January 2024 - Page 7 of 22

Jan242024 by News DeskNo Comments

Three western disturbances likely to end Kashmir’s two-month long dry spell

REGIONAL

A private weather forecaster (Kashmir Weather) on Tuesday predicted a possible light to moderate snowfall over high reaches of Kashmir under the influence of first Western Disturbance, while it said the higher reaches of Ladakh may witness light snowfall between 25th and 26th January. While ruling out any major weather disturbance he told News Agency Kashmir Scroll that light rain/snow showers can occur over plains of Kashmir on 26th of January. He said the second Western Disturbances are expected from 28-January to 30th January, which may cause moderate snowfall over higher reaches of Jammu and Kashmir with Doodpathri, Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonamarg, Gurez, Sinthan Top and Peer Ki Gali having chances of heavy snowfall. During the second Western Disturbances, the plains of Kashmir ma...

Jan232024 by News DeskNo Comments

Ram temple inaugration: Hindutva mobs burn Muslim shop, Ignite graveyard

INDIA

On Monday, incidents of vandalism and violence marred the country during the consecration ceremony of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. The scale of these incidents varied, encompassing allegations of sandals thrown inside a mosque and a shop being burnt in Telangana, a graveyard set ablaze in Bihar, and violent skirmishes in different parts of Maharashtra. Gujarat witnessed an FIR following alleged stone-pelting on a Shobha Yatra celebrating the temple's inauguration. Hateful songs played in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, gained notoriety through viral videos. In Madhya Pradesh, a saffron flag featuring the Ram Temple's image was planted atop a church a day before the ceremony. The 'pran pratishtha' or consecration ceremony took place in Ayodhya on Monday afternoon, marked by the inaugural ...

Jan232024 by News DeskNo Comments

Law and order situation has improved despite challenges from Pakistan: DGP Swain

REGIONAL

Jammu Kashmir’s Police Chief, R.R. Swain Tuesday said that the law and order situation has improved a lot despite some challenges from militants coming from Pakistan. Addressing the media, Swain noted that the security landscape has witnessed commendable control, attributing the success to effective law enforcement. Despite the overall stability, Swain acknowledged the persistent challenge posed by a handful of terrorists infiltrating from Pakistan, attempting to disrupt the hard-earned peace in the region. However, he expressed a distinct perspective, highlighting that the local youth are not aligned with these disruptive elements. “Our youth are not involved with them. While a few individuals may support these terrorists, the majority stand against them, indicating that the s...

Jan232024 by News DeskNo Comments

Minor from Jammu Kashmir booked for ‘inappropriate’ comments on social media

REGIONAL

Jammu and Kashmir Police in Kishtwar have initiated action against a minor for alleged inappropriate social-media posts in Kishtwar district. “In a proactive move against online misconduct, Kishtwar Police has taken decisive action against a minor individual accused of posting derogatory content on social media platforms. Acting promptly under the guidance of SSP Kishtwar Khalil Poswal an FIR No. 05/2024 has been registered at Chatroo, invoking pertinent sections of the law”, reads a statement issued to news agency Kashmir Scroll. “SSP Kishtwar highlighted that the Cyber Cell of Kishtwar Police diligently monitors all social media activities, and strict actions will be taken against those found violating cyber laws.” “SSP Kishtwar Khalil Poswal has consistently emphasized the impo...

Jan232024 by News DeskNo Comments

13-year-old Kashmiri Rabab player wins Bal Puraskar Award

REGIONAL

A thirteen years old Rabab player, Ishfaq Hamid from Kreeri Baramulla has won the coveted Pradhan Mantri Bal Puraskar Award, bringing laurels and pride to Kashmir. President of India Smt Draupadhi Murmu gave Ishfaq this award at Vigyan Bhawan on Monday. Ishfaq who also is a very skilled Matka player has previously received NGO Sarhad’s Bhai Mardana National Award 2020. He was only eight years old when he started learning playing rabab from his father. Speaking to media he stated that he was overjoyed to learn that he will be receiving the prestigious award from the hands of President of India. Ishfaq is currently studying in sixth standard and he stated that he started to learn the skill when he witnessed his cousin learning to play Rabab. He thanked Prime Minister Narendra Mod...

Jan232024 by News DeskNo Comments

South Kashmir residents ‘shocked’ over inflated electricity bills

REGIONAL

Residents of several areas in south Kashmir are up against Power Development Department (PDD) for hiking their power tariffs every month and have demanded reconsideration of the decision. Ab Rashid, a resident of the Litter area, told news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that the authorities have inflated bills after enhancing consumption load without carrying out any survey. According to him, some consumers have experienced a substantial increase of Rs 1050 to 1300 per month. “Unscheduled power cuts are taking a heavy toll on us and on the other hand, the PDD is increasing our electricity bills,” said Subzar Ahmad of Shopian. He said that the residents of the area were shocked after receiving their bill wherein both load agreement and bill amount had been increased without ...

Jan232024 by News DeskNo Comments

US-UK conduct strikes on several provinces in Yemen

INTERNATIONAL

In its ongoing strikes against Yemen, the US and British forces have carried multiple strikes in the middle eastern country. According to local media, the US-British aggression has carried multiple strikes in Yemen hits the provinces of Taiz, Bayda, Hajjah, and the capital Sanaa. The Pentagon said that, "These precision strikes are intended to disrupt and degrade the capabilities that the Houthis use to threaten global trade and the lives of innocent mariners. According to statements from United States officials, the recent military operation involved the deployment of warship- and submarine-launched Tomahawk missiles, along with the engagement of fighter jets. The strikes, totaling between 25 and 30 munitions, were directed at multiple targets within each specified location, a...

Jan232024 by News DeskNo Comments

Saudi-UAE coalition orchestrates targeted killings in Yemen, reveals American mercenary

INTERNATIONAL

Journalist Nawal Al-Maqhafi's exhaustive four-year investigation into the covert facets of Yemen's enduring conflict has unearthed a shocking narrative that implicates the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in a clandestine assassination program. The report, titled "American Mercenaries: The Missions of Assassinations in Yemen," not only exposes the disturbing details of extrajudicial killings, manipulation, and collusion within the conflict but also places confessions from American mercenaries at the forefront of these revelations. The crux of Al-Maqhafi's findings revolves around these mercenaries candidly admitting to receiving a list of targeted victims directly from the Emirati government. This revelation peels back the layers of the methods employed by UAE-backed forces in executing...

Jan232024 by News DeskNo Comments

Snowfall, rains expected: A detailed look at Kashmir’s weather forecast

REGIONAL

As Kashmir braces itself for the coming days, the weather forecast indicates a relatively stable pattern with minor snow showers in isolated higher-altitude areas. Anticipating varied conditions, residents and tourists are urged to stay informed, with updates continuously provided by 'Kashmir Weather.' In the upcoming days, Kashmir is expected to experience relatively stable weather conditions. On the 25th and 26th of January, nothing significant is on the horizon, with only minor snow showers predicted in isolated higher-altitude areas.The forecast confidence stands at a robust 95% for the 25th and 80% for the 26th. As we progress to the 27th and 28th of January, the outlook maintains a subdued pattern. Although no major weather disruptions are expected, a few models hint at the ...

Jan222024 by News DeskNo Comments

Echoes of the past: Anantnag Kashmir’s day of defiance against Babri demolition

WRITE-UPS

Meer Irfan "It was an ocean of people. When we reached the general bus stand, we noticed the BSF personnel with the loaded guns pointed at us. They fired in the air, and people ran for cover, most of us leaving behind our slippers and shoes," said Riyaz Ahmed, a resident of Achabal adda area of the main town Anantnag in south Kashmir. Riyaz Ahmed was a part of a procession that was taken out in Anantnag town, a day after the demolition of the Babri mosque on December 6, 1992. As we delve into this harrowing chapter of history, it's crucial to understand the backdrop that fueled the emotions of the protestors. The Babri Masjid, situated in Ayodhya, India, was constructed in 1528–29 (935 AH) by Mir Baqi, a commander under the Mughal emperor Babur. This historic mosque became a fo...