January 2024 - Page 8 of 22

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Alarming rise in misinformation targetting Muslims since 2021: Report

INDIA

A recent analysis by Boom Live highlights the alarming trend of misinformation targeting the Muslim community. The study, published in three languages, examined 1,190 fact-checks, revealing that 183 of them specifically targeted Muslims, emphasizing a concerning surge in fake news since 2021. According to the research, 84.2% of statements directed at Muslims aimed to fuel 'demographic concern,' indicating a rise in Islamophobic rhetoric in Indian politics. In contrast, Prime Minister Narendra Modi faced only 63 fact-checks, with positive assertions overshadowing misleading claims. The analysis delves into political affiliations, revealing that out of 70 fact-checks on political party statements, 33 targeted the BJP, 21 the Indian National Congress, and 8 the Aam Aadmi Party. ...

Jan222024 by News DeskNo Comments

Ahl e Qalam of Muzaffarabad: Farhad Ahmed Fagar, a literary trailblazer in challenging terrains

WRITE-UPS

Bint e Haider I cannot say how how long have I have known Farhad. It's difficult to assert that I know him, but I can say I've been seeing him for a very long time and he would consistently appear in front of my eyes. Fourteen years ago, I witnessed Farhad Ahmed Fagar busy in pursuing artists through his camera lens for a newspaper. He conducted an interview with someone dear to me who had received a gold medal in fine arts. Following this, he approached me regarding the design for the cover of his book. Then, I received a call from Farhad asking for my interview. Unfortunately, I could not find time and then Farhad slowly faded into a backdrop as I pressed onward into the tapestry of life. When he reconnected, it was clear that he ...

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Lord Ram has finally returned to his home: PM Modi

INDIA

After the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony at Ayodhya's Ram Temple on Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi proclaimed that the unveiling of the Ram Lalla idol on January 22 marks the commencement of a new era, destined to be etched in people's memories for years to come. During the ceremony, PM Modi led the rituals as the idol of Ram Lalla was revealed at the temple. Addressing the gathering at the Garbh Griha, he expressed that the construction of the Ram Mandir has infused a renewed spirit among the people, as reported by the media. Congratulating the nation on this momentous occasion, PM Modi declared that Ram Lalla will no longer reside in a tent. He joyously exclaimed, "Lord Ram has finally arrived after centuries of anticipation. Today, as a nation, we have liberated ourselves fro...

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India Ageing Report 2023: Jammu Kashmir has highest life expectancy after 60, lowest poverty rate

EDUCATION

The 'INDIA AGEING REPORT 2023,' jointly conducted by the International Institute for Population Sciences and the United Nations Population Fund, provides a comprehensive overview of the aging demographic in Jammu Kashmir. Jammu Kashmir emerges as a region with remarkable resilience against elderly poverty, boasting a mere 4.2 percent of its aged population falling below the poverty line. Among the elderly, constituting 9.4 percent of the region's population, Jammu Kashmir stands out with the highest life expectancy after the age of 60. Males exhibit a life expectancy of 20.3 percent, and females, 23.0 percent, making it the leader in this demographic indicator between 2015-19. The LASI survey sheds light on the usage of assistive devices among the elderly in India. Despite the ava...

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Wild boar appears in Kulgam market, creates ruckus; Injures five

REGIONAL

Danishwar Hameed A wild boar created ruckus in the main market of the Kulgam town in south Kashmir, injuring at least five persons. Locals told The Kashmiriyat that on Monday morning, a wild boar appeared in the market and attacked at least five people who had to be rushed to the hospital. They said that the animal appeared in the market in the afternoon around 1:10 P.M. and followed people into a lane. "People ran for security, however, he bit at least four people," they said. Hospital official confirmed to The Kashmiriyat that at leas four people with pig bites had been brought to the District Hospital in Kulgam. They identified the injured as Ziyan Mushtaq Mir, Abdul Aziz Mir, Irfan Yusuf, Faizan Bhat and Qasim Mushtaq. Family of Ziyan, who is a minor said that Ziyan w...

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Protests erupt as admin freezes accounts of Khwaja Habibullah Nowshahri mosque in Srinagar

REGIONAL

The Jammu Kashmir admin has sealed the accounts of Khwaja Habibullah Nowshahri mosque in the Nowshehra area in Srinagar, triggering protests by the locals. Speaking to The Kashmiriyat, locals said that the admin sealed the account over allegations of "misappropriation" of funds at the historical mosque named after the prominent Sufi cleric, Khwaja Habibullah Nowshahri. An administrative official said that they had received complaints from the locals that the heads of the commitee were indulging in misusage of the funds received through donations. "Initially Waqf board had received the complaint, but since the Khanqah is not under the domain of Waqf board, so we sought the intervention of the district administration who conducted an enquiry and froze the accounts affiliated to the ...

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Two years after takeover, Admin approves absorption of 145 employees of Centaur Hotel

BUSINESS

The Administrative Council, led by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, approved the absorption of 145 permanent employees from Centaur Lake View Hotel, Srinagar, into Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC), Jammu Kashmir Cable Car Corporation Ltd (JKCCC), and Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Development Corporation Ltd, Srinagar (JKTDC) effective from 01.03.2023, instead of 22-05-2023. The decision revises a prior approval from 22-05-2023, as indicated in Government Order No. 86-JK(TSM) of 2023 dated 12.07.2023. The meeting was attended by Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar, Advisor to the Lieutenant Governor; Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; and Mandeep Kumar Bhandari, Principal Secretary to LG. In 2022, Centaur Hotel employees protested the government's alleged polarization, citing an evic...

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‘Redundant narrative’: Trailer of Bollywood movie ‘Article 370’ released on YouTube

OTHERS

The turbulent history of Kashmir has recently emerged as a focal point within the Bollywood film industry, representing a significant source of revenue for filmmakers in the country. The latest entrant into this lucrative domain is the actress Yami Gautam, poised to present a compelling narrative in the political drama titled 'Article 370.' According to the directors, the film aims to illuminate the "pain and struggles" experienced in the Kashmir valley. The recently released teaser offers a preview into the portrayal of the region's "turmoil." Opening with picturesque snowcapped mountains and the idyllic beauty of Kashmir, the teaser swiftly transitions to scenes of burning streets, riots, and bloodshed. The actress, married to a Kashmiri Pandit, Aditya Dhar, makes a typical B...

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Devastating fire incident in Pattan area claims life of 26-year-old

REGIONAL

In a devastating incident during the night hours, a fire broke out at a double-storey residential house in Khamyar Pattan village of Baramulla district in North Kashmir. The immediate response from fire tenders, locals, and the police helped contain the flames, preventing further spread, locals told The Kashmiriyat. The unfortunate incident resulted in partial damage to the residential house owned by Mohammed Ramzan Dar, son of Mohd Asadullah Dar. Tragically, Adil Mohd, 26 years old and son of the householder, Mohd Ramzan Dar, lost his life in the fire. Adil was reportedly asleep on the second storey, and the door was locked from the inside. Locals broke down the door to rescue him. Adil was rushed to Trauma Hospital Pattan, where doctors, unfortunately, declared him brought...

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NIA arrests juvenile in Rajouri attack case

REGIONAL

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Saturday arrested a juvenile for harbouring terrorists involved in the killing of five civilians in Dhangri village of Rajouri in January last year. In a statement, issued to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), the juvenile was incidentally lodged at Observation Home in Jammu in another case, registered at Police Station Gursai. “He was taken into custody yesterday by the NIA and produced before the Juvenile Justice Board, Rajouri, for remand,” reads the statement. It reads that the attack had taken place on 1st January, 2023, and five persons belonging to the minority Hindu community were killed and several seriously injured. “The case was initially registered as FIR no. 01/2023 at PS Rajouri u/s 302/ 307 /120-B/452/323 of IP...