Month: March 2024

As the transporters have called for one day strike in Jammu against frequent use of e-buses in busy areas, life has come to a standstill in the Jammu city. People were seen walking on foot along with their kids and families as there was no commercial vehicle plying on the road. According to news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) transport union president Vijay Chib said that they had reached an agreement with administration to run e-buses in areas which are least connected. “But now e-buses are plying on busy routes as well which is putting risk to our livelihood. Administration must think about our earning as well," he said—(KNO)

Chairperson of Waqf Board, Dr. Darakhshan Andrabi on Wednesday said Eid prayers will not be offered at Eidgah Srinagar, as the condition of the Eidgah ground is not up to the mark. Dr. Andrabi, while speaking to the media, here in Rajbagh, as per the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said this year the ‘Namaz E Eid’ is not possible to be offered at Eidgah Srinagar, as the condition of the ground is not up to the mark. She added that they are working on improve the condition of the ground and soon Namaz will be offered at Eidgah Srinagar. Meanwhile, reliable sources in the Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board told KNO that a major renovation project of Eidgah Srinagar is in the pipeline, and would like to be started soon—(KNO)

A man has been booked for spreading rumours by uploading fake posts on social media in Rajpora area of Pulwama district, police said on Wednesday. In a statement, issued to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), a spokesperson said that police have registered FIR against one rumour monger namely Sameer Ahmed Paray of Kabikoot CB Nath as he has recently uploaded a post on his Facebook profile "Babar Azam". The statement reads he has uploaded a photo depicting arms and ammunition and has claimed that a new one from Pulwama has joined militancy. "He has been found circulating incriminating content on social media there by disrupting public peace and tranquility. A case FIR no 23/2024 u/s 505(b)/IPC has been registered in police station Rajpora and investigation set into motion,...

Asia’s largest tulip garden in Kashmir Valley has seen a remarkable influx of tourists, with more than 51,000 visitors gracing its vibrant blooms since its opening on March 23, officials said. They said that despite the ongoing holy month of Ramadan, tourists, both local and international, have flocked to witness the spectacular display of tulips. As per the details available with the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), the garden, managed by Khan Mudasir, has witnessed an unprecedented response from visitors within the first five days of its opening, with 51,786 enthusiasts exploring its winding pathways and colourful floral arrangements. To further enchant visitors, the floriculture department has introduced five new varieties of tulips, adding to the garden's allure. To...

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on March 26 said the Central Government will consider revoking the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act in Jammu and Kashmir. In an interview with the JK Media Group, Mr. Shah also said the government has plans to pull back troops in the Union Territory (UT) and leave law and order to the Jammu Kashmir Police alone. "We have plans to pull back troops and leave law and order to the Jammu and Kashmir Police alone. Earlier, the Jammu and Kashmir police was not trusted but today they are leading the operations," he said. On the controversial AFSPA, the Home Minister said, "We will also think of revoking AFSPA." The AFSPA gives the armed forces personnel, operating in the disturbed areas, sweeping powers to search, arrest and to open fire if they deem it n...

Meer Irfan A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel allegedly committed suicide by shooting himself with his service rifle in Shopian. Official sources told The Kashmiriyat that on Wednesday, a CRPF trooper posted with 178BN in Reshipora area of Zainapora area of Shopian shot himself. The trooper was rushed to the hospital, however, he had died upon his arrival at the hospital. They said that an autopsy is being conducted on the dead body and the police have taken cognisance of the matter.

Srinagar is grappling with a concerning surge in fire incidents in recent months, with the majority of the incidents happening due to “electric short circuits and LPG leakage”, an official said. A senior official of the Fire & Emergency Services department told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that during the last two months, over 175 fire incidents have been reported in Srinagar. Most of these incidents, he said, were caused by electric short circuits, followed by LPG gas leaks. “The ongoing year has so far recorded over 175 fire incidents resulting in the death of at least 3 persons and injuries to two. Primarily, most of them have occurred due to the electric short circuits after indiscriminate use of heating gadgets and excessive load on the wires," the official sa...