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Jaundice outbreak Dangerpora Padgampora area of Pulwama

REGIONAL

An outbreak of jaundice in Dangerpora Padgampora village in Awantipora hamlet of south Kashmir's Pulwama district has raised concerns as four children have tested positive, while many others are having symptoms of the disease. A health official informed the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that the screening process is underway, and four cases out of 35 have been confirmed positive for jaundice. He said that medical teams along with Asha have been carrying door to door awareness campaign to educate people how to keep themselves safe. They have been guiding them to use boiled water and use vegetables and fruits after washing them properly. Residents said that contaminated water may be the reason and there is a need to check it out. Chief Medical Officer Pulwama, Dr Teh...

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Have launched next level war against gangster-ism, narcotics smugglers: DGP Swain

OTHERS

The Director General of Police R R Swain has said that Jammu Kashmir police has launched a next level war against gangster-ism and narcotics which resulted in killing of gangsters outside Government Medical College (GMC) in Kathua last night. He termed the death of a sub-inspector Deepak Sharma as an unfortunate loss in the incident. According to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), DGP visited Kathua and took stock of the situation after this incident in which one gangster was killed and police lost a young officer who was famous for his act of bravery in the past. Talking to the media, DGP said that police had all the information about the gangster visiting the GMC Kathua alongwith his associates and had laid a trap to nab him. “We wanted him to nab him alive but there w...

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Apni Party field candidate for Srinagar Lok Sabha seat

REGIONAL

The Jammu Kashmir Apni Party has decided to field two candidates to contest the upcoming Lok Sabha polls from the Anantnag-Rajouri and Srinagar segments. During a press conference held in Srinagar, Dilawar Mir, Chairman of the Parliamentary Affairs Committee, announced on behalf of the party that Zaffar Iqbal Manhas would be the candidate for the Anantnag-Rajouri seat, while Mohammad Ashraf Mir would contest from Srinagar. Previously, the National Conference had announced Mian Altaf and the DPAP had announced Ghulam Nabi Azad as their respective candidates for the Anantnag-Rajouri seat. It is noteworthy that the Jammu and Kashmir Apni Party is the first political party to announce its candidate for the Srinagar seat.

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Downtown Srinagar traders concerned as poor roads deter customers ahead of Eid

REGIONAL

The trade community of Sheri-e-Khaas in downtown Srinagar has voiced their concern over the dilapidated road infrastructure, citing a significant decline of their businesses. The aggrieved traders from Sheri-e-Khaas, while speaking to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) lamented the dismal road conditions, stating that poor roads are deterring customers from frequenting the area. “Look at the pace of work, we are suffering. Just few days are left to Eid, and we are witnessing very low magnitude of customer footfall in this market”, said a copper trader. The President of the Sheri-e-Khaas Traders Federation, Nazir Ahmad Shah highlighted that most of the roads in downtown Srinagar are either under construction or covered in layers of dust, dissuading shoppers from visiting. ...

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Kashmiri Pandits organise ‘street iftaar’ in heart of Srinagar

CULTURE

In a heartwarming display of communal harmony, Kashmiri Pandits organised a Street Iftaar in the historic neighbourhood of Bohri Kadal in Downtown Srinagar. Despite the bustling streets and wet weather conditions, the distribution of Iftaar Kits aimed to foster unity and understanding among people of different backgrounds. According to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), the distribution of Iftaar Kits was led by Sandeep Mawa, a Kashmiri Pandit and a respected figure in the community. Mawa is the Chairman of the Jammu and Kashmir Reconciliation Front. Speaking about the kit distribution, Sandeep expressed his joy at seeing people from all walks of life gathering to share a meal and exchange warm greetings. He emphasised the need for such initiatives to continue bridging d...

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‘Might be killed like Mukhtar Ansari and Atiq’, Bareilly cleric from hospital

INDIA

The press in Uttar Pradesh, mostly the Hindi newspapers, have run a massive campaign against a popular cleric, Tauqeer Raza Khan, who heads the Bareilly seminary in Uttar Pradesh. The development comes one day after police launched a "massive manhunt" in search of UP cleric Maulana Tauqeer Raza Khan, who has been one of the most vocal Muslim voices against the alleged injustices against Muslims. Pertinently, the court of the district judge (DJ) of Bareilly declared him an "absconder" in connection with the 2010 Bareilly riots case, despite Moulana Tauqeer having cited medical reasons in the court for not being able to be present in the court hearing. Following the court's ruling, the media in Uttar Pradesh swiftly coined terms such as "Riot Mastermind" and "Fugitive Tauqeer," amon...

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PDP, NC set to lock horns as BJP eyes Anantnag-Rajouri Lok Sabha seat

FEATURED

The PDP and the National Conference (NC), both partners in the INDIA bloc in Jammu Kashmir and a part of the People's Alliance for Gupkar Declaration (PAGD) are set to lock horns against each other for the three Lok Sabha seats in the Kashmir valley. This experts suggest will play in the hands of the Bhartiya Janta Party, who are yet to announce their candidate on the Lok Sabha seat of Anantnag-Rajouri, which is slated for polls on May 7. Though the People's Democratic Party has not announced its candidates yet, Sources told The Kashmiriyat that the party is likely to field Waheed u Rehman Parra or Mehbooba Mufti for the seat. "We will not contest Jammu, but the discussion regarding three Lok Sabha seats in Kashmir is underway. The decision will be shared with you all in two-three da...

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When will the red heifer be sacrificed?

EDUCATION

Jewish theology places special emphasis on the red heifer sacrifice because of its deep roots in the Torah and the Bible. The ancient records state that the ritual calls for the sacrifice of a red heifer that must meet strict requirements: it must be completely red, without a single non-red hair, and it must be blemish-free. Following the sacrifice, the ashes are used in a purification rite that is necessary for anyone wishing to enter hallowed areas or partake in specific religious rituals. The recent developments about this ceremony has recently gained worldwide attention. According to reports, plans are in motion for the sacrifice, which might happen as early as Passover 2024. Earlier The Kashmiriyat reported that, five blemish-free red heifers were reportedly shipped from Texa...

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UP Police announce reward on Atiq Ahmed’s sister & sister-in-law

INDIA

The Uttar Pradesh Police on Tuesday announced a reward on Atiq Ahmed’s sister Ayesha Noori and Zainab Fatima, wife of his brother Ashraf. The Prayagraj Commissionerate Police placed the reward of Rs 25,000 each on both of them. Both of them are accused in the Umesh Pal murder case that took place in February 2023 in Prayagraj. A reward of Rs 50,000 has already been placed on Atiq’s wife Shaista Parveen. All three are absconding after the murder. Atiq Ahmed and Ashraf were shot dead in Prayagraj in Police custody and the police had arrested three accused from the spot. Recently, Atiq Ahmed’s alleged henchman Balli Pandit was arrested from Chakia. Balli Pandit has been a sharp shooter of Atiq gang. Prior to the Umesh Pal murder, Atiq’s wife Shaista had met Balli Pandit, said p...

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CBI launches probe to find Kashmiris tricked into Russia-Ukraine war

INTERNATIONAL

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has launched an investigation into the case of Indian citizens being coerced into fighting as mercenaries in Ukraine. Recently, a key development occurred as the top investigative agency recorded a statement from a close relative of a Kashmiri youth who sustained injuries in the conflict in Russia's Ukraine war. Hailing from Kashmir, it is believed that Zahoor Ahmad Sheikh, a resident of Tangdar, shared a photo on Facebook allegedly depicting him as a mercenary in a Russian city back in December 2023. His current whereabouts are unknown, marking him as missing. Media reports indicate that CBI officials have engaged with the brother of Azad Yousuf Kumhar, who entered Russia via Dubai and was subsequently pressed into service as a surroga...