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Speedy vehicle crushes 60 sheep to death, injures two shepherds

REGIONAL

Danishwar Hameed A speedy vehicle has crushed 60 sheep to death, and leaving 40 others injured in Kulgam district of south Kashmir. Officials told The Kashmiriyat that a flock of sheep were hit by a speedy tempo bearing the number JK01U 2108 near Khudwani on the national highway late on Friday night. They said that in the incident at least 60 sheep lost their lives while 40 more were injured. He said that two members of the flock owners were also injured in the incident who have been hospitalized. He said that police have taken cognizance of the incident by registering FIR and driver has been arrested while further investigation has been taken up. The injured were identified as Riyaz Ahmad aged 25 son of Mohammed Ashraf resident of Lammar Kolinnar and Nazir Ahmad (50) re...

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SC grants interim bail to Arvind Kejriwal

INDIA

The Supreme Court granted interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal until June 1 in the Delhi excise policy case and stated that a detailed order would follow soon. Justices Khanna and Dipankar Datta acknowledged the "extraordinary" situation due to the ongoing Lok Sabha elections but expressed concerns about the Chief Minister's official duties if granted bail. They noted the potential cascading effects and suggested that Mr. Kejriwal refrain from official duties if granted bail. The Directorate of Enforcement (ED) cautioned against granting interim relief, arguing it could incentivize criminal behavior among politicians. AAP objected strongly to the ED's affidavit, citing disregard for legal procedures. The Delhi High Court previously upheld Mr. Kejriwal's arres...

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Driver dies in Kulgam after coming in contact with High-Tension wire

REGIONAL

Danishwar Hameed A driver died after coming in contact with an electric wire in the Kulgam district of south Kashmir. Officials told The Kashmiriyat that on Friday morning, a dumper bearing the number JK04E 1678 came in contact with after a High-Tension wire in Kulgam's Kouserbal area. They said that the deceased was identified as Showkat Ahmad Parray, a dumper driver from Tahab, Pulwama. The accident resulted in his immediate demise.

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License of 14 Patanjali products suspended in Uttarakhand, BJP-led government tells Supreme Court

INDIA

The Uttarakhand government, in an affidavit, told the Supreme Court that it has granted permission to file a complaint against Baba Ramdev’s Divya Pharmacy and Patanjali Ayurved Ltd. for repeated violations of the drug advertisements law and suspended manufacturing licenses for 14 of their products. In the affidavit, the Uttarakhand government submitted that its State Licencing Authority has issued a public notice intimating that publication of advertisements contrary to the law would entail strict disciplinary and legal action, including fine, imprisonment, or both. The affidavit filed by the State Licensing Authority, Ayurvedic and Unani Services, stated that it has granted permission on April 12 to the Drug Inspector, Haridwar for filing a complaint against Divya Pharmacy and Pata...

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Sajad Lone files nomination papers for Baramulla Lok Sabha seat

REGIONAL

Setting the stage for a high-stakes electoral battle, Jammu & Kashmir Peoples Conference president Sajad Gani Lone on Wednesday filed his nomination papers for Baramulla Lok Sabha segment. Accompanied by the party’s top leaders, Lone filed his nomination papers before returning officer for Baramulla Lok Sabha seat, Minga Sherpa. Lone filed his nomination paper in a low—key manner. Sources in Peoples Conference told news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that Lone had directed the party workers to desist from holding any rally or gathering in Baramulla town today in view of the floods in north Kashmir. Lone would be locked in a direct contest with former Chief Minister and National Conference vice—president Omar Abdullah, even as other candidates like Fayaz Ahmad Mir (PDP) ...

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MeT predicts dry weather in Jammu Kashmir

REGIONAL

Amid forecast for mainly dry weather by the end of this week, night temperature recorded an increase but hovered below normal in Jammu Kashmir on Wednesday. A meteorological department official here said that generally dry weather with afternoon thundershower activity is expected at a few places from May 1-5. Light rains with thunders at scattered places have been forecast from May 6-7, he said. Regarding rainfall in last 24 hours till 0830 AM today, he said, Srinagar received 1.6mm, Qazigund 5.4mm, Pahalgam 16.3mm, Kupwara 1.5mm, Kokernag 15.4mm, Gulmarg 16.0mm, Jammu 0.2mm, Banihal 2.4mm, Batote 1.9mm, and Bhadarwah 5.8mm. The incessant rains from the last several days led to waterlogging on several roads and inundated many low-lying areas, reports said. Regarding night te...

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Rains trigger landslides, partially damage structures in Budgam

OTHERS

Heavy rainfall over the past few days triggered landslides and damage to several structures in Budgam with a portion of an interior road, along with two boundary walls washed away into Doodganga Nallah at Darambugh Gopalpura Chadoora on Tuesday. Residents told news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that water level surged in the Nallah Doodganga resulting in partial damage to two vehicles parked along the banks of the road. Authorities swiftly mobilised rescue teams to assess the extent of the damage and restore electricity to the affected area. The disruption in power supply occurred due to the damage to electricity poles and a transformer. Rains have also led to landslides in several areas of Budgam triggering panic among residents. The main road from Ahanger Mohalla to Choo...

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Amid road closures, stranded tourists find support from Kashmiris

REGIONAL

Amidst the road closures at several places due to adverse weather conditions in Kashmir, stranded tourists are finding support from people here as they enjoy their visit to the valley. People of Srinagar have showing hospitality to tourists facing uncertainties due to the road blockades. They are extending a helping hand to ensure the comfort and well-being of their guests. Expressing their gratitude, tourists stranded in Srinagar, speaking with the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), hailed the kindness and generosity of locals. “We may be stuck here, but the warmth and hospitality of the people have made our unexpected stay much more bearable,” remarked a tourist, Mukesh Kumar, at the iconic Dal Lake. Authorities, in collaboration with locals, have been working tirelessl...