June 2024 - Page 6 of 25 - The Kashmiriyat

Jun252024 by News DeskNo Comments

With India’s constitution in his hand, Rahul Gandhi take oath as MP

INDIA

On Tuesday, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi took his oath as a Member of Parliament (MP) from Raebareli, carrying a copy of the Indian Constitution. He was among the remaining MPs who took their oaths today, following the 262 newly elected MPs, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who were sworn in on Monday during the inaugural session of the 18th Lok Sabha, ANI reported. Several BJP leaders, in the past, have indicated a desire to amend the Indian Constitution if they secure a significant majority in Parliament. This has raised concerns among opposition leaders who fear it could lead to an erosion of democratic principles. Rahul Gandhi's oath with a copy of the constitution in his hand may be a symbolic response to that. Accompanied by Congress Parliamentary party chairperson So...

Jun252024 by News DeskNo Comments

Mosque demolished in Delhi following Hindutva leader’s complaint

INDIA

Protests erupted in the northwest Delhi following the demolition of a mosque deemed 'illegal.' The demolition, conducted under heavy police presence on Tuesday morning, was initiated based on a complaint filed by Hindutva leader Preet Sirohi. This incident comes shortly after another mosque was demolished in Bhavana on a similar complaint. According to the PTI news agency, the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), assisted by local police and a unit of paramilitary personnel, arrived at Mangolpuri's Y block early in the morning to carry out the demolition. Local residents gathered at the site as the demolition commenced at 6 am, voicing their opposition. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Outer) Jimmy Chiram reported to PTI that while some individuals objected to the demolition, th...

Jun252024 by News DeskNo Comments

Mian Qayoom arrested in Babar Qadri murder case

REGIONAL

Senior advocate Mian Qayoom, who represented the Bar Council of Srinagar several times, has been arrested in the case related to the murder of Kashmiri lawyer Advocate Babar Qadri. As per reports, Senior Kashmir advocate and separatist leader Mian Qayoom, who has functioned as President of the High Court Bar Association in Kashmir for several terms and represented this organization in the separatist conglomerate Hurriyat Conference for a long time, has been arrested by Jammu Kashmir Police in the advocate Babar Qadri murder case today. Babar Qadri was assassinated by unidentified terrorists at his Srinagar residence in September 2020 and the case was investigated by State Investigation Agency of Jammu Kashmir Police. Last year, the State Investigation Agency has announced a cash r...

Jun252024 by News DeskNo Comments

Mostly dry weather till expected in Jammu Kashmir till June 28

REGIONAL

Weatherman here on Tuesday forecast generally dry weather even as the possibility of a brief spell of rain and thundershower at a few places towards late afternoon have not been ruled as a possibility in Jammu and Kashmir. A meteorological department official here said that generally dry weather was expected till June 28 with the possibility of light rain/thunder at isolated places. From June 29-30, he said, fresh spells of rain and thundershower were likely in many places. “Partly to generally cloudy with intermittent spells of light to moderate Rain/Thunder at many places is expected from July 1-4,” he said. Regarding the temperature, he said, Srinagar recorded a low of 16.6°C against 15.9°C on the previous night and it was 0.5°C below normal for the summer capital of JK for ...

Jun252024 by News DeskNo Comments

Release Engineer Rashid, Shift Kashmiri prisoners back to Kashmir: Omar Abdullah

INDIA

The National Conference Vice President Omar Abdullah on Monday demanded Rashid's release, emphasizing that the incarcerated MP-elect must be allowed to represent the people of North Kashmir in Parliament. He expressed, "I congratulate all the MPs who took oath today, including the representative elected by the people of Jammu and Kashmir. This is a significant moment for our democracy. It's crucial that Engineer Rashid, elected by the people of North Kashmir, is allowed to take oath and serve his constituency." Omar emphasized, "It's equally important to recognize the injustice faced by those currently in jail, preventing their participation in elections. We strongly advocate for justice for all prisoners, including our MP Engineer Rashid. Additionally, we demand that these prisoners...

Jun252024 by News DeskNo Comments

Srinagar’s Rainawari area hit by land sinking, six houses damaged, evacuations ordered

REGIONAL

At least six residential houses were damaged in a land sinking incident in the Rainawari area of Srinagar on Monday, leading to the evacuation of affected families under the orders of the Tehsildar. Residents of Khawaja Pora in Rainawari said that they initially noticed the cracks developing in their houses on Eid day (June 17), which caused significant damage to their homes. Despite the gravity of the situation, the affected families lamented that only the local police and the Tehsildar visited them on the first day to declare the houses unsafe and mandate evacuation. Irfan Shah, a local whose house was damaged, shared his frustration: "On the first day, the Tehsildar and local police came, but since then, no other officials have visited us. We feel abandoned." Shah also mentione...

Jun242024 by News DeskNo Comments

In Frames: Devastating fire destroys mosque and dozens of businesses, houses in old Srinagar

FEATURED

A fire incident in old Srinagar city on Monday resulted in the devastating destruction of a mosque, 20 shops, and 7 houses. The blaze, which originated at a mosque in Bohri Kadal area, quickly spread from the mosque's top wood floor to nearby residential structures. This marks the second recent fire to affect the mosque; previously, only its top story was damaged, but this time all three stories suffered complete destruction. Locals said that significant financial losses, estimated in crores of rupees, with at least 7 houses and approximately 20 shops completely gutted. One fire department officer sustained injuries and is currently in stable condition after receiving hospital treatment. "Deeply saddened by the fire incident that took place in Bohri Kadal Sri...

Jun242024 by News DeskNo Comments

Madhya Pradesh: Two arrested for under National Security Act for possession of cow meat

INDIA

The stringent National Security Act (NSA) has been invoked against two individuals arrested after the recovery of cow meat in a village in Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, police reported on Sunday. The incident came to light on Friday night following a complaint about cow slaughter in Noorabad village’s Bengali colony. Authorities seized beef and cow skin from a residence in the area, according to an official statement. Anipal Gurjar, a local villager, reported witnessing the slaughter and claimed he was attacked when he tried to intervene, explained Sub Divisional Officer of Police Adarsh Shukla. Gurjar managed to escape and subsequently filed a complaint with the police. Upon investigation, law enforcement recovered two sacks containing bones and beef, as well as cow skin, from...

Jun242024 by News DeskNo Comments

‘Minor girl’s Eid turns tragic after abduction’: Details of FIR in Kashmir gang-rape case

REGIONAL

Shabir Khan The gangrape of a minor girl, 15, from Kashmir's Baramulla district has created shockwaves across the region, with many seeking stringent punishment against the culprits. A minor girl (name withheld), a resident of the N Mohalla from the Pattan area of north Kashmir's Baramulla district was out with her friends on Eid day like most of the children in Kashmir. "We do not have any major playgrounds or amusement parks here, so on the first three days of Eid, most of the children roam and gather around the railway station. She was among these children. But unlike all the others, the 15-year-old did not return home," said locals. As the festivities came to a close on 19th June, the third day of Eid ul Adha, a sense of fear and apprehension gripped the family when their ...

Jun242024 by News DeskNo Comments

Dry weather in Jammu Kashmir till June 28: MeT

REGIONAL

Amid a forecast for dry weather until June 28, night temperatures recorded a rise in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday. A meteorological department official said that generally dry weather is expected until June 28, but the possibility of light rain and thunder at isolated places cannot be ruled out. From June 29 to July 2, he said, fresh spells of light to moderate rain/thundershower are expected at many places. “Hot and dry weather/heat wave is expected over the plains of Jammu during June 24-28.” Regarding the temperatures, he noted that Srinagar recorded a low of 15.9°C compared to 15.7°C the previous night, which was 0.1°C above normal for the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir at this time of year. Qazigund recorded a minimum of 12.8°C against 12.4°C the previous night, which ...