Month: July 2024

Danishwar Hameed The inhabitants of Khargund in Devsar Constituency in the juridiction of South Kashmir's Kulam are on protest against use of sub standard material by RDD department. Speaking to The Kashmiriyat hundreds of people of Hajam Mohalla Khargund of tehsil Devsar in Kulgam expressed their anguish over the use of Sub-standard material used by contractors while construction of Khargund Main to Hajam Mohalla Road which is being constructed under MGNREGA by block Devsar of Rural Development Department. The people alleged that they were rebuked by the concerned contractor when asked about the use of such material. A local speaking to The Kashmiriyat said that the said work is being done by some contractors who are having a nexus with the block level officials. The people...

Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) President Mehbooba Mufti accused the government on Wednesday of using force, imprisonment, and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) to impose peace in Kashmir. Speaking to the youth wing delegates of the PDP at her Srinagar residence, Mufti reiterated the party’s commitment to pursuing peaceful and democratic solutions. She praised the youth for their efforts during the recent parliamentary elections, according to a party statement. Mufti also pointed out the troubling levels of unemployment in Jammu Kashmir, stating, “Due to unprecedented unemployment, many young people are struggling with depression and drug abuse.” She reaffirmed the PDP’s commitment to peace-building efforts, which include ceasefire agreements, amnesty for thousands...

In response to a recent outbreak of gastroenteritis in certain areas of the Kashmir division, the Health Department of Jammu and Kashmir has issued an urgent directive to all Chief Medical Officers, Medical Superintendents, and Block Medical Officers. The directive emphasizes the need for extensive public awareness campaigns to prevent further spread of the disease. The Health Department has outlined several key Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that must be communicated to the public. These include the use of boiled water for drinking and cooking, maintaining proper hand hygiene practices using soap and disinfectants, and avoiding close contact with affected individuals. Special attention is to be given to vulnerable groups, including children, the elderly, and individuals wit...

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Wednesday said that Kashmir will host a grand event of marathon this year in October where global participants and media will become the brand ambassadors of Valley beauty and tourism potential. Addressing a function at the International Convention Centre after inaugurating the Logo and website of the marathon, the LG, as per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said that the marathon will give a push to the Valley’s tourism potential. “It won’t be just an event where foreign and domestic runners will choose their dreams but the event will open fresh livelihood opportunities for youth,” he said. “There can be no better weather and atmosphere for the Kashmir marathon than what we have in the Valley.” The LG said that the event will go as a historic ...

A non-commissioned officer of army who was critically injured during gunfight at Lolab Kupwara has succumbed to his in a hospital. A top police officer said that the injured NCO of army who was injured during firefight succumbed to his injuries. Yesterday, a joint team of Police and army based on specific information regarding presence of militants in general area of Kowut launched a cordon and search operation. Today morning, contact was established with hiding militants, leading an encounter.(GNS)

In a bid to alleviate the financial burden on families and promote social equality, the Auqaf Committee here in north Kashmir announced the implementation of a new marriage system, calling for an end to the traditional marriage customs. The initiative has been taken in a response to growing concerns of escalating costs associated with the high-profile marriages, taking place in Kashmir, leaving an impact on the economically restricted families. Speaking to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), Abdul Majeed Khan, Chairman Auqaf Committee Bangdara Baramulla said that they had a joint meeting where the escalation of fatty weddings—a concerning trend, which veered away from religious and cultural values -- was discussed. Just to fix it, a joint decision was taken to change the ...