Month: August 2024

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha launched the Tiranga Yatra on Monday, participating in a walkathon with thousands of people, including public officials and representatives. Sinha described the “Har Ghar Tiranga” campaign as a significant people’s movement and encouraged citizens to display the National Flag proudly at home. He emphasized that the campaign symbolizes a shared commitment to nation-building and fosters a personal connection with the Tricolor. The Lieutenant Governor thanked the public for their essential role in the success of the yatra and highlighted the widespread support the campaign has received from various segments of society over the past two years. He urged citizens to engage in related activities such as Tiranga rallies, concerts, and pled...

Suhail Dar A 12-year-old boy was killed in a road accident in Akura Mattan, Anantnag district, South Kashmir. Locals told The Kashmiriyat that the boy, identified as Faisal Ahmad Wagay son of Javid Ahmad Wagay, a resident of Akura was hit by a tractor on Sunday afternoon. Faisal was initially taken to PHC Mattan in critical condition and later referred to GMC Anantnag. Despite efforts to save him, Faisal succumbed to his injuries while being transferred to DH Anantnag. The police have confirmed the incident and have registered a case for further investigation.

Shabir Ali A devastating fire has destroyed the Imambara in Hanjuk village, Budgam district, Central Kashmir. Locals told The Kashmiriyat that the blaze erupted late Saturday night and continued into early Sunday damaging the entire structure. Despite the valiant efforts of firefighters, police, and local residents, the Imambara was reduced to ashes and debris. The cause of the fire is yet to be ascertained. The Imambara, a significant religious and cultural landmark, held immense value for the local community. Its destruction has deeply affected residents, who are mourning the loss of this cherished heritage site.

Majid Salam Two army troopers injured in the ongoing encounter in the Kokernag area of south Kashmir’s Anantnag district have succumbed to their injuries. Earlier, officials said that on Saturday afternoon, a joint team of 19 RR of the Indian Army, Jammu Kashmir Police and CRPF launched a joint launched cordon and search operation in the Sehlan area of Anantnag's Kokernag. During the cordon, the hiding militants fired upon the forces, triggering off a gunfight, he said. Two to three militants are believed to be trapped, while during the initial exchange of gunfire, two army troopers were injured. The troopers who were shifted to the nearby hospital have succumbed to their injuries. As per officials, two civilians have also been injured during the exchange of gunfire betwe...

Two army personnel have been injured in the ongoing encounter between terrorists and security forces in Kokernag area Anantnag district in Saturday, the Army said. The Army in a post on X, as per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) said that based on a specific input, a joint operation was launched in Kokernag area. It said contact was established and firefight ensued during which two personnel have been injured and evacuated from the area. “Based on specific intelligence input, a Joint Operation was launched by #IndianArmy, @JmuKmrPolice & @crpf_srinagar today in general area Kokernag, Anantnag. Contact was established and firefight ensued. Two personnel have been injured and evacuated from the area. Operations are in progress,” it said—(KNO)

The Baramulla Police have successfully cracked a blind murder case in the Pattan area, leading to the arrest of four individuals involved in the gruesome crime. The incident, which occurred on August 1, 2024, shocked the local community. According to the police, on August 2, 2024, an unknown dead body was discovered under the Khambiyar-Andergam bridge. The deceased was later identified as Nasir Ahmad Ganaie, a resident of Pousnag Kreeri, Police said. A police team, led by SDPO Pattan, DSP Shahjahan, and assisted by SHO Pattan, Inspector Mohd Shafi, along with DO Palhallan, SI Raees, swiftly launched an investigation. "Through sustained interrogation, examination of evidence, and analysis of technical data, we succeeded in identifying four accused," stated the police in their...