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Assam government plans life term for ‘Love Jihad’ cases, Restricts land sales to Muslims

INDIA

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma faces significant backlash after proposing a stringent law against “Love Jihad,” suggesting life imprisonment as a penalty and imposing restrictions on land sales to Muslims. During a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) state executive meeting on Sunday, Sarma stated, “At the time of elections, we had spoken about Love Jihad. In the coming days, we will bring a new law that will introduce life imprisonment as a penalty for Love Jihad cases.” The term ‘Love Jihad’ is used by Hindutva groups and the BJP to describe an alleged campaign by Muslim men to convert Hindu women through marriage. Some BJP-led states have already enacted laws to prevent such conversions and interfaith marriages. Sarma also announced that land transactions between Hindus and ...

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Light to moderate showers in Jammu Kashmir from Aug 7 to 15: MeT

REGIONAL

The Meteorological (MeT) department has issued a week-long weather advisory and prediction for J&K stating that from August 7 to 15, there are chances of light to moderate rainfall in both the regions while as there was a possibility of flash floods and thundershowers at scattered places as well. As per the news agency—Kashmir News Corner (KNC), the weather advisory of MeT, reads that “7th August: Brief spells of Rain/thundershower at few places during day time with Spells of light to moderate Rain/thundershower at many places of J&K towards late night/early morning. 8-9th August: Brief showers during daytime with a spell of Rain/thundershower at scattered places mainly during late night/early morning.” It states that from 10-11th August, a brief spell of Rain/thundershower a...

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‘Decongestion’ of Kulgam town hits local trade, protest and shutdown in town

REGIONAL

Danishwar Hameed Nearly two years after the bus stand in Kulgam town was shifted to an alternate location, traders in Kulgam town observed a shutdown to protest the losses suffered by them. Eyewitnesses told The Kashmiriyat that on Wednesday, shops in the south Kashmir town remained shut to protest against the shifting of the decades-old bus stand to an alternative location in the district. Nearly two years ago, the Kulgam district administration shifted the bus stand in the south Kashmir town to Chawalgam, stating that the move was intended to decongest the town. Authorities had, in 2022, stated that the move was intended to ease traffic congestion in the town center and improve overall transportation efficiency. However, as was evident, the traders and other members of the...

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Admin renames 48 schools, public places in Jammu Kashmir

REGIONAL

Continuing its policy of renaming public institutions to honor government forces personnel and eminent personalities, the Jammu and Kashmir administration has issued an order renaming 48 schools across the region. This initiative, admin says, is aimed at recognizing the sacrifices of government force personnel and celebrating the contributions of distinguished individuals. The move will "instill a sense of national pride and historical awareness" among the citizens. According to Government Order No. 1462-JK(GAD) of 2024, issued by the General Administration Department, the renaming process covers various schools, colleges, and public places in several districts. The document, dated August 6, 2024, accessed by The Kashmiriyat, specifies the new names of these institutions. In...

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Encounter breaks out in Udhampur area

REGIONAL

An encounter has broken out between militants and government forces in the Duhampur district of Jammu Kashmir Official sources told The Kashmiriyat that a team of Jammu Kashmir Police, Indian army and CRPF had launched a cordon and search operation in the Basantnagar area of Udhampur district in Jammu following inputs about militant movement in the area. During the operation launched on Tuesday afternoon, the hiding militants opened fire on forces, triggering an encounter, they said. SSP Udhampur Joginder Singh confirming the exchange of gunfire said that security forces have established contact with terrorists at Khaner in Basantgarh area Of Udhampur district. As per the latest reports, a massive exchange of gunfire is going on at the site of the encounter. Details rushing ...

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Sheikh Hasina in shock, Giving her time to recover: Government of India

INTERNATIONAL

India has extended support to Sheikh Hasina, the former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, as she seeks refuge following her abrupt departure from Dhaka. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar informed an all-party meeting on Tuesday that Hasina, who arrived in Ghaziabad, is currently in a state of shock. The Indian government is allowing her time to recover before discussing various issues, including her future plans. During the meeting, attended by leaders including Rahul Gandhi, Jaishankar stated that New Delhi has been in contact with Bangladesh's army chief to ensure the safety of over 10,000 Indian students currently in Bangladesh. He also addressed concerns raised by Gandhi regarding potential foreign involvement in the unrest, noting that the government is closely monitoring t...

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Amarnath Yatra resumed after day long suspension

REGIONAL

After a one-day suspension, the Amarnath Yatra resumed on Tuesday, with over 1,800 pilgrims departing from the Jammu base camp toward the holy cave shrine in the South Kashmir Himalayas, according to officials. So far this year, more than 490,000 pilgrims have visited the 3,880-meter-high cave shrine, surpassing the 450,000 visitors recorded in 2023. The 39th batch of 1,873 pilgrims left the Bhagwati Nagar base camp in Jammu at 3:25 a.m. in a convoy of 69 vehicles, escorted by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and local police. The annual yatra, which began on June 29, is scheduled to conclude on August 19. The previous day's halt was implemented as a precautionary measure in observance of the fifth anniversary of the abrogation of Article 370.

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Kashmir: Amid drought threat, Leaf Miner impacts Apple, Bacterial Blight threatens paddy fields

REGIONAL

As apple growers are grappling with leaf miner and red mite, the paddy fields in south Kashmir have been hit by bacterial blight disease. The residents of different areas of Tral sub division said that they were using traditional paddy varieties, which yielded good results, but for the first time they opted for the variety being distributed by the agriculture department. However, the seedlings start whitening themselves due to which the farmers are very much worried and demand the attention of the agriculture department in this regard. Abdul Aziz, a farmer from Amirabad Tral said farmers in the area are worried due to the outbreak of the disease, adding that the concerned department should look into it and suggest to farmers how they can get rid of this disease. They have also ...

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‘Repeat pilgrims not be allowed’: New rules include ban on repeat pilgrims registering with HCoI

INDIA

The Ministry of Minority Affairs, Government of India has announced that pilgrims can register only once with the Haj Committee of India (HCoI) for the 2025 Haj pilgrimage, which corresponds to the 1446 Hijri Islamic year. The pilgrimage is scheduled from May to June 2025, with registrations beginning in September 2024. According to the 31-point policy, 70% of India's Haj quota allocated by Saudi Arabia will be distributed through the HCoI, while the remaining quota will go to registered private Haj operators. The specific quota allocation will be announced later this year. Haj, one of Islam's five pillars, will be held during peak summer in 2025, similar to this year's pilgrimage, which concluded on June 19. Extreme temperatures this year, reaching up to 51.8°C, resulted in aroun...

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Bangladesh protesters break into major jail; Set free over 500 political prisoners

INTERNATIONAL

Massive revolt is underway in Bangladesh with notable events occurring across the country, news reports appearing in media said. The recent resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on August 5 has paved the way for a transitional period marked by significant developments. In Sherpur District, a proactive group successfully liberated more than 500 inmates from the district jail, showcasing a dynamic shift in the region. Protesters have been actively participating in the streets of Dhaka and other cities, demonstrating a strong commitment to their cause. Following the resignation of the Prime Minister, the Bangladesh Army has temporarily assumed control, urging citizens to maintain peace and order. An interim government is expected to be established shortly to facilitate sm...