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Groom stabbed on his wedding day in Shopian

REGIONAL

Meer Irfan A youth has been attacked on his wedding day in the Rakhama area of south Kashmir's Shopian district Locals told The Kashmiriyat that on Saturday evening, a groom identified as Mubashir Ahmed son of Bashir Ahmed Naikoo was attacked with a knife in the Rakhama area of Shopian. They said that unidentified persons barged into the house of the 28-year-old groom on his Mehandirat, the first day of the two days wedding. Mubashir was rushed to the hospital after being critically wounded during the attack. Hospital officials confirmed to The Kashmiriyat that Mubashir was brought to the District Hospital of Kulgam with injuries on his abdomen. Details rushing in.

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Beyond the flag: A tale of Two Indias’

WRITE-UPS

Farhan Sayeed Masoodi I recently had the opportunity to witness India's 78th Independence Day celebrations in a remote village called Chandigam, nestled 20 km away from the beautiful town of Kupwara in Kashmir. The village came together to commemorate the historic occasion as the national flag was ceremoniously hoisted at PM-SHRI Boys High School, Chandigam Lolab. The headmaster, Mohd Ayoub Shah, proudly raised the flag amidst the presence of enthusiastic staff members, students, and local visitors. The event was filled with engaging programs organized by the students, including spirited parade marches and cultural activities. However, I noticed that many of the cultural performances did not fully represent the local Kashmiri traditions in songs and dances. Nonetheless, the stu...

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Unpaid funds force Jammu Kashmir hospitals to suspend Ayushman Bharat services

INDIA

Hospitals and dialysis centers in Jammu and Kashmir empanelled under the Ayushman Bharat scheme will cease services from September 1 due to non-payment of funds since March, according to a report by the Daily Excelsior. The hospitals’ association had met with the CEO of the State Health Agency in April, where a resolution was promised by May. After no payments were made, they submitted an application to the Chief Secretary on May 18, seeking the release of funds by May 31. Despite a meeting with the Medical Education Department on May 31, where assurances were given, the issue remains unresolved. The hospitals also sent a letter to the DC Srinagar regarding the lack of funds but have yet to receive a response.

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In its manifesto, PDP promises insurance for apple crop, more rice, restoration of special status

OTHERS

The People's Democratic Party (PDP) has unveiled an ambitious and comprehensive manifesto for the upcoming Jammu and Kashmir assembly elections, pledging to restore the region's special status, promote dialogue and reconciliation, and address the socio-economic challenges facing the people of Jammu and Kashmir. Party president Mehbooba Mufti emphasized that the "Idea of India"—rooted in democracy, secularism, and modernity—has been under siege since the abrogation of Article 370 in August 2019. She described this event as a "profound assault" on the identity and rights of Jammu Kashmir, accusing the current administration of deepening the divide between Srinagar and New Delhi through unconstitutional means. Mufti reiterated her party's commitment to the Mufti Mohammad Sayeed Doctr...

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Militant killed in shootout at Sopore; Area cordoned off

REGIONAL

A militant was killed in a joint operation in north Kashmir’s Sopore on Saturday, officials said. A top official told news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that terrorists attacked a naka party in Watergam area of Rafiabad, however, the attack was repelled. He said that in the retaliatory fire, one terrorist has been killed, while entire area has been cordoned off—(KNO)

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CRPF trooper dies after falling from rooftop in Srinagar

REGIONAL

A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) trooper died after he fell from the rooftop of a Panchayat Bhawan near the airport, Srinagar. An official told the News Vibes of India—(NVI) that, a CRPF man died here at Panchayat Bhawan, near Airport on Saturday, after he fell from the roof top. He added the man was identified as Pawane Kakasahib, while police have taken up the investigation. (News Vibes of India)

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Jama’at-e-Islami’s hopes of participation in elections dim as Tribunal upholds 5-year ban

INDIA

The central government may have ended the hopes of Jama’at-e-Islami Jammu & Kashmir (JeI), which had been seeking to have its ban lifted in order to participate in the electoral process. The Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Tribunal on Friday upheld the ban, initially imposed on February 28, 2019, and extended in February 2024 for another five years. The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) had earlier constituted the tribunal to assess the justification for labeling JeI an "unlawful association" under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). The tribunal supported the government's stance, citing JeI's involvement in secessionist activities and its support for militancy. Despite JeI’s recent efforts to re-enter mainstream politics, the ban will remain in force, effectivel...

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Missing Arunachal man found in Kashmir, reunited with family

REGIONAL

A man from Arunachal Pradesh, identified as Kangge Perme, was located in Budgam, Kashmir, and safely returned home by police. Perme had been missing since July 23, when his father reported his disappearance to the Mebo police station in East Siang. According to the East Siang SP, Perme last contacted his family on July 13, informing them that he was in Delhi seeking employment. The police began their investigation by analyzing ATM transactions and call detail records, but efforts to trace Perme’s phone were unsuccessful as it was switched off. His last recorded ATM transaction was at a booth near New Delhi railway station. Despite questioning his friends and checking contacts from his call records, no leads emerged regarding his location. On August 17, Perme contacted his fa...

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Properties of militant associate attached in Sopore

REGIONAL

The Kashmir Sopore Police, on Friday, carried out the attachment of a single-storey residential house belonging to a militant associate. According to a Police press statement, the house of Abdul Rashid Najar son of Abdul Ahad Najar R/O Naseem Bagh Krankshivan Colony Sopore along with land measuring 01 Kanal and 01 marla, falling under khsara No. 237/1 in estate Amargrah Sopore was attached. The attachment was executed under the provisions of Section 25 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967, after receiving approval from the competent authority. The attachment has been made in case FIR No. 307/2023, registered under Sections 13, 18, 18B, 19, 20, 23, 39 UA(P) Act, 7/25 Arms Act, and 4/5 Explosives Substances of Police Station Sopore. This action reaffirms the commitme...

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Kashmiri girl found married in Mumbai, Police asks users to stop posting ‘inflammatory’ content

REGIONAL

Police in Baramulla have taken cognizance of a missing person case involving a young girl, who was reported missing on August 16. The police station in Kreeri lodged the report, and it has now been revealed that on August 19, the girl converted and married Sagar Pradeep Singh from Navi Mumbai. The Baramulla police have registered a case under the relevant sections of the law, with investigations currently underway. In response to the case, the district police's cyber patrol unit has detected a surge in misleading and inflammatory content being circulated on social media, allegedly by anti-social elements attempting to exploit the incident to incite disturbances. A police spokesperson emphasized, "Sharing or creating posts that are misleading or inflammatory in nature is a viola...