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Udhampur encounter: Two militants killed, search operation intensifies

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Two militants affiliated with the Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) group were killed in an ongoing operation in the upper reaches of Basantgarh in Jammu Kashmir's Udhampur district on Wednesday, according to Army officials. This marked the first successful operation in the dense forest area, which has witnessed over six encounters in the past six months. These previous incidents claimed the lives of a Village Defence Guard on April 28 and a CRPF inspector on August 19. Officials indicated that another militant is likely trapped in the Khandara top area, where efforts are ongoing to neutralize him. The operation, a joint effort by the Army’s first para unit and local police, made contact with the militants around 12:50 PM, according to officials. “Two militants neutralized in...

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‘Have suffered a lot, I am committed to my people till my last breath’: Er Rashid after his release from Tihar

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Awami Itehad Party (AIP) patron Engineer Sheikh Abdur Rashid Wednesday said that he will fight against the Prime Minister Narendera Modi’s narrative of Naya Kashmir and the peaceful resolution of Kashmir issue till his last breath. Talking to reporters in New Delhi, soon after walking free from Tihar jail after over five years, Er Rashid, as per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said that he will fight against PM Modi’s narrative of Naya Kashmir and the peaceful resolution of Kashmir issue till his last breath. “Let me tell you that PM Modi’s narrative of Naya Kashmir has miserably failed. That has been proved by the people of my constituency on June 4. The vote for me was actually a referendum against Modi’s narrative of Naya Kashmir that has failed,” he said. “I will fight a...

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Rahul Gandhi supports JKNC’s ‘anti-national’ agenda: HM Amit Shah

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah sharply criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday, accusing him of standing with forces that threaten India’s unity and security. Shah's remarks came while Gandhi is on a three-day visit to the United States. In a post on social media platform X, Shah alleged that Rahul Gandhi’s statements, both at home and abroad, are consistently harmful to the country. "Standing with forces that conspire to divide the country and making anti-national statements have become a habit for Rahul Gandhi and the Congress party," Shah stated. Shah also accused Gandhi of supporting the Jammu Kashmir National Conference’s (JKNC) "anti-national" agenda, particularly on reservations, and claimed Gandhi’s recent remarks about potentially abolishing reservations ex...

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Encounter breaks out in Udhampur area

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A gunfight broke out on Wednesday afternoon between militants and security forces in the Khandara Top Basantgarh area of Udhampur district, Jammu division. According to a senior police official, a joint operation involving the police and army was launched in the area following reports of militant activity. As the forces neared the suspected location, militants opened fire, leading to an exchange of gunfire. The police official confirmed the ongoing clash but stated that further details are still awaited.

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Unknown persons axe hundreds of apple trees in Shopian area

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Meer Irfan In a disturbing incident in the Ayend village of Shopian district, south Kashmir, unknown persons have vandalized hundreds of apple trees, causing substantial financial damage. Local residents speaking to The Kashmiriyat said that they discovered the destruction early Wednesday morning when they saw the high density apple orchard severely damaged with numerous trees felled. The affected orchard, which had been under cultivation for the past three years and was finally set to be harvested, was left in ruin. The orchard owner, Mohammed Shafi Bhat son of Ghulam Mohammed Bhat, who had secured a bank loan to establish the garden and is still repaying the debt, expressed deep frustration. “It is disheartening to see such incidents becoming more frequent in Kashmir,” a loc...

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Engineer Rashid’s party prepares for massive reception at Srinagar Airport on September 13

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The Awami Itehad Party (AIP) is gearing up for a significant show of support following the interim bail granted to its leader, Engineer Rashid. The Delhi Patiala House Court has approved Rashid's release from Tihar Jail until October 2, where he has been detained for five years on charges related to terror funding. In anticipation of his release, AIP has announced plans for a major welcome event at Srinagar International Airport on September 13. The party is also organizing a large political rally and has applied for permission to hold it at either SK Stadium or Bakshi Stadium in Srinagar. AIP’s chief spokesman, Inam un Nabi, indicated that preparations are underway and they are optimistic about securing approval for the rally. The timing of the bail has triggered criticism fro...

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ED seeks fresh charges against Farooq Abdullah in alleged JKCA scam

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The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a fresh application before a Srinagar court seeking fresh charges against former Jammu Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah and others involved in the alleged Jammu Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) money laundering case. This follows the Jammu Kashmir High Court's decision last month to quash the case. According to official sources, the ED submitted its plea to the Principal District and Sessions Judge, requesting the inclusion of IPC sections 411 (dishonestly receiving stolen property) and 424 (dishonest or fraudulent removal or concealment of property) in the case. The agency’s move comes after the High Court ruled on August 14 that the money laundering charges were not applicable. However, it permitted the ED to pursue additional cha...

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15-year vehicle scrappage rule may end soon: Government’s new policy to focus on vehicle pollution

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The Indian government is working on revising its vehicle scrappage policy to focus on pollution rather than the age of the vehicle, according to an official announcement on Tuesday. Anurag Jain, Secretary of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, shared this development during the annual convention of the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM). Jain explained that the current policy mandating vehicle scrappage after 15 years has raised concerns among vehicle owners, particularly those who have maintained their vehicles well. He noted that the new policy aims to address these concerns by evaluating vehicles based on their pollution output rather than their age. Jain emphasized the need for a reliable system of pollution checks and called on the automobile indust...

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BSF trooper injured in unprovoked firing incident in Aknoor sector: BSF

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A Border Security Forces personnel was injured on Wednesday after an unprovoked firing incident took place from across the border in Akhnoor area of Jammu district. PRO BSF told GNS that today in wee hours at 02:35 AM, an incident of unprovoked firing was reported in Akhnoor area from across the border. They said befittingly response was given by the BSF. In this incident, one BSF constable namely Durba Jyoti Das sustained injuries in Pak firing, who was subsequently shifted to hospital, he said. Meanwhile, the BSF personnel are on high alert to avert any aggression by the enemy, he added.(GNS)

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Engineer Rashid’s release set to shift Kashmir’s political discourse

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In the world of Kashmir politics, just when you think you've seen it all, the plot thickens. And who else but Engineer Rashid could stir the pot mere days before the assembly elections in Jammu Kashmir? Released on bail after five years in Tihar Jail, Rashid is expected to shake things up. Not just a man, but a force of nature—or so his supporters claim—his return is like the cliffhanger in a soap opera that keeps you glued to the screen. Except, this isn’t fiction. It’s the highly unpredictable, often surreal world of Kashmir’s electoral politics. For those unfamiliar with Engineer Rashid and those who have failed to see Kashmiri political spectrum converted into a social media meme, let’s just say he’s not your average candidate. He didn’t just win against former Chief Minister Omar A...