Month: September 2024

Danishwar Hameed The residents of Kelam in Qazigund were left shocked after they received power bills for amounts they had already paid. Locals told The Kashmiriyat that they received power bills again for amounts they had already paid.. The distribution of these bills for the second time sparked concern among consumers, many of whom feared being charged twice. The Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE) of PDD Division Qazigund Mohd yousuf, upon being contacted by The Kashmiriyat clarified the situation. He acknowledged the error and assured the public that it was likely due to a technical issue during the printing of bills. "It seems to be a technical error in the billing system during the printing process. We are actively looking into it, and it will be resolved as soon as ...

A group of BJP supporters from north Kashmir staged a brief protest after being denied entry to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s election rally at the Sher-e-Kashmir stadium in Srinagar, Press Trust of India reported. The protesters claimed they arrived late and were not allowed inside due to strict security measures. Many of the protesters, who had traveled from remote areas like Tangdhar, Pharkian Top, and Baramulla, said they were delayed because of poor road conditions. One BJP worker expressed frustration, saying, “We incurred expenses and left our work to see and listen to Modi, but we were stopped at the gate.” Prime Minister Modi arrived at the venue shortly after noon, but security personnel closed the gates at 10 a.m. The protesters, including local BJP leaders, voiced dis...

During the first phase of assembly elections, members of the Sikh community in various villages in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district cast their votes, hoping that the new government will grant them minority status. Voters expressed to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) their desire for a representative who will advocate for the inclusion of Punjabi as an official language. Sadbir Singh Sodi, a voter at the Bongund polling station in the Mattan area, said, “In the past, we have been overlooked by every government. This time, we are optimistic about being granted minority status, which would provide us with job reservations in Jammu Kashmir.” He said the Sikh community has long sought the recognition of Punjabi as an official language, but their requests have largely gone u...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to arrive in Srinagar today to address a major election rally at the Sher-e-Kashmir Cricket Stadium, Sonwar. The roads leading to the venue have been adorned with lights and BJP flags, while security measures are in full swing. Inspector General of Police Kashmir, V K Birdhi, confirmed the deployment of extensive security arrangements for the VVIP visit, stating that such measures are crucial for both elections and high-profile visits. This rally marks the Prime Minister’s first in Srinagar as part of the ongoing election campaign. Previously, on September 14, Modi addressed a large gathering in Doda district, Jammu. BJP workers from across Kashmir have been mobilized to ensure significant participation at today’s event. BJP leader Chugh, ...

With the world's eyes fixed on elections in Jammu Kashmir, a huge number of voters has turned to polling booths across Kashmir and Jammu divisions on Wednesday to excercise their franchise. The assembly polls happening after a hiatus of ten years in the region have recorded a brisk voter turnout during the first phase held on September 18. The first phase of the three phased elections was conducted in 24 assembly segments spread to the Chenab and Kashmir valleys. As per officials who spoke to The Kashmiriyat the two assembly segments in Shopian have recorded a voter turnout of 58.85 per cent. "Anantnag had a voter turnout of 54.17%. Doda's turnout was approximately 69.33%. Kishtwar had a turnout of 77.23%, while Kulgam showed an approximate trend of 61.57%. Pulwama had a turnou...

With the world's eyes dotted on elections in Kashmir, a brisk polling is being recorded across Kashmir and Jammu divisions on Wednesday. The assembly polls happening after a hiatus of ten years in the region have recorded a voter percentage of 58.19 per cent till 5 P.M. As per officials who spoke to The Kashmiriyat the two assembly segments in Shopian have recorded a voter turnout of 53.68 per cent. "The voting percentage at Zainapora AC upto 5: 00 PM stand at 52.64 % while as 54.72 per cent voters have cast their ballots in Shopian assembly segment," the official said. In Anantnag, the voter turnout is 54.17%, while in Doda, it stands at 69.33%. Kishtwar has the highest turnout at 77.23%, followed by Kulgam with 59.62%. Pulwama has a turnout of 43.87%, and Ramban's turnout is ...