Year: 2024

Jammu and Kashmir’s Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Sunday advocated the participation of retired soldiers, officers and policemen in the ongoing fight against militancy stating that militancy was on its deathbed but the adversary was trying to fuel it again. He also stated that the J&K admin will give land in Kashmir and Jammu for the construction of Sainik Colonies to accommodate families of fallen heroes. Addressing the function in Jammu after interacting with the veterans, veer Naris and NoKs of slain soldiers, the LG as per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said that 4 Crore tourists visited the UT in the past two years. “1.88 Crore tourists visited J&K in 2022 and 2.12 Crore guests visited the UT in 2023. There is a peaceful atmosphere prevailing in the J&...

The Northern Army Commander, Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi, stated on Sunday that the army has initiated actions against militants in the Rajouri-Poonch belt, with a special emphasis on enhancing synergy between various security agencies. Addressing reporters during a function in Srinagar, the Northern Army Commander remarked, “In the last few years, the Rajouri-Poonch area has experienced prosperity, marked by increased investment and employment. Our neighbouring country has struggled to accept peace and prosperity, leading to the promotion of terrorism in the area. We have taken strong actions in response, and you will observe control over it in the coming days.” He highlighted the sensitivity of the northern border area, declaring 2023 as a zero-infiltration year, signifying ...

An army trooper was killed while performing an operational task in forward area of north Kashmir’s Baramulla district. Army informed that the incident occurred on Friday late night. The victim soldier has been identified as Gunner Gurpreet Singh, who hails from Gurdaspur, Punjab. Army as per the news agency Kashmir News Trust said that Chinar Corps regrets the unfortunate demise of Gunner Gurpreet Singh while performing operational task in forward area in Baramulla Sector. [KNT]

In an unusual turn of events, Srinagar experienced a positive temperature for the first time in January, marking a departure from the typical winter conditions in the region. The absence of snowfall has plunged the Kashmir valley into a significant dry spell, as daytime temperatures steadily climb. The Meteorological department anticipates dry weather prevailing in the valley until January 20, with minimal chances of precipitation in higher altitudes. Today's minimum temperatures across the Kashmir region varied, with Srinagar recording 0.2°C, Qazigund at -2.0°C, Pahalgam at -0.6°C, Kupwara at -0.3°C, Kokernag at -1.2°C, Gulmarg at -1.0°C, Sonamarg at 0.2°C, Anantnag at -2.6°C, Ganderbal at 0.1°C, Pulwama at -3.1°C, Bandipora at -0.5°C, Baramulla at 0.1°C, Budgam at -0.9°C, Kulgam...

Dr. Syed Abid Rasheed Shah, the Secretary of the Department of Health and Medical Education, chaired a Public Darbar at Shopian under the UT government's outreach program. In a press release issued to The Kashmiriyat, official said, the session aimed to connect with the public, address grievances, and evaluate welfare and development issues. Delegations, including DD/BD Council, MC Councillors, fruit growers, traders, tribal leaders, activists, civil society members, youth, and other groups, presented various concerns and demands. These ranged from establishing a Press Club to improving hostel facilities, introducing new subjects at the Higher Secondary level, ensuring water supply, revising the Master Plan of Shopian Town, developing a Municipal Park, enhancing power transmission...

Suspected militants fired at army vehicles in Khanetar area of Poonch district. As per multiple reports reaching The Kashmiriyat, on Friday evening, vehicles of the Indian Army were fired upon by militants in the Khanetar area of Poonch district. Forces have been rushed to the spot, as per the reports. A report from Republic TV claimed that militant targeted an Indian Army convoy, including the Commanding Officer's vehicle, with two rounds of bullets fired from a hilltop. In response to suspected movement in Khanetar, Poonch, security forces engaged in gunfire, prompting increased search operations in the area. The attacks comes weeks after a vehicle of Indian army was attacked by militants in the Bafliaz area of Poonch, leading to six casualities of the Indian army. On 21 ...