Month: January 2025

Three persons accused of being militant associates have been arrested in the Kulgam district of south Kashmir, Police said. In a press release, Police said that Jammu Kashmir police, along with the Army's 1 Rashtriya Rifles (RR), 1 Para (SF), and the 18th Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), arrested three individuals accused of being terrorist associates linked to the proscribed Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT)/The Resistance Front (TRF). "The arrests were made during the investigation of an ongoing case registered under FIR No. 02/2025 at Qaimoh Police Station under sections 13, 18, and 39 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA)," a Police spokesperson added. The arrested individuals have been identified as Ubaid Khursheed Khanday, son of Khursheed Ahmad Khanday...

The Ministry of Home Affairs on Thursday transferred Additional Director General of Police Vijay Kumar to the Delhi AGMUT cadre. As per an order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, with the approval of the Competent Authority, Vijay Kumar, IPS 1997, is hereby transferred from Jammu and Kashmir to the Delhi segment of the AGMUT cadre with immediate effect and until further orders. During his tenure as IGP and ADGP Kashmir, the fight against terrorism remained one of his main focuses. Hailing from Saharsa district of Bihar, Kumar has an MA from JNU, New Delhi. He has served in some of the most troubled areas of the Kashmir region, including Pulwama, Awantipora, Kulgam, and Anantnag.

The Meteorological Department has forecasted no major weather activity across Jammu Kashmir until January 16. An official from the Meteorological Centre in Srinagar stated that the weather is expected to remain dry with cloudiness through January 10 (evening/night). On January 11, the region may experience generally cloudy weather, with light rain likely in the Jammu plains and isolated snowfall at higher altitudes in Jammu and Kashmir. From January 12 to 14, dry weather is expected to prevail, while January 15 and 16 may see cloudy skies with light snowfall at isolated to scattered locations across the region. The department also noted that cold wave conditions would persist in isolated areas and advised tourists, travelers, and transporters to follow guidelines issued by the ...

Jammu Kashmir chief minister, Omar Abdullah on Thursday said that the INDIA bloc should wind up if the alliance was for the Lok Sabha polls only. Speaking to reporters, Omar, as per the news agency Kashmir News Observer, said that it is unfortunate that not a single meeting of INDIA bloc was held for a long time now. "There is no clarity of leadership and agenda in INDIA bloc. The alliance was not forged for a specific period," he said. He added that after Delhi elections, a meeting should be convened to come clear over the agenda and leadership. "The INDIA bloc should wind up if it was formed for Lok Sabha elections only," he said—(KNO)

The skyrocketing prices of meat and eggs in Kashmir have placed these essential food items out of reach for many, particularly the poor. Amid the biting winter, when protein-rich foods are most needed, people are finding it increasingly difficult to afford basic dietary staples. Currently, a tray of eggs is being sold at Rs 220, while meat—often of substandard or "C-grade" quality—is priced as high as Rs 700 per kilogram. The steep prices have led to widespread frustration among consumers, who accuse butchers and shopkeepers of arbitrarily fixing rates due to the lack of regulatory oversight. Locals have voiced concerns over the absence of effective price controls by authorities, leaving vendors free to exploit the situation. "We can't afford these prices. Meat and eggs are bec...

Shah Basit Despite repeated warnings and environmental concerns, illegal mining activities are ongoing in Nallah Sindh Block 3, 4, and 5 in Ganderbal. Locals told The Kashmiriyat that the absence of concerned authorities and employees in the area has emboldened the perpetrators. "Massive quantities of Bajri and boulders are being extracted and supplied to crushers in the area, causing irreparable damage to the ecosystem," a local told The Kashmiriyat. They said that the contract of mining has already concluded in Block 4, but despite that hundreds of load carrier vehicles are coming in and out of Block 4, which has caused worry among the locals and environmentalists alike. "The illegal mining activities have severe consequences, including environmental degradation, water pol...

Routine and Emergency Operation Theaters at the Maternity and Child Care Hospital (MCCH) in the Sherbagh area, south Kashmir’s Anantnag, were shut down following a water leakage from a tank that caused disruptions and raised serious safety concerns. Doctors at the hospital refused to attend the operating rooms (OTs) after a colleague experienced an electric shock, allegedly caused by water leakage into the facility. Speaking on the condition of anonymity, a doctor expressed grave concerns about the hospital's safety standards. "Due to the water tank leakage, electric currents are passing through the operating rooms. We cannot take such a risk," the medico stated. The closure has disrupted critical services, with patients being denied access to surgical procedures in both routin...

A severe cold wave swept through Kashmir, Jammu, and Ladakh on the night between Wednesday and Thursday, with temperatures dipping to extreme lows across the regions. Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, shivered at -4.4°C on the night between Wednesday and Thursday, as the ongoing cold wave tightened its grip on the region. In the Kashmir valley, the coldest spot was Larnoo at a bone-chilling -11.6°C, followed closely by Pahalgam at -10.4°C, Gulmarg at -9.6°C, and Shopian at -9.9°C. Srinagar recorded a minimum of -4.4°C, while Qazigund and Anantnag froze at -6.2°C and -8.4°C, respectively. In Jammu, temperatures remained above freezing in most areas but were notably cold for the region. Jammu city recorded 5.5°C, while Banihal and Batote saw lows of 3.8°C and 3.3...

Danishwar Hameed  A Musk deer was rescued in an injured condition from the Verinag garden area by the Wildlife Department Doru on Wednesday. The animal was discovered by locals in distress, prompting them to inform the authorities. A team from the Wildlife Department Doru swiftly reached the location and rescued the injured deer. Upon inspection, it was found to have sustained injuries, though the exact cause remains under investigation. The Musk deer, a species classified as endangered, was immediately transported to a wildlife rehabilitation center for treatment and further care. The department has assured that efforts will be made to ensure its full recovery. Wildlife officials have urged the public to report any such incidents to help in the protection and conservati...