Month: January 2025

The death toll in the Army vehicle accident has climbed to four after the injured soldiers succumbed to their injuries, officials said They said, the vehicle met with an accident near SK Payeen in Bandipora when it overturned and fell off a hill. Officials told the news agency JKNS that the death toll in the Bandipora accident has risen to four, while the injured soldiers succumbed at the hospital. Earlier, two soldiers were killed, and three others were injured after the vehicle skidded off the road, causing it to fall from a height. They said the injured soldiers were immediately shifted to a nearby medical facility for treatment, where two of them were declared brought dead on arrival, while the remaining three are undergoing treatment. He added that the condition of the ...

An Army vehicle met with an accident near SK Payeen in Bandipora, resulting in the deaths of two soldiers and injuries to several others after the vehicle overturned and fell off a hill, officials said. According to officials, the vehicle skidded off the road, causing it to fall from a significant height. "The injured soldiers were immediately shifted to a nearby medical facility for treatment," an official told the news agency JKNS. Authorities confirmed that two soldiers succumbed to their injuries, while the condition of the other injured soldiers is being closely monitored. An investigation has been initiated to determine the cause of the accident, and further details are awaited.

Weatherman on Saturday predicted snowfall at most places of Jammu  Kashmir with “peak activity” during January 4 night to January 5 (late night) and Monday morning. A meteorological department official here told GNS that there is possibility of “heavy snow” over middle and higher reaches of Kashmir as well as Chenab Valley during the time. “Generally cloudy weather is expected with light to moderate rain (plains of Jammu)/snow at most places of J&K with peak activity during (January) 4th (Night) to 5th (late Night)/6th morning,” the official said. He said improvement in the weather activity is expected from the afternoon of January 6. From January 7-10, he said, generally cloudy and dry weather is expected. Similarly, he said, generally cloudy weather with light snow is exp...

Veteran Congress leader and former Sadr-e-Riyasat, Dr. Karan Singh, has criticized National Conference founder Sheikh Abdullah for allegedly harboring "anti-Dogra feelings" throughout his life. Speaking to PTI, Singh also called it a "mistake" for Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru to take the Kashmir issue to the United Nations, a decision he believes complicated the situation further. Dr. Singh reflected on his early entry into politics at the age of 18, attributing it to the challenging circumstances created after his father, Maharaja Hari Singh, was compelled to leave Jammu Kashmir. "The situation developed in such a way that my father had to leave the state under very painful circumstances. The reason was Sheikh Abdullah," Singh remarked. He further elaborated on the historical event...

In a heartbreaking incident in Gudder, Kulgam, a young man lost his life while his mother remains in critical condition due to suffocation from charcoal fire fumes. Officials speaking to The Kashmiriyat identified the deceased as Nisar Ahmad Khan, who passed away at the hospital this morning, while his mother, Fahmida Akhter, continues to fight for her life. The tragedy unfolded on January 2, when the duo was found unconscious at their home, overcome by the fumes. They were immediately rushed to the hospital, but despite efforts, Nisar could not be saved. His mother remains under intensive care.

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has emphasized the need for impartiality in verification processes, stating that individuals should not be penalized for familial connections to militancy. Speaking on Thursday, Abdullah said, “A militant’s son is not a militant. Denying passports or No Objection Certificates (NOCs) to individuals solely due to their relatives’ past affiliations is unjust.” He highlighted efforts made during his previous tenure to abolish the blacklisting system and stressed the need to streamline formalities. Although the matter does not fall entirely under his jurisdiction in the current governance framework, Abdullah revealed that he had raised the issue with the CID chief to ensure fair treatment. The Chief Minister also addressed concerns about the region's pre...

Danishwar Hameed  Residents of Kulgam town in south Kashmir have expressed frustration over power supply issues, claiming discrepancies between official designations and the actual situation on the ground. Despite assurances that Kulgam would function as a smart-metered zone, an official curtailment schedule reveals that the town is listed under non-metered areas. The document, issued by the local power department, places Kulgam alongside other non-metered zones, contradicting earlier statements about improved power supply for smart-metered areas. Residents argue that this misclassification has led to frequent outages and disrupted daily life. A local shopkeeper voiced his concerns, saying, "We were promised uninterrupted electricity after installing smart meters, but we fac...

Flight operations at Srinagar International Airport faced delays today as dense fog engulfed parts of the Kashmir Valley on friday. A top official at Srinagar International Airport told news agency JKNS that, Flight operations at Srinagar International Airport faced delays today as dense fog engulfed parts of the Kashmir Valley, he said. The prevailing weather conditions have significantly reduced visibility, with current visibility reported at 300 meters and Runway Visual Range (RVR) at 1100 meters, he said adding, SG overhead at SXR airport for landing. (JKNS)