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Shabir Khan A 36-year-old street vendor from Sopore has been missing in Delhi since February 16, leaving his family in deep distress as they plead for his safe return. Shabir Ahmad Shah, son of the late Ghulam Nabi Shah and a resident of Neharpora, Sopore, had traveled to Delhi on January 31 to purchase shoes and other goods for his small street business. According to his family, Shabir remained in regular contact until the morning of February 16. His wife, Mumtaza, who was hospitalized at the time due to an illness, last spoke to him around 11:30 AM that day. “He said he would return home soon and even offered to send money if needed. But after that, his phone got switched off, and we haven't heard from him since,” she had told The Kashmiriyat. Although the goods Shabir purch...

CPI(M) leader and Kulgam MLA Muhammad Yousuf Tarigami on Thursday praised National Conference founder Sheikh Muhammad Abdullah for implementing historic land reforms, saying these reforms uplifted the poorest sections of society and transformed the lives of farmers. Tarigami demanded that Sheikh Abdullah's birth anniversary continue to be observed as a public holiday, stating, "Today, those calling for the removal of this holiday forget that it was Sheikh Abdullah who gave dignity to the most marginalized people." Tarigami made these remarks during the discussion on the motion of thanks to the Lieutenant Governor's address in the Assembly. Emphasizing the need to safeguard the constitutional and democratic rights of the people, he called for the restoration of the region's original c...

Meer Irfan A fish farmer in south Kashmir's Shopian district suffered heavy financial losses after thousands of fish reportedly died due to suspected poisoning of his fish farm. Locals told The Kashmiriyat that the incident occurred in Heff village of Zainapora, where unidentified persons allegedly poured a toxic substance into the fish pond of Firdous Ahmad Lone. “We woke up to a devastating sight. Thousands of fish were floating lifeless. Someone deliberately targeted our livelihood,” Firdous said. He added, "This is not just a financial loss; it is an attack on the hard work we have put in for years." According to officials, approximately 7,000 fish were killed in the incident, causing damages estimated in lakhs of rupees. The family has urged authorities to launch a t...

In the ongoing holy month of Ramadan, the wholesale as well as the retail prices of vegetables and fruits have witnessed a sharp rise over the past few days. Officials attributed the price hike to the closure of key roads leading to the valley, adding that the roads have now opened and prices are expected to return to normal once again. As per the details obtained by the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), local residents have expressed concern over the fluctuating rates, saying they find it difficult to afford basic fruits and vegetables. “For the past days since Ramadan has started, prices have been fluctuating. Now supplies are improving, we hope rates will come down in the coming days,” said a vegetable vendor in Srinagar. Also, a local resident said they are paying al...

In a recent shocking case that highlights the growing trust deficit and materialism in society, Srinagar police have exposed a sinister conspiracy where a group of five individuals framed their friend in a drug case to usurp a piece of land. The case, cracked by the Shaheed Gunj Police Station under the leadership of SP South Shabir Khan, underscores both the depths of human greed and the commendable efforts of law enforcement in ensuring justice prevails. This strange case has become the talk of the town, and social media users are commending the role of the police. The victim, Manzoor Ahmed Mir of Natipora, had legally purchased a piece of land from his childhood friend Muhammad Shafi, also a resident of Natipora. However, driven by greed, Shafi, along with four accomplices—T...

Suhail Dar Sitting beside her critically injured son in the Intensive Care Unit of SKIMS Soura, the mother of Owais Khan is reliving her worst nightmare on repeat. One son is battling for his life; the other has already left this world. And between hospital corridors and silent prayers, she finds herself making a plea she never imagined: asking people to stop turning her family’s grief into viral content. On Monday evening, 20-year-old Owais Khan lost his life in a tragic road accident while traveling with his younger brother, Usman, towards their maternal home in Anzwal, Anantnag. Usman survived the crash but remains in critical condition. “As a mother, I don’t have the words,” she said softly, pausing to glance at her unconscious son. “Usman keeps asking for his phone. He wan...

The Jammu & Kashmir Government on Thursday said 269 notices have been issued for deviations in constructions in the areas falling under the jurisdiction of the Pahalgam Development Authority (PDA). In a written response to question of MLA Pulwama Waheed-ur-Rehman Para as per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), about total number of illegal and unauthorized constructions in Pahalgam, Chief Minister Omar, Abdullah, who also serves as minister of Tourism Department, said that PDA has recently issued notices to 269 deviations as per the permissions issued by the BOCA of the Authority. “However, the majority of these include PMAY and residential houses of locals that fall within the jurisdictions of the concerned Authority,” the minister said. The minister said that Pahalgam D...

During the discussion on the Motion of Thanks on the Lieutenant Governor’s address, veteran National Conference (NC) leader and MLA Khaniyar, Ali Mohammad Sagar, on Wednesday termed Pakistan a "failed state." However, he emphasized that despite Pakistan's dismal condition, the Government of India must engage in dialogue to ensure peace and stability in Jammu Kashmir. According to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) Correspondent, Sagar said during his address that it is a well-known fact that Pakistan has failed as a country and as a state. Yet, he stressed that dialogue with Pakistan is essential to establish lasting peace in Jammu Kashmir. Sagar also criticized the BJP over its rhetoric on Article 370, asserting that it is the National Conference that has made immense sa...

Jammu Kashmir National Conference leader Imran Nabi Dar has said that the power supply in Kulgam town will improve within two to three days. Earlier, The Kashmiriyat had reported that Kulgam town in south Kashmir is facing frequent power cuts during Sehri and Iftar, causing anguish among residents in the holy month of Ramadhan. https://twitter.com/TheKashmiriyat/status/1897073203169853760?s=19 Locals had said that the department has failed to ensure electricity during crucial hours, forcing many to begin and break fast in darkness. Responding to the public outrage over the frequent power cuts, the NC spokesperson said, "There is a temporary system constraint affecting power supply due to failure at Amargarh Grid station. The issue is being resolved, and the power supply will im...

Danishwar Hameed Kulgam, March 5: A high-level team from the Directorate of Health Services (DHS), Kashmir, visited District Hospital Kulgam today to assess healthcare facilities and announce a major initiative—free stroke treatment for patients under the newly launched Stroke Thrombolysis Program. The visit was conducted on the directions of Health Minister Sakina Masood and under the supervision of Director of Health Services, Kashmir, Dr. Jahangir Bakshi. The team held an important meeting with Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Kulgam, Shaukat Ahmad Parray, and Medical Superintendent (MS) A.G. Raina to discuss strategies for enhancing stroke management and emergency care at the district level. The Stroke Thrombolysis Program will enable patients who arrive at the hospital within four...