REGIONAL

In a significant development amid heightened security concerns following the recent terror attack in Kashmir's Pahalgam, intelligence agencies have compiled a list of 14 local militants actively operating in Jammu Kashmir, ANI reported. According to sources, these individuals, aged between 20 to 40 years, are actively aiding foreign terrorists from Pakistan by providing logistical and ground-level support. The identified operatives are reportedly affiliated with three major Pakistan-backed terror outfits: Hizbul Mujahideen, Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM). Among them, three are associated with Hizbul Mujahideen, eight with LeT, and three with JeM. Sources revealed the names of these individuals as: Adil Rehman Dentoo (21), Asif Ahmed Sheikh (28), Ahsan Ahmed Shei...

Based on the recommendation of the Project Director NHAI, PIU Ramban, and to ensure the safety and well-being of the general populace, travelers, and drivers, sanction has been granted for a 24-hour traffic halt on National Highway-44, officials said on Saturday. As per an order issued, a copy of which lies with news agency JKNS, "sanction is hereby granted in favour of NHAI, PIU Ramban, for taking a 24-hour traffic haltage from 08:00 AM on 27.04.2025 (Sunday) to 08:00 AM on 28.04.2025 (Monday) for widening of damaged road portion on NH-44 in strict adherence to the conditions outlined in the aforementioned communication from the Project Director NHAI, PIU Ramban." The order further states, "Senior Superintendent of Police, Ramban & Senior Superintendent of Police, Traffic, NHWs,...

Meteorological Department on Saturday said that Jammu Kashmir will witness generally dry weather conditions over the next several days, with the possibility of heatwave at isolated places in the Jammu division. Diretor MET Dr. Mukhtar Ahmad as per news agency JKNS said, "Hot and dry conditions are expected across J&K in the coming days. People are advised to follow all administration and traffic advisories strictly." Sharing the forecast details, he said, "April 26 will remain generally dry with chances of a brief spell of light rain or thundershowers at isolated places towards afternoon. From April 27 to 30, the weather will stay largely dry. Dry conditions are also likely on May 1, while there is a possibility of light rain or thundershower at isolated places on May 2 and 3,...

Pakistan violated the ceasefire along the Line of Control in the Kashmir valley by resorting to unprovoked firing, a defence official said on Saturday and added the army responded appropriately. "On the night of April 25-26, unprovoked small firing was carried out by multiple Pakistan Army posts all across the Line of Control (LoC) in Kashmir," the Srinagar-based defence official said. He said army troops responded to the ceasefire violations appropriately with small arms. "No casualties have been reported," he added.–(PTI)

Three more houses of LeT terrorists have been demolished in three districts of South Kashmir on Saturday, who are suspected to have involvement in Pahalgam attack. Official sources told GNS that a house belonging to terrorist Ehsan Ul Haq Sheikh of Muran Pulwama was demolished by the authorities yesterday late night. Similarly, in Kulgam the house of terrorist Zakir Ahmad Gania( Active Since 2023) was destroyed with a blast in Matalhama. In Shopian, house of terrorist Shahid Ahmad Kutay was also destroyed in Chotipora. He is active since 2002. Yesterday, houses of two terrorists Asif Ahmad Sheikh Tral and Adil Thoker Bijbhera were demolished after their involvement in Pahalgam attack came to fore.(GNS)

In the wake of the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, the Jammu Kashmir government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, has launched an urgent outreach mission to reassure and assist J&K residents living outside the region. As part of this initiative, senior ministers have been deputed to various states to meet with students, businesspeople, and other community members from J&K. On the Chief Minister's directions, Minister Satish Sharma will be available in Dehradun, Uttarakhand on April 26 to interact with residents of J-K and address any concerns regarding their safety and well-being. “In view of the directions of the Hon’ble Chief Minister, J&K, Jenab Omar Abdullah sahb, I am available in Dehradun, Uttarakhand on 26.04.2025 to meet students, business c...

A wooden bridge in the Machkani Wangath area of central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district was partially damaged after being set ablaze by unidentified individuals during the night hours, residents told The Kashmiriyat on Friday. The bridge, which connects Gagadbal to surrounding areas, is crucial for hundreds of villagers who use it daily to reach schools, markets, and medical facilities. Its destruction has thrown normal life into disarray, leaving residents cut off and distressed. “This bridge is the only way for our children to get to school and for us to access health care and daily necessities,” said Ghulam Rasool, a local resident. “We have no alternative route, and now we are forced to take dangerous paths through the forest.” Residents said they woke up to smoke and flames c...

Danishwar Hameed Acting on the directions of Deputy Commissioner Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan, Tehsildar Kulgam along with the Executive Officer of Municipal Committee Kulgam visited the site at Main Town Kulgam and halted ongoing illegal construction work on Thursday. The action comes after repeated complaints by residents regarding blatant violations of the Ribbon Development Act (RD Act) in both Town "A" (Main Town Kulgam) and Town "B" (Chawalgam). Locals have been raising concerns over the past few months, urging authorities to step in and enforce the law. The site visit led to immediate cessation of the unauthorized construction, signaling a strong response from the district administration to prevent further encroachments and ensure proper urban planning. Despite the recent in...

The recent attack in Pahalgam has sent shockwaves throughout the region, leaving a trail of fear and unrest among Kashmiri students living in different parts of India. As tensions rise, numerous reports of harassment, threats, and violent incidents against Kashmiri students have surfaced, particularly in states like Uttarakhand, where right-wing activists have openly called for the expulsion of Kashmiri students. Kashmiri students, who have been pursuing their education away from home, are now in the grip of fear, and many have been forced to return to Kashmir due to growing concerns over their safety. Hundreds of students have fled back to their homes, fearing further attacks and harassment in an atmosphere of growing hostility. Many have expressed the emotional toll of the situation, ...

A Srinagar-based lawyer, Advocate Aamir Masoodi, has approached the Police Station seeking the registration of an FIR against the management of SKIE Classes, a coaching centre located in Parraypora, Srinagar, for allegedly making false claims regarding a student's success in the JEE 2025 examination. In his written complaint addressed to the Station House Officer, Police Station Sadar, Advocate Masoodi has accused the institute of deceiving the public by announcing through advertisements and social media that a girl student scored 99.84 percentile in the JEE 2025. He alleged that upon verification, the claim turned out to be false, with the student reportedly securing only 73 per cent, which does not meet the qualification criteria for the exam. "The coaching centre has used this ...