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Setting the stage for a high-stakes electoral battle, Jammu & Kashmir Peoples Conference president Sajad Gani Lone on Wednesday filed his nomination papers for Baramulla Lok Sabha segment. Accompanied by the party’s top leaders, Lone filed his nomination papers before returning officer for Baramulla Lok Sabha seat, Minga Sherpa. Lone filed his nomination paper in a low—key manner. Sources in Peoples Conference told news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that Lone had directed the party workers to desist from holding any rally or gathering in Baramulla town today in view of the floods in north Kashmir. Lone would be locked in a direct contest with former Chief Minister and National Conference vice—president Omar Abdullah, even as other candidates like Fayaz Ahmad Mir (PDP) ...

Amid forecast for mainly dry weather by the end of this week, night temperature recorded an increase but hovered below normal in Jammu Kashmir on Wednesday. A meteorological department official here said that generally dry weather with afternoon thundershower activity is expected at a few places from May 1-5. Light rains with thunders at scattered places have been forecast from May 6-7, he said. Regarding rainfall in last 24 hours till 0830 AM today, he said, Srinagar received 1.6mm, Qazigund 5.4mm, Pahalgam 16.3mm, Kupwara 1.5mm, Kokernag 15.4mm, Gulmarg 16.0mm, Jammu 0.2mm, Banihal 2.4mm, Batote 1.9mm, and Bhadarwah 5.8mm. The incessant rains from the last several days led to waterlogging on several roads and inundated many low-lying areas, reports said. Regarding night te...

Amidst the road closures at several places due to adverse weather conditions in Kashmir, stranded tourists are finding support from people here as they enjoy their visit to the valley. People of Srinagar have showing hospitality to tourists facing uncertainties due to the road blockades. They are extending a helping hand to ensure the comfort and well-being of their guests. Expressing their gratitude, tourists stranded in Srinagar, speaking with the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), hailed the kindness and generosity of locals. “We may be stuck here, but the warmth and hospitality of the people have made our unexpected stay much more bearable,” remarked a tourist, Mukesh Kumar, at the iconic Dal Lake. Authorities, in collaboration with locals, have been working tirelessl...

The Election Comission of India has deferred the election dates for Anantnag- Rajouri seat. According to the late notification, the polls for the Lok Sabha constituency have been postponed from May 7 to May 25, 2024. Details rushing in.

A tragedy has struck Pernote village of Jammu and Kashmir’s Ramban district where 74 families were forced to leave their belongings and homes on the mercy of God without knowing what will happen to them in the near future. Their houses have been completely damaged after a six to seven kilometer long portion of a mountain is continuously sinking leading to excessive damage to the property and ecology. According to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), 74 families with over 500 souls have been directly affected by the sinking and most of the families have been relocated to community hall in Maitra area of Ramban and some have been placed in a safer place in the Pernote area in tents. But as the rain continues, these tents were damaged and those people are also being relocated to...

National Conference President Farooq Abdullah on Monday urged people to remain cautious of the Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) when they come to vote on polling day. According to him, there is a risk that votes intended for one party may be registered for another. As per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), addressing a rally here, the NC patriarch recounted how a friend from Karnataka shared a video showing his experience inside a polling booth. Even while pressing the EVM, there was neither a response nor any light emanating from the machine. "It is very much possible that the officers would use those votes for some other party. Therefore, I urge you all to stay cautious and not to leave the polling booth before properly verifying whether the machine is in working conditio...

As heavy rainfall drenched the valley, several areas of Srinagar city, including the iconic Boulevard, have been inundated, prompting concerns among locals and paediatricians alike. Paediatricians and residents have criticised the Smart City initiative, citing its alleged contribution to the transformation of parts of Srinagar into virtual water pools. Expressing dismay, locals from different parts of Srinagar city told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that the continuous downpour since Sunday has turned streets into streams, making it difficult to carry out daily activities. The authorities need to take immediate action to address this issue. Basit, a local from Nowhatta said, "We feel like we're walking on rivers, as the roads have been waterlogged in almost every par...

As the rain has stopped in Kashmir, the water level at Ram Munshi Bagh and Pampore gauges have touched the flood declaration mark. The officials, however, said that water level will recede in next two hours and there was no need to panic. Chief Engineer Irrigation and Flood Control (I&FC) department Kashmir Naresh Kumar told news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that water level in Jhelum at Sangam of South Kashmir has already started receding, but the increasing trend in water level in Central part of Jhelum will remain atleast for next two hours after that it will recede too. "The peak water volume from South has already reached Central water bodies in Kashmir. Although water level at Ram Munshi Bagh and Pampore has touched flood declaration mark, the water level will rece...

In anticipation of adverse weather conditions, Anantnag Police has launched an emergency helpline service to aid the public during emergencies. The following cell numbers have been provided for immediate assistance: - SSP ANANTNAG: 9596777666 - SP HQRS ANANTNAG: 9596777662 - DYSP DAR ANANTNAG: 9596777663 - SDPO PAHALGAM: 9596777671 - SDPO BIJBEHARA: 9697776669 - SDPO KOKERNAG: 9596777665 - SDPO ACHABAL: 9596777658 - DYSP PC SRIGUFWARA: 9596777664 - SHO ANANTNAG: 9596777621 - SHO ACHABAL: 9596777626 - SHO AISHMUQAM: 9596777624 - SHO BIJBEHARA: 9596777622 - SHO SRIGUFWARA: 9596779828 - SHO PAHALGAM: 9596777625 - SHO MATTAN: 9596777623 - SHO KOKERNAG: 9596777628 - SHO LARNOO: 9596777634 - SHO DOORU: 9596777627 - SHO UTTRASOO: 9596777...

Bhat Yasir A residential house collapsed in Uri subdistrict of north Kashmir's Baramulla district. Officials told The Kashmiriyat that on Monday afternoon, a residential house collapsed in the Bujthalan Boniyar area of north Kashmir area burying alive the inmates. They said that the inmates were rescued by the teams of Jammu Kashmir Police and the admin, who immediately rushed to the spot. "So far, seven persons have been rescued, one of whom had suffered injuries," the official said. He said that the rescue operation is still underway. Pertinently, rains and snow have lashed the Kashmir valley causing several landslides and flashfloods. Rivers across the valley are witnessing a rise in the water levels. Jhelum is swelling in its size as it's tributaries continue to wi...