REGIONAL

An army trooper was injured in a sniper attack by Pakistani troops along the line of control (LoC) in the Keran sector of north Kashmir's Kupwara district. Official sources told News Agency Kashmir Scroll that the Pakistani army fired a sniper shot at an Indian army post in the Keran sector on Friday evening. The sniper shot left a trooper, Sourav Kumar, wounded in his left chest. Sources said that the injured soldier was airlifted to the army’s 92-base hospital in Srinagar for specialized treatment. Sources further said that the condition of the soldier is out of danger and stable. (KS)

In a bid to preempt potential pro-Palestine protests, the authorities took significant measures in Srinagar, with the historic Jamia Masjid once again closed for Friday congregation prayers. Additionally, the renowned Kashmiri Shia Muslim preacher, Agha Syed Mohammed Hadi Kashmiri, was placed under house detention to prevent him from leading these demonstrations. The closure of Jamia Masjid for the second consecutive week was made as a precautionary measure to thwart any potential protests in solidarity with Palestine. This historic mosque has played a significant role in the socio-political landscape of Srinagar for decades. Agha Syed Mohammed Hadi Kashmiri, known for his influential leadership, was slated to lead protests in support of the Palestinian people from Bemina in Sr...

Three persons were killed when a vehicle they were traveling in skidded off the road and fell into a gorge in Kishtwar district on Friday. Official sources told GNS that the Alto car (Jk06B- I909) met with the accident near Kandni Kishtwar this afternoon, leading to the death of three persons. They have been identified as Madan Lal of Sarror, Rakesh Kumar of Badano Thatri, and Dhyan Singh of Gandho. Confirming it, a police official told GNS that a case has been registered and an investigation taken up. (GNS)

Dr G V Sundeep Chakravarthy today assumed the charge as Senior Superintendent of Police Anantnag. According to a statement, issued to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) an his arrival, he was warmly received by senior police officers of the district and guard of honour was also presented. The statement reads that the outgoing SSP Ashish Mishra IPS, handed over the baton to the new incumbent in a brief but impressive function. "On assuming the charge the new incumbent held introductory meeting with police officers of the district and impressed upon officers to work with dedication and enthusiasm to mitigate problems faced by community members," it reads—(KNO)

A marriage function took an unfortunate turn when twelve individuals fell ill after consuming Wazwaan, a traditional Kashmiri cuisine. Sources told News Agency Kashmir Scroll that the incident occurred in the Singapora area of Baramulla, leaving the attendees hospitalized and requiring advanced treatment at GMC Baramulla. According to sources, the affected individuals began experiencing health issues shortly after consuming the Wazwaan. It is suspected that the food may have been contaminated, resulting in food poisoning. However, it is worth mentioning that all of the individuals who fell ill are currently in stable condition after receiving medical attention at GMC Baramulla. Meanwhile, a police officer told News Agency Kashmir Scroll that upon hearing of this incident, the poli...

A man impersonating as an IAS officer was arrested for defrauding local residents in central Kashmir Budgam district, police said on Thursday. In a statement issued to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) a spokesperson said that police received a complaint from one Ghulam Hassan about an alleged impersonation scam. The statement reads that the applicant accused an Ayush Koul, also known as Vicky of Rajbagh, Srinagar, of posing as an IAS officer and defrauding him of Rs 6.5 lakh under the pretext of securing government employment for the applicant’s son. “A case FIR No. 302/2023 was registered under sections 419 and 420 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) in police station Budgam. During the investigation, the primary suspect, Ayush Koul, was apprehended. It was revealed that Ko...

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is affecting both young and elderly populations in Kashmir, leading many to seek medical attention in hospitals. RSV, a common cause of respiratory tract infections in infants and young children, often comes with symptoms similar to those of a common cold. Dr Nisar Ul Hassan, an influenza expert and President of the Doctors Association of Kashmir (DAK), informed the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that the respiratory flu season in Kashmir typically begins in October. He said this year, there is a triple virus threat consisting of RSV, influenza, and Covid-19, with Covid-19 having become a seasonal virus. “Symptoms of RSV include a stuffy or runny nose, persistent coughing for up to three weeks, and noisy breathing, sometimes accompanied b...

At least seven shops were allegedly sealed at Budshah Chowk Srinagar during last night by the Waqf Board on a “rent issue”, prompting other shopkeepers of the area to close their shops in order to rally behind their counterparts. As per the news agency CNS, one of the shopkeepers said that they were not issued any prior notice and their shops were sealed by the Waqf Board on an intervening night of Wednesday and Thursday. “We have been paying the rent and the case [pertaining to giving of rent] is sub-judice at the moment. There has been no directions from the Court to seal the shops and they (Waqf Board) have done it on its own,” he added. The shopkeepers said they have been paying all their previous rents but are against the Waqf Board’s decision of hiking the rent by a disproporti...

The Counter-intelligence Kashmir (CIK) is conducting raids at multiple locations in Kashmir, officials said today. Official sources told News Agency Kashmir Scroll that raids are being conducted at different locations in Kashmir. They said that the raids are being conducted in a militant recruitment case. They said that CIK sleuths carried simultaneous searches at all these locations. Details emerging.(KS)

The Jammu Kashmir admin on Wednesday relieved SSP Srinagar Rakesh Balwal and Ashish Kumar Mishra will be new SSP Srinagar. "In pursuance of the approval of Competent Authority for pre-mature repatriation of Shri Rakesh Balwal, IPS (MA:2012) from AGMUT Cadre, to his parent cadre i.e. Manipur cadre, the Officer is relieved from the Union territory of Jammu Kashmir, to enable him to join his parent cadre." Reads the order issued by RK Goyal , a copy of which lies with News Agency Kashmir Scroll. "Ashish Kumar Mishra, IPS (AGMUT:13), Senior Superintendent of Police, Anantnag is transferred and posted as Senior Superintendent of Police, Srinagar," reads the order. "Shri G.V. Sundeep Chakravarthy. IPS (AGMUT:14), AIG (CIV) Police Headquarters, is transferred and posted as Senior Superin...