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Apr242025 by News DeskNo Comments

All-party meet in wake of Pahalgam attack begins at SKICC

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The all-party meeting convened by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah in the wake of Pahalgam terror attack is underway at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC). As per details available with news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) CM Omar Abdullah arrived at the SKICC today afternoon. The meeting is being held to discuss and deliberate on the Pahalgam terror attack that left 26 tourists including a local horse ride operator dead and many injured. Meanwhile, security has been heightened in and around the SKICC in view of the all-party meeting. The meeting is being attended by National Conference president Farooq Abdullah, leader of opposition and J&K BJP president Sunil Sharna, CPI(M) leader MY Tarigami, JKPCC president Tariq Hameed Karra, PDP president Mehboo...

Apr242025 by News DeskNo Comments

Kashmir’s tourism remains steady: Gulmarg Gandola saw 9600 bookings in 2 days, say officials

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Even as the tragic attack in Pahalgam stunned the region, Kashmir’s tourism sector has shown remarkable resilience, with thousands of tourists continuing to explore the Valley’s famed landscapes. From Sonamarg to Doodhpathri and the snow-covered slopes of Gulmarg, tourist movement remains strong, defying concerns of a mass exodus. Director Tourism, Raja Yaqoob, told the news agency Kashmir News Trust that the ground reality stands in stark contrast to some media reports suggesting widespread departures. “We currently have more than 1,300 tourists in Srinagar. Yesterday, over 5,000 people rode the Gondola in Gulmarg. Today, 4,683 tourists booked tickets for the ride. This shows that confidence in Kashmir’s tourism circuit is intact,” he said. Tour operators also confirmed that b...

Apr242025 by News DeskNo Comments

Army man killed in ongoing Udhampur encounter

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A soldier lost his life in an ongoing gunfight between terrorists and security forces in the Basantgarh area of Udhampur on Thursday. An Army official told news agency JKNS that based on specific intelligence, a joint operation was launched with Jammu Kashmir Police in the area. “Contact was established and a fierce firefight ensued,” the official said. During the initial exchange of fire, one soldier sustained grievous injuries. Despite best efforts by the medical team, he later succumbed. The official added that the operation remains underway and further details will be shared as the situation evolves. (JKNS)

Apr242025 by News DeskNo Comments

Kashmiri student assaulted in Punjab, Hindutva group issues threat in Uttarakhand

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Meer Irfan Kashmiri students studying outside the Kashmir region, hav reported harassment, threats, and physical assault from some parts of India. Images shared with The Kashmiriyat from Punjab show a youth—pursuing BSc Nursing at Gian Sagar Medical College, Banur, Chandigarh—injured in his back after being assaulted by a group of non-local students. The student, a resident of Sopore in north Kashmir, was reportedly attacked inside his flat. "Around 3 AM, they came to our flat. They were abusing us. We requested them not to do it. But they pulled one of my friends out and beat him so badly... we were helpless," said Bhat, his roommate. "They were more than ten, all from Haryana." Meanwhile, in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, Kashmiri students have been asked to vacate their rented a...

Apr232025 by News DeskNo Comments

‘Don’t kill innocents’: Kashmiri man died pulling strangers out of terror in Pahalgam

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A crowd of mourners gathered at Adil Hussain Shah’s residence in Hapatnar, Anantnag, their cries echoing through the narrow lanes. Some tried to console the grieving, while others stood in stunned silence. Adil’s family clutched his photographs tightly as his lifeless body arrived home. Among the hundreds at his funeral was former Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, standing shoulder to shoulder with the community in mourning. Adil, a 27-year-old labourer, worked with horses at tourist sites in Pahalgam. He didn’t own a horse himself but made a modest living helping manage pony rides for visitors. He was the eldest of six siblings—three sisters and two younger brothers—and the sole breadwinner of the family. He is survived by his elderly parents and his young wife, who now waits silently, her...

Apr232025 by News DeskNo Comments

Pahalgam attack: India halts Indus Waters Treaty, Expels Pakistani military personnel

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In a sharp escalation following a recent terrorist attack, India announced a series of stringent measures against Pakistan, aimed at holding Islamabad accountable for its alleged support of cross-border terrorism. The decisions were taken by the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) and were conveyed to the media by Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri in New Delhi. One of the most significant moves is the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, signed in 1960 between the two countries. “Recognising the seriousness of this terrorist attack, the CCS has decided that the Indus Waters Treaty will be held in abeyance with immediate effect,” Misri said. He added that the suspension will continue until Pakistan "credibly and irrevocably abjures its support for cross-border terrorism." India has als...

Apr232025 by News DeskNo Comments

Jammu Kashmir Police announces ₹20 lakh reward for leads in Pahalgam terror attack

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In a significant move to crack down on the perpetrators of the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, the Jammu Kashmir Police have announced a cash reward of ₹20 lakh for any credible information leading to the neutralization of the terrorists involved. As per an official reward poster issued by Anantnag Police, as per news agency JKNS reads, the reward pertains to the cowardly terrorist attack on civilians at Baisaran, Pahalgam, Anantnag district on April 22, 2025. The attack, which has been registered under FIR No. 25/2025 at Pahalgam Police Station, resulted in the tragic deaths of 26 civilians. The police have assured that the identity of anyone providing information will be kept strictly confidential. Citizens with any information can contact the authorities through the follow...

Apr232025 by News DeskNo Comments

Fire erupts in Rainawari Srinagar, Fire tenders on job

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Fire broke out in Goripora Rainawari area of Central Kashmir's Srinagar district on Wednesday. Officials told GNS that a fire erupted today from one of the houses and soon engulfed other houses in the vicinity. At least four houses were reported to be involved in the fire incident. Soon, F&ES Rainawari and Babadem reached the affected area. As this story was being filed, fire was being brought under control. No loss of life or injury was reported in this incident. More details awaited. - (GNS)

Apr232025 by News DeskNo Comments

‘People have died and they’re instigating community vs community’: Srinagar residents protest against ‘biased’ reportage

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Local citizenry in summer capital Srinagar on Wednesday countered several media channels for biased reportage, the potential of stoking communal tensions, and misrepresenting the situation, in the backdrop of Pahalgam attack. Reports reaching news agency Kashmir Bulletin said that reporters of several media channels, who are here in Kashmir to cover the situation in the backdrop of Pahalgam attack, were countered by locals in Lal Chowk, for giving a twist to the facts and impending situation. Raising slogans 'Godi Media Hayie Hayie' and 'Godi Media Murdabad', the locals interrupted the reporting over alleged 'misrepresentation of facts'. The locals demanded from the reporters to stop airing views which can potentially escalate the communal tensions in Kashmir. "They have been comm...

Apr232025 by News DeskNo Comments

Rain, gusty winds expected in parts of Kashmir: MeT

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The Meteorological Department has issued a fresh weather advisory for the Kashmir region, forecasting a brief spell of light rain and thundershowers accompanied by thunder and gusty winds in the next one to two hours. According to the department, areas likely to be affected include Uri, Gulmarg, Tangmarg, Srinagar, Bandipora, parts of Banihal, Dal Lake, and adjoining localities. In view of the expected weather, officials have urged the public to temporarily suspend Shikara rides and boating activities in and around Dal Lake and other water bodies until conditions improve.