Category: Kashmir

  • 30-year-old found dead under suspicious circumstances in….

    30-year-old found dead under suspicious circumstances in….

    Doda, Feb 13: A 30-year-old man was found hanging from a tree under suspicious circumstances in Mandir Mohalla area of Parshollah in Doda district on Friday, officials said.Officials said that the deceased was identified as Bashir Ahmed, a resident of Breswana, Tehsil Mohalla.The exact cause of his death is yet to be determined. An inquest…

  • No Major Weather Activity Till….

    No Major Weather Activity Till….

    Srinagar, Feb 13. The weather across Jammu and Kashmir is expected to remain generally cloudy with the possibility of light snowfall at isolated higher reaches, according to the latest forecast. Officials said that while overcast conditions will prevail in several parts of the Union Territory, there is no forecast of any significant rain or snowfall…

  • Man, Facing Financial Issues, Kills Parents During Argument in….

    Man, Facing Financial Issues, Kills Parents During Argument in….

    Bengaluru:Police on Thursday said a man allegedly killed his parents here following an altercation over a financial matter.Rohan Chandra Bhat (33), a tech professional, reportedly stabbed his parents, Naveen Chandra Bhat (60), a retired Navy captain, and his wife, Dr Shyamala Bhat (55), a dentist, at their residence on Wednesday.According to Whitefield DCP Saidulu Adavath,…

  • Court Awards ₹28.08 Lakh Fine, One-Year Jail in 2019 Cheque Bounce Case

    Court Awards ₹28.08 Lakh Fine, One-Year Jail in 2019 Cheque Bounce Case

    Awantipora, Feb 12: The Court of Additional Special Mobile Magistrate Awantipora on Thursday convicted two persons in a cheque bounce case dating back to 2019 and sentenced them to one year of simple imprisonment along with a fine of ₹28,08,000. The case, titled Mukhtar Ahmad Sheikh versus Ess Kay Filling Station and another, was decided…

  • One child d£ad in Srinagar after heavy tree falls on him

    One child d£ad in Srinagar after heavy tree falls on him

    Srinagar, Feb 12 A tragic incident occurred in the Parimpora area of Srinagar on Thursday after two minor boys were critically injured when heavy tree logs reportedly fell on them, resulting in the death of one child and leaving the other battling for life. Officials said the incident took place when stacked timber logs suddenly…

  • weather update

    weather update

    Overall, no major Rain/Snow forecast over entire J&K till 24th February. 12th Feb:Generally dry13th Feb:Generally cloudy with possibility of light snow at isolated higher reaches.14-16th Feb:Generally dry till 16 evening with possibility of light snow at isolated higher reaches towards 16th night.17th Feb:Generally cloudy with light rain/snow at isolated places.18-21st Feb: Generally dry22-24th Feb: Generally…

  • Daily Wagers from Multiple Departments Protest in Srinagar, Seek Regularization, Announce March to NC Office on Feb 16

    Daily Wagers from Multiple Departments Protest in Srinagar, Seek Regularization, Announce March to NC Office on Feb 16

    Srinagar, Feb 12. Daily wagers and casual labourers from various government departments on Thursday staged a protest at Sher-i-Kashmir Park in Srinagar, demanding immediate regularization of their services. Scores of workers, accompanied by their children, gathered inside the park and raised slogans seeking justice and a clear policy decision from the government. Protesters were seen…

  • Man Rescued After Jumping into Dal Lake in Srinagar

    Man Rescued After Jumping into Dal Lake in Srinagar

    Srinagar, Feb 12: An unidentified person was rescued after he jumped into Srinagar’s Dal Lake on Thursday, prompting swift action by locals who pulled him to safety and handed him over to the police. According to reports, the incident occurred near the busy Dalgate stretch, drawing the attention of passersby and inhabitants. Locals immediately responded…

  • Gold And Silver Prices Continue Upward Trend: Check Rates On February 12

    Gold And Silver Prices Continue Upward Trend: Check Rates On February 12

    Gold and silver prices have continued to rise this week. Silver prices increased by Rs 10,000 to Rs 2.63 lakh per kg, while gold increased by Rs 1,000 to Rs 1.59 lakh per 10 grams, according to India Bullions.On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures for April were down by Rs 725, a fall…

  • Late-night fire at Sariabal damages textile shop

    Late-night fire at Sariabal damages textile shop

    Srinagar, Feb 12: A fire incident reported from Sariabal area of downtown Srinagar late Wednesday evening caused severe damage to a textile shop, while prompt action by the Fire and Emergency Services prevented the blaze from spreading to adjoining structures.Officials said the fire broke out in a textile outlet operating under the name Bombay Textiles…