Category: Kashmir
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Bear attack leaves two persons critically injured in…..
Uri, Apr 08 : Two persons sustained critical injuries after a bear attack in the Madian area of Kamalkote in north Kashmir’s Uri on Wednesday afternoon. An official told GNS that one of the injured has been identified as Syed Sharafat Hussain, son of Syed Irshad Hussain and a resident of Madian Tangar, while the…
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Iran–US Ceasefire Omar Abdullah Questions Gains After 39-Day Conflict
Srinagar, April 8. Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday questioned the outcome of the Iran–United States ceasefire, asking what the US achieved after nearly 39 days of conflict. Reacting to the development, Abdullah said the ceasefire allows reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, which he noted was already “open and freely available”…
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Govt doubles 5-kg LPG cylinder quota to ease supply concerns amid Hormuz tensions
New Delhi, Apr 7: The government has doubled the daily quota of market-priced 5-kg LPG cylinders for migrant workers as part of a broader push to stabilise fuel supplies amid disruptions linked to tensions around the Strait of Hormuz.Unlike the subsidised 14.2-kg cylinders that are used in household kitchens for cooking, the 5-kg bottles are…
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US, Iran agree to…..
Washington, Apr 8: The US has agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran proposed by Pakistan, President Donald Trump announced 90 minutes before his deadline to wipe out civilisation from the West Asian nation was to end.Trump made the dramatic announcement on Truth Social on Tuesday evening (US time) even as Democrats called for his…
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NH-44 Closed at Shalgadi, Banihal After Massive Landslide
A massive landslide at Shalgadi in Banihal has led to the closure of NH-44, leaving thousands of passengers and heavy motor vehicles stranded on the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway. Clearance operations are currently underway, with authorities working to restore traffic at the earliest.
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Two PWD Officials Arrested in bribe case at….
Baramulla, April 7: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Tuesday arrested two officials of PWD (R&B) Mechanical Division, North Kashmir, Baramulla, in a trap case for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of ₹13,000 for release of payment, officials said. The arrested officials have been identified as Mushtaq Ahmad, Senior Assistant, and Farooq…
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A Strong Western disturbance is currently affecting the Jammu and Kashmir
Moderate to heavy rain showers is expected over most parts of Jammu and Kashmir with very heavy rain showers is possible over plains of Jammu during next 24hrs. Fresh snowfall is possible over upper reaches including Sinthan top, Margan top , Pir ki Gali, Sadhna top, Razdan top and other upper reaches during above period.…
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Highway Shut After Massive Landslide Hits….
Ramban, April 7: A massive landslide struck the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) between Digdol and Khooni Nallah on Tuesday, blocking the road completely and leading to suspension of traffic, officials said. The landslide deposited large amounts of debris on the highway, rendering the stretch impassable and disrupting vehicular movement along the key route connecting Kashmir…
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Fake LPG Messages Used to Steal Banking Details, Cyber Alert Issued
Srinagar, April 7. Authorities have issued a cyber alert warning the public about fake LPG payment and KYC update messages being circulated to trick users into sharing sensitive banking details. The fraudulent messages, often containing malicious links, are designed to appear legitimate and prompt users to take immediate action. Officials said such links may redirect…
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Forgery Case Registered in Sonamarg as Drive Targets Illegal Tourist Services
Ganderbal, April 7 : Police in Sonamarg on Tuesday booked a man for allegedly operating with a forged license during an ongoing drive against unauthorized service providers in the tourist area, officials said. The action was taken as part of a special enforcement drive aimed at regulating tourist-related activities and ensuring compliance with the law…