Category: Kashmir
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Teen electrocuted atop train at Budgam railway station succumbs to injuries
Srinagar, Jan 26: The 16-year-old boy who was critically injured after suffering an electric shock while taking photographs atop a train at Budgam railway station recently has succumbed to his injuries at SMHS Hospital here on Monday, officials said. The deceased has been identified as Reyan Ahamed, son of Shameem Ahmad Dar, a resident of…
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Any lapse in snow clearance will invite strict action: Dy CM Surinder Choudhary
Srinagar, Jan 25: Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Sunday said that any lapse in the snow clearance process will be dealt with strictly, asserting that the government is accountable to the people and will not tolerate negligence by officials during the winter season. The Deputy Chief Minister said he is personally on the ground…
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KPDCL restores Power Supply across Kashmir after Severe Weather Spell
SRINAGAR, JANUARY 25: Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Ltd. (KPDCL) today informed the successful and complete restoration of the power supply network across the Kashmir Valley following a severe spell of gusty winds and heavy snowfall that caused widespread damage to electrical infrastructure. The adverse weather conditions resulted in extensive damage to HT/LT networks, Distribution Transformers…
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Darsgah gutted in massive fire at Turkawangam Shopian
Shopian, Jan 25 : A Darsgah was gutted in a massive fire that broke out in the Turkawangam area of Shopian district on Sunday, causing extensive damage to the religious structure. Officials said that soon after the fire erupted, teams from the Fire and Emergency Services rushed to the spot. Police personnel and locals also…
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Traffic Halted on Jammu–Srinagar NH-44 Due to Frosty Conditions
Srinagar, Jan 26: Vehicular movement on the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) was temporarily suspended on Monday due to frosty and slippery road conditions, particularly along the Kharpura to Railway Bypass stretch near Banihal. SSP Traffic NH, Raja Adil Hamid, told news agency Kashmir News Corner, that vehicles were getting stuck due to the icy surface,…
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Man Buried Alive as Snow Slides Off Rooftop in South Kashmir
SRINAGAR: A potentially fatal incident was narrowly averted in the Heerpora area of Shopian district when a massive heap of snow suddenly slid off a rooftop and buried a man standing below, officials said on Sunday. The incident occurred within seconds, leaving the man completely trapped under heavy snow with no time to react. The…
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Light Snowfall Causes Minor Delays, Flight Operations Continue at Srinagar Airport
Srinagar, Jan 25 : Three flights operating to and from Srinagar Airport were cancelled on Sunday due to a NOTAM in force at Delhi Airport, officials said. According to a passenger advisory issued by airport authorities, the cancellations were not linked to local operational shutdown but were caused by restrictions imposed at Delhi Airport. Passengers…
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Sopore Police Secure Convictions in Three Underage Driving Cases, Vehicle Registrations Suspended for 12 Months, Parents Held Accountable
Baramulla, Jan 25. Sopore Police have secured convictions in three separate cases of underage driving, reinforcing strict enforcement of traffic laws and parental accountability within Police District Sopore. Officials said three motor vehicles bearing registration numbers JK05P-5708, JK05N-1830, and JK05K-2552 were found being driven by minors without valid driving licences or documents. The vehicles were…
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Driver Found D€ad in….
Baramulla, Jan 24: A driver was found dead near the Palhallan area of Pattan in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district, officials said. Police from Police Post Palhallan rushed to the spot immediately after receiving information and took cognizance of the incident. Initial proceedings were carried out at the site, following which legal formalities were initiated to…
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NOTAM, unfavourable weather force cancellation of few flights at Srinagar airport
Srinagar, Jan 24: Authorities at Srinagar Airport on Saturday announced the cancellation of some flights arriving at and departing from the airport, largely due to a NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) in force at Delhi Airport, officials said.According to officials, most flights have been cancelled due to the NOTAM at Delhi Airport, while the remaining ones…