Month: October 2023

NC leader Omar Abdullah accuses BJP of trying to bury democracy in J&K with sham elections

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NC leader Omar Abdullah accuses BJP of trying to bury democracy in J&K with sham elections

Former Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah dared the BJP to conduct polls in the Union Territory saying there was a growing anger amongst the public. Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah came down heavily on the Bharatiya Janata Party on Friday on the issue of conducting polls in Union territory saying the people were suffering as they were being denied their right to an elected government, adding that there is a growing public anger. “Today, when we are told almost everyday that the situation is far improved.…

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US, UK express support for Canada in diplomatic row with India

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US, UK express support for Canada in diplomatic row with India

Washington takes Canada’s allegations seriously, joined by London, urging India to cooperate in the murder probe. Western powers cautious in condemnation. The United States and Britain on Friday urged New Delhi not to insist on Canada’s reducing its diplomatic presence in India and expressed concern after Ottawa pulled out 41 diplomats amid a dispute over the murder of a Sikh separatist. Canada has alleged Indian involvement in the June murder in a Vancouver suburb of Canadian citizen and Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, whom India called a “terrorist.” India…

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Deadly road accidents in Jhajjar Kotli, Kishtwar, claim 7 lives

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Deadly road accidents in Jhajjar Kotli claim 7 lives

Seven persons Friday were killed in two separate accidents at Jhajjarkotli on Srinagar Jammu National Highway and near Kandni area of Kishtwar. Four persons lost their lives in Jhajjar Kotli accident in the morning while three persons died in Kishtwar accident. Police sources said at around 2.30 am on Friday, a Jammu-bound apple-laden truck met with an accident in Jhajjar Kotli, an area of Jammu on the Srinagar Jammu National Highway, resulting in the death of four persons, including the driver and his helper, on the spot. Giving details, a…

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Trudeau: World should be worried about India’s actions

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Trudeau: World should be worried about India's actions

Canada on Friday withdrew 41 diplomats from India days after New Delhi insisted on their removal alleging interference in internal affairs. Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has said by revoking diplomatic immunity to 40 diplomats, India contravened a very basic principle of diplomacy. Continuing his tirade against India on Friday, he said India violated the Vienna Convention rules and all countries in the world should be worried about the move. He also broached the subject of the murder of Khalistan terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. He also said New Delhi was…

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Auqaf Market Shopkeepers Protest Against Waqf Board Action

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Auqaf Market Shopkeepers Protest Against Waqf Board Action

Clear laibilities OR Vacate Waqf Shops Sealing of shops was done in an illegal manner as the case pertaining to payment of rent is still sub-judice Scores of shopkeepers at Auqaf Market in city centre staged protest against sealing of shops by the Waqf board Firdous Ahmad, who heads Auqaf Market, said the Waqf officials sealed six shops in the market late Wednesday evening. “The whole market was closed when the officials sealed the shops. It was done in an illegal manner as the case pertaining to payment of rent is…

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Jammu Residents Hit Streets over Smart Meters, allege ‘Inflated’ Bills

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Jammu Residents Hit Streets over Smart Meters, allege ‘Inflated’ Bills

The government has informed that of the total 20 lakh smart meters, over five lakh have been installed so far in Jammu and Kashmir even as a major demonstration against the move took place even on Thursday in the Karan Bagh area. Power Development Department Principal Secretary H Rajesh Prasad said 15 lakh more meters would be installed in the UT. Due to the demonstration, the vehicular movement in several areas, including RS Pura, Satwari and Chatha, remained blocked for hours. Protesters raised slogans against the government over smart meters…

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Biden: Hamas and Vladimir Putin Aim to Destabilize Neighboring Democracies

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Biden: Hamas and Vladimir Putin Aim to Destabilize Neighboring Democracies

Joe Biden said that he would ask Congress on Friday to approve massive funding to help Ukraine and Israel. In an address to the nation from the Oval Office, US President Joe Biden on Friday said Hamas and Russia are both out to “annihilate” democracies. “The terror and tyranny of Hamas and Putin represent different threats, but they both want to completely annihilate a neighboring democracy,” Biden said. Biden said that If international aggression continues, then “conflict and chaos could spread in other parts of the world.” The US president said…

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Heart-Healthy Habits for Winter: Doctors Stress Reducing Salt, Sugar

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Heart-Healthy Habits for Winter: Doctors Stress Reducing Salt, Sugar

Winter Heart Health: Doctors Urge People to Reduce Salt and Sugar Intake Health experts have urged people to reduce salt and sugar intake as a preventive measure against heart attacks, especially during the cold winter months. They said low temperatures lead to the constriction of arteries, increasing the risk of heart attacks and strokes. Renowned health expert and Medical Superintendent of Khyber Hospital, Dr Showkat Shah, while speaking to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) said that narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the heart, raising the risk of heart…

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Vande Bharat Trains to Connect Kashmir to Rest of India Soon: Minister Vaishnaw

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Vande Bharat Trains to Connect Kashmir to Rest of India Soon: Minister Vaishnaw

Vande Bharat Trains to Arrive in Kashmir and Tripura Soon Vande Bharat trains, India’s semi-high speed trains, are expected to be introduced in Srinagar and Tripura within this financial year, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Thursday. In Kashmir, Vande Bharat trains will run on the Jammu-Srinagar railway line, which is expected to be completed soon. In Tripura, Vande Bharat trains will run on the railway line once it is electrified. The government plans to roll out 75 Vande Bharat trains by March next year. It is also considering running…

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Triple Threat: RSV, Influenza, and Covid pose Health Challenge in Kashmir, warn Doctors

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Triple Threat: RSV Influenza and Covid pose Health Challenge in Kashmir warn Doctors

Kashmir Faces Triple Threat of RSV, Influenza, and Covid Kashmir is facing a triple threat of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), influenza, and Covid-19, doctors have warned. RSV is a common cause of respiratory tract infections in infants and young children, but it can also affect the elderly. Symptoms include a stuffy or runny nose, persistent coughing, and noisy breathing. In severe cases, it can lead to pneumonia. Influenza is a highly contagious viral infection that can cause fever, cough, sore throat, muscle aches, and headache. It can also lead to…

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