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Uddhav Thackeray’s ‘Godhra 2 Alert’ draws Criticism from Union Minister, Who invokes Balasaheb’s Legacy

September 11, 2023 Editor

A fresh controversy started over former Maharashtra chief minister Uddhav Thackeray’s straight attack on the BJP as he said there is a possibility that a Godhra-like situation may occur following the Ram temple inauguration. “The government could invite a large number of people for the Ram Temple inauguration and on their return journey, an incident similar to that in Godhra may occur,” Uddhav said bringing a massive allegation against the government. Ram Temple is likely to be inaugurated in January 2024, before the Lok Sabha election, it is being speculated.…

Kashmir’s Youth in Crisis: The Need for Suicide Prevention

September 11, 2023 Editor

By: Nawaz Manzoor Malik Suicide is a global concern, and its impact is far and wide, affecting individuals, families, and entire communities. In Kashmir, the menace of suicide has been exacerbated by decades of conflict, political turmoil, and a unique cultural context. Trying to explore the latest information and initiatives surrounding suicide prevention in Kashmir, shedding light on the challenges faced and the glimmers of hope that are emerging. As per the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) report, suicide has claimed the maximum number of lives in Kashmir after terrorism.…

Kashmir braces for hot, dry weather this week, Srinagar records hottest September day in 18 years

September 11, 2023 Editor

Kashmir is experiencing a heat wave, which is expected to continue for the next one week, meteorological department (MeT) officials said on Sunday. The weather was mainly clear in Kashmir with relatively hot and humid conditions, while the skies were partly cloudy in the Jammu region. MeT’s local centre director Sonam Lotus said both Kashmir and Jammu regions are experiencing above normal temperatures, adding, “The same weather will likely continue for a week. A heatwave prevailed in plains of Kashmir, Qazigund and Kokernag,” The day temperatures in Kashmir were 3-6…

Detention of two clerics in Kashmir quashed by High Court

September 10, 2023 Editor

Jammu and Kashmir high court on Friday quashed detention of two religious clerics of Kashmir, Moulana Abdul Rashid Dawoodi and Mushtaq Ahmed Veeri. There were in house detention under the Public Safety Act since September 2022. Dawoodi, a Barelvi scholar, is head of “Tehreek e Soutul Auliya” and Veeri, who was booked under PSA in 2019 also, is a religious leader of Jamiat ahle Hadees (JaH) in Anantnag. The Bharatiya Janata Party welcomed the quashing of detention orders, while Apni Party’s Altaf Bukhari urged the administration to release Hurriyat chairperson…

‘Dissent Not Tolerated’: Congress Alleges Press Freedom Crackdown in India

September 9, 2023 Editor

The Congress on Saturday alleged that the government did not allow access to the United States press officials who have travelled to India along with President Joe Biden for the G-20 Summit. Bringing the press freedom issue along with it, the Congress said India’s ranking in the World Press Freedom Index was “falling year after year”. The journalists travelling with Biden on the Air Force One flight to India were told by National Security Advisor (NSA) Jake Sullivan and White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre that the press access issue…

The truth about Brown Sugar, Jaggery, and Honey: Are they really Healthier than White Sugar?

September 9, 2023 Editor

In modern times and amid growing dangers of sedentary lifestyle, people are becoming more conscious about what they are consuming. The ill-effects of foods like refined sugar, trans fats, and junk food are widely known and considering these foods can be turned into delicious recipes, many people look for their alternatives to reduce risk of chronic diseases. In place of sugar, many people add honey, jaggery or brown sugar, to get additional nutrients instead of empty calories. These natural alternatives are also believed to be better for blood sugar management.…

BJP has lost political space in Jammu as well as Kashmir : Farooq Abdullah

September 7, 2023September 7, 2023 Editor

National Conference (NC) President and Member of Parliament from Srinagar, Dr Farooq Abdullah, stated on Wednesday that the ruling BJP is non-existent in Kashmir and has also lost its political standing in the Jammu province. He made these remarks while addressing party functionaries at the party headquarters, Nawa-e-Subha, earlier on Wednesday. “BJP has lost its political foothold and relevance across both the Jammu and Kashmir provinces due to its anti-people policies. They had made numerous promises to the people of the Jammu province but failed to deliver on the ground.…

ARTO Bandipora Takes Action: Vehicle Involved in Viral ‘Stunt’ Video Blacklisted

September 7, 2023September 7, 2023 Editor

Assistant Regional Transport officer Bandipora Thursday blacklisted a vehicle that was involved in a stunt incident. An official told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that a video went viral on social media platforms where driver of the vehicle was seen standing on top of his car. He said that as the matter came into the notice of ARTO Bandipora Bilal Ahmad Mir and he instantly blacklisted the vehicle. The official said that the owner and driver of the vehicle will face legal action under IPC and Motor Vehicles Act—(KNO)

The Lingering Threat of 2014-Like Floods in Kashmir: Environmental Dangers Looming Large

September 7, 2023 Editor

Rapid urbanization in Kashmir, encroachment of water bodies and adjoining river banks and disappearance of wetlands have disrupted the natural drainage patterns By: Khurshid Ahmed Ganai The recent report of the National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM) has called for taking more corrective measures to prevent 2014 flood-like disasters. The report has mentioned ‘haphazard developmental activities and infrastructure projects being implemented without sufficient consideration of environmental safety and sustainability.’ Then it has picked ‘mining operations on the flood plains of river Jhelum, construction of railway lines and poorly planned urbanization’…

Tourist influx triggers beggar problem in Ladakh

September 7, 2023 Editor

As the number of domestic and international tourists surges post the removal of Covid restrictions on travel, beggars have also made inroads into Leh town in Ladakh in large numbers this year. They have troubled tourists, triggering the administration and the police to launch a special drive. Many beggars were loaded in buses and sent with police escort till Manali in Himachal Pradesh so that they do not return. The Ladakh police have also launched an investigation to know if some organised syndicate is bringing thousands of beggars to Leh.…