November 21, 2024 | Kashmir POST

Tragic Attack: 38 Civilians Killed in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

November 21, 2024 Editor

38 Civilians killed in attack on passenger vans in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa; No group has claimed responsibility for the incident yet. At least 38 people were killed and 29 were injured after gunmen opened fire on passenger vehicles in a tribal area in northwestern Pakistan, Reuters reported. Chief Secretary for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Nadeem Aslam Chaudhry, confirmed the attack, saying that the gunmen targeted passenger vans travelling from Parachinar in Kurram in a convoy. Among the fatalities in the attack were a woman and a child, Chaudhry said, adding that the…

Discover the Splendor of Kashmir in Autumn: Golden Landscapes Await

November 21, 2024November 21, 2024 Editor

Autumn Bliss in Kashmir: Why This is the Best Time to Visit By: Javid Amin As autumn unfolds its magic, Kashmir transforms into a paradise of vibrant hues, serene landscapes, and unmatched tranquility. The season, locally known as Harud, is a symphony of nature, where fiery red Chinar leaves carpet the valley, crisp air rejuvenates the soul, and the warm hues of nature create an enchanting experience for travelers. If you’ve ever dreamt of being surrounded by golden foliage, shimmering waters, and picturesque mountain backdrops, this is the time to…

From Sanctuary to Desolation: EPG Highlights Mirgund Wetland’s Plight

November 21, 2024 Editor

EPG Calls for High-Level Inquiry into Deteriorating Condition of Mirgund Wetland In its continued efforts to address the environmental challenges facing Kashmir’s wetlands, the Environmental Policy Group (EPG) conducted a detailed visit to the Mirgund Wetland, also known as Mirgund “Jheel,” located 16 kilometers from Srinagar on the route to Gulmarg. Once a thriving bird sanctuary spanning approximately 4 square kilometers and primarily fed by the Sukhnag Nallah and the Jhelum Flood Spill Channel, the wetland now lies in an utterly desolate state. The Environmental Policy Group has expressed grave…

Aga Ruhullah’s Stand: Will Protest Outside CM’s Office if Decision Delayed

November 21, 2024 Editor

Will sit outside CM’s office or residence if decision not taken: Aga Ruhullah; Responding to some posts on X, he posted, “ And I will sit with all of you outside the office or the residence of HCM Srinagar, Nov 20: National Conference (NC) MP Aga Ruhullah Mehdi today said that he along with unemployed youth would sit ( protest) outside the residence or office of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah if a decision is not taken till the end on Parliament session on the issue of rationalisation of reservation. Responding…

Harsh Winter Ahead: MeT Predicts Dry Weather in Kashmir Till Nov 30

November 21, 2024 Editor

MeT predicts dry weather till Nov 30, Harsh winter ahead in Kashmir The Meteorological department Kashmir today said that weather will stay dry till November 30 and the night temperatures will further fall in Srinagar and go up to minus 1.5. It said in the hilly areas there was a possibility that the night temperature may plummet up to minus 5 degrees Celsius. Hinting at the harsh winter ahead in Kashmir, the Deputy Director Meteorological department Kashmir Dr Mukhtar Ahmed said that the minus 0.7 degrees Celsius temperatures in Srinagar…

Kashmir’s Political Shift: The Cost of the BJP-PDP Alliance

November 21, 2024 Editor

The alliance alienated PDP’s core Muslim voter base in Kashmir and led to the party’s dramatic fall from 28 seats in 2014 to just three seats in 2024. By: Auqib Javeed One August afternoon earlier this year, Aijaz Ahmad Mir, a young politician and former MLA of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), was busy campaigning in his constituency of Zainapora (formerly Wachi) in South Kashmir when he learned that the party leadership had decided not to give him a ticket to contest in the Assembly election. Mir had won the…