Year: 2024

Relief in Sight: Kashmir to Escape Heatwave’s Grip

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Relief in Sight: Kashmir to Escape Heatwave's Grip

Srinagar, July 31: Meteorological Centre Srinagar Wednesday predicted light to moderate rain and thundershower at many places of Jammu and Kashmir today. The officials said that on July 31st there is a possibility of spell of light to moderate rain & thundershower at many places of Kashmir division, and widespread places of Jammu division. From August 1st to 5th there will be generally cloudy with spells of intermittent light to moderate rain & thundershower at many place of Kashmir division, and most places of Jammu division, the officials said. They also…

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Crisis Alert: Farooq Abdullah Warns of War Amid J&K Militancy Spike

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Crisis Alert: Farooq Abdullah Warns of War Amid J&K Militancy Spike

National Conference president and former chief minister Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday expressed concerns about escalating militant attacks in Jammu and Kashmir, hinting at the potential involvement of Pakistani commandos, given the sophistication of the recent attacks. He apprehended that the situation could lead to war if the situation didn’t improve in Jammu. During a press interaction, Abdullah acknowledged the troubling increase in terrorism and the lack of progress in ongoing operations to apprehend the infiltrators. “There is no doubt that terrorism is growing and highly trained people are coming. We…

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AI Skills: The New Gold Rush in Job Market

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AI Skills: The New Gold Rush in Job Market

India’s AI Awakening: A Nation Embracing the Future By: Javid Amin The digital revolution is in full swing, and India is at the forefront of this technological transformation. The country is experiencing an unprecedented surge in interest and adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI), particularly Generative AI (GenAI). From bustling metropolises to smaller towns, the allure of AI is captivating the minds of millions. A Nation of Learners: Multiple reports underscore India’s burgeoning fascination with GenAI. A staggering statistic reveals that in 2023, an Indian enrolled in a GenAI course on…

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Jammu Terror in Crosshairs: MHA’s Multi-Pronged Approach

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Jammu Terror in Crosshairs: MHA's Multi-Pronged Approach

According to the data shared by the Home Ministry in the Lok Sabha, 14 security personnel and 14 civilians were killed in 11 terror related incidents in Jammu and Kashmir this year The Centre on Tuesday listed out a slew of measures it is taking to contain terror activities in Jammu and Kashmir, including identifying the strategic supporters of terrorists, crackdown on terror financing and enhancing the counter insurgency grid. Twenty-eight people were killed in 11 terror attacks in Jammu and Kashmir this year. Responding to a question in the…

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Wayanad Landslides: 143 Lives Lost, State in Mourning; Schools, Colleges Shut as Rain Terror Continues

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Wayanad Landslides: 143 Lives Lost, State in Mourning; Schools, Colleges Shut as Rain Terror Continues

IMD Warning Ignored? Wayanad Pays Deadly Price The death toll in the series of landslides in Kerala’s Wayanad district climbed up to 143, with hundreds of others left injured and trapped. The landslides caused massive destruction to houses and roads, uprooted trees, and led to the water bodies to swell. Efforts to rescue and locate the missing persons are still underway with all available resources. According to the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA), members of the fire and rescue, civil defence, NDRF, and local emergency response teams are involved in…

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Residents Protest in Jammu Over Man’s Death After Police Beating

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Residents Protest in Jammu Over Man's Death After Police Beating

A 27-year-old man died under mysterious circumstances after he was allegedly beaten up by police, sparking protests by his relatives and neighbours here on Monday, official sources said. Shubam Sharma, a resident of the Bantalab locality on the outskirts of Jammu, was playing cricket near his house when a police party raided the area in search of drug traffickers on Sunday evening, the sources said. Sharma’s family alleged he was detained and severely beaten up by the cops before they left the spot. He was rushed to hospital where he…

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Two Dead, Dozens Injured in Jharkhand Train Derailment

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Two Dead, Dozens Injured in Jharkhand Train Derailment

At least two people were killed and 20 were injured after 18 coaches of the Howrah-Mumbai passenger train derailed in the early hours near Jharkhand’s Charadharpur division. Railway officials said the incident took place after a goods train derailed and collided with the Howrah-Mumbai Mail passing by from the opposite side. All injured passengers were rushed to Tata Main Hospital in Jamshedpur. Following the incident, the Indian Railways cancelled five trains including Howrah-Titalgarh-Kantabanji Express, Kharagpur-Jhargram-Dhanbad Express, Howrah-Barbil-Howrah Jan Shatabdi Express, Tatanagar-Itwari Express and LTT-Express. It also issued helpline numbers in…

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Srinagar Records Second Highest Nighttime Temperature in 132 Years

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Srinagar Records Second Highest Nighttime Temperature in 132 Years

Srinagar Suffers Through Another Scorching Night Srinagar, Jul 29: Srinagar, the usually temperate summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, is in the throes of an unprecedented heatwave. The city has recorded its second consecutive night of stifling temperatures, with a minimum of 24.8 degrees Celsius on July 29, 2024. This grim milestone places the current heatwave in the annals of Kashmir’s meteorological history. According to independent weather forecaster Faizan Arif Keng, the city’s mercury has climbed a staggering 6 degrees Celsius above normal for this time of year. This extraordinary…

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Faith Amidst Fury: Kashmiris Pray for Relief from Heat

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Faith Amidst Fury: Kashmiris Pray for Relief from Heat

Thousands offer special prayers to seek an end to dry spell in Kashmir An unprecedented heatwave has gripped Kashmir, troubling people, disrupting daily life and impacting the horticulture and agriculture sectors. In view of the dire situation, people across Kashmir have begun offering special prayers for early rains. Srinagar recorded its third-highest temperature ever at 36.2°C today, with temperatures continuing to soar across the region. The prolonged dry spell and intense heat have led to significant challenges for farmers and horticulturists. Crops are wilting under the scorching sun, and irrigation systems…

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Jhelum River’s Cry for Help: Kashmir’s Silent Drought

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Jhelum River's Cry for Help: Kashmir's Silent Drought

A Lifeline Drying Up By: Javid Amin The Jhelum River, Kashmir’s majestic waterway and the lifeblood of its people, is in peril. The once-mighty river, renowned for its pristine waters and bountiful ecosystem, is now a shadow of its former self. A relentless dry spell has gripped the Kashmir Valley, and the Jhelum is bearing the brunt of this ecological catastrophe. The river’s water levels have plummeted to unprecedented depths, a stark indicator of the region’s deepening water crisis. What was once a vibrant aquatic corridor teeming with life is…

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