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Severe Weather Alert: Jammu & Kashmir Braces for Heavy Rain and Snowfall

April 19, 2025 Editor

Severe Weather Alert for Jammu & Kashmir: Heavy Rain, Snowfall, and Thunderstorms Expected Srinagar 18 April 2025: A significant weather alert has been issued for Jammu and Kashmir as the region braces for heavy rain, snowfall, and thunderstorms in the coming days. The warning, released by the Meteorological Department, highlights the potential for widespread disruption across the Union Territory, affecting transportation, agriculture, and daily life. The Forecast Between April 18 and April 20, Jammu and Kashmir will experience an intense spell of adverse weather conditions. The peak activity is expected…

Kashmir Faces Water Crisis: How Low Snowfall Threatens the Region’s Future

April 18, 2025 Editor

The Silent Crisis Brewing in Kashmir Javid Amin Srinagar 18 April 2025: For generations, the beauty of Kashmir has been defined by its pristine snowy winters, glistening glaciers, and crystal-clear rivers flowing through its valleys. But behind the postcard-perfect scenery lies an unfolding ecological crisis that threatens the lifeline of millions: water. The winter of 2024-25 brought alarmingly low snowfall to the region, leaving experts, farmers, and policymakers deeply concerned. This reduction in snow cover is not just a seasonal anomaly but a sign of a larger, long-term threat to…

Omar Abdullah to Mehbooba: Does Dulat’s Truth Apply to Your Father Too?

April 18, 2025 Editor

Omar Abdullah Challenges Mehbooba Mufti Over Dulat’s Revelations” Srinagar, 17 April 2025: In a fiery exchange of words, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has taken a sharp dig at Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti, questioning her stance on the revelations made by former RAW chief A.S. Dulat in his latest book. The book, which has already sparked a political storm, alleges that National Conference (NC) leader Farooq Abdullah privately supported the abrogation of Article 370. Mehbooba Mufti, in response, claimed that these revelations were “nothing new”…

Pakistan’s New Terror Blueprint: Focus Shifts to Jammu Region

April 18, 2025 Editor

Pakistan’s Strategic Shift: Terror Focus Moves to Jammu Region Jammu, 17 April 2025: Recent developments indicate a significant shift in Pakistan-backed terror activities from Kashmir to the Jammu region. This change is driven by multiple factors, including the rugged terrain of Jammu, which provides safe havens for militants, and the strengthened counter-terror mechanisms in Kashmir. Key Insights into the Shift Increased Infiltration: Intelligence reports highlight a surge in infiltration attempts via the International Border in Kathua and the Line of Control in Poonch. Ambush Tactics: Terrorists are increasingly employing hit-and-run…

Supreme Court Highlights Key Waqf Act Challenges: Properties, Probes, and Boards

April 17, 2025 Editor

Supreme Court Flags Key Concerns in Waqf Act: A Deep Dive into Legal and Social Implications New Delhi, 16 April 2025: The Supreme Court of India has recently raised significant concerns regarding the newly enacted Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025. This legislation, which governs the administration of Muslim charitable endowments known as waqfs, has sparked widespread debate and legal challenges. The Court’s scrutiny focuses on three pivotal aspects: the status of properties recognized as waqf by user, the inclusion of non-Muslim members in Waqf Boards and Councils, and the provisions related…

Supreme Court Sets Deadline for Omar Abdullah and Wife to Resolve Differences

April 17, 2025 Editor

Failed Mediation Prompts Direct Discussion Order New Delhi, 16 April 2025: A Fresh Attempt at Resolution The Supreme Court has directed former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and his estranged wife, Payal Abdullah, to sit together and make an effort to resolve their matrimonial disputes. This directive comes after a previous mediation attempt failed to yield results. Details of the Case Failed Mediation: A bench comprising Justices Sudhanshu Dhulia and K Vinod Chandran was informed that the mediation process between Omar and Payal had failed. The court emphasized…

Farooq Abdullah Rejects Ex-RAW Chief’s Article 370 Claim as ‘Cheap Stunts’

April 17, 2025 Editor

Former J&K CM Denounces Allegations in A.S. Dulat’s Memoir Srinagar, 16 April 2025: A Political Storm Over Article 370 Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah has fiercely rejected claims made by ex-RAW chief A.S. Dulat in his upcoming memoir, The Chief Minister and the Spy. Dulat alleges that Abdullah privately supported the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019, a move that stripped J&K of its special status. Abdullah has dismissed these assertions as “cheap stunts” aimed at boosting book sales. Farooq Abdullah’s Response Public Condemnation: Abdullah described Dulat’s…

Stormy Assembly Debates: Opposition Keeps NC-Congress Government on Edge

April 16, 2025 Editor

Opposition Voices Resonate in 38-Day Assembly Debate Srinagar, 16 April 2025: A Budget Session Marked by Heated Exchanges The recently concluded 38-day budget session of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly witnessed intense debates and sharp exchanges, with opposition legislators Waheed Ur Rehman Parra of the PDP and Sajjad Gani Lone of the People’s Conference emerging as formidable voices against the NC-Congress government. Their pointed queries and vocal criticism kept the treasury benches on edge, highlighting key issues of public interest. Opposition’s Role in the Session Waheed Ur Rehman Parra: The…

Pregabalin and Tapentadol: Painkillers Fueling a Hidden Drug Crisis

April 16, 2025 Editor

From Medical Relief to Addiction Epidemic Srinagar, 16 April 2025: A Silent Threat Emerges Pregabalin and Tapentadol, two commonly prescribed painkillers, are at the center of a growing drug abuse crisis in India, particularly in regions like Kashmir. Initially intended for nerve pain and severe physical discomfort, these medications have quietly transformed into substances of addiction, wreaking havoc among the youth and vulnerable populations. The Rise of Abuse Pregabalin, often prescribed for neuropathic pain, and Tapentadol, an opioid-like painkiller, have become easily accessible due to their over-the-counter (OTC) availability. Users,…

Kashmir’s Spring Heatwave Breaks 80-Year Record: Srinagar Hits Scorching 30.4°C

April 16, 2025 Editor

Meteorological Department Issues Alerts as Region Braces for Weather Extremes Srinagar, 15 April 2025: A Climate Anomaly in the Valley Kashmir is witnessing an unseasonal and record-breaking heatwave as Srinagar recorded 30.4°C on Tuesday, marking its hottest day in April since 1946. The unusual heatwave is part of a broader pattern across the Valley, with temperatures soaring well above their seasonal averages and raising concerns among residents, environmentalists, and local authorities. Temperature Peaks Across Kashmir Srinagar’s temperature stood 10.2°C above the average, closely approaching the all-time April peak of 31.1°C…