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Religious Freedom Under Siege: Mirwaiz Prevented from Leading Friday Prayers

March 15, 2025 Editor

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Prevented from Leading Friday Prayers at Srinagar’s Jamia Masjid Srinagar, March 14: In a move that has sparked widespread discontent, Kashmir’s chief cleric, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, was once again barred from leading the congregational Friday prayers at Srinagar’s historic Jamia Masjid. Authorities placed the Mirwaiz under house detention, preventing him from delivering his sermon at the mosque in Nowhatta, a decision that has drawn sharp criticism from religious and political circles. House Detention Amid Ramzan The Anjuman Auqaf Jamia Masjid, the governing body of the grand mosque,…

Graded Meat System in Kashmir: A New Era of Consumer Choice

March 14, 2025March 14, 2025 Editor

Kashmir Introduces Graded Meat System: Consumers Now Have Pricing Options In a significant move aimed at improving consumer choice and transparency, meat consumers in Kashmir can now purchase graded meat at varying prices. This new system, introduced by the local administration, categorizes meat into different grades based on quality, allowing consumers to make informed decisions while shopping. The Grading System Explained The newly implemented grading system divides meat into three categories: Super Grade A: Premium cuts sourced from young livestock weighing 13-15 kilograms. This grade is priced at ₹700 per…

Mehbooba Mufti Warns Against Division: ‘Pitting Hindus and Muslims Will Have Dangerous Consequences’

March 14, 2025 Editor

Mehbooba Mufti Warns Against Divisive Politics, Cites Dangerous Consequences Srinagar, March 13: People’s Democratic Party (PDP) chief and former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti has issued a stark warning about the dangers of pitting Hindus and Muslims against each other. Reacting to controversies surrounding Holi celebrations coinciding with Friday prayers during Ramadhan, Mufti emphasized that such divisive politics could have long-term repercussions for the country. “A Poisonous Atmosphere” Speaking to reporters in Shopian, Mufti lamented the deteriorating communal harmony in India. “The atmosphere across the country is being…

Reservation Debate Heats Up: Lone Highlights Marginalization of Kashmiris

March 14, 2025 Editor

Sajad Lone Criticizes J&K Reservation Policy, Calls It a “Post-Dated Cheque for Disaster” In a passionate address to the Assembly on Thursday, Sajad Gani Lone, president of the Jammu and Kashmir People’s Conference and MLA from Handwara, raised serious concerns about the marginalization of Kashmiri-speaking residents under the current reservation policy. Lone described the framework as deeply inequitable, warning that it could lead to long-term social disempowerment for the community. Declining Representation of Kashmiri Speakers Lone presented data highlighting the systematic decline in Kashmiri representation in prestigious positions, particularly in…

Kashmir’s Substance Abuse Crisis: Families Grapple with Stigma and Despair

March 14, 2025 Editor

Substance Abuse in Kashmir: A Crisis Unfolding In the picturesque valleys of Kashmir, a dark and growing crisis is gripping families and communities—substance abuse. The story of Murtaza Hussain, a 27-year-old recovering heroin addict, sheds light on the devastating impact of addiction on individuals and their loved ones. A Promising Future Lost to Addiction Once a disciplined and ambitious student, Hussain’s life took a tragic turn during his 11th grade. His father recalls the early signs: withdrawing from family, skipping school, and staying out late. What began as bad company…

Jammu & Kashmir Railway Expansion: Projects Face Strategic and Feasibility Hurdles

March 14, 2025 Editor

Five New Railway Surveys Underway in J&K, Others Remain Stalled: Government Updates The Union government revealed on Wednesday that five new railway surveys are currently underway in Jammu and Kashmir, while other long-awaited projects remain stalled due to feasibility concerns and funding constraints. Key Highlights from the Railway Minister’s Statement Speaking in the Lok Sabha in response to Member of Parliament Mohmad Haneefa’s query, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw shed light on the progress and challenges of railway connectivity in the region. Notably, the minister confirmed: The Srinagar-Kargil-Leh rail plan was…

Tarigami Calls for Education Reforms: Freeing J&K from Consumerism

March 13, 2025March 13, 2025 Editor

‘Liberate Education from Consumerism’: Tarigami Urges Reforms in J&K Assembly Jammu/Srinagar, March 13, 2025 – In a passionate address during the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly’s session on demands for grants, CPM leader and Kulgam MLA Mohamad Yousuf Tarigami called for urgent reforms to free education from the grip of “consumerism and commodification.” His speech highlighted the challenges posed by the New National Education Policy (NEP) and the privatization of education in the region. Education Under Threat Tarigami expressed deep concern over the NEP, alleging that it distorts history and…

Healing Touch Vs Muscular Policy: Mehbooba Mufti Slams Ban on J&K Parties

March 13, 2025 Editor

Healing Touch vs. Muscular Policy: Mehbooba Mufti Criticizes Ban on J&K-Based Parties New Delhi/Srinagar, March 13, 2025 – The political landscape of Jammu and Kashmir has been stirred by the Ministry of Home Affairs’ (MHA) recent decision to ban two regional parties, the Awami Action Committee (AAC) and the Jammu and Kashmir Ittehadul Muslimeen (JKIM). The move has drawn sharp criticism from Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti, who has called for a more compassionate approach to governance in the region. A Controversial Ban The MHA’s declaration of the…

Flush Out Excess Water: 5 Science-Backed Ways to Reduce Bloating Every Morning

March 12, 2025March 12, 2025 Editor

5 Effective Morning Habits to Lose Water Weight and Reduce Bloating By: Saika J Ever woken up feeling bloated and sluggish, even when you didn’t eat a heavy meal the night before? This could be due to water weight, a common issue caused by excess fluid retention in the body’s tissues. Water retention can make you feel puffy, increase bloating, and even lead to temporary weight gain. But don’t worry—this isn’t fat gain, and you can easily reduce it with some simple morning habits. This article explores five highly effective…

Tragedy in Reasi: 4 Dead, 8 Injured as Vehicle Plunges Into Gorge

March 12, 2025 Editor

4 killed, 8 injured as vehicle falls into gorge in Reasi Four persons were killed and eight others injured on Tuesday when a vehicle they were travelling in skidded off the road and rolled down into a deep gorge in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district, officials said. The accident took place near Gangode area in the district when the driver reportedly lost control over the tempo traveller, causing it to roll into the deep gorge. Immediately after the mishap, local police and SDRF personnel rushed to the spot to carry out…