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Diplomacy Behind Closed Doors: UNSC Weighs In on India-Pakistan Standoff!

May 6, 2025 Editor

UNSC Holds Urgent Closed-Door Meeting Amid India-Pakistan Tensions New York, May 6, 2025 – The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) convened an emergency closed-door consultation on Monday to address the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 civilian lives. Diplomatic Urgency & Global Concerns The meeting, requested by Pakistan, was held in a private consultation room adjacent to the UNSC Chamber, with Greece, the current UNSC President, overseeing the session. The discussions focused on the deteriorating security situation and the potential…

Kashmir Unites in Grief: PSAJK and MMU Lead Shutdowns After Pahalgam Attack

April 23, 2025 Editor

Kashmir Mourns: PSAJK and MMU Lead Shutdowns in Wake of Pahalgam Terror Attack Srinagar 23 April 2025: The recent terror attack in Pahalgam, which claimed the lives of innocent tourists, has sent shockwaves across Jammu and Kashmir, plunging the region into grief and outrage. In response to this heinous act, the Private Schools Association of Jammu and Kashmir (PSAJK) has announced the closure of schools across the Union Territory as a mark of mourning. Simultaneously, the Mutahida Majlis-e-Ulema (MMU), a prominent religious body, has called for a shutdown tomorrow to…

Traffic Chaos in Srinagar: Encroachments and Mismanagement Under Fire

April 15, 2025 Editor

Commuters Voice Frustration Over Encroachments, Mismanagement, and Infrastructure Gaps Srinagar, 14 April 2025: Traffic Woes in the Summer Capital Traffic congestion continues to plague the city of Srinagar, disrupting daily life for thousands of commuters, including students, government workers, and private employees. Persistent jams on vital routes have sparked widespread frustration, as people struggle to reach their destinations on time. Key Challenges Encroachments Blocking Roads Vendors occupying both sides of the roads in key areas like Batamaloo, Nowhatta, Rajouri Kadal, and Khayam Chowk are causing severe traffic obstructions. Commuters have…

Picnic Turns Tragic: Two College Students Dead, 21 Injured in Kashmir Bus Accident

April 13, 2025 Editor

College Trip Turns Fatal: Two Students Dead, Over 20 Injured in Kashmir Accident Handwara 12 April 2025: In a heartbreaking incident on Saturday, a bus carrying 27 students from Government Degree College Sogam overturned near Vodpora village in Handwara, Kupwara district, Jammu and Kashmir. The students were on their way to a picnic when the driver lost control of the vehicle, leading to the tragic accident. Two students lost their lives in the mishap. One was declared dead upon arrival at Handwara hospital, while the other succumbed to injuries at…

Man Sentenced to 3 Days of Community Service for Public Drunkenness in Srinagar

April 11, 2025 Editor

A Step Towards Rehabilitation Under New Criminal Laws Srinagar, 10 April 2025: Justice with a Restorative Approach In a move reflecting the implementation of New Criminal Laws aimed at promoting social responsibility, a Srinagar court has sentenced an individual charged with public drunkenness to three days of community service, instead of traditional penalties such as imprisonment or fines. The offender, Riyaz Ahmad Dar, a resident of Theed Harwan, Srinagar, was found intoxicated and causing public nuisance, violating section 355 BNS. The decision by the court of Chief Judicial Magistrate Srinagar…

FIR Filed Over Youm-e-Quds Rally in Budgam: Law and Order Concerns Raised

March 29, 2025 Editor

FIR Filed Over Youm-e-Quds Rally in Beerwah Budgam Budgam, March 28, 2025 – An FIR has been registered against the organizers and participants of a Youm-e-Quds rally in Sonpah village, Beerwah, Budgam district, for allegedly creating a law-and-order situation. The rally, held on the last Friday of Ramadan, is an annual event observed as International Quds Day to express solidarity with Palestine. However, the procession reportedly disrupted public order, leading to legal action. Details of the Incident According to the police, a large crowd gathered under the directions of the…

Kashmir Police Raid Separatist Networks: Multiple Locations Searched Across Valley

March 27, 2025 Editor

Police raid multiple locations in Kashmir, target separatist outfits Srinagar 26 March 2025: Jammu and Kashmir Police conducted raids at multiple locations in the Kashmir valley, including at the residences of former Hurriyat chief Abdul Gani Bhat, as part of its investigations into activities of proscribed organisations, officials said on Wednesday. The searches were conducted over two days at multiple locations in the Kashmir Valley, including Srinagar, Baramulla and Anantnag. The cases, registered under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), pertain to banned organisations, including Jammu and Kashmir Muslim Conference (Bhat…

Kashmir’s Kaman Bridge Reopens After Six Years for Tragic Humanitarian Exchange

March 23, 2025March 23, 2025 Editor

Kashmir’s Kaman Bridge Reopens After Six Years for a Tragic Exchange Srinagar, March 22, 2025: The Kaman Bridge, a key structure dividing India and Pakistan in Jammu and Kashmir, was reopened on Saturday for the first time in six years under somber circumstances. The bridge, located in the Uri sector of Kashmir’s Baramulla district, became the site of a humanitarian exchange, as the bodies of two young individuals who drowned in the Jhelum River were returned to India. On March 5, tragedy struck the villages of Basgran and Kamalkote as…

Kulgam Tragedy: Government Assures Victims’ Families of Support and Accountability

March 19, 2025 Editor

He assured victim family of government’s unwavering support during this difficult time Kulgam, Mar 18: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Kumar Choudhary said on Tuesday that thorough and transparent probe will be initiated to uncover the truth behind the Kulgam deaths. He assured victim family that government will ensure justice and hold the responsible accountable. Deputy Chief Minister was accompanied by Minister of Health & Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo and Advisor to the Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani who visited Chandain Pajan village of Kulgam where they met the family of…

Budgam Stabbing Incident Shakes Community, Sparks Calls for Enhanced Safety Measures

March 8, 2025 Editor

50-Year-Old Man Stabbed in Budgam: A Wake-Up Call for Safety in the Region Srinagar 07 March 2025: In a shocking incident that underscores the urgency of community safety in Jammu and Kashmir, a 50-year-old man from Budgam district’s Khansahib area fell victim to a violent stabbing on a quiet Friday evening. This incident highlights not only the fragility of public safety but also the need for collective vigilance within our communities. The Incident: Abdul Gani Shah, the victim of this grievous attack, was stabbed by an unidentified individual in what…