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Harsh Dev Accuses BJP-EC Collusion to Deprive Jammu and Kashmir of Democratic Rights

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Harsh Dev Accuses BJP-EC Collusion to Deprive Jammu and Kashmir of Democratic Rights

Harsh Dev said that during the recent hearing on Article 370 and allied matters in the Supreme Court, the constitution bench had questioned the government over the denial of electoral democracy to the people of Jammu and Kashmir. Accusing the Election Commission (EC) of scuttling the election process initiated for local bodies polls in J&K at the behest of the BJP, Panthers Party activists led by president and former minister Harsh Dev Singh on Monday staged a protest outside Nirvachan Bhawan here. The protesters raised slogans demanding immediate conduct of…

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Why Open to Close? Srinagar’s Traffic Enigma: An In-depth Analysis

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Why Open to Close? Srinagar's Traffic Enigma: An In-depth Analysis

Unraveling Srinagar’s Traffic Enigma: A Comprehensive Examination By: Javid Amin Nestled amidst the idyllic landscapes of Jammu and Kashmir, Srinagar has long held the distinction of being the ‘Paradise on Earth,’ beckoning visitors from every corner. Yet, beneath this ethereal facade, the city grapples daily with a challenging issue – an intricate web of traffic congestion that bewilders its residents. The Intricate Maze of Diversions: Srinagar’s thoroughfares, once serene boulevards adorned with blooming chinar trees, have transformed into a complex maze of diversions. It’s a sight all too familiar –…

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World’s highest rail bridge in Reasi to get a new lease of life as tourist destination

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World's highest rail bridge in Reasi to get a new lease of life as tourist destination

Soon to be a tourist spot, world’s highest rail bridge in J&K’s Reasi is 35m higher than Eiffel Tower in Paris; forms crucial travel link from Katra to Banihal The world’s highest steel arch rail bridge over the Chenab River in Reasi district, Jammu is being developed as a tourist spot with authorities calling for necessary measures for increasing the visitors’ footfall, officials said on Sunday. The 1.3-km rail bridge located 359 metres above the riverbed — 35 metres higher than the iconic Eiffel Tower in Paris — forms a…

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Waqf Board Suspends Entire Staff of Hazratbal Shrine Over Alleged Negligence of Duty

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Waqf Board Suspends Entire Staff of Hazratbal Shrine Over Alleged Negligence of Duty

Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board chairperson has ordered suspension of all officers and staff of Hazratbal shrine for negligence of duties on the occasion of Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi (SAW). According to an order, the action was taken during the surprise visit by the chairperson to Hazratbal shrine on the occasion of Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi (SAW) in view of complaints by the people. The order states that it was found that grave negligence of the concerned staff had created a lot of inconvenience to the devotees. “Despite repeated orders and instructions from the officers and…

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G N Azad says he’s not looking for a job, but wants to serve the people of J&K

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G N Azad says he's not looking for a job, but wants to serve the people of J&K

Azad said unemployment and inflation were two main problems facing Jammu and Kashmir which he wants to address by exploiting the tourism potential of the region Former chief minister Ghulam Nabi Azad on Sunday said he was not interested in becoming the lieutenant governor of Jammu and Kashmir, dispelling “rumours” in this regard. The former Congress leader said he was not looking for employment but wanted to serve the people of J&K. “I have not come looking for a job, I want to serve the people,” Azad said, addressing a…

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Omar Abdullah, Mehbuba Mufti accuse BJP of deliberately delaying Local Body Elections in J&K

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Omar Abdullah, Mehbuba Mufti accuse BJP of deliberately delaying Local Body Elections in J&K

Former Jammu and Kashmir chief ministers Mehbuba Mufti and Omar Abdullah have accused the central BJP government of “deliberately postponing” urban local body and panchayat elections. The tenure of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir is due to end this year. National Conference Vice President and former Chief Minister Omar Abdullah sakçhave doubts about BJP’s intentions. I am worried that the BJP will make some mistakes even before the dates are indicated. Knowing that Uddhav Thackeray would win, he said, “Don’t be surprised if the panchayat and urban local…

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Police apprehend three OGWs in Kishtwar, book them under PSA

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Police apprehend three OGWs in Kishtwar, book them under PSA

The Kishtwar police on Monday detained three hardcore overground workers (OGWs) under the stringent Public Safety Act for anti-national activities. They had been reportedly luring youngsters of the mountainous district into banned terror organisations, the police said. The detained men have been identified as Zahoor-uI-Hassan, Touseef-ul-Nabi and Raiz Ahmed. These individuals have been booked in different FIRs in the past. “Due to their continued engagement in anti-national activities and role in motivating local youths to join banned organisations, the imposition of the PSA was deemed necessary,” a police spokesperson said.…

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Unidentified persons fire at CRPF vehicle in Khanyar, no casulty reported

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Unidentified persons fire at CRPF vehicle in Khanyar, no casulty reported

In a recent incident, an unidentified gunman made an attempt on a CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force) vehicle in the Khanyar area of old Srinagar. Fortunately, no casualties or injuries were reported. According to the police, the assailant opened fire at the bullet-proof CRPF vehicle and swiftly fled the scene. This lone militant discharged his pistol at the CRPF vehicle, specifically at the Khwaja Bazaar chowk, around 7:00 pm. The incident was addressed promptly by alert CRPF personnel who demonstrated great restraint to prevent potential collateral damage. They effectively repelled…

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