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Heavy Snowfall and Flashfloods Cause Tragic Incidents and Road Closures in J&K

March 1, 2025 Editor

3 Dead, 12 Rescued as Snow, Flashfloods Disrupt Life in J&K Srinagar 01 March 2025: Heavy snowfall in the higher reaches of Jammu and Kashmir has disrupted surface connectivity across many areas, with flashfloods and landslides exacerbating the situation. The severe weather conditions have led to tragic incidents, road closures, and multiple rescue operations. Tragic Incidents: Udhampur District: Incident: Two people were killed when a boulder from a hillock struck their two-wheeler near Moungari in Udhampur district. The victims included a 50-year-old woman and her 25-year-old son. Reasi District: Incident:…

Public Outrage and Substance Abuse Crisis Drive Liquor Ban Movement in Kashmir

March 1, 2025 Editor

Three Bills and a Public Campaign: Why the Valley is Seeing Growing Calls for a Liquor Ban Srinagar 01 March 2025: Ahead of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly’s Budget Session starting on March 3, calls for a liquor ban have been growing stronger in the Union Territory. This movement is driven by concerns over rising drug addiction and social media posts showing apparently drunk tourists, which have added to the public’s worries. However, the debate is complex, as the region also benefits from rising revenues from excise and tourism. Bills…

Schools in Kashmir to Reopen on March 7 Following Weather-Related Extension

February 28, 2025February 28, 2025 Editor

Kashmir Schools to Reopen After Winter Break on March 7: Minister Srinagar, February 28, 2025 – In light of the recent inclement weather, the Jammu and Kashmir government has decided to extend the winter vacations for all schools in the region. Education Minister Sakina Itoo announced that the vacations have been extended until March 6, and schools will now reopen on March 7. Decision-Making Process: On Thursday, the Jammu and Kashmir government held a crucial meeting to discuss the possible extension of winter vacations following fresh snowfall across the Valley.…

Debate Over Security and Politics: Omar Abdullah’s Remarks Spark Controversy

February 26, 2025 Editor

Opposition Targets Omar Over Mirwaiz Security Remark; NC Hits Back Srinagar, February 26, 2025 – Several opposition leaders in the Valley have criticized Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s remark about the security of Hurriyat chairman and Jamia Masjid chief cleric Mirwaiz Umar Farooq. During an interview on a news channel, the Chief Minister stated that there has been a decline in separatist activity in Jammu and Kashmir since 2019, and it would have been unthinkable earlier for the Mirwaiz to be provided with CRPF cover. Enhanced Security for Mirwaiz Umar Farooq…

People’s Democratic Party’s Call for Liquor Ban Resonates with Kashmir’s Community Leaders

February 24, 2025 Editor

People’s Democratic Party Calls for Complete Ban on Liquor in Jammu and Kashmir Srinagar, February 22, 2025 – The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) launched a signature campaign in Jammu and Kashmir on February 23 to gather support for a complete ban on liquor in the region. The campaign was organised to back a bill introduced by PDP MLA Mir Mohammad Fayaz, which proposes a total prohibition of alcohol in the union territory. The initiative was launched by party leader Iltija Mufti at the PDP’s head office. Mufti had initially planned to…

Baglihar Hydroelectric Project Feels Climate Change Heat: Power Generation Down 83%

February 23, 2025February 23, 2025 Editor

Baglihar Hydroelectric Project Feels Climate Change Heat Srinagar, February 22, 2025 – The stark reality of climate change has become increasingly evident at the Baglihar Dam along the Chenab River in the Ramban district of Chenab Valley. The prestigious Baglihar hydroelectric project, with an installed capacity of 900 MW, is currently generating a mere 150 MW of power, signifying a decline of 83 percent. “Climate change and less precipitation are having a direct impact on the power generation from Baglihar,” said a senior Power Development Department (PDD) official, noting that both stages…

Srinagar MP Ruhullah Mehdi Slams Kashmir Police for Removing Anti-Alcohol Hoardings

February 23, 2025 Editor

Srinagar MP Ruhullah Mehdi Slams Kashmir Police for Removing Anti-Alcohol Hoardings Srinagar, February 22, 2025 – In a recent development, Srinagar MP and National Conference leader Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi has criticized the Jammu and Kashmir police for removing anti-alcohol hoardings in Srinagar. The hoardings, which were put up by traders in the commercial hub of Lal Chowk, urged tourists to refrain from consuming liquor and drugs, promoting responsible tourism and respect for local culture. The Controversy The controversy began when the police reportedly removed signboards and standees placed by…

Omar Abdullah Advocates for Regulated Investments to Safeguard Land and Create Jobs

February 22, 2025 Editor

Investments Must Be Regulated to Protect Land and Jobs: Omar Abdullah Srinagar, February 21, 2025 – Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday attended the Confederation of Indian Industry’s J&K Annual Session-2025 titled “Amazing J&K: Aspiring for new growth goals”. According to a spokesperson, the event, organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (J&K Council), brought together business leaders, industrialists, entrepreneurs, and other stakeholders to discuss strategic actions to boost J&K’s economic growth and development, driving the region’s competitiveness and business potential through a robust and resilient industrial and sustainable entrepreneurship ecosystem.…

BJP Questions Karra’s Son’s Presence in Government Meeting: Allegations of Nepotism

February 21, 2025 Editor

According to J&K Pradesh Congress Committee chief Tariq Hamid Karra, his son Waleed attended the meeting pertaining to developmental issues. “He didn’t attend assembly meeting,” he says. Opposing the “presence of the son of J&K Pradesh Congress Committee president and MLA Tariq Hameed Karra in a government review meeting” in Kashmir, the BJP on Thursday termed it “political nepotism”. “The presence of Waleed Karra, son of MLA Tariq Hamid Karra, in a high-level government review meeting in Srinagar is a blatant example of political nepotism and a gross violation of…

Omar Abdullah Confronts Karnataka CM Over Kashmiri Student’s Harassment

February 20, 2025 Editor

The JKSA said such incidents highlight the alarming culture of unchecked ragging and abuse within educational institutions. J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday raised the issue of a Kashmiri student’s thrashing with Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and sought a First Information Report (FIR) into the incident. “I have spoken to the CM of Karnataka, Siddaramaiahji, about this unfortunate incident. He has assured me that the police have filed an FIR and necessary action will be taken. Four people accused of perpetrating this ragging/thrashing have been identified,” Mr. Abdullah said.…