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From Battlefield to Civil Security—Veterans Safeguard J&K’s Vital Installations

May 18, 2025 Editor

J&K Government Deploys 4,000 Ex-Servicemen to Safeguard Vital Infrastructure Srinagar, May 18, 2025 – In a major security initiative, the Jammu and Kashmir Government has approved the deployment of 4,000 ex-servicemen volunteers to protect critical infrastructure across the Union Territory. The move, described as a unique collaboration between veterans and civil authorities, aims to enhance security, deter threats, and ensure stability in the region. Why Is This Initiative Important? The decision comes in the wake of heightened security concerns following the Pahalgam terror attack, which raised alarms over the vulnerability…

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…

Public Drunkenness Leads to Community Service: Offender Sentenced in Bhagat Barzullah

February 9, 2025 Editor

Man caught for public drunkenness, sentenced to community service for 3 days; The offender must perform three-days community service of cleanliness and hygiene at public buildings/areas/spaces at Bhagat Barzullah and report to Mohallah president and SHO concerned for compliance, who shall report the same to the court Srinagar, Feb 08: A man was caught for public drunkenness, sentenced to community service for three days. A police statement said that with the advent of New Criminal Laws, aimed at promoting social responsibility, police in Srinagar after reporting a case in the court…

Hold LG Accountable for Civilian Killings, Not Us: Nasir Aslam Wani

February 7, 2025 Editor

Advisor to Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani condemned the killings of civilians and said the LG’s administration should be made answerable for these killings Srinagar, Feb 6: Advisor to Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani Thursday asked media persons to seek answers from Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha over the recent civilian killings. Talking to media persons, Wani condemned the killings of civilians and said the LG’s administration should be made answerable for these killings. “You all know that when there is any security review meeting or security-related matters, the elected government is…

Baramulla Authorities Take Action Against Kaaba Replica Builder

February 7, 2025 Editor

Jammu and Kashmir Police have apprehended a man in Baramulla after he constructed a structure resembling the Holy Kaaba, which later went viral on social media. Srinagar 6 Feb: Jammu and Kashmir Police have apprehended a man in Baramulla after he constructed a structure resembling the Holy Kaaba, which later went viral on social media. This triggered anger among people in the Valley, who sought strict action against the person. Meanwhile, the structure was later demolished by locals, the police said. Police in a statement said that Abdul Razak Lone, a…

Kulgam Terror Attack: Ex-Serviceman Killed, Wife and Daughter Wounded

February 3, 2025 Editor

Ex-serviceman killed, wife and daughter injured in terrorist attack in Kashmir’s Kulgam; The incident occurred in the Behibagh area, where terrorists opened fire on Manzoor Ahmad Wagay and his family. Srinagar, Feb 03: An ex-Army man, who along with his wife and daughter injured after terrorists fired upon them from point-blank range in the Behibagh area of south Kashmir’s Kulgam district, has succumbed to his injuries on Monday. The officials said that all three were taken to hospital in injured condition where ex-army man identified as Manzoor Ahmad Wagay succumbed…

Jewellery Store Robbery in Jammu Highlights Deteriorating Security

February 3, 2025 Editor

Heist at jewellery shop in Jammu sparks worries over law and order A day after a robbery at a jewellery showroom in Jammu’s Greater Kailash area, locals and political parties have raised serious concerns about the deteriorating law and order situation in the city. In the heist, two bike-borne robbers held the owner hostage and fled with 1.5 kg of gold. The incident occurred around 1:30 pm on Saturday when the robbers entered the jewellery shop and stole 1500 grams of gold at knife-point. Manish Sahni, president of the Shiv…

Delhi Drug Bust: Three Jammu Youths Arrested with 180 gm Heroin

January 29, 2025 Editor

3 Jammu youths held with 180 gm heroin in Delhi Delhi Police has arrested three drug peddlers and recovered 180 gm of heroin worth Rs 90 lakh from their possession, officials said on Tuesday. The arrested trio has been identified as Asher (28), Brettlee Bhatti (23) and Aman (24), all residents of Jammu, who were involved in distributing heroin across Delhi-NCR, police said in a statement. Acting on a tip-off, police arrested the trio on January 25. A subsequent search led to the seizure of 180 gm of heroin, which…

J&K on High Alert: NDMA Issues Warning for Forest Fires Due to Dry Weather

January 24, 2025 Editor

NDMA warns of high forest fire risk in J&K amid prolonged dry spell Srinagar, Jan 23: Amid a prolonged dry spell, the (NDMA) has issued a warning of a very high risk of forest fires in Jammu and Kashmir over the next seven days, particularly in the Jammu region. “Very High Forest Fire Risk is likely to occur over forest areas in J&K in the next seven days. In case of emergency, dial 112,” said NDMA. The warning is valid until 11 am on January 30. Chief Conservator of Forests (CCF),…

Transport Crackdown: Unlicensed Taxis Under Scrutiny in Kashmir

January 22, 2025 Editor

Kashmir transport authorities to crack down on illegal taxi services Srinagar, Jan 21: Transport authorities in Jammu and Kashmir have promised strict action against unauthorised cab services following mounting pressure from licensed taxi operators who claim their business is being undercut by illegal competitors. The assurance came during a crucial meeting between the JK Radio Taxi Drivers Association, Transport Commissioner, and Regional Transport Office (RTO) Kashmir, where drivers voiced concerns over the rising use of private vehicles for commercial taxi services in Srinagar and Jammu. “These illegal operations are severely…