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Anantnag Police and Firefighters Swiftly Contain Blaze in Athnadan Pahalgam

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Athnadan Pahalgam

In a swift response, Anantnag Police, in coordination with Fire & Emergency Services, successfully doused a fire that broke out in a residential house and cowshed in Athnadan Pahalgam.

A Police spokesperson said, “Upon receiving the information, a dedicated team of Anantnag Police, along with firefighters, rushed to the scene and took immediate action to control the blaze. Their prompt intervention ensured that the fire was extinguished in time, preventing any loss of human life or livestock.

Anantnag Police commend the efforts of the firefighting team and appreciate the cooperation of local residents in managing the situation efficiently. Citizens are urged to remain vigilant and report any fire-related emergencies promptly to facilitate swift response and safeguard lives and property.

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No-Confidence Motion Against Nazir Ahmad Khan DDC Chairperson Budgam Scheduled for April 7

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DDC chairperson Budgam Nazir Ahmad Khan

The district development council (DDC) chairperson Budgam will face a no- confidence motion on April 7, the first such test for head of a third-tier Panchayati Raj system in Jammu & Kashmir.

The deputy commissioner Budgam has convened a meeting of the council on April 7 for consideration of no -confidence motion against DDC chairperson Budgam Nazir Ahmad Khan.

The notice, a copy of which is in possession of news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) states that a meeting of the council has been scheduled at 11:30 am at its office on April 7.
The move comes after High Court directed authorities to address the no- confidence motion against DDC chairperson.

In the 2024 Assembly elections, several DDC members including Khan plunged into fray, but most of them proved unsuccessful and even a few of them, including DDC chairperson Baramulla, forfeited deposit.

However, three DDC members- Irfan Hafiz Lone, Mehraj Malik and Waheed-ur- Rehman Para- emerged victorious in the polls—(KNO)

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Waheed ur Rehman Parra Urges Restoration of Special Cells for Women in Jammu & Kashmir

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People’s Democratic Party Legislative Party leader and MLA Pulwama, Waheed ur Rehman Parra on Saturday expressed serious concern over the shutting down Special cells for women in Jammu and Kashmir.

He urged Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Health and Edu Minister Sakina itoo, and Home Minister Amit Shah to consider the demand of restoration of special cells for women in Jammu and Kashmir.

In a post on X, Waheed para wrote, “Shutting down Special Cells for Women in J&K is a grave mistake.”

“These cells have helped hundreds of women survive violence, and we continue to receive calls for its restoration. Urging  @CM_JnK @sakinaitoo @HMOIndia to consider the demand.”he added.

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Case Registered Against Organizers of Youm-e-Quds Procession in Beerwah

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Police on Friday said that a case has been registered against the organizers and participants of a Youm-e-Quds procession in Sonpah village, Beerwah, for  creating law and order situation by raising objectionable slogans.

In a handout to GNS, the police said that during the procession, a large crowd gathered under the directions of organizer and gave objectionable slogans. By sloganeering, organisers tried to create law and order situation and blocked Sonpah – Beerwah road, thereby causing obstruction to smooth movement of general public.

Taking cognizance of the incident, Budgam Police have registered a case under Sections 126(2) and 189(6) of (BNS), 2023, vide FIR No. 33/2025 at Police Station Beerwah. Further investigation is underway, and necessary action as per law will be taken against those involved, he said.

Budgam police urge citizens to maintain peace and refrain from any activities that could disturb public order, reads the statement.

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Militancy in J&K Can’t End Without Public Support, Says Omar Abdullah

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Asserting that militancy in Jammu and Kashmir cannot be finished without the support of people, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said his government is extending support to the Union Home Ministry to ensure the security situation remains peaceful in the union territory.

“Though it (security) is directly not our responsibility, I am repeatedly saying that militancy cannot be finished without the support of the people. The elected government is making attempts and is supporting (Lt Governor) to keep situation under control and maintain peace,” the chief minister told reporters outside assembly here before the start of the day’s business.

He was responding to a question on the ongoing anti-terrorist operation in Sanyal near International border in Hiranagar sector of Kathua district.

“Such things have happened in the past as well and as far as my information is concerned, no contact was established (with terrorists). The search and cordon operation launched on the basis of suspicious movement is going on and let us see how the situation develops,” Abdullah said.

He said the operation is taking place in a border village and it is possible that they have come from across the border.

“Making any statement on this right away will be premature. Let us see how the situation develops,” he said.

Asked about frequent targeting of Kathua and Billawar by terrorists, the chief minister said many areas of Jammu belt has seen terror activities over the past couple of years as “we have seen it in Rajouri and Poonch and several others areas” and their attempt is disturb peace”.

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Terrorism and Stone-Pelting Declined in J&K Under Modi’s Zero-Tolerance Policy: Amit Shah

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Amit Shah Reaffirms

Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said that the terrorism, stone-pelting incidents, and hartals in Jammu and Kashmir have sharply declined under the zero-tolerance policy initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Replying to the discussion on the working of the Ministry of Home Affairs in the Rajya Sabha, Union Home Minister Amit Shah as per news agency JKNS said that terrorism, stone-pelting incidents, and hartals in Jammu and Kashmir have sharply declined under the zero-tolerance policy initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

HM Shah said that terrorists used to enter from the neighbouring country, and not a single festival was celebrated without fear. After PM Modi came to power, attacks like Uri and Pulwama were answered within 10-days through surgical and air strikes.

Shah said that earlier, thousands would join the funerals of terrorists. “In our term, no one joins. The terrorist is dragged to the last rites at the same place he was killed,” he said.

He said that from 2010 to 2014, on average, 2,654 stone-pelting incidents took place every year, and 132 organised hartals were recorded annually. In 2024, he said, no one dares to do either. “112 people were killed and 6,000 injured in stone-pelting incidents. Today when there is no stone pelting, who will get killed?” he asked.

On jobs, investments, and industrial growth in J&K, Shah said that from 2019 to 2024, 40,000 government jobs were provided in Jammu and Kashmir. “1.51 lakh self-employment opportunities have been created, skilling clubs are operational, and Rs 12,000 crore investment has already materialised on the ground with MoUs worth Rs 1.1 lakh crore signed,” he added.

On Article 370 abrogation, Shah said that Article 370 was the base for separatism and was abrogated on August 5, 2019. “With the abrogation of Article 370 the Modi government fulfilled the dream of One Constitution, One Flag, and One Prime Minister for the country,” he said.

On reduction in terror deaths, Shah stated that there has been a 70% reduction in deaths due to terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir during Modi’s government, and terror incidents have fallen significantly.

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Patiala House Court Defers Bail Order for Baramulla MP Engineer Rashid in NIA Terror Case

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Delhi’s Patiala House Court on Wednesday deferred the order on the regular bail plea of Baramulla MP Abdul Rashid Sheikh alias Engineer Rashid.He is an accused in a terror case lodged by the National Investigation Agency (NIA).

Special Judge (NIA) deferred the order and listed it on March 21 for orders.His bail plea has been pending since September last year. The Delhi High Court had directed the special NIA court to expedite the matter.The Delhi High Court on February 24 directed the Trial Court to expedite its decision on Engineer Rashid’s bail plea.

On March 10, his plea seeking interim bail/ custody parole to attend the parliament was rejected.Previously, the trial court had declined to rule on his bail plea, stating that it lacked jurisdiction.It is to be noted that it is an NIA Designated Court and Engineer Rashid has become an MP, which involves specific designation powers for MPs and MLAs court.

Justice Vikas Mahajan issued the direction after being informed by the high court’s registrar that the Supreme Court clarified that the NIA court could hear Rashid’s bail plea.

The registrar’s lawyer had also informed the court that following this clarification, the Delhi High Court passed an administrative order directing that the trial be conducted by the NIA-designated court at Patiala House Court.

After the development, Senior Advocate N Hariharan withdrew the bail plea from Delhi High Court. He pointed out that his regular bail is pending since September 2024.

Rashid had approached the high court earlier, claiming he had no option for relief after the NIA court left his bail application unresolved due to its inability to handle cases involving MPs and MLAs, following his election to the Lok Sabha last year.

The same bench had allowed custody parole to Engineer Rashid, the MP from Baramulla, to attend the ongoing Parliament session for two days. (Feb 11 and Feb 13). He is lodged in Tihar Jail, Delhi, in connection with a terror funding case.

Engineer had moved the High Court after Additional Sessions Judge (ASJ) Chander Jit Singh, the special judge assigned to NIA cases, declined to rule on his bail application on December 23.

The judge had stated that the court only had the authority to hear miscellaneous applications, not bail petitions.

Rashid was arrested in August 2019 under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). During his incarceration, he filed his nomination for the 2024 parliamentary elections from jail and won by a margin of 2,04,000 votes, defeating former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah.(ANI)

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Ajaz Ahmad Bhat Inaugurates Resham Krishi Mela, Promotes Sericulture in J&K

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 Ajaz Ahmad Bhat (IAS), Director Sericulture J&K, today inaugurated the one day Resham Krishi Mela (Kissan Mela) at the Central Sericulture Research & Training Institute (CSR&TI), Pampore.

The event witnessed enthusiastic participation about 500 silkworm rearers and youth from all districts of Kashmir which reflects the growing interest in sericulture as a sustainable livelihood option.

The Resham Krishi Mela was jointly organized by the Sericulture Development Department J&K and CSR&TI Pampore to celebrate the achievements of the sericulture community and to encourage broader participation in sericulture-related activities. The event aimed at promoting modern techniques, best practices, and innovative methods to enhance silkworm seed production and cocoon quality.

On the occasion, Mr. Bhat felicitated silkworm rearers with mementos, certificates, and toolkits as a token of appreciation for their dedication and contribution to the sector. He highlighted that the primary objective of the event is to create awareness and provide capacity-building opportunities for silkworm rearers, farmers, and youth.

He emphasized that sericulture offers a dignified and profitable means of livelihood, particularly for rural communities, and urged more people to take advantage of the department’s schemes and initiatives.

Speaking at the event, Mr. Bhat stressed the need for the establishment of more Silk Reeling Units in J&K, which would not only boost the local economy but also ensure the utilization of raw silk within the region for cost-effective manufacturing of finished silk products. He also encouraged the youth to explore the vast potential of sericulture and leverage the benefits of government schemes to generate employment and improve their standard of living.

Dr. Sardar Singh, Director CSR&TI Pampore, while addressing the gathering, highlighted the various schemes and benefits available to the people of J&K through collaboration with the Sericulture Development Department J&K and CSR&TI Pampore. He assured full cooperation in capacity-building programs, skill development initiatives and the introduction of the latest innovations, techniques and research in sericulture.

During the event, several silkworm rearers and farmers shared their success stories, illustrating how the department’s support has transformed their livelihoods. They urged unemployed youth to explore sericulture as a viable and rewarding career.

Mr. Bhat also expressed his happiness over the continuous good spell of rainfall and snowfall at many places in J&K which will significantly augment the water reserves for irrigation in Mulberry Farms and Nurseries across J&K, besides, improve the quality of Mulberry foliage for ensuing silkworm Rearing.

The event was attended by Director CSR&TI Pampore, Joint Secretary (Tech), Central Silk Board, MoT, GoI, New Delhi, Additional Director Sericulture Dev. Department Kashmir, Prof. & Dean TSRI-SKUAST-K Mirgund, Project Executive Officer Srinagar/Kashmir, District Sericulture Officers from various districts, Manager Seed (BSSM), and other officers from the Sericulture Development Department and the Central Silk Board.

The Resham Krishi Mela served as a platform to strengthen the sericulture sector in J&K by fostering knowledge-sharing, skill enhancement, and promoting entrepreneurship among farmers and youth. The event concluded with a renewed commitment to furthering the growth and sustainability of the sericulture industry in the region.

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Sajad Lone Calls Reservation System Unfair to Kashmiri-Speaking People, ST, and EWS in Kashmir

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Jammu and Kashmir People’s Conference President Sajad lone on Saturday said that the whole reservation concept is rigged against the Kashmiri speaking population and against ST or EWS living in Kashmir.

In a post on X, Sajad lone wrote, “Kashmir as region is far far behind. The net loss of quotas to Kashmiri speaking population is of a much higher scale than we had thought.”

“The whole reservation concept is rigged against the Kashmiri speaking population and against ST or EWS living in Kashmir.” he said.

“Even the ST population living in Kashmir is a net loser. They make up a meagre 15% of the total applicants from the ST pool.” Sajad lone wrote.

“RBA is almost same but when you adjust for population, against it is less. Kashmir population is approximately 7% more. And areas under RBA are almost same proportionately. Yet in number terms they are behind Jammu.” the post reads.

“And lastly the Committe set up by government on 10/12/2024 to examine grievances has no specific timeline for submitting report. We were told it is 6 months timeline.” He said in a post.

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J&K Govt Issues 58 Domicile Certificates in Non Locals in Beerwah Budgam Area

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Omar Abdullah

The Jammu & Kashmir Government informed the Legislative Assembly that 58 non-locals have been issued domicile certificates in Beerwah, Budgam, on the grounds of marriage.

In a written reply to a question posed by the MLA Beerwah, Dr. Muhammad Shafi, Minister for Social Welfare Sakina Masood (Ittoo) informed the House that 58 non-locals have been granted domicile certificates in Beerwah.

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When asked about the grounds for issuing these certificates, the minister stated that they have been issued on marriage grounds—(KNO)

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