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Former minister, Ghulam Hassan Geelani, passed away this morning. A five-time MLA from Budgam, his contributions to the political landscape were invaluable.
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The Supreme Court on Monday directed the registrar general of the Jammu and Kashmir High Court to ensure proper video conferencing facilities at a special court in Jammu hearing the 1989 Rubaiya Sayeed kidnapping and the 1990 Srinagar shootout cases involving jailed JKLF chief Yasin Malik and others.
The top court also directed the registrar general of the Delhi High Court to ensure proper video conferencing facilities at Tihar jail also where Malik is lodged in connection with another terror financing case.
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The bench has asked both the high court registrars to file their status reports on February 18 and fixed the plea of CBI for hearing on February 21.
A bench comprising Justices Abhay S Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan was hearing a plea of the CBI seeking the transfer of the trials in the 1989 Rubaiya Sayeed kidnapping and the 1990 Srinagar shootout cases from Jammu to New Delhi so that Malik is not needed to be taken to the special court there.
The top court on December 18, last year had given six accused two weeks to respond to the CBI’s plea to transfer the trial the cases.
One case relates to the killing of four Indian Air Force personnel on January 25, 1990 in Srinagar and the other to the abduction of Sayeed, daughter of then union home minister Mufti Mohammed Sayeed, on December 8, 1989.Malik, chief of the banned organisation JKLF, is facing trial in both cases.
The top court was hearing a CBI plea against the September 20, 2022 order of a Jammu trial court directing Malik, serving a life term in Tihar jail, to be produced before it physically to cross-examine prosecution witnesses in the Sayeed case.The CBI said Malik was a threat to national security and cannot be allowed to be taken outside the Tihar jail premises.
Sayeed, who was freed five days after her abduction when the then BJP-backed V P Singh government at the Centre released five terrorists in exchange, now lives in Tamil Nadu. She is a prosecution witness for the CBI, which took over the case in early 1990s.Malik has been lodged in Tihar jail after he was sentenced by a special NIA court in May 2023 in a terror-funding case.
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An Army soldier died by suicide at the Ragni post in north Kashmir’s Kupwara district on Sunday night.Official sources told news agency JKNS that the soldier died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound using his service weapon.
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He was immediately evacuated to the hospital for treatment, but doctors declared him brought dead.Meanwhile, the police have registered a case, and an investigation is underway. (JKNS)
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High-level inter-ministerial team led by G K Garg, a Director rank officer from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), arrived in Rajouri to investigate the mysterious deaths in Badhaal village. The team, dispatched by Home Minister Amit Shah, includes 16 members from various ministries and experts who landed in Jammu before proceeding to Rajouri.
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Upon their arrival, the team held a high-level meeting with local administration officials, health experts, and a team from the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), which has been in the district for several days. The team’s visit comes in response to growing concerns over the unexplained deaths that have caused panic in the region.
The investigation aims to determine the cause of the deaths and provide relief to the affected families. MLA Budhal Javed Iqbal Choudhary emphasized the importance of the team’s findings in unraveling the mystery and preventing further tragedies.
The team is scheduled to visit Badhaal village on Monday to conduct a field examination and an on-spot situation review. Experts from reputable institutions across the country have been brought in to understand the causes of the deaths, which have claimed 17 lives since December 7.
Patients affected by the mysterious condition reported symptoms such as fever, pain, nausea, and loss of consciousness before succumbing within days of hospital admission. A Jammu and Kashmir government spokesperson stated that investigations and samples indicated the incidents were not due to a communicable disease of bacterial or viral origin.
Earlier, the Chief Minister Omar Abdullah held a high-level meeting to discuss the situation, directing the health and police departments to expedite their investigations. The presence of the inter-ministerial team underscores the urgency of resolving the issue and providing answers to the affected community.
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On a crisp Monday morning, as the cold wave gripped Srinagar, the iconic Dal Lake stood as a breathtaking canvas, its surface glistening under a thin layer of frost.
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As per the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), a cold wave is continuing in Srinagar, with temperatures dipping to a low of -2°C. The city is expected to see a maximum temperature of 7°C, accompanied by a partly cloudy sky throughout the day.
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A huge influx of tourists thronged to the famous Guldanda meadow of Jammu and Kashmir’s Bhaderwah on Monday.
This comes after the authorities allowed traffic movement on the Bhaderwah-Pathankot National Highway after the clearance of snow upto Guldanda.
The Guldanda meadow is covered in a large amount of snow where tourists were seen enjoying.
This site of Bhaderwah has emerged as a favourite destination of the Jammu region as tourists are thronging from different parts of the country to enjoy the mundane beauty.
The snow-filled Guldanda meadow of Bhaderwah located at a height of more than 10,000 feet above sea level is attracting the heavy influx of tourists to enjoy the snow in the famous tourist destination of Jammu region in the territory.
Tourists are also enjoying the beauty of snow at Guldanda Meadow and describing it as one of the best places to visit. They also appealed to others to visit Bhaderwah and explore it.
It is notable that after a heavy snowfall, the roads leading to Guldanda and other tourist destinations were closed but with the efforts of the District Administration led by DC Doda Harvinder Singh and BRO, the Bhaderwah-Basholi-Pathankot highway has been restored and traffic movement has been allowed for the visitors.
Meanwhile, scenic visuals have also emerged from Srinagar’s Dal Lake amidst the cold wave in the city.
According to the India Meteorological Department,the lowest temperature in Srinagar is -2°C and the maximum is 7°C with a forecast of a partly cloudy sky.
Notably, the period of Chillai Kalan has started in Jammu and Kashmir. It is a 40-day period of extreme cold in Jammu and Kashmir, particularly in the Kashmir Valley.
Also known as Chilla-i-Kalan, meaning “forty days of intense cold,” this period is marked by sub-zero temperatures, frozen water bodies, and landscapes covered in frost and snow.
The region typically experiences significant snowfall, disrupting daily life. During this time, temperatures often drop to extremely low levels, leading to the freezing of water bodies, including parts of the famous Dal Lake in Srinagar. (ANI)
The former ‘Love Island’ star, Molly-Mae Hague, was recently seen spending a delightful day with her daughter Bambi, capturing a sweet mother-daughter moment. This public outing comes on the heels of significant revelations shared in her new documentary.
Following the release of her documentary, Behind It All, the 25-year-old influencer took some time off to enjoy with her daughter. Molly-Mae was dressed warmly in an oversized teddy bear coat, paired with black jeans and a cosy sweater.
To shield herself from the sun, she accessorised with trendy sunglasses and tied her long blonde hair back, completing her look with a pair of silver trainers. Little Bambi, who is set to celebrate her second birthday next week, looked adorable in a heart-patterned bomber jacket.
In one of the snapshots, Molly-Mae is seen allowing Bambi to walk independently before gently picking her up, highlighting a tender moment between the two.
In her documentary, Molly-Mae candidly discussed the challenges she faced before accepting Tommy Fury’s proposal, describing the period as “getting a bit tricky.” She fondly recalled the proposal as “perfect,” which took place on a picturesque cliff in Ibiza in July 2023.
Despite the joyous engagement, the couple went their separate ways just over a year later amidst rumours of infidelity, which Tommy denied. The couple had previously announced their pregnancy in September 2022 and welcomed their daughter Bambi on January 23, 2023.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha expressed his gratitude to voluntary organ donors and called upon the public to join the noble cause of organ and tissue donation. Attending a program organized by Bharatiya Jain Sangathan J&K under SS Jain Sabha J&K, he requested the State Organ and Tissue Transplant Organization to add his name to the donors’ list.
Emphasizing the importance of organ donation, he called for collective efforts to make transplants affordable and accessible using modern technology. The Lieutenant Governor also highlighted the need for permanent help-desks in hospitals to provide information and counter myths surrounding organ donation. He encouraged the youth to imbibe the ideals of Lord Mahavir and dedicate themselves to humanity’s service.
The program also saw the launch of initiatives like ‘BJS Khilona Bank’ to provide educational toys to underprivileged children and ‘BJS Moksh Path’ to promote organ donation.
The President of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference, Dr. Farooq Abdullah Sunday expressed anguish over the mysterious illness that has claimed the lives of many in Budhal village of Rajouri.
In a statement released from the party headquarters, Dr. Farooq expressed concern about the situation in Budhal village. However, he commended the timely action of the government, particularly the Chief Minister for reassuring the public that the reasons behind the deaths will be determined.
He praised the health ministry for conducting extensive tests on the ground to uncover the causes of the deaths.Dr. Farooq emphasized the importance of all branches of the administration, both civil and police, working together as directed by the Chief Minister to determine the cause of the deaths. He also acknowledged the efforts of the central government in assisting the local administration in identifying the root cause of the deaths.
Dr. Farooq urged the government to provide additional support to the affected households.
The Party President also extended condolences to the bereaved households during this challenging time, expressing that the party’s rank and file stand in solidarity with them in their time of utmost grief.(KNS)
In a historic milestone for the National Cadet Corps (NCC), newly established 1 J&K Air Squadron NCC successfully conducted its maiden flight on January 17 at Udhampur.
This achievement, organized under the aegis of the NCC Directorate Jammu, Kashmir & Ladakh, marks a significant step in the organization’s commitment to providing dynamic training opportunities to its cadets.
Lt Col Suneel Bartwal, Spokesperson Ministry of Defence, Jammu told Rising Kashmir that NCC cadets from the newly raised 1 J&K Air Squadron NCC made their inaugural flight, marking a significant achievement for the NCC.
“The maiden flight took place at Udhampur, under the aegis of NCC DTE Jammu Kashmir & Ladakh, offering the cadets an unforgettable experience and hands-on exposure to aviation,” he said.
The spokesman said that 1 J&K Air Sqn NCC which has been recently raised under the leadership of its first Commanding Officer Wing Commander Nitin Yadav holds the unique distinction of being the first and the only Air NCC squadron in this region.
“The unit is dedicated to fostering excellence in aviation and adventure training among cadets, preparing them for leadership roles both within the armed forces and in civilian life,” he said.
The spokesman said that unit has been equipped with Microlight aircrafts to ensure flying training of cadets and gain practical experience in aviation.
Cadet Siya Kotwal from SKUAST Jammu, the first cadet to take to the skies, expressed her enthusiasm, said that flying was an experience she will never forget.
“It is a dream come true and an opportunity I never imagined I would get. This flight has inspired me to push myself further and pursue my passion for aviation,” he said.
Cadet Aviral from Army Public School, Udhampur said that flying experience has motivated him to push toward his dream of joining the Armed Forces.
Speaking at the event, Wing Commander Nitin Yadav said that the first flight signifies not just a technical achievement but a new chapter in the NCC’s mission to inspire and challenge the youth of our nation.
“We are proud to provide opportunities for cadets to explore new horizons and enhance their skills in multi-dimensional domains,” he said.
Yadav said that this successful event sets the stage for expanding aviation and adventure training programs in the region. The 1 J&K Air Squadron NCC is poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of young leaders by instilling discipline, confidence, and teamwork, he added.