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CBI Arrested Patwari for Accepting Rs 40,000 Bribe in Halqa Soal Reasi Jammu

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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested three accused including Patwari, Halqa Soal, Tehsil Katra, Distt. Reasi and two private persons (a Property Dealer and a middleman) while demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 40,000 from the complainant.

“A case was registered by CBI on a complaint against a Property Dealer, R/o Village Jib, Tehsil & Distt. Udhampur on allegations that accused Property Dealer was demanding a bribe of Rs 40,000 on behalf of a Patwari, from the complainant for issuance of Fard (revenue extract) of property, being purchased by complainant’s father (from the Property Dealer),” a statement issued to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) reads.

It added that CBI laid a trap and said Property Dealer, a middleman, said Patwari were caught in a relayed-triple-trap. “The accused Property Dealer was caught red-handed first while demanding and accepting bribe of Rs 40,000 from the complainant. During further trap proceedings, a middleman was apprehended while accepting bribe from the accused Property Dealer. Thereafter, accused Patwari was also apprehended while accepting bribe from the said middleman,” the statement reads.

CBI conducted searches at the residential premises of accused, it said, adding that all three accused will be produced before the Court of Special Judge, Anti-Corruption (CBI Cases), Jammu, today while investigation is going on—(KNO)

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60 year woman Dies After Her House Collapses In Rajouri

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60 Year-Old woman died after her house collapsed due to heavy rain in Rajouri district, officials said.

Officials told that last night, due to heavy rains, a woman identified as Kako Devi aged 60 died after her Kutcha house collapsed. Her body was recovered by the locals from the debris. Also, many cattle were dead in this incident.

Meanwhile, police have registered a case in this regard.(GNS)

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After Fire Exchange with Militants in Khaneed Udhampur Security Forces Launches Operation

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After an exchange of fire with terrorists yesterday evening, a search operation was launched by security forces in the Khaneed Area of Basantgarh in the Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir.

After receiving input regarding suspicious movement in the area, a SADO (search and destroy operation) was launched on Tuesday.

Contact has been established with a group of terrorists in the Khaned area of Police Station Basantgarh in Udhampur District. The operation is currently underway.

DIG Udhampur Reasi Range Rayees Mohammad Bhat said, “For the last three to four days, we have been tracking the movement of terrorists in the Khaneed area of Basantgarh of Udhampur district.

Yesterday, after specific input was gleaned regarding the movement of terrorists in the area, a SADO was launched in the wee hours by our parties.”

“After around 4:30 pm, our contact was established with a group of terrorists yesterday and within two hours, the contact was established twice.

A group of terrorists is present under our cordon and that is the reason we are conducting the second day of the search operation today.

Our CRPF, police and Army are consistently present here. The group consists of three to four terrorists whom we are trying to neutralise as soon as possible,” the DIG Udhampur Reasi Range stated further.

Elaborating on the geographical conditions of the area, he said, “This area has hilly terrain and dense coniferous forests. The weather these days is also cloudy and rainy. The conditions are foggy, which is why our visibility is limited.”

Meanwhile, on August 6, Minister of State (MoS) for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai said that there have been two terrorist attacks on pilgrims and 14 casualties were reported during the past five years in the country.

In a reply to the question raised by Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Abhishek Banerjee in Lok Sabha, MoS Rai said that the central government framed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and also implemented them, in particular, for the safety/security of pilgrims in Jammu and Kashmir.

He added that adequate security arrangements in coordination with all security agencies have been put in place for the safety of pilgrims. (ANI)

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Mysterious Explosion in North Kashmir’s Kupwara Two women injured 

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Two women were injured in a mysterious explosion at Check Keegam, Gujarpati area in north Kashmir’s Kupwara district, officials said Tuesday.

Quoting a police official, news agency KNC reported that two women, identified as Nahida Begum, daughter of Farooq Ahmad Gojar and Afrooza Begum W/O Gh Hassan Gojar, residents of Chek Keegam, Gujarpati got injured in a mysterious explosion near an army camp at Keegam Forest area during collection of firewood.

“Both the injured were shifted to GMC Handwara, where from they were referred to JVC Srinagar for advanced treatment,” the official said, adding that investigations have been started to find out the actual cause of explosion.(KNS)

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Sexual Assault Case in Srinagar Police takes cognizance

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Jammu and Kashmir Police on Tuesday said that they have taken cognizance in a sexual assault on a minor in a school in central Kashmir’s Srinagar district.

In a post on X, Srinagar Police wrote, “Police has taken cognizance upon written information by the administrative authority of a particular school regarding sexual assault on a minor student.

Case FIR 44/2024 under relevant sections of POCSO Act stands registered at PS Kothibagh & investigation has been taken up, reads the post.

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Farooq Abdullah: Bangladesh’s Unrest a Warning to Dictators Worldwide

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National Conference leader Farooq Abdullah has commented on the current situation in Bangladesh, describing it as a “lesson for every dictator.” He emphasized that there comes a point when people’s patience runs out, as seen in Bangladesh.

Abdullah noted the significant interest in the situation, highlighting the country’s poor economy and internal issues. He mentioned that the student-led movement in Bangladesh was uncontrollable by any force, including the Army, serving as a warning to all dictators. “There comes a time when the patience of the people is over, and that is what happened,” he stated in an interview with ANI.

He also pointed out that there was a sentiment in Bangladesh to raise a voice against the global oppression of Muslims. Abdullah suggested that if Sheikh Hasina had not fled, she might have been killed.

The political climate in Bangladesh remains unstable following Sheikh Hasina’s resignation amid growing protests. Initially sparked by students demanding an end to the government job quota system, these protests have expanded into broader anti-government demonstrations.

In response to the situation, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar chaired an all-party meeting in Delhi. The meeting included prominent leaders such as Rahul Gandhi, Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah, JP Nadda, Kiren Rijiju, HD Kumaraswamy, Rajiv Ranjan Singh, KC Venugopal, and Supriya Sule.

During the meeting, Jaishankar briefed the leaders on the unrest in Bangladesh. Rahul Gandhi expressed serious concerns about India’s foreign policy but supported the government’s measures, emphasizing their alignment with national interests.

The meeting underscored the complexities of India’s foreign policy, with leaders engaging in a robust discussion on managing the delicate situation in Bangladesh while protecting India’s interests.

There were also inquiries about the whereabouts of Sheikh Hasina. The government confirmed that she is in India, under the care of the National Security Advisor and his team.

Recent clashes in Dhaka have resulted in at least 135 deaths, including 14 police officers, and hundreds of injuries, according to local media.

Following her resignation, Sheikh Hasina arrived in India on Monday evening. It remains unclear whether she will stay in Delhi or travel elsewhere, with some reports suggesting a possible move to London.

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BJP Marks Fifth Anniversary of Article 370 Abrogation with Ekatma Mahotsav Rally in Jammu

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“On the fifth anniversary of the abrogation of Article 370, which took place on August 5, 2019, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) organized a grand “Ekatma Mahotsav Rally” at Bana Singh Stadium in RS Pura, Jammu & Kashmir. The rally marked the beginning of a new chapter focused on development, peace, and progress in the region.

Prominent BJP leaders, including Union Minister Kishan Reddy Gangapuram, BJP National General Secretary Sh. Tarun Chugh, J&K BJP President Sh. Ravinder Raina, and others addressed the gathering. They urged the people of Jammu & Kashmir to wholeheartedly support the BJP in the upcoming Assembly Elections. Their goal is to promote development, enhance infrastructure, and establish sustainable and lasting peace in the region.

During the rally, Sh. Kishan Reddy Gangapuram emphasized the challenges faced by Jammu & Kashmir due to the Abdullah family and Pakistan. He credited the strong leadership of PM Modi and HM Sh. Amit Shah for the historic decision to abrogate Article 370. This move aligned J&K with the Indian Constitution, marking a significant milestone in the region’s development.

Under the Modi government, the focus has shifted from terrorism to tourism in Jammu & Kashmir. Sh. G. Kishan Reddy highlighted the strengthening of democracy, with rights extended to SCs, STs, OBCs, and Pahris post Article 370’s abrogation.

Sh. Tarun Chugh paid tribute to Dr. Shyama Prasad Mookherjee, emphasizing the BJP’s commitment to unifying J&K with the rest of India. He praised PM Narendra Modi for implementing the Constitution in the region. The BJP continues to work on development, trust-building, and security in Jammu & Kashmir.

In summary, the abrogation of Article 370 has ushered in a new era of progress, and the BJP aims to form the next government in Jammu and Kashmir.”

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Amarnath Yatra Pilgrims Depart from Jammu

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A fresh batch of pilgrims leaving on Monday for the Amarnath Yatra were stopped at the Jammu base camp due to the weather conditions.

A pilgrim from Delhi who had come for the Yatra said they were stopped at the base camp today and could leave tomorrow. He added that all arrangements were made to accommodate the people who couldn’t go on the yatra today.

“I have come here from Delhi for the Amarnath Yatra. All the pilgrims were stopped today from going due to the weather conditions.

However, they said that we could go tomorrow. All arrangements have been made here for our stay. I hope we will be able to leave tomorrow,” he said.

‘We came here yesterday. We were supposed to depart today but we have been stopped due to the weather conditions.

All arrangements made here are very good,” said Amit Kumar Jaiswal, another pilgrim.

Despite facing disruptions due to bad weather conditions, pilgrims expressed satisfaction with the arrangements and hoped for better weather to complete their journey.

The Yatra, conducted by the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board, is divided into two routes: one through Pahalgam and the other through Baltal in the Ganderbal district of Kashmir. Baltal serves as the camping ground for pilgrims.

The Yatra, which officially began on June 29 from the Baltal and Pahalgam base camps, is scheduled to conclude on August 19. (ANI)

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Army Opens Fire on Infiltrators along LoC in Akhnoor

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Security forces on Monday early morning opened fire after noticing the movement of two groups of infiltrators along the Line of Control (LoC) in Akhnoor and Sunderbani sectors, officials said.

A senior Army official said “Army opens fire on suspected infiltrators along LoC in Sunderbani Sector in Rajouri district,search operations underway.”

“Alert Army troops fired after picking up suspicious movement of three to four infiltrators in a forward area in the Battal sector of Akhnoor on the outskirts of Jammu around 1.30 am, he said adding that search operation was launched at first light, they said.

The Army troops also fired a few rounds on noticing suspicious movement in a forward area in the Sunderbani-Nowshera sector in Rajouri district around 12.30 am. A search of the area along the LoC is also underway, they added.