Tral’s Kangloora residents seek immediate concreting of irrigation canal
Pulwama: Farmers from Kangloora village in Tral area of south Kashmir’s Pulwama district on Tuesday appealed to the authorities to undertake complete concreting of an irrigation canal originating from Watal Ara, alleging that persistent leakages have drastically reduced the flow of water to their paddy fields. The aggrieved farmers said the canal serves as a […]
First-ever open garlic market at Prichoo Mandi draws huge farmer participation
Buyers from outside valley show keen interest Pulwama: The first-ever open garlic market established at Prichoo Fruit Mandi in south Kashmir’s Pulwama district is witnessing a steady inflow of fresh produce, with farmers from various villages arriving daily to sell their harvested garlic. The initiative has generated optimism among growers who believe that a […]
Low hanging transformer at Rakh Litter sparks safety fears among residents
Pulwama: Residents of Rakh Litter area in south Kashmir’s Pulwama district have expressed serious concern over a power transformer installed at an unusually low height along the main road, alleging that it poses a constant threat to the lives of pedestrians, particularly children. According to locals, the transformer has been installed barely a foot above […]
Urs of Shah-e-Hamdan (RA) observed in Tral with deep religious Fervour
Thousands gather at Khanqah Faiz Panah, Devotees participate in night-long prayers Pulwama: The annual Urs of revered Sufi saint Hazrat Ameer-e-Kabir Mir Syed Ali Hamdani (RA), popularly known as Shah-e-Hamdan (RA), was observed with immense religious devotion and spiritual enthusiasm at Khanqah Faiz Panah in Tral area of south Kashmir, where thousands of devotees from […]
Dull markets, weak animal sales cast shadow over eid preparations in Pulwama, Shopian
Pulwama: The usual festive rush ahead of Eid-ul-Adha is missing from markets across south Kashmir’s Pulwama and Shopian districts this year, as traders and livestock dealers report poor business activity and weak sales of sacrificial animals. From garment shops and bakeries to kitchenware stores and livestock markets, traders say customer footfall has dropped significantly compared […]
Galander Pulwama residents demand potable water
Say women, elderly forced to walk long distances for water Locals allege negligence in Mechanical Water Works Scheme Pulwama: Residents of Gujjar Colony in Galander area of Pampore have appealed to the authorities for the immediate restoration of drinking water supply, alleging that the locality has been facing an acute water crisis due to the […]
Contractors demand early clearance of pending payments, cite financial hardships
Say delay in release of deposits affecting livelihood, hampering developmental works Anantnag: Contractors associated with various government departments in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district on Tuesday appealed to the authorities to expedite the clearance of their long-pending payments, stating that the continued delay has pushed many of them into severe financial distress and is affecting the […]
Kakapora social activist stages unique protest, demands completion of SDH project
Residents say prolonged delay in Sub-District Hospital construction is causing immense hardship to patients Pulwama: A social activist in south Kashmir’s Kakapora area on Monday staged a unique protest against the prolonged delay in the construction of the Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Kakapora, demanding immediate completion of the long-pending healthcare project. The protest was led by […]
Vital Trenz–Arihal road in shambles, locals demand urgent macadamisation
Pulwama: The vital Trenz to Arihal road in south Kashmir’s Pulwama district continues to remain in a severely dilapidated condition, with residents from several villages expressing anger over the authorities’ failure to undertake macadamisation work for years. The road, considered an important link connecting parts of Shopian and Kulgam districts with Srinagar via Pulwama, has […]
Gonkocha Tral residents protest over dilapidated road, accuse authorities of neglect
Pulwama: Residents of Gonkocha area in south Kashmir’s Tral on Thursday staged a protest against the administration over the alleged failure to repair and widen the main road connecting the locality with the town, saying the area continues to suffer due to official apathy despite repeated pleas. The protesters, including elderly residents, youth and students, […]