90% of leopard sighting reports in urban areas false: Wildlife officials
Srinagar: Amidst escalating reports of leopard sightings in urban areas of Kashmir, the experts from wildlife department here have shed light on the multifaceted blend of factors contributing to these encounters, revealing that around 90% of such reports are deemed false upon investigation. Parvez Ahmad, Wildlife Warden of the central division Kashmir highlighted that while […]
Evaluate, enhance strategies to thwart potential terror activities: IGP
Srinagar: Kashmir IGP V K Birdi has directed security forces in the valley to evaluate and enhance existing strategies to thwart any potential terror activities to ensure public safety and uphold the integrity of the electoral process, police said on Saturday. The Kashmir zone IGP chaired a joint security coordination meeting at Awantipora in south […]
Terrorist hideout busted in Reasi
Jammu: A terrorist hideout was busted in Reasi district on Saturday, leading to seizure of some incriminating material, police said. The hideout was busted in Dalas Barneli area in Arnas sub division during a search and cordon operation, which was launched following reliable information about its presence, a police spokesperson said. Two detonators, 12 rounds […]
Kashmiri Agri products break geographical boundaries, capture e-commerce platforms
Srinagar: From garlic to Rajmah, Kashmiri agriproducts are fast transcending geographical boundaries by making their way on to various ecommerce platforms. Kashmir, famous for its breathtaking landscapes, also boasts a rich agricultural heritage. However, due to geographical constraints and limited market access, Kashmiri farmers often faced challenges in reaching a broader consumer base. The emergence […]
122 glaciers shrinking in Pir Panjal: report
Predicts heightened risk of glacial lake outburst floods Srinagar: A study on the damage caused by climate change has revealed shocking information. According to the report, 122 glaciers are shrinking in the Pir Panjal, raising concerns about potential glacial lake outburst floods. Researchers have identified 122 glaciers in the Pir Panjal range, whose size has […]
Lt Guv greets people on Mahavir Jayanti eve
JAMMU: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has greeted the people on the auspicious occasion of Mahavir Jayanti. In a message, the Lt Governor said: “On the auspicious occasion of Mahavir Jayanti, I extend my greetings and good wishes to all. Lord Mahavir is the epitome of non-violence, truth and peace. Through his life and noble teachings, […]
Unauthorized roadside parking in B’la can prove dearly to vehicle owners
Authorities mull to impose fine of 5K for wrong parking Baramulla: Authorities in Baramulla have urged people to refrain from encroaching roads and parking their vehicles on roadsides, saying violators will have to pay a hefty fine of Rs 5000. Street vendors, encroachment of roads by shopkeepers by putting merchandise, signboards and wrong parking of […]
LS polls 2024: Voters turn out in huge numbers during phase one
New Delhi/Jammu: An aggregate 60.03 per cent voter turnout was recorded in phase one of the Lok Sabha polls on Friday, the Election Commission (EC) said. While the figures were issued after the conclusion of polls, the commission said people who were in the queue when voting ended at 6 pm were allowed to exercise […]
Two labourers die after falling into trench in Kulgam village in south Kashmir
Kulgam: Two labourers died while two were rescued after they slipped and fell into a trench in Chakpora area of south Kashmir’ Kulgam on Friday, officials said. An official said that the laborers were working in the trench when suddenly they slipped and fell into it. “Soon after the incident police and locals rushed to […]
Voters of ‘silent hamlet’ cast ballots for basic amenities
Threaten boycott of future polls Dhadkah (Doda): The residents of Dhadkahi, known as the “silent village” in Jammu and Kashmir’s Doda district due to its large deaf-and-dumb population, exercised their right to vote in the Lok Sabha polls on Friday in the hope of getting basic amenities, such as roads, water, healthcare facilities and education. […]
