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Irfan Mughal Page, Mandi, Poonch (2025)

27/06/2025

2 former ministers to rejoin Congress

Srinagar, June 27 (KNO): In a significant political development, two senior leaders and former ministers, Taj Mohiuddin and Ghulam Mohammad Saroori, are set to rejoin Congress on Friday.

Sources told news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that the duo are returning to the party today.

Both leaders had parted ways with the Congress following the launch of Ghulam Nabi Azad’s Democratic Progressive Azad Party. However they stayed for a brief period there and contested the 2024 Assembly elections as independent candidates.

This rejoining comes on the heels of other prominent political figures—Choudhary Guzlar Khatana and Muhammad Amin Bhat—also returning to the Congress fold, boosting the party’s prospects in south Kashmir where National Conference (NC) won 10 of 16 seats in the 2024 elections—(KNO)

27/06/2025

No Student or Teacher Shall Be Compelled to Attend School During Summer Vacation: DSEK.

26/06/2025

Tragic Accident in Rudraprayag:
A bus carrying pilgrims from Rudraprayag to Badrinath fell into a deep gorge and was swept away by the strong currents of the Alaknanda River.

26/06/2025

16-Year-old Student Drowns in River Jhelum at Sopore, Search Launched

Baramulla, June 26 : A 16-year-old teenage boy drowned while taking a bath in the Jhelum River near Jamia Masjid Sopore in Baramulla district on Thursday.

An official told news agency JKNS, A 16-year-old student from Darul Uloom Sopore drowned while bathing in the Jhelum River near Jamia Masjid.

Student has been identified as, Bilal Ahmad Parry Son of Abdul Jabbar Parry, resident of Rafiabad, he said.

Police and SDRF teams have been deployed and a rescue operation is underway to locate the boy, official said.

26/06/2025

4 terrorists trapped in Udhampur encounter: IGP Jammu

Jammu, June 26 : Inspector General of Police (IGP), Jammu Zone, Bhim Sen on Thursday said that four terrorists are believed to be trapped in an ongoing encounter in Udhampur district.

Speaking with reporters, the IGP, per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) said the contact with the terrorists was established around 8:30 am today, but the weather is unfavorable.

"The situation will become clear once the weather improves. As per our assessment, a group of four terrorists is holed up," he said.

Earlier, the Army said encounter broke out between terrorists and security forces in the Bihali area of Basantgarh following specific inputs—(KNO)

26/06/2025

Two Dead, 10 Missing After Bus Falls Into River In Uttarakhand’s Rudraprayag

Rescue operation underway after a tempo traveller carrying pilgrims fell into the Alaknanda River, in Rudraprayag district

Dehradun, Jun 26: At least two people have died and 10 others are missing after a bus with 20 people onboard fell into the Alakananda river in Uttarakhand’s Rudraprayag district. Eight people have been rescued, as the police and the State Disaster Response Force are conducting relief work.

According to preliminary information, the bus was going uphill towards Badrinath when the driver lost control and the bus fell into the river. Police and disaster response teams rushed to the spot and started the rescue work. Local residents are helping them. Some of the injured have been brought out and shifted to hospitals. Many of those rescued had jumped off the vehicle before it fell into the river.

Top officers of police, administration and disaster response are monitoring the rescue operation. The administration has urged people not to spread rumours.

Visuals from the spot showed people making a human chain and helping injured passengers up the hill. The 31-seater bus had 20 people onboard, including the driver. Families from Rajasthan and Gujarat had boarded the bus for Char Dham Yatra.

26/06/2025

Meeting Held with Shia Community Representatives Ahead of Muharram Observance

Baramulla, June 26 : In view of the forthcoming Muharram observance, a coordination meeting was held today at Police Post Mirgund with representatives of the Shia community to discuss and review arrangements for peaceful conduct of religious events.

The meeting was chaired by SDPO Pattan Shri Shahjahan Chowdhury-JKPS and attended by SHO Police Station Pattan Insp. Mohd Saleem and IC PP Mirgund.

During the interaction, the community members highlighted certain issues, with the primary concern being the shortage of water in specific areas.

The officers assured that the matter would be taken up with the concerned departments for timely redressal.

The police authorities also emphasized the importance of maintaining public order and communal harmony during the holy month.

The participants were advised not to display flags or banners associated with Hizbullah or any other banned organizations.

The community representatives acknowledged the advisory and assured full cooperation with law enforcement agencies, reiterating their commitment to a peaceful and disciplined conduct of Muharram processions and gatherings.

Baramulla Police remains committed to facilitating all religious activities in a secure and peaceful environment while ensuring that all necessary arrangements are in place in coordination with civil administration and community stakeholders.

26/06/2025

Deputy Commissioner visits flash-flood affected Qazi Mohra area, assures swift restoration measures

POONCH, JUNE 25: To assess the ground situation, Deputy Commissioner Vikas Kundal on Wednesday visited flashflood hit Qazi Mohra area (Ward No. 01) to assess the damages and evaluate ongoing flood prevention measures.

Accompanied by Additional Commissioner Revenue (ACR), Tehsildar Haveli, Executive Officer (EO) Municipality and other concerned officials, the DC undertook a strenuous uphill journey to inspect the most affected locations and residential areas.

The Deputy Commissioner took a comprehensive review of the damages caused to infrastructure and private property and issued directives for immediate action. He instructed the EO Municipality to thoroughly examine the existing watercourse in the area and implement remedial measures to minimize future flood risks.

The Tehsildar Haveli was directed to carry out a prompt damage assessment to both public and private properties. He was also asked to identify and clear any encroachments that may obstruct natural water flow or emergency restoration efforts.

Locals interacted with the Deputy Commissioner and apprised him of the challenges they are facing, including property damage and related concerns. The Deputy Commissioner assured the residents that restoration work will be initiated promptly and their grievances would be addressed on a priority basis.

While engaging with the residents, the DC also sought feedback and suggestions from them to help improve disaster preparedness and response in the future.

The visit underscores the district administration’s commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of the public, especially in disaster-prone areas.

26/06/2025

Flash Flood in Bhaderwah Pranoo.

25/06/2025

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25/06/2025

DIG NKR visits Shadipora Transit Camp; Ensures synchronized, full-spectrum security grid for SANJY 2025

Bandipora, June 25: In a proactive move to guarantee the safety of pilgrims during SANJY 2025, Deputy Inspector General of Police North Kashmir Range Shri Maqsood-ul-Zaman-IPS, conducted a detailed security review at the Shadipora Transit Camp in district Bandipora.

DIG NKR was accompanied by SSP Bandipora Shri Harmeet Singh-JKPS, CO 45 Bn CRPF Shri Apoorwa, CO SSB Adhoc 16 Bn Shri Shashi Shekhar, CO SSB Adhoc 17 Bn Shri Kastoori Lal, SDPO Sumbal Shri Mohd Amin, SHO PS Sumbal alongwith senior officers from the J&K Police, CRPF, and SSB.

The inspection focused heavily on mock drills conducted at the camp, where all agencies practiced real scenario responses viz. crowd surges, emergency responses and evacuations to test inter agency coordination. Further emphasis was placed on ground deployment rehearsals, verifying that police, CRPF, SSB, and other paramilitary forces are positioned precisely according to the layered security plan along Yatri corridors. DIG NKR Shri.
Maqsood-ul-Zaman-IPS also ensured that specific, role-based SOPs were clearly defined and disseminated to all forces, covering surveillance duties, intelligence sharing, convoy regulation, traffic control, and emergency response. He stressed that these SOPs are mandatory guidelines for full spectrum preparedness.

During the visit, DIG NKR along with other officials also assessed the overarching deployment plan, surveillance infrastructure including CCTV, emergency response systems, and the logistical support framework encompassing traffic management, sanitation, and contingency response mechanisms essential for facilitating a safe and seamless pilgrimage experience.

25/06/2025

Handwara Police Conducts search at the House of Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) Member

Handwara, Jun 25: Continuing its crackdown against the elements affiliated with the proscribed organisation Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), which stands banned under the provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), Handwara Police today carried out searches at the residential premises of a suspected JeI member.

The search was carried out in connection with FIR No. 29/2019 U/S 10, 13 ULA(P) Act, registered at Police Station Handwara, as part of ongoing investigations aimed at dismantling the ecosystem of the banned organization.

The premises searched belonged to a JeI affiliate identified as Mohammad Amin Shah s/o Gh Mohammad Shah resident of Gonipora now putting up at Baghatpora New Colony, Handwara

The search was conducted following due legal procedure and was aimed at uncovering incriminating materials, documents, electronic devices, or any evidence pointing toward continued unlawful activities or affiliations with the banned outfit.

Handwara Police remains committed to acting tough against individuals involved in supporting or propagating the ideology of proscribed organizations and reiterates its resolve to ensure peace and security in the region.

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