Journalist Meer Irfan

18/12/2025

Traffic Police Rural Kashmir Issues Advisory Ahead of Predicted Heavy Rain, Snowfall

Srinagar, Dec 18 (KNC): In view of the forecast of heavy rain and snowfall across the Kashmir Valley from December 20, 2025, Traffic Police Rural Kashmir on Thursday issued a comprehensive advisory urging motorists and commuters to exercise caution, especially while travelling on hilly and vulnerable road stretches.

In an advisory issued as per news agency Kashmir News Corner --- KNC, Traffic Police Rural Kashmir advised that movement on hilly roads will be permitted strictly as per prescribed cut-off timings and daily traffic advisories issued by Traffic Headquarters J&K. Motorists have been asked to confirm road status and travel timings from Traffic Police Control Room (TPCR) Kashmir before commencing their journey.

The advisory stresses that vehicle breakdowns on hilly roads during adverse weather can lead to serious incidents. Drivers have been directed to ensure that their vehicles are equipped with anti-skid chains, have sufficient fuel, and that essential components such as batteries, headlights, and wipers are in proper working condition. Vehicle fitness, it said, must not be compromised.

Motorists have also been urged to strictly follow traffic rules, including wearing seat belts and crash helmets, maintaining safe distances, adhering to prescribed speed limits, avoiding overtaking on slippery roads, refraining from roadside parking, and ensuring lane discipline, particularly during foggy conditions.

Commercial vehicle operators have been cautioned against overloading, over-height, and overhanging, noting that such violations often result in accidents and fatalities. The advisory further recommends that during inclement weather, journeys should be planned during daylight hours only, and designated parking slots should be used to avoid congestion.

To prevent traffic jams and chaos on hilly routes, the Traffic Police said only registered anti-skid chain vendors will be allowed to install chains at designated locations.

During unfavourable weather conditions, vehicular movement on major routes including the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway, SSG Road, Sinthan Pass, Mughal Road, Gurez-Bandipora Road, Kupwara-Karnah Road and Kupwara-Macchil Road will be regulated strictly as per daily advisories issued by Traffic Headquarters J&K.

Traffic Police Rural Kashmir has appealed to the public to cooperate and plan their travel strictly in accordance with official advisories to ensure safety and smooth traffic movement. (KNC)

18/12/2025

Pulwama Police Secure Conviction in High-Profile Terror Case

Srinagar, Dec 18 (GNS): Pulwama Police have secured the conviction of an accused in a terror-related case registered under FIR No. 289/2020 at Police Station Pulwama. The conviction followed the accused’s confession before the Court through video conferencing.

The case, as learnt by GNS, was registered on December 1, 2020, under Sections 16, 18, 19 and 20 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), Section 307 of the IPC, and Sections 7/27 of the Arms Act. The convicted individual has been identified as Zamir Sadiq Lone, son of Mohd Sadiq Lone, a resident of Tiken Batpora, who was arrested on November 1, 2021.

The case also involved three other accused terrorists who were earlier neutralised in separate security operations.

The investigation was initially conducted by Deputy Superintendent of Police (DySP) Mohd Shafi and was subsequently further investigated and challaned by DySP Showkat Rafiq. The case was instituted before the NIA Court on April 27, 2022, with charges framed on June 1, 2022.

Upon conclusion of the trial, the Hon’ble Court sentenced the convicted accused to four years and four months of imprisonment and imposed a fine of ₹10,000.

Police officials said the conviction reflects the professional investigation, effective coordination with the prosecution, and the zero-tolerance policy of Pulwama Police towards terrorism. The police reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining peace and ensuring that all terror-related cases are pursued to their logical conclusion. (GNS)

18/12/2025

DIC Kulgam conducts awareness cm orientation programme on Marketing & Entrepreneurship under PM Vishwakarma.

KULGAM, DECEMBER 18 : District Industries Centre (DIC) Kulgam in collaboration with Ministry of MSME, Srinagar today conducted an awareness cm orientation programme on Marketing and Entrepreneurship under PM Vishwakarma.

Additional District Development Commissioner Kulgam, Mohd Altaf Khan presided as cheif guest of programme.

General Manager, District Industries Centre, Kulgam, Dr Bashir Ahmad Lone; Assistant Director MSME, Saheel Alaqband, Prinicpal Polytechnic, Prinicipal ITI, Faculty Members of IUST, District CSC Head, Representatives from MSME Srinagar, Industrial Promotion Officer and other officials of DIC Kulgam were present in the programme.

General Manager, District Industries Centre, Kulgam gave awareness on the PM Vishwakarma scheme disseminating information among traditional artisans and craftsmen about the various benefits available under the scheme and encouraged them to avail the benefits.

Assistant Director, MSME, in his inaugural address, sensitized participants about importance of marketing and branding of the products made by the traditional skilled artisans cm craftsmen.

The technical session, led by the faculty of IUST, emphasized on Stategies for Effective Product Promotion, Branding, Packaging, Showcasing , Social Media Marketing and Community Based Events and Effective Costing , Budgeting and Inventory Management for Small Businesses to upgrade the skills of PM Vishwakarmas.

The PM Vishwakarma artisans were also felicitated at the end of the programme.

18/12/2025

Youth Injured in Sharp-Edged Weapon Attack in Baramulla

Baramulla, Dec 18 (KNC): A youth sustained injuries after allegedly being attacked with a sharp-edged weapon in Ladoora area of Rafiabad in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district on Thursday officials said.

They told news agency Kashmir News Corner - KNC that the injured male was initially taken to District Hospital Baramulla and later referred to SKIMS Soura for advanced treatment. The victim suffered an injury to his right hand.

The condition of the injured is stated to be stable, they said.

Meanwhile, police have taken cognizance of the incident and initiated an investigation to ascertain the circumstances leading to the attack. (KNC)

18/12/2025

Visited Puchal Pulwama, where fertile agricultural land close to the village’s inhabited area is being taken over for a security complex. For generations this land has sustained families and placing such a facility so perilously close to homes creates not only serious security concerns but also deprives the villagers of their only means of livelihood.Since the rejection of PDP’s land protection bill demolitions have intensified leaving people fearful and vulnerable.

18/12/2025

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18/12/2025

Mehraj Malik’s PSA Hearing Deferred Again, Next Date Dec 27

Srinagar, Dec 18, KNT: The High Court of Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday heard the Public Safety Act case of MLA Mehraj Malik from Doda and adjourned the matter for further arguments on December 27.

Court sources told Kashmir News Trust that the court heard submissions from one side, while the remaining arguments will be taken up on the next date. The case has already seen several adjournments over recent months.

Supporters of Malik said they were hopeful that the upcoming hearing would bring the case closer to a conclusion. [KNT]

18/12/2025

Kulgam Police Launch Major Crackdown on Narco-Terror Activities at Qazigund

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Kulgam: In a decisive move to curb illegal activities and dismantle narco-terror networks, Kulgam Police on Thursday launched a major security crackdown at the Nayug Tunnel in Qazigund, a top police official said.

During the operation, advanced surveillance equipment along with trained sniffer (sniper) dogs were deployed to thoroughly inspect vehicles passing through the tunnel. The intensified checking drive aimed at preventing drug trafficking and disrupting terror-linked logistics operating along this strategic route, the official added.

The operation was closely supervised by SSP Kulgam, Additional SP Mumtaz Bhatti, SDPO Qazigund, SHO Qazigund, and the Duty Officer (DO) Nayug Tunnel, ensuring strict enforcement of security protocols on the ground.

A top Police official stated that the initiative is part of a broader strategy to strengthen security measures across the district and enhance law-enforcement efficiency. He emphasized that the use of advanced technology and intelligence-led operations will continue in order to safeguard public safety and counter narco-terror activities in the region.

18/12/2025

Shopian |Hafiz Adil Siddiqui today conducted an important guidance session for Umrah pilgrims, explaining in detail the rules and procedures of performing Umrah. During the session, he provided step-by-step instructions on how to wear the Ihram and highlighted the do’s and don’ts to be followed during the pilgrimage.

The programme was organised by Al-Furqan, where a large number of Umrah pilgrims participated. Hafiz Adil Siddiqui said that many pilgrims travel without complete knowledge of the rituals, making such awareness sessions essential.

Pilgrims were urged to watch the full video to understand the correct method of performing Umrah and to avoid common mistakes during the pilgrimage.

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18/12/2025

Hafiz Rayees Ahmed wagay, Al-Furqan Town pilgrims are scheduled to depart on the 22nd and 27th for the sacred journey of Umrah.