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08/09/2025

Nepal Bans Facebook, X and YouTube, Gen-Z Protests Erupt in Kathmandu

08/09/2025

Nepal's government has moved to block access to Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), YouTube, and approximately two dozen other social media platforms for failing to register under the new national regulations. This sweeping action prompted a swift crackdown under a Supreme Court directive, leaving Nepalese users cut off mid-week. In response, thousands of Gen-Z protesters flooded the streets of Kathmandu, clashing with police near Parliament. The confrontation turned deadly in parts, with nine protesters killed and over 42 injured, according to official reports. Authorities imposed a curfew in key areas, and the ban has sparked widespread international concern about freedom of expression and digital rights in Nepal.

08/09/2025

Pen down strike, Massive protests by Government officials in Doda against MLA Mehraj Malik over abusive remarks against Deputy Commissioner, protests were also held in Bhaderwah in support of Mehraj Malik

05/09/2025

Awantipora Police swiftly solved a hit and run case within hours after a pedestrian, identified as Rafiq, wife of Nazir Ahmad Sheikh of Sail Awantipora, was injured in Chersoo on Thursday evening. The victim, initially treated at a nearby hospital, was later referred to SMHS Srinagar for further treatment. A case under FIR No. 186/2025 was registered, and a hot pursuit led by Police Post Toll Plaza resulted in the arrest of the accused driver, Jalal-ud-din Bhat of Paniwa Bugam Kulgam. The vehicle, bearing registration number JK18C-7213, was seized, and the accused remains in custody, officials said.

03/09/2025

03/09/2025

DPL Pulwama has released the emergency contact numbers for people to reach out in case of any emergency amid prevailing flood crisis.

👉PCR PULWAMA: 9541915035
01933241280
01933241986

👉SDPO Litter: 9541915017
9419033533

👉SHO PS Litter: 9541915020
941900533

👉DO PP LASSIPORA:
7006237338

👉SSP Pulwama: 9541915012,
9818774764

👉ASP Pulwama: 9541915013,
6005233614

👉DySP Hqrs Pulwama:
9541915014,
8082767879

👉SP OPS Pulwama:
9541915018,
9419003183

👉DySP DAR DPL: 9541915015,
9419034070

👉SDPO Kakapora:
9541915016,
946948749

👉SHO PS Pulwama:9541915054,
7006879798

👉SHO PS Rajpora: 9541915019,
9469133458

👉SHO PS Kakpora:9541915021,
8494000138

👉DO PP NEWA: 9149680683

👉DO PP HAWL: 8899826098

👉DO PP ROHMOO: 6005226820

👉DO PP SANGERWANI:
9906735088

31/08/2025

On August 31, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Chinese President Xi Jinping during the SCO Summit in Tianjin his first visit to China in seven years. Modi said that India-China cooperation can contribute significantly to the welfare of 2.8 billion people and pledged to take ties forward based on mutual trust, respect, and sensitivity. The two also agreed on peaceful border management, resumption of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, and direct flights boosting momentum in bilateral relations. Xi described it as the “right choice” for the two ancient civilizations to be friends, reaffirming China's commitment to peace and prosperity in Asia.

29/08/2025

Since July 1, 2025, Jammu division has received an impressive 37% excess rainfall, including a record-breaking 380 mm in 24 hours, the highest since rainfall records began in 1910. Reasi, Samba, Doda, Udhampur, and Jammu recorded the heaviest downpours in the past week. In contrast, the Kashmir division is grappling with a 15% overall rainfall deficit over the past 89 days. Most districts there, especially Shopian, have recorded significant shortfalls up to 65% even as Srinagar, Pulwama, and Anantnag saw moderate surpluses of 1–7%. Meanwhile, MeT forecasts indicate continued moderate to heavy rains across Jammu and parts of Kashmir through early September.

28/08/2025

In Handwara, a joint operation by local police and forest department officials resulted in the arrest of a timber smuggler and seizure of a numberless Tata Mobile van loaded with seven illegally sourced deodar logs at Qalamabad’s Yahama area. An FIR has been promptly registered at Qalamabad Police Station, and a thorough investigation is underway. Authorities emphasized that such decisive action will continue to preserve the region’s fragile forest resources and deter future smuggling attempts.

28/08/2025

For the second consecutive day, hundreds of vehicles remained stranded at Qazigund as the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway faced closure due to landslides and washouts triggered by relentless rainfall. Drivers, including truckers and private vehicle owners, shared that they’ve been stuck for three days without adequate shelter or assistance, urging authorities to speed up restoration efforts. In the meantime, the Mughal Road and SSG routes remain open, and officials have advised commuters to follow lane discipline to avoid congestion and ensure safety.

27/08/2025

Continuous rains across and cause damage claiming many human lives and structural damage as well, The rivers are crossing the danger water mark level at many places.

27/08/2025

A massive landslide and flash floods near the Vaishno Devi shrine in Jammu & Kashmir killed at least 30 people, mostly pilgrims and locals, after torrential monsoon rains triggered overflowing rivers and collapsing slopes along the pilgrimage route at Adhkwari in Reasi district. The disaster occurred as heavy rainfall exceeding 350 mm destabilized the terrain, forcing authorities to suspend the yatra, shut schools, cancel trains, and launch rescue operations involving NDRF, SDRF, Army, and local officials, who are working under extremely difficult conditions due to damaged infrastructure and snapped communication lines