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09/08/2025

Gvn...*Akhal Encounter Day 09: Two Armymen Succumbs, 2 Others Injured As Exchange of Fire Continued Throughout Night*
Srinagar, August 9: Two army soldiers succumbed and two others injured as the exchange of fire between terrorists and security forces continued throughout last night, as the gunfight entered its ninth day in the Akhal forest area of South Kashmir's Kulgam district.
Official sources told GNS that four army soldiers were injured in an intense exchange of fire between terrorists and security forces late last night. However, two among the four injured armymen succumbed.
Notably, this operation is the longest ongoing operation in Valley, entering its ninth day. On the first night of the gunfight, one terrorist was killed and four army soldiers were injured.
Offcials said that since this is a vast, dense forest area, the operation may be prolonged.(GNS)

08/08/2025

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Rotten Meat Scandal Shocks Kashmir: Mirwaiz Demands Accountability and Ethical IntrospectionCalls the incident a grave betrayal, urging urgent action by auth...

08/08/2025

Rotten Meat Scandal Shocks Kashmir: Mirwaiz Demands Accountability and Ethical Introspection
Calls the incident a grave betrayal, urging urgent action by authorities and moral reflection by society

08/08/2025

Gvn...*IGP Kashmir reviews security arrangements for Independence Day & upcoming events at PCR Kashmir*
*August 08:* ```Inspector General of Police Kashmir Zone Shri V.K. Birdi-IPS chaired a security review meeting at Police Control Room Kashmir to review the overall security scenario and arrangements regarding the celebration of Independence Day and related events.
The meeting was attended by IGP Security J&K, IGP Railways, IG BSF Ftr Hqrs, IG CRPF Srinagar, JD SIB Srinagar, all range DIsG of Kashmir Zone, DIsG of, IR Kashmir, Armed Kashmir, CID Kashmir, Traffic Jammu, SSB Srinagar, RPF Srinagar, CRPF KOS, CRPF South/North Srinagar, ITBP Srinagar, all district SSsP of Kashmir Zone, SSP PCR Kashmir, SSsP of Traffic City Srinagar, Railways Kashmir, Traffic Rural Kashmir, CID SBK, APCR Srinagar, CID CIK, Security Kashmir, DC SB Srinagar, GSO (1) 15 Corps, CO’s of SDRF 1st Bn Srinagar, JKAP 5th Bn, SP PC Srinagar and other officers.
At the outset of the meeting, IGP Kashmir was briefed by officers on the security arrangements and deployment plans established to ensure the smooth and peaceful conduct of upcoming events. Shri V.K. Birdi directed all participating officers to make sure that the necessary preparations are completed well in advance.
During the meeting, the IGP assigned specific responsibilities to various officers, issuing clear instructions to execute their tasks with precision and thorough planning. Additional directives were provided regarding key logistical arrangements to facilitate the seamless ex*****on of the events.
IGP Kashmir instructed the officers to strengthen security checkpoints, particularly during night hours, at vulnerable locations and along the city's entry and exit routes. He emphasized the need for strict vigilance against elements that pose a threat to peace and security. Shri V.K. Birdi also underscored the importance of maintaining a high level of alertness and increasing area domination within their respective jurisdictions.
Furthermore, IGP Kashmir reviewed the security measures implemented for the protection of highways, railway tracks, and railway stations across the Valley.
The meeting concluded with a collective commitment to heightened vigilance, improved coordination, and the effective ex*****on of security protocols to ensure the peaceful and orderly conduct of all scheduled events.

08/08/2025

Gvn....KEA Demands Crime Branch Probe into Rotten Meat Racket in Kashmir
Srinagar — The Kashmir Economic Alliance (KEA) has called for a Crime Branch investigation into the recent seizure of substandard and rotten meat in the Valley, terming it a grave public health concern that needs to be tackled from the root.
In a statement to the media, the KEA said it is imperative to determine the source of the meat being supplied to Kashmiri consumers — including whether it is halal or haram — and to verify if it meets safety standards for human consumption. The alliance alleged that decayed meat is being sold on a large scale in both north and south Kashmir, describing it as a “highly sensitive and alarming matter” that directly affects “the life and faith” of the people.
The KEA stressed that merely seizing the stock is not enough, adding that a thorough, transparent investigation is essential to expose the entire network involved — including elements outside Jammu and Kashmir who are allegedly endangering the health of the local population.
Calling for intensified crackdowns, the alliance urged authorities to regularly monitor not only meat but also the quality of ready-made and cooked food served across the Valley to ensure consumers are not subjected to unhygienic or substandard meals.
“The only way to safeguard public health is to dismantle this racket completely,” the KEA maintained.

08/08/2025

Gvn....KTA demands rotten meat suppliers should be booked under Public Safety Act
Kashmir Trade Alliance (KTA) has strongly condemned the alarming practice of supplying rotten meat to food outlets across the valley and demanded that all persons involved in this dangerous trade be booked under the Public Safety Act.

In a statement issued here, President of Kashmir Trade Alliance, Aijaz Shahdhar, expressed grave concern over the deteriorating food safety standards and described the situation as a "health emergency" that requires immediate intervention from authorities.

"The supply of rotten and contaminated meat to food outlets has created a health emergency-like situation in Kashmir. Even one bite of this rotten meat can lead to serious diseases and health complications. This is precisely why we are witnessing an alarming increase in various diseases among our population," said Shahdhar.

Shahdhar emphasised that this malpractice not only poses serious health risks to consumers but also damages the reputation of the entire food industry in Kashmir. "Innocent customers who visit food outlets with trust are being served contaminated meat, which is completely unacceptable and amounts to playing with public health," he added.

Kashmir Trade Alliance has demanded that the concerned authorities, including the Food Safety Department, Health Department, and local administration, take immediate cognisance of this matter and launch a comprehensive crackdown against suppliers and vendors involved in this illegal practice.

"We urge the government to conduct surprise raids at meat supply centres, storage facilities, and food outlets to identify those involved in supplying substandard and rotten meat. We demand that all persons found guilty of selling rotten meat should be booked under the Public Safety Act, as they are endangering public health and safety. The health of people cannot be compromised for profit," Shahdhar stated.

The trade body has also called upon food outlet owners to ensure they source meat only from certified and reliable suppliers who maintain proper hygiene and storage standards. KTA warned that any food establishment found using contaminated meat would face strong opposition from the trade community.
"We appeal to all food outlet owners to prioritise customer health over profit margins. It is their moral and legal responsibility to ensure that only fresh and quality meat is served to customers," Shahdhar emphasised.

08/08/2025

Gvn...*ACB arrests Jr. Assistant in ACR Rajouri's office for accepting bribe of Rs 4000*
Rajouri, Aug 08: Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Friday said to have trapped and arrested a Jr. Assistant in the office of ACR Rajouri for demanding and accepting bribe of Rs 4000.
Jammu and Kashmir Anti Corruption Bureau received a complaint alleging therein that complainant has to register 03 marlas of land in his name in the office of ACR Rajouri for which he had submitted the file with the concerned clerk having additional charge of Jr. Asstt. Sub Registar Rajouri namely Umar Nawaz but he demanded bribe of Rs 15,000 for the same. Subsequently, the said demand was negotiated to Rs 4,000, a spokesman said in a statement issued to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO).
"Since the complainant is a poor person and did not want to give illegal gratification to the above named Junior Assistant/Clerk, he approached ACB for taking legal action against the accused public servant. Accordingly, case FIR no. 04/2025 u/s 7 of Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 (as amended in 2018) was registered in ACB Police Station Rajouri and investigation taken up," the statement reads.
During the course of investigation, a trap team was constituted, he said, adding that the team laid a successful trap and caught the accused public servant Umar Nawaz S/o Naseer Hussain R/o Saaz, Tehsil Thanamandi presently posted as Jr. Assistant in the office of Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Rajouri (Nazir Section) with additional charge of Jr. Asstt. Sub-Registrar, Rajouri red handed while demanding and accepting bribe of Rs 4000.
"The accused was arrested on the spot by the ACB team after following due process of law. The bribe money was also recovered from his possession in presence of independent witnesses associated with the trap team."
Subsequently, the ACB stated that searches were also conducted in the residential house of the accused at Thanamandi, Rajouri, adding that further investigation of the instant case is going on—(KNO)

08/08/2025

Gvn...*Your ID is your invitation; join us in celebrating Independence Day with full enthusiasm: Div Com Bidhuri*
Srinagar: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir V K Bidhuri has invited the public to take part in this year’s Independence Day celebrations on August 15, calling it a festival of national pride and unity.
“Your ID card will be your invitation. Everyone is welcome,” he said, noting that preparations for the event have been completed, including security, parking, seating, and transport arrangements.
According to KNS, Bidhuri said growing enthusiasm among citizens over the past three years and praised schools for volunteering in large numbers this year.
“Many schools are participating, and their involvement will be more visible this time,” he added.
Div Com urged people to take part in related national campaigns, including the Tiranga Rally on August 12 and the ongoing Har Ghar Tiranga initiative. Citizens are encouraged to upload selfies with the national flag at their homes to show their support.
“These events are a chance for everyone to come together and celebrate the spirit of freedom,” he said.

08/08/2025

Gvn...*Residential Cum Commericial Building Damaged In Overnight Fire Incident In Kupwara*
Srinagar, August 8: A fire brokeout overnight in a commercial cm residential building in Batergam area of North Kashmir's Kupwara district.
Officials told GNS that a fire broke out late on Thursday evening in a commercial-cum-residential building at Batergam.
Soon a team of police and Fire & Emergency Services reached to the spot and managed to bring fire under control. During rescue operation, one fireman namely Abdul Qayoom also recieved minor injury.
In the fire incident, one double-storeyed commercial-cum-residential building was damaged. The building had seven hardware shops on the ground floor and four residential rooms, as well as two hardware shops on the first floor. Additionally, a single-storey structure with two rooms used as a bedding manufacturing unit was affected, along with a single-storey shopping line having three shops.
Meanwhile, cause of fire under is police investigation.(GNS)

08/08/2025

Gvn...Kokarnag Family Alleges Medical Negligence at GMC Anantnag in Death of 2-Year-Old Girl, Probe Ordered
Anantnag, Aug 8,: A grieving family from south Kashmir’s Kokarnag has accused paramedical staff at Government Medical College (GMC) Anantnag of medical negligence, claiming it led to the death of their two-year-old daughter, Pakeeza Shakeel.
According to her uncle, Malik Basharat, the child, a resident of Adal village, was admitted to the Pediatric Section of GMC Anantnag on August 4 after she developed an intestinal infection. He said doctors had advised the paramedical staff to administer a test dose of the Cefixime before giving the full dosage.
“We pleaded repeatedly with the staff to follow the doctor’s advice, but they ignored us,” Basharat alleged. “Pakeeza developed a severe reaction. When her condition worsened, they referred her to JVC Bemina, but no paramedical staff accompanied us in the ambulance.”
He further claimed that during the journey, the oxygen pipe came loose near Pampore and was reattached with difficulty by the ambulance driver. “Doctors at JVC Bemina tried their best to save her, but she passed away during the night of August 4–5,” he said, blaming GMC Anantnag for her death and alleging that the “arrogance of the paramedical staff is beyond limits.”
The family said they were too shocked to raise the matter immediately after the incident. However, when the Kashmir News Trust contacted GMC Anantnag Medical Superintendent Dr Arshid regarding the allegations, he said a committee has already been constituted to investigate the matter and determine responsibility.
The official probe is expected to examine the treatment process, staff conduct, and adherence to medical protocols.
Notably, at Government Medical College Anantnag, patients and their attendants have been voicing serious concerns over what they describe as rampant mismanagement and an unprofessional attitude among certain paramedical staff. [KNT]

08/08/2025

Gvn...*Two Youths Die in Tragic Road Accident on Bani–Basohli Road*
Jammu, Aug 8 : Two young men lost their lives on the spot after a motorcycle collided with a load carrier (camper) on the Bani–Basohli road near Sandhar village, close to Mohan Tea Stall, on Friday morning.
Official sources told news agency Kashmir News Corner—(KNC) that the bike carrying two persons rammed into the load carrier under mysterious circumstances, resulting in their immediate death.
The deceased have been identified as Shahbaz, son of Abass, and Rohit, son of Rashpal, both residents of village Bhoond in the Bani area, they said.
Cognizance of the incident has been taken and Further investigation started.—(KNC)

08/08/2025

Gvn.....*CRPF Trooper Shoots Self Dead In Anantnag*
Srinagar, Aug 08: A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) Trooper allegedly committed su***de by shooting himself dead with his service rifle in Dooru area of South Kashmir's Anantnag district on Friday morning.
An official told news agency Kashmir News Corner—(KNC) that the CRPF jawan (name withheld) who was posted for C /164 Battalion shot himself dead with his service rifle.
The motive behind his extreme step was not known immediately, the officials said, adding that police have started inquest proceedings in this connection.—(KNC)