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03/06/2026

NC to protest on Monsoon session’s opening day over statehood demand in New Delhi

Discussion held on political, developmental issues: Tanvir Sadiq

Srinagar, June 03 (KNO): The National Conference on Wednesday announced it will hold a protest in New Delhi on the first day of Parliament’s upcoming Monsoon Session, pressing for the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s statehood and constitutional guarantees.

The decision was taken during a crucial meeting of the party leadership, ministers, and legislators chaired by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah at Dachigam National Park.

Speaking to reporters after the meeting, MLA Tanvir Sadiq as per the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said the National Conference Legislature Party held detailed discussions on political and developmental issues concerning Jammu and Kashmir.

He said the party would stage a protest at Jantar Mantar or another designated venue in Delhi on the opening day of the Monsoon Session.

“The National Conference has decided that on the first day of Parliament’s Monsoon Session, we will hold a protest in Delhi over the demand for restoration of statehood and constitutional guarantees,” Sadiq said.

He emphasized that restoration of statehood remains the party’s “core and rightful demand,” describing it as a constitutional guarantee of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.

“The time has now come to seek back what has been taken away from us,” he added—(KNO)

03/06/2026

Off‑site Politics—

Omar Abdullah leads ministers, MLAs to Dachigam for 19‑month stock‑taking

Srinagar, June 03 (KNO): Taking everyone by surprise, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and MLAs from the National Conference headed to Dachigam National Park in RTC vehicles to take stock of the functioning of the NC‑led government during the past 19 months.

In a post on X, CM Omar, as per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said that they were off for an offsite to spend the day reviewing the last 19 months.

“We are off for an offsite to spend the day taking stock of the last 19 months—the good, the not so good, and everything in between,” Omar wrote in a post on X, as per news agency reports.

The participants had assembled at Gupkar in the morning for the meeting—(KNO)

02/06/2026

Man dies, wife critical after tree falls amid strong winds in Anantnag

Anantnag, June 02 (KNO): A man died while his wife sustained critical injuries after a huge tree fell on them amid strong winds near the Ganjiwara area of Anantnag town on Tuesday, officials said.

An official told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that a large tree was uprooted by strong winds near Ganjiwara, leading to the disruption of traffic movement on the Lal Chowk–GMC Anantnag road.

He said police and other agencies promptly launched clearance operations, restoring traffic on one side of the road, while efforts were underway to fully reopen the route.

The official said two civilians, identified as Mohammad Rafiq Kujwal and his wife, Marina, residents of Brariangan, Shangus, were injured in the incident and were immediately shifted to Government Medical College (GMC) Anantnag for treatment.

However, Mohammad Rafiq later succumbed to his injuries at the hospital, while his wife remains under treatment in critical condition, he said.

Meanwhile, police have taken cognizance of the incident and initiated further proceedings—(KNO)

01/06/2026

First batch of Hajj pilgrims to arrive in Srinagar tomorrow

144 in first flight; operations to continue till June 16: J&K Haj Committee CEO

Srinagar, Jun 01 (KNO): The return phase of Hajj-2026 pilgrims from Jammu & Kashmir will commence tomorrow, June 02, with the first flight carrying 144 pilgrims scheduled to land at Srinagar International Airport.

J&K Haj Committee Chief Executive Officer Dr Shujaat Ahmad Qureshi, speaking to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said the Hajj return operations for pilgrims from Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh will continue till June 16.

He said 4,641 pilgrims from Jammu & Kashmir performed Hajj this year, including 2,583 males and 2,058 females.

"A total of 3,952 pilgrims, including 21 women without Mehram, will return through the Srinagar Embarkation Point during the scheduled arrival operations," he said.

Dr Qureshi said that among the pilgrims arriving through Srinagar, 3,631 belong to Jammu & Kashmir, while 321 pilgrims from Ladakh and one pilgrim from Punjab will also arrive via the Srinagar Embarkation Point.

The first return flight scheduled for tomorrow will carry 144 pilgrims, including 74 male and 70 female Hajis, he informed.

The CEO said 1,061 pilgrims from Jammu & Kashmir are also scheduled to arrive through other embarkation points across the country, including 1,010 pilgrims through Delhi, 49 through Mumbai and two through Bangalore.

All necessary arrangements have been put in place at Srinagar Airport for the reception and facilitation of the returning pilgrims.

“Transport arrangements, medical facilities, assistance counters and distribution of Zamzam water have already been arranged for the pilgrims arriving at Srinagar Airport,” Dr Qureshi said.

The return flights are commencing amid ongoing concerns regarding baggage restrictions imposed due to operational limitations at Srinagar Airport caused by runway maintenance works and temporary runway length restrictions under the existing NOTAM—(KNO)

01/06/2026

Boy drowns to death in Nigeen Lake

Srinagar, June 01 (KNO): A boy drowned to death while bathing in Nigeen Lake near Nigeen Club area of Srinagar on Monday afternoon, officials said.

An official told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that a rescue team comprising SDRF Nigeen and others launched a rescue operation soon after receiving information about the incident.

He said the boy was retrieved from the water and shifted to SDH Hazratbal (Habbak), where doctors declared him brought dead.

The deceased was later identified as Nazil Shakeel Bhat, son of Shakeel Ahmad Bhat, a resident of Nowhatta area of Srinagar.

Meanwhile, cognizance of the incident has been taken up.—(KNO)

30/05/2026

CM Omar calls crucial meeting of NC MLAs on Wednesday

Deliberations on matters of collective importance, issues of public welfare: Omar’s letter to legislators

Srinagar, May 30 (KNO): In a significant political development, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has called a meeting of National Conference (NC) legislators on Wednesday to deliberate on what he has referred to as ‘matters of collective importance’ and ‘issues concerning public welfare.’

Sources told news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that the Chief Minister has personally invited all party MLAs to attend the meeting.

According to sources, Omar Abdullah has written to the legislators that the meeting will deliberate on matters of collective importance and public welfare.

The meeting is scheduled to take place at the Chief Minister’s Gupkar residence on June 3 at 10:00 AM.

The meeting assumes significance as Omar Abdullah had earlier hinted at making a major political statement after Eid. Speaking at a function in Tangmarg on May 6, the Chief Minister said he wanted to “burst like a cloudburst” but added that he would speak openly at a public gathering after Eid.

While the specific agenda of the meeting is not known, the mention of “matters of collective importance” in the invitation suggests that broader issues such as J&K's statehood could be discussed.

CM Omar Abdullah had also met Union Home Minister Amit Shah on May 11 and discussed issues related to the restoration of statehood, transaction of business rules, rationalisation of reservation, and other key matters connected to public welfare, well-being, and governance—(KNO)

26/05/2026

Budgam Police reveals full particulars of accused in Galwanpora murder case after completion of necessary legal formalities

Budgam, May 26:(GNS) Police on Tuesday said that in continuation of the investigation into FIR No. 139/2026 of Police Station Budgam pertaining to the murder of a minor girl from village Galwanpora, Budgam Police has completed the initial medico-legal, forensic, and evidentiary procedures connected with the arrest of the accused in the case.

In a handout to GNS, the police said that the identity and particulars of the accused were not disclosed earlier as several crucial legal procedures were underway at the initial stage of investigation and to avoid any prejudice to the evidentiary and legal process.

Upon completion of the requisite formalities, the particulars of the accused involved in the commission of the crime are hereby disclosed as:

Mudasir Ahmad Mir S/o Ghulam Nabi Mir, R/o Galwanpora Sebdan, Budgam.

The investigation conducted so far has established that no other individual is involved in the commission of the crime.

Budgam Police appeals to the public to maintain peace, communal harmony, and public order and to cooperate with the investigating agencies. Citizens are advised not to take the law into their own hands and not to circulate rumours, speculative content, or unverified allegations regarding the case failing which strict legal action shall be taken.

Media organisations and social media users are requested to exercise responsibility and restraint while reporting or commenting on the matter. The circulation of unverified or misleading content may create unnecessary public anxiety and adversely affect the maintenance of law and order.

Budgam Police further reiterates that any attempt to spread misinformation, incite unrest, or disturb public order through any platform shall be dealt with strictly in accordance with law, reads the statement.(GNS)

26/05/2026

Gulmarg Gondola to remain shut for around a week after technical snag: Director Tourism Kashmir

Says gearbox fault at Kondori station halts operations; all stranded tourists rescued safely

Srinagar, May 26 (KNO): Following the technical snag in the Gulmarg Gondola service, Director Tourism Kashmir, Syed Qamar Sajad, who also holds the additional charge of Managing Director of the J&K Cable Car Corporation, on Tuesday said the Gondola operations will remain suspended for around a week to ensure the safety and security of tourists.

He said a technical fault developed in the primary gearbox at the Kondori station, commonly referred to as “G2”, forcing authorities to suspend operations and launch a rescue mission for stranded tourists.

“With regret, we announce that the Gondola will remain closed for around a week in the interest of tourists’ safety. Once restoration work is completed, operations will resume. There will be no compromise on safety and security,” Director Qamar said, as per the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO).

He said authorities were left with two options after the snag surfaced — either to repair the faulty gearbox or carry out an emergency vertical rescue operation to evacuate tourists stranded mid-air.

“After detailed discussions, our priority was to safeguard the lives of tourists. We decided to immediately launch the rescue operation through the vertical rescue system,” he said.

He said six specialised rescue teams were constituted and deployed across the uphill, middle and downhill sections of the Gondola line. “The operation was conducted in coordination with J&K Police, SDRF and other agencies.”

“All tourists were evacuated safely and are back enjoying their stay in Gulmarg,” he said.

Sajad further said the damaged gearbox weighs around 3.6 tonnes and replacing it with a spare unit available with the corporation may take nearly five to seven days. He added that an internal technical committee has also been constituted to investigate the reasons behind the fault and examine whether any other technical issues contributed to the incident.

“We will try our best to restore the service at the earliest, but it may take around four to seven days to get operations back on track,” he said.

Calling the Gondola one of Kashmir’s biggest tourist attractions, especially during winter, Sajad said the administration remains committed to maintaining the highest safety standards for visitors—(KNO)

25/05/2026

*Fresh snowfall in Minamarg, Drass; Kashmir plains receive rain, hail*

Srinagar records below-normal temperatures; MeT predicts rain, hailstorm and heatwave conditions in Jammu division

Srinagar, May 25 (KNO): Fresh snowfall was reported from Minamarg and the Drass sector near the strategic Zoji La axis on Monday, while rainfall and hailstorm lashed several parts of Kashmir.

An official told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) the heavy snowfall covered the upper reaches of Minamarg and areas around Drass, reviving cold conditions in the region.

The fresh spell of snow led to a sharp dip in temperature in higher reaches, while several parts of Kashmir plains received rain and hailstorm during the day.

According to the Meteorological Department, Srinagar recorded a maximum temperature of 23.3 degrees Celsius, which was 2.1 degrees below normal, while the minimum settled at 13.0 degrees Celsius.

Qazigund recorded a maximum of 21.6 degrees Celsius, Pahalgam 20.2 degrees Celsius, Kupwara 24.1 degrees Celsius, Kokernag 21.9 degrees Celsius and Gulmarg 13.6 degrees Celsius.

In Jammu division, Jammu city recorded a maximum temperature of 40.3 degrees Celsius, 1.9 degrees above normal, while Katra recorded 37.8 degrees Celsius and Batote 28.1 degrees Celsius.

The MeT department said Srinagar received 1.4 mm rainfall during the past 24 hours, while Pahalgam recorded 2.4 mm, Kupwara 3.1 mm and Gulmarg 2.0 mm rainfall.

The weather office has forecast generally dry weather during the forenoon on May 25, with the possibility of brief showers, gusty winds and hailstorm at scattered places towards afternoon or late afternoon hours.

It said weather is likely to remain generally hot and dry on May 26 and 27, while generally cloudy conditions with one or two spells of rain, thundershower, hailstorm and gusty winds are expected at scattered to fairly widespread places on May 28 and 29.

The MeT department has also issued an advisory warning of thunder, lightning, hailstorm and gusty winds with speeds of 40-50 kmph at a few places during Monday afternoon and again on May 28 and 29.

It further said heatwave conditions are likely at a few places in Jammu division during May 26 and 27 due to hot and dry weather—(KNO)

25/05/2026

Eid-ul-Azha: SMC mobilises 186 drivers, hopper vehicles, tippers for waste collection across 35 wards

‘Don’t dump animal waste along roadsides, water bodies, drains; use free collection service’

Srinagar, May 25 (KNO): As part of Eid-ul-Azha sanitation preparedness exercise, the Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) on Monday said they have mobilised an extensive network of men, machinery and transport vehicles across all 35 municipal wards to ensure swift collection and disposal of sacrificial animal waste across the city.

An official of SMC told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that at least 186 drivers and operators, along with a large fleet of hopper vehicles, tippers and waste carriers, will be deployed ward-wise for the Eid sanitation drive.

He said the special operation will begin on second day of Eid-ul-Azha—May 28. The field staff and transport wings have been directed to remain on high alert to avoid the accumulation of animal waste in public places.

The official said dedicated hopper services and mobile collection units will operate across major city areas, including Downtown Srinagar, Lal Chowk, Hazratbal, Batamaloo, Bemina, Chanapora, Pantha Chowk, Khanyar, Nowshera, Safa Kadal, Eidgah outskirts and uptown localities.

He said the corporation has already put “men and machinery on toes” and all departments concerned have been instructed to ensure zero-delay response during Eid days.

“Comprehensive arrangements have been made for the scientific disposal of sacrificial waste. Hopper vehicles, transport carriers, loaders and sanitation teams are being kept ready from the second day of Eid. Emergency manpower has also been kept on standby,” the official said.

The official added that control mechanisms have been established ward-wise and residents can directly contact designated drivers and field teams for lifting of hides, skins and sacrificial waste.

According to the official deployment list, accessed by KNO, multiple vehicles and drivers have been earmarked for each ward to ensure uninterrupted collection services in densely populated areas.

The SMC has appealed to people not to dump animal waste along roadsides, water bodies, open spaces or drains and instead cooperate with sanitation workers for maintaining hygiene during the festival.

“Public cooperation is equally important. Citizens should use the free collection service and avoid mixing sacrificial waste with routine household garbage,” the official said—(KNO)

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