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R.R. Swain takes over as 17th DGP of Jammu and Kashmir

R.R. Swain appointed 17th DGP of J&K; received guard of honour at police HQ in Srinagar. 1991 batch IPS officer, also Special DG CID & Intelligence Chief since June 2020.

The Hindu

Policeman shot at and injured in Srinagar: Police

The police said terrorists fired upon and injured Inspector Masroor Ahmad near Eidgah, Srinagar.

The Hindu

Jammu Kashmir: Police officer shot at by terrorists in Srinagar; hospitalised

The injured Inspector has been identified as Masroor Ahmad and was swiftly shifted to a hospital. Read further on Dynamite News

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77th Infantry Day celebrated in Madras Regimental Centre in Coonoor

77th Infantry Day celebrated at Madras Regimental Centre to honour soldiers who fought Pakistan-backed militias in 1947. Lt. Gen. Virendra Vats & Lt. Gen. Devraj Anbu laid wreath at War Memorial. Day marks airlifting of Sikh Regiment to Srinagar to liberate Kashmir. Lt. Gen. Vats praised infantrymen for devotion &…

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Kashmir | New vistadome coaches to offer tourists a memorable train ride through the Valley’s saffron fields and apple orchards

The 40-seater glass-topped coaches have been introduced on the Srinagar-Banihal stretch and the glass roofs give you a glimpse of the sky, which will soon be filled with swirling snowflakes as winter approaches.

The Hindu

Mehbooba Mufti elected PDP president for fourth consecutive term

In Srinagar, Mehbooba Mufti re-elected as PDP president for a 3-year term. She was proposed by VP Abdul Rehman Veeri & supported by GS Ghulam Nabi Lone Hanjura. Mufti embodies resilience, a powerful voice & epitome of struggle & determination, said senior PDP leader Firdous Tak.

The Hindu

Infiltration bid foiled in J&K's Uri sector

Alert troops foiled an infiltration bid in Uri sector, Jammu and Kashmir on Oct 21. Joint operation by Indian Army, J&K Police and Intelligence agencies led to contact with infiltrating terrorists and firefight.

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Dogra architecture gets a revival at J&K’s Maharaj Gunj

A project that recreates the past glory of Srinagar’s Maharaj Gunj market, which has disappeared from sight with encroachment and deviations for several decades, throws new light on rare architectural elements

The Hindu

In cricket-crazy Kashmir, the India-Pakistan World Cup clash tests emotions

Many people in Indian-administered Kashmir support Pakistan over India in cricket – a risk when the rivals face off.

Al Jazeera

Srinagar grand mosque ‘closed for Friday prayers’ amid fears of protests over Palestine deaths

Jamia Masjid in Srinagar closed Oct 13 due to fears of protests against Israeli action in Gaza. Security forces deployed to maintain law and order. No official word on reason for closure. Auqaf Jamia Masjid statement said police closed gates, no prayers allowed. Mirwaiz Umar Farooq put under house arrest.

The Hindu

Prevented from leaving home in view of President's visit to J&K, says Mehbooba Mufti

Mehbooba Mufti alleges she was prevented from leaving her home due to President Droupadi Murmu's visit to J&K. Security forces deployed in Srinagar & Kashmir University, drones & CCTV cameras used to maintain vigil. Mufti shocked she can't step out of her house due to President's visit.

The Hindu

Army officer undergoing training course at Mhow Infantry School goes missing

Lt Gupta’s parents and other family members, residing at Srinagar locality in Etah city of Uttar Pradesh, have been informed about he being missing.

The Hindu

Capital of Jammu and Kashmir, Srinagar covered in snow Skating ring turf setup in Srinagar for budding players

A Visionary Initiative to Foster Sports and Positive Development in Kashmir has been led by Vijay Dhar, an esteemed educationist and visionary, who serves as the Chairman of Delhi Public School Srinagar and Trustee of D P Dhar Memorial Trust to foster Sports and Positive Development in Kashmir. Read further…

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India conveys concerns to U.S. over American envoy to Pakistan's visit to Gilgit-Baltistan

India raised concerns with US over envoy's visit to Gilgit-Baltistan in PoK, urged world to respect its sovereignty and territorial integrity. India rejected US Ambassador's comparison of envoy's visit to Srinagar for G-20. India had raised concerns with US in October last year too.

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Jammu and Kashmir Governor unveils Mahatma Gandhi’s statue at Srinagar’s Secretariat

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, who unveiled the statue of Mahatma Gandhi at the Civil Secretariat in Srinagar on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti on Monday, said efforts were being made to create J&K of Bapu’s dreams. “Work and philosophy of Bapu’s life, which is truth, non-violence, selfless service, sacrifice,…

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Shanti Yatra-2023 to promote peace in Kashmir Valley

With the vision to promote peace and Gandhian philosophy across the state of Jammu and Kashmir, a Shanti Yatra-2023, has been initiated from September 8 by the Jammu and Kashmir School Education Department (SED). Read further on Dynamite News:

Al Jazeera

Kashmir’s top pro-freedom cleric leads Friday prayers after four years

Separatist leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq allowed back in Srinagar’s historic Jamia Masjid after four years of detention.

The Hindu

Mirwaiz delivers Friday sermon after 4 years; calls for dialogue, reconciliation

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq was allowed to deliver Friday sermon at Srinagar's Jamia Masjid after 4 years. He stressed for resolution of Kashmir issue through dialogue and reconciliation. He demanded release of jailed Hurriyat leaders, journalists, rights activists and lawyers.

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Authorities in Indian-controlled Kashmir free a key Muslim cleric after years of house arrest

India has freed a key Muslim cleric after four years of house arrest and allowed him to lead Friday prayers at a mosque in Srinagar, the main city of Indian-controlled Kashmir

The Hindu

Media savvy DSP Mushtaq held in Srinagar on multiple graft charges

DSP Mushtaq who hit the headlines for his initiatives and as a social media influencer, was arrested on multiple charges of corruption and destroying evidence in Srinagar.

The Hindu

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq allowed to offer Friday prayers after four years

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, Kashmir's chief cleric and Hurriyat chairman, likely to offer Friday prayers at Jamia Masjid in Srinagar after four years of house arrest. J&K High Court sought reply from L-G administration over detention. Mirwaiz served legal notice and knocked door of High Court. He was arrested in August…

The Hindu

Only talks will end militancy in Jammu and Kashmir: Farooq Abdullah

Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah, who visited the residence of the slain Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Humayun Bhat in Srinagar on Thursday, said only talks would end militancy in J&K.

The Hindu

Hanumanthanagar police station felicitated for best performance under QR code feedback system

It was in the second week of August when a Hoysala patrolling team based on information from 112 rushed to the spot and rescued a 25-year-old labourer from Assam who was allegedly inflicting injuries on himself with a knife and threatening passers-by in Srinagar.

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J&K: Four crushed to death as landslide strikes vehicle on Jammu-Srinagar National Highway

Four people were killed the vehicle in which they were travelling in was reportedly hit by a boulder at the strategic Jammu-Srinagar national highway in Jammu and Kashmir. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Hindu

Four dead after landslip hits truck in Jammu-Srinagar National Highway

Four people killed in truck accident after landslide hits Jammu-Srinagar highway. Rescue operation launched by local volunteers and police; all four bodies retrieved. Deceased identified as Mohd Afzal Garoo, Altaf Garoo, Irfan Ahmed, Showkat Ahmad. Six cattle also perished. Highway blocked, efforts to make it traffic-worthy.

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