Precious Kashmir

One killed, 62 injured in Rajouri accident

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29/03/2022

Jammu: One person was killed and 62 suffered injuries when a mini bus they were travelling in met with an accident and plunged into a deep gorge near Nowshera in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir.

Police said that a mini bus on way from Laroka to Nowshera when reached Dawata, fell into a gorge. At least 62 passengers suffered injuries including 5 critically.

The injured have been shifted to Sub District Hospital while one of them identified as Lal Hussain, 65, son of Lal Din, resident of Pukherni Lam succumbed to injuries. (UNI)

2 LeT militants held in Budgam: Police

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Precious Kashmir

29/03/2022

Srinagar: Police alongwith security forces Monday claimed to have arrested two Lashkar militants from Shopian and recovered arms and ammunition in central Kashmir’s Budgam district.

As per a police spokesman, the accused duo identified as Waseem Ahmad Ganai son of Shahzad Ahmad Ganai resident of Ramnagri Shopian & Iqbal Ashraf Sheikh son of Mohammed Ashraf Sheikh resident of Sedow Shopian were apprehended by Budgam Police along with 62RR from Sunnergund area of Budgam.

Arms and ammunition including a Chinese Pistol, 02 pistol magazines, 12 pistol rounds, 32 AK-47 rounds have been recovered from their possession, police said.

A case under FIR number 87/2022 under relevant sections of law has been registered at Police Station Budgam and further investigation into the matter is in progress, it added.

Youth stabbed in Rainawari, hospitalized

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29/03/2022

Srinagar: A 23-year-old youth was injured after being stabbed in Rainawari area of Srinagar on Monday, officials said.

They said the person was brought to SMHS hospital after being referred from JLNM Rainawari hospital.

He has been identified as Tariq Ahmad (23) of Radpora Khanayar. He was attacked by some unknown person at Radpora khanyar and has injury on left side abdomen, they said.

A senior police officer said that there was scuffle between two persons. “Further investigations are underway,” he said. (GNS)

Collapsed wooden bridge over Lidder endangers lives of people in Srigufwara

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Ahmed Shabir

29/03/2022

Collapsed wooden bridge over Lidder endangers lives of people in Srigufwara

Farmers face hardships to reach their orchards

By: Ahmad Shabir

Anantnag: A wooden bridge over the tributary of Lidder in Srigufwara area of Anantnag that has almost collapsed is not only posing threat to the lives of people but also causing severe inconvenience to the farmers, whose land is situated on the other side of the bridge.

Constructed several decades ago, the wooden bridge, according to the locals almost collapsed in the middle, leaving one person minor injured.

The wooden bridge, locals said, is significant for the reason that on the other side of it are vast fields and orchards belonging to locals.

However, after the collapse of the bridge around three months ago, people have been facing severe inconvenience in reaching their orchards.

Since the bridge is at the verge of complete collapse, locals cross it one by one along with their farming tools.

“When even a single person crosses the bridge, it vibrates completely. The women and the men week at heart cannot muster courage to cross the bridge,” said a local, Ghulam Mohiudin.

Another local resident, Khalid Ahmad said that despite the bridge leading to paddy fields and orchards, the authorities have never bothered to construct a concrete bridge over the stream.

“Fearing collapse of the bridge what people now do is that they carry their handcarts and sprayers on their shoulders to take them to other side,” Ahmad said.

Locals wonder as to why the authorities are not constructing a new bridge over the stream or repair this one.

Locals appealed Deputy Commissioner Anantnag to look into the matter and get the new concrete bridge constructed over the stream.

Kulgam youth dies in Saudi Arabia

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Umaisar Gull Ganie

29/03/2022

Family urges Govt to airlift body

By: Umaisar Gull Ganie

Kulgam: The family of a Kulgam youth, who died due to suspected cardiac arrest in Saudi Arabia on Sunday, has appealed government to airlift his body for the last rites.

Mustakeen Ahmad Pandit, 26, son of Nazir Ahmad Pandit of Dessan Yaripora village in Kulgam district working as an engineer with Al Yamama Company in Riyadh for last two years, died of a cardiac arrest today, Showkat Ahmad his cousin said.

Showkat said Mustakeen last called his family on 26 March at around 10:30 pm. “Yesterday we came to know about this shocking news through his friend that he has died due to cardiac arrest,” he said.

The family appealed LG Manoj Sinha, Ministry of External Affairs to facilitate the return of the mortal remains so that they can perform his last rites and bury the deceased at the native graveyard.

After the family of the deceased requested LG Manoj Sinha and MEA to facilitate the transportation of the body, the former Chief Minister Omar Abdullah requested the same to authorities.

Omar Abdullah tweeted and wrote: “Request the Ministry of External Affairs to coordinate with Saudi authorities and help expedite the return of the body of Mustakeen Ahmad Pandit, 26-year-old Kashmiri engineer from Kulgam who passed away in Saudi Arabia yesterday.”

The Consulate General of India (CGI) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia which took note of the post responded saying: “Consulate is in touch with attorney to assist in documentation process. An official from Consulate is reaching Al Wajh city to provide further assistance and to coordinate with concerned authorities to expedite repatriation of mortal remains. All possible help will be provided.” (KNO)

Govt to start eviction proceedings against HCI

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Nasir Azam

29/03/2022

Govt to start eviction proceedings against HCI

Appoints Estate officer for taking over possession of Centaur Hotel

By: Nasir Azam

Srinagar: In a significant development, the Jammu and Kashmir government is set to begin the process for taking over possession of the Centaur Lake View Hotel, Srinagar from the Hotel Corporation of India.

To begin with, the J&K government has appointed Faz Lul Haseeb, additional deputy commissioner Srinagar, as estates officer for taking over possession of the premises of Centaur Lake View Hotel.

The IAS officer has been appointed as estates officer under a law which empowers the government to evict unauthorized occupants.

“In exercise of the powers conferred by section 3 of The Jammu and Kashmir Public Premises(Eviction of Unauthorized Occupants) Act, 1988 read with section 6 of The Jammu and Kashmir Land Grants Act and rule 7(K) of The Jammu and Kashmir Land Grant Rules, 1960, the Government hereby appoint Faz Lul Haseeb, IAS, additional deputy commissioner Srinagar, as estates officer for the purpose of The Jammu and Kashmir Public Premises( Eviction of Unauthorised Occupants) Act, 1988 for taking over possession of the premises of Centaur Lake Hotel, Srinagar,” reads the notification.

Under the Land Grants Act, the Government has the right of reentry on the land leased and the lessee shall be liable to be evicted under the provisions of the Jammu and Kashmir Pubic Premises (Eviction of Unauthorized Occupants) Act.

On June 25, 1979, the State Government vide Cabinet decision No.237 on June 25, 1979, agreed to lease out 13 acres of land in the high profile area of Cheshmashahi Srinagar on the Dal Lake to HCI for 90 years.

On the basis of the said cabinet decision, an agreement was executed on March 10, 1982 between the state Government and HCI.

It is worthwhile to mention that HCI presumably has violated conditions of the lease which necessitated the government to take strict action by taking over the premises in terms of relevant laws. (KNO)

DIG takes stock of Amarnath Yatra preparations

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United News Of India

29/03/2022

Reviews security scenario in Ganderbal

Srinagar: Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police, Central Kashmir Range (CKR), Sujit Kumar on Thursday reviewed the security scenario in Ganderbal, police said.

The meeting was held to take stock of law and order, Amarnath Yatra preparedness, anti-militancy operations, anti-drug drive, and other issues related to day-to-day policing, according to a police statement.

“During his visit, DIG took stock of anti-militancy operational duties. Apart from review of security scenario, he also took stock of Amarnath Yatra preparations which is likely to commence on June 30, 2022,” it said.

The DIG gave certain directions to district police officers to conduct a safe and secured Amarnath ji Yatra.

He also chaired a meeting at Ganderbal which was attended by Senior Superintendent of Police Ganderbal Nikhil Borkar, Additional SP Ganderbal Feroz Yehya and senior officers of the District.

“During the meeting, the DIG CKR stressed upon the officers that anti-national elements need to be taken to task so that militant activities are curbed to the fullest,” the statement added.

The DIG also directed the officers to focus on modern policing techniques in investigation and particularly dealing with militancy.

He also laid emphasis on strengthening the police-public relations, service-oriented policing and to gain the confidence and trust of the people to maintain peace and tranquility in the district. (UNI)

Attempts being made to make our youth drug addicts: Lt Gen Manjinder

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United News Of India

29/03/2022

Jammu: General-Officer-Commanding, White Knight Corps, Lieutenant General Manjinder Singh on Monday alleged that Pakistan was using drugs as tool to spoil the youth of India.

Addressing a public gathering during the Mendhar festival close to the Line of Control in Poonch district, the General said, “Mendhar festival has cleared that people in forward villages are heading towards development and peace.”

But, the enemy (Pakistan) is unable to digest this prevailing peace and harmony close to the border, he noted.

Lt General Singh said, “Earlier, the enemy was smuggling weapons and militants but now, it is using drugs as a tool to spoil our future generation.

“An attempt is being made to make our youth drug addicts, but we must pledge to foil all their nefarious designs with collective efforts. All members of the society must fight against drug abuse initiated by the neighbouring country,” he added. (UNI)

Raja posted as Dy Secy in RDD

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Precious Kashmir

29/03/2022

Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday ordered transfer of a JKAS officer in the interest of administration.

According to an order, Waseem Raja, JKAS, awaiting orders of adjustment in the General Administration Department, has been posted as Deputy Secretary to the Government, Department of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, with immediate

J&K logs 19 fresh Covid cases

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Nadeem Nadu

29/03/2022

By: Nadeem Nadu

Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir reported 19 fresh Covid-19 cases while there was no death due to the virus in the last 24 hours, officials said on Monday.

They said two of the fresh cases were reported from Jammu Division and 17 from Kashmir Valley, taking the overall tally to 453677.

Giving district wise details, the officials said that Srinagar reported 10 cases, Baramulla 2, Budgam 2, Pulwama 0, Kupwara 1, Anantnag 0, Bandipora 0, Ganderbal 0, Kulgam 1, Shopian 1, Jammu 2, Udhampur 0, Rajouri 0, Doda 0, Kathua 0, Samba 0, Kishtwar 0,Poonch 0, Ramban 0 and Reasi 0.

There was no death reported in the last 24 hours, they said. So far 4750 persons have succumbed to the virus—2327 in Jammu and 2423 in Kashmir.

Besides, they said, seven Covid-19 patients—two from Jammu and five from Valley— recovered during the time. So far 448781 people have recovered, leaving the active case tally at 146— 24 in Jammu and 122 in Kashmir.

They said there was no new confirmed case of mucormycosis (black fungus) reported today. So far 51 black fungus cases have been confirmed in J&K, the officials said. They also informed that 25632 doses of covid-19 vaccine were administered during the time in J&K. (GNS)

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