SRINAGAR (KIMS) — Authorities in Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, imposed restrictions and denied permission to visit the Martyrs’ Graveyard in Nowhatta on the anniversary of July 13. In a post on X, Srinagar Police said the district administration has denied permission to all applicants intending to proceed towards Khawaja Bazar, Nowhatta, […]
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Srinagar Police Attaches Property of Notorious Drug Peddlers Worth More Than ₹1 Crore Under the NDPS Act
SRINAGAR — In a significant move to combat the Drug menace and dismantle the infrastructure supporting narcotics trafficking, Srinagar Police has attached a residential property worth approximately ₹ 1 crore and 3 lakhs under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The property- comprising two-storeyed residential house belonging to a notorious drug peddler namely […]
Srinagar Police Attaches Property Worth ₹1 Crore Belonging to Notorious Drug Peddler
SRINAGAR — In a major crackdown on narcotics and its financial infrastructure, Srinagar Police has attached a property worth approximately ₹1 crore under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The attached property—comprising a single-storey residential house and 17 marlas of land at Lawaypora, Srinagar—belongs to Zubair Ahmad Sheikh, son of Late Gulzar Ahmad […]
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq barred from Friday sermon at Jamia Masjid, placed under house arrest ahead of July 13 Martyrs’ Day
SRINAGAR (KIMS) — Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq said on Friday that he was disallowed from offering prayers at Jamia Masjid and was placed under house arrest by authorities, fearing he might mention the martyrs of July 13, 1931, in his Friday sermon. In a post on X, Mirwaiz said, “Disallowed to go to […]
WCA Organizes Seminar on Plural Culture and Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra
ANANTNAG — A thought-provoking seminar titled “Understanding Plural Culture in Kashmir and Dynamics of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra” held at Govt Women’s College Anantnag. The event was jointly organized by the Debates and Seminars Committee in collaboration with the Talent Search Committee of the college. The seminar, conducted in the college’s conference hall, began with […]
Srinagar Police Attaches Property Worth ₹75 Lakhs Under NDPS Act in Major Crackdown on Drug Trafficking
SRINAGAR — In a significant move to intensify the fight against drug trafficking, Srinagar Police has attached a residential property valued at approximately ₹75 lakhs under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The property, comprising a single-storey residential house and adjoining land, is situated in Athwajan, Srinagar. It was in possession of two […]
YCC Palpora triumphs in Koshipora Cricket Tournament, lifts winner’s trophy
ANANTNAG [Sheikh Nadeem] (KIMS) — In a thrilling finale, YCC Palpora clinched the Koshipora Cricket Tournament title after outplaying Hakura Legends in a high-energy clash that concluded in the 16th over. Hakura Legends, having won the toss, opted to bat first and set a competitive target of 142 runs, finishing at 142/8 in their allotted […]
Exam-Based Promotion: A step towards meritocracy in Jammu and Kashmir’s education department
Shahnawaz Ali In the pursuit of enhancing both quality and accountability within the education system, the need to reform the promotion mechanism for teaching and administrative staff in government schools is more urgent than ever. The current seniority-based system, though historically prevalent, fails to recognize merit, competence and the critical understanding of administrative conduct. In […]
Khamenei says Trump ‘exaggerated’ impact of US strikes on nuclear sites
TEHRAN – Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Thursday said US President Donald Trump “exaggerated” the impact of US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, in his first appearance since a ceasefire in the war with Israel took hold. In a statement and a televised speech carried by state media, he hailed his country’s “victory” over […]
Police attach drug dealer’s property worth Rs 1 crore in Srinagar
Srinagar: In a major action against the drug menace, Srinagar police attached a residential property, comprising a two-storey house along with land worth approximately Rs 1 crore, belonging to a notorious drug peddler, in Takanwari, Karnabal area. Police Spokesperson said the accused is involved in case FIR No. 02/2024 under Sections 8, 20, and 29 […]