Man dies in road accident in Ganderbal
Ganderbal: An elderly man was killed after being hit by a load-carrier in Ganderbal district on Friday, officials said. Quoting officials, news agency KNO reported that the man was trying to board a bus when a load-carrier hit him in the Wusan area today, resulting in grievous injuries to him. The injured man was shifted […]
Man held in Kishtwar with intoxicating capsules
Jammu: Police on Friday arrested a narcotics smuggler from Kishtwar district with over 300 intoxicating capsules, officials said. They said Saqib Shabir was apprehended as police found his movements suspicious during a patrol. A search was carried out on the person and 13 strips of Proxyband Spas capsules, with each strip containing 24 capsules totalling […]
Honouring the Wisdom of Age
By: Abid Hussain Rather In our fast-paced world, it is easy to overlook the invaluable treasure trove of wisdom and experience that our senior citizens and elders bring to our communities. As we rush through our daily lives, it is essential to take a moment to reflect on the elderly individuals who have contributed so […]
Are Kashmiri Writers Falling Victim to Unscrupulous Publishers?
By: Peer Mohammad Amir Qureshi In the Kashmir Valley, a growing cadre of authors is emerging, determined to reignite the waning passion for books. Each day, the region witnesses a captivating spectacle of homegrown writers gracing the pages of newspapers and finding their place on various social media platforms, with a shared aspiration to transform […]
Trucker dies in road accident in Ramban
Srinagar: A truck driver was killed after his vehicle met with an accident on the Jammu-Srinagar national highway in Ramban district, officials said Thursday. Quoting an official, a local news agency reported that a truck (JK03E-8003) rolled down into a deep gorge near Kela Morh in Ramban, leading to the death of the driver. The […]
Let the Sun Shine In: Dealing with Seasonal Affective Disorder
By: Dr. Ichpreet Singh As the vibrant colors of summer give way to the earthy tones of Winter, many individuals find themselves battling the annual onset of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). This form of depression, often referred to as the “winter blues,” affects millions of people worldwide. But there’s good news – there are ways […]
The Misery of Wars and Armed Conflicts
By: Dr. Ashraf Lone There is no denying that wars don’t happen in a vacuum but are waged between two or more countries. For centuries, wars have ravaged countries and brought misery to millions of people on this planet. Wars, which were fought to bring peace, didn’t achieve the desired results, instead brought ruin and […]
67th National School Games in Srinagar witness thrilling youth athletics in football and volleyball
Srinagar: The 67th National School Games, featuring Football U19 and Volleyball U17 Boys, have taken Srinagar by storm, with young athletes showcasing their skills and sportsmanship in a spirited competition. These games have not only been a platform for emerging talent but have also highlighted the unwavering dedication and commitment of the Department of Youth […]
Residential house attached in Awantipora for harbouring terrorists
Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir police on Thursday attached a residential house in Awantipora area south Kashmir’s Pulwama district for harbouring terrorists, officials said. An official told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) residential house of Azad Ahmad Teli of Beighpora Awantipora was attached under FIR No 58/2020 for providing voluntarily harbouring to terrorist. He said […]
2 drug peddlers held
Srinagar: Police have arrested two drug peddlers in twin districts of south Kashmir’s Anantnag and Kulgam and recovered contraband, psychotropic substances from their possession, a police spokesperson informed Thursday. He said at a checkpoint established at Hassanpora Crossing, police intercepted a car JK02AM-9204 driven by one Sajad Ahmad Bhat, son of Abdul Khaliq Bhat of […]
