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WAVES 2025 marks historic shift

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 Pahalgam Terror Attack
Create in India, Create
No one will be spared, terrorism for the World: PM Modi
will be rooted out: Amit Shah
Says India's creativity
goes global

10,000 delegates, 90
nations, One Summit—
Says"Chun chun ke badla lenge; jawab bhi diya jayega" WAVES begins

New Delhi, May 01 : Union

Home Minister and Minister
NIA DG departs ‘WAVES is not just an
acronym—it’s a movement
of Cooperation, Shri Amit
Shah, on Wednesday paid
heartfelt tribute to the victims
from Pahalgam of culture, creativity, and
universal connectivity’
of the recent terror attack in
Pahalgam, Jammu & after visiting “This Is the time of the
Orange Economy”
Kashmir, calling the incident
a national tragedy and vowing
a strong and unrelenting
terror attack site Mumbai, May 01: Prime the Prime Minister Background
response against terrorism. Pahalgam , May 01: National Minister Narendra Modi extending greetings and
Speaking at an event in New Investigation Agency (NIA) Director today inaugurated WAVES honoring India’s deep on WAVES 2025
Delhi to inaugurate a road General Sadanand Date, along with 2025, the World Audio Visual cultural roots. Recalling
and unveil a statue in honor senior officials from the NIA and and Entertainment Summit, the release of India’s first With the tagline
of Bodofa Upendra Nath Jammu and Kashmir Police, visited at the Jio World Centre in feature film Raja
“Connecting Creators,
Brahma, the patriarch of the attack site in Baisaran, Pahalgam Mumbai, marking a Harishchandra on May 3,
Assam’s Bodo community, zero tolerance policy against (we will take revenge on each and departed after completing the milestone in India’s cultural 1913, PM Modi paid tribute Connecting Countries”,
Shah said, “The pain of losing terrorism, Shah warned that one of them),” he said. assessment on Thursday. and creative journey. With to cinematic legends like WAVES 2025 is a pioneering
lives in the Pahalgam terror the perpetrators and their “If someone thinks that by The NIA Director General had arrived over 10,000 delegates and Dadasaheb Phalke, Satyajit summit that unites
attack is as deep in the hearts supporters would face severe their cowardly attack they here at Pahalgam earlier in the day representatives from more Ray, Raj Kapoor, Guru Dutt, creators, startups, and
of their families as it is in consequences. “Terrorists have won something, then after the probe agency took over the than 90 countries, the four- Ritwik Ghatak, A.R.
the heart of every Indian. should not think that they understand one thing — this investigation related to the Pahalgam day summit aims to position Rahman, and S.S. industry leaders to shape
This is a collective national have achieved a big victory. is the Narendra Modi terror attack case on April 27 and India as a global powerhouse Rajamouli, noting their the future of media and
grief.” This fight is not over yet. government; no one will be Contd on | Page 08 in media, entertainment, global contributions. entertainment. It aims to
Reaffirming the Centre’s Chun chun ke badla lenge spared. It is our resolve to and digital innovation. “India, with a billion-plus project India as a global
Contd on | Page 08 Add ressi ng t he population, is also a land
content powerhouse
international gathering, of a billion-plus stories,”
PM Modi remarked, said the Prime Minister, through sectors such as
“WAVES is not merely an calling on the global AI, AVGC-XR, gaming, OTT,

CJ administers oath to Lt Gen Pratik Jammu, May 01:

Lieutenant General
M V Suchindra Kumar,
who superannuated on
acronym—it is a wave of
culture, creativity, and
creative community to
engage with India's
comics, and digital
storytelling.
Sharma Pratik Sharma, a April 30. universal connectivity.” storytelling traditions.
newly appointed judges assumes
decorated officer with
rich operational
“Lt Gen Sharma
assumed the charge of
He hailed the summit as a
plat for m u niti ng
“This is the right time to
Create in India, Create for
The summit also includes
the WAVES Bazaar, a cross-
experience, on GOC-in-C, Northern filmmakers, musicians, the World,” he asserted. border digital marketplace,
charge of new Thursday assumed
charge as the general
Command, today. The
general officer has rich
animators, and content
creators from across the
He described WAVES 2025
as a “roaring success from
and hosts over 1,000
creators, 300+ companies,
GOC-in-C of officer commanding-
in-chief of the Indian
o p e r a t i o n a l
experience. He
world, celebrating India's
artistic heritage and future
the first moment,”
highlighting initiatives like and 350+ startups, making
it a landmark event in the
Northern Army’s Northern
Command, officials
commanded
infantry battalion,
an potential.
The event coincided with
the Creators Challenge and
Creatosphere, which drew evolution of India’s cultural
Command said.
He succeeded Lt Gen
brigade and division
along the Line of
Maharashtra Day and
Gujarat Statehood Day, with
over 100,000 entries from
60 countries. He
economy.
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Jammu, May 01: Chief and Wasim Sadiq Nargal

Justice High Court of
Jammu & Kashmir and
joined the proceedings
virtually from the Srinagar Fresh ceasefire violation
Ladakh, Justice Arun Palli, Wing of the High Court.
today administered the oath The proceedings were by Pak triggers uncertainty
of office to the two newly conducted by M.K. Sharma,
appointed Judges; Justice
Sanjay Parihar and Justice
Registrar General
(Officiating) of the High
in Uri LoC villages
Shahzad Azeem as Judges Court, who read out the Over 42 bunkers being constructed
of the High Court of Jammu official notifications, along LoC villages in Uri
& Kashmir and Ladakh, in including the order from
the Chief Justice’s Court the Government of India, CFV continue for 7th straight day along
Room here. Ministry of Law & Justice, various sectors: Army
The ceremony was Department of Justice, the
attended in person at Jammu Warrants of Appointment Irfan Yattoo residents who had just
by Justice Sindhu Sharma, issued by the President of begun to rebuild their lives
Justice Rajnesh Oswal, India, and the Letter of Srinagar, May 01: A fresh after the 2021 ceasefire
Justice Javed Iqbal Wani, Authorization from the spell of cross-border agreement.
Justice Rahul Bharti, Lieutenant Governor of the shelling has shattered the According to PRO
Justice Moksha Khajuria Union Territory of Jammu fragile calm along the Line Defence Lt Col Suneel
Kazmi, Justice Rajesh & Kashmir and Ladakh of Control (LoC) in Uri, Bartwal, “During the
Sekhri, and Justice Mohd. empowering the Chief north Kashmir’s night of April 30 to May
Yousuf Wani. Justices Justice to administer the Baramulla district, 1, Pakistani Army posts
Sanjeev Kumar, Vinod oath. triggering fear and initiated unprovoked
Chatterji Koul, Sanjay Dhar, The event was also uncertainty among small-arms fire across the
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Javid Sofi many across the region.

A resident of Kathward, a
She walked a Pulwama, May 01:In a
remarkable display of
Bakerwal settlement nestled
in the remote hilly terrain
mile to resilience and determination,
Shabnum Sadiq, a tribal girl
near Panner village,
Shabnum lives with her
from Tral in South Kashmir’s family in a modest tarpaulin
school every Pulwama district, has
secured an impressive 92.6%
shelter, far from even the
most basic infrastructure.
day & scaled Overcoming in the Class 12 examinations,
the results of which were
With no paved roads and
limited access to
hardships, Tral’s
top ranks Shabnum shines in
declared on April 30, 2025.
Her success story has become
transportation, reaching
school each day was a
Class 12 exams a source of inspiration for struggle.
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“Every single sound of a bullet takes our
breath away”: Karnah residents
Abid Bashir

I
n the lush, emerald
fields of Karnah near
the Line of Control
(LoC) in north
Kashmir's Kupwara district,
Govt must spring has arrived. Women
File

build modern bend over the land, cutting

RK Anchor

grass with rhythmic swipes

bunkers,
of sickles, while men prepare
deploy the soil for the upcoming
surgeon corn harvest — a seasonal this fragile peace. Mohidudin has lived
specialists tradition as old as the “Every single sound of a through the 1971 war
along border: mountains that encircle bullet takes our breath between India and Pakistan
Karnah MLA their village. Yet, beneath away,” says 65-year-old and decades of deadly
the quiet rhythm of rural Ghulam Mohidudin, his ceasefire violations that
life, an invisible tension voice steady but eyes heavy have left deep scars across
lingers — the fear of a single with the weight of years of Karnah and its people.
sound that could shatter conflict. A former Sarpanch, "I’ve seen children lose
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 Rising Kashmir NEWS
02 Srinagar, Friday 02, May 2025

NIT Srinagar registers

Centre sanctions Rs 785 Cr for Medical Alumni Association first
College, SNM hospital expansion in Leh time since inception
New project set to transform Ladakh’s healthcare, open doors for local medical education Srinagar, May 01: The
National Institute of Tech-
nology (NIT) Srinagar has
Umar Raina Residents across Leh ex- officially registered its Alum-
pressed optimism and pride ni Association, six decades
Leh, May 01: In a historic over the development. Rig- after the institute was es-
development for the Union zin Dolma, a school teacher tablished. The move forma-
Territory of Ladakh, the from Choglamsar, said that lises alumni engagement for
Government of India has many of their children dream the first time since the In-
granted ‘in-principle’ approv- of becoming doctors but can’t stitute’s inception as the
al for the establishment of a afford to study outside La- Regional Engineering Col-
new medical college at Spituk dakh. “This college will lege (REC) Srinagar in 1960.
Pharka, Leh, alongside the change that,” she said. The registration of the
expansion of the Sonam Nor- Norboo Stanzin, a local Alumni Association was led
boo Memorial (SNM) hospi- shopkeeper in Leh Bazaar, by Prof. M.A. Shah, Dr. H.S. Shah said that mission is to ships between generations
tal. The combined project is called it a long-awaited move. Pali, Dr. Dinesh, Mohammad communicate the Institute’s will not only enrich institu-
estimated at Rs 785.61 crore “We have struggled with Rafiq and a dedicated team goals and achievements tions but also foster health-
and is poised to enhance the referrals to hospitals in Sri- of alumni including Er. while fostering a spirit of ier, value-based societies
healthcare services and med- nagar or Delhi for serious Aamir Ali. unity, loyalty, and shared where elders feel respected
ical education in the Union conditions. A better-equipped Director NIT Srinagar, purpose. In today’s rapidly and youth inherit the guid-
Territory. SNM Hospital is exactly what Prof. Binod Kumar Kanau- changing world, it is imper- ing principles that shape
The proposal, submitted we need,” he said. jia hailed the registration ative that we prepare the their future.
by the Union Territory ad- CEC Gyalson extended of the Alumni Association younger generation to face “We deeply value the in-
ministration of Ladakh heartfelt gratitude to the and termed it as a landmark future challenges with wis- volvement of our alumni and
(UTL), was thoroughly re- Ministry of Finance and moment in the history of the dom, vision, courage, and look forward to their support
viewed by the Ministry of “This is a transformative moment for Ladakh. utive Councillor of the La- thanked Prime Minister Institute. “It reflects our sound knowledge. in all these endeavours. As
Health and Family Welfare, dakh Autonomous Hill De- Narendra Modi, Home Min- commitment to building “This task cannot be ac- envisioned by our thought-
which conveyed its in-prin- The medical college and upgraded hospital velopment Council (LAHDC) ister Amit Shah, and Union lasting connections with our complished in isolation—it ful leaders, we are actively
ciple nod, subject to apprais- Leh, Advocate Tashi Gyalson, Health Minister J.P. Nadda alumni, who are an integral is a collective responsibili- working to establish alum-
al by the Public Investment will not only improve access to quality hailed the decision and said: for their “visionary leader- part of our legacy and growth. ty that requires the commit- ni chapters across different
Board (PIB) and incorpora- treatment but also enable our youth to pursue “This is a transformative ship and commitment to the We look forward to their ment and support of our regions, states, and Coun-
tion of specified observations. moment for Ladakh. The aspirations of Ladakhi peo- continued support in driving extended alumni family. tries. These chapters will
The envisioned project medical education right here at home,” CEC, medical college and upgrad- ple.” Once operational, the academic excellence and Together, we must ensure nurture community spirit,
includes a full-fledged aca- ed hospital will not only project is expected to innovation at the Institute,” our graduates are ready to facilitate professional net-
demic block for the new LAHDC Adv Tashi Gyalson improve access to quality strengthen Ladakh’s health- he said. serve humanity with hon- working, and reinforce the
medical college and major treatment but also enable care capacity, reduce med- Prof. Binod Kumar said esty, integrity, and upright- emotional and academic
infrastructure upgrades at towards reducing Ladakh’s local opportunities for as- our youth to pursue medical ical migration and promote that NIT Srinagar has been ness,” he said. Prof Shah said bond with the institute,” he
SNM Hospital. The develop- reliance on outside health- piring medical students. education right here at self-reliance in health and making their mark across that Alumni can play an said. The managing body of
ment is seen as a pivotal step care institutions and offering Chairman and Chief Exec- home.” education sectors. the globe. Now, with a formal instrumental role by pro- the Alumni Association of
structure in place, the viding opportunities to stu- NIT Srinagar (AANITS)
long-cherished dream of dents within their organi- includes Prof. Mohammad
nurturing and strengthening zations or by leveraging their Shafi Mir as President and
this bond between NIT Sri- networks to create new Er. Aamir Ali Mir, Director
nagar and alumni has become avenues elsewhere. Disaster Management J&K,
Jammu, May 01: The one-month hands-on exposure to media opera- lighted the importance of such ini- a reality. Institute’s Registrar “This indispensable in- as Vice-President, Er. Ali
internship programme Thursday tions, public relations, and the com- tiatives in bridging the gap between Atikur Rahman said that volvement will significant- Mohammad Rather (Retd.
Internship for students of the Central Univer-
sity concluded Thursday at the Di-
munication framework of the gov-
ernment. The students were engaged
academia and practical work envi-
ronments.
registration of the Alumni
Association is a significant
ly contribute to realising the
vision of Viksit Bharat.
Executive Engineer, JKPDD)
is a member, while Er. Syed
programme for rectorate of Information and Public
Relations (DIPR), Jammu and Kash-
in various aspects of media manage-
ment, content creation, enabling
The students expressed gratitude
to the Directorate for providing them
achievement for NIT Sri-
nagar. “It will serve as a
Beyond professional oppor-
tunities, alumni can make
Javed Bukhari, MD FIL In-
dustries Pvt. Ltd., serves as
Central University mir.
In a brief meaningful ceremony,
them to gain valuable practical ex-
perience.
with this enriching learning oppor-
tunity and shared their positive
structured platform to engage
with our former students
a profound impact through
philanthropic contribu-
Secretary. Dr. Mohammad
Mursaleen, Associate Pro-
students concludes Director Information, Nitish Rajora,
felicitated the interns and acknowl-
Director Information Nitish Ra-
jora, while addressing the interns,
experiences during the internship.
The DIPR reiterated its commit-
and harness their expertise
and experience for the bet-
tions—whether by support-
ing specific initiatives or
fessor, Mechanical Engineer-
ing, is the Additional Sec-
at DIPR J&K edged their enthusiasm, dedication,
and active participation throughout
encouraged them to continue explor-
ing the dynamic field of media and
ment to promoting youth engagement
and skill development through such
terment of the institute,” he
said.
funding a broad range of
academic and developmen-
retary. Prof. Manzoor Ahmad
Ahanger as Joint Secretary
the duration of the programme. communication and appreciated their educational collaborations in the Dean Alumni and Inter- tal activities,” he said. Prof. (I), and Dr. Shahid Saleem
The internship aimed to provide commitment to learning. He high- future. national Affairs, Prof M.A Shah said strong relation- is the Treasurer.

Global Tech leader Amit SMC Commissioner reviews PMAY (U) SSP Traffic Rural raises
Saxena enlightens SMVDU Srinagar, May 01: In a eligibility criteria and on-
alarm on road fatalities at
high-level review meeting line application process
students on AI, ML held at the Srinagar Munic-
ipal Corporation (SMC),
under PMAY(U).
“In the digital age, it is
Samba School
Katra, May 01: The School operational efficiency, Commissioner Dr. Owais imperative that we empow- Samba, May 01: A road safe-
of Computer Science and reducing downtime, and Ahmed Thursday took stock er our citizens with the ty awareness programme was
Engineering at Shri Mata driving innovation in in- of the ongoing progress in knowledge and tools re- held at Bhargava Higher
Vaishno Devi University dustrial processes. The revenue realisation and quired to access government Secondary School, Samba on
(SMVDU), Katra, Thursday event witnessed enthusi- implementation of the Prad- welfare schemes. Special Thursday to highlight the
organised an insightful astic participation, with han Mantri Awas Yojana training sessions and aware- critical importance of traffic
expert lecture by Amit attendees engaging active- – Urban (PMAY-U) 2.0. The over the slow pace of appli- ness drives must be launched discipline and safety. The
Saxena, Principal Archi- ly in a Q&A session. Prof meeting witnessed the par- “In the digital age, cation processing and ap- immediately,” the Commis- event was led by Senior Su-
tect at SAP America Inc, Balbir Singh, Dean Aca- ticipation of senior officials it is imperative provals. He directed con- sioner said. Commissioner perintendent of Police (SSP),
USA. The session was at- demics, commended the from various wings of the cerned officials to clear all also directed the SMC Social Traffic Rural Jammu G L
tended by B.Tech (CSE) initiative, emphasising Corporation, including the that we empower pending cases without delay, Media Cell to create simple, Sharma, who addressed stu-
students, faculty members, the importance of such Revenue and Planning. our citizens with ensuring that the benefits multilingual user guides dents and staff on the urgent lead by example, spreading
and research scholars. industry-academia inter- The Commissioner issued of the central housing and videos explaining the need to follow road safety awareness within their fam-
Saxena, a distinguished actions in bridging knowl- clear directions to expedite the knowledge and scheme reach deserving online application proce- norms. ilies and communities by
professional in enterprise edge gaps and preparing the pace of revenue mobil- tools required to beneficiaries, especially the dure and to collaborate with During his address, Shar- adhering to the Motor Vehi-
architecture and digital students for global chal- isation across all wards of economically weaker sec- local NGOs and ward com- ma shared startling statistics, cles Act and traffic regulations.
innovation, delivered a lenges. the city. Ward-wise revenue
access government tions (EWS) and low-income mittees to disseminate in- revealing that India loses over The programme was conduct-
lecture on “Industry 4.0 The session concluded targets were allocated to welfare schemes. groups (LIG) in Srinagar formation at the grassroots 1.60 lakh lives annually in ed in collaboration with the
and the Application of AI/ with a vote of thanks by concerned officers, with Special training city. level. The meeting conclud- road accidents, with 1.72 lakh school management. Rajesh
ML in Maintenance Pro- Prof Manoj Kumar Gupta, instructions to intensify To ensure wider partic- ed with the Commissioner fatalities recorded in 2023 Sharma, Managing Director,
cesses”. He shared deep Faculty Coordinator, and field-level efforts to meet sessions and ipation and public aware- reiterating his commitment alone. Jammu and Kashmir and the Principal of the school
insights into the transfor- Dr Deo Prakash, Co-Coor- the financial goals set for awareness drives ness of the PMAY(U) scheme, in ensuring transparent witnesses around 900 such actively participated in the
mative role of Industry 4.0, dinator, who expressed the current financial year. Dr. Owais emphasised the governance, timely imple- deaths each year. Globally, event. Also in attendance were
particularly highlighting sincere appreciation to Dr. Owais stressed the im- must be launched need for comprehensive mentation of public welfare more than 11 lakh lives are Shri Sukhdev Singh Jamwal,
the integration of Artificial Saxena for sharing his portance of strengthening immediately.” capacity building among schemes, and inclusive lost in road accidents annu- Deputy Superintendent of
Intelligence (AI) and Ma- valuable expertise. The revenue collection systems, the common masses, with urban development. He ally, leaving many injured Police, Traffic Samba-Kathua,
chine Learning (ML) in School of Computer Science improving documentation deliver civic services to the a special focus on digital urged all stakeholders to and dependent on their fam- and Inspector Rakesh Kumar,
predictive and preventive and Engineering reaf- and ensuring accountabil- people. All wards must now empowerment. He called work with dedication and ilies. DTI Samba. Sharma affirmed
maintenance. firmed its commitment to ity at every level. work on a mission mode to for the organisation of coordination to fulfil the He emphasised that traffic that such awareness initia-
Drawing on real-world academic excellence and “Revenue realisation achieve their respective ward-level awareness vision of affordable housing discipline not only saves lives tives would continue and be
case studies and advanced fostering meaningful in- forms the backbone of our targets,” he said. Turning camps, online registration for all and to strengthen the but also reduces public in- intensified in the coming days
tools, Saxena outlined how dustry engagement municipal functioning. his focus to the PMAY(U) drives, and facilitation desks financial backbone of the convenience and saves valu- to instil responsible road
intelligent manufacturing through such enriching Timely and efficient collec- 2.0 scheme, the Commis- at the ward offices to help Corporation through robust able time. Sharma called upon behaviour across all sections
systems are enhancing experiences. tion enables us to better sioner expressed concern citizens understand the revenue realisation. the younger generation to of society.

Shree Machail Mata Ji Yatra 2025

Labour Day celebrated with DC takes stock of arrangements, progress of infra projects
‘Run for Health, Safety of Workers’ Kishtwar, May 01: To ensure
seamless arrangements for the
Shree Machail Mata Ji Yatra 2025,
from Gulabgarh to Machail, and
strengthening telecom connectiv-
ity. Directions were issued to all
egy to boost awareness about the
sacred Yatra.
Earlier in the day, the DC di-
Jammu, May 01: The Labour sioner J&K. The event aimed Officer, JKESIS Nimisha the event a success. All partic- Deputy Commissioner Rajesh Ku- concerned officers to expedite the rected the OG GREF to improve
Department Jammu Thursday to promote awareness about Anand, Assistant Labour Com- ipants were given certificates mar Shavan Thursday chaired a work and maintain quality stan- road conditions on the Kisht-
conducted a ‘Run for Health the importance of health, safe- missioner, Central Roopali for their enthusiastic partici- comprehensive review meeting dards. war-Paddar stretch to facilitate
and Safety of Workers’ to mark ty, and dignity of workers across Gandotra and Assistant Labour pation. In a special gesture, today to assess the progress of The DC also instructed the SDM smooth vehicular movement.
International Labour Day (May sectors. A large number of Commissioner Rupali Jasrotia, several labourers were pre- developmental works and logistics Paddar to launch an awareness Representatives from Sarv Shak-
Day). The run was flagged off participants, including officials among other functionaries and sented with Certificates of in the region. campaign for hotel and paying ti Sewak Sanstha were also present
at 6:00 am by Labour Commis- of the Labour Department from staff. Appreciation in recognition The DC took stock of ongoing guest operators, encouraging them during the meeting and shared
sioner J&K, Charandeep Singh Jammu District, employees of The civil administration, of their invaluable contribution infrastructure projects aimed at to maintain cleanliness and offer concerns related to the Yatra. The
here from Shram Bhawan, J&K Employees State Insurance J&K Police, Health Department, to nation-building. Adding to enhancing facilities for pilgrims. modern amenities to visiting DC gave a patient hearing and
Railway Road. Society (JKESIS), Provident Municipal Corporation, Secu- the spirit of the event, a ‘Wall Key focus areas included the com- pilgrims. Anticipating a signifi- assured them of full administrative
The run followed a desig- Fund Organisation, labourers rity personnel, and Traffic of Gratitude’ was installed at pletion of Yatri Bhawan by the cant increase in footfall, the DC support. The meeting was attend-
nated route via War Memori- and individuals from various Police extended full coopera- Shram Bhawan, where partic- first week of June, renovation of emphasised that over 10 lakh ed by ADC Kishtwar Pawan Kotwal,
al, Railway Station, opposite walks of life joined the run in tion, ensuring the run was ipants penned down messages sanitary complexes, development pilgrims are expected this year, PO ICDS Rishi Kumar Sharma,
Ladakh House, J&K Bank solidarity with the labour class. conducted smoothly and suc- and signed in solidarity with of the area surrounding the Bha- a sharp rise from the three lakh SDM Paddar Dr. Amit Kumar,
Zonal Office link lane, Divi- Officers who participated cessfully. The Labour Commis- the labour force, reaffirming wan, and ensuring uninterrupted pilgrims recorded last year. He Tehsildar Paddar, members of Sarv
sional Commissioner Office in the event included Deputy sioner expressed gratitude to their commitment to upholding power and water supply during emphasised the importance of Shakti Sewak Sanstha,Sanatan
Jammu, and culminated at the Labour Commissioner, Jammu all departments for their un- the rights and welfare of work- the Yatra. Special emphasis was publicity and coordinated plan- Dharma Sabha, Head Priest (Baba
Office of the Labour Commis- Veenkashi Koul, Chief Accounts wavering support in making ers. placed on boarding and lodging ning in achieving this milestone Ji) of Shri Gauri Shankar Mandir
arrangements, security prepared- and highlighted the launch of a Sarkoot, contractors, and other
ness, road and bridge development comprehensive promotion strat- key officials.
 Rising Kashmir News Srinagar, Friday 02, May, 2025
03
RAMBAN’S CATASTROPHE ECI introduces key reforms to
improve accuracy of electoral rolls
Official assessment reveals 1000 houses New Delhi, May 01: The
Election Commission of

damaged, over 200 vehicles submerged

India (ECI) introduced three
new initiatives on Thursday
aimed at improving the ac-
curacy of electoral rolls.
These measures are in
Compiling final data for compensation, upgrading of warning gadgets on cards, says DC Ramban line with the initiatives as
envisaged by the Chief Elec-
tion Commissioner (CEC)
Abid Bashir are planning to upgrade the of India, Gyanesh Kumar,
early warning system along the during the Conference of Deaths Act, 1969 (as amend- photo identity cards to en-
Srinagar, May 01: In the pre- Ramban highway corridor,” DC Chief Electoral Officers ed in 2023). This will also sure that citizens can rec-
dawn hours of April 21, the skies Haq confirmed. “We must mi- (CEOs), in the presence of enable Booth Level Officers ognise and interact confi-
over Ramban district roared nimise the risk as nobody can Election Commissioners Dr (BLOs) to re-verify the in- dently with BLOs during
without warning. Within mo- prevent the natural calamities. Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and formation through field voter verification and
ments, a furious cloudburst Warning alarms may help take Dr Vivek Joshi in March visits, without waiting for registration drives.
unleashed torrents of rain upon early precautions which would this year, as per an ECI re- a formal request under "The Commission has
the area, triggering flash floods ultimately help save lives.” It lease. Form 7," it said. also directed that all BLOs,
and landslides that swept took the Ramban administra- According to the release, ECI is set to redesign who are appointed by the
through villages, damaged tion 36 to 48 hours to restore the poll body has decided Voter Information Slips to EROs under Section 13B(2)
nearly 1,000 homes and left more the highway, first for the light to electronically integrate make them more user- of the Representation of the
than 200 vehicles mangled be- motor vehicles and then heavy death registration data with friendly and informative. People Act, 1950, be issued
neath mud and stone. lives. “We succeeded in saving ming a rhythm of resilience. vehicles as well. the electoral database, en- "The serial number and standard photo identity
It was nature at its most un- lives, which was our first prior- “Some vehicles are still stuck “At present, the highway is suring the Electoral Reg- part number of the voter cards to ensure that citizens
predictable — and unforgiving. ity,” said Deputy Commission- under the rubble,” the DC said. through from both sides for all istration Officers (EROs) will now be displayed more can recognise and interact
The worst-hit area was Marh, er Ramban, Baseer ul Haq, as “Operations are on to pull them sorts of vehicles even though receive timely information prominently, with in- confidently with BLOs dur-
a stretch now resembling a shat- he surveyed the aftermath. “The out.” The tragedy has prompt- repair and clearance work is about registered deaths. creased font size, making ing voter verification and
tered land. Heavy boulders, damage is immense. Many ed the administration to re- going on at some points,” the "The Commission will it easier for voters to iden- registration drives. As the
dislodged by the surge, crashed homes are completely destroyed, evaluate disaster preparedness. DC said. now obtain death registra- tify their polling station first interface between the
down the mountainside, bury- others partially so. We are com- Cloudbursts, though rare, are While the wounds of the di- tion data electronically and for polling officials to voters and the ECI in per-
ing vehicles and structures in piling details and will soon becoming more frequent in saster are still fresh and the from the Registrar Gen- locate their names in the forming election-related
their path. Cries for help pierced submit a report to the govern- Jammu and Kashmir’s hilly air carries the scent of wet earth eral of India in line with electoral roll efficiently," duties, it is important that
the sound of rushing water and ment for compensation.” terrain, posing a serious threat and anguish, there is a growing Rule 9 of the Registration the ECI said. BLOs are easily identifiable
falling debris, but amidst the At the Marh spot, excavators to communities along vulner- sense of determination among of Electors Rules, 1960 and ECI has also directed to the public while conduct-
chaos, there were also cries of worked tirelessly to dig through able highway stretches. Ramban’s people — and its ad- Section 3(5)(b) of the Reg- that all Booth Level Officers ing house-to-house visits,"
relief as teams rushed to save the debris, their engines hum- “In light of this incident, we ministration — to rebuild. istration of Births and (BLOs) be issued standard it added.

IUST hosts media Pakistani woman married to CRPF constable allowed SKUAST-K honours
outreach prog back to Jammu from Attari after HC intervention workers at MRCSG on
Awantipora, May 01: Un- preneurship, is part of IUST’s Jammu, May 01: After the Advocate Sharma also der issued by the Indian Attari border. On the same World Labour Day
der its University Outreach Media Outreach Campaign. Indian Government can- mentioned that Khan, who government, two types of day, a case was filed in the
Program and as part of its It seeks to equip emerging celled all kinds of visas of entered India on a visiting people were exempted, one J&K High Court, and the Srinagar, (Shuhama),May
MoU with DataLEADS, the entrepreneurs with essential Pakistani nationals cur- visa and had applied for a is diplomatic visa holders, hearing took place. The 01: The Mountain Research
Islamic University of Sci- media skills to effectively rently in India, Minal Khan, long-term visa after marry- and the second is long-term court passed an interim Centre for Sheep & Goat
ence and Technology (IUST) utilize digital tools for busi- a Pakistani national who ing Constable Munir Ahmed, visa holders. She had ap- order, and after that, she (MRCSG), Shuhama, cel-
today launched a Media ness growth and promotion. was married to a Central was sent back amid tightened peared for the interview for was sent back to Jammu. ebrated World Labour Day
Literacy Program aimed Key topics included identi- Reserve Police Force (CRPF) security measures. a long-term visa, and positive She reached Jammu yes- by felicitating outstanding
at aspiring entrepreneurs, fying misinformation and constable in Jammu was "Munir Ahmed, who is a recommendations were sent terday around 3 am," he said. workers. Prof Mohammad
with a special focus on disinformation, understand- granted a last-minute relief CRPF constable, got married to MHA for giving her a long- Meanwhile, following the Altaf Bhat, Director Educa-
women participants. ing deepfakes and manipu- by the J&K High Court. to Pakistani national Meenal term visa," Ankur Sharma steps by the Indian govern- tion, was the chief guest.
The initiative, conducted lated content, enhancing Khan's advocate, Ankur Khan 2.5 months ago. She said. ment, a total of 786 Pakistani The brief but impressive |Farms, Dr Muzammil
in collaboration with the fact-checking skills, and Sharma, told ANI that due came to India on a visiting "Meanwhile, the Pahal- nationals have left India via function was attended by Abdullah and other scien-
Women Entrepreneurship using advanced search strat- to not having a long-term visa and then applied for a gam attack happened, and the Attari border within six the Senior Scientist & Head, tists, Livestock Assistants
Development Cell, Centre egies under Google’s Super visa, Meenal Khan was de- long-term visa. After the she didn't have a long-term days beginning April 24, said MRCSG, Dr Parvaiz Ahmad and the administrative staff
for Innovation and Entre- Searchers curriculum. ported to the Attari border. Pahalgam attack, in the or- visa, so she was sent to the a senior official.(ANI) Reshi, Scientist Incharge of the Research Centre.

New GMC in J&K continue to face

staff crunch, patients suffer
M Peerzada there is shortage of ortho- institution raises concerns few are in place in Pharma-
pedicians, endocrinologists about emergency response cology, Dentistry, Biochem-
Srinagar, May 01: The which has affected patients times, particularly for pa- istry, while the rest remain
newly established medical coming from different areas tients suffering from heart vacant.
colleges in Jammu and Kash- and compelling them to attacks. Similarly, out of the sanc-
mir continue to grapple with visit Srinagar hospitals,” Similarly, doctors at GMC tioned 32 associate profes-
a severe manpower crunch, said an official. Anantnag said the medical sors, only 11 are currently
with key departments among He said despite the super- college also needs more car- in position. For assistant
the worst hit which is affect- annuation of employees many diologists as patient load has professors, there is a sanc-
ing patient care and overall posts are vacant positions, increased since the start of tioned strength of 49, but
healthcare delivery in the as the Health and Medical cath lab and existing staff only 30 are in place, leaving
region. Education Department has strength of cardiologists is the remaining positions
Officials said the medical yet to provide replacements. overburdened and can’t deal vacant.
colleges that have been af- People said the shortage with huge patient flow. Likewise, there are 78
fected due to the lack of of staff, especially of cardi- The newly established sanctioned senior resident
manpower include GMC ologists, has created a void, GMC Handwara is also grap- positions, but only 44 are
Baramulla, GMC Handwara, forcing cardiac patients to pling with a severe man- filled, with the rest remain-
GMC Anantnag, GMC Doda seek treatment in Srinagar power shortage, particu- ing unoccupied in the Doda
and Rajouri. or other distant locations. larly in key departments like Medical College.
GMC Baramulla, the lone “As a result, patients are Anatomy, Physiology, and Officials said in GMC
tertiary care center in North now struggling for timely Biochemistry. Rajouri, there are 32 sanc-
Kashmir, is facing staff short- diagnosis and treatment, It has adversely affected tioned posts for Associate
age in vital areas despite the putting many severe heart patient care, leaving hospi- Professors, with 18 cur-
increased load of patients patients at risk of fatalities,” tals struggling to provide rently in position. The reply
from different areas. said Abid Ahmad, a local quality treatment. said for the post of Lecturer
“The medical college has resident. Official said in GMC Doda, (Blood Bank) in GMC Rajouri,
no nephrologist, no cardi- He said absence of car- there is a sanctioned strength one position is sanctioned
ologist, no neurologist, and diac care in such a crucial of 23 professors of which only and currently filled.

Sakeena inaugurates SDH Road Safety Committee

building in Kulgam meeting held in Kupwara

Kupwara, May 01: In order ers to avert the possibility

Kulgam, May 01: In a boost has been constructed by the to review the implementa- of road accidents in the
to rural healthcare infra- Police Housing Corporation tion of road safety measures district which result in los-
structure, Minister for and is expected to cater to and traffic regulation in the ing precious lives.
Health and Medical Educa- a large population, thereby district, Deputy Commis- The SE R&B and BEA-
tion, Social Welfare and improving access to qual- sioner (DC) Kupwara, Ay- CON were directed to ensure
Education, Sakeena Itoo, ity healthcare. ushi Sudan today chaired pothole free roads by repair-
today inaugurated the Sha- Addressing a gathering the meeting of District Road ing and macadamizing all
heed Wali Mohammad Itoo on the occasion, Sakeena Safety Committee (DRSC), major roads of the district
Memorial Sub-District reaffirmed the government’s here. to ensure smooth movement
Hospital (SDH) building at commitment towards Addressing the meeting, of traffic and the people.
D.H. Pora and the newly strengthening the rural DC stressed that road They were also directed to
constructed New Type Pri- healthcare facilities. She safety is a major issue con- ensure curve improvement
mary Health Centre (NT- underscored the importance cerning the safety of lives on major roads of the district
PHC) building at Ahmad- of such projects in ensuring of the people. She urged especially hilly roads to
abad Kulgam. equitable health services all the stakeholders to co- remove the black spots
Fulfilling a long pending for all. She stated that the operate in making the roads which are prone to accidents.
demand of the local popula- Omar Abdullah led govern- safer by following traffic The meeting was at-
tion, these healthcare fa- ment remains dedicated to rules and regulations re- tended by SE R&B Kupwara,
cilities are poised to enhance public welfare and numer- ligiously. CMO, CEO, ARTO, Execu-
the medical care services ous initiatives have been She emphasized the of- tive Engineers, besides,
in this rural belt of the dis- undertaken in recent ficers to intensify the en- officers from Police, Traffic,
trict. months to uplift the lives forcement of traffic regula- and other concerned officers
The Sub-District Hospi- of the people of Jammu and tions on the ground and were also present during
tal, a project of Rs 11 crore, Kashmir. tighten the noose on offend- the meeting.
 Rising Kashmir Srinagar, Friday 02, May 2025
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dear Mother Smt. Nirmala Devi Mathawan W/O Late 281 of Cantonment Act' 2006 shall be initiated against the offenders.
Chander Bhan R/O Jawhar Nagar Srinagar on 30-04-2025.
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NOTICE NOTICE
I lost my Discharge certificate of I want to correct my name & dob in Aadhaar card records under
class 4th of 2009. Now I want a no:433547531603 from Mohammad Safeullah ,S/o:Mohammad Shafi
duplicate of the same anybody having Lone ,Dob:25-03-2006 To Saifullah Shafi Lone,S/o:Muhammad Shafi
any objection in this regard may file Lone,Dob:05-03-2007 .If anybody has any objection in this regard he/she
in the office of the head master Govt may contact concerned authorities within a week after that no objection
Girls middle school Ghat Narbal shall be entertained.
within a period of seven days no Saifullah Shafi Lone
objection will be entertained after S/o:Muhammad Shafi Lone
the expiry date from the publication iy Dob:05-03-2007
of this notice.
Tahmeena Gul
D/o:- Gh Mohmad Dar
NNA R/o:- Ghat Narbal

NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE

I want to transfer the name in electricity bills from Mr: Late S Hardev Singh In my adhaar card bearing no.988005001330, my name has been
Oberoi ,S/o:Late S Partap Singh Oberoi ,R/o:House no 390 ,Lane no 15 Ward 03
wrongly admitted as "Parveeza Begum" while as my actual name
Shivpora , Sgr. bearing consumer Id’s : 0201010003796 & 0201010003799 , Sub
Division:Sheikh Bagh , to Narinder Pal Singh Oberoi , S/o: Late S Hardev Singh is "Parveena Begum", now I am applying for its corrections, in this
Oberoi ,R/o: House no 390 ,Lane no 15 Ward 03 Shivpora Srinagar . if anybody regard if anybody is having any objection may file the same to
THE ADMINISTRATION OF UNION TERRITORY OF LADAKH has any objection in this regard may contact to the Ex. Engineer, Sub Division : concerned department within the period of Seven days from the
LADAKH AUTONOMOUS HILL DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL KARGIL
OFFICE OF THE ASSISTANT REGIONAL TRANSPORT OFFICER KARGIL LADAKH Sheikh Bagh within a week after that no objection shall be entertained. date of publication of this notice. After that no objection shall be
Whereas a joint application has been received from Shri/ Smt. Sajad Hussain S/O Talib Hussain Narinder Pal Singh Oberoi entertained.
R/O Gayling as (Transfer) and Shri/ Smt Zainab Bee D/O Mohd Ali R/O Shakar Chiktan (as transferee)
for transfer of NA Carriage Route Permit No NA covering vehicle No Jk La011323 Now, therefore, S/o: Late S Hardev Singh Oberoi Parveena Begum
it is notified for general information that objections, if any to the proposed transfer of the said 10678 R/o: House no 390 ,Lane no 15 Ward 03 Shivpora Srinagar W/o: Mushtaq Ahmad Lone
Route Permit/ Vehicle shall be filed in writing in the office of ARTO Kargil within a period of 7 days
from the date of publication of this notice in the daily newspaper
GM R/o: Tujar Pahlihar Sopore district Baramulla
No:-ARTO/2025/65
Date: 30/04/2025 LH
Asstt Regional Transport Officer
Kargil Ladakh
Sd/-
PUBLIC NOTICE
In my adhaar card bearing no.991102747715, my name has been
wrongly admitted as "Farhada Bano" while as my actual name is
NOTICE
It is informed to the general public that my son’s Aadhar card vide no. 684981354288
"Farhat Akhtar", now I am applying for its correction, in this regard
has wrongly mentioned his name Mohammad Abad illahi kanth while as his if anybody is having any objection may file the same to concerned
correct name is Mohammad Abad ilaahi. I want to correct it if anybody having department within the period of Seven days from the date of publication
any objection he/she may contact Aadhar office Srinagar/ Jammu within 7 of this notice. After that no objection shall be entertained.
days, no objection shall be entertained after that.
Farhat Akhtar
Fazal Elahi Kanth
F/O:- Mohammad Abad illahi Kanth D/o: Sonaulllah Bhat NOTICE
Adnan Ads R/O:- 6, Usmanabad, District Srinagar J&K GM R/o: Hib Dangerpora Seelo district Baramulla It is hereby informed to general public that I Mohammad Bariq Magray S /o
Mohammad Shafi Magray R/o Koolipora Khanyar, Srinagar wants to Transferred
Subject: - Issuance of legal heir in favour of legal heirs of deceased Ghulam Mohammad Dar S/o Habib
Ullah Da R/o Lone Mohalla Old Chanapora who expired on 41/06/2021.
the PDD electricity connection bearing Consumer ID: 0204010001138, installation
NOTICE
The above titled application for issuance of legal heir’s certificate is under process in our office. In this
PUBLIC NOTICE No. 19355 which is presently in the name of Haleema Akhter D/o Abdul Gaffar Shah
R/o: Baba Dawood Koolipora Khanyar , Srinagar kashmir to my name. In this regard
regard, the report obtained from field staff reveals that, Ghulam Mohammad Dar S/o Habib Ullah Dar
We the fallowing persons propose to register a non-profitable/non political society if anyone has any objection he or she may approach to the Assistant Executive
expired on 14/06/2021.The said deceased was survived by followinq NOK’s/leaal heirs. under the name and style “DAAERA-E-ADAB DELINA”Baramulla with the registrar Engineer, Subdivision Khanyar Srinagar within seven days from the date of publication
S Name Relationship with Age Occupation of Societies, Kashmir under the society Registration Act 1860. of this notice. After that no objection shall be entertained. Walnut ads
no. deceased
(1).Shair Ali Mashgool S/O Late Kh.Mohammad Ali R/O:Delina Baramulla,Occupation
1 Parvaiz Ahmad Dar Son 55 years Married
2 Naeema Nazir w/o Nazir Ahmad Dar Daughter- inlaw 53 years Widow
:Farmer Mob:9859401705, Designation in the society (Patron).
3 Nadeem Ahmad Dar s/o Nazir Ahmad Dar Grandson 42years Married
(2).Mohammad Afzal Butt S/O Late Mohammad Safder Butt,R/O:Delina
4 Tanveer Ahmad Dar S/o Nazir Ahmad Dar Grandson 32 years Un-Married Baramulla, Occupation:Rtd. Govt.Employee, Mob: 8825052530, Designation
in the society (President)
5 Neelofar D/o Nazir Ahmad Dar Grand daughter 42 years Married
6 Safina D/o Nazir Ahmad Dar Grand daughter 42 year Married
(3).Ali Mihammad Lone S/O Late Ghulam Nabi Lone,R/O:Batapora Delina Baramulla,
The applicant intends to obtain legal heir certificate in favour of the legal heirs of the said deceased. Occupation:Farmer, Mob: 8493914764, Designation in the society (Vice President)
If anyone is having any objection in this regard, he/she may intimate the office of undersigned (4).Akhter Ali Ansari S/O Late Akber Ali Ansari ,R/O: Delina Baramulla, Occupation:Rtd.
either personally or through any authorised agent within (7) seven days from the date of publication
of this notice, after expiry of said period no claim shall be entertained the notice is issued under Bank Manager, Mob: 9541704057, Designation in the society (Secretary)
my seal and signature. NW (5)Showkat Ali Ansari S/O Late Akber Ali Ansari ,R/O: Boni Bagh Bagwanpora, Lal
Bazar Srinagar, Occupation:Rtd. Govt.Employee, Mob: 9419735802, Designation
Subject: - Issuance of legal heir in favour of legal heirs of deceased Noor Jahan w/o Ghulam
Mohammad Dar R/o Chanapora who expired on 31/01/2023
in the society (Organiser)
(6) Zameer Ansari S/O Late Akber Ali Ansari ,R/O: Delina Baramulla, Occupation:
NOTICE Rtd. Govt. Employee, Mob: 8493914764, Designation in the society (Treasurer)
The above titled application for issuance of legal heir’s certificate is under process in our office. In
this regard, the report obtained from field staff reveals that, Noor Jahan w/o Ghulam Mohammad (7) Shahnawaz Hassan Mir S/O Ghulam Hassan Mir, R/O: Hygam Sopore, Occupation:
Dar expired on 31/01/2023. The said deceased was survived bv following NOK’s/leqal heirs. Student, Mob: 9541718399, Designation in the society (Publicity Secretary)
Sno. Name Relationship Age Occupation Any objection in this regard may be reported to the Office of Registrar of Societies,
with deceased
1 Parvaiz Ahmad Dar Son 55 years Married Kashmir within the period of 7 Days.
2 Naeema Nazir w/o Nazir Ahmad Dar Daughter- inlaw 53 years Widow
3 Nadeem Ahmad Dar s/o Nazir Ahmad Dar Grandson 42years Married PRESIDENT
4 Tanveer Ahmad Dar S/o Nazir Ahmad Dar Grandson 32 years Un-Married Daaera-e-Adab Delina
5 Neelofar D/o Nazir Ahmad Dar Grand daughter 42 years Married jm Baramulla
6 Safina D/o Nazir Ahmad Dar Grand daughter 42 year Married
The applicant intends to obtain legal heir certificate in favour of the legal heirs of the said deceased.
If anyone is having any objection in this regard, he/she may intimate the office of undersigned
either personally or through any authorised agent within (7) seven days from the date of publication
of this notice, after expiry of said period no claim shall be entertained the notice is issued under
NOTICE
In my cluster university Graduation record my DOB is wrongly entered as 10-04-2000 No.4/13/2/4439/CB/BB/38 Dated:-01 April’ 2025
my seal and signature. NW instead of 10-04-2004 under Board Registration No N17360390007. Now I am applying
for its correction if anybody has any objection may contact cluster University Srinagar
NOTICE INVITING TENDERS
Online tenders are invited tor term contractor of the following works at Badamibagli Cantonment and Satellite Stations, Srinagar for the year 2025-2026 from registered contractors of MI.NXTW
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It is informed to the general public that my daughter’s Aadhar card vide no.
within 7 days.
Kamreena Jan
D/PWD/R&B and other Government reputed agencies. Online tender form is available on http//defproc.gov.in. The Bidders have to submit online bids vi/ technical bid and financial bid. The
bidder has to furnish earnest money deposit (EMD) and cost of tender document as per table below.
811243493352 has wrongly mentioned her name Rimsha Bashir while as her D/o:- Ali Mohammad Gatoo
correct name is Soliaha Bashir. I want to correct it if anybody having any Republish R/o:- Hergam Shopian S.NO. Name of Work / Tender Id EMD Tender Cost Bid Submission End Date
objection he/she may contact Aadhar office Srinagar/ Jammu within 7 days, Amount
no objection shall be entertained after that. THE JAMMU & KASHMIR STATE BOARD OF
Bashir Ahmad Ganie 01 Term Contract for Roads, footpaths Rs.98000/- Rs.2500/- 21.05.2025
F/O:- Soliaha Bashir SCHOOL EDUCATION and pavements: (Non Refundable) upto 12:00 PM.
MP R/O:- Rohmoo Pulwama New Campus Bemina Srinagar Tender Id: 2025_ DGDE_706168_1
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THE UNIVERSITY OF The Candidate whose photograph is above reports that he
/ she has lost his/her Diploma Qualification certificate/s
Tender Id: 2025 _ DGDE_706154_l (Non Refundable) upto 12:00 PM.
KASHMIR, SRINAGAR having the following description: Roll No.133005035, Class: 03 Term Contract for Drainage and Sanitation: Rs.98000/- Rs.2500/- 21.05.2025
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to the University that he / she has lost her University Certificate/s Manzoor Ahmad Mir, Mother's Name: Shafiqa Banu, Date of 04 Term Contract for Misc Public improvement: Rs.98000/- Rs. 2500/- 2 1.05.2025
and has applied for issuance of Duplicate Certificate/s: Name: Birth: 07.09.2007, Residence: Chandhara Pampore. Now, the
Shazia Hamied, Parentage: Abdul Hamied Najjar, Residence: candidate has applied for issuance of Duplicate Qualification Tender Id: 2025_DGDE_ 706163_1 (Non Refundable) upto 04:00 PM.
Manzgam Brane Nishat, Registration No. 46072-S-2012, Certificate/s. Before the case will be proceed under rules, if
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 Rising Kashmir Politics Srinagar, Friday 02, May, 2025
05
=== Pahalgam Massacre === Kashmiris sent loud message
against terrorism: Mehbooba Mufti
No innocents should be harmed ‘They took one step, nation must take two’

during investigations: Apni Party Srinagar, May 01: “Kash-

miris were never votaries of vio-
lence but were caught between
two guns,” People’s Democratic
it was dignified, peaceful, and in
protest against (terrorism),” she
added Reacting to the question
on skipping the All Parties Meet-
Party (PDP) president Mehboo- ing called by Chief Minister Omar
Demands reopening of closed tourist places, appeals GoI to reconsider deportation decision ba Mufti said on Thursday.
Reacting to the recent killing Our students in different parts
Abdullah, the PDP chief said, “Our
four senior leaders attended it. I
of tourists in Pahalgam, she said of India are being abused. Trad- believe it was just a condolence
Srinagar, May 01: Apni Jammu and Kashmir, par- activities must continue women an exemption the spontaneous protests by ers are scared. I told the Home meeting. The government here
Party on Thursday called ticularly in the wake of despite the disturbing from the deportation of locals were a message from the Minister that if Kashmiris are has no power to make a decision.
on the authorities to the recent horrific attack attempts by the terrorists Pakistani nationals from people of Kashmir to terrorists extending a hand, you must not All power was being centralised
ensure that no innocent on tourists in Pahalgam. and enemies of peace,” Indian soil. that terrorism is not acceptable. push them away,” she said. in Delhi.” Mehbooba strongly
individuals are harmed During the meeting, they said. The prominent party “Those tourists were our Mufti said she even appealed criticised the government for
during the investigation the leaders thoroughly The Apni Party lead- leaders who were present guests. This was a moment to the Home Minister in a state- deportation orders and the con-
into the tragic Pahalgam discussed the prevail- ers appealed to the central in the meeting included where Kashmiris stood up to say ment that collective punishment fiscation of property. “Thousands
massacre. It further urged ing situation across the government to revisit its Senior Vice President no to terror. This is an opportu- is not a solution. “I heard that have been arrested. Many people
the government to reopen valley. They said the ter- decision to deport women Ghulam Hassan Mir, nity for the central government there was a change in approach who have lived here for 30 or 40
the tourist destinations rorists must be nabbed and from Pakistani-occupied Chairman of the party’s to recognise that Kashmiris have later. There’s still a shortage of years are being told to leave. They
that were recently shut fol- extraordinary meeting brought to justice, but no Kashmir (PoK) who have Parliamentary Affairs taken a small but meaningful clarity, but I hope some positive married here, raised children. Now
lowing the attack on tour- of its executive commit- innocent person must be married Kashmiri men. Committee (PAC) Moham- step. The nation must now take intervention will happen,” she they are being declared Pakistan-
ists in Pahalgam. tee meeting which was harmed during the inves- "These women are bonded mad Dilawar Mir, Vice two,” she said in an exclusive added. The former chief minister is? This is cruel and deeply unjust,”
The party leaders urged attended by all the district tigation of Pahalgam’s hor- with the valley’s social President Javaid Mustafa interview with KNS. highlighted the humane response she said. She warned that demoli-
the Government of India to presidents from across the rific terror attack. fabric through their mar- Mir, General Secretary Mehbooba said she had of people like Adil Shah, a local tion drives and seizures of homes
revisit its decision on the valley. The leaders demanded riages, and they have Rafi Ahmad Mir, Provin- conveyed her serious concerns Kashmiri youth who tried to save will only push people away. “This
deportation of PoK nation- The meeting, presided that the 48 tourist places raised children here. They cial President Moham- to the Union Home Minister, par- tourists at the cost of losing his will only distance Kashmiris. If
als, particularly women over by party president the government recently belong to this place, and mad Ashraf Mir, Chief ticularly regarding the height- own life. She said, “Kashmiris have we come one step forward, the
married to Kashmiri men. Syed Mohammad Altaf closed down should be deporting them would be a Coordinator Abdul Majeed ened tension and the fear-struck change its left, the accusation was nation should take two. Instead,
According to a press Bukhari, was held to dis- reopened with adequate grave injustice," they said. Padder, Chief Spokesper- atmosphere for Kashmiris living on Kashmiris. Now, tourists have you’re doing things that push us
release issued here, Apni cuss the current political security arrangements at The party urged the son Muntazir Mohiuddin in other states. “You’re the Home died, and again we are blamed. back. I told the Home Minister
Party leaders held an and security situation in these locations. "Tourism government to grant these and others. Minister of the entire country. But look at how people reacted— directly,” she said.

=== International Labour Day === Consolidate BJP’s base in

Centre’s deportation decision
‘against humanity’, says Farooq Omar govt committed to addressing Kashmir: Sat Sharma to
Srinagar, May 01: Nation- have submitted themselves a total of 1376 Indians have concerns of working class: NC chief party leaders, workers
al Conference (NC) chief to India," Farooq said. returned from Pakistan
Farooq Abdullah on Thurs- The JKNC Chief also through the Attari-Wagah Srinagar, May 01: National concerns of contractual employ- by these martyrs," he said.
day criticised the Indian raised concerns over border. Conference (NC) president, Dr ees. These concerns include The former chief minister said
government's directive for the increasing tensions On April 24, the gov- Farooq Abdullah on Thursday lower wages, lack of benefits, job the NC remains dedicated to the
Pakistani nationals to leave between India and Paki- ernment announced that chaired a one-day convention insecurity, and the potential for welfare of all working classes, as
the country following the stan. "We don't know what Pakistani nationals should of the party's trade union lead- exploitation, he said, acknowl- outlined in the Naya Kashmir
Pahalgam attack, calling it will happen tomorrow. leave India by April 27, and ers and workers on the occasion edging the hard work of workers manifesto. We stand in solidarity
"inhuman" and "against the Today, two countries are those with medical visas of International Labour Day at in both the organised and unor- with various groups of workers,
spirit of humanity," espe- getting ready for a fight. had until April 29 to do so. the party headquarters Nawa- ganised sectors. including daily wagers, seasonal
cially in cases where indi- Attempts are being done to Those having diplomatic, e-Subha. The NC chief emphasised labourers, ASHAs under NHM,
viduals have lived in India ensure this doesn't happen official and long-term visas Provincial President Kash- the importance of recognis- Anganwadi workers, Mid-Day
peacefully for decades. and a solution can be found were excluded from the mir, Advocate Showkat Mir also ing the indigenous struggles Meal workers, CPWs, MGNREGA
Speaking to the media, to catch them (terrorists) 'Leave India' notice. The addressed the gathering on the of our own people at Zaldagar employees, contractual workers, has a clear roadmap for
Abdullah sympathised and those who are behind deadline for Pakistanis occasion. The convention was and the silk factory, which are construction workers, and arti- Ashok Koul calls J&K’s progress, and the
with the people living in
India for the last 70 or 25
it," Abdullah said.
Meanwhile, as many
holding any of the 12 cat-
egories of short-term visas
organised by the Convenor of
the party's trade union wing, G N
often overlooked on Interna-
tional Labour Day. “The history
sans, he said.
"Omar Abdullah-led gov-
for addressing party cadre must serve
as its strong pillars on
years. "This action is not as 786 Pakistan nationals ended on Sunday. Tailbali, the party said in a state- of political struggle in Jammu & ernment is resolutely working public concerns the ground. He called for
good; this is against human- have left India through the The restriction on the ment.Emphasising the party's Kashmir has been shaped by the towards resolving their genuine a collective commitment
ity. Some people have been Attari-Wagah border point stay of Pakistani nationals dedication to upholding the sacrifices of the working classes, concerns,” Farooq said, adding, effectively to consolidate the BJP’s
staying here for the last 70 within six days beginning came after the terror attack rights and dignity of the work- particularly during the Zaldagar "The working classes are not base in Kashmir, ensur-
years, 25 years, their chil- April 24, said a senior offi- in Jammu and Kashmir's ing class, Dr Farooq said the gov- and Silk factory agitations. It is alone in their struggle - the NC ing a visible presence,
dren are here, they never cial. The officer informed Pahalgam, where 26 tour- ernment led by Omar Abdullah crucial for us as a community to stands with them and will con- delivering at the grass-
hurt India, instead they that during the same time, ists were killed. is committed to addressing the remember the sacrifices made tinue to champion their cause.” Srinagar, May 01: The roots, and taking for-
Bharatiya Janata Party ward the party’s mission
(BJP), Jammu & Kashmir, of "Sabka Saath, Sabka
held a crucial organisa- Vikas, Sabka Vishwas”.
tional meeting at its Kash- Ashok Koul conducted

Fully support CWC resolution on Pahalgam Caste census will realise

mir Head Office here to a detailed review of dis-
review party functioning trict-level functioning.
and strengthen its pres- He laid special emphasis

terror attack: Vikar Rasool Deendayal, Ambedkar’s ence across the region.
Sat Sharma, Presi-
dent, J&K BJP, accom-
on strengthening booth-
level structures, address-
ing public concerns effec-

Credits GoI’s caste census decision to Rahul Gandhi

vision: Tarun Chugh panied by Ashok Koul,
General Secretary
(Organisation), Dr Devin-
tively, and ensuring that
the achievements of the
BJP-led government are
development schemes der Kumar Manyal, Gen- conveyed widely to the
Srinagar, May 01: Con- engagement. “Under the spearheaded by the Modi eral Secretary, J&K BJP, people of Kashmir.
gress Working Commit- guidance of Kharge ji and government will be cat- Vibodh Gupta, General Dr Devinder Kumar
tee (CWC) member, Vikar Rahul ji, we are taking our egorically touching the Secretary, J&K BJP, Sofi Manyal highlighted the
Rasool Wani on Thursday message directly to the last man in the queue as Yousuf, Vice President importance of strong
chaired a significant meet- people,” he declared. envisioned by the Ekatma a nd Dr A li Moha m- organisational discipline,
ing to discuss key issues The meeting concluded philosophy of Pt Deenday- mad Mir, senior leader collective efforts, and
concerning the party and with a strong message of al Upadhyaya and social addressed the meeting. responsive leadership in
the nation. unity, commitment, and justice as envisioned by BJP District Presidents, the party cadre.
Wani, according to a renewed energy among Dr B R Ambedkar. District Prabharis and Vibodh Gupta laid
statement issued here, party members to carry He accused the Con- senior le ader s f rom stress on the party’s dedi-
expressed the party’s firm forward the Congress Par- g ress leader Ra hu l across the valley attend- cation to grassroots-level
solidarity with the Leader ty’s agenda of inclusive Gandhi of playing divi- ed the meeting. engagement of the masses
of the Opposition, Rahul development and constitu- sive politics in the name Sat Sharma, in his and the 2-way interaction
Gandhi, regarding his tional integrity, the state- of votes. "The Gandhi address, emphasised the between the masses and
stance on the recent Pahal- ment said. family has made a politi- party’s unwavering com- the party.
gam terror attack. He reit- T he me et i n g wa s J a m mu , M ay 01: cal statement which mitment to the develop- District Presidents
erated that the Congress attended by senior leader- Bharatiya Janata Party stands exposed to the ment, peace, and inclu- and Prabharis presented
fully supports the CWC ship, Vikar Rasool Wani – (BJP) National General nation. Congress has sive progress of Jammu detailed updates from
resolution on the matter, nationwide caste census. and fair policymaking. CWC Member; G N Monga Secretary, Tarun Chugh always tried to divide and Kashmir. He encour- their areas regarding
emphasising the party's “It was due to their tire- “This initiative will lay the – Senior Vice President, on Thursday said Prime the society on a class aged party leaders to organizational tasks,
unwavering commitment less efforts and persistent groundwork for a more just JKPCC & former MLC; M i n i s t er Na r e nd r a and religious basis for maintain constant con- ongoing political activi-
to national security and advocacy that this historic and inclusive society,” he Mohammad Anwar Bhat Modi's decision for caste electoral purposes," he nection with the people, ties, and public expecta-
peace. move was achieved. This is remarked. – Senior Vice President, census will go a long way alleged. remain accessible to the tions. The senior leader-
“The Congress Party a significant milestone in He added, “The BJP gov- JKPCC; Gulshar Khan – to ensure equitable dis- "The nation has taken g rassroots, and work ship assured full support
stands resolutely behind our fight for social justice,” ernment's reversal on the Vice President, JKPCC; tribution of benefits to a big new step which will diligently for the uplift- in resolving all field-level
Rahul Gandhi’s position on the Congress leader said. issue is a testament to the Fayaz Ahmad Dar – Vice all sections of the society. go a long way to empower ment of every section of issues through coordina-
the Pahalgam incident. We “The caste census was power of principled opposi- President, JKPCC; and In a statement issued all sections of the soci- society. tion and structured plan-
are united in our resolve to long overdue. Our lead- tion. This proves that when G ener a l S e cret a r ie s, here, Chugh said various ety," Chugh added. Sharma said the BJP ning.
confront such challenges ers’ visionary approach we raise our voices collec- JKPCC: Bashir Ahmad
with determination and and relentless pursuit of tively for justice, meaning- Khan, Syed Irfan Hus-
patriotism,” Wani said. equality have turned this ful change follows.” sain Naqshbandi, Master
He commended the lead- long-standing demand into Wani announced the Maqool, Shameema Iqbal, UNIVERSITY OF KASHMIR
NAAC Accredited Grade “A+” | HAZRATBAL, SRINAGAR
ership of Congress presi- a reality.” launch of the Samvidhan Adv Mozammel, Anay-
dent Mallikarjun Kharge Highlighting the Con- Abhiyan, an outreach cam- tullah Rather, Prof Aga QUOTATIONS
and Rahul Gandhi in gress Party’s unwavering paign that will span across Farooq, Secretaries, Dis-
securing a “major political commitment to equality, blocks and constituencies trict Presidents, senior Subject: Repair of Chairs Installed at Gandhi Bhawan of
win”—the central govern- Wani said the caste census to promote constitutional leaders, Mahila Congress Main Campus, University of Kashmir GOVERNMENT OF JAMMU AND KASHMIR
ment's announcement of a would enable transparent values and democratic and Youth Congress.
Due to non-availability of the respec�ve service on MISSION DIRECTORATE AMRUT 2.0
Government e Marketplace (GeM), Quota�ons are hereby
HOUSING & URBAN DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
ALLAMA IQBAL LIBRARY invited for and on behalf of the University of Kashmir, from
the authorized Dealers/Suppliers/ Registered Firms/ Agencies/ CIVIL SECRETARIAT, J&K, JAMMU
Centre’s caste census UNIVERSITY OF KASHMIR
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under AMRUT 2.0,

decision is Rahul Gandhi’s EXTENSION NOTICE

Gandhi Bhawan of Main Campus, University of Kashmir.
Reference:- Notification No. MD/AMRUT 2.0/20 dated 30.11.2024.
NOTIFICATION
• Eligibility: Only authorized dealers or experienced
victory: JKPCC chief E-tender Notice No: F-eNIT/AIL/KU/PJ/25 Dated 18-04-2025
Tender ID: 2025_UDJK_275422_1
firms with relevant creden�als may apply.
It is hereby notified for the information of all the concerned applicants
(retired Government personnel) that the Interview for various positions
specified in the aforementioned Advertisement Notification shall be
Srinagar, May 01: Calling the as much participation as the • Deadline for Submission of Quotations: held at the Conference Hall of the Office of Vice-Chairman, Jammu
Due to Poor response, the dates for above referred
Centre's decision to conduct population... This will change 05.05.2025 upto 4.00 p.m. Development Authority at 11.00 AM on 07-05-2025 and 08-05-2025
e-tender for the Supply of Print Journals (National/ For-
a caste census as LoP Rahul the picture of development.
eign) to the Allama Iqbal Library for the Calendar Years • Contact for Submission/Queries: Assistant Registrar as per the schedule issued vide Notification No.MD/AMRUT2.0/ 32-35
dated 30-04-2025, which can be referred to at the official website
Gandhi's "victory," Jammu This is a welcome step, but
2025 & 2026 are extended as under, all the terms and (Estates), University of Kashmir, Hazratbal, Srinagar-190006. of the Housing and Urban Development Department(http://www.
and Kashmir Pradesh Congress it should be time -bound ;
Committee (JKPCC) president th e g ove r nm e nt has to conditions will remain the same. Sealed Quota�ons should reach to office of the Reg- ikhudd.gov.in) for further details.
Tariq Hameed Karra on Thurs- give a time frame... This is Sd/-
1. Bid Submission Closing Date 08.05.2025, at 05:00 p.m. istrar, University of Kashmir, Hazratbal Srinagar by or
(Vikas Sharma),
day said that the caste census Rahul Gandhi's vic tor y... before s�pulated date and �me. The University reserves JKAS (Special Secretary, HUDD, J&K)
will give positivity to the sce- The government could not 2. Last date for submission of Hard Copies 08.05.2025, at 05:00 p.m. the right to accept or reject any or all Quota�ons without Mission Director, J&K
nario of democracy. bear the pressure mount-
"Caste census will give posi- ing from the whole coun- 3. Opening Date of Technical bids 09.05.2025, at 11:30 a.m. assigning any reason thereof. AMRUT 2.0
tivity to the scenario of democ- tr y and announced it (caste No.: MD/AMRUT 2.0/ Dated: - 20 .04.2025
No. F (Extension-PJ)AIL/KU/25 Sd/- No. F(Quotations-Est.) KU/ 25 Sd/- Assistant Registrar
racy here. Rahul Gandhi's census)," Tariq Hameed Karra Dated: 30.04.2025 Librarian Dated:- April 30, 2025 DIPK-NB-343-25 (Estates) DIPK-1026-25
slogan is that there should be told ANI. DIPK-NB-342-25
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06 Srinagar, Friday 02, May, 2025

The Arithmetic of Blossoms and Blood

RK EDITORIAL Until the roots of terrorism are addressed, Kashmir’s calendar will keep turning between
blossoms and bullets, with no harvest in sight
Chinese Duplicity

I
ndia is facing an asymmetrical war and an COUNTING KASHMIR’S PROGRESS government’s glossy brochures still advertise
‘Paradise on Earth,’ but the numbers tell a
unreliable neighbourhood. This is vindicated darker story: for every bullet fi red, another
DR WASEEM MAJAZI
every time it faces the threat to its territorial season of progress unravels.
In Jammu and Kashmir's economy, few sec-
integrity. On the one hand China condemned tors feel tourism's impact as immediately as the
the terrorist attack in Pahalgam but on the other The season of grief is calendar-less hotel industry. Official figures from the 2024-25
It is always the eve of extinction. Economic Survey reveal that hotels contribute
it has called for a fair investigation. Not only that (Aga Shahid Ali) approximately Rs 2,700 crore annually to the (The Table Is Taken From The Times Of India)
it has ensured its support for the Pakistani security region's Gross State Value Added—a vital eco-

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interests. This is indeed alarming. This double pring in Kashmir arrives cloaked in nomic engine that powers far more than just Amarnath Yatra, which saw 4.5 lakh pilgrims
contradictions. The flowers bloom over hospitality employment. in 2023, could witness a 40-50% drop in 2024.
faced policy explains that China is playing the Kashmir’s slopes, even as the scent of This fi nancial ripple effect sustains entire Families are likely to avoid volatile regions,
games that can have far reaching consequences gunpowder lingers from the recent mas- ecosystems: local farmers supplying fresh pro- opting instead for safer Himalayan destinations
sacre of innocence. The houseboat owners count duce to hotel kitchens, artisans crafting tradi- like Himachal’s Shimla-Manali circuit or Ut-
in South Asia. This is indeed interesting and at empty beds, their ledgers bleeding red. A shop- tional handicrafts for guest shops, and transport tarakhand’s Char Dham.
the same time surprising that China has been keeper in Srinagar holding a newspaper in his operators ferrying visitors across the valley. The data shows Himachal’s domestic tourism
deserted shop, the headlines beneath screaming When tourist footfall declines, the shockwaves grew from 56.32 lakh (2021) to 1.8 crore (2024),
demanding for international co-operation to combat of another massacre. "This is our season," an spread through markets, farms and households— while foreign arrivals surged from 5,000 to 83,000
terrorism as it has been facing its threat for a long old man mutters, "when the snow melts to show proving that in Kashmir, an empty hotel room in the same period. Post-Pahalgam, travel agen-
what was buried." Here, every petal carries the represents more than lost revenue; it's a broken cies report a 20-30% spike in inquiries for Hi-
time. Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesman Guo weight of a bullet; every spring is stalked by the link in a delicate economic chain. machal packages, with families rerouting trips
Jiakun in his statement has said,“We strongly ghosts of winters past. The land knows two har- originally planned for Kashmir. Hoteliers fear
vests: one of apples, one of funerals. And the Rs 800-1,000 crore revenue hit if footfall drops
condemn the attack. China firmly opposes all forms calendar? It has only three seasons—blossoms, to 2021 levels.
of terrorism…. We mourn for the lives lost and bullets, and blood. The Pahalgam attack has not just shattered
The ledger of loss grows heavier each year. lives but also Kashmir’s tourism recovery nar-
express sincere sympathies to the bereaved families In Pahalgam, where ponies once carried hon- rative. While Himachal will benefit short term,
and the injured.” When this statement read between eymooners through pine forests, their bells now India’s broader travel economy faces a destabi-
jingle for absent tourists. Much like its orchards, lizing blow—one that could reshape regional
the lines has nothing that can be construed as a Kashmir's economy has learned to thrive under The tourism sector remains a vital econom- tourism for years.
fi rm stand against terrorism. This statement when the shadows of AK47. But this time the story ic pillar for the region, supporting countless Officials insist Kashmir is ‘open for business,’
read in connectivity with the Chinese Foreign seems different. livelihoods across the hospitality and service but the math tells another story. Every bullet
Kashmir’s tourism sector, which saw a record industries. The Pahalgam terror attack is like- fi red doesn’t just claim lives—it steals a season
Minister Wang Yi’s conversation with his Pakistani 3.5 million visitors in 2024—marking a trium- ly to trigger a dramatic shift in India’s domestic of growth. Until the roots of terrorism are ad-
counterpart Ishaq Dar will make it clear that China phant rebound from the pandemic slump—now travel patterns in 2025. dressed, Kashmir’s calendar will keep turning
faces a brutal reckoning. The recent terrorist The latest Economic Survey of Jammu and between blossoms and bullets, with no harvest
has something else in mind. This is what he has attack on tourists in Pahalgam has sent shock- Kashmir (2024-25) reveals a remarkable tourism in sight.
said, “As an ironclad friend and an all-weather waves through the valley’s economy. Hotel book- recovery, with visitor numbers quadrupling In Kashmir’s ledger, the columns for blood
ings have plummeted by 40% in the weeks since since 2021. Official data shows tourist arrivals and blossoms never balance.
strategic cooperative partner, China fully understands the massacre, according to trade unions, with grew from just 6.64 lakh domestic visitors in
Pakistan’s legitimate security concerns and supports cancellations outpacing new reservations. 2021 to over 34.54 lakh in 2024, marking a 420% (AUTHOR IS A SCHOLAR, WRITER, AND LITERARY
The surge in arrivals, once hailed as proof increase that outpaced most Himalayan states' ENGLISH LITERATURE . HE
CRITIC SPECIALIZING IN
Pakistan in safeguarding its sovereignty and security of ‘normalcy,’ now feels like a cruel illusion; the post-pandemic recovery rates. However, the HOLDS AN MPHIL ON THE POETRY OF AGHA
interests… China advocates for a swift and fair same houseboat owners who celebrated full massacre could reverse this trend. SHAHID ALI AND PHD ON THE EXODUS OF
occupancy last season stare at deserted docks, The terrorist attack has instilled deep fear K ASHMIRI PANDITS , EXPLORING THEMES OF
investigation and believes that conflict does not their optimism as fragile as the saffron blooms among religious tourists, who form a significant MEMORY, DISPLACEMENT, AND IDENTITY.
serve the fundamental interests of either India or that wilt under the weight of renewed fear. The portion of Kashmir’s domestic footfall. The FEEDBACK : EMAIL : WASEEMMAJAZI @ GMAIL .COM)
Pakistan, nor does it benefit regional peace and
stability.” It makes the Chinese policy clear that
it wants to shield Pakistan. The all-weather friend
of Pakistan must be asked as to what happened to
the previous investigation into the Pathankot
The Alarming Rise of Vulgarity on Social Media
terrorist attack in 2016? India had invited Pakistan BEHIND THE SCREEN 2. Mental Health Crisis: When self-worth kind word from an elder often carries more
to conduct an enquiry. China must also be asked becomes dependent on digital approval, disap- weight than a lecture.
ADVOCATE FALAK KHAN pointment is inevitable. Many young creators 3. Offer Creative Alternatives: Encour-
what was its response to the inquiry into the COVID suffer from anxiety, stress, and self-doubt, though age children to make videos about Kashmir’s
pandemic that was demanded from it? Instead of [email protected] they hide behind a smiling screen. beauty, folklore, environment, and literature.
3. Cyber Exploitation: From trolling to Give them purpose, and their content will nat-
facilitating an inquiry it China didn’t permit the blackmail, once a young person posts suggestive urally rise in quality.

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WHO team for the same. Not only that, China has nce famed for its poetic charm, breath- content, they become vulnerable to a range of 4. Parental Awareness Sessions: Many
taking beauty, and cultural depth, the online threats, some of which spill over into parents don’t know what’s happening online.
been claiming that it has been a victim of terrorism Kashmir Valley now fi nds itself grap- real life. Organising digital literacy camps for them is
in Xinjiang. It has often asked for international pling with an unexpected and rather 4. Academic and Personal Decline: Hours just as important as for their children.
unsettling phenomenon—the creeping rise of wasted on scripting, recording, and editing
support to fight the religious radicalisation there. vulgarity on social media, particularly among meaningless content eat into time meant for The Youth Must Lead the Change
It is a well-established fact that the terrorism its youth. studies, real hobbies, or family interaction. Over At the end of the day, the youth of Kashmir
Scroll through Instagram reels, Facebook time, this leads to poor academic performance have the fi nal say in what they choose to post,
operational in China has its roots in Pakistan. Not shorts, or YouTube clips from the Valley, and and strained relationships. watch, and share.
only in the mainland but in Pakistan Chinese have you'll likely stumble upon videos that raise more 5. Damage to Reputation: One bad video The same social media that’s been used to
eyebrows than appreciation. In a region known can ruin a young person’s public image forever. spread vulgarity can also be a powerful tool for
been targeted in Pakistan. China has been very for its grace and tradition, this silent digital And in a close-knit society like Kashmir, repu- progress:
forthright in asking its neighbours to hand over drift is becoming a pressing social concern. tational damage affects not just individuals but • Start campaigns for positive content.
the Uighurs or Tibetans who it alleges are involved While social media is an incredible tool for ex- entire families. • Create series that educate and uplift.
pression, it's increasingly being misused to seek • Collaborate with artists, poets,
in fomenting terrorism in the Chinese mainland. attention through cheap thrills and tasteless We Are Also Responsible: Stop and thinkers to make something
Afghanistan has been the hot bed of regressive trends. Promoting the Wrong Content that makes people proud, not ashamed.
It’s not just the content creators who are at • The most viral thing in the
radical terrorism that has been supplying mercenaries What Exactly Is Vulgarity on Social Media? fault—we, the viewers, carry equal responsibil- world isn’t a trend—it’s purpose.
to Kashmir and other parts of the world. China Vulgarity doesn’t always mean explicit nu- ity. Every like, comment, and share fuels the
dity or foul language. It comes in many shades— fi re. We cannot criticise this trend on one hand Conclusion
exerted pressure on the Taliban to stop giving a suggestive dancing, mocking others, indecent and then secretly enjoy or circulate such videos What’s happening on social media in the
foothold to Uighurs and the Islamic State operatives dressing, aggressive language, or behaviour on the other. Valley isn’t just a phase—it’s a mirror to
that challenges the modesty and values that deeper societal changes. If left unchecked,
in Afghanistan. On the same lines it also asked Kashmiri society holds dear. Sadly, such content If we truly want to be part of the this casual vulgarity could have long-lasting
Pakistan to hand over the East Turkistan radicals. is often wrapped in the disguise of “fun” or solution, we must: consequences on culture, character, and
“creativity.” And who’s creating it? Worry- • Avoid liking, commenting, community.
The things did not stop here the Chinese Army ingly, it’s often teenagers, even school-goers, or forwarding inappropriate videos. Kashmir is too rich in beauty and brilliance
personnel reached Syria to target the suspected chasing fleeting online fame with little aware- • Use the “report” button where to settle for digital noise. Let’s inspire our
ness of the long-term consequences. necessary—every platform youth to rise above the clutter, fi nd their voice,
Uighurs who had joined the radical Islamic State provides it. and use it wisely. Because in a world full of
and were indulged in acts of terrorism against Why Is This Happening? A Look • Discourage others—especially noise; truth, talent, and tradition will always
beneath the Surface children—from engaging with be timeless.
China. There are numerous examples that China • Unsupervised Digital Freedom: Smart- such content.
has been acting swiftly to defend its territorial phones are in the hands of children as young as As the old saying goes: "What you feed, grows." (AUTHOR IS COLUMNIST, EDUCATOR AND
integrity and sovereignty at all costs. It even takes ten, with parents unaware of the digital play- If we stop feeding vulgarity, it will wither away. ADVOCATE HOLDING QUALIFICATION IN B.A.LLB,
grounds their kids are frequenting. With un- LLM (CRIMINAL LAWS), DIPLOMA IN CONSUMER
the advantage of neutralising the terrorists modules limited access and minimal guidance, the in- What Can Parents and Teachers Do? LAWS , DIPLOMA IN CYBER L AWS )

on the foreign soil. But it is giving sermons to India ternet becomes a risky free-for-all. For Parents:
• Fame Over Values: Social validation 1. Keep screens in common areas—no
when Indian citizens are being subjected to massacre has taken a new form—likes, views, comments, late-night scrolling under the blanket.
in Pahalgam and lectures to go for fair investigation and shares. The desire to go viral pushes young 2. Regularly check your child’s browsing

on neutral lines. This is duplicity and hypocrisy.

people to cross lines they'd never consider in history and social media activity. KASHMIR IS TOO RICH IN BEAUTY
real life. 3. Have open, judgment-free conversa-
This Chinese duplicity on terrorism by China • The Copycat Syndrome: Influencers tions about online behaviour.
and celebrities flaunting bold, westernised life- AND BRILLIANCE TO SETTLE FOR
exposes its hidden agenda. And the agenda is clear styles often become role models. Young minds, For Schools and Teachers:
that it is bailing out Pakistan. Pakistan’s defence eager to imitate and impress, end up adopting • Introduce digital literacy and media DIGITAL NOISE. LET’S INSPIRE
trends that are miles apart from their own cul- ethics as part of the curriculum.
preparedness and nuclear facilities are patronised ture. • Organise workshops on safe and re-
• Lack of Purposeful Platforms: The OUR YOUTH TO RISE ABOVE THE
by China. India has to be cautious and internalise sponsible internet use.
Valley is bursting with raw talent—storytellers, • Offer platforms for students to showcase
that it has to deal with unpredictable adversaries. singers, thinkers—but there’s a vacuum when real talents—debates, poetry slams, local his- CLUTTER, FIND THEIR VOICE, AND
it comes to encouraging meaningful creativity. tory projects, etc.
In the absence of such outlets, children settle
USE IT WISELY. BECAUSE IN A
for what gets instant attention. Community Action: From
Condemnation to Correction
The Domino Effect: How it’s 1. Empower the Positive Influencers: WORLD FULL OF NOISE; TRUTH,
QUOTE OF THE DAY affecting the Valley Highlight and support those Kashmiri youth
Faith and doubt both are needed - not as antagonists, but 1. Cultural Erosion: The charm of Kash- using social media to spread awareness, share TALENT, AND TRADITION WILL
miri culture—its respectful tone, modest attire, knowledge, or showcase cultural heritage.
working side by side to take us around the unknown curve.
and poetic soul—is being buried under flashy, 2. Involve Religious and Cultural Elders:
Lillian Smith cringe-worthy content that glorifies shallow- Community leaders can play a vital role in edu- ALWAYS BE TIMELESS
ness. cating the youth without alienating them. A

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hen India abrogated Article 370 and 35A a deep cognitive dissonance and also reflects a dangerous
on August 5, 2019, integrating Jammu & bipolarity that breeds duplicity, manipulation and
Kashmir (J&K) fully into the Union, mistrust. Such massacres are not feasible without
Pakistan anticipated widespread violence overground support from local sympathizers. These
and a bloodbath to defame India globally. Expecting individuals provide critical logistics, safe houses,
mass revolts and brutal suppression by the Government feedback, or communication channels enabling to
of India (GoI), Pakistan’s ISI and terror groups like execute attacks.
Lashkar-e-Taiba aimed to rally international support According to J&K Police, over 700 overground workers
and revive the Kashmir issue. Instead, Kashmiris were arrested between 2019 and 2023, highlighting
embraced the changes, leading to economic, social, their pivotal role. For instance, in the 2023 Anantnag
and political empowerment of J&K.
Pakistan’s military establishment has been seeking
to shatter India’s claim that “peace is restored in
Kashmir.” However, Kashmiris cooperated, recognizing
Pahalgam: Crisis, attack, local informants reportedly guided terrorists
to target pilgrims, exploiting insider knowledge of
routes and security gaps. This reliance on overground
networks highlights a troubling collusion within
the abrogation as a step toward opportunities that segments of society, without which such attacks would
were stifled for long due to J&K’s isolation and there
by exposed Pakistan’s propaganda, as baseless. According
to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), terrorist
Conspiracy and Duplicity falter against India’s robust counter-terrorism measures.
I think a section of Kashmiri society grapples with
cognitive dissonance, a state of mind where one
incidents dropped by 65% from 2018 to 2023 and civilian simultaneously embraces the benefits of peace and
casualties in 2023 reached their lowest in three decades. at the same time engages with radical ideologies. Post
Post-2019, J&K has seen remarkable progress. Over the 2019 abrogation of Article 370, J&K has seen
2 crore tourists visited in 2023, a record high (Kashmir transformative progress; yet, radicalization persists,
Tourism Department). Over Rs 3000 crore has been fuelled through social media propaganda glorifying
proposed in private investments for infrastructure, militancy.
including hotels and IITs/IIMs (J&K Economic Survey For example, I have personally witnessed some
2023). business men or local shopkeepers in Srinagar who
Terrorist incidents dropped 65% from 2018–2023, welcome tourists during day, praise the peace but by
with civilian casualties at a 30-year low (MHA).70% DR RAJ NEHRU night criticise India that is driven by ideological
voter turnout in 2020 District Development Council indoctrination. This dissonance is evident in
elections and then a huge turnout and participation communities that celebrate infrastructure projects
to form a democratically elected government in 2024. like Smart City Srinagar but remain silent when
The abrogation opened investment and job opportunities, overground workers are exposed, reflecting a conflicted
aligned J&K’s governance with India, and fostered The brutal massacre in Anantnag, Kashmir, orchestrated allegiance between peace and radical narratives. I
inclusion through projects including Smart City was watching interviews of locals, post this incident,
Srinagar. by Pakistan-sponsored terrorists, was a calculated act of cowardice and most of them were hesitant to even criticise Pakistan.
Kashmir’s stability has threatened Pakistan’s narrative There appeared to be a complete state of denial.
of oppression, weakening its justification for terrorism. aimed at destabilizing the region and undermining India's progress towards peace This cognitive dissonance manifests as a societal
Pakistan and its ilk in Kashmir has been looking for bipolarity, oscillating between aspirations for progress
ways to disrupt tourism and economic growth, Instil and the pull of radicalization, a condition dangerous
fear to deter Kashmiri participation in development for Kashmir’s social fabric. This bipolarity fosters
and Challenge India’s peace narrative. Any progress duplicity, where individuals wear façades to navigate
in Kashmir is against the grounding philosophy of competing pressures.
Pakistan, that operates on “Bleeding India by 1000 Such duplicity creates a climate of mistrust, where
cuts” or calling Kashmir as their “Jagualr Vein” no one knows who is genuine. Security forces struggle
to distinguish allies from adversaries, as seen in cases
Strategic Motives behind the Anantnag Massacre where seemingly cooperative locals have tipped off
The Anantnag massacre carries a profound significance terrorists about troop movements. This manipulation
for its calculated timing, location, targets, and brutal erodes community cohesion, as neighbours suspect
execution. each other of hidden agendas, and the broader society
the region and strain India’s social cohesion. suffers from a fractured identity.
Timing Location & Target Kashmir stands at a critical juncture, where its
For Pakistan, that is in most severe historical crisis Pahalgam is a cornerstone of Kashmir’s tourism Brutal Massacre people must unite to eradicate this duplicity that
at this time, the attack is a strategic manoeuvre to industry, attracting millions of visitors annually with The adoption of a Hamas-style killing in the terrorist undermines their society and align their public and
divert attention from its mounting domestic turmoil. its scenic landscapes, adventure activities. Tourism attack in Kashmir is a calculated and multi-dimensional private actions with authentic nationalism. The
As on day, Pakistan’s terror infrastructure has been accounts for a significant portion of the region’s economy, strategy aimed at escalating tensions, mobilizing Kashmiri society bears a profound responsibility to
severely weakened by India’s financial crackdowns, supporting livelihoods through hospitality, radical elements, and reinforcing a narrative of religious revolt against manipulative and deceptive behaviors,
including pressure from the Financial Action Task transportation, and small businesses. supremacy over development. This approach is not such as those enabled by the controversial concept of
Force (FATF), which curtailed funding to groups like By targeting Pahalgam, terrorists aim to cripple merely an act of violence but a deliberate attempt to Al-Taqiyya, Kitman, Muruna, Tawriya, which some
LeT and JeM. this economic lifeline, creating widespread financial reshape the socio-political and religious landscape misinterpret as a license for deceit.
Pakistan grapples with resurgent insurgencies, distress and eroding investor confidence in the region’s of Kashmir while amplifying the terrorist’s influence Such deception, falsely deemed ‘halal’ by
particularly from the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) stability. The serene and relaxing image of Pahalgam both locally and globally. misinterpretations of Al-Taqiyya, must be declared
and Baloch separatists. The TTP conducted over 150 makes it an ideal stage for a high-profile attack. A By copying the tactics associated with Hamas, known haram and unequivocally rejected. Instead, Kashmiris
attacks in 2024, primarily in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, violent incident in a place associated with peace and for high-profile and provocative attacks, the perpetrators need to emulate the valour and spirit of heroes like
encouraged by the Taliban’s control in Afghanistan. beauty amplifies fear and insecurity, ensuring that aim to create a sense of crisis, pushing India toward Syed Adil Hussain who attained martyrdom while
The March 2025 Jaffar Express train attack by Baloch the message of vulnerability resonates far beyond a heavy-handed response. Such a response could fighting these terrorists and saving many lives.
separatists, killing 33 hijackers, exposed Pakistan’s Kashmir. The attack’s location was chosen to maximize escalate tensions, potentially leading to a war-like Kashmiris need to emulate people like Lt Umar, Usman
security vulnerabilities. On the other hand, Pakistan’s media attention and public outrage, carrying the situation that destabilizes the region further. The who are true spirits of nationalism.
economy is in dire straits, with a 2025 GDP of $348.72 terrorist’snarrative to every household across India. attack serves as a bold declaration of the terrorists’ There is also a high need to revive the syncretic
billion, less than one-tenth of India’s $4.2 trillion. Pahalgam also serves as a gateway to the Amarnath presence, signalling to both local and global audiences Rishiwer tradition, a beacon of coexistence and integrity
Depleting foreign reserves, inflation is projected at Yatra, one of Hinduism’s most sacred pilgrimages, that their movement remains active and formidable. that defines true Koshurut. The real Kashmirian
5.5–7.5% for 2024–25, and the fiscal deficit is 7.4% of drawing millions of Shiv Bhakts each year. An attack By adopting a Hamas-inspired approach, the DNA lies in the cultural renaissance, rooted in harmony
GDP. The 2024 floods further devastated agriculture, in this area directly threatens the safety of pilgrims, perpetrators highlight their alignment with globally and pluralism, that is essential for current and future
worsening food price surges. discouraging participation in the Yatra and recognized radical ideologies, ensuring that their generations to counter the radicalizing influence of
As far as Pakistan’s Military resources are concerned disheartening the religious enthusiasm of millions. actions cannot be ignored. This tactic is designed to Wahabi, Salafi, and Deobandi ideologies that alienate
they are facing unprecedented public criticism for Disrupting this pilgrimage, weakens the cultural and counter any narrative of declining militancy in Kashmir, communities from India’s national spirit.
corruption and mismanagement and they are reported spiritual ties that bind Kashmir to the rest of India reinforcing the perception that the armed struggle One needs to understand that being a true Muslim
to be also heavily stretched at the moment and unverified and also aligns with the terrorist’s goal of isolating is alive and capable of disrupting the status quo. and a devoted Indian patriot are not conflicting
claims of internal dissent within the army is further the region. By showcasing a high-profile act of violence, the identities; they are harmonious expressions of a unified
adding to the pressure. Jihadi recruitments have also The attack also builds on a pre-existing narrative, terrorists also aim to inspire and recruit young commitment to peace and progress. When we prioritize
dwindled, with J&K Police data reporting only 100–150 propagated by certain local political elements, that individuals to join their ranks, presenting the armed the nation’s safety and unity, we secure the sanctity
new recruits annually in recent years, compared to portrays tourism in Kashmir as a “cultural invasion” struggle as a noble and divinely sanctioned path. The of our spiritual lives. The path forward demands
500–600 previously. India’s narrative of restored peace by outsiders, particularly Hindus. By targeting Hindu Hamas-style killing is also a strategic move to position intellectual courage.
in Kashmir, championed by Prime Minister Narendra tourists and pilgrims, the terrorists lend credence to the Kashmir conflict within the broader narrative Kashmiris must choose to extinguish the flames of
Modi, has gained traction domestically and this rhetoric, framing their violence as a defence of of global jihad. deceit and radicalism or they risk a perpetual conflict.
internationally. local identity against perceived external dominance. While we are examining the compulsions of Pakistan By embracing transparency and syncretic nationalism,
By masterminding the Pahalgam attack at this time, This narrative seeks to alienate Kashmiri Muslims to orchestrate such attacks, we also need to be mindful they can forge a future of peace, prosperity and unity,
the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) likely aimed to from the broader Indian populace, deepening regional that such incidents are not possible without the local ensuring Kashmir’s enduring place in India’s pluralistic
redirect militant energies toward India, easing domestic divides and inflame Hindu-Muslim tensions, both in involvement. The terrorism challenge in Kashmir framework.
security burdens and unifying the military under an Kashmir and across India, potentially sparking thrives on a complex societal dynamic. These incidents
anti-India narrative. communal violence that would further destabilize potentially rely on overground support that reveals (Author is OSD to CM Haryana)

Enough Condemnations, Time to Crush the Terror State

It’s time for Pakistan to pay. It’s time for the terror sympathisers in Kashmir to be exposed. It’s time to reclaim not just Kashmir’s peace—but its pride

the government, local businesses, and They had started to believe in silence emboldens these Not with words, not with resolutions,
security forces. Pakistan’s agenda has change, in peace, in development. forces. It sends a signal to but with action. It is time to send a
JEHANZEB ALLAQABAND always been to halt Kashmir’s progress, But this attack sends a chilling the families of the victims message to Pakistan and its terror
and they chose this moment to inf lict message—that peace will be that their killers will not cohorts: If you strike at our heart, we
maximum damage— economically, punished. By sabotaging be named, let alone punished. will crush yours. India must now launch

O
n April 22, 2025, the tranquil psychologically, and socially. tourism, Pakistan-backed an all-out war—not just militarily, but
meadows of Baisaran Valley The attack is a reminder that while terrorists are pushing the youth Pakistan’s Role: Terrorism diplomatically, economically, and
in Pahalgam—often hailed as guns may have been silenced after Article back toward hopelessness. as State Policy psychologically—to destabilize
“mini Switzerland” for its 370’s abrogation, the enemies of peace Yet, what Pakistan Pakistan is not just a haven Pakistan’s terror infrastructure.
breathtaking natural beauty—were still lurk, plotting to pull Kashmir back underestimated was the for terrorists—it is the
soaked in blood. What should have been into the dark ages. This time, they didn’t resilience of the Kashmiri headquarters of terror. For Powerful Voices Speak
a peaceful day for families and tourists target soldiers or politicians—they people. decades, it has bred, trained, “This wasn’t just an attack on tourists.
turned into a nightmare, as terrorists targeted unarmed, innocent men, women, For the first time in years, and exported terrorists It was an attack on the very soul of
unleashed a barbaric assault that claimed and children who had come to experience the valley witnessed spontaneous under the false garb of Kashmir.” – A local hotel owner in
the lives of 26 innocent tourists. The the beauty of Kashmir. shutdowns against terror. religion and “freedom”. The Pahalgam.
victims had traveled from across the Protesters took to the streets attack in Pahalgam was not “If Pakistan thinks it can derail peace,
country, seeking the serenity of The Economic Sabotage: Attack on not to defend militants, but to the work of lone wolves—it it has underestimated India’s resolve.”
Kashmir’s pristine hills. What they Kashmir’s Livelihood condemn them. Hindus and was an act of war. – Retired General D. S. Hooda
found instead was death, in an attack Kashmir’s economy relies heavily on Muslims alike expressed grief, And yes, there are still “Sympathy for terrorists is complicity.
as cowardly as it was calculated. tourism, which contributes nearly 7-8% anger, and solidarity with the sympathisers in the valley— The sympathisers must be dealt with
This was not just an attack on of its GDP. The Pahalgam massacre victims. In this tragedy, Kashmir Pakistan is not just those who provide safe as enemies of the state.” – Security
individuals—it was an attack on didn’t just snatch lives—it crippled the found its voice—a voice that houses, intelligence, Analyst
Kashmir’s return to normalcy, on the hopes of thousands who depend on the said enough is enough. a haven for logistics, and ideological
growing sense of peace, on tourism, on inf lux of tourists for survival. Hotels support to terrorists. These Conclusion: No Compromise with
terrorists—it is the
livelihood, and above all, on the trust emptied overnight, restaurants shut A Pathetic Silence: Why Didn’t collaborators are as guilty Terror
that millions had begun to restore in their doors, and shikara operators, pony the J&K Assembly Name headquarters of as the attackers themselves. The Pahalgam massacre is a reminder
the valley. Make no mistake: this riders, cab drivers, handicraft sellers, Pakistan? They must be identified and that peace cannot be taken for granted.
massacre was orchestrated with one and guides were left with shattered In a shameful display of terror. For decades, brought to justice. There That the enemy is still watching, still
clear agenda—to destabilize the region, dreams. political cowardice, the Jammu can be no peace until the plotting, and still willing to kill
to revive fear, and to drive a wedge According to the J&K Economic Survey and Kashmir Assembly convened it has bred, trained, terror ecosystem, from the innocent people to send a message.
between communities by targeting people (2024–25), the hotel industry alone to condemn the attack—but handler in Rawalpindi to But the nation must respond with a
based on their religion. generates Rs 2,700 crore annually, failed to name Pakistan even
and exported the sympathiser in louder message:
And behind this heinous act stands supporting not just direct jobs, but also once. This deliberate omission terrorists under the Anantnag, is dismantled. Your bullets may kill our people. But
the bloodied hand of Pakistan. a complex web of supply chains—local is not just disappointing—it is our will is unbreakable. If you seek
farmers, craftsmen, transporters. This dangerous. false garb of religion A Nation United, A Nation to destroy peace, we will destroy you.
A Calculated Attack with Clear attack was not just on people; it was on To condemn “terrorism” Angered It’s time for Pakistan to pay. It’s time
Objectives the bread and butter of Kashmiri families. without naming its patron is and “freedom”. The Today, India stands united. for the terror sympathisers in Kashmir
The target was symbolic. Baisaran in The terrorists knew this. Their aim was to give terror a shield. The world From Delhi to Doda, from to be exposed. It’s time to reclaim not
Pahalgam is a crown jewel of Kashmir’s to choke the economy and sow resentment. knows where the epicenter of attack in Pahalgam Srinagar to Surat, the nation just Kashmir’s peace—but its pride.
tourism circuit. By striking here, global terrorism lies—Pakistan. is not just mourning—it is
was not the work of
terrorists delivered a blunt message: From Hope to Horror: Terrorism A nation that has exported jihad, burning with righteous (Author is Social Activist &
Kashmir is not safe for tourists. The Destroys Youth Livelihoods in One Blow radicalism, and bloodshed lone wolves—it was anger. The people demand Youth Leader from Srinagar,
timing was no accident either—right Already facing a staggering across borders for decades, and not just justice —they Jammu & Kashmir. Email:
when the tourism season was picking unemployment rate, Kashmiri youth yet continues to masquerade an act of war demand revenge. [email protected];
up after years of painstaking efforts by are now staring at an uncertain future. as a victim. The Assembly’s This is the time to hit back. X username Jehanzeb_law)
08 Rising Kashmir News Srinagar, Friday 02, May 2025

Clampdown on terror ecosystem:

21 locations raided in Srinagar

Irfan Yattoo of Rasmpora Chattabal; Mushtaq “Anyone found furthering the
Ahmad Zargar alias Latrum from cause of terrorism, through
Srinagar, May 1: In a major Gani Mohalla Jamia Masjid, financial, logistical, or ideological
crackdown on terror-support identified as a Pakistan-based support will be dealt with under
infrastructure, Srinagar Police handler; Showkat Ahmad Khandwa the strictest provisions of law,”
on Thursday carried out raids at of Malpora Jamia Masjid; Mohd he said.
21 locations across the city as part Bariq Magray of Kolipora Khanyar; In a separate action in Poonch,
of ongoing investigations under Mohd Rafiq Shah and Yasir Hayat police attached one Kanal and 11
the Unlawful Activities Ahanger of Hazari Bazar. Marlas of agricultural land located
(Prevention) Act (UAPA). Additional searches covered the in the Kasblari area of Tehsil
In a parallel development, one residences of Sheikh Faisal Rashid Mankote, belonging to Mohammad
immovable property measuring of Firdous Colony Syedpora, Riyaz, son of Sain. Riyaz, a resident
one Kanal and 11 Marlas was Moomin Javid Gojri of Shalimar of Poonch, is currently operating
attached in Poonch district, linked Colony Syedpora, and Suhaib Bin from Pakistan and is affiliated
to a Pakistan-based Lashkar-e- Shafi of Gretabal Kawadara, with the banned terrorist outfit
Taiba (LeT) handler. booked in FIR No. 156/2024 under Lashkar-e-Taiba. He is also wanted
A police officer said that the the UAPA at Police Station in multiple terror-related cases.
multi-location searches were Safakadal. The attachment was executed
conducted to identify and Other individuals named include by Mendhar Police in collaboration
neutralise individuals aiding Parvaiz Ahmad Shah of Naidyar with Revenue Department officials
banned terror outfits. The Bala; Imtiyaz Ahmad Khanday and was authorised after due legal
operations were executed under of Hamdaniya Colony Bemina; scrutiny under FIR No. 177/2024
proper legal sanction, in the Fayaz Ahmad Sheikh of Urdu registered at Police Station
presence of Executive Magistrates Bazar; Wahid Abass of Kadikadal; Mendhar under the UAPA.
and independent witnesses, and Shahid Ahmad Lone of Chanpora “This attachment is part of our
were supervised by senior officers Jamia Masjid; and Imtiyaz Ahmad broader strategy to weaken the
of the Jammu and Kashmir Police, Chikla of Asaar Colony. financial and logistical capabilities
he said. The list is rounded out by Gulzar of terror handlers based across
According to police, among those Ahmad Malla of Tiploo Mohalla; the border. By targeting their
whose residences were searched Nazir Ahmad Kandhoo alias Lara assets, we aim to send a clear
are Aadil Nazir Janada of Gousia of Anchar Soura; and Shabir message that the state will not
Colony Babademb; Faizyab Ahmad Gojri, implicated in a 2024 tolerate any nexus between local
Showkat Dewani of Pather Masjid; case under CIK Srinagar. individuals and foreign terror
and Momin Ahmad Sheikh, “These searches are aimed at elements,” he said..
adopted son of Wali Mohammad dismantling the ecosystem that The official said their
from Aali Kadal—each named in supports terrorism in the Valley. commitment is clear to maintain
FIRs involving terror funding, Our teams seized documents, peace and uphold national security.
conspiracy, or violent acts under digital devices, and other materials All persons who support, shelter,
UAPA and IPC sections. that are vital to ongoing or sympathize with terror elements
Searches were also conducted investigations,” a senior police will face strict legal consequences,”
at the homes of Fayaz Ahmad Kullo officer said. he added.

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(39), Haroon Rashid Ganai (32), and Zakir Ahmed Ganie Affairs, the Deputy Solicitor Generals of India (Jammu unavailable for his comments.
No one will be (29). and Srinagar), the Principal District and Sessions
uproot terrorism from every inch of this country and
it will be accomplished,” Shah declared.
The identification of these local terror aides comes as Judge, Jammu, senior advocates, the President and She walked
agencies intensify efforts to dismantle the support members of the Bar Association Jammu, officers “I had to walk nearly a kilometre every day just to
He further emphasized, “Har vyakti ko chun chun ke
networks facilitating cross-border terrorism. from the civil and police administration, and officials catch a passenger vehicle to school,” Shabnum shared.
jawab bhi milega, jawab bhi diya jayega (Every person
Security forces have launched coordinated operations of the High Court Registry. “Irregular transport services often caused delays and
involved will be identified and given a fitting reply).”
across South Kashmir, particularly in Anantnag and With the elevation of two Officers from Higher cost me valuable time.”
Shah noted that the Centre has followed a zero-tolerance
Pulwama districts, where many of the listed individuals Judicial Services as Judges of the High Court of J&K The eldest of four siblings, including three younger
approach to terrorism in Kashmir since, and under
are believed to be operating. and Ladakh, the strength of Judges of the High Court brothers, Shabnum’s family survives on her father's
Prime Minister Modi’s leadership, national security
Senior officials indicate that these names are part of of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has risen to 15 meagre income as a manual labourer. With no money
has received top priority. “Whether it is insurgency in
a larger intelligence dossier being used to preempt further Judges including Chief Justice. for private tuition, she relied entirely on self-study,
the North East, Left Wing Extremism, or terrorism in
attacks and disrupt terror logistics in the Valley. (ANI) dedicating nearly eight hours a day to her education.
Kashmir — under PM Modi’s leadership, every threat
Lt Gen Pratik Sharma A student at Government Girls Higher Secondary
has received a befitting response,” he said.
He also cautioned terrorists and their sponsors that
Create in India Control, and has commanded a strike corps in the School, Tral, Shabnum was known for her discipline
He congratulated the 800 selected finalists, encouraging Western Sector," the defence ministry said in a statement. and focus. She took detailed notes in class and revised
such acts would not deter India’s resolve: “If anyone
them to showcase their talent on a global stage. Lt Gen Sharma is an alumnus of the National Defence them diligently every morning and evening.
believes cowardly attacks can shake our determination,
The Prime Minister also visited the Bharat Pavilion, Academy (NDA), Khadakwasla, Indian Military “I believe hard work and dedication are the keys to
they should remember — this is the Modi government.
praised the WAVES Bazaar e-marketplace connecting Academy, Dehradun, and Defence Services Staff success,” she said. “One must stay focused to achieve
Our fight will continue until terrorism is wiped off the
over 6,100 buyers and 5,200 sellers, and emphasized the College, Wellington. their goals.”
face of the nation.”
significance of India's storytelling legacy—from folk He was commissioned into the Madras Regiment Shabnum credits her success to the unwavering support
Noting strong international backing, Shah added, “Not
traditions to classical drama. “Every street has a story, in December 1987. of her parents, maternal uncle, and her teachers at GHSS
only are 140 crore Indians united in this fight, but the
every mountain carries a song, every river hums a tune,” He is qualified on the Higher Command Course and Tral, who continuously motivated her through challenging
entire world is with us. All countries have come together
he said, underscoring the diversity of India’s cultural has also attended a course at the National Defence times.
and stand with the people of India in this fight against
landscape. College, New Delhi. Looking ahead, Shabnum now aspires to crack the
terrorism.”
PM Modi declared that India is witnessing the “dawn Lt Gen Sharma has varied exposure in staff and prestigious UPSC exams and become an administrative
In a symbolic move to underline India's response, the
of the Orange Economy”—an economy rooted in Content, instructional appointments, including being a staff officer.
government has also announced a series of diplomatic
Creativity, and Culture. He noted that Indian content officer in a UN mission, the statement said. “I know it’s tough and full of challenges, but I’m prepared
and strategic measures, including placing the Indus
now reaches over 100 countries and highlighted the Lt Gen Suchindra Kumar superannuated on Wednesday to face them,” she said confidently.
Water Treaty in abeyance to send a clear message to
tenfold growth in India's OTT industry. “Screen size after completing an illustrious career of four decades
Pakistan for its support of cross-border terrorism.
On April 22, a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam claimed
may be getting smaller, but the scope is becoming infinite,” in the Indian Army. Life on the Edge
he observed. “The screen is getting micro, but the message In a post on X, the Army expressed “deep gratitude limbs. I’ve buried neighbours who never had a chance
the lives of 26 people, prompting strong condemnation
is becoming mega.” for his exemplary leadership, utmost professionalism to take cover," he recalls. "Even in moments of peace,
and grief across the country. The Cabinet Committee
He also linked WAVES to India’s broader global ambitions, and unblemished service to the nation". the silence feels temporary — like the calm before a
on Security (CCS) met the following day to review the
referencing the success of People’s Padma awards and storm."
situation, expressing its deepest condolences and vowing
a decisive response. The CCS briefing highlighted the
calling WAVES a similar platform to spotlight talent Fresh ceasefire violation For the past eight years, that storm has not come.
from remote and rural India. He emphasized cultural LoC opposite Kupwara, Uri, and Akhnoor. These Ceasefire agreements have largely been respected, and
cross-border linkages behind the attack and its timing
inclusivity and India’s history of embracing diversity, were responded to proportionately by the Indian the sound of artillery has remained silent. But for the
— coming amid successful elections and increasing
citing the integration of Parsis and Jews into the Indian Army.” people of Karnah, and neighboring villages like Tangdhar,
development in the Union Territory.
social fabric as examples of civilizational openness. Local sources reported that Pakistan targeted forward Teetwal, and Gundi Gujran, peace feels fragile — a candle
Reinforcing India's spiritual connection to art, PM Indian positions and nearby civilian areas in Uri flickering in the wind. Following the Pahalgam attack,
NIA DG departs Modi invoked the idea of Naad Brahma, calling music late Wednesday night. This marks the seventh which left 26 tourists dead, tensions between India and
began probing into the matter.
and sound divine. “Lord Shiva’s Damru, Goddess consecutive day of ceasefire violations since April Pakistan have flared again. In response, the Indian
The Central anti-terror agency formally registered a
Saraswati’s Veena, Lord Krishna’s Flute—each symbol 22. government has taken a series of diplomatic actions,
fresh FIR earlier following an order issued from the
represents music’s sacred role in Indian culture,” he The shelling sparked panic in several villages, including suspending the Indus Water Treaty and deporting
Counter Terrorism and Counter Radicalisation (CTCR)
said. forcing residents to seek shelter in safer areas. Though Pakistani nationals. The Wagah-Attari border has also
division of the Ministry of Home Affairs considering
He urged global creators to dream big and tell their no casualties were reported, the incident revived been shut.
the gravity of the case, as Pakistan-based terror outfit
stories, investors to invest in people as well as platforms, painful memories of life under constant threat prior Javaid Mirchal, the Member of Legislative Assembly
Lashkar-e-Taiba's proxy, the Resistance Front (TRF),
and Indian youth to bring their “one billion untold stories” to the 2021 truce. (MLA) from Karnah, says the fear is evident in every
has claimed responsibility for the attack.
to the world. “We were just beginning to believe in peace again,” face. "God forbid if war returns, people here will die for
The NIA took over the case five days after the incident
The Prime Minister also stressed Creative Responsibility said Muneer Hussain, a resident of Kamlakot, located lack of basic medical care," he warns.
and four days after its team visited the attack site and
in the era of AI and digital media. “Technology must just a few hundred meters from the LoC. Mirchal points to the dilapidated state of health
started supporting the Jammu and Kashmir Police in
enhance sensitivity, not replace it. Our goal is not to Qazi Mohammad Sheikh, 76, from Kamalkote, infrastructure in the border region. "We don't have
probing what is considered the deadliest assault on
create robots, but sensitive individuals who enrich human criticized the lack of safety infrastructure. “There specialists, no operation theatres. Even minor emergencies
civilians in the region in almost twenty years.
experience,” he stated, calling on creatives to defend are around 250,000 people living from Dachi to require a referral to hospitals that are hours away. In a
Official sources privy to the development told ANI that
cultural integrity and resist divisive ideologies. Dachlanga, yet not a single community bunker has conflict situation, that delay could be fatal."
the NIA has formally taken over the case from the Jammu
WAVES 2025 also features the first-ever Global Media been built here,” he said. Mirchal has long advocated for the construction of
and Kashmir Police and initiated its investigation.
Dialogue with ministerial participation from 25 nations. Ghulam Hassan, another local, voiced defiance. modern community bunkers — not only for emergency
The NIA team is expected to conduct a thorough
With over 42 plenary sessions, 39 breakouts, and 32 “We are farmers, not fighters, but if needed, we will shelter but as a long-term safety measure. "We’re not
assessment of the attack site, collect forensic evidence,
masterclasses covering film, AVGC-XR, gaming, digital defend every inch of our land. No shell can scare us asking for luxuries," he says. "We’re asking for the right
and help in identifying those responsible for the carnage.
media, and broadcasting, the summit aims to unlock a away. Our forces are our pride.” to survive."
The NIA's move comes amid intelligence agencies
$50 billion creative economy by 2029. Since the renewed ceasefire understanding between In a modest mud house near the Gundi Gujran ridge,
compiling a list of 14 local terrorists actively operating
“India is becoming a global hub for film production, India and Pakistan in February 2021, border areas 25-year-old Fareeda Bano speaks quietly about the constant
in the Union Territory.
digital content, gaming, fashion, music, and live concerts,” in Uri, Karnah, and other LoC sectors had witnessed fear that has marked her life. "We don’t talk about the
According to sources, these individuals, aged between
said PM Modi, noting that the global animation market— a significant reduction in hostilities, allowing villagers war much," she says softly. "But every loud noise — a
20 and 40 years, are actively aiding foreign terrorists
currently valued at over $430 billion—is a key opportunity to resume farming, rebuild damaged homes, and send thunderclap, a truck backfire — makes my brother flinch."
from Pakistan by providing logistical and ground-level
for Indian creators. their children to school without fear. Fareeda’s brother lost his leg to a Pakistani shell when
support.
He concluded with a resounding call: “To the creators Meanwhile, district administration Baramulla has she was just five years old.
The identified operatives are reportedly affiliated with
of the world — dream big and tell your story. To investors put local authorities on high alert and is closely Like many young people in Karnah, Fareeda dreams
three major Pakistan-backed terror outfits: Hizbul
— invest not just in platforms, but in people. To Indian monitoring the situation. of a future far from bunkers and the looming threat of
Mujahideen, Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), and Jaish-e-
youth — tell your one billion untold stories to the world.” A senior official at Baramulla said that they are assessing conflict.
Mohammed (JeM). Among them, three are associated
The event was attended by Maharashtra Governor C.P. the damage and have directed officials to remain available Back in the fields, 75-year-old Noor Din recalls a spot
with Hizbul Mujahideen, eight with LeT, and three with
Radhakrishnan, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, to assist families living in vulnerable zones. that has witnessed more fire than rain. "We’ve aged
JeM.
Union Ministers Ashwini Vaishnaw, Dr. L. Murugan, “Presently, there are 42 bunkers being constructed watching the skies, listening for the whistle of a mortar,"
Sources revealed the names of these individuals as
and other eminent personalities from the creative and along LoC villages in Uri,” he said. he says.
Adil Rehman Dentoo (21), Asif Ahmed Sheikh (28), Ahsan
political spectrum. The official further said each bunker is being For the people of Karnah, life is a delicate balance
Ahmed Sheikh (23), Haris Nazir (20), Aamir Nazir Wani
constructed at a cost of Rs. 10 lakh and it can between resilience and vulnerability. "We don’t want
(20), Yawar Ahmed Bhat, Asif Ahmed Khanday (24),
Naseer Ahmed Wani (21), Shahid Ahmed Kutay (27),
CJ administers oath accommodate around 100-120 people saying most of war, not for land, not for pride," he said. "All we want is
attended by former Chief Justices and Judges of the them will be completed by this year’s end. peace — real peace. And maybe, a place to hide when
Aamir Ahmed Dar, Adnan Safi Dar, Zubair Ahmed Wani
High Court, the Secretary of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Meanwhile, DC Baramulla Minga Sherpa was not the world forgets us again."
 Rising Kashmir BUSINESS Srinagar, Friday 02, May 2025
09

GST collections hit record high in April India to grow at 6.6% in FY26
with Rs 2.37 lakh crore, up 12.6% as tax relief supports demand
New Delhi, May 01: The Gross
Goods and Services Tax (GST)
amid trade uncertainty tic," he added.
The recent GST collections
collection reached an all-time reflect a positive trajectory for New Delhi, May 01: India's eco-
high of Rs 2.37 lakh crore during India's economy, underscoring nomic growth is expected to remain
April, reflecting a 12 per cent robust domestic consumption steady at 6.6 per cent in FY2025-26,
increase. and buoyant import activity. as per Deloitte's latest forecast.
According to the government The figures bode well for the The global consultancy firm said
data released on Thursday, the country's fiscal health and eco- the growth outlook for India will
total gross GST revenue was nomic recovery efforts, signal- be shaped by a balancing act be-
2.10 lakh crore in April of the ling resilience amidst global tween domestic tax stimulus and
current year. uncertainties. uncertain global trade conditions.
The data shows that the GST The Goods and Services Tax It said "Deloitte forecasts growth
revenue from the domestic was introduced in the country to be 6.6 per cent as tax stimulus
transactions saw an uptick of with effect from July 1, 2017, partly offsets the impact of trade
10.7 per cent to about Rs 1.9 lakh and states were assured com- uncertainties India's economic
crore. pensation for loss of any reve- outlook for FY2026 hinges on a
The revenue from imported nue arising on account of the delicate balance between evolving lying momentum in the economy. rate 12.2 per cent.
goods was up 20.8 per cent to (Rs 1.96 lakh crore), surging 9.9 collections underscore the In- implementation of GST. trade relations and government According to Deloitte, India's An additional reciprocal tariff
Rs 46,913 crore, as the data sug- per cent. dian economy's underlying The GST Council, a federal efforts to boost domestic consum- economic performance in FY26 of up to 16 per cent--currently paused
gests. The data revealed that col- strength in the face of global body comprising the Union er demand. will be driven by two opposing for three months--could further
The data shows that the refund lections in March were 6.8 per economic uncertainties." "While Finance Minister as its Chair- It noted that the Indian economy forces. On one hand, tax incentives increase this burden to 28.2 per
issuances saw an uptick of a cent higher than the Rs 1.84 lakh a potential moderation in ab- man and Finance Ministers of showed resilience despite a slow- introduced in the Union Budget cent by the end of FY26.
staggering 48.3 per cent to Rs crore recorded in the previous solute GST collections is antic- all States as members, has played down in growth to 6.1 per cent 2025 are expected to boost consum- Deloitte said much will depend
27,341 crore during the month. month. ipated next month due to the its part in the forum. The latest year-on-year till Q3 of FY2025. er spending. on the outcome of US-India trade
The Gross Goods and Services Observing the GST data, current global economic climate, meeting of the GST Council was This moderation was mainly due The government has announced negotiations in the coming months.
Tax (GST) collections for March Saurabh Agarwal, Tax Partner, the overall outlook for the In- held on December 21 at Jaisalm- to uncertainty around the general income tax cuts that will lead to a It said "Depending on how effec-
2025 stayed at Rs 19,56,034 crore EY India, said, "The record GST dian economy remains optimis- er, Rajasthan. (ANI) elections, unusual rainfall in the revenue loss of Rs 1 trillion annu- tively India navigates the upcom-
first half of the year, and volatili- ally. This move is intended to in- ing bilateral agreement, total re-
ty in global trade. crease disposable income for mid- ciprocal tariffs could range from
However, revised data shows dle-class households and drive a high of 26 per cent to a more

Youtube to invest Rs 850 crore in next that FY2023-24 recorded a strong

9.2 per cent growth, backed by
robust domestic demand.
consumption.
On the other hand, global trade
uncertainties pose a risk to growth.
moderate 10 per cent, or land some-
where in between"
Deloitte remains cautiously
two years to accelerate growth Indicators such as goods and
services tax (GST) collections,
automobile sales, and sales of
India faces a 10 per cent ad valor-
em base tariff on its exports to the
US, which adds to the 2023
optimistic, noting that while trade
headwinds may impact export
performance, domestic demand--fu-
Mumbai, May 01: Goo- At the inaugural day of Tube, said, "YouTube's ability ister said the time is ripe for fast-moving consumer goods trade-weighted average Most Fa- elled by tax cuts--could keep India's
gle-owned, popular online vid- WAVES 2025, YouTube CEO to connect a creator anywhere the create in India and create (FMCG) have picked up in recent vored Nation (MFN) tariff rate of growth trajectory strong in FY26.
eo-sharing platform, YouTube Neal Mohan established India's with audiences EVERYWHERE for the world. months, suggesting strong under- 2.2 per cent, making the effective (ANI)
will make an investment of Rs emergence as a creator nation, has made it a powerful engine The current era marks the
850 crore in the next two years revealing that over 100 million of cultural export, and few na- sunrise era of the 'Orange econ-
to further accelerate the growth channels in India uploaded tions have leveraged this as omy' in India, the Prime Min-
of India's burgeoning creator content in the past year, with effectively as India. Today, ister said adding that the three
economy. more than 15,000 of these sur- India isn't just a world leader pillars of the Orange economy
This announcement was made passing one million subscrib- for film and music - it's rapidly are content, creativity and
Neal Mohan, CEO at YouTube ers. becoming what I'm excited to culture.
at the first edition of World Neal emphasized how You- call a "Creator Nation." WAVES 2025 is a four-day
Audio Visual & Entertainment Tube has empowered these Prime Minister Narendra summit with tagline "Con-
Summit (WAVES) 2025 in Mum- creators to transform their Modi inaugurated the WAVES necting Creators, Connecting
bai on Thursday. Delivering passions into successful busi- 2025, India's first-of-its-kind Countries" is poised to posi-
his keynote speech at the nesses and cultivate loyal glob- World Audio Visual and En- tion India as a global hub for
WAVES 2025, YouTube CEO al fandoms. tertainment Summit at the media, entertainment, and
said that the company has paid Last year, content produced Jio World Centre, Mumbai digital innovation by bring-
Rs 21,000 crore to Indian cre- in India racked up 45 billion today. ing together creators, start-
ators, artists, and media com- hours of watch time from view- Putting emphasis on the ups, industry leaders, and
panies in the last three years ers outside the country. growth potential of content policymakers from across
alone. Neal Mohan, CEO at You- creation economy, Prime Min- the world. (ANI)

FM Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurates

'Corporate Bhavan' in Kolkata
Kolkata, May 01: The and build trust in our sys- launch of the first-ever
Union Minister of Finance tems. Union Minister 'Prime Minister Internship
and Corporate Affairs, Sitharaman said that the Scheme (PMIS) Facilita-
Nirmala Sitharaman, in- first-ever 'Prime Minister tion Centre' on the 7th floor
augurated the 'Corporate Internship Scheme (PMIS) of the Corporate Bhawan.
Bhavan' in New Town, Facilitation Centre' is also The MCA CII PMIS Cen-
Kolkata on Thursday. located in the Corporate tre, a collaborative initia-
The Ministry of Corpo- Bhavan, Kolkata. She said tive between the Ministry
rate Affairs said in a release it will help aspiring Interns of Corporate Affairs (MCA)
that this new facility will seeking timely corporate obtain information and and Confederation of In-
house the Ministry of Cor- regulatory services. address issues related to dian Industry (CII), aims
porate Affairs' different Sitharaman added that their applications. to connect eligible youth
offices, including the Re- consolidating services at The seven-storey build- (aged 21-24) with internship
gional Directorate (East), the Corporate Bhawan will ing has a built-up area of opportunities offered by
Registrar of Companies, significantly cut costs, about 13,239 square meters, participating companies.
Official Liquidator, SFIO, accelerate the approval and the total project cost Through a dedicated
NCLT (Kolkata Bench), process, and improve op- was around Rs 150.43 three-member team, the
and IBBI, under one roof. erational efficiency, which crores. centre will focus on iden-
Speaking on the Occa- will help enhance the Ease It is designed with a tifying eligible candidates
sion, Union Minister of of Doing Business. focus on energy efficiency, who are not in full-time
Finance and Corporate Addressing officers of waste recycling, smart education or employment,
Affairs, Nirmala Sithara- the Ministry of Corporate parking, and the well-be- providing comprehensive
man, said that Corporate Affairs, Nirmala Sithara- ing of its occupants. The guidance, and facilitating
Bhawan will become a true man also stated that our building ensures proper their registration and ap-
single-window interface regulatory frameworks indoor air quality and is plication in the PM Intern-
for companies, insolvency must safeguard good gov- equipped with CO2 sensors ship Scheme, the Ministry
professionals, auditors, ernance, enable enterprise, in the AHU. added in the statement.
startups, and investors encourage formalisation, The event celebrated the (ANI)
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GOVERNMENT OF JAMMU AND KASHMIR JAMMU AND KASHMIR PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
DIRECTORATE OF HEALTH SERVICES, KASHMIR website:http://jkpsc.nic.in
RESHAM GHAR COLONY, BAKSHI NAGAR, JAMMU - 180001
Jammu: 0191-2566528 (F) 2566530
Subject: 1st tentative seniority list of Nursing Supervisors. email:[email protected] Srinagar: 0194-2312629 (F) 2312631
Subject: Cancellation of candidature for the post of Assistant Legal Remembrancer/District Litigation Officer in the Department of Law, Justice and Parliamentary
NOTIFICATION Affairs.
NOTICE
On the basis of record available with this Directorate and as per information furnished by subordinate Offices, 1st tentative se-
Dated:. 30.04.2025
niority list of Nursing Supervisors, as it stood on 01.01.2025, is hereby prepared and notified amongst all concerned through their Whereas, the Department of Law, Justice & Parliamentary Affairs, vide letter No.LAW-Estt/29/2022-10 dated 15.01.2024, referred 11 posts (OM=04, RBA=01, SC=01,
Controlling Officers for information. Any Nursing Supervisors who may not be satisfied with the position assigned to him/her in ST=02, EWS=02, Social Caste=01) of Assistant Legal Remembrancer/District Litigation Officer in the Department of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, to the J&K
the tentative seniority list, may submit his/her representation/objections, if any, with documentary proof to this Directorate within Public Service Commission for selection; and,
07 days ’from the date of issuance of this Notification. Any Supervisory Staff Nurses who may not be satisfied with the position Whereas, the posts were advertised, vide Notification No. 02-PSC (DR-P) of 2024
dated 05.03.2024; and,
assigned to him/her in the tentative seniority list, may submit his/her representation/objections, if any, with documentary proof to Whereas, in pursuance of letter No. Estt/29/2022-10 dated 06.03.2024 received from Department of Law, Justice & Parliamentary Affairs two posts, one each under ST
this Directorate within 07 days from the date of issuance of this Notification. After expiry of the stipulated period, no objection in and EWS categories were withdrawn vide Notice issued under endorsement No. PSC/DR/ALR/DLO/2024 dated 12.03.2024. As such, one post each in the categories of ST
this regard shall be entertained. and EWS were available for selection; and,
The date of birth of the officials reflected in the seniority list shall not be taken as authentic and shall be subject to further verifi- Whereas, the written test was conducted on 15.09.2024 and 36 candidates were declared to have qualified the written test vide Notification No. PSC/Exam/S/2024/77
dated 08.11.2024; and,
cation with the service record/Matriculation Certificate issued in respect of these officials by the concerned authorities. The seniority Whereas, the provisional Select List for 09 posts (OM=04, RBA=01, SC=01, ST=01, EWS=01, SLC=01) of Assistant Legal Remembrancer/District Litigation Officer, in
list shall be without prejudice to the final outcome of Writ Petition(s), if any, pending before the Competent Court(s) of Law. the Department of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, was issued vide Notification No.52-PSC (DR-S) of 2024 dated 24.03.2025 ; and,
Whereas, the provisional Select List was subject to objections, if any, which were to be received within five days; and
S.No. Name of Employee DOB Date of 1st appointment Date of promotion as PMS Place of Posting
Whereas, among others, two representations were received against the selection of Ms. Bhawna Sharma D/o Surjeet Kumar, under ST category that she does not
01 Mrs. Masooda Akhter 15.08.1965 19.10.1989 17.08.2020 JLNM Hospital, Srinagar belong to ST category but belongs to ST-2 category, as such cannot claim benefits of ST-2, as per SO-305 dated 21.05.2024, as the said SO is applicable from the date of
02 Mrs. Neeta Devi 15.01.1975 31.10.2007 01.07.2022 JLNM Hospital, Srinagar issuance and not retrospectively. As per SO — 127 dated 20.04.2020 the Pahari Speaking People figure in the Socially and Educationally backward classes ( other than
Schedule Castes and Schedule Tribes). Pahari Ethnic Group has been included in ST-2 category as per SO-176 dated 15.03.2024 which is after the issuance of advertisement
The concerned CMO’s/Controlling Officers shall ensure that no Nursing Supervisors is left out who has been appointed by the Notification No. 02-PSC (DR-P) of 2024 dated 05.03.2024 ; and
competent authority through proper mechanism and in case any such employee is left out, the concerned CMO’s/Controlling Officers Whereas, ST category certificate of Ms. Bhavna Sharma has been examined and it has been found that ST certificate issued in her favor by the Tehsildar Sunderbani vide
shall furnish his/her complete biodata along with documentary evidence in order to include him/her at appropriate place/serial in No. JK-Rev- SCT/2024/51364 dated 27.3.2024, cannot be entertained as she was not eligible as ST category candidate; and.
the seniority list. Now, therefore, the candidature of Ms. Bhavna Sharma D/o Surjeet Kumar, B.D No.13, provisionally selected for the post of Assistant Legal Remembrancer/District
Litigation Officer in the Department of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, vide Notification No. 52-PSC (DR-S) of 2024 dated 24.03.2025, under ST category, is hereby
The seniority list is also made available on the official website www.dhskashmir.org of this Directorate.
cancelled ab-initio.
Dated: 30/04/2025 Sd/ No: PSC/DR/ ALR/DLO/2024 Sd/-
No.DHSK/NG/Est-5th/Nurse/7683703/2789-98 Director Health Services, Dated: 30.04.2025 (Mushtaq Ahmad) JKAS
DIPK-999-25 Kashmir. DIPK-996-25 Additional Secretary J&K Public Service Commission
 Rising Kashmir J&K
10 Srinagar, Friday 02 May 2025

Be responsible: SC junks plea

Kashmir is safe and seeking judicial commission over
stunning: Vietnamese tourists Pahalgam terror attack
defy terror scare New Delhi, May 01: The
Supreme Court strongly
criticised the counsels
who filed a Public Inter-
Court judge become an
expert to investigate such
issues (terrorism)? We're
not entertaining any-
draw the plea, with lib-
erty to approach the High
Court regarding the
cause (protection) of
cause (protection) of
students "if" there is any.
The top court, how-
ever, also berated the
Pahalgam, May 01: if some of the famous When asked about the In Kashmi,r it feels like est Litigation (PIL) plea thing. Please go wher- Kashmiri students study- counsels further on the
Despite the closure of tourist spots had been terrorist attack in Pa- Paradise on earth, it's seeking the constitution ever you want me to go", ing outside the region. fact that the aspect re-
several tourist spots open. halgam, the visitor said very different from Viet- of a judicial commission the bench stated. "The petitioner who garding students was not
after the Pahalgam ter- Speaking to ANI, a first "I also heard that from nam, with white moun- to investigate the April After hearing the pe- appears as party-in- mentioned in the plea
ror attack, a few tourists time visitor expressed the internet and some tains, and the climate is 22 Pahalgam terrorist titioner for some time, person seeks permission filed before the court.
are still making their her sheer delight at her friends, somebody can very cool here. " attack in which 26 people Justice Surya Kant fur- to withdraw the petition The plea had sought
way to Pahalgam and experience in the valley be scared from that in- The group also made were killed. ther remarked, "This is with seeking liberty to several directions to the
nearby areas. and said "This is the first formation, but I think it a point to support local A bench comprising the crucial hour where the cause of students Central government and
On Thursday, a group time I came to Kashmir, because I also want to artisans by purchasing Justices Surya Kant and each and every citizen (regarding their protec- the Union Territory of
of tourists from Vietnam and I had a wonderful come here and recover well, so that's why I feel traditional handicrafts N Kotiswar Singh de- of this country has joined tion)", the bench noted Jammu & Kashmir for
arrived in Pahalgam and amazing experience Kashmir by myself so Kashmir is very safe, and shawls. clined to express an hands to fight terrorism. in its order. the protection of tourists
said that Kashmir was here, I've seen a lot of that is why that informa- beautiful exactly like "We have got some gifts opinion on the subject. Don't make any prayer The court proceeded in Kashmir.
"paradise", further stat- beautiful nature and how tion did not make me feel what they say "A haven for our friends and fam- "Be responsible. You which can demoralise a to grant liberty to the The plea had been filed
ing that they felt very friendly people treat us scared, because when I on earth." ily in Vietnam because owe some duty towards person. Look at the sen- petitioner to withdraw by Mohammad Junaid,
good and safe while vis- very well, I feel a great came here a lot of people Samita, another mem- Kashmir is very famous the country. Is this the sitivity of the issue." the plea, with a clarifica- a resident of Kashmir,
iting Kashmir. However, time here. We have also already welcomed us, ber of the group, echoed for the local handicrafts way.. Please don't do this. At this juncture, the tion that the petitioners along with Fatesh Kumar
they added that it would bought a lot of stuff like they protected us very the sentiment, "Yes, our and shawls. Since when does a retired petitioner sought permis- may approach the High Sahu and Vicky Kumar.
have been more enjoyable Kashmiri shawls..." well and treated us very group is from Vietnam. (ANI) High Court or Supreme sion of the court to with- Court regarding the (ANI)

Javed Dar extends Border residents of Saujiyan Police arrest drug

greetings on International condemn Pahalgam terror attack
peddler in Awantipora
Labour Day Sarfaraz Chak
Vow support to Indian Army in any situation
Contraband substance recovered
of innocent lives and as- face a war-like situation,
Jammu, May 01: Minister of of nation building. He reaf- serted that such attacks, they would not hesitate Awantipora, May 01: In a was arrested and a case vide
Agriculture Production De- firmed the government's com- Poonch, May 01: The regardless of the victims’ to defend the motherland. continued crackdown against FIR No.100/2025 under relevant
partment, Rural Development mitment to welfare of the recent terrorist attack religion or background, Shafiq Ahmad Dar said the drug menace, Police in sections of law has been reg-
Department and PR, Javed working class. on tourists in Pahalgam strike at the very core of their ancestors stood by Awantipora have arrested a istered at Police Station Awa-
Ahmed Dar, has extended The Minister emphasised has sparked a wave of human values. the Army during past drug peddler and recovered ntipora and investigation has
warm greetings to the working the importance of protecting anger and grief across "Targeting unarmed conflicts, and they are contraband substance from been initiated.
class to mark International workers' rights and improving the country. In the remote civilians is an attack on ready to do the same. If his possession. We urge the common masses
Labour Day. their quality of life. border area of Saujiyan, humanity itself. This is needed, we will fight A Police party of Police Sta- that if you witness drug ped-
Javed Dar acknowledged the Highlighting the govern- located in the Mandi unacceptable in any shoulder to shoulder with tion Awantipora at a checkpoint dling or any other crime any-
invaluable contributions of ment's initiatives to support tehsil in Poonch district, civilized society," said peated cross-border shell- our soldiers. We are not established at Padgampora where near you, feel free to
workers towards nation build- the workers, the Minister residents have reacted Gulbar Ahmad, an elder ing and provocations afraid to sacrifice our Crossing, intercepted a suspi- contact the nearest police es-
ing, emphasising the impor- stressed the need to enhance with strong condemna- in the village. from Pakistan. Despite lives to protect our land cious person identified as Na- tablishment or dial 112. People
tance of ensuring their social working conditions, provide tion, calling the assault Other residents, includ- these challenges, they and people, he said. zim Ahmad Mir son of Ab are requested to cooperate with
security. fair wages and promote social on innocent civilians a ing Shafiq Ahmad Dar said the village has al- Dar said that in times Hamid Mir resident of Kawa- police in curbing the menace
“I extend my warmest greet- security. He also emphasized heinous and cowardly and Mushtaq Ahmad, ways stood firm in its of peace and conflict ni. During search, 120 gms of of drugs from the society. We
ings and best wishes on Inter- the importance of creating a act against humanity. recalled the long-stand- loyalty to the Indian alike, Saujiyan’s people Charas like substance (in shape reassure the community mem-
national Labour Day to my conducive work environment Talking to Rising Kash- ing hardships faced by Army and the nation. continue to stand as a of Sticks) wrapped in maize bers that police will act tough
working brothers and sisters that fosters productivity and mir, locals expressed the people of Saujiyan, Locals declared that if resolute pillar of strength husk was recovered from his against the criminals as per
who are the strongest pillars job satisfaction. deep sorrow over the loss who have endured re- the country were ever to for the nation. possession. Subsequently, he law.

ACB registers case against one KPs capable of managing Dir sericulture distributes
their temples: IRC low-cost silkworm rearing huts
person in CAPD dept among rearers
Srinagar, May 01: Investiga- venerated among the Shakta
Jammu, May 01: The tion and Resolution Commit- worshippers of Kashmir. Srinagar, May 01: Mr. Ajaz Ahmad
Jammu and Kashmir tee (IRC), constituted by the The Kashmiri Pandit Samaj Bhat, IAS, Director Sericulture J&K,
Anti-Corruption Bureau Kashmiri Pandit Samaj, to has already approached the today distributed low-cost Silkworm
(ACB) has registered a look into the issue of the Hari o0ffices of the Chief Rearing Huts among silkworm rearers
case FIR No. 01/2025 U/S Parbat Temple, has appealed Minister,Relief and Rehabili- and farmers in District Budgam. The
13(1)(b) r/w 13(2) of the to the Government of Jammu tation Commissioner,appealing initiative is aimed at addressing the
Prevention of Corruption and Kashmir to maintain the that the religious sanctity of persistent challenge of inadequate rear-
Act, 1988 (as amended in sanctity of the temple. The the Hari Parbat be maintained. ing space faced by silkworm rearers,
2018), in Police Station committee stated that the Besides it has also been re- particularly landless farmers in the
ACB Doda, against a pub- ancient Shakti Peeth of the quested that the religious region.
lic servant Shahilal Hari Parbat dedicated to Mata sentiments of the Kashmiri Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Bhat Reiterating his commitment to inclu-
Showkat Ali, a night residential house in Isr- istrates. Sharika has been tradition- Pandit Samaj be respected by emphasized the Department’s commit- sive growth, Mr. Bhat said, “The Depart-
chowkidar of CAPD de- arabad, Sidhra, Jammu, During the search op- ally managed by the commu- not allowing the politicisation ment to strengthening its infrastructure ment shall ensure that low-cost silkworm
partment, posted in Teh- another double-storey erations, the team recov- nity even in adverse situation of the shrine. and ensuring the availability of modern rearing huts are provided to all deserv-
sil Supply Office (TSO) house in Banihal, mul- ered 16 cheque books and when the ethno-religious Kashmiri Pandit Samaj has and state-of-the-art facilities for silk- ing silkworm rearers and landless farm-
Banihal. tiple land plots at various five passbooks belonging conflict had destabilised and the experience of the past in worm rearers. He assured the gathering ers across the Union Territory of J&K.
The case was initiated locations, and luxury to various banks, land displaced the community in which Bh ai r av that the department is actively working Our aim is to foster an enabling environ-
following a secret verifi- vehicles. Additionally, documents relating to 1990.Hari parbat signifies the Mandir,Chattabal ,Gulmarg on providing a comprehensive range of ment where every section of society can
cation into allegations financial documents and properties at different heritage and civilizational and Rainawari led to the support services to silkworm farmers, join hands with the department and
that the accused public evidence suggesting un- locations, a passport moorings of the Kashmiri squandering of the Kash- which includes the distribution of farm contribute to the economic development
servant has acquired accounted wealth were reflecting international Pandit community and this miri Pandit rights by keeping implements, disinfectants, technical of the region.”
substantial assets, both uncovered. travel history, foreign Shakti Peeth is centuries old the community away from expertise, and financial assistance for On the same occasion, the first con-
movable and immovable, During the course of the currency notes,three and was created by the God- the management of these re- the construction of rearing sheds in a signment of high-quality F1 Silkworm
disproportionate to his investigation, search war- official rubber stamps dess Herself when creation ligious properties. As such phased manner. Seed, indigenously produced by the
known sources of income, rants were obtained from of senior officers, includ- of Kashmir valley was done to restore the glory of the Hari The Director encouraged the local Sericulture Development Department
in his own name as well the Hon’ble Court, and ing one belonging to the by the Divine grace. This Parbat an investigation team population, particularly women, unem- J&K under the able leadership of Mr.
as in the names of his extensive searches were Assistant Director, Shakti Peeth has the tantric has been constituted by the ployed youth, and landless farmers, to Bhat, was f lagged off for dispatch to all
family members. conducted at the residen- CAPD, Ramban and TSO significance and that can well Kashmiri Samaj.It compris- take full advantage of the schemes being Incubation-cum-Chawki Rearing Centres
The verification re- tial premises of the ac- Banihal and other in- be gauged from the natu- es the eminent people of in- offered by the Sericulture Department. across Kashmir Division. The seed is
vealed that the accused cused located in Sidhra, criminating material rally engraved sign of tegrity having social accep- He noted that these schemes are aimed the result of dedicated and tireless ef-
has accumulated sig- Jammu and Banihal in also seized. Further Chakreshwari depicting the tance for their selfless work to promote dignified and sustainable forts by field staff across various Silk-
nificant assets, including the presence of indepen- investigation into the tantric place consciousness towards the empowerment employment and uplift the rural econ- worm Seed Stations and Grainages of
a palatial double-storey dent witnesses and Mag- case is ongoing. of Kashmir which is highly of the community. omy. the department.

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Awantipora, May 01: IUST’s students from Government spark curiosity and foster Office of the Assistant Labour Commissioner, Ganderbal
Department of Electronics Boys High School, Padgam- early interest in STEM fields Address: Mini-Secretariat Complex Duderhama Ganderbal Pin-191201
and Communication Engi- pora visited the campus and among school students, (Email ID: [email protected])
neering organised a hands- participated in interactive aligning with the univer- Subject: Registration of Service Providers for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2025
on outreach session under demonstrations at the Elec- sity’s broader outreach and
the Unnat Bharat Abhiyan tronics Laboratory. The UBA objectives. The visit PUBLIC NOTICE
(UBA), reinforcing the uni- sessions, conducted by Dr. was well-received by both
versity's commitment to Romana Yousuf, Dr. Shaiqa duced basic electronics students and teachers, who In view of the upcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2025, it is hereby informed to all concerned that the police
rural engagement and STEM Nasreen, Dr. Asif Bashir, concepts through simple valued the opportunity for verification of all service providers including Palkiwallas, Pithuwallas, Ponywallas and hawkers hailing from District
education. Dr. Issmat S. Masoodi, and experiments. practical learning in a uni- Ganderbal, who had rendered their services during the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2024, has been successfully complet-
As part of the initiative, Ms. Safeena Rasool, intro- The program aimed to versity environment. ed. In this regard, all such service providers who wish to participate and offer their services this year are required to
register themselves afresh.
Registration Process:
Bollywood comes out in support of Kashmir The registration of the eligible service providers will be carried out at the nearest designated registration camps set
up at the following locations:
Celebrities urge people to visit valley 1. Govt Higher Secondary School, Hari Ganiwan
Aatif Qayoom partners in peace and re- visitors for generations. We unity, Kashmiris observed 2. AHD Camp Office,Sonamarg
silience. must not let fear interrupt a complete shutdown to 3. Frozen Semen Station, Chattergul
Srinagar, May 01: After Actor Sunil Shetty was that bond,” Kulkarni said. condemn the attack. Trad- 4. vetenary Sub Unit,Gund
the tragic terrorist attack among the first to express Kulkarni’s message was ers, transporters, and locals 5. Cattle Development Centre Gutlibagh
in Pahalgam, that claimed support towards Kashmir, echoed by filmmaker Nan- emphasized that such vio-
innocent lives of scores of followed by many other stars dita Das and actor Jackie lence has no place in their
6. Cattle Development Centre, Waliwar
tourists and a local service including Ritesh Deshmukh, Shroff, who praised the land. People of the valley 7. Mini Secretariat Complex, Ganderbal
provider, badly affecting the who urged people to visit the strength and hospitality have always welcomed 8. Animal Husbandary Office,Kangan
tourism sector, several bol- valley and stand against fear. of Kashmiris. “When the guests with open arms. All service providers are advised to visit any of the above-mentioned registration camps and complete the registra-
lywood celebrities have come “Now is the time to show world closes in fear, Kash- “Kashmir has always tion process before the commencement of Annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2025.
forward in solidarity with unity, not retreat,” mir opens its doors with treated its guests like fam-
NOTE: - Any individual who intends to offer services as a Ponywalla, Pithuwalla, or Palkiwalla for the first time during
RK Anchor

the people of Kashmir. Deshmukh said. warmth,” Das wrote. ily,” said Younis Rather, a
In their message, the Recently, cctor Atul Kulkar- Following the deadly at- tour operator from Srinagar. the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2025 must visit the office of the Assistant Labour Commissioner, Ganderbal, and submit
celebrities have urged ni also visited Pahalgam, tack, the people of the Val- Adding, “Tourism is not their personal details and supporting documents. The details collected will then be forwarded to the Police Depart-
people across India to stand offering a heartfelt message ley, known for their hospital- just a livelihood here, it's a ment, Ganderbal, for the necessary verification process.
with the Valley by continu- after interacting with locals. ity, have once again shown tradition rooted in our cul- No:ALC/GBL/2025-26/81-85 Sd/-
ing to travel to Kashmir “The people of Kashmir their spirit in the face of ture of hosting with grace Dated: 30 /04/2025 Assistant Labour Commissioner
not just as tourists, but as have opened their hearts to adversity. In a rare show of and respect.” DIPK-998-25 Ganderbal
 Rising Kashmir National Srinagar, Friday 02, May 2025
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Rajnath Singh speaks with Defence

Secy Hegseth, says “US supports
India’s right to defend itself”
New Delhi, May 1 : Defence loss of innocent civilians Security (CCS) met on April conspirators behind it will
Minister Rajnath Singh on in the dastardly terror at- 23 and was briefed in detail face severe punishment.
Thursday spoke to US Sec- tack in Pahalgam, Jammu on the terrorist attack in The government has an-
retary of Defence Pete & Kashmir,” the Defence Pahalgam. nounced a series of mea-
Hegseth, who expressed Minister’s Office said in a The CCS condemned the sures, including putting the
deep condolences over the post on X. attack in the strongest terms Indus Water Treaty in
loss of innocent lives in the “Secretary Hegseth said and expressed its deepest abeyance, to send a strong
recent terrorist attack in that the U.S. stands in sol- condolences to the families message to Pakistan for its
Jammu and Kashmir’s (J-K) idarity with India and sup- of the victims and hoped support to cross-border
Pahalgam. ports India’s right to defend for the early recovery of the terrorism.
Expressing “deepest itself. He reiterated the sations. He further said that injured. The Pakistani military
sympathies for the tragic strong support of the U.S. it is important for the glob- In the briefing to the CCS, is continuing its build-up
loss of innocent civilians government in India’s fight al community to explicitly the cross-border linkages on the borders with India
in the terror attack,” the against terrorism,” it said. and unequivocally condemn of the terrorist attack were and has deployed air defence
US Secretary conveyed Singh told Secretary and call out such heinous brought out. It was noted and artillery units at for-
strong support of the US Hegseth that Pakistan has acts of terrorism,” the De- that this attack came in the ward locations.
government in India’s fight a history of providing safe fence Minister’s Office wake of the successful hold- Directors General of Mil-
against terrorism. havens, training, and fund- added. ing of elections in the Union itary Operations of India
“The U.S. Secretary of ing to terror groups. This comes amid escalat- Territory and its steady and Pakistan talked over
Defence@PeteHegsethspoke “During the conversation, ing tensions with Pakistan progress towards econom- the hotline on Tuesday to
to Raksha Mantri Shri@ RM told the@SecDefthat following the Pahalgam ic growth and development. discuss the unprovoked
rajnathsinghearlier today Pakistan has a history of terror attack, which claimed The government has said ceasefire violations by Pa-
and expressed his deepest supporting, training and the lives of 26 people. that the terrorists respon- kistan, defence sources said
sympathies for the tragic funding terrorist organi- Cabinet Committee on sible for the attack and the on Wednesday. (ANI)

“He is a fighter”: Rajinikanth praises

PM Modi’s efforts in bringing peace in JK
Mumbai, May 1: At the the barbaric, merciless attack prove what we have been
World Audio Visual and that happened at Pahalgam, saying for the last one decade,
Mr Afan Adil on Entertainment (WAVES) many people told me that the that he will face even this
the meritorious Summit 2025, superstar
Rajinikanth spoke about the
government would postpone
this event because of
situation gracefully and
bravely, and bring peace in
success in Pahalgam terrorist attack, unnecessary criticism, Kashmir and glory to our
which claimed the lives of because the event’s subject country .”
Class 10th 26 innocent civilians, is entertainment. But, I was Expressing his gratitude
examination. including one Nepalese confident that this event will for being part of the WAVES
national, and injured many. definitely happen, because summit, he added, “I am
From: He hailed Prime Minister I have confidence in our extremely happy to be here,
Daddy, Baba, Mumma, bhai Sahab Mama, Bhai jee Narendra Modi’s efforts in Prime Minister, Narendra and it’s my privilege to be
mama, Waris, Mohsin and all near and dears. bringing peace to Jammu Modi ji.” a part of this WAVES
and Kashmir, and expressed While praising PM Modi, moment. My hearty
faith in his leadership. he added, “He is a fighter. He congratulations to the
In his speech, he said, “After will meet any challenge, and central government...”
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Lords Cricket Ground to

host Women's T20 World
Cup 2026 final in July! Richard Gould SAID: "We
are hugely excited for the
ICC Women's T20 World Cup
2026, and thrilled to be able
to confirm the seven iconic
venues that will host the
tournament. It is, of course,
extra special to announce
that the final will be taking
place at Lord's. It is one of
the finest venues in world
cricket, and every cricket-
er dreams of being part of
occasions like a World Cup
final at Lord's.
"This will be the big-
gest women's cricket event
ever staged in England and
Wales and is undoubtedly
an opportunity to take the
game to more people than
ever before and welcome in
new fans, young and old.
Crucially, though, this isn't
London, May 1: Seven in due course. tournament will bring just about scale, it's about
venues have been confirmed With an expanded field of together the world's finest providing a world-class
to host the ICC Women's 12 teams - the largest ever in players in a celebration of experience for players, fans
T20 World Cup next year a Women's T20 World Cup - skill, spirit and sportsman- and broadcasters alike,
in England and the final this edition promises to be ship," said ICC Chair Jay ensuring that the tourna-
of the mega event is set to the most competitive yet as Shah, as quoted by the ICC. ment reflects the elite per-
take place at historic Lord's the best in the world vie for "The United Kingdom's formance of the players
Cricket Ground which will the prestigious title. rich diversity has always on the pitch. We want this
be played on July 5, as per Eight teams - hosts Eng- shown passionate support competition to be part of a
the ICC official website. land, Australia, India, New for all teams, something we long-term movement, and
The announcement was Zealand, Pakistan, South witnessed so memorably not just a single moment in
made on May 1 during a Africa, Sri Lanka and at past events. The sell-out time. This World Cup will
launch event at Lord's, West Indies - have already Women's Cricket World grow a new generation of
where it was also revealed secured their spots for the Cup final at Lord's in 2017 fans who didn't grow up
that Edgbaston, Hampshire ICC Women's T20 World Cup remains a landmark in the with women's cricket but
Bowl, Headingley, Old Traf- 2026. Four additional teams rise of the women's game, will never imagine sport
ford Cricket Ground, The will join them through the and I cannot think of a more without it," he added.
Oval and Bristol County Qualifier scheduled next fitting stage for the final. As The 2026 Women's T20
Ground will host matches year. we turn our focus to prepar- World Cup will mark the
during the tournament. The 12 teams will be split ing for the tournament, we milestone 10th edition of the
The ICC Women's T20 into two groups of six for the are excited by the promise of tournament, which began
World Cup 2026 will begin group stage, followed by the thrilling T20 action that will in 2009. The most recent edi-
on 12 June and span 24 days, knockout rounds and finals. not only captivate fans here tion, hosted by Bangladesh
featuring 33 matches before "The confirmation of but also serve as a showcase in the UAE in 2024, saw New
reaching its grand finale at venues represents a defin- for cricket's return on the Zealand claim their first-
Lord's. ing moment as we build Olympic stage in Los Ange- ever title, defeating South
The full tournament towards the ICC Women's les 2028," he added. Africa by 32 runs in the
schedule will be unveiled T20 World Cup 2026. This ECB Chief Executive final. (ANI)

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