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Social justice activism and the cottage industry of hate

Social justice movements are collective, organized efforts by groups of people seeking to address and rectify various forms of social injustice, inequality, and systemic discrimination. These movements aim to create a fairer and fairer society by advocating for the rights and well-being of marginalized or oppressed individuals and communities. Social justice movements can encompass a […]

Kulgam encounter: 5 terrorists killed in joint operation in Kashmir

SRINAGAR:  Five terrorists have been reported to have been killed in an encounter with security forces in Kulgam district in Kashmir, on Friday. The slain terrorists have been identified as Sameer Ahmad Sheikh, Yasir Bilal Bhat, Danish Ahmad Thokar, Hanzullah Yaqoob Shah and Ubaid Ahmad Padder, who belonged to the Pakistan-based terrorist outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba, and […]

Bus accident claims 38 lives, injures 19 in J&K’s Doda

SRINAGAR: In a devastating incident, a passenger bus plunged into a deep gorge in the Assar area of Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir, on Wednesday morning, resulting in the loss of 38 lives, while leaving 19 others injured. According to officials, the bus skidded off the road, leading to the tragic accident. Emergency response […]

Blaze erupts in Srinagar’s Dal Lake, claiming 3 lives, incinerating properties valued at crores

SRINAGAR : A devastating fire engulfed several houseboats in the heart of Dal Lake, Srinagar’s popular tourist hub, on Saturday morning. The blaze resulted in the loss of three lives and turned properties valued at crores into ashes. The fire, which erupted near Ghat number 9 around 5:15 am, also destroyed at least five houseboats […]

Promising J&K national athlete leaves Kashmir, blames unfair sports policy

SRINAGAR: In a startling revelation, a Srinagar-based athlete, Afreen Hyder, who clinched a historic silver medal in Taekwondo at the National Games 2023 in Goa, has accused the Jammu & Kashmir Sports Council of mistreatment and neglect. The National Games, considered the premier sports event in India, only allows the top eight athletes in each […]

Rs 85 crores raised and laundered in 2 years for terrorism and secessionism related activities

SRINAGAR: The State Investigation Agency Wing of Jammu & Kashmir Police conducted searches of houses and offices at 22 locations including 18 in Srinagar, one each in Anantnag and Pulwama districts of South Kashmir, besides two in New Delhi, on Wednesday. The pre-dawn searches were carried out simultaneously by special teams of the SIA. During […]

Cricket diplomacy cannot resolve India-Pakistan relations

In a region marked by a long history of political tensions and conflicts, due to cross border terrorism by Pakistan, the invitation by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to our neighbour’s cricket team for a series in India sparked controversy and divided opinions.  Some opposed the move, arguing that cricket relations […]

J&K Police officer shot while promoting youth cricket to fight drugs

SRINAGAR: In a shocking incident, terrorists targeted a Jammu and Kashmir police officer who was working diligently to build bridges with youngsters through cricket, aiming to keep them away from the clutches of drugs and social evils. Inspector Masroor Wani was shot and critically wounded in downtown Srinagar on Sunday while playing cricket with local boys […]

EXC: J&K Police will fight those who recruit teens for fatal missions but send their own children abroad: DGP RR Swain

SRINAGAR: In a significant development, the Ministry of Home Affairs, has announced the appointment of Rashmi Ranjan Swain as the new Director General of Police (DGP) for the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. Swain, an experienced officer, recognised for his unwavering commitment to integrity, ethics, truthfulness, and conscientiousness, is set to take the reins from […]

Nishkasan ka dard: ‘Youth 4 Panun Kashmir’ to commemorate Kashmiri Pandit Holocaust Day 

NEW DELHI: The leading Kashmiri Pandit youth organisation Youth 4 Panun Kashmir (Y4PK) is set to organise a unique and impactful event, “Nishkasan Ka Dard,” on an international scale to commemorate Kashmiri Pandit Holocaust Day which will take place on January 19, 2024, in New Delhi. President of Y4PK Rahul Kaul declared that the youth organisation […]