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The civilian, who was injured in a terrorist firing in Kokernag area of Anantnag district on Saturday, has been identified as Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) worker.

According to police sources, the injured person identified as Sajjad Mantoo had received gunshot wounds in his thigh, hand and abdomen but is in stable condition now.

Mantoo is a Panch and his wife is a Sarpanch. Both of them are PDP affiliates.Jammu and Kashmir Police had earlier said the injured has been shifted to the hospital.

In another incident in the district, three unidentified terrorists had stopped a load carrier vehicle in Buminabad area and set ablaze its contents, which mainly consisted of apple packaging materials.&nbsp;

 
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The civilian, who was injured in a terrorist firing in Kokernag area of Anantnag district on Saturday, has been identified as Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) worker.

The civilian, who was injured in a terrorist firing in Kokernag area of Anantnag district on Saturday, has been identified as Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) worker. According to police sources, the injured person identified as Sajjad Mantoo had received gunshot wounds in his thigh, hand and abdomen but is in stable condition now. Mantoo is a Panch and his wife is a Sarpanch. Both of them are PDP affiliates.Jammu and Kashmir Police had earlier said the injured has been shifted to the hospital. In another incident in the district, three unidentified terrorists had stopped a load carrier vehicle in Buminabad area and set ablaze its contents, which mainly consisted of apple packaging materials.

Anantnag: Civilian injured in terrorist firing affiliated to PDP

A day after the Jammu and Kashmir government allowed <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/national-conference-delegation-meets-farooq-abdullah-in-srinagar-clarifies-stand-on-article-370-254060">National Conference delegation</a> to meet party leaders Farook Abdullah and Omar Abdullah, a 10 member delegation of PDP leaders was also permitted to meet party chief Mahbooba Mufti.

The PDP leaders are scheduled to meet Mehbooba Mufti&nbsp;in Srinagar on Monday.

Speaking to ANI, PDP leader Firdous Tak said, "In the morning, we had requested the Governor to allow us to meet our party chief. Our request has been accepted. We will discuss the current situation and every other issue related to Jammu and Kashmir with Mufti. It has been two months since she and various other party leaders were put under detention."

Political leaders from Kashmir have been put under preventive detention following the abrogation of Article 370 which provided special status to the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir.

People's Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti and National Conference leader Farooq and Omar Abdullah were prominent leaders who were placed under preventive detention by the Jammu and Kashmir administration.

The government had on August 5 scrapped the provision of the article, which took away the special rights enjoyed by the people of Jammu and Kashmir and bifurcated the state into two Union Territories - Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. The UTs will come into being on October 31.

A 15 member delegation of the National Conference on Sunday met with their party president Farooq Abdullah at his residence in Srinagar where he is currently under house arrest since the abrogation of Article 370. The delegation will meet his son, Omar Abdullah, separately, later in the day.

(With inputs from ANI)

A day after the Jammu and Kashmir government allowed National Conference delegation to meet party leaders Farook Abdullah and Omar Abdullah, a 10 member delegation of PDP leaders was also permitted to meet party chief Mahbooba Mufti.

A day after the Jammu and Kashmir government allowed National Conference delegation to meet party leaders Farook Abdullah and Omar Abdullah, a 10 member delegation of PDP leaders was also permitted to meet party chief Mahbooba Mufti. The PDP leaders are scheduled to meet Mehbooba Mufti in Srinagar on Monday. Speaking to ANI, PDP leader Firdous Tak said, "In the morning, we had requested the Governor to allow us to meet our party chief. Our request has been accepted. We will discuss the current situation and every other issue related to Jammu and Kashmir with Mufti. It has been two months since she and various other party leaders were put under detention." Political leaders from Kashmir have been put under preventive detention following the abrogation of Article 370 which provided special status to the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir. People's Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti and National Conference leader Farooq and Omar Abdullah were prominent leaders who were placed under preventive detention by the Jammu and Kashmir administration. The government had on August 5 scrapped the provision of the article, which took away the special rights enjoyed by the people of Jammu and Kashmir and bifurcated the state into two Union Territories - Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. The UTs will come into being on October 31. A 15 member delegation of the National Conference on Sunday met with their party president Farooq Abdullah at his residence in Srinagar where he is currently under house arrest since the abrogation of Article 370. The delegation will meet his son, Omar Abdullah, separately, later in the day. (With inputs from ANI)

After NC delegation meets Farooq Abdullah, PDP leaders also allowed to meet Mehbooba Mufti

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has engraved the name of Squadron Leader Ravi Khanna, who was killed in 1990 by separatist Yasin Malik-led Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF), on the National War Memorial in Delhi.&nbsp;

"The name of Sqn Ldr Khanna has been included on the National War Memorial after the Air Headquarters cleared the case in this regard," IAF sources said here.

The decision was taken in the last week of September by the Indian Air Force.

The names of personnel killed in action are provided by the respective services to the National War Memorial and they are then put up on the walls there along with the detail of action in which they had laid down their lives.

Yasin Malik who heads a banned faction named Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) is accused of being involved in the killing of four Indian Air Force (IAF) personnel - including Squadron Leader Ravi Khanna - in Kashmir, in 1990.

On January 25, 1990, four IAF personnel, including Squadron Leader Ravi Khanna, were killed in firing by JKLF terrorists.

The names of the other three personnel killed that day have already been included in the list of IAF soldiers killed in action but somehow his name was not included.

Malik was charge-sheeted by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) before the TADA court in Jammu on August 31, 1990, in connection with the case.

Malik, who has been arrested in a terror funding case by the National Investigative Agency (NIA) and currently lodged in Tihar Jail, would be produced in the special court through video conferencing on October 23.

Nirmal Khanna, the wife of Squadron Leader Khanna, has been fighting for justice for her late husband. She hailed the inclusion of her husband`s name in the National War Memorial.&nbsp;

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has engraved the name of Squadron Leader Ravi Khanna, who was killed in 1990 by separatist Yasin Malik-led Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF), on the National War Memorial in Delhi.

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has engraved the name of Squadron Leader Ravi Khanna, who was killed in 1990 by separatist Yasin Malik-led Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF), on the National War Memorial in Delhi. "The name of Sqn Ldr Khanna has been included on the National War Memorial after the Air Headquarters cleared the case in this regard," IAF sources said here. The decision was taken in the last week of September by the Indian Air Force. The names of personnel killed in action are provided by the respective services to the National War Memorial and they are then put up on the walls there along with the detail of action in which they had laid down their lives. Yasin Malik who heads a banned faction named Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) is accused of being involved in the killing of four Indian Air Force (IAF) personnel - including Squadron Leader Ravi Khanna - in Kashmir, in 1990. On January 25, 1990, four IAF personnel, including Squadron Leader Ravi Khanna, were killed in firing by JKLF terrorists. The names of the other three personnel killed that day have already been included in the list of IAF soldiers killed in action but somehow his name was not included. Malik was charge-sheeted by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) before the TADA court in Jammu on August 31, 1990, in connection with the case. Malik, who has been arrested in a terror funding case by the National Investigative Agency (NIA) and currently lodged in Tihar Jail, would be produced in the special court through video conferencing on October 23. Nirmal Khanna, the wife of Squadron Leader Khanna, has been fighting for justice for her late husband. She hailed the inclusion of her husband`s name in the National War Memorial.

IAF engraves name of Squadron Leader Ravi Khanna on National War Memorial

Two months after the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/political-leaders-from-kashmir-under-preventive-detention-to-be-released-soon-jk-administration-253517">government detained political leaders</a> from Jammu and Kashmir, a delegation of National Conference leaders on Saturday was allowed to meet the father-son duo Farooq Abdullah and Omar Abdullah.

The meeting is scheduled for Sunday and will take place in Srinagar.

"Today, we've got the confirmation that a delegation will be allowed to meet Farooq Abdullah and Omar Abdullah. A 15-member delegation of NC leaders, all of them former legislators, is going to Srinagar tomorrow morning, " National Conference leader Devender Rana said in Jammu.

"The delegation led by provincial president Devender Singh Rana and comprising of former party legislators will leave by Indigo flight from Jammu on October 6 in the morning," party spokesperson&nbsp;Madan Mantoo&nbsp;said.

The spokesperson informed that the government gave permission after a request was made by Rana to Governor Satya Pal Malik on Thursday.

Political leaders from Kashmir have been put under preventive detention following the abrogation of Article 370 which provided special status to the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir.

People's Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti and National Conference leader Farooq and Omar Abdullah were prominent leaders who were placed under preventive detention by the Jammu and Kashmir administration.

The government had on August 5 scrapped the provision of the article, which took away the special rights enjoyed by the people of Jammu and Kashmir and bifurcated the state into two Union Territories - Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. The UTs will come into being on October 31.

(With inputs from ANI)

Two months after the government detained political leaders from Jammu and Kashmir, a delegation of National Conference leaders on Saturday was allowed to meet the father-son duo Farooq Abdullah and Omar Abdullah.

Two months after the government detained political leaders from Jammu and Kashmir, a delegation of National Conference leaders on Saturday was allowed to meet the father-son duo Farooq Abdullah and Omar Abdullah. The meeting is scheduled for Sunday and will take place in Srinagar. "Today, we've got the confirmation that a delegation will be allowed to meet Farooq Abdullah and Omar Abdullah. A 15-member delegation of NC leaders, all of them former legislators, is going to Srinagar tomorrow morning, " National Conference leader Devender Rana said in Jammu. "The delegation led by provincial president Devender Singh Rana and comprising of former party legislators will leave by Indigo flight from Jammu on October 6 in the morning," party spokesperson Madan Mantoo said. The spokesperson informed that the government gave permission after a request was made by Rana to Governor Satya Pal Malik on Thursday. Political leaders from Kashmir have been put under preventive detention following the abrogation of Article 370 which provided special status to the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir. People's Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti and National Conference leader Farooq and Omar Abdullah were prominent leaders who were placed under preventive detention by the Jammu and Kashmir administration. The government had on August 5 scrapped the provision of the article, which took away the special rights enjoyed by the people of Jammu and Kashmir and bifurcated the state into two Union Territories - Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. The UTs will come into being on October 31. (With inputs from ANI)

National Conference delegation allowed to meet Farooq Abdullah, Omar Abdullah

A 15 member delegation of the National Conference on Sunday met with their party president Farooq Abdullah at his residence in Srinagar where he is currently under house arrest since abrogation of Article 370.

The delegation will meet his son, Omar Abdullah, separately, later in the day.

The meeting comes a day after the party was permitted by Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satya Pal Malik to meet the father-son duo.

Farooq, clad in a grey suit and signature headgear, looked hale and hearty. He flashed a victory sign as he stood with the visiting party leaders and wife Molly Abdullah for a photograph.

Speaking to ANI before entering the residence of the chief, party lawmaker Akbar Lone cleared the party`s stand on the abrogation of the region`s special status. "We have been cheated. We are trying to bring Article 370 back."

Another lawmaker, Hasnain Masoodi, who met Abdullah, echoed similar sentiments and sought "everything to be rolled back to what it was prior to August 5".

"We expect the central government to take cognizance of the constitutional issue. The constitution has been disregarded and assaulted," he said.

Masoodi said that everything is "meaningless" as Article 370, 35A and special status are the "primary importance" for the party.

"The bottom line is that whatever was done was unilateral and done without consulting the stakeholders," he added.

After the Central government decided to revoke the special constitutional status accorded to Jammu and Kashmir (J&amp;K) under Article 370, two months ago, the region was placed under a communications blockade and several mainstream political leaders, including the father-son duo and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti were put under house arrest.

A 15 member delegation of the National Conference on Sunday met with their party president Farooq Abdullah at his residence in Srinagar where he is currently under house arrest since abrogation of Article 370.

A 15 member delegation of the National Conference on Sunday met with their party president Farooq Abdullah at his residence in Srinagar where he is currently under house arrest since abrogation of Article 370. The delegation will meet his son, Omar Abdullah, separately, later in the day. The meeting comes a day after the party was permitted by Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satya Pal Malik to meet the father-son duo. Farooq, clad in a grey suit and signature headgear, looked hale and hearty. He flashed a victory sign as he stood with the visiting party leaders and wife Molly Abdullah for a photograph. Speaking to ANI before entering the residence of the chief, party lawmaker Akbar Lone cleared the party`s stand on the abrogation of the region`s special status. "We have been cheated. We are trying to bring Article 370 back." Another lawmaker, Hasnain Masoodi, who met Abdullah, echoed similar sentiments and sought "everything to be rolled back to what it was prior to August 5". "We expect the central government to take cognizance of the constitutional issue. The constitution has been disregarded and assaulted," he said. Masoodi said that everything is "meaningless" as Article 370, 35A and special status are the "primary importance" for the party. "The bottom line is that whatever was done was unilateral and done without consulting the stakeholders," he added. After the Central government decided to revoke the special constitutional status accorded to Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) under Article 370, two months ago, the region was placed under a communications blockade and several mainstream political leaders, including the father-son duo and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti were put under house arrest.

National Conference delegation meets Farooq Abdullah in Srinagar, clarifies stand on Article 370

Jammu Divisional Commissioner, Sanjeev Verma on Saturday directed the Deputy Commissioners of border districts to expedite the pace of work on the construction of border bunkers to ensure their timely completion.

He issued the directions during a meeting convened to review the progress on construction of bunkers along international border and LoC in Jammu districts.

The Deputy Commissioners apprised the Divisional Commissioner about the progress of works on under construction individual and community bunkers in their respective districts.

It was informed that 1063 community and individual bunkers have been completed in district Samba, 869 in district Jammu, 1039 in district Kathua, 1238 in district Rajouri and 4431 in district Poonch, while work on the remaining bunkers is under process.

Meanwhile, the Divisional Commissioner also took stock of supply of construction material including cement and steel.

DC's informed that sufficient material is available and supply is regular.

Verma also directed the DCs for regular monitoring the construction of bunkers. He further directed to set weekly/monthly targets and expedite the pace of work for the completion of individual and community bunkers at the earliest.&nbsp;

Jammu Divisional Commissioner, Sanjeev Verma on Saturday directed the Deputy Commissioners of border districts to expedite the pace of work on the construction of border bunkers to ensure their timely completion.

Jammu Divisional Commissioner, Sanjeev Verma on Saturday directed the Deputy Commissioners of border districts to expedite the pace of work on the construction of border bunkers to ensure their timely completion. He issued the directions during a meeting convened to review the progress on construction of bunkers along international border and LoC in Jammu districts. The Deputy Commissioners apprised the Divisional Commissioner about the progress of works on under construction individual and community bunkers in their respective districts. It was informed that 1063 community and individual bunkers have been completed in district Samba, 869 in district Jammu, 1039 in district Kathua, 1238 in district Rajouri and 4431 in district Poonch, while work on the remaining bunkers is under process. Meanwhile, the Divisional Commissioner also took stock of supply of construction material including cement and steel. DC's informed that sufficient material is available and supply is regular. Verma also directed the DCs for regular monitoring the construction of bunkers. He further directed to set weekly/monthly targets and expedite the pace of work for the completion of individual and community bunkers at the earliest.

Jammu and Kashmir: District Deputy Commissioners to expedite bunker construction in border areas

A 15-member National Conference (NC) delegation on Saturday met party President Farooq Abdullah in Srinagar.

Farooq and his son Omar Abdullah are under preventive detention following the abrogation of Article 370 on August 5.

The security has been beefed around the venue. The delegation was allowed by the Jammu and Kashmir administration to meet the father-son duo yesterday.

After the Central government decided to revoke the special constitutional status accorded to Jammu and Kashmir (J&amp;K) under Article 370, two months ago, the region was placed under a communications blockade and several mainstream political leaders, including the father-son duo and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti were put under house arrest.

 
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A 15-member National Conference (NC) delegation on Saturday met party President Farooq Abdullah in Srinagar. Farooq and his son Omar Abdullah are under preventive detention following the abrogation of Article 370 on August 5.

A 15-member National Conference (NC) delegation on Saturday met party President Farooq Abdullah in Srinagar. Farooq and his son Omar Abdullah are under preventive detention following the abrogation of Article 370 on August 5. The security has been beefed around the venue. The delegation was allowed by the Jammu and Kashmir administration to meet the father-son duo yesterday. After the Central government decided to revoke the special constitutional status accorded to Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) under Article 370, two months ago, the region was placed under a communications blockade and several mainstream political leaders, including the father-son duo and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti were put under house arrest.

Jammu and Kashmir: National Conference delegation meets Farooq Abdullah

A grenade attack took place in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district on Saturday.&nbsp;

Jammu and Kashmir Police tweeted out about the attack stating that at least 10 people have been injured including a reporter and a traffic policeman, although the injuries are not severe.

"Update. 10 persons including a traffic policeman and a journalist injured. Only minor injuries reported so far. Follow up action initiated. Police on job to identity &amp; nab the culprit," the tweet read.&nbsp;

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According to reports, the attack was carried out at the Deputy Commissioner's office. More details are awaited.&nbsp;

The attack comes right after an intel input warned of a possible terror strike in the national capital ahead of the festive season.&nbsp;

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Sources also added that the input specifically mentioned a possible security threat to the national capital and Kashmir, news agency ANI reported on Thursday.&nbsp;

A grenade attack took place in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district on Saturday. Jammu and Kashmir Police tweeted out about the attack stating that at least 10 people have been injured including a reporter and a traffic policeman, although the injuries are not severe.

A grenade attack took place in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district on Saturday. Jammu and Kashmir Police tweeted out about the attack stating that at least 10 people have been injured including a reporter and a traffic policeman, although the injuries are not severe. "Update. 10 persons including a traffic policeman and a journalist injured. Only minor injuries reported so far. Follow up action initiated. Police on job to identity & nab the culprit," the tweet read. Update. 10 persons including a traffic policeman and a journalist injured.Only minor injuries reported so far.Follow up action initiated. Police on job to identity & nab the culprit.@KashmirPolice @diprjk @ZPHQJammu @PIBHomeAffairs https://t.co/m7ANlQA8uV — J&K Police (@JmuKmrPolice) October 5, 2019 × According to reports, the attack was carried out at the Deputy Commissioner's office. More details are awaited. The attack comes right after an intel input warned of a possible terror strike in the national capital ahead of the festive season. Jammu & Kashmir: Grenade attack outside deputy commissioner's office in Anantnag; more details awaited https://t.co/Oznku8Qw6C — ANI (@ANI) October 5, 2019 × Sources also added that the input specifically mentioned a possible security threat to the national capital and Kashmir, news agency ANI reported on Thursday.

Jammu and Kashmir: Terrorists lob grenade outside Deputy Commissioner's office in Anantnag

Following a grenade attack which led to as many as 10 people sustaining injuries here on Saturday, senior police officials have said that it was an attempt by terrorists to induce fear in the minds of people.

Speaking about the attack, AK Goyal, DIG South Kashmir said, "Terrorists lobbed a grenade at around 10:30 am today, in Lal Chowk area of Anantnag. Ten persons were injured and one of them is a traffic police constable."

He also said that terrorists want to create an atmosphere of fear through these attacks.

"People were busy in their work when this attack took place. This was done with an objective to spread fear and terror among people," he said.

Earlier in the day, the terrorists had lobbed grenade outside Deputy Commissioner`s office in Anantnag.&nbsp; 
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Following a grenade attack which led to as many as 10 people sustaining injuries here on Saturday, senior police officials have said that it was an attempt by terrorists to induce fear in the minds of people.

Following a grenade attack which led to as many as 10 people sustaining injuries here on Saturday, senior police officials have said that it was an attempt by terrorists to induce fear in the minds of people. Speaking about the attack, AK Goyal, DIG South Kashmir said, "Terrorists lobbed a grenade at around 10:30 am today, in Lal Chowk area of Anantnag. Ten persons were injured and one of them is a traffic police constable." He also said that terrorists want to create an atmosphere of fear through these attacks. "People were busy in their work when this attack took place. This was done with an objective to spread fear and terror among people," he said. Earlier in the day, the terrorists had lobbed grenade outside Deputy Commissioner`s office in Anantnag.

J&K: Terrorists wanted to spread fear among people, says DIG on grenade attack

Keeping up with the country's trend of making spelling errors while attacking India on Twitter, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistans-economic-crisis-army-chief-bajwa-meets-business-leaders-is-imran-khan-isolated-in-pakistan-253611">Pakistan Army</a> spokesperson Asif Ghafoor on Wednesday called Kashmir the jugular "vain" of Pakistan, inviting trolls.

Ghafoor was quoting a statement by Pakistan Army Chief Qamar Javed Bajwa which reiterated that the country is fully "configured, prepared, and determined" to defend the "honour, dignity, and territorial integrity of motherland at all cost. Kashmir is jugular vain of Pakistan and no compromise shall be made which denies right of self-determination to our brave Kashmiri brethren."

"The last time I had corrected your Latin. This time please allow me to correct your English. It's - jugular vein - and not "vain", wrote a user.

"You are trying in "vain", another user wrote."change Vain to Vein, otherwise all in Vain," wrote a third user.&nbsp;

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Earlier, Pakistan's Science and Technology Minister Fawad Chaudhary became the centre of all trolls when he spelt the very word satellite incorrect while trying to troll India after <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/chandrayaan-2-orbiter-doing-very-well-no-communication-with-vikram-lander-isro-chief-sivan-250935">ISRO lost communication</a> with its lander Vikram.

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Keeping up with the country's trend of making spelling errors while attacking India on Twitter, Pakistan Army spokesperson Asif Ghafoor on Wednesday called Kashmir the jugular "vain" of Pakistan, inviting trolls.

Keeping up with the country's trend of making spelling errors while attacking India on Twitter, Pakistan Army spokesperson Asif Ghafoor on Wednesday called Kashmir the jugular "vain" of Pakistan, inviting trolls. Ghafoor was quoting a statement by Pakistan Army Chief Qamar Javed Bajwa which reiterated that the country is fully "configured, prepared, and determined" to defend the "honour, dignity, and territorial integrity of motherland at all cost. Kashmir is jugular vain of Pakistan and no compromise shall be made which denies right of self-determination to our brave Kashmiri brethren." "The last time I had corrected your Latin. This time please allow me to correct your English. It's - jugular vein - and not "vain", wrote a user. "You are trying in "vain", another user wrote."change Vain to Vein, otherwise all in Vain," wrote a third user. Watch: Pakistan Army spokesperson Asif Ghafoor trolled for calling Kashmir country's jugular 'vain' × Earlier, Pakistan's Science and Technology Minister Fawad Chaudhary became the centre of all trolls when he spelt the very word satellite incorrect while trying to troll India after ISRO lost communication with its lander Vikram.

Pakistan army spokesperson trolled for calling Kashmir country's jugular 'vain'

On August 5, when the Centre decided to abrogate article 370, which gave Jammu and Kashmir special status, the first move was to shut down communication and the internet, to avoid any gatherings and rumours. The announcement was made mid-night with strict restrictions in every district of Kashmir valley.&nbsp;

With time, thousands of landline phones were restored but mobile internet continues to remain shut. This has not only affected common man but also lovers in the valley, who are now spending times on the banks of Dal Lake and Jhelum river.&nbsp;

Most of them are having a hard time meeting and communicating. Restaurants, which are the hot favourites of couples are also shut since the abrogation of special status.&nbsp;

On the foothill of the Himalayan mountain range and along the banks of Dal lake, dozens of couples sit and talk while trying to avoid a gaze with the onlookers. Kashmir is a conservative society and if you are spotted meeting your lover, the backlash is inevitable.

"It's hard to fix a meeting without the mobile or internet. I am waiting for my girlfriend for 30 minutes since I last communicated to her using a telephone booth. Her dad received the call first, then I had to call again after few hours, luckily, she picked it up and we fixed the meeting spot and location," says a young man, who doesn't wish to be identified. He also said that he was seeing the girl after 60 days.

Kashmiri men in their 40's are having a flashback of the times when there would be no mobile phones and speaking to one's girlfriend from kiosks was a hard task. Mobile phone services came to Kashmir in around 2002 when Mufti Sayeed became the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir. Mufti first made a phone call to then Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee from Civil Secretariat in Srinagar, setting the phones buzzing.&nbsp;

"My wife is in Delhi and yesterday she tried to contact me when I was at work, but couldn't. Later, she made a phone call to me over landline at home and it was just nostalgic," says Farooq Ahmad, a resident of Lal Bazaar area of Srinagar.&nbsp; 
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Dotted with leaves of autumn Chinar and one of the most prestigious addresses in Srinagar is the Bund; it is located near the city centre. The address was one of the star attractions for the foreign tourists beginning from the British era when beautifully craved houseboats in Jhelum river would evoke romance and mystique. The Bund is no longer filled with crowds, so the couples are dotting the area, without any fear.&nbsp;

"I told my parents that I need to collect an assignment from a friend but came to meet my boyfriend here. We fix meeting day and time in advance when we meet," said a girl in her 20's.&nbsp;

People in Kashmir are hopeful that the government will soon restore the mobile phones as the situation gets back to normal.

On August 5, when the Centre decided to abrogate article 370, which gave Jammu and Kashmir special status, the first move was to shut down communication and the internet, to avoid any gatherings and rumours.

On August 5, when the Centre decided to abrogate article 370, which gave Jammu and Kashmir special status, the first move was to shut down communication and the internet, to avoid any gatherings and rumours. The announcement was made mid-night with strict restrictions in every district of Kashmir valley. With time, thousands of landline phones were restored but mobile internet continues to remain shut. This has not only affected common man but also lovers in the valley, who are now spending times on the banks of Dal Lake and Jhelum river. Most of them are having a hard time meeting and communicating. Restaurants, which are the hot favourites of couples are also shut since the abrogation of special status. On the foothill of the Himalayan mountain range and along the banks of Dal lake, dozens of couples sit and talk while trying to avoid a gaze with the onlookers. Kashmir is a conservative society and if you are spotted meeting your lover, the backlash is inevitable. "It's hard to fix a meeting without the mobile or internet. I am waiting for my girlfriend for 30 minutes since I last communicated to her using a telephone booth. Her dad received the call first, then I had to call again after few hours, luckily, she picked it up and we fixed the meeting spot and location," says a young man, who doesn't wish to be identified. He also said that he was seeing the girl after 60 days. Kashmiri men in their 40's are having a flashback of the times when there would be no mobile phones and speaking to one's girlfriend from kiosks was a hard task. Mobile phone services came to Kashmir in around 2002 when Mufti Sayeed became the Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir. Mufti first made a phone call to then Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee from Civil Secretariat in Srinagar, setting the phones buzzing. "My wife is in Delhi and yesterday she tried to contact me when I was at work, but couldn't. Later, she made a phone call to me over landline at home and it was just nostalgic," says Farooq Ahmad, a resident of Lal Bazaar area of Srinagar. Dotted with leaves of autumn Chinar and one of the most prestigious addresses in Srinagar is the Bund; it is located near the city centre. The address was one of the star attractions for the foreign tourists beginning from the British era when beautifully craved houseboats in Jhelum river would evoke romance and mystique. The Bund is no longer filled with crowds, so the couples are dotting the area, without any fear. "I told my parents that I need to collect an assignment from a friend but came to meet my boyfriend here. We fix meeting day and time in advance when we meet," said a girl in her 20's. People in Kashmir are hopeful that the government will soon restore the mobile phones as the situation gets back to normal.

Kashmir: Love in the times of mobile and internet shutdown

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday flagged off the inaugural run of Vande Bharat Express (Train 18) between New Delhi and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/shun-single-use-plastic-carry-own-bags-to-market-says-amit-shah-253235/amp">Shah</a> was accompanied by Union Ministers Piyush Goyal, Harsh Vardhan, Jitendra Singh, and officials from the Indian Railways at the New Delhi junction for the flagging off event.

Thanking the Indian Railways for the on-time completion of the project, Shah said, "I want to thank the Indian Railways from the core of my heart for giving this gift to Jammu and Kashmir in the auspicious occasion of Navratri. I am proud that this made in India train is being flagged-off from here today. The railways are working towards achieving its targets keeping in mind the principles of speed, scale, and service."

He added that the project will serve as a medium for the development of the region by boosting religious tourism.

"For the development of Jammu and Kashmir religious tourism will play a big part, there cannot be any village in India where people do not want to go to Mata Vaishno Devi temple," he said.

Earlier on Tuesday, the Railways said that the train will start its commercial run between New Delhi and Katra on October 5.

The train will ply throughout the week except for Tuesday.

It will comprise of two Executive AC Chair Car and 12 Chair Car coaches, with stops at Ambala Cantt, Ludhiana, and Jammu Tawi railway stations.

The train journey between New Delhi to Sri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra will cost Rs 1,630 in Chair Car coaches and Rs 3,015 in Executive AC Chair Car coaches. 
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday flagged off the inaugural run of Vande Bharat Express (Train 18) between New Delhi and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra. Shah was accompanied by Union Ministers Piyush Goyal, Harsh Vardhan, Jitendra Singh, and officials from the Indian Railways at the New Delhi junction for the flagging off event.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday flagged off the inaugural run of Vande Bharat Express (Train 18) between New Delhi and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra. Shah was accompanied by Union Ministers Piyush Goyal, Harsh Vardhan, Jitendra Singh, and officials from the Indian Railways at the New Delhi junction for the flagging off event. Thanking the Indian Railways for the on-time completion of the project, Shah said, "I want to thank the Indian Railways from the core of my heart for giving this gift to Jammu and Kashmir in the auspicious occasion of Navratri. I am proud that this made in India train is being flagged-off from here today. The railways are working towards achieving its targets keeping in mind the principles of speed, scale, and service." He added that the project will serve as a medium for the development of the region by boosting religious tourism. "For the development of Jammu and Kashmir religious tourism will play a big part, there cannot be any village in India where people do not want to go to Mata Vaishno Devi temple," he said. Earlier on Tuesday, the Railways said that the train will start its commercial run between New Delhi and Katra on October 5. The train will ply throughout the week except for Tuesday. It will comprise of two Executive AC Chair Car and 12 Chair Car coaches, with stops at Ambala Cantt, Ludhiana, and Jammu Tawi railway stations. The train journey between New Delhi to Sri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra will cost Rs 1,630 in Chair Car coaches and Rs 3,015 in Executive AC Chair Car coaches.

Amit Shah flags off Vande-Bharat Express between New Delhi-Katra

The most trusted institution, the most powerful institution in pakistan is its army. In fact, political succession does not happen through democratic processes along in Pakistan.

Since 1947, Pakistan has spent the bulk of its existence under army rule.

Despite that dodgy tradition, when the business community goes to Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa&nbsp;for ideas instead of the elected prime minister, it gives rise to some serious questions.

Is Pakistan a country with an army? Or is Pakistan an army with a country?

On WION Edit, we will specifically explore these questions in the context of the economy. When Imran Khan came to power, he came on two tall promises.

1, Rooting out corruption 
2, Ushering in an era of economic growth

It is safe to say that the Pakistan Prime Minister has failed on both counts in a spectacular fashion. But still, can General Bajwa revive the economy?

Here, we have to understand the political dynamics in Pakistan.

Pakistan's army runs the country's economy. The Fauji Foundation is the second-largest conglomerate in Pakistan. It controls everything from the food sector to energy. And guess who runs it - the army

Decades of army rule have eroded democratic institutions in Islamabad. Besides General Bajwa always held more power than Imran khan.

Imran Khan calls himself the ambassador of Kashmir. In truth, he is just a spokesperson of the Pakistani army.

So would things change now, given that General Bajwa looks set to take economic decisions?

The straight-forward answer is 'no', not a chance.

Pakistan's economic troubles run deep and are structural. Right now, Pakistan is running on external money and debt is soaring.

And Imran Khan has no clue, no say, and general Bajwa will continue to protect the army's interests. Already, he has linked the economy with national security.

Unless Pakistan gets a semblance of democracy, the welfare measures will not reach the common man. With a more prominent role for General Bajwa, Pakistan's sham-democracy is unlikely to deliver growth.

Unless public investment and private investment picks up, unless wealth creation is prioritised, Pakistan's economic problems will continue.

And when you are an army with a country, the country will be forced to serve the needs of the army and not vice versa. 
 
(Disclaimer: WION Edit is the channel's take on the big events of the world)

The most trusted institution, the most powerful institution in pakistan is its army. In fact, political succession does not happen through democratic processes along in Pakistan.

The most trusted institution, the most powerful institution in pakistan is its army. In fact, political succession does not happen through democratic processes along in Pakistan. Since 1947, Pakistan has spent the bulk of its existence under army rule. Despite that dodgy tradition, when the business community goes to Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa for ideas instead of the elected prime minister, it gives rise to some serious questions. Is Pakistan a country with an army? Or is Pakistan an army with a country? On WION Edit, we will specifically explore these questions in the context of the economy. When Imran Khan came to power, he came on two tall promises. 1, Rooting out corruption 2, Ushering in an era of economic growth It is safe to say that the Pakistan Prime Minister has failed on both counts in a spectacular fashion. But still, can General Bajwa revive the economy? Here, we have to understand the political dynamics in Pakistan. Pakistan's army runs the country's economy. The Fauji Foundation is the second-largest conglomerate in Pakistan. It controls everything from the food sector to energy. And guess who runs it - the army Decades of army rule have eroded democratic institutions in Islamabad. Besides General Bajwa always held more power than Imran khan. Imran Khan calls himself the ambassador of Kashmir. In truth, he is just a spokesperson of the Pakistani army. So would things change now, given that General Bajwa looks set to take economic decisions? The straight-forward answer is 'no', not a chance. Pakistan's economic troubles run deep and are structural. Right now, Pakistan is running on external money and debt is soaring. And Imran Khan has no clue, no say, and general Bajwa will continue to protect the army's interests. Already, he has linked the economy with national security. Unless Pakistan gets a semblance of democracy, the welfare measures will not reach the common man. With a more prominent role for General Bajwa, Pakistan's sham-democracy is unlikely to deliver growth. Unless public investment and private investment picks up, unless wealth creation is prioritised, Pakistan's economic problems will continue. And when you are an army with a country, the country will be forced to serve the needs of the army and not vice versa. (Disclaimer: WION Edit is the channel's take on the big events of the world)

WION Edit: General in his labyrinth

Political leaders from Kashmir who were <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/article-370-omar-abdullah-mehbooba-mufti-detained-after-special-status-to-jammu-and-kashmir-is-revoked-240931">under preventive detention</a> following the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/article-370-scrapped-what-will-change-in-jammu-and-kashmir-now-240934">abrogation of Article 370</a> will be released soon, Jammu and Kashmir administration said on Thursday.

"Yes, one by one after analysis of every individual, they (leaders) will be released," Farooq Khan, advisor to Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satyapal Malik told reporters.

The leaders from Jammu and Kashmir political parties were placed under detention following the abrogation of Article 370 by the Centre on August 5.

On being asked about the increased activity of the police and security personnel in Jammu and Kashmir, Khan said that it was not due to any special kind of terrorist threat but was more of a preventive measure.

"The administration has taken preventive measures by increasing its activity in the region. All forces including police, Army, BSF are on alert and will continue to give fitting reply to the terrorists," he said.

Upon being asked about the incessant ceasefire violations from across the border by Pakistan, Khan said, "Pakistan was taught a lesson before in the past too and if the need arises it will be taught a lesson again in the coming days."

People's Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti and National Conference leader Farooq and Omar Abdullah were prominent leaders who were placed under preventive detention by the Jammu and Kashmir administration.

The government had on August 5 scrapped the provision of the article, which took away the special rights enjoyed by the people of Jammu and Kashmir and bifurcated the state into two Union Territories - Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. The UTs will come into being on October 31.

Political leaders from Kashmir who were under preventive detention following the abrogation of Article 370 will be released soon, Jammu and Kashmir administration said on Thursday.

Political leaders from Kashmir who were under preventive detention following the abrogation of Article 370 will be released soon, Jammu and Kashmir administration said on Thursday. "Yes, one by one after analysis of every individual, they (leaders) will be released," Farooq Khan, advisor to Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satyapal Malik told reporters. The leaders from Jammu and Kashmir political parties were placed under detention following the abrogation of Article 370 by the Centre on August 5. On being asked about the increased activity of the police and security personnel in Jammu and Kashmir, Khan said that it was not due to any special kind of terrorist threat but was more of a preventive measure. "The administration has taken preventive measures by increasing its activity in the region. All forces including police, Army, BSF are on alert and will continue to give fitting reply to the terrorists," he said. Upon being asked about the incessant ceasefire violations from across the border by Pakistan, Khan said, "Pakistan was taught a lesson before in the past too and if the need arises it will be taught a lesson again in the coming days." People's Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti and National Conference leader Farooq and Omar Abdullah were prominent leaders who were placed under preventive detention by the Jammu and Kashmir administration. The government had on August 5 scrapped the provision of the article, which took away the special rights enjoyed by the people of Jammu and Kashmir and bifurcated the state into two Union Territories - Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. The UTs will come into being on October 31.

Political leaders from Kashmir under preventive detention to be released soon: J&K administration

A suspected Pakistani intruder was apprehended by the Border Security Force (BSF) from Akhnoor sector along the International Border (IB) area last night while he was trying to sneak in into the Indian side.

The BSF personnel patrolling the border area caught the suspect red-handed. "He was caught when he was trying to sneak in into the Indian side," BSF sources said.

After initial questioning, the BSF handed over the suspect to the local police.

The suspect is now detained by Jammu and Kashmir Police, although no case has been registered yet against him.

"It seems that he (suspected intruder) is from the Pakistan side. We are questioning him, the suspect is not revealing his identity properly," sources in the Jammu and Kashmir Police said.

In recent days, there has been a massive push from the Pakistan side to send intruders into India to disturb law and order situation in Kashmir Valley.&nbsp;

A suspected Pakistani intruder was apprehended by the Border Security Force (BSF) from Akhnoor sector along the International Border (IB) area last night while he was trying to sneak in into the Indian side.

A suspected Pakistani intruder was apprehended by the Border Security Force (BSF) from Akhnoor sector along the International Border (IB) area last night while he was trying to sneak in into the Indian side. The BSF personnel patrolling the border area caught the suspect red-handed. "He was caught when he was trying to sneak in into the Indian side," BSF sources said. After initial questioning, the BSF handed over the suspect to the local police. The suspect is now detained by Jammu and Kashmir Police, although no case has been registered yet against him. "It seems that he (suspected intruder) is from the Pakistan side. We are questioning him, the suspect is not revealing his identity properly," sources in the Jammu and Kashmir Police said. In recent days, there has been a massive push from the Pakistan side to send intruders into India to disturb law and order situation in Kashmir Valley.

J&K: Suspected Pakistani intruder apprehended by BSF

Numerous WhatsApp messaging centres, groups in Pakistan are spreading authentic-looking misinformation on Kashmir but we must only forward what is authentic and factual, said former Army Lt General Arun Kumar Sahni.

Sahni was speaking while addressing a gathering of engineering college students at a cybersecurity awareness campaign in Chennai. “As our agencies continuously block these groups and pages, others crop up to spread this fake propaganda”, he said.&nbsp;

Addressing over 1,400 students of the Sairam Engineering College, the former commander-in-chief of Indian Army said, "in the coming time, cyber warriors will be the people in academia, corporate world and not those who are in uniform".&nbsp;

"We live in a cyber era where a phishing attack can succeed in less than 4 minutes and 85 per cent of the breaches happen due to ten well-known vulnerabilities. In perception battles that are fought today, public opinion can be shaped without physical contact between forces,” Sahni said.

He highlighted the fact that it could take up to 100 days for developed countries to detect a system breach whereas it would take developing countries over a year for the same. Sahni emphasized on the need for the government to formulate more specific rules, regulation and legal provisions for the cyber domain. “We must be careful of the footprints we leave behind and ensure that they are not used against us,” he told students.&nbsp;

Speaking at the event, cyber-security expert Rakshit Tandon cited the importance of Sections 66, 67 of the IT Act and urged the students to understand what constitutes cybercrime.&nbsp;

“In the year 2016, over 5,000 people were arrested for cybercrime of which 3,000 were college students and 98 were school children. Child pornography, hacking, online trafficking, online financial frauds, among others include cyber offences that are punishable in India,” Tandon said.&nbsp;

He cited a recent case wherein a woman was duped, 1.5 lakh Rs siphoned off her bank account within minutes after she called a number that appeared to be of Google Pay customer service. “She was instructed by the criminal to install the Anydesk application for better assistance. Then the hacker activated the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and transferred all the money in less than 30 seconds. Apps such as Anydesk and Teamviewer can be used by hackers to take control of the computers or phones of unassuming users. These days hackers target phones due to the allure of digital wallets, they can also read our SMS by taking control of applications that have permission to read messages,” Tandon shared.

Cybersecurity author Nipun Jaswal demonstrated how a micro-controller placed in a USB fan or an interface device can be used as a keyboard to hack a computer, irrespective of its operating system. “There is a perception that a particular brand and their operating system is more secure but using certain methods it takes only a few seconds to break into a system, with or without anti-virus software. There are only two kinds of people - the ones who know they are hacked and the ones who don’t know they are hacked,” Jaswal noted.&nbsp;

The speakers also briefed the students on precautions such as two-factor authentication, regulating the permissions for all applications, use of Yubikey et cetera. They also informed the students about government platforms such as Cyberdost, cybercrime.gov where one could get tips to stay safer in the online world and post complaints whenever the need arises.

Numerous WhatsApp messaging centres, groups in Pakistan are spreading authentic-looking misinformation on Kashmir but we must only forward what is authentic and factual, said former Army Lt General Arun Kumar Sahni.

Numerous WhatsApp messaging centres, groups in Pakistan are spreading authentic-looking misinformation on Kashmir but we must only forward what is authentic and factual, said former Army Lt General Arun Kumar Sahni. Sahni was speaking while addressing a gathering of engineering college students at a cybersecurity awareness campaign in Chennai. “As our agencies continuously block these groups and pages, others crop up to spread this fake propaganda”, he said. Addressing over 1,400 students of the Sairam Engineering College, the former commander-in-chief of Indian Army said, "in the coming time, cyber warriors will be the people in academia, corporate world and not those who are in uniform". "We live in a cyber era where a phishing attack can succeed in less than 4 minutes and 85 per cent of the breaches happen due to ten well-known vulnerabilities. In perception battles that are fought today, public opinion can be shaped without physical contact between forces,” Sahni said. He highlighted the fact that it could take up to 100 days for developed countries to detect a system breach whereas it would take developing countries over a year for the same. Sahni emphasized on the need for the government to formulate more specific rules, regulation and legal provisions for the cyber domain. “We must be careful of the footprints we leave behind and ensure that they are not used against us,” he told students. Speaking at the event, cyber-security expert Rakshit Tandon cited the importance of Sections 66, 67 of the IT Act and urged the students to understand what constitutes cybercrime. “In the year 2016, over 5,000 people were arrested for cybercrime of which 3,000 were college students and 98 were school children. Child pornography, hacking, online trafficking, online financial frauds, among others include cyber offences that are punishable in India,” Tandon said. He cited a recent case wherein a woman was duped, 1.5 lakh Rs siphoned off her bank account within minutes after she called a number that appeared to be of Google Pay customer service. “She was instructed by the criminal to install the Anydesk application for better assistance. Then the hacker activated the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and transferred all the money in less than 30 seconds. Apps such as Anydesk and Teamviewer can be used by hackers to take control of the computers or phones of unassuming users. These days hackers target phones due to the allure of digital wallets, they can also read our SMS by taking control of applications that have permission to read messages,” Tandon shared. Cybersecurity author Nipun Jaswal demonstrated how a micro-controller placed in a USB fan or an interface device can be used as a keyboard to hack a computer, irrespective of its operating system. “There is a perception that a particular brand and their operating system is more secure but using certain methods it takes only a few seconds to break into a system, with or without anti-virus software. There are only two kinds of people - the ones who know they are hacked and the ones who don’t know they are hacked,” Jaswal noted. The speakers also briefed the students on precautions such as two-factor authentication, regulating the permissions for all applications, use of Yubikey et cetera. They also informed the students about government platforms such as Cyberdost, cybercrime.gov where one could get tips to stay safer in the online world and post complaints whenever the need arises.

Numerous WhatsApp messaging centres in Pakistan spreading lies on Kashmir: Former Army Lt General AK Sahni

Some 130 kilometres from Srinagar and into deep forests is a village which has been facing the brunt of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pakistan-summons-indian-envoy-following-ceasefire-violation-along-line-of-control-253275">ceasefire violations</a> by the Pakistan army along the Line of Control in Kashmir.&nbsp;

Jabda Batad is the last village, just 800 meters from the fence, in Uri district of Baramulla in north Kashmir. Here, the lull is broken by the loud noise of gunfire and mortar shells which have been landing in the adjoining villages, injuring and killing the residents.

After the abrogation of Article 370 by the central government on August 5, the villagers say, the shelling has only intensified. "We have been facing fire since years now, sometimes, we lose our family members, at times, houses and the cattle," says Alam Din, a resident.

Alam's house was partially damaged after a 120mm mortar landed on the tin roof, shattering it to pieces. Luckily, the shell didn't breach the roof under which his children and wife were sitting. "We don't have any bunkers here and that has been our demand for long. Just some months back, a man who worked with the security forces was killed when he had come home on holidays," he adds while pointing at the house.

The villagers here have many stories to tell, of pain and miseries caused by the ceasefire violation. The unexplored shells are lying in open fields and villagers fear to go close. Parts of those which have exploded are collected by the kids.

Dodu is old now, he lost one of his legs after he was hit by a bullet fired by Pak forces in 2003 before ceasefire agreement came into force the same year. He says his right was amputated as the injury was serious. “This time, the shelling and the firing were intense. On September 9, we witnessed heavy firing with mortar shells landing everywhere. We ran for our lives.” he says adding that it was a war-like situation.&nbsp;

“Our kids are suffering the most, the situation is unpredictable. Anytime, the fire can come,” he adds while walking through difficult terrain. With time, Dodu has learnt to walk with his one leg.

The Indian Army here has maintained a tight vigil to thwart any attempts of infiltration by the terrorists who are waiting on terror launch pads across the fence. Strong counter-insurgency measures have been put in place with the Army on high alert.

The village Sarpanch says that they have been demanding underground bunkers for years but the administration is yet to construct one. The lack of bunkers is threatening the lives in and around the LoC in Uri sector.&nbsp;

“We can’t even run as this is a mountainous area and mostly Pakistan opens fire at night which doubles our difficulties, we want the administration to construct bunkers for us,” he said.

Some 130 kilometres from Srinagar and into deep forests is a village which has been facing the brunt of ceasefire violations by the Pakistan army along the Line of Control in Kashmir.

Some 130 kilometres from Srinagar and into deep forests is a village which has been facing the brunt of ceasefire violations by the Pakistan army along the Line of Control in Kashmir. Jabda Batad is the last village, just 800 meters from the fence, in Uri district of Baramulla in north Kashmir. Here, the lull is broken by the loud noise of gunfire and mortar shells which have been landing in the adjoining villages, injuring and killing the residents. After the abrogation of Article 370 by the central government on August 5, the villagers say, the shelling has only intensified. "We have been facing fire since years now, sometimes, we lose our family members, at times, houses and the cattle," says Alam Din, a resident. Alam's house was partially damaged after a 120mm mortar landed on the tin roof, shattering it to pieces. Luckily, the shell didn't breach the roof under which his children and wife were sitting. "We don't have any bunkers here and that has been our demand for long. Just some months back, a man who worked with the security forces was killed when he had come home on holidays," he adds while pointing at the house. The villagers here have many stories to tell, of pain and miseries caused by the ceasefire violation. The unexplored shells are lying in open fields and villagers fear to go close. Parts of those which have exploded are collected by the kids. Dodu is old now, he lost one of his legs after he was hit by a bullet fired by Pak forces in 2003 before ceasefire agreement came into force the same year. He says his right was amputated as the injury was serious. “This time, the shelling and the firing were intense. On September 9, we witnessed heavy firing with mortar shells landing everywhere. We ran for our lives.” he says adding that it was a war-like situation. “Our kids are suffering the most, the situation is unpredictable. Anytime, the fire can come,” he adds while walking through difficult terrain. With time, Dodu has learnt to walk with his one leg. The Indian Army here has maintained a tight vigil to thwart any attempts of infiltration by the terrorists who are waiting on terror launch pads across the fence. Strong counter-insurgency measures have been put in place with the Army on high alert. The village Sarpanch says that they have been demanding underground bunkers for years but the administration is yet to construct one. The lack of bunkers is threatening the lives in and around the LoC in Uri sector. “We can’t even run as this is a mountainous area and mostly Pakistan opens fire at night which doubles our difficulties, we want the administration to construct bunkers for us,” he said.

Jammu and Kashmir: Villagers in Uri face heat of ceasefire violations

Saudi Arabia has told India that it understands "India's approach and actions in Jammu and Kashmir".

The Saudi stance on the issue was conveyed to India in a two-hour meeting between National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman in Riyadh on Wednesday, sources told ANI.

Highly placed sources said a wide range of issues were discussed on various aspects of bilateral relations in the meeting between Doval and the Saudi crown prince.

"The issue of Jammu and Kashmir also figured in the discussion which Saudi crown Prince expressed understanding about India's approach and actions in Jammu and Kashmir," they said.

India abrogated Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir on August 5 and bifurcated the state into two new Union Territories- Jammu-Kashmir and Ladakh. Riyadh's remarks come despite Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan visit to Saudi Arabia to seek support.

The important visit of Doval to Saudi Arabia highlights the regular and ongoing close consultations at highest levels between the two sides on issues of mutual importance, the sources said.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and NSA Ajit Doval have developed close ties with the Saudi leadership over the last five years, which have also been credited for the closer security and intelligence cooperation between two countries.

Sources said the visit will further strengthen the deep bond between the two countries and help identify specific areas of cooperation at a time when Saudi Arabia is looking to diversify its economy in line with the crown prince's vision 2030.

Saudi has announced that it will make investments worth nearly $100 billion in India. NSA also had a meeting with his Saudi counterpart Musaid Al Alban, who chairs the Council of Political and Security Affairs of Saudi Arabia.

He is also Chairman of National Cyber Security Authority."They both discussed issues of national and regional security. Both sides highlighted the importance of close security ties," the sources said.&nbsp; 
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Saudi Arabia has told India that it understands "India's approach and actions in Jammu and Kashmir". The Saudi stance on the issue was conveyed to India in a two-hour meeting between National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman in Riyadh on Wednesday, sources told ANI.

Saudi Arabia has told India that it understands "India's approach and actions in Jammu and Kashmir". The Saudi stance on the issue was conveyed to India in a two-hour meeting between National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman in Riyadh on Wednesday, sources told ANI. Highly placed sources said a wide range of issues were discussed on various aspects of bilateral relations in the meeting between Doval and the Saudi crown prince. "The issue of Jammu and Kashmir also figured in the discussion which Saudi crown Prince expressed understanding about India's approach and actions in Jammu and Kashmir," they said. India abrogated Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir on August 5 and bifurcated the state into two new Union Territories- Jammu-Kashmir and Ladakh. Riyadh's remarks come despite Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan visit to Saudi Arabia to seek support. The important visit of Doval to Saudi Arabia highlights the regular and ongoing close consultations at highest levels between the two sides on issues of mutual importance, the sources said. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and NSA Ajit Doval have developed close ties with the Saudi leadership over the last five years, which have also been credited for the closer security and intelligence cooperation between two countries. Sources said the visit will further strengthen the deep bond between the two countries and help identify specific areas of cooperation at a time when Saudi Arabia is looking to diversify its economy in line with the crown prince's vision 2030. Saudi has announced that it will make investments worth nearly $100 billion in India. NSA also had a meeting with his Saudi counterpart Musaid Al Alban, who chairs the Council of Political and Security Affairs of Saudi Arabia. He is also Chairman of National Cyber Security Authority."They both discussed issues of national and regional security. Both sides highlighted the importance of close security ties," the sources said.

Saudi Arabia endorses India's actions in Kashmir

A Border Security Force (BSF) personnel sustained minor injuries in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pakistan-violates-ceasefire-in-jammu-kashmirs-poonch-indian-army-retaliating-252949">ceasefire violation</a> by Pakistan at Manyari post of Hiranagar in Kathua district, last night.

Constable Abhishek Roy, who received splinter injuries, is undergoing treatment at JMC hospital.

His condition is reported to be normal.

The Pakistani rangers violated ceasefire by firing 54 HE bombs, and 33 RDS&nbsp;with small weapons.

The BSF troops strongly retaliated to the firing.

A Border Security Force (BSF) personnel sustained minor injuries in ceasefire violation by Pakistan at Manyari post of Hiranagar in Kathua district, last night. Constable Abhishek Roy, who received splinter injuries, is undergoing treatment at JMC hospital.

A Border Security Force (BSF) personnel sustained minor injuries in ceasefire violation by Pakistan at Manyari post of Hiranagar in Kathua district, last night. Constable Abhishek Roy, who received splinter injuries, is undergoing treatment at JMC hospital. His condition is reported to be normal. The Pakistani rangers violated ceasefire by firing 54 HE bombs, and 33 RDS with small weapons. The BSF troops strongly retaliated to the firing.

Border Security Force jawan sustains injuries in ceasefire violation by Pakistan in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua

Three years ago, when suicide terrorists attacked an Army camp at Uri, close to the LoC, they killed 19 soldiers but kindled a flame that spread like a fire. There were terrorist attacks earlier with a higher body count. There were suicide squads that had wreaked havoc before. But somehow this time, it was different. Several high-profile incidents had taken place that year. Suicide attack at Pathankot Air Base in January, biggest hostage situation in six storeyed EDI Building in Pampore in February, Kashmir Valley on the boil after terrorist leader Burhan Wani’s elimination in July. Right timing an audacious military plan backed by bold leadership that not only took ownership, but also converged other instruments of power to multiply the pressure on Pakistan.&nbsp;

Swift retaliation at terrorist launch pads across the line of control (LoC) followed with a stated intent served a twofold purpose. One, India had found space below the nuclear threshold, which we colloquially hear as being said, ‘…called their nuclear bluff’. The second and more importantly, we had now established our stance of dissuasion. For over three decades Pakistan has been waging a proxy war and pushing in terrorists into J&amp;K across the LoC, inter alia. Our response has been largely defensive and restricted to the confines of the LoC. By following the concept of ‘hot pursuit’ we’ve taken the battle to the enemy’s territory, as we would say in military parlance. The doctrine of hot pursuit owes its origin to the law of the seas, at a time when smuggling and piracy were rampant, this customary doctrine emerged to empower a coastal state to pursue on to the high seas a vessel that had violated its laws within its waters.&nbsp;

Over the years, some countries have expanded the doctrine of hot pursuit on land, to justify the breaches of territorial sovereignty of foreign states as part of the ongoing pursuit of offenders. It started in 1986 when South Africa sought to justify its incursions into neighbouring African states against rebels. More recently, it has been employed by the United States regarding Taliban militants crossing into Pakistan or by Turkey regarding its attacks on Kurdistan Workers Party bases in Northern Iraq, also by Colombia regarding its raid on a Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia camp in Ecuador in 2008.

Two years later when a similar high-profile suicide attack at Pulwama caused a larger number of casualties, the whole country expected another bold ‘surgical strike’, as the September retaliation at terrorist launch pads in POK had come to be known. Precise airstrikes were launched within 12 days, striking at the roots of terror far deep inside Pakistan. And like before, we announced to the world and to Pakistan, our intent and purpose. In both cases, India arguably found heartening international support against terrorist endeavours. The world has little patience for terrorism or its sponsors. India had firmly shed the soft-state tag.

Two other unconnected incidents have helped India cement it’s resolve and gain more confidence in initiating strong steps in support of bold decisions taken in the national interest, a veritable departure from the past practices notwithstanding. First, it was our operations against the Northeast insurgents camps in Myanmar, and second, was our standing up to China resolutely to defend the interest of Bhutan in Dolam Plateau in 2017. Is this the new normal? Has India announced a paradigm shift? Have we redrawn our red lines? And statedly so? These strong responses may seem like a one-off raid or strike, but a great deal of preparation and planning goes into it. Planning and execution of the operation itself is not the only facet. Planning and preparation for the possible enemy retaliation and being ready for all scenarios is the larger part. This includes diplomatic fallout as well. Mobilisation of international opinion against terrorism has to be balanced with other elements of state policy as well. Economic or commercial linkages were also leveraged.

India has taken a bold stand. Why must we continue to adopt such a strong response posture? Let us take a look at the emerging situation in Afghanistan. If USA pulls out soon, owing to its domestic compulsions, we may witness a situation like the nineties, with Pakistan in control (or not) of jihadis of different hues. And a there would natural inclination on their part to push them across the LoC, lest they destabilise their territory. It will also serve their agenda of reinvigorating proxy war in Kashmir. While we must prepare ourselves against this scenario, we must also take heart from the fact that India’s preparedness on the line of control today is far better than it was three decades ago. Our troop deployment, as well as weapon &amp; equipment profile, is much more robust now and there is an LC fence in place. However, our biggest card should be this new, bold response posture of taking the battle to enemy territory, if required. Therefore it is in India’s interest that this new dissuasive stand that we have started adopting must continue, the mode and modalities of dissuasion can change, must change actually. 
 
(This article was originally published on The DNA. Read the <a href="https://www.dnaindia.com/analysis/column-tackling-terrorism-smartly-2793140">original article</a>)

(Disclaimer: The opinions expressed above are the personal views of the author and do not reflect the views of ZMCL) &nbsp;

Three years ago, when suicide terrorists attacked an Army camp at Uri, close to the LoC, they killed 19 soldiers but kindled a flame that spread like a fire. There were terrorist attacks earlier with a higher body count.

Three years ago, when suicide terrorists attacked an Army camp at Uri, close to the LoC, they killed 19 soldiers but kindled a flame that spread like a fire. There were terrorist attacks earlier with a higher body count. There were suicide squads that had wreaked havoc before. But somehow this time, it was different. Several high-profile incidents had taken place that year. Suicide attack at Pathankot Air Base in January, biggest hostage situation in six storeyed EDI Building in Pampore in February, Kashmir Valley on the boil after terrorist leader Burhan Wani’s elimination in July. Right timing an audacious military plan backed by bold leadership that not only took ownership, but also converged other instruments of power to multiply the pressure on Pakistan. Swift retaliation at terrorist launch pads across the line of control (LoC) followed with a stated intent served a twofold purpose. One, India had found space below the nuclear threshold, which we colloquially hear as being said, ‘…called their nuclear bluff’. The second and more importantly, we had now established our stance of dissuasion. For over three decades Pakistan has been waging a proxy war and pushing in terrorists into J&K across the LoC, inter alia. Our response has been largely defensive and restricted to the confines of the LoC. By following the concept of ‘hot pursuit’ we’ve taken the battle to the enemy’s territory, as we would say in military parlance. The doctrine of hot pursuit owes its origin to the law of the seas, at a time when smuggling and piracy were rampant, this customary doctrine emerged to empower a coastal state to pursue on to the high seas a vessel that had violated its laws within its waters. Over the years, some countries have expanded the doctrine of hot pursuit on land, to justify the breaches of territorial sovereignty of foreign states as part of the ongoing pursuit of offenders. It started in 1986 when South Africa sought to justify its incursions into neighbouring African states against rebels. More recently, it has been employed by the United States regarding Taliban militants crossing into Pakistan or by Turkey regarding its attacks on Kurdistan Workers Party bases in Northern Iraq, also by Colombia regarding its raid on a Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia camp in Ecuador in 2008. Two years later when a similar high-profile suicide attack at Pulwama caused a larger number of casualties, the whole country expected another bold ‘surgical strike’, as the September retaliation at terrorist launch pads in POK had come to be known. Precise airstrikes were launched within 12 days, striking at the roots of terror far deep inside Pakistan. And like before, we announced to the world and to Pakistan, our intent and purpose. In both cases, India arguably found heartening international support against terrorist endeavours. The world has little patience for terrorism or its sponsors. India had firmly shed the soft-state tag. Two other unconnected incidents have helped India cement it’s resolve and gain more confidence in initiating strong steps in support of bold decisions taken in the national interest, a veritable departure from the past practices notwithstanding. First, it was our operations against the Northeast insurgents camps in Myanmar, and second, was our standing up to China resolutely to defend the interest of Bhutan in Dolam Plateau in 2017. Is this the new normal? Has India announced a paradigm shift? Have we redrawn our red lines? And statedly so? These strong responses may seem like a one-off raid or strike, but a great deal of preparation and planning goes into it. Planning and execution of the operation itself is not the only facet. Planning and preparation for the possible enemy retaliation and being ready for all scenarios is the larger part. This includes diplomatic fallout as well. Mobilisation of international opinion against terrorism has to be balanced with other elements of state policy as well. Economic or commercial linkages were also leveraged. India has taken a bold stand. Why must we continue to adopt such a strong response posture? Let us take a look at the emerging situation in Afghanistan. If USA pulls out soon, owing to its domestic compulsions, we may witness a situation like the nineties, with Pakistan in control (or not) of jihadis of different hues. And a there would natural inclination on their part to push them across the LoC, lest they destabilise their territory. It will also serve their agenda of reinvigorating proxy war in Kashmir. While we must prepare ourselves against this scenario, we must also take heart from the fact that India’s preparedness on the line of control today is far better than it was three decades ago. Our troop deployment, as well as weapon & equipment profile, is much more robust now and there is an LC fence in place. However, our biggest card should be this new, bold response posture of taking the battle to enemy territory, if required. Therefore it is in India’s interest that this new dissuasive stand that we have started adopting must continue, the mode and modalities of dissuasion can change, must change actually. (This article was originally published on The DNA. Read the original article) (Disclaimer: The opinions expressed above are the personal views of the author and do not reflect the views of ZMCL)

India has taken the battle to enemy’s territory through surgical strike

An exchange of fire took place between the security forces and two suspected terrorists in Batote area on Saturday.

The exchange of fire started this morning between the Army and two suspicious individuals, who tried to stop a civilian vehicle in Batote.

The operation is still underway.The Public Relations Officer (PRO), Defence, Jammu, said,&nbsp;"Today at around 7:30 am two suspicious individuals, tried to stop a civil vehicle at Batote on the National Highway (NH) 244. The civilian did not stop the vehicle and informed the Army QRT."

"The quick reaction team (QRT) reacted promptly, established contact with the two individuals and an exchange of fire took place," the defence spokesperson said. More details are awaited.&nbsp;

An exchange of fire took place between the security forces and two suspected terrorists in Batote area on Saturday. The exchange of fire started this morning between the Army and two suspicious individuals, who tried to stop a civilian vehicle in Batote.

An exchange of fire took place between the security forces and two suspected terrorists in Batote area on Saturday. The exchange of fire started this morning between the Army and two suspicious individuals, who tried to stop a civilian vehicle in Batote. The operation is still underway.The Public Relations Officer (PRO), Defence, Jammu, said, "Today at around 7:30 am two suspicious individuals, tried to stop a civil vehicle at Batote on the National Highway (NH) 244. The civilian did not stop the vehicle and informed the Army QRT." "The quick reaction team (QRT) reacted promptly, established contact with the two individuals and an exchange of fire took place," the defence spokesperson said. More details are awaited.

Jammu and Kashmir: Exchange of fire between security forces, suspected terrorists at Batote

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that that terrorism is a challenge not for any one country, but for the entire world.

Addressing the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Prime Minister Narendra Modi, said that we believe that terrorism is not a challenge for any country, but all countries and of mankind as a whole. So for the sake of humanity, all the world has to unite against terror.

Speaking at the 74th UNGA session, PM Modi recounted India's contribution towards world peace and said that India is the country that has made the biggest sacrifice at the United Nations peacekeeping missions.&nbsp;

Mentioning the non-violence, the founding principle of Gandhian philosophy, PM Modi said that we belong to the country that has given the world- Buddha, not Yuddh (war).

"Swami Vivekananda Ji had given a message to the world from Chicago during the World Parliament of Religion about 125 years ago. The world's largest democracy still has the same message for the global community - harmony and peace," he added.

The last six days at United Nations General Assembly have been filled with action. It all began with the mega 'Howdy, Modi' event in Houston with US President Donald Trump joining the Indian prime minister.

Prime Minister Modi has held several bilateral and multilateral talks with world leaders since then. PM Modi met with business leaders to highlight India's growth story.

PM Modi's address tonight was his first after taking charge as India's prime minister for the second time in May this year.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that that terrorism is a challenge not for any one country, but for the entire world. Addressing the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Prime Minister Narendra Modi, said that we believe that terrorism is not a challenge for any country, but all countries and of mankind as a whole.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that that terrorism is a challenge not for any one country, but for the entire world. Addressing the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Prime Minister Narendra Modi, said that we believe that terrorism is not a challenge for any country, but all countries and of mankind as a whole. So for the sake of humanity, all the world has to unite against terror. Speaking at the 74th UNGA session, PM Modi recounted India's contribution towards world peace and said that India is the country that has made the biggest sacrifice at the United Nations peacekeeping missions. Mentioning the non-violence, the founding principle of Gandhian philosophy, PM Modi said that we belong to the country that has given the world- Buddha, not Yuddh (war). "Swami Vivekananda Ji had given a message to the world from Chicago during the World Parliament of Religion about 125 years ago. The world's largest democracy still has the same message for the global community - harmony and peace," he added. The last six days at United Nations General Assembly have been filled with action. It all began with the mega 'Howdy, Modi' event in Houston with US President Donald Trump joining the Indian prime minister. Prime Minister Modi has held several bilateral and multilateral talks with world leaders since then. PM Modi met with business leaders to highlight India's growth story. PM Modi's address tonight was his first after taking charge as India's prime minister for the second time in May this year.

Terrorism is the biggest global challenge, for humanity's sake, let's unite against terrorism', says PM Narendra Modi at UNGA

As Pakistan continues to pursue its one-point agenda to internationalise the Kashmir issue at the UNGA, protesters have thronged the streets of New York against human rights violations in the South Asian country.

WION's diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal reported on trucks stationed in New York, highlighting human rights abuses in Karachi.

"Not just this, across the New York City, there have been banners on human rights violations in Pakistan's Balochistan, Karachi," Sibal said in his ground report from New York.

Meanwhile, Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi evaded questions on Pakistan's support to terror mastermind Hafiz Saeed.

Right outside the venue of SAARC foreign minister's meeting, Sidhant Sibal asked Qureshi why is Pakistan supporting Saaed only to meet with an evading Pak FM.

As Pakistan continues to pursue its one-point agenda to internationalise the Kashmir issue at the UNGA, protesters have thronged the streets of New York against human rights violations in the South Asian country.

As Pakistan continues to pursue its one-point agenda to internationalise the Kashmir issue at the UNGA, protesters have thronged the streets of New York against human rights violations in the South Asian country. WION's diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal reported on trucks stationed in New York, highlighting human rights abuses in Karachi. "Not just this, across the New York City, there have been banners on human rights violations in Pakistan's Balochistan, Karachi," Sibal said in his ground report from New York. Meanwhile, Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi evaded questions on Pakistan's support to terror mastermind Hafiz Saeed. Right outside the venue of SAARC foreign minister's meeting, Sidhant Sibal asked Qureshi why is Pakistan supporting Saaed only to meet with an evading Pak FM.

Protests against human rights abuse in Pakistan rock New York

A desperate Pakistan already plagued by acute financial crisis has been spending millions of dollars to further its propaganda on Jammu and Kashmir at Times Square in New York.

Huge billboards in New York are often used for political advertising and campaigning. WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay reports on how Pakistan used one such space at Times Square to politicise and internationalise the Kashmir issue.&nbsp;

One of the quintessential features of New York's Times Square are the gigantic billboards. Neon, digital signs deck all the buildings and advertisements appear&nbsp;on almost everything from products, movies and with political advertisements also visible on several occasions.&nbsp;

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One such campaign on&nbsp;Kashmir&nbsp;was spotted on one of the buildings. "Stand with Kashmir", it said.&nbsp;

"This is a motivated, political campaign sponsored by, it would be fair to say, the Pakistan government as they have tweeted about it with this picture saying that they are raising awareness," Upadhyay reported from New York.

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Interestingly, real estate in New York, especially at Times Square is extremely expensive and it can reportedly cost anywhere up to $1-4 million per year to advertise on one billboard at Times Square.&nbsp;

WION's diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal, meanwhile, reported trucks being stationed in New York, highlighting human rights abuses in Karachi.&nbsp;

"Not just this, across New York City, there have been banners on human rights violations in Pakistan's Balochistan, Karachi," Sibal said in his ground report from New York.

Meanwhile, Pakistan foreign minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi evaded questions on Pakistan's support to terror mastermind Hafiz Saeed. Right outside the venue of SAARC foreign minister's meeting, Sidhant Sibal asked Qureshi why Pakistan has been supporting Saaed, however, the Pakistan finance minister evaded WION's question.&nbsp;

Amid the advertising slugfest at Times Square, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan will be addressing the UNGA today. In the week-long visit to the US, while the agenda for PM Modi at the UNGA has been diverse focusing on trade and investment, Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan has been adamant on just one agenda - Kashmir.

A desperate Pakistan already plagued by acute financial crisis has been spending millions of dollars to further its propaganda on Jammu and Kashmir at Times Square in New York.

A desperate Pakistan already plagued by acute financial crisis has been spending millions of dollars to further its propaganda on Jammu and Kashmir at Times Square in New York. Huge billboards in New York are often used for political advertising and campaigning. WION's Executive Editor Palki Sharma Upadhyay reports on how Pakistan used one such space at Times Square to politicise and internationalise the Kashmir issue. One of the quintessential features of New York's Times Square are the gigantic billboards. Neon, digital signs deck all the buildings and advertisements appear on almost everything from products, movies and with political advertisements also visible on several occasions. Watch Video: × One such campaign on Kashmir was spotted on one of the buildings. "Stand with Kashmir", it said. "This is a motivated, political campaign sponsored by, it would be fair to say, the Pakistan government as they have tweeted about it with this picture saying that they are raising awareness," Upadhyay reported from New York. With the extraordinary efforts of PM Imran Khan, Kashmir issue has now become a Global concern. The voice of people of IOJ&K is once again being heard in the highest diplomatic forums. “Stand With Kashmir” has been highlighted on Times Square New York, today.#StandWithKashmir pic.twitter.com/2k8u4PYNp1 — Govt of Pakistan (@pid_gov) September 26, 2019 × Interestingly, real estate in New York, especially at Times Square is extremely expensive and it can reportedly cost anywhere up to $1-4 million per year to advertise on one billboard at Times Square. WION's diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal, meanwhile, reported trucks being stationed in New York, highlighting human rights abuses in Karachi. "Not just this, across New York City, there have been banners on human rights violations in Pakistan's Balochistan, Karachi," Sibal said in his ground report from New York. Meanwhile, Pakistan foreign minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi evaded questions on Pakistan's support to terror mastermind Hafiz Saeed. Right outside the venue of SAARC foreign minister's meeting, Sidhant Sibal asked Qureshi why Pakistan has been supporting Saaed, however, the Pakistan finance minister evaded WION's question. Amid the advertising slugfest at Times Square, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan will be addressing the UNGA today. In the week-long visit to the US, while the agenda for PM Modi at the UNGA has been diverse focusing on trade and investment, Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan has been adamant on just one agenda - Kashmir.

Pak endorses billboards on Kashmir at New York's Times Square

National Security Advisor (NSA), Ajit Doval, who was on a one and half day visit to the Kashmir Valley, chaired a high-level meeting in Srinagar on Thursday.

The NSA reviewed the law and order situation, and position of essential services and supplies in the Valley.

He also asked security forces to be on high alert on the borders and strengthen the counter-infiltration grid in view of reports about large scale infiltration attempts.

On September 16, MHA officials had briefed Union Home Minister Amit Shah about the current situation in Kashmir and also discussed the opening of mobile networks in different parts of Kashmir.

A detailed discussion was also held on the report by the intelligence agencies that over 200 Pakistani terrorists were waiting to infiltrate into Jammu and Kashmir, sources had shared.

Restrictions remain in some parts of Kashmir. However, the Home Ministry is expecting that soon normalcy will be completely restored in the entire region.

Earlier this month Doval had said that Article 370 was not about any special status but was a special discrimination against the people of Jammu and Kashmir.

The Central government had in August read down Article 370 of the Constitution, which conferred special status to Jammu and Kashmir.&nbsp;

The Centre also bifurcated the state into two Union Territories -- Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.&nbsp; 
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National Security Advisor (NSA), Ajit Doval, who was on a one and half day visit to the Kashmir Valley, chaired a high-level meeting in Srinagar on Thursday. The NSA reviewed the law and order situation, and position of essential services and supplies in the Valley.

National Security Advisor (NSA), Ajit Doval, who was on a one and half day visit to the Kashmir Valley, chaired a high-level meeting in Srinagar on Thursday. The NSA reviewed the law and order situation, and position of essential services and supplies in the Valley. He also asked security forces to be on high alert on the borders and strengthen the counter-infiltration grid in view of reports about large scale infiltration attempts. On September 16, MHA officials had briefed Union Home Minister Amit Shah about the current situation in Kashmir and also discussed the opening of mobile networks in different parts of Kashmir. A detailed discussion was also held on the report by the intelligence agencies that over 200 Pakistani terrorists were waiting to infiltrate into Jammu and Kashmir, sources had shared. Restrictions remain in some parts of Kashmir. However, the Home Ministry is expecting that soon normalcy will be completely restored in the entire region. Earlier this month Doval had said that Article 370 was not about any special status but was a special discrimination against the people of Jammu and Kashmir. The Central government had in August read down Article 370 of the Constitution, which conferred special status to Jammu and Kashmir. The Centre also bifurcated the state into two Union Territories -- Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.

J&K: NSA Ajit Doval reviews law and order situation, essential services

India on Wednesday strongly condemned the motion on Kashmir passed by the UK`s opposition Labour Party, saying it was a clear attempt at pandering to vote-bank interests and regretted the uninformed and unfounded positions taken by the British political outfit.

"Government has noted certain developments at the Labour Party Conference on 25 September pertaining to the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir. We regret the uninformed and unfounded positions taken at this event," MEA spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said in a statement.

"Clearly, this is an attempt at pandering to vote-bank interests. There is no question of engaging with the Labour Party or its representatives on this issue," he added.

An emergency motion was recently passed by the Labour Party on Kashmir at their annual party conference in Brighton.

On August 5, the Indian government passed a resolution abrogating Article 370 that granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir and a bill bifurcating the region into two separate Union Territories - Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.

India has repeatedly maintained that constitutional changes made by its government on Kashmir are strictly an internal matter, a stance supported by several countries, including those from SAARC and Arab World.Pakistan, on the other hand, has "condemned" the move and downgraded its bilateral ties with India.

Islamabad has since resorted to anti-India rhetoric and has attempted to internationalise the Kashmir issue, but to no avail.&nbsp; 
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India on Wednesday strongly condemned the motion on Kashmir passed by the UK`s opposition Labour Party, saying it was a clear attempt at pandering to vote-bank interests and regretted the uninformed and unfounded positions taken by the British political outfit.

India on Wednesday strongly condemned the motion on Kashmir passed by the UK`s opposition Labour Party, saying it was a clear attempt at pandering to vote-bank interests and regretted the uninformed and unfounded positions taken by the British political outfit. "Government has noted certain developments at the Labour Party Conference on 25 September pertaining to the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir. We regret the uninformed and unfounded positions taken at this event," MEA spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said in a statement. "Clearly, this is an attempt at pandering to vote-bank interests. There is no question of engaging with the Labour Party or its representatives on this issue," he added. An emergency motion was recently passed by the Labour Party on Kashmir at their annual party conference in Brighton. On August 5, the Indian government passed a resolution abrogating Article 370 that granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir and a bill bifurcating the region into two separate Union Territories - Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. India has repeatedly maintained that constitutional changes made by its government on Kashmir are strictly an internal matter, a stance supported by several countries, including those from SAARC and Arab World.Pakistan, on the other hand, has "condemned" the move and downgraded its bilateral ties with India. Islamabad has since resorted to anti-India rhetoric and has attempted to internationalise the Kashmir issue, but to no avail.

Clear attempt at pandering to vote-bank interests: India condemns Labour Party motion on Kashmir

Calling Pakistan "terroristan", External Affair Minister S Jaishankar has said that New Delhi can't talk to a <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-not-shying-away-from-talks-with-pakistan-pm-modi-tells-donald-trump-in-new-york-251839">country that sponsors terror</a> and uses it as a state policy.

Speaking at Asia Society in New York, Jaishankar said, "They have to accept the model which they have built for themselves no longer works. You cannot in this day and age, conduct policy using terrorism as a legitimate instrument of statecraft, that is at the heart of the issue. We have no problem in&nbsp;talking to Pakistan, we have a problem talking to terroristan."

Jaishankar further said Pakistan's reaction towards India removing special status for Jammu and Kashmir on August 5 is of "anger and frustration" since the country has "created an entire industry of terrorism to deal with Kashmir issue. It is bigger than that, they created for India" and they "now see an investment of 70 years undercut if this policy succeed".&nbsp;

Pakistan, in the aftermath of India's decision to remove special status, has raked up the issue globally but hasn't got any attraction.&nbsp;

Jaishankar urged Pakistan to do "something for its own good, if it does that it would enable normal neighbourly relation with India."&nbsp;

Highlighting the issue of cross border terrorism emanating from Pakistan, Jaishankar said, "The issue between India and Pakistan, it's not like we agree on everything else, we have a wonderful relationship and there is Kashmir issue. We had an attack in Mumbai, the last time I checked Mumbai was not part of Kashmir. If Pakistani terrorist can attack states and regions, we need to recognise there is a bigger problem".

Explaining further Jaishankar said, "The problem is in the mindset. Every time there is a change of government, look it's new, I have nothing to do with earlier guys, it's all their fault. Point is, there is a fundamental issue which they need to understand, and we need to encourage them to do, that is to do away with terrorism. They know where the camps are. Anyone knows where the camps are, just google that."

Calling Pakistan "terroristan", External Affair Minister S Jaishankar has said that New Delhi can't talk to a country that sponsors terror and uses it as a state policy.

Calling Pakistan "terroristan", External Affair Minister S Jaishankar has said that New Delhi can't talk to a country that sponsors terror and uses it as a state policy. Speaking at Asia Society in New York, Jaishankar said, "They have to accept the model which they have built for themselves no longer works. You cannot in this day and age, conduct policy using terrorism as a legitimate instrument of statecraft, that is at the heart of the issue. We have no problem in talking to Pakistan, we have a problem talking to terroristan." Jaishankar further said Pakistan's reaction towards India removing special status for Jammu and Kashmir on August 5 is of "anger and frustration" since the country has "created an entire industry of terrorism to deal with Kashmir issue. It is bigger than that, they created for India" and they "now see an investment of 70 years undercut if this policy succeed". Pakistan, in the aftermath of India's decision to remove special status, has raked up the issue globally but hasn't got any attraction. Jaishankar urged Pakistan to do "something for its own good, if it does that it would enable normal neighbourly relation with India." Highlighting the issue of cross border terrorism emanating from Pakistan, Jaishankar said, "The issue between India and Pakistan, it's not like we agree on everything else, we have a wonderful relationship and there is Kashmir issue. We had an attack in Mumbai, the last time I checked Mumbai was not part of Kashmir. If Pakistani terrorist can attack states and regions, we need to recognise there is a bigger problem". Explaining further Jaishankar said, "The problem is in the mindset. Every time there is a change of government, look it's new, I have nothing to do with earlier guys, it's all their fault. Point is, there is a fundamental issue which they need to understand, and we need to encourage them to do, that is to do away with terrorism. They know where the camps are. Anyone knows where the camps are, just google that."

Can talk to Pakistan but not to 'terroristan': S Jaishankar

Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday said that he was disappointed with the International community over the Kashmir issue.

He mentioned India's global prominence and economic stature as one of the reasons behind&nbsp;the global community backing India on the matter. Khan admitted that Pakistan has failed to get support from the world leaders on Islamabad's stand on Kashmir issue.

Khan had raised the issue at several forums following the abrogation of Article 370 seeking the intervention of global leaders, but most leaders supported India calling Kashmir a bilateral issue between the two neighbours.

He, however, accepted that Pakistan could never attack India. Khan will speak on the Kashmir issue on September 27 when he addresses UNGA as he hopes to see world leaders come forward.

Earlier on Monday, Imran Khan, at a meeting at the Center for Foreign Relations in New York, admitted that the Pakistan army and ISI trained the Al Qaeda and other terrorist groups to fight in Afghanistan.

US President has again offered mediation between India and Pakistan on Kashmir. But India has maintained that talks between the two countries can't take place until and unless Pakistan stops aiding and abetting terrorists.

At Howdy Modi event, Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a common vision against terrorism. This endorsement for Modi, coming from the world's strongest leader, is a setback for Pakistan.

Pakistan has been crying foul over India's decision to scrap Article 370 which gave special status to Jammu and Kashmir. Imran Khan and other ministers of Pakistan had even threatened India with a Nuclear war for weeks.

Although, world leaders respect India's decision on Kashmir and acknowledge the strategic importance of India. And this realisation finally reflected in Imran Khan's 'honest' admissions in New York. 
 
(Disclaimer: The opinions expressed above are the personal views of the author and do not reflect the views of ZMCL)&nbsp;

Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday said that he was disappointed with the International community over the Kashmir issue. He mentioned India's global prominence and economic stature as one of the reasons behind the global community backing India on the matter.

Pakistan's Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday said that he was disappointed with the International community over the Kashmir issue. He mentioned India's global prominence and economic stature as one of the reasons behind the global community backing India on the matter. Khan admitted that Pakistan has failed to get support from the world leaders on Islamabad's stand on Kashmir issue. Khan had raised the issue at several forums following the abrogation of Article 370 seeking the intervention of global leaders, but most leaders supported India calling Kashmir a bilateral issue between the two neighbours. He, however, accepted that Pakistan could never attack India. Khan will speak on the Kashmir issue on September 27 when he addresses UNGA as he hopes to see world leaders come forward. Earlier on Monday, Imran Khan, at a meeting at the Center for Foreign Relations in New York, admitted that the Pakistan army and ISI trained the Al Qaeda and other terrorist groups to fight in Afghanistan. US President has again offered mediation between India and Pakistan on Kashmir. But India has maintained that talks between the two countries can't take place until and unless Pakistan stops aiding and abetting terrorists. At Howdy Modi event, Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a common vision against terrorism. This endorsement for Modi, coming from the world's strongest leader, is a setback for Pakistan. Pakistan has been crying foul over India's decision to scrap Article 370 which gave special status to Jammu and Kashmir. Imran Khan and other ministers of Pakistan had even threatened India with a Nuclear war for weeks. Although, world leaders respect India's decision on Kashmir and acknowledge the strategic importance of India. And this realisation finally reflected in Imran Khan's 'honest' admissions in New York. (Disclaimer: The opinions expressed above are the personal views of the author and do not reflect the views of ZMCL)

Imran Khan's moment of truth

The Maldives has lauded India for its help in training its cricket team which was announced after PM Modi and the&nbsp;President of Maldives&nbsp;Solih's bilateral meeting on the sidelines of UNGA. Maldivian foreign minister Abdulla Shahid, while speaking to WION's diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal in New York, said that the removal of the special status for <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/contextualising-jammu-and-kashmirs-integration-and-framing-of-article-370-243092">Jammu and Kashmir</a> is not for other countries to decide on.&nbsp;

Here's the full transcript of the exclusive interview.&nbsp;

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WION: How do you see India-Maldives ties?

Abdulla Shahid: The relationship between our countries have never been better. There is mutual respect. There is an understanding between our governments and leadership. There is a partnership, irrespective of the size of the countries, irrespective of the size of the populations, there are common goals. Common goals of security and development. Here, in New York when the President and the Prime Minister met, the meeting was cordial and they are meeting for the fourth time within a span of 11 months. Shows how strong the partnership is.

WION: India plans to train your cricket team, how will it help people-to-people ties?

Abdulla Shahid: We have a growing relationship and people are in love with cricket. Your <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/focus-on-cricket-diplomacy-as-pm-modi-gifts-bat-to-maldives-president-solih-225524">cricket team</a> is the best in the world. Some of the best cricketers and some of the best cricket training opportunities. We have seen how India has assisted Afghanistan to come on to the world stage. It is our hope, with the training opportunities which are given to the Maldivian players, we will be able to follow the same path and one day may come out and beat your team.

WION: Does your country back New Delhi on <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/removal-of-article-370-heralds-an-era-of-progress-for-jammu-and-kashmir-242889">Kashmir</a>?

Abdulla Shahid: We have a principled foreign policy. We do not look at the issues at hand but principles&nbsp;on which things are decided and we strongly feel that each and every country has the right to decide on its constitution and the constitutional changes India brought about are not for other countries to decide and we respect that.

WION: &nbsp;Does connectivity remain the big focus?

Abdulla Shahid: Currently we have 5 Indian cities connected to Male. I hope there will be more air connectivity. Indian tourist arrivals have jumped, they have come to be number 3 in arrivals. There has been a 100 per cent increase in Indian tourist arrivals. During PM Modi's visit, we signed an MoU by sea connectivity. The Ambassador has informed that within the next 2 months, the Cochin Kulhudhuffushi Male ferry will begin.

WION: How big is climate change an issue for you?

Abdulla Shahid: Climate change is a very big issue for us because <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/were-now-leading-from-the-front-on-climate-change-prakash-javadekar-tells-wion-in-exclusive-conversation-251632">climate change</a> and degradation of the environment is an existential issue. It a threat to the country and the Maldives is one of the low-lying island states in the world. If there is a rise in sea level by 3-4 meters we are finished. We can't let it happen. We still trust humanity. We still believe countries will come together and save the planet. We are happy that India is leading on climate change issues on many fronts. One of them is solar alliance which Indian Prime Minister Modi has initiated and we are part of it.

WION: The key focus for your country at this year's UNGA?

Abdulla Shahid: We want to consolidate democracy in the Maldives. President Solih, in his speech at UNGA, highlighted where we have come from and how far we have come. We have come from a total dictatorship, from a government which totally ignored human rights and abused power. We want to establish the Maldives where democracy is consolidated and human rights are respected. Today we saw, UN SG in his statement, one of the success stories he highlighted was the Maldives.&nbsp;

The Maldives has lauded India for its help in training its cricket team which was announced after PM Modi and the President of Maldives Solih's bilateral meeting on the sidelines of UNGA.

The Maldives has lauded India for its help in training its cricket team which was announced after PM Modi and the President of Maldives Solih's bilateral meeting on the sidelines of UNGA. Maldivian foreign minister Abdulla Shahid, while speaking to WION's diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal in New York, said that the removal of the special status for Jammu and Kashmir is not for other countries to decide on. Here's the full transcript of the exclusive interview. × WION: How do you see India-Maldives ties? Abdulla Shahid: The relationship between our countries have never been better. There is mutual respect. There is an understanding between our governments and leadership. There is a partnership, irrespective of the size of the countries, irrespective of the size of the populations, there are common goals. Common goals of security and development. Here, in New York when the President and the Prime Minister met, the meeting was cordial and they are meeting for the fourth time within a span of 11 months. Shows how strong the partnership is. WION: India plans to train your cricket team, how will it help people-to-people ties? Abdulla Shahid: We have a growing relationship and people are in love with cricket. Your cricket team is the best in the world. Some of the best cricketers and some of the best cricket training opportunities. We have seen how India has assisted Afghanistan to come on to the world stage. It is our hope, with the training opportunities which are given to the Maldivian players, we will be able to follow the same path and one day may come out and beat your team. WION: Does your country back New Delhi on Kashmir? Abdulla Shahid: We have a principled foreign policy. We do not look at the issues at hand but principles on which things are decided and we strongly feel that each and every country has the right to decide on its constitution and the constitutional changes India brought about are not for other countries to decide and we respect that. WION: Does connectivity remain the big focus? Abdulla Shahid: Currently we have 5 Indian cities connected to Male. I hope there will be more air connectivity. Indian tourist arrivals have jumped, they have come to be number 3 in arrivals. There has been a 100 per cent increase in Indian tourist arrivals. During PM Modi's visit, we signed an MoU by sea connectivity. The Ambassador has informed that within the next 2 months, the Cochin Kulhudhuffushi Male ferry will begin. WION: How big is climate change an issue for you? Abdulla Shahid: Climate change is a very big issue for us because climate change and degradation of the environment is an existential issue. It a threat to the country and the Maldives is one of the low-lying island states in the world. If there is a rise in sea level by 3-4 meters we are finished. We can't let it happen. We still trust humanity. We still believe countries will come together and save the planet. We are happy that India is leading on climate change issues on many fronts. One of them is solar alliance which Indian Prime Minister Modi has initiated and we are part of it. WION: The key focus for your country at this year's UNGA? Abdulla Shahid: We want to consolidate democracy in the Maldives. President Solih, in his speech at UNGA, highlighted where we have come from and how far we have come. We have come from a total dictatorship, from a government which totally ignored human rights and abused power. We want to establish the Maldives where democracy is consolidated and human rights are respected. Today we saw, UN SG in his statement, one of the success stories he highlighted was the Maldives.

Article 370 abrogation India’s internal matter, other countries shouldn’t comment on it: Maldives foreign minister to WION

The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Monday released funding of Rs 3.5 crore to strengthen the healthcare framework in the Srinagar district.

"The Srinagar administration has authorised funding to the tune of around Rs 3.5 crore in favour of hospitals and health centres of the district to facilitate procurement of certain smart equipment and machines aimed at strengthening the healthcare in the health centres of the district," a press release reads.

According to the release, this was disclosed in a meeting held here under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Dr Shahid Iqbal Choudhary.

"The amount released under the Special Area Development Programme or SADP 2019-20 includes 2 crore rupees released in favour of the Chief Medical Officer Srinagar and around 1.5 crore rupees released in favour of the Principal Government Medical College Srinagar," it stated.

"The two crore rupees authorised in favour of the Chief Medical Officer Srinagar includes 60 lac for UPHC Batamaloo, 45 lac for UPHC SR Gunj, 37 lac for UPHC Lal Bazar, 33 lac for UPHC Narwara and 25 lac for PHC Habakadal," it added.

In addition to different kinds of testing machines and medical equipment, the amount will be used to install - for the first time - a smart apparatus enabling smart registration of patients for their seamless utilisation of healthcare services.&nbsp; 
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The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Monday released funding of Rs 3.5 crore to strengthen the healthcare framework in the Srinagar district. "The Srinagar administration has authorised funding to the tune of around Rs 3.

The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Monday released funding of Rs 3.5 crore to strengthen the healthcare framework in the Srinagar district. "The Srinagar administration has authorised funding to the tune of around Rs 3.5 crore in favour of hospitals and health centres of the district to facilitate procurement of certain smart equipment and machines aimed at strengthening the healthcare in the health centres of the district," a press release reads. According to the release, this was disclosed in a meeting held here under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Dr Shahid Iqbal Choudhary. "The amount released under the Special Area Development Programme or SADP 2019-20 includes 2 crore rupees released in favour of the Chief Medical Officer Srinagar and around 1.5 crore rupees released in favour of the Principal Government Medical College Srinagar," it stated. "The two crore rupees authorised in favour of the Chief Medical Officer Srinagar includes 60 lac for UPHC Batamaloo, 45 lac for UPHC SR Gunj, 37 lac for UPHC Lal Bazar, 33 lac for UPHC Narwara and 25 lac for PHC Habakadal," it added. In addition to different kinds of testing machines and medical equipment, the amount will be used to install - for the first time - a smart apparatus enabling smart registration of patients for their seamless utilisation of healthcare services.

Jammu and Kashmir: Rs 3.5 crore released for strengthening healthcare framework in Srinagar

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