<p><strong>Jammu &amp; Kashmir ceasefire LIVE updates:&nbsp;</strong>Just hours after India-Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire on Saturday (May 10), multiple blasts were heard in Srinagar.</p>
<h2><em><strong>Here are all the major updates from Jammu &amp; Kashmir Ceasefire:</strong></em></h2>
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<li><span>"Firing exchanged at Nagrota Military Station," Indian Army's White Knight Corps confirms.</span></li>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">On noticing suspicious movement near the perimeter, alert sentry at <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Nagrota?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Nagrota</a> Military Station issued a challenge, leading to a brief exchange of fire with the suspect. <br>Sentry sustained a minor injury. <br>Search operations are underway to track the intruder(s)<a href="https://twitter.com/adgpi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@adgpi</a>&hellip;</p>
&mdash; White Knight Corps (@Whiteknight_IA) <a href="https://twitter.com/Whiteknight_IA/status/1921263577677058442?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 10, 2025</a></blockquote>
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<p>Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah posted that explosions were heard across Srinagar on Saturday.&nbsp; "What the hell just happened to the ceasefire? Explosions heard across Srinagar!!!," he said in a post on X.</p>
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<p>Abdullah added in a subsequent post, "This is no ceasefire. The air defence units in the middle of Srinagar just opened up."&nbsp;</p>
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<h2><strong>India-Pakistan ceasefire violated</strong></h2>
<p>Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said, "An understanding was reached this evening between the DGMOs of India and Pakistan to stop the military action that was going on for the last few days. For the last few hours, this understanding has been violated by Pakistan."</p>
<p>Misri added that the Indian Army is retaliating and dealing with this border.</p>
<p>This comes after India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri announced on Saturday that India and Pakistan have agreed to implement an immediate ceasefire, effective from 5:00 p.m. on May 10. Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar also confirmed that both nations coordinated efforts to halt "firing and military action."</p>
<p data-start="0" data-end="292" class=""><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indo-pak-war-india-pakistan-ceasefire-operation-sindoor-pahalgam-terror-attack-blasts-in-srinagar-drones-in-kutch-9055959" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Indo-Pak ceasefire: Blasts in Srinagar; drones spotted Kutch hours after India, Pakistan agree to ceasefire | Check list here</a></strong></p>
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Jammu Kashmir ceasefire news LIVE updates: Just hours after India-Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire on Saturday (May 10), multiple blasts were heard in Srinagar.

Jammu & Kashmir ceasefire LIVE updates: Just hours after India-Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire on Saturday (May 10), multiple blasts were heard in Srinagar. Here are all the major updates from Jammu & Kashmir Ceasefire: "Firing exchanged at Nagrota Military Station," Indian Army's White Knight Corps confirms. On noticing suspicious movement near the perimeter, alert sentry at #Nagrota Military Station issued a challenge, leading to a brief exchange of fire with the suspect. Sentry sustained a minor injury. Search operations are underway to track the intruder(s)@adgpi… — White Knight Corps (@Whiteknight_IA) May 10, 2025 Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah posted that explosions were heard across Srinagar on Saturday. "What the hell just happened to the ceasefire? Explosions heard across Srinagar!!!," he said in a post on X. Abdullah added in a subsequent post, "This is no ceasefire. The air defence units in the middle of Srinagar just opened up." India-Pakistan ceasefire violated Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said, "An understanding was reached this evening between the DGMOs of India and Pakistan to stop the military action that was going on for the last few days. For the last few hours, this understanding has been violated by Pakistan." Misri added that the Indian Army is retaliating and dealing with this border. This comes after India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri announced on Saturday that India and Pakistan have agreed to implement an immediate ceasefire, effective from 5:00 p.m. on May 10. Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar also confirmed that both nations coordinated efforts to halt "firing and military action." Also read: Indo-Pak ceasefire: Blasts in Srinagar; drones spotted Kutch hours after India, Pakistan agree to ceasefire | Check list here This is a developing copy...

Jammu & Kashmir ceasefire news: Blasts in Srinagar after Pakistan violates ceasefire agreement with India

<p>Just hours after India-Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire on Saturday (May 10), a series of explosions were heard in Srinagar and drones were seen in both Srinagar and Kutch, Gujarat.</p>
<p><em><strong>Here are all the major updates:</strong></em></p>
<ul>
<li><span>"Firing exchanged at Nagrota Military Station," Indian Army's White Knight Corps confirms.</span></li>
<li><span>"Several drones have been spotted in the Kutch district. A complete blackout will be implemented now," Minister of State of Gujarat posted on X.</span></li>
<li>Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah posted that explosions were heard across Srinagar on Saturday.&nbsp;
<p>"What the hell just happened to the ceasefire? Explosions heard across Srinagar!!!," he said in a post on X. In the next post, he added, "This is no ceasefire. The air defence units in the middle of Srinagar just opened up."&nbsp;</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">"Air defence units in the middle of Srinagar just opened up," says J&amp;K CM Omar Abdullah<br>.<br>.<br>.<br>.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Srinagar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Srinagar</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OmarAbdullah?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#OmarAbdullah</a> <a href="https://t.co/ZPoL2YUu94">pic.twitter.com/ZPoL2YUu94</a></p>
&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1921232166068916513?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 10, 2025</a></blockquote>
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<h2><strong>India-Pakistan ceasefire violated</strong></h2>
<p><span>Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said, "An understanding was reached this evening between the DGMOs of India and Pakistan to stop the military action that was going on for the last few days. For the last few hours, this understanding has been violated by Pakistan."</span></p>
<p><span>This comes hours after India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri confirmed on Saturday that India and Pakistan have agreed to a ceasefire with immediate effect from 17:00 on May 10. India's foreign minister S Jaishankar also confirmed that both countries worked together to stop "firing and military action."</span></p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/operation-sindoor-indian-armed-forces-strike-at-terrorist-camps-pahalgam-terror-attack-india-pakistan-9042302" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">LIVE | India-Pakistan Ceasefire News Updates: Blasts heard in Srinagar hours after ceasefire, blackout in various border cities</a></strong></p>

India: Just hours after India-Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire on Saturday (May 10), a series of explosions were heard in Srinagar and drones were seen in both Srinagar and Kutch, Gujarat.

Just hours after India-Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire on Saturday (May 10), a series of explosions were heard in Srinagar and drones were seen in both Srinagar and Kutch, Gujarat. Here are all the major updates: "Firing exchanged at Nagrota Military Station," Indian Army's White Knight Corps confirms. "Several drones have been spotted in the Kutch district. A complete blackout will be implemented now," Minister of State of Gujarat posted on X. Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah posted that explosions were heard across Srinagar on Saturday. "What the hell just happened to the ceasefire? Explosions heard across Srinagar!!!," he said in a post on X. In the next post, he added, "This is no ceasefire. The air defence units in the middle of Srinagar just opened up." "Air defence units in the middle of Srinagar just opened up," says J&K CM Omar Abdullah . . . .#Srinagar #OmarAbdullah pic.twitter.com/ZPoL2YUu94 — WION (@WIONews) May 10, 2025 India-Pakistan ceasefire violated Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said, "An understanding was reached this evening between the DGMOs of India and Pakistan to stop the military action that was going on for the last few days. For the last few hours, this understanding has been violated by Pakistan." This comes hours after India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri confirmed on Saturday that India and Pakistan have agreed to a ceasefire with immediate effect from 17:00 on May 10. India's foreign minister S Jaishankar also confirmed that both countries worked together to stop "firing and military action." Also read: LIVE | India-Pakistan Ceasefire News Updates: Blasts heard in Srinagar hours after ceasefire, blackout in various border cities

Indo-Pak ceasefire: Firing exchanged at Nagrota, drones in Kutch; India confirms Pakistan violated ceasefire | Check list of violations here

<p>Tensions between India and Pakistan rose sharply on Saturday (May 10) after Pakistan launched an attack on India's Jammu &amp; Kashmir after claiming missile attacks on three key airbases.</p>
<p>On May 9, Pakistan opened fire on BSF posts in the Jammu sector without any provocation. BSF is responding in a commensurate manner, causing widespread damage to posts and assets of Pakistan Rangers along the International Boundary. Our resolve to protect India's sovereignty is unshaken, BSF said.&nbsp;</p>
<h2><strong>Here are the major updates from Jammu and Kashmir:</strong></h2>
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<p>India is likely to have shot down Pakistan fighter jets between Baramulla- Budgam - and Srinagar; Search parties are out to locate the pilots, reports WION's Sidhant Sibal.</p>
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<li>As per Defence Sources cited by ANI, the Indian Army has destroyed Pakistani Posts and Terrorist Launch Pads from where Tube Launched Drones were being launched.
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Indian Army destroys Pakistani posts and terror launch pads used for tube-launched drone attacks near Jammu<br>.<br>.<br>.<br>.<br>Video: news agency ANI/defence sources <a href="https://t.co/1qirpBHgek">pic.twitter.com/1qirpBHgek</a></p>
&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1921021216493551664?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 10, 2025</a></blockquote>
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<li>India opened 5 gates of Reasi's Salal Dam built on the Chenab River.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Additional District Commissioner of J&amp;K's Rajouri Raj Kumar Thappa died in a blast.</li>
<li>"Devastating news from Rajouri. We have lost a dedicated officer of the J&amp;K Administration Services. Just yesterday he was accompanying the Deputy CM around the district &amp; attended the online meeting I chaired. Today the residence of the officer was hit by Pak shelling as they targeted Rajouri town killing our Additional District Development Commissioner Sh Raj Kumar Thappa. I&rsquo;ve no words to express my shock &amp; sadness at this terrible loss of life. May his soul rest in peace," J&amp;K CM Omar Abdullah posted on X.</li>
<li>Heavy shelling started in the Pargwal, Kana Chakk, and Chhamb sectors of the Akhnoor area.</li>
<li>Pakistani forces are targeting residential areas.&nbsp;</li>
<li>At the same time, blasts were also heard in Srinagar.&nbsp;</li>
<li>In the Rajouri region explosions caused property damage.</li>
<li>Smoke was seen in the Dibber area of Udhampur in Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday after a loud explosion was heard. People in the area also reported hearing air sirens, which caused concern.</li>
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<p>These events came just days after India launched Operation Sindoor, targeting nine terror camps in Pakistan.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Watch?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Watch</a> | Houses and property damaged in Rajouri region after a continuous series of explosions<br><br>(Source: ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IndiaPakistanWar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IndiaPakistanWar</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/JammuandKashmir?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#JammuandKashmir</a> <a href="https://t.co/RVQrQaShtC">pic.twitter.com/RVQrQaShtC</a></p>
&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1921004618504450415?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 10, 2025</a></blockquote>
<h2><strong>Pakistan continues shelling along the border</strong></h2>
<p>On Friday night (9 May), the Pakistani military again carried out heavy shelling across the International Border. This is the second night in a row that areas in Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab and Rajasthan have come under fire.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Smoke is seen rising after a loud explosion in Dibber area of Jammu &amp; Kashmir's Udhampur. Air sirens are being played.<br>.<br>.<br>.<br>.<br>Video: news agency ANI <a href="https://t.co/kdq4H9fw0G">pic.twitter.com/kdq4H9fw0G</a></p>
&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1921001226218483801?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 10, 2025</a></blockquote>
<h2 data-start="965" data-end="999"><strong>Drones spotted at 26 locations</strong></h2>
<p data-start="1001" data-end="1255" class="">The Ministry of Defence said drones were seen at 26 different places along the Line of Control and the International Border on Friday. Some of these drones were suspected to be carrying weapons and may have been aimed at both civilian and military areas.</p>

India News: Tensions between India and Pakistan rose sharply on Saturday (May 10) after Pakistan launched an attack on India's Jammu & Kashmir after claiming missile attacks on three key airbases.

Tensions between India and Pakistan rose sharply on Saturday (May 10) after Pakistan launched an attack on India's Jammu & Kashmir after claiming missile attacks on three key airbases. On May 9, Pakistan opened fire on BSF posts in the Jammu sector without any provocation. BSF is responding in a commensurate manner, causing widespread damage to posts and assets of Pakistan Rangers along the International Boundary. Our resolve to protect India's sovereignty is unshaken, BSF said. Here are the major updates from Jammu and Kashmir: India is likely to have shot down Pakistan fighter jets between Baramulla- Budgam - and Srinagar; Search parties are out to locate the pilots, reports WION's Sidhant Sibal. As per Defence Sources cited by ANI, the Indian Army has destroyed Pakistani Posts and Terrorist Launch Pads from where Tube Launched Drones were being launched. Indian Army destroys Pakistani posts and terror launch pads used for tube-launched drone attacks near Jammu . . . . Video: news agency ANI/defence sources pic.twitter.com/1qirpBHgek — WION (@WIONews) May 10, 2025 India opened 5 gates of Reasi's Salal Dam built on the Chenab River. Additional District Commissioner of J&K's Rajouri Raj Kumar Thappa died in a blast. "Devastating news from Rajouri. We have lost a dedicated officer of the J&K Administration Services. Just yesterday he was accompanying the Deputy CM around the district & attended the online meeting I chaired. Today the residence of the officer was hit by Pak shelling as they targeted Rajouri town killing our Additional District Development Commissioner Sh Raj Kumar Thappa. I’ve no words to express my shock & sadness at this terrible loss of life. May his soul rest in peace," J&K CM Omar Abdullah posted on X. Heavy shelling started in the Pargwal, Kana Chakk, and Chhamb sectors of the Akhnoor area. Pakistani forces are targeting residential areas. At the same time, blasts were also heard in Srinagar. In the Rajouri region explosions caused property damage. Smoke was seen in the Dibber area of Udhampur in Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday after a loud explosion was heard. People in the area also reported hearing air sirens, which caused concern. These events came just days after India launched Operation Sindoor, targeting nine terror camps in Pakistan. #Watch | Houses and property damaged in Rajouri region after a continuous series of explosions (Source: ANI) #IndiaPakistanWar #JammuandKashmir pic.twitter.com/RVQrQaShtC — WION (@WIONews) May 10, 2025 Pakistan continues shelling along the border On Friday night (9 May), the Pakistani military again carried out heavy shelling across the International Border. This is the second night in a row that areas in Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab and Rajasthan have come under fire. Smoke is seen rising after a loud explosion in Dibber area of Jammu & Kashmir's Udhampur. Air sirens are being played. . . . . Video: news agency ANI pic.twitter.com/kdq4H9fw0G — WION (@WIONews) May 10, 2025 Drones spotted at 26 locations The Ministry of Defence said drones were seen at 26 different places along the Line of Control and the International Border on Friday. Some of these drones were suspected to be carrying weapons and may have been aimed at both civilian and military areas.

Indo-Pak war: Rajouri Ad. District Commissioner Raj Kumar Thappa dies in blast in J&K; Indian Army destroys Pakistani posts, terrorist launchpads

<p><strong>Srinagar:</strong> A shikara boat capsized in the Dal Lake near Duck Park near Habak Crossing due to strong gusty winds. As per reports, the people on board swam to the banks of the lake and are all reported to be safe.</p>
<p>Officials said that the incident occurred on Friday afternoon when people were fishing in the Dal Lake near Duck Park. The boat was hit by the strong winds and capsized.<br><br>Videos of the incident were widely circulated and went viral due to the intensity of the visuals and people are seen braving the waves due to gusty winds while trying to swim ashore to safety.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Meanwhile, heavy rain triggered mudslides in Jammu and Kashmir&rsquo;s Ramban, following which the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway was closed.</p>
<p>Strong gusty winds accompanied by rain caused widespread disruption in Srinagar and surrounding areas on Friday, affecting air traffic, uprooting trees, and leading to the incident in Dal Lake where a boat capsized.</p>
<p>An official said that two IndiGo flights 6E896/2305 (Delhi&ndash;Srinagar&ndash;Delhi) and 6E214 (Mumbai&ndash;Srinagar&ndash;Jammu) were unable to land due to windstorms and were diverted to Chandigarh and Delhi respectively.</p>
<p><span><strong>Also Read |&nbsp;</strong></span><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/another-admission-of-supporting-terrorists-bilawal-bhutto-says-pakistan-has-a-past-days-after-ishaq-dar-backed-trf-9024913" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bilawal Bhutto says 'Pakistan has a past' in big admission of supporting terrorists, days after backing Pahalgam attackers</a></strong><br><br>On ground, several trees were uprooted along the SKICC road in Srinagar, causing a massive traffic jam. However, authorities later confirmed that the traffic had been restored after road clearance operations.<br>Weather forecasters reported that parts of South Kashmir and some areas of Central Kashmir received rainfall as the storm swept through the region.&nbsp;<br><br>The storm also led to brief power outages in several areas, compounding residents&rsquo; difficulties.</p>
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India News: Strong gusty winds accompanied by rain caused widespread disruption in Srinagar and surrounding areas on Friday, affecting air traffic, uprooting trees, and leading to the incident in Dal Lake where a boat capsized.

Srinagar: A shikara boat capsized in the Dal Lake near Duck Park near Habak Crossing due to strong gusty winds. As per reports, the people on board swam to the banks of the lake and are all reported to be safe. Officials said that the incident occurred on Friday afternoon when people were fishing in the Dal Lake near Duck Park. The boat was hit by the strong winds and capsized. Videos of the incident were widely circulated and went viral due to the intensity of the visuals and people are seen braving the waves due to gusty winds while trying to swim ashore to safety. View this post on Instagram A post shared by WION (@wionews) Also Read | Pakistan PM's call for 'credible' probe into Pahalgam terror attack rings hollow amid back-to-back admissions of terror links Meanwhile, heavy rain triggered mudslides in Jammu and Kashmir’s Ramban, following which the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway was closed. Strong gusty winds accompanied by rain caused widespread disruption in Srinagar and surrounding areas on Friday, affecting air traffic, uprooting trees, and leading to the incident in Dal Lake where a boat capsized. An official said that two IndiGo flights 6E896/2305 (Delhi–Srinagar–Delhi) and 6E214 (Mumbai–Srinagar–Jammu) were unable to land due to windstorms and were diverted to Chandigarh and Delhi respectively. Also Read | Bilawal Bhutto says 'Pakistan has a past' in big admission of supporting terrorists, days after backing Pahalgam attackers On ground, several trees were uprooted along the SKICC road in Srinagar, causing a massive traffic jam. However, authorities later confirmed that the traffic had been restored after road clearance operations. Weather forecasters reported that parts of South Kashmir and some areas of Central Kashmir received rainfall as the storm swept through the region. The storm also led to brief power outages in several areas, compounding residents’ difficulties. Also Read | Pulwama attack mastermind Masood Azhar makes first address in 20 years, vows to renew operations against India

Shikara capsizes in Dal Lake, Srinagar, due to strong gusty winds | WATCH

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has strongly condemned the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu & Kashmir, where one tourist was killed and 20 others injured. The assault, claimed by Pakistan-backed terror group TRF, took place just weeks ahead of the Amarnath Yatra. Security forces have launched a high-level probe, as Modi vowed justice for the victims. Watch this report for more updates!

Phalgam terror attack: Eye witnesses who escaped the terror attack explained the incident

<p>A day after the horrific terror attack in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-terror-attack-pm-modi-chairs-cabinet-committee-meeting-on-security-8994306">Pahalgam</a>, as many as 3337 passengers flew out of Srinagar in just six hours, in 20 flights, Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu said.&nbsp;</p>
<p>On Tuesday, terrorists opened fire at tourists in Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir, killing at least 26 people. Later, The Resistance Front (TRF), a shadow outfit of the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist group, claimed responsibility for the attack.&nbsp;</p>
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<h2>'Don't hike airfare'</h2>
<p>Union Minister Naidu confirmed that the Ministry issued strict instructions to all airline operators not to hike airfares.&nbsp;</p>
<p>He further said that the ministry is ensuring the safe travel of tourists from Srinagar, adding that fares are being monitored and kept at reasonable levels.&nbsp;</p>
<p>In addition to the four extra flights already announced, three more flights to Delhi have been added for today&mdash;IndiGo 6E 3203 (Dep: 1700, Arr: 1800), IndiGo 6E 3103 (Dep: 1800, Arr: 1930), and a SpiceJet flight scheduled to depart at 10:30 PM. All airlines operating from Srinagar have waived cancellation and rescheduling charges to support passengers," he said in a post on X.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The minister further assured that food and water are being provided at the airport and an extra tent has been set up outside for those waiting.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>"I&rsquo;m personally monitoring the situation and in constant touch with the Home Ministry &amp; airline operators. This is a time for solidarity. We stand with every citizen and will ensure all support needed," he said.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Earlier today, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) issued an advisory, urging all commercial airlines, including Air India and IndiGo, to increase flight frequency from Srinagar and waive penalties on booking changes.</p>
<p>"The advisory cited "unexpected demand from tourists" and emphasised the need for "uninterrupted connectivity from Srinagar to various destinations across India," DGCA said.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The airlines were further requested to provide all necessary assistance to tourists facing unexpected circumstances and challenges during this difficult time.&nbsp;</p>
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Civil Aviation Ministry is ensuring the safe travel of tourists from Srinagar, adding that fares are being monitored and kept at reasonable levels. India news

A day after the horrific terror attack in Pahalgam, as many as 3337 passengers flew out of Srinagar in just six hours, in 20 flights, Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu said. On Tuesday, terrorists opened fire at tourists in Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir, killing at least 26 people. Later, The Resistance Front (TRF), a shadow outfit of the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist group, claimed responsibility for the attack. Also read: Pahalgam Terror Attack Live: Cabinet Committee meet on Security headed by PM Modi underway 'Don't hike airfare' Union Minister Naidu confirmed that the Ministry issued strict instructions to all airline operators not to hike airfares. He further said that the ministry is ensuring the safe travel of tourists from Srinagar, adding that fares are being monitored and kept at reasonable levels. In addition to the four extra flights already announced, three more flights to Delhi have been added for today—IndiGo 6E 3203 (Dep: 1700, Arr: 1800), IndiGo 6E 3103 (Dep: 1800, Arr: 1930), and a SpiceJet flight scheduled to depart at 10:30 PM. All airlines operating from Srinagar have waived cancellation and rescheduling charges to support passengers," he said in a post on X. The minister further assured that food and water are being provided at the airport and an extra tent has been set up outside for those waiting. Also read: J&K terror attack: Not just the civilians, but the spirit of Pahalgam's unity was attacked on that meadow "I’m personally monitoring the situation and in constant touch with the Home Ministry & airline operators. This is a time for solidarity. We stand with every citizen and will ensure all support needed," he said. Earlier today, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) issued an advisory, urging all commercial airlines, including Air India and IndiGo, to increase flight frequency from Srinagar and waive penalties on booking changes. "The advisory cited "unexpected demand from tourists" and emphasised the need for "uninterrupted connectivity from Srinagar to various destinations across India," DGCA said. The airlines were further requested to provide all necessary assistance to tourists facing unexpected circumstances and challenges during this difficult time. Also read: 'World is still surviving...': Navy officer's wife bids emotional farewell to husband who died in J&K terror attack | Video

Over 3000 people flown out of Srinagar in just six hours as Pahalgam attack triggers panic

<p>After four long decades, Srinagar city witnessed a red-carpet film premiere in its lone theatre of the Emran Hashmi-starrer Bollywood movie 'Ground Zero'. The Premiere was attended by Actors like Emran Hashmi, Farhan Akhtar and Sai Tamhankar.</p>
<p>Ground Zero was shot in Kashmir Valley and the Plot of the film revolves around the Border Security Forces operation in which they execute terrorist Ghazi Baba, who was involved in the 2001 parliament attack. In the film, Emraan Hashmi takes on the role of a BSF commandant, Narendra Nath Dhar Dubey.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The first screening of the film was kept specially for the soldiers of the Border Security Forces posted in the Kashmir Valley.&nbsp;</p>
<p>''It&rsquo;s a landmark event to hold a film premiere at Srinagar after 38 long years. It&rsquo;s a great thing, ''said Emraan Hashmi, Actor.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Kashmir Valley used to be Hindi Film Industry's favourite destination for decades before the insurgency. &nbsp;And in the last few years, the Jammu and Kashmir Government is working for the revival of film tourism in the Valley. Hundreds of film shoots have taken place in the Valley in the last few years, and the government also revised the J&amp;K Film Policy in 2024 where a Single Window portal for Film Shooting Permissions and Subsidies was started.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The locals in the Kashmir Valley have been excited to witness a film premiere. The younger generation has been very&nbsp;</p>
<p>''As a local, we are very excited. We have seen these things in Bombay, and seeing it in Srinagar is a great feeling' 'Said Aaqib, A Local.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Ground Zero Movie will be released in the theatres on April 25.&nbsp;</p>

Ground Zero was shot in Kashmir Valley and the Plot of the film revolves around the Border Security Forces operation in which they execute terrorist Ghazi Baba, who was involved in the 2001 parliament attack. India news | Entertainment

After four long decades, Srinagar city witnessed a red-carpet film premiere in its lone theatre of the Emran Hashmi-starrer Bollywood movie 'Ground Zero'. The Premiere was attended by Actors like Emran Hashmi, Farhan Akhtar and Sai Tamhankar. Ground Zero was shot in Kashmir Valley and the Plot of the film revolves around the Border Security Forces operation in which they execute terrorist Ghazi Baba, who was involved in the 2001 parliament attack. In the film, Emraan Hashmi takes on the role of a BSF commandant, Narendra Nath Dhar Dubey. The first screening of the film was kept specially for the soldiers of the Border Security Forces posted in the Kashmir Valley. ''It’s a landmark event to hold a film premiere at Srinagar after 38 long years. It’s a great thing, ''said Emraan Hashmi, Actor. Also read | Final farewell to a legend: Manoj Kumar's family immersed the late Bollywood icon's ashes in Ganga Kashmir Valley used to be Hindi Film Industry's favourite destination for decades before the insurgency. And in the last few years, the Jammu and Kashmir Government is working for the revival of film tourism in the Valley. Hundreds of film shoots have taken place in the Valley in the last few years, and the government also revised the J&K Film Policy in 2024 where a Single Window portal for Film Shooting Permissions and Subsidies was started. The locals in the Kashmir Valley have been excited to witness a film premiere. The younger generation has been very ''As a local, we are very excited. We have seen these things in Bombay, and seeing it in Srinagar is a great feeling' 'Said Aaqib, A Local. Ground Zero Movie will be released in the theatres on April 25.

Bollywood film premieres at Srinagar’s lone theatre after four decades

<p><strong>Srinagar:</strong> Over half a million visitors have visited Asia&rsquo;s Largest Tulip Garden in Srinagar in just 15 days of its opening, breaking all its previous records. Nestled between the Dal Lake and Zabarwan hills, Asia&rsquo;s largest tulip garden in Srinagar has over 1.7 million tulips of 74 varieties this year. And it remains one of the main attractions for the tourists visiting the valley in the spring season.</p>
<p>The tulip garden in Srinagar has witnessed a record number of visitors in 15 days since it was opened to the public. All the previous records of tourist footfall have been broken this year. Over half a million people have already visited the garden.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Since the tulips are in full bloom, the garden looks no less than a floral wonderland.</p>
<p>&ldquo;We are very much overwhelmed by the response of the tourists that they have shown to us. This iconic garden has been very successful in captivating the attention of tourists from across the world. We have crossed half a million tourists in just fifteen days, which is a new record. Last year, we witnessed around 4.46 lakh tourists in 33 days, and this record was broken in just fifteen days this year. It&rsquo;s a big milestone for us,&rdquo; said Asif Ahmad Itoo, Floriculture Officer.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The tulip garden has played a major role in attracting tourists to Kashmir Valley during the spring season. And seeing the huge rush of visitors, the government has opened the garden much before the earlier time. It used to open in the first week of April, and this time it was opened a week earlier on March 26. The tourists are flocking to the garden in huge numbers.</p>
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<p>&ldquo;It was very nice, and it&rsquo;s very beautiful. Every tulip is fully blossomed and looks so surreal and out of this world, and the view of these lines of tulips, one after another, is just breathtaking. I saw this garden three years ago but it was not as blossomed as it is right now and it&rsquo;s looking so beautiful,&rdquo; said Saumya, a tourist</p>
<p>Hundreds of gardeners and staff work day and night to prepare the garden for public viewing. It takes around 6 months to get the garden ready, and huge planning is done much earlier before the opening of the garden.</p>
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<p>&ldquo;I am loving it, I am not a flower aficionado but looking at these tulips and the variety I am seeing here&hellip; I&rsquo;ve never seen before. Even in Delhi&rsquo;s Mughal Garden, we have tulips, but that is nothing in comparison to this. Seeing the blooming tulip in the fields is just breathtaking,&rdquo; said Vipul, another tourist.</p>
<p>The garden was set up in 2008 when Ghulam Nabi Azad was the chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir. A few years ago, the garden was included in the World Book of Records (London) as Asia&rsquo;s largest tulip garden.</p>
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India News: Last year, we witnessed around 4.46 lakh tourists in 33 days, and this record was broken in just fifteen days this year. It’s a big milestone for us, said Asif Ahmad Itoo, Floriculture Officer.

Srinagar: Over half a million visitors have visited Asia’s Largest Tulip Garden in Srinagar in just 15 days of its opening, breaking all its previous records. Nestled between the Dal Lake and Zabarwan hills, Asia’s largest tulip garden in Srinagar has over 1.7 million tulips of 74 varieties this year. And it remains one of the main attractions for the tourists visiting the valley in the spring season. The tulip garden in Srinagar has witnessed a record number of visitors in 15 days since it was opened to the public. All the previous records of tourist footfall have been broken this year. Over half a million people have already visited the garden. Also read | UPI services face third outage in three weeks, thousands of users report difficulties Since the tulips are in full bloom, the garden looks no less than a floral wonderland. “We are very much overwhelmed by the response of the tourists that they have shown to us. This iconic garden has been very successful in captivating the attention of tourists from across the world. We have crossed half a million tourists in just fifteen days, which is a new record. Last year, we witnessed around 4.46 lakh tourists in 33 days, and this record was broken in just fifteen days this year. It’s a big milestone for us,” said Asif Ahmad Itoo, Floriculture Officer. The tulip garden has played a major role in attracting tourists to Kashmir Valley during the spring season. And seeing the huge rush of visitors, the government has opened the garden much before the earlier time. It used to open in the first week of April, and this time it was opened a week earlier on March 26. The tourists are flocking to the garden in huge numbers. Also read | Iran seeks 'fair and honourable' deal as Trump says Tehran 'can't have a nuclear weapon' “It was very nice, and it’s very beautiful. Every tulip is fully blossomed and looks so surreal and out of this world, and the view of these lines of tulips, one after another, is just breathtaking. I saw this garden three years ago but it was not as blossomed as it is right now and it’s looking so beautiful,” said Saumya, a tourist Hundreds of gardeners and staff work day and night to prepare the garden for public viewing. It takes around 6 months to get the garden ready, and huge planning is done much earlier before the opening of the garden. Also Read | J&K: Three terrorists killed in Kishtwar encounter, operation continues “I am loving it, I am not a flower aficionado but looking at these tulips and the variety I am seeing here… I’ve never seen before. Even in Delhi’s Mughal Garden, we have tulips, but that is nothing in comparison to this. Seeing the blooming tulip in the fields is just breathtaking,” said Vipul, another tourist. The garden was set up in 2008 when Ghulam Nabi Azad was the chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir. A few years ago, the garden was included in the World Book of Records (London) as Asia’s largest tulip garden. Also read: Kashmiri Pandits demand a bill like Waqf for preserving temple and associated properties in Jammu and Kashmir

Half a million tourists visit Kashmir’s famous Tulip Garden in 15 days, set new footfall record

Asia’s largest tulip garden, located in Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, is set to open to the public on March 26. With millions of vibrant tulips in full bloom, the garden is a must-visit attraction for nature lovers and tourists. Watch this report!

J&K: Asia's largest tulip garden to public from March 26

<p>Massive fire breaks out in Sonmarg market Srinagar, Feb 8 (PTI) A massive fire broke out in the market of the famous resort town of Sonmarg in Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday, officials said.</p>
<p>The fire, which started from a restaurant quickly spread to the adjacent shops in the Sonmarg market, they said.</p>
<p>Fire tenders are on the spot, working to bring the fire under control, officials added.</p>
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<p>Meanwhile, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said he was in constant touch with the local administration to ensure all possible assistance.</p>
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<p>"Deeply saddened by the devastating fire incident in the Sonmarg market. My office is in constant touch with the local administration to ensure all possible assistance reaches those in need. My thoughts and prayers are with the affected families and businesses. In this difficult time, we stand in solidarity with you and will do everything possible to support your recovery," Abdullah posted on X.</p>
<p><em>Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.</em></p>

India news: Fire started from a restaurant quickly spread to the adjacent shops in the Sonmarg market. Fire tenders are on the spot, working to bring the fire under control. 

Massive fire breaks out in Sonmarg market Srinagar, Feb 8 (PTI) A massive fire broke out in the market of the famous resort town of Sonmarg in Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday, officials said. The fire, which started from a restaurant quickly spread to the adjacent shops in the Sonmarg market, they said. Fire tenders are on the spot, working to bring the fire under control, officials added. Also read: Jammu and Kashmir braces for severe and harsh winter with La Niña impact Meanwhile, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said he was in constant touch with the local administration to ensure all possible assistance. Also read: Five Indian Army soldiers killed as vehicle falls into gorge in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch "Deeply saddened by the devastating fire incident in the Sonmarg market. My office is in constant touch with the local administration to ensure all possible assistance reaches those in need. My thoughts and prayers are with the affected families and businesses. In this difficult time, we stand in solidarity with you and will do everything possible to support your recovery," Abdullah posted on X. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Massive fire breaks out in J&K's Sonamarg market

<p>As the 'Chillai Kalan' - coldest period of 40 days in the Kashmir Valley - is nearing its end, the temperatures across Kashmir Valley and Ladakh have drastically dropped yet again. The cold wave conditions during the nights have returned with most part of the region recording below freezing temperatures.</p>
<p>Jammu and Kashmir, including Ladakh have been battling severe cold wave conditions for the last many weeks with Srinagar on Monday recording a minimum temperature of minus 5.5 degrees Celsius.</p>
<p>The severity of the cold wave across the region has intensified further due to clear skies and no precipitation. Kashmir Valley and Ladakh region have been continuously reeling under excruciating cold waves and the temperatures across the division are dipping every day.</p>
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<p>South Kashmir remains one of the coldest areas in the Kashmir division. The Khudwani area in South Kashmir saw the night temperature settle at minus 6.5 degrees. The tourist resort of Pahalgam recorded a minimum of minus 6.4 degrees while Shopian district observed a minimum of 6.1 degrees Celsius. The World Famous Ski resort of Gulmarg, in North Kashmir's Baramulla district experienced a freezing night temperature of minus 5.2 degrees, while the minimum in Sonamarg was minus 6.6 degrees. &nbsp;</p>
<p>South Kashmir's Pulwama district saw the minimum temperature settle at minus 6.1 degrees. Bandipora recorded a night temperature of 4.7 and Baramulla was at minus 3.6 degrees. &nbsp;</p>
<p>Ladakh region has been battling cold wave conditions as well. The Leh town recorded a minimum temperature of minus 11.7 degrees. While Kargil was at minus 14.3 degrees. Dras was at minus 22.5 degrees while the coldest place in North India still remains Zojila at minus 24 degrees.</p>
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<p>The MeT Department of Kashmir Valley has predicted La Nina effect which means cooler than average sea surface temperatures across central and eastern Pacific. This weather change mostly impacts the wind circulation patterns leading to more rains and snow. The MeT department has predicted that the winter period will prolong and will be very harsh in terms of temperature as well as rain and snow.</p>
<p>Meanwhile, for the next 24 hours the Met department has predicted clear skies and further dip in temperature. The weather will be dry till January 29 and thereafter until January 31, there are chances of snow across various parts of the region.</p>

India News | Jammu and Kashmir, including Ladakh have been battling severe cold wave conditions for the last many weeks with Srinagar on Monday recording a minimum temperature of minus 5.5 degrees Celsius.

As the 'Chillai Kalan' - coldest period of 40 days in the Kashmir Valley - is nearing its end, the temperatures across Kashmir Valley and Ladakh have drastically dropped yet again. The cold wave conditions during the nights have returned with most part of the region recording below freezing temperatures. Jammu and Kashmir, including Ladakh have been battling severe cold wave conditions for the last many weeks with Srinagar on Monday recording a minimum temperature of minus 5.5 degrees Celsius. The severity of the cold wave across the region has intensified further due to clear skies and no precipitation. Kashmir Valley and Ladakh region have been continuously reeling under excruciating cold waves and the temperatures across the division are dipping every day. Also Read: Vande Bharat train reaches Srinagar for the first time ever in successful trial run South Kashmir remains one of the coldest areas in the Kashmir division. The Khudwani area in South Kashmir saw the night temperature settle at minus 6.5 degrees. The tourist resort of Pahalgam recorded a minimum of minus 6.4 degrees while Shopian district observed a minimum of 6.1 degrees Celsius. The World Famous Ski resort of Gulmarg, in North Kashmir's Baramulla district experienced a freezing night temperature of minus 5.2 degrees, while the minimum in Sonamarg was minus 6.6 degrees. South Kashmir's Pulwama district saw the minimum temperature settle at minus 6.1 degrees. Bandipora recorded a night temperature of 4.7 and Baramulla was at minus 3.6 degrees. Ladakh region has been battling cold wave conditions as well. The Leh town recorded a minimum temperature of minus 11.7 degrees. While Kargil was at minus 14.3 degrees. Dras was at minus 22.5 degrees while the coldest place in North India still remains Zojila at minus 24 degrees. Also Read: Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: NASA astronaut shares breathtaking PICS of 'well lit' Kumbh from space station The MeT Department of Kashmir Valley has predicted La Nina effect which means cooler than average sea surface temperatures across central and eastern Pacific. This weather change mostly impacts the wind circulation patterns leading to more rains and snow. The MeT department has predicted that the winter period will prolong and will be very harsh in terms of temperature as well as rain and snow. Meanwhile, for the next 24 hours the Met department has predicted clear skies and further dip in temperature. The weather will be dry till January 29 and thereafter until January 31, there are chances of snow across various parts of the region.

Srinagar freezes at minus 5.5 degrees, while Zojila remains the coldest at minus 24

<p><strong>Srinagar:</strong> The Srinagar Smart City project has been hit by accusations of corruption worth crores of rupees. The Anti-Corruption Bureau has booked two employees associated with the project for disproportionate assets. The Anti-Corruption Bureau J&amp;K is now looking at the other works under the project and has started an investigation.</p>
<p>The Anti-Corruption Bureau J&amp;K registered enquiries related to misappropriation of Devri Stones and use of substandard material in the Srinagar Smart City Project. The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has registered a Preliminary Enquiry (PE) at Police Station Anti-Corruption Bureau Srinagar following reliable inputs indicating the misappropriation of funds for materials, including Devari Stones, Path Tiles, Iron Grilles, etc. in Srinagar City. The material for the revamp and beautification under the Srinagar Smart City project is suspected to have been either unaccounted for or allegedly sold in the open market for personal gains.</p>
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<p>The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) also registered 2nd Preliminary Enquiry (PE) No. 02/2025 in Police Station Anti-Corruption Bureau Srinagar with regard to use of substandard material in ongoing development work at Foreshore Road Nishat in Srinagar City for cycle track, footpath facing Dal Lake, viewing decks, etc. from Nishat up to Naseem Bagh PHC (Public Health Centre). The officers of Srinagar Smart City, in connivance with the beneficiary contractor, also deliberately avoided the mandatory procedures, thereby compromising the quality of work.</p>
<p>&ldquo;I think it&rsquo;s very unfortunate and should not have happened. We already had doubts regarding the same, as the work was done with such pace and hurry and the many norms were flouted. I had addressed a presser on the same, which was criticised by the opponents. I had said that it&rsquo;s not a smart city but a small city, they made the city look shabby, and it was all done in a shady way. You look at it as the construction is already in a bad state; the stones are coming out. We have to take everyone on board and consult before making anything. They ruined the Polo View Market,&rdquo; said Salman Sagar, MLA Hazratbal, National Conference.</p>
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<p>The Srinagar Smart City Project is part of the Ministry of Urban Development (MoUD) project of the Government of India. The project for Srinagar was approved in April 2017 with a budget of over Rs 3535 crore for area-based development and other urban solutions, including road and transport.</p>
<p>&ldquo;The smart city project was working very well as they renovated parts of the city, including the Clock Tower, which has become the main attraction, but now the corruption cases being exposed have shocked everyone. In today&rsquo;s digital age, these officers who do bungling should be taken to task. It&rsquo;s our tax money that is being used for these projects, and these officers even do corruption in these cases. If these officers had some fear, they would never have done this. The LG administration should look into this. Strict action should be taken against these officers,&rdquo; said Muneer, a local resident.</p>
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<p><br>The cases were registered following a secret inquiry by the ACB into the allegations against the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Executive Engineer.<br><br>The CFO has been booked under Section 13(1)(b) read with 13(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, for possessing assets disproportionate to his known sources of income.&nbsp;<br><br>The Executive Engineer has also been found to be involved in committing an offence under Section 13(1)(b) read with 13(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, for possessing assets disproportionate to his known sources of income.</p>
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<p>The Smart City Mission was launched by the Ministry of Urban Development (MOUD) Government of India, in which 100 cities were selected for urban renewal and retrofitting.</p>

India News: The Smart City Project for Srinagar was approved in April 2017 with a budget of over Rs 3535 crore for area-based development and other urban solutions, including road and transport.

Srinagar: The Srinagar Smart City project has been hit by accusations of corruption worth crores of rupees. The Anti-Corruption Bureau has booked two employees associated with the project for disproportionate assets. The Anti-Corruption Bureau J&K is now looking at the other works under the project and has started an investigation. The Anti-Corruption Bureau J&K registered enquiries related to misappropriation of Devri Stones and use of substandard material in the Srinagar Smart City Project. The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has registered a Preliminary Enquiry (PE) at Police Station Anti-Corruption Bureau Srinagar following reliable inputs indicating the misappropriation of funds for materials, including Devari Stones, Path Tiles, Iron Grilles, etc. in Srinagar City. The material for the revamp and beautification under the Srinagar Smart City project is suspected to have been either unaccounted for or allegedly sold in the open market for personal gains. Also Read | ISRO's SpaDeX Mission successful: India becomes 4th nation to accomplish space docking The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) also registered 2nd Preliminary Enquiry (PE) No. 02/2025 in Police Station Anti-Corruption Bureau Srinagar with regard to use of substandard material in ongoing development work at Foreshore Road Nishat in Srinagar City for cycle track, footpath facing Dal Lake, viewing decks, etc. from Nishat up to Naseem Bagh PHC (Public Health Centre). The officers of Srinagar Smart City, in connivance with the beneficiary contractor, also deliberately avoided the mandatory procedures, thereby compromising the quality of work. “I think it’s very unfortunate and should not have happened. We already had doubts regarding the same, as the work was done with such pace and hurry and the many norms were flouted. I had addressed a presser on the same, which was criticised by the opponents. I had said that it’s not a smart city but a small city, they made the city look shabby, and it was all done in a shady way. You look at it as the construction is already in a bad state; the stones are coming out. We have to take everyone on board and consult before making anything. They ruined the Polo View Market,” said Salman Sagar, MLA Hazratbal, National Conference. Also Read | Trump is not the first US president to think about buying Greenland. A look at the geopolitics of the Arctic The Srinagar Smart City Project is part of the Ministry of Urban Development (MoUD) project of the Government of India. The project for Srinagar was approved in April 2017 with a budget of over Rs 3535 crore for area-based development and other urban solutions, including road and transport. “The smart city project was working very well as they renovated parts of the city, including the Clock Tower, which has become the main attraction, but now the corruption cases being exposed have shocked everyone. In today’s digital age, these officers who do bungling should be taken to task. It’s our tax money that is being used for these projects, and these officers even do corruption in these cases. If these officers had some fear, they would never have done this. The LG administration should look into this. Strict action should be taken against these officers,” said Muneer, a local resident. Also Read | Gaza ceasefire: Biden and Trump - two presidents, one truce, who gets the credit? The cases were registered following a secret inquiry by the ACB into the allegations against the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Executive Engineer. The CFO has been booked under Section 13(1)(b) read with 13(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, for possessing assets disproportionate to his known sources of income. The Executive Engineer has also been found to be involved in committing an offence under Section 13(1)(b) read with 13(2) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, for possessing assets disproportionate to his known sources of income. Also read | Watch: Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin makes debut launch of New Glenn rocket The Smart City Mission was launched by the Ministry of Urban Development (MOUD) Government of India, in which 100 cities were selected for urban renewal and retrofitting.

Srinagar Smart City Project hit by corruption, bungling worth crores reported

<p><span class="region">Srinagar, India</span>
<p>The harshest period of cold called ''Chilai Kalan'' is yet to start in the Kashmir Valley but the continuing dip in temperatures has led to severe cold wave conditions across the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. The sub-zero temperatures in the valley have led to the freezing of many water bodies.</p></p>
<p>Drung Waterfall close to Gulmarg has frozen completely and turned into a movie scene from the Film Frozen. Hundreds of tourists are visiting the area to witness the unique scene of the frozen waterfall and the whole place looks no less than a winter wonderland.</p>
<p>''It's very nice here and I come from Rajasthan. And this frozen waterfall is so amazing to look at and we are enjoying the cold. It's very lovely here and Kashmir is so beautiful and only when you visit you realise how beautiful it is. We have only seen these things in film and Kashmir in reality is much more beautiful", said Sharaddha Amita, a tourist.</p>
<p><strong>Watch: India: Bone-Chilling Cold Wave Engulfs Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh</strong></p>
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<p>The Drung has been recording temperature of minus 12 degrees and the intensity of cold has led to the freezing of many water bodies across the Valley. While the locals have been eagerly waiting for the cold wave conditions to subside, the tourists visiting the region are enjoying every bit of it.</p>
<p>Drung Frozen Waterfall has become a major tourist attraction and is being flocked by tourists to witness the natural spectacle. It has turned into a mesmerising sight, particularly capturing the attention of vloggers and content creators. The waterfall has become a must-see destination for tourists this winter.</p>
<p>''This frozen waterfall is so good.  I belong to Rajasthan and I travel a lot, I have seen Himachal and many other places which have snow but the experience we have had here is very different, unique and beautiful. People should come here and the frozen waterfall behind me in Drung Valley is so unique and I have seen such a waterfall for the first time. I will tell everyone that they should come and visit Kashmir,"' said Anand, a tourist.</p>
<p><strong>Also read: <a data-ved="2ahUKEwjEztf2_7CKAxWSqFYBHc0uN4YQxfQBKAB6BAgNEAE" href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/braving-severe-cold-these-farmers-jump-into-frozen-lake-to-harvest-lotus-stem-783495" jsname="YKoRaf" ping="/url?sa=t&amp;source=web&amp;rct=j&amp;opi=89978449&amp;url=https://www.wionews.com/india-news/braving-severe-cold-these-farmers-jump-into-frozen-lake-to-harvest-lotus-stem-783495&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjEztf2_7CKAxWSqFYBHc0uN4YQxfQBKAB6BAgNEAE">Braving severe cold, these farmers jump into frozen lake in Kashmir to harvest lotus stems</a></strong></p>
<p>The MeT Department of Kashmir Valley has attributed the weather condition in the region to the La Nina effect, which means cooler than average sea surface temperatures across the central and eastern Pacific. This weather change mostly impacts the wind circulation patterns leading to more rains and snow. The MeT department has predicted a prolonged winter, which is going to be very harsh in terms of dropping temperature as well as rain and snow. As we head towards the 'Chillai Kalan, which is the coldest period of 40 days starting December 21, the La Nina effect will multiply the impact of cold and precipitation in the Valley.</p>
<p>The Met Department has predicted generally dry weather till December 21. There on chances of snow will increase with the weather again turning dry from December 23, which means a further dip in the temperature.</p>


Drung Waterfall close to Gulmarg has frozen completely and turned into a movie scene from the Film Frozen. Hundreds of tourists are visiting the area to witness the unique scene of the frozen waterfall and the whole place looks no less than a winter wonderland.



Srinagar, India The harshest period of cold called ''Chilai Kalan'' is yet to start in the Kashmir Valley but the continuing dip in temperatures has led to severe cold wave conditions across the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. The sub-zero temperatures in the valley have led to the freezing of many water bodies. Drung Waterfall close to Gulmarg has frozen completely and turned into a movie scene from the Film Frozen. Hundreds of tourists are visiting the area to witness the unique scene of the frozen waterfall and the whole place looks no less than a winter wonderland. ''It's very nice here and I come from Rajasthan. And this frozen waterfall is so amazing to look at and we are enjoying the cold. It's very lovely here and Kashmir is so beautiful and only when you visit you realise how beautiful it is. We have only seen these things in film and Kashmir in reality is much more beautiful", said Sharaddha Amita, a tourist. Watch: India: Bone-Chilling Cold Wave Engulfs Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh × The Drung has been recording temperature of minus 12 degrees and the intensity of cold has led to the freezing of many water bodies across the Valley. While the locals have been eagerly waiting for the cold wave conditions to subside, the tourists visiting the region are enjoying every bit of it. Drung Frozen Waterfall has become a major tourist attraction and is being flocked by tourists to witness the natural spectacle. It has turned into a mesmerising sight, particularly capturing the attention of vloggers and content creators. The waterfall has become a must-see destination for tourists this winter. ''This frozen waterfall is so good. I belong to Rajasthan and I travel a lot, I have seen Himachal and many other places which have snow but the experience we have had here is very different, unique and beautiful. People should come here and the frozen waterfall behind me in Drung Valley is so unique and I have seen such a waterfall for the first time. I will tell everyone that they should come and visit Kashmir,"' said Anand, a tourist. Also read: Braving severe cold, these farmers jump into frozen lake in Kashmir to harvest lotus stems The MeT Department of Kashmir Valley has attributed the weather condition in the region to the La Nina effect, which means cooler than average sea surface temperatures across the central and eastern Pacific. This weather change mostly impacts the wind circulation patterns leading to more rains and snow. The MeT department has predicted a prolonged winter, which is going to be very harsh in terms of dropping temperature as well as rain and snow. As we head towards the 'Chillai Kalan, which is the coldest period of 40 days starting December 21, the La Nina effect will multiply the impact of cold and precipitation in the Valley. The Met Department has predicted generally dry weather till December 21. There on chances of snow will increase with the weather again turning dry from December 23, which means a further dip in the temperature.

Cold wave leads to freezing of key water bodies in India's Jammu & Kashmir

Traveling to Kashmir for your holidays has just got a lot easier. The highly anticipated Vande Bharat train service from Srinagar to New Delhi is all set to be inaugurated from the 26th of January next year. This is the first time in the history of Independent India that the Kashmir Valley is going to be connected to the rest of India via a direct rail link. Watch this report to know more!

Delhi To Srinagar: Vande Train Service To Be Inaugurated On January 26

<p>The harshest period of cold called ''Chilai Kalan'' is yet to start in the Kashmir Valley but the continuing&nbsp;dip in temperatures has led to severe cold wave conditions across the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. The sub-zero temperatures in the valley have led to the freezing of many water bodies.</p>

<p>Drung Waterfall close to Gulmarg has frozen completely and turned into a movie scene from the Film Frozen. Hundreds of tourists are visiting the area to witness the unique scene of the frozen waterfall and the whole place looks no less than a winter wonderland.</p>

<p>''It's very nice here and I come from Rajasthan. And this frozen waterfall is so amazing to look at and we are enjoying the cold. It's very lovely here and Kashmir is so beautiful and only when you visit you realise how beautiful it is. We have only seen these things in film and Kashmir in reality is much more beautiful", said Sharaddha Amita, a tourist.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;India: Bone-Chilling Cold Wave Engulfs Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh</strong></p>

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<p>The Drung has been recording temperature of&nbsp;minus 12 degrees and the intensity of&nbsp;cold has led to the freezing of many water bodies across the Valley. While the locals have been eagerly waiting for the cold wave conditions to subside, the tourists visiting the region are enjoying every bit of it.</p>

<p>Drung Frozen Waterfall has become a major tourist attraction and is being flocked by tourists to witness the natural spectacle. It has turned into a mesmerising sight,&nbsp;particularly capturing&nbsp;the attention of vloggers and content creators. The waterfall has become a must-see destination for tourists this winter.</p>

<p>''This frozen waterfall is so good. &nbsp;I belong to Rajasthan and I travel a lot, I have seen Himachal and many other places which have snow but the experience we have had here is very different, unique and beautiful. People should come here and the frozen waterfall behind me in Drung Valley is so unique and I have seen such a waterfall for the first time. I will tell everyone that they should come and visit Kashmir,"' said Anand, a tourist.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a data-ved="2ahUKEwjEztf2_7CKAxWSqFYBHc0uN4YQxfQBKAB6BAgNEAE" href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/braving-severe-cold-these-farmers-jump-into-frozen-lake-to-harvest-lotus-stem-783495" jsname="YKoRaf" ping="/url?sa=t&amp;source=web&amp;rct=j&amp;opi=89978449&amp;url=https://www.wionews.com/india-news/braving-severe-cold-these-farmers-jump-into-frozen-lake-to-harvest-lotus-stem-783495&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjEztf2_7CKAxWSqFYBHc0uN4YQxfQBKAB6BAgNEAE">Braving severe cold, these farmers jump into frozen lake in Kashmir to harvest lotus stems</a></strong></p>

<p>The MeT Department of Kashmir Valley has attributed the weather condition in the region to&nbsp;the La Nina effect, which means cooler than average sea surface temperatures across the central and eastern Pacific. This weather change mostly impacts the wind circulation patterns leading to more rains and snow. The MeT department has predicted a prolonged winter, which is going to be&nbsp;very harsh in terms of dropping temperature as well as rain&nbsp;and snow. As we head towards the 'Chillai Kalan, which is the coldest period of 40 days starting December 21, the La Nina effect will multiply the impact of cold and precipitation in the Valley.</p>

<p>The Met Department has predicted generally dry weather till December 21. There on&nbsp;chances of snow will increase with the weather&nbsp;again turning&nbsp;dry from December 23, which means a further dip in the temperature.</p>


The harshest period of cold called ''Chilai Kalan'' is yet to start in the Kashmir Valley but the continuing dip in temperatures has led to severe cold wave conditions across the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.

The harshest period of cold called ''Chilai Kalan'' is yet to start in the Kashmir Valley but the continuing dip in temperatures has led to severe cold wave conditions across the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. The sub-zero temperatures in the valley have led to the freezing of many water bodies. Drung Waterfall close to Gulmarg has frozen completely and turned into a movie scene from the Film Frozen. Hundreds of tourists are visiting the area to witness the unique scene of the frozen waterfall and the whole place looks no less than a winter wonderland. ''It's very nice here and I come from Rajasthan. And this frozen waterfall is so amazing to look at and we are enjoying the cold. It's very lovely here and Kashmir is so beautiful and only when you visit you realise how beautiful it is. We have only seen these things in film and Kashmir in reality is much more beautiful", said Sharaddha Amita, a tourist. Watch: India: Bone-Chilling Cold Wave Engulfs Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh × The Drung has been recording temperature of minus 12 degrees and the intensity of cold has led to the freezing of many water bodies across the Valley. While the locals have been eagerly waiting for the cold wave conditions to subside, the tourists visiting the region are enjoying every bit of it. Drung Frozen Waterfall has become a major tourist attraction and is being flocked by tourists to witness the natural spectacle. It has turned into a mesmerising sight, particularly capturing the attention of vloggers and content creators. The waterfall has become a must-see destination for tourists this winter. ''This frozen waterfall is so good. I belong to Rajasthan and I travel a lot, I have seen Himachal and many other places which have snow but the experience we have had here is very different, unique and beautiful. People should come here and the frozen waterfall behind me in Drung Valley is so unique and I have seen such a waterfall for the first time. I will tell everyone that they should come and visit Kashmir,"' said Anand, a tourist. Also read: Braving severe cold, these farmers jump into frozen lake in Kashmir to harvest lotus stems The MeT Department of Kashmir Valley has attributed the weather condition in the region to the La Nina effect, which means cooler than average sea surface temperatures across the central and eastern Pacific. This weather change mostly impacts the wind circulation patterns leading to more rains and snow. The MeT department has predicted a prolonged winter, which is going to be very harsh in terms of dropping temperature as well as rain and snow. As we head towards the 'Chillai Kalan, which is the coldest period of 40 days starting December 21, the La Nina effect will multiply the impact of cold and precipitation in the Valley. The Met Department has predicted generally dry weather till December 21. There on chances of snow will increase with the weather again turning dry from December 23, which means a further dip in the temperature.

<p><span class="region">Srinagar</span>
<p>It is for the first time in the history of Independent India that Kashmir Valley would be connected to the rest of the country via rail link. The Srinagar-New Delhi rail link has been in the making for the last 20 years and finally, the time has come for Srinagar to be connected to New Delhi via rail. </p></p>
<p>According to government sources, the Vande Bharat train service from New Delhi to Srinagar will be inaugurated on January 26, 2025.</p>
<p>Kashmiri people have been waiting for decades for the Srinagar-New Delhi rail link. Since the announcement of Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav saying a historic milestone has been achieved by completing the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link, there has been cheer among every community in the Valley, from businessmen to students, and from tourists to non-local workers.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-heavy-snowfall-in-kashmir-brings-cheer-among-tourists-turns-valley-into-winter-wonderland-782646"><strong>Also read: India: Heavy snowfall in Kashmir cheers tourists, turns valley into winter wonderland</strong></a></p>
<p>The tourist stakeholders have been the happiest with the news of the rail link between Srinagar-New Delhi as Kashmir Valley is a tourist destination, and the maximum impact of having a rail link will be on this industry. </p>
<p>Kashmir Valley is waiting for a tourist boom after the start of the service, as it would be a cheap and easy mode of transport while coming to the Valley.</p>
<p>''This is a welcome step and a historic development; it was our long-pending demand that we should get train connectivity from all metro cities. Budget tourism wasn't possible, and those tourists were not able to come here. It's a dream of everyone to come to Kashmir once in their life. It's a great step and will boost tourism and many other sectors. We are very hopeful that it will help the tourism sector. The train won't only have one season but also all other seasons, including winter, summer, spring, and autumn. Our national highway is beautiful, and people love to take the route, and with the train coming, it will be one of the best journeys of their lives to take, '' said Manzoor Pakhtoon, the president of Houseboat Association.</p>
<p>The business community of the Kashmir Valley and outside has also welcomed this step. </p>
<p>Most business people believe that it will be one of the biggest game changers in the history of Jammu and Kashmir and will take business and tourism to new peaks.</p>
<p><strong>Watch | Harvesting Lotus: Kashmir's Freezing Tradition Of Resilience</strong></p>
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<p>''With the start of the Vande Bharat train from New Delhi to Srinagar, there will be a boom of tourism here and more and more crowds will come, and this place is a heaven. When the train service starts, we will get more and more people here, and we will be able to give more service, and since the budget will come down with the train, more people will choose to come here. And it's a very peaceful place,'' said Irshad Kapadia from Gujarat.</p>
<p>The 800 km long railway track from Srinagar to New Delhi would be covered within 13 hours of travel time. The railway track that runs on the most difficult terrain of the Himalayas will have more bridges and tunnels than any other railway track in the whole of India. The track will have around 931 bridges and 38 tunnels. It also includes the longest train tunnel, the Pir Panjal Railway Tunnel, measuring 11.21 km, and also the world's highest bridge over the Chenab River, with a height of 359 metres, making it higher than the Eiffel Tower of Paris.</p>
<p>The tourists coming to Kashmir Valley have welcomed the step and said that having a train service to Srinagar would mean affordable travel for the middle class.</p>
<p>''I think it will be great, and having another option to come to this place is going to be better for tourism. Getting more people and not everyone wants to come in a plane and not everyone would be able to come in a bus, so adding a third option is good for the area and tourism,'' said Snape, a tourist.</p>
<p>Security remains one of the major concerns for the authorities in Jammu and Kashmir for the rail service. Most of the security arrangements have already been put in place on the track with two wings of security, Railway Police Security (RPF) and General Railway Police (GRP), are fully dedicated to the security of railway stations and tracks. There will be CCTV connectivity at every station, every tunnel, and every bridge.</p>
<p>These will be controlled round the clock by railway and security officials in several sub-control rooms.</p>


According to government sources, the Vande Bharat train service from New Delhi to Srinagar will be inaugurated on January 26, 2025.



Srinagar It is for the first time in the history of Independent India that Kashmir Valley would be connected to the rest of the country via rail link. The Srinagar-New Delhi rail link has been in the making for the last 20 years and finally, the time has come for Srinagar to be connected to New Delhi via rail. According to government sources, the Vande Bharat train service from New Delhi to Srinagar will be inaugurated on January 26, 2025. Kashmiri people have been waiting for decades for the Srinagar-New Delhi rail link. Since the announcement of Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav saying a historic milestone has been achieved by completing the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link, there has been cheer among every community in the Valley, from businessmen to students, and from tourists to non-local workers. Also read: India: Heavy snowfall in Kashmir cheers tourists, turns valley into winter wonderland The tourist stakeholders have been the happiest with the news of the rail link between Srinagar-New Delhi as Kashmir Valley is a tourist destination, and the maximum impact of having a rail link will be on this industry. Kashmir Valley is waiting for a tourist boom after the start of the service, as it would be a cheap and easy mode of transport while coming to the Valley. ''This is a welcome step and a historic development; it was our long-pending demand that we should get train connectivity from all metro cities. Budget tourism wasn't possible, and those tourists were not able to come here. It's a dream of everyone to come to Kashmir once in their life. It's a great step and will boost tourism and many other sectors. We are very hopeful that it will help the tourism sector. The train won't only have one season but also all other seasons, including winter, summer, spring, and autumn. Our national highway is beautiful, and people love to take the route, and with the train coming, it will be one of the best journeys of their lives to take, '' said Manzoor Pakhtoon, the president of Houseboat Association. The business community of the Kashmir Valley and outside has also welcomed this step. Most business people believe that it will be one of the biggest game changers in the history of Jammu and Kashmir and will take business and tourism to new peaks. Watch | Harvesting Lotus: Kashmir's Freezing Tradition Of Resilience × ''With the start of the Vande Bharat train from New Delhi to Srinagar, there will be a boom of tourism here and more and more crowds will come, and this place is a heaven. When the train service starts, we will get more and more people here, and we will be able to give more service, and since the budget will come down with the train, more people will choose to come here. And it's a very peaceful place,'' said Irshad Kapadia from Gujarat. The 800 km long railway track from Srinagar to New Delhi would be covered within 13 hours of travel time. The railway track that runs on the most difficult terrain of the Himalayas will have more bridges and tunnels than any other railway track in the whole of India. The track will have around 931 bridges and 38 tunnels. It also includes the longest train tunnel, the Pir Panjal Railway Tunnel, measuring 11.21 km, and also the world's highest bridge over the Chenab River, with a height of 359 metres, making it higher than the Eiffel Tower of Paris. The tourists coming to Kashmir Valley have welcomed the step and said that having a train service to Srinagar would mean affordable travel for the middle class. ''I think it will be great, and having another option to come to this place is going to be better for tourism. Getting more people and not everyone wants to come in a plane and not everyone would be able to come in a bus, so adding a third option is good for the area and tourism,'' said Snape, a tourist. Security remains one of the major concerns for the authorities in Jammu and Kashmir for the rail service. Most of the security arrangements have already been put in place on the track with two wings of security, Railway Police Security (RPF) and General Railway Police (GRP), are fully dedicated to the security of railway stations and tracks. There will be CCTV connectivity at every station, every tunnel, and every bridge. These will be controlled round the clock by railway and security officials in several sub-control rooms.

Srinagar-New Delhi connectivity via railway link to be launched on Jan 26

<p>It is for the first time in the history of Independent India that Kashmir Valley would be connected to the rest of the country via rail link. The Srinagar-New Delhi rail link has been in the making for the last 20 years and finally, the time has come for Srinagar to be connected to New Delhi via rail.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to government sources, the Vande Bharat train service from New Delhi to Srinagar will be inaugurated on January 26, 2025.</p>

<p>Kashmiri people have been waiting for decades for the Srinagar-New Delhi rail link. Since the announcement of Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav saying a historic milestone has been achieved by completing the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link, there has been cheer among every community in the Valley, from businessmen to students, and from tourists to non-local workers.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-heavy-snowfall-in-kashmir-brings-cheer-among-tourists-turns-valley-into-winter-wonderland-782646"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;India: Heavy snowfall in Kashmir cheers tourists, turns valley into winter wonderland</strong></a></p>

<p>The tourist stakeholders have been the happiest with the news of the rail link between Srinagar-New Delhi as Kashmir Valley is a tourist destination, and the maximum impact of having a rail link will be on this industry.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kashmir Valley is waiting for a tourist boom after the start of the service, as it would be a cheap and easy mode of transport while coming to the Valley.</p>

<p>''This is a welcome step and a historic development; it was our long-pending demand that we should get train connectivity from all metro cities. Budget tourism wasn't possible, and those tourists were not able to come here. It's a dream of everyone to come to Kashmir once in their life. It's a great step and will boost tourism and many other sectors. We are very hopeful that it will help the tourism sector. The train won't only have one season but also all other seasons, including winter, summer, spring, and autumn. Our national highway is beautiful, and people love to take the route, and with the train coming, it will be one of the best journeys of their lives to take, '' said Manzoor Pakhtoon, the president of Houseboat Association.</p>

<p>The business community of the Kashmir Valley and outside has&nbsp;also welcomed this step.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Most business people believe that it will be one of the biggest game changers in the history of Jammu and Kashmir and will take business and tourism to new peaks.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Harvesting Lotus: Kashmir's Freezing Tradition Of Resilience</strong></p>

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<p>''With the start of the Vande Bharat train from New Delhi to Srinagar, there will be a boom of tourism here and more and more crowds will come, and this place is a heaven. When the train service starts, we will get more and more people here, and we will be able to give more service, and since the budget will come down with the train, more people will choose to come here. And it's a very peaceful place,'' said Irshad Kapadia from Gujarat.</p>

<p>The 800 km long railway track from Srinagar to New Delhi would be covered within 13 hours of travel time. The railway track that runs on the most difficult terrain of the Himalayas will have more bridges and tunnels than any other railway track in the whole of India. The track will have around 931 bridges and 38 tunnels. It also includes the longest train tunnel, the Pir Panjal Railway Tunnel, measuring 11.21 km, and&nbsp;also the world's highest bridge over the Chenab River, with a height of 359 metres,&nbsp;making it higher than the Eiffel Tower of Paris.</p>

<p>The tourists coming to Kashmir Valley have welcomed the step and said that having a train service to Srinagar would mean affordable travel for the middle class.</p>

<p>''I think it will be great, and having another option to come to this place is going to be better for tourism. Getting more people and not everyone wants to come in a plane and not everyone would be able to come in a bus, so adding a third option is good for the area and tourism,'' said Snape, a tourist.</p>

<p>Security remains one of the major concerns for the authorities in Jammu and Kashmir for the rail service. Most of the security arrangements have already been put in place on the track with two wings of security, Railway Police Security (RPF) and General Railway Police (GRP), are fully dedicated to the security of railway stations and tracks. There will be CCTV connectivity at every station, every tunnel, and every bridge.</p>

<p>These will be controlled round the clock by railway and security officials in several sub-control rooms.</p>


It is for the first time in the history of Independent India that Kashmir Valley would be connected to the rest of the country via rail link. The Srinagar-New Delhi rail link has been in the making for the last 20 years and finally, the time has come for Srinagar to be connected to New Delhi via rail.

It is for the first time in the history of Independent India that Kashmir Valley would be connected to the rest of the country via rail link. The Srinagar-New Delhi rail link has been in the making for the last 20 years and finally, the time has come for Srinagar to be connected to New Delhi via rail. According to government sources, the Vande Bharat train service from New Delhi to Srinagar will be inaugurated on January 26, 2025. Kashmiri people have been waiting for decades for the Srinagar-New Delhi rail link. Since the announcement of Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav saying a historic milestone has been achieved by completing the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail link, there has been cheer among every community in the Valley, from businessmen to students, and from tourists to non-local workers. Also read: India: Heavy snowfall in Kashmir cheers tourists, turns valley into winter wonderland The tourist stakeholders have been the happiest with the news of the rail link between Srinagar-New Delhi as Kashmir Valley is a tourist destination, and the maximum impact of having a rail link will be on this industry. Kashmir Valley is waiting for a tourist boom after the start of the service, as it would be a cheap and easy mode of transport while coming to the Valley. ''This is a welcome step and a historic development; it was our long-pending demand that we should get train connectivity from all metro cities. Budget tourism wasn't possible, and those tourists were not able to come here. It's a dream of everyone to come to Kashmir once in their life. It's a great step and will boost tourism and many other sectors. We are very hopeful that it will help the tourism sector. The train won't only have one season but also all other seasons, including winter, summer, spring, and autumn. Our national highway is beautiful, and people love to take the route, and with the train coming, it will be one of the best journeys of their lives to take, '' said Manzoor Pakhtoon, the president of Houseboat Association. The business community of the Kashmir Valley and outside has also welcomed this step. Most business people believe that it will be one of the biggest game changers in the history of Jammu and Kashmir and will take business and tourism to new peaks. Watch | Harvesting Lotus: Kashmir's Freezing Tradition Of Resilience × ''With the start of the Vande Bharat train from New Delhi to Srinagar, there will be a boom of tourism here and more and more crowds will come, and this place is a heaven. When the train service starts, we will get more and more people here, and we will be able to give more service, and since the budget will come down with the train, more people will choose to come here. And it's a very peaceful place,'' said Irshad Kapadia from Gujarat. The 800 km long railway track from Srinagar to New Delhi would be covered within 13 hours of travel time. The railway track that runs on the most difficult terrain of the Himalayas will have more bridges and tunnels than any other railway track in the whole of India. The track will have around 931 bridges and 38 tunnels. It also includes the longest train tunnel, the Pir Panjal Railway Tunnel, measuring 11.21 km, and also the world's highest bridge over the Chenab River, with a height of 359 metres, making it higher than the Eiffel Tower of Paris. The tourists coming to Kashmir Valley have welcomed the step and said that having a train service to Srinagar would mean affordable travel for the middle class. ''I think it will be great, and having another option to come to this place is going to be better for tourism. Getting more people and not everyone wants to come in a plane and not everyone would be able to come in a bus, so adding a third option is good for the area and tourism,'' said Snape, a tourist. Security remains one of the major concerns for the authorities in Jammu and Kashmir for the rail service. Most of the security arrangements have already been put in place on the track with two wings of security, Railway Police Security (RPF) and General Railway Police (GRP), are fully dedicated to the security of railway stations and tracks. There will be CCTV connectivity at every station, every tunnel, and every bridge. These will be controlled round the clock by railway and security officials in several sub-control rooms.

<p>A cold wave has swept across the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. It was further intensified due to clear skies with the city of Srinagar recording the season's lowest temperature at minus 5.4 degree Celsius. Kashmir and Ladakh region have been continuously reeling under excruciating cold waves and the temperatures across the region are recorded below freezing point.</p>

<p>South Kashmir remains one of the coldest areas in the Kashmir division. The Larnoo area in South Kashmir recorded the second lowest temperature in Kashmir Valley at minus 8.1 degrees Celsius.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The tourist resort Pahalgam recorded the minimum temperature at minus 8.4 degrees Celsius while the Shopian district was at minus 8.5 degrees Celsius. The World-Famous Ski resort in North Kashmir's Baramulla district recorded the minimum temperature at minus nine degrees Celsius and Sonamarg Tourist resort was the coldest in the Valley at minus 9.7 degrees Celsius. &nbsp;</p>

<p>South Kashmir's Pulwama district recorded the minimum temperature at minus 8.3 degrees Celsius. Bandipora was at minus 5.5 degrees Celsius and Baramulla was at minus 5.1 degrees Celsius.</p>

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<p>Ladakh region has been battling the cold wave as well. The Leh town recorded seasons lowest at minus 13.2 degrees Celsius. The Zojila which connects Ladakh region to Jammu and Kashmir recorded the minimum temperature at minus 21 degrees Celsius.</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;Cold Wave Grips Kashmir: Srinagar Records Season’s Coldest Night At Minus 5.4 Degree Celsius</strong></p>

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<p>The MeT Department of Kashmir Valley has predicted the La Nina effect which means cooler than average sea surface temperatures across the central and eastern Pacific. This weather change mostly impacts the wind circulation patterns leading to more rains and snow.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The MeT department has predicted that the winter period will prolong and be very harsh in terms of temperature as well as bring rain and snow. As we head towards the ‘Chillai Kalan’, which is the coldest period of 40 days starting December 21, the La Nina effect will multiply the impact of cold and precipitation in the Valley.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Met Department has predicted generally dry weather from December 10 to December 11. There are chances of snow from December 12 to 13. The weather will again be dry from December 13 to December 18, which means a further dip in the temperature.&nbsp;</p>


A cold wave has swept across the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. It was further intensified due to clear skies with the city of Srinagar recording the season's lowest temperature at minus 5.

A cold wave has swept across the Indian Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. It was further intensified due to clear skies with the city of Srinagar recording the season's lowest temperature at minus 5.4 degree Celsius. Kashmir and Ladakh region have been continuously reeling under excruciating cold waves and the temperatures across the region are recorded below freezing point. South Kashmir remains one of the coldest areas in the Kashmir division. The Larnoo area in South Kashmir recorded the second lowest temperature in Kashmir Valley at minus 8.1 degrees Celsius. The tourist resort Pahalgam recorded the minimum temperature at minus 8.4 degrees Celsius while the Shopian district was at minus 8.5 degrees Celsius. The World-Famous Ski resort in North Kashmir's Baramulla district recorded the minimum temperature at minus nine degrees Celsius and Sonamarg Tourist resort was the coldest in the Valley at minus 9.7 degrees Celsius. South Kashmir's Pulwama district recorded the minimum temperature at minus 8.3 degrees Celsius. Bandipora was at minus 5.5 degrees Celsius and Baramulla was at minus 5.1 degrees Celsius. Also read: Video: Six dead in Mumbai bus crash, detained driver blames brake failure Ladakh region has been battling the cold wave as well. The Leh town recorded seasons lowest at minus 13.2 degrees Celsius. The Zojila which connects Ladakh region to Jammu and Kashmir recorded the minimum temperature at minus 21 degrees Celsius. WATCH | Cold Wave Grips Kashmir: Srinagar Records Season’s Coldest Night At Minus 5.4 Degree Celsius × The MeT Department of Kashmir Valley has predicted the La Nina effect which means cooler than average sea surface temperatures across the central and eastern Pacific. This weather change mostly impacts the wind circulation patterns leading to more rains and snow. The MeT department has predicted that the winter period will prolong and be very harsh in terms of temperature as well as bring rain and snow. As we head towards the ‘Chillai Kalan’, which is the coldest period of 40 days starting December 21, the La Nina effect will multiply the impact of cold and precipitation in the Valley. The Met Department has predicted generally dry weather from December 10 to December 11. There are chances of snow from December 12 to 13. The weather will again be dry from December 13 to December 18, which means a further dip in the temperature.

India: Srinagar records season's lowest temp at minus 5.4 degree Celsius

<p>The higher reaches and tourist spots of Kashmir Valley received a fresh spell of snowfall, spreading a lot of cheer among the visiting tourists. The plains continued to reel under severe cold wave conditions. Tourist&nbsp;places like Gulmarg, Sonamarg, Doodhpathri, and the higher reaches of North Kashmir received fresh spells of snowfall.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Due to the fresh snowfall in the region, the road that connects Ladakh to Jammu and Kashmir has been closed to traffic due to the accumulation of snow. The Mughal Road and Sinthan Road have also been closed for vehicular movement by the traffic department of Jammu and Kashmir Police due to the fresh spell of snowfall. Men and machinery have been deployed to clear the roads for traffic at all the places. But the tourists visiting the valley are enjoying the fresh snowfall.&nbsp;</p>

<p>''I had come to Kashmir Valley only to witness snow, and I feel lucky that I got to see the snowfall in Gulmarg. It's nothing less than a winter wonderland. I am waiting for more snow as I am staying for a few more days, '' said Aakash Arora, a tourist.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The whole of Kashmir and the Ladakh region have been continuously reeling under extreme cold waves, and the temperatures across the division are below freezing point. Srinagar City recorded the temperatures at minus 3.3 degrees.&nbsp;</p>

<p>South Kashmir remains one of the coldest areas in the Kashmir division. The Larnoo area in South Kashmir recorded the second lowest temperature in Kashmir Valley at minus 7.9 degrees. The tourist resort Pahalgam recorded the minimum temperature at minus 6.8 degrees while the Shopian district was at minus 7.5 degrees Celsius. The World-Famous Ski resort in North Kashmir's Baramulla district recorded the minimum temperature at minus 9 degrees, becoming the coldest in the Kashmir Division.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The tourist resort Sonamarg also recorded the season's minimum at minus 7 degrees. Pulwama recorded the minimum temperature at minus 6.7 degrees. Bandipora was at minus 4.1, and Baramulla was at minus 4.2 degrees.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The temperature recorded at Nyoma Village in Ladakh dropped to below minus 12.7 degrees. While Leh town recorded the season's lowest at minus 12.8 degrees. The Zojila, which connects the Ladakh region to Jammu and Kashmir, recorded the minimum temperature at minus 20 degrees.</p>

<p>The MeT Department of Kashmir Valley has predicted that the La Nina effect will have&nbsp;an impact&nbsp;with the wind circulation patterns leading to more rain&nbsp;and snow. The MeT department has predicted that the winter period will prolong and will be very harsh in terms of temperature as well as rains and snow. As we head towards the 'Chillai Kalan', which is the coldest period of 40 days starting December 21, the La Nina effect will multiply the impact of cold and precipitation in the valley.</p>

<p>The Met Department has predicted generally dry weather from December 9th to December 11th. There are chances of snow from 12th December to 13th December. The weather will again be dry from December 13 to December 18th, which means a further dip in the temperature.&nbsp;</p>


The higher reaches and tourist spots of Kashmir Valley received a fresh spell of snowfall, spreading a lot of cheer among the visiting tourists. The plains continued to reel under severe cold wave conditions.

The higher reaches and tourist spots of Kashmir Valley received a fresh spell of snowfall, spreading a lot of cheer among the visiting tourists. The plains continued to reel under severe cold wave conditions. Tourist places like Gulmarg, Sonamarg, Doodhpathri, and the higher reaches of North Kashmir received fresh spells of snowfall. Due to the fresh snowfall in the region, the road that connects Ladakh to Jammu and Kashmir has been closed to traffic due to the accumulation of snow. The Mughal Road and Sinthan Road have also been closed for vehicular movement by the traffic department of Jammu and Kashmir Police due to the fresh spell of snowfall. Men and machinery have been deployed to clear the roads for traffic at all the places. But the tourists visiting the valley are enjoying the fresh snowfall. ''I had come to Kashmir Valley only to witness snow, and I feel lucky that I got to see the snowfall in Gulmarg. It's nothing less than a winter wonderland. I am waiting for more snow as I am staying for a few more days, '' said Aakash Arora, a tourist. Also read: Sri Lankan Navy apprehends eight Indian fishermen, captures two boats The whole of Kashmir and the Ladakh region have been continuously reeling under extreme cold waves, and the temperatures across the division are below freezing point. Srinagar City recorded the temperatures at minus 3.3 degrees. South Kashmir remains one of the coldest areas in the Kashmir division. The Larnoo area in South Kashmir recorded the second lowest temperature in Kashmir Valley at minus 7.9 degrees. The tourist resort Pahalgam recorded the minimum temperature at minus 6.8 degrees while the Shopian district was at minus 7.5 degrees Celsius. The World-Famous Ski resort in North Kashmir's Baramulla district recorded the minimum temperature at minus 9 degrees, becoming the coldest in the Kashmir Division. The tourist resort Sonamarg also recorded the season's minimum at minus 7 degrees. Pulwama recorded the minimum temperature at minus 6.7 degrees. Bandipora was at minus 4.1, and Baramulla was at minus 4.2 degrees. The temperature recorded at Nyoma Village in Ladakh dropped to below minus 12.7 degrees. While Leh town recorded the season's lowest at minus 12.8 degrees. The Zojila, which connects the Ladakh region to Jammu and Kashmir, recorded the minimum temperature at minus 20 degrees. The MeT Department of Kashmir Valley has predicted that the La Nina effect will have an impact with the wind circulation patterns leading to more rain and snow. The MeT department has predicted that the winter period will prolong and will be very harsh in terms of temperature as well as rains and snow. As we head towards the 'Chillai Kalan', which is the coldest period of 40 days starting December 21, the La Nina effect will multiply the impact of cold and precipitation in the valley. The Met Department has predicted generally dry weather from December 9th to December 11th. There are chances of snow from 12th December to 13th December. The weather will again be dry from December 13 to December 18th, which means a further dip in the temperature.

India: Heavy snowfall in Kashmir cheers tourists, turns valley into winter wonderland

<p>Kashmir Valley is reeling under severe cold wave conditions, with Srinagar recording the season's coldest night.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Srinagar recorded the minimum temperature at minus 2.1 degrees Celsius. At the same time, south Kashmir remains one of the coldest areas in the region.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The tourist resort Pahalgam recorded the minimum temperature at minus 5 degrees. while the coldest place in the Kashmir region was the Shopian district, where the minimum temperature was minus 5.5 degrees Celsius.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Other parts of the Kashmir Valley also recorded below freezing point temperatures.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Areas like Qazigund in South Kashmir recorded the minimum temperature at minus 3.0°C, while ski resort Gulmarg was at minus 2.5°C. In Central Kashmir's Ganderbal district,&nbsp;Sonamarg recorded a temperature at minus 3.4°C.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In North India, the Ladakh region is also witnessing bone-chilling cold wave conditions as&nbsp;the temperatures dropped below minus 12 degrees.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Leh town recorded the temperature at minus 8.8°C, while Kargil town was at minus 8.3°C. The coldest place in the country remains the Dras area,&nbsp;where the mercury dipped to minus 12.2°C.&nbsp;</p>

<p>MeT has already predicted harsh winters in Kashmir and Ladakh this season. And the early dip in temperatures indicates stark weather conditions in the valley, where the nights are freezing and even daytime temperatures remain below normal.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Met department has predicted some respite from the cold wave conditions from November 29 to November 30.&nbsp;</p>

<p>MeT has predicted that there are chances of rains and snow across the Kashmir Division, which will result in some increase in the temperature. The higher reaches will receive a fresh spell of snowfall.&nbsp;</p>


Kashmir Valley is reeling under severe cold wave conditions, with Srinagar recording the season's coldest night. Srinagar recorded the minimum temperature at minus 2.

Kashmir Valley is reeling under severe cold wave conditions, with Srinagar recording the season's coldest night. Srinagar recorded the minimum temperature at minus 2.1 degrees Celsius. At the same time, south Kashmir remains one of the coldest areas in the region. The tourist resort Pahalgam recorded the minimum temperature at minus 5 degrees. while the coldest place in the Kashmir region was the Shopian district, where the minimum temperature was minus 5.5 degrees Celsius. Also read: Jammu and Kashmir: Security Grid tightened ahead of winters, forces have input about infiltration attempts Other parts of the Kashmir Valley also recorded below freezing point temperatures. Areas like Qazigund in South Kashmir recorded the minimum temperature at minus 3.0°C, while ski resort Gulmarg was at minus 2.5°C. In Central Kashmir's Ganderbal district, Sonamarg recorded a temperature at minus 3.4°C. Watch: Bee Queen Of India's Jammu & Kashmir × In North India, the Ladakh region is also witnessing bone-chilling cold wave conditions as the temperatures dropped below minus 12 degrees. Leh town recorded the temperature at minus 8.8°C, while Kargil town was at minus 8.3°C. The coldest place in the country remains the Dras area, where the mercury dipped to minus 12.2°C. MeT has already predicted harsh winters in Kashmir and Ladakh this season. And the early dip in temperatures indicates stark weather conditions in the valley, where the nights are freezing and even daytime temperatures remain below normal. The Met department has predicted some respite from the cold wave conditions from November 29 to November 30. MeT has predicted that there are chances of rains and snow across the Kashmir Division, which will result in some increase in the temperature. The higher reaches will receive a fresh spell of snowfall.

Kashmir shivers as temperatures remain below freezing point, Srinagar records season's coldest night

<p>Twenty-year-old Sania Zehra has attained the title of Bee Queen of Kashmir Valley. Sania is the only female Beekeeper in Kashmir and that's not it, she at this young age, has helped her father grow the beekeeping business by over 400 per cent. She has become a huge inspiration for women across the country.</p>

<p>Sania is breaking all the gender stereotypes by choosing a profession not many women would take up. She has learned the art of beekeeping from her father, but it has not come easy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She has been stung by these bees dozens of times, but that did not make her give up but eventually made her stronger to take up this profession. Sania has also become a victim of online trolling after she was called the Bee Queen of Kashmir. But she says she has learned to look at the love received only and ignore the hate.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kashmir-region-hit-by-cold-wave-temperatures-recorded-below-minus-degrees-777987"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Kashmir region hit by cold wave, temperatures recorded in minus degrees</strong></a></p>

<p>''I am thankful to everyone who has given me the name of Bee Queen of Kashmir. My father has been in the beekeeping business for a long time, and I travelled with him to different states of India and some jungles too, where I was stung by bees many times. My father would sell our honey to retailers who would adulterate the product and sell it. Which was very unethical on their part. My father had 150 colonies of bees, and after I joined the business, we have more than 650 bee colonies,'' said Saniya.</p>

<p>Sania is from Balhama area of Srinagar and after growing the business, she not only sells her products in India but abroad too. Sania has now also added multiple cosmetic products made from the honey and its extracts, which are gaining popularity as well. She makes face creams, oils, soaps and many other organic products.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Kashmir Valley Witnesses Sub-Zero Temperature Amid Cold Wave</strong></p>

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<p>''I have introduced hair oils, creams, and soaps. And in the future, I want to expand my business. I only see the positives in life and not the negatives. The love I receive is important for me, and I don’t care about the hate. I am the first Kashmiri girl who is doing beekeeping; there are so many girls who are even afraid of cockroaches, but I like to do what I do, and I hope the girls get inspired too," said Saniya.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In recent times, Kashmiri women have proved their mettle in every facet of life, from sports to business to the entertainment industry. The younger generation is taking challenges head-on and overcoming all the hurdles.</p>


Twenty-year-old Sania Zehra has attained the title of Bee Queen of Kashmir Valley. Sania is the only female Beekeeper in Kashmir and that's not it, she at this young age, has helped her father grow the beekeeping business by over 400 per cent.

Twenty-year-old Sania Zehra has attained the title of Bee Queen of Kashmir Valley. Sania is the only female Beekeeper in Kashmir and that's not it, she at this young age, has helped her father grow the beekeeping business by over 400 per cent. She has become a huge inspiration for women across the country. Sania is breaking all the gender stereotypes by choosing a profession not many women would take up. She has learned the art of beekeeping from her father, but it has not come easy. She has been stung by these bees dozens of times, but that did not make her give up but eventually made her stronger to take up this profession. Sania has also become a victim of online trolling after she was called the Bee Queen of Kashmir. But she says she has learned to look at the love received only and ignore the hate. Also read: Kashmir region hit by cold wave, temperatures recorded in minus degrees ''I am thankful to everyone who has given me the name of Bee Queen of Kashmir. My father has been in the beekeeping business for a long time, and I travelled with him to different states of India and some jungles too, where I was stung by bees many times. My father would sell our honey to retailers who would adulterate the product and sell it. Which was very unethical on their part. My father had 150 colonies of bees, and after I joined the business, we have more than 650 bee colonies,'' said Saniya. Sania is from Balhama area of Srinagar and after growing the business, she not only sells her products in India but abroad too. Sania has now also added multiple cosmetic products made from the honey and its extracts, which are gaining popularity as well. She makes face creams, oils, soaps and many other organic products. Watch | Kashmir Valley Witnesses Sub-Zero Temperature Amid Cold Wave × ''I have introduced hair oils, creams, and soaps. And in the future, I want to expand my business. I only see the positives in life and not the negatives. The love I receive is important for me, and I don’t care about the hate. I am the first Kashmiri girl who is doing beekeeping; there are so many girls who are even afraid of cockroaches, but I like to do what I do, and I hope the girls get inspired too," said Saniya. In recent times, Kashmiri women have proved their mettle in every facet of life, from sports to business to the entertainment industry. The younger generation is taking challenges head-on and overcoming all the hurdles.

Bee Queen of Kashmir Valley, Sania Zehra breaks all gender stereotypes

<p>With the recent spike in&nbsp;terror incidents in the Kashmir Valley and the winter tourism season about to begin, the tourist stakeholders in the region are worried that these attacks will have a direct impact on one of the biggest industries of the Valley. This&nbsp;has led to all stakeholders to come&nbsp;together for the first time and condemn these terrorist attacks.</p>

<p>Kashmir Valley has witnessed a rise in terror-related incidents in the last few weeks and, to counter it, security forces have intensified the anti-terrorist operations across the Kashmir division. In the last 10 days, nine encounters have taken place in Kashmir. Eight terrorists, including five foreign terrorists, have been killed by security forces. There have been two encounters in Srinagar city while a grenade attack in one of the busiest Sunday markets led to the&nbsp;death of a civilian woman and injured eleven others. There were two attacks close to tourist destinations: Gulmarg and Sonamarg.</p>

<p><strong>Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/11-kuki-militants-killed-in-armed-clashes-with-crpf-in-manipur-one-jawan-injured-775277">11 Kuki militants killed in clashes with CRPF in Manipur, one jawan injured</a></strong></p>

<p>Following these attacks, the tourist stakeholders of the Kashmir Valley have come together and condemned these attacks. The hoteliers, houseboat association, Shikara association, travel agents' association and even the taxi associations have come together, condemning the recent attacks across various districts of the Kashmir Valley. The&nbsp;stakeholders have said that this disruption of peace is unacceptable to Kashmiris.</p>

<p>''We all have gathered here including Minister Satish Sharma and we have all condemned the attacks including the one that took place near to TRC. In which our children got injured and are being treated in the hospital and before this also many attacks, in which soldiers, policemen or civilians have died is not acceptable to Kashmiris. We have seen terrible times and have been fighting for peace for the last 30 years and everything was going normal from the last few years, now our request is please don't do it. This is unacceptable to Kashmiris, and we want peace only, '' said Mushtaq Chaya, Chairman, Jammu and Kashmir Hoteliers Club.</p>

<p><strong>Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kolkata-rape-murder-accused-sanjay-roy-claims-he-was-framed-by-ex-police-commissioner-vineet-goyal-775404">RG Kar rape-murder accused Sanjay Roy claims he was 'framed' by ex-Kolkata police commissioner Vineet Goyal</a></strong></p>

<p>Some of the tourism stakeholders have said that there has been some impact of these attacks on Kashmir Tourism as cancellations have happened in the last few weeks, but they also say that these attacks have not impacted the tourism industry yet. The tourist stakeholders want to send a message to tourists across the country and the world that Kashmir is safe, and they can come to visit anytime.</p>

<p>''All tourist stakeholders got together today to give out a message that Kashmir is very peaceful, and we welcome tourists. Kashmir is safer than any other place in the world. Nobody will bear this inhuman behaviour, and human lives are the most precious lives. Government should probe these incidents. We had some cancellations, but tourism is going well. Though there was some effect as tourists don't want to go to places which are insecure although Kashmir is the safest place on earth, '' said Tariq Ghani Bedaba, President, Chamber of Commerce.</p>

<p>Kashmir Valley has seen tremendous growth in tourist arrivals in the last few years. All the previous records of tourist arrivals have been broken and this winter also the stakeholders are expecting huge arrivals. &nbsp;</p>

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With the recent spike in terror incidents in the Kashmir Valley and the winter tourism season about to begin, the tourist stakeholders in the region are worried that these attacks will have a direct impact on one of the biggest industries of the Valley.

With the recent spike in terror incidents in the Kashmir Valley and the winter tourism season about to begin, the tourist stakeholders in the region are worried that these attacks will have a direct impact on one of the biggest industries of the Valley. This has led to all stakeholders to come together for the first time and condemn these terrorist attacks. Kashmir Valley has witnessed a rise in terror-related incidents in the last few weeks and, to counter it, security forces have intensified the anti-terrorist operations across the Kashmir division. In the last 10 days, nine encounters have taken place in Kashmir. Eight terrorists, including five foreign terrorists, have been killed by security forces. There have been two encounters in Srinagar city while a grenade attack in one of the busiest Sunday markets led to the death of a civilian woman and injured eleven others. There were two attacks close to tourist destinations: Gulmarg and Sonamarg. Also read | 11 Kuki militants killed in clashes with CRPF in Manipur, one jawan injured Following these attacks, the tourist stakeholders of the Kashmir Valley have come together and condemned these attacks. The hoteliers, houseboat association, Shikara association, travel agents' association and even the taxi associations have come together, condemning the recent attacks across various districts of the Kashmir Valley. The stakeholders have said that this disruption of peace is unacceptable to Kashmiris. ''We all have gathered here including Minister Satish Sharma and we have all condemned the attacks including the one that took place near to TRC. In which our children got injured and are being treated in the hospital and before this also many attacks, in which soldiers, policemen or civilians have died is not acceptable to Kashmiris. We have seen terrible times and have been fighting for peace for the last 30 years and everything was going normal from the last few years, now our request is please don't do it. This is unacceptable to Kashmiris, and we want peace only, '' said Mushtaq Chaya, Chairman, Jammu and Kashmir Hoteliers Club. Also read | RG Kar rape-murder accused Sanjay Roy claims he was 'framed' by ex-Kolkata police commissioner Vineet Goyal Some of the tourism stakeholders have said that there has been some impact of these attacks on Kashmir Tourism as cancellations have happened in the last few weeks, but they also say that these attacks have not impacted the tourism industry yet. The tourist stakeholders want to send a message to tourists across the country and the world that Kashmir is safe, and they can come to visit anytime. ''All tourist stakeholders got together today to give out a message that Kashmir is very peaceful, and we welcome tourists. Kashmir is safer than any other place in the world. Nobody will bear this inhuman behaviour, and human lives are the most precious lives. Government should probe these incidents. We had some cancellations, but tourism is going well. Though there was some effect as tourists don't want to go to places which are insecure although Kashmir is the safest place on earth, '' said Tariq Ghani Bedaba, President, Chamber of Commerce. Kashmir Valley has seen tremendous growth in tourist arrivals in the last few years. All the previous records of tourist arrivals have been broken and this winter also the stakeholders are expecting huge arrivals.

Kashmir tourism stakeholders unite to condemn terror attacks as winter season approaches

<p>A terrorist was gunned down in an encounter with security forces in Srinagar's Khanyar area of the Indian Union Territory Jammu and Kashmir, local security officials said on Saturday (Nov 2).&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier, four security personnel, two from the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and two from Jammu and Kashmir Police's SOG (Special Operations Group), were injured in the gunfight.</p>

<p>Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kashmir Zone, Vidhi Kumar Birdi said that the terrorist has been identified as Usman and was the commander of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT).</p>

<p>IGP Birdi said that the killed terrorist was involved in the murder of Inspector Masroor in 2023.</p>

<p>"A cordon and search operation in the Khanyar area of district Srinagar has resulted in an exchange of fire. Police and security forces are on the job. Further details shall follow," Kashmir Zone Police posted on X.</p>

<p>IGP Birdi told news agency ANI, "Now this operation has been completed. Security forces have killed a terrorist, who has been identified as Usman..., he was the commander of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and 4 security personnel have been injured. He is a foreign terrorist and his role and involvement in the murder of Inspector Masroor has come to light and further investigation is being done in this regard...."</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/two-migrant-workers-from-up-shot-by-suspected-terrorists-in-kashmirs-budgam-district-772581"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Two migrant workers from UP shot at by suspected terrorists in Kashmir's Budgam district</strong></a></p>

<p>A joint team reached the suspected area, where the militants were said to be hiding. Subsequently, the security personnel were fired upon which further led to a gunfight.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Jammu &amp; Kashmir: Two Militants Killed In Anantnag Gunfight</strong></p>

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<p>Earlier on Friday, the Indian Army took to X, stating that a suspicious movement was spotted in the general&nbsp;area of Bandipora.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"On 01 November 2024 late evening, suspicious movement was spotted, in gen area Panar of Bandipora, by alert troops. On being challenged, terrorists opened indiscriminate fire and escaped into the jungle. Search Operation underway," Chinar Corps, Indian Army said in a post&nbsp;on X.</p>

<p>On October 29, the security forces neutralised three terrorists in a high-stakes encounter in Akhnoor, Jammu and Kashmir, following an attack on an army convoy.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A terrorist was gunned down in an encounter with security forces in Srinagar's Khanyar area of the Indian Union Territory Jammu and Kashmir, local security officials said on Saturday (Nov 2).

A terrorist was gunned down in an encounter with security forces in Srinagar's Khanyar area of the Indian Union Territory Jammu and Kashmir, local security officials said on Saturday (Nov 2). Earlier, four security personnel, two from the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and two from Jammu and Kashmir Police's SOG (Special Operations Group), were injured in the gunfight. Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kashmir Zone, Vidhi Kumar Birdi said that the terrorist has been identified as Usman and was the commander of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT). IGP Birdi said that the killed terrorist was involved in the murder of Inspector Masroor in 2023. "A cordon and search operation in the Khanyar area of district Srinagar has resulted in an exchange of fire. Police and security forces are on the job. Further details shall follow," Kashmir Zone Police posted on X. IGP Birdi told news agency ANI, "Now this operation has been completed. Security forces have killed a terrorist, who has been identified as Usman..., he was the commander of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and 4 security personnel have been injured. He is a foreign terrorist and his role and involvement in the murder of Inspector Masroor has come to light and further investigation is being done in this regard...." Also read: Two migrant workers from UP shot at by suspected terrorists in Kashmir's Budgam district A joint team reached the suspected area, where the militants were said to be hiding. Subsequently, the security personnel were fired upon which further led to a gunfight. Watch | Jammu & Kashmir: Two Militants Killed In Anantnag Gunfight × Earlier on Friday, the Indian Army took to X, stating that a suspicious movement was spotted in the general area of Bandipora. "On 01 November 2024 late evening, suspicious movement was spotted, in gen area Panar of Bandipora, by alert troops. On being challenged, terrorists opened indiscriminate fire and escaped into the jungle. Search Operation underway," Chinar Corps, Indian Army said in a post on X. On October 29, the security forces neutralised three terrorists in a high-stakes encounter in Akhnoor, Jammu and Kashmir, following an attack on an army convoy. (With inputs from agencies)

Jammu and Kashmir: One terrorist killed in encounter in Srinagar's Khanyar

<p>It is after four&nbsp;decades that Kashmir Valley witnessed an International Cricket Match in Srinagar's Bakshi Stadium. Indian and International cricketing stars played cricket in the Valley after almost half a century during the final leg of the Legends League Cricket. Toyam Hyderabad registered yet another thrilling win in Legends League Cricket 2024.</p>

<p>Srinagar is hosting over a 100 International Cricketing stars for the Legends League Cricket. Cricketers like Mohammad Kaif, Shikhar Dhawan, Dinesh Karthik, Harbhajan Singh, Suresh Raina, Chris Gayle, Ross Taylor and&nbsp;lan Bell&nbsp;have arrived to be live in action in Kashmir for the first time ever. Seven matches including the finals will be played between the 9th of October 2024 till the 16th of October 2024 at the Bakshi Stadium in Srinagar.</p>

<p>On the very first day of the match in Srinagar, Toyam Hyderabad registered a thrilling win. An all round performance with the bat and the ball helped Toyam Hyderabad defeat&nbsp;Southern Superstars by 5 wickets.</p>

<p>After winning the toss, and electing to bat first, Hamilton Masakadza and Martin Guptill opened the innings for Southern Superstars. While Masakadza made 16 from 15 balls, Guptill scored 23 from 20. The excitement of watching the match was evident among the local Kashmiri youth. The galleries were full and buzzing with noise.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/womens-t20-world-cup-india-beat-sri-lanka-to-stay-in-contention-for-semis-766083">Women's T20 World Cup: India beat Sri Lanka to stay in contention for semis</a></strong></p>

<p>''I am 35 years old and I am seeing this experience for the first time. I have only seen cricket on TV and never on live. I am feeling so lucky to be here and watch this match. It's a great experience for the youth of the valley. The whole stadium is booked and we are very happy, '' said Shahid, a local youngster.</p>

<p>It was the first opportunity for the youngsters of the valley to come to the stadium and watch live cricket&nbsp;for the first time in 40 years. Hosting International cricket matches in Srinagar will also provide a unique opportunity for the cricketers to experience Kashmir Valley. This will not only give a boost to the cricket enthusiasts of the valley but also create a platform for the youngsters to get inspired to take cricket as their career.</p>

<p>''I am very happy that Srinagar is hosting an international match. We are very thankful to the government for organising this. This will promote tourism as well, And in the future it will really help. The youngest will get inspired a lot. I am very excited by these events. Our youngsters watching International level players here will inspire a lot, '' said Waseem Ahmad, a local.</p>

<p>The final of the series will be played on Oct&nbsp;16.</p>


It is after four decades that Kashmir Valley witnessed an International Cricket Match in Srinagar's Bakshi Stadium. Indian and International cricketing stars played cricket in the Valley after almost half a century during the final leg of the Legends League Cricket.

It is after four decades that Kashmir Valley witnessed an International Cricket Match in Srinagar's Bakshi Stadium. Indian and International cricketing stars played cricket in the Valley after almost half a century during the final leg of the Legends League Cricket. Toyam Hyderabad registered yet another thrilling win in Legends League Cricket 2024. Srinagar is hosting over a 100 International Cricketing stars for the Legends League Cricket. Cricketers like Mohammad Kaif, Shikhar Dhawan, Dinesh Karthik, Harbhajan Singh, Suresh Raina, Chris Gayle, Ross Taylor and lan Bell have arrived to be live in action in Kashmir for the first time ever. Seven matches including the finals will be played between the 9th of October 2024 till the 16th of October 2024 at the Bakshi Stadium in Srinagar. On the very first day of the match in Srinagar, Toyam Hyderabad registered a thrilling win. An all round performance with the bat and the ball helped Toyam Hyderabad defeat Southern Superstars by 5 wickets. After winning the toss, and electing to bat first, Hamilton Masakadza and Martin Guptill opened the innings for Southern Superstars. While Masakadza made 16 from 15 balls, Guptill scored 23 from 20. The excitement of watching the match was evident among the local Kashmiri youth. The galleries were full and buzzing with noise. Also read: Women's T20 World Cup: India beat Sri Lanka to stay in contention for semis ''I am 35 years old and I am seeing this experience for the first time. I have only seen cricket on TV and never on live. I am feeling so lucky to be here and watch this match. It's a great experience for the youth of the valley. The whole stadium is booked and we are very happy, '' said Shahid, a local youngster. It was the first opportunity for the youngsters of the valley to come to the stadium and watch live cricket for the first time in 40 years. Hosting International cricket matches in Srinagar will also provide a unique opportunity for the cricketers to experience Kashmir Valley. This will not only give a boost to the cricket enthusiasts of the valley but also create a platform for the youngsters to get inspired to take cricket as their career. ''I am very happy that Srinagar is hosting an international match. We are very thankful to the government for organising this. This will promote tourism as well, And in the future it will really help. The youngest will get inspired a lot. I am very excited by these events. Our youngsters watching International level players here will inspire a lot, '' said Waseem Ahmad, a local. The final of the series will be played on Oct 16.

Kashmir hosts International cricket match, filled with star players, after four decades

A day after the first phase of polls in Jammu and Kashmir, PM Modi is set to visit Srinagar. For the first time in a decade, seven districts of Jammu and Kashmir, situated on both sides of the Pir Panjal mountain range, will participate in an Assembly election.

Jammu & Kashmir Elections: Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Srinagar today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed an election rally in Srinagar today, rallying support for BJP candidates. His speech focused on development and progress for the region, as he urged voters to back the party in the upcoming elections.

PM Modi Seeks Support For BJP Candidates During Jammu and Kashmir Campaigns

A day after the first phase of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly election, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a public rally in Srinagar on Thursday. Beginning his speech with a greeting in Kashmiri, PM Modi said, “We aim to accelerate the development of Kashmir, and I’m here with that message.”

PM Modi To Address Rally In Srinagar and Katra, To Speak About Development Agenda

<p>With the release of Lok Sabha Member of Parliament Engineer Rashid, the politics of Jammu and Kashmir is witnessing a watershed moment.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rashid is being seen as a strong challenger for the established regional political parties like the National Conference and People's Democratic Party and can queer the political landscape for them.</p>

<p>Engineer Rashid, who was released on interim bail from Tihar Jail on Tuesday, addressed a public meeting in Baramulla on Thursday.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jk-polls-amit-shah-slams-congress-for-misleading-on-statehood-vows-no-talks-with-pakistan-756658"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;J&amp;K polls: Amit Shah slams Congress for ‘misleading’ people about 'restoring statehood'</strong></a></p>

<p>Thousands of people, mostly youth, had gathered to listen to Engineer Rashid, who defeated National Conference veteran Omar Abdullah by a margin of 2,00,000 votes, and is now hoping for a big victory in the upcoming assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir, which are being held after a gap of 10 years.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Anti-infiltration operation in J&amp;K: Search operation underway in Jammu and Kashmir</strong></p>

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<p>Rashid attacked all the top leaders of Jammu and Kashmir and BJP and promised the people that if they give him a chance and voted for his candidates, he would change the political story of Jammu and Kashmir.</p>

<p>"It’s after five and half years to be back in the valley. I am happy but I am also feeling a lot of pressure too. I don’t think I have done anything extraordinary, but I stayed on my conviction. I can’t even explain what I went through for the last five and half years, but the love I got from people today made me forget everything. I want the rights of the people to be fulfilled. I was not allowed any mode of communication because I refused to support the BJP," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Rashid continued, "It’s sad that Omar Abdullah made such statements like it’s the victory of Islamists. Now he says the BJP wants to divide the votes in Kashmir. He did not speak about people for the last five years and that’s why he had to beg by taking his cap off in Ganderbal."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The other political parties are campaigning aggressively as well. The Congress and National Conference presidents held a joint rally in south Kashmir's Anantnag district. Dr Farooq Abdullah and Malikkarjun Kharge were present at the rally/ Congress President Kharge took a direct dig at the BJP and Modi government.</p>

<p>"They used to say 400 paar, where are those 400 seats? They stopped at 240, if we had 20 more seats then all these people would have been in jail," Kharge said.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the BJP has also taken a strong stance against the Engineer Rashid and regional political parties like PDP and NC.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Senior BJP leader Ram Madhav said, “This rank separatist, in jail for the last 5 years under UAPA for indulging in anti-India activities, is out on bail to further vitiate Valley politics. Look at the language…anti-Modi rants, restoring Art 370, freeing terrorists from jails…no different from what Omar or Mehbooba or even others like Lone, of NC, PDP or PC – and the Gupkar Gang – is saying. He wants to defeat Modi’s dream of Naya Kashmir. We accept the challenge. Naya Kashmir’s March will go on unrelenting."</p>

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be visiting Srinagar on September 19. According to the party, he will address a mega BJP rally at Sher-e-Kashmir Park, Srinagar. Around 20,000 to 30,000 party workers are expected to attend the rally.</p>


With the release of Lok Sabha Member of Parliament Engineer Rashid, the politics of Jammu and Kashmir is witnessing a watershed moment. Rashid is being seen as a strong challenger for the established regional political parties like the National Conference and People's Democratic Party and can queer the political landscape for them.

With the release of Lok Sabha Member of Parliament Engineer Rashid, the politics of Jammu and Kashmir is witnessing a watershed moment. Rashid is being seen as a strong challenger for the established regional political parties like the National Conference and People's Democratic Party and can queer the political landscape for them. Engineer Rashid, who was released on interim bail from Tihar Jail on Tuesday, addressed a public meeting in Baramulla on Thursday. Also read: J&K polls: Amit Shah slams Congress for ‘misleading’ people about 'restoring statehood' Thousands of people, mostly youth, had gathered to listen to Engineer Rashid, who defeated National Conference veteran Omar Abdullah by a margin of 2,00,000 votes, and is now hoping for a big victory in the upcoming assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir, which are being held after a gap of 10 years. Watch | Anti-infiltration operation in J&K: Search operation underway in Jammu and Kashmir × Rashid attacked all the top leaders of Jammu and Kashmir and BJP and promised the people that if they give him a chance and voted for his candidates, he would change the political story of Jammu and Kashmir. "It’s after five and half years to be back in the valley. I am happy but I am also feeling a lot of pressure too. I don’t think I have done anything extraordinary, but I stayed on my conviction. I can’t even explain what I went through for the last five and half years, but the love I got from people today made me forget everything. I want the rights of the people to be fulfilled. I was not allowed any mode of communication because I refused to support the BJP," he said. Rashid continued, "It’s sad that Omar Abdullah made such statements like it’s the victory of Islamists. Now he says the BJP wants to divide the votes in Kashmir. He did not speak about people for the last five years and that’s why he had to beg by taking his cap off in Ganderbal." The other political parties are campaigning aggressively as well. The Congress and National Conference presidents held a joint rally in south Kashmir's Anantnag district. Dr Farooq Abdullah and Malikkarjun Kharge were present at the rally/ Congress President Kharge took a direct dig at the BJP and Modi government. "They used to say 400 paar, where are those 400 seats? They stopped at 240, if we had 20 more seats then all these people would have been in jail," Kharge said. Meanwhile, the BJP has also taken a strong stance against the Engineer Rashid and regional political parties like PDP and NC. Senior BJP leader Ram Madhav said, “This rank separatist, in jail for the last 5 years under UAPA for indulging in anti-India activities, is out on bail to further vitiate Valley politics. Look at the language…anti-Modi rants, restoring Art 370, freeing terrorists from jails…no different from what Omar or Mehbooba or even others like Lone, of NC, PDP or PC – and the Gupkar Gang – is saying. He wants to defeat Modi’s dream of Naya Kashmir. We accept the challenge. Naya Kashmir’s March will go on unrelenting." Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be visiting Srinagar on September 19. According to the party, he will address a mega BJP rally at Sher-e-Kashmir Park, Srinagar. Around 20,000 to 30,000 party workers are expected to attend the rally.

India: Lok Sabha MP Engineer Rashid's bail ahead of assembly polls could be watershed moment for J&K politics

<p>Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir are carrying out massive search operations in three districts: Anantnag, Kishtwar and Udhampur of the union territory. The first operation that started on August 10 in South Kashmir's Kokernag area of Anantnag district continues on the third day. Two Indian Army soldiers along with a civilian were killed in that operation.</p>

<p>Jammu and Kashmir's Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha laid a wreath and paid homage to the two Indian Army soldiers, identified as Havaldar Dipak Kumar Yadav and LNk Parveen Sharma, who laid down their lives during an anti-terror operation in Anantnag.&nbsp;<br />
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“I salute the indomitable courage of our Bravehearts, who made supreme sacrifice for the nation. Their valour and sacrifice will never be forgotten. The entire nation stands firmly with the families of the martyrs in this hour of grief,” the LG said. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>The second operation started on Sunday (Aug 11) in the Kishtwar area of Jammu region. Security forces said that a brief exchange of fire took place between terrorists and security forces in the Kishtwar Police Station area. After that, a massive search operation was started and is being carried out on the second day.</p>

<p>The third operation by the Indian Army, Jammu Kashmir Police and paramilitary forces is being carried out in the higher reaches of the Basantgarh area of&nbsp;Udhampur district in Jammu Region.</p>

<p>Security forces said that based on specific intelligence about the presence of terrorists, a joint search operation was launched by security forces in the higher reaches of Basantgarh under the J/D of P/S Basantgarh of Udhampur. Exchange of fire has taken place, and the area has been cordoned off.</p>

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<p>"Following specific inputs, contact was re-established with terrorists during dusk hours today at Khaned. Cordon remains intact while searches are being undertaken," said Jammu and Kashmir Police.</p>

<p>The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir has been on high alert ahead of the Independence Day celebrations. Security has been beefed up across the areas close to Line of Control and hinterland too.</p>


Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir are carrying out massive search operations in three districts: Anantnag, Kishtwar and Udhampur of the union territory. The first operation that started on August 10 in South Kashmir's Kokernag area of Anantnag district continues on the third day.

Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir are carrying out massive search operations in three districts: Anantnag, Kishtwar and Udhampur of the union territory. The first operation that started on August 10 in South Kashmir's Kokernag area of Anantnag district continues on the third day. Two Indian Army soldiers along with a civilian were killed in that operation. Jammu and Kashmir's Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha laid a wreath and paid homage to the two Indian Army soldiers, identified as Havaldar Dipak Kumar Yadav and LNk Parveen Sharma, who laid down their lives during an anti-terror operation in Anantnag. “I salute the indomitable courage of our Bravehearts, who made supreme sacrifice for the nation. Their valour and sacrifice will never be forgotten. The entire nation stands firmly with the families of the martyrs in this hour of grief,” the LG said. Watch | Rain wreaks havoc in North India; Amarnath Yatra halted in Jammu & Kashmir × The second operation started on Sunday (Aug 11) in the Kishtwar area of Jammu region. Security forces said that a brief exchange of fire took place between terrorists and security forces in the Kishtwar Police Station area. After that, a massive search operation was started and is being carried out on the second day. The third operation by the Indian Army, Jammu Kashmir Police and paramilitary forces is being carried out in the higher reaches of the Basantgarh area of Udhampur district in Jammu Region. Security forces said that based on specific intelligence about the presence of terrorists, a joint search operation was launched by security forces in the higher reaches of Basantgarh under the J/D of P/S Basantgarh of Udhampur. Exchange of fire has taken place, and the area has been cordoned off. Also read | Jammu and Kashmir: Two Indian army soldiers killed, two civilians injured during Kokernag gunfight "Following specific inputs, contact was re-established with terrorists during dusk hours today at Khaned. Cordon remains intact while searches are being undertaken," said Jammu and Kashmir Police. The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir has been on high alert ahead of the Independence Day celebrations. Security has been beefed up across the areas close to Line of Control and hinterland too.

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