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Kashmir Faces Power Crisis

Kashmir Faces Power Crisis

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

The Kashmir valley is facing a shortage of electricity at the beginning of the long winter.

Postcards from the white Valley

Postcards from the white Valley

Rediff.com3 Feb 2015

Here are some stunning pictures from snow-bound Kashmir.

Ex-separatist leader Bilal Lone joins mainstream politics

Ex-separatist leader Bilal Lone joins mainstream politics

Rediff.com19 Jul 2025

Former separatist leader Bilal Gani Lone has entered mainstream politics, aiming to represent his father's legacy and address the issues facing Kashmiri youth.

Who says my husband was a terrorist?

Who says my husband was a terrorist?

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

On Wednesday, dentist Dr Mudasir Gul's widow, carrying her 18-month-old child in her arms, wept and angrily demanded evidence that her husband -- who was slain during a firefight between security forces and terrorists in Hyderpora, Srinagar, on Monday evening -- was an over the ground worker.

Jama Masjid Srinagar Bans...

Jama Masjid Srinagar Bans...

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

On Friday, December 16, Anjuman Auquaf, which manages the Jamia Masjid in Srinagar, posted a notification in the mosque complex banning women and men sitting together on the lawns.

Teacher's Murder: Kashmiri Pandits Protest

Teacher's Murder: Kashmiri Pandits Protest

Rediff.com31 May 2022

Kashmiri Pandits protest against Tuesday's murder of a lady teacher in Kulgam by terrorists.

It's Back To School For Kids In Kashmir

It's Back To School For Kids In Kashmir

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

After three months of the winter break, schools in Kashmir opened on Wednesday, March 1, 2023.

Two Ex-CMs Bite The Dust In J&K, And How!

Two Ex-CMs Bite The Dust In J&K, And How!

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

Omar Abdullah lost by 204,142 votes; Mehbooba Mufti by 281, 794 votes.

Sanjay Dutt's Special Kashmir Connection

Sanjay Dutt's Special Kashmir Connection

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

It was a sweet homecoming of sorts for Sanjay Dutt when he visited Kashmir to shoot his Tamil film, Leo.

India shoots down 8 Pak missiles targeting Jammu

India shoots down 8 Pak missiles targeting Jammu

Rediff.com8 May 2025

Pakistani drones were intercepted by Indian air defence in Jaisalmer. Explosions were heard and flashes seen in the sky.

Day 23: Normal life continues to remain hit in Kashmir

Day 23: Normal life continues to remain hit in Kashmir

Rediff.com27 Aug 2019

The security personnel deployed to maintain law and order stayed put even as restrictions were lifted from most areas of the valley.

Cherry Harvesting Begins In Kashmir

Cherry Harvesting Begins In Kashmir

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

Kashmir has emerged as a haven for cherry cultivation.

Operation Sindoor: Why Was ISI HQ Not Targeted?

Operation Sindoor: Why Was ISI HQ Not Targeted?

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

What was the aim of Operation Sindoor? Why was the operation halted so soon? asks Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (retd).

Top Pak LeT commander among 3 terrorists killed in J-K

Top Pak LeT commander among 3 terrorists killed in J-K

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

A top Pakistani commander of the terrorist group Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) who was active in the Valley for several years was killed and four security personnel were injured in an encounter in the Khanyar area of Srinagar on Saturday, officials said.

Back to back terror attacks in J-K: Ex-sarpanch killed, tourist couple shot at

Back to back terror attacks in J-K: Ex-sarpanch killed, tourist couple shot at

Rediff.com19 May 2024

Terrorists struck at two places in Kashmir on Saturday night, killing a former sarpanch in Shopian and injuring a tourist couple from Rajasthan in Anantnag, two days ahead of Lok Sabha elections in Baramulla.

Kashmir Plays Host To Youth 20 Summit

Kashmir Plays Host To Youth 20 Summit

Rediff.com11 May 2023

A Youth 20 consultation meeting on climate change is taking place under India's G20 presidency in Srinagar.

Kashmiri Pandits Celebrate Kheer Bhawani Mela

Kashmiri Pandits Celebrate Kheer Bhawani Mela

Rediff.com8 Jun 2022

Kashmiri Pandits offered special prayers at the Mata Kheer Bhawani temple in Tulmulla Ganderbal near Srinagar, June 8, 2022, during the annual Kheer Bhawani Mela celebrations.

First Multiplex In Srinagar Opens Tomorrow

First Multiplex In Srinagar Opens Tomorrow

Rediff.com19 Sep 2022

Srinagar gears up for its first multiplex cinema which will be inaugurated by Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday, September 20, 2022, at Shivpora Indiranagar in Srinagar.

Kashmiri Pandits Celebrate Janmashtami In Srinagar

Kashmiri Pandits Celebrate Janmashtami In Srinagar

Rediff.com19 Aug 2022

Kashmiri Pandits took part in a Janmashtami procession amid tight security in Srinagar on Friday.

Dense Fog Engulfs Kashmir

Dense Fog Engulfs Kashmir

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

As the night temperature plummeted to below freezing point in many parts of the Kashmir valley including Srinagar, dense fog engulfed the city and other parts.

'Books Ban May Be Preparation For Something Else'

'Books Ban May Be Preparation For Something Else'

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

'I hope we can move towards peace, stability, and national unity.' 'I believe most Kashmiris want that too.'

Tulips, Tulips Everywhere!

Tulips, Tulips Everywhere!

Rediff.com25 Mar 2024

Asia's largest tulip garden in Srinagar has with 1.7 million tulips!

PHOTOS: PDP supporters take to the streets to celebrate

PHOTOS: PDP supporters take to the streets to celebrate

Rediff.com23 Dec 2014

The People's Democratic Party which has emerged as the single largest party in Jammu and Kashmir appears to be in the pole position to form the government in the 87 member Assembly. Rediff.com brings you images from the ground.

J-K cop, teacher among 3 govt staffers sacked over terror links

J-K cop, teacher among 3 govt staffers sacked over terror links

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

Over 75 government employees with terror links have been dismissed so far by the LG administration.

J-K LG invites Omar Abdullah to take oath on Oct 16

J-K LG invites Omar Abdullah to take oath on Oct 16

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday invited National Conference leader Omar Abdullah to take oath as first chief minister of the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir on October 16.

Uniform unites, not religion, says HC; upholds Army officer's sacking

Uniform unites, not religion, says HC; upholds Army officer's sacking

Rediff.com1 Jun 2025

A bench of Justices Navin Chawla and Shalinder Kaur rejected the petition by the Indian Army Lieutenant, who served as a 'Troop Leader' of a squadron, against the termination order passed on March 3, 2021, that dismissed him from the Indian Army without pension and gratuity.

Asia's First Glass Igloo Restaurant Is In....

Asia's First Glass Igloo Restaurant Is In....

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

A glass igloo restaurant in snow covered Gulmarg has become one of the prime tourist attractions in the Kashmir Valley.

Why Are MARCOS Patrolling Dal Lake?

Why Are MARCOS Patrolling Dal Lake?

Rediff.com18 May 2023

The Indian Navy's Marine Commandos have taken charge of the security of Dal Lake and the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre, which will host the G20 meeting, on the banks of the Dal Lake.

Strawberry Fields Forever

Strawberry Fields Forever

Rediff.com17 May 2023

The glimpses of Strawberry harvested at a farm in Gassu on the outskirts of Srinagar on Tuesday.

Omar Abdullah elected NC legislature party leader

Omar Abdullah elected NC legislature party leader

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Omar Abdullah was on Thursday unanimously elected as the leader of the National Conference legislature party, party president Farooq Abdullah said in Srinagar.

High Alert In Srinagar For Modi Arrival

High Alert In Srinagar For Modi Arrival

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

A multi-layer security grid has been enforced in and around Srinagar, aerial surveillance, bomb disposal squads, drones and sharpshooters guarding the Bakshi Stadium are in place for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Srinagar visit on Thursday, March 7, 2024.

Pahalgam attack didn't stall talks of J-K statehood: Abdullah

Pahalgam attack didn't stall talks of J-K statehood: Abdullah

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has stated that the conversation regarding the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir has not been stalled. He claims the issue was raised at the recent NITI Aayog governing council meeting, and the formal speech distributed at the meeting includes a mention of the return of statehood. Abdullah also addressed concerns about the impact of the Pahalgam terror attack on tourism, emphasizing the importance of local Kashmiris visiting tourist spots first to revive the industry and ensure a sense of security.

When Sachin Met Amir!

When Sachin Met Amir!

Rediff.com26 Feb 2024

Sachin Tendulkar meets Jammu and Kashmir para cricket team captain, differently-abled sportsman, Amir Hussain Lone, calls him a 'real hero, an inspiration, during his trip to the Kashmir Valley.

Tiranga Rally Flagged Off In Srinagar

Tiranga Rally Flagged Off In Srinagar

Rediff.com25 Jul 2022

The first-ever Tiranga Rally from the Ghanta Ghar Lal Chowk in Srinagar to Kargil organised by the Bharatiya Janata Party began on Monday, July 25, amidst tight security, in which 300 bikers participated.

Right, not generosity: HC upholds disability pension for soldiers

Right, not generosity: HC upholds disability pension for soldiers

Rediff.com5 Jul 2025

The Delhi High Court has dismissed petitions from the Ministry of Defence challenging disability pension orders for armed forces personnel, emphasizing that such pensions are a right, not an act of generosity, and should not be denied based solely on the location of disability onset or claims of lifestyle diseases.

Lotus Blooms In Dal Lake

Lotus Blooms In Dal Lake

Rediff.com1 Sep 2022

As a result, lotus stems, also known locally as nadru, is available in good quantity in Kashmir due to revival of the crop in the lake.

G20 Delegates Go Shopping In Srinagar

G20 Delegates Go Shopping In Srinagar

Rediff.com24 May 2023

On Wednesday, amid the ongoing G20 event in Jammu and Kashmir, the delegates took a tour of Srinagar's Polo View Market.

Choppers, drones used in hunt for Gulmarg terrorists

Choppers, drones used in hunt for Gulmarg terrorists

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

The officials said helicopters and drones were pressed into the service to help the forces, who are also using human and technical intelligence inputs to aid the search operation which has been launched to trace and neutralise the terrorists behind the attack.

The 25 Books Banned In Kashmir

The 25 Books Banned In Kashmir

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

Bookstore owners were cautioned against keeping or distributing the books. Police personnel briefed the bookstore owners about the legal consequences of violating the ban.

Tourist couple injured in J-K terror attack recovering

Tourist couple injured in J-K terror attack recovering

Rediff.com20 May 2024

"Tabrez Khan and his wife Farah are undergoing treatment at 92 Base Hospital of the Army. They are both stable and their condition is improving," an official said.