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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.

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.

After 4 Years, Mirwaiz Is Free!

After 4 Years, Mirwaiz Is Free!

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq was released from house arrest on Friday, September 22, 2023, four years after he was taken into detention.

No difference between India and Bangladesh if...: Mehbooba

No difference between India and Bangladesh if...: Mehbooba

Rediff.com2 Dec 2024

PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti drew comparisons between the treatment of Hindus in Bangladesh and minorities in India, sparking criticism from the BJP. Mufti expressed concerns about the alleged oppression of Hindus in Bangladesh and criticized recent surveys of mosques in India. She called for a united front against forces dividing people on religious lines and warned of a potential repeat of 1947-like riots.

A Temple Opens In Kashmir After 30 Years

A Temple Opens In Kashmir After 30 Years

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

>After 30 years, Kashmiri Pandits held special prayers at the Shiv temple at Dhobiwan village in the Tangmarg area of north Kashmir's Baramulla district.

What's Fishing In Kashmir?

What's Fishing In Kashmir?

Rediff.com29 May 2023

Villagers fish with wicker baskets during Panzath Nag, an annual, centuries-old, ritual that coincides with the Rohan Posh festival, at Qazigund in Kulgam district, south Kashmir on Monday, May 29, 2023.

Court grants 2-hour parole to Engineer Rashid to take oath in LS

Court grants 2-hour parole to Engineer Rashid to take oath in LS

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

A court in New Delhi on Tuesday granted two-hour custody parole to Kashmiri leader Sheikh Abdul Rashid to take oath as a Lok Sabha MP on July 5.

Kashmir Marathon: '42 kilometres in a paradise!'

Kashmir Marathon: '42 kilometres in a paradise!'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2024

Around 2000 runners, including 59 internationals athletes, took part in the inaugural Kashmir Marathon in Srinagar.

Army orders probe into death of 3 civilians in J-K's Poonch

Army orders probe into death of 3 civilians in J-K's Poonch

Rediff.com24 Dec 2023

The three civilians were allegedly picked up by the Army for questioning in the wake of the killing of four Army jawans in an ambush by unidentified terrorists in Poonch on December 21.

A First! Tricolour On Hurriyat Office

A First! Tricolour On Hurriyat Office

Rediff.com3 Aug 2022

Kashmiri Pandit social activist Sandeep Mawa placed two National Flags on the gate of the head office of the moderate faction of the Hurriyat Conference in the Rajbagh area of Srinagar on Wednesday, August 3, 2022.

Centre tries to curtail powers of new J-K govt, CM, alleges Omar; MHA denies

Centre tries to curtail powers of new J-K govt, CM, alleges Omar; MHA denies

Rediff.com5 Oct 2024

The strong statement from Union Home Minister Amit Shah's office came after former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah asked bureaucrats in the Union Territory to resist any pressure to "further disempower" the incoming elected government.

Chugging Through The Snow

Chugging Through The Snow

Rediff.com10 Jan 2022

Passenger trains on the snow-covered Baramulla-Qazigund railway track, near Srinagar, after train services resumed in the valley following heavy snowfall, January 10, 2022.

Bullet Holes Mark End Of LeT Terrorists

Bullet Holes Mark End Of LeT Terrorists

Rediff.com4 May 2023

A firefight ensued after security forces landed a cordon and search operation in the Wanigam Payeen Kreeri area of Baramulla acting on specific intelligence about the presence of terrorists at the location.

Phase 5 voter turnout at 62.19%; nears 2019 polling percentage

Phase 5 voter turnout at 62.19%; nears 2019 polling percentage

Rediff.com22 May 2024

The fifth phase of Lok Sabha elections has so far registered a voter turnout of approximately 62.19 percent, 1.97 percentage points less than 2019.

Tale of two Adils of Pahalgam: One a terrorist, the other a hero

Tale of two Adils of Pahalgam: One a terrorist, the other a hero

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

The story of two Adils, one a Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist and the other a pony 'wallah' who died protecting tourists, highlights the contrasting realities of life in Kashmir. While the terrorist, Aadil Thokar, is accused of the deadly attack on tourists in Baisaran, the heroic pony 'wallah', Syed Adil Hussain Shah, sacrificed his life to save them. Their stories, though separated by a tragic event, reveal the deep-rooted conflict and the enduring spirit of compassion in Kashmir.

'Pakistan Should Be Humiliated'

'Pakistan Should Be Humiliated'

Rediff.com8 May 2025

'...and the country should be impoverished completely.' 'Once this is done, the political class would take over and then play a part in real democracy where the army is under the control of the government, not vice-versa.'

The Beauty of Kashmir in Spring

The Beauty of Kashmir in Spring

Rediff.com16 Mar 2023

The almond flowers blossom announce the arrival of colourful spring in the valley which comes after a long and gruelling winter.

First Day, First Show In Srinagar

First Day, First Show In Srinagar

Rediff.com20 Sep 2022

Aamir Khan's Lal Singh Chaddha was the first film screened at the Srinagar cinema.

PIX: Omar to Owaisi, famous faces at polling booths

PIX: Omar to Owaisi, famous faces at polling booths

Rediff.com13 May 2024

Here are glimpses of famous faces who got their fingers inked.

Enthused over J-K LS turnout, will start assembly poll process soon: CEC

Enthused over J-K LS turnout, will start assembly poll process soon: CEC

Rediff.com3 Jun 2024

Addressing a press conference in New Delhi, Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar said the EC was very enthused by the voter turnout in Jammu and Kashmir during the Lok Sabha elections, which showed the eagerness of the people to participate in the democratic process.

People are celebrating democracy: Modi in Srinagar

People are celebrating democracy: Modi in Srinagar

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the youth of Jammu and Kashmir have found confidence in democracy again and are feeling that their vote can bring change, which is the first step towards their empowerment.

Rare Summer Snowfall in Kashmir

Rare Summer Snowfall in Kashmir

Rediff.com8 May 2023

Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonamarg and Qazigund received snowfall early on Monday, May 8, 2023, morning, making the roads slippery

Omar Abdullah sworn-in as J-K CM, ally Cong not to join his govt yet

Omar Abdullah sworn-in as J-K CM, ally Cong not to join his govt yet

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

National Conference leader Omar Abdullah was sworn in as the chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday, the first elected government in the Union Territory since 2019 when Article 370 was abrogated.

What Kashmiri Pandits Are Celebrating in Srinagar

What Kashmiri Pandits Are Celebrating in Srinagar

Rediff.com2 Apr 2022

Kashmiri Pandits offer special prayers during the Navreh festival at the Mata Chakreshwari temple in Srinagar, April, 2, 2022.

Asia's Longest Cycle Race Begins!

Asia's Longest Cycle Race Begins!

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

Cyclists from across India are taking part in the 12-day, 3,651 km, race, the first of its kind in Asia.

Srinagar Wrapped In Snow

Srinagar Wrapped In Snow

Rediff.com4 Jan 2022

As most parts of the Kashmir Valley received fresh snowfall, the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway has been closed and nearly two dozen flights have been cancelled at the Srinagar international airport on Tuesday.

Jamaat-e-Islami Fails Kashmir Election Test

Jamaat-e-Islami Fails Kashmir Election Test

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

None of its candidates won. Most of them lost badly.

Srinagar School Reopens After 33 Years

Srinagar School Reopens After 33 Years

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

The Arya Samaj has reopened one of its oldest educational institutions in downtown Srinagar after 33 years.

Women voters outnumber men in 8 Srinagar assembly constituencies

Women voters outnumber men in 8 Srinagar assembly constituencies

Rediff.com7 Sep 2024

Women outnumber men in six of the eight assembly constituencies with Central Shalteng and Eidgah segments being the exceptions.

Shootout At Hazratbal

Shootout At Hazratbal

Rediff.com10 Mar 2022

Personnel from the Jammu and Kashmir police's Special Operations Group and Central Reserve Police Force troopers engaged in an encounter at the famed Hazratbal shrine in Srinagar on Thursday, March 20, 2022, killing a Pakistani terrorist named Hyder.

What's Eknath Shinde Doing In Kashmir?

What's Eknath Shinde Doing In Kashmir?

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

Are MoShah laying the ground for Shinde to take a national role, move to Delhi as a Union minister, paving the way for Ajit Pawar to take over as Maharashtra chief minister?

And So It Begins: Kashmir's CHILLAI KALAN

And So It Begins: Kashmir's CHILLAI KALAN

Rediff.com21 Dec 2022

Srinagar records a low of minus 4.2 degrees.

Can Omar Beat The BJP In Baramulla?

Can Omar Beat The BJP In Baramulla?

Rediff.com12 Apr 2024

Omar Abdullah told the media on Friday, April 12, 2024, that he is contesting from north Kashmir as the National Conference wanted to defeat the central government, which is eyeing the Baramulla constituency as Sajjad Lone is contesting from the seat.

Rahul, Priyanka play in snow as Bharat Jodo Yatra ends

Rahul, Priyanka play in snow as Bharat Jodo Yatra ends

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday hoisted the national flag at the 'Bharat Jodo Yatra' camp site in Srinagar and followed it with a fun snowball fight with his sister Priyanka Gandhi Vadra.

And the Protests continue in Srinagar...

And the Protests continue in Srinagar...

Rediff.com18 Nov 2021

On Thursday, several people from all walks of life protested demanding the return of Dr Mudasir Gul and Altaf Bhat's bodies for a proper burial by their families.

A Kashmiri Pandit Havan In Srinagar

A Kashmiri Pandit Havan In Srinagar

Rediff.com20 May 2022

Kashmiri Pandits performed a havan (special prayers) at the Zestha Devi temple on the banks of the Dal Lake in Srinagar on Friday, May 20, 2022.

Murder In The Heart Of Srinagar

Murder In The Heart Of Srinagar

Rediff.com4 Apr 2022

Terrorists attacked a Central Reserve Police Force patrol, killing a CRPF jawan and injuring another in Maisuma in the heart of Srinagar on Monday, April 4, 2022.

4 injured in grenade attack in Srinagar, 1 arrested

4 injured in grenade attack in Srinagar, 1 arrested

Rediff.com26 Jan 2022

The grenade exploded by the roadside without causing any damage.

'Unlikely Pakistan Shot Down 3 Rafales'

'Unlikely Pakistan Shot Down 3 Rafales'

Rediff.com9 May 2025

'There is no independently verified imagery or battlefield evidence to support Pakistan's claim.'

Fire damages historic shrine in Srinagar

Fire damages historic shrine in Srinagar

Rediff.com15 Nov 2017

As many as 22 fire tenders along with pumps were dispatched to the spot immediately to douse the flames.