News for 'Umar'

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq detained on way to Shopian

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq detained on way to Shopian

Rediff.com17 Sep 2013

All Parties Hurriyat Conference Chairman Mirwaiz Moulvi Umar Farooq was on Tuesday afternoon detained by police outside the Rajbagh headquarters of the conglomerate while on he was on his way to curfew-bound Shopian town in south Kashmir.

'It's A Prison-Like Situation In Kashmir'

'It's A Prison-Like Situation In Kashmir'

Rediff.com21 May 2024

'If you post on social media on an issue like power cuts in Tral, the police will come to your home and tell you to remove your social media post.' 'If you don't, then the local police threaten you that they will book you under PSA.' 'This is happening all the time in Kashmir.'

Umar Gul's brother arrested for harbouring terrorist

Umar Gul's brother arrested for harbouring terrorist

Rediff.com30 May 2012

The fast bowler's brother, Meraj, was arrested with two other men on charges of providing shelter to his uncle, Haji Daly, believed to be an active member of the banned Lashkar-e-Islam

People who acted as eyes, ears of 'enemy' queued up to vote: JK DGP

People who acted as eyes, ears of 'enemy' queued up to vote: JK DGP

Rediff.com2 Jun 2024

Director general of police Swain commended the security forces for their efforts in monitoring potential threats from external elements particularly "proxies of Pakistan" who intended to disrupt the democratic process.

'Ill intended': India rejects Muslim nations remarks on Art 370 verdict

'Ill intended': India rejects Muslim nations remarks on Art 370 verdict

Rediff.com13 Dec 2023

External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said the OIC's action at the behest of a "serial violater of human rights and an unrepentant promoter of cross border terrorism" makes its action even more questionable.

Dense fog engulfs North India; zero visibility at many places

Dense fog engulfs North India; zero visibility at many places

Rediff.com14 Jan 2024

Satellite imagery showed a layer of dense fog extending from Punjab and north Rajasthan to the northeast. Patches of fog were also visible along the east coast.

Lt. Umar Fayaz's death may be a turning point in Kashmir

Lt. Umar Fayaz's death may be a turning point in Kashmir

Rediff.com11 May 2017

'In times to come this will be considered a watershed event, but only if the establishment can see the flag which is up and the straws in the wind which are flying,' says Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd).

What Are These Kashmiri Women Painting?

What Are These Kashmiri Women Painting?

Rediff.com5 Aug 2023

Lady artists led by Zoya Khan painted murals of Kashmir's women handicraft artists on a four storeyed building in Srinagar this week.

Ranneeti: Balakot And Beyond Review: India Shines Again

Ranneeti: Balakot And Beyond Review: India Shines Again

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

Ranneeti: Balakot And Beyond veers between intriguing and boring, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Ganguly banking on Umar Gul in Shoaib's absence

Ganguly banking on Umar Gul in Shoaib's absence

Rediff.com14 Apr 2008

With speedster Shoaib Akhtar's chances of playing in the Indian Premier League looking dim, Kolkata Knight Riders skipper Sourav Ganguly is banking on another Pakistani pacer, Umar Gul, to deliver the goods in the tournament beginning on April 18. "Umar Gul is in our team. He will serve us well," Ganguly told newspersons in Kolkata when asked about the Rawalpindi Express' absence from his side.

1 IAF personnel killed, 4 injured in Poonch terror attack

1 IAF personnel killed, 4 injured in Poonch terror attack

Rediff.com4 May 2024

The attack took place near Shashidhar in the evening when the vehicles were moving towards Sanai Top in the district's Surankote area.

Want A Snowfight?

Want A Snowfight?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

Umar Ganie captures stunning scenes of Gulmarg after fresh snowfall.

JNU blocks registration of Kanhaiya, Umar, Anirban, 18 others

JNU blocks registration of Kanhaiya, Umar, Anirban, 18 others

Rediff.com19 Jul 2016

The circular bearing the names of the students carried a noting by the JNU registrar Pramod Kumar.

Pakistan's Umar Akmal cleared to play again by neurologists

Pakistan's Umar Akmal cleared to play again by neurologists

Rediff.com6 Sep 2013

Pakistan wicketkeeper-batsman Umar Akmal has been given the green light to resume playing after suffering a fit while on duty for Barbados in the Caribbean Premier League last month.

Will Kashmiri Tomatoes Bring Prices Down?

Will Kashmiri Tomatoes Bring Prices Down?

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

Kashmiri farmers have begun to harvest tomatoes -- it is the tomato harvest season in the Kashmir Valley -- and we wonder if it will bring relief to consumers elsewhere in the Union deprived of the juicy tomato in their curries.

Mehbooba's Appeal Seems Intact

Mehbooba's Appeal Seems Intact

Rediff.com10 May 2024

'Whether she is in power or not, she always makes it a point to visit us. This is her best quality as a leader.'

Mukhtar Ansari poisoned in jail, alleges brother

Mukhtar Ansari poisoned in jail, alleges brother

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

Jailed gangster-turned-politician Mukhtar Ansari was admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) at a hospital in Uttar Pradesh's Banda district early Tuesday with a complaint of abdominal pain.

Tiranga Yatra On Kashmir's Dal Lake

Tiranga Yatra On Kashmir's Dal Lake

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

On Tuesday, August 1, 2023, a fortnight before Independence Day, a Tiranga Shikara rally was organised on the Dal Lake.

Ever Studied At A Seasonal School?

Ever Studied At A Seasonal School?

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

Students from the nomadic Bakerwal community attend a seasonal school in the mountains of Tosa Maidan in Kashmir.

Fitness was lowest priority for Babar and coach Arthur, reveals Hafeez

Fitness was lowest priority for Babar and coach Arthur, reveals Hafeez

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

Former Pakistan cricket director Muhammad Hafeez has claimed that ex-captain, Babar Azam and foreign coaches Mickey Arthur and Grant Bradburn had given team fitness lowest priority in the lead-up to the ODI World Cup in India.

J-K: 9 pilgrims killed as bus falls into gorge after terror attack

J-K: 9 pilgrims killed as bus falls into gorge after terror attack

Rediff.com10 Jun 2024

Nine people including three women were killed and 33 injured as a bus carrying pilgrims from Uttar Pradesh and Delhi plunged into a deep gorge after an ambush by terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi district on Sunday evening, police said, as political leaders cutting across party lines strongly condemn the dastardly attack.

Ranveer In Kashmir!

Ranveer In Kashmir!

Rediff.com4 Mar 2023

Umar Ganie captures glimpse of actor Ranveer Singh in action in snow covered Gulmarg during the shooting of a romantic song for Karan Johar's film Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani.

Lord Ram doesn't belong only to Hindus: Farooq Abdullah

Lord Ram doesn't belong only to Hindus: Farooq Abdullah

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

'Ayodhya Ram Temple is about to be inaugurated. I would like to congratulate everyone who made the effort for the temple. It's ready now'

Umar has not done enough to remain in team: Moshin Khan

Umar has not done enough to remain in team: Moshin Khan

Rediff.com16 Oct 2011

Pakistan chief selector and interim coach Mohsin Hasan Khan, on Sunday, defended the axing of young batsman Umar Akmal from the Test squad, saying the youngster need to back to domestic cricket and learn playing big innings.

Injured Umar Gul to return home

Injured Umar Gul to return home

Rediff.com29 Nov 2007

Pakistani seamer Umar Gul is being sent home after he aggravated a back injury while bowling at the nets.

Sedition row: JNU panel upholds punishment for Umar Khalid, Kanhaiya Kumar

Sedition row: JNU panel upholds punishment for Umar Khalid, Kanhaiya Kumar

Rediff.com5 Jul 2018

The JNU panel had in 2016 recommended rustication of Khalid and two other students and imposed a fine of Rs 10,000 on Kumar.

Pakistan drop Afridi, Umar Akmal for Champions Trophy

Pakistan drop Afridi, Umar Akmal for Champions Trophy

Rediff.com30 Apr 2013

The national selection committee on Tuesday, as expected, axed experienced all-rounder Shahid Afridi and batsman Umar Akmal for the ICC Champions Trophy in England in June.

IPL PHOTOS: Umar's final-over heroics powers SRH to win

IPL PHOTOS: Umar's final-over heroics powers SRH to win

Rediff.com17 Apr 2022

Young pace sensation Umran Malik's scorching final over proved to be the difference as Sunrisers Hyderabad slayed Punjab Kings by seven wickets for their fourth successive win in IPL 2022.

Umar Khalid hatched conspiracy to fuel Delhi riots during Trump visit: Police

Umar Khalid hatched conspiracy to fuel Delhi riots during Trump visit: Police

Rediff.com23 Nov 2020

In this conspiracy, firearms, petrol bombs, acid bottles and stones were collected at numerous homes, police claimed.

When 100ft Tricolor Covered Srinagar Street

When 100ft Tricolor Covered Srinagar Street

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

Umar Ganie captures Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad students carrying a 100 feet-long Tricolor in Lal Chowk, Srinagar, on Republic Day, January 26, 2023.

Top Pakistani snooker player dies by suicide

Top Pakistani snooker player dies by suicide

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

Sheikh said Majid had no financial issues.

Salame Ishq Meri Jaan...

Salame Ishq Meri Jaan...

Rediff.com10 Jul 2023

'Dii duwaye tumhe umar bhar ke liye.'

Eid prayers 'not allowed' at Jama Masjid in Srinagar

Eid prayers 'not allowed' at Jama Masjid in Srinagar

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

In a statement, the managing body of the Jamia Masjid said on Wednesday, 'This is to inform the public that authorities have conveyed to Anjuman Auqaf Jama Masjid that once again, Eid ul Adha prayers will not be allowed at the historic and central Eidgah Srinagar.'

J-K: Boat carrying school children capsizes in Jhelum, 6 dead

J-K: Boat carrying school children capsizes in Jhelum, 6 dead

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

A boat carrying mostly school children capsized in the Jhelum river on the outskirts of the city on Tuesday, leaving six people dead, officials said.

Muharram Procession On Dal Lake

Muharram Procession On Dal Lake

Rediff.com29 Jul 2023

Muharram processions were seen after 33 years in the Kashmir Valley.

NIA names 5 in 2nd chargesheet in Coimbatore blast case

NIA names 5 in 2nd chargesheet in Coimbatore blast case

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

The National Investigation Agency on Friday filed a fresh charge sheet against five persons in connection with the Coimbatore car bomb blast in October 2022, and said the prime accused was "reportedly inspired by the hardcore ISIS ideology" to carry out this terrorist attack.

Would You Let Leeches Suck You?

Would You Let Leeches Suck You?

Rediff.com22 Mar 2023

Every year, traditional Kashmiri health workers in Kashmir use leeches to treat people for small, itchy, painful lumps that develop on the skin called chilblains, arthritis, chronic headaches, frostbite and sinusitis, on Nowruz, which marks the first day of spring and the beginning of the year in the Persian calendar.

STUNNING! Train Passes Through Snow

STUNNING! Train Passes Through Snow

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

Umar Ganie captures stunning scenes of a train traveling on the snow-covered Srinagar-Qazigund railway track at Anantnag after fresh heavy snowfall on Wednesday.

Security Tightens For I-Day In Srinagar

Security Tightens For I-Day In Srinagar

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

On Monday, August 7, 2023, security forces carried out surprise search operations in the Lal Chowk area of Srinagar.

No arrest, no curbs: Cops reject J-K leaders' claims

No arrest, no curbs: Cops reject J-K leaders' claims

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

The statement comes after political leaders, including former chief ministers Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti, claimed they were put under house arrest.