News for 'Wani'

J&K police files chargesheet against PDP's Waheed Parra

J&K police files chargesheet against PDP's Waheed Parra

Rediff.com1 Jun 2021

Police said that Parra has been chargesheeted by the Criminal Investigation (Kashmir) wing of the Jammu and Kashmir's CID under various sections of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act dealing with waging war against the country and threatening peace.

Arif Khan carries the tricolour and a billion dreams in Beijing

Arif Khan carries the tricolour and a billion dreams in Beijing

Rediff.com4 Feb 2022

Arif will be competing in Slalom and Giant Slalom events during the Games to be held from February 4 to 20.

Separatist leader Shabir Shah arrested for terror funding

Separatist leader Shabir Shah arrested for terror funding

Rediff.com26 Jul 2017

The Enforcement Directorate arrested Shah over a decade-old money laundering case.

Youth killed in security forces' firing on stone-pelting protesters

Youth killed in security forces' firing on stone-pelting protesters

Rediff.com3 Sep 2018

Clashes between the protesters and security forces were going on when last reports came in.

ED issues fresh summons to separatist Shabir Shah

ED issues fresh summons to separatist Shabir Shah

Rediff.com23 Aug 2015

The summons have been sent at the south Delhi guest house where Shah, the Chairman of Democratic Freedom Party of Jammu and Kashmir, has been kept after Delhi police detained him on Saturday.

NIA charges 25 for conspiring to recruit 'hybrid terrorists' for JK attacks

NIA charges 25 for conspiring to recruit 'hybrid terrorists' for JK attacks

Rediff.com8 Apr 2022

The case pertains to hatching a conspiracy, both on physical as well as cyberspace, for undertaking violent terrorist acts in Jammu and Kashmir and other parts of the country, by cadres of Pakistan-based proscribed terrorist organisations.

PM expresses 'unhappiness' over media coverage of Kashmir

PM expresses 'unhappiness' over media coverage of Kashmir

Rediff.com13 Jul 2016

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is said to have expressed his 'unhappiness' over the media coverage on violent protests in Kashmir Valley following killing of Burhan Wani saying the Hizbul Mujahideen militant has been portrayed as a "hero".

PDP's Parra was an asset of Pak-based terror groups: Chargesheet

PDP's Parra was an asset of Pak-based terror groups: Chargesheet

Rediff.com6 Jun 2021

The chargesheet highlighted his links to Pakistan-trained Abu Dujana and Abu Qassim, who were killed in separate encounters with security forces, and went on to allege that he used to meet them personally as well as through Over Ground Workers.

Sopore: 2 terrorists killed in encounter

Sopore: 2 terrorists killed in encounter

Rediff.com4 Sep 2017

The terrorists were later identified as Pervaiz Ahmad Wani of Galoora Handwara and Naeem Ahmad Najar of Shelpora Brad, Sopore, he said.

3 soldiers questioned over abduction, killing of Aurangzeb

3 soldiers questioned over abduction, killing of Aurangzeb

Rediff.com6 Feb 2019

The three soldiers are being quizzed on suspicion that they might have knowingly or unknowingly leaked information about Aurangzeb's movements.

If forces knew it's Burhan, they would've given him a chance: Mehbooba

If forces knew it's Burhan, they would've given him a chance: Mehbooba

Rediff.com29 Jul 2016

In a bid to control the damage over continuing protests, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on Thursday said the security forces were not aware of Hizbul commander Burhan Wani's presence during the raid at his hideout in which he was killed.

95% of J&K youth want to serve the nation: BSF exam topper

95% of J&K youth want to serve the nation: BSF exam topper

Rediff.com28 Sep 2016

He admitted that the situation in the valley is grim, but asserted that positive mindset of youth there will pave the way for peace.

No ties with J-K if Art 370 revoked: Mehbooba to govt

No ties with J-K if Art 370 revoked: Mehbooba to govt

Rediff.com30 Mar 2019

Mehbooba said Article 370 was a bridge between the Union and the state.

Our fight is against BJP, not India: Omar Abdullah

Our fight is against BJP, not India: Omar Abdullah

Rediff.com30 Oct 2020

'Our fight is not against the country but against the BJP and its ideology. The BJP is not the country and vice versa'

Hizb chief Saifullah Mir killed, cops term it 'huge success'

Hizb chief Saifullah Mir killed, cops term it 'huge success'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2020

Saifullah, who had taken command of the outfit after the killing of Riyaz Naikoo in May this year, was one of the most wanted terrorists in the Kashmir Valley and involved in several attacks on the security forces, an official said.

India asks its diplomats to withdraw kids from Pakistani schools

India asks its diplomats to withdraw kids from Pakistani schools

Rediff.com25 Jul 2016

This development amounts to "downgrade" of Pakistan as a "non-school-going station", an official said.

Top Hizb terrorist gunned down in J-K; militants hit back killing 4 policemen

Top Hizb terrorist gunned down in J-K; militants hit back killing 4 policemen

Rediff.com29 Aug 2018

The martyred policemen were identified as Constable Ishfaq Ahmad Mir, Constable Javaid Ahmad Bhat, Constable Mohammad Iqbal Mir and SPO Adil Manzoor Bhat.

Hurriyat moderates, hardliners to be banned under UAPA

Hurriyat moderates, hardliners to be banned under UAPA

Rediff.com22 Aug 2021

Officials said both the factions of the Hurriyat are likely to be banned under Section 3(1) of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, or the UAPA, under which "if the Central Government is of opinion that any association is, or has become, an unlawful association, it may, by notification in the Official Gazette, declare such association to be unlawful."

Hizbul terrorist killed in Kupwara; mob pelts stones in Sopore

Hizbul terrorist killed in Kupwara; mob pelts stones in Sopore

Rediff.com28 Jun 2016

Samir Ahmad Wani alias Jaan Sahib was killed in a gunbattle with security forces at Nagri Hatmulla in Kupwara district, a police official said.

Mehbooba aide charged with involvement in terrorist activities

Mehbooba aide charged with involvement in terrorist activities

Rediff.com26 Jul 2021

The special NIA judge charged him with being a member of a terror group, raising funds for them as well as aiding an outfit.

J&K: LeT terrorist killed in Budgam encounter

J&K: LeT terrorist killed in Budgam encounter

Rediff.com25 Mar 2018

The slain terrorist has been identified as Shafat Hussain Wani, a resident of Wagoora area of north Kashmir's Baramulla district.

2 LeT terrorists killed in Shopian encounter

2 LeT terrorists killed in Shopian encounter

Rediff.com12 May 2019

They were wanted by law for their complicity in a series of terror crimes, including attack on security establishments and civilian atrocities.

Kashmir unrest: Toll rises to 47; curfew continues in 5 districts

Kashmir unrest: Toll rises to 47; curfew continues in 5 districts

Rediff.com24 Jul 2016

Security agencies braced for a march called by separatists on Monday.

Prayers held at Kashmir's Jamia Masjid after 19 weeks of violence

Prayers held at Kashmir's Jamia Masjid after 19 weeks of violence

Rediff.com25 Nov 2016

However, the attendance of devotees was thin as the people from adjoining localities only were not able to reach the grand mosque due to non-availability of public transport in view of the strike.

Sharif to Modi: Can't fight poverty by driving tanks on farmlands'

Sharif to Modi: Can't fight poverty by driving tanks on farmlands'

Rediff.com5 Oct 2016

Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Wednesday hit back at his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi, saying poverty cannot be eradicated by "driving tanks on farmlands" and once again needled India by calling Hizbul commander Burhan Wani the "valiant son of Kashmir".

Another Kashmiri Pandit killed in J-K, fresh exodus call issued

Another Kashmiri Pandit killed in J-K, fresh exodus call issued

Rediff.com16 Aug 2022

Terrorists have stepped up attacks in the Kashmir valley over the past week.

Pakistan to observe July 19 as Black Day against Kashmir killings

Pakistan to observe July 19 as Black Day against Kashmir killings

Rediff.com15 Jul 2016

The neighbouring nation also declared slain Hizbul commander Burhan Wani as a martyr.

It's day 45 and Kashmir is still under lockdown

It's day 45 and Kashmir is still under lockdown

Rediff.com22 Aug 2016

Normal life remained paralysed for the 45th consecutive day due to curfew, restrictions and separatist sponsored strike following Wani's killing in an encounter with security forces.

Talks and guns don't go together: India's message to Pak

Talks and guns don't go together: India's message to Pak

Rediff.com22 Sep 2016

Glorification of Burhan Wani by Pak PM at the world forum is an act of self-incrimination, says M J Akbar.

Day 49: Curfew in Kashmir to prevent separatists' march

Day 49: Curfew in Kashmir to prevent separatists' march

Rediff.com26 Aug 2016

Curfew was on Friday extended to several areas of Kashmir to foil a planned march by separatists to Eidgah in old city area as normal life continued to remain paralysed for the 49th consecutive day in the Valley in the wake of violence following the killing of Hizbul Mujahideen militant Burhan Wani last month.

All J-K parties to meet delimitation panel, except PDP

All J-K parties to meet delimitation panel, except PDP

Rediff.com6 Jul 2021

The PDP led by former chief minister Mehbooba Mufti has decided to stay away from the delimitation process, saying the body lacks 'constitutional and legal mandate' and is part of the overall process of political disempowerment of people of Jammu and Kashmir.

'Global jihad is here'

'Global jihad is here'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2017

'When the first Islamic State flags appeared, it was called an aberration.' 'When videos appeared, they were termed exceptions!' 'It is high time we accepted that the global jihad is here.'

Gambhir backs Virushka over choice of marriage destination

Gambhir backs Virushka over choice of marriage destination

Rediff.com20 Dec 2017

Gambhir's remarks came a day after a BJP legislator in Madhya Pradesh, Pannalal questioned the patriotism of Kohli and Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma for not getting married in India.

No Tears for Lieutenant Fayaz

No Tears for Lieutenant Fayaz

Rediff.com3 May 2018

'Public spirited individuals and organisations should commemorate May 10 as Kashmir Solidarity Day by taking out candlelight marches and gathering at war memorials all over the country.'
'The occasion is not just to remember Lieutenant Fayaz, but also all those who have lost their lives in Kashmir defending the Republic,' says Colonel Anil A Athale (retd).

The general defending Ladakh against the Chinese

The general defending Ladakh against the Chinese

Rediff.com8 Jun 2020

Lieutenant General Harinder Singh, who commands the 'Fire and Fury' 14 Corps, has the experience and talent to face down the Chinese challenge. The general is a rare combination of thinker and tough-minded doer, observes David Devadas.

India slams Pakistan, says it 'extols' virtues of terrorists

India slams Pakistan, says it 'extols' virtues of terrorists

Rediff.com14 Jul 2016

Strongly hitting back at Pakistan for raising in the United Nations the issue of the killing of Hizbul commander Burhan Wani, India has said Pakistan "extols" the "virtues" of terrorists and uses terrorism as a state policy towards the "misguided end" of coveting the territory of others.

Strike hits normal life in Kashmir, Amarnath yatra suspended

Strike hits normal life in Kashmir, Amarnath yatra suspended

Rediff.com8 Jul 2018

Restrictions have been imposed in five police station areas of Srinagar, a police official said.

Normalcy restored in Kashmir Valley

Normalcy restored in Kashmir Valley

Rediff.com9 Jul 2017

There were no restrictions on the movement or assembly of people anywhere in the Valley.

Rajnath won't meet Pak leadership; won't mince words either

Rajnath won't meet Pak leadership; won't mince words either

Rediff.com29 Jul 2016

Singh is expected to bluntly ask Pakistan to stop sponsoring acts of terror in India and also raise the issue of slow pace of probe into the Pathankot airbase terror attack

NIA arrests doctor who was developing apps for ISIS

NIA arrests doctor who was developing apps for ISIS

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

Abdur Rahman, 28, working at M S Ramaiah Medical College, was taken into custody on Monday in connection with the Islamic State Khorasan Province case being probed by the agency