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Omar Abdullah expands J-K cabinet, inducts four new ministers
On Tuesday, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expanded his council by swearing in four new ministers. The new ministers include Ali Mohammad Sagar, Mir Saifullah, Shameema Firdous, and Altaf Ahmad Wani. Sagar, a seven-time MLA, has consistently won elections since his first in 1983. Firdous is the second woman to join the Abdullah-led council, enhancing representation.
Walk, auto, scooty... different modes, one destination for Abdullahs and NC leaders
In Srinagar, National Conference leaders, including Omar Abdullah, Farooq Abdullah, and Sakina Ittoo, defied restrictions to pay tribute at the Naqshband Sahib graveyard. Omar Abdullah scaled the graveyard gates after police sealed the road. Farooq Abdullah rode an auto-rickshaw, while Ittoo arrived on a scooter.
2 CRPF jawans, 2 policemen injured in Srinagar encounter
Two CRPF jawans and two policemen were injured in an encounter with terrorists in Khanyar. The injured personnel were taken to the Army's 92 Base Hospital and are in stable condition. The search operation turned into an encounter when terrorists opened fire. In another operation, two terrorists were killed by security forces in Anantnag district.
Jammu and Kashmir: Two militants killed in encounter in Anantnag
Security personnel killed two militants in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday. Encounters and search operations occurred in multiple districts. In Srinagar, an encounter started after terrorists opened fire on security forces during a search operation. Another encounter occurred in Bandipora district as terrorists opened fire and fled into the jungle. No casualties have been reported so far.
Cop, civilian injured in firing by militants at security forces in Srinagar
The ultras attacked a security forces' party in Khanyar in the old city area of the valley, the police official said.
Police officer shot dead by militant in Srinagar, incident caught on camera
The officials said the area has been cordoned off and a hunt launched to nab the attacker. The militant fired at the officer and injured him. He was rushed to SKIMS in Soura but succumbed to injuries.
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Reports claiming Kashmiri student joined militant ranks hugely worrying: Omar Abdullah
Bilal Sofi (17), a resident of Khanyar locality in downtown Srinagar, was was pursuing graduation from Greater Noida's Sharda University.
1 killed, 4 injured in Kashmir grenade blast
Unidentified militants hurled a grenade on a police party near the office of Superintendent of Police, North City, at Khanyar here, a police official said.
J&K: Youths clash with security forces; Pak, ISIS flags waved
The officials said that the youths also set fire to the tricolour before marching towards Nowhatta Chowk on their way towards Khanyar Chowk.
Restrictions in old Srinagar after local militant killed
Restrictions have been imposed in the police station areas of Maharajgunj, Safakadal, Rainawari, Nowhatta and Khanyar as a precautionary measure, said a police official.
Police detain JKLF chief Yasin Malik on his way to protest march
Malik was detained at Khanyar when he was going to the Jamia Masjid at Nowhatta for the protest march, a police official said.
Restrictions imposed in Srinagar to prevent separatist-called protests
Prohibitory orders were imposed in Rainawari, Khanyar, Nowhatta, M.R.Gunj and Safakadal in old Srinagar and Maisuma and Kralkhud in uptown areas by the Srinagar District Magistrate.
Restrictions imposed on movement of people in Srinagar
Police has formed special investigation teams and offered a reward of Rs six lakh for information leading to arrest of the culprits.
Curfew, restrictions in Kashmir ahead of Friday prayers
"Curfew has been imposed in Nowhatta, Khanyar, Rainawari, Batamaloo, Safakadal and Maharajgunj police station areas of the city as a precautionary measure," a police official said.
Curfew reimposed in parts of Kashmir
Authorities had lifted curfew from Kashmir except Anantnag town yesterday following which it was rocked by fresh protests.
Security stepped up, separatists call for shutdown
Shops and other business establishments remained closed due to the call given by separatists groups including both factions of Hurriyat Conference.
Protesters clash with security personnel in Srinagar
A youth was injured when CRPF personnel allegedly opened fire to chase away stone-pelting protesters in downtown Srinagar.
Restrictions imposed in parts of Srinagar in view Pakistan's Independence Day
A senior police officer said restrictions have been imposed in police station areas of Rainawari, Khanyar, M R Gunj, Safakdal, Nowhata and Maisuma.
Restrictions continue in Srinagar, Palhallan for 3rd day
Curfew-like restrictions continued in Safakadal, Maharaj Gunj, Khanyar, Rainawari and Nowhatta police station areas.
Abdul Rahim Rather's defeat ends record 36-year stint in J&K Assembly
Rather, who represented Charar-e-Sharief constituency in the Assembly, lost to PDP candidate and former Legislative Council chairman Ghulam Nabi Lone.
Srinagar voter turnout up, Jharkhand logs 61% voting
Participation in city’s eight seats remained in single digit in 2002 and improved in 2008. In 2014, however, new records in post-militancy were created.
J&K polls: 195 candidates file nominations for 4th phase
The scrutiny of the papers would be held on November 27 and November 29 is the last day for withdrawal of nominations.
Curfew remains in force in parts of Srinagar
Curfew will continue in five police station areas of Khanyar, Nowhatta, Rainawari, M R Gunj and Safakadal in interior Srinagar city.
Lok Sabha polls: Violent forces will not be allowed to succeed, says Omar Abdullah
"The election rally continues without disturbance and the police are working to ascertain the source of the noise that was heard," Omar tweeted.
Three injured in blast in Kashmir
Sources said suspected militants hurled a grenade at Magam chowk in Budgam district, which resulted in injuries to three persons.
Strike over shrine fire disrupts normal life in Kashmir
Normal life across Kashmir remained disrupted for the fourth day today due to a strike called by the Grand Mufti.
Restrictions on movement in Srinagar help situation improve
Authorities imposed curfew-like restrictions in the old Srinagar city as Kashmir observed a complete shutdown to mourn the destruction of one of Valley’s revered shrines.
Seven CRPF personnel injured in militant attack in Srinagar
Seven CRPF personnel were injured, one of them critically, as two motorcycle-borne militants opened indiscriminate firing on them at Khanyar in old city.
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