Jammu & Kashmir

22

Feb

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Kupwara Police Cracks Down on Drug Trade, Notorious Peddler Booked Under PIT NDPS

Kupwara, February 21, 2025: In a major success in the ongoing war against drug menace, Kupwara Police has detained a notorious drug peddler, Asad Ali Awan, son of Akhter Ali Awan, resident of Khawarpora Karnah, under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (PIT NDPS). The accused has been lodged in Kot Bhalwal Jail, Jammu, after obtaining a formal detention order from the competent authority. The accused was a habitual offender, previously involved in multiple narcotics-related cases, including:• FIR No. 98/2021 U/S 8/21 NDPS Act of Police Station Karnah• FIR No. 26/2022 U/S 8/21-29 NDPS…

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22

Feb

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Farewell Ceremony Held at District Police Lines Kupwara to Honour Outgoing DSPsKupwara

Kupwara , Feb 21 : A heartfelt farewell ceremony was organized today at District Police Lines Kupwara to honor the distinguished service of outgoing Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs) Peerzada Mujahid Ul Haq and Shri Rayees Ahmad Mir .The event was attended by senior officers and personnel of District Police Kupwara marking an occasion of gratitude and appreciation for the officers’ dedicated service.Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kupwara, Shri Ghulam Jeelani in his farewell address commended the remarkable contributions of DSP Mujahid Ul Haq and DSP Rayees during their tenure in Kupwara. He highlighted their professionalism, integrity, and commitment to…

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22

Feb

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Handwara Police Registers First-Ever e-FIR via WhatsApp

Handwara 22_febuary 2025In a groundbreaking move towards digital policing, Police Station Vilgam in Handwara has registered its first electronic First Information Report (e-FIR) following a complaint lodged via WhatsApp. The complaint was filed by Imtiyaz Ahmad Dar, son of Mohd Assadullah Dar, a resident of Hanjipora, Kupwara, and the driver of SRTC bus No. JK01Y-1121.According to the complaint, the incident occurred earlier today while Imtiyaz was traveling from Tarathpora to Srinagar. He alleged that upon reaching Vilgam, he was wrongfully restrained and physically assaulted by two individuals—Ashiq Hussain Bhat and Gowher Ahmad Bhat, both sons of Samad Bhat and residents…

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22

Feb

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Border Area Youth Exchange Programme: Students from Five States Visit Tangdhar and Tithwal

Karnah : In a remarkable initiative fostering national integration and awareness, 25 students from five states visited Tangdhar and Tithwal as part of the Border Area Youth Exchange Programme, organized by Nehru Yuva Kalyan Sansthan, Kupwara. The visit offered the young participants an immersive experience, blending history, culture, and the spirit of resilience. The contingent explored the Azmat-e-Hind Memorial, a tribute to India's military legacy, and paid homage at the sacred Sharda Devi Temple, an enduring symbol of cultural and spiritual heritage. They gained profound insights into the region’s rich military history, marked by the valour and supreme sacrifice of…

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21

Feb

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

J&K Youth Welfare Forum Collaborates with Kamraj Forest Division Kupwara for Plantation Drive

The J&K Youth Welfare Forum, in collaboration with the Kamraj Forest Division Kupwara, successfully conducted a plantation drive in the Sogam area of Lolab. The initiative was inaugurated by DFO Kamraj Kupwara, Anurag Ariya, and witnessed participation from various stakeholders, including Dr. Aijaz Bhat, President of the J&K Youth Welfare Forum, Range Officer Sogam Aijaz Ahmad, staff members of the Sogam range, civil society members, school children, and local women. During the event, nearly 200 plants were planted, marking the beginning of a larger goal to plant a total of 1,000 trees throughout the week. This plantation drive is part…

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21

Feb

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Kamraj Forest Division Kupwara Organizes “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” Plantation Drive in Sogam

170,033 Saplings Planted During the Financial Year, DFO Kamraj Anurag Arya, IFS Shahid Peer Kupwara: Kamraj Forest Division, Kupwara organized a plantation drive under the initiative "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam" at Closure Unit 18, Sogam Range. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from civil society members, J&K Youth Welfare Forum, local residents, students, and frontline staff from the Forest and Forest Protection Force (FPF). As part of the drive, around 200 saplings were planted, with a target of 2,000 saplings to be planted in the closure unit, each dedicated to the name of a mother. The "Ek Ped Maa Ke…

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21

Feb

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Karnah Bids Emotional Farewell to Legal Luminary Advocate Nazeem Khawaja

Karnah Bids Emotional Farewell to Legal Luminary Advocate Nazeem Khawaja Indian Army Displays Unwavering Commitment, Clears Snowbound Nastachun Pass Tangdhar, February 21 : The people of Karnah bid a poignant farewell to Advocate Mohd Nazeem Khwaja, a towering legal luminary and a proud son of Tangdhar, who passed away on February 19 in Srinagar. His demise marked the end of an era, leaving behind a legacy of legal acumen, social service, and an unwavering commitment to justice. However, nature posed a cruel challenge to his final homecoming. Heavy snowfall and extreme weather conditions rendered the roads impassable, delaying the transportation…

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21

Feb

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Handwara Police Seize Three Vehicles Involved in Illegal Mineral Extraction and Transportation

Handwara, Feb 21 : In an ongoing drive against illegal mining, Handwara Police have seized three vehicles engaged in the unlawful extraction and transportation of minerals in Police District Handwara. Acting on credible information, a team from Police Station Kralgund, led by the SHO PS Kralgund, intercepted three tractors involved in illegal mineral extraction. The vehicles were seized and challaned under relevant sections of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act. Legal proceedings have been initiated against the owners and drivers of the vehicles. This operation, carried out in coordination with the Geology and Mining Department, is part of…

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19

Feb

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Opinion & Editorial

Reviving Jammu and Kashmir’s Water Heritage: Embracing Rainwater Harvesting for a Sustainable Future

Reviving Jammu and Kashmir’s Water Heritage: Embracing Rainwater Harvesting for a Sustainable Future By : Wajeeha Ali Shah Surrounded by the majestic beauty of Jammu and Kashmir, it's impossible to ignore the growing water crisis that threatens the heart of this valley. In areas like Tral, water scarcity has escalated to alarming levels, with groundwater supplies rapidly diminishing. It’s painful to witness the valley struggle against this mounting challenge. Yet, as I reflect on this crisis, I believe that a simple, ancient solution holds the key to revitalizing our water resources—rainwater harvesting. Rainwater harvesting, the practice of collecting and storing…

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17

Feb

By JKDASTAK Webdesk

Jammu & Kashmir, Top Stories

Handwara Police Conducts Awareness Programme on New Criminal Laws

Handwara, February 17 :```In a significant move to educate the youth and general public about recently amended criminal laws, Handwara Police organized an awareness programme at Monarch Public School Hnadwara. The initiative is aimed to familiarize students with new legal provisions enabling them to remain well informed and knowledgeable to deal the situation effectively with evolving legal framework. During the session, police officers highlighted the key aspects of new criminal laws and threw light on its benefits on society by implementing and adhering these legal norms for maintaining law and order. Students actively participated in the interactive session and had…

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