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Four Arrested After Vandalism at GMC Anantnag Over Alleged Negligence

Anantnag, Apr 25 (NVI): Four persons were arrested following a vandalism and assault incident inside Government Medical College Anantnag on Friday evening.

A group allegedly created a disturbance within the hospital premises, damaged property and assaulted on-duty medical staff, they said.

Police have registered FIR No. 118 under relevant sections of law and launched an investigation to identify all those involved and ascertain the circumstances behind the incident.

So far, four accused have been taken into custody, while efforts are underway to trace others allegedly involved, officials added.

The unrest reportedly erupted after a family alleged that their mother died due to medical negligence at the hospital, triggering outrage.

The family has appealed to Sakina Itoo and Omar Abdullah to order a high-level probe and ensure accountability if negligence is found.(NVI)

Pak-Origin Balloon Marked “PIA” Found in Reasi Village

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Reasi, Apr 25 (NVI): A balloon bearing markings of “PIA” and suspected to be of Pakistan origin was found in Bagan Kote village of Chassana tehsil on Saturday morning, official sources said.

The balloon was spotted around 6:30 am by a Village Defence Guard (VDG) member, a resident of the area.

Authorities have been informed and further details are awaited, the sources added.(NVI)

From April 30, Vande Bharat will run between Srinagar and Jammu City

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Srinagar, Apr 24: In a significant news, Vande Bharat Express train will run between Srinagar and Jammu City from April 30.

Currently this train is plying between Srinagar and Mata Vaishno Devi station in Katra.

From April 30, it will be extended from Katra station to Jammu Tawi station, according to official statement.

The inaugural service will operate as special train number 02601 from Jammu Tawi on April 30.

The train will depart Jammu Tawi at 10:30 am and reach Srinagar at 3:05 pm, covering a distance of 266.66 kilometres.

En route, it will halt at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra from 11:54 am to 11:59 am for boarding and de-boarding of passengers, and at Bijbihara from 2:25 pm to 2:35 pm as an operational halt for crossing train number 26402.

The train will have 20-coaches against 8 as at present.

Officials stated that the regular schedule of the train will be notified separately. (NVI)

6-Year-Old Boy Injured in Suspected Blast Near LoC in Poonch J&K

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Poonch, Apr 24 (NVI): A six-year-old boy was injured in a suspected blast near the Line of Control (LoC) in the Digwar sector on Friday, officials said.

The child reportedly sustained injuries after coming into contact with suspected explosive material.

He was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment, they said.

Further details regarding the incident are awaited.(NVI)

IAF Denies Aircraft Crash Reports Near Kishtwar, Terms Claims False

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Kishtwar, Apr 24 (NVI): The Indian Air Force (IAF) on Friday dismissed reports circulating in sections of media and social media claiming that an IAF aircraft had crashed near Kishtwar in Jammu and Kashmir, calling them “false.”

In an official statement, an IAF spokesperson clarified that no such incident has occurred and urged media organisations to exercise caution.

“There are certain media outlets and social media handles claiming that an IAF aircraft has crashed near Kishtwar. This report is false,” the spokesperson said.

The IAF further advised all media platforms to verify information from official sources before publishing or broadcasting any such claims to avoid spreading misinformation.(NVI)

Army Recovers, Destroys Old Shell in Poonch’s Mendhar

Poonch, Apr 24 (NVI): The Indian Army on Friday recovered and safely destroyed an old unexploded shell in the Mendhar area of Poonch district, officials said.

The shell was detected near Mughal Mohalla in Narol during routine surveillance by troops of  Rashtriya Rifles.

Acting promptly, the Army’s bomb disposal team secured the area and carried out a controlled operation to neutralise the shell without any damage, officials said.

No casualties or injuries were reported in the incident.

Further details are awaited.(NVI)

Six Detained Under PSA for Vandalism During Sopore Protest

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Sopore, Apr 24 (NVI): Police in north Kashmir’s Sopore have detained six individuals under the Public Safety Act (PSA) for their alleged involvement in vandalism and disturbing public order during a recent student protest, officials said on Friday.

Police said the detained individuals were identified as Umar Akbar Hajam of Seelu, Salman Ahmed Shala of Shalpora, Altaf Ahmed Sheikh of Panzipora Tarzoo, Mubashir Ahmed Gilkar of Naseerabad, Muzammil Mushtaq Changa of Arampora and Majid Firdous Dar of Chinkipora.

They were booked under the PSA after obtaining detention warrants from the competent authority and have been lodged in District Jail Bhadarwah, officials said.

Police alleged that the individuals were actively involved in instigating unrest, vandalism and attempts to disrupt peace during the protest, posing a serious threat to public order.

Authorities said more individuals involved in the incident are being identified for similar legal action.

Reiterating zero tolerance against activities that disturb peace, police warned that strict action will be taken against anyone found involved in such acts.(NVI)

Srinagar Police Deploys Sniffer Dog Squad in Major Anti-Drug Crackdown

Srinagar, Apr 24 (NVI): In a stepped-up offensive against drug trafficking under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, Srinagar Police on Friday deployed its Narcotic Dog Squad across multiple locations in the district to intensify enforcement.

Officials said trained sniffer dogs have been positioned at key checkpoints to detect concealed narcotics and assist in the swift identification and apprehension of drug peddlers, significantly boosting on-the-spot detection capabilities.

The move is part of a broader strategy to dismantle drug supply networks and create a strong deterrent against narcotics-related activities. Police said awareness campaigns are also being carried out alongside enforcement drives to sensitise the public about the dangers of drug abuse.

Reaffirming its commitment to a drug-free society, Srinagar Police urged citizens to cooperate and share any actionable information to help curb the menace.

Further details are awaited.(NVI)

NIA Attaches Property of Accused in 2020 Terror Case in J&K

Srinagar, Apr 24 (NVI): The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Friday attached a property belonging to an accused currently in its custody in connection with a 2020 terror-related case in Jammu and Kashmir, sources said.

The action was carried out by an NIA team led by a Deputy Superintendent of Police, who oversaw the attachment of 11.5 marlas of land located at SK Bagh in Budgam district of central Kashmir.

The property belongs to Tafazul Hussain Parimoo, son of Abdul Rashid Parimoo, a resident of Sheikh-ul-Alam Colony, Nowgam in Srinagar.

Officials said the accused is presently lodged in NIA custody in connection with a case registered in 2020 under various sections of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, Arms Act and Explosive Substances Act.

The attachment proceedings were conducted in the presence of local revenue and police officials.

Further details are awaited.(NVI)

Thundershowers Likely in J&K Over Next Two Days; Dry Spell From April 26

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Srinagar, Apr 24 (NVI): Thundershowers accompanied by gusty winds and possible hailstorm are likely in several parts of Jammu and Kashmir over the next two days, officials said on Friday.

The forecast, many areas, particularly in the Kashmir region, may witness thundershowers towards late afternoon, evening or night on April 24, with chances of hailstorm and gusty winds at isolated places.

On April 25, brief thundershowers are expected in some parts of the Union Territory.

A dry spell is likely on April 26, while on April 27, weather is expected to remain dry during the day, with chances of thundershowers in some areas later in the day.

From April 28 to 29, a fresh Western Disturbance may bring another spell of thundershowers across Jammu and Kashmir.(NVI)

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