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Bomb Disposal Squad Destroys IED Found in J&K Rajouri

Shivam Bakshi

Rajouri, July 21 (NVI): An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was detected and safely destroyed in a controlled explosion by a Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Tuesday.

Officials that the IED was spotted by an Army search party in Argi Dalhori village on Monday evening during a routine search operation.

Following the detection, a Bomb Disposal Squad was rushed to the spot and the explosive was neutralised in a controlled blast they said.

The officials added that the operation was carried out successfully without causing any loss of life or damage to property.(NVI)

Another UAPA Accused Held During Amarnath Yatra Security Check in J-K  Anantnag

Srinagar, Jul 21 (NVI): Police on Tuesday apprehended another person booked under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) during security checking for the ongoing Amarnath Yatra in Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag district, officials said.

The accused was intercepted during routine checking at Langanbal with the assistance of the Facial Recognition System (FRS) deployed along the yatra route, they said.

The officials identified the accused as Danish Amin Reshi, a resident of Veersaran village in Anantnag district.

They said the FRS generated an alert during verification, following which police confirmed that Reshi was an accused in a UAPA case registered at Pahalgam police station in 2021.

The accused was taken into custody and further legal proceedings have been initiated in accordance with law, the officials added.(NVI)

Pakistani National Apprehended Along IB in J&K’s Jammu Sector

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Shivam Bakshi

Jammu, July 21 (NVI): A Pakistani national was apprehended by the Border Security Force (BSF) while allegedly attempting to cross the International Border (IB) into India in the Jammu sector during the intervening night of Monday and Tuesday, officials said.

The man was intercepted by BSF personnel deployed at Border Outpost (BOP) Malabela in the Pargwal area of Jammu district after they noticed suspicious movement near the border.

Despite being challenged by the troops, the intruder allegedly ignored repeated warnings and continued moving towards the Indian side, following which he was apprehended and taken to the BSF post for questioning.

During interrogation, the man identified himself as Mohammad Rafiq alias Kala (53), son of Mohammad Safiq, a resident of Pindi village in Pakistan, officials said.

According to the officials, the Pakistani national claimed that he had come from Looni village in Pakistan and was heading towards Jung village, also in Pakistan, to meet his married sister.

BSF personnel recovered a Pakistani national identity card, spectacles, cigarette packets, a lighter, tobacco, cake, biscuits, chocolates, a nail cutter and a wallet from his possession.

The Pakistani national is currently in BSF custody, and further investigation is underway, officials added.(NVI)

Heavy Rain, Flash Floods Likely in J-K Over Next 48 Hours, Administration Asked to Stay Alert

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Srinagar, Jul 20 (NVI): Jammu and Kashmir is likely to witness intense rainfall over the next 48 hours due to the interaction of an active monsoon system with a Western Disturbance, raising the possibility of flash floods, landslides and a sharp rise in river water levels, an independent weather forecaster said on Monday.

According to weather forecaster Faizan Arif Keng, a fresh surge of monsoon moisture is expected to reach the Union Territory from Monday night, leading to widespread rainfall across both the Jammu and Kashmir regions.

He said the heaviest rainfall is expected during the next two days, although intermittent rain is likely to continue thereafter.

Keng said the Jammu region may experience heavy to extremely heavy rainfall, increasing the risk of flash floods, overflowing streams and landslides. Water levels in major rivers could rise sharply, while some locations may approach or cross flood alert levels depending on the intensity of rainfall.

For the Kashmir Valley, he forecast widespread moderate to heavy rainfall, with isolated places likely to receive very heavy showers. Flash floods in hilly and mountainous areas and isolated cloudburst-like incidents cannot be ruled out, he said.

The forecaster said tributaries such as the Lidder and Vishow Nallah are expected to witness a rapid rise in water levels, while the River Jhelum is also likely to record a significant increase in discharge.

He also warned of a high risk of landslides, shooting stones and lightning, particularly along vulnerable mountain roads, and advised people to avoid unnecessary travel in hilly areas and stay away from rivers, streams and other flood-prone locations.

Keng urged the district administration, disaster management authorities and emergency response agencies to maintain a high level of preparedness, closely monitor rainfall and river levels, and take timely precautionary measures to minimise risks to life and property.(NVI)

J&K LG Sinha Orders Immediate Relief After Seven Dies in Poonch Landslide

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Srinagar, Jul 20 (NVI): Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday expressed grief over the death of seven people in a rain-triggered landslide in Poonch district and directed officials to provide immediate relief and assistance to the affected families.

In a post on X, Sinha said the landslide, triggered by heavy rainfall, claimed seven lives.

“A tragic landslide caused by heavy rainfall in Poonch has resulted in the loss of seven precious lives. I express my deepest condolences to the bereaved families during this difficult time,” the Lieutenant Governor said.

He said senior officials have been directed to ensure immediate relief measures and extend all necessary assistance to the affected families.

According to officials, the landslide struck the Domail Dhok Nandichool area of Loran in Poonch district, burying several people under debris. Seven persons, including women and children, were killed in the incident. Rescue and relief operations were carried out by the authorities.(NVI)

Seven Killed in Fresh Landslide in J&K’s Poonch; Rescue Operation Underway

Shivam Bakshi Poonch, July 20 (NVI) : At least seven people were killed after a landslide triggered by incessant rainfall struck the Loran-Dumilan area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district on Monday, officials said.

The landslide occurred amid continuous heavy rain, causing extensive damage in the affected area, they said.

Officials said seven bodies have been recovered so far, while search and rescue operations are continuing to trace any other persons who may be trapped under the debris.

Residents said announcements were made through mosque loudspeakers to alert people as heavy rainfall, flash floods and landslides continued to pose a threat in the area.

Teams of the police, civil administration, State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and local volunteers rushed to the spot and launched rescue operations.

Authorities are assessing the extent of the damage even as rescue efforts remain underway.

The latest tragedy comes a day after flash floods triggered by torrential rain claimed at least 12 lives and left several others missing in parts of the Jammu division, particularly Poonch and Rajouri districts, causing widespread damage to houses, public infrastructure, livestock and agricultural land.(NVI)

Statehood Restoration Must Precede Push for Special Status Resolution: CM Omar Abdullah

Omar Abdullah

New Delhi, Jul 20 (NVI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said restoration of statehood to the Union Territory must come before any further pursuit of the Assembly’s resolution on special status, asserting that the Centre had failed to fulfil its assurances made in Parliament and before the Supreme Court.

Speaking to reporters during the National Conference’s protest in New Delhi, Abdullah said the party had repeatedly reminded the Centre over the past two years to honour its commitment to restore Jammu and Kashmir’s statehood.

“The Central government has forced us to protest in Delhi. For more than two years, we have only been reminding it to fulfil the promises made in Parliament and before the Supreme Court,” he said.

Abdullah said the National Conference remained committed to its political agenda, including the resolution passed by the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly concerning the region’s special status and constitutional rights.

“We have not abandoned that agenda. However, our immediate demand is the restoration of statehood. After that, we will take forward the Assembly resolution on special status,” he said.

The Chief Minister said the protest was aimed at reminding the Centre of its commitment to restore statehood, adding that other political issues would be pursued thereafter.(NVI)

Flood-Hit Poonch, Rajouri: Sunil Sharma Reviews Ground Situation

Jammu, July 20 (NVI): Leader of Opposition in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Sunil Sharma, on Sunday visited the flood-affected areas of Poonch and Rajouri districts to assess the damage caused by recent heavy rains and review the ongoing relief and rehabilitation measures.

According to Sharma, accompanied by a BJP delegation comprising Ravinder Raina, Sham Lal Sharma (MLA), Shehnaz Ganie, Gopal Mahajan, Mohan Lal (MLA) and Zorawar Singh, met affected families and took stock of the situation on the ground.

During the visit, Sharma interacted with the victims, listened to their grievances and expressed concern over the hardships faced by them. He assured the affected families that every possible support would be extended to them.

He also urged the district administration to expedite rescue and relief operations, restore essential services without delay and ensure effective rehabilitation of the affected families.

The Leader of Opposition said a detailed report on the losses and damage in Poonch and Rajouri would be submitted to the Central Government, seeking adequate assistance for relief and rehabilitation. He said the concerns of the affected people would be taken up with the appropriate authorities to ensure timely support.

Sharma said the Central Government, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has always stood by the people during times of crisis and expressed hope that all necessary assistance would be provided through coordinated efforts.

He stressed the need for close coordination among all agencies to ensure prompt relief and rehabilitation, adding that the people of the twin border districts deserve priority attention in the aftermath of the disaster.

The BJP delegation reiterated its commitment to supporting the affected families and assured that their issues would continue to be raised before the concerned authorities. (NVI)

CM Omar Abdullah Announces ₹6 Lakh Ex Gratia for Kin of Rain-Related Victims in Rajouri, Poonch

File Photo : CM Omar Abdullah

Shivam Bakshi

Jammu, Jul 20 (NVI): Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday announced an ex gratia of ₹6 lakh for the next of kin of each person who lost their lives in the recent flash floods, landslides and other rain-related incidents in Rajouri and Poonch districts.

The relief package includes ₹4 lakh from the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) and an additional ₹2 lakh from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund (CMRF), officials said.

Expressing grief over the loss of lives, Abdullah said no financial assistance could compensate for the irreparable loss suffered by the bereaved families, but the government stands firmly with them in this difficult time.

The announcement came a day after the Chief Minister chaired a high-level review meeting to assess the situation arising from the heavy rains and flash floods that caused multiple fatalities and extensive damage to public and private property in the twin border districts.

During the meeting, Abdullah directed the administration to ensure immediate relief and rehabilitation of the affected families and instructed all concerned departments to work in coordination to restore essential services and speed up relief and restoration measures in the affected areas.—(NVI)

J&K LG Sinha Reviews Rain Havoc, Says NDRF, SDRF, Army on High Alert

File Photo : LG Manoj Sinha

Srinagar, Jul 20 (NVI): Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday reviewed the situation arising out of heavy rains, flash floods and landslides across the Union Territory and directed officials to immediately assess the damage to residential houses and public infrastructure to expedite relief and restoration works.

According to officials, Sinha reviewed the impact of the recent spell of inclement weather and took stock of the ongoing rescue and restoration measures.

Expressing grief over the loss of two lives in Doda district, the Lieutenant Governor said his thoughts were with the bereaved families.

He said emergency response agencies, including the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), Jammu and Kashmir Police and the Army, have been deployed and are on high alert in vulnerable areas.

Sinha said key roads in Poonch, Rajouri, Reasi and Udhampur districts have been reopened, while efforts are underway to restore water supply in several affected areas.

He also directed field officials to conduct an immediate assessment of damage to houses and public infrastructure to ensure that relief and restoration measures are carried out without delay, officials said.(NVI)

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