Srinagar
City in Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir
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Srinagar is a city in Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir in the disputed Kashmir region. It is the largest city and summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, which is an Indian-administered union territory. It lies in the Kashmir Valley along the banks of the Jhelum River, and the shores of Dal Lake and Anchar Lakes, between the Hari Parbat and Shankaracharya hills. The city is known for its natural environment, various gardens, waterfronts and houseboats. It is also known for traditional Kashmiri handicrafts like the Kashmir shawl, papier-mâché, wood carving, carpet weaving, and jewel making, as well as for dried fruits. It is the second-largest metropolitan area in the Himalayas.
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NIA attaches property of terrorist arrested for killing 2 migrant workers in KashmirThe National Investigation Agency (NIA) attached property belonging to Adil Manzoor Langoo, a key suspect in the February killing of two migrant workers in Srinagar. Langoo, linked to the..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Woman hit in Srinagar market grenade attack diesA 45-year-old woman, injured in a grenade attack at a Srinagar market on November 3, succumbed to her injuries on Tuesday. The attack, attributed to the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba, left 11 others..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Trekkers caught in anti-terror op dial '100', rescuedTwo teachers on a trekking trip in Srinagar's Zabarwan mountains found themselves caught in the crossfire of an anti-terror operation. Mistaken for terrorists, they took cover until they could contact..IndiaTimes - Published | |
J-K: Exchange of fire between terrorists, security forces in forest area of SrinagarAccording to Kashmir police, a joint operation was launched by the police and security forces in the Zabarwan forest area of Srinagar on Sunday morning.DNA - Published Also reported by •IndiaTimes | |
Srinagar grenade attack: LeT trio arrested, booked under UAPAThree suspected Lashkar-e-Taiba members have been apprehended by Jammu and Kashmir Police in connection with the grenade attack on a Srinagar market earlier this month. The attack, which injured twelve..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'No justification for..' J-K CM Omar Abdullah reacts to Srinagar terrorist attackThe grenade explosion, which occurred near the busy Sunday market across from the Tourist Reception Centre, left at least 12 people injured.DNA - Published | |
J-K: Five injured after terrorists attack Srinagar weekly market with grenadesTerrorists on Sunday, i.e., November 3, attacked the Tourist Reception Centre (TRC) and weekly market in Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar with a grenade, leaving five injured.DNA - Published | |
Security forces kill 2 terrorists, including a foreign national in Jammu and KashmirTwo terrorists killed in ongoing encounters with security forces in Anantnag and Srinagar while recent violence against laborers in Jammu and Kashmir.DNA - Published | |
J-K: Gun battle breaks out between security forces and terrorists in Srinagar's KhanyarSecurity forces launched a cordon and search operation in the Khanyar area of the city on Saturday morning following inputs about the presence of terrorists in the area, the officials added.DNA - Published | |
J-K Assembly Election 2024: 'Abdullahs, Muftis, Gandhis have given...,' says PM Modi in SrinagarHe also accused these three families of believing that it is their birthright to...DNA - Published | |
Nobody can suppress our voice, truth is with us: Engineer Rashid in SrinagarEngineer Rashid, MP from Baramulla, returned home after five years in prison. He stated that while Kashmiris desire peace, it must be on their terms, not those set by the Centre. Opposing the..IndiaTimes - Published | |
JKCA case: ED plea in Srinagar court seeking addition of fresh charges against Farooq AbdullahThe Enforcement Directorate has filed an application to add new criminal charges against former J&K chief minister Farooq Abdullah in the JKCA money laundering case. Following a high court decision..IndiaTimes - Published | IAF Wing commander accused of sexual assault by woman officer; IAF cooperating with probeThe Indian Air Force is assisting Budgam police in investigating a sexual assault complaint made by a woman flying officer against a Wing Commander. Both individuals are currently stationed in..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Discovered power to...': Congress leader Rahul Gandhi pens note on Bharat Jodo Yatra's 2nd anniversaryRahul Gandhi launched the yatra from Kanyakumari on September 7, 2022. It culminated on January 30, 2023, as he capped the ambitious 145-day journey in Srinagar.DNA - Published | Srinagar recognised as 'World Craft City'Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir's summer capital, has been designated a 'World Craft City' by the World Crafts Council. This recognition celebrates the city's rich artisan heritage and skills, aiming to..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Preparations for assembly polls in J&K have begun': PM Modi inaugurates developmental projects worth Rs 1,500 croresPM Modi is scheduled to attend the 10th International Day of Yoga event at SKICC in Srinagar on June 21.IndiaTimes - Published | PM Modi arrives in Srinagar, will lead International Yoga Day event on tomorrowThis is PM Modi's first visit to Jammu and Kashmir after taking charge at the Centre for the third term.DNA - Published |
PM Modi on his way to Srinagar, to lead Yoga Day celebrations tomorrow"Leaving for Srinagar, where I will be taking part in two programmes. Later this evening, I will be at the 'Empowering Youth, Transforming J&K' programme, which focuses on youth-led development. Key..IndiaTimes - Published | PM Modi to visit J-K today, to lead International Yoga Day celebrations on June 21The 10th International Day of Yoga will take place at SKICC in Srinagar on June 21 at around 6:30 a.m., and the prime minister will be attending.DNA - Published |
Over 7,000 people to join PM Modi in Srinagar on 10th Yoga Day: J-K LGIndiaTimes - Published | PM Modi to lead yoga day celebrations from Srinagar on June 21The main International Day of Yoga celebrations will be held at SKICC in Srinagar on June 21, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This year's theme 'Yoga for Self and Society' emphasizes yoga's role..IndiaTimes - Published |
1st trial train reaches Reasi in Jammu and Kashmir via highest rail bridgeIndian Railways operated the first trial train from Sangaldan to Reasi, including on the world's highest rail bridge built on Chenab river in J&K, on Sunday. With this rail link, travel between the..IndiaTimes - Published | Fire destroys Gulmarg Shiva temple with Kashmir’s royal linksA 109-year-old Shiva temple, connected to Kashmir's former royal family, burned down in a dawn fire on Wednesday in the tourist town of Gulmarg, 55 kilometers from Srinagar. Constructed in 1915 by..IndiaTimes - Published |
Jammu & Kashmir Lok Sabha Election Result 2024: Full list of winner and loser candidates will be announced soonThe 2024 Lok Sabha election in Jammu and Kashmir is notable as the first general election since the abrogation of Article 370. Held in five phases from April 19 to May 20, it covers five..DNA - Published | Srinagar-bound Vistara flight gets hoax bomb threat callIndiaTimes - Published |
Hot hills: Mercury at record high in Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, J&KHimalayan states Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu & Kashmir are experiencing record-breaking temperatures this May. Dehradun hit 43°C, matching its 2012 record, with temperatures exceeding..IndiaTimes - Published | At 58.5%, J&K records highest overall turnout in 35 yearsJammu & Kashmir recorded the highest voter turnout in 35 years, with notable increases in Srinagar, Baramulla, and Anantnag-Rajouri. However, the turnout in Jammu region slightly decreased compared to..IndiaTimes - Published |
Mirwaiz, kin among 7 booked for encroaching evacuee land; Hurriyat chairman alleges harassmentHurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq denies land grab charges by J&K Police’s anti-corruption bureau (ACB) for allegedly encroaching on evacuee/custodian land in Srinagar.IndiaTimes - Published | 'J&K statehood restoration a solemn promise, working hard for it', says PM ModiCalling the restoration of Jammu & Kashmir's statehood a "solemn promise', Prime Minister Narendra Modi in an interview with the news agency PTI, said that his government has been "working very hard to..IndiaTimes - Published |
Voter turnout in fourth phase clocks 69.2%, highest till nowThe fourth phase of Lok Sabha polls in Bihar recorded the highest voter turnout of 69.2%. More women voted than men in the second, third, and fourth phases. TOI's data excluded Srinagar due to..IndiaTimes - Published | Srinagar turnout validates Article 370 decision: PM ModiPM Narendra Modi celebrates 38% turnout in Srinagar as validation of govt's decision to abrogate Article 370. Home Minister Amit Shah interprets it as a sign of growing democracy in Jammu and Kashmir.IndiaTimes - Published |
Dip continues: 67.3% vote in Lok Sabha election Phase 4 against 69.6% in 2019The overall turnout for 2019 does not include the delimited seat of Srinagar, which recorded the lowest turnout this time round, at 38%. It was, however, the best performance in the constituency (as it..IndiaTimes - Published | Record voter turnout in first LS polls in Srinagar since Article 370 nullificationThe Srinagar Lok Sabha constituency in Srinagar recorded a voter turnout of 36.1% on Monday, the highest since the 1996 polls. The election, post-nullification of Article 370, witnessed a three-way..IndiaTimes - Published |
Srinagar set for polls today, first after 370 scrappingSrinagar-Ganderbal Lok Sabha seat in Jammu and Kashmir to witness election with main competition among Aga Ruhulla (NC), Waheed Para (PDP), and Ashraf Mir (Apni Party). BJP opts out, low-key..IndiaTimes - Published | Lok Sabha elections: Phase 4 campaign for 96 seats in 10 states ends amid heatwave conditionsAmong the notable contestants in this round are Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav (Kannauj), NCP’s Omar Abdullah (Srinagar), Union ministers Giriraj Singh (Begusarai) and Nityanand Rai (Ujiarpur),..IndiaTimes - Published |
First batch of Haj pilgrims from Srinagar depart for Saudi ArabiaThe first batch of pilgrims from Srinagar departed for Medina in Saudi Arabia on Thursday to perform Haj. A Haj pilgrim said, "We are thankful to the (central) government for extending us all necessary..IndiaTimes - Published | Air India Express sacks 25 employees a day after mass 'sick leave'Tata Group-owned Air India Express has sacked its cabin crew members who reported 'sick leave' on Wednesday leading to the cancellation of over 90 flights. The sudden disruption in operations led to..IndiaTimes - Published |
NIA conduct raids at several locations in Jammu and Kashmir's SrinagarIndiaTimes - Published | A Bridge Too Far: Locals Blame Stalled Project For Jhelum TragedyThe incomplete Ganderbal bridge tragedy in Srinagar, with the boat capsize and drowning of six schoolchildren, exposed delays and challenges. The urgent need for completion to prevent future disasters..IndiaTimes - Published |
6 drown, 3 missing as boat capsizes in Jhelum in SrinagarSix, including five schoolchildren, drowned in Jhelum River near Batwara, Srinagar. Boat capsized with 15 people at 8 am. 3 missing, 6 rescued. SDRF, NDRF, police, locals aiding in the rescue..IndiaTimes - Published | Lok Sabha: Mehbooba Mufti to fight against Ghulam Nabi Azad from AnantnagMehbooba Mufti to contest against Ghulam Nabi Azad. Sartaj Madni announced Mir Fayaz for Srinagar. PDP supports Congress on Udhampur and Jammu. National Conference announces candidates.IndiaTimes - Published |
'Omar's words hurt us': Mufti says PDP will fight LS polls alone, lands blow to INDIA blocPDP's Mehbooba Mufti plans to contest all 5 seats in Jammu & Kashmir for Lok Sabha elections, reacting to NC's Omar Abdullah's announcement. The Lok Sabha polls in the Union Territory will be held in..IndiaTimes - Published | 10 killed as taxi falls into gorge in J&KTen people, including Bihar migrants, died in a J&K taxi accident. Heavy rain, poor night vision suspected. PMNRF offers Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia. Jitendra Singh monitors rescue with SDRF. Accident on..IndiaTimes - Published |
In a record, Zoji La reopens after 35 days against 68 in 2023Border Roads Organisation has reopened Zoji La (pass), the main obstacle in Ladakh's lifeline via Srinagar, for vehicular traffic after 35 days of being under snow against 68 days last year - a record..IndiaTimes - Published | Another blow to INDIA bloc: Farooq Abdullah's National Conference to go solo in Lok Sabha pollsSpeaking to reporters in Srinagar on seat sharing, the National Conference chief said, 'As far as seat sharing is concerned, NC will contest alone and there's no doubt about it.'DNA - Published |
ED arrests 3 in J&K terror funding caseThe ED has arrested 3 persons, including a homemaker, for alleged terror financing in Srinagar and Anantnag. They set up Al-Jabar Trust to collect funds for financing terrorists, organizing protests,..IndiaTimes - Published | Killer of 2 Punjab men in Srinagar held: J&K policeAdil Manzoor Langoo, a suspected terrorist, was arrested in Srinagar for the targeted killing of two men from Punjab. The police, led by ADG Kumar, are taking action against terrorist handlers residing..IndiaTimes - Published |
Eyewitness identifies Yasin Malik as main shooter in 1990 killing of 4 IAF personnel in SrinagarAt Rawalpora on the outskirts of Srinagar on January 25, 1990, Rajwar Umeshwar Singh, part of a group of IAF personnel waiting for the staff pickup bus, witnessed a man pulling out a gun from under his..IndiaTimes - Published | Cold wave continues in Kashmir: Sub-freezing temperatures blanket regionOfficials reported on Tuesday that numerous areas in Kashmir are currently in the grip of an intense cold wave, with temperatures dropping significantly below freezing. Srinagar city reported a minimum..IndiaTimes - Published |
