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1st batch of 642 Haj pilgrims leave for Saudi Arabia from Srinagar
Srinagar: The first batch of 642 pilgrims left for Mecca to perform the Haj on Thursday. The pilgrims gathered at the Haj house, Srinagar, marking the beginning of their sacred journey towards…
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NC’s Ruhullah Mehdi files nomination from Srinagar LS seat
Srinagar: National Conference (NC) leader Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi filed nomination papers for Srinagar Lok Sabha Constituency before Deputy Commissioner Srinagar Bilal Mohi-ud-Din Bhat, who is the returning officer of the constituency,…
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Srinagar: District Election Officer organizes ‘Nukad Natak’ under SVEEP
Srinagar: A street play was organized by District Election Officer Srinagar under the banner of SVEEP (Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation), aimed to educate first-time voters about the importance of voting…
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In pics: Shoppers throng Kashmir markets ahead of Eid Al-Fitr
Srinagar: With the holy month of Ramadan coming to an end, the streets of the Kashmir valley were bustling with activity on Tuesday as residents were preparing for the upcoming Eid Al-Fitr…
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Kashmir: Hundereds undergo leech therapy on Navroz to treat ailments
Srinagar: Every year on Navroz (the Parsi New Year) thousands of people from different parts of Kashmir undergo leech therapy, a traditional treatment which is effective for many long-term ailments. While it…
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NZ skier’s venture to address lack of quality equipment in Gulmarg
Baramulla: Tucked within the Pir Panjal mountain range of the Himalayas, Gulmarg is a coveted winter haven, captivating adventurers with its breathtaking landscapes and premier skiing slopes. Located approximately 50 kilometers from…
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Kashmir: Two Formula-4 cars crash during demo run in Srinagar
Srinagar: Two Formula-4 race cars taking part in a demo run along the banks of the Dal Lake on Sunday hit the temporary barricades erected for the safety of spectators, officials said.…
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Mirwaiz urges authorities to release Kashmiri political prisoners
Srinagar: The Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umer Farooq has appealed to the authorities to release the political prisoners, who have been languishing in jails outside Kashmir, especially since 2019. “As you know…
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In pics: Local markets decked up in Kashmir as Ramzan begins
Srinagar: The people of Kashmir are busy shopping for different items in local markets as the holy month of Ramadan is coming for the faithful with all its blessings and bounties. In Srinagar, people…
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Security beefed up in Kashmir ahead of PM Modi’s visit
Srinagar: Authorities in Srinagar have made elaborate security arrangements ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s scheduled visit on March 7. A large number of security personnel have been deployed outside Bakshi Stadium…
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After long dry spell, Kashmir plains receive seasons first snowfall
Srinagar: After months of dry spell, Srinagar and other plain areas of Kashmir valley received the season’s first snowfall on Thursday, bringing joy to the people. The snowfall in the plains started…
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Kashmir: Fishermen in Anchar lake brace up for ‘shadow fishing’
Srinagar: Fishermen in Kashmir brace up for the age-old practice of shadow fishing, locally known as ‘Tchaayi Gaad’ in Ancar lake in the Soura vicinity of Srinagar city. The traditional form of…
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In pics: Mouth-watering winter delicacies of Kashmir
Srinagar: Different parts of the world exhibit diverse cultures including language, religion, customs, and traditions. Another significant differentiator is food, varying not just regionally but also seasonally. With the arrival of winter…