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 Crescent Kashmir

Talks with Hurriyat not possible as they are not real stakeholders: BJP

Talks with Hurriyat not  possible as they are not real stakeholders: BJP

Srinagar,: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Tuesday said that talks with Hurriyat leaders were not possible as they are not the real stakeholders of Kashmir. The party also said that it will not forge any pre-poll alliance in Jammu and Kashmir. In an exclusive chat with Kashmir News Service (KNS), BJP’s State General Secretary (Organization), Ashok […]

 Crescent Kashmir

As tourists rue poor road infrastructure, J&K Governor directs for setting up recreational facilities for guests

As tourists rue poor road  infrastructure, J&K Governor directs for setting up recreational facilities for guests

Srinagar,: Governor Satya Pal Malik has asked the officers to ensure immediate repair of roads leading to the tourist spots across Kashmir and Srinagar and also to set up sources of entertainment for the visitors both foreign and domestic so that they enjoy their evening stays in Srinagar along the Boulevard. “Special directions have been […]

 Crescent Kashmir

Two burglars arrested in Ganderbal: Police

Two burglars arrested in Ganderbal: Police

Srinaga:Jammu and Kashmir Police on Tuesday claimed to have arrested two persons who were attempting to steal water pipes in central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district. A police spokesman in a statement said that police Station Safapora received information that two persons have illegally trespassed inside the water pump station for stealing water pipes, said an official. […]

 Crescent Kashmir

Speed up acquisition process for traffic management in city: Div Com to officers

Speed up acquisition process for traffic management in city: Div Com to officers

Srinagar:Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Baseer Ahmad Khan stressed upon the concerned authorities to speed up the rehabilitation process and clear the pending cases immediately so that the widening work of the city roads takes place at earliest for the benefit of commuters besides ensuring smooth traffic management in Srinagar. The Divisional Commissioner made these remarks while […]

 Crescent Kashmir

Kashmiri director’s Bollywood movie attracts audience in Srinagar

Srinagar;Seeking justice for 8-year-old Umer Farooq who was brutally murdered after being kidnapped from his native village in Gulgam Kupwara last year, AIP president Er Rasheed has appealed for a thorough introspection in the society to get rid of criminal elements. Speaking on functions at Gulgam organized to pay tributes to Umer Farooq on his […]

 Crescent Kashmir

Have to eat rats to survive, claim locals in flood-affected Bihar village

Have to eat rats to survive, claim locals in flood-affected Bihar village

Katihar: Locals in Dangi Tola village of Katihar district in Bihar claimed they have no option but to eat rats as floods have wreaked havoc and destroyed houses in the region. Around 300 families have been affected by floods in the area. Speaking to ANI, Talla Murmur, a local, said, “We have to eat rats […]

 Crescent Kashmir

Well prepared for a Kargil-like conflict again: Dhanoa

Well prepared for a Kargil-like conflict again: Dhanoa

New Delhi: Air Chief Marshal B S Dhanoa on Tuesday said that the Indian Air Force (IAF) is well prepared to fight a Kargil-like war again. “Like all good generals, we are prepared to fight the last war. If Kargil comes again, we are very well prepared,” he said at an event to commemorate the […]

 Crescent Kashmir

Pakistan legal team in Hague for Kulbushan Jadhav verdict

Pakistan legal team in Hague for Kulbushan Jadhav verdict

The Hague: Pakistan legal team on Tuesday reached The Hague in the Netherlands, a day before International Court of Justice (ICJ) is expected to announce its verdict in Kulbushan Jadhav case. The team, led by Attorney General for Pakistan Anwar Mansoor Khan, also included Foreign Office Spokesperson Muhammad Faisal, reported Express Tribune. The 48-year-old former […]

 Crescent Kashmir

‘I see no reason why NZ can’t be competing for title in 2023 World Cup’: Vettori

‘I see no reason why NZ can’t be competing for title in 2023 World Cup’: Vettori

London: Spin great Daniel Vettori is optimistic of New Zealand competing for title in the 2023 World Cup, preferring to look ahead instead of brooding over the gut-wrenching defeat to England in Sunday’s final. Heartbroken New Zealand fans expressed pride Monday in the Black Caps’ fighting spirit after defeat to England in the World Cup […]

 Crescent Kashmir

England’s Jofra Archer grieved during cricket World Cup after cousin was shot dead

England’s Jofra Archer grieved during  cricket World Cup after cousin was shot dead

London: England star Jofra Archer was grieving over the death of his cousin in Barbados during his team’s incredible success at the Cricket World Cup. Ashantio Blackman, 24, was shot dead outside his home in St Philip the day after England’s World Cup campaign started with a win over South Africa in May. Despite the […]