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KF CorrespondentSeptember 4, 2025Leave a comment

Spike in Seasonal Diseases in Kashmir as Rains Continue Unabated

Hospitals in Srinagar report a twofold increase in patients with diarrhea, fever, typhoid, and skin infections as persistent rainfall leads to contaminated water, damp conditions, and heightened risk of rain-borne diseases across the Kashmir Valley; doctors urge strict hygiene, safe drinking water, and dietary precautions to curb the growing health crisis Peerzada Ummer Srinagar: As relentless rains sweep through the Kashmir Valley for over a week, … Continue reading Spike in Seasonal Diseases in Kashmir as Rains Continue Unabated

KF CorrespondentJune 11, 2025June 11, 2025Leave a comment

Bureaucrats Now Tell Me Why Things Can’t Be Done, Not How They Can: Omar Abdullah

Srinagar, Jun 11 : Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said that the bureaucracy in the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir is no longer taking his directions seriously. He stated that during his tenure as the chief minister of a full-fledged state, bureaucrats would act on his instructions promptly and resolve matters on priority. Speaking to former Union Law Minister … Continue reading Bureaucrats Now Tell Me Why Things Can’t Be Done, Not How They Can: Omar Abdullah

Kashmiri Literature

Subhaan Hajaam

Son of the Soil Who Single-Handedly Eradicated the Menace of Prostitution from Kashmir Mohammad Yousuf Taing Sahibaan, Qadardan, I am F.A Pass, Wullar Cross, for Kanjars [amoral], Dup daas [apocalypse]. I am Subhan Hajam. And this is my newly created pill. If someone has a stomach ache, ‘Abs seit kheyiw – take with water.’ If there’s pain in the back, , ‘Abs seit kheyiw – … Continue reading Subhaan Hajaam

KF CorrespondentApril 20, 2025April 20, 2025Leave a comment

Kashmiri Literature

Khawaja Abdul Samad Kakroo Muqbil

Written by Nishat Ansari Translated into English by Umar Manzoor Shah Nestled amidst the towering, rugged, and undulating mountains on both sides of the picturesque Vitasta river in the far west of the Kashmir Valley, the historical fortress of Baramulla continues to echo its millennia-old tale even today. This legendary stronghold of Kashmir, known as the paradise’s landmark, stands at an elevation of five thousand … Continue reading Khawaja Abdul Samad Kakroo Muqbil

KF CorrespondentApril 19, 2025April 20, 2025Leave a comment

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Waqf Act Won’t Be Implemented In Bengal”: Mamata Banerjee

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday said the Waqf (Amendment) Act will not be implemented in the state. Addressing a programme of the Jain community in Kolkata, Ms Banerjee said she will protect the minority people and their property. Continue reading Waqf Act Won’t Be Implemented In Bengal”: Mamata Banerjee

KF CorrespondentApril 9, 2025April 9, 2025Leave a comment

Wird things have happened in assembly in my absence : Omar Abdullah

Says those who watched destruction of region in BJP’s lap as mute spectators are targeting him for a picture with Union Minister in Tulip Garden Srinagar, Apr 09 : Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday blamed Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for prevailing situation in the region and said those who once aligned with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and remained silent during … Continue reading Wird things have happened in assembly in my absence : Omar Abdullah

KF CorrespondentApril 7, 2025April 7, 2025Leave a comment

Srinagar Police Intensifies Crackdown on Drug Peddlers; Locals Applaud “Timely Action”

Srinagar, Apr 7 [KF]: The Srinagar Police’s intensified crackdown on drug peddlers has drawn widespread praise from local residents, who have termed the operation “timely and much-needed” in the fight against the narcotics menace. In a sustained drive against drug peddlers, the Srinagar Police have registered 25 cases under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (PIT-NDPS) since the beginning … Continue reading Srinagar Police Intensifies Crackdown on Drug Peddlers; Locals Applaud “Timely Action”

Srinagar’s Gardens Generate Over Rs. 1.5 Crore Revenue Over Three Years

The gardens and parks under the jurisdiction of the Floriculture Officer in District Srinagar have collectively generated over Rs. 1.5 crore in revenue from 2022 to 2025, according to recent data. The revenue was sourced from departmental collections and outsourced ticketing systems across locations like Children’s Park, Iqbal Park, Badamwari, and Eidgah Park. At Children’s Park, the revenue generated departmentally stood at Rs. 93,864 for … Continue reading Srinagar’s Gardens Generate Over Rs. 1.5 Crore Revenue Over Three Years

More than 3,700 TB cases detected in 100 days in JK

Despite pristine environment, remote villages battle high TB rates; AI and mobile X-ray units help identify hidden cases Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir, otherwise known for its clean air, fresh water, and organic produce, is facing an unexpected health crisis: a high prevalence of tuberculosis (TB). More than 3700 cases of TB have been reported from December last year to March, this year. Meanwhile, health workers are … Continue reading More than 3,700 TB cases detected in 100 days in JK

Passport processing drops from 62 to 11 days in Jammu, from 89 to 10 days in Srinagar

Srinagar: The time taken to issue passports in Jammu and Kashmir has changed notably over the past five years, with recent years showing a trend towards more consistent processing. According to data of the Ministry of External Affairs in Jammu, passport processing for normal applications took an average of 4 days in 2020. This figure increased sharply to 62 days in 2021. However, the timeline came … Continue reading Passport processing drops from 62 to 11 days in Jammu, from 89 to 10 days in Srinagar

PM Modi to flag-off first Vande Bharat Express to Kashmir from Katra on April 19

Union Minister Jitendra Singh confirmed that Prime Minister Modi will flag off the first Vande Bharat Express to Kashmir from Katra on April 19. “The train services for the inaugural Vande Bharat would start from Katra temporarily since the Jammu railway station remains under construction,” he added. Pertinently, in the last week of January this year Indian Railways had conducted the trial run of the … Continue reading PM Modi to flag-off first Vande Bharat Express to Kashmir from Katra on April 19

A Year Later, No Action on SMC’s Defamation Case Against ‘Sycophant’ Officers

Srinagar, Apr 6 2025 (Kashmir Frame): More than a year has passed since the Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) vowed to take legal action against a group of its own officers accused of “sycophancy, hypocrisy, and backbiting,” yet no case has been filed, exposing a glaring gap between promises and accountability. In April 2024, the Chief Anti-Encroachment Officer (CAEO) submitted a formal request to the SMC’s legal wing, seeking approval to sue the … Continue reading A Year Later, No Action on SMC’s Defamation Case Against ‘Sycophant’ Officers