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Veteran BSF Havaldar Mohd Zubair Malik Laid to Rest in Darhal
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Thousands Pay Tribute as Rajouri Bids Farewell to 30-Year Serving Soldier
LIAQAT ALI KHATANA
RAJOURI SEPTEMBER 15:-The border town of Darhal mourned the loss of one of its proud sons as Havaldar Mohd Zubair Malik of BSF 141 Battalion was laid to rest with full honors on Monday. Malik, son of Hafiz Ahmed Sayed, passed away yesterday at 1 p.m. at a Ludhiana hospital after a prolonged illness.
His funeral was held today at 11 a.m. in his native village Darhal Topa Panchayat, where he was buried in the local cemetery near his residence. A large number of mourners, including political representatives, social activists, and residents from adjoining areas, gathered to pay their last respects. The Border Security Force Rajouri contingent presented a guard of honor, acknowledging his three decades of dedicated service to the nation.
Havaldar Malik, remembered as a kind-hearted and generous man, had served the BSF for 30 years with distinction. He still had eight years left in service. He is survived by his wife, a daughter, and two sons.
The funeral prayer was led by Hafiz Mohd Sayeed, Khatib of Jamia Masjid Darhal and President of Anjuman Ulama-e-Ahle Sunnat, Jammu Province. Among the prominent attendees were Sain Abdul Rashid, DDC Member Rajouri, along with other political and community leaders who praised the late soldier’s contribution and character.
Darhal today stands united in grief, saluting a soldier who lived for duty and community till his last breath.
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Care Foundation and Charitable Trust Holds Jasn-e-Milad Program at Tagore Hall
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SRINAGAR SEPTEMBER 15:Care Foundation and Charitable Trust organized a heartfelt Jasn-e-Milad program at Tagore Hall to commemorate the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad (SAW). The gathering brought together community members, faith leaders, and local dignitaries for an evening of prayer, reflection, and celebration.
The program commenced with soulful recitations and naats, followed by inspiring addresses. Mehjabeen Nabi, Chairperson of Care Foundation and Charitable Trust, emphasized the organization’s mission of compassion and service. “This Jasn-e-Milad is a reminder of our shared values of mercy and kindness. Through gatherings like this, we renew our commitment to serve those in need and to build a more caring, inclusive community,” she said.
Chief Guest A.R. Hanjura lauded the foundation’s ongoing initiatives, particularly in education, healthcare, and welfare of underprivileged families. He highlighted the importance of faith-based events in fostering unity, harmony, and mutual respect among diverse groups.
The program also featured a presentation on the foundation’s recent projects and community outreach efforts. Organizers stressed that such events not only strengthen spiritual bonds but also provide platforms to engage new volunteers and raise awareness about charitable initiatives.
The evening concluded with community prayers, after which light refreshments were served, allowing participants to connect and explore opportunities for future collaboration in service of society.
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BGSBU observes Engineers’ Day; University Registrar delivers Lecture on Advancements in Foundation Engineering
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RAJOURI, SEPTEMBER 15: Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University (BGSBU) today celebrated Engineers’ Day with great fervor and enthusiasm to pay tribute to the legendary engineer and Bharat Ratna awardee, Sir M. Visvesvaraya on his birth anniversary.
On the occasion, a series of events were organized by the Department of Civil Engineering, including interactive sessions, lectures and discussions highlighting the contribution of engineers in nation-building and technological advancement.
Registrar BGSBU Abhishek Sharma also joined the celebrations and delivered a special lecture to the 7th semester Civil Engineering students, wherein he shared insights on professional ethics, innovation in engineering, and the importance of adopting modern practices to address contemporary challenges.
The Registrar encouraged the students to imbibe the spirit of dedication, creativity and problem-solving, which define the engineering profession. He stressed upon the role of young engineers in contributing to sustainable development and transforming society through innovation.
The faculty members appreciated the Registrar’s interaction with students, noting that such initiatives serve as a motivation for budding engineers to excel academically and professionally.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Er. Vaseem Ahmed, HOD, Civil Engineering. He expressed gratitude to all participants and reiterated the university’s commitment to nurturing competent and socially responsible engineers.
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Care Foundation and Charitable Trust Hosts Jasn-e-Milad Celebration at Tagore Hall
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IRFAN GANI BHAT
SRINAGAR SEPTEMBER 14:-Care Foundation and Charitable Trust held a Jasn-e-Milad program at Tagore Hall to mark the birth of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW). The event brought together community members, faith leaders, and local guests for a program of prayer, praise, and reflection. Mehjabeen Nabi, Chairperson of Care Foundation and Charitable Trust, and chief guest A.R. Hanjura each addressed attendees, highlighting the event’s focus on unity, compassion, and community service.
The evening opened with recitations and naats, followed by speeches that emphasized the importance of faith-driven service and social responsibility. Mehjabeen Nabi reflected on the organization’s mission to support vulnerable populations and strengthen communal bonds. “This Jasn-e-Milad is a reminder of our shared values of mercy and kindness,” Nabi said. “Through gatherings like this, we renew our commitment to serve those in need and to build a more caring, inclusive community.”
Chief guest A.R. Hanjura praised the foundation’s ongoing initiatives and encouraged continued community engagement. He underscored the role of faith-based events in promoting social harmony and mutual respect among diverse groups. The program also included community prayers and a brief presentation on the foundation’s recent projects, highlighting efforts in education, healthcare outreach, and support for low-income families.
The event attracted a broad cross-section of volunteers, and supporters of the foundation. Organizers stressed that public gatherings such as Jasn-e-Milad are central to the foundation’s strategy for community outreach, providing opportunities to raise awareness about charitable programs and to recruit volunteers. Light refreshments were provided after the formal program, allowing attendees to connect and discuss ways to support upcoming initiatives.
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Cricket Match Under Viksit Bharat Organizes By Rahul Dravid Cricket Club Poonch
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POONCH SEPTEMBER 14:-Rahul Dravid Cricket Club, in collaboration with the Department of Youth Services and Sports, Poonch, and J&K Sports Council (Poonch Unit), today organized an enthusiastic cricket match at the Sports Stadium, Poonch. The event was held under the aegis of the Viksit Bharat campaign initiated by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, focusing on the holistic development of youth across the nation.
The match featured participation from young players under the U-14 and U-17 boys and girls categories, promoting inclusivity and encouraging budding talent in the region.
As part of the celebration, Physical Education Teacher and Cricket Coach, Mr. Pervaiz Ahmed Rek, engaged in an interactive session with the players. He emphasized the importance of the Viksit Bharat initiative, highlighting how it aims to empower the youth, promote sports culture, and build a stronger, more developed India.
He was joined by Mr. Syed Talit Waseem Rek, also a Physical Education Teacher, who shared his insights on the positive impact of sports in shaping disciplined, healthy, and goal-oriented individuals.
*The event witnessed enthusiastic participation and received appreciation from local sports enthusiasts. Youth from across District Poonch were encouraged to actively join and support the various programs and campaigns under Viksit Bharat, aimed at nation-building and youth empowerment*.
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PDP Leader Mohd Rafique Rather writes an Open Letter to District Development Commissioner Doda, Mr. Harvinder Singh (IAS)
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CHENAB VALLEY SEPTEMBER 14:-
Dear Mr. Singh,
I am compelled to write this open letter to express my deep concern over your recent decision to invoke the Public Safety Act (PSA) against Mehraj Malik, Hon’ble MLA Doda. The grounds cited for this action raise troubling questions about fairness, proportionality, and the constitutional responsibility of your office.
At the outset, I must clarify that I do not write these lines merely as a political activist, but also as someone who has spent three decades in the employees’ movement and has worked as President of the JK Employees Joint Action Committee (EJAC) and Chairman of the JK Teachers Forum (JKTF). For 30 long years, I represented the employees’ community of all cadres, striving to protect their honour, dignity, and service rights. It deeply pains me to see government employees at any level resorting to undesirable actions, whether to please their bosses or to satisfy personal egos. I would not want to see a young officer like you embroiled in controversy so early in your career. Officers have long innings to play, and I have witnessed many who, by allowing provocation to dictate decisions, eventually suffered with no one to defend them.
As a public servant, your foremost duty is to uphold neutrality and fairness, inspiring confidence among the people. Governments may come and go, but the credibility of an administrator rests on restraint, maturity, and the ability to safeguard democratic values.
Let me also state clearly: I neither subscribe to nor support the language used by Mr. Mehraj Malik. Abusing or intimidating officers is unbecoming of an elected representative and must be condemned. I say this with some authority, as I have myself always stood firmly with the employees’ community in such situations—even when it meant facing hostility and reprisals from powerful politicians. I have suffered for standing my ground, but I never compromised on principles. That is why I believe strongly that invoking a stringent and extraordinary law like the PSA merely in response to rough language is neither justifiable nor sustainable. Administrative and constitutional mechanisms already exist to address such behaviour; bypassing them in favour of PSA sets a dangerous precedent.
What makes this decision even more unfortunate is the timing. At a moment when Doda is grappling with unprecedented floods and landslides, leaving hundreds of families shelterless and struggling for food, the presence of their elected representative was crucial. By jailing him, the administration has added to the public’s miseries and deepened the trust deficit when compassion and collective leadership were needed most.
History does not judge administrators by temporary provocations but by the fairness and restraint they demonstrate in difficult times. Statehood will be restored sooner or later, political realities will evolve, but your legacy as an officer will depend on whether you chose balance and magnanimity or allowed avoidable controversies to overshadow your service.
In the larger public interest, I urge you to reconsider this action. Releasing Hon’ble MLA Mehraj Malik will not be seen as a sign of weakness, but rather as an act of maturity, statesmanship, and compassion—qualities that define true leadership.
Sincerely,
Mohd Rafique Rather
Senior Leader, Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Party
Former President, JK Employees Joint Action Committee (EJAC)
Former Chairman, Jammu Kashmir Teachers Forum (JKTF) -
Healthcare System in Shambles in Smote Kotranka: No Doctor Appointed for the Last 10 Years
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Locals Face Severe Hardships, Appeal to Government for Immediate Action
RAJOURI SEPTEMBER 13:-In a glaring example of official apathy, the New Type Primary Health Centre (NTPHC) in Smote village of Sub-Division Kotranka, District Rajouri, has been functioning without a permanent doctor for the past ten years. Locals say the centre exists only on paper and fails to provide even the most basic healthcare services.
Residents, while speaking to journalists, voiced grave concern over the situation. Despite being designated as an NTPHC, the facility remains practically defunct—lacking doctors, adequate medical staff, and essential infrastructure.
Mohammad Ashraf, a local villager, expressed his frustration:
“For even minor ailments like fever or injuries, we are forced to travel 20 to 30 kilometers to get medical help. In emergencies, many patients don’t survive the journey.”The absence of ambulance services, coupled with the lack of a lady doctor, has made life particularly difficult for women, children, and the elderly.
The villagers have appealed to the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, the Deputy Commissioner Rajouri, and senior officials of the Health Department to immediately appoint doctors and supporting staff at the Smote Health Centre. They have also urged the government to upgrade the local healthcare infrastructure.
Warning of intensifying anger, residents said that if the issue continues to be ignored, they will be left with no option but to launch public protests.
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JK Environment Minister Highlights Milestones in Hangul Conservation at International Conference
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SRINAGAR SEPTEMBER 12:-J&K Minister for Forest, Ecology & Environment, Javed Ahmed Rana, today addressed the valedictory session of the 2nd International Conference on Hangul & Threatened Ungulates Conservation, held at the Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST) – Kashmir.
The event was presided over by the Chief Minister of Jammu & Kashmir, Omar Abdullah.
The conference, which brought together leading scientists, wildlife conservationists, policymakers and stakeholders from across the country and abroad, focused on strategies for the protection and recovery of threatened ungulate species, particularly the Hangul (Cervus hanglu hanglu) – Kashmir’s iconic and critically endangered Red Deer.
In his address, the Minister expressed satisfaction over the steady recovery of the Hangul population, which has risen from 127 individuals in 2008 to 323 in 2025, attributing this success to sustained conservation initiatives, scientific management, and habitat restoration undertaken by the Department of Wildlife Protection in collaboration with national and international partners.
“The revival of the Shikargah Breeding Centre marks a pivotal milestone in our conservation journey,” said Shri Rana. “This facility will serve not only as a breeding hub for Hangul but also as a center for research and capacity-building in wildlife management.”
Underscoring the rich and diverse ecological heritage of Jammu & Kashmir, the Minister highlighted the presence of other rare and threatened species such as the Markhor (Capra falconeri) and the Kashmir Musk Deer (Moschus cupreus), which form an integral part of the region’s unique biodiversity.
“Our natural heritage is a source of immense ecological pride. Protecting it is not only a constitutional and environmental obligation but a moral one,” Rana emphasized.
“We are deeply grateful to the Hon’ble Chief Minister for his visionary leadership and unwavering support to conservation efforts in Jammu & Kashmir.”
The Minister reiterated the commitment of Government led by Omar Abdullah to protecting and preserving Jammu & Kashmir’s wildlife for future generations through participatory conservation, research-led policy interventions, and robust stakeholder engagement.
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Shah-re-Khass Traders and Chambers Expands Reach, Affiliates with Pulwama Trade Union
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SRINAGAR SEPTEMBER 12:-In a significant step towards strengthening the valley’s trade community, the Shah-re-Khass Traders and Chambers has formally affiliated with the Sanitary Tiles & Granite Dealers Association, Prichoo Pulwama.
The affiliation was finalized during a productive meeting in Pulwama, led by Mr. Abid Ahmad Mir, Executive Member, and Mr. Firdous Ahmad, Coordinator of Shah-re-Khass Traders and Chambers. The proceedings were held under the guidance of the organization’s Chairman, Mr. Bashir Ahmad Kanu, and President, Mr. Imran Khajwal.
This newly forged alliance is aimed at fostering stronger networks for traders across the region. On the occasion, Mr. Abid Ahmad and Mr. Firdous Ahmad appreciated the efforts of the Pulwama-based association and reaffirmed their commitment to extending full support to its members in all trade-related matters.
The strategic partnership marks a crucial milestone in uniting various trade bodies across Kashmir, with the shared vision of collectively addressing challenges and promoting sustainable economic growth in the region.
