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J&K Govt informs speaker about MLA Mehraj Malik’s PSA detention

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Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir government has informed the Legislative Assembly Speaker about the detention of Doda legislator Mehraj Din Malik under the Public Safety Act (PSA).

According to an intimation by District Magistrate Doda, Harvinder Singh, a copy of which lies with KNO Malik, who represents Doda-52 constituency, has been booked under the provisions of the J&K Public Safety Act, 1978.

The communication states that the action was taken on grounds of his activities being “prejudicial to the maintenance of public order.”

“After examining relevant materials, reports, and circumstances, authorities concluded that the continuance of such activities posed a ‘grave threat’ to peace, public order and tranquility in the district,” it reads.

The government said preventive detention under the PSA was found necessary “in the interest of maintaining public order and safeguarding law and order in the region”. (KNO)

18 FIRs Cited: Doda MLA detained under PSA, First sitting legislator in J&K

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Srinagar: In a first for Jammu and Kashmir, Aam Aadmi Party’s Doda MLA Mehraj Malik was on Monday detained under the stringent Public Safety Act (PSA).

Officials confirmed that Malik, who recently created history by becoming AAP’s first legislator in the Union Territory, is the first sitting MLA to face detention under the PSA.

Police cited as many as 18 FIRs and multiple public complaints against Malik, accusing him of abusing officials, obstructing relief and development works, and instigating youth in Doda district.

Authorities said the detention was necessary to maintain public order, and hinted that more PSA detentions could follow in the coming days.

The PSA, an administrative law in J&K, allows detention without charge or trial for up to two years in certain cases. Officials said Malik’s conduct posed a threat to peace and governance in the region.

Malik, a prominent AAP face, had defeated his BJP rival by a margin of over 4,500 votes in the 2024 Assembly elections from Doda, marking his party’s maiden win in the UT.

Earlier, in December 2020, he had won the District Development Council elections from Kahara constituency before resigning from the post after his Assembly victory in October 2024.

Authorities said that Malik’s “pattern of misconduct,” reflected in repeated FIRs and complaints, warranted strict administrative action under the PSA. (KDC)

Second terrorist killed in Kulgam encounter, Operation on

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Srinagar: One more terrorist has been killed in the ongoing encounter in the Guddar forest area of south Kashmir’s Kulgam district, taking the toll to two, officials said.

An official said based on a specific intelligence input, a joint search operation was launched in the Guddar forest.

He said after observing suspicious activity and upon being challenged, terrorists opened fire, prompting a fierce exchange of gunfire.

Earlier, a terrorist was killed and a Junior Commissioned Officer of the Army was also injured. Now one terrorists has been killed while operation is going on,” he said. (KNO)

Terrorist killed, Army officer injured in Kulgam encounter

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Srinagar: A terrorist has been killed while an Army officer was injured in the ongoing encounter in the Guddar forest area of Kulgam district, the Army said.

In a post on X, the Army, as per KNO, said based on a specific intelligence input by the Police, joint search operation was launched in the Guddar forest.

It said vigilant troops observed suspicious activity and upon being challenged, terrorists opened fire, prompting a fierce exchange of gunfire.

“During the operation one terrorist has been eliminated and a junior commissioned officer suffered injuries. Operation is in progress,” it said. (KNO)

Pak national apprehended in Jammu’s RS Pura: BSF

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Srinagar: The Border Security Forces (BSF) apprehended a Pakistan resident in the RS Pura sector of Jammu district on Sunday evening, officials said.

An official KNO that the BSF personnel observed some suspicious movement late yesterday evening near a border pillar.

He said when they approached near the spot, a Pakistani national was detained.

He is being questioned, while further details will be shared accordingly, he said. (KNO)

Encounter breaks out in south Kashmir’s Kulgam

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Srinagar: An encounter broke out between terrorists and security forces in the Guddar forest area of South Kashmir’s Kulgam district on Monday, officials said.

An official told KNO that the gunfight began after a joint team of Police, Army’s 9 RR, and CRPF launched a search operation in the area following specific inputs about the presence of terrorists.

“As the joint team approached the suspected spot, the hiding terrorists opened fire, which was retaliated to, triggering an encounter,” the official said.

He said that exchange of fire was going on when reports last came in, while additional reinforcements have been rushed to the area. (KNO)

NIA searches 22 locations in 5 regions, including J&K

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Srinagar: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Monday carried out searches at 22 locations across five regions, including J&K UT, in connection with a terror related case, officials said.

An official told KNO that the raids are being conducted simultaneously at multiple places with the assistance of local police and paramilitary forces.

The searches are part of the ongoing investigation into a terror-related case, he said, adding that further details will follow. (KNO)

Jehlum, Wullar flow close to alert mark, families shifted to safer places in Sopore

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Srinagar: While the water levels in Wullar Lake and river Jhelum rise after recent heavy rains in South and Central Kashmir, several families from low-lying Sopore areas have been shifted to safer locations as a precautionary measure.

Authorities, however, maintained that there is no alarming flood situation in Baramulla district at present.

As per KNO, Deputy Commissioner Baramulla Minga Sherpa, who visited Sopore and adjoining belts to assess the ground situation, said the administration is keeping close watch.

“The water level in Sopore stands at 3.15 metres against the alert mark of 3.60, while in Baramulla it is 3.7 metres against the alert level of 4.5 metres. This shows levels remain below danger, but the next two to three days are crucial as Wullar Lake has touched 15.77 metres, just close to its alert mark,” the DC said.

He added that flood control teams have been mobilised to strengthen embankment and plug vulnerable spots to prevent any breach. “We are ensuring our embankments are secured. A flood spill channel at Haritar, which had developed an issue earlier, has also been rectified,” he informed.

Officials said minor water-logging has been reported at a few locations in Sopore, though residential areas remain largely unaffected. Families in the most vulnerable pockets have been temporarily relocated.

The DC further assured that electricity, road connectivity and water supply, remain functional across Sopore and Baramulla.

With the NHPC releasing additional water at Uri and Gantmulla, the outflow from Jhelum is smooth, raising hopes that accumulated water will recede in the coming days.

“The situation is under control. There is no need to panic, but those living near the riverbanks should remain alert. The coming days are important and we are fully geared to respond,” the DC said. (KNO)

340 Kg of ‘unlabeled meat’ seized at Srinagar Airport

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Srinagar: Authorities on Sunday seized a huge consignment of unlabeled meat, weighing around 340 kilograms, at Srinagar Airport after enforcement teams flagged suspicious cargo movement, a senior official said

He said the enforcement wing deployed at the Air Cargo Srinagar, received specific information about a consignment of meat without mandatory labeling had been received.

The official said that acting swiftly and in coordination with the sales tax department, a vehicle was stopped outside the airport premises.

“During the inspection, officials found nearly 340 kilograms of meat packed without any label declaration or mandatory details regarding source and quality,” officials said.

The officials added, the case is being examined as per rules and further action has been initiated, adding that more details and investigation are underway. (KNO)

Ehsaas Foundation serves devotees with Free Tea Stall at Hazratbal on Milad-un-Nabi (SAW)

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Srinagar: On the occasion of Milad-un-Nabi (SAW), the Ehsaas Foundation set up a Free Tea Stall at the revered Hazratbal Shrine, extending hospitality to thousands of devotees who gathered to mark the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) birth anniversary.

Volunteers of the Foundation worked throughout the day, serving tea with warmth and compassion to visitors, many of whom had travelled long distances.

The initiative was widely appreciated by devotees, who said it reflected the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) message of kindness and brotherhood.

Zahoor Malik chairman of the Foundation is committed to carrying forward the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) values of peace, unity, and service to humanity.

Locals praised the organisation’s consistent humanitarian work across the Valley, calling the gesture a true spirit of devotion on the sacred day.

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