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Muskan Rana brings laurels to J&K; clinches 5 medals in Khelo India Youth Games 2024

JAMMU, JANUARY 24: Jammu and Kashmir’s promising and rising star in rhythmic gymnastics, Muskan Rana, a 15 year old trainee of Gymnastic Academy of J&K Sports Council, has brought laurels to the UT by clinching five medals in the ongoing Khelo India Youth Games 2024 being held in Chennai.

Muskan has bagged one gold, two silver and one bronze medal at the national championship making J&K proud with her exceptional sports talent.

The J&K Sports Council has launched a number of initiatives to promote this Olympic sport in J&K. Established at Jammu’s M A stadium, the Sports Council Gymnastics Academy has been equipped with state-of-the-art, world-class infrastructure. The Arjuna Awardee ‘Krupali Singh’ is one of the best performing coaches imparting completely professional training to the players at this academy.

The Sports Authority of India has accredited this academy as Khelo India Academy for Gymnastics of national repute and athletes of this academy have performed admirably at the national and international competitions. In the past two years, the trainees of this academy have earned 8 gold, 15 silver and 9 bronze medals in National Games, Khelo India Youth Games and national championships.

Muskan Rana brings laurels to J&K; clinches 5 medals in Khelo India Youth Games 2024

Besides, 11 athletes have represented India in the international competitions. Athletes like Bavleen Kour, Muskan Rana, Jagriti Thakur, Vaibhavi Sharma, Manya, Stuti Gupta, Sneha Dewan,Viomini Dogra, Vandhana Bharathi, Gourav Chettri, Yaadvi Mahajan, Manav Gupta, Lakhsya Mahajan, Sahil Sahi, Kamal Singh, Inderdeep Singh, Mayank Jain, Sudipti Khanna, Rudraksh Khanna, Ayman Tak, Pranvi Sharma, Aakshra Sharma, Riya Sharma, Triza Bilal, Prachi Sharma, Shranya Sharma and Hargun Kaur are regular trainees of Gymnastics Academy of J&K Sports Council who have made all of us proud time and again.

The J&K gymnasts’ performance and accomplishments have increased significantly and they have won numerous medals because of the availability of international standard equipments. They have also performed incredibly well at various levels in both national and international competitions, such as the World and Asian Championships. During the past Khelo India Games, Muskan Rana and Bavleen Kaur have won the best gymnasts of India titles in 2021 and 2022, along with winning medals for J&K.

This year again Muskan Rana alongwith Manya, Vabhavi Sharma and Jagriti Thakur won the Team Championships in the recently held Junior National Championships held at Bangaluru besides senior team winning the silver medal for the UT.

Within a brief span of three years, 13 gymnasts have competed at international competitions and won 80 medals including 25 gold, 34 silver, and 21 bronze at various National Games and Championships.

This academy has witnessed a golden age of sports in J&K and has become the greatest gymnastics academy of the country under the dynamic leadership of Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, who is also President J&K Sports Council. The unending support and assistance being provided by the J&K government in terms of infrastructure, equipment and training programs is undoubtedly paying off.

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CITY

Urs of Hazrat Sayyid Taj-ud-Din Hussaini Hamdani (RA) observed

Srinagar, Jan 23: The annual Urs of Hazrat Sayyid Taj-Ud-Din Hussaini Hamdani (RA) was observed at Shampora Nowhatta in Shaher-e-Khaas here on Tuesday with religious fervor and enthusiasm.

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On the occasion large number of devotees, including women and children, paid obeisance and offered special prayers at the shrine, which resounded with recitations of verses of Holy Quran.

The Urs of Hazrat Sayyid Taj-Ud-Din Hussaini Hamdani (RA) is observed on 11th Rajab-ul-Mujarab every year, the 7th month of the Islamic calendar.

Syed Sajjad Hussaini Hamdani of Zadibal, a descendant of the saint said: “Hazrat Sayyid Taj-Ud-Din Hussaini Hamdani (RA) was a famous saint, scholar, and religious leader of 8th century (Hijri). He was born in Hamdan (Iran). His lineage is linked to his father Hazrat Sayyid Hassan Hussaini (RA) and subsequently with Hazrat Ali Murtaza (AS). He was elder brother of Hazrat Sayyid Hussain Simnani (RA) and cousin brother of Hazrat Amir Kabir Mir Syed Ali Hamdani (RA).”

“Hazrat Sayyid Taj-Ud-Din Hussaini Hamdani (RA) migrated to Kashmir with his family including his wife, son Sayyid Hassan Hussaini Hamdani and a daughter Sayyidah Aaliya Khatoon” said Syed Muhammad Hamdani of Wahabpora, another descendant of the saint.

When Hazrat Sayyid Taj-Ud-Din Hussaini Hamdani (RA) left this world, his remains were laid to rest at Shampora Nowhatta in Shaher-e-Khaas.

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Indian Divyang Cricket Team Captain calls on Lt Governor

JAMMU, JANUARY 14: Sh Sayed Shah Aziz, Captain, Indian Divyang Cricket Team, hailing from Poonch called on Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha at Raj Bhawan, today. He was accompanied by Ms Ghazal Khan, CEO, Divyang Cricket Control Board of India.

The Lt Governor congratulated Sh Sayed Aziz for his remarkable achievements at the National and International sports arena. He also released a promotional video for the upcoming India Vs Sri Lanka International Wheelchair Cricket Series scheduled to be held in Jammu in the month of February this year.

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CRIME

Police solves theft case in Budgam, accused arrested; Stolen property worth lakhs recovered

Police solves theft case in Budgam, accused arrested; Stolen property worth lakhs recovered

Budgam, January 14: Police in Budgam have solved a theft case by arresting one accused person and recovered stolen property worth lacs from his possession.

On 12/01/2024, Police Station Magam received a written complaint from some shopkeepers of Magam Market that their shops had been burgled during the intervening night of 11th & 12th January 2024 and goods worth lakhs were stolen besides, vehicle (Tata Sumo) bearing Reg. No JK04-9558 was also stolen. On receipt of this information, a case vide FIR No. 03/2024 under relevant sections of law was registered at Police Station Magam and investigation was taken up.

During the course of investigation, some suspects were rounded up and some leads were followed resulting in the arrest of one accused identified as Himayat Hussain Mir son of Mohd Hussain Mir resident of Yagipora Magam. During the analysis of CCTV footages, it was observed that the vehicle was taken towards Pattan-Sopore axis. Subsequently, teams were sent to various locations and the vehicle was traced near Hygam Sopore. Goods worth lakhs alongwith vehicle have been recovered.

Further investigation of the case is going on and some more arrests and recoveries are expected.

Community members have lauded the efforts of police for cracking/solving the case at its earliest. Police in Budgam urges the public to install CCTV cameras as per directions of the District Magistrate.

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KASHMIR

Lt Governor meets Chief Minister of Gujarat

GANDHINAGAR, GUJARAT, JANUARY 12: Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha met the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Gujarat, Shri Bhupendra Patel today.
The Lt Governor discussed with the Gujarat Chief Minister the collaboration between J&K UT and Gujarat in various sectors and initiatives for strengthening the trade relations, exploring opportunities for mutual growth, exchanges of knowledge and capacity building.


The Lt Governor tweeted:
“Glad to have met Hon’ble CM of Gujarat, Sh Bhupendra Patel Ji. We discussed collaboration between J&K UT and Gujarat in various sectors and initiatives for strengthening the trade relations, exploring opportunities for mutual growth, exchanges of knowledge & capacity building.
Industrial delegations involving industry associations and trade bodies from both the regions to identify potential areas for investment and industrial partnerships, to establish a platform for networking and to share best practices in various sectors.
We also discussed about reciprocal visits of official delegations from Jammu Kashmir to Gujarat and vice versa, capacity building of emerging entrepreneurs and start ups and collaborations with leading IT companies in Gujarat and sectoral partnership”.

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CRIME

Police busts drug module in Anantnag; three arrested; Huge consignment of contraband substances recovered

Police busts drug module in Anantnag; three arrested; Huge consignment of contraband substances recovered

Anantnag, January 12: Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, police busted a drug module by arresting three members of a family in Anantnag and recovered huge consignment of contraband/ psychotropic substance from their possession.

Police in Anantnag received an information through reliable sources that a family comprising (Father, Mother and Son) namely Mohd Ramzan Ganai son of Gh Rasool Ganie, Shahzada Akhter wife of Mohd Ramzan Ganie and Zubair Ramzan Ganai son of Mohd Ramzan Ganie, residents of Seer Hamdan Mattan under a well-planned criminal conspiracy are continuously indulging in illegal trade of illicit alcohol as well as of cannabis charas powder. Reliable sources also revealed that the trio has concealed huge quantity of illicit alcohol as well as illicit cannabis charas powder in specially made hideouts in their residential house, Swift Dzire Car, Baleno car and Motor Cycle.

In this regard, a case FIR No. 04/2024 under relevant sections of law was registered in Police Station Mattan and investigation was initiated.

Accordingly, a search team comprising of Anantnag Police and Executive Magistrate concerned raided the spot. During search of the house, police party recovered about 9.27 Kgs of Charas powder and 867 Bottles of illicit alcohol which was seized on spot. All three accused persons were arrested. Vehicles Swift Dzire, Baleno car, KTM Motorcycle and cash amount of Rs. 13325 (believed to be proceeds of narcotics) was seized. Further investigation in the instant case is going on.

Community members are requested to come forward with any information regarding drug peddling in their neighbourhood. Persons found indulging in drug peddling will be dealt as per law. Our consistent actions against drug peddlers should reassure the community members that we are making efforts to keep our society free from the scourge of drug menace.

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HEALTH

GMC B’la makes history with innovative Shoulder Reconstruction Surgery

BARAMULLA, JANUARY 04: In a historic moment for the Department of Orthopaedics at Government Medical College (GMC) Baramulla, a pioneering AC Acromioclavicular Joint Shoulder Reconstruction with Hamstring Graft was successfully performed today.

Led by Assistant Professor Dr. Ishtiyaq Abdullah, the surgical team executed the intricate procedure without the use of any implant, setting a new standard in orthopedic surgery within the region.

The patient, diagnosed with a Type 3 right AC Joint dislocation, underwent an MRI evaluation and underwent the groundbreaking surgery at the Ortho Theatre GMC Baramulla. The procedure, conducted under the Aayushman Bharat scheme, utilized a bra-type incision, and the joint was meticulously reconstructed with a Hamstring Graft.

The success of this innovative surgery not only adds to the impressive medical achievements at GMC Baramulla but also highlights the institution’s dedication to providing state-of-the-art healthcare services to the community.

The entire Ortho team expressed gratitude to Principal GMC Baramulla Prof. Dr. Ruby Reshi and Medical Superintendent Dr. Parvaiz Masoodi for their unwavering support, making this advanced surgery a reality at GMC Baramulla.

This milestone reaffirms GMC Baramulla’s commitment to advancing healthcare standards and underscores the expertise and dedication of its medical professionals. The groundbreaking AC Joint reconstruction marks a significant leap forward in orthopedic surgery, showcasing the institution’s continuous pursuit of excellence.

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CRIME

Police busts marriage scam in Baramulla, fraudster arrested

Baramulla, January 01: Police have busted a marriage scam by arresting a fraudster in Baramulla.

Police Post Delina received a written complaint from a resident of Hudpora Khaitangan stating therein that his brother’s marriage ceremony was scheduled to be held on 31st of December, 2023 and they were supposed to get the bride from Thana Mandi Rajouri. However, the families don’t know each other and are in touch through the middle man namely Sharif Ahmad Gaasi son of Ali Mohd Gaasi resident of Kakapora Pulwama who is not responding to their phone calls.

Accordingly, a case under relevant sections of law was registered in Police Station Baramulla and investigation was initiated.

Acting promptly, a Police party of Police Post Delina after hectic efforts and with the technical help, the said person was traced out from Srinagar. During preliminary investigation, it came to fore that the said person has fraudulently cheated the said family on the pretext of marriage and has illegally grabbed an amount of Rs 1.18 lacs.

He has been arrested and was shifted to Police Station Baramulla where he remains in custody.

Further investigation of the case is going on.

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CITY

Begum late Maulana Mustafa Hussain Ansari passes away

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Srinagar, December 17: Sayyidah Hameeda, wife of late Moulana Mustafa Hussain Ansari of Khanqah-e-Sokhta Nawa Kadal at present Shalimar, passed away after a long illness at her residence early in the morning on Sunday.

She was mother of Editor Kashmir Observer Sajjad Haider Ansari, Shahid Ansari and Hamid Ansari. She was also Aunty of Nasir Abass Ansari and Moulana Masroor Abass Ansari.

People from all walks of life participated in her funeral prayers (Nimaz-e-Jinaza) that were held at Imambargah Gulshan-e-Ali Shalimar Srinagar, led by Aga Syed Aijaz Rizvi, and offered their condolences to the bereaved family.

She was laid to rest at her ancestral graveyard at Baba Mazar Zadibal, Srinagar.

She was daughter of late Aga Syed Muhammad Jalali.

Residents of Khanqah-e-Sokhta Nawa Kadal native palace of the deceased held a condolence meeting at Masjid Sharief Syed Muhammad Mosvi (RA) and offered Fateha to the departed soul.

Valley Observer team held a condolence meeting and expressed sympathy with the bereaved family.

Family sources said her Fateha would be held on Wednesday at Baba Mazar Zadibal at 8:00 am. Followed by a day long condolence majlis will continue at Ansari House and Imambargah Gulshan-e-Ali Shalimar, Srinagar.

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Div Com visits interior hamlets of Dal Lake

Inspects beautification works of LCMA at Kachri Mohalla

SRINAGAR, DECEMBER 16: The Divisional Commissioner (Div Com), Kashmir Vijay Kumar Bidhuri today conducted an extensive tour of interior hamlets of Dal Lake to inspect the eco-development and the beautification works at Kachri Mohalla executed by J&K Lake Conservative & Management Authority for transformation of hamlets into model villages.

He was accompanied by Vice Chairman, LCMA Dr Bashir Ahmad Bhat, Commissioner SMC, Athar Amir and other officers of LCMA.

During his visit, Div Com inspected the development of sewer line, beautification works for the development of parks, peripheral wooden piling of land, dredging channels for water transport, walkways & Gazebos.

Div Com, on the occasion, inspected the various eco-development activities and directed concerned officers to expedite the execution of works. He instructed for illumination of the hamlets with decorative lights besides instructed for making streetlights functional.

Also, Div Com stressed for the dredging of channels and opening of routes connecting the Kachri Mohalla with Nehru Park.

He advised inhabitants to keep their environment clean and adopt a proper disposal system for plastic waste. He told them that it is the social responsibility of inhabitants to keep their surroundings clean.

He called on them to paint their roof tops and walls to increase the aesthetics of the villages.

Ealier, the inhabitants warmly welcomed Div Com and other officers with garlands and expressed their gratitude for addressing their demands and issues.

The locals informed that due to the beautification works the footfall of tourists has increased significantly.

Later, Div Com along with officers took stock of the upgradation process of Nishat Sethu for walkway.

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