Baramulla, August 14 – The District Police Baramulla, in collaboration with the District Administration, today organised a vibrant Bike Rally to promote awareness and patriotic spirit ahead of Independence Day.

The rally saw enthusiastic participation from local youth and bike enthusiasts, who rode through the main streets of Baramulla town carrying the Tricolour. The event aimed to spread the message of unity, peace, and national pride.

Senior officials from the police and district administration flagged off the rally, appreciating the participants for their zeal and discipline.

There is a possibility of rain showers in most areas of Jammu and Kashmir during the next 36 hrs (initially dry and cloudy weather will prevail in most areas). Breaks in between are also expected. Thus, it won’t rain everywhere at the same time.

Note:
1. A few areas may receive heavy showers, flash floods can’t be ruled out.
2. Gusty winds are also possible.
3. Risk of shooting stones/Landslides along Jammu-Srinagar National Highway.

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Srinagar, Aug 14: On the occasion of Independence Day 2025, Jammu & Kashmir Police has achieved a historic feat by topping the national list of Gallantry Medal recipients, securing an impressive 127 Medals for Gallantry (GM) — the highest among all States, Union Territories, and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs).

The distinction recognises acts of exceptional bravery and courage, particularly in high-risk situations. The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) followed with 20 Gallantry Medals, while Chhattisgarh Police ranked third with 14 medals. The Border Security Force (BSF) also made a significant mark, bagging 16 Gallantry Medals.

In addition to gallantry honours, the Government of India awarded 89 President’s Medals for Distinguished Service (PSM) and 635 Medals for Meritorious Service (MSM) to personnel across the nation’s police, fire, home guard, civil defence, and correctional departments.

The high tally for J&K Police reflects the challenging operational environment in the Union Territory, where personnel face complex security scenarios on a daily basis. From anti-terror operations to law and order management, their service involves constant risk and sacrifice.

Security experts believe this recognition underscores the exceptional professionalism, resilience, and dedication of the J&K Police in safeguarding lives and ensuring peace.

Officials in the UT have lauded the awardees, noting that such honours not only acknowledge past bravery but also inspire the next generation of officers to serve with the same commitment.

This Independence Day’s honours list stands as a testament to the courage of India’s security forces and their unwavering duty to the nation.

Srinagar, August 14 : Security forces on Thursday apprehended three terrorist associates at Hajin Kralgund area of North Kashmir’s Handwara.

Officials told that a joint team of police, army and CRPF during search operation arrested three terrorist associates.

The apprehended terrorist associates have been identified as Mohd Iqbal Pandith son of Shareef Din Pandith resident if Bunpora Langate, Sajad Ahmad Shah son of Bashir Ahmad Shah resident of Chekparin and Ishfaq Ahmad Malik son of Shabir Ahmad Malik resident of Kralgund.

From their possession, one pistol, 2 rounds of pistol, 20 rounds of AK and 20 posters were recovered.

Meanwhile, police have registered case in this regard and investigation has been taken up.

Kulgam, Aug 13: Apple growers in south Kashmir’s Kulgam district staged a protest on Wednesday, calling upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi to “act boldly” and impose import duties on U.S. apples, which they say are flooding Indian markets and hurting the local horticulture economy.

Gathered in the district’s main fruit mandi, dozens of orchardists and traders raised slogans against the government’s “indifference” towards the plight of Kashmir’s apple industry. They said the unchecked import of foreign apples—especially from the United States—is causing severe losses to local growers, who are already grappling with high input costs, rising transportation charges, and adverse weather conditions.

“Cheap U.S. apples are capturing our markets. If the government does not step in, our decades-old horticulture industry will collapse,” said one protesting farmer. “We urge PM Modi to be brave and put a heavy tax on these imports to protect domestic farmers.”

The protesters also expressed strong resentment over what they termed “anti-farmer” policies, including repeated hikes in electricity tariffs. They demanded the immediate rollback of these hikes, saying higher power bills are adding to the financial burden on orchardists who rely on irrigation and cold storage facilities.

Another major demand raised during the protest was the grant of amnesty on Kisan Credit Card (KCC) loans. Farmers said that many orchardists are unable to repay their loans due to declining profits and successive crop damages caused by untimely rains and hailstorms.

“We are not asking for freebies; we are asking for survival,” said another protester. “If the government can waive corporate loans, it should also provide relief to struggling farmers in Kashmir.”

The protesters warned of intensifying their agitation if their demands are not met. They called for a coordinated response from fruit growers across the Valley to press for the imposition of import duties, rollback of power tariff hikes, and amnesty on KCC loans.

Kashmir’s horticulture sector, which employs hundreds of thousands and contributes significantly to the region’s economy, has been under stress in recent years due to climate challenges, competition from imported produce, and rising operational costs.

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Srinagar, Aug 13:
PDP’s Member of the Legislative Assembly and senior leader Waheed Rehman Para has raised serious concern over the prolonged delay in clearing hundreds of compassionate appointment cases pending with the Jammu and Kashmir Government.

Para pointed out that 928 cases under SRO-43 and 1,279 cases under the Rehabilitation Assistance Scheme (RAS) remain unresolved in the General Administration Department (GAD), despite being eligible for processing. He said these files represent the “stories of families who have lost their sole breadwinner and are now left in an uncertain and desperate situation.”

Under the existing provisions, the Chief Minister has the authority to relax certain rules and approve such appointments. Para stressed that the precedent has already been set when the Office of the Lieutenant Governor recently used special powers to appoint hundreds of victims of terror.

“Every day of inaction prolongs the suffering of these families,” Para said, adding that this delay undermines the authority of the elected office and allows unelected bureaucrats to overshadow democratic institutions in J&K.

He noted that most of the affected families have neither the resources nor the influence to navigate the slow and complex bureaucratic system. “Compassionate appointments were meant to provide dignity and a means of survival, not to be buried under procedural delays and technical excuses,” he said.

Calling the matter urgent, Para urged the Chief Minister to use special powers to immediately clear all pending cases and deliver relief to the affected families.