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India Gazette
2 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
JKNC MP Mian Altaf Ahmad Larvi pays tribute
Ganderbal (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 8 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) MP Mian Altaf Ahmad Larvi on Sunday paid tributes at the 129th Urs of Mian Nizam-u-Din Kiyanvi (RA) and highlighted the saint's message of unity and spiritual wisdom. Devotees from various parts of the country gathered at Baba Nagri, Wangat Kangan to offer prayers at the revered shrine of Mian Nizam-u-Din Kiyanvi (RA) during the 129th Urs. The atmosphere was filled with spiritual devotion as people paid their respects and sought blessings. Many devotees expressed deep gratitude for being able to attend the annual event, calling it a spiritually uplifting experience that strengthens their faith and connection to the Sufi saint's teachings. On Tuesday, National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah welcomed the celebration of both the Kheer Bhawani Mela and the Urs of Hazrat Mir Syed Ali Hamdani, calling it a symbol of communal harmony in Kashmir. He stressed the importance of unity for national progress. Speaking to ANI, Farooq Abdullah said, 'It is a matter of joy that the mela of Kheer Bhawani and Urs of Hazrat Mir Syed Ali Hamdani are being celebrated today. There has always been brotherhood in the valley. We want to see this brotherhood across the country. If we stay united, we will progress.' The Kheer Bhawani Mela is an important annual religious festival for the Kashmiri Pandit community. It is held at the Kheer Bhawani Temple in Tulla Mulla village of Ganderbal district. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Ragnya Devi, a form of Goddess Durga, and is considered one of the holiest sites for Kashmiri Hindus. Abdullah also appealed to devotees to visit the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in Katra, expressing concern over the drop in pilgrim numbers following the recent terror attack in Pahalgam. 'We should go to Mata Vaishno Devi in Katra and appeal to the people to visit there. There has been a decrease in the number of devotees to Mata Vaishno Devi. People are scared after the tragedy of war that took place recently. The impact of the Pahalgam incident was seen throughout the country,' Abdullah told ANI. (ANI)
India Gazette
2 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
JKNC MP Mian Altaf Ahmad Larvi pays tribute at 129th Urs of Mian Nizam-u-Din Kiyanvi (RA)
Ganderbal (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], June 8 (ANI): Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) MP Mian Altaf Ahmad Larvi on Sunday paid tributes at the 129th Urs of Mian Nizam-u-Din Kiyanvi (RA) and highlighted the saint's message of unity and spiritual wisdom. Devotees from various parts of the country gathered at Baba Nagri, Wangat Kangan to offer prayers at the revered shrine of Mian Nizam-u-Din Kiyanvi (RA) during the 129th Urs. The atmosphere was filled with spiritual devotion as people paid their respects and sought blessings. Many devotees expressed deep gratitude for being able to attend the annual event, calling it a spiritually uplifting experience that strengthens their faith and connection to the Sufi saint's teachings. On Tuesday, National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah welcomed the celebration of both the Kheer Bhawani Mela and the Urs of Hazrat Mir Syed Ali Hamdani, calling it a symbol of communal harmony in Kashmir. He stressed the importance of unity for national progress. Speaking to ANI, Farooq Abdullah said, 'It is a matter of joy that the mela of Kheer Bhawani and Urs of Hazrat Mir Syed Ali Hamdani are being celebrated today. There has always been brotherhood in the valley. We want to see this brotherhood across the country. If we stay united, we will progress.' The Kheer Bhawani Mela is an important annual religious festival for the Kashmiri Pandit community. It is held at the Kheer Bhawani Temple in Tulla Mulla village of Ganderbal district. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Ragnya Devi, a form of Goddess Durga, and is considered one of the holiest sites for Kashmiri Hindus. Abdullah also appealed to devotees to visit the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in Katra, expressing concern over the drop in pilgrim numbers following the recent terror attack in Pahalgam. 'We should go to Mata Vaishno Devi in Katra and appeal to the people to visit there. There has been a decrease in the number of devotees to Mata Vaishno Devi. People are scared after the tragedy of war that took place recently. The impact of the Pahalgam incident was seen throughout the country,' Abdullah told ANI. (ANI)
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Operation Sindoor: 'Situation getting better': JKNC MP Mian Altaf on India, Pakistan agreeing to cease hostilities
Jammu and Kashmir National Conference ( JKNC ) MP Mian Altaf Ahmed on Monday welcomed India and Pakistan's agreement on cessation of hostilities. #Operation Sindoor The damage done at Pak bases as India strikes to avenge Pahalgam Why Pakistan pleaded to end hostilities Kashmir's Pahalgam sparks Karachi's nightmare He demanded jobs for the surviving family members of those who died during the cross-border shelling from Pakistan. He also mentioned the damage to houses that was inflicted in Rajouri and Poonch . The National Conference leader added that the situation is, however, getting better in the region and urged the administration to provide necessary help to the locals. 5 5 Next Stay Playback speed 1x Normal Back 0.25x 0.5x 1x Normal 1.5x 2x 5 5 / Skip Ads by "The family members of those who lost their lives should be given jobs. Houses have been damaged in Rajouri, Poonch. The administration should provide necessary help to the people. Now the situation is getting better," he told ANI. Meanwhile, following the cessation of hostilities between India and Pakistan, the Directors General Military Operations (DGMO) of both countries will hold talks at 12 noon on Monday. Live Events The Indian armed forces conducted a joint press briefing in New Delhi on Sunday, which consisted of Lieutenant General Rajeev Ghai (Director General Military Operations), Vice Admiral A N Pramod (Director General Naval Operations), and Air Marshal A K Bharti (Director General Air Operations). They confirmed that India struck 11 airbases inside Pakistan and inflicted significant damage on their military capabilities. The officials jointly announced the success of "Operation Sindoor" -- a cross-border counter-terror operation aimed at neutralising terror infrastructure inside Pakistan. The operation also eliminated over 100 terrorists. This development came in the light of heightened tensions between India and Pakistan following India's recent military operation, Operation Sindoor, which targeted terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir in response to the terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22 which claimed 26 lives. India's military operation involved precision strikes on nine sites identified as terrorist infrastructure, including militant camps in Muzaffarabad, Kotli, and Bahawalpur.
News18
03-05-2025
- Politics
- News18
'Jo Darr Gaya Wo...': Farooq Abdullah Urges Tourists Not To Abandon Kashmir After Pahalgam Horror
Last Updated: Farooq Abdullah, who was also seen taking selfies with tourists in Pahalgam, further urged them not to be afraid of such attacks. Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah visited Pahalgam on Saturday, where he interacted with tourists and urged them not to abandon Kashmir, as the Valley has seen a sharp drop in tourist numbers following the recent terror attack. Abdullah, who was also seen taking selfies with tourists, further urged them not to be afraid of such attacks. In the aftermath of the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, the Valley—whose economy largely depends on tourism—witnessed a wave of trip cancellations. 'Things are normal. More and more tourists should come here. They should not be scared.' Jo darr gaya who mar gaya'. I appeal to people to come to Pahalgam, Gulmarg, Srinagar and also to Katra to have a darshan of Mata Vaishno Devi," the National Conference chief said. #WATCH | Pahalgam, J&K: JKNC chief Farooq Abdullah says 'Things are normal. More and more tourists should come here. They should not be scared.' Jo darr gaya who mar gaya'. I appeal to people to come to Pahalgam, Gulmarg, Srinagar and also to Katra to have a darshan of Mata… — ANI (@ANI) May 3, 2025 The Former J&K CM said that terrorism should be uprooted immediately and strongly backed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's retaliatory action against Pakistan. We are tired of terrorism. It is important to finish terrorism and for this, whatever action the Prime Minister takes, we are with him and we are waiting for it," Abdullah said. The attack by the Pakistan-based Lashkar group killed 26, mostly tourists, in Pahalgam. Earlier in the day, Abdullah also met the family of Adil Shah, a Kashmiri pony ride operator who was shot dead while trying to protect tourists in the scenic Baisaran meadow. 'Those who lost their lives here, I want to tell that bride, who was married just 6 days ago, to the child who saw his father soaked in blood that we also cried. We also didn't eat. Such demons are still there who murder humanity. They call themselves Muslims, but I think they are not Muslims," Abdullah said. 'I want to assure them that these sacrifices will not go in vain, all will be avenged… ab ghada bhar gaya hai (the pot of sin is now full). We now need to uproot it (terrorism). We have been witnessing it for 35 years. But, they have never won, they'll never win," he added. First Published: May 03, 2025, 17:15 IST
Mint
01-05-2025
- Politics
- Mint
Farooq Abdullah claims India, Pakistan ‘getting ready for war' amid Pahalgam buildup: ‘Pata nahin kal kya hoga'
Jammu and Kashmir National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah On Wednesday claimed that India and Pakistan were 'getting ready for war'. Talking to reporters the former chief minister of J&K said, " We don't know what will happen tomorrow. Today, two countries are getting ready for a fight. Attempts are being done to ensure this doesn't happen and a solution can be found to catch them (terrorists) and those who are behind it". JKNC leader Farooq Abdullah condemned the recent terror attack in Pahalgam region of the Union Territory, attributing it to security lapses and Pakistan's attempts to destabilise Jammu and Kashmir. Farooq Abdullah criticised Pakistan's propaganda and Army Chief General Asim Munir's provocative remarks on the two-nation theory, while expressing support for PM Narendra Modi's response. 'There is no doubt that this was a matter of security and intelligence wouldn't (Pakistan) have liked the fact that we were leading our lives very was spread among our people as they (Pakistan) resorted to this (Pahalgam attack).' 'But they didn't look at the fact that how it is going to affect the Muslims in India', Abdullah said. Flagging recent targeted communal attacks within the country, ex-J&K Chief Minister said, 'A narrative is already going on since last 10 years, to eliminate Muslims completely, to burn our Mosques.' "We were dealing with it already. Now, Pakistan army chief General Asim Munir provoked by speaking about two-nation theory. If war happens, it will come to the table, but what will happen on the table, only Allah knows," Farooq Abdullah added. Abdullah on Tuesday voiced strong support for PM Narendra Modi amid rising tensions with Pakistan in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack. Calling for national unity and cautioning Islamabad against further provocations, Abdullah said, 'We have given our full support to the prime minister. After that, we should not be questioned. The prime minister should do whatever work he necessary.' Responding to Pakistan's repeated assertions of being a nuclear power, Farooq Abdullah also reminded them of India's own capabilities. "We also have nuclear power, and we had it even before them," he said. First Published: 1 May 2025, 04:18 PM IST
