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Mint
3 days ago
- Politics
- Mint
In first J&K visit post Pahalgam attack, PM Modi likely to flag off Vande Bharat train to Srinagar this weekend
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to inaugurate the Vande Bharat train, connecting Srinagar to national captial, on Saturday from Katra in Jammu. This will be Prime Minister Modi's first visit to Jammu and Kashmir after 'Operation Sindoor', India's precision strikes on terror camps in Pakistan launched in response to the 22 April Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people, mostly tourists. 'The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, will visit Jammu in the first week of June and will inaugurate the first Vande Bharat train to Kashmir,' senior BJP leader Ravinder Raina was quoted as saying by local daily Rising Kashmir. Raina, former J&K BJP President is also BJP National Executive Member. Earlier, the inauguration of the much-awaited train was scheduled for 19 April, however, it was postponed dur to bad weather. Three days later Pahalgam terror attack happened in Kashmir. Modi was scheduled to inaugurate the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla-Rail Project (USBRL), the World's tallest Chenab Rail Bridge and Anji Khad Rail Bridge on 19 April, besides flagging off the special Kashmir edition of Vande Bharat Express from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Railway Station to Srinagar. Raina told the Rising Kashmir news paer that the exact dates of PM Modi's visit are being finalised in coordination with security agencies. 'It is most likely that PM Modi will visit Jammu on June 6, 7, or 8,' he said. June 7, Saturday is also the day of Eid al-Adha, one of two major festivals of Muslims. Modi's scheduled visit to the Union Territory comes shortly after Union Home Minister Amit Shah's two-day tour last week. During the visit, Shah reviewed security arrangements and also visited Poonch where he met victims of cross-border shelling. The Katra to SrinagarVande Bharat Expresswill have features like heating systems, anti-spall layers, and automatic doors. The train is designed to operate smoothly in cold weather--down to minus 20 degrees Celsius. The Indian Railways had conducted a trial run of the Vande Bharat train from Katra to Srinagar on January 23 this year. The Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat will run on the world's highest railway arch bridge and Anji Bridge constructed on the river Chenab in Reasi district. The Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla-Rail Project spans 272 km and includes 119 km of tunnels. Two iconic engineering marvels—the Chenab Bridge, the world's highest railway bridge, and the Anji Khad Bridge, India's first cable-stayed railway bridge—are part of this project. The Chenab Bridge is 467 metres high, making it 35 metres taller than the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Designed to withstand earthquakes up to magnitude 8, the bridge posed significant engineering challenges due to its location in a high-seismic zone. Approved in 1994–95 and declared a National Project in 2002, the USBRL has been completed in phases. Key sections such as Qazigund–Baramulla (2009), Banihal–Qazigund (2013), Udhampur–Katra (2014), and Banihal–Sangaldan (2020) have already been commissioned. A trial run of MEMU trains was also successfully conducted last year on the electrified Reasi–Sangaldan section. The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, will visit Jammu in the first week of June and will inaugurate the first Vande Bharat train to Kashmir. Currently, train services in the Kashmir Valley are operational only on the Sangaldan–Baramulla section, while long-distance trains terminate at Katra, Jammu.
Hindustan Times
23-04-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Leading newspapers in Kashmir print front page black to condemn Pahalgam terror attack
Leading English and Urdu language newspapers in Jammu and Kashmir printed their front pages in black to protest the terror attack that killed 26 innocent civilians in Pahalgam. Publications including Greater Kashmir, Rising Kashmir, Kashmir Uzma, Aftab and Taimeel Irshad changed their formats to strike a symbolic message to the masses. The publications also carried powerful headlines in white or red as a powerful public display of solidarity and grief with those affected by the attack. Follow live updates on Pahalgam terror attack Rising Kashmir's lead headline in white read, 'TERROR STRIKES PAHALGAM,' with a subhead, '27 civilians, mostly tourists, massacred in deadly terror attack.' The letter 'O' in the word 'TERROR' was printed as an image of a bleeding gunshot wound. Greater Kashmir printed 'Gruesome: Kashmir Gutted, Kashmiris Grieving,' in white on a black layout. The subhead printed in red read, '26 killed in deadly terror attack in Pahalgam.' Also read | Omar Abdullah hails slain 'ponnywallah' who tried snatching rifle from terrorist to save tourists The paper also carried an editorial with the headline 'The massacre in the meadow - Protect Kashmir's soul.' The column said the attack has cast a dark shadow over J-K, a region striving to reclaim its legacy as a 'Paradise on Earth.' 'This heinous act is not merely an assault on innocent lives but a deliberate blow to Kashmir's identity and values -- its hospitality, its economy, and its fragile peace. Kashmir's soul stands in unequivocal condemnation of this brutality and offers heartfelt condolences to the victims' families, who sought beauty but found tragedy,' the editorial read. Also read | 'He lived a good life': Wife of Navy officer who died in Pahalgam attack The publication noted that terrorists could strike a high-traffic tourist spot, which is accessible only on foot or by pony. The editorial said the attack 'signals a need for sharper intelligence and tighter coordination among agencies, the paper called for proactive measures -- enhanced vigilance, community engagement, and uprooting terrorism -- which are imperative to prevent such horrors from recurring.' 'Kashmir's people have endured violence for too long, yet their spirit remains unbroken. This attack must not sow division but unite us in defiance of terror. We urge all -- government, security forces, civil society, and citizens -- to forge a collective front,' it said.
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Business Standard
23-04-2025
- Politics
- Business Standard
Black front pages, valley shutdown as Kashmir protests Pahalgam attack
Several newspapers across Kashmir on Wednesday printed their front pages entirely black as a gesture of mourning and protest against the brutal terrorist attack that claimed 26 lives in Pahalgam a day earlier. This is also the first time in 35 years that the Kashmir Valley saw a complete shutdown in protest of the Pahalgam terror attack. Kashmiri newspapers print black pages Leading English and Urdu dailies such as Greater Kashmir, Rising Kashmir, Kashmir Uzma, Aftab, and Taimeel Irshad set aside their usual formats in a symbolic act of solidarity with the victims, condemning the violence. The papers were printed with white or red headlines against black backgrounds, reflecting the sorrow and outrage of the region. ALSO READ | 'Gruesome: Kashmir Gutted, Kashmiris Grieving', read the front page of Greater Kashmir, accompanied by a poignant subheadline in red: '26 killed in deadly terror attack in Pahalgam'. Its editorial titled 'The massacre in the meadow – Protect Kashmir's soul' described the incident as not only an assault on lives, but a strike at the very identity and values of the region, which are based in its hospitality, peace, and economy. Shops, petrol stations, and other commercial establishments remained closed in Srinagar, except for those selling essentials. Public transport was limited, although private vehicles continued to operate. All private schools across Jammu and Kashmir were closed for the day, and Kashmir University postponed scheduled exams. Government schools, however, remained open. Political parties, trade groups back shutdown Several political parties and organisations backed the shutdown, including the National Conference (NC), Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Peoples' Conference, and Apni Party. The Mutahida Majlis Ulema (MMU), led by Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, also called for a peaceful protest. Tourism and trade associations such as the Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industries and Kashmir Traders and Manufacturers Federation voiced their outrage and stood in support of the bandh. KTMF strongly condemns the tragic senseless incident at Pahalgam. Violence has no place in our society,peace and safety must prevail for all. We stand united in grief and pray for peace to prevail in the region. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families. — Kashmir Traders & Manufacturers Federation (KTMF) (@KTMF16) April 22, 2025 ALSO READ | UP police on high alert after Pahalgam terror attack; security stepped up Security heightened in Pahalgam Security has been significantly heightened across the region. Armed forces were deployed at sensitive locations, tourist hubs, and key infrastructure points. Checkpoints were set up across Srinagar and other district centres, with thorough vehicle and pedestrian checks underway. A massive search operation is also ongoing in the Baisaran area of Pahalgam to trace those responsible for the attack, as additional forces have been stationed at the popular tourist destination to prevent any further incidents.
News18
23-04-2025
- Politics
- News18
Kashmir Newspapers Print Front Page Black To Protest Pahalgam Terror Attack That Killed 26 People
Published By : The striking act of protest by the newspapers, each bearing powerful headlines in white or red, was a powerful public display of solidarity and grief. Several prominent newspapers in Kashmir on Wednesday printed their front pages black to protest the brutal terrorist attack that left 26 people, mostly tourists, dead in the Pahalgam hill resort the previous day. The striking act of protest by the newspapers, each bearing powerful headlines in white or red, was a powerful public display of solidarity and grief, symbolising the collective sorrow felt by the residents and the media over the inhuman act. The change in format by leading English and Urdu dailies, including Greater Kashmir, Rising Kashmir, Kashmir Uzma, Aftab and Taimeel Irshad, serves as a stark reminder of the violence that has plagued the region for decades. 'Gruesome: Kashmir Gutted, Kashmiris Grieving", screamed the headline of leading English daily Greater Kashmir in white on a black layout, followed by the subhead '26 killed in deadly terror attack in Pahalgam" in red. The paper's front-page editorial with the headline 'The massacre in the meadow – Protect Kashmir's soul" said the attack has cast a dark shadow over J-K, a region striving to reclaim its legacy as a 'Paradise on Earth". 'This heinous act is not merely an assault on innocent lives but a deliberate blow to Kashmir's identity and values — its hospitality, its economy, and its fragile peace. Kashmir's soul stands in unequivocal condemnation of this brutality and offers heartfelt condolences to the victims' families, who sought beauty but found tragedy," the editorial said. Highlighting the fact that terrorists could strike a high-traffic tourist spot, accessible only by foot or pony, signals a need for sharper intelligence and tighter coordination among agencies, the paper called for proactive measures — enhanced vigilance, community engagement, and uprooting terrorism — which are imperative to prevent such horrors from recurring. 'Kashmir's people have endured violence for too long, yet their spirit remains unbroken. This attack must not sow division but unite us in defiance of terror. We urge all — government, security forces, civil society, and citizens — to forge a collective front. 'Only through unwavering resolve can we protect our land's future, ensuring that Pahalgam's meadows echo with laughter, not gunfire, and that Kashmir remains a beacon of peace and prosperity," the editorial said. (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) First Published:
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First Post
23-04-2025
- Politics
- First Post
Kashmir newspapers print front page black to protest Pahalgam terror attack
Several leading newspapers of the Kashmir Valley published black front pages on Wednesday to protest the Pahalgam terrorist attack, killing 26 people, mostly tourists. read more Several prominent newspapers in Kashmir on Wednesday printed their front pages black to protest the brutal terrorist attack that left 26 people, mostly tourists, dead in the Pahalgam hill resort the previous day. The striking act of protest by the newspapers, each bearing powerful headlines in white or red, was a powerful public display of solidarity and grief, symbolising the collective sorrow felt by the residents and the media over the inhuman act. Advertisement The change in format by leading English and Urdu dailies, including Greater Kashmir, Rising Kashmir, Kashmir Uzma, Aftab and Taimeel Irshad, serves as a stark reminder of the violence that has plagued the region for decades. 'Gruesome: Kashmir Gutted, Kashmiris Grieving', screamed the headline of leading English daily Greater Kashmir in white on a black layout, followed by the subhead '26 killed in deadly terror attack in Pahalgam' in red. The paper's front-page editorial with the headline 'The massacre in the meadow - Protect Kashmir's soul' said the attack has cast a dark shadow over J-K, a region striving to reclaim its legacy as a 'Paradise on Earth'. 'This heinous act is not merely an assault on innocent lives but a deliberate blow to Kashmir's identity and values – its hospitality, its economy, and its fragile peace. Kashmir's soul stands in unequivocal condemnation of this brutality and offers heartfelt condolences to the victims' families, who sought beauty but found tragedy,' the editorial said. Highlighting the fact that terrorists could strike a high-traffic tourist spot, accessible only by foot or pony, signals a need for sharper intelligence and tighter coordination among agencies, the paper called for proactive measures – enhanced vigilance, community engagement, and uprooting terrorism – which are imperative to prevent such horrors from recurring. Advertisement 'Kashmir's people have endured violence for too long, yet their spirit remains unbroken. This attack must not sow division but unite us in defiance of terror. We urge all – government, security forces, civil society, and citizens – to forge a collective front. 'Only through unwavering resolve can we protect our land's future, ensuring that Pahalgam's meadows echo with laughter, not gunfire, and that Kashmir remains a beacon of peace and prosperity,' the editorial said. (Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by Firstpost staff.)
