Srinagar, Sept 06: Panic gripped the Rainawari area of Srinagar on Saturday after a pack of stray dogs attacked local residents, leaving dozens of civilians injured.

Eyewitnesses said that men, women and children were among those bitten in the sudden attack. The injured were immediately shifted to hospitals in Srinagar for treatment.

People expressed anger over the recurring menace, saying authorities have failed to control the growing population of stray dogs in the city. “Every few weeks, we face such incidents. Today, dozens of our neighbours, including children, are in hospital. The administration must wake up,” locals said.

The incident has renewed calls for Srinagar Municipal Corporation and other concerned departments to adopt effective measures to deal with the crisis, which continues to pose a threat to public safety. [KNT]

Reliable sources said that a case under FIR No. 76 of 2025 under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) stands registered at police station Nigeen.

Earlier on Friday, locals damaged an Ashoka emblem on the inaugural stone inside the Hazratbal Dargah after objecting to its installation, saying the emblem was against Islamic principles and should not be placed in a shrine.

Following the damage, J&K Waqf Board Chairperson Darakhshan Andrabi termed the act a grave insult to the shrine and called it “nothing less than terrorism.” She appealed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and law enforcement agencies for immediate arrests, alleging that the chaos was “deliberately engineered by political workers and their supporters.”

Srinagar MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi described it as an attempt to “monumentalise egos” inside a sacred place while NC MLA Tanvir Sadiq said the installation of a sculpted emblem contradicted the Islamic principle of Tawheed. (KDC)

Srinagar, Sep 06: In a significant achievement, the Wildlife Department on Friday evening arrested four persons in the Shallabugh Wetland Conservation Reserve, who had ventured into the area with the purpose of hunting water birds.

According to a statement, the operation took place around 6:30 PM on September 5, when a patrolling party of the Shallabugh Range, headed by block officer shalbugh, Ajaz Ahmad, intercepted two boats in the wetland.

The team apprehended the four accused, who are in the custody of department and seized the two boats, along with hunted birds, live cartridges and used cartridges.

The action was carried out in near-dark conditions and officials said the courage and determination of the field staff ensured that the offenders could not escape.

Deputy Conservator of Forests ,(Wildlife Wetlands Kashmir), Altaf Hussain, while confirming the development, commended the staff and said the late-hour operation reflected the strong resolve of the department to protect Kashmir’s wetlands.

He further stated that evening and morning patrols have been intensified, particularly as migratory bird season is approaching nearer.

“Anyone with bad intentions of hunting migratory birds shall be dealt with severely in accordance with the wildlife protection act,” he said.

This marks another success for the department, following an earlier operation this year in which four persons were booked for venturing into the waters with the purpose of hunting in Wular lake.

The Shallabugh Wetland, a Ramsar site of international importance, continues to be a priority for conservation, with enhanced patrolling and community vigilance aimed at safeguarding the habitat of migratory and resident bird species.—(KNO)

Anantnag, Sep 06: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday visited different areas of South Kashmir’s Anantnag town and other flood-affected areas of the district to take stock of the situation caused by the recent heavy rains.

Details available with news agency Kashmir News Corner — KNC, He was accompanied by Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary, Advisor to CM Nasir Aslam Wani, Cabinet Ministers Javed Rana and Sakina Itoo, and several legislators including Altaf Kaloo, Majeed Larmi, Dr. Bashir Veeri, ,Reyaz khan and Zafar Khattana. CM was also joined by officials from district administration including Deputy Commissioner Annatnag Syed Farkahudin.

During the visit, the Chief Minister interacted with the affected families and assessed the extent of damage to homes, roads, and public infrastructure. He assured that all necessary steps would be taken to provide relief and assistance to those impacted by the floods.

Chief Minister visited Mehdi Kadal, Deva Colony, Ashagipora Bridge and other areas of the district to assess the damage.

Chief Minister directed the district administration to speed up restoration works on a priority basis and ensure that essential supplies reach the affected areas without delay.

Sources said that CM Omar Abdullah will now chair meeting with administrative officials of the district at Dak Banglow Anantnag to review the situation and may give directions for officials. (KNC)

Srinagar, Sep 06: Traffic is plying on Mughal Road and SSG road for light motor vehicles (LMVs), while the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) remains closed, officials said on Saturday morning.

A traffic official said that traffic is currently plying on Mughal Road and Srinagar-Sonamarg-Gumri (SSG) road but only for light motor vehicles (LMVs).

However, the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) remains closed for vehicular movement due to ongoing restoration work.

The official advised people not to undertake any journey on NH-44 until the restoration work is completed.

“Don’t pay heed to rumors. Please check the status of roads at Traffic Police Twitter handle, Facebook page, and TCUs before travelling,” the official said. (KNC)