Srinagar, Jul 8: Army Chief General Dhiraj Seth on Wednesday reviewed the prevailing security situation, operational preparedness, and combat readiness in the Kashmir valley.

Gen Singh visited the Srinagar-based 15 Corps, also called Chinar Corps, headquarters of the Army here and took a review of the situation.

“General Dhiraj Seth, COAS, visited HQ Chinar corps and its formations to review the prevailing security situation, operational preparedness and combat readiness along the Line of Control and in the hinterland,” the Additional Directorate General of Public Information (ADGPI) of the Indian Army said in a post on X.

It said the Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) was briefed on the operational deployments, counter-terrorism operations, inter-agency synergy, evolving operational dynamics and security arrangements for the ongoing annual Amarnath Yatra.

“He also reviewed the initiatives towards Tech Absorption, capability enhancement and integrated combat readiness across the full spectrum of operations,” the ADGPI said.

During the visit, the COAS commended all ranks for their exceptional professionalism and steadfast commitment under challenging conditions and appreciated their relentless efforts in maintaining peace and stability, the post added.

Srinagar, July 8: Four teachers in Ganderbal district have been placed under suspension with immediate effect for alleged dereliction of duty related to the ongoing Shri Amarnath Yatra, officials said.

According to an order issued by the Chief Education Officer (CEO), Ganderbal, the action was taken following a communication from the Nodal Officer, Transit Camp Manigam (Assistant Commissioner Revenue), Ganderbal.

The suspended teachers have been identified as Bilal Ahmad Sheikh of Haripora Kangan, Aabid Mohi-ud-Din Bhat of Manigam, Peer Mudasir of Wussan and Gowhar Rashid Kuloo of Gund.

The order states that the suspension was issued in response to a letter from the Nodal Officer dated July 7, 2026, and took effect immediately.

Copies of the order have been forwarded to the Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal, Director School Education Kashmir, Nodal Officer Transit Camp Manigam, the concerned Drawing and Disbursing Officer (DDO), and the officials concerned for information and necessary action.

The order does not specify the exact nature of the alleged misconduct or negligence that led to the suspension. However, officials said the action was taken in connection with duties assigned during the ongoing Amarnath Yatra arrangements at the Manigam Transit Camp.

Police described the operation as a major success, highlighting the role of technology in strengthening security arrangements for the annual pilgrimage.

Srinagar, July 07: Former Chairperson of District Development Council Baramulla and wife of PDP co-founder Muzaffar Hussain Baig, Safina Baig on Wednesday joined the National Conference at the party headquarters here.

Safina, who was accompanied by her supporters, joined the party in the presence of NC President Dr. Farooq Abdullah, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Minister for Rural Development Javid Ahmad Dar, senior leaders Ali Muhammad Sagar, Choudhary Muhammad Ramzan and others.

Safina’s joining is seen as a shot in the arm for the National Conference in Baramulla district, where the party won 6 out of 7 Assembly seats in the 2024 election.

Safina’s husband, Muzaffar Hussain Baig, who was one of the founders of the PDP, served as Deputy CM in the PDP-Congress coalition when Ghulam Nabi Azad headed the alliance.

Muzaffar Baig won the 2002 and 2008 Assembly elections from Baramulla and also the 2014 Lok Sabha election from Baramulla Parliamentary seat.—(KNO)

Kupwara, Jul 08: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of the Crime Branch J&K on Wednesday submitted a chargesheet before the Court of the Sub-Judge/Judicial Magistrate 1st Class, Kupwara, against a former Patwari for allegedly tampering with revenue records, officials said.

The accused, Leyaket Ali Khan, son of Mehboobullah Khan and a resident of Babapora Haihama in Kupwara, is presently posted as a Naib Tehsildar. He has been chargesheeted in FIR No. 33/2021 under Sections 167, 417, 466 and 468 of the RPC, they said.

An official spokesperson, in a press statement, said “The case pertains to a complaint alleging  manipulation of revenue records to transfer jointly owned ancestral land in Halqa Haihama/Gundi Sana in favour of the accused and his brother fraudulently.

Investigation established that the accused, while serving as Patwari, abused his official position by making false entries in Khasra Girdawari registers, replacing official record pages, and forging revenue documents to misrepresent ownership and possession of ancestral land. Although the alleged attempt to secure wrongful ownership was thwarted due to timely corrective action by the Revenue Department, the investigation found sufficient evidence establishing offences under Sections 167, 417, 466 and 468 RPC.”

 Accordingly, the chargesheet has been presented before the Hon’ble competent court for judicial adjudication, the statement added.

The general public has been advised to remain vigilant against economic fraudsters and report any such incidents to the SSP, EOW Kashmir, Crime Branch J&K. Victims of economic fraud may also submit their complaints via email at [email protected]

Srinagar, July 08: Three CRPF personnel deployed for the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra were injured after an unidentified vehicle hit them near the Taingan Bypass in the Nowgam area of Srinagar on Wednesday, officials said.

An official said that an unidentified vehicle hit three personnel of D Company, 148 Battalion CRPF at the Taingan Bypass in Srinagar’s Nowgam area.

He said the injured personnel were immediately shifted to Ujala Cygnus Hospital, Nowgam, where they are undergoing treatment. Their condition is stated to be stable. Their identities were not immediately available.

Police have taken cognisance of the incident and launched an investigation.—(KNO)