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Flash floods damage water and power infrastructure in J&K's Rajouri, floodwater enters people's homes

Rajouri , July 29 : Recent flash floods in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district caused major damage to the local power and water infrastructure in the region, resulting in the entry of water into houses in the region, government officials said on Wednesday. According to Executive Engineer, Jal Shakti Department, Rajouri, Zulafqar Ali, water supply sources including dug wells, pump wells, and borewells suffered extensive damage due to the flash floods in the area. The Jal Shakti Department offici

29 Jul 2026 10:07 am
After winning polls, Srinagar MLAs forgot people: Bukhari

Srinagar, July 25: Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari on Saturday accused Srinagar MLAs of neglecting public issues, alleging that elected representatives had failed to fulfil promises made during the 2024 Assembly elections. Addressing a gathering at the party headquarters in Srinagar, organised to felicitate newly elected District President Srinagar Zaffar Habib, Bukhari said the citys residents were facing several challenges, including unemployment, poverty, inadequate housing a

26 Jul 2026 12:04 am
Rockstar helped me understand Kashmir, its people: Imtiaz Ali

Srinagar, Jul 23: Acclaimed filmmaker Imtiaz Ali enthralled a packed audience on the sixth day of the Chinar Book Festival on Thursday, offering rare insights into the creative, philosophical and spiritual influences that have shaped his life and some of Indian cinema's most celebrated films and songs. Reflecting on the role of spirituality in his personal and professional journey, Imtiaz said his upbringing played a defining role in shaping his worldview. My home was always filled with spiritua

24 Jul 2026 1:19 am
LG Expresses Grief After Poonch Landslide Kills Seven People, Assures Assistance

Jammu, July 20: Seven people lost their lives in a tragic landslide triggered by heavy rainfall in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha expressed profound grief over the loss of lives and extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor said, A tragic landslide caused by heavy rainfall in Poonch has resulted in the loss of seven precious lives. I express my deepest condolences to the bereaved families during this

20 Jul 2026 7:03 pm