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Kashmiri businessman Watali’s properties used for terror funding: NIA attaches case

As per the report, officials said lands were seized in the morning on June 12 by a team of NIA at Baghatpora in Handwara tehsil of north Kashmir’s Kupwara district.

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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) attached three immovable properties of Kashmiri businessman Zahoor Ahmad Shah Watali in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kupwara district on June 12, in a terror funding case.

As per the report, officials said lands were seized in the morning on June 12 by a team of NIA at Baghatpora in Handwara tehsil of north Kashmir’s Kupwara district. The NIA put out a notice of attachment near the land and informing people not to enter into any kind of deal on the attached properties.

In May, the NIA had attached Watali’s house in the posh Baghat area of Srinagar following the orders by the special NIA court, Patiala House, New Delhi
Watali was arrested by the team of NIA in 2017 in an alleged connection with terror, later he was moved out of jail on the medical grounds and put under house arrest to facilitate treatment for a terminal disease in last year February.

Earlier, Supreme Court ruled out the Delhi High Court order in which Watali was granted bail. The Supreme Court found that an ample of material has been collected which shows the linkages between the Hurriyat leaders of the Jammu and Kashmir and terrorist organisations and their continuous activities to wage war against Government of India.

Watali was earlier arrested on the suspicion of acting as a channel for the illegal remittance of funds to secessionists, terrorists and stone-pelters in 1990. He was taken into custody along with JKLF chief Yasin Malik and others when some anti-national activists were found at his house in Baghat, Srinagar and was jailed for eight months in Jammu.

The recent action taken by the NIA in attaching his properties serves as another significant development in the ongoing investigation into the terror-funding case.

Last year in May, a trial court framed charges against Watali and other individuals involved in a case of terrorism and secessionist activities in Jammu and Kashmir in 2017.  Zahoor Ahmad Shah Watali was arrested by the NIA in 2017 and was charged under various sections of the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act.

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JK Police constable result 2025 out: Direct link here

Steps to Check the JK Police Constable Result 2024:

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The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has officially announced the results for the JK Police Constable exam for 2025. Candidates who participated in the written examination can now view their results on the official website, jkssb.nic.in.

The written examination for the JK Police Constable position was held on December 1, 8, and 22, 2024, at designated centers across Jammu and Kashmir to facilitate smooth participation for all candidates.

Conducted offline in an OMR-based format, the exam consisted of 100 multiple-choice questions designed to assess candidates’ general knowledge, aptitude, and job-specific skills required for the Constable role. Each correct answer was awarded 1 mark, while incorrect answers were penalized with a deduction of 0.25 marks due to negative marking. Candidates had a total of 2 hours to complete the examination, which was conducted in English.

Steps to Check the JK Police Constable Result 2024:

To access their results, candidates can follow these steps:

  1. Visit the official JKSSB website at jkssb.nic.in.
  2. Go to the “Quick Links” section on the homepage and click on the “Results” tab.
  3. Find and click on the link labeled “JK Police Constable Result 2024.”
  4. Enter your roll number and date of birth as prompted.
  5. View and download your result. It is advisable to print a copy for future reference.

Direct Link: https://jkssb.nic.in/Pdf/Result_Constable_15012025.pdf

Candidates who pass the written examination will advance to the next stages, bringing them closer to their goal of becoming Police Constables in Jammu and Kashmir.

JKSSB Police Constable Merit List 2024

The Merit List will feature the roll numbers of candidates who have successfully qualified for the Physical Test. Candidates who achieve the necessary marks will be ranked according to merit. The Merit List PDF will be available for download on the official website once the results are released.

JKSSB Police Constable Cut-Off Marks 2024

The Cut-Off Marks for the JK Police Constable Exam 2024 will be announced alongside the results. For reference, the expected Cut-Off Marks for the General Category are likely to range between 72 and 78 out of 100.

Important Points to Remember

  • The selection process comprises three stages: Written Examination, Physical Test, and Document Verification.
  • Only candidates who meet the minimum Cut-Off Marks will qualify for the Physical Test.
  • The JK Police Constable Result 2024 will be published in the form of a Merit List on the official JKSSB website.

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Jammu & Kashmir: Railways introduces Vande Bharat, tailored for winter conditions in UT, for Katra-Srinagar route

By establishing a more effective connection between the Kashmir Valley and the national railway network, the train symbolizes India’s commitment to reducing geographical and economic disparities, according to a press statement from the Railways.

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The Railway Board has introduced a Vande Bharat Express train specifically designed to tackle the harsh winter conditions of Jammu & Kashmir, intended for the forthcoming Katra-Srinagar rail route. This route is currently undergoing inspection by the Commissioner of Railway Safety, according to officials.

Housed at the Shakurbasti coaching depot in New Delhi, the train boasts specialized climate-related features, as reported by the Railways. Railway officials detailed these features during a press briefing, noting that this train includes several enhancements compared to the other 136 Vande Bharat Express trains operating across the country, allowing it to effectively address the operational challenges and passenger comfort during extreme weather conditions in Jammu & Kashmir.

Dileep Kumar, Executive Director (Information & Publicity) of the Railway Board, explained, “It is equipped with advanced heating systems that prevent the freezing of the water tank and bio-toilet tanks, provide warm air for the vacuum system and laboratories, and ensure the air-brake system operates efficiently even in sub-zero temperatures.” He also mentioned that the train features embedded heating elements in the windshield to automatically defrost the driver’s front lookout glass, ensuring clear visibility in severe winter conditions.

In addition to these climate adaptations, the train maintains all the amenities found in existing Vande Bharat trains, including fully air-conditioned coaches, automatic plug doors, and mobile charging sockets. By establishing a more effective connection between the Kashmir Valley and the national railway network, the train symbolizes India’s commitment to reducing geographical and economic disparities, according to a press statement from the Railways.

On January 6, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah addressed concerns about potential negative impacts in Jammu following the upcoming launch of direct rail services between Kashmir and the rest of the country. He assured that his government would work to ensure that the region reaps significant benefits from the long-awaited project.

Speaking at an event in Jammu connected to the virtual inauguration of the Jammu railway division by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Abdullah remarked on the positive news of the trial train’s arrival from Srinagar to Katra, expressing hope for the imminent inauguration by the Prime Minister.

However, he acknowledged some apprehensions among the locals regarding the rail service, particularly in Jammu. He noted, “It is often said that when the rail service reached Jammu from Pathankot (Punjab), conditions in Pathankot became somewhat challenging. Similarly, there are concerns in some areas that if trains start operating directly from Jammu to Kashmir, the situation in Jammu could mirror what happened in Pathankot.”

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Jammu & Kashmir: Bullet-riddled body of Bihar labourer found in Shopian

The body has been taken to a hospital for medico-legal formalities, and an investigation has been initiated.

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A bullet-riddled body of a labourer from Bihar’s Banka district was recovered in Jammu and Kashmir’s Shopian district on Friday.

The body was found in the Wachi area of Zainapora in the south Kashmir district. The laborer, identified as Ashok Chauhan, was living in the Sangam area of Anantnag.

Locals discovered the body and reported it to the police. The police arrived at the scene, assessed the situation, and then took the deceased’s body to the hospital for post-mortem examination.

According to one of Chauhan’s colleagues, they left their rented room at 7 a.m., and he was with them for about an hour. Chauhan received a phone call while they were harvesting corn and informed them that he was going somewhere.

After he didn’t return for some time, they went to look for him. When they called his phone, it kept ringing with no answer, and they later found his body.

“He got a phone call while we were harvesting corn. He told us that he is going somewhere. When he did not return for sometime, we went to look for him. We called his number which kept ringing, but there was no answer. Then we found his body,” the colleague told PTI.

The body has been taken to a hospital for medico-legal formalities, and an investigation has been initiated.

In December 2023, the Indian Army ordered a thorough internal investigation into the deaths of three civilians in the Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir after allegations that they died in its custody. 

The three civilians were allegedly picked up by the Army for questioning in the wake of the killing of four Army Jawans in an ambush by unidentified terrorists in Poonch on December 21. The aforesaid civilians, aged between 27 and 42, were found dead on December 22.

Following their death, their relatives and political leaders alleged that the three died due to custodial torture as they were among the eight people picked up by the Army for interrogation.

A few days after the incident, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met the Indian Army in Poonch. The Defence Minister had said that the Army must not just win the nation but also the hearts of the people.

Singh emphasised that the Army not only has to save the nation from enemies but also has the responsibility to win the hearts of people. He asked the Army to ensure that such things as civilian killings don’t happen again. He added that there should be an end to terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. He also asked the army to move forward with the commitment to stamp out terrorism. 

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