Auqib Salam

Jammu and Kashmīr

Correspondent at Greater Kashmir

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Ceasefire Announcement: Life crawls back to normal in Srinagar

4 days ago | greaterkashmir.com | Auqib Salam

Srinagar, May 11: After nearly a week of heightened military tensions that had brought the summer capital to a standstill, life in Srinagar is gradually returning to normal following Saturday’s mutual ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan. The announcement has brought visible relief to residents who had spent days in fear and uncertainty since tensions escalated dramatically on Wednesday after India’s Operation Sindoor and subsequent cross-border hostilities.
Srinagar residents hope Ceasefire will bring long-lasting peace

5 days ago | greaterkashmir.com | Auqib Salam

Srinagar, May 10: The tense silence that had enveloped Kashmir’s summer capital for days finally broke Saturday evening—not with another explosion, but with news that brought collective relief to its anxious residents: India and Pakistan had agreed to an immediate ceasefire. The announcement came as a desperately needed respite for Srinagarites who had endured escalating tensions, particularly during the fear-filled evenings of Friday and Saturday.
Normal life remains affected in Srinagar

6 days ago | greaterkashmir.com | Auqib Salam

Srinagar, May 9: Amid tension on Line of Control, normal life remained affected in various areas of Srinagar with schools shut and thin traffic on roads. Following Friday prayers, large people offered prayers at Dargah Hazratbale, and others places. Locals prayed for peace and safety amid the cross-border tensions. “Wars only bring destruction. Today, we pray for the peace and prosperity of Kashmir and the whole world.
Amid LoC escalation, panic buying peaks in Srinagar

1 week ago | greaterkashmir.com | Auqib Salam

Amid the LoC flare-up, uncertainty looms large in Srinagar. On day two of the escalation, Srinagarites continued with panic buying, fearing more escalation. Since the people woke up to the operation by India and cross-LOC shelling on Wednesday, there have been long queues at petrol pumps, banks, and other places. On Thursday, people continued with the panic buying of essentials, including groceries and other food items. “We Kashmiris are known to prepare for the worst.
LoC flare up triggers panic in Srinagar

1 week ago | greaterkashmir.com | Auqib Salam

Srinagar, May 7: Flaring up of situation on the LoC triggered massive panic in the summer capital with most of the people resorting to panic buying. When Srinagarites woke up to the news of strikes by Indian Air Force in Pakistan, panic gripped in Srinagar city and its outskirts amid the fear of escalation.
‘Religious scholars, civil society must play role in providing moral education to youth’

1 week ago | greaterkashmir.com | Auqib Salam

Srinagar, May 6: In the aftermath of murder of a nomadic woman in Nishat area, the Grand Mufti of Kashmir, Nasir-ul-Islam blamed drugs and alcohol for moral degradation of the society. Addressing a press conference, the Grand Mufti pointed out that the rise in drug abuse and alcohol consumption is linked to such crimes. “This heinous act has brought shame to everyone, and the whole of Kashmir is in shock.
Dilapidated roads give tough time to commuters in Srinagar

1 week ago | greaterkashmir.com | Auqib Salam

Srinagar, May 5: Dilapidated roads in several areas of the summer capital are causing commuters to suffer, even as authorities have failed to repair major roads. The locals said that despite massive development work under the Srinagar Smart City, the roads in various areas are in shambles. They said that even as the weather has improved, authorities have failed to undertake road repairs.
Windstorm hits Srinagar

1 week ago | greaterkashmir.com | Auqib Salam

Srinagar, May 2: A windstorm amid rains disrupted normal life in the summer capital and damaged trees in various areas on Friday evening. A person was rescued, while another is still missing, after a boat capsized amid gusty winds in Dal Lake. According to River Police officials, the incident occurred near Foreshore Road. “There were two small boats that capsized, while four persons were rescued, one went missing. Teams from the Police, SDRF, and River police are on the job.
Srinagar without designated vending zones

2 weeks ago | greaterkashmir.com | Auqib Salam

Srinagar, Apr 30: Lack of designated vending zones is giving free hand to street vendors to encroach upon roads and footpaths in the summer capital–hampering vehicular movement. “All major spots and roads have been encroached upon by the vendors in Srinagar. It is like navigating a puzzle while commuting. The traffic jams are a result of the lack of proper vending zones,” said Arshid Ahmad, a commuter.
Parking Nightmare Drives Customers Away from Srinagar Markets

2 weeks ago | greaterkashmir.com | Auqib Salam

Srinagar, Apr 29: Inadequate parking infrastructure across Srinagar’s commercial hubs—including City Centre, Downtown, and other key markets—is severely impacting the local trade community. Merchants report that increasing vehicle numbers throughout Srinagar and neighboring districts are overwhelming the already limited parking facilities, resulting in substantial business losses.