Auqib Salam

Jammu and Kashmīr

Correspondent at Greater Kashmir

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Eid-ul-Adha today

1 day ago | greaterkashmir.com | Auqib Salam

Srinagar, Jun 6: The holy festival of Eid-ul-Adha will be observed across Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday with religious enthusiasm and devotion. The day marks a significant occasion in the Islamic calendar, celebrated annually on the 10th day of Zul Hijjah, the concluding month of the Islamic lunar year. As a tradition, the largest Eid gathering in Kashmir is set to take place at the Hazratbal shrine on the banks of Dal Lake.
Roads leading to SKIMS Soura in shambles

5 days ago | greaterkashmir.com | Auqib Salam

Srinagar, Jun 2: Failure of authorities to repair dilapidated roads leading to SKIMS Soura is taking a heavy toll on commuters, including patients. Several commuters reported that the roads leading to SKIMS Soura are dotted with potholes, which hamper traffic flow and pose a risk of accidents. Roads in Hawal, Alamgari Bazar, Soura, Zoonimar, and the adjoining areas are in a state of disrepair, with road stretches collapsing in various spots.
Commuters suffer as authorities delay repairs of Pantha Chowk- Sempora road

6 days ago | greaterkashmir.com | Auqib Salam

Srinagar, Jun 1: Despite the passing of a long time, authorities have failed to undertake repairs of the dilapidated Pantha Chowk-Sempora stretch, causing immense inconvenience to commuters. The commuters said that for a long time, the dilapidated Pantha Chowk-Sempora road stretch has been left unattended, posing a risk of accidents. The commuters said that the bad condition of the road is also affecting the inter-district commute.
Defunct drainage system irks people in Srinagar

6 days ago | greaterkashmir.com | Auqib Salam

Srinagar, Jun 1: Recent incessant rains have exposed the defunct drainage system in the summer capital, with people calling for immediate measures to clear the blocked drains. Despite the construction of a new drainage system in various areas of the city, a lack of regular cleaning has choked major drains. Following the rains a few days ago, Regal Chowk, Maisuma, Hari Singh High Street, and MA Road were waterlogged.
Authorities sit on begging menace

6 days ago | greaterkashmir.com | Auqib Salam

Srinagar, Jun 1: Failure of authorities to take steps for preventing begging at public places is causing inconvenience to commuters. Several groups of people said that growing begging menace has assumed horrendous dimensions. They said beggars are present in public, private transport and other public places in city center. “We are unable to move around with ease.
From Mandis to Mobiles: Srinagar’s Sacrificial Animal Market Booms Ahead of Eid

1 week ago | greaterkashmir.com | Auqib Salam

Srinagar, May 31: With Eid Al-Adha drawing near, Srinagar is witnessing a surge in sacrificial animal sales — both in the city’s bustling traditional markets and across social media platforms. From sheep and goats to high-breed bulls priced in lakhs, the atmosphere in the summer capital is electric as the faithful prepare for one of Islam’s most significant festivals. At the heart of the city, traditional livestock markets like Eidgah and Hazratbal have become a hub of activity.
Female passengers demand regulation of e-bus service in Srinagar

1 week ago | greaterkashmir.com | Auqib Salam

Srinagar, May 30: Scores of female passengers of e-buses have demanded monitoring of the bus service, alleging that they are not allowed to board the special buses. They said that despite the government’s much-publicised free travel scheme for female commuters, many are alleging that they are being “deliberately left out”. The government rolled out an initiative earlier this year, allowing women to travel without paying a fare on all Smart City buses and JKRTC buses.
Historic Downtown markets losing footfall to traffic chaos, bottlenecks

1 week ago | greaterkashmir.com | Auqib Salam

Traders say that the area’s lack of proper road access, congested lanes, and absence of infrastructure for both private and public transport have turned the city’s once-thriving commercial heart into a struggling zone. Known for their historic charm and cultural significance, markets such as Bohri Kadal, Zaina Kadal, Maharaj Gunj, and SR Gunj are now battling a slow but visible erosion in customer footfall.
Lal Bazar residents resent construction of overhead water tank

2 weeks ago | greaterkashmir.com | Auqib Salam

Srinagar, May 20: The residents of New Colony Lal Bazar have decried the construction of overhead water tank in their area, saying it poses a threat to them. The aggrieved residents said that the construction of the structure can prove detrimental in case of a mishap to the existing power receiving station in their area. A delegation of locals said that the PHE Department is constructing an Overhead Water Tank in their area.
Overnight windstorm causes devastation in Srinagar

2 weeks ago | greaterkashmir.com | Auqib Salam

Srinagar, May 19: Overnight windstorm caused extensive damage to trees, rooftops and power lines in several areas of the summer capital. The damages were reported in Hazratbal, Rawalpora, Noor Bagh, Qamarwari, Nigeen, Nawab Bazar, Natipora, Qamarwari, Karan Nagar and Safa Kadal areas. Videos of many such incidents surfaced on social media in which people were seen in distress due to heavy damage to their properties. “Our house was damaged due to the winds.