Irfan Yattoo

Jammu, Jammu and Kashmīr, Srinagar

Journalist @TheQuint @counterviewnet Former reporter at @thenewsnowjk https://t.co/pRiZvrWofy http://irfanyattoo.wordpress.

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MeT warns of heavy rain, snow spell in J&K from today onwards

1 week ago | risingkashmir.com | Irfan Yattoo

Srinagar, Apr 17: The Meteorological Department on Thursday issued a warning for heavy rain, snowfall, and thunderstorms in the Pirpanjal Range of Jammu division and higher reaches of Kashmir division from Friday onwards till 19 th April. The peak of the weather activity is expected on Saturday, officials said. Director MeT Srinagar, Dr Mukhtar Ahmad told Rising Kashmir that active western disturbance will impact Jammu and Kashmir and surrounding areas starting on April 18, 2025.
Security forces on high alert as terrorism threat persists in B'la: SSP

1 week ago | risingkashmir.com | Irfan Yattoo

Srinagar, April 17: The Jammu and Kashmir Police on Thursday stated that security forces remain on high alert in north Kashmir's Baramulla district due to the persistent threat of terrorism. Authorities have also intensified efforts to combat cross-border narcotics smuggling, with 100 families linked to the Line of Control (LoC) under surveillance and five facing property seizure for alleged involvement in smuggling activities.
Forces prepared to deal with evolving terror threat in Poonch: IGP Jmu

1 week ago | risingkashmir.com | Irfan Yattoo

Srinagar, Apr 17: Amid a surge in terrorist activity in the Pir Panjal region, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Jammu Zone, Bhim Singh Tuti on Thursday said that security forces have significantly enhanced their preparedness to deal with the evolving threat, especially in the border district of Poonch.
36 J&K cops deputed for Haj-2025 duty in Saudi Arabia

1 week ago | risingkashmir.com | Irfan Yattoo

Srinagar, Apr 16: The Jammu and Kashmir government has ordered the temporary deputation of 36 police personnel to the Consulate General of India (CGI), Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, to serve as Haj Officers and Haj Superintendents during Hajj-2025. The selection was made following recommendations from the Ministry of Minority Affairs, Government of India (Haj Division), and subsequent approvals from the J&K Police Headquarters and CID, J&K.
Kathua encounters expose shifting infiltration tactics in J&K: Police

1 week ago | risingkashmir.com | Irfan Yattoo

Srinagar, Apr 16: A string of high-stakes encounters in Kathua district has blown the lid off a renewed infiltration route used by terrorists crossing from Pakistan, exposing a sinister plot to unleash prolonged violence in the region, police on Wednesday said.
Sgr records 2nd highest temperature in Apr in past 78 years

1 week ago | risingkashmir.com | Irfan Yattoo

Srinagar, Apr 15: Several areas across Kashmir Valley including Srinagar city recorded a significant rise in maximum temperatures on Monday, with anomalies ranging from 8°C to 11°C above normal, according to the Meteorological Department. Director MeT, Srinagar, Dr Mukhtar Ahmad told Rising Kashmir that Srinagar recorded a maximum temperature of 30.4°C, the second-highest ever for the month of April.
Security heightened in Reasi, adjoining areas ahead of PM's visit

1 week ago | risingkashmir.com | Irfan Yattoo

Srinagar, Apr 13: Security arrangements have been heightened across Reasi district and its adjoining areas in preparation for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's scheduled visit on April 19, during which he is expected to formally inaugurate the ambitious Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) project - a landmark infrastructure initiative aimed at establishing all-weather rail connectivity between the Kashmir Valley and the rest of the country.
The Village of Poets

1 week ago | risingkashmir.com | Irfan Yattoo

Srinagar, April 12: Tilgam village in Baramulla district is widely known as the 'village of poets' across Kashmir Valley, as it has been home to dozens of acclaimed poets for generations. By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Army JCO killed along Akhnoor sector

1 week ago | risingkashmir.com | Irfan Yattoo

Srinagar, April 12: An Army Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) was killed in action during a fierce gunfight with infiltrating terrorists along the Line of Control (LoC) in Akhnoor sector of Jammu region, while security forces successfully thwarted the infiltration attempt, officials said. The encounter took place in the Keri-Battal area of the Sunderbani sub-sector on the night of April 11, when alert troops suspected movement near the LoC and swiftly launched a counter-infiltration operation.
Massive search operations underway to track terrorists in Udhampur forests

2 weeks ago | risingkashmir.com | Irfan Yattoo

Srinagar, April 10: Massive search operations are underway in the Marta village of Ramnagar, Udhampur, following Wednesday's encounter between security forces and terrorists. Security has been heightened across the region, with drone surveillance, aerial reconnaissance, and special forces deployed.