Jahangir Sofi
Journalist at Freelance
Contributor at Newslaundry
Contributor at The Wire
Journalist at Rising Kashmir
Journalist formerly @Kashmirlife Works:@GReportIndia @Newslaundry,@thewire_in,@Article14live, @Mint_Lounge, @Thequint Retweets are not Endorsements
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1 week ago |
greaterkashmir.com | Jahangir Sofi
Srinagar, Jun 20: The University of Kashmir is set to witness a major boost in its sports infrastructure, with a Rs 16 crore proposal already in the pipeline for the upgradation of its main cricket ground. The ambitious project includes installation of floodlights, construction of pavilion and dugouts—aimed at transforming the facility into a state-of-the-art cricket arena.
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2 weeks ago |
greaterkashmir.com | Jahangir Sofi
Srinagar, Jun 11: On a quiet patch of land in Panditpora, Kupwara, where cows once grazed and the ground bore no sporting marks, Muzaffar Ahmad is building something extraordinary, a proper cricket turf. Not with bigger machines or any government funding—but with borrowed money, personal resolve, and an unshakeable belief that North Kashmir’s boys deserve better. “Building this turf is hard, demanding, and expensive.
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3 weeks ago |
greaterkashmir.com | Jahangir Sofi
Srinagar, Jun 4: On most days, the Eidgah ground in the heart of Srinagar’s old city should be echoing with the sound of footballs being kicked, excited cheers of children, and the rhythm of a community bound by sport. Instead, it lies mostly silent — not for the lack of passion, but because the field, riddled with puddles and pockmarked by potholes, has become virtually unplayable. The imagery is stark.
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3 weeks ago |
greaterkashmir.com | Jahangir Sofi
Srinagar, Jun 1: Intermittent but heavy rainfall spells washed out nearly all outdoor sporting activities across Kashmir last weekend, bringing a complete halt to the region’s cricketing and other sporting calendar. Across the length and breadth of Kashmir, dozens of local tournaments friendly matches, and fixtures of cricket, football and other sports were either cancelled or postponed due to waterlogged grounds and unplayable conditions. “This weekend was crucial for us.
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3 weeks ago |
greaterkashmir.com | Jahangir Sofi
Srinagar, May 31: Jammu & Kashmir Cricket Association’s (JKCA) cricket team kicked off their campaign in style at the 41st All India Uttarakhand Gold Cup Cricket Tournament 2025, registering a comprehensive 73-run win over Goa Cricket Association (DBGC) in the league stage match held at Ayush Cricket Academy Dehradun on Saturday. As per the JKCA officials, opting to bat first after being sent in, J&K posted an imposing 311/10 in their allotted 50 overs.
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