
Shafat Malik
Journalist at Rising Kashmir
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1 day ago |
risingkashmir.com | Shafat Malik
Srinagar, June 06: As most Kashmiris wake to the fragrance of festive dishes and the sound of Eid greetings, the ritual sacrifice of livestock begins, a solemn reminder of Prophet Ibra-him's unwavering faith. Eid ul-Adha, one of the most important Islamic festivals, is known as a time of celebration, sacrifice, and connection with faith and family. For most, it's a holiday, a break from work, a time to visit relatives, exchange gifts, and prepare elaborate meals.
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2 days ago |
risingkashmir.com | Shafat Malik
Srinagar, June 5: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said that the Vande Bharat train, which will be flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, is a major step forward and will benefit people across the UT. Speaking to reporters, Omar said he has been waiting for this train service since his school days. "I was in Class 7th when the project began. After a long wait, it's finally happening," he said.
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4 days ago |
risingkashmir.com | Shafat Malik
Srinagar, June 03: In a significant move to address the long-standing demands of Ladakh's people, the Government of India on Tuesday introduced new policies related to domicile status, employment quotas, and reservation in local governance for the Union Territory. According to several official notifications accessed by Rising Kashmir, the new regulations have come into immediate effect. Notably, 85 percent of all jobs in Ladakh will now be reserved exclusively for local residents.
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1 week ago |
risingkashmir.com | Shafat Malik
Srinagar, May 31: Amid growing speculation over his recent tweets, Member Parliament (MP), Srinagar, Agha Syed Ruhullah Mehdi on Saturday dismissed the "rumours" of his resignation from the National Conference (NC), saying he has always spoken openly, without hiding anything. "I don't keep anything secret. I don't say something inside a room and something else outside. I have never given a cryptic message. You can read the tweets you are asking about," he told reporters here.
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1 week ago |
risingkashmir.com | Shafat Malik
Srinagar, May 30: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Friday said that the Centre and Jammu and Kashmir government will soon draft a detailed roadmap to boost agriculture in the Union Territory to improve yields, reduce costs, and increase the cultivated area. Chouhan who is on a visit to J&K was speaking to reporters on the sidelines of farmers' convention under the 'Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan' in the border area of R S Pura.
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