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Kashmir University failed to convene Board of Research studies of Ph.D (Law) batch 2018, lingering from 3 years

Aqib-ul Ahad — Mon, 22 Nov 2021 19:18:34 +0000

Srinagar : The PHD students of batch-2018 are in anger as University failed to convene Board of Research Studies. According to Scholars on 18/11/2018 Office of the Directorate of Admissions and Competitive Exams, University of Kashmir conducted integrated PhD Entrance Examination (Law) -2018. The Selected candidates appeared before Departmental Research Committee (DRC) for submission of one page synopsis and interaction with DRC members on 24/12/2018. Subsequently the Scholars joined from 01/02/2019 in the department, attended the classes of six month course work and also completed the formalities of admission like submission of fees, forms, affidavits etc. The examination of the said course-work was conducted from 28th December 2019 to 04 Jan. 2020, the result of which was declared on 03/03/2020. The second year of residence period in the School of Law, commenced with daily attendance in the office/chamber of Dean and Head w.e.f. 01/02/2020.
The Scholars also submitted 20 copies of synopsis in the office of the Dean, in response to the notice issued vide dated 16/12/2019 and dated 18/2/2020 by department of Law, University of Kashmir.
The Department Research Committee was convened on 3rd October, 2020, in which DRC members recommended changes in the synopsis of the scholars to be submitted in revised manner by or before 9th Oct. 2020.
“Since the time of admission in the Course, the required residence period has exhausted and now we are at the verge of completion of three years” the scholars added. It is pertinent to mention till date Board of Research Studies for PhD Batch -2018 has not been convened by Department of Dean Research and Law Department, University of Kashmir. The University of Kashmir Statutes 2017 provides for BORS shall preferably met twice a year depending upon the business available. The scholars add that further research work is at halt due to non-fulfillment of BORS. In these three years since 2019 january the law dept of University as usual conducted other routine business like classes of LLB, BA. LLB, LLM as well as their examinations despite covid 19 and other reasons, but are step motherly treating the PhD Law batch 2018.The researchers requested university’s Vice-Chancellor to convene the meeting of BORS for the PhD(law) Batch 2018 as early as possible through Online mode or offline mode whichever is feasible so that the scholars may be able to complete their phd. The scholars are put to mental stress with this unnecessary delay on part of Dean Research and Law Department of University of Kashmir.

Kashmir University failed to convene Board of Research studies of PhD (Law) batch 2018, lingering from three years.

Aqib-ul Ahad — Mon, 22 Nov 2021 11:47:34 +0000

Srinagar/ Nov,22: The PHD students of batch-2018 are in anger as University failed to convene Board of Research Studies. According to Scholars on 18/11/2018 Office of the Directorate of Admissions and Competitive Exams, University of Kashmir conducted integrated PhD Entrance Examination (Law) -2018. The Selected candidates appeared before Departmental Research Committee (DRC) for submission of one page synopsis and interaction with DRC members on 24/12/2018. Subsequently the Scholars joined from 01/02/2019 in the department, attended the classes of six month course work and also completed the formalities of admission like submission of fees, forms, affidavits etc. The examination of the said course-work was conducted from 28th December 2019 to 04 Jan. 2020, the result of which was declared on 03/03/2020. The second year of residence period in the School of Law, commenced with daily attendance in the office/chamber of Dean and Head w.e.f. 01/02/2020.

The Scholars also submitted 20 copies of synopsis in the office of the Dean, in response to the notice issued vide dated 16/12/2019 and dated 18/2/2020 by department of Law, University of Kashmir.

The Department Research Committee was convened on 3rd October, 2020, in which DRC members recommended changes in the synopsis of the scholars to be submitted in revised manner by or before 9th Oct. 2020.

“Since the time of admission in the Course, the required residence period has exhausted and now we are at the verge of completion of three years” the scholars added. It is pertinent to mention till date Board of Research Studies for PhD Batch -2018 has not been convened by Department of Dean Research and Law Department, University of Kashmir. The University of Kashmir Statutes 2017 provides for BORS shall preferably met twice a year depending upon the business available. The scholars add that further research work is at halt due to non-fulfillment of BORS. In these three years since 2019 january the law dept of University as usual conducted other routine business like classes of LLB, BA. LLB, LLM as well as their examinations despite covid 19 and other reasons, but are step motherly treating the PhD Law batch 2018.The researchers requested university’s Vice-Chancellor to convene the meeting of BORS for the PhD(law) Batch 2018 as early as possible through Online mode or offline mode whichever is feasible so that the scholars may be able to complete their phd. The scholars are put to mental stress with this unnecessary delay on part of Dean Research and Law Department of University of Kashmir.

Judicial Magistrate Kangan Ganderbal reject bail plea of a man accused of blackmailing a female tourist

Aqib-ul Ahad — Mon, 02 Aug 2021 04:26:16 +0000

Ganderbal/Aug, 2: The court of Judicial Magistrate Kangan has rejected a bail plea of a man accused of blackmailing a female tourist, morphing her photographs and threatening to post them on the internet.

After hearing both sides, the Court of Judicial Magistrate, Kangan, Kartar Singh observed that prima facie allegations leveled against the accused were well founded and the custodial interrogation of the accused was needed.

The court said that the victim had hired the accused as a photographer and was in a fiduciary relationship. It said that the accused was alleged to have sent on WhatsApp an objectionable picture of the wife of the complainant after doctoring it by digitally manipulating and morphing with cropping the face of the victim on the objectionable picture.

Thereafter, the accused is stated to have sent the morphed picture to the complainant, blackmailed him and threatened that he would put the picture on objectionable websites and social media.

The court said it was aimed to cause injury to the complaint and his wife and the accused demanded money for not doing it. It said that it had come on record that Police had seized some mobile phones from the accused but soon before his arrest, he had deleted the data from his mobile.

However, Police are not sure whether the accused has transferred the data to other storage or not as the data is yet to be collected and tracked by the FSL expert.

It said that in the given narration of facts, the accused was involved in grave and serious offence. The threat of someone’s objectionable picture becoming viral leaves one with the feeling of being scared, unsafe and worried about what will happen next.

The court said that the person who was hired as the photographer by the tourists had certainly broken the trust of the complainant and his family and it would give the wrong impression to other tourists interested to come to Kashmir.

It observed that the accused also shared the objectionable picture to his one local friend who appeared before the magistrate to record his presence and supported the prosecution version. Hence the bail application of the accused is rejected.

Extravagance Delays Marriages In Kashmir valley

Aqib Ul Ahad Wani — Mon, 05 Jul 2021 20:52:13 +0000

Most preferable term for marriage is NIKKAH, which means the joining of two hearts, and two different families via Nikkah. Nikkah was first celebrated in heavens, the Nikkah of our Father Adam and our Mother Hawwa. Seen from the religious angle, Muslim marriage is an ibadaat (devotional act). The Prophet (SAW) is reported to have said that it Is essential for every physically fit Muslim to enter into marriage, the only condition being that he should be capable to afford it. And the well known saying attributed to the prophet, “there is no mockery in Islam” expresses his attitude towards celibacy briefly but adequately. Marriage is an institution which leads to the upliftment of man and is a means for continuance of the human race. Spouses are strictly enjoined to honour and love each other. It is also reported by some of the writers that Prophet (SAW) has said that marriage is equal to Jehad (Holy-war), it is sinful not to contract a marrriage, it is Sunnah, And it is obligatory on those who are physically fit provided if the person can afford it. Moreover, the following traditions may also be taken into consideration. There are three persons whom the Almighty himself has undertaken to help. First, he who seeks his freedom; second, he who marries with a view to secure his chastity, and third, he who fights in the cause of God. He who marries, complete half of his religion, it is now rests with him to complete the other half by leading a virtuous life in constant fear of god. Whosoever marries a woman in order that he may retain his eyes God puteth a blessedness in her for him, and in him for her. Unfortunately, marriage has become a very big issue today. If someone thinks about marriage they immediately think of all the stress, hassles and responsibilities. IN recent years, there have been so many innovatory customs that have associated with Muslim Marriages in Kashmir (Indian Administered Kashmir).Mehandi, Ring Ceremony, Cake Ceremony, engagement ceremony in hotels, Baraat with 200 Men, Phir saal, Wazawan with 35 dishes, Staging of Bride & Groom Professional Singers and Dancers, Illumination The Prophet (SAW) said, “The Best Nikah is the one with least Expenses “thousands of marriages are pending in Kashmir. The students of various Universities had been involved in some research work regarding the late marriage phenomenon in the valley. Most of the marriages are pending because they fall in the ‘Non Affordable’ category according to the standards set by the Kashmiri society. There are numerous contributory causes of late marriage. Few among them are Dowry, extravagance, unemployment and settlement outside of native places. Requesting a high amount of Mahr is also cause of delaying marriage. There is no doubt that extravagance in dowries is one of the major causes of marriage delay and failure of many youth to have a wife, which considerably affects the issue of matrimony. Truly, the delay of marriage for youth causes many problems. So, it is obligatory to give much care to this issue. Hence, a person should carefully avoid boasting or being ostentatious in demanding dowries, giving banquets, etc., because boasting and ostentation in such matters harm everyone and cause many problems. My advice to all Muslims is to make such things easy and to reduce its expenses as much as possible, and also to reduce the expenses of Walimahs (wedding banquets) and not to lavishly spend on it. For, though people now enjoy welfare, still it is difficult for people to prepare such banquets. Therefore, dear brother do not hold a large Walimah, but rather limit it to moderate things which suffice in observing the Sunnah, without exerting yourself or bothering others, who are in no need to attend the ceremony. Thus, if a person slaughters one, two or three animals for the wedding banquet, it will be sufficient and rewarding. Likewise, this applies in womanly issues and things related to marriage declaration, invitation of many women, announcing marriage through loudspeakers and staying up all night long. For these things lead to manifest evil and serious corruption. So, frugality involves great benefit, and it involves facilitating marriage, getting many youth married, increasing birthrates and enhancing benefits. Perhaps the state might be guided to something that entails great benefit for the Ummah through increasing marriages and eliminating adultery by instructing people to assume frugality as regards dowries and to avoid excessiveness. We ask Allah to guide the government, Muslim rulers, scholars as well as all common Muslims to things which benefit them and their society and which avail the poor and weak among them. We also ask Allah to guide all the people to things which involve their good and their salvation and to help in this life and in the Afterlife. Dowry is oldest social evil that is still prevailing in both subtle and obvious ways and is a well-established reason of late marriages.
As per fresh reports, 15 dowry related deaths were reported in the last 3 years in Kashmir. This evil has impeded the poor parents to think about marrying off their girls. Extravagance in marriages is another factor that contributes to late marriages. Kashmir witnessed the new reprehensible trend of serving dishes beyond limits in wedding feasts; even currency notes of the high denomination were presented to guests. Others have to follow such trends compulsively to evade disgrace. But the poor families fail to withstand this pressure and find it difficult to get their daughters married. Unemployment also influences marriages. To live the life of prosperity is the aim of everyone which is not possible without employment. So, before thinking of marriage, getting a job (especially government job) becomes the first priority of every man. Employment being financial security, women also prefer government employed spouse. Nevertheless, unavailability of government jobs makes most of the youth including girls to wait till they cross marriageable age. Youth who are in colleges and universities date with different girls every week, to commit sin, yet they don’t want to get married because marriage has become such a big hassle. The reality is, marriage is very simple. Due to our traditions, culture, and customs, marriages have become costly and adultery has become cheap. Parents are more responsible towards the late marriage menace, their choice is that, their children should get a healthy job and high salary in order to get married. Unfortunately, the children cross all limits while reaching their parental expectations. Unemployment has forced many young men to migrate to other states and countries to have economic prosperity. Mostly they choose their partner there and settle forever. To resolve this grave issue, one and all have to come forward for the elimination of above-mentioned problems. Anti-dowry laws should be stricter that can help to contain the problem. Wealthy families should abstain from lavishly staged marriage ceremonies and prefer its solemnization in an austere way. They need to think of lower-classes who get suffered by their undesirable ostentation. Unemployment is a major concern and is rising. Either we have to delink marriage from employment or there is no solution other than government’s active role to put an end to favoritism and nepotism. The latter would not only generate competitiveness among youth but would help to check the problem of unemployment thence late marriage. Lastly, apart from choosing simpler ways of making marriages, giving preferences to local girls for the union is the responsibility of every young man. We as Muslims need to remember “Nikah” has been made easy. By complicating and making it difficult we are giving space to evils for which we would be held accountable on the resurrection day.
(The Author is LLM Scholar at Central University of Punjab Bathinda. Opinions expressed are solely his own)
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HC quashs RTO Kashmir’s circular for re-registration of non J&K vehicles

Aqib-ul Ahad — Thu, 29 Apr 2021 08:46:23 +0000

Srinagar/April, 29: The Jammu Kashmir High Court Thursday quashed a circular issued by Regional Transport Officer, (RTO) Kashmir for re-registration of vehicles purchased outside Jammu and Kashmir .

The court while disposing off the petitions remarked that the impugned circular to the extent of asking the petitioners to have their vehicles registered for assignment of new registration mark with the respondent department without their declaration in tune with the mandate of Rule 54 of Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989 and without providing any mechanism, is quashed.

The division bench of Justices, Ali Mohammad Magrey and Vinod Chatterji Koul directed the respondents to have the compliance of Section 47 of the Act, read with Rule 54 of Central Motor Vehicles undertaken for assignment of new registration mark of the vehicles.

In a 28 page judgement, the court held that they leave it open for the respondents to screen, scrutinize, verify, validity and genuineness of documents of any vehicle entering in J&K from outside, having outside registration.

The bench held that the impugned circular issued by RTO Kashmir is unnecessary, as being without authority to the extent of warning the genuine owners of the vehicles having outside registration and making entry in J&K, for their assignment of new registration mark compulsory is contrary to Rule 54 of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989.

“Therefore, we are inclined to quash the said circular, but while doing so we do not by any stretch of imagination take away the powers of the Central government or government of J&K to deal with the eventuality of screening, scrutinizing, verifying the validity, genuineness of documents of a vehicle, having outside registration and making entry in J&K.

On March 27, this year, RTO Kashmir had issued a circular for re-registration of vehicles purchased outside JK.

The circular has made it mandatory for owners who have purchased vehicles bearing outside J&K Registration Numbers to apply for a new Registration Mark as per the provisions of Section 47/50 of Motor Vehicle Act 1988 and Rule 54 of Central Motor Vehicle Rules 1989 within a period of 15 days failing which, it said, action as warranted would be initiated against them.

The petitions filed by Zahoor Ahmad Bhat and Irshad Hussain Munshi challenged the circular and sought to quash the circular for being in contravention of Section 47 of Motor Vehicles Act 1988.

“A perusal of Section 47 would reveal that the jurisdiction for assigning a new registration mark on a vehicle is within the jurisdiction of the Central Government,” it stated.

The petitioners had sought a direction to the government to adhere to the Act in respect of the assignment of new registration mark to the vehicles bought from outside J&K.

Imam Ahmad Raza: A Versatile Personality

Aqib-ul Ahad — Thu, 15 Apr 2021 20:01:06 +0000

Introduction : The aim of this short article is to inform about how the Mujaddid of the 14th Century, Imam Ahmed Raza Khan inspired us and showed us what true Love for the Prophet (sallAllahu alaihi wa sallam) is. Hence, this article will explore through the works and sayings of the great Imam, which give us a mere glimpse of his Ishq (Love) for our Master (peace and salutations be upon Him). If it wasn’t for this great personality, we would probably be amongst those deviants (Allah Forbid!) who love to sing the song of “Shirk” and “Bid’ah” to those, whose hearts are drowned in love for the Best of Mankind (peace and salutations be upon Him). Who was Imam Ahmed Raza Khan? Al-hamdu li-Allah, every Sunni Muslim from the Indian subcontinent will know of this Great Wali (Friend) of Allah, due to his immense service in propagating the message of Islam, and defending the beliefs of the Ahlus Sunnah wal Jamaa’ah especially when they came under attack from heretics, disguised in the form of “Muslims”. Imam Ahmed Raza Khan was born on a Monday, the 10th of Shawal 1272 A.H (14th June 1856), at the time of Zuhr Namaz in a place called Jasoli, which is in the city of Barelvi Sharif, India. A few days before the birth of Imam Ahmed Raza Khan, his father, Allamah Mawlana Naqi Ali Khan, had a wonderful dream. He immediately disclosed this dream to his father, Allamah Mawlana Raza Ali Khan, who interpreted this dream by saying, “This is a sign that you are going to be the father of a child, a boy, who will grow up to be pious and knowledgeable. His name will gain prominence from East to West.” This was the good news that was given to Allamah Mawlana Naqi Ali Khan concerning the birth of none other than the ‘Emerald from amongst the Treasures of Almighty Allah’, the ‘Sweet-scented Rose from the fragrant Garden of the Holy Prophet (s.a.w)’, the great Imam Ahmed Raza Khan.
His Blessed Name: The name that was given to him at birth was the beautiful name of Mohammed. The name corresponding to that was Al Mukhtar. His grandfather, a great Scholar of the Ahle Sunnat wal Jamaat, Allamah Mawlana Raza Ali Khan, also gave the young child the beautiful name of Ahmed Raza. It was by this name that he was & still is famously known. Much later in his life, Ala Hazrat added the title of Abdul Mustafa to his name, signifying his great love and respect for Sayyiduna Rasulallah (s.a.w).
Imam Ahmed Raza’s Piety as a Child : Ala Hazrat was a child of 4 years when the following incident took place. On this particular day, he was dressed in a long Kurta (shirt). As he stepped out of his house, a few female prostitutes walked past him. In order to cover his eyes, Ala Hazrat quickly held the bottom of his Kurta with both his hands and lifted the Kurta over his face. When one of the prostitutes saw what he did, she said, “Well! Young man, you covered your eyes, but allowed your Satr to be shown.” With his face and eyes still covered, the young Ala Hazrat replied, “When the eyes are tempted, then the heart becomes tempted. When the heart is tempted, then the concealed parts become tempted.” So shocked and affected was this woman on hearing such a reply from a child that she lost consciousness. Another incident, which happened in the Month of Ramadan, also shows Ala Hazrat’s piety and fear of Allah. It should be known that for a little child to keep fast in India during the summer season is very difficult. The average temperature on a summer’s day rises to approximately 50 degrees Celsius. Fasting was not Farz (obligatory) upon him because he was still a child, but on this day he intended to keep fast. The heat of the sun that day was intense. Hazrat Allamah Naqi Ali Khan took his young son, Ala Hazrat (R.A), into a room where sweets were kept. He closed the door and said, “There, eat the sweets.” Ala Hazrat replied that he was fasting. His father then said, “The fasting of children is always like this. The door is closed and no one is looking. Now you may eat.” On hearing this, the young Ala Hazrat respectfully said, “Through Whose command I am fasting, He is seeing me.” On hearing this answer from a small child, tears began to flow from the eyes of Hazrat Allamah Naqi Ali Khan (R.A). He then left the room with Ala Hazrat (R.A).
Imam Ahmed Raza’s First Lecture: Sayyiduna Ala Hazrat delivered his first lecture at the age of 6 years. It was during the glorious month of Rabiul Awwal. Ala Hazrat stood on the Mimbar (Pulpit) and delivered the lecture before a very large gathering, which also consisted of various Ulema. His lecture lasted for approximately 2 hours. Ala Hazrat spoke on the Wilaadat (birth) of Sayyiduna Rasulallah (s.a.w). He brightened the hearts of the listeners with the love of Sayyiduna Rasulallah (s.a.w). The people listening were thoroughly impressed by the maturity and eloquence of this lecture, which was being delivered by a 6 year old child! His Intelligence As A Child Ala Hazrat was so gifted and intelligent that there was no need for him to study beyond the fourth Kitaab of his course under the tutorship of any of his teachers. He studied the remaining Kitaabs by himself and used to later ask his teachers to test him. Once, his teacher asked him, “Mia! Are you a Jinn or a human being? It takes me much time to teach a lesson, but it does not take you much time to learn the same lesson.” Ala Hazrat answered, “Praise be to Allah that I am a human.” Astonishing Events Of Childhood: At the age of 3, Ala Hazrat was once standing outside the Raza Masjid in Barelvi Sharif. An unknown person, attired in an Arabian garb, approached him and spoke to him in the Arabic language. Those who were present and witnessed this incident heard the young Ala Hazrat converse with the person in pure Arabic. They were surprised. The person who spoke to Ala Hazrat was never seen again in Barelvi Sharif!A Majzoob (one who is drowned in his love for Almighty Allah), by the name of Hazrat Basheeruddin Sahib, used to live at the Akhoon Zada Masjid in Barelvi Sharif. He spoke harshly to anyone who visited him. Ala Hazrat wished to meet this Majzoob. One night, at about 11 o’clock, he set off alone to meet him. He sat respectfully for about 15 minutes outside the Majzoob’s house. After some time, the Majzoob became aware of him and asked, “Who are you to Mawlana Raza Ali Khan (R.A).” Ala Hazrat replied that he was the grandson of Hazrat Raza Ali Khan (R.A). The Majzoob immediately embraced him and took him into his little room. He asked Ala Hazrat if he had come for any specific matter, but Ala Hazrat said that he had come to ask him to make Dua for him. On hearing this, the Majzoob, for approximately half an hour, made the following Dua: “May Allah have mercy on you. May Allah bless you.” ACADEMIC SERVICES: Proficiency in over fifty branches of knowledge: If we study the life of Ala Hazrat (R.A), we will discover that his proficiency in various subjects total over fifty-four branches of knowledge. Is it possible today, to find an Islamic scholar or even a non-Muslim professor, scientist, educationist or a Nobel Prize owner who possesses such qualifications? Arab Scholars like Sheikh Ismail bin Khalil and Sheikh Musa Ali Shami (R.A) commended Ala Hazrat as the Revivalist of the 14th Century A.H.: “if he is called the revivalist of this century (Mujaddid), it will be right and true.” Commenting on Ala Hazrat’s reputation and his knowledge, Dr Jamil Jalibi, Vice Chancellor, Karachi University (Pakistan) said: “Mawlana Ahmed Raza Khan Barelvi was an eminent jurist, leading scholar, scientist, Naa’tia poet, a keen observer of Shariah and a Saint. His crowning scholarship can be imagined by the fact that he had commanding knowledge of about 54 branches of various sciences and humanities. He has contributed valuable works in almost all of them. He left behind more than a thousand treatises.” Professor Dr Wahid Ashraf, Baroda University, in Baroda said: “There is no shortage of renowned personalities in the history of Islam who made rich contributions to various fields of knowledge through their divine-gifted qualities of learning, wisdom and insight. Ibn Sina, Umar Khayyam, Imam Razi, Imam Ghazzali, Al Beruni, Farabi and Ibn Rushd are a few rich names that shall always be remembered with pride. Among them, some are renowned for Philosophy and Medicine, some other famous for Mathematics, another in Astrology, another is known for Moral Philosophy, and another is an expert in Greek beliefs etc., but the most outstanding personality was born in India and passed away in the present century. He was Ahmed Raza Barelvi who enjoyed such a command in various branches of knowledge that only experts of the special faculty can discuss fully and successfully.”
Arab Scholars like Sheikh Ismail bin Khalil and Sheikh Musa Ali Shami (R.A) commended Ala Hazrat as the Revivalist of the 14th Century A.H.: “if he is called the revivalist of this century (Mujaddid), it will be right and true.”
Translation and commentary of the Holy Qur’an : Many people have translated the Holy Qur’an into the Urdu language, but the translation of the Holy Qur’an presented by Ala Hazrat – called “Kanzul Imaan” – is proven to be the most unique translation in the Urdu language. In his translation one sees that Ala Hazrat used only those words in his translation that are worthy for the Attributes and Qualities of Almighty Allah and of His Beloved Rasul (s.a.w).It is said that the translation of the Holy Qur’an by Ala Hazrat, Kanzul Imaan, is not merely a literal translation, but is also the commentary of the Holy Qur’an. In the words of Hazrat Sayyiduna Muhaddith-e-Azam Hind (R.A), “it is not only the translation of the Qur’an, it is the Qur’an.” Authority in the field of Ahadith: Imam Ahmed Raza Khan was also a great authority of his time when it came to the subjects of Ahadith and Usool-e-Ahadith. He knew the names of almost every Hadith narrator. When he was questioned concerning details of a certain narrator, he was able to give a complete biography of the narrator. When he studied any Hadith, he was able to explain the type of Hadith, it’s benefits and the reasons behind that Hadith. He wrote many booklets on the topic of Ahadith. One of his books is entitled, “Hajizul Jarain An Jamma Bainas Salaatain,” which covered the Ahadith pertaining to “Jamma Bainas Salaatain” or the “Combination of Two Salahs in one time.” Dr Professor Mohiuddin, Azhar University, Cairo (Egypt) said, “Renowned scholar, Imam Ahmed Raza Khan, visited Arabia twice to perform Hajj at Makkah and paid homage to the Holy Prophet (s.a.w) at Madinah. During his stay, he visited various centres of learning and had extensive exchange of views with the scholars covering various branches of learning and religious issues. He secured permission from some authentics to quote them in reference to particular Ahadith, and in return, he allowed them to mention his authority in respect of some other Ahadith. “It is an old saying that scholarly talent and poetic exuberance rarely combine in one person, but Imam Ahmad Raza Khan was an exception. His achievements contradict this diction. He was not only an acknowledged research scholar, but also a great poet.” Imam Ahmed Raza’s I’lm-e-Jafar: “I’lm-e-Jafar” refers to “The Knowledge and the Art of Prediction.” Not all persons are blessed with such knowledge by Almighty Allah. It is a speciality for the Awliyah Allah, and Ala Hazrat too was blessed with the gift of I’lm-e-Jafar. Once, a certain person asked Ala Hazrat concerning the approach of Qiyamah and the arrival of Imam Mahdi in the future. Ala Hazrat said that Almighty Allah knows of this and His beloved Rasul (s.a.w) is also aware of this fact. After saying this, Ala Hazrat substantiated these facts by quoting many verses of the Holy Qur’an and Ahadith of the Holy Prophet (s.a.w). Ala Hazrat then said, “Through a certain type of knowledge, I feel that there is a possibility that in 1837 Hijra there will be no Islamic government left, and in 1900 Hijra Imam Mahdi will appear.” After hearing this answer, someone asked Ala Hazrat if he had gained this answer through I’lm-e-Jafar. He replied that he did. Ala Hazrat then said very sarcastically, “Eat the mangoes. Do not count the trees.”His knowledge of Philosophy and Science: Imam Ahmed Raza Khan was a great Scientist and Philosopher. He understood Science and Philosophy better than anyone in his time. He was a master of Ancient and Modern Sciences. He proved through research that various concepts of the modern day science are illogical and against the theories of the Holy Qur’an and the Ahadith. Ala Hazrat wrote many books on Science and Physics. One of his famous books, “Fauze Mubeen Dar Harkate Zameen,” using the Holy Qur’an as its guidelines, proves that the earth is not rotating but is stationary. He also proves that the entire Universe is revolving around the earth. Modern theories believe that the earth is rotating on its axis and that all the planets, including the earth, are revolving around the sun. Ala Hazrat also disproved the theories of Scientist such as Galileo Galilei and Sir Isaac Newton. Even today, many people in the Western world regard Sayyiduna Ala Hazrat as the “neglected genius of the east.” Knowledge of Astronomy and Astrology: Ala Hazrat gained great expertise in the field of Astronomy and Astrology. There was a person by the name of Mawlana Ghulam Hussain Sahib, who used to regard himself as an authority in Astrology. Once, Mawlana Ghulam Hussain Sahib visited Ala Hazrat (R.A). Ala Hazrat asked him, “So! What is the situation of the rain?” After working out the position of the stars, Mawlana Ghulam Sahib drew-up an astronomical table and said,” In this month there will be no rain. It will only rain in the following month.” Mawlana Sahib then handed over the astronomical table to Ala Hazrat (R.A). Ala Hazrat examined it and said, “All the Power is by Allah. If He pleases, then it may rain now.” Mawlana Ghulam Hussain then said, “Are you not observing the astronomical table?” Ala Hazrat said, “I am observing everything.” Ala Hazrat then looked towards the clock and asked, “What time is it?” Mawlana Ghulam Hussain said, “Quarter past eleven.” Sayyiduna Ala Hazrat said, “That means that there is three quarters of an hour left for twelve o’ clock.” Saying this, Ala Hazrat walked up to the grandfather clock that was in the room. With his finger, he moved the big needle of the clock until it was on the twelve, thus showing twelve o’clock. The clock began to chime. Ala Hazrat then said, “You said that it would take three quarters of an hour for the needle to come to twelve o’ clock.” The Mawlana Sahib replied, “But you were responsible for altering the position of the needle.” On hearing this, Ala Hazrat said, “Almighty Allah is All Powerful and He may alter the position of the stars whenever he wishes.” Ala Hazrat had not yet completed his sentence when it began to rain uncontrollably. A Mathematical Genius Ala Hazrat was also a great Mathematician. He used to solve the most difficult mathematical problems in a short span of time. His authority in the field of Mathematics will leave modern-day Mathematicians in complete awe. Algebra, Geometry, Calculus, Logarithms, and other branches of Mathematics which are normally handled with great difficulty even by mathematic students today, was like ordinary addition and subtraction to Imam Ala Hazrat (R.A)! Once, Sir Zia uddin, a famous Mathematician, was in a predicament with regards to part of his research in the mathematical field. He had to go to Berlin in Germany to seek a solution to this intricate problem. It so happened, that a certain Mawlana from the famous Aligarh University advised Sir Zia uddin to visit Ala Hazrat to seek a solution for his mathematical problem. But, Sir Zia uddin, sounding very unconvinced, said, “What will an ordinary Mawlana like Mawlana Ahmed Raza be able to solve? He hasn’t even gone out of his city to gain knowledge, so it is obvious that his knowledge is very limited.” Nevertheless, after some convincing, he agreed to visit Ala Hazrat (R.A). When he arrived in Barelvi Sharif, he immediately went to Ala Hazrat (R.A). Presenting the intricate mathematical problem to Ala Hazrat he said, “I am now going to Germany. I will come back for the answer, that is, if you do manage to solve it.” As he was speaking, Ala Hazrat was busy writing and listening to him at the same time. As Sir Zia uddin was about to leave, Ala Hazrat handed him a sheet of paper. When Sir Zia uddin read what was written on this paper, he realised that it contained the solution to the mathematical problem that had him so confused. Sir Zia uddin then said, “today I believe that there is something known as I’lm-e-Laduni (inspired knowledge).” Sir Zia uddin, was later recorded to have said about Ala Hazrat (R.A), “He was an un-assuming man of pleasant manners and morals, had deep insight in Mathematics, although he was not formerly educated by a teacher. It was an inner divine-gifted inherent knowledge. My query pertained to a theory of knotting problems of Mathematics, but his manner and explanation was spontaneous as if he had already carried out a research in it. Now there is nobody so well versed in all of India. Such a great scholar, I think, there is none. Allah has bestowed upon him such a knowledge that is amazing. His insight in the fields of Mathematics, Euclid, Algebra and Timings is astonishing. A mathematical problem that I could not solve despite my best efforts, this learned genius explained in a few moments.” His Love for the Holy Prophet Muhammad (s.a.w) Ala Hazrat spent every moment of his life praising the Holy Prophet (s.a.w). Everything he did was for the Pleasure of Almighty Allah and His Rasul (s.a.w). Professor Dr Abdul Wahid Halepota, Chairman, Council of Islamic Ideology, Government of Pakistan, said: “Ala Hazrat Mawlana Shah Ahmed Raza Khan is that ingenious personality of the Indo-Pak SubContinent whose academic position and legal insight has general recognition. His multifarious achievements deserve that they should be spread on an international level. His greatest deed is that he beautified the hearts of the Muslims with the love of the Holy Prophet (s.a.w) through his academic wonders, sweet speeches and most valuable Naatya Qalaam (Poetry in praise of the Holy Prophet s.a.w).”Love and Respect for the Descendants of the Holy Prophet (s.a.w). It is Ala Hazrat who showed the Muslim world how to respect the descendants or family of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (s.a.w). His entire life is filled such with incidents. Many are aware of this famous incident. Once, Imam Ahmed Raza Khan was invited to the home of a certain person. In those days, the Ulema were carried in chariots as a means of transport. Ala Hazrat was sitting in one of these chariots that was carried by the chariot-bearers. As they proceeded along the way, Sayyiduna Ala Hazrat suddenly commanded the chariot-bearers to stop. He immediately alighted from the chariot and asked, “Who is a Sayyed from amongst you? I am receiving the scent of a Sayyed.” One of the chariot-bearer’s, who was a Sayyed, was too scared to speak. Nevertheless, when Ala Hazrat further prompted that person to reveal himself, he came forward and admitted that he was Sayyed. With tears in his eyes, Ala Hazrat fell at his feet and began asking for pardon. The Sayyed continuously asked Ala Hazrat to refrain from doing so but, Ala Hazrat continued asking for pardon, by saying, “Please forgive me. What would I do on the Day of Qiyamah if the Holy Prophet (s.a.w) asks me concerning this incident, and says to me that I showed disrespect to his family?” The Sayyed readily forgave Ala Hazrat (R.A). But this Aashiq-e-Rasul (s.a.w) was yet not satisfied. He commanded the Sayyed to sit on the chariot, and placing the chariot on his blessed shoulders, carried the Sayyed for the same distance for which he had been carried! Allahu Akbar! Those who had been witnesses to this incident could not believe that the Imam of the Ahle Sunnat wal Jamaat, the Mujaddid of Islam was carrying a chariot-bearer on his blessed shoulders. But to Ala Hazrat (R.A), that person that he was carrying was no ordinary chariot-bearer but a family member of the Holy Prophet (s.a.w)
(The author is pursuing LL.M at Central University of Punjab at Bhatinda. Views are exclusively his own)
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COVID-19 In JK: 1578 new +ive cases take case tally to 50712, 9 more deaths mount death toll to 858

Aqib-ul Ahad — Fri, 11 Sep 2020 19:38:44 +0000

Srinagar, Jammu : The Government on Friday informed that 1578 new positive cases of novel Corona virus (COVID-19), 808 from Jammu division and 770 from Kashmir division, have been reported Friday thus taking the total number of positive cases in Jammu and Kashmir to 50712. Also 09 COVID-19 deaths have been reported; 06 from Jammu division and 03 from Kashmir Division.Moreover, 474 more COVID-19 patients have recovered and discharged from various hospitals, 137 from Jammu Division and 337 from Kashmir Division.
Health officials said nine patients who died include a 70-year-old man from Gund Beerwah Budgam, an 85-year-old man from Pattan Baramulla, a 50-year-old man from Kachi Chawni Jammu, a 63-year-old woman from Vikas Nagar in Patoli Jammu, a 60-year old woman from Narwal Jammu, a 50 year-old woman from Top sher Khania Jammu, a 34-year-old man from Nai basti Jammu, a 38-year-old male from Samba while another patient has died at GMC Jammu whose detail was not available. With these 9 more deaths to COVID-19 death toll has mounted to 858 in Jammu & Kasjmir.
Meanwhile the Government in it’s daily Media Bulletin on novel Corona virus (Covid-19) said that out of 50712 positive cases, 15169 are Active Positive, 34689 have recovered and 854 have died; 137 in Jammu division and 717 in Kashmir division. The Bulletin further said that out of 1177773 test results available, 1127061 samples have been tested as negative till September 11, 2020.
Till date 509482 travelers and persons in contact with suspected cases have been enlisted for observation which included 42577 persons in home quarantine including facilities operated by government, 15169 in isolation and 53048 under home surveillance. Besides, 397834 persons have completed their surveillance period.
Providing district-wise breakup, the Bulletin said that Srinagar has 11243 positive cases (including 267 cases reported Friday) with 1796 Active Positive, 9200 recovered (including 103 cases recovered Friday), 247 deaths; Baramulla has 3317 positive cases (including 43 cases reported Friday) with 795 Active Positive, 2411 recovered (including 01 case recovered Friday), 111 deaths; Pulwama reported 3069 positive cases (including 34 cases reported Friday) with 455 active positive cases, 2554 recovered (including 55 cases recovered Friday), 60 deaths; Kulgam has 2059 positive cases (including 18 cases reported Friday) with 122 Active Positive, 1897 recoveries (including 05 cases recovered Friday), 40 deaths; Shopian has 1805 positive cases (including 08 cases reported Friday) with 98 Active Positive, 1678 recovered (including 15 cases recovered Friday), 29 deaths; Anantnag district has 2803 positive cases (including 41 cases reported Friday) with 692 Active Positive, 2058 recovered (including 26 cases recovered Friday), 53 deaths; Budgam has 3457 positive cases (including 176 cases reported Friday) with 1140 Active Positive and 2248 recovered (including 34 cases recovered Friday), 69 deaths; Kupwara has 2676 positive cases (including 66 cases reported Friday) with 855 Active Positive, 1765 recovered (including 45 cases recovered Friday), 56 deaths; Bandipora has 2628 positive cases (including 70 cases reported Friday) with 727 Active Positive, 1874 recovered (including 16 cases recovered Friday), 27 deaths and Ganderbal has 1980 positive cases (including 47 cases reported Friday) with 525 active positive cases, 1430 recoveries (including 37 cases recovered Friday) and 25 deaths.
Similarly, Jammu has 7697 positive cases (including 415 cases reported Friday) with 5150 active positive cases, 2466 recoveries (including 42 cases recovered Friday), 81 deaths; Rajouri has 1281 positive cases (including 64 cases reported Friday) with 440 active positive cases, 827 recovered, 14 deaths; Ramban has 763 positive cases (including 27 cases reported Friday) with 109 active positive, 653 recoveries (including 01 case recovered Friday), 01 death; Kathua has 1243 positive cases (including 38 cases reported Friday) with 378 Active positive, 854 recovered (including 19 cases recovered Friday), 11 deaths; Udhampur has 1295 positive cases (including 101 cases reported Friday) with 476 active positive cases, 815 recovered (including 53 cases recovered Friday), 04 deaths; Samba has 979 positive cases (including 44 cases reported Friday) with 355 Active Positive, 617 recoveries (including 12 case recovered Friday), 07 deaths; Doda has 665 positive cases (including 26 cases reported Friday) with 269 active positive cases, 387 recoveries, 09 deaths; Poonch has 728 positive cases (including 49 cases reported Friday) with 332 active positive, 390 recoveries (including 02 cases recovered Friday), 06 deaths; Reasi has 537 positive cases (including 02 cases reported Friday) with 188 active positive, 346 recoveries and 03 deaths while Kishtwar has 487 positive cases (including 42 cases reported Friday) with 267 active positive cases and 219 recoveries (including 08 cases recovered Friday) and 01 death .
According to the bulletin, of the total 50712 positive cases in J&K 7457 have been reported as travelers while 43255 as others.
The Bulletin said that the breakup represents districts from which the patients have been traced or are ordinarily residing.
The bulletin has informed the people that, the best way to protect themselves from COVID-19 is by maintaining physical distance of at least 2 meter from others, frequently cleaning hands with an alcohol based hand sanitizer or washing them with soap and water and following good respiratory etiquette and hygiene.
As a measure for social distancing in public places and workplaces wearing a face cover is compulsory.
The bulletin again explained that early detection of COVID-19 can prevent the spread of disease so we need to be responsible for the well-being of ourselves and everyone around us. “Not disclosing symptoms could put life of individuals and their families at risk. In case of symptoms like fever, cough and difficulty in breathing report early. Do not fear, call COVID-19 helpline numbers and seek medical advice”.
Advisory has further exhorted upon the people not to step out of home, unless absolutely necessary. “If you have to move out for unavoidable reasons, ensure that you wear a mask and practice social distancing, personal hygiene and frequent hand washing with soap and water.”
In case of any emergency people can avail free ambulance services 24×7 at their doorsteps by calling on toll-free number 108 while as pregnant women and sick infants can avail free ambulance services by dialing toll-free number 102.
People can also call on toll-free national helpline number 1075; J&K COVID-19 Helpline Numbers 0191- 2549676 (UT level Cell), 0191-2520982, 0191-2674444, 0191-2674115 (For Jammu Division), 0194-2440283 & 0194-2430581 (For Kashmir Division) for support, guidance, and response to health-related queries on Novel Corona virus Disease (COVID-19).
The bulletin has informed that the Directorate of Indian Systems of Medicine, J&K is distributing AYUSH Medicines having immunity boosting, immuno-modulator, anti-oxidant, rejuvenator, anti-stress, metabolism regulator, anti-allergic, anti-pyretic, anti-tussive, bronchodilator, etc properties during the COVID-19 pandemic. The department so far has provided medicine to 9.18 lakh people that include various frontline workers, senior citizens, PRIs, police/paramilitary personals and general masses. Moreover, preventive measures and Yoga therapies are also being advised to the people to take care of lifestyle/mental disorders so that physical and mental health is ensured during this pandemic.
Public is advised to strictly follow the advisories issued by the government from time to time and rely only on the information released by the government through the daily media bulletin to print and electronic media.
People are also advised to refrain from spreading rumours and pay no heed to them at the same time.

COVID-19 In JK: 1355 new +ive cases take case tally to 45925, 14 more death mount death toll to 822

Aqib Ul Ahad/ Mubashir Naik — Tue, 08 Sep 2020 18:47:15 +0000

Srinagar, Jammu: The Government on Tuesday informed that 1355 new positive cases of novel Corona virus (COVID-19), 785 from Jammu division and 570 from Kashmir division, have been reported Tuesday thus taking the total number of positive cases in Jammu and Kashmir to 45925. Also 14 COVID-19 deaths have been reported; 08 from Jammu division and 06 from Kashmir Division. Moreover, 491 more COVID-19 patients have recovered and discharged from various hospitals, 74 from Jammu Division and 417 from Kashmir Division.
Health official said 14 patients who died today include a 55-year-old man from Awoora Kupwara, a 70-year-old woman from Tengpora Srinagar, a 75-year-old woman from Shivpora Srinagar, a 36-year-old man from Vailoo Kokernag, a 72-year-old woman from Kiloora Shopian, a 71-year-old man from Jammu, a 60 and 62-year-old male patients from Doda, an 85-year-old man from Darhal Rajouri, a 75-year-old woman from Thanamandi Pangai and a 41-year-old man from Rajouri. With these 14 more deaths the COVID-19 death tolls has surged to 822 in Jammu & Kashmir
According to the daily Media Bulletin on novel Corona virus (Covid-19), out of 45925 positive cases, 11859 are Active Positive, 33251 have recovered and 815 have died; 113 in Jammu division and 702 in Kashmir division.
The Bulletin further said out of 1107406 test results available, 1061481 samples have been tested as negative till September 08, 2020.
Till date 491348 travelers and persons in contact with suspected cases have been enlisted for observation which included 38659 persons in home quarantine including facilities operated by government, 11859 in isolation and 56575 under home surveillance. Besides, 383440 persons have completed their surveillance period.
Providing district-wise breakup, the Bulletin said Srinagar has 10508 positive cases (including 210 cases reported Tuesday) with 1435 Active Positive, 8831 recovered (including 171 cases recovered Tuesday), 242 deaths; Baramulla has 3114 positive cases (including 35 cases reported Tuesday) with 623 Active Positive, 2384 recovered (including 15 cases recovered Tuesday), 107 deaths; Pulwama reported 2927 positive cases (including 31 cases reported Tuesday) with 484 active positive cases, 2383 recovered (including 55 cases recovered Tuesday), 60 deaths; Kulgam has 2010 positive cases (including 10 cases reported Tuesday) with 120 Active Positive, 1850 recoveries (including 15 cases recovered Tuesday), 40 deaths; Shopian has 1772 positive cases (including 16 cases reported Tuesday) with 130 Active Positive, 1613 recovered, 29 deaths; Anantnag district has 2644 positive cases (including 44 cases reported Tuesday) with 578 Active Positive, 2014 recovered (including 29 cases recovered Tuesday), 52 deaths; Budgam has 3017 positive cases (including 94 cases reported Tuesday) with 809 Active Positive and 2142 recovered (including 40 cases recovered Tuesday), 66 deaths; Kupwara has 2474 positive cases (including 53 cases reported Tuesday) with 751 Active Positive, 1668 recovered (including 27 cases recovered Tuesday), 55 deaths; Bandipora has 2427 positive cases (including 32 cases reported Tuesday) with 705 Active Positive, 1696 recovered (including 29 cases recovered Tuesday), 26 deaths and Ganderbal has 1829 positive cases (including 45 cases reported Tuesday) with 448 active positive cases, 1356 recoveries (including 36 cases recovered Tuesday) and 25 deaths.
Similarly, Jammu has 6278 positive cases (including 483 cases reported Tuesday) with 3844 active positive cases, 2366 recoveries (including 24 cases recovered Tuesday), 68 deaths; Rajouri has 1098 positive cases (including 55 cases reported Tuesday) with 266 active positive cases, 822 recovered, 10 deaths; Ramban has 710 positive cases (including 07 cases reported Tuesday) with 57 active positive, 652 recoveries (including 01 case recovered Tuesday), 01 death; Kathua has 1122 positive cases (including 31 cases reported Tuesday) with 308 Active positive, 804 recovered (including 30 cases recovered Tuesday), 10 deaths; Udhampur has 1089 positive cases (including 59 cases reported Tuesday) with 337 active positive cases, 748 recovered, 04 deaths; Samba has 870 positive cases (including 20 cases reported Tuesday) with 267 Active Positive, 598 recoveries (including 01 case recovered Tuesday), 05 deaths; Doda has 577 positive cases (including 35 cases reported Tuesday) with 184 active positive cases, 385 recoveries (including 08 cases recovered Tuesday), 08 deaths; Poonch has 590 positive cases (including 43 cases reported Tuesday) with 200 active positive, 384 recoveries (including 08 cases reported Tuesday), 06 deaths; Reasi has 479 positive cases (including 17 cases reported Tuesday) with 134 active positive, 345 recoveries while Kishtwar has 390 positive cases (including 35 cases reported Tuesday) with 179 active positive cases and 210 recoveries (including 02 cases recovered Tuesday) and 01 death .
According to the bulletin, of the total 45925 positive cases in J&K 7205 have been reported as travelers while 38720 as others.
The Bulletin said the breakup represents districts from which the patients have been traced or are ordinarily residing.
The bulletin has informed the people that, the best way to protect themselves from COVID-19 is by maintaining physical distance of at least 2 meter from others, frequently cleaning hands with an alcohol based hand sanitizer or washing them with soap and water and following good respiratory etiquette and hygiene.
As a measure for social distancing in public places and workplaces wearing a face cover is compulsory.
The bulletin again explained that early detection of COVID-19 can prevent the spread of disease so we need to be responsible for the well-being of ourselves and everyone around us. “Not disclosing symptoms could put life of individuals and their families at risk. In case of symptoms like fever, cough and difficulty in breathing report early. Do not fear, call COVID-19 helpline numbers and seek medical advice”.
Advisory has further exhorted upon the people not to step out of home, unless absolutely necessary. “If you have to move out for unavoidable reasons, ensure that you wear a mask and practice social distancing, personal hygiene and frequent hand washing with soap and water.”
In case of any emergency people can avail free ambulance services 24×7 at their doorsteps by calling on toll-free number 108 while as pregnant women and sick infants can avail free ambulance services by dialing toll-free number 102.
People can also call on toll-free national helpline number 1075; J&K COVID-19 Helpline Numbers 0191- 2549676 (UT level Cell), 0191-2520982, 0191-2674444, 0191-2674115 (For Jammu Division), 0194-2440283 & 0194-2430581 (For Kashmir Division) for support, guidance, and response to health-related queries on Novel Corona virus Disease (COVID-19).
The bulletin has informed that the Directorate of Indian Systems of Medicine, J&K is distributing AYUSH Medicines having immunity boosting, immuno-modulator, anti-oxidant, rejuvenator, anti-stress, metabolism regulator, anti-allergic, anti-pyretic, anti-tussive, bronchodilator, etc properties during the COVID-19 pandemic. The department so far has provided medicine to 9.07 lakh people that include various frontline workers, senior citizens, PRIs, police/paramilitary personals and general masses. Moreover, preventive measures and Yoga therapies are also being advised to the people to take care of lifestyle/mental disorders so that physical and mental health is ensured during this pandemic.
Public is advised to strictly follow the advisories issued by the government from time to time and rely only on the information released by the government through the daily media bulletin to print and electronic media.
People are also advised to refrain from spreading rumours and pay no heed to them at the same time.

COVID-19 In JK: 1013 new +ive cases take case tally to 44570, 11 more deaths mount death toll to 808

Aqib Ul Ahad/ Mubashir Naik — Mon, 07 Sep 2020 20:19:02 +0000

Srinagar, Jammu: The Government on Monday informed that 1013 new positive cases of novel Corona virus (COVID-19), 600 from Jammu division and 413 from Kashmir division, have been reported Monday thus taking the total number of positive cases in Jammu and Kashmir to 44570. Also 17 COVID-19 deaths have been reported; 07 from Jammu division and 10 from Kashmir Division.Moreover, 433 more COVID-19 patients have recovered and discharged from various hospitals, 69 from Jammu Division and 364 from Kashmir Division.
Health officials said 11 patients who died include a 55-year-old woman from Boniyar Uri, a 70-year-old man from Watargam Baramulla, a 70-year-old man from Khrew Pulwama, a 63-year-old woman from Tral Pulwama, a 73-year-old man from Paranpillan Uri Baramulla, a 78-year-old man and 58-year-old woman from Jammu City, former MLA from Kalakote Rajouri, a 75-year-old man from Surankote Poonch, a retired Naib Tehsildar from Kathua and a male patient from Bhaderwah. With these eleven more deaths the COVID-19 death toll has mounted to 808.
According to the daily Media Bulletin on novel Corona virus (Covid-19), out of 44570 positive cases, 11009 are Active Positive, 32760 have recovered and 801 have died; 105 in Jammu division and 696 in Kashmir division.
The Bulletin further said out of 1088652 test results available, 1044082 samples have been tested as negative till September 07, 2020.
Till date 482771 travelers and persons in contact with suspected cases have been enlisted for observation which included 40114 persons in home quarantine including facilities operated by government, 11009 in isolation and 49120 under home surveillance. Besides, 381727 persons have completed their surveillance period.
Providing district-wise breakup, the Bulletin said Srinagar has 10300 positive cases (including 136 cases reported Monday) with 1400 Active Positive, 8660 recovered (including 161 cases recovered Monday), 240 deaths; Baramulla has 3079 positive cases (including 31 cases reported Monday) with 604 Active Positive, 2369 recovered (including 09 cases recovered Monday), 106 deaths; Pulwama reported 2896 positive cases (including 40 cases reported Monday) with 509 active positive cases, 2328 recovered (including 24 cases recovered Monday), 59 deaths; Kulgam has 2000 positive cases (including 03 cases reported Monday) with 126 Active Positive, 1835 recoveries (including 06 cases recovered Monday), 39 deaths; Shopian has 1756 positive cases (including 10 cases reported Monday) with 114 Active Positive, 1613 recovered, 29 deaths; Anantnag district has 2600 positive cases (including 40 cases reported Monday) with 563 Active Positive, 1985 recovered (including 17 cases recovered Monday), 52 deaths; Budgam has 2923 positive cases (including 56 cases reported Monday) with 755 Active Positive and 2102 recovered (including 35 cases recovered Monday), 66 deaths; Kupwara has 2421 positive cases (including 38 cases reported Monday) with 726 Active Positive, 1641 recovered (including 14 cases recovered Monday), 54 deaths; Bandipora has 2395 positive cases (including 31 cases reported Monday) with 702 Active Positive, 1667 recovered (including 25 cases recovered Monday), 26 deaths and Ganderbal has 1782 positive cases (including 28 cases reported Monday) with 437 active positive cases, 1320 recoveries (including 73 cases recovered Monday) and 25 deaths.
Similarly, Jammu has 5795 positive cases (including 442 cases reported Monday) with 3386 active positive cases, 2342 recoveries (including 23 cases recovered Monday), 67 deaths; Rajouri has 1043 positive cases (including 12 cases reported Monday) with 214 active positive cases, 822 recovered (including 03 cases recovered Monday), 07 deaths; Ramban has 703 positive cases (including 01 case reported Monday) with 51 active positive, 651 recoveries, 01 death; Kathua has 1091 positive cases (including 21 cases reported Monday) with 307 Active positive, 774 recovered (including 15 cases recovered Monday), 10 deaths; Udhampur has 1030 positive cases (including 32 cases reported Monday) with 278 active positive cases, 748 recovered, 04 deaths; Samba has 850 positive cases (including 22 cases reported Monday) with 249 Active Positive, 597 recoveries (including 15 cases recovered Monday), 04 deaths; Doda has 542 positive cases (including 13 cases reported Monday) with 159 active positive cases, 377 recoveries, 06 deaths; Poonch has 547 positive cases (including 41 cases reported Monday) with 166 active positive, 376 recoveries (including 07 cases reported Monday), 05 deaths; Reasi has 462 positive cases (including 15 cases reported Monday) with 117 active positive, 345 recoveries (including 06 cases recovered Monday) while Kishtwar has 355 positive cases (including 01 case reported Monday) with 146 active positive cases and 208 recoveries and 01 death .
According to the bulletin, of the total 44570 positive cases in J&K 7126 have been reported as travelers while 37444 as others.
The Bulletin said the breakup represents districts from which the patients have been traced or are ordinarily residing.
The bulletin has informed the people that, the best way to protect themselves from COVID-19 is by maintaining physical distance of at least 2 meter from others, frequently cleaning hands with an alcohol based hand sanitizer or washing them with soap and water and following good respiratory etiquette and hygiene.
As a measure for social distancing in public places and workplaces wearing a face cover is compulsory.
The bulletin again explained that early detection of COVID-19 can prevent the spread of disease so we need to be responsible for the well-being of ourselves and everyone around us. “Not disclosing symptoms could put life of individuals and their families at risk. In case of symptoms like fever, cough and difficulty in breathing report early. Do not fear, call COVID-19 helpline numbers and seek medical advice”.
Advisory has further exhorted upon the people not to step out of home, unless absolutely necessary. “If you have to move out for unavoidable reasons, ensure that you wear a mask and practice social distancing, personal hygiene and frequent hand washing with soap and water.”
In case of any emergency people can avail free ambulance services 24×7 at their doorsteps by calling on toll-free number 108 while as pregnant women and sick infants can avail free ambulance services by dialing toll-free number 102.
People can also call on toll-free national helpline number 1075; J&K COVID-19 Helpline Numbers 0191- 2549676 (UT level Cell), 0191-2520982, 0191-2674444, 0191-2674115 (For Jammu Division), 0194-2440283 & 0194-2430581 (For Kashmir Division) for support, guidance, and response to health-related queries on Novel Corona virus Disease (COVID-19).
The bulletin has informed that the Directorate of Indian Systems of Medicine, J&K is distributing AYUSH Medicines having immunity boosting, immuno-modulator, anti-oxidant, rejuvenator, anti-stress, metabolism regulator, anti-allergic, anti-pyretic, anti-tussive, bronchodilator, etc properties during the COVID-19 pandemic. The department so far has provided medicine to 9.03 lakh people that include various frontline workers, senior citizens, PRIs, police/paramilitary personals and general masses. Moreover, preventive measures and Yoga therapies are also being advised to the people to take care of lifestyle/mental disorders so that physical and mental health is ensured during this pandemic.
Public is advised to strictly follow the advisories issued by the government from time to time and rely only on the information released by the government through the daily media bulletin to print and electronic media.
People are also advised to refrain from spreading rumours and pay no heed to them at the same time.

COVID-19 In JK: 1251 new +ive cases take case tally to 42241, 21 more deaths mount death toll to 780

Aqib Ul Ahad/Mubashir Naik — Sat, 05 Sep 2020 20:43:28 +0000

Srinagar,Jammu: The Government on Saturday informed that 1251 new positive cases of novel Corona virus (COVID-19), 739 from Jammu division and 512 from Kashmir division, have been reported Saturday thus taking the total number of positive cases in Jammu and Kashmir to 42241. Also 15 COVID-19 deaths have been reported; 10 from Jammu division and 05 from Kashmir Division. Moreover, 489 more COVID-19 patients have recovered and discharged from various hospitals, 123 from Jammu Division and 366 from Kashmir Division.
Health officials said 21 patients who died include a 32-year-old woman from Fethapora Anantnag, a 65-year-old man from Lal Bazar Srinagar, a 56-year-old man from Indra Nagar Srinagar, a 65-year-old woman from Sangran Qazigund, a 65-year-old woman from Beerwah Budgam, a male patient from West Bengal, a 75-year-old man from Doabgah Sopore, a 68-year-old woman from Pulwama, five male patients from Jammu district, four including two male and two female patients from Kathua and one each from Udhampur, Doda, Rajouri and Poonch. With these 21 more deaths the COVID-19 death toll has mounted to 780 in Jammu and Kashmir.
In it’s daily Media Bulletin on novel Corona virus (Covid-19), the Government said out of 42241 positive cases, 9547 are Active Positive, 31924 have recovered and 770 have died; 91 in Jammu division and 679 in Kashmir division. The Bulletin further saidout of 1051826 test results available, 1009585 samples have been tested as negative till September 05, 2020. Till date 476330 travelers and persons in contact with suspected cases have been enlisted for observation which included 43668 persons in home quarantine including facilities operated by government, 9547 in isolation and 48834 under home surveillance. Besides, 373511 persons have completed their surveillance period.
Providing district-wise breakup, the Bulletin saidSrinagar has 9985 positive cases (including 181 cases reported today) with 1400 Active Positive, 8352 recovered (including 161 cases recovered today), 233 deaths; Baramulla has 2988 positive cases (including 51 cases reported today) with 532 Active Positive, 2352 recovered (including 24 cases recovered today), 104 deaths; Pulwama reported 2807 positive cases (including 40 cases reported today) with 473 active positive cases, 2278 recovered (including 18 cases recovered today), 56 deaths; Kulgam has 1986 positive cases (including 03 cases reported today) with 124 Active Positive, 1825 recoveries (including 05 cases recovered today), 37 deaths; Shopian has 1739 positive cases (including 04 cases reported today) with 100 Active Positive, 1611 recovered, 28 deaths; Anantnag district has 2499 positive cases (including 35 cases reported today) with 502 Active Positive, 1945 recovered (including 13 cases recovered today), 52 deaths; Budgam has 2797 positive cases (including 69 cases reported today) with 697 Active Positive and 2036 recovered (including 51 cases recovered today), 64 deaths; Kupwara has 2289 positive cases (including 54 cases reported today) with 639 Active Positive, 1596 recovered (including 32 cases recovered today), 54 deaths; Bandipora has 2330 positive cases (including 12 cases reported today) with 689 Active Positive, 1615 recovered (including 20 cases recovered today), 26 deaths and Ganderbal has 1671 positive cases (including 63 cases reported today) with 416 active positive cases, 1230 recoveries (including 42 cases recovered today) and 25 deaths.
Similarly, Jammu has 4902 positive cases (including 520 cases reported today) with 2564 active positive cases, 2279 recoveries (including 68 cases recovered today), 59 deaths; Rajouri has 989 positive cases (including 22 cases reported today) with 187 active positive cases, 797 recovered (including 08 cases recovered today), 05 deaths; Ramban has 692 positive cases (including 19 cases reported today) with 43 active positive, 648 recoveries, 01 death; Kathua has 1039 positive cases (including 27 cases reported today) with 275 Active positive, 756 recovered (including 09 cases recovered today), 08 deaths; Udhampur has 981 positive cases (including 72 cases reported today) with 240 active positive cases, 737 recovered (including 09 cases recovered today), 04 deaths; Samba has 800 positive cases (including 23 cases reported today) with 215 Active Positive, 582 recoveries (including 04 cases reported today), 03 deaths; Doda has 493 positive cases (including 27 cases reported today) with 118 active positive cases, 370 recoveries (including 08 cases recovered today), 05 deaths; Poonch has 480 positive cases (including 11 cases reported today) with 106 active positive, 369 recoveries (including 04 cases reported today), 05 deaths; Reasi has 439 positive cases (including 02 cases reported today) with 101 active positive, 338 recoveries while Kishtwar has 335 positive cases (including 16 cases reported today) with 126 active positive cases and 208 recoveries (including 13 cases recovered today) and 01 death .
According to the bulletin, of the total 42241 positive cases in J&K 6937 have been reported as travelers while 35304 as others.
The Bulletin saidthe breakup represents districts from which the patients have been traced or are ordinarily residing.
The bulletin has informed the people that, the best way to protect themselves from COVID-19 is by maintaining physical distance of at least 2 meter from others, frequently cleaning hands with an alcohol based hand sanitizer or washing them with soap and water and following good respiratory etiquette and hygiene.
As a measure for social distancing in public places and workplaces wearing a face cover is compulsory.
The bulletin again explained that early detection of COVID-19 can prevent the spread of disease so we need to be responsible for the well-being of ourselves and everyone around us. “Not disclosing symptoms could put life of individuals and their families at risk. In case of symptoms like fever, cough and difficulty in breathing report early. Do not fear, call COVID-19 helpline numbers and seek medical advice”.
Advisory has further exhorted upon the people not to step out of home, unless absolutely necessary. “If you have to move out for unavoidable reasons, ensure that you wear a mask and practice social distancing, personal hygiene and frequent hand washing with soap and water.”
In case of any emergency people can avail free ambulance services 24×7 at their doorsteps by calling on toll-free number 108 while as pregnant women and sick infants can avail free ambulance services by dialing toll-free number 102.
People can also call on toll-free national helpline number 1075; J&K COVID-19 Helpline Numbers 0191- 2549676 (UT level Cell), 0191-2520982, 0191-2674444, 0191-2674115 (For Jammu Division), 0194-2440283 & 0194-2430581 (For Kashmir Division) for support, guidance, and response to health-related queries on Novel Corona virus Disease (COVID-19).
The bulletin has informed that the Directorate of Indian Systems of Medicine, J&K is distributing AYUSH Medicines having immunity boosting, immuno-modulator, anti-oxidant, rejuvenator, anti-stress, metabolism regulator, anti-allergic, anti-pyretic, anti-tussive, bronchodilator, etc properties during the COVID-19 pandemic. The department so far has provided medicine to 8.97 lakh people that include various frontline workers, senior citizens, PRIs, police/paramilitary personals and general masses. Moreover, preventive measures and Yoga therapies are also being advised to the people to take care of lifestyle/mental disorders so that physical and mental health is ensured during this pandemic.
Public is advised to strictly follow the advisories issued by the government from time to time and rely only on the information released by the government through the daily media bulletin to print and electronic media.
People are also advised to refrain from spreading rumours and pay no heed to them at the same time.