News Shots – The Kashmir Horizon

Unidentified Body Recovered Near Rajouri Highway

K H News Service — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:32:46 +0000

Rajouri | September, 15: An unidentified man was found dead near the National Highway at Lamberi in the Nowshera area of Rajouri district on Tuesday, officials said.
Passersby noticed the body and immediately alerted the local authorities. A police team arrived at the scene, took custody of the remains, and transferred the body to a facility for identification and legal formalities.
Police have appealed to the general public to share any relevant details that could assist in establishing the identity of the deceased.

VDG Member Hospitalized After Accidental Discharge Incident Reported in Udhampur’s Majalta

K H News Service — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:32:23 +0000

Udhampur | September, 15: A Village Defence Guard (VDG) member sustained an abdominal gunshot wound after his service rifle accidentally went off in the Majalta area of Udhampur district on Tuesday.
Sources said the injured guard, identified as Parshotam Lal of Chore Panjian, was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital for medical treatment.
Local authorities have initiated an investigation to ascertain the exact circumstances leading to the accidental discharge.

J&K To Witness Scattered Rain From September 15 To 17

K H News Service — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:56:00 +0000

Srinagar, Jammu Record Above-Normal Temperatures

Srinagar | September, 14: Jammu and Kashmir is likely to experience brief spells of rain and thundershowers at scattered places from September 15 to 17, followed by generally dry weather until September 25, weather officials said. An advisory has been issued for isolated thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds.
Srinagar recorded a maximum temperature of 30.4°C (2.6 degrees above normal), while Jammu settled at 33.5°C. Minimum temperatures stayed mostly near normal across major stations. Farmers have been advised to take precautions while continuing apple and paddy harvesting.

J&K Records Near-Normal Seasonal Rainfall In July, Surplus Offsets August Deficit

K H News Service — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:55:21 +0000

Srinagar | September, 14: Jammu and Kashmir has recorded near-normal seasonal precipitation despite notable month-to-month fluctuations, weather officials said.
July witnessed 35 percent excess rainfall across the Union Territory, whereas August recorded a 25 percent rainfall deficit due to inconsistent spells. Officials said the combined seasonal total remains balanced, though precipitation patterns continue to fluctuate.

LG, CM condole loss of lives in Reasi road accident

K H News Service — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:55:01 +0000

Srinagar | Sept, 14:Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has expressed grief over the tragic road accident in Reasi, today.
In a condolence message, the Lieutenant Governor said: “Deeply pained to learn about the loss of precious lives in a tragic road accident in Reasi. My deepest condolences to the bereaved families. Praying for speedy recovery of the injured.”
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah also expressed deep grief over the loss of lives in a tragic road accident in Reasi district, in which two persons were killed and five others injured.
The Chief Minister conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and directed the authorities to ensure the best possible medical care to those injured.
The accident occurred when a passenger minibus met with an accident on the Reasi-Bakal road near the Batalgala Tunnel on Monday. In which two persons were killed and five others injured.
The Chief Minister conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and directed the authorities to ensure the best possible medical care to those injured.
The accident occurred when a passenger minibus met with an accident on the Reasi-Bakal road near the Batalgala Tunnel on Monday.

Nine-Year-Old Boy’s Body Recovered In Bandipora, Five-Day Search Operation Ends

K H News Service — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:54:41 +0000

Bandipora | September, 14: The body of a nine-year-old boy who drowned in Madhumati Nalla on September 10 was retrieved on Monday after a five-day search operation, officials said. Joint rescue teams from the SDRF, police, civil administration, and local volunteers recovered the body of Momin Ahmad near the District Police Lines.
Local MLA Nizamuddin Bhat expressed relief and extended condolences to the bereaved family, thanking search teams and community members for their tireless efforts during the operation.

Two Killed, Seven Injured In Reasi Road Accident, Passenger Matador Overturns Near Bakkal Tunnel

K H News Service — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:54:34 +0000

Reasi | September, 14: Two people died and seven others were injured when a passenger Matador overturned near the Bakkal Tunnel area while travelling toward Reasi town, officials said.
Rescue teams dispatched to the spot shifted the injured to a nearby hospital for medical treatment. Police have registered a case and initiated legal proceedings.
Unidentified Body Recovered From Salal Dam Investigation Underway In Reasi Reasi | September, 14: An unidentified body was retrieved from the Salal Dam reservoir on Monday after local residents spotted it and alerted authorities, officials said.
Police retrieved the corpse and shifted it to a hospital for post-mortem and identification formalities while initiating an investigation into the matter.

Body Found In Rajouri’s Dhangri Area Police Initiate Formal Proceedings

K H News Service — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:54:23 +0000

Rajouri | September, 14: The body of an unidentified man was recovered from the Dhangri Lower area on Monday after local residents alerted law enforcement, officials said.
A police team took custody of the body and transferred it to Government Medical College (GMC) Rajouri for an autopsy and identification procedures.

EOW Chargesheets Job Fraudster In Kashmir, Accused Involved In 15 Fraud Cases

K H News Service — Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:54:12 +0000

Srinagar | September, 14: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch J&K has filed a chargesheet against Abdul Majeed Mir for duping a citizen using a forged Airports Authority of India appointment order, officials said.
The accused, who allegedly impersonated high-ranking officials to defraud victims of lakhs of rupees, faces 15 criminal cases across Kashmir and is currently lodged in Central Jail Srinagar. Authorities advised the public to remain vigilant against economic fraudsters and report suspicious activities directly to the Crime Branch.

J&K BAC Constituted Ahead of Autumn Session

K H News Service — Sun, 13 Sep 2026 04:44:01 +0000

Sharma, Sagar, Sajad Included in Panel

Srinagar | September, 12: Ahead of the upcoming autumn session of the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather has constituted the Business Advisory Committee (BAC). According to a notification, the committee comprises legislators from different political parties and has been constituted under Rule 317 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in the Legislative Assembly of Jammu & Kashmir. The BAC includes Leader of Opposition Sunil Kumar Sharma (BJP), Ali Muhammad Sagar (NC), Mubarak Gul (NC), Muhammad Yousuf Tarigami (CPI M), Ghulam Ahmad Mir (Congress), Sajad Gani Lone (PC), and Choudhary Muhammad Akram (Independent). The Business Advisory Committee is entrusted with recommending the allocation of time for discussion on Government Bills and other business referred to it by the Speaker. As per the Rules, the BAC may also frame a timetable indicating the hours by which different stages of such business shall be completed, along with any other functions assigned by the Speaker. Sources said that the Speaker is likely to convene an all party meeting next week to ensure the smooth functioning of the 10 daylong session, starting on September 21, to which representatives of different parties will be invited.