HAZRATBAL SHRINE

AIIMS Awantipora will be fully operational by next 2026 end: Jammu & Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced that the AIIMS in Awantipora, Pulwama, is anticipated to be fully operational by the end of next year, following initial delays. The OPD services are expected to commence by March-April, with the IPD becoming functional by November-December. He also addressed concerns regarding the FIR related to the Ashoka emblem vandalism at the Hazratbal shrine.

Bihar Deputy CM slams INDIA bloc VP nominee for meeting 'convicted' RJD chief Lalu Prasad
Bihar's Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary criticized INDIA bloc's VP nominee B Sudershan Reddy for meeting RJD leader Lalu Prasad. He said this act shames democracy. Choudhary defended Nitish Kumar as NDA's CM face. He condemned the vandalism of the national emblem in Srinagar. He accused the opposition of insulting Bihar and demanded an apology from RJD and Congress.

'How much will you insult Bihar, abuse PM?' Giriraj Singh targets Congress, Tejashwi
Union Minister Giriraj Singh has attacked Congress and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav. He accuses them of insulting Bihar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This follows Omar Abdullah's questions about the national emblem's use at a shrine. A video shows vandalism of the Ashoka emblem at the Hazratbal shrine. The shrine is currently undergoing reconstruction under the Waqf Board.

Jammu & Kashmir: FIR over Ashoka Emblem damage at Hazratbal shrine
Jammu & Kashmir Police have filed a case following the vandalism of the Ashoka Emblem on a Waqf Board plaque at Srinagar's Hazratbal shrine, sparking controversy and protests. Political leaders have condemned the act, with some demanding investigations into the Waqf Board's operations and accusing the BJP of exploiting the situation for political gain.
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Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi in J&K marred by controversies over holiday date
Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi in Jammu and Kashmir faced controversy. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha did not shift the holiday. This decision upset Omar Abdullah's National Conference. Worshipers damaged a plaque at Hazratbal shrine. They objected to the Ashoka Emblem. J&K Waqf Board chairperson Darakshan Andrabi blamed the National Conference. She demanded action against the vandals. The shrine was recently renovated.
Against Islam: Ashoka emblem at J&K's Hazratbal shrine sparks controversy
A controversy erupted over the engraving of the national emblem on the renovation plaque at Hazratbal Shrine. Locals and political leaders opposed the emblem. They cited Islamic principles against figures in religious places. Devotees criticized the Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board. They deemed the inscription insensitive. Tanvir Sadiq stated the emblem contradicts Islamic monotheism.
PM to inaugurate Rs 5000 crore Agri-economy project, Hazratbal shrine development project in Srinagar on March 7
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Srinagar on March 7 to inaugurate the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme and the integrated development of Hazratbal shrine. The visit also includes the launch of tourism sector projects and the distribution of appointment orders to new government recruits of J&K.
J&K's statehood should be restored before holding assembly polls: Ghulam Nabi Azad
Speaking to reporters outside the Kheer Bhawani temple complex in Tullamulla area of central Kashmir's Ganderbal district, Azad said Kashmiri Pandits who left the valley in early 1990s in the wake of eruption of militancy be brought back.
Personal liberty is treated as favour by government, says Omar Abdullah after Mehbooba Mufti's alleged detention
The former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister was reacting to the alleged house arrest of Peoples Democratic Party president Mehbooba Mufti.
Farooq not being allowed to leave house a 'new low' in curtailment of rights in J&K: Gupkar alliance
In a statement, PAGD spokesperson Sajad Lone condemned the state administration for putting a blockade outside the resident of Abdullah and demanded that it be removed.
Farooq Abdullah prevented from leaving residence to offer prayers, claims NC
"J&K administration has blocked the residence of Party President Dr Farooq Abdullah and stopped him from offering prayers at Dargah Hazratbal. JKNC condemns this infringement of fundamental right to pray, especially on the auspicious occasion of Milad Un Nabi SAW," the NC said on its Twitter handle.
Covid-19: No prayers in mosques, shrines on Shab-e-Baraat in Kashmir
No night prayers were held at any major mosque or shrine in Kashmir on Shab-e-Baraat (night of forgiveness) as people stayed indoors due to the lockdown to combat the coronavirus threat, officials said on Thursday.
Fresh restrictions imposed in parts of Srinagar
The authorities have been imposing restrictions in vulnerable areas of the valley every Friday, apprehending that vested interests might exploit the large gatherings to fuel protests.
Clashes between protesters, security forces after Eid prayers in some parts of Kashmir
Protesters pelted stones on security personnel in some parts of the old city after Eid prayers.
Eid celebrations underway in Kashmir, clashes reported
Muslims from all walks of life started making a beeline to Eidgahs (prayer ground) or mosques for offering Eid prayers as a thanksgiving for the month-long fasting of Ramazan.
Hazratbal Shrine, Goa’s Basilica and others on Swachh Bharat List
The Centre announced a list of 10 places last month, for first phase of a special clean-up initiative focused on 100 iconic heritage and spiritual places in country.
Rahul Gandhi takes tea break in separatists' bastion Maisuma at Srinagar
Rahul walked up to a local vendor at the busy market place, sending his security team into frenzy.
Mufti Mohammad Sayeed and Omar Abdullah greet each other on Eid at Hazratbal Shrine
As soon as the Eid prayers were over, Sayeed walked over to Omar and the two leaders from rival parties of the state exchanged Eid greetings.
Kashmir celebrates Eid; 60,000 offer prayers at Hazratbal shrine
Hazratbal shrine witnessed the biggest Eid congregation with CM Mufti Sayeed and Omar Abdullah joining more than 60,000 devotees in offering Eid prayers.
Shab-e-Qadar observed across Kashmir valley
Shab-e-Qadar, the night of power, was observed across Kashmir valley with Jamia Masjid here witnessing the largest congregation of devotees.
Rajnath Singh pays obeisance at Amarnath cave shrine
Singh also interacted with the pilgrims at the cave shrine and took stock of the arrangements for the yatris.
No construction within 200 metres of lakes: LAWDA
The LADWA demolition squad, in coordination with Muslim Waqf Board, demolished 30 illegal kiosks and other constructions near the shrine.
Omar Abdullah to visit shelling-hit Arnia village in Jammu
After offering Eid prayers at Hazratbal shrine, Omar went to the state hospital in the city where he donated blood.
Geelani, Mirwaiz put under house arrest
'Restrictions were imposed on the movement of the separatists as there was an apprehension of breach of peace due to the rally planned by Geelani.'
Farooq Abdullah meets Chidambaram
Farooq Abdullah met Chidambaram to discuss the situation in the Valley.
Geelani arrested, shifted to Central Jail
Authorities on Sunday formally arrested chairman of Hurriyat's hardline faction.
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