States » North


Police search residence of banned DFP member in north Kashmir

Police search residence of banned DFP member in north Kashmir

Srinagar, Mar 23 (UNI) Police have conducted a search at the house of Democratic Freedom Party member for association with a banned organization in Handwara sub district of Jammu and Kashmir.
The Government of India had in October 20a3 declared ‘Jammu and Kashmir Democratic Freedom Party’ (JKDFP) as an 'Unlawful Association' under Section 3(1) of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) 1967.


Police said as part of continuing efforts to tighten the noose around anti-national elements, they conducted a search at the residence of a DFP member Farooq Ahmad Dar of Turpora, Handwara, for his association with a banned organization.

“Acting on reliable information, a police team raided the house of Farooq Ahmad Dar late last evening. The search was conducted in connection with the ongoing investigation in Case FIR No. 08/2024 of Police Station Handwara,” a police statement said.

“During the search, incriminating material was recovered, which has been seized and made part of the investigation. Further raids are expected as the investigation progresses,” it added.

Police said that it remains committed to maintaining peace and security in the region and will continue to take stringent action against elements involved in unlawful activities.
UNI MJR KK

More News
Sad to see some people are attacking Kashmiris: Rahul

Sad to see some people are attacking Kashmiris: Rahul

25 Apr 2025 | 5:38 PM

Srinagar, Apr 25 (UNI) Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday said the people of Jammu and Kashmir have unequivocally condemned the recent terror attack in Pahalgam and stand in full solidarity with the nation during this difficult time.

see more..

UP govt to link grant-in-aid scheme with CM YUVA

25 Apr 2025 | 5:15 PM

Lucknow, April 25 (UNI) In a significant move aimed at the economic empowerment of Scheduled Castes (SC), the Uttar Pradesh government is set to link the grant-in-aid scheme under the Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhyudaya Yojana (PM-AJAY) with the Chief Minister Yuva Udyami Vikas Abhiyan (CM YUVA), official sources said here on Friday.

see more..
Devotees at Srinagar's Jamia observe silence for Pahalgam victims

Devotees at Srinagar's Jamia observe silence for Pahalgam victims

25 Apr 2025 | 4:36 PM

Srinagar, Apr 25 (UNI) In a rare gesture, devotees at Kashmir’s historic Jamia Masjid in Srinagar observed a one-minute silence on Friday in solidarity with the victims of the recent terror attack in Pahalgam.

see more..
J&K deputes Cabinet ministers across country to ensure safety of J&K residents

J&K deputes Cabinet ministers across country to ensure safety of J&K residents

25 Apr 2025 | 3:58 PM

Srinagar, Apr 25 (UNI) In the light of recent incidents and to reinforce a sense of security among students and businesspersons from Jammu & Kashmir residing in various parts of the country, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday directed the deployment of Cabinet Ministers to key cities across India.

see more..
J&K LG summons Legislative Assembly session on Apr 28 in Jammu

J&K LG summons Legislative Assembly session on Apr 28 in Jammu

25 Apr 2025 | 3:53 PM

Jammu, Apr 24 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has summoned the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly to convene its session in accordance with Section 18 (1) of the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganization Act, 2019.

see more..