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Haideri’s odyssey combating Drug Abuse:Mir Iterat Haideri ...
( Jammu and Kashmir )
Srinagar| Aga Syed Amin Musvi | WTNS | April 23: In a story that captures the essence of resilience, determination, and the power of grassroots activism, Mir Iterat Haideri, a 22-year-old cyclist from the vibrant neighbourhood of Lal Bazar in Srinagar, recently embarked on an extraordinary 1200km cycling expedition from his hometown to Chandigarh and back. But this was no ordinary cycling trip; it was a heartfelt mission aimed at confronting one of society’s most pressing issues: drug abuse in...
No Damages as MAVs Downed in Iran: FM...
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Geneva| WTNS | April 20:The foreign minister of Iran said the shooting down of micro aerial vehicles by the Iranian air defense over the central city of Isfahan has not resulted in any damages or casualties, deriding the Israeli regime’s desperate attempt to misrepresent its new failure. Hossein Amirabdollahian addressed a meeting of the ambassadors of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) member states in New York on Friday. He outlined Iran’s views regarding the Palestinian issue and...
IRGC Chief: Much harsher response awaits Israel should it at...
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Tehran | WTNS | April 14:The chief commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has warned the Israeli regime that Iran’s reaction will be “certainly much harsher” if the regime responds to Iran’s retaliatory operation. “The Zionist regime must stop its past behavior and learn from this [attack]. If the Zionist regime shows any response, our reaction will certainly be much harsher based on this new experience we have gained from their capabilities,” Major General Hossein Salami...
Biden tells Netanyahu:US will not take part in Israel’...
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Washington | WTNS | April 14:US President Joe Biden has told Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu that the United States will not engage in any counterattack against Iran, according to a senior US administration official. The comments were relayed during a phone call with Netanyahu on Saturday, in the wake of Iran’s retaliatory strikes against Israel. Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) launched “extensive” retaliatory missile and drone strikes against the occupied territories...
Iranian President Raeisi: Aggressor punished as Supreme Lead...
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Tehran | WTNS | April 14:Iranian President Ayatollah Sayed Ebrahim Raeisi has hailed the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC)’s retaliatory attack on the Israeli-occupied territories, saying the hybrid operation taught the occupying regime an unforgettable lesson. In a statement on Sunday, Raeisi said that the drone and missile strike turned a new chapter in the history of Iran’s authority and materialized the sincere promise of Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei...
Local Media Paralysed.Quds Day Rattles Kashmir and Kargil....
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Srinagar | WTNS | Special Correspondent |April 07: In a deeply moving display of solidarity, communities across Kashmir and Kargil joined hands in widespread Quds Rallies, echoing the heartfelt plea for justice on the final Friday of Ramzan-ul-Mubarak. Despite the profound significance of these rallies, local media outlets remained conspicuously silent, overlooking these impactful events. The administration and various organizations collaborated effectively to ensure that the solidarity demonstrations...
J&K’s avian diversity surges: Study identifies 592 bi...
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Srinagar | WTNS | April 04:Jammu and Kashmir’s rich avifauna has witnessed a notable surge, with the discovery of 592 bird species, according to a recent study published in Indian Birds, a journal of South Asian Ornithology. The comprehensive analysis, led by Wildlife Warden North Intesar Suhail and co-authored by Muzaffar A Kichloo, Neeraj Sharma, Parvaiz Shagoo, and Parmil Kumar highlight a significant improvement from previous reports. Previously, the last checklist in 2020 listed 555 bird...
Ancient Healing Tradition Takes Centre Stage in Kashmir Vall...
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Srinagar | WTNS |Staff Reporter | March 21:Despite the relentless march of modern medicine, the age-old tradition of using leeches for therapeutic purposes has experienced an unprecedented resurgence, drawing hordes of eager individuals seeking relief from a myriad of ailments. From the bustling streets of Srinagar to the remote corners of the valley, practitioners of leech therapy have witnessed an overwhelming influx of patients, all clamouring for the purported healing powers of these humble creatures. Mohammad...
PM Modi Flags off First Electric Train in J&K...
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Srinagar | WTNS | Feb 21: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday visited Jammu where he inaugurated the first Electric Train and also inaugurated the train service between Sangaldan station and Baramulla station. He also launched multiple development projects, including those for education, railway, aviation, and road sectors, worth over 32,000 crore. Also, he distributed appointment orders to about 1,500 new Jammu and Kashmir government recruits. The Prime Minister laid the foundation stone for...
Iran among top 5 countries in nuclear industry: Atomic chief...
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Tehran | WTNS | Feb 20:The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran (AEOI) says the country ranks among the top five in the nuclear industry despite years of sanctions imposed by the West. Speaking on Tuesday, Mohammad Eslami highlighted Iran’s achievements in its peaceful nuclear energy program, including the production of high-quality heavy water. “Iran is placed among the world’s top five countries in many fields such as the nuclear industry,” he said. “Today, we are at...