SRINAGAR: The Mughal road, connecting Kashmir Valley's Shopian district with the twin districts of Rajouri and Poonch, was closed due to fresh snowfall, officials said on Sunday. The thoroughfare was closed due to snowfall en route, the officials said.
SRINAGAR: The Army on Sunday said it foiled an infiltration attempt from terrorist along the Line of Control in Uri sector in north Kashmir's Baramulla district. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Army said that the based on a specific input a joint operation was launched along the LoC on Saturday.
SRINAGAR: The Srinagar Meteorological Centre has forecasted the likelihood of light rain or snow in scattered areas of Jammu and Kashmir's higher regions over the next 24 hours.
SRINAGAR: Director General of Police, Dilbag Singh on Saturday said that the militancy was taking its last breaths in JK and that the police are committed to end the remnants of militancy completely.
The Kashmiri willow bat industry, rooted in centuries-old craftsmanship and tradition, faces challenges in the 21st century. Once renowned for crafting hockey sticks, it shifted to cricket bat production post-partition, connecting with Jalandhar and embracing the region's abundant willow wood. Kashmir's unique willow, Salix Alba Caerulea, found global recognition for cricket bats. However, the industry faces threats like raw material scarcity, illegal trading, and competition from other regions. Experts call for sustainable cultivation and government support to safeguard this vital Kashmiri tradition and economic resource. The industry's reputation is on the rise, with Kashmiri willow bats being used by international cricketers, sparking hope for its continued success.