The limitless potential of Kashmiri girls is on vivid display as they excel across diverse domains, notably in sports.

In a recent triumph, a teenage sensation from Kulgam district clinched the gold medal at the National Pencak Silat Championship held in Bihar.

Dar Saawya Ashiq, an 11-year-old daughter of Ashiq Hussain Dar, hailing from Malipora in Akhran area of Mirbazar, Kulgam, emerged victorious at the 11th National Pre-Teen, Pre-Junior, and Junior Championship.

The event, hosted at the Pataliputra Sports Stadium in Patna, Bihar, witnessed a spirited contest among 1400 players representing 34 States and Union Territories.

Saawya, a determined 6th-grade student at K.Y International School Harnag, Anantnag, attributes her remarkable achievement to the unswerving support of her coach, Asif, and her family.

When reflecting on her success, Saawya highlighted the challenges faced by athletes due to inadequate sports infrastructure, emphasizing the need for better facilities and academies in Jammu Kashmir.

Beyond her sporting prowess, Saawya advocates for a healthy lifestyle, cautioning against substance abuse and excessive mobile phone usage.

She passionately champions regular exercise, underscoring its comprehensive benefits for both physical and mental well-being.

Having secured silver, bronze, and gold medals at district, state, and now national levels, Saawya aspires to represent the nation at the international stage. Her determination fuels her commitment to hard work and dedication.

In a plea to parents, she urges them to support their children’s interests in sports, believing that nurturing talent in this field can pave the way for a promising future.

Proud of their daughter’s achievement, Saawya’s parents express their delight, emphasizing the importance of guiding and supporting daughters toward success in their chosen endeavors.

Israeli authorities obtained a comprehensive battle plan by Hamas for an attack on October 7th more than a year in advance.

This 40-page document, codenamed “Jericho Wall,” detailed a meticulous invasion strategy causing around 1,200 casualties, reported New York Times.

Despite circulating among Israeli military and intelligence leaders, experts deemed the attack beyond Hamas’s capabilities, dismissing it as aspirational.

Even warnings close to the event were downplayed or disregarded, leading to an unprepared Israeli military as the attack unfolded, resulting in the deadliest day in Israel’s history.

The failure to take these warnings seriously and the deep-rooted belief that Hamas lacked the capacity for such an attack led to a cascade of missteps, now regarded as Israel’s worst intelligence failure since the Arab-Israeli war of 1973.

This comprehensive document revealed Hamas’s detailed plan to breach Israeli fortifications, employing rockets, drones, and infiltrating forces.

It highlighted targets such as Israeli military bases, reflecting an audacious yet underestimated blueprint.

Despite prior indications of Hamas’s intent, Israeli officials overlooked the group’s actions, including acquiring sophisticated weaponry and increasing their fighting force significantly.

There were missed opportunities to address and interpret these warning signs accurately.

The document, coupled with later warnings and exercises mirroring the plan, showcased Hamas’s evolving capabilities, narrowing the gap between possibility and aspiration.

Yet, due to ingrained beliefs and misinterpretations, the warnings were not heeded appropriately, leading to an intelligence failure akin to previous historic lapses, notably the U.S. 9/11 attacks.

Police today said that it has taken cognizance against 6 individuals for the propagation of false information about the latest ‘sensitive content’ posted by a student at NIT Srinagar.

Srinagar Police & Cyber Police Kashmir have taken cognizance against 06 individuals for propagation of false information, instigating content inciting disaffection & anti-social propaganda on social media platforms.

Legal action under relevant sections of law has been taken,” police said in a tweet and appealed common public to desist from posting, sharing, propagating instigative, provocative content, misinformation, anti-social propaganda & rumour mongering on social media.

Earlier, Jammu Kashmir’s Director General of Police (DGP) RR Swain emphasized strict actions against social media content capable of inciting communal unrest, promoting terrorism, or disturbing peace.

He affirmed the police’s duty to prevent disrespect towards Prophet Muhammad (SAW) or any religious group.

Speaking to reporters in Jammu, DGP Swain discussed the recent derogatory video posted by an NIT student, highlighting the police’s intent to apprehend those spreading objectionable content disrupting communal harmony or instigating violence.

Pertinently, students of National Institute of Technology (NIT), Srinagar, in a statement issued to The Kashmiriyat said that On 28th Nov, they carried out a peaceful procession as they were “deeply hurt” with the story uploaded on Instagram by a student of the college.

The blasphemous remark triggered a series of protests in some colleges of the valley which continued on Friday.

On Friday, protests were taken out in the Islamic University of Science and Technology and at the Kashmir University to demand action against the accused student.

Amid escalating tensions, the Israeli army’s widespread destruction in the Gaza Strip has leftover 60% of homes and residential units razed, according to the government media office in Gaza.

The severe humanitarian crisis is compounded by the collapse of the health sector, with 26 hospitals and 55 health centers rendered inoperable due to targeted bombings. Tragically, thousands of bodies remain trapped under rubble, as civil defense teams struggle with limited resources and equipment.

Gaza requires 1,000 daily aid trucks and one million liters of fuel to initiate recovery. The international community is urged to address the dire situation, holding Israel accountable for the devastating consequences.

Continuation – Humanitarian Appeal:

The media office underscores the immediate need for humanitarian aid, appealing to the Arab and Islamic nations, the Arab League, and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation to formulate an urgent rescue plan.

With over a quarter of a million families affected, the call extends to introducing fully-equipped field hospitals to save the wounded. Additionally, hundreds of pieces of equipment for Civil Defense and emergency teams are urgently sought to retrieve bodies still trapped under rubble.

“The residential units housed more than 50,000 families who lost their homes entirely, in addition to 250,000 housing units partially destroyed by the occupation,” it added.

Israeli Detentions in the West Bank:

Meanwhile, Israeli forces have detained 3,390 Palestinians in a series of raids across the occupied West Bank since October 7, including 260 during humanitarian pauses, report local NGOs. Arrests occurred through home raids and at military checkpoints, involving instances of coercion and hostage-taking. The detentions, marked by torture, beatings, and threats against detainees and their families, have contributed to heightened tensions in the West Bank amid the ongoing conflict.

Continuation – Humanitarian Pause and Prisoner Exchange:

In a move to de-escalate tensions, Israel and Hamas have agreed to extend a humanitarian pause in the Gaza Strip. This extension follows a series of releases, with 66 Israeli prisoners freed in exchange for 210 Palestinians during the initial pause. The situation remains fluid as both sides navigate a delicate balance in the midst of a complex and challenging conflict.