Aatif Qayoom

Aatif Qayoom is a Senior Correspondent at Rising Kashmir, covering crime, tourism, sports, and various social issues across Jammu and Kashmir. Known for his accurate and ground-based reporting, he highlights stories that matter to people.
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Kashmir Craft exports soar 243% in Q1, highest in four years

Srinagar, July 19: In a major boost to Kashmir’s traditional craft sector,…

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Mother killed, son critically injured in tragic Srinagar accident

Srinagar, July 18:  A 26-year-old woman tragically lost her life and her…

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J&K’s hidden Alpine Gem BhalPadri now accessible to tourists

An overlooked alpine paradise nestled deep within the mountains of Jammu and…

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Rs 7 lakh fine collected, 42 vehicles seized in traffic violations: RTO Kashmir

· Pan-UT drive launched after spike in accidents · Action against habitual…

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Post Pahalgam attack: Tourist sites in Kashmir set for phased reopening

Srinagar, July 17:The Jammu and Kashmir government is preparing to reopen all…

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Kashmir researchers design firefighting solar boat with UK patent

‘Self-navigating boat to tackle fire outbreaks in houseboats’

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Land Fraud case : CBK raids multiple locations, FIR filed against former tehsildar

Srinagar, July 17: The Economic Offences Wing of the Crime Branch Kashmir…

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Post Pahalgam attack: Tourism stakeholders urge reopening of five major destinations

Srinagar, July 15:Local stakeholders across Kashmir are urging the government to reopen…

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Online gaming wrecks Bandipora man’s life: Loses Rs 1.5 Crore, family left homeless

“It’s like a drug,” says victim; Rs 44 lakh debt, daughter’s education…

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Kashmir valley attracts over 7.5 lakh tourists in first half of 2025

The Kashmir Valley welcomed a robust crowd of 7,53,856 tourists between January…

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