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*FIR Registered Against Online News Portal / Journalist For Spreading Fake News: Police*

Srinagar, September 6 Police on Monday said that it have registered an FIR against the administrator of a page titled “Kashmir Speaks” for spreading false and misleading information on social media.

In a handout to the police said that earlier, on 26/08/2025, Police Station Khansahib had registered FIR No. 165/2025 under Section 325 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) regarding the killing of a horse at village Rakhai. Investigation revealed that the incident had occurred due to a personal dispute between the parties involved.

However, on 05/10/2025, it came to notice that the said page had published false information alleging that the horse was killed for selling its meat in the market at Arizal, thereby creating unnecessary fear and panic among the local population.

Accordingly, FIR No. 187/2025 under Section 353(2) of BNS has been registered at Police Station Khansahib, and investigation has been initiated.

Budgam Police appeal to the public and social media users to refrain from sharing or spreading unverified and false information that may disturb public peace and tranquility. Strict legal action will be taken against those found involved in such activities, reasd the statement.

Incident Report:
A man identified as Haziq Ahmed, son of Ab. Kayoom Dar, resident of Rohmoo, Pulwama, reportedly jumped near Karwa Banihal Bridge on NH-44. Local youths present at the spot immediately rescued him and shifted him to Banihal Hospital, from where he was further referred to GMC Anantnag for advanced treatment.
Upon receiving the information, SHO Banihal along with the police team reached the spot and took necessary action.

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