Skip to Main content

17.56°^C Vancouver

News Entertainment Sports Videos Shows Podcast Contact Us

Jul 9, 2020 2:02 AM -

BJP leader Waseem Bari, brother and father shot dead by terrorists in J-K's Bandipora

Share On

bjp-leader-waseem-bari-brother-and-father-shot-dead-by-terrorists-in-j-ks-bandipora

Former Bandipora BJP president Wasim Bari, his father and brother, succumbed to their injuries after terrorists fired upon them, said Police on Wednesday. Photo-ANI

Former Bandipora BJP president Wasim Bari, his father and brother, succumbed to their injuries after terrorists fired upon them, said Police on Wednesday.

"Former Bandipora BJP president Wasim Bari, his father and brother, all 3 succumbed to their injuries," said Jammu and Kashmir DGP Dilbag Singh.

Terrorists fired upon BJP leader Wasim Bari outside his shop near Bandipur police station at around 9 pm, sources said on Wednesday.

"The family had a component of 8 security people but unfortunately, none of them was kept along at the time of the incident," Singh added.

In the firing, his brother Umar Sultan and father Bashir also got injured, sources said.

PM enquires about BJP leader Wasim Bari's killing, extends condolences to kin

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday enquired about the killing of BJP leader Wasim Bari in Jammu and Kashmir's Bandipora and expressed condolences to the family of deceased, Union Minister of State in Prime Minister's Office (PMO) Dr Jitendra Singh said.

Latest news

iran-says-no-final-agreement-talks-if-u-s-threats-continue

WorldJul 07, 2026

Iran says no final agreement talks if U.S. threats continue

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Tehran will not begin negotiations on a final agreement with the United States if what he described as U.S. threats continue. In a post on social media, Araghchi said Clause 13 of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) states that negotiations on a final agreement cannot begin in an atmosphere of threats. He also urged the United States to honour its commitments under the agreement. According to Araghchi, Clause 13 commits both countries to implementing a ceasefire, removing restrictions affecting the Strait of Hormuz, providing sanctions relief and

cbsa-lays-12-charges-against-two-alleged-immigration-agents-in-126-000-international-student-tuition-fraud-case

CanadaJul 07, 2026

CBSA lays 12 charges against two alleged immigration agents in $126,000 international student tuition fraud case

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has laid 12 criminal charges against two alleged immigration agents accused of defrauding international students of nearly $126,000 through a tuition fee scheme. According to the CBSA, the investigation began in February 2025 after Lambton College provided confidential information alleging that the suspects collected tuition payments from students, issued fraudulent documents, and failed to enroll them in the post-secondary programs they had promised. Following the seizure and examination of digital evidence, the CBSA said Hardik Dave of Cambridge, Ont.

WorldJul 07, 2026

India to supply BrahMos missiles to Indonesia as leaders strengthen defence partnership

India and Indonesia have agreed to strengthen their defence partnership, with India confirming it will supply supersonic BrahMos missiles to the Indonesian military following high-level talks in Jakarta on Tuesday. The decision was announced after a bilateral meeting between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto. According to statements issued following the meeting, the two leaders also agreed to enhance maritime security cooperation and strengthen supply chains for critical minerals. In the presence of both leaders, officials from the two countries sign

carney-appoints-principal-secretary-tom-pitfield-conservative-mp-richard-martel-to-senate

CanadaJul 07, 2026

Carney appoints principal secretary Tom Pitfield, Conservative MP Richard Martel to Senate

Prime Minister Mark Carney has appointed four new senators, including his principal secretary Tom Pitfield and Conservative MP Richard Martel, marking the first Senate appointments of his tenure. The Prime Minister's Office announced Tuesday that Pitfield and Martel will represent Quebec in the upper chamber. According to the announcement, Carney is also ending the previous government's practice of using a non-partisan advisory process as the primary criterion for Senate appointments. Pitfield has served as Carney's principal secretary since the prime minister took office in March 2025 and has

alberta-announces-15-million-for-highway-63-repairs-and-maintenance

AlbertaJul 07, 2026

Alberta announces $15 million for Highway 63 repairs and maintenance

The Alberta government has announced $15 million in additional funding for repairs and maintenance on Highway 63. According to the provincial government, the funding will be used to repair potholes and improve road conditions, including on the section of the highway that runs through Fort McMurray. The announcement follows a June protest in which dozens of local residents filled potholes along Highway 63 to draw attention to the road's condition. The government has not said the additional funding is directly linked to the demonstration. Transportation and Economic Corridors Minister Devin Dree

Related News

Channi skips Baghel meeting as divisions surface within Punjab Congress

Channi skips Baghel meeting as divisions surface within Punjab Congress

Former Punjab chief minister and Member of Parliament Charanjit Singh Channi skipped a meeting convened by Punjab Congress in-charge Bhupesh Baghel, as internal differences within the state unit continued to surface following the party's recent organisational restructuring. According to party sources, Channi met with his supporters, including Members of Parliament, MLAs and former legislators, before leaving for New Delhi, where he is expected to meet with the Congress high command. Sources said Channi currently has the backing of MP Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa, six MLAs and newly appointed work

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Visit Punjab in August, Ravneet Singh Bittu Announces

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Visit Punjab in August, Ravneet Singh Bittu Announces

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Punjab in August, Union Minister of State for Railways Ravneet Singh Bittu announced. According to Bittu, the prime minister will inaugurate a major railway project during the visit. He also said Modi is expected to launch several other development projects for the state. The date of the visit and additional details have not yet been announced. The Prime Minister's Office and the central government have not yet released further information about the proposed projects or the official itinerary. Political observers have linked the planned visit to the Bhar

Modi, Iranian President Pezeshkian discuss West Asia situation in phone call

Modi, Iranian President Pezeshkian discuss West Asia situation in phone call

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke by telephone with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Tuesday, with the two leaders discussing the latest developments in West Asia and possible paths forward in the region. According to the Government of India, Pezeshkian briefed Modi on recent developments and the current situation in the region.During the conversation, Modi welcomed progress between Iran and the United States and reiterated India's long-standing position that all issues should be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy. India has consistently advocated for peace and stability in

Legals

Journalism code of ethics

© 2021 AKASH Broadcasting Inc.

MANAGED BY STRATWIT

useful links

Accessibility Plan

Broadcasting Notice of Consultation

BC Children's Hospital