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How Graves Are Felling Deodar and Yew Trees

One morning in North Kashmir’s Kupwara, I received information regarding the presence of unauthorised timber stored within a residential premises. On reaching the spot, a small quantity of dry deodar planks was found. The volume was modest, but the timber appeared to have been sourced without the necessary authorisation. Upon further inquiry, it emerged that…

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