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Singh Approves Maternity, Childcare Leave For Women Soldiers, Sailors, Air Warriors On Par With Officer Counterparts

editor November 5, 2023

NEW DELHI, Nov 5: A plan to give female soldiers, sailors, and air warriors the same benefits as their officer counterparts in terms of maternity, child care, and adoption leave has been authorised by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. According to the Defence Ministry on Sunday, the choice is consistent with Singh's goal of allowing all women, regardless of rank, to participate in the armed forces.According to the statement, the policy will assist women in the military balance their personal and professional life more successfully, which will improve their working circumstances. "A proposal to extend the rules for maternity, child care, and child adoption leave for women soldiers, sailors, and air warriors in the armed forces at par with their officer counterparts has been approved by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh," the statement stated."Once the regulations are released, all women serving in the armed forces, regardless of their rank, will be eligible for this type of leave in an equal manner," the ministry stated. Currently, women officers are entitled to 180 days of paid maternity leave for each child, up to a maximum of two children. Officials state that women officers are entitled to a total of 360 days of paid leave for childcare (if the child is under 18 years old) over their whole military tenure. According to them, 180 days of leave for child adoption are awarded following the date of a kid under one year old's legal adoption.The ministry said in a statement that "the extension of leave rules will go a long way in dealing with women-specific family and social issues relevant to the armed forces." It stated that "this measure will improve the work conditions of women in the military and aid them in better balancing the spheres of professional and family life." The Ministry stated that the three services have led a paradigm change by including women as soldiers, sailors, and air warriors, in keeping with the Narendra Modi Government's commitment to using "Nari Shakti" (women power)."The armed forces will be empowered with the bravery, dedication, and patriotism of women soldiers, sailors, and air warriors to defend the land, sea, and air frontiers of the country with the recruitment of women Agniveers," the statement stated. "Indian women are breaking barriers in almost every field in the armed forces, from being operationally deployed in Siachen, the highest battlefield in the world, to being posted on warships and dominating the skies," the Ministry stated."The recruitment of women into the Indian Army as soldiers in the Corps of Military Police also marked a significant milestone in 2019," it continued. Singh has always believed that women ought to be treated equally to men in all fields. [caption id="attachment_5053" align="alignnone" width="300"] Singh Approves Maternity, Childcare Leave For Women Soldiers, Sailors, Air Warriors On Par With Officer Counterparts[/caption]

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DGP announces Rs 10 lac reward for information related to latest killings of police personnel, labourer

editor November 5, 2023

SRINAGAR: A reward of Rs 10 lakh was announced on Sunday by RR Swain, the recently appointed chief of police in Jammu and Kashmir, for anyone with information regarding the recent targeted killing of a non-local labourer, a police constable, and one police inspector who was critically injured in the union territory. The Director General of Police declared emphatically that nobody would be spared. Masroor Ali, an inspector in the Eidgah region of Srinagar, was just shot by terrorists; at this point, his health is severe. Additionally, suspected terrorists shot and killed Head Constable Gulam Mohammad in Wailoo Uralpora, Pattan, and Non-local Labourer Mukesh Kumar in Trumchi Nowpora, Pulwama.During the announcement of the monetary award, Swain added that the three cases are almost solved. He went on to say that anybody who have given terrorists cars, phones, lodging, or other forms of support will face harsh consequences in accordance with the law. SRR On Tuesday, Swain assumed the role of 17th Director General of Police for Jammu and Kashmir. Former DGP Dilbag Singh, who superannuated on October 31, was replaced in leadership by Swain. Before becoming the DGP of Jammu and Kashmir in 1991, R.R. Swain, an IPS officer from the 1991 batch, held a number of significant and vital roles in the Jammu and Police, including SDPO Kothi Bagh, SP Ramban, SP Kargil, SP Poonch, SSP Kathua, SSP Jammu, SSP Srinagar, AIG (P/W) PHQ, and DIG Vigilance. [caption id="attachment_5050" align="alignnone" width="300"] DGP announces Rs 10 lac reward for information related to latest killings of police personnel, labourer[/caption]

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India’s power consumption grows 9.4 pc to 984.39 billion units in Apr-Oct

editor November 5, 2023

NEW DELHI: India's power consumption increased 9.4% to approximately 984.39 billion units during the April–October fiscal year compared to the same period last year, mostly as a result of improved weather and economic activity. According to data from the electricity ministry, the amount of power consumed during the April–October period of the fiscal year 2022–2023 was 899.95 billion units. Peak electricity consumption, another metric, was considerably higher this fiscal year, coming in at around 241 GW from April to October, as opposed to 215.88 GW in 2022. October saw a roughly 22% increase in the nation's power consumption to 138.94 billion units (BU), indicating a spike in demand for electricity brought on by celebrations and heightened economic activity.According to government data, power consumption in the same month last year was 113.94 billion units, which was higher than the 112.79 billion units recorded in October 2021. "Electricity consumption has gone up substantially in the last couple of months," a Tata Power Delhi Distribution Ltd. representative stated. In the Tata electricity-Delhi Distribution Ltd's operational area, the amount of electricity consumed in October 2023 increased by approximately 10.16 per cent to 845 MUs (million units), as opposed to 767 MUs in October 2022. "This year's delayed arrival of winter is mostly to blame for the continued increase in demand. The representative clarified that the demand phenomenon has also been influenced by the celebratory events that take place in October. The spokesman did note that, in contrast to the same period last year, April and May electricity use were significantly lower this year due to the mild summer. The spokeswoman noted that because of the extremely humid weather, demand has been slowly increasing since July. The demand for electricity in the nation was predicted by the power ministry to reach 229 GW in the summer. Unseasonal rains in April and July prevented demand from reaching the anticipated level. But in June, the peak supply reached a record high of 224.1 GW, and in July, it fell to 209.03 GW. In August, peak demand reached 238.19 GW.This September, it was almost 241 GW. According to industry experts, this year's significant rains in March, April, May, and June had an impact on power consumption. They claimed that in addition to an increase in industrial activity ahead of the holiday season, electricity consumption increased in August and September mostly as a result of the humid weather. They claimed that the influence of celebrations and improved economic activity is reflected in the double-digit increase in power use in October. October saw the celebrations of Durga Puja, Navratri, and Dusshera. Experts believe that because of the upcoming holidays and improved economic activity, the growth in power usage would be stable. [caption id="attachment_5047" align="alignnone" width="300"] India’s power consumption grows 9.4 pc to 984.39 billion units…

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Car Plunges Into Gorge In Doda, 2 Dead

editor November 5, 2023

Jammu, Nov 5: In the Doda area of Jammu and Kashmir, a car went off the road and fell into a steep gorge, killing two people and gravely injuring several , according to police on Sunday. They claimed that the car was travelling from Doda town to Jodhpur village when it was involved in a collision late on Saturday night in Jijote. Shortly after the car tumbled into the gorge, police and community volunteers began a rescue effort, according to Doda Senior Superintendent of Police Abdul Qayoom.According to him, two of the four people who had been rescued in damaged condition and transferred to Doda Medical College Hospital—Ranjeet Kumar, 40, and Sahil Kumar, 18—were pronounced dead when they arrived. According to the officer, Nitin Kumar and Surinder Kumar are receiving care at the hospital. [caption id="attachment_5044" align="alignnone" width="300"] Car Plunges Into Gorge In Doda, 2 Dead[/caption]

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Security tightened after tiffin box-based IED found on Sidhra Narwal highway

editor November 5, 2023

JAMMU: An improvised explosive device (IED) resembling a tiffin box was discovered on the Sidhra Narwal highway stretch on Saturday evening, prompting increased security in Jammu's Nagrota. Following the discovery of a 2 kg IED near the National Highway yesterday, increased security has been implemented along the route. An attempt to target the National Highway was thwarted by the Jammu and Kashmir Police. The statement from Jammu and Kashmir Police stated, "After searching the area, a Tiffin Box-based IED weighing approximately two kilogrammes was found, which has now been taken into possession after successful detonation." The police had stated that at approximately 5:30 p.m., they were notified of the discovery of a suspicious object close to a police checkpoint on the Sidhra Narwal highway in Jammu. Following the information, the Dog Squad, Police Component Jammu, and a police squad hurried to the location. The police added that an investigation is still ongoing and that a case under pertinent sections of the IPC has been filed in this regard. [caption id="attachment_5040" align="alignnone" width="300"] Security tightened after tiffin box-based IED found on Sidhra Narwal highway[/caption]

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Sikh separatist Gurpatwant threatens to blow up Air India flight on 19 Nov

editor November 5, 2023

NEW DELHI: The founder of the Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) organisation, Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a designated terrorist, has made a new video in which he begs Sikhs not to board Air India flights after November 19 because they could endanger their lives. He asserted that on November 19, Air India will not be permitted to operate. "We are requesting that Sikhs avoid travelling on Air India. On November 19, there will be an international embargo. Air India will not be permitted to function. Sikhs, refrain from using Air India after November 19. In the video that is making the rounds on social media, Pannun stated, "Your life could be in danger." According to Pannun, the name of the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport in Delhi will change and it would remain closed on November 19. He emphasised that the present Cricket World Cup final match will take place on this same day. "It is the same day in November on which the final match of the World Terror Cup will be played," he stated. "The name of this airport will be Shahid Beant Singh, Shahid Satwant Singh Khalistan airport, when Punjab will be liberated," he stated. Chief of Staff for SFJ Pannun has threatened people before. Amidst a diplomatic spat between India and Canada after the murder of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in September, he called for Hindu-Canadians to leave the country. In a video that went viral on social media, Gurpatwant Singh Pannun said that Sikhs who supported Khalistan had continuously demonstrated their allegiance to Canada. He continued by threatening and pressuring Hindus living in Indo-Canada to leave the nation. Gurpatwant Singh Pannun's hate speech went viral, and Hindu Forum Canada's lawyers requested that the Canadian Immigration Minister forbid Pannun from entering the country.The lawyer for Hindu Forum Canada wrote to Mark Miller, Canada's Minister of Immigration, claiming that Pannun's recent remarks have traumatised and distressed both the Hindu community and the Canadian public at large. Hindu Forum Canada is an Ontario-based non-profit humanitarian organisation that promotes laws that improve the lives of minority populations in the country. Khalistani secessionists staged a 'Referendum' in Surrey, British Columbia, earlier in September. The founder of the outlawed Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), designated terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, attended the Khalistani separatist assembly at the Guru Nanak Singh Gurudwara in Surrey, Vancouver. Using menacing language, Pannun made a provocative statement directed at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, and other prominent figures. He asserted that India's territorial integrity was being threatened by separatists. Notably, after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau claimed that "agents of the Indian government" were involved in Nijjar's June death, relations between India and Canada have deteriorated. In a tit-for-tat move over Canada's decision, India had denied the claims as "absurd and motivated" and expelled a Canadian envoy. To date, Canada has not made available any proof to the public regarding the killing of Nijjar. [caption id="attachment_5037" align="alignnone" width="249"] Sikh separatist Gurpatwant threatens to…

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Thousands Spend Night Under Open Sky In Nepal After Earthquake damaged houses in Nepal

editor November 5, 2023

Kathmandu, Nov 5: A powerful earthquake that struck the mountainous region of western Nepal on Saturday night left thousands of people there without a place to sleep in the bitter cold. The earthquake claimed 157 lives and left a path of ruin. After the 6.4-magnitude earthquake in the Jajarkot district's Nalgad Municipality shook her home on Friday night around midnight, Bhawana Pun still remembers the horror that kept her up on Saturday night as well. She heard her neighbours who were sleeping outside snoring the entire night, as well as the sounds of traffic on the road. She lacked the bravery to enter the fractured house since aftershocks were happening. "The houses have sustained significant damage as a result of the earthquake." People are therefore sitting outside of their homes," a local from Jajarkot, the epicentre of the nation's most catastrophic earthquake since 2015, stated. The areas of western Nepal's Rukum and Jajarkot, some 500 kilometres northwest of Kathmandu, were most severely struck by the earthquake. The earthquake caused injuries to about 253 individuals. The National Earthquake Monitoring and Research Centre in Nepal reported that approximately 159 aftershocks were registered on Saturday.First aid has been delivered by the Ministry of Home Affairs using Army helicopters. Along with a medical team, Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal "Prachanda" visited the earthquake-affected area on Saturday. He examined the impacted locations and obtained information regarding the degree of the damage during the visit. He later brought the seven injured persons and their families back to Surkhet from Jajarkot. In the wake of the terrible earthquake, the Nepali government has stated that it is not in a rush to seek outside assistance for search and rescue operations, relief distribution, and other logistical needs. During the visit to the earthquake-affected districts, Prachanda stated, "We are yet to make any decision on accepting foreign aid."A government secretary told the Kathmandu Post that the nation is capable of handling the catastrophe's repercussions. "We have an adequate supply of the logistical supplies we were given during the Covid-19 pandemic. For relief and rehabilitation, we have ample materials and staff with the necessary training," the secretary stated. A special aid package for the earthquake victims is anticipated to be decided upon at a Cabinet meeting on Sunday, which Prime Minister Prachanda is expected to chair. On Saturday, the government decided to give the districts of Jajarkot and Rukum West each Rs. 50 million in order to assist the victims with immediate help.Following the Cabinet meeting on Sunday, there will be a meeting of the disaster management committee. Teams for search and rescue activities have been activated by state security agencies in cooperation with local authorities and humanitarian organisations in the wake of the earthquake. For rescue operations, almost 4,000 members of the Nepal Army, the Armed Police Force, and the Nepal Police have been stationed in various areas of the Jajarkot and Rukum districts. Numerous volunteers from various organisations, including the Nepal Red Cross Society, have been enlisted.Brigadier General Krishna Bhandari, the spokesperson for the Nepal Army, stated that troops from three battalions, together with medical and aviation teams, had been dispatched to the two districts that were most severely affected by the earthquake. There are between 800 and 1,000 soldiers in a battalion. Many of the soldiers who have been called into action are skilled in responding quickly and looking for survivors of collapsed buildings.On the first day, our main priority was conducting search and rescue efforts. We will emphasise search and rescue for a few more days because the first 72 hours are thought to be the golden period [for a successful recovery], the Nepal Army spokesperson Brigadier General Krishna Bhandari told the Kathmandu Post. "But from now on, relief distribution will also go hand in hand." The Army is airlifting the wounded and dead while also transferring rescue and medical crews to affected areas utilising five aircraft, including a Sky Truck. The spokesperson for the Nepal Police, Deputy Inspector General Kuber Kadayat, stated that hundreds of people have been impacted by the tragedy. Details on the affected have not yet been determined, though, as they were primarily concerned with search and rescue."Once the search and rescue phase is over, we will start gathering data on the affected and the number of houses damaged or destroyed," he said to the newspaper. Rescue teams had a tough time getting to the impacted areas because the earthquake caused bridge destruction and landslides in some areas. Nepal is prone to earthquakes because it is located on the ridge where the Tibetan and Indian tectonic plates meet. Every century, these plates move two metres closer to one another, causing pressure to build up and explode as an earthquake. [caption id="attachment_5034"…

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Ram Mandir rituals begin today with ‘akshat puja’

editor November 5, 2023

LUCKNOW: On Sunday, November 5, 1,000 kg of rice will be offered in a "akshat puja" in front of the deity by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust as one of the initial rites associated with the consecration (pran-pratistha) ceremony of Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. Before being placed in brass pots and given to 200 volunteers from the RSS and VHP, this rice will be combined with turmeric and desi ghee. These volunteers will then distribute the rice around the nation prior to January 22, 2024, which is the day of the consecration event. Before it is given to the people living in more than five lakh villages nationwide, an additional 100 quintals of rice will be added to it.The purpose of the puja is to inform the public about the consecration event by holding "akshat" ceremonies in villages and cities using the same "akshat" rice as the Ram Temple. In addition, about two crore pamphlets have been printed in several states' regional languages. Every household will receive these pamphlets and "akshat" rice. The Trust will organise a campaign in Ayodhya to distribute 'akshat' rice to families residing in the temple town and encourage them to do the same for their neighbours, family, and acquaintances who live in nearby regions. [caption id="attachment_5031" align="alignnone" width="300"] Ram Mandir rituals begin today with ‘akshat puja’[/caption]

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Primary schools to remain shut till 10 Nov amid severe air pollution

editor November 5, 2023

NEW DELHI: Primary schools in Delhi will remain closed until November 10 due to the city's deteriorating air quality, according to Education Minister Atishi on Sunday. The Minister of Education also disclosed that classes 6–12 might go to online learning. "Primary schools in Delhi will remain closed until November 10th due to the persistently high levels of pollution. Schools have the option of switching to online instruction for grades 6 through 12, according to a post by Atishi on X. Following a dip in pollution readings into the "Severe" category earlier on Friday, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal announced a break for all public and private primary schools in the nation's capital.According to the System of Air Quality Forecasting and Research (SAFAR-India), Delhi's air quality stayed in the "Severe" category on Sunday for the fourth day in a row, despite a slight decrease in the overall Air Quality Index (AQI), which was recorded at 410 on Sunday as opposed to 504 on Saturday. SAFAR-India data indicates that the Delhi University region has 456 (Severe) air quality, whereas the Lodhi Road neighbourhood has 385 (Very Poor) air quality. Similar circumstances were observed in Noida, where SAFAR-India reports that the air quality fell to the "severe" category with an AQI of 466. Gurugram maintained its 'Very Poor' classification for air quality with an AQI of 392. Doctors advise that a healthy person's AQI should be less than 50, but these days, it has risen to 400, which can be lethal for individuals with lung-related conditions and even increase the chance of lung cancer. In a letter, Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai asked Union Minister Bhupender Yadav to forbid cars from adjacent states in the Delhi-NCR from entering Delhi that do not comply with BS-VI standards. Additionally, he asked the environment ministers of the bordering governments to convene in an emergency. The Chief Secretaries of the impacted states have also been asked to respond by the National Green Tribunal (NGT), which has instructed them to take prompt corrective action and present a report on their actions to the tribunal. In a statement, NGT stated that in order to guarantee improved air quality for the locals, prompt action is needed for the prevention and control of air pollution in these cities. [caption id="attachment_5026" align="alignnone" width="300"] Primary schools to remain shut till 10 Nov amid severe air pollution[/caption]

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Sunjuwan attack accused kidnapped in PoJK

editor November 5, 2023

JAMMU: A Lashkar-e-Toiba commander and one of the mastermind of February 2018 Sunjuwan terrorist attack on an Army camp, in Jammu, Khwaja Shahid alias Mia Mujahid, a resident of the Neelum Valley of PoJK has…

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