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Jaishankar Meets Chinese VP; Says Normalisation Of Ties Can Produce Mutually Beneficial Outcomes

Beijing, Jul 14: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday conveyed to Chinese Vice President Han Zheng that continued normalisation of India-China ties can produce mutually beneficial outcomes and an open exchange of views between the two sides is “very important” considering the “complex” global scenario. The external affairs minister held talks with Zheng shortly…

Jaishankar Meets Chinese VP; Says Normalisation Of Ties Can Produce Mutually Beneficial Outcomes
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Amit Shah Reviews Security Along Indo-Pak Border, Airports With Top Officials
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Amit Shah Reviews Security Along Indo-Pak Border, Airports With Top Officials

New Delhi, May 9: Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday reviewed the prevailing situation along India’s border with Pakistan and airports in the country amid the military conflict between the two countries, sources said. The meeting came hours after the Border Security Force said it has foiled an infiltration bid from across the International Border…

Govt committed to offer 200 units free electricity: CM Omar Abdullah

JAMMU: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said that Jammu and Kashmir aims to achieve self-sufficiency in power generation in next two years, ensuring a reliable electricity supply, and that the government was committed to offering 200 units of free electricity. He said Jammu and Kashmir Power Development Corporation was prioritizing the development of hydroelectric…

Govt committed to offer 200 units free electricity: CM Omar Abdullah
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Grenade attack on police station in north Kashmir’s Baramulla, no casualties: Officials
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Grenade attack on police station in north Kashmir’s Baramulla, no casualties: Officials

BARAMULLA: A suspected grenade attack took place at a police station in north Kashmir's Baramulla district late last night, police said today. "During the night intervening March 4-5, at approximately 2120 hrs, a blast-like sound was heard from the backside of Police Post Old Town, Baramulla, causing concern among the general public. No casualty or…

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Indian dog belonging to BSF K9 unit creates history by winning first position at All India Police Duty Meet
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Indian dog belonging to BSF K9 unit creates history by winning first position at All India Police Duty Meet

LUCKNOW: A dog from the Indian type known as the Mudhol Hound, used by the Border Security Force, made history when it won the All India Police Duty Meet (AIPDM), an event in which canines from all breeds competed. The Border Security Force reports that BSF's K9, trained by constable Ashok Kumar Kumawat, won first place in the AIPDM, which took place in Lucknow from February 12 to 16. The dog, Riyaa, is an indigenous breed of Mudhol Hound. "With the win, history was created as it was for the first time that an Indian breed was pitched in a competition and it secured the first position," stated a spokesperson.43 teams with 116 canines in total—many of which were foreign breeds—participated in the competition, according to the BSF. DG BSF commended the team and expressed gratitude for their historic achievement. Additionally, it was disclosed that the BSF Dog Squad Team emerged victorious in the 67th AIPDM, taking home two trophies, a gold medal in the tracker trade, and the title of best dog in the competition for their native Mudhol Hound, Riyaa. Under the leadership of Dr. Neeraj Verma, Deputy Commandant (Veterinary), the squad was successful. Karnataka is home to the Mudhol Hound, a kind of hunting dog. [caption id="attachment_11119" align="alignnone" width="300"] Indian dog belonging to BSF K9 unit creates history by winning first position at All India Police Duty Meet[/caption]  

Mandeep Kaur inspects ongoing works, assets of Jammu Municipal Corporation
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Mandeep Kaur inspects ongoing works, assets of Jammu Municipal Corporation

JAMMU: Mandeep Kaur, the commissioner secretary for the housing and urban development department, took a thorough tour of Jammu City today, stopping at several areas to evaluate the status of ongoing projects and JMC assets. Rahul Yadav, the Commissioner of the Jammu Municipal Corporation, as well as other senior officials were with her. Mandeep Kaur visited the forthcoming 5 TPD Material Recovery Canter (MRC) being handled by CEE as well as the Bandu-Rakh 5 TPD Material Recovery facility (MRF). She was told that the new MRC will have internal recycling and be the first of its kind in Jammu & Kashmir.She gave the officials instructions to expand MRF's capacity. She emphasised the significance and necessity of appropriate waste management and requested that the concerned officials begin composting as soon as possible in order to handle moist trash as well. The Commissioner Secretary paid a visit to the Jeevan Nagar commercial complex, the first phase of which has been finished. She gave orders to pick up the pace on the remaining tasks so they could be finished on time. Mandeep Kaur also went to Dogra Hall and the Gujjar Nagar abattoir. She gave the officials orders to finish the unfinished business there first.She gave the Commissioner JMC instructions to research the optimal operating model and use self-sustaining outsourcing to guarantee these facilities are operating properly. Finally, the Commissioner Secretary made a visit to the JMC livestock pound at Dogra Hall and the under-construction cow pound at Bandhu-Rakh. She gave the concerned party instructions to use the cow dung compost from Dogra Hall in JMC parks and gardens using the appropriate system, expressing her appreciation for the work and upkeep done at the cattle pound. The Commissioner Secretary urged the officers to make sure that all ongoing development projects are completed within the designated schedule and quality requirements, but also as quickly as possible. During the visit, other attendees included the Joint Commissioner (H&S), Joint Commissioner (W), Executive Engineer (M), Municipal Veterinary Officer, and others. [caption id="attachment_11116" align="alignnone" width="300"] Mandeep Kaur inspects ongoing works, assets of Jammu Municipal Corporation[/caption]    

Defence ministry clears procurement of military hardware worth Rs 84560 cr

NEW DELHI: In order to improve the armed forces' overall combat capabilities, the defence ministry approved the purchase of military gear worth Rs 84,560 crore on Friday, including multi-mission maritime aircraft. The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), presided over by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, approved the procurement proposals. New generation anti-tank mines, software defined radios, medium range maritime reconnaissance and multi-mission maritime aircraft, heavy weight torpedoes, and air defence tactical control radar are among the suggestions approved by the Defence Analytical Commission. According to the defence ministry, the DAC authorised the purchase of multi-mission and medium-range maritime reconnaissance aircraft to bolster the Indian Coast Guard's and Indian Navy's observation and interdiction capacities.In order to improve the air defence systems, particularly their capacity to identify small, slow-moving, and low-flying targets, a proposal to purchase air defence tactical control radar was also authorised, according to the statement. "In order to enhance the operational efficiency and domination in the tactical battle area for engaging targets that are beyond visual line of sight by the mechanised forces, the AoN (approval of necessity) under Buy (Indian-IDDM) category has been accorded for procurement of canister launched anti-armour loiter munition system," said the defence ministry. It stated that in order to improve the Indian Air Force's operational capabilities and reach, the DAC granted AoN permission to purchase flight refuelling aircraft. [caption id="attachment_11104" align="alignnone" width="300"] Defence ministry clears procurement of military hardware worth Rs 84560 cr[/caption]  

‘Agniveer’ scheme brought to benefit business house: Rahul Gandhi

BIHAR: On Friday, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused the Narendra Modi administration of introducing the 'Agniveer' programme to syphon off military budget emoluments and use it to enrich a large corporate conglomerate. Gandhi made the accusation at Mohania, in the Kaimur district of Bihar, which borders Uttar Pradesh. This is a region where a big number of young people are known to enlist in the military. Two years ago, the area saw widespread demonstrations against the Agniveer plan. Gandhi claimed, "An Agniveer will not get access to the canteen or a salary and pension on par with a regular army soldier."On June 15, 2022, the government unveiled the 'Agnipath' initiative, which aims to hire candidates for the three services who are 'below the officer's rank' for a four-year term as 'Agniveers'. "This is because the Modi government does not want to spend the defence budget on salary and other perks of soldiers," asserted the former president of the Congress. It desires to use the funds for a business house's advantage. Gandhi had earlier in the day declared that if the INDIA alliance wins the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, they would honour the long-standing requests of the nation's farmers and give a legal guarantee to the minimum support price (MSP) of crops.As part of his "Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra," he spoke to a group of farmers in Rohtas, Bihar, known as the "Kisan Nyay Panchayat." He asserted that "cultivators are not getting the remunerative prices for their crops." We would provide MSP with a legal assurance if the INDIA bloc wins the general elections. Farmers have always received what they have asked for from the Congress. Gandhi declared, "We have always protected the interests of cultivators and will continue to do so, whether it be through loan waiver or MSP." His remarks coincide with the call for a "Bharat Bandh" by the farmers' organisation Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM) on Friday in an effort to pressure the BJP-led federal government to grant the demands of the growers, which include a legally mandated minimum support price for crops. Punjabi farmers started their 'Delhi Chalo' march on Tuesday, but at the border crossings of Shambhu and Khanauri, which separate Delhi from Haryana, security guards intervened. Since then, the farmers who are protesting have set up camp near the border crossings. On Friday, their discontent reached its fourth day.Gandhi added, "If you look at the media coverage, you find little mention of farmers and other people and opposition leaders like us," while speaking at the Mohania rally in Kaimur. Modi will be seen occupying space with his pals. "On sometimes, you may also find Nitish Kumar beside the Prime Minister," the Congress leader added. The comment, which was directed towards the Bihar chief minister who had recently left the opposition group INDIA and joined the alliance led by the BJP, caused the crowds to erupt in laughter. [caption id="attachment_11094" align="alignnone" width="300"] 'Agniveer' scheme brought to benefit business house: Rahul Gandhi[/caption]