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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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Ant-militancy operations to remain top priority: ADGP

POONCH: Anand Jain, the Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) for Jammu Zone, stated on Friday that police and security personnel will continue to give top priority to counterterrorism operations in the area. While presiding over a security and crime assessment meeting in Conference Hall DPO Poonch, ADGP Jammu Zone made these statements. Dr. Haseeb Mughal, DIG Rajouri Poonch Range, was with him. SSP Poonch provided ADGP with a thorough PPT briefing at the meeting on the actions being taken to carry out anti-militancy operations and drive out the militancy from the district. The meeting's goals were to talk about the most recent attack on security troops.It is clear that there is a resurgence of terrorism in the area, but the police and security agencies must take all necessary precautions to contain the problem from the start. The ADGP Jammu Zone emphasised the importance of closely monitoring all subversive actions taking place in the Poonch district. He claimed that the enemy nation is constantly looking for methods to intrude on this district's tranquilly and serenity.   [caption id="attachment_9246" align="alignnone" width="300"] Ant-militancy operations to remain top priority: ADGP[/caption]

Aadhaar will not be considered as valid proof of date of birth: EPFO

NEW DELHI: The retirement fund regulator EPFO has declared that Aadhaar will no longer be accepted as verification of birthdate. The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) stated in an official circular on January 16 that the elimination of Aadhaar was decided upon in accordance with a mandate from the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI). The circular states that Aadhaar is also being taken from the list of documents where the date of birth can be corrected. In a December 22, 2023, circular from the UIDAI, it was stated that while an Aadhaar number can be used to verify an individual's identification, it is not a means of proving one's date of birth in and of itself. According to UIDAI, numerous high courts have made it clear in recent rulings that Aadhaar is insufficient as evidence of date of birth. A birth certificate from the Registrar of Births and Deaths, a marksheet from an accredited university or government board, and a PAN (Permanent Account Number) card are among the many papers that can be used as legal evidence of birthdate. [caption id="attachment_9243" align="alignnone" width="300"] Aadhaar will not be considered as valid proof of date of birth: EPFO[/caption]  

Take a look at idol of Lord Ram inside Ayodhya temple’s sanctum sanctorum

AYODHYA: The statue of Lord Ram was put within the sanctum sanctorum of the Ayodhya Rama Mandir on Thursday, ahead of the Pran Pratishta event on January 22. The idol's first picture, which was concealed by a veil, was made public on Thursday during the sanctum sanctorum placement ceremony. Sharad Sharma, the Vishwa Hindu Parishad's communications coordinator, released the images. Inside the hallowed confines of the Sri Ram Temple, venerated Acharyas and Brahmins led worship rituals. Members of the Ram Janmabhoomi Tirth Kshetra reportedly took part in the prayers as well, according to the VHP. Renowned Karnataka sculptor Arun Yogiraj created the idol of "Ram Lalla." The idol weights 1.5 tonnes and is 51 inches tall. The idol, which is made of the same stone, shows Lord Ram as a five-year-old boy standing atop a lotus. [caption id="attachment_9240" align="alignnone" width="300"] Take a look at idol of Lord Ram inside Ayodhya temple's sanctum sanctorum[/caption]  

DGP sanctions Rs 19 lac meritorious scholarship

JAMMU: 374 wards of active, retired, and deceased police personnel will receive a meritorious scholarship of Rs 19 lakh from Director General of Police (DGP) of Jammu and Kashmir, RR Swain. According to a statement, 344 wards of active police officers have received Rs 17,42,000 in compensation for earning 80 percent or more in the class 10 annual exams during the 2022–2023 academic year. According to the announcement, 26 wards of the slain police officers have been approved for scholarships totaling Rs 1.3 lakh through another order. The letter also stated that four wards of retired police officers have been approved for scholarships. The Jammu and Kashmir Police offers merit-based scholarship programmes, including ones for the offspring of active, deceased, and martyred police officers or Special Police Officers (SPOs) who have demonstrated remarkable performance in various exams. [caption id="attachment_9237" align="alignnone" width="206"] DGP sanctions Rs 19 lac meritorious scholarship[/caption]  

80 Kanals JDA land retrieved

JAMMU: The Jammu Development Authority (JDA) carried out an anti-encroachment campaign in the villages of Majeen and Rangoora. 42 temporary and pacca constructions were dismantled during the drive, which was led by the concerned JDA Tehsildar and coordinated by SDPO Jammu East, SHO Bagh-e-Bahu, SDPO Nagrota, and SHO Nagrota, in order to free up 80 Kanals of JDA land. According to a JDA spokesman, the effort was seen by the JDA Director of Land Management, who was overseen by the Vice-Chairman and had the backing of SSP Jammu. [caption id="attachment_9234" align="alignnone" width="300"] 80 Kanals JDA land retrieved[/caption]  

Murder accused escapes from police lockup

SAMBA: Late Friday night, a murder suspect broke out of the Ramgarh Police Station (PS) in Samba. Sahil Sharma, also known as Gilka, is the son of Rakesh Kumar of Vijaypur. He was detained in connection with FIR No. 93/2023 U/S 302,148,149 IPC, 3/4/25, A. Act, and was kept in lockup at Police Station Ramgarh. However, sources claim that Gilka has escaped from police custody. He and the other three suspects were taken into custody a few days ago. They are all connected to the murder of Akshay, which took place on December 25, 2023, in the Ramgarh Police Station's jurisdictional area of Gudwal. Samba Police has conducted search operations in this regard at various sites, but they have not been successful thus far. [caption id="attachment_9231" align="alignnone" width="300"] Murder accused escapes from police lockup[/caption]

District admin Jammu conducts anti-encroachment drive at Canal Road

JAMMU: The district administration, along with the Nowabad Police Station, launched a thorough anti-encroachment campaign along Canal Road. The police team led by SP City Kulbir Handa provided assistance to the Jammu Municipal Corporation and District Administration authorities under the direction of Additional DC Jammu, Ansuya Jamwal, to ensure a seamless anti-encroachment drive. Footpath encroachment was cleared during the drive, and merchandise outside stores was seized. In addition, the offenders received challans and notifications, along with stern instructions to stop infringing on roads and walkways.The district administration crew cleared temporary decorations, flexes, and other items from in front of the businesses in addition to seizing the merchandise that was on display outside the stores. Even the lightbulbs over the fruit shop's parasol were taken out. The roadside Reharis' licences were also examined by the anti-encroachment team, who challaned those without proper authorization. Operators of auto rickshaws were also requested to park their cars only at approved stands, not by the side of the road. The district administration team removed the seized products for additional action after the drive, which lasted for over an hour. This was the second major anti-encroachment drive in Jammu city, after the area around Raghunath Bazar. [caption id="attachment_9228" align="alignnone" width="300"] District admin Jammu conducts anti-encroachment drive at Canal Road[/caption]