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Over 2,300 H1N1 Cases Among 3,000 Influenza Infections ; CM Calls For Emergency Meeting

NEW DELHI, Aug 25: Delhi Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh on Tuesday said that Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has called for an emergency review meeting amid a rise in influenza cases in the national capital. Asserting that the situation was under control with adequate doctors and medicines, Singh said Delhi has reported around 3,000 influenza…

Over 2,300 H1N1 Cases Among 3,000 Influenza Infections ; CM Calls For Emergency Meeting
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Govt Restricts Fixed Dose Combinations Containing 2 Chemical Compounds For Young Children
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Govt Restricts Fixed Dose Combinations Containing 2 Chemical Compounds For Young Children

NEW DELHI, Aug 22: In a significant step to safeguard the health and safety of young children, the Government has imposed restrictions on the manufacture, sale and distribution of all fixed dose combinations containing Chlorpheniramine Maleate and Phenylephrine Hydrochloride, mandating a clear warning that these medicines shall not be used in children below four years…

Enrolment In Govt Schools Fell By Nearly 86 Lakh Between 2023-24 And 2025-26: MoE Report

New Delhi, Jul 7: Enrolment in government schools fell by nearly 86 lakh between 2023-24 and 2025-26 while private unaided recognised schools added more than 88 lakh students during the same period, according to the UDISE 2025-26 report released by the Ministry of Education. UDISE+ (Unified District Information System for Education Plus) is the Centre’s…

Enrolment In Govt Schools Fell By Nearly 86 Lakh Between 2023-24 And 2025-26: MoE Report
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Jaishankar Meets Chinese VP; Says Normalisation Of Ties Can Produce Mutually Beneficial Outcomes
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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…

First electric engine train trial run on Sangaldan-Khari section held

RAMBAN, Feb 13:  On Tuesday night, the first eight-coach electric engine train of the USBRL project made its way from the Sangaldan-Khari segment to the 111-kilometer Banihal-Katra stretch. The train trial run between the Banihal-Khari-Sumbar-Sangaldan Railway Stations was observed by a sizable crowd. The Konkan and AFCON International Limited engineers, hired by Northern Railway for the USBRL Project, have reported that Siemens Limited has finished the 25 kV Railway Electrification (ROCS) work between Sangaldan and Khari Stations, and Northern Railway Firozpur Division has successfully completed the first Memu trial run of an electric engine train consisting of eight coaches.They claimed that the trial run was carried out on the USBRL project's Banihal-Khari-Sumbar Sangaldan sections in front of Northern Railway officials and engineers. Additionally, the engineers declared that the USBRL project's Banihal-Sangaldan segment in the Ramban area is operational. According to a representative of Northern Railway's Firozpur Division, the Sangaldan-Banihal segment of the USBRL project has been finished and is now prepared for the required CRS inspections.In the meantime, a statement from the Chief Administrative Officer of the Northern Railway Construction Organisation for the USBRL project said that the newly built lines in the Firozpur Division's Khari-Sumber (13.656 km) and Sumber-Sangaldan (19.504 km) sections will soon be open for electric train operation. Following the tram inspection on 15 February, the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) will undertake a high-speed trial of the stretch by special train on 16 February. Following that, train service between the USBRL project's Khari and Sangaldan stations will begin.A handout advises the people to avoid the Khari-Sumbar-Sangaldan stretch of the railway lines since crossing the track at any point is considered trespassing, which is illegal and subject to penalty under the Railway Act. [caption id="attachment_10937" align="alignnone" width="300"] First electric engine train trial run on Sangaldan-Khari section held[/caption]  

DIG Patil holds reward ceremony for officials

RAMBAN: The policemen and officials of the districts of Doda, Kishtwar, and Ramban who have been selected by Zonal Police Headquarters Jammu as the finest in their various sectors of policing were honoured at a prize ceremony conducted at RPHQ, Batote. Shridhar Patil, Dy. Inspector General of Police, DKR Range, Hqrs. Batote, oversaw the program's organisation and gave the recipients their Commendation Certificates Class-I. The purpose of the programme was to honour the officers' efforts, raise their spirits for their exceptional work, and convey to the police of the DKR Range that Anand Jain, ADGP Jammu-Zone, is aware of and grateful for their committed efforts in the line of duty.Commendation Certificate Class-I was awarded to a total of 22 officers and officials. Anand Jain, DIG of Police, congratulated the recipients and spoke on behalf of ADGP Jammu. He said that this accomplishment is a testament to the commitment and hard work made by the people in various fields and hoped that others would follow suit and carry out their duties with zeal and dedication going forward.   [caption id="attachment_10934" align="alignnone" width="300"] DIG Patil holds reward ceremony for officials[/caption]

JKSSB aspirants protest for revival of waiting list in recruitments

JAMMU: JKSSB candidates renewed their demonstrations at Jammu's Hari Singh Park, demanding the reinstatement of the waiting list feature in the recruitment process. With signs and yells supporting their demand, they urged the government to take quick action to address the waiting list revival issue. Leading the protest was Swarn Veer Singh Jaral, who stated, "Despite earlier assurances, our legitimate demand remains unaddressed, prompting us to once again take to the streets in pursuit of justice." Remembering that the protests had previously been put on hold due to senior BJP leader Balwant Singh Mankotia's commitment to resolve the matter by January 26th, he bemoaned the fact that the promise had not been fulfilled to this point, leaving the candidates disenchanted. He said that the candidates' resolute dedication to their cause and their demand for accountability are demonstrated by the protests' recent restart. During the event, Chaudhary Imtiyaz Zafar, Muktesh Yogi, Ankush Sharma, and other speakers urged responsibility, fairness, and transparency in the hiring process. For a thorough resolution, authorities need to pay attention to these voices and have real conversations. They claimed that waiting just serves to increase ambiguity and damage trustworthiness. [caption id="attachment_10931" align="alignnone" width="300"] JKSSB aspirants protest for revival of waiting list in recruitments[/caption]  

Transport Commissioner inspects Driving License Test Ground

JAMMU: Today at the DL skill test ground in Khanpur-Nagrota, Transport Commissioner, J&K, Rajinder Singh Tara, carried out a thorough examination of driving tests and vehicle fitness as part of a coordinated effort to improve road safety and guarantee the welfare of drivers. The TC was accompanied on the occasion by Pankaj Bhagotra, the Regional Transport Officer, Jammu. The Transport Commissioner kept a careful eye on the ongoing testing during the inspection, offering insightful observations about the procedures. Notably, the Commissioner provided important directives and instructions meant to enhance on-site facilities and guarantee increased openness in the assessment processes.The thorough examination, which took nearly an hour, comprised painstaking evaluations of the vehicles' roadworthiness and driver competency. The TC recommended that when administering the DL skill test, the ARTO and MVIs consider the drivers' compliance with traffic laws, their capacity to manage different types of road circumstances, and their general driving proficiency. Concurrently, a thorough inspection of the cars was conducted, with particular attention paid to vital parts including the tyres, brakes, lights, and general mechanical state. Finding possible safety risks and confirming that cars complied with roadworthiness requirements were the objectives. The significance of these inspections in promoting safer roads and lowering the probability of accidents is emphasised by the Transport Commissioner. During the inspection, MVIs Surinder Kumar and Jasbir Singh, Esha Chib, and the ARTO Board of Inspection were also present. [caption id="attachment_10928" align="alignnone" width="300"] Transport Commissioner inspects Driving License Test Ground[/caption]