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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…

Minibus seized, driver arrested for overloading

UDHAMPUR: Under the direction of SSP National Highway Rohit Baskotra, Traffic Police National Highway registered, confiscated, and detained a minibus for overloading and endangering human lives as part of its ongoing campaign against overloading in passenger vehicles. "A team of traffic police from Traffic sub division Udhampur led by ASI Mushtaq Ahmed while routine checking at Patnitop Road intercepted a minibus bearing registration number JK21D-4329 while it was on its way from Udhampur to Chenani," a spokesperson for the Traffic Police National Highway said. He claimed that as the minibus was being checked, 52 people were discovered seated inside, compared to its 24 allotted seats. As a result, a case FIR 12/2024 US 279/336 IPC was filed at Police Station Chenani for overloading and endangering human life. The official further stated that Manipal Singh, the son of Baldev Singh, was arrested and the vehicle was immediately impounded. [caption id="attachment_9585" align="alignnone" width="300"] Minibus seized, driver arrested for overloading[/caption]      

Cyber Cell inaugurated in Udhampur

UDHAMPUR: District Police Udhampur created a district Cyber Cell at District Police Headquarters, Udhampur, to address the growing number of cybercrime crimes. In the presence of SSP Udhampur Joginder Singh, Additional SP Udhampur Anwaar UL Haq, Deputy SP Headquarters Udhampur Gurmeet Sing, SDPOs, SHOs, and other staff members, DIG U-R Range Suleman Choudhary officially opened the Cyber Cell of the District Police Udhampur. The Cyber Cell will handle a variety of cybercrimes, including sextortion, phishing, social media fraud, financial fraud, cyber theft, and online cyberfraud.The cyber team will also teach district Udhampur police station IOs and lower-level employees how to handle cybercrime and educate the public about cybersecurity. In the past two years, the district has recorded 89 cases connected to cyber fraud. Of these, seven have resulted in the filing of formal complaints, with a total recovery amount of Rs 17,78,985. It is pertinent to note that 434 of the 619 online complaints that were submitted through the NCCRP site were resolved, and 184 are still being investigated.   [caption id="attachment_9582" align="alignnone" width="300"] Cyber Cell inaugurated in Udhampur[/caption]

Wanted drug supplier among 5 arrested in Samba

JAMMU: In the Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir, five criminals, including a wanted drug dealer, were apprehended on Wednesday with guns and heroin valued at Rs 28,000, according to the police. Farman Ali, also known as Munna, is a drug dealer who is wanted in multiple crimes; the other four offenders, according to them, helped heroin smugglers with their operations. Based on particular information, a police squad carried out a raid and detained Ali for giving heroin worth Rs 4.5 lakh to a drug dealer in Punjab, according to the police. According to the police, they also took from him heroin valued at Rs. 28,000 and cash totaling Rs. 1,29,000 in total. Operating out of Jammu and Kashmir's Balole Khad, Ali provided heroin to small-time drug dealers.They added that there are numerous cases filed against him. According to police, four hardened Punjabi criminals who helped heroin smugglers were also apprehended in Samba with cash worth Rs 1.15 lakh and sharp-edged weapons. According to police, they are the subject of a separate case filed under the Arms Act. According to them, the suspects are Amritsar natives Shubham alias Shubi, Sukhchain Singh alias Bobi, Bablu alias Rocky, and Mohit Sharma. [caption id="attachment_9579" align="alignnone" width="300"] Wanted drug supplier among 5 arrested in Samba[/caption]  

Republic Day 2024: Full dress rehearsal held at M A Stadium

JAMMU: Today, M A Stadium Jammu hosted the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day 2024 event at the UT level. Men's and women's contingents from the Army, BSF, CRPF, JKP, JKAP, SSB, NCC cadets, former service members, Bharat Scouts & Guides, and schoolchildren participated in the parade. The Army, JKAP, and BSF pipe and brass bands performed music throughout the march past. Ramesh Kumar, Divisional Commissioner for Jammu, observed the Parade and saluted during the magnificent March Past. The J&K Academy of Art, Culture, and Languages' schoolchildren and artists produced a vibrant cultural programme with theme-based presentations. The Jammu and Kashmir Police's Dare Devils enthralled the crowd with their amazing and exhilarating acts.Athletes and sportspeople from the J&K Sport Council also performed acrobatics and displayed several sports. Along with patriotic songs, folk music, and dance, the cultural objects displayed included national integration, unity in diversity, harmony, and the composite culture of Jammu Kashmir, UT. Government activities were also highlighted. Tableaux on the subjects of PM SHRI, Aajeevika se Atma Nirbharta, Har Ghar Nal Se Jal, Khelo India, Vimalam Gramam-Swachhata aur Vikas ka Sankalp, and Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra showcased the government's accomplishments and initiatives. Nodal cops, the In Charge, and senior UT administration personnel were also present. [caption id="attachment_9576" align="alignnone" width="300"] Republic Day 2024: Full dress rehearsal held at M A Stadium[/caption]  

Present UNSC Does Not Reflect Today’s Reality: UNGA President

NEW DELHI, Jan 24: Dennis Francis, the president of the U.N. General Assembly, stated on January 24 that reform of the U.N. Security Council is necessary since its current makeup does not accurately reflect the geopolitical landscape of today's globe. He stated at a press conference soon after speaking with S. Jaishankar, the minister of external affairs, that the Security Council has become increasingly incapable of making decisions in recent years to improve international peace and security. While in India for a five-day visit, Ambassador Francis emphasised the importance of UN Security Council reform. "It is imperative that the UN Security Council be reformed," he declared, adding that he discussed the matter with Mr. Jaishankar as well. India has been adamant on seeing changes made to the UN, particularly to the Security Council. The absence of significant progress in the Intergovernmental Negotiations (IGN) on Security Council reform has infuriated New Delhi in particular. India is a serious candidate to join the UN Security Council permanently. Currently, the General Assembly of the United Nations elects 10 non-permanent members for two-year terms, while there are five permanent members of the UNSC. Russia, the United States, China, France, and the United Kingdom are the five permanent members, and they each have the power to veto any significant resolution.The president of the United Nations General Assembly praised India as well for helping the African Union become a full member of the G20. "India's leadership in the international arena is evident in its outreach to Africa, especially in facilitating the African Union's membership in the G20," stated Francis. "There is no doubt in anyone's mind about it." More importantly, he continued, "it showed India's long-standing commitment to support and facilitate development in the Global South." Francis, a member of Trinidad and Tobago's diplomatic corps, declared peace, prosperity, advancement, and sustainability to be among his top priorities as president. "Rebuilding trust and reigniting solidarity" is the subject of his 78th United Nations General Assembly presidency. [caption id="attachment_9561" align="alignnone" width="300"] Present UNSC Does Not Reflect Today’s Reality: UNGA President[/caption]