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Lok Sabha Takes Up Bill To Amend Local Body Laws In J&K

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New Delhi, Feb 6: A bill to give reservations to members of Other Backward Classes in Jammu and Kashmir's panchayats and municipalities as well as to align local body rules in the Union territory with the Constitution's provisions was brought up for consideration by the Lok Sabha on Tuesday. The Jammu and Kashmir Local Bodies Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024 was introduced by Minister of State for Home Nityanand Rai and is scheduled to be passed by the House. On Monday, the bill was presented to the House. The Jammu and Kashmir Municipal Act of 2000, the Jammu and Kashmir Municipal Corporation Act of 2000, and the Jammu and Kashmir Panchayati Raj Act of 1989 are all intended to be amended by this bill. According to Rai, the Jammu and Kashmir Panchayati Raj Act's provisions regarding the state election commissioner "are at variance" with the Constitution. Hasnain Masoodi, a member of the National Conference, participated in the discussion and stated that the government has not set a date for assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir, which became a union territory after Article 370 was repealed and bifurcated. He stated that the Supreme Court's decision to impose an upper bound on the holding of assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir is a source of "shame" for the government. The National Conference has also called for Jammu and Kashmir to be granted its own state again.Participating in the discussion, Saugata Roy, a member of the Trinamool Congress, claimed that the BJP could not be trusted in local body elections and that the Supreme Court had imposed restrictions on the Chandigarh mayoral election process. He also called for Jammu and Kashmir to hold early assembly elections. [caption id="attachment_10377" align="alignnone" width="300"] Lok Sabha Takes Up Bill To Amend Local Body Laws In J&K[/caption]

Kashmir bat makers sue Shark Tank India, Tramboo Sports

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SRINAGAR, Feb 5: Legal action has been taken by the Cricket Bat Manufacturers Association of Kashmir (CBMAK) against Sony Pictures Networks, the company behind the hit reality series "Shark Tank India," and Tramboo Sports Pvt. Ltd. Claims made on the show during an episode that aired on January 30 of this year are the source of the controversy. The official handout from CBMAK, the acknowledged association representing all cricket bat producers in the Kashmir valley, strongly refuted the claim that Tramboo Sports is the only company producing cricket bats made of Kashmir willow.The Association said that Tramboo Sports' remarks on "Shark Tank India" had deceived the public and seriously harmed the businesses of its members. It voiced extreme concern about these remarks. The Association said that these falsehoods had caused a “severe blow” to the sales of the bats made by its members and had tarnished the standing of the whole locally produced bat industry in Kashmir. CBMAK established the foundation for its allegations against Tramboo Sports by highlighting the exceptional quality of bats made by its members, which are supported and used by a number of famous cricket players.CBMAK expressed shock at the statements made by Tramboo Sports on January 30, 2024, in the "Shark Tank India" Season 3 episode. They claimed that in order to hurt CBMAK members, Tramboo Sports misrepresented themselves as the only producers of Kashmir willow bats. The Association said that by misrepresenting the public and buyers, Tramboo Sports' false claims had negatively impacted the supply and sales of bats made by CBMAK members, damaging the reputation of the local industry.As the sole and authentic representative of Kashmir's cricket bat makers, CBMAK asserted the unwavering backing of its members and positioned itself as the defender of the well-being and success of the region's bat manufacturing sector. The Association has sent a thorough legal notice to Sony Pictures Networks and Tramboo Sports, requesting that they apologise on-air within 15 days, through its legal counsel. Furthermore, CBMAK is requesting a hundred crores in compensation through the legal notice for the losses, damages, and mental anguish they have experienced.Tramboo Sports Pvt. Ltd. has responded that there were misconceptions because the televised pitch on "Shark Tank India" was only a small portion of a presentation that lasted more than an hour. The corporation also underlined how everyone should prioritise business development and support the community's entrepreneurial ecosystem. [caption id="attachment_10362" align="alignnone" width="300"] Kashmir bat makers sue Shark Tank India, Tramboo Sports[/caption]

UP Finance Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna Presents Rs 7.36 Lakh Crore Budget For FY25 In State Assembly

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LUCKNOW, Feb 5: The budget for the state legislature was given by Uttar Pradesh Finance Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna on Monday. It has an expenditure of Rs 7.36 lakh crore, which is more than the current fiscal budget of Rs 6.90 lakh crore. The state finance minister stated during the budget presentation that new initiatives of Rs 24,863.57 crore are included in the overall expenditure of Rs 7,36,437.71 crore for the upcoming fiscal year. The state allocated Rs 6.90 lakh crore for 2023–24, which includes new projects of Rs 32,721 crore. The state government has projected total revenues of Rs 7,21,233.82 crore for the upcoming fiscal year. This amount comprises predicted revenue receipts of Rs 6,06,802.40 crore and capital receipts of Rs 1,14,531.42 crore.The state's portion of the central tax pool, which is Rs 2,18,816.84 crore, and its own tax revenue, which is Rs 2,70,086 crore, make up the estimated Rs 4,88,902.84 crore share of tax collection in revenue receipts. The anticipated total cost comes to Rs 7,36,437.71 crore. Rs 2,03,782.38 crore has been set aside for the capital account and Rs 5,32,655.33 crore for the revenue account out of the total expenditure. A deficit of Rs 15,103.89 crore is predicted in the budget after deducting all expenses from the consolidated fund's income.According to Khanna, the qualifying recipients' monthly payment under the Destitute Women Pension Scheme will now be Rs 1,000 instead of Rs 500. Up to 31,28,000 impoverished women have benefited from the programme as of the third quarter of 2023–2024. The minister stated that the goal of the Women Farmer Empowerment Project is to develop 200 producer groups in the fiscal year 2024–2025 in order to give technical support. [caption id="attachment_10325" align="alignnone" width="300"] UP Finance Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna Presents Rs 7.36 Lakh Crore Budget For FY25 In State Assembly[/caption]

After Anantnag; 3 more Pvt clinics sealed in Srinagar, Ganderbal

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Srinagar, Feb 4: Authorities sealed three more private clinics in Kashmir where the self-styled doctor, earlier apprehended in Anantnag, was practicing. Providing details about the case, officials mentioned that while a private clinic was sealed…

Dozens of vegetable shops gutted in fire in Ramban

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RAMBAN: Officials said, a fire broke out in a vegetable and fruit market with dozens of shops gutted in the Banihal area of Jammu and Kashmir's Ramban district on Monday. There was no loss of life…

CAIT advises traders to switch from Paytm to other payment apps in light of RBI action

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NEW DELHI: Following RBI restrictions on Paytm wallet and bank operations, merchants' association CAIT on Sunday cautioned traders to move from Paytm to other payment options for business-related transactions. Because of the Reserve Bank of India's recent restrictions, CAIT advises customers to take preventative action to safeguard their money and guarantee smooth financial transactions. The RBI's restrictions on Paytm might cause financial upheaval for a large number of small traders, vendors, hawkers, and women because they use the app to make payments, according to the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT).The Reserve Bank of India has been clamping down on internet poster boy Vijay Shekhar Sharma's enterprises due to worries about money laundering and dubious transactions involving hundreds of crores of rupees between the well-known wallet Paytm and its less well-known banking arm, according to insiders. Paytm Payments Bank Ltd (PPBL) has been directed by the central bank to cease the majority of its operations, which includes accepting new deposits, executing credit transactions, and topping up any client accounts, prepaid devices, wallets, and cards used to pay for tolls on the road after February 29. This implies that until February 29th, clients can access their existing deposits and use funds from their wallets to pay for services. Additionally, if the RBI does not budge, Paytm wallet top-ups would end and transactions made through it will be unable to complete. Concerns over the security and continuity of the financial services offered by the platform have been raised by the new limits placed on Paytm by the RBI, according to CAIT Secretary General Praveen Khandelwal. He highlighted the importance of acting quickly and making well-informed judgements in order to minimise any potential negative effects on their financial operations.' [caption id="attachment_10303" align="alignnone" width="300"] CAIT advises traders to switch from Paytm to other payment apps in light of RBI action[/caption]

3 Nationals Of Myanmar Charge-Sheeted By NIA In Human Trafficking Case

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New Delhi, Feb 4: According to an official on Sunday, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a charge sheet against three Burmese nationals in connection with the unlawful infiltration and trafficking of foreign persons into India over the border between Bangladesh and India, mostly of Rohingya origin. A federal agency spokeswoman identified the accused as Rabi Islam, also known as "Rabiul Islam," Shafi Alam, also known as "Sofi Alom," alias "Sayedul Islam," and Mohammad Usman. All three are long-term residents of Maungdaw district in Myanmar. The NIA said that they had entered India unlawfully, working with touts and traffickers without proper documentation, and that they had also assisted in the unauthorised and illegal crossing of many other foreign nationals.According to the official, they were part of a well-organized network of touts and traffickers engaging in a variety of illicit operations, including enticing weak Rohingya women who had sought safety in Bangladesh into India under the false pretence of marrying Rohingya men. According to the NIA, these women were subsequently bought and sold for forced marriages in a number of Indian states, including Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Jammu & Kashmir, and Haryana. The inquiry conducted by the NIA revealed instances and proof of document forgeries, concluding that Rabi Islam and Mohammad Usman had got Aadhaar cards through illegal means.The spokesperson claimed that in order to further hide their genuine identities, the pair had also opened bank accounts and obtained more SIM cards using these cards. The official stated that the NIA, which began investigating the case on November 7 of last year, has made a substantial progress in locating and destroying a large-scale global human trafficking network with the release of this charge sheet. [caption id="attachment_10283" align="alignnone" width="300"] 3 Nationals Of Myanmar Charge-Sheeted By NIA In Human Trafficking Case[/caption]

Heavy Snowfall In J&K Grounds Several Flights To Srinagar, Leh From Delhi

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New Delhi, Feb 4: Due to poor weather in the area, six IndiGo flights from Delhi to Srinagar and Leh in Jammu & Kashmir were cancelled on Sunday. A representative for IndiGo claims that two flights to Leh and four flights to Srinagar have been cancelled. "The runways in Srinagar and Leh have been blocked due to a significant shift in the weather. Two IndiGo flights to Leh and one to Srinagar have been cancelled as a result of this, an airline representative said. He added that the passengers had the choice to reschedule the trip, go to a different sector, or receive a complete refund.With significant snowfall on Sunday, Srinagar, a popular tourist destination in Jammu and Kashmir, transforms into a winter paradise. For those who depend on it for different reasons, the snow has provided a sense of hope and renewal after a protracted dry time. Residents of Srinagar have received much-needed relief from recent snowfall. [caption id="attachment_10280" align="alignnone" width="300"] Heavy Snowfall In J&K Grounds Several Flights To Srinagar, Leh From Delhi[/caption]

MLA Poaching Claim | Crime Branch Serves Fresh Notice On Kejriwal, Asks Him To Respond By Tomorrow

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New Delhi, Feb 4: Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal received a new notice from the Delhi Police Crime Branch on Sunday, requesting that he provide proof by Monday in response to his accusations of BJP poaching attempts. In the poaching claim case, the Crime Branch also served minister Atishi, a leader of the AAP, with a notice requesting a response within three days. "The Crime Branch of the Delhi police is looking into a complaint regarding your claims that the BJP has promised the sitting AAP MLAs Rs 25 crore each in exchange for their departure from the party and joining the BJP. It further stated, "The notice from the Crime Branch states that it looks from your tweet that you have information and evidence related to a cognizable crime. Please submit the information and answers to the Crime Branch by February 5." AAP leader Atishi was served a notice earlier in the day by a Crime Branch team in relation to her allegations that the BJP was attempting to overthrow the government as part of "Operation Lotus 2.0" by luring the party's MLAs away with financial inducements.Fellow party leader Jasmine Shah commented on the notices sent to Atishi and the AAP convenor, stating that they are only a few letters on a piece of white paper and do not refer to the FIR that the BJP filed in relation to the poaching allegation. A Delhi Police Crime Branch squad visited Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's home yesterday. Their intention was to give him a notice. Before giving the warning to a CM office representative, they waited for five hours. The notice is neither a summons, nor does it contain any reference to the FIR. Not even a mention of a preliminary investigation is made. Additionally, no reference is made to any IPC or CrPC section. It's just some words written on a white paper," he remarked. Shehzad Poonawalla, the leader of the BJP, responded to the AAP by claiming that Kejriwal and his "henchmen" are not only the "un-crowned kings of corruption," but have also turned into "fugitives." "They hit and run when accusations are made against them, and they flee when accusations are made against others. If you have proof that your accusations are not unfounded, provide it to the authorities, assist with the inquiry, and let everyone know which MLA and how they were lured. Is this the same kind of accusation you made against Nitin Gadkari and the late Arun Jaitley, only to later issue an apology? In the past, they had threatened to quit if even one accusation was made against them and an inquiry was ordered. Forget about quitting now—they're not even prepared to assist with the probe," he remarked. Pravesh Verma, a BJP MP, claimed that the AAP frequently makes false accusations to deflect attention away from accusations or prosecutions brought against them."Up until now, Kejriwal has not disclosed which MLAs were contacted and offered financial incentives to switch." He hasn't disclosed who from the BJP met these AAP leaders either. When we met with the commissioner of Delhi Police, we warned him that we would not take such charges against our party lightly. They fled when the Delhi Police Crime Branch showed up at their door to deliver summonses for evidence. They would have volunteered and replied to these notices if there was any validity to their allegations, according to Verma. Gautam Gambhir, a BJP MP and former cricket player, once claimed that people who are sincere and honest never elude the law.Rather than hiding and making excuses to flee, they confront every circumstance. It merely serves to highlight their way of thinking and perspective, stated Gambhir. Atishi had earlier said that the BJP had threatened and offered payments to a number of AAP MLAs in an attempt to win them over to their cause. [caption id="attachment_10274" align="alignnone" width="300"] MLA…

Police Directed To Enhance Surveillance To Thwart Attempts To Disturb Peace In Jammu

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Jammu, Feb 4: In order to prevent anti-national elements from upsetting the tranquil atmosphere in the Jammu region, a senior Jammu and Kashmir Police officer has advocated for increased monitoring, an official said on Sunday. According to a spokeswoman, Sunil Gupta, the deputy inspector general of police for the Jammu-Samba-Kathua range, gave the orders during a meeting at the district police lines in Jammu to examine crime and security. The police spokesperson stated that officers were instructed to strengthen checkpoints and dominate areas in order to increase surveillance. Gupta also emphasised the significance of keeping an eye out for suspicious individuals in order to thwart the plans of anti-national elements to disrupt the tranquil atmosphere.The spokesperson stated that in order to keep an eye on the actions of miscreants, instructions have been given to enhance the installation of CCTV cameras and maintain accurate records. In order to strengthen surveillance capabilities and create safer settings, the police in attendance were urged to become involved with local communities and help install CCTV cameras. Gupta also emphasised the necessity for strong action against drug dealers and other anti-social elements, as well as specific measures to accelerate the conclusion of cases that are still under investigation, such as backlogs and inquest hearings.The representative added that finding missing people and promptly handling complaints and online issues were also priorities. In response to the drug problem, Gupta asked the cops to eradicate the threat by using a mission-oriented strategy. In order to eradicate this threat to society, he urged for increased efforts to locate and destroy the networks involved in the illegal drug trade. [caption id="attachment_10271" align="alignnone" width="300"] Police Directed To Enhance Surveillance To Thwart Attempts To Disturb Peace In Jammu[/caption]

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