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PM Modi cleans Nashik Temple, urges everyone to run cleanliness campaign in temples, pilgrimage areas

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NASHIK: As part of the Swachchata Abhiyan programme, Prime Minister Narendra Modi cleaned the grounds of the Kalaram Temple in Nashik, Maharashtra, on Friday. Images displayed the prime minister wiping the temple floor with a mop and bucket. Earlier, he performed darshan and puja at the Shree KalaRam Mandir. In addition, he conducted darshan and puja at Shree Ram Kund, which is located on the Godavari River. Ahead of the Ram Mandir at Ayodhya's consecration ceremony, the Prime Minister called on the populace to participate in Swachhata activities, or cleanliness efforts, at temples around the nation. The Prime Minister listened to the epic story of the Ramayana, particularly the section on "Yudh Kanda" that describes Lord Ram's journey back to Ayodhya. The PM heard the Hindi translation made by AI after it was delivered in Marathi. Images displayed the Prime Minister sitting on the floor of the temple, humming a song while a number of monks sang the Ram Bhajan. "At the Shree Kalaram Temple, I had the profound experience of hearing verses from the Bhavarth Ramayana written in Marathi by Sant Eknath Ji, eloquently narrating Prabhu Shri Ram's triumphant return to Ayodhya," PM Modi wrote on social media site X. This reading, full of history and dedication, was a very unique experience. The Prime Minister's X account included multiple photos of him at the temple. "I offered prayers at the Nashik Shree Kalaram Temple. I'm feeling very blessed by the holy ambiance. An incredibly spiritual and humble experience "I prayed for my fellow Indians' peace and well-being," Prime Minister Modi declared. [caption id="attachment_8868" align="alignnone" width="300"] PM Modi cleans Nashik Temple, urges everyone to run cleanliness campaign in temples, pilgrimage areas[/caption]…

Another Mobile Recovered From Prisoner’s Possession In Jammu’s Central Jail

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JAMMU, Jan 12: Another cell phone has been found by the authorities in the possession of an inmate detained under the Public Safety Act (PSA) at the high security Central Jail in the Kot Bhalwal neighbourhood of this city's outskirts. According to official sources, searches were conducted in the barracks housing hardened criminals, particularly those sentenced under the UAPA and PSA, based on particular inputs. One cell phone was found in the custody of a prisoner involved in a public service announcement, according to sources. Six charges involving the recovery of drugs and cell phones from Central Jail, Kot Bhalwal inmates have been filed with Police Station Gharota in less than two months. Notably, a few days ago, jail officials also found one cell phone belonging to a militant from Lashkar-e-Taiba who was incarcerated. "A smartphone was found on Habib, a prisoner from Haria Chak in Kathua, and was given to the Jammu and Kashmir Police." According to insiders, "We are attempting to investigate the security breach that allowed this smartphone to enter the jail." The smartphone that was found belongs to a Chinese company called POCO. The National Investigation Agency charged Habib in January of last year in connection with the retrieval and interception of a Hexacopter drone, as well as rounds of UBGL and magnetic bombs, from the vicinity of Dhalli, which is under the district of Kathua.Jail sources claim that Habib also attempted suicide while incarcerated, but the authorities intervened in time to stop him. They indicated he was going to be placed under police remand to look into the retrieval of cell phones. Notably, on November 22, 2023, a shipment of drugs was found inside a jail cricket ball; on November 28, drugs were taken into custody; on January 2, cell phones and earphones were found inside the jail grounds; on January 9, a cell phone was found inside the jail; on January 9 itself, three cell phones were found inside the jail grounds; and on January 11, a cell phone was found inside the jail from a prisoner. [caption id="attachment_8865" align="alignnone" width="300"] Another Mobile Recovered From Prisoner’s Possession In Jammu’s Central Jail[/caption]

Anantnag Police Arrest Three With Contraband Substances

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Anantnag, Jan 12: The Jammu and Kashmir Police reported that it had apprehended three people in the Anantnag area and found 9.27 kg of charas powder and 867 bottles of illicit alcohol. Following their apprehension, the Mattan police station filed a complaint under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act as well as other provisions of the Excise Act. There is currently an ongoing investigation, according to a formal statement. According to the statement, two cars, a motorbike, and money totaling Rs 13,325 were also taken from the accused's possession.In addition, the statement stated that Anantnag Police had learned through credible sources that a family living in Seer Hamdan Mattan, consisting of a father, mother, and son—Mohd Ramzan Ganai, Shahzada Akhter, and Zubair Ramzan Ganai—was “continually indulging in the illegal trade of illicit alcohol as well as cannabis charas powder under a well-planned criminal conspiracy.” The statement went on to claim that the three had hidden large amounts of illegal alcohol and cannabis charas powder in specifically constructed hiding places inside their cars and residential homes. According to the statement, a search team made up of the relevant Executive Magistrate and Anantnag Police was formed to search the house.Approximately 9.27 kg of charas powder and 867 bottles of illegal alcohol were found during the search. All three of the suspects were taken into custody. The statement also stated that there is still ongoing investigation into the current issue. According to the statement, the police have asked anyone with information about drug dealers in the area to come forward. [caption id="attachment_8862" align="alignnone" width="300"] Anantnag Police Arrest Three With Contraband Substances[/caption]

DRDO conducts successful flight-test of New Generation AKASH missile off Odisha coast

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ODISHA: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted a successful flight test of the New Generation AKASH (AKASH-NG) missile on Friday. The test was conducted at 10:30 AM from the Integrated Test Range, Chandipur,…

Key Operative Of Pakistan-Based Terrorist Harvinder Rinda Arrested

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CHANDIGARH, Jan 12: Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav announced on Friday that a major terrorist operational member of Pakistan-based terrorist group Harvinder Rinda, who was arming members of a terror group to commit “sensational crimes” in Punjab, had been taken into custody. He was found in possession of eight live rounds and a Chinese handgun, according to the DGP. “In a major breakthrough, #AGTF (anti-gangster task force), Punjab in a joint operation with the central agencies has arrested Kailash Khichan, a key operative of #Pak based terrorist Harvinder Singh @ Rinda & #USA based Harpreet Singh @ Happy Passia,” Yadav tweeted on X.According to the results of the preliminary interrogation, "the accused Khichan was supplying weapons to the associates of terrorist outfit Babbar Khalistan International (BKI) on orders from terrorist Rinda to carry out sensational crimes in the State," the speaker continued. [caption id="attachment_8835" align="alignnone" width="300"] Key Operative Of Pakistan-Based Terrorist Harvinder Rinda Arrested[/caption]

Srinagar Freezes At Minus 4 °C As Cold Dry Spell Continues In J&K

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SRINAGAR, Jan 12: On Friday, Jammu recorded a minimum temperature of 3.7 degrees Celsius and Srinagar reached minus 4 due to extreme dry cold. Jammu saw its lowest minimum temperature of the season on Friday, at 3.7, and its lowest high temperature, on Thursday, at 8.8. The minimum temperature was minus 4 in Srinagar, minus 3.2 in Gulmarg, and minus 5.3 in Pahalgam. The lowest temperature in the Ladakh region was minus 11.5 in Drass, minus 9.2 in Kargil, and minus 11.2 in Leh town. The minimum temperature was 3.7 in Jammu City, 6.2 in Katra, 4.5 in Batote, 1.3 in Bhaderwah, and minus 0.4 in Banihal.Here, the severe winter cold will last for 40 days, beginning on December 21 and ending on January 30. Kashmir has not experienced any snowfall during this typically snowiest time of year. The Meteorological Department stated that the weather forecast is quite depressing because it is unlikely that any significant snowfall would happen before January 25. [caption id="attachment_8829" align="alignnone" width="300"] Srinagar Freezes At Minus 4 °C As Cold Dry Spell Continues In J&K[/caption]

PHQ notifies change of venue for DGP’s Public Grievances Redressal Programme scheduled for tomorrow

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SRINAGAR: The Police Headquarters has notified change of venue for the upcoming Public Grievances Redressal Programme of DGP RR Swain. According to a communication issued by J&K Police, "This is to inform that the public…

Thick fog blankets Delhi; airport area battling zero visibility

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NEW DELHI: The national capital's surrounding parts and some of its interior were shrouded in a dense layer of fog on Friday morning as the mercury dropped to 5.4 degrees Celsius. On Friday morning, visibility near Indira Gandhi International (IGI) airport was completely lost due to fog. However, there was no significant effect of the unfavourable weather on flight operations. However, before departing for the airport, travellers are advised to check flight information with the relevant airline, according to a warning released by the Delhi airport officials. "Difficult to See" At Delhi Airport, procedures are being carried out. Right now, every flight operation is going as usual. For the most recent flight information, passengers are urged to get in touch with the relevant airline," officials stated.Takeoffs and landings are required when extremely dense fog results in poor or nonexistent visibility. The CAT III, or Category III, instrument landing system (ILS) enables aircraft to land in low visibility situations. There may be disruptions to flights that are not CAT III compliant as landings and takeoffs continue at Delhi Airport. If passengers need up-to-date flight information, they should get in touch with the relevant airline. They continued, "We sincerely apologise for any difficulty caused. At 7:30 am, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), visibility at Palam Airport dropped to nil. At 7:30 am, Safdarjung Airport (VIDD) in Delhi likewise reported 200m visibility under conditions of severe fog. [caption id="attachment_8820" align="alignnone" width="300"] Thick fog blankets Delhi; airport area battling zero visibility[/caption]

Cop injured in stone pelting during raid in Jammu

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JAMMU, Jan 11: A police team that was going to capture notorious criminal Lau Gujjar was attacked today in the Waziru Chak neighbourhood of Bishnah, resulting in injury to one of the officers. According to sources, at around 5:30 in the morning, a team of police officers led by SP Headquarters and supported by SDPO RS Pura and SHO Bishnah arrived in the Waziru Chak area in response to specific inputs. Gulzar Ali, also known as Lau Gujjar, is wanted in multiple cases, including rape, attempted murder, criminal intimidation, NDPS, and attacks on law enforcement officers.Sadly, though, the police team came upon a hail of stones coming from the home where Lau was thought to be sheltering. One of the police officers, Bansi Lal, was hurt during the assault, according to sources, who also stated that the police had to use airguns to scatter the throng. Unfortunately, Lau was able to avoid the police's grasp once more. Bansi Lal, the wounded police officer, is now in the hospital, and a thorough manhunt has been launched to apprehend the fugitive offender. [caption id="attachment_8807" align="alignnone" width="300"] Cop injured in stone pelting during raid in Jammu[/caption]

Katra earns recognition as “Best Clean City within Union Territory”

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KATRA, JANUARY 11: In a significant milestone, Katra has been honored as the “Best Clean City within Union Territory” with population <1, 00,000, showcasing its commitment to environmental sustainability and community well being. The Holy…

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