JAMMU, Mar 21: Amid tight security arrangements, Eid al-Fitr was celebrated with religious fervour and traditional gaiety across the Jammu region on Monday, with a large number of Muslims gathering at various eidgahs and mosques to offer prayers for peace and an end to the conflicts in the Middle East. Eid al-Fitr marks the end…
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…
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…
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…
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…
MUMBAI, Mar 20: The rupee fell 19 paise to its record intra-day low of 93.08…
Jammu, Mar 16: The Jammu administration on Monday conducted inspections at LPG outlets amid panic…
NEW DELHI, Mar 10: Domestically produced natural gas will now be supplied on a priority…
New Delhi, Mar 10: The Union Cabinet on Tuesday approved the extension of Jal Jeevan…
New Delhi, Mar 10: The NCERT issued a public apology on Tuesday for including a…
ANANTNAG, NOVEMBER 20: A team of Motor Vehicles Department today laid special nakka at Khanabal- Bijbehara Road to check violation of the various visible offences under Motor Vehicles Act, 2019 and Central Motor Vehicles Rules…
Chandigarh, Nov 20: In Punjab's Tarn Taran district, the BSF on Monday retrieved a drone from an agricultural field close to the India-Pakistan border, according to an official. The Border Security Force (BSF) has apprehended eight Pakistani unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) used to smuggle heroin across the border in the last week at various locations in Punjab. The official stated that on Monday, the Punjab Police and the troops carried out a cooperative search operation on the outskirts of Mehdipur village in Tarn Taran, based on specific information. He also mentioned that a Chinese-made quadcopter was found in a field during the operation. The BSF added that during the previous week, its soldiers had found and intercepted five kilogrammes of heroin and eight Pakistani drones."The alert troops of @BSF_Punjab have recovered and intercepted eight Pakistani drones that were smuggling drugs into India over the past seven days." In addition, the BSF was able to apprehend two smugglers and seize about five kilogrammes of heroin, according to a post on X. It also stated, "Notably, all of the intercepted drones were used for cross-border smuggling and were manufactured in China." [caption id="attachment_5877" align="alignnone" width="233"] Drone Recovered Near Pakistan Border In Punjab, 8th In 1 Week[/caption]
UDHAMPUR : The administrative arrangements and the counterterrorism security plan have been reviewed by the director general of Jammu and Kashmir Police and the Indian Army's northern commander in advance of the winter season, the Army announced on Monday. Since taking over on October 31, RR Swain, the director general of the Jammu and Kashmir Police, has not spoken to Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi, the Northern Commander of the Indian Army, before. A post on the X account of the Army's Udhampur-based Northern Command stated, "Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi, Army Cdr NC, interacted with RR Swain, director general of police, Jammu and Kashmir, to discuss about enhanced coordination between the forces, plans for zero tolerance to terror and the security and administrative arrangements amid upcoming winters."It posted images of the exchange and stated that the Jammu and Kashmir Police, along with the Indian Army, are dedicated to enhancing security and safety within the Union Territory. Before significant snowfall blocks potential terrorist infiltration routes, police and other security agencies are on high alert throughout Jammu and Kashmir, particularly along the Line of Control, officials said. As part of an exercise in area domination, anti-terrorist operations have also been stepped up in the villages near the borders and forests, they said. [caption id="attachment_5874" align="alignnone" width="300"] Army's northern commander, DGP discuss security plan in J&K ahead of winter[/caption]
NEW DELHI, Nov 20: The Election Commision of India (ECI) announced on Monday that since the elections were announced, poll workers in five states holding polls have reported seizing over ₹ 1760 crores, a 636 percent increase over the amount seized in these five states during previous elections. Mizoram, Telangana, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, and Telangana are the five states that will be voting. The poll body said in a statement on Monday that "seizures exceeding ₹ 1760 crores have been reported in the five polling states since the announcement of the elections, which is more than 7 times (₹ 239.15 cr) the seizures made in previous Assembly Elections in these States in 2018."According to data released by the poll body, Telangana, which is scheduled to hold elections on November 30, had the largest cash seizure, totaling over ₹ 659. 2 crore. Rajasthan came in second with ₹ 650.7 crore, MP with ₹ 323. 7 crore, Chhattisgarh with ₹ 76. 9 crore, and Mizoram with ₹ 49. 6 crore. Recall that the Statement states that in the last six state assembly elections in Gujarat, HP, Nagaland, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Karnataka, seizures totaling more than ₹ 1400 crores were made—eleven times more than in the previous assembly elections in these states."A 636 percent increase in comparison to the seizure figures recorded in these five states during the 2018 Assembly Elections," the statement stated. The Enforcement Commission of India (ECI) added that among the items seized were cash, alcohol, drugs, precious metals, freebies, and other items valued at crores. "With the Election Expenditure Monitoring System (ESMS), the Commission has also incorporated technology into the monitoring process this time around. This is working as a catalyst, as it has brought numerous Central and State law enforcement agencies together for improved intelligence sharing and coordination," the statement continued. [caption id="attachment_5862" align="alignnone" width="300"] Drugs, Cash, Liquor Worth Over ₹1,760 Crore Seized In Five Poll-Going States: EC[/caption]
JAMMU, Nov 20: In a major relief, the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board has slashed the Atka Aarti fee for the pilgrims availing of the facility through online mode. Now, four people, including two…
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JAMMU: Jammu and Kashmir At a series of meetings on Sunday in the border district of Rajouri, DGP R R Swain emphasised to officers the need to uphold zero-tolerance policies against terrorism, drug smuggling, and corruption. Two days prior, during an encounter in the district's Behrote Top neighbourhood, security forces killed a terrorist. This is the reason for his visit to Rajouri. He expressed gratitude to the officers and staff who took part in the November 17 operation. According to a police spokesman, officers who attended the meetings decided to do more to combat terrorists and their allies in addition to modernising border police stations and bolstering intelligence. The DGP, who assumed the position of chief of the Jammu and Kashmir Police on October 31, was making his first trip to the Pir Panjal region, spending a full day in Rajouri. According to the spokesman, Swain also spoke with station house officers and deputy superintendents of police from the Rajouri and Poonch districts. Officers from the army, CRPF, BSF, and other agencies met with the DGP. "Stress was laid on for identification of the terror ecosystem besides identification of forward and backward linkages in cases registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act to ensure strict action," he stated. According to the spokesperson, the DGP gave police officers orders to enforce a zero-tolerance policy against corruption, terrorism, and the smuggling of drugs and cattle."All of the officers decided to take more action against terrorists and their allies during the meetings with officers from various forces. The spokesman stated, "Officers also decided to maintain clean operations while giving careful consideration to the issues that the residents of the border districts (Rajouri and Poonch) are facing. He said that revitalising border police stations with assistance from other forces was also deliberated. "Measures for strengthening intelligence and border security grids were also discussed in the meetings," said the spokesperson. According to the DGP, no one is more qualified to combat terrorism than the Jammu and Kashmir Police because they are familiar with the region's topography and demographics. Swain urged police to create systems to further solidify their relationship with the public. As a result, he claimed, "actionable information about the anti-national elements and help in destroying the terror ecosystem" will become increasingly available. [caption id="attachment_5838" align="alignnone" width="300"] Ensure zero-tolerance towards terrorism, narcotics smuggling : DGP[/caption]
NEW DELHI: On Sunday, former captain of India Kapil Dev said he was not invited to this World Cup final between the hosts, Australia. Kapil, who in 1983 guided India to their first-ever ODI World Cup victory, expressed his desire to travel to the match alongside his teammates. "There, I wasn't invited. I didn't go because they didn't call. Just like that. I wanted everyone from the '83 team to be there with me, but I think sometimes people forget because it's such a big event and they're too busy taking care of other things," Kapil told . Sourav Ganguly was one of the invited former captains of India who was present at the Narendra Modi Stadium.Sourav Ganguly, who was invited as a former BCCI president, was one of the former captains of India who was present at the Narendra Modi Stadium. It is customary for BCCI to invite former presidents and officials. The actors Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone, and Shahrukh Khan were among the other famous people present at the well-known game. The legendary badminton player Prakash Padukone was also spotted in the stands. [caption id="attachment_5833" align="alignnone" width="300"] I wasn't invited for World Cup final: Kapil Dev[/caption]
KATRA:The "Gyanodaya Express - College on Wheels" train was launched on Sunday by Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha from Katra Railway Station in the Reasi district. For educational purposes, the Gyanodaya Express, carrying seven hundred female students from Union Territory universities, will pass through several states. "For the students, it will be a pilgrimage of education. Through immersive, cooperative, and project-based learning opportunities, the journey aims to blur the lines between classrooms and educational streams and advance the field of education, according to the Lieutenant Governor. As per Sinha, the idea behind the trip was influenced by the life of Mahatma Gandhi, who conducted a train-based "epic tour" across the nation, interacting with people from diverse backgrounds and bringing awareness to the values of "truth and non-violence."The LG stated that in addition to providing students with an opportunity to experience various places and cultures, the trip will help them better understand who they are. "Train journeys will support interdisciplinary education and offer chances for hands-on learning. Travelling by train is regarded as an expedition to change the current state of knowledge. "The journey of students along with mentors to centres of excellence such as Indian Navy, ISRO and Sabarmati Ashram will provide them with new ideas, insight and hands-on knowledge for new research," he stated. [caption id="attachment_5830" align="alignnone" width="300"] Gyanodaya Express with 700 girl students flagged off from Katra[/caption]
AHMEDABAD: India's robust and undefeated run at the World Cup 2023 was put to a screeching halt by Australia, who stormed to a record-extending sixth world title in the summit clash at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi…
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