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Ram Mandir rituals begin today with ‘akshat puja’

editor November 5, 2023

LUCKNOW: On Sunday, November 5, 1,000 kg of rice will be offered in a "akshat puja" in front of the deity by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust as one of the initial rites associated with the consecration (pran-pratistha) ceremony of Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. Before being placed in brass pots and given to 200 volunteers from the RSS and VHP, this rice will be combined with turmeric and desi ghee. These volunteers will then distribute the rice around the nation prior to January 22, 2024, which is the day of the consecration event. Before it is given to the people living in more than five lakh villages nationwide, an additional 100 quintals of rice will be added to it.The purpose of the puja is to inform the public about the consecration event by holding "akshat" ceremonies in villages and cities using the same "akshat" rice as the Ram Temple. In addition, about two crore pamphlets have been printed in several states' regional languages. Every household will receive these pamphlets and "akshat" rice. The Trust will organise a campaign in Ayodhya to distribute 'akshat' rice to families residing in the temple town and encourage them to do the same for their neighbours, family, and acquaintances who live in nearby regions. [caption id="attachment_5031" align="alignnone" width="300"] Ram Mandir rituals begin today with ‘akshat puja’[/caption]

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Primary schools to remain shut till 10 Nov amid severe air pollution

editor November 5, 2023

NEW DELHI: Primary schools in Delhi will remain closed until November 10 due to the city's deteriorating air quality, according to Education Minister Atishi on Sunday. The Minister of Education also disclosed that classes 6–12 might go to online learning. "Primary schools in Delhi will remain closed until November 10th due to the persistently high levels of pollution. Schools have the option of switching to online instruction for grades 6 through 12, according to a post by Atishi on X. Following a dip in pollution readings into the "Severe" category earlier on Friday, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal announced a break for all public and private primary schools in the nation's capital.According to the System of Air Quality Forecasting and Research (SAFAR-India), Delhi's air quality stayed in the "Severe" category on Sunday for the fourth day in a row, despite a slight decrease in the overall Air Quality Index (AQI), which was recorded at 410 on Sunday as opposed to 504 on Saturday. SAFAR-India data indicates that the Delhi University region has 456 (Severe) air quality, whereas the Lodhi Road neighbourhood has 385 (Very Poor) air quality. Similar circumstances were observed in Noida, where SAFAR-India reports that the air quality fell to the "severe" category with an AQI of 466. Gurugram maintained its 'Very Poor' classification for air quality with an AQI of 392. Doctors advise that a healthy person's AQI should be less than 50, but these days, it has risen to 400, which can be lethal for individuals with lung-related conditions and even increase the chance of lung cancer. In a letter, Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai asked Union Minister Bhupender Yadav to forbid cars from adjacent states in the Delhi-NCR from entering Delhi that do not comply with BS-VI standards. Additionally, he asked the environment ministers of the bordering governments to convene in an emergency. The Chief Secretaries of the impacted states have also been asked to respond by the National Green Tribunal (NGT), which has instructed them to take prompt corrective action and present a report on their actions to the tribunal. In a statement, NGT stated that in order to guarantee improved air quality for the locals, prompt action is needed for the prevention and control of air pollution in these cities. [caption id="attachment_5026" align="alignnone" width="300"] Primary schools to remain shut till 10 Nov amid severe air pollution[/caption]

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Sunjuwan attack accused kidnapped in PoJK

editor November 5, 2023

JAMMU: A Lashkar-e-Toiba commander and one of the mastermind of February 2018 Sunjuwan terrorist attack on an Army camp, in Jammu, Khwaja Shahid alias Mia Mujahid, a resident of the Neelum Valley of PoJK has…

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IGP directs all officers to adopt foolproof security system against terrorism

editor November 5, 2023

JAMMU: On Saturday, a Top Jammu police officer gave the order to all other officers to stay vigilant and implement a perfect anti-terrorism security system. Anand Jain, the Inspector General of Police for the Jammu zone, was speaking at a conference called to discuss security and law and order issues in the Udhampur district. Jain's first trip to Udhampur since assuming the position of Inspector General of Police last month was this one. In his interactions with civil society, he also urged them to work with law enforcement to combat the drug problem and identify anti-social and anti-national groups trying to disturb the tranquilly."All officers need to remain alert and vigilant and adopt a foolproof security system to neutralise any terrorist activity in their area of responsibility," the Inspector General of Police stated. Additionally, he urged the police to take the required actions to combat the drug problem strictly and to make great efforts to apprehend the leaders of the drug-smuggling organisations. Prior to this, Udhampur Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Joginder Singh gave a briefing to the assembly regarding law and order, crime, and security conditions, in addition to other measures being implemented in the district to uphold tranquilly and eradicate the drug problem. He also outlined the steps taken to enhance policing and fortify the security grid. Jain convened a conference with members of the Panchayati Raj Institution, traders, and senior residents, among others. [caption id="attachment_5016" align="alignnone" width="300"] IGP directs all officers to adopt foolproof security system against terrorism[/caption]

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JKP becomes 1st police force in country to introduce GPS tracker anklets

editor November 5, 2023

Srinagar, Nov 4: According to officials on Saturday, the Jammu and Kashmir Police has become the first law enforcement agency in the nation to implement GPS tracker anklets for the purpose of tracking terror suspects who are being released on bond. The GPS tracker anklet is a wearable gadget that is placed around the target person's ankle to track their movements. The technology is already being utilised in Western nations including the USA, UK, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand to track the whereabouts of accused individuals under house arrest, parole, or bail, which significantly reduces the number of people incarcerated.The GPS tracker anklet has been introduced by J-K Police authorities from the State Investigation Agency (SIA) to monitor terror suspects who have been granted bail. According to them, the J-K Police is the first law enforcement agency in the nation to use this kind of equipment. The gadgets were installed, according to the officials, following an order from a Special NIA Court in Jammu, which directed the police to put a GPS tracker anklet on a terror suspect. The prosecution department of the police had emphasised the significance of this decision.Giving specifics of the case, the authorities stated that accused Ghulam Mohd Bhat had requested bail in a formal complaint filed under several UAPA articles. In the interim, the accused requested to be freed on bond while the bail case was ongoing. According to them, the accused is on trial for his affiliation with various terrorist groups and his involvement in financing terrorism under the direction of the banned group Hizbul Mujahideen (HM). Bhat attempted to carry Rs 2.5 lakh in terrorist proceeds at HM's request when he was detained in the present FIR.According to the officials, the accused was also found guilty in a different case by the NIA Court Patiala House, Delhi, of conspiring to commit a terrorist act and of being a member of a terrorist organisation. The prosecution department of Zonal Police Headquarters (ZPHQ), Jammu, emphasised in the Special NIA Court, Jammu, the need of closely monitoring the terror accused and the strict requirements for granting bail under the UAPA, 1967, the officials said. "The Special NIA Court, Jammu, was pleased to pass an order directing J-K Police to affix a GPS tracker anklet on the accused after finding merit in the prosecution's submissions," they continued.According to them, J-K Police is the first police agency in the nation to allow people who are requesting bail to have GPS tracker anklets attached to them. [caption id="attachment_5013" align="alignnone" width="300"] JKP becomes 1st police force in country to introduce GPS tracker anklets[/caption]

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DDC Reasi visits Shiv Khori: Inspects progress of development, yatris Friendly works

editor November 5, 2023

REASI: A thorough tour of the Shiv Khori area was led by District Development Commissioner Reasi Vishesh Mahajan, who is also the Vice Chairperson of the Shri Shiv Khori Shrine Board. The visit's objective was to evaluate the ongoing construction projects and the construction of upscale tourist amenities in the vicinity of the shrine. The DDC talked about future initiatives planned to improve pilgrims' experiences at the Holy Cave Shrine during the visit. He offered his respects at the Holy Shrine as well. The DDC examined the status of various projects in the shrine vicinity with other concerned personnel, paying special attention to the amenities for pilgrims.He then gave orders to construct a track that would be convenient for pilgrims and to upgrade public facilities. In addition, the DDC gave the Shri Shiv Khori Shrine Board Executive Officer instructions to build a permanent barrier that would run from the checkpoint to the shrine cave. It was also intended to construct a segregation shed on the walkway that leads to the shrine cave. Notably, the District Development Commissioner gave the pertinent departments explicit instructions to act decisively to prevent the use of single-use plastics in the area surrounding the shrine. With this direction, the path leading to the shrine and the surroundings around it will be kept clean and single-use plastics will be prohibited. Tehsildar Pouni Naresh Kumar, Executive Officer SSKSB Pardeep Kumar, and other relevant officers accompanied the Deputy Commissioner. [caption id="attachment_5007" align="alignnone" width="300"] DDC Reasi visits Shiv Khori: Inspects progress of development, yatris Friendly works[/caption]

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38 Vehicles Challaned, Driving Licenses Suspended For Traffic Violations In Doda

editor November 4, 2023

DODA, Nov 4: In an intensive enforcement drive, 38 vehicles were issued challans for violating various provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act, here today. The drive was carried out under the direct guidance of the…

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Chetak helicopter of Indian Navy meets with ground accident at INS Gaurda runway, sailor killed

editor November 4, 2023

KOCHI: A Chetak helicopter of the Indian Navy met with a ground accident on Saturday at the runway of INS Garuda, Kochi, officials said, adding that a navy sailor lost his life in the incident.…

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Govt Approves 29th Tranche Of Electoral Bonds; Sale From 6 Nov

editor November 4, 2023

NEW DELHI, Nov 4: The government authorised the issuing of the 29th tranche of electoral bonds on Saturday, ahead of assembly elections in five states. The bonds will go on sale on November 6. The choice was made in the midst of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, and Mizoram assembly election campaigns. These states have elections from November 7 to November 30. Voter tallying is scheduled for December 3. In an attempt to increase openness in political fundraising, electoral bonds have been promoted as an alternative to financial contributions to political parties.The finance ministry released a statement saying, "Government of India has authorised State Bank of India (SBI), in the XXIX Phase of sale, to issue and encash Electoral Bonds through its 29 Authorised Branches wef November 6-20, 2023." In March 2018, the first set of electoral bonds were sold. An eligible political party may only cash electoral bonds via an account with an allowed bank. The only bank that is permitted to issue electoral bonds is SBI.Bengaluru, Lucknow, Shimla, Dehradun, Kolkata, Guwahati, Chennai, Patna, New Delhi, Chandigarh, Srinagar, Gandhinagar, Bhopal, Raipur, and Mumbai are among the authorised SBI branches. The finance ministry further stated that electoral bonds have a 15-day validity period from the date of issuance and that if they are deposited after that time, no payment will be made to the political party that is the payee. It further said, "On the same day, the electoral bond deposited by an eligible political party in its account shall be credited."Indian people and companies incorporated or founded in the nation may purchase electoral bonds. Electoral bonds can be used to fund registered political parties that received at least 1% of the total votes cast in the most recent Lok Sabha or legislative assembly elections, according to the statement. [caption id="attachment_4992" align="alignnone" width="300"] Govt Approves 29th Tranche Of Electoral Bonds; Sale From 6 Nov[/caption]

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Mukesh Ambani receives fresh threatening emails for ignoring previous demand

editor November 4, 2023

MUMBAI: Mumbai police reported on Saturday that Mukesh Ambani, the chairman of Reliance Industries, had received new threat emails that threatened to punish him severely if he disregarded earlier communications requesting Rs 400 crore in extortion. Two threatening emails with the sender identifying himself as Shadab Khan were received between October 31 and November, according to the police. "Industrialist Mukesh Ambani received two threat emails once again between October 31 and November 1, warning him of serious consequences for ignoring previous emails wherein the person (sender of the mail) had demanded Rs 400 crore," according to cops.Ambani has previously received emails threatening to shoot him to death if he didn't pay the Rs 20 crore. Then, every time an email was received, the ransom kept going up to Rs 200 crore and Rs 400 crore. Mumbai police had previously stated that the first such threatening email had been issued on October 28. "The sender cites a lack of response to the prior email and increases the ransom," they added. Following receipt of the email, the Mumbai Gamdevi Police filed a case against an unidentified individual under sections 506 (2) (criminal intimidation) and 387 (putting a person in fear of death or grievous hurt in order to commit extortion) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) in response to the complaint of Mukesh Ambani's security in-charge. [caption id="attachment_4986" align="alignnone" width="300"] Mukesh Ambani receives fresh threatening emails for ignoring previous demand[/caption]

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