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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…

Jaishankar Meets Chinese VP; Says Normalisation Of Ties Can Produce Mutually Beneficial Outcomes
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Amit Shah Reviews Security Along Indo-Pak Border, Airports With Top Officials
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Amit Shah Reviews Security Along Indo-Pak Border, Airports With Top Officials

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…

Govt committed to offer 200 units free electricity: CM Omar Abdullah

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…

Govt committed to offer 200 units free electricity: CM Omar Abdullah
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Grenade attack on police station in north Kashmir’s Baramulla, no casualties: Officials
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Grenade attack on police station in north Kashmir’s Baramulla, no casualties: Officials

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…

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MHA Think Tank Alerts Against ‘Hijack’, Sextortion, Impersonation Scams On WhatsApp

NEW DELHI, Jan 21: A police research tank under the union home ministry has released a warning and advise against several scams that occur on the widely used social media messaging app WhatsApp and result in money theft and cybercrimes. Seven distinct fraud kinds have been identified by the Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPRD). These include deceitful tactics such as fooling people through missed calls, video conversations, investment plans and employment offers purportedly, impersonation, hijacking, and screen sharing.The eight-page advisory-cum-alert described the scam as a "hijacking" attempt in which the con artists gain unauthorised access to the victim's WhatsApp (WA) account and ask their acquaintances for money. Also, a few individuals reported seeing WhatsApp video calls from unidentified numbers. These were essentially naked video conversations used for sextortion, followed by threats against the user. According to the BPRD, "the hackers blackmail the user and demand money in exchange." Under the Ministry of Home Affairs, the BPRD is a think tank focused on police-related issues (MHA).For its part, WhatsApp, which is owned by internet giant Meta, has recently started a number of public messaging campaigns to inform the public about the safety protections the network offers. According to the BPRD, hackers utilise "code scripted bots" to identify active users and then target them for various cyber threats. The hackers say they do this by intercepting missed calls from numbers that start with country codes, primarily those from Vietnam, Kenya, Ethiopia, and Malaysia. Chief financial officers, chief operating officers, chief technical officers, and high-ranking police and government officials are among the top management executives that the con artists target in their impersonation scam. They contact the victim by posing as the CEO or senior officer of their company.In order to persuade the victim to transfer the funds, the fraudsters obtain personal information about the employees they are posing as by browsing their social media handles. They then create similar profiles and request immediate payments to some links citing their attendance at a crucial meeting or an issue with their previous phone number, according to the BPRD. Additionally, images of several WA accounts where similar attempts were attempted were shared in the notice. A particular concern over WhatsApp's recently announced "screen share" feature was conveyed in the letter. According to the BPRD, "many frauds were observed in the past where scammers got victims' screen access fraudulently to commit illicit activities."It was further stated that con artists pose as representatives of banks, financial institutions, governments, and other organisations. After persuading the victim to share their screen, a malicious app or piece of software is "surreptitiously" installed on the device, compromising the victim's private data, including passwords, bank account information, and banking services. The message advised customers to enable "two factor authentication," or 2FA, on their WA account as part of the dos and don'ts. It also advised against returning calls or taking calls from unknown or suspect sources, as well as reporting and banning those numbers.The WhatsApp messaging app's authorities have already been notified of this data breach incident. Official communications are sent to the relevant authorities for the same reason, since a number of government agencies and ministry representatives are already working on it."Unknown communications on WhatsApp should be avoided as a precaution without first confirming their legitimacy. However, no suitable remedy to these issues has yet been identified," the statement stated. [caption id="attachment_9352" align="alignnone" width="300"] MHA Think Tank Alerts Against ‘Hijack’, Sextortion, Impersonation Scams On WhatsApp[/caption]  

Kashmir witnesses rise in minimum temperature

SRINAGAR: Srinagar recorded minus 3.7°C on Saturday, defying the recent trend of somewhat higher lowest temperatures in Kashmir, according to officials. Against normal weather patterns, Srinagar had a higher maximum temperature today than Jammu City. The day's data highlights an unusual atmospheric situation in Kashmir despite extended dry weather conditions, with unexpected warmth in Srinagar. The MeT department has forecast light snowfall in isolated upper levels on January 25 and light rain and snowfall over sporadic locations in Jammu and Kashmir over the next two days. "Dry weather is likely to continue until January 24, with generally cloudy conditions on the evening of the 20th," stated the meteorologist.Light snow is predicted for isolated upper elevations on January 25, and light rain and snow are predicted for scattered locations on January 26 and 27. "As per indications from different models, there is the possibility of light to moderate rain/snow at many places, and it is very likely from January 29-31," said the official. Over the next three days, the MeT department also predicted a return of moderate to severe fog and a decrease in daytime temperatures over Jammu division. Officials from the Meteorological Department reported that while Srinagar registered an increase of 1.2°C from the previous night's minus 4.9°C, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir was still 1.6°C below average for this time of year.The temperature at Qazigund was at least - 4.0°C, down from minus 5.0°C the night before, according to officials. This is 0.7°C below average for the gateway town of Kashmir. Compared to the previous night's low of minus 6.3°C, Pahalgam in Anantnag reported a low of minus 5.5°C, which is 1.7°C above typical for the well-known south Kashmir resort. According to officials, Kokernag, in south Kashmir, saw a minimum temperature of - 2.0°C, which was higher than the previous night's minus 1.4°C. The area's average temperature was 1.9°C higher. The minimum temperature in the north Kashmiri district of Kupwara fell to minus 4.7°C from minus 5.0°C the night before, signifying a 1.6°C below-normal temperature. In contrast to the previous night's low of minus 3.6°C, the ski resort of Gulmarg in north Kashmir reported a low of minus 4.6°C, with a temperature 3.1°C above average. The J&K winter capital of Jammu saw a lowest temperature of 5.9°C compared to 5.0°C the night before, which was 1.2°C below average, according to the meteorological service. The official reported a low of minus 1.4°C in Banihal, 1.9°C in Batote, and minus 0.4°C in Bhaderwah. We are currently experiencing "Chillai-Kalan" in the Kashmir valley, a hard 40-day winter season that ends on January 29.This does not, however, indicate the end of winter, since there is still a 20-day period known as "Chillai-Khurd" from January 30 to February 19 and a 10-day period known as "Chillai-Bachha" (baby cold) from February 20 to March 1. Against normal weather patterns, Srinagar had a higher maximum temperature today than Jammu City. Both people and meteorologists are interested in this peculiar weather phenomenon, wherein Srinagar records a greater maximum temperature than Jammu. Because of its position, Jammu usually has warmer winters than Srinagar, which has colder temperatures.   [caption id="attachment_9349" align="alignnone" width="300"] Kashmir witnesses rise in minimum temperature[/caption]

Ram Temple consecration: 3-day grand celebrations begin at Raghunath Temple

JAMMU: The auspicious opening of the Shree Sunderkand Path at the Shree Raghunathji Temple, located here today, marked the start of the three-day magnificent celebrations honouring the consecration event of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on Saturday. Pt. Sat Pal Raina, a priest at Shree Raghunathji Temple, recited lines from the Shree Sunderkand Path at the event. People from all walks of life flocked to the Temple to ask for Shree Raghunath's blessings. The profound lines reverberated with the spiritual ambience, creating an environment of reverence and devotion. Ajatshatru Singh, a former minister and trustee of the J&K Dharmarth Trust, attended the event with Dr. Ritu Singh.On this historic occasion, they greeted the public as well as devotees who were visiting the Temple. Ajatshatru Singh highlighted the historical significance of the Ram Temple's dedication and called it a historic event for the nation's citizens. Manish Sahni, the president of Shiv Sena J&K, was the chief guest at the function. He praised the J&K Dharmarth Trust for their efforts in planning elaborate festivities on this historic day and expressed gratitude for their commitment to conserving and honouring cultural heritage. Ajatshatru Singh gave a briefing about the celebrations' planned events. She said that on January 21, the Akhand Paath of Shri Ram Charitmanas will begin, and that that afternoon, at 3 PM, the Temple premises will host a Bhajan Sandhaya with live performances by well-known singers, such as Sonali Dogra, and folk artists. He stated that the Bhog of Akhand Paath of Shri Ram Charitmanas, Bhajan Kirtan, live performances by well-known singers and folk performers, and Dogri Dham for the visiting devotees will all be a part of the consecration celebration at Shree Raghunathji Temple on January 22. There was also SSP Ashok Sharma, the retired secretary, and Brig RS Langeh, the head of the trust. The Secretary announced that to commemorate this momentous occasion, the Dharmarth Trust, under the direction of Chairman Trustee Dr. Karan Singh, Vikramaditya Singh, Ajatshatru Singh, Dr. Ritu Singh, Ranvijay Singh, and Martand Singh, had painstakingly planned lavish events inside the Temple grounds.   [caption id="attachment_9346" align="alignnone" width="300"] Ram Temple consecration: 3-day grand celebrations begin at Raghunath Temple[/caption]  

Div Com reviews status of Bunker construction across Border Districts of Jammu Division

JAMMU: A meeting was presided over by Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar, to assess the financial and material advancements achieved in the building of bunkers in Jammu Division's border districts. Deputy Commissioners and representatives from the executing agencies in Jammu, Samba, Kathua, Rajouri, and Poonch were present during the meeting. The Div Com gave the Deputy Commissioners instructions to take decisive action and work extra hard to finish all of the communal and individual bunkers authorised in their districts.He requested that the Deputy Commissioners provide daily progress updates and assess the state of construction on unfinished bunkers. By February 28, 2024, the Div Com ordered that all bunkers be completed. The Div Com was previously informed by the Deputy Commissioners about the current state of the individual and community bunker projects in their various districts, including the financial and physical advancements made thus far.   [caption id="attachment_9340" align="alignnone" width="300"] Div Com reviews status of Bunker construction across Border Districts of Jammu Division[/caption]  

Arms seizure case: Police files charge-sheet in NIA Court in Srinagar

SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Police announced on Saturday that it had submitted a charge sheet in an arms seizure case to an NIA court in this city. Yawar Shafi Bhat, an accomplice of Arfat Yousuf Khan, and he were the two accused in this case; Bhat was killed in a clash with security personnel in 2022. The charge sheet was submitted to the Court of NIA, Srinagar, on Friday, according to a police spokeswoman. It was registered under the Arms Act and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. According to him, Bhat was a resident of Kalampora Pulwama, whilst Khan lives in Pethgam Rajpora. According to the spokesperson, the case has to do with the accused's possession of weapons and ammunition that the Batamaloo police seized.According to him, a connection between Khan and Bhat was made over the course of the inquiry using call detail records and Internet Protocol Detail Records (IPDR). On September 30, 2022, Bhat was killed in an encounter in the Baramulla district's Shah Mohalla Yadipora Palhallan. The case's hearing has been scheduled for February 19, according to the spokesperson.   [caption id="attachment_9337" align="alignnone" width="300"] Arms seizure case: Police files charge-sheet in NIA Court in Srinagar[/caption]