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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…

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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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LG Sinha Advocates Participation Of Ex-Soldiers, Officers In Fight Against Terrorism

Jammu, Jan 14: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday spoke in favour of retired military personnel, law enforcement officials, and veterans joining the current counterterrorism effort, claiming that although terrorism was nearing its end, the enemy was still attempting to feed it. Additionally, he said that the administration of J&K will provide land in Jammu and Kashmir for the development of Sainik Colonies, which would house the families of slain heroes. After speaking with veterans, veer Naris, and NoKs of fallen troops, the LG stated at the Jammu occasion that 4 crore visitors had come to the UT in the previous two years. In 2022, 1.88 crore visitors travelled to J&K, while in 2023, 2.12 crore people visited the UT. The J&K is experiencing a calm environment, but our enemy is unable to accept this and is still encouraging terrorism, according to the LG. According to him, terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir is dying, but the "adversary" is still planning ways to feed it. "During the most recent security review meeting, I argued that veterans, including officers, soldiers, and police officers, ought to be included in the decisive battle against terrorism," the LG stated. He claimed the ex-gratia payment of Rs 25 lakh to the families of the slain troops was insufficient. The LG declared, "I will make sure that the amount is raised this year only."According to Sinha, the J&K government will provide land this year for the establishment of Sainik Colonies in both Jammu and Kashmir so that the families and NoKs of slain heroes can live there.   [caption id="attachment_9002" align="alignnone" width="300"] LG Sinha Advocates Participation Of Ex-Soldiers, Officers In Fight Against Terrorism[/caption]

PM Modi gifts his shawl to girl during Pongal celebrations in Delhi

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi showed a child who performed at the Pongal celebrations at Union Minister of State L Murugan's home in the nation's capital an astounding gesture on Sunday by giving her his shawl. At the ceremony, a teenage singer gave a performance. After she touched PM Modi's feet, the PM gave her his shawl as a token of appreciation. In wishing everyone a happy Pongal, Prime Minister Modi stated earlier today that the occasion embodies the sentiment of "Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat." The Prime Minister made this statement while in the nation's capital for the Pongal celebrations at Union Minister of State (MoS) L Murugan's home. "Today, the nation observed the Lohri festival.While some commemorate Makar Sankranti today, others do so tomorrow; Magh Bihu is also approaching. "I greet my fellow citizens on these festive occasions," he uttered. PM Modi went on to say that he wanted to celebrate Pongal with his family. "Happy Pongal to all of you! I pray for happiness, wealth, and contentment in your life on this holy day. I feel like I'm celebrating Pongal with my family today," he remarked. Tamilisai Soundararajan, the governor of Telangana, was also present for the event. "The festival of Pongal depicts the emotion of 'Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat'...This emotion of unity will give strength to the 'Viksit Bharat' of 2047," the Prime Minister stated. He went on to say that all of the festivities had some connection to agriculture. "Saint Tiruvallur has remarked that 'Good harvest, educated men, and honest traders together construct the nation'. It is customary to offer God the first harvest on Pongal. Our farmers are the foundation of this tradition. Actually, agriculture plays a part in every one of our celebrations," he remarked. The Prime Minister went on to say that Shree Anna, or millet grains, are produced by over three crore farmers nationwide. If we promote Shree Anna, then it immediately benefits these three crore farmers. On the holy day of Pongal, PM Modi also took part in a cultural event at Murugan's home. Tamils celebrate the harvest festival of Pongal. It's an occasion to give thanks to the Sun, the natural world, and all the farm animals that support a plentiful harvest. In addition to being observed over four days, Pongal also heralds the start of Thai, an auspicious month in Tamil. [caption id="attachment_8999" align="alignnone" width="300"] PM Modi gifts his shawl to…

We Understand Your Pain, Will Bring Back Harmony, Peace: Rahul Gandhi

THOUBAL, Jan 14:  As he set out on the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra on Sunday from this location in Manipur, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi pledged to bring harmony and peace to the state plagued by interethnic violence. More than 180 people have died and others have been left homeless as a result of the violence that erupted in the northeastern state in May of last year. Gandhi also took aim at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stating that possibly Manipur was not a part of India for the BJP and the RSS, while speaking at a public assembly in Thoubal, which is south of Imphal, the capital of Manipur. The prime minister has not been to comfort you, grasp your hand, or wipe your tears even though thousands of people have lost loved ones. Perhaps in the eyes of the RSS, the BJP, and Narendra Modi, Manipur is not a part of India. Gandhi remarked, "Your pain is not their pain." "We are aware of the suffering, hurt, and grief that the people of Manipur have endured. We're going to restore the affection, harmony, and tranquilly that this state was known for," he declared. The yatra would traverse 100 Lok Sabha constituencies, 337 assembly segments, and 110 districts over a span of 6,713 miles. After 67 days, it will come to an end in Mumbai on March 20. The prime minister was also criticised earlier by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, who claimed that the prime minister had just travelled to the northeastern state to win votes and not to sympathise with the state's suffering citizens. "Modi hasn't visited Manipur; he has time to drive by the water and swim in it. Modi should not be chanting "Ram, Ram" in order to get votes. At the yatra's start, he declared, "The BJP incites people and mixes religion and politics." The BJP is talking about "Ram," but they also have a knife at their sides. The president of Congress stated, "They shouldn't treat individuals in such a way. According to Kharge, the Congress supported equity, secularism, and social justice. According to Rahul Gandhi, the goal of the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra is to combat fascist movements and preserve democracy and the Constitution. The Congress president said he was proud that a leader of his party was moving from door-to-door to convey the message of peace. Earlier, Kharge presented the bus on which Gandhi and other Congress leaders will travel from Manipur to Mumbai as part of the yatra. [caption id="attachment_8987" align="alignnone" width="196"] We Understand Your Pain, Will Bring Back Harmony,…

Northern Border Stable But ‘Not Normal’: Army’s Northern Command Chief

SRINAGAR, Jan 14: Regarding the circumstances around the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in the Ladakh area, a senior Army general stated on Sunday that while the northern border is stable, it is "not normal." The General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Northern Command, Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi, stated that negotiations are in progress for the remaining five of the seven points of friction in eastern Ladakh, where the Indian Army and the Chinese PLA have been engaged in a standoff since May 2020. He informed reporters in this location, "The northern border area is stable but it is not normal or I can say it's sensitive."The Army general seemed to be referring to Pakistan when he indicated that the bordering nation planned the terrorist attacks in the Poonch-Rajouri area because they were against the current development efforts taking place in this area. The Poonch-Rajouri area saw improvements in prosperity for its residents. People were obtaining jobs and investments were flowing in. This climate of peace and prosperity did not sit well with our adjacent countries. They have been encouraging militancy in the area because of this, but we have countered them," he stated, sounding confident that they will put an end to militant activity in the near future. According to Lt Gen Dwivedi, there needs to be more collaboration in the area between the military, police, and locals."We are increasing the number of police stations and also implementing some reorientation." We can better handle the issue with this," he stated. 2023 has been dubbed a "zero-infiltration year," according to the Army commander, as no terrorist was able to cross the Line of Control. That being said, a lot of terrorists are on their way. We've already acted. As you can see, out of the 55 terrorists slain last year, just 21 were foreign nationals. There were 121 terrorist recruits in 2022, but just 19 in 2023, he said reporters. He claimed that after Article 370 was repealed, Jammu and Kashmir has seen several improvements.The last four years have seen a great deal of change. And every shift, whether it be in terms of outside investments, tourist arrivals, or infrastructure development, has been positive. In general, the public benefits, and Jammu and Kashmir is contributing significantly to the development of the nation, he stated. He was in Srinagar to participate in a Veterans Day ceremony for the armed forces. Every year on January 14, the Armed Forces Veterans' Day is observed in remembrance of the day in 1953 when Field Marshal K M Cariappa, the first Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army, officially retired from the army. [caption id="attachment_8978" align="alignnone" width="300"] Northern Border Stable But ‘Not Normal’: Army’s Northern Command…