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Inter-state fraudster charge-sheeted in Rs 28 lac fraud

editor October 7, 2023

JAMMU: A preliminary charge-sheet was filed against an interstate fraudster who allegedly defrauded a man from RS Pura of $28 lakh on Friday in a local court here by the crime branch's economic crimes division, according to officials. Upendra Singh Rudradeo of Chappra in Bihar has been named as the defendant. The accused was presently living in Rohini Sector-1 in northwestern Delhi and in Faridabad, Haryana. At Jammu's crime branch police station, a case has been filed under IPC sections 420, 465, and 471. "The fraudster duped a complainant Puran Chand of Gazipur Kulian in RS Pura area of Jammu district of ₹28 lakh after the accused posed as head of the Indian Cooperative Mission (ICOM) and lured the complainant to work with him in various projects of the mission," according to an official spokeswoman. "In January 2017, the accused defrauded the complainant by obtaining $28 lakh. The accused then sent the complainant a false project file from Indian Cooperative Mission (ICOM) and gained the complainant's trust so they could collaborate," the source continued. A special squad from the Crime Branch in Jammu captured the accused from Delhi after he had been missing for the previous four years. He was taken to Jammu and presented before a court to request his police remand for additional case investigation. The fact that the accused was wanted in more than 7 incidents of fraud and deception in Rajasthan also came to light during the investigation. The culprit was turned over to the Ajmer Police after the chargesheet was presented in court. "Process for recovery is ongoing as the accused's bank account has a debit freeze of $18.70 lakh. A deeper inquiry into the situation is currently being conducted, according to the spokeswoman. [caption id="attachment_3648" align="alignnone" width="300"] Inter-state fraudster charge-sheeted in Rs 28 lac fraud[/caption]

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Gadkari approves standards for the construction of bus bodies

editor October 7, 2023

NEW DELHI: Nitin Gadkari, the Union Minister for Road, Transport, and Highways, announced on Friday that he has finalised criteria for bus body construction that will be uniformly applied to both OEMs and bus body…

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Kupwara prospered a lot in last 3 yrs: LG

editor October 7, 2023

KUPWARA: During his two-day visit to Kupwara, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha noted the district's tremendous growth over the last three years. "Kupwara district has grown during the past three years, and residents are taking advantage of government initiatives. Sinha told reporters on Friday, "If I talk about law enforcement, I can say that the average person is living happily. Manoj Sinha stated, "There has been significant development in the agriculture and allied sector," when discussing development in the agricultural sector. It is now a surplus district for agricultural goods or milk production. Production of walnuts has also been strong."As per the holistic agricultural plan, we will make sure that high density plantation takes place and the 70 per cent of the population who are dependent on agriculture…

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J&K Congress protests against BJP over Rahul poster

editor October 6, 2023

JAMMU: The Jammu and Kashmir Congress protested against the BJP on Friday after one of their social media posters depicted Rahul Gandhi as a "New Age Ravan." The BJP billboard on X had drawn sharp rebuke from the Congress, which on Thursday described it as "downright dangerous" and completely unacceptable. Numerous members of the Congress staged a protest march in the city under the leadership of former minister Yogesh Sawhney. They screamed anti-BJP chants and set BJP effigies on fire. "We denounce the BJP's actions. We are protesting to express our outrage at the BJP's dishonest behaviour. We attempted to hold demonstrations at the Raj Bhawan with a rally, but we were prohibited from doing so, Sawhney informed reporters. "Rahul ji is our leader and we cannot tolerate such language against him." According to Sawhney, he is the country's leader. "The citizens of this nation approve of him. The BJP is using such techniques because it is concerned about the rising public support for Rahul Ji, the speaker claimed. [caption id="attachment_3636" align="alignnone" width="300"] J&K Congress protests against BJP over Rahul poster[/caption]

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Mehbooba Hits Out At JK CS Over ‘Backdoor Appointments’ Remark

editor October 6, 2023

Jammu, Oct 6: Mehbooba Mufti, president PDP, slammed the chief secretary of Jammu and Kashmir on Friday for saying that "undeserving candidates were given government jobs in J&K through illegal and backdoor means" and demanded that, if true, an investigation be launched. I believe the chief secretary ought to feel bad for stating this. Let him act if this is the case. They do little and speak highly. In response to Arun Kumar Mehta's comment made on Thursday, Mufti informed reporters that employers cannot provide jobs for educated unemployed youth; rather, they can only remove individuals from their jobs.On Thursday, the chief secretary remarked, "I feel ashamed to say that over 2.50 lakh undeserving candidates were given government jobs in J&K through illegal and backdoor means." He was speaking at an event in Kupwara, in north Kashmir. He had claimed that now only deserving people were awarded government employment. Mufti urged the chief secretary to launch an investigation and make the names of those behind such appointments public. "If such a thing exists, he ought to identify the perpetrator. The appointments made through the back doors involve officers. With them are the NIA, CBI, and ED. Let them pursue legal action against those accountable, she said.Mufti questioned the hiring practises used by the current administration, notably for jobs like sub-inspectors, apprentice engineers, and staff in the finance division. She said that several businesses on the blacklist participated in hiring drives. We should have an answer from the chief secretary first. During their tenure, personnel from the Jan Shakti, SI, and financial departments were hired. They harmed the youth's prospects by hiring individuals from companies that were on the blacklist for employment. They are currently in court, she said.The PDP leader cited claims made by IAS official Ashok Parmer of the Jal Shakti department, who asserted a staggering Rs 13,000 crore "scam" in the division. She insisted that the Chief Secretary immediately address these charges. Such problems, according to her, are eroding public confidence and worsening the situation of educated unemployed people. "Allegations of fraud and irregularity should be discussed by him (chief secretary). This entire government is rife with corruption, she declared. [caption id="attachment_3633"…

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Viral video: Student’s slipper attack stuns Physics Wallah live class

editor October 6, 2023

OCT 06, 2023 : A strange incident involving a student hitting an instructor with a slipper occurred during a live lesson on the Physics Wallah app. The episode, which has now gained widespread attention, has spurred discussions on several social media sites. In the footage, a teacher is shown leading a live lesson when a student abruptly approaches him while holding a slipper and strikes him. The pupil keeps attacking the teacher, and the teacher reflexively ducks to avoid the impact. The student eventually finds his slipper and departs the area. The assault's motivation is still unknown, and since it happened, the footage has been making the rounds on social media. Alakh Pandey, an educator from Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, founded Physics Wallah in 2016. The Physics Wallah app was created by Pandey and co-founder Prateek Maheshwari with the express purpose of assisting students preparing for competitive exams like the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) and the Joint Entrance Exam (JEE). The app is well-known for its educational features and support, but this upsetting incident serves as a reminder of the difficulties facing teachers in the modern era. [caption id="attachment_3630" align="alignnone" width="300"] Viral video: Student's slipper attack stuns Physics Wallah live class[/caption]

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LG interacts with PRIs, residents of border villages & various other public delegations at Kupwara

editor October 6, 2023

KUPWARA: On the second day of his trip to Kupwara, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha spoke with a number of public delegations. The Lt. Governor was briefed by delegations made up of PRI members, Border village residents, traders, Pahadi, Gujjar Bakerwal, and members of minority communities, farmers, transporters, media professionals, and the Bar Association on a variety of development-related issues and other matters of public importance. The Lt Governor gave the delegations his word that their legitimate complaints will be addressed in a timely manner. The Lt. Governor noted in his interaction with the media that people-centered policies have given the district's overall growth a new lease on life and that the average citizen is now able to live in peace. He added that careful planning has increased the number of tourists visiting the area significantly. "The remote communities now have electricity, and Jal Jeevan Mission projects are moving along faster. By the end of this year, on December 31, we expect to have covered every village, panchayat, and household in the district under "Nal Se Jal." The Lt Governor declared that 70 percent of the work had already been finished. The Lt Governor stated that the railway ministry had authorised a survey of the rail line for the Kupwara district in response to a question regarding the rail connectivity to Kupwara. I hope work on the rail link will begin after the survey is finished and the DPR is submitted, connecting Kupwara to the train network. [caption id="attachment_3627" align="alignnone" width="300"] LG interacts with PRIs, residents of border villages & various other public delegations at Kupwara[/caption]

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Govt agree sanction for enquiry against 10 police officials over graft charges

editor October 6, 2023

SRINAGAR: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has authorised an investigation into a car hire scam involving 10 police officers, including a Senior Superintendent of Police, for the Police Control Room (PCR) in Srinagar. According…

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Over 9,000 Landless People Given Land In J&K So Far: LG

editor October 6, 2023

KUPWARA, Oct 06 : Over 9,000 landless individuals have already received land in the area, according to Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, and only those who qualify will receive 5 Marla land from the government. Speaking to reporters outside of a gathering at Dak Bunglow, the LG claimed that a new era of growth was beginning since the administration had been successful in bringing openness and adapting to a pro-people stance. According to him, more than 9,000 landless individuals in Jammu and Kashmir have received land grants, and only those who qualify would receive 5 Marla parcels of land in J&K.The LG further stated that the budget for a technical survey has already been approved by the railway minister while he was on a two-day visit to the Kupwara district. Kupwara will soon be connected to the rail link once the survey is done and the DPR is submitted. According to him, Kupwara is on the road to wealth and progress, and in the last three years, the security situation has also improved. "In this place, the common guy has a peaceful life. The agricultural and related industries have significantly improved in this district. Growth and output have both risen, according to LG.He said that considerable advancements had also been made in infrastructure development. Roads have been constructed. Road connections have been made to remote places. The transmission and distribution of power supplies have also received a lot of attention. Our strength has significantly increased compared to the previous. He claimed that the tourism industry is flourishing in Kupwara and that much work is being done to ensure its further expansion."Much more tourists have come here already than in prior years. Another excellent step is the formation of GMC. Previously inaccessible for at least six months, areas are now experiencing electricity for the first time. Water tap connections to each home have completed 70% of the task. The 100% target will be met by the end of this year, the LG predicted. [caption id="attachment_3621" align="alignnone" width="300"] Over 9,000 Landless People Given Land In J&K So…

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RBI maintains status quo in policy rate, flags inflation concern

editor October 6, 2023

MUMBAI: The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) monetary policy committee unanimously chose to retain the policy repo rate at 6.5 percent at its October review meeting, making this the fourth straight time that it has done so. Shaktikanta Das, governor of the RBI, stated that the central bank is worried and has recognised rising inflation as a significant risk to macroeconomic stability and sustainable growth while deliberating the policy statement on Friday morning. Das further stated that the monetary policy committee is dedicated to keeping India's headline inflation around 4%.The governor also mentioned that 5 of the MPC's 6 members favour continuing to focus on the "withdrawal of accommodation" in monetary policy in order to ensure that inflation gradually converges to the objective while fostering growth. On Wednesday, the RBI's three-day bi-monthly monetary policy committee (MPC) meeting got underway. Participants in the financial markets will be eagerly watching the outcome and the central bank's policy stance for new clues. In a financial year, the RBI normally holds six bimonthly meetings when it discusses the money supply, inflation outlook, interest rates, and different macroeconomic factors.The repo rate was kept at 6.5 percent by the RBI in each of its last three meetings in April, June, and August. The interest rate at which the RBI loans money to other banks is known as the repo rate. The central bank may have slowed the key interest rate due to a relative drop in inflation, excepting the most recent jump, and the possibility of further decline. Many nations, especially mature economies, have concerns about inflation, but India has mainly been successful in controlling its trajectory. The RBI increased the repo rate by a total of 250 basis points to 6.5 percent since May 2022 in an effort to combat inflation, barring the most recent third consecutive halt. An weapon of monetary policy that normally works to reduce demand in the economy and lower inflation is raising interest rates. Due to an increase in the cost of food goods including wheat, rice, and vegetables like tomatoes, India's headline inflation rate increased to 7.8% in July before dropping to 6.8% in August. In the upcoming days, September inflation data is expected. [caption id="attachment_3617" align="alignnone" width="300"] RBI maintains status quo in policy rate, flags inflation concern[/caption]

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