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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…

Fire Breaks Out At MLA Hostel In Srinagar

SRINAGAR, Dec 10: A fire broke out in the Member Legislative Assembly Hostel (MLA) in Srinagar on Tuesday, officials said. There was no report of any casualty in the incident. The Fire and Emergency officials said that fire broke out at around noon in the first floor of the MLA hostel quarter situated at the…

Fire Breaks Out At MLA Hostel In Srinagar
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10 infants dead after massive fire erupts at Jhansi Medical College
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10 infants dead after massive fire erupts at Jhansi Medical College

JHANSI: At least 10 infants were killed after a massive fire broke out at the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) of Jhansi Medical College in Uttar Pradesh late Friday evening, officials said. According to hospital officials, there were 54 infants admitted to the NICU ward and several infants trapped have been rescued. The dousing, as…

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Wanted Criminal Held In Kishtwar
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Wanted Criminal Held In Kishtwar

JAMMU, Oct 27:  According to authorities, a wanted criminal  from the Kishtwar area was apprehended on Friday and is connected to multiple cases in Jammu and Kashmir. Parvaiz Ahmed, who lived in the Dewaro neighbourhood of Kishtwar, had been eluding arrest since 2021, they added. According to them, the police teams apprehended the fugitive after conducting raids at several points throughout the district. According to them, Ahmed was linked to multiple criminal cases that were filed at various police stations, including those in Reasi, Udhampur, R S Pura, Bishnah, and Kishtwar. [caption id="attachment_4561" align="alignnone" width="300"] Wanted Criminal Held In Kishtwar[/caption]

Modi Took many Path Breaking Decisions For Martyrs’ Welfare: Dr Jitendra
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Modi Took many Path Breaking Decisions For Martyrs’ Welfare: Dr Jitendra

SAMBA, Oct 27 : In contrast to previous governments, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's administration is extremely sensitive to and concerned about the welfare of the armed forces and their martyrs, according to Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, who stated today that Modi has made several ground-breaking decisions for the welfare of martyrs over the last nine years. According to him, no other government has launched as many welfare programmes and benefits to support the families of martyrs as it has in the past nine years."Although the nation and the family cannot be repaired by the loss of a precious life, the Government takes this responsibility very seriously and cares deeply for the families of…

R R Swain gets additional charge of J&K DGP
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R R Swain gets additional charge of J&K DGP

JAMMU: Since Dilbag Singh will reach superannuation at the end of this month, the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, designated current Special DG J&K RR Swain (IPS) as having additional responsibility for the position on Friday. As per the directive from MHA, Swain, who is presently holding the position of special DG, CID, has been requested to assume the extra responsibility of the position starting on November 1. "With the approval of competent authority, Shri R.R Swain, IPS presently posted as special DG, CID, Jammu and Kasjmir will also function as in-charge Director General of Police in addition to his existing charge with effect from 1-11-23 and until further orders," stated the order. [caption id="attachment_4552" align="alignnone" width="300"] R R Swain gets additional charge of J&K DGP[/caption]  

Cross-border firing stops along IB in Jammu, living on the border start returning home
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Cross-border firing stops along IB in Jammu, living on the border start returning home

JAMMU: According to officials, the sporadic gunfire between Pakistani Rangers and BSF soldiers along the International Border in the Jammu district's Arnia and RS Pura sectors came to a halt early on Friday. Following the unjustified firing by Pakistani Rangers, several families that had fled the border hamlets over night have finally begun to return home. The cross-border gunfire on Thursday night that targeted five Indian checkpoints along the International Border (IB) injured a civilian and a jawan of the Border Security Force (BSF). In effect, the BSF had responded to the shooting. "There is no longer any firing (across the border)." Now that things are quiet, a senior BSF officer said.According to him, there was sporadic gunfire between the two sides until three in the morning. According to the source, a woman and two BSF members were hurt on Thursday night and are now being treated in a hospital. A jawan has been relocated to Jammu's GMC Hospital. They have been identified as Sher Singh and Karnataka-born Basavraj SR. Rajni Bala of Arnia has been identified as the woman. The border residents were terrified after Pakistan Rangers employed heavy machine guns and launched 82 and 120 mm mortar rounds. When the unprovoked shooting began on Thursday night, a number of people—particularly migrant laborers—had departed the border hamlets of Arnia, Treva, Suchetgarh, and Jabowal. In the border region, a number of families had sought sanctuary in temples, bunkers, and other secure locations. Residents in border communities reported seeing such heavy bombardment and gunfire after a long period of time. "The firing started as we were eating. We abandoned the food and fled with our families," Bihar labourer Joginder Kumar remarked. After fleeing a frontline village due to bombardment, Kumar and 51 other people, including women and children, sought refuge in a shrine in Arnia. Kumar expressed their fear. "We were aware of the firing. We've seen it now," he remarked. In a forward hamlet, Ekta Devi exclaimed, "We were saved by God's favour when a mortar round struck a house.Up until this morning, a lot of firing took place. Every glass window cracked. Rakesh Kumar, a different villager, reported that he and a few other villagers were going back to their village after seeking refuge in a bunker in a front village. "After many years, there was heavy shelling and firing. For the previous two years, there was tranquilly. You can't trust Pakistan," he declared. Social media users shared numerous videos of people leaving their homes as the firing began, many of which became viral. When the gunfire began during a wedding ceremony in Arnia, many of the guests left. "Our marriage was maintained. After the firing began, the majority of the attendees left," claimed Kuldeep, the bridegroom's relative.This is October's second breach of the ceasefire. On October 19, Pakistan Rangers opened fire at the Vikram post along the IB in the Arnia sector, injuring two BSF jawans. On February 25, 2021, India and Pakistan signed a cease-fire agreement under which both countries pledged to rigorously abide by all cease-fire agreements along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir and other areas. [caption id="attachment_4549" align="alignnone"…

India Mobile Congress 2023 | 2014 Is Not A Date, But A Change, Says PM Modi
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India Mobile Congress 2023 | 2014 Is Not A Date, But A Change, Says PM Modi

NEW DELHI, Oct 27: On Friday, October 27, 2023, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a new offensive against the Congress, calling 2014 a "badlav" (change), a year when people abandoned antiquated phones with frozen screens in favour of a government that had completely changed the country. Speaking at the India Mobile Congress, Modi cited data to demonstrate how the nation went from being an importer of mobile phones to an exporter and how major tech companies, such as Apple and Google, are vying to establish manufacturing operations in India. "2014 isn't just a year; it's 'badlav,' or change," declared the prime minister.Mr. Modi made jabs at the Congress-led UPA, comparing it to old phones with frozen screens that won't turn on no matter how many swipes or buttons are tapped, and comparing the previous government to a similar frozen state. "Phones made in India" PM Modi stated, "A restart, charging the battery, or even changing the battery did not work." "People left such antiquated phones in 2014, giving us a chance to serve the nation."According to Mr Modi, India is moving forward to become a leader in the field of 6G after launching the fastest 5G mobile phone network. The Prime Minister said that "made in India" phones are in use worldwide. According to him, India's mobile broadband speed has improved from 118th to 43rd place. In just a year after 5G was rolled out, four lakh 5G base stations have been installed. According to the prime minister, the government's top objective is granting residents access to resources, finance, and technology. [caption id="attachment_4543" align="alignnone" width="300"] India Mobile Congress 2023 | 2014 Is Not A Date, But A Change, Says PM Modi[/caption]  

“The Future is here and now”: PM at 7th India Mobile Congress
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“The Future is here and now”: PM at 7th India Mobile Congress

NEW DELHI: "The Future is Here and Now," declared Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, marking the start of the 7th edition of the India Mobile Congress. During the conference, Prime Minister Modi stated, "This event has the potential to change the fate of crores of people in the rapidly changing world of the 21st century." We used to talk about the next century or the next decade when we discussed the future. However, because of advancements in technology, we now declare that the future has arrived."The Prime Minister went on to say that we are headed towards leadership in the field of 6G technology. He also made fun of the UPA regime by bringing up the notorious 2G scandal. "We're not just extending 5G across the nation, but we're also headed towards leadership in 6G technology.Everyone is aware of the events surrounding the 2G spectrum allotment under the UPA administration. Even if 4G was extended throughout our administration, we remained untarnished. With regard to 6G technology, I have no doubt that India will dominate the globe," PM Modi stated."Be it technology, be it connectivity, be it 6G, be it AI, Cybersecurity, Semiconductors, Drones, Deep sea, the times to come are going to be completely different and it is a matter of happiness for everyone that our young generation is leading the future of the country," he stated. PM Modi continued, "Recently, Google announced the manufacturing of its Pixel phone in India." He also mentioned the tech giant's recent announcement to manufacture Pixel phones in India. India is where Apple's iPhone 15 and Samsung's Fold 5 smartphone are made. We are pleased that mobile phones made in India are currently in use worldwide."Additionally, he highlighted Indian start-ups, stating that the nation has developed into one of the top three startup ecosystems globally. We have produced a century of unicorns in a short amount of time, and we are now in the top three start-up ecosystems globally. India had less than 100 start-ups prior to 2014; today, there are more than one lakh. In the past year, India's median mobile broadband speed has increased three times. We used to be ranked 118th in the world for mobile broadband speed, but as of right now, we are at 43," PM Modi continued. [caption id="attachment_4540" align="alignnone" width="300"] "The Future is here and now": PM at 7th India Mobile Congress[/caption]  

1 web Satellite Service Ready To Connect All Parts Of The Country From Next Month : Mittal
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1 web Satellite Service Ready To Connect All Parts Of The Country From Next Month : Mittal

New Delhi, Oct 27: The OneWeb satellite communication service, according to Bharti Airtel Chairman Sunil Bharti Mittal, is prepared to link every region of the nation starting next month. Speaking at the opening session of the India Mobile Congress 2023, Mittal stated that Airtel has expanded its 5G services over the whole nation, including 20,000 villages and 5,000 towns and cities, since the service's inception last year. He stated that Airtel has been providing internet access to rural and isolated areas with funding from the Universal Services Obligation Fund, and that satellite technology now makes it possible to connect the entire nation."The OneWeb constellation is prepared to serve both the nation and the world. From next month onwards, everybody, anywhere in the nation, including isolated or challenging regions, will be able to connect," Mittal stated. After merging with Eutelsat, OneWeb will now do business as Eutelsat OneWeb, with its main office located in London.Holding the largest share of 21.2% in the combined company is Bharti Enterprises. OneWeb, sponsored by Bharti Enterprise, has finished assembling its constellation of more than 618 low-Earth orbit satellites, enabling it to provide broadband internet services globally from space. [caption id="attachment_4537" align="alignnone" width="300"] 1web Satellite Service Ready To Connect All Parts Of The Country From Next Month : Mittal[/caption]  

New Bills Replacing IPC, CrPC, Evidence Act Will Be Passed Soon: Shah
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New Bills Replacing IPC, CrPC, Evidence Act Will Be Passed Soon: Shah

Hyderabad, Oct 27: According to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the Parliament will shortly pass the three new bills that would replace the Indian Penal Code (IPC), the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC), and the Indian Evidence Act. Speaking during the IPS cadets' Passing Out procession at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy in this city, Shah declared that India is eschewing the laws enacted during British rule and ushering in a new era filled with optimism and confidence. He stated that the three new laws are being examined by the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs and will shortly be passed.He stated that the goal of the new laws is to uphold the rights of the people. Shah noted that the number of female IPS cadets is rising and that the nation is moving towards women-led growth under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's direction. [caption id="attachment_4534" align="alignnone" width="300"] New Bills Replacing IPC, CrPC, Evidence Act Will Be Passed Soon: Shah[/caption]  

Chief of Defence Staff lays wreath at National War Memorial on 77th Infantry Day
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Chief of Defence Staff lays wreath at National War Memorial on 77th Infantry Day

NEW DELHI : General Anil Chauhan, the Chief of Defence Staff, placed a wreath at the National War Memorial in the nation's capital on Friday in honour of the 77th Infantry Day. Every year on October 27, the Indian army's largest armoury observes Infantry Day to celebrate the sacrifices and services made by this unit. The Indian Army arrived in Budgam on October 27, 1947, in order to protect Kashmir from Pakistani intruders. Since then, this day has been observed as Infantry Day. It honours the ultimate sacrifice made by the troops who died defending the nation against the Pakistan Army's invasion of Kashmir during its independence.Rajnath Singh, the Union Minister of Defence, greeted the Indian army earlier today in honour of Infantry Day. "Happy 77th Infantry Day, everyone serving in the Indian Army! Warm regards." Singh posted on 'X', saying, "They are the embodiment of bravery, sacrifice, selfless devotion to duty, and professionalism." "Let us remain undeterred in our commitment to preserve the integrity and sovereignty of our Nation" , he said. On this same day, General Manoj Pande also greeted the Indian Army."On this 77th #InfantryDay, #GeneralManoj Pande #COAS and All Ranks of #IndianArmy extend best wishes to All Ranks, #Veterans and Families of the #Infantry," the Indian Army stated in a post on 'X,' citing Pande. On Infantry Day, Union Minister and former Army Chief General VK Singh (Retd) also sent greetings to the military. "The Indian Army arrived in Budgam on October 27, 1947, to protect Kashmir from Pakistani intruders. #InfantryDay is observed on this day. General VK Singh (Retd) wrote on X, "I salute the Infantry men who give their all to protect the Nation." [caption id="attachment_4531" align="alignnone" width="300"] Chief of Defence Staff lays wreath at National War Memorial on 77th Infantry Day[/caption]