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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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Secretary Health & Medical Education makes surprise inspection at SMGS Hospital

JAMMU: Dr. Syed Abid Rasheed Shah, Secretary of Health and Medical Education, surprised Maharaja Gulab Singh (SMGS) Hospital today to evaluate the medical services offered there. Dr. Abid Rasheed thoroughly inspected each department while being accompanied by the principal of GMC Jammu & Associated Hospitals, Dr. Ashutosh Gupta, Medical Superintendent of SMGS Hospital, Dr. Dara Singh, EXEN, Heads of Departments, Senior Professors, Physicians, Paramedics, and other stakeholders. The ENT Head & Neck Surgery wards, NICU, Triage, Ayushman Bharat Facilitation Centre, ICU of Gynaecology & Obstetrics, and MICU were all under the Secretary's observation.Dr. Rasheed sought insightful input on the calibre of hospital services and facilities from patients, their attendants, physicians, and paramedics during his tour. Speaking to the medical professionals, he stressed how critical it was to address any concerns brought up by the personnel as soon as possible. The Secretary gave assurances that the administration is dedicated to addressing issues raised and views the health sector as a primary priority. Dr. Abid Rasheed examined the new block building as well, evaluating important infrastructural elements including the laundry, oxygen plant and parking area. He gave immediate orders to prioritise tasks related to mechanical and civil engineering.He was upbeat about the hospital's expansion and noted its potential to develop into a cutting-edge facility. After inspecting a 240-bed maternity facility, Dr. Rasheed promised to improve maternity care services for the people of Jammu division and gave executive agencies a deadline to finish any outstanding work. The Secretary also restated the administration's pledge to provide the people of Jammu and Kashmir with the greatest medical care and amenities available. He said that the department is still working nonstop to achieve this objective and strive for excellence in healthcare delivery. [caption id="attachment_8810" align="alignnone" width="300"] Secretary Health & Medical Education makes surprise inspection at SMGS Hospital[/caption]    

Cop injured in stone pelting during raid in Jammu

JAMMU, Jan 11: A police team that was going to capture notorious criminal Lau Gujjar was attacked today in the Waziru Chak neighbourhood of Bishnah, resulting in injury to one of the officers. According to sources, at around 5:30 in the morning, a team of police officers led by SP Headquarters and supported by SDPO RS Pura and SHO Bishnah arrived in the Waziru Chak area in response to specific inputs. Gulzar Ali, also known as Lau Gujjar, is wanted in multiple cases, including rape, attempted murder, criminal intimidation, NDPS, and attacks on law enforcement officers.Sadly, though, the police team came upon a hail of stones coming from the home where Lau was thought to be sheltering. One of the police officers, Bansi Lal, was hurt during the assault, according to sources, who also stated that the police had to use airguns to scatter the throng. Unfortunately, Lau was able to avoid the police's grasp once more. Bansi Lal, the wounded police officer, is now in the hospital, and a thorough manhunt has been launched to apprehend the fugitive offender. [caption id="attachment_8807" align="alignnone" width="300"] Cop injured in stone pelting during raid in Jammu[/caption]  

Parliament’s Budget Session To Begin On Jan 31

New Delhi, Jan 11: Beginning on January 31 and projected to remain until February 9, the Budget session of Parliament is the final sitting before the anticipated April–May general elections, according to sources. The interim budget will be presented by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on February 1, according to reports. President Droupadi Murmu's speech to the joint session of the two Houses of Parliament will kick off the session. The interim budget normally takes care of the fiscal demands of the intervening period till a government is formed after the Lok Sabha polls. [caption id="attachment_8803" align="alignnone" width="300"] Parliament’s Budget Session To Begin On Jan 31[/caption]  

NIA Raids 32 Places In Delhi, Haryana, Punjab In Terror-Gangster Case

New Delhi, Jan 11: As part of a significant effort to break the link between terrorists, criminals, and drug smugglers in the nation, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) searched 32 locations across Delhi, Haryana, and Punjab on Thursday, according to officials. Early this morning saw the start of the raids, and state police forces closely collaborated with several anti-terror agency teams as they performed searches. The organisation is searching a number of locations, including Jhajjar and Sonipat in Haryana. Agents raided the homes of those connected to the notorious mobster Lawrence Bishnoi's coordinated terror-crime network. The raids took place a few days after Lawrence Bishnoi's four houses were attached by the NIA on January 6.One of these properties could be moved, while the other three were immovable. The Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967, earlier, allowed the NIA teams in Haryana, Punjab, and Uttar Pradesh to seize the properties in a coordinated manner. According to the NIA, all of these properties are "proceeds of terrorism," used to carry out major crimes and plan terror attacks. The properties that are attached belong to Vikas Singh, who harbours the terror group in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The properties include Flat-77/4, Ashrey-1, Sulabh Awas Yojana, Sector-1, Gomti Nagar Extension, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.Two other properties that were attached belonged to accused Dalip Kumar, also known as Bhola, alias Dalip Bishnoi, and were situated in the Punjabi village of Bhishanpura, Fazilka. Ragba Tedadi (Pluralistic) 59-15 in 187/2390, Hissa (share) Baqadar and Khewat No. 296 in 127/752, Ragba Tedadi (Pluralistic) 225-12 in Hissa (share) Baqadar are the two properties. Additionally, a Fortuner vehicle registered in the name of Joginder Singh, a Yamunanagar, Haryana, resident, was taken into custody. According to NIA investigations, Vikas Singh is a friend of Lawrence Bishnoi, who has provided sanctuary to terrorists, including individuals who are suspected of attacking Punjab Police Headquarters with rocket-propelled grenades (RPGs).On the other hand, Lawrence Bishnoi's close buddy and mobster Kala Rana is the son of Joginder Singh. By permitting gang members to use his Fortuner vehicle to transfer weapons and ammunition in support of terrorist activities, Joginder Singh was aiding and abetting them. The accused Dalip Kumar's property was being used as a warehouse and shelter for the storage and concealment of weapons, as well as a place to host members of terrorist gangs. In August 2022, the NIA filed a UA(P)A case against mobster Lawrence Bishnoi and his companions' organised crime network.According to the agency's findings, the gang had established criminal networks akin to the mafia throughout multiple states in the nation. In addition to large-scale extortions from merchants and professionals, these networks were implicated in other dramatic crimes, including the murders of social and religious leaders like Pardeep Kumar and famed Punjabi musician Sidhu Moosewala. Further NIA investigations have shown that a large number of these terror plots were planned from overseas, such as Pakistan and Canada, or by leaders of organised crime syndicates that ran jail operations all throughout India.The National Intelligence Agency (NIA) has implemented various targeted tactics in recent months to disrupt and dismantle terror and mafia networks, as well as their support infrastructure. These tactics include seizing and attaching their properties that are obtained from the "proceeds of terrorism." [caption id="attachment_8785" align="alignnone" width="300"] NIA Raids 32 Places In Delhi, Haryana, Punjab In Terror-Gangster Case[/caption]…

3,422 active COVID-19 cases recorded in India

NEW DELHI: The health ministry announced on Thursday that while there are still 3,422 active cases of COVID-19 in India, there have been 514 new cases of the virus. The ministry's data, updated at 8 am, shows that three deaths have been reported in the last 24 hours—two in Maharashtra and one in Karnataka. Up until December 5, 2023, the number of daily cases had decreased to double digits; however, cases started to rise as a result of the cold weather and the appearance of a new sub-variant JN.1. According to government sources, after December 5, there was a maximum one-day increase of 841 new cases recorded on December 31, 2023, or 0.2% of the peak instances recorded in May 2021. Approximately 92% of all active cases are being treated at home in isolation. "The currently available data suggests that the JN.1 sub-variant is neither leading to an exponential rise in the new cases nor a surge in the hospitalisation and mortality," said an official source. India has previously experienced three waves of COVID-19, with the delta wave, which is expected to occur in April–June 2021, reporting the highest daily incidence of new cases and deaths. On May 7, 2021, the number of new cases and deaths reported reached 414,188, the peak. According to the ministry's website, nearly 4.4 crore individuals have recovered from the illness, meaning that the country's recovery rate is 98.81 percent. As per the website, the nation has administered 220.67 crore doses of COVID-19 vaccines thus far. [caption id="attachment_8782" align="alignnone" width="300"] 3,422 active COVID-19 cases recorded in India[/caption]