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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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India, France agree to intensify cooperation in Southwest Indian Ocean

NEW DELHI: Building on their cooperative surveillance missions conducted from the French island of La Reunion in 2020 and 2022, India and France have decided to step up their cooperation in the Southwest Indian Ocean. The two nations applauded the expansion of those exchanges into India's maritime area as well. Following French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to India for the Republic Day celebrations, the two countries released a joint statement suggesting that these exchanges could have a good impact on the securitization of vital sea lanes of communication. Based on their shared vision for the Indo-Pacific region, Prime Minister Modi and French President Macron reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening their long-standing alliance. The leaders highlighted how important the area is to their individual national and geopolitical interests.The importance of their relationship in the area for the development of a free, open, inclusive, safe, and peaceful Indo-Pacific and beyond was also underlined. Citing the July 2023 completed Comprehensive Roadmap for the Indo-Pacific, they conveyed pleasure with the growing scope of their involvement in the area. The joint statement states that the India-France collaboration in the Indo-Pacific area, which encompasses a wide range of bilateral, multinational, regional, and institutional efforts, particularly in the Indian Ocean Region, has its foundation in the military and security partnership. According to the statement, PM Modi and French President Macron promised to revive trilateral cooperation with Australia, strengthen their relationship with the United Arab Emirates, and look into establishing new ones in the area.The two leaders requested that their governments come up with specific project ideas after realising the value of cooperative and multilateral efforts in promoting human welfare, resilient infrastructure, innovation, and connectivity in the region as well as sustainable economic development. In the joint statement, the two presidents also demanded that the Indo-Pacific Triangular Development Cooperation Fund be established as soon as possible to help with the expansion of green technology development in the area. They decided to look into ways to coordinate Pacific-wide economic initiatives and programmes. The French Development Agency was praised by both leaders for its work in India. The two leaders talked about how the India-Middle East-Europe Corridor (IMEC) was introduced in September 2023 in Delhi, outside of the G20 Summit. Prime Minister Modi received praise from President Macron for spearheading this momentous project. Both presidents concurred that this project would be extremely important from a strategic standpoint and would greatly increase the potential and robustness of the energy and trade flows connecting Europe, the Middle East, and India. The project's Special Envoy, President Macron, was duly appointed, a development that Prime Minister Modi praised. The two presidents also recalled talking about other connection projects that would connect Southeast Asia to the Middle East and Africa during their July summit in Paris, and they decided to look into particular projects. PM Modi and President Macron reaffirmed their support for effective multilateralism that is reformed in order to confront urgent global challenges, maintain a just and peaceful international order, and get the world ready for new developments, particularly in the economic and technical spheres. The two presidents specifically emphasised how vital it is to restructure the UN Security Council and demanded that text-based negotiations at the UN's Intergovernmental Negotiations (IGN) start as soon as possible. France reaffirmed its unwavering support for India's UNSC permanent membership. The two leaders decided to have more in-depth discussions about how to govern the use of the veto in the event of mass atrocities. [caption id="attachment_9708" align="alignnone" width="300"] India, France agree to intensify cooperation in Southwest Indian…

“Broken Shiva linga, terracotta objects depicting deities recovered in Gyanvapi mosque survey”: ASI report

VARANASI: Numerous terracotta items, including figurines of deities and fragmented sculptures of Lord Hanuman and Lord Ganesha, were discovered from rubble in the western wall region of the premises, according to the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) in its survey report on the Gyanvapi mosque. Additionally, ASI reported that two glass objects—a necklace and a damaged Shiva linga—were discovered during its scientific study. "Differing kinds of stone objects include inscriptions on slabs, various-sized pestles and other domestic utensils, and sculptures of gods. There are statues of Shiva, Vishnu, Krishna, Hanuman, Ganesha, and other deities among the ones mentioned. Various kinds of terracotta objects, including as sling balls, tiles and bricks, male and female figures, deity figurines, etc., were found during the research. In the western wall area, fragments of Hanuman and Ganesha's figurines were discovered among debris, according to the study. "During the survey two glass objects, i.e. a pendant and a broken Shiva linga were found," said the report. Additionally, according to the Archaeological Survey of India, coins from various eras were also taken from the area. "These coins date from various eras. Shah Alam minted three coins with Persian legends on them. Numerous British-Indian coins, including a 64-coin hoard, were discovered. These include East India Company, Queen Victoria, Edward VII, and George V coins, some of which were corroded beyond recognition. There was also one copper coin belonging to Madhav Rao Scindia, according to the study. Following the publication of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) survey report on the Gyanvapi mosque in Varanasi, Maulana Khalid Rasheed Firangi Mahali, the chairperson of the Islamic Centre of India, stated that the study must be examined before any comments can be made. "The 839-page report from the ASI has been delivered to the relevant parties; the Muslim side must first review the entire document and provide their feedback. We fervently hope that the decision-making process will be grounded in reality. The legal matter is still pending. Before anything is spoken, the ASI report will be examined, according to Maulana Khalid Rasheed. A previous structure appeared to have been destroyed in the 17th century, and "part of it was modified and reused," according to the ASI report on the Gyanvapi mosque complex. It also stated that, based on scientific studies, it can be said that there "existed a large Hindu temple prior to the construction of the existing structure. [caption id="attachment_9705" align="alignnone" width="300"] "Broken Shiva linga, terracotta objects depicting deities recovered in Gyanvapi mosque…

Raj Bhawan celebrates Dadra and Nagar Haveli & Daman and Diu UT Day

JAMMU: Today was Dadra and Nagar Haveli & Daman and Diu Union Territory Day, observed in Jammu Kashmir Raj Bhawan. On this day of their formation, the Lieutenant Governor greeted and wished the people of Dadra and Nagar Haveli as well as Daman and Diu Union Territory. Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu united to establish the new Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu on this day (January 26). In the future, may Dadra, Nagar Haveli, Daman, and Diu achieve unprecedented levels of development and wealth, he remarked. [caption id="attachment_9702" align="alignnone" width="300"] Raj Bhawan celebrates Dadra and Nagar Haveli & Daman and Diu UT Day[/caption]

Ladakh tableau features girls playing ice hockey during Republic Day parade at Kartavya Path

NEW DELHI: This year's Ladakh tableau for Friday's Republic Day march had young women playing ice hockey. Since all of the players on the Indian women's ice hockey team are Ladakhi, the tableau with the theme "Empowering Women through Employment in Ladakh's Journey" was selected. The trailer's foreground included a Ladakhi village, symbolising the region's dedication to improving living conditions by offering sustainable resources, energy, and education. And showed houses with solar panels, a symbol of the area's forward-thinking projects, with kids studying in the bright light. The midsection of the trailer showed Ladakhis engaged in a range of economic pursuits, including the production of apricot jam, seabuck thorn juice, wooden crafts and an apricot tree. This accurately captured the ambitions of youthful, vibrant entrepreneurs aiming to create an innovative future for Ladakh. The last scene included a Ladakhi mountaintop, emphasising that Umling-La pass holds the title of being the highest motorable road in the world. There are also solar-powered LED street lights, wanderers caring for goats, and expert pashmina weavers. Female artists from every Ladakhi ethnic tribe, including the Ladakhi, Balti, Purgi, Sheena, Brokpa/Aryan, Changpa, and others, were showcased on both sides of the tableau. Using cultural tableaus and performances, as many as sixteen states and Union territories showcased the richness of their respective ethnic backgrounds. An all-female tri-service contingent marched in the parade for the first time ever. [caption id="attachment_9698" align="alignnone" width="300"] Ladakh tableau features girls playing ice hockey during Republic Day parade at Kartavya Path[/caption]  

High Court Of J&K, Ladakh Celebrate Republic Day

JAMMU, JANUARY 26: The main event of the 75th Republic Day celebration was conducted in the High Court Wing in Jammu, when Justice N Kotiswar Singh, Chief Justice, unfurled the national flag and greeted the attendees. This was done by the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. Judge Tashi Rabstan, Justice Sindhu Sharma, Justice Rajnesh Oswal, Justice Vinod Chatterji Koul, Justice Puneet Gupta, Justice Javed Iqbal Wani, Justice Mohammad Akram Chowdhary, Justice Rahul Bharti, Justice Moksha Khajuria Kazmi, and Justice Rajesh Sekhri were among the judges present at the event. In addition, spouses of the judges of the J&K and Ladakh High Courts graced the ceremony.The High Court of J&K and Ladakh's Registrar General, Shahzad Azeem, Advocate General D C Raina, Secretary, Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Achal Sethi, Principal Secretary to the Chief Justice M K Sharma, and other officers and officials of the High Court registry also took part in the event. Attendees at the occasion included the Principal District and Sessions Judge of Jammu, the Registrar Judicial of the Jammu Wing of the High Court, the President of the Jammu Bar Association, Senior Advocates of Jammu, and representatives from the administration and police. After the tricolour was unfurled in the High Court's Jammu Wing, the Armed Forces contingent entertained the crowd with patriotic music and melodies.N. Kotiswar Singh, the Chief Justice, gave candy to the military personnel. Similar to this, Justice Atul Sreedharan, a judge of the High Court of J&K and Ladakh, also raised the national flag in the Srinagar Wing of the court after saluting at the March Past and hearing the band play the national anthem and patriotic songs. The event was also graced by the august presence of Justice Sanjay Dhar, Judge, High Court of J&K and Ladakh. Besides, Member, J&K Special Tribunal Srinagar,…