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Over 2,300 H1N1 Cases Among 3,000 Influenza Infections ; CM Calls For Emergency Meeting

NEW DELHI, Aug 25: Delhi Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh on Tuesday said that Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has called for an emergency review meeting amid a rise in influenza cases in the national capital. Asserting that the situation was under control with adequate doctors and medicines, Singh said Delhi has reported around 3,000 influenza…

Over 2,300 H1N1 Cases Among 3,000 Influenza Infections ; CM Calls For Emergency Meeting
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Govt Restricts Fixed Dose Combinations Containing 2 Chemical Compounds For Young Children
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Govt Restricts Fixed Dose Combinations Containing 2 Chemical Compounds For Young Children

NEW DELHI, Aug 22: In a significant step to safeguard the health and safety of young children, the Government has imposed restrictions on the manufacture, sale and distribution of all fixed dose combinations containing Chlorpheniramine Maleate and Phenylephrine Hydrochloride, mandating a clear warning that these medicines shall not be used in children below four years…

Enrolment In Govt Schools Fell By Nearly 86 Lakh Between 2023-24 And 2025-26: MoE Report

New Delhi, Jul 7: Enrolment in government schools fell by nearly 86 lakh between 2023-24 and 2025-26 while private unaided recognised schools added more than 88 lakh students during the same period, according to the UDISE 2025-26 report released by the Ministry of Education. UDISE+ (Unified District Information System for Education Plus) is the Centre’s…

Enrolment In Govt Schools Fell By Nearly 86 Lakh Between 2023-24 And 2025-26: MoE Report
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Jaishankar Meets Chinese VP; Says Normalisation Of Ties Can Produce Mutually Beneficial Outcomes
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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…

Terror module unearthed in Baramulla; 2 LeT terrorist associates arrested

BARAMULLA: The arrest of two terrorist associates and the recovery of weapons and ammunition from them led to the discovery of a Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terror module in Jammu and Kashmir's Baramulla region, according to police reports released on Friday. According to a police officer, the two LeT outfit terrorist members were detained in the north Kashmiri village of Uri. Two firearms and five hand grenades, among other incriminating items, were reportedly found in their possession. The police official stated that a case has been filed under the UA (P) & Arms Act and that additional investigation is ongoing. [caption id="attachment_2796" align="alignnone" width="300"] Terror module unearthed in Baramulla; 2 LeT terrorist associates arrested[/caption]      

Forces Use Drones, Fire Mortar Shells As Anantnag Operation Enters Day 3

SRINAGAR, Sept 15: As the operation to drive out the ultras began its third day on Friday, officials said drones were being used to determine the location of the terrorists who had set up camp in a wooded region on a high terrain in Jammu and Kashmir's Anantnag district. On Wednesday, the terrorists murdered four members of the security force. Based on drone monitoring, the military "fired mortar shells on the terrain where they believe the terrorists are hiding," according to the officials. They continued by saying that the security personnel had kept a close cordon around the area.In an encounter with the terrorists on Wednesday morning at Gadole in the Kokernag region of the south Kashmir district, Colonel Manpreet Singh, commanding officer of the 19 Rashtriya Rifles unit of the Army, Major Ashish Dhonchak, Deputy Superintendent of Jammu and Kashmir Police Humayun Bhat, and a soldier were all killed. (AGENCIES) [caption id="attachment_2793" align="alignnone" width="300"] Forces Use Drones, Fire Mortar Shells As Anantnag Operation Enters Day 3[/caption]    

ISRO :  Aditya L1 successfully undergoes fourth earth-bound manoeuvre
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ISRO : Aditya L1 successfully undergoes fourth earth-bound manoeuvre

BENGALURU: Early on Friday morning, the Aditya L1 spacecraft, India's first space-based mission to study the Sun, successfully completed its fourth earth-bound manoeuvre, according to ISRO. "The fourth Earth-bound move (EBN#4) is successfully carried out. While a portable terminal currently stationed in the Fiji islands for Aditya-L1 will support post-burn operations, ISRO's ground stations at Mauritius, Bengaluru, SDSC-SHAR, and Port Blair tracked the satellite during this operation, the space agency said in a post on X, a platform formerly known as Twitter.It stated: "The next manoeuvre Trans-Lagragean Point 1 Insertion (TL1I) a send-off from the Earth is scheduled for September 19, around 02:00 Hrs. IST." The new orbit achieved is 256 km x…

Anantnag Encounter | Soldier Succumbs To Injuries, Toll Reaches 4

SRINAGAR, Sept 15: The death toll from an ongoing encounter in the Anantnag area of Jammu and Kashmir increased by one soldier on Friday, bringing it to four since Wednesday. An official stated that the area has been sealed off and that a search has begun. The encounter came after a shootout on Wednesday between security personnel and terrorists hiding in the Kokernag region of Anantnag. Even though the encounter is still going on, a Jammu and Kashmir Police DSP, a Company Commander (Major), and a Commanding Officer (Colonel) of an Army Rashtriya Rifles unit were all killed in the gunfire. [caption id="attachment_2784" align="alignnone" width="300"] Anantnag Encounter | Soldier Succumbs To Injuries, Toll Reaches 4[/caption]        

Gadkari : Govt not planning to levy any tax on diesel vehicles
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Gadkari : Govt not planning to levy any tax on diesel vehicles

NEW DELHI:Union minister Nitin Gadkari sought to explain his comments regarding the taxation of diesel vehicles on Thursday, adding that there is no proposal to do so. Instead, he intended to urge automakers to take action to reduce pollution. The road, transport, and highway minister's comments earlier this week about the need to impose a 10% tax on diesel-powered vehicles in order to assist reduce emissions had caused a lot of controversy. Gadkari said to news channel, "I am not against diesel fuel, and we are not going to collect any tax on diesel automobiles. According to the minister of highways and road transport, diesel is extremely dangerous for the environment and is seriously harming the nation's health.Gadkari emphasised that he is not against any one business and added that the government currently offers incentives for electric automobiles. "My advice to the industry is to focus on alternative fuel as the best method to (reduce pollution)," he stated. Speaking on September 12 at the SIAM annual conference, Gadkari cautioned that rising pollution levels pose a serious threat to public health and that increased taxes may be required to deter the sale of diesel cars. "I am requesting that the Finance Minister increase the GST on diesel vehicles and engines by 10%.Therefore, he continued, "my recommendation to the industry is to focus on alternative fuel as the best method to (reduce pollution). Speaking on September 12…

DIG holds a meeting to review enforcement of traffic rules
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DIG holds a meeting to review enforcement of traffic rules

JAMMU: DIG Traffic Shridhar Patil convened a gathering of Range Traffic police officers to assess the traffic situation in Jammu. The DIG began the conference by congratulating the officers for their exceptional performance in completing the Shri Amarnath Ji, Shri Budda Amarnath Ji, and Machail Mata yatras successfully under difficult circumstances. The senior officer conducted a thorough examination of how police personnel enforced traffic laws and gave rewards to those who continued to do so admirably throughout the month of August. Patil emphasised the need to pay special attention to the 13 main traffic infractions listed below since they were serious problems that endangered public safety and inconvenienced people.Overspeeding/dangerous driving, without wearing a crash helmet, using a mobile while driving, driving while intoxicated, driving when underage, incorrect parking, running red lights, overloading a goods carrier or a passenger, riding triple, HSRP, etc. For each black spot that is prone to accidents, he asked the SSP of the traffic police range in Jammu to form Accident Response Teams (ARTs) in their respective areas. These ARTs should include volunteers, members of local organisations, members of Panchayati Raj Institutions, and other stakeholders. They should also start and follow the process of rectification of black spots to prevent accidents and to provide an immediate response in the event of accidents to save precious lives. Rohit Baskotra, SSP Traffic NHW Ramban, Fiesel Qureshi, SSP Traffic City Jammu, and all Dy.SsP of Traffic Police Range Jammu were present at the meeting. [caption id="attachment_2778" align="alignnone"…

LG inaugurates 2-day Workshop on strengthening Child Protection System & Mechanism in UT of J&K
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LG inaugurates 2-day Workshop on strengthening Child Protection System & Mechanism in UT of J&K

SRINAGAR: The two-day workshop for Sensitization/Training workshops for representatives of PRIs, ULBs, Police, and other stakeholders to strengthen the Child Protection System and Mechanism in the UT of Jammu Kashmir was opened by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha. The Women and Child Development Ministry of the Government of India is launching this campaign for the first time in the nation. The Lt. Governor thanked the Ministry of Women and Child Development in his speech and praised the Social Welfare Department for their creative plan to hold a training session for 15,000 people in 2023–2024. He claimed that the training programme is evidence of the university administration's dedication to ensuring children have happy childhoods and a nurturing environment that allows them to reach their full potential. "Our children did not have the childhood they deserved for many years. They were misled by those who profit from armed conflict and were given stones. Our youngsters now carry laptops and tablets and are helping to create the country because we have destroyed that ecosystem, the Lt. Governor stated. The Lt. Governor stressed the importance of giving homes to youngsters living in institutions and on the streets while addressing the first session. The Lt. Governor stated, "I think institutional care should be the last resort because I think childhood develops in a lively setting of home. He claimed that the government has launched a number of initiatives for rehabilitation and child care, and that adoption is now being promoted through a partnership between the Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) and State Adoption Resource Agency (SARA). The Lt. Governor also urged youth clubs, NGOs, seniors in the community, religious leaders, and public officials to join the fight against the drug epidemic. One of the main issues is adolescent drug misuse. We have a zero tolerance policy against drugs, and it is up to us all to spread the word and take more action to make J&K a drug-free state, he said.The Lt. Governor requested that the central government officials take into consideration opening a Vatsalya Sadan in both Jammu and Srinagar. Senior officers from the Central Government and the UT Administration were present, along with Dr. Arun Kumar Mehta, Chief Secretary J&K, Sanjeev Kumar Chadha, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Women & Child Development, Indra Mallo, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Women & Child Development, Sheetal Nanda, Commissioner Secretary Social Welfare Department. PRIs and ULB members, police officers, resource people, Juvenile Justice Board representatives, judicial authorities, NGOs, and other stakeholders were present for the opening session. [caption id="attachment_2772" align="alignnone" width="300"] LG inaugurates 2-day Workshop on strengthening Child Protection System & Mechanism in UT of J&K[/caption]…

INDIA alliance wants to destroy Sanatan Dharma : PM
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INDIA alliance wants to destroy Sanatan Dharma : PM

MADHYA PRADESH: The opposition INDIA coalition was referred to as "ghamandia" (arrogant) on Thursday by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who also said that it intended to destroy Sanatan Dharma. He was addressing after laying the cornerstone for 10 industrial projects in Madhya Pradesh as well as a petrochemicals complex valued at Rs 49,000 crore at the Bina refinery. "Recently, the 'ghamandia' alliance's (leaders) gathered in Mumbai. They don't have any concerns, policies, or a leader. They are assaulting Sanatan Dharma with the intention of destroying it, according to a concealed agenda, he claimed.His declaration follows those of DMK politician and minister for Tamil Nadu Udhayanidhi Stalin, who claimed that Sanatan Dharma is opposed to social justice and should be abolished. A Raja, a different DMK leader, compared leprosy and Sanatan Dharma to one other. In his speech, Prime Minister Modi expressed gratitude to the 140 crore Indians for making the G-20 Summit a success and claimed that it had increased national pride. The Prime Minister, criticising the Congress, claimed that people in power in Madhya Pradesh for a considerable amount of time only engaged in crime and corruption. He declared that the nation will receive 75 lakh new gas connections from the government. He stated that "Rs 50,000 crore projects are being set up in Madhya Pradesh, which will spur the state's development." [caption id="attachment_2767" align="alignnone" width="300"]…