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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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IGP reviews crime, security scenario of Jammu district
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IGP reviews crime, security scenario of Jammu district

JAMMU: Anand Jain, the Inspector General of Police (IGP) for Jammu Zone, led a thorough review of the district's security and crime situation during a comprehensive meeting. The goal of the meeting, which was attended by SSPs, SDPOs, and SHOs from the Jammu District, was to increase the efficacy of overall police. The SSP for Jammu, Dr. Vinod Kumar, received the IGP along with DIG JSK Range, Shakti Pathak, who examined the resolution of cases filed in the current year and evaluated the backlog from the previous year. IGP Anand Jain stressed to the officials that cases must be handled quickly in order to lower pendency. Keeping law and order, preventing crime, resolving pending cases, and guaranteeing prompt investigation and case resolution were all topics of discussion.Special focus was placed on resolving public complaints and enhancing public-police relations. The topic of the meeting was counterinsurgency initiatives to strengthen law and order and security. The IGP evaluated counterterrorism efforts and presented strategies to reduce the district's crime rate. Improving the calibre of investigations was the main goal, especially when it came to theft, burglaries, the NDPS Act, and other cases. Jain emphasised the significance of enhancing investigative methods to guarantee convictions, with a particular focus on cases covered by the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). He gave the nodal officers instructions to designate cases in accordance with the UAPA's established procedure, guaranteeing prompt submission for judicial review. Dr. Vinod Kumar, SSP Jammu, gave a thorough Power Point presentation on the district's general security situation. The talk addressed the general state of crime and how it is addressed, offering insights into the steps made to improve law and order and security. IGP Jammu emphasised during the meeting that officers and officials must work professionally and that the calibre of their investigations must never be compromised. Officers were exhorted to expedite the resolution of pending cases and oversee matters within their jurisdictions effectively. The directive sought to improve overall policing efficiency and offer relief to the general public. [caption id="attachment_7179" align="alignnone" width="300"] IGP reviews crime, security scenario of Jammu district[/caption]  

CS inaugurates Mata Bhaderkali Asthapan’s Stone Work Sanctum Sanctorium at Thalwal
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CS inaugurates Mata Bhaderkali Asthapan’s Stone Work Sanctum Sanctorium at Thalwal

JAMMU: The stone Sanctum Sanctorium of Mata Bhaderkali Asthapan at Thalwal, Mandal was dedicated today by Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo. Rashmi Singh, the Commissioner of Mining, KK Sidha, the Commissioner of Relief and Rehabilitation, and other relevant officials accompanied him. Moti Lal Malla, the head of the Mata Bhaderkali Asthapan Trust, Ajay Bharti, the former legislator from the J&K Assembly, and representatives and heads of several pandit organisations were present at the ceremony. The Chief Secretary expressed pride in his esteemed position as he was felicitated by Mata Bhaderkali Asthapan Trust and other Pandit organisations, marking a momentous occasion. In addition to expressing gratitude for the cordial welcome, Atal Dulloo highlighted the Sanctum Sanctorium's cultural and spiritual significance. Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo is acknowledged for his devoted service to the community and is deeply appreciated by the Mata Bhaderkali Asthapan Trust and its affiliated organisations. [caption id="attachment_7175" align="alignnone" width="300"] CS inaugurates Mata Bhaderkali Asthapan's Stone Work Sanctum Sanctorium at Thalwal[/caption]