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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…

Amit Shah Reviews Security Along Indo-Pak Border, Airports With Top Officials
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Govt committed to offer 200 units free electricity: CM Omar Abdullah
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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…

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…

Grenade attack on police station in north Kashmir’s Baramulla, no casualties: Officials
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Fire Breaks Out At MLA Hostel In Srinagar
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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…

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Martyr Captain Tushar Mahajan Railway Station renamed

UDHAMPUR: Today, the government changed the name of the Udhampur district's Martyr Captain Tushar Mahajan Railway Station to "Martyr Captain Tushar Mahajan Udhampur Railway Station." In honour of the valiant son of the soil, Martyr Captain Tushar Mahajan, who lived in Udhampur's Adarsh Colony neighbourhood, Northern Railways renamed the Udhampur Railway Station as Martyr Captain Tushar Mahajan Railway Station on September 17, 2023. In February 2016, while fighting terrorists holed up in the Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI) facility in the Pulwama district, he gave his life in defence of the country. The people of Udhampur district approved of the Northern Railways' decision to rename the Railway Station in honour of their hometown hero, but they insisted that their district's name remain part of the official name. The Martyr Captain Tushar Mahajan Railway Station was renamed Martyr Captain Tushar Mahajan Udhampur Railway Station by an order granted by the LG administration in response to their plea. [caption id="attachment_9292" align="alignnone" width="300"] Martyr Captain Tushar Mahajan Railway Station renamed[/caption]  

AC approves incentives for establishing food processing units by Cooperative Societie

JAMMU: The Administrative Council (AC), which met here under Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, approved a proposal of the Cooperative Department that calls for 90% credit (up to a limit of Rs 9 lakh) offered by Cooperative Banks and financial assistance of 50% (up to a ceiling of Rs 4.50 lakh) of loan amount and 100% interest subvention to be given by the government in order to encourage Cooperatives to set up small food processing units costing up to Rs 10 lakh. Attending the meeting were Mandeep Kumar Bhandari, the LG's principal secretary, Atal Dulloo, the chief secretary, and advisor to the lieutenant governor, Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar. Cooperative Banks would lend money to J&K-registered cooperative societies up to 90% of the project cost, or Rs 9 lakh, whichever is smaller, if they are willing to establish food processing units. The cooperative must establish and operationalize the food processing plant within a year, following which the government would reimburse the cooperative bank for 50% of the loan amount, up to a maximum of Rs 4.50 lakh. In the second, third, and fourth years of the loan, the beneficiary cooperative is required to pay the remaining principal amount in three equal installments to the relevant cooperative bank. When the beneficiary cooperative repays the loan to the bank on schedule, the government will pay the cooperative bank the full interest on the loan amount. Under this project, the Cooperative Department aims to establish 80 Food Processing Units in two years (2023–2024 & 2024–2025). The institutional framework for carrying out and overseeing this plan, including of committees for the development, assessment, and endorsement of DPRs and proposals, has also been authorised. Farmers will be able to work under this programme, and cooperative bank employees and others working in the cooperative sector would also receive guaranteed repayments. [caption id="attachment_9286" align="alignnone" width="300"] AC approves incentives for establishing food processing units by Cooperative Societie[/caption]  

AC transfers land for establishment of NCDC branch at Jammu

JAMMU: The land transfer in favour of the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), New Delhi, for the establishment of its branch in Jammu, measuring 07 Kanal 250 Sqft, was approved by the Administrative Council (AC), which convened here under the chairmanship of Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha. Attending the meeting were Mandeep Kumar Bhandari, the LG's principal secretary, Atal Dulloo, the chief secretary, and advisor to the lieutenant governor, Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar. The NCDC offers quick health assessments and laboratory-based diagnostic services to the States and Union Territories (UTs). It also offers diagnostic referral services to state health directorates, community organisations, medical colleges, and research facilities. The government's establishment of the NCDC branch in Jammu is a significant step in offering the public, medical facilities, and health directorates in this region of Utah high-quality diagnostic services. [caption id="attachment_9279" align="alignnone" width="300"] AC transfers land for establishment of NCDC branch at Jammu[/caption]  

He Always Wanted To Join Army, Says Kin Of ‘Agniveer’ Ajay Singh Who Died In Rajouri Landmine Blast

Chandigarh, Jan 19: According to his family, Agniveer soldier Ajay Singh always intended to enlist in the Army to serve his country. He was murdered on Friday in a landmine explosion in the Rajouri area of Jammu and Kashmir, close to the Line of Control. He was born in the Khanna village of Ramgarh Sardaran in Ludhiana. His parents and six sisters survive him. In the past, Ajay's mother performed menial occupations to support the family, while his father, Charanjit Singh, worked as a daily wage labourer. "My brother wanted to join the force and serve the nation," stated one of his sisters. He served as our main source of assistance. According to Charanjit Singh, his kid was enlisted in 2022 as a "Agniveer.""We had a phone conversation on Wednesday night. He enquired about my well-being. He added that they learned of his passing on Thursday night. "He also spoke with his mother," he said. As we spoke on the phone, he inquired as to whether I had eaten dinner, Ajay Singh's distraught mother said. Bhagwant Mann, the chief minister of Punjab, expressed his sorrow over Ajay Singh's passing on Friday. "Agnaver Ajay Singh, who came from the village Ramgarh Sardaran near Khanna (Ludhiana), attained martyrdom in a landmine blast," the notification read.Mann stated that the brave jawan gave his life while gallantly carrying out his job and that the Punjab government is in his family's arms during this terrible time. According to state government policy, the deceased family will receive monetary help, he said. In the Rajouri area of Jammu and Kashmir, a landmine explosion on Thursday resulted in the death of the security man and the injuries of two others. At the time of the incident, the soldiers were patrolling the front area in the Nowshera sector.     [caption id="attachment_9270" align="alignnone" width="300"] He Always Wanted To Join Army, Says Kin Of ‘Agniveer’ Ajay Singh…

Farooq Abdullah Rules Out Any Delay In Talks With INDIA Bloc Over Seat Sharing In J&K

JAMMU, Jan 19: Farooq Abdullah, the head of the National Conference, said on Friday that discussions over seat sharing in Jammu and Kashmir have already started and ruled out any delay in reaching a decision with the INDIA group. Abdullah's remarks follow his recent warning that the INDIA bloc may be in danger if a deal on seat sharing is not reached quickly. He claimed that some members would attempt to establish their own group. The former chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir had stated, "If seat-sharing arrangement is not finalised then there is a threat to the alliance," during an online conversation with former Union minister Kapil Sibal. It ought to be completed within a set time frame. I think the biggest risk is that some would band together to form a different coalition. There's still time. Speaking to reporters on Friday, Abdullah stated that while everyone's interests must be taken into consideration, his party has no issues with the INDIA coalition on the matter of seat distribution in Jammu and Kashmir. "I don't believe there is a seat-sharing delay. They have already begun discussing it. It requires time. Each person has unique interests, and those need to be considered. The former chief minister of Jamaica told reporters here, "I'm sure everything will work out."He went on to say that his party will not have any complications now, just as it has never had any in the past, in resolving such matters with the Congress. In response to inquiries over his party's relinquishment of some seats inside the coalition, the president of NC asked, "Why? Depending on when we speak with them about this matter, this will change. We've never had any trouble working with them to resolve that. These matters will be resolved between us. Reiterating that there was "no problem at all on seat sharing," Farooq Abdullah continued, "We have no problem." You were told the other day by Omar. The NC chairman was alluding to a comment made on Wednesday regarding seat distribution by Omar Abdullah, the vice president of his party.Talk of internal disputes inside the INDIA alliance was rejected by Omar Abdullah. "Seat sharing has not been discussed with Congress at this time. He had stated, "Our goal should be to win all six seats, and they should stay in the INDIA alliance. Farooq Abdullah responded, "Pakistan is not happy with Balochistan people receiving protection on the Iran border," to a query regarding the tensions at the Iran-Pakistan border amid protection for the former. Pakistan believes it to be a threat to them. It is being resolved in other nations. [caption id="attachment_9264" align="alignnone" width="300"] Farooq Abdullah Rules Out…

Jammu-Kathua DIG Reviews Security Preparedness Ahead Of Ayodhya Temple Opening, R-Day

 JAMMU, Jan 19:  In advance of the Republic Day celebration and the consecration of the Ram temple in Ayodhya, Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of the Jammu-Kathua range Shakti Pathak examined the security preparations here on Friday. The DIG emphasised cooperative planning and proactive measures to guarantee people's safety and well-being during these momentous occasions at the high-level security meeting. According to a police official, "a strategic meeting was held here today to address the comprehensive security measures in place for the upcoming major events in our city."The spokesperson stated that in order to present a united front against potential problems, senior officers at the meeting placed a strong emphasis on creating a multi-agency strategy and encouraging coordination across various departments. DIG "Our commitment to public safety is unwavering," stated Shakti Pathak. The purpose of this meeting was to polish our arrangements and ensure that everyone attending would be in a safe atmosphere by utilising the knowledge of our committed officers and cutting-edge technology. According to a spokesperson, the DIG emphasised to police officers—including superintendents of police (SP), sub-divisional police officers (SDPO), station house officers (SHO), and police post incharges—the importance of proactive planning and teamwork in order to safeguard the community's safety and well-being during important events that may draw sizable crowds.The police were instructed to maintain a strong level of security in the area, to examine hotels, to be very watchful of visitors, and to maintain naka (checkpost) alerts. According to him, they were also requested to design a traffic management plan and crowd control techniques. He continued, "The police force is alert and prepared to adjust to changing circumstances as the city gets ready for the major events next week, ensuring a seamless and secure experience for residents and visitors alike." [caption id="attachment_9261" align="alignnone" width="300"] Jammu-Kathua DIG Reviews Security Preparedness Ahead Of Ayodhya Temple Opening, R-Day[/caption]

Cyber Cells At District Level Soon Across Jammu Division
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Cyber Cells At District Level Soon Across Jammu Division

Jammu, Jan 19: In an attempt to reduce the increasing number of cybercrime cases in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, every district in the Jammu Division will soon have a cyber unit. According to official sources, every police station is receiving reports of cyber fraud and cyber crime, so in light of this, it has been decided to establish cyber cells in each of the Jammu region's districts. According to sources, there is now just one operating cyber cell in the Jammu area, and it is overworked, which is delaying the resolution of complaints. They further mentioned that after these units are operational in each district, the specialists in cyber cell technology are training the J&K police to deal with similar complaints.They added that complaints such as phishing, frauds, defamation on social media, and online money frauds are being reported to the cyber cell, which is of a serious nature and needed to be addressed as soon as possible. "At this time, cyber fraud complaints are being registered in respective police stations and are being forwarded to the cyber police station Jammu for redressal," they stated. Official sources disclosed that the Jammu and Kashmir Police, upon receiving approval from the Police Headquarters, started the process of establishing cyber units in each district due to the ongoing complaints. Notably, Anand Jain, the Additional Director General of Police for Jammu Zone, has also acknowledged this and given the go-ahead for the early establishment of cyber units throughout the Zone.According to an official, "these cells are being introduced at the district level to resolve issues on priority for the convenience of the people battling with cyber fraud complaints." [caption id="attachment_9255" align="alignnone" width="300"] Cyber Cells At District Level Soon Across Jammu Division[/caption]  

Ant-militancy operations to remain top priority: ADGP
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Ant-militancy operations to remain top priority: ADGP

POONCH: Anand Jain, the Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) for Jammu Zone, stated on Friday that police and security personnel will continue to give top priority to counterterrorism operations in the area. While presiding over a security and crime assessment meeting in Conference Hall DPO Poonch, ADGP Jammu Zone made these statements. Dr. Haseeb Mughal, DIG Rajouri Poonch Range, was with him. SSP Poonch provided ADGP with a thorough PPT briefing at the meeting on the actions being taken to carry out anti-militancy operations and drive out the militancy from the district. The meeting's goals were to talk about the most recent attack on security troops.It is clear that there is a resurgence of terrorism in the area, but the police and security agencies must take all necessary precautions to contain the problem from the start. The ADGP Jammu Zone emphasised the importance of closely monitoring all subversive actions taking place in the Poonch district. He claimed that the enemy nation is constantly looking for methods to intrude on this district's tranquilly and serenity.   [caption id="attachment_9246" align="alignnone" width="300"] Ant-militancy operations to remain top priority: ADGP[/caption]