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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…

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…

DC Jammu seeks explanation from absentee health staff

JAMMU, AUGUST 30: Deputy Commissioner, Sachin Kumar Vaishya conducted a surprise inspection of the Tehsil Office and the Government Health & Wellness Centre Pargwal. Additional District Development Commissioner Sher Singh accompanied the Deputy Commissioner during the inspection tour. At the Tehsil Office, the Deputy Commissioner scrutinised the Service Plus portal and evaluated the office's adherence…

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Kashmiri Youth pledge greater electoral participation to foster democracy
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Kashmiri Youth pledge greater electoral participation to foster democracy

Exhibited enthusiastic participation in Run for Democracy, Cycle Rally, Shikara Rally at SKICC SRINAGAR, AUGUST 09: Hundreds of youngsters of Kashmir came together with unmatched enthusiasm, promoting the importance of voting and expressing their faith in democracy. The students participated in several programs under SVEEP like Run for Democracy, Cycle Rally and Shikara Rally at…

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Div Com accords warm reception to Champion para Athlete Sheetal Devi & Rakesh Kumar at Jammu
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Div Com accords warm reception to Champion para Athlete Sheetal Devi & Rakesh Kumar at Jammu

JAMMU: Para athletes Sheetal Devi, 16, and Rakesh Kumar, 16, were received and welcomed by Divisional Commissioner Jammu Ramesh Kumar today in Jammu. After earning medals at the recently finished Para Asian Games in Hangzhou, China, the Para Athletes have returned. Despite all odds, Sheetal Devi—who was born without arms—became the first female armless champion archer in history.The Div Comm praised Sheetal Devi for her tenacity, resolve, and unbreakable character, which made her the first paraarcher without arms in history. He also praised Rakesh Kumar's efforts and accomplishments. He stated that the UT of J&K and the country are proud of the accomplishments of the paraathletes. The Div Comm went on to say that the UT of J&K is working hard to develop sports and athletes under the direction of Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha.He also valued the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board's assistance in providing the athletes with amenities and care. Prominent athletes were in attendance, including ADDC Kishtwar's Sham Lal, J&K Sports Council member Ranjit Kalra, DSO Sports Council's Baljinder Singh, Arjuna Awadee and Krupali Singh, coach Abhilasha Choudhary, escort Romika Sharma, and others. [caption id="attachment_4877" align="alignnone" width="300"] Div Com accords warm reception to Champion para Athlete Sheetal Devi & Rakesh Kumar at Jammu[/caption]    

Man Arrested In Kishtwar After Being On The Run For 10 Yrs
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Man Arrested In Kishtwar After Being On The Run For 10 Yrs

Jammu, Nov 2: In the Kishtwar area of Jammu and Kashmir, authorities on Thursday apprehended a guy who had been eluding capture for the previous ten years in connection with a criminal case, according to officials. Shabir Ahmed Malik, a resident of Kishtwar's Bun Astan neighbourhood, was sought in relation to a 2013 complaint filed under Section 436 of the Ranbir Penal Code for his suspected participation in using explosives to demolish a house in addition to assaulting and injuring others, they added.According to Kishtwar Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Khalil Poswal, an absconder was eventually apprehended by a police team conducting raids in response to intelligence about his whereabouts. According to Poswal, Malik was brought before the Kishtwar court after his apprehension. All other absconders were likewise forewarned by the SSP to turn themselves in before the police or face harsh consequences. [caption id="attachment_4874" align="alignnone" width="300"] Man Arrested In Kishtwar After Being On The Run For 10 Yrs[/caption]  

JKP Honours Parents Of Para Archer Sheetal Devi For Gold Medal Triumph At Para Asian Games
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JKP Honours Parents Of Para Archer Sheetal Devi For Gold Medal Triumph At Para Asian Games

Jammu, Nov 2: in their home in the Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir Police honoured Sheetal's parents on Thursday in recognition of their daughter's gold medal achievement in the Para Asian Games. According to an official release, Kishtwar's Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Khalil Poswal, visited Sheetal Devi's home. Sheetal Devi is an amazing athlete who recently won a gold medal at the prestigious Para Asian Games. The purpose of the visit was to express gratitude and acknowledgement for Sheetal Devi's extraordinary accomplishment. According to the handout, India was immensely proud of Sheetal Devi, a committed and gifted para-athlete who won gold medals in the Para Asian Games.Her commitment, diligence, and remarkable sportsmanship have served as an example to the community and a monument to Kishtwar's unwavering spirit. He gave Sheetal Devi's parents his congratulations during his visit, acknowledging that their constant encouragement and support were crucial to her accomplishment. He praised Sheetal Devi's tenacity and resolve, praising her as a bright example of what can be accomplished with commitment and enthusiasm.He continued, saying that the SSP's visit demonstrated the Kishtwar Police Department's dedication to recognising and celebrating local talent. It was also a time of pride and celebration for the entire community, highlighting the significance of sports and their potential to empower both individuals and communities. Poswal went on to say that in addition to honouring Sheetal Devi's accomplishments, recognition also acts as a source of inspiration for future athletes in Kishtwar and beyond. It demonstrates that people can overcome obstacles and achieve greatness with perseverance, hard effort, and constant support, he continued. [caption id="attachment_4850" align="alignnone" width="300"] JKP Honours Parents Of Para Archer Sheetal Devi For Gold Medal Triumph At Para Asian Games[/caption]  

Snowfall ,Light rain over higher reaches of J&K during next 24 hours: MeT
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Snowfall ,Light rain over higher reaches of J&K during next 24 hours: MeT

SRINAGAR: The Meteorological Centre Srinagar forecasted light rain or snowfall over certain higher regions of Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday for the upcoming day. According to the MeT office, Thursday's weather will mostly be clear to partly cloudy, with the chance of light rain or snowfall tonight over a few isolated higher peaks. "November 3-6 will see mostly dry weather, while November 7-8 will see fair to generally cloudy skies with a chance of light snowfall over isolated higher reaches," the report stated. The MeT office stated that November 9–10 will be mostly cloudy with light rain or snowfall over a few higher levels, but elsewhere there won't be any noteworthy weather until November 10.Late last night, Razdan Top in Jammu and Kashmir's Bandipora district saw new, light snowfall, while the lower parts had light showers of rain, according to sources. According to Faizan Arif, a weather specialist from Kashmir, light rain or snow is possible in certain areas today due to a minor Western disturbance, particularly in certain regions of north Kashmir. "In general, there won't be any noteworthy weather events over the next ten days," he stated. According to him, the Kashmir plains should see minimum temperatures of 2 to 5°C and maximum temperatures of 20 to 22°C. The MeT office reported that the minimum temperature on Thursday was 6.7°C in Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir; other locations with lower temperatures included Qazigund (4.0°C), Pahalgam (2.8°C), Kupwara (8.5°C), Kokernag (6.5°C), and Gulmarg (3.9°C). [caption id="attachment_4847" align="alignnone" width="300"] Snowfall ,Light rain over higher reaches of J&K during next 24 hours: MeT[/caption]  

Residential House Attached In Awantpora For Harbouring Terrorists
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Residential House Attached In Awantpora For Harbouring Terrorists

SRINAGAR, Nov 2: According to sources, Jammu and Kashmir police on Thursday impounded a residential home in the Awantipora neighbourhood in the Pulwama district of south Kashmir for providing shelter to terrorists. According to an official, FIR No. 58/2020 was filed against Azad Ahmad Teli of Beighpora Awantipora for willingly providing shelter to terrorists. He said that the property had been seized in accordance with section 33 of the UAPA Act, as per the NIA Court Pulwama's directives. The official claimed that during an encounter, the feared terrorist Reyaz Naikoo was holed up in the residence and murdered.Once more, the police ask the public to refrain from harbouring or providing refuge to terrorists. If they do, they risk legal action, which may include having their personal belongings, both real and personal, attached. If terrorists forcefully and coercively enter a house or car, the police should be notified right away. If not, legal action may be taken, which may include the confiscation or attachment of the property in question. [caption id="attachment_4841" align="alignnone" width="300"] Residential House Attached In Awantpora For Harbouring Terrorists[/caption]  

Tata Motors To Supply, Operate 200 Electric Buses In Srinagar, Jammu For 12 Yrs
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Tata Motors To Supply, Operate 200 Electric Buses In Srinagar, Jammu For 12 Yrs

NEW DELHI, Nov 2: On Thursday, Tata Motors announced that as part of the Srinagar and Jammu Smart City projects, it will provide and run 200 electric buses in both cities for a period of 12 years. Tata Motors said in a statement that the company has delivered the first batch of Ultra EV air-conditioned electric buses to Srinagar Smart City Ltd through TML Smart City Mobility Solutions (J&K) Pvt Ltd, a group entity. The statement went on, "The delivery of the electric buses is a part of its bigger order to supply, maintain, and operate 100 electric buses for the Srinagar and Jammu Smart City projects over a period of 12 years."This marks a significant milestone in our ongoing commitment to safer, smarter, and greener mobility solutions, and we look forward to playing a key role in shaping the future of public transport in Jammu & Kashmir," stated Asim Kumar Mukhopadhyay, chairman of TML Smart City Mobility Solutions (J&K) Pvt Ltd, in response to the delivery of the first batch. According to Tata Motors, it has provided more than 1,000 electric buses to various Indian cities to far, with an overall mileage of over 9.6 crore kilometres and an uptime of more than 95%.   [caption id="attachment_4833" align="alignnone" width="300"] Tata Motors To Supply, Operate 200 Electric Buses In Srinagar, Jammu For 12 Yrs[/caption]