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Over Dozen Structures Develop Cracks In J&K Doda

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JAMMU, Feb 16: In a village in the Doda area of Jammu and Kashmir, more than a dozen residential homes and a mosque have developed cracks, causing the residents to relocate into temporary shelters, according to officials. A team of officials visited the impacted Gatsu hamlet to assess the situation, according to Doda Deputy Commissioner Harvinder Singh, and gave some tents to the afflicted residents. We are keeping an eye on the situation and supporting the people of Gatsu. The families would be rehabilitated to safer locations if necessary, he said.The afflicted inhabitants of Gatsu, who live 10 km from Doda town on the Doda-Kishtwar stretch of National Highway-244, blamed the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) for their predicament. They stated that as the ground began to drop as a result of road widening construction, huge fissures emerged in the structures. In the upcoming review meeting, the district magistrate promised to bring up the matter of compensation for the impacted families with the NHIDCL."After the recent rains caused fractures to deepen, we abandoned our homes. Haleema Begum, 65, stated, "We have been pleading before the NHIDCL authorities and the district administration, but no one came to our rescue till date." According to Mohd Aarif (35), they are currently residing under polyethylene sheets after leaving their dangerous dwellings. He insisted on their thorough rehabilitation as soon as possible, saying, "We are living in constant fear of attacks by wild animals like leopards and bears which keep on roaming in this area." [caption id="attachment_11079" align="alignnone" width="300"] Over Dozen Structures Develop Cracks In J&K Doda[/caption]

Army opens fire on Pakistani quadcopters near LoC in Poonch

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POONCH: According to reports, Pakistani quadcopters were shot down by army forces manning the Line of Control (LoC) on Friday at two separate locations in the Poonch area of Jammu and Kashmir. But, they added, after briefly circling over Indian territory in the Balnoi-Mendhar and Gulpur sectors, the flying objects returned to the Pakistani side. They claimed that a search operation was started in both sectors to make sure the quadcopters weren't dumping any weapons or drugs. Around 630 am, according to officials, soldiers fired upon seeing two quadcopters fly into the Mendhar neighbourhood called Balnoi. However, the remotely operated vehicles quickly took flight again.According to them, at about the same time, two quadcopters that were hovering over the Gulpur sector returned after Indian troops opened fire on them. Army forces opened fire on an enemy drone earlier on February 12 after spotting it moving through the Mendhar sector's Mankote district. Drones are being used by Pakistan to dump weapons and drugs in Jammu and Kashmir. The Jammu and Kashmir Police recently said that anyone with information regarding drones being flown from across the border with the intention of dropping weapons and drugs would be eligible for a cash prize of Rs three lakh. [caption id="attachment_11066" align="alignnone" width="300"] Army opens fire on Pakistani quadcopters near LoC in Poonch[/caption]

CRS inspects rail line between Khari-Sumbar, Sumbar-Sangaldan

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RAMBAN: The Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS), Northern Railways, conducted an inspection of the new BG rail line on the Katra-Banihal segment on Thursday. The line runs from Khari-Sumbar and Sumbar to Sangaldan. The CRS inspected this track on the first of two days during a motor tram inspection on the USBR Project's Katra-Banihal stretch. Informed the officials, the CRS, Northern Circle, New Delhi, Dinesh Chand Deshwal arrived in Banihal this morning and carried out a statutory inspection for the launching of the new BG rail line, Khari-Sumbar-Sangaldan (33.42 km). He was accompanied by senior railway personnel.The freshly built Khari-Sumbar (13.656 km) and Sumbar-Sangaldan (19.504 km) rail lines on motor trolleys were inspected, along with track tunnels, bridges, electric traction installation tracks, Khari railway stations, and other facilities, according to the team. A high-speed trial of the stretch by special train will be conducted by the Commissioner of Railway Safety on Friday, according to officials. Since work on the Sangaldan to Katra section of the USBRL project is also nearing completion and in its final phase, this was the last inspection of the CRS for the Khari-Sumbar stretch. [caption id="attachment_11063" align="alignnone" width="300"] CRS inspects rail line between Khari-Sumbar, Sumbar-Sangaldan[/caption]

Urban areas to get 20 hrs power supply, rural 18 hrs: DC Kishtwar

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KISHTWAR: In a press briefing held on Thursday, Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar Dr. Devansh Yadav shared crucial information regarding the substantial relief to be provided to the general public of district. This development follows the successful…

Azad slams NC, PDP for deceiving J&K people

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POONCH: Ghulam Nabi Azad, a former union minister and the head of the Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP), has criticised the PDP and National Conference for misleading the people of Jammu and Kashmir by using strong rhetoric to gain power. Speaking at a sizable public gathering following today's road march across the border town of Mendhar in district Poonch, Azad 'trained guns' at PDP and National Conference leaders, accusing them of misleading innocent Jammu and Kashmiri citizens with cries like "autonomy" and "self-rule." But they lost sight of those catchphrases after they came to power. To seize power, they exploited the innocent as a voting bloc. The public, he argued, ought to be aware of this and not allow these political parties to use them. A former Union Health Minister attacked the People's Democratic Party and the National Conference for their power-hungry politics and shady partnerships. He cited the ways in which the PDP and NC worked with the BJP to seize power. He emphasised that although the BJP had not appointed him as a member of parliament or as a minister, figures such as Omar Abdullah had been ministers in earlier BJP-led administrations. Azad charged that the NC and PDP put their own interests ahead of the needs of the people. Citing the power-hungry goals of the NC and BJP, he issued a warning about possible future partnerships between them.The Chairman of the DPAP stressed how important it is for the Gujjar and Pahari people to remain united. He called on the two communities to unite and oppose any attempts by political parties to sow discord between them. He emphasised that the region's growth and development depend on keeping this togetherness. While praising the Pahari group for receiving ST classification, Azad stressed that the Gujjar people's quota should be kept unaltered because it is essential to their socioeconomic advancement and empowerment. He warned against the polarising strategies of other political parties and insisted on maintaining a laser-like focus on solving public issues. Azad reaffirmed his commitment to promoting wealth, peace, and development.He emphasised how crucial it is to revive programmes like "Roshni" in order to properly handle land ownership concerns and fight corruption. The former chief minister promised to put in endless effort to combat corruption and advance government transparency. He reiterated that he is still committed to bringing about possibilities for everyone and enhancing the socioeconomic climate in the area. Vice chairman GM Saroori, party general secretary RS Chib, Anita Thakur, Imran Zafar, Riyaz Naz, Masood Choudhary, Salman Nizami, Sunita Arora, Zahid Malik, and Ishfaq Mirza were among the notable attendees during the event. [caption id="attachment_11057" align="alignnone" width="300"] Azad slams NC, PDP for deceiving J&K people[/caption]

DM Udhampur orders closure of Hotels, Banquet Hall under prevention & Control of Pollution Act

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UDHAMPUR: Four hotels and a banquet hall have been forced to close for violating pollution control regulations by District Magistrate Udhampur Saloni Rai. Following the J&K PCB's directive and with the appropriate authority's approval, the DM used sections 33(A) of the Water Prevention and Control of Pollution Act, 1974, and section 31(A) of the Air Prevention and Control of Pollution Act 1981 Act, in conjunction with section 5 of the Environment Protection Act, 1986, to take legal action against five hotels and a banquet hall that fall under the Udhampur District's jurisdiction. The hotels include the Hotel Singh Axis, Hotel Singh Shine, Banquet...The closure of the designated establishments was enforced by a group of Revenue, Police, and PCB officials under the direction of Tehsildar Udhampur, Jai Singh, and Tehsildar Chenani, Pankaj Singh Bahu. In addition to assisting with the closure of the aforementioned businesses, the combined team advised the hotel owners to strictly follow the PCB's rules. Ensuring environmental compliance and controlling pollution in the area are the goals of this effort. [caption id="attachment_11054" align="alignnone" width="300"] DM Udhampur orders closure of Hotels, Banquet Hall under prevention & Control of Pollution Act[/caption]

Bilal Mukhtar assumes charge as General Manager DIC Ganderbal

editor February 15, 2024Leave a comment

GANDERBAL, FEBRUARY 15: Bilal Mukhtar (JKAS) Thursday officially assumed the charge as General Manager (GM) District Industries Centre (DIC) Ganderbal. He received a vibrant welcome from the Officers and officials of the DIC Ganderbal upon…

Div Com Kashmir for comprehensive transport plan for City

editor February 15, 2024Leave a comment

SRINAGAR, FEBRUARY 15: For the convenience of general public, Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Bidhuri today directed Officers of Smart City, SRTC and RTO Kashmir besides private transporters to chalk out a comprehensive plan…

Lt Governor attends Annual-day function of Sant Hare Ram Dass Public School, Mandal

editor February 15, 2024Leave a comment

LG appreciates the school under Shri Shiv Mandir Nyas Trust for its significant contribution in education, society's welfare, integration and solidarity JAMMU, FEBRUARY 15: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha attended the Annual-day function of Sant…

DGP RR Swain To Hear Public Grievances At Baramulla On Feb 17

editor February 15, 2024Leave a comment

February 15: This is to inform the public that the DGP's Public Grievances Redressal/Interaction programme is set to take place at the District Police Lines, Baramulla, on Saturday, February 17, 2024, at 3 p.m. The Baramulla District inhabitants alone are eligible to participate in the grievance/interaction initiative. In order to take part in the campaign, anyone who have complaints about police services should go to the District Police Line (DPL) and register at the dedicated help desk. If someone wants to report something to the DGP J&K, they need to provide a written application with all the information they have, including a working mobile number.The DGP's Public Grievance Redressal initiative is only intended to handle complaints against police services, it is emphasised once more. Please be advised that complaints regarding these particular areas will not be considered during the grievance redressal programme as it does not cover issues related to general transfers or the hiring of Special Police Officers (SPOs). [caption id="attachment_11041" align="alignnone" width="300"] DGP RR Swain To Hear Public Grievances At Baramulla On Feb 17[/caption]

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