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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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2 Dead, 1 Injured As Load Carrier Falls Into Gorge In Doda
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2 Dead, 1 Injured As Load Carrier Falls Into Gorge In Doda

Bhaderwah/Jammu, Nov 27: In Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district on Monday, a load carrier fell into a 250-foot-deep gorge, killing two people and injuring another, according to police. Around five in the morning, they said, the accident happened in the Tantana area of Gundana tehsil. The load carrier, which was travelling from Thathri to Gundana with five cattle and two passengers inside, lost control of the vehicle, according to Doda Abdul Qyoom, Senior Superintendent of Police. Zafarullah of Dandi Bhala and Mir Ali of Konthal have been named as the deceased. The police officer stated that Aqib Gulzar, the driver, has been admitted to the hospital due to serious injuries, and that a case has been filed and an investigation is currently being conducted. (Agencies) [caption id="attachment_6238" align="alignnone" width="300"] 2 Dead, 1 Injured As Load Carrier Falls Into Gorge In Doda[/caption]  

AC assents purchase of additional 500 MW of power to meet the winter demand
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AC assents purchase of additional 500 MW of power to meet the winter demand

JAMMU: The Administrative Council (AC), chaired by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, met here and approved the purchase of 500 MW of firm power from the Ministry of Power (MOP) in order to meet the UT's Base Load power requirement. Attending the meeting were Dr. Mandeep Kumar Bhandari, the Lieutenant Governor's principal secretary, Dr. Arun Kumar Mehta, the chief secretary, and advisor Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar. The AC approves the allocation of an extra 500 MW of firm power from MOP in B(v) mode (purchasing handled by PFC) in order to meet the base load power requirement, which is essentially necessary to meet the demand during the winter.Because of the large amount of hydropower in the UT, the availability decreases in the winter. AC approved the signing of a new Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) between J&K Power Corporation Limited (JKPCL) and NTPC regarding Singrauli-III, which is operated by NTPC, in order to close the gap between demand and availability of power during the winter months. This will lessen J&K's energy demand, which is rising at a 10% CAGR. As a thermal power station that is required to run, Singrauli-II provides power to J&K during the winter months when the hydro generators of ISGS generate only 150–300 MW, or 70–90% of the summertime generation. Therefore, in order to help the UT get over its power shortage during the hard winter, it will sign a new Power Purchase Agreement of JKPCL with NTPC regarding Singrauli-III. This will increase its availability. [caption id="attachment_6231" align="alignnone" width="300"] AC assents purchase of additional 500 MW of power to meet the winter demand[/caption]      

High-altitude remote village in Kishtwar gets mobile tower
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High-altitude remote village in Kishtwar gets mobile tower

KISHTWAR: In the Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir, another isolated village at a high altitude has gained telecom connectivity, an official said on Sunday. This week, the Warwan Inshan area will get its first mobile network tower, making it the second remote area in the district to have telecom connectivity after the Sumcham Buddhist village, according to the official. According to him, the new tower is especially important because it guarantees constant connectivity with other areas during the severe winter months. The official stated that because of the severe road connectivity problems caused by the heavy snowfall in the area, the tower's construction is an essential support system. On November 24, telecom connectivity was established in the Dangail area of Sumcham, which is near the famous Paddar Sapphire Mine and the Kargil region of Ladakh. [caption id="attachment_6228" align="alignnone" width="224"] High-altitude remote village in Kishtwar gets mobile tower[/caption]    

Jammu disappointed with BJP, LG administration: Bukhari
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Jammu disappointed with BJP, LG administration: Bukhari

JAMMU: Altaf Bukhari, the president of the Apni Party, stated on Sunday that the people of Jammu are "deeply" disappointed in the BJP and the administration led by the Lieutenant Governor following the repeal of Article 370. Due to an increase in terrorist activity, the former minister also voiced concerns about the changing security situation in the twin border districts of Rajouri and Poonch. Speaking at a one-day party convention at Ratnu Chak here, Bukhari stated, "Jammu is deeply disappointed with the present dispensation and the BJP in particular as they have failed to deliver what was promised after the abrogation of Article 370."He said that the BJP had assured the people that Article 370's abrogation would open the door for significant investment in wider industrial growth and the creation of jobs, calling it a "stumbling block" in the development of Jammu and Kashmir. He declared, "Nothing like this has happened till date," referring to the purported underdevelopment and dissatisfaction of the populace, particularly because outsiders have "grabbed" Jammu's resources and trades. He claimed that the local populace feels taken advantage of because the foreign contractor and alcohol mafia actively collaborates with government officials.He made reference to the anti-encroachment drives, the alleged increase in the number of liquor stores, and the exploitation of natural resources. "These officials have also been imported to Jammu and Kashmir even though they do not know the ground reality, and these officers have no connect with the population and have become infamous for their actions that are completely anti-people," he said. He claimed that Jammu and Kashmir had never before seen a situation where the native population was entirely ignored and outsiders were actively encouraged in both the public and private sectors. There is no responsibility for public servants. This is taking place as a result of J&K not having an elected government and not having assembly elections announced," he stated. The leader of the Apni party restated the party's demands for the prompt restoration of Jammu and Kashmir's statehood as well as the holding of assembly elections to give the populace a say in who leads their government. He was grateful to the locals who lived near the International Border and the Line of Control because they had "bravely" faced the enemies and assisted the defence forces in defending the internal security of the country. During the convention, Bukhari paid moving tributes to the victims of the 26/11 Mumbai attacks out of respect. [caption id="attachment_6225" align="alignnone" width="300"] Jammu disappointed with BJP, LG administration: Bukhari[/caption]    

LG Sinha Greets People on Guru Nanak Jayanti
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LG Sinha Greets People on Guru Nanak Jayanti

JAMMU: Manoj Sinha, the lieutenant governor, has wished everyone a happy and prosperous Guru Nanak Jayanti, which falls on tomorrow. The Lieutenant Governor wrote in a message, "I extend my warmest greetings to everyone on this joyous and auspicious occasion of Guru Nanak Dev Ji's Jayanti." Humanity is still guided and inspired by Guru Nanak Devji's profound teachings on equality, brotherhood, honesty, compassion, and the value of living a moral life. On this day, let us make the decision to uphold his honourable teachings and recommit to the welfare of humanity." [caption id="attachment_6222" align="alignnone" width="300"] LG Sinha Greets People on Guru Nanak Jayanti[/caption]