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MD JPDCL visits Data Centre; directs for 24×7 availability of customer care executives

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JAMMU: Today, Jammu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (JPDCL) warned negligent customers that they would face harsh consequences for any such behaviour on their side and sternly urged the officers to maintain a watchful eye out for instances of illegal connections, metre tampering, and billing irregularities. When Vikas Kundal, the managing director of JPDCL Jammu, paid an unexpected visit to the data centre and customer care centre at Gladni Grid Station, Narwal, he gave these instructions to the pertinent employees. The MD warned that metre tampering puts consumers' safety at risk by posing a risk of electrical fires, explosions and other safety concerns that could have serious effects, even as he urged them to abstain from any criminal conduct of this kind.Conversely, it will force customers to deal with frequent power outages as a result of their own negligence in engaging in connecting up or tampering with metres. He instructed the employees to closely monitor the hooking and bypassing of metres via online mode and to report any instances of such behaviour to the relevant sub-divisions so that the defaulters would face harsh consequences. The MD examined the customer service centre during the visit and assessed how well the crucial component was operating. He gave the involved personnel instructions to be accessible to address customer complaints around-the-clock. He urged everyone to contact the toll-free lines 1912/0191-2479122 if they had any complaints about power or billing. During the CNET inspection, the MD was informed about the latest system upgrade to the JPDCL software, which connects it to banking software and smart metres to offer a seamless end-user experience. He underlined that JPDCL software needs to be updated often to satisfy the demanding requirements as the company's customer base grows. He also noted that extensive back-end support will be needed for the installation and transition to smart metres to be successful. Bavinder Kundal, Chief Engineer, Distribution, and other officers accompanied the MD. Anil Verma, the Executive Engineer for the IT & C Division at JPDCL, had previously informed the MD on the general operations of the IT Division. [caption id="attachment_10478" align="alignnone" width="254"] MD JPDCL visits Data Centre; directs for 24x7 availability of customer care executives[/caption]

DC Jammu prohibits news portals from sharing posts having potential to disturb peace, harmony

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JAMMU: On Wednesday, the district's social media news sites were asked by the Jammu authorities to desist from publishing any content that would jeopardise public calm, communal harmony, or tranquilly. The Deputy Commissioner Jammu stated in an order that the disinformation being shared on social media platforms by people posting and sharing offensive, discriminatory, and provocative messages has given rise to the appearance that there is a serious risk of a breach of peace and order and disturbance of public tranquilly, which could pose a serious risk to people's lives and property. He stated that any disturbance of public peace and order and any breach of law and order that could put lives in severe danger should be avoided.According to him, it is preferable that any disturbance of public peace and order that poses a serious risk to people's lives or property be stopped right away. He continued by saying that there is enough evidence to move forward under Section 144 of The Code of Criminal Procedure and to forbid anyone operating in Jammu on social media platforms or portals from publishing or disseminating any content that could jeopardise public peace, communal harmony, or tranquilly. "The order shall come into force with immediate effect and any violation of this order shall invite punitive action under section 188 of Indian Penal Code, 1860," he stated. [caption id="attachment_10475" align="alignnone" width="300"] DC Jammu prohibits news portals from sharing posts having potential to disturb peace, harmony[/caption]

Div Com for acquisition of structures to eliminate bottlenecks from city roads

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SRINAGAR, FEBRUARY 07: Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Bidhuri Wednesday chaired a meeting regarding acquisition of structures to remove bottlenecks from main roads of Srinagar city. The meeting was attended by SE, R&B Srinagar; …

Sudershan Kumar assumes Office as ADC Doda

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DODA, FEBRUARY 07: Sudershan Kumar today took over as Additional Deputy Commissioner Doda replacing Dr. Ravi Kumar Bharti. Immediately after assuming the office, he interacted with the staff of the DC office in an introductory…

DC Bandipora visits far-flung areas of Aloosa Tehsil

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Meets residents, listens their grievances BANDIPORA, FEBRUARY 07: To address the concerns of residents in remote areas, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Shakeel Ur Rehman visited several far-flung areas of Aloosa Tehsil including Binlipora, Ketson…

J&K Records Investment Of Rs 5656.78 In Various Sectors After Article 370 Abrogation: Centre Tells LS

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JAMMU, Feb 7: Since Article 370 was repealed in 2019, the Central government has invested over Rs 5600 crore in various sectors of Jammu and Kashmir, the Lok Sabha was informed on Wednesday by the government. In response to a question, Nityanand Rai, Minister of State in the Ministry of Home Affairs, stated that in order to entice investors to make capital investments, the government notified the New Central Sector Scheme for Industrial Development of Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir on February 19, 2021.The J&K Industrial Policy 2021-30, J&K Industrial Land Allotment Policy, 2021-30, J&K Private Industrial Estate Development Policy, 2021-30, Policy for Promotion of Foreign Investment in Industrial Sector in J&K, 2022, J&K Single Window Rules, 2021, Turnover Incentive Scheme, 2021, J&K Wool Processing, Handicrafts and Handloom Policy, 2020, Financial Support Scheme for Cooperatives/Self Help Groups, 2020, Credit Card Scheme for Artisans and Weavers, 2020, Kharkhandar Scheme for Development of Craft Sector in J&K, 2021, Revised Education Scheme 2022 for Artisans/Weavers of Handicrafts and Handloom Department, and Export Subsidy Scheme, 2021 have been added to this.Investments of Rs 296.64 in 2019–20, Rs 412.74 in 2020–21, Rs 376.76 in 2021–22, Rs 2153.45 in 2022–23, and Rs 2417.19 in 2023–24 have been made possible thanks to the impact of the actions. Rai added that investments in a variety of industries, including tourism, processing, etc., and infrastructure, including building, roads, electricity, etc., will accelerate the growth of Jammu and Kashmir's Union Territory. [caption id="attachment_10462" align="alignnone" width="300"] J&K Records Investment Of Rs 5656.78 In Various Sectors After Article 370 Abrogation: Centre Tells LS[/caption]

Lt Governor lays foundation stone of Synthetic Football Turf at Jagti Camp, Nagrota

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The achievements of Kashmiri Pandit community fill my heart with pride: LG Sinha I dedicate this vital sports project at Jagti to the Youth of this Community and to their immense contribution to nation-building: LG…

SIA Raids Sarjan Barkati’s Home In Shopian

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SRINAGAR, Feb 7: According to sources, the State Investigation Agency raided the home of preacher Sarjan Barkati in the Shopian area of south Kashmir. According to an official, the raid at Sarjan Barkati's house in Reban village was carried out by SIA detectives with help from the local police and CRPF. The raid is ongoing, he said, and further information would be released later. [caption id="attachment_10452" align="alignnone" width="300"] SIA Raids Sarjan Barkati’s Home In Shopian[/caption]

Restrictions Imposed On Internet, Mob Gathering In Poonch & Rajouri

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Jammu, Feb 7: The Pahari group in J&K was granted Scheduled Tribe status after Parliament approved the move, and on Wednesday, officials in Poonch and Rajouri districts placed limitations on the use of the Internet and the gathering of mobs. The Pahari group residing in several regions of Jammu and Kashmir was granted scheduled tribe (ST) status by the Parliament on Tuesday. The Gujjar/Bakerwal community has historically been classified as a Scheduled Tribe and has a 9% reservation in government employment.The Gujjar/Bakerwal group has opposed the Paharis' application for ST status, arguing that doing so would violate their reserved rights and that the Paharis are a well-established community in the UT. In addition to the Paharis, the Padari tribe, Kolis, and Gadda Brahmins of the UT have been granted ST classification under a statute enacted by Parliament. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has promised that the Gujjar/Bakarwal community's reservations won't be impacted by Paharis being granted ST status. [caption id="attachment_10449" align="alignnone" width="300"] Restrictions Imposed On Internet, Mob Gathering In Poonch & Rajouri[/caption]

Omar Targets BJP Over Denial Of Permission To Visit Rajouri, Fears More Curbs Ahead Of LS polls

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Jammu, Feb 7: Leader of the National Conference Omar Abdullah claimed on Wednesday that the police had shut the gates to his home here and that they had led him to his office in the manner of a "criminal" in order to prevent him from going to the Sunderbani area of the Rajouri district. The former chief minister made light of the BJP and the government of Lieutenant Governor Manoj Singh by stating, "This has not happened for the first time." At the party headquarters here, he told reporters, "And as the (Lok Sabha) elections draw closer, I am sure such curbs will witness a spurt." Declaring that there was a law and order issue, Abdullah claimed that the "gates of my house have been locked since this morning."He went on, "I know the police will later deny placing curbs on me, so I took pictures." The vice president of the National Conference claimed that he had been refused permission to attend a party gathering in the Sunderbani neighbourhood of Rajouri. "Even the sub-divisional police officer (SDPO) escorted me like a criminal to the (party) office." To ensure that my car doesn't make any more turns, the SDPO followed me from my residence to the office for the first time, he stated. The former chief minister restated his earlier claim that Jammu & Kashmir is not permitted to experience democracy."They've demonstrated it once more. Everyone is free to engage in political activity, they claim, but only if they support the BJP and its government," Abdullah remarked. "Those like us who don't work for the government or participate in BJP flattery encounter these kinds of restrictions. We are used to these kinds of things today," he continued. In response to a query about why he wasn't allowed entry because the government was worried that Omar's visit would inflame tensions between the Gujjars and the Paharis following the latter group's inclusion in the Scheduled Tribes, Omar joked, "that means the government is weak and I can disturb the situation all alone." "I consider myself fortunate that the government needs to lock me inside my house because they are so terrified of my authority. It's great that they think well of me; I never imagined myself to be so strong, but I now need to reconsider," he remarked. The head of the National Conference declared that the government's actions demonstrate their lack of strength, skill, and bravery. For the general benefit of Jammu and Kashmir, he declared, "It is better for them to step down from the government and give the reins to us who have command over the people and who can provoke or silence the people." According to Abdullah, his party has consistently backed the Pahari speaking people's demand for Schedule Tribe recognition. "We have not practiced prejudice while in power. The then-governor approved the Pahari Reservation Bill that we had passed in the legislature. "We attempted to put the reservation into effect, but we were unsuccessful in the election, and the new administration ignored it," Abdullah stated. "If you go back, during his administration, when the central government led by Indira Gandhi granted Gujjars the status, NC president Farooq Abdullah made the demand for ST status for Paharis. When Farooq was asked for a recommendation, he promptly called a cabinet meeting and wrote a letter to the prime minister at the time, he continued. "We have always been in support of ST status to Paharis without snatching the rights of the Gujjars whose quota should be impacted," Abdullah stated, claiming the National Conference, whenever in power, followed the subject with seriousness. Referring to party MP Hasnain Masoodi's speech in parliament prior to the Lok Sabha passing the Constitution (Jammu and Kashmir) Scheduled Tribes Order (Amendment) Bill, 2024, which aims to add four communities to the list of Scheduled Tribes in Jammu and Kashmir: the Gadda Brahmin, Koli, Paddari Tribe, and Pahari Ethnic Group, he said that he raised legitimate concerns because the bill made no mention of how it would be put into effect. Gujjars should be given trust by the Lt Governor administration and the central government, and they should be informed about how their quota share would be safeguarded. They have issues that require attention, Abdullah stated. [caption id="attachment_10443" align="alignnone" width="300"] Omar Targets…

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