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Jaishankar Meets Chinese VP; Says Normalisation Of Ties Can Produce Mutually Beneficial Outcomes

Beijing, Jul 14: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday conveyed to Chinese Vice President Han Zheng that continued normalisation of India-China ties can produce mutually beneficial outcomes and an open exchange of views between the two sides is “very important” considering the “complex” global scenario. The external affairs minister held talks with Zheng shortly…

Jaishankar Meets Chinese VP; Says Normalisation Of Ties Can Produce Mutually Beneficial Outcomes
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Amit Shah Reviews Security Along Indo-Pak Border, Airports With Top Officials
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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…

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…

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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…

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Main accused involved in killing of two Punjab residents in Srinagar arrested: JKP
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Main accused involved in killing of two Punjab residents in Srinagar arrested: JKP

SRINAGAR: One terrorist who was involved in the attack on Punjabi migrant labourers who were killed in Central Kashmir's Srinagar area last week has reportedly been apprehended, according to Jammu and Kashmir Police on Tuesday. The ADGP Vijay Kumar said at a news conference that on February 7, 2024, at roughly 1900 hours, two people in Shalla Kadal, Shaheed Gunj Srinagar, were shot by unidentified terrorists. "In this incident, one Amritpal Singh S/o Sarmukh Singh R/o Chamyari succumbed to his injuries on spot," he stated. "Rohit Masi, S/o Parin Masi, R/o Chamyari, Amritsar, was taken to SMHS Hospital and subsequently to SKIMS Soura Srinagar for emergency care." Afterwards, on February 8, 2024, Rohit Masi passed away from his wounds," he claimed. It is important to note that Amritpal and Rohit were travelling to their lodging when they returned to Srinagar from Amritsar. "Srinagar Police detected the case leading to the identification of the accused who carried out the terrorist attack on these two individuals from Punjab and subsequent recovery of weapon of offence and other incriminating material," he continued. "Case FIR no. 08/2024 u/s 302, 307 IPC, 7/27 Arms Act, 15, 16, and 20 ULA(P) Act was registered in PS Shaheed Gunj." "Technical and field analysis allowed Srinagar Police to focus on a few suspects. Later, on the basis of compelling evidence gathered throughout the inquiry, they identified and detained the primary accused, Adil Manzoor Langoo, son of Manzoor Ahmad Langoo, Rio Zaldager Srinagar.The accused and his handler in Pakistan were found to have plotted together to commit the terror crime, according to the ADGP. He described the accused as a radicalised and extremely motivated person. According to him, his handler in Pakistan incited him to do the terror assault on social media. "The handler gave him the weapon to promote the plot, and then he inspired him to carry out the attack. To further this, the accused named his targets, followed them around Shalla Kadal's lanes on the fatal day, and opened fire on them both; as a result, they both died from their wounds," he continued. Relevantly, TRF, an affiliate of LeT, has taken credit for this attack on their social media page. In the meantime, the DIG CKR has formed a SIT under the direction of SP South to look into the situation, and more research is being done quickly. [caption id="attachment_10896" align="alignnone" width="300"] Main accused involved in killing of two Punjab residents in Srinagar arrested: JKP[/caption]      …

Jammu GMC To Get NGS Testing Facility To Detect Early Stage Of Cancer
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Jammu GMC To Get NGS Testing Facility To Detect Early Stage Of Cancer

JAMMU, Feb 13: The first medical facility in the Jammu region to have an NGS (Next Generation Sequencing) testing facility for early cancer detection and diagnosis is the Government Medical College and Hospital (GMC), Jammu. According to official sources on Tuesday, work on the NGS facility in the Jammu GMC is anticipated to begin in February. According to sources, "the Government Medical College and Hospital in Jammu will have the NGS test facility in the MicroBiology Department by the end of February for early diagnosis of cancer-like symptoms."Notably, the NGS is a massively parallel sequencing technology that provides incredibly high throughput, speed, and scalability. Using this approach, the nucleotide order of entire genomes or specific DNA or RNA portions can be ascertained. NGS provides speed, sensitivity, and accuracy benefits over conventional approaches that could have a big influence on the cancer community.NGS avoids the need to order several tests in order to identify the causative mutation because it can evaluate multiple genes in a single experiment. According to official sources, "in the first phase, 100 tests will be conducted in testing mode, and based upon the results, the facility will be a regular feature." They also stated that early diagnosis of cancer can benefit in both prevention and treatment. According to them, people suffering from chronic diseases will benefit from the opening of the NGS test centre in Jammu and early identification can assist patients receive treatment on time."We are on the job, and the NGS test facility is expected to begin in the hospital by the next two weeks," stated Dr. (Prof) Ashutosh Sharma, a renowned oncologist and the principal of Government Medical College and Hospital in Jammu. The principal stated, "It will be the first of its kind facility in the GMC in the Jammu region, and it will start with breast cancer initially." Reports state that during the previous five years, more than 55,000 cases of cancer were found in Jammu and Kashmir. The Health Ministry reports that there were 12396 instances of cancer in 2019, 12726 in 2020, 13060 in 2021, and 13395 in 2022.Fifty percent of cancer-related deaths in Jammu and Kashmir are attributable to breast, cervical, and mouth cancer in women, and lung and lung cancer in males. According to official sources, "the State Cancer Institute Jammu has registered more than 6,000 cancer cases in the last year." [caption id="attachment_10893" align="alignnone" width="300"] Jammu GMC To Get NGS Testing Facility To Detect Early Stage Of Cancer[/caption]  

Don’t pay heed, support or join those spreading chaos, rumors about J&K : LG Manoj Sinha
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Don’t pay heed, support or join those spreading chaos, rumors about J&K : LG Manoj Sinha

NEW DELHI: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha stated on Tuesday that while there are a few groups attempting to sow discord and misunderstanding regarding J&K, there is no need to take notice of, support, or associate with them, without identifying any regional political parties. Reporters were interacting with Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha outside the 'J&K Sambaav' event at Prithvi Raj Road in New Delhi. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha stated, "I want to say there is no need to support and join their ranks, but there are a few elements spreading false information about J&K."He said that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's direction and leadership, Jammu and Kashmir has seen a significant transformation in the last four to five years. To showcase this transformation to the people of the country and outside, the government organised a seven-day J&K Sambaav event here today. "J&K has had a massive influx of tourists, especially foreigners, since gaining its freedom. Prior to the last two years, J&K registered 1.87 cr and 2.17 lac, respectively, in tourist traffic. Additionally, foreign visitor arrivals have increased by 2.5 percent, according to LG Sinha. In response to a question, LG Sinha stated that the goal of J&K Paharis receiving reservations was to integrate them into society so they could contribute to the development of the country."Those who remained in earlier decades made an attempt to integrate them into society at large. If we want to turn India into a Viksit Bharat, I think everyone should have a part to play," he stated. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha made an appeal to the media to help inform citizens and visitors from outside about the developments that have occurred in Jammu and Kashmir over the past four to five years. [caption id="attachment_10882" align="alignnone" width="300"] Don't pay heed, support or join those spreading chaos, rumors about J&K : LG Manoj Sinha[/caption]    

“PM Modi’s Upcoming Public Rally in Jammu: Union Minister Announces”
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“PM Modi’s Upcoming Public Rally in Jammu: Union Minister Announces”

JAMMU, Feb 13:Union Minister Jitendra Singh said on Tuesday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will speak at a rally in the Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir on February 20. The Udhampur parliamentary constituency of the Prime Minister's office's minister of state was there when the Katra-Delhi Vande Bhart Express train was stopped at the Martyr Captain Tushar Mahajan Railway station. To better serve the locals, a brief pause of the medium-distance superfast express train was implemented at the railway stations at Udhampur and Kathua."Prime Minister J.K. should come visit J-K. prior to the election code of conduct taking effect. The minister told reporters in Udhampur, "His schedule, which includes launching several projects and a public meeting, has been completed on February 20. The prime minister will open many projects during his visit, including the Shahpur-Kandi Dam project, the Devika project at Udhampur, the highest railway bridge over Chenab in the Reasi district, and the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) at Vijaypur in Samba. As part of the continuing prestigious Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Railway Link (USBRL) project, the 1.3 kilometre Chenab rail bridge, which is situated 359 metres above the river bed – 35 metres higher than the famous Eiffel Tower in Paris — forms an essential link in the 111-km stretch from Katra to Banihal. The dream project to connect Kashmir with the rest of the country by train has been delayed for May in order to finish the outstanding work. Modi is also expected to launch the approximately 33-km Banihal-Samber segment, which is ready for train operations, according to the officials.The minister claimed that since the prime minister began his 2014 election campaign following his "darshan" at the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine, Jammu and Kashmir, and particularly Udhampur, have consistently been at the top of his list of priorities. Additionally, he expressed gratitude to the minister of railways for granting the public's demand that the Vande Bharat train be stopped at Udhampur and Kathua."We appreciate the railway ministry's acceptance of our request. After Kashmir is connected to the rest of the country by train in the next two to three months, Udhampur, which is home to the northern command headquarters, would become a significant hub, the minister stated. According to him, the train station has been added to the Amrit Rail station category in order to support its advancement. Similar to how the Kathua district borders Punjab and Himachal Pradesh, the minister stated that the new initiative—the halting of Vande Bharat—will promote trade and industry in addition to helping the youth, particularly the students. [caption id="attachment_10879" align="alignnone" width="300"] “PM Modi’s Upcoming Public Rally in Jammu: Union Minister Announces”[/caption]  

Farooq Informs ED He Is Not In Srinagar, Wont Depose On Tuesday
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Farooq Informs ED He Is Not In Srinagar, Wont Depose On Tuesday

Srinagar, Feb 13: Farooq Abdullah, the leader of the National Conference, has been summoned by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with a money laundering case. According to official sources, he has notified the agency that he will not be present on Tuesday. They claimed that "an email and a letter" were used by the Srinagar Lok Sabha member to inform the ED officers of this. Although sources claimed he is now in Jammu, he was invited to appear for questioning on Tuesday at the ED office in Srinagar. The 86-year-old lawmaker was not present when the central agency in this matter last called him on January 11.Alleged financial irregularities at the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association are the subject of an ED probe. The Enforcement Directorate filed charges against the former chief minister in this case in 2022. The ED had stated that the case concerned the purported embezzlement of JKCA finances through cash withdrawals from its bank accounts that went missing and transfers to a number of unaffiliated individuals' personal bank accounts, including those of JKCA office bearers. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) charge sheet against the same accused, submitted in 2018, serves as the foundation for the agency's case. [caption id="attachment_10876" align="alignnone" width="300"] Farooq Informs ED He Is Not In Srinagar, Wont Depose On Tuesday[/caption]  

Night temp rises but stays below freezing point in Kashmir
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Night temp rises but stays below freezing point in Kashmir

SRINAGAR: While the minimum temperature increased in most regions, it remained below freezing, with Srinagar registering a low of minus 2.5°C on Tuesday. According to a meteorological department official, the temperature in Srinagar rose by more than one degree Celsius from the previous night's minus 3.6°C, and it was 2.7°C colder than usual for this time of year in the summer capital of J&K. According to the MeT official, Qazigund recorded a minimum temperature of minus 1.2°C, which was 0.2°C below typical for the gateway town of Kashmir and minus 3.2°C the night before. Pahalgam reported a low of minus 5.4°C, which was 0.4°C below typical for the well-known south Kashmir resort, compared to minus 7.0°C the night before.The previous night, Kokernag, located in south Kashmir, reported a minimum temperature of minus 0.3°C, compared to minus 2.5°C. The official stated that the temperature was 1.2°C higher than usual for the area. According to the official, Kupwara town in north Kashmir saw a low of minus 4.5°C, down from minus 4.4°C the night before. This was 3.6°C below average. According to the official, Gulmarg recorded a low of minus 4.5°C, down from minus 4.4°C the night before. The temperature was also 1.7°C higher than usual for the well-known north Kashmiri skiing resort. According to him, Jammu recorded a minimum temperature of 8.4°C, which was 1.7°C below average for the winter capital of J&K. A low of 1.0°C was recorded in Banihal, 3.7°C in Batote, and 3.7°C in Bhaderwah, he said. According to the MeT official's forecast, the weather will mostly be dry through February 17. "Overall, dry weather is expected till February 17," he stated. "Another wet spell is most likely with possibility of light to moderate snow/rain at many places of J&K from February 18-20." Kashmir is currently experiencing a 20-day winter period known as "Chillai-Khurd," which finishes on February 19, and is followed by a 10-day period known as "Chillai-Bachha" (baby cold), which starts from February 20 to March 1. As "Chillai-Kalan," the 40-day severe time of winter concluded on January 29.   [caption id="attachment_10861" align="alignnone" width="300"] Night temp rises but stays below freezing point in Kashmir[/caption]

GOC White Knight Corps reaffirms peace and stability in Poonch, Rajouri
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GOC White Knight Corps reaffirms peace and stability in Poonch, Rajouri

RAJOURI: During his visit to Poonch-Rajouri, the GOC White Knight Corps and GOC CIF (R) reaffirmed the Army's dedication to community involvement. The principal aim of the tour was to strengthen peace and stability in the region by promoting unity and collaboration. His goal in coming to Poonch-Rajouri was to promote cooperation and solidarity in order to fortify peace and security. The Corps Commander emphasised the vital role that community support plays in preserving peace and security and urged ongoing collaboration between the general public and security personnel. The people of Pir Topa, Pangai, and the surrounding villages also had a patient hearing regarding their valid worries and aspirations, and it was guaranteed that the Indian Army and the civil authority will address them.In an effort to further strengthen the ties between the public and the armed forces, the General Officer Commanding of the White Knight Corps feted a few wheelchair-bound disabled people as well as members of civil society who have made outstanding contributions to the domains of literature, sports, and education. The visit by the Corps Commander demonstrated the Indian Army's commitment to advancing the region's security, peace, and harmony. Along with a sizable number of locals, the engagement featured prominent figures, religious leaders, and representatives of the Jammu and Kashmir Police and Civil Administration.   [caption id="attachment_10858" align="alignnone" width="300"] GOC White Knight Corps reaffirms peace and stability in Poonch, Rajouri[/caption]