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Enforcement team Targets Illegal mining Activities in Samba District

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SAMBA: Under DC Abhishek Sharma's direction, the Geology and Mining Department Samba launched a major effort to stop illicit mining activities in the area. Six dumpers and four tractor-trollies were seized as a result of the day-long campaign; they are currently being held by the police while the penalties are being realised. A number of other cars were also immediately fined for various infractions found during the operation. Penalty notifications totaling almost Rs 70 lakh have been sent in the last few days to a large number of stone crushers for various geology and mining code infractions.By enforcing compliance and discouraging any illicit mining, transportation, or stockpiling of minerals, these strict rules hope to protect and preserve our natural ecosystem. The goal of the enforcement actions is to uphold the regulations pertaining to mining and geology, guarantee sustainable operations, and protect the Samba District's natural equilibrium. The public has been strongly encouraged to only purchase minerals from authorised suppliers and to make sure that the purchase is accompanied with the appropriate e-challans. The lawful acquisition of minerals through legitimate e-challans makes a substantial contribution by citizens towards the conservation of natural resources and the safeguarding of public funds. Community cooperation is essential to preserving the ecological balance and averting the negative effects of unpermitted mining operations. [caption id="attachment_9827" align="alignnone" width="300"] Enforcement team Targets Illegal mining Activities in Samba District[/caption]

4 lakh penalty recovered from vehicles involved in illegal mining

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KATHUA: Today, a group from the Geology and Mining department, under the direction of District Mineral Officer (DMO) Rajinder Singh Rana, began taking legal action against one JCB and fourteen vehicles involved in illicit mining and transportation. In the Mager Khad areas, a JCB machine was confiscated and fined for excavating more than 1000 MT of river bed material. Two dumpers were seized for moving minerals without e-challans, while a Mega Engineering Company tipper was detained in Hatli for lifting clay without the proper paperwork. Similarly, according to legal documents presented by the drivers of the trucks, 13 Punjab-based trucks were fined at the toll post in Lakhanpur for loading crushed aggregate and screened sand beyond the carrying capacity. The fine was collected from the trucks immediately.Tipper drivers were instructed not to engage in the unlawful or unapproved transportation of minerals during the Lakhanpur checkpoint. Instead, they were to load minerals strictly in accordance with the valid e-challans and GST bills. According to the DMO, mining guards have been assigned to all mining sites and hotspots where mining operations are conducted. He further mentioned that a permanent naka has been established in Lakhanpur to monitor dumpers heading into Punjab. [caption id="attachment_9824" align="alignnone" width="300"] 4 lakh penalty recovered from vehicles involved in illegal mining[/caption]

Lt Governor inaugurates Flood-lights system at Multi-Sports Ground of KC Public School

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JAMMU: KC Public School's Multi-Sports Ground now has floodlights thanks to a system that Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha inaugurated today. The Lt Governor thanked the KC Educational Society and the sports fans on the occasion and offered them his best wishes. He was grateful for the KC Educational Society's support in developing young people and giving pupils a top-notch education. "The most effective tool for constructing a nation is education. The Lieutenant Governor stated, "We must work tirelessly to guarantee that education is of the highest calibre, inclusive, focused on the future, and equipped to meet the challenges of the twenty-first century.The Lieutenant Governor emphasised the value of sports in education for pupils' overall growth and for boosting cognitive ability. Sports are an effective way to teach leadership. He stated that the first step in creating a better world is integrating sports into schooling. "Under the guidance of Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, National Education Policy 2020 has ensured that sports is not seen as extra-curricular activity but career building opportunity," the Lieutenant Governor continued. The Lt Governor urged the children to participate in sports because it will help them grow as people, understand the importance of teamwork, and be willing to take on new challenges. The Lieutenant Governor honoured the KC Public School's exceptional athletes on this special day.In addition, All India Secretariat XI and KC Sports Club played a cricket match to commemorate the inauguration ceremony. There were teachers and children from KC Public School in addition to Amarendra Kumar Mishra, Principal, and members of the KC Educational Society, including Raju Chowdhary, Chairman of the Society. Prominent people, athletes, senior UT Administration personnel, and Anand Jain, ADGP Jammu and Ramesh Kumar, Divisional Commissioner Jammu, were also present. [caption id="attachment_9821" align="alignnone" width="300"] Lt Governor inaugurates Flood-lights system at Multi-Sports Ground of KC Public School[/caption]

DC Bandipora inspects JKSSRB examination centers

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BANDIPORA, JANUARY 28: Deputy Commissioner Bandipora, Shakeel Ul Rehman Rather Sunday inspected various examination centres established for the OMR based examination conducted by J&K Services Selection Recruitment Board for the posts of Finance Accounts Assistant (FAA).…

J&K Emerging As Agri StartUp Hub: Dr Jitendra

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HIRANAGAR,Jan 28 : Jammu and Kashmir is emerging as Agri StartUp hub, said Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Science & Technology; MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh…

BRO Breakthrough On Golden Arc Road By Building 700 Meter Naushera Tunnel

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New Delhi, Jan 28: According to the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), the construction of the 700-meter-long Naushera tunnel on the Akhnoor-Poonch National Highway (NH-144A) represents a significant advancement for the "Golden Arc Road." The amount of time needed for the construction of the tunnel's two ends to meet is called the breakthrough. According to BRO, the 200 km Golden Arc Road connects the south Kashmir-Jammu region to the west of Jammu. It is an ancient and extremely significant route. With the groundbreaking ceremony for the Naushera Tunnel on Sunday, "the construction of a pivotal infrastructure project National Highway-144A connecting Akhnoor to Poonch reached a significant milestone," according to BRO.Golden Arc Road, according to the government, links the border districts of Poonch, Rajouri, and Akhnoor. The amazing 700-meter tunnel is reportedly a vital link bridging Akhnoor and Poonch. According to BRO, there are four main tunnels along this stretch: the Sungal, BhimberGali, Naushera, and Kandi tunnels. According to the BRO, the Kandi tunnel's breakthrough on November 25 of last year marked the company's efforts to provide connectivity between the Rajouri and Poonch districts.According to BRO, "the National Highway project is expected to be completed by 2026 before its specified time." Progress on the project has accelerated. The BRO is leading vital road initiatives to connect isolated communities with important centres in the Jammu-Poonch region, according to Lt Gen Raghu Srinivasan, DG Border Roads. With its rapid advancement, the Jammu-Poonch link is expected to be completed within the next several years, the speaker stated. When it comes to developing defence infrastructure along the LoC, DG BR stated that the Border Roads Organisation is dedicated to bolstering defence infrastructure by constructing and modernising important roads all along the IB, LC, and LAC.He declared that BRO and Project Sampark remain unwavering in their resolve to establish, foster connections, provide care, and preserve the lives of the people living in its jurisdiction. It has recommitted itself to building border road infrastructure in order to promote socioeconomic advancement and adheres to the maxim "Roads Build Nation," he said. [caption id="attachment_9812" align="alignnone" width="300"] BRO Breakthrough On Golden Arc Road By Building 700 Meter Naushera Tunnel[/caption]

Lt Governor chairs 34th University Council Meeting of SKUAST Kashmir

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JAMMU, JANUARY 28: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha chaired the 34th University Council Meeting of SKUAST Kashmir at Raj Bhawan today. The meeting was attended by Sh Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; Sh Santosh D Vaidya,…

Light To Moderate Rain, Snowfall Over J&K During Next 24 Hours: MeT

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SRINAGAR, Jan 28: The next 24 hours are expected to bring light to moderate rain and snowfall over Jammu and Kashmir, according to the Meteorological Centre Srinagar. The minimum temperature at several stations throughout the Kashmir valley has significantly improved. The weather is currently gloomy with light rain and snow in certain areas, including the Gulmarg ski resort.According to the MeT office, from Sunday afternoon to January 29 late afternoon, there is a chance of light to moderate rain or snow in many areas of J&K, with heavy snowfall possible over isolated higher reaches of the Kashmir Division, including Kupwara, Baramulla, Bandipora, Ganderbal, Shopian, Anantnag, and Kulgam districts. While the weather will remain mostly cloudy with light rain or snow at many places towards late afternoon or evening on February 1-2, it was stated that from January 30-31, there is a possibility of light to moderate rain or snow at many places in J&K, with chances of heavy snowfall over a few higher reaches. Many locations in J&K may have light to moderate rain or snow between February 3 and 4.The MeT office reported that from January 28 (night) to January 31 (afternoon), there is a chance of sporadic light to moderate rain accompanied by thunder or lightning in the plains of Jammu Division, along with light snowfall over higher reaches and significant snowfall over isolated higher reaches. Additionally, an advice has been released stating that, especially between January 28 and 31, the weather system may result in the temporary closure of highways in higher reaches and significant passes, such as Sinthan Pass, Mughal Road, Sadhna and Razdan Pass, Zojila, etc. The MeT office cautioned travellers to arrange their trip appropriately.Farmers have been advised not to use fertiliser or irrigation during the period of wet weather, and to remove surplus water from fields and orchards. It said that throughout that period, daytime temperatures will noticeably drop. On Sunday, Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, saw a low that was 4.3 degrees Celsius above average as opposed to the usual -1.0 degrees. Srinagar's minimum temperature from the previous day was 13.3°C, which is 5.8°C warmer than typical for this time of year. The other Valley stations' lows, as reported by the MeT office, were -0.6?C at Qazigund, -0.8?C at Pahalgam, 2.1?C at Kupwara, -0.1?C at Kokernag, and -3.5?C at Gulmarg. [caption id="attachment_9785" align="alignnone" width="300"] Light To Moderate Rain, Snowfall Over J&K During Next 24 Hours: MeT[/caption]

J&K Govt Orders Massive Reshuffle In Police Department

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JAMMU, Jan 28: The Jammu and Kashmir initiated extensive transfers and postings in the Police department late Sunday night, with immediate effect. The directives were issued through successive orders. As per an order, Deepak Kumar,…

CJ lays foundation stone of Special Court for NIA Cases

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JAMMU, Jan 27: In the presence of Justice Tashi Rabstan, Administrative Judge for District Jammu, Justice Sindhu Sharma, Justice Puneet Gupta, Justice Rahul Bharti, and Justice Moksha Khajuria Kazmi, Chief Justice of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court Justice N Kotiswar Singh today laid the foundation stone of the Special Court for NIA Cases at District Court Complex Jammu. Advocate General D.C. Raina, Secretary of Law and Justice Achal Sethi, and Chief Engineer R&B Jammu Rajesh Gupta were also present at the ceremony.While interacting with executing agency, Chief Justice said that the new building will suitably cater the needs of Special NIA Court with all its emphasis on security, protection of witnesses etc.…

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