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IT department sensitises officers about taxation, financial matters

editor October 28, 2023

JAMMU: An outreach and sensitization programme was held on Friday by the Income Tax Department and the Deputy Commissioner's office to increase public knowledge and comprehension of financial and tax issues. During the programme, Assistant Accounts Officers and Drawing and Disbursing Officers from various departments participated in an interactive session led by Income Tax Officer Jammu, Rajneesh Gupta, and Deputy Commissioner Income Tax Jammu, Dr. Mohnish Digra. In addition to highlighting the need of financial literacy, Dr. Mohnish Digra underlined India's goal of being a developed country by 2047. He emphasised the number of income tax returns filed over the years and the steady rise in net direct tax receipts.Dr. Mohnish Digra also spoke to the audience about a worrying trend in which people are reporting incorrect deductions in order to obtain fraudulent refunds, which causes losses for the government. Employees were reminded that the Income Tax Department keeps a careful eye on these kinds of deductions, and DDOs were made aware of their responsibility to confirm the validity of such claims. Rajneesh Gupta emphasised the severe repercussions of claiming fictitious refunds, which include case review, tax recovery, and penalties under section 270A up to 200% of the tax avoided. He pointed out that such behaviour may result in prosecution under Income Tax Act section 276C, which carries a harsh sentence of up to seven years in prison.Gupta also provided the audience with information regarding the possible remedies for correcting errors, which include filing amended forms for Assessment Years 2021–22 and 2022–23 under section 139(8A) of the IT Act and paying 25% and 50% of the applicable penalties in addition to the tax. For Assessment Year 2023–2024, ITR revisions are permitted without incurring penalties. Interactions took place during the programme to address a variety of topics, including how to accurately file ITRs, how to use the Income Tax chatbot, what deductions are allowed under the Income Tax Act of 1961, and how tax calculation advantages both under the old and new tax regimes. Attendees included PO POSHAN, Renu Bhasin, Assistant Commissioner General, Manisha, and other district officers. [caption id="attachment_4571" align="alignnone" width="300"] IT department sensitises officers about taxation, financial matters[/caption]

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CS Dr.Mehta flags off 400 person J&K contingent of Amrit Kalash Yatra for New Delhi

editor October 28, 2023

JAMMU: At the Conventional Centre Jammu here, Chief Secretary Dr. Arun Kumar Mehta officially launched the Amrit Kalash Yatra under the banner of "Meri Mati Mera Desh" (Mitti Ko Naman Veeron Ko Vandan) to New Delhi today. In addition to a sizable number of PRI members from throughout the UT, those in attendance included Additional Chief Secretary (ACS), Home, R K Goel; Commissioner Secretary, GAD, Sanjeev Verma; Secretary Culture, Dr Syed Abid Rasheed Shah; and other Administrative Secretaries, IGP Jammu, Div Com Jammu, DC Jammu.The chief guest and other dignitaries lit a traditional lamp to kick off the programme. The Chief Secretary also gave the attendees a pledge on PanchPran (Pratigya) that included a developed nation by 1947. During the programme, the Chief Secretary and other dignitaries also kept some Mitti in the Kalash (pot) under the'muthibharmitti'. He described it as a symbolic action to demonstrate support for fellow citizens of our magnificent country. Speaking to the crowd, the Chief Secretary announced that 83 lakh participants from Jammu and Kashmir made up the largest group of participants in Meri Maati Mera Desh, based on the population ratio of the country's States and Unions.He praised everyone who helped make this a reality and called this accomplishment extraordinary. Dr Mehta also expressed gratitude to the relevant departments for contributing to the UT's tremendous performance. According to him, a lot of activities were held at the block and panchayat levels. Every home provided Mitti (dirt), which was mixed throughout the programme to commemorate the nation's vast cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic variety. According to the Chief Secretary, UT's success in a number of areas may be attributed to the dedication of its staff and administration. He implied that the rapid improvement the UT has made over the last few years should make every household in J&K proud.According to Dr. Mehta, UT today prides itself on being among the top performers in the nation in practically every programme run at the national level. Dr. Syed Abid Rasheed Shah, the secretary of culture, has earlier highlighted the panchayat and block level events that took place during this event's initial phase. He also spoke to the representatives who would take part in this month's final programme in New Delhi on the 31st. Prior to this, the Chief Secretary planted a tree on campus to launch a plantation effort as part of "Vasudha Vandhan." In order to commemorate the construction of the greatest number of these structures in the UT, he also unveiled a Shilaphalakam on the same grounds.It should be noted that the Amrit Kalash Yatras gather mitti from every family at the block level and are to be transported to New Delhi by volunteers in order to create a national monument that will be named AmritVatika. The Chief Secretary congratulated all parties involved on the program's excellent year-end. About four hundred volunteers from each UT block and ULB make up the J&K contingent. The groups would be headed by cultural officers and district-level nodal officers to ensure a seamless transition of this yatra to the nation's capital. [caption id="attachment_4567" align="alignnone" width="300"] CS Dr.Mehta flags off 400 person J&K contingent of Amrit Kalash Yatra…

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Constant endeavour from across LoC to disturb peace, vitiate security environment in J&K : Army officer

editor October 28, 2023

SRINAGAR: A senior army commander stated on Friday that there is a persistent attempt from the other side of the Line of Control (LoC) to undermine the security situation and disturb peace in Jammu and Kashmir since the hostile elements have not taken to normality well. Major General Girish Kalia, the General Officer Commanding (Vajr Division) of the security forces, stated at a press conference regarding Operation Shikanja, which was initiated along the Line of Control in the Machil sector of Kupwara, North Kashmir, that the security forces are dedicated to stopping any attempt by the enemy to disturb the security situation in the Union territory. Five militants were killed during their attempt to infiltrate. "In Kashmir, normalcy and prosperity have not fared well against the antagonistic forces.Maj Gen Kalia told reporters in Kupwara, "That is why there is a constant effort from across the LoC to disturb peace and vitiate the security environment in J-K." "In the last eight months, we have had 10 such attempts in our divisional area of responsibility, which have resulted in the elimination of 27 terrorists, and recovery of a large quantity of war-like stores," he stated. According to the GoC, the security forces have also found a significant amount of drugs, demonstrating a close connection between terrorist organisations and Pakistan's defence sectors. He continued, "They are all determined to cause unrest in the valley and have an effect on Jammu and Kashmir's future generations."According to Maj Gen Kalia, the security forces are fully collaborating and determined to stop the enemy's attempts to undermine the security situation in the Kashmir valley. They will do this with firm resolve and unwavering devotion. The 56 Rashtrya Rifles unit's commanding officer, Colonel Rajat Birman, provided information about the anti-infiltration operation. He claimed that on the night of October 25–26, a coordinated operation was started in the Machil sector along the LoC in response to specific intelligence input about an effort by a group of foreign terrorists to infiltrate. Security troops set up multiple ambushes in front of the anti-infiltration fence along the LoC. The region is covered in thick greenery and dense woodland.A gang of five terrorists penetrated from across the LoC, taking advantage of the challenging terrain and deep jungle," he stated. Alert forces caught up with the infiltrating terrorists on October 26, approximately 1010 hours. The terrorist started shooting and tried to run. He claimed that during the fierce gunfight that broke out and lasted the entire day, the military used quadcopters and contemporary surveillance equipment to find the terrorists in the challenging terrain. According to the commanding officer, five terrorists were ultimately eliminated as a result of careful tactical actions. The terrorists had large amounts of war-related equipment, including five weapons from the AK series, he claimed.Rastriya Bajrang Dal (RBD) in Jammu, meanwhile, staged protests against Pakistan for last night's heavy and unprovoked shelling and firing that targeted villages along the International Border (IB), injuring a woman and two BSF jawans. Since Thursday night, Pakistani rangers have resumed heavy shooting and mortar bombardment on several forward areas along the Indian Border in the Arnia and R S Pura sectors of the Jammu district for almost seven hours. Numerous activists staged protests in the city and chanted anti-Pakistan slogans, led by state RBD chief Rakesh Kumar. Amid protests, they also set fire to the Pakistani flag. [caption id="attachment_4564" align="alignnone" width="300"] Constant endeavour from across LoC to disturb peace, vitiate security environment in…

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Wanted Criminal Held In Kishtwar

editor October 27, 2023

JAMMU, Oct 27: According to authorities, a wanted criminal from the Kishtwar area was apprehended on Friday and is connected to multiple cases in Jammu and Kashmir. Parvaiz Ahmed, who lived in the Dewaro neighbourhood of Kishtwar, had been eluding arrest since 2021, they added. According to them, the police teams apprehended the fugitive after conducting raids at several points throughout the district. According to them, Ahmed was linked to multiple criminal cases that were filed at various police stations, including those in Reasi, Udhampur, R S Pura, Bishnah, and Kishtwar. [caption id="attachment_4561" align="alignnone" width="300"] Wanted Criminal Held In Kishtwar[/caption]

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Modi Took many Path Breaking Decisions For Martyrs’ Welfare: Dr Jitendra

editor October 27, 2023

SAMBA, Oct 27 : In contrast to previous governments, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's administration is extremely sensitive to and concerned about the welfare of the armed forces and their martyrs, according to Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, who stated today that Modi has made several ground-breaking decisions for the welfare of martyrs over the last nine years. According to him, no other government has launched as many welfare programmes and benefits to support the families of martyrs as it has in the past nine years."Although the nation and the family cannot be repaired by the loss of a precious life, the Government takes this responsibility very seriously and cares deeply for the families of…

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R R Swain gets additional charge of J&K DGP

editor October 27, 2023

JAMMU: Since Dilbag Singh will reach superannuation at the end of this month, the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, designated current Special DG J&K RR Swain (IPS) as having additional responsibility for the position on Friday. As per the directive from MHA, Swain, who is presently holding the position of special DG, CID, has been requested to assume the extra responsibility of the position starting on November 1. "With the approval of competent authority, Shri R.R Swain, IPS presently posted as special DG, CID, Jammu and Kasjmir will also function as in-charge Director General of Police in addition to his existing charge with effect from 1-11-23 and until further orders," stated the order. [caption id="attachment_4552" align="alignnone" width="300"] R R Swain gets additional charge of J&K DGP[/caption]

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Cross-border firing stops along IB in Jammu, living on the border start returning home

editor October 27, 2023

JAMMU: According to officials, the sporadic gunfire between Pakistani Rangers and BSF soldiers along the International Border in the Jammu district's Arnia and RS Pura sectors came to a halt early on Friday. Following the unjustified firing by Pakistani Rangers, several families that had fled the border hamlets over night have finally begun to return home. The cross-border gunfire on Thursday night that targeted five Indian checkpoints along the International Border (IB) injured a civilian and a jawan of the Border Security Force (BSF). In effect, the BSF had responded to the shooting. "There is no longer any firing (across the border)." Now that things are quiet, a senior BSF officer said.According to him, there was sporadic gunfire between the two sides until three in the morning. According to the source, a woman and two BSF members were hurt on Thursday night and are now being treated in a hospital. A jawan has been relocated to Jammu's GMC Hospital. They have been identified as Sher Singh and Karnataka-born Basavraj SR. Rajni Bala of Arnia has been identified as the woman. The border residents were terrified after Pakistan Rangers employed heavy machine guns and launched 82 and 120 mm mortar rounds. When the unprovoked shooting began on Thursday night, a number of people—particularly migrant laborers—had departed the border hamlets of Arnia, Treva, Suchetgarh, and Jabowal. In the border region, a number of families had sought sanctuary in temples, bunkers, and other secure locations. Residents in border communities reported seeing such heavy bombardment and gunfire after a long period of time. "The firing started as we were eating. We abandoned the food and fled with our families," Bihar labourer Joginder Kumar remarked. After fleeing a frontline village due to bombardment, Kumar and 51 other people, including women and children, sought refuge in a shrine in Arnia. Kumar expressed their fear. "We were aware of the firing. We've seen it now," he remarked. In a forward hamlet, Ekta Devi exclaimed, "We were saved by God's favour when a mortar round struck a house.Up until this morning, a lot of firing took place. Every glass window cracked. Rakesh Kumar, a different villager, reported that he and a few other villagers were going back to their village after seeking refuge in a bunker in a front village. "After many years, there was heavy shelling and firing. For the previous two years, there was tranquilly. You can't trust Pakistan," he declared. Social media users shared numerous videos of people leaving their homes as the firing began, many of which became viral. When the gunfire began during a wedding ceremony in Arnia, many of the guests left. "Our marriage was maintained. After the firing began, the majority of the attendees left," claimed Kuldeep, the bridegroom's relative.This is October's second breach of the ceasefire. On October 19, Pakistan Rangers opened fire at the Vikram post along the IB in the Arnia sector, injuring two BSF jawans. On February 25, 2021, India and Pakistan signed a cease-fire agreement under which both countries pledged to rigorously abide by all cease-fire agreements along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir and other areas. [caption id="attachment_4549" align="alignnone"…

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BJP Govt’s failure on security front leads to militancy revival in J&K: Wani

editor October 27, 2023

POONCH: Vikar Rasool Wani, the head of the Jammu and Kashmir Congress, criticised the BJP government for its "failure" in maintaining security and voiced serious concerns over the resurgence of militancy in the union territory, particularly in the border districts of Rajouri and Poonch. Speaking to a gathering of district-level party workers in Poonch, he further said that the Centre was neglecting to address issues that affected people, including as unemployment and underdevelopment. "It is really concerning that militancy is resurrecting in Rajouri, Poonch, and other border areas.The BJP government's shortcomings in the security domain have contributed to the resurgence of militancy, the speaker stated. He claimed that the politics of the BJP were polarising and predicated on hatred and division. He declared that the BJP-RSS's plans to divide people along religious and regional lines would be defeated by the Congress. "The BJP government, instead of focusing on development and protection of people, especially in border areas, is out to mislead people," he stated. "...the Centre's failure on the security front has led to the militancy revival, which is a matter of grave concern and should work as an eye-opener for BJP leaders who are only making tall claims and praising the Modi government for nothing," he stated.According to Wani, the Congress would do everything within its power to guarantee that the populace lives with dignity. Raman Bhalla, the working president of the Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee, criticised the BJP during his speech and charged it with misrepresenting the public. [caption id="attachment_4528" align="alignnone" width="300"] BJP Govt’s failure on security front leads to militancy revival in J&K: Wani[/caption]

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J&K Day celebrated in UK Parliament

editor October 27, 2023

LONDON: On Thursday, the UK Parliament observed Jammu & Kashmir Day, commemorating the 76th anniversary of the former princely state's admission to India on October 26, 1947. The Jammu Kashmir Diaspora in the UK organised the event, which was hosted by Bob Blackman, MP for Harrow East. Theresa Villiers MP from Chipping Barnet and Jonathan Lord MP from Woking were among the lawmakers in attendance. Maharaja Hari Singh's grandson and granddaughter-in-law, Ajatshatru Singh and Dr. Ritu Singh, were honoured guests for the event.After welcoming the special visitors, MP Jonathan Lord, Dr. Gautam Sen discussed the difficulties the Kashmiri Pandits confront as a result of a lack of political will to support their rehabilitation. The Dogra dynasty was instrumental in creating the princely state of Jammu & Kashmir, according to Ajatshatru Singh. Theresa Villiers highlighted the importance of Jammu Kashmir Day and the advancements made since Article 370 was revoked, while Sushil Pandit talked about the predicament of the Kashmiri Pandit community. In the House of Commons, MP Bob Blackman presented a signed copy of the Instrument of Accession, praised the Indian diaspora for their ongoing observance of this day, and asked Pakistan to put an end to state-sponsored terrorism in order to bring about long-lasting peace in the area. Ritu Singh's optimistic assessment of social and cultural projects that prioritise women's empowerment and regional economic development brought the programme to a close. She gave MPs a piece of Basohli art created by Paper Baag. The success of the event was largely due to the efforts of volunteers like Sonal Sher, Shafalica Bhan Kotwal, Anupama Handoo, Vinod Tikoo, Anupam Fotedar, Lalit Sharma, Pankaj Raina, and others. Political and community activists from the UK, the British Indian community, and the PoJK Diaspora attended. [caption id="attachment_4525" align="alignnone" width="300"] J&K Day celebrated in UK Parliament[/caption]

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BJP pursuing anti-people policies in J&K: Omar

editor October 27, 2023

POONCH: Omar Abdullah, the vice president of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference, chastised the Central government for its inability to bring democracy back to J&K, pointing out that while the nation takes pleasure in being recognised as the birthplace of democracy worldwide, Jammu and Kashmir still lacks access to it. During a one-day delegate session in Surankote in Poonch, he made this statement. Senior party leader Javed Rana called the meeting. Criticising the absence of democracy in J&K, Omar claimed that the absence of a democratic administration is at its worst over the entire area."The last Assembly elections were held in 2014, which was about ten years ago. While people in J&K are unified in their desire to bring democracy back, he said, "those in power are not prepared to acknowledge the seriousness of the situation." Omar denounced the oppressive policies of the current bureaucratic system, citing increased electricity costs, tolls, inflation, and ration restrictions as examples of how people are being persecuted. PDD introduced digital metres initially. These digital metres had been replaced with smart metres in a matter of days. Why were digital metres put in the first place, one may wonder? For what purpose are the crores of money that were spent on them? Every year, the cost of water rises, despite the urgent global need for clean drinking water. Everywhere you go, the roads are in poor shape. The government has been working on opening the Surankote road for years, but it doesn't seem serious about finishing it. The government's sole accomplishment, he claimed, is having wine shops in every corner of J&K. Omar criticised the government for its lax approach to holding elections in Jammu and Kashmir, stating that while individuals in "New Delhi" claim that India is the mother of democracy, they fail to show the same love for their mother when they visit Jammu and Kashmir. He stated that it has been nine years since the last election held in this location in 2014. "I fail to see why elections are not being held in Jammu and Kashmir. The right to choose one's government belongs to the people. It is obvious that individuals who carry a large BJP placard are afraid inside and are ill-prepared to deal with the public; this dread must have grown in the wake of the Kargil election results," he remarked. On this occasion, senior leaders Ali Mohd Sagar, Th Yashu Rachpal Singh, Mian Altaf, Ajay Sadhotra, Rattan Lal Gupta, Abdul Gani Malik, Aijaz Jan, Ch Naseem Liyaqat, Zeeshan Rana, and Abdul Gani Malik were present. [caption id="attachment_4522" align="alignnone" width="300"] BJP pursuing anti-people policies in J&K: Omar[/caption]

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