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All parties will be consulted on 1 Nation, 1 Election: Azad

editor October 3, 2023

SRINAGAR: 'One nation, one election' would be decided upon after consultation with all political parties, according to former Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad, a member of the high-level committee established to examine the viability of simultaneous elections. "Only an initial meeting was held. It was a welcome meeting. I disagree that it needs to be implemented right away, as some have suggested, because national, regional, and recognised parties will need to be consulted first. It is necessary to consult with many individuals, Azad told the reporters gathered here.It's also incorrect to believe that the committee will decide on its own, according to the seasoned politician who was appointed to the Ram Nath Kovind-led group. We'll look for opinions from everyone. The Women's Reservation Bill was passed in both houses of parliament despite being 30 years late, according to the former president of J&K and chairman of the Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP), who also praised political parties for letting go of their inflexible positions. It arrived too late. It ought to have arrived 15–20 years earlier... Even 30 years earlier would have been preferable. Earlier attempts, such as those made during the UPA, encountered opposition from several constituent parties.There was no consensus.Now, at least, there is consensus, and both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha approved it. The government and all the parties who this time around did not adhere to their rigidity and backed the law deserve praise for it, he continued. The previous chief minister commented on the "delay" in holding assembly elections in Jammu and Kashmir by stating that elections are essential to democracy and must be held, notwithstanding the delay. "The idea that there won't be any elections is absurd. Democracy won't exist if there are no elections.And the elections, particularly the assembly elections, are not only late but also past due. Assembly elections haven't been held in a while, but parliamentary elections are always held on schedule and without incident. [caption id="attachment_3473" align="alignnone" width="300"] All parties will be consulted on 1 Nation, 1 Election: Azad[/caption]

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It’s Unfortunate We Go Opposite To The Path Shown By Mahatma Gandhi : Omar

editor October 2, 2023

SRINAGAR, Oct 2: Omar Abdullah, the vice president of the National Conference and a former chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir, remarked on Monday, the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, "It is unfortunate that we go opposite to the path shown by Mahatma Gandhi." "If we uphold the teachings of Gandhiji, this nation will only get better. At times, it seems as though we only think of Gandhiji when we travel overseas or when world leaders come to visit Rajghat. However, on the other days, we both forget and deviate from Gandhi's way of life, Abdullah told reporters in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir. [caption id="attachment_3469" align="alignnone" width="300"] It’s Unfortunate We Go Opposite To The Path Shown By Mahatma Gandhi: Omar[/caption]

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J&K attains new heights in development, growth after abrogation of Art 370 : Shah

editor October 2, 2023

NEW DELHI: Amit Shah, the union home minister, said on Monday that Jammu and Kashmir has reached new heights in development and growth since Article 370 was repealed under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the state earned 100% Open Defecation-Free (ODF) status. As Jammu and Kashmir achieved 100% ODF Plus model status, another outstanding achievement made during the ongoing "Swachhata Hi Seva" Campaign, Shah took to 'X,' formerly Twitter, to express his feelings. "Heartiest congratulations to the people of J&K for achieving 100% ODF Plus status.The J&K has reached new heights in development and growth following the repeal of Article 370 under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi, Shah wrote on 'X.' "The programmes launched by the Union Government are now being effortlessly extended to the nook and cranny of J&K. The revolutionary change the area has undergone has been felt by people all around the country, including those who live in J&K. I heartily congratulate Manoj Sinha, the lieutenant governor of J&K, and the local government on this outstanding achievement.On September 29, Jammu and Kashmir's lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha published a message on the social media platform 'X' stating that "Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, 100% J&K UT villages have earned the ODF Plus designation in the 'Model' category under Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) phase-II. This accomplishment highlights everyone's concerted efforts to raise people' standards of living. The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir has designated all 6,650 of its villages, which are spread across 285 blocks in 20 districts, as ODF Plus Model, according to a statement released by the Union Ministry of Jal Shakti on September 29.According to the claim, implementing the ODF Plus Model throughout all villages in the UT is a significant milestone because it goes beyond simply building and utilising toilets to promote cleanliness through the management of solid waste and grey water in each hamlet. "To become an ODF Plus Model village, a community must progress through the three ODF Plus stages of Aspiring, Rising, and Model. The statement reads, "A village is designated as an ODF plus Model when it achieves a condition where it is aesthetically clean with little litter and standing water, aside from competent solid and liquid waste management (SLWM) and cleanliness awareness generation initiatives. The statement went on to say that sustainability in ODF Plus requires a multi-dimensional approach that includes infrastructure development, behavioural change, community engagement, financial sustainability, technology integration, and more. It also noted that sustainability in ODF Plus is not a one-time achievement but a continuous journey. "By embracing these principles, J&K can not only sustain its ODF Plus Model status but also maintain it for generations to come, ensuring a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable future," the statement continued. [caption id="attachment_3466" align="alignnone" width="300"] J&K attains new heights in development, growth after abrogation of Art 370 : Shah[/caption]

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Search operation launched in Rajouri

editor October 2, 2023

RAJOURI: Following information regarding suspicious movement, security forces began a search operation in the Kalakote woodland area in the Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, according to officials. According to the officials, the Broh and Soom forest belt in the Kalakote area was closed off by the Army and police for the searches. They claimed they heard a few shots during the cordon and search operation, but it was eventually made clear that the security officers had actually fired the bullets to check for any potential terrorists. The operation, which was still going when the last reports were received, had no interaction with any suspected individuals, according to the officials. [caption id="attachment_3463" align="alignnone" width="300"] Search operation launched in Rajouri[/caption]

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Spl DG Swain :Our Endeavour Is To Root Out Fear From Common Man’s Heart And Mind

editor October 2, 2023

SRINAGAR, Oct 2: The Special Director General (CID) of the Jammu and Kashmir Police, RR Swain, stated on Monday that the police are doing all possible to eradicate fear from the common man's heart and head, while the fight against those who advocate violence is only for the general public. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of a massive marathon that the J&K police had staged, the special DG (CID) claimed that the J&K police were discreetly against an enemy that had been "organised" with the aid of outside support and influence. "The J&K police have the extra courage needed to combat those individuals who advocate violence.The difficulties the J&K police are facing are very different from those other forces are dealing with, he said. "We are fighting this war discreetly and without fanfare on behalf of the average person who is seated in a remote village. We are fighting for an ordinary citizen who respects and upholds the law, as well as a little farmer, lawyer, journalist, and Khateeb. Participants from Kashmir, Jammu, and other regions of the nation participated in a major marathon that the J&K police had organised. Gandhi Jayanti, the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the nation's father, fell on the same day as the event.Gandhi always encouraged non-violence, according to the top police officer. We will need to distinguish between those who value peace and those whose ultimate goal is violence, according to Swain. Therefore, we are fighting those who project violence. Our effort is for the entire public, and we are working to eradicate fear from the hearts and minds of everyday people, according to Swain. [caption id="attachment_3458" align="alignnone" width="300"] Spl DG Swain : Our Endeavour Is To Root Out Fear From Common Man’s Heart And Mind[/caption] …

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JKP organizes ‘Run for Peace’ Kashmir Marathon in Srinagar

editor October 2, 2023

SRINAGAR: As part of its Civic Action Programme, the Jammu and Kashmir Police held a "Run for Peace" Kashmir Marathon event at the Lake View Police Golf Course on Boulevard Road in Srinagar. The marathon course, which was set for Monday, October 2, extended from Lake View Park Golf Course (LVPGC) to Duck Park via the lovely Nishat-Foreshore road. S.J.M. Gillani, Additional Director General of Police (ADGP), opened the competition, which included about 3,000 athletes from all over Jammu and Kashmir. The event had 13 distinct divisions, and a lot of students, residents, and even wheelchair-bound individuals competed. Insha Basheer, a participant, commented on the occasion, saying, "All of us students are extremely thrilled by this initiative of J&K Police. We appreciate the effort being made to keep the youth in good physical and mental health. Additionally, it will aid in keeping young people clear of narcotics. Dilbag Singh, the Director General of Police for J&K, acted as the event's patron, and SJM Gillani, the Additional Director General of Police for J&K, served as the committee's chairman. As Jammu and Kashmir Police prepared to host the "Kashmir Marathon-2023," a Run for Peace event that gathered a varied population from all walks of life, the traffic police in Srinagar city issued a traffic advisory on Sunday. The Boulevard Road in Srinagar was briefly restricted to regular traffic on the day of the event from 5:00 AM to 9:00 AM in order to ensure the efficient flow of participants.The marathon is a long-distance foot race that can be completed on either paved or unpaved trails. You can run the marathon or use a run/walk method to finish it. There are several categories for wheelchairs. [caption id="attachment_3455" align="alignnone" width="300"] JKP organizes ‘Run for Peace’ Kashmir Marathon in Srinagar[/caption]

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Azad dispels ‘rumours’ about being next LG of JK

editor October 2, 2023

Srinagar : Ghulam Nabi Azad, a former chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir, on Sunday dispelled "rumours" by stating that he had no interest in taking up the position of lieutenant governor. The former leader of the Congress declared he was not looking for work but rather wished to assist the people of J-K. "I will ask people not to believe the rumour mills, which are operating at full capacity. There is a recent report going around that Ghulam Nabi Azad will take over as LG. Speaking at a gathering to commemorate the founding day of the Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP), which he founded last year after breaking with the Congress, Azad stated, "I have not come (to JK) searching for a job, I want to serve the people.Azad claimed that certain individuals were attempting to suggest that he was seeking rehabilitation. "I left two prestigious (Union) ministries—Housing and Urban Development and Parliamentary Affairs—when I arrived here in 2005 (as chief minister) to serve the people. In response to charges that he returned to JK politics at the BJP's request, he claimed, "It wasn't like I was without work. Azad claimed that the two primary issues facing Jammu and Kashmir are unemployment and inflation, which he wants to address by making the most of the area's tourism potential. "Inflation is rising. It is true that India is not the only country with inflation.The largest inflation rate is in Europe, but they have alternative strategies to combat it. We live in a poor state, and unemployment is rising. Jobs are nonexistent. Although government vacancies are advertised, no interviews are conducted. The parents of educated kids have spent all of their savings on their education, and the youth themselves have no jobs. According to the previous chief minister, tourism has the capacity to generate income for all facets of society. "One Tulip Garden (created in 2007) has given thousands of people a means of subsistence. In each district of Jammu and Kashmir, as CM, I had a plan to create 10 to 12 tourism attractions.He continued, "I had plans to give loans to people for the construction of homestay facilities that may give them employment prospects. Azad called the Centre's 2019 repeal of Article 370 and 35A a "great mistake" and referenced them. "Over a long period of time, there were some political errors that caused the state to move backward rather than forward. Another serious error was committed in the last nine years when Article 370 and Article 35A were eliminated.After Independence, Article 35A and then Article 35B were not published. The Maharaja (Hari Singh) brought it in 1925. I stated in Parliament that the BJP would not have touched Articles 370 and 35A if they had known this. We were further back because of this error. It…

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LG participates in One Hour of citizen-led shramdaan for Swachhata at Dal Lake

editor October 2, 2023

SRINAGAR: Today, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha oversaw the cleaning and weeding effort at Dal Lake as part of the One Hour of Citizen-Led Shramdaan for Swachhata programme. He joined the enormous group of people from all walks of life who had assembled to pay Mahatma Gandhi' swachhanjali'. "Our experiences in life are shaped by how we see our surroundings. Happiness, joy, and success all result from cleanliness. It is the entrance to get the closest to God. I'm glad to see that society is beginning to value cleanliness, and garbage-free towns and cities are now a reality rather than just a pipe dream, the lieutenant governor remarked.The Lt. Governor urged the populace to work together and contribute to the realisation of the goal of a "Garbage-Free India." Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the "Swachhata Hi Seva" Campaign has developed into a Jan-Andolan in the UT of J&K. It is our joint responsibility to protect our environment, our lakes & rivers and create awareness on cleanliness, the Lt Governor stated. He said the Swachh revolution across J&K is also providing new livelihood opportunities, creates more revenues and enhances the quality of life, and emphasised the commitment of the UT Administration to strengthen the Swachhata movement in the UT.The ODF PLUS status for 100% of the villages in J&K under the "Model" category was achieved, and the Lt Governor thanked the people and the government on this achievement at the UT-level event. This historic achievement, he noted, underscores our shared commitment to creating dream villages that are full of new potential and possibilities. The Swachhata Pledge was given to the officials and public by the Lt. Governor. He took part in the Char Chinar cleanup effort and also signalled the fleet of shikaras to go. The Lt Governor engaged with youngsters at Golden Island in Dal Lake and exhorted them to become "Swachhagrahis." The Shramdaan featured participation from high officials and notable figures from several sectors, including Dr. Arun Kumar Mehta, Chief Secretary, Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar, Lt. Governor's Advisor, and SMC Mayor Junaid Azim Mattu. [caption id="attachment_3436" align="alignnone" width="300"] LG participates in One Hour of citizen-led shramdaan for Swachhata at Dal Lake[/caption]

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J&K Govt suspends 2 police officers

editor October 2, 2023

JAMMU: The government of Jammu and Kashmir suspended two police officials on Sunday. Gowhar Ahmad Khan, Additional Superintendent of Police for Budgam, is suspended with immediate effect in accordance with Rule 31(1) of the Jammu and Kashmir Civil Services (Classification, Control and Appeal) Rules, 1956, pending an investigation into his behaviour, according to a home department order.According to the order from the Home Department, Adil Mushtaq, Deputy Superintendent of Police, PID No. KPS 155772, shall be deemed to have been placed under suspension with effect from 21.09.2023, or the date of the Officer's arrest in case FIR No. 149/2023 under sections 7, 7A of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, and section 167, 193, 201, 210, 218, 221 of the IPC in P. The order also states that the officer must continue to be employed by Kashmir's Zonal Police headquarters during the suspension. [caption id="attachment_3432" align="alignnone" width="300"] J&K Govt suspends 2 police officers[/caption]

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Kashmiri Journalist Mohd Ashraf Ganie was awarded in Dehli in field of Urdu Journalism

editor October 1, 2023

Jammu 01 October : Mohd Ashraf Ganie, an employee of ETV BHARAT, a well-known media company based in Hyderabad, was honored with the prestigious ’40 Under 40 Media Award-2022′ by Exchange4media, a prominent Delhi-based broadcasting…

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