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BSF lodges protests with Pak Rangers over unprovoked cross-border firing along IB in Jammu

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JAMMU: Two BSF troops were hurt in unprovoked cross-border firing at a forward station along the Indo-Pak border here, and as a result, the Border Security Force (BSF) and the Pakistan Rangers have submitted a protest, according to officials on Friday. At a commandant-level flag meeting on Thursday night at a border outpost (BoP) along the International Border (IB) in the R S Pura sector, the BSF and Pakistan Rangers discussed the matter, according to a statement. According to sources, two BSF troops were hurt on Tuesday when border guards along the IB at the Vikram BoP in the Arnia sector were the target of "unprovoked firing" by Pakistan Rangers.The topic of drug smuggling across the border was also brought up by BSF personnel during the conference. They claimed to have visual proof of drug traffickers being slain by the police. Pakistan Rangers denied any participation, as usual, they said. [caption id="attachment_4235" align="alignnone" width="300"] BSF lodges protests with Pak Rangers over unprovoked cross-border firing along IB in Jammu[/caption]

3 dead as car falls into gorge in Kishtwar

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KISHTWAR : In the Kishtwar district on Friday, a car carrying three people went off the road and into a gorge, killing the occupants. Three people lost their lives in an accident with the Alto automobile (Jk06B-I909) this afternoon close to Kandni Kishtwar. They are Dhyan Singh of Gandho, Madan Lal of Sarror, and Rakesh Kumar of Badano Thatri. A police official confirmed it, stating that an investigation has been launched and a case has been filed. [caption id="attachment_4232" align="alignnone" width="260"] 3 dead as car falls into gorge in Kishtwar[/caption]

Ashish Mishra Takes Over Charge As SSP Srinagar

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SRINAGAR: As the Srinagar district's Senior Superintendent of Police, Ashish Misra, IPS, assumes leadership. The order states, "We, the undersigned, handover/take over the charge of office of the senior Superintendent of Police, district Srinagar, today, October 20, 2023, in accordance with Government order no. 501-Home of 2023 dared 18-10-2023." Remarkably, a few weeks prior, Rakesh Balwal was returned to his native Cadre Manipur. With extensive field experience in the Kashmir Valley, Ashish Mishra (IPS 2013) has worked as an SSP in Sopore, SP South City Srinagar, SSP Handwara, SSP Pulwama, and SSP Anantnag. He is renowned for his objectivity, professionalism, and integrity. [caption id="attachment_4226" align="alignnone" width="300"] Ashish Mishra Takes Over Charge As SSP Srinagar[/caption]

G V Chakravarthy assumes charge as SSP Anantnag

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ANANTNAG : On Friday, Dr. G V Sundeep Chakravarthy, IPS, took over as the Senior Superintendent of Police in Anantnag. According to a police spokeswoman, the District Police Headquarters in Anantnag gave the new occupant a guard of honour upon his arrival and the Senior Police officers of the District gave him a warm welcome. "The outgoing SSP Shri Ashish Mishra IPS, handed over the baton to the new incumbent in a brief but impressive function" , stated the official. The spokesperson continued, "On assuming the charge the new incumbent held introductory meeting with Police officers of the District and impressed upon officers to work with dedication and enthusiasm to mitigate problems faced by community members." [caption id="attachment_4216" align="alignnone" width="261"] G V Chakravarthy assumes charge as SSP Anantnag[/caption]

Samba police arrests four hard core criminals

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SAMBA: Four virulent attackers who killed a woman and police under the jurisdiction of Police Station (PS) Bari Brahmana and Police Station, Vijaypur, respectively, have been apprehended by police under the general supervision of Senior Superintendent of Police, Samba, Benam Tosh. The Rakh Barotian Vijaypur residents Mohammad Ashraf, alias Ashu, son of Roshan Din, Liaqat Ali, alias Laaki, son of Babur, and Mam Hussain, son of Babu, have all been recognised as the apprehended culprits. One other criminal has also been identified.Four hardened criminals have been apprehended: three were involved in an attack on police in case FIR No.132/2023 U/Ss 307, 382, 332, 353, 148, 149, 34 IPC of Police Station Vijaypur; during their patrol duty, the heroin smugglers and their supporters attacked them near Rakh Barotian last month. Another criminal was apprehended in case FIR No.247/2023 U/Ss 307, 452, 323, 147, 506 IPC of Police Station, Bari Brahmana, where a woman was attacked with a sharp object, leaving her critically injured and requiring hospitalisation.The police team led by SHO Vijaypur, Sandeep Charak, and SHO Bari Brahmana, Sumit Sharma, with the oversight of SDPO Vijaypur, Rohit Kumar, SDPO Bari Brahmana, Rahul Nagar, and Additional SP Samba, Surinder Choudhary, has apprehended the hardened offenders. According to Senior Superintendent of Police Benam Tosh, Samba police have apprehended 142 hardened offenders in the last nine months, and the district's miscreants, criminals, and Gunda members are all facing severe legal consequences. [caption id="attachment_4213" align="alignnone" width="300"] Samba police arrests four hard core criminals[/caption]

4 dead after truck falls off bridge in Jammu

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JAMMU:According to accounts, a truck went off a bridge in Jammu on Friday, killing four people. The tragedy happened on the Jhajjarkotli NH44, according to an official. A truck with the registration number RJ13GB/5654 lost control, struck the bridge divider, and then fell from a height of around 80 feet. The truck's conductor and driver were both pronounced dead at the spot, according to the official. Two more bodies that had been found and removed were found when the police squad arrived. A representative affirmed that a case has been filed and that more inquiries are presently being conducted. The victims' names are still unknown as of as moment. As soon as new information becomes available, it will be shared. [caption id="attachment_4210" align="alignnone" width="252"] 4 dead after truck falls off bridge in Jammu[/caption]

Terror suspect held in Kathua

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JAMMU: A terror suspect was apprehended by police last night from the Hiranagar tehsil of the Kathua district, close to the International Border. It was discovered that the suspect was using a mobile phone to transmit information to Pakistan. Rukamdin, age 35, has been identified as him. The police made an arrest after they received specific information that certain calls had been placed from outside the country. "Rukamdin was detained following surveillance and is currently being held for further questioning in Kathua. Additionally, a cell phone was found in his hands, according to police officials, who added that more information will become available during interrogation. [caption id="attachment_4207" align="alignnone" width="300"] Terror suspect held in Kathua[/caption]

LG, Union Railway Minister Launch much-awaited Vistadome train services in Kashmir

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SRINAGAR: Ashwini Vaishnaw, the Union Minister for Railways, and Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha inaugurated the much anticipated Vistadome train services in Kashmir. Through video conference, the chief ministers of Assam and Tripura as well as the union minister attended the event. Later, the first Vistadome coach train from Srinagar Station to Banihal was flagged off by the Lieutenant Governor. Speaking at the event, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that Jammu and Kashmir has seen significant change over the previous nine years, which was visible on the ground. Following the repeal of Article 370, Jammu and Kashmir's development is happening quickly.G20 sessions were recently conducted in Utah. According to him, there have been several development projects in the field of railways in Jammu and Kashmir. The Anji Bridge, Chenab Bridge, and most of the tunnels have all undergone completion, with the exception of a small section. The Lieutenant Governor congratulated the people of the UT of J&K on this historic occasion during his speech. "We appreciate that the Kashmir Valley now has Vistadome rail services, thanks to Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji. The Lt Governor stated, "Vistadome is a symbol that facilities available in developed countries are now accessible to people of J&K."Additionally, he thanked Ashwini Vaishnaw, the Union Minister for Railways, for improving people's and tourists' travel experiences. According to the lieutenant governor, the Vistadome services would significantly affect tourism and support the region's economic development and cultural enrichment. Railways has made a significant advancement in the Union Territory's growth. He continued, saying that the state-of-the-art Vistadome will draw a lot of tourists and provide more opportunities for generating income for residents in cities, towns, and villages connected to all nearby train stations. The Lieutenant Governor also spoke about Jammu Kashmir's recent transformative journey during the launch event. He claimed that there has been a noticeable increase in tourists recently and that the new Vistadome coach will further spur local development. With its broad windows, rotating seats, and glass roof, the specially built Vistadome coach gives passengers an expansive view of the surroundings. The launch event was attended by a sizable crowd of people as well as prominent figures from the Northern Railways, Civil and Police Administration, Aftab Malik, Chairman of the DDC Srinagar, Dr. Farooq Abdullah, Member of Parliament, and SMC Mayor Junaid Azim Mattu. [caption id="attachment_4204" align="alignnone" width="300"] LG, Union Railway Minister Launch much-awaited Vistadome train services in Kashmir[/caption]

Union minister Gadkari reviews progress of Delhi-Amritsar-Katra expressway in Punjab

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AMRITSAR: When the Delhi-Amritsar-Katra motorway is operational, it will take four hours to get to Amritsar from Delhi and six hours to get to Katra from Delhi, according to Union minister Nitin Gadkari, who visited the project on Thursday. According to the minister of road transport and highways, this 669-kilometer greenfield motorway connecting Delhi, Amritsar, and Katra is being developed at a cost of Rs 40,000 crore. After it is finished, it takes four hours to go from Delhi to Amritsar and six hours to go from Delhi to Katra, he said. The current distance is 727 kilometres between Delhi to Katra. According to Gadkari, the new route's construction will cut the journey by 58 miles.According to Gadkari, the motorway is 399 km long in Punjab, of which 296 km have already seen construction. Of that length, over 137 km are in Haryana. According to him, there are 135 km of motorway in Jammu and Kashmir, 120 km of which are currently under construction. The motorway would cross industrial districts in Punjab, including Gurdaspur, Jalandhar, Patiala, Sangrur, Malerkotla, and Ludhiana. According to the minister, one unique aspect of this corridor is the 1,300-meter cable-stayed bridge across the Beas River, which is the longest in Asia.Major religious sites such as the Golden Temple, the well-known Mata Vaishno Devi temple in Jammu, the Sultanpur Lodhi Gurdwara in the Kapurthala district, the Goindwal Sahib Gurdwara, the Khandur Sahib Gurdwara, and the Gurdwara Darbar Sahib (Tarn Taran) will all be connected by the motorway. He stated that improved connection from Tarn Taran to the Amritsar airport will be made possible by the 50-km, four-lane bypass route, which is being constructed at an estimated cost of Rs 1,475 crore. According to the minister, this bypass will be able to reduce traffic in Amritsar and enhance mobility.The Delhi-Amritsar-Katra motorway, according to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, who was also present on this occasion, will herald a new era of unparalleled growth and wealth in the state. He added that the project will significantly boost regional economic activity and create new job opportunities for young people. The state government has already given the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) all of its assistance to see the project through to completion. Mann expressed optimism that the project will provide the state's trade and commerce with a much-needed boost. He claimed that the project will move forward much faster thanks to the Union minister's assistance. Mann went on to say that more initiatives of this like will be introduced because his administration is dedicated to the state's overall growth. [caption id="attachment_4201" align="alignnone" width="300"] Union minister Gadkari reviews progress of Delhi-Amritsar-Katra expressway in Punjab[/caption]

Vande Bharat trains in Kashmir soon: Railway Minister Vaishnaw

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NEW DELHI: After the Jammu-Srinagar line is operational, Vande Bharat services are anticipated to be launched in Srinagar later this fiscal year, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated on Thursday. When the railway line to the northeastern state is electrified, he said, the semi-high speed train will also benefit the people of Tripura. In addition to launching 75 Vande Bharat trains by March of next year, the government is eager to replace Rajdhani Express trains with sleeper versions of the trains on long-distance routes. "Once the Jammu to Srinagar railway line is completed very soon Vande Bharat will also be run on that," Vaishnaw stated today. According to him, work on the Jammu-Srinagar railway line is anticipated to begin this fiscal year.According to Vaishnaw, the train's special design makes it operate incredibly well in those kinds of temperatures and altitudes. A survey indicates that the luxury and speed of the Vande Bharat express trains have made them popular with both young people and senior persons. "In Tripura, the railway line will get electrified shortly, then we will be able to provide Vande Bharat services to Tripura," Vaishnaw stated. He noted that there has been a significant expansion of railway services in Jammu and Kashmir, and that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has shown a personal interest in the development of these regions. [caption id="attachment_4197" align="alignnone" width="300"] Vande Bharat trains in Kashmir soon: Railway Minister Vaishnaw[/caption]

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