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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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Amit Shah to visit Jammu on Jan 9, to take part in development programmes
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Amit Shah to visit Jammu on Jan 9, to take part in development programmes

JAMMU: According to sources, the Union Home Minister will visit Jammu on Tuesday. While there, he would attend several activities pertaining to development and launch the city's e-bus service. Shah is making his first trip to Jammu and Kashmir after militants at Poonch on December 21 ambushed two army trucks, killing five troops and wounding two more. Outrage was sparked when the remains of three civilians were discovered a day later in the Poonch district, not far from the scene of the previous day's events. According to a home ministry official, the home minister would visit Jammu on January 9 and preside over a review meeting on the complete development of Jammu and Kashmir.In addition, Shah will start an e-bus service, introduce the central government's "Vikas Bharat Sankalp Yatra," and set the groundwork for a number of development projects. According to the official, appointment letters for various government jobs would be given to the young people chosen for selection by the home minister. On January 2, Shah met in New Delhi with senior officials from the Jammu and Kashmir administration and the federal government to discuss the security situation in the region. During that meeting, he gave the go-ahead to bolster counterterrorism efforts in Jammu and Kashmir and emphasised the need to eradicate the terror ecosystem entirely.Shah emphasised that all proper protocols should be followed when handling counterterrorism activities, even as he gave advice to the security services regarding suitable deployment in areas of the Union Territory that are vulnerable. Leading representatives from intelligence and other security agencies, along with Chief of Army Staff (CoAS) General Manoj Pande and Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir Manoj Sinha and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, attended the meeting. [caption id="attachment_8551" align="alignnone" width="300"] Amit Shah to visit Jammu on Jan 9, to take part in development programmes[/caption]    

Veteran Politician Muzaffar Hussain Baig Rejoins PDP
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Veteran Politician Muzaffar Hussain Baig Rejoins PDP

SRINAGAR, Jan 7: In the company of party leader Mehbooba Mufti, seasoned politician Muzaffar Hussain Baig re-joined the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Sunday, according to reports. At a PDP-hosted event in the Jammu and Kashmir region of Anantnag to mark the eighth anniversary of party founder Mufti Mohammad Sayeed's passing, Baig became a member of the party. Additionally, he performed fatiha, or special prayers, at Sayeed's mausoleum in the district of South Kashmir's Bijbhera. According to party spokesperson Mohit Bhan, "Baig has returned to the PDP."After Sayeed passed away in 2016, Baig, a co-founder of the PDP in the late 1990s, became the party's patron. In 2020, Baig, a former deputy chief minister, left the party and was predicted to join Sajad Lone's People's Conference. Baig, a former member of the Lok Sabha from Baramulla, did not formally disclose his position, even though his wife Safina joined Lone's party. Given that the Lok Sabha elections are less than four months away, Baig's return to the PDP is significant.   [caption id="attachment_8548" align="alignnone" width="300"] Veteran Politician Muzaffar Hussain Baig Rejoins PDP[/caption]

J P Nadda’s Jammu visit cancelled due to bad weather
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J P Nadda’s Jammu visit cancelled due to bad weather

JAMMU: "Bad weather" forced BJP president J P Nadda to postpone his Sunday visit to Jammu, disappointing hundreds of eager party workers. The last-minute postponement of Nadda's tour of Jammu was confirmed by J&K BJP president Ravinder Raina, as his aircraft was unable to land at the Jammu airport because of low visibility. After making his respects at the revered old Raghunath temple here, Nadda was expected to arrive in Jammu for a day-long visit to chair an extended core group meeting of the BJP to debate and finalise the party's strategy for the 2019 Lok Sabha elections."The BJP president's scheduled visit to Jammu had to be cancelled due to poor visibility at the airport. But he will soon be conducting the senior leaders' meeting virtually, Raina, who was there at the airport, said. In order to let the waiting staff members know that Nadda's visit had been cancelled, Raina also made a visit to the Raghunath temple. [caption id="attachment_8542" align="alignnone" width="300"] J P Nadda's Jammu visit cancelled due to bad weather[/caption]  

Entire country proud of what J&K has achieved in last 4 yrs: LG Sinha
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Entire country proud of what J&K has achieved in last 4 yrs: LG Sinha

SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha stated here on Saturday that the achievements made by Jammu and Kashmir over the past four years are something that the entire nation is proud of. He conveyed his appreciation to the people of Jammu and Kashmir for participating in the nationwide campaign to guarantee that the government's flagship projects benefit everyone who is meant to at an event held here as part of the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra. "What Jammu and Kashmir has accomplished in the last four years is something that the entire country is proud of today. We must ensure that they have access to and make the most of the opportunities that a revived Jammu and Kashmir has to offer. Our constant focus is on the economic empowerment of women, farmers, and the youth," Sinha stated."The underprivileged and marginalised groups in society now have a greater feeling of self-confidence because to the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra. The strength of this yatra is 'jan bhagidari' (people's participation), and people's combined strength will be crucial to reaching scheme saturation and economic improvement, he stated. The lieutenant governor reaffirmed the government's commitment to fostering inclusive and equitable development, noting that the lives of the world's poorest people have been drastically improved by a number of social programmes and the quick advancement of all industries under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's direction. He remarked that Prime Minister Modi has given the average person the strength and ability to stand on their own two feet. According to him, the administration of the Union territory is dedicated to providing the people with full service and quickly resolving their problems. Sinha said that he personally kept an eye on Jammu and Kashmir's electrical supply condition every day. A severe winter has left Jammu and Kashmir with a power shortage. Additionally, he praised the efforts made by the Municipal Corporation and Srinagar Smart City Limited to turn the city into a model of urban change. The lieutenant governor claimed that the unprecedentedly large-scale New Year's Eve celebrations at Lal Chowk, which continued late into the night, heralded a good shift in people's lives and the return of Kashmir to its former splendour. He went around to the various departments' booths and gave the recipients of various schemes their sanction letters and benefits. [caption id="attachment_8512" align="alignnone" width="300"] Entire country proud of what J&K has achieved in last 4 yrs: LG Sinha[/caption]  

Nation determined to strengthen the hands of PM Modi: Rana
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Nation determined to strengthen the hands of PM Modi: Rana

JAMMU: Senior BJP leader Devender Singh Rana declared today that the country has decided to support Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his unwavering and committed pursuit of inclusive growth for India, which has undergone an amazing and unprecedented metamorphosis over the previous nine years. "The Prime Minister's concept of Sabka Saath Sabka Vikas Sabka Vishwas Sabka Prayas has inspired the nation and encouraged everyone to secure Viksit Bharat by 2047," Rana stated this afternoon during a meeting with party colleagues from the Nagrota Assembly constituency's Dansal, Mathwar, Amb-Ghrota, and Nagrota blocks.He stated that programmes like "Make in India," "Start-up," "Swachh Bharat Abhiyan," and "Ayushman Bharat," which seek to improve every segment of society and close the gaps that have remained for 60 years after independence, demonstrate the Prime Minister's commitment to inclusive growth. He said that the goal of the past nine years has been to guarantee equitable and inclusive economic development for all segments of the nation's diverse society, free from discrimination or appeasement. The people of Jammu and Kashmir, who are now actively participating in India's progress, have been the main beneficiaries of this mission. According to Rana, the significant change occurred with the repeal of Article 370, which made all the difference in August 2019 by removing barriers to the implementation of several government projects and welfare schemes and putting an end to the denial and deprivation of marginalised groups for seventy years. He declared that ground-breaking projects are gathering steam and will be advanced during Prime Minister Modi's third term. "Prime Minister Modi believes in carving out a nation where prosperity knows no socio-economic boundaries by empowering the poor, the youth, and women, promoting skill development, fostering innovation, and encouraging investment," Rana said, adding that the BJP's unwavering commitment to creating a stronger and Viksit Bharat calls for collective support.He expressed hope that the people of India, regardless of their religion, caste, or geographic location, would once again rise to the occasion and guide the country towards its objective by helping to realise a prosperous and vibrant India. He said that these efforts, along with the Prime Minister's dynamic and progressive leadership, will undoubtedly make India the Vishwaguru. In-depth discussion of the nation's achievements in science and technology, economic affairs, and development was provided by Devender Rana, who helped India rise to the position of fifth economic power in the world. He predicted that the nation would rise to the position of third economic power in the globe within the following five years. [caption id="attachment_8503" align="alignnone" width="300"] Nation determined to strengthen the hands of PM Modi: Rana[/caption]  

CS assesses preparedness for full solarization of government buildings till 2025
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CS assesses preparedness for full solarization of government buildings till 2025

JAMMU: Today, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo presided over a meeting to evaluate the state of the Union's readiness for the prime minister's goal of having rooftop solar power plants on all government buildings by December 2025, which was set during the just finished CS Conference in New Delhi. Along with the principal secretary of finance, several top officers from the relevant departments also attended the meeting, including the CEO of JAKEDA, commissioner secretary of science and technology, and others. The Chief Secretary highlighted at the beginning of the meeting the need to have a solid plan for delivering the same on time and without fail. He explained that since solar energy is more affordable and environmentally friendly, it makes sense to embrace it and take full advantage of its potential in the Utah Territory. In order to analyse the viability and potential of each government building in Utah, he suggested arranging meetings with the major participants in the market, such as NHPC, NTPC, or SECI. Dulloo requested that you hold a one-day workshop with these players and let them know that you are interested in this solarization project. During his presentation, Commissioner Secretary for Science and Technology Saurabh Bhagat disclosed that UT government offices in J&K districts have 22494 registrations under their names, with a sanctioned load of around 486 MW. It was disclosed that JAKEDA or other departments have previously solarized close to 1900 structures, totaling 27.61 MW of capacity up to this point. Furthermore, it was discovered that by putting these rooftop solar power plants in the remaining 20,000 buildings, an additional 300 MW could be added. It was also mentioned that every department is required to submit data here, including a list of their buildings, approved linked loads, rooftop area free of shadows, geo-coordinates, and other pertinent information regarding these kinds of structures.He also stated that the government is willing to offer subsidies to the organisations carrying out this activity in the UT in addition to giving the JAKEDA the necessary revolving budget for this assignment. He recommended that the department conduct a study of the selected structures over the following few weeks and then create a model contract and DPR for each district. He advised them to keep an eye out for the fruitful precedents set by other States and UTs across the nation. He also emphasised the importance of getting technical support from any reputable organisation in order to have a clear plan for reaching this objective.During his presentation, Commissioner Secretary for Science and Technology Saurabh Bhagat disclosed that UT government offices in J&K districts have 22494 registrations under their names, with a sanctioned load of around 486 MW. It was disclosed that JAKEDA or other departments have previously solarized close to 1900 structures, totaling 27.61 MW of capacity up to this point. Furthermore, it was discovered that by putting these rooftop solar power plants in the remaining 20,000 buildings, an additional 300 MW could be added. It was also mentioned that every department is required to submit data here, including a list of their buildings, approved linked loads, rooftop area free of shadows, geo-coordinates, and other pertinent information regarding these kinds of structures. [caption id="attachment_8500" align="alignnone" width="300"] CS assesses preparedness for full solarization of government buildings till 2025[/caption]      …

J P Nadda in Jammu on Sunday will discuss BJP’s LS poll strategy for J&K with leaders
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J P Nadda in Jammu on Sunday will discuss BJP’s LS poll strategy for J&K with leaders

JAMMU: According to a leader, BJP president J P Nadda is coming to this area on Sunday for a daylong visit to discuss and finalise the party's plan for the Jammu and Kashmir Lok Sabha election. Nadda will start his tour by paying respects at the revered Raghunath temple in the centre of the city. Later, at the party headquarters here, he will preside over a meeting of senior members led by J&K BJP president Ravinder Raina. Along with the two Member Parliaments from J&K Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh and Jugal Kishore Sharma, who have each won the party's seats in Udhampur and Jammu twice, National General Secretary Tarun Chugh, in charge of J&K, will also be present at the meeting.According to the leader mentioned earlier, the meeting's outcome will probably determine the party's Lok Sabha candidates. This decision will be made on the basis of an internal survey report that Nadda and Home Minister Amit Shah received recently. He stated that the meeting's main goal would be to finalise the party's plan to oppose the INDIA bloc, which has indicated that it will field unified candidates to take on the BJP. According to the leader, the meeting will also cover Prime Minister Narendra Modi's planned visit to Jammu and Kashmir later this month or in early February. Before leaving for Delhi, he said, Nadda is expected to meet separately with Ashok Koul, the General Secretary (Organisation) and President of the J&K BJP. [caption id="attachment_8496" align="alignnone" width="300"] J P Nadda in Jammu on Sunday will discuss BJP's LS poll strategy for J&K with leaders[/caption]  

Reviewing power supply in J&K on daily basis: LG Sinha
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Reviewing power supply in J&K on daily basis: LG Sinha

SRINAGAR: On Saturday, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha stated that he checks the electricity supply in the Jammu and Kashmir Union Territory every day. He added that the district of Srinagar has become an example for the nation as a whole. "I personally inspect Jammu & Kashmir's electrical supply. Every evening, I personally keep an eye on the supply scenario. At a function in Srinagar, the Lieutenant Governor stated, "I receive feedback on area-wise power supply." In addition to stating that there is no shortage of electricity in Jammu and Kashmir, he added that malfunctioning and damaged transformers are being fixed and replaced in a day. The LG Sinha praised the departing SMC Commissioner, Athar Aamir Khan, stating that Srinagar has undergone significant development and transformation and is now an inspiration to the rest of the nation. "Over the past two years, Srinagar has seen a significant transformation. As of right now, Srinagar stands out among the nation's greatest cities." stated LG Sinha. The New Year's Eve festivities at Lal Chowk on December 31st, he continued, symbolise that J&K is headed back towards its former splendour. [caption id="attachment_8487" align="alignnone" width="300"] Reviewing power supply in J&K on daily basis: LG Sinha[/caption]