Srinagar, Nov 29: Kashmir Valley continued to reel under cold conditions on Friday night as minimum temperatures dropped sharply across most stations, according to data compiled by independent weather channel Kashmir Weather. After days of steady decline, several areas recorded deep sub-zero temperatures, signalling a further intensification of winter chill. Multiple locations in the Kashmir…
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Lt Governor expresses gratitude to Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for dedicating new Vande Bharat Train to the UT Today is a historic day for J&K. The second Vande Bharat Train for Shri Mata…
KATRA, Dec 30 : Today, Dr. Jitendra Singh, the Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy, and Space, witnessed the launching of the second Vande Bharat Express, which will link New Delhi and the sacred city of Katra. According to Dr. Jitendra Singh, Katra is now one of the first few cities in the nation to have two Vande Bharat Express trains. The Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra-New Delhi Vande Bharat Express departed from Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, this morning, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi essentially waving the flag. Arriving at the event from Katra railway station was Dr Jitendra Singh.According to Dr Jitendra Singh, rail projects in Jammu and Kashmir are currently underway at a cost of over Rs 41,000 crore, setting a record in and of itself because no other State or Union Territory in the nation has achieved the same feat. Similarly, the Union Budget has set aside over Rs 6,000 crore for the development of the rail industry in Jammu and Kashmir. Speaking at the event, Dr. Jitendra Singh stated that since taking office, the Prime Minister has given this region's development extra attention and focus. He claimed that shortly after taking office as prime minister, Modi officially opened the 2013-completed Katra Railway Station. However, the Prime Minister was required to officially open it, indicating that Modi holds a particular place in his heart for the holy city. According to Dr. Jitendra Singh, the Prime Minister had promised that under his administration, connectivity would be provided to the unconnected regions of the nation in order to promote national development. He said that the prime minister accelerated the pace of development projects.The Vande Bharat Express's launch today, according to Dr. Jitendra Singh, is the Prime Minister's New Year's gift to the people of Jammu and Kashmir, particularly Katra. He claimed that Prime Minister Modi alone had addressed the shortcomings of the previous 50 years. The Minister emphasised that this is evidence of his dedication to the advancement of Jammu and Kashmir. According to him, the way the rail network in J&K has been established will serve as evidence of the Union Territory's evolving character.A record two crore tourists visiting the Valley and over a crore pilgrims paying their respects at the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine, according to Dr. Jitendra Singh, is an example of that connectivity, the minister emphasised. According to Dr. Singh, the government has reached the very end of the queue and is providing people with utilities, power and healthcare. According to the Minister, J&K will play a crucial role in an advanced India by 2047. [caption id="attachment_8029" align="alignnone" width="300"] Rs 41,000 Cr Rail Projects In Progress In J&K : Dr Jitendra[/caption]…
Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Dec 30: According to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, people who cherished the nation felt that its post-independence vision was not "Bharat-centric" until Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi took office as prime minister. After independence, people who respected the word "Bharat," loved the country, and knew about it felt sorry for it because, despite its freedom, the nation's goals were not Bharat-centric but rather focused on other things. While attending the Pujya Purani Swami Smriti Mahotsav, which was organised by Swaminarayan Gurukul Vishwavidya Pratishthanam in Ahmedabad on Saturday, Shah stated, "This was in the minds of many for several years."Beginning in 1950, all Bharatiya Janata Party members worked to alter this vision. That was something that our party worked for for many generations, with many even losing their lives in the process, until Gujarat's chief minister was appointed as the nation's prime minister and the world was praising Bharat, Shah continued. Praying for India's accomplishments over the years, the Union Minister stated that the nation is currently on track to become the world's leading producer of mobile phones and ranks third in terms of renewable energy and startup."We are moving in the right direction to become the leading manufacturer of mobile phones today. We are ranked third in the world for start-ups and in the production of renewable energy, and nobody has any doubts about us anymore in terms of security," stated Shah. Amit Shah proposed that, up until its repeal in 2019, Article 370 spawned separatism and terrorism."We have been suffering for years as a result of Article 370, which gave rise to terrorism and separatism. With a single pen stroke on August 5, 2019, Modi abolished Article 370, according to Shah. "With surgical strikes and air strikes, we gave a message to those who used to mess with our borders not to take on our defence forces, otherwise, they will get a firm response from us, even within their homes," Shah said in reference to the Narendra Modi government's zero tolerance policy towards terrorism. Narendra Modi's stance on terrorism is zero tolerance.The Home Minister expressed gratitude to Swami Narayan Sampradaya for its assistance in promoting Gujarat's Sarva Sikhsha Abhiyan, saying, "Swami Narayan Sampradaya has enlightened several people." I have to admit that Gujarat's Sarva Sikhsha Abhiyan would not have been complete if the gurukul of Swami Narayan Sampradaya had not operated in various locations throughout the state. [caption id="attachment_8023" align="alignnone" width="300"] “Our Vision Was Not Bharat-Centric After Independence Till PM Changed It”: Shah[/caption]
NEW DELHI, Dec 30: The government has published draft guidelines on how to make railway stations, their facilities, and trains accessible to individuals with disabilities. The guidelines emphasise the importance of incorporating technology-enabled features like text-to-speech and easily navigable pictograms. In order to make the proposed guidelines more user-friendly, the Department of the People with Disabilities (PwDs) has asked stakeholders and the general public to provide their feedback, objections, and suggestions by January 29. The suggested guidelines also emphasise the necessity of specifically designed website features that appeal to "divyangjans," guaranteeing an adaptable and user-friendly interface design. According to the draft guidelines, these features will integrate technology-enabled accessibility features like text-to-speech and easily readable pictograms, adhering to universal design principles and World Wide Web Consortium guidelines. The proposal calls for creating a one-click template and specialised mobile app that would show disabled passengers all the amenities and information that are available to them in trains as well as at stations. Credible announcements about PwD facilities will be incorporated into public announcement systems at train stations and platforms to promote inclusivity. According to the draft guidelines, this covers digital displays, captioning, and sign language. Along with Braille signage, standardised illuminated signage for all stations has also been suggested. According to these, frontline employees will receive sign language training to guarantee clear communication.Ramps, handrails, and accessible entry and exit points are required by the guidelines. It is advised that parking spaces designated as accessible be clearly marked with signage so that people with disabilities can park there more easily. According to the draft guidelines, accessible help booths run by "Divyangjan Sahayaks" and low-height ticket counters with accessibility signage are suggested as ways to improve the accessibility experience overall. The guidelines emphasised the need to provide accessible restrooms, drinking water booths, foot-over bridges, tactile guiding blocks, and unobstructed zones on platforms. The guidelines include information on coordinated lighting systems and accessible lifts at platforms. Proposed guidelines include inclusive coach interiors with accessible toilets and seating arrangements, as well as the integration of accessible features in new train coaches, prominent signage, Braille coach numbers, and contrasting exterior colours. Divyang-friendly facilities will continue to be inspected by multidisciplinary committees under the current system. To actively involve the public in raising accessibility standards, complaint books, websites, and mobile apps are introduced as feedback mechanisms. [caption id="attachment_8017" align="alignnone" width="300"] Govt Releases Draft Guidelines To Make Railways More User-Friendly For…
Ayodhya (UP), Dec 30: On Saturday, the reconstructed Ayodhya railway station was officially opened by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who also symbolically launched two Amrit Bharat and six Vande Bharat trains. In addition, he will open an airport and lay the groundwork for numerous development initiatives for Uttar Pradesh. Prime Minister Modi held a roadshow from the airport to the railway station after arriving in the temple town, and he was welcomed by a sizable crowd that had gathered along its path. At one point, Modi waved back at the people he was greeting from his car by opening the door. In celebration of him, people threw petals from flowers and held signs. Along the way, the prime minister attended performances by cultural groups. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath of Uttar Pradesh, who met Prime Minister Modi at the airport, wrote on X, "Hearty welcome and greetings to respected Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji in Shri Ayodhya Dham." The roadshow was to take place after the airport and train station were inaugurated. The prime minister toured the station after it was officially opened. Adityanath, Ashwini Vaishnaw, the railway minister, and other people were with him. Vaishnaw gave Modi a briefing on the station.According to officials, the first phase of the redeveloped Ayodhya Dham Junction Railway Station has been completed at a cost exceeding Rs 240 crore. The three-story train station building has amenities including waiting areas, cloak rooms, escalators, food plazas, stores for puja supplies, and lifts. Officials claim that the station building is "accessible for all" and a "green station building certified by IGBC." The Darbhanga-Ayodhya-Anand Vihar Terminal Amrit Bharat Express and the Malda Town-Sir M Visvesvaraya Terminus (Bengaluru) Amrit Bharat Express are the two new Amrit Bharat trains that the prime minister unveiled.He indicated the presence of six new Vande Bharat Trains. These include the Ayodhya-Anand Vihar Terminal Vande Bharat Express, the Coimbatore-Bangalore Cantt Vande Bharat Express, the Mangalore-Madgaon Vande Bharat Express, the Jalna-Mumbai Vande Bharat Express, the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra-New Delhi Vande Bharat Express, and the Amritsar-Delhi Vande Bharat Express. In addition, Modi will take part in a public event where he will inaugurate and lay the cornerstones for development initiatives for Uttar Pradesh totaling more than Rs 15,700 crore.Approximately Rs 11,100 crore of these projects are for the development of Ayodhya and its environs, and approximately Rs 4,600 crore are for various projects throughout Uttar Pradesh. The prime minister's visit occurs just before the Ram temple's "pran pratishtha," or consecration ceremony, takes place. Here, the temple is presently being built, and the prime minister will be present at the consecration ceremony on January 22. [caption id="attachment_8011" align="alignnone" width="300"] PM Inaugurates Redeveloped Ayodhya Railway Station, Flags Off 8…
NEW DELHI: Under the 'Viksit Bharat 2047' initiative, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stated that the goal of making India a developed nation by 2047 is to concentrate on GYAN, which he defined as Garib (poor), Yuva (youth), Annadata (farmers), and Narishakti (women empowerment). During the launch of the Viksit Bharat Sankalp yatra, which aims to raise awareness about government welfare schemes across different states, the Prime Minister reaffirmed his commitment to transforming India into a developed nation by the country's centenary. Prime Minister Modi drew a comparison between the freedom movement's 1922–1947 era and the subsequent 25 years, pointing out the general public's eagerness to contribute to the advancement of the country."Everyone wanted to contribute towards the freedom movement from 1922 to the period up to 1947," Prime Minister Modi stated in an interview with India Today. By the time we commemorate India's 100 years of independence, I see a similar sense of optimism among the populace that the nation will have advanced. This energy serves as my motivation." "Gyan ko sammaan denge, hum GYAN pe dhyaan denge, to Viksit Bharat banega." The PM stated, "GYAN stands for G for Garib, Y for Yuva, A for Annadata, and N for Narishakti. "Everything I have done, as a Karyakarta, as a CM, and as PM, I have always put the nation first," Prime Minister Modi said, restating his nation-first philosophy. I have considered the interests of the nation when making every decision. People frequently enquire as to how I made a challenging choice. For me it does not seem difficult because I take all my decisions with the single prism of Nation First." He also talked about the mantra behind his approach to policymaking and said "Main kuch bhi acha lage isliye nahi karta, Lekin acha ho isliye karta hu". Further, talking about his management and dealing with tasks associated with challenging sectors, the PM said, "Makhan par lakir to sab karte hai. To pathar par lakir karo karni hai. Shuruat to kare, Kathin hai to kya hua. (Drawing a line in butter is simple. If necessary, etch a line in stone. It's challenging, but let's get started. Additionally, he discussed how India has evolved from a nation that used to look for a voice on many platforms to one that now establishes new international platforms, stating that there is widespread agreement around the globe that this is India's time. According to PM Modi, India's contributions and presence are now valued in international fora. "After our country's latent potential was unlocked, India's contributions and presence in international forums are now highly valued. This is India's moment, as the entire world clearly agrees," the PM stated. [caption id="attachment_8005" align="alignnone" width="300"] "Hum GYAN pe dhyaan denge:" PM Modi on roadmap…
RAJOURI: A week after being suspended due to a terror attack on two army vehicles, mobile Internet services were reinstated in the districts of Poonch and Rajouri in Jammu and Kashmir, according to officials. In order to stop rumours from spreading and avoid a potential law and order situation, curbs were put in place last Friday. "Services in the Rajouri-Poonch region are back online. Divisional Commissioner for the Jammu region Ramesh Kumar stated here that "the situation is normal." The following day, three people who were among those the Army had taken into custody to question them following the terrorist ambush that claimed the lives of four soldiers were discovered dead for unknown reasons. While the inquiry into their deaths is ongoing, their bodies have been turned over to their relatives for final ceremonies. [caption id="attachment_7993" align="alignnone" width="300"] Mobile internet restored in Rajouri-Poonch after week-long suspension[/caption]
JAMMU: Farooq Abdullah, the president of the National Conference, said on Friday that the Army was to blame for the deaths of three civilians and expressed optimism that the families would receive justice, as promised by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. Abdullah emphasised the critical role that public support plays in overcoming a variety of obstacles and the possible impact that such incidents may have on public trust in the system. "It is regrettable that innocent people are being killed by our army in our nation. Rajnath Singh, our Minister of Defence, had arrived. He has promised that a thorough investigation will be conducted and that those responsible will face consequences. Abdullah told reporters in this location, "We hope that action will be taken against them and that such incidents would not be repeated."After they were allegedly picked up by the Army for questioning in relation to a terrorist ambush earlier this month that resulted in the deaths of four soldiers in the Poonch district, three civilians were found dead and five injured. "They are innocent people. How terrorists have come here? Where have they come from? Why have they come here? What can we do, if they come to our houses with guns? They (people) do not have weapons. They don't have anyone to protect them," Abdullah said after meeting with the injured civilians in Poonch. He also referred to them as victims of terrorism and questioned the circumstances of terrorists' cross-border infiltration. Abdullah expressed worry about the effects of abuse by the military, saying that a nation cannot develop without the participation of its civilian population."You strike them, causing bleeding. There have been three fatalities. Will such deeds strengthen our nation? In the face of such incidents, people tend to lose faith in the system. He cautioned, "This is a dangerous trend for the nation." Abdullah highlighted the importance of public support in winning wars, citing a lieutenant general. Reiterating his opposition to terrorism, he acknowledged the difficulties presented by skilled terrorists who target police and army officers. It's important to remember that you can win the war if the people support you. Love and empathy for the people around you. There are terrorists entering. Nothing is stopping them. They have extensive training. They are murdering our army and police officers," he declared. Endorsing dialogue with Pakistan as the sole means of resolving disputes, Abdullah conveyed optimism for a resumption of talks following elections in both nations. The government of Jammu and Kashmir has announced jobs and compensation for the families of the fallen civilians. With full support and cooperation for the investigation, the Army has ordered a thorough internal investigation. [caption id="attachment_7990" align="alignnone" width="300"] Farooq Abdullah expresses concern over civilian…
POONCH: The families of the victims were met by BJP President J&K Ravinder Raina during a visit to the Topi Peer neighbourhood of Buffliaz. Along with Ravinder Raina were BJP District President Rajesh Raina, DDC Thanamandi Qayoom Mir, DDC Surankote Advocate Sohail Malik, BJP Leader Azhar Manhas, and Mehtab Bukhari. Later, after visiting Army Hospital Potha and Surankote Hospital, Ravinder Raina and other BJP leaders spoke with the injured. In addition, Raina met with the senior Army Commander to talk about security concerns and to make a request for sufficient compensation for the families of the victims. Declaring that there is no way to make up for the harm that has been done. He declared that we completely support the people involved and that the entire incident is heartbreaking.He said that the people of Topi Peer have the backing of the entire country, and that the Union Defence Minister has personally visited the area and promised that no one who has done anything wrong will escape punishment. He declared that everyone is equal under the law and that we have complete faith in it. Raina added that the action has already been taken and no guilty would be served. Humanity's murders will not be accepted. He said that anybody who will be found guilty will not be spared by the court of law. He declared that the people are going through a difficult moment and that we will support them wholeheartedly until justice is done. [caption id="attachment_7987" align="alignnone" width="285"] Raina reaches Buffliaz, meets the victim families, assured Justice[/caption]
BANDIPORA, DECEMBER 29: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Dr Owais Ahmad who is also Chairman District Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), Friday convened a meeting here to take stock of the works being executed under JJM.…
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