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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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Former Minister Lal Singh’s ED Custody Extended By 5 Days In Money Laundering Case
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Former Minister Lal Singh’s ED Custody Extended By 5 Days In Money Laundering Case

Jammu, Nov 14: In a money laundering case, a court in this city on Tuesday gave former Jammu and Kashmir minister Lal Singh an additional five days in the Enforcement Directorate's (ED) custody. On November 7, Singh, the head of the Dogra Swabhiman Sangathan Party (DSSP), was taken into custody from a home in Sainik Colony's Chawadi neighbourhood after a special court denied his request for anticipatory bail. The ED was looking into him in relation to a case involving an educational trust that his wife, the former lawmaker Kanta Andotra, was running.After his seven-day remand expired on Tuesday, Singh was brought before the special court via video conference, according to special public prosecutor Ashwani Khajuria. "The case investigation is just getting started. Citing the court order, Khajuria stated, "Accused is involved in a serious and non-bailable offence; he is remanded to ED custody for a period of five days only from November 14 to 18."The court instructed the investigating officer to expedite the investigation and ordered the ED to produce the accused on November 18 only via virtual mode. According to Khajuria, the ED has submitted a thorough objection to the accused's post-arrest bail request in the Jammu principal sessions judge's court. The Jammu and Kashmir Agrarian Reforms Act, 1976 imposes a ceiling limit of 100 standard kanals. The money laundering case stems from an October 2021 charge sheet filed by the CBI in this case, which alleged criminal connivance in the issuance of land between January 4 and January 7, 2011, without mentioning details about violation of the act, thereby giving undue pecuniary advantage to trust.Based on this, the CBI charge sheet stated that the trust obtained several parcels of land totaling approximately 329 kanals through three gift deeds that were executed on January 5 and January 7, 2011. [caption id="attachment_5556" align="alignnone" width="300"] Former Minister Lal Singh’s ED Custody Extended By 5 Days In Money Laundering Case[/caption]    

South Asian Americans have woven Diwali traditions into the fabric of America: Biden
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South Asian Americans have woven Diwali traditions into the fabric of America: Biden

NOV 14, 2023 : President Joe Biden acknowledged the contribution of South Asian Americans, who have woven Diwali customs into the fabric of the country, saying that they have been instrumental in the development of the US. "To more than one billion Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, and Buddhists celebrating in America and around the world, we wish you a happy Diwali," Biden wrote in an email. "Over the course of generations, South Asian Americans have woven Diwali traditions into the fabric of our nation symbolising the message of seeking the light of wisdom, love, and unity over the darkness of ignorance, hate, and division," Biden stated. With over 2.1 million views, the message that was posted on November 12 on X, formerly known as Twitter, has since gone viral.It's a message that is more important than ever and has helped our country bounce back from the last few trying years. May this Diwali inspire us to consider the power of our common light and to embrace the enduring spirit of both our country and this holiday, Biden said. In a message sent on Monday, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken wished the Sikh, Buddhist, Jain, and Hindu communities celebrating Diwali in the US and around the world a happy and prosperous holiday. "Diwali represents a time of joy and renewal, celebrated through traditions that include lighting diyas, decorating homes with rangoli, and sharing sweets with family and friends," he stated."Diwali is also a reminder of the strength that the US draws from the diversity that makes up our nation, as well as the importance the United States places on safeguarding religious freedom at home and abroad," Blinken stated. "Happy Diwali to everyone commemorating this global and American festival of lights. He wished for health, wealth, and peace for himself and the people he loved. [caption id="attachment_5547" align="alignnone" width="300"] South Asian Americans have woven Diwali traditions into the fabric of America: Biden[/caption]  

BSF Intercepts Drone Coming From Pakistan In Ferozepur
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BSF Intercepts Drone Coming From Pakistan In Ferozepur

AMRITSAR, Nov 14: On Monday, the Border Security Force (BSF) in the Ferozepur District of Punjab intercepted another drone that was allegedly flying from Pakistan into Indian territory, close to the village of Tindi Wala. "In accordance with the established protocol, BSF soldiers promptly intervened to avert the smugglers' mishap," the BSF stated. Drones that were being used by drug smugglers and recovered by the BSF from Punjab across the Pakistani border have been found on numerous occasions. Sunday saw the BSF locate a quadcopter drone manufactured in China in the Punjabi village of Bharopal, Amritsar. "BSF and Punjab Police foiled another attempt by smugglers to smuggle drugs via drone," the BSF, which is in charge of policing the 3,323-kilometer border between India and Pakistan that runs through the Indian states of Gujarat, Rajasthan, Punjab, Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh, said. A combined team from the Border Security Force (BSF) and Punjab Police found a drone in the Nesta village of Amritsar, Punjab, on Sunday in a similar incident. The China-made quadcopter was found on the outskirts of Amritsar's Nesta village, according to BSF [caption id="attachment_5541" align="alignnone" width="264"] BSF Intercepts Drone Coming From Pakistan In Ferozepur[/caption]  

Former Minister & Senior BJP Leader Ajatshatru calls on LG
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Former Minister & Senior BJP Leader Ajatshatru calls on LG

JAMMU: Former minister and senior BJP leader Ajatshatru Singh paid Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha a visit at Raj Bhawan. He had Ritu Singh with him. Ajatshatru Singh informed the Lieutenant Governor of his visit to the United Kingdom in relation to the British Parliament's commemoration of Accession Day. The UK-based Jammu Kashmir diaspora was in charge of organising the event. A book titled "Kashmir Under The Dogras-Transition to Peace, Progress & Modernity," written by Dr. S. N. Pandita, was also given to the Lieutenant Governor. [caption id="attachment_5520" align="alignnone" width="300"] Former Minister & Senior BJP Leader Ajatshatru calls on LG[/caption]  

“PM doesn’t say a word about caste census”, Rahul reiterates ‘caste census vow’ in MP
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“PM doesn’t say a word about caste census”, Rahul reiterates ‘caste census vow’ in MP

MADHYA PRADESH: Along with his 53 officers, Shivraj Singh Chouhan leads the state's government. There is only one OBC officer among those 53 officers. Can you imagine how much of the authority to make decisions he has? Precisely 0.33%. He decides what to do with 0.33% of your entire budget. Now consider that over 50% of them are in this population. He continued, "The OBC Class is being denigrated." Rahul Gandhi attacked the state government and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, saying, "PM Modi and CM Shivraj keep claiming that it is the government of the OBCs." They don't give that one OBC officer any tasks." The opposition members of parliament from the recently formed INDIA bloc have been calling for a nationwide caste census, arguing that it would help determine policies for various social groups based on population numbers. However, the central government, which is led by the BJP, has been asserting that the caste census will cause "division" in society. In the meantime, if elected to power in Chhattisgarh, the Bhupesh Baghel-led Congress government has promised to carry out a caste census in the state. Elections in Madhya Pradesh are scheduled for November 17 and the vote-counting day is December 3.Legislators from 230 Assembly constituencies will be chosen by voters. The Congress won the most recent state assembly elections in 2018, and seasoned leader Kamal Nath was sworn in as chief minister. However, in 2020, the state experienced a political earthquake when 22 loyalist MLAs and then-Congressman Jyotiraditya Scindia joined the saffron camp. After being reduced to a minority, the Congress government collapsed, and the BJP took power with Shivraj Singh Chouhan serving as chief minister once more. Rahul Gandhi, the Congress MP, reaffirmed his party's commitment to conducting a caste census on Monday. The Congress Member of Parliament also took aim at the Prime Minister, claiming that he makes no mention of the caste census. "I repeatedly advised Prime Minister Modi to order a nationwide caste census. However, he remains silent on the caste census. Instead, he asserts that the nation is caste-free. We pledge to carry out a caste census if we win the state's elections. Gandhi said, "Everyone needs to know about their strength in the country," during a polling campaign in Neemuch, Madhya Pradesh. [caption id="attachment_5508" align="alignnone" width="300"] "PM doesn't say a word about…