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Omar : Denying democratic rights can push people of J&K to protest

editor October 10, 2023

SRINAGAR: Omar Abdullah, vice president of the National Conference, stated on Monday that people may come to the streets to demand their right to an elected government if the Election Commission does not make the polling date for the Jammu and Kashmir assembly public. According to Abdullah, we appear to be being forced into a position where we must demonstrate even for our democratic rights. The former chief minister was responding to a query on whether Jammu and Kashmir politics had deteriorated to the point where protests calling for assembly elections were necessary.In a press conference today, the Chief Election Commissioner stated that they will weigh all factors before making a decision on the polls in Jammu and Kashmir. He had before stated that J-K needed a void to be filled. We are curious about these factors. Are EVMs not being provided by the government? Is security not being provided by the government? If elections cannot be held, is the situation worse than it was in 1996? Is it worse than the fallout from the disaster in 2014?" he questioned. Abdullah claimed that the Solicitor General had stated that the government was prepared for elections at the Supreme Court during the hearing of Article 370 petitions, but that the Election Commission would have to make the final decision. "They are either hiding behind the EC or they lied in the SC,"The only reason (for the delay) that I can think of is BJP fear. Please let us know if there is any more information. The BJP has previously been hiding behind the Raj Bhawan. He continued, "Right now they are hiding behind the Election Commission. According to Abdullah, the "resounding" loss of the BJP in the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) elections in Kargil may cause further delays in the holding of elections for the Jammu and Kashmir legislature, panchayats, and urban local bodies. "We are prepared for elections, but the Centre and the BJP are not because they are afraid, I have always claimed. At this point, if they had their way, they wouldn't even hold elections for the parliament, according to the data that is available today. We might conclude from this outcome that our elections have become more distant from us, he continued. The NC leader argued that the Chief Election Commissioner need to inform Jammu and Kashmir's citizens whether they enjoy the same right to vote as citizens in other areas of the nation. "Are the people of Jammu and Kashmir not entitled to vote for their leaders? They don't have the same rights as the people of Rajasthan, Mizoram, Chhattisgarh, and MP, he continued. Abdullah asserted that the administration had claimed that the long-standing desire of the people of Ladakh had been met after Article 370 was repealed in 2019 and Jammu and Kashmir was divided into two Union territories. "However, the results of the election show that the Ladakhi people did not approve of it. They suffered the same harm from the split as the people of Jammu and Kashmir, who are currently protesting it, he said. "BJP will claim that the outcome was caused by Kargil's Muslim majority. The question that follows is: Was JK's divide caused by religion? When questioned about the lieutenant governor's claim that 80% of Jammu and Kashmir residents were satisfied with the current political climate, Abdullah remarked Manoj Sinha appeared to have an obsession with the number 80. "I can see that he finds the number 80 to be fascinating. He sees 80 in everything, as I've noticed. Why did he offer a 20% discount while he gave statistics about his popularity? He is welcome to have 100%, he said. According to Abdullah, if events were to be taken at face value, Prime Minister Narendra Modi might abolish elections. "If things can be done like this, then Modi can say 80 per cent of people like him and there is no need for elections," he stated. When questioned about the BJP's accusation that opposition parties were promoting dynastic politics, Abdullah responded that elections allow the public to make decisions.…

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NHAI Issues SOPs To Reduce Incidents Of Altercation At Toll Plazas

editor October 9, 2023

New Delhi, Oct 9: National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) on Monday said it has issued Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to safeguard commuters and toll operators, reduce incidents of altercations and strengthen security at toll…

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Dr Jitendra Singh addresses ‘India-Sweden Innovation Day’ meet, promises deeper collaboration

editor October 9, 2023

NEW DELHI: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Science & Technology, MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh, addressed the 10th "India-Sweden Innovation Day" meeting today. He pledged deeper cooperation between the two nations and called for strengthening India-Sweden bilateral cooperation to effectively address pressing global challenges while remaining steadfast in the pursuit of immediate goals on the path to a more prosperous future. Dr. Jitendra Singh, who spoke on behalf of the Indian government, said that businesses on both sides should be encouraged to collaborate in research and exchange human resources.Dr. Jitendra Singh noted that nine Swedish companies visited India this year as part of the India-Sweden Innovations Accelerator programme in order to expand their export and investment opportunities in the area of green technology and strengthen ties between Sweden and India in this field. The Minister mentioned that in 2023, both nations would mark the fifth anniversary of the Sweden-India Joint Declaration on Innovation Partnership for a Sustainable Future as well as the 75th anniversary of their diplomatic relations. The 10th India Sweden Innovation Day's theme is "Innovation for a Better World," according to him, and it is a momentous occasion.Dr. Jitendra Singh reaffirmed that the goal of this historic occasion is to realise a net-zero future by leveraging our individual areas of expertise and driving ecologically sustainable growth. Dr. Jitendra Singh said that in May 2022, Swedish Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji reaffirmed their commitment to encouraging cooperative research and innovation across a variety of fields, including polar and space research. The relationship, according to the minister, spans a number of industries, including energy, clean technology, new materials, space, the circular and bio-based economy, health and life sciences, and transportation and eMobility.In accordance with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, he also said that the India-Sweden Innovation Partnership builds links between institutions, R&D-intensive industries, and creative entrepreneurs. Dr. Jitendra Singh reported that the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, has announced the INDIA-SWEDEN Collaborative Industrial Research & Development call in association with the Swedish Government Agency for Innovation Systems (VINNOVA). According to him, this effort is a crucial component of the larger Sweden-India Innovation Partnership, which seeks to increase competitiveness and find creative solutions to urgent global problems like climate change and sustainable development.Dr. Jitendra Singh pointed out that the joint call for proposals between Sweden and India in the area of the circular economy was first made public last year. Three large projects in all were supported through this call, which was co-funded by nine Indian and nine Swedish funding organisations for the Joint Programme. On March 13, 2023, a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) was formally approved, creating a cooperation between the Swedish Foundation for International Cooperation in Research and Higher Education (STINT), the Department of Science and Technology, and the Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB).This partnership aims to promote knowledge exchange and the advancement of research while strengthening collaboration and research ties between academic institutions in Sweden and India through the organisation of seminars, workshops, and conferences. Dr. Jitendra Singh also thanked Andreas Carlson, Minister of Infrastructure, Government of Sweden, for participating in the 10th annual India Sweden Innovation Day. Dr. Jitendra Singh stated that India is ready to strengthen the bilateral partnership, particularly in the area of science and technology, as well as to support our innovation ecosystem. The Minister went on to say that the success of our bilateral diplomatic relations has been a result of our shared values and dedication to fair trade and globalisation.I am really happy to observe that the area of India and Sweden's bilateral relationship that is growing the fastest is innovation cooperation, he continued. Swedish ambassador to India Tanmaya Lal, Robin Sukhia, president of the Sweden-India Business Council, and Sanjoo Malhotra, CEO of India Unlimited also spoke at the event in addition to Hon. Jan Thesleff, the ambassador of India to Sweden. [caption id="attachment_3776" align="alignnone" width="300"] Dr Jitendra Singh addresses 'India-Sweden Innovation Day' meet, promises deeper collaboration[/caption]

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NC, Cong To Hold Chief Executive Councillor Post In LAHDC-Kargil In Rotation: Omar

editor October 9, 2023

Srinagar, Oct 9: Omar Abdullah, the head of the National Conference, claimed on Monday that his party and the Congress had an accord prior to the election regarding the rotation of the chief executive councillor position in the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council-Kargil. Together, the National Conference and Congress won 22 of the 26 seats up for election in the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council-Kargil on October 4. Four voting members are proposed by the administration for the 30-member council.The National Conference, which is now the single-largest party, got 12 seats, according to the officials, while its ally Congress won 10 seats. According to them, the BJP won two seats and two Independent candidates also won. "We shall have rotating chief executive councillors in Kargil for two and a half years each, that was decided before the elections. According to Abdullah, it hasn't changed in light of the results and wouldn't have changed even if we had 16 seats and the Congress only had six.He responded, "Being the bigger partner, the National Conference should be the first," when asked which party would run for the position first. Additionally, that would be in keeping with the coalition dharma. The Congress wouldn't want to set the tone for the INDIA coalition, in my opinion. Will the Congress give up the prime minister's position for a lesser partner if it wins the most votes in the Lok Sabha elections? asked the leader of the National Conference. Abdullah responded that the National Conference was open to conversations on the topic when asked if his party was prepared for a pre-election partnership with the Congress in future elections in Jammu and Kashmir."We are prepared to have a conversation. However, the INDIA coalition has not yet started talking about seat sharing, he continued. [caption id="attachment_3770" align="alignnone" width="300"] NC, Cong To Hold Chief Executive Councillor Post In LAHDC-Kargil In Rotation: Omar[/caption]

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“Tanzania is biggest, closest partner of India in Africa”: PM Modi

editor October 9, 2023

NEW DELHI: While speaking at the Exchange session, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasised that Tanzania is India's largest and closest ally in all of Africa and that today is a momentous day for relations between the two countries. "Today marks a turning point in India and Tanzania's relationship. We are attempting to turn our long-standing friendship into a Strategic Partnership today, he remarked. PM Modi noted that Tanzania and India are significant trading and investment partners, adding that "both sides are working on an agreement to increase trade in local currencies." In addition, PM Modi noted that "Tanzania is the biggest and closest partner of India in the entire Africa." On Monday, PM Modi and Samia Suluhu Hassan, the president of Tanzania, attended the MoU exchanging programme at Hyderabad House in Delhi. The Indian Navy and the Tanzanian Shipping Agency exchanged technical agreements regarding their cooperation in sharing white shipping information, the National Sports Council of Tanzania and the Sports Authority of India exchanged MoUs regarding their cooperation in the field of sports, and India and Tanzania also exchanged agreements regarding their cultural exchange programme for the years 2023 to 2027.Additionally, there was a discussion regarding the establishment of an industrial park in Tanzania between the Tanzania Investment Centre and the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority, which is a division of the Ministry of Port, Shipping, and Waterways of India. Finally, an MoU exchange about cooperation in the maritime industry was place between Cochin Shipyard Limited and Marine Services Corporation Limited. India has significantly aided Tanzania in developing its capacities and skills. "ICT centres, vocational schools, defence training, and scholarships from ITEC and ICCR. By collaborating in key areas including agriculture, health, water supply, and education, we have attempted to improve Tanzanians' quality of life. President Narendra Modi saidRegarding the defence industry, PM Modi mentioned that a five-year framework has been agreed upon by Tanzania and India. "Through this, new dimensions will be added in areas like military training, maritime cooperation, capacity building, and defence industry," he stated. He also expressed his happiness that Tanzania had chosen to join the Global Biofuels Alliance, which had been established at the G20 Summit by India. "I am glad that Tanzania has decided to join the Global Biofuels Alliance launched by India at the G20 Summit," he stated. In the presence of US President Joe Biden, Presidents Luiz Inacio of Brazil, Alberto Fernandez of Argentina, and Giorgia Meloni of Italy, PM Modi established the Global Biofuels Alliance during the G20 Summit.Everyone agrees that the greatest security threat to humanity is terrorism, including India and Tanzania. "In this regard, we have also decided to increase mutual cooperation in the field of counter-terrorism," said Prime Minister Modi. "The most important thing that binds our relationships is our strong and oldest people-to-people ties," said Prime Minister Modi. The establishment of the IIT Madras centre in Zanzibar, according to PM Modi, is a significant turning point in our relationship. On July 4, in the presence of Zanzibar President Dr. Hussein Ali Mwinyi and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the establishment of an IIT Madras campus in Zanzibar was signed by the Ministry of Education (MoE), the central government, IIT Madras, and the Ministry of Education and Vocational Training (MoEVT) of Zanzibar, Tanzania. "Technology is the biggest pillar for the path of development between India and Tanzania," PM Modi stated. The Union Minister of State for Education Annapurna Devi met Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan, who was in India at President Droupadi Murmu's invitation, on Sunday at the Delhi airport.Earlier today, President Hassan received a formal welcome on the Rashtrapati Bhawan forecourt and took part in the wreath-laying ceremony at Rajghat. The day before, President Samia Suluhu Hassan praised the outstanding relations between the two nations and noted that her visit will open up new doors for Tanzania's and India's political and economic development.

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EC : Polls In J&K Will Be Held At ‘Right Time’ Keeping Security Situation In Mind

editor October 9, 2023

New Delhi, Oct 9: The Election Commission announced on Monday that elections in Jammu and Kashmir would take place at the "right time" while taking into account the local security situation. This was said by Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar during a news conference to reveal the dates for the assembly elections in five states. According to him, the polls in Jammu and Kashmir will be held when the commission determines it is the "right time" in light of the local elections already taking place and the security situation.A different question was addressed to Kumar, who responded that announcements of freebies usually have the "tadka" of populism and that the general public has a right to know where the freebies will come from. The Election Commission announced that voting will take place in Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Telangana, and Mizoram on various dates from November 7 to 30. Votes for the five states will be tallied on December 3, setting the stage for the 2024 Lok Sabha election semifinals. Prior to the Lok Sabha elections next year, this will be the final round of assembly elections. [caption id="attachment_3758" align="alignnone" width="300"] EC : Polls In J&K Will Be Held At ‘Right Time’ Keeping Security Situation In Mind[/caption]

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Ram Leela to be staged at Dewan Mandir from 15 Oct : Yudhvir

editor October 9, 2023

JAMMU: Yudhvir Sethi, vice president of the J&K BJP and chairman of Shree Sanatan Dharam Natak Samaj, Dewan Mandir Club, announced the upcoming Ram Leela, which would start on the auspicious first day of Navratra, October 15, carrying on a rich cultural tradition that dates back more than 160 years. Anil Masoom, the club president, and Sat Paul Sharma, the director, joined Yudhvir Sethi in a press conference to express their excitement for the approaching Ram Leela. Ram Leela is a long-standing custom that portrays our culture in dramatic fashion, and Sethi emphasised the importance of preserving it in its entirety.He claimed that for at over 160 years, the Ram Leela has been a beloved tradition, enthralling audiences from the same stage. He said that well-known Bollywood actors like Om Parkash, Om Puri, and PrithviRaj Chouhan had appeared at the Ram Leela Club. The Ram Leela aims to present fresh artists and scenes this year, revitalising the experience for visitors. The talented cast set to perform in Ram Leela included Laxman Puri, Vijay Sharma, Sahil Gupta, Sanjana, Sanjeev Kerni, Kannav Chopra, Subash Jamwal, Rakun, Rakesh Dogra, Amit Khajuria, Pawan Sharma, Raj Kumar, Ram Paul, Litchee Sharma, Sachin Sharma, Ajay Kumar, Sanjeev Anand, Rishu, Ramesh Kumar, Jitender Sharma, Abhi Sharma, Rajesh Kumar, and many more.Vishal Gupta, Chanchal Sharma, and Kuldeep Verma will write and score the event's music. Ashok Gupta will be in charge of the lighting design, and Sardar Harbhajan Singh, Ajay, Rahul, and Kala will design the sets. The people of Jammu City were cordially invited by Yudhvir Sethi to the Ram Leela to offer their support for the accomplished performers of the Ram Leela Club. He continued, "Their presence will undoubtedly boost the performers' spirits, ensuring the continuation of this beloved cultural tradition." [caption id="attachment_3742" align="alignnone" width="300"] Ram Leela to be staged at Dewan Mandir from 15 Oct : Yudhvir[/caption]

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Congress, NC sweep LAHDC-Kargil polls, win 22 seats

editor October 9, 2023

KARGIL: Officials announced on Sunday that the National Conference and the Congress had won a total of 22 seats in the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council-Kargil poll. The first election after Ladakh was divided into a Union Territory as a result of the repeal of Article 370 of the Constitution was held for the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC)-Kargil. On October 4, elections for 26 council seats were held. Four voting members are proposed by the administration for the 30-member council. The National Conference (NC), which is now the single-largest party, got 12 seats, according to the officials, while its ally Congress won 10 seats. According to them, the BJP won two seats and two Independent candidates also won.74,026 of the 95,388 eligible voters cast ballots in the election, yielding a 77.61 percent turnout. On October 1, the current council, led by NC representative Feroz Ahmad Khan, finished its five-year term. Before October 11, the new council will be in place. Despite announcing a pre-election cooperation, the NC and Congress only fielded 17 and 22 candidates, respectively. Both parties claimed that the agreement was only applicable to regions where the BJP was a formidable opponent. The BJP ran 17 candidates this time around, up from the previous election when it won one seat and eventually added two PDP councillors to bring its total to three.Along with 25 Independents, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) tried its luck for four seats. In the district's 278 polling places where the council elections were held, electronic voting machines were employed for the first time. [caption id="attachment_3734" align="alignnone" width="300"] Congress, NC sweep LAHDC-Kargil polls, win 22 seats[/caption]

There is no reason India cannot take back ‘Sindh’: Yogi

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LUCKNOW: Yogi Adityanath, the chief minister of Uttar Pradesh, stated on Sunday that there is no reason why we cannot reclaim "Sindhu," or the Sindh province, which is currently part of Pakistan, if Shri Ram Janmabhoomi could be returned after 500 years. The state government released a press release in which the chief minister was quoted as saying, "After 500 years, a grand temple of Lord Ram is being constructed in Ayodhya. The Prime Minister will reinstall Ramlala in his temple in January. He continued by saying, "If Ram Janmabhoomi can be taken back after 500 years, then there is no reason why we cannot take back Sindhu." According to the statement, the entire audience erupted in deafening applause as Adityanath delivered his presentation. Adityanath argued that the Sindhi community has to teach the younger generations about its history because they suffered the most as a result of Partition. He added that the country was divided as a result of one person's intransigence. "Thousands of people were massacred when the country was divided. India's largest portion became Pakistan. As a result of having to leave their homeland, the Sindhi community suffered the most. At the event held by the Sindhi Council of India, he said, "Even now, we still have to deal with the tragedy of Partition in the form of terrorism. No civilised society, according to Adityanath, can ever recognise terrorism, extremism, or any form of chaos. "The wicked inclinations of society must be eradicated if we are to advance along the path of the welfare of humanity. The same inspiration can also be found in the religious texts we follow. Everyone has spoken about preserving the good and eradicating the wicked for the betterment of humanity, whether it was revered Jhulelal ji or Lord Shri Krishna, he remarked. Adityanath stated, "Where there is a country, there is a religion too and when there is religion, there is a society in which we all exist." He claimed that terrorism in India is on the decline thanks to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. To avoid a disaster similar to Partition, Adityanath urged people to accept the "nation first" commitment. "We should be prepared to give a befitting reply to anyone who plays with the unity and integrity of the nation." "The Sanatan Dharma of India includes the Sindhi population as a vital component. Even under difficult conditions, the Sindhi community has advanced through their efforts. The Sindhi community has demonstrated how to succeed from nothing, he remarked. Pankaj Advani, the world billiards champion and recipient of the Padma Bhushan award, was presented with the "Sher-e-Sindh" honour during the ceremony. [caption id="attachment_3728" align="alignnone" width="263"] There is no reason India cannot take…

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Post Art 370 J&K equitably empowered: Rana, Pawan

editor October 9, 2023

UDHAMPUR: Senior BJP leaders Pawan Gupta and Devender Singh Rana today described the political developments of August 5, 2019 as the beginning of a new era in Jammu and Kashmir with people of both regions getting equal opportunities in political discourse and ending the hegemony of selected few. They claimed that J&K has been equally empowered politically, socially, and economically post abrogation of Article 370. The two leaders stated the people in this region of the country demanded a change in the stereotypical political management, which had remained the province of the privileged few and benefited the elite political class alone, when speaking to a public gathering at Jhib Thathi in Udhampur this afternoon.Gupta credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visionary leadership for bringing about such a significant transformation, saying the people of Jammu and Kashmir are now boldly looking towards their economic freedom and political empowerment after escaping the confines of hopelessness. According to Gupta, the BJP has been operating in mission mode to satisfy the ambitions of all social groups, regardless of religion, region, or caste. For the BJP, politics is a means of serving the populace and guiding the country to new heights of growth and progress. He continued, "This is what the world has been witnessing with envy as India's stature is growing in every field." He made reference to the people-friendly policies of the current administration, which put people first and are geared towards the welfare and advancement of all social groups. Devender Rana, who spoke at the event, showed confidence in the ability of Jammu and Kashmir to advance and develop under the strong leadership of Narendra Modi, who has emerged as a worldwide figurehead and to whom nations on all continents seek for guidance in addressing issues that affect them. He made reference to the Prime Minister's pioneering role in the war situation in Ukraine and the safe passage of Indians and others by defeating both foes in this context. Back home, he cited important efforts like the women's reservation bill and asserted that they will revolutionise the political empowerment of almost half the population. The lives of the people, according to Rana, have been changed by other ground-breaking programmes like Ayushman Bharat, One Nation-One Ration Card, StartUp, Digital Bharat, Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, Jan Dhan Yojana, Izzat Ghar project, and many more. As part of a special dispensation, he claimed, over 50 crore families nationwide, including the entire population of Jammu and Kashmir, are eligible for the health coverage of Rs 5 lakh apiece. According to him, the Prime Minister's dedication to the general welfare keeps every employee on mission to fulfil his dream of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Pryas, and Sabka Vishwas. The Prime Minister, he claimed, is guiding India towards becoming the Vishwa Guru. He stated that Bharat is now aiming to be one of the top three economic powers in the world over the next few years, adding that this will occur as Modi Hai Tu Mumkin Hai. Bharat just surpassed China to become the fifth economic power in the world. Lal Chand, DDC Chairman, DDC Members Ashu Sharma, Pinky Devi, Puran Chand Sharma, Balwan Singh, BDC Chairman, MC chairman Dr. Jogeshwar Gupta, Councillors Subash Gupta, Anil Arora, and Shashi Pal Sharma were prominent attendees on the occasion. Pardhan Mandal Jib Rehambal, Krishan Dutt Mandal Pardhan Krimchi Mansar, Dinkar Gupta, Mandal Pardhan Udhampur, Sarpanches -Prithpal Singh, Darshana Devi, Pawan Sharma, Shiv Dev Singh, Lalita Devi , Girdhari Padha, Pritam Singh, Prominent people-Pankaj Mahajan, Virender Badyal, Pankaj Kerni, Charanjeet Singh, Vir Chander Sharma, Sandeep Sharma, Dharamveer Singh Jamwal, Dilbahadur Singh, Kuldeep Singh Jamwal and others. [caption id="attachment_3725" align="alignnone" width="300"] Post Art 370 J&K equitably empowered: Rana, Pawan[/caption]

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