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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…

Govt committed to offer 200 units free electricity: CM Omar Abdullah
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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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Hours after court orders, prayers performed inside cellar of Gyanvapi mosque

VARANASI: In compliance with court instructions, prayers were held inside the Gyanvapi mosque's cellar on Wednesday night, according to Nagendra Pandey, president of the Kashi Vishwanath temple trust. An important milestone in the legal dispute over the mosque next to the Kashi Vishwanath temple occurred earlier on Wednesday when the district court decided that a priest might offer prayers in front of the idols in the Gyanvapi Masjid's crypt. Approximately 10.30 p.m. on Wednesday, according to Pandey, "Vyas ji's cellar was opened after 31 years for prayers." "Yes," he said when asked if prayers were conducted in the basement. "It was necessary to follow the court's orders, so the district administration made all the arrangements with great promptness," Pandey said. Stated District Magistrate S Rajlingam, "I have followed the court's directive." According to some villagers, a 'aarti' involving Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesh was done following the cellar's cleansing. According to district administration officials, the barricades in front of the Nandi monument facing the mosque's "wazukhana" were taken down at approximately 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday after the Kashi-Vishwanath Trust members were contacted. The municipal government was instructed by the court to set up prayers in the cellar within a week. It stated that "proper arrangements" with metal barricades at the complex will be necessary for this. Akhilesh Yadav, the president of the Samajwadi Party, took aim at the Yogi Adityanath government in the state, claiming that the BJP's hurry in obeying court decisions is an attempt to thwart any legal action. "Any court order must be followed while upholding due process. A seven-day period was set by the Varanasi Court for it (making arrangements). Yadav stated on X that "what we are witnessing right now is a deliberate attempt to circumvent due process and thwart any potential legal action." A day after an Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) study on the mosque complex was made public, Judge A K Vishvesha issued his ruling. According to the ASI survey, which the same court ordered in relation to a related case, the mosque was built on the ruins of a Hindu temple during Aurangzeb's reign. The order on Wednesday was granted based on a request by Shailendra Kumar Pathak, who stated that, according to Hindu side lawyer Madan Mohan Yadav, his maternal grandfather, priest Somnath Vyas, gave prayers till December 1993. Pathak added that after the Ayodhya Babri Mosque was destroyed on December 6, 1992, the puja was discontinued during the administration of former chief minister Mulayam Singh Yadav. The Muslim parties refuted the petitioner's account throughout the hearing. It stated that since there were no gods in the cellar, prayers couldn't be said there until 1993. The Varanasi court had already ordered on January 17 that the district magistrate assume responsibility for the cellar. However, at that time, it had not provided guidance regarding the right to pray there. Mumtaz Ahmed, the Muslim side's representative, stated: "Today, the district judge rendered a final decision, granting Hindus the ability to practise their religion. We will now challenge this ruling in the High Court."   [caption id="attachment_10041" align="alignnone" width="300"] Hours after court orders,…

Snowfall at Vaishnodevi shrine, rains in Jammu
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Snowfall at Vaishnodevi shrine, rains in Jammu

Jammu, Feb 1: On Thursday morning, new snow fall in high altitude portions of Jammu province, including the cave shrine of Mata Vaishno Devi situated atop the Trikuta hills in Reasi district. According to officials, the Jammu region's plains were also battered by moderate to light rainfall. There has been recent snowfall in and around Mata Vaishnodevi's Bhawan. This morning, a layer of snow coated the Trikuta highlands area, they reported. They stated that snow fell on Bhairon Ghati and Himkoti in the Trikuta hills as well as on the winding path that leads to the temple. Hundreds of pilgrims left the Katra base camp this morning, undeterred by the snowstorm, as they continued their journey to the temple.In addition to Vaishno Devi, snow fell on the Mughal Road, the mountains of Kishtwar, Doda, Reasi, Ramban, Kathua, Rajouri, and Poonch. Authorities have asked the public to avoid making needless travel plans and have alerted them to the possibility of landslides and stone explosions near highways. Snow also fell in the hills surrounding the Patnitop hill resort. Rain and gentle breezes heralded the end of more than a month of chilly, foggy conditions in the districts of Jammu and Samba. A MeT official stated, "Rains have ended the extreme cold conditions, providing relief to the residents." According to officials, there is a forecast for heavy snowfall and rain in the Kishtwar area, which increases the possibility of landslides and interruptions on mountainous and national highways. [caption id="attachment_10038" align="alignnone" width="300"] Snowfall at Vaishnodevi shrine, rains in Jammu[/caption]  

DGP sanctions Rs 1.06 cr retirement gift

JAMMU: A retirement present of Rs 1.06 crore has been approved by Director General of Police (DGP), RR Swain, for 106 employees who left their jobs either reaching superannuation or choosing to leave voluntarily. Additionally, the DGP has approved a welfare/parting gift of Rs 3.6 lakh for nine SPOs who have reached the age of sixty. A statement stated that four gazetted officers, seventy-two non-gazetted officials, twenty lesser subordinates, and eight followers of various police wings have each been approved to receive retiring gifts of Rs 1 lakh from the Contributory Police Welfare Fund. It stated that nine SPOs who were removed from the SPO records after turning 60 had each been approved for a welfare/partying gift of Rs 40,000. As a lasting thank you for their contributions to the department, police officers are authorised to receive retirement gifts. [caption id="attachment_10035" align="alignnone" width="204"] DGP sanctions Rs 1.06 cr retirement gift[/caption]  

Jammu-Srinagar highway blocked after fresh snowfall

RAMBAN: Due to stone-throwing at the T2 tunnel, the Jammu-Srinagar highway—the only route tying Kashmir to the outside world—has been closed. The Jammu-Srinagar NHW is stopped, according to an official, because of shooting stones at T2, which happened after significant rain along the NHW and snowfall between Ramsoo and Banihal. The officer gave advice to those travelling on NHW to wait for the route to be cleared and to check with the traffic control unit before leaving. The inspector further added that snow buildup has already stopped the Srinagar-Sonamarg road and the Mughal road. [caption id="attachment_10032" align="alignnone" width="300"] Jammu-Srinagar highway blocked after fresh snowfall[/caption]  

NH144A Widening Project: DDC Rajouri inspects South Point of 700-meter tunnel at Nowshera
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NH144A Widening Project: DDC Rajouri inspects South Point of 700-meter tunnel at Nowshera

RAJOURI: Today, Rajouri Om Prakash Bhagat, the District Development Commissioner, paid a visit to the South Point of the 700-meter tunnel that is now under construction at Nowshera as part of the NH144A Package V. The NH144A widening project is a significant step towards the district's growth and, by enhancing connectivity, will give the local economy a much-needed boost. The Rajouri community will gain a lot from the tunnel, including shorter travel times, increased security, and a more effective transit system. During his visit, the DDC also spoke with the people, assuring them that the government is dedicated to ensuring the project is completed quickly, offering the essential benefits to the general public in terms of connectivity, and that the best possible efforts are being taken in this respect.Additionally, he requested that the involved officers continue to maintain interdepartmental collaboration in order to finish the project within the allotted time frame and provide the public with the benefits that are required. The DDC also issued directives to uphold work quality and issued a warning against any negligence in this area. ADC Nowshera, Kartar Singh; AC Defence, Saleem Quershi; Tehsildar Nowshera; and relevant BRO officers accompanied the Deputy Commissioner on his visit.   [caption id="attachment_10023" align="alignnone" width="300"] NH144A Widening Project: DDC Rajouri inspects South Point of 700-meter tunnel at Nowshera[/caption]    

Acting tough against defaulters, JPDCL disconnects power of more than 1700 consumers, realizes huge arrears in 2 days

JAMMU: The Jammu electricity Distribution Corporation Limited (JPDCL) has disconnected 1702 defaulters in a campaign against "illegal" electricity connections and past-due payments, earning a substantial sum of money in just two days, according to officials today. "In the first place, connections of 1702 consumers including influential consumers (Industries, Hotels and Influential persons) were disconnected to sensitise the masses to clear their liabilities on account of electricity bills and develop habits of paying electricity bills in time," it stated. The JPDCL Spokesperson said, "A total of 49,028 inspections."All customers have been advised by JPDCL to pay their outstanding balances right now in order to prevent being disconnected.During the crackdown, which was a component of JPDCL's continuous efforts to stop energy theft and deal with financial irregularities, the inspection procedure was strengthened and included both day and night patrols to look for power theft. Spokesman for JPDCL emphasised that the initiative's goal was to tighten the noose around customers who frequently connect up, violate agreed-upon loads, and bypass metres. The JPDCL reaffirmed in a formal statement its dedication to helping legitimate customers and making sure they are not burdened by the misdeeds of bad people. The electricity distribution company emphasised even further how actions like energy theft must be taken seriously. These actions not only cause blackouts but also damage to transformers, which inconveniences law-abiding customers. JPDCL's two-day operation yielded significant revenue, including pending arrear dues on Tuesday alone. This indicates the gravity of the problem and the company's resolve to rapidly resolve outstanding payments. With 1411 inspections conducted throughout the Jammu Division, the inspection covered a number of circles. In the course of these initiatives, 432 KW of load was added in each of Jammu Province's 10 districts. In the meantime, JPDCL claimed in an official statement that several Sub Divisions of JPDCL initiated a new, enormous disconnection drive against powerful and persistent defaulters with significant arrears after realising that the defaulters were not receiving a consistent supply of power over the winter. Targeted during the initiative were domestic, commercial, and industrial customers with sizable outstanding debt. In order to prevent power disconnections, the JPDCL asked customers to pay their outstanding bills as soon as possible. They also pledged to continue supplying dependable and continuous electricity to those who meet their financial commitments. [caption id="attachment_10020" align="alignnone" width="300"] Acting tough against defaulters, JPDCL disconnects power of more than 1700 consumers, realizes huge arrears in 2 days[/caption]…

Govt announces ex-gratia relief for NOKs of Baramulla, Kishtwar road accident victims
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Govt announces ex-gratia relief for NOKs of Baramulla, Kishtwar road accident victims

JAMMU: Ex-gratia of Rs. 5 lakh apiece was announced by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha for the Next of Kin of those killed in today's terrible traffic accidents in Baramulla and Kishtwar. "Deeply saddened by the tragic accidents in Baramulla & Kishtwar," tweeted the Lieutenant Governor. My condolences go out to the families who have lost loved ones. I'm wishing for the injured people's quick recovery. The relatives of individuals who perished in the disasters would receive an ex-gratia payment of Rs. 5 lakh. One lakh rupees would be provided to the injured. instructed the district administrations to help the families as soon as possible with everything they could." [caption id="attachment_10017" align="alignnone" width="300"] Govt announces ex-gratia relief for NOKs of Baramulla, Kishtwar road accident victims[/caption]