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| Kushak Bakula’s demise widely mourned Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 4: The demise of Buddhist spiritual leader and former Minister Kushak Bakula has been widely condoled......more Concern
over delay in release of funds by Centre Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 4: Speaker J&K Legislative Assembly Tara Chand, Minister for Revenue Relief and Rehabilitation Hakim Mohd Yasin and Minister for Roads & Buildings (PWD) Madan Lal Sharma discussed......more Reconsider
decision Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 4: Deputy Chief Minister Mangat Ram Sharma today urged the Centre to re-consider its decision of withdrawing Border Security Force (BSF) from anti-militancy operations as the force is well versed with the......more Youth
Congress flays Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 4: Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Youth Congress today expressed its dissatisfaction....more Badge of
Sacrifice Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 4: A function was organised to pay tributes to Major Manmeet Singh, who laid down his life for the.........more |
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Ahuti of Ati Maha Vishnu Yagna today Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 4: The devotees continued to flood in the Tawi Island as on-going Ati Maha Vishnu Yagna, being held here, entered the tenth day today. Approximately about five lakh devotees from state and out-side visited the ‘Mini Maha-Kumb’ and performed Parikaramas.............more Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Nov 4: DIG Udhampur-Doda Range today called on GOC-in-C Northern Command Lt Gen Hari Prasad and apprised him of the prevailing security scenario in Udhampur and Doda districts.............more Sales Tax
Bar Association Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 4: Sales Tax Bar Association in an emergency meeting held here today discussed the situation arising out of all and hollow claims of Sales Tax Authorities at Lakhanpur and condemned dictatorial attitude of the authorities there.............more Traffic
paralyzed on Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA, Nov 4: The vehicular traffic remained paralyzed for few hours on busy Jammu, Pathankote National Highway due to the collision of a Delhi Roadways......more |
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Kushak Bakula’s demise widely mourned Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 4: The demise of Buddhist spiritual leader and former Minister Kushak Bakula has been widely condoled. Condoling the death, Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee described it as a loss of a "noble soul who had wholeheartedly worked for the welfare and progress of his peaple." Terming him as a "highly respected Buddhist Lama", Vajpayee in his condolence message noted that Bakula had contributed immensely to political, social and religious life of his native Ladakh region and in maintaining the age-old traditions of religious harmony and brotherhood in India. Defence Minister George Fernandes said in Bakula’s death the nation had lost a great patriot and the people of leh had lost a man who "did yeoman’s service to them". Among those who expressed their profound grief and shock over the sudden demise of Mr Bakula include Governor of J&K, Lt. Gen (retd) S K Sinha, Chief Minister, Mufti Mohammed Syeed, Deputy Chief Minister Mangat Ram Sharma, former Chief Minister, Dr Farooq Abdullah, National Conference chief Omar Abdullah and chief executive councilors of Leh and Kargil Autonomous Hill Development councils. In his condolence message Lt Gen. (retd) Sinha said "I am deeply shocked to learn about the passing away of Kaushok Bakula. "I had the privilege of meeting him in 1948 and again few months back". He said Mr Bakula was the most respected spiritual and political leader of Ladakh. He said the contributions of Mr Bakula as an envoy to Mongolia and as Parliament Member will always be remembered. His demise is not only a great loss for the state but for the entire nation, he added. He also prayed for the peace of the departed soul. Recalling his close association with Mr Bakula , Chief Minister, Mufti Mohammed Syeed said he has lost a good friend and a colleague. He said that Mr Bakula was always concerned about the development and welfare of the people of Jammu and Kashmir especially Ladakh. He always was on forefront to solve the problems of the people, he added. Recalling his last meeting with Mr Bakula the Chief Minister said that his main emphasis was on expeditious socio-economic transformation of the people of the area. Deputy Chief Minister, Mangat Ram Sharma , while recalling the contribution of Mr Bakula for the development of state in general and Ladakh region in particular said a void has been created with his demise which is difficult to fill. He prayed for the peace of departed soul. Former Chief Minister and senior NC leader, Dr Farooq Abdullah and NC patriarch Omar Abdullah have also expressed their profound grief and sorrow over the demise of Mr Bakula. Paying their tributes to the departed soul the duo described him a great patriot and a statesman who always represented the people of the state and the country with great dignity, self respect and honour. The NC leaders also conveyed their condolences to the bereaved family and said in the death of Mr Bakula the Ladakh and the state have lost a great son. A meeting was also held at PCC Headquarters here under the chairmanship of Mr Praduman Singh Azad, MLC to mourn the demise of Mr Bakula. The meeting among others was attended by Madan Lal Sharma, Minister R&B, president District Committee Jammu Rural, Om Chopra, president DCC Urban Mrs Farida Mir, Shabir Ahmed Khan. They all recalled the services of Mr Bakula while paying tributes to him. The Chief Executive Councilor, LAHDC, Thupstan Chhewan has also expressed his deep grief and shock over the demise of Kaushok Bakula. In his condolence message he said the demise of Mr Bakula was an irreparable loss for the entire nation. The Chief Executive Councilor, LAHDC Kargil, Qamar Ali Akhoon while expressing his shock over the demise of Buddhist spiritual leader recalled his services to the country as a Minister, Member Parliament and diplomat. |
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Concern
over delay in release of funds by Centre Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 4: Speaker J&K Legislative Assembly Tara Chand, Minister for Revenue Relief and Rehabilitation Hakim Mohd Yasin and Minister for Roads & Buildings (PWD) Madan Lal Sharma discussed the process of rehabilitation of the border migrants putting up at various camps here today. Financial Commissioner Home, S D Singh Divisional Commissioner Jammu Lokesh Jha, Revenue Secretary , Deputy commissioner Jammu, Chief Engineer PWD, Mr Kachroo and Chief Engineer —PHE Mr Shamiri were also present besides several other officials. During meeting the Speaker, Tara Chand who represents the border constituency of Chhamb and Mr Madan Lal from Akhnoor constituency, expressed displeasure over the delay being caused by the Central Government in releasing Rs 78 cr relief and rehabilitation package as assured by the Government for the border migrants. The migrants were living in pitiable condition and most of them were also willing to go back to their homes. The houses of a large number of them have been damaged in Pakistani shelling and they are needed to be repaired. Several border people have lost their cattle and most of them residing closer to zero line could not cultivate their fields. They need immediate attention. He disclosed that he had personally met the DyPM L K Advani recently and discussed the issue with him. It is a question of rehabilitating more than 11,000 migrant families at the safer places. The sites have been identified by the concerned officials. Mr Madan Lal expressed that a large number of people were willing to go back to their respective homes but awaiting Government’s response. The need is to support them fully for their rehabilitation. The Divisional Commissioner informed the Revenue Minister that land for construction of temporary shelters has been identified and the execution of work was not possible till funds are released by the Centre. The assessment of damaged structures in firing, compensation component and preliminary study has already done by the concerned Revenue staff. At present border migrants are being provided relief to the tune of Rs 1.30 cr per month and extra burden will be there on the Government with the development of temporary shelters. It was suggested that a team of senior officials will visit the Akhnoor and Khour area and make on the spot assessment regarding sites and execution of work for the first phase. Another team of J&K officials led by Financial Commissioner Home S D Singh will meet the Union Home Secretary regarding rehabilitation of border migrants and discuss the issue with him. Thereafter, a delegation from J&K led by Speaker and accompanied by J&K Revenue Minister Mohd Yasin and R&B Minister Madan Lal Sharma will go to union capital to meet Mr Advani and seek Central assistance for J&K rehabilitation project. |
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Reconsider
decision of withdrawing BSF from Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 4: Deputy Chief Minister Mangat Ram Sharma today urged the Centre to re-consider its decision of withdrawing Border Security Force (BSF) from anti-militancy operations as the force is well versed with the topography of Jammu and Kashmir and has been instrumental in neutralising top militants. Talking to the media-persons after the passing out parade of BSF recruits at Udhampur this morning, Mr. Sharma said that withdrawal of the force at this juncture would be crucial, as the State Government is successfully moving ahead for restoration of peace in the State. He said that the need was to supplement the force to tackle the continued cross border terrorism more effectively. Replying to a question on implementation of Wazir Commission recommendations, Mr. Sharma said that the coalition Government is committed to implement all the promises made to the people in its common minimum programme. He said that the recommendations would be implemented in letter spirit in a phased manner keeping in view the resource position of the State. There is no question of back tracking on the vital issues of constitution of delimitation commission, finance commission and equitable development of all the regions of the State, he asserted. Mr. Sharma said that greater thrust is being given on the development of tourism and horticulture sectors in Jammu division and to explore the possibilities of bringing more areas on the tourist map of the country. The Deputy Chief Minister appreciated the Centre for announcing initiation of dialogue with Pakistan for amicable solution of the Kashmir problem and said that the dispute only is about on that part of Kashmir, which has been forcibly occupied by Pakistan. Mr. Sharma said that the Congress, which is the largest party in the coalition Government, was not against the reopening of Jammu-Sialkot route as it would provide ample opportunities to the people of both sides of Jammu and Kashmir to know about the ground realities and see for themselves the progress registered in Jammu and Kashmir during the last 50 years. He said the frequent visits of the people would help in confidence building and inter-alia go a long way in restoration of complete peace and normalcy in the State. |
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Youth Congress flays Mufti’s policies Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 4: Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Youth Congress today expressed its dissatisfaction and disappointment over the policies of the Mufti Mohammad Sayeed Government. The Youth Congress, in a meeting held here today, expressed deep concern over the ignorance of grass root level Congress workers by the Government and said that all the policies and programmes being pursued by the Mufti Mohammad Sayeed Government take care of PDP leaders and workers. "The steps so far taken by the Government only take care of those points of Common Minimum Programme (CMP) which suit the people close to PDP", Ajay Tony, general secretary of Youth Congress said and added that all the issues which were included in the CMP on the insistence of Congress have been kept in the cold storage by the Mufti Mohammad Sayeed. Dr Gurdeep Singh said that the Government has not initiated any step to provide jobs to unemployed youth of the State in general and Jammu region in particular and added that the employments are being provided to particular section of the people. He said that this would create wedge between different communities and regions. The Youth Congress leaders demanded immediate implementation of Wazir Commission report as well as constitution of fresh Delimitation Commission which form vital part of CMP. They also criticised Government’s new policy regarding benefits to surrender militants and said that this step would give filip to militancy in the State. Others in the meeting included Pawan Manhas, Sanjay Sawhney, Rakesh Pant, Rakesh Bhagat, Ravi Slathia, Anil Khajuria and Narotam Badyal. |
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Badge of Sacrifice presented to father of Major Manmeet Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 4: A function was organised to pay tributes to Major Manmeet Singh, who laid down his life for the motherland during Operation Parakram on December 28, 2001. In recognition of his sacrifice, he was awarded Badge of Sacrifice and Certificate of Honour by the Chief of Army Staff Gen N C Vij. This was presented to the Suchet Singh—father of brave soldier by Brig R S Jamwal, Station Commander, Satwari Cantonment, Jammu. Major Manmeet Singh was born on February 3, 1972 and got commissioned in Corps of Signals on December 11, 1993. The officer led the Despatch Rider Team of Corps of Signal from January 1994 to October 1997. The officer did his Signals Officers Degree Engineering Course from May 1999 to May 2001 and subsequently got posted in Baramullah. He laid down his life during Operation Parakram. |
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Puran Ahuti of Ati Maha
Vishnu Yagna today Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 4: The devotees continued to flood in the Tawi Island as on-going Ati Maha Vishnu Yagna, being held here, entered the tenth day today. Approximately about five lakh devotees from state and out-side visited the ‘Mini Maha-Kumb’ and performed Parikaramas of the Yagyashalla. On the eve of the Puran-ahuti of the Maha Yagna, prominent Sadhus from different parts of the country today arrived City of Temples to participate in this eleven days long religious congregation. Maha-Mandleshwar Ram Parkashji Maharaj of Gaddi Baba Lalji, Maha-Mandleshwar Bhagwan Dassji and Maha-Mandleshwar Dr Romeshwar Dassji Maharaj were among prominent saints who arrived today to participate in Puran-Ahuti. Jai Jai Shree Radhey, Har Har Mahadev, Jai Shree Ram and Sita Sita Ram Bolo-Radhey Radhey Sham Bolo repeatedly rented the air as devotees were seen shouting religious slogans while taking Parikaramas. So heavy was the rush that about 20 feet wide Parikarama was looking tight and devotees were seen finding it difficult to take Parikarama. They were jostling with each other to find a way. As lakhs of people have been doing Parikaramas every day, this track has become dusty but unmindful of the dust devotees, gripped with religious fervour, were seen doing Parikaramas chanting religious slogans and reciting Mantras. The devotion of the devotees can be gauged from the fact that some of them doing Parikaram despite being the fact that there feet developed bruises. Some devotees with Malas in their hands were seen reciting Maha Gyatri Mantra while taking Parikarama. Amidst recitation of Vedic Mantras and chanting of hymns, havans in the Yagyashalla continued for the eighth day today. As reported earlier, 100 Kundas have been constructed in the Yagyashalla to perform havana. Some Kundas are specially designed by the scholars and Purohits from outside the State. Apart from performing Parikaramas, devotees also participated in religious functions including recitation of Ramayana Paath, Shrimadh Bhagwat Path, Kirtan, Gyatri Mantra Jaap and Hanuman Chalisa. Large number of devotees were also seen doing different Paaths. Meanwhile, Raas Leela was special attraction of today’s functions. Artists from Varindaban today staged scenes of friendship between Lord Krishana and his childhood friend Sudama. Through Raas Leela artists depicted how Lord Krishana spread the message of equality and ‘socialism’ even during his childhood. Large number of devotees were today also seen lined up outside Kutia of Balak Yogeshwar Maharaj to have glimpses of the saint who is the main source behind organising this historical Yagna in the City of Temples. Jai Jai Radhey, Har Har Radhey repeatedly rented the air when Yogeshwar Maharaj interacted with devotees and accepted flowers and other offerings. He was seen repeatedly asking the devotees to take benefit of this Yagna. Despite lakhs of devotees thronged in the venue, functioning of Langer was going on smoothly. It was heartening to see how small children were politely serving Langer to the devotees. Despite heavy rush, they were not only serving every body but also manning the affairs with their polite behaviour. But, on the other hand, traffic arrangements remained totally collapsed due to unprecedent rush. Traffic cops were helplessly watching choked road and jams on the roads connecting Yagna venue. Due to mismanagement of the administration movement of devotees on the only temporary bridge was also marred with chaos. Most of the time vehicles of VIPs were seen standing on the ‘only bridge’, creating hurdles for the movement of devotees. However, Ram Rajya Nar Narayan Sewa-Ashram Trust, organising this Yagna has made elaborate arrangements for Puran-Ahuti which will be held tomorrow. |
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Excelsior Correspondent UDHAMPUR, Nov 4: DIG Udhampur-Doda Range today called on GOC-in-C Northern Command Lt Gen Hari Prasad and apprised him of the prevailing security scenario in Udhampur and Doda districts. Lt Gen Hari Prasad was apprised by DIG Satvir Gupta that adequate deployment of police and other para-militaries have been made in the twin districts to thwart any attempt of militants to strike especially after blast in Kishtwar court and attack on marriage party. The GOC-in-C was further apprised that patrolling in remote and vulnerable areas has also been intensified with the cooperation of the army officers deployed in the twin districts. It was brought to the notice of Lt Gen Prasad that police and Army have been continously organising meetings with the public to extract information about the presence of terrorists and their activities. Lt Gen Prasad expressed satisfaction over the security arrangements made by the police and stressed on close liaison between army, para-military forces and public. Later, the DIG had a review meeting in Doda district wherein senior officers of CRPF, Armed Police and Army took part. The meeting was organised to implement certain instructions given by the GOC-in-C to further sensitise the security arrangements in the twin districts. |
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Sales Tax Bar Association warns Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 4: Sales Tax Bar Association in an emergency meeting held here today discussed the situation arising out of all and hollow claims of Sales Tax Authorities at Lakhanpur and condemned dictatorial attitude of the authorities there. The meeting was held under the chairmanship of advocate G V Grover. The Bar full endorsed the Government resolve to check tax evasion and bring the tax evaders and unscrupulous elements to book. Mr Grover pointed out that under the garb of checking vehicles at Lakhanpur, the disrespect being shown by the authorities towards various provisions of General Sales Tax Act 1962 are alarming and point towards dictatorial executive actions which curbs the Authority and Rule of Law. And if this practice is allowed to continue by the Government then it shall gradually lose the credibility amongst masses. He said the legislature that enacted Section 15 -A which deals with the establishment of check posts and inspection of goods in Transit at Lakhanpur and other check posts of the state, while laying down various provisions to check pilferage of tax has also ensured that the powers vested in various authorities are not misused. It is unfortunate that authorities at Lakhanpur are bent upon to destroy the sanctity and the spirit of Law by arbitrarily and illegally detaining and withholding trucks/ buses and other transport at Lakhanpur barrier for days together, asking the transporters to produce the consignees and compelling them to pay huge amount of penalties and securities by force and coercion. The members also expressed displeasure over the delay caused in implementing decisions taken in the meeting with commissioner Sales tax on June 25 this years, regarding Centralised receipt counter, issue of registration within 20 days of application and adherence to self assessment guidelines. |
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Traffic paralyzed on National Highway Excelsior Correspondent KATHUA, Nov 4: The vehicular traffic remained paralyzed for few hours on busy Jammu, Pathankote National Highway due to the collision of a Delhi Roadways bus with a stationary road roller at Barwal, five kilometers from here, late last night. According to reports, a Delhi bound passenger bus collided with a stationary road roller that had skidded on the Highway after developing a mechanical fault late night yesterday. This resulted into the complete traffic jam on the Highway. Some passengers in the bus also received minor injuries and they were given first aid in the Kathua Hospital. Total chaos prevailed on National Highway as hundreds of vehicles got trapped in the Jam. There was a beeline of vehicles on the Highway from Chadwal to Hatlimorh. Due to the traffic jam many office goers could not report to their duty for the day, the reports said. The traffic was resumed on the Highway this afternoon after with the strenuous efforts of the local people who cleared the road by pulling the roller and bus on the side. When contacted the SSP Kathua said that the normal plying of traffic was paralyzed on National Highway due to the collision between road roller and a bus late night yesterday. |
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Involve indigenous militant groups in talks : Tarigami Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 4: Veteran Leftist leader and member Co-ordination Committee Mohd Yusuf Tarigami has stressed the involvement of indigenous militant groups in proposed dialogue to be initiated by Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani. Without naming any militant outfit, Tarigami favoured "unconditional dialogue" with indigenous group of militants in addition to Hurriyat Conference. "In order to restore peace in trouble State, we are of the view that dialogue should be held with the organisations including those who are outside democratic frame. The talks must be unconditional", he told EXCELSIOR today. Though the Communist leader didn’t name Hizbul Mujahideen, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), which heads the coalition Government of which Tarigami is an important constituent, had advocated talks with Hizbul, which mostly comprised the local militants. "Albeit late, the appointment of Deputy Prime Minister, who also holds Home portfolio of the country, is a welcome step. There has been a consistent demand and rightly so that the will of Kashmir people should be taken into account in any negotiations on their future. Their involvement can’t be ignored", Tarigami, the CPM leader and MLA Kulgam said. "Involvement of separatists in the process of dialogue has always been stressed by those who argue for peace in the State", he said but added one failed to understand that what happened to three previous interlocutors on Kashmir—KC Pant, Arun Jaitley and N N Vohra. Even the Parliament is unaware of the fate of three interlocutors, he pointed out. "We don’t object to the appointment of Advani. We have been consistently appealing for sincerity and transparency in the dialogue. However, what is required is that there has to be some seriousness and rhetoric, which is seen, must now stop. Something bigger is at stake and, so those at the help of affairs and trusted with the job, must act with sincerity and seriousness", Tarigami, an important partner in the coalition Government and one of the power centre, observed. Welcoming the Confidence Building Measures (CBMs) initiated by India to improve relations with Pakistan, the Left leader observed: "one hopes that this initiative will generate a climate in sub continent which can finally lead to dialogue between two countries". Kashmir and cross-border terrorism could be the issues among others, he asserted. Response of Pakistan establishment, he observed, was not quite unexpected. "The real problem with Indo-Pak relations is that it has lost bilateralism and got too much entangled with internal politics of two countries. Unfortunately, on both side of divide, the political forces in power are such that thrive on tension and hate campaign against each other. This makes any move for peace between them difficult and thorny". However, Tarigami said, the height bound attitude persists in the power formation of two countries and there are frequent exchange of acrimonious statements. But on the whole, he added, the realisation has gained greater ground on both sides that there is no alternative to living in peace and harmony. "Both the countries have strength and capacity to resolve issues through dialogue", he averred but regretted that, sometimes, it seems as it leadership in the two countries are in a race to appease the bigger nations like the United States. Saying that the CBMs didn’t seem have been initiated under any external pressure, he said the powers, which are expected to pressurise the two countries, are involved in their own agenda in Iraq and Palestine. "Realisation is coming within a larger section of public that issues confronting both the countries must be resolved peacefully. Despite hawkish agenda, they can’t shut their eyes. They can’t go against the people’s wishes", Tarigami noted and said :"small steps can lead to major breakthroughs. So the present initiative will help us to move forward and open up the frozen contacts". |
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Passing out parade at BSF
training centre Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 4: Deputy Chief Minister Mangat Ram Sharma today lauded the exemplary role of Border Security Force (BSF) in safeguarding the territorial integrity of the country and facing the challenge posed by militancy sponsored from across the border. Mr. Sharma was addressing an impressive attestation-cum-passing out parade at Subsidiary Training Centre of BSF at Udhampur this morning. He said that the BFS is one of the largest para-military forces in the world with 160 battalions and has left an indelible mark in the history of the country although it was raised only in 1965. The force has made immense contribution in fighting militancy in the northeastern states of Nagaland, Manipur, Tripura and Punjab and Jammu and Kashmir. Referring to the role of security forces in combating militancy, Mr. Sharma was all praise for them for providing all types of assistance to the people especially those living on the borders. He said the relations between the people and the security forces are very cordial and impressed upon them to win the hearts and minds of the people by their humane approach. Earlier, Mr. Sharma took salute at an impressive march past and inspected the guard of honour. The parade was commanded by constable Muni Kumar, who was declared best in the drill. Mr. Sharma presented medals to the recruits for their outstanding performance. Those who were awarded included Satish Kumar, Vinod Kumar, Pardeep Kumar, Surinder Singh, Sunil Kumar, Naveen Singh, Vijay Singh, Sunil Singh and Muni Kumar. The recruits also took oath for strengthening unity and integrity of the country and safeguarding the sovereignty of the nation. In all, 328 recruits of batch numbers 86 and 87 belonging to various states like Punjab, Jammu and Kashmir, Chandigarh, Karnataka, Rajasthan, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh passed out today. The parade was the culmination of 36 weeks of rigorous basic training to the recruits. Additional Director General BSF, M. S. Malhi said that after passing out parade, the recruits would undergo four weeks advance training in counter insurgency operations. Senior BSF officers, DIG Police, Udhampur-Doda Range, Deputy Commissioner and SSP, Udhampur, parents of the recruits and prominent citizens of Udhampur were also present on the occasion. |
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Mangat disburses Rs 27 lakh incentive to entrepreneurs Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 4: Deputy Chief Minister Mangat Ram Sharma today disbursed incentives to the tune of Rs. 26.72 lakh among 29 entrepreneurs at a function organised at Battal Ballian near Udhampur this afternoon. The incentives disbursed include 30 per cent central interest subsidy, subsidy on DG sets, cent percent subsidy on project reports and interest subsidy on other items. Mr. Sharma also reviewed the pace of progress on the Integrated Infrastructural Development Centre which is fast coming up at a cost of Rs. 6. 58 crore at Battal Ballian. The Centre would be spread over an area of 524 kanals of land with 123 kanals under roads and 17 kanals under green area. By the end of October last over 212 kanals of land has been allotted to 88 entrepreneurs for setting up small scale industrial units. Of these, 7 units have been established while work on setting up of 22 units is at advanced stage. The SICOP has acquired 950 kanals of land for setting up the industrial centre, of which 524 kanals have been developed and 426 kanals earmarked for further expansion. |
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Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 4: A delegation of J&K Accounts Employees Association led by it president J S Charak, met the Director Accounts and Treasuries, at Jammu in which Deputy Director Accounts and Treasuries was also present. The demands projected in the meeting pertained to declaration of AAOs as gazetted, modification of transfer order in genuine cases, promotion of accountants, AAOs and AOs against available vacancies, transfer of AAOs attached with DDAT Jammu, declaration of Quasi Permanent Orders, release of increment in favour of unqualified AAs, declaration of results ACC and SAC Part-1 examinations and transfer policy recently imposed upon subordinates. Association was astonished to listen from the Director, Accounts and Treasuries about his helplessness to concede the demands which were not agreed upon by Finance Minister. Association held that the recent transfer order was designed to suit the whims and fancies of DAT and chain of offices who have been languishing on their posting for more than four years or so. Association urged on the Finance Minister to immediately transfer the Director Accounts and Treasuries and in his place appoint an IAS officer of high repute to restore credibility of the Department. |
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Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 4: Gyatri Parivar Trust, Jammu, organised a Sarv Dharam Sammellan at Laxmi Narayan Temple Gandhi Nagar on the topic "Importance of Dharam in this time and coordination between religion and national politics". Students from various schools of Jammu participated. Prominent among those who spoke on the occasion were Dr Gurmeet Singh from SAWERA NGO, S K Jain, Secretary Bhartiya Yog Sansthan Jammu, Ved Balotra president RWAG etc. All the speakers stressed on serving the society and nation above caste and creed and to respect their respective deities, who gave a message of serving humanity. Thereafter a Maha Yajna and Gyatri Deep Yagna were performed for world peace. by the disciples of Ved Murti Taponishth Sri Ram Sharma, Acharya, founder of Shanti Kunj Haridwar. Prof Rakesh Kumar was the chief guest and Shri Gopi Vallabh Palidhar presided over the Sarv Dharam Sammellan. |
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Varsity Notes By Nishikant Khajuria Three Joint Secretaries for the prestigious University Students Cultural Council have been elected unopposed while a straight contest is ensued for the post of Secretary as today was the last day for withdrawal of nomination forms. Aarti Mehra of PG Sociology, Nidhi Vaid of Computer Sciences and Nazrana of PG Chemistry have been declared elected unopposed for the post of Joint Secretaries as they were the only three candidates in the fray. This was disclosed by Associate Dean Dr Pritam Singh who is officiating as Dean Students Welfare. For the post of Secretary, a straight contest has been ensued between Sonia Bharti of PG Physics and Zulfikar Ahmed of Law Department. Nidhi Vaid of Computer Sciences, who had also filed her nomination for the post of Secretary, withdrew her name from the contest. Now, election for the post of Secretary will be held through secret ballot on November 7. Both the candidates, Sonia and Zulfikar, have been given the list of 30 Department Secretaries who will decide their fate. ***** Jammu University hostels will soon have modern kitchens and dining halls with world class kitchen wares as process for the same is undergoing. A four member university committee, comprising Provosot Prof Keshav Sharma, Prof B P S Sehgal, Joint Registrar and Executive Engineer Works, has completed survey for the modernisation project and tenders for purchase of best kitchen wares, equipments and gadgets at most economic rates are being floated very soon. Approximately Rs 10 lacs are to be spent on the modernisation of hostel kitchens and the whole process is likely to be completed within three or four months. According to Provost Hostels Prof Keshav Sharma, Vice-Chancellor Prof Amitabh Mattoo is very particular to provide best facilities in the University hostels so that the boarders may not feel even a slightest inconvenience. Besides modernisation of the hostel kitchens, bathrooms in Nehru Hostel are also being repaired and given a new look with installation of modern apparatus. It was a long pending demand of boarders of the scholars hostel. Further, parking sheds are being raised near the boys hostels while construction of reading rooms in all five hostels of the University, is also in the pipeline. From security point of view in the light of prevailing situation, extra vigil is being maintained in and around the hostels to check the entry of unwanted elements. All the illegal occupant of rooms in boys hostels, particularly scholars hostel, have been directed to vacate the occupation politely or face action. Further, the Vice-Chancellor Prof Amitabh Mattoo is scheduled to pay a special visit to all the University hostels next week for an overall review of the hostel conditions. Meanwhile, minor repair works, including sanitary, electric, harboric, whitewash and other civil works are also going on with full pace and it seems that hostel authorities are leaving no stone unturned to rejuvenate the University hostels as per the visionary Vice-Chancellor’s wish. ***** Prof A N Sadhu of Economics Department has been given another service extension in Jammu University for a period of two years . A senior Professor and ex Dean Academic Affairs, Prof Sadhu is already on an extension for a period of one year. ***** While as the new academic session is just picking up, Law Department has become without head as the HoD Prof B P S Sehgal has proceeded on a long leave since November 1 without making any alternate arrangement. The unprecedented decision of Prof Sehgal has created a peculiar situation for the University administration to run the department during session without a head. ***** Much awaited International Conference on Yogic Perceptions at Jammu University from November 13 to 15, will have some very valuable and informative sessions for commoners, particularly the middle class. Stress management through Yoga, stress and its solution, Yoga for stress management and Yoga at fifty are some of the topics on which the delegates will present their papers. Besides this some Yoga experts will also perform Yogasanas and exhibit the art of Yoga for a healthy and stress free life, during the three day international conference which will be inaugurated by Governor S K Sinha. Education Minister Harshdev Singh and Minister for Health and Medical Education Choudhary Lal Singh have agreed to be guests of honour in the inaugural session and valedictory function, respectively. |
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