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Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 26: Mr. M. L. Gupta, a retired official, presented to Chief Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed a copy of his book ‘War on Terror’ here today....more Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 26: Twelve persons were injured in separate road accidents while as a youth allegedly consumed poisonous substance..........more J&K
Muslim leaders welcome "ceasefire" along
borders By Gopal Sharma JAMMU, Nov 26: Welcoming the ceasefire between Indian and Pakistani forces along the international border, line of control and AGPL, several Muslim leaders in..............more BJP
opposes release Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 26: Pradesh Bhartiya Janta Party has strongly opposed coalition Government’s decision of ....more Sadhotra
Biradri Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 26: The half yearly congregation of Sadhotra Biradri will be held on November 30 at Datta Dev Talab, Datta Dhera and Dev Sthan Birpur.........more |
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Excelsior Correspondent SAMBA, Nov 26: A meeting of Shiv Sena (Bal Thackrey) was held at Devi Dwara, Samba, under the chairmanship of Romesh Gupta wherein local unit of the party was constituted. Manoj Singh Billoria was unanimously elected as president while Varinder Sharma and Anil Gupta were appointed as general secretary and vice-president, respectively. Jatinder Chohan has been nominated as secretary while Niranjan Choudhary and Tarvinder Singh as cashier.. . ..............more Cease-fire would lead to peace: Intellectuals By Avtar Bhat SRINAGAR, Nov 26: Though the separatist leader Shabir Ahmed Shah has welcomed the Eid cease-fire announcement by the governments of India and Pakistan, the intelligentsia in Kashmir wants both the nations to show sincerity of purpose in restoration of peace in the Sub Continent........more 126
Bangladeshi Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 26: At least 126 Bangladeshi exfiltrators were arrested in two separate batches near the International Border (IB) in Hiranagar and Akhnoor sectors of Kathua and Jammu districts respectively. ........more |
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Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 26: Mr. M. L. Gupta, a retired official, presented to Chief Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed a copy of his book ‘War on Terror’ here today. The book interalia gives a detailed account of Arab- Israel conflict and declaration of American war on terror. Mr. Gupta also has to his credit two more publications. |
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Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 26: Twelve persons were injured in separate road accidents while as a youth allegedly consumed poisonous substance. Police spokesman said that seven persons were injured in collision between a mini-bus bearing registration number JK14-8706 and a tipper number JK14-2240 at Gundian under Ramnagar Police Station. All were rushed to hospital and their condition was stated to be out of danger when reports last came in. In another accident, three persons—Rahul Sharma of Mohalla Paharian, Joginder Singh and Pradeep Singh of Gorkha Nagar received injuries in an accident at Sidhra Bye-Pass. Trio have been hospitalised. Meanwhile, a Selection Grade Constable Satpal, Chaman Lal, son of Hans Raj of Talab Tillo, Sanjay Kumar, son of Kundal Lal of Nowshera and Rahul, son of Jagdish Kumar of Janipora sustained injuries in road accidents at different places. All have been hospitalised. One Ram Kumar of Old Rehari allegedly consumed poisonous substance at his residence. He was rushed to hospital when spotted unconscious by family members. Doctors attending on him immediately provided him stomach was treatment followed by other medicare. His condition was stated to be out of danger when reports last came in. It could not be ascertained as to whether he intentionally consumed poison or swallowed the same mistakenly. |
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Muslim leaders welcome "ceasefire" along
borders By Gopal Sharma JAMMU, Nov 26: Welcoming the ceasefire between Indian and Pakistani forces along the international border, line of control and AGPL, several Muslim leaders in the Jammu and State have said that Pakistan should also restrict the militant organisations operating from its soil. Senior Congress leader and Minister for Power, Mohd Sharief Niaz while welcoming the ceasefire offer from Pak and a positive Indian Government response termed it as an Idd gift for the people of both the neighbouring countries. He said a large number of people living under the constant fear of gun along the border on both sides, are today are most relieved with this decision. "It is a step in the right direction for the restoration of peace in this sub-continent. New era has begin and now Pakistan should take desired measures to control the militant organisations operating from its soil and indulging in bloodshed in Jammu and Kashmir," Mr Niaz said adding that the agreement is required to be honoured by the both the Governments for long. Senior National Conference leader and former Finance Minister, Abdul Rahim Rather described the "ceasefire" as historic decision and a positive development in normalising relations between the two neighbouring countries. If it goes all along and proves successful, it would make a way to resolve many bilateral issues between the two countries. The border people are the worst victims of the border firing and they will be a relieved lot now. Responding to a question Mr Rather said the that Hizbul Mujahideen’s claim to continue militant activities will have no effect on the "ceasefire" agreement. Silencing guns from both sides along the border is an agreement between the two Governments and if the militants wish to continue their own activities, they might be having their own leadership and control. It has nothing to do with this historic decision. But overall, this decision, especially on the occasion of Idd festival has delighted the people living along the borders of both the countries. They are the real victims because they have lost their members, animals and their homes. Thousands are living in camps due to fear of shelling. If peace prevails, they will be able to go back to their homes. Senior Gujjar leader from an extreme border constituency of Uri, Mr Taj Mohi-ud-Din said the people of his constituency are the most relieved persons with this historic decision. " We wish both the countries keep on honouring this agreement so that a permanent peace is restored all along the borders. It is also a happy moment for the people of Kargil, Tangdhar, Poonch, Rajouri, Chhamb and Pallanwalla who often become victims of the cross-firing. The shelling has caused havoc to these border people, their houses have been damaged, dear ones, killed and animals perished. They could not cultivate their fields for long and many are still languishing in camps. He hoped a good sense may prevail upon the Pakistan leadership and they follow the path of peace, harmony, development and friendship. Mr Taj who, is Minister for Food, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs, further said that earlier the ceasefire offer by the Indian Government could not last long and proved as failure. The sincere peace initiative from both the countries will definitely improve relations between the two countries and restore peace in this region. It will also make room for beginning dialogue and resolving many issues between the two neighbourers. Senior CPI (M) leader and Member State Coordination Committee Mohd Yousuf Tarigami has said that it is big step forward in the restoration of peace and tranquillity in this region. It is a positive development and both the Governments seems to be serious is resolving issues. Such a move will definitely lead to initiatiation of dialogue in near future. Mr Tarigami further expressed that people of both the countries were the victims of the continuous firing all along the borders and they will be relieved from the constant fear of firing. The "ceasefire" on this festive occasion of Idd is expected to be fruitful and may lead to some bigger initiatives like internal ceasefire as well. People’s Democratic Party general secretary and former minister Mohd Sharief Tariq from Rajouri termed the ‘ceasefire’ agreement as an Idd gift to the people of this region and also to those living on the either side of the border. The Pak must learn to live in peace and let others to live in peace. The border people are most happy with this move and now if Pakistan is really serious in improving relations with India and settling issues through dialogue, its present leadership should also keep a check on the militants operating from its soil. The militants can not go a long way without the help of Pak and if they are abandoned, the militancy can also be contained. Muslim Federation, general secretary Mr H A Saddiqqi while welcoming this decision has said that things seems to be moving in right direction. This is very positive and healthy development and will help resolving several issues confronting the two nations. This agreement on the festive occasion of Idd, is a happy moment especially for those residing along the borders in both the countries. Hizbul Mujahideen militant organisation if wants to carry on its operations will have no impact on this agreement. If the sincere initiative goes on between the two countries the outfits can be neutralised and if the Pak support ceases, they ultimately will become inactive. |
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BJP opposes release of PSA detainees Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 26: Pradesh Bhartiya Janta Party has strongly opposed coalition Government’s decision of releasing thirteen hard-core criminals and subversives, who were detained under Public Safety Act (PSA). A meeting of the State BJP office bearers was convened, here today under the chairmanship of Dr Nirmal Singh wherein the party described Government decision as dangerous and alarming and appealed all right thinking people to condemn this onslaught. The meet also exhorted people to rise above party lines and thoroughly expose the baneful influence of the deadly combination of Congress, People’s Democratic Party and Panthers Party. According to BJP spokesman Prof Hari Om, the party has no doubt that the coalition partners have crossed all the limits in their desperate bid to gave a dangerous respectability to the gun culture, further the cause of Pakistan inspired Kashmiri separatists and drive the State away from the the country’s mainstream politics. In a counter attack on Sonia Gandhi for her allegation against Central Government that NDA has failed to curb the menace of terrorism, he asked how can she level such a wild allegations against Central Government when her own party in the State is giving unflinching support to pro-militant ministers like Zargar and taking action against dedicated, courageous and nationalist police officers like Farooq Khan. |
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Sadhotra Biradri function on Nov 30 Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 26: The half yearly congregation of Sadhotra Biradri will be held on November 30 at Datta Dev Talab, Datta Dhera and Dev Sthan Birpur. The function will start with a Hawan and Pooja which will be followed by community feast. A Sadhotra Biradri handout issued here today said the Biradri is organizing two functions annually in the name of Shri Data Ranpat Dev Ji who sacrificed his life for upholding the dharma and truth. The Biradri has made to and fro transport arrangements for the devotees participating in the celebrations. |
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Excelsior Correspondent SAMBA, Nov 26: A meeting of Shiv Sena (Bal Thackrey) was held at Devi Dwara, Samba, under the chairmanship of Romesh Gupta wherein local unit of the party was constituted. Manoj Singh Billoria was unanimously elected as president while Varinder Sharma and Anil Gupta were appointed as general secretary and vice-president, respectively. Jatinder Chohan has been nominated as secretary while Niranjan Choudhary and Tarvinder Singh as cashier. Executive members of the unit are Sanjeev Kumar, Ganesh Kumar, Anil Kapoor, Pardeep Singh Sambyal, Upinder Chohan, Bikram Singh, Arjan Kumar, Rajinder Parlhad, Sonu Bhatti, Dr Rajan Choudhary, Ashu Sharma, Manjeet Raizada, Vishan Teji, Sachin Singh and Sunil Bhagat. |
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Cease-fire would lead to peace: Intellectuals By Avtar Bhat SRINAGAR, Nov 26: Though the separatist leader Shabir Ahmed Shah has welcomed the Eid cease-fire announcement by the governments of India and Pakistan, the intelligentsia in Kashmir wants both the nations to show sincerity of purpose in restoration of peace in the Sub Continent. Commenting on the midnight cease-fire decision that has been enforced by the armies of the two countries, Mr Shah termed the decision good and positive step in restoration of peace and ending the hostilities between the two neighboring countries. Talking to Excelsior, today he said the initiative taken by the Pakistani Prime Minister, Zaffarullah Khan Jamali and a positive response shown to it by the Government of India has created a new hope among the people of J&K. He said the people of the state are happy with the decision and if the cease-fire will continue it will turn the decades long enmity of two countries into the friendship. This will also pave way for Indian Prime Minister, Atal Bihari Vajpayee attending the SAARC meeting that will be held in Islamabad in January, he added. Mr Shah showed optimism that with the visit of Mr Vajpayee to Pakistan many problems will get solved automatically as the leaders of two countries will discuss the things with each other across the table. Besides the acrimony between the two nations will end and the thousands of people who had to migrate from their native villages along the border will return to their homes and hearths if the tension between the two nations will de-esclate once for all. Mr Shah expressed the hope that both sides will stick to this decision and work for peaceful resolution of Kashmir problem. Terming the decision a good step Prof. Rehman Rahi, former HoD of Kashmir University expressed the hope that this will lead to shift in the perception and a change for better will take place in the state. Amin Kamli a renowned writer and intellectual said any step which leads to end the acrimony between the two nations is a welcome step. But he cautioned that such a step should not be a mere eyewash and should continue for future also. The decision should bury the hatchet between the two countries and bring the people from both sides close to each other. Otherwise the entire process will be futile one, he added. General secretary, Fankar Cultural Organization, G R Hasrat Gada while hailing the decision said with this announcement the situation will change for better and normalcy will return in this border state. He said the Kashmiri culture will again flourish and state will lead to path of progress and peace. Besides the vested interests will be defeated and the people will get rid of nepotism and corruption which has gripped the state. Bashir Ahmed Mantoo a P G student while hailing the step said, it is a positive decision which will definitely help in restoration of peace in the state and end the hostilities between the two neighboring countries provided the rulers of both nations will show a sincerity of purpose. He said if peace is restored in J&K it will be the beginning of a complete new era as the people of the state are totally fed up with the bloodshed. The decision has also been widely welcomed by the border people in Rajouri and Poonch districts. Faiz Mohammed Nambardar, Hamirpur in Mendhar Tehsil, Mohammed Qureshi of Balakote, Mendhar, Mohammed Ayub Nambardar Panjni Rajouri, Haji Abdul Rashid of Pukhari Nowshera and Jamshed Ahmed while welcoming the decision said it is a matter of tremendous joy for the border people who have been worst sufferers of the hostilities between the two countries. They expressed the hope that the two Governments will stick to the decision and work for the restoration of peace in the Sub Continent. |
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126 Bangladeshi nabbed while trying to exfiltrate into Pak Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 26: At least 126 Bangladeshi exfiltrators were arrested in two separate batches near the International Border (IB) in Hiranagar and Akhnoor sectors of Kathua and Jammu districts respectively. A BSF spokesman said here today that 91 Bangladeshi nationals were apprehended when they were trying to exfiltrate into Pakistan near Londi village in Hiranagar sector of Kathua district last evening. The batch comprised 71 men, 14 women and six children. During interrogation, the Bangladeshis informed the police that an agent had taken them near the border. Another group of 35 Bangladeshi nationals was nabbed by security forces while trying to exfiltrate into Pakistan from the Akhnoor sector of this district. The second batch comprised 14 men, nine women and twelve children, the Spokesman said. |
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