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| Engineers urge CM to take up Salal Project issue with PM Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 10: A meeting of All J&K Civil Engineering Graduates Association was held under the chairmanship of its general secretary Sukhdev Singh here today......more Ati
Maha Vishnu Yagna enters seventh day Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 10: Atmosphere all along the Tawi Island and adjoining areas was surcharged with religious fervour as hundreds of Purohits and Pandits jointly chanted hymns........more Artists
camp marks By Lalit Gupta JAMMU, Nov 10: Two University of Jammu and Kashmir are perhaps one of the very few universities of the country where there is no representation of visual arts. With the result the visual arts and their contemporary practice still.......more Police
Public School Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 10: In connection with Children’s Day celebrations, an impressive function was organised at Police-Public School.........more ‘Unclaimed’
object Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 10: Panic gripped one of the coaches of the Pooja Express after a passenger found an ‘unclaimed’ object..........more |
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Srinagar
to have IMPA Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 10: A three-storeyed hostel complex for trainees and visiting faculty of Institute of Management, Public Administration and Rural Development (IMPA) would be constructed at Srinagar at an estimated cost of Rs. 4 crore. ...............more NC
chief dares PDP to break alliance with Cong Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Nov 10: Omar Abdullah, president of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference said Mehbooba Mufti is a hypocrite, who indulges in double speak to confuse the people of Kashmir with her rhetoric which is bereft of any conviction..............more Deputation
of LPEF Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 10: A deputation of All J&K Low Paid Employees Federation led by its president Abdul Majid Khan today called on Chief Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed at his residence...........more Coalition
Govt will Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 10: Maintaining that Jammu and Kashmir has attained new heights of glory at all levels in last two years of governance, Deputy Chief Minister Mangat Ram Sharma today said that balanced development of all the regions itself testifies the achievements made by the present dispensation........more |
Engineers urge CM to take up Salal Project issue with PM Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 10: A meeting of All J&K Civil Engineering Graduates Association was held under the chairmanship of its general secretary Sukhdev Singh here today. In the meeting which was attended by senior engineers from Hydraulic and R & B Wing, the problems being faced by the Graduate Engineers in particular and Engineering community in general were discussed in detail. The Association members welcomed the statement issued by Minister for Power Mohd Sharief Niaz in which he urged the Central Government for handing over the Salal Hydel Project to the State Government. "It is a fact that the NHPC was supposed to hand over this project to the State Government after the implementation of first phase of its execution but till now NHPC has implemented three phases without any agreement either between the State and the Central Government or between the NHPC and the State Government", the meeting said. The participants alleged that "NHPC is acting as East India Company in J&K and the technical know how of the Engineers in J&K State is going waste which has resulted into unemployment and stagnation among the engineers at various levels". They urged the Chief Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed to take up this issue with the Prime Minister of India during his visit to the State. They further urged the Government to take over the maintenance of Salal Hydel Project immediately and due share of employment should be given in other central sponsored on-going projects in the State as this will definitely result in the improvement of economic conditions of people of the State. |
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Ati
Maha Vishnu Yagna enters seventh day Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 10: Atmosphere all along the Tawi Island and adjoining areas was surcharged with religious fervour as hundreds of Purohits and Pandits jointly chanted hymns and recited Mantras to invoke the blessings of God and to strengthen the devotees resolve to overcome even seemingly insuperable odds. On the other hand, devotees, irrespective of caste, creed, colour, religion and age, were doing Parikarma of the Yagyashalla and chanting slogans in praise of Lord Vishnu and Lord Krishana. This was the scene in the Tawi Island, where final phase of the Ati Maha Vishnu Yagna has been going for the last seven days. As the strengthen of the devotees has been increasing with every passing day, organisers were also seen further intensifying their activities to provide every possible facilities to them. Today the Ati Maha Vishnu Yagna entered seven day. Some devotees from foreign countries also participated in the religious functions. They were seen performing Havans also while others were performing Parikaramas of the Yagyashalla. Amidst chanting of hymns and recitation of Vedic Sholaks, Havan has been going in the Yagyashalla. As reported earlier, Pandits and Purohits from Baranas, Kashi, Varindaban and other parts of the country have been performing religious rituals while as thousands of devotees have been participating in the Havan and religious functions daily. Some Purohits were educating devotees about the importance of Yagna. "Like all prayers, the Yagna prayer occupies the most important place in Hindu scriptures, most revered and of paramount importance, a sacred prayer to attain perfect spiritualism as well as to save the universe from deluge and disaster", they said, adding, "Yagna is the epitome mode of prayer and atmospheric purity". On this other hand recitation of Hanuman Chalisa and Akhand Ramayan Path have been going round the clock at Yagna site. Special teams from Banaras, Varindaban and Ayudhya have been performing Akhand Ramayan Path. A special function was organised today to felicitate Mahant of Jammu. 500 Mahants and Purohits were felicitated by Swami Balak Bal Yogeshwar Maharaj. These Purihoits were garlanded by the Balak Bal Yogeshwar and later they were served langer with the organisers. |
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Artists
camp marks JU’s official foray into By Lalit Gupta JAMMU, Nov 10: Two University of Jammu and Kashmir are perhaps one of the very few universities of the country where there is no representation of visual arts. With the result the visual arts and their contemporary practice still awaits its due place in the hallowed circles of higher education in the State. But the ice has been broken down. As the University of Jammu (JU) by organising first ever artists camp has signaled its seriousness in giving long due place to visual arts at its campus. Held due to the personal initiative of Prof Amitabh Mattoo, VC, JU, the artists camp at Patnitop between Oct 21 to Oct 31, 2004, was first of its kind artist camp to be organised by any Indian university. Infact the holding of artists camp is part of JU’s ambitious modernization plan which apart from other projects includes the establishment of Noor-ud-Din Noorani museum and Rin-Chin- Zang-Po gallery within the General Zorawar Singh auditorium complex which is also to house a media center. The works created by the leading invited artists of the country during the camp are going to form the nucleus of the contemporary art collection to be later displayed at Rin-Chin-Zang-Po gallery. The artists who attended the camp are eminent exponents of the contemporary art practice in the country today. These included Jogen Choudhary, Amitava Das, Achuthan Kudlar, S.Pranam Singh, Amrut Patel, Shamshad Hussain and Viren Tanwar, Vijay Saraf and Harsh Vardhan. Arpana Kaur and Prabhakar Kolte who could not attend the camp will be contributing their works for JU museum’s collection. Co-ordinated by Mandri Chatterjee Sharma, the artists camp- which was declared as one of the finest camp attended by artists for its excellent management and hospitality-will certainly augur well for JU's future ventures of similar kind. |
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Police Public School celebrates Children’s Day Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 10: In connection with Children’s Day celebrations, an impressive function was organised at Police-Public School, Miran Sahib, here today. Chairperson of JK Police Public Schools, Mrs Bimla Sharma was chief guest on the occasion. She was accompanied by Mrs Rajan Bakshi. Besides DIG Jammu, Farooq Ahmed, SSP Rajinder Gupta and SSP Border Karnail Singh, students and staff of the school were also present in the function. Paying tributes to Chacha Nehru, the students and staff described first Prime Minister of the country as builder of modern India. Interacting with the students and staff, Mrs Sharma stressed on academic excellence and developing of sympathetic and cordial relation between students and students. The chief guest, alongwith Mrs Bakshi and DIG Jammu, also distributed commendation certificates among the students for various curricular activities. Dheeraj of 9th class, who stood first in an essay competition, was presented a memento. Mrs Sharma also inspected auditorium of the school and inaugurated committee room. |
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‘Unclaimed’ object creates panic in Pooja Express Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 10: Panic gripped one of the coaches of the Pooja Express after a passenger found an ‘unclaimed’ object beneath a seat. Police spokesman said that an old man travelling in coach number four of the Pooja Express found an unclaimed object beneath seat number 15 when the train was approaching Samba Railway Station. He immediately raised alarm and alerted Police Control Room (PCR) Jammu through his mobile. The PCR Jammu immediately flashed the messsage to Samba Police and a police team led by Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Abrar Choudhary immediately swung into action. The train was stopped at Samba Railway Station and all the passengers of the S-4 coach were directed to board down the train. During search of the coach, police found a bag beneath seat number 15 and on opening the same found some couriers. The preliminary investigation revealed that the claimant of the bag had gone to the toilet when the old man noticed the bag and this created panic among the passengers. After 15 minutes of halt at Samba Railway Station, the train was allowed to proceed for further journey. |
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NC chief dares PDP to
break alliance with Cong Excelsior Correspondent SRINAGAR, Nov 10: Omar Abdullah, president of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference said Mehbooba Mufti is a hypocrite, who indulges in double speak to confuse the people of Kashmir with her rhetoric which is bereft of any conviction. Reacting to a statement of Mehbooba Mufti blaming the Union Government for sabotaging the PDP’s healing touch, Omar said its an irony that while her father was trying to bush up the Handwara rape case, she was trying to project herself as a protector of the human rights of the people of the State. Member of Parliament from Srinagar said if the PDP strongly feels that the Union Government is responsible for the atrocities in Kashmir it should break its alliance with the Congress and Mehbooba should not sit in the treasury benches with the Congress in the Lok Sabha. He said the treatment she received at the hands of the people of Handwara on Tuesday clearly illustrates that people no longer trust her and crocodile tears do not fool them anymore. Omar said Kashmir is on the cross roads of history and its responsibility of all political parties to rise above petty political vested interests and all should without indulging in hypocritical politics work for the welfare, honour dignity and respect of the people of Kashmir. The National Conference, Omar said is a party with an ideology conviction based on the emotions and sentiments of the people of Kashmir. He said his party has never played with the destiny of Kashmir for any political ends and shall never do so in future also. He also asserted that his party will never see false dreams to the people of Kashmir and shall always stick to its stated position and keep on struggling for the people of Kashmir and their dignity. |
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Ati Maha Vishnu Yagna enters 6th day Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 9: The number of devotees has been increasing with every passing day as the on-going Ati Maha Vishnu Yagna entered sixth day today. Some devotees from foreign countries also participated in the religious functions today. Amidst chanting of hymns and Vedic Shlokas, Havan has been going in the Yagyashalla. Pandits from Baranas, Kashi and other parts of the country have been performing religious rituals while as thousands of devotees have been participating in the Havan and religious functions. Irrespective of their caste, creed, colour and religion, devotees from all over Jammu region have been thronging the Tawi Island to participate in this religious function. As the organisers have made lodging and boarding arrangements for the devotees, some people from far-flung areas are also participating in the Yagna. On this other recitation of Hanuman Chalisa and Akhand Ramayan Path have been round the clock at Yagna site. Special teams from Banaras, Varindaban and Ayodhya have been performing Akhand Ramayan Path while as a team from Navdeep West Bengal has been performing round the clock Kirtan. Special attraction, this time, is also Raas Leela, being staged by a team from Varindaban. Meanwhile another group of devotees from some foreign countries also joined this religious congregation. Some of them participated in the Parikarama of the Yagna. According to organisers of the Yagna, a special function will be organised on Wednesday to felicitate Mahant of Jammu. 500 Mahants and Purohits will be served langer and will be felicitated during the function. As the strengthen of devotees has been increasing with every passing day, authorities have made elaborate arrangements for the Yagna. Large number of security personnels have been deployed in the Tawi Island for the security of the Yagyashalla while as special nakas have been laid on roads connecting venue of the Yagna. Authorities have also made arrangements for providing medical facilities to the devotees. |
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Deputation of LPEF calls on CM Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 10: A deputation of All J&K Low Paid Employees Federation led by its president Abdul Majid Khan today called on Chief Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed at his residence. Mr Khan put forth the demands of the employees and told the Chief Minister that despite protests and demonstrations no action was taken by the State Government to concede the demands of the employees. He also reminded the Chief Minister of his commitment during his meeting with the deputation of employees in the recent past in Srinagar. The demands which Mr Khan highlighted before the CM included immediate release of DA instalments due from January and July 2004, revision of minimum daily wage to Rs 100, revision of monthly medical allowance to Rs 300, enhancement of retirement age to 60 years, early redressal of long outstanding demands of teachers, clerks, Class IV and employees belong to different categories and cadres. The Chief Minister gave patient hearing to the deputation and assured that DA instalments would be released shortly and to consider the other demands a broad-based meeting of officers and the representatives of the Federation would be held in his presence for a thorough discussion and redressal. |
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Coalition Govt will complete full term: Mangat Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 10: Maintaining that Jammu and Kashmir has attained new heights of glory at all levels in last two years of governance, Deputy Chief Minister Mangat Ram Sharma today said that balanced development of all the regions itself testifies the achievements made by the present dispensation. The Deputy Chief Minister was addressing prominent citizens at a function organised by the Department of Information here this morning in connection with completion of two years of coalition government. Chief Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed was chief guest on the occasion. Minister for Education Harshdev Singh, Minister for Social Welfare Mula Ram, Minister for Youth Services and Sports Haji Nissar Ali, Minister of State for R&B G.A. Mir, Minister of State for PHE Syed Bashir Ahmed, Minister of State for Social Welfare Ghulam Hassan Khan and Minister of State for Animal and Sheep Husbandry Yash Paul Kundal, legislators, officers and prominent citizens were also present. Mr. Sharma said that during the last two years of coalition governance rapid strides were made in education, health, roads and buildings, agriculture, rural development and industrial sector while steady progress was also made in other spheres as well. He said that complete transparency and accountability was ensured to fulfill the aspirations of the people and to address to their long pending grievances. The Deputy Chief Minister also elaborated on the relations among the coalition partners and asserted that the government would complete its full term. ‘There may not be unanimity on all the matters and issues among the partners but all-important decisions are taken after due deliberations, he said, adding that dissent also signifies the strength of democratic functioning of the government. Mr. Sharma also criticised the opposition for their irresponsible approach and temperament. He advised them to play the role of a healthy opposition that must recognize the achievements and at the same time criticize in most vociferous tones the failures and drawbacks. ‘Learn from the role of Congress that acknowledged the achievements made by the previous government and forced them to change their stance on wrong policies’, he maintained. Later, the artists of Information Department and students of DBN Vidya Mandir and Presentation Convent Senior Secondary School presented a mesmerizing cultural extravaganza that left the audience spell bound. The musical transition of cultural artist, Mr. Amarpaul Singh and his team on violin drew accolades from the audience as every change of rhythm forced the gathering to toe-tapping. Ghazals by the renowned singers Sham Sajan and Jeevan Sharma and above all famous Punjabi number ‘Ik charkha gali ich daa leya, duja surma akhan ich paa leya’ by P.K. Tandon too was highly acclaimed. Gatka, a symbolic presentation of valour of Sikh warriors and their display in battlefront by the students of Presentation Convent School reflected the professional standards of the budding artists. On the occasion, the Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister also released special editions of Information publications in Dogri and Hindi titled ‘Lo’ and ‘Yojana’. The Chief Minister also inaugurated a photo exhibition portraying the spectacular achievements on various fronts of the government besides launching the photo gallery on the information website http//Jammu and Kashmir.nic.in |
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Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 10: Rich tributes were paid to Bhagwan Dhanwantri, the presiding deity of Ayurveda at a function organised by Medical Officers (ISM) Welfare Forum here today. Minister for Health and Medical Education, Suman Bhagat was the chief guest and Dr R C Sharma, Minister of State for Revenue and Relief was the guest of honour on the occasion. The function commenced with lighting of ‘Dhanwantri Jyoti’ by the chief guest and MOS revenue. Dr G R Gupta, chairman of Celebrations Committee welcomed the guests. In the academic session papers were read by Dr Taran Singh ( Ayurvedic and Phytomedicinal Plants) , Dr Arun Jandial and Dr Balwant Singh. Earlier, in the general body meeting of medical officers resolutions were unanimously adopted for establishment of separate directorate of ISM in both the provinces of Jammu and Kashmir, reorganisation of ISM department, finalisation of recruitment rules, , betterment of ISM dispensaries in respect of building, staff and supplies, rational transfer policy, appointment of ISM doctors at PHCs , filling up of vacant posts, Conduct of DPC/ PSC of all promotions made and separate registration of integrated. Dr V S Manhas president of the Forum called upon the Medical Officers to follow the principle laid down by ancient Rishis and unite for getting the redressal of their problem. Prominent among others included Dr Sudesh Khanna Dy Director, Dr Abdul Latif Asstt Director Central and Dr Urmil Kohli ADMO ISM Jammu. |
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Enhance efficacy of ISM: Suman to practitioners Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 10: Minister for Health Suman Bhagat today impressed upon the practitioners of Indian system of medicine to enhance the efficacy of this indigenous system by conducting extensive research on its variant disciplines. Addressing medicos and para-medics at a function held here to celebrate Dhanwantri Jayanti, the founder of the indigenous system of medication, the Minister said that the system has inherent qualities of curing even the serious maladies without any side effects. She said that the time has come when the practitioners of this system must pool their resources, expertise and vast experience to popularize it even at international level for mitigating the sufferings of the ailing humanity. She said that the nature has bestowed Jammu and Kashmir with the rarest of the rare medicinal and aromatic plants that are basic ingredients for preparing medicines under the ISM. She said every effort would be made to synergies this system that has answer for the ailments incurable even under other systems. She said already two pharmacies, one each at Kashmir and Jammu have been set up by the government for manufacturing various medicines and preparations under ISM. Responding to the demands of the Indian system of medicine association regarding creation of separate directorate of the ISM for Jammu, Mrs. Bhagat said that in view of the potential of the system, such a provision needs serious consideration. She said that the demand would be examined in detail and at an appropriate level. |
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State Commission for Women
expresses concern Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 10: State Commission for Women has expressed grave concern over the trafficking and exploitation of women and children. The Commission which held a meeting here, today said the recent sex racket exposed by media is totally unfortunate and it speaks volumes about the degrading and deteriorating social image of the society. The meeting further said the victimization of young and innocent girls is a matter of serious concern. The exposure of the scandal only reveals that the victim is being re-victimised while no body points a finger towards those who are responsible for playing with the future of the innocent and young girls. The meeting said the media and the police has repeatedly named the victim whereas they have been totally silent about the names of the persons who are actually exploiters. It demanded that all culprits involved in the episode be brought to book. The meeting said the case has been sensationalized at the cost of victim and her rehabilitation in the society would become a much more difficult task. The meeting urged the police to take the State Commission for women into confidence in such cases. Those who attended the meeting include Prof. Rita Jitinder, member secretary of the Commission, Dr Ved Ghai prominent social activist, secretary Association for Social Health J&K, Mrs Raj Sharma, secretary Apana Ghar, Chairperson Welfare Extension Project, Akhnoor, Mrs Chandra Gupta, secretary State Commission for Women and Prof Sarla Kohli, Principal (retd) Science College, Jammu. |
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Natrang Theatre Festival from today Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 10: The Natrang Theatre Festival-2004 is commencing from tomorrow in which 10 plays and 18 shows will be performed during the 11 days at Natrang Studio, Jammu. The noteworthy feather of this festival is that besides Balwant Thakur, young directors like Mipham Otsal, Arvind Anand, Anil Tickoo and Sanjay Gupta have also been included in the programme. The play,Suno Eh Kahani" written and directed by Balwant Thakur and the "Girgit" based on Chekov’s story is directed by Neeraj Kant will be performed on the opening day. Sharad Josh’s " Andhon ka Hath" directed by Mr Thakur and "Hawalat" written by Sarweshwar Dayal Saxena will be staged on third day. On 15th instant, Shanker Shesh’s "Fandi" directed by Mipham Otsal will staged. The play " Gatt" in Dogri based on Kishen Chander’s short story and directed by Sanjeev Gupta will hit the stage on 5th day. A schedule has been drawn up for performances of the plays during the festival. A number of reputed artistes are taking part in the festival. |
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Bajaj Tempo organises training programme Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 10: A technical service training programme for various technicians handling repair and maintenance of Bajaj Tempo products was organised here today. During this training programme, the technicians were given necessary knowledge about handling different company products like- Tempo Trax, Traveller and Excel models through its training van containing Demo gear boxes, engines and other aggregates designed by world leader in automobiles-Mercedes Benz. The training was imparted by a team of company engineers -Harish Gupta, senior service engineer P K Sukesh from Bajaj Tempo Ltd-Pune. Besides, covering the local market technicians, the service van also covered various departments like J&K State Road Transport Corporation, State Motor Garages Jammu. Their representatives were presented mementos from M/S Republic Motors-Sole Auth Dealers for Bajaj Ltd for J&K. |
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Quiz competition on
transfusion medicine Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 10: A quiz competition on transfusion medicine was organised in Government Medical College Jammu wherein resident doctors, interns and house officers participated. Principal Dr H L Goswami was the chief guest on the occasion and he congratulated the participants and the organisers. Dr Kum Kum Sharma, Prof and Head of Department of Transfusion Medicine GMC/SMGS Hospital Jammu emphasised that active participation of resident doctors in such education activities will ensure blood safety and quality. She appreciated the gesture of Medical Council of India to post doctors during internship for training programme of 15 days in transfusion medicine. In the quiz competition, first position was bagged by Dr Waseem Iqbal and Dr Khalid Aziz, second position by Dr Jyoti Raina and Dr Meenakshi Bhat and third position by Dr Devinder Paul Singh and Dr Vijay Kundal. The programme was coordinated by Dr Vijay Sawhney, Dr Kamaljit Singh, Dr Pardeep Khajuria, Dr Vijay Sawhney, Lecturers and Dr Sushma Mattoo, Demonstrator. The quiz masters for the event were Dr Shashi Sudan and Dr Raman Kapoor. |
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DPS holds function to celebrate Diwali, Eid Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 10: Delhi Public School ,Jammu organised a colourful programme in connection with celebration on Diwali and Eid today. Inspector General Police (IGP) Dr S P Vaid was the chief guest on the occasion. The function started with the lighting of traditional lamp by the chief guest and it was followed by "Mangalacharan". The welcome address was read by Principal of the School, Gurmeet S Arora. Later a colourful and vibrant montage was presented by the tiny tots on Ram Leela. A Naat was also sung rejoicing advent of Eid and its morals of sharing and giving. A Kathak recital by the primary wing students enthralled the audience. The short play of the middle school students was appreciated by every one. In his address Dr Ved said he was impressed that beside taking the care of the academics of the students the School was rooting its wards firmly in Indian culture and traditions. He reminded the children that they were eyes and ears of the Police force, so they must refrain from all vices. The vote of thanks was proposed by S S Sodhi, the Founder Member of DPS. Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, Nov 10: Four Bangla nationals were captured by the Border Security Force men in Nikki Tawi area of International Border when they were trying to cross over to Pakistan. A BSF spokesman said that an alert patrol of border security at left bank of river Nikki Tawi, noticed some movement closer to Indo -Pak border at around 4 am today. It was darkness and the ex-filtrators hid in the bushes on being challenged by BSF men. After firing some warning shots by the BSF men, they surrendered. All the four were captured and taken to nearby security force camp where, after preliminary questioning they were handed over to R S Pura Police. Some Indian currency was recovered from them. The captured foreigners disclosed that they had arrived here in a train a few days back and intended to cross over to Pakistan in search of better job opportunities. Spokesman said that for the last several months a decline has been witnessed in the ex-filtration of Bangladeshis in Jammu sector. |
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