Excelsior Correspondent
UDHAMPUR, July 24: A noted local trader was seriously injured after he was shot at with a pistol by an unidentified youth near SBI in Badiyan area of the city late this evening.
A police spokesman said that the incident took place at around 8.40 pm when the victim, Rocky Gupta ( 35), son of Manohar Lal Gupta, resident of Lambi Gali, Udhampur had gone to have a look on a piece of land, which he intended to purchase. He was sitting at a tea stall near SBI. He also inquired about the plot from a few locals.
Suddenly, an unidentified youth called him outside and fired three bullets on him with a pistol and escaped from the scenes. There was hustle and bustle in the market when the incident took place and the accused escaped with ease.
Rocky raised alarm but the accused had already disappeared. The injured was rushed to District hospital and later referred to GMC Hospital, Jammu. He received three bullet injuries on thighs and lower portion of his leg.
The police rushed to the spot and started search for the accused. Rocky is noted Tobacco trader of the city. Some land issue is said to be the reason behind murderous attack on the city businessman.
City trader shot at, serious
Another intrusion bid foiled
Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, July 24: Army last night thwarted another infiltration attempt along the Line of Control (LoC), second in as many days, in Balakote sector of Poonch district forcing the militants to retreat to Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK) from where they had been launched into this side.
Official sources said the troops observed movement of a group of six to eight militants trying to move toward India side of the LoC from Balakote Forward in Poonch district at 9.30 pm last night. Troops opened firing aiming the direction the militants were taking to intrude into the Indian territory. The firing continued for about 40 minutes.
The militants retreated after finding the troops alert on this side.
Sources didn’t rule out the possibility of the militant group being the same, which had tried to infiltrate on the intervening night of July 22 and 23 from Tarkundi forward area in Balakote sector of Poonch district. Troops had foiled the intrusion bid successfully in Tarkundi also.
Two infiltration attempts have been made in Balakote and Balakote Forward sectors during past two days but finding the Army on high alert on the LoC, the militants had retreated to PoK.
According to sources, the militants were trying to take advantage of adverse weather conditions on the LoC in view of heavy rains to sneak into this side but hadn’t succeeded.
HC closes 7 Stone Crushers
Excelsior Correspondent
Srinagar, July 24: The Jammu and Kashmir High Court today directed seven Stone Crushers and Hot Mix Plants North Kashmir to close down their operations for violating pollution and other norms.
A Division Bench of the High Court comprising Chief Justice, M M Kumar and Justice Hasnain Masoodi today directed suspension of the operations of the Stone Crushers and Hot Mix Plants in Mavar Handwara in the frontier district of Kupwara today.
Those whose operations have been suspended are M/s Rash Builders, M/s Imperial Store Crusher, M/s Bismillah Crusher, M/s GK Stone Crusher, M/s Fair Deal Macadam Plant and Stone Crushers, M/s Sunshine Stone Crusher, M/s Paramount Hot Mix Plant.
“The aforesaid Units have completely violated the Rules governing the citing parameters for setting up the Stone Crushers/Hot Mix Plants. Therefore, the conditional stay orders passed by the learned Single Judge in connected writ petitions cannot be relied upon for the purposes of continuous operation of such units merely because an interim order has been issued. In some cases, there are no interim orders leave alone the conditional stay order. Therefore we find no impediment in vacating the interim orders and directing the aforesaid Units to close down their operations forthwith and stop extraction of any minor mineral like stones etc. from the bed of the Nallah. The Deputy Commissioners of respective Districts are directed to ensure immediate compliance of this order and file report within one week”, reads the court order.
KCIS organizes Inter-House Table Layout Competition
Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, July 24: KCIS organized Inter-House Table Layout Competition for classes XI and XII, here today.
The Competition was organized to inculcate the table setting etiquette and table manners.
Tripthi Chengappa was the chief guest on the occasion.
Dr Ravi Bhushan, Principal, KCIS, appreciated the effort of participants and declared the result.
Topaz House stood first and Ruby House bagged the runners-up position. Sapphire and Emerald House stood at third and fourth position respectively.
NSDC’s ‘Udaan’ candidates from J&K get 100 percent placement
Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, July 24: Tata Motors, India’s first automobile company to join hands with NSDC (National Skill Development Corporation) under the Udaan Scheme, has trained a total of 118 candidates (in two batches), through its ‘Tata Motors Certified Works Manager’ programme.
The second batch of 62 candidates, which graduated the programme, was recently facilitated at convocation ceremonies held at TATA Motors Service Training Centres (STCs) in Pantnagar (Uttarakhand) and Pune (Maharashtra).
These candidates underwent training from January 6 to July 5, 2014.
All the candidates have been offered placement after completion of training and their joining is in progress.
Recruiting fresh graduates from engineering colleges of Jammu & Kashmir, this programme has provided the youth with employment opportunities across its dealerships and Tata Authorized Service Stations (TASS).
The first batch of 56 candidates underwent training from August 23, 2013 to February 22, 2014.
All the candidates were replaced after completion of training during the month of February itself.
TATA Motors has joined hands with Udaan to train 1,300 Jammu and Kashmir youth in the next 5 years. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed with NSDC to explore training and employment opportunities for 3 year Engineering diploma holders and Professional degree holders of Jammu & Kashmir, through a collaborative action oriented agenda. Commenting on the overall progress of Udaan, Dilip Chenoy, Managing Director and CEO, National Skill Development Corporation said, “We are humbled and encouraged by the response and support that we have received from Tata Motors.”
Speaking on this momentous occasion, Sanjeev Garg, Global Head (Customer Care, CVBU), Tata Motors said, “the Udaan program has helped Tata Motors and its dealerships to get trained manpower for their business.”
Expressing his gratitude towards Udaan, Shailendra Gulhati, Director, M/s National Garage, a dealership owner in Jammu & Kashmir said, “I am extremely pleased to share that the effect of recruiting Udaan candidates for my workshops has been a very positive one.”
Udaan aims to provide skills to 40,000 youth from J&K over a period of 5 years and has already received a commitment of 62,183 from 49 corporate across high growth sectors like retail, IT, ITES, manufacturing, telecom, sports, banking, auto, education and electronics.
2 detenues escape, 3 suspended
Excelsior Correspondent
KATHUA, July 24: Two detenues fled from Raj Bagh Police Station late last night after breaking the grill of the lock up with which they were tied by the Munshi of the Police Station after bringing them out of lock up as the duo complained of feeling suffocated inside due to intense heat.
SSP, Kathua Mohan Lal has placed SHO, Jitender Singh, Munshi of the Police Station, Angrez Chand and Santri Garu Ram under suspension. The SSP has also ordered inquiry into the matter and ASP Kathua Yogesh Sharma has been asked to probe and submit the report.
According to reports two detenues Najakat Ali, S/o Khalid Hussian of Anantnag in Kashmir Valley and Neeraj Kumar S/o Titroo Ram of Raj Bagh were arrested by police. Najakat a notorious bovine smuggler was arrested for smuggling of bovine animals while Neeraj was involved in a theft case.
However, late last night they complained that they were feeling suffocated due to intense heat and humidity inside the lock up and be brought out in the open for some time. The Munshi brought them hand cuffed out from lock up in open and tied both of them with the grill of the lock up.
The duo after some time gave a slip to the police, broke the grill and fled.
However police succeeded in arresting Neeraj from Raj Bagh area in the morning today while Najakat is still at large. The Police has launched a manhunt to arrest him.
KC Gurukul conducts English Poetry Recitation Competition
Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, July 24: KC Gurukul Public School Paloura conducted English Poetry Recitation Competition, here today.
The students from classes 1st to 5th participated in the competition and recited very beautiful poems. From class 1st A, Yashita Thakur, Shiny and Saanvi Bhat stood first, second and third respectively.
From class 1st B, Asmi, Raghavans and Wanya stood first, second and third respectively.
From class 2nd A, Chavi, Khushboo and Alaya stood first, second and third respectively.
From class 2nd B, Vasu, Krishna and Divansh stood first, second and third respectively.
From class 2nd C, Shristi, Ziya and Savika stood first, second and third respectively. From class 3rdA, Shshank and Aryan stood first, Urvika second and Aryan Sundrial third respectively.
From class 3rd B, Kanan, Prakriti and Sania and Vinayakstood first, second and third respectively.
From class 4th A, Tanishq, Arya and Vidhistood first, second and third respectively.
From class 4th B, shradha, Raagya and Zaahida stood first, second and third respectively. From class 4th C, Krishna, Reemanshi and Shitijstood first, second and third respectively.
From class 5th A, Saksham, Rydham and Satvikstood first, second and third respectively.
From class 5th B, Saanch, Dhanvi and Suryansh stood first, second and third respectively.
Also, lady-finger drawing and painting was organized for Nursery, LKG and UKG kids where they used lady-fingers to create different drawings. Tree plantation activity was conducted by the students of class 1st in which they planted the saplings of different trees in the school premises. This activity was done to create the awareness among the children to save the environment.
Chairman Arvind Mahajan and Academic Director Vijay Puri appreciated the diligent efforts of the children.
Head Mistress Mamta Singh encouraged the students to participate in these kinds of stimulating activities.
Susham Chib and Sonika were the judges for the competition.
109 Tehsildars posted for new units
Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, July 24: As reported exclusively by the Excelsior today on Government’s formal order to create 659 new administrative units, authorities ordered posting of 109 Tehsildars in newly created tehsils in the State.
An order for posting of 109 Tehsildars on the posts of newly created administrative units (tehsils) was issued by the Government today.
While the Government has placed 53 Naib Tehsildars as Incharge Tehsildars, 56 Naib Tehsildars were asked to look after the work of Tehsildars.
The Government would shortly order postings of SDMs for Sub Divisions, BDOs for blocks and Naib Tehsildars for Niabats in the newly created administrative units. The Patwaris for Patwar Halqas would be posted only when the Halqas were formally notified, official sources said.
Panasonic further empowers Indian Smartphone consumers
Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, July 24: Encouraged by the incredible success of its Smartphones launched this year, Panasonic India, a global leader in innovation and technology, unveiled three new Smartphones T41, P41 and P61, here today. Further strengthening its smartand innovative offerings for the Indian consumers, the new range of smartphones offer a power-packed performance, stunning designs and come pre-loaded with popular Apps.
Considering the way Panasonic has taken an unprecedented leap in the mobile ecosystem in India by offering products, which definitely address the customer’s needs, the launch of these phones is a testimony to the company’s growth.
Expressing his pleasure on the launch, Manish Sharma, Managing Director, Panasonic India said “The mobility landscape in India is rapidly evolving driven by factors such as improving mobility infrastructure and lowering prices of technology. In line with this, the company offers a range of mobility solutions catering to the entire spectrum of its consumers.”
He added that one of the key focus areas for Panasonic India is to build a strong connect with the consumers by bringing alive brand experiences through innovative product line up.
The newly launched smartphones come with App freebies, where T41comes with freebies worth Rs. 9900 and P61 and P41 worth Rs.10, 990.
The phones are available at the best price of Rs 7,990 (T41), Rs14, 990 (P61) and Rs11,990 (P41) in the Indian market.
Bootlegger held
Excelsior Correspondent
DODA, July 24: Police arrested a bootlegger along with 38 pouches of illicit liquor.
A police spokesman said that, a party of Police Post Pul Doda on routine naka duty intercepted a person namely Gori Singh, son of Fateh Singh of Kastigarh.
During checking, police recovered 38 pouches of illicit liquor and arrested the person.
A case under FIR number 136/14 under Section 48-A Excise Act has been registered at police station Doda and investigation started.
Meanwhile, Thathri police during checking of mini-bus bearing registration number JK06-3347 recovered 30 litres of kerosene oil.
A case under FIR number 64/14 under Section 3/7 EC Act has been registered at Police Station Thathri and investigation started.