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Paki spies arrested from Jammu NL CORRESPONDENT SRINAGAR, JUNE 07 share videos of the Army camp with their Pakistani With Kashmir topping the list of his ministry, Union handlers through Home Minister Amit Shah WhatsApp. is all set to arrive in Today's arrests were Kashmir next week to take based on information stock of the situation these two provided to the prevailing on various security forces, Times security related fronts and Now has learnt. Now a NL CORRESPONDENT decamped with their to get feedback from the total of six Pakistani spies SRINAGAR, JUNE 07 weapons to join the Jaish- e-Mohammad (JeM) and security agencies on the have been arrested in the preparations put in place At least four terrorists were killed by security last two months. for the smooth conduct of ground zero. were killed, a day after an forces on the same day. Notably, four other Amarnath Yatra Reliable sources told encounter broke out The terrorists have terrorists were killed commencing from July 1. that Shah has decided to between terrorists and been identified as--Ashiq today after an overnight Soon after he was visit Kashmir next week operation by the security security forces in Ahmad of Panjran sworn in as the country's between 10 to 15 June to forces in Pulwama district. Pulwama district in Pulwama, Imran Ahmad of Home Minister, Shah assess the situation Two SPOs who were Jammu and Kashmir. The Arihal Pulwama, Shabir stirred hornet's nest by himself. "He is likely to reported missing since the encounter started on Ahmad of Tujan Pulwama hinting at his ministry's chair the meeting of NL CORRESPONDENT and Kashmir's Udhampur, shooting videos and taking last couple of days were Thursday evening at (deserted SPO) and proposal of going for unified headquarters in SRINAGAR, JUNE 07 Doda and Kathua districts. photographs of the also killed in the Panjran Lasipora area of Salman Khan of Uthmula delimitation of Assembly Srinagar where Governor According to reports, the Ratnuchak military camp. encounter. As per prima the district. Incidentally, Keegam Shopian seats that stands banned S P Malik and heads of all In a major success for the arrest was made following The two arrested spies facie evidence, the missing two Special Police Officers (deserted SPO). till 2022. He chaired a the security agencies are Indian security forces, four inputs from the were identified as Nadim SPOs seemed to have (SPOs), who were The Army stated that series of meetings on expected to participate. Pakistani spies-turned interrogation of two spies Akhter and Mushtaq joined the terrorists' reported missing, are weapons and warlike Kashmir in Delhi to get Shah has also sought the terrorists have reportedly who were arrested last Ahmed and it was revealed ranks. among the terrorists stores, including three AK the fresh feedback of the power point presentation been arrested from Jammu month after being caught that they used to regularly A search P02 killed. The duo had series rifles, P02 situation prevailing on of the P02 BRIEF Why BJP is mulling delimitation route 103 terrorist eliminated till now Soldier injured in in Jammu and Kashmir this year landmine blast to power in Jammu and Kashmir of 254 terrorists were + NL CORRESPONDENT in 2002 as the then-ruling first census taken after the cannot interfere in matters + POONCH (JAMMU), JUNE 07 eliminated last year. SRINAGAR, JUNE 07 National Conference year 2026 have been of delimitation as there Around two weeks ago, government, which had a published, it shall not be was an express An Army man was injured Zakir Musa, an al-Qaeda Buoyed by its wins in all two-thirds majority, necessary to readjust the constitutional bar on such in a landmine blast along terrorist was shot dead by three seats in Jammu and amended the total number of seats in interference. the Line of Control (LoC) the security forces. The Ladakh regions in Jammu Representation of the the Legislative Assembly In the Lok Sabha in Poonch district on hunt is now on for the and Kashmir in the Lok People Act, 1957 and of the state and the elections, the BJP secured Friday, officials said. Hizbul Commander Riyaz + Sabha election, the BJP is Section 47(3) of the division of the state into the lead in 27 of the 37 + The blast took place Naikoo. now reportedly planning to Constitution of Jammu and territorial constituencies assembly segments in the during routine patrolling On the LOC too, the lift the freeze on the Kashmir and put a freeze under this sub-section". Hindu majority Jammu + of the area, when an situation has been volatile + delimitation of assembly on delimitation till 2026. The Jammu-based Jammu region. It also secured the explosive device blew up with 1170 Ceasefire constituencies in the state. The party reasoned the and Kashmir National lead in three of the four in Salotri Forward Area violations (CFVs) by The last delimitation move was in line with the Panthers Party challenged assembly segments of + along the LoC, they said. NL CORRESPONDENT Kashmir this year, defence Pakistan till June 6 this + exercise happened in 1995 freeze on the delimitation the move in court. But both Ladakh region-Leh, Nobra The injured Army man JAMMU TAWI, JUNE 07 sources said on Friday. year. In, 2018, Pakistan when Jammu and Kashmir of constituencies in the the Jammu and Kashmir and Muslim majority was receiving treatment After the Pulwama violated ceasefire 1629 was under president's rule whole of India till the first High Court and Supreme Zanskar. That gave the BJP times. at a hospital, officials Stepping up pressure on attack in February this due to militancy. The census after 2026. Court upheld the decision a lead in 30 constituencies The army too has been said. (AGENCIES) terror groups, security year, security forces have Constitution calls for The amended Section of the NC government. of the 87-member Jammu forces have eliminated as especially targeted the giving a befitting reply to delimitation after every 10 47(3) provided "that until The Supreme Court had, and Kashmir Assembly. many as 103 terrorists till leadership of the terrorist ceasefire violations by Div Com reviews years. This didn't happen the relevant figures for the in a judgement, said courts The BJP's P02 now in Jammu and groups in the valley. A total Pakistan. P02 bunker progress along IB Ammo recovered from Protecting state's interests high Army pays tributes JAMMU TAWI, JUNE 07 cowshed in Doda on our agenda: Farooq Abdullah to martyred soldier Divisional NL CORRESPONDENT territorial integrity, in 1931." NL CORRESPONDENT launched a joint operation Commissioner, Sanjeev SRINAGAR, JUN 07 identity, special status and While instilling NL CORRESPONDENT also joined in to pay Doda (Jammu), June in Chilli-Balla area late Verma, today chaired a the pluralistic visage of the confidence into the party SRINAGAR, JUNE 07 their last respects to meeting with Deputy 07 last night. Jammu and Kashmir state. The party has workers, party president him. Commissioners of border Army and the state police "During the search National Conference always rendered immense said that Art 370, Art 35-A The Army on Friday paid Forty-one-year-old districts to review recovered a cache of operation of Dhoks and President Dr. Farooq sacrifices for the were the articles of faith floral tributes to Beigh, serving with the progress on construction ammunition during a houses, at the first light on Abdullah Friday asserted protection of the interests for the party. "The articles Havildar Manzoor Territorial Army, was of bunkers along search operation in Friday, a cache was that protecting the unity, of our state. However, the are as necessary and Ahmad Beigh, who was shot at and grievously International Border in Bhaleesa area of Doda busted and arms and integrity of state was the situation we are facing pivotal for Jammu and killed by militants in injured by militants at Jammu Division. district of Jammu last ammunition was primary goal of the party today is far more perilous. Ladakh regions as they are Anantnag district while his residence on The meeting was night, officials said today. recovered from the cow besides materialising the Security Forces as have for Kashmir. These he was on leave, officials Thursday. He was attended by Deputy An Army spokesman shed of a house owned by idea of a welfare state as traditional been dead set articles besides said. rushed to a hospital Commissioner, Jammu, from Rashtriya Rifles Abbas Ahmed of Chilli- enshrined in Naya against the special sanctifying the Chinar Corps where he succumbed to Ramesh Kumar, Chief headquarters based at Balla," he said. Kashmir document. constitutional position of constitutional bond Commander Lt Gen K J S injuries. Engineer, PWD (R&B), Bhadarwah said that The spokesman added Party president while the state are contriving between the state and the Dhillon paid homage to The soldier was Nasir Goni, Executive acting on an input about that during search of the addressing scores of there level best to center protect the rich the slain soldier at unarmed and on 12 days Engineers of PWD while the presence of fire arms cow shed 64 live rounds of delegations, individuals obliterate Art 370, Art 35- culture of all the regions of Badamibaghleave from June 4 to Deputy Commissioners and possible movement of AK-47, one round of SLR, who had thronged the A; however our party will the state. Above and Cantonment here, an celebrate Eid with his of Kathua, Samba, suspects, soldiers of RR one Motorola radio set, residence of party vice not allow any such gambit beyond that the articles Army spokesperson family, the spokesperson Rajouri and Poonch along from Gandoh along with Batteries, beside parts of president Omar Abdullah to materialize. The party protect the exclusive right said. He said said. He is survived by with Engineers of PWD sleuths of Police from AK-47 and 12-bore gun said, "The primary goal of will continue to tread the of the people living in all representatives from his wife and three and RDD attended the the party is to protect the path that was taken to by it the regions P02 other security agencies children. (AGENCIES) meeting P02 Police station Gandoh have been P02 Abrogation of Art 370 will become 12 Indians among dead in Dubai bus accident 26 killed in dust storm, reality shortly: Anurag Thakur DUBAI, JUNE 07 metro station here on formalities completed Thursday evening. soon so that mortal lightning in UP said that Article 370 would Twelve Indians were Dubai Police authorities remains can be be scrapped from Jammu among 17 people who were said that there are still repatriated soon," he said. NL CORRESPONDENT and Kashmir it would killed in a horrific road some unidentified bodies The bus, belonging to the NL CORRESPONDENT become a reality shortly. accident in Dubai when a and the number of Indians Omani bus transport LUCKNOW, JUNE 07 Talking to reporters, the bus, mostly with Eid who died in the accident company Mwasalat, Union Minister had a dig vacationers coming from could rise further. carrying 31 passengers, A severe dust storm and at Congress chief Rahul Oman, entered a restricted "With great sadness we crashed into a height lightning in various parts Gandhi and said that lane and rammed into a inform that Indian barrier that cut the left of Uttar Pradesh claimed RAGA had failed on all low-clearance sign, police fatalities in Dubai bus side of the bus and killed at least 26 lives and left 57 fronts including forming and the Indian mission accident have gone up to passengers sitting on that people injured as houses HAMIRPUR, JUNE 07 UPA Government at here said on Friday. 12," Vipul, Indian Consul side, the Gulf News and walls collapsed and center. He said that people Nine persons were also General in Dubai, tweeted. reported. trees were uprooted, Union Minister of State for of India knew his worth seriously injured when the He said that the Dubai Police blamed the prompting authorities to Finance Anurag Thakur on and that was why it voted, driver of the bus coming embassy officials are at Omani driver, who was launch large-scale relief Friday claimed that his such a party and the man from Oman's capital the Rashidiya police moderately injured, for the operations on Friday. people died there in Forty-one people were party was for keeping (Narendra Modi) to power Muscat to Dubai, wrongly station and mortuary to accident, saying "at times Mainpuri district bore separate cases of wall injured in the district and country intact and if BJP that had the capacity to entered a road not extend all assistance to a small mistake or the worst brunt of the collapse and lightning, the uprooted trees blocked president and now Home deliver the goods. designated for buses the families of the victims. negligence can lead to vagaries of nature late on state relief commissioner vehicular movement on Minister Amit Shah had (AGENCIES) towards Al Rashidiya "Our effort now is to get adverse P02 Thursday night as six said. the state P02 + + the northlines 2 CITY Jammu | Saturday| June 08 | 2019

On the occasion the party vice president's house wore a government in the Muslim majority state end, as a From Page 1 festive look. People from across the state, workers and minimum of 44 seats are needed to form the government. in Dubai bus accident other delegations that had thronged the residence of vice To overcome this limitation, the BJP is reportedly planning president festooned the party president and vice to end the freeze on delimitation through State Governor Major terror plot foiled; 4 suspected consequences". president with garlands and extended Eid greetings. Satya Pal Malik. During president's rule, legislative Minister of External Affairs S Jaishankar, now in Bhutan, Paki spies arrested from Jammu Among others party vice president Omar Abdullah, authority is vested in the governor. The last delimitation expressed his condolences to the families of the deceased. general secretary Haji Ali Muhammad Sagar, provincial on the provisional basis was also done by then-governor "Deeply grieved by the unfortunate bus accident in Dubai president Nasir Aslam Wani, senior leader Muhammad Jagmohan Malhotra in 1993 when the state was divided and cordon off operation was launched last night based on that has claimed 12 Indian lives. My sincere condolences to Shafi Uri, Abdul Rahim Rathar, Choudhary Muhammad into 87 assembly constituencies. credible inputs in the Lassipora area. Arms and the families," he tweeted. Ramzan; Zonal presidents, district presidents and other The governor is authorised to amend Section 47 of the ammunition including three AK series assault rifles were The Consul General also released a list of the Indians killed party functionaries were also present on the occasion. Jammu and Kashmir Constitution or scrap the recovered from the slain terrorists. in the accident. objectionable provision that barred the setting up of a The names of the Indians who passed away are: Vikram Until the last week, over 100 militants have been killed in delimitation commission. Section 3 of the Representation Jawahar Thakur, Vimal Kumar Karthikeyan Kesavapilaikar, the Valley with shockingly around 75 of them being local 26 killed in dust storm, of the People Act also empowers the governor to constitute Kiran Johny Johny Vallithottathil Paily, Firoz Khan Aziz Kashmiris. Among those killed, 23 foreigners have also a delimitation commission. If the governor sets up a Pathan, Reshma Feroz Khan Pathan, Jamaludeen been neutralised, including top commanders such as delimitation commission before elections, that would set Arakkaveettil, Vasudev Vishandas, Rajan Puthiyapurayil Zakir Musa, the chief of so-called Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind, lightning in UP in motion the plan of division of the state into more Gopalan, Prabula Madhavan Deepa Kumar, Roshni a group affiliated with Al-Qaeda. territorial constituencies. Moolchandani, Ummer Chonokatavath Mammad Puthen, highways, leading to massive jams for a considerable The BJP is hoping that since Jammu has more area than Nabil Ummer Chonokatavath. Vipul said that officers from the consulate are taking all 103 terrorist eliminated till now in amount of time. Kashmir, it would get more seats under delimitation than necessary steps to ensure repatriation formalities of all Police said most of the injuries occurred when people Kashmir. According to the 2011 census, the total Jammu and Kashmir this year victims are completed as soon as possible. sleeping inside their mud houses were caught unawares population of Jammu region was 53,78,538, of which Dogras are the dominant group, comprising 62.55 per cent "Once death certificates are issued, the bodies will be sent by the thunderstorm, which was accompanied by rain, for embalming and other procedures," he said. On April 24, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the 15 of the population. leading to wall collapse. An official from the Pakistani Consulate in Dubai has Jammu has 25.93 per cent of the area and 42.89 per cent corps had said that 41 terrorists have been eliminated People were also injured when signboards and hoardings confirmed the death of a Pakistani national, Shafeeq. The of the population. Against this, the Kashmir region's after the February 14 Pulwama attack. got snapped at several places, and fell on them, the police official said the deceased had travelled to Oman to renew Noting that the security forces have targeted the Jaish said. population in 2011 was 68,88,475, of which 96.40 per cent his UAE visa, the Khaleej Times reported. leadership, the corps commander had said, "The situation "While six people died in Mainpuri, three each died in Etah was Muslim. Though it has 15.73 per cent of the state's The Indian Consulate had earlier tweeted that four Indians now is that no one is coming forward to take over the and Kasganj, two each in Farrukhabad and Barabanki, and area, the Kashmir region holds 54.93 per cent of the were discharged after first aid and three are receiving leadership of JeM in the Valley. one each in Moradabad, Badaun, Pilibhit, Mathura, population. Ladakh has 58.33 per cent of the area and treatment in Rashid Hospital. Kannauj, Sambhal, Ghaziabad, Amroha, Badaun and accounts for 2.18 per cent of the population. A mere The consulate also issued a helpline number +971- Mahoba in incidents related to dust storm and lightning," 2,74,289 people reside in Ladakh, of which 46.40 per cent 565463903 for any queries related to those travelling on the Home Minister arriving in data released by the state relief commissioner said. are Muslims, 12.11 per cent Hindus and 39.67 per cent are fated bus. An official press note said different parts of the state Buddhist. The Dubai Police too expressed its condolences to the Kashmir next week witnessed dust storms late on Thursday evening, resulting So, while Jammu has more area, Kashmir has a greater families involved in the accident. in wall collapse and uprooting of trees. population. Also, in Jammu, there are at least 10 assembly "The General Directorate of Dubai Police extends its sincere Thirty-one cattle died and 16 houses were also damaged seats in the Chenab valley and Pir Panjal regions, where condolences to the families of the deceased who were security plan framed for the smooth conduct of annual Muslims constitute a majority. More seats to Muslim involved in a bus crash at Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed pilgrimage of Amarnath commencing from July 1," the in the incidents, officials said. Massive power cuts were reported from various parts of majority regions in Jammu may not suit the BJP's plans. Road, which killed 17 passengers," it said. sources said. The party is also raking up the issue of political Transport company Mwasalat issued a statement on Shah's visit is also significant as with 48 hours of the state, including Lucknow, as electricity lines got snapped in the gale. reservation for Gujjars, Bakerwals, Gaddis and Sippis, Twitter announcing the suspension of their daily services assuming the office of the home minister, he took multiple between Muscat and Dubai and vice versa, until further Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directed officials to take all who form 11 per cent of the population and were given steps related to Jammu and Kashmir. notice. necessary measures to provide relief to the affected scheduled tribe status in 1991. Also, CRPF DG gave him a presentation regarding "Mwasalat family expresses its deepest condolences to the people. At present, seven seats are reserved for scheduled castes Amarnath Yatra, which was majorly handled by the CRPF. in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, all in the Jammu families of the deceased and wishes a speedy recovery to The government is gearing up for Amarnath Yatra - a 46- "He (Adityanath) has directed ministers in charge of the the injured," it tweeted. districts concerned to oversee relief operations," Awanish region. These haven't been rotated since 1996. These seats days-long pilgrimage that commences on July 1. are Chamb, Domana, Ranbir Singh Pura, Samba, It is also expected that Shah's trip would be of two days Awasthi, principal secretary, information, said. A financial assistance Rs 4 lakh has been announced by Hiranagar, Chenani and Ramban. Ammo recovered from where he will meet security forces personnel. The delimitation plan is considered to be a brainchild of Shah has, no doubt, emerged as the deputy of Modi in the the chief minister for the family of the deceased. The district magistrates have been asked to monitor the Amit Shah, who after being sworn in as home minister, government and the second most powerful minister. called a meeting on Jammu and Kashmir. As per reports, cowshed in Doda An official in the Union Home Ministry told that Shah will situation, government spokesperson Shrikant Sharma said. the question of delimitation in Jammu and Kashmir came apprise the security top brass in Kashmir about his fresh recovered. Earlier, Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati demanded up for discussion in the meeting. Shah has already had a policy vis-à-vis Kashmir and pass certain direction for A case under section 7/25 of Arms Act has been registered that the state government should come forward with closed-door meeting with Governor Satya Pal Malik. ensuring peace in the region. "The Home Minister will also at Police Station Gandoh and further investigation is on, adequate relief and compensation to the victims. Kashmir-based political parties like the NC and the PDP seek information from the security heads about the status have voiced serious concern and opposition to the said the spokesman. of militancy and infiltration in Kashmir and the measures proposed move of delimitation. NC president Omar taken to deal with it so far," the official said. 2 cop-turned-terrorists among 4 Abdullah said in a tweet that the freeze on delimitation Div Com reviews bunker Pertinently, soon after Shah took over, the MHA issued a killed in Pulwama encounter has been applied to the entire country until 2026, contrary fresh list of top 10 wanted militants with Hizbul to the way "some ill-informed TV channels are trying to progress along IB Mujahideen commander Reyaz Naikoo topping the list. sell it". "It isn't just a Jammu and Kashmir specific freeze,'' Sources said that Shah may seek opinion from the have also been recovered. A search operation is currently he said. "The BJP, which talks about bringing J&K on par through video conference. political parties about his plans of going for the underway. On Thursday the terrorists were trapped in the with other states by removing (Article) 370 & 35A now The Deputy Commissioners apprised the Div Com of the delimitation of Assembly seats. Bhartiya Janata Party area and an overnight operation took place. wants to treat J&K differently from other states in this one progress of works on under construction individual and leadership in New Delhi have been crying hoarse that This comes a day after a Territorial Army jawan was shot respect," Omar declared. community bunkers in their respective districts. Jammu region was facing discrimination as far as dead by some unidentified terrorists at his residence in In another tweet, Omar said, ''When delimitation takes The DC Rajouri informed the Div Com that 222 bunkers Assembly seats were concerned. "Jammu region has 29 Anantnag district. The terrorists barged inside the house place in the rest of the country the BJP is welcome to apply have been completed in Nowshera, 160 in Rajouri while 232 lakh voters and Kashmir 31 while as Valley has more seats of Manzoor Ahmad Beg, son of Abdul Salam Beg and it to J&K until then we in the @JKNC_ will oppose, tooth bunkers are in slap level while 421 are at different levels of execution. than Jammu. Isn't it a big discrimination," a BJP leader opened indiscriminate fire on him, leaving him critically and nail, any attempt to make changes without a mandate DC Poonch informed that 131 bunkers have been completed asked. (KNS) injured. After spraying bullets on Beg, the assailants soon from the people of the state." by PWD and 15 by RDD while 93 bunkers are in slap level fled from the spot. He was immediately rushed to district Reacting to the reports of delimitation, the PDP president, and 199 bunkers are at different stages of completion. Protecting state's interests high on hospital Anantnag where he succumbed. Mehbooba Mufti, said in a tweet that she is "distressed to Meanwhile, DC Samba informed that 862 bunkers have our agenda: Farooq Abdullah Manzoor, who was posted with Army's 34 Rashtriya Rifles hear about GoIs (Government of India's) plan to redraw been completed so far and 66 bunkers are on foundation in Shopian, was on leave to celebrate Eid with his family. assembly constituencies in J&K. Forced delimitation is an level while work on remaining is in different stages of As the news spread, additional forces rushed to the spot obvious attempt to inflict another emotional partition of completion. of the state in jobs, scholarships. The need of the hour and the entire area was cordoned off. A manhunt was also the state on communal lines. Instead of allowing old DC Kathua informed that 795 bunkers have been completed calls for joining our efforts for the protection of the special launched to nab his killers. A joint team of Army and the wounds to heal, GoI is inflicting pain on Kashmiris". in the district while rest of the bunkers are in different status of the state. The way people have reposed their Special Operations Group (SOG) had launched a massive Former chief minister Ghulam Nabi Azad had toyed with stages of execution. faith in the party during the parliament elections shows hunt to nab the assailants. the idea of setting up delimitation commission but could DC Jammu also informed about the number of bunkers that the people of the state deem it able to shoulder the This is not the lone incident of Pakistan-backed terrorists not push forward after his ally, PDP, resisted the move. completed so far besides apprising about the number of mission of protecting the interests of the state. I am sure targeting the army and police personnel posted in Legal experts opine that while governor can pass an bunkers at foundation level, superstructure level and slap with the active support of people the party will put up a Kashmir to take revenge of the encounters being done by ordinance to end the freeze on delimitation, the move level. strong front against those forces are hell bent to destroy the armed forces in the Kashmir Valley these days. needs concurrence of the Parliament within six months, The Div Com sought the details of availability of the identity of the state." but the BJP doesn't have a majority in Rajya Sabha. construction material for these bunkers in all the districts. Party president maintained that the state of J&K belongs Why BJP is mulling delimitation route to The feeling in Kashmir is that the delimitation proposal is He directed the executing agencies to set weekly targets to its people, "The people of the state are the lawful owners communal and aimed at further dis-empowering the and expedite the pace of work for timely completion. of this land. For past five years we didn't see the central power in Jammu and Kashmir majority. He also directed the DCs for effective monitoring of government do any thing towards bringing rapprochement If the BJP succeeds, essentially, 30 per cent minority(non- construction of bunkers besides asking them for initiating and reconciliation in the state. The people friendly Muslims mostly Hindus) in the state will rule over 70 strict action against the poor performing engineers. ally in Jammu and Kashmir, the Peoples Conference programmes and measures initiated by the Omar percent majority Muslims. Such a move would reinforce Meanwhile, the Div Com reviewed the status of Abdullah led government were out rightly put into a chasm (J&KPC) led by Sajad Lone, also polled the second-highest separatism and alienation among the majority in the establishment of solid waste management plants in by the former BJP-PDP government and the BJP led central number of votes in Baramulla Lok Sabha constituency in state. various districts. government. We in our party will continue to impress upon north Kashmir. The J&KPC led in two assembly segments The DCs informed that the locations for these solid waste the central government to engage with the neighbouring of Baramulla. This gives the BJP-J&KPC combine a lead in management plants have been identified in their country. Internally too, centre should initiate talks with all 32 assembly segments in the state. 12 Indians among dead respective districts. the stake holders." But that is where the BJP's prospects of forming a

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Advertisements: 9858183354 ([email protected]) ; RNI No. 69574/98 e-mail (for press releases/content) : [email protected]; [email protected] > Visit us at www.thenorthlines.com, www.northlines.in; e-paper: www.epaper.thenorthlines.com the northlines 3 STATE Jammu | Saturday| June 08| 2019 Shri Amarnathji Yatra-2019 Int'l Conference on Management Education Advisor Kumar chairs meet to discuss inaugurated at SMVDU VC SMVDU felicitates Chairman JK Bank for catalyzing Transformation and Industry Academia Partnership security, other arrangements SMVDU, Dr.Suparn K Sharma, Business, SMVDU informed that the Convener, senior officials of the International Conference sponsored NL CORRESPONDENT that the pilgrims would Bank, eminent delegates from India by the JK Bank has attracted SRINAGAR, JUNE 07 not face any and abroad and faculty members of encouraging contributions from inconvenience during SMVDU. across India and abroad. The Advisor to Governor, K their yatra period in the Paying glorious tributes to the Conference he said reflects the Vijay Kumar today chaired state. founders of Shrine Board and concern of the stakeholders for a high level meeting to Advisor K Vijay Kumar NL CORRESPONDENT SMVDU, the Chairman JK Bank in his deliberating on the future roadmap discuss the security and stressed the need for all KATRA, JUNE 07 presidential address said," The kind for the management education. other related concerned agencies to of infrastructure and contribution Prof D. Mukhopadahyay, Vice arrangements for the Traffic Alok Kumar, IGP arrangements were also maintain effective The two day International that one idea of creation of Shrine Chancellor, SMVDU stressed upon smooth conduct of Shri Kashmir S P Pani, senior discussed in detail during coordination among Conference on "Management board and allied infrastructure has the active role of higher academia in Amarnathji Yatra which is officers of Central Armed the meeting. themselves to ensure Education: The Road Ahead" begins made in the Ecosystem of this place the restructuring the curriculum of scheduled to commence Police Forces and other All the participants also smooth conduct of the at School of Business, Shri Mata is huge by Parvez Ahmed management education for a modern from 1st July 2019. security agencies. provided their valuable forthcoming Yatra. It is Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU), complimented the SMVDU for setting society. Speaking on the occasion, The meeting was attended Divisional Commissioner inputs and suggestions for our collective Katra. Chairman and CEO JK Bank of first incubator for Start Ups in the Prof Raj Kumar V.C. Punjab by DGP Dilbag Singh, Jammu Sanjeev Verma strengthening the security responsibility to put in Parvez Ahmed was the Chief Guest state and requested to popularize University said, "India is a growing Additional Secretary and IGP Jammu M K grid and providing fool sincere efforts to ensure on the occasion. The conference the success stories so that it economy with a high demographic Home (GOI), Gyanesh Sinha attended the proof security cover to security of the pilgrims was attended by Prof. Raj Kumar, percolates in the society. While dividend due to 65% of young Kumar, GOC XI Corps Lt meeting through video yatris during their coming to the state to Vice-Chancellor, Punjab University, assuring full support to the premier population. Our market is one of the Gen J. S. Dhillon, CEO conferencing. forward & return journey. perform Shri Amarnathji Guest of Honor, Prof. (Dr.) D. university for promoting the start up largest in the world. The graduate SASB Umang Narula, Threadbare discussions With regard to other Yatra, he added. Mukhopadahyay, Vice-Chancellor, culture and quality management labour market is full of expectations, Principal Secretary Home were held on all important arrangements for the SMVDU, Dr. Mario B. Curotolo, CEO, education in the J&K state , the Shaleen Kabra, ADGP CID aspects related to the pilgrims to be made by He asked all the senior both from the management MBC Business Management Chairman appreciated the Dr B. Srinivas, ADGP security arrangements for the civil administration, officers to take regular graduates and the employers. Consultants, Switzerland, Prof. introduction of innovative courses Security Munir Ahmad Shri Amarnathji Yatra - Divisional Commissioner review meetings with the Arguably, the world market is said to Gurcharan Singh, Head, SMS, like Data Analytics in the curriculum Khan, Divisional 2019. Further, role and Kashmir gave a detailed field functionaries and witness a paradigm shift in terms of Punjabi University, Patiala Prof. R.K. Commissioner Kashmir responsibilities of all the presentation and assured other staff so that any of Management education in SMVDU. technology in the next 5-10 years and Mishra, Director, IPE, Hyderabad Dr. Baseer Ahmad Khan, IGP security agencies involved that arrangements be put deficiency if reported is Earlier during his welcome address the management graduates must in making security related in place well in time so rectified well in time. Saurabh, Head, School of Business, Dr. Saurabh, Head, School of keep themselves updated."

JMC employees hold Shaheedi Diwas of Guru Arjun JU celebrates World Environment Day protest, highlight demands Dev Ji observed at Domana getting risked due to this menace of pollution at an NL CORRESPONDENT reiterated the demands of Singh RTI & Social alarming rate. Vikas JAMMU TAWI, JUNE 07 the Union like re- activist S. Avtar Singh Sharma Vice-Chairperson, organization of JMC, Khalsa, S. Sharanjit JDA, the Guest of honour, Civic Safai Karamcharis regularization of 33 Singh, S. Harjinder Singh in his presidential remark appreciated the aim of the Union (CSKU), Drivers and contractual drivers who Raina, Jathedar Mohinder Singh, S. Balbir Singh.S. awareness meet and Cleaners Union (DCU), have been serving in JMC further suggested that Sanitary Supervisor's Union for continuous 13 years, Amarjit Singh Member NL CORRESPONDENT the Chief Guest of the SGSD School. T S Wazir JAMMU TAWI, JUNE 07 programme highlighted such awareness program (SSU) of Jammu Municipal regularization of 200 Safai Chairman State the role of individual in the be carried out at school Corporation (JMC) today Karamcharis, Computer Gurudwara Parbandhak Department of control of air pollution. level to inculcate the habit held a protest at Town Hall, Operators and Technical Board, Kavinder Gupta Environmental Sciences, The Vice-Chancellor also of proper management of NL CORRESPONDENT from outside the State Jammu to press the Assistants/Surveyors former deputy Chief University of Jammu in expressed his concern on waste at household level. JAMMU TAWI, JUNE 07 who participated are Bhai Government to highlight working in the Corporation, minister & MLC S. collaboration with increase in Air Pollution Dr. C.M. Seth, Prof. Anil K. Sahjib Bhai Gurnam their burning demands. A filling vacant post of Safai Charanjit Singh Khalsa INTACH-Jammu Chapter, and desired that now the Raina (Env. Sc), Dr. Yash The "Shaheedi Diwas of Singh ji from Delhi, Dadi large number of employees Karamcharis, conducting addressed the devotees JMC, JDA organized time has come for Paul (Sr. Scientist JKPCB) Sri Guru Arjun Dev Ji was Jhatha of Bhai Amrik and threw light on the life awareness meet here concrete action by all the and S. Jorawar Singh participated in the protest, DPC of all cadre observed by the Sikh Singh from Pathankot & teachings of the fifth today as part of World citizens in their individual (JMC) were the resource which was led jointly by employees, scrapping of community here today. participated in the Guru Arjun Dev ji. Various Environment Day 2019 in capacity besides the persons. They spoke on Rinku Gill, CSKU president, outsourcing of wards, NGO The main function was Shaheedi Divas and speakers on the occasion tune with the theme "Beat concerned agencies rather different aspects of air Gulzar Massih, DCU system and appointment of organized by the recited Shabad kirtan. On narrated how on June Air Pollution". The than just discussions pollution. Prof. Raj Kumar president and Shahzadi daily wager Safai Management Committee this occasion Childrens 1606, the Mughal Emperor awareness meet was through seminars and Rampal, HOD, of Gurudwara Sri Guru from SGSD International Gill, SSU president. A large Karamcharis, sanctioning Jahangir ordered that organized in the Seminar workshops. He exhorted Environmental Sciences in Arjun Dev ji, Akhnoor School Domana recited number of clerical of new Municipal Colony Guru Arjun Dev Ji, the Hall of the Department of upon all to protect the his welcome address road, Domana under the Gurbani, Shabad Kirtan employees also for Safai Karamcharis, etc. fifth Sikh Guru be Environment Sciences, environment for the sake suggested that awareness patronage of Sant Tejwant and poems related to the participated in the protest. Gulzar Massih demanded tortured and sentenced to University of Jammu here of future generations. Prof. of supervisors of JMC Singh, Chairman Sant martyrdom of Sri Guru Addressing the protesting sanctioning of leave to daily death after the Guru had this morning. The aim of Dhar said that it becomes against burning of solid Pura Dana Charitable Arjun Dev ji. Prominent employees, Rinku Gill said wager employees and curb refused to stop preaching the awareness meet was the responsibility of every waste can play important Trust. A large number of political and social love, dedication, hard to aware and sensitize the individual to contribute in role in getting rid of this Safai Karamcharis, drivers on hiring vehicles from devotees from all over personalities who work, worship of one God, Supervisors/ sanitary protecting the problem. S. M. Sahini, and cleaners, Sanitary outside. Stating that Safai Jammu attended the attended the function and the commitment to inspectors of JMC, JDA environment and this, he Convenor INTACH, Jammu Supervisors and clerical Karamcharis are not given programme. Besides local included Jugal Kishore M peace and harmony for all and University of Jammu said, can be achieved if Chapter presented the staff are backbone of JMC weekly holiday and put on Ragis like Bhai Sahib P Jammu, Chander Mohan the peoples of the world, against the burning of everyone takes a pledge of formal vote of Thanks. but unfortunately they have duty even on gazetted Bhai Ravinder Singh ji, Gupta Mayor JMC, S. started by Guru Nanak waste which causes Air planting at least one tree Faculty members, Staffs, Bhai Sahib Bhai Parvinder Tarlochan Singh Wazir, been deprived of their holidays and Sundays, he Dev Ji. S. Manjit Singh ji Pollution. Speaking on the sapling. Prof. Dhar further Scholars & Students of Singh & Ragi Jatha of Sukhnandan Choudhary rights despite repeated demanded sanctioning of member SGSD occasion, Prof. Manoj said that pollution is Environmental Sciences Bhai Kulvinder Singh ji Ex Minister, Ajay Sadotra appeals, representations these holidays to Safai International School Dhar, Vice Chancellor, posing serious threat to also participated in the some prominent Ragis Ex Minister, S. Balvinder and reminders. He Karamcharis. managed the Stage. University of Jammu and the human life which is awareness meet.

GAH organizes medical JK bags appreciation Adbi Kunj holds Dr. Banarsi conferred with camp, awareness prog certificate on 'World literary meet 'Eminent Scientist Award'

Food Safety Day' NL CORRESPONDENT JAMMU TAWI, JUNE 07 NEW DELHI, JUNE 07 Dr.Banarsi Lal, Incharge, Commissioner, Food and Drugs Administration, Vinod Senior Scientist-cum- Sharma on the occasion of 1st ever "World Food Safety Head of Krishi Vigyan Day" received the 'Certificate of Achievement' on behalf Kendra (KVK), Reasi of of the State Government from Union Minister, Health Sher-e-Kashmir and Family Welfare, Dr. Harsh Vardhan. University of The Certificate of Achievement was awarded for Agricultural Sciences catching up JK State in Food Safety Index. and Technology of The main function was held at Delhi in which Dr. Harsh Jammu (SKUAST-J) has Vardhan, was Chief Guest and Minister of State, Union been conferred with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Ashwini Kumar 'Eminent Scientist NL CORRESPONDENT avoid junk food and Choubey was Guest of Honour. Union Secretary, Health Award' by the Society for JAMMU TAWI, JUNE 07 unhealthy eating habits. and Family Welfare and Director General, Health and He further added Human Resource & Medical Education was also present on the occasion. Innovation Agra (UP), Government Ayurvedic Ayurveda places special NL CORRESPONDENT communal harmony, India during the 1st Hospital Jammu organized emphasis on Ahara and JAMMU TAWI, JUNE 07 brotherhood and amity. International Virtual students and a Free Medical camp and believes that healthy DSE clarifies school timings in During the meeting, awareness programme for nutrition nourishes the Conference (IVC-2019) on practitioners working On the occasion of 'Eid-ul- various poets recited their the general masses on the mind, body, and soul. Alternative Resources and across the globe. The Fitr,' Adbi Kunj organized a creations in different occasion of Martyrs day of Speaking on the occasion winter Zone of Jmu Div Technology Based prestigious award was literary meet, here today. languages. The poets who Guru Arjan Dev ji at Prof. Dr. Anil Sharma M.D. Agriculture (ARTBA-2019) conferred to Dr.Banarsi function organized at appreciated the role of NL CORRESPONDENT The meet was presided by participated in the meet which was held from 1st for his meritorious Grurdwara Domana. In Director Indian systems of JAMMU TAWI, JUNE 07 its president Sham Talib include Aarash Dalmotra, June to 5th June, 2019. achievements and this camp, more than 445 Medicine and Homeopathy and Santosh Nadan Vice K.R.Salgotra, Rajeev More than 250 delegates exceptional contributions people from nearby J&K . He said that According to a notice issued here today by Directorate President conducted the Kumar, Jaitender Bassan, participated in the virtual in the field of agricultural localities including nutritious diet is essential of School Education, it has been clarified that the proceeding of the meet. Santosh Nadan, Sanjeev conference and presented science. It is worthwhile devotees were benefitted for active mind and school timing in the winter zone of Jammu Division While speaking on the Kumar, S.K. Gupta, Raj their research work via to mention here that by the camp suffering healthy body. shall be observed from 09:00 AM to 03:00 PM, as per occasion, president of Kamal, Bishan Dass Khak, online on different topics. Dr.Banarsi has more than from different ailments. Dr. Anil Sharma M.D, Government order number 682-Edu of 2018 dated: 15- Adbi Kunj Sham Talib and Rakesh Tripat, Ved Uppal, The prime objective of the 495 publications into his The programme was Sudesh Kumar Chairman Aarash Chaman Sagoch, Saparsh conference was to organized under the Sup.Pharmacist, Sukheel 05-2018, till ending September 2019 or till further credit including the full Dalmotra and others greet Sharma and Sham Talib. promote research and outreach programme of Parvez Parmacist, orders in this regard are issued by the administrative length research papers, people and expressed The meet come to end the hospital. Dr. Taran Rajinder Kumar, Sat Pal, department. developmental activities books, book chapters, Singh Medical Shiv Kumar Singh and The DSE has issued this clarification in view of various hope that this auspicious with the vote of thanks by and exchange the popular articles, superintendent Govt. others extended their representations received from students, parents, occasion would bring Aarash Dalmotra scientific knowledge abstracts, technical Ayurvedic Hospital Jammu services for the successful public in general and also endorsed by the concerned peace, happiness and also Chairman Adbi Kunj between researchers, bulletins, success stories, asked the devotees to camp. Deputy Commissioners. strengthen the bond of Jammu. developers, engineers, training manuals etc. the northlines 4 HILL DISTRICT Jammu | Saturday| June 08| 2019 Performance of banks reviewed Amarnath Yatra arrangements reviewed Arrangements for Sudhmahadev Mela discussed the national level in the next quarter. NL CORRESPONDENT available required He asked the concerned UDHAMPUR, JUNE 07 medicines to meet any officers to organise finance eventuality at Chenani, literacy awareness camps Additional Deputy Sudhmahadev and at school and college level Commissioner, Dr. Mantalai round the clock by dovetailing with other Gurvinderjeet Singh during the mela days. departments at block today reviewed the Executive Engineer, PWD NL CORRESPONDENT heen Kissan, financial headquarters so that arrangements for ensuing was asked to erect UDHAMPUR, JUNE 07 inclusion plan for the maximum benefits could 3-day historical separate temporary district, number of reach at ground level. Sudhmahadev Mela at a toilets for males and District Development financial literacy DDC exhorted upon the NL CORRESPONDENT 29 locations have been of SSP to meet out any meeting held under his females at the mela site. Commissioner, Dr. Piyush programmes by the rural Bank officers and Line UDHAMPUR, JUNE 07 identified for lodging of exigency during the yatra chairmanship. This Executive Officer Singla, convened a branches of banks during Departments to fix targets yatris with all necessary period. annual important event Municipality was asked to meeting of District Level the quarter, functioning of according to the need and District Development facilities like drinking DDC stressed upon the will commence from 16th maintain sanitation and Review Committee (DLRC) financial literacy prospective of the area Commissioner, Dr. Piyush water, electricity, toilet langar organisers to use of June 2019 in Tehsil proper cleanliness during and District Consultative counseling center, Pradhan concerned so that no Singla, today convened a and sanitation. DDC eco friendly material like Chenani. the mela. Modalities for Committee (DCC) to Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana, hindrance comes in the meeting of various directed ACD, CEO traditional Duna and Patals The meeting discussed in providing tented review performance of all implementation of way to achieve optimum departments, owners of Municipality, Executive while serving food to the detail the arrangements accommodation at Mela banks in key areas of Pradhan Mantri Awas results on the ground in a private banquet halls and Engineer, PHE, PDD, PWD yatris to save environment to be put in place for the site were also discussed. deposits and advances in Yojana in the district, stipulated time frame. different Unions to review and Tehsildar (T), thus helping reduction in Mela for the pilgrims The ARTO Udhampur the district for quarter Doubling of farmers Earlier, the LDM briefed arrangements for annual Udhampur to ensure fool- plastic pollution in the city. visiting from different would ensure plying of ending March 2018 here income by 2022, Master about various performance Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra proof arrangements Meanwhile, Tehsidars of places of the country. The adequate number of today. circular on KCC scheme, and achievement of here today. Addressing the concerning their the respective jurisdictions ADC called for a buses from Udhampur to Threadbare discussion seeding of Aadhar, setting various banks during the participants, the DDC respective departments. were appointed as Yatra coordinated approach and Sudhmahadev during the was held on various issues up of rural Self financial year 2018-19 in stressed on the need of He asked for construction Officer besides forming a specifically focused on Mela days. including flow of credit to Employment Training various sectors of the adopting proactive and of temporary toilets well in team headed by concerned ensuring the basic To acquaint the people priority sector and weaker Institute Udhampur district. coordinated approach advance wherever needed. Tehsildar to check rates facilities like drinking with state and centrally sections of society, besides other related. Among others GM DIC, towards ensuring He directed the Tourism and quality of food items at water, uninterrupted sponsored schemes, issuance of KCCs, Bank DDC expressed concern Suram Chand Sharma, adequate arrangements department to install Sign Dhabas, Shops, hotels and power supply, medicare, various departments and sector wise over poor performance in ACD, Neelam Khajuria, for smooth and successful boards at Phalata and restaurants enroute Tikri sanitation, security, were asked to set up achievements in lending to housing loan and Deputy Director conduct of Shri Amarnath Gole Mela and display to Patnitop. transport, their stalls during mela priority and non priority education loan cases. He Employment and Ji Yatra. He exhorted upon tourist sites of Udhampur It was decided in the accommodation, essential days. sector under Annual asked the bankers to Counseling, Subash Dogra, all the concerned officers District at conspicuous meeting that a control commodities and parking Tehsildar, Chenani, who Credit Plan 2018-19, Bank reconcile the dates in AGM RBI, AGM NABARD, to make all efforts for places. Besides, the langar room would be set up at according to the is the Mela Officer would wise position of deposits BLBC level and reach out and other district officers providing best facilities to organisers were asked to the headquarter which requirements. supervise all and advances in the to the target groups. of various line the pilgrims thronging the install CCTV cameras and would function round the The ADC asked the Chief arrangements. district as on 31-03-2019, The DDC instructed all the departments besides state in lakhs on numbers Civil Defence was directed clock to extend assistance Medical Officer to depute All District officers finance to joint liability bankers to further improve bankers were present in during this historic Yatra. to keep adequate to Shri Amarnath Ji a team of doctors with were present in the farming groups of Bhoomi the CD ratio at par with the meeting. It was informed that about volunteers at the disposal pilgrims. ambulance and making meeting. AHD organizes DDC holds public outreach prog Bhaderwah Campus JU organizes seminar

payment of land which is under faculty of Bhaderwah awareness camp occupation of army, 24 hour open pass Campus, non-teaching for locals in their fields which is under staff, officers and NL CORRESPONDENT infertility and other health army for school going children and for members of civil society. Five schools from KISHTWAR, JUNE 07 related problems. cattle feeding, seed centre for Chinta, Bhaderwah and Doda Under 2nd round of FMD- toilet and electricity facility for Jai participated in the Animal Husbandry CP, blood samples for valley, X ray service and laboratory for PHC Chinta, Milk collection centre for seminar. Neha Parihar Department today sero- surveillance were from Green Model Higher organised awareness cum also collected from the Chinta under GPDP, removal of wine NL CORRESPONDENT sustainable practices to Secondary School, Doda blood sampling and animals present in the shop from Ghati morh, water treatment plant for Chinta, solid liquid waste BHADERWAH, JUNE 07 maintain the pristine and bagged the first position fertility camp under camp besides healthy management mechanism for the area longevity of planet earth. while Sakshi Thakur of Special Central Assistance animals were vaccinated besides other grievances. As a part of World Dr. Rajeshwar Singh Blue Ribbon Higher (SCA) to SCSP-CSS & on the spot free of cost. The DDC directed the ADC Bhaderwah Environment Day Jasrotia (Retired IFS Secondary School, FMD-CP IInd Phase at The camp was conducted to constitute a committee to look into celebrations - 2019, Officer), the Guest of Bhaderwah and Muneeb- village Neeju, Block under the supervision of the issue of pending payment cases of Institute of Mountain Honour on the occasion, ul-Islam Parray of Govt. Drabshalla. Chief Animal Husbandry land acquisition and rent which is under Environment organized a in his address highlighted Higher Secondary School NL CORRESPONDENT During the camp, more Officer, Dr. Daljeet Singh occupation of army. seminar on the theme 'Air the issues and challenges (Boys), Bhaderwah were DODA, JUNE 07 than 140 animal breeders Bindra. He educated the The DDC asked the CDPO Bhaderwah to pollution in the context of being faced by the adjudged first and second including a large number participants about Foot pay regular visit to Anaganwadi centres mountains". Dr. Neeraj mountains especially the runner up, respectively. District Development Commissioner, Dr of women participated in and Mouth disease to monitor functioning of these vital Sharma Incharge IME, deteriorating air quality. Prof. Anil K Raina and Dr. Sagar D Doifode, today held public the camp. besides benefits of government units. formally welcomed the He apprised the gathering Neeraj Sharma later outreach programme at Chinta in He directed the department of Animal guests and presented the about the sources, demonstrated the working The livestock of the area vaccination against Bhaderwah and took stock of grievances Husbandry to work out mechanism for theme of the event. Prof. possible implications and of Air sampler for the especially from SC several animal diseases. of the public besides reviewing status of creation of a milk collection centre at Anil Raina, Rector the preventable strategies analysis of PM 10 & PM community were treated The locals were informed development works. Chinta besides directing the CAPD Bhaderwah Campus in his to minimize the risks of 2.5 and gaseous for infertility and given about the availability of The issues raised by the people during department to prepare a proposal for presentation deliberated this fast expanding pollutants in Air free of cost medicines, frozen semen technology the camp included macdamisation of Jai establishment of a separate ration depot upon the current scenario environmental menace. Monitoring Laboratory of mineral mixtures, calcium (Frozen Semen Straws of Bhaderwah road, acute shortage of for Trabi area as per population. of air pollution in local He urged upon the youth Institute of Mountain water supply in Chinta and its adjoining supplements, de-wormers High Pedigree Murrah ADC Bhaderwah Dr R k Bharti, BDO and global context by to reduce their carbon Environment. Chhering areas, dilapidated road connectivity, in addition to vaccination Bulls) in the nearby Bhaderwah Phulail Singh, BMO highlighting few of the footprints and adopt the Tandup, Assistant shortage of staff in health and revenue and general treatment. Veterinary Centers for Bhaderwah, CDPO Bhaderwah besides significant case studies. sustainable practices of Professor, Faculty of Earth departments, non functioning of About 70 animals were Artificial Insemination of officials of other concerned departments He impressed upon the living. The others among Sciences presented the Anganwadi centres under ICDS, rent treated on the spot for the buffaloes. were also present on the occasion. youths to follow the the audience included the formal vote of thanks. J&K people never allow GRP hands Lecture on women Army organizes amity meeting hate politics: Jan over missing empowerment schemes organized and casteism. "People from bag to owner regions and sub-regions NL CORRESPONDENT NL CORRESPONDENT will foil attempts of such RAJOURI, JUNE 07 KATRA, JUNE 07 parties." said Jan. He further said that A series of lectures on "Women GRP Katra handed over a bag Empowerment Schemes" were conducted previous PDP-BJP coalition undertaken by the Army in containing Rs 20410 in cash, by Army at Government Degree College, NL CORRESPONDENT order to assist the locals in government pushed state currency notes worth $ 50 Mendhar, Government Higher Secondary DODA, JUNE 07 improving their quality of life. into a level of mis- (Australian dollar) and other School, Dodaj and Youth Centre, Palma in Speaking on the occasion, governance. He said that valuable items to the owner, Poonch and Rajouri districts. The lecture To promote everlasting peace Fazal Alam Wani, Ex both the parties will be who had lost the same in the and prosperity in the region, Sarpanch, Gosti thanked all shown exit door by people train Shree Shakti Express, 'Communal Harmony Meeting' attendees for their in ensuing assembly polls. coach number A-5. A complaint was organised by Army at participation in the event. He Jan also assured the local was lodged by the owner, Gosti, Doda District. The also thanked the Army for interaction was aimed at organising the event and masses that he will take up namely Major Tarun V Pillai C/o spreading awareness amongst stated that such constructive their problems with JAG, Branch Hqrs. Northern concerned government the local population about efforts by the Army will go a Command C/O 56 APO peace and harmony in the long way in promoting authorities for redressal. (Udhampur) at Police Station Earlier, locals from area of region, role of Army in Nation brotherhood and communal GRP Katra that he was building and activities being harmony in the region. Saujiyan and Mandi travelling in the said train and highlighted issues of local while deboarding at Udhampur importance as well as Station, he left his bag shortage of basic amenities NL CORRESPONDENT addressing during a public containing valuable items in the 160 kanal, 10 Marla state land retrieved POONCH, JUNE 07 meet held at Saujiyan belt before Provincal president train. On this a strenuous effort close to Line of Control in youth Ajaz Jan. Those who has been made by GRP Katra NL CORRESPONDENT Former legislator and Poonch Mandi. Addressing accompanied during the and the said bag was recovered RAJOURI, JUNE 07 provincial president of the meeting, Jan said that tour Haji Bagh Hussain in coach number 5 of Shree Rathoor, Abdul Ahad Bhatt, emphasised on various Women A team of officers today retrieved 160 kanal and 10 marla of youth national conference, National Conference Shakti Express. After Empowerment Schemes being run by Ishaq Khan, Ch Saleem encroached state land in various villages of Siot and Ajaz Jan said that people of represents aspirations of verification and completing all the Government such as Integrated Khari, Ismail Bhatt, Imtaz Berripattan tehsils during an anti encroachment drive Jammu and Kashmir will people from all regions of the legal formalities, the SHO Social Security Scheme, Mahila Samridhi Banday, Abdul Jabar never allow hate politics in state. He said that some handed over the bag to the Yojana, Loan for Women from minority conducted here today. The team, which comprised Tehsildar state and will give befitting political parties are hell Tantary, Gulam Ahmed owner under the supervision of communities, Merit Based Scholarships, Siot Dhruv Gupta, Police personnel and officers of Revenue reply to all those trying to bent to create ridge Lone, Naseer Khan, Ch SDPO Railways Katra and SSP Schemes for Empowering Skilled Young Department, carried out an intensive anti-encroachment drive play politics on the name of between masses on Aslam khatana, Ghulam Railways Katra, Ranjit Singh Women, Laadli Beti Scheme and State at various villages including Dhar and Kangri in Tehsil religion and region. He was regionalism, religionalism Mamda and others. (KNS) Sambyal. Marriage Assistance Schemes etc. Berripattan and Siot and Channi in Tehsil Siot. thethe northlinesnorthlines 5 STATE Jammu | Saturday| June 08| 2019 AUM demands separate ADKUF urges Govt to settle MLC donates ambulance Directorate of ISM for Jammu demands of displaced Pandits to PHC Sakti

NL CORRESPONDENT Rajouri and Poonch are Citing examples, they said JAMMU TAWI, JUNE 07 consumed by posting in 1987 when ISM NL CORRESPONDENT permanently. It also termed Summer season, it added. Unani doctors against the department was separated JAMMU TAWI, JUNE 07 reservation of jobs to KPs It expressed concern over Ayurved Utthan Mandal posts of Ayurvedic Medical from Health Department, a living near LoC prior to stoppage of ration against (AUM) has demanded Officers in Government Unani doctor was made All Displaced Kashmiri migration is nothing less APL cards to migrants and separate Directorate of Ayurvedic Dispensaries. Director superseding the United Forum (ADKUF) in a than a joke. It said the PMs demanded that it should be Indian System of Medicine Never the less 7 Unani Ayurvedic doctor. "Under a meeting here, today employment package restored at par with Valley. (ISM) for Jammu. doctors are posted in well designed strategy, the discussed the burning parroted for a decade has Forum appealed The demand was Jammu district whereas nomenclature of posts as problems of displaced still not been implemented Government that all discussed during a there is only one post of well as dispensary is Kashmiri Pandits and urged fully. displaced families living in meeting of the AUM held MO Unani. On the contrary being changed from the Government to settle Encroachment of Pandits rented accommodation here today under the only a few Ayurvedic Ayurvedic or Unani them without any delay. property is on rise which should be provided with chairmanship of Dr doctors are posted in Dispensary to ISM Forum urged the State must be stopped effectively Government Rajneesh Chander Kashmir Division against dispensary and by this Election authorities to issue and those be punished who accommodation. Sharma. The meeting the 28 posts of Ayurvedic Ayurvedic posts and voter identity cards to have occupied the Addressing meeting chief observed that Directorate Medical Officers". dispensaries are being eligible voters since voter I immovable property of advisor of the Forum, Prof G of ISM was created in the They said while creating converted to Unani," they cards have still not been Pandits forcibly. L Koul demanded proper NL CORRESPONDENT Chering Dorjey congratulated year 1987 after a long new 87 posts, alleged. issued to maximum The Forum demanded security to displaced LEH, JUNE 07 the people of Sakti area and struggle separating it from discrimination is again Stating that due to darbar displaced voters. Forum accommodation with all employees living in various Allopathic department. done with Ayurved as 32 move, dispensaries in reiterated its demand of facilities should be provided camps at Srinagar. He also said the service will play a The speakers said under a posts of MOs are given to Jammu are ignored during creating constituencies in to all KP employees in expressed concern over the MLC Chering Dorjey today crucial role in evacuating well thought strategy, Ayurved (25 in Jammu and summer and the exile for Assembly and Valley with adequate land grabbing of a poor handed over an Ambulance patients from Changla-pass slowly Ayurvedic System 7 in Kashmir) whereas dispensaries of Kashmir Parliament till KPs are security. displaced family at Jammu to PHC Sakti out of his CDF. in case of emergency. of medicine is being Unani is given 39 posts (35 Division get ignored rehabilitated at a single Erratic and unscheduled and demanded its Deputy Chairman LAHDC Speaking on the occasion, Dy. eliminated. in Kashmir and 4 in during winter, the place in Kashmir. water supply and power restoration immediately. Leh, Gyal P. Wangyal, Chairman Gyal P. Wangyal The speakers said, "As on Jammu) and rest 16 posts members of AUM It further demanded doing cuts particularly in and Besides, the chairman of Executive Councilor for who is also the area today, there are total no of are given to Homeopathy demanded bifurcation of away with cumbersome M around Durganagar is a the Forum, DN Kissu, Health Tsering Sandup, CMO Councillor thanked MLC 504 dispensaries in dividing evenly 8 each in Directorate of ISM into forum system. cause of concern and Forum president, PL Sudeshi, Leh Dr. Motup Dorjey, BMO Dorjey for sanctioning Rs. ISM&H department. Out of Jammu and Kashmir. Directorate of ISM Jammu Forum alleged that appealed the concerned president, Women Wing, Dr. Shamim Ahmad, MO PHC 11.00 lakh Executive these 504, 272 are The speakers said that and Directorate of ISM Government is non serious that water should be Phoola Koul, general Sakti Dr. Lal Didi, medical Councilor for Health Tsering Ayurvedic. 90 percent Ayurved is being Kashmir. They also about the rehabilitation of supplied regularly following secretary, PN Raina, CL staffs of PHC Sakti, Sarpanch Sandup also congratulated posts of Medical Officers discriminated in the hands demanded to post AYUSH displaced Pandits from an area wise fixed time Zutshi, ML Koul and PL Sakti and villagers were the people of Sakti area for in the district of Doda, of religiously poisoned doctors on all posts of ISM Valley and it seems that the table. There should be no Razdan also spoke in the present on the occasion. having this ambulance for Ramban, Kishatwar, officers in administration. department. process has been shelved power cuts during the meeting. Addressing the function, PHC Sakti.

Health Deptt organizes Orientation training prog for EC health takes stock of healthcare facilities malaria prevention Haj pilgrims from Jun 11 NL CORRESPONDENT provided to the patients in the area by Project KARGIL, JUNE 07 at the PHC. He also Vijayak from KM 62 to briefed him about various KM 70. awareness camp NL CORRESPONDENT is scheduled on 12th June, tehsils will be conducted at Executive Councillor for issues pertaining to the The Officer Commanding KULGAM, JUNE 07 2019. Meanwhile, 2nd phase Jamia Masjid Shareif Budgam Health Muhammad Ali health institution. 55 RCC Project Vijayak NL CORRESPONDENT During the camp, awareness of orientation training for the on June-13. Meanwhile, Chandan visited several The EC directed the BMO apprised the EC about SAMBA, JUNE 07 regarding prevention of 2nd phase of orientation selected Haj pilgrims of According to Additional villages of Shargole block Shargole to attend the progress achieved so Malaria, its signs and training for the selected Haj district Kulgam is scheduled Deputy Commissioner the including Karamba. Council Secretariat with far. The Health department symptoms, treatment and pilgrims of district Kulgam is from 11th of June, 2019. As orientation, training During the visit, the EC all the details of the PHC The EC stressed on the today organized an related issues was raised. scheduled from 11th of June, per the information, the programme for Manasik-e- visited Primary Health for the last two years. executing agency to awareness programme on CMO elaborated in detail 2019. All the Haj pilgrims of training programme for Haj for Haj Pilgrims of district Centre (PHC) Shargole The EC stressed on the complete the required Malaria prevention at CHC about the symptoms, 2019 from district Kulgam are pilgrims from Beerwah, Pulwama will be conducted and took stock of the BMO, doctors and the works within a time Ramgarh under the prevention and treatment of informed to attend this phase Magam, Khag and Narbal on June, 11, 2019 healthcare facilities paramedical staff to work bound manner while supervision of Chief Medical malaria. He said that severe of orientation training tehsils will be conducted at He informed that Manasik - e - being provided to the with missionary zeal and taking due care of quality Officer, Dr Rajinder episodes of the disease programme as per schedule Jamia Masjid Shareif Beerwah Haj training for Haj pilgrims of people of the area. He enthusiasm besides parameters. Sambyal. Block Medical could result in learning which will be held at on June, 11, 2019. Pilgrims Tral, Awantipora ,Aripal and also went round different makeing all out efforts in The concerned officers of Officer, Dr Lakhwinder impairments or permanent Markazia Jamia Masjid from Chadoora, Charisharief Pampore will be held on June sections of the PHC and providing better health Project Vijayak assured Singh, District Health neurological damages in Shareef Kulgam. Training on and BK. Pora Tehsils will 11, 2019 at Jamia Masjid inquired from the officers care facilities to the the EC that Officer, Dr Suman Gupta, children and maternal 11, June, 2019 will be attend such training Awantipora while for the about the medicare general public. He also macadamization of the Deputy Chief Medical anaemia, perinatal mortality, imparted to the Haj pilgrims programme at Masjid Dar-ul- pilgrims of Pulwama , facilities available to asked them to remain road stretch as well as Officer, Dr Kamini Gupta, low birth weight in case of figured from serial JKF-517-1- Amaan Chadoora near Shiekh Kakapora, Litter and Rajpora people of the area. punctual in their duties. other allied works will be PRI members besides pregnant women. He added 0 to JKF-5135-2-0. Similarly Ul Alam High School on June- the training will be held on The Block Medical Meanwhile, the EC also completed as per the prominent citizens of the that Malaria is a life- the training programme for 12, while as the training June 12,2019 at Jamia Masjid Officer (BMO) Shargole took stock of the specifications approved area were present on the threatening disease; that is Haj prilgrims figured from programme for pilgrims from Mir Sahib Washbugh apprised the EC about macadamization work by the department within occasion. preventable and curable. JKF-5137-2-0 to JKF-10768-2-0 Budgam and Khansaheb Pulwama. the facilities being presently being executed the stipulated timeline.

Marh Constituency facing Advisor Skandan reviews preparedness for Retrieve 42 kanals land power crisis: Sadhotra 'J&K Investor Summit-2019' allotted illegally: CEC

NL CORRESPONDENT old people and ladies are ORRESPONDENT NL CORRESPONDENT FICCI representatives to target maximum investors, besides NL C that it's the decision of JAMMU TAWI, JUNE 07 suffering too much," he SRINAGAR, JUNE 07 Indian and Kashmiri expatriates during their overseas road LEH, JUNE 07 Council to reserve the maintained. Advisor to Governor, K Skandan today held a detailed shows. It was given out that two proposed venues have been land and allot it officially Marh Assembly Sadhotra further said that discussion with the representatives from Federation of Indian selected; one in Srinagar and another in Jammu. The proposed In another illegal land to Rural Development Constituency is facing BJP has totally ignored Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) and three-day summit would have sectoral sessions at both the allotment case, Chief Department with the unprecedented power rural areas and people are crisis due to scheduled facing lot of difficulties Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) for the 'J&K Investor locations (Srinagar/Jammu) for which detailed plan would be Executive Councilor purpose to provide and unscheduled power due to acute shortage of Summit-2019' to be held in October in Jammu and Kashmir. worked out between the J&K Government and the business (CEC), LAHDC Jamyang accommodation facility to cuts. power. A detailed presentations-cum-interactive session was given by associations (CII &FICCI). Srinagar would host the summit's Tsering Namgyal gave an most needy and "People are getting 18 hour "People are preparing for the representatives of CII and FICCI over the proposed inaugural session while Jammu would host the valedictory on spot decision to deserving homeless poor Investors Summit in the State. The representatives were session, it was informed.The Advisor said that the proposed power cut and only 6 sowing paddy and are in retrieve 42 kanal of land people. informed that the summit is aimed to set a platform for the summit is going to be a watershed moment in the State's hours power supply need of power to get water at Ugling near 53 He added that the businesses to make investments in a big way in the State. To industrial journey. In its presentation, CII said that the summit remains there and that too for irrigation through Engineer areas. decision is based on with frequent electrical irrigation pump review preparedness for the summit, the session was also would target the investors from around eight countries, seven CEC gave the decision on complains of public and interruptions," said Ajay sets," he further said. attended by the Principal Secretary, Industries and Commerce central ministries for participation, besides it would attract Sadhotra while talking to National Conference (I&C) Department, Navin Kumar Choudhary, Special potential investors and delegates from India and abroad. behalf of Council in detail enquiry of the case group of people from leader asked the Governor Secretary I&C, AS Chib, MD JKTPO, SIDCO, Ravinder Kumar, The representatives sought more suggestions from the J&K presence of Deputy submitted by concern Gango Chak. administration to wake up Director I&C Jammu, Anoo Malhotra, Director I&C Kashmir, Govt to make the investment a grand success. The event would Chairman Gyal Wangyal, department. He said that "The people have been put and rise to the occasion Mahmood A Shah and other officers of the state also see signing of agreements, MOUs and exhibitions. EC Agriculture Stanzin Council is determined to to face lot of difficulties and provide proper power administration. The Advisor, while speaking during the In its presentation, FICCI informed that the association would Phuntsog, EC take corrective measures due to this power supply to Marh Assembly occasion, suggested that in order to woo the investors, at least also invite their members. Animal/Sheep Husbandry to stop such kind of shortage. In this scorching Constituency and rural six domestic locations and four international locations must be Principal Secretary I&C, Navin Kumar Choudhary also spoke Mumtaz Hussain, ADC, illegal occupation of heat, the young children, areas of Jammu. selected for the road shows. Advisor Skandan told the CII and on the occasion. Leh Sachin Kumar, Government land and Tehsilder, Leh Sonam assured not to let such Gurmet, ACR In-charge, things happen in future. HQ Assistant Mohammad He said that legal notices Financial Literacy Progs organized SBI delegation meets Governor Sharif and BDO RDD will be issued to the Tsering Angchuk. present occupants and NL CORRESPONDENT Rajouri-Poonch 8 & RO use of available schemes Addressing the media action will be taken as NL CORRESPONDENT JAMMU TAWI, JUNE 07 Kupwara 6, thereby, especially for rural sector persons, JTN said that per law and land norms. SRINAGAR, JUNE 07 completing coverage of like KCC crop loan, dairy without any official He also projected people Financial Inclusion & total 152 villages on the loan, PMFBY, PMJJBY, allotment through involved in this illegal A delegation of State Bank Insurance Department of first three days of PMSBY, APY, insurance Council, the mentioned land allotment and urged J&K Grameen Bank Financial Literacy Week. of India (SBI) led by Sh. products etc in 42 kanal land has been media for their support (JKGB) under the Tejinder Singh, Panch one Ashutosh Kumar Singh, accordance to their need allotted to 33 individuals in exposing these people chairmanship of Janak Raj of the chief guests at the and requirement. CGM, State Bank of India, Angural organized 38 camp held at village and a group through to stop such crimes in He also highlighted the Chandigarh Circle met Financial Literacy & Makhanpur Gujran under illegal means. He said our society. benefits of digital banking Governor Satya Pal Malik at Awareness Programmes BP Simbal Morh spread the Raj Bhavan here today. under RBI's promoted awareness about various and cashless economy. Shri Rana presented a Financial Literacy Week types of fraudulent Mohd Abdullah Dar, from June 3-7. activities prevalent in the Sarpanch, another chief memento to Governor on Notice Four Regional Offices (RO) market to dupe innocent guest at the camp held at behalf of the SBI and of the Bank-Jammu, people and urged the village Audoora under BO apprised him about the Kathua-Samba, Rajouri- gathering to beware of Kalamabad gave a detailed Bank's operation in J&K and I, Tarsem Singh S/o Sh. Jagdish Singh R/o Mandi Poonch & Kupwara were such frauds. overview of various its expansion plan in Thalora, Tehsil & Distt. Samba, have lost my driving involved in these camps. Rashpal Choudhary, lending and deposit Ladakh Region, including Governor appreciated the financing to skilled people license bearing regd. no. JK-021998016901. Now, I am Out of these 38 camps; RO Branch Head (Simbal schemes of the Bank proposed opening of a services being offered by in the State under the applying for the duplicate of the same. Objection, if any, Jammu conducted 11, RO Morh) impressed upon the offered at lucrative Branch at Dishkit in Nubra the Bank to its clients and Pradhan Mantri Mudra may be conveyed to the concerned authority within 7 Kathua-Samba 13, RO gathering to make best interest rates. Valley. advised Sh. Singh to explore Yojna. days after publication of this notice. Prabhakar the northlines 6 OPINION Jammu | Saturday| June 08 | 2019 Operation Blue Star: 35 years later, has the Sikh elite's perception of the event changed?

Today, 1984's traumatic Operation Blue Star appears water under the bridge for Delhi's Sikh elite. Why has such a sensibilities. their spirit and self-confidence," a piece different impression of the event, which scarred Punjab back then, emerged? When contradictions were brought to in the HuffPost quoted anthropologist the notice of the Sikh Forum, it Joyce Pettigrew, an author and an HARMEET SHAH SINGH Were they villains because they fought research, I do turn to books though in Bhindranwale, is a narrative that acknowledged none of its members expert on the Punjab trouble. for Hitler - or victims because their order to enrich my understanding. Indira Gandhi and her successors had had read the book before releasing it. Legendary writer Khushwant Singh n 1939, the sixth anniversary of his parents died in Nazi concentration I went through this new avatar of Blue simultaneously floated to denigrate the It admitted that the views were solely returned his Padma Bhushan in protest rise to power, Adolf Hitler camps? Star over Amritsar. Sikhs of Punjab. This startling those of the author. against Operation Blue Star. ''Only a Iprophesised that all European Jews Human populations are often In the chapter titled The Invasion, the insinuation on page 81 in the book But a year later, in 2019, the same minuscule proportion of Sikhs would be annihilated in the event of a dichotomised over crises. book portrayed a situation that the caught my attention: "But the loss of author was again projected as a subscribed to Khalistan before the world war. "If the international Jewish Thirty-five years after Operation Blue state had no other option but to launch these followers was more than made panellist on the Sikh Forum's podium temple (Darbar Sahib) was stormed," he financiers, inside and outside Europe, Star - when military tanks pounded the an army operation to flush heavily up. Since the Sant's (Bhindranwale's) marking the Operation Blue Star told the New York Times in 1984. "I succeed in plunging the nations once Akal Takht facing the Darbar Sahib armed "terrorists" out of the Darbar camp was an open house, former anniversary. wanted to find one and talk to one, but I more into a world war," the Führer told (Golden Temple) - I found members of Sahib complex. At times, a reader is Naxalites, anti-social elements, With a theme on drugs and couldn't.'' the Reichstag, "then the result will not the Sikh elite in similar duality over given a visual experience of the battle smugglers like Harminder Singh disappearances in Punjab, the elite Columnist Rajinder Puri insisted Indira be the Bolshevisation of the earth, and the invasion that had lacerated the largely from the lens of military. Words Sandhu's brother, Upkar Singh, and Sikh organisation wore another Gandhi ignored Bhindranwale's offers thus the victory of Jewry, but the Sikh soul in June, 1984. like "fundamentalist", "extremist", fugitives from the law, disgruntled civil paradox on its sleeve. It showcased a of compromise. "Was an avoidable annihilation of the Jewish race in This duality could have been "terrorists", "gangsters" are thrown in and military officers and victims of relative and a vocal supporter of the Operation Blue Star undertaken to Europe!' persistent for years, but I noticed it like popcorn. police atrocities all began to rally late KPS Gill as another panellist. serve national interest, or some foreign Yet, when the Nazis slaughtered six first in 2018 and again, in 2019 when The Invasion is essentially the around him. It was, therefore, not Remember, the "Super Cop", as Gill interest?" he asked in a 2007 piece in million Jews, thousands of soldiers of the Sikh Forum, a prestigious non- operative part of Blue Star Over surprising that smuggling operations was hailed by the hard-hitters of the Outlook. "It was avoidable because this Jewish descent fought for Hitler's profit institution linked to someone as Amritsar. But the main action is largely were being carried out openly and Indian state, had himself been accused scribe, on Rajiv Gandhi's request, had Third Reich in World War II. towering as the late Lt-Gen Jagjit a collection of army versions from dacoities were planned from within the of extra-judicial methods as Punjab's obtained from Jarnail Singh "The Nazis allowed these men to serve Singh Aurora, invited me to attend various interviews that seek to precincts of the temple complex." police chief. Bhindranwale an acceptable but at the same time exterminated their annual commemorative events on legitimise the raid. Writers are very much within their But intellectual perspectives varied at compromise one month before the their families," American writer Bryan the OBS anniversary. A chapter titled A Saint in Arms rights to express their thoughts. the height of unrest in the state - back operation. The offer of compromise was Rigg told the Los Angeles Times in A panel of celebrated Sikh veterans, follows next in what is a reference to But I wondered how a representative then, the intelligentsia, Sikh, non-Sikh, ignored." 1996. Rigg, 25 then, had documented socialites and scholars proudly militant leader Jarnail Singh organisation of the Sikh elite, which Indian and non-Indian alike, described Cut to 2019, Operation Blue Star the Jewish ancestry of more than 1,200 released the third edition of a book Bhindranwale. His passage can be ostensibly has been seeking answers Indira Gandhi's military attack on the appears to be water under the bridge of Hitler's soldiers. Soldiers of Jewish titled Blue Star Over Amritsar - the summed up thus: 'The main culprit to the unanswered questions around Golden Temple as a calculated move for members of Delhi's Sikh elite. But heritage were awarded the Knight's Real Story of June 1984, written by a behind Operation Blue Star' was Sikh Operation Blue Star since 1984, could aimed not at insurgency but at a then, they should be open about it. Cross, Germany's highest military woman Sikh author and distributed by fundamentalism mishandled largely by officially release a perspective that the culture. "The army went into (the) Commemorating OBS anniversaries on honour, in about 20 cases, the LA Amritsar's Singh Brothers. Reading is top Sikh politicians. rest of the community, the Akal Takht Darbar Sahib not to eliminate a political the back of third-party proponents of Times quoted him saying. unfortunately not so common among But that's not all to it. included, does not subscribe to. figure or a political movement but to Gandhi's or Gill's iron-fisted policy But the veterans he met with the common Sikh masses. Woven into this chapter, which moves The book also carried allusions that suppress the culture of a people, to sends out conflicting signals. It's like encountered a challenging question: In a profession that requires vast incoherently in its anecdotes about might be offensive to Sikh religious attack their heart, to strike a blow at having your cake and eating it too. Emerging political scenario India, ISIS, Sri Lanka and the US: What's going on? M K BHADRAKUMAR hardline monk should be seen in this The Jamestown Foundation is a light. flagship founded with CIA support in in the sub-continent n the aftermath of the Easter Sirisena hopes to appropriate the the Cold War era tasked with Sunday terrorist attacks, Sinhalese nationalist platform and engineering defections from the K.N. PANDITA and allowed selfish traders cross-border infiltration in establishment of peace in Iallegations have been made that the faces strong competition from former Soviet bloc countries. to misuse cross-LoC trade J&K has come down. It has the region. Muslim militants in Sri Lanka draw president Mahinda Rajapaksa. It has enduring links to the US ays ahead of the option in J&K that was weakened the operative Stakeholders are in sustenance from India. Sirisena will strive to create a security establishment and parliamentary assiduously built by the capability of the regular consultation over An overarching impression is being perception that he enjoys the backing intelligence. Delection in our leadership of the two underground terrorist the situation in created that ISIS is gaining ground in of the Indian ruling elite. When such alarmist threat country, Pakistan Prime countries in 2008. This cadres in Kashmir. Afghanistan. It is becoming India, points out Ambassador M K During the past week, he made some perceptions are projected without any Minister Imran Khan entire exercise is now tied Pakistan did not respond to clear now that regional Bhadrakumar. strong overtures to New Delhi. empirical evidence to substantiate remarked in a press down to a host of India's repeated demands powers, Pakistan, India Political developments in India His insistence on attending Modi's them, this entire propagandistic briefing that with a right- conditionalities springing of stopping infiltration of and Iran have to be taken inevitably receive big attention in inaugural, the signing of the port deal exercise serves as underpinning to a wing government in New from a syndrome of jihadis from across the on board as an interface neighbouring South Asian countries. with India and Japan (external link) to geopolitical agenda. Delhi chances for the suspicion and mistrust. border in Kashmir. Had among primary Sri Lanka is a special case where develop a deep-sea container terminal Delhi should begin to wonder who resumption of Indo-Pak Sincere efforts have to be Pakistan responded stakeholders in Afghan Indian developments have impacted in Colombo and his successful bid to stands to gain. talks would brighten. As made to put the system positively, perhaps Indian peace talk proceeds. the country's political landscape. get Modi to visit Colombo (external Taking advantage of the Easter such, the landslide victory back on the rails. security forces would not Imran Khan promises that Unsurprisingly, the Sri Lankan ruling link) signify a U-turn on Sirisena's part Sunday killings, the US's Indo-Pacific of BJP and Narendra Modi - Of late, Pakistan has begun opt for the Operation All his government will not elite is always keenly attuned to the (he had not too long ago alleged an Command deployed its personnel to led government would be a to feel the brunt of a wrong Out. The essential purpose allow the soil of his political winds in India. Indian plot to assassinate him). Sri Lanka. consolation for Imran and dangerous policy of of this operation is to create country to be used by How far the decision by President During the past year, Delhi had US Assistant Secretary of State for peaceniks in Pakistan. patronizing extremists at space for talks with extremists against a Maithripala Sirisena on May 23 to cut conspicuously displayed its bonhomie Political-Military Affairs R Clarke He believes that a right- home as auxiliaries. The Pakistan. neighbouring country. short the prison sentence of the Sri with Sirisena's arch rivals Rajapakse Cooper is due to visit Colombo to wing government in New justification for this Modi has declared that one Pakistani media has come Lankan hardline Buddhist monk and Prime Minister Ranil 'meet with government officials and Delhi is tactically placed misadventure, according to of the primary components out with the news that at Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara, head of Wickremesinghe. think-tank experts to discuss security, better to restart a her military planners, is to of his government's foreign least 12 centers of training the Bodu Bala Sena (BBS) or 'Buddhist The optics of any affinity with India's peacekeeping, clearance of landmines meaningful talk with his create the first line of policy is that of establishing of anti-India jihadis Power Force' was influenced by the ruling Hindu nationalist forces may be and unexploded ordnance, government. Modi with a resistance to any cordial relations with our meaning infiltrators into prospect of a second term for the of advantage to Sirisena when he counterterrorism, and other areas of thumping majority in the aggression as a response to immediate neighbours. Kashmir have been closed Hindu nationalist government in India makes his bid for another presidential mutual interest.' parliament is better placed the perceived military This is usually among the down. A few ground cannot be gauged with certainty. term, but it can hurt Indian interests to During the past four-year period since to restart the talks. threat from her eastern fundamentals of the foreign realities are now But Sirisena was one of the first among get entangled with the rising the 'regime change' in Sri Lanka in Political and economic neighbour. Pakistan's policy of a big and strong established. Pakistan is a world leaders to telephone Prime Islamophobia in Sri Lanka. January 2015, the US Indo-Pacific scenario in the Indian sub- lament that she is a victim country. Not inviting Pak key figure in finding a Minister Narendra Damodardas Modi Not many Indians would know that 99 Command (INDOPACOM) has greatly continent is going through a of terrorism would have cut Prime Minister to oath lasting solution to the to congratulate him on the election percent of Sri Lankan Muslims are strengthened its military ties with Sri notable change. Pakistan is ice with many western ceremony of Narendra Afghan problem. India victory. Tamil-speaking. Lanka, training its soldiers and struggling to wriggle out of powers If they were not Modi is not to be construed remains a crucial factor in And the intriguing part is that the BBS Already it is evident that India has lost holding joint military exercises. the financial predicament. convinced that Pakistan as something akin to the economic and head has publicly claimed in the past its leverage on Sri Lanka's Tamil INDOPACOM is also assisting in the She approaches various was home to many discourtesy or isolating educational development that his organisation has dealings with problem. establishment of a Sri Lankan navy funding sources to help her extremist organizations Pakistan from South Asian of Afghanistan and Iran is the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh in May 18 passed unnoticed, which has marine corps along the line of the US overcome a financial with suicide bombers fraternity. BIMSTEC, the a partner in this process. India. become known as Tamil Genocide Day Marines. crunch. Her good friends operating in the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Kashmir issue has Gnanasara had just served nine (external link). Addressing the senate armed services have extended a helping neighbouring countries Multi-Sectoral Technical bedeviled the two months of a six-year prison sentence. This year marked the 10th committee in Washington in early hand but international Afghanistan and India. and Economic Cooperation neighbouring countries for His pardon came only a week after anniversary of the end of the civil war February, INDOPACOM chief Admiral lending agencies generally If external pressures have is an international the last seven decades. No rioters attacked Muslim-owned in Sri Lanka and reconciliation and Philip Davidson declared that Sri attach conditions that are forced Pakistan to change organization of seven solution to the dispute is in homes, shops, and mosques in justice remains elusive. Lanka 'remains a significant strategic not easy to accept. the three-decade-old terror nations of South Asia and sight. The fact is that India apparent reprisal for Easter In the aftermath of the Easter Sunday opportunity in the Indian Ocean and India, not much different game with ramifications South East Asia, housing has always been on the bombings, claimed by Islamic State, terrorist attacks, allegations have our military-to-military relationship from Pakistan in beyond her borders to the 1.5 billion people and horns of dilemma whether that killed more than 250 people. been made that the Muslim militants continues to strengthen.' geographical or east and the west, India having a combined gross a civilian government in Soon after his release, Gnanasara in Sri Lanka draw sustenance from The war on terror provides the perfect environmental terms, is could cash on it but with domestic product of $3.5 Pakistan including an vowed to fight Islamic militancy India. alibi for the US to interfere in the one of the fast-growing caution and patience. trillion (2018). The elected one has the real Clearly, Sirisena made some political An overarching impression is being internal affairs of other countries and economies of contemporary Pakistani papers report BIMSTEC member states freedom to talk and act on calculations and possibly there is a created that the ISIS is gaining ground to establish its military presence. times. Her experiment that some small measures are among the countries Kashmir resolution. In the deal between the two men. in India. Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria, Yemen, would not be without merit have been taken in the dependent on the Bay of case of Imran Khan, the Within hours of his release late in the The states of Kerala and Jammu and Somalia, etc are current examples. for Pakistan's financial and name of containing home- Bengal. Inclusion of general belief in political evening of May 23, Gnanasara called Kashmir have been mentioned in this That is what makes the entire on Sirisena along with his mother at connection. paradigm extremely worrisome -- Sri economic planners. After grown terror. Maybe Imran Pakistan in this circles is that there is an Lanka's terrorism problem, the all no country would like to Khan is in a more organization could be understanding of sorts the president's official residence. Scary reports (external link) have A government briefing highlighted that appeared that a boat of ISIS activists alleged nexus between Sri Lankan survive on doles from comfortable position of possible at a future time as between the army and the and Indian (especially Kashmiri) friends and sympathizers dealing with the hawks in was the case with China PM. An understanding the monk's mother expressed her had set off towards the Indian islands appreciation to Sirisena for extending of Lakshadweep and Minicoy. militants, majoritarianism fueling howsoever sincere just the civilian as well as the sponsored Shanghai between the two does not communal polarisation and in turn a presidential pardon and releasing The commentary blithely speculates because the independent military establishment in Cooperation Organization necessarily mean an radicalising the minority Muslim economy is the key to that country. However, to (SCO) understanding pertaining her son from prison. on 'the possibility of an community, etc. political sovereignty. think that the financial It should be possible to to the Kashmir dispute. There is a curious similarity in the interconnected... network that links Sirisena should fight his political political trajectory of the nationalist militants from Jammu and Kashmir -- Eventually, the two crisis would force think of another trade and Nevertheless, Modi battles on his own steam. forces in India and Sri Lanka at where IS does have more solid ties -- countries shall have to Islamabad administration communication-related government should A political weathercock doesn't make present. to Kerala, Sri Lanka, and beyond... develop a just and mutually to scale down its traditional entity to come up on the explore the possibility of a steady friend. In Sri Lanka too, 'majoritarianism' is These nascent connections coupled beneficial trade mechanism acrimony against India is pattern of BIMSTEC with talking to the Pakistan He could be India's friend today, but the leitmotif of electoral politics and it with links to foreign fighters as well as was China's yesterday and well could that promises to boost of unrealistic. Developing India, Pakistan, Afghanistan army through a proxy and is virtually certain that the familial and migrant ties to Gulf states be tomorrow as well. all-round prosperity of two states are prone to financial and Iran as its permanent examine to what extent forthcoming presidential election will and the Maldives raises concerns over Perhaps, a visit by Modi to Colombo at major sub-continental somersaults and that is not members with almost current situation in the be fought on the platform of Sinhala the possibility for more cross- the present juncture was best countries. It is unfortunate a very disturbing or identical agenda as of the subcontinent would be chauvinism, with strong anti-Muslim coordination between recruiters, avoided. that PoK side should have permanent phenomenon. Bay of Bengal Initiative. An effective in motivating Pak overtones. propagandists, and would-be It will convey a misleading signal to failed to understand the In the aftermath of Balakot entity of this kind could army for a deal with New Sirisena's decision to pardon the terrorists.' the Sri Lankan elite and public -- and significance of this CBM operation,, the level of lend support to the Delhi. regionally and internationally. (Disclaimer: The views expressed here are personal opinions of the writers. The information, facts or opinions appearing in the articles do not reflect the views of The Northlines and it does not assume any responsibility or liability for the same) the northlines 7 KASHMIR Jammu | Saturday| June 08| 2019 Advisor Sharma for speedy CEC visits CHC Sankoo, reviews facilities Status of developmental provided to the patients undergoing works reviewed execution of Hydro-electric projects treatment at the CHC. He asked the doctors on duty to ensure that best Administers oath to Member SERC possible medical attention is provided to the patients. hope that it would be The CEC also discussed various other completed within the important issues related to the stipulated time frame. He development of the hospital and up- also briefed the Advisor NL CORRESPONDENT gradation of the existing health about the status of KARGIL, JUNE 07 facilities with the hospital management. execution of other projects The CEC said that the present Council i.e., 624 Mega Watt (MW) Chairman and Chief Executive is leaving no stone unturned to appoint Keeru, 540 MW Kwar and Councillor LAHDC, Kargil Feroz Ahmad qualified doctors and ensure that NL CORRESPONDENT providing via media of 550 MW Dul Hasti stage II Khan today visited Community Health patients get quality healthcare SRINAGAR, JUNE 07 dealing with new energy projects. The Advisor Centre (CHC) Sankoo and took stock of facilities. He said that concrete sources and also advise on directed the officers to the health facilities available to measures would be taken to ensure Advisor to Governor, KK other electricity and speed up the pace of patients in the health institution. that major surgeries are performed at NL CORRESPONDENT for accelerating the pace Sharma today energy-related issues. execution of these hydro- Executive Councillor for Health the CHC from this year by providing SHOPIAN, JUNE 07 of work and emphasized administered oath to Ajay Chairman JKSERC Lokash electric power projects. He Muhammad Ali Chandan, Executive machinery equipments for the on coordination between Gupta as Member Jha and Commissioner said that these projects Councilor for Works Aga Syed Abbass Operation Theatre in the next few The Additional District the line departments to (Technical) in J&K State Secretary PDD Hridesh once completed would Razvi, Councillor Sankoo Aga Syed months. Development avoid any delay in the Electricity Regulatory Kumar also spoke on the make our state self Ahmed Razvi, Councilor Lankarchey While responding to the demand for the Commissioner Shopian, execution of works. He Commission (JKSERC). occasion. Later MD sufficient in the generation Ghulam Haider, former Councillor early operationalization of 11 KV Feeder Mohammad Saleem Malik underscored the Chairman JKSERC Lokash Chenab Valley Power of power besides the state Sankoo Aga Syed Abbass, Chief Medical for provision of power to the hospital, today reviewed the status importance of these Jha, Commissioner Projects Private Limited would also be in a position Officer (CMO) Kargil Dr Ibrahim Khan, provision of Anesthesia and Ultrasound of developmental works projects for the welfare of Secretary PDD Hirdesh (CVPP) M.S Babu also to export power to other Block Medical Officer (BMO) Sankoo Dr machines, deployment of medical under execution and other the general public and Kumar, Member SERC R.A called on the Advisor and states. The Advisor also Munawar Wazir and other concerned officers, Anesthesia and Laboratory issues in the district. urged the officials to work Andrabi, Chief Engineers discussed various ongoing maintained that once officers were present on the occasion. Assistants, deployment of sweepers During the meeting diligently and with added and other senior officers power projects being completed these projects The CEC went around various wards and enhancement of remuneration of projects taken up by R&B zeal. attended the function. undertaken by the would also ensure the and sections of the hospital including outsourced sweepers, repair of central department and the During the meeting, ADDC Speaking on the occasion, organisation. generation of much the Out Patient Department (OPD), heating system and enhancement of current year emphasized upon the the Advisor maintained Commissioner Secretary needed employment Wards, Casualty Block, Labour Room, central heating system funds and other Macadamization officers to work diligently that with a second PDD Hirdesh Kumar and opportunities to locals General Drug Store, X-ray Room and related demands, the CEC assured that programme was for the early completion of member taking oath the other senior officers were living in the state other sections there. these issues would be given due discussed in detail. The all the commitments. Commission would start also present on the especially those in their The CEC appreciated BMO Sankoo and consideration and necessary steps progress of providing of The meeting was attended discharging its duties of occasion. The MD briefed catchment areas and his team of doctors and paramedical would be taken accordingly. way side amenities on by Additional Deputy providing the necessary the Advisor about the pacing up the development staff for their dedicated services in Meanwhile, the CEC issued on spot Mughal Road was also Commissioner, Chief inputs to the Government status of implementation of these places. While providing better healthcare facilities to directions to the ECs to resolve the reviewed. During the Planning Officer, SE about the energy sector, its of various hydro-electric asking the officers to hold the people in the area. Interacting with minor issues related to the CHC. He meeting various issues hydraulic, Assistant planning and also power projects being regular meetings about the them CEC asked them to work with also instructed the CMO Kargil to fix came under discussion Commissioner Revenue, harnessing the other non- undertaken by the status of implementation added dedication and missionary zeal priorities to meet the demands of the and directions were given SDM Zainapora, CEO, conventional resources for Corporation in the Chenab of these prestigious and deliver services promptly. CHC in a phased manner. accordingly. ADDC CMO, Executive Engineers power generation. The Valley. He informed that projects, the Advisor During the visit Feroz Khan also The CEC asked the health functionaries directed all the concerned of PHE, R&B, JKPCC, Advisor said that the the work is underway on called for synergized interacted with the patients and to discharge their allotted duties with officers to ensure that the Irrigation and Flood Commission would also the 1000 Mega Watt Pakal approach which would attendants and enquired about the utmost dedication and commitment in quality of works is not Control, ACD, DSWO , provide necessary inputs Dhul hydro-electric also ensure the removal of status of the healthcare facilities being providing best possible healthcare compromised with. He ARTO besides district about the options of project and expressed bottlenecks, if any. facilities to the public. also directed the officers and sectoral officers. DC launches F&ES Deptt to conduct safety Modalities for implementation of Project Tsangda' audit of coaching centres 'Back to the Village' prog discussed The meeting discussed several measures NL CORRESPONDENT in Leh district in a to be taken for the implementation of the LEH, JUNE 07 scientific way. NL CORRESPONDENT given directions to carry already doing in case of SRINAGAR, JUNE 07 out the fire safety audit of schools where we are program in Panchayats of the district. DC Leh stressed on the Under the programme, Panchayats shall The Deputy importance of cleanliness all the coaching centers in carrying audits Taking a cue from the the State. DG Fire and frequently," he said. be accessed by the Gazetted Officers of Commissioner / CEO and said that cleanliness recent fire incident in Emergency Services has He said that what really the State and each officer shall spend a LAHDC Leh Avny Lavasa is the basic requirement Surat which left 15 dead, asked to do the required possess a challenge are minimum of 2 days, which includes one today launched 'Project in sectors like tourism, the State Fire and in order to carry out the the coaching centers night, in the allocated Panchayat. Tsangda' at Hunder in health and education and Emergency Services audit so that the lacunae, operating from three or Threadbare discussions were held with Nubra valley. Councillor appealed people to come Department is now if any, can be identified," four storey building as the regard to the implementation of the Hunder Kunzang Lotus, forward in maintaining rushing to put things in Shah said, adding that the department will have to program. Officers of several districts Sub Divisional Magistrate the hygiene of their place by ordering a "audit is a first of its look into the matter that if were asked to finalize a proforma for use Nubra Sonam Norboo, village. maiden comprehensive kind". Jammu and the buildings are really by the officers during their stay in the Panchayats. Incharge BDO Diskit Urging people, hoteliers fire safety audit of Srinagar cities will be following the guidelines. DC said the officers will interact with the Ibrahim, Sarpanch, and camp owners for coaching centers across taken care of and after "Single storey buildings the State. that we will take it to the are not an issue, what people at Panchayat level and take a Panch, owner of Camps their full cooperation in The higher-ups have district-level", he said. really is challenging are NL CORRESPONDENT first- hand account of the issues and and people in large implementation of Project ANDIPORA UNE decided to carry out the Though, as per the three or four storey B , J 07 problems of the people and will give a number were present on Tsangda, DC Leh said fire safety audit of all the Deputy Director, the buildings," he said. report to the administration for the the occasion. Addressing that without the support coaching centers department has been Given the first fire safety Deputy Commissioner Bandipora redressal of grievances. the function, DC Leh said of local people operating across the carrying out the fire audit that will be carried Shahbaz Ahmad Mirza Friday chaired a He asked the officers to finalize the that the Project Tsangda government functionaries State. What is interesting safety audit of schools in out for coaching centers meeting of officers to discuss the schedule of the program, design, content is already a successful will never achieve is that the department the State which he says is in J&K, Shah added that modalities for implementation of newly of the program and also decide upon the launched 'Back to the Village' programme project being desired targets. has not been carrying out a regular process. It has the department will look activities to be undertaken during the slated tentatively in later part of June, implemented by Rural Guest of Honour, such an audit so far. failed to keep an eye on into the arrangements Programme by various departments 2019. Development Department Councillor Kunzang Lotus Deputy Director Fire and the coaching centers, that are in place to deal including Rural Development, Education, The meeting was attended by Additional Health, Power Development, Agriculture which was started in appreciating the initiative Emergency Services, many are flouting the with the fires initially at Bashir Ahmad Shah told guidelines. "We will put the coaching centers. "We District Development Commissioner and allied sectors besides R&B. December 2017 in taken by the DC, Leh Excelsior that they have forth our have to make sure that Bandipora, Mohammad Yousuf Mir, He said a template needs to be formed Choglamsar and later appealed people for their been directed to carry out recommendations within a minute, those Additional Deputy Commissioner Zahoor for the convenience of the officers who replicated at Diskit, unconditional support the fire safety audit of all regarding the preventive stuck inside, be it fire of Ahmad Mir, Assistant Commissioner shall visit the Panchayats and asked the Khalti, Nimoo keeping in and cooperation and the coaching centers measures; if we find any earthquake, must be Revenue Reyaz Ahmad Beigh, Joint officers to come up with a the mind the urgent need thanked everyone across the State. discrepancies, we will put evacuated within a minute Director Planning Imitiyaz Ahmad and comprehensive plan so that all the 151 of garbage management involved in the project. "We have been recently those forward as we are from the spot," he said. other senior officers of the district. Panchayats of the district are covered. Comm SMC holds Civil Society appeals Dir Agri for maintaining close Disposal of grievances during Guv's Rule Admin to establish Degree contacts with farmers NL CORRESPONDENT introductory meeting SRINAGAR, JUNE 07 College in Safapora Since the imposition of Governor's Rule, during 20th June 2018 NL CORRESPONDENT public. My thrust will be - 7th June 2019, the Grievance Cell (including Governor's SRINAGAR, JUNE 07 on timely delivery of NL CORRESPONDENT The land has also Secretariat) received 68244 complaints/grievances of which services to people," said SRINAGAR, JUNE 07 been identified for the 68053 have been dealt with / forwarded to the concerned Srinagar Municipal Sanai. The Commissioner establishment of quarters for timely redressal while as 191 complaints / Corporation (SMC) said he will soon take a Civil Society Safapora Degree College, Civil grievances are under process. Commissioner Khurshid wing-wise orientation Friday appealed Society Safapora said Similarly, on the directions of Governor, all the four Advisors to Ahmad Sanai, who meeting with all heads, Governor as per a statement the Governor have been regularly meeting and hearing the recently assumed the especially the sections of Administration to issued here. Civil grievances of delegations / deputations and individuals both at office of the corporation, the sanitation, the sanction a Degree Society Safapora Srinagar and in Jammu as per the schedule and are regularly today chaired an enforcement, the build reviewing the disposal of the grievances pertaining to their introductory meeting at his permission and the birth College for Safapora appealed to all NL CORRESPONDENT respective departments. main office and stressed and death. Those who Ganderbal, which has political parties of the SRINAGAR, JUNE 07 on "timely delivery of attended the meeting been recommended by areas especially to the services to the residents of included Additional the district Member of Parliament Director Agriculture Kashmir, Syed Altaf Aijaz Andrabi Srinagar". Sanai sought a Commissioner Nazeer Administration Muhammad Akbar today visited various subordinate offices at Agriculture department-wise report to Ahmad Baba, FA/CAO Ganderbal and Lone to personally Complex Lalmandi, Srinagar. Director Agriculture assess the functioning of Ghulam Nabi Bhat, Joint endorsed by Divisional intervene in this different departments of Commissioner Commisioner matter and take up reviewed the implementation of various schemes the SMC. He was apprised Administration Syed Abul Kashmir. The the genuine issue with approved for the first quarter of the year. While by senior officials of the Qasim, Secretary SMC, recommendation was Governor interacting with the field functionaries, Director SMC on mandates of the Executive Engineers, Chief submitted to the Administration so that instructed the officials for maintaining close contacts departments and the Enforcement Officer, Chief committee constituted this pending demand with the farmers and educate them about the various works under progress. Sanitation Officer, Chief for establishment of of people especially technologies available in their areas of interest so that "We are here to deliver Revenue Officer and Degree colleges in youth and students is significant impact of the agriculture activities are services to the general Senior Law Officer. (KNS) Jammu and Kashmir. fulfilled. (KNS) harnessed. 8 the northlines HOME & GARDEM Jammu | Saturday| June 08 | 2019 the northlines 9 NATIONAL Jammu | Saturday| June 08 | 2019 Pragya appears in NIA court, says doesn't know anything about Malegaon blast

accused in the Malegaon blasts case. Six people were killed and 100 other injured after a bomb attached to a two- wheeler exploded outside a mosque on September 29 in the town of Malegaon. The ownership of the two-wheeler was subsequently traced to Pragya. Others who appeared BJP MP Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur along with Pragya today included Kulkarni and MUMBAI, JUNE 7 her to sit on. Dwivedi. All three were During the hearing Judge ordered to return to the Pragya Singh Thakur, who Vinod Padalkar asked her court later in the was recently elected as whether she was aware of afternoon to sign the BJP’s MP from Bhopal, on the blast which took place register marking their Friday appeared before a on September 29, 2008, in attendance in court. special NIA court which is the town of Malegaon. “I All the three accused were hearing the 2008 Malegaon am not aware,” Pragya told asked only two questions blasts case. the court. It is the first by Judge Padlakar of the Thakur, who could not time Pragya, who calls special court. To the first make it to the hearing on herself a Sadhvi, appeared question as to whether Thursday on health before the court after her she was aware of how grounds, arrived at the election to the Lok Sabha. many witnesses have Sessions Court building Pragya Thakur along with been examined by the aided by her associates Military Intelligence prosecution so far, Pragya who helped her climb the officer Lt Col Prasad said she did not know. She stairs and seat herself Purohit, Major (retired) further denied that she inside the court room. At Ramesh Upadhyay, was aware of the blasts in the enclosure meant for Sudhakar Dwivedi, Ajay Malegaon at all. People of Sikh community distributing sweet water to people to mark the Martydom the accused persons, a red Rahirkar, Sameer Only Kulkarni admitted Day of Guru Arjun Dev Ji, in Patna on Friday. velvet cloth was spread by Kulkarni and Sudhakar that he was aware of the Pragya’s supporters for Chaturvedi is the main blasts. Navjot Singh Sidhu goes incommunicado; Kargil War veteran who was declared 'foreigner' gets bail speculation over his next move GUWAHATI, JUNE 7 the Union of India, the Burhanur Rehman, Aman not included in the complete same results in rural Assam government and the Wadud and Samim Ahmed draft of the National areas,”Sukhbir Badal Gauhati High Court on Foreigners' Tribunal, Boko. Barbhuiyan, appeared on Register of Citizens (NRC), said in a tweet. Friday granted bail to a Sanaullah is likely to be behalf of the petitioner, published last year. On the other hand, Aam Kargil War veteran who released from the advocate UK Nair Sanaullah, who retired from Aadmi Party MLA Aman was sent to a detention detention centre on represented the the Army in 2017, was Arora congratulated camp in Assam after a Sanaullah on two local Saturday. His family respondents. awarded the President's Sidhu for becoming the tribunal declared him a sureties of Rs 20,000 each. members had filed the writ The Foreigners' Tribunal at Medal in 2014. Power Minister, urging “foreigner”. The Bench ruled that petition against the Boko had last month A resident of Kolohikash him to review three A Division Bench of Sanaullah cannot leave tribunal's May 23 order declared 52-year-old village in Boko area of power purchase justices Manojit Bhuyan Kamrup district, of which along with the interlocutory Sanaullah a 'foreigner', Kamrup district, he was agreements with private and Prasanta Kumar Deka he is a resident, without application. following which he was sent serving as a sub-inspector thermal power plants heard a writ petition along the permission of its While Supreme Court to the detention centre at in the Assam Border Police signed by the previous with an interlocutory superintendent of police. advocate Indira Jaisingh, Goalpara. before being declared a SAD-BJP government. application and granted It also issued notices on along with Gauhati High He is among the 40 lakh foreigner and dismissed Arora claimed that it bail to Mohammed the respondents, including Court lawyers Syed people whose names were from service. resulted in a financial burden of Rs 2,800 crore per annum on the Qureshi writes to Jaishankar, offers CHANDIGARH, JUNE 7 Sidhu skipped a Cabinet exchequer. meeting. The tension between A day after he was Instead, he chose to Chief Minister Amarinder talks on ‘all important matters’ divested of key portfolios address the media at his Singh and Navjot Singh in a Cabinet rejig, Punjab official residence on Sidhu escalated last attack and both the minister Navjot Singh Thursday. month, when the countries were almost on Sidhu went Sidhu had said that his politician was blamed for the brink of a war after incommunicado, fuelling department was “singled the “inept handling” of India’s military planes speculation on whether he out publicly” for the Lok the Local Government struck a terrorist training will take charge of his new Sabha loss, asserting that Department. camp in Pakistan’s assignment. he could not be taken for The CM had said that Balakot on February 26 The cricketer-turned- granted as he had been a Sidhu’s “failure” to and Pakistan carried out politician and his wife “performer throughout”. initiate any development a counter-offensive the 50 shops burned down in Navjot Kaur stayed away He refuted allegations that work impacted the party next day. from the media on Friday. the party performed prospects in the Lok Breaking the ice in An aide refused to divulge poorly in Punjab’s urban Sabha elections. bilateral ties, Pakistan fire in Anandpur Sahib any details about the areas, saying of the 69 Amarinder Singh had Prime Minister Imran minister amid speculation assembly segments where taken umbrage at Sidhu’s Khan on May 26 spoke to ANANDPUR SAHIB, JUNE 7 over Sidhu’s next move. it won, 34 were urban. “friendly match” jibe ISLAMABAD, JUNE 7 Former foreign secretary Prime Minister Narendra Amid a tussle with Chief Meanwhile, Shiromani during electioneering in Jaishankar assumed Modi on phone and Nearly 50 shops were gutted in a market near Takht Minister Amarinder Singh, Akali Dal president Bathinda. Pakistan Foreign Minister charge as the External expressed his desire to Sri Kesgarh Sahib here when a fire broke out Sidhu was stripped of his Sukhbir Singh Badal took Sidhu had questioned the Shah Mehmood Qureshi in Affairs Minister on May 30. work together for peace reportedly due to a short circuit. The incident local government, tourism potshots at the change of probe into the a letter to his new Indian Qureshi told Jaishankar in and prosperity in the occurred in the wee hours of Friday and damaged and cultural affairs Sidhu’s portfolios. desecration of religious counterpart S Jaishankar the letter that “Islamabad region. goods worth crores. portfolios in the Punjab “Interesting. Amarinder texts in 2015, asking why on Friday said that wants talks with New Modi on his part called Eight vehicles, including two trucks, were also Cabinet reshuffle on removes ‘sherryontop’ no action was taken Islamabad wants talks Delhi on all important for creating trust and an compeletely damaged. Fortunately, no casualty was Thursday. (Sidhu) from the local against the Badals, who with New Delhi on “all matters and remains environment free of reported, even though several people were sleeping in He was given the Power bodies citing his headed the previous important matters” and committed to efforts for violence and terrorism their shops at the time. and New and Renewable performance as the government in the state. remains committed to establishing peace in the for fostering peace and The fire started around 3 am in the electricity control Energy Sources reason for the Cong The Congress had won efforts for establishing region,” the Express prosperity in the region. panel placed on the back side of a snacks shop. It Department. defeat in urban areas in eight of the 13 Lok Sabha peace in the region. Tribune reported quoting India has rejected soon engulfed the entire area when the LPG cylinders The reshuffle, in which the Lok Sabha poll. And seats in Punjab while four Qureshi wrote the letter to diplomatic sources. Pakistan’s offer of talks, in a few shops caught fire. portfolios of most now Sidhu has been given were bagged by the SAD- Jaishankar to congratulate Tensions between the two maintaining that terror Majority of the affected shops used to sell religious ministers were changed, ‘Power’ so that Sidhu can BJP combine and one by him for taking over as the countries worsened after and talks cannot go articles, toys, shoes and eatables and were set up took place hours after ‘perform’ and achieve the the Aam Aadmi Party. External Affairs Minister. the Pulwama terror together. temporarily using the tarpaulin and other plastic material. The land was auctioned for these shops by the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee. No fire dept in town, fire brigade arrived late: Bilkis Bano case: IPS officer sacked a day before retirement Shopkeepers The shopkeepers alleged that the fire was able to spread and cause major loss because of the delayed AHMEDABAD, JUNE 7 “The state Home compensation of Rs 50 were booked for response of the fire brigade. The first fire tender Department had received a lakh to Bano, who was dereliction of duty in the reached the spot more than an hour after a call was Gujarat cadre IPS officer communication from the gang-raped in Randhikpur high-profile case. made to them. RS Bhagora, convicted in Union Home Ministry village in Dahod district After their acquittal was “The fire started a little before 3 am and we the 2002 Bilkis Bano case, ordering dismissal of during the post-Godhra challenged, the Bombay immediately informed the fire brigade. The first fire was dismissed from Bhagora from service on riots. High Court had in 2017 tender, however, reached the spot from Nangal after 4 service by the Union Home May 29. On Bano’s request, the reversed the lower court am,” said a shopkeeper. Ministry on May 30, a day “We had served the order apex court had transferred order and convicted these Locals said there is no fire department in the town before his retirement, a on May 30, which the case to Mumbai in five policemen under and the fire tenders were requisitioned from Nangal senior state government effectively means he was August 2004. Sections 218 (not or Ropar during emergencies. official said on Friday. sacked a day before his A special court in Mumbai performing their duties) The fire department, however, denied that there was The 60-year-old officer, retirement,” said Soni. In March this year, the gang-rape case during the had awarded life sentence and 201 (tampering of any lapse on their part. who was to retire on May As per the government Supreme Court had asked 2002 riots in the state. to 11 men for raping Bano, evidence) of the Indian Sunny, a fireman from Nangal, said they got a call at 31, was serving as Deputy records, Bhagora, a state the Gujarat Government to Among the erring police who was five-month Penal Code (IPC). 3.31 am and rushed to the spot. Fire tenders were Commissioner of Police police service officer, was take disciplinary action officials, four — a deputy pregnant at the time of the The Supreme Court had on brought in from Ropar and the Bhakra Beas (Traffic) with the promoted to the IPS cadre against the erring police superintendent of police, crime, and murdering July 10, 2017 dismissed the Management Board, he said. Ahmedabad police when in 2006. officials, including two inspectors and a seven of her family appeals of Bhagora and the Deputy Commissioner Sumeet Jarangal said the exact his dismissal order came, The dismissal means members during the riots. other policemen against Bhagora, convicted by the constable — have already cause and extent of the loss would be known only said MR Soni, Deputy Bhagora will not get The trial court had the HC order, saying there Bombay High Court for retired from service. after an inquiry. Anandpur Sahib SDM Kanu Garg will Secretary (Inquiry), benefits entitled to retired dereliction of duty in the The Supreme Court had acquitted five policemen, was “clear-cut evidence” conduct the inquiry. Gujarat Home Department. government employees. sensational Bilkis Bano also awarded a including Bhagora, who against them. the northlines 10 SPORTS Jammu | Saturday| June 08| 2019 Brazil’s Neymar in trouble over intimate Nadal hands Federer worst Slam loss in pics of woman accusing him of rape 11 years to reach 12th French Open final

PARIS, JUNE 07 games of the second set, BRAZIL, JUNE 07 “suffered a severe sprain of wanted to have sex with public backing for the only to be broken straight the outer lateral ligament him. player ahead of the match Defending champion back as Nadal curled a Brazil’s Neymar gave a of his right ankle,” and will The player paid for her with Qatar, and later Rafael Nadal powered trademark forehand up statement at a Rio de be “reassessed by the plane ticket from Brazil visited him at the hospital. past Roger Federer in the the line. Janeiro police station club’s medical department and put her up in a Paris “I wish you a good and fast French Open semi-finals Federer was throwing Thursday in a probe into within the next 72 hours.” hotel. recovery,” Bolsonaro said on Friday, to move within everything he had at whether he broke the law The injury caps a troubled Things changed on Instagram beneath a one victory of a record- Nadal, but the by posting intimate season on and off the field dramatically at their first photo of him and Neymar. extending 12th Roland indomitable left-hander pictures of a woman who for Neymar, who faces encounter, Trindade said. Neymar posted a photo of Garros title after handing accused him of rape. accusations that he raped “He was aggressive, totally was simply too strong. his swollen ankle on his oldest rival his worst The key moments came The football megastar -- Najila Trindade Mendes de different than the boy that I Instagram with a message: Grand Slam defeat in 11 full name Neymar da Silva Souza, in a Paris hotel in got to know on the towards the end of the “After the storm comes the years. second set, when second Santos Junior -- went to the May. messages. calm.” The 33-year-old produced stunning 92-2 win-loss The defeat leaves Federer seed Nadal managed to station in an attempt to “We have testified to clear “Since I really wanted to be Sponsors however are not a masterful performance record on the Paris clay, still waiting for a first hold under severe defend himself, sitting in a up everything we needed with him I said, OK, I’m calm. Mastercard canceled to get past Federer 6-3, 6- wheelchair after spraining to. We have full confidence going to try to handle this,” having beaten Federer for victory over Nadal on clay pressure to level at 4-4, a Neymar-themed ad 4, 6-2 in the last four on his ankle the night before that we will prove my client she said. before putting the pedal campaign that was to be Court Philippe Chatrier the sixth time in as many since 2009 in Madrid. in a pre-Copa America is innocent,” his lawyer After some kissing and down to break despite broadcast during the Copa and set up a final clash French Open meetings Topsy-turvy start friendly that has ruled him Maira Freita said. caressing “he started to hit having trailed 40-0. America, Spanish media with either world number despite difficult, windy A topsy-turvy start saw out of the tournament. Neymar denies the claims. me ... then he began to hurt The defending champion reported, while Nike one Novak Djokovic or conditions. the Spaniard race As he made his way out In an attempt to defend me a lot, and I asked him to Nadal also leads his through the first three confidently served out the through a media scrum himself, he published stop because it hurt.” expressed its “deep Austrian fourth seed concern” on Monday. Dominic Thiem on overall head-to-head games before Federer set to love to move one after giving his statement intimate WhatsApp According to Trindade, against Federer 24-15, broke back as the wind step closer to the final, to police, the star striker messages and images of Neymar apologized, but Neymar’s injury also Sunday. leaves a question mark It will be Nadal’s 12th and 14-2 on clay after played havoc with the where he will look to lift expressed gratitude to his his encounter with then continued to hurt her ending a run of five players’ serves from one the trophy for a third fans for their support. Trindade on social media - while they had intercourse. over the future career of a appearance in the straights losses to the 37- end. successive year. “I felt very loved,” he said. - without her consent, A video circulating on player who cost Qatar- championship match, owned Paris Saint- which he has never lost year-old. But Nadal grabbed a 4-2 Federer’s chances were The injury to the world’s possibly breaking Brazilian social media showed slipping away quickly, most expensive player is a law. Trindade hitting Neymar in Germain a world-record before. A tally of just nine games advantage in a marathon and he received a huge blow to host nation Such an offense carries a a hotel room and accusing fee of 222 million euros “It’s incredible to play meant it was Federer’s sixth game as Federer, warning after angrily Brazil’s preparations for maximum five-year jail him of assaulting her the ($248 million) when he with Roger here,” said heaviest defeat in a looking to become the the South American term. day before. moved from Barcelona in Nadal. Grand Slam match since oldest Grand Slam finalist hitting the ball into the continental championship, - ‘Difficult moment’ - Trindade’s lawyer Danilo 2017. “Congratulations to him— managing only four since Ken Rosewall at the upper reaches of Philippe which begins on June 14. Just before the late Garcia Andrade said Ankle problems ruled him to be at his level at 37, against Nadal in their 1974 US Open, dumped a Chatrier after a flick off Neymar hobbled off the Wednesday game the SBT Thursday his client has out of the second half of the it’s incredible. I say thank famously one-sided 2008 forehand into the net. the net chord helped field in the 20th minute of TV network aired an received threats, adding: just-completed Ligue 1 you to the Parisian fans, Roland Garros final. The crowd were roaring Nadal break in game Brazil’s 2-0 win over Qatar interview with Trindade in “It is very difficult for her to season in France. When because it’s magnificent Nadal made only 19 on Federer as he saved a three of the third set. in Brasilia on Wednesday. A which she described take on board that what Neymar did finally return for me to be in another unforced errors, crushing set point, but gasped in Another break in large ice pack had been suffering “aggression she lived through was in to the team, he played as final. 33 winners as Federer appreciation of a rasping Federer’s next service strapped to his lower right together with rape” at the fact rape.” PSG suffered a shock “It’s always a pleasure to struck 25, although that Nadal backhand winner game effectively signalled leg. hands of the player. In a sign of how significant defeat to Rennes in the play with him. It’s always amount could easily have which clinched the the end of the contest, Neymar’s club, Paris Saint- Trindade, who works as a a figure Neymar remains in French Cup final -- and a difficult match against been doubled against any opening set. and Nadal wrapped up an Germain, tweeted model, acknowledged she Brazilian life, President afterward lashed out at a him.” opponent other than the The Swiss turned on the impressive victory as his Thursday that the player initially liked Neymar and Jair Bolsonaro offered his supporter in the stands. The third seed now has a 11-time champion. style to take the first two rival fired a return long. BCCI CoA seeks government Sports fraternity supports Dhoni England must learn from painful permission to host Pakistan Women in glove controversy Dutch defeat: Southgate NEW DELHI, JUNE 07 Singh Dhoni? case,” Rijiju I support Mahi brother. Jai GUIMARAES, JUNE 07 is bound to come Stones wrote on his Twitter hind Jai Bharat...,” she and Barkley’s way. NEW DELHI, JUNE 07 always taken the do not know what will England manager Gareth “If we didn’t play that way government’s viewpoint,” happen against Pakistan, The sports fraternity on handle. wrote on her Twitter Friday came out in support Dhoni also received handle. Southgate promised his we would never progress CoA, which governs the Rai said. but yes all the matches side would learn from an to be a top team,” said BCCI, has sought Celebrated former India are important for us and of Mahendra Singh Dhoni support from Chennai R P Singh, too, was left for wearing the dagger Super Kings teammate and bemused by the ICC’s error-strewn performance Southgate. permission from the skipper Edulji said that we should try to play as the Netherlands “That’s the way I believe government to host the series is not bilateral, positive and good cricket insignia on his wicket- India batsman Suresh stance on the issue. keeping gloves during Raina, former pacer R P “Tough for me to progressed to the final of they can play and should Pakistan for One-Day however, acknowledged in those matches,” the Nations League by play. International series as that they will abide by the Goswami had said. India’s World Cup game Singh, London Olympics understand how against South Africa, with bronze medallist wrestler @msdhoni’s on field coming from behind to “The errors were part of the ICC Women’s government. Prior to the concluded beat the Three Lions 3-1 uncharacteristic, it was Championship. Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju Yogeshwar Dutt and India gesture on his glove is a “We have written to the series against England, on Thursday. just poor execution and The underway ICC government for which India won 2-1, ODI urging the BCCI to resolve sprinter Hima Das. problem to @ICC. His fans Defeat means England’s fatigue. I’ve got to not Women’s Championship is permission. Let’s see what skipper Mithali Raj, too, the issue. “We all love our country & have taken inspiration out long wait for a trophy overreact to those things played with all eight teams they do. We will definitely had said matches against During the match in that’s exactly @msdhoni of it and he himself is a since 1966 goes on and the and support them in a - Australia, England, India, abide by the government England were of prime Southampton on has done, saluting the respected Lt.Col, really Dutch thoroughly difficult moment for New Zealand, Pakistan, as it has always been the importance as playing Wednesday, Dhoni’s green sacrifices of our heroes & strange.#MSDhoni,” he deserved their place in everybody.” South Africa, Sri Lanka case. It is not a bilateral against Pakistan would keeping gloves had a honouring them. It should wrote. Sunday’s final against De Jong shines and the West Indies - series, it is ICC probably not become a dagger logo embossed, be taken as an act of Former India football Portugal. The Netherlands failed to taking on each other in a Championship which is for reality. which looked more like an patriotism & not captain Bhaichung Bhutia, Marcus Rashford’s even qualify for the last three-match ODI series on the qualification of the “The last time, I Army insignia. nationalism,” Raina however, believes Dhoni penalty gave England a two major tournaments. a home or away basis. team for the World Cup. So remember that we were While his gesture was tweeted. should remove the logo and first-half lead against the However, the young talent ((ICC?World Cup 2019: Full those points are there (in short of three points and appreciated by fans, the Yogeshwar, who won two follow the rules. Coverage)) the letter),” Edulji said. that is why we had to play ICC requested the BCCI to gold medals at the 2010 “A player should go by the run of play, but Matthijs de that has seen a dramatic Based on the She further said that in the qualifiers. It has ask Dhoni to remove the and 2014 Commonwealth rules and regulations. If it’s Ligt made amends for his turnaround in their championship, the host of the New Zealand meeting always been on our minds sign from the gloves, citing Games, said removing the against that, then Dhoni error in leading to the fortunes was in evidence the World Cup 2021, New of the ICC, it was decided that we probably would rules that forbid display of logo will be an insult to the will have to remove it,” spot-kick to level 17 with Barcelona-bound Zealand, and top four that the six points will be not play against Pakistan messages “which relate to Indian Army.“The demand Bhutia told a TV channel. minutes from time. Frenkie de Jong other teams will gain shared if there was a and that is why, whatever political, religious or racial for the removal of this It is learnt that the ICC’s England contributed to outstanding in midfield. direct qualification for the genuine reason. matches we play against activities or causes”. badge #ICC is not only an Cricket Operations team their own downfall in “I heard he was player of ICC’s pinnacle event. During England women’s whoever, we should play However, the BCCI sent a insult to the sacrifices of will now discuss the matter extra-time with a comedy the match tonight, well CoA chief Vinod Rai and tour of India in February those keeping in mind that formal request to the ICC the Indian Army but the with the World Cup’s Event of errors for both goals. deserved,” said member Diana Edulji this year, India speedster we need those points,” for clearance with Indian Army. We all have Technical committee and John Stones and Ross Netherlands boss Ronald confirmed that they have Jhulan Goswami had said Mithali had said. Committee of fellow countrymen with the BCCI will have to prove Barkley were at fault as Koeman. written a letter to the the BCCI will decide the Each match comprises of Administrators (CoA) chief Dhoni. that the dagger insignia is Kyle Walker’s own goal “Most of the people are government despite the fate of India and Pakistan two ICC Women’s Vinod Rai insisting that #DhoniKeepTheGlove not military symbolism and and Quincy Promes’s always looking what he is prevailing political tension fixtures. However, the Championship points. there was nothing @msdhoni @ICC @BCCI,” only then Dhoni would be simple finish sent Holland doing with the ball, how between the two nations, world number one ODI India are currently on the commercial or religious he wrote. allowed to continue into the final. calm he is, but if you see which has prevented the bowler stressed the third place in the table about the logo.“... The issue Hima, who is the first sporting it. Southgate’s men were defensive wise how many men’s teams to contest in importance of having the with 16 points from 15 is connected with the Indian to win a gold in a Dhoni is an Honorary attempting to build on the balls he is winning in any bilateral series for the matches as the points matches. On the other sentiments of the country. track event at the IAAF Lieutenant Colonel in the success of reaching a first midfield. It looks so easy, last six years. were at stake. hand, Pakistan are in the the interest of the nation World U20 Championships, Parachute Regiment of the World Cup semi-final for but it isn’t.” “Yes, we have (written a “It (matches between India fifth position with 15 has to be kept in mind. I also threw her weight Territorial Army and 28 years, but their display De Ligt also looks set to letter). As regards playing and Pakistan) will be points from as many urge the BCCI to? take a behind Dhoni. dagger is part of their showed much work is still leave Ajax with a host of Pakistan in India, we have decided by the BCCI. We games. fair step in the Mahendra “INDIA with Dhoni brother. emblem. to be done if they are to top European clubs after end their trophy drought his signature, but he had a next summer at Euro 2020 moment to forget just after with the semi-finals and the half-hour mark. final to be played on home The 19-year-old failed to Mughal Club wins by 21 N Gopalaswami appointed BCCI’s electoral officer soil at Wembley. control a simple pass and “I think it’s a really then chopped down important game for us to Rashford, who picked runs in Poonch Cricket he will be operating from the BCCI State Associations by the electoral reflect on,” said himself up to slot home headquarters from here. officer will be completed. Southgate. the resulting penalty. SPORTS & ALLIED NEWS Waseem contributed 32 On May 21, the CoA had announced The elections of the state “The next few days will be However, De Ligt showed POONCH, JUNE 07 runs runs each. From Star that BCCI elections would be held associations will be completed on painful having got to this great character to make Buffliaz, Ravinder and on October 22, 2019. September 14. stage, but we will be amends by powering home Mughal Club made it a Manzoor shared two It had been announced earlier that The names of representatives of the stronger for the a header from a corner as fine 21 runs win against wickets each. the electoral officer would be State Associations to the BCCI will experience.” the Netherlands’ pressure Star Buffliaz Club in the In reply, Star Buffliaz appointed by June 30. be finalised on September 23. Southgate defended his finally told. ongoing District Poonch Club could make 208 runs The electoral protocol for the BCCI The preparation of the electoral roll decision to leave out all “We dropped too deep and Cricket Tournament, in 29.5 overs losing all elections will be prepared by the of nominees qualified for the BCCI seven of the Champions it took them to equalise for MUMBAI, JUNE 07 League finalists in his us to step it up again,” organised by J&K Cricket their wickets. Hanief electoral officer in consultation with elections will be done on September Association (JKCA) at contributed highest 56 squad from Tottenham and lamented Kane. the CoA and will be communicated 30. Sports Stadium, here runs and Shoaib added Supreme Court appointed CoA on Liverpool as captain Harry Just when there seemed to all state associations. And finally, the elections of BCCI today. 47. Friday announced N Gopalaswami Kane and Jordan only one winner, England The appointment of the electoral will be held on October 22. Batting first, after winning Waseem was the wrecker as the BCCI’s electoral officer to Henderson were left on produced their best move officer will be done by the The Supreme Court-appointed CoA the toss, Mughal Club set in chief, who claimed five supervise the elections of the the bench. of the game as Stones, Ben respective State Association on July that currently consists of chief a target of 229 runs after wickets for 41 runs in cricketing board and the Indian And the England boss also Chilwell, Barkley and 1. Vinod Rai and members Diana they lost all their wickets eight overs he bowled. Cricketers Association. insisted his side must Raheem Sterling moved By August 14, the process of Edulji and Lt General Ravi Thodge persist with passing the the ball from one end to in given 40 overs. Niaz Niaz was named man of Gopalaswami is a former Chief preparation of the list of members, has now run Indian cricket for more ball out from the back the other before Jesse played brilliant innings of the match for his 74 runs Election Commissioner of India and 74 runs while Sajjad and innings. protocol and electoral roll of the than two years. despite the criticism that Lingard slotted home. the northlines 11 BUSINESS Jammu | Saturday| June 08| 2019 HDFC Bank offers #ParivartanGrants Colgate Palmolive India launches the to 25 social sector start-ups Keep India Smiling mission JAMMU TAWI, JUNE 07 who are recipients of that build value. 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Patrick and Vera reprise the roles of Ed and GS Caltex India Sensex falls over 200 Lorraine Warren in 'Annabelle Comes Home' points, Nifty tests 11,800 a priest's holy blessing inorder to keep celebrates World Annabelle from wreaking more havoc. But, a year later, an unholy night of horror downgrades for the awaits the Warrens' ten-year-old company. The stock was daughter, Judy, and her friends after a Environment Day trading over 4 per cent visit to the room awakens Annabelle...and lower in early session. all the evil spirits residing there. 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NEW DELHI, JUNE 07 by Shobu Yarlagadda, Brussels International Best Choreography. debuted in the film Rehna producer N. N. Sippy and His recently released film over six years, as a Producer of the biggest Fantastic Film Festival, and Ketan Mehta: Ketan Mehta Hai Tere Dil Mein (2001). second cousin of actor was Hero and recent director, producer and The 10th edition of the blockbuster Indian movie- Baahubali 2: The is a well-known Indian film She subsequently featured Tusshar Kapoor and production release was actor. Sameer graduated World's largest travelling Baahubali, Farah Khan- Conclusion (2017) director with over 20 years' in films, including Tumsa producer Ekta Kapoor. He Katti Batti. Sameer Saxena: from the Indian Institute of film festival- Jagran Film established Indian film premiered at the British experience in the Nahin Dekha (2004), Dus worked as an assistant Sameer Saxena is the Chief Technology (IIT) Bombay in Festival (JFF) shared the director and producer and Film Institute. Baahubali entertainment industry. (2005), Lage Raho director with Sudhir Content Officer and Head, 2002. Basant Rathore, list of jurors for feature two-time National Award became the highest His work includes ten Munnabhai (2006), Mishra in Is Raat Ki Subah The Viral Fever Originals. Senior Vice President, films & short films. With winner Ketan Mehta. grossing Indian feature films, seven Honeymoon Travels Pvt. Nahin (1996), for which he He has created and Jagran Prakashan said, the film festival celebrating While the short films will multilingual film franchise documentaries and two Ltd. (2007), Shootout at also co-wrote the directed super-hit web "We are delighted to a decade of cinematic be reviewed by well known of all time globally with a television serials with Lokhandwala (2007), screenplay. He also worked series such as Permanent welcome on board a culture, the festival has film actress and producer cumulative box office expertise in diverse media Krazzy 4 (2008) and Sanju under Dharma Productions Roommates, TVF Tripling fantastic jury who has the roped in veteran industry Diya Mirza; film producer, earnings of approximately forms from Film to (2018). She co-owns a and assisted in Karan and the recent hit web enviable task of choosing insiders as the jury director and screenwriter Rs 1,900 crore. Television to Commercials production house, Born Johar's first two directorial series, 'YehMeri Family'. the first amongst equals. members for both the Nikkhil Advani; and writer, Farah Khan: She has to Shorts. Mehta's first Free Entertainment, with projects, Kuch Kuch Hota With over 15 years of Looking forward to an sections. This year's jury of director and Chief Content established herself as a film, Bhavni Bhavai, won her husband Sahil Sangha. Hai (1998) and Kabhi experience in direction, exciting edition of the JFF features acclaimed & Officer and Head of The globally renowned film him wide acclaim. His films Currently she is making Khushi Kabhi Gham (2001). Sameer began his career noted Indian film Viral Fever Originals director and producer, with have been selected for her web debut as an He also assisted Aditya in consulting in 2002. After festival." The Festival kick producers, directors, Sameer Saxena. After a Filmfare Best Director various international film actress with the ZEE5 web Chopra in Mohabbatein a seven-year stint, he went starts from 18th July in screenwriters & actors reviewing the movies, the Award nomination for her festivals such as Nantes series Kaafir. (2000). After the release of on to work with some of Delhi travelling through from the film fraternity. jurors will then select a directorial debut Main (France) and the Moscow Nikkhil Advani: Nikkhil Patiala House in 2011, the most reputed names in Kanpur, Lucknow, The film festival will short film for Best Short Hoon Na. She became the Film Festival. Mirch Masala Advani is an Indian film Nikkhil Advani has the industry, such as White Allahabad, Varanasi, Agra, witness a different set of Film award category. second female director to was one of acclaimed film producer, director, partnered with Monisha Tiger Productions and Meerut, Dehradun, Hisar, jury members for both the Shobu Yarlagadda: Shobhu be nominated for Filmfare and won the Best Film screenwriter and one of the Advani and Madhu Endemol India, where he Ludhiana, Patna, Ranchi, categories- Feature & short produced the two-part Best Director Award. Farah Award at Hawaii. co-founders of Emmay Bhojwani to form Emmay directed Bigg Boss Season Jamshedpur, Gorakhpur, films. mega blockbuster film Khan has also won six Diya Mirza: Film actress, Entertainment, a motion Entertainment. Emmay 6. Before joining TVF, Raipur, Indore, and Bhopal, The feature films for the Baahubali. The first film Filmfare Awards for Best producer and beauty queen picture production Entertainment's first Sameer founded Gravity across the 18 cities and 'Best feature film award Baahubali: The Beginning Choreography and the who won the Miss Asia company. Advani is the production was D-Day, a Motion Pictures and was a finally culminates on 29th category' will be reviewed (2015) premiered at the National Film Award for Pacific 2000 title, Diya grandnephew of late film directed by Nikkhil. part of the organization for September in Mumbai. + + 12 JAMMU || SATURDAY | JUNE | 08 || 2019 THE NORTHLINES Imran writes to Modi, says Pak wants Heat wave likely to talks with India to resolve all disputes continue next week: IMD NEW DELHI, JUNE 07 ISLAMABAD, JUNE 07 talks between the two countries worsened after prosperity in South Asia. Earlier in the day, Pakistan nations were the only the Pulwama terror attack Modi on his part called for Foreign Minister Shah Heatwave conditions are Pakistan Prime Minister solution to help both and both the countries creating trust and an Mehmood Qureshi also likely to continue in north Imran Khan in a letter to countries’ people overcome were almost on the brink of environment free of wrote to his new Indian and central India next his Indian counterpart poverty and that it was a war after India’s military violence and terrorism for counterpart S Jaishankar, week, the India Narendra Modi on Friday important to work together planes struck a terrorist fostering peace and saying that Islamabad Meteorological said Islamabad wants talks for regional development, training camp in Pakistan’s prosperity in the region. wants talks with New Delhi Department has said. with New Delhi to resolve the Geo TV reported. Balakot on February 26 and India has rejected on “all important matters” The meteorological all reconcilable problems, Khan said Pakistan desires Pakistan carried out a Pakistan’s offer of talks, and remains committed to department has predicted including the Kashmir the resolution of all counter-offensive the next maintaining that terror and efforts for establishing a "severe heatwave" in issue, according to a media problems, including that of day. talks cannot go together. peace in the region. Madhya Pradesh, Uttar report, a day after India the Kashmir issue, it said. On May 26, breaking the ice No bilateral meeting has Qureshi told Jaishankar in Pradesh, Rajasthan and said there will be no This is the second time in bilateral ties, Khan been planned between PM the letter that “Islamabad Vidarbha in Maharashtra the days during (the next India could also increase. bilateral meeting between after Modi was re-elected spoke to Modi Modi and his Pakistani wants talks with New Delhi from Saturday till one) week," the IMD said. Therefore, the heatwave the two leaders on the to power that the Pakistani congratulating him on the counterpart Khan on the on all important matters Tuesday. There is a likelihood of zone could extend towards sidelines of the SCO Premier has expressed his massive electoral victory in sidelines of the SCO and remains committed to "Heatwave conditions are similar temperature to interior Odisha, north- summit in Bishkek. desire to work together the General Election and Summit in Kyrgyzstan’s efforts for establishing likely to prevail over continue, especially after coastal Andhra Pradesh, In a letter to Modi with India for the expressing his desire to capital Bishkek, the peace in the region,” the Rajasthan, Madhya the subdued rainfall over Jharkhand and Bihar congratulating him on his betterment of their work with him towards the External Affairs Ministry Express Tribune reported Pradesh, north major parts of India. during this period, the second term as the Prime peoples. advancing the objective of said on Thursday in New quoting diplomatic Chhattisgarh and south It is likely that the severity weather department said. Minister of India, Khan said Tensions between the two peace, progress and Delhi. sources. Uttar Pradesh on most of of the heat over eastern (AGENCIES) My visit to Maldives, Sri Lanka will reflect Five days on, no trace of missing AN-32 of IAF

ITANAGAR, JUNE 07 The search operation India's focus on Neighbourhood first : PM encompasses an area of There was no about 2,500 square km NEW DELHI, JUNE 07 with key maritime past. I am confident that inaugurating a coastal breakthrough in the which falls under Kaying neighbours," Mr Modi said my visit will further deepen surveillance radar system search of the AN-32 and Payum circle of Siang Prime Minister Narendra in a pre departure our multifaceted and a Comprehensive aircraft of the Indian Air district. Modi on Friday said his statement. partnership," Mr Modi said. Training Centre (CTC) for Force that went missing “The IAF is in regular visit to the Maldives and Mr Modi's visit to the Prime Minister also said Maldives national forces as with 13 persons on board touch with the families of Sri Lanka beginning June 8, Maldives will be first that his visit to Sri Lanka is part of a joint defence with operations continuing missing air warriors. All Saturday reflects the bilateral visit after NDA to express "our solidarity" cooperation pact on June 8. for the fifth day on Friday possible assistance is importance India attaches retained power in the with the Government and "The coastal surveillance amid inclement weather, being provided to the to its 'Neighbourhood First' recently held Lok Sabha the people of Sri Lanka in radar system and the CTC officials said. Border Police along with employed to scan the area families. Some family policy. polls. the wake of the terrible are part of the Action Plan IAF spokesperson Wing locals and district for any probable clues,” he members met Defence "I would be visiting the "We regard the Maldives as terrorist attacks there last for defence cooperation," Commander Ratnakar administration officials are said. Minister Rajnath Singh on Maldives and Sri Lanka on a valued partner with Easter on April 21, 2019. he said. Singh said despite searching areas around The IAF said Army, police, June 6 and they were 8th and 9th June. These whom we share deep "India stands with Sri Mr Gokhale said both sides inclement weather, the Siang district, official state government, briefed about the search visits indicate the bonds of history and Lanka in the fight against are also keen to give a joint search operations by sources said. paramilitary forces and efforts. AOC-in-C, Eastern importance we attach to culture. Our bilateral terrorism," he wrote. boost to people-to-people IAF, Army and local A senior IAF official said P- local people are lending Air Command, Air Marshal the policy of relations with the Maldives Foreign Secretary Vijay relationship. administrations were 8I of the Navy undertook a crucial support in the R D Mathur had earlier 'Neighbourhood First' and have been greatly Gokhale on Thursday said Gokhale said the Ministry continued. search mission from search operation. met the families of missing will further cement ties strengthened in the recent India and Maldives are of External Affairs is “Search operations by Arakonnam base on Friday “Army search parties have air warriors at Jorhat,” the expected sign a number of working with the Board of helicopters, P-8I of the morning. been in the area for over official said. agreements to deepen Cricket Control in India Indian Navy, besides “The helicopters, two days, going through The Russian-origin cooperation in specific (BCCI) to train Maldivian C130J and ground parties transport aircraft, UAVs thick forest trying to locate transport aircraft took off + areas during Mr Modi's cricketers after President of the Indian Army and and other sensors are the aircraft. Senior Air from Assam’s Jorhat at + visit. Ibrahim Mohamed Solih locals were conducted but involved in extensive Staff Officer of Eastern Air 12.27 pm on Monday for On Sri Lanka, Mr Modi said had requested for India's there was no sight of the search and rescue Command is coordinating the Mechuka Advanced India's ties with it have assistance in developing aircraft,” Singh said. whenever weather is and supervising search Landing Ground in Shi- gained considerable the sport in his country. He added that the search permitting. The search operations at Along. Yomi district of Arunachal momentum in the last few "One of the focus in our ties operations by helicopters area continues to expand “IAF is not sparing any Pradesh. Its last contact + years. with the Maldives is on were called off due to low to look at all possibilities. effort in locating the with the ground control + Sri Lankan President people-to-people lights and would resume All electronic, radar, missing air warriors. We was at 1 pm. Maithripala Sirisena relationship and in looking on Saturday morning. optical and infrared stand in support of the Eight crew members and + visited India to India to at ways to strengthen Ground teams of Indian sensors, including families in these difficult five passengers were on + attend Modi's swearing-in it...Among the requests, Army and Indo-Tibetan satellites, are being times,” the officer said. board the aircraft. ceremony on May 30. which are under + Mr Modi's visit continues examination, is a cricket + "regular top level stadium in the Maldives. exchanges" between two We expect to build it under sides, Foreign Secretary Mr the line of credit that we Gokhale has said on plan to give," he has said. Thursday. In April, Maldives Earlier, Maldives President President Ibrahim Ibrahim Mohamed Solih Mohamed Solih attended had made a state visit to an Indian Premier League India in December 2018. (IPL) match in Bengaluru. During his stay in the Prime Minister will also Maldives, Prime Minister visit Sri Lanka on June 9. Modi will address the India will build a container Majlis, Parliament of the terminal for the main island nation. Colombo Port as part of a Mr Modi and the Maldives joint venture with Japan President Solih will be and Sri Lanka.

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