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SSP/LW/NP-34/2016-18 Follow us on: Established 1864 OPINION 8 Published From WORLD 12 SPORT 15 DELHI LUCKNOW BHOPAL THIRTY MINUTES IN SHARIFS’ JAIL SENTENCES SRIKANTH ENTERS BHUBANESWAR RANCHI RAIPUR SALISBURY AND TWO RUSSIANS SUSPENDED, TO BE RELEASED CHINA OPEN PRE-Q/F CHANDIGARH DEHRADUN Late City Vol. 154 Issue 254 LUCKNOW, THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 20, 2018; PAGES 16 `3 *Air Surcharge Extra if Applicable PURSUE YOUR PASSION: SUNNY} LEONE } 14 VIVACITY www.dailypioneer.com No info from UAE Bhagwat deplores cow vigilantism on extradition of RSS chief demands Ram Temple at the earliest, hails inter-caste marriage DIPAK UPRETI n NEW DELHI small farmers, the RSS head Michel, says CBI said anyone believing that exis- SS chief Mohan Bhagwat tence of cow is for the benefit Quotes Agusta middleman cation from the United Arab Ron Wednesday called for of society would not indulge in Emirates (UAE). building a grand Ram Temple the act of lynching. * As a Sangh worker, head of goes into hiding, Michel’s lawyer Amal at Ayodhya at the earliest and At the same time, he assert- the sangh and as a part of Alsubei told an Indian televi- disapproved of lynching in the ed that cow smugglers should Ram Janambhoomi says his lawyer sion news channel that he name of cow vigilantism. He also be condemned and talked andaloan, I want that a could not be found. also called for mainitaining about. “The double-faced dia- grand Ram Temple should be PNS n NEW DELHI “He will be arrested if demographic balance and sup- logue cannot be allowed,” he constructed at the earliest at found. He is likely to appeal to ported growing acceptance of affirmed. the birthplace of Lord Ram he CBI on Wednesday said the Supreme Court,” Alsubei inter-caste marriage in society. The RSS chief said service Tit has not received any told NDTV channel, adding Speaking at the third and to cow leads to a definite dilu- * The construction of a grand information from the UAE Michel can file his appeal till final day of the RSS mega con- tion in criminal instincts. Ram Temple will help in authorities on the extradition of October 2. clave, “Bhavishya Ka Bharat — Touching on variety of ending a major reason for Christian Michel, the alleged Sources said the UAE An RSS Perspective”, Bhagwat topics during the question- tension between Hindus and middleman in the authorities on August 26 asked made a strong pitch for the answer session, he called for Muslims, and if the Temple is AgustaWestland helicopter a Dubai court on the possibil- construction of the Ram continuing with reservations built in a harmonious way, scam, even as the controversial ity of extraditing a British Temple, which has remained for the SC/ST as provided in then there will be no more British national has reported- national to a third country. On the Sangh’s most favored agen- the Constitution and sought a pointing of fingers at ly gone into “hiding”. September 2, the court gave its da for years. “It should have population control policy Muslims CBI sources said the opinion stating that extradition happened by now (the con- which should be applicable for agency was awaiting confir- is possible depending upon struction of Ram Temple at all the communities. * Where there are more babies mation from the Ministry of the severity of crime. The court Ayodhya). If this happens it Supporting inter-caste but means to bring them up External Affairs (MEA) on is said to have decreed that would resolve many issues, marriages, Bhagwat claimed are limited... If their reports about the extradition of Michel can be extradited to including differences between that maximum examples of RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat speaks on the last day at the event titled ‘Future of Bharat: An RSS perspective’ in New Delhi on upbringing is not good, then the middleman following an India. It remains unclear if the Hindus and Muslims. It is the such marriages could be found Wednesday PTI they will not become good order from a Dubai court on Dubai court issued an extradi- question of faith of crores of in the Nagpur organisation. citizens. Keeping this in September 2. tion order against the European Hindus,” he said. He did not approve of reli- asked for. why second RSS chief Guru ment to grab power and not mind, a policy on population The CBI was in touch with middleman in the absence of “As a Sangh worker, head of gious conversions by allure- Replying to the written Golwarkar’s “Bunch of public service. The question- should be prepared the MEA but the latter is yet to confirmation from the CBI. the sangh and as a part of Ram ment but had no objection to questions, he said the BJP was Thoughts” sees Muslims as an naire was apparently referring receive an official communi- Continued on Page 7 Janambhoomi andaloan, I want the conversion on one’s own given general secretary (organ- enemy, Bhagwat said certain to Prime Minister Narendra * We have to reject the double- that a grand Ram temple will. In this regard, he gave an ised) since it approached the thing are time and context Modi’s speech during Uttar speak as there is no talk of should be constructed at the example of a Chitpawan RSS and identified with “our specific and hasten to add that Pradesh Assembly polls in violence by cow smugglers earliest at the birthplace of Brahmin in Maharashtra who ideology”. his other works should be read. 2016. Lord Ram,” he said. turned a devotee of Jesus. “Jo mangata hai to dete He said Muslims are as much The RSS chief sought a * RSS completely supports the Bhagwat did not approve of On the SC/ST atrocities hain, mange ge to denge”, h e part of the country as anybody population control policy that reservation given by the those involved in lynching in (Prevention) Act as passed by said adding BJP supported else and maintained that his also takes care of the demo- Constitution to remove social the name of protecting cows Parliament, he said it should Ram Mandir and so in return organisation didn’t consider graphic balance. The RSS stigmas. The decision saying Muslims are also among not be misused against any one received the RSS backing. any community as minority. leader said it should be applic- regarding reservation those who run gaushalas. and none should be subjected The RSS leader said during Asked why in politics able to all communities. continuity has to be taken by “Gaushala acchhi chalane to injustice. Emergency, dissident Congress terms like “Shamshan and Bhagwat did not favour use those to whom reservation wale Musalman bhi hain”, Bhagwat said the RSS was leader Jagjivan Ram and even Kabristan” are thrown around of NOTA by voters that, he has been granted. Whenever Bhagwat said. ready to offer its “swayamse- Marxists got support from the in poll campaigns, the Sangh said, only helps in the selection they feel it is not necessary, Stating that cow could be vaks” to any other political Sangh. head said this happens when of the most unsuitable they will decide the mainstay of the economy of party other than the BJP if so On another question as politics becomes an instru- candidate. ‘Honey-trapped’ Ordinance makes triple talaq crime Border tense day the Bill in the next session of by ISI, BSF man Took this route Parliament for the sake of “gen- after BSF jawan der justice, gender equality as Opp refused and gender dignity”. While the proposed law held by UP ATS to support Bill makes it a “non-bailable” mutilated by Pak offence, an accused can PNS n LUCKNOW vital information of defence approach a magistrate even MOHIT KANDHARI n JAMMU Vulnerable patches along and BSF in violation of Officials in RS: Minister before trial to seek bail. In a the International Border have leuths of Uttar Pradesh Secret Act. The woman was PNS n NEW DELHI non-bailable offence, bail can- he brutal killing of a BSF been spruced up to prevent SAnti-Terrorist Squad reportedly working for not be granted by police at the Tjawan and mutilation of his fresh attacks by the BAT. claimed to have arrested a Pakistani espionage agency ISI. he Centre on Wednesday police station itself. Prasad body by the Pakistan Rangers According to BSF state- Border Security Force (BSF) The DGP said that infor- Tcame out with an said a provision has been added has sparked off fresh tensions ment, “An area domination constable on the charge shar- mation about the constable Ordinance to ban instant triple to allow the magistrate to grant along the International Border patrol of the BSF was targeted ing defence secrets with the was passed on to UP Police by talaq, the related legislation of bail “after hearing the wife”. ahead of the second anniver- by the Pakistan Rangers in agents of Pakistan ISI (Inter- the Military Intelligence agency which was blocked by the Officials later said the mag- sary of “surgical” strikes. Ramgarh sector around 10.40 Services Intelligence). He was in Chandigarh after which they Opposition parties in its pre- istrate would ensure that bail is BSF jawans recovered the am on Tuesday morning. The honey-trapped on the social trapped the constable in Noida sent form in the Rajya Sabha. granted only after the husband badly mutilated body of the BSF jawans were engaged in the media by a woman who two days back. The Union Cabinet chaired Muslim men shout slogans against Ordinance in Mumbai on Wednesday AP agrees to grant compensation missing jawan along the fenc- task of clearing wild grass to claimed to be a defence The accused, a native of by Prime Minister Narendra to the wife as provided in the ing in Ramgarh sector of ensure clear vision. It is sus- reporter. Rewa in Madhya Pradesh, Modi approved the Ordinance, protect the rights of Muslim order last year,” Prasad told a Bill. The quantum of compen- Samba on Tuesday evening. pected the BAT team of the The BSF constable, identi- joined the BSF in 2006 and has which is in tune with the pend- women. Under the proposed Press conference. sation will be decided by the According to official Pakistan Rangers ambushed fied as Achutanand Mishra, two children. He came into ing Bill banning triple talaq and Ordinance, giving instant triple The Law Minister came magistrate, as per the Bill. sources, the eyes of BSF head the BSF patrolling party after was arrested from Noida contact with the woman in carries punitive provisions like talaq will be illegal and void down heavily on the Congress, Police would lodge an FIR constable, identified as which one of the jawans went recently and the ATS produced 2016 through social media site. making it a “non-bailable” and will attract a jail term of saying it is not supporting the only if approached by the vic- Narendra Kumar, were gouged missing. The body of the BSF him before the media here on The woman told him that she offence carrying a three-year three years for the husband. Bill pending in the Rajya Sabha tim (wife), her blood relations out, neck was partially slit and jawan, injured in the unpro- Wednesday. He was later pro- was a defence reporter of a imprisonment, but has some Seeking to allay fears that the under “vote bank pressures”. or people who become her rel- the whole body had marks of voked firing, was found after duced in a local court which newspaper. safeguards like option for the proposed law could be mis- “It is my serious charge that atives by virtue of her marriage. burn injuries, including on massive search operations in remanded him to police cus- As they became friends, the withdrawal of the case and used, the Government has Sonia Gandhiji has maintained Neighbours and others cannot chest and arms. Three bullet the forward area late on tody for five days starting from woman started chatting with compromise creating mecha- included safeguards such as silence on the issue. She is lodge a complaint under the injury marks were found on the Tuesday evening”. Wednesday night. him on phone and influenced nism in front of a magistrate, adding a provision of bail for silent...It has nothing to do with proposed law. body of the martyred jawan. The search operation was Giving details of the break- the constable to share defence besides bail before the start of the accused before trial. politics but gender justice and Now a magistrate can use It is for the first time the delayed due to tough posturing through on Wednesday, secrets with her. “He reportedly the trial. “There was an overpower- dignity,” he said. Prasad urged his powers to settle the dispute Border Action Team (BAT) of by the Pakistan Rangers after Director General of Police OP shared information about unit Briefing the media, Union ing urgency and a compelling UPA chairperson Sonia between a husband and his wife the Pakistan Rangers targeted they refused to participate in Singh said the BSF constable location, details of ammunition Law Minister Ravi Shankar necessity to bring the Gandhi, BSP supremo if the wife approaches the BSF jawans along the the joint patrol to locate the was lured by a woman from and pictures of the BSF camp,” Prasad said this Ordinance Ordinance as the practice con- Mayawati and TMC chief court. International Border in the missing BSF jawan. Egypt and he sent her several Continued on Page 7 was “compelling necessity” to tinued unabated despite the SC Mamata Banerjee to support Continued on Page 7 recent years. Continued on Page 7 J’khand carrot & stick policy Monsoon stays put in mixed blessing RAJESH KUMAR n NEW DELHI winter. And with El Nino all set to make appearance by the end weans villagers from Maoism he India Meteorological of the year, it may impact the TDepartment (IMD) has upcoming season, which turn SAPNA SINGH n RANCHI head Taramani Devi said with predicted that the southwest mild due to all these factors,” the fulfillment of basic needs — monsoon will remain here till IMD officials said. t a time when Naxals’ cooking gas, education to their October 1. There is no chance Private weather forecaster Ainfluence has been con- wards, electricity connections of start of withdrawal of mon- Skymet too predicted that fined to a few pockets in the — are some of the reasons for soon till October 1 due to the southwest monsoon will pro- bordering areas of Jharkhand, locals lending support to the passage of western disturbance long its stay at least till police officers deployed in State Government, however, and the formation of a poten- September end. these areas are still finding it still lots need to be done for the tial depression and low pres- Due to this, low pressure difficult to wean villagers from development. sure area in Bay of Bengal and depression over the Bay of Naxal ideologies, but Jharkhand Chief Minister caused by the erstwhile Pacific Bengal from east to northwest Government’s developmental Raghubar said the Government super typhoon Mangkhut. Both India are likely to record mod- policies have instilled hopes these villages, like connecting has worked on broad contours the systems are likely to infuse erate to heavy showers. A few into villagers. roads to cities are encouraging of strategy for tackling naxal- a fresh surge of monsoon. areas might see some heavy The case in point is Sarju, villagers to apply for jobs. But ism. “We have set up new The official date for the downpour. Besides this, mon- a village situated 130.5 km there are still fear among some police stations to coordinate commencement of withdraw- soon will also revive along the from Ranchi, which houses villagers about the influence of with Central forces. We have al of southwest monsoon is West Coast and Mumbai, hundreds of villagers who were Naxalism on their children made the surrender policy September 1. which has been dry for last once victims of Naxal attacks. and youths. “We want employ- attractive; we are not just secur- The prolonged stay of many days. As Naxalism continues to ment opportunities in our vil- ing future of surrender people, monsoon season may sound as Officials said southwest haunt these villagers, they are lage. If Government creates but, we also provide reward good news, but it comes with monsoon is primarily gov- struggling to come out of trau- such options here, our youth amount to them so that they some repercussions. “The delay erned by low pressure and the central Bay of Bengal and Pradesh by September 20 and northwest India on September ma of extortion and torture, will not get influence with can invest money. Besides, we in the withdrawal of monsoon depression. neighbourhood. As a result, 21; Chhattisgarh & Telangana 22 and 23. East Rajasthan and meted out to them by the ram- Naxalism,” said a young jobless have integrated security and will further delay the onset of The IMD said a prepara- rain will start lashing coastal on September 20 and 21; over north India will receive rainfall paging Maoists. but educated villager. development plans,” he said. the next season. The delay will tory cyclonic circulation sent in parts of Odisha, Madhya Madhya Pradesh on September on September 23 and 24. However, development in Sarju village panchayat Continued on Page 7 also push forward the onset of from the West Pacific lies over Pradesh and adjoining Andhra 21 and 22, and over parts of Continued on Page 7 LUCKNOW | THURSDAY | SEPTEMBER 20, 2018 city 02

CM asks officials Govt timeframe to make to strengthen Yogi govt orders strict austerity citizen’s charter all roads pothole-free Lucknow (PNS): With measures for bureaucrats the aim to timely redress peo- PNS n LUCKNOW ‘All potholes to be respective areas with the click of ple’s grievances, Chief Minister PNS n LUCKNOW cases, permission of the appointment. These tasks ing vehicles are unfit for use, repaired by October the mouse. He said the PWD Yogi Adityanath has asked offi- Chief Secretary should be should be outsourced with taxis should be hired for he Uttar Pradesh govern- 15, roads damaged had also launched a mobile app cials to strengthen the Janhit olling out strict austerity obtained. the approval of the Finance administrative work with the ment has again during monsoon to and it be made available to all the Guarantee Adhiniyam (citi- Rmeasures, the Uttar The five-page order says it department. permission of the Finance Tannounced to launch a be repaired and government agencies engaged in zen’s charter) so that the com- Pradesh government has asked is important to cut down The order states that no department alone and only drive for making the roads pot- restored by road construction and repair. plaints are resolved within the its officers to curtail expenses administrative expenses to posts should be created to registered taxis be hired and hole-free. November 30, All The Chief Secretary direct- prescribed time frame. on foreign visits, fly in econo- make optimum use of govern- assist those holding temporary not private vehicles. By October 15 next, all the pending road pro- ed the government agencies to In a communication to my class and avoid holding ment funds and resources for posts of advisor or chairman The order states that for potholes will be repaired, by jects to be complet- upload all information about the additional chief secretaries, lunch or dinner meetings in development work. of any department. These holding meetings, seminars November 30 all roads damaged ed by December 31. repair of patches, potholes and principal secretaries and secre- five-star hotels. It may be noted that dur- posts may be outsourced. and workshops, government during the monsoon season overall progress of the road taries, the CM said on An 18-point order to this ing the last decade, the work Various schemes run by buildings and premises should will be repaired and restored construction. He said every rel- Wednesday that a time-bound effect was issued by Chief culture has changed consider- the government should be be chosen as venue and not and all pending road projects Rural Development, Cane and evant information, whether the dashboard be created in each Secretary Anup Chandra ably in view of computerisa- reviewed at regular intervals private hotels. will be completed by December Irrigation department.s work was in progress or held up department to monitor the Pandey. The order directs offi- tion and even workload has and those found no longer It says there should be 31. The Yogi Adityanath gov- Chief Secretary Anoop for various reasons, had to be redressal of complaints. cials to slash expenses on come down in certain sectors. useful, should be scrapped. maximum use of technology ernment had launched a simi- Chandra Pandey on Wednesday uploaded on the mobile app. “These dashboards should office stationery, furniture and Many posts have become Besides, travelling allowance, for communication through e- lar drive in March 2017 soon convened a meeting of various Principal Secretary have details about total com- upholstery. redundant and employees on dearness allowance, house mails, video conferencing to after the departments to fine-tune the (Housing and PWD) Nitin plaints received, how many of It says that just because an those posts are being utilised rent allowance, city compen- cut down bills on stationery Bharatiya Janata Party came drive for making the roads pot- Gokran said under the drive, them have been resolved, and in official concerned has been in other areas in the best pos- satory allowance, leave and journeys. It also states that to power, under which all roads, hole-free. He directed the gov- 41,952 km of PWD roads would what time. They should also replaced, it does not mean sible manner, the order points travel allowance and medical no new gadgets should be including national highway, were ernment departments to prepare be made pothole-free, 18,339 km mark defaulters after the lapse there should be new furniture out. reimbursement should purchased on an emergency targeted to be made pothole-free a road directory as per the cat- of roads would be renovated and of stipulated time. These depart- or upholstery for the new The government order be paid to the staff of Central basis in the months of by the end of June 15. The dead- egory of roads and make the data 4,041 km of roads under con- mental dashboards should be officer. clearly mentions that no new or state government funded February or March. line was extended several times available online to the common struction would be completed. integrated with the dashboard at The order specifically posts should be sanctioned projects at sanctioned rates Besides, there will be but the drive met with limited citizens on the website of the He said 441 km of national the Chief Minister’s secretariat mentions that official visits except in medical and police only. immediate ban on printing success due to resource con- PWD. The different road cate- highways would be made pot- so that the progress can be mon- should be kept to a minimum departments. In cases of emer- The order make it clear cards and sending New Year straints. gories are village road, district hole-free, 2,681 km roads of the itored at the CM’s office too,” unless these are important gency, the tasks may be out- that no new office building or greetings, calendars, diaries, The total length of roads road, major district road, state Mandi Parishad, 158 km of the Yogi said in his order. He also and essential. sourced and done on contract residential complex should etc. at government expense. constructed and maintained by highway and national highway. Rural Development department, asked the officers to give pub- Besides, the order says, basis, it adds. be constructed except in This will apply to autonomous different agencies of the state Pandey said the online data 264 km of Cane department and licity to the Jan Sewa Kendras, babus should travel in econo- The order also states that newly-created divisions or dis- bodies and authorities as well. government is 71,454 km. The on roads should include depart- 1,563 km of Irrigation depart- e-district, Nivesh portals so my class if they have to take in case of vacancies in class tricts. The order will be applic- agencies are Public Works ment-wise roads and their ment would be either made pot- that people may lodge their flights for official visits. four and similar posts of It adds that barring secu- able to all government depart- Department, National Highway length so that the common hole-free or fully renovated dur- complaints and inquire about Official lunch and dinner drivers, gardeners, plumbers, rity-related requirements, no ments, offices, public sector Division of PWD, UP Rajya man may obtain the information ing the period specified by the them online and also the appel- should not be held in five- electricians and liftmen, new vehicle should be pur- undertakings and state univer- Krishi Utpadan Mandi Parishad, about repair of roads in their Chief Secretary. late authority to be contacted. star hotels. In exceptional there should be no regular chased and in case the exist- sities. Joining hands with Cong in no rush to take call on alliance PNS n LUCKNOW sit-in, Rahul Gandhi acted SP, BSP suicidal accordingly. ith Bahujan Samaj Party It may be mentioned here Wchief Mayawati taking a that Project Shakti was for Cong: Pandey tough posture on the formation launched to strengthen the of a mahagathbandhan for the party base ahead of coming Lucknow (PNS): Bharatiya “This proposed alliance is 2019 Lok Sabha poll, the parliamentary election as well Janata Party state president opportunistic and has no vision. Congress on Wednesday made as to facilitate its leaders to Mahendra Nath Pandey said The target of these leaders is only it clear that it would take a call utilise the work base for better that to stop the ruling party from to defeat the BJP,” Pandey said. on the issue on the basis of booth level management. coming to power, the Congress “The Congress has lost its inputs of party workers and Congress MLC, Deepak was going to commit hara-kiri ground in Uttar Pradesh. It will active supporters through Singh claimed that the party by joining hands with Bahujan suffer more once it joins hands Project Shakti. could not strengthen itself until Samaj Party and Samajwadi with the BSP and the SP because “The Project Shakti, brain- it was reorganised up to the Party because both these parties this alliance will suffer a stun- child of party president Rahul booth level and associated with were casteist and corrupt. ning defeat in the election,” the Gandhi, will end all the barri- UP Congress president Raj Babbar (second from left) and party leaders launching the public who were well-wish- “Everyone knows what had hap- BJP state chief said. As this ers between grassroots workers Project Shakti website in Lucknow on Wednesday Pioneer ers of the party. pened during the BSP and the samajik pratinidhi baithak was and active supporters of the “The defeat or victory of a SP regimes. Their leaderships attended by swarnkars (gold- party with the top leadership here on Wednesday afternoon. etc. He claimed later they party largely depends of how it had looted government exche- smiths), Pandey said that these and will facilitate them to feel Elaborating on the project, passed on party’s activities to has strengthened up to the quer to fill personal coffers, people had always been support- the nerves of the public and act chairman of AICC Data these members and on major booth level and has equipped neglecting the plight of the peo- ers of BJP since Jan Sangh days accordingly,” revealed UP Analytic department, Praveen policy decisions like drafting its leaders to utilise that work ple. If Congress wants to contest and the party had improved Congress president, Raj Babbar. Chakrawarty, said that they had manifesto, joining any big agi- force to the maximum”, Singh election with these corrupt par- because of their support. He claimed that now every already started the Projects tation, giving election tickets to asserted, adding that now with ties, it will be suicidal for it,” Deputy Chief Minister decision and the party mani- Shakti in ten states, including any leader or appointing him in the launch of Project Shakti Pandey said while addressing a Keshav Prasad Maurya also festo would be drafted with the Madhya Pradesh, Telangana, the organisation etc, they App, the Party would strength- samajik pratinidhi baithak spoke on this occasion. He said inputs given by those joining Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, and so sought their views before com- en in UP as well as other parts (social representative meeting) that India had progressed in all Project Shakti”, he said, clarify- far 30 lakh members had ing to a final conclusion. of the country. here on Wednesday. fields during Narendra Modi’s ing that even the decision for already enrolled in the project. He even said that in New “Through the App, it will He said that BSP leader regime. He said all sections, going ahead with the grand Claiming that it was very Delhi recently, when Delhi become easy for the party Mayawati should not forget the including farmers, youths, alliance in Uttar Pradesh to different from BJP’s ‘missed Chief Minister Kejriwal was on workers to share videos, pic- Guest House incident in which women and entrepreneurs, had defeat the Bharatiya Janata call’ campaign, he said in 10-day-long dharna, they had tures and other documents, SP goons had tried to kill her. He progressed in the last four and Party would be taken on the Project Shakti, once the mem- sought opinion of Shakti and empower each individual pointed out that at that time only half years. 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Adityanath and handed him agreement letters, the government for construction of Jewar airport fufonk lfefr ds le{k vkWuykbu [kksyh tk,xhA his outfit would field its can- The SSM leader said that allowing the government to acquire the land for because they were not getting compensation. The didates against Samajwadi now that he had taken a deci- the airport. A delegation of the farmers from opposition parties had tried to make it a big issue, foLr`r fu;e o 'krZs a fufonk bZ&V.Mjs ikVZys https:// Party president Akhilesh sion, there was no question of Greater Noida met the CM at his official residence saying the government was not serious in the con- etender.up.nic.in ij miyC/k gSA Yadav and other leaders but succumbing to family pressure on Wednesday and said that majority of them were struction of airport at Jewar. The protests had start- ¼MkW0 lqeu½ would leave the Mainpuri seat for reconciliation. “I waited ready to allow the government to acquire land after ed after the detailed project report (DPR) and tech- eq[; fpfdRlk vf/kdkjh for Mulayam Singh Yadav. long enough but when things paying the required compensation. no-economics feasibility report (TEFR) of this pro- He also said there was no reached a point of no return, The CM told the delegation that the farmers ject was prepared. The said report was prepared egkcs kA question of a patch-up with SP. I took the decision,” he said. had always played a key role in the development by PricewaterhouseCoopers. SP president Akhilesh While Shivpal has already of the state and their contribution in the construc- As per this report, 1,441 hectare land spread Yadav has already announced said that he is ready for an tion of the international greenfield airport at Jewar over eight villages will be acquired. The proposed that he would contest from alliance with like-minded par- would be written in golden letters. “On the part airport will be built on PPP (public-private part- dk;kZy; uxj ipa k;r cgqvk] tuin Qrgs iqj Kannauj while the sitting MP ties, the SSM is bound to cre- of the government, we will ensure that the farm- nership) model at a cost of Rs 15,754 crore. The vko';drk gS from Budaun is Dharmendra ate problems for Akhilesh ers get the compensation as agreed and in case government has already earmarked Rs 130 crore i=kad&29@u0ia0cgqvk@2018&19 fnukad&15 flrEcj 2018 Yadav, the cousin of Akhilesh. whether it remains inside or there is rehabilitation, the farmers will also get the for land acquisition. The proposed airport will In Ferozabad, the sitting MP outside the alliance for parlia- rehabilitation package,” Yogi said. have two runways and will have a capacity to han- Bds ns kjh ita h;u grs q lpw uk is Akshay Yadav, son of SP MP mentary polls from UP. The farmers’ delegation was led by ruling dle 70 million passengers annually. lfprw fd;k tkrk gS fd dk;kZy; ftykf/kdkjh Qrgiqjs ¼LFkkuh; fudk; vuqHkkx½ ds i= la[;k 576@21&LFkk0fu0 ¼2018&19½ fnukad 05-05-2018 ds }kjk uxj fudk;ksa ds ATS hunting for 2 accomplices of Hizb terrorists dk;ksZa esa bZ&Vs.Mj esa ikjnf'kZrk ,oa dk;ksZa esa xq.koRrk c<+kus d s fy; s u; s Bds nkjks @Qekas aZs dk ithdj.ka djku s grqs funZf'krs PNS n LUCKNOW Inspector General Aseem Arun near the Philippines. Before place, for 12 days and remained said. While Qamar, who is also that he was very moderate but there in hiding,” the IG said. “He fd;k x;k gSA mDr funZ'kks as d s vuqikyu uxj ipk;ra cgqvk he Anti-Terrorist Squad known as Dr Hurairah and four year ago when he returned sought funds from Kashmir and e as bPNqd Bds nkj@Qes Zs a tk s viuk ith;ua foRrh; o"kZ Tof Uttar Pradesh is now Kamruddina, was arrested on he was a changed man,” the IG bought a smartphone with looking for two accomplices of September 13, the two others said, adding that later Qamar some of the money. He had 2018&19 gsrq djkuk pkgrs gSaA fu/kkZfjr frfFk 17-09-2018 a Hizbul Mujahideen terrorist could not be nabbed as they had went to Kashmir and sold talked to his handlers and came ls 26-09-2018 rd leLr vkSipkfjdrk,a iw.kZ dj vkosnu who was arrested last week for left two days before the ATS clothes there. “He went under- to Kanpur and made these planning an attack during crackdown, he said. ground along with his accom- plans,” Arun added. dj ldr s gSaA fu/kkZfjr frfFk ds mijkUr izkIr vkosnuksa ij Ganesh Chaturthi, an official “We are trying to track plice Usama bin Jawed in June Qamar was arrested in fopkj ugha fd;k tk;sxkA Bsdsnkj@QesZa iath;u lEcU/kh said on Wednesday. them down. We have also taken 2017. In April 2018, he sudden- Kanpur’s Shivnagar locality. It The terrorist, Qamar-uz- the help of Jammu and Kashmir ly surfaced posing in a picture appeared from his mobile leLr tkudkjh fdlh Hkh dk;Z fnol esa uxj iapk;r Zama (37), a resident of Assam, Police and hope to nab them on Facebook with an AK-47,” phone that he was carrying out dk;kZy; l s izkIr dh tk ldrh gSA who was remanded to police soon,” the ATS IG said. “We the IG said. a recce, police had then said. A custody, has disclosed that he tried to understand his life his- “We are trying to find out video clip of a temple in Kanpur vf/k'kklh vf/kdkjh v/;{k and two others stayed at a tory and found out that in 2008 his activities during the inter- was found in the smartphone. uxj ipa k;r cgqvk uxj ipa k;r cgqvk rented house in Kanpur’s he had gone to an island coun- vening period till his arrest. He The ATS was tracking him for Shivnagar locality, state ATS try — the Republic of Palau — had gone to Assam, his native 8-10 when it made the arrest. Qrgs iqj Qrgs iqj

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3 killed, bodies dumped Festering sores in City roads to have police working 3-D rumble strips PNS n LUCKNOW police. But the police station PIONEER NEWS SERVICE n LUCKNOW at different places officers of both the police sta- ith the identity of Ravi tions did not coordinate with he city is going to have a 3-D rumble strip in place of the WMishra, whose body was one another to ascertain the Tconventional strip present on roads as the Public Works PNS n LUCKNOW off. He took a train for to ascertain the cause of death. state. recovered from Gomti river on identity. Department is working in this direction. It may be noted that Lucknow on September 15 and If the report indicates any foul He also failed to give details Tuesday morning, the widen- A similar case was report- these rumble strips, which have been constructed at various points n three different incidents, reached the room where Ravi play, the police will register a of the recovery of items from ing communication gap ed in Gomti Nagar where the in the city, help in slowing down of vehicles at points where there Ithree persons were killed lived on rent. “Ravi’s friend told case in this connection,” he the crime scene. Sources privy between police officers of dif- Chinhat police had recovered can be a possibility of an accident because of the speed. and their bodies were dumped him that Ravi was missing added. Singh had no informa- to the investigation opined ferent police station resurfaced. the body of a Gomti Nagar res- PWD chief engineer Pankaj Bakaya said that they were in in river/forest cover in differ- since September 13,” Jai tion about the name of Ravi’s that the miscreants wanted to On Tuesday morning, the ident and later conducted the talks with a company for the work. ent police station area of the Prakash informed the police. roommate. conceal the identity of the man Gomti Nagar police had recov- last rites as unclaimed body. He said: “In the 3-D rumble strip, geometrical designs are state capital on Wednesday. He added that when he “Ravi’s father did not name and so he dumped the body ered the body from Gomti The victim’s family had already painted on the road in such a manner with the help of chemi- In Mahanagar, Ravi Mishra called Ravi on his cell phone it him in the complaint he after undressing him. “It pure- river near Samta Mulak cross- lodged a case at Gomti Nagar cal paints that they appear like a rumble strip so that the per- (23) of Mathiya Tiwari locali- was picked by some person gave to the Mahanagar police ly seemed to be a case of mur- ing. The police sat on the case police station. son who approaches these rumble strips slows down but when ty of Deoria was found who told him that he got the and so the police were not in der,” they claimed. and did nothing except assign- Recently, the Chinhat he passes these strips, he does not face any inconvenience in terms murdered. His body was recov- same from Reserve Police Lines the know of the same,” he In Mahanagar, the body of ing the case to a sub-inspector police did not contact the of jerks which the people experience when they move on the rum- ered from Gomti river (near in Mahanagar. said. an unidentified man was recov- for conducting the investiga- Sitapur police or police stations ble strips that are conventionally constructed on the road,” he Samta Mulak crossing) in “I, along with Ravi’s friend, In Thakurganj, a naked ered from behind a shop at tion. Around 2.30 pm on of other districts in connection said. On being asked if these 3-D rumble strips construction will Gomti Nagar on Tuesday went to the place and took the body of an unidentified 50- Hanuman Setu on Wednesday Tuesday, victim’s father Jai with the recovery of the body cost more in comparison to the conventional strips, chief engi- morning. phone from the unidentified year-old man was found lying morning. Reports said Ram Prakash lodged a report about of a man from Sharda Canal. neer said that he did not have the details. On whether the depart- The identity of the victim man. But I could not get any deep in the forest cover behind Bahadur of a locality behind Ravi’s disappearance. The youth was identified as ment has identified the spots where these 3-D rumble strips will was ascertained on Wednesday clue about Ravi so I contacted the Era Medical Hospital on the Colvin Taluqdars’ College Even after this, neither the Santosh (25) of Kamlapur be constructed, he said that they would first begin with a few afternoon after his father Jai the police. I was asked to wait Wednesday morning. Reports runs his shop selling flower Mahanagar police nor the locality of Sitapur on Tuesday. roads and get a feedback. Prakash reached the mortuary for Ravi to return on his own,” said regional forest ranger and sweets for offering at tem- Gomti Nagar police shared the He was reported missing for and identified the same. He he said. Kamlesh Kumar was patrolling ple. information with one another the last three days and his fam- said that Ravi was pursuing He said the Mahanagar in the area on Wednesday He went to his shop to to expedite the identification of ily had lodged a case soon after BTech from Ram Swaroop police lodged a case on around 9.30 am when he spot- open it for the day and spotted Ravi’s body. he went missing. The police Engineering College and was September 18 afternoon. “I ted the body and informed the the body lying there. He then As a result, the process succeeded in ascertaining the living with some of his friends was informed about the recov- police. informed the police and a team was delayed by a day and the identity on the basis of a bank’s at a house in Sector Q of ery of a body and when I On information, a police reached the place for investiga- identity of Ravi’s body could pay-in slip which was recov- Aliganj. reached the mortuary, I found team reached the place for tion. only be ascertained on ered from his purse. But the Jai Prakash told police that it was Ravi’s body,” he told. investigation. The police The police spokesman said Wednesday afternoon and that cops from Sitapur and Ravi left the room on Police spokesman AK spokesman said that the body the man was aged around 40 too because of his father’s toil- Lucknow police did not September 13 for an outing and Singh said a case was already bore no marks of injuries when and the body had no marks of ing efforts. exchange the details of the later went missing. On registered with the Mahanagar examined by the police team. injury. He said the identity of Sources in Police depart- body. September 14, Jai Prakash police. He was clueless when asked the man could not be ascer- ment said it was not the single Sources said the lack of called Ravi to ask his well-being “The autopsy of the body how the man reached there and tained and efforts for the same case where the lack of commu- communication between police but found his phone switched will be conducted on Thursday why he was lying in a naked were underway. nication between police officers officers was because of poor holding charge of different monitoring of cases. police station had surfaced. A “The cases are not being similar case was reported in the monitored by the SSP office 2 youths feared drowned in Gomti river recent past between Ashiyana and so police officers have a and Gosainganj police station free hand in working. The PNS n LUCKNOW group of youth went to take a dip in the the place. “We pressed divers in the job. officers. performance of a police station river around 6 pm after the function was A youth, identified as Vishal of Khadra, In Ashiyana, Siddharth, officer is evaluated on the wo youths were feared drowned while over and the participants were preparing was fished out and we rushed him to a hos- who was working as a driver for feedback of officers working Ttwo of their colleagues were rescued in to return home. pital where he was declared brought a secretariat employee, was at the SSP office or those the Gomti during the Lord Ganesh’s idol “The group of youths swam to the dead,” he said. found dead on the road in engaged in media work,” they immersion ceremony on the banks of the middle of the river while competing with Singh said that two youths, identified Gosainganj. The police did no claimed. river in Hasanganj police station area on one another and later they started drown- as Raja and Narendra, had not returned formality of identification of SSP Kalanidhi Naithani Wednesday evening. ing,” he added. Two of the youths, identi- homes after the function was over and the the body and later cremated it could not be contacted for his As per reports, a group of youths from fied as Rinku and Mangal, were fished out,” police suspected that they had also listing it as an unidentified comment and his PRO AK Khadra locality of Hasanganj reached the he informed newsmen. drowned. “The search operation is going body. Interestingly, the vic- Singh said the SSP was busy in Dhobi ghat at Gomti for idol immersion. The SHO said that other youths on and it will continue till late at night,” tim’s family had already lodged security arrangements for Hasanganj SHO Amber Singh said a informed the police and a team reached he said. a report with the Ashiyana Moharram. One arrested for molestation bid PNS n LUCKNOW

man was arrested for attempting to Amolest a woman in Nagram on Wednesday. The accused, identified as Daya Ram of Nagram, was named in the case on Tuesday after the family of the woman lodged a case with the police. The media cell officials said the accused had an evil design in his mind and he accost- ed her on finding her all alone near her house when she was returning home on Tuesday evening. SUICIDE Preeti (21) of Madiaon ended her life at her house on Wednesday. She was hang- ing from the ceiling with a dupatta tied around her neck and was spotted by her brother-in-law Chandra Lal on Wednesday morning. Police are investigat- Devotees taking away Lord Ganesh idol for immersion in Lucknow on Wednesday Pioneer ing the case. UPSRTC FSDA raids LU mess, finds it in real mess PNS n LUCKNOW catcher. The floor of the cook- ing and washing areas were to provide ood Safety and Drug found to be broken and filled FAdministration raided with water that brought about Lucknow University’s Central stink in the area,” he added. shade for Mess on Wednesday afternoon He pointed out that there and found irregularities and was no report of water inspec- unhygienic conditions prevail- tion and the bad stink in the passengers ing there. FSDA official TR area was because of the PNS n LUCKNOW Rawat said that the university improper drainage of water. had been told to follow hygiene “No sampling was carried out during “The staff had no headgear, meeting of Uttar Pradesh norms and keep the mess the raid. Only some hygiene-related apron, uniform and gloves and AState Road Transport closed till the situation deficiencies, which included bad they also did not have a health Corporation (UPSRTC) Board improved. certificate. There were several was held on Tuesday. The “No sampling was carried flooring and low drainage system, unwanted materials such as meeting was presided over by out during the raid. Only some were detected” empty sacks which were lying the chairman of the board hygiene-related deficiencies, on the ground adding to the Sanjeev Saran and attended which included bad flooring ers as they should have been Rawat said that there was dirty conditions which were by Transport Corporation MD and low drainage system, were kept. In the stored food, rats no record for pest control and already prevailing in the can- Guru Prasad and other senior detected. and droppings of rats were stock register at the mess. teen,” he added. officials. “The storage is inappropri- found. The storage area, which “There was also no physical Rawat said that the raid UPSRTC media spokesper- ate and the flour (atta) and included the walls and floor, inspection for pest control and was conducted after media son Anwar Anzar said that it gram flour (besan) had been were found to be dirty and the there was no arrangements reports raised the issue of was decided that a shade for kept in sacks on the floor room was in darkness,” he that had been made with tools insects being found in the passengers would be construct- below and not in steel contain- said. like fly catcher and the rat meals served. ed at the Polytechnic crossing in the city. “This is being done to give passengers a point from where Entry regulations for JM Park tightened buses moving for Gonda, PNS n LUCKNOW in the lake while chasing the ball. Faizabad, Gorakhpur and The deputy director denied the Bahraich can pick them up. n order to check the entry of charge that the lack of alertness The shade will also protect pas- Iunwanted persons in prestigious among security guards deployed sengers in times of bad weath- Janeshwar Mishra Park in Gomti there was responsible for his drown- er conditions and hence facil- Nagar, Lucknow Development ing. itate them,” he said. Authority has decided to introduce a The state government has not yet Among other decisions, new system of issuing tickets bearing announced compensation to the the board approved the sanc- the timing of visitors’ entry which will bereaved family. It is said the LDA tion of Rs 10,000-15,000 for be valid up to four hours. administration on Monday evening small maintenance works at If any visitor wants to stay in the requested the state government for bus stations workshops. “This park after four hours he can request adequate compensation will again help passengers,” he the authorities at the gate number one Executive engineer PC Pandey, added. for the favour and their time of stay who is heading a committee set up on He said that the board also will be extended charging Rs 2 per the initiative of LDA Vice-Chairman approved DA as per the ticket. not the genuine ticket-holder and PN Singh to probe into the drown- Seventh Pay Commission for Deputy director SS Sisodia said managed to enter the compound by ing incident, will table the finding by the UPSRTC employees. He the step was being initiated following tricking the staff. He added they were Friday. said that the board also the drowning of a seven-year-old boy chased away out of the park by secu- The deputy director added that approved improvement of the in the lake situated inside the park rity guards deployed near the lake but the security arrangements in and dormitory at the Kanpur dri- two days ago and added the deceased, later they again made their entry into around the lake would be reviewed ving training centre. along with three of his friends, were the compound. The deceased slipped in the interest of visitors. LUCKNOW | THURSDAY | SEPTEMBER 20, 2018 city 04 Track-laying work completed PIONEER NEWS SERVICE n LUCKNOW next 10 days. “Besides track laying, ucknow Metro Rail Lucknow Metro has also com- LCorporation has completed pleted almost 70 per cent of the the track-laying work in upline overhead electrification work tunnel between Charbagh and which is being carried out KD Singh ‘Babu’ stadium inside both the tunnels for ramps in the underground cor- traction power. Apart from ridor of the project. this, the work of entrance and Senior PRO Amit exit gateways at all under- Srivastava said that LMRC ground stations is almost com- achieved another milestone plete. More than 50 per cent of while completing the work for tiling and beautification work the underground section. at the concourse and platform “LMRC is using the Mass area of all the three under- Spring System (an elastomer ground Metro station that is pad of 25mm thickness) below Hussainganj, Sachivalaya and the track bed for the construc- Hazratganj has also been com- tion of track. Mass Spring all, the Elastomer Mass Spring he explained. pleted. The construction work System, procured from Austria, System sheet is laid, then rein- He added that the track of all the important rooms eliminates the problem of forcement mesh is laid over this laying work in the downline related with Metro rail opera- vibration and sound in adjoin- and then it is filled with con- tunnel of the underground tions such as the electrical, ing structures of the under- crete up to the rail bottom. section was also in final phase UPS, DV room, telecom and ground portion. For the con- Rails are wielded continuous- and there was a clear possibil- security room is also being struction of the track, first of ly to avoid any joint in the rails,” ity of its completion within the done at a fast pace,” he said. An ambulance stuck in a traffic jam in Hazratganj on Wednesday Pioneer Cleanliness campaign organised at KGMU Noose around neck of tax evaders may tighten further PIONEER NEWS SERVICE n LUCKNOW spread awareness among peo- ciated that the society spent PNS n LUCKNOW committee. ple and take forward the gov- about Rs 87 lakh during the The committee has made two “The invoice, as such, is not swachhata abhiyan was ernment’s efforts to make past five months for various he noose around the neck procedural suggestions which, if being captured in its raw form Acarried out at the King cleanliness a reality. welfare activities in KGMU. Tof tax evaders is expected to implemented, will dispense with the anywhere,” it adds. George’s Medical University Meanwhile, the KGMU “It was decided to renegotiate tighten further as the commit- need for businesses to file GST For B2C transactions, the (KGMU) on Tuesday under Welfare Society held its meet- with those companies which tee on invoice set up by the proposal is for every citizen to the joint auspices of the ing on Tuesday. Ajai Singh, sec- were offering less than 27 pcd Goods and Services Tax returns and yet improve compliance obtain a consumer number. National Medicos retary of the committee, briefed discount,” Singh pointed out. Council are likely to come into and collections After a transaction (say, eating Organisation, Avadh region, all those present about the The committee observed force within this financial year. at a restaurant), the consumer and the KGMU unit which procurement policy. “The com- that that society never claimed The committee has made goods or of a service actually posed that each invoice bear a can log on to the GST portal witnessed teachers, students mittee appreciated this trans- the lowest price and was pass- two procedural suggestions pays the GST collected from distinct invoice number (DIN), and match the DIN (cited in and staff participating enthu- parent policy. It was told that ing the maximum discount to which, if implemented, will the end-consumers. to be obtained by the seller, if the restaurant bill) with his/her siastically in it. more than 2,300 drugs and sur- the patients. It was pointed out dispense with the need for The two proposals, which necessary, in bulk, from the consumer number. That vali- The doctors said that all gical and consumable prod- that the overall discount should businesses to file GST returns are in the draft stage, are to be GST server, and used serially. dates the fact that the consumer the information regarding ucts, purchased through rate be considered and not on indi- and yet improve compliance placed before the GST Council The buyer of the goods or paid the GST on the transac- the campaign was sent to contract, were provided at an vidual items. It was confirmed and collections. soon. At the heart of the first the service must cite the DIN tion. If no GST is remitted Prime Minister Narendra average of 43 per cent (10 - 87 that no item was being given at The Uttar Pradesh gov- proposal is the recognition when he/she, after value addi- against the DIN, the seller Modi through an app. Dr pc) discount to patients . Local a higher price than the MRP. ernment has already issued that the invoice – which vali- tion, raises his own invoice (restaurant owner) will be pun- Sandeep Tewari, head of the purchase is at 27 pc discount on The meeting ended with the orders for installation of RFID dates every sale of goods or of (with its own DIN), to claim a ishable. department of Surgery at the maximum retail price (MRP), people showing satisfaction (radio frequency identity) tags a service – is the main docu- tax credit. In turn, the consumer can Trauma Centre, said that the the same as KGMU and over the transparent function- on all commercial vehicles car- ment in any transaction and Since both the invoices are be rewarded for his troubles, campaign was carried out to SGPGI. The members appreci- ing but observed that it would rying goods with e-way bill can capture the value chain and uploaded in the GST server, the perhaps in the form of tax con- ated this high per cent of dis- find ways for higher discounts,” from October 1. the tax. two can be matched. cessions. m0iz0 ikoj VªkUlfe'ku dk dk;Z] /kjksgj /kujkf'k #0 2]000-00] count being given to the said Singh. The first suggestion relates The invoice has all the Currently, businesses file “Today, large-scale evasion dkWjikjs 's ku fyfeVMs ] bZ&fufonk fufonk fnukad 24-10-2018 dks 16-00 cts patients. The proposal of Amrit Meanwhile, a seminar was to business-to-business (B2B) details the taxman needs: the GST returns using GSTR 3B happens at the B2C level. This l[a ;k 122 l s 130@fo0ik0e0a rd bZ&VUMfjs xa ocs lkbZV www.etender. 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They were also told about the djuh gksaxhA fufonk izi= ewY;] /kjksgj eYlhQk;j flLVe grqs ikoj ,o a dUVªkys dk;kZy; dh bZ&fufonk l[;ka Lucknow University spokesperson NK Children’s Helpline number. The children did food safety zones in Lucknow /kujkf'k ,oa th0,l0Vh0 iathdj.k dsfcy ds ,0lh0 lIykbZ@ dUVªksy iSuy 111& fo-ik-e-iz-y-@2018&19a tk s fd fnukda Pandey said that four illegal allottees had been realise the need for remaining more vigilant and izek.k&i= vkonus i= d s lkFk lyXua djrs ds vi&xzsMs'ku@ fj&dfUMlfuax dk dk;Z] 11-09-2018 dks [kksyh tkuh Fkh] vc fdUgha caught in room No. 49 of the Habibullah Hall. speaking up whenever they faced such complex PIONEER NEWS SERVICE n LUCKNOW after those food safety zones vifjgk;Z dkj.kksa ls fnukad 03-10-2018 dks gq, budh Scanned copy upload djuk /kjkgjs /kujkf'k #0 2]000-00] fufonk fnukda “They were detained at the Hasanganj police sta- situations. were created, people who did vfuok;Z gSA fufonk izi= ,o a /kjkgs j 24-10-2018 dks 16-00 cts rd bZ&VsUMfjax 16-00 cts rd viyksM dh tk;saxh ,oa tion. The allottees of these rooms will be served ood Safety and Drug not follow the safety rules /kujkf'k] tks fd v/kh{k.k vfHk;Urk] fo|qr ocs lkbZV ij fnukad 04-10-2018 dks 13-30 cts [kksyh show-cause notices. If their replies are not sat- CMS Administration has kicked would be penalised. He said www.etender.up.nic.in tk;saxhA bZ&VsUMfjax fufonk dh vU; fu;e F ikjs"k.k e.My&izFke] y[kuÅ ds [kkrk viyksM dh tk ldrh gSA Hkkx&1 [kqyus isfactory the process of cancellation of allotment Founder of City Montessori School Jagdish off the work of creating that his staff had started the o 'kr aZs ioZor~w jgxhAas v/kh{k.k vfHk;Urk] fo|rq la[;k dh frfFk 25-10-2018] le; 15-00 cts] of room No 49 will be initiated,” he said. Gandhi was given an overwhelming welcome food safety zones in the survey of the areas where this 2408002190005438, I.F.S.C. ikj"s k.k e.My&izFke] d{k l0a &111 l s 114] itkca u'kuys cSd]a Hkkx&2 ¼çkbl ikVZ~l½ [kqyus dh frfFk at Charbagh Railway Station on his return after city. work safety zones would be cre- Code-PUNB0691100 Hk&w ry] ikj"s k.k Hkou] foHkfw r [k.M&AA xkes rh y[kuÅ d s [kkr s e as d s ek/;e rnkuqlkj bZ&oclkbZVs ij lfprw dh tk;xhAs IITR MEET attending 'World Alliance of Religions' Peace The designated officer of ated. RTGS/NEFT uxj] y[kuÅ i=kad 1892 fnukad%& ls LFkkukUrfjr dj ;w0Vh0vkj0 la[;k rFkk fufonk izi= eY;w #0 236@& ek= ¼#0 19-09-2018 ^^jk"Vª fgr esa fctyh cpk;sa**A The department of Biotechnology, depart- Summit' held at Korea. the FSDA said that in the “We will begin with the i&fLyis dh izfr bZ&VUMfjs xa oclkbZVs 200-00$G.S.T. @18% vfrfjDr½] ¼7½ ment of Science and Technology, Council for steering committee meeting, congested areas in the city www.etender.up.nic.in ij fufonk izi=k as ds 128&fo-ik-e-¼iz-½y-@2018&19]a fo|qr ikj"k.ks Scientific and Industrial Research, science-ori- ‘SWACHHATA PAKHWADA’ which was held recently, they before we shift to its other mRrj izn's k ikoj VªkUlfe'ku lkFk Lo izekf.kr PAN ,o a GST ithdj.ka [k.M&f}rh; y[kuÅ ds vUrxZr 132 ented organisations and institutions along ‘Swachchhata Hi Seva Pakhwada’ is being had been issued instructions to parts,” he added. izek.k i= dh izfr izFke ds lkFk yxkuk d0oh0s midUnzs ,u0d0,u0s ,o a [kqjZeuxj dkWjikjs 's ku fyfeVMs ] vYidkyhu with Vigyan Bharti are organising India observed at the RDSO from September 15 to complete the creation of those He added that they would vfuok;Z gksxkA okafNr /kjksgj /kujkf'k ,oa ds ifjpkyu lEcU/kh dk;Z] /kjksgj /kujk- fufonk lpw uk l[a ;k&05@HQ/ International Science Festival-2018. To make October 2, 2018. On the inaugural day on food safety zones by October also be visiting vegetable mar- vU; izi= i.kZw rFkk mfpr@Lohdk;Z ;kX;s f'k #0 9]000-00] fufonk fnukda 24-10-2018 ECTD-I(L)/2018-19 v/kksgLrk{kjh }kjk this event a success, the IITR is organising a day- September 15, a prabhat pheri was taken out and 20. He said that the FSDA staff kets to collect samples of u gksus ij f}rh; Hkkx dks ugha [kksyk dk s 16-00 ct s rd bZ&VsUMfjxa ocs lkbZV fuEufyf[kr fooj.kkuqlkj lerqY; dk;kZs a ds long nation-building organisation meet at shramdan was performed on the RDSO cam- had begun a survey of eateries vegetables which were vuqHkoh ,oa izfrf"Br QeksZa tks vkWuykbu tk;sxkA bZ&fufonkvksa dk fooj.k& fufonk www.etender.up.nic.in ij viyksM dh Indian Institute of Toxicological Research in pus. In continuation of the ‘Swachhata Hi Seva’ and vendors in congested areas coloured. la0] dk;ksZa dk uke] /kjksgj /kujkf'k] [kqyus tk ldrh gSA Hkkx&1 [kqyus dh frfFk 25- lk¶Vo;js fodflr dju s d s dk;kZas dks which around 100 NGOs of the state will par- Pakhwada, a special seminar on cleanliness was of the city. “Most of the traders in lQyrkioZdw lEikfnr dju s dk vuqHko dh frfFk o le; Øe'k% fuEukuqlkj gS%& 10-2018] le; 15-30 cts] Hkkx&2 ¼çkbl ticipate to take forward the flagship programme organised at RDSO conference hall. Dr Elaborating on the idea of mandis do not have licences j[kr s gk as ,o a ftUgkuas s okfNra ykxr dk dk;Z ¼1½ 122&fo-ik-ea-¼iz-½y-@2018&19] fo|qr ikVZ~l½ [kqyus dh frfFk rnkuqlkj for social transformation of India. Sangeeta Sagar, ACMO, talked about the food safety zones, he said that and hence a request will be lrka "ks tud :i l s ,d gh vuqcU/k ds ikj"k.ks [k.M&izFke y[kuÅ d s vUrxZr 220 bZ&osclkbZV ij lwfpr dh tk;sxhA fufonk importance of hygiene at the workplace and said they would contact food busi- made to the mandi secretary vUrxZr foxr rhu o"kksZa esa lEikfnr fd;k ds0oh0 ,oa 33 ds0oh0 fofHkUu midsUnzksa ij izi= eY;w #0 590@& ek= ¼#0 500- WORKSHOP ORGANISED that a clean office increased one’s productivi- ness officers of these shops and to issue licences to these man- gks] ls fu/kkZfjr izi= ij nks Hkkxksa esa eqgj- esfMlhu ckDlst ls¶Vh gsYesV] 00$ vfrfjDr½] ¼8½ 129&fo- With a view to making the society a safer ty. Correct steps for a simple handwash and its instruct them and make them dis.” G.S.T. @18% can fufonk;sa vkeaf=r dh tkrh gSaA ftudh dfcy@dUMDVjs dVj] l¶Vhs cYVls vkfn ik-ea-¼iz-½y-@2018&19] fo|qr ikjs"k.k haven for children, Rachna Mishra, principal, importance were also demonstrated by her. aware about what hygienic He said that they had fcØh fnukad 03-10-2018 rd rFkk izkfIr o Amity International School, organised an Rakesh Kumar Mishra, ED/EEM, spoke about steps they should take in terms received instructions from the dh vkiwfrZ] /kjksgj /kujkf'k #0 2]000-00] [k.M&f}rh; y[kuÅ d s vUrxZr 220@132 lkoZtfud :i ls [kksys tkus dh frfFk fufonk fnukad 24-10-2018 dks 16-00 cts ds0oh0 midsUnzksa ij LFkkfir ,l0,Q0&6 informative workshop for students of classes V the utilisation of available resources to their of food safety. DM for carrying out awareness fnukad 05-10-2018 dks Øe'k% 15-00 cts and VI to increase their awareness about child fullest and discussed the pilferages done in daily “For example, in case of about food safety at schools, rd bZ&VsUMfjax osc lkbZV lfdZV czdjks as dh vkojs gkfyxa ,o a lfoZflxa 15-30 cts gksxhA mDr fnol dks vodk'k www.etender.up.nic.in ij viykMs dh tk gsrq Lis;lZ dh vkiwfrZ] /kjksgj /kujkf'k #0 gksus dh n'kk esa fufonk;sa vxys dk;Z fnol abuse. The workshop was conducted by school life regarding energy, environment etc. their shops selling ‘golgappas’, it will restaurants and hostels regular- ldrh gSA Hkkx&1 [kqyus dh frfFk 25-10- 2]000-00] fufonk fnukda 24-10-2018 dk s 16- dks izkIr dj [kksyh tk;saxhA izR;sd fufonk counsellor Rupali Yadav. She tried to drive home causes and remedies, Dr Kalpana Dubey, be seen whether vendors are ly. 2018] le; 12-30 cts] Hkkx&2 ¼çkbl 00 ct s rd bZ&VUMfjs xa ocs lkbZV gsrq vgZrk izkIr QeZ@Bsdsnkj }kjk fdlh the point with the help of an animated film. She PED/Finance, spoke about the green initiatives wearing gloves while serving “In order to ensure that the ikVZ~l½ [kqyu s dh frfFk rnkuqlkj bZ&oclkbZVs www.etender. up.nic.in ij viyksM dh Hkh dk;Z fnol dk s dk;kZy; dk;Zdky eas talked to students about good touch and bad taken up by the Railways. Praveen Khorana, this particular food item and people receive quality products ij lfprw dh tk;xhAs fufonk izi= eY;w tk ldrh gSA Hkkx&1 [kqyus dh frfFk 25- izkFkZuk i= d s lkFk vuqHko rFkk iSu uEcj touch and how they could protect themselves. ED/Works, outlined the various works being from where they have taken the before the festivals, a regular #0 236@& ek= ¼#0 200-00$G.S.T. 10-2018] le; 16-00 cts] Hkkx&2 ¼çkbl lEcU/kh fooj.k izLrqr dj v/kksgLrk{kjh ls The children were made aware about that prob- done by the RDSO works department in keep- water which is being con- checking exercise will be car- @18% vfrfjDr½] ¼2½ 123&fo-ik-ea-¼iz-½y- ikVZ~l½ [kqyus dh frfFk rnkuqlkj vuqefr izkIr dju s d s mijkUr fufonk izi= lem and some of them were willing to talk about ing cleanliness there. sumed,” he said. Rawat said that ried out,” he said. @2018&19] fo|qr ikjs"k.k [k.M&izFke bZ&osclkbZV ij lwfpr dh tk;sxhA fufonk dk eY;w uxn Hkqxrku dj fufonk izi= Ø; y[kuÅ ds vUrxZr 132 ds0oh0 midsUnz izi= eY;w #0 236@& ek= ¼#0 200- fd;s tk ldrs gSaA rFkk dkjiksjs'ku dh Vh0vkj0Vh0 ij lS.M fiV dk fuekZ.k dk;Z] 00$G.S.T. @18% vfrfjDr½] ¼9½ 130&fo- oclkbVs www.upptcl.org ls Mkmu yksM /kjkgjs /kujkf'k #0 2]000-00] fufonk fnukda ik-ea-¼iz-½y-@2018&19] fo|qr ikjs"k.k Hkh fd;s tk ldrs gSaA Mkmu yksM VsUMj 24-10-2018 dks 16-00 cts rd bZ&VsUMfjax [k.M&f}rh; y[kuÅ d s vUrxZr 220@132 QkeZ Hkju s dh n'kk e as fufonk izi= d s eY;w 15 KV get linked with CDRI ocs lkbZV www.etender.up.nic.in ij ds0oh0 midsUnzksa ij LFkkfir 220@132 dk "Ex.En., E.C.T.D.-I, UP Power PIONEER NEWS SERVICE n LUCKNOW viyksM dh tk ldrh gSA Hkkx&1 [kqyus ds0oh0 cszdjksa dh vksojgkfyax ,oa lfoZflax Transmission Corporation Limited, from Ballia to Lucknow. Many country and contributing in dh frfFk 25-10-2018] le; 13-00 cts] rFkk vU; lEcfU/kr dk;Z] /kjksgj /kujkf'k Lucknow" d s i{k e as jk"Vªh;d`r cSda }kjk queries of students about drug affordable healthcare for all Hkkx&2 ¼çkbl ikVZ~l½ [kqyus dh frfFk #0 2]000-00] fufonk fnukda 24-10-2018 dks fuxZr cSad Mªk¶V fufonk ds izFke Hkkx esa s many as 15 Kendriya discovery and development through development and rnkuqlkj bZ&oclkbZVs ij lfprw dh tk;xhAs 16-30 ct s rd bZ&VUMfjs xa ocs lkbZV /kjksgj /kujkf'k ds lkFk vyx ls dofjax AVidyalayas (KVs) from like how we start for the dis- deployment of knowledge base covery of a new drug, from focused on technology and fufonk izi= eY;w #0 236@& ek= ¼#0 www.etender.up.nic.in ij viyksM dh ysVj ds lkFk izLrqr fd;k tk;sxkA Varanasi and Lucknow Mandals got themselves con- where we get the idea of med- innovation. The CSIR-CDRI 200-00$G.S.T. @18% vfrfjDr½] ¼3½ tk ldrh gSA Hkkx&1 [kqyus dh frfFk 25- MkmuyksM fufonk izi= ds izFke Hkkx esa 124&fo-ik-e-¼iz-½y-@2018&19]a fo|qr ikj"k.ks 10-2018] le; 16-30 cts] Hkkx&2 ¼çkbl fufonk izi= d s eY;w dk fu/kkZfjr cSda Mªk¶V nected with CSIR-CDRI under icine and how a laboratory ani- has also been playing a key role [k.M&izFke y[kuÅ d s vUrxZr 220 d0oh0s ikVZ~l½ [kqyus dh frfFk rnkuqlkj u gksus dh n'kk esa fufonk dk f}rh; Hkkx the Student-Scientist connect mal helps us in screening the in human resource develop- ,o a 132 d0oh0s byfDVªdys y s vkmV Mªkbxa bZ&osclkbZV ij lwfpr dh tk;sxhA fufonk ugha [kksyk tk;sxkA fufonk ds izFke Hkkx programme ‘Jigyasa’ during drugs and many more. Other ment, in particular training of dk s rS;kj djus dk;Z] /kjksgj /kujkf'k #0 izi= eY;w #0 236@& ek= ¼#0 200- esa /kjksgj jkf'k] iwoZ vuqHkkx lecU/kh izi=] the past three months. KVs have also participated in the young researchers through The Council for Scientific ‘JIGYASA’ during the past PhD programmes in diverse 2]000-00] fufonk fnukda 24-10-2018 dk s 16- 00$G.S.T. @18% vfrfjDr½] bZ&fufonk rduhdh o okf.kfT;d fooj.k rFkk f}rh; 00 ct s rd bZ&VUMfjs xa ocs lkbZV [kqyus dh frfFk dks vodk'k dh fLFkfr esa Hkkx esa ek= njksa ls lEcfU/kr fooj.k j[ks and Industrial Research three months,” said a senior fields,” said the senior scientist tk;xas Aas fufonk d s lkFk tek dh tku s okyh (CSIR) has joined hands with scientist from CDRI. from the CDRI. www.etender.up.nic.in ij viykMs dh tk fufonk vxys dk;Z fnol ij [kksyh ldrh gSA Hkkx&1 [kqyus dh frfFk 25-10- tk;xhAs foLr`r tkudkjh ,o a vU; l'kka /kuks as /kjkgjs /kujkf'k jk"Vªh;d`r cSda }kjk tkjh the Kendriya Vidyalaya The programme was He said that more than 2018] le; 13-30 cts] Hkkx&2 ¼çkbl vkfn ds lEcU/k esa lwpuk ,oa fufonk izi= ,Q0Mh0vkj0@Mh0Mh0@cSadlZ psd ds :i Sangathan (KVS) to imple- inspired by Prime Minister, 200 students and 50 teachers ikVZ~l½ [kqyu s dh frfFk rnkuqlkj bZ&oclkbZVs MkmuyksM djus gsrq bZ&VsUMfjax osclkbZV esa gksxhA v/kksgLrk{kjh dks ,d vFkok lHkh ment ‘Jigyasa’ a student-scien- Narendra Modi’s vision of a from vdifferent KVs such as ij lfprw dh tk;xhAs fufonk izi= eY;w n[khs tk ldrh gSA fufonk; as fcuk dkj.k crk; s fujLr dju s dk tist connect programme. The new India and ‘Scientific Social Kendriya Vidyalaya, Chero- www.etender. up.nic.in vFkok dk;Z dks ,d vFkok ,d ls vf/kd focus is on connecting school Responsibility (SSR)’ of the sci- Salempur, Deoria, Kendriya #0 236@& ek= ¼#0 200-00$G.S.T. d`i;k foLr`r tkudkjh] MkmuykM]s vU; vfrfjDr½] ¼4½ 125&fo-ik-ea-¼iz-½y- l'kka /kuks as ,o a bZ&fufonk izLrqr dju s ds fufonknkrkvksa esa ckaVus dk vf/kdkj gksxkA students and scientists so as to entific community and institu- Vidyalaya, RDSO, Lucknow, @18% fufonk lpw uk l[a ;k&05@ @2018&19] fo|qr ikjs"k.k [k.M&izFke fnukad rd foLrkj vkfn ds lEcU/k esa HQ/ECTD- extend student’s classroom tions. Kendriya Vidyalaya, BKT, dk;Z dk uke %& m0iz0 ikoj y[kuÅ ds vUrxZr 132 ds0oh0 midsUnz bZ&VUMfjs xa oclkbZVs I(L)/2018-19 learning with that of a very- ‘Jigyasa’ will inculcate the Kendriya Vidyalaya, Basti, www.etender.up.nic.in VªkUlfe'ku dkWjikjs 'kus fy0 d s y[kks as e as fuEu ekfVZuiqjok ij ykWu efUVus Uls vkfn dk dk;Z] ns[kh tk ldrh gSA CySd fyLVMs Qe Zas ,oa well-planned research labo- culture of inquisitiveness on Kendriya Vidyalaya, ITI, ij izHkkoh fu;=.ka o lle; feyku grqs /kjkgjs /kujkf'k #0 2]000-00] fufonk fnukda ,slh QeksZa ftuds fo#) dksbZ ratory-based learning. the one hand and of a scientif- Mankapur, Gonda, Kendriya rFkk vU; lpukvkw as grqs vkWuykbu lk¶Vo;js 24-10-2018 dks 16-00 cts rd bZ&VsUMfjax lrdZrk@lh0ch0vkbZ0 tkpa py jgh gS In continuation of the pro- ic temper on the other Vidyalaya, IIM-Lucknow, fodflr djuk& ¼1½ vUrj bdkbZ lEO;ogkj gramme, the CSIR-CDRI had amongst the school students Kendriya Vidyalaya, AFS, ocs lkbZV www.etender.up.nic.in ij vFkok yfEcr gS mudh fufonk; as Lohdkj ¼2½ ekfld ys[ks o vuqlwfp;kW ¼3½ iawthxr viyksM dh tk ldrh gSA Hkkx&1 [kqyus ugh a dh tk;xas hA v/kkgLrk{kjdrkZs dk s fcuk invited a batch of 24 students and their teachers.The pro- Bamrauli, Allahabad, Kendriya rFkk vuqj{k.k dk;Z gsrq jksdM+ vfxze o of Intermediate class along gramme will also enable the Vidyalaya, IFFCO, Phulpur, dh frfFk 25-10-2018] le; 14-00 cts] dksbZ dkj.k crk;s fdlh Hkh bZ&fufonk lkexzh vfxzeA dk;Z vof/k 03 ekg] /kjks- Hkkx&2 ¼çkbl ikVZ~l½ [kqyus dh frfFk vFkok lHkh bZ&fufonkvksa dks with two faculties from the students and teachers to prac- Allahabad, Kendriya gj /kujkf'k :0 4]500-00 ¼:0 pkj gtkj Kendriya Vidyalaya, Ballia, on tically live the theoretical con- Vidyalaya, FCI, Gorakhpur, rnkuqlkj bZ&oclkbZVs ij lfprw dh tk;xhAs vLohdkj@foHkkftr djus dk vf/kdkj ikpa lkS ek=½ fufonk izi= dk eY;w :0 fufonk izi= eY;w #0 236@& ek= ¼#0 lqjf{kr gSA v/kh{k.k vfHk;Urk] fo|rq ikj"s k.k Tuesday. Students and faculties cepts taught in science by vis- Kendriya Vidyalaya, Rail 560-00 ¼th0,l0Vh0 lfgr½A mail-Id- interacted with scientists and iting the CSIR laboratories Parisar, Gonda, Kendriya 200-00$ vfrfjDr½] ¼5½ e.My&izFke] m0iz0 ikoj VªkUlfe'ku G.S.T. @18% [email protected] vf/k'kklh 126 dkWjikjs 's ku fy0 d{k l0a &111 l s 114] experienced the environment and by participating in the Vidyalaya No 1, AFS, Chakeri, &fo-ik-e-¼iz-½y-@2018&19]a fo|qr ikj"k.ks vfHk;Urk] fo|rq tkuin ikj"s k.k [k.M&iFz ke] of laboratories. mini-science projects. CSIR- Kanpur, also visited the Hk&w ry] ikj"s k.k Hkou] foHkfw r [k.M&AA] [k.M&f}rh; y[kuÅ ds vUrxZr fofHkUu m0i0z ,l0,y0Mh0lh0 ifjlj] foHkfw r [k.M] “Students were so enthusi- CDRI has beenworking for Institute and interacted with dk;kZy;k as e as dEI;VlZ]w ekWuhVj] fizUVlZ o xkes rh uxj] y[kuÅ i=kad 1888 fnukad xkes rhuxj] y[kuÅ i=kad& 1496 fnukad astic and curious that they for- several decades for socio-eco- the scientists to satiate their ;0ih0,l0w dh fji;fjs xa ,o a eUVhus Uls vkfn 19-9-2018 ^^jk"Vªfgr esa fctyh cpk;sa** 18-09-2018 ^^jk"Vªfgr esa fctyh cpk,a**A get the pain of a long journey nomic development in the curiosity. LUCKNOW | THURSDAY | SEPTEMBER 20, 2018 nation 05

INSHORT SC EXTENDS HOUSE ARREST Cong submits memo to CAG over Rafale OF ACTIVISTS FOR A DAY New Delhi: The Supreme Court on PNS n NEW DELHI (CVC), and Parliamentary Wednesday said it would look into Standing Committee on the Koregaon-Bhima case ontinuing with its attack on Defence,” he said. Govt: Probe can’t be set up to satisfy involving the arrest of five activists Cthe Modi Government, the In its memorandum, the with a “hawk’s eye” as liberty Congress on Wednesday sub- Congress alleged violation of cannot be sacrificed at the altar of mitted a memorandum to the the mandatory provisions of the conjectures, even as it extended Comptroller and Auditor Defence Procurement ego of ill-informed Opposition leader their house arrest for a day. The General (CAG) over alleged Procedure in the “unilateral” top court told the Maharashtra irregularities in the Rafale purchase of 36 Rafale jets from PNS n NEW DELHI Government that there should be a fighter jet deal and maintained Dassault Aviation and that pub- clear-cut distinction between that the auditor watchdog com- lic exchequer lost `41,000 crore he Government on Opposition and dissent on one mitted to take a look into the due to the purchase. The party TWednesday not only reject- hand and the attempts to create matter. said while the previous UPA ed the Congress’ demand for a disturbance, law and order The Congress has stepped Government was buying Rafale probe into the Rafale fighter jet problems and overthrow the up the attack on the jets for `526 crore a piece, the deal, saying an enquiry cannot be government on the other. Government over the Rafale Congress senior leaders Ghulam Nabi Azad, Anand Sharma, Randeep Surjewala, rate fixed by the Modi dispen- set up only to satisfy the ego of deal and is seeking to make it Ahmed Patel and others leave after a meeting with Comptroller and Auditor General sation was `1,670 crore. an “ill-informed” leader of the KHARGE REFUSES TO a major poll issue ahead of (CAG) in New Delhi on Wednesday PTI “We request the CAG to Opposition party who “repeats ATTEND LOKPAL MEET Assembly elections in some key undertake its constitutional lies”, but also targeted former New Delhi: Congress leader in states later this year and the dum, along with enclosures on examining the papers, they are duty by conducting a time Defence Minister AK Antony. Lok Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge parliamentary election in 2019. “irregularities” and “acts of examining the payments made, bound special and forensic “I don’t think JPC or CAG again boycotted the Lokpal A delegation of party lead- omission and commission” by and they are examining the audit by examining the record enquiry is set up to satisfy the ego Rafale fighter jet deal and for ities. “He was the Minister who Selection Committee meeting on ers led by senior party member the Government in the fighter procedure and its violation. threadbare, so that the truth is of an ill-informed leader who leaving HAL out of the offset left HAL in lurch, as far as the Wednesday, the sixth time he has Ghulam Nabi Azad called on jet deal. “We expect the CAG They assured that they will look told to the people of India in a repeats lies with alarming regu- contract and transfer of tech- joint operations is concerned. Mr done so this year on the pretext CAG chief Rajiv Mehrishi and will prepare a report soon and at all the documents that we comprehensive and transparent larity,” Law Minister Ravi nology. The Congress has also Antony has a lot to answer,” he that he is not made a full-fledged handed over a memorandum, present it before Parliament,” he have brought in public domain manner affixing the responsi- Shankar Prasad told reporters, in been demanding a joint parlia- said. member in the panel. In a letter to accusing the Government of said. and that they will very soon be bility of the Modi an apparent attack on Congress mentary committee (JPC) probe “What has struck me more Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he causing loss to the public Congress alleged that the submitting a report to Government,” the Congress president Rahul Gandhi. into the matter. is that Mr Antony, who was conveyed his decision of exchequer and endangering fresh deal for Rafale fighter jets Parliament after examining all memorandum said. Prasad said that Antony has Prasad said Antony was the Defence Minister for eight years boycotting the panel meeting held national security by bypassing was inked by the Narendra the contentions raised by the The party earlier demand- a lot to answer for keeping the Defence Minister when the off- during which nothing could be this evening. state-run Hindustan Modi dispensation at a cost Congress party,” Congress chief ed a probe by a joint parlia- public-sector Hindustan set rule was framed, as incum- done for modernisation and Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in much higher than what was spokesperson Randeep mentary committee (JPC) into Aeronautics Limited (HAL), bent Defence Minister Nirmala empowerment of Indian forces, SC SEES REPORT FILED favour of some businessman negotiated by the previous Surjewala told reporters. the alleged irregularities in the which was to be offset partner of Sitharaman has already articu- (making statement on the issue),” BY SOLID WASTE BODY “friends” for offset contract. Government led by it. “The Government is deal. The Government has the French maker of Rafale jets, lated. he said. New Delhi: The Supreme Court on The delegation also includ- “The CAG pointed out that bound to disclose the price of rejected any kind of JPC or in the lurch despite being in Under India’s offset policy, Prasad also said that Indian Wednesday observed that an ed Ahmed Patel, Ghulam Nabi it is his constitutional and fun- 36 aircraft to scrutiny by the CAG probe into the deal, office for eight years. foreign defence entities are man- Air Force badly needs planes as expert committee, set up to deal Azad, Anand Sharma, Jairam damental duty to audit all such CAG, in accordance with law saying an inquiry cannot be set His response came after dated to spend at least 30 per cent the old planes are causing repeat- with issues relating to solid waste Ramesh, Randeep Surjewala purchases, procedures, award of and there has to be a similar up only to satisfy the ego of an Congress leaders met the of the total contract value in ed accidents. “Should the management in Delhi, should have and Mukul Wasnik. contract and the CAG said disclosure to the Public “ill-informed” leader of Comptroller and Auditor India through procurement of Congress at least rise to the occa- “specific time target” on how the Sharma said the party has that they are already examining Accounts Committee (PAC), the Opposition party who General (CAG) seeking a probe components or setting up of sion for the sake of country’s safe- works would be carried out. The given a detailed memoran- the entire Rafale deal. They are Chief Vigilance Commission “repeats lies”. into alleged irregularities in the research and development facil- ty and security,” he said. apex court, which perused the status report filed by the committee, asked whether the TRIPLE TALAQ PUNISHABLE OFFENCE Lieutenant Governor (L-G) was being briefed about the meetings Will do everything to free 7 Indians of the panel. 30 BRU REFUGEE FAMILIES kidnapped by Taliban: Afghan Prez Cong, BJP engage in war of words RETURN TO MIZORAM New Delhi: At least, 30 Bru New Delhi: Afghan President Ghazni and increasing pres- PNS n NEW DELHI Modi Government is treating refugee families, who have been Ashraf Ghani on Wednesday ence of ISIS in the country. On the issue more as a political living in camps in Tripura for over assured Prime Minister the Ghazni attack, he said he BJP and Congress football than a matter of justice two decades, returned to Mizoram Narendra Modi that his involvement of Pakistani Tengaged in a political spat to Muslim women,” he alleged. on Wednesday as part of a Home Government would do every- national has emerged, the soon after the Centre cleared an “When triple talaq has been Ministry-monitored rehabilitation thing possible to secure the sources said. PTI Ordinance making the practice quashed, the next issue now is package, an official said. The Bru release of seven engineers of triple talaq a punishable of providing justice to Muslim families would be given a one-time abducted by Taliban in the offence. While BJP president women. They should have the financial assistance of `4 lakh, a restive northern Baghlan Afghan envoy Amit Shah termed it a historic right to allowance from the house, a monthly assistance of province in May, official moment and said it is also a mat- property of their husband to `5,000 and free ration for two sources said. to India resigns ter of introspection and guilt for look after themselves and their years as per the agreement signed During extensive talks with political parties which forced children. The property of those by the representatives of the Bru Modi, Ghani also conveyed to India and China to initiate New Delhi: Afghanistan Muslim women to suffer due to men who are unable to provide refugees, the Governments of him that the Afghan joint projects in Afghanistan Ambassador to India Shaida vote bank politics, the Congress and introspection for them as tutional and inhuman practice” this compensation, should be Mizoram and Tripura and the Government is enhancing was also deliberated upon. Abdali stepped down from his accused the Modi Government they forced Muslims women to that was quashed by the attached. But the Modi gov- Centre. security for Sikhs in The sources said a Sino- post on Wednesday. of treating the issue of instant suffer from this bad practice Supreme Court. After the ernment is avoiding this. Afghanistan in the wake of India integrated training pro- Calling his decision a “tough and triple talaq “more as a political for decades due to their vote Supreme Court quashed the “They do not want justice `37 CR ASSETS ATTACHED killing of 13 people of the gramme for Afghan diplomats appealing” one, Abdali, in a series football than a matter of justice bank politics.” practice, it has become a law. be given to Muslim women, IN HOSHIARPUR SCAM community in a suicide bomb- will kickstart next month in of tweets, announced his to Muslim women”. Congress’ chief spokesper- “For us, triple talaq has Modiji does not want that New Delhi: The Enforcement ing in July, the sources said. Delhi. The diplomats will first resignation saying, “Stepping Hailing Prime Minister son Randeep Surjewala said the always been a human issue Muslim women get allowance Directorate on Wednesday said it They said Ghani’s response train in Delhi and then will Down — A tough but an Narendra Modi for the Government has not acceded related to women rights and and our amendment that prop- has attached assets worth `37 on both the issues came after leave for Beijing. appealing decision: On a high Cabinet’s nod to the ordi- to the Congress request for extending justice to them,” he erty should be attached was not crore in connection with its money Modi raised them. Ghani was here on a day- note ending a successful visit of nance, Shah said in tweets making a provision for attach- said, adding that this is the rea- accepted by the government,” laundering probe into the Seven Indian engineers long working visit. the Afghan President in India, I that the decision will allow ing the property of those not son why Congress leaders and Surjewala said at AICC briefing. Hoshiarpur land acquisition scam were kidnapped in Baghlan Giving an overview of the resigned today as the Afghan Muslim women to live with providing compensation to the lawyers such as Salman Surjewala said the in Punjab. It said a provisional province on May 6, and Modi, security scenario in Ambassador to India. Serving in dignity in society. Targeting affected women and children Khurshid and Manish Tiwari Congress had objected that if a order for attachment of 54 vacant in the talks, conveyed his con- Afghanistan, Ghani also India for more than six years was opposition parties such as the after giving them divorce. represented the affected man is jailed, how will women lands and three business and resi- cerns over them to Ghani. apprised Modi about Taliban indeed a great honour and Congress, he said, “This ordi- Surjewala said instant triple women before the Supreme get allowance and how can care dential premises each was issued In the talks, the decision by attack on southeastern city of privilege.” nance is also a matter of guilt talaq was “an illegal, unconsti- Court in the case. However, the be ensured to their children. by its Jalandhar office under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). Central team to visit Kerala today to assess flood damage 3-DAY MEDICALL EXPO AT 205 km Budni-Indore Rly line in MP OK’d PRAGATI MAIDAN PNS n NEW DELHI Home Ministry official memorandum, the official another official said. said. said. The financial mecha- PNS n NEW DELHI via Bhopal,” railway ministry said in Ghat section from Budni to n inter-Ministerial At least 488 people According to the nism to meet the rescue a statement. Berkheda. It will also be beneficial Ateam, headed by a have died in Kerala due to existing guidelines, the and relief expenditure eeping an eye on the forth- “It will provide better transport for the defence forces which has special secretary of the the rains and floods this Inter-Ministerial Central during any notified disas- Kcoming Assembly polls in facilities for public and industries in three premier institutes in Indore. Home Ministry, will visit monsoon, which hit 14 Team (IMCT) will visit the ter event is governed by Madhya Pradesh, the Cabinet this area. It will also help to pro- Kerala for five days begin- districts of the State. The state for on-the-spot guidelines on the State Committee on Economic Affairs vide/generate employment oppor- ning Thursday to assess Kerala Government mem- assessment of damage and Disaster Relief Fund (CCEA) on Wednesday approved a tunities in the project area. The pro- Cabinet approves the damage caused by the orandum comprises additional requirement of (SDRF) and the NDRF, 205.5-km new line connecting ject will generate direct employment revised cost estimate recent devastating floods. details about the loss of funds. the official said. Budni to Indore (Mangaliyagaon) in during construction for about 49.32 New Delhi: Over 300 medical The move comes after human life, properties, The IMCT report will On August 21, the the State. The total estimated cost lakh man-days,” the statement said. for dam safety project firms including global companies the Kerala Government infrastructure and crops. be considered by the sub- Central Government had of the project is `3,261 crore which The proposed line will take off from countries like Germany, sent a detailed memoran- In case of any natural committee of national released `600 crore to will provide connectivity to various from the existing yard of Budni and New Delhi: The Cabinet China, South Africa will be show- dum seeking `4,700-crore calamity beyond the cop- executive committee (SC- flood-hit Kerala as towns and villages like Nasrullganj, will connect at Mangaliyagaon, the Committee on Economic Affairs casing around 3,000 medical as compensation for the ing capacity of a state, the NEC) headed by the promised by Prime Khategoan and Kannod where there existing station of Western Railway on Wednesday approved the equipments at the three-day damage occurred due to state Government sub- Union home secretary in Minister Narendra Modi is no rail connectivity at present. near Indore. Ten new crossing sta- revised cost estimate of a project Medicall Expo, here at Pragati rains and floods, consid- mits a detailed memo- conformity with the (`500 crore) and Home “The main purpose of this pro- tions and seven new halt stations are to improve the safety of 198 dams Maidan from September 21. The ered to be worst in a cen- randum indicating sec- norms and then by a high- Minister Rajnath Singh ject is development of backward proposed to be constructed en across the country. The revised focus is on ‘Make in India’ and tury. tor-wise details of damage level committee, chaired (`100 crore) during their area and reduction in travel time route. cost has now been pegged at wide range of innovative medical The inter-ministerial and requirement of funds by the Home Minister for visits to the State. This was from Indore to Jabalpur as well as The new line will serve Sehore, `3,466 crore. Originally, the total gadgets like mercury-free digital team, headed by Special for relief operations of approving the quantum of in addition to `562.45 from Indore to Mumbai and Dewas and Indore districts and cost of the project was `2,100 BP monitor and specially designed Secretary B R Sharma, immediate nature. additional assistance from crore already made avail- towards southern side also, as this will provide direct link from Budni crore with State component of stethoscope for cardiologists, said will visit Kerala from Accordingly, the Kerala the National Disaster able in the State Disaster will reduce distance by 68 km com- to Indore bypassing the congested `1,968 crore and central compo- Dr Manivannan S, CEO of September 20 to 24, a Government sent the Relief Fund (NDRF), Relief Fund of Kerala. pared to the present available route route of Bhopal-Itarsi including nent of `132 crore. Medicall. India accounts 27% of world PM to lay foundation stone of IICC in Capital

PNS n NEW DELHI retail services and high-end space and offices will be be looking to fill in this TB cases in 2017: WHO offices. The convention cen- completed on a public-pri- space. PNS n NEW DELHI assessment of the TB epidemic were in eight countries alone — ight years after it was tre can accommodate 11,000 vate partnership (PPP) The construction will and progress in the response at India 27 per cent; China nine per Efirst conceived, the work persons, 5 exhibition halls, mode, it said. be in line with green build- ndia accounted for 27 per cent global, regional and country lev- cent; Indonesia eight per cent; the on the mega exhibition and 1-kilometre long foyer, The driving factor ing principles and Indian Iof the 10 million people who els, however, noted that estimates Philippines six per cent; Pakistan convention centre — India multi-purpose arena with behind the project is also to Green Building Council developed tuberculosis in 2017, of TB incidence and mortality for five per cent; Nigeria four per cent; International Convention & retractable roof. promote schemes like Make (IGBC) Platinum rating the highest among the top 30 high India are interim, pending results Bangladesh four per cent and Expo Centre (IICC) — will It will be developed in in India, tourism, trade and standards. TB burden countries in the world, from the national TB prevalence South Africa three per cent. finally commence from two phases. Phase-I and II commerce, exports, busi- IICC complex will have according to the latest report by survey planned for 2019/2020. The TB number has been Thursday. Prime Minister will be completed by ness tourism etc. According a dedicated underground the World Health Organisation. The Worldwide contracted increasing since 2013, mainly due Narendra Modi will lay the December 2019 and to estimations, the govern- Metro station which will be Globally, the report said, the best TB that was resistant to rifampicin, to increased reporting of detect- foundation stone of the December 2024, respective- ment expects IICC Dwarka an extension of the airport estimate is that 10 million people “the most effective first-line drug.” ed cases by the private sector in state-of-the-art convention ly. Officials associated with will generate an annual high speed metro corridor developed TB disease in 2017. Of Of this number, 82 percent had India, following the introduction centre in Dwarka on the the project said the first demand for at least 100 and is being constructed by these, 5.8 million are men, 3.2 mil- multidrug-resistant TB. And of the of a national policy of mandato- lines of the ones in Extension Road II and is phase, comprising conven- large international and Delhi Metro. lion women and one million chil- MDR-TB cases, 8.5 percent were ry notification in 2012 and the Shanghai, Hong Kong and about 11 kms from the Delhi tion centre with a seating domestic events. It expects The Airport Express line dren. extensively drug resistant, or unre- rollout of a nationwide web-based Singapore for hosting exhi- International Airport. The capacity of 10,000 guests, to receive around 10 million of the Delhi Metro Rail What’s worst for India was sponsive to four anti-TB drugs and case-based reporting system bitions, trade fairs and sum- project was first mooted in two exhibition halls spread annual visitors by 2019-20 Corporation is being con- that it was home to almost half of namely Rifampicin, isoniazid, any (called ‘Nikshay’) that facilitates mits of international stan- 2010 but was stuck due to over 80,000 square metre and 23 million after the sec- sidered for extension from the world’s cases which were resis- of the fluoroquinolone antibi- reporting of detected cases by care dards. delay in transfer of land area and a foyer, would be ond phase in 2025. Dwarka Sector 21 to the tant to TB drugs at 24 percent fol- otics, and at least one of the three providers in the public and private The project is planned from DDA. ready by October 2019 and According to officials, ECC complex. It is pro- lowed by China (13 percent), and injectable second-line drugs. sectors. over an area of 221.37 acres IICC at Dwarka will be will be constructed as non- the country boasts of a few posed that the complex will Russia (10 percent), as per the There were cases in all coun- India accounted for 32 per (over 90 hectares or 10.7 an integrated complex with public-private partnership big convention centres such have a dedicated station 2018 edition of the Global tries and age groups, but overall cent of global TB deaths among lakh square km) in Sector facilities like exhibition halls, (PPP) component. The sec- as the one in Pragati Maidan along with three entry/exit Tuberculosis Report, released here 90 per cent were adults, and nine HIV-negative people, and for 27 25, Dwarka, at an estimated convention centre, open ond phase, comprising the and the Bombay Convention points within the complex recently. per cent were people living with per cent of the combined total TB cost of Rs.25,703 crores. It is exhibition spaces, mixed use remaining exhibition area and Exhibition Centre, but and the line’s construction The report, which provides a HIV. deaths in HIV-negative and HIV- connected through Dwarka commercial spaces like star will be ready by 2025 and a world-class centre is lack- could be completed by as comprehensive and up-to-date Of the global total, two-thirds positive people. Expressway and Urban hotels (5, 4 and 3 star), facilities such as hotels, retail ing. The IICC Dwarka will soon as December 2019. 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KHURSHEED WANI n SRINAGAR ‘If at some point of State Secretary CPI(M) Ghulam roadmap for security in the Nabi Malik said that despite the upcoming Municipal and he controversial decision of the time, the party majority of mainstream political Panchayat polls in Kashmir. TJammu & Kashmir feels that elections parties in Jammu and Kashmir A day after Panchayat polls Government to hold municipal are not being deciding not to participate in were announced several attempts and panchayat polls took an inter- conducted in a fair these polls, the announcement of were made to set ablaze Panchayat esting twist on Tuesday with the manner, then the the election schedule shows the Ghars at five different places in Congress party’s reluctant decision “arrogance of the BJP-led Central south Kashmir’s Pulwama and to plunge into the fray. While the party after assessing Government”. Shopian district since Monday. two regional mainstream parties the situation will The PDP and NC have The Joint Resistance — the National Conference (NC) have no hesitation to described the Congress decision as Leadership (JRL) of separatist and People’s Democratic Party take a call’ the party’s own that would have no Syed Ali Geelani, Mirwaiz Umar (PDP) — have decided to stay bearing on their decision to stay Farooq and Yasin Malik while away from the polls, the Congress awa rejecting any electoral process “as decision to participate has changed will not stay away from the elec- and opportunistic,” Mir said The PDP chief spokesperson a substitute to right to self-deter- the ground situation though the tions to “keep the ground open for adding the Congress wants the Rafi Ahmad Mir said their party mination” reiterated its appeal to security concerns remain a major the communal forces but we will elections to be free and fair. “If at has thoughtfully decided to stay the people of Kashmir to observe issue for the smooth conduct of fight with full might.” some point of time, the party feels away from the polls. a complete election boycott to the the elections. Mir urged Governor that elections are not being con- “The decision to stay away upcoming municipal and local The Congress was delaying to Administration to provide security ducted in a fair manner, then the from the polls was aimed at bodies’ elections in the Jammu and reveal its cards and a section of its to contesting candidates and party after assessing the situation respecting the sentiments of peo- Kashmir. A prominent militant leadership was convinced that the peaceful atmosphere needed to be will have no hesitation to take a ple, therefore the participation of organization Hizbul Mujahideen polls would not be held due to created for the smooth conduct of call.” Congress and BJP in the polls has already issued a threat warn- security situation in Kashmir polls. The mainstream regional par- won’t harm PDP at the gross root ing to use sulphuric and Valley, especially in the southern The NC and PDP have decid- ties who announced to boycott the level,” Ahmad said. hydrochloric acid against all con- decisions. However, after the State ed to boycott the elections as they upcoming Municipal and The NC General Secretary testants and the voters. Election Commission (SEC) have asked the Central Panchayat polls in the state, and legislator Ali Muhammad State Election Commission decided to hold the polls, the Government to clear its stand on Wednesday said that the partici- Sagar said that his party has noth- on Sunday announced nine phase Congress said that it would con- the issue of Article 35-A and take pation of Congress in the elections ing to do with other parties but the Panchayat elections in over 35 test to keep the “communal forces” steps for its protection. won’t harm their party at the party is staying away from the thousand Panchayat constituencies away. Mir said that Congress being gross root level. polls to secure the rights and spe- beginning November 17 in the Addressing a Press a responsible secular force will not On Monday, the Communist cial status of people living in the State. Similarly, the four phase Conference here, Jammu and give safe passage to BJP. “In case Party of India (CPI) also decided state. Municipal polls have been sched- Kashmir Pradesh Congress chief we do not counter BJP-RSS, we against participating in view the Meanwhile, the security agen- uled next month beginning Gulam Ahmad Mir said the party would also be perceived as dual prevailing situation in the valley. cies are chalking out a proper October 8. Triple talaq Ordinance gets Gujarat lawmakers pass Bill mixed response proposing 65% hike in pay NAYAN DAVE n GANDHINAGAR up from `70727 to `1.16 Lakh. revised. In most of the other TN RAGHUNATHA n MUMBAI of their constitutional rights as well as In the case of Ministers, States salaries of lawmakers of their rights in the Quran, the rrespective of partyline, Speaker, My Speaker and revised time to time,” said he triple talaq Ordinance approved BMMA stated: “This ordinance is the IGujarat lawmakers on Leader of Opposition, salary jadeja’s adding that even after Tby the Union Cabinet on first important legislation and BMMA Wednesday unanimously will increase from `86000 to this hike salaries of Gujarat Wednesday evoked mixed response is going to continue to push for a com- passed a Bill proposing hike of `1.32 Lakh. MLAs would remain much from the Muslim organisations, with prehensive codification of Muslim almost 65 per cent in their own The Bill was introduced in lower than states like the Bharatiya Muslim Mahila Andolan family law where gender-just provisions salaries. the House by Minister of State Uttarakhand, Jharkhand and (BMMA) welcoming the legislation as pertaining to age of marriage, mehr, The 182 legislators includ- for Parliamentary Affairs Maharashtra where lawmakers a “much-awaited” decision and two consent, polygamy, halala, muta, main- ing that of Ministers, Speaker Pradipsinh Jadeja on the sec- are getting monthly remuner- other Muslim organisations —All India tenance and inheritance are also legis- and Deputy Speaker of the ond and last day of monsoon ation of `2.50 Lakh, 2.13 Lakh Sunni Jamiatul Ulema and Raza lated upon”. State Assembly would get at session. Instantly without any and `2.25 Lakh respectively. Academy — terming it as against “all “The Hindu Code Bill came in least `45,000 hike per month opposition it was passed by all Accordingly to him MLAs constitutional norms and the orders of 1955 and as the largest minority we are with effect from December 22, the MLAs present in the of West Bengal, Odisha and the Supreme Court”. lagging behind a good 60 years. It is 2017. House. With this `six crore Tamilnadu are taking lesser Describing the triple talaq ordi- time that a Muslim Code Bill or a With approval to The areas will be given to MLAs salaries compared to revised nance making the practice of instant Muslim Family Law is passed so that Gujarat Salaries and with retrospective effect. salaries of Gujarat lawmakers. divorce a punishable offence as “a all other issues come within the ambit Allowances of Members, Moreover, the new salary struc- In the 182-members much-awaited and a much-wanted of law,” the BMMA added. Speaker and Dy Speaker of ture will put an extra burden of Gujarat Assembly there are 99 legislation”, the BMMA said: “We are However, in a joint statement Gujarat Assembly, Ministers `10 crore annually on the state members of ruling BJP, 77 of thankful to the central government for issued here, All India Sunni Jamiatul and Leader of Opposition Laws exchequer. main Opposition Congress heeding to the voice of Muslim women Ulema (AISJU) and Raza Academy (amendment) Bill, 2018, the “Since 2005 salaries of party, one NCP MLA and three who demanded the above amend- described the triple talaq ban ordinance monthly salary of MLAs will go Gujarat MLAs were not independent MLAs. ments.” as “illegal”. “The BJP Government’s “We urge all political parties to ordinance to ban triple talaq is against recognise, acknowledge and extend all constitutional norms and against the their support to the demands of orders of the Supreme Court The Muslim women. For too long they have triple talaq ordinance amounts to been discriminated against and faced Contempt of Court,” the two organi- insecurity and fear in their life, fear of sations said. instant divorce, polygamy, underage “This bill was passed in Lok marriage and deprivation of inheritance sabha since the NDA had a majority rights,” the BMMA said, in a statement and then was placed before Rajya issued here. sabha. But the Government couldn’t get Maintaining that it was pertinent the bill passed here and it was twice now for all political parties to realise rejected in Rajya Sabha, “the two that Muslim women had the knowledge Muslim organisations said. Ordinance unconstitutional and anti-Muslim women: Owaisi OMER FAROOQ n HYDERABAD other community for the same act he will be punished with only one year prominent Muslim leader in India imprisonment under another law. Ahas termed the fresh Ordinance “This is against the right to equality criminalising triple or instant talaq a under the fundamental rights guaran- “violation of the right to equality teed in the Constitution”, he said. enshrined in the Constitution” and an Moreover if rash driving results in attempt by the Narendra Modi death the punishment was only for two Government to torture the Muslims in years and here the imprisonment was India. three years, he said. Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen pres- Owaisi contended that the ident and MP Asaduddin Owaisi react- Supreme Court had never asked the Kashmiris clash with policemen during a Muharram procession in Srinagar on Wednesday AP ing to the Ordinance issued on Government to bring a penal provision Wednesday told a media conference in against the instant Talaq but had Hyderabad that the Ordinance will not declared it invalid saying that even any do justice to Muslim women but fur- body pronounces the triple talaq the Hired killer arrested in ther aggravate their condition. marriage will remain un-dissolved. “In Islam marriage is a civil con- Pointing out that under the ordi- tract. It is wrong to apply penal provi- nance a man who pronounces instant sions on it. This is bad in law and bad Talaq will have to undergo imprison- honour killing case in Constitution”, he said. ment as well as pay the maintenance He appealed to the to the woman. “Why I am saying is that OMER FAROOQ n HYDERABAD Siva, friend Abdul Kareem and offered them a huge contract in Muslim Personal Law Board to chal- this is even bigger two other notorious criminals June last to kill Pranay Bari and lenge it in the Supreme Court. “I am injustice to woman is that while he ven as Nalgonda district Asghar Ali and Abdul Bari. Asghar Ali tried to get it done sure that it will remains in jail for three years the Epolice have cracked the so Ranganath said that the through a Hyderabad based be challenged as there are strong legal woman will remain stuck in the mar- called “honor killing” case and father had given a contract to gang. However the attempt grounds to do so”, he said. riage. Do you think even after the man arrested seven people including Asghar Ali and Abdul Bari to was aborted when the gang Pointing out the glaring discrep- comes out of prison they can live a hired killer from Bihar kill Pranay to avenge “humili- members turned up in a drunk ancy and discrimination in the ordi- together peacefully”, Owaisi asked. Subhash Kumar alias Sharma, ation” caused by him marrying condition. Later Bari thought of nance he said that if a Muslim man give The MP from Hyderabad father of the victim has said his daughter. Santosh and hired his services. instant divorce to his wife the ordi- expressed apprehensions that the that he and other family mem- Both Asghar Ali and Abdul The SP said that after tak- nance provides for three years impris- Ordinance will be misused to arrest bers were facing threat to their Bari were accused in the mur- ing up the assignment Santosh onment but in case of a man from any Muslim men and imprisonment. lives from the powerful people der of former Gujrat Home made many trips to Hyderabad behind the killing of his son. Minister Haren Pandya but were and Miryalaguda and it was in Nalgonda district superin- later acquitted. They also had fifth attempt that he managed tendent of police AV Ranganath record of many other criminal to kill Pranay. 2 teachers held for seeking sexual told a Press conference that the cases and served terms in prison. Police said that when police have arrested Subhash During one such imprisonment Maruti Rao came to know favours for good marks Sharma from Jagatsinghpur in Abdul Bari had met Santosh from his wife that Pranay and Bihar where he was hiding Sharma of Bihar who was serv- his pregnant wife will be visit- TN RAGHUNATHA n MUMBAI after committing the day light ing jail term in a case of dacoity ing a private hospital in murder of Pranay Kumar. and the two struck friendship. Miryalaguda on September 14 he Nashik police on Wednesday arrested two teachers from a leading local It may be recalled that 24 Maruti Rao, a rich busi- for checkup he alerted the Tcollege for allegedly demanding sexual favours to give good marks to a girl year old Pranay, a Dalit youth, nessman who was also in land gang. While Santosh waited student. Acting on a complaint lodged by a female HSC student from LV Hiray who had married an upper grabbing and settlement of outside the hospital, Bari kept College at Nashik, the police arrested two teachers Pravin D Suryawanshi and caste girl Amruthavarishini was disputes, had also come in an eye from a distance. When Sachin N Sonawane, who had been working at the college for several years. hacked to death in Miryalaguda touch with Abdul Bari when Pranay came out at 130 pm In her complaint, the victim stated that two teachers had demanded sex from town on Friday last. the latter had kidnapped him in with his wife and mother, Bari her for giving her marks enough to pass the 12th standard examination in which Others who were arrested a land dispute case. The two pointed towards him and she had failed. She also alleged that two teachers, apart from molesting her, had include Amrutha’s father T had later turned friends. Santosh attacked him from been harassing for more than three years from January 1 2015 to September 18, Maruti Rao, his brother Sravan According to the police behind with a matchet killing 2018. Kumar, his driver Samudrala investigation when Maruti Rao him on the spot. LUCKNOW | THURSDAY | SEPTEMBER 20, 2018 nation 07 Shah plans 42 poll PIL on EVM: Bombay HC issues notices to M-SEC, Centre TN RAGHUNATHA n MUMBAI despatched 820 balloting units avoid the regular logistics route. (BUs) of the machines in bulk Alluding to several dis- he Bombay High Court on packaging, and on two occa- crepancies that he had noticed TWednesday issued notices sions in April (2017) it sent 245 in the “indiscriminate” orders war rooms in Bengal to the Election Commission of (VVPAT) machines ‘By Hand’, and deliveries of EVMs made India (EC), Maharashtra State to certain recipients and desti- by the two state-run compa- SAUGAR SENGUPTA n KOLKATA “The Trinamool Congress round Bengal will have to Election Commission (M-SEC) nations. nies, Roy said that between on the other hand is likely to remain on high alert about and two public sector Roy said that on both the 1989-1990 to 2015-2016, BEL xpecting reverses in the get solid 28-30 percent Muslim some extra-political things like Electronic Voting Machine occasions, BEL did not state to had supplied 125,149 EVMs to EHindi belt which account- votes. Besides it has its own 15 riots etc that can polarize votes (EVM) manufacturing com- whom the consignments of Karnataka, 169,975 to Bihar, ed for about 160 out of 190 percent general votes including in one go,” said another expert. panies and others in a public BUs were ‘posted’ or from 159,900 to Uttar Pradesh, seats in 2014 the BJP is taking the standard 5-7 percent vote According to sources the interest litigation seeking inves- where the entire lot of the 140,500 to Tamil Nadu, 87,325 Bengal “very seriously” in gained through rigging. Taking war room strategists will report tigations into the supply and ‘hand-delivered’ VVPATs orig- to Andhra Pradesh, 50,850 to terms of 2019 general elections. into account 2 percent vote for directly to Shah in Delhi and use of EVMs manufactured by inated and whether they were Gujarat, 50,050 to Rajasthan, Consequently party president the Independents and smaller not the State leaders to ensure the two State-run companies received safely by the intended 23,000 to Jharkhand, 10,000 to Amit Shah has decided to per- groups the BJP is unlikely to that there is no sabotage. and a stay on the use of the recipients. Delhi, 3,000 to Manipur and sonally navigate the poll vessel poll more than 30-32 percent “Plainly speaking the State BJP machines pending the probe. Roy said that for the entire 2,000 to Sikkim. in the run up to the 2019 Lok votes which will not win them leaders will have no say in the A HC bench of Justice S.S. lot of 820 BUs sent through Surprisingly, BEL also sup- Sabha elections, insiders say. the elections.” electoral strategy. They will Kemkar and Justice S.V. Kotwal India Posts, there were only plied 500 EVMs to Accordingly Shah has Suman Mukherjee a polit- only give their advice to the ordered issuance of notices to nine Docket Nos. assigned for Chandigarh, which is the only planned 42 “war rooms” for all ical analyst backs this view say- party top brass.” the EC, M-SEC, Electronics Pawar and Santosh Saroj has Trail (VVPATs) were being the total consignment, which city to get its own machines. the 42 parliamentary con- ing “even in its worst day the The war-room strategists: Corporation of India Ltd urged the high court for setting ordered by the EC and various comprises two boxes with 50 Normally, the EVMs go to the stituencies led by seasoned Left will poll 17 percent vote. making a lethal blend of some (ECIL) and Bharat Electronics up of a Special Investigation SECs and that there were huge BUs each and one box each respective states from where “trans-Bengal” party organis- If the BJP cannot pull it down expert RSS veterans and man- Ltd (BEL) and others to file Team (SIT) into the supply of contradictions in the figures of with 60, 70, 80, 90, 100, 110 and they are distributed. ers. The “war room” is also like- to 7-8 percent it has no chance agement experts will send their their say, while hearing a pub- EVMs by the two companies. orders and supplies made by 210 BUs. In his petition, Roy ly to be enriched by some of winning Bengal.” reports to Shah and Arvind lic interest litigation filed RTI He has also rooted for a stay on the two manufacturers. “This is misleading as each demanded that as to why the management experts who Though Shah has fixed a Menon who would after mon- activist by Manoranjan S Roy. the use of EVMs pending the Roy has based his petition box has a specific size depend- BEL and the Election would in tandem with the sea- target of 22 seats for the Bengal itoring and scrutinizing reports The others who were completion of the investiga- based on the information he ing on the dimensions of the Commission of India had used soned ‘imported’ organisers BJP, Mukherjee is unwilling to will make out the final strategy. served notices are the Union tions. received from the parties con- BUs. The BEL’s reply shows the different yardstick in the sup- train the general workers to go bet even on its two sitting Apart from a dedicated Home Ministry, IT Among other things, the cerned under the RTI Act. entire consignment was post- ply of EVMs to Chandigarh. about election campaigning, MPs Babul Supriyo and SS “war-room” tactic the BJP is Department and Maharashtra petitioners urged the high court Roy told the court that ed in only nine boxes, though Alluding to the supply of sources said. Ahluwalia. “The situation is also planning to host a meet- Government. to order seizure of all the according to information the Indian Posts does not VVPATs to various states, the Says BN Chakrabarty a such that they also might lose ing of the minority leaders “in The HC bench directed the EVMs in circulation across received by him under RTI Act, accept — nor is equipped to petitioner said that he had sephologist: “The waning Left their seats,” he says adding, the order to alleviate the false fear Additional Solicitor-General the country and take them the Bengaluru-based BEL had handle — such huge parcels,” received information stating Front which got 15 percent BJP has to do something extra- in their mind.” Such meetings of India and state Advocate- into its possession, pending the despatched large quantities of the petitioner said. that BEL had during 2013-14 votes in the Panchayat polls is ordinary to win this elections. is planned not to garner General to appear at the next investigations. electronic voting machines by Roy said that BEL had told supplied the highest number of not likely to improve its tally “In any case till Amit Shah Muslim votes to BJP side but to hearing to be held after two In his petition, Roy ‘hand-delivery’ and ‘by post’ to him that on April 6 and April VVPATs — 2,455 — to beyond 18 percent in the gen- is there you do not know what drive a wedge in that so that weeks. brought to the attention of the various unidentified recipients. 10, 2017, that it delivered Karnataka, followed by 2,275 to eral elections. Add to it is going to happen because he some of them are retained by In a petition filed on behalf court about the manner in Quoting the RTI replies, VVPATs in three parcels -- 65, Bihar, 2,140 to Gujarat, 1,500 to Congress’ committed 8-10 per- does something more than the Left and the Congress, of Roy in March this year, which a large number of EVMs Roy stated that BEL had 70 and 110, respectively -- ‘By Mizoram, 1,475 to Tamil Nadu, cent vote. politics to win votes. This time insiders said. counsels S P Chaudhari P and Voter Verified Paper Audit informed him that it had Hand’ and ‘urgent delivery’ to 130 to Delhi and 25 to EC. Sania Mirza Factionalism, outbursts, arrogance No info from UAE on extradition of Michel... signs out of From Page 1 ing for VVIP helicopters from 6,000 metres to 4,500 metres. When contacted by the CBI, the Interpol has also told the Service ceiling is the maximum height at which a helicopter can social media to agency there is no further development in the case, according operate. Reduction of service ceiling led to the AgustaWestland’s to cost BJP dear in Tamil Nadu to sources. participation in the tendering process as its copters did not have The CBI had filed chargesheet in the case in September last the capability to fly beyond 4,500 metres. keep trolls away KUMAR CHELLAPPAN n DMK chief Stalin had demand- of inspiring the cadre,” said this year, naming former IAF chief SP Tyagi, retired Air Marshal JS The Enforcement Directorate (ED) that probed the money CHENNAI ed Raja’s arrest under the leader who did not want his Gujral along with eight others, including five foreign nationals. laundering angle in the VVIP helicopter scam alleged in its INDIA-PAK CLASH National Security Act for this name to be quoted. He also Michel is one of the chargesheeted accused in the case. chargesheet filed in June 2016 that Michel had received Euro 30 IN DUBAI ontroversies created by its statement. pointed out that party cadre In the chargesheet, the CBI has alleged that there was an esti- million (nearly Rs 225 crore). He is wanted in India to face trial Cown leaders have marred This time Raja has com- were disappointed over intense mated loss of Euro 398.21 million (approximately Rs 2,666 crore) in the case. OMER FAROOQ n HYDERABAD the prospects of the BJP mak- pany in the form of Tamilissai factionalism in the State unit. to the exchequer in the deal that was signed on February 8, 2010 Union Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad termed the order ing any impact in Tamil Nadu Sounderarajan, the president of “The BJP in Tamil Nadu is for the supply of 12 VVIP copters worth Euro 556.262 million. of a Dubai court to extradite British national Christian Michel ce Hyderabadi Tennis star politics, which has been left the Tamil Nadu BJP. Political in Intensive Care Unit and The CBI probe has revealed that during Tyagi’s tenure as IAF as a positive development and said the news has created a “sense ASania Mirza, who is often rudderless by the demises of commentators as well as her survives on the life support sys- chief, the air force agreed to reduce the mandated service ceil- of unease” in some leaders here. targeted by the right wing trolls AIADMK supremo Jayalalithaa colleagues in the party are tem provided by the Centre. online for her marriage to and chief of the DMK, M unanimous in their view that There is no possibility of the Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik Karunanidhi. the lady has become a liability party winning a single seat in has signed out of social media H Raja, the national secre- for the party having failed to the upcoming Lok Sabha elec- Ordinance makes for a few days in view of the tary of the BJP, faces series of make any inroads in Tamil tions,” said Govindarajan Monsoon... much awaited and high tension litigations in the Madras High Nadu despite a number of Satyamurthy, veteran scribe India-Pakistan clash in Asia Court for his reported out- favourable factors. “She is a apolitical commentator. triple talaq crime From Page 1 Cup being played in Dubai. bursts against the police and total failure ,” said a senior There are reports ion ver- The US National Weather Services agency said depression would In a clear indication that she the judiciary, made during last leader in Tamil Nadu BJP. nacular media that the nation- From Page 1 erupt in intensely heavy precipitation over North-West India: South wanted to avoid getting sucked week’s Vinayaka Chathurthi On Monday , al leadership of the BJP is pin- Under a compoundable offence, both parties have Rajasthan, West Madhya Pradesh, East and North Gujarat, Delhi into any fresh online contro- festival. Sounderarajan and a tiff with ning their hopes on Rajnikanth, the liberty of withdrawing the case. The proposed law and West UP. This is likely to pan out over the next 12 to 15 days. versy or become a target of Tamil Nadu advocate gen- an auto rickshaw driver when the superstar of Tamil films to would only be applicable on instant triple talaq or ‘talaq- As per IMD data, monsoon withdrawal was most delayed in 2017 trolling Sania Mirza tweeted eral Vijay Narayan on Tuesday the latter challenged her over turn around the fortunes of the e-biddat’ and it would give power to the victim to and had begun on September 27. In 2016, monsoon withdrew on that she was signing out for a issued a show cause notice to the ever increasing fuel prices. party. Rajnikanth (68) had approach a magistrate seeking “subsistence allowance” September 15. Monsoon withdrew on September 4 in 2015 while few days. Sania is an advance Raja asking why statutory con- Taken aback by media reports declared on the new year eve for herself and minor children. in 2014 it withdrew on September 23. Monsoon withdrawal saw on stage of pregnancy. sent should not be granted to about the spar, she called on the that he would launch a politi- A woman can also seek the custody of her minor September 9 in 2013 while it had withdrew on September 24 on 2012. She wrote on her twitter han- a lawyer to initiate criminal auto driver Kathir and made it cal outfit and fight the elec- children from the magistrate who will take a final call Prevalence of dry weather for five straight days and reduction in dle @MirzaSania, ‘soo less than contempt of court proceedings a media event. Kathir who tions. But even after nine on the issue. Citing details of instant triple talaq cases, moisture content are among the main factors considered for 24 hrs to go for this match, safe for his recent “scandalous” spoke to media on Wednesday months, there is no sign of the the Minister said till now 430 incidents of triple talaq announcing monsoon’s withdrawal. Another condition is the set- to sign out of social media for a comments against judiciary. said that his opinion about the superstar’s political party com- have come to the notice of the Government through the ting of anti-cyclonic circulation over western Rajasthan. few days since the amount of Raja has been a keenly BJP remained unchanged. “Her ing alive. media. Of these, he said, 229 were reported before the Agriculturists said the late retreat is not a cause for worry as nonsense thts gonna b said here monitored “object” in the visit caused a dent on my The question being asked Supreme Court judgment, while another 201 came to rains aren’t heavy now and hence would help paddy, cotton and can make a ‘regular’ person sick, radar of the non-BJP parties in pocket as I could not go to is whether it is possible for the notice after it. These cases were reported between coarse cereals, though crops ready for harvesting may face some let alone a pregnant one Later Tamil Nadu. The BJP leader work,” Kathir told reporters. Rajnikanth to launch a party, the period of January 2017 to September 13, 2018, he damage. guys! Knock yourselves out! But kept them in good humour “Though there is enough appoint grass root level lead- said. Presently, rainfall deficiency is over 10 per cent till September remember – ITS ONLY A with his “foot in the mouth” space in Tamil Nadu’s political ers and cadre to monitor all “What is important is that the practice of triple talaq 19. The monthly deficit has increased from 5 per cent in June, to CRICKET MATCH! Toodles!”. statements. There was a furor landscape for another party polling booths in the State and continues in spite of the Supreme Court having 5.8 in July and 7.6 in August. The country witnessed 750.5 mm rain- Many times in the past the among the Dravidians in the and leader, the BJP is not going find out 39 candidates to be annulled it and the Lok Sabha having passed a Bill which fall as against the normal of 834.5 mm till date. right wing trolls including the State last year when Raja to make an impact because of fielded from the State. The elec- is pending in the Rajya Sabha. We have all the evidence Out of total 36 sub-divisions, as many as 26 have witnessed nor- leaders of the ruling BJP had exhorted the BJP cadre to pull poor leadership,” said a nation- tion is just seven months away and a series of papers in this regard,” he told reporters. mal rains, while nine continue to remain rain-deficient and only questioned her patriotism and down all statues of E V al level activist of the party. and there has been no word Prasad said he has tried to take the cooperation of Kerala has recorded excess rain. Despite deficiency the sowing of loyalty to India citing her mar- Ramasamy Naicker, founder of “Show me one person from the from Rajnikanth during the last the Congress party along with other parties, and had met paddy has been carried out over an area of 1,053 lakh hectare (lh) riage to Shoaib Malik. the Dravida Kazhakam. The State leadership who is capable three months. its senior leader Anand Sharma who said he would get as against 1,046 lakh hectare covered in the corresponding week last back after talking to the party leadership. year. Rice, oilseeds and sugarcane have reported a jump in acreage, “I had met him five to six times...We had sought while the planting of pulses and cotton is marginally lower. At 383 DEHRADUN GANG-RAPE CASE cooperation,” he said, adding that there was no response lakh hectare, rice planting is 2.28 per cent higher than that report- Border tense day... from the main Opposition party. ed in the same week last year. From Page 1 Meanwhile, the BSF Medical report confirms It is suspected that the jawans have been kept in a BAT members had dragged state of ‘high alert’ to respond J’khand carrot & stick policy weans villagers... injured BSF jawan inside to any extreme provocation From Page 1 lenge we are facing is to break aware about Government poli- beside, ideology break are : sexual assault: Police Pakistan territory. from the Pakistan side. Several Das said, “The mineral ideology,” said ADGP Mallick. cies although, hence I did not splinter groups, indulging into PTI n DEHRADUN wraps for a month, the police Meanwhile, the BSF raised villagers in the forward areas rich State is lagging behind due The Pioneer interacted ask anyone in my group to criminal activity by Maoists, officer said. the issue of killing of its jawan have been alerted to stay safe to Naxal activities. Our with surrendered people who come for surrender because co-operation from the adjoin- he girl gang-raped in a lead- The crime took place on with the Pakistan Rangers at in the event of exchange of fir- Government’s main aim is to once were influenced and cadre this can be a threat for them,” ing states of Bihar, Orissa, Ting school on the outskirts August 14 and came to light on the sector level to register ing along the International eliminate naxalism. Previous of Maoist. he said. Chhattisgarh and West Bengal of the city and her father on September 16 despite the school their strong protest against Border. Governments didn’t give focus Ganju (name changed), a “And, one day without ,Prosecution and no recycle,” Wednesday recorded their state- authorities already knowing the provocative killing. After the recovery of the to development issues; howev- graduate, shared an incident informing them, I left their the officer added. ments before a local court while about it, Rathore said. The issue also came up body, the BSF authorities in er, in coordination with the which turned his life entirely. group and surrendered. Since “Efforts are being made to her medical report confirmed The victim shared her during the Directorate General Jammu frontier had escorted Central Government, the BJP “I was politically active then they are searching me,” speed up the prosecution sexual assault, police said. ordeal first with her elder sister of Military Operations team of doctors from Samba to Government has made policies and associated with some said Ganju. process for the under trials A check by the state educa- who studied at the same school. (DGMO) talks between India the forward Kandral border favouring tribals and Naxals.” Chatra Sangathan since my His name was in top list of help to stop naxals from re- tion department found the She informed the school author- and Pakistan on Tuesday outpost to conduct post- Explaining about situation college days in 90s. Our area search warrant list of the joining their cadre when school had violated several safe- ities who instead of approach- evening. “India lodged strong mortem late on Tuesday night. of naxalism in nearby areas of was deprived and there were no Jharkhand Police which had released on bail,” IG Batra ty norms and it could soon lose ing the police tried to hush it up protest over the killing of the After completing the nec- Burha Pahar, Latehar and doctors in my village. No water announced a reward amount of added. its license, an official said. by threatening to throw the sis- BSF soldier during the Colonel essary formalities, the body of adjoining areas of Sarju village, connections were given to us by Rs 25 lakh for his arrest. According to the State The victim and her father ters out of school if they dis- level talks between the two the jawan was dispatched to his the Central Armed Forces the Government,” said Ganju, “The Jharkhand Government database about recorded their statements before closed it to anyone, an official sides on the hotline,” sources native place Sonepat in Police (CAPF) officials said who stays in open jail now with Government has provided me Naxals, in Jharkhand 21 out of the court of Additional District said. said in New Delhi. Haryana. these naxal groups move in his family. job, and is paying me Rs 6,000 24 districts are naxal hit. Judge (Civil) Manju Singh, However, after sometime group of 40 -50 Dasta (troop) He said, “I was misguided per month now,” said Ganju. Presently out of 30 worst Investigating Officer Naresh the elder sister of the survivor members and the area of move- by Maoist Communist Centre Meanwhile, STF officials, LWE affected districts in the Rathore said. confided it to a relative who ‘HONEY-TRAPPED’ BY ISI, BSF ment is Chandwa, Balumath , (MCC) party members in col- Jharkhand Jaguar, CAPF said country, 13 are in Jharkhand The medical report has also approached the police. Herhanj, Latehar, Chatra and lege days. They (party people) the challenge before them is to which include Hazaribargh, arrived confirming the victim Meanwhile, the state edu- MAN HELD BY UP ATS Lohardaga border. had told me they are working crush “Maoist” ideology. Lohardaga, Palamu, Chatra, was sexually assaulted, Rathore cation department announced From Page 1 Pertinently, seven CRPF for our people. “We will create “Circumstances have been Garhwa, Ranchi, Gumla, said. it will cancel the licence and no the DGP said. jawans were killed in action pipeline system to supply water changed now, Naxal causalities Simdega, Latehar, Giridih, Nine persons, including the objection certificate issued to Later, Mishra started WhatsApp chat with a phone number countering naxals in Latehar in villages. I treated many peo- have been decreases and sur- Bokaro, West Singhbhum, students accused of the crime, the school. registered in Pakistan and the details of the conversation indi- district recently. ple suffering from dengue, renders are increasing,” said Khunti. Saraikela, Kharsawa, school officials and employees Chief Education Officer SB cate that he was being influenced on conversion and Kashmir, Enlightening on naxal sit- chikungunya, and diarrhoea Ashish Batra, IG, Special Task East Singhbhum, Dhanbad, have been arrested in connec- Joshi who visited the school said the DGP said. The Pakistani number was saved in his mobile uation in Jahrakhad, a special when I was with the MCC.” Force (STF). “There are new Koderma and Ramgarh. tion with the case. it had violated several norms phone as “Pakistani dost” (friend), the DGP said, but declined team comprising, R K Mallick “But, later these people formations of new police sta- Remarkably, as per naxal While three minors boys including installing no CCTVs to divulge the number to the media on which Misra had been , Additional Director General used to meet in groups, tions. We do intelligence based database prepared by have been sent to a correction- on campus and not deploying chatting. Mishra has accepted his crime and several cyber evi- of Police (Operation and Law planned ambush operations anti-naxal operations with the Jharkhand police, in the seven al home in Haridwar by the security guards for the safety of dence has been found through his phone and Facebook & Order), Saket Kumar Singh, and started targeting inno- co-ordination between Central months of current year (till Juvenile Justice Board, their students. account, the DGP said. DIG , Special Task Force (STF) cents to rob money and forces and State police. There August), forty encounters take adult accomplice and five school CBSE regional officer A case under sections 3/4/5/9 of the Official Secrets Act, sec- and Prashant Anand , weapons… I decided to leave are surrender and reward poli- place to deter the naxalite. employees including its director Ranvir Singh said he had rec- tion 121(A) of the Indian Penal Code and 66D of the IT Act was Superintendent of Police, Sarju the party,” he said. cies and we are also working Interestingly, out of these 40 and principal were sent to the ommended to the head office registered against the BSF constable. range, said the scenario is The MCC gave us lecture on integrated Security and encounters, 24 naxals were district jail in Dehradun on cancellation of the school's affil- The DGP said that information regarding who all were with changing. about Bhagat Singh and Development Action Plans and neutralised, including five judicial remand, he said. iation. him in this network, the motivation which led him into sharing “With the coordination of Chandrashekhar Azad, said most importantly in our rewarded naxals while four The school employees were The response to a show information, whether he got money in return as well and his Central Government, we are Ganju. “I took risk with my life seizure of properties under others rewarded naxals sur- arrested as they kept the cause notice issued to the school accounts would be checked. able to counter this problem but I was determined to leave UAPA, these naxals are sur- rendered. Moreover, 38 heinous crime committed to explain its actions was not It will also be ascertained what information he has passed strategically, operations, killings that practices and was ready to rendering,” said Batra. arrests were made of different within the premises under found satisfactory, he said. on and what damage has been caused because of it. are not tough yet. The chal- surrender.., I was not much “Challenges we are facing ranks. THE PIONEER THE PIONEER 8 LUCKNOW | THURSDAY | SEPTEMBER 20, 2018 COMMENT & ANALYSIS LUCKNOW | THURSDAY | SEPTEMBER 20, 2018 9

www.dailypioneer.com Thirty minutes in Salisbury and two Russians PAPER WITH PASSION Repairing banks The clumsy and self-defeating actions of the Russian Government, asking the two Salisbury poisoning suspects to explain their brief trip to the public, are indicators of how far the rot in Putin’s regime has gone Salisbury and taken to a hospital. They spend head. Litvinenko fled Russia for Britain after ‘Nekulturny’ (uncultured), as the Russians say. weeks in intensive care, and it was determined Putin took over the presidency in 2000. Why did they only spend 30 minutes in The Government’s decision to merge banks is laudable but that they had been poisoned by novichok, a Litvinenko remained a harsh critic of Salisbury the first time? “It was cold.” (It was 10 Soviet-era nerve agent that falls into the cate- Putin, and in 2006, Dmitry Kovtun and Andrei degrees C warmer than Moscow.) Why did they more needs to be done to completely repair India’s banks gory of banned chemical weapons. Lugovoy, both former FSB agents, were sent to take another train down to Salisbury the next A policeman who went to Skripal’s house PUTIN PUBLICLY London to kill him. CCTV images showed the day? “We really wanted to see Old Sarum and he proposed three-way merger between Vijaya Bank, Dena Bank and GWYNNE was also struck down by the poison, which had URGED THE TWO MEN killers with Litvinenko at a London hotel the cathedral.” (Old Sarum is an Iron-Age hill Bank of Baroda may not be great news for shareholders but is a con- been sprayed on the handle of the front door, where they dosed his tea with a tiny amount of fort near Salisbury that was closed on March 4). but he also recovered eventually. Three polonium-210, a highly toxic radioactive sub- And on March 4 one of the CCTV cameras Ttinuation of this Government's policy to repair the public banking sec- DYER months later a Nina Ricci perfume bottle that TO GO ON TV, AND stance that would not normally be spotted picked them up close to Skripal’s house and far tor. The fact is that India's public sector banks are still suffering from the contained leftover, novichok was found in a LAST WEEK THEY because it does not emit gamma rays. from the cathedral or any other tourist attrac- lending splurge they indulged in almost a decade ago — a splurge which alisbury is a nice old English town with charity bin in Salisbury, and a woman who That was a reasonably competent operation, tions. Is Russia deliberately trolling the British a fine cathedral, only an hour and a half sprayed it on her wrists died. APPEARED ON RT, A exposed only by bad luck. The 2018 operation Government to show its contempt? Probably saw many of the loans, particularly to the physical infrastructure and power from London by train, but it doesn’t see Britain accused Russia of sending assassins was different. CCTV images, released only last not, because it has tried very hard to distance sector, go sour, not least due to their gold-plated nature and the political many Russian tourists in wintertime. It’s to kill Skripal and of using a banned weapon. RUSSIAN week, showed Ruslan Boshirov and Alexander itself from the crime in other international influence exerted. The logic used by the Finance Ministry to merge a very not as cold as Moscow, but Russians It had no hard proof beyond the novichok, but INTERNATIONAL NEWS Petrov, two 30-something Russian ‘fitness train- venues. Did Putin’s regime put those two high- tendS to prefer Mediterranean destinations for Skripal was still helping Western intelligence ers’, making a brief trip to Salisbury on March ly implausible ‘tourists’ on RT because it forgot healthy Vijaya Bank and the large Bank of Baroda, which is recovering, holiday breaks in early March — unless, of agencies to understand Russian training and CHANNEL, TO EXPLAIN 3, presumably to do a reconnaissance, and back that different standards of truth prevail else- with Dena Bank, which is one of the more troubled public sector lenders, course, they are planning to kill somebody. techniques, so Moscow had a motive. to the town on the 4th to do the dirty deed. where? Maybe. has not gone down well with shareholders of the first two banks. However, The person of interest in Salisbury was Many people pointed out that it would THEIR BRIEF TRIP But then it got weird. Putin publicly urged But the likeliest answer is that these clum- Sergei Skripal, a former member of the have been foolish for Moscow to choose such the two men to go on TV, and last week they sy and self-defeating actions are indicators of the need to reduce the number of public sector banks is important. Most Russian military intelligence service, who a complicated method and risk exposure. Why WHICH GAVE THEM appeared on RT, a Russian international news how far the rot in the regime has gone. public sector banks partook in a ‘me-too’ thinking in disbursing loans, started selling information to the British in wouldn’t it just hire a non-Russian hitman to ONLY 54 HOURS IN channel, to explain their brief trip (which gave Elements of the system, like the Armed Forces and the competitive rush to build up their loan book is the reason why the mid-1990s and was caught and jailed by do the job? But Moscow has done this sort of them only 54 hours in England). (which have performed well in Syria), retain the Russians in 2004. He was pardoned and thing before: Russian agents, exotic sub- ENGLAND... “Our friends had been suggesting for a long their efficiency and discipline, but corruption many of them are in trouble. It is also important that this new merged allowed to go to Britain as part of a spy swap stances, the lot. time that we visit this wonderful town,” said and incompetence rule elsewhere. The entity looks beyond retail and corporate lending and leverage their immense between Western countries and Russia in Alexander Litvinenko, a member of the Petrov. They especially wanted to see Salisbury Salisbury debacle would not have happened network. While the Government has assured no employees will lose their 2010, and he settled in Salisbury. Federal Security Service, got into trouble after Cathedral, said Boshirov: “It’s famous for its 123- 18 years ago, when Putin’s reign was new. It On March 4 this year, Skripal and his daugh- his investigation into links between Russian metre spire, it’s famous for its clock....” But they suggests that the regime is a lot closer to its jobs, eventual employee and branch rationalisation will be important in ter, who were visiting from Moscow, were found mafia groups and his own organisation made looked like heavies from Central Casting, and end than its beginning. order to cut costs. While more could have been done to repair India's banks, semi-conscious on a bench in the street in him unpopular with Vladimir Putin, the FSB’s not at all like clock-tower enthusiasts. (The writer is an independent journalist) this Government has done a relatively good job. It must be commended, although the ultimate aim to cut the number of Government-owned lenders to just six remains a pipe dream and some lenders, like United Bank of POINTCOUNTERPOINT India, remain in trouble. On other economic fronts, while the economy continues to grow, the We have given a detailed memorandum. We hope I don’t think JPC or CAG inquiry is set up just The case for India’s falling value of the Indian rupee and rising oil prices at the pump remain the CAG will look into the matter and speed up to satisfy the ego of an ill-informed leader of Polls undeterred by terrorist threats huge concerns. The fact is that Prime Minister Narendra Modi contin- the investigation process into the Rafale deal. an Opposition party who repeats lies. ues to have immense goodwill among the public which is why there have —Congress leader —Union Minister ANAND SHARMA RAVI SHANKAR PRASAD As Jammu & Kashmir gears up for the panchayat and local body elections, all efforts must be made for peaceful conduct of the polls. cattle in distress not been continuing protests about rising fuel costs. Can and should the Government do more about this? Yes, they should but with social sec- A breakthrough will mean a big victory for democracy and defeat of terrorists and separatist elements Shocking findings about the tor spending vital in the months ahead of an election and Modi and his running of gaushalas in India averse to elections and have anti- Central Reserve Police Force Cabinet unwilling to leave the costs for the next Government, no matter calls for a strong public opinion Government sentiments. Hence, it (CRPF), Rajiv Rai Bhatnagar, HIRANMAY who comes to power, it is unlikely to do much for now. Something that is expected that there will be although more local Kashmiris are translating itself into public KARLEKAR will not make motorists happy. And as for the rupee, it seems closer to more violence in south Kashmir joining terrorist organisations, action. Laws alone won’t help Need for wetland restoration and voter turnout will be less. the shelf-life of terrorists has con- having found its ‘real’ rate for the time being, although it has made a JK It was decided that electronic siderably reduced — the number nvestigations by the Federation of Indian Animal Protection Organisations mockery of Modi's promise of a stronger rupee before he came to power. (FIAPO) into the functioning of 179 gaushalas across 13 States and two VERMA voting machines (EVMs) would be of terrorists is also reducing. India's stock markets have been reacting nervously to all this but con- The destruction of wetlands, one of the crucial ecosystems for humans, plants and used in ULB elections, while the Besides tightening of security, IUnion Territories have yielded disturbing statistics. Eighty-six per cent of Panchayat elections would be con- the Government, good-intentioned these use the cattle for breeding. Seventy-six per cent keep these tethered sumer demand continues strongly. However, jobs market remains weak animals, must ring alarm bells. Restoration and conservation policies need a re-think n August 31, the State ducted through ballot papers. NGOs and political leaders should most of the time. Seventy-four per cent are forced to use milk from the cows as the rush for low-level government jobs shows. This continues to be Administrative Council Initially, the panches were electing also try to make a conducive to generate income for their sustenance, and 64 per cent separate calves Modi's biggest challenge ahead of the elections next year but repairing India, with its growing pollution prob- (SAC), led by newly- the sarpanches, but this time, atmosphere for successfull polling. from their mothers. those problems will take a lot longer than repairing the banks. And with lems, can find the best solution in wetlands appointed Jammu & sarpaches too would be elected They should try to win confidence The investigations have revealed that dairies are being run in the guise to fight the dismal environment conditions. Kashmir Governor Satya directly. Each voter will cast two of the masses. besides, there are of cow protection, malpractices in the running of gaushalas and the employ- the Opposition unable or unwilling to provide answers as to how they Moreover, with a 7,517 km coastline, we can oPal Malik announced that elec- votes — one for the panch and the several incomplete projects in the develop, restore and encourage wetlands tions to urban local bodies (ULB) other for the sarpanch. State that needs to be completed. ment of untrained staff. Things have to change drastically. Staff have to be will employ millions short of giving handouts, it is a question to which KOTA trained. Alternative products, utilising cow dung and urine, have to be devel- there seem to be no answers. along the coast that can effectively battle cli- will be held in four phases in the The three foremost terrorist Due attention must be given to SRIRAJ mate change. However, authorities seem to first week of October, while organisations, including the other parts as well, particularly oped and marketed to make the gaushalas financially viable. The FIAPO has see the real estate potential of the wetlands Panchayat elections would be con- Lashkar-e-Tayyeba, Hizbul Jammu, Leh and Ladakh areas. chosen as its immediate target the development of the capacities of 100 50WORDEDIT Wrong means and not the climate change mitigation ducted in eight phases — from Mujahideen and Jaish-e- The National Intelligence gaushalas that will help to make them financially strong while being differ- The Kerala Government’s campaign, making it mandatory rom mangrove forests to coral reefs on potential. In 2017, the Ministry of November 8 to December 4, 2018. Mohammed, jointly warned the Agency (NIA) recently arrested ent from the exploitative dairies disguised as shelters. the coast to peatlands to floodplains Environment, Forests and Climate Change The SAC requested the chief elec- candidates, leaders of political Syed Shakeel Yousuf, son of Hizbul It will require funds for that. Even if these are forthcoming in adequate for its employees to donate towards flood rehabilitation mea- inland, wetlands play a crucial role in published the new wetlands rules under the toral officer to fine-tune the dates parties and the masses not to par- Mujahideen chief Syed sures, even though noble, smacks of the paternalistic, daddy- F amounts through donations, its activities can never be a substitute for gov- the fight against climate change and help Wetlands (Conservation & Management) accordingly in view of the terror- ticipate in the elections. These ter- Salahuddin, in connection of ter- ernmental actions at the Central and State levels in providing physical infra- knows-best, statist attitude communists are known for. The make urban areas more sustainable. As coun- Rules-2017.These replaced earlier rules dat- ist threats to the State. rorist outfits have different areas ror funding. The security agencies structure, training for personnel, and financial grants. These alone, how- tries are increasingly working hard to imple- ing back to 2010 and in the process also did The SAC also announced a of operations and have numerous should expose separatist leaders as voluntary efforts of individuals and organisations, however, ever, will not end the prevailing malpractices in the absence of punitive action have been laudable. The administration needs to find the ment the Paris Agreement, to keep global away with the National Wetlands Authority grant of one month extra salary differences. But as the Inter they instigate the youth to partic- temperatures well below two degree Celsius created under the 2010 rules and conferred and insurance to polling officers, Services Intelligence (ISI) is deter- ipate in stone-pelting and terror- against organisations that are culpable. Here, punishments have to be hiked revenue to do what it wants to in other ways. and as close as possible to 1.5°C, wetlands all regulatory powers on the State considering threats from terrorist mined to sabotage the polls, it ist activities. and loopholes in the rules and laws exploited for fraud and malpractices, are quickly emerging as the only robust Governments. These rules attracted much outfits. Simultaneously, the instructed these outfits to work Intelligence reports suggest plugged. mechanism, especially in urban and coastal criticism from environmentalists and citizens Government will also educate the jointly to disrupt the forthcoming that the ISI is trying hard to infil- Further, making gaushalas function properly is important but only as a part areas to not only reliably store carbon, but alike at that time. voters about the significance of elections. Posters threatening the trate terrorists as security forces of the totality of efforts to ensure a fair deal to cattle. The first task here is tak- also act as an effective barrier to the unavoid- While the BJP-led Government ensured local body (LB) elections as sev- villagers of dire consequences if have successfully exterminated a ing firm action to prevent owners from abandoning cows that have stopped giv- Goa game able impacts of climate change. that critical aspects, such as commercial tax eral important decisions can be they participate in the elections large number of terrorists. The ing milk. The evil, which is not new, has grown exponentially after the banning However, wetlands across the world are collection, were being centralised in order taken by them instead of waiting also appeared in the villages. Pakistan Army may increase of cow slaughter by most States, the clamping of restrictions on cattle trade With Parrikar ill, the State’s two Lok Sabha seats getting diminished mainly due to policy to improve tax collection and control eva- for the State Government. The Riyaz Naikoo, present Chief mentioned that candidates for the are over. cross-border violations and may and transportation, and attacks on people suspected of carrying beef or cattle paralysis and subversion of land use and this greatest impact in meaningfully slowing sion, wetlands management was handed over local bodies can also utilise funds Commander of Hizbul elections would be like “sitting Various Government agen- also instruct the Border Action are the focus of the BJP’s strategy does not bode well for the fight against cli- down the process of climate change. The to respective State Governments with blurred sanctioned by Central and State Mujahideen, cautioned through an ducks”, and in disturbed areas, it cies are also contacting several Team (BAT) to take action against for slaughter. Many of the animals that were sold to butchers are now driven mate change. Currently, more than 64 per study concludes by terming coastal wetlands definitions of what constitutes a wetland. Governments. 11-minute audio that “people who would be difficult to find candi- NGOs and prominent public fig- Indian security forces. Untrained out. I am against the killing of cows, as I am against the killing of all living beings. hose in the know knew, the moment Nitin Gadkari went to Nagpur instead cent of the world’s wetlands have been lost as the best of the marine ecosystems to fight This has enabled the State Governments to The last ULB elections were want to participate in polls should dates who would be willing to con- THE SECURITY ures to convince the masses to par- Kashmiri youth are easily killed Abandonment is tantamount to murder, as cattle that are driven away die slow- of Panaji over the weekend, that it is BJP president Amit Shah who would since 1990, and as wetlands are destroyed, climate change. But these very assets to fight quickly label these as waste lands that held in 2005 after 23 years, while keep their shroud ready.” He also test elections. In the last four ticipate in forthcoming elections. and their families become hostile ly amidst terrible suffering. Used to being kept in protective enclosures, safe FORCES ARE AWARE from the elements, and fed regularly, they suddenly find themselves in the open. Tbe calling the shots in the unfolding political crisis in the tiny State of Goa. more carbon is released into the atmosphere, climate change are on the decline and are in could be developed as landfills or auctioned Panchayat elections were con- warned: “We have already stored years, 16 sarpanches and panches Security agencies mention that to the terrorists. As the NIA is thereby contributing to a global temperature urgent need of restoration, this would sure- off for revenue to real estate developers. No ducted in 2011. The Panchayat hydrochloride acid and sulphuric were killed by terrorists. Hence, OF THE GROUND there will be enough security per- tightening its grip on terror Those that somehow find their way back to their old homes are often beaten The former, who was the party's pointsman when the Manohar Parrikar head- rise. With half of the world’s population now ly have stemming impact on deteriorating other cultured and educated country in the elections could not be held in 2016 acid. They should be ready for several leaders may also avoid con- sonnel in the State, especially in financing, terrorists are compelled mercilessly with lathis and pushed out. ed coalition Government in the State was sworn in last year, has a fantastic living in urban areas, with this number set environment by firstly curbing the emissions world could possibly outdo what India did due to security reasons as the sit- consequences.” The intelligence testing the elections. SITUATION. HENCE, troubled areas, but it is not feasi- to loot banks and snatch weapons Exposed to rain and cold — which is bitter in many parts of India, partic- network in the State. He ensured Parrikar's return to the State to helm a coali- to increase to 66 per cent by 2050, there is and secondly conserving the ecological to its wetlands; it is the proverbial self goal uation became tense after the agencies have also cautioned that Union Defence Minister 237 COMPANIES OF ble to provide security to all the from security forces. ularly in the hills — the wind and heat, they fall ill and die painfully. Food is dif- an increasing tendency to encroach on wet- biodiversity of the region. we always do on matters pertaining to envi- killing of Hizbul Mujahideen com- Pakistan-sponsored terrorist out- Nirmala Sitharaman and Army candidates. Analysts claim that extra secu- ficult to come by. In rural areas, farmers chase them out of villages and the out- tion which, till he fell seriously ill and told the party leadership he would not lands to build and develop infrastructure. Coastal wetlands take in carbon quick- ronment. mander Burhan Wani. fits will leave no stone unturned Chief General Bipin Rawat met Meanwhile, terrorists have rity precautions should be taken As humanity progresses and prospers, ly and hold it for a long time, but if they are For a country battling droughts and In the 2011 Panchayat polls, to disrupt the polls. Governor Malik in Srinagar on CENTRAL ARMED intensified attacks on security because if local body elections are lying agricultural fields, fearing that they will eat up crops. In cities and towns, be able to continue, comprised the BJP with 14 MLAs supported by two region- they are driven away from parks by gardeners and security guards fearing that al parties — MGP and Goa Forward with three seats each — along with three we seem to be intent on scoring self-goals not protected, ecosystems could release huge floods caused by destructive land-use change more than 4,145 sarpanches and Syed Ali Shah Geelani, chair- September 2 and discussed inter- POLICE FORCE personnel, especially police per- conducted successfully, it will be as far as environment is concerned. Nothing amounts of greenhouse gases into the — say, by changing agricultural lands to 29,000 panches were elected and man of the Hurriyat Conference, nal as well as external situation, sonnel. Recently, outlaws killed construed as a defeat of terrorist they will eat up the grass and plants. There being little grass elsewhere, hunger Independent MLAs. The Opposition Congress has 16 MLAs and has already else can explain the undermining of the atmosphere, potentially jeopardising the abil- industrial use — and climate change, the fee- the polling was more than 80 per also appealed to the people to boy- which included infiltration by (CAPF) DEPLOYED three off-duty police personnel on organisations, secessionist drives them to eating plastic bags lying all over. The result is poisoning and staked claim to form the Government while the NCP has one. Today, the scene healthy wetland system that has multiple ity of the urban hinterland to handle rising ble wetland regulations can have disastrous cent. In the current elections, cott the impending local body Pakistani terrorists and security FOR AMARNATH Eid. In an unprecedented move, elements and political parties. slow and painful death. In areas close to jungles, they become food for tigers is very different. Not only Parrikar but two other senior BJP MLAs are hospi- benefits. Intact wetlands are the first line of emissions and pollution levels. One reason consequences, especially since only bad envi- there are 78 municipal corpora- elections. Mainstream political situation in view of the forth- the terrorists kidnapped family Voter turnout is most crucial as it and leopards, particularly of the latter, which now have to fend for food in inhab- defence against flooding in urban areas, act- coastal wetlands are such a good tool to cut ronmental laws are diligently enforced. The tions, councils and committees parties, except the Bharatiya Janata coming local body elections. They YATRA WERE members of police personnel who will also pave way for the forth- ited areas which have encroached on their habitats. talised with serious ailments. And with the Speaker Pramod Sawant, said to ing as large sponges that absorb floodwaters. emissions is because they’re fairly easy to National Green Tribunal in conjunction with and 4,490 panchayats and 35,096 Party (BJP), have also stated that also discussed matters about road were later released. coming 2019 General Election. Even when a cow gives milk, owners consume or sell the bulk of it; the be Parrikar's choice for the Chief Minister's post, eligible to vote in a no-trust Coastal cities, mangroves and saltmarshes manage and conserve and in-turn provide the efforts of the Supreme Court and assis- panch wards. it is not the right time for elec- connectivity, which is important INSTRUCTED TO For the terrorists, family mem- Security forces must be vigilant calf survives on the margins of starvation. Male calves fare worse. They are, motion if moved by the Opposition only in the case of a tie, the party's posi- work as the best natural defence against the best climate change mitigating services, tance from the Government must come for- Analysts feel that the first tions. President of National for the elections. bers of police personnel are easy and try to conduct local body elec- with rare exceptions, driven out almost immediately after birth and left to storm surges and restoring the same can con- as compared to other natural options, such ward with a unified strategy that includes elections should be held in peace- Conference, Farooq Abdullah and Security forces are aware of the REMAIN IN THE targets. Terrorists suspect that the tions peacefully. If executed with- tion in the House is precarious. At the State-level, Shah's gambit is to ensure tribute effectively towards the removal of car- as marine systems, like phytoplankton. effective implementation of strict rules to ful areas like Leh, Ladakh, Jammu People’s Democratic Party chief ground situation and are making local police are providing pinpoint out any disturbance, it will be a big die. People have little use for bulls, once much in demand for pulling ploughs the Government lasts at least till the Lok Sabha poll especially as his prima- bon from atmosphere. Phytoplankton are dependable and long- safeguard wetlands. Only a multi agency and the areas abutting Kashmir, Mehbooba Mufti, also announced a comprehensive arrangement for STATE TILL THE intelligence to the security forces victory of democracy and defeat of and/or carts, following increasing mechanisation of agriculture, and the grow- ing spread of automotive transportation. ry concern nationally given the country-wide Opposition alliance taking shape According to a study published in the term carbon sinks, but it is incredibly chal- effort such as these can have the desired then in central Kashmir, and last- to boycott the forthcoming the conduct of peaceful elections. and, hence, they are able to exter- terrorist and separatist elements. journal, ‘Frontiers in Ecology and the lenging to create a policy that manages bil- results and prevent wetlands from being mis- ly, it should be held in south Panchayat and ULB elections until Also, 237 companies of the Central LOCAL BODY POLLS minate more terrorists now. (The writer is a member of Stopping people from mal-treating and abandoning cows, bulls and calves is to ensure that both MPs from Goa are from the BJP. Environment’, compared to the carbon lions of microscopic photosynthesising appropriated and leading to their eventual Kashmir, which is the stronghold Central and State Governments Armed Police Force (CAPF), ARE OVER The security forces annihilat- United Services Institute of India will be difficult. It is hard to feed cows that have stopped yielding milk. Fodder The party brass is inclined to opt for Union Minister Shripad Naik, MP from sequestration potential of marine ecosystems creatures found all over the ocean. extinction. of terrorists. ensure continuation of Article deployed for Amarnath Yatra, ed over 200 terrorists in 2017 and and Institute for Defence Studies is expensive; it is difficult to find space in sheds for bovines where prece- North Goa, as Parrikar's replacement but the ailing CM will need to be brought of coral reefs and kelp beds, mangroves, salt Compared to options such as these, it's much (The writer is an environmental Security personnel mention 35A in the State. were instructed to remain in the 142 terrorists in last eight months. and Analysis. Views expressed are dence is given to milch cows. But the trouble is that even those who can around to accepting his name given these two senior-most leaders of the BJP marshes and sea grass meadows have the easier to oversee coastal wetlands. journalist) that residents of south Kashmir are Leaders of political parties Province till the local body polls According to Director General personal) afford to maintain them, do not, and cavalierly disown their moral responsi- bility to look after cows they had once exploited to the hilt. Making exam- in Goa have been in an adversarial role for years now. The logic behind the LETTERS ples of some of them will help in discouraging such conduct. Punishment BJP's thinking is that they need to shore up support among the Bahujan com- TO THE EDITOR under the law, however, will by itself not be enough. There has to be a strong munity apart from retaining its traditional Saraswat Brahmin/Kshatriya votes public opinion translating itself into public action. PEACEFUL CO-EXISTENCE take a solid stand instead of accusing what happens to the unfortunates. manually. The introduction of mech- ‘spiritual activity’ and not a liveli- and Naik holdssway over the former while being acceptable to the latter. With one another. There is still enough Similar tragedies take place on a daily Flawed idea of majority and minority needs to change anised cleaning has not yet happened. hood. For a change, why shouldn’t the Meanwhile, besides individual efforts, there is a need for institutional fund- North Goa seat thus sown up, the BJP would need to find a way of prevent- Sir — After cricketer-turned-politi- room for both the countries to strive basis across the country. A few days ago Clearly, the Swachch Bharat Abhiyan upper castes try to do it? The caste angle ing and arrangements for looking after cattle that have gone dry. The FIAPO has written both to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change ing the dominant Catholic vote in the South Goa Lok Sabha seat from con- cian Imran Khan took over as the for an economic partnership that is five manual scavengers died in Odisha. has not achieved any significant level is for real, or else, it would not have Prime Minister of Pakistan, one had beneficial to both. This week, another death of a his refers to the article, “In search of a path to vided India had voted for Muslim League, sup- However, in the calculations of the future journey of success. As more and more toilets are been peculiar to India. and the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, to direct State Animal solidating against it. It is here that Goa Forward leader and minister Vijay Sardesai, hoped that India and Pakistan will see Devendra Khurana manual scavenger was reported from integration” (September 18) by Prafull Goradia. porting the demand for a separate homeland for of the Congress, especially with Jinnah out of the constructed without proper disposal The saddest part is that the polit- Husbandry Departments to create a separate fund each for retiring animals and whose acceptability among Catholic voters is the highest from among those a swift change in their bilateral rela- Bhopal New Delhi. Clearly, the sanitation TThe writer must be complimented for bring- the Muslims of India, is also being downplayed. It scene, it was considered differently. Special privi- systems, the problem is bound to get ical elites accept that the lives of Dalits fix the amounts the dairy farms will have to contribute to it. in the ruling coalition, will come into play. But he will drive a very hard bar- tionships. However, Pakistan is in a NOT AT ALL SWACHCH campaign hyped up as a game-chang- ing to fore a very suicidal trend that is coming up is a matter of history that the remaining 13.4 per leges were thus provided to the Muslims as if to worse. The lack of political will is attrib- are expendable. The emergence of Finally, the Central and State Governments cannot ignore the fact that grip of financial difficulties and with er has not changed the ground realities in the country wherein an impression is being cre- cent, who did not support the Muslim League, had treat them as guests in the country, away from the uted to the fact that the scavengers hail New India is not possible without they have obligations towards not just cattle but all non-human living beings gain. The offer to him is reportedly that he should merge his outfit with the ated that India is a country whose life begun only come from Muslim majority Provinces and not from mainstream, unlike other minorities that are well Prime Minister Narendra Modi near- Sir — This refers to the editorial, and has not prevented the occurrence from the lower orders. eliminating manual scavenging in its ranging from plants, birds, and those who live in the water, to animals rang- ing the end of his term next year, it “Swachch life please!” (September 19). of such tragedies in the National after the framing of the Constitution. In doing so, the Muslim minority Provinces like Uttar Pradesh, integrated with the country. The result is for every- The abomination of manual scav- entirety. BJP and he would be made Deputy Chief Minister. Sardesai, however, seems ing from wildlife to domestic and autonomously-living ones like stray dogs. to be gunning for the top job and then the Congress of which he was a for- appears that both India and Pakistan Five men lost their lives from toxic Capital and elsewhere. The law against a concerted effort is being made to downplay the Bihar and Bombay, which were to remain in India. one to see even after 72 years of the partition of enging persists in our land because it G David Milton are finding it difficult to upgrade their fumes while cleaning a septic tank in employing people for cleaning sewers event of Partition and, thus, of India's past and also It was, therefore, necessary in the interest of the country. is considered okay for the lower castes Maruthancode Specifically, the implementation of the canine birth control programme needs mer leader and stormy petrel, the three Independents who he already has on- relationships. New Delhi. The tragedy received scant and septic tanks is more honoured in of its being a nation. the nation that policies were made eschewing the BP Srivastava to do it as a ‘sacred duty’. India’s to be accelerated urgently. side, the NCP MLA and even two of the three MGP legislators save its leader For relations to improve between space in the media. May be because the breach than in the observance. The fact that 86.6 per cent Muslims of undi- earlier failed idea of minorities and majorities. Noida tragedy is that it throws up leaders who Send your feedback to: (The writer is Consultant Editor, The Pioneer, and an author) [email protected] Sudin Dhavalikar, all come into play. the two countries, both sides should people have become desensitised to Much of the cleaning is still done believe that manual scavenging is a LUCKNOW | THURSDAY | SEPTEMBER 20, 2018 money 10 Cabinet defers sugar package Maruti dominated Garg: Import curbs on several and cut import dependence. PV sales in Aug Proposal may come up next week “The CCEA, chaired by non-essential items soon Prime Minister Narendra with 6 models New Delhi (PTI): The government more than 13 per cent against the strength- PTI n NEW DELHI cane farmers. stock of sugar. The minimum Modi, has approved the pro- will soon announce import curbs on sev- ening US dollar after trade concerns and India’s sugar output is set to selling price of the sweetener posal of the Department of PTI n NEW DELHI eral non-essential items, a top Finance firming up crude oil prices. It has dropped he Union Cabinet did increase further to 35 million has been fixed at `29 per kg. Fertilisers for equity investment Ministry official said Wednesday while close to 6 per cent since August. not consider on tonnes in the next marketing Last week, the government of `1033.54 crore (+ ) @ 29.67 aruti Suzuki India (MSI) continued its terming “the 10 per cent depreciation” in Garg exuded confidence that the fis- TWednesday the `4,500 year from 32 million tonnes in approved an over 25 per cent per cent of the total project cost Mhold on the Indian passenger vehicles the rupee in the last few weeks as a “tem- cal deficit would be maintained as per the crore plan to more than dou- this year. The annual domestic hike in the price of ethanol pro- for setting up a coal gasification market with its models occupying the first porary phenomenon”. Budget announcement despite pressures. ble the production assistance demand stand at 26 million duced directly from sugarcane based fertiliser project in six positions in the top ten best selling list “There are always implications of the “Come what may, oil situation, rupee or paid to sugarcane farmers and tonnes. The opening stock of juice for blending in petrol in Talcher Fertilizer Ltd (TFL) by in August. dollar and rupee exchange rates ... this 10 whatever the fiscal deficit will not be transport subsidy to sugar sugar is estimated at 10 million a bid to cut surplus sugar pro- Rashtriya Chemicals & According to data from Society of per cent depreciation in last few weeks that allowed to slip from 3.3 per cent, or bet- exporting mills, sources said. tonnes on October 1. duction and reduce oil imports. Fertilizers Limited (RCF),” an Indian Automobile Manufacturers, the is a temporary phenomenon,” he said at ter as we go along. I think all the pain The Cabinet Committee The government has taken The CCEA raised the pro- official statement said. company’s entry level car Alto topped the list, an event organised by PHD Chamber of points, all the issues which were earlier on Economic Affairs (CCEA) a slew of measures to bail out curement price of ethanol The revival of the Talcher selling 22,237 units in August. In the same Commerce here. thought of as something unknown, may take up the Food cash-starved sugar mills as derived from 100 per cent sug- project will ensure huge invest- month last year, the model was at second To a question about when the govern- whether it’s the MSP (minimum support Ministry’s proposal next week, well as cane farmers in the last arcane juice to `59.13 per litre ment in the fertiliser sector position selling 21,521 units. ment intends to impose import curb on price), all these have now been factored they added. one year. from the current rate of `47.13. from the government through MSI’s compact sedan DZIRE sold 21,990 non-essential goods, he replied, “very into,” he said. The ministry has proposed First, it doubled the import The price for ethanol pro- PSUs. This will create job units last month moving down to the sec- soon.” He, however, did not give any time- On the price rise, Garg said, 4 per cent sharp increase in production duty on sugar to 100 per cent duced from B-heavy molasses opportunities and also boost ond spot. It had occupied the first position frame. Last week, Finance Minister Arun inflation for a developing economy was assistance to farmers to `13.88 and then scrapped the export (also called as intermediary the economy of the state and in the year-ago month with 30,934 units. Jaitley had announced the government’s healthy, it was not something unhealthy per quintal for 2018-19 mar- duty on it. It also made it com- molasses) was hiked to `52.43 the eastern region. The TFL At the third position, premium hatch- decision to relax norms for raising over- or detrimental for the economy. keting year (October- pulsory for millers to export two a litre from the current `47.13 was incorporated in November, back Swift from the MSI stable sold 19,115 seas borrowing and impose restrictions on The Economic Affairs Secretary also September) from `5.5 at present. million tonnes of sugar even as but that for ethanol produced 2015 with shareholding of units last month. It was at sixth position in the non-essential imports as part of explained that since the dependence of 50 The proposal to raise pro- the global prices were low. from C-heavy molasses was 29.67 per cent of GAIL, RCF August 2017 selling 12,631 units. Coming at efforts to check rising current account per cent of India’s populace is on agri- duction assistance and trans- In June, the government reduced marginally to `43.46 and CIL each and 10.99 per fourth position in August this year was deficit (CAD) and a falling rupee. culture, it needs a transition and therefore, port subsidy of up to `3,000 per had announced `8,500 crore from `43.70. cent of FCIL to revive the Baleno with 17,713 units, moving down a India’s current account deficit deteri- required policy steps. tonne to mills for exports of package for the cash-starved Talcher fertiliser plant. slot from last year when it sold 17,190 units. orated to 1.9 per cent of GDP in 2017-18 The government had announced var- five million tonnes of surplus industry, which is facing a glut- EQUITY INFUSION BY RCF The JV was formed to set Another hatchback from MSI, Wagon R from 0.6 per cent in the previous year and ious schemes including Ujjwala Yojana, sugar is part of the government like situation because of record IN TALCHER FERTILISER up a coal gasification based fer- retained its fifth position with 13,658 units is forecast to rise to around 2.8 per cent in health protection and rural electrification plan to clear more than `13,500 32 million tonnes of sugar pro- PLANT OKAYED tiliser project at Talcher, in August. It had sold 13,907 units in the the current year. The trade deficit expand- with the intention to bring change in rural crore dues sugar mills have duction in the current 2017-18 Meanwhile, the govern- District Angul, Odisha. same month last year. The company’s com- ed to USD 80.4 billion in the first five India, he said, adding that the government towards farmers. marketing year ending this ment on Wednesday approved The share of GAIL, CIL pact SUV Vitara Brezza stood at sixth posi- months of the current fiscal year from USD had drawn up a programme for increas- On Tuesday, sources had month. The package includes an equity infusion of `1,033.54 and RCF in the equity of TFL tion with 13,271 units down from fourth 67.3 billion in the year-earlier period. The ing the export of agri products from USD said the government would soft loans of `4,440 crore to crore by state-owned RCF in a will be `1033.54 crore (+ 15 per position last year. rupee has logged year-to-date losses of 30 billion to USD 100 billion. have to bear about `4,500 crore mills for creating ethanol capac- fertiliser project at Talcher, cent) based on the capex of Rival Hyundai’s compact hatchback on account of these measures ity. It will bear an interest sub- Odisha. `11,611.48 crore (+ 15 per Grand i10 occupied the seventh position to help sugar mills and cane vention of `1,332 crore for this. This plant is being revived cent) for the coal gasification with sale of 11,489 units. The company’s pre- farmers. The Centre had also at a project cost of over `11,500 based fertiliser plant. GAIL mium hatchback Elite i20 stood at eighth OYO strengthens int’l presence with UK foray These steps will enable announced an assistance of crore by Talcher Fertiliser Ltd, and CIL are both Maharatna position with 11,475 units. New Delhi (PTI): Hospitality firm ket beyond Asia, OYO said in a statement. mills to boost sugar export and `5.50 per quintal of cane a joint venture firm of GAIL, public sector enterprises and Another model from Hyundai stable, OYO on Wednesday said it had forayed The company plans to invest GBP 40 clear cane arrears, which cur- crushed, amounting to `1,540 CIL, RCF and Fertiliser their Board is competent to Creta occupied the ninth position with sale into the United Kingdom and intended to million into the UK market and looks to rently stand at `13,567 crore. crore, to mills. Around `1,200 Corporation of India Ltd approve their equity investment of 10,394 units. Honda’s compact sedan invest GBP 40 million (approximately launch in 10 cities in UK including Mills in Uttar Pradesh owe the crore was allocated for the cre- (FCIL). The move will boost in the joint venture company Amaze stood at tenth position with sales of `382.93 crore) for its expansion in the Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow and maximum at `9,817 crore to ation of 3 million tonnes buffer domestic production of urea TFL, a miniratna company. 9,644 units. country. This is the company’s first mar- Edinburgh by 2020, it added.

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829.8 786.1 827.95 3.05 ALKEM 2063.5 28.2 1.39 DBCORP 212.25 -3.8 -1.76 HAVELLS 643.75 -3.35 -0.52 JSL 64.65 -1.25 -1.9 OMAXE 218.5 -0.25 -0.11 SUVEN 289.4 -12.95 -4.28 HCLTECH 1,083.00 1,098.45 1,081.10 1,087.15 3.25 ALLCARGO 111.9 -0.3 -0.27 DBL 735.5 -12.45 -1.66 HCC 13.93 -0.27 -1.9 JSLHISAR 139.7 1.05 0.76 ONGC 176.65 3.3 1.9 SUZLON 7.16 -0.09 -1.24 M&M 947 965.65 938.2 949.25 2.7 AMARAJABAT 790.1 1.4 0.18 DCBBANK 163.35 -1.95 -1.18 HCLTECH 1087.35 5.15 0.48 JSWENERGY 67.4 -2.1 -3.02 ORIENTBANK 72.65 -0.4 -0.55 SWANENERGY 146.15 -2.35 -1.58 AXISBANK 611.6 622.5 601.3 610.35 1.75 AMBUJACEM 225.05 1.7 0.76 DCMSHRIRAM* 472.35 49.7 11.76 HDFC 1831.15 -25 -1.35 JSWSTEEL 416.6 9.9 2.43 ORIENTCEM 103.5 -1.15 -1.1 SYMPHONY 1006 -6.2 -0.61 TCS 2,071.90 2,089.00 2,066.85 2,076.00 5.25 ANDHRABANK 30.85 0 0 DEEPAKFERT 237.65 -8.05 -3.28 HDFCBANK 1961.95 -31.4 -1.58 JUBILANT 745.55 -27.65 -3.58 PAGEIND 32329.35 -463.6 -1.41 SYNDIBANK 36.75 -0.3 -0.81 ASIANPAINT 1,304.20 1,319.20 1,287.00 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1088.75 -29.25 -2.62 HINDCOPPER 60.7 -0.1 -0.16 KOTAKBANK 1227 10.75 0.88 PHOENIXLTD 597 4.3 0.73 TATAMTRDVR 137.05 -0.5 -0.36 SBIN 275.4 282.85 270.5 271.15 -2.65 ATUL 3205.1 -0.45 -0.01 EDELWEISS 244.35 -14.7 -5.67 HINDPETRO 251.8 2.15 0.86 KPIT 291.6 -7.45 -2.49 PIDILITIND 1117.9 3.05 0.27 TATAPOWER 75.45 1 1.34 ITC 304.5 305.65 298 300 -3.25 AUBANK 673.45 -0.5 -0.07 EICHERMOT 28442.6 -468 -1.62 HINDUNILVR 1648.9 -17.25 -1.04 KPRMILL 680.3 -0.55 -0.08 PIIND 770.85 -2.05 -0.27 TATASTEEL 620.45 8 1.31 HINDUNILVR 1,671.00 1,678.50 1,637.15 1,646.20 -18.75 AUROPHARMA 775.7 -0.9 -0.12 EIDPARRY 230.2 -4.2 -1.79 HINDZINC 296.75 -0.75 -0.25 KRBL 380.5 -3.4 -0.89 PNB 79.3 0 0 TCS 2076.9 6.9 0.33 HDFC 1,860.40 1,864.00 1,824.15 1,833.20 -22.5 AVANTI 447.6 -7.1 -1.56 EIHOTEL 157.7 -3.65 -2.26 HSCL 123.4 1.35 1.11 KSCL 618.9 0.25 0.04 PNBHOUSING 1233.9 -12.75 -1.02 TEAMLEASE 2492.3 -28.4 -1.13 EICHERMOT 29,097.95 29,370.55 28,280.10 28,530.00 -370.35 AXISBANK 609.2 0.75 0.12 ELGIEQUIP 280.2 -2.7 -0.95 HSIL 293.7 -2.7 -0.91 KTKBANK 112.25 -1.45 -1.28 PNCINFRA 148.9 -5.4 -3.5 TECHM 769.9 14.95 1.98 HDFCBANK 1,994.85 1,998.00 1,956.50 1,962.15 -27.05 BAJAJ-AUTO 2795.3 19.4 0.7 EMAMILTD 530.5 -13.55 -2.49 HUDCO 55.15 -0.4 -0.72 KWALITY 17.95 -0.85 -4.52 POWERGRID 198.15 -0.5 -0.25 TEJASNET 283.65 -9.25 -3.16 YESBANK 326 328.75 318.05 318.6 -4.95 BAJAJCORP 452 -4.65 -1.02 ENDURANCE 1371.85 -13 -0.94 IBREALEST 142.55 -1.85 -1.28 L&TFH 146.1 -4.6 -3.05 PRESTIGE 231.25 -0.9 -0.39 TEXRAIL 72.3 -1.75 -2.36 ADANIPORTS 382 382.1 371 373.05 -6.5 BAJAJELEC 527.05 -3.7 -0.7 ENGINERSIN 125.35 -3.25 -2.53 IBULHSGFIN 1156.5 -6 -0.52 LAKSHVILAS 93.4 0.5 0.54 PRSMJOHNSN 103.75 0.4 0.39 THERMAX 961.3 -20.8 -2.12 LUPIN 937.95 939.6 901.6 911.55 -17.8 IBVENTURES 729.8 -0.9 -0.12 LALPATHLAB 985.1 26.05 2.72 UPL 714 715.75 688 692.5 -16.55 BSE: GAINERS NSE: GAINERS ICICIBANK 320.85 2.15 0.67 LAOPALA 229.8 -3.75 -1.61 BSE: LOSERS NSE: LOSERS MARUTI 8,425.50 8,448.40 8,191.05 8,202.00 -197.15 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PTI n BEIJING Party of China (CPC), also it would retaliate with tariff hike “No unilateralism will offer rate,” Li said, rebutting specu- Trump’s allegations that Beijing rights (IPRs), a key demand by vation, with new growth drivers mid the escalating trade ruled out any attempts by on USD 60 billion worth of US a viable solution,” he said. lation that the Chinese gov- is manipulating its currency, the Trump to protect the rights of breaking new ground for the Awar with US, Chinese Beijing to weaken the Chinese imports to be effective from He also said China has no ernment deliberately engi- Hong-Kong based South China US technology investors in country’s economic develop- Premier Li Keqiang on currency to boost its exports. next Monday. intention of weakening its cur- neered the devolution of the Morning Post reported. China. ment. Wednesday appealed for glob- “It is essential that we After Beijing decided to rency to help exporters and will currency in recent months. “A one-way depreciation Li said that protecting IPRs Trump has been pressur- al support for free trade, saying uphold the basic principles of retaliate Tuesday with duties on not engage in any form of The Yuan depreciated by will do more harm than good means protecting and stimu- ing China to reduce the trade “unilateralism” does not offer multilateralism and free trade,” American products, Trump “competitive devaluation” of about eight per cent against the for China,” Li said. lating innovation. China cannot deficit with the US, totalling to solutions to trade disputes Li said a day after China and the accused China of seeking to its exchange rate. US dollar since March which “China will not choose the achieve innovative develop- USD 335.4 billion in 2017. which should be redressed US swapped tit-for-tat tariffs. influence midterm congres- China will stick to market- led to the speculation that it was path of bolstering exports by ment without an environment Earlier, both sides had through consultation. While US President sional elections by taking aim oriented reform of the exchange aimed offsetting the effects of devaluing the yuan … the yuan that respects knowledge and resumed trade talks but at a Speaking at the summer Donald Trump imposed tariffs at his political base. rate formation mechanism and US tariffs on Chinese imports. exchange rate will be kept basi- protects property rights, he lower level. Chinese Vice session of the World Economic on Chinese products worth Without directly referring won’t pursue competitive deval- “Some people think China cally stable,” he said. said. Minister of Commerce Wang Forum in the eastern city of about USD 200 billion on to the ongoing tariff war, Li said uation of its currency, he deliberately [devalued the Li also said China will He also said China has Shouwen held talks in Tianjin, Li, the second ranking Tuesday, on top of USD 50 bil- solutions “need to be worked said.“China will create condi- yuan]; this is groundless,” Li adopt a stricter protection sys- become a new fertile land for Washington but without much leader of the ruling Communist lion already targeted, China said out through consultations.” tions for a stable exchange said, in an indirect response to tem on intellectual property global entrepreneurs and inno- results. ‘China took out $500 billion a Kim’s visit to Seoul, shut missile site political science professor Yoo Ho-yeol told AFP. Wednesday’s year from US to rebuild itself’ declaration came 13 years to the day after the North com- mitted at the Six Party Talks to PTI n WASHINGTON “abandoning all nuclear TRUMP ACCUSES CHINA OF MEDDLING IN weapons and existing nuclear hina has taken out USD programmes”. C500 billion and more a But the two Koreas have year from the US to rebuild US ELECTIONS, CHINA REJECTS CHARGE been pressing ahead with their itself, President Donald Washington (PTI): President their loyalty to me,” the president announcement by hiking tariffs on own rapprochement, with Kim Trump has said as he defend- Donald Trump has escalated his tweeted.He followed up with a USD 60 billion worth of US looking to secure economic ed his controversial trade tirade against China and accused threat of additional tariffs, adding: imports. The more than 5,000 cooperation from the far policies, including the latest it of trying to influence US mid- “There will be great and fast products affected include coffee, wealthier South, and Moon move to slap duties on USD term elections by attacking economic retaliation against China honey, and industrial chemicals, trying to reduce the risk of a 200 billion worth of Chinese American farmers, ranchers and if our farmers, ranchers and/or according to reports. US-North Korean conflict that imports. Trump’s remarks industrial workers, a charge industrial workers are targeted!” Reacting to Trump’s accusation of would devastate his country. came a day after Trump denied by Beijing. Trump did not The accusation comes one day election interference, Chinese The Rodong Sinmun newspa- announced that the US will offer evidence to support his after China promised to take Foreign Ministry spokesman Geng per, the mouthpiece of the slap 10 per cent tariffs on accusation nor did he specify “countermeasures” against Shuang said, “Anyone who has North’s ruling party, has car- USD 200 billion worth of whether it was the upcoming mid- Trump’s plan to impose tariffs on some knowledge of China’s ried dozens of photos of the Chinese imports and the term elections in November China an additional USD 200 billion diplomacy will know that we will two leaders embracing on duties will rise to whopping was allegedly targeting.“China has worth Chinese imports. not interfere in other countries’ Moon’s arrival Tuesday, parad- 25 per cent at the end of the openly stated that they are The new duties, which take effect domestic affairs.” ing together through the streets year. actively trying to impact and on September 24, will begin at 10 “We don’t want others to interfere of the capital, enjoying a con- “If you look at what’s change our election by attacking per cent, then rise to 25 per cent in our domestic politics, and we cert and toasting at a banquet. going on, our market is going our farmers, ranchers and on January 1, 2019. will not interfere in the domestic South Korean protesters pay their respects to Korean War victims during a rally against the summit between South Korean On Wednesday evening up like a rocket ship. I don’t industrial workers because of China responded to the latest politics of others,” Geng said. President Moon Jae-in and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un near the U.S. embassy in Seoul, South Korea on Wednesday. AP Moon’s party will dine at a new want their market to go down, fish restaurant in Pyongyang but their market is down 32 years, China has taken out of President Andrzej Duda at has become a “piggy bank” to AFP n SEOUL nently close” a missile engine mantle a single site that I no opposite Mansu hill, where per cent in three months. this country USD 500 billion the White House. Poland is a the world. “We have been testing site and launch facility longer need anyway while I giant statues of Kim’s prede- Because we can’t let them and more a year. That member of the European ripped off by China. We’ve orth Korea’s Kim Jong Un in Tongchang-ri “in the pres- mass-produce the missiles the cessors — his grandfather Kim do anymore what would go a long Union. Trump said he keeps been ripped off by the Nagreed to make a historic ence of experts from relevant site helped me develop,” said Il Sung and father Kim Jong Il they’ve done,” he way for Poland, a close watch on trade deficits European Union. visit to Seoul soon and close a nations”.Moon, who brokered Vipin Narang of MIT.Moon — look out over the city. It was said. He said China wouldn’t it? as it was “very important”. We’ve been ripped off by missile testing site in front of Kim’s historic summit with also said the North could close chosen after Moon expressed rebuilt itself with You could Trump has repeatedly everybody,” he said. international inspectors at a US President Donald Trump in its Yongbyon nuclear plant if interest in dining at a local the “tremendous rebuild your pointed to the large US trade Responding to a question on summit with the South’s Singapore in June, had hoped Washington takes “corre- restaurant with ordinary citi- amount” of whole country. deficit as one of the primary his announcement of trade President Moon Jae-in in to bring fresh momentum to sponding measures” — a sig- zens. However, a retail shop money pouring And that’s what reasons his administration tariffs against China, Trump Pyongyang Wednesday. stalled talks between his hosts nificant caveat. there sells North Korean caviar out of the US. China did,” he has embarked on trade fights said, “It got to a point where Progress on the key issue and Washington. Arms control expert at $50 for a 50-gramme jar — “Over the last said addressing a with China, the European the numbers were too big. of the North’s nuclear arsenal Whether that would hap- Jeffrey Lewis said the consen- a luxury far beyond the reach number joint news confer- Union, Canada and Mexico. This should have been done was limited, but the two signed pen remained unclear.In sus view was that the uranium of most North Koreans. of ence with the vis- “When a country has for the last 20 years. a document to strengthen ties Singapore Kim declared his enrichment facility at Afterwards, Moon will iting Polish USD 375 billion in trade If you look at the World between the two halves of the backing for denuclearisation of Yongbyon “was built for (the) attend a performance of the deficits, and then many bil- Trade Organisation, that’s divided peninsula.Building on the peninsula but no details express purpose of being sac- “Mass Games” — North lions of dollars in other lia- when China really happened, a growing rapprochement, they were agreed. Washington and rificed”.After the high sym- Korea’s spectacular propagan- bilities of all different types, economically. It was like a agreed to create a facility to Pyongyang have since sparred bolism of Moon and Kim’s first da display featuring tens of one has to do something rocket ship, because they took hold family reunions at any over what that means and how meeting in April in the thousands of performers about it,” said the US advantage of the rules of the time, work towards joining it will be achieved.Trump wel- Demilitarized Zone, and the against an ever-changing back- President. Trump said the US WTO.” up road and rail links, and comed Wednesday’s declara- Singapore summit, progress drop, made up of 17,490 chil- mount a combined bid for the tion, tweeting that Kim had has largely stalled. dren turning the coloured 2032 Olympics. “agreed to allow Nuclear Washington is pressing for pages of books in sequence. The agreement “carries the inspections, subject to final the North’s “final, fully verified The premiere of the latest ver- people’s fresh hope and the negotiations” and adding: denuclearisation”, while sion of the show, called “The ‘Russia probe papers expose bad things’ people’s strong, flaming desire “Very exciting!” But experts Pyongyang wants a formal Glorious Country”, earlier this for reunification”, Kim said.His were sceptical. The North — declaration that the Korean month featured video footage Washington: President Donald against privacy law protections, being made on traditional pol- might find ways to try to with- trip to Seoul would be the first whose ballistic missile pro- War is over and has con- of Moon and Kim together at Trump is flexing his executive experts say. The order is likely icy grounds. It’s being made on hold certain information or by a Northern leader since the gramme is banned under UN demned “gangster-like” their first summit in power to declassify secret doc- to further divide the president conflicted grounds,” said David limit whatever damage, such as end of the 1950-53 Korean Security Council resolutions — demands for it to give up its Panmunjom — prompting the uments in the Russia investiga- from the intelligence agencies Kris, a former Justice outing sources or scaring off War, when hostilities ceased has carried out several long- weapons unilaterally.Ahead of unusual sight of tens of thou- tion, an extraordinary move he he oversees and raises new Department national security would-be ones, that may arise with an armistice rather than range rocket launches from the the Pyongyang summit there sands of North Koreans says will ensure that “really bad concerns that Trump is dis- division head. “That’s prob- from the release. Trump and a peace treaty, leaving them site, also known as Sohae, but had been speculation Moon applauding images of the things” at the FBI are exposed. closing government secrets for lematic.” The Justice Republican supporters want technically in a state of war. has also used many other loca- could secure a promise from South’s president. But the decision, made his own political gain. Critics of Department says it’s begun the records out in hopes they’ll Moon added that the visit tions including Pyongyang air- Kim of a list of the North’s Before returning home on against the backdrop of Trump’s the move say the president has complying with the order, reveal law enforcement bias in could happen this year and port.Satellite pictures in August nuclear assets, but no such Thursday, Seoul said, Moon spiraling outrage at the special a clear conflict by trying to dis- though it’s not clear when the the early stage of the Russia would be a “monumental mile- suggested workers were already document was mentioned. “On will travel to Mount Paektu, the counsel’s Russia investigation, credit an investigation in which documents might be released. investigation and prove the stone in inter-Korean rela- dismantling an engine test the denuclearisation issue, the spiritual birthplace of the may expose sensitive sources he himself is a subject. “This It’s also unclear if the multi- probe was opened without good tions”.In their agreement, the stand at Sohae. Kim is playing agreement fell short of expec- Korean nation on the Chinese- and methods and brush up radical policy choice is not agency review now underway reason. North also agreed to “perma- this brilliantly: verify that I dis- tations,” Korea University North Korean border. ‘Pak new govt follows consistent policy towards China’ GLOBE TROTTING PTI n BEIJING ing their meeting here on Islamabad last month. good-neighbourly friendship, a Tuesday a Chinese defence min- Pakistan is willing to con- pillar of regional peace and sta- Angelina Jolie to star in thriller ‘The Kept’ isiting Pakistan Army Chief istry release quoted him as say- tinue to strengthen pragmatic bility, and a benchmark for Los Angeles:Angelina Jolie has been cast as the lead VGen Qamar Javed Bajwa has ing. His assurance about the new cooperation with China in the international cooperation in in new revenge thriller “The Kept”.The film is the assured China’s top military government besides the Pakistan areas of counter-terrorism, BRI. big screen adaptation of James Scott’s 2015 novel official Gen Zhang Youxia that military following a “consistent equipment technology, and per- China has always prioritised of the same name, reported Variety.The story is set the new government, like the policy” towards China comes in sonnel training to ensure the safe China-Pakistan relations in for- in the winter of 1897, where a trio of killers descends Pakistani military, follows a the backdrop of reports of dif- and smooth development of eign affairs and appreciated the upon an isolated farm in upstate New York. consistent policy of pragmatic ferences over the USD 50 billion CPEC, Bajwa said. full support of the new Pakistan Midwife Elspeth Howell (Jolie) returns home to the cooperation with China.Gen China Pakistan Economic India has protested to government in promoting the carnage: her husband, and four of her children, mur- Zhang is the highest military Corridor (CPEC). Projects of China over CPEC as it travers- development of bilateral ties, he dered. Before she can discover her remaining son official as he is the vice chairman CPEC, regarded as the flagship es through Pakistan-occupied said. Together with the new Caleb, alive and hiding in the kitchen pantry, anoth- of China’s Central Military initiative in Xi’s multi-billion- Kashmir (PoK). Zhang said Pakistan government, China is er shot rings out over the snow-covered valley. Commission (CMC) which is dollar Belt and Road Initiative China and Pakistan are all- willing to promote their friend- Twelve-year-old Caleb must tend to his mother until the high command of the two- Jinping. “The Pakistani military (BRI), figured high during weather strategic cooperative ly relations further, make every she recovers enough for them to take to the frozen million-strong People’s and its new government are con- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang partners and pointed to Xi’s per- effort to promote the construc- wilderness in search of the men responsible.The 43- Liberation Army (PLA). The sistent in their policy towards Yi’s talks with new Pakistan ception that China-Pakistan tion of the CPEC and benefit the year-old Oscar winner will also produce the pro- CMC is headed by President Xi China,” Bajwa told Zhang dur- Prime Minister Imran Khan in relations should be a model of two nations, Zhang said. ject alongside Dan Friedkin and Bradley Thomas.Jolie will also be seen in “Maleficent” sequel and “Come Away”, opposite David Oyelowo. Our brains wired to be lazy, says Study Henry Golding, Emilia Clarke to star in PTI n TORONTO them control of an on-screen avoiding sedentary behaviours avatar. and moving toward active romantic comedy ‘Last Christmas’ eeling too lazy to hit the They then flashed small behaviours. The exciting nov- Los Angeles: “Game of Fgym? Blame your brain, images, one a time, that depict- elty of our study is that it shows Thrones” actor Emilia will say scientists who found that it ed either physical activity or this faster avoidance of physi- star opposite “Crazy Rich is naturally wired to prefer physical inactivity. Subjects cal inactivity comes at a cost — Asians” breakout Henry lying on the couch. For had to move the avatar as and that is an increased Golding in a new comedy, decades, society has encour- quickly as possible toward the involvement of brain “Last Christmas”. The film, a aged people to be more physi- pictures of physical activity resources,” Boisgontier said. holiday rom-com, will be cally active, yet statistics show and away from the pictures of “These results suggest that directed by Paul Feig, best that despite our best intentions, physical inactivity — and then our brain is innately attracted known for helming movies we are actually becoming less vice versa. to sedentary behaviours,” he such as “Bridesmaids”, “Spy” active. Meanwhile, electrodes said. and “Ghostbusters”.The Researchers from the recorded what was happening The question now becomes screenplay will be written by University of British Columbia in their brains. Participants whether people’s brains can be Oscar winner Emma (UBC) in Canada studied brain were generally faster at moving re-trained. Thompson along with Bryony connections to understand this toward active pictures and “Anything that happens Kimmings, reported Variety.A “exercise paradox”. “Conserving Matthieu Boisgontier, a post- across evolution,” said away from lazy pictures, but automatically is difficult to release date and further infor- energy has been essential for doctoral researcher in UBC. Boisgontier, senior author of brain-activity readouts called inhibit, even if you want to, mation is yet to be known, humans’ survival, as it allowed “The failure of public policies the study published in the electroencephalograms showed because you don’t know that it though Golding suggested in us to be more efficient in to counteract the pandemic of journal Neuropsychologia. For that doing the latter required is happening. But knowing a tweet on Tuesday that the searching for food and shelter, physical inactivity may be due the study, researchers recruit- their brains to work harder. that it is happening is an film will shoot in London at competing for sexual partners, to brain processes that have ed young adults, sat them in “We knew from previous important first step,” the end of the year. and avoiding predators,” said been developed and reinforced front of a computer, and gave studies that people are faster at Boisgontier said. LUCKNOW | THURSDAY | SEPTEMBER 20, 2018 world 12

Sharifs’ jail sentences suspended Zardari challenges Pak SC Hafiz Saeed to approach court in corruption case, to be released order seeking asset details to retrieve frozen PTI n ISLAMABAD assets of JuD PTI n ISLAMABAD Monday when it rejected its petition challenging the IHC’s akistan’s former president Lahore: Mumbai attack mas- n a relief to the still-grieving decision to hear Sharifs’ peti- PAsif Ali Zardari has filed a termind Hafiz Saeed plans to ISharif family, a top Pakistani tions against the Avenfield review petition against the launch next phase of legal bat- court suspended on verdict. Supreme Court’s order seeking tle to retrieve the assets of Wednesday the jail sentences Chief Justice Saqib Nisar details of his and assassinated Jamaat-ud-Dawa (JuD) and its of the embattled former prime termed the NAB petition as former prime minister Benazir subsidiary Falah-i-Insaniyat minister Nawaz Sharif, his frivolous and imposed a Rs Bhutto’s foreign assets, con- Foundation (FIF) after daughter and son-in-law in a 20,000 fine on the anti-cor- tenting that it is disrespect to a Pakistan’s Supreme Court corruption case and ordered ruption watchdog. “martyr”, according to a media allowed the two outfits to con- their release. A large number Sharif resigned as Pakistan report. tinue their activities in the of Pakistan Muslim League- prime minister last year after The Pakistan Peoples Party country, the JuD’s spokesman Nawaz (PML-N) leaders, the Supreme Court disquali- co-chairman on Tuesday said on Wednesday. including Sharif’s brother, fied him from holding public argued that such details had The government took over Shehbaz Sharif were present in office and ruled that graft nothing to do with the case and around 184 buildings – schools, the courtroom and cheered as cases be filed against the belea- that it was out of context and hospitals and dispensaries – the judgment was announced. guered leader and his children against his fundamental rights, belonging to the JuD and FIF A two-judge bench of the The accused were also dis- on their application seeking over the Panama Papers scan- the Dawn reported. after the promulgation of the Islamabad High Court heard qualified to contest elections suspension of their conviction dal.The Avenfield case was The Supreme Court while presidential ordinance last year the petitions filed by Sharif, 68, or to hold public office for a in the Avenfield case. among the three corruption hearing a case on the recovery amount allegedly wasted ishment. Zardari has argued and subsequently administra- his daughter Maryam and period of 10 years after release. The Sharif family is now cases filed against the three- of losses incurred because of against the backdrop of the that the order failed to take into tors were appointed there. son-in-law Capt (retd) The ruling comes just a facing two more corruption time former premier and his the controversial National NRO in 2007. account the practical difficul- The government had also Muhammad Safdar challeng- week after Sharif’s wife, cases in the accountability children by the NAB on the Reconciliation Ordinance He nominated Zardari, ties that would occur in frozen all bank accounts of ing their conviction related to Kulsoom Nawaz, died from court — Al-Azizia Steel Mills Supreme Court’s orders in the (NRO) on August 29 had asked Musharraf and former attorney attempting to gather informa- both organisations and stopped the purchase of four luxury cancer in London. and Flagship Investments — in Panama Papers case which Zardari to submit an affidavit general Malik Abdul Qayyum tion required to be furnished in them from collecting funds. flats in London through cor- The trio were briefly which they are accused of disqualified Sharif. highlighting details of foreign as respondents in the case. the affidavit sought under the Last week, a two-member rupt practices. allowed out of the high-secu- money laundering, tax evasion Sharif has denied any assets and bank accounts, Zardari, 63, argued that the order. bench of the Supreme Court “The instant writ petition rity Adiala Jail on parole to and hiding offshore assets. wrongdoing and says the including Swiss accounts, August 29 order had “erro- “The record is likely to rejected an appeal by the gov- is allowed and sentence award- attend her funeral. They The cases against the fam- charges are political motivat- belonging to him, his slain neously” shifted the burden of have been shredded and no ernment against an interim ed to the petitioners by the returned to jail on Monday. ily stemmed from Panama ed. His supporters believe the wife, children (Bilawal, proof to him, asking him to longer available, especially order of the Lahore High Court accountability court shall The two-judge bench also Papers case in April 2016. real reason he was convicted Bakhtawar and Aseefa Bhutto- prove his innocence. when it comes to old property on April 5 which had allowed remain suspended till the final ordered the release of the for- In a blow to Pakistan’s was because he had fallen out Zardari) and other dependants. The actual burden of proof, documents and details of their the two groups to continue adjudication of the appeal mer premier, his daughter and anti-corruption watchdog, the with the country’s powerful The NRO was promulgat- the review petition argues, sale and purchase price,” it their “welfare work”. filed by the petitioner,” reads son-in-law from the Adiala jail Islamabad High Court also army. Leader of the ed in October 2007 by the gov- remains on the party which has said. The high court had the judgment. in Rawalpindi. dismissed the National Opposition and Sharif’s ernment of the then president brought the case before the He said the order is also in restrained the government The accountability court Sharif, Maryam and Safdar Accountability Bureau’s younger brother, Shahbaz, fol- Pervez Musharraf. Under the court. violation of Article 4, 175 (2) from interfering with the social judge Mohammad Bashir had were also directed to submit request to first announce a lowing the verdict, tweeted a ordinance, cases against politi- The order prime facie and 187 (1) of the constitution work of the two groups and sentenced the trio on July 6. bail bonds worth Rs 500,000. judgment on the maintain- Quranic verse to express grat- cians were removed, paving the aimed at seeking to gather which guarantees rights of also allowed their legal activi- Sharif, 68, Maryam, 44, Pakistani media reported ability of the pleas. The bench itude on suspension of the sen- way for many of their return to information which would individuals to be dealt with in ties. “The JuD and FIF have and Safdar, 54, were sentenced that the verdict would remain also imposed a fine on the tences.“Truth has come, and country. somehow incriminate Zardari, accordance with the law, estab- only got the permission for to 10 years, seven years and a temporary relief for the for- NAB lawyers earlier for using falsehood has departed. The case was filed by it added. This is against the lishment and jurisdiction of the work but its entire infrastruc- one year, respectively, in mer prime minister and his delaying tactics. Indeed is falsehood, [by Lawyers Foundation for Justice spirit of Article 13 of the courts and issue and execution ture is still under the govern- prison and fined in the family members until the The NAB was also pulled nature], ever bound to depart,” president Feroz Shah Gilani, Constitution which provides of processes of the Supreme ment administrative control. Avenfield properties case. court gives the final decision up by the Supreme Court on he tweeted. seeking recovery of public protection against double pun- Court, respectively. The bank accounts are frozen and funds collection dried up. We will move the Lahore High Court to get the control of JuD Pak Sikh community urges India and FIF properties back and Malaysia ex-PM held over $628 mn also seek de-freezing their bank accounts,” JuD spokesman to open Kartarpur border Ahmad Nadeem told PTI on linked to 1MDB, to be charged Wednesday. PTI n KARACHI He said the Supreme AP n KUALALUMPUR donation from the Saudi royal Court’s decision has given the akistan’s Sikh community family, and closed downdo- JuD hope to get back its prop- Phas urged the Indian gov- alaysia’s toppled leader mestic investigations. erties to resume its “social and ernment to open the MNajib Razak was arrested But allegations related to charitable” works. The JuD Kartarpur border to help facil- Wednesday and will be charged wrongdoing at 1MDB contin- spokesman said: “Getting all itate Sikh pilgrims’ visit to a over allegations that USD 628 ued to multiply and the leader our buildings back, accounts historic gurdwara in this coun- million linked to state invest- lurched sharply to the right. restored and starting collection try, a media report said ment fund 1MDB ended up in He sacked critics in gov- of funds are major legal chal- Wednesday. his personal bank accounts, ernment, jailed political oppo- lenges for us. We will take legal Addressing a press con- officials said. nents and introduced increas- route, which may be longer – ference here, patron-in-chief Allegations that Najib and ingly authoritarian laws that as getting court’s permission for of Pakistan Sikh Council his cronies looted huge sums analysts said were aimed at charity work almost took seven Sardar Ramesh Singh Khalsa from the investment vehicle silencing any criticism to his months – but that is the pre- said if opened, the border were a major factor in the rule. Analysts thought Najib’s ferred path for us.” crossing will allow Indian pil- shock defeat of his long-ruling Barisan Nasional coalition, The Pakistani government grims to visit Gurdwara Kartar coalition in elections in May, at which had ruled Malaysia unin- had taken action against JuD Singh and Pakistanis to visit the hands of a reformist alliance terrupted since independence and FIF as they were placed on Dera Baba Nanak on the headed by Mahathir Mohamad. In this May 22, 2018 (file photo) former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak, from Britain in 1957, could the United Nations Security Indian side. Mahathir, 93, in his second center, arrives at Anti-Corruption Agency for questioning in Putrajaya, Malaysia. never be beaten. But Mahathir Council’s (UNSC) sanction list. Khalsa said it had been a stint as premier after coming Malaysia's anti-graft agency says it has arrested former Najib over the multimillion- capitalised on anger at the Saeed was listed under UN long pending demand of the crossing with India for Sikh who are not able to visit out of retirement to take on his dollar looting of a state investment fund and that he will face further charges in court. 1MDB scandal, and disillu- Security Council Resolution Sikhs to open the Kartarpur pilgrims to visit a historic Pakistan converge at interna- ex-protege Najib, has reopened sionment at race-based politics 1267 in December 2008. He border for pilgrims, ‘The gurdwara there without visas. tional border at Dera Baba probes into 1MDB that were tested election in 2013. arrest was “much more signif- in the multi-ethnic country, to was released from house arrest Express Tribune’ reported. “Pakistan will soon open Nanak and offer their prayers. shut down by the former gov- The Malaysian Anti- icant” than his previous one. “I push them from power. in Pakistan in November. The He also praised the new the border at Kartarpur for Khalsa also strongly con- ernment, and vowed to bring Corruption Commission said think the Malaysian people Najib, his family and JuD is believed to be the front Imran Khan-led government Sikh pilgrims and the pil- demned the attacks against the Najib to justice. in a statement that it had will be very, very happy. There cronies were accused of using organisation for the LeT which for its announcement of open- grims will be able to visit cricketer-turned-politician Since losing power, Najib detained Najib as part of its were complaints that the gov- money stolen from 1MDB to is responsible for carrying out ing the border for Sikh devo- Gurdwara Darbar Sahib Navjot Singh Sidhu for hug- has already been arrested and investigations into the fund ernment was not moving fast buy everything from high-end the Mumbai attack that killed tees on the 550th birth Kartarpur without visas,” he ging Pakistan Army chief hit with seven charges related to and “the entry of 2.6 billion enough on 1MDB,” he told real estate in the United States 166 people. It has been declared anniversary of Guru Nanak, had said in an interview with General Qamar Javed Bajwa claims he pocketed some USD ringgit (USD 628 million) into AFP. to pricey artworks. He and his as a foreign terrorist organisa- the founder of Sikhism. BBC Urdu on September 7. during his visit to Pakistan for 10 million from a former unit his personal account”. When reports about the luxury-loving wife Rosman tion by the US in June 2014. “The entire Sikh commu- Gurdwara Kartarpur Sahib the swearing-in ceremony of of 1MDB. Najib will appear in bank transfers surfaced in 2015, Mansor became figures of The US Department of the nity is thankful to the Pakistan is situated in Narowal district Prime Minister Imran Khan However his arrest court Thursday afternoon they represented a turning hatred. The US Department of Treasury has designated Saeed government for its noble ges- of Pakistan’s Punjab. last month. Wednesday was more signifi- where he faces several charges point in the 1MDB scandal and Justice, which is seeking to as a Specially Designated ture,” he said. The Gurdwara is just four- Bajwa had spoken about cant as it related to a central related to abuse of power, the dramatically raised pressure on recover items allegedly bought Global Terrorist, and the US, Pakistan’s Information and-half kilometers from the the opening of the border in allegation in the long-running anti-corruption commission Najib and his inner circle.The with stolen 1MDB cash in since 2012, has offered a USD Minister Fawad Chaudhry had international border and is vis- Kartarpur for the anniversary scandal — that huge sums from said. James Chin, a Malaysia attorney-general later cleared America, estimates that USD 10 million reward for infor- said his government will soon ible on a clear day from Dera of Guru Nanak with Sidhu at the fund flowed into his bank expert from the University of Najib of any wrongdoing, say- 4.5 billion in total was looted mation that brings Saeed to jus- open the Kartarpur border Baba Nanak in India. Devotees Imran’s oath-taking ceremony. accounts before a hotly con- Tasmania, said Najib’s current ing the money was a personal from the fund. tice. Russian model Indian-origin family targeted Indian employed in UN agency dismissed following claims Putin probe into sexual misconduct allegations tried to kill her in UK hate crime arson attack PTI n UNITED NATIONS ber; this is the strongest disci- fundamental human right,” she Women had said back in PTI n LONDON bedroom was just saved – he media reveal huge flames and plinary measure available with- said. December 2017 that it received London: A Russian model crit- was sleeping in it at the time extensive damage to the out- n the strongest disciplinary in the Staff Regulations and In line with UN Secretary- allegations of sexual misconduct ical of Vladimir Putin’s regime n Indian-origin family of of the incident,” said Karlekar, side of the property in the res- Imeasure available within staff Rules of the United Nations General António Guterres’s involving one of its staff mem- on Wednesday claimed that Afour in the UK had a a digital consultant who move idential suburb in the bor- rules in the United Nations, an (UN). Consequently, the staff commitment of zero-tolerance bers, again not naming Karkara. the Russian president had tried lucky escape when their house to the UK from Mumbai in ough of Bromley in London. Indian national employed in the member is prohibited from to violence against women, According to to kill her, in the latest poison- was targeted in an “unpro- the late 1990s. Karlekar has expressed his UN agency for gender equality employment within the UN Mlambo-Ngcuka said UN Newsweek, Steve Lee, a 25- ing scare at an Italian restaurant voked” arson attack which the “We are glad it was unhappiness with the nearly and women empowerment has system,” she said. Women continues to advocate year-old policy activist, who in the town of Salisbury, south- police is treating as a hate stopped on time but the dam- 32-hour delay in the Met been dismissed after an investi- Karkara is not named in the for a world free of violence and has addressed the United west England, where a former crime. Mayur Karlekar, called age to our neighbourhood, Police starting their investi- gation determined he engaged in statement. However, he was abuse. “Our work with others Nations and was a member of Russian spy and his daughter as Mac Karlekar, and his wife our society, to our home has gation into the case. sexual misconduct. UN Women under investigation for sexual across the entire UN system is the Major Group for Children were poisoned. Ritu and two young children been done, irrecoverably. We “This is the second inci- had said last month that the misconduct after at least eight rooted in improving policies and and Youth, is among the men The town where former were asleep in their home late have not caused any trouble to dent in this area, the first one Office of Audit and Investigation men had accused him of using practices in this regard.” accusing Karkara of misconduct. Russian double agent Sergei on Saturday night when they anyone and have only helped being a robbery, but we feel of UNDP had completed its his prestige and position to sex- The Executive Director had According to his profile, Skripal and his daughter Yulia were woken up by their others in all our lifetime. I was more may have happened or investigation into the sexual ually harass them, five sources appointed earlier this year Purna Karkara has worked with UN were found collapsed after being neighbours, who had called in special police myself doing are going unreported. We misconduct allegations involv- with knowledge of the investi- Sen as Executive Coordinator on Women, UNICEF, Save the poisoned by the deadly the fire brigade to tackle a voluntary unpaid work. This want those people to come ing the UN Women staff mem- gation had told Newsweek. Sexual Harassment to engage Children among others. He ‘Novichok’ nerve agent earlier huge blaze outside their home act happening to us was a out and raise their voice too,” ber. Mlambo-Ngcuka further with survivors so that they are serves as Global Advisor on this year in March had been cor- in south-east London’s complete shock,” said the 43- he said. While the staff member has confirmed “emphatically” that supported in a range of areas. Youth with UN-HABITAT and doned off by Wiltshire Police on Borkwood Park area of year-old, who has been British police describe not been named throughout the former staff member “can- Sen had told PTI earlier that had represented UN-HABITAT Sunday after reports of two Orpington. appealing for information to hate crimes as those per- the process of investigation, not be protected by diplomatic zero tolerance to sexual exploita- as the co-chair of the UN people being taken ill. “The Metropolitan Police bring the suspects to justice ceived as motivated by hos- sexual misconduct allegations immunity.” She said although tion and abuse must be strictly Interagency Network on Youth While police have since is investigating this as a hate across various social media tility or prejudice based on a were leveled against Indian UN Women does not have the followed and practiced and that Development. He also co- ruled out any Novichok link to crime. It is being dealt with as channels. personal characteristic and national Ravi Karkara, who had authority to prosecute, the UN those who show the courage to chaired the Policy Strategy Sunday’s incident, 30-year-old a case of arson and criminal Karlekar, originally from monitor it under five strands served as Senior Advisor on is guided by its obligation to speak out against abuses should Group for World We Want 2015 model Anna Shapiro told ‘The damage. No arrests have been Dombivali in Thane district – race or ethnicity; religion or Strategic Partnerships and bring credible allegations of not feel judged. – largest UN & civil society post- Sun’ newspaper that she and her made so far,” a Metropolitan of Maharashtra, said he want- beliefs; sexual orientation; Advocacy to the Assistant criminal conduct to the attention She had also added that the 2015 data-curation-visualiza- husband were the two people Police spokesperson said on ed to ensure no other families disability; or transgender Secretary General and Deputy of relevant national authorities. UN agency wants to change the tion Big Data platform. It said he targeted with suspected rat poi- Wednesday. CCTV images in the neighbourhood identity. Executive Director at UN “UN Women stands ready dynamics and culture in which has written more than 80 pub- son. “I was targeted by Putin’s from the area reportedly show become victims of a similar According to official fig- Women. to cooperate with any national men and women feel that their lications and has given keynote henchmen. They want me dead a group of four-five youths, hate crime. ures released earlier this year, In a statement issued here authority that decides to inves- position of seniority and author- and panel addresses. as I oppose Putin and have dressed in hoodies, attempt- “Hope this kind of arson incidents of hate crime had Tuesday, Executive Director of tigate this matter,” she said, ity entitles them sexually to According to a latest report turned my back on my country. ing to start a fire on the attack does not happen to any registered a spike in the UN Women Phumzile Mlambo- adding that UN Women has other more junior staff, interns in The Guardian, other indi- Russia is capable of anything,” hedges outside the Karlekars’ family as it happened on ours immediate aftermath of the Ngcuka said the investigative made every effort to offer victim and young people. viduals, including 26-year old she told the newspaper. “I’m home. unprovoked. If you know any- Brexit referendum in 2016. and disciplinary processes into support throughout the investi- A UN spokesperson had Muhammad Junaid Mandoori, sure the Russians think I’m a “We all were sleeping and one or seen any video floating There were 80,393 offences in allegations involving a UN gation. “We hold ourselves previously confirmed to PTI that had alleged that they had been British spy. I know lots of rich were luckily woken up by around on social media of 2016-17, compared with Women staff member have accountable to ensure a victim- the individual under investiga- stalked online, sent indecent businessmen in central London neighbours on time. Though dares, please help stop it. Be 62,518 in 2015-16, the largest “concluded that sexual miscon- centred approach in fulfillment tion was Karkara. Reports of the images and asked for sexual and because I have the accent most of the damage was done safe, be vigilant,” he said in his increase since the UK Home duct occurred”. “As a result, I of our mandate to advance and allegations against Karkara sur- favours in return for opportu- people make assumptions about to the hedges leaving the appeal. Office began recording these have dismissed the staff mem- protect gender equality as a faced early last month. UN nities within the UN. me,” she said. AP house now exposed, my son’s Images posted on social figures in 2011-12. usp 13 LUCKNOW | THURSDAY | SEPTEMBER 20, 2018 ‘EDUCATION IS PHILANTHROPY’

espite his short tenure of 19 months as inspired me and I believe that the youth today Institute of Management in Delhi different India's second prime minister, Lal can learn from him. His simplicity was an from the rest? DBahadur Shastri's towering personali- important part of his personality. He was never We have not deviated from the practices of LAL BAHADUR ty is firmly etched in the memory of the nation attracted to the worldly items and materialis- Shastriji. We are grounded in ethics and do not even after half a decade of his untimely tic things and remained a common man, root- compromise on the teaching or the quality of SHASTRI is fondly demise. He earned the nation's respect with his ed to the ground. When he became the Prime courses. We have surrendered management tough decisions taken during the Indo-Pak war Minister, he continued to wear his simple quota since we do not believe in making money remembered for in 1965. His teachings and ideas about higher clothes and would walk to his office rather than from education. Today, many institutes are education are being carried forward by his son use cars. After he joined the office as the PM, siphoning off money from government grants, and the former Union Minister Anil Shastri, he got a good house to live in and I asked him earning money through admissions which I his integrity, who is the Chairman of Lal Bahadur Shastri to get the bedroom carpeted. He refused to the believe is against the philanthropic nature of Institute of Management, Delhi. Excerpts: request and retorted, saying, “I am a Prime educational institutes. I feel that the money simplicity and grit. Minister of a country where many don't even received by the institute should be ploughed nPlease share some of your memories about have a roof over their heads.” back into the betterment of its facilities. In terms His son ANIL your father. How was he like? His integrity and honesty is remembered of quality, every faculty needs to be a Ph.D to Shastriji was affectionately called ‘nanhe’ by many. He bought a car for the family by tak- teach at the Delhi institute. We are always when he was young. I remember a story about ing a loan of `5000 from the Punjab National updated with the latest trends in the corporate SHASTRI has fond him when he was once canned by his teacher Bank, which was later repaid by my mother world and revise the syllabus every year to for not bringing an english reader to class. Sharp from her pension after his demise. Despite his accommodate new learning modules in accor- Cleanliness and memories of his in studies, he had copied the textbook after bor- dance with the needs of the industry. We also rowing it from a friend since he could not afford introduce new courses as per the requirement father and it. Shastriji’s education was financially support- THE LAL BAHADUR of the market. The institute emphasises on ed by one of his mentors, Nishkameshwar imparting entrepreneurial skills. Students who connectivity key to Prasad Mishra. A man of principles, Shastriji SHASTRI POLYTECHNIC do not want to relocate to cities according to explains the did not accept this help for free and as com- INSTITUTE, IN A VILLAGE jobs or have family business are trained to set pensation, tutored Mishraji’s children. He up their own ventures. Apart from the man- relevance of enrolled in Kashi Vidyapith, Varanasi and grad- IN ALLAHABAD, IS UNIQUE agement education, we run the Lal Bahadur growth: Goyal uated with a degree in philosophy and ethics. AS IT OFFERS HIGHER Shastri Polytechnic institute in Manda, a Shastriji's vision He was an eminent scholar and could speak, small village in Allahabad. This is a very dif- he Union Minister for Railways and Coal Piyush Goyal, read and write in Hindi, English, Sanskrit, EDUCATION PROSPECTS ferent concept and not a ‘me too’ product as it Tbelieves that unless the infrastructure and fundamentals are Persian and Urdu. Inspired by Mahatma aims to offer higher education in the remotest set up, India cannot come up as a sought-after tourist destina- of education in Gandhi, he joined the freedom struggle move- TO THE STUDENTS OF area. We have made sure that the students are tion. “The present government has been developing facilities ment. Though he went through a lot of diffi- REMOTE AREAS provided with state-of-the-art infrastructure like ensuring 24 hour power supply, promoting renewable ener- modern times to culties and was jailed on several occasions, he and modern facilities. gy forms and improving connectivity by effectively connecting never spoke to us about his hardships and never short stature, Shastriji was a man of determi- the remotest destinations. The most important element that will ANKITA SAXENA complained. He believed that the past has nation and grit. He felt no inferiority and dealt nThere is an increasing sense of cynicism in help promote tourism in a complete way is the government’s already taught its lessons and there is no point with complex issues with a firm hand. It is the country and instances of intolerance have cleanliness drive—Swachhta Abhiyan, which will ensure that brooding over it. important for a good leader to have a high-risk lately turned violent. How do you respond to India becomes a preferred destination for all international He taught us to be honest and morally taking ability and Shastriji took tough decisions that? tourists.” He was speaking at the inauguration of the maiden responsible for our actions. Lala Lajpat Rai, a during his role in the Indo-Pak war which has Violent activities are on the rise all across edition of the India Tourism Mart (ITM 2018) organised between prominent leader of the Congress party had earned him respect over the years. the world and it is important to understand that September 16 and 18 in Delhi. formed the Servants of the People Society, regional aspirations are increasing globally. Our Goyal elaborated that no country can attract internation- which provided financial aid to the poor free- nWhat were Shastriji's ideas on education and history is testimony to the fact that despite al tourists until the visitors feel the country is safe and clean. dom fighters. Shastriji used to get `50 as a how has the spectrum changed today? many invasions, India has retained its identi- “The efforts we have undertaken in the last four years to bring monthly allowance. Once he asked my moth- Shastriji’s concept of education was very ty. This is because we have been a civilised soci- about cleanliness is certainly going to be one of the defining er if she was receiving the money on time, to clear. He felt that every student must have the ety for centuries. We had structured living, gov- features to promote tourism in the nation in a big way,” he said. which my mother responded in the affirmative basic knowledge of science and laid emphasis ernance, currency, defense protocols in various He further informed that the government has fast-tracked and added that she was able to manage the on the importance of higher education. This forms and thus have retained our essence. the country’s connectivity mission and the effort to connect the household expenses within `40. Shahstriji wrote can be related to today’s need of modern tech- However, the governing bodies over the years remotest parts of India with efficient modes of transport is ongo- to the society asking them to reduce his nology. He also felt that parents should only have not been sensitive or have failed to com- allowance to `40 and give the balance to some guide their children towards possible profes- prehend the regional aspirations of the people. other needy person. This allowance was a char- sional pursuits and not force their line of The cynicism is a knee-jerk reaction now. ity and not earned by him and thus he never thought on them. He also advocated that since Political parties unfortunately tried to under- Photo: Pankaj Kumar kept the money with him. These inci- jobs were limited in proportion to the popu- stand the people of this country while sitting dences have defined his char- lation of the country, it is important that stu- in AC rooms through feedback from special- acter and many have learnt dents are trained in accordance with employ- ists and data collected from remote assets. This from him over the years. ability. Shastriji also emphasised that the gov- had led to a disconnect between the govern- ernment should not be the only responsible ment and the people whereas earlier times the nWhat aspects of party to impart education. He encouraged the leaders were born from the grassroots and they your father inspire private players in education to reach a larger understood the pulse of the nation. The lead- you the most? number of young people and reduce the bur- ers have to empathise with the difficulties of Of the many den on the government education institutes. He the people to gauge the gravity of the situation things about gave the example of the Harvard University Shastriji, there are which though was a private player, but ranked nWhat is your idea of nationalism? How do ing. Sharing details about initiatives taken by the Indian rail- three prominent the best in the world. It is unfortunate that today you think it can be promoted? ways towards facilitating tourism, Goyal said, “Very recently, characteristics education has become a commercial arm. My It is important to note that the increasing we have significantly reduced the pricing of the luxury trains that have appeal to all such institutes is that education regional aspirations are not clashing with the to encourage more and more tourists to travel in these trains is a philanthropic work and institutions integrity of India as a nation. Different regions to see and explore the beauty of our nation. I would like to urge should restrict themselves to may demand separate states, but they are proud all to crowd-source ideas and help us with newer initiatives to promoting higher educa- to be Indian. Nationalism has to be understood help us to meet the ambitious targets we have set for the tourism tion. A suggestion to the in the right perspective. It is a concept where industry.” government is to make a one is dedicated and devoted to the cause of The Railway Minister also acknowledged the income mul- percent of the income the nation. Small, day-to-day activities like tiplier effect in the tourism sector and pointed out that this sec- of the institute taxable dirtying the roads or surroundings are against tor generates a number of employment opportunities in the for- and allow the stake- the well-being of the country. I believe that mal and informal sectors and can change the destiny of the coun- holders to share the someone who is singing the national anthem try. He commented that the youth of the country can be entre- Photo: Pankaj Kumar dividend. and unfurling the national flag, but is also preneurs, service providers, interpreters and so on in the tourism n How is the Lal siphoning off money, is not a nationalist. I feel sector and ascertained that India with its varied features has bahadur Shastri nationalism is practiced everyday. tremendous potential and India just needs to leverage from it. CORPORATE BRIEFS INDIANOIL CELEBRATES HINDI LANGUAGE Statue of Unity to be a tourist attraction Hindi Fortnight was observed with great enthusiasm at l IndianOil's Refineries Headquarters from September 1 to How has tourism fared in the state Gujarat, a vibrant state of culture and heritage, is nearly 300 units out of which 120 14. A gamut of activities were organised for IOCians which so far? have already been commissioned. saw enthusiastic participation, underlining a deep bond and We have recorded a year-on-year positioning itself as a foremost tourist destination. Over the last few years, tourism and affinity for the language. The celebrations culminated with V growth of 17 per cent in tourist The Commissioner of Tourism and Managing hospitality sector has attracted K Shukla, Executive Director (HR), Refineries HQ, arrivals to Gujarat. Last year, we Director of Tourism Corporation of Gujarat JENU investments worth `11,000 crore. We presenting awards to the winners of various competitions recorded a total of 5.2 crore tourists plan to develop basic tourist infra- organised during the Hindi fortnight, in the presence of out of which 10 lakh were interna- DEVAN, talks to ANKITA SAXENA about new structure at some unexplored desti- senior IndianOil functionaries. tional. Though this amounts to two attractions and experientials nations in the state to increase its per cent of the total tourist numbers attractiveness. TRIBES INDIA’S 43RD and the figures are growing every OUTLET OPENS IN ORISSA year, we are not happy with the num- lWhat is the state’s marketing The Union Minister of Tribal Affairs Jual Oram, inaugurated bers and are working hard to tap into strategy for tourism? the TRIFED's 43rd ‘Tribes India’ outlet at Satyanagar, Orissa. the potential of unexplored destina- The demands of the domestic The TRIFED is presently operating through a retail chain tions in the state. and international tourists are quite network of 42 own outlets, 33 consignment outlets and 14 different and we are trying to under- franchise outlets located across the country through which it lWhich tourism circuits is the state stand them. We will focus on mar- promotes and markets a wide range of ethnic and traditional promoting? Are there any upcom- ket-specific promotions. Keeping tribal handicraft and handloom products. ing projects? in mind the duration of stay of The Statue of Unity, the iconic tourists and their spending capaci- 182 meter landmark dedicated to ty, we will offer specific products at AAI WINS INDIA GREEN ENERGY Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, is our key international tourism marts and AWARD 2018 concentration area. The Prime other fairs. For the domestic market The Airports Authority of India (AAI) won the India Minister and the Chief Minister have the Tier-II and Tier-III cities are our Green Energy Award for the year 2018 in the taken keen interest to develop the major focus areas. category— “Innovative initiative of outstanding entire area around the statue into Green Energy in transport sector-For infrastructure” an attraction for tourists. In line lAre there any niche tourism during the panel discussion on “National Biofuel with the 150th birth anniversary products of offer in the state? Policy 2018 and its impact on Energy Security” at celebrations of Mahatma Gandhi, We are promoting Gujarat New Maharashtra Sadan, New Delhi. The award was we are popularising the Gandhi through its cuisine, handicrafts and presented by Suresh Prabhu, the Minister for Commerce and Industry and Civil Aviation and was circuit and the Dandi March cir- festivals. We have created videos to received by Anil Kumar Sharma, ED (PMQA & EMC) cuit. For the inbound tourism seg- acquaint the tourists with the state’s and Rakesh Kalra, ED (Engg-NR) along with N B ment we are focusing on showcas- vibrant culture. We are also offering Goel, Jt GM (Engg-NR) on behalf of AAI. ing our world heritage cities like golf tourism. There are eight golf Ahmedabad. The city is very well- courses near Ahmedabad and connected from major airports Baroda. Those who host conferences PDIL CELEBRATES HINDI PAKHWARA TATA POWER-DDL IS AN and can be added as an extension and meetings in the state, can spend Hindi Pakhwara was launched at Projects and Development OUTSTANDING GREEN CAMPAIGNER to the Golden Triangle circuit. their leisure time at these golf cours- India Limited (PDIL) corporate office in Noida on the The Tata Power Delhi Distribution (Tata Power-DDL) has been Depending on the interests of the es which also have good accommo- occasion of Hindi Diwas. The CMD of PDIL distributed conferred with tourists, Gujarat offers nature, dation facilities. prizes to the students of the Rajkiya Sarvodaya Kanya the culture, heritage, pilgrimage, Vidyalaya, New Ashok Nagar in Delhi for essay and drawing ‘Outstanding wildlife, festivals and niche lHow fruitful was your participa- competitions organised by PDIL in the school under the Green tourism products among others. tion at IMT 2018? Swachhta Pakhwara. Campaigner- Experiential tours are in demand Our participation at the India Organisation’ Photo: Pankaj Kumar and we are creating new itineraries Travel Mart gave us an opportunity award for active l promotion of to cater to this segment. The What is the state doing to improve have also undertaken a cleanliness to interact with the foreign tour oper- rooftop solar Rann of Kutch, the white sand tourist infrastructure? drive across 54 destinations in 33 dis- ators directly to understand their and innovative dessert, is a unique experience for Under several schemes of the tricts of the state. demands and requirements. We energy efficient tourists and many activities are Centre and the state government, we We have a good budget for have a lot to offer to the inbound projects at India Green Energy Awards 2018 organised by the offered here. There are many are focusing on enhancing the way- tourism, almost `450 crore which is tourists. Many countries have shown Indian Federation of Green Energy (IFGE) in association with Buddhist sites in Gujarat which are side amenities, creating facilitation being judiciously used. Under the interest including the US, UK, Israel, Care Ratings. The award was received by Sugata Mukherjee, being developed for tourists from centers and making sites of tourist State Tourism Policy 2015-20, we Lithuania and Ukraine among oth- DGM, Tata Power-DDL. East Asia. interest into smart destinations. We have received applications from ers. LUCKNOW | THURSDAY | SEPTEMBER 20, 2018 vivacity 14 ‘ARTISTES AND ART

Badshah dropped ONE for Arjun Rapper BADSHAH, who was busy HAVE NO BOUNDARIES’ with his album ONE (Original Never Ends), says that he dropped everything Actor Pakistani talent working in the Hindi to do a song for film industry. “Artistes and art has no ARJUN KAPOOR'S boundaries,” he asserted. NAWAZUDDIN I FELT THAT EVEN Manto, who died in 1955 at the age film. THOUGH THERE of 43 in Pakistan, the country to which “Arjun wanted SIDDIQUI he decided to migrate from his beloved a song with ARE CERTAIN Mumbai, penned an impressive body of me and I believes that METHODS AND work which touched on genres like dropped women, Partition. He churned out India and CRAFT TO PORTRAY about 22 collections of stories compris- everything ‘AND BRING ALIVE ing a novel, essays, personal sketches to make it Pakistan have a and movie scripts. His work also gained happen.” A CHARACTER, attention for weaving stories around the

Badshah said. lot in common PLAYING A ordeal of Partition, freedom of expres- The song Bhare sion as well as sexuality. His straightfor- and need to reach CHARACTER LIKE ward writing got him in trouble as he bazaar from was charged with obscenity six times for

Arjun's forth- out to each other MANTO IS VERY his short stories, thrice before 1947 and coming film DIFFICULT. I HAVE thrice after. Namaste “The film is very personal. It will TRIED REALLY HARD haunt people. You will feel a connect England released peaking at a promotional event in ‘ with the story. And the reason behind on Tuesday and Delhi, Nawazuddin says, “My char- AND YOU CAN SEE that is that every one wants to tell the has already Sacter is of a personality who has THROUGH THE truth, but there are many factors and received been daring and courageous to bring the pressures of the society stopping them 6,675,386 views reality to the fore. While shooting and FILM THAT HOW from saying the truth.” playing the character, I felt that even The actor is “proud of this project”. on YouTube. though there are certain methods and HONESTLY HIS However, in the troubled times that we “I was deep craft to portray and bring alive a char- CHARACTER live in, he is a little unsure of the audi- into making acter, playing a character like Manto is ence reaction to it. my album when I began working very difficult. I have tried really hard HAS BEEN Since Manto’s writings frequently on Bhare bazaar with Rishi Rich. and you can see through the film that SHOWCASED talked about women, the author dis- how honestly his character has been cussed the issues of pay parity, women We had a blast on the set” showcased.” empowerment and #MeToo movement, Badshah added. Nawazuddin believes that the story Nawazuddin hopes for a similar effect His album, consisting of 17 tracks of Manto is very much relevant today. in India. has also been received well. “The stories he wrote in 1940, and the The actor says it is time to give way he looked at the world... Nothing women the respect they deserve. “We much has changed since then as far as need to introspect about the way we society is concerned. His stories are very have treated women for centuries. It is much relevant today. In fact, we were time to change. It is time to look at them Women should speak shocked to see that we haven’t changed from a different perspective. We need to for themselves. They much, and to see that there hasn’t been understand their thoughts, desires and should say much growth as an individual and a feelings, and respect them,” said the society.” actor. whatever Manto, co-produced by HP Studios, The actor, who has made his mark they feel and Filmstoc and Viacom18 Motion in films like Gangs of Wasseypur, The do whatever Pictures, which gives a glimpse into the his home of the past 40-50 years and set- Lunchbox, Liar’s Dice, Badlapur and they want to. writer’s life during the tumultuous tling down in a new country. We can’t Manjhi: The Mountain Man, will soon Every girl Partition of the sub continent. even think the magnitude of the be seen bringing the life of writer Talking about Partition Nawaz said, tragedy.” Saadat Hasan Manto alive on the big should “We can’t imagine the agony that mil- Since the two countries have so screen with Manto, directed by Nandita pursue their lions of people endured during partition. much in common, Nawazuddin doesn’t Das. passion and follow Imagine a person having to leave behind agree putting even a temporary ban on The film releases on Friday. their dreams. And these small choices will strengthen our FROM THE A MATTER OF women and will make them more confident. RIGHT CHOICE —Sunny Leone KANGAROO LAND Actor and fitness enthusiast SHILPA SHETTY KUNDRA tells AYUSHI SHARMA that whether it is love or professional Film producer SIDDHARTH ROY KAPUR thinks the 2014 life, the correct option makes all the difference Malayalam film Bangalore Days ove at first sight. How many times has one heard the phrase in pop- deserves a Hindi Lular culture as well as in real life? While the concept dates back to remake. time immemorial, today, when technology plays such a big role in every “The depth of their part of our lives, has this idea evolved over time? One has seen the trope storytelling, quality of play out so many times in films where two people walking down the street bump into each other, their eyes meet, sparks fly, and Cupid strikes. their acting and quali- Cut to the present, when image after image, glance after glance and ty of their filmmaking pout after pout flood your choices. And display pictures rob the magic is really superb, so of a chance encounter. whenever there is a So to turn the idea on its head, is falling in love possible when you Malayalam film which haven’t even seen the other person? And it is here that a virtual blind Borders, oceans or mountains might separate different nations. But cultures dating series Hear Me, Love Me hosted by actor Shilpa Shetty Kundra becomes a point of discussion reflects exactly what’s on every young Indian mind: Relationships. among people, I try to make it a and traditions can be a unifying force. The Australia Fest 2018 aims to do A keen fitness enthusiast and now a love guru-cum-life coach of sorts, point by watching it because I just that as it travels across India for six months, says Team Viva Shilpa says, “The show really gives women an upper hand because they learn a lot by watching what they are given the choice of three boys, the twist being that they get to see are doing in Malayalam cinema.” he Bangarra dance troupe, Australia’s MasterChef Australia Gary Mehigan, their world, hear and know them via this show in just 12 hours. Then Tmost prominent orchestra band will be who will be travelling to the country to cre- the girl has to pick one boy without seeing him to go on a date with. It’s said Kapur. there and so will the Melbourne ate a fusion of food from the two countries. more insightful than sightful. I think as a International Comedy Roadshow with “Across the world, only Indians are so pas- show it works because who doesn’t love many more internationally-acclaimed per- sionate about food and flavours,” said reality-oriented shows today?” People have formers, artists, comedy lovers, dancers, Mehigan who is also the Ambassador of Love grows over time, believes Shilpa. evolved, mind- Gaga overcome musicians and all kinds of troupes. The Australia Fest.” “People have evolved, mindsets have sets have Australia Fest 2018 will give a glimpse of He explained how he has explored changed and so have films and content. changed and by emotion the country’s culture and arts as it pans out Indian flavours and married them with The only thing that is constant is change so have films Singer-actress LADY GAGA was across 20 Indian cities for 203 days with 75 Australian food to give it a desi as well as which is a welcome development. Love is and content. events and 26 projects, from September a slightly spicy touch. He said, “When it not quite an emotion that can be felt auto- The only moved to tears at the 2018 2018 to March 2019. comes to cooking and playing with flavours, matically.” thing that Toronto International The Australian High Commissioner to it is not just north Indian or Punjabi flavours While Shilpa is ready to be a part of is con- Film Festival (TIFF) India, Harinder Sidhu, while unveiling the but all kinds of Indian spices and innumer- films again after almost a decade now, tele- stant is after she was six-month long festival said, “Children to able textures that I like to use. Whether it vision remains her preference. She would change parents, families and friends — there’s is vegetables or the breads, the Indian meals only take on a film if it is very different which is a praised for her per- something for everyone in this fest. have a lot of variety and tastes. Blending from mainstream scripts. “If I have to play welcome formance in A Australia’s culture, creativity and dynamism such multiple ingredients could be crazy, but a character it would have to be age-appro- development. Star Is Born. will be on display and will feature food, film, it’s just so delicious and comes together priate. I don’t want a female-oriented Love is not In the film, the art, dance, music, literature, theatre, sports beautifully.” script, I’m very clear about that. I’m not quite an emo- singer plays Ally, and much more.” The launch session was also attended somebody who wants to play a college- tion that can Sidhu added, “Even though there are by renowned Australian author, John going character and as everyone knows be felt auto- a struggling more than 60,000 Indian students studying Zubrzycki, whose latest book Jadoowallahs, films are changing now, content is evolv- matically” artist who has in Australia, we still can’t showcase the Jugglers and Jinns: A Magical History of India ing and I want to do something that would given up on her country’s culture to all of them. So if we can’t is a cultural, social and political history of cater to today’s palate. I’m an avid film watcher and I want to sign up for dream of bring India to Australia, why not bring the streets and stage magic in the country. something that I would enjoy reacting to. To choose a script now would becoming a Australia to India? And this is what we are He said, “I’m particularly excited in being be a tough nut because I have already played various characters and the doing—merging nations and developing ties involved in this year’s event with my book only prerequisite is that it would have to be different from what i have singer until sea- between both the countries, if not political- that examines the influence of India’s done before.” soned musician ly, but culturally.” vibrant magical traditions on popular cul- She added, “I have always steered towards doing things that were trend Jackson Maine Sidhu disclosed that the plan to ture globally.” setting. Till I don’t get to chew on something that has a different taste, I (Cooper) con- have such a large-scale festival “was to Among other great attractions are the don’t enjoy it. It gets very mundane for me. I think I lasted in the indus- vinces her to be executed in 2017,” as they had decid- food talks and sessions with MasterChef try because of this and the fact that I dabbled in different platforms. As ed that there should be a span of five years Australia judge Gary Mehigan, fusion of for now, my preference is television as the onus of giving a superhit film try again. between the festivals and the first was held modern Australian jazz with West Bengali is not on my shoulders.” “I watched in 2012. And there were reasons. While they folk music by The Three Seas, a showcase She says that there are many choices but one has to choose the path (Cooper) work did manage to get many of the prominent of collections by Australian fashion design- you want to tread on wisely. She says, “If a film doesn’t work where does tirelessly on this film, giving it artists on board, getting them to perform ers using Indian handloom textiles at that leave me? I don’t want people to judge me on the basis of my last was a long process. As Sidhu revealed, Amazon India Fashion Week, the film, I want people to judge me on the choices that I have made. There’s everything, and you never “Bookings for certain performers couldn’t Melbourne International Comedy Festival no excuse for mediocrity for me. If I’m doing something in the health stopped. Nobody here did.” she be made in time. Even for their show this Roadshow featuring some of Australia’s wit- and wellness sector, I will do it to the best of my ability and it comes out said. year, we had already made the bookings tiest comedians, the best of Australian cin- of passion not out of money. I want to be a front runner there and I’m She has received critical acclaim three years ago, especially with the Bangarra ema at various film festivals across India, willing to be judged on whatever I’m doing today so the challenge is to for her performance in the film dancers, who follow really strict schedules.” the launch of the Australian Open make right choices.” The dancers will be the centrepiece of the International BallKids programme in India, Hear Me, Love Me is slated to stream on Amazon Prime Video from with critics calling her dynamite. fest who will be performing in Bengaluru, and much more. September 28. Delhi and Mumbai. Photo: Pankaj Kumar Photo: Pankaj Kumar LUCKNOW | THURSDAY | SEPTEMBER 20, 2018 sport 15 REDS MAINTAIN UNBEATEN RUN Klopp’s men beat PSG 3-2 at Anfield, Atletico and Dortmund win as Napoli play draw

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iverpool left it late but showed Paris Saint-Germain have plen- Lty of work to do if they are to challenge for a first-ever Champions League title as Roberto Firmino struck a stoppage time winner in a Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring against PSV in Champions League AP 3-2 victory at Anfield on Tuesday. Despite the late drama, victory was well deserved for last season's finalists who dominated throughout Messi nets three, and bounced back from blowing a 2- 0 first-half lead to take the early advantage in Group C. Inter shock Spurs Daniel Sturridge and a James Milner penalty put the hosts in command before Thomas Meunier AFP n BARCELONA reduced PSG's arrears. Having kept Kylian Mbappe and Brugge goalkeeper Karlo Letica, right, makes a safe during the game against Dortmund AP ionel Messi pictures the Champions League ending with him the world's most expensive player Lhoisting the trophy and it began with him scoring a hat-trick Neymar quiet for almost the entire But Costa then ran onto a won- on Tuesday as Barcelona put four goals past PSV Eindhoven. match, Liverpool seemed set to pay derful flick-on from Griezmann to An early kick-off at Camp Nou meant that before most of the a heavy price for one poor pass by fire a snap-shot low and hard past tournament's teams had even named their line-ups, Messi was up Mohamed Salah as Mbappe swept Monaco's onrushing Swiss stopper and running, his sumptuous free-kick from the edge of the area home seven minutes from time in Diego Benaglio to level the scores on nestling in the top corner, exactly where it was intended. front of a stunned Klopp. the half-hour. Messi would have his second and third before the end, and a But Firmino, who started on the Jose Maria Gimenez — record eighth Champions League treble, but the game was bench due to an eye injury suffered remembered for crying on up by then thanks to a superb strike from the excellent against Tottenham on Saturday, had the pitch when France beat Ousmane Dembele. the final say as he twisted and Uruguay 2-0 in the World Cup Only when Barca were three ahead was Samuel Umtiti turned before firing into the far cor- quarter-finals in Russia — sent off for a second yellow card, meaning he will miss the ner to stretch Liverpool's perfect start then headed home a corner in first- trip to Wembley to face Tottenham next month. Even with 10 men, to the season to six games. half stoppage-time to take the wind Messi completed his set for a 4-0 win. "You can bring Bobby Firmino out of Monaco's sails at a key Dembele's goal was worthy of deciding any match but this was on and that helps a lot," said Klopp moment. Messi's night. After a miserable World Cup trying to retrieve the after the Brazilian celebrated by Lorenzo Insigne rattled the "It's always difficult to win the irretrievable Argentina, Barcelona's now-captain proved his qual- covering his injured left eye. "I loved crossbar in the first half for Napoli, first match of the Champions League ity again to any doubters that are left. his goal celebration." while Red Star defender Milan Rodic away from home," said Atletico Four goals already in La Liga, seven overall, neither age nor PSG crumbled on their made a vital goal-line clearance to coach Diego Simeone. Cristiano Ronaldo's exit from Spain appear to have taken the edge Champions League travels to deny Jose Callejon in the Group C "Griezmann is growing every off. Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Real encounter. game. He's a decisive player. He did "Normally if you score a hat-trick you frame it," said Barca coach Madrid in the past two seasons and Home goalkeeper Milan Borjan well in the right moments and his Ernesto Valverde. "But he their ability to challenge for the com- also produced a sharp stop to keep link-up with Costa was good." makes the extraordinary petition under new boss Thomas out an effort from Poland interna- routine." Tuchel was again questioned as they tional Arkadiusz Milik, as Red Star PULISIC SEALS WIN AT BRUGGE Even if Messi remains struggled to contain Liverpool's were restricted to a late attempt from BRUGGE: Christian Pulisic celebrated as good as ever, his team greater speed and power in midfield. Richmond Boakye. his 20th birthday in style on Tuesday will need others to step up. "Never at any point did we lose "We didn't do much wrong, we with a lucky late goal as Borussia Philippe Coutinho was our confidence. We played with controlled the game but the finish- Dortmund won 1-0 at Club Brugge impressive here and, after bravery and strength," insisted ing was lacking," said Ancelotti, in the Champions League. a difficult debut campaign, Tuchel. who took over at Napoli in the sum- The US international claimed the Dembele is finding his "But this is Anfield. This is what Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp hugs Roberto Firmino after game against PSG AP mer. winner in fortuitous fashion by rhythm, and his place. Liverpool do and when they press "It's difficult to play against a charging down a clearance from "Just as there is room for players that pass, there must be oth- you it is difficult." (you are in) since I know you physi- with Van Dijk's tackle on the Brazilian defence like that of Red Star. Our for- Brugge defender Matej Mitrovic ers that can make things happen," Valverde said. cally, and you have to use that," said only rebounding into the path of wards were alone in front of the goal- which looped over the goalkeeper on STURRIDGE SHINES Klopp. "He played a super game, Mbappe to fire home. keeper several times but we didn't 85 minutes. ICARDI SPARKS INTER'S COMEBACK Up front, Firmino's absence (scored a) super goal." Klopp responded by replacing have that bit of luck. I think we could It was a huge slice of good for- MILAN: A stunning Mauro Icardi volley sparked a thrilling late Inter opened the door for Sturridge to Six minutes later, PSG's deficit Salah with Xherdan Shaqiri as have won." tune but one that ended Dortmund's Milan comeback as the Italian side beat Tottenham 2-1 on their make his first Champions League was doubled when Juan Bernat Liverpool instantly went in search of 10-match winless streak in the return to the Champions League after a seven-year absence on start for the club. tripped Georginio Wijnaldum inside a winner. ATLETICO UNDO MONACO Champions League. Tuesday. "It is great to contribute to the the area and Milner slammed the Trent Alexander-Arnold's deflect- MONACO: Atletico Madrid came from "In the end we won, but there is Christian Eriksen's deflected strike gave Spurs a 53rd-minute team today," said Sturridge. "It is a resulting penalty into the bottom cor- ed free-kick came back off the wood- behind to beat Monaco 2-1 in their definitely room for improvement," lead at the San Siro, and the visitors looked comfortable for much team here and everybody is going to ner. work before they finally got their Champions League Group A open- admitted Dortmund captain Marco of the second half. add to the wealth of the club." However, the visitors were hand- reward when Firmino powered home. er on Tuesday with star strikers Reus. We have to keep working But Argentinian striker Icardi hammered home a magnificent The Englishman has been dogged ed a lifeline through right-back Diego Costa and Antoine Griezmann hard to play better.” volley in the 86th minute to draw Inter level, and Matias Vecino by injury and lack of form during Meunier, rather than one of their RED STAR FRUSTRATE NAPOLI detonating the fightback. "Currently, we are not playing the took advantage of some slack Tottenham defending at a corner to Klopp's nearly three years in charge, famed front three, as the Belgian skil- BELGRADE: Former European Cup The visitors had fallen behind kind of football we want to, but we nod in a dramatic injury-time winner. but took his chance on the big stage fully readjusted to volley home winners Red Star Belgrade held against the run of play in the 18th are winning and we'll take that." "It was a spectacular evening, we did what we needed to do," by powering home a pinpoint curling Robertson's miscued clearance. Carlo Ancelotti's Napoli to a cred- minute when winger Samuel While Pulisic spared Dortmund's said Icardi after his first goal of the season on his CL debut. cross from Andy Robertson to open And then Seven minutes from itable 0-0 draw Tuesday as the Grandsir forced the ball home in a blushes in Belgium on his 100th "This is exactly what the fans want to see," said Inter coach the scoring on the half-hour mark. time, Salah's slack pass was inter- Serbian club made their debut in the goalmouth scramble after good work appearance for the club, it was a bad Luciano Spalletti. Icardi scored a magnificent goal. The team had "I told him this is the best shape cepted and quickly fed into Neymar, Champions League group stage. from Radamel Falcao. night for Mario Goetze. a great game and really went for it in the end." Srikanth, Ashwini-Satwik start with win LOCAL EVENTS KULDEEP WINS DISTRICT CHAMPIONSHIP

PTI n CHANGZHOU and Chirag Shetty, who had won a Silver at the Commonwealth Games, ndian mixed doubles pairing of also lost 19-21, 20-22 to Goh V Shem ISatwiksairaj Rankireddy and and Tan Wee Kiong of Malaysia. Ashwini Ponnappa on Wednesday CWG Bronze medallists shocked Commonwealth Games Ponnappa and N Sikki Reddy also Silver medallists England's Marcus went down 10-21, 18-21 to Korean Indian women players celebrates after win IFT Ellis and Lauren Smith to enter the combination of Kim So Yeong and pre-quarterfinals of the $ 1 million Kong Hee Yong in women's doubles. China Open here. The mixed doubles match turned Indian Eves World No 25 Satwiksairaj and out to be a hard-fought battle right Ashwini, who had lost twice to the from the start as the Indian and English combination in the past, exe- English pair moved together till 4-4. beat Pak 4-0 cuted their plan well to notch up a 21- Satwik and Ashwini then reeled off 13, 20-22, 21-17 win in a match that four points to open up a 8-4 lead. PTI n NEW DELHI lasted an hour and three minutes. From there on, the duo kept its dis- "It was a good match. We were tance to grab the opening game with- ndian football team produced an pretty confident today at crucial out much ado. Iimpressive performance to beat moments. We struck to our plans so Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth plays a shot during World Championship PTI/File Picture In the second game, Marcus and Kuldeep Shankar remained undefeated to emerge champion in the Pakistan 4-0 in an AFC U-16 it became a little easy in the end," Lauren jumped to a 6-1 lead before 13th Lucknow District Open Chess Championship, concluded at Shivani Women's Championship Qualifier Satwik said. BAI DISTRIBUTES 1.6 CRORE TO STATE ASSOCIATION grabbing a 6 advantage at the break. Public School on Wednesday. Pawan Batham finished second while Anuj match in Ulan Bator, Mongolia, on Seventh seed K Srikanth, who The Indian pair however slowly Yadav and Arjun Singh settled for third and fourth places respective- Wednesday. had reached the quarterfinals last PNS n NEW DELHI distributed among the 32 state fought its way to level at 20-20 but the ly. All of them will now represent Lucknow in the state championship. Avika Singh (22nd minute) week at Japan Open, too was through associations with each receiving a English combination produced the Lucknow District Chess Sports Association president Sudhir Dubey gave opened the scoring for India before the to the pre-quarterfinals after beating he Badminton Association of India sum of ` 5 lakh for the development required two points to stay in the con- away the prizes. Pakistani goalie Ayesha (43rd) con- Denmark's Rasmus Gemke 21-9, T(BAI) has distributed cash incentive and promotion of the sport in the test. ceded an own goal just before half 21-19 to set up a meeting with of ` 1.6 crores to the member state grassroots level. In the decider, Satwik and GUNGUN EMERGES CHAMP time. Thailand's Suppanyu Avihingsanon. associations for development of the "This financial assistance to state Ashwin stepped up and surged to a Gungun Thakur defeated Simran NIgam 7-11, 11-5, 11-7 to win the Sunita Munda (82nd) added one However, H S Prannoy lost his sport across the country.The decision associations is the beginning of our 7-1 advantage. The duo led 11-5 at table tennis event of State-Level Games at KD Singh ‘Babu’ Stadium on while skipper Shilky Devi (88th) also first round match against eighth was taken on Monday during the vision of making all states self- the breather. After the break, Marcus Wednesdaqy. In the doubles event, Tasleem Bano and Simran beat Tanu entered her named in the score sheet. seed Ng Ka Long Angus of Hong Executive Council (EC) meeting, sustaining in the longer run. It will help and Lauren managed to narrow the Solanki and Kushi Sharma 11-7, 11-8, 11-8 to bag the title. In swim- Following the win, the Indian Kong 16-21, 12-21 to make an early presided over by BAI President them promote and develop badminton gap to 13-15 but the Indian duo ming event, VIdushi Sangwal bagged twin titles, winning 100m back- team is firmly seated at the top of the exit from the tournament. Himanta Biswa Sarma. in their region more assiduously," marched ahead to 18-13 and even- stroke and 200m individual medley. Addl director Basic Education Lalita Group B with six points from two The men's doubles pair of Satwik The cash incentives will be Sarma said. tually sealed the match. Pradeep gave away the prizes. matches. Sunita, Shilky and Avika com- bined well to wreak havoc in the oppo- sition defence but the Pakistani defenders soaked the pressure until the OSAKA ROARS INTO TOKYO QUARTERS 22nd minute when Avika notched up the opening goal for India. Sunita breezed past the left-back AFP n TOKYO set with a pair of thundering aces. abject performance from the Spanish "The first set was in my hands to deliver a low cross for Avika whose A dazed Cibulkova had no former world number one, who but I made some stupid mistakes," well-timed tap-in earned India the apan's Naomi Osaka pulverised answer to Osaka's firepower as the looked a shadow of the player who said Pliskova, who ended Gavrilova's lead. JSlovak Dominika Cibulkova 6-2, 6- world number seven wrapped up a captured the 2016 French Open resistance with a clever drop volley Pakistan were happy to sit back in 1 to reach the Pan Pacific Open quar- comfortable victory with a ferocious and 2017 Wimbledon titles. after two hours and 21 minutes. their own half and defend. Goalkeeper ter-finals on Wednesday in her first cross-court backhand after just 59 Riske advances to face fourth "I tried to stay positive and even Ayesha made some fine saves but she match since her historic US Open tri- minutes. seed Karolina Pliskova, another play- though I broke my racquet I tried to ended up conceding a goal in the 43rd umph. "I didn't really feel any pressure. er to have previously held the keep fighting because you always minute to hand India a 2-0 lead. The 20-year-old, who stunned It was really difficult because she's women's top ranking. have a chance." The third goal came in the 82nd Serena Williams to become Japan's such a great player but I just thought The Czech recovered from a set Second seed Caroline Garcia minute when Sunita, the architect of first grand slam singles champion it was more fun,” she said. down to beat Australia's Daria flirted with an early exit as the Avika's goal, got her name on the score earlier this month, fired down 10 aces "My serve was really good," Gavrilova 4-6, 6-4, 6-4 and avenge Frenchwoman overcame Russia's sheet. Six minutes later, skipper Shilky in a fearsome display of wham-bam added Japan's latest sporting celebri- her opponent's defeat of twin sister Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova 6-4, 2-6, latched on another attack from the tennis in Tokyo. ty. I'm just grateful to be able to play Kristyna earlier this week. 7-5 to reach the last eight of the pres- middle and kept her calm to score the Osaka came out firing and here again." But she made hard work of it, tigious Tokyo event, whose list of for- fourth goal of the game. ripped a fizzing forehand down the Earlier, sixth seed Garbine trashing a racquet in frustration as mer champions includes Martina India next play hosts Mongolia on line on the first point, the third seed Muguruza was upset by American she slipped behind 4-1 in the decid- Navratilova, Steffi Graf, Kimiko September 21. powering away to close out the first qualifier Alison Riske 6-1, 6-2 in an Naomi Osaka plays against Dominika Cibulkova during the second round match AP ing set before clawing her way back. Date and Martina Hingis. LUCKNOW | THURSDAY | SEPTEMBER 20, 2018 sport 16 India thump Pakistan by 8 wkts

Kumar, Kedar pick HARDIK SUSTAINS three wickets each BACK INJURY to restrict Pakistan to 162 runs

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ndia ticked all boxes as they Iclinically decimated Pakistan by eight wickets in a lopsided Asia Cup AP group league encounter on Hardik Pandya celebrates after taking wicket during fourth Test against England Wednesday. DUBAI: India all-rounder Hardik It was a superlative effort from Pandya was Wednesday the bowling unit that saw them shot stretchered off the field during the out Pakistan for a paltry 162 in 43.1 Asia Cup group league encounter Klusener backs Hardik overs before Rohit Sharma (52 off against Pakistan after sustaining 39 balls) and Shikhat Dhawan (46 an "acute lower back injury". off 54 balls) added 86 for the open- The incident took place in the 18th ing wicket to ensure a smooth chase over of the Pakistan innings when to match Stokes status for the ‘Men In Blue’ in only 29 the all-rounder was bowling his overs. fifth over. PTI n NEW DELHI a good team. This was India’s most compre- It was the fifth delivery and "For me, the glue for any team is hensive victory in terms of balls Pandya, after completing the game-changer in his hey-days, the seam bowling all-rounder remaining (126). follow through, immediately felt ASouth African all-rounder Lance because it gives you a lot more After a wake-up call against his lower back and lay on the Klusener foresees India's Hardik options. I think India have got the Hong Kong, the Pakistan match was ground in considerable pain. Pandya closing in on someone like right man. It's just that how he a near perfect performance for He was unable to get up and was Ben Stokes if the team management grows and develops himself. It's easy India as Bhuvneshwar Kumar (3/15 stretchered off and was taken for can be "patient" with him for the next to criticise but international cricket in 7 overs) and Kedar Jadhav (3/23 medical examination. two years at least. is tough out there. in 9 overs) were perfectly comple- "Hardik Pandya has an acute lower "Among current all-rounders in "I think Hardik should be given mented by Jasprit Bumrah (2/23 in back injury. He is able to stand at world cricket, Ben Stokes is right up space and allowed to grow. He is 7.1 overs) and Kuldeep Yadav (1/37 the moment and the medical team there. There are a few who have come going to be that glue for India for a in 8 overs). is assessing him now. Manish and gone in recent times as well but long time," the 47-year-old said. If Kuldeep’s googly to snuff out Pandey is on the field as his certainly, a guy like Pandya, give him Klusener is confident that in Babar Azam was the turning point, substitute," BCCI's media team a year or two at this level, there is no another two years, Pandya will be Kedar Jadhav’s unconventional side- updated. reason why he can't be one of the best ready in the next two years if he can arm off-breaks broke the lower Pandya's figures were 4.5-0-24-0 all-rounders out there," Klusener work on his weaknesses. middle-order as Pakistan never after Babar Azam's catch was said. Pandya scored 164 runs in eight recovered from the batting collapse. dropped by Mahendra Singh Klusener, who is in the city as innings in England and critics felt With the pressure of scoreboard Dhoni when the batsman was on senior Delhi team's consultant coach that at times he trusted his defensive virtually non-existent, Rohit and 32. for the Vijay Hazare Trophy, spoke technique too much. Dhawan showed why they are one Bhuvneshwar Kumar, left, celebrates after dismissing Imam-ul-Haq during the Asia Cup match between India and Pakistan; Kedar Jadhav Azam however was later about Pandya's all-round abilities Klusener thinks that someone of the most formidable opening pair celebrates after Shoaib Malik’s runout AP dismissed by Kuldeep Yadav. PTI which have come under the scanner with natural ability to hit the ball in white ball cricket. after his largely disappointing show should always try and play his nat- The eighth over from Usman in Super Four on September 23. removing the in-form duo of Imam in England. ural game unless he batting with Khan enabled India cut loose as Earlier Jadhav produced a laud- ul Haq (2) and Fakhar Zaman (0) "I think we must be careful someone of Virat Kohli's calibre at the Rohit first hooked him for a six able performance as he did the job to reduce them to 2 for 3. while making comparisons. other end. using the pace of the delivery and of a frontline spinner after Hardik Imam charged to a short of Everybody wants to compare Hardik "His defensive technique needs a followed it with a ‘Nataraja’ pull shot Pandya (0/24 in 4.5 overs) was length delivery that climbed on him to the great Kapil Dev. Hardik is his little bit of work but he is a natural for boundary and then short arm stretchered off the field due to an and the thickish outside edge was own cricketer. Of course, he has got striker of the ball. That needs to be pull in-front of the square for acute lower back injury. taken by Dhoni. Zaman, India’s tor- some learning to do. I guess Hardik's encouraged. We have seen faster another six. With 19 runs coming This was after young Babar mentor in the Champions Trophy, success will be based on how much scoring by Stokes at the bottom of the off that over, there was no looking Azam (47) and veteran Shoaib mistimed a pull-shot and he is able to learn," Klusener said. line-up. That makes a big difference. back for India. Malik (43) added 82 runs for the Yuzvendra Chahal took a well- The 1999 World Cup player of "Maybe Hardik needs to have the Rohit’s third six was a another third wicket and looked like taking judged catch. Babar and Malik the tournament said Pandya has a technique to defend when someone hook shot off Hasan Ali followed by control of the proceedings. then resurrected the innings with a fine support system to hone him. like Virat Kohli is batting at the other a drive through mid-off to complete However, Pakistan suffered a fine partnership. The half-volleys "I think he is in great hands in end. I am sure the Indian support his 35th half century in ODIs. He batting collapse losing five wickets on both sides of the wicket were dri- that Indian set-up. I think people just staff have identified that weakness. was fooled by a googly from Shadab for 36 runs before Faheem Ashraf ven with ferocity. Malik, who is a need to be a bit patient more patient The longer he plays, the longer he will Khan but by then India were on (21) and Mohammed Aamir (16) good player of spin bowling, gave with him. I hope he is allowed to be in that set-up and realise what a course for a comprehensive victo- added an invaluable 37 runs for the Kuldeep Yadav the charge to hit him grow and develop," said Klusener. great talent he is," Klusener said. ry. Ambati Rayudu and Dinesh eighth wicket to take the total past for a six and rotated the strike well. For someone, who boasts of a "And you can only take advan- Karthik both contributed 31 to take 150-run mark. In fact, Malik was dropped off highest score of 174 and bowling fig- tage of that great talent, if you give India past finish line with con- Put into bat, Pakistan were in Pandya’s bowling, whose agonies ures of 8/64 in Test cricket, Klusener yourself opportunity to get in (get summate ease. trouble straight away as increased when he had to leave the feels that it's a seam bowling all- set). That's one area he needs to pay The two teams will now meet Bhuvneshwar dealt a twin blow field. rounder, who makes the difference in a little bit of attention." SINGLES NADAL TO MISS ASIAN TOURNEYS RODRIGUES barcelona: I was never out of form: Dhawan World number one Rafael Nadal has announced his withdrawal from upcoming tournaments in Beijing and Shanghai due to the right knee injury that SHINES IN 1ST T20 forced him to retire from the US Open earlier this PTI n DUBAI to frustrate the more fancied month. Nadal had to pull out during his semi-final team. against Juan Martin del Potro in New York and also PTI n KATUNAYAKE uns weren't exactly flowing "We didn't expect for them missed Spain's Davis Cup defeat by France last Rfrom his bat before the hun- to score 170-run partnership but weekend. The 32-year-old said he visited doctors in emimah Rodrigues and Poonam dred in the Asia Cup opener they played well. We could have Barcelona on Monday and has subsequently made the JYadav produced special perfor- against Hong Kong, but Indian been more consistent in our decision to play neither the ATP 500 event in Beijing nor mances to fire India to a 13-run win batsman Shikhar Dhawan claims bowling but we have to give the Masters 1000 in Shanghai. "While the annoyances over Sri Lanka in the first T20 that he was never out of form. credit to their batsmen, the on my knee are nothing new, we have decided together International of the five-match series Dhawan scored 127 against openers played well. They were with my medical and technical team not to participate in here Wednesday. Hong Kong on Tuesday night as calculative, have to appreciate the Asian tour to recover the knee the way we have Teenager Rodrigues smashed 36 India won by 26 runs to make a that," he said. always done," Nadal said on Wednesday. "I'm sorry I off 15 balls in a whirlwind innings winning start in the tournament. "There wasn't much swing can't be with all the fans in China and with the that saw her becoming the first "It wasn't a question of or seam in the wicket and our organisers of the Beijing and Shanghai tournaments Indian woman to hit three sixes in an Poonam Yadav celebrates after taking wicket form, I was batting well but was- bowlers were coming after a that have always had a great relationship with me and over. n't getting runs. Great to get break. It takes time to get into my team." The 18-year-old alongside wick- 26 in four overs. runs also," the opener said after the rhythm as well. Bhuvi etkeeper Taniya Bhatia (46 off 35) and Radha Yadav and Harmanpreet notching up his 14th ODI hun- Shikhar Dhawan celebrates after scoring century against Hong Kong AP (Bhuvneshwar Kumar) was BHULLAR EYES SUCCESS IN JAPAN Anuja Patil (36 off 29) powered India Kaur too chipped in with the ball, tak- dred. coming back after a break and tokyo: India's Gaganjeet Bhullar will be eyeing his to 168 for eight in 20 overs. ing two wickets each. Eshani Dhawan did not get a sin- which were thoroughly exposed overshadow all the wins. Just Shardul (Thakur) hadn't played maiden success in Japan when he tees off at the Asia- Sri Lanka made a flying start in Lokusuriyage top-scored for Sri gle half century in his last eight in the recent tour of England as look at (Ambati) Rayudu, he was much in England," he reasoned. Pacific Open Golf Championship Diamond Cup which the chase through Yasoda Mendis (32 Lanka with 45 off 31 balls but her innings, during the Test series well. so good, and he was playing after On whether the possibility begins here on Thursday. Bhullar, who has had eight off 12) and Chamari Atapattu (27 off spirited effort did not prove to be against England. His recent Dhawan defended his team- such a long time. So, it's good," of an embarrassing loss ever Top-10s this season including a win in Fiji, is hoping to 22), racing to 39 in 2.5 overs before enough in the end. ODI form was also all about mates. he added referring to Rayudu's struck the team management on get his 10th Asian Tour win as he hopes to build on his the former was dismissed by The second T20 will be played in good starts which he failed to "We have won so many 60-run knock in India's total of Tuesday, Dhawan said that was fine form at the $ 1.35 million event sanctioned by the Arundhati Reddy. Colombo on Friday. convert into big knocks. series in the last four years and 285/7. never the case. Asian Tour and Japan Golf Tour Organization. Other Sri Lanka remained in the hunt The win over Hong Kong we have also lost some. We are What Dhawan could not "...We knew that once we get Indians in the field include Rashid Khan, who was 15th until leg-spinner Yadav's consistent BREIF SCORES was a rather hard-fought win for humans. The concern should explain was India letting Hong the top-order, we can come last week in South Korea; Ajeetesh Sandhu, whose only breakthroughs took the game away India: 168/8 in 20 overs (Tanya one of the tournament not be such that everything Kong put on an opening part- back into the game. They gave Asian Tour win has come in Japan; Chiragh Kumar; from them as they were 155 all out Bhatia 46, Jemimah Rodrigues 36) favourites and once again ques- else, all the good results are for- nership of 174 with Nizakat a decent fight. It's always good Rahil Gangjee, who earlier in the season won in Japan; in 19.3 overs. The 27-year-old from Sri Lanka: 155/10 (Poonam Yadav tions were raised about the gotten," he said. Khan (92) and rival skipper to learn from every match," he Take Solutions champion Viraj Madappa; Shiv Kapur; Agra ended with figures of four for 4/26) Indian middle-order's frailties, "Some failures should not Anshuman Rath (73) managing said. Arjun Atwal, the Asia captain at 2018 EurAsia Cup and amateur Jay Pandya. The 30-year-old Bhullar will be among the top contenders which include Scott Hend of Australia, Shugo Imahira, ranked 86th on the Official Eng recall Stokes, World Golf Ranking (OWGR). Shaw, Mavi shine in Vijay Hazare HI ANNOUNCES JOHAR CUP SQUAD Hales for SL tour new delhi: Hockey India on Wednesday named an 18- PTI n ALUR member junior men's team for the upcoming Sultan of MAVI'S HAT-TRICK IN VAIN AFP n LONDON Johor Cup to be held in Malaysia from October 6-13. rithvi Shaw, skipper Ajinkya Sheldon Jackson struck his The Indian team is scheduled to play five round-robin PRahane and Shreyas Iyer struck sixth List A hundred, overshad- en Stokes and Alex Hales matches against Malaysia, New Zealand, Japan, timely half centuries as Mumbai owing Shivam Mavi's hat-trick on Bwere named in England's Australia and Great Britain. It will play its opening match thrashed Baroda by nine wickets his Uttar Pradesh debut to guide one-day squad to tour Sri Lanka against host Malaysia on October 6. The top two teams in both the teams' opening game Saurashtra to a 25-run win in a on Wednesday despite being at the end of the round-robin matches will face each of Vijay Hazare Trophy here on Group B match of the Vijay Hazare charged with bringing cricket other in the final on October 13 whereas the remaining Wednesday. Trophy on Wednesday. into disrepute. four teams will play classification matches. The The two teams are placed in Jackson (107 off 108 balls) and The pair face a disciplinary tournament will be played in Johor Bahru. The team will Elite Group A for the National One Robin Uthappa (97 off 110) put up panel hearing in London in Ben Stokes, Alex Hales in a file photo be captained by Mandeep Mor, while Shilanand Lakra will shoulder the duties of vice-captain. Day Championships that kicked a mammoth 194-run opening December following a brawl off at multiple venues. stand to set the foundation for outside a nightclub in the south- match series. Stone, who has BHANWAL WINS SILVER AT WORLD C’SHIP Opting to bat, Baroda were Saurashtra's 303 for nine in 50 western city of Bristol in struggled with injury problems new delhi: Sajan Bhanwal became the first Indian to bundled out for a modest 238 in overs. September 2017. in recent years, has impressed win back-to-back medals at the Junior World Wrestling 49.5 overs with all-rounder Krunal Test specialists Cheteshwar Stokes, 27, was last month selectors with his consistent Championship after he secured a Silver in the 77kg Pandya top-scoring with 85 (8 Pujara (31) and Ravindra Jadeja cleared of affray following a performances this season. Greco Roman category in Trnava, Slovakia. Islam Opiev fours and 2 sixes). (14) didn't score too many runs. seven-day trial related to the The first ODI takes place in of Russia proved to be too good for the 20-year-old from Such was the dominance of Mavi, who ended up leaking incident. Hales, 29, was with his Dambulla on October 10. Mumbai's top order that they 73 runs in 10 overs, fought back England teammate during the a village near Sonipat, winning the bout through Mumbai opening batsman Prithvi Shaw in a file picture ENGLAND SQUAD technical superiority. The scoreline was 8-0. With Sajan chased the target without much towards the end of the innings to altercation but was not charged. down, Opiev went to work, scoring six additional points fuss in just 41.3 overs. After Shaw departed, the India five sixes. remove Chirag Jani, Arpit Warwickshire fast bowler Eoin Morgan (capt), Moeen from a pair of back-arches, followed by a feet over back Shaw (98), who missed a Test vice-captain in the company Iyer, who was ignored for the Vasavada and Jaydev Unadkat in Olly Stone, 24, has been called Ali, Jonny Bairstow, Jos Buttler exposure to take the 7-0 lead. The action was blown deserving hundred by a whisker, of Shreyas Iyer (56 not out) made ongoing Asia Cup, smashed five three balls to mark a memorable into the 16-man squad for the (wkt), Sam Curran, Tom dead, and both wrestlers were brought up to their feet. In and Rahane (79 not out) conjured opposition bowlers toil as the two fours and two hits over the fence. List A debut. first time as a replacement for Curran, Liam Dawson, Alex the standing position, Opeiv charged Sajan near the edge a 137-run first wicket stand. took their side home. Earlier, experienced Mumbai In the end, Mavi's five-wicket Yorkshire's Liam Plunkett. Hales, Liam Plunkett, Adil of the mat and picked up the match-ending eighth point, Rahane, who was struggling in While Rahane struck six pacer Dhawal Kulkarni returned haul was not enough as Uttar Plunkett, who is getting Rashid, Joe Root, Jason Roy, and the 77kg Gold medal, the report added. Agencies the Test series in England, was boundaries and a six, Shaw laced with figures of 4-39 and was ably Pradesh fell short of the target to married, will be available again Ben Stokes, Olly Stone, Chris back among runs. his innings with 12 boundaries and aided by Vijay Gohil (2-20). end at 278 all in 49.1 overs. for the last two ODIs of the five- Woakes, Mark Wood.