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Meanwhile, a delegation The next phase of the vac- Top News Report of Jamiat Ulema Welfare cination will start from 1st Foundation met the Lt JAMMU, Feb 27: For- March, 2021 to cover the Governor and projected ty-two travellers were third prioritized age group several issues pertaining among 97 new cases of persons above the age of to the welfare of Auqaf 60 years, and persons with of novel coronavirus employees, rehabilitation co-morbidities in the age reported in Jammu and of widows and other relat- group of 45-59 years. Kashmir even as no ed matters. He advised the States/ death due to the virus Top News Report on the Lieutenant Gover- of public importance of The Lt Governor gave UTs to ardently promote has been reported in the nor, Manoj Sinha here at Pattan area pertaining to SRINAGAR, Feb 27: Sev- a patient hearing to the COVID appropriate behav- last 24 hours, officials Raj Bhavan and projected augmentation of electricity eral delegations including demands and concerns put iour, improve the rate of said on Saturday. their issues and demands. and drinking water supply, former Minister, members forth by the members of testing especially in dis- Among the fresh infec- Former Minister, Imran strengthening of road net- of District Development the delegation and assured Top News Report Pradesh, Maharashtra, tricts that are falling short tions, they said, 24 were Raza Ansari met the Lt work and healthcare facili- Council and members that the issues projected by Punjab, Telangana, and of target quotas, increase from Jammu division Governor and apprised ties. JAMMU, Feb 27: The of Jamiat Ulema Welfare them would be looked West Bengal participated the share of RTPCR tests him about various issues Similarly, a delegation of Cabinet Secretary, Rajiv and 73 from Kashmir Foundation today called nTurn to page 9 in the meeting. viz-a-viz RATs, monitor Gauba, while chairing Valley, taking the overall While reviewing the situ- mutant strain for early a high-level meeting to case count to 126383. ation, the Cabinet Secre- hotspot identification, review the public health tary informed that India adopt refocused & strin- One person response to COVID-19 Sarita Chauhan chairs maiden BoDs meet of JKFDCL is witnessing a resurgence gent containment strategies asked all the States and Top News Report Rehana Batul; Managing Director, smooth transition to the newly cre- of COVID cases with an and undertake priority vac- killed in a Union Territories to close- JKFDCL, Vasu Yadav; members of ated entity was held in detail during average of 14,300 daily cination with provisions of JAMMU, Feb 27: The first meeting of ly monitor the trajectory road the Board besides representatives the meeting. cases, marking an approxi- geographically targeted Board of Directors (BoDs) of Jammu of COVID infections to of Finance, Rural Development and The Board approved the propos- mate 21% week-on-week vaccination in clusters wit- and Kashmir Forest Development prevent surge in cases and accident Industries & Commerce departments al to start e-auctions of timber on increase in the new cases. nessing a surge in COVID Corporation Limited (JKFDCL) was assiduously expedite vac- also participated in the meeting. pilot basis. This is a significant step The Cabinet Secretary cases. held under the chairmanship of Com- cination of priority groups JAMMU, Feb 27 The members of the Board delib- towards digitization of services which urged the States/UTs to The Chief Secretary, J&K, missioner Secretary, Forest, Ecology in accordance to the guide- (Agencies): A road erated on key administrative and will benefit the consumers in general, ensure a multi-sectoral informed that the Govern- & Environment Department, Sarita lines in this regard. accident happened financial issues involved in switcho- and timber traders in particular. response in addition to ment of Jammu and Kash- Chauhan. Chief Secretary, B V R at the Sidhra road on ver of business from erstwhile J&K The Board also discussed intro- swift vaccination drives to mir is conducting manda- The meeting was attended by Princi- Subrahmanyam along with Friday where a 38 State Forest Corporation (JKSFC) duction of Pay and Accounts Office prevent subsequent waves tory universal tests on year old man lost his pal Chief Conservator of Forests, Dr. to J&KFDCL besides roadmap for system Chief Secretaries of Chat- of infection especially in n n life. He was hit by a Mohit Gera; Secretary Tribal Affairs, Turn to page 9 tishgarh, Gujarat, Madhya Turn to page 9 car while crossing the roads. Mahajan Sabha According to sources, 61 Army personnel awarded gallantry, Fresh snowfall on Jammu he was 38 year old and to hold election belonged to Kargil. He distinguished service medals in J&K and Kashmir mountains left his wife and kids. on March 7 SRINAGAR, Feb 27 Fresh snowfall has The Administration UDHAMPUR, Feb 27 (Agen- something for the country and deployed ahead of the fence (Agencies): Rains in plains occurred in the hill stations is requested to encour- Top News Report cies): Commissioned into the when you get anything like that and we came together to scuttle and snowfall in higher of Gulmarg, Sonamarg and age safety measures army over a year before running (gallantry award) at an early the enemy”s attempt causing reaches of J&K occurred on Pahalgam. and give road crossing JAMMU: As already notified ear- into live action with infiltrating stage of your carrier, it is icing on heavy casualties on them,” the Saturday as the meteoro- Srinagar recorded 4.7 provisions at the acci- lier for information of the eligible terrorists along the Line of Con- the cake,” Captain Sharma said. officer said, without going into logical (MET) department degrees Celsius, Pahalgam dent spots on Sidhra voters, the election of the President trol (LoC) in Jammu and Kash- An alumnus of the Officers the details saying he was not forecast same weather con- 0.3 and Gulmarg minus road. Jammu Central Mahajan Sabha shall mir, Captain Rahul Sharma”s Training Academy (OTA) Chen- authorized to speak much on the ditions during the next 24 2.2 degrees Celsius as the be held at Mahajan Bhawan Shala- heroics have won him the pres- nai, Sharma said he was commis- matter. hours till Sunday. minimum temperature of Seven shops mar Road Jammu on Sunday the 7th tigious Sena Medal. sioned in the army in March 2019 He said it was a proud moment “Intermittent light to the day. gutted in March 2021 from 10: 30 AM to 3:00 The 25-year-old was among and “had a wonderful operation” for his parents who along with moderate rain in plains and Leh town of Ladakh had PM. the 61 army personnel who were the next year when the Indian his sister had joined the officer snow over higher reaches of 0.9, Kargil minus 3.8 and massive Four Candidates namely Jugal presented the gallantry and dis- Army foiled a major infiltration to share his joy on the occasion. J&K most likely to continue Drass minus 2 as the night’s Mahajan, Romesh Chander Gupta, tinguished service awards by bid cum Border Action Team The Army commander pre- today. Significant decrease lowest temperature. Ram Langar and Sham Langar are blaze in General Officer Commanding- (BAT) attack in Keran sector of sented two Bar to Sena Medals in rain/snow likely from Jammu city had 14.4, in the fray for the said post of Presi- in-Chief, Northern Command, north Kashmir”s Kupwara dis- (Gallantry) and 50 Sena Medals tomorrow onwards. Mata Vaishno Devi base dent Jammu Central Mahajan Sabha. Ramban Lt Gen Yogesh Kumar Joshi in trict. (Gallantry) to the brave soldiers “Hilly areas may receive town Katra had 12.2, Batote As decided in the meeting of Elec- a solemn investiture ceremony “It was a team achievement besides three Sena Medals (dis- snowfall up to one foot,” a 5.3, Banihal 5.4 and Bhad- JAMMU, Feb 27 tion Commission held today under here on Saturday. and this is a happy day for all of tinguished) and six Vishisht Seva statement issued Aby the erwah 5.6 as the minimum (Agencies): At least the chairmanship of Yash Paul “It is a soldier”s dream to do us, especially my unit. We were medals seven shops were Gupta and attended by Rattan Lal nTurn to page 9 MET office said. temperature. reduced to ashes in Gupta advocate and Shiv Pratap a massive blaze last Gupta members of the Election night in Gandhri Commission, the eligible voters Traffic remains suspended village of Ramban are requested to bring their photo Congress ‘getting weaker’, G-23 leaders district in Jammu divi- identity card and entry card to cast on Srinagar-Jammu sion, officials said. their vote. The entry card shall be meet in Jammu to ‘strengthen party’ officials saying the delivered to each eligible voter by highway for 2nd day fire broke out from one the office of the election commission of the shop at around well before the said date of election. SRINAGAR, Feb 27 sophisticated machines 11 pm on Friday and The Voters are also requested to (Agencies): Traffic on the to put through the traffic, engulfed other struc- come wearing masks and observe all 270-km-long Srinagar- he said adding continued tures in its vicinity. the Covid-19 norms, issued by the Jammu national highway, shooting stone are hamper- Reportedly, few gas government and also maintain social the only all-weather road ing the clearance opera- cylinders also explod- distancing. connecting Kashmir valley tion. It was heavily raining ed in the fire incident with the rest of the coun- between Banihal to Ramsu, leading to further try, remained suspended triggering more mud and damage. DAK seeks in- Deputy Commission- for the second consecutive landslides besides shooting er Ramban, Musar- home Covid-19 day on Saturday. stones. rat Zia said the loss Srinagar-Jammu national Once the road clearance assessment teams will highway was closed on operation will be complet- rush to the area for vaccination for Friday for weekly mainte- ed, traffic will be resumed, examination. nance and repair work. he said. He further said housebound JAMMU, Feb 27 (Agencies): and we have to strengthen the want to see it weakening as we Traffic could not be He said today Light Motor that there have been Senior Congress leaders Kapil party together,” Sibal said at the become older,” he said. restored Saturday morn- Vehicles (LMVs) were to demands for sanction- seniors Sibal and Anand Sharma on Sat- ‘Shanti Sammelan’ event here. Sibal and Sharma along with ing due to landslides and ply from Jammu to Sri- ing of additional fire urday stated that the G-23 or the Anand Sharma who addressed former Haryana Chief Minister shooting stones triggered nagar. LMVs had to cross tenders adding they SRINAGAR, Feb 27: With Covid- group of 23 dissenting leaders the ‘Shanti Sammelan’ said that Bhupinder Singh Hooda, Raj by rain at Penthyal and Nagrota Jammu between shall make an assess- 19 vaccination for senior citizens are seeing the Congress party “Congress has weakened in the Babbar and Vivek Tankha are Margooz on the highway, 0800 hrs to 1200 hrs and ment and project the starting from March 01, Doctors “getting weaker” and are raising last decade.” among other Congress leaders a traffic police official said. from Jakheni Udhampur demand soon. Association Kashmir (DAK) on Sat- their voice for the betterment of “Our voice is for the betterment who were present at the event He said heavy rain during between 0900 hrs to 1300 97 fresh covid-19 urday urged authorities in Jammu the party. of the party. It should be strength- organised by former Rajya Sabha the night triggered shoot- hrs. cases in J&K and Kashmir to vaccinate house- “The truth is that we see Con- ened everywhere once again. The MP Ghulam Nabi Azad. ing stones, landslides and Only stranded Heavy By Reader corre- bound elderly at home. gress party getting weak. That is new generation should connect Azad is the senior-most member mudslides. Motor Vehicles (HMVs) spondent on 6:09 pm “Many seniors are homebound why we have gathered here. We (to party). We have seen good among the 23 leaders, who had The National Highway between Nashree and February 27, 2021No and won’t be had gathered together earlier too days of Congress. We do not expressed Authority of India (NHAI) Ramban were to Comment. nTurn to page 9 nTurn to page 9 has pressed into service nTurn to page 9 Top News of J&K 2 OBITUARIES Jammu, Saturday, February 27, 2021 Top News of J&K Jammu, Saturday, February 27, 2021 STATE 3 China, Pakistan on back-foot LWWS stages play People should be apprised of today: Kuldeep Gupta “Fruit Striving” welfare schemes: Rekha Top News Report acknowledged. Though Indian Army is JAMMU, Feb 27: Lalded Women Welfare Society capable of giving befitting (LWWS) on Saturday staged the play namely “Fruit reply to every invasion, Striving”. but we still lost areas of Nukkad Play – Natu was a very hard worker, what he our motherland which are earns he use it very well to run his home. His friends still today under illegal were always trying to let him down in anyway but Natu occupation of China and didn’t bother much from their action and he ignored Pakistan, thanks to Con- them. His friende always jealous of him because he earn gress. Rahul Gandhi needs very well. Natu believe in God and let his all worries on to study history once again God, so that’s why God always help Natu. Natu didn’t as the Nation is still suffer- do anything wrong to any person in his life, and in return ing due to the sins of Con- God always with him. gress and his forefathers. Man can have nothing but what he strives for. The fruit And for all these sins, still of his striving will come soon into sight. Then he will be Top News Report given befitting replies to Congress fails to apologize rewarded with a full recompense. Hard work is the real mischief of China and Pak- to the Nation; instead he is wealth of a man. No can achieve success without dong JAMMU, Feb 27: Both istan, which was not earlier trying to put question on hard work. Hard work is the key to success. Hard work China and Pakistan are on always pays off. Hard work can turn sludge into gold. given by any Congress led the strong stance taken by party cadre with the par- tions to avail the benefits back-foot today due to the Hard work starts form where we stop looking for alterna- Top News Report government. the Nation and the Army ty’s programmes and poli- of schemes. strong policies of Prime tives. Hard work is the secret of success. Kuldeep Raj Gupta while today, which is pitiful, JAMMU, Feb 27: Jammu cies. The BJP leader said that Minister Narendra Modi, The performance was played by Paras, Eklove, Karan addressing the media said rued Kuldeep Raj Gupta. and Kashmir, Bharatiya She said that we should Modi government has said Former MoS, Pahari Ranja and Naveen Pal. that Pakistan and China Gupta also disclosed that Janata Party, Secretary, focus on constitution of done more than developed Speaking Board Kuldeep never proved to be as in his recent meeting with Rekha Mahajan, has booth level committees Western nations in tackling Raj Gupta, while address- trustworthy neighbours of the Defense Minister of stressed upon the party representing all sections Corona Virus and It is a ing media persons at party India. He said that due to India, he requested him to activists to apprise the of society, especially the matter of pride for India headquarter, Trikuta the mistakes of Congress, create 2nd defense line on people of various welfare women folk adding that that WHO and IMF have Nagar, Jammu. Pakistan came into exis- border by recruiting more schemes launched during proper booth management lauded the Modi govern- Accompanied by J&K tence and together with SPOs. He said that this the six years rule of BJP is very important for better ment for steps taken to deal BJP Office Secretary Tilak China it has always tried 2nd defense line will help under Prime Minister results in polls. with the pandemic. Bill and Raj Gupta and J&K BJP to capture areas of India to curtail the infiltration Narendra Modi. She was “Each one of us should Melinda Gates Foundation Media Secretary Dr. Pard- and given birth & pro- attempts from across the addressing a meeting of also devote time to educate has congratulated India for eep Mahotra, Kuldeep moted terrorism in India. borders as they are better BJP activists in Ward No. the people about welfare its efforts in distributing Raj Gupta attacked Rahul Both Pakistan and China aware of the topography 34 of Jammu West District. schemes aimed at socio- vaccine too, she added. Gandhi for his mislead- work against humanity of the area. This move will The meeting was organ- economic upliftment of Jammu and Kashmir BJP ing statements and said and do atrocities against also address the unem- ised under leadership the poor”, Rekha said and Executing Member & Dis- that Nation is empow- their own citizens, which ployment problem in the of BJP Janipur Mandal added that for the first time trict Seh Prabhari Shailja ered enough today under is worldwide known and region and will promote President Raveesh Mengi, in the history of India every Gupta, Election In-charge the leadership of and has peace in the area. wherein future pro- section has been covered (J&K BJP) Parduman Singh grammes were discussed under one scheme or the also addressed the meet- and discussions held on other by Narendra Modi ing. strengthening the party government. Prominent among those Month long Hawan culminates at Shiv temple Trikuta Nagar base at booth level. Rekha Mahajan asked the who attended the meet- Rekha Mahajan, who is party activists to compile ing included Rohit Gupta Lal Sharma along with other also Prabhari of Jammu details related to schemes (Mandal Vice-President), Pandits also participated. Partici- West District, said that the like Ujwala Yojna, Mudra Sanjay Bhat (Mandal pants prayed for welfare of the party has a healthy tradi- Yojna, Ujala Yojna, espe- General-Secretary), Amar people especially from Corona tion of organising pro- cially Ayushman Bharat Singh (District Publicity pandemic. grammes related to politi- Yojna ‘Sehat’ which will Secretary), Om Parkash, Head Pandit Chuni Lal Sharma cal activities and holding benefit all the residents of Paras Ram, Manjeet Singh, highlighting the significance organisational meetings J&K by providing health Sanjay Sehgal, Mukesh of the day said that Magha is with the motive of remain- cover up to Rs 5 lakh .She Kumar, Ashok Kumar, hailed as one of the most pious ing in contact with the asked the party activists Sunny, Sumit Singh and months in the Hindu calendar. public and updating the to help the targeted sec- others. It is dedicated to Lord Vishnu as well as Lord Shiva. And more importantly, this year, the Magh Purnima will concur with the Kumbh Mela festivities. Though Shiv Sena campaign to Top News Report es descend to take a holy dip at in the area including Vijay Vaid, the Shahi Snan will take place the confluence of Ganga, Yamuna Kamlesh, Pushpa, PR Kaphai, Lal from Maha Shivaratri day, devo- JAMMU, Feb 27: Though the and mythical Saraswati. Man Sharma, Nishu Dubey, Prati- tees shall take a dip in the holy setup Hindu Public Board entire Magh month of the Hindu It is believed that the Goddess ma Seth, Rama Gupta, Sharda Ganga and other sacred rivers on calendar is considered sacred and descended on earth on this date Mishra, Pankaj Garg, Geeta, Mrs the Purnima Tithi. Maha Shivar- fortunate there are some ‘Tithies’ as per the desire of Lord Vishnu. Vijay gupta, Girja and Rekha atri festival is dedicated to Lord (dates) which bear special signifi- In this regard, thirty days havan Ghai. Shiva and occurs on the Krishna cance. of sacred month of Magh culmi- A community Langar was also Paksha Chaturdashi of the Magha Bathing, offerings, prayers and nated today at Shiv Mandir Sector organized for devotees to mark month. fasting are all considered impor- 5 & 7 Trikuta Nagar Jammu in the occasion. The Hawan was Propitiating Lord Shiva on this tant on this day as it is believed presence of prominent persons solemnized by head Pandit Chuni day can remove your sins and that the Hindu gods and goddess- help attain salvation, he added. RSS chief advocacy of Akhand Bharat Dolwal conducts prayer another rhetorical: TMF ceremony for Syed Waqar tioneering at times have got exposed from Hussain Naqvi public perception. and Gurdwara Praband- the famous city of temples The statement is quite amusing when Top News Report Top News Report forgiveness of Waqar hak Committee, the Hindu , Jammu. policy of Hindu Rashterwad has since JAMMU, Feb 27: Jammu Sahib’s sins will be sought. Public Board should be Several senior party been pursued and various Hindu-Muslim JAMMU, Feb 27: In and Kashmir unit of Shiv Expressing solidarity with formed , which will work leaders, including state cards played to polarize voters and that Jammu and Kashmir Sena Bala Saheb Thacker- the families of the deceased, for the protection, respect president Manish Sahni, too much before electioneering propagan- prayers were offered for ay has appealed to all the da is to be begin. Saadat Dolwal Sahib said of temples, pilgrimage and had reached the protest Syed Waqar Hussain Saints, Mahants and Hindu Surprisingly RSS chief has started worry- that they will pray for the saints of Hindus. site today to support the Naqvi Ibn Molana Kamil organizations to unite for ing about Pakistan with the remarks that bereaved family in this Sahni said that he has Hussain and a meeting demands of Dharmarth Pakistan has since been in distress after hour, especially with the the upliftment of Sanatan met many saints and mah- was held during which trust employees. Partition which has been a foolish decision family of Rukhsana Naqvi Dharma and formation of ants including saint Shri prayers were offered for On this occasion Chair- added Mohan Bhagwat while advocating ji. Time is working to unite Hindu Public Board. Rajeshwaranand Ji Maha- the forgiveness of the man Rakesh Gupta, Gen- his Rhetorical of Akhand Bharat. the people for the unity of Party President UT , J&K raj, Swami Gangadhar Ji deceased and prayers for eral Secretary, Vikas The country is passing through crucial the people. He said that Manish Sahni said that Maharaj, Mahant Anup patience offered for the Bakshi and GI Singh, vice period of Pandemic and even rallies are the purpose of this prayer the formation of a Hindu Giri Ji for this noble cam- being held to woo the voter and in sup- deceased family. president Vikas Dewan meeting have in favor of an public board is essential for paign. A ray of hope has Top News Report port of BJP agenda of being in power all The ceremony was held and Sanjeev Kohli , Sec- honest and sincere person better maintenance of tem- started to appear from the over Akhand Bharat Rhetorical has been under the supervision of retary Balwant Singh and JAMMU, Feb 27: Reacting over the so that his soul could find ples, unanimous decision assurance received. Sahni thrown in the market as part of Agenda to Saadat Hussain Dolwal Advocacy of RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat peace and the grieving regarding Hindu festivals ensured that very soon, the Praveen Gupta, youth counteract those who pursued politics of Sahib. and religious functions. leader Rajesh Handa were of Akhand Bharat which is another Rhe- Partition in the country. family. May patience be Hindu Public Committee In this prayer meeting, The lines of Waqf Board present on the occasion. torical at the time of Election in 4 states BJP General Secretary on the eve of 20th bestowed upon him. will be inaugurated from &One UT in the country Vijay Sharma anniversary of Parliament’s resolution to chairman Team Mask Force (TMF) said liberate POJK in recently seems to have RSS chief statement comes at a time when lesser scope of wooing the poll results in All other Result oriented Rhetoricals have the South East than the Agenda of Akhand been tried on different occasions of elec- JU celebrates National Science Day Bharat. that a simple invitation card/infor- him for extension of his (VC) term, of Vice Chancellor, the sources Top News Report mation would have been sufficient which is expiring in a few months, informed that at the fag end of his enough to garner crowded audi- they added. tenure coming to close fast, VC is LG Mathur called upon by delegations at Raj Niwas JAMMU, Feb 27: In an effort to ence in function instead of issu- Slamming the VC for creating frantically trying to extract undue keep the Chief Guest, Dr. Jatinder units of JKDFC/ JKSFC procure Apricot Drying ing circular instructions enjoining favorable situation at the venue favour from Dr. Jatinder Singh for Top News Report Singh, Union Govt MOS in good upon faculty members to obtain by ordering forced presence in his term extension, they added Ladakh considering the Machine from Turkey and LEH, Feb 27: The Lieuten- humour, Vice Chancellor of Jammu “leave for absence” for not attend- the event , the sources pointed out saying that eversince 2018, the unavoidable circumstances Apricot oil processing and University has invented a weird ant Governor of Ladakh, ing the event, which is unheard of that VC is perhaps trying to create incumbent VC kept yawning dis- that have adversely affect- packaging machine from ploy to ensure forced presence of and absurd as if the Varsity faculty poor impression about Dr. Jatinder tance from Dr. Jatinder Singh false- R K Mathur was called ed the tourism business in Mumbai to enable him to crowd in the program of National members are small school children, Singh and his towering personality ly complaining about interference upon by a delegation led Ladakh. start the business. Mr Zakir Science Day 2021 on Sunday, 28th they flayed. being a local national leader from of the former in his functioning by by Skarma Tsering Delex, Zakir Hussain Zaidi, also requested the Lt. Gov- Feb in University premises. Forgetting that faculty members Jammu, who is the man of masses the latter (MOS) in the contractual President All Ladakh Hotel Managing Director, ernor to organise Ladakh Referring to a Circular instruc- of University are virtually his col- and carries huge spontaneous and permanent recruitment in the tions issued by Registrar at the and Guest House Asso- Halman Apricot Ladakh Entrepreneurs meet with leagues and an unwarranted act acceptability as a leader amongst of University, they added. ciation Leh at Raj Niwas instance of Vice Chancellor, JU of displaying over ambitiousness people here, they clamored, saying Flaying the Vice Chancellor to from Kargil called upon the Confederation of dated 25.2 21, the sources informed to ensure their forced presence, that a popular son of the soil does cite any such instant whereby leave today. the Lt. Governor to apprise Indian Industry (CII). The delegation made a that staff and students from the sources questioned “does the Vice not need forced audience when to be sought by the faculty mem- about the progress of his LG Mathur heard their university will obviously be Chancellor want to show that people pine to listen him them- bers for remaining absent from request to the Lt. Gover- entrepreneurial venture requests and assured them inquisitive and very keen to attend either he has lost control over his selves of their own, for which the the event, the sources said saying nor for the restructuring of with apricot and Pash- to take up the issues with the function for listening their own faculty members or very eager to VC seems to be ignorant of being further that University shall not loan accounts with addi- mina. He made a request the concerned authority for son of the soil who is National please Chief Guest in an extraordi- a local person , they rued. be able to pull out any such order tional funding for stressed for financial assistance to due consideration. leader, they pointed out, adding nary manner to extract favour from Exposing the hypocritical attitude from its dead files, they said. Top News of J&K 4 OP-ED Jammu, Saturday, February 27, 2021 EDITORIAL Farmers protests finds going tough By Dr Satish Misra ing Khalistanis even while maintain- CASTEISM IN INDIAN UESTIONS are numerous. ing the pretense of negotiations. There is a galore of doubts as Breaking out of violence on the POLITICS well as apprehensions about Republic Day during a tractor rally Q that had been permitted by the Delhi aste system is a predominant fea- the little over three months old farm- ers protests against the three farm police on designated routes when a ture of the social structure in India. It laws enacted by the Modi government group of farmers diverted from the Cis an inscriptive system of status and in September last year with experts permitted route was a serious setback hierarchy. It is pervasive and all embracing and seasoned observers expressing to the movement. and controls and defines all social, economic contrarian view on the movement. Meanwhile, the government has not and political relationships for the individual. A group of experts including media made any more offer of talks and the In India caste identity and solidari- columnists having a soft corner for impasse continues resulting in protests ties are the primary channels through Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his disappearing from news headlines and which electoral and political support is government are saying that already a media coverage reducing. Absence of fragile unity of purpose among differ- breaking news about the agitation has mobilized within the political system. ent leaders of the farm unions is crack- led to different interpretations with The caste plank is used more extensively in ing up as divisions and difference of laws. On 25 November after a series an hold on the implementation of the some predicting the beginning of rural areas and the political parties find it easier opinion among them are growing, of protests farmers from Punjab and three laws and formed a committee to the end of protests. Development is to mobilize support directly from the members On the other hand, there are number Haryana decided to move their pro- recommend to suggest changes if any being interpreted by interested parties of a caste community by appealing to them. of political observers, who hold the tests to Delhi so that powerful Modi were required in the three acts. which enjoy tacit official support that The present political System encourages saffron party responsible for many government takes note of their griev- International support to farmers the government is winning the battle of the current problems faced by the ances and give a Delhi chalo (March agitation began to pour in unsettling and the three acts are going to stay. the use of caste as a means of mustering to Delhi) call. the government which was deploy- county, are asserting that farmers pro- Bu the reality is totally different as support as well as a means to enable the BJP led state government in Haryana ing all means to derail the agitation tests are spreading to different parts farmer leaders are travelling to dif- illiterate and politically ignorant masses of tried its best to stop famers marching and break the resolve of the protest- adversely impacting the image of the ferent parts of the country to hold India to participate in the modern demo- towards Delhi as it dug up ditches on ing farmers even while it was talking BJP and it Prime Minister Narendra public meetings and rallies to spread cratic process where the caste structure the road and used force to stop them to unions. Ministers, BJP leaders and Modi. awareness among people at large and but the state government could not party spokespersons began to raise provides one of the most important orga- Therefore a dispassionate look at the farmers in particular. Farmer Union break their resolve. Denied permis- accusing fingers at the protesting lead- nizational clusters in which the popula- ongoing movement and the Modi gov- leaders are of the view that there is sion to enter Delhi, farmers decided to ers suggesting that they were being tion is bound to live, politics must-strive ernment’s handling of it is required, no point in crowing the venues at the start their protests at the border check supported by Khalistanis and other to organize through such a structure. Farmers have been demanding the Delhi borders where symbolic pres- points on Haryana and Uttar Pradesh terrorist groups. withdrawal of three acts enacted by ence is enough. There is greater need Politics finds material for its articula- borders setting their camps. However, the famers and their lead- the Modi government in September to keep the flame of protests burning tion by drawing the caste system into its It was only on 28 November, Union ers did not get provoked and the agi- without much discussion either in the and therefore it is crucial to undertake web and moulding it into its own design. Home Minister Amit Shah offered tation continued in a peaceful manner two houses of parliament or were put tours across the country. Caste by making politics their sphere to scrutiny by a select committee which to hold talks with farmers provided which evoked the images of Gandhian Reports coming from parts of West- of activity asserts their identity. Politi- could have recommended amendment Delhi borders were vacated and the protests during freedom struggle, On ern Uttar Pradesh where the BJP lead- cians mobilize caste groupings and iden- to the three bill after a detailed discus- protest site was moved to protest site 20 January, the government proposed ers are undertaking mass contact pro- sion and consultations with the stake- in Burari which was turned down suspension of the three laws for a tities in order to organize their power. grammes reveal that opposition to the holders before they were put before by protesting leaders. In turn, they period of 18 months and setting up of In the context of interactions between ruling party at the Centre as well as the two houses for approval. demanded permission for moving to a joint committee to discuss the three caste and politics Rajni Kothari has pointed in UP is growing on ground. ‘BJP go Absence of a time-tested mechanism Janata Mantar in central Delhi- a kilo- legislations, Farmer rejected the gov- out three major aspects of caste system. back’ posters have been reported from and the rush with which the govern- meter away from Parliament which ernment’s offer and demanded scrap- The political behaviour of the people of the some areas. ment went ahead enacting the laws was rejected by the Delhi police. ping of the three laws. members of different political parties and of the enraged famers unions and their lead- In between negotiations between the The government, that was convinced Battle between the government and members of the government is caste oriented. ers across the country. A majority of government and farmers union con- of the utility of the enacted laws was the farmers is continuing and seems Their attitudes and values are caste based. famers unions asked rather appealed tinued resulting in the first round of determined from the very begin- to be long. Farmers know that only a People of a caste vote embolic for a to the central government to recon- talks between the two sides in which ning not to concede the core demand crushing political defeat in elections candidate of the same of different caste sider these acts. When the government leaders of 35 farm unions participated. of scrapping of the three laws, had can make the Prime Minister bow did not respond to appeals then these Talks remained inconclusive. adopted a delaying tactics with the before the will of the people and they either in pursuance of the decision of the Even while several rounds of talks view of tiring out the protesters and are working at that. Who wins at last caste panchayat or of a meeting of caste unions announced their protests. On 5 November, more than 200 farm between the government and the discrediting the movement for playing is yet unpredictable? members or even without a formal deci- unions from 22 states organized a unions were continuing, the issue into the hands of the inimical groups Adverse verdict in U.P will be a sion. Even when they do not vote en nation-wide road blockade against the went to the Supreme Court and it put operating from the foreign soil includ- deciding factor. bloc, they prefer a candidate of their own caste to other candidates irrespective of the merits or demerits of the candidates. The selection of the candidates for a con- Can’t Let Covid Pandemic Overshadow stituency is based on whether he will be able to get the support of a particular caste or castes. Even the caste of those recommend- ing a candidate plays an important role. Silent Tsunami Of Cancer When a single caste is not likely to be Dr Sharmila Agarwal research may include the spar- ing and utilization of precious effective alliance are formed on caste basis HE term cancer brings Although thousands have died from the Covid-19 virus, deaths resources so that more patient by the candidates or by the voters: Even thoughts of disappoint- can be treated and the institutes the office bearers of a party are appoint- ment, heartbreak and due to cancer are five times higher in India doing such activity may be grant- T ed special incentives. ed on the basis of caste to please a caste success but irrespective of the group in the party and in the constituency. vivid memories, mixed feelings The sustained positive health of elation to sadness come into awareness right from schooling If the caste candidate happens to belongs the minds of many individuals to their homes by print or digital to the caste in majority having large voters and families. These are so many media will bring a positive attitu- it is presumed that he will be selected Bravehearts who have fought dinal change which will not only because of his association with such a caste. regardless along with their care help in cancer control but also providers, they are the true heroes promote health through physi- Bihar occupies the first position where in day-to-day life, their journey is cal and mental well-being. caste basis predominates over its politics. filled with ups and downs which This year 2020 has been disrup- The recent politics in Bihar is articulated are heart-wrenching at times. tive on all fronts and made each in terms of the backward vs the forward. Globally the numbers of cancer one of us think and work in dif- patients are increasing, the trends ferent ways. The global particu- In Kerala also caste considerations have can be easily picked up and larly Indian health infrastructure played an important role. It is generally held have been classified depending worked brilliantly and above the that four major groups are contending for a upon age, population, incomes expectations, the strength of our dominant place in the political life of the states; and geography. International health and medical research was Agency for Research on Cancer, clearly demonstrated in manufac- Nairs, Ezhavas, Christians and Muslims. an important wing of the World turing and rolling out the vaccine Ezhavas number 26.4 percent followed Health Organisation, collates a predominantly rural country cervix, mouth and throat. treatment of cancer near home. for its vulnerable population and data across the world. In their and is reflected in the patterns On a similar note, in India at The out-of-pocket expenses are even exporting it to other coun- by Christians with 21.17 percent, Mus- of cancer distribution. There is present extensive screening for still high even for the patients lims number 19.5 percent and Nairs with recent publication, they pub- tries, similar strength may be lished their findings which are a clear divide between the urban cervical or oral cancer may be dif- who have health insurance, used for eliminating certain anti- 12.5 percent. Each of them dominates a thought-provoking, and it sug- and rural type and a number of ficult but simple visual inspection The government insurance virus induced cancers like cervix particular region of Kerala. Malabar area gests that in India, there are 13 cancers, like in females, cervix of the cervix or mouth by health scheme has brought relief to cancer, oropharyngeal cancers. is exclusively dominated by Muslims, the lakh new cancers patients added cancer is prominent in a rural worker has proven to save lives, the poor, but for the middle or One of the quickest ways to area, but breast cancer prevails even teaching the women for salaried class who pay their due Christians dominate Ernakulam and Kot- each year and worst more than 50 bring this scourge of cancer into per cent will die in the same year in urban registries. self-breast examination may help taxes, the benefit is not reaching control is to make this a notifiable tayam districts, Nairs from the dominant because they are in advanced The changing urbanisation is in catching the disease at early and there is still suffering. disease and to improve literacy community in Trivandrum district and stages. There is heterogeneity in changing this in terms of number stages resulting in improved cure On similar lines, though the rates. This will help in corrective Ezhavas are particularly strong in palghat. the incidence of cancer in India and type of cancer. India being a rates. laws have been enacted against action in terms of time-bound signatory to WHO call of Sustain- Another major challenge in the uses of tobacco, the imple- In Andhra Pradesh caste politics is reflect- itself, with Mizoram reporting planning and deliver the treat- more than double the national able Development Goal (SDG), India is the poor and crumbling mentation is challenging and dif- ment on time. ed the Kammas and Reddys. The impor- average cancer patients per lakh so within the next 10 years, the public health infrastructure, ficult too and hence the desirable The Covid pandemic has caused tant castes in the state are the Brahwmins, population. target is to reduce mortality though the health planners are outcomes are delayed or are not an enormous sudden tsunami of the Reddys, the Kammas the Harijans, the There are several reasons for by nearly one-third across the attempting to augment the medi- materializing. Another way to deaths across India. non-communicable disease and cal colleges or regional cancer reduce the cost is to widen the net Velamas, the Rajus and the Kapus, Reddys this silent tsunami that can be The deaths attributable to well understood, like population cancer is one of the leading causes centres. Cancer treatments are of essential drugs used in cancer, cancer are five times more every and the Kammas are politically dominant explosion, containment of the along with heart disease. On a long-haul treatments compara- therapy and waiver of customs year which are unfortunately qui- and numerically strongest in the state. communicable disease, longev- positive note, awareness, digita- tively and the treatment facili- duties on radiotherapy machines etly brushed aside. In other states like Karnataka the battle ity and changing lifestyle. On lization and improving literacy ties are concentrated in urban/ i.e., linear accelerator. We have to rise above to deal rates have also contributed to the semi-urban areas making access Apart from the cancer preven- is mainly between two dominant castes individual basis habits, tobacco, with this silent tsunami collec- alcohol not only increases the increasing number albeit tempo- in the rural population difficult tion strategies and treatment of tively across geography and Lingayats and Okkliga. In Maharashtra the risks of cancer but also predis- rarily but more importantly, this and at times the valid reason cancer, there should be sustain- income because it affects every- caste politics is played amongst three main poses to other non-communicable will help in catching the cancers for incomplete treatment. It is able integrated cancer research one. castes Marathas. Brahmins and Maha. In diseases like hypertension, heart early. The first focused approach imperative that health planners for optimal outcomes i.e., improv- (The author is director, depart- should include tackling the lead- need to increase and strengthen ing the cure rates and quality of Punjab the conflict is one of religious com- diseases etc. The general envi- ment of radiotherapy, Jaslok ronmental pollution also con- ing common cancers in India the capacity of trained manpower life. Hospital and Research Centre. munities not of caste the Hindus and Sikhs. tributes to this problem. India is which originate at the breast, and facilities so as to bring the Another dimension of this Views expressed are personal) Top News of J&K Jammu, Saturday, February 27, 2021 NATIONAL 5 CHANDRA SHEKAR AZAD’S 90TH DEATH ANNIVERSARY As Rahul enjoys ‘Refreshing’ politics of the South, Here’s how Freedom Fighter Chandra is Congress bracing for a jolt from the North? NEW DELHI, Feb 27 (Agencies): Gandhi and her son’s inability While the leaders gathering in tions that any possibility of his re- As Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to revive the Congress party as Jammu to join Azad’s ‘homecom- nomination to Parliament’s Upper Shekhar gained the title ‘Azad’ tours the south, basking in the a credible electoral alternative to ing’ told Outlook that they had House had been quashed by Sonia “refreshing” politics of the region, Narendra Modi’s BJP. “no intention” to embarrass the and Rahul has only deepened the N this day in 1932, Azad lost his Grand Old Party is on the edge Rahul’s recent comment in Kerala Congress and its top leadership, fissures between the coterie sur- his life in a face-off with British over a possible jolt coming in from about the “refreshing” politics of they conceded that “nothing had rounding the Nehru-Gandhi Opolice in Alfred Park in Alla- the country’s northern-most state, southern India has been lapped changed for the better in the party” family and the letter writers. habad. After single-handedly fighting Jammu & Kashmir, over the week- up by the BJP which has criticized since the letter-controversy and Azad, on his part, has made no the police for a long time with just a end. At least six Congress lead- the former Congress president of Sonia’s subsequent assurance to public statement indicating his pistol and a few cartridges, Azad shot ers – Bhupinder Hooda, Anand trying to create a “north-south them of urgent course correction. views on speculations that the himself in the head with the one bullet Sharma, Kapil Sibal and Manish divide”. Congress leaders Kapil “The election for Congress presi- Congress leadership did not want left in his gun, thus fulfilling his vow of Tewari, among them – will be join- Sibal and Anand Sharma, both dent was put off till June using the him returning to Parliament or on dying as a free man and not as a British ing former Leader of Opposition vocal critics of their party’s cur- bogey of the upcoming Assembly the rumoured heartburn among captive. (Rajya Sabha), Ghulam Nabi Azad, rent state of affairs, have expressed polls… there’s no clear strategy or the reform-seekers over the Chandra Shekhar was born on July over the weekend in Jammu during their reservations against Rahul’s election plan tailor-made for each appointment of senior leader Mal- 23, 1906, in Bhavra village of Madhya his maiden return to his home state statement. Congress sources say of the poll-bound states; instead likarjun Kharge as the new Leader Pradesh. Deeply affected by the Jallian- since retiring from Parliament. there is considerable resentment we are fending off attacks created of Opposition in the Rajya instead wala Bagh Massacre that took place in The coming together of the lead- within the party – not limited to over a callously made remark (by of elevating Anand Sharma to the 1919, he was filled with hatred against and wrote, “Remembering the fearless ers, all part of a group of 23 Con- letter writers like Azad, Sibal or Rahul) on the difference in politics post. Azad has maintained that he the colonial rulers and he dreamt of free- gress veterans who had sought Sharma – over the disproportion- between north and south India,” will continue to be a Congressman ing India from British Raj. revolutionary freedom fighter #Chan- drashekharAzad on his death anni- wide-ranging intra-party reforms ately high reliance that the Way- one of the leaders who arrived in and will join the BJP or any other As a young 14-year-old boy, he was eight months back, has triggered anad MP has begun placing on Jammu to join Azad told said on party only when Kashmir receives immensely inspired by the non-coopera- versary today. An exceptional leader and a true patriot, Azad motivated another round of unease within party colleagues from the south- condition of anonymity. “black snowfall” but this hasn’t tion movement led by Mahatma Gandhi. the party, a day after the Election ern states like Mallikarjun Kharge The leaders’ solidarity for Azad, stopped his detractors from repeat- After joining the movement and being and inspired many to join the freedom movement. His supreme sacrifice for Commission announced the sched- and KC Venugopal. His lopsided too, is being viewed within a sec- edly alluding to a possible collu- arrested by the police, he was presented ule for crucial Assembly polls in public outreach – extensive tours tion of the party as “an act of defi- sion between the letter-writers and before a magistrate where he declared our motherland will always be remem- bered.” Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam, West in poll-bound Tamil Nadu and ance”, say Congress sources. Nar- the BJP. his name to be ‘Azad’, his father’s name Bengal and Pondicherry. Confi- Kerala against fleeting visits to endra Modi’s flambouyant praise Leaders close to Azad acknowl- as ‘Swatantra’, and his residence as Union Minister of Law and Justice, Ravi Shankar Prasad also paid his trib- dantes of the Nehru-Gandhi family Assam and Bengal – too has come and tearful adieu that marked the edge that the party treated him ‘prison’. Since then, the title of “Azad” have been left wondering if the in for scrutiny by a section of party high point of Azad’s farewell from shabbily but maintain that the has stuck with his name. ute to Azad via his Twitter account. “My tribute to the great freedom fighter Shri simmering discontent among the leaders who have been left won- Rajya Sabha last month as opposed show of solidarity in Jammu Vice President of India M Venkaiah reform-seekers may, once again, dering whether Rahul has given to the perfunctory tributes that the “must not be construed as a show Naidu took to Twitter to remember the #ChandrashekharAzad Ji on his death anniversary.” erupt into another scathing salvo up on the idea of reviving the Con- Jammu leader received from his of strength against the leadership freedom fighter on his death anniversary against interim party chief Sonia gress elsewhere in the country. party colleagues amid specula- by us”.

PM Modi pushes for ‘vocal for local’ Police officer ASSEMBLY ELECTIONS 2021 dies by suicide mantra as he inaugurates India toy fair after shooting NEW DELHI, Feb 27 (Agencies): self with 4 states, 1 UT, 18 crore “Our relation with toys is as old as the civilisation itself. and our temples service pistol NEW DELHI, Feb 27 stand testimony to the rich culture voters - The race begins (Agencies): In a shock- of toymaking in India,” he also said, ing incident, an assis- NEW DELHI, Feb 27 adding, “Our temples stand testimo- tant sub-inspector (ASI) (Agencies): The election ny to the rich culture of toymaking of Delhi Police alleg- commission on Friday in India.” edly shot himself dead announced that voting for Prime Minister Narendra Modi on in a PCR van while he five assembly elections Saturday inaugurated the India Toy was on duty at Zakhira will begin on March 27, Fair via video conferencing. During flyover in west Delhi with West Bengal set to the event, PM Modi interacted with hold eight-phase polls and PM Modi also raised concerns about on Saturday morning, toymakers from various parts of the Assam three. Counting for the popularity of imported toys and RAVIDAS officials said. country and said, making toys is not all the seats will be held on said that India’s heritage of artists Officials further just a business opportunity, “but a May 2. have been ignored over the last 70 added that the officer way to strengthen the centuries-old PM Modi, VP Naidu pay In 2016, BJP had won years. used his service pistol big success in a state where polls. only 64 of the 824 seats in tradition of the country.” He further said “the imported toys to commit the act. The it has been a political and Amid a perception that tributes to poet-saint the fray. It has little to lose “Our relation with toys is as old as brought external thoughts with them. ASI has been identified cultural outlier and where Congress’s alliance with this time. For Congress, the civilisation itself. and our temples We will have to change this situation as Tej Pal (55). every election since Inde- the Jamaat-backed Wel- it’s a matter of survival, stand testimony to the rich culture together and be more vocal for local.” Ravidas He was attached with pendence has been won by fare Party failed and in the Delhi Police’s Police but regional parties are the of toymaking in India,” he also said, National toy action plan has been NEW DELHI, Feb 27 (Agen- left or left-of-centre parties. fact annoyed its base, the Control Room (PCR) ones to watch out for. adding, “Our temples stand testimo- launched to make toymaking compet- cies): Prime Minister Narendra At stake is not only the party has been struggling unit, officials said West Bengal ny to the rich culture of toymaking itive and make India more self-reliant, Modi paid tributes to saint-poet Bengal assembly - whoever to settle internal equations. adding that he was a Some see this as the in India.” PM Modi also said, adding,”states Ravidas on the occasion of his wins this round may have Assam resident of Rajnagar in most significant of the “We used to develop toys which will have equal participation in devel- birth anniversary on Saturday. a distinct advantage in the BJP won an unexpected Ghaziabad. state polls, given the high- helped in all-round development opment of toy clusters.” Modi said the saint’s teachings 2024 general elections as victory in Assam in D According to authori- octane and often-violent of a child,” said the prime minister The fair will be held from February and messages about goodwill and well. 2016 and is hoping to con- ties no suicide note was contest between Trinamool while interacting with the toymakers. 27 to March 2, 2021. It aims to bring compassion continue to inspire Tamil Nadu solidate its hold in a state found from the spot Congress chief Mamata “Toys imbibed with Indian thought together all stakeholders including the people of the country. “My Often seen as a swing that was long a Congress and the police were Bannerjee and the BJP. helped our children get imbued in buyers, sellers, students, teachers, humble tributes to him (Saint state, it offers the best stronghold. informed of the inci- Banerjee could be fighting our values,” he also said. designers etc on a virtual platform Ravidas) on his birth anniver- prospects for Congress to Regional parties like AGP dent at 7 am on Satur- the toughest election of halt erosion in its electoral are the other contenders. He also highlighted how toys help to create sustainable linkages and sary),” the prime minister tweet- day. her political career, having fortunes as a junior partner Congress will miss the late children develop scientific tempera- encourage dialogue for the overall ed. Vice President M Venkaiah The ASI allegedly made it a “daughter-of-the- of DMK. Tarun Gogoi, on whom ment. “These toys help them under- development of the industry. Naidu also paid his tributes to shot himself in the soil” versus “outsiders” Kerala the Centre has conferred stand concepts like rotation etc in Over 1000 exhibitors from across the poet-saint. Naidu showered chest, a senior police battle. Somewhat unexpect- a Padma Bhushan. But its practical aspect,” he said. 30 states and union territories will praise on the saint for his teach- display their products in e-commerce officer said. He was A win will make her a edly, after having lost alliance with Badruddin PM Modi also appealed to toymak- ings that sought to strengthen enabled virtual exhibition. It will rushed to ABG hospital hero for anti-BJP politics, vote ground to Congress Ajmal’s AUDF can prevent ers to make toys that are beneficial societal unity. showcase traditional Indian toys as by the PCR van driver vastly enhancing her stat- in the Lok Sabha election, division of Muslim votes, to ecology and psychology. He also “My humble tributes to great well as modern toys including elec- where he was declared ure not only in Bengal but the LDF seems back in the and BJP will be confronted urged toymakers to minimise the use poet-saint Guru Ravidas Ji on his tronic toys, plush toys, puzzles and brought dead, the offi- nationally. reckoning following strong with a strong demographic of plastics in toys and use recyclable Jayanti today. games. cer added. A win for the BJP will be a results in the local body challenge. materials. RS 1.50 LAKH & SEX Dehradun to Delhi in 2 hrs India reports 16,488 Covid-19 cases, Maharashtra woman gives 113 deaths; tally over 11.07 million by 2024: Nitin Gadkari NEW DELHI, Feb 27 ministry’s data showed at to over 10.76 million and (Agencies): India reported 8am. On Friday morning, the national recovery rate ‘supari’ to kill lover 16,488 cases of the coronavi- there were 16,577 Covid- is 97.14%, data showed. rus disease (Covid-19) and 19 and 120 people had Ahead of the second NAGPUR, Feb 27 (Agen- 113 related deaths in the succumbed to the viral phase of the government’s cies): A 20-year-old last 24 hours, marginally disease across the country. vaccination drive from woman has been arrested lower than Friday, accord- The number of active cases March, 14,242,547 people for planning her lover’s ing to the Union ministry has gone up to 159,590. have been inoculated murder, by promising to of health and family wel- With 12,771 patients of the against the coronavirus dis- pay the assailant Rs 1.50 fare on Saturday morning. coronavirus disease recov- ease so far. The first phase lakh and have sex with him The country’s tally stands ering between Friday and of the country’s mammoth after the murder. It’s learnt Gujar had mur- at 11,079,979 and the death Saturday morning, India’s vaccination drive started Victim Chandu Mahapur, dered the victim by first toll to 156,938, the health recovery tally has gone up on January 16. who was married but was smashing his head and in a relationship with the then slitting his throat. He woman, was killed on Feb- then hurled the body down ruary 25. 200 feet into an abandoned Man sentenced to life imprisonment Hassled by her married crusher mine at Salaimend- HARIDWAR, Feb 27 The Dehradun-Delhi way, Roorkee-Chutmal- lover objecting to her get- ha on February 25. (Agencies): Union road, expressway will be 210 pur four-lane, Haridwar- ting married, the 20-year- Mahapur, who had a transport and highways km long, and the estimated Dehradun four-lane and for raping minor daughter in UP old woman of Mahapur minister Nitin Gandkari cost of the project is around Muzaffarnagar-Haridwar monetary dispute with LUCKNOW , Feb 27 February 3, 2018. The Siddharth Anand said. plotted to get him mur- on Friday announced a six- Rs 13,000 crore. Gadkari bridge across the escape Gujar, had been lured by (Agencies): In a shock- case came to light after An FIR was registered dered. She hired Bharat the assailant to accompa- lane express highway eco- also dedicated four major canal in Haridwar. Gujar, who is the victim’s ing incident, a Protection his wife accused him of on the basis of a complaint ny him to consume liquor. nomic corridor between highway projects to the He also laid the founda- friend, and also a distant of Children from Sexual regularly beating and from the victim’s mother Later, Gujar took him to Delhi and Dehradun via public ahead of the Kumbh tion of three NH projects relative, by offering cash Offences (POCSO) court molesting his daughter. at the Karvi police station. Salaimendha to bump him Haridwar that will reduce Mela and virtually laid the in the state, including a Rs 1.5 lakh and sex. in Uttar Pradesh’s Chi- However, the minor’s Additional District and off. A CCTV footage of the the travel time. He said foundation stone for three one-km-long tunnel and Gujar was arrested by trakoot, sentenced a man mother was unaware that Sessions Judge (POCSO) two on a bike had to the once the work on this eco- other mega highway proj- a bridge in Rudraprayag, local crime branch team of to life imprisonment on her husband had raped Pradeep Kumar Mishra detection of the murder. nomic corridor is complet- ects in the state at the VIP and launched the works rural police under senior Friday after he was found her daughter. She learnt also slapped a fine of Rs Rural police team has ed in 2024, the travel time ghat in Haridwar. on NH-309 in Almora and inspector Anil Jittewar on guilty of raping his minor of the crime only after her 1.05 lakh on the convict arrested the woman, her between Delhi and Deh- NH projects that have NH-119 in Pauri Garhwal. Friday before he could get daughter. minor daughter informed and ordered that half the parents and Gujar for radun would be reduced been dedicated to the The total cost of all these anything for the brutal The man reportedly court that her father raped amount would be given to plotting and executing the to around two hours from public are Muzaffarnagar- projects is estimated to be murder of Mahapur. committed the crime on her, prosecution officer the victim and her mother. murder. around 5 hours at present. Haridwar four-lane high- Rs 5,400 crore. Top News of J&K 6 ENTERTAINMENT Jammu, Saturday, February 27, 2021 Ajay Devgn to start shooting for Alia #BigStory: Will ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’, ‘Bhoot Bhatt starrer Gangubai Kathiawadi Police’, ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2’, ‘Atrangi Re’ get delayed? MUMBAI, Feb 27 (Agen- films have announced that cies): Alia Bhatt was quite they are coming on a par- gung-ho that Sanjay Leela ticular date this year itself. Bhansali had finalised A portion of their work is the release date of their still pending and that will upcoming film ‘Gangubai be completed, but what if Kathiawadi’ to be July 30. the theatres in Maharashtra Ranveer Singh, in his inimi- shut down again? So where table style, announced that is the question of having ‘83’ will be arriving in the- even a 50 per cent occu- atres on June 4. Several pancy? Even the filmmak- other Bollywood actors ers, who have announced displayed the same enthu- their dates, know this. So siasm when announcing yeah, the dates which are the release dates of their being announced are just MUMBAI, Feb 27 (Agen- the ‘Tanhaji’ star will be ten by S Hussain Zaidi, respective films which blocked-dates for now and cies): Bollywood actor Ajay seen playing a significant the film showcases the rise were stuck in limbo for the not release-dates per se. Devgn, who is speculated role in this stem-winding of a girl named Gangubai past one year due to the There is, once again, a lot of to play a significant role story and will join the Kothewali, a brothel owner ongoing pandemic and the uncertainty and it is doubt- in Alia Bhatt-starrer ‘Gan- ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’ and matriarch from Kathi- resulting lockdown. ‘Bhool ful that the producers will gubai Kathiawadi’, is con- team tomorrow at a grand awad who had no choice Bhulaiyaa 2’ (November adhere to the dates.” firmed to join the shoot set which has been created but to embrace the ways of 19), ‘Bhoot Police’ (Sep- ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2’ from Saturday (February in Mumbai. destiny and swing it in her tember 10), ‘Jhund’ (June director, Anees Bazmee, 27). The film, which sees Ajay favour. 18), ‘Atrangi Re’ (August who is in Manali where The recent teaser launch Devgn and Alia working The project, which marks 6), ‘Anek’ (September 17), their films, sacrificing the “It is unlikely that all the Shibasish Sarkar reaffirms, he is shooting in minus Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s together, also celebrates the first collaboration ‘Maidaan’ (October 15) and collections from Maha- films scheduled so far for “We are coming with ‘’83’ 19 degrees celsius, says, powerful big-screen char- the reunion of the superstar between Bhansali and many other films have now rashtra? Will filmmakers 2021 will arrive on time”. on June 4, even if the seat- “I am finishing my film acter of Gangubai, por- and Sanjay Leela Bhansali Alia, will also see Bhansali all been slated for a release depend on the vaccinated However, exhibitor ing capacity in theatres here in the snow but yes, trayed by Alia Bhatt, has after 22 years. Their earlier Productions collaborating this year. But will these audiences (individuals Akshaye Rathi is confident does not exceed 50 per honestly, nothing can be created massive buzz and outing was the iconic ‘Hum with Jayantilal Gada’s Pen announcements hold? The aged 60-plus and 45-plus that the intensification cent.” said, hamare haath mein much anticipation for the Dil De Chuke Sanam’. India Limited. The movie Covid outbreak is showing with comorbidities) to gen- of the vaccination drive However, trade analyst kuch bhi nahin hai (noth- film. After much specula- Based on the book ‘Mafia is scheduled to hit the big no signs of abetting yet. In erate enough revenue such will resolve the imbroglio Taran Adarsh points out, ing is in our hands). It will tion, it is confirmed that Queens of Mumbai’ writ- screens on July 30, 2021. fact, the number of cases is that they still get a good to some extent. “But just “Two things are happen- all depend on how many on the rise in B-Town’s cap- percentage profit over the the increase in vaccina- ing here. Firstly, there is a outlets remain open on the ital, Mumbai, and Maha- cost they have incurred tion shots will not iron fear and the public might dates that we have planned rashtra CM Uddhav Thac- in making the film? These out everything. Restrict- be apprehensive of visit- to showcase our films, and Did you know Kareena Kapoor keray has issued a warning two big questions, which ing businesses any further ing cinema halls. Secondly, I hope that all goes well. of yet another lockdown or we strongly suspect could is, however, not the solu- the exhibitors are bleed- We are all working with a strict restrictions that will lead to the announced tion. We must open up. ing. So, if films release as prayer in our hearts.” was named Siddhima to rhyme be imposed in case the sit- dates being pushed, are The interest rates in the per the plan that has been Worse is that if the films uation does not improve. the premise of this week’s films which have not been put forth now, the busi- that have blocked the Doesn’t this mean that we #BigStory. released will go up and ness will slowly but surely release dates get post- with cousin Riddhima? still have a long way to go Manoj Desai, the owner the losses in Bollywood come back. Look at how poned, there will be more before theatres can run to of Gaiety, Galaxy, and will only mount. Like the the Tamil and Telugu mar- clashes at the box-office a 100 per cent occupancy? Maratha Mandir theatres, South markets are booming kets have soared back in when theatres finally open While it is true that the reveals, “The produc- again, our Akshay Kumar action. But yes, for now, up. And, for all you know, private sector is being ers and distributors are and Salman Khan, too, have the filmmakers are block- films might start landing roped in by the government already pressurising us to a large fan base and can get ing dates so that someone largely on OTT platforms to boost the immunisation sign on terms and condi- the audience back. I won’t else doesn’t take them again. A source aptly sums drive, let us not forget that tions which would benefit look at it pessimistically by away. These dates have it up, saying, “The bugle of even they would be starting only them”. And what are saying that the production been announced keeping optimism has been sound- by first vaccinating those in they demanding? Desai houses who have declared the global market in view, ed. But the fact is that the the 60-plus bracket, or the claims that some produc- the dates will postpone it. but Maharashtra cannot be status is fluid. Being hope- ones in the 45-plus bracket ers have asked theatre I see the films coming on ignored.” ful is one thing and being if they have comorbidities. owners to shell out 65 per time. If only we understand Endorsing Adarsh’s view- practical is another. Lekin Considering that theatres cent of the revenue col- how to strike the balance point of blocked-dates, haan, ummeed par hi toh are frequented largely by a lected in the first week, of taking precautions and leading financier Naren- duniya kayyam hai na? younger crowd, one won- followed by 60 and 55 per moving the wheels of the dra Hirawat (‘Pink’, ‘Dear (Isn’t it hope that makes ders if the youth is ready cent in the second and third economy, I see no reason Zindagi’, ‘Tubelight’) tells the world go round?)” Just to risk their health to flock weeks respectively. “Ear- why any spanner can come ETimes, “What you have like the producer of ‘Bhoot to the theatres. lier, we shared 50 per cent in the way of the release asked me is a very timely Police’, Ramesh Taurani, So, are the filmmakers in in the first week, followed dates of 2021,” he insists. question. The state of MUMBAI, Feb 27 (Agen- inspired by the names of and mother wanted some tells ETimes, “Koshish toh question really going to go by 45 and 40 per cent,” he ‘’83’ producer, CEO of affairs in the last five days cies): Kareena Kapoor Riddhi and Siddhi, who funny names for both of karenge (We shall try)”! ahead with the release of informs, quickly adding, Reliance Entertainment, has been scary again. Many and Saif Ali Khan didn’t are the two wives of Lord us, so its Lolo and Bebo change the name of their Ganpati. and there’s no real mean- son Taimur despite facing While Neetu went ahead ing. It kind of rhymes. Lolo harsh criticism online. naming her daughter Rid- means loli, in Sindhi they “PROUD OF YOU”: Kalki, Khushi, Mandana, Alanna support However, did you know dhima, Babita opted to say meethi loli (Sindhi Kareena was herself named change her daughter’s sweet roti), so hers came Siddhima by her grandfa- name from Siddhima to from there, mine just hap- Anurag Kashyap’s daughter Aaliyah for calling out online haters ther Raj Kapoor and nick- Kareena. pened,” Kareena had said named Bebo by her father Babita was reportedly on a chat show where she hypocrites. They love to post, Kalki Koechlin com- Randhir Kapoor?’ reading Leo Tolstoy’s book appeared with designer pretend that they’re on a mented: “Proud of you for Kareena was born on Anna Karenina while she Manish Malhotra. moral high ground but in sharing this” while Khushi September 21, 1980 during was pregnant with Karee- Kareena welcomed her reality, they are the ones Kapoor wrote: “I love you. the Ganpati festival. Her na and went on to name second son with Saif this promoting the rape culture I’m proud of you.” Alanna cousin Riddhima Kapoor her after the title of the month and is yet to decide that exists. Panday dropped clap icons Sahni, daughter of Rishi book, with a slight change on a name. She had said They are the same men in the comments section Kapoor and Neetu, was in the pronunciation and on her show What Women that are fine with follow- and Mandana Karimi’s born six days before on spelling. Want, “After the whole ing me and consuming the comment read: “Proud September 15 in the same Meanwhile, it was Karee- controversy of Taimur, content I post yet choose of you.” Alaviaa Jaffrey, year. Several news reports na’s father Randhir Kapoor both Saif and me have to harass me. If you truly daughter of actor Javed Jaf- point out that late super- who nicknamed her Bebo, not even thought about it. disagree with what I post, frey, left blue heart icons in star Raj Kapoor named just to rhyme with her elder We’re like going to leave it you are free to unfollow her comment. his two granddaughters sister Karisma Kapoor’s last minute and then spring me. Nothing I do or post Earlier this month, Riddhima and Siddhima, nickname Lolo. “My father a surprise.” is an invitation for sexual Aaliyah, who is Anurag assault. Kashyap’s daughter with So, instead of policing his former wife Aarti Bajaj, Sohail Khan to Rakhi Sawant: ‘If you women how to dress or shared a video on her You- how to act, we should Tube channel, in which unteach men the predatory need anything, just call me directly’ MUMBAI, Feb 27 (Agen- gusting comments” over aged man.” she talked about dealing behavior that has been so cies): Filmmaker Anurag her pictures in lingerie She added: “The double with social media negativ- MUMBAI, Feb 27 (Agen- normalized in our society. Kashyap’s daughter Aali- and talked about the online standard is that many ity, being related to Bol- cies): Several Bollywood This is my body, my life yah has been trending on harassment women face on of the people who have lywood, battling mental and television celebrities and I chose what I want to social media for calling out social media. She wrote: harassed me, along with health issues and her rela- have come forward in do with it.” support of Rakhi Sawant online haters who have “The past few weeks have many other women, are tionship. Reacting to Aaliyah’s whose mother Jaya Sawant sent her “vile, disgusting been really hard on my is currently undergoing comments” for posting mental health. Ever since I treatment for cancer. Now pictures of herself in linge- posted a photo of me in lin- Sohail Khan has shared a rie. After Aaliyah shared a gerie, I have been getting ‘Hrithik Roshan at Mumbai police office message for the Bigg Boss lengthy note on Instagram the most vile, degrading 14 finalist, asking her to about being slut-shamed and disgusting comments. call him directly if she to record statement in fake e-mails case needs something. along with the screenshots I have never felt more MUMBAI, Feb 27 (Agen- In a video message for of rape threats and offen- frightened than I have in Rakhi, Sohail says in Hindi, sive comments that she the past few weeks to the cies): Actor Hrithik Roshan her mother at the hospital May God help you pros- today arrived at the office “Rakhi my dear, if you and after Bigg Boss 14 came per more. God is with you. has been receiving, actress point where I considered your mummy need any- to an end. She recently May all your desires come Kalki Koechlin, who was deleting my Instagram. of the Mumbai Police Com- thing, call me directly. I recorded a video message true.)” Rakhi had walked previously married to I have tried to ignore the missioner to record his have never met your mom of her mother, where the away from Bigg Boss 14 Anurag Kashyap, Man- harassment and shrug statement with the Crime but I know you. If you elderly lady can be seen with a portion of the prize dana Karimi and Aaliyah’s it off but the truth is that Branch in connection with are a strong person and I thanking Salman Khan and money amounting to Rs 14 friends Khushi Kapoor and we need to speak about his 2016 complaint that wonder, how much strong Sohail for their help. lakh. Her first post after her Alanna Panday supported it because these kinds of someone impersonating your mother must be. I Blessing the Khan broth- exit, was on her mother, him had been sending wish her a speedy recovery her for standing up against comments contribute to the ers, Jaya says from the “Please pray for mom, she mails to actor Kangana and just be the daughter online harassment. Khushi rape culture that affects all hospital bed in Hindi, is undergoing cancer treat- Ranaut using a bogus mail like you are and everything “Salman, Sohail thank you. ment.” Kapoor is the daughter of women in India (and the id. will fall in place. If you As you can see my chemo- Recently, Kashmera Shah filmmaker Boney Kapoor rest of the world) in one need anything, just call me therapy is going on. I am and Sambhavna Seth also and sister of actress Janhvi way or the other. I have In 2016, Mr Roshan had denied having any rela- Later, Mr Roshan filed directly. I’ll see you soon in the hospital now. There accompanied her to the while Alanna Panday is the grown up with these kinds sent a legal notice to Ms tionship with the national a complaint alleging that and I will talk to her when- are two more sessions to hospital to see her mother. cousin of actress Ananya. of comments to the point Ranaut - his co-star in Kites award-winning actress. He someone impersonat- ever she is well enough. All happen after which I will They have assured her In her post, Aaliyah where it culminated into and Krrish-3 - following a had also claimed that Ms ing him had been send- the best. Take care.” be operated upon. May ‘emotional and financial Kashyap slammed online me being sexually assault- spat over her referring to Ranaut had sent him hun- ing emails to Ms Ranaut Rakhi has been visiting you stay hale and hearty. support’. haters for sending her “dis- ed as a minor by a middle him as “silly ex”. He had dreds of absurd emails. between 2013 and 2014. Top News of J&K Jammu, Saturday, February 27, 2021 INTERNATIONAL / STATE 7 NCC Day Annual Training Camp organised at Baramulla after 20 years ‘Dilapidated condition of Pull Doda Beoli road’ Top News Report now resumed under the very bad. A dust storm Top News Report Languishing project, but arises as the vehicles ply, DODA, Feb 27: PDP given the pace of work, and as it rains, the road BARAMULLA, Feb 27: A Nation- District President Doda it looks like it will take turns into a swamp. al Cadet Corps Day Annual Train- Shahab-ul-Haque Butt years, not months, to Passengers travel on ing Camp (ATC) was organized expressed concern over complete. cross roads with their by 3 Jammu & Kashmir Batallion the dilapidated condition He said that the renova- lives at risk. He said NCC, Baramulla from 23 to 27 Feb of 11 km road from Pull tion work from PullDoda that schools are being 2021 in Baramulla Army Camp. Doda to Dak Bangla Doda to Dak Bangla Doda has reopened from March 1 This camp was organized under and Sah Mohalla to Beoli- been going on at a very and hundreds of school the aegis of Jammu Kashmir & Doda and the renovation slow pace for the last children travel on this Ladakh Directorate NCC, Group and repair work. several months and since road to reach schools. Headquarters, Srinagar with assis- In a press release issued then the traffic on this Looking at the condition tance of the “Dagger Division”. here, he said that people road has been stopped. of the road, it is not dif- This is a unique feat for Baram- were facing severe dif- People from Kishtwar, ficult to estimate how ulla as the NCC Camp is being held ficulties due to undue Bhaderwah, Bhilesa and many difficulties and there after a gap of 20 years. This is the Camp. The Cadets of the area went basic training like Physical Deputy GOC, Baramulla Division delay in road renovation other areas have to travel troubles the students will second camp in the valley post the around Baramulla were earlier Training, Drill, Weapon Training, visited the camp on 27 Feb 2021 work but the concerned to Doda via Gunpat face. He demanded that successful conduct of NCC Camp deprived of regular NCC training. Firing, Map Reading and groom- where he was given a Guard of authorities did not care Bridge, which is causing renovation work on this at Uri in Oct 2020. The Camp has enabled smooth ing to instill confidence. Honour by the cadets. about it and they were them lot of difficulties section of the road should As many as 30 (Senior/Junior training and made cadets eligible To commemorate the Golden Thereafter, he inspected the train- found lacking. and the distance has been be started immediately Division) NCC cadets partici- for NCC B & C certificates exami- Jubilee of 1971 Indo-Pak War, ing norms being followed in the Butt said that Rs. 150 extended as well. and it should be com- pated from Schools and Colleges nation as also bring in them the activities like Quiz, Painting & Camp. Deputy GOC Dagger Divi- million was sanctioned to Only one or two pleted as soon as possible of Baramulla, Sopore, Haigam & confidence of attending day camp showcasing of patriotic movies sion gave a motivational talk & improve the dilapidated machines and a few labor- so that the students and Delina alongwith one ANO and in Baramulla after a long gap of were also conducted. interacted with cadets over a cup condition of this road and ers can be seen working other people traveling on supporting staff from Baramulla 20 years. The cadets were exposed to lec- of tea. its renovation work was on the four-and-a-half- this road get some relief. Division. Block Medical Officer Baramulla tures by decorated army officers He also felicitated meritorious started 3 years ago under kilometer road. Renova- He said that in case of In these difficult times, when no had conducted Rapid Antigen Test and guest speakers. cadets. The Camp was a huge suc- CRF but after some time tion work of the second any untoward accident schools and colleges are function- and gave rigorous training while Road safety aspects & Swatch cess in these difficult times and the work was stopped. part of the road from Sah on this road, it would be ing in totality, NCC came forward strictly adhering to various precau- Bharat Abhiyan was also covered paved way as to how the activities The condition of this Mohalla to Beoli has not the responsibility of the in clearing and paving way for tion guidelines against COVID-19 during the camp. are to be conducted in the back- road is at its worst. been started yet while the concerned authorities and undertaking vigorous activities in to the cadets. The cadets under- Brigadier Prashant Halgeri, drop of COVID 19 pandemic. Work on the road has condition of this road is administration. Farmers’ Stir: UN criticises Centre for Job fair organised by 8 Sect RR Top News Report jobs comprised of aware- ness talk, Schedule of free police action against journalists, activists KUPWARA, Feb 27: courses offered for youth Army camp, Gujjarpatti including registration UNITED NATIONS, Feb must be seen in the context under the aegis of HQ cum counselling based on 27 (Agencies): Express- of India’s democratic ethos 8 Sect RR organised Job their skill and academic ing hope for an “equitable and polity and the Minis- Fair for Youth of Lolab, qualification. The event solution” to the farmers’ try of External Affairs said Kupwara and felicitation will ensure 100% place- “crisis”, UN human rights that some vested interest of NGOs on the occasion ment of the youth on suc- chief Michelle Bachelet said groups have tried to mobil- of World NGO Day. cessfully completing the the farmers’ protests high- ise international support Various NGOs like course thereby providing light the need for govern- against the country. Himayat, Food Craft Insti- employment opportuni- ments to consult all stake- “Before rushing to com- tute Jammu and REACHA ties to the remote and far holders before introducing ment on such matters, we ‘ were felicitated for their off area of Lolab. The local any new legislations. would urge that the facts be outstanding contribu- youths and civil admin- Bachelet made the com- ascertained, and a proper tion towards community istration appreciated the ments while updating the understanding of the issues development and eradica- efforts of the NGO teams UN Human Rights Coun- at hand be undertaken,” it tion of Social Stigma by and the Indian army for cil on recent human rights ing three Farm Acts is to concerned.” said earlier this month. Col Rajkumar Mahajan, their selfless service and issues in more than 50 enable farmers to realise “I trust that ongoing dia- In her speech, Bachelet Commanding officer, 28 contributions for the over- countries, including China, better price for their pro- logue efforts by both sides said, “Charges of sedition RR Bn. A token of appre- all development of kash- Pakistan and Russia. Bach- duce and enhance their will lead to an equitable against journalists and ciation for their contribu- ies like SDM Lolab, Dist other dignitaries. The miri people. They aspired elet also criticised the income. It will particularly solution to this crisis that activists for reporting or tion in the valley was pre- Social Welfare Officer event witnessed by around that similar opportunities Centre for police action benefit small farmers and respects the rights of all,” commenting on the pro- sented in the attendance of Kupwara, Team Himayat 250 unemployed youth will be made available in against journalists and offer more choices to those she added. tests, and attempts to curb various Civilian dignitar- state head, DSP Lolab and of Lolab aspiring to get the near future. protesters and claimed that farmers who opt for them. Thousands of farmers freedom of expression on charges of sedition being “The Government has have been camping at sev- social media, are disturbing levelled against journalists shown utmost respect for eral Delhi border points departures from essential who are covering the pro- protests by farmers and has since November last year, human rights principles.” Former president Trump continues to be tests “are disturbing depar- remained engaged in dia- demanding the govern- She also said the UNHRC tures from essential human logue with them to address ment to repeal three farm was monitoring the situa- a force to be reckoned with, CPAC shows rights principles”. their concerns,” Pandey laws and provide them tion in Jammu and Kash- Reacting sharply to her said in his National State- with a legal guarantee of mir, where restrictions on ASHINGTON, Feb 27 (Agencies): A conference dedicated to was rigged against him. remarks, Ambassador ment. minimum support price communications continued the future of the conservative movement turned into an ode to “Donald J. Trump ain’t going anywhere,” said Texas Sen. Ted Indra Mani Pandey, Per- In her statement, Bach- (MSP) for their crops. to be a concern. Donald Trump as speakers declared their fealty to the former Cruz, one of several potential 2024 presidential contenders who manent Representative of elet said, “In India, contin- Multiple rounds of talks Ambassador Pandey president and attendees posed for selfies with a golden statue spoke at the event, being held this year in Orlando to bypass India, reiterated the Cen- ued protests by hundreds between the government said that the constitutional of his likeness. COVID-19 restrictions. Trump on Sunday will be making his tre’s stance on the new of thousands of farmers and farmer unions have changes in the status of As the Republican Party grapples with deep divisions over first post-presidential appearance at the conference, and aides farm laws and said the highlight the importance of not been able to resolve the Jammu and Kashmir made the extent to which they should embrace Trump after losing the say he will use the speech to reassert his power. The program legislations aim to double ensuring laws and policies deadlock. by Parliament in August White House and both chambers of Congress, those gathered underscored the split raging within the GOP, as many establish- famers’ income by 2024. are based on meaningful India has emphasised 2019 were a historic deci- at the annual Conservative Political Action Conference Friday ment voices argue the party must move on from Trump to win “The purpose of enact- consultations with those that the protests by farmers sion. made clear they are not ready to move on from the former presi- back the suburban voters who abandoned them in November, dent — or from his baseless charges that the November election putting President Joe Biden in the White House. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman responsible Haryana woman, under 34: ‘Winter Olympics part of China’s ‘communist Indian American Arora for journalist Khashoggi’s death: US Report propaganda campaign’: Nikki Haley Khashoggi had visited the Akanksha running for UN chief WASHINGTON, Feb 27 Saudi consulate in Turkey TORONTO, Feb 27 (Agencies): Accusing China planning to pick up docu- (Agencies): Arora Akank- of “horrific” human rights ments needed for his wed- sha, a 34-year-old staff abuses, some top Repub- ding. Once inside, he died member who works as an lican leaders, including at the hands of more than audit coordinator for the Indian American Nikki a dozen Saudi security and United Nations Develop- Haley, have demanded intelligence officials and ment Program (UNDP), that the US boycott the 2022 others who had assembled has announced her can- Winter Olympics in Beijing ahead of his arrival. didacy for UN secretary- Surveillance cameras had and called on the Interna- WASHINGTON, Feb responsibility amounted general and is set to be the tracked his route and those tional Olympic Committee 27 (Agencies): Saudi Ara- to an extraordinary rebuke only candidate running of his alleged killers in Born in the northern to select a new site for the Committee (IOC) to select China and to a country bia’s crown prince likely of the ambitious 35-year- against incumbent António Istanbul in the hours lead- state of Haryana, Akank- event. a new site for the 2022 that respects basic human approved an operation old crown prince and was Guterres. Although she has ing up to his killing. sha moved with her family The White House, how- Winter Olympics. rights,” he said. to kill or capture a US- likely to set the tone for no national backing for her A Turkish bug planted at to Saudi Arabia when she ever, said that no decision Haley said that “we need “I request your imme- based journalist inside the the new administration’s candidacy yet, Akanksha the consulate reportedly was six years old. She stud- has been taken yet on the to stand up to China, and diate attention and the Saudi consulate in Istan- relationship with a coun- launched her grass-roots captured the sound of a ied at York University in demands of the leaders. we need to do it now. That’s opportunity to meet with bul, according to a newly try President Joe Biden has campaign called UNOW forensic saw, operated by Toronto, Canada, where It is no secret that China why I’m asking you to join you to discuss the horrific declassified US intelligence criticised but which the on Twitter and other social a Saudi colonel who was she received a bachelor’s wants to use the Winter me and sign our petition human rights atrocities report released on Friday White House also regards media platforms on Febru- also a forensics expert, dis- degree in administrative Olympics as part of its calling on President Biden occurring across Commu- that could escalate pressure in some contexts as a stra- ary 9. membering Khashoggi’s studies. She also has a “massive communist to boycott the 2022 Winter nist China and the effort on the Biden administra- tegic partner. Akanksha said that her body within an hour of his master’s degree in public propaganda campaign”, Olympics in China”. to select a new site for tion to hold the kingdom The report was released opponent Guterres has entering the building. The administration from Haley, a former US ambas- claim it as further proof of the 2022 Winter Olympics accountable for a murder one day after a later- failed as the secretary gen- whereabouts of his remains Columbia University. sador to the UN, said on China’s good global stand- Games,” Scott said. that drew bipartisan and than-usual courtesy call eral of the United Nations. remain unknown. Akanksha also holds an Friday as she launched a ing and world leadership,” In an op-ed for Fox News, international outrage. from Biden to Saudi King “He’s failed as a leader in The prince said in 2019 Overseas Citizenship Of campaign to demand Presi- she said. Haley said that the US The central conclusion Salman, though a White reforming the institution. he took “full responsibil- India (OCI) and a Canadi- dent Joe Biden announce a In his letter, Senator Scott should boycott the games of the report was widely House summary of the con- He’s failed as a leader to ity” for the killing since an passport, although she boycott of the games. stressed that under no given China’s “threats expected given that intelli- versation made no men- refugees; he was leading it happened on his watch hasn’t asked either coun- “We cannot sit back and circumstance should the abroad and tyranny at gence officials were said to tion of the killing and said the refugee agency before but denied ordering it. try for an official endorse- watch China use the Olym- global community give home”. have reached it soon after instead that the men had coming here, so he knows Saudi officials have said ment. pics to cover up its horrific China an international “If the United States boy- the brutal October 2, 2018, discussed the countries’ the plight of refugees. He Khashoggi’s killing was She was recruited by human rights abuses,” the platform to “whitewash its cotts the Winter Olympics, murder of Jamal Khashog- longstanding partnership. knows their pain, hope, the work of rogue Saudi the UN to help with the Republican leader said. crimes, which is what will it will send an unmistak- gi, a critic of Crown Prince The kingdom’s state- better than most of us, security and intelligence financial reforms of the Senator Rick Scott in a happen if they are allowed able message that China’s Mohammed bin Salman’s run Saudi Press Agency because he served them. officials. Saudi Arabian organisation and was also letter to President Joe Biden to host the 2022 Olympic tyranny and threats are authoritarian consolidation similarly did not mention Yet when he came, he courts last year announced responsible for updating has requested a meeting to Games in Beijing”. unacceptable. It will show of power. Khashoggi’s killing in its didn’t make any decision they had sentenced eight financial regulations and discuss the “horrific human “I continue to urge the that actions have conse- Still, since the finding report about the call, rather to prioritise resources to Saudi nationals to prison in rules of the UN as well as rights atrocities” occurring International Olympic quences. President Biden had not been officially focusing on regional issues them,” she said. Khashoggi’s killing. They managing the internal and across China and called for Committee to move the must make the decision to released until now, the such as Iran and the ongo- Who is Arora Akanksha? were not identified. external audits at UNDP. the International Olympic games out of Communist boycott. public assignment of ing war in Yemen. Top News of J&K 8 SPORTS Jammu, Saturday, February 27, 2021 Mohammed Shami’s younger My Profession Is Cricket: Ravichandran Ashwin brother Kaif makes Vijay Hazare reacts after his cryptic tweets set internet on fire Trophy debut against J&K NEW DELHI, Feb 27 (Agencies): all to try and give meaning to or Hours after setting the Internet on politicise my tweets. My profession KOLKATA, Feb 27 fire with a series of cryptic tweets, is cricket and that’s what I have (Agencies): Mohammed Ravichandran Ashwin on Friday spoken about, please don’t add Shami’s younger brother asked media houses to stop politi- flavour to skew minds.” Mohammed Kaif made his cising his comments. This is exactly what I said in my Vijay Hazare Trophy debut Ashwin, who became the sec- series of tweets!! I don’t want any for Bengal on Saturday. ond-fastest bowler to take 400 of you all to try and give meaning The bowling all-rounder Test wickets, took to Twitter to to or politicise my tweets. My pro- was included in the play- talk about things like “products”, fession is cricket and that’s what I ing XI for Bengal’s ongo- “ideas”, “marketing” and “choice”. have spoken about, please don’t ing contest against Jammu “Products are sold using various add flavour to skew minds. and Kashmir at the Video- marketing strategies and that’s an Meanwhile, the off-spinner con Academy Ground in accepted practice! We now live in claimed that he is actually an acci- Kolkata. an era where ideas are also being dental cricketer. We have waited for this century, while Ritwik was Overjoyed with the sold to us and it’s a classic example “I accidentally became a crick- development, the Indian moment. You are one dismissed on 55 by Abid of “outbound marketing”, howev- step closer to the ultimate Mushtaq. Following their After having played the game at against the majority as long as we eter. I am actually a cricket lover seamer took to Twitter er I would like to add that buying who went on to become a crick- to express his happiness dream. dismissal, Bengal skipper ideas being sold to us is like tell- this level for a decade, I can safely know that it is our own and not the What happened in the Anustup Majumdar led say that “As long as we are going one thats been sold to us! eter. I am living my dream here, and also motivated his ing us... I never imagined that I will wear younger brother to keep match? his side from the front and Products are sold using various to buy it, they will shove it down “The choice is always ours” After being asked to bat is currently playing on 70 our throat”. But without a clear context, his the Indian jersey one day and I will striving hard. “Congratu- marketing strategies and that’s an play,” Ashwin told bcci.tv in an lations to my brother on first, the Bengal side got from 68 deliveries. Kaif accepted practice! We now live in “you can’t think on your own” thread was left open to interpreta- off to a slow start, losing Ahmed is batting along- and here we will teach you how tions. And as many have shared, interview but did not elaborate on your Vijay Hazare Trophy an era where ideas are also being the remark. debut. We have waited opener Abhishek Raman side with the skipper and sold to us and it’s a classic example to think and also help you think one news organisation claimed for this moment. You are cheaply on 6. However, has fetched 38 runs from of “outbound marketing”, howev- the way we want you to think. that Ashwin’s tweets are related Ashwin reached the milestone one step closer to the ulti- Abhimanyu Easwaran 25 deliveries so far to help er I would like to add that buying After having played the game at to the farmers’ protest and are in of 400 Test wickets in the day- mate dream. Keep working along with Ritwik Chowd- Bengal pile 288/3 in 44 ideas being sold to us is like tell- this level for a decade, I can safely obvious “reference to copy-paste night third Test against England hard,” the bowler wrote in hury steadied things down overs. ing us say that “As long as we are going tweets by Indian celebrities”. in Ahmedabad, which ended on his tweet. as the pair added 107 runs The match has not ended “you can’t think on your own” to buy it, they will shove it down Then came Ashwin’s clarifica- Thursday with India winning by 10 Congratulations to my for the second wicket. yet and we’ll further and here we will teach you how our throat”. tion. The 34-year-old wrote: “This wickets inside two days. Ashwin brother on your Vijay Easwaran fell short of one update the copy as the con- to think and also help you think Finally. We can always have and is exactly what I said in my series picked up seven in the match to Hazare Trophy debut. run from completing his test progresses. the way we want you to think. stand by our opinions even if it’s of tweets!! I don’t want any of you take his overall tally to 401. PSL 2021: Multan Sultanss beat WI Vs SL: Chris Gayle returns to West Indies squad after nearly 2 yrs NEW DELHI, Feb 27 Lahore Qalandars for 1st win (Agencies): Veteran bats- ISLAMABAD, Feb 27 (Agencies): against Quetta Gladiators and man Chris Gayle has Pakistan wicketkeeper Moham- Peshawar Zalmi, scored 60 off only returned to the West Indies mad Rizwan continued to impress 35 balls with five sixes and three squad for the first time in with the bat as he led Multan Sul- boundaries, but other Lahore bats- nearly two years for the tans to their first win in the Paki- men struggled to accelerate against three-match T20 Interna- stan Super League (PSL) 2021, pace. tional series against Sri beating Lahore Qalandars by seven West Indian fast bowler Carlos Lanka, beginning on March wickets on yesterday. Brathwaite picked up 2-20 and also 3. Rizwan hit 76 off 49 balls -- his bowled a maiden over. Young fast The 41-year-old top-order second half century in this year’s bowler Shahnawaz Dhani (2-39) batsman was recalled to PSL -- and Pakistan international got the key wicket of opener the 14-man squad under Sohaib Maqsood made an unbeat- Fakhar Zaman (9) in the batting Kieron Pollard on the basis Cricket West Indies’ (CWI) West Indies selection and en 61 off 41. Multan eased to 159-3 powerplay before he returned in of his good performances lead selector, said in a left-arm spinner Akeal in 16.2 overs in reply to Lahore’s the death overs and had David in recent tournaments, media release. Hosein got his first T20I 157-6. Wiese (13) caught by Brathwaite including the IPL and the “As we build towards the call-up. Rizwan and Maqsood shared 110 in the deep. Pakistan Super League. runs for the third wicket off 65 balls Senior fast bowler Fidel defence of the T20 World The selection panel also “(Rashid’s) exit has affected our its innings as Rizwan followed the “Our lack of good performances as Lahore badly missed Afghani- Edwards, 39, is also back Cup, the opportunity is named the squad for the bowling,” Lahore captain Sohail trend of captains opting to field in the death bowling was improved stan legspinner Rashid Khan, who in the national squad after being taken to determine ODI series against the Akhtar said. first after winning the toss in this and that’s why we restricted had to return for national duty a nine-year hiatus. our best team and squad as visting Sri Lankans to be “I hope we find a replacement.” season’s PSL. them,” Rizwan said. after featuring in his team’s two The three matches of the we go forward.” played between March Lahore also had a poor day in With Multan’s successful chase, “Previously we were losing successive victories. T20I series will be played Gayle is the highest run 10-14 at the Sir Vivian Rich- the field. Rizwan, who hit 12 fours, all seven matches in Pakistan’s despite dominating most of the Opener Rizwan holed out at deep on March 3, 5, and 7 at the scorer in T20 history. He ards Stadium in Antigua. match.” midwicket in the 14th over to give was dropped soon after complet- premier Twenty20 league have so Coolidge Cricket Ground has played in 103 Tests, 301 T20I squad: Kieron Pol- Shaheen Afridi (2-29) his second ing his half century and Samit Patel far been won by the team batting Multan has two points from one in Antigua, which will be ODIs and 58 T20Is since lard (c), Nicholas Pooran, wicket before Maqsood raised the floored a sitter in the covers when second. win and two losses. Lahore has making its international making his international Fabian Allen Dwayne emphatic victory by smashing Maqsood was on 30. Mohammad Hafeez, who had four points with two victories from debut. debut in 1999. Bravo, Fidel Edwards, Haris Rauf over square leg for a six. Lahore was earlier restricted in unbeaten knocks of 73 and 33 three games. The big-hitting Gayle last As for Edwards, Harper played for West Indies in stated that his recall was Andre Fletcher, Chris their home series against to “give the bowling the Gayle, Jason Holder, Akeal Indian Men’s Skeet team India in August 2019 after potent firepower needed”. Hosein, Evin Lewis, Obed Vijay Hazare Trophy Delhi to the 50-over World Cup that Edwards, who played McCoy, Rovman Powell, wins Bronze Medal in year. 55 Tests for West Indies, Lendl Simmons, Kevin He had earlier said that moved to Hampshire in Sinclair. host knockouts from March 7 ISSF World Cup the 2019 World Cup match- 2015 on a Kolpak deal. ODI squad: Kieron Pol- es would be his last appear- However, following the lard (c), Shai Hope, Fabian NEW DELHI, Feb 27 ances for West Indies. UK’s recent departure Allen, Darren Bravo, Jason (Agencies): The knockout “Chris Gayle has per- from the European Union, Holder, Akeal Hosein, matches of the ongoing formed very well in recent Edwards expressed his Alzarri Joseph, Evin Vijay Hazare Trophy, the tournaments and the selec- desire to make an interna- Lewis, Kyle Mayers, Jason national ODI champion- tion panel thinks that he tional comeback. Mohammed, Nicholas ship, will be held in Delhi can still add great value to Off-spinner Kevin Sin- Pooran, Romario Shep- from March 7. our team,” Roger Harper, clair earned his maiden herd, Kevin Sinclair. The matches will be organised at the Arun Jait- ley Stadium and the Palam Ground. IND Vs ENG: Chris Woakes “...Kindly note that the being played in bio-secure March 8 and March 9. NEW DELHI, Feb 27 ting all his 16 targets. knock-out stage of the bubbles at different venues The two semi-finals will (Agencies): The Indian trio Russia won the gold Leaves India Test Tour As Part Vijay Hazare Trophy across the country. be staged on March 11 of Mairaj Ahmed Khan, medal, beating the Czech 2020-21 will be played at The teams have been while the summit clash will Angad Vir Singh Bajwa Republic 6-0 in the finals. New Delhi from March 7,” divided into five Elite be played on March 14. and Gurjoat Khangura The Indian women’s Of England’s Rotation Policy Groups and one Plate This is the second domes- won the bronze medal in team, comprising Ganemat stated a mail sent from the LONDON, , Feb 27 Group. tic tournament conducted men’s skeet team event at Sekhon, Parinaaz Dhaliwal BCCI secretary’s office to (Agencies): England all- As per the BCCI website, by the BCCI in the curtailed the ISSF Shotgun World and Karttiki Singh Shak- all the affiliated state units rounder Chris Woakes has the pre-quarter final (Elimi- 2020-21 domestic season, Cup in Cairo, Egypt. tawat, also made it to the on February 25, a copy of left the Test tour of India nator) will be played on following the Syed Mush- The Indians beat the bronze medal match, but which is in possession of without playing a match as March 7, while the quar- taq Ali Trophy, the nation- Kazakhstan team of David lost out to the Kazakhs nar- PTI. Currently the league part of the ECB’s rotation stage of the tournament is ter-finals will be played on al T20 championship. Pochivalov, Eduard Yech- rowly with the final score shenko and Alexandr reading 4-6. Kazakhstan policy. Mukhamediyev 6-2 in the were represented by Olga The-31-year-old, who was bronze medal match on Panarina, Rinata Nassy- with the England squads IND vs ENG: Jasprit Bumrah released from the third competition day rova and Assem Orynbay. for the tours of South Test squad due to personal reasons of the International Shoot- They had earlier shot 462 Africa, Sri Lanka and ing Sport Federation tour- to qualify for the bronze India, has not featured in NEW DELHI, Feb 27 (Agencies): Jas- rested for the upcoming five-match T20 nament. medal match. any match. He last played prit Bumrah has been released from the series against England and considering the The trio reached the Here too, Russia won the in an ODI against Australia Indian Test squad for the fourth and final workload management there are chances bronze medal match when gold and the Czech Repub- in September last year. encounter against England, which starts of him not being picked in the 50-over they combined to shoot a lic the silver with the result The England and Wales from March 4 at the Narendra Modi Sta- squad as well. score of 491 after the quali- going 6-2 in favour of the Cricket Board confirmed dium in Motera, Ahmedabad. The Indian Meanwhile, Bumrah’s absence will also fication stage comprising champions. that Woakes has returned The rotation policy saw ing two fixtures, joined the cricket governing body, BCCI, released a provide the team management to test the seven rounds of 25 shots Earlier on the second home as per pre-arranged wicketkeeper Jos Buttler squad for the remainder of statement in this regard and stated that the other potential candidates who are likely each on Friday evening competition day in the plan. and all-rounder Moeen Ali the series. seamer sent out a request to be released to be inducted in the squad for this year’s here. They could have Egyptian capital, Indian England’s much-debated return home after the first England are currently from the squad due to personal reasons. T20 World Cup. made it to the finals too, shooter Gurjoat narrowly rotation policy has drawn and second Test against trailing 1-2 in the four- Meanwhile, the statement also men- India on Thursday secured a compre- but lost a shoot-off to the missed out on a chance a lot of flak from several India respectively. Bats- match series with the tioned that there won’t be any further hensive 10-wicket win against England Russians 6-5. to advance to the finals of former players, including man Jonny Bairstow and fourth and final Test slated addition in the Test squad. and have an unassailable 2-1 lead in the Bajwa was the star of the the men’s individual skeet Kevin Pietersen and Ian pacer Mark Wood, who to begin here from Thurs- The 27-year-old seamer has also been four-match Test series. bronze medal match, hit- competition. Bell. missed out on the open- day. Top News of J&K Jammu, Saturday, February 27, 2021 STATE / CONTD.... 9 BJP Mahila Morcha holds Working Committee Meet BJYM’S Yuva Jodo Sankalp Abhiyan’ Top News Report liaison for smooth and efficient working of Mahila Morcha. reaches R S Pura District; several joined JAMMU, Feb 27: Jammu & Kash- Morcha J&K General Secretary mir BJP Mahila Morcha led by its Neha Mahajan tabled a resolu- President Sanjita Dogra, held its tion, mentioning various wel- 1-day Working Committee Meet- fare schemes of Narendra Modi ing at party headquarter, Trikuta government exclusively for the Nagar. socio-economic upliftment of the It commenced with the lightening women. The resolution also con- of lamp by J&K BJP General Sec- tained suggestions/ demands to retary (Org.) Ashok Kaul, former make women self reliant and lead Minister Priya Sethi, BJP Vice Pres- dignified life. ident and Prabhari Mahila Morcha Former Presidents of Jammu Anuradha Charak, Dy. Mayor schemes and achievements of the the previous months with special and Kashmir BJP Mahila Morcha Purnima Sharma, Seh Prabhari central and UT governments. reference to the services rendered Ex MOS and Incharge head office He also spoke on the organi- during COVID-19 pandemic. She Mahila Morcha Veenu Khanna, All Priya Sethi, Dy. Mayor Purnima message to separatist and anti-national zational matters and the need of also stressed on the social secu- Top News Report Morcha Prabhari Munish Sharma, Sharma and Mahila Morcha forces. strengthening the party fabric at rity of the females alongwith their Prabhari Anuradha Charak and BJP Spokesperson Rajni Sethi, BJP R S Pura, Feb 27: The ongoing ‘Yuva Jodo He said that the leaders of the youth wing the booth level. He also acquaint- empowerment and upliftment, Seh Prabhari Veenu Khanna also Senior leaders Suresh Jamwal and Sankalp Abhiyan’ by Bhartiya Janta Yuva should reach the youth in every corner of ed the Morcha activists with the which will boost their efficiency in addressed the meeting and shared Usha Choudhary. Morcha BJYM currently at Jammu belt was the Union Territory of Jammu Kashmir forthcoming party programmes displaying their ability and capa- their experiences while serving the Morcha Office Bearers and today extended to R S Pura district where and make them aware of the policies of and asked them to take these to bility. She also spoke on the success party and the Morcha. District Presidents from all the again large number of people joined the the government, which are strengthening the common masses. of BJP’s policies among the masses. Mahila Morcha J&K General Sec- districts of Jammu and Kashmir party. the youth,” and thus making them Aatam He reiterated BJP’s resolve to All Morcha President Munish retary Updesh Andotra conducted attended this meeting in which A massive bike rally from BJP District Nirbhar. Arun Prabhat added that they work for welfare and upliftment Sharma, while addressing the the proceedings of the meeting. various women related issues were Office Kullian to Rameshwar Dham R S will go upto Every Booth level to enroll of womenfolk. Mahila Morcha activists, asserted Vote of thanks was presented by discussed in presence of senior Pura was also organized by the locals of youths from entire JKUT by making them Sanjita Dogra, in her presiden- that the nation has witnessed the Urvashi Gupta, Morcha General leaders. area to welcome BJYM State president aware of the massive developments of the tial address, welcomed all the par- accelerated pace of development Secretary. Ashok Kaul, in his address in Arun Prabhat Singh follwed by a Public Modi led BJP goverment and especially ticipants and presented account and advancement under the lead- District Presidents presented the meeting, discussed the party’s programme participated by huge local the youth oriented schemes which will of organizational and develop- ership of Prime Minister Narendra reports on organizational and ideology, principles and concepts gathering. benefit the youth of Jammu Kashmir in mental works undertaken by the Modi. He also stressed on the need political activities of their respec- and said that the party workers The Senior Leadres of BJP who were near future. Mahila Morcha at various levels in of time management and proper tive districts. will have to focus on the welfare present Ex Cabinet Minister and MLA The full day program of R S Pura Dis- Suchetgarh Sham Lal Choudhary, District trict was organized under leadership Sonu President R S Pura District BJP Harbha- Pandit District President R S Pura BJYM. Spiritual Satsang, Bhandara organised at Sahib Bandgi Ashram jan Singh Pammi, R S Pura Municipal- Others who were present Hari Om Sharma Vice President BJYM JKUT, the six schools of philosophy, and stood firmly ity Chairman Satpaul Pappi, Ex District Top News Report Rakesh Dev Seh-Prabhari R S Pura, against the superstition and religious hypocrisy. President Brijeshwar Singh Rana, Swarn Singh Chib Vice President Kisan Morcha, Ishant Mahajan Program Incharge BJYM RANJRI, Feb 27: Spiritual Satsang and Bhan- He held that religion without Bhakti was no Mandal Pradhan Rakesh Gupta. JKUT, Aakash Chopra General Secre- dara was organised here at Sahib Bandgi Sant religion at all, and that ascetics, fasting, and Arun Prabhat Singh during the R S Pura tary, Rohit Sharma publicity Secretary, Ashram, Ranjri on the occasion of Purnima, almsgiving has no value if unaccompanied by tour also held a meeting with district office Gaurav Sharma General Secretary, Vansh which is also the birth anniversary of renowned worship of true Satguru. By means of Dohas, bearers where he discussed the local issues Mahajan Social Media, Manoj Sharma, Saint Ravidass ji Maharaj. Ramainis, Shabdas, and Sakhis, he imparted and future plans for strengthening BJP. Naveen Gupta, Harish Sharma, Ramesh- During the program it was ensured that the religious instruction to Hindus and Moham- During his address he reciprocated that war Singh, Anil Sharma,Mandal Prad- coronavirus containment guidelines such as madans alike. He had no preference for either Yuva Jodo Sankalp Abhiyan is aimed at hans BJYM Tarsem Choudhary, Sanjeev social distancing, use of face masks etc. were religion, but gave teaching that was appreciated strengthening the belief of one Nation Sharma, Naseeb Kumar, Raghav Sharma strictly followed. by followers of both. He spoke out fearlessly, among the youth and sending out a strong and others. There was also proper arrangement for wash- and never made it his object merely to please ing and sanitization of hands for the visitors. his hearers. During his discourse Satguru Madhu Param- In his preaching, Sahibji cited out that Sadh- SSB exams: MVD Ramban provides hans said that Guru Ravidas Maharaj was one of guru Kabir unlike other divine birth was not the prominent saints who followed the lineage agated. All other sants such as Guru Nanak born out of mother womb indicating that he of Santmat as started by Sant Samrat Satguru Dev, Ravidas, Dadu Dayal etc. have very much was super conscious itself. transportation to 1000 aspirants Kabir Sahib. declared in their preaching that they are giving Sadhguru Kabir was body less as at time of Top News Report Ramban to Jammu, to enable them to He said that Kabir Sahib is the first Sant and the same teaching as given by Kabir Sahib. They leaving this mortal world his followers could appear in the exam scheduled on February he is credited to expand the Santmat lineage do not claim to teach something new or differ- only find flowers and no remains indicating RAMBAN, FEB 27: Motor Vehicle 28. The department further informed that in India. ent from what Satguru Kabir Sahib has taught. his divinity, quite exceptional than others, but Department, Ramban, today facilitated 2 buses have been stationed at Bus-Stand The Santmat tradition formed the background Sahib said that during the period of Kabir the people against his preaching has always dis- the transportation of candidates appearing Ramban in reserve for students, who against which many modern and medieval sects caste system and untouchability was at its all graced him. Sadhguru Kabir came in this world in Class- IV recruitment test at different wish to appear in the exam and have not arose. All the sants that followed essentially time high. when casteism and untouchability was at peak examination centres of Jammu district. reached Ramban yet. These buses would preached the same teachings as their original However Kabir Sahib refused to acknowledge .Kabir Sahib taught world the lesson of equality, As per MVD, about 1000 aspirants were be stationed at Bus Stand Ramban till late source was what Kabir Sahib has already prop- caste distinction or to recognize the authority of peace and humanity. provided transport facility from bus-stand evening today. FROM PAGE 1 The awardees include 8 field regiment has that right. We will build the party, we will going on a war footing on Anantnag-Kishtwar Former Minister, DDC JKFDCL (Artillery) led by Col Pankaj Joshi, deployed strengthen it. We believe in the strength and road which remained close since December members, Jamiat Ulema in JKFDCL for streamlining the processes and along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Sri- unity of Congress,” he said. last year. digitization of accounting process to incorpo- nagar-based 15 corps zone. Meanwhile, Azad said, “I have retired from Welfare Foundation rate financial discipline in the JKFDCL. “It is a great achievement for my unit,” Colo- Rajya Sabha but not retired from politics and DAK seeks in-home This major reform will not only facilitate the nel Joshi said. I have not retired from Parliament for the delegation call on Lt consumers who procure goods and services first time.” Covid-19 vaccination from J&KFDCL but will also bring all the busi- Congress ‘getting “Today, after many years, we are not part for housebound seniors Governor ness units of the Corporation on a common of Jammu and Kashmir, our identity has been weaker’, G-23 able to visit a vaccination center,” said into meticulously for their early redressal. platform for the purpose of accounting and lost. The fight will be continued inside and DAK President and influenza expert Dr While interacting with DDC members, the book-keeping. outside our Parliament to regain the status leaders meet in Jammu Nisar ul Hassan. Lt Governor said that the UT Government is Managing Director JKFDCL on the occasion of statehood. When the elected ministers and “Vast majority of senior citizens have taking comprehensive measures for redressal gave a brief presentation on the actions taken to ‘strengthen party’ chief ministers will not be here, then the pres- multiple chronic medical conditions and of civic issues and meeting the aspirations of for transition of the JKSFC to JKFDCL and ent condition of unemployment, roads and dissent with the functioning of the Congress are being taken care at home.” recently formed DDC bodies. functions performed by the Company during schools will continue to remain the same,” party and had written a letter to Sonia Gandhi “There are those whose health or illness Later, an Industrialist, Nazir Ahmad Trambo the period of transition. he said. in August last year. could get worse if they leave home,” he called on the Lt Governor and put forth sev- Pertinently, the JKFDCL was incorporated Last year in August, G-23 leaders through The ‘Shanti Sammelan’ event has been said. eral issues and suggestions with regard to in December 2020 under the Companies Act a letter to interim Congress President Sonia organised days after Congress leader Rahul “People with chronic obstructive lung strengthening of industrial sector in Kashmir. 2013 and will take over the assets and liabili- Gandhi expressed their discontent and urged Gandhi’s “North-South” remark, which has disease who are dependent on oxygen The Lt Governor, during the interaction ties of the erstwhile JKSFC. the top leadership of Congress to bring imme- led to a controversy over the past few days. can’t move out.” observed that the Government is working on diate reforms, including organisational elec- The event is being held at a time when Rahul “Many seniors have hearing problem, promoting institutional readiness, increasing 61 Army personnel tions from the grass-roots to the Congress Gandhi is campaigning in Tamil Nadu. vision loss, cognitive impairment, inconti- entrepreneurship and attracting investments Working Committee (CWC) level. Raj Babbar in his address said: “People nence, dementia and mobility problems,” for growth of industrial sector in J&K. awarded gallantry, say ‘G23’, I say Gandhi 23. With the belief, Traffic remains DAK President said. Cabinet Secretary distinguished service resolve and thinking of Mahatma Gandhi, this “They are completely dependent on their medals in J&K nation’s law and Constitution was formed. suspended on Srinagar- family members and medical equipments reviews public health Congress is standing strongly to take these for even their routine daily activities.” for selfless service to the nation. forward. ‘G23′ want Congress to be strong.” Jammu highway for 2nd “It is extremely difficult for these frail and response to COVID-19 Major Kulbhuhan Singh of the Jat regi- Sibbal said that the leaders who have gath- elderly to get out and attend vaccination ered in Jammu were saddened after realising day all incoming travellers coming via roadways, ment, another recipient of the Sena Medal, ply towards Srinagar, he said. clinics,” he said. that former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Min- railways, and airways. He informed that J&K said he led his men to shoot dead two terror- He said security forces were also asked “We must reach out to them and vac- ister Ghulam Nabi Azad is ” being freed from saw a 40% surge in weekly cases with travel- ists during an anti-militancy operation in the not to ply against traffic advisory. They are cinate them in their homes.” Parliament” by the Congress party. lers contributing to 2/3rd of all the positive Kashmir valley in March 2019. advised to ply from Jammu to Srinagar today “Being housebound doesn’t eliminate “What is the real role of Ghulam Nabi Azad cases, adding that in Srinagar district alone “It is a proud moment for all of us. We are when the road is reopened. their risk of Covid-19 infection; they can sahab? A person who flies an aircraft is an 50% of recorded positive cases were travel- doing our best to improve the situation in the Meanwhile, candidates of Banihal, Ramban get it through their caregivers, family experienced person. An engineer accompa- lers. valley and bring peace to the region,” he said. and Ramsu and other areas who were to members and visitors,” Dr Nisar said. nies him to detect and repair any malfunction- He said that through concerted efforts the Major Singh said the youth in the valley are appear in the written test for class 4th posts “Vaccinating seniors is critical as they are ing in the engine. Ghulam Nabiji is experi- Government is consistently monitoring the not inclined towards terrorism as is perceived in Jammu tomorrow expressed concern over more vulnerable to severe infection and enced as well as an engineer,” he said. COVID trajectory among its local popula- outside the valley. the closure of the road. death from the novel coronavirus.” “Ghulam Nabi Azad sahab is one such tion with a special focus on districts with an “The situation in Kashmir is improving and They said due to the closure of the highway “Elderly and those with underlying med- leader who knows ground reality of Congress increased tourist footfall. going by my interaction with the local youth, for the second day today, they could not go ical conditions have weak immune system in every district of every state. We were sad- Regarding vaccination drives, it was they too dream to be doctors, engineers and to Jammu to appear in the written tests. They that promotes viral replication leaving dened when we realised that he is being freed informed that in J&K, 67% of healthcare work- other professionals and live a peaceful and demanded that they should be allowed to them at a higher risk of developing severe from Parliament. We didn’t him to go from ers and 59% of frontline workers have been dignified life,” he said, adding there are some appear in the test separately in case the high- complications from the virus,” he said. Parliament…I can’t understand why is Con- vaccinated during the initial stages of the vac- elements who are exploiting the innocence of way remained closed. “They have been disproportionately gress not using his experience,” he added. cine roll-out and arrangements are in place to the youth and misleading them to the wrong Meanwhile, the national highway, the only affected by Covid-19, dying at higher rates Anand Sharma said: “All of us have covered incorporate the third prioritized group in the path under the influence of forces from out- road connecting Union Territory (UT) of than the general population.” a very long distance to reach where we are upcoming days. side the country. Ladakh with Kashmir remained closed since “If we are not able to vaccinate our older today. Nobody among us has come through Currently, the bed occupancy in the des- Rashtriya Rifles soldier Ayub Mohammad, January Ist, 2021 due to the accumulation of population, we will continue to see the the window, all of us have walked through ignated COVID hospitals is less than 4% whose brave action not only saved precious snow. virus among the most vulnerable and the door. We have come through the students’ with approximately 100 patients admitted to lives of his colleagues but also led to the elimi- However, the highway is likely to reopen won’t be able to prevent and control the movement, the youth movement,” he added. health care institutes that have been prepped nation of two terrorists during an operation in for traffic movement from February 28 as the spread of the disease,” said Dr Nisar. Sharma also said, “There has never come to accommodate 3000 patients. “In the given Kulgam district in 2019, said he is doing his Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has com- “We go door to door for vaccinating such an occasion after 1950 when there is no scenario, the situation in Jammu and Kashmir duties towards the nation and can sacrifice his pleted a snow clearance operation. children against polio, why can’t we take representative of Jammu and Kashmir in the is by and large comfortable and under con- life without a second thought. However, the historic 86-km-long Mughal Covid-19 vaccine to our seniors at home.” Rajya Sabha. This will be corrected.” trol”, the Chief Secretary maintained. “It is a big day for me and my family who road, connecting Shopian in south Kashmir “Offering vaccines to housebound elderly Congress leader Sharma said that the G-23 raised me to serve the nation,” he said. with Rajouri and Poonch in Jammu remained at home would increase the vaccination leaders will strengthen the party. Sarita Chauhan chairs Lt Gen Joshi also awarded unit appreciation closed since December last year due to the rate among seniors that would save lives “I have not given anyone the right to tell me to 26 units for their overall outstanding per- accumulation of snow. and help bring an end to the ongoing if we are people of Congress or not, nobody maiden BoDs meet of formance in the command theatre. Meanwhile, snow clearance operation was public health crisis,” he said. Top News of J&K 10 STATE / ADVT Jammu, Saturday, February 27, 2021 Guru Ravi Dass Birthday celebrated at Krishna Nagar Bhaderwah Quest reaches Padri, welcomes by tourism officials Top News Report Labha Ram, Tarun kumar, Sunita Devi, Ganga Devi, Sujata devi, Akshay Gupta, Manmo- Bhoomi, (land of snakes) TATA {AM Group}. Top News Report han Sharma, Arjun Gupta and others were finds mention in Rajta- Bhaderwah is an all-sea- JAMMU, Feb 27: On the occasion of shree Guru Ravi Dass Jayanti, a function was organ- also present in this festival. Also Yesterday on, JAMMU, Feb 27: Bhad- rangni, ancient chronicle son destination offering ised in which Shri Guru Ravi Dass visav 26.02. 2021, on behalf of Shri Guru Ravidass erwah Quest 2021 riders of Kings is undoubtedly a visitors not only mesmer- mahapith Maharaj birthday was celebrated Visab Mahapeeth Jammu and Kashmir, aarti on Saturday reached Padri place to see. izing beauty of its natural and langer distribute programme was organ- of Guru Ravi Dass Ji was organized in ward where they were warmly “It was a great experi- landscape, its perennial ised by Corporator and Former chairman JMC no 12 Krishna Nagar Jammu. The program received by locals and offi- ence to drive though the revisers and lakes, gardens Jeet Angral . on the occasion Former State Presi- was conducted according to the directions of cials of Bhaderwah Devel- mountain roads. There is and meadows, mountains dent BJP and EX Minister Sat sharma (CA), the International President of Mahapith and opment Authority (BDA). a breath-taking beauty of and valleys, forests, and Former Minister Davinder kumar Manyal Rajya Sabha MP Mr. Dushyant Kumar Gautam In an effort to promote the area. wildlife but also the diver- graced the occasion who participated in the , National President of Mahapeeth Mr. Suresh adventure tourism and There is a need to explore sity of tourism products Langar program and celebrated Shri Guru Rathore. Speaking on the occasion, Sat Sharma bring the hidden beauty and promote these areas with its adventure poten- Ravi Dass Birthday and distributed Prasad said that Guru Ravi Dass ji asked us to rise of Himalayas to the world further”, said one of the tial. amongst people. above social divisions and spread the mes- especially in Doda dis- participants in the rally. Prashant Khajuria, Along with Former Ministers, prominent sage of Universal brotherhood amongst all . trict, the car rally is seen The Tourism depart- Akshay Bhardwaj, Jaskan- members of community and locality Krishan He asked humanity to rise above the division an encouraging event in ment has made elaborate war Syal, Anuj Sharma, Kumar Digra, Ayodhya Gupta, Mandal presi- of caste, class and religion and form a society Jammu & Kashmir. arrangements for the car Abhi Sadhotra, Pranav dent Keshav Chopra, ward president kul- where everyone was equal. Devinder Manyal A group of 18 expert expedition. Gupta, Bhavya Gupta, cles on difficult terrains to been exploited fully and deep kumar , Punit Mahajan, Jatinder kour, asked to spread the teachings of Guru Ravi expeditions covered Doda The expedition is being Rajat Jandyal, Rooman explore the beautiful but remained least advertised Varinder Dogra, Dr Surjeet Singh, Ramesh Dass ji so that harmony can be maintained district and places like Gur- organized by Nirvana Shaukat, Vivek Choud- lesser-known tourist places places in the promotional Thakyal, Anil Angral, Swarn Samyal, Kaka, amongst all sections of society. danda top, Padri top, and in Bhaderwah. activities of the Tourism Squad & Azlan Racing hary, Antriksh Jamwal, other remote places during A tehsil and town of Department of Jammu in association with the Mayank Joshi, Shrishti the expedition. The expedi- Doda district, Bhader- and Kashmir. Bhaderwah Department of Tourism, Mehta, Siddhant Verma, tion are driving 4x4 vehi- wah’s potential has not is also known as Nagon ki JKP, Polaris India,& AM Rohan Shahi. 5 drug peddlers arrested, huge quantity Pathseekers School bids farewell of contraband substances recovered to outgoing Class X students sections of law has been registered at Police Station Qazigund and investiga- tion is in progress. Similarly in Budgam dis- trict officers at the check- point established at Arigam Khanshab intercepted a person identified as Riyaz Top News Report Ahmed Ganie resident of Top News Report under relevant sections of Arigam Khanshab. During SAMBA, Feb 27: Pathseekers International School bade law has been registered at search, 03Kgs of Cannabis farewell to the students of Class X at a function held here SRINAGAR, Feb 27: Con- Police Station Qazigund Powder was recovered today. On the occasion, Nimrandeep Singh Bhullar, was tinuing its drive against and investigation has been from his possession. He the Chief Guest while Manpreet Kour, School’s Principal drug dealings, Police have initiated. has been arrested and shift- was the Guest of Honour. During the function, Sajan arrested five drug peddlers Meanwhile, a police party ed to Police Station where Angural and Harpreet Kour were conferred Mr Eve and in Kulgam and Budgam from PS Qazigund at a he remains in custody. In Miss Eve titles respectively. While, Karandeep Singh and recovered huge quan- checkpoint established at this regard, case FIR No. awarded All Rounder title and Excellence in Studies tity of contraband sub- Nassu Badragund Cross- 20/2021 under relevant award was bagged by Kuldeep Kour. Speaking on the stances from their posses- ing intercepted a vehi- sections of law stands reg- occasion, Nimrandeep Singh Bhullar blessed the students sion. cle bearing registration istered at Police Station and wished them a bright future and success in ensuing In south part of Kulgam number PB29X-3448 with Khanshab and investiga- ventures. While wishing the students for their bright district Officers at a check- three persons on board. tion has been taken up. career, Bhullar said that this success is just the beginning point established at Mir- They have been identified Community members are for them and they have to showcase their velour in future bazar Chowk intercepted as Gurpreet Singh, Baljeet requested to come for- as well. “Our students have excelled in every standard so a vehicle (Alto K-10) bear- Singh and Banarsi Das all ward with any information far and have set records marking new horizons,” he said. ing registration number residents of Danuri, tehsil regarding drug peddlers Nimrandeep wished them all the best for their new JK01AD-1930 with one Morinada, District Roopar in their neighbourhood. phase of life and advised them to be sincere and con- person on board. He has Punjab. During checking Persons found indulging fident in all their endeavours. Principal of the School been identified as Aejaz officers were able to recov- in drug peddling will be Manpreet Kour said that with above average grades and Ahmad Sofi resident of Dal er 3.5 Kg of Poppy Straw dealt as per law. Our con- distinctions, our students have time and again proved Colony Khomani Chowk from their possession. sistent actions against drug themselves and kept head of Pathseekers School and Srinagar. During checking They have been arrested peddlers should reassure family high besides making them proud with their hard officers were able to recov- and shifted to Police Sta- the community members work and dedication. The outgoing students expressed er 8.5Kg of Grinded Poppy tion where they remain in that we are making efforts gratitude to teachers and acknowledged the strong sup- Straw from his possession. custody. to keep our society free port and guidance provided to them by all members of He has been arrested and Vehicles used in the com- from the scourge of drug the school. Teaching and non teaching staff, all students shifted to Police Station missions of crime have also menace. among others attended the farewell programme. where he remains in cus- been seized. tody. Accordingly, a case FIR Case FIR No. 35/2021 No 34/2021 under relevant BJP celebrates Guru Ravidass Jayanti

Top News Report Ravidass ji said that the day marks the birth of the JAMMU, Feb 27: Jammu Indian mystic poet-saint & Kashmir Bharatiya and is celebrated on Magh Janata Party led by party Purnima. General Secretary (Org.) He said that Shree Guru Ashok Kaul celebrated Ravidas was born in Shree Guru Ravidass Jay- Seer Govardhanpur vil- anti at party headquarter, lage, Uttar Pradesh in an Trikuta Nagar, Jammu. underprivileged family. J&K BJP Headquarter An advocate of human Incharge & former Min- rights, Shree Guru Ravi- ister Priya Sethi, DDC das was a progressive Chairman Saraf Singh thinker who spread the Naag, Secretary Arvind message of equality Gupta, Treasurer Prabhat through his poems and Singh, Office Secretary teachings based on spiri- Tilak Raj Gupta, Media tuality. Kaul further said Incharge Dr. Pardeep that the works of great Mahotra, Mahila Morcha saint are included in holy President Sanjita Dogra, books, chiefly, Shree Guru Baldev Singh Billawaria, Granth Sahib. Umesh Kumar (Gabbar), He also said that great Ashok Gandhi, Gourav devotee like Meera Bai Pargal, Ravinder Singh recognized Guru Ravidas and other party leaders as her spiritual guide. We also remembered and must imbibe the spirit of paid respect to the great Samrasta in our lives and pioneer saint of Bhakti take pledge on this great period. day to curb every type of Ashok Kaul, while social evil in our society, remembering Shree Guru he added. Top News of J&K Jammu, Saturday, February 27, 2021 STATE / ADVT 11 Aasima Shafi secures 96.4% in class 10 Top News Report AADIL AKBAR

HANDWARA, Feb 27: “I also believe in women power, today I have just added little muscle to it. Long way to go to make this happen,” said the Army Goodwill School, Budkut topper Aasima Shafi, who bagged 482 marks (96.4%) in her 10th examination. The school has achieved a brilliant result in 10th class 10 achieved A2 grading. result recently announced. Aasima Shafi hailed from Out of 31 students who Macchipura, Rajwar and appeared for the exams, 02 her proud father is a govt achieved distinctions and employee. Willadat-E-Harzat-e-Imam Ali (AS) celebrated

Top News Report (A.s) followed by speak- ers. Around Hundreds of KARGIL, Feb 27: The people’s attends on the Birth Anniversary of Har- celebration of wiladat-e- zat-e-Imam Ali (AS)Cele- Harzat Imam Ali (AS). brated with great religious Speaking on the occasion fervor and éclat at Maktab- Hujatul-Islamwalmus- E-Sahib-E-Zaman Educa- limeen Sheikh Murtaza tional center Lankerchey Ansari spoke on the life here on today. and history of Harzat-e- The celebration of pro- Imam Ali (A.S) gramme begun with recita- Futher, he advised to tion of holyquran, Qasidah, the peoples to follow the Tarana, Nat-e-Sharif and path of Islam and stress for topics on Willadat-E-Imam unity among the Muslim. Farhan congratulates brother of GBS Reporter Shakir Bhat Top News Report

SRINAGAR, Feb 27: Social activist Farhan Kitab is very happy to heard the qualifying of 10th class examination of the Brother of GBS State News Reporter Shakir Bhat namely Faheem Bhat who got 438/500. My well wish gratulations to your family is always with you. Con- especially Faheem Bhat. BJP Govt committed for development of marginalized societies: Bharat Bhushan

Top News Report “Guru Ravidas Ji had unwavering faith in values JAMMU, Feb 27: Term- of harmony and brother- ing the BJP rule as historic hood. He did not believe for all sections of society, in any kind of discrimina- the DDC Chairman Jammu tion. When we work with and Ex MLA, Bharat the motto of ‘Sabka Saath, Bhushan Bodhi said that Sabka Vikas’ we are deeply the BJP is committed for motivated by Guru Ravi- welfare of SCs and other das Ji’s emphasis on serv- communities which were ing every human, especial- ignored by successive ly the poor,” the senior BJP regimes in the erstwhile leader said, asking people state. to follow the teaching of Paying tributes to Sant Guru Ravidas ji. Shri Guru Ravidas on his The DDC Chairman birth anniversary at Guru asserted the BJP would Ravi Dass Ji Temple at Vil- continue to serve the coun- lage Teresa Talab Dharam try especially the poor and Khoo and Seri Panditaan, the marginalized with the DDC Chairman said great vigour. “The pri- that the BJP led Govern- mary focus of BJP is devel- ment at the Centre is taking opment and the Union inspiration from the teach- Government is taking ings of Guru Ravidas to every possible measure build a strong, inclusive to Jammu and Kashmir to and prosperous India, new heights of develop- where every initiative ment,” he said. taken by the centre reaches Bharat Bhushan assured the poor. that every possible mea- “Guided by the rich sure will be taken for the ideals of Guru Ravidas development and uplift- Ji, the party is working ment of downtrodden round the clock to build societies. He informed that an India which is strong, the BJP government-led by inclusive and prosperous... Prime Minister Narendra where the fruits of devel- Modi is concerned about opment reach everybody every citizen and concrete and empower those who measures will be taken to are poor,” Bharat Bhushan address the grievances of said. people at the earliest. Top News of J&K Top News of J&K Jammu, Saturday, February 27, 2021 Jammu, Monday, STATE / ADVT August 24, 2020 12 FFMA remembers Martyr Chander Shekhar Azad After Tony’s intervention Govt stops curtailing 300 Qtls ration quota showers of petals on the photo- graph of Martyr Chander Shekhar Appeals Simrandeep for restoration of kerosene Azad, by all the members. Two- minute silence was observed in the oil supply in Suchetgarh honour of the great freedom fighter and candles were also lit. The members highlighted the bravery of national hero Chander Shekhar Azad, who also turned the meaning of the freedom struggle. Chander Shekhar sacrificed his life for the nation, while fighting the British Police. The members appealed to the leaders of today to work with hon- esty and zeal so that the dreams of the martyrs of a prosperous and happy India may be made true. The prominent among those who spoke on the occasion were address this serious issue said it’s the responsibility Vice Chairman Rajiv Mahajan, Top News Report at the earliest. of the government to pro- Top News Report ciation (FFMA) held a programme by Ved Gandotra, Chairman President R.C Puri, Sukhminder RS PURA, Feb 27: Dis- Sensing the seriousness vide all sorts of facilities to on his death anniversary at Dogra FFMA and President JJSF Push- Singh Maini, Karnail Chand, Prof. JAMMU, Feb 27: To remember Shaurya Sthal Ambphalla, here vinder Singh was the chief guest trict Development Council of the matter, Simrandeep the army personnel after S.P Verma, Parbhat Kapahi, Raju their post retirement life. Martyr Chander Shekhar Azad, the today. on the occasion. (DDC) member Suchet- passed direction on the Palwan and others. He also urged the Secretary Freedom Fighters Memorial Asso- The programme was organized Floral tributes were paid with garh, Taranjit Singh Tony spot and asked officials criticized the elected rep- to stop the practice of FCS&CA to restore kero- resentatives of RS Pura for ration curtailment. He also sene supply to the Suchet- BLSKS presents musical depriving the people with pulled up the officials, who garh area as the people of Shiv Sena J&K holds protest curtailment of 300 quintals were involved in this and the area are facing severe of PDS ration per month. warned them of dire con- problems due to non-avail- play ‘Kathothi Main Ganga’ able kerosene oil. The DDC member said sequences. The DDC member said that about 300 quintals of Tony said that people Top News Report against inflation that he had fulfilled his PDS ration were curtailed have been facing hardships commitment by stopping JAMMU, Feb 27: To celebrates the 644th Birth Anni- every month against allot- because many of these curtailment of government versary of Guru Ravidas & to promote the traditional ted quota of 6000 quintals people’s issues are not ration and warned for stop- culture of J&K, Bhartiya Lok Sangeet Kala Sansthan addressed so far due to the for Miran Sahib, RS Pura, page of such practices. (BLSKS) in close coordination, Sangam Tru Art Produc- callous attitude adopted by Suchetgarh and Chakroi. Expressing concern tion & National college of Computer Education presented the previous regimes. He “It’s very unfortunate over the problems being 306th Saturday series Dogri musical play “Kathoti Main said that during the elec- that the public representa- faced by the people, Tony Ganga” at Jammu. tives of these areas were tion campaign of DDCs, The musical play was written, produced and directed assured the villagers that unaware of that due to the people apprised Tony by M.L Dogra and music was assisted by Raju Bajgal, the grievances will be which the general public about this serious issue and Music Instructor. addressed at the earliest. has faced severe hard- at that time he had assured The program was inaugurated by Chief Guest Dr. Anju He said that he will con- that for resolve this issue if Kumari Dogra, Health Department J&K Government. ships” Tony said while tinue to fight for the issue he voted to power. V.K Magotra, Former Regional Director, Directorate interacting with a delega- of people of far flung areas tion of Ration dealers of the Tony also appealed and border residents. He areas who called on him to to Simrandeep Singh further said that he is com- discuss this serious issue. to restore ration quota mitted for the development The visiting delegation for army personnel and will make all possible apprised the DDC member who served the country efforts for the upliftment of about the whole issue and throughout their life. He villagers. urged him to resolve this issue on priority basis as there is serious chaos For Advertisement in Top News Report of petrol and diesel inflation has touching among the people about the sky. this curtailment. JAMMU, Feb 27: Shiv Sena J&K held Top News of J&K He informed that the excise duty on a The DDC member took up protest against sky high price of petrol, liter of petrol is at Rs 32.96 while on diesel the matter with Commis- diesel and LPG. Shiv Sanik slogan against Newspaper Rs 31.83 per liter which is more than the sioner Secretary, FCS&CA union government sky rocketing fuel base fuel price. Department, Simrandeep Please Contact: 9086072548, price warning to bring petroleum prod- Gupta threatened to intensify agitation Singh and narrated him the uct under GST. 9906300707 if the problem of people will not solve at whole nexus, urging him to of Field Publicity, Government of India, Dr. Tara Singh Shiv Sena J&K President Ashwani Gupta, the earliest. Email: [email protected] Charak, Former Deputy Director, Health Department Nathpal Choudary working president, Raj Who were present in the protest include J&K Government were the Guests of Honour. Singh General Secretary, Romesh Gupta Sr Mangu Ram State Secretary, Sanjeev The musical play was highly appreciated by the gen- Vice President, Raju Salariya Vice Presi- Sudan RS Pura President, Mamta Devi, eral public and the chief guest lauded the efforts of the dent Cum Spokesperson addressing the Laba Ram, Jagan Nath, Sunny Kumar, organizers in making such awareness programmes col- protester due to huge increase in the prices Neelam Kumari, Neeti Devi and others. orful and effective and highlighted history of Guru Ravi Das and his teachings . The singers, musician, actors and students of music and computer institute who participated in the musical concert were Usha Handoo , M.C Kotwal, Rajni Gupta, Save J&K, Ladakh UTs from Sanjeev kumar Sodhi, Chahat Chadha, Sant Dass, Kan- chan Malhotra, Bodh Raj, Rakshit Sharma, Ujwal Sharma ‘non-governance’: PTU , Neevan Malhotra, Kajal Sawhney , Bindia Arora, Zaffaar Hussain, Ansh Kumar many others presented enthralled needs costly treatment. performances. Master Deepak Kumar presented vote Singh said fully trained of thanks for successful conduction of the programme. SPOs in automatic weap- ons over 12,000 virtual Police Constables have Army organises science been disengaged by the DGP without any rhyme or reason. This is very seri- model competition ous in the cloudy weather of Jammu, Kashmir, Bali pointed out. Public is facing hardships for want of governance, responsible functionaries in govt offices, hospitals, reportedly are playing truant under one pretext or Udhampur in Jammu Top News Report the other in remote corners province, Singh said that of both provinces. JAMMU, Feb 27: Sewa on ground in these rural Sewa Singh Bali com- Singh Bali, General Secre- areas administration is plained that despite spe- tary, Panthers Trade Union almost nonexistent, seeing cific orders of ADGP to all (PTU) and State President the non serious approach SSPs in the areas, no proper of Body Building Sports of government functionar- security was provided to Association (BBSA) has ies towards the common him and the public meet- Top News Report urged upon the Prime masses in J&K. ings of thousands in num- Minister and Home Min- He complimented gen- bers which he addressed at KISHTWAR, Feb 27: Carrying forward the Student ister of India to save J&K eral population of said various places in Jammu Development Programme, with the aim of promoting Ladakh UTs from “non- remote villages, towns for province. He demanded scientific acumen and equip the new Generation of 21st governance” and bedlam their mutual love and con- strict action against SSP century innovative thinking, ability and creativity, a like situation in the erst- cern for each other. Doda, Ramban for not Science Model Competition was organised by Army at while state degraded to Bali called on the bereaved ensuring security of men, UTs. He was addressing a family of martyred SPO Chhatru, Kishtwar. women, youth who had press conference in Jammu namely Altaf Ahmed resi- The competition received overwhelming response from gathered in the meetings. today. dent of Chadoora District the students. A total of 27 participated in the competition Bali demanded re- Addressing media per- Budgam and expressed and showcase their hidden talent. The students demon- engagement of all the SPOs sons in Jammu after one condolences and sympathy strated functioning of models in an impeccable manner terminated from service on week whirlwind tour of with the wailing family, and registered their scientific approach to resolve the day war footings. Kherikund, Chadoora, very poor with hand to Sarpanch Imtiaz Ahmed, to day challenges. The winners of the competition were Budgam, Srinagar, Baram- mouth living. Needless to Sijita Ram, Farooq Ahmed awarded with prize by Army officials. ulla, Kupwara, Kashmir, mention Martyred Altaf Ganai, Gulam Qazil and This competition has inspired other students in the area Lolab, Sogam, Lasipora in was the only bread earner. Raju were also present in thus promoting a positive outlook among the generation Kashmir, Qazigund, Bani- His mother is suffering the press conference. next. hal, Ukhral, Doda, Batote, from heart disease which

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