Author: Agencies
JAMMU: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday expressed gratitude to Union Home Minister Amit Shah for visiting Jammu to review post-flood rehabilitation measures, saying the visit underscores the seriousness with which the Centre views the crisis. The Chief Minister reiterated that timely relief, rehabilitation, and rebuilding the lives of flood-hit people will remain the government’s top priority. In a post shared by the Office of the Chief Minister, J&K on X, it was stated: “Chief Minister attended the review meeting chaired by Hon’ble Home Minister Shri @AmitShah Ji on the flood situation in J&K.” The post further quoted the CM…
JAMMU: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, who accompanied Union Home Minister Amit Shah earlier today to survey rain and flood-affected areas of Jammu, expressed deep condolences to the bereaved families and assured comprehensive relief measures. “My heart goes out to the families of those who have lost their loved ones and those who have suffered loss of property in this massive natural calamity. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah have assured that every possible effort will be made to provide immediate relief, restore buildings, roads and other infrastructure, and extend all necessary assistance to help affected families rebuild…
SAMBA: Police in Jammu and Kashmir’s Samba district have arrested two gunmen for allegedly opening fire at a man, who narrowly escaped unhurt. The accused have been identified as Rohit Dogra and his associate Satish Kumar, officials said on Monday. According to police, a written complaint was lodged at Samba Police Station by Amit Padha of Diani village, stating that Rohit Dogra, along with another person, opened fire on him late Saturday night. Acting swiftly, police registered a case and arrested the main accused, Rohit. On his disclosure, a pistol was recovered. His associate, Satish Kumar, was also arrested. Police…
JAMMU: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday reviewed the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir and reiterated the Centre’s zero-tolerance policy against terrorism. Chairing a high-level meeting at Raj Bhavan, Jammu, the Home Minister directed all security agencies to remain on high alert and ensure close coordination to eliminate terrorism from the Union Territory. The meeting was attended by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Union Home Secretary, Director IB, Chief Secretary J&K, DGP J&K, heads of CAPFs, and senior officers, an official spokesperson said. While taking stock of the overall security scenario, the Home Minister appreciated the efforts of the…
JAMMU: In a grand celebration of India’s industrial resurgence, the Bharat Global Industries Forum (BGIF) hosted its landmark mega event at the iconic Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Rooted in the ethos of the Swadeshi Jagran Manch and dedicated to shaping India’s industrial future, the forum brought together leading industrialists, policymakers, innovators, and change-makers in a showcase of the nation’s march toward self-reliance and global prominence. The event witnessed the presence of eminent dignitaries, including Dr. Vikramjit Singh Sahney, MP (Rajya Sabha); A.S. Mittal, Vice Chairman, Sonalika Tractors; Madhusudan, Vice-President, Haldiram’s; Bhupendra Yadav, Union Cabinet Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate…
LEH: The Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, today reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of the UT Ladakh Administration towards the speedy restoration and holistic development of flood-affected areas in the region. He said that every possible measure is being taken to rehabilitate affected families and rebuild damaged infrastructure with a long-term vision of resilience and sustainability. The Lt Governor made these remarks while interacting with a delegation led by Konchok Stanzin, Councillor from Chushul, at the LG Secretariat. He assured the delegation that the Administration is working in mission mode to ensure timely redressal of grievances and restoration of normalcy.…
JAMMU: More than 5,000 civilians were rescued and 21 tonnes of relief material was provided to the people in Jammu, Punjab and Himachal Pradesh affected by floods, the army said on Monday. The Western Command of the Indian Army has been conducting extensive Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations in the flood-affected states. A total of 47 columns including army aviation and Indian Air Force helicopters were activated along with formation engineers, medical and communication resources to provide immediate relief, an officer said. The information was given at a press conference addressed by Major General Puneet Ahuja and Colonel Iqbal…
NEW DELHI: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh launched the High-Performance Biomanufacturing Platforms under the BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment and Employment) Policy, calling the initiative a key step in positioning India as a global hub for biotechnology-led growth. Speaking at an interactive meet of the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) and BIRAC with industry stakeholders at India International Centre here, Dr. Jitendra Singh said, “India now accounts for 21 out of the 121 Bio-Companies globally. This…
A powerful overnight earthquake has killed at least 800 people and injured at least 2,800 in eastern Afghanistan, according to a statement from the Taliban-run government. The tremor, measuring 6.0 on the Richter scale, was recorded at 11:47 pm local time (12:47 am IST), according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). Rescue operations are ongoing in the hardest-hit areas. The quake’s epicentre was located at latitude 34.50N and longitude 70.81E, at a depth of 160 km in eastern Afghanistan. The shaking was felt across large parts of the region, including Pakistan and northern India, where residents in Delhi-NCR and…
LEH: India ushered in a historic reform of its criminal justice system on July 1, 2024, with the implementation of three new laws — Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA). These laws replace colonial-era legislation with a modern framework aimed at ensuring faster justice, empowering victims, harnessing technology, and safeguarding citizens’ rights. This was stated by the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Kavinder Gupta, while inaugurating a two-day exhibition on the new criminal laws organised by Ladakh Police at the Arya Nagarjuna Auditorium, Central Institute of Buddhist Studies (CIBS), Choglamsar. He was accompanied…