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02 die, 13 injured in road mishaps Srinagar, Aug 8: Two persons died and thirteen others were injured in different road accidents across the valley. An Army vehicle of 22 Raj Rifles, Camp Dawer Gurez that was on way from Bandipora to Gurez fell into a Nalla near Tragbal, in the jurisdiction of police station Pethkote, Bandipora, resulting in injuries to four army personnel. All the injured were shifted to Army Hospital, Badami Bagh Srinagar where Rifleman Ram Niwas succumbed to his injuries. Bandipora police has registered a case in this regard. Meanwhile, an L.P Truck bearing registration number JK02AB/3873 hit a Maruti car bearing registration number JK18/7312 on NHW near FCI Mir Bazar, in the jurisdiction of police post Mir Bazar, Kulgam, resulting in injuries to eight passengers. Among the injured persons Ashok Kumar son of Jodh Ram resident of Jammu succumbed to his injuries at District Hospital, Anantnag. Kulgam police has registered a case in this regard. See Mishaps On PG 11..
Body fished out from Jhelum in Srinagar Srinagar, Aug 8 : Srinagar police fished out the body of 65 years old Mohammad Sultan Kumar resident of Chandgam, Pulwama from river Jhelum near Ganpatyar, in the jurisdiction of police station Maisuma, Srinagar. The deceased drowned in river Jhelum near Maisuma Bund, Budshah Bridge few days back. After completing all legal formalities the body of deceased was handed over to his relatives for last rites. (KNS)
Road-widening project ‘Illegal shops coming up to claim govt compensation’ Srinagar, Aug 8: With the ambitious road-widening project in offing from Rainawari to Saidakadal in Srinagar city, the ‘illegal and temporary’ shops are coming up in haphazard manner on the roadsides to have a claim on the government compensation. Locals alleged that such constructions are coming up with the consent of the officials of Road and Buildings Department. “We have reports and proof how R&B officials are encouraging these people to come up with illegal structures to get a share from them after they (encroachers) receive compensation from the government,” they told CNS. The locals said that for each construction See Illegal On PG 11..
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3 intruders killed, operation on Srinagar, Aug 8: Three intruders were killed in an ongoing encounter along Line of Control (LoC) in Tanghdar sector of north Kashmir’s Kupwara district on Friday. Official sources told GNS that army’s 3/1 GR, 5/5 GR and 20 RR launched a massive hunt to combat with the suspected militants who had reportedly infiltrated in this side near Gagadori in the sector last week. “The group of 6-7 intruders reportedly managed to sneak into this side on July 31 last month and they were hiding in the area since then”, sources said. On August 6 when the army’s 3/1 GR cordoned off the whole Gaga dori area near Eagle Post following the suspicious movement, the militant group hiding in the area opened heavy fire with sophisticated weapons killing one of the soldier Naik Damoder Thapa. Following the killing of army soldier, army’s 3/1
GR alongwith extra contingent of forces including 5/5 GR and 20 RR launched a hunt to track down the militant group, sources said. “Early today morning as the joint team was conducting searches in the upper belt of Gagdori forest close to the Line of Control, the intruders opened heavy fire upon the forces ensuing a fierce gun battle that lasted for more than three hours”, they said. During the exchange of gunfire, three intruders have been killed, they said. Meanwhile, a senior army official confirmed to GNS that three militants have been killed and all the three bodies have been recovered along with the arms and ammunition. “The identity of the slain militants is yet to be ascertained”.“The operation in the area is still in progress as there were intelligence reports of about 6-7 militants intruded in the area”, he said. (GNS)
Vikramaditya to play important role in state’s political discourse: Mufti Jammu, Aug 8 : Vikramaditya Singh, elder son of former Sadar-e-Rasayat Dr Karan Singh, today joined Peoples Democrat-
ic Party (PDP) in an impressive function here this afternoon in the presence of thousands of people, who came from different parts of Jammu region to attend
GoC Chinar Corps visits Baltal Srinagar, Aug 8 : Lieutenant General Subrata Saha, GOC Chinar Corps visited Baltal today and took stock of the security situation towards the conclusion of the Amarnath Yatra along the northern route. He was briefed by the Commanding Officer of the Unit deployed on the Baltal route regarding the latest inputs and was assured that all troops were in a state of high alert. According to a statement issued to KNS, the General Officer Commanding also took a feedback from the Commanding Officer regarding future improvements for the Yatra based on their experience. He later met the Commandant CRPF, Commandant BSF, SP Yatra and Camp Director, Baltal and took their views for better conduct of the Yatra next year. He was fully satisfied with the security arrangements and was confident that the final phase of the Yatra will be executed smoothly. (KNS)
Govt hands over PHE embezzlement case to Crime Branch Srinagar, Aug 8 : As the state government did not accept his resignation Muzaffar Lankar Chief Engineer PHE who had levelled allegations of misbehaviour against Choudhry Ramzan, minister for CAPD on Friday resumed his duties in the evening. Talking to KNS, Nazir Gurezi, minister of state for PHE, said there was no question of seeking apologies in the matter and it was on the directions of the Chief Minister Omar Abdullah that he intervened in the matter. “The government has already rejected the resignation of Lanker. I hold a detailed meeting with Lanker who agreed to my request and joined back his duties,” Gurezi told KNS. He informed that the government has handed over the investigations into Ramhal water supply scheme embezzlement to IGP Crime who will submit his report to the government within a fortnight. Gurezi added that the government has constituted a high level committee to probe the allegations of embezzlement. Meanwhile, Muzaffar Lanker, the CE PHE confirmed to
the function. PDP patron Mufti Mohammad Sayeed and president of the party, Mehbooba Mufti formally inducted Vikramaditya Singh into the party and welcomed him in the PDP. Addressing the function to welcome Vikramaditya in the party, Muft Mohammad Sayeed said he was extremely delighted with this joining. “It is not a routine joining function. Today’s development is going to change political discourse of the State because this event would be a turning point in cementing relations between Jammu and Kashmir regions”, Mufti observed and asked Vikramaditya to play an important to change history of J&K. Without naming any political party, Mufti regretted political leaders, both at the Centre and State level, has miserable failed to remove the inter-regional trust deficit in J&K. “Instead of bridging the gap, some political parties, for petty gains, have further widen this divide”, he regretted. He hoped with the joining of Vikramaditya PDP’s campaign to change destiny of See Mufti On PG 11..
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ucation Officer Baramulla in consultation with the Deputy Commissioner of the district has lodged a complaint against DySP Special Operation Group for allegedly thrashing Vice Principal and lecturer of Government Higher Secondary School Kreeri Pattan in North Kashmir’s Baramulla district. Chief Education Officer Baramulla told CNS that amid strike and tense situation in Kreeri on Friday, DySP SOG in civvies barged into the Higher Secondary School premises at 9:10 in the morning when there were no students present in the School. “The said police official without any provocation thrashed lecturer Urdu Basharat Hafeez and Vice Principal Tanvir Ahmed Aaga without any provocation and threatened them of
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dire consequence. This police officer tried to scare the Higher Secondary staff and violated all norms of law. We have registered a complaint against him and we have also apprised DC Baramulla about the incident,” he said. Vice Principal Government Higher Secondary School Kreeri Tanvir Aaga told CNS that the trashing was unprovoked and the police officer behaved like a ‘goon’. “There was shutdown in Kreeri Pattan against the death of local youth. An SOG police officer entered into the Higher Secondary and assaulted me and another lecturer physically and it is unfortunate that he also abused us when we revealed our identity,” he said. Soon after the incident, the Higher Secondary staff informed the higher authority about the incident while the District Teachers Forum sought stringent punishment to the ‘erring’ police officer. “It is not the first See Police On PG 11..
KNS that Gurezi visited his residence in the morning and sought apologies on behalf of the Chief Minister Omar Abdullah for the humiliation he had to face at the hands of Choudhry Ramzan. “Mr Gurezi sought apologies on
PHE employees stage protest against CAPD Minister
Srinagar, August 08: Day after Chief Engineer of Public Health Engineering (PHE) Ahmad Muzaffar Lankar resigned; hundreds of PHE employees on Friday staged a protest against See PHE On PG 11..
behalf of the Chief Minister in presence of Engineering Association Coordination Committee members,” Lanker told KNS. He said that has resumed his duties in the evening.Pertinently, on Aug 7, Ramzan had disclosed See Govt On PG 11..
Protests, clashes, shutdown in parts of Valley, 8 policemen hurt ‘NC flag torched outside Jamia Masjid’ Srinagar, August 08: Hun-
dreds of youth on Friday afternoon held protests and clashed with government forces in various parts of Kashmir resulting in injuries to 8 policemen. Eyewitnesses told GNS that soon after Friday prayers, dozens of youth assembled near the gate of Jamia Masjid in Nowhatta area of Old City and started anti-Israel and anti-India sloganeering. “The youths also shouted slogans in favour of Palestine and one of the youths was holding a Palestine flag,” they said. On the occasion, an eyewitness said: “A protester torched flag of ruling National Conference amid pro-freedom slogans.” Soon after the protest, youths clashed with po-
Srinagar, Aug 8: In a scathing attack on Provincial President National Conference for Kashmir province, ‘disgruntled’ party leader who has been served show cause notice to clear his position over his anti-party remarks, Abdul Rasheed Shaheen Friday said that Nasir Aslam Wani has no authority to seek explanation from him as he is the most junior worker of the party who got so much hype due to ‘kindness’ of Omar Abdullah. He claimed that soon Sheikh Mustafa Kamal will also leave the party as he has already realized the follies committed by party leadership. “Kamal knows that at present National Conference leadership is pursuing anti-Shiekh Abdullah
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lice and paramilitary personal which continued till evening, they added. Meanwhile, the shutdown against ‘militant’s’ death in Palhallan village of north Kashmir’s Baramulla district continued for third with youth clashing with police and paramilitary forces after Friday prayers. In Baramulla town, at least seven policemen were injured when violent clashes between youth and government forces rocked the town after anti-Israel protests on Friday afternoon. Eyewitnesses told GNS that soon after Friday prayers, dozens of youth took to streets and held anti-Israel and pro-Palestine protests. The protesters torched flags of Israel and denounced Zionist aggression. After protests, the youths appeared on Khanpora Bridge and hurled rocks on government See Protest On PG 11..
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policies and I am dead sure that he will also quit the party in near future,” Shaheen told CNS adding that Nasir Aslam Wani is responsible for destruction of the party. Shaheen said that how come a junior most party work was assigned the top position in the party. “How dare Wani to seek explanation from me,” he said. Shaheen revealed that he had already conveyed to NC leadership that party will be decimated in the Parliament elections. I had told them they will not get votes in North Kashmir even during a closedoor party meeting, NC workers raised anti-party slogans and advised me to leave the party. He said that Coalition government over past five years have done noting and contrary this government harassed youth and added problems of the people. See Shaheen On PG 11..
Srinagar, Aug 8: As the first batch of Haj pilgrims is scheduled to leave on August 27, the issues related to the private tour operators in Jammu and Kashmir are yet to be resolved. Meanwhile, J&K Awami Ittehad Front President today took up the issues of Hajj Pilgrimage quota related to private tour operators for Jammu and Kashmir with the Union Home Minister during a meeting in New Delhi. “The government of India has not yet granted the Hajj quota 2014 to the tour & travel agencies, due to which the people attached to the tour & travel agencies are facing lot of problems because the Hajj session 2014 is about to begin in the last week of this Month” AIF President Rabia Baji in a statement issued to GNS said. Baji took up the issue with the Home Minister Rajnath Singh and discussed all the related is-
sues regarding the issue and the problems faced by the people, the statement said. “The Home Minister said that this process has stopped due to the Supreme Court orders and the government is waiting for the court orders”. The Home Minister said that we are working on the issue and will complete all the necessary process before the commencement of the Hajj pilgrimage, the statement said. Rabia Baji urged the Home Minister that the issue should be solved as soon as possible as Hajj is an important and compulsory organ of Islam and lot of people are suffering due to the issue, the statement said. The statement further said the Home Minster assured Baji, that he will personally examine the issue so that it could get solved at an earliest. “Baji also took up the See Hajj On PG 11..
Female Para-Medical students protest against ‘wrong paper’ Srinagar, Aug 8: Dozens of Paramedical female students pursuing three years “General Nursing Midwifery” courses Friday protested against Government Medical College authorities for providing them wrong question paper in the examination. The students during a protest in Press Enclave Srinagar told CNS that they had to appear in the 2nd paper (Medical Surgical B) of the
3rd year exams but where provided with the paper that was out of our level and the questions mentioned in the paper were not related to the subject. They accused GMC of callous approach towards them saying, “First they do not hold exams and when they do it is half hearted and full of flaws,” one of the protestor said and See Female On PG 11..
Implement Rehbar-e-Khel Unemployed physical education teachers stage protest Srinagar, Aug 8: Urging Omar Abdullah led coalition authorities to adjust them on ReT pattern of recruitment, hundreds of qualified youth from the Physical Education subject held protest demonstrations in summer capital Srinagar on Tuesday. The protesters said that
they that have completed their post-graduation in physical education and are unemployed from the last several years. They urged the authorities to adjust them as Rehbar-e-Taleem teachers were given the employment. See Implement On PG 11..
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a scam of in Rs 5.84 Crores water supply scheme in Public Health Engineering department. The NC senior leader and minister for CAPD had informed KNS that he had pursued a water supply scheme for Ramhal area of Kupwara district and got it approved from the government of India some three years ago. “This scheme was meant for 35 villages of Ramhal block. But not a single village out 35 covered under the scheme is benefited. These entire village are suffering acute scarcity of drinking water,” Choudhry told KNS. When asked about the total embezzlement in the scheme, Choudhary had informed: “I don’t know where the money of this scheme has gone.”The NC minister also informed: “When I asked the Mr Lankar to explain about the failure of the Ramhal scheme, he lost his cool and threw papers around and walked out of the meeting and told me that I was questioning his integrity.” He however, added that the PHE minister had also asked Lanker to explain his position but he failed to do so. “He (Lanker) was only trying to shield PHE officers and was not able to explain with any logical reason,” Choudhry had told KNS. (KNS)
PHE Consumer Affairs and Public Distribution (CAPD) Minister Chowdhary Ramzan who had allegedly abused the Chief Engineer. The PHE employees assembled at Srinagar’s Press Enclave and raised slogans against the Minister. The employees demanded ‘unconditional apology’ from the Minister and extended their support to Lankar. The employees said the Minister had used unparliamentarily language against the Chief Engineer and he must apologize. “Lankar is an honest officer and we stand by him,” they said. Meanwhile, reports said the resignation of the Chief Engineer has been rejected by the government and he has been asked to continue as Chief Engineer PHE. (GNS)
Mufit the people of J&K would be further intensified. Party president Mehbooba Mufti, while speaking on the occasion, said that Vikramaditya has to play an important role to address aspirations of the people of Jammu region. “You have to shoulder greater responsibility and you have to represent Jammu’s wishes and aspirations”, she said and assured the gathering that PDP will come up with an exclusive vision document for the over-all growth of Jammu region. Mehbooba, who visited Jammu first time after winning Lok Sabha elections, said that results of Parliament polls were an indication that change was imminent in J&K. “We want that Jammu should be part of movement for change”, she said and reminded the people that Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, as chief minister of the State, had set an example of good governance by treating all regions and sub-regions equally. Addressing the function, Vikramaditya Singh, who spoke in Dogri, said, “I joined PDP by convictions not compulsion. It will be my endeavour to strive for cause of the common people”. “Jammu and Kashmir is very close to my heart. I
have been closely observing the politics and developing scenario in the State for many years. It grieves me to see how Jammu region has been systematically marginalized and sidelined over the years” he said, adding, “As a person whose family has been closely associated with the history of the State and as a proud citizen of India, I have decided to enter the political arena in our State to try and bring about a change”. Reaffirming his commitment to work for the upliftment of people, he said, “My vision for Jammu is clear. I would like to see a realistic master plan for the development and growth of the entire Jammu region especially the far-flung and backward Kandi areas”. “I would like to see greater industrialization in areas linked to the railheads like Kathua, Basholi, Billawar and Hiranagar”, he said, adding, “I would also like to see a new tourism development plan for Jammu region for the areas like Patnitop, Bhaderwah, Kishtwar and the Mugal Road”. Pointing toward problem of unemployment in J&K, Vikramaditya said, “it is vital to understand the aspirations and goals of the large population of youth in J&K. This very important segment of our society is disgruntled and is looking for leadership that understands these expectations. It is our responsibility to provide a safe and secure future to our younger generations”. Giving reason to choose PDP to enter political areana, Vikramaditya said, “Mufti Mohammad Sayeed as Chief Minister sought to provide equal development in different regions of the State. He took measures towards integration of the State. He is a man of great wisdom who enjoys respect of the people of the State”. “There is a generation shift in Indian politics. Mehbooba ji and I are part of that change. I appeal the youth to come forward and join hands us in our developmental agenda for Jammu”, he said. Observing that joining PDP is a big challenge, he said, “PDP leadership has offered me the platform to join the party and look after the welfare and the aspirations of the people of State, especially the Jammu region. I feel that I have both the right and obligation to do so. I accept this challenge with humility”. Eminent economist, Hasib Drabu, in his address, said that Vikramaditya Singh has joined PDP with conviction to serve the people. He said that Vikramaditya has started his political career under the guidance of Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, who has a vision for the whole State. Earlier Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, Mehbooba Mufti and Vikramaditya were accorded rousing reception by the people, who showered flower petals on them when they reached the venue.
Protest forces. “The youths resorted to intense stone-pelting on policemen. Police responded by lobbing tearsmoke shells they continued hurling stones,” an eyewitness, Zahoor Hussain, told GNS. A police official told GNS that seven policemen sustained injuries during massive stone-pelting. “However, police exercised maximum restraint,” he said. The clashes were going when last reports came in. In Kreeri, where the Palhallan youth was found dead in a residential house, clashes between protesters and government forces left a policeman injured. Local sources told GNS that violent clashes rocked the area after which extra-contingent of forces was deployed in the area. In Sopore town, youths attacked the bunker of paramilitary Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) at SBI building and hurled rocks on it ensuing clashes. The youths, however, dispersed later. (GNS)
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Hajj issue of foreign medical trained doctors who are not allowed to practice in India because they have not been allotted the practice license by the Medical Council of India and Baji urged the Home Minster that this issue should be solved so that the foreign doctors could practice in India”, the statement added. Pertinently, the Indian government had Wednesday warned that unless private tour operators stop “trying to maximise” their personal interest at the cost of pilgrims, all those going with the help of them “may suffer”. While arrangements of 120,000 people going through the Haj Committee, where the Indian government makes all arrangements, have been made, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) had said there are issues with 36,000 pilgrims who would be going through private tour operators. The quota of Indian nationals who will go to the Haj this year is 156,000 and the first batch of Haj pilgrims is scheduled to leave on August 27. “The matter is now with the Supreme Court but unless the private tour operators review their position, it is going to be extremely difficult for them to meet the requirements of the Saudi government and they may well lose the opportunity to send Indian pilgrims to Saudi Arabia through their aegis,” the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) had said. (GNS)
Police time that this officer tried to scare people but in past as well he has abused his power and position,” District president Teachers Forum said. Reports said that on the instructions of higher authorities, top police and administrative officials reached on spot to pacify the staffer and students of the Higher Secondary. Additional SP Baramulla told CNS that there was some disturbance in the area while some youth after pelting stones had entered into the Higher Secondary premises. “We are investigating the matter,” the matter. SDPO Pattan said that the allegations leveled by the School staff are being verified. “These are allegations and needs to the verified and investigated,” he said. (CNS)
chief minister’s office where officials assured them of taking up the matter with the chief minister. (CNS)
Mishaps In another accident, an ECO vehicle bearing registration number JK05D/0838 hit and injured 11 years old Shahid Showkat Dar resident of Nowpora at Nowpora crossing, in the jurisdiction of police station Sopore. The injured was shifted to Sub District Hospital, Sopore for treatment. Sopore police has registered a case in this regard. In another accident, a Tata Sumo bearing registration number JK09/5950 turned turtle at Khudi, in the jurisdiction of police station Sogam, resulting in injuries to two passengers Saif-u-Din Khatana and Abdul Rashid Khatana residents of Khodi. Both the injured have been shifted to Sub District Hospital, Kupwara for treatment. Kupwara police has registered in this regard. (KNS)
Illegal government has decided to pay Rs 10 lakhs to the owner and in a bid to lay hands on government compensation, “some people have started raising illegal shops right from Rainawari to Saidakadal,” they said and demanded immediate halt to these constructions. Refuting these allegations, an R&B official said that only those people are entitled for government compensation whose names figure in survey conducted by government during the time of initiative. He added that there is no nexus between R&B and these people and it is the job of other agencies to dismantle the illegal constructions. (CNS)
Shaheen “National Conference destroyed Kashmir by pursuing anti-Sheikh Muhammad Abdullah policies. Party leadership should first understand the philosophy of Sheikh and then run the party. Arrogance and autocracy is bound to cease one day,” he said. (CNS)
Female demanded re-examination. They said that the duration of their course is 3 years while already 4 years have lapsed. “After this shock the GMC gave us another shock by providing us wrong papers while the Principal Government Medical College is in no mood to address our problem,” they alleged. Raising slogans against the authorities, students demanded that the government take note of the flaws that are ruining their career. Principal GMC Dr Rafiq Pampori blamed institutes of North Kashmir for not imparting proper teaching to these students. “Nowhere form Jammu and Kashmir we received such complaint. Actually the institutes where they received education have not taught them and yet we are finding ways and means to redress their problem,” he said.
Implement “We want government to implement Rehbar-e-Khel on the pattern of Rehbar-e-Taleem,” a protestor Hilal Ahmed said. They stated that they met education and physical education ministers and urged them to end their woes. The protestors told CNS that they had approached the
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Raina News Agency Gund Kangan Rashid News Agency Dalgate Hilal News Agency Budgam Bhat News Agency Chadoora Zargar News Agency Kunzar Bashir News Agency Sumbal Saleem News Agency PattanJAMMU, AUGUST 08:- The 4th District Level Science Exhibition 2014 unReyaz News Agency Pampore der Innovation in Science Pursuit for Javaid News Agency Qazigund Inspire Research (INSPIRE) Award G.M News Agency Sopore Scheme of Ministry of Science and TechSultansatisfaction News Agency expressed onHandwara nology Government of India concluded the progress of proposed Sheikh News Agency Islamabad here today. project and directed the The two days exhibition was orgaThree Way News Agency Tral concern officers to keepBijbehara nized by DIET Jammu at Government Badru News Agency in mind the futuristic Girls Higher Secondary School Shastri Malik News Agency Arwani requirements while conNagar Jammu. Shaheen Agency Kargil structing thisNews prestigious Director school Education Jammu,
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related to the construction of proposed Auditorium complex at Kishtwar here today.Commissioner/Secretary, Tourism and Culture, Shailendra Kumar, Secretary, Academy of Art, Culture & Languages, Haroon Rashid, Chief Architect, J & K, General Manager, SICOP and other concerned officers attended the meeting. The meeting was
ments. The proposed Auditorium will comprise 2 museums, 1 seminar hall, 2 green rooms and an art gallery for the facilities of the visitors. It was further informed that all necessary formalities have been completed for the purpose and construction activities will commence soon after laying formal foundation by the authorities.The Minister
MLA convenes meeting of officers/PRIs REASI, AUGUST 08: To review the achievements made by various departments and listen to problems of the people in his constituency, MLA Reasi, Baldev Raj Sharma convened a joint meeting of officers, Sarpanchs, Panchs of different panchayats and prominent citizens of Reasi town on Friday. Officers and engineers from different departments including PWD, PHE, PDD, Irrigation, CAPD, Health, RDD, Municipality, Forest, members of PRIs besides prominent citizens of Reasi town were present in the meeting.The problems and demands put forth by the inhabitants and representatives of the area included repair of roads, new ration depot, construction of lane and drainage, uninterrupted power supply, shortage of drinking water supply, repair of PHE pipeline, sanction of old age pension cases of eligible beneficiaries etc. The problems and demands put forth by the inhabitants and representatives of the area included repair of roads, new ration depot, construction of lane and drainage, uninterrupted power supply, shortage of drinking water supply, repair of PHE pipeline, sanction of old age pension cases of eligible beneficiaries etc.After giving patient hearing to the problems and demands of the representatives of the areas, Baldev Sharma issued instructions to the officers concerned to mitigate problems of people. He also asked the PHE department for necessary repair of main holes, cleanliness of water tanks whenever required.
Palestinian factions had not agreed to extend the truce, but would continue negotiations in Cairo. Islamic Jihad blamed Israel for rejecting Palestinian demands, adding Israel “will not get through politics what it had failed to get on the battlefield”. The Palestinians had wanted Israel to agree in principle to demands which include a lifting of the blockade on the Gaza Strip, the release of prisoners and the opening of a sea port. The armed wing of Hamas released a statement late on Thursday warning Palestinian negotiators not to agree to an extension unless Israel offered concessions. has shown little interest in easing its naval blockade of Gaza and controls on overland traffic and airspace, suspecting Hamas could restock with weapons from abroad. Israel’s Strategic Affairs Minister Yuval Steinitz, speaking on Army Radio, raised the prospect of Israel relaunching a ground operation it halted on
building. He emphasized the need for paying special attention to deal with the challenge of earth quake and make use of the necessary objects meant for the purpose so that no harm is caused to the structure due to earth quake. The Minister also directed the Commissioner/Secretary to ensure funds for the construction of entire project.
4th District level Science Exhibition-2014 concludes
H.R. Pakhroo was the Chief Guest while Chief Education Officer Jammu Mr Tarsem Lal and Chief Education Officer Udhampur were the guests of honour on the occasion. In this Exhibition 5 students in each District were selected on merit basis for participating further in the State Level Exhibition. About 141 models were displayed during the exhibition by the students. In order to seed and experience the joy of innovation, every year school children in the age-group of 10 to 15 years i.e., 6th
SRINAGAR, AUGUST 8: The construction work on 11 km long main tunnel at Baltal, on SrinagarLeh national highway, would be started shortly while the BEACON, the executing agency of the work, has received forest and environment clearance of the project. This assurance was given by the Chief Engineer, BEACON at a meeting held under the chair of the Minister for Forests and Environment, Mian Altaf Ahmad here today. The meeting was convened to review the status of project and remove the
to 10th standards are being identified for the INSPIRE Award. Each student will get an amount of Rs 5000 for making a Project and transportation cost for displaying the exhibits/ project in the exhibition. Director School Education was highly impressed by the hard work put in by the students in the Exhibition and appreciated their scientific skills and talent. Roshan Lal Gupta I/C Principal DIET Jammu in his welcome address said that the scheme is beneficial for the students as it provides them an opportunity to exhibit their talent. Principal DIET Kud (Udhampur) J.M. Tharmat also spoke on the occasion and highlighted the achievements of DIET Kud. A team of faculty members from DIET Assam also visited Science Exhibition and interacted with the students. Faculty members appreciated the efforts put in by the students in preparation of innovative Models/Projects.
Civil Services Examination qualifiers from J&K meet Governor
SRINAGAR, AUGUST 8: All the candidates from J&K who have succeeded in getting selected to the Civil Services, consequent to the all India Civil Services Examination held in 2013, met Mr. N.N. Vohra, Governor, here at the Raj Bhavan today. These successful candidates included Mr. Aabid Sidiq Shah, Mr. Bashir Ahmad Bhat, Mr. Raja Yaqoob, Mr. Shakeel Maqbool Yatoo, Mr. Owais Ahmad Rana, Mr. Kamaru-Zaman Choudry, Mr. Afaq Ahmad Giri and Mr. Vikrant Bhushan. The Governor interacted with each of these lucky young men and congratulated them on their prestigious entry into the various Central and All India Services. He advised them to acquaint themselves closely with
impediment affecting the progress of the project. Secretary Forests, Chief Wildlife Warden, Chief Conservator of Forests, Kashmir besides other senior officers from forest and BEACON were present on the occasion. The meeting discussed in detail various aspects of the project and the measures need to be taken to ensure early commencement of work on this prestigious project aimed to provide all weather road connectivity to the people of Kashmir and Ladakh. Underlining need for expediting the project, the Minister asked the authorities of BEACON forest department to keep close coordination in order to take forward the project work smoothly. He said once this vital link is completed, the people of Ladakh and Kashmir regions would travel on the road throughout the year. Underlining need for expediting the project, the Minister
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HOROSCOPE Aries
March 21-April 19
Don’t discount your ability to be extremely resourceful if you need to be, Aries. If you don’t have everything you need or all of the required information, take time to think. Who can you ask? What places can you access? Who might know where you can find what you need? Rather than panic because the pieces aren’t all there, instead make a list of contacts and go for it. Trust in yourself.
Taurus April 20-May 20
Try not to let today’s blues get you down, Taurus. While it’s true that some days can seem to drag on, the busier you are the faster time will pass. Get down to finishing any work still before you and then make plans for tonight. If there’s a light at the end of the tunnel, not only will things seem to speed up but you’ll feel better knowing it’s coming.
Gemini May 21-June 21
Dare to be different, Gemini. It can be so easy to fall into a drill. Sleeping at the same time, eating at the same time, wearing the same style, and going about work the same way day after day. Before you know it, you feel like you’re in a rut. The only way to get away from this is to make a decision to break free by doing something unique. Try a new haircut. Wear colors that are unusual for you. If the need is there, consider a new career. Pursue expansion.
Cancer June 22-July 22
If your lifestyle is considerably different than that of others, resist feeling self-conscience about it today, Cancer. Try to remember that you chose the life you have for specific reasons. Even if you’ve come to a point where you’re considering a change, there’s no need to feel badly, ashamed, or embarrassed about where you are now. Everyone has to make his or her own way. If this conforms to the norm, that’s fine. If it doesn’t, that’s fine, too.
Leo
July 23-August 22 An enhanced feeling of determination could motivate you today, Leo. Finish the things that aren’t complete and make some plans for this evening. Don’t hesitate to take on something that feels complicated or big. Chances are you’ll be able to handle most anything and it will feel great when it’s finished. Enjoy your day by making the most of opportunity.
Virgo
August 23-September 22
Feeling the effects of today’s energies, Virgo? Take heart if this is the case, because the end of the tunnel isn’t as far away as it seems. Do your best to take things one step at a time and see about making some plans for a little fun this evening. Get together with friends or take in a movie. Help yourself feel better by staying busy and focused and follow up with some recreation. Before you know it, the aspect will pass and you’ll be back to normal.
Libra
September 23-October 23 Consider making some plans for a vacation or short getaway, Libra. Looking forward to something fun can make even the toughest of days far easier to handle. You’ll be amazed how much you can manage when there’s an end in plain sight. Your entire attitude can lighten. So take the bull by the horns and create an incentive for yourself. Do something special to reward the hard work you do day after day.
Scorpio
October 24-November 21 Don’t judge someone if he or she has a different lifestyle than what you consider to be OK, Scorpio. You probably lean toward the traditional, yet not everyone feels this way about relationships, working, or lifestyle. While it may seem impossible to understand and even frighten you, try not to be too harsh on those you deem odd. You’d be better off using that energy to keep your own life on track.
Sagittarius November 22-December 21
the demands of the jobs they were likely to be assigned on completion of their training courses, and work honestly and devotedly to render efficient services for the promotion of
Work on 11 km tunnel at Baltal to commence shortly
Mian Altaf reviews progress of tunnel projects
Tuesday and “taking control of the Gaza Strip in order to topple the Hamas regime”. women with her baby prepares to leave her destroyed home amid ruins in the Shejaia neighbourhood in Gaza City. (Reuters Photo) But Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has shown little inclination to do so. In Gaza, some families who had returned to their homes in the northern town of Beit Hanoun during the ceasefire gathered their belongings and headed back to the United Nations shelters where they had sought refuge over the past few weeks.Beit Hanoun resident Yamen Mahmoud, a 35-yearold father of four, said: “Today I am fleeing again, back to displacement. I am not against resistance but we need to know what to do. Is it war or peace?” Gaza officials say the war has killed 1,875 Palestinians, most of them civilians. Hamas said on Thursday it had executed an unspecified number of Palestinians as Israeli spies.
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asked the authorities of BEACON forest department to keep close coordination in order to take forward the project work smoothly. He said once this vital link is completed, the people of Ladakh and Kashmir regions would travel on the road throughout the year. Mian Altaf said that remaining Srinagar-Leh highway closed consecutively for several months during winter badly affects the economy of the people of the area. He said the priority of the Government was to ensure start work on the project early for the benefit of the people of both the sides.The Minister asked the Chief Engineer to settle all the payment claims pending with them on account of land compensation. Pleading for forest clearance of certain other projects, the Chief Engineer said the payment cases have been taken up with higher authorities of the Organization and will be settled in due course.
welfare of all our people. He wished them bright career ahead. Mr. Rakesh K. Gupta, Principal Secretary to the Governor, was present on the occasion.
Training programme for Hajis on Aug 10 POONCH, AUGUST 08:- The second phase of orientation/training programme for prospective Hajis, selected for Haj, 2014 in district Poonch will be organized on Sunday August 10th.District administration Poonch in collaboration with Jammu and Kashmir State Haj Committee will organize a day long training session at town hall Poonch where Hajis from all the tehsils of the district will assemble.
Attention Fair Price Shop dealers of Kathua
KATHUA, AUGUST 08:- As per the hand out issued by Assistant Director Consumer affairs and Public distribution, Kathua all the private fair price shop dealers operating in Kathua District for Distribution of PDS food grains and other Essential commodities have been directed to surrender their fair price shop licenses (Original) with the Assistant Director CA&PD Kathua .The fair price shop dealers who are matriculate and qualifying the prescribed age limit of 45 years (As on 1-01-2014) have also been directed to produce proof of their qualification and age , state subject Certificate and Furnish the attested copies of requisite certificate to the Assistant Director,CA&PD Department Kathua.
Friends seeking advice or a shoulder to cry on could be plentiful today, Sagittarius. You’re one of best people to give them the support and care they need. Just be sure that you don’t give so much to others that you don’t have anything left for yourself. True friendship is about sharing and the exchange of problems and help. Running yourself down will leave you in a place where you aren’t going to be much help to anyone.
Capricorn December 22-January 19
Getting through today shouldn’t pose too big a problem for you, Capricorn. You may feel a huge second wind that can give you the drive and determination to see your chores and projects through. Make some plans for this evening, such as getting together with friends or taking in an event that really intrigues you. Until then, go about your tasks bit by bit. You’ll get things finished before you know it.
Aquarius January 20-February 18
Working within boundaries and restrictions could really get to you today, Aquarius. Yours is an independent spirit and your best achievements are often born of doing things your own way. Yet like it or not, we all have to follow guidelines and rules. Do your best to follow suit and finish what needs to be done. Afterward, you may find more freedom to act independently without consequences. Exercise patience and diligence as needed today.
Pisces
February 19-March 20 Chances are that you’ll feel upbeat and positive today, Pisces. Consider sharing this energy with those around you who are feeling less than content. Your attitude can have a profound effect on friends, partners, spouses, and children. Even neighbors and extended family can pick up on your spirit without you even realizing it. Share your optimism with everyone you can today. If you see someone hurt or angry.
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he situation as reThe number of heart and cancer gards pre-poll allipatients in the Kashmir valley is inance between concreasing at gress an alarming day by and rate national day. So far, these fatal diseases used to conference is now be treated as and fallout of two urbanization, very clear the parties food habits and sedentary lifestyle. have decided gowomen together if rimestoon perBut unfortunately, this is spreading they want to register their win petuated through out in rural areas too. During the last few in some parliamentary conthe world in onesufferform years, the number of patients stituencies in the state. The not ing from or thesethe life other taking are diseases chief minister Omer Abdulonly shameful but realvisiting Sher-e-Kashmir Institute of laha had very said ly badScience spot categorically on face of huMedical has the increased many that there is no alternative but manity in this modern age fold. A major population of the valleyof to go for alliance withofthe conlearning and advancement. Ishas to spend a large chunk their inlam any other religion have gressor He said that his come onparty. medication for grave diseasalways taught and advocated utparty willtogether. never go any poll es for years Thefor more misermost restraint in perpetuation pactcondition with BJP lead NDA.class He able is those of middle of violence atrocities families who have to meeton thewomexsaid that itor is necessary to join en which has been described as penditures by their agriculture land, hands with congress because aproperty heinous crime andor unpardonjewelry by taking both theselling parties are already in able. Prophet Mohammad(peace loan. As per reports the main cause coalition both at Centre and be him) not only attributed for the spread ofshowered these fain upon the state. Now it is evident all kindness and affection on his tal diseases is stress along with other that in Jammu they will have daughter Fatima(RA)but also factors .the cases of breast cancer too to face formidable BJP which had the same benevolence for are on higher side asbecause comparedoftothe the is strengthened the whole women folk which he other parts of the country in the recandidature of Narinder Modi said is one of the kindest things cent past. The stress protein rich food as PM and in for Kashmir the causPDP God has done However, salty tea etc. could beman. prominent has packets of of support despite overall es forstrong thisthe increase butdevelopment, lack awareand may cause big upsets progress, advancements in the ness amongst the women especially if congress and national conoverall vision of mankind, the in the villages is taking its toll. Early ference do not go together. Still treatment meted to woman even detection means early cure. But due in this age is shocking and intolPDP has the chancethe of women going to many social hesitant erable. It amounts to congress denial neck neck do notto speak outwith very the easily and takeof social justice and is a threat NC alliance. the an-to it lightly whichMeanwhile aggravates the situathe very existence of human civnouncement of reports, Congress partion. As per expert the breast ilization when we ill-treat this cancer goingits to double in ty thatinitIndia willisstart election creation of Almighty God. The next four years. Now typehealth of cancampaign with thethis union killing of thousands of women cer has overtaken cancer. The minister G N. cervical Azad alongwith round the world, harassment cost of curing this deadly disease may the PCCI president Saif ud Din on the basis of gender, rapes vary from 10-15 toIt 3-4indilacs Soz from 13th thousand ofbehavior March. and inhuman shown per month depending oncongress the stage cates thaton onone one pretext side to them or the and gravity of the disease. Almost all is trying to bridge the differother does not in any way suit the regions of the its world are affected ences between leaders and what we call a civilized world. by these diseases. on the otherhundreds side it is not There of taking dowry The timeare has come when the society the electoral battle in J&K very deaths, andagencies physias well asharassment the health caring lightly. state has for this time cal violence on giving birth to a has to riseThe to the occasion fighting about 70 lakh voters which will girl child and also on the basis against these grave diseases by awakuse franchise to for elect six of a their low social status which ening the masses to change their life thousands of women are subjectmembers from the state. The style and avoid self medication .The ed to different of be violence. valley itself haskind 36 lakh voters awareness camps should organNot only this thousands of girls and these voters in the entire ised in the remotest area where medare being killed in womb state will decide thethe fate ofmore theof ical facilities are almost nil. The their mother and girl fetus decandidates phases. Elabstunning partin of five the serious situation stroyed because parents do not is there security are thousands of medical orate arrangements want awhich girl child as it is without considshops sell are needed as medicines the separatists ered shameful and the prescription the below doctors, rathhave already of issued poll digniboyty. If we go by rough estimates, er suggest medicines and the gullible cott calls andwomen there may bebeaten some most of consume the are patients medicines till it kindassaulted of unpleasant things here and and one of evturns otherwise and patients have to or there which can fear ery threeto women increate the world be rushed the hospitals where it is in the minds of the voters. Howhas been subjected to beatings. too late. As it is the consumption of ever, keeping in view the panThis is really a shame for the medicines in the valley much highchayat elections theisvoters may society that between 2005 and er as compared to other parts of the again turn in good numbers to 2013 more than 8000 women country in a way making it safe haven elect representatives. were killed in dowry related for thetheir sub standard medicines. The This care time the are violence and thiselections trend put continhealth agencies should ban ues. These estimates are proof quite different than the previon the pharmaceutical companies of chauvinism, brutality ousman elections as the voters are manufacturing such kind of medand evidence of taking advanmore aware about their rights icines. A strict drug policy should tage of women whosituation are treated and politically the is be initiated and licenses for medical weak and meek as compared somehow throughshops shouldconfused be given after properto men. Letand us under pledge that we to all out the country. Itthe remains scrutiny guidelines will try to do away with vioprescribed by rules and the regulations be seen who will win battle lence against women and will set by ministry of health. Defaulters royal but it is clear that this give the place they deserve in should be served with severe penalty time most of the candidates will our hearts, in able ourtosociety and so that peopletime are live a healthy have tough to convince the above ourin decision making life as isall thein case other developed voters in their favour. process whether in family and under developing countries.or the
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nce blue chip Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) like BSNL, Air India, Hindustan Cables Ltd and Fertiliser Corporation of India today stand testimony as to how not changing with the changing times and technology could change their fate and turn them into sick units. However, there has been always a silver lining in this regard as the government has been relentlessly making efforts to revive maximum number of sick public sector units (PSUs) to take the country’s growth engine forward. This was possible with the help of revival packages provided by the government to these units. With this aim, the Government set up the Board for Reconstruction of Public Sector Enterprises (BRPSE) in December 2004 to advise the government, inter-alia, on the measures to restructure/ revive, both industrial and non-industrial CPSEs. Since then cases of around 67 sick CPSEs have been referred to BRPSE up to October 2012, out of which the Board has made recommendations in respect of 62 cases, while returning five cases to the concerned ministries for further examination. No wonder, there has been significant improvement in the overall condition of these enterprises since 2004. In comparison to 90 sick CPSEs in March 2005, there were 66 sick PSUs in March 2012. As per the BRPSE recommendations, of these cases, 45 were accepted for revival by the Government. Most of the remaining cases are awaiting nod for
revival while in case of 45 cases accepted for revival, 14 have already turned around including Bharat Pumps and Compressors, Cement Corporation of India, HEC, Andrew Yule and MECON and making profits while others have been infused with revival packages. The companies for which revival packages have been approved include Hindustan Shipyard, HMT and Scooters India. As the CPSEs operate under dynamic market conditions, it is quite natural to see ups and downs in their performance. As far as the reasons for losses and sickness in CPSEs are concerned it varies from enterprise-to-enterprise. While in some cases, the cause is historical. In case of textile companies which were taken over from private sector on socio-economic considerations could not be modernised quickly. Likewise other enterprises in the engineering and refractories sector too failed to modernise. Still others like some consumer goods companies and the new ones, turned sick over the years on account of inadequate job orders, high man-power cost, lack of finance, technological obsolescence, high input costs and competition from cheap imports. In addition, other problems common to most sick and loss-making PSUs have been poor debt-equity structure, weak marketing strategies and slow decision-making process. As one such policy initiative, the Sick In-
dustrial Companies (Special Provision) Act, 1985 (SICA) brought the CPSEs under its purview in 1991 (made effective from 1992). Under the provisions of the SICA, CPSEs with at least five years of registration whose accumulated losses are equal to or have exceeded their net worth may be referred to the BIFR. During the last twenty years -- between 1992 and 2011, 63 CPSEs have been referred to BIFR. The government has made several attempts to overcome “sickness” in these CPSEs through various policy initiatives. The strategies for revival/restructuring of sick CPSEs include financial restructuring involving investment by the government in the form of equity participation, loans, waiver of debt etc and business restructuring which includes change of management, hiving off viable units from CPSEs for formation of separate company and closure of unviable units, besides formation of joint ventures. The other strategies include manpower rationalisation by shedding excess manpower and introduction of voluntary retirement schemes. The contribution of each and every company is significant as CPSEs are considered as the backbone of the economy and are equal partners in the nation building. As on March 31, 2012, there were 260 CPSEs in the country. These companies contributed Rs 1.6 lakh crore to the central exchequer by way of taxes, duties, interest on loans and dividend, amounting to 21.4 per cent of government’s revenue receipts.
Creating Employment Opportunities for Youth
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ndia is a vast country with a population of about 1.21 billion and a labour force of around 475 million. There is an open unemployment of 9.5 million as per estimates available for the year 2009-10. Employment is the main source of livelihood and self-fulfillment for most women and men. About 6% of the total work force in India is employed in organised sector while remaining 94% are in the unorganised sector. Scope of additional employment generation in the organized sector for additional wage employment is less. India has a younger population not only in comparison to advanced economies but also in relation to large developing countries. As a result, the labour force in India is expected to increase by 32 per cent over the next 20 years, while it will decline by 4.0 per cent in industrialised countries and by nearly 5.0 per cent in China. We are, therefore, endeavoring to reap this ‘demographic dividend’ by providing for higher levels of health, education and skill development. This will create an environment where in the economy not only grows rapidly, but also enhances good quality employment and livelihood opportunities to meet the needs and aspirations of the youth. The Government has been making constant efforts for reducing unemployment through normal growth process and implementing various employment generation programmes, such as, Swarna Jayanti Shahari Rozgar Yojana (SJSRY); Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) and National Rural Livelihood Mission besides entrepreneurial development programmes run by the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises. The Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, 2005 (MGNREGA) also assures every rural household at least 100 days of manual work at minimum wages. Jawaharlal Nehru National Ur-
ban Renewal Mission (JNNURM): The Mission’s aim is to encourage reforms and fast track planned development of identified cities. Focus is on efficiency in urban infrastructure and service delivery mechanisms, community participation etc. Bharat Nirman In Bharat Nirman, critical areas of rural infrastructure – Irrigation, Roads, Water Supply, Housing, Electricity and Telecom connectivity have been covered. This has improved living standards of the rural population and also created infrastructure which will ultimately enhance the economic activities in the rural areas and generate significant employment opportunities for the rural people. Infrastructural Development The investment on infrastructure is proposed to be increased to Rs.45 lakh crore during XII Plan period. About half of this is expected to come from private sector. Skill Development · Skills and knowledge are the driving forces of economic growth and social development of any country. Countries with higher and better levels of skills adjust more effectively to the challenges and opportunities of the world. · Government is serious in creating training infrastructure and providing quality employment to youth. According to a study carried out by Quality Council of India, placement rate has increased to about 80% to 99% because of improved infrastructure in the modernized ITIs. Skill Development Initiative (SDI) Scheme based on Modular Employable Skills (MES) was started during the Eleventh Five Year Plan for early school leavers and existing workers, especially in the unorganised sector to improve their employability. About 16 lakh persons have been trained under the scheme so far. · Sincere efforts are being made
for skill development of a large number of people under various skill development programmes. The Prime Minister has set a target of skilling 500 million persons by 2022 and the Ministry of Labour & Employment is required to train 100 million. Government is systematically working to achieve the target and the training capacity has been increased from 9 lakh in 2006 - 07 to 26 lakh in 201112. All the Government ITIs are being modernized. New courses have been introduced and most of the ITIs are running in two to three shifts. During last five years, the number of Government and private ITIs has increased from 5114 in 2006-07 to 10,344 which is more than double. Government has also planned to set up 1500 more ITIs in PPP and 5000 Skill Development Centres in PPP to enhance the capacity further. 27 Advanced Training Institutes are also planned in PPP to produce adequate number of trainers in the country. Focus Area in the 12th Five Year Plan In the 12th Five Year Plan the thrust of the Government is in bringing about an inclusive growth strategy that will provide job opportunities as well as make the young of the country employable. The main focus areas are: a) Thrust on Manufacturing Sector-to make it the engine of employment growth-that would create 100 million additional jobs by 2025. b) To bring in supportive policies to incentivise labour intensive manufacturing sectors such as textile & garments, leather & footwear, food processing, gems & Jewellery to generate more employment opportunities. c) Expanding employment in services like IT, finance & banking, tourism, trade & transport. d) Prioritizing skill training for the informal sector; creation of appropriate skill sets among rural migrants and urban poor to make growth inclusive.
e) Ensuring the employability of skilled persons by involving Sector Skill Councils in preparation of Skill Modules matching market demand. f) Building on the potential of Modular Employable Skill programme by ensuring combination of modules to ensure employability. g) Extending Social Security benefits to Unorganized sector Workers. h) Enable skill loans for poor students (Credit Guarantee Fund) i) Streamlining the skill development programs for disadvantaged sections to ensure much larger funding for skill development. j) Setting up of National Skill Registry to link data bases across Ministries / States to provide a platform linking people who seek/provide employment. Expenditure on social services which include education, sports, art and culture, medical and public health, family welfare, water supply and sanitation, housing, urban development; welfare of Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes (STs) and other Backward Classes (OBCs), labour and labour welfare, social security and welfare, nutrition, relief for natural calamities, etc. by the Government (Centre and State combined) has also shown increase in recent years reflecting higher priority to social services. National-e-Governance National-e-Governance Plan has identified Upgradation and modernization Employment Exchanges as one of the Mission Mode Projects (MMP). The MMP aims to progressively support all Employment Exchanges in the country to make effective use of IT in various activities of employment services. A national web portal will be developed to make all employment related services available on a single window and will work like a virtual job market. This will help Employment Exchanges to provide efficient and quality services at wider scale and speed.
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