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2 die, 8 injured in road mishaps Srinagar, November 04: One more injured person succumbed to his injuries in the Awantipora accident while 2 others died in separate road traffic accidents in the valley.

Among the seven persons that were injured on 02-10-13 when a Tipper bearing registration number JK03D/6948 and Tavera bearing registration number JK03D/1321 collided near petrol pump Barsoo, Awantipora, Faisal Rashid succumbed to his injuries at SKIMS, Soura Srinagar. Three persons had died on spot. A case has already been registered in this regard.

Meanwhile, a Maruti car bearing registration number Jk03/6551 meet with an accident at Dadoo- Murhama, in the jurisdiction of Police station Bijbehara, Anantnag, resulting in on spot death of the driver of the car Mukhtar Ahmad resident of Dadoo, Marhama. Bijbehara Police has registered a case in this regard.

In another accident, an unknown Tipper hit a girl Dilshada Akhter at Haji-bagh road, in the jurisdiction of Police station Parimpora, resulting in her on spot death.

The body of the deceased girl was handed over to her relatives for last rites. Parimpora Police has registered a case in this regard.

In another accident, an unknown Motorcycle hit and injured 17 years old Danish Ahmad Chopan son of Ghulam Mohammad resident of Quilmuqam, Bandipora at Quilmaqam. The injured was shifted to SKIMS for treatment.

See Mishaps on Pg. 11

Unidentified body found in Budgam Srinagar, November 04: Budgam police has recovered an unidentified male body along a road-side near Panzan Chil, Chadoora. The deceased is about 40 years of age and is wearing a brown jacket.

Chadoora police station has initiated an inquest proceedings under section 174 CrPC to ascertain the cause of the death.

Unhygienic vegetables destroyed Shopian, November 04: On the instructions of Deputy Commissioner, Shopian, the market checking squad comprising of Officers and Officials of various departments inspected the market in the town to ensure the shopkeepers and vendors adhere to the rate lists and quality goods are provided to the consumers.

The squad checked the rate lists of various shopkeepers, besides checked the quality of the goods viz vegetables, fruits, mutton etc. being sold in the market. On the occasion 30 kgs of unhygienic vegetables were destroyed. The market checking squad shall continue to have the regular check of the market henceforth.

FORECAST FOR NEXT 24 HRS:

Light to moderate rain/ thundershowers would occur at the few places over the state.

FORECAST OF SRINAGAR:

Rain/ thundershowers. Maximum & Minimum temperatures will be around 15°C & 1°C respectively.

TEMPERATURE MAXIMUM 15.4 0C MINIMUM 1.2 0C SUNSET ON(TUESDAY) 05:36 pm 06:55 am SUNRISE ON (WED)

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JK integral part of India: Omar

Civil Secretariat starts functioning at Jammu

Difficult to motivate Separatists

Omar accorded rousing reception

Jammu, November 04: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Monday said that Kashmir’s accession with India is final and he never used words like "conditional" and "incomplete" in this regard.

Talking to media, on the occasion of opening of Civil Secretariat offices in Jammu, the Chief Minister said the Kashmir is an integral part of India and he never uttered that accession was conditional. “Go and check Assembly records you will never find anything in this regard. Jammu and Kashmir acceded to India. If we acceded to India, are we not an integral part of India. Of course we are," he said.

Omar Abdullah told reporters not to put their words in his mouth. “I never used the word 'conditional' nor the word 'incomplete'. I have not used such words. You pull out the Assembly record and say what I had said," he replied to the query of reporters.

Responding to a question

about his "failure" to motivate the Centre to hold talks with separatists, he said, "I had been

successful in motivating the Centre rather than separatists.

If separatists' intentions are true then they should be ready

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to talk to the Centre. But unfortunately separatists have been taking one step forward and

two steps backward."

He said that it is easy to motivate Centre but very difficult to persuade separatist leaders.

“We cannot forcefully drag them to dialogue table, we can forcefully bat for it," he said.

Omar said that that the Coalition Government is going to complete its five year period within next few months and we are here to carry forward the development agenda as promised to the people and also complete various ongoing projects with added thrust.

Omar said we are also moving ahead with the road map of creating new administrative units and the Cabinet Sub Committee constituted in this regard has almost completed the exercise. He said the endeavor of his Government to take development process to the door steps of the people will receive a new impetus with the creation of these units.

Omar said Government endeavors to present a people friendly budget during the coming Assembly Session at Jammu. He said two important legislations viz Right to Information Act and Public Service See Omar on Pg. 11

Jammu, November 04: On the opening of Civil Secretariat here today on Annual Darbar Move, Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah was accorded rousing welcome by the Council of Ministers, top civil and police officials and other government functionaries. He was also given Guard of Honour by the Jammu and Kashmir Police contingent.

Civil Secretariat Non Gazetted Employees Union with its President Rouf

Ahmad and other office bearers also accorded rousing reception to the Chief Minister and raised slogans in his and his government’s favor.

They also presented bouquets and showered flowers on him.

The Chief Minister also inaugurated upgraded fully computerized administrative halls for Hospitality and Protocol, Health and Medical Education, Housing and Urban Development, Ladakh Affairs, Labour and See Secretariat on Pg. 11

Start dialogue Releasing Geelani PDP takes out peace march with separatists: was not political Padgaonkar against LoC, IB tension but administrative urges Delhi decision: Omar Calls for resolution of Kashmir, resumption of dialogue Jammu, November 04: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Monday said that there is no politics involved in the release of Syed Ali Geelani.

“It was not a political but administrative decision. Geelani was released after Administration took pros and cons into account and finally decided to release Syed Ali Geelani,” Omar told reporters during a press conference in the lawns of Civil Secretariat Jammu.

Omar Abdullah said that the past record shows wherever Geelani addresses people, violence breaks out there. “Despite the negative past record, the administration let

him go,” he said.

He further said that it is up to the people of Kashmir to decide whether Geelani is a leader or not. “People are the ultimate source of authority and it is the people who can judge the best,” Omar Abdullah said.

Omar told reporters that Geelani remains in lime light during disturbance and everyone that time feels and thinks the he is the leader of people.

He said as peace prevails, people forget Geelani. “Same is the case with mainstream leaders. People forget them during disruption of peace but revolve around them in the times of peace,” he said.

Srinagar, November 04: Making a strong case for peace between India and Pakistan, Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) Monday appealed the two counties to resume dialogue, resolve Kashmir issue and build mutual friendship in the larger interests of peace and stability in South Asia.

In an emphatic disapproval of war rhetoric by some hawks in the country, in Pakistan and within Jammu and Kashmir, the PDP today held an impressive Peace March in Srinagar.

The party president, Mehbooba Mufti and former deputy chief minister, Muzaffar Hussain Baig, in an open jeep led it up to the historic Lal Chowk, where in the past many politically significant rallies have been held. Thousands of

Srinagar, November 04:

people from across the valley gathered in the uptown Municipal Park raising slogans against war and calling for resolution of Kashmir problem. The rally then

passed through the main thoroughfare of Srinagar and culminated in a huge public meeting at the Lal Chowk city centre.

Amid thunderous applaus-

ANC releases book on its Load shedding causing founder Late G.M Shah unscheduled power cuts Will carry forth Shah’s agenda: Khalida Srinagar, November 04: The Awami National Conference (ANC) today released a special number (in the form of a book) on former Chief Minister Late Ghulam Muhammad Shah and the founder of the party.

The book release function was held at SKICC Srinagar. The book contains excerpts and highlights the life and contribution of Late Shah.

The function was thronged by prominent people from all walks of life ranging from politics to business to civil society including Dr. Mustafa Kamal National Conference legislator and brother of ANC president, Prof. Bhim Singh (patron Panthers

party), Er. Rashid (MLA Langate and patron Awami Ittihad Party), Ghulam Nabi Ratanpuri (Member of Parliament), G.S. Charak (congress legislator and patron Dograh Sangharsh Sabha), Dr. Syed Nazir Gilani (Sec. Gen JKCHR), Justice Bashir Ahmad (former Chief Justice), family members of Late GM Shah and many other prominent personalities.. The event was presided over

by ANC president Begum Khalida Shah and chief guest of the event Dr. Mustafa Kamal.

The speakers at the event highlighted the high moral character, apt statesmanship, pioneered administration, shrewdness and politi-

cal acumen of Late Gh Mohammad Shah.

Paying glowing tributes to Late G M Shah the chief guest of the event Dr Mustafa Kamal said that he (G M Shah) was a pivotal and important soldier of Late Shiekh Muhammad Abdullah’s squad who always stood by him like a rock through thick and thin and suffered equally as did late Sher-e-Kashmir including the imprisonment.

He further stated that it was high time for them to realize the nefarious designs of their enemies who divided them in the past and continued to keep the gulf between them alive. He further stated that their goals See ANC on Pg. 11

in Valley: CE PDD

Srinagar, November 04: Blaming load shedding for the unscheduled power cuts in valley, Chief Engineer Power development department (PDD) on Monday said the department is expected to announce the new power curtailment schedule for the coming winter in near future and that the schedule would be same as of last year.

Talking to Kashmir News Service, the chief engineer PDD said that the department has observed the extra load of power consumption during the recent past and that the power curtailment will be similar to that of the previous year this winter. “It is expected that the power supply in non-metered areas would remain suspended twice in a week and in metered

areas it would be once in a week.”

Khan further stated that the main reason for the power curtailment this winter is due to over load in the system. “we have capacity of 1000MWs and the consumption is 1100, last year we have 1025 MWs consumption in valley,” Khan said, adding that due to the early arrival of the cold wave in valley, the consumption has reached far more than what was expected.

PDD chief further stated that the usage of heaters and extra gadgets has hiked the consumption graph and that the usage of ‘illegal’ power connections worsen the situation.

When asked about the illegal supply being provided to ‘influential’ citizens See Power Cuts on Pg. 11

es and slogans in support of peace between India and Pakistan, Mehbooba said that no citizen of Jammu and Kashmir is ready for See PDP on Pg. 11

A day after Chief Minister Omar Abdullah advocated dialogue with separatists, Dilip Padgonkar , former chief interlocutor on Kashmir on Monday joined the chorus saying that Delhi should start a serious dialogue with all the stake holders including the separatist leaders in order to find a solution to the Kashmir dispute.

“New Delhi should engage in discussion all the stake holders of J&K including the separatist leaders.

See Padgaonkar on Pg. 11

‘100 more model villages approved’

Jammu, November 04: Minister for Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Mr. Ali Mohammad Sagar has said that one hundred more model villages have been approved for ensuring sustained development of rural and far-flung areas of the state.

The Minister was addressing officers during a review meeting of the Rural Development Department.

Directors Rural Development, Jammu, Kashmir Mr. Shafiq Ahmad Raina and Mir Altaf Ahmad,

Director Panchayati Raj, Mr. Farooq Ahmad Khan, Director Finance, Special Secretary Rural Development, Joint Director Planning Rural Development, ACDs, DPOs, Exens of both the divisions were present in the meeting.

Mr. Sagar said that the government has completed the already taken up model villages and the need of the hour was to take up some more so that the more rural and farflung areas become developed and get the requisite See Model Villages on Pg. 11

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Guarantee Act will be further strengthened adding that the more we strengthen and widen the gamut of the Public Service Guarantee Act, the better the administrative performance.

Chief Minister reiterated the commitment and resolve of the Coalition government to fulfill developmental promises made with the people and carry forward the agenda of peace, progress and prosperity of the people of Jammu and Kashmir. While replying to a question Omar Abdullah reiterated that National Conference is a committed constituent of UPA. “I have nothing to do with Third Front as we are part and parcel of UPA. When asked about his suggestion regarding Irish model Chief Minister said, "Anyone's solution cannot be implemented here suddenly. But we can learn from these processes, whether it is Israel-Palestine process or Ireland process or Scotland process or China model. I said this for the reason that we want that instead of violence the solution should be found out through talks or dialogue." "For the solution of J-K problem, separate model and proposals have been given out by several organizations. I can be wrong as Chief Minister to say that only one proposal should be implemented. Although my party has a stand on it. I repeatedly requested the Centre that the proposals should be analysed and which it feels is right should be implemented," he said.

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Forest departments, completed at a cost of Rs 1.50 crore within a period of six months.

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The only condition which always has been there is that they should have renounced the violence. And now when violence has been abandoned by them it is important for New Delhi that they should not hesitate to involve separatist leaders and all the stake holders in finding the solution to a problem including political one,” Padgonkar told KNS over phone from Delhi.

Dilip further said that Hurriyat leaders must show seriousness in initiating dialogue process with the Government of India. “If fresh dialogue process begins separatists should response positively. Instead of rejecting the offer, they should shun the hardness and come to the table and also bring forth their ideas and demands, so that they can be discussed and a via media found for the solution of all the issues confronting the State,” he said.

Emphasizing the political parties of Jammu and Kashmir to impress the government of India for implementing the interlocutors report, he said, “It is for the political parties of Jammu and Kashmir to impress the government of India to debate the report of interlocutors. This will pave a way to receive opinions from all the political quarters.”

He further told KNS, that the group of interlocutors was established on the basis of recommendation made by all party delegation in 2010, so it is important that the all parties should come together to discuss the report and to reach some kind of consensus.

Terming the poll boycott call given by Chairman of Hurriyat Conference (G) Syed Ali Shah Geelani as useless he said, “It is a routine with Hurriyat leaders to give the poll boycott call, but the fact of the matter is people never listened to their boycott call and instead participated in the elections in large numbers.” Stating that third party mediation has no role to resolve Kashmir issue he said, “It was clearly written and signed in Shimla Agreement of 1972 that the two countries India and Pakistan will solve all the issues bilaterally and there is no need for third party mediation.”

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war as they want peace and resolution and good relations between the two countries. She said in the present times, when countries are coming closer to each other in the world to enhance bilateral co-operation, talking of war is totally illogical and anti people. Wars can’t solve issues and if peace has to prevail on the ground resolution of Kashmir issue was must. Mehbooba said the PDP wants Kashmir to become a bridge of understanding, cooperation and friendship between India and Pakistan and will put in every effort to get the estranged neighbours close to each other.

Jammu and Kashmir should not become battle ground as it is this state that has suffered the most as a result of wars and our voices for peace can no more be ignored, said Mehbooba.

Mehbooba said it was during PDP’s tenure in the government in 2003, that the then prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee not only started peace process with Pakistan but talks with the Hurriyat leaders were also held. We went to Vajpayee not with a begging bowl but with an appeal that he should help in resolving the Kashmir issue; and he responded and things changed drastically on the ground.

She said it was unfortunate to see the double standards being adopted when it comes to China and Pakistan. “ It is appreciable that China’s diplomatic offences like staple visas to the residents of Jammu and Kashmir or Arunachal Pradesh and incursions in Ladakh are sought to be resolved through civilized diplomatic means but when it comes to Pakistan, unfortunately, the hawks seem to prevail who advocate nothing short of war,” she said.

Speaking on the occasion, the senior party leader Muzaffar Hussain Baig said that the bullets kill only Kashmiris whether fired from here or from the other side. Those who talk of war between the estranged nations can’t be friends of Kashmiris. PDP during its brief tenure in the government created conducive environment in the state which guided India and Pakistan to come close to each other. He said from 1948 to 2003 the two countries were not able to enforce ceasefire on the borders but when Mufti Shaib took over as the chief minister of the state, ceasefire was implemented and there was no violation in it till 2010. But when National Conference took over there have been constant ceasefire violation. Biegh said that during PDP era India and Pakistan came closer to each other and people in the state started living with their heads high.

Senior party leader Tariq Hameed Karra along with the party General Secretary Mohammad Dilawar Mir conducted the proceedings of the rally. All the legislators, senior leaders, district and Zonal presidents and prominent

workers from all over the valley participated in the rally enthusiastically. The party president expressed her appreciation for the huge response that the call for rally had evoked and thanked the entire cadre and their leadership for making it an impressive and impactful event.

Prominent among the leaders were deputy speaker Mohammed Sartaj Madni, legislators, Ab Rehman Veeri, Nizamudin Bhat, Ab Gaffar Sofi, Syed Basharat Bukhari, Mohd Khalil Bandh, Javed Mustafa Mir, Ab Haq Khan, Zahoor Ahmed Mir, Syed Bashir Ahmed, Peerzada Mansoor Hussain, Mohd Rafi Mir, Choudhry Zulufqar Ah, Ab Razaq Zawoora, Mushtaq Ah Shah,Dr Mohd Shafi, Mohd Ashraf Mir MLC , Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari, Mohammad Khurshid Alam, Gh Nabi Lone Hanjura, Gh Mohiudin Sofi, Mufti Mohammad Amin, district presidents Peer Mohammad Hussain, Qazi Mohammad Afzal, Mohd Shafi Bandey, Yasir Reshi, Nazir Laway, Saifudin Bhat, State secretaries Javaid Hussain Baig, Zaffar Manhas, Molvi Imran Ansari, Ab Rahim Rather, Youth leaders Shahzad Asim, Nazir Ah Yatoo, Showkat Gayoor, Syed Irfan, Ab Waheed Parra,Abass Wani, Rouf Bhat, Dr Shanti Singh, Imran Amin and others.

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facilities. He said that by taken up these villages; people living in these areas will get the requisite facilities as available in towns. The Minister further directed the officers to speed up the work on the left over Panchayat Ghars so that they can be given to their respective Panchayats. He said that these infrastructural assets are essential for the day-to-day functioning of the Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) which have been empowered with the powers of 14 vital departments.

“Under 13th Finance Commission, 1800 Panchayat Ghars are supposed to be completed, out of which a considerable number have been taken up and completed, the need is to complete the remaining ones as soon as possible”, the Minister added. “The officers should work in close coordination to ensure the speedy completion of the remaining Panchayat Ghars as the requisite funds have already been placed at their disposal. The bottlenecks, if any, should be removed by holding regular meetings so that the pace of work is expedited”, the Minister said and maintained that there should be no deviation from the already approved plan.

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of the state , Khan said that they do not have any criteria for the electricity supply here. “We just have names in the record whether the person is common or having high profile: everyone is equal.”

Answering the question that the metered areas do not get the committed supply of electricity here, PDD Chief Engineer accused that people in the metered areas are involved in ‘Hooking’ and due to that the power supply to these areas get affected. “We do not get as much revenue as is expected in the metered areas, people there bypass the meters.” He further stated that the department cannot have the inspection squad in every corner of the valley and that people must understand that meters are for their own benefit.

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In another accident in Bandipora, an unknown vehicle hit and injured 70 years old Fateh Mohammad resident of Watpora at Watpora, Bandipora. The injured was shifted to SKIMS, Soura for treatment. Bandipora Police has registered a case in this regard.

In another accident, five persons were injured when a Tavera bearing registration number Jk03D/2739 and a Sumo bearing registration number Jk03C/8767 collided at Dailgam, Anantnag. All the injured were shifted to Hospital for treatment. Anantnag Police has registered a case in this regard.

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were not against each other but in the same direction that was towards the welfare of the people and stressed that both ANC and NC should atleast unite ideologically if not in deeds. On the same lines, president ANC Begum Khalida Shah highlighted the high moral and political character of the late stalwart GM Shah and said that it was high time that the past was looked over and future concentrated upon for the betterment of people of the state. She further maintained that ANC would always shoulder and strive to carry forth Late G M Shah’s agenda of welfare, development and resolution of the Kashmir issue, which he had learnt from his leader and mentor Sher-e-Kashmir Shiekh Muhammad Abdullah.

ANC Senior Vice-president, Muzaffar Shah while paying a heartfelt welcome to the audience and guests recollected some of the incidents of Late Shah’s life depicting his selflessness, honesty, sincerity, professionalism, dedication and care for the society and people. He further stated that the book on GM Shah besides his services contained an important autonomy document that he had prepared and presented to Shiekh Muhammad Abdullah days before he breathed his last.

He vouched that ANC would continue to strive and play its role to restore Jammu and Kashmir to the status of Paradise again.

The other speakers including Prof. Bhim Singh, G.S. Charak, G N Ratanpuri, Er. Rashid, Dr. Nazir Gilani, M S Simnani while eulogizing the great leader and his contributions to the state and its people applauded and endorsed his concept intra-Kashmir dialogue process and promised of all the cooperation, support and help make such a people’s assembly a success not just one time but multiple times as they all showed their belief in the thought of GM Shah that such was the best way to iron out differences and arrive at a common agenda and conclusion to be worked upon then on. On this occasion, Er Shiekh Abdul Rashid, MLA Langate said that people of Kashmir need leaders like late G M Shah and Abdul Ghani Lone at this point of time. “Late Shah would always propagate principles of equality, justice and fair play. NC harps about Autonomy, but India is not serious. NC should have broadened scope of its political roadmap so that it would achieved at least Autonomy.” Prof Bhim Singh sought a heart to heart conference on Kashmir issue, saying that he will

facilitate such a conference in which people from across the border will participate, said Kashmir News Service correspondent.

Gulchain Singh Charak former minister and senior Congress leader said Late Shah was a great leader. “We should rise above politics and reach out to come conclusion to get our people out from the prevailing mess,” he said, according to Kashmir News Service correspondent. Former chief justice Bashir Ahmad Khan, advocate Shabnum Lone, Aliya Shah daughter of late G M Shah and Jagmohan Singh Raina.

Governor’s Secretariat commences functioning in Jammu Jammu, November 04: The Governor ’s Secretariat in the Raj Bhavan, Jammu, commenced functioning h e r e t o d a y. T h e Secretariat had closed on 25th October 2013 evening at Srinagar.

M r . N . N . Vo h r a , Governor, went around the various wings of the Raj Bhavan Secretariat and issued instructions to all the officers and staff to ensure cleanliness, proper record keeping, prompt disposal of all references, and satisfactory maintenance of the entire Raj Bhavan estate. During

inspection of the Raj Bhavan lawns and gardens, he stressed their improved maintenance.

The Governor inspected the Solar Power Plant installed at the Raj Bhavan and took stock of its functioning. The Governor also inspected the CRPF and J&K Police Camps in the Raj Bhavan.

Mr. Navin K. Choudhary, Principal Secretary to the Governor and other officials accompanied the Governor during his rounds of the offices, gardens, CRPF Camp and other parts of the Raj Bhavan estate.

Deputations call on Rana Jammu, November 04: On the opening of Civil Secretariat at Jammu a large number of delegations comprising of Sarpanches, Panches from Rajouri and Poonch called on Deputy Chairman Javaid Ahmad Rana and greeted him on his elevation to the post of Deputy Chairman.

The delegation also apprised the Deputy Chairman regarding some problems being faced by the populace of the area like opening of niabats at Bhata Dhurian, upgradation of high schools to higher secondary level Jarha Wali Gali, establishment of Animal Sheep Husbandry centre, Educational Zone, road in the remote and backwards areas of Mendhar from Jarhawali Gali to Daraba under PMGSY, establishment of PHC, BPL Survey, pending PHE and R&B Projects under NABARD and PMGSY, granting of RBA status to some villages of Balakot and Mendhar and Dongi Block of Poonch and Rajouri District.

A delegation led by Mr. Musthaq Razdan demanded that scholarship to students of Gujjar and Bakerwal community be released. The Deputy Chairman assured the deputations that he will take up the demands with the concerned departments

for immediate redressal.

Further President SC/OBC, J&K National Conference, J&K Saryara Saddar Sabha, J&K Rural Development Society, J&K Megh Sadar Sabha J a m m u , We l f a r e Committee Ward No. 9 Rehari Jammu also called on Deputy Chairman. A deputation led by Jenab Rampaul, Ex Minister and Chairman of the SC/B C Cell J&K National Conference also congratulated Mr. Rana for his election as Deputy Chairman, Legislative Council.

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JKHCBA to facilitate review petition against pepper, pellet gun usage judgment Srinagar, November 04: The Jammu and Kashmir High Court Bar Association has decided to facilitate the filing of review petition in Pepper Gas/Pellet Gun case, as according to the Association the judgment passed in the said case is bound to effect the Human Rights of the multitude of the people living in the State of J&K and is also going to render the petition filed by two members of the Bar Association before the State Human Rights Commission infractuous and the order of restraint passed in the said case by the commission as a nulty.

In a statement issued to KNS, the general secretary of Bar Association Mohammad Ashraf Bhat has said the Bar Association has taken the aforesaid decision after examining the judgment passed in the case and also after hearing the learned counsel appearing for the petitioners who had requested the court to grant them some more time to argue the case and render better assistance in deciding the controversy raised in the petitions effectively and completely.

The Bar Association feels that Public Interest Litigation is not adversary litigation and as it is filed for protecting the Human Rights of the people, therefore, in the interests of justice, the court should have given further time to the parties to argue the case.

The Bar Association also feels that in a Public Interest Litigation petition, the rule of pleadings is not required to be followed strictly and

as has been stated by the court itself in the judgment, even a letter can be treated as a Public Interest Litigation petition and the prayer made therein can be granted to the affected person rule of pleadings notwithstanding.

The Bar Association also feels that the judgment passed in the case would be taken as a license by the police and other forces to use Pepper Gas/Pellet Gun as a result of which, the people who have already suffered on account of the use of the Pepper Gas/Pellet Gun, will suffer further loss a n d i n j u r y. T h e B a r Association feels that there are sufficient grounds for seeking the review of the judgment, more so, when the Union of India which was a party to the case had not filed its reply to the case, though they had been directed by the court to do so, earlier.

The Executive Committee of the Bar Association has also in principle decided to file Letters Patent Appeal against the judgment dated 09.10.2013passed in OWP No. 610/07 titled Sanjay Tikoo and others versus State of J&K. The Executive Committee of the Bar Association has also constituted a team of its members to discuss the matter with prominent Islamic scholars, religious leaders and preachers and w i t h o t h e r o r g a n i z ations/institutions, so as to enable them to examine and evaluate the judgment and give their opinion in the matter, the statement received by Kashmir News Service has said.

Government of Jammu & Kashmir

Office of the Executive Engineer PWD (R&B) Division Vailoo Snow Clearance Tender Notice

For and on behalf of the Governor of Jammu & Kashmir State, the Executive Engineer PWD (R&B) Division Vailoo invites the sealed tenders affixed with revenue stamps worth Rs. 5/(Rupees Five) revenue stamps from approved government contractors for all calluses for the snow clearance for winter 2013-14 stages mentioned in Annexure A enclosed with this NIT. 1. The tender forms should sealed in an envelope and submitted through registered post or delivered in person and should reach in the office of the Superintending Engineer (R&B) Circle Ang/ Kul HQ Khanabal on or before 09-11-2013 upto 2:00 pm. In case of holiday/closed day due to prevailing conditions, the date of receipt to tenders will be received on next working day.

Annexure “A”

Lok Adalat to be held on Nov 23 at Sumbal

Sumbal, November 04: According to Chairman, Tehsil Legal Services Committee, Sumbal, a Lok Adalat is being organized on November 23, 2013 at Court Complex Sumbal.

All the interested parties including public in general and litigants in particular are informed that the cases shall be taken up in the said Lok Adalat.

The litigants whose claims are pending in the rele vant courts and are interested to settle their cases amicably shall apply for the same before concerned court by or before November 23, 2013.

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Sd/- Executive Engineer

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Dy CM reviews activities of education department Directs for time bound filling of vacancies

JAMMU, NOVEMBER 4-

To review progress of the education department with regard to set targets, Deputy Chief Minister Tara Chand today on the maiden day of Secretariat opening in winter capital chaired a high level meeting of the provincial officers.

The meeting took a detailed review of the activities of the department in various districts of the province.

The meeting was attended by Director, School Education Jammu T.K. Sharma, Director, SSA S.C. Sawhney, Additional Secretary Mr. R.A. Inqalabi, Personnel Officer to Director Education, CEO, ZEOs, Principals, DIET ority and fill the vacant posts in time are suffering most due to the shortand other officers of the department. bound manner. He called for speedage of staff and early recruitment and Taking note of available vacancy ing up the process of recruitment fast track promotions would address position in the department, the Dep- besides fast tracking promotions of the problem to quite an extent,” he uty Chief Minister directed the coneligible workforce. added.

Lone News Kangan Khan News Agency Ganderbal cerned to take up the matter on pri-Agency “Rural and border belt students He said the concept of recruiting

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ReTs in those areas where regular teachers fail to reach has shown results and now all the vacant positions of ReTs should be filled within fifteen days.

Calling for early regularization

Gulzar News Agency Soura Zahid Book Depot Chadoora Tariq News Agency Hawal Bashir News Agency Nowhatta Muzaffar Ali News Agency Alamgari Bazar Budshah News Agency Lal Chowk Abdullah News Agency Lal Chowk Sikendar News Agency Lal Chowk Gupkari News Agency Lal Chowk Raina News Agency Gund Kangan Khan News Agency Regal Chowk Rashid News Agency Dalgate Sheikh News Agency Hyderpora Hilal News Agency Budgam Lone News Agency Tangmarg Bhat News Agency Chadoora JAMMU, NOVEMBER 04 Chairmen differentKunzar Bhat News Agency Magam Zargar NewsofAgency financial and other Dar News Agency Beerwah Bashir News Agency Sumbal Cautioning the people Committees will be Reshi News Agency Safapora Saleem Newssoon.

Agency against the political groups, convened He Pattan which are bent upon to disaid that theAgency function-Pampore Basharat News Agency Bandipora Reyaz News vide the people on religious, ing ofNews the Committees Altaf News Agency Pulwama Javaid Agency Qazigund caste and regional lines, will be reviewed evJeelani News Agency Baramulla G.M News Agency Sopore Minister for Planning and ery fortnightly.

Shah News Agency Kupwara SultanThe News Agency Development, Labour and Speaker di-Handwara Employment, Ajay Sadhotra rectedNews the Agency Secretary Islamabad Younis News Agency Langate Sheikh today appealed them Assembly Mr. Agency M. Reshi News Agency Islamabad Three Way News Tral to supplement governRamzan to ensure the Turray News Agency Tral Badru News Agency Bijbehara ment efforts of ensurfunctioning of winter tion.

He also asked them to ing overall growth of Rahi News Agency Kulgam Malik News Agency Arwani Assembly Secretariat at Srifollow up Action Taken Reports the State. nagar Shaheen so that anyNews grievances of Kargil Rah News(ATRs) Agency Byepass Agency of the proceedings held

Speaker inspects various sections in Assembly Secretariat

Sadhotra addresses public meeting at Ladore

Asks employees to work with dedication, follow up ATRs JAMMU, NOVEMBER 04

The Speaker, Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Mr. Mubarak Gul today inspected various sections including question section, hospitality and protocol branch, legislation, library, store and stock in the Assembly Secretariat after opening of offices here after the darbar move.

The Speaker directed the officers of Assembly Secretariat to work with utmost dedica-

in previous Assembly Session besides the directions given by various Committees to the departments. He asked the concerned to prepare the list of library books immediately and ensure its availability online so that interested people can get information about the library books of the Assembly Secretariat.The Speaker directed the concerned to maintain cleanliness in and around the Assembly Complex.Mr. Gul said that the meeting of the all the

the public are redressed as and when he (Speaker) visits the Valley.

Interacting with the employees, the Speaker inquired about the facilities including residential accommodation being provided by the Government.Later, the Speaker visited the office of Deputy Chairman, Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Council Mr. Javed Ahmed Rana to felicitate him for taking charge as Deputy Chairman of the Council.

He was addressing a public meeting at Ladore in Marh block.He said that National Conference will emerge victorious in 2014 assembly elections under the leadership of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to steer the state towards progress and prosperity.

Sarpanches, Panches and other prominent persons of Ladore and adjoining vil-

DGP inspects moving police establishments, chairs officers meeting JAMMU, NOVEMBER 04: Director General of Police (DGP), Mr. Ashok Prasad inspected Police Headquarters and other moving police establish-

ments which resumed functioning in the winter capital Jammu here this morning, following annual darbar move.

Mr. Prasad was received at PHQ lawns by senior police officers and was presented guard of honour by a contingent of armed police.

Accompanied by Additional Directors General of Police, Mr. P. L. Gupta, Mr. S. P. Vaid and Mr. S. M. Sahai, the DGP visited various sections of PHQ and enquired from the officials about the working of

their branches.

Mr. Prasad also chaired a high level meeting of police officers at PHQ and discussed various issues related to the Police Organization. He enquired about the progress achieved on different fronts of policing in the State. He instructed the

officers to maintain close rapport at all levels to keep the law and order maintained.

Urging the officers to work with greater zeal for achieving desired results in different areas of policing, Mr. Prasad said that major thrust should be given to public service and all matters related to the common people should be settled on priority. He said that safety and security of the people is our prime concern and efficient measures and deployment should be made to ensure it.

During the meeting, Mr. Prasad asked the officers to initiate the exercise for the upcoming challenges and in this connection all Wings of the Organization needs to be mobilized. While dealing with the challenges it should be ensured that common people does not face any inconvenience in the day-to-day working, he added.

Later, the DGP visited other moving offices of the organization including Armed, Home Guard, Police Housing Corporation, CID, Security, Railways and Crime Headquarters.

Interacting with the staff, Mr. Prasad stressed upon them to render their duties with zeal, enthusiasm and discipline.

Technical workers architects in redesigning profile of the State: Bhalla JAMMU, NOVEMBER 04Minister for Housing, Horticulture and Culture Mr. Raman Bhalla has said that technical workers are the main architects in redesigning the profile of the State through their planning, adding that in this regard they are helping the Government in completing various ongoing projects within the stipulated time frame.

This was stated by the Minister while addressing a huge gathering of technical workers on Baba Vishwkarma Day function held at Marble Market in Trikuta Nagar, here today.

Mr. Bhalla said that Government was committed to develop every corner of the State on modern lines, adding that peace is a vital for taking development to the door steps of people. He said Government has ensured good governance for the effective implementation of various welfare programmes so that more and

more people get benefitted.

The Minister said Government promulgated several acts like Right to Information Act, Public Service Guarantee Act etc by which the participatory involvement of people has been ensured in day-to-day governance. He said through these acts a common man can get the requisite services and information within the stipulated time frame.

Mr. Bhalla highlighted various reformative steps being taken up by the Government in making available all necessary basic amenities to the people of the State especially those living in rural and far-off pockets.

The Minister said that the Government was working under a comprehensive plan to develop modern infrastructure facilities across the state. He said that there was no constraint of funds under development sectors like R&B, PHE, ERA, PDD, Health, Education and other sectors.

Mr. Bhalla said that unprecedented development has been witnessed across the State during last five year tenure of the present Government adding that many new projects were in pipeline to upgrade the living standard of the people.

The Minister said that instructions have been issued to the concerned department to complete all the new projects being executed in their jurisdictions and make optimum use of funds. He urged the people to personally monitor the development works being executed in their respective areas.

Mr. Bhalla assured the inhabitants that their remaining genuine developmental demands would also be fulfilled on priority basis.

While throwing light on the life of Baba Vishwakarma Day, the Minister said Vishwakarma is the divine architect of the universe, one of the fourteen precious things born of the Samundra Manthan and he

of education volunteers, Tara Chand said all those volunteers who have completed seven years should be regularized with a period of one week and no delay on this part would be tolerated.

He said recruitment for socially and educationally backward area and those near Line of Actual control has been approved on the pattern of ReTs, adding that the same should also be completed at the earliest so as to give a boost to education in these backward areas of the state.

Underscoring on completing civil works undertaken in different schools in a time bound manner, Tara Chand said the works should be expedited and concerned CEO should personally monitor the pace and report delays if any to the concerned authorities.

He said Infrastructure in the schools should be commensurate to the strength of the students and directions were issued to the executing agencies to hold proper consultations with the concerned head of institutions before taking up construction in the schools.

lages apprised the Minister with their demands and problems including construction of Bridge in the area to provide connectivity with Marh and blacktopping of approach road to Ladore.

Responding to their demands, Mr. Sadhotra announced that construction of

He also appealed youth to come forward and avail the benefits of self employment schemes launched by the State and Central Governments, especially SKWEPY. He said that Coalition Government, headed by Chief Minister Omar Abdul-

05. 11 .2013

HOROSCOPE Aries

March 21-April 19

You might feel like doing something different today, Aries. Everyone needs a break from the regular grind and this is a good time to try something new. Perhaps you feel like varying your routine. If this is your day off, you might spend the day doing whatever strikes your fancy. Try a new wardrobe style. Go to a movie. Do something to spice up your life today.

Taurus April 20-May 20

Start your day writing in a journal, Taurus. This provides an avenue to communicate and connect with your inner being. Things you need to do, ambitions, and even challenges can appear while you’re writing, providing a map that you can follow. Even if starting is difficult, stick with it. The words will come if you give it a chance. It can make your day much easier.

Gemini May 21-June 21

You might find it hard to get going, Gemini. Taking direction could rub you the wrong way, especially if you’re set on doing something different. Communicate your ideas and how you want to approach things rather than let irritation get to you. Your approach will be better received if you leave emotions out of it. You may even get kudos for staying calm and collected.

Cancer June 22-July 22

You might feel cheerful and generous today, Cancer.

Helping others will probably suit you, and matters will move along smoothly. If there are outstanding projects from earlier, tackle them first. It’s an opportune time to get caught up on challenges. Don’t hesitate to lend a hand if you’re approached or notice someone in need. This will benefit them as well as you.

Leo

July 23-August 22 Make an effort to connect with someone you miss today, Leo. Even if it feels painful at first, you’ll feel a lot better once you do. Pick up the phone, write a note, or send an email.

Let the person know you miss and care about him or her.

Expressing yourself is often far better than stuffing your feelings. The person may be missing you just as much.

Virgo

August 23-September 22

bridge would be started before March next year and said that after completion of the same, the people of the area would be benefitted a lot.

lah, is committed to channelize the energy of youth towards right direction for equitable and speedy development of the state.

Checking of Govt offices intensified in Anantnag ANANTNAG, NOVEMBER 04: In order to assure the cent percent attendance in Government offices across the district, checking of Government offices have been intensified. Scores of employees of Social Welfare, Education and Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe Corporation were found absent from their duty today.District Development Commissioner, Anantnag, Dr. Farooq Ahmad Lone charge sheeted the absentees.Checking squads constituted headed by District Officers will check the attendance of employees on daily basis and will furnish detailed report. The checking squads for Anantnag, Bijbehara, Dooru, Pahalgam and Kokernag will be led by Assistant Commissioner Revenue Anantnag, Deputy Director CA&PD, Chief Executive Officer Verinag Development Authority, Chief Executive Officer Pahalgam Development Authority and Chief Executive Officer Kokernag Development Authority respectively.

SDM Uri reviews Muharram arrangements URI, NOVEMBER 04: To review the Muharram arrangements in the border Tehsil of Uri, the Sub Divisional Magistrate, Uri convened a meeting of officers here today.The officers of Power Development Department, Public Health Engineering, Health Services, Consumer Affairs and Public Distribution and Local Municipal Committee attended the meeting.The Sub Divisional Magistrate directed the Power Development Department and Public Health Engineering authorities to ensure adequate power and water supply during Muharram-ul-Haram especially in Shia dominated areas.

Governor, First Lady celebrate Diwali with staff, security personnel JAMMU, NOVEMBER 4 – On the auspicious occasion of Diwali, a function was organized at Raj Bhavan here yesterday in which Mr. N. N. Vohra, Governor and Mrs. Usha Vohra, First Lady, celebrated the festival of lights with the officers and staff of the Governor’s Secretariat and personnel of J&K Police and CRPF who are deployed for providing security arrangements at the Raj Bhavan. This event, organized in the attractive lawns of Raj Bhavan, made the auspicious occasion a memorable one for the invited staff and security personnel.

The Governor, and the First Lady, extended Diwali greetings and offered sweets to all those assembled on the occasion. They interacted with the members of staff of the Governor’s Secretariat and the security personnel and wished them and their families well-being and prosperity.

Mr. Navin K. Choudhary, Principal Secretary to the Governor, was present on the occasion.

Peerzada reviews Muharram arrangements

SRINAGAR, NOVEMBER 04: Minister for Haj, Auqaf and Floriculture Peerzada Mohammad Sayeed, Who is here to attend the Winter Secretariat, today chaired a meeting of officers to review the arrangements for Muharram.

Directing the concerned for ensuring fool-proof arrangements on the occasion, the Minister asked for ensuring adequate quantity of essentials in the market for the convenience of the people.

He asked for proper cleanliness en-route the Muharram procession, besides ensuring uninterrupted power and water supply.

Later, various deputations also called on the Minister and apprised him about problems being confronted by them in their day-to-day life.

Peerzada issued on-the-spot directions to the officers concerned for attending to the peoples’ problems on priority, saying that they need to take immediate steps for redressing them.

Today may be a time of heightened reasoning and judgment for you, Virgo. What a great way to get things done!

Pull out unfinished projects and get going. Tackle issues or problems that have surfaced recently by facing them directly. Make the most of this day’s energy by thinking about ways to do things more efficiently. Be confident that you can handle anything.

Libra

September 23-October 23 Feed your mind today, Libra. The day’s energy supports growth and expansion, so why not see about learning about something you’re interested in? Challenge yourself by reading or taking a class. There are plenty of online subjects to engage you. Find something that interests you that you can do in your own time.

Scorpio

October 24-November 21 You’re more into socializing today than anything else, Scorpio. This could be great providing you don’t have a heavy workload. See who’s available and go for it. If you need to get something done, you’ll have to resist the temptation to chat too long. Use breaks for this and keep your focus on getting done what you’ve taken on. There’s always the evening to get together with friends.

Sagittarius November 22-December 21

You may find it hard to admit that you can’t do everything, Sagittarius. There are some jobs that you aren’t cut out to do.

Why pretend when a better option would be to delegate the task to someone else? If you don’t feel a strong connection with something or someone, don’t force it. Pretending that you’re capable of something will only cause frustration for you and everyone else.

Capricorn December 22-January 19

Don’t be surprised if you’re pensive, Capricorn. It’s one of those days when daydreaming can happen more readily.

Your imagination may also be at a peak. Rather than fighting this so you can be more productive, jot your ideas down. It may be to your advantage, as better and innovative ways of doing things can pop into your mind. Take time to ponder. It can bring great results.

Aquarius January 20-February 18

Chatting with your loved ones may be more appealing to you today than any other day, Aquarius. It may be important to curb this desire if there are many things that need your attention. If you’re at home, don’t spend all your time on the phone or loafing. Consider tending first to things that need to get done. Socializing will be far more enjoyable without guilty feelings about what you should be doing.

Pisces

February 19-March 20 Pisces, you can expect to feel a little more energetic today. In fact, you may run circles around everyone. What a great way to start the day. Head out with the confidence that you can easily handle anything that comes your way. Take time to enjoy the company of others as much as possible. If there are meetings on the agenda, handle them right away.

Editorial/Opinion The Daily

Zabarwan Times Tuesday, 05 November 2013

Make fast track recruitment system really fast

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he recent announcement of the state government to fill up the vacant posts in different government departments on fast track basis seems to have been forgotten as the advertisements after that have not been positive for the aspirants. The examination for recruitment of teachers by SSB and also the junior assistants is undergoing different stages of reaching to the final short listing of the candidates to be called for viva. Prior to that some other posts were advertised and examinations were conducted for recruitment but so far none of these have been finalized and the candidates remain where they were. It had generated a new hope amongst seven lakh educated unemployed youths when the coalition government had done away with the old system of recruitment which was discriminatory in nature. There are about eighty thousand posts vacant in different government organizations which can be filled on fast track basis and eighty thousand deserving candidates can be saved from further frustration and disappointment of their lives. It is really unfortunate that about fifty thousand unemployed educated youth are going to be over aged within a next couple of years and their hopes of getting an opportunity to earn their bread and butter will be dashed to earth forever.

The government should immediately remove all bottle necks in the recruitment policy and should fill up all these vacant posts immediately so that these fifty thousand unfortunate young men also get a chance to compete with others. It is a matter of fact that the state has no other avenues where it can recruit a large number of youths who have the capabilities to prove their metal. There are no big industries and no big corporate houses which can accommodate skilled and semi skilled professional. The dependence of the educated youth on governmental sector in itself is a big problem as the state lacks the resources to provide employment to every youth. Now it will be in the best interest of unemployed youths if the vacant posts are filled up on real fast track basis and red tapism in the process of recruitment is done away with.

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ZABARWAN TIMES 9

Tuesday, 05 November 2013

Taking Care of Senior Citizens

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e are living in an ageing world. Over the past few years, the world’s population has witnessed a growth in the number and proportion of older persons. According to a UN paper, such a rapid, large and ubiquitous growth has never been seen in the history of civilization. The World Health Orgnization (WHO) has projected that world-wide, there are around 600 million persons aged 60 years and over; this total will double by 2025 and will reach virtually two billion by 2050 - the vast majority of them in the developing world.

According to the Population Division, Department of Economic and Social Affairs, United Nations Secretariat, the current demographic revolution is predicted to continue well into the coming centuries. Its major features are: one out of every ten persons is now 60 years or above; by 2050, one out of five will be 60 years or older; and by 2150, one out of three persons will be 60 years or older. Similarly, the older population itself is ageing. The oldest old (80 years or older) is the fastest growing segment of the older population. They currently make up 13 percent of the 60+ age group and will grow to 20 percent by 2050. The number of centenarians (aged 100 years or older) is projected to increase 14-fold from approximately 265,000 in 2005 to 3.7 million by 2050.

This kind of demographic situation calls for fresh thinking at policy level to enable the societies to equip themselves for this changing scenario where not only taking care of senior citizens will be important but in addition emphasis should be on devising the ways in which the potential of senior citizens will be fully utilized.

Perhaps the time has come when it has become utmost necessary to change our mindset about the older persons and also change our notions about their perceived ‘limitations’. The societies must learn to take advantage of the experience and dormant abilities of older persons and also make necessary infrastructural and other changes required to meet this new challenge.

As the ‘Policy Considerations’ segment of the UN document ‘Implications of An Ageing Society’ notes, “Recognition of the uniqueness that unfolds throughout

one’s life is core to igniting society’s embrace of the contributions of its older citizens. The package of knowledge, wisdom and experience that so often comes with age is part of an inner awareness that cannot be traded, sold or stolen. It should, however, be activated, amplified and utilized in all the crossroads, fields and storefronts of society, and in the windows of our creative imaginations.”

Population of Senior Citizens in India The elderly population of our country is steadily on the rise and is projected to grow at a faster pace than the population in general. The population of senior citizens is projected to rise to nearly 12 crore by 2016, 14 crore by 2021 and over 17 crore by 2026. As per 2001 Census, total population of Senior Citizens (60+)

but lead a secure, dignified and productive life is a major challenge. Some main problems of senior citizens on which there is a constant need to take care include security, health care and need for care and maintenance.

National Policy on Older Persons (NPOP) 1999 Under Revision The first National Policy on Older Persons (NPOP) was announced in January, 1999 by the Government of India to reaffirm the commitment to ensure the well-being of the older persons. The Policy envisages State support to ensure financial and food security, health care, shelter and other needs of older persons, equitable share in development, protection against abuse and exploitation, and availability of services to improve the quality of their

The elderly population of our country is steadily on the rise and is projected to

grow at a faster pace than the population

in general. The population of senior citizens is projected to rise to nearly 12 crore by 2016, 14 crore by 2021 and over 17 crore by 2026.

was 7.7 crore, of which population of lives. Ten years have passed since the males and females was 3.8 crore and 3.9 announcement of the Policy. Keeping in crore respectively. Senior Citizens view the changing demography of the constituted 7.5% of the total population. senior citizens in the country, the Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Uttarakhand, Ministry of Social Justice and Haryana, Orissa, Maharashtra, Andhra Empowerment constituted a Committee in Pradesh, Karnataka, Goa, Kerala, Tamil January 2010 to assess the present status of Nadu and Puducherry have more than the various issues concerning senior citizens, national average (7.5%) of Senior in general, and implementation of National Citizens population. In 1991, about 6.8% Policy on Older Persons (NPOP), 1999 in of the total population was aged 60 years particular. The Committee is working on a and above. The figure is projected to go draft for a new National Policy on Older up to 12.4% in 2026. General improve- Persons. The Review Committee has so ment in the health care facilities over the far held five meetings and five regional years is one of the main reasons for meetings at Chandigarh, Chennai, continuing increase in proportion of Mumbai, Guwahati and Bhubaneswar. population of senior citizens in India. The Review Committee is expected to Ensuring that they not merely live longer, submit its recommendation by the end of

December 2010.

Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007 The Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007 was enacted in December 2007 to ensure need based maintenance for parents and senior citizens and their welfare. The Act, amongst other things, provides for maintenance of parents/ senior citizens by children/ relatives made obligatory and justiciable through Tribunals, revocation of transfer of property by senior citizens in case of negligence by relatives, penal provision for abandonment of senior citizens and protection of Life and Property of senior citizens etc.

The Act comes into force in a State upon notification by the individual State/ UT Government. At present, the Act had been notified by 22 States and all UTs. The States which had notified the Act are also required to take further measures for effective implementation of the various provisions of the Act. These measures include framing of rules, appointing Maintenance Officer and constituting Maintenance and Appellate Tribunals etc. So far, nine States namely, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Orissa, Tamil Nadu, Tripura and West Bengal have taken all the necessary steps as mentioned above. Remaining States/ UTs are constantly being reminded by the Centre to take necessary action in this regard at the earliest.

Integrated Programme for Older Persons (IPOP) The Ministry has been implementing a Central Sector Scheme “Integrated Programme for Older Persons (IPOP)” since 1992. The Scheme aims at improving the quality of life of senior citizens by catering to their basic needs, particularly shelter, food and health care to the destitute elderly. Under the Scheme, financial assistance up to 90% of the project cost is provided to non-governmental organizations for running and maintenance of old age homes, day care centres, mobile medicare units, etc. During the year 200910, 360 NGOs were supported under the Scheme to run 345 Old Age Homes, 184 Day Care Centres and 27 Mobile Medical Units. On an average, about 35,000 beneficiaries are being covered every year under the Scheme.

Plastic bags- An environmental hazard Issues related to environmental hazards contaminate food stuffs, if packed in /coloured plastic bags may contain s o l i d w a s t e s t r e a m w o u l d b e posed by plastic waste have been these carry bags. Heavy metals such as certain chemicals, which can leach to the substantiality reduced, as rag pickers assessed by several committees. The Cadmium contained in pigments can also ground and contaminate soil and sub-soil would be keen to segregate the same for problem created by the use of plastics reach out and prove to be a health hazard. w ater. Units not equipped with recycling purposes. bags is primarily due to shortcomings in Plasticizers are organic esters of low environmentally sound techniques for Thin plastic bags have little value and the waste management system. volatile nature. They can migrate to food recycling may create environmental their segregation is difficult. If the Indiscriminate chemical additives pose stuffs as a result of leaching. Plasticizers problems due to toxic fumes generated thickness of plastic bags is increased, it environmental problems including are also carcinogenic. during reprocessing. would make plastic bags expensive and choking open drains, ground water Antioxidants and Stabilizers are Some of the plastic bags which contain check their usage. The plastic contamination, etc. Plastic itself is a inorganic and organic chemicals to leftover food or which get mixed up with Manufacture Association could also be chemically insert substance, used world protect against thermal decomposition other garbage are eaten by animals involved in the waste collection and –wide for packaging and is not per-se during manufacturing process. Toxic resulting in harmful effects. Because of disposal system using the principle of hazardous to health and environment. metals like cadmium and lead when the non-biodegradable and impervious extended prouder responsibility.

Recycling of plastic, if carried out as per used in manufacturing of plastic bags nature of plastics, if disposed in the soil, Littering of Plastic carry bags, water approved procedures and guidelines, also leach out and contaminate the food they could arrest the recharging of ground bottles, plastic pouches have been a may not be an environmental or health challenge for municipal solid waste hazard. management. Many hilly States (Jammu What are Plastics? & Kashmir, Sikkim, West Bengal) have Plastics are polymers i.e. large molecules banned use of plastic carry bags/bottles consisting of repeating units called in tourist places. In Himachal Pradesh monomers. In the case of plastic bags, the the State Government of has taken a repeating units are ethylene. When cabinet decision to ban plastics in all ethylene molecules are polymerized to over the State since 15.08.2009 under the form polyethylene, they form long chains HP non- biodegradable Garbage of carbon atoms in which each carbon is (Control) Act, 1995. also bonded to two hydrogen atoms.

The Central Government too, has made What are plastic bags made of? assessment of the extent of damage Plastic bags are made from one of the caused to environment by plastic waste three basic types of polymers in the country by constituting polyethylene- High Density Committees and a Task Force which polyethylene (HDPE), Low Density studied the issue and made Polyethylene (LDPE), or Linear Lowrecommendations. The Ministry of Density Polyethylene (LLDPE).

Environment and Forests issued the Grocery bags are generally of HDPE, Recycled Plastics Manufacture and and bags from the dry cleaner are LDPE. Usage Rules 1999, and amended it in The major difference between these 2003 under the Environment materials is the degree of branching of (Protection) Act, 1986 for regulating and the polymer chain. HDPE and LLDPE managing plastic carry bags and are composed of linear, un-branched containers. The Bureau of Indian chains, while LDPE chains are branched.

Standards (BIS) has notified 10 Are plastics harmful to health? standards on biodegradable plastics.

Plastics are not intrinsically toxic or stuffs. Cadmium when absorbed in the water aquifers. Further, to improve the Alternatives to Plastic harmful. But plastic carry bags are low doses can cause vomiting and heart properties of plastic products and to The use of jute or cloth bag as manufactured using organic and enlargement. Lead exposure in long term inhibit degradation reactions, additives alternatives to plastic paper bag should inorganic additives like colourants and may cause degeneration of brain tissues. and plasticisers, fillers, flame retardants be popularized and prompted through and pigments are generally used, these fiscal incentives; however, it needs to pigments, plasticizers, antioxidants, Problems posed by Plastic Carry Bags stabilizers and metals.

Plastic bags if not disposed properly may may have health impacts. be noted that paper bag involve cutting Colourants and pigments are industrial find their way into the drainage system S t r a t e g i e s f o r P l a s t i c s Wa s t e of trees and their use is limited. azodyes which are used to give bright resulting into choking of drains, creating Management Ideally bio-degradable plastic bags colour to plastic carry bags. Some of unhygienic environment and causing Many states have prescribed thicker alone should be used and research work these are carcinogenic and likely to water borne diseases. Recycled bags. The inflow of plastic bags into the is on to develop biodegradable plastics.

Plastic bags if not disposed properly may find their way into the drainage system resulting into choking of drains, creating unhygienic environment and causing water borne diseases.

Recycled/coloured plastic bags may contain certain chemicals, which can leach to the ground and contaminate soil and sub-soil water.

Disclaimer : The contents and comments appearing in any article published in this paper are purely the personal opinion of the writer.

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Govt throws rings of protection around Narendra Modi Agencies New Delhi, November 04: Indian security forces are preparing for one of their most challenging assignments in decades, protecting BJP prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi in a country with a grim history of political assassinations.

A series of small bombs killed six people at a rally Modi held in the city of Patna on October 27.

Authorities said the home-grown Indian Mujahideen (IM) group was responsible. While Modi was not in the immediate vicinity of the explosions, the message was clear.

"Narendra Modi is way above everyone else on their hit list," said an officer in the Intelligence Bureau, who declined to be identified as he is not authorised to speak to the media.

"The IM cadre say he is actually 1 to 10 on their list. The rest come after that," said the officer, citing confessions of captured militants.

Modi will lead his Bharatiya Janata Party into a general election due

by May and his enemies will almost certainly be looking for another opportunity to strike.

The militants hold Modi responsible for riots in 2002, during his first term as chief minister of Gujarat state, in which at least 1,000 people, most of them Muslims, were killed.

Modi denies any role in the riots or bias against minority Muslims.

Communal animosity has led to several high-profile assassinations

in India, beginning months after independence when a Hindu fanatic gunned down Mahatma Gandhi, the leader of a non-violent struggle to throw off British rule.

Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, who was not related to Mahatma Gandhi, was killed by Sikh bodyguards in 1984 and her son, former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, was killed by an ethnic Tamil suicide bomber in 1991.

The election is shaping up to be a highly charged clash with Modi and his aggressive Hindu nationalist supporters facing off against their Congress-led rivals, who say the vote is a fight to preserve India's secular foundations.

Much of the battle will be waged at public gatherings. Even in these days of 24-hour news channels and the internet, Indian election campaigns hinge around rallies.

Modi will address countless throngs in coming months in his race against the Congress-led coalition which is expected to put up Rajiv Gandhi's son, Rahul Gandhi, as its prime ministerial candidate.

An elite team protecting Modi has been ordered to secure all public meetings using the same tactics of the Special Protection Group that guards former and serving prime ministers and their families along the lines of the US Secret Service.

Spotters in disguise will mingle in the crowds while an advance team will "sanitise" sites six times, the last

time an hour before Modi's arrival, a security official said.

"Sewage pipes, manholes, you plug every hole in the ground and above," said the official.

Gandhi has spoken of the deaths of his father and grandmother and said recently he could be next to fall to the politics of hate. He is guarded by the top-level Special Protection Group.

An attack on either Modi or Gandhi could spark waves of reprisal violence.

Modi, the three-time chief minister of Gujarat arouses strong passions among supporters and rivals. He is a hero of the Hindu right, and seen as a tough, business-friendly administrator who can help steady a nation in economic drift.

Critics accuse him of a deep-seated bias against Muslims and say he turned a blind eye to attacks during the 2002 riots. The Supreme Court absolved him of any wrongdoing.

The Indian Mujahideen has ties to Pakistan-based militants who have launched numerous attacks in India including the 2008 assault on several targets in the city of Mumbai.

Four days before the explosions at recent Patna rally, the Intelligence Bureau sent a letter to state authorities warning them of the threat to Modi, although they did not have specific information. "Narendra Modi being perceived as a leader of Hindus, may be targeted by rabid elements," the bureau said. "

Ex-Pakistani President Musharraf granted bail

Goalpara, November 04: Indefinite night curfew was today clamped along the Assam-Meghalaya border in Goalpara district and army and police were patrolling Gendamari area where seven persons were gunned down and 10 others seriously injured by suspected GNLA ultra.

The night curfew would be in force from 7pm to 6am within two km inside Assam from the inter-state border to prevent untoward incidents, district Deputy Commissioner Pritam Saikia said.

National Highway 62 between Damra in Assam and Dalu in Meghalaya as well as NH 51 between Paikan here and Dalu along with K h a r g a n g - Re s u b e l p a ra road were exempted from the purview of the curfew, Saikia said.

Army along with police was patrolling the violence-hit area to prevent further eruption of trouble, he said.

Suspected Garo National Liberation Army insurgents from Meghalaya indiscriminately fired from automatic weapons upon a

Agencies New Delhi, November 04: With a view to finalising the charge sheet in VVIP helicopter purchase scam, CBI will send a judicial request to Italy seeking statements of the accused who have been facing trial in that country.

CBI sources said a detailed questionnaire on various aspects of financial transactions, meetings of alleged middlemen and their interests in Indian and Tunisian companies, among others, would be part of the judicial request.

They said the agency wanted to first get the statements through the judicial request — also known as Letters Rogatory — after which it might seek extradition of the suspects, if needed.

The top executives of Italian firm Finmeccanica and its United Kingdom-based subsidiary AgustaWestland are facing trial in Italy for alleged corruption in supply of 12 VVIP helicopters to India.

The Rs 3600-crore contract is under probe of Italian and Indian agencies for alleged kickbacks paid to Indian officials, including former IAF chief S P Tyagi, to clinch it. Tyagi has denied allegations of any kickbacks.

Giuseppe Orsi and Bruno Spagnolini, former and current chief executives of AgustaWestland respectively, are facing trial in Italy for alleged corruption.

Orsi was heading AgustaWestland when the deal was signed in 2010 and is now the chief executive officer of parent company Finmeccanica.

The statements of both these top executives are important for CBI for finalising its charges which would be levelled in the charge sheet, the agency sources said.

India has become a civil party in the ongoing trial in Italy which helped it in getting court documents submitted by Italian prosecutors in connection with the case.

Agencies New Delhi, November 04: Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi on Monday sought one week’s time to reply to Election Commission’s notice on poll code violation.

Election Commission had on Thursday served the Congress party scion with a notice for his alleged speeches in which he had claimed that Pakistan’s ISI was trying to exploit Muzaffarnagar riot victims and accused BJP of playing politics of hatred.

The poll panel had directed him to explain by today as to why action should not be initiated against him for prima facie violating the model code of conduct.

EC had issued the notice to the Congress leader after examining his speeches made in Churu, Rajasthan on October 23 and in Indore, Madhya Pradesh on October 24.

The Commission also took into account a complaint filed by the main opposition party, BJP, in this regard and the electoral officer’s report in connection with Rahul’s speech.

“The Commission is prima facie of the view that your aforesaid

after students there began harassing massage parlors, stores in the capital that sold music and other targets that they felt promoted vulgarity. The people holed up in the mosque fought for days.

The raid ended with nearly 100 people dead, including at least 10 army commandos. The army said it seized a large cache of arms from the mosque when the siege was over. The incident severely damaged Musharraf’s reputation in the country and earned him the undying hatred of militants who

group of people gambling on the occasion of Diwali at remote Gendamari, killing six on the spot. Another person succumbed to injuries on way to hospital while 10 others were seriously wounded.

Meanwhile, government has announced an ex-gratia grant of Rs. six lakh to the next of kin of the deceased and free medical treatment for the injured.

Goalpara district has been witnessing violence since October 20 last with protests against the upcoming Rabha Hasong Autonomous Council elections between November 13 and 25 demanding exclusion of non Rabha areas from the Council.

Sources ruled out that last night's incident was connected with the Council elections.

Proscribed Garo National Liberation Army based in the Garo hills jungles of Meghalaya, adjacent to Goalpara district, has been fighting for a separate state since 2009 indulging in killings, attacks on security forces and civilians, blasts, kidnappings and extortions.

speeches are violative of abovereferred sub paras (1), (2) and (3) of Para 1 of the model code of conduct for political parties and candidates,” the EC said in its order.

The development comes a week after a delegation of BJP leaders met the EC officials and handed over a complaint letter against Rahul Gandhi for his al-

leged defamatory speech during his poll campaigns in Rajasthan.

The BJP had sought action against Gandhi after he addressed rallies in Churu and Kherli in Rajasthan for “inciting riotous behaviour.”

During a rally in Indore, Rahul had claimed that some Muslim youths from riots-hit Muzaffarnagar area were contacted by the Pakistan’s intelligence agency, ISI.

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launched a series of punishing attacks following the raid. The case stems from a complaint filed by the son of the mosque’s cleric who died in the siege. The son had been pushing for Musharraf to be investigated but police refused until a judge in Islamabad ordered them to open a case in early September. Saddiqi said the bail granted Monday means Musharraf should be free to leave his house on the outskirts of Islamabad, where he has been held under arrest since April.

7 killed by rebels in Assam, curfew clamped Agencies

CBI to send judicial request to Italy

Rahul Gandhi seeks seven days to reply to EC’s notice

PM inaugurates annual conference of BJP leader Samarpal Singh killed in Indian Heads of Missions

Agencies Islamabad, November 04: A court granted former Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf bail Monday in a case related to the death of a radical cleric, paving the way for an end to his more than six-month house arrest, his defense lawyer said.

Musharraf, who has been plagued by legal troubles since he returned to Pakistan in March after years of selfimposed exile, already has been granted bail in three other cases against him.

However, he is still prevented from leaving the country, his lawyer Ilyas Saddiqi said.

Saddiqi said Musharraf was granted bail because there was no evidence to prove his involvement in the death of the radical cleric, who was killed during a raid on a hard-line mosque in Islamabad in 2007. Prosecutors could not be immediately reached for comment.

Musharraf ordered the raid against the Red Mosque

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New Delhi, November 04: Crossborder terror and India's ties with neighbours, including China, and other key regional issues are expected to be high on the agenda of annual conference of Indian Heads of Missions in New Delhi from Monday to be attended by nearly 120 envoys.

The four-day brainstorming meet, which is a closed-door affair, will also have some new components including business round tables with the Indian Heads of Missions from US and Canada, Latin America & Caribbean (LAC) & Africa Regions on November 5, the spokesperson in the External Affairs Ministry said.

As per tradition, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh inaugurated the conference at Vigyan Bhawan and it will be addressed by ministers and senior officials, besides these round tables will be attended by a select group of CEOs and senior industry members. Asked if the deliberations of the Heads of Missions will be confined to India's role in the present international scenario or issues like the repeated ceasefire violations by Pakistan and developments in Chi-

na on the borders will also be discussed, the spokesperson said, "all the issues that you mentioned will be discussed."

"As will India's socioeconomic realities be discussed, as will areas about our development agenda and what we are doing to implement the global development agenda be discussed. So this is a holistic approach....

"We expect that all issues of interest to practitioners of Indian foreign policy will be covered in that discussion," he said.

The theme for this year's conference is "India's Place in Changing World Order : Where Do We See Ourselves? What Do We Wish to Achieve?"

"As is usual, the Heads of Mission will interact with the President, the Vice-President. The Prime Minister will address them. They will also be addressed by the External Affairs Minister, the Minister for Commerce, and the National Security Advisor," the Spokesperson said.

Interestingly this year, in addition to the usual focus on neighbours and South Asia, the effort is also to focus in a very specific regional manner, he said. Therefore, the meet will have CII and FICCI round tables focused on different regions, he said, adding these will be interactions between the Heads of Missions from various regions with leading Indian businessmen etc., who have interest in those regions.

Lucknow, November 04: BJP leader and former legislator from Uttar Pradesh Samarpal Singh on Monday died in a road accident in Meerut.

The accident occurred near Chota Hassanpur in Meerut early this morning when his car rammed into a truck, killing 54-year-old Samarpal on the spot, police said.

Samarpal was elected from Lok Dal ticket from Barnawa seat in Meerut in 2002 Assembly elections. He switched over to BJP during the last Assembly elections and contested from Shivalkhas assembly seat but lost.

He was a member of the state executive of the party and had been two time MLA and MLC. He entered in politics as a student leader from Lucknow University and held the post of Students' union president.

Condoling his death, Uttar Pradesh BJP spokesman Vijay Bahadur Pathak said with his death the party "lost a great leader, who always stood against system in the interest of common man.

Kerry hails Saudi Arabia as important U.S ally Agencies Riyadh, November 04: U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry praised Saudi Arabia as a "very, very important" ally on Monday as he visited the Gulf Kingdom on a mission to soothe strains in the relationship over U.S. policy on Iran, Syria and the Palestinian issue.

Kerry, who is touring the region, met the Saudi foreign minister on Monday morning and was due to have talks with King Abdullah later.

"We have very important things to talk about to make sure the Saudi-U.S. relationship is on track, rolling forward and doing things that we need to accomplish," Kerry said in remarks to U.S. Embassy staff.

Washington's relationship with the Saudis was crucial as the region faced changes and challenges from the transition in Egypt to civil war in Syria.

"The Saudis are very, very important to all of us. The Saudis are really the senior player in the Arab world together with Egypt," he said.

Saudi Arabia, Washington's main Arab ally, is angry over what is sees as a weak foreign policy on the part of the Obama administration which has allowed Israel to continue building settlements in the Palestinian territories and conflict to persist in Syria.

Saudi concerns are also partly founded

on a fear that President Barack Obama's moves to reduce tensions with Iran will give Riyadh's main regional foe an opportunity to extend its influence in Arab countries.

Speaking before his meeting with foreign minister Prince Saud al-Faisal, Kerry reiterated that the United States was determined Iran would not get a nuclear weapon.

Kerry's visit is his first since the Saudi intelligence chief warned last month of a

"shift away" from Washington and said Riyadh's abdication of its seat on the U.N. Security Council was a message for the United States. A senior State Department official, who requested anonymity, played down suggestions of a major rift with Riyadh.

"We have a tremendous number of ongoing discussions, virtually on a daily basis, with senior Saudi officials," he said.

The official acknowledged that Saudi

Arabia opposed Iran's participation in proposed Syria peace talks in Geneva. Riyadh is a leading supporter of the rebels fighting Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, who is a close ally of Iran. The Saudi English-language daily Arab News laid out the kingdom's reasons for frustration.

"Riyadh's alienation from its ally stems from how the U.S. has continued in recent years to drag its feet on securing a peace settlement in Palestine, and most particularly from how it has pursued a wishywashy policy in Syria," Jamal Doumani wrote in the newspaper. In the most senior levels of Saudi government, princes are also exasperated by the U.S. reluctance to back Egypt's military in July after it overthrew the elected Islamist president. "The Saudis' position will not be changed until it's proven on the ground that the U.S. is changing its policy," said Mustafa Alani, an analyst at the Gulf Research Centre in Geneva.

Saudi royals were also disappointed by Kerry's efforts in bringing about an agreement to disarm Syria's chemical arsenal in August after a gas attack in Damascus, Alani said. "They want a clear commitment from the American side that Geneva 2 (peace talks) will not turn into 3, 4 and 5. And if this process fails to achieve the objective of removing Assad from power, the Americans should change their policy from diplomacy to changing the balance on the ground," he said.

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Sachin Tendulkar prepares hard for his final outing at Eden Gardens Agencies

KOLKATA: Preparing for his last outing at the iconic Eden Gardens, legendary batsman Sachin Tendulkar was a picture of focus and concentration as the Indian team hit the nets on Monday ahead of the all important Test match against the West Indies beginning November 6.

Tendulkar started off with some warm-up exercises and subsequently rolled his arm over at the nets.

Bowling in tandem with spinners Ravichandran Ashwin and Pragyan Ojha, Tendulkar dished out leg breaks and Murli Vijay had some difficulty negotiating the spin at the nets. He was beaten on a couple of occasions by Tendulkar’s sharp turning deliveries.

After bowling for a few minutes, the little master padded up and chatted with coach Duncan Fletcher as he waited for his turn at the nets.

He first faced the pacers, displaying his watertight defence. While other batsmen at the adjacent nets missed or edged a few, Tendulkar looked at ease hitting his trademark drives.

He tackled the pacers for around 15 minutes before moving to the adjacent net where the spinners were on the job. He also asked Ojha, who

was bowling more at the stumps, to alter his line which the left arm obliged.

Tendulkar, who seems to have lost none of the zeal for batting despite spending a marathon 24 years in top flight cricket, was in his element against the spinners as he executed elegant drives and cuts much to the delight of a motley crowd of aspiring cricketers.

The batting legend knocked at

the nets for another 20 minutes and then made way for the others, as he watched the youngsters practice at the nets.

After a brief rest and chat with teammates, Tendulkar moved to the far away net where local club bowlers were in action. He knocked a few balls and later gave a few tips to the youngsters.

Meanwhile, Fletcher was seen engaged in an animated chat with

PARIS: Novak Djokovic beat defending champion David Ferrer of Spain 7-5 7-5 to win the Paris Masters on Sunday and keep alive his hopes of reclaiming the world number one spot by the end of the year.

The Serb recovered from a break down in both sets to snatch his third consecutive title, following victories in Beijing and at the Shanghai Masters last month, and the 40th of his career.

“It has been a very difficult match for me,” Djokovic said in a courtside interview.

“It has been very hard against one of the best competitors on tour, someone who never gives up. I have been patient, I played aggressive. I am very happy with this win.”

It is the first time Djokovic, the 2009 Paris Masters champion, has won back-to-back Masters Series events since his successive triumphs in Rome, Madrid and Montreal in 2011.

He could still overthrow world number one Rafa Nadal if he wins next week’s ATP World Tour Finals in London and the Davis

Cup final with Serbia, who host Czech Republic in Belgrade later this month.

Ferrer, who collected his first Masters Series crown last year in Paris, became the fifth defending champion to reach the final at the indoor event and fail to retain their title.

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Sir Ian Botham has joined members of the England team in defending Alastair Cook following criticism from Shane Warne, describing the England captain as a “thorn in the side” of Australia.

Warne called Cook’s tactics “boring and negative” and went on to claim his style of captaincy could cost England the Ashes.

“Cook can be negative, boring and not very imaginative,” Warne said. “I don’t like that style of captaincy.

“He needs to be more proactive. If Australia play well, and Cook continues to captain the way he does, I think he will lose the series.”

However, Botham - speaking on his latest charity walk in Sri Lanka laughed off Warne’s comments and believes Australia should get their

own house in order.

Following Shane Warne’s criticism of England captain Alastair Cook, Sir Ian Botham believes Australia need to get their own house in order.“If it’s not Warne, it’s Glenn McGrath telling everyone they’re going to win 5-0,” the former England all-rounder told Sky Sports News.

“It’s all just a bit of friendly banter. I wouldn’t expect anything else.

Meet the lady who taught Viswanathan Anand his baby steps in chess Agencies World champion’s mother Susheela has shown the way for many parents who help their children during initial days of playing the game of 64 squares.

Susheela Viswanathan is considered a role model parent in India because she moulded the chess career of fivetime World champion Viswanathan Anand. Susheela taught her son the moves when he was just five and always accompanied him in tournaments. She was instrumental in starting a trend in Indian chess with parents providing support to children.

Anand watched Susheela and his sister play chess at home and wanted to learn the game. But learning was not enough for the little boy. Susheela found Tal Chess Club in Chennai for Anand to pursue his passion and was with him until he played some of the big matches in the 1990s.

“I don’t want to say that I was behind his achieve-

ment,” says Susheela. “A mother has to be by the side of the child taking baby steps in any field. In my case, it happened to be chess,” adds Susheela, who vows she would watch his son’s moves in Chennai against Magnus Carlsen on the Internet, if not in person.

It is difficult to say whether Anand would have become a world champion if Susheela had not found the talent in him and nursed his career along. But there was a thin line that separated Susheela from the modern parents who persuaded their children into careers.Susheela Thipsay, mother of GM Pravin Thipsay, had a somewhat similar role to play in his son’s chess progress. “When I started playing, parents had no direct role to play. That was the social set-up, at least in urban India. My parents never visited the tournament hall or accompanied any of us, neither

did the parents of my contemporaries,” says Pravin, whose brothers Abhay and Sathish also played at the top junior national level.

But that did not mean she had no role in shaping the careers. Pravin played the inter-school chess competition in the 1970s in Mumbai only because his mother put him in a school that encouraged chess. “Had I not played inter-school, I might not have played chess at all,” Pravin told dna.

Dibyendu Barua of West Bengal, India’s second GM after Anand, had his father accompanying his son in chess tournaments. He even gave up his job to help further his son’s career.But there was always a difference in what they did for their children.

“Anand’s mother always accompanied him and took care of him,” recounts Thipsay. “But she never interfered in the game or technical matters including protests.”In top-level chess, there are many examples in which the parents played pivotal roles in the careers of their sons or daughters. The Polgar sisters are the most striking case as Laszlo Polgar, father of Judit, Zsusza and Sofia, the Hungarian trio who made headlines in the late 1980s.

Indian women crush Malaysia 5-1 to enter Asian Champions Trophy final Agencies NEW DELHI: Indian women continued their impressive show at the Asian Champions Trophy (ACT) hockey tournament as they spanked Malaysia 5-1 to secure their place in the summit clash of the event at Kakamigahara, Japan on Monday.

After being locked 1-1 at half time, India scored four field goals after the changeover to register their second consecutive win in the four-team women’s competition.

India, who stunned higher-ranked China 4-2 in their tournament opener, will take on hosts Japan on Thursday in their last round-robin match, which will also be a dress rehearsal ahead of Saturday’s final.

With two wins from as many games, Japan also sealed their place in the final of the women’s event. Japan on Mon-

day defeated China 5-1 in another match.

Against Malaysia on Monday, the Indian girls were slow to get off the blocks.

It was Malaysia who took lead in the 15th minute through a penalty corner conversion by skipper Nadia Abdul Rahman.

But India hit back nine minutes later when Poonam Rani (24th) converted a penalty corner to level the scores.

In the second half, it was India all the way as Neil Hawgood’s girls displayed incredible attacking hockey to run away with the match.

India allrounder Ravindra Jadeja has been fined 10% of his match fee for using offensive language against Shane Watson, after the Australia batsman was dismissed during the final ODI in Bangalore.

Watson, who had scored a quickfire 49 off 22 balls during the chase of 384, was caught at short third man off Jadeja, before the bowler gave him a send-off.

The match referee Andy Pycroft ruled that Jadeja had breached Article 2.1.4 of the ICC code of conduct. Jadeja had apologised for his actions, though, so there was no formal hearing or heavier penalty - such a level one breach could draw a reprimand and a fine of up to 50% of the match fee.

After his ruling, Pycroft said: “Mr Jadeja’s reaction after dismissing Shane Watson was clearly in breach of the code as the players are always expected to respect their opponents, no matter what the match situation.

Mr Jadeja apologised for his action when on-field umpire Nigel Llong spoke to him immediately after

the incident and reminded him of his responsibilities.”

There was some tension in the air all through Watson’s stay at the crease in Bangalore. He seemed to have done damage to a hamstring halfway through his bowling spell and had to leave the field, and then

came out to bat only at No. 8, when Australia were 138 for 6. Watson punched his first ball into the covers, where Shikhar Dhawan fielded it and hobbled exaggeratedly, seemingly mocking Watson and drawing several shakes of the head from him.

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opener Shikhar Dhawan whose stint at the nets was uncomfortable as he continuously missed or edged. The coach was seen gesturing to Dhawan about ways to play the rising ball.

At the fag end of the practice, when the Indian players were busy in fielding drills, Dhawan spent some time discussing matters with Tendulkar.

Before moving out with his teammates, Tendulkar had a brief fielding session where he concentrated on some catching practice.

Earlier, on his arrival at the venue. Tendulkar was greeted by his wax replica placed at the entrance of the dressing room by the local staging body, Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB), which is leaving no stone unturned to make the master’s swansong Eden outing for India memorable for him, the city, as also his countless admirers.

One hundred youngsters stood on both sides of the stretch from the main gate of the stadium upto the dressing room and formed a human chain when the Team India bus arrived and Tendulkar alighted from the vehicle.

Saluting 24 golden years of Tendulkar’s international playing career, 24 confetti cannons burst spraying red paper on the cricketing genius.

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Namita Toppo (44th minute), Ritu Rani (52nd), Amandeep Kaur (54th) and Deep Grace Ekka (65th) scored for India to take the game out of Malaysia’s reach.

“Cook has been the biggest thorn in their side over the last few years, and he will continue to be in Australia.

“I think Australia should start looking at themselves because they’ve got problems of their own - they can’t defend 360 in a oneday game (against India), not once but twice!

“I feel sorry for their batsmen - they get all the runs and then the bowlers get carted around the ground.

“Australia should look at their own back yard and not worry too much about ours.” Anderson is one of several England players who have leapt to the defence of his skipper.

“The lads are really enjoying playing for him,” he told Sky Sports News.

“He leads from the front, leads by example and just drags everyone with him. His passion is there for everyone to see.”

Matt Prior was another who was quick to give his backing to Cook.

“There’s always going to be scrutiny and the captain, as the leader, is always going to come under fire,” he said. ‘Cooky’ is a very strong person mentally and his record speaks for itself - and he’s doing pretty well.”

Jonathan Trott claimed Warne’s comments were all part and parcel of an Ashes tour and that he was not taking them too seriously.

“There are seven hours to fill each day and five days - that’s a lot of hours for people to talk and for players to get scrutinised. To win a series 3-0 I don’t think your tactics can be that bad.

Leander Paes eyes piece of history in London Agencies LONDON: India’s Leander Paes and Czech Radek Stepanek, the seventh ranked team in the Barclays ATP World Tour Finals, will be looking to do serious damage to the eight-team draw in a bid to make history at the O2 Arena this week.

The US Open champions, playing together for the first time since they triumphed in New York in early September, are gunning for their first year-end title.

The 40-year-old Indian veteran, who qualified for the event for the 14th time, having made his debut in 1997, is a four-time finalist, but is yet to win the crown that has also eluded his countrymen.

The Indo-Czech com-

bine will open their campaign against the Austrian-Brazilian pairing of Alexander Peya and Bruno Soares in a Group ‘B’ engagement on Tuesday. The allSpanish affair that pits Marcel Granollers and Marc Lopez against Fernando Verdasco and David Marrero completes the group. In the opening doubles clash of the championships on Monday, Pakistan’s Aisam Ul-Haq Qureshi and Dutchman Jean-Julien Rojer will play Pols Marcin Matkowski and Mariusz Fyrstenberg, the last team through the doors, in a Group ‘A’ match-up. The all-conquering American twins Bob and Mike Bryan,

who play the debutant pairing of Croatia’s Ivan Dodig and Brazil’s Marcelo Melo in their opener on Tuesday evening, complete the group.

Paes hasn’t had the greatest build-up to the seasonending event, playing with different partners, winning four matches in four tournaments. Playing alongside Canada’s Daniel Nestor in Paris last week, the duo lost in the second round after getting a first-round bye.

Kolkata hotel names menu after Sachin Tendulkar ahead of his farewell series Agencies Dig into savouries, sandwiches and continental fare named after batting great Sachin Tendulkar, courtesy a special menu dedicated to him here.

While you stay glued to the screens to catch the master blaster weave magic on field at the Eden Gardens during the 199th Test from Nov 6-10, be sure to sample the 'Cover Drive in the Legend's Style' menu at the Taj Bengal - home to both the Indian and West Indies teams during their stay here.

The Hub restaurant of the hotel is serving its clients snacks like Behind the Stump (Clay oven roasted

chicken tikka in croissant), Leg Glance (A Mumbai street style sandwich made with spiced potatoes and cheddar cheese) and Boundary (Herb garlic fish finger) among others.

In the Italian and Mexican range, pizzas, risottos and pastas have been named after cricket terms like Square Cut, Over the Square Leg, Hook, Late Cut to add a special touch.

The menu is available till Nov 10.Tendulkar had earlier announced that the two match series against the Windies will be his last.

While his 199th Test will be played here, Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium (Nov 14-18) will host Tendulkar's 200th and last match.