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Parliament rejects Pak National Assembly resolution
New Delhi, August 14:
Both the Houses of Parliament today rejected outright and deplored the anti-India resolutions passed by the National Assembly of Pakistan and the Federal Assembly of Punjab yesterday. A resolution, adopted by the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha, termed the Pakistani resolution as absolutely
baseless and unfounded against the armed forces of India and its people. The resolution said that there should be absolutely no doubt about the involvement of the Pakistan Army in the unprovoked attack on the army patrol on the Indian side of the Line of Control on the 6th of this month. It regretted that Islamabad indulged in unprovoked attacks at
a time when efforts were being made to establish a long-lasting framework of peaceful and friendly ties so that both countries could devote their resources and energies for the welfare of the people of the respective countries. Stating that India is not a threat to Pakistan or its people, the resolution said it is the terrorist groups See Parliament on Pg. 11
‘Join hands Let harmony, peaceful co-existence be our resolve to propel J&K on Independence Day: Omar on the path of Srinagar, August 14: trend in the society is of progress’ serious concern”, he said In his address to the people from Doordarshan and Radio Kashmir on the Independence Day, Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah while extending his warm greetings, has shown concern over the trend of getting carried away by rumours and reacting violently without ascertaining facts. “This
and underlined its consequences as dangerous and detrimental to the progress and welfare of the State. He said heeding to rumours and resorting to violence results in the loss of precious human lives and property besides peace disturbance. See Omar on Pg. 11
Srinagar, August 14: Mr. N. N. Vohra, Governor Jammu and Kashmir, today said that since the beginning of this year there have been continuing attempts at infiltration and repeated attacks on our Security Forces, leaving no doubt that the adversary agencies and forces across the LoC See Join hands on Pg. 11
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that have been nurtured by Pakistan which have become the biggest threat to peace in the region. New Delhi made it categorically clear that the entire state of Jammu and Kashmir including the territory forcibly and illegally occupied by Pakistan, is an integral part of India and will always remain so. The resolution said India upholds the sanctity of the Line of Control and calls upon the Pakistani regime to abide by the ceasefire commitment of 2003 along the international border and the Line of Control both in letter and spirit. The resolution paid tribute to the courage and valour of the Indian armed forces personnel, who laid down their lives while upholding the sanctity of the Line of Control. It warned Islamabad that New Delhi’s restraint should not be taken for granted nor should the capacity of its armed forces to ensure the territorial integrity of India.
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Condemning the loss of human lives and damages caused to property in Kishtwar and other parts of Jammu Division during the clashes between two groups, Omar Abdullah reminded the people of the pluralistic ethos of the State and said that Jammu and Kashmir has been abode of different religions, faiths, cultures, languages and ethnic groups. He said that people have together nurtured communal harmony and brotherhood since ages. He said some elements that thrive on dividing the society in the name of religion, region and caste, for vested interests, attempt to create tension between different sections of the society, disturb peace and tranquillity and create mistress in the minds of people for personal benefits. “They do this just to polarize the society for their self ends”, he added. Omar Abdullah also referred to the sectarian clashes in parts of Budgam and the Gool incident and said that rumours and reactions without ascertaining the truth were the reason for escalation of tension both the two cases. He also condemned the loss of human lives and property in these incidents. He said that Government would take all measures to ensure justice to the people. In his fervent appeal to the public, the Chief Minister asked them to rise to the occasion and exhibit their highest faith in State’s pluralistic characteristic. He said working together and strengthening the bonds of amity between various sections of the society is the right reply to those who want to wedge the society in the name of religion and other counts. “You have to rise to the occasion and defeat the designs of these elements by showing your unity and sidelining the elements responsible for creating tension between various sections of the society”, he said and maintained that people of different faiths have lived in the State peacefully and will live together in future in a atmosphere of harmony and brotherhood. “This should be our resolve and message to all on the auspicious occasion of Independence Day”, he emphasized. The Chief Minister also drew the attention of people towards a most important issue of female foeticide and said that this evil has silently crept in the society and should be of the utmost concern for one and all. “Nothing can be more heinous and inhuman than killing female baby in the womb of the mother”, he said and described it unbelievable in a learned, educated and religious society. Omar Abdullah referred to the Hadhis (Saying) of Prophet Muhammad (SAWW) that any person who nurtures a girl child will get Jannat (Haven) in reward and cautioned the people against the sin of female foeticide. He appealed the civil society, religious leaders, social workers and others to play their important role in making people aware of the dangerous consequences of this inhuman act so that the trend reported in this regard is reversed. The Chief Minister also referred to another social evil of drug addiction among the youth and said that this menace is engulfing them under its clutches. “It has been observed that the tentacles of drug addiction is bringing youth under its grip and is deeply penetrating in the vitals of the society”, he said and added that if this menace is not restricted; the State would be deprived of its talented youth. He also sought the involvement of civil society in this regard and said that the Government and people have to work together to curb all social evils. While expressing concern over the escalation of tension and violation of ceasefire on LOC and borders, the Chief Minister batted for restoration of peace on borders and asked Pakistan to create conducive atmosphere for talks so that dialogue process is started to address all issues. Omar Abdullah reiterated his stand on Jammu and Kashmir’s political issues and emphasized once again for political addressing of political issues across the table amicably. He said power or gun has never been and will never be instrumental to resolve problems. “It is the talking process which can melt the ice and help find solution to all matters”, he said and wanted Pakistan to create atmosphere for talks. The Chief Minister also called for sustained internal dialogue between separatists and the Centre and said that his Government will work as an active facilitator in this regard. He said those who have so far shunned the practice of putting their viewpoint across the table should come for dialogue. He said democracy in India is so strong that their viewpoint would be heard in detail and earnestly. “You can explain your viewpoint across the table openly and candidly”, he told them and said that his Government would facilitate all such moves. On financial autonomy, Omar Abdullah said that his cherished desire is to make Jammu and Kashmir financially self-sufficient so that all development projects of important public concern could be funded indigenously and economy and employment generation catapulted. He said his Government has already laid edifice to achieve this stupendous goal by harnessing State’s power resources. He said within next some years ‘we are going to produce 9000 MWs of power in the State to end power crisis and give strength to our economy’. He said his Government harnessing resources in agriculture, tourism, horticulture, handicrafts, industries and other sectors to make the State self reliant in finances so that it has not to rely on central funding for every project. The Chief Minister said that his Government has taken various initiatives to empower youth and women and referred the schemes of SKEWPY, UMEED, UDAN and HIMAYAT. He said these schemes are unique in the
Country. The Chief Minister appealed to the people to continue their support to him so that his aim to build a prosperous and plenty Jammu and Kashmir is realized. He ended his speech with the couplets.
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two developments take us closer to the momentous day when the Katra-Banihal sector is completed. This shall provide Kashmir round the year rail connectivity with the entire country”. Referring to road connectivity, the Governor said “the 4-laning of the Jammu–Srinagar Highway is progressing and the Mughal Road, which shall enable travellers from Rajouri and Poonch side to reach Kashmir Valley within a few hours, is also nearing completion. Another heartening news is the Prime Minister’s announcement, on his recent visit to J&K, that the Centre shall provide Rs. 710 crore for meeting land acquisition costs to enable the speedy implementation of all the PMGSY road projects which were pending completion because of fiscal problems”. The Governor said that since we attained freedom our country has marched ahead on many fronts and the people of India represent the largest democracy in the world. He said that on the happy occasion of our Independence Day we must pay homage to the tall leaders who made enormous sacrifices to liberate our country from the foreign yoke. We should also rededicate ourselves to safeguarding our hard won freedom and resolving to zealously carrying out our duties to see that our country emerges amongst the leading nations in the world, he said.
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The Governor wished Mr. Omar Abdullah, Chief Minister, and all members of his Council of Ministers, high success in the State Government’s endeavour to achieve rapid growth and development of the State. He greeted the people of Jammu and Kashmir on this joyous occasion and wished them a happy, bright and prosperous future.
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remain committed to their agenda of destabilising J&K, adding that in this scenario the Security Forces shall Srinagar August 14: Eight and two years Chulbul D/o need to maintain eternal vigilance. He said that, side by persons were injured in Chatu R/o Maharashtra near side, the J&K Police shall need to take timely predifferent road accident work shop, Peak Auto emptive action to ensure that the subversive elements, a c r o s s t h e v a l l e y. A Limited on NHW near who receive encouragement and support from adverMotorcycle bearing number Uranhal. All the injured girls sary agencies, are not allowed to instigate incidents for Jk02U/3516 on way from were shifted to Hospital for disrupting communal harmony in any part of the State. Zainapora to Budroo skidded t r eatment. In another In a message on the eve of Independence Day, the off the road at Wapzan near accident, a Maruti 800 Governor said that the Administration shall also need to bridge Bijbehara, resulting in collided with a Fiat Puntoo car take effective initiatives to ensure that societal harmony injuries to the motorcyclist bearing number JK01M/9342 is maintained in all regions of the State. and pillion. Both the injured near Boatman colony, The Governor reiterated his appeal to the leaders of all were shifted to hospital for Bemina, resulting in injuries political, social, cultural and religious organisations, treatment. Meanwhile, an to three persons who were and all other segments of society, in all the three regions unknown vehicle hit three travelling in the Maruti car. of the State, to join ranks and work most closely non-local minor girls, 7 years All the injured were shifted together for enabling the peaceful resolution of all Gareba, four years Sureelie to hospital for treatment. outstanding issues, through dialogue and discussion. He said that we must also join hands to work unitedly for taking the State speedily forward on the path of progress and prosperity. The Governor observed that Jammu and Kashmir will be able to achieve rapid human development and steady J&K Police invites Expression of Interest (EOI) from interested parties/transport agencies/reputed firms for providing of vehicles on economic growth only when there is sustained peace monthly basis on hiring (as specified in Annexure "A"). The vehicles are to be used in different units of J&K Police including Security along the LoC. He said “while looking forward to the Central Pool Kashmir/Jammu etc. for the use of political persons of different political parties on the following terms and conditions. The early realisation of such a development, we must thank tentative number of vehicles required on hiring is 250. l) The rates so quoted should be inclusive of all duties, taxes and haltage charges etc. the Army for maintaining eternal vigil on the LoC and 2) The fuel would be provided by the hiring agency on the basis of actual mileage covered. The consumption of fuel for various types of pay homage to the valiant officers and men who have vehicles shall be applicable as per norms. laid down their lives for maintaining the territorial 3) The payment to the owner shall be released on monthly basis after proper authentication. integrity of our country”. The Governor said that in the 4) Maintenance of hired vehicles shall be borne by the owner/agency. country’s march towards growth and development, our 5) Vehicle must be insured and not involved in any criminal case. 6) Applicable taxes, registration, insurance shall be borne by the owner/agency. State has not so far been able to be in the vanguard 7) The approved supplier shall provide suitable/fit vehicles as per motor vehicles act duly registered/approved. because of the prolonged period of disturbances, 8) The hired vehicle shall remain deployed as per the hiring order issued by J&K Police after the hiring process is finalized. turmoil and violence which our people have gone The information provided in this notice for expression of interest is only indicative in all respects. Relevant details to be reflected in detailed through. However, it is a matter for some satisfaction hiring of vehicles agreement etc. shall be provided in the RFP to be issued to short-listed agencies. The short-listed agencies shall provide that, notwithstanding the continuing external support to details of all such information in their proposals as required. This document does not constitute an offer or invitation, or solicitation of an offer, nor does this document or anything contained herein, shall form a basis of any contract or commitment whatsoever. terrorism, in the past few years the activities of terrorist Organizations willing to participate in Expression of Interest (EOI) should apply to the address given below on or before 27/08/2013 by networks have been progressively contained. For this 4.00 p.m. All EOIs received in time will be scrutinized according to the eligibility criteria and the eligible EOIs would be short listed and we owe gratitude to our people, J&K Police and the will be invited for a pre-bid meeting on a suitable date which will be conveyed to all the short listed firms/transport agencies. Short listed Security Forces who have made continuing sacrifices to agencies would be required to submit their price bids according to the tender documents finalized by the Police Headquarters J&K after the pre-bid meeting. combat terrorism, he added. The transport operator/vehicle owners who are interested can submit their offer on prescribed format (Annexure A) The Governor observed that the turbulence in the past EOIs should be submitted in sealed envelopes and on top of the envelops it should be clearly marked as "Hiring of Vehicles". years has adversely affected the functioning of the The EOI is also available on J&K Police website www.jkpolice.gov.in administrative apparatus and eroded the erstwhile ethos The address for correspondence is as below:and work culture. In this context, he said that it would Director General of Police Police Headquarters J&K, Peerbagh Srinagar Kashmir 190014 be necessary to ensure the success of several initiatives, Annexure “A” Format for Hiring of Light Motor Vehicles by J&K Police which were launched in the recent years, for S. No Description Governance to regain its dynamism. 1. Vehicle Type Multi Utility Vehicle (MUV) The Governor said “the educational system in the State 2. Body Type All Metal, Four/Five Doors, Non-AC Type suffered severe damage during the period of militancy. 3. Fuel Type Diesel It is gratifying to note that, notwithstanding certain 4. Engine Capacity 2 Lts above 5. Fuel Tank Capacity 55 Lts Minimum continuing constraints, the educational arena has 6. Seating Capacity 7 Seated Minimum started showing vibrance. Among others, this resur7. Ground Clearance 180 mm minimum gence is manifested by a progressively increasing 8. Steering Power Steering number of our youth coming out successful in the 9. Emission BS-III/BS-IV various national level competitive examinations for 10. Fuel Consumption Min. 12kms/liter HSD admissions to professional institutions and entry into 11. Drive Manual Transmission 2 wheel drive the higher services. The Administration must ensure Hiring Charges per day (with drivers) that our bright and talented students are provided all a. 12 Hours.................... b. 24 Hours.................... required support and encouragement to achieve their Hiring Charges per day (without drivers) a. 12 Hours................... b. 24 Hours.................... potential”. Sd/- AIG (Provision & Transport) Referring to the measures taken for tackling the For Director General of Police, problem of unemployment, the Governor said that in DIPJK: 5957 (PHQ J&K, Srinagar) the past few years, several Central and State Government schemes have been under implementation to enable youth to acquire Annexure “A” to Short Term N.I.T. No: 08/PHED/RWSD-Civil / SHG of 2013-14, and upgrade their skills and issued under No: 3364 -98 dated: 07.08.2013 enhance their employabili t y . S i d e b y s i d e , Sealed Short Term tenders affixed with Rs: 4/- Revenue stamps are invited for and on behalf of the Governor of J&K State, from approved/ endeavours are also under registered SHG's/Contactors / agencies of J&K State, whose enlistment cards are renewed for the current financial year 2013-14 and having way to encourage and also TIN Registration of J&K State for the work(s) detailed as under. The tenders which are to be submitted through Registered post / by hand enable potential entrepre- should reach the Office of the Executive Engineer RWS Division Ganderbal (Sgr) on or before 17. 08. 2013 up to 2 p.m. In case the receipt neurs to set up their own date of tenders or last date of issue of tender documents is declared a holiday / Civil strike/ Curfew etc, the tenders / tender documents will be ventures. issued / received on next working day up to specified time. The Tender documents shall be issued to the intending tenderers only after The Governor observed submitting of their application along with their enlistment cards land call deposit receipt of each particular work on 21.08.2013 up to 2 pm. that severe shortage of Further details of the NIT can be had from the office of the undersigned on any working day during office hours up to the due date of issue of p o w e r , i n a d e q u a t e tender documents. connectivity within and S. Name of work Estt Cost Amount of Cost of tender Class of Time of Position of Head of Tender Opening between regions and the No (In lacs) C.D.R. (In Rs.) Document Contractor completion Funds Accounts Authority closure of mountain passes (In Rs.) for several months in the Balance work for extension of service line upto Astanpora Tailbal Executive Engineer winter, are among the more 01 and its adjoining areas for WSS Akhoon Mohalla Shalimar 1.62 3240.00 160.00 DEE 20 days Demanded Distt. Sector RWS Division Ganderbal (Sgr) significant factors which Interconnecting of 80 mm dia raw water main with flash mixer & thwart the State’s rapid 02 L/F of 150 mm dia DI sludge disposal / washout line of 0.10 1.33 1330.00 120.00 SHG 15 days Demanded Distt. Sector -dogrowth. In this context, he MGD RSFP at Galkhul for WSS Arhama said that for improving the Laying and fitting of GI pipes for extension of sub main and power situation certain 03 distribution system incld imptts. to existing system at various 1.02 2040.00 100.00 DEE 10 days -doNRDWP -dovillages/mohallas Nawabagh, Wakoora etc for WSS Wakoora initiatives are underway for L/F of 65 mm dia GI supply main (left over portion) from house establishing a number of 04 of Saleem Geelani upto Miss Bagh for WSS Dursum 0.64 1280.00 60.00 DEE 10 days -doDistt. Sector -donew power units and work L/F of GI pipes for providing service line to Teli Mohalla on the 850 MW Rattle 05 Waskura (down side) incld imptts to existing system for WSS 0.60 1200.00 60.00 DEE 07 days -doNRDWP -doPower project, in Kishtwar Wakura L/F of GI pipes for installation of service line / PSP at various District, has already begun. 06 villages Badampora, Zazna, Kurhama etc for WSS Wakoora 0.60 1200.00 60.00 DEE 07 days Demanded NRDWP -doHe said that as hydroDistribution system in Nunner near Hospital, Chapper gund and electric projects take 07 Ahanger mohalla incld removing of damaged pipes in the 0.52 1040.00 50.00 DEE 05 days Demanded NRDWP -doseveral years to be premises of Gh. Mohd. Bhat R/o: Nunner for WSS Wayil 2 nd completed it is necessary Providing water supply facilities to uncovered various mohallas / 08 villages for WSS Chewa Pehlipora 0.49 490.00 50.00 SHG -do-do-do-dothat all the envisaged Extension of distribution system in Checkpora Arch and adjacent ventures are launched 09 area and Budder kund for WSS Serch Bonpora 0.22 220.00 50.00 SHG -do-do-do-dowithout any delay. Extension of service line for providing water supply facilities upto The Governor said “insofar 10 the house of Gh. Mohd. Sheikh & Mohd. Amin Mir for WSS 0.13 130.00 50.00 SHG -do-doM&R (AR) -doas improvement of Manigam L/F of 20 mm dia GI pipes extension of distribution system of connectivity is concerned 11 WSS Danihama Mulphak 0.10 200.00 50.00 DEE -do-doDistt. Sector -dothe Kashmir Railway L/F of GI pipes for providing PSP / service line incld imptts to project is making steady 12 existing system at Rabitar for WSS Wakura 0.08 80.00 50.00 SHG -do-doNRDWP -doheadway. The BanihalDistribution system in Kaw Bagh upto new mosque for WSS 13 Wayil 2nd 0.06 60.00 50.00 -do-do-do-do-doQazigund sector, with an over 11 km long tunnel Providing of water supply facilities to newly developed area at 14 Dady Nowbugh for WSS Shuhama 0.05 50.00 50.00 -do-do-do-do-dopassing through the Pir Panjal, was inaugurated 17-08-2013 upto 2.00 P.M r e c e n t l y a n d t h e Date of issue of tender documents: Date of receiving of tender documents: 21-08-2013 upto 2.00 P.M Udhampur-Katra sector is Sd/- Executive Engineer likely to become operaRural Water Supply Division Ganderbal Sgr. tional very shortly. These DIPJK: 5982
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Fire or explosion? Cause of submarine mishap being investigated All 18 sailors aboard a submarine, which exploded and sank on Wednesday are feared dead, said the Indian Navy, adding that the cause of the explosion was being investigated. A board of enquiry would probe all possible explanations including sabotage, it said. Chief of naval staff DK Joshi said no sign of life had been detected on board even after divers managed to enter through the main hatch in a bid to refloat the vessel. “It is certainly a dent on Indian navy’s submarine capabilities for the time being,” he added. About a dozen fire engines rushed to the dockyard and extinguished the fire in about two hours, officials said. sign of life detected on stricken Indian submarine: navy chief spokesman Narendra Vispute said the cause of the explosion was being investigated. Joshi said there had been an initial fire which appeared to have sparked a big explosion as weaponry ignited. The basic question is what caused the fire and explosion. We do not have an answer to that question as of now,” he said. A board of enquiry would probe all possible explanations including sabotage, but “the indicators at this point of time do not support that theory”, he said. The fully-armed INS Sindhurakshak, returned by original manufacturer Russia earlier in 2013 after a major refit, exploded in flames in
Mumbai shortly after midnight onWednesday and sank in a military shipyard. 16-year-old Russian-made submarine also suffered an explosion in 2010 that killed one
Naval Dockyard. Navy officials said there had been no contact with any of the sailors since the explosions, which lit up the sky above the Mumbai navy
Zabarwan Times is available at sailor and injured two others. The navy said that accident was caused by a faulty battery valve that leaked hydrogen, causing an explosion in the vessel’s battery compartment. Indian Navy submarine INS Sindhurakshak on fire in Mumbai following an explosion in the
base where the submarine was docked. The disaster is thought to be the Vavy’s worst since the sinking of a frigate by a Pakistani submarine in 1971. Defence minister AK Antony described the explosion as the “greatest tragedy in recent time”. “I feel sad about those navy per-
Lone News Agency Kangan Khan News Agency Ganderbal 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 Bhat News Agency Magam Zargar News Agency Kunzar Dar News Agency Beerwah Bashir News Agency Sumbal Reshi News Agency Safapora Saleem News Agency Pattan SRINAGAR, AUGUST 14: for help or to inform any untoward inci01932-224991, 9419041892, 01932-225119 Basharat News Agency Bandipora Reyaz News Agency Pampore dent on the Telephone Numbers including and 9419183479. Altaf News Agency Pulwama Javaid News Agency Qazigund District Development Commissioner, Anantnag Dr. Farooq Ahmed today JeelaniLone News Agency Baramulla G.M News Agency Sopore visited Pahalgam and various other places Shah News Agency Kupwara Sultan News Agency Handwara for taking stock of the flood situation arisYounis News Agency Langate Sheikh News Agency Islamabad ing due to intermittent rains since last 24 Reshi News Agency Islamabad Three Way News Agency Tral hour.The DDC was accompanied by Additional Development commissioner AnanTurray News Agency Tral Badru News Agency Bijbehara tnag, Engineers of FloodRahi Control, PHE and News Agency KulgamJAMMU, AUGUST 14-The Malik News&Agency Arwani Irrigation Flood Control Department has appealed the R&B.While visiting Lidder and adjacent Rah News Agency Byepass Shaheen News Agency Kargil people to restrict movement near Tawi, Chenab, Basanter, Ujh, Devak in view of increasing areas, the DDC instructed the concerned
DDC Anantnag visits Pahalgam, takes stock of flood control arrangements in district
I&FC asks people to restrict movement near rivers, nallahs
officers to take immediately all the necessary flood control measures at Akari, Yenyar, Mattan and Pahalgam where the flow of water was turbulent. He also visited the yatri base camp at Nunman and took stock of the arrangements made for the yatries. He instructed the camp Director to shift 190 pilgrims camped there to the complex of Jawahar Institute of Mountaineering and Winter Sport (JIM&WS) as a precautionary measure to avoid any untoward loss because of lashing rains in the areas. Moreover, all the flood control arrangements have been made throughout the district and so far as present situation of rain is concerned there is no threat of flood in the district. A control room has also been established in the District under the supervision of Additional District Development Commissioner. The people can contact
water level in these rivers due to incessant heavy rains. As such, the movement of men, vehicles and cattle along the rivers and nallahs banks is not advisable. The people living in the vicinity have been informed to take proper care to avoid any mishap.
Water rises beyond danger level in Samba rivers JAMMU, AUGUST 14-As per a notice issued here today by district administration Samba, the general public has been asked not to stay near the banks of rivers, nallahs, tributaries etc in the wake of increased water level beyond danger point. The people have also been advised to shift to safer places in case of further escalation in water level. All the Block Development Officers, Tehsildars, Naib Tehsildars, SDPOs and SHOs have also been directed to get a general alert sounded in their respective areas through Panches, Sarpanches, VLWs, Lamberdars, Chowkidars and Anganwari workers etc besides monitoring the situation round the clock.
sonnel who have lost their lives in service of the country,” he told reporters in New Delhi. A file photo of Indian Navy’s Sindhurakshak submarine as seen in Visakhapatnam. The blast came days after New Delhi trumpeted the launch of its first domestically-produced aircraft carrier and the start of sea trials for its first Indian-made nuclear submarine. The world’s biggest democracy has been expanding its armed forces rapidly to upgrade its mostly Soviet-era weaponry and respond to what is perceived as a growing threat from regional rival China. Amateur video footage showed a fireball in the forward section of the Sindhurakshak, where torpedoes and missiles are stored as well as the battery units. “There were two to three explosions and the night sky lit up briefly,” eyewitness Dharmendra Jaiswal said. Joshi said navy divers had opened one hatch on the submarine but had not yet been able to enter the vessel. Because the submarine was docked, a unit of navy watchmen was on board when the blast occurred and not the normal crew, he said. At least some weaponry exploded in the near-simultaneous blasts, Joshi added. Local TVchannels showed a video of the explosion on the diesel-powered submarine, apparently filmed by a bystander. An enormous ball of red and yellow fire rose hundreds of feet into the air.
Rs. 6 Crores being spent under Vegetable Initiative Scheme: Director Agriculture SRINAGAR, AUGUST 14: About Rs. 6 Crores are being spent under Vegetable Initiative for urban Cluster Scheme in the selected clusters of Kashmir Division around Srinagar city for enhancing the production of vegetables and making available the same to the residents of Srinagar city on cheap rates. This was disclosed in a joint meeting of divisional and district level officers of Agriculture department held at Lalmandi today under the chairmanship of Director Agriculture Kashmir Mushtaq Peerzada. The meeting which had been called to review the implementation of various state and centrally sponsored schemes, was informed that the scheme has given a boost to the vegetable production in selected areas of Srinagar, Genderbal, Baramulla, Budgam & Pulwama with the result that so far over one lakh M. Tons of fresh vegetable has
been exported to Jammu region as also outside the state. The meeting was further informed that under the scheme besides providing Hybrid Vegetable Seeds on subsidized rates to the farmers, the department is providing incentives for establishing of Green Houses to encourage OffSeason cultivation of vegetables, pack houses for storage of vegetables to avoid distress sale of the crop, Vermi compost units to encourage organic produce and Vending carts for transportation of vegetables. It was also given out that during the current year additional clusters have been taken up under the scheme in Kulgam, Anantnag and Baramulla districts. Addressing the meeting Director Agriculture Kashmir underscored the need for educating the farmers with regard to marketing trends so that the farmer get good farm gate price for their produce.
INDIA’S PATIENCES HAS LIMITS: PRESIDENT
ALL STEPS TO BE TAKEN TO PROTECT TERRITORIAL INTEGRITY Fellow citizens: 1. On the eve of the 66th anniversary of our Independence, I extend warm greetings to you and to all Indians around the world. 2. My thoughts turn first towards the Father of our Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, who shaped our liberation struggle and the martyrs who made supreme sacrifice for the freedom of our country and great patriots whose relentless struggle liberated our motherland from the colonial rule of nearly two hundred years. Gandhiji sought freedom from both foreign rule as well as the indigenous social chains that had imprisoned our society for long. He launched every Indian on a path of self-belief and hope for a better future. Gandhiji promised Swaraj- self-rule based on tolerance and self-restraint. He promised freedom from want and deprivation. For nearly seven decades now we have been masters of our destiny. This is then the moment to ask: are we heading in the right direction? Gandhiji's vision cannot be turned into reality if we spurn the very values that were compulsory to his cause: sincerity of effort, honesty of purpose and sacrifice for the larger good. 3. Our founding fathers created the first oasis in the desert of a colonized world nourished by democracy. Democracy is much more than the right to vote every five years; its essence is the aspirations of the masses; its spirit must influence the responsibilities of the leaders and duties of the citizens every day. Democracy breathes through a vibrant Parliament, an independent judiciary, a responsible media, a vigilant civil society, and a bureaucracy committed to integrity and hard work. It survives through accountability, not profligacy. And yet we have allowed unbridled personal enrichment, self-indulgence, intolerance, discourtesy in behavior and disrespect for authority to erode our work culture. The biggest impact of the decay in the moral fiber of our society is on the hopes and aspirations of the young and the poor. Mahatma Gandhi had advised us to avoid, and I quote, “politics without principles, wealth without
work, pleasure without conscience, knowledge without character, commerce without morality, science without humanity, and worship without sacrifice”, (unquote). We have to pay heed to his advice as we work towards building a modern democracy. The ideals of patriotism, compassion, tolerance, self-restraint, honesty, discipline and respect for women have to be converted into a living force. Fellow citizens: 4. Institutions are a mirror of national character. Today we see widespread cynicism and disillusionment with the governance and functioning of institutions in our country. Our legislatures look more like combat arenas, rather than fora that legislate. Corruption has become a major challenge. The precious resources of the nation are being wasted through indolence and indifference. It is sapping the dynamism of our society. We need to correct this regression. 5. Our Constitution provides a delicate balance of power between various institutions of the State. This balance has to be maintained. We need a Parliament that debates, discusses and decides. We need a judiciary that gives justice without delays. We need leadership that is committed to the nation and those values that made us a great civilization. We need a state that inspires confidence among people in its ability to surmount challenges before us. We need a media and citizens who, even as they claim their rights, are equally committed to their responsibilities. Fellow citizens: 6. A re-ordering of the society can be brought about through the educational system. We cannot aspire to be a world class power without a single world class university. History records that we were the cynosure of the world once. Takshashila, Nalanda, Vikramashila, Valabhi, Somapura and Odantapuri comprised the ancient university system that dominated the world for eighteen hundred years beginning Sixth Century BC. They were a magnet for the finest minds and scholars in the world. We must seek to regain that space.
A university is the banyan tree whose roots lie in basic education, in a vast network of schools that build the intellectual prowess of our communities; we have to invest in every part of this knowledge tree, from seed, root and branch to the highest leaf. Fellow Citizens: 7. There is a direct relationship between a successful democracy and a successful economy, for we are a people-driven nation. People serve their interests best when they participate in decision- making at the level of panchayat and other forms of local government. We have to rapidly empower the local bodies with functions, functionaries and finances to improve their performance. Faster growth has given us the resources, but larger outlays have not translated into better outcomes. Without inclusive governance, we cannot achieve inclusive growth. 8. For a developing country of more than 1.2 billion people, the debate between growth and redistribution is vital. While growth builds the scope for redistribution, redistribution sustains growth over time. Both are equally important. A disproportionate emphasis on any one, at the expense of the other, can have adverse consequences for the nation. 9. The last decade has seen India emerge as one of the fastest growing nations in the world. During this period, our economy grew annually at an average rate of 7.9 per cent. We are today selfsufficient in food grains production. We are the largest exporter of rice and second largest exporter of wheat in the world. The record production of 18.45 million tonne of pulses this year augurs well for our march towards self-sufficiency in pulses. This was unthinkable just a few years ago. This momentum has to be sustained. In a globalized world, with increasing economic complexities, we have to learn to cope better with adversities, both external and domestic. Fellow citizens: 10. At the dawn of our Independence, we lit the glowing lamp of modernity and equitable economic growth. To keep this lamp
aflame, our highest priority has to be the elimination of poverty. Though a declining trend in the poverty rate is clearly visible, our fight against this scourge is far from over. India has the talent, ability and the resources to overcome this challenge. 11. Reforms that have enabled us to come this far have to be pursued at all levels of governance. Favorable demographic changes over the next two decades can pay us handsome dividends. It requires industrial transformation and rapid creation of employment opportunities. It also requires an orderly urbanization process. Several initiatives taken by the Government in the recent past including the New Manufacturing Policy, the renewal of urban infrastructure and the ambitious skill training programme will need close monitoring in the coming years. 12. We have given our citizens entitlements backed by legal guarantees in terms of right to employment, education, food and information. We now have to ensure that these entitlements lead to real empowerment for the people. We need robust delivery mechanisms to make these legislations work. New benchmarks of efficient public service delivery and accountability have to be established. The Direct Benefits Transfer Scheme, launched earlier this year, will bring in greater transparency, enhance efficiency and eliminate wastage of precious resources. Fellow citizens: 13. In our race for development, we must be careful not to disturb the balance between man and nature. The consequences of such imbalance can be disastrous. My heartfelt condolences to the many who lost their lives, and the innumerable who suffered in Uttarakhand; and my salutations to those brave personnel of our security and armed forces, government and NGOs who did so much to alleviate suffering. This tragedy owes as much to the avarice of human nature as to the rage of Mother Nature. This was nature’s wake-up call. And it is time to wake up. Fellow citizens: 14. We have seen in the recent
past grave challenges to our security, internal as well as external. The barbaric face of Maoist violence in Chhattisgarh led to a loss of many innocent lives. Despite India's consistent efforts to build friendly relations with neighbours, there have been tensions on the border and repeated violations of the Ceasefire on the Line of Control, leading to tragic loss of lives. Our commitment to peace is unfailing but even our patience has limits. All steps necessary to ensure internal security and protect the territorial integrity of the nation will be taken. I applaud the courage and heroism of our security and armed forces who maintain eternal vigilance and pay homage to those who have made the supreme sacrifice of the most precious gift of life in the service of the motherland. 15. There will be a general election in our country before I have the privilege of addressing you again on the eve of our next independence day. This great festival of democracy, is an opportunity for us to elect a stable government which will ensure security and economic development. Every election must become a crucial milestone in our nation’s journey towards greater social harmony, peace and prosperity. 16. Democracy has given us an opportunity to re-create another golden age. Let us not squander this extraordinary opportunity. The journey ahead calls for wisdom, courage and determination. We must work on across-the-board revival of our values and institutions. We must realize that rights go with responsibilities. We must re-discover the virtue of self-scrutiny and self-restraint. 17. Let me conclude by quoting from the great classic Bhagvad Gita where the Teacher propounds his views and then says, and I quote, “ÿatha icchasi tatha kuru” “even as you choose, so you do. I do not wish to impose my views on you. I have presented to you what I think is right. Now it is for your conscience, for your judgment, for your mind to decide what is right.” (unquote) On your decisions rests the future of our democracy. Jai Hind
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HOROSCOPE Aries
March 21-April 19
Things may get a bit hostile today, Aries. No one wants to budge from his or her position. You could be caught between mind and heart issues. Both sides are unforgiving and unwilling to give up control. Your best bet is to try to find compromise wherever possible. You may not get the exact solution you want, but you will get one that’s workable for all parties involved.
Taurus April 20-May 20
You may think that everything is perfect, Taurus, when suddenly, there’s a great surge of unyielding emotional energy. Be on the lookout because such situations are likely to crop up and add intensity to your journey. Pool your knowledge with that of other people instead of trying to come up with all the answers by yourself.
Gemini May 21-June 21
Others are apt to play a big role in the events that unfold today, Gemini. It’s likely that closely communing with others will be very important. Despite this, you may still feel alone. Even within a large group, your heart may yearn to bond tightly with just one other person. Do your best to stay positive regardless of the combative forces likely to be at work on a day like this.
Cancer June 22-July 22
You may be in a difficult position today, Cancer, as if you’re being pulled in two directions with little say as to how things are supposed to end. The acting forces could be manipulative, so you should take special care that no one takes advantage of you. This may be easier said than done at a time like this.
Leo
July 23-August 22 It’s very possible that the best solution today is to simply give up control, Leo. When it comes to matters of the heart, other people may be in a whirl of turmoil. Trying to figure out their state of mind will be impossible so don’t even try. You may just want to let things ride and see where you end up tomorrow before making any major moves.
Virgo
August 23-September 22
Mind your manners today, Virgo. Make sure your charm is turned up high. Merging with the group is essential as you keep the momentum of the energy going. The more the merrier. Once you get the ball rolling in the right direction, there will be plenty of momentum to help it up the next hill. The important thing is that you take responsibility for your actions.
Libra
September 23-October 23 Today you may be inspired to have a little fun with your looks, Libra. You may wish to change your haircut or experiment with different colors or styles of clothing. It would be fun to get out of your routine, even if it just means donning funky sunglasses or bright Hawaiian patterns. You will feel lighter and more flirtatious.
Scorpio
October 24-November 21 Today’s energy has you rethinking all areas of your life, Scorpio. If you aren’t as challenged by your job as you think you should be, perhaps it’s time for a change. The trick for you will be figuring out what it is that you want to do. You have a tremendous amount of creative ability. If you aren’t using these talents, why not explore a career that would let you develop them further?
Sagittarius November 22-December 21
You’re ready for dramatic change in your life, Sagittarius. It isn’t that you’re dissatisfied with your career or personal life. Rather, you feel like you’re missing out on something great, if you only knew what. Be receptive to whatever opportunities arise and explore them all. You may find the answers you seek through travel or more education. Bring a friend if you’re afraid to explore on your own.
Capricorn December 22-January 19
Capricorn, expect to meet someone new who will be a tremendous influence in your life - probably in your career. If you’ve been frustrated by your lack of progress up the corporate ladder, take heart. This new person may be able to show you another way up. In spite of your frustration, you should continue to work in your usual manner. You’re on the right path, even though you may doubt it now.
Aquarius January 20-February 18
You’ve been on a wild ride for several months, Aquarius - all that excitement in your personal life and career! If major changes for the better haven’t yet occurred, know that they will. A promotion is in order, most likely accompanied by a raise. Don’t act so surprised - you’ve had this coming for a long time. Celebrate tonight with someone dear to your heart.
Pisces
February 19-March 20 Foreign lands and new opportunities beckon today, Pisces! Keep your eyes and ears open as these opportunities may come to you from an unusual or unexpected source. You’re ready for a change of some kind in your personal or professional life. It’s up to you to take steps in whatever new direction you decide to go. Don’t rule out a few classes as a way to further your career.
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Zabarwan Times Thursday, 15 August 2013
Positive but handicapped
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he recent statement of Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharief to establish cordial and friendly relations with India is positive and encouraging. It could have had a tremendous impact on Indo-Pak relations, if there would not have been frequent ceasefire violation on the Line of Control. Though the Indian Govt. reacted sharply asking Mr. Nawaz Sharief to first restore calm on Line of Control, making it clear that meaningful dialogue will be possible only after that. India has lost 8 of its soldiers in the recent past on Line of Control. The Pak premier seems to be quite sincere but his sincerity will not yield any positive results unless he asserts his authority on Pakistan Army, and send a clear cut message that he is the boss and he alone can call the shots. The political leadership succeeds in its endevours only when it has full authority on every organ of the govt. including its security forces and intelligence agencies. It should not feel handicapped and let down in his international commitments particularly when its neighbours do not feel comfortable and are aggrieved with it. India and Pakistan were in an excellent phase of their relations which were improving with every passing day till the unfortunate ceasefire violations started taking place. The two neighbours cannot expect any betterment in the hostile situation when thousands of shells and rounds of ammunitions are fired on each other every now and then. The hostilities have put the relations in reverse gear and it is because of this that international community is concerned about the increasing tension on Indo-Pak orders. After the concern expressed by United States, the UN Secretary General Ban Ki Moon has also appealed for restraint and even expressing his willingness to mediate if both the countries desire so. However, both the countries will not want so and would prefer to address their outstanding issues mutually and peacefully. The Pak Premier has many challenges before him and the first and foremost challenge before him is to do away with the elements who have posed a threat to the very existence of Pakistan. The internal disturbances which have assumed alarming proportions and the sagging image of Pakistan on International level for being a breeding place of terror is not at all conducive in for its own interests. Nawaz sharief has to prove that he means business and he means a Pakistan totally clear of all those elements who have become pain in its neck, otherwise the international community will stop trusting him and his rhetorics to make Pakistan a peaceful country which will not allow its territory to be used against its neighbours, will not be taken seriously. India and Pakistan are two important countries of the sub- continent and if subcontinent has to be made peaceful, these two countries have to contribute for it sincerely, honestly and practically.
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PHYSIOGRAPHY OF WATER
ndia is a land of many rivers and mountains. Its geographical area of about 329 MHa is criss-crossed by a large number of small and big rivers, some of them figuring amongst the mighty rivers of the world. The rivers and mountains have a greater significance in the history of Indian cultural development, religious and spiritual life. It may not be an exaggeration to say that the rivers are the heart and soul of Indian life. India is a union of States with a federal set up. Politically, the country is divided into 28 States and 7 Union Territories. A major p a r t o f I n d i a ’s p o p u l a t i o n o f 1,027,015,247 (2001 census) is rural and agriculturally oriented for whom the rivers are the source of their prosperity. Physiography Physiographically, India may be divided into seven well defined regions. These are: The Northern Mountains, comprising the mighty Himalayan ranges The Great Plains traversed by the Indus and Ganga Brahmaputra river systems. As much as one third of this lies in the arid zone of western Rajasthan. The remaining area is mostly fertile plains; The Central Highlands, consisting of a wide belt of hills running east-west starting from Aravalli ranges in the west and terminating in a steep escarpment in the east. The area lies between the Great Plains and the Deccan Plateau; The Peninsular Plateaus comprising the Western Ghats, Eastern Ghats, North Deccan Plateau, South Deccan Plateau and Eastern Plateau; The East Coast, a belt of land of about 100-130 km wide, bordering the Bay of Bengal land lying to the east of the Eastern Ghats; The West Coast, a narrow belt of land of about 10-25 km wide, bordering the Arabian Sea and lying to the west of the Western Ghats, and; The islands, comprising the coral islands of Lakshadeep in Arabian Sea and Andaman and Nicobar Islands of the Bay of Bengal. Climate The presence of the great mountain mass formed by the Himalayas and its spurs on the North and of the ocean on the South are the two major influences operating on the climate of India. The first poses an impenetrable barrier to the influence of cold winds from central Asia, and gives the sub-continent the elements of tropical type of climate. The second, which is the
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source of cool moisture-laden winds reaching India, gives it the elements of the oceanic type of climate. India has a very great diversity and variety of climate and an even greater variety of weather conditions. The climate ranges from continental to oceanic, from extremes of heat to extremes of cold, from extreme aridity and negligible rainfall to excessive humidity and torrential rainfall. It is, therefore, necessary to avoid any generalisation as to the prevalence of any particular kind of climate, not only over the country as a whole but over major areas in it. The climatic condition influences to a great extent the water resources utilisation of the country. Rainfall Rainfall in India is dependent in differing degrees on the South-West and NorthEast monsoons, on shallow cyclonic depressions and disturbances and on violent local storms which form regions where cool humid winds the sea meet hot dry winds from the land and occasionally reach cyclonic dimension. Most of the rainfall in India takes place under the influence of South West monsoon between June to September except in Tamil Nadu where it is under the influence of North-East monsoon during October and November. The rainfall in India shows great variations, unequal seasonal distribution, still more unequal geographical distribution and the frequent departures from the normal. It generally exceeds 1000 mm in areas to the East of Longitude 78 degree. It extends to 2500 mm along almost the entire West Coast and Western Ghats and over most of Assam and Sub-Himalayan West Bengal. On the West of the line joining Porbandar to Delhi and thence to Ferozpur the rainfall diminishes rapidly from 500 mm to less than 150 mm in the extreme west. The Peninsula has large areas of rainfall less than 600 mm with pockets of even 500 mm. The estimate of area average rainfall is subjective depending on the method adopted. Therefore, estimates of local rainfall over the country obtained by employing other techniques may differ, especially in a vast country like India. Temperature The variations in temperature are also marked over the Indian sub-continent. During the winter seasons from November to February, due to the effect of continental winds over most of the
country, the temperature decreases from South to North. The mean maximum temperature during the coldest months of December and January varies from 29 degree centigrade in some part of the peninsula to about 18 degree centigrade in the North, whereas the mean minimum varies from about 24 degree centigrade in the extreme South to below 5 degree centigrade in the North. From March to May is usually a period of continuous and rapid rise of temperature. The highest temperature occurs in North India, particularly in the desert regions of the North-West where the maximum may exceed 48 degree centigrade. With the advent of South West Monsoon in June, there is a rapid fall in the maximum temperature in the central portions of the country. The temperature is almost uniform over the area covering two thirds of the country which gets good rain. In August, there is a marked fall in temperature when the monsoon retreat from North India in September. In North-West India, in the month of November, the mean maximum temperature is below 38 degree centigrade and the mean minimum below 10 degree centigrade. In the extreme North, tempe rature drops below freezing point. Agro-Climatic Zones The Planning Commission after examining the earlier studies on the regionalisation of the agricultural economy has recommended that agricultural planning be done on the basis of agroclimatic regions. For resource development, the country has been broadly divided into fifteen agricultural regions based on agroclimatic features, particularly soil type, climate including temperature and rainfall and its variation and water resources availability - Western Himalayan division, Eastern Himalayan division, Lower Gangetic plain region, Middle Gangetic plain region, Upper Gangetic plain region, Trans-Gangetic plain region, Eastern plateau and hill region, Central plateau and hill region, Western plateau and hill region, Southern plateau and hill region, East coast plain and hill region, West coast plain and hill region, Gujarat plain and hill region, Western plain and hill region and Island region. Rivers India is blessed with many rivers. Twelve of them are classified as major
rivers whose total catchment area is 252.8 million hectare (M.Ha). Of the major rivers, the Ganga - Brahmaputra Meghana system is the biggest with catchment area of about 110 M.Ha which is more than 43 percent of the catchment area of all the major rivers in the country. The other major rivers with catchment area more than 10 M.Ha are Indus (32.1 M.Ha.), Godavari (31.3 M.Ha.), Krishna, (25.9 M.Ha.) and Mahanadi (14.2 M.Ha). The catchment area of medium rivers is about 25 M.Ha and Subernarekha with (1.9 M.Ha.) catchment area is the largest river among the medium rivers in the country. Water Bodies Inland Water resources of the country are classified as rivers and canals; reservoirs; tanks & ponds; beels, oxbow lakes, derelict water; and brackish water. Other than rivers and canals, total water bodies cover all area of about 7 M.Ha. Of the rivers and canals, Uttar Pradesh occupies the first place with the total length of rivers and canals as 31.2 thousand km, which is about 17 percent of the total length of rivers and canals in the country. Other States following Uttar Pradesh are Jammu & Kashmir and Madhya Pradesh. Among the remaining forms of the inland water resources, tanks and ponds have maximum area (2.9 M.Ha.) followed by reservoirs (2.1 M.Ha.). Most of the area under tanks and ponds lies in Southern States of Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. These States along with West Bengal, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh, account for 62 percent of total area under tanks and ponds in the country. As far as reservoirs are concerned, major States like Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Orissa, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh account for larger portion of area under reservoirs. More than 77 percent of area under beels, oxbow, lakes and derelict water lies in the States of Orissa, Uttar Pradesh and Assam. Orissa ranks first as regards the total area of brackish water and is followed by Gujarat, Kerala and West Bengal. The total area of inland water resources is, thus, unevenly distributed over the country with five States namely Orissa, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Karnataka and West Bengal accounting for more than half of the country’s inland water bodies.
TRANS FATTY ACIDS: HARMFUL EFFECTS ON HUMAN HEALTH
ndia is undergoing rapid dietary transition. High economic growth has resulted in a burgeoning middle-class having greater access to commercially available foods, including fried and baked food items. Most of these foods contain high amounts of Trans Fatty Acids (TFAs), particularly if cooked in vanaspati (partially hydrogenated vegetable oils) which is often preferred for its low cost and longer shelf life. TFAs can adversely affect cholesterol levels, predispose the individual to diabetes, coronary heart disease and may also affect many of his body organs. Trans fatty acids or Trans fats are the most harmful type of fats which can have much more adverse effects on our body than any other dietary constituent. These fats are largely produced artificially but a small amount also occurs naturally thus in our diet, these may be present as Artificial TFAs and/ or Natural TFAs. Artificial TFAs are formed when hydrogen is made to react with the oil to produce fats resembling pure ghee/butter. In our diet the major sources of artificial TFAs are the partially hydrogenated ve getable oils (PHVO)/vanaspati/ margarine while the natural TFAs are present in meats and dairy products, though in small amounts. TFAs pose a higher risk of heart disease than saturated fats. While saturated fats raise total cholesterol levels, TFAs not only raise total cholesterol levels but also reduce the good cholesterol (HDL), which helps to protect us against heart disease. Trans fats consumption increases the risk of developing heart
disease and stroke. It is also associated with a higher risk of developing obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, infertility, certain types of cancers and can also lead to compromised fetal development causing harm to the yet to be born baby. Despite their harmful effect the reason
fried by using Vanaspati/Margarine contain TFA. These include: Cakes and Pastries; Patty, Rusk; Fried Aloo Chaat , AlooTikki (prepared in ‘Vanaspati’), Sweets (Mithai) (prepared in ‘Vanaspati’), Cookies / biscuits, French fries, Potato chips, Bhatura, Samosa, Parantha, etc.
Trans fatty acids or Trans fats are the
most harmful type of fats which can have much more adverse effects on our body
than any other dietary constituent. These
fats are largely produced artificially but a
small amount also occurs naturally thus in
our diet, these may be present as Artificial TFAs and/ or Natural TFAs.
why food manufacturers frequently use them because TFA containing oils can be preserved longer, they give the food the desired shape and texture and can easily substitute ‘Pure ghee’. Further, these are comparatively far lower in cost and thus add to profit/saving. The most common dietary source of Trans fats is the partially hydrogenated vegetable fat commonly known as ‘Vanaspati Ghee’/Margarine. Since partially hydrogenated vegetable fat (Vanaspati/Margarine) is rather high in TFA, all food items prepared, baked or
Strategies to limit Trans Fat intake through food is by avoiding use of “Vanaspati Ghee” or margarine in kitchen, heating the oil for very long time or re-using the same oil for frying. So also avoiding the use of ready to use (instant) mixes for preparing foods as they have a greater chance of having Trans fats and checking the Nutrition Facts label on packaged food items for their TFA content if indicated. If a label says “0” trans fat, it can still contain 0.5 grams trans fats per serving or less. While some developing countries have
laid down norms for TFA content of food, India has yet to pass/implement the regulation regarding the TFA containing fats or the TFA content of commercially prepared food items. Therefore, the responsibility lies with the consumers to safeguard their interest. Harmful Effects of Trans Fats on Human Health Studies across the world indicate that: • TFA raise the VLDL, LDL-c, Triglyceride, Lp (a) lipoprotein and Free fatty acid levels on the other hand it lowers the LDL-c particle size and HDL-c levels. All these contribute to raising the risk of heart diseases. • Intake of partially hydrogenated vegetable oils contributes to the risk of myocardial infarction • TFA promotes systemic inflammation which increases the C-reactive protein leading to thickening of the arteries (atherosclerosis), diabetes, and sudden death due to heart failure. • TFA causes endothelial dysfunction (by increasing circulating bio-markers including soluble inter cellular adhesion molecule1, soluble vascular-cell adhesion molecule1 and E-selectin) which is a key step in the development of atherosclerosis • TFA have been found to increase insulin resistance and seem to have a unique cardio-metabolic imprint that is linked to insulin-resistance and metabolic-syndrome pathways. • Consumption of trans-unsaturated fatty acids has shown to increase the risk for ovulatory infertility. • TFA compromises fetal growth and development.
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Asthma inhalers can stunt growth in kids
This is the finding from a comprehensive asthma study, which has Robert C. Strunk, MD, the Donald Strominger Professor of Pediatrics at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis as the senior author. The study involved more than 1,000 children ages 5-12 who were treated for mild to moderate asthma as part of the Childhood Asthma Management Program (CAMP) clinical trial. The children received treatment for more than four years at eight centers, including Washington University School of Medicine. They were divided into three groups: one received twice-daily
budesonide, an inhaled corticosteroid medication; a second group received nedocromil, an inhaled non-steroid medication; and a third group received a placebo. All children received albuterol, a fast-acting drug for relief of acute asthma symptoms, and oral corticosteroids as needed for asthma symptoms. The researchers followed 943 participants in the trial at regular intervals until they reached adult height. Females were considered to be at adult height at age 18 or older and males at age 20 or older, Strunk said. In the first 4 1/2 years after the end of the trial, researchers took patients' height and weight every
six months. Over the next eight years, height and weight were measured once or twice a year. The mean adult height was about one-half inch, or 1.2 centimeters, shorter in the group that received budesonide than in the patients who received nedocromil or placebo. The patients who experienced the slower growth were primarily between 5-11 years old when they began using budesonide. The slower growth took place only in the first two years of the four-year study. As the study progressed, the children who took the budesonide remained onehalf inch shorter through adulthood than the children who did not use the
linked diabetes, a disorder in which blood sugar levels are abnormally high, to age-related cognitive decline. But the new study, published Monday in the journal Neurology, suggested controlling blood sugar levels could boost cognitive health in non-diabetics. How exactly? The jury’s still out. Some studies suggest blood sugar control can help regulate the body’s inflammatory response, which has been linked to brain shrinkage. Another theory is that high sugar levels make the blood stickier, raising the risk of clots that starve the brain. Either way, experts said,
the study supports healthy eating to keep blood sugar levels in check. “This in line with many other studies that have been published and adds to all of the data on diabetes affecting brain health,” said Dr. R. Scott Turner, director of the Memory Disorders Program and a professor of neurology at Georgetown University Medical Center, who was not involved with this study. For non-diabetic patients with high blood sugar levels, Turner recommended adopting the American Diabetes Association diet, which is high in nonstarchy vegetables and low in carbohydrates and protein.
Exposure to perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), a manmade chemical used in the manufacture of some common household products, may lead to cardiovascular disease and peripheral arterial disease, a new study has warned. Surveys have suggested that PFOA (widely used in the manufacture of products such as lubricants, polishes, paper and textile coatings, and food packaging) is detectable in the blood of more than 98 per cent of the U.S. population. Some evidence has suggested that an association may be biologically plausible between PFOA exposure and cardiovascular disease (CVD), according to the study background. Anoop Shankar, M.D., Ph.D., and colleagues from the West Virginia University School of Public Health, Morgantown, examined the association between serum (blood) levels of PFOA and the presence of CVD and PAD, a marker of atherosclerosis, in a nationally representative group of adults. The study
5 Teas that make you slim! The brew that energises can also help you lose weight. Here's how...
It's widely known that just one cup of tea can prevent strokes, arthritis, tooth decay and even keep cancer at bay. While it's regarded as nature's tranquiliser for its soothing properties, the brew also has another great benefit - it helps shed weight. Scientists have shown that tea has high levels of compounds that battle the absorption of fat.
Here are 5 teas that can result in a slimmer you... Star anise tea: promotes digestion Star anise, the fruit of a small evergreen tree (Illicium verum) native to China, can be used in the treatment of digestive troubles such an upset stomach, diarrhea, nausea etc. One may drink a tea made from it by
steeping a whole pod in one cup of hot water for 10 minutes. Strain this and sweeten it if required. Sip on this slowly when an upset stomach occurs.
Peppermint tea: controls what you eat
If you like peppermint tea then try and rotate that with a green tea drink as both speed up digestion and thus help you burn more calories. The peppermint leaves can be used to make a light, refreshing tea, which can be drunk either hot or chilled. To prepare the tea, take a tablespoon of fresh or dried leaves and add them to boiling water and let it steep for four to five minutes. Strain and add honey, if needed.
Green tea: builds metabolism
Research says the chemical EGCG found in green tea that speeds up the body's metabolism, is responsible for helping people lose the kilos - it can burn a whopping 70 calories a day! Green tea also raises the level of
SCREEN time has overtaken exercise as the most important factor in childhood obesity and should be limited, a South Australian study has found. The UniSA study looked at 2200 children aged between nine and 16 years and found the length of time they spent in front of television and computer screens was a more likely indicator of being overweight or obese than the amount of exercise they did.Study co-author and UniSA researcher Dr Carol Maher said screen time now made up about one quarter of waking time for the age group."In the past two decades, young
people's physical activity behaviour has been the subject of scores of interventions but, in comparison, interventions aimed at reducing screen time have been relatively uncommon," she said."Our findings suggest that screen-time reduction may be a more effective target behaviour for intervention studies aimed at reducing overweight and obesity among children."The study found there were about two and a half times as many obese study subjects classed in the category of high-screen-time and lowexercise (10.7 per cent), as in the low-screen-time and high-exercise category (4.3
per cent). Dr Maher said the value of physical activity also should not be underestimated. "Increased likelihood of a young person being overweight or obese was more strongly and consistently associated with high screen-time than with low physical activity," she said."Findings underscore the need for interventions targeting screen behaviour in young people."Dr Maher said the study, published in the latest edition of Acta Paediatrica, was carried out because there was debate in the scientific community about which factor had the stronger as-
sociation with obesity. The children's behaviour over 24-hour periods was studied and they were divided into groups based on high and low activity, as well as on high and low screen use, according to national guidelines. Low-activity children exercised for less than 60 minutes each day and high screen-time children failed to meet national guidelines. "Increased likelihood of overweight or obese was often associated with high screen time, but only sometimes and less strongly associated with low ... physical activity," Dr Maher said.
Household chemicals can give you heart disease
High Blood Sugar Levels Linked to Brain Shrinkage The Australian study of nearly 250 non-diabetic men and women found those with high blood sugar levels tended to have shrinking in brain areas linked to memory and emotional processing. The results held up even after controlling for lifestyle factors such as smoking and weight. “If replicated, this finding may contribute to a reevaluation of the concept of normal blood glucose levels and the definition of diabetes,” wrote study author Dr. Nicolas Cherbuin, director of the Neuroimaging and Brain Lab at Australian National University in Canberra, Australia. Previous research has
drug, said Strunk, who treats children with asthma at St. Louis Children's Hospital. "This was surprising because in previous studies, we found that the slower growth would be temporary, not affecting adult height. But none of those studies followed patients from the time they entered the study until they had reached adult height," Strunk stated. Pediatric asthma specialists at St. Louis Children's Hospital keep a close watch on the growth of their patients who use inhaled steroids, Strunk said. They are measured at every visit, and physicians keep a growth curve. "If a child is not growing as they should, we may reduce their steroid dose," he noted. "But we think that the half-inch of lowered adult height must be balanced against the well-established benefit of inhaled corticosteroids in controlling persistent asthma. We will use the lowest effective dose to control symptoms to minimize concerns about effects on adult height," he added. The findings will be presented at the European Respiratory Society meeting in Vienna, Austria, and published online in the New England Journal of Medicine
Study finds computer, television screen time directly linked to childhood obesity
antioxidants. It's believed the antioxidant catechins in green tea boost metabolism and helps burn fat (can burn a whopping 70 calories a day!) Steeping time for the tea: two to three minutes at 85 Degrees Celsius.
Rose tea: prevents constipation
One of the oldest flavouring teas available, rose tea - made by mixing fresh roses and the bud of the tea has a major therapeutic effect on the human body. Apart from clearing toxins and beautifying the skin, rose tea contains vitamins A, B3, C, D and E and is known to act against infections. It also prevents constipation and helps one lose weight.
Oolong tea: guards against obesity
Research reveals that oolong, a semifermented tea may have a stronger effect than even green tea. It promotes fat burning is said to help reduce cholesterol and the concentration of fat in the body. About two cups per day is recommended. Steep oolong tea anywhere from 30 seconds to five minutes, for a more full-bodied cup.
used merged data from the 19992000 and 2003-2004 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). The study suggests that increasing serum PFOA levels were positively associated with the presence of CVD and PAD, and the association appeared to be independent of confounders such as age, sex, race/ethnicity, smoking status, body mass index, diabetes mellitus, hypertension and serum cholesterol level, the authors comment. "Our results contribute to the emerging data on health effects of PFCs [perfluoroalkyl chemicals], suggesting for the first time that PFOA exposure is potentially related to CVD and PAD. However, owing to the cross-sectional nature of the present study, we cannot conclude that the association is causal," the researchers said. Compared with the reference level of PFOA in quartile 1, the multivariable odds ratio among participants in quartile 4 was
2.01 for CVD and 1.78 for PAD, according to the results. "In summary, in a representative cross-sectional sample of the U.S. population, we found that higher PFOA levels are positively associated with self-reported CVD and objectively measured PAD. Our findings, however, should
be interpreted with caution because of the possibility of residual confounding and reverse causality. Future prospective studies are needed to confirm or refute our findings," the researchers concluded. The study was published online by Archives of Internal Medicine, a JAMA Network publication.
E-cigarettes are equally injurious to health Electronic cigarettes are being marketed as a potentially safer alternative to normal cigarettes, but new research has shown that they are still causing harm to the lungs. The study has also added new evidence to the debate over the safety of alternative nicotine-delivery products. Electronic cigarettes are devices that deliver nicotine through a vapour, rather than smoke. There is no combustion involved but the nicotine in the device is still derived from tobacco. There has been much debate over the safety and efficiency of the products, but little scientific evidence to support either claim. Researchers from the University of Athens in Greece aimed to investigate the short-term effects of using e-cigarettes on different people, including people without any known health problems and smokers with and without existing lung conditions.The study included 8 people who had never smoked and 24 smokers, 11 with normal lung function and 13 people with either chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or asthma.Each person used an electronic cigarette for 10 minutes. The researchers then measured their airway resistance using a number of tests, including a spirometry test.The results showed that for all people included in the study, the e-cigarette caused an immediate increase in airway resistance, lasting for 10 minutes. In healthy subjects (never smokers) there was a statistically significant increase in airway resistance from a mean average of 182 per cent to 206 per cent.In smokers with normal spirometry there was a statistically significant increase from a mean average of 176 percent to 220 percent. In COPD and asthma patients the use of one e-cigarette seemed to have no immediate effect to airway resistance.Professor Christina Gratziou, one of the authors and Chair of the ERS Tobacco Control Committee, said: "We do not yet know whether unapproved nicotine delivery products, such as e-cigarettes, are safer than normal cigarettes, despite marketing claims that they are less harmful. This research helps us to understand how these products could be potentially harmful."We found an immediate rise in airway resistance in our group of participants, which suggests e-cigarettes can cause immediate harm after smoking the device. More research is needed to understand whether this harm also has lasting effects in the long-term."The ERS recommends following effective smoking cessation treatment guidelines based on clinical evidence which do not advocate the use of such products," Professor Gratziou added.
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AHMEDABAD: He may not have been The official Independence Day functioncandidate in Gujarat declared BJP’s prime ministerial isjust beingyet heldbut in Bhuj where Modi will hoist the national Gujarat Chief Minister Narflag. endra Modi today seemed to have already He maythe notmantle have been declared minisdonned when he BJP's said prime the nation terial candidate just yet but Gujarat Chief Minister Nawould be comparing his speech with that rendra Modi today seemed to have already donned the of Prime Minister on Independance Day tomantle when he said the nation would be comparing his morrow. speech with that of Prime Minister on Independance “When we unfurl the tricolour, the mesDay tomorrow. sage will also go to Lal Quila. Nation will "When we unfurl the tricolour, the message will want to know what was said there and what also go to Lal Quila. Nation will want to know what is said here (in Bhuj),” Modi said addresswas said there and what is said here (in Bhuj)," Modi ing addressing a gathering of youth at Bhuj ininKutch said a gathering of youth at Bhuj Kutch district. district. “Onone one hand be aofseries of "On hand therethere will bewill a series promises, promises, whereas the other there will whereas on the other thereon will be the account of work be the of work one side done. Onaccount one side there will bedone. despairOn (nirasha) and there willside be hope despair (nirasha) and on the on the other (asha)," he said without directly other sidethehope mentioning Prime(asha),” Minister.he said without directly mentioning the Prime Minister. The official Independence Day function in Gujarat Theheld official Daythe function is being in BhujIndependence where Modi will hoist national in Gujarat is being held in Bhuj where Modi flag. will hoist the national The remarks of Modi, flag. BJP's election campaign The remarks Modi,remark BJP’sfrom election committee chief, drewofa caustic Union campaign committee chief, drew a caustic Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs Rajeev remark from Union Minister State for Shukla, who said the Gujarat leader wasof"full of arroParliamentary Affairs Rajeev Shukla, who gance". said the saying Gujarat of arro"I keep fromleader day onewas that “full he is full of argance”.full of himself. If this kind of a person gets rogance, “I in keep saying one thatone hecan is higher politics what hefrom will doday to the country full of arrogance, of himself. If this kind understand," he said infull Delhi. of Union a person gets higher in politics what he Law Minister Kapil Sibal too attacked Modi, will do the country can understand,” saying theto BJP leader wouldone be watched for "mis-statehe said in Delhi. ment of facts he is prone to make." "They (the people) will probably be Sibal curioustoo to hear Union Law Minister Kapil atwhat mis-statements of facts MrBJP Modileader is now going to tacked Modi, saying the would
be watched for make. Every time he makes a speech, there “mis-statement are of some factsfalse hefigures, is false facts which he knows false like 20 per cent of GDP of pronetotobemake.” China is spent on education. “They (the "I hope he does people) willnot trivialise the national issues and make mis-statements of facts probably be cuwhich he is prone to do while he is speaking rious to hear to those who will hear him," Sibal said. what mis-stateModi also took a dig at Robert Vadra, sonments of facts in-law of Congress President Sonia Gandhi Mr Modi is now without naming him. going to make. "When children grow up, parents advise Every timedown. he But today children are them to settle makes a speech, telling their parents that they are not averse to there are some marriage, but they are waiting for an opportufalse figures, nity to become the 'sarkari damaad'" he said in false factsreference which to Vadra. an apparent heAttacking knows the to Centre, be Modi, already in the false like 20 per election mode, said "its your turn to give your cent of GDP accounts...you willofhave to give account in China is spent 2014 of what you have done...and this counonknows education. try what you have done. It knows what you“I havehope done, forhe whom you have done and who has doesPeople not trivialise the itnational issues and done. also know how has been done and how makeit was mis-statements of facts which he is much done". prone to todotellwhile he is that speaking to those "I want them (UPA) Gujarat passed the who will hear him,” Sibal said. test with distinction in December 2012 (when last asModi alsowere tookheld). a digThose at Robert Vadra, sonsembly polls spreading canards in-lawthe ofstate Congress President Sonia against have been rejected," he said. Gandhi without naming him. “When children grow "I tell them, come in 2017 (when next assembly up, parents advise them to settle down. election happens in Gujarat)...try the same thingBut but today are telling their parents this timechildren you have to answer in 2014, what did youthat do, they areknows," not averse to marriage, but they the nation Modi said. areHewaiting for Prime an opportunity to become also slammed Minister Manmohan Singh for remark that money does grow trees, saythehis‘sarkari damaad’” henot said inonan apparing have grown in Rann Attacking of Kutch". the Cenent"we reference to itVadra.
Haryana government makes online college admissions mandatory CHANDIGARH: Online admission to Haryana government colleges has been made mandatory from the next academic session, a senior officer of the state higher education department said Wednesday. “Provision has been made for generation of online merit and admission lists. Seekers will be electronically notified the outcome of admission through SMS and e-mail alerts. A public grievance cell has been put in place for the benefit of students,” Principal Secretary (Higher Education) S.S. Prasad said. There are over 100 government colleges across Haryana to which hundreds of students seek admission. Prasad said information regarding various scholarships, schemes and facilities for students in different colleges has
been made available online. Students can now apply for scholarships online. Details of various courses in each college are also available online, he said. The higher education department has also asked college principals and teachers to maintain monthly updates of lesson plans and the syllabus to be covered.
"Did the Rann come to Kutch after I became CM ? Did you think dollars will come from the Rann? Tourtre,have Modi, already in Prime the election said ists started coming. Ministermode, says money “its not your turn to give your does grow on trees, but we haveaccounts...you grown money in will have to give account the Rann of Kutch," Modi said. in 2014 of what you have done...and this country knows While justifying the government's decisions on what have It Prime knows whathad you FDI andyou diesel price done. hike, the Minister in have done, you had have done and September last for year whom said the time come for "hard who has done. People also know how it has decisions". been and how muchaddress it wastodone”. “I In adone rare 15-minute televised the nation want to themof(UPA) thatover Gujarat passed against thetell backdrop the uproar the decisions to the test distinction in 5December 2012 allow FDI with in multi-brand retail, Rs increase in diesel (when assembly held). Those price andlast cap on subsidizedpolls LPGwere cylinders he had said, "money doesn't grow on against trees. If wethe hadstate not acted, it spreading canards have would meant ahe higher fiscal deficit." been have rejected,” said.
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Will Ansari takeMorcha back his anarGorkha Janmukti digs in for chistGorkhaland comment after BJPtoprotest? long stir, tries alienate Vice President and Chairperson of government in hills the Rajya Sabha, Hamid Ansari, today
slammed Rajya Sabha MPs for violatDARJEELING: GorkhaJanmuktiMorcha’s ing etiquette andTerritorial said their actions U-turn on the Gorkha Administration could condoned only if the on legislais part ofbe a “well knit strategy” to stay in the tors wanted thebody Upper to become autonomous Hills andHouse turn it hollow from a “confederation of anarchists”. inside, said a senior Morcha leader on Tuesday. Ansari, chairs thea social question The Morchawho has already started boyhour in the Rajya Sabha, attempted to cott of government officials by pressuring cooks, calm MPs different isdomestic helpsprotesting and personalover assistants to quit the sues whenofhe lost his temper andGNLF said employment government officials. The thatdone theythewere rules. had sameviolating thing two all decades ago. The two-pronged strategy rule of turning GTA redundant “Every single in the rule book, and non-cooperating with government officials every single etiquette is being violated and offices will create a situation where the adin this house,” Ansari told MPs. ministration will vanish Morcha will the Some MPs who and attempted to call intershots the Hills. ruptinhim were also told angrily to sit A senior GJM leader told TOI on Tuesday down. they“If would the government select thewish new thehelp honourable members chief executive of GTA. This is a drastic this house toofficer become a confederation of change from their earlier stance stayanarchists, then its hardline all right,” heofsaid, ing from GTA — in the fact, Gurung andaway then adjourned Rajya sparked Sabha the latest agitation by resigning as extill noon. Ansari has lost GTA his chief temper ecutive. So whatSabha is the Morcha’s tactic? over Rajya being disrupted in GJMascentral committee said theApast well. File photo.member PTIAnsari they to temper turn GTAover defunctRajya by selecting a has planned lost his Sabha “non-functional” and nominated GTA member being disrupted in the past as well. File as chairman. Two names were doing rounds photo. PTIThe Upper House today wit84-year-old Virkhu Bhusan and Binay Tamang. nessed multiple protests with the BJP The Morcha central committee opposed TaMPs protesting against Robert Vadra mang’s name as he is a hardliner and one of the andadvisers someand Congress continuing key organizersMPs of the party. Bhusan to protest against the creation of Tewas more acceptable and suited the Morcha’s langana.When theagitation, Housefollowing reconvened strategy of a long-term in the at noon,of Leader footprints the GNLF.of Opposition Arun Jaitley raisedstill objections to over the MPs beThe Morcha has to win the other ing parties, referred to as anarchists. He also Hills particularly Akhil Bharatiya Gorkha demanded that the withdrawn League and CPRM, whoterm gavebe their support for since it was ‘unparliamentary’ was the Gorkhaland agitation at Monday’sand all-party
meet on the condition that Morcha members quit all legislative posts. “We have told GJM that we are ready to join a unified forum for Gorkhaland but GJM has to resign from all GTA and MLA positions,” said ABGL leader Laxman Pradhan. The Morcha is divided on the issue. On Monday, after the meeting, GJM leader Harka Bahadur Chhetri said they were considering the ABGL-CPRM condition and would announce their decision on August 16. But on Tuesday, top Morcha sources said that resignation from GTA would be suicidal. backed in his demand by fellow party “If the party GTA, the state government member Raviquits Shankar Prasad. willDeputy appoint anChairman administrator PJ and capture all the Kurien atdevelopment projects that were undertaken by tempted to placate them and said Anus,” Morcha leader.Sources saywanted a large sarisaid wasaonly asking if the MPs section of Morcha centraland committee members anarchy to prevail, also said he have turned hardliners and are in favour reswould discuss the matter with theofVice ignation. But moderate leaders likeafter Roshanthat Giri President.However, soon and Bahadur have managed convince MPsHarka began protesting againtoand the GJM supremo Bimal a face-off with proceedings hadGurung to be that adjourned for the government will cause collateral damage and another half hour.This isn’t the first an alternative should be found out. The central time Ansari has lost his temper over committee finally decided on a “non violent” proceedings being disrupted. At one movement — a GNLF-style social boycott — point inthe December 2012,has healready had offered to irritate government.It started. to do away with Question Hour “My cook said he was being threatened given by the MPs never toHe participate it Morcha to quit seemed my service. feared for hisinlife. and seemed more intent on protest. I know he cannot resist their diktat so I let him Jaitley is right about Ango,”Whether said an additional-district-magistrate-ranked sari’s tirade however onlybybeevery deofficial. The same thing wascan repeated cided by reference thenon-cooperation voluminous official TOIaspoke to.The to GJM 900 page aims book titledallUnparliamentary movement to make government agencies Expressions. However, thewillperson defunct, said a Morcha leader. “We ask lowho is innot charge theoffices decision cal people to workof in taking government and on whether theheterm used they should stop paying taxes,” said, adding wantbe to deemed unparliamentary force Mamata Banerjee’s hand. is Ansari
Direct Nitish Govt to declare Bihar a ‘drought-hit’ state, urges BJP to Guv The opposition BJP on Wednesday urged the Governor DY Patil to direct the Nitish Kumar government to declare Bihar as “drought-hit” state due to rainfall deficit. A delegation, led by the state unit chief of BJP, Mangal Pandey and Leader of Opposition in the Legislative Assembly Nand Kishore Yadav, called on Patil and submitted a memorandum apprising him about prevalence of acute drought situation in 33 districts of Bihar. The BJP leaders urged the Governor to direct the state government to declare the state as “drought-hit” due to rainfall deficit and launch relief measures among the farmers without any delay. Direct Nitish Govt to declare Bihar a ‘drought-hit’ state, urges BJP to Guv Direct Nitish Govt to declare Bihar a
‘drought-hit’ state, urges BJP to Guv They said that paddy plantation has taken place in only 65 per cent of coverage area due to inadequate and erratic rainfall till first two weeks of this month even as the farmers will
be hard-pressed to save standing crops with irrigation facilities at their disposal. Recalling all 38 districts were declared drought-hit in 2010 due to rainfall deficit at 27 per cent, the BJP leaders urged the state government to adopt the same criteria this time too and declare the state as drought-affected. Among various reliefs for the farmers, the BJP sought ban on recovering of farm loan and electricity bills from the farmers, in addition to eight-hour electricity supply and diesel subsidy for the farmers. The farm labourers should be given works under the MNREGA and financial assistance and seeds should be provided to the farmers for sowing alternative crops, they said, adding that commercial banks should provide loans to the community for sustenance.
Quota in AIIMS faculty: Calcutta High Court: Why GJM would not be Govt to file review petition asked to pay for damages in Darjeeling on SC order
Expressing displeasure over continuance of the bandh in Darjeeling despite its order, the Calcutta High Court today observed that the fundamental rights of people there were being curbed and asked why the GJM would not be asked to compensate damage to public and private property in the hills. A division bench comprising Chief Justice Arun Mishra and Justice Joymalyo Bagchi directed GJM, which is demanding a separate Gorkhaland state, directed it to file an affidavit by September five stating why compensation costs would not be imposed on it. Top GJM leader arrested, bandh paralyse life in Darjeeling The division bench expressed displeasure over the Gorkha Janmukti Morcha's violation of its order of August seven which had held the indefinite bandh in Darjeeling as illegal. The GJM counsel submitted that the people of hills were agitating spontaneously and were resorting to a 'janata curfew' and that the party had
little say over it. Darjeeling bandh: Tea industry fears complete shutdown The court, however, refused to buy the GJM's argument and observed that the people of the hills were not being treated like human beings. It also observed that fundamental rights of people were being curbed and that normalcy at schools, colleges and medical institutions were also being affected.The bench directed the West Bengal government to assess damage to public and private property and submit a report to it. Government
pleader Ashok Banerjee submitted a report in a sealed cover detailing the present situation in Darjeeling.
Spectrum case: Hearing deferred till August 26 A Delhi court on Wednesday adjourned till August 26 the additional spectrum case with the counsel appearing for Bharti Cellular CMD Sunil Mittal and Essar Group promoter Ravi Ruia informing it that the matter is listed for hearing before the Supreme Court. Senior advocate Harish Salve, who appeared for Mr. Ruia, told the court that the matter is listed before the Supreme Court on Wednesday itself and, therefore, the trial court hearing should be adjourned till the apex court clarifies whether there is any stay or not on the proceedings. He said that since the matter in the apex court may not get over on WEdnesday itself, the trial court should give at least a week’s time. “If there is a stay, it will take one second and if there is no stay, it will also take one second and they (accused) will have to move bail applications,” Special CBI Judge O.P. Saini
said while listing the matter for hearing on August 26. Mr. Mittal, Mr. Ruia and former Telecom Secretary Shyamal Ghosh, all of whom were summoned as accused in the case, appeared before the court on Wednesday. The court had earlier told Mr. Mittal and Mr. Ruia, who had challenged the trial court’s order summoning them as accused in the case, that there was “no stay” on the proceedings before it and had warned them that it will go ahead with criminal process if they fail to seek clarification from the Supreme Court on the issue. “There is no stay order as of now,” the judge had said on the last date of hearing and had adjourned the case till today while asking both of them to get it clarified by the apex court. The CBI had opposed their plea, saying the
proceedings had not been stayed by the apex court. The apex court had in its April 26 interim order exempted Mr. Mittal and Mr. Ruia from personal appearance in the trial court and had said the hearing against them will remain “postponed” until further orders. The order had come on Mr. Mittal and Mr. Ruia’s pleas challenging the special court’s March 19 order by which it had summoned them as accused in the case. Mr. Mittal, Mr. Ruia and Canada-based NRI Asim Ghosh, who was then a Managing Director of accused firm Hutchison Max Telecom Pvt Ltd, were summoned as accused by the trial court. The summons to Asim Ghosh have not been served till date. Mittal, Ruia and Asim Ghosh were not named as accused in CBI’s charge sheet filed on December 21, last year. Three telecom firms Bharti Cellular Ltd, Hutchison Max Telecom Pvt Ltd (now known as Vodafone India Ltd) and Sterling Cellular Ltd (now known as Vodafone Mobile Service Ltd) are also accused in the case.
NEW DELHI, AUG 14: Cutting across party lines, the Lok Sabha was unanimous in its concern over the recent Supreme Court order against reservations for faculty in the super-specialty section of the All-India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi. Union Law Minister, Kapil Sibal, assured the House that the Government would file a review petition. “If the review petition is not accepted, we will go for Constitutional amendment in this session itself,” he said. On Wednesday, Lok Sabha Speaker, Meira Kumar, set aside the agenda for Question Hour and took up the AIIMS reservation issue. She asked members from different parties to express their views, most of whom sought a Constitutional amendment without any delay. Leader of the Opposition, Sushma Swaraj, said the judges had gone beyond the scope of the petition. “The Supreme Court wants to set the entire country on fire,” Samajwadi party
leader, Mulayam Singh Yadav said. Congress leader, P L Punia, alleged that the apex court’s arguments betrayed prejudice, and called for reservations in the judiciary. CPI(M) leader, Basudeb Acharia, termed the apex court’s order as not only anti-Dalit, but anti-national, too. “Reservation is a right given by the Constitution,” he added. Later, DMK members, led by T.R Baalu, trooped into the well of the House to press for their demand for a Constitutional amendment. Later, the Speaker said, “The whole House is very agitated over this issue and my suggestion to the Government side is that it should think of a constitutional amendment.” Last month, a five-judge Constitution bench, headed by the then Chief Justice, Altamas Kabir, has passed an order against caste-based reservations in faculty posts for speciality and super-speciality courses in AIIMS.