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11 injured in road mishaps Srinagar, June 20 (KNS): Eleven persons were injured in different road accidents across the valley. A Tavera bearing registration JK03B-8925 hit a motorcycle near women’s collage Anantnag, resulting in injuries to motorcyclist Zubair Ahmad Wagay resident of Janglat Mandi, Anantnag. The injured was shifted to District Hospital, Anantnag for treatment. Anantnag Police has registered a case in this regard. According to a statement issued to KNS, meanwhile, a Scooter bearing registration number DL9SR/6038 hit a road divider on KP Road, in the jurisdiction of Police station Mattan Anantnag, resulting in injuries to two pillions. Both the injured were shifted to Hospital for treatment. Mattan Police has registered a case in this regard. See Mishaps On PG 11..
LeT District Commander held in Kulgam: Police Srinagar, June 20: LeT District Commander Naveed Jat alias Abu Hanzullah a Pakistani militant was apprehended from a hideout in a joint operation of Kulgam police, 62 RR and 18 Bn CRPF in Kulgam. According to a statement issued to KNS, acting on a tip off, Kulgam Police, 62 RR and 18 Bn CRPF cordoned off the Shampora village, in the jurisdiction of Police station Yaripora. During the search, the joint search party apprehended LeT Deputy Chief Naveed Jat @ Abu Hanzullah alias Munnu alias Chotu son of Mohammad Hanief Jat resident of Sahiwala, Multan Punjab Pakistan. 01 AK-47 riffle, 02 AK-47 Magazines, 60 AK-47 rounds See LeT On PG 11..
On Edit Page Some are lucky, some are not For quite some time now it has been observed that on the eve of elections not only defectors and turncoats go for new hunting in Politics but now a day the bureaucrats, journalists and media personalities join different political parties with the aim to make hay while sun shines in Jammu and Kashmir the trade has picked up very quickly since some years now as bureaucrats particularly those with shadowy past join one or the other mainstream parties to get themselves protected through political patronage-these bureaucrats know that they do not have any future in these parties but under pressure from in-
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Curfew like restrictions in old city Curbs put on Mirwaiz, shutdown observed Situation remained peaceful: Authorities
er sector and measures initiated to make Jammu and Kashmir a self-reliant state in the power generation. Matters relating to the early completion of centrally sponsored projects and flow of central funds for completion of various ongoing schemes were also discussed in the meeting. Preparedness for the conduct of Shri Amarnath Yatra this year and issues concerning rehabilitation of Kashmiri Pandits also came up for discussion in the meeting.Meanwhile, on Friday morning See Omar On PG 11..
J&K facing governance crises under NC rule’ Srinagar, June 20: Reiterating resolve of his party to set up a new system of justice and equality in Jammu and Kashmir, patron of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Mufti Mohammad Sayeed today sought support of the every sections of the society to restore sanctity of democratic institutions in the State. According to a statement issued to KNS, he observed that for the last nearly six years credibility of the democratic institutions was badly eroded in this State due to the misdeeds of the present dispensation. Addressing a function to welcome large number of people from Handwara, Akhnoor and Bishnah areas who joined PDP here today, Mufti re-
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Discusses prevailing situation in J&K
New Delhi, June 20: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah Friday afternoon called on Prime Minister, Narindera Modi here and discussed Jammu and Kashmir affairs with him in detail. During the meeting the Chief Minister apprised the Prime Minister about the prevailing peace and development scenario in the state. He also talked about various development projects under implementation in the state for inclusive and holistic development. He referred to the special focus being laid on the development of pow-
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Omar calls on Modi, Rajnath
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gretted that since formation of the government headed by National Conference a systematic move was brazenly launched, by those at the helm of the affairs, to undermine integrity of the institutions which are vital for the growth of any democratic system. He pointed towards various undemocratic steps taken by the present regime to deprive people of Jammu and Kashmir of their democratic rights. Coming down heavily on ruling National Conference for eroding sanctity of democratic institutions in the State, Mufti regretted that it was a historical fact that this party (National Conference) never allowed democracy to flourish in Jammu and Kashmir. “It is result of the deceit tactics of National Conference that unlike other parts of the country, people of Jammu and Kashmir never enjoyed real taste of democracy”, See Mufti On PG 11..
Srinagar, Jun 20 : State authorities Friday foiled the convention called by Chairman Huriyat Conference (M) Mirwaiz Umar Farooq on Friday at Srinagar’s municipal park at the completion of ’50 years of resistance’ of Awami Action Committee- the parent organization of Kashmir’s chief cleric. According to the KNS correspondent, Mirwaiz was placed under house arrest on Friday and curbs were put on the movement of the Huriyat (M) chairman to stop him from leading a March towards Lal Chowk. Huge concertina wires and barricades were placed near the Mirwaiz Manzil Nigeen to stop the entry of outsiders into the house. Reports also maintained that huge party of police personnel were deployed near the street- connecting towards Mirwaiz Manzil. In other parts of the old city, curfew like restrictions were placed in the areas falling under the jurisdiction of seven police stations of the down town area. Deployment of police and paramilitary personnel was made in large number in old city with the barricades and concertina wires placed at various points to stop the pedestrian and vehicular movement. However- eye witnesses told KNS that police allowed the people and also the vehicles after necessary questioning Reports from Lal Chowk and erstwhile informed that a complete shutdown was observed. However, as the time passed vehicles began
to ply on the roads with the shope keepers opening their shops. Hilal War, one of the leaders of the APHC, was detained while he tried to take out a march. He was detained near Jahangir Chowk. The state authorities when contacted by KNS stated that the situation remained peaceful on Friday with no untoward incident reported from any area. Meanwhile, authorities on sealed all the roads – connecting to Kashmir’s Historic Jamia Masjid, located in the old city where already all its gates we closed for the devotes. Locals told KNS that there was no Friday call given from the mosque for the prayers as no person was allowed to enter into its premises.
NC welcomes Re-constitution of CoI to probe 2010 killings We have always stood for justice: Sagar Srinagar, June 20 : National Conference has welcomed the Omar Abdullah led government's decision to re-constitute the Commission of Inquiry (CoI) to look into the killing of youth in police and paramilitary CRPF firing during the 2010 unrest in Kashmir. Terming this as a reiteration of NC's commitment to delivering justice to the victims of law and order situation and turmoil, NC General Secretary Ali Mohammad Sagar said that National Conference has always strived for justice without giving the common-man's sorrow political colors and hues on the basis of convenience, as done by PDP. The NC General Secretary said that while Mufti Mohammad Sayeed has still not apologized to the nation for his involvement in the Gaw Kadal, Bijbehera, Handwara, Hawal and Mashali Mohalla Massacres he
has the surprising audacity to talk about the same generation which he sent to mass graves. "As Home Minister of India, Mufti Mohammad Sayeed not only allowed gruesome massacres to take place in Kashmir but he also patronized those elements who ordered shoot-and-sight orders and catchand-kill orders in the State. Where is justice for the Gaw Kadal victims? Where is justice for the Bijbehera victims? Where is justice for Shaheed Mirwaiz Molvi Farooq? Where is justice for those who were killed when security forces opened fire on Shaheed Mirwaiz's funeral?", Ali Mohammad Sagar asked while stating that PDP's patron was guilty of unimaginable bloodshed and intrigues against his own people. Ali Mohammad Sagar said that Omar Abdullah had See Sagar On PG 11..
Adventure and awareness Rajendra stresses for programme by North improvement in proficiency, Calcutta Disha attitude for crime detection and prevention Jammu, June 20 : Director General of Police (DGP), Mr. K. Rajendra Kumar has stressed upon the jawans and officers of Jammu and Kashmir Police to improve their proficiency to gain public confidence. According to a statement issued to KNS, he said that improvement in attitude and proficiency will bring positive change in public perception. Rajendra was addressing Police Darbars at District Police Lines Kathua and Samba today, during his two day visit to Jammu province. He said that JKP with its dedication and desire of sacrifice has succeeded in bringing normalcy in the State and the force needs strenuous efforts to bring about more improvement in system and management. “Men in Khaki” are the representatives
of police Parivar and they always perform under the gaze of public, as such their performance should be of highest standards, he added. DGP said that the force has faced many challenges during past two decades on various fronts and the situations have been dealt with courage and confidence. Cooperation of people has always encouraged our personnel in dealing the challenging situations and we have to gain public confidence to further strengthen our net work. He asked for maintaining continuous vigil to curb infiltration in the border districts. Besides ensuring rule of law in the state, the force has to improve its techniques of investigation for prevention and detection of crime. Time bound disposal of people’s grievances and See Rajendra On PG 11..
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Srinagar, June 20 : `Disha’, a Kolkata based Adventure Sports organisation is undertaking a 6000 km countrywide drive starting from Kolkata, West Bengal, driving through five states and culminating at Leh to commemorate fifteen years of Operation Vijay. The group consisting of seven Indian nationals all hailing from West Bengal is very diverse in terms of their age and also profession. The oldest member of the group is a 60 year old lady who is a retired Geography Professor and the youngest member is an 18 year old girl. According to a statement issued to KNS, the group has undertaken this trek to honour our valiant soldiers of Army who laid down their lives during Operation Vijay and also
to increase awareness amongst the citizens about the valour and sacrifices of these soldiers. The group intends to visit all the war memorial enroute Srinagar – Leh and in Ladakh region and pay their homage to the martyrs. As part of this campaign, the group visited war memorial at Dras and paid their homage to the martyrs. They also gifted a memento for the war memorial. The group reached Leh and on 16 Jun 2014 visited the war memorial and met the General Officer Commanding, Fire & Fury Corps and expressed their gratitude and obligation for the assistance provided to the group by the Army. The group later on moved for Nubra valley. (KNS)
“We could not offer Friday prayers as there were restrictions all around the area,” said a local. Reports maintained further that forces had placed concertina wires and barricades at various roads to stop peoples’ movement towards the grand mosque. Chairman Huriyat Conference (M) Mirwaiz Umar Farooq had called for the Lal Chowk chalo on Friday and has asked the people to assemble at Jamia Masjid to take the procession forward after Friday prayers. Locals of old city also stated that authorities didn’t allow them to offer Friday prayers n other See Curfew On PG 11..
Infighting in Ganderbal PDP
Youth leader files FIR against a sarpanch
Srinagar, June 20 : The fissures seem to be developing in Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Kangan unit with Irfan Naqashbandi a PDP youth leader in Kangan lodging an FIR against Bashir Ahmad Mir the former PDP candidate from Kangan who is also a probable candidate for the upcoming assembly elections as well. Reports reaching KNS said that Naqashbandi was compelled to register a complaint against Mir
after the PSOs and a local Sarpanch and a close aide of Mir threatened Naqashbandi’s family of dire consequences. According to KNS correspondent the tussle has started over distribution of party mandate which may probably go in favor of Mir. The police has started investigations into the complaint and has lodged FIR bearing number 45/2014 under section 506 RPC. According to KNS correspondent, the duel started after Mir’s name surfaced in a section of press as the PDP’s probable See PDP On PG 11..
11 gamblers including a cop arrested from the heart of Srinagar city Srinagar June 19: In its drive against social evils in
Srinagar City, police Friday arrested eleven gamblers including a government employee and a cop from the heart of the city. Police sources told CNS that a police party from Maisuma police station after receiving information from locals conducted a raid at Maisuma Bund and arrested eleven gamblers along with stake money of Rs 46,450 shortly before the Friday prayers. Sub-Divisional Police Officer, Kothi Bagh Sheikh Faisal Qayoom told CNS that it is a drive against social evils by Kothibagh sub division and the police would conduct subsequent raids whenever they receive information. He identified the arrested gamblers as Muhammad Rafiq Bhat, a government employee from Tankipora, Muhammad Shafi Dar resident of Firdous See City On PG 11..
Baltal Bridge inaugurated Srinagar, Jun 20 : The 50 feet Bridge constructed at Baltal by the Army was inaugurated by Mr Preet Pal Singh, Additional CEO, Shri Amarnath Shrine Board today. The bridge has been constructed by the Victoria Cross Engineer Regiment of the Chinar Corps with the close support of the civil administration and is expected to cater for the heavy rush of Yatris who will undertake the annual pilgrimage. The abutments for the bridge were constructed by Roads and Bridges, Ganderbal. According to a statement
issued to KNS, Singh thanked the Army and District Administration, Ganderbal for constructing the bridge in record time. He stated that the Army had been approached to construct the Bridge after the existing bridge had been rendered unusable due to heavy snowfall in the Baltal-Domel area. The Bridge will facilitate smooth movement of the Yatris, Bhandaras, Security Forces as well as of their vehicles. The Bridge can also aid in any assistance See Baltal On PG 11..
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Omar Omar met Union Home Minister, Rajnath Singh here and discussed with him various matters relating to the peace and development in the state. During the meeting matters relating to the prevailing security scenario also came up for discussion. The two leaders took stock of the preparedness of the state for the conduct of Shri Amarnath Yatra beginning from June 28, 2014. Aspects regarding rehabilitation of Kashmiri Pandits were also discussed in the meeting as also the steps underway in this regard. (KNS)
Curfew mosque- located at the main roads. However, reports informed that Friday prayers were offered in the inner areas of the old city peacefully. Mirwaiz was placed under house arrest on Friday and curbs were put on the movement of the Huriyat (M) chairman to stop him from leading a March towards Lal Chowk. Huge concertina wires and barricades were placed near the Mirwaiz Manzil Nigeen to stop the entry of outsiders into the house. Reports also maintained that huge party of police personnel were deployed near the street- connecting towards Mirwaiz Manzil. (KNS)
Mufti he said and mentioned that except sloganeering National Conference has nothing to maintain democratic character of democratic institutions. “To make democracy more vibrant, it is necessary to restore peoples’ faith in the democratic institutions”, he argued and added that as a responsible political party, PDP was committed to strengthen democratic institutions in Jammu and Kashmir. “During our tenure of just three years, PDP had proved how to utilize such democratic institutions to ensure participation of common masses in the decision making process”, he reminded, adding, “three year is a very short period but PDP during its tenure had set an example of accountable, democratic and transparent system of governance”. Mufti said that PDP led regime had institutionalized development and recruitment process to ensure that every individual would get equal opportunity of growth and upliftment. “With its assiduous efforts the PDP had restored peoples’ faith in the democracy but the present government headed by NC has undermined democratic institutions”, he said and regretted that authoritarian attitude adopted by the coalition regime has badly shattered peoples’ faith in democracy. Listing priorities of his party, Mufti said that eliminating corruption and improving quality and efficiency of the governance in Jammu and Kashmir are focussed areas of PDP. “Apart from political uncertainty, Jammu and Kashmir State is also suffering from crises of governance during the last nearly six years”, he said while pointing towards failure of the present regime on all fronts. He added that PDP, during its tenure, had proved how to provide good governance to the people by improving quality and capacity to deliver. Pointing towards joining of large number of people including some prominent persons, Mufti said there is a widespread public recognition of the fact that the credible leadership and pro-people agenda of PDP had positively transformed the State’s political, economic and developmental landscape after 2002. “People have realized that only PDP has vision to address grievances of all sections of the society”, he said. Prominent among those who joined PDP included FC Bhagat, who retired as Deputy Commissioner, advocate Abdul Rashid, adv Tahir Qadri, adv Nadeem Majid, Sheikh Parveez Ahmed, Nadeem Nazir, Nazir Ahmed Mir, Iryn Dar, Nazir Ahmed Dar, Dev Raj Bhagat, Dr Vishal Sapolia, Madan Lal Pargawalia, Bua Ditta and others. Abdul Haq MLA, G M Sofi, G N Panditpuri, Fayaz Ahmed Mir, Wahid Parra, Mohammad Shafi Dar, Mohammad Amin, Ghulam Mohammad Mir, Choudhary Hamid, Chatter Singh Saini, Satpal Charak, Thakur Suram Singh, Vikram Singh, Suman Sharma, Rashpal Singh Bittu, Chaman Manyal, Rehmat Khan, Daljeet Manyal and others were present on the occasion. (KNS)
Sagar been a strong votary for a Truth and Reconciliation Commission to probe all killings, human rights violations and excesses in the last two and a half decades. "While our stand has always been stable and clear on these issues, PDP is only interested in standing on tables and enacting drama on the streets on the graves of our young men. They have absolutely no sympathy or solidarity for those youth who lost their lives nor for their families", Sagar said. The NC General Secretary said that Mufti Mohammad Sayeed's hands were drenched in the blood of innocent youth of Kashmir and his role as the tormentor of Kashmir's youth can never be forgotten by this nation. "It was Mufti Sayeed who ensured that all militant commanders who were on the negotiation table were killed by intrigue one by one after ensuring them of a safe passage and amnesty. It was Mufti Sayeed who imposed AFSPA in Kashmir - the same AFSPA that has become a source of pain and sorrow for our youth", Ali Mohammad Sagar said. (KNS)
PDP candidate for the upcoming assembly elections scheduled to be held in October-November this year. In his complaint Naqashbandi has said that two PSOs of Mir and the Sarpanch believed to be a close aide of Mir had visited the residence of Naqashbandi and asked for Naqashbandi and PDP zonal president Mushtaq Shah. Mir’s close associate had visited Naqashbandi’s residence in a Scorpio bearing number JKOP/1234 and allegedly harassed and threatened the family members of dire consequences. Naqashbandi says that he was not at his home when Mir’s close aide had gone for his whereabouts. Confirming about the registration of FIR, a police official of Police Station Kangan said: “We have registered a complained filed by Naqashbandi and have lodged an FIR against Mir’s PSOs and the Sarpanch. We have also started investigations into the matter.” Bashir Mir when contacted by KNS said: “Naqashbandi is not a PDP youth leader in Kangan and actually he is being provoked by the National Conference against me.” (KNS)
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City Abad Batamaloo, Bilal Chela Tanvir Ghasi, Mushtaq Dar, Aslam Shounda, Sameer Dar, Munir Pahalwan and Owais Shounda all residents of Maisuma, Ghulam Mustafa Wani, a police cop from Batamaloo and Sajad Bangroo resident of Bemina Srinagar. Police have registered a case against all these gamblers vide FIR number 50/2014 under section 13 of Gambling Act. (CNS)
Rajendra reform in our attitude would reshape our professional policing, the DGP added. JKP has played a commendable job in ensuring free and fair Lok Sabha elections in the State which has boosted the confidence of people. Smooth and peaceful conduct of Yatra and upcoming Assembly elections are the challenges and we have to share our responsibilities, the DGP said. Appreciating the jawans and officers of JKP for their bravery on different fronts, Mr. Rajendra said that our men have exhibited maximum restrain to avoid collateral damages and saved human lives while fighting the militants. He said that our primary duty is to serve the people and ensure safety of their lives and property. Supreme sacrifices of our Jawans and officers have made us proud and it is our responsibility to take care of the families of the martyrs. Elaborating the welfare policy, the DGP said that the schemes in force are being simplified and reviewed to make them more beneficial for the personnel and their families. The hardships faced by the cops have been raised with the government at different levels including enhancement in monthly honorarium of SPOs and removal of pay anomaly, he disclosed. During the twin durbars, the DGP heard the jawans patiently and assured that their problems would be looked into at Zonal and PHQ level. He also issued on spot directions to senior officers present in the Darbar to redress their grievances within their competence. Earlier the DGP laid foundation stone of a multi-storey hostel building at Sidhra, the three block building is being constructed by Police Housing Corporation, (PHC). Managing Director PHC Mr. Dilbagh Singh apprised the DGP about the construction plan of the building. He said that the construction is being carried out at an estimates cost of Rs. 5.35 crores to accommodate officers. DGP stressed upon the engineers to ensure use of quality material and completion of work within the stipulated time. (KNS)
Baltal that may be required in case of any unforeseen natural calamity. The preparatory work started on 10 June 2014 and actual construction of the Bailey Bridge was done on 18 June 2014. Mr Singh complimented the soldiers who worked with great enthusiasm and professionalism to complete their task stating that construction of the Bridge is an example of the excellent synergy that exist between the Civil Administration and the Army in the State. He stated that Chinar Corps is working in close coordination with the Shrine Board and State Govt for resolving all security and logistic issues pertaining to the Amarnath Yatra. (KNS)
Mishaps In another accident, a Maruti car bearing registration number JK13A-4772 hit a pedestrian near Shahi Bakery, K.P road Anantnag. The injured was shifted to District Hospital, Anantnag for treatment. Anantnag Police has registered a case in this regard. In another accident, a Winger vehicle bearing registration number JK05C/6899 and an Alto Car bearing registration number JK01H/6330 collided near Wogub, in the jurisdiction of Police station Tarzoo, resulting in injuries to 04 students and the Winger driver. All the injured have been shifted to Hospital for treatment. Tarzoo Police has registered a case in this regard. In another accident, a Tavera bearing registration number 3058/JK05C hit a pedestrian on NHW near TCP Hyder Beigh, in the jurisdiction of Police station Pattan. The injured person was shifted to hospital for treatment. Pattan Police has registered a case in this regard A TATA Safari bearing registration JK01S/5574 hit and injured a pedestrian at Shalteng, in the jurisdiction of Police station Parimpora, Srinagar. The injured was shifted to Hospital for treatment. Parimpora Police has registered a case in this regard. (KNS)
LeT and 01 Pouches was recovered from his possession. Naveed was self styled District Commander of LeT Outfit for District Shopian and close associate of LeT Chief Abu Qasim. He was operating in the area for the last two years and was involved in the killing of two policemen near the District Court complex, Pulwama and the recent firing on a police party at Shopian in which five police personnel were injured.
Police Raising Day Week
Commandant IRP 20th Bn dedicated water hand pumps in Pattan Srinagar, June 20 (KNS): In connection with the
weeklong Police Raising Day celebrations, Commandant IRP-20th Battalion Shri Abdul Rashid Bhat dedicated six water hand pumps in Baghwan Mohalla Singhpora, Boni Mohalla Singhpora, Dar Mohalla Singhpora, Diver, Yakhmanpora and Hartrath today in presence of the officers of the unit and respectables of these villages. During the interaction with the public, issues like water scarcity, shortage of power supply, condition of roads were highlighted who were assured that all possible help to get the grievances redressed will be taken by putting forth before the concerned departments. The inhabitants of these villages appreciated the gesture of the police department for installation of water hand pumps. (KNS)
Director Prosecution PHQ found dead in his room
Srinagar June 19, CNS: Police Friday recovered the dead body of Director Prosecution Police Head Quarter Srinagar from his government residence at TRC Srinagar.
Tral mourns the death of three local militants
Amid shutdown, thousands attend funeral prayers Tral, June 19: Amid complete shut-
down and pro-freedom slogans, thousands of people participated in the funeral of the 3 slain local militants in their native villages in South Kashmir’s Tral town of Pulwama district. In a fierce gun battle on Thursday evening, three local militants Adil Bashir Mir resident of Dadasara Adil Shah of Routhsana and Tariq Ahmed Parrey resident of Laribal were killed in Buchoo Tral. Eyewitnesses told CNS that shops, business establishments, schools, colleges and government as well as private offices remained closed in Tral town and adjoining villages
while traffic also remained off the roads. Early in the morning, people from Tral and adjoining villages marched towards the native villages of three slain militants, raising pro-freedom slogans. Large number of people rallied in vehicles reached Laribal, Ruthsuna and Dadsara and participated in the separate funeral processions. Eyewitnesses told CNS that people first participated in the funeral procession of Adil Ahmed Shah of Ruthsana Tral, then in the funeral of Tariq Ahmed Parrey of Laribal and later in the afternoon in the funeral of Hizb Divisional commander Adil Bashir Mir of Dadsara Tral,” witnesses said. Tehreek-e-Hurriyat leader Muhammad Ashraf Sehrai led the
Body of LeT militant recovered in Kulgam
Srinagar, June 20 ): A bullet riddle body of a LeT militant was recovered in Yaripora, Kulgam. According to a police statement issued to KNS, today morning, Police Station Yaripora was informed by the locals of village Chinigam, Yaripora that a male body is lying in an open field at the village. A police party rushed to the spot and recovered a bullet riddle body. The body was later identified as Zakir Syed Bhat of Sangus, Kulgam. The deceased had joined the ranks of LeT and was active in the area. Police has registered a case and investigation has been taken up. (KNS)
Hideout busted in Handwara
Srinagar, June 20 (KNS): Handwara police and 47 RR busted a hideout in the forests of Sangri, Handwara last evening and recovered arms and ammunition from the hideout. A joint search operation was launched by Handwara Police and 47 RR in Sangri Forests, Bomdinger Ucher area, in the jurisdiction of Police station Handwara.
funeral processions of Adil Shah (Ruthsana) and Tariq Ahmed Parrey (Laribal) and offered funeral prayers. The funeral prayers of Adil Bashir Mir was offered by his younger brother that was attended by thousands of people. Reports said that a large number of people drove in private vehicles and even in trucks and load carriers to participate in the funeral of the slain militants. Reports said that the biggest funeral procession was witnessed in Dadasara Tral for Divisional Commander Hizbul Mujhadeen Adil Bashir Mir. Meanwhile, scores of students participated in prayers in-absentia held at Kashmir University campus for these three slain militants. (CNS)
05 shops damaged in fire
Srinagar, June 20 (KNS: Five shops were partially damaged in a fire incident at Khumriyal, in the jurisdiction of Police station Kupwara. Fire was brought under control by fire tenders and Police. However, no one was injured in the incident. (KNS)
Body recovered in Anantnag
Srinagar, June 20 (KNS): The body of youth was recovered in Uttersoo area of Anantnag District last evening. Achabal Police recovered the body of 25 years old Shabir Ahmad Bhat son of Abdul Majeed Bhat resident of Nijigund, Uttersoo, in the jurisdiction of Police station chabal at his village. Police has started investigation under section 174 CrPC to ascertain the cause of death. Achabal Police after conducting all medico-legal formalities handed over the body of deceased to his relative for last rites. (KNS)
U.S. favours combined Iraq-Syria paradigm In ruling out the re-entry of U.S. combat troops to quell escalating sectarian violence in Iraq, President Barack Obama on Thursday signalled a delicate shift in Washington’s paradigm towards one that viewed the conflict as inextricably bound with the battle against extremists in neighbouring Syria. Announcing his plan to send 300 military advisers to Iraq, with a mandate to contribute to the efforts of joint operation centres in Baghdad and some northern parts of the country, Mr. Obama noted, “The key to both Syria and Iraq is going to be a combination of what happens inside the country, working with moderate Syrian opposition, working with an Iraqi government that is inclusive, and us laying down a more effective counterterrorism platform that gets all the countries in the region pulling in the same direction.” The President added that rather than try to play “whack-a-mole” wherever such terrorist organisations “pop up”, the focus had to remain on building effective partnerships. Analysts also concurred that the White House’s refusal of the request for air strikes made this week by beleaguered Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki reflected the emerging administration view that Washington was actively seeking alternatives to Mr. al-Maliki given the approaching formation of a new government after recent parliamentary elections. In this regard the Washington Post
quoted unnamed government officials saying that when the current crisis fomented by militant outfit the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria began last week, the administration “told Maliki in no uncertain terms that time was short for his Shiite-dominated government to reach out to Sunni and Kurdish communities with new offers of political inclusion”. Officials also hinted at the possibility of forming new states respecting deep ethnic divisions, saying that otherwise Kurds would likely see the upheaval as an opportunity to form their own state, and some Sunnis would likely join Islamist militants advancing on Baghdad.
Mr. Obama in his briefing came close to hinting at the need for a fresh political perspective of Iraqi leaders, arguing that the only way to prevent each ethnic group in Iraq from assuming irreconcilable positions and causing territorial instability was if there were “credible Sunni leaders, both at the national level and at the local level, who have confidence that a Shia majority, that the Kurds, that all those folks are committed to a fair and just governance of the country.” The President said, “Right now that doesn’t exist. There’s too much suspicion [and] mistrust.”
Ukraine president releases 14-point peace plan to curb insurgency Kiev: Ukraine's new Western-backed president on Friday released a sweeping peace plan for curbing a pro-Russian uprising in the separatist east that is threatening the ex-Soviet country's survival. The publication of the 14-point initiative followed two phone conversations in 72 hours between President Petro Poroshenko and Russia's Vladimir Putin, which highlighted the Kremlin's lingering influence over its smaller western neighbour. Poroshenko on Thursday also hosted in Kiev local leaders and tycoons from the eastern rustbelt
to help win their agreement for his ideas of how to end the fighting that has killed at least 365 civilians and fighters on both sides. A Ukranian military spokesman said on Friday the latest eastern clashes claimed the lives of seven soldiers and left 30 wounded. Kiev media published copies of the document Poroshenko was due to formally unveil later in the day that demands the rebels' immediate disarmament and promises to decentralise power through constitutional reform. The plan also drops criminal charges against separatist fighters who committed
no "serious crimes" and provides "a guaranteed corridor for Russian and Ukrainian mercenaries to leave" the conflict zone. But it also calls on "local government bodies to resume their operations" -- a demand rejected by separatist leaders who have proclaimed their independence from Kiev and occupied administration buildings in about a dozen eastern cities and towns. One rebel commander this week dismissed news that Poroshenko was about to propose a strategy for ending the country's worst crisis in its post-Soviet history as "meaningless".
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One of the 40 Indians abducted in Iraq escapes, 16 others moved out NEW DELHI: Sixteen In- spokesman Syed Akbaruddians stranded in violence- din said that the meeting affected areas of Iraq have reviewed the “entire dibeen evacuated even as one mensions” of the situation of the 40 abducted Indians taking into consideration all has fled from the captors in facts and information availMosul town which is under able to the government. the control of the militants. “We can confirm to you The developments that one Indian has escaped came on a day when Prime and is in touch with our emMinister Narendra Modi bassy in Baghdad,” Akbareviewed the situation at a ruddin said. high-level meeting which The 40 Indians, who was attended by external were working in a construcaffairs minister Sushma tion project, were abducted Swaraj, home minister Ra- in Mosul which was seized jnath Singh, national se- by Sunni militant group ISIS. curity adviser Ajit Doval, Muslims offer prayers cabinet secretary Ajit Seth, in Ahemdabad for the safe foreign secretary Sujatha return of Indians trapped in Singh, heads of intelli- Mosul Akbaruddin also said gence and security agen- that the abducted Indians cies as well as senior offi- are safe and noted that the cials of the external affairs government was making ministry. “every effort so that it is reLone News Agency Kangan External affairs ministry solved at the earliest”.
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development, Production Growth in Agriculture and Allied sectors, Saffron development , Urban Vegetable Clusters, Protein Sup-
Secretary, Mr. Mohammad Iqbal Khandey reviewed the performance and progress under the RKVY for the year 2013-14. RKVY was launched in J&K in the year 20082009 to give fillip to State Agriculture sector, under which Rs. 181 crore has been spent upto March 2013-14 on Infrastructure
plements in Animal, Sheep Husbandry and Fisheries. During 2013-14 under various components of RKVY, a total of Rs. 105 crore were utilized upto March 2014 under its Normal, Saffron development, Urban Vegetable Cluster and Protein Supplements Mission. While reviewing the
CS reviews RKVY, Rs. 105 crore utilized upto March 2014
Bhalla for collective efforts to preserve rich heritage, culture of State
SRINAGAR, JUNE 20: Minister for Law and Parliamentary Affair today said that the Government is making all out effort for providing adequate infrastructure to Judiciary and various steps have been initiated in this regard. He saidThe Minister was interacting with Legislator Dr. Shahnaz Ganai, who called on him here today with a charter of demands relating to developmental issues of Poonch District.
Council panel condoles demise of Ch. Aslam SRINAGAR, JUNE 20: The Departmental Related Standing Committee of Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Council today condoled the death of Ch. Mohammad Aslam, Ex-Speaker and sitting Member Legislative Assembly (MLA) who passed recently.The Committee, which met here under the Chairmanship of MLC Mr. Ghulam Nabi Monga along with its members Mr. Ajatshatru Singh, Dr. Shahnaz Ganai and Mr. B. A. Magray expressed its heartfelt sympathies with the bereaved family and prayed for eternal peace to the departed soul.The Committee termed that leader’s death has created a void in political sphere of the State, saying that the death is a great loss to the State in general and Surenkote Constituency in particular. The Panel highlighted the contributions of late leader which he made for betterment and welfare.
highlighted important sectors of the State like agriculture, horticulture, handicrafts, tourism, adventure sports, traditions, seers, saints, cultural and heritage ethos of the State. He maintained that three regions of the State have their own importance, which has different identities and symbol of Secularism and uniqueness which display unity in diversity.
overall performance, the Chief Secretary emphasized on fund rationalization across the sectors, to include Animal, Sheep and Fisheries in the Normal RKVY Plan, 3rd party evaluation by NABCONS for systematic and objective assessment of ongoing and completed projects, besides upgrading the quality of Poly Green Houses across all sectors. On Saffron development in the State, Chief Secretary directed for completing rejuvenation of Saffron lands and harnessing tube-wells to ensure irrigation of the Saffron fields on time. He also called for identification of potential saffron growing areas in other districts of the State including Jammu Division for bringing more land under Saffron cultivation.
Teachers ,Students, awarded for excellence in science stream Feroz for making science a tool for nation development SRINAGAR, JUNE 20:- Minister of State for Science and Technology, School Education Mr. Feroz Ahmad Khan today stressed the need for making science subject more attractive to our children at school and college level, adding that these budding science students of today shall become leading scientists of tomorrow. He said various innovative measures have been taken to attract students to learn science at all levels. Mr. Feroz was addressing a function after giving away awards among Science students and Teachers under “J&K Science Scholarship and Innovative Science Teacher Awards-2013”. As many as 79 students were award-
ed with cash prize of Rs 4.50 lakh for pursuing science subjects in various schools and colleges in the State. In addition 3 lecturers which include Dr. Khursheed Ahmad Shah, Assistant Professor, (Physics) Government Degree College, Anantnag, Dr. Roohi Mushtaq, Assistant Professor, (Bio-Technology), S.P.College, Srinagar and Dr. Amjad Ali, Assistant Professor, (Botany) Government Degree College, Kargil and 2 teachers Dr. Neelofar Jabeen and Rouf Hamza Boda were awarded for their contribution in the field of science. The function was organised by the J&K State Council for Science and Technology at Sri Partap (SP) College, Srinagar. The Minister said that the scholarships for pursuit of science is one such innovative programme implemented by the Department of Science and Technology for attracting talent to science at an early age to and to make it as one of the key drivers of states development.Mr. Forez urged the au-
Rather visits Tilsara, Nagbal, inaugurates 2 schools
BUDGAM, JUNE 20- The Minister for Finance and Ladakh Affairs, Mr. Abdul Rahim Rather today visited his constituency, Charar in district Budgam today and inaugurated High Schools at Tilsara and Nagbal. At Tilsara village a double storied school building was inaugurated which has been built with a total cost of 44.50 lakh rupees. The Minister directed the executive engineer to expedite the construction of primary health centre in the area. The Minister requested the people to make a realistic comparison and recall the absence of roads, drinking water or electricity in the area. He gave a patient hearing to the demands of the people of Tilsara, which included drainage facility, supply of more electric conductors and poles and a business unit/branch of bank. Similarly at Nagbal, Yousmarg another double storied high school consisting of ten rooms was inaugu-
Don’t discount your ability to be extremely resourceful if you need to be, Aries. If you don’t have everything you need or all of the required information, take time to think. Who can you ask? What places can you access? Who might know where you can find what you need? Rather than panic because the pieces aren’t all there, instead make a list of contacts and go for it. Trust in yourself.
Try not to let today’s blues get you down, Taurus. While it’s true that some days can seem to drag on, the busier you are the faster time will pass. Get down to finishing any work still before you and then make plans for tonight. If there’s a light at the end of the tunnel, not only will things seem to speed up but you’ll feel better knowing it’s coming.
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multi-religious, multi-lingual saga which need to the conserved with the involvement of cross-sections of the society. The Minister was interacting with a group of Overseas Diaspora Youth who called on him in his office chamber here today. The group comprising 39 members is on visit to Jammu and Kashmir on an Orientation tour un-
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rated by the minister with a total cost of 44.50 lakh rupees. The minister told the people that this school will meet the requirements of young students who otherwise had to travel long distance up to Pakarpora for obtaining
secondary level education. The CMO was instructed to make functional the primary health centre in the area till the new building is ready, such that people do not suffer for the want of basic medical facility.
thorities to strengthen infrastructure at school and college level, so that students can take interest in scientific pursuits. He also stressed for identifying outstanding science teachers, who have made an impact at high school and under graduate level fairly, so that genuine persons could be rewarded at proper time. The Minister also greeted the awardee students and teachers for their dedication and hard work. He also hoped that the students and teachers will continuously strive scientific pursuits for the benefit of the society and the nation.While addressing the gathering Director Colleges Mr. Tariq Ahmad Kawoosa said that Science and Technology has a vital role to play in answering some of the sensitive and difficult challenges. He appreciated the government’s efforts to recognize the importance of Science and Technology and from last several years’ innovative steps has been taken to boost the sector in a big way for securing the future of the budding science students.
Jora, Gurezi release book “Animal Husbandry Leh at Glance” SRINAGAR, JUNE 20:- Minister for Urban Development and Urban Local Bodies, Mr. Nawang Rigzin Jora and Minister of State for Animal and Sheep Husbandry, PHE, Irrigation and Flood Control Mr. Nazir Ahmad Gurezi today released a book “Animal Husbandry Leh at Glance” at a function organized by the Chief Animal Husbandry Office, Leh here.Speaking on the occasion, the Minister for Urban Development said that the magazine contains vital information, which will prove beneficial for those dealing with livestock. He asked the animal husbandry department to make farmers aware about the latest techniques adopted by the department.While addressing the gathering, the Minister of State for Animal and Sheep Husbandry said that need of the hour is to create awareness among the masses about the latest techniques and the schemes provided by the Government for the benefit of the live stock rearers. He asked the departments of animal and sheep husbandry to give wide publicity about the schemes and programmes of the departments through print and electronic media.Mr. Gurezi said that the information contained in the book would be beneficial to the people related to animal husbandry especially in the Leh region and would give much needed information to them. He said that the need of the hour is to ensured more such material informs of books and other related material for the general convince of the farmers.Among others, Executive Councillor, Animal Sheep Husbandry, LAHDC Mr. Gurmet Dorjay, Deputy Director, Agriculture Production Department Mr. Samoon, Chief Animal Husbandry Officer, Leh Mr. Abdul Qayoom and other officers of Animal Husbandry department .
Dare to be different, Gemini. It can be so easy to fall into a drill. Sleeping at the same time, eating at the same time, wearing the same style, and going about work the same way day after day. Before you know it, you feel like you’re in a rut. The only way to get away from this is to make a decision to break free by doing something unique. Try a new haircut. Wear colors that are unusual for you. If the need is there, consider a new career. Pursue expansion.
Cancer June 22-July 22
If your lifestyle is considerably different than that of others, resist feeling self-conscience about it today, Cancer. Try to remember that you chose the life you have for specific reasons. Even if you’ve come to a point where you’re considering a change, there’s no need to feel badly, ashamed, or embarrassed about where you are now. Everyone has to make his or her own way. If this conforms to the norm, that’s fine. If it doesn’t, that’s fine, too.
Leo
July 23-August 22 An enhanced feeling of determination could motivate you today, Leo. Finish the things that aren’t complete and make some plans for this evening. Don’t hesitate to take on something that feels complicated or big. Chances are you’ll be able to handle most anything and it will feel great when it’s finished. Enjoy your day by making the most of opportunity.
Virgo
August 23-September 22
Feeling the effects of today’s energies, Virgo? Take heart if this is the case, because the end of the tunnel isn’t as far away as it seems. Do your best to take things one step at a time and see about making some plans for a little fun this evening. Get together with friends or take in a movie. Help yourself feel better by staying busy and focused and follow up with some recreation. Before you know it, the aspect will pass and you’ll be back to normal.
Libra
September 23-October 23 Consider making some plans for a vacation or short getaway, Libra. Looking forward to something fun can make even the toughest of days far easier to handle. You’ll be amazed how much you can manage when there’s an end in plain sight. Your entire attitude can lighten. So take the bull by the horns and create an incentive for yourself. Do something special to reward the hard work you do day after day.
Scorpio
October 24-November 21 Don’t judge someone if he or she has a different lifestyle than what you consider to be OK, Scorpio. You probably lean toward the traditional, yet not everyone feels this way about relationships, working, or lifestyle. While it may seem impossible to understand and even frighten you, try not to be too harsh on those you deem odd. You’d be better off using that energy to keep your own life on track.
Sagittarius November 22-December 21
Friends seeking advice or a shoulder to cry on could be plentiful today, Sagittarius. You’re one of best people to give them the support and care they need. Just be sure that you don’t give so much to others that you don’t have anything left for yourself. True friendship is about sharing and the exchange of problems and help. Running yourself down will leave you in a place where you aren’t going to be much help to anyone.
Capricorn December 22-January 19
Getting through today shouldn’t pose too big a problem for you, Capricorn. You may feel a huge second wind that can give you the drive and determination to see your chores and projects through. Make some plans for this evening, such as getting together with friends or taking in an event that really intrigues you. Until then, go about your tasks bit by bit. You’ll get things finished before you know it.
Aquarius January 20-February 18
Working within boundaries and restrictions could really get to you today, Aquarius. Yours is an independent spirit and your best achievements are often born of doing things your own way. Yet like it or not, we all have to follow guidelines and rules. Do your best to follow suit and finish what needs to be done. Afterward, you may find more freedom to act independently without consequences. Exercise patience and diligence as needed today.
Pisces
February 19-March 20 Chances are that you’ll feel upbeat and positive today, Pisces. Consider sharing this energy with those around you who are feeling less than content. Your attitude can have a profound effect on friends, partners, spouses, and children. Even neighbors and extended family can pick up on your spirit without you even realizing it. Share your optimism with everyone you can today. If you see someone hurt or angry.
EDITORIAL// OPINION EDITORIAL Stray dog menace- A grave problem ashmir valley lucky, is confrontSome are ed with many problems including the erratic powarebesides not ersome and water supply other
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She Taxi- Offers a Safe Journey for Women
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he Taxi, the 24X7 taxi service operated by women for women travellers, will be launched soon at Kochi city, after the successful implementation of the project in Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala. The service initiated by the Gender Park which functions under the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala has been designed to ensure a safe and reliable mode of transport for women as well as to encourage entrepreneurship and self-employment among women. The ‘24x7 She Taxi Service’ has an advanced safety enabled technology that would make travelling much safer and secure. Travellers can book the cab via online or mobile on a 24X7 basis. The traveller can dial a specific service number to book the taxi, which will be unique for the entire state. The traveler will receive a Unique Identification Code along with a 24x7 She Taxi service number. This will allow the traveler to verify the cab number before boarding the cab. The cab service will pick the traveler from the designated boarding point and drop at the specified destination. The traveller will have the option to make payment via cash, debit card or credit card. In order to avoid any disputes on the travel fare, an electronic payment system will be introduced. Various other features such as refreshment mini bar and entertainment facilities including music, play stations are also provided in the cabs. The cab, designed and integrated with Global Positioning system(GPS) will enable to monitor and track the activities of the traveller as well as the driver and will facilitate immediate aid in case of any emergency situation. The cabs are also programmed to de-mobilize the cab based on the directions from the ‘24x7 Emergency Call Centre’ to ensure a higher degree of pro-active safety element especially during unforeseen circumstances. Safe Bus, Safe Me, Safe Me Mobile and Safe City Response Ecosystem are the major safety offering technologies used in She Taxi service. The Safe bus technology used to control the speed, sudden break, and sudden turn and to ensure engine safety condition to improve the driving behavior. Safe Me is a personal emergency alert service to the She Taxi drivers and the passengers inside the cab. Safe Me Mobile is a mobile based emergency alert application for She Taxi drivers outside the car.
A control room had been set up to track and monitor the operations of the cab on a constant basis. All alerts will be received and vehicles will be proactively monitored from this control room. The support of public safety officers is also available. She Taxi is a project that enhances women entrepreneurship, self employment and financial security of women. The Kerala State Women’s Development Corporation, another associate of the project, will give financial support for the entrepreneurs. KSWDC will provide loans for the entrepreneurs at a lower interest rate to purchase the vehicle. Gender Park is the owner of She Taxi service and they manage overall monitoring and coordination. Gender Park will identify the beneficiaries, select and extend fund support to them. Gender Park will organize promotional and branding activities of the project, awareness and training programmes to the entrepreneurs. Gender Park is an autonomous institution pro-
moted by the Government of Kerala to resolve gender inequity in development. Gender Park acts as a convergence centre for Women Studies, Research Activities, Entrepreneurship Initiatives, Documentation, Library, Education, Health and Support, Business and Trade, Productive Sectors, etc. It has been created to tackle the problems and issues of women and to ensure better social security in all aspects of their well-being. At Gender Park, various activities of women are pooled into a common platform irrespective of social, political or economic divisions. She Taxi Service is expected to solve the travelling problem of women in late hours up to an extent. It will support the women travellers from working category and the tourists visiting Kerala. The security and living standard of women will project the development level of a State. Hence She Taxi, a public sector initiative for women empowerment will be the start of a new epoch.
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rom the moment a baby opens its eyes to this world, its body must adapt to a new life. Every factor to facilitate this adaptation has been put into effect during and after the pregnancy. The clearest example of this is the stage of the formation of mother's milk. The formation of the milk is provided by the mother's hormones. The production of milk is connected basically to a hormone called "prolactin" produced by the anterior pituitary gland in the brain. During pregnancy, the progesterone and the oestrogen hormones produced by the placenta prevent prolactin from being activated and producing milk. But the placenta is discharged after birth causing the level of progesterone and oestrogen in the blood to fall; after this, prolactin comes into action and contributes to the formation of milk. Because of this communication among the hormones, such a valuable nutrient as mother's milk is prepared exactly at the moment when the baby needs it. This is indeed a momentous exchange of information. While the placenta is in the body, it performs vital tasks but at the right time it must be ejected. This brings with it a very important development for human life. In the stages of human creation all the things that take place complement one another. Certainly, these are clear proofs that every human being has been constructed by a supreme power. And these stages continue after the baby has come into the world. The production of milk by the mother increases according to the baby's need for nourishment. In the first days, up to 50 g. is produced; in the sixth month, the production may be as high as one litre. Those scientists who have tried to find the formula for mother's milk
have been unsuccessful after long investigations because there is no standard type of mother's milk. In every mother's body, milk is produced according to the needs of her own baby, and this milk nourishes the baby in a way that no other extraneous nourishment can. Research has shown that the antibodies, hormones, vitamins and minerals in mother's milk are determined by the needs of the baby. The use of nutrient material other than mother's milk does not completely meet the needs of the baby. For example, no other nutrient material contains the antibodies required for the baby's immune system. Cow's milk is considered to be the classic nutrient material for babies. When we compare it with mother's milk, we can better understand the superiority of the latter. In cow's milk there is a higher amount of casein than in human milk. Casein is a protein found in coagulated (sour) milk. This material breaks down into larger pieces in the stomach making digestion difficult. For this reason, cow's milk is harder to digest than mother's milk. The fact that little of this material is found in mother's milk makes the baby's digestion easier. These two kinds of milk are also different with regard to the composition of amino acids. Due to this difference in composition, the total number of amino acids present in the plasma of a baby fed with cow's milk is greater; the level of some amino acids is too high while the level of others is too low. This has negative effects on the nervous system and, because of the higher protein content, places an extra burden on the kidneys. Another factor that makes mother's milk different is its sugar content. In mother's milk and cow's milk there is the same kind of sugar-lactose. But the amount of lactose in human milk (L / 7g) is different from
that in cow's milk (L / 4.8g). Besides, the large coagulated particles of cow's milk pass much more slowly through the small intestine. For this reason, high amounts of fluid and lactose, which are very important, are absorbed in the first section of the small intestine. Coagulated particles of mother's milk (unlike those of cow's milk) pass through the small intestine easily, and lactose and fluid reach the large intestine. In this way, a healthy intestinal structure develops. The second advantage of the great quantity of lactose found in human milk is that it ensures the synthesis of a material called "cerebroside", which plays an important role in the construction of the essential structures of the nervous system. Despite the fact that the fat level in mother's milk and cow's milk is almost the same, the quality of those fats is different. The linoleic acid in mother's milk is the only fatty acid required in the nourishment of the baby. Another factor that distinguishes mother's milk is the amount and proportion of the salt and minerals it contains. For example, in cow's milk the amount of calcium and phosphorus is high; but the ratio of calcium to phosphorus in cow's milk makes it difficult to digest properly. Phosphorus can combine with calcium in the digestive tract and actually prevent the absorption of calcium. Therefore, if a baby is given cow's milk in the first days of its life, the way can be opened to certain abnormalities due to a drop of the level of calcium in the blood. 1 Apart from this, human milk is 50% iron. Because cow's milk contains a much lower proportion of this mineral, babies fed on cow's milk can develop anaemia linked to iron deficiency. Richness in vitamins is another factor that makes mother's milk indispensable for
the baby. From the point of view of the vitamins they contain, mother's milk and cow's milk are quite different. Despite the fact that the level of vitamin A is the same, the level of vitamins E, C and K is higher in mother's milk. The amount of vitamin D in mother's milk is sufficient for the baby's needs. A baby coming into the world from the protected, bacteria-free womb of its mother must fight against several bacteria in the external world. One of the most important features of mother's milk is that it protects the baby from infections. The protective cells (antibodies) that pass from the mother's milk to the baby cause the baby to start fighting against bacteria it had never known before, as if it had actually been informed. The antibodies contained in great quantities in the form of mother's milk called "colostrum", which is secreted in the first few days after birth, perform an especially protective function. This protection that mother's milk provides for the baby (protection from slight infections to very serious ones), is vitally important for the first few months, and its benefits increase in proportion to the period of breast feeding. The benefits to the baby of mother's milk become more evident every passing day. One of the things scientists have discovered about mother's milk is that it is highly beneficial for a baby up to two years of age. The importance of this recent discovery was revealed to us 14 centuries ago: We have instructed man concerning his parents. Bearing him caused his mother great debility and the period of his weaning was two years: "Give thanks to Me and to your parents. I am your final destination." (Qur'an, 31: 14) Aejaz Iqbal (Microbiologist) Nadihal Bandipora aijazsmile@gmail.com
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