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Carpenter dies in Gulmarg Srinagar, December 23: A carpenter died in a fall while working at a JKTDC hut at Gulmarg. A carpenter Mohammad Iqbal Najar Ghulam Ahmad resident of Brain Nishat fell from a roof top while working at a JKTDC hut near Hospital Gulmarg resulting in his injuries. He succumbed to injuries while on way to Tangmarg Hospital.
Fire incidents Srinagar, December 23: Fire broke out in a room of a joint residential house of Mohammad Ashraf Sofi son of Ghulam Hassan Sofi and others at Arawat Ashai Kocha, falling under the jurisdiction of Police Station M. R Gung, Srinagar. The room was partially damaged in the incident. Fire was brought under control by Fire tenders. Fire broke out in the single storey residential house of Ghulam Mohammad Chopan son of Ghulam Mohi-ud-Din resident of Watloora, falling under the jurisdiction of Police Station Panzalla, Sopore. The house was completely damaged in the incident. Fire was brought under control by Fire tenders and local police. However, no loss of life or injury was reported in the incident. Fire broke out in a shop of Mst. Naseema daughter of late Ghulam Mohammad Sheikh resident of Mirakabad Shalimar which engulfed an adjoining shop of Mohammad Ismail Mir son of Mohammad Mir resident of Mirakabad Shalimar. Both the shops were completely damaged in the incident. Fire was brought under control by Fire tenders and local police.
Inside story Speaker reviews pace on dev works in Eidgah Srinagar The Speaker, Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Mr. Mubarak Gul today directed all executing agencies to gear up respective field functionaries and speed up the pace on all ongoing developmental projects under
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Calcutta government central laboratory final authority in food testing system- Dr. Shafat
From our special correspondent Srinagar, December 23: After spurious drug scandal which left the whole valley under a sever shock, the sensational disclosures of adulterated spices (Saunf) and toned milk have shaken the Kashmiris who are living on the edge because of the health hazards created by some private concerns dealing with the production of poison in the name of milk and spices. Kanwal Masala which produces Saunf and other spices has sent shock waves in the spine of the people after they heard that the Saunf they are using in their preparations is adulterated and hence unsafe. According to the reports the health officer of Srinagar Municipal Corporation Dr. Shafat Ahmad after taking samples of the Saunf masala sent them for tests along with the samples from other companies to Calcutta where the Saunf of Kanwal Masala was found adulterated and hence unsafe for the human health. The health officer exhibiting courage and honesty immediately after receiving the report,
made it public through print media and cautioned the people about its usage. The health officer has done his public duty in a manner that proves everybody is not sailing the same boat and there are honest officers in majority in the government who cannot be bought, influenced or politically pressurized. Reliable sources told Zabarwan Times that pressures were mounted on Dr. Shafat but he stood on his feet and did not yield under pressure. After some days of surfacing the matter the company got certificates from private testing laboratories and published them as paid advertisements in the local papers to repair the dents caused to the credibility and sincerity of the company. However when contacted by Zabarwan Times Dr. Shafat said that the final authority in food testing system is the government run Calcutta central laboratory where the samples were sent by the municipal corporation. He said that when the reports of the Calcutta central laboratory were received he made it public because he wanted that he should not become a part to
Soz reacts to Omar’s coalition remark ‘Congress to emerge single largest party in the state’ Srinagar, December 23: Reacting to the recent statement of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah that the next government in Jammu and Kashmir will also be a coalition government, Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) chief Saif-ud-din Soz Monday said that the Congress will emerge as a single largest party in the state in the forthcoming polls. Soz, while talking to KNS stated that the Congress in the state has attained a strong foothold and that people here have accepted the representative character of the party. “The base of the Congress in the state has become very strong and with optimistic approach I believe that ours will be the single largest party in the state.”
The state Congress chief further stated that the party will sweep the polls at large and its prime responsibility would be to fight for the rights of the common people. “Our prime concern is to fight for the basic rights of the people of the state and we are committed to take the state to the new horizons of development.” Commenting over the possibility of the post poll alliance for the formation of the next government in the state, Soz told KNS that if the time demands the same, the decision will be taken by the Congress high command and all the perspectives of the alliance would be taken into consideration before the final call into the matter would be taken. Soz added, “Ours is the national party and we will act in accordance to the directions issued by
Taj lays foundation of Rs. 5 cr Tral sports stadium
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the party high command about forging an alliance with any party here. Whether complete or the outside support, we have to wait for the high command.” Stating that the Aam Admi Party must come forward for the formation of the government at Delhi, Soz said that the people usually suffer due to the non- availability of the public representatives in the government sector and therefore AAP must not show reluctance in the government formation. Maintaining that the state government employees must shun the path of confrontation and should work for the betterment of common masses here , Soz said that he is fighting for the employees’ demand for the enhancement of the See Soz on Pg.11
an unpardonable crime against the society. “I don’t want to become the part of a heinous crime and will sincerely discharge my duties which I am supposed to perform sincerely and honestly”. He said that the samples of other companies dealing with eatables are being taken in a systematic and routine way so that those
persons playing with the health of the people will be brought to the book and action under law will be initiated. He said that people cannot be put to risks and health hazards by those companies who throw human values, their conscience and their own credibility in to winds. He has appealed the people not to go by the
‘Adulterated’ milk, spices case High Court directs Khyber, Kanwal, Avone to deposit Rs 10 Cr each Srinagar, December 23: The High Court has directed owners of Khyber Milk, Kanwal spices and Avon agro industries private limited to deposit Rs 10 Crores each in the office of director Sher-e-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) Soura. The three companies have been ordered to deposit the said amount within two weeks. The order came in a petition seeking implementation of food safety and standard rules in the state. The director SKIMS Soura, according to KNS correspondent has been directed to keep the amount in a separate account till the court passes separate orders for the utilization of deposited amount. The court has also asked the government to file compliance report with regard to its various directions passed in the matter. Matter has been See High Court on Pg. 11
advertisements launched by these companies and bring to the notice of the government if they suspect any adulterated food item produced by any company. When contacted several physicians told Zabarwan Times that the several adulterated spices if used for a long time can cause even the dreaded disease like intestinal or stomach cancer. They said not only this it creates many complications in the human body. They advised the people to avoid the excessive use of spices which they said even otherwise are health hazardous. He said that the spices should be used to the minimum and it will be better to avoid them totally. A common man Abdul Rashid Dar of Anantnag talking to this paper expressed his dismay over such a greedy act and said that higher authorities are watching these acts as silent spectators and there is no checks on the adulteration in the valley which goes on unabated. In fact the drug controller, the health department , the police and the district administration has to join See Kanwal Masala on Pg. 11
Azad Launches ‘Magni-Visualiser’ Screening Device For Cervical Cancer New Delhi, December 23: The Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare, Ghulam Nabi Azad launched screening device for cervical cancer, called ‘Magni-Visualiser’, here today. The device has been designed and developed at Institute of Cytology and Preventive Oncology (ICPO), NOIDA which is one of the premier Institutes of ICMR and is involved in epidemiology and development of indigenous HPV vaccine. Speaking at the launch function, Azad congratulated the scientists at ICMR and ICPO for designing and developing this cost-effective and affordable device for screening cervical cancer in its early stages. He stated that cervical cancer is still the number one killer cancer in several parts of rural and semi-urban India. It has been estimated that about 1 lakh 32 thousand cases of cervical cancer are
diagnosed every year and 74, 000 deaths occur due to it every year. It accounted for 9% of total deaths due to cancer in 2010. He further said that many of the cases may still be going unreported in many rural areas taking the number even higher.
The Health Minister stated that with this device it will be easy to screen and detect cervical cancer in its early stages thus making treatment more effective. He stated that the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has launched the “National Programme on Prevention
Tral, December 23: Minister for Medical Education, Youth Services & Sports, Mr. Taj Mohiud Din today laid the foundation stone of a Rs. 5 crore sports stadium at Bugani here today. Addressing the function after laying the foundation, the Minister said the proposed stadium would be laced with all the
standard facilities and amenities for playing all games. He said given these facilities the sports complex would also be used to play and host matches and tournaments of state and national level. Mr. Taj said he is very optimistic about the creative capabilities of local youth and it is only a matter of exposure that these youth See Taj on Pg. 11
and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, CVDs, and Stroke” in 2010 in 100 selected districts taken up initially as pilot project across 21 States to address the challenges posed by the rapidly increasing burden of NCDs, particularly Cancer, See Azad on Pg. 11
way Makhdoom Sahib (RA) Ropeway inaugurated One traffic on NH Comprehensive programme undertaken for development, beautification of old city: Sagar
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Maintaining that comprehensive programme has been undertaken for development and beautification of the historic old city Srinagar, the Minister for Rural development and Panchayati Raj, Mr. Ali Mohammad Sagar has said that the present coalition government has ushered golden era of development in the State. However, with myopic attitude are trying their best to negate the achievements of the government and mislead the people for their ulterior motives. The Minister was addressing a huge gathering after jointly inaugurating the prestigious Makhdoom Sahib (RA) Ropeway in the presence of the Minister for Tourism, Mr. Ghulam Ahmad Mir here today. The Ropeway has been constructed by the Jammu and Kashmir Cable Car Corporation at a cost of Rs. 6.5 crore. Chairman Waqf Board, Mr.
M.Y. Qadri, Political Secretary to chief Minister, Mr Tanvir Sadiq, MLC, Sheikh Ghulam Rasool, Secretary Tourism and Culture, Mr. Zaffar Ahmad Bhat, Deputy Commissioner, Srinagar, Mr. Farooq Ahmad Shah, Commissioner SMC, Dr. G.N. Qasba, Director Tourism Kashmir, Mr. Talat Parvez, SSP Srinagar, Mr. Amit Kumar, MD JK
Cable Car Corporation, Mr. Tufail Mattoo and other senior officers of different departments were present on the occasion. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Sagar said that the government has undertaken several measures for the sustained development of the Srinagar city which includes the See Ropeway on Pg. 11
from today Jammu, December 23:
In view of slippery condition of NHW-1A coupled with rain/snow fall and poor road condition and with a view to ensure safety and security of passengers on NHW-1A beside hassle free movement of load carriers especially in Lower Munda-Jawahar Tunnel, Ramsoo-Ramban and Patnitop sectors strict one way traffic will be in force on NHW-1A from December 24 till further orders. Under this system, one way traffic from Jammu to Srinagar and vice versa will be allowed on NHW-1A on alternate days. However, daily programmes regarding up and down movement of traffic after assessing the situation, weather/road See Traffic onPg. 11
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hands together and start a campaign against the adulteration in every food and medicinal production so that continuous pressure is kept on those private and even government concerns which are dealing in these food items as the people in Kashmir use lots of spices and medicine, even without the prescription of doctors hence it is imperative that there are checks and balances put in place so that the health of the people is not put to severe risks. It is also important that public awareness is created so that if any such act takes place, the people bring it to the notice of the authorities and persuade them to take prompt action. In this way the menace of adulteration will be curbed and the greedy elements will be kept in check. There is already a stringent law in place which has the provision of up to life imprisonment for those found involved in the heinous act of adulteration. The law says, “If any person whether by himself or by any other person on his behalf, imports into India or manufactures for sale or stores, sells or distributes,- (i) any article of food which is adulterated within he meaning of any of the sub-clauses (e) to (l) (both inclusive) of clause(i) of section 2; or(ii) any adulterant which is injurious to health; he shall, in addition to the penalty to which he may be liable under the provisions of section 6, be punishable with imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than one year but which may extend to six years and with fine which shall not be less than two thousand rupees; Provided that if such article of food or adulterant, when consumed by any person is likely to cause his death or is likely to cause such harm on his body as would amount to grievous hurt within the meaning of section 320 of the Indian Penal Code (45 of 1860), he shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than three years but which may extend to term of life and with fine which shall not be less than five thousand rupees.1 [(1AA) If any person is whose safe custody any article of food has been kept under sub-section (4) of section 10, tampers or in any other manner interferes with such article, he shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than six months but which may extend to two years and with fine which shall not be less than one thousand rupees.” This law needs to be invoked without any further delay so that nobody dares to indulge in producing spurious and adulterated medicines or food items.
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listed in the first week of February for hearing. Pertinently, the state government had on December 18, ordered an inquiry into the reports that an adulterated spice and milk manufactured by these companies were sold in markets across the state. Minister of Consumer Affairs and Public Distribution, Chaudhary Mohammad Ramzan had said random samples of spices and milk will be lifted from markets across the state which will be sent for forensic analysis to determine the nature of their contents
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Daily tungsten light. Also present at the launch function were Smt. Santosh Chowdhary, MoS (Health), A. H. Khan Chowdhury, MoS (Health), K Desiraju, Secy (Health), Sh Lov Verma, Secy (DAC), and senior officers of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and scientists.
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need for showing their mettle. He directed the executing agencies to ensure completion of the works within the stipulated time schedule. He asked the local youth to take benefits of the stadium once it is ready. In the first phase the volleyball and football fields would be constructed and in the second phase indoor stadium and cricket field would be made at a cost of Rs. 5crore. Earlier welcoming the Minister, Mr. Surinder Singh Channi thanked Mr. Tajfor taking keen interest in the development of Tral area. He hoped Mr. Taj would continue to do the same in coming times as well. He said Mr. Taj has already committed development works in the area to the tune of Rs. 20 crore. These works, he said, are set to change the development profile of the area. Despite inclement weather, people in good numbers had gathered to receive the Minister and listen to him. Former legislator, Haji Abdul Rashid also addressed the gathering. Secretary, J&K State Sports Council, Mr. DileepThusu and other officers of district administration were present on the occasion.
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road widening projects, construction of community halls in the city, upgradation of various schools including higher secondary schools, construction of bridges in the city besides a comprehensive project for developing the old city Srinagar on heritage pattern which would ensure that the tourist related activities pick up in this part of the state. “To augment the power system in the city, a comprehensive project has been formulated at an estimated cost of Rs. 669 crores, which would ensure that the electric supply is streamlined and the people get the requisite supply of the much needed electricity without any delay”, Mr. Sagar maintained. Mr. Sagar while referring to the statements of certain political parties said that they are constantly trying to mislead the people by spreading all types of lies and falsehood. He said that it is a recorded history that all the prestigious projects of the Srinagar city were put in cold storage when they were in power and now they are trying to create confusion in the minds of the people. ‘’The people of the State are smart enough to recognize
the developmental initiatives undertaken by the government for their welfare and betterment and would give a befitting reply to these parties in near future”, he added. The Minister for Tourism, Mr. Ghulam Ahmad Mir while speaking on the occasion highlighted the importance of tourism in elevating the socio-economic profile of the state and said that the industry has the scope of boosting the economic activities and providing the much needed employment opportunities to the youth of the state. Mr. Mir said that the ropeway would go a long way in promoting the tourism related activities in the area besides providing an alternative means of transportation to the old and disabled people who come to pay obeisance at the revered shrine of Makhdoom Sahib (RA). He said that the government has already undertaken the project of developing the area under the Naagar Nagar project so that a full tourist circuit is created in the area. The Ministers also inaugurated the Interpretation Centre, which show cases the rich history and culture of the state.
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condition will be communicated through TCU Jammu to all concerned on daily basis in the evening road strips. However, all kinds of passenger vehicles (bound for Jammu) are required to cross TCP Pantha Chowk by 1000 hours, Lower Munda (Qazigund) by 1200 hours and Jawahar Tunnel upto 1330 hours only for onwards journey towards Jammu. Moreover, the cut-off time for heavy vehicles (bound for Jammu) at L o w e r M u n d a (Qazigund) shall be 1300 hours beyond which no vehicle shall be allowed to proceed towards
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Lower Munda/Jawahar Tunnel for onward journey. Similarly, on alternate days, all kinds of passenger vehicles (bound for Kashmir from Jammu side) shall have to cross TCP Nagrota by 1100 hours and TCU Udhampur upto 1230 hours only. The cut-off time for heavy vehicles shall be 1200 hours at Nagrota and 1500 hours at TCP Udhampur, beyond which no vehicle shall be allowed to proceed for onward journey to Kashmir valley. Beyond the (abovementioned) cut-off, LMV’s, PSV’s etc. if any shall be sent back to their respective places and heavy vehicles will be parked on the side of the road, in an orderly manner. No vehicle, whatsoever shall be allowed to ply from opposite direction. This is to ensure that these vehicles cross the difficult area by or before the sunset. To get updates, the general public is informed to contact the Control Rooms at TCU Ramban (9419993745), TCU Jammu (2459048, 9419147732) and TCU Srinagar (01942450022) for the purpose.
Office of the Executive Engineer, Construction Division No. Ilnd, Srinagar Snow Clearance Stage Tender Notice
5th Fresh NIT No. 100/CDII/2013-14 Dated: 20-12-2013
1. For and on behalf of Governor Jammu and Kashmir State, sealed tenders affixed with Rs. 2.00 (Revenue stamps) are invited from the Registered P.W.D Contractor's of any class for the snow clearance of various roads falling under the jurisdiction Construction Division No. 2nd Srinagar on Annual Stage basis for the winter of 2013-14 as per the stage list herewith. 2. Tenders written on tender booklet forms issued by any Executive Engineer of any wing of the Public Works Department of Kashmir province will be received in the office of Superintending Engineer, PWD (R&B) Circle Sgr/Budqam on or before 28.12.2013 upto 2.00 P.M and will be opened by him on the same day or any other subsequent day convenient to the Superintending Engineer, PWD (R&B) Circle Sgr/Budgam.
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Office of the Zonal Education Officer Bandipora Corrigendum
The advertisement vide this office No. ZEOB/1534 Dated: 12/06/2013 regarding engagement of ReT under SRO 615-Edu of 2013 and 522 of 2013 Dt: 08/05/2013 for far flung areas of ST post of GPS Chountimullah, BMS Gojerpati Sumlar, UPS Shamthun be treated null and vide due to administrative/ technical reasons.
retirement age from 58 to 60 years. “We have resolved from the day one that we will fight for the rights of common people including the employees and we are committed for the same.” Sd/- Zonal Education Officer Commenting over the constitution of the 7th pay commisDIPJK: 11600 Bandipora sion in the centre, Soz said that once the recommendations are made for its implementation, the state Government of Jammu & Kashmir government will act accordingly but for now the employees here must work with the utmost sincerity and dedication for the Notice Inviting Tender people of the state. ”The time has not come that we would talk about the 7th pay Fresh NIT No: 96/Kup 6472-82 of 2013-14 e-tendering Dated: 01-12-2013 commission but once the centre implements it, the state will act accordingly. Hum abhi sae kiya bataen kiya hamarae dil mae hae (For why should we tell thee now, what lurks in our hearts?)”
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Diabetes and CVDs. Azad said that presently screening for cervical cancer is available only in the regional cancer institutes and medical colleges. He added that the equipment presently being used is expensive, as a result of which not many medical colleges can afford this equipment. This device, which will be much cost effective, will be first rolled out in the district and subdistrict community health centres (CMCs) and subsequently in the primary health centres (PHCs), he noted. As not all PHCs have lady doctors and nurses, staffing and training will form an important part of roll out paln, he stated. Dr. V M Katoch, DG, ICMR said that this will benefit a large number of women in the country and bring down the rates of morbidity and mortality due to cervical cancer, which is high at present as it is not detected in the early stages. Cervical cancer does not occur de-novo. It starts from certain pre-cancerous states/lesions called dysplasias and it takes about a decade for cancer to develop from precancerous lesions. Detection and appropriate treatment of pre-cancerous lesions will halt their progression to invasive cancers. He further stated that the accuracy and efficacy of the device has been evaluated through tests in five regions during the past two years. He also said that this device has a white light source with variable interchangeable magnification and it can be operated on 12 Volt battery in rural and semi urban areas where electric supply is not regular. Magnivisualizer has been found to pick up 1.5 times more High grade pre-cancerous and cancerous lesions than the ordinary
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Rs. 21 cr spent out of Rs. 29 cr earmarked for Yusmarg Dev: G.A.MIR
Rather for developing Yousmarg as tourism hub
being the land of Nund reshi, Sheikh destination. Noor-u-din wali. Tourism is a sure The hotel Kongposh of JKTDC shot way of bringing home socio- has come up with an expenditure of economic development and as long Rs 3.97 crores and consists of 22 suas tourism doesn’t link itself to local per deluxe rooms. “It is equivalent to activities, it’s spirit is lost”. Tak- a 4-star rated hotel and is one of the ing the occasion to aware locals about YOUSMARG, (BUDGAM) DE- various schemes of tourism departCEMBER 23:- “After travelling across ment, the minister encouraged locals the country and the world as well, to buy tourist coaches on which the department of tourism shall be givI have not spotted such a beautiful place but natives need to realize the ing them a subsidy of 50% and on an expenditure of Rs one crore on conimportance of this natural treasure and preserve this mesmerizing land- struction of hotels, Rs 30 lakh shall be scape, pleasant weather, Kashmiri provided by the department, hence urging them to create their liveliculture and above all the values of Kashmiriyat”, said Ghulam Ahmed hood by engaging in tourism related Mir, Minister for Tourism, after in- activities. Reminding them that Rs 29 crores had been earmarked for Yusaugurating Jammu Kashmir Tourism marg out of which Rs 21 crores have Development corporation’s Premium been spent already on constructing Brand Hotel Kong Posh at Yusmarg. huts, herbal garden, JKTDC hotel and The hotel was jointly inaugurated other landscaping. “Now is the time by the minister for tourism Ghulam to strengthen the hands of YousAhmed Mir and minister for Finance marg development authority by local and Ladakh affairs, Abdul Rahim Rather who also represents the area people’s participation, without which tourism can’t flourish”. Thanking the in state assembly. UPA government Lone Kangan at centre, Mr Mir Khan News Agency Ganderbal “This place has the News poten-Agency said thatSoura 12 development authorities tial to give competition of established Gulzar News Agency Zahid Book Depot Chadoora across the state wouldn’t have come premium brand of JKTDC which has touristic places and along with theAgency Tariq News Hawal Bashirbeen News Agency Nowhatta up without the support of central constructed keeping the local activities of adventure tourism like Muzaffar Ali News Agencyand Alamgari Bazar News Agency Chowk government all of them aimBudshah at architecture in mindLal and has been camping, trekking, hiking. The place to locals and deconstructed on environment friendly Abdullah Newsproviding Agency livelihood Lal Chowk Sikendar News Agency Lal Chowk can be explored for pilgrimage/relivelop Kashmir as a world class tourist Khyber at Gulmarg gious tourism, as it has Gupkari the reputeNews of Agency Lal Chowk Rainalines. NewsAfter Agency Gund Kanganthis
can very well be second in the premium properties in JK and first of its kind by JKTDC, informed Managing director JKTDC, Shamim Ahmed wani. Abdul Rahim Rather thanked
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Speaker reviews pace on dev works in Eidgah Srinagar
execution in Eidgah, Srinagar to ensure that these are completed in time bound manner. He also asked them to use funds in full and judiciously. Chairing a high level meeting of officers convened to review the pace of progress on different works for development of Eidgah, Srinagar here today, the Speaker asked the Jammu and Kashmir Project Construction Corporation (JKPCC) to furnish a detailed report
that Rs 4 crore project for installation of solar lights from Safakadal to Ali Masjid to Soura and other corridors have been formulated and forwarded to the Union Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, Government of India. The Director Floriculture Kashmir briefed the meeting about the works of beautification taken up by the department at the Sprawling ground. Mr. Gul directed for plantation
The meeting was attended by the Principal Secretary, Planning and Development Mr. B. R. Sharma, Secretary, Assembly M. Ramzan, Secretary Revenue Mr. Vinod Koul, Secretary, Housing and Urban Development Mr. Satish Nehru, Secretary, Waqaf Board Mr. G. M. Rather, CFC Mr. Ravi Mangortra, Managing Director, JKPCC Mr. T. R. Bhagat and other officers and engineers of various departments besides officers of Assembly Secretariat.
people of his constituency for braving sub zero temperatures and being present in huge numbers at the occasion. Reminding people that life was instilled in Yousmarg develop-
Gurezi reviews achievements of A&SH deptt Calls for sustained livestock growth by scientific methods JAMMU, DECEMBER 23: Stressing the need for sustained growth of livestock, the Minister of State for Animal and Sheep Husbandry Mr. Nazir Ahmad Gurezi Monday directed the Animal Husbandry department to prepare a comprehensive plan for construction of Liquid Nitrogen Plants (LNPs) at Kashmir and Jammu to ensure scientific preservation of Bull Semen. Chairing a meeting of officers of Animal Husbandry department convened to review the physical and financial achievements under different centrally sponsored schemes and working of the department here today, Mr Gurezi asked the officers to work with utmost dedication and honesty. Threadbare discussions were held on strengthening existing semen banks, import of semen straws, procurement of breeding bulls for natural service, manpower development and computerization. While discussing revenue accruals out of semen straw sale, the Minster directed them to prepare action plan for up gradation of breeding sheds at Ranbirbagh, Ganderbal. It was informed in the meeting that Liquid Nitrogen Plant, Shalteng, having production capacity of 1.25 lakh per year is used for preservation of bull semen.
Div Com reviews poll preparedness in South Kashmir districts
59th National School Games Volley Ball tourney concludes
Wani gives away prizes, trophies
Urges for expediting the issuance of EPICs ANANTNAG, DECEMBER 23: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Mr. Shalindra Kumar today visited South Kashmir district to assess the preparation made for the Parliamentary polls here today. Mr. Kumar while reviewing the arrangements being put in by the District Election Officers of Anantnag, Kulgam, Pulwama and Shopian districts directed for expediting the issuance of the EPICs to achieve the targets in full besides exhorted for celebration of National Voters Day to register maximum number of electorates. Div Com was also apprised about the steps being taken to update the voter lists and about the incorporation of young voters in the list. At Anantnag, it was given out in the meeting that out of total Draft Voters of 535140 in Anantnag, 498194 EPIC’s have been issued besides photographs of 461498 electorates have been made
available in the electoral rolls. It was also informed that out of total 20240 migrant voters, the photographs of 4721 electorates have been captured till date and 5000 registration forms have been distributed among the migrant voters of district Anantnag. It was also revealed that the final
publication of electoral rolls of both the districts will be published on January 06, 2014.Divisional Commissioner directed the concerned to make necessary arrangements for celebration of National Voters day on January 25, 2014 in which the best performing poll official and Booth Level Officers will be rewarded.
Mir tours Dooru, takes stock of people’s developmental needs, inspected projects Saifullah chairs Select Committee Meet
JAMMU, DECEMBER 23:
The meeting of the Select Committee of Jammu
and Kashmir Legislative Assembly on “the Jammu and Kashmir Private Security Agencies (Regulation)
Bill, 2013 (L.A. bill No.11 of 2013)” was held under the Chairmanship of Minister for Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Mir Saifullah here today. Threadbare discussion was held on various issues related to the Jammu and Kashmir Private Security Agencies (Regulation) Bill, 2013
(L.A. bill No.11 of 2013)”. Legislators, Nasir Aslam Wani, Yashpaul Kundal, Jugal Kishore and
Peerzada Mansoor Hussain attended the meeting and gave their valuable suggestions with regard to the bill. The Committee suggested to incorporate amendments in the Bill favouring the way for compensation Rs. 2.00 lac as ex-gratia relief to the next of kin of the deceased and Rs.50,000/for seriously injured in case of any incident while discharging their duties. Among others, Principal Secretary Home Mr. Suresh Kumar, Secretary Assembly Mr. M. Ramzan, Special Secretary Mr. M. R. Singh, Additional Secretary Law Mr. Achal Sethi and other officers of Assembly Secretariat attended the meeting.
ment authority only in the year 2009, when NC-Congress coalition took over the reins of state, he said that developmental activities need to be sustainable and scientific so that they don’t harm environmentally fragile places like meadows and water bodies and every step of infrastructural development needs to be taken carefully. “First developmental activity in infrastructure building is road network, which his constituency can boast of”,he said with great contentment. The Finance minister further said that Doodganga, Bargah and Nilnag are the adjoining places of tremendous natural beauty which need to be taken on touristic map of valley along with Yusmarg .Possibility of snow skiing should be explored in the area and Nilnag-Yusmarg cable car should be the next step in the development of the place. Mr. Rather said be it contemporary government at centre lead by Manmohan Singh or the forefathers of Indian National congress, the Congress party have always given special importance to Kashmir and the current coalition of NC-Congress at state level is an everlasting tie up of two secular parties which no communal party has the power to break.
JAMMU, DECEMBER 23– The 59th National School Games Volley Ball Championship for both Boys and Girls (U/14 years) concluded at MA stadium, today. The 5-day championship was organized by Department of Youth Services and Sports under the aegis of School Games Federation of India in which 42 teams of both boys and girls from 22 States across the country participated. Minister for Roads & Buildings and Mechanical Engineering Mr. Abdul Majid Wani was the Chief Guest, while as Minister of State for Youth Services and Sports Mr. Feroz Ahmad Khan was guest of honour at the concluding ceremony of the tourney. Highlighting the importance of games in life, Mr Wani called upon the budding youth to take active part in sports activities, saying that co-curricular activities are vital in harmonious development of youth. He hoped that the budding players that participated in the tournament would work hard to become ace players of the nation and bring laurel to the State and country while playing in national and international events. Mr. Feroz complemented the participants in the mega sports event calling upon them to be ambassadors of the state and carry forward the message of peace to their respective states. Director General, Youth Services & Sports Naveen Aggarwal said that a team would be selected from among these players who participated in the 59th National School Games for Volley Ball U/14 for both boys and girls, who will represent the country in the next Asian Games to be held in Vietnam.
Dr Abdullah calls on President of Nepal
India offers all assistance in Renewable Energy NEW DELHI, DECEMBER 23:India has offered all possible assistance to Nepal in developing its renewable energy resources. This offer was made by Dr. Farooq Abdullah, Minister for New and Renewable Energy when he called on the President of Nepal, Dr. Ram Baran Yadav at Kathmandu. Dr Abdullah was on a day-long visit to the Nepali capital.During the meeting the Dr Abdullah also conveyed the congratulations of the government of India on the successful conduct of the second constituent assembly elections in Nepal. Dr Abdullah also called on Mr Khil Raj Regmi, Chairman of the Council of Ministers of the Interim Election Government. During the meeting, Dr. Abdullah briefed him on the energy situation in India and the rapid growth of the renewable energy sector in India. He spoke of India’s plans to add significant amounts of renewable energy to its energy mix in the next 5
years. He also highlighted India’s conducive and investor friendly policy framework for promoting renewable energy in a big way. Dr. Abdullah suggested that Nepal had great had great potential for enhancing its use of renewable energy resources, particularly, hydro, solar and biomass and offered to provide all possible assistance for the purpose. Earlier, the Minister inaugurated the India INVESTRADE in Nepal-an exposition and buyer seller meet on the electrical equipment and energy sector. Speaking on the occasion, Dr Abdullah made a strong pitch for cooperation between the two countries to develop Nepal’s hydropower resources. Terming it a ‘win-win proposal’ he urged for a meaningful cooperation between the countries to ease the power situation. He also urged the Indian exhibitors who were part of INVESTRADE to work closely with their Nepali counterparts to help develop Nepal’s vast and untapped energy potential.
SRINAGAR | TUESDAY
24. 12 .2013
HOROSCOPE Aries
March 21-April 19
You might feel like doing something different today, Aries. Everyone needs a break from the regular grind and this is a good time to try something new. Perhaps you feel like varying your routine. If this is your day off, you might spend the day doing whatever strikes your fancy. Try a new wardrobe style. Go to a movie. Do something to spice up your life today.
Taurus April 20-May 20
Start your day writing in a journal, Taurus. This provides an avenue to communicate and connect with your inner being. Things you need to do, ambitions, and even challenges can appear while you’re writing, providing a map that you can follow. Even if starting is difficult, stick with it. The words will come if you give it a chance. It can make your day much easier.
Gemini May 21-June 21
You might find it hard to get going, Gemini. Taking direction could rub you the wrong way, especially if you’re set on doing something different. Communicate your ideas and how you want to approach things rather than let irritation get to you. Your approach will be better received if you leave emotions out of it. You may even get kudos for staying calm and collected.
Cancer June 22-July 22
You might feel cheerful and generous today, Cancer. Helping others will probably suit you, and matters will move along smoothly. If there are outstanding projects from earlier, tackle them first. It’s an opportune time to get caught up on challenges. Don’t hesitate to lend a hand if you’re approached or notice someone in need. This will benefit them as well as you.
Leo
July 23-August 22 Make an effort to connect with someone you miss today, Leo. Even if it feels painful at first, you’ll feel a lot better once you do. Pick up the phone, write a note, or send an email. Let the person know you miss and care about him or her. Expressing yourself is often far better than stuffing your feelings. The person may be missing you just as much.
Virgo
August 23-September 22
Today may be a time of heightened reasoning and judgment for you, Virgo. What a great way to get things done! Pull out unfinished projects and get going. Tackle issues or problems that have surfaced recently by facing them directly. Make the most of this day’s energy by thinking about ways to do things more efficiently. Be confident that you can handle anything.
Libra
September 23-October 23 Feed your mind today, Libra. The day’s energy supports growth and expansion, so why not see about learning about something you’re interested in? Challenge yourself by reading or taking a class. There are plenty of online subjects to engage you. Find something that interests you that you can do in your own time.
Scorpio
October 24-November 21 You’re more into socializing today than anything else, Scorpio. This could be great providing you don’t have a heavy workload. See who’s available and go for it. If you need to get something done, you’ll have to resist the temptation to chat too long. Use breaks for this and keep your focus on getting done what you’ve taken on. There’s always the evening to get together with friends.
Sagittarius November 22-December 21
You may find it hard to admit that you can’t do everything, Sagittarius. There are some jobs that you aren’t cut out to do. Why pretend when a better option would be to delegate the task to someone else? If you don’t feel a strong connection with something or someone, don’t force it. Pretending that you’re capable of something will only cause frustration for you and everyone else.
Capricorn December 22-January 19
Don’t be surprised if you’re pensive, Capricorn. It’s one of those days when daydreaming can happen more readily. Your imagination may also be at a peak. Rather than fighting this so you can be more productive, jot your ideas down. It may be to your advantage, as better and innovative ways of doing things can pop into your mind. Take time to ponder. It can bring great results.
Aquarius January 20-February 18
Chatting with your loved ones may be more appealing to you today than any other day, Aquarius. It may be important to curb this desire if there are many things that need your attention. If you’re at home, don’t spend all your time on the phone or loafing. Consider tending first to things that need to get done. Socializing will be far more enjoyable without guilty feelings about what you should be doing.
Pisces
February 19-March 20 Pisces, you can expect to feel a little more energetic today. In fact, you may run circles around everyone. What a great way to start the day. Head out with the confidence that you can easily handle anything that comes your way. Take time to enjoy the company of others as much as possible. If there are meetings on the agenda, handle them right away.
Editorial/Opinion The Daily
Zabarwan Times Tuesday, 24 December 2013
Spurious substandard pesticides fertilizers
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Untimely death to Agriculture sector ndia lives in villages and ninety per cent of the village population lives on agriculture. Whether it is rice, wheat, fruit or vegetables, all is grown and produced mostly in the villages. The latest techniques and innovations in the field of agriculture and horticulture besides other fields have revolutionized this sector. The productivity has increased manifold and the country has achieved self sufficiency in most of the agricultural sectors. However it is unfortunate that the same chemicals, fertilizers and pesticides used to tackle different diseases are harming the crops and are creating frustration in the farming community of the country and the state. The Jammu and Kashmir particularly the Kashmir valley which produces major portion of the fruits and a good production of paddy has been hit badly by this menace of spurious pesticides and fertilizers. Take the example of this year the pesticides and the sprays of different chemicals instead of controlling the diseases and helping to increase the productivity, have in fact damaged the crops whether it is fruit, paddy, maize or wheat. Due to this the production of the fruits in the most of the areas was reduced tremendously and whatever was produced was not of good quality as compared to the fruit imported from outside or produced within the country. If the situation remains the same and if government does not take concreter steps time will not be far away when the fruit industry will reach at the brink of death and if any fruit will be produced at all, it will have no market and no customer. Not only this fruit industry which earns a lot of money for the state as well as for the country will be totally wiped out because the farmers and fruit growers will shift to other professions and they will hesitate to cultivate fruit or other crops in their lands. The agriculture and horticulture departments have totally failed in their duties to check the spurious pesticides and chemicals and it is unfortunate that there is no mechanism in place as far as the government side is concerned. A lot of publicity is given to the steps for training of farmers and for creating a system which will halt the induction of substandard pesticides and fertilizers but on the ground nothing is being achieved or accomplished.
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Tuesday, 24 December 2013
ICE Core and Lakes in Antarctica T
he Antarctic Continent is the ture. The Processing facility has been NCAOR and Geological Survey of India sea shore. The lakes thus do not have rich coldest region on the earth. Most setup in -15˚C room fitted with special- (GSI), drilling program in Antarctica has flora and fauna, but their study helps to of the land here is buried ized pinewood and SS work tables. For progressed well. Cores of 65 m, 75m and unravel marine influence at some point of underneath masses of ice and snow. sub-sampling and slicing the ice cores 55 m have been retrieved from the time. Indian scientists are studying the ice core for various analytical measurements, continental ice and ice shelf respectively. Antarctic continent along with its to unravel history of geographical custom-made precision band-saw- Additionally, in order to obtain informa- surrounding ocean influences the climate features of the continent and to learn machines have been fitted on top of the tion on the modern environmental not just in the high latitudes but across various aspects of climate change due to work tables. In order to remove the signatures in the Antarctic snow, large the entire planet. The Polar Regions are environmental variations, volcanic contaminants from the ice core surface, number of surface snow samples are the first to be affected by changes in activity, signs of life etc. Two main microtome blades are used to remove collected and studied. The major ion climate, both in terms of rapidity and studies being done are Ice Core Study and the outer layers. Further processing and analysis of the ice core from DML region intensity. Among the various proxies that Lake’s Study. clean chemistry analyses are done in a in Antarctica has revealed the existence of archive the information on palaeoclimate, Ice Core Studies dedicated Class 100 Clean room facility. several volcanic events. Few are known the Antarctic lake sediments play a Locked up in its ice sheet at Antarctic is a Some of the analytical instrumentation such as Krakatau (1883), Tambora pivotal role in palaeoclimate investigarecord of the history of life and environ- facilities available at the Ice Core (1815), and Huaynaputina (1600) tions. The sediment cores retrieved from ment for the last several hundreds to Laboratory include are - A Quadrupole eruptions but the eruption of (1809) is t h e l a k e s h a v e b e e n u s e d f o r thousands of years. Ice cores recovered Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass unknown. Agung (1963) and Krakatau sedimentological, mineralogical, from polar ice sheets in general offers the geochemical and biological studies to best possibility of reconstructing the past decipher the climatic changes that have Antarctic continent along with its atmospheric composition. Several ice occurred in the immediate past in cores have been drilled from the ice Antarctica at different timescale. surrounding ocean influences the climate sheets covering Greenland and Antarctica A preliminary bathymetric map, estimaover the years. Records of past volcanic tion of the distribution, thickness and eruptions and accumulation rates of ice, stratigraphy of the sediments underlying not just in the high latitudes but across climatic and environmental changes, the lake etc., were obtained to aid in atmospheric and nuclear fallout, and solar the suitable coring sites and the entire planet. The Polar Regions are the locating and terrestrial variability for several conducting the overall basin analysis. thousands of years have been derived Acoustic techniques such as echo from ice cores. Considering potential of sounding for the depth variation in first to be affected by changes in climate, ice core for environmental and the lack of Priyadarshini Lake have revealed a data from the DML, India has made its maximum depth of 5.9m in the northboth in terms of rapidity and intensity. foray into Antarctic ice core research by eastern part of surveyed area of lake. Lake carrying out shallow drilling. sediment studies on the samples collected Ice Core Laboratory Spectrometer (ICP-MS) facility (1883) eruptions have harboured from marginal Antarctic lake in the The Ice Core Laboratory set up at equipped with an XII Series Thermo microbial cells, which suggests that Vestfold Hills of eastern Antarctic region National Centre for Antarctic and ICP-MS with collision cell technology volcanic ash particles could provide a have shown that both agglutinated and Oceanography Research (NCAOR) for (CCT) facility for high-sensitivity, ultra- significant micro-niche for microbes and calcareous types of foraminifera tests are the exclusive archival, processing and t r a c e e l e m e n t a l s t u d i e s ; I o n nanobes in the accreted ice. High- present in the 24 cm long sediment core. analysis of ice cores, is the first of its Chromatograph facility equipped with a resolution (sampling resolution: 9 The presence of the foraminifera and kind in the whole country and was m o d u l a r , r e a g e n t - f r e e I o n samples in year) studies on the stable grain size variation in low shelf water dedicated to the Nation in January 2005. C h r o m a t o g r a p h i n t e g r a t e d w i t h isotopes of Oxygen and Hydrogen from body clearly reflect marine influence in The major facilities established at the electrochemical suppressors for an ice core (IND-25/B5) recovered from the form of periodic marine incursions Ice Core Laboratory include: Archival analyzing trace level impurities of major the DML were used to understand that must have acted to change faunal facilities, Processing facilities and ions in the ice cores; Stable Isotope environmental variations in this region. composition in the past. As a part of Analytical facilities. The Archival Ratio Mass Spectrometer (IRMS) Results from the study have been multidisciplinary collaborative work on facility consists of two large freezer facility equipped with a GV Isoprime published in national and international palaeoclimate, five sediment cores have rooms with temperatures of -20˚C for system for high sensitivity analysis of journals and presented at various been subjected to various investigations. scientific archival of ice cores obtained the stable isotopes in dual inlet and conferences. Core logging, grain size analyses, mineral from Antarctica. In these rooms, high continuous mode. In addition to the Antarctic Lake Studies magnetic observations, geochemistry, grade Stainless Steel storage racks have above, the laboratory also has various The chilling temperature, lack of sedimentological and AMS dates (32,655 been fabricated for properly stacking ice analytical facilities like Electrical sunlight, little rainfall, inferior soil years BP) of the cores have yielded core storage cases. Ice cores are stored Conductivity Measurement (ECM) quality and lack of moisture account for significant results. Multiproxy biological in custom-made highly insulative facility, ultra-pure water purification scanty flora and fauna in lakes of data (pollen, diatom, other alga) generstorage cases made of Expanded Poly system, acid purification system, to Antarctica. But fur seals, blue whales, ated from sediments has been used for Propylene (EPP) to protect the ice cores name a few. orcas and penguins are found on the paleoclimatic reconstruction over polar from transient fluctuations in tempera- Under a collaborative project between periphery of the so called land mass near region.
Tagore-The Poet, Songwriter, Philosopher, Artist and Educator R
abindranath Tagore (1861-1941) was the youngest son of Debendranath Tagore, a leader of the Brahmo Samaj. Rabindranath Tagore was born in Calcutta into a wealthy and prominent family. His grandfather had established a huge financial empire for himself. Tagore received his early education first from tutors and then at a variety of schools. Among them were Bengal Academy where he studied history and culture. and then University College, London, where he studied law but left a year later for unlikeness of the weather. In his mature years, in addition to his manysided literary activities, he managed the family estates, a project which brought him into close touch with people and increased his interest in social reforms. He also started an experimental school at Shantiniketan where he tried his Upanishadic ideals of education. Tagore had early success as a writer in his native Bengal. With translations of some of his poems he became rapidly known in the West. In fact his fame attained luminous height, taking him across continents on lecture tours and tours of friendship. For the world he became the voice of India’s spiritual heritage, and for India, especially for Bengal, he became a great living institution. Although Tagore wrote successfully in all literary genres, he was first of all a poet. Among his fifty and odd volumes of poetry are Manasi (1890) [The Ideal One], Sonar Tari (1894) [The Golden Boat], Gitanjali (1910) [Song Offerings], Gitimalya (1914) [Wreath of Songs], and Balaka (1916) [The Flight of Cranes]. The English renderings of his poetry, include The Gardener (1913), Fruit-Gathering (1916), and The Fugitive (1921), Gitanjali: Song Offerings (1912), became the most acclaimed of them, contains poems from other works besides its namesake. Tagore’s reputation as a writer was established in the United States and in England after the publication of Gitanjali: Song Offerings, about divine
and human love. The poems were translated into English by the author himself. Tagore’s major plays are Raja (1910) [The King of the Dark Chamber], Dakghar (1912) [The Post Office], Achalayatan (1912) [The Immovable], Muktadhara (1922) [The Waterfall], and Raktakaravi (1926) [Red Oleanders]. He is the author of several volumes of short stories and a number of novels, among them Gora (1910), Ghare-Baire (1916) [The Home and the World], and Yogayog (1929) [Crosscurrents]. Besides these, he wrote musical dramas, dance dramas, essays of all types, travel diaries, and two autobiographies, one in his middle years and the other shortly before his death in 1941.
1900 he wrote seven volumes of poetry, Indian Literature. ‘Punishment’, a much including Sonar TarI (The Golden Boat), anthologized work, was set in a rural village. 1894 and Khanika, 1900 and Nashtanir, It describes the oppression of women (The Broken Nest) 1901, published first through the tragedy of the low-caste Rui serially. This was a highly productive family. His major theme was humanity’s period in Tagore’s life, and earned him the search for God and truth. rather misleading epitaph ‘The Bengali Between 1916 and 1941, Tagore published Shelley.’ 21 collections of songs and poems and held The Greatest writer in modern Indian lecture tours across Europe, America, literature, Bengali poet, novelist and an China, Japan and Indonesia. In 1924, he early advocate of Independence for India, inaugurated the Viswa Bharati University at Tagaore won the Nobel Prize for Literature Santiniketan, an All India Centre for culture. in 1913 for his collection of well-known Tagore was keenly aware of India’s sociopoems Gitanjali (Song Offerings). Two political condition under British rule. He years later he was awarded the knighthood, supported the Swadeshi movement and but he surrendered it in 1919 as a protest had been deeply influenced by the against the massacre in Amritsar. Tagore’s religious renaissance of 19th century India. influence over Gandhi and the founders of Tragically, between 1902 and 1907, Tagore lost his wife, son and daughter. But out of his pain emerged some of his most Tagore had early success as a writer in his tender work, including Gitanjali, published in 1910. Tagore remained a true native Bengal. With translations of some of patriot, supporting the national movement and writing the lyrics of the “Jana Gana his poems he became rapidly known in the Mana”, which is India’s national anthem. Tagore’s works are classics, renowned for their lyrical beauty and spiritual poiWest. In fact his fame attained luminous gnancy. He is remembered for his literary genius and Santiniketan remains a height, taking him across continents on flourishing institute. In Tagore’s own words, “The world speaks to me in colours, lecture tours and tours of friendship. my soul answers in music”. His profound symbolism, abetted by the free-flowing Tagore also left numerous drawings and modern India was enormous, but his nature of his verse, creates a universe of paintings, and songs for which he wrote the reputation in the West as a mystic has haunting beauty that expresses God’s music himself. perhaps mislead his Western readers to infinite love and humanity’s deep A dedicated educator, Tagore established a ignore his role as a reformer and critic of compassion for all things beautiful. school (1901) in his estate, Santiniketan, in colonialism. At the age of 70 Tagore took Known as “Gurudev,” poet Rabindranath Bengal, to teach a blend of Eastern and up painting. He was also a composer, Tagore was a proud inheritor of India’s Western philosophies. In 1921 his school settings hundreds of poems to music. spiritual heritage, to which he gave voice in was expanded into an international Many of his poems are actually songs, and his inimitable language. He was one of our university, Visva-Bharati. He also traveled inseparable from their music. Tagore’s noblest patriots and was always keen to and lectured throughout the world. Visva- ‘Our Golden Bengal’ became the national promote the welfare of his countrymen, Bharati, which was dedicated to emerging anthem of Bangladesh. His written educationally, economically and politically. Western and Indian philosophy and production, still not completely collected, He was a colossus who made an outstanding fills nearly 30 substantial volumes. Tagore contribution to the development of painting, education became a university in 1921. In 1890 Tagore moved to East Bengal (now remained a well-known and popular author music, dance and drama. He triumphantly Bangladesh), where he collected local in the West until the end of the 1920s. toured many countries of the world carrying legends and folklore. Between 1893 and Tagore’s short stories influenced deeply the message of renascent India.
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