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Srinagar, May 27: Three persons were injured in two separate road accidents across the valley. According to police statement issued to KNS, a Tata Sumo bearing registration number JK04B/7278 collided with a motorcycle bearing registration number JK01N/5243 at Chadoora in the jurisdiction of Police Station Chadoora, Budgam. In this accident the motorcyclist Muzaffar Ahmad Bhat son of Ali Mohammad Bhat resident of Kralpora, Chadoora got injured. The injured was shifted to Bone and Joints Hospital, Srinagar for treatment. Police has registered a case in this regard.Meanwhile, an unknown bus hit a motorcycle JK05/7027 driven by Jahangir Ahmad Bhat son of Ghulam Hassan Bhat resident of Supernagama Kralgund at Thokarpora Kralgund, in the jurisdiction of Police Station Kralgund, Handwara.

05 structures, Maruti car damaged in fire Srinagar, May 27 : Three residential houses, cowshed and a workshop were damaged in different fire incidents, last evening. According to a police statement issued to KNS, fire broke out in the workshop of Imtiyaz Ahmad Reshi son of Mehraj-ud-din Reshi resident of Botshah Mohalla, in the jurisdiction of Police Station Lal Bazar, Srinagar, resulting in damage to a Maruti car bearing registration number JK01C/9453. Fire was brought under control by fire tenders and Police. Fire broke out in the joint residential house of Mohammad Yaseen Sheikh and Manzoor Ahmad Sheikh at Peerpora, Shopian which engulfed the nearby house of Mohammad Shafi Magray. In this incident both the structures were partially damaged. Fire was brought under control by fire tenders and Police.

Inside story Policemen should attend welfare of their families: IGP Kashmir Srinagar, May 27: “While dispensing their noble duties policemen should not forget to attend to the welfare of their families and children, whatever time they get they should ensure to look after their children well and ensure their children don’t get into bad company or crimes”, this was stated by Inspector General of Police, Kashmir A G Mir while addressing the police personnel at a Darbar in Pulwama. According to a police statement issued to KNS, IGP Kashmir, A G Mir today held a police Darbar

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On Edit Page Leave behind the past bitterness, begin a new era Strange but a reality that on one side there was a lot of media hype and expectations attached with the arrival of Pakistan Prime Minister Mr. Nawaz Shrief in New Delhi to participate in the oath taking ceremony of Indian Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi and his subsequent meeting with him after the ceremony . However, disappointment, dejection prevailed when the news of firing at LOC was received. The firing clearly exhibited the intentions of certain vested interests who never want the two countries to forget their past

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India asks Pakistan to expedite trial of 26/11 Mumbai terror accused

Nawaz sharief wants to forget the legacy of mistrust May 27: India today asked Pakistan to expedite the trial of the accused in the Mumbai terror attack case and ensure their conviction. In a meeting with his Pakistiani counterpart Nawaz Sharif in New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi told him Islamabad must abide by its commitment to control terrorism emanating from its soil against India.

Modi-Nawaz meeting a good beginning but resolve Kashmir: HCJK

Srinagar, May 27: The Hurriyat Conference Jammu and Kashmir (HCJK) on Tuesday said that the Modi-Nawaz meeting is a good beginning but both the sides should focus on resolution of Kashmir instead of revolving round trade and commerce. Talking to KNS, Shabir Ahmad Shah, HCJK senior leader said: “The meeting that took place between Mr Narendra Modi and Mr Nawaz Sharif should not be for the sake of meeting but both the sides should See HCJK On PG 11.. Later, briefing reporters, Foreign Secretary Sujatha Singh said, during the meeting, Mr. Modi also expressed concern over terrorism. She said India's concerns over terror were clearly articulated during the meeting. Replying to a question whether Kashmir issue was discussed in Modi-Sharif meet or not, Ms Singh said that the Foreign Secretaries of both the countries will be in touch See India On PG 11..

Mirwaiz satisfied with Modi-Nawaz meeting: Terms formalizing dialogue a good beginning Srinagar, May 27 : Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, chairman Hurriyat Conference (M) on Tuesday expressed satisfaction over Modi-Nawaz meet saying that it is a good beginning to rejuvenate the frosty relations between the two estranged neighbours. Talking to KNS, Mirwaiz said: “It is a matter of satisfaction that the dialogue has been formalized that too on the occasion of swearingin ceremony,” the Hurriyat (M) chairman told KNS. Mirwaiz however, stressed that for any movement forward, Kashmir issues needs to be discussed between the two leaderships. See Mirwaiz On PG 11..

Jamaat terms Modi-Nawaz meeting a good beginning Srinagar, May 27: Jamat-e-Islami Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday termed the NawazModi meeting a good beginning but stressed that all such meeting can prove futile unless the resolution of Kashmir issue is discussed. Talking to KNS, Ameer-e-Jamaat, Mohammad Abdullah Wani said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s invite to all SAARC heads especially Pakistan See Jamaat On PG 11..

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Jitendra Singh takes U-turn Srinagar, May 27 : A day after Narendra Modi took oath as India’s 14th Prime Minster, BJP has again set the cat among the pigeons- stating that Article 370 is a ‘physiological’ barrier and process to repeal it has began. According to the details received by KNS, Lok Sabha MP from Udhampur and Minister of State in Modi’s cabinet Jitendra Singh Tuesday stated that the BJP has started the process of repealing Article 370 and that it is in the continuous talks with the stakeholders. Jitendera stated that the party has won more than half of the seats from Jammu and Kashmir and that repealing of Article 370 is an endorsement of BJP’s stand. However, later Dr. Jitendera Singh taking u-turn said that he has been misquoted and the controversy has unnecessarily been created. “Article 370 has become more like the psychological barrier. We have started the process of its repealing. We are talking to the stakeholders for the purpose,” said Jitendera Singh. Pertinently, earlier as BJP’s prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi while holding a public rally in Jammu stated that his party is ready to debate over the presence of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir. Modi’s comments generated heated argu-

Jitendra Singh's first statement creates furore Omar, Mehbooba reject the statement New Delhi May 27: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has reacted strongly to the statements made by MoS, PMO on repealing Article 370 in the state. He condemned the move saying, "Mark my words & save this tweet - long after Modi Govt is a distant memory either J&K won't be part of India or Art 370 will still exist" on Twitter. MoS PMO, Jitendra Singh on Tuesday came out with a controversial statement on the Article 370. Singh said that the government had started speaking to stakeholders to repeal the Act. "The process of repealing Article 370 has started. We are speaking to See Omar On PG 11.. ments in Kashmir with chief minister Omar Abdullah directly challenging Modi to discuss with him the relevance of Article 370that provides special status to Jammu and Kashmir in entire India. See BJP On PG 11..

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Constitutes SIT to unearth black money New Delhi, May 27: In the first decision after assuming office, the Narendra Modi government on Tuesday constituted a special investigative team (SIT) to unearth black money. The SIT will be headed by former Supreme Court judge M B Shah and will include Revenue Secretary, CBI and IB directors, Enforcement Directorate official, CBDT Chairman and RBI deputy governor. Former Supreme Court judge Arijit Pasayat will be the vice-chairman of the panel. The Supreme Court had last week granted the government one week to constitute the SIT for monitoring of all black money cases. "In the first Cabinet of the new government...in the light of the directions of the SC, we have constituted an SIT for unearthing black

money... This was an important issue for us," Law and Telecom Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad told reporters after a one-and-ahalf-hour long Cabinet meeting. Prasad said setting up of the SIT "indicates the commitment of the new government to pursue the issue of black money." He said that earlier, the Supreme Court had given certain orders, but there were some delays. "Tomorrow is the last date (for setting up of SIT), therefore the very first agenda in accordance with its policy commitment was to have this very high-profile SIT." According to a press release, other members of the SIT are Director General of the Narcotics Control Bureau, Director General of Revenue Intelligence, Director of the See Money On PG 11..

Srinagar, May 27: An Indian Air Force Squadron Leader and the pilot Saurab Raghuvansi died on spot after the MiG-21 fighter aircraft, which he was flying, crashed near Chakdar Madhama area of Sangam Bijbehara in South Kashmir’s Anantnag district on Tuesday morning.

Eyewitnesses told CNS that an Indian Air Force fighter aircraft was emitting a lot of smoke while flying in the air. “The smoke emitted by the air craft attracted the attention of lot of people who watched with naked eyes when it came down and crashed See Pilot On PG 11..

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‘Out of 194 injured protestors admitted in DHB, 75 injured due to pellets’ Srinagar, May 27: The ‘concern’ that painful pellets are proving perilous on Kashmiri protestors stands ‘permissible’ after it came to fore that alone in District Hospital Baramulla, 75 patients out of total 194 with pellet injuries were admitted in five odd months of the year 2010, 2011 and 2013. Among the 75 patients, one youth namely Abdul Gani Gogri son of Muhammad Ahsan resident of Lar Ganaora Rafiabad was brought dead on August 25, 2011 in District Hospital Baramulla. Gogri had received pellet injuries on left shoulder and left side of the chest. Ten cases of serious eye

injuries caused by the supposedly non-lethal weapon have also been confirmed by the District Hospital authorities. In an official reply to an RTI application filed by Abdul Manan Bukhari, legal cell head of Hurriyat (M), District hospital Baramulla administration has maintained that around 10 patients with pellet injuries in eyes were admitted in the hospital in five odd months of the year 2010, 2011 and 2013. “Out of the 10 patients with eye injuries, two were shifted to Srinagar for further management. One youth See RTI On PG 11..

Valley youth makes Kashmir proud Srinagar, May 27 : Emaad Muzaffar Makhdoomi son of Muzaffar Iqbal Makhdoomi ExAssistant Vice President J&K Bank Youth Icon & Grade XII student of Manav Rachna International School (Sec46, Gurgaon) has been conferred the 16th rank globally amongst the top 1000 world high school students at the 18th Felicitation Ceremony of the Global Student Entrepreneurs held at Dubai Conference Centre on 21st May 2014. According to KNS correspondent, the school has also been awarded with a cash prize of 30,000 UAE Dirhams for its remarkable contribution in promoting the cause of young leadership all over the globe. Emaad was also presented with an Apple MacBook Air and luxury travel sponsorship to Europe. Speaking at the event, Emaad said, See Valley On PG 11..

Tourist resort Gulmarg has now turned into garbage dump Authorities in slumber Srinagar, May 27 : The beautiful scenes of world famous tourist resort Gulmarag nowadays presents a shabby picture with the authorities caring little over the heaps of garbage being dumped on daily basis on the roadside. According to the reports received by KNS, no facilities are in place for the proper sanitation of the place that is considered as the hub of the tourist activities in valley. The inner roads of the tourist resort Gulmarag are also in the deteriorated conditions as no efforts are being made for the proper sanitation of the roads. According to the KNS cor-

respondent, though the government imposed ban on the usage of polythene in the state, it is ironical that more than 200 kgs of polythene are dumped in Gulmarg. Locals of the area also accused that the municipal authorities there dumb the collected garbage in the nearby forests- causing great damage to Kashmir’s green gold. Locals also stated that due to the forests being made as the dumping ground for the collected wastes, the bad smell and worse condition of the inner Gulmarag are not only damaging the forests but also could cause several deadly diseases in the area. See Tourist On PG 11..

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India to how best to move forward.She also said Mr Modi has accepted the invitation of all SAARC leaders including Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa to visit their countries. The meeting, which was held at Hyderabad House in New Delhi, lasted for about an hour. It came days after Indian consulate in Herat Afghanistan was attacked by terrorists which Afghan President Karzai has said was the handiwork of Lashkar-e-Toiba. The meeting was also held in the backdrop of continued ceasefire violations across the LoC in recent past. Mr Sharif visited historic Jama Masjid in Walled city. In an interview to a private TV channel, Mr Sharif said that he wants the two countries to begin with picking up threads from where he and Vajpayee left off in 1999. Mr Modi held bilateral discussions with leaders of other SAARC nations also. He met Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai, Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa and Maldivian President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom, Mauritius Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam and Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay, Nepal Prime Minister Sushil Koirala. Mr Modi also met Bangladesh Parliament Speaker Dr. Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury. Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, President Karzai, Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa, Mauritius Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam and Maldives President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom also held meetings President Pranab Mukkherjee. Meanwhile, Pakistan tuesday expressed its readiness to discuss all issues with India in a spirit of cooperation. Briefing media in New Delhi after his meetings with Indian leaders, Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif said, the two countries should overcome the legacy of mistrust and misgivings about each other. He said that Foreign Secretaries of both the countries will meet soon to review and carry forward bilateral agenda. He said, the goal of common good and development cannot be achieved without peace and stability in the region. Mr Sharif described his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi as constructive.

HCJK focus on resolution of Kashmir issue. Meetings that will focus on trade, travel and commerce will yield nothing concrete for the two countries unless heads of the two countries make Kashmir as a core issue on the agenda of their meetings,” Shah observed. (KNS)

Mirwaiz “It is also heartening that the foreign secretary level talks will also commence in near future,” the Hurriyat (M) chairman added. Mirwaiz also hoped that the foreign secretaries of two neighboring countries will take the dialogue process ahead in a positive direction. Pertinently, Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has termed his meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a 'good, healthy and constructive' one. “I had a very warm meeting with PM Narendra Modi,” Sharif said while briefing media persons after meeting Modi. He added: “We seek to pick up threads from Lahore declaration from where we left in 1999. Legacy of mistrust and misgivings have to be left behind. India and Pakistan have a common agenda of peace and economic stability. We agreed to review and carry forward our bilateral agenda.” The two sides also agreed to revive foreign secretary level talks in future. (KNS)

Jamaat prime minister Nawaz Sharif to attend his swearingin ceremony was a good diplomatic signal from Mr Modi. “Kashmir being a core issue which needs to be resolved should be focus of any meeting between the head of India and Pakistan or otherwise discussing trade, travel and other related issues only will prove a futile exercise,” Wani observed. The Ameer-e-Jamaat hoped that Modi led government with majority in the Parliament and Nawaz Sharif’s stable government in Pakistan provide a golden opportunity to resolve Kashmir. “I think Kashmir can never witness a cordial and conducive political atmosphere which is prevailing at present. The two sides India and Pakistan should seize this opportunity and resolve this long pending political issue in the region,” Wani remarked, adding that the meeting between Modi-Nawaz can be a good omen for Kashmiri people. (KNS)

BJP Omar later told reporters that Modi denied to debate with him about Article 370. “I was told that Modi is too busy for the debate on Article 370.” (KNS)

Omar the stakeholders," he said.Abdullah, an ally of UPA, who has been opposing the idea of repealing Article 370, said it was an irresponsible move by the new government. "So the new MoS PMO says process/discussions to revoke Art 370 have started. Wow, that was a quick beginning. Not sure who is talking. Mark my words & save this tweet - long after Modi Govt is a distant memory either J&K won't be part of India or Art 370 will still exist. Art 370 is the ONLY constitutional link between J&K & rest of India. Talk of revocation of not just ill informed it's irresponsible,” tweeted Omar. Article 370 specifies that except for Defence, Foreign Affairs, Communications and ancilliary matters (matters specified in the instrument of accession), the Indian Parliament needs the State Government's concurrence for applying all other laws. Thus the state's residents live under a separate set of laws, including those related to citizenship, ownership of property, and fundamental rights, as compared to other Indians. Rejecting the statement made by Dr Jitendra Singh that the 'process of repealing article 370 of the constitution of India had begun' and describing it as disruptive Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) today urged the Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, and BJP leadership to rein in the newly appointed minister

Zabarwan Times before his utterances cause serious damage. In a statement issued to KNS, here the party president Mehbooba Mufti said Singh should realise that his newly acquired position as a junior minister comes with some responsibilities and the Prime Minister should intervene to discipline him. "The PMO must clarify the statement to reassure the people of J&K that no mischief is on its way", she said. Mehbooba said the irresponsible utterances on Art 370 should stop immediately as these can have serious repercussions in J&K besides having the potential of spoiling the atmosphere of inclusiveness and peace that the inauguration of the new government at the center apparently aimed at achieving. She said on the one hand the Prime Minister spoke of inclusiveness and on the other a minister in his own office seeks to disrupt the effort at reconciliation by speaking out of turn on an issue that sends out highly negative signals to country's only Muslim majority state. The PDP president said Dr Singh should realise that this country is run under a constitution that is not subject to political priorities of any party and that the mandate to BJP does not mean anarchy that fiddling with constitution could result in. She said even though it is an established fact that Art 370 has acquired a permanent status in the constitution of India, it is not advisable even to open a debate on it keeping in view its crucial nature in the relationship between the state and the union. "The claim that winning a few seats gives someone the right to go against the constitutional scheme is fraught with serious dangers and the BJP leadership should make Dr Singh understand that fundamental fact" said Mehbooba. Mehbooba said it was a very positive note that the Modi had begun his tenure on by reaching out to neighbors including Pakistan and reiterating his commitment to Vajpayee's policies on Kashmir. But, utterances from loose cannons from the party could prove disruptive to the entire effort, Mehbooba said.

Pilot in an open field,” Rouf Ahmed said. An IAF official told CNS that the MiG-21 was on a routine training sortie when the incident occurred. According to an official IAF statement, "One MiG-21 aircraft crashed about 10 km short of Awantipore Airbase, pilot airborne from Srinagar, was on routine training sortie." According to reliable source, the pilot successfully ejected out of crashing jet but unfortunately fell on nearby hightension line and was electrocuted. "A Court of Inquiry has been ordered to investigate into the cause of the accident (MiG-21 Aircraft crash)," the IAF statement added. Reports said that soon after the crash a police team, headed by additional SP Anantnag, reached the spot and the security forces cordoned the area in minutes of the crash. A search operation was launched as the security forces believed that there would be two pilots on board the jet. However, soon it became clear from the IAF base in Srinagar and Awantipore that there was only one pilot on the jet. The body of the pilot was recovered and carried to an IAF base. Omar Abdullah took to twitter to pray for the safety of the pilot and the people on the ground. He expressed his condolences to the bereaved family of the pilot and suggested that the Centre should address the defence procurement issue of the armed forces at the earliest. "Not entirely disconnected from today's crash the new Govt needs to sort (out) defence procurement issue for Navy, Air Force & Army ASAP," he wrote on twitter. (CNS)

Valley “I believe that time has come when we, in this 21st century, realise and recognise the power and ideology of youth, so that they are able to lead the world tomorrow.” In the past also Emaad has won laurels in different parts of the world like United States of America, Germany and New-Zealand. In a statement issued by the management of MREI led by Dr. Prashant Bhalla, Chancellor and Chairman of MREI, said: “The entire Manav Rachna family joins in celebrating the out-

standing performance of Emaad at various International Forums. He has not only made the school proud, but has also made our country proud. We will extend our full support in all his future endeavours.” (KNS)

Money Financial Intelligence Unit, Director of the Research and Analysis Wing and a Joint Secretary in the Central Board of Direct Taxes. It stated that the SIT has been charged with the responsibility and duties of investigation, initiation of proceedings and prosecution in cases of Hasan Ali and other matters involving unaccounted money. The panel will have jurisdiction in cases where investigations have commenced, are pending, are awaiting to be initiated or have been completed. The SIT will prepare a comprehensive action plan, including creation of an institutional structure that could enable the country to fight the battle against unaccounted money. It should report on the status of its work to the court from time to time, the statement added.

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SHRC recommends Rs 12000 for Imams, Rs 8000 for Muezzins

Srinagar, May 27: The State Human Rights Commission (SHRC) has recommended a minimum salary of Rs. 12,000 to each Imaam, Naib Imaam and Rs. 10,000 to Muezzins and Rs. 8000 to other persons who are performing their religious duties as fulltime job. SHRC has said that in view of the law governing the subject laid down by the Supreme Court and to protect the life and dignity of Imaams, the Commission feels duty bound to recommend to the State Government, J&K Muslim Wakaf Board and all other Heads of Auqafs and Mohallas in the J&K to at least maintain and pay a minimum salary to other persons who are performing their religious duties as fulltime job.

college by 31st of May 2014, failing which their deputation to College of Education for undergoing B.Ed Course shall be deemed to have been rescinded in their favour, abinitio.

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Reports informed that Gulmarag Development Authorities (GDA) in the previous year had given contract to the private firm for the maintenance of sanitation in Gulmarag. During the ongoing year, no such task has been given to any firm- changing Gulmarag virtually into a dumping ground. Despite the fact that GDA had to issue tender for the issuance of contract for sanitation, the authorities at GDA while shrugging shoulders stated that no company approached them for the contract till date.

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namely Muzamil Qayoom son of Abdul Qayoom resident of Sheeri Baramulla, who suffered pellet injuries to his left eye on February 12, 2013 has lost the vision of his left eye and for further treatment we referred him to SMHS hospital Srinagar,” reads the reply to the RTI query. The RTI query according to CNS further revealed that patients with open globe injuries were subjected to surgeries. “Touseef Ahmed Khan son of Muhammad Amin resident of Kakar Hamam Baramulla who was injured on March 7, 2013 was referred to SMHS hospital for ophthalmic consultation. The patient has pellet injury in his eye lid. Srinagar, May 27 : “While equipments, a dining hall Similarly another patient namely Muhammad Youdispensing their noble du- and cricket net practice fasuf Chana son of Muhammad Ismayel of Armpora Soties policemen should cility for the jawans and the pore was admitted under MRD number 0004701 in our not forget to attend to the youth of District Pulwama. hospital. The youth was injured on December 19, 2010 welfare of their families IGP held a Darbar for the and suffered multiple pallet injuries on legs and aband children, whatever police personnel where in domen and had deep injury in right leg. The patient time they get they should the police personal put forwas given blood transfusion, but got pulmonary,” ensure to look after their ward their problems, the reads RTI query adding that most of the injured were children well and en- IGP gave a patient heardischarged from the hospital after treatment. sure their children don’t ing to them and assured The applicant Abdul Manan Bukhari according to get into bad company or them that their problems CNS had sought the information about the total numcrimes”, this was stated will be redressed at the ber of injured protestors admitted in DH Baramulla by Inspector General of earliest. from 2010 to 2013. However, the hospital administraPolice, Kashmir A G Mir While addressing, the tion provided information about those injured adwhile addressing the po- Jawans IGP said that the mitted in the said hospital for the few months of the lice personnel at a Darbar police personnel should year 2010, 2011 and 2013. The RTI query reveals that in Pulwama. stand firm in their comfrom 9 February 2013 to 11 March 2013, 91 patients According to a police state- mitment to maintain peace were admitted in District Hospital Baramulla alone ment issued to KNS, IGP and to curb the crime in our among which 40 patients were having pellet injuries. Kashmir, A G Mir today society. He said that curb“During the same period two youth namely Rayees held a police Darbar during ing drug addiction and Ahmed Shiekh son of Bashir Ahmed resident of Chohis visit to District Police immoral activities that gal Handwara and Imran Rehman Sofi son of Abdul Lines, Pulwama. On his ar- are posing a challenge to Rehman were admitted in the hospital with bullet rival the IGP inaugurated our society, needs to be injuries,” Medical Superintendent District Hospital a state of art Gymnasium fought collectively by all Baramulla replies. The information sought under that is equipped with latest segments of our society . RTI further reveals that from 31 July 2010 to 21 November 2010, at least 89 patients were admitted Government ofJammu & Kashmir with different injuries out of which 9 protestors with bullet injuries were admitted on a single day in August 31, 2010. Subject:- Deputation of In-service Lecturers/Teachers for nomination/ deputation for “One out of the 9 injured B.Ed Correspondence/Regular courses at the University of Kashmir and College of Eduprotestors, identified as cation Srinagar during the session 2014. Javid Ahmed Teli son NOTIFICATION Ghulam Muhammad of Whereas 192 In-service desirous teachers of the Department were deputed to undergo Baramulla was referred B.Ed Regular Course at the College of Education Srinagar during the session 2014 vide to SKIMS where he died.” this office Order No. 251-DSEK of 2014, dated 12.04.2014; The RTI query further Whereas the Principal College of Education Srinagar vide communication dated reveals that on 25 August 2011 four patients were 07.05.2014 communicated that the following 30 deputees failed to join the course/ College admitted in the hospiand requested for issuance of necessary orders for filling up the resultant seats; tal with pellet injuries Whereas the deputees were supposed to join the College by 25th April 2014 but even among which one of the as on date they fail to do so, which reveals that they are not interested to undergo the said youth namely Abdul course; Gani Gogri succumbed to Now therefore these 30 deuptee/teachers are given last opportunity to join the course/ his injuries. (CNS)

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Terms and Conditions 01. The Tender address to the Exe. Engineer, Construction Division Kashmir J&K State Sports Council, Bakshi Stadium, Srinagar should reach this office on or before 09/06/2014 upto 2 PM by Registered and Speed post only. 02. The tender document can be had from the office of the Exe. Engineer J&K State Sports Council Srinagar Bkshi Stadium against cash payment of Rupees quoted above (Non Refundable) during office hours upto 2PM from 26/05/2014 to 04/06/2014 on the production of valid registration card duly renewed by the competent authority and necessary sales tax clearance certificate or requisite class and CDR for the said amount and pledged to the Executive Engineer, J&K State Sports Council. 03. The tenders will opened on 09/06/2014 after 2PM or any later date convenient to opening authority in presence of the contractors or their representatives whosoever whishes to be present. 04. The rates quoted shall be quoted with adhesive e/transparent tape otherwise the tenders shall be rejected. Items wise rate quoted by the tenders on the prescribed rate list both in words and figures. 05. Release of CER shall not be accepted if so tenders shall be rejected. 06. Sales tax/Services Tax admissible under rules shall be deducted from the running bills. 07. Tenders bearing rates beyond the advertises units of prescribed rate list shall be straight way rejected. 08. Penalty of Rs. 500/- per day shall be imposed up to the ceiling of 10% of the total cost of work for any delay in completion time. 09. The tenders should be in a sealed covers and envelope should aslo carry the legible postal address of the contractor on which the correspondence shall be conducted. The name of the work due dated should be mentioned in envelope. Sd/- Ex. Engineer Construciton Division Kshmir DIPK NO. 925 J&K State Sports Council Srinagar

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Mohammad AH

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BHSS Pulwama

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Muzafar Ahmad Koka

UPS Karamulla, Pulwama

Ab,. Rashid Sofi

HS Managam, Baramulla

Gh. Mohd. Shah

UPS Batnad Kupwara

Gh. Hassan Sheikh

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Hina Aslam Khan

PS Dar Mohalla Habak

Mohd Afzal Laway

MS Ahmadabad. Kulgam

Arshid Hussain Malik

BMS Nahan-B, Bandipora

Mehbooba Maqbool

BMS Saloora, Ganderbal

Tanveer Akram Khan

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BPS Chutwan, Kupwara

Shabir Ahmad Lofte

MS Masjid Angan, Baramulla

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Rashid Ahmad Dar

MS Chakarpora, Budgam

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Ab. Hamid Bhat

MS Solina, Kupwara

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Mohd Arif Tantrya

BHS Kuligam, Kupwara

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Nazir Ahmad Sheer

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Gh. Ahmad Rather

PS Hiller, Anantnag

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Syed Shafiq Ahmad

HS Mag am, Anantnag

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Showkat Hussain

BMS Jabla Baramulla

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Ashiq Hussain Ward

HS Zampathn, Shopian

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Tariq Ahmad Thoker

MS Keller, Shopian

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Moham.rnad

HS Lankerchey, Kargil

163

Gh. Mohammad

GHS Sankoo, Kargil

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Altaf Ahmad Khan

MS Mulnar, Srinagar

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Sd/- Personal Officer Director School Education Kashmir

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Towards self reliance in power:

10000 MW Power being added within 13th FY Plan: Rather under RAPDRP scheme. “Besides, Nagam thereby benefiting 13 villagall the un-electrified villages in the es including Hafroo, Loolipora, Narstate shall be electrified at a cost of pora, Brinjan, Brarigund, Buzgoo, Rs.954 crore under RGGVY during Ledan, Gojipathri, Nilnaag, Baarowa the current year,” Mr.Rather said and Badipora. M. Rather said that exadding that all the damaged transformers shall also be replaced this ploitation of state’s huge hydel year.Addressing a mammoth public power potential to the optimum gathering after laying foundation level is the present Government’s stone of Rs. 3.00 crore receiving sta- top most priority adding that about tion at Nowpora in Charar-i-sharief 10000 MW power is being added NOWPORA (CHADOORA), MAY constituency, the Finance Minister during the 12th and 13th five year 27-: Reiterating Govt’s resolve to said that setting up of the receiving plan. “Of this, power projects with make the state self-sufficient in station will be a big leap forward to- a total capacity of nearly 900 MW power, the Minister for Finance wards streamlining the power sys- stand commissioned during the last and ladakh Affairs, Mr.Abdul Ratem in the area which will ensure five years which include 450 MW in him Rather today said that variimproved and scheduled power state sector (approx.) and 450 MW ous projects have been firmed up supply to about 13 villages in the in the central sector (approx.),” Mr. to add about 10000 MW power by vicinity. He said that the receiving Rather added. He said the power the end of 13th five year plan. He station, when completed and com- projects commissioned under state said Rs.1900 crore are being spent missioned will divest a good chunk sector include 450 MW Baglihar-1, to modernize the power distribuLone News Agency Kangan Khan 0.5 News Agency Ganderbal of load from existing receiving staMW Bhaderwah ( 3rd unit), 1.5 tion system and to reduce T&D loss Gulzar News Agency ZahidMW BookPahalgam Depot Chadoora tions ofSoura Charar-i-Sharief, Kanira and 3rd unit and 1.26

Lays foundation stone of receiving station at Nowpora, All damaged transformers being replaced

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MW Sanjak whereas power projects commissioned in central sector include 120 MW Sewva -2nd , 240 MW Uri-2nd, 45 MW Nimu Bazgo and 44 MW Chutak power house. “In addition, 3 power projects have also been completed under IPP Mode which include 7.5 MW Branwar, 10 MW Tangmarg and 15 MW Rajnala Dunandi power projects”. Elaborating further, Mr. Rather said implementation of 4 new power projects with a total capacity of 1400 MW has been started which include 850 MW Rattle, 450 MW Baglihar-2nd, 7.5 MW Parnai and 48 MW Lower Kalnai. The Finance Minister said that improvement of HT/LT has been launched at a massive scale during the current year for over all streamlining of the distribution sys-

Tariq News Agency Hawal Bashir News Agency Nowhatta Muzaffar Ali News Agency Alamgari Bazar News Agency Lal Chowk Divisional Tae-Kwon-Do Cup 2014 concludesBudshah at Chandilora Abdullah News Agency Lal Chowk Sikendar News Agency Lal Chowk Gupkari News Agency Lal Chowk Raina News Agency Gund Kangan Khan News Agency Regal Chowk Rashid News Agency Dalgate Sheikh News Agency Hyderpora Hilal News Agency Budgam Lone News Agency Tangmarg Bhat News Agency Chadoora Bhat News Agency Magam Zargar News Agency Kunzar Newssports Agency Beerwah TANGMARG, MAYDar27: develop sense of disci- volvedBashir in the News sports Agency activities.Sumbal Brucelee’s Institute of Martial pline, team Safapora spirit and power He exhorted to Pattan SRINAGAR, MAY 27: In Reshi News Agency Saleem upon Newsyouth Agency connection with celebration Arts Club Budgam organized of quick decision among the take part in sports activities, Basharat News Agency Bandipora Reyaz News Agency Pampore of Mehraj-ul-Aalam, the Is3-day Divisional level Taesportsmen, besides build adding that this would go a Altaf News Agency Pulwama Javaid News Agency Qazigund lamic Educational Institute, Kwon-Do Cup- 2014 at Hanfistrong body and mind. The long way in their harmonious Gulshanabad, Hyderpora orG.M News Agency Sopore ya Modal High School, Jeelani News Agency Baramulla development. “Only ganized a function in which Chandilora concluded Shah News Agency Kupwara a healthy Sultan Newsgeneration, Agency Handwara Minister for Higher Education this afternoon. both physically and Younis News Agency Langate Sheikh News Agency Islamabad Mr. Mohammad Akbar Lone As many as 250 mentally, can face the Three Way News Agencywas Tralthe chief guest. students from 14 Reshi News Agency Islamabad impending challenges Speaking on the occasion, Badru News globalized Agency Bijbehara schools and clubs of Turray News Agency Tral of today’s the Minister highlighted varithe area participated Rahi News Agency Kulgam era” Mir added. Malik News Agency Arwani ous aspects of life of Prophet during the champion- Rah News Agency Byepass Mr. Mir said that Kargil Shaheen News Agency Mohammad (SAW), saying

IEI celebrated MEHRAJ-Ul- AALAM

Strive hard to achieve the success: Mir to youth

ship. RMP School Magam won the winner’s trophy. Minister for Agriculture Production, Mr. Ghulam Hassan Mir was chief guest and the Deputy Inspector General of Police Baramulla-Kupwara range Mr. Mushtaq Sadiq was the guest of honour on the concluding day of the Championship. Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Ghulam Hassan Mir said that

Physically and mentally sound people make a healthy and harmonious society, he added. The Minister stressed the need for popularizing sports culture in the state so that more and more youth get in-

2nd Tae-kwon-DO Championship being held in August: Lone

the Government has taken various projects for creation and upgradation of sports infrastructure to facilitate the enthusiastic spots persons at District and Tehsil levels. The Minister stressed upon the youth in general and students community in particular that they should strive hard for obtaining quality education so that they could compete at international and national levels.

23 schemes involving Rs. 103 cr completed under PMGSY in Kargil District: Feroz SRINAGAR, MAY 27- As many as 23 road connectivity schemes by utilizing Rs. 103.85 crore with an aggregate length of 157.54 km providing road connectivity to 16 habitations stands completed up to March, 2014 under Prime Minister’s Gram Sadak Yojna (PMGSY) in the Kargil District.This was revealed at a meeting of officers convened to review the progress of works taken up in Kargil district especially in Zanaskar Sub Division under PMGSY here today.The meeting was chaired by Minister of State for School Education, Science and Information Technology Mr. Feroz Ahmad Khan.The Minister, noting that there is limited working season in the region asked the concerned authorities of Prime Minister’s Gram Sadak Yojna (PMGSY) to accelerate the pace of work on construction of roads so that con-

nectivity schemes launched in the area get timely completed for the benefit of the people. Mr. Feroz said that the completion of the road projects taken up in hand would provide easy accessibility to the people of the area besides promote trade and business activities in the area. He also asked the concerned for taking up projects of public importance on priority in the area. The Minister directed for early taking up and completing the work on Damsane to Achambore stretch on SankooPanikhar road owing to very limited working season and the people having no alternative road communication in the area.The meeting was informed that as many as 49 schemes were sanctioned from Phase-III to IX at a cost of Rs. 179.04 crore for constructing 204.80 km road length. Out

Railway minister Sadananda Gowda’s brother a station master MANGALORE: DV Sadananda Gowda, the union railway minister, has an interesting connection with his portfolio -his youngest brother DV Suresh, 52, is the station master at Nandikoor, near Mulki, about 35km from Mangalore. Suresh said: “It seems like magic. I cannot believe it. He told me on Sunday he’d get a cabinet berth but didn’t say which portfolio he will get.” After completing his BCom at Vivekananda College, Puttur, Suresh appeared for the Railway Recruitment Board examinations and was appointed assistant station master of Hubli in 1985. “I was looking for a job and writing competitive examinations. I passed the RLB exam and that’s how I landed in the railways,” says Suresh. In 2008, on deputation for Konkan Railways, he arrived at Nandikoor station. He married Chethana in 1996, and has two children, Swastik, who his doing first-year engineering at MITE, Moodabidri, and daughter Shravika, who is in Class X. “I don’t expect anything from my brother for myself. Even when he was an MP, MLA and chief minister, I did not ask for any personal favours, and he also does not like my asking them. All I’d like is for him to work for the good of the people,” he said.

tem adding that Rs.1 crore has been allotted to each district under this scheme for replacing damaged and sub-standard electric poles. The Minister assured the people that no stone will be left unturned to redress the genuine grievances of the people adding that renewed efforts will be made to give impetus to the developmental and welfare programmes in the coming days all over the state. District Development Commissioner Budgam, Mr. Khurshid Ahmad, Development Commissioner Power, Mr. Asgar Ali Majaz, Chief Engineer M&RE Kashmir, Mr. B. A. Khan , SSP Budgam, Mohammed Irshad Khan, Xen PDD Budgam, Mr. Farooq Ahmad, Xen PHE Chadoora , Xen R&B Chadoora, concerned officers and Engineers were also present on the occasion.

of these 49 schemes, 45 were new connectivity schemes, 2 were up-gradation schemes of existing roads and 2 bridges. In addition to complete 23 schemes under PMGSY, an aggregate length of 40.11 km has also been macadamized utilizing Rs. 26.75 crore in the district during the same period, the meeting was informed. The meeting was further informed that the Detailed Project Reports of 22 schemes amounting to Rs. 270. 25 crore for construction of 206.69 km road length in Kargil district has been submitted to National Rural Roads Development Agency (NRRDA) for approval and funding.Among others, Councillor LAHDC Kargil, Taisuru Syed Abbas Rizvi, nominated Councillor of Zanaskar Mr. Tashi Punchuk, Chief Engineer PMGSY Kashmir Mr. Vimal Tickoo.

that the speeches, messages and teachings of Prophet Mohammad (SAW) on human love, brotherhood and kindness have universal acceptance and relevance. Mr. Lone said that the students need to acquire traditional education along with the education relating to Science and technology. Later, the Minister distributed the certificates among the students participated in First Kashmir Gold Cup Tae-

HOROSCOPE Aries

March 21-April 19

Don’t discount your ability to be extremely resourceful if you need to be, Aries. If you don’t have everything you need or all of the required information, take time to think. Who can you ask? What places can you access? Who might know where you can find what you need? Rather than panic because the pieces aren’t all there, instead make a list of contacts and go for it. Trust in yourself.

Taurus April 20-May 20

Try not to let today’s blues get you down, Taurus. While it’s true that some days can seem to drag on, the busier you are the faster time will pass. Get down to finishing any work still before you and then make plans for tonight. If there’s a light at the end of the tunnel, not only will things seem to speed up but you’ll feel better knowing it’s coming.

Gemini May 21-June 21

Dare to be different, Gemini. It can be so easy to fall into a drill. Sleeping at the same time, eating at the same time, wearing the same style, and going about work the same way day after day. Before you know it, you feel like you’re in a rut. The only way to get away from this is to make a decision to break free by doing something unique. Try a new haircut. Wear colors that are unusual for you. If the need is there, consider a new career. Pursue expansion.

Cancer June 22-July 22

If your lifestyle is considerably different than that of others, resist feeling self-conscience about it today, Cancer. Try to remember that you chose the life you have for specific reasons. Even if you’ve come to a point where you’re considering a change, there’s no need to feel badly, ashamed, or embarrassed about where you are now. Everyone has to make his or her own way. If this conforms to the norm, that’s fine. If it doesn’t, that’s fine, too.

Leo

July 23-August 22 An enhanced feeling of determination could motivate you today, Leo. Finish the things that aren’t complete and make some plans for this evening. Don’t hesitate to take on something that feels complicated or big. Chances are you’ll be able to handle most anything and it will feel great when it’s finished. Enjoy your day by making the most of opportunity. kwon-DO Championship held in Sher-i-Kashmir indoor stadium in November 2013. The Minister said that 2nd Kashmir Gold Cup Championship in Tae-kwonDO of international level would be organized in the Month of August. The 4-day championship would commenced from August 26, 2014 in Srinagar in which

participants from Sri-Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh and Malaysia are expected to be participate. Among others, Deputy Commissioner Budgam, Additional Deputy Commissioner, superintendent of police, Chairman Islamic Educational Institute, President JKFTA, besides religious scholars were also present.

Government of Jammu and Kashmir

Office of the Executive Engineer Mechanical Hospital and Central heating Division Srinagar

(Telefax No: 019-2496089, e-mail id xenmhchdk@yahoo.in) NIT No: MHCHD.TS/2014.15/17/e-tendering Dated: 21.05.2014 For and on the behalf of Governor of Jammu and Kashmir State e-tenders are invited on item rate based from the original equipments or their authorized dealers/ representatives, Registered/ reputed and experienced agencies/ firms for the below mentioned works: Name of work

28. 05 .2014

Est. Cost (Rs in lacs) 85.50

Cost of T/ Doc (In lacs) 2000

E/Money (In lacs)

Time of Completion (in months) 3 months

Position of funds

Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of 171000 Submitted/ Fire Fighting System at District Court Complex, MoDemanded minabad Srinagar 1. The tender document consisting of qualifying, eligibility criteria, specification, Bill of quantities (B.O.Q), set of terms and conditions of contract and other details can be seen/downloaded from the government website www.jktenders.gov.in from 21.05.2014 (16.00 hrs) 2. The pre-bid meeting of bidders whosoever wish to remain present for the same would be held on 04.06.2014 at 11.00 hrs in the office of superintending Engineer, Mechanical Circle, MED, Srinagar 3. Hard copies of the Cover-I including demand draft on account of cast of tender document & earnest money shall be submitted in the office of the superintending Engineer, Mechanical Circle, MED, Srinagar on or before 11.06.2014 (16.00 hrs) 4. The bidders shall deposit their bids in electronic format on the above website from 04.06.2014 (16.00 hrs) to 10.06.2014 (16.00 hrs) 5. The bid uploaded on the website upto due date and time will be opened on 13.06.2014 (11.00 hrs) in the office of superintending Engineer, Mechanical Circle, MED, Srinagar DIPK: 955 Xen MHCHD, Srinagar

Government of Jammu & Kashmir

Office of the Chief Executive officer Agriculture Produce Market Committee Kulgam TENDER NOTICE

For & on behalf of Agriculture produce Market Committee F&V Market Kulgam sealed offers affixed worth Rs.20/- stamps & accompanied with CDRV FDR of Rs.5000/- addressed to the Chief Executive Officer or Secretary APMC Kulgam are invited from the interested parties for outsourcing of canteen housed in the administrative block of F&V Market Kulgam with following specifications; 1. Dining hall of size 18”X23” feet./ 2. Kitchen of size 13X9 feet. 3. Attached bath room of size 6X8 feet. The offers are invited from interested parties for the year 2014-15 w.e.f. 01 -07-2014 to 31-03-2015 which shall reach to the office of the U/sd. by or before 16th of June 2014 up to 1:00 P.M in person or through registered / speed post .The tenders shall be opened on the same day at 1:30 PM. The other terms & conditions are as under; i. The minimum reserve bid is Rs.50000/2. The successful bidder has to charge rates as per the following rate list/; i. Rice per plate = Rs.20/- ii. Meat /Rista one piece =RS.30/- iii. Dal / Vegetable per plate = Rs. 15- iv. Tea namkeen / lipton with two slices or one routi = Rs. 10/3. The successful bidder has to undergo agreement with the Secretary of APMC F& V Market Kulgam and deposit the entire bid amount at the time of the execution of the agreement. 4. The successful bidder shall have to utilize the existing accommodation / space as referred to the above for the purpose of running of canteen & shall not make any change in the existing accommodation or construct any structure in the compound of the admin block 5. The outsourcing period is from 01-07-2014 to 31-03-2015. The successful bidder has to vacate the accommodation in the evening of 31-03-2015 without any notice i.e., at the time of expiry of agreement. 6. The successful bidder has to arrange furniture & other kitchen utensils of his own. 7. The allottee shall be bound by all the labor laws being in force in the J & K State. 8. The allottee shall also be liable to pay tax of any kind chargeable under the income tax laws for time being in force in the J&K State. 9. The successful bidder has to bear the expenditure on account of water & electricity charges of his own. 9. In case of any dispute between the parties i.e., allottee & APMC the matter shall be referred to the Director Agricultural Marketing Srinagar for arbitration & the decision of the Director shall be final & binding up on the parties . DIPK: 921 G.H Kaloo Chief Executive Officer Agriculture Produce Market Committee Kulgam

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.

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The firing clearly and Samajvadi party. Though curriculum and be taught beofbelow poverty line.should Moreover exhibited the intentions of this cerTrinmol congress has already fromchunk primary to masters level. Later large of population would be tain vestedthe interests who never announced pre poll alliance suffering from arthritis, deafness, hyon the language was introduced but want the two countries to forget with CPIM but the Samajvadi pertension, poor vision, bone fractures shortage of teachers and disinterest their past bitterness and surge orshown willhas be anemic due to lack of it nutriparty made it clear that is the by bureaucrats made forward in a cordial and peaceent food. One in inpoll rural India and not interested inten pre announcement and the alliance subsequent ful atmosphere toareas cement their two in five in urban will bethe sufbut will join third front after decision almost ineffective, though relations. 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On other language is that itthe can only get its due den, requiring utmost care. Keeping led to three wars between them. the NDA hasare strong there enough teachers availinwhen view such asome large chunk ofallies elderly Theses wars claimed thousands inpeople, AIADMK Shiv Sena Sherable in the schools. The bureaucracy ofand Health has of livesUnion and Ministry property worth bilomani Akalidal. The UPA led by has not so far done anything in this revised national programme for health lions subsequently snatching congress is receiving jolt after care for elderly people. Efforts are on direction the from Kashmiri language the peaceand mind everybody to produce more post graduates inof jolt and its allies are distancing continues the posts living into suffer. this When sub-continent. Geriatric medicine per year besides themselves fromachieved Congress which teachers, was junior lecturers by andthese other Nothing adding more beds to district hospitals. they fear has lost credibility due facultywhich are advertised, one finds wars instead of pavThe medical assistance especially in toing certain scandals which surhardly any vacancy earmarked aareas way for rural can beanything provided tofurther elderlyfor strained relations there faced during the last about four Kashmiri language. There is by no people onlythe when the primary health increasing the hatred. The peoyears. When itequipped comes towith theall real dearth of Kashmiri knowing qualified centers are well kind ple of sub-continent are aware test the indications are BJP ofpersons facilities to take of that elderly peo-the but whocare will convince that if India and Pakistan have ple. The state government will have may emerge and as the single largest bureaucracy political governto become the strong economies to play an important role to meet this party the There governmentand onmay this form account. have of the world, they have to leave challenge by taking the help of private ment help of its beenwith manythe individuals andallies. organizasector. Though the statebehind governments their animosity and tions thriving and taking undue beneHowever things are not clear as are providing age pension to era eljoin hands toold usher in to an fits in the name of Kashmiri lancongress is a strong party and derly people but that is not sufficient of prosperity and progress for butmedical these have in can bounce back toexploiters cause toguages meet the expenses. Morethemselves. The peace dents loving fact the contributed nothing for the develover basic care ofto elderly people tomasses NDA and can again emerge asin want this happen should begin formwith. the houses they opment ofrecon Kashmiri language. These a reality force to However for which both the counlive in. They should not be treated exploiters have used theelection mantra the coming Lok leadership Sabha tries and their has as toof burden by the family members rather being and well wishers exhibit statesmanship, vision will tellsympathizers the real story and the , should be made to feel part and parcel far-sightedness, and honesty in fortheir getting voters who have to ofoftheKashmiri family. Duelanguage toexercise negligence at the their endeavours. India hasthe got a plumb postings, promotions undue democratic right will decide hand of family members, loneliness, new Minister inregional Mr.toModi appointments and and employment fate ofPrime the national solitude makes elderly people feelfor so has Pakistan in Mr. Sherief their sick wards. factno they have more andInunwanted. The done insur-the parties. There is doubt that who have to stride a mile for-as ance companies too can playlanguage a pivotal maximum damage to which this the regional parties repward so that an atmosphere ofit role over coming this crucial theyinhave done everything to probharm resent the aspirations of certain goodwill prevails whichassistance will deflem by providing financial within and outside the state. The communities and regions have initely help in carving out a ill. sotogovernment elderly people in case of falling Jammu and Kashmir weakened theofoutstanding various central lution all issues Recentlytogovernment of India has has to initiate concrete steps if it governments as they cannot disacceptable to people both the adopted the Yogya Kartaof declaration really isand serious to develop charge their functions according on ageing health,we committing it-the countries. When have leadKashmiri language and first self toand improving toers, their plans. Thenational national par-and statesmen of response internatoforemost the ageing population. stepofthe isavailable togovernments recruit sufficient tional repute in both ties whohealth lead The charitable hospitals, dispensanumber of teachers primary and the countries whyatshould not become totally dependent on the ries and primary health centers for they their highutilize school level.capabilities The second step support of original parties whofor elderly people can also share some the betterment of t he people of should be toand makeeven it compulsory forof all exploit them black mail the responsibilities.But apart from both the countries living in Ingovernment and of private schools to them when it comes to own the responsibilities thetheir society and dia and Pakistan. Let us hope of teach Kashmir asbea subject which all of interests. Itera, will in the best inthe families towards these grey men, a bright let us hope a new them not doing atifthis time. These the elderly people should also change terest ofare the country one party dawn and let us pray for such stepsmindset. will definitely help in the mapromotheir Instead of feeling pitya emerges at least with a thin friendly, cordial and bilateral reon themselves should strive hard tions of then ourthey mother tongue which jority and gets support from lations between India and Pakitodeserves grey gracefully and keepinthemselves its right place our educalike minded parties. stan which will with set an example busy in some work positive tional institutions and in our life. attifor other tudethe towards lifecountries. and family.

he HIV/AIDS epidemic adult (15-49 years) HIV prevalence 3 million HIV infections projected to be constitutes one of the most which was estimated at 0.33% in 2007, averted by the national program by 2015 formidable challenges to has declined to 0.27% in 2011. Declining through targeted prevention interventions development and social trends in adult HIV prevalence are alone. progress. The epidemic impacts poverty sustained in all the high prevalence states World Bank and NACO and inequality and increases the burden namely, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, India has been a long-term partner and on the most vulnerable sections in society, Maharashtra, Manipur, Nagaland and recipient of World Bank funding, starting i.e. the elderly, the women, children and Tamil Nadu and other states such as with the first National AIDS Control the poor. Countries that do not respond in Mizoram and Goa. However, the low Project in 1991 through to the current time have to bear huge costs as a result of prevalence states of Assam, Arunachal phase of National AIDS control declining productivity, loss of skilled and Pradesh, Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh, programme. In the early 1990s, the NACP experienced labour and increased Delhi, Jharkhand, Meghalaya, Odisha, focused on blood safety, prevention expenditures on treatment and associated Punjab, Tripura and Uttarakhand have among high risk groups, raising awarecosts as the demand for public services shown rising trends in adult HIV ness in general population and improving increases. Impact will be on virtually prevalence. India has demonstrated an surveillance. In the second phase of every sector of the national economies. overall reduction of 57% in estimated NACP (1999-2006), India continued to World Scenario annual new HIV infections (among adult expand the programme at state level, with Even as the war against this dreaded population) during the last decade from greater emphasis on targeted interveninfection continues, new infections 2.74 lakh in 2000 to 1.16 lakh in 2011. tions and involvement of NGOs. In the among adults and children were esti- This is important evidence on the impact third phase, India has scaled up targeted mated at 2.3 million in 2012, a 33% of the various interventions under HIV prevention interventions for most at reduction since 2001. New HIV infec- National AIDS Control Programme and risk populations and further expanded the tions among children have come down by scaled-up prevention strategies. Major surveillance system. The surveillance and 52% since 2001. AIDS-related deaths contribution to this reduction comes from analytical work has helped the governhave also dropped by 30% since the peak the high prevalence states where a ment know its heterogeneous epidemic, in 2005 as access to antiretroviral reduction of 76% has been noted during identify Indian states which were most treatment expands. Significant results the same period. The total number of affected by HIV and population groups have also been achieved towards meeting people living with HIV/AIDS in India is which were most at risk the needs of tuberculosis (TB) patients estimated at 21 lakh in 2011. Children The goals of the fourth phase of the NACP living with HIV, as TB-related deaths (under15 yrs.) account for 7% (1.45 lakh) are aligned with the Government of India’s among people living with HIV have of all infections, while 86% is in the age – Twelfth Five Year Plan (2012-2017) goals declined by 36% since 2004. group of 15-49 years. Of all HIV infec- of inclusive growth and development for By the end of 2012, some 9.7 million tions, 39% (8.16 lakh) are among women. long term sustainability. The national people in low- and middle-income The estimated number of people living programme goals are to accelerate countries were accessing antiretroviral with HIV in India maintains a steady reversal of the HIV epidemic and therapy, an increase of nearly 20% in just declining trend from 23.2 lakh in 2006 to integrate the response over the next fiveone year. In 2011, UN Member States 21 lakh in 2011. The programme data year phase. The programme aims at agreed to a 2015 target of reaching 15 indicates that antiretroviral treatment reaching out to the hard-to-reach populamillion people with HIV treatment. services for adults increased by 30% tion groups at high risk with targeted However, as countries scaled up their between 2009- 10 and 2010-11.Wider prevention interventions through treatment coverage and as new evidence access to antiretroviral treatment has led innovative approaches; increasing access emerged showing the HIV prevention to 29% reduction in estimated annual to comprehensive care, support and benefits of antiretroviral therapy, the AIDS-related deaths during NACP-III treatment; expanding information, World Health Organization set new HIV period (2007-2011). Greater declines in education and communication with a treatment guidelines, expanding the total estimated annual deaths are noted in focus on behavior change, demand number of people estimated to be in need states where significant scale up of generation and stigma reduction; further of treatment by more than 10 million. antiretroviral treatment services has been strengthening the institutional capacity Despite a flattening in donor funding for achieved. In high prevalence states, and process of integration; and, continuHIV, which has remained around the same estimated AIDS-related deaths have ing to innovate across programme as 2008 levels, domestic spending on HIV decreased by around 42% during 2007 to components – generating knowledge and has increased, accounting for 53% of 2011. As on July 2013, around 6.76 lakh lessons learned for India and beyond. The global HIV resources in 2012. The total people living with HIV are receiving free National AIDS Control Support Project global resources available for HIV in 2012 antiretroviral treatment across the (NACSP) will support the Strategic Plan was estimated at US$ 18.9 billion, US$ 3-5 country. The coverage of targeted of the fourth phase of NACP 2012–2017, billion short of the US$ 22-24 billion interventions with services for high risk with a focus on outcomes. The project will estimated to be needed annually by 2015. groups has significant improvement. support the following three components: Situation in India Presently, 84% of female sex workers Component 1- Scaling Up Targeted The National AIDS Control Programme (FSW), 87% of men-who-have-sex-with- Prevention Interventions (total continues to make progress toward the men (MSM) and 84% of injecting drug estimated cost -US$440 million): This Millennium Development Goal of halting users (IDU) have access to prevention component will support the scaling up of and reversing the HIV epidemic. The interventions. An impact evaluation TIs with the aim of reaching out to the adult HIV prevalence at national level has (2011) shows that the progress in the hard to reach population groups who do continued its steady decline from decline of HIV among FSW is attribut- not yet access the prevention services of estimated level of 0.41% in 2001 through able to the national programme focus on the programme, and saturate coverage 0.35% in 2006 to 0.27% in 2011. National targeted interventions; with an estimated among the HRGs. In addition, this

component will support the bridge population, i.e. migrants and truckers. Component 2 - Behaviour Change Communication (total estimated cost US$40 million): This component will include: (i) communication programmes for risk reduction and safe behaviour including advocacy, social mobilization and BCC to integrate PLWHA and HRG into society and to encourage normative changes aimed at reducing stigma and discrimination in society at large, and in health facilities specifically, as well as to increase demand and effective utilization of testing and counselling services; (ii) financing of a research and evaluation agency to assess the cost-effectiveness and program impact of behaviour change Communication activities; and (iii) establish and evaluate a helpline at the national and state level to further increase access to information and services. Component 3- Institutional Strengthening (total estimated cost US$30 million): This component will support programme steering, coordination and managerial roles in managing the prevention component of the programme, during the transformational phase of NACP IV. The dissemination of best practices and innovations from the project at the national and state levels through annual knowledge dissemination forum, necessary project audits will also be financed. The implementation structures and institutional arrangements of NACSP will remain the same as under NACP III, with the programme being managed by the Department of AIDS Control, at the central level, the State AIDS Control Societies (SACS) at state level, and the District AIDS Prevention Control Units (DAPCUs) at the district level. The Technical Support Units (TSUs), that were established during NACP III to oversee the quality, mentoring, handholding and supporting the TIs in the states along with SACS, will continue to play a key technical role to ensure the quality of TIs. Although the overall HIV prevalence rates among high risk groups are declining, they remain high (2010-11): 7.14% among injecting drug users, 4.43% among men-who-have-sex-with-men and 2.67% among female sex workers, and there are significant variations in states which necessitates scaling up of efforts to reach the hard to reach populations in these areas. The national programme will continue to innovate and generate lessons from its performance management system and disseminate the best practices across the world.

NCC - Nurturing the youth to be responsible citizens

he National Cadet Corps (NCC), a premier uniformed youth organization, is gradually getting popular among the youth in Jammu and Kashmir like as in other parts of the country. There are over 24000 cadets, of which nearly 8000 are girl cadets. It is significant that the number of cadets in Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh regions have increased, NCC activities have evoked positive response from young boys as well as girls. The NCC, operating in different educational institutions including schools and colleges imparts regularly elementary trainings in tri-Services comprising the Army, Navy and Air Force and for grooming them into disciplined and patriotic citizens. Its main objective is to develop character, comradeship, discipline, leadership, national outlook, spirit of adventure, and ideals of selfless service. The purpose is to create a human resource of organized, trained and motivated boys and girls to provide leadership in all walks of life and also to prepare them for careers in the Armed Forces. In an exclusive interview, Maj. Gen. Neeraj Verma, Additional Director General, NCC, Jammu and Kashmir, stated: “Sustained efforts are being made to revamp and revitalize NCC as an organization in the State. Gradually activities are being accelerated”. The J&K NCC chief is

regularly conducting the camps to make gradation of existing infrastructure. NCC visible even in remote areas of this During Indo-Pak conflicts of 1965 and border and sensitive State. 1971, NCC cadets were second line of Gen. Verma, who has taken over only in defence as they organized camps at various July this year stated that our objective is fronts. The NCC cadets also worked handdirected towards instilling qualities of in-hand on Civil Defence duty. nationalism, patriotism, discipline, team The need to create a youth organization at spirit, spirit-de-corps, leadership and self national level to train the young boys and confidence and promoting overall girls to be better citizen and future leaders personality and added that NCC gives of our country in all walks of life including tremendous opportunity to one and all for defence forces led to the creation of NCC betterment, irrespective of caste, creed, after passage of the National Cadet Corps religion or economic status. Act, 1948. The NCC movement was Noble Objectives launched on July 15, 1948 and is presently In Jammu and Kashmir, NCC was headed by Directorate General headquarintroduced first in Srinagar, during 1954 tered at New Delhi. The NCC is today the and later, one NCC battalion was raised at largest uniformed youth organization in the Jammu in September 1959 with sanc- world and has carved out a niche for itself tioned cadet strength of 6560 in the State. as a unique organization in nation building The girl wing of NCC was introduced in and grooming the youth of our country. The the year 1962 when two J&K (Girls) motto of NCC is ‘Unity and Discipline’ and Battalion were raised at Jammu. is shaping our youth into disciplined Subsequently there was diversification citizens. The NCC has its own flag, crest and intensification of NCC activities at and also a melodious and patriotic song various locations in the State. ‘Hum Sab Bhartiya Hain’. Significantly during the current year, NCC undoubtedly is making progress but NCC activities have been expanded in it needs to be given a massive thrust to Ladakh area especially and also other canalize the energy and enthusiasm of our parts of Jammu and Kashmir. In view of young boys and girls for purposeful and the ever increasing aspirations of student productive national activities. The youth community, the State NCC Directorate must be more actively involved in NCC to has taken up with the State Government enable them to meet the challenges on as also with the NCC headquarters for various fronts. It is heartening that the raising new units and further up- young boys and girls in Jammu and

Kashmir are also eager to be in the fold of NCC for greater good of this nation. Recently two national level camps have been conducted with high participation and positive results obtained in J&K. The Government must consider rapid

During Indo-Pak

conflicts of 1965 and 1971, NCC

cadets were second line of defence as they organized

camps at various fronts.

advancement of NCC activities in the sensitive and border Jammu and Kashmir State so that the young boys and girls are properly inspired and motivated for maintaining permanent peace and accelerating pace of socio-economic development.

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