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WEATHER
FORECAST FOR NEXT 24 HRS:
Light to moderate Rain/ Thundershower would occur at a few places over J&K division.
FORECAST OF SRINAGAR:
Partly Cloudy Sky with possibility of light Rain/ Thundershowers in afternoon. Max. & Min. temp. will be around 26°C & 15°C respectively.
TEMPERATURE MAXIMUM 26.8 C MINIMUM 17.0 0C 0
SUNSET ON(SUNDAY) 06:20 pm SUNRISE ON (MONDAY) 06:26 am
Omar pins hope on Government decides to act Manmohan-Nawaz talks tough on striking employees Unauthorised absence may even entail break in service/dismissal
Srinagar, September 28: The Government has viewed frequent strikes by the employees with concern as strikes cause sufferings and inconvenience to the public at large especially, in respect of delivery of essential services which get affected considerably. In this regard, the General Administration Department has issued a circular this evening saying that most of the demands put forth by the Employee’s Unions on different occasions have been acceded to despite known financial constraints. Government
has been exhibiting a sympathetic and considerate attitude towards its employees in so far as fulfilment of their legitimate demands is concerned. Referring to the judgement of the Supreme Court which has held the strikes by the employees as illegal, the government with a view to sensitizing the employees about the actions which it may be compelled to take in the event of any eventuality has issued the fresh instructions. Apart from enforcement of the principles of “No work no wages”, action as may be deemed appropriate may be taken
against those instigating/participating in the strikes/hartals. Such actions shall include treating the period of the unauthorised absence as dies-non/break in service and may even entail dismissal from service. The Circular further states that the Administrative Secretaries shall furnish the attendance of the employees on day to day basis. Similarly Deputy Commissioners shall furnish details of attendance of the employees through respective Divisional Commissioners, besides reports to be furnished by CID about the employees attendance.
22 day strike in Shopian ends CRPF camp shifting under process: IGP
Srinagar, September 28: After 22-days of continuous strike against civilian killings at Gagran, the people of Shopian have decided to call off their strike from tomorrow while giving authorities a 12-days deadline to shift CRPF from Gagran camp or face a strong agitation including strike. The meeting however, called for a strike on October 4, 7 and a peaceful protest demonstration after Friday (October 4) prayers. Meanwhile, the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir Abdul Ghani Mir while talking to KNS reiterated that the administration is duty bound to implement the government order on
shifting of CRPF from Gagran camp. According to KNS Shopian correspondent, a meeting of Bar Association Shopian, trader federation, civil society members, study circle, industries association, central contractors’ coordination committee, medical association, transport association, fruit traders association, Auqaf Jamia Mosque, Auqaf Jamia Aehl-e-Hadees and Tehreek-e-Hurriyat Kashmir leaders including Mohammad Yosuf Falaie took place at Nawa Mosque Shopian at around 9 am. “The meeting decided to call off the strike as the participants believed that the continuous strike will affect the
My life is an open book: Mir Says peace imperative for development Tangmarg, Sep 28: The Minister for Agriculture, Ghulam Hassan Mir has said that he all along his political career has worked for strengthening the democratic institutions besides advocating for peace which is imperative for prosperity and development of the State. This was stated by the Minister while
addressing a largely attended public gathering at Kunzar Tangmarg today. The Minister said that economic independence is necessary for over all prosperity and development of the State and appealed the people to extend their cooperation for over all development of the State. He said he has See Mir on Pg. 11
socio-economic condition of people which can prove detrimental to their struggle. There was a consensus among the participants of the meeting that if the government failed to meet out the deadline for shifting of CRPF, then the people will be compelled to launch a string agitation for which the government will be responsible,” the KNS correspondent added. It was also decided in the meeting that in case the government fails to shift the CRPF within the stipulated deadline (by or before October 10), the entire population of Gagran and its adjoining village Memendar will go for migration and stage See Shopian on Pg. 11
Massive combing operation was launched at Diyalchak and its adjacent areas including dense forests in Khathua district after police received information from locals that three men donning Army uniform were seen roaming in the area. Reports said that the teacher of a government school along with some other locals informed police that the three suspected militants donning
Hilal Parray posted as Director Urban Local Bodies Kashmir
The Cabinet which met here today under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah decided to extend the period of submission of the report by the Cabinet Sub-Committee, examining the creation of new administrative units in the State by two weeks beyond 24 September 2013. The Cabinet also or-
dered transfer and posting of Mr. Hilal Ahmed Parray, Director RAMSA as Director Urban Local Bodies Kashmir relieving Mr. Shafaat Noor Barlas of the additional Charge. The Cabinet also accorded sanction to the regular promotion of Mr. H. K. Koul as Chief Engineer (Civil) of R&B department in the revised pay scale of Rs. 37400-67000 with grade
pay of Rs. 8700 from 2302-2006 to 31-05-2006 and Mr. Ram Saran Bangotra as Chief Engineer (Civil) of R&B department from 18-05-2007 to 31-03-2008. The Cabinet also accorded sanction to the regular promotion of Gul Mohammad w.e.f 14-09-2007 to 31-5-2008, Vinod Kumar Puri, w.e.f 14-09-2007 to 31-072008, Arun Sharma, See Promotions on Pg. 11
Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah Saturday expressed the hope that the talks between Prime Minister, Manmohan Singh and Pak Premier, Nawaz Sharief would prove fruitful for addressing all pending issues between the two countries amicably across the table. “Our eyes are presently at the summit room in New York where the two leaders will be talking”, he said and referred to various attempts made at derailing the dialogue. He said the recent militant attacks in Hira Nagar and Samba were aimed at disrupting
Manmohan Singh-Nawaz meet in New York. “We have observed that whenever the atmosphere
for talks between the two countries is built and schedules are out in this regard, militant attacks or something most untoward is created to sabotage the
talking process”, he said and showered praises over Dr. Manmohan Singh that despite pressure on him, he went ahead to talk to his counter-part at New York defeating the designs of peace inimical and antidialogue elements who always conspire and attempt to disrupt talks when the occasions of talks are created. Omar Abdullah said that animosity between India and Pakistan has inflicted deep injuries and pain to the people of Jammu and Kashmir. “Thousands of our youth have lost their lives, Jhelum waters were blooded, every household See Omar on Pg. 11
Mysterious gunshots create PM has political compulsions: Former RAW Chief panic in news agency CNS adding establishment there,” he New Delhi, September 28: that Pakistan and India said and added that Indian Hyderpora Describing the Samba Fi- should move ahead and PM is unable to do what he wishes to do. dayeen attack as a routine forget their bitter past. attack, former Chief of He said that Prime Minis- The member of National Bypass Research Analysis Wing ter Manmohan Singh is an Security Advisor said (RAW) and a leading expert on Kashmir, A.S Dulat Saturday said that militants have a capability to strike anywhere and Samba attack was not an exception. “The biggest thing is that Indian Prime Minister did not succumb to the pressure and expressed his willingness to talk to his Pakistani counterpart Nawaz Sharief. This decision of Prime Minister dashed the hopes of all those elements who are inimical to peace,” Dulat told Srinagar based
Was a hoax: IGP Jammu Kathua, September 28:
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Sighting of militants in Kathua
Cabinet approves promotions in R&B Department Srinagar, September 28:
Our correspondent adds that despite the fact that almost all the demands of state employees have been met, some leaders of the employees are taking the public on a ride and making them hostages to their whims. The state is spending thrice than its income on the salaries of the state employees and its resources are drying up with every passing day. In addition to this there are over seven lakh educated unemployed youth whose future is becoming bleak because of no availability of employment avenues in the government sector. As the See Government on Pg. 11
Says all eyes on New York meet ‘Enemies of peace conspire to derail dialogue process’ Animosity between the two neighbouring countries shattered J&K
Army uniform carrying sophisticated weapons were roaming in the area. “I was informed by school children that three persons along with weapons entered into our school premises and after quenching their thirst left the school. I soon after informed the police about them,” a school teacher told reporters in Diyalchak area. Another local said that he himself saw three men in Army uniform roaming in See Kathua on Pg. 11
honest politician and want to resolve all the issues with Pakistan. “It is satire that our PM has political compulsion while the PM of Pakistan succumbs to the pressure of Army
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DG CRPF in Valley Srinagar, September 28: Director General of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) Dilip Trivedi who is on 3-day visit to review security scenario in the Valley met Chief Minister Omar Abdullah at his residence. DG CRPF also visited several parts of South Kashmir and held discussion with CRPF officials posted there. Inspector General CRPF, P.K.Singh told CNS that Dilip Trivedi arrived in Valley Friday evening to See DG CRPF on Pg. 11
that Prime Minister Manmohan Singh should not decline the invitation and should visit Pakistan. “It would be better for Singh to visit Pakistan and put forth his viewpoint on every issue concerning India,” he said. A.S Dulat said that there is nothing wrong if Prime Minister Manmohan Singh visits Pakistan. “I think it would be a new beginning if he visits Pakistan and raise issues related to terrorism and See Defeat on Pg. 11
Srinagar, September 28: Panic gripped at Hyderpora-Sanat Nagar Bypass after unknown gunman reportedly fired some shots on Saturday afternoon. Eyewitnesses told CNS that some gunshots were heard and soon after Security Forces, including Army personnel cordoned off the Bypass and its adjacent colonies. Inspector General of Police, Abdul Gani Mir told See Gunshots on Pg. 11
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Srinagar, September 28: Meteorological Department Saturday predicted light to moderate rainfall across Jammu and Kashmir till Sunday afternoon. “Due to Western Disturbances, light to moderate rainfall is expected to occur across the State and the showers would last till Sunday afternoon,” MET spokesperson told CNS. He said that weather would improve on Sunday while day and night temperatures may witness a fall from Sunday evening. After pleasant sunshine from past month, Kashmir Saturday witnessed cloudy weather, while as moderate rainfall was reported from many parts of Kashmir in summer capital Srinagar. See Temperature on Pg. 11
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Srinagar, September 28: The Cabinet which met here today under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister Mr Omar Abdullah ordered placements and promotions of IFS officers in the Forest department. Vinod Ranjan, the then PCCF, has been promoted in the apex scale of Rs 80,000(fixed), Abhai Kumar (APCCF) has been promoted to the level of above super time scale-II (Principal Chief Conservator of Forests) in the Pay Scale of HAG+75,500/80,000/- on ex-cadre basis. The Cabinet also ordered promotion of Manoj Pant, IFS on proforma basis and Mr. Pramod Kumar Singh, IFS on ex-cadre basis to the rank of CCF to the level of above super time scale-1(Additional Pr. Chief Conservator of Forests) in PB-4 Rs 37,400-67,000, GP-12000. Promotions of Om Parkash, Roshan Jaggi, Jigmet Tapka, S K Gupta, Dr T S Ashok Kumar, Ashif Mehmood Sagar, N A Darzi and M A Tak to the level of super time scale-II (Chief Conservator of Forests) in PB-4 of Rs 37,000-67,000, GP Rs 10,000 on ex-cadre basis were also ordered. Cabinet also ordered promotion of Mohit Gera, Neelu Gera, B K Singh and Sarvesh Rai to the level of super time scale-II (Chief Conservator of Forests) in PB-4 of Rs 37,400-67,000, GP Rs 10,000 on proforma basis. Promotion of S. Senthil Kumar, A R Hazari, M P Dogra, M M Hussain, Mian Javaid and Sameer Bharti to the level of super time scale-I (Conservator of Forest) in PB-4 of Rs 37,400-67,000 GP-8900) on ex-cadre basis.
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Srinagar, September 28: The Cabinet which met here today under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah condemned the recent militant attacks at Hiranagar and Samba and condoled the loss of lives in the attacks. Sympathies were also expressed with the families of those who lost their lives and those who were injured in these senseless acts of violence.
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bore the brunt of the gun, our economy got shattered and people became jobless. Now, if the people of Jammu and Kashmir cherish or friendship between India and Pakistan to live in peace and safeguard the future of our children, we are absolutely right”, he said and castigated those who want to sabotage dialogue. He said without naming BJP that the Prime Minister of this party extended hand of friendship to Gen. Musharraf from Srinagar when scores of people were falling victim to the bullets in the Valley. Omar Abdullah said that when everyone globally believes and recognizes that the dialogue is the only way forward to find out solution to the issues, then all should contribute positively to facilitate the dialogue between India and Pakistan to resolve all political issues amicably. He said, though, these issues cannot be solved in a single meeting, yet, talking to each other would help to create a roadmap of carrying forward the meaningful dialogue to a logical conclusion. Omar Abdullah was addressing at a function after laying foundations of Rs. 31 crore Parking Lot at Lal Chowk and Rs. 351 crore Jahangir Chowk-Natipora flyover at Rambagh here. The Chief Minister listed the development projects launched by his Government in Srinagar during last more than four and a half years to give fillip to the development and economic activities. He said his Government has provided highest ever District Plans to Srinagar District as this District was starved for want of funds during the period of Opposition. He said the then Government which is in Opposition at present even tried to shift the Srinagar city to Parihaspora to avenge the Srinagar citizens for not supporting the said party (PDP). He said his Government is committed to make Srinagar a model city and an economic hub. Omar Abdullah said that he had approved the most ambitious and huge Srinagar Flyover some two years earlier but he did not lay its foundation till today for the fact that he wanted to rehabilitate the shopkeepers and others getting affected by this project. “We did not want to go in a hurry and snatch bread and butter earning capacity of the traders and shopkeepers coming under the project as was done in the case of expansion of Indira Gandhi Road”, he said and referred to a Shopping Mall constructed for the affected shopkeepers of Indira Gandhi Road at Haiderpora Chowk but none of these shopkeepers was provided shop there. “I have given clear cut instructions to the ERA and JKPCC to first rehabilitate the shopkeepers and then move forward
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a sit-in at Main Chowk Shopian along with their beddings. In the meantime, the IGP Kashmir informed KNS that the shifting of CRPF is already under process and a contingent of CRPF has already left the camp. “There is some repair work going on at the new location for CRPF and as soon as this work is complete, the CRPF will be shifted to new location,” he added.
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trade with his counterpart in Islamabad,” he said and added that Pakistan like a good and true neighbor should also understand the problems of India and should try to address them. He said that Jammu twin attacks were carried out to derail the peace process between India and Pakistan. However, the sensibility shown by Manmohan Singh defeated the designs of vested interested elements. “Militants can strike everywhere. Attacks like Samba and Hira Nagar have occurred in past as well and there is nothing new in such attacks. The aim of Fidayeen is to create havoc but at political level we have to show some sort of sensibility and should not put an end to the dialogue process in a blink,” he said. A.S.Dulat said that time has come that Pakistan grant Most Favoured Nation (MFN) status to India.
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reporters that they are investigating the matter. “It’s all speculation and premature to say anything. We are investigating the matter,” he said. Eyewitnesses said that people ran for their lives after they heard some gunshots. “I thought militants might have attacked the Army convoy and we all ran for cover. Suddenly, Army and security personnel cordoned off the area and launched combing operation,” a mechanic working in an automobile workshop told CNS. Top police officials including IGP Kashmir Abdul Gani Mir, DIG Central Kashmir Afhadul Mujtaba and SSP Srinagar Syed Aashiq Hussain Bukhari visited the spot and took stock of the situation. A police official said that it is mere speculation that the gunman who reportedly fired upon security personnel was riding on a motorcycle. “We are investigating the matter,” he said. Reports said that a resident from South Kashmir’s Noorpora area of Tral town Ishfaq Ahmed son of Ghulam Rasool was injured when he slipped after running for cover. “No person has received bullet injury. One civilian was injured accidently who is stable,” IGP Kashmir said.
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the area. “They were looking at everyone with suspicion and their behaviour was not like army personnel,” Manoj Kumar said. Senior police, army and officials from other security agencies reached on spot and large contingent of police and CRPF personnel launched a search operation to flush out the suspected militants. However, after hours of operation, no suspected militant was seen around. Inspector General of Police, Jammu Division, Rajesh Kumar told CNS that some locals provided wrong information to the police. “We combed the area including adjacent dense forests and no suspected militant was seen found present in the area. It was only a rumour which spread from mouth to mouth,” Kumar said. The Jammu-Phatankot Highway that was sealed by police after the presence of suspected militants in the area was left open for the traffic soon after the search operation.
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w.e.f 14-09-2007 to 31-07-2008, Farooq Ahmed Wani, w.e.f 29-02-2008 to 31-10-2010, Surjeet Singh Anand, w.e.f 25-09-2008 to 31-10-2009, Ashok Kumar Bhat, w.e.f 25-09-2008 to 31-05-2010 and Romesh Kumar Handoo w.e.f 01-11-2009 to 30-04-2013 as Chief Engineers (Mechanical) of R&B department in the revised pay scale of Rs. 37400-67000 with grade pay of Rs. 8700. The Cabinet also accorded Ex-post facto sanction to the regularization of Mr. Jadav Nath Sharma against the post of Director, Horticulture, Jammu w.e.f 01-12-2011 till he retired on superannuation on 31-03-2013. The Cabinet also accorded sanction to the creation of one supernumerary post of District Judge (Selection Grade) in the pay scale of Rs. 18750-400-19150-450-21800, w.e.f 01-11-2002 to 3110-2004 for drawing salary and allowances in favour of Mr. Khawja Mohammad Qasim, Ex-District and Sessions Judge subject to the following conditions. 1. Post is created in the prescribed scale of pay in terms of applicable service recruitment rules of the Law Department. 2. Post agreed to shall cease to exist immediately after
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always worked for welfare and prosperity of the people even while in power or out of power and
and other parts of South Kashmir and discussed the situation that prevailed aftermath Shopian incident,” Singh said. CRPF spokesperson told CNS that DG CRPF presided a high level meeting of CRPF officials in Tral, Islamabad and Pulwama districts in the backdrop of the Shopian incident. Earlier DG CRPF met Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and both had a threadbare discussion over the prevailing security scenario in Kashmir. Dilip Trivedi will leave for New Delhi on Sunday afternoon.
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“Temperature will witness a dip in coming days. Besides sky would also remain cloudy for next few days,” MET spokesperson said adding that weather will remain dry in October and November. Office of the Assistant Regional Transport Officer Anantnag
NOTICE Whereas joint application has been received by this office from Mr. Mohd Ashraf Malla S/o Gh Ahmad Malla R/o Mander Bagh Srinagar (party no 1st) as transferor (seller) owner of the vehicle big bus bearing regd. No JK03-1929 (commercial) covering under R/P No. 36/SC/RTA/ANG. and Mr. Gh Mohiudin Dar S/o Sameer Ahmad Dar R/o Khrew Pampore A/P Khanabal (party no.2nd) as transferee (purchaser) requesting for transfer of R/C & R/P of the above noted vehicle from party no 1st to 2nd. Before the case is disposed off on its merits anybody having objection regarding the proposed transfer may file his objection within seven days from the publication of this notice to the office of the undersigned. No any representation/objection shall be entertained after stipulated period. No: 1174/MVD/ANG Sd/- Assistant Regional Transport Officer S.W Dated: 28/09/2013 Anantnag
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I Tariq Ahmad Khan S/o Akther Khan R/o Satranji Maidian Mattan have lost my 8th pass discharge certificate in a fire incident. Now I have applied for its duplicate. Anybody having any objection regarding this may contact Principal Hanfia Education High School Rambairpora within a period of seven days from the publication of this notice. After that no objection will be entertained. Tariq Ahmad Khan S/o Akther Khan R/o Satranji Maidian Rambairpora
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state lacks industrial and corporate infrastructure the unemployed have to depend on government jobs. Their future has received one more jolt when recently the central government imposed a ban for recruitment on the posts vacant for the last one year in central government departments. The state has limited resources and its economy cannot in any case bear the ingenuine demands of these employees including the raising of retirement age to sixty years. The public is being put to great difficulties because of the frequent strikes of these employees and there is hardly any week when they work for full six days. The government decision has been hailed by one and all and people have asked the government to implement it strictly.
reiterated to work with the same zeal and zest in future also. Mr Hassan said that he has always condemned the violence and advocated for peace, adding that peace is primary requirement for prosperity and development. The Minister said some elements are trying to create a wedge between me and people, but they will not succeed and get ashamed when truth comes to fore. “My personal and political life is an open book” said the Minister adding that the love and confidence he received from the people is precious for him. “I will leave no stone unturned to come up to the expectations of the people, especially the people of Tangmarg” he added. Earlier, a warm reception was accorded to the Minister on arrival at Kunzar. He was taken in a rally up to the venue.
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I have lost my 9th pass certificate under Admission No. 1413. Now I have applied for its duplicate. Anybody having any objection regarding this may produce the same to Principal Boys Higher Secondary School Chadoora Budgam within seven days from the date of publication of this notice. After that no objection will be entertained. Hilal Ahmad Bhat S/o Ali Mohammad Bhat R/o Durbagh Chadoora
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on the construction of the flyover project. It is for this reason delay has taken place and now the two Shopping Malls are almost complete at Rambagh and Exhibition Crossing for allotment to the affected shopkeepers”, he maintained and said that all the affected shopkeepers would be allotted shops in these complexes before dismantling their present trade units. The function was addressed by Legislators, Nasir Aslam Wani and Irfan Ahmad Shah in whose constituencies the flyover is coming up, while Minister for Rural Development, Ali Mohammad Sagar, Minister for Planning and Development, Ajay Sadhotra, Chairperson Women’s Commission, Shamima Firdous, Legislators, Dr. Mustafa Kamal, Mohammad Yasin Shah, Peer Afaq Ahmad and Ghulam Qadir Pardasi were present on the occasion.
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Where as an application has been received from one Shri Manzoor Ahmad Rather S/o Ghulam Hassan Rather R/o Buchwara Dalgate Sgr. owner of vehicle number JK01P-8238 for cancellation of hire purchase agreement with M/s Punjab National Bank B/o Amira Kadal Sgr. Now, it is therefore, notified for general information that objections, if any to the proposed cancellation of hire purchase agreement shall be filed in writing in the office of the Regional Transport Officer, Kashmir within a period of 12 days from the date of publication of this notice. No. JKRTOK 5389 Sd/- Regional Transport Officer Dated: 26-09-2013 Kashmir
drawal of salary for this specific period.
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review the security situation of Kashmir Valley. “He visited Tral
SRINAGAR DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Fresh Tender Notice No: 12 of 2013
For and on behalf of the Srinagar Development Authority, the Executive Engineer, Srinagar Development Authority, invites seated tenders affixed with revenue stamp worth Rs. 5/- from the Registered PWD contractors of J&K state of appropriate class and experience (as specified) for the below mentioned works:-
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For and on behalf of Governor of J&K State, sealed bids in duplicate affixed with Rs. 5/- revenue stamp are invited from the registered canteen contractors (registered with the Labour Department of Jammu and Kashmir Government) for annual contract of running of College/Hospital Canteen at Govt. Dental College/ Hospital, Srinagar involving total area of 2500 Sq.fts. Bids must be accompanied with a CDR/FDR from any recognized nationalized Bank/Scheduled Bank for an amount of Rs.10,000/= (Rupees Ten Thousand Only) pledged to Accounts Officer, Govt. Dental College/ Hospital, Srinagar (Member Secretary, College Canteen Committee) & having its validity not less than 24 months from the date of its issue. Bids should reach the office of the undersigned by or before 26.10.2013 up to 3.00 P.M. and shall be opened on 28.10.2013 at 2.00 P.M. or on any date convenient to College Canteen Committee (Govt. Dental College/ Hospital, Srinagar) in presence of the interested bidders or their representatives who may wish to remain present at that time. The documents giving the details of requirement of running of canteen along with terms and conditions can be obtained on application by the intending bidders from the office of the undersigned from 27.09.2013 to 26.10.2013 till 1.00 PM against the non-refundable cash payment of Rs.500/- (Rupees Five Hundred Only). Bids received without CDR/other relevant documents shall be rejected. Sd/- (Member Secretary College Committee) DIPK: 8106 Govt. Dental College/Hospital, Srinagar
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Name of work Providing and fixing of drop gates at two spots and construction of surface drain near Gate No: 01/ culvert at Gate No: 03 in General Bus Stand Batamallo, Srinagar. Construction of prefabricated collection booth near Gate No: 01, at General Bus Stand Batamallo, Srinagar.
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The Vice Chairman, Srinagar Development Authority, reserves the right to accept/reject any tender without assigning any reason thereof. Sealed tenders should be addressed to the Vice Chairman, Srinagar Development Authority, and can be submitted either in person at the office of SDA Bemina on 01/10/2013 upto 3.00 PM or through registered post/courier. If the last date of receipt of tenders is declared as holiday/hartal, the tender will be received on next working day. Tender document can be had from the office of the Executive Engineer, Srinagar Development Authority, Bemina near JVC Hospital from 27/09/2013 to 30/09/2013 upto 2.00 PM during office hours after depositing the cost of Tender document shown against each work above (Non-refundable) in the form of cash/Bank draft pledged to the Vice Chairman, Srinagar Development Authority. The tenders of defaulting contractors, whose names have been published in various News papers under this office No: SDA/VC/9232-37 dated: 7/1/1999, shall not be entertained till the outstanding are liquidated/ reconciled and necessary N.O.C issued by the FA/CAO, SDA and those contractors, who have failed to execute the ongoing works within the stipulated time period. Service tax shall be deducted at source as per the rates in vogue at the time of payment. All terms and conditions will be same issued vide this office No: SDA/EE/300-06 dated: 20/01/2004 and as per PWD Form: 25. 1. The intending tenderer should have to paste transparent cello tape on of each and every rates written on tender. 2. The documents will be issued on production of valid Registration card/Certificate only and an attested copy of the same to be submitted for office record. 3. The contractor shall have valid TIN / PAN numbers and attested copy of the same to be submitted with the tender otherwise tender will be straightway rejected. Sd/- Executive Engineer DIPK-NB: 1688 Srinagar Development Authority
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Help wholeheartedly in Red Cross activities: Omar ‘Rs. one lakh cash distributed in Lucky Draw event’ Roma Wani presents historic background of J&K Red Cross Society SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 28 Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah Saturday impressed upon the people to wholeheartedly help Red Cross Society and contribute towards a noble cause. He said whenever there are, nature or human caused, challenges confrontRed Cross tickets and help the Society ing the society all look towards Red by J&K Red Cross Society here, the Cross and find this Society always Chief Minister said that by pur- to carry forward its activities, as such, chasing a five rupee ticket of Red we should not hesitate in doing so”, helping the humanity. He said he said and added that the ultimate and called for extending support Cross ‘we contribute in a big way to and monitory help to Red Cross help poor, needy, orphan, destitute goal of buying Red Cross ticket and sufferers not be Ganderbal to get prizes but Society.Addressing a Lone function atAgency News Kangan of various calamities Khan should News Agency and accidents’. “We all afford to buy to help the poor.The Chief Ministhe Lucky Draw event organized
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ter referred to his childhood days when he used to visit Red Cross Melas with his grandmother Begum Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah who was the Founder President of J&K Red Cross Society. He said that such Melas were organized
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CTD Kmr eyes on highest ever Rs 1506 cr revenue this fiscal
Rather for continuous audit assessments, inspections to plug ta x pilferages
partment (CTD), Kashmir has set an all-time high revenue target of about Rs. 1506.56 crore during the current financial year against an achievement of Rs. 1120.27 crore during last fiscal. This includes revenue target of Rs. 1345.62 crore under Sales Tax / VAT, Rs. 157.34 crore under stamps and Rs. 3.60 crore under Passenger Tax.This was stated at a quarterly review meeting of the Commercial Taxes Department, Kashmir Division held
first quarter of the current financial year is the order of Rs. 530.49 crore against Rs. 473.28 crore registered during the corresponding period of the last fiscal which shows the growth rate of 12.09 percent. The meeting, among other concerned officers, was also
Workshop on “Conservation of Mahseer” held Manohar asks scientists to draw effective preservation
REASI, SEPTEMBER 28 One day workshop on “Conservation and gene Banking of Mahseer” was organized by Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumbai in collaboration with Department of Fisheries, Government of Jammu &Kashmir here Saturday. The workshop was inaugurated by Minister for Fisheries, Dr. ManoharLal Sharma , while MLC Jugal Kishore, DDC Reasi Dr Shahid Iqbal Choudhary were also present on the occasion. More than 50 eminent scientists from all over the country and experts of SKAUST and Jammu University, besides officers of the department of Fisheries J&K participated and shared their experiences in conservation and rehabilitation of Mahseer Fisheries.
Guv chairs Executive Council meeting of SMVD University
Stresses for introducing courses in sync with job market demand
regular audit assessments to plug all the Tax pilferages adding that the officers should conduct regular inspections also in this regard. He said a vigorous tax recovery drive should be taken to realize arrears from the defaulters. He asked the officers of the department to work with added zeal to further improve performance of the department.
In his inaugural address, Dr. Manohar Lal Sharma stated that the Jammu and Kashmir state has immense potential for the development of recreational fisheries especially that of Mahseer and stressed for effective conservation and propagation of this specie. He also stressed the need to draw strategies for rehabilitation of this indigenous specie by different Fisheries Institutions of National Level as well as state fisheries dept to save the prized Mahseer and other fish species. The Minister further appreciated the efforts of Dr. W.S.Lakra, Director and VC , CIFE and his team for holding the workshop at Reasi which will be helpful not only for Jammu and Kashmir but even in the surrounding states which are having same ecological conditions for conservation of Mahseer.
Maintaining that the government has put in place the necessary provisions for adequate and proper empowerment of women, the Minister for Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Ali Mohammad Sagar has said that by ensuring this the participation of women folk in different spheres of life be it political, social and economical has witnessed a phenomenal increase. The Minister was speaking at a 2-day conference of ‘Empowerment of Women in Panchayats’: The Road Ahead organized by Institute of Social Sciences, Hyderabad in collaboration with United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Union Planning Commission at University of Kashmir here Saturday. Member Planning Commission, Government of India, Dr. Syeda Hamid, Deputy Country Director UNDP, Alexandra Solovieva, Director ISS, Dr. Gorge Mathew, Academicians, Social Scientists, women Panches, Sarpanches , social workers and others were present.Sagar said that by participating in
terday under the chairmanship of N. N. Vohra, Governor, who is Chancellor of the University, and took various policy and other decisions for the future growth of the University. The Council gave inprinciple approval to various infrastructure projects which include construction of new boys and girls hostels, residential quarters for faculty and non-teaching staff, sewage treatment plant, water treat-
ment plant and other works. The Governor directed that these works and future constructions in the University Campus should be in complete harmony with the approved Master Plan of the University. Regarding the need for revision of the original Master Plan, it was decided that an experienced consultant may be engaged and the revised Master Plan should be presented before the Council for its approval to any change. The Council deliberated on the intake of students during 2013-14 Academic Session and compared the same with that in the past years. The Vice Chancellor was advised to present a critical analysis of all the existing courses so that the courses which are no longer market relevant could be stopped.The Council recognized that because the University is a residential institution it will not be in a position to introduce many new courses
till such time as additional accommodation is built. In this context, the Vice Chancellor informed that new hostels for boys and girls presently under construction will be completed in time for the Academic Session 2014. The Council emphasized the importance of introducing suitable modules for imparting moral and philosophical education to the students, in addition to the technical courses they are pursuing, for providing balanced and wholesome education. The Council members opined that the business establishments are attaching great value to such modules for their employees coming out of the universities, in addition to the technical expertise they may possess.The Council took a number of decisions to streamline admissions, attendance, rationalization of faculties and schools and other academic matters.
Electoral officer kargil called meeting of political parties
ENSURE PROPER ENROLLMENT OF VOTERS: FIDA HUSSAIN
and inform their Booth Level Political Agents by 30th of September 2013 to monitor the electoral rolls revision
Anayat Ali Kargil/28-09-13: As per the notification of the Chief Electoral Officer J&K, the Summery Revision of the Electoral Rolls in the State of J&K has been started from 16th of September 2014. In Kargil also the process has been started and till date the integration of the mother rolls with supplements and the draft of the mother electoral rolls have been completed. In this connection Deputy Commissioner Kargil and Electoral Officer Kargil Fida Hussain called a meeting of the political parties at Office Chamber of the Chief Executive Officer LAHDC Kargil. During the meeting Fida Hussain quoting the Supreme Courts Order and the Election Commissions orders, directed the Political Parties to appoint
Necessary provisions in place for women empowerment: Sagar JAMMU, SEPTEMBER 27
to collect money for Red Cross Society for its noble activities aimed at helping the humanity.Speaking on the occasion, General Secretary, J&K Indian Red Cross Society, Roma Wani said that Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah who is also Vice President of the Society has granted Rs. 2 crore for construction of a Red Cross Building at the present location of Red Cross office. She said the building would be completed within two years. Roma Wani said that an amount of Rs. one lakh will be given as prizes to the winners in lucky draw.Present on the occasion were Minister for Planning and Development, Ajay Sadhotra and Advisor to the Chief Minister, Qamar Ali Akhoon. The Chief Minister in a Lucky Draw picked up first three tickets for first three winners who received Rs. 20,000, Rs. 15,000 and Rs. 10,000 respectively.On the occasion two persons Shabir Hussain Khan and Abdul Majid Gamgeen were introduced to the audience who have donated Rs. 134 and Rs. 105 points of blood to the patients so far in their life and are continuing to donate the blood to the needy.
large numbers in the Panchayati elections, the women have exhibited their active participation in the democratic process and also electing their representatives. He said that a large number of women have been elected as Panches and Sarpanches and they are contributing their bit in ensuring the socioeconomic transformation of their respective areas. “The involvement of women panches and Sarpanches in the formulation and implementation of various developmental programmes in their areas has ensured the broad based implementation of the same which would go a long way in ensuring the need based and holistic development of the rural and far-flung areas”, the Minister added. The Minister said that large number of women panches and Sarpanches have also been provided the necessary training under the capacity building programme of the panchayats so that they can fully understand the working of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) and also get the necessary information about the implementation and the benefit of various welfare programmes.
process along with the booth level officers. Deputy Commissioner also advised the Political Parties as well as to the public through media that any youth who is attaining the age of 18 years upto 1-1-2014, should apply in ad-
vance for enrollment in the voters list with documentation proof. Fida Hussain explained that the period of filing of claims and objections is from 25th of September to 24th of October 2013, and disposal of claims and objections may be done by 23rd of October 2013. He added that special campaigning dates with booth level agents of political parties for receiving claims and objections will start from 1 October to 14th October and the whole process will complete on 6th of January 2014 with the final publication of Revised Electoral Rolls. The Meeting was attended by the representatives of Indian National Congress, National Conference and BJP Kargil who appreciated the decision of the Supreme Court and the Election Commission for appointing Election Agents during Revision of Electoral Rolls
HOROSCOPE Aries
March 21-April 19
Things may be happening too fast around you today, Aries, but that doesn’t mean you necessarily have to join the frenzied pace. You’re probably much better off sticking with your methodical approach. Take the time to collect the facts you need before you jump into a major decision or plan of attack. People may be a bit jumpy, so do your best to be the stable one in the group.
Taurus April 20-May 20
Make sure you aren’t projecting a picture of yourself that doesn’t represent the real you, Taurus. It’s important that you remain true to your soul or you’ll end up in situations that make you uncomfortable and frustrated. There’s a strong transformative force working against you today, but you’ll have the leadership and confidence to stand up for yourself in whatever way you need.
Gemini May 21-June 21
Remind yourself of all the positive things you have going on in your life now, Gemini. It’s possible that you’ll be met with tension and challenges today that are threatening your sense of self. Arguments may break out around you, and you may have questions regarding what it is you stand for. Don’t lose touch with your nurturing qualities and sixth sense.
Cancer June 22-July 22
The fire within you is burning extra hot, Cancer, so make the most of this incredible internal furnace. Treat yourself to some new attire and proudly show it off tonight. Take the lead on projects that might be floundering. You have power behind your words and actions today, so use it for the highest good.
Leo
July 23-August 22 You may feel the urge to get up and go today, Leo, but at the same time you may feel like you aren’t prepared. Perhaps you don’t feel you’re on solid enough ground to take the next step. Don’t let the pressure of the outside world move you to a place you aren’t ready to go. Take things at your own pace, and be tolerant of those who choose to go at theirs.
Virgo
August 23-September 22
Tension is building today that may wreak havoc with your harmonious nature, Virgo. The key for you now is to see the opportunity instead of conflict in each situation. This is a good time to gain a greater perspective on certain things. A bit of internal transformation may take place when you see things from the other side of the fence.
Libra
September 23-October 23 You may feel extra passionate today, Libra, so don’t be surprised if you take things to extremes even more than usual. There’s an aggression within you that’s working to help keep you in control of every situation. Remember that you must be prepared to receive whatever you dish out. There’s a warring instinct in everyone that’s likely to emerge on a day like this.
Scorpio
October 24-November 21 Find your strength from within, Scorpio. There’s a great deal of it in there, and it’s ready to erupt like a volcano. Let your passion drive your engine today and you’ll be amazed at the incredible places you can go. Don’t be afraid to take things to extremes. Your fantastic good luck will pull you out of any sticky predicament.
Sagittarius November 22-December 21
Your strong yet steady pace may get a lift today, Sagittarius. It might seem like there’s a fire under your feet, and you probably need to keep moving in order to keep yourself from getting burned. Use your independent streak to get things done the way you want them. This could be a powerhouse day for you!
Capricorn December 22-January 19
Gurezi convenes public darbar
Directs officers to visit far flung villages BANDIPORE, SEPTEMBER 28: Minister of State for PHE, Irrigation and Flood Control, Mr Nazir Ahmed Gurezi Saturday visited the hilly and remote village Chak Mantrigam in Bandipore and convened a public darbar of locals to listen their demands. He assured them that their all genuine demands would be fulfilled as early as possible. Deputy Development Commissioner, Bandipore Mr M. Y. Zargar, SP Bandipore, Mr B. A. Khan, ExMLA Mr Ghulam Rasool Naaz, Assistant Commissioner Revenue, besides district and sectoral officers, Sarpanchs and the local populace attended the meeting. The Minister gave directions on the spot
to the officers for fulfilment of genuine demands raised by the public representatives. He asked the officers to visit such areas and take stock of the people’s problems for early settlement. He said that effective steps
There’s excitement today that indicates that things are happening, things are changing. Stay alert and in tune with what’s going on around you, Capricorn. There’s a wonderful energy charge urging you to push the boundaries of everything going on around you. Do your part to help the world evolve to a happier, more peaceful place.
Aquarius January 20-February 18
You’re the sensitive one in a sea of anger today, Aquarius, so keep your guard up. Don’t be tempted or seduced by any rage around you. Be wary of people who seem motivated by fear. You’ll be much better off when you align yourself with those who act from a point of neutrality and self-confidence. Model your behavior after the people you see as superheroes in your world.
Pisces
February 19-March 20 should be taken to provide all basic facilities to the people. He took stock of the facilities with regard to availability of PHE, power, roads, education, horticulture, social welfare, health, agriculture and other sectors.
You should mesh quite well with the prevailing energy today, Pisces. There’s a powerful, transformative force helping to give greater strength to your ego and vitality. Note the fiery energy about the day that encourages your dynamic and forceful personality to shine through. Feel free to express your independence in every situation.
Editorial/Opinion The Daily
Zabarwan Times Sunday, 29 September 2013
Summer session of the legislature important but too short
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he summer session of the state legislature has been going on since the inception of this legislative body and undoubtedly it attracts the attention of the common people who pin their hopes on the law makers to solve their day to day problems besides formulation of the policies and laws for overall development of the state. However, the session seems to be very short though it cannot be compared with the budget session which has more tasks to deal with including the annual budget but still the session at the summer capital should have had more duration so that it would look that the law makers would represent their areas properly and project the problems of the people as all ministers at the helm of affairs are present during the session and the representatives get ample time to present their view point on the implementation of different projects besides giving their views for betterment of their concerned constituencies. This also would give a feeling that the people of the valley are getting due attention of the government and their problems are given a preferable treatment. The session at the summer capital may look as a routine for some people but in fact this session exhibits the supremacy of the legislature so that other organs of the government are made answerable and effective in discharging their duties. The second most important argument for longer duration of the session is that there is a long gap between budget session and the summer session hence it needs to be longer so that the law making, policy formulation and implementation process of the government policies is properly monitored and supervised by the supreme pillar of the democracy called legislature. If we go by the precedence of the parliament then there should have been more than two sessions because there are certain issues, policies, law making and welfare measures which can not wait for so long as they would require the approval of the legislature. Of course there are issues of the national importance and security related ones which require the immediate attention discussions and policy formulations by the legislature. It is as such the call of the time that the duration of summer session in the summer capital should be definitely longer than what it is at present.
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AEPC’s Outlook, Role and Vision B
orn in 1978- Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC) is a sponsored body under the Ministry of Textiles. Build and lived to its mandate of Apparel and Garments export promotions in India; it tells the saga of the bygone era. From just being a quota monitoring entity, AEPC is today a powerful body for the promotion and facilitation of garment manufacturing and their exports. AEPC is endowed with the power to create myth, transcending moments of apparel export history as a narrative of extraordinary time. This body has recorded amazing kaleidoscopic breadth of events– witness of good and bad business environment. AEPC has often triumphant in the cause of promoting apparel export with the cooperation and stupendous talent of exports across India. Initially started with a just one office, with a passage of time it has grown to be the largest Export Promotion Council having membership of nearly 8000 from amongst large Corporate Houses, Star Trading Houses, Small & Medium Scale Units (SME), Trading Houses, etc. Out of the total membership of the Council, 85% constitutes the SMEs. AEPC is the official body of apparel exporters in India that provides invaluable assistance to Indian exporters as well as importers/international buyers who choose India as their preferred sourcing destination for garments. For Indian exporters, AEPC is quite literally a onestop shop for information; advise, technical guidance, workforce and market intelligence. Members have access to updated trade statistics, potential markets, info rmation on international fairs and assistance in participating at these fairs. It also plays a large role in identifying new markets and leading trade delegations to various countries. In recent years AEPC has worked tirelessly in integrating the entire industry - starting at the grass root level of training the workforce and supplying a steady stream of man power to the industry; identifying the best countries to source machinery and other infrastructure and brokering several path breaking deals for its members and finally helping exporters to showcase their best at home
fairs as well as be highly visible at international fairs the world over. The steady growth in the production and exports of apparel and garments from India has been the continuous journey of innovation and setting up quality standards in manufacturing and delivering services. This is evident as an ISO 9001:2000 and SA:8000 certified organization. Right from its inception organization been insisting the exporting community on the quality parameter – and the Council itself has the distinction for designing and execution of exhibition management services and provision of specialized management, educational, consulting and public relation services to apparel industry. As part of its philan-
Institutes of Apparel Management was established in 2007 with an intention to create professionals for “Business of Fashion” for Fashion, Textiles & Lifestyle Industry. IAM has been very instrumental to train Designers, Design Professionals, Design Managers, Designer Merchandisers, Quality Professionals etc. with a broad base knowledge of applied Management skills, competencies & understanding the dynamics of Apparel business in global context. IAM has for the first time in India developed the most contemporary and sought after Full time programmes and an array of Modular CE programmes which will give every individual an opportunity to upgrade their professional skills, key competencies &
AEPC is the official body of apparel
exporters in India that provides invaluable assistance to Indian exporters as well as
importers/international buyers who choose India as their preferred sourcing destination for garments.
thropic and skill development activity AEPC is working a strong supply chain for boosting the apparel industry. Today, AEPC runs 106 Apparel Training & Design Centre (ATDC) and more than 85,000 students trained mainly from weaker section of Society. It also manages the Institutes of Apparel Management (IAM) – “India’s First Apparel Multi Varsity” campus in Gurgaon. ATDC has emerged as India’s largest vocational Training Network for the Apparel Sector with over 75 ATDCs including 25 ATDCIGNOU Community Colleges and over 50 SMART Centers and Skill Camps at present in major Apparel clusters spread across 20 states Pan India. ATDC’s aim is to train skilled workforce for the rapidly growing export and domestic sectors of the Apparel Industry and upgrade the technical skills to improve quality, productivity and efficiency in a global context
knowledge by moving up in the knowledge value chain. AEPC’s ‘Skill Assessment Cell’ is setup with an objective to identify and consider the skill certification for early school leavers and existing workers, especially working in the unorganized sector. The project works in association with Ministry of Labour & Employment it seeks to develop a new strategic framework for skill development in close consultation with industries. This initiative is helping in boosting the morale, and uplifting the social status of workforce. Now AEPC Assessment Cell has done an assessment approximately of 1500 candidates. In order to make India a world class sourcing hub for apparel industry project DISHA (Driving Industry towards Sustainable Human Advancement) was started. This is an initiative of AEPC under umbrella of MOT for facilitating & preparing Indian
apparel manufacturers towards becoming more socially and environmentally responsible industry. The programme aims at capacity building of the SMEs on apparel sector through cluster level and unit level trainings on gap assessment and remediation of the same. In the current fiscal year apparel exporters are facing problem in getting more orders as the rupee is falling and possibility of getting business from US and EU is little hazy. Some of the SMEs are not able to utilize the 60% of installed capacity, which in turn is affecting their profitability. Decline in orders and less utilization of installed capacity, stiff competition from south Asian and south East Asian nations are the major reasons for the lost in jobs. If we look at the import of major market like USA and EU which contributed 80% of our total export to world have registered decline in volume wise import which suggests that in term of quantity export are not increasing which is affecting the orders. Decline in order leads to the shutting down of the units subsequently loss in jobs and business. To resist the jolt of world economic crisis we have made certain strategies where in we are emphasizing the diversification of market base. To diversify the market this year we are organizing mega show in Tokyo, Japan which is the third largest importer in world and India’s share in import is less than 1%. Success of this show may bring huge apparel business to India as Indian has already concluded India-Japan CEPA and has become effective since August 2011. Under the agreement duty free apparel import has been allowed in Japan since August 2011. We are organizing buyer’s seller meet in Tel Aviv, Israel; Barcelona and Madrid in Spain and New York in USA. We have also planned mega apparel show called magic fair in USA. AEPC resourcefulness to take calculated risk braving all odds, perceptible across all circumstances, is the key fuel for the India’s apparel export growth. With AEPC’s expertise and initiatives India’s apparel exports are sure to grow stronger each year in their achievements, skills and proficiency, while international buyers get superior solutions for their garments exports.
Renewable Energy an Important Source
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lectricity is one of the prime requirements for any country to develop. Without it, infrastructural bottlenecks accentuate, causing hurdles in growth across the board. Industries, Agriculture, services and in fact every walk of life need electricity to move forward. With this in view, India has been making all efforts to generate as much electricity as possible from different sources. These include Hydro, thermal, nuclear and even non conventional sources like solar and wind energy. The country is facing acute power shortage and its per capita consumption is one of the lowest. 75 % of the electricity is generated by burning coal and natural gas. If we continue to bank on our coal reserves so heavily these are estimated to last just for another 40 years. Besides, burning of coal raises environmental issues which should be avoided to the extent we can. Twin challenges of power and clean environment have to be met squarely. It is in this backdrop that the government of India has made energy generation through non-conventional sources one of its top priorities. Creation of a separate Ministry of new and renewable energy is a testimony to this effort. Because of these efforts generation from renewable sources of energy has trebled since 2005 from 5 to 15 GW. By 2022 it should reach 40 GW. According to an estimate, Potential of power generation through renewable sources of energy in the country is 150 GW. A lot more needs to be done therefore. As of now, electricity generation from renewable sources of energy is only 3.5%. It is likely to increase to 10% by 2022. Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission, launched on the 11th January, 2010 by the Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh is a major initiative in the field of giving a boost to utilisation of non-conventional sources of energy. The Mission has set the ambitious target of deploying 20,000 MW of grid connected solar power by 2022 . It is aimed at reducing the cost of solar power genera-
tion in the country through long term policy; large scale deployment goals; aggressive R&D; and domestic production of critical raw materials, components and products. The Mission will create an enabling policy framework to achieve this objective and make India a global leader in solar energy. The 11th Five Year Plan witnessed an impressive progress in research and development and deployment in renewable energy sector. Ministry of new and renewable energy has sponsored 169 R&D projects in the area of solar energy, bio-energy and hydrogen and fuel cells with a total outlay of about Rs.525 crore. Renewables contributed to nearly 14,660 MW power during the 11th Plan and they will become more important in future.
Ministry sanctioned a project for installation of standalone SPV power plants aggregating to 8740 kWp capacity in 4115 schools and 9 examination centers. During the current financial year, a project for installation of 560 SPV water pumping systems in six districts of Bihar has been sanctioned. A Plan has also been prepared for increased exploitation of various renewable energy sources in the country during the 12th Plan . The 12th Plan proposals envisage 29,800 MW grid-interactive and 3267 MW offgrid power generation capacity addition from various renewable energy sources and deployment of 7 lakh biogas plants, 35 lakh cook stoves, 8.5 lakh solar cookers and 80.5 lakh solar thermal energy systems in the country. Twenty
The country is facing acute power shortage
and its per capita consumption is one of the lowest. 75 % of the electricity is generated by burning coal and natural gas. If we
continue to bank on our coal reserves so
heavily these are estimated to last just for another 40 years.
The Ministry is providing subsidy of 30% million solar lighting systems and 20 of the benchmark cost of the solar million sq. solar thermal collector area is photovoltaic (SPV) systems. It is also envisaged by 2022. Efforts are also on to providing subsidy for installing solar promote wind power through private lanterns, home lights and small capacity sector investment by providing fiscal PV plants through NABARD, Regional and promotional incentives such as Rural Banks and other Commercial concessional import duty on certain Banks. Banks also extend credit facility components of wind electric generators to the beneficiaries at usual commercial and excise duty exemption to manufacrates to meet the rest of the cost. Upto turers. 10 years tax holiday on income 31st March, 2012 over nine lakh five generated from wind power projects is Besides, loans for thousand solar lanterns, eight lakh also available. sixty two thousand solar home lights installing windmills are available from and about eight thousand solar water Indian Renewable Energy Development pumping systems have been installed in Agency (IREDA) and other Financial the country. During 2011-12, the Institutions. Technical support is
provided by the Centre for Wind Energy Technology (C-WET), Chennai. The Government had announced a Generation Based Incentive (GBI) during 11th Plan period. Efforts are being made to continue the GBI scheme in 12th Plan. National Tariff Policy was amended mandating State discoms to have a solar RPO of 0.25% by 2013 reaching 3% by 2022. The Government has already implemented a scheme to procure 1000 MW of solar power and supplying it to State discoms after bundling with equivalent capacity of thermal power. Even generation of power from garbage and municipal solid waste is also being given due attention. The 16 megawatt project installed at Okhla in New Delhi is the only such project in operation in the country. The project, commissioned in May this year, has so far generated about 24 million units (kWh) of electricity. Projects on energy from municipal solid wastes (MSW) are being taken up by the Municipal Corporations in public private partnership mode by tying up with selected private companies. The need to tap new and renewable sources of energy to meet energy requirements of the country and protect the environment from greenhouse gases can hardly be overemphasised. Fortunately, there is abundance of solar energy available in most parts of the country. Ladakh, for instance has bright sunshine for 300 out of 360 days a year. No wonder it is one of the focus areas of the ministry in exploiting solar energy. What matters is to tap it for electricity generation or for other useful purposes. To make it affordable and cost effective, sincere efforts have to be made and suitable policies formulated. A total of around 1000 MW capacity solar power plants have been installed in the country in last two years and if this trend continues, the country will indeed achieve the target of 20000 MW by 2022. Alongside, due attention has to be paid to provide quality product and service to develop confidence among the users.
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How to motivate yourself to exercise at home Here are a few ways you can pep yourself up when you feel too bored or lazy to follow a fitness regime. If you thought working out at home is boring, monotonous and unexciting, give it a thought. While it might be pouring outside or you simply wake up late and miss out on your morning walk — working out at home is the best option. You just need to motivate and discipline yourself to exercise at home. Ways to motivate yourself Start with a new workout gear Working out at home doesn't mean you can simply wear your pyjamas and start exercising. This will make you feel more lethargic. Invest in a good pair of workout gear. Start with a comfortable pair of shorts, tops and shoes to boost your confidence. Play some peppy number Says Namita Jain, wellness expert, "Put on some good music before you start working out, preferably something latest that is on your mind. This will keep your spirits high and will help you to workout better." Get a fitness DVD When you are working out at home, you do not have a personal trainer to help you with your exercise. Thus get a fitness DVD — like a one for yoga, aerobics or some other dance form. It gives you a feeling of working out in a gym or a fitness studio and you do not feel like you are working out alone. Choose the right workout Working out at home also requires you to choose the right kind of workout that will keep you motivated to exercise. If you are the kind of person who gets bored walking on the treadmill or cycling at home, go in for pilates, yoga or zumba! Set up a routine Working out at home requires a lot of discipline. The best thing about exercising at home is that you can workout any time during the
day. Set yourself a time — are you more energetic in the mornings or do you like exercising after work? Spare yourself an hour every day and keep to it. You can also set a reminder on your mobile so that you do not miss out on your workout. Stock your fridge with healthy eats Says Samir Purohit, fitness expert, "Make sure that you keep only healthy edibles in your fridge. Store some juices, soya milk etc that will keep you motivated to workout." Hang a 'reach your goal' list Make sure you hang a note on your wall reminding you of the upcoming events that you need to exercise for — like a friend's wedding, reunion or a date. Put up pictures of your slimmer self Says Althea Shah, fitness expert, "Putting up pictures when you were fitter or slimmer will motivate you to workout." Find old pictures where you are wearing skinny jeans or pin up pictures of fitter celebrities on your fridge. Ask a friend to join you When you are working out at home, it tends to become very monotonous over a period of time. Call your best friend and ask him/ her to drop by at your place for a workout every morning or after working hours. This will keep you going and you will feel motivated to shed those extra kilos.
To be healthy, exercise with your pet!
Making your four-legged pal exercise can help him avoid health woes. A pet can also get you into shape, say experts. If you have been a couch potato so far, with little or no inclination to exercise, time you got yourself a four-legged pal. New research determines that children from dog-owning families exercise more than those without pooches. The American Journal of Public Health published a study saying kids with dogs spend an average of 325 minutes doing physical activity per day, 11 more than those without dogs. The same rule could apply for adults. It was also found that dogs can be very good motivators to get people moving. Fitness experts have their say: A study mentions how dog walkers meet cardio vascular exercise requirement at least thrice a week. "Though walking with the dog can be rejuvenating, it's not really a full-cardio workout. However, if you're running
with the dog it can reach the fat-burning range, which you need. What is advisable is to keep a heart rate monitor with you which shows if you are in the target heart rate zone," says fitness expert Althea Shah. What seems to be a distinct advantage of this outdoor workout is that while gym-goers exercise inside an air-conditioned gym, dog walkers are able to enjoy fresh air. Agrees Shah. "That would be true; you feel invigorated as it's the outdoors," she adds. A large difference between the gym and being outside is that for most people a gym workout starts to feel like a chore and dog-walking can be far more enjoyable. Says fitness expert Jivesh Shetty, "What happens is everybody doesn't have the same goals and passions, soon an 'X' amount of gym hours coupled with needing to eat correctly, becomes a strain. A pet can be a good start-up to the gym; they are playful so you don't realise the amount of time you spend
with them. It's also relaxing, a lot of workouts are stressful in the beginning, but being with a pet is like being with family. Plus, you can't always have a partner, or too many friends, so a dog can help. Evenings and early mornings give you a good hour of training. All said, in Mumbai there are only a few places where you can run with your dog. For building muscle, you need weight training." Avoid these woes: When pets gain flab, they increase the risk of developing arthritis, high blood pressure, diabetes, behavioral problems and cancer. Exercise is said to improve a dog's bone an joint health. 3 Ways to have fun with your pet 1) Play hide 'n' seek: Imagine you're playing throw and fetch but this time don't throw anything into the distance. Just show your pooch his or
her favorite toy. Hide it and tell him to go fetch it. 2) Follow your pace: Show your pet cat or dog or his favourite food or toy and then start walking with it. As he or she follows you, quicken the pace. 3) Create the 'dogstacle' course: Set up a realistic obstacle course made of empty boxers, small tubs and piled up pillows and make your dog jump over these. You can get creative and set up your own obstacle course alongside and have him play follow the leader.
The right way to cleanse your face
There is a right way to facial cleansing so your skin not only removes the dirt it accumulates but also helps keep clean Gone are the days when cleaning the face was just about splashing water and using a face wash. With so many new beauty techniques making it up for reads, and en number of drugstore products put to use for beautification, there's now a step-by-step to cleansing ones face. Here's a mini to-do list to washing your face just right.1. Take off your makeup: Yes, this is rule number one. Washing a caked up face does no good. Use a makeup remover, baby oil or an oil-based cream to take off that makeup from your face.2. Choosing the right product for your skin: It is important that you use the right products depending on your skin type. If you have normal
skin, you have the liberty to experiment with any product, but for a sensitive skin, use something that is gentle and does not bring about any breakouts. 3. Take time: Moisten your face with lukewarm wa-
ter (nothing too warm, or else it can make the skin dry and also harm the skin). Then use a cleanser that suits your skin type to clean the face. Take cleanser on your fingers and rub gently in a circular motion all over your face, going your way up and into the hairline and also down past your jawline.4. Wash it right: Washing the face more than once or twice can lead to irritation of the skin. If you're someone who sweats majorly, then maybe you can wash your face when you feel too much grime accumulation, also when you feel uncomfortable (then again don't overdo it). Even after a rigorous workout session, washing the face is recommended. Otherwise, no matter what skin type you be, stick to washing the face just twice, in the morning and before you sleep at night.
Drinking tea: Health benefits of different types of tea
Indian’s love their strong chai, but today there are wide varieties of tea in the market besides our masala and ginger chais. We have heard claims about green tea being good for weight loss and chamomile tea reducing stress, but what are the other kinds of teas and what are their health benefit claims? We take a look at the flourishing tea market, its vast and interesting varieties and the health benefits of different kinds of tea available to us today.
How to brew oolong tea:
- Bring water to a boil and use this water to rinse and heat up the tea cups. - Add the oolong leaves to the tea pot and add boiling water to it. - Cover the tea pot for max three minutes. - Serve the tea while it’s hot. - Tip: You can reuse the leaves a couple of times too Health benefits of oolong tea: This tea is partially fermented and is fast catching up as a weight loss remedy. Besides this, oolong tea is beneficial for lowering bad cholesterol, healthy for type 2 diabetics, patients with heart diseases, reduces high blood pressure, prevents tooth decay and improves your skin thanks to antioxidants. The research on these claims are in the preliminary stages, so there is no hard hitting evidence to prove these facts. Some brief research results (keep in mind that these are inconclusive): -Oolong tea blocked oxidation by 50% over 15 days. -Primary research suggests that oolong tea increases metabolism, burns fat and blocks fat absorption. But the extent is not yet clear. -Research says that this tea reduces cholesterol and increases plasma adiponectin levels which saves you from the epidemic of obesity. -When it comes to skin disease like eczema, a study reveals that if you drink one liter of oolong tea, your skin will show moderate improvement
after a month. -Another study claims that oolong tea prevents the formation of enzymes that cause ‘plaque’ on your teeth.
How to brew peppermint tea:
- Take fresh sprig of peppermint, use only the leaves and make them into small bits. - Let dry for 24 hours in the sun, making the leaves crispy. - In a vessel, bring the water to boil and add two tablespoons of peppermint tea. - Let it boil for 20 minutes and add a twig of fresh mint to the water. - Strain the leaves in a pot and add sugar to taste. Health benefits of peppermint tea: Don’t get flustered by peppermint tea, it simply means pudina tea, essentially tea brewed from pudina. This is herbal tea and peppermint has medicinal properties for an upset tummy, or so the claims suggest. A point to note, peppermint oil has been clinically tested and it has shown relaxation effects on gastrointestinal tissue. The tests also mention that peppermint oil builds immunity and is beneficial for cancer patients for its ‘chemopreventive potential’. Peppermint oil can also be used as an antioxidant, based on research.
How to brew Parsley tea:
- Boil the water and remove it from the heat - Chop some parsley leaves and add to the hot water. - Let steep in the water for 20 minutes. - Strain the water and you do not have to add sugar to it. - If you want to warm it up again, let it heat up but do not let it boil. Health Benefits of parsley tea: Parsley has two major properties: antioxidants and vitamin C.
Hence parsley can reduce free radicals giving you ageless skin and it can reduce inflammation that is a symptom for osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. So far research hasn’t linked parsley tea to these health benefits. There is no way of asserting how much parsley tea is needed to reduce osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and skin damage.
How to brew Chamomile tea:
- In a pot, add Chamomile tea flowers and then
this tea increases amino acids that relieve muscle spasms. This could be the answer for fighting the common cold especially during the monsoon.
How to brew Matcha tea:
- The tea powder should be at room temperature. - In a bowl, add a teaspoon of matcha tea and add one fourth cup of hot water. - Whisk the tea and try to dissolve the matcha. One rule while whisking, move the whisk in a vertical direction without touching the bottom. - When it turns light green, it is ready to drink. Health benefits of Matcha tea: This is a Japanese tradition, where the monks used matcha tea to relax, but that’s not all. Believers claim that matcha tea is a good antioxidant, in fact - even as good as dark chocolate. -It is also believed that matcha has the ability to fight carcinogens or cancer causing cells. Matcha tea also claims to reduce bad cholesterol and weight loss. -It is also a detoxifying agent that is rich in fiber.
How to brew Rooibos tea:
add hot water. - Let steep for three minutes. - Strain the flowers and add honey or a few drops of lime juice. Health benefits of Chamomile tea: We may be aware that Chamomile tea has magical properties that relax and calm you. But did you know chamomile tea can reduce menstrual cramps and control your cold? However, researchers are still trying to determine these health benefits of chamomile tea. One research reveals that chamomile tea increases immunity of the body while the other says that
- In a pot add, Rooibos tea and then add hot water. - Let steep for three minutes. - Strain the flowers and add honey or a few drops of lime juice to it. Health benefits of Rooibos tea: Rooiboos tea is gaining popularity and is becoming a hot favourite with fitness enthusiast. The claims are almost alike with other teas; rooiboos tea also claims to slow down aging, builds immunity, relaxes the muscles, is excellent for skin ailments and reduces cramps. Apparently, red rooiboos tea is a good source for calcium,
therefore it strengthens your bones. Rooiboos tea can also reduce stress, something most of us need at the end of the day.
How to brew Hibiscus tea:
- Add the shoeflower or hibiscus to boiling water and add a cinnamon stick. If you want stronger flavour add the flower to the water but do not let it steep for more than 20 minutes. It will turn bitter. - Add honey and a few drops of lime to it. Health benefits of Hibiscus tea: What makes this tea different? Well, it is made from flowers and it’s a growing trend. When it comes to health benefits, there’s not much that separates this tea from the rest. This tea also claims to reduce blood pressure, lowers cholesterol and reduces sugar absorption in the body. How to brew Pu erh tea: There are two ways to brew this pu erh tea: The Western way and the Chinese way. The Western method involves the same steps as brewing hibiscus tea. While the Chinese method of brewing involves several steps from rinsing the leaves with hot water to steeping the leaves in a particular temperature. Healh benefits of Pu erh tea: In China, this is known as medicinal tea, but it is apparently a good hangover cure as well. Pu erh tea also claims to increase metabolism, lower blood pressure and cholesterol, improve digestion and detoxify the body.
How to brew Barley tea:
- You need roasted barley - Boil the water with the barley seeds. - Strain the water and add few drops of lime Health benefits of Barley tea: This will remind you of barley water, which is a refreshing drink in the summer. But in Japan, barley tea is called mugacho. The biggest difference is that this tea can improve the flow of the blood. Along with other health benefits, barley tea is an antioxidant and reduces tooth decay.
Spicy food and the explosive effect Low wages could lead to hypertension
Indians love their spices. But did you know that excessively spicy food can lead to all sorts of digestion issues? We spoke to Dr. S K Thakur, Gastroenterologist from Moolchand Medcity, New Delhi. He explains, "Spices are added to our food to improve the taste. However, once they reach the digestive tract they may cause irritation to the stomach's mucosal lining. Spices increase the acid secretion and reduce the strength of the gastritis mucosal barrier." "Overindulgence of spicy food may cause various stomach ailments. The
main reason behind these problems is the presence of high acidic content in spicy food. Although spices provide a number of vitamins and nutrients that are present in abundance, too much of these nutrients can be harmful too," he adds. Following are the ailments caused by extra spices in everyday food: Acid reflux: Spices are basically a combination of acids. When too much of these acids are introduced into the stomach, which already has its own acidic contents, it starts damaging the walls of the stomach. Acute gastritis: It is caused due to inflammation of the gastric mucosa, the membrane that lines the stomach. Many people suffer occasional, mild bouts of gastritis, which are often passed off as simple indigestion. Acute gastritis is generally characterized by symptoms such as vomiting, nausea, fever, diarrhea, headache accompanied by bleeding in vomiting or passed in the stool.
Gastric ulcer: Spicy food can cause ulcers in the sensitive mucosal lining or in the small intestine, called the duodenum (duodenal ulcer), or either in the esophagus (esophageal ulcer). Gastric ulcers are painful causing burning stomach pain, nausea, vomiting and weight loss. Insomnia: Spicy food raises the body temperature, which may trigger insomnia thus, it is advisable to avoid spicy food at dinner. Loss of appetite: Spicy food is safe for consumption when taken in moderate amounts. One may eat spicy food 3-4 times a week. Spicy food lovers should take care of the following: -Spices should only be taken in main meals -Avoid combination of fried oily and spicy food as it can increase acid secretion -Avoid having spicy food in late night meals -Drink milk in order to neutralize acid secreted by spicy food If you are experiencing digestion issues due to spicy food, then take antacids one hour after the meal and before bedtime.
Workers earning the lowest wages have a higher risk of hypertension than those who receive handsome salaries, a new study suggests. The correlation between wages and hypertension was especially strong among women and persons between the ages of 25 to 44. "We were surprised that low wages were such a strong risk factor for two populations not typically associated with hypertension, which is more often linked with being older and male," J. Paul Leigh, senior author of the study and professor of public health sciences at UC Davis said. "Our outcome shows that women and younger employees working at the lowest pay scales should be screened regularly for hypertension as well," Leigh said. The study is believed to be the first to isolate the role of wages in hypertension, which occurs when the force of circulating blood against artery walls is too high. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, hypertension affects approximately 1 in 3 adults in the US and costs more than 90 billion dollars each year in health-
care services, medications and missed work days. It also is a major contributor to heart disease and stroke, both of which are leading causes of death and disability. While there is a known association between lower socioeconomic status (SES) and hypertension, determining
the specific reason for that association has been difficult, according to Leigh. Other researchers have focused on factors such as occupation, job strain, education and insurance coverage, with unclear results. Leigh's study was the first to focus on wages and hypertension.
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Obama comes down on side of singh, sen and socialism in debate about poverty Agencies NEW YORK: Derided by critics as a servitor and doormat when it comes to domestic politics, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has repeatedly shown that he can hold his own when it comes to international relations — bar, some commentators feel, when it comes to Pakistan. On Friday, Singh pushed back against the United States on many fronts, quite perceptively persuading President Obama to accept his view on at least two issues. The first was the trade and commerce relationship between the two sides that has hit a rough patch lately. Ahead of Singh’s visit, US lawmakers and lobbyists acted in tandem to pile up a laundry list of complaints against New Delhi, drumming up a steady refrain that India was reverting to its socialist tendencies, particularly in the light of increased social safety net spending, and setting up roadblocks against foreign (read American) businesses. Singh was unapologetic about the road he has chosen, telling the US President that “India is a poor country” and his government’s basic task is to improve the standard of living of its people and getting rid of mass poverty, ignorance and disease which still afflict millions. “And in that struggle, we want America to
stand by our side,” Singh said, with Obama seated beside him. He further added that “in the President, the United States has a leader who realizes and recognizes the contribution that a resurgent India can make not only to fighting poverty, but also to global peace and prosperity.” The argument for pro-poor poli-
cies evidently made an impression on Obama, who has himself been dubbed a closet socialist. Despite pressure from domestic trade groups, US president did not push back with the counter-argument presented by many economists — most evident in the Bhagwati vs Sen debate in India — that taking care of growth rate is a
better way of lifting the poor out of poverty than dole and subsidies. “India continues to grow at an amazing rate, but as Prime Minister Singh indicates, obviously there are a lot of people in India that are still trapped in poverty,” Obama said, seeming to agree with the Manmohan Singh-Amartya Sen-Jean Dreze prescription. “His primary priority has been to alleviate that poverty and give all the people of India opportunity. And we want to make sure that we’re strong partners in helping him to realize that vision, because we believe that if there’s a strong India that that’s good for the world and it’s ultimately good for the US.” The other issue where Singh pushed back publicly was Pakistan, where many domestic commentators contend that he has been soft, in part because of sentimental reasons and in part due to US pressure. After Obama spoke of their shared interest in seeing a peaceful reduction of tensions on the subcontinent and thanked the Prime Minister “for what has been a consistent interest in improving cooperation between India and Pakistan,” Singh lit into the issue, telling the US President of the “difficulties that we face given the fact that the epicenter of terror still remains focused in Pakistan.”
No going back on Telangana: Digvijaya Singh Agencies A day after the Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Kiran Kumar Reddy urged the Congress leadership to take back the decision to bifurcate the state, party general secretary Digvijaya Singh Saturday said there was no question of a rollback. He told reporters in New Delhi that the Congress Working Committee (CWC) took a decision after consultations with all and after near-unanimity among all political parties. Digvijaya Singh is also in charge of Congress affairs in Andhra Pradesh. “Before the CWC took the decision, all senior leaders from Telangana and Seemandhra unanimously said they would abide by the decision of the high command,” Digvijaya Singh said. “The decision was taken after near-unanimity among all parties. Parties like TDP, YSR Congress and BJP can go back on the decision but a national party like Congress can’t go back,” he said. When asked about Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Kiran Kumar’s remarks about him, Digvijaya Singh said he would react after going through the statement. Reddy had Friday said that Digvijaya Singh was not permanent general secretary of the Congress and mocked claims that all issues raised by the anti-bifurcation people were being looked into.
Ordinance aimed only at ‘saving’ Lalu Prasad, says BJP Agencies BANGALORE: The BJP on Saturday said Congress sought to issue the ordinance on lawmakers in a hurry to “save” its ally Lalu Prasad, in case he is convicted in the fodder case on September 30. “If ordinance is not issued before the 30th and if there is a judgement negative against him, then he will lose his membership,” senior BJP leader M Venkaiah Naidu told a press conference here. Asked if the intention of the ordinance is to “save” Prasad, he said: “Undoubtedly”, adding, the Congress also wanted to save one of their MPs, Rasheed Masood, who was convicted recently, and the party is expecting such judgements in case of some others also. On Rahul Gandhi’s denunciation of the ordinance on lawmakers and attack on government, Naidu said the “real intention” of the Congress vice-president is to “show” the Prime Minister “who the real boss is”. The ordinance was not an overnight development, he pointed out. It was approved by the core group chaired by the Congress government and was cleared by the Cabinet. It was earlier moved as a bill. “The Supreme Court delivered it judgement on the convicted
Nitish slams corporates for Union minister Adhir Chowdhury breaking into political discourse charge sheeted in murder case in Bengal Agencies In a full-throated attack on big businesses and the media, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has said corporates, which were ‘apolitical’ till recently, have stepped
he said in an exclusive conversation with The Hindu at his official residence. This amounted to reversing the democratic achievement of taking the power to the poorest and weakest sections, but their attempt would not suc-
into the political discourse. “There is a politicisation of corporates. For their interests, they are speaking in favour of an individual,”
ceed, he argued. Mr. Kumar said attempts to impose a presidentialstyle contest on a parliamentary setup like India would
Pakistan jolted by another strong earthquake Agencies KARACHI: Several cities of Pakistan’s Sindh and Balochistan provinces were on Saturday hit by a massive aftershock measuring 6.8, three days after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck the region killed over 500 people. Pakistan’s Met office measured the earthquake at 7.2, while the US Geological Survey (USGS) recorded it at 6.8 on the Richter Scale. Tremors were felt in provincial capitals Karachi and Quetta.All the local television channels showed people rushing out of their offices in Karachi after the latest tremors.“The tremors were not so strong as last time but one could still feel the chairs moving and tables shaking,” Adnan Ahmed a employee of a media group said.Zahid Rafi, director of the National Seismic Centre, said that the origin of this earthquake was once again Awaran.“But these were more like strong aftershocks and more can be expected,” he said. He said the tremors could be felt in major cities like Karachi,
Quetta, Larkana, Jacobabad, Khairpur, Naseerabad, Sukkur, Mustung and Kharan. Rescue teams are still to reach several remote areas, including the worst-hit Balochistan’s Awaran district near the epicentre of Tuesday’s temblor. While the official death count stands at 515, unofficial figures are as high as 700, with more than 800 injured. The earthquake left more than 50,000 people homeless in these areas. The quake-hit area was also rocked on Friday by a massive aftershock measuring 5 on the Richter scale. Pakistan’s met office said the epicentre of the aftershock was in Ormara and its depth was around 10 km.According to an official preliminary damage assessment, Awaran has borne just “partial damage” of 30 to 40 percent. Two other districts ? Mashkal and Malar ? were said to be “badly hit” with 80 to 90 per cent damage.A map showing the damages was uploaded by ISPR chief Maj Gen Asim Bajwa last night via Twitter to “just to give an idea about the extent of damage”.
fail. It might work in a twoparty system, but it was not compatible with a “multiplicity of parties.” He did not name any individual, but his comments were clearly directed at the campaign of BJP’s prime ministerial candidate Narendra Modi. Mr. Kumar said that while religion and caste would continue to be factors, he sought to create a separate identity— of Bihari subnationalism — to weaken other categories. The Chief Minister said the Raghuram Rajan committee’s report, which has worked out a new development index, marked a “step forward” for Bihar, which along with eight other States has been ranked the least developed. It was also an acknowledgement of the principle that the least developed States merited special assistance, a demand Mr. Kumar has been making for long. Asked whether this would pave the way for him to ally with the Congress, he was non-committal.
Agencies Union minister of state for Railways Adhir Chowdhury, against whom a non-bailable arrest warrant has been issued for alleged conspiracy in a murder case, was today charge sheeted by the police in a Murshidabad court. The charge sheet filed before a court in Berhampore alleged that Chowdhury conspired in the murder of Trinamool Congress worker Kamal Sheikh in Golabazar area of the district in 2011. Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate of district court, Ali Biswas, had yesterday issued the non-bailable arrest warrant against the minister. When contacted, Chowdhury accused the ruling Trinamool Congress of pursuing vindictive politics in the state. “I have been falsely implicated in this case. I will soon give a full report to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Congress President Sonia Gandhi,” Chowdhury told PTI from Delhi. “The Mamata Banerjee government has been trying to use police to stifle the voice of the Opposition,” he said. “They are following the same tactics pursued by the Left Front
government to destroy democracy in the state,” he said. Chowdhury said he was not
bothered by the case. “The police have been implicating Congress leaders in false cases to weaken the Congress in the state. “I will inform the Prime Minister and Congress president about the
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autocratic rule in West Bengal,” he said. WBPCC President Pradip Bhattacharjee termed it as vindictive
politics by the Trinamool Congress government. Congress supporters blocked roads in Murshidabad and took out processions in all 26 blocks of the district in protest.
‘netas’ on July 10. Even the review petition filed by the UPA government was rejected on 4th September. For two months and 25 days, neither Rahul Gandhi nor the Congress Party has said anything against this move of the government”, Naidu noted. Rahul chose to speak against the ordinance after “condemnation from all quarters” against the move and President Pranab
Mukherjee questioning its objective, he alleged. “The belated blistering attack on the ordinance is a well orchestrated political stunt to salvage the image of the party,” Naidu said. He said the Prime Minister’s image has already reached “lowest ebb. “I don’t think any PM has suffered such humiliation. After this action of the Congress leadership, which undermined the authority of Prime Minister, no body will take him seriously in future. The only way is to step down and go for early elections”.
Honour of PM post must be preserved: Chouhan on Rahul’s remarks A day after Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi criticised the ordinance on convicted lawmakers, Madhya Pradesh chief minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Saturday said the honour of the Prime Minister’s Office has to be maintained at any cost. “The comments made by Rahul Gandhi about the ordinance amounted to an insult of the Prime Minister and his council of ministers,” Chouhan said in a statement. “An ordinance can be good or bad, but those sitting on constitutional posts must always be honoured. The honour of the Prime Minister’s post be preserved at all cost,” the Chief Minister added. In a major embarrassment to the UPA government, Gandhi yesterday denounced the controversial ordinance to negate the Supreme Court verdict on convicted lawmakers as ‘complete nonsense’ and said the ordinance should be ‘torn up and thrown away’.
Haryana govt draws up scheme for NRIs to aid in state’s growth Agencies Haryana government has started a new scheme aimed at improving its coordination with NRIs for the purpose of achieving greater development for the state. The decision to start the ‘Pravasi Haryanvi Bhagidari Vikas Yojna’ was taken at a meeting of the state’s rural development and panchayat officials under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda on Saturday, an official release said at Chandigarh. The scheme aims to encourage NRIs hailing from Haryana to maintain emotional roots with their place of birth. It also seeks to inspire them to contribute towards the development of their native villages and towns. Hooda gave his approval for the setting up of district- level committees under the chairmanship of the deputy commissioner for receiving proposals from NRIs regarding development projects to be adopted or funded by them. The committee would also decide
whether the work is to be undertaken at the government level or by any other agency. A state-level cell would also be created under the chairmanship of the chief secretary to supervise and monitor the functioning of the district committees.
The district committee would maintain a database of all NRIs from the district with details of their addresses, etc. The aim is provide a single-window clearance mechanism for NRI investors willing to invest in the development of the state, the release added.
Death toll in Mumbai building collapse climbs to 25 MUMBAI: Rescue operations continued on Saturday to find any possible survivor in the huge rubble of the five-storey residential BMC building BMC that collapsed in Mazgaon area in Mumbai as the death toll in the incident rose to 25. "The death toll in the collapse has risen to 25 and 32 people are injured," civic sources told and added that more persons were feared trapped under the debris. However, the deceased have not been identified yet. The injured have been admitted to state-run JJ Hospital and Nair Hospital.On Friday night, the toll stood at 13 including three of family.Relatives of the missing persons wailed as heavy machinery lifted large slabs of concrete and rescue workers scoured the site. Around 21 families, which were BMC's tenants, lived in the 30-year-old structure. It was categorized as a C-2 building, which meant that it was in need of urgent repairs. The building is located on Brahmadev Khot Marg near Babu Genu market in the Mazgaon area, which is close to the Dockyard Road railway station on the harbour railway line. Anish Kadam (10), Diptesh Kadam (16), Habib Shaikh (22), Tauqeer Shaikh (22), Haroon Shaikh (24) and Ajay Chendvankar (40) were among those rescued. DS Patil, a fire brigade official, was injured during rescue operation. On Friday, Maharashtra chief minister Prithviraj Chavan had a meeting with senior officials and asked them to ensure effective relief and rescue operation. He also visited the injured at the JJ Hospital and said strict action will be taken against those found guilty of the building's collapse. BMC said it has formed two committees to probe the collapse incident and ordered audit of similar buildings in the city. The civic body has filed a complaint against one 'Mamamiyan Decorator' who had allegedly made some alterations on the ground floor of the building. The affected families would be given alternative accommodation in the vicinity. It has also announced a compensation of Rs 2 lakh each to the family of the deceased. The BMC has also decided to bear the cost of treating the injured, civic officials said. This is the second major building collapse in Mumbai this year. Aftab Mansion, a residential building in suburban Mahim West had collapsed in June, killing ten people.
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saifullah inaugurates Drugmulla Premier League Cricket tournament
Rauf rules out travelling to Mumbai for IPL scam probe Agencies
Announces 22 cricket kits, Rs. 2 lakh for flush point at BHS SRINAGAR, SEPTEMBER 28: The Minister for Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, Mir Saifullah today inaugurated Drugmulla Premier League Cricket Tournament. As many as 22 cricket teams are participating in the tournament. The inaugural match was played between Young Boys, Drugmulla and Friends Eleven Shatripora. The Young Boys Drugmulla won the toss and bated first.Deputy Commissioner, Kupwara, Irfat Hussain Rafiqi, SSP Kupwara, Mr. Abdul Jabar, senior citizens and a large number of students were present on the occasion. Speaking on the occasion, the Minister said that the Government is abreast with the problems of the people and adding that every effort is being made to redress their grievances. He said such types of
tournament are vital for encouraging youth towards sports. He assured the people of Drugmulla that in view of its central position, one Administration Block, Sports Stadium and
other developmental programmes are on anvil.On this occasion, he announced Rs. 2 lakh for construction of flush point at Boys higher secondary school, Drugmulla and cricket
Rajiv Shukla, two others to become new BCCI vice-presidents Agencies Senior politician and Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association chief Rajiv Shukla will be one of the three new vice-presidents of the BCCI even as South Zone expectedly nominated N Srinivasan for the post of President ahead of the Board’s AGM here tomorrow. Ravi Savant and DDCA secretary Sneh Bansal are the other two new vice-presidents after incumbents Arun Jaitley, Niranjan Shah and Sudhir Dabir refused extension for various reasons. While Bansal replaces his state association president Jaitley as the vicepresident from North Zone, Savant, who was an interim treasurer, will be a vice-president replacing veteran Saurashtra CA supremo Shah. Former IPL chairman Shukla will replace
Vidarbha CA’s Dabir as the vice-president from the central zone. A busy union minister in the UPA II government, the vice-President’s post will help Shukla concentrate on his political commitments as the general elections approach. While BJP heavyweight and leader of opposition in Rajya Sabha, Jaitley, has bigger political commitments with general elections in 2014, Dabir and Shah didn’t want an year’s extension. Cricket Association of Bengal veteran Chitrak Mitra and HCA president and former India off-spinner Shivlal Yadav were game with an year’s extension. Savant had to be accommodated in the core team with a good designation as he has helped Srinivasan, who is seeking an extended one-year term, out in the crisis situation that emerged due to the IPL spot-fixing scandal.
kits costing Rs. 50,000 in favour of 22 cricket teams. He appealed all the concerned departments to lend their helping hand to make the tournament a big success.
Disgraced Pakistan umpire, Asad Rauf has ruled out travelling to Mumbai for any investigation into the IPL spot-fixing scandal in which he was chargesheeted by the Mumbai police. “We have full faith in the Indian courts but not in the Mumbai police. The present circumstances don’t allow me to travel to India,” Rauf said on Saturday. “But I have consulted my lawyers and I am willing to fully cooperate with any inquiry by the ICC anti-corruption and security unit,” he said.The Pakistani umpire has suffered a fall from grace since being named in the IPL spot fixing scandal. He was first dropped from the Champions Trophy umpires panel and then was not retained on the ICC Elite panel of umpires. Rauf admitted for the first time that he had been sidelined from the Champions Trophy because of the IPL scandal.“It is because of the unfounded charges made by Mumbai police
that I was dropped from the Champions Trophy panel. They have tried to villify
“I challenge the Mumbai police to produce these bags in any court and open
me in an organized manner,” Rauf said. Rauf also addressed a press conference in his hometown Lahore yesterday with his lawyer to defend himself. The Pakistani umpire said the Mumbai police and media had claimed he had left behind a bag containing valuable watches and other gifts when he left India earlier this year during the IPL.
them there and see what was in them. I just had carpets and shawls in them,” he said.Rauf also defended himself that accepting gifts from close friends was not a crime.“It was usual for friends to bring gifts which were not very valuable for me, most of these gifts were of sacred nature. I have never accepted any gifts in exchange for any spot fixing scam.
Unmukt century takes Delhi to Challenger Series final Agencies INDORE: The immensely talented Unmukt Chand again showed his ability to rise to the occasion as his stroke-filled century guided Delhi to the final of the NKP Salve Challenger series with a thumping 112-run win over India ‘Red’ in the last round robin league match on Saturday. The Virat Kohli led side will meet Yuvraj Singh’s India ‘Blue’ in the final of the tournament. Courtesy Unmukt’s 119 and skipper Virat Kohli’s useful 63, Delhi piled up a huge total of 342 for six in 50 overs after being put into bat. Milind Kumar with 52-ball-57 and Rajat Bhatia with an unbeaten 19-ball-40 also beefed up the score in the end. In reply, India ‘Red’ were all-out for 230 in 40.1 overs with Gurkeerat Singh (83) making an effort to resist the inevitable. While veteran seamer Ashish Nehra (4/38) provided early breakthroughs, left-arm spin-
ner Varun Sood (5/84) took vital wickets in the middle-order. The day belonged 20-year-old Unmukt who
faced 131 balls hitting 12 boundaries and three sixes. Senior pro Virender Sehwag (8) failed on Sat-
urday while Gautam Gambhir (20) continued from his woeful form in county circuit. However Virat Kohli was in his fluent self as he hit 63 off only 55 balls with five fours and two sixes -- one each of off-spinner Yusuf Pathan and left-arm spinner Shahbaz Nadeem. At the other end, Unmukt launched into India pacer Umesh Yadav (9-0-85-1), who had a horrible day in office, spraying the ball all over the place. He played some flowing cover drives but was also not afraid to play the lofted stroke. He hoicked Abhimanyu Mithun for couple of sixes -- one over mid-wicket while the other was straight over bowler’s head. Sandeep Warrier who bowled to a tight line initially wasn’t spared either as he was slashed over extra cover for a six. Unmukt-Kohli duo added 93 runs for the second wicket before the Delhi skipper was stumped by Smit Patel trying to hit a second successive six off Nadeem. The Jharkhand slow bowler managed to hold his own with figures of 2/54 from 12 overs, as others leaked runs.
Atul Pangotra Shines in National Taekwondo championship in Manipur Anayat Ali Leh:Jammu & Kashmir Taekwondo Association State team participated in 6thNationalTaekwondo Poomsae Championships from 19th to 22nd September, 2013 at Khuman Lampak Indoor Stadium, Imphal, Manipur organized by Taekwondo Federation of India and lived upto its reputation and came outwithflying colors. Mr. Atul Pangotra (Commonwealth Medalist) and Working in Youth Services & Sports Dept, J&K Govt.) Retain his last year title and won Gold Medal for J&K state in the 2nd Senior Individual Category. He was continuing his winning spree from 2008 by winning Gold. He was already won Bronze medal for India in Commonwealth Taekwondo Championship and he is selected for the 8th World Taekwondo Poomsae championship held in Bali, Indonesia from 31st Oct to 3rd Nov, 2013. Atul was always the member of Indian team in all the world championships. Last year he was selected for the world championship in Colombia but due to financial problem he was not participated. So we hope state Govt. take initiative and
sponsor him so that he bring laurel for state in the International level also. Chairman J&K Tae-
Sports infrastructure development being prioritized: Taj SOPORE SEPTEMBER 28: Minister for Medical Education, Youth Service and Sports, Mr. Taj Mohi-ud-Din today said that the Government is giving priority to the development of sports infrastructure in the State. He said new mini sports complex are being developed in the State while as the already exiting stadia once are being strengthen, both in equipment and quality. Addressing a gathering here after giving away prizes among the winners of cricket tournament today,
the Minister said directions have already been given for acquisition of plan to take all the uncovered and farflung area in the State on the map of sports infrastructure.Terming sports a means to shape up once personality, Mr. Taj said youth are the future of society and the Government has started giving sports infrastructure a relook so that youth are engaged in positive and constructive direction. He said every block in the State would have sports complex and every Panchayat would
have a play field. The Minister said that sports complex; he had announced at Hatlungu, Sopore would be completed within the deadline period at a cost of Rs. 5 crore. Former MLA, Hajji Rashid, Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Mr. G. A. Khawaja, SDM Sopore, officers of District Administration and sports lovers were present on the occasion. As many as 56 teams from different areas of Baramulla district participated in the tournament and competed for the top spot.
kwondo Association Sh. Anil Gupta (Annu) congratulated the team and coaches for excellent
performance in the above said championship and Atul Pangotra for Selection in Indian team. Under the dynamic leadership of Sh. Anil Gupta J&K team continue giving best result because he always motivating players and felicitate for
best performance and after reaching Jammu Sh. Anil Gupta organize a felicitation function for all team members and felicitate them in that President JKTA Sh. P.C. Sharma, Secretary Sh. D.N. Pangotra and Vice- President Nisar Hussain also congratulated all the team members and medal winner and selected player and wish him Good luck to maintain their winning Spree in the next Championship and thanked Jenab. Taj Mohi ud din Hon’ble Minister for Sports, Sh. Dileep Thussu (Secretary J&K State Sports Council) and Sh. Naveen Aggarwal (IPS)( Director General, Youth Services & Sports Dept) for kind support and special thanks to Sh. Hartej Singh, Principal, Govt. College of Physical Education, Ganderbal and Prof. Mushtaq Azad where Atul Pangotra presently perusing B.P.Ed on Govt. deputation. they Motivate Mr. Atul Pangotra for practice during course. Other members of State team are:- Nitin Kumar, Manoj Singh, Nitin Singh Rathore, Rohit Sharma, Dr.Kanav Mahajan, Narainder Sharma, Burhan Khan, Mohd Saud Bhat, Mukta Gupta, Zaheer, Anuj Sharma, Sunil Singh, Arvind Kumar Satti & Rajat Thakur.
After Sehwag, Yuvraj presents his case Agencies The fight for the middle order is getting intense. After Virender Sehwag announced his intentions with a quick fifty at No 4, Yuvraj Singh scored a blistering 84 at the same spot on Friday as his India Blue beat India Red by 11 runs to enter the final of the Challenger Trophy. The old guard might be trying to fight their way back into the team with bold strokeplay since their fitness levels pale in comparison to that of the acrobatic youngsters. Like Sehwag, Yuvraj was in an aggressive mood although he had to overcome a shaky start against the pace of Umesh Yadav. With both Sehwag and Yuvraj not able to move as fast as they could earlier, two of the selectors here, Sandeep Patil and Rajinder Hans, will be tempted to look at the youngsters too, especially for the forthcoming Australia ODIs. Reds’ Abhinav Mukund made almost a run-aball 83, Smit Patel a 67 while Blues’ opener Akshath Reddy impressed with an 84. Seasoned at 29, Abhishek Nayar was the star for the Blues, hitting a blazing 75 off 39 balls.
The selectors may yet consider the older men keeping in mind the popularity that comes with their aggression. They’d already given Yusuf Pathan that benefit by appointing him the captain of India Red. He was struggling throughout as the Blues started well with Reddy and Manish Pandey putting on 143 for the second wicket. The tempo was carried on by Yuvraj and Nayar but in more murderous fashion. The duo plundered over 150 in 13 overs. Chasing 346 was tough but the outfield and track made things manageable. Patel and Mukund dug in to stitch a century partnership for the second wicket. The momentum on, it was up to Yusuf now. But, walking in to replace an injured Patel ahead of specialist batsmen, he did what a skipper isn’t supposed to, display indiscretion. That set the Reds back and although a late charge by the lower order saw them make a match of it, they were always playing the chasing game.