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Cross-Border Heroin Smugglers Busted In JK With 11 Kgs Heroin, Rs 11.82 Lakh Cash

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SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir police on Thursday claimed to have arrested two cross-border narcotic smugglers along with 11 kgs of heroin worth 70 crores in the international market.
A police spokesman, in a statement, said that based on specific information from Srinagar Police, a narcotic substance, i.e., heroin weighing 11.089 kg (worth approximately 70 crores in the international market), was recovered from two cross-border narcotic smugglers identified as Sajjad Ahmed Badana, son of Aijaz Ahmed Badana of Nachyan, Karnah, Kupwara, and Zaheer Ahmed Tanch, son of Alamdin Tanch of Amroyi Karnah, Kupwara.
Police also recovered proceeds of drugs in cash amounting to Rs 11, 82,500 from them. They added that both the arrested accused were residing in a rented accommodation owned by Ghulam Mohd Dar of Kursoo, Rajbagh.
Police said that a case under FIR number 17/2023 has been registered under sections 8, 21, 29 of NDPS Act in Rajbagh PS.
“Initial questioning of the accused has revealed that the consignment of these drugs had come from Pakistan. Investigation of the case is in full swing,” police said. (KNO)

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April 6, 2023
Conman Kiran Patel Handed Over To Gujarat Police

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SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir police handed over conman Kiran Bhai Patel to Gujarat police on Wednesday, following a local court’s order to transfer him to the police team of the Ahmedabad city crime branch for investigation in a fraud case, as per official sources.
The Chief Judicial Magistrate Srinagar, Raja Tasleem, issued an order stating that “the accused Kiranbhai @Bansi son of Jagdishbhai Patel aged 48, residing at A-17, Prestige Bungalow, Nr Jiviba School, Ghodasar, and Ahmedabad City Gujarat was produced through video conferencing. After hearing and from the perusal of all material available on the CD file, I believe the submissions made by the Ld AAP and Inspector of Police Mr. M.M Solanki carry much weight and at the same time seem to be just proper and appealing.”
According to the order, “the custody of the accused namely Kiranbhai @Bansi son of Jagdishbhai Patel aged 48, residing at A-17, Prestige Bungalow, Nr Jiviba School, Ghodasar, Ahmedabad City Gujarat is changing from FIR No 19/2023 of police station Nishat to FIR No 1119011230073/2023 of DCB police Station Ahmedabad city, Gujarat.”
Kiran Patel has been handed over to a five-member police team of Gujarat police after completing medico-legal formalities. “The application was presented by Inspector of Police M.M Solanki, of Crime Branch, Ahmedabad Gujarat,” said official sources. They added, “the police team has left for Ahmedabad by road and further process of investigation will start in a graft case registered by Ahmedabad Crime Branch once they will reach.”
According to official sources, Kiran Patel was being held in judicial custody in Jammu and Kashmir for allegedly impersonating an Additional Director of the Prime Minister’s Office and receiving benefits. The Gujarat police had requested a transfer warrant, which was subsequently granted by a local court in Srinagar.
Meanwhile, Kiran Patel’s wife, Malini Patel, was taken into custody by the Gujarat Police in connection with a cheating case registered against the couple by Jagdish Chavda, brother of a former Gujarat minister. Malini Patel was arrested in Jambusar town of Bharuch district, with the FIR being filed against the couple on March 22 under sections 406, 420, 170, and 120B of the Indian Penal Code, said the Ahmedabad Crime Branch.
According to police, as authorities started investigating the Patel family, Jagdish Chavda approached the police to register a case against them. Kiran Patel had allegedly claimed to work at the PMO and co-own a popular cafe in Ahmedabad, as well as being involved in building renovations.
Last year, the couple convinced Chavda to spend on renovating his bungalow in the Shilaj area that he was trying to sell. While renovation work was ongoing, the couple allegedly moved into the bungalow, even putting up their own nameplate, and organized a housewarming ceremony. When Chavda confronted the couple, they left, but promised to return the ₹35 lakhs he had paid for the renovation.

However, in August last year, Chavda received a notice from an Ahmedabad court for a civil suit filed by the Patels claiming ownership of the property. Chavda is the brother of Jawahar Chavda, who exited the Congress to join the BJP and was a minister in a previous government when Vijay Rupani was chief minister.
During questioning, Malini Patel allegedly told the police that her husband and brother-in-law, Manish Patel, previously operated a travel agency in Ahmedabad that ran into losses. The police said that she underlined that she wasn’t aware of what her husband does for a living and that they carried out some renovation work in Chavda’s bungalow and also invited some guests for ‘Vastu Puja’ when the owner was away, according to the police statement.
The statement added that Kiran Patel, his wife Malini, and their two daughters traveled to Jammu and Kashmir on holiday in October last year and February this year and stayed at a five-star hotel from where he was arrested on March 2.
Apart from the bungalow case, Malini Patel is also named as an accused, along with her husband and brother-in-law, in a fraud case in which a resident of Naroda, Rahul Parmar, alleged that they convinced him to become a part of their business of renting cars to the Vadtal Swaminarayan temple. According to the FIR registered in 2019, Parmar alleged that he and his friends gave the Patels 16 cars worth ₹1 crore in 2017 but did not get back the vehicles or his share of the profits.
Kiran Patel has been booked in four other cases of fraud, including an FIR lodged against him by a group of farmers on August 27, 2019, at Bayad police station, according to the police statement.
It was the first Srinagar-based news agency, Kashmir Dot Com, that broke this story: “Srinagar police, in a high-profile case, have arrested this conman, a resident of ‘Gujarat,’ allegedly by forged means posing as Additional Director (Strategy & Campaigns) Prime Minister’s Office, New Delhi, at Hotel Lalit in Srinagar on specific input received by CID wing of J&K Police.”
The imposter had taken the J&K administration and security structure for a ride by securing a Z-plus security cover, a bulletproof Mahindra Scorpio SUV, official accommodation at a five-star hotel, and a lot more.
A court in Srinagar has also ordered a “preliminary inquiry” into an application by Danish Hassan Dar, a resident of Rambagh Srinagar, alleging defrauding of Rs 18 lakh by three persons, including Kiran Bhai Patel.
Pertinently, on March 29, the government ordered an inquiry into the various aspects related to the visits of Kiran Patel and has asked the Divisional Commissioner Kashmir to submit a detailed report within a week. (KDC)

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

April 6, 2023
SI Recruitment Scam: Bail Application Of Three Accused Rejected

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SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh Court has rejected the bail applications of three accused in the JK Service Selection Board Police sub-inspector recruitment scam.
Second Additional Sessions Judge Jammu Balbir Lal Jaswal rejected bail applications of Ashsish Yadav, Sunrender Singh and Pawan Kumar who were in custody in much publicized SI recruitment Scam.
Rejecting the bail application, Sessions Judge after hearing Advocate Vivek Gaur for the applicants whereas Vijay Kumar and DP Singh for the CBI observed that in the present case the paper of Sub Inspector J K Police is leaked by the accused persons.
“The paper leak scam has damaged the future of the younger generation. Indeed the act of the accused cannot be equated with scams involving millions of rupees. It is an organized crime and offence against the public at large,” the court observed and gauged the seriousness of the matter, saying the cases are serious in nature if the factum is evaluated and accused succeeded in their design, undeserving candidates are allowed to secure the top positions.
“It said that it does not merely deprive the deserving candidates, it will also deprive the society of deserving and competent officers.”
The acts of the accused are calculated and deliberate design with eye on personal profit regardless of its consequences to aspirants of examination and their parents.
“If the bail is considered in part by the accused persons it will prejudice the students who have honestly worked hard for round the clock,” the court said. (KNO)

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April 6, 2023
Power Supply To Remain Affected In Kashmir Parts

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SRINAGAR: Power Controller Kashmir has informed that, the power supply to Receiving Stations Arampora, Panzinara and Sheer Colony shall remain affected on April 08, 11 and 13 from 10.00 am to 3 pm.
Similarly, the power supply to receiving stations Peerbagh, STC, BSF and Airforce shall remain affected on April 08 from 11 am to 5 pm.
Likewise, the power supply to receiving stations Rohama, Chakloo, Ganapora, Hadipora, Watergam and Food Park shall remain affected on April 08 from 11 am to 3 pm.
Similarly, the power supply to receiving stations Pulwama and Pinglena shall remain affected on April 08 from 09 am to 3 pm.

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April 6, 2023
In A First, KU To Evolve ‘New Model’ For Setting Of Question Papers

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SRINAGAR: In a first of its kind initiative that aims to further ease the varsity’s postgraduate and undergraduate examinees, the University of Kashmir has started the process of framing new guidelines for setting of question papers to bring about greater clarity in the content and better conceptualisation of questions.
Vice-Chancellor Prof Nilofer Khan has given her go-ahead to a proposal mooted by the Controller of Examinations to constitute a broad-based committee of academics from the main and satellite campuses to formulate a policy document on setting of question papers for various UG and PG examinations.
The larger idea, according to officials, is to have the question papers set strictly in accordance with the syllabus and have their language and content enriched for easy comprehension by the examinees.
“Setting a question paper involves more than merely asking questions. It is important to see how rich a question paper is conceptually and whether its standard is good enough to evaluate a student holistically. Additionally, it is also about ensuring that the academic level of students is kept in mind while framing the questions,” Controller of Examinations, KU, Dr Majid Zaman, said.
He said the committee is also mandated with framing a proper set of instructions for paper setters, including use of proper vocabulary and punctuation marks, appropriate assembling and ordering of the questions, besides spelling out clear instructions for the examinees.
“Sometimes a comma can change the whole dynamics of a particular question. We want to ensure that students do not have to find themselves caught up in a situation where they need more clarifications regarding questions in the examination hall,” Dr Majid said.
Added emphasis is being laid on ensuring that question papers do not encourage routine memorisation by the examinees, while special focus will be on setting question papers which facilitate an evaluator to evaluate a student on the basis of holistic and applied knowledge rather than going by a purely all-bookish approach.
The Committee which held its maiden meeting on Thursday has been asked to submit its recommendations within a month’s time.

“The Vice-Chancellor was keen enough to have this reform initiated in the larger interest of the students. We are very hopeful that the committee recommendations will prove to be highly beneficial for examinees,” Dr Majid said, adding that the process for necessary Statutory amendments by the competent bodies will be initiated soon after the committee recommendations are finalised and approved.
Dr Majid said that they are also planning to rope in academics from some GMCs as well as affiliated colleges of KU in the committee for a larger representation in the panel.

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

April 6, 2023
Militant Associate Arrested, Explosive And Ammunition Recovered: Police

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SRINAGAR: Police along with counter insurgent forces have arrested a militant associate linked with proscribed terror outfit LeT in Bandipora and recovered explosive and ammunition from his possession.
A police spokesperson said that on a specific information regarding movement of militants in Aloosa area of Bandipora, a special checkpoint was established near Canal Road Aloosa, jointly by Police, 26 Assam Rifles & 3rd Bn CRPF.
During checking, one militant associate linked with proscribed terror outfit LeT was apprehended. He has been identified as Jamshed Ahmad Bhat son of Abdul Rashid resident of Aloosa Bandipora.
Incriminating materials, ammunition and explosive including a Chinese grenade and 12 live AK-47 rounds was recovered from his possession.
A case under relevant sections of law was registered at PS Bandipora and further investigation has been initiated, spokesman said.

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April 6, 2023
Passport Issued To Iltija Mufti For Two Years: RPO Kashmir

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SRINAGAR: PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti’s daughter Iltija has been issued a passport for two years, officials said on Thursday.
Quoting Regional Passport Officer Kashmir and Ladakh, Davinder Singh news agency Kashmir Dot Com that on the basis of intelligence reports the authorities have issued the passport to Iltija Mufti only for (UAE) and is valid for two years.
After two years the assessment will be reviewed and accordingly will be decided for the further validity of her passport, he said.
According to a letter written by the Regional Passport Office to the additional solicitor general, Iltija, who wishes to pursue higher studies, has been issued a passport which is valid from April 5, 2023 till April 4, 2025.
Earlier, Iltija had approached the Jammu and Kashmir High Court after the travel document was denied by the passport office citing no clearance from the CID department of Jammu and Kashmir police.

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

April 6, 2023
RTO Kashmir Realises Revenue Of More Than 300 Cr In 2022-23

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SRINAGAR: Regional Transport Office Kashmir has generated revenue of Rs 313.47 Crores in the financial year 2022-23, marking a growth of 20 percent over the previous financial year 2021-22.
This was informed in a meeting chaired by Additional Transport Commissioner, Reyaz Ahmad Sofi and was attended by RTO Kashmir and ARTOs of all 10 districts of Kashmir division.
It was informed that the total revenue includes Rs 237.45 Cr of the token tax, Rs 14.87 Cr of licenses fee, Rs 9.41 Cr passenger tax, besides Rs 1.95 Cr. compounding fee from the motorists for violation of various traffic rules.
With a special focus on the passenger tax, a significant growth of 630 percent was registered in the year 2022-23 by the department.
Additional Transport Commissioner congratulated the officers and officials of the department for crossing 300 Crore milestone and all the officials of the MVD Kashmir were asked to work with double enthusiasm for the year 2023-24 and continue this growth story.
It was revealed that during the financial year 2022-23, 64032 new vehicles were registered. Also, 2174 fresh Permits were issued and 24420 Permits renewed, 6078 fresh Fitness Certificates were issued and 30875 renewed, 35018 fresh Driving licenses were issued and 62388 renewed, besides 7912 cases of vehicle transfer cases were completed in the financial year.
It was given that 55 driving licenses, 92 Registration Certificates of vehicles, and 106 Commercial Permits were suspended or canceled over the year under review for various repeated offences under the Motor Vehicles Act.
“Collection of taxes and fees from motorists and fines for traffic offences has become smooth and easier and compliance has also improved after the introduction of online services and online payment systems. Besides, we have strengthened the patrolling on roads despite meagre human resources” said Syed Shahnawaz Bukhari, Regional Transport officer, Kashmir.

He said that the transport department is on the path of progress with transparent and seamless policies and the department would further put it on a high growth trajectory.
Additional Transport Commissioner directed the transport officials for strict enforcement of Motor Vehicle Act and Rules on road safety by checking over-speeding, rash driving, monitoring the overloading and enhancing revenue collection by preventing evasion of road tax, permit and fitness renewals, etc.
RTO Kashmir emphasized that a smooth and reliable public transport system for convenience of the general public should be the priority and stated such a move could significantly reduce the number of cars on the roads and solve the traffic issues in Srinagar city and other towns of the valley. (GNS)

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April 6, 2023
Huge Cache Of Arms And Ammunition Recovered

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SRINAGAR: Security forces on Thursday recovered huge cache of arms and ammunition from woods of Haphruda area of North Kashmir’s Handwara.
An official said that in a joint operation, Indian Army along with JKP Handwara, based on reliable input, carried out specific jungle search in Haphruda Forest in North Kupwara district on early morning of 06 Apr 2023. The search resulted in recovery of huge cache of ammunition, that is 720 rounds of 7.62 mm (most likely of Chinese origin) , 05 rounds of RPG , 09 booster tubes of RPG and 10 x UBGL Grenades(most likely of Russian Origin).
The spokesman further stated that the ammunition was concealed in two locs in the jungle area with adequate packaging. Infact few of the ammunition has been found in sealed packages.
A thorough jungle search was lauched by Haphruda COB and JKP Handwara personnel in the general area of Haphruda forest for any more caches of arms/ammunition or for any hideout, reads the statement. (GNS)

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April 6, 2023
Widows Entitled To Family Pension: High Court

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SRINAGAR: A woman who had ongoing divorce litigation with her late husband has been granted the right to receive family pension by the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court. The court’s bench, led by Justice Rahul Bharti, stated that “earning family pension is a law given right” and can only be denied if the law allows it, which was not applicable in this case.
In 2017, the woman submitted a writ petition after her request for the release of family pension and other benefits was denied. Her husband, who had retired from the Border Security Force (BSF) as a Constable in 2015, passed away a year later. The woman subsequently applied to the Commanding Officer of the relevant Battalion in BSF for the release of the family pension to be granted to her. However, the Commanding officer stated that since the woman’s name was not found in the deceased’s pension records and due to the ongoing divorce proceedings, the case for the release of family pension to the widow could not be pursued.
The woman’s representative contended that she was entitled to the family pension because she had not remarried. However, the respondent authorities opposed the petition, claiming that the woman was receiving monthly maintenance from maintenance proceedings against her deceased husband during his lifetime. They also emphasized that her name was not listed in the pension papers of the deceased.
The High Court noted that “there was not even a single provision of law quoted in the reply/objections by the respondents as to on what basis they were denying her claim.” The court further interpreted that the respondents were implying that it was the deceased’s wish not to grant family pension to the petitioner after his death. However, the court ruled that such a situation could not be used by the respondents to deny the woman’s claim.
The High Court determined that the stance taken by the respondent authorities lacked legal merit and was merely frivolous. As a result, the court granted the woman’s petition and ordered the respondent authorities to approve and award the family pension in her favor, along with all applicable retrospective benefits in accordance with the regulations.

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

April 6, 2023