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Amid Dry Weather Forecast, Night Temperatures Increase At Most Places In JK

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SRINAGAR: Amid forecast for mainly dry weather, the minimum temperature recorded an increase at most places in Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday.
Quoting a meteorological department official, GNS reported that no large change was expected in the weather and it was expected to be mainly dry till April 16. Generally cloudy sky with possibility of light rain was likely for three days thereafter, he said.
Regarding the temperature, the MeT official said that Srinagar recorded a low of 7.1°C against 6.6°C on the previous night and it was 0.5°C below normal for the summer capital.
Qazigund, he said, recorded a low of 4.8°C against 4.2°C on the previous night and it was 1.7°C below normal for the gateway town of Kashmir.
Pahalgam, he said, recorded a low of 3.0°C against 1.6°C on the previous night and it was 0.2°C above normal for the famous tourist resort in south Kashmir’s Anantnag district.
Kokernag recorded a low of 7.7°C against 6.8°C on the previous night and it was 1.6°C above normal for the place, the officials said.
Gulmarg recorded a low of 3.5°C against 3.0°C on the previous night and it was 2.0°C above normal for the world famous skiing resort in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district, he said.
In Kupwara town, he said, the mercury settled at 5.2°C against 4.2°C on the previous night and it was 1.1°C below normal for the north Kashmir area.

Jammu recorded a low of 17.4°C against 17.0°C on the previous night. It was 1.8°C below normal for J&K’s winter capital, he said.
Banihal, he said, recorded a low of 7.0°C (below normal by 1.2°C), Batote 11.5°C (above normal by 1.0°C), Katra 16.0°C (0.5°C below normal) and Bhadarwah 7.4°C (0.4°C below normal). Ladakh’s Leh and Kargil recorded a low of minus 2.0°C and 2.5°C respectively, he added.

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

April 11, 2023
Woman Among Two LeT Militant Associates Arrested, Arms And Ammunition Recovered: Police

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SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir police on Tuesday claimed to have busted a militant module by arresting two associates of LeT outfit in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district
In a statement, police spokesperson said that on the basis of reliable information, joint team of counter insurgent forces busted a militant module in Pattan by arresting two associates of LeT outfit identified as Farooq Ahmad Parra and Saima Bashir of Sopore.
The statement reads on their disclosure arms and ammunition including one pistol, 2 pistol magazines, 5 pistol rounds, IED and one remote control IED weighing approximately 2 kg were also recovered.
“During their further questioning, they revealed that duo were working with active LeT militant Abid Qayoom Lone of Wussan Pattan”.
A case under sections of Arms and ULA (P) Act stands registered in Police station Pattan and investigation is on. (KNO)

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

April 11, 2023
VDC Member Uses Govt Weapon For Killing Self

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SRINAGAR: A Village Defence Committee (VDC) member from Bai Nambal village of Rajouri committed suicide by shooting himself with a 303 rifle issued to him as a part of defence committee.
The deceased has been identified as Suresh Kumar Sharma, son of Sukhdev Sharma resident of Bai Nambal village, falling under Kandi police station in Rajouri district.
Quoting an official, KNO reported that in the late evening hours on Monday, the incident took place at Bai Nambal village of Kandi police station in Rajouri in which a man namely Suresh Kumar son of Sukhdev Sharma resident of Bai Nambal committed suicide with weapon issued to him as a part of VDC.
Police have started an investigation and legal proceedings into the matter.

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April 10, 2023
Zojila Tunnel Historic, Will Connect Kashmir With Kanyakumari: Nitin Gadkari

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SRINAGAR: Union Minister for Roads, Highways and Transport, Nitin Gadkari Monday said that Zojila tunnel will be historic in India’s history and longest one in the Asia given its length. He said a part of the tunnel will shortly be inaugurated while as the total estimated cost of the tunnel is Rs 7000 Cr.
Talking to reporters at Zojila, Gadkari, who is leading the 13-member Parliamentary Panel to Kashmir, said that the Zojila tunnel will be historic in India. “This tunnel will fulfil the dream of Kashmir to Kanyakumari. This tunnel is the longest one in Asia given its length of 13. 14 km,” Gadkari said.
He said, the estimated cost of the tunnel was Rs 12000 Crore and after roping in national and international experts, its cost was brought down by Rs 5000 Crore. “In winters, working conditions are so tough here as people have to work under minus 26 degrees temperature. Earlier, this tunnel was tendered four times and on the fifth go, work was started,” Gadkari, who was accompanied by JK Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said.
He said that the ministry led by him will try to inaugurate the part of the tunnel shortly as that will give relief to the people.
Gadkari said that the tourism sector creates employment and the Zojila site is apt for promoting tourism. “During the Kargil war, Atal Bihari Vajpayee had visualized that this area should have better connectivity and today, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendera Modi, we are fulfilling Vajpayee’s dream.”
He said the area will help promote socio-economic transformation and provide better livelihood opportunities to locals of the area.
Adding further he said that at the cost of Rs 25000 Crore, 19 tunnels will be constructed in JK. “With the construction of these tunnels, we will be able to cover long distances within shortest possible time,” Gadkari said.
“In Zojila project, there will be a 7.57 metre high horseshoe-shaped single-tube, 2-lane tunnel, which will pass under the Zojila Pass in the Himalayas between Ganderbal in Kashmir and Drass town in Kargil district of Ladakh,” the Union Minister said. He said that the project includes a Smart Tunnel (SCADA) system, which has been constructed using the New Austrian Tunneling Method.

“It will be equipped with facilities like CCTV, radio control, uninterrupted power supply, and ventilation. The use of modern technology in this project has saved the Government of India more than 5000 crore rupees as earlier, the project cost was Rs 12000 Crore,” Gadkari said.
The Union Minister said that the main Zojila tunnel of 13,153 meters with 4 culverts of total length of 810 meters, 4 Nilgrar tunnels of total length of 4,821 meters, 8 cut and covers of total length of 2,350 meters.
“So far 28 per cent work of Zojila Tunnel has been completed,” he said.
The Union Minister said that with the construction of this tunnel, there will be all-weather connectivity for Ladakh. “Currently the average travel time to cross the Zojila Pass sometimes takes three hours, after the completion of this tunnel the travel time will come down to 20 minutes. The reduction in travel time will ultimately result in fuel savings,” he said.
Adding further the Union Minister said that the terrain near Zojila Pass is extremely inhospitable, with many fatal accidents taking place here every year. After the completion of Zojila Tunnel, the chances of accidents will be zero.
“This tunnel will provide year-round connectivity between the Kashmir Valley and Ladakh, which will be extremely important for the development of Ladakh, promotion of tourism and free movement of local goods,” he said.

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

April 10, 2023
Fatal Road Collision: Biker Killed, Another Injured

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SRINAGAR: A bike rider was killed while another was injured after their bikes collided with each other in Imam sahib area of Shopian on Monday.
An official said that an accident took place at Adkara Imamsahib between two bike riders apparently due to rash driving.
In the incident Tahir Ahmad Malla son of Bashir Ahmad and Ilyas Ahmad son of Mansoor Ahmad Sheikh both residents of Chatterwach Imamsahib received injuries and were taken to hospital for treatment, he said.
However, Tahir Ahmad Malla succumbed to his injuries.
Meanwhile, police have taken cognizance of the incident and started investigation. (KS)

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April 10, 2023
Three ARTO Employees Held In Bribery Case

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SRINAGAR: The anti corruption bureau (ACB) on Monday arrested three employees at assistant regional transport office (ARTO) office in Sopore for accepting bribe, said an official.
An official said that three employees (consolidated) at ARTO office Sopore were arrested for taking bribe from the public visiting the office for obtaining Driving License, NOC, and Registration of vehicles.
There were a number of complaints pouring in from the public against these employees in connivance with various touts they were indulging in corrupt practices.
The arrested employees were identified as Aijaz Ahmed Mir, Farooq Ahmed Wagay and Mohammad Ashraf Dar. Besides the arrest of three employees, documents were also seized.
The trio has been sent to custody and are scheduled to produce before the court of Anti Corruption tomorrow for remand, said an ACB official. (KNO)

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April 10, 2023
JK Witnesses 31% Drop In RTI Applications In 2021-22

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SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Union Territory recorded a sharp decline in the number of applications filed with different departments under the Right to Information Act-2005 in 2021-22, according to a report by a transparency panel released on Tuesday.
An analysis of the Central Information Commission (CIC) annual report for 2021-22 by the Commonwealth Human Rights Initiative (CHRI) found that the Jammu and Kashmir administration reported a 31.44% decline in RTI applications received in 2021-22 compared to 2020-21. “Among the UTs, Jammu and Kashmir reported a 31.44% decline in the number of RTI receipts in 2021-22 (1,099) as compared to the 2020-21 figure (1,603),” the CHRI said in its findings.
The CHRI findings further reveal that although Jammu & Kashmir reported only 94 RTI applications carried over from 2020-21, it was still a 683.33% increase over the 2019-20 figures (12 RTI applications).
The CHRI also noted that J&K reported a sharp decline in the proportion of RTIs transferred by PIOs in 2021-22 as compared to 2020-21. In 2021-22, 4.73% of RTI applications were transferred in J&K, while it was 38.74% in 2020-21, according to the CHRI.
It is pertinent to mention that the Central Right to Information Act-2005 became applicable in Jammu & Kashmir UT after the Centre effected constitutional changes in 2019. Before these changes, Jammu & Kashmir had its own RTI law. (KNO)

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April 10, 2023
No Parking Charges For Drop And Go At Srinagar Airport: Director

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SRINAGAR: There will be no parking charges for vehicles for drop & go in the departure area at the Srinagar International Airport, its Director said on Monday.
The development cme after a person tagged the Director of Srinagar International Airport Kuldeep Singh Rishi on Twitter, asking him why people have to pay for parking charges if one is just dropping off passengers or picking them up without using the parking space.
“Can you also tell us why we have to pay parking charges if one is just dropping off passengers or picking them up without using the parking space ,” the person asked in a tweet.
Responding to the tweet, the Director said there will be no parking charges for drop & go in the departure area; however, the vehicles parked in the parking area will have to pay the charges.
“No parking charges for Drop & Go in Departure area Parking fees for parking the vehicles in the parking area Please do not leave your vehicle in No Parking area to avoid congestion Please contact Terminal Manager in case of overcharging/ wrong charging Mob 9419016404,” Rishi posted on his Twitter handle.
In an appeal, the Director said people should always park their vehicles in the parking area only for the convenience of other users at the airport.
Similarly, last Sunday, a Twitter user asked for the paint of the speed breakers for their clear visibility to avoid any inconvenience to which the Director airport posted pictures of painted speed breakers and wrote, “You say it We obey it.” (KNO)

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

April 10, 2023
Projects Worth Rs 1,25,000 Crore Proposed For JK: Nitin Gadkari

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SRINAGAR: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari said that developmental works worth Rs 1,25,000 crore are being taken up by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways in Jammu and Kashmir.
Gadkari was interacting with media at Srinagar on Monday after completing inspection of strategic Zojila and Z Morh tunnels.
He said that since 2014, around 500 km road network has been completed in the region, and about 1700 km roads are being constructed at a cost of Rs 75,000 crores.
“About 41 significant tunnels are being constructed in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh at a cost of Rs 45,000 crore. Ropeways worth Rs 5,000 crore will be constructed in the UT of Jammu and Kashmir, he added.
The Minister said that in order to make the journey between Jammu and Srinagar comfortable, three corridors worth Rs 35,000 crores are being constructed. He said that the earlier distance of 320 kms between Jammu and Srinagar will get reduced by 70 km after the completion of these corridors.
The design of four laning of Jammu-Srinagar highway is based on geo-technical and geo-scientific investigations to reduce the obstacles caused by landslides, the Minister informed the gathering.
Gadkari said that a new 78 km four-lane ring road is being constructed in Srinagar at a cost of Rs 4,660 crores.
The Minister further said that a four lane road will be constructed from Khanabal to Panjtarni to ease up the journey of Amarnath pilgrimage.

He said that by the improvement in road infrastructure, J&K is going to witness three to four times increase in tourist footfall in coming years.
Gadkari said that 38 per cent work has been completed on the Zojila tunnel till date and work is on at full pace to complete the remaining work. He added that the Z Morh tunnel will be thrown open in October 2023.

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

April 10, 2023
JKAS Officer Bags Admission In Top Global Universities

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SRINAGAR: Athar Amin Zargar, an officer in the Jammu and Kashmir Administrative Services (JKAS), has been offered a place in two highly competitive Master’s programs in public policy at the world’s top-ranking universities, the London School of Economics (LSE), and the National University of Singapore’s Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (NUS). This is an impressive accomplishment, considering the stiff competition and the institutions’ reputation as leading schools for public policy.
Zargar, who is currently serving as the Sub Divisional Magistrate at Thathri sub-division of Doda district in Jammu and Kashmir, has been recognized for his outstanding work in the public sector. He has been involved in various infrastructure development projects, including dams, bridges, roads, and building construction. Additionally, he has assisted new entrepreneurs in establishing their businesses in the conflict region of Kashmir. In 2018, he became the Block Development Officer, generating employment for 12,000 rural households and building footpaths, schools, playfields, and bridges in rural areas. Since 2020, he has been responsible for maintaining law and order and executing welfare schemes and services of the government as the sub-divisional magistrate at Thathri.
Zargar’s contributions extend beyond his professional accomplishments. He has introduced and provided guidance for starting snow skiing in the Doda district, founded and heads a trekking group named “Team Caliper,” and established white water rafting on the river Chenab. His work has earned him recognition, including the National Award for 2018-19 from the Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India, and a state award from the government of Jammu and Kashmir for implementing the National Food Security Act.
Zargar’s admission to LSE and NUS is a testament to his leadership skills and dedication to public service. This achievement highlights his academic and professional capabilities, opening doors to new opportunities and exposure to different cultures and ways of thinking. Zargar’s journey from an engineering graduate to a public servant is a remarkable one. His achievements reflect his commitment to making a positive difference in society and serve as an inspiration to young people aspiring to work in the public sector.
Zargar’s offers from top universities worldwide are expected to prepare him for a future role in public service on a larger scale. The LSE and NUS are renowned institutions that attract top talent from across the globe, and Zargar’s success is a reflection of his outstanding work and leadership qualities.

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

April 10, 2023