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21 structures damaged in soil erosion incident in Doda

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Doda, Feb 03: At least 21 structures including 19 residential houses, a Masjid and a Madrasa have developed cracks in a soil erosion incident in Doda district on Friday.
Sub District Magistrate (SDM) Thathri, Athar Amin Zargar while talking to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that the soil erosion has been reported at Nai Basti village in Thathri Municipal area following which the teams of experts including Geologists have visited the place.
“On the first day of soil erosion , six houses got affected, but today the number has reached 21 structures including 19 houses, one Masjid and a Madrasa,” he said.
He added that affected families have been shifted to safer places, adding that the situation is being monitored and a team of Geological Survey of India is also arriving by this evening.
He further said that the affected residential houses belong to labourers, Ponywalas and other poor section people, adding that the arrangements are being made for them—(KNO)
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( With inputs from : roshankashmir.net )

February 3, 2023
Power Shutdown Schedule Announced

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JAMMU: Chief Engineer (Distribution), JPDCL, Jammu has informed that the power supply to SMVDU University Campus shall remain affected on February 04 from 10 am to 5 pm.
Similarly, the power supply to Ramsoo, Neel, Ukhral, Khari and adjoining areas shall remain affected on February 04 from 9 am to 5 pm.
Likewise, the power supply to Pouni and adjoining areas shall remain affected on February 04 from 9 am to 3 pm.
Similarly, the power supply to Lalle-Da-Bagh, Lower Muthi, Lakshmi Vihar, Balwant Vihar Udheywala, Anand Nagar, Nachillian, Nagbani, Floura, M/C Domana, Machallian, Yatri Niwas, Bhawani Nagar, Gole Gujral, Talab Tillo, Trilokpur, Panjpeer, NITCO Lane, Vikas Nagar, Sari Rakhwal, Pounichak and adjoining areas shall remain affected on February 04 from 9 am to 2 pm.
Meanwhile, the Executive Engineer, Elect Division-II, JPDCL Jammu has informed that the power supply to Sector-E, Lane No. 7, 8 and 9 shall remain affected on February 08 and 11 from 8 am to 2 pm.
Similarly, the power supply to Sector-E, Lane No. 7, 8, 9 and Sainik Farm shall remain affected on February 09 from 8 am to 2 pm.
However, the Superintending Engineer (Distribution), JPDCL, O&M Circle Kathua has informed that the power supply to Fruit Mandi, Krishna Colony, Karan Nagar, Indira Colony and adjoining areas shall remain affected on February 04 from 12 noon to 4 pm.

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February 3, 2023
Govt Sanctions Rs 62 Cr Project For Commercial Cultivation, Conservation Of JK’s Herbal Riches

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JAMMU: The Jammu and Kashmir government, achieving yet another milestone, has announced a pioneering project envisaging total transformation in the landscape of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (MAPs) cultivation in the Union Territory.
With a budget of Rs 62 crore, this five year project aims at to cultivate MAPs on 5000 kanal of land spread across 28 clusters, creating over 3000 jobs and 28 enterprises. The MAP sector is estimated to contribute about Rs 75 crore every year after 5 years which is expected to rise to over Rs 783 crore by the year 2037.
This ambitious project marks a significant transition from traditional, wild extraction based practices to a more sustainable, modern approach to MAP cultivation, conservation and entrepreneurship. The mission of this project is to achieve commercial production of MAPs outside the forests, promote organic farming, develop local and international markets besides boosting advance scientific knowledge through insightful research.
The initiative also aims to promote cultivation and conservation of MAPs, promote organic farming and standardization, provide special facilities for primary processing, preserve intellectual property rights, educate cultivators on the best practices and undertake research to develop new herbal formulations and drugs.
“There are a number of MAPs that are unique to our agro-climate and offer immense potential for employment and exports. The demand for herbal drugs and cosmetics is growing both domestically and internationally while MAPs extracted from forests put pressure on biodiversity besides pushing many plant species on the verge of extinction” said Atal Dulloo, Additional Chief Secretary APD. “J&K has 129 hectare of cultivatable wasteland, of which, only 2 per cent shall be used for MAP cultivation. Additionally, farmers who adopt MAP cultivation can expect to see a 30-40 per cent increase in their agricultural income”, he added.
“Promotion of commercial cultivation of medicinal and aromatic plants” is one among the 29 projects, which were approved by the Jammu and Kashmir administration after being recommended by the UT Level Apex Committee for holistic development of Agriculture and allied sectors in J&K. The prestigious committee is being headed by Dr Mangala Rai, Former DG ICAR and has other luminaries in the field of Agriculture, Planning, Statistics & Administration like Ashok Dalwai, CEO NRAA, Dr. P. K Joshi, Secretary, NAAS, Dr. Prabhat Kumar, Horticulture Commissioner MOA & FW, Dr. H. S Gupta, Former Director, IARI, Atal Dulloo, Additional Chief Secretary, APD besides the Vice Chancellors of twin Agriculture Universities of the UT.
Upon identification of potential areas for MAP cultivation, the project shall undertake establishment of MAP germ plasm banks. Harvesting and post-harvest management will be facilitated through the formation of farmer cluster groups and the creation of common facilitation centers (CFCs) for primary processing. The branding and marketing aspect of the project will involve product diversification, certification of produce besides branding, labeling and packaging. Besides, Capacity building and training will be provided in good agricultural and harvesting practices, primary processing and marketing as well.
Under the research and development component of the project, there shall be establishment of a “Centre of Excellence on Herbal Technology” for focused research and development on bio-prospecting, crop improvement, organic farming and more.

The MAP sector involves a wide range of stakeholders including industry, entrepreneurs, farmers, collectors and traditional healers. To implement the interventions, the project will prioritize species-specific zones, form farmer cluster groups, establish model nurseries and demonstration units, provide capacity building programs and link farmer groups with industries for product development and digital marketing.
Lastly, this project represents a major step forward towards promotion of medicinal and aromatic plant sector in Jammu and Kashmir besides offering tremendous potential for employment, income generation and sustainable development. With a focus on cultivation, conservation and entrepreneurship, this project promises to bring the MAP sector into the 21st century and secure its place as a key player in the national and international markets for herbal drugs and cosmetics.

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

February 3, 2023
Kashmir’s Pominent Businessman Jan Muhammad Koul Passes Away

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SRINAGAR: Prominent businessman of Kashmir Jan Muhammad Koul is no more.
In a statement Kashmir Traders Alliance has condoled the demise of prominent businessman and trader of Kashmir, Jan Muhammad Koul.
Expressing sympathy with bereaved family, President KTA, Ajaz Shahdhar expressed shock over the demise of Koul.J
“Jan Sahab was our mentor who was respected by all in the business fraternity for his behavior and conduct. He was Kashmir’s veteran trader who had served and led prominent trader bodies in the Valley,” reads the statement.
KTA prayed for the departed soul and expressed sympathies with the bereaved family.
His death has left has a big void in business fraternity of Kashmir.

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

February 3, 2023
JeM Module Busted, 6 Among 2 Juveniles Arrested: Police

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SRINAGAR: Police on Friday claimed to have busted Jaish-i-Muhammad module by arresting 6 of its members with huge Arms and ammunition in South Kashmir’s Kulgam district.
Quoting official sources news agency GNS reported that a joint team of Police and army busted a Jaish Module by arresting 6 JeM militant associates including two Juveniles.
He further said that during searches one pistol with 23 rounds, Cordtex explosive, 11 magazines, 446 rounds of Insas/M-4 Rifle, 30 AK rounds, one Chinese grenades, 4 UBGL grenades, 2 Rocket Shells, 4 Walkie-talkie, 1 wireless set, 2 chargers and a Magazine pouch was recovered.

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February 3, 2023
JeM Module Busted, 6 Arrested: Police

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SRINAGAR: Police and Army in a joint operation recovered a huge cache of arms and ammunition from the possession of six militant associates, now arrested, belonging to militant outfit Jaish-e-Muhammad, in south Kashmir’s Kulgam district, a police spokesperson said.
“On the basis of specific information regarding carrying out of subversive activities in Mirhama and Damhal hanjipora area of district Kulgam a major breakthrough was achieved by the arrest of six militant associates in joint operation of Kulgam police and 9RR and huge cache of arms and ammunitions were recovered on the instance of the accused,” news agency GNS quoted police spokesperson as having said.
The apprehended person have been identified as; Shahid Ahmad Padder alias Jeela, son of Ghulam Ahmad Padder resident of Mirhama, Ubaid Ahmad Itoo son of Mushtaq Ahmad Itoo, resident of Mirhama, Danish Ahmad Dar son of Azad Ahmad Dar resident of DH Pora, Nawaz Ahmad Ganie son of Mohd Abdullah Ganie resident of Dangerpora, Aabid Mushtaq alias Raju son of Mushtaq Ahmad Naik resident of Mirhama and Kifayat Ahmad Lone alias Rinku son of Mohd Maqbool Lone resident of Mohammad Pora.
The details of the recovered arms and ammunition on the instance of accused, as per the statement include: Pistol 01, Pistol Magazine 01, Pistol Rounds 18, Hand Grenade 01, UBGL Shell 04, Mortar shell 02, AK 47 Rounds 30 Rounds, M4 Rounds 446 Rounds, M4 magazines 08, AK 47 Magazines 01, Insas Magazine 01, Wireless Set 01, Walky Talky 04 and other incriminating materials.
“During preliminary investigation it surfaced that the militants were affiliated with the militant outfit JeM and were in touch with militant handlers via various social media platforms. The arrested accused were hell bent to vitiate the peaceful atmosphere in district Kulgam by way of carrying grenade attacks, intimidating innocent civilians, standoff fire attacks on PRI members, minority communities etc.”, reads the statement.
“In this connection Case with FIR No. 01/2023 under relevant sections of law has been registered in Police Station DH Pora. Further investigation of the case is in progress to expose the broader conspiracy”, the statement further read.
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February 3, 2023
Houses develop cracks in J-K’s Doda, 19 families shifted to temporary shelters

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Doda/Jammu: Nineteen families were evacuated after their homes developed cracks at a village in Jammu and Kashmir’s Doda district, officials said on Friday.
The authorities also declared unsafe a mosque and a religious school for girls at Nai Basti village in Thathri, 35 kilometres from Doda town along the Kishtwar-Batote National Highway.
A few structures in the village started developing cracks a couple of days ago but the situation was exacerbated by a landslide on Thursday with the number of buildings damaged reaching 21.
“We have shifted 19 affected families to a safer location after their houses were rendered unsafe. We are observing the situation and taking steps as per need to ensure their safety,” Sub-Divisional Magistrate (Thathri) Athar Amin Zargar told PTI.
The deputy commissioner and the senior superintendent of police visited the spot and assured all help to the affected families, he said.
Zargar, however, refused to compare the situation to that in Uttarakhand’s Joshimath — the gateway to famous pilgrimage sites like Badrinath and Hemkund Sahib — that is facing a major challenge due to land subsidence.
“Comparing the situation in Nai Basti with the sinking town of Joshimath will be an exaggeration. We are faced with a problem of landslide and geologists from Chenab Valley power projects and National Highways Authority of India have already inspected the site,” Zargar said.
While some families have shifted to a temporary shelter set up by the district administration, many others have returned to their ancestral homes.

“We are making all necessary arrangements, including food and electricity, at the campsite,” Zargar said.
Zahida Begum, whose family was shifted to a temporary site, said they lived in the village for 15 years and were surprised to notice cracks in concrete houses.
“There is panic among 50-plus households in the village. Majority of the structures developed cracks after Thursday’s landslide,” she said, demanding proper rehabilitation for the affected families.
Farooq Ahmad, another local resident, said 117 members of 19 families of policemen, ex-servicemen, defence personnel and labourers were relocated.
Nai Basti was developed about two decades ago and there was no such problem, he said.
“We request the NGOs and philanthropists to come forward and provide assistance to the affected people,” Ahmad added.
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( With inputs from www.siasat.com )

February 3, 2023
FAA Recruitment Fraud: CBI Searches 37 Locations In J&K

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SRINAGAR: The Central Bureau of Investigation on Friday conducted searches at 37 locations in 6 districts of Jammu and Kashmir in a case related to irregularities in the examination of Accounts Assistant of Finance Department.
Quoting a statement the news agency KNO reported that the searches were conducted in Jammu, Doda, Reasi, Rajouri, Samba & Udhampur at the premises of accused and others including touts, personnel of J&K Forest Department, CRPF, Indian Air Force.
The examination was conducted by J&K Service Selection Boar.
The statement reads CBI registered a case on 28.11.2022 on the request of J&K Government to investigate the allegations of irregularities in written examination conducted by J&K Services Selection Board (JKSSB) on 06.03.2022 for recruitment of FAA).
“The results were declared on 21.04.2022. Earlier, the Govt. of J&K had constituted an Inquiry Committee to look into allegations of malpractices in the examination. It was alleged in report of the Committee that a conspiracy was hatched amongst officials of JKSSB; a private company based at Bengaluru; beneficiary candidates & others which caused gross irregularities in conduct of written examination,” it reads.
It reads it was further alleged that there were abnormally high percentage of selected candidates from the districts of Jammu, Kathua & Reasi.
“It also found the alleged violation of rules by JKSSB in as much as task of setting question paper was assigned to a private company of Bengaluru. Further investigation is continuing,” it reads.

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

February 3, 2023
India Post Is Hiring: Check Details Here

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SRINAGAR: India Post is inviting applications for the engagement of Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS)/ Branch Postmaster (BPM)/ Assistant Branch Postmaster (ABPM) for the year 2023, across India.
Candidates of the age 18-40 years as on the last date of submission of application and have passed the secondary school examination from any recognized board are eligible to apply.
Selected candidates will receive an emolument in the form of Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA), which is 12,000-29,380 INR per month for BPM and 10,000-24,470 INR per month for ABPM/Dak sevak. Candidates will also be provided with a Dearness allowance.
40,889 candidates will be selected on basis of system generated merit list.
The last date for application is February 16, 2023. However, the corrections in the application will be permissible from 17 to 19 February 2023.
Eligible candidates need to apply online through the online portal of India Post.
For further information and to apply, click HEREHERE

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February 3, 2023
Chenab Valley Village Sinking: 21 Families Evacuated

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SRINAGAR: A locality in Chenab valley is sinking and the people have been evacuated to a safe place, reports reaching from Doda said. So far 21 families comprising 111 persons have been shifted to a nearby Jammu Kashmir Tourism Development Corporation (JKTDC) facility.
The abandoned homes in Thathri’s Nai Basti. More than 20 houses were declared unsafe as the area witnessed sinking.
The sinking spot is part of Thathri’s Nai Basti village where the road and a cluster of homes are sinking. It is located not far away from the road to Kishtwar, the arterial highway. The village has more than 50 households but only a cluster is facing the sinking crisis.
“Authorities are also there and the factors responsible for the sinking are being ascertained,” Syed Imran, a volunteer of the NGO Ababeel said. “Our volunteers rushed to the area and helped in quick evacuations.”
Imran said the village is slightly bigger but the impacted area is a huge steep patch that has the 16 houses which developed cracks. The link road, he said, is also sinking.
The affected people have been shifted to the PDC facility at water point Tipri and a JKTDC facility nearby. The damaged constructions included the local mosque.
Officials said experts have been sent to the village to ascertain the cause of the soil shifting which has led to cracks. The entire mountainous region is highly fragile and massive biotic interventions have impacted the area’s geology. Chenab valley is Jammu and Kashmir’s main powerhouse and almost ninety percent of all hydro electric dams are in the region.
The fast-flowing Chenab is also triggering massive land slides impacting all the roads and the highway.
Two years back, the region would witness tremors for most of the summer forcing people to spend their days and nights under open sky. However, the reasons behind the massive sinking in a spot not more than hector are to be investigated.

Sinking was reported in Jammu as well. In Narwal a 3-storey building collapsed a day earlier. Authorities have declared a huge locality unsafe in the temple town, already.

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February 3, 2023