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  • 12-week abortion ban will do great harm, North Carolina’s governor says

    12-week abortion ban will do great harm, North Carolina’s governor says

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    Cooper has vowed to veto the bill, but Republican legislators hold large majorities in both the General Assembly and state Senate and could override the veto.

    “They ran through a bill in 48 hours with no public input, with no amendments, that drastically reduces access to reproductive freedom for women,” said Cooper of the Republican lawmakers.

    North Carolina’s laws, until now at least, have made it something of an aberration in the South, where stricter abortion laws have gone into effect in the last year, since the 1973 Roe v. Wade decision was overturned by the U.S. Supreme Court. “The unborn will be recognized as having a fundamental right to be born, and mothers will get our unconditional support. It’s time to catch up with the science that affirms parenthood before birth,” said Rep. Sarah Stevens, a Republican member of the General Assembly of the new legislation.

    Cooper characterized the measure as harmful to women’s health.

    “North Carolina has become an access point in the Southeast,” he told Brennan. “And what this legislation is going to do is going to prevent many women from getting abortions at any time during their pregnancy, because of the obstructions that they had put here. Many of these clinics are working very hard to treat women, and now they’re going to have many new medically unnecessary requirements that I think many of them are going to have to close.”

    Cooper said he was hopeful that at least one Republican would decide not to override his veto.

    “We only need one Republican to keep a promise,” Cooper said. “At least four Republican legislators made promises to their constituents during this campaign that they were going to protect women’s reproductive freedom. They only have a supermajority by one vote in the Senate, and one vote in the House. And we’ve seen Republicans across the country step up. We saw them step up in South Carolina, we saw them step up in Nebraska, because they know that people don’t want abortion bans.”

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    ( With inputs from : www.politico.com )

  • Dr Darakhshan Andrabi calls on Lt Governor

    Dr Darakhshan Andrabi calls on Lt Governor

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    Srinagar, May 5 (GNS): Dr Darakhshan Andrabi, Chairperson, J&K Waqf Board called on Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha at Raj Bhawan, today.

    Dr Andrabi discussed with the Lt Governor the developmental works & reformative measures taken by the Board, particularly in education sector and to boost the religious tourism through coordinated projects of Waqf Board, Tourism & other departments. She also apprised the Lt Governor on various issues of public importance.

    The Lt Governor assured Dr Andrabi of all possible support of the government departments in the future endeavours of the Waqf Board.(GNS)

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    ( With inputs from : thegnskashmir.com )

  • Dr Darakhshan Andrabi calls on Lt Governor

    Dr Darakhshan Andrabi calls on Lt Governor

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    SRINAGAR, MAY 05: Dr Darakhshan Andrabi, Chairperson, J&K Waqf Board called on Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha at Raj Bhawan, today.

    Dr Andrabi discussed with the Lt Governor the developmental works & reformative measures taken by the Board, particularly in education sector and to boost the religious tourism through coordinated projects of Waqf Board, Tourism & other departments. She also apprised the Lt Governor on various issues of public importance.

    The Lt Governor assured Dr Andrabi of all possible support of the government departments in the future endeavours of the Waqf Board.

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    ( With inputs from : roshankashmir.net )

  • Governor stalling Telangana’s development, alleges minister

    Governor stalling Telangana’s development, alleges minister

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    Hyderabad: Telangana’s Finance and Health Minister T. Harish Rao on Thursday alleged that Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan has been stalling the development of the state.

    He said that the Governor calls Telangana as ‘My State’ and ‘My Government but was working to stop the development of the state. It was nothing but back-stabbing, he said.

    In an informal chat with the reporters, he hit back at the Governor for certain comments she made during a programme the previous day.

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    Taking a dig at Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao, she had remarked that it is easy to meet heads of foreign nations but not the Chief Minister.

    Harish Rao said by making the comments during G-20 meeting, the Governor lowered the honour of the state. “This is nothing but humiliating people of the state,” he said.

    He said that people were feeling that the Governor was acting under the guidance of the BJP and she was welcome to enter into politics instead of doing politics being in that seat

    On the Governor’s allegation that she was not invited for the inauguration of state Secretariat, Harish Rao asked if there was a provision in the Constitution to invite the Governor for the inauguration of the Secretariat.

    He said that it was the prerogative of the elected government to decide whom to invite. “Has the Prime Minister invited the President of India for laying foundation of new Parliament? Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Vande Bharat Express trains. Did he invite President of India,” he asked.

    Harish Rao said that the Governor kept nine bills pending for seven months and some of them were returned only after the state government approached the Supreme Court.

    By stopping the bills, the Governor stalled the state’s development, he alleged. “Medical bill was aimed at increasing the age limit of professors as we have shortage of professors. Similarly, Forest University Bill was stopped which provides employment for some unemployed and offers education to the youth. Same was the case with private universities Bill. By rejecting these bills what she had achieved except stopping the progress of the state,” he said.

    He also questioned the Governor’s action in not giving consent for a bill for seven private universities while she had cleared a similar bill two years ago.

    Referring to a common recruitment board, the minister said that it was there in Bihar, Jharkhand, and Maharashtra and why it should not be so here.

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    ( With inputs from www.siasat.com )

  • Lt Governor reviews Preparedness for G20 Meeting

    Lt Governor reviews Preparedness for G20 Meeting

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    SRINAGAR, MAY 04: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha chaired a high-level meeting to discuss preparation for the G20 meeting at Srinagar.

    The meeting was attended by Sh Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar, Advisor to Lt Governor; Sh Arvind Singh, Secretary, Ministry of Tourism, GoI (through virtual mode); Dr. Arun Kumar Mehta, Chief Secretary; Sh RK Goyal, ACS Home; Sh Dilbag Singh, DGP; Special Secretary & Joint Secretaries from G20 Secretariat, besides other senior officers. The meeting, organized with the aim of making upcoming event success with the cooperation of all the stakeholders, also reviewed various aspects of preparation.

    “G20 is a matter of pride for the country. We should make concerted efforts to ensure successful conduct of G20 meeting in Srinagar,” the Lt Governor said.

    The Lt Governor asked the departments to contribute enthusiastically to make the historic occasion a memorable one.

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    ( With inputs from : roshankashmir.net )

  • Australian Ambassador Barry O’Farrell calls on Lt Governor

    Australian Ambassador Barry O’Farrell calls on Lt Governor

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    Srinagar, May 02: Australian Ambassador Shri Barry O’Farrell and Second Secretary Shri Jack Taylor met with Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha to discuss a range of issues here at Raj Bhawan.

    The meeting discussed development in J&K and investment opportunities in the Union Territory particularly in horticulture and food processing sector.

    Discussions also focused on areas of interest, including technology, renewable energy, and tourism.

    The Lt Governor highlighted the importance of the upcoming G-20 summit in Srinagar as an opportunity to showcase the region’s economic potential and ongoing efforts to enhance international investment.

    The discussions also touched upon bilateral, regional and international issues of mutual interest.

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    ( With inputs from : roshankashmir.net )

  • Lt Governor pays tributes to legendary poet & freedom fighter Shri Sarwanand Koul Premi on his death anniversary

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    JAMMU, MAY 01: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha paid tributes to legendary poet and freedom fighter Shri Sarwanand Koul Premi Ji on his death anniversary, today.

    On May 01, 1990, Shri Sarwanand Koul Premi was killed by terrorists.

    Remembering Sarwanand Koul Premi, the Lt Governor said Sarwanand Ji was a towering man of ideas and ideals. He was undoubtedly one of the greatest writers of his time with deep commitment for upliftment of downtrodden & weaker sections of society, the Lt Governor added.

    “Sarwanand ji made great contribution to freedom struggle and infused new life in the bonds of our national unity. Throughout his life, he followed the universal and eternal values of peace, co-existence and cooperation,” said the Lt Governor.

    Jammu Kashmir is called the heaven on earth, not only because of its scenic beauty, but the great personalities like Sarwanand ji, who dedicated his life to serve the others, observed the Lt Governor.

    “Sarwanand ji was not only a famous writer but also a well known teacher in Kashmir valley who became the medium of divinity for many and inspired the masses to follow the ideals enshrined in our ageless culture and selflessly served the society,” said the Lt Governor.

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    ( With inputs from : roshankashmir.net )

  • Chicago’s mayor urges Texas governor not to ship more migrants

    Chicago’s mayor urges Texas governor not to ship more migrants

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    The transporting of migrants from the Southwest to cities led by Democrats — some have been dropped off at Vice President Kamala Harris’ residence in Washington — has become a hot button issue, particularly when migrants show up in communities that have not had prior warnings about when they would arrive. New York Mayor Eric Adams has been particularly outspoken about the hardships his city is facing, though he has also been sharply critical of President Joe Biden for not dealing with the situation at the border.

    Officials in border states have blamed the Biden administration for the influx of migrants and said they are trying to distribute the burden of having to accommodate all these people. In discussing sending migrants to Washington in 2022, Abbott said: “We are sending them to the United States capital, where the Biden administration will be able to more immediately address the needs of the people that they are allowing to come across our border.”

    Abbott’s press office did not immediately respond to a request for comment about Lightfoot’s note.

    In her letter, Lightfoot complained that some migrants have arrived “in dire need of food, water, and clothing” and echoed criticism that these migrants are being used as political pawns.

    “I know by your actions that you either do not see or do not care about the trauma these migrants have already faced and continue to suffer under the humanitarian crisis you have created,” she wrote. “But I beseech you anyway: treat these individuals with the respect and dignity that they deserve.”

    Lightfoot recently lost her bid for a second term, finishing third in the election Feb. 28 out of nine declared candidates. Cook County Board Commissioner Brandon Johnson, who subsequently defeated Paul Vallas in a runoff, is to be sworn in as mayor May 15.

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    ( With inputs from : www.politico.com )

  • Lt Governor inaugurates Sant Eshwer Foundation premise in Udhampur

    Lt Governor inaugurates Sant Eshwer Foundation premise in Udhampur

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    UDHAMPUR, APRIL 30: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha inaugurated Sant Eshwer Foundation’s premise in Udhampur and addressed the Annual Day Celebration of Bhartiya Vidya Mandir Vidyalaya, today.

    The Lt Governor lauded the Sant Eshwer Foundation for its immense contribution in the field of public service, and providing quality education to children from rural and marginalised community.

    “Sant Eshwer Foundation, established by Shri Khairati Lal Khanna Ji, is caring for the poor and needy people in improving their livelihoods. Foundation run Bhartiya Vidya Mandir at Udhampur is empowering and improving educational status of Children of 20 villages,” said the Lt Governor.

    The Lt Governor stressed upon the teaching community and the educational institutions for adopting a future-oriented, value-based and aspirational education system.

    “Education is the most powerful tool for social transformation. It is important for our boys and girls to develop, right from their school years, scientific temper, critical thinking, wisdom & values to enrich their personality,” observed the Lt Governor.

    “Quality education ensures all-round development, economic progress of family & society. Education is the main pillar of nation’s development. The efforts of Sant Eshwer Foundation, their dedication & commitment to selfless service can show the way to prosperity and contribute to economic growth,” the Lt Governor said.

    The Lt Governor also highlighted the key role of the National Education Policy in providing a roadmap to establish India as a knowledge economy.

    Earlier, the Lt Governor interacted with the students who had displayed their models and prototypes based on robotics. A colorful cultural program was also presented by the students of the Bhartiya Vidya Mandir Vidyalaya.

    Sh Jugal Kishore Sharma, Member Parliament; Sh Lal Chand, DDC Chairperson, Udhampur; Sh Surinder Mohan, Trustee & Sh Kapil Khanna, President of Sant Eshwer Foundation, prominent citizens, teachers and students were present.\

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    ( With inputs from : roshankashmir.net )

  • Mann Ki Baat created a revolution, says Telangana governor

    Mann Ki Baat created a revolution, says Telangana governor

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    Hyderabad: Telangana Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan on Sunday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat (MKB) created a revolution.

    She said that the Prime Minister mentioned common man’s voices and unsung heroes for betterment of society.

    The governor noted that the Prime Minister during his speeches have covered all the subjects from village to space.

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    At a programme organised at Raj Bhavan, the governor listened to the 100th episode of Mann Ki Baat along with personalities who were mentioned by Narendra Modi during the programme in the past.

    Tamilisai Soundararajan stated that after the Prime Minister started Mann Ki Baat, radio came to limelight. “He reached ordinary citizens through this medium. He is a great communicator and motivator,” she said.

    She noted that the common men mentioned by the PM during the monthly programme came into the limelight.

    She claimed that when people were hesitating to take Covid vaccine, Modi motivated them to take vaccination. Similarly the PM propagated Swachh Bharat. About 70 lakh youngsters took part in the drive. “He took Har Gharr Tiranga to every house. He also talked about transplantation in MKB due to which people were motivated to come forward to donate. The PM also mentioned the youngest donor.”

    The governor spoke about the past, present and also future in this programme and his strong words inspired people.

    “Due to Atma Nirbhar Bharat, local production got a boost. The PM also talked about ancient things and also advancements. We are gifted to have a Prime Minister like Modiji,” she added.

    Sanjay Nekkanti, CEO of Dhruva Space, Srinivas, Secretary of Bowenpally Market Yard, Raj Kumar Naik of Perini dance form, Yeldi Hariprasad, weaver of G20 logo, Dr. Kurella Vitalachaya, who established library, Chinthala Venkat Reddy, a farmer who developed rice rich in Vitamin D, Meera Shenoy, who trains youth with special needs, Poorna Malavath, mountaineer, Santosh Kumar of Mangtya Walya Thanda and Kodipaka Ramesh, a government school teacher who were all mentioned by the Prime Minister in MKB were present at the event attended by the governor.

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    ( With inputs from www.siasat.com )