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G20 Summit: Top Students Sought For International Nanotech Conference

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SRINAGAR: The School Education Department has sought details of ten toppers or innovative students from each district for deputation to the International Conference on ‘Nanotechnology for Better Living’ under the G20 programme.
Director of School Education Kashmir (DSEK) has stated that at least ten student toppers or innovators per district, preferably from the 11th and 12th grades, will be deputed for the International Conference on Nanotechnology for Better Living under the G20 programme.
The conference, the 8th edition of the biennial International Conference on Nanotechnology for Better Living (NBL-23), will be organized by NIT Srinagar in association with prestigious institutions and organizations, including IIT BHU, from May 25-29, which marks the birth anniversary of physicist and inventor Daniel Gabriel Fahrenheit.
The director said that a fusion of biological, chemical, physical, agriculture, and health services is expected to provide a vibrant platform to present and discuss path-breaking research ideas in nanotechnologies and shall be an interface between academia and industries. Additionally, pre-conference tutorials for school children who are supposed to work for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) have been arranged.
The director has directed the CEOs of the region to depute ten student toppers or innovators from their respective districts for the scientific event on May 23, which marks the inaugural day. The CEOs have been requested to provide the list of students from their district along with their models or innovations, as per the format, along with details of the escort teacher.
Dedicated sessions, ‘Seeding Nano-science to Young Minds’ and “Nurturing minds for a better world” shall be conducted during the conclave by leading stalwarts, thus handing over this multidisciplinary science to our young and smart generation. A galaxy of local innovators and entrepreneurs shall also be part of the summit, along with the students. (KNO)

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

May 6, 2023
Fire Damages Residential House In North Kashmir

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SRINAGAR: A residential house in Machil sector of North Kashmir’s Kupwara district was damaged in a fire incident, according to an official.
The official stated that the Army responded immediately after receiving an SOS phone call about the fire breaking out in a residential house in Machil village. “Troops of the Army swung into action and a well-coordinated effort by the troops resulted in no loss of life or injuries,” the official said.
The official also confirmed that due to timely action, drills, and procedures followed by the Fire Fighting Team, no damage was caused to other nearby houses.
Despite bad weather, the Fire Fighting team of Machil Battalion successfully doused the fire at the house which belonged to Abdul Rahim Wani, son of Abdul Gafoor Wani. As a result, the loss and damage to life and property were restricted. (KNO)

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May 6, 2023
Most Of The Smart City Works To Be Completed By 15th Of This Month: Officers To CS

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SRINAGAR: Chief Secretary, Dr Arun Kumar Mehta on Saturday impressed upon the officers of the Srinagar Smart City Ltd (SSCL) including the District and Divisional Administration to enhance necessary resources on all the sites where work is going on so that all identified works are completed by mid of this month.
The meeting was attended by the Principal Secretary, PDD; Principal Secretary, PWD; Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir; Secretary, Tourism; Deputy Commissioner, Srinagar; Commissioner, SMC/JMC; VC, LCMA; Chief Engineers of PWD and KPDCL besides other concerned officers.
Dr Mehta, while taking stock of works going on under SSCL, exhorted the executing agencies to utilize the time very efficiently and continue working in double shifts to successfully complete the projects on time.
He advised the officials to keep a track of weather reports for the upcoming week. He even advised them to provide the laborers working on sites with the necessary facilities so that they are able to work during inclement weather conditions.
The Chief Secretary urged the executing agencies to monitor the works round the clock for quality work and ensure their timely completion. He asked them to remove the debris at all the completed sites for ease of people and prepare for dedicating them to the public at the earliest.
Taking work wise review he asked the Divisional Administration to make sure that aesthetics is maintained in all areas.
The Chief Secretary also took note of works to be done at Rambagh, Flood spill Channel, Lalla Ded Crossing, River front development, Cycle track construction, walkways improvement, Polo View, Gupkar Precinct, Ram Munshibagh Park, Development of Gupkar Road including that of works at Nishat and enroute SKICC. He asked them to complete all of these works before 15th of this month. He also enquired about the status of works to be taken in hand at TRC and Parimpora market.
The Chief Secretary directed the concerned to make all the fountains including new ones functional in the Dal Lake. He also asked them to lit up the street lights along the Dal shore line and make all the installed light clusters functional for overall beautification of the area being the most visited place by the tourists on visit to the city.

He asked VC, LCMA to start water sports activities at Dal Lake besides installation of jetty inside it. He also asked them to complete the designated works at ‘Char Chinar’ and ‘Panch Chinar’ for making them attractive for visitors. He told them that both these destinations have a good potential to attract the visitors thereby offering more opportunities to Shikara wallas and other traders there.
The Chief Secretary was informed that all the works are going on at a satisfactory pace and most of them would be completed by 15th of this month. He was also informed that around 125 works are going on under this Smart City Mission here. It was revealed that out of Rs 321.40 Cr released to SSCL the fund expenditure stands more than 92% and immediately after receiving the next tranche of funds from the UT the Corporation would receive more funds from the Central Government for taking up more works under the Mission adding better infrastructure and avenues to the summer capital of the UT.

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May 6, 2023
KAN Holds A Day-Long Conference On Corporate Governance

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SRINAGAR: A day-long conference on the scope and concerns of Corporate Governance was organized by Kashmir Angel Network at Islamia College.
The conference was held in three sessions on perspectives related to Introduction, Technical, and Industry, organized by the Angel network in collaboration with the Islamia College of Science and Commerce.
Irtif Lone introduced Kashmir Angel Network to the audience and its role in building up an enabling ecosystem for youngsters to undertake startups.
Speakers highlighted the need for bringing in various elements of corporate governance in all spheres of corporate management and operations.
It was further brought to notice that the apparent disconnect between Academia and industry needs to be removed to bring efficiency to industry and promote entrepreneurship among the student community.
Dr Khurshid Ahmed, the principal of the college addressed the audience and spoke about the role of Islamia College.
Chairman KAN, Shabir Ahmed Handoo presented an introductory overview of the event.
Masood Hussain, a senior journalist of Kashmir talked about the macro-economic indicators and the prevalent business gaps in the market.
The technical session was graced by an eminent group of speakers, throwing light on different dimensions of corporate governance. It included Farukh Khan, CA Akeel Fayaz Mattoo, and Zubair Iqbal, former regional head of HDFC Bank.

The post-lunch session was the Industry session, and the speakers shared their experiences with the audience. Mehmood ur Rashid, Prof Seema Bashir, Irfan Zargar, M Ashraf Mir, Saad Parvez, Mahmood Ahmed Shah.

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May 6, 2023
Woman Dies In JK Road Accident

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SRINAGAR: In a tragic incident in Nomain Katra area of Jammu division, a woman lost her life in a road accident.
According to a police official, a car carrying five passengers including one male, two children, and two females skidded off the road at Bain Nala near Nomain, Katra on the Katra-Jammu road, and plunged several feet down.
The car bore registration number JK21E 4286. The police reached the spot immediately and rushed the injured to Katra CHC. Unfortunately, one female passenger succumbed to her injuries while the rest were referred to GMC, Jammu.
The police have taken cognizance of the incident and started an investigation.(KS)

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May 6, 2023
Man Sentenced To Six Months Jail, Rs 8 Lakh Fine In cheque Bounce Case

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SRINAGAR: A local court in the Sopore area of north Kashmir’s Baramulla district sentenced a man to six months of simple imprisonment and a fine of Rs eight Lakh in a cheque bounce case.
An official said that Judicial Magistrate Ist Class Sopore sentenced the man to six months simple imprisonment in a cheque bounce case and also imposed a penalty of Rs 800000.
The accused has been identified as Ghulam Mohiddin War son of Hayaat War Of Warpora Sopore
He was sentenced to six months jail after he was found guilty of the commission of an offense under section 138 of the Negotiable Instrument Act.
“A fine of Rs 8,00,000 which is double the cheque amount was also imposed on him,” the official said—(KS)

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May 6, 2023
Erstwhile SPO Is A Drug Peddler Now, Arrested

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SRINAGAR: A Special Police Officer (SPO) was arrested today in Doda district for his alleged involvement in drug peddling, according to officials.
The SPO, identified as Javed Ahmed, was dismissed from service and attached with the District Police Lines. Reliable sources had informed the police that he was engaged in illegal narcotics trade, leading to his apprehension with cannabis in his possession.
A case under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act was registered against him at Doda Police Station, and an enquiry was initiated against him by the department for service misconduct. The investigation conducted by the department proved beyond doubt that he was involved in the illegal trade of charas, and his services have been disengaged.
The Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Abdul Qayoom has appealed to the general public for cooperation in eradicating the menace of drugs from society. He also warned that any employee of the civil or Police Department found engaged in narcotics trade will not be spared.

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May 6, 2023
Power Shutdown Notified For Kashmir Parts

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SRINAGAR: Power Controller Kashmir has informed that the power supply to Receiving Stations Kremshore, Khansahib, Raithan, Kanir, Hanjoora and Brenwar shall remain affected on May 09 from 10.00 am to 4 pm.
Similarly, in order to facilitate augmentation works the power supply to receiving stations Nowpora, Achabal, Seelu and Bomai shall remain affected on May 09 and 13 from 10 am to 3 pm.
Likewise, in order to facilitate augmentation works like reconductoring and erection of poles the power supply to receiving stations of Chandoosa and Malpora shall remain affected on May 11; receiving stations Salamabad, Bandi, Mohra and Noorkha shall remain affected on May 8 and 15 and receiving stations Shadipora and Singhpora remain affected on May 16 from 9 am to 3 pm. (GNS)

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May 6, 2023
Countdown For G20 Meeting Begins, Dates Declared: Div Com

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SRINAGAR: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, VK Bidhuri, said on Saturday that the countdown for the G20 meeting has begun and the dates for the summit have already been declared.
“The countdown for the G20 meeting has begun. The dates for the scheduled meeting have already been declared,” said Divisional Commissioner Kashmir VK Bidhuri while visiting a painting exhibition in Srinagar.
The Divisional Commissioner Kashmir added that the ongoing developmental works in Srinagar city and elsewhere will be accomplished in time. “The ongoing developmental works in Srinagar city and elsewhere will be accomplished in time. We should know that the G20 meeting will be very beneficial for the entire J&K,” he said.
“The meeting of the Tourism Working Group will boost the tourism industry in the region. During the visit, ambassadors of different countries will come to know the beauty of Kashmir which they will communicate to their people after returning back to their respective countries and nations,” Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Bidhuri said.
Regarding the back-to-back failures of deadlines, the Divisional Commissioner Kashmir VK Bidhuri said that due to bad weather, the ongoing developmental works were put on hold. “Initially, the government had fixed April 15 as the deadline for completion of works. We pressed our men and machinery day and night. The work continued uninterruptedly during Ramadan, but the works undergoing in the city were hampered for some time due to inclement weather,” he added.
He also added that the painting exhibition event will display the beauty of Kashmir. “The beauty of Kashmir has been captured and displayed in the event. It is the best opportunity for artists to showcase their talent,” he added. (KNS)

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May 6, 2023
Woman Slips To Death In Kashmir

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SRINAGAR: A woman slipped to death while collecting herbs in a forest area in central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district on Saturday.
An official said that Zareena Bano (30) had gone to nearby forest area to collect herbs, however, due to heavy rainfall and slippery condition, she lost and balance and died on the spot.
He said that soon after the incident, local police reached to the spot and recovered her body.
“After medico-legal formalities her body will be handed over to her family members for last rites,” he said. (KNO)

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May 6, 2023