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JK Bank Has 100 Branches In Srinagar Zone

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SRINAGAR: With the latest addition of a new JK Bank branch in Srinagar, the JK Bank has croseed the new milestone of having 100 branches of the bank in the Srinagar zone.
As part of its measures to enhance ease of banking for its growing customer base, JK Bank dedicated the new branch for public at Tengpora, Srinagar. The latest addition has taken the branch count in Srinagar zone to one hundred.
The Bank’s General Manager and Divisional Head (Kashmir) Tabassum Nazir inaugurated the branch in presence of Zonal Head (Srinagar) Shabir Ahmad, Cluster Heads Shabir Ahmad Bulla & Asmat Ara, and Branch Manager Syed Irrum amid a gathering of senior citizens and local businessmen.
Highlighting the Bank’s sustained efforts to enhance ease of banking across its areas of operations, GM Tabassum Nazir told the gathering, “It is a significant occasion for J&K Bank to have established 100th branch in Srinagar Zone. We at J&K Bank always devise plans to ensure new banking touch-points are commissioned in line with the needs of our customers.”
While urging the customers to avail all the available facilities, she assured them of best services including that of digital banking. “We attach great importance to your association with our bank and shall continue to add value to this bond by ensuring best customer services in physical as well as digital domains of banking” she said.
Zonal Head Srinagar impressed upon the staff to live up to the expectations of the customers. “On this occasion, I assure you that the staff posted here shall extend full support towards the financial progress of Tengpora and its adjoining area,” he told the gathering.
Notably, besides the business community in and around Tengpora, the newly established branch will also cater to areas like Gangbug, Mushtaq Colony, Galwanpora, Mahrajpora, Moominabad, Muslimabad and Naveedabad.
Local residents and business community hailed the Bank for opening of the branch in the area stating that such initiatives strengthen the association between people and the Bank.

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

May 2, 2023
NIA Raids 12 Different Locations Across Jk

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SRINAGAR: National Investigation Agency carried out raids at different locations across Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday morning.
Quoting an official,GNS reported that the searches are underway in Awantipora, Pulwama, Anantnag and Srinagar in the Valley. while raids are also underway in Jammu and Poonch districts.
The searches are carried against OGWs of different militant outfits in connection with the militancy case and one person has been detained for questioning by the agency,the officer added.

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

May 2, 2023
Truck Driver Dies Of Suspected Heart Attack

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SRINAGAR: A driver from Haryana died apparently due to heart attack in Sonamarg area of Central Kashmir Ganderbal district on Monday evening.
An official said that Naresh Kumar (47) son of Balwant Singh, a resident of Haryana had halted his truck on the roadside in Sonamarg area this evening and suddenly had pain in chest.
He was taken to PHC Sonamarg by other drivers where he breathed his last, he said, adding that driver died apparently due to major heart attack.
The body is lying at PHC Sonamarg for further formalities while further proceedings have been taken up, he said. (KS)

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

May 1, 2023
G-20 Summit: Farooq Abdullah Alleges ‘Jammu Being Ignored’

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SRINAGAR: National Conference president and Member Parliament from Srinagar Dr Farooq Abdullah on Monday said it is unfortunate that G20 meetings are being conducted in Kashmir and Ladakh and not in Jammu.
Abdullah lashed out at the government for ignoring Jammu in the upcoming G-20 event.
“Centre has avoided Jammu and I am surprised that none of the leaders from BJP is speaking about it. Is Jammu being taken for granted or do they think that it is in their pocket? Even those who chanted ‘Jammu and Dodra’ raised voices on not holding meeting in Jammu,” he said.
Asked about the residential facilities for non-locals in Jammu, the NC president termed it “an effort to end the Dogra language and culture”.
“If outsiders are settled here, identity of dogras will vanish. People from outside will take our jobs and land,” he added.
Speaking to the media persons in Jammu, Abdullah further said the party would neither skip any of the elections nor beg for holding the exercise in J&K. He was responding to a question on the speculations on holding Panchayat elections in the Union Territory.
“It is good if panchayat elections will take place; that is the basic democracy,” Farooq said, adding, “Whether it is panchayat or DDC elections, we will contest all and won’t skip any; but we also won’t beg for holding the polls.”
Speaking about the joint opposition platform against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Farooq Abdullah said, “I have no magical lamp to predict opposition unity ahead of 2024 polls, but we are trying”.

Reacting over former J&K Governor Satya Pal Malik’s support for the abrogation of Article 370 and his remarks on the Pulwama attack, Abdullah said, “Satya Pal Malik himself acknowledged that the Pulwama incident was their mistake and that they did not provide five aircraft for the transportation of force personnel.”
On the recent Poonch attack, he said that even after the abrogation of Article 370, “terrorism” has not ended.

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

May 1, 2023
Bovine Smuggler Slapped With PSA

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SRINAGAR: A notorious bovine smuggler hailing from Rajdhani village of Thanamandi in Rajouri was booked under Public Safety Act (PSA).
A police spokesman identified the bovine smuggler as Imran Ahmed son of Shabir Ahmed of village Rajdhani in Tehsil Thanamandi Rajouri.
A police spokesman said that the accused has been booked under Public Safety Act for smuggling bovines in an organised manner and hence posing a threat to peace and order.
He did not change his behaviour despite being booked in several FIRs and arrest by police in these cases but he continued his illegal and unlawful activity of smuggling bovines. This, police said, is likely to disturb public order particularly in Rajouri.
“The cases in which the accused has been booked earlier include FIR No. 71/2018 of Police Station Dharamsala, 155/2019 of Police Station Akhnoor, 93/2020 of Police Station Nowshera, 129/2020 of Police Station Nowshera, 171/2020 of Police Station Thanamandi, 117/2021 of Police Station Nowshera,” it said.
“Police said that keeping in view the activities of said accused as his activities amounts to propagating and creating feelings of enmity, hatred among communities, the accused was ordered to be detained under section 8 of Public Safety Act and has been lodged in jail,” it added.
Senior Superintendent of Police Rajouri Amritpal Singh said that many people in the district have booked under PSA in last couple of weeks. (KNO)

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

May 1, 2023
Div Com Kashmir Reviews G20 Summit Preparations

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SRINAGAR: The Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) of Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Bidhuri, emphasized the need for greater coordination and synergy among line departments to ensure the timely completion of developmental activities in the city and along routes leading to different destinations.
Bidhuri chaired a high-level meeting to review preparations for the G20 Summit in Kashmir, which was attended by various officials and representatives from different departments, including communication service providers and hotel managers.
During the meeting, Bidhuri directed the activation of the Control Room within two days to ensure that all necessary facilities are in place for the Summit. He also instructed communication service providers to strengthen the network by increasing the number of COW sites in specified areas.
Additionally, Bidhuri instructed the managers of Taj and Lalit hotels to renovate and enhance the aesthetics of their establishments and to make hospitality arrangements at the venues of SKICC and Golf Course.
Concerning the redevelopment of roads, Bidhuri directed the Chief Engineers of R&B and SSCL to blacktop all the roads included in the City’s beautification plan. He also issued instructions to concerned parties to cut grass along roads and routes, close manholes with lids, make water fountains functional, ensure smooth operation of street lights, remove debris and construction material from roads, and install hoardings and flexes.
Furthermore, Bidhuri directed the Director of Tourism to identify well-furnished and decorated Shikaras for the delegates’ ride during the Summit. RTO Kashmir was directed to identify and earmark twenty Tempo Travelers for dignitaries and ensure that drivers wear a uniform pattern of attire.
Finally, Bidhuri reprimanded the Project Management of NBCC for not completing the reconstruction work of the portion of Ali Jan road where the said agency has carried out developmental work. He also directed concerned officers to complete the works undertaken for the G20 Summit without delay. (KNO)

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

May 1, 2023
West Pak Refugees To Get Land Ownership Rights : LG Sinha

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SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir’s Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Monday said that West Pakistan Refugees (WPRs)were tied with the “chains of slavery and treated as the second class citizens for a long time but after reading down of article 370, refugees got all the rights that are enjoyed by the dignified citizens of country.
The LG said the administration led by him will ensure “ownership rights to WPRs very soon.”
“There is no denying the fact that WPRs were treated as second class citizens in J&K. You were kept in the chains of slavery for long and it took a long time to set you free from those chains,” the LG said after inaugurating the Special Governance Camp for WP refugee families at Chakroi, R S Pura, in Jammu.
Sinha said that first, the government started to resolve the issues of migrant Kashmiri Pandits, then Pakistan occupied JK displaced families and now WPRs.
“The camp aims to resolve the grievances of WP refugees and address the issues related to verification of pending cases and create awareness about various welfare and self-employment schemes besides placement drive with focus on eligible candidates,” the LG said, adding that “there is no fun of digging the past and focus has to be on future now.”
He said after Prime Minister Modi’s historic decision on August 5, 2019, disparity of decades ended and “You (WPRs) were entitled to participate in Assembly, Parliamentary, Panchayat and other elections. You have now proper rights and identity.”
The LG said that the administration is aware of the fact that land has been given to WP refugees but not the “ownership rights.” “We are working on the proposal to ensure that you get ownership rights as well within the shortest possible time,” he said, adding that “there is also a large chunk of people (WP refugees) who haven’t received proper compensation. That issue will also be addressed soon.”
Sinha said that WP refugees will get all the benefits of governance. “Your services to serve the nation are of great importance for us. Your children can get admission in any college, school or university,” he said. “Under the PM Modi’s vision, WPRs are no less than any other citizen of the country.”

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

May 1, 2023
Militant Associate Arrested, Arms And Ammunition Recovered

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SRINAGAR: A militant associate was on Monday arrested with AK-47 and other ammunition in Keegam area of South Kashmir’s Shopian district.
An official said that based on input received regarding the presence of militants in Daramdora Keegam Shopian, a joint team of forces including Shopian Police and 44 RR launched Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) in the area.
He said that during the search operation, an OGW of Lashkar-e-Toiba outfit identified as Tanveer Ahmad Wani, son of Bashir Ahmad Wani of Daramdora village in Shopian district was arrested.
He said one AK-47, one magazine, 10 AK rounds and one bag was recovered from his possession.
He said that a case in this regard has been registered and further investigation has been taken up.

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

May 1, 2023
Use ‘Google Maps’ To Avoid ‘Loot’ From Auto-Drivers: RTO Kashmir

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SRINAGAR: In order to curb overcharging by auto-rickshaw drivers in Srinagar city, the Regional Transport Officer Kashmir has urged the public to use Google Maps to check their travel distance and pay according to the rates set by the transport department. Several complaints have been received about drivers overcharging passengers without justification.
According to Syed Shahnawaz Bukhari, a rate list is readily available on the transport department’s website. For the first 2 kilometres, commuters should pay Rs 39 to the auto-rickshaw driver, and after that, the driver can charge Rs 17 per kilometre. “In this era of technology, it is not difficult for people to assert their rights. Commuters can simply use Google Maps to monitor travel distance,” said Bukhari.
There are over 3500 auto-rickshaws in the city, making it challenging for the RTO Kashmir to hold drivers accountable on a daily basis. “Before taking a seat in an auto-rickshaw, commuters should check the travel distance. Google Maps will assist them, and they should pay based on the total distance travelled. For example, when travelling from Dalgate to Lal Bazaar, use Google Maps to determine the distance and pay the driver accordingly,” Bukhari said.
Any violations by auto drivers can be reported to the Regional Transport Office, and action will be taken, said Bukhari. While there is a proposal to install meters in autos, the use of Google Maps is the best option for commuters in the absence of a fare meter, he added. “I appeal to the public to make use of technology, know about the distance they travel, pay Rs 39 for the first 2 kilometres, and add Rs 17 for subsequent kilometres. Education is key, and the general public must assert their rights,” Bukhari concluded. [KNT]

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( With inputs from : kashmirlife.net )

May 1, 2023
Fully Funded Scholarship At Bilkent University, Turkey, Apply Now

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SRINAGAR: The University of Bilkent is offering fully funded scholarships to both national and international students who wish to pursue a master’s or doctoral degree in Turkey. The University provides a wide range of courses in Art, Design, Architecture, Business Administration, Administrative and Social Sciences, Humanities and Letters, Science, Economics, Music and Performing Arts, Engineering, Applied Technology, and Management.
To be eligible, all national and international students must have a BSc degree or be current MSC students with a total CGPA of 2.80/4.00, and the GRE General Test score is required to be 153 (quantitative) for international candidates. Additionally, a minimum score of 87 points in TOEFL is required for English proficiency, or the candidates must submit an IELTS score of at least 6.5 bands. In addition, the Bilkent COPE grade must be at least C.
The required documents for the application process include a degree that will serve as proof, the candidate’s recent official transcript, two letters of recommendation, an IELTS/TOEFL Result, and a GRE Score.
The Bilkent University Scholarship 2023 for students is fully funded, covering all expenses related to studying at one of Turkey’s top-ranked universities. The selected Ph.D. candidates will receive a monthly stipend and housing of 5,500 TL per month (23,000 INR). Similarly, MS candidates will receive a monthly stipend and housing of 4,400 TL (18,000 INR) per month with private healthcare insurance.
The application deadline for the Bilkent University Scholarship is May 31, 2023.
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May 1, 2023