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ACB traps and arrests Saifudin Wani, clerk in the office of District Industrial Complex, Kupwara
ACB traps and arrests Saifudin Wani, clerk in the office of DIstrict Industrial Complex, Kupwara while demanding & accepting the bribe of ₹5000 for helping processing case of complainant wife.
1. A complaint was received by Anti Corruption Bureau alleging therein that the complainant prepared file of his wife for establishing a unit under District industries for the activity Tailoring & preparation of Ready made Garments under Prime Minister Employment Generation Programme(PMEGP) . He applied with DIC Kupwara on 06-08-2021. He complained that he is being made to run for one formality or the other and the case of his wife under PMEGP is not being processed on merit for past 2 years. . The case of the complainant delayed for two years for want of bribe under PMEGP.
1. He further alleged that despite the fact that he had completed all the formalities in the file the officers/officials posted at DIC Kupwara fail to process the genuine case of his wife, that even after lapse of considerable time no action was taken on the said file. He is now being asked to pay bribe in order to approve the case and sent it to Punjab National Bank for release of loan amount disbursement.
2. The complainant further alleged that one of the employee of the DIstrict Industrial Centre, Kupwara Saifudin Wani is presently demanding the bribe of Rs. 5000/- from him. He lodged his complaint with ACB requesting therein for legal action against concerned.
3. As the contents of complaint prima facie disclose the commission of offence punishable U/S 7 of the PC Act 1988 by accused public servant namely Safudin Wani, posted in the office of DIC Kupwara, accordingly a Case FIR No. 05/2023 was registered at Police Station Anti Corruption Bureau Baramulla U/S 7 of the P.C Act 1988 & the investigation were initiated.
4. During the course of investigation a trap team was constituted which laid a trap and caught the accused official of DIC Kupwara red-handed while demanding and accepting the bribe amount of ₹5000. He was arrested on the spot after completing all legal formalities.
5. The role of other officials/ officers of the DIC Kupwara is also being looked into & investigations are also looking into the circumstances under which the case of the complainant’s wife was delayed for two years and was approved immediately after receipt of the bribe amount.
6. Further investigation in the case are going on.
July 11, 2023
Inter-state narcotics racket busted in Rajouri, 2 Punjab residents arrested: Police

Jammu and Kashmir police have busting an inter-state narcotics racket by arresting two Punjab based peddlers and recovered around 22 Kg Heroine-like substance from them in Sunderbani area of Rajouri district.
An official told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that a specific intelligence input was received by police that two suspects are in transit from Rajouri towards Jammu in a vehicle on Wednesday and acting swiftly over it, police teams were put on alert across the district“Existing nakas were strengthened to intercept them while some mobile MCVPs were also established.
At around 09:30 pm, a vehicle bearing registration number JK01AB 5470 was intercepted at Jammu-Rajouri-Poonch national highway near ITI Sunderbani,” he said.
He said that two Punjab residents were travelling in the car which was put to frisking during which a large quantity of Heroine like substance was recovered which is approximately 22 Kilograms.
They have been identified as Onkar Singh son of Karam Singh resident of and Shamsher Singh son of Nirmal Singh –bother residents of Punjab.
He further said that both the accused have been arrested and a case FIR No. 42/2023 U/Ss 8/21/22/25/27A/29/60 NDPS Act has been registered at Police station Sunderbani.
“Further investigation into the matter is going on and all the forward and backward linkages are being traced with more arrests in the case are expected during the course of investigation.”—(KNO)

June 1, 2023
SIU Attaches Under Construction Residential House of Hizb Militant Associate in Anantnag

Srinagar, June 01: Police on Thursday said that its Special Investigation Unit attached under construction residential house of a militant associate in Danwathpora Kokernag area of South Kashmir’s Anantnag district after getting obtaining necessary sanctions from competent authority.
In a handout to GNS, the police said that during the course of investigation in case FIR No. 103/2022 of Police Station Kokernag under UA(P) Act, one under construction residential house belonging to militant associate namely Mohammad Ishaq Malik son of Mohammad Saifullah Malik resident of Danwathpora Kokernag has been found used by militants of proscribed militant outfit HM.Accordingly, process for attachment of property belonging to the above accused falling within the ambit proceeds of militancy was initiated by SIU Anantnag under section 25 of UA(P) Act & the conformation related to the attachment of property was accorded by the Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, the spokesperson said.
The general public is once again advised to not harbour or provide shelter or extend logistics to militants/militant associates in their houses, failing which strict legal action will be taken against anyone doing so.
SIU shall continue identification and initiation of attachment /confiscation of properties falling under the ambit of proceeds of militancy to shake the ecosystem of terrorism in UT of J&K, reads the statement.(GNS)

June 1, 2023
No infiltration of Taliban fighters into Kashmir after fall of Kabul, says GOC Chinar Corps

The apprehensions about the influx of Taliban fighters into Kashmir after the fall of Kabul in 2021 did not materialise and no Afghani Taliban has infiltrated into the valley, a senior Army officer has said here.
General Officer Commanding (GOC) of Chinar Corps Lieutenant General A D S Aujla also said that due to the ongoing internal crisis in Pakistan, there are no major worries regarding Kashmir but the armed forces have to remain alert to thwart any attempts to push in infiltrators, narcotics or weapons.
“As far as the apprehensions which were there post Taliban 2.0 are concerned, we could see the manifestations (of concern) on this side as well in Kashmir but it never happened,” Lt Gen Aujla told PTI in an interview on Wednesday.
A certain amount of chatter and a certain amount of signature was being reported on the other side in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), but it never translated into reality onto this side, he said.
“So, there was no infiltration of any Afghani Taliban… To that effect, we have been able to control (things),” he added.
The GOC said India has grown in stature in a number of domains, including military, foreign affairs and economy, and is counted amongst “the very best and the most powerful” countries today.
“With that stature today, I think we are in a better position to convey and convince people across borders in many terms, which augurs well for the country.
So, while the western adversary (Pakistan) which is closest to us may not agree and actually feels bad about this… the rest of the countries are now… in alignment with us on many matters,” he said.
So, there is hardly a chance of something emanating from the other side and disturbing the peace and tranquillity of Kashmir, he added.

Asked about the current situation in Pakistan and its effect on Kashmir, Lt Gen Aujla said the crisis in the neighbouring country was bound to happen.
“We are all aware of what is happening and the crisis is immense whether it is on the political, economic, social or military front, you name a space and there is a crisis on the other side.
“It was bound to happen the way the country was going, it was just a matter of time,” he said.
However, Lt Gen Aujla said infiltration and smuggling of narcotics and ammunition through the border remain areas of concern.
“What worries us or concerns us at this point in time, majorly nothing.
But other than that, when we look at what the dynamics of Kashmir are.
The physical manifestation of infiltration is what worries us, the narcotics being pushed across (the border) is what worries us and the ammunition which is sent across is what worries us,” said the GOC, who has served several tenures in Jammu and Kashmir.
The Army is prepared to deal with any eventuality along the Line of Control (LoC), he said.
Asked if there has been any activity on the other side of the LoC after the political crisis in Pakistan, Lt Gen Aujla said,
“Negative. We have not seen any major change.”
Asked about the infiltration of militants from PoK, he said the intent of Pakistanis has not changed.
“The intent still remains very much the same.
Given the opportunity, he (Pakistan) does not hesitate to infiltrate militants.
While the intent has not changed, we have put certain measures in place.
We are pretty robust and strong along the LoC and can take care of such events,” he said.
Lt Gen Aujla said last year saw the lowest infiltration into the valley.
“I can assure you that till date, it is zero.
We will try and keep it to the lowest levels in the months to come,”
he said.–(PTI)

June 1, 2023
In 3 months, students suffer loss of 71 school hours in Sgr due to curtailment in timing

In the past three months, students in J&K’s summer capital district, Srinagar, have suffered loss of 71 school hours due to curtailment in school timing.
Following the reopening of schools after winter vacations in February, the School Education Department announced school timing across Kashmir division from March-01 wherein it has shortened one hour for those institutions falling within the municipality limits of Srinagar.
According to news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), from March 01 to May 31, the School timing within the limits of Srinagar Municipal Corporation was 9:00 am to 2:00 pm, a departure from normal school timing in the city.
The normal school timing in the city is 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.
The shortening of school timing meant a loss of one hour daily for thousands of children studying in private as well as government institutions in the city.
There were a total 71 working days from March 01 to May 31.
This means students in Srinagar suffered an academic loss of 71 hours due to revision of school timing on Feb 28.
Principal Secretary, School Education Department, Alok Kumar told KNO that the department would look into the matter.
“We are assessing it,” he said—(KNO)

June 1, 2023
NIA Once Again Cracks Down on Newly Floated Militant oufits Across Valley, Incriminating Material Recovered

New Delhi, May 31:The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Wednesday said that continuing its cracked down on the newly floated militant outfits in Jammu and Kashmir, they seized incriminating literature and several digital devices.
In a handout to GNS, the NIA said that the searches were conducted at three locations in the Kashmir valley, in the residential premises of sympathizers/cadres, hybrid militants and Over Ground Workers (OGWs) linked with the newly-formed offshoots and affiliates of several proscribed Pakistan-backed militant outfits, such as Laskhar-e-Toiba (LeT), Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), Hizb-ul-Mujahideen (HM), AI-Badr, AI-Qaeda, etc.
According to spokesman, the day-long raids and searches were conducted at locations in Srinagar and Budgam districts, as part of the ongoing NIA investigations into the activities of the recently formed militant groups, including The Resistance Front (TRF), United Liberation Front Jammu & Kashmir (ULFJ&K), Mujahideen Gazwat-ul-Hind (MGH), Jammu & Kashmir Freedom Fighters (JKFF), Kashmir Tigers and PAAF.
A total of 51 locations have been searched in recent days in connection with the terror conspiracy case (RC-05/2022/NIA/JMU), which was registered suo moto by NIA on 21st June 2022.
The case relates to hatching of a conspiracy, both physical and in cyber space, and plans by the proscribed militant organisations to unleash violent militant attacks in J&K with sticky bombs, IEDs and small arms etc.
The plans are part of a larger conspiracy to carry out acts of militant and violence, by radicalising local youth and mobilising overground workers, to disturb the peace and communal harmony of J&K, he said.
Cadres and workers of the newly formed organisations have been found to be involved in the collection and distribution of sticky bombs/magnetic bombs, IEDs, funds, narcotic substances and arms/ammunition, etc.
They are spreading activities relating to militancy, violence and subversion in J&K, as per NIA investigations, he said.Investigations have further revealed that Pak-based operatives are using drones to deliver arms/ ammunitions, explosives, narcotics etc.
to their operatives and cadres in the Kashmir valley.

These operatives are using the social media to connect with the cadres and workers in India, reads the statement.(GNS)

May 31, 2023
Have revived film tourism in 2021; gates open for Bollywood, Hollywood in J&K: LG Manoj Sinha

Srinagar, May 23: Jammu and Kashmir’s Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Tuesday said that the UT reflects multi-cultural ethos of India and the administration led by him has revived film tourism under the film policy 2021 to open the gates of ‘paradise’ for Bollywood and Hollywood.
Addressing the inaugural session of the Third G-20 Tourism Working Group meeting at SKICC on the banks of Dal Lake, the LG as per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said the UT administration has rolled-out film policy in 2021 to open gates for bollywood and hollywood.“In 2022, more than 300 films and serials were shot in J&K,” the LG said.
“We have included hundreds of new tourist destinations on the UT’s tourist map. Many tourist destinations are already on the global map.
In 2022, 18 million tourists visited J&K contributing 7 per cent to the total GDP of the UT.”
LG Sinha said that the J & K administration has not just explored the new tourist destinations but started home stays in various beautiful villages.
“J&K youth are scripting a bright future.The UT reflects the cultural ethos of India,” he said.
“J&K is being developed as a digital society.
In the last financial year, 92500 projects were completed. The region is witnessing a great transformation. He said the suggestions that have come to fore in the G-20 meetings that entail green tourism, eco-tourism and S&MEs have already been started by the J&K administration.
The LG said that he was hopeful that the delegates enjoyed the serene and mesmerising beauty of the famous Dal Lake.Speaking on the occasion MoS for Science and Technology, Dr Jitendera Singh said that Srinagar offers wide-range of handicrafts—the embroidery, paper machie, crewel and various other forms of art. “New industries are coming up and infrastructure is being developed rapidly.

Luckily, we have the world’s highest rail bridge over river Chenab in Jammu. We have the Lavender cultivation project in Bhaderwah area of Jammu region where many entrepreneurs from the outside have evinced their interest to start their business,” he said—(KNO)

May 23, 2023
Korea, India need to promote cultural exchanges to increase tourist footfall to Kashmir: Korean Ambassador

Srinagar, May 23: Korean Ambassador Chang Jaebok Tuesday said that Korea and India need to put efforts to increase tourist footfall from Korea to Kashmir.
Talking to reporters on the sidelines of the 3rd G20 Tourism Working Group Meeting, Korean Ambassador, as per the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), said that both governments need to promote cultural exchanges to attract film crews for shooting in the Valley.
Jaebok also said that the Korean government extends complete support to India for its G20 presidency this year.
“Every country has its own position on any issue, but as far as Korea is concerned, we are completely supporting India for its G20 presidency this year,” he said.He said that it will take some time to have increased footfall of tourists from Korea to Kashmir, but the governments of both India and Korea need to promote cultural exchange in this regard—(KNO)

May 23, 2023
Odisha: 55.20 pc voting till 3 pm in Jharsuguda by-poll

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Jharsuguda, A total of 55.20 per cent of the 2.21 lakh voters exercised their franchise till 3 pm on Wednesday in Odisha’s Jharsuguda assembly constituency, where a by-election is underway, an Election Commission official said.
Long queues were seen in front of several polling stations even before the voting process started at 7 am.
“There is no report of any untoward incident. Voting is underway peacefully amid tight security arrangements in all 253 polling stations. At least 55.20 per cent of eligible voters have exercised their franchise till 3 pm,” Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Nikunja Bihari Dhal said.

Dhal said the pace of voting reduced in the afternoon due to intense heat as 42 degrees Celsius was recorded in Jharsuguda at 3 pm. He said drinking water and watermelon were distributed among the voters standing in the queue.
The voting will continue till 6 pm.
Over 2.21 lakh voters, including 63 members of the transgender community, are eligible to exercise their franchise in the by-poll.
“There has been adequate deployment of personnel including paramilitary jawans in critical booths. Drones are being used to monitor the voting process in many booths,” said Jharsuguda SP Aparmar Smit Parshottamdas.
The by-election assumes significance as it will be the last poll before the 2024 general elections.

More than 1,000 officials and a huge police contingent along with seven companies of central paramilitary forces have been deployed for the by-election, the official said.
Collector cum District Election Officer Aboli Sunil Naravane said this was the first time that webcasting was done in all 253 polling stations.
She said adequate arrangements have been made to provide respite to voters from the scorching heat.
Both BJD candidate Deepali Das and BJP nominee Tankadhar Tripathy cast their votes early in the morning.
The by-election was necessitated following the murder of the sitting MLA and the then Health Minister Naba Kishore Das on January 29, 2023.
Though nine candidates are in the fray in the by-poll, the contest is mainly between the BJD, BJP and Congress.
The BJD has fielded Das’s daughter Deepali Das, while the BJP has nominated Tankadhar Tripathy. The Congress has fielded Tarun Pandey, the son of late MLA Biren Pandey. All three candidates are debutant contestants.
Votes will be counted on May 13.
Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik had campaigned for BJD candidate Deepali Das, while Union ministers Dharmendra Pradhan and Bisheswar Tudu had canvassed for BJP nominee Tankadhar Tripathy.
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( With inputs from www.siasat.com )

May 10, 2023
Here’s Raghav Chadha, Parineeti Chopra’s net worth

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Mumbai: Raghav Chadha has always been the talk of the town in the political world but nowadays he is being discussed widely for his personal life. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader is set to marry actor Parineeti Chopra by the end of this year. The couple will exchange rings in Delhi on Saturday with close friends and family in attendance. Both Parineeti and Raghav are successful in their respective careers and are earning a lot of money in their fields. Let’s take a look at the net worth.
Raghav Chadha and Parineeti Chopra (Instagram)
Raghav Chadha
Raghav Chadha is also a practising chartered accountant apart from being a politician. He worked with various accountancy firms including Deloitte, Shyam Malpani, and Grant Thornton. Raghav Chadha lives a very simple life and his net worth is estimated at around Rs 50 lakhs, according to Financial Express.

Reportedly, Raghav owns a Maruti Swift Dzire and 90 grams of jewellery valued at about INR 4,95,000 according to reports. He has bought a house worth Rs 37 lakhs.
Parineeti Chopra
According to multiple reports, Parineeti Chopra has a net worth of Rs 60 crores. She earns mainly from films and brand endorsements. She owns a luxury sea-facing apartment in Mumbai. The actress has several luxury cars in her fleet which include Audi A6, Jaguar XJL and Audi Q5, Jaguar XJL, among others.
Parineeti and Raghav reportedly studied together at the London School of Economics (LSE).

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( With inputs from www.siasat.com )

May 10, 2023