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Day: November 6, 2024

  • Day 3: J&K Assembly passes resolution on Article 370 restoration amid uproar

    Day 3: J&K Assembly passes resolution on Article 370 restoration amid uproar

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    ABID BASHIR

    Dy CM moves resolution, Sakina seconds motion; LoP Sharma, BJP leaders oppose, Two Independent MLAs, PDP Legislators, Sajad Lone support resolution; House adjourned for 15 minutes

    SRINAGAR NOV 06(KNO) The third day of J&K Assembly witnessed uproar after the deputy chief Minister Surinder Choudhary moved a resolution seeking restoration of Article 370 which was passed with majority vote in the Assembly.

    The move was strongly opposed by the Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma questioning the government move stating that when business was discussion on Lieutenant Governor’s address, how come resolution was moved.

    Soon after the Assembly met, Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on behalf of the government, as per news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), moved a resolution that read: “This Assembly reaffirms the importance of the special and constitutional guarantees, which safeguarded the identity, culture and rights of the people of Jammu and Kashmir and expresses concern over the unilateral removal.”

    The resolution further read that, “This assembly calls upon the Government of India to initiate dialogue with elected representatives of people of J&K for restoration of special status, constitutional guarantees and to work out the constitutional mechanisms for restoring these provisions.”

    It also read that this Assembly emphasises that any process for restoration must safeguard both national unity and the legitimate aspirations of the people of J&K. The motion was seconded by senior NC leader and Health Minister Sakina Itoo.

    The move evoked sharp criticism from the BJP leader and LoP Sunil Sharma and other BJP leaders who questioned change in the business. “When business was about discussion on LG’s address, how resolution,” he said. Independent MLAs Sheikh Khursheed and Shabir Kullay, PC chief Sajad Lone supported the resolution besides three PDP legislators.

    The Speaker Abdur Rahim Rather put the resolution to vote which was passed with the majority. The BJP continued the protests in the house forcing the Speaker to adjourn the House for 15 minutes. On August 5, 2019, Centre had rolled back the J&K special status and sliced the erstwhile state into two UTs—J&K and Ladakh. NC in its manifesto had promised to fight for the restoration of Statehood and special status—(KNO)

  • D&FCO Jammu conducts surprise inspections inSunderbani & Nowshera Regions.

    D&FCO Jammu conducts surprise inspections inSunderbani & Nowshera Regions.

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    SHYAM SOOD 

    **Inspections conducted to strengthen anti-drug measures under Nasha Mukat J&K: D&FCO.

    **Licenses of 3 pharmaceutical firms suspended,10 firms issued show cause notices: D&FCO

    RAJOURI NOV 05:-With an aim to strengthen Anti-Drug measures under ‘Nasha Mukt J&K Campaign’, a team of Drug & Food Control Organisation (D&FCO) Jammu headed by Assistant Controller Drugs for Rajouri & Poonch on Tuesday (Nov 5) conducted surprise inspections of medical shops in Sunderbani & Nowshera subdivisions of Rajouri district.
    Prompted by the latest Narcotics Coordination Committee (NCORD) meeting directives, presided over by DC Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma, the department has launched intensified inspection drives within the district.
    These efforts reaffirm the administration’s dedication to public health and safety through stringent control over pharmaceutical transactions and practices.
    To enhance supervisory measures, the official asked businessmen to install CCTV cameras within the trade fraternity. They are encouraged to place CCTV cameras at prominent locations on their premises and adopt a computerized billing system for record-keeping, aligning with government directives.
    These checks aim to pinpoint and rectify any regulatory lapses within the local pharmaceutical sector.
    Recent inspections have revealed multiple violations, including inadequate maintenance of computerized sales records-a critical requirement for ensuring transparency in drug distribution.
    Due to these non-compliances, licenses for three pharmaceutical firms were promptly suspended, while over ten firms received show cause notices for failing to meet the mandated computerized billing standards.
    “The intensified inspections underscore our unwavering commitment to combating drug abuse and safeguarding public health,” said Assistant Controller Drugs, Rajouri/Poonch.
    “Maintaining regulatory compliance in the pharmaceutical sector is pivotal for building a drug-free Jammu & Kashmir” he added.
    Through these active measures, the department is making progress toward reinforcing control over potentially misused drug formulations, contributing to the government’s vision of a healthier, drug-free society.

  • Recruitment Rally for TA in Surankote from November 8 to 20.

    Recruitment Rally for TA in Surankote from November 8 to 20.

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    SHYAM SOOD 

    RAJOURI NOV 05:-PRO and Spokesperson, Ministry of Defence (MoD) Jammu, informed that the Indian Army will be conducting a recruitment rally from November 8 to 20 at Advance Landing Ground (ALG) in Surankote of Poonch district.
    This rally provides a platform for the youth of Jammu and Kashmir to join the Indian Army and serve their nation while supporting their community.
    Giving details PRO & Spokesperson MoD, Lt Col Suneel Bartwal said: “The event aims to fill 307 vacancies for Soldier General Duty and 45 vacancies for Clerks and Tradesmen in the Territorial Army”.
    He added the recruitment rally is open to candidates from 31 Tehsils of Jammu Division, including Poonch, Rajouri, Reasi, and Jammu districts, for Soldier General Duty. “Candidates from the entire Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir are eligible to apply for Clerks and Tradesmen positions,” said PRO Defence.
    The rally will offer opportunities for young individuals to showcase their skills and contribute to the nation’s defense.
    The Indian Army and Civil Administration of Jammu & Kashmir have joined hands to ensure the smooth conduct of this rally.
    Indian Army also expects this rally to be a grand success and enable the youth of the region to earn the honour to serve their Motherland as ‘Sons of Soil’.