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Day: July 30, 2025

  • Negligence of Education Officials Endangered Students’ Safety: Farooq Inqlabi

    Negligence of Education Officials Endangered Students’ Safety: Farooq Inqlabi

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    RAJOURI JULY 30:-Prominent socio-political leader Farooq Inqlabi has strongly condemned the gross negligence exhibited by the officers of the School Education Department in Rajouri, accusing them of endangering the safety of students by failing to act on the official weather advisory.

    In a sharply worded statement, Inqlabi expressed deep concern over the department’s failure to declare the timely closure of schools during adverse weather conditions. “It is deeply unfortunate and highly irresponsible that the concerned officials remained unaware of the weather advisory. This not only disrupted the daily routine of students and parents but also exposed children to unnecessary risks,” he said.

    Calling it a serious lapse in administrative duty, Inqlabi demanded immediate accountability. “In an age where information is just a click away, such carelessness is simply unacceptable. The administration must investigate this failure and take necessary disciplinary action against those responsible,” he added.

    He further urged the government to establish robust coordination mechanisms between school authorities, the meteorological department, and district disaster management units. “Such systems are vital to ensure the safety of students and prevent similar blunders in the future,” Inqlabi asserted.

    The statement has resonated with parents and civil society members, who also seek swift action and stronger safeguards for student welfare in the region.

  • Deputy Commissioner Rajouri Bans Use of Unsafe School Buildings During Rainy Season

    Deputy Commissioner Rajouri Bans Use of Unsafe School Buildings During Rainy Season

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    SHYAM SOOD

    RAJOURI JULY 30:-Because of the ongoing inclement weather conditions in the district, Deputy Commissioner Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma, IAS, has directed education department authorities not to use middle and primary school buildings that are dilapidated, unsafe, or structurally compromised.

    Acting on the directive, the Chief Education Officer (CEO) Rajouri, through Circular No.

    CEOR/P&S/2025-26/13241-42 issued on Wednesday, instructed all the Zonal Education Officers (ZEOs) to ensure that Heads of Institutions (HoIs) strictly implement the DC’s directions.
    “Failing which, defaulters shall be held personally responsible for any circumstances or consequences,” the CEO’s circular stated.
    Additionally, the CEO directed all ZEOs to submit consolidated details of such unsafe buildings—specifically the condition of middle and primary school structures—along with a list of flood-prone school buildings to his office via WhatsApp at 7006293413 by 2 PM on Wednesday.
    The CEO emphasized the urgency of the matter and asked officials to submit separate details of dilapidated, unsafe, and flood-prone buildings in the prescribed Excel format (attached with the order), so that the Deputy Commissioner may be informed on time.

  • DRDO Successfully Conducts Two Consecutive Flight-Tests of Pralay Quasi-Ballistic Missile

    DRDO Successfully Conducts Two Consecutive Flight-Tests of Pralay Quasi-Ballistic Missile

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    **Pralay is an indigenously developed, solid-propellant, quasi-ballistic missile

    RAJOURI-DELHI JULY 30:-In a significant step toward building its conventional missile force, the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted two consecutive successful flight tests of the Pralay quasi-ballistic missile from Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha on July 28 and 29.
    The tests were carried out as part of User Evaluation Trials (UET) to validate the missile system’s minimum and maximum range capabilities.
    Pralay is an indigenously developed, solid-propellant, quasi-ballistic surface-to-surface missile equipped with state-of-the-art guidance and navigation systems, ensuring high precision. It is capable of carrying multiple types of warheads to neutralize a variety of targets.
    Both missiles precisely followed the intended trajectories and hit the designated targets with pinpoint accuracy, meeting all test objectives.
    All subsystems performed as expected. The performance was validated using test data collected from various tracking sensors deployed by the Integrated Test Range (ITR), including instruments placed on a ship near the designated impact point.
    The Pralay missile system has been developed by the Research Centre Imarat, in collaboration with other DRDO laboratories such as the Defence Research & Development Laboratory, Advanced Systems Laboratory, Armament Research & Development Establishment, High Energy Materials Research Laboratory, Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory, Terminal Ballistics Research Laboratory, Research & Development Establishment (Engineers), and ITR.
    The project also includes contributions from industry partners, including Bharat Dynamics and Bharat Electronics Limited, other industries, and MSMEs.
    The flight tests were witnessed by senior DRDO scientists, user representatives from the Indian Air Force and Indian Army, and industry officials.
    The Indian Army has already approved the acquisition of the Pralay missile. It is expected to be deployed along both the Line of Actual Control (LAC) with China and the Line of Control (LoC) with Pakistan.
    Defence Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated DRDO, the Armed Forces, and industry partners for the successful flight tests.
    “The missile equipped with modern technologies will give a further technological boost to the Armed Forces against emerging threats,” he said.
    Secretary, Department of Defence R&D, and DRDO Chairman Dr. Samir V. Kamat also congratulated the teams, stating: “The successful completion of these Phase-1 flight tests paves the way for the system’s induction into the Armed Forces shortly.”

  • 7th District Soft Tennis Championships 2025–2026 Successfully Held at Sports Stadium Poonch

    7th District Soft Tennis Championships 2025–2026 Successfully Held at Sports Stadium Poonch

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    POONCH JULY 30:-The 7th District Poonch Soft Tennis Championships for 2025–2026 concluded with great enthusiasm and sportsmanship at the Sports Stadium Poonch. The event was organized by the District Soft Tennis Association Poonch in collaboration with the Sports Council Unit Poonch, under the affiliation of the Amateur Soft Tennis Federation of India and the Jammu & Kashmir Olympic Association. The tournament is also affiliated with the Asian Soft Tennis Federation and the International Soft Tennis Federation, and recognized by the Jammu and Kashmir Sports Council, Government of Jammu and Kashmir, and the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India.

    The opening ceremony was graced by Mr. Mushtaq Ahmed, Manager in-charge of Sports Stadium Poonch, along with Syed Zakir Hussain. The tournament witnessed enthusiastic participation from over 100 players—boys and girls—in various age categories including Under-14, Under-17, Under-19, as well as junior, sub-junior, and senior divisions.

    Participants showcased their talent and dedication throughout the championship, with winners being awarded gold medals and other prizes. The final ceremony was held in the presence of Chief Guest Dr. Ruby Naza, Deputy CMO Poonch, who distributed the prizes and applauded the players and organizers for their contributions to promoting soft tennis in the region.

    Special Guests in attendance included:

    Imran Hussain Shah,Shabir Ahmed Malik,Imtiaz Ahmed Lone,Shanzan Ahmed,Mohd Sholi and Mohd Akaram

    The efforts of Coach Abyani Rana were particularly acknowledged for their role in training and mentoring the players. Appreciation was also extended to all coaches, association members, and volunteers for successfully organizing the event.

    The program was hosted by Pervaiz Ahmed Malik, NIS Cricket Coach, and was held under the overall supervision of Mr. Manzoor Ahmed Lone, who ensured smooth coordination and execution of the championship.

    Several outstanding players were selected to represent District Poonch at the state-level soft tennis events, marking another proud moment for the district’s growing sporting reputation.

    The championship not only highlighted the growing interest in soft tennis among the youth of Poonch but also reinforced the importance of grassroots development in sports through such well-organized district-level events.

  • What KPC Thinks and Suggests About Vivek Tankha’s Private Member’s Bill ; Kundan Kashmiri, Sevak & President (KPC)

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    SRINAGAR JULY 30:-The Kashmiri Pandit Conference (KPC) welcomes the introduction of the Private Member’s Bill by Hon’ble MP Vivek Tankha  which seeks to acknowledge and address the immense pain, forced displacement, and prolonged suffering endured by the exiled Kashmiri Pandit (KP) community over the last three and a half decades.

    This Bill is a step forward, but not a final solution in its current form. It is our duty as a community to approach this initiative with strategic maturity, not emotional reaction. We must not allow this long-overdue legislative effort to be derailed, either by external political pressures or by internal divisions and personal egos.Instead, we must engage constructively and collectively, urging for the Bill’s passage into, along with critical amendments and ironclad safeguards to reflect the ground realities and core aspirations of our community Kundan Kashmiri said.

    KPC’s Key Recommendations & Additions to the Bill:The Bill must be passed in toto, with essential amendments and constitutional safeguards.Consolidated resettlement of the displaced KP community at one place secure location in the Kashmir Valley,ensuring honour, safety, dignity, and non-fragmentation of our future existence.Formal recognition of the genocide committed against our community, including legal redressal, and dedicated commemorative measures he said the Comprehensive compensation for properties lost,homes, land, shops, institutions based on current market value.
    Grant of “Indigenous Status” to the Kashmiri Pandit community, affirming our ancient, rightful, and permanent identity in Kashmir he also said and added that Employment opportunities in central government departments, public sector undertakings, and autonomous bodies under a separate employment package.

    Kundan also said that the Constitutional guarantees ensuring non-repetition of past injustices, with full-proof security, legal protection, and administrative mechanisms.
    Legal and physical protection of religious, cultural, and heritage sites, which have faced systematic destruction and encroachment.

    Representation of displaced KPs in legislative bodies, autonomous institutions, and decision-making forums concerning J&K and national policy matters.Establishment of an independent commission to monitor and implement the resettlement and rehabilitation roadmap with time-bound results.

    Kundan said that We must remain vigilant that this initiative does not get reduced to a symbolic gesture, offering a few jobs or temporary relief, while burying our foundational demands in bureaucratic files.

    At this historic juncture, the unity of thought, vision, and action must become our greatest strength. We appeal to all Kashmiri Pandit organizations, intellectuals, and civil society members to rise above suspicion, personal politics, and fragmentation. Let us speak in one voice, act with collective wisdom, and advance with strategic intent.

    Let no political party,ruling or opposition falsely claim that the KP community has rejected or opposed this Bill. That narrative would serve only to dilute or destroy what little attention our cause has finally received.

    This is not just about legislation, it is about truth, justice, return, and rightful restitution. Let us act now, so that tomorrow our future generations can return to their sacred Kashyap Bhoomi, secred Home land with identity, dignity, and constitutional protection he said.

     

    Kundan Kashmiri
    Sevak of the KP Community & President, KPC
    Email:kundankashmiri@gmail.comMobile: 8802167955

  • National Conference MLA Arjun Singh Raju Represents Jammu & Kashmir at NCSL Legislative Summit in Boston, USA

    National Conference MLA Arjun Singh Raju Represents Jammu & Kashmir at NCSL Legislative Summit in Boston, USA

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    JAMMU JULY 30:-In a moment of immense pride for Jammu and Kashmir, Arjun Singh Raju, MLA from Ramban, is representing the Union Territory at the prestigious National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) Legislative Summit being held in Boston, USA, from August 4 to 6, 2025.

    The Indian legislative delegation to the summit is being facilitated by National Legislators’ Conference Bharat (NLC Bharat)—a pioneering and non-partisan initiative aimed at building the capacity of Indian lawmakers and promoting democratic cooperation at both national and international levels.

    Mr Raju is part of a historic delegation comprising over 130 MLAs and MLCs from 24 states and 21 political parties, marking the largest-ever Indian legislative presence at a global democratic forum. The participation of such a diverse and sizable group underscores India’s deepening commitment to strengthening democracy through dialogue, collaboration, and cross-border knowledge exchange.

    While interacting with media in Jammu,  Raju expressed his gratitude and enthusiasm, stating:

    “It is a proud moment to represent my state and constituency at a global platform like NCSL. This initiative is not just about international exposure—it is about learning from global best practices in governance and bringing those insights back to serve our people more effectively. I am especially thankful to Hon’ble Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Omar Abdullah, for reposing his trust in me and nominating me to be a part of this prestigious conference.

    During the three-day summit, the Indian delegation will engage with more than 7,000 lawmakers from across the world, participating in high-level discussions on pressing global challenges such as AI in governance, digital democracy, cybersecurity, voter trust, and policy innovation. The summit will also offer academic sessions on U.S. legislative systems and foster engagement with Indian-origin leaders in government, business, and academia.

    This landmark participation by Indian legislators at NCSL reflects the evolving vision of Bharat’s democratic leadership—one that values continuous learning, fosters global partnerships, and proudly represents India on the world stage with integrity and purpose.