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  • Public Safety Act (PSA) on MLA Doda Mehraj Malik Triggers Unrest in Doda

    Public Safety Act (PSA) on MLA Doda Mehraj Malik Triggers Unrest in Doda

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    JAMMU SEPTEMBER 12:-The imposition of the Public Safety Act (PSA) on AAP MLA Mehraj Malik by Deputy Commissioner Doda has triggered widespread unrest across the district, sparking intense debates on governance, accountability, and democratic rights.

    Local residents argue that if Malik truly posed a threat to public order, there would not have been large-scale protests in his support. Demonstrations have erupted not only in Doda but also across other parts of Jammu and Kashmir, with thousands demanding his release.

    In contrast, sections of government employees have staged counter-protests, accusing the legislator of misusing his position. This has deepened the divide, pushing administrative and political tensions into the public domain.

    The unrest took a tragic turn when a two-year-old child reportedly lost his life during the disturbances. Locals allege the incident was the fallout of what they describe as the administration’s “hasty and harsh” decision, holding the Deputy Commissioner directly responsible.

    Critics are now questioning whether silencing an elected representative under the PSA undermines the foundations of democracy. “If an MLA cannot raise his voice against the injustice faced by his constituency, then who else will?” asked one protester, echoing the prevailing sentiment in the Valley.

    What began as a district-level controversy has now escalated into a Union Territory-wide issue. Supporters of Malik have leveled serious allegations against the Doda administration, while opposition parties are pressing the Lieutenant Governor’s office for clarity and accountability.

    Speaking to the media, Advocate Sheikh Shakeel strongly condemned the suspension of internet services in the Chenab Valley, calling it a “blatant violation” of the Supreme Court’s directions on safeguarding digital rights.

    The episode has shaken Doda’s political landscape and reignited a larger debate on the balance between administrative authority and the democratic rights of elected representatives in Jammu and Kashmir.

  • Rahul Gandhi Reiterates Allegations of “Vote Theft”, Promises More Evidence

    Rahul Gandhi Reiterates Allegations of “Vote Theft”, Promises More Evidence

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    NEW DELHI SEPT 12:-Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Thursday renewed his charge against the ruling BJP, accusing it of indulging in large-scale “vote theft” during recent elections.

    Speaking to reporters on the issue of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, the Congress leader asserted that his party had already submitted concrete evidence to back the allegation.

    “Elections have been stolen in Maharashtra, Haryana and Karnataka. We have given black-and-white proof. In the coming times, we will give more dynamic, explosive proof,” Gandhi said.

    The Congress has been raising concerns over alleged irregularities in the electoral process, demanding greater scrutiny of voter lists and transparency in roll revision.

  • Indian Navy to commission INS Aravali at Gurugram on September 12

    Indian Navy to commission INS Aravali at Gurugram on September 12

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    SHYAM SOOD

    **INS Aravali to bolster India’s Maritime Domain Awareness and security operations.

    RAJOURI SEPTEMBER 11:-The Indian Navy will commission INS Aravali at Gurugram on Friday (September 12) in the presence of Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff.
    Named after the unwavering Aravali range, INS Aravali will support various information and communication centers of the Navy, which form a key part of India’s command, control, and Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) framework.
    Guided by the motto ‘सामुद्रिकसुरक्षायाः सहयोगं’ (Maritime Security through Collaboration), the base reflects a collaborative ethos, working closely with naval units, MDA centres, and allied stakeholders.
    The crest of INS Aravali features a central mountain symbolising the strength of the Aravali Range and a rising sun representing eternal vigilance, resilience, energy, and the dawn of niche technological capabilities in communications and MDA. It embodies the base’s commitment to ensuring maritime security and safeguarding India’s interests at sea.

  • Rajouri Scholar Awarded Ph.D. in Agronomy

    Rajouri Scholar Awarded Ph.D. in Agronomy

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    RAJOURI SEPTEMBER 12:-Mr. Asif Ali, son of Maqsood Hussain and Dilshad Begum, resident of Fatehpur Gurrian, Ward No. 3, District Rajouri, has been declared qualified for the award of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Agronomy by Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu (SKUAST-J).

    His research work, titled “Effect of Tillage Methods, Irrigation and Nitrogen Management in Wheat Crop under Sub-Tropical Conditions of Jammu”, was carried out under the supervision of Dr. Mahender Singh, Professor & Chief Scientist and Incharge, Agrometeorology, Division of Agronomy, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, SKUAST-Jammu.

  • Budgam Man Convicted in Cheque Bounce Case, Sentenced to One-Year Jail, Rs 6.6 Lakh Fine

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    SRINAGAR SEPT 11(KNO):The Court of 4th Additional Munsiff (JMIC) Srinagar has convicted Mohammad Maqbool Wani, a resident of Ichgam, Budgam, in a cheque bounce case under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments in Act, 1881.

    Delivering judgment on September 3, 2025, the court held Wani guilty after finding that the cheque he issued to settle a legitimate debt was dishonoured due to insufficient funds.

    Despite receiving a formal demand notice, he failed to make the payment within the mandatory 15-day period.

    According to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), the court sentenced Wani to simple imprisonment for one year and imposed a fine of Rs 6.6 lakh with 6% annual interest from the date of the cheque until realization.

    The judgment further states that in the event of default in payment of the fine, the convict will undergo an additional six months of simple imprisonment.

    Citing the Supreme Court ruling in R. Vijayan v. Baby & Anr. (2011), the court directed that the fine amount, along with accrued interest, be paid to the complainant, Dr. Gowhar Ahmad Bhat, as compensation under Section 357(1) of the CrPC. The court also noted that Wani had already made a part payment of ₹1.40 lakh, which was adjusted while calculating the fine.

    The judgment was pronounced in open court by Adnan Manzoor Naqashbandi, 4th Additional Munsiff (JMIC), Srinagar—(KNO)

  • DC Rajouri Conducts Tour of Block Darhal, Reviews Ongoing Projects and Addresses Local Issues

    DC Rajouri Conducts Tour of Block Darhal, Reviews Ongoing Projects and Addresses Local Issues

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    RAJOURI, SEPTEMBER 11: Deputy Commissioner Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma, today conducted an extensive tour of Block Darhal to inspect various ongoing developmental works and address local issues. The visit aimed at ensuring the timely completion of crucial infrastructure projects and improving public safety.

    During his visit, the DC first toured the Chowkian to Sarootha road, being developed under the NABARD by the PWD department. The road, with a total length of 5 kilometers, is currently pending blacktopping due to unresolved issues with local residents. The Executive Engineer (EXEN) PWD apprised the DC of the situation, and in response, the DC directed Tehsildar Darhal to intervene and resolve the matter promptly, ensuring no further delays in the completion of the roadwork.

    Following this, the Deputy Commissioner inspected several buildings, including the Primary School Sarootha and Middle School Sarootha, to assess their safety. He also visited Subcentre building at Sarootha and on finding that the building is not safe, he asked for immediate shifting.

    The DC also visited the PWD Dakbunglow Darhal where he instructed the concerned authorities to expedite the pace of work on the Dakbunglow and ensure its timely completion. Similarly, he visited the Darhal Town road project and emphasized the need to accelerate construction to meet the deadlines.

    Later, the Deputy Commissioner chaired a meeting with concerned officers to address the menace of drug abuse in the region. The DC directed the Tehsildar Darhal and other officers to take effective measures to combat the the drug menace.

    Among the others who accompanied the DC during his visit were CPO, Maqsood Ahmed; EXEN PWD (R&B), Sajjaz Ahmed Khan; EXEN PDD Rajouri, Mohd Rashid; Tehsildar Darhal, Ashraf Ali; BDO Darhal, Sheikh Wajid and other concerned officers.

  • Chief Secretary Jammu and Kashmir Reviews J&K Cyber Security Action Plan

    Chief Secretary Jammu and Kashmir Reviews J&K Cyber Security Action Plan

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    JAMMU SEPTEMBER 11:-Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo today chaired a high-level meeting to review the implementation of the Cyber Security Action Plan across Jammu and Kashmir.

    The Chief Secretary directed the swift rollout of the e-SAM portal for inventorization and monitoring of IT assets across all departments. It was informed that EDR and UEM solutions have already been deployed on over 5,100 Civil Secretariat devices, with the rollout to Head of Department (HoD) offices currently in progress.

    The meeting reviewed Cyber Crisis Management Plans, the adoption of official government email IDs, and enforcement of USB restrictions to curb vulnerabilities. Dulloo stressed the need for proactive cyber hygiene and called for the early operationalization of the Mini-SOC in Jammu, which will subsequently be upgraded to a full-fledged Security Operations Centre (SOC).

    He also directed departments to migrate to the Meghraj Cloud platform and adopt IPv6 for enhanced security and efficiency.

    Urging strict adherence to timelines, the Chief Secretary asked all departments to work in close coordination with the IT Department, plug security gaps, and strengthen digital resilience for secure governance.

  • Residents of KhawajaBag Seek Urgent Upgradation/ Macadamization of Dilapidated Roads: M Altaf Dar

    Residents of KhawajaBag Seek Urgent Upgradation/ Macadamization of Dilapidated Roads: M Altaf Dar

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    SRINAGAR SEPTEMBER 11:-Prominent socio-political activist, senior trade union leader, and civic reformer Mohammad Altaf Dar has voiced serious concern over the poor condition of internal link roads in Khawajabagh, Rajbagh.

    The residents have expressed anguish that the stretch from the residence of Nazir Ahmed Dar (Bismillah) via the houses of Abdul Quyoom Dar, Mohammad Yousuf Dar, and adjoining areas has become nearly impassable due to waterlogging, potholes, and accumulated mud.

    Being a vital link for school-going children, elderly residents, and daily commuters, the road’s dilapidated condition poses grave risks to both pedestrians and vehicles, particularly after rainfall.

    The locals have appealed to the Hon’ble MLA Lalchowk Mr. Ahsan Pardesi, Divcom Kashmir & Concerned Departments to personally intervene and ensure immediate upgradation/ macadamization of the road on a priority basis. They stressed that timely redressal will not only ease daily hardships but also prevent further damage to the already deteriorating surface.

    The community reiterated that this long-pending demand must be addressed at the earliest to restore smooth movement, civic convenience, and basic dignity in the locality.

  • BGSBU Rolls Out RFID Identity Cards for Faculty, Students, and Staff ; University takes major step towards digital transformation and campus security

    BGSBU Rolls Out RFID Identity Cards for Faculty, Students, and Staff ; University takes major step towards digital transformation and campus security

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    RAJOURI SEPTEMBER 11:-Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University (BGSBU) has launched RFID-enabled identity cards, marking a significant advancement in its digital infrastructure and security systems. The initiative was formally inaugurated by Vice Chancellor Prof. Jawaid Iqbal and Registrar Mr. Abhishek Sharma, IAS, who distributed the first batch of smart ID cards to faculty members.

    This is the first time identity cards have been issued at BGSBU. The facility will be extended to students and non-teaching staff in a phased rollout.

    Speaking at the launch, Prof. Jawaid Iqbal underlined the University’s commitment to modern technologies that enhance academic and administrative efficiency. Registrar Mr. Abhishek Sharma highlighted that the initiative aligns with BGSBU’s vision of building a secure, transparent, and digitally empowered campus.

    The RFID-based ID cards will not only function as official identification but also streamline access to university facilities and services, reinforcing the institution’s drive towards digital transformation and a safer academic environment.

  • Eminent Tribal people Representing various states, called on President  Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

    Eminent Tribal people Representing various states, called on President  Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

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    NEW DELHI SEPT 11:-A group of eminent tribal people from diverse backgrounds, representing various states, called on President Smt Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The group was at Rashtrapati Bhavan under the ‘Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan’ of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. A series of such meetings of Tribal leaders have been organised at Rashtrapati Bhavan under this initiative. This was the last meeting of this series.

    The President said that we all should work to build a society and country with an environment of equality, justice and respect. She added that the culture and traditions of the tribal society should be preserved, and the rights of our tribal brothers and sisters should be protected.

    The President appreciated the use of latest technologies for empowerment of tribals. She noted the recent launch of Adi Vaani, an AI-powered translation tool for tribal languages and termed it as an important step towards language and educational transformation in tribal areas.