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  • Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir is a part of India: Rajnath Singh

    Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir is a part of India: Rajnath Singh

    New Delhi, 26 June (IANS) “People living in Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir  will raise a demand to go with India. Pakistan does not have a locus standi there as it has illegally occupied the area. The Indian Parliament has unanimously passed at least three resolutions which state that PoK is a part of India,” Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said this on Monday.

    National security is the Government’s top-most priority and it is committed to protect the sovereignty, unity and integrity of the country. This was stated by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh while addressing a National Security Conclave on June 26.

    Rajnath Singh added that the network of terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir has substantially weakened in the last few years as strict and consistent action is being taken. “Terror funding has been curbed. Supply of arms and drugs to terrorists has been stopped. Along with elimination of terrorists, work is being done to dismantle the network of under ground workers,” he said.

    On the abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, he stated that the decision has connected the people of the Union Territory with the country’s mainstream and helped them to usher in a new era of peace and progress.

    He asserted that India has witnessed a paradigm shift in its security scenario in the last nine years. He pointed out that India’s image in 2013-14 was that of a weak nation which allowed its adversaries to create problems, but today the country has the ability to overcome every threat.

    Rajnath Singh stated that no stone is being left unturned to equip the military with latest weaponry and modern technology, assuring the nation that the armed forces are fully capable of protecting the borders and the seas. “Our goal is to bring our armed forces in the frontline of modern militaries,” he said.

    “For a long time, Pakistan has tried to destabilise peace and harmony in the country through cross-border terrorism. However, when we came to power, we launched effective action against terrorism. We showed the world the meaning of ‘zero tolerance against terrorism’. The bold and first-of-its-kind moves to eliminate terrorists following the Uri and Pulwama incidents are proof of India’s ‘zero tolerance against terrorism’ policy and the unmatched valour of the armed forces. Today, most of the countries are united against terrorism. The joint statement issued after the Prime Minister’s meeting with US President Joe Biden is an indication of how India has changed the mindset of the world on the issue of terrorism,” the Defence Minister said.

  • BMC issues helpline numbers for residents to file complaints regarding water loggings

    BMC issues helpline numbers for residents to file complaints regarding water loggings

    Bhubaneswar: With the onset of southwest monsoon in Odisha, different parts of the State have been receiving rainfall for the last couple of days. Likewise, heavy rainfall has been lashing Bhubaneswar City.

    The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has further predicted heavy to very heavy rain for the next two days. Suspecting that such heavy downpours might cause water loggings at different places of the State Capital City, the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) has issued two helpline (toll free) numbers to address the issue. The numbers are 1929 (existing) and 7008475455.

    The City Civic body has urged the people to register complaints by calling these numbers if they come across water logging anywhere under the jurisdiction of the BMC.

    “In an effort to address water logging concerns effectively, BMC has introduced two helpline numbers: 1929 (existing) & 7008475455. If you come across water logging issues or need to register complaints, feel free to contact us on these numbers,” said Bhubaneswar Smart City Limited (BSCL) on its Twitter handle.

  • Continuation of heavy rains, life affected due to waterlogging

    Continuation of heavy rains, life affected due to waterlogging

    Public Relations Webdesk | According to the Meteorological Department’s alert, heavy rains are continuing in Uttarakhand. Heavy rains have affected normal life due to water-logging and landslides at many places. CM Pushkar Singh Dhami took stock of the situation arising out of rain by reaching the disaster control room and instructed the officials to remain in alert mode.

    The Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for heavy rains in many districts of the state till June 26. According to the alert of the Meteorological Department, the process of heavy rain is going on in the state. The rains affected normal life in capital Dehradun, Haridwar, Pauri, Uttarkashi and Tehri districts. Roads were blocked at many places due to debris. JCB machines of the administration were engaged in clearing debris from the obstructed roads and normalizing the traffic. On the other hand, in Dehradun and Haridwar, people had to face a lot of trouble due to the filling of rain water at various places.

    CM Pushkar Singh Dhami took stock of the situation arising due to rain by reaching the disaster control room. It was the Chief Minister who took information from the officials about the relief work being done in view of landslides and water-logging. In view of the onset of monsoon in the state, the Chief Minister directed the officials to remain in alert mode keeping mutual coordination.

    There has been heavy rain in Kedarnath Dham as well. In view of the rain, devotees were not allowed to go beyond Sonprayag and Gaurikund on Sunday morning. The administration said keeping in view the safety of the pilgrims, the pilgrims would be allowed to proceed further only when the weather clears up. In view of the Chardham Yatra, CM Dhami has instructed the officials to take extra vigilance. On the instructions of the CM, the administration is taking all precautionary measures.

  • Heavy rain expected in Uttarakhand till June 26

    Heavy rain expected in Uttarakhand till June 26

    Uttarakhand | Heavy rains are expected till June 26. The Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for thunderstorms for the next three days. In view of the Meteorological Department’s alert, CM Pushkar Singh Dhami has instructed the officials to be vigilant. In Uttarakhand, the Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for heavy rains in Nainital, Champawat, Pithoragarh, Bageshwar, Dehradun, Tehri and Pauri districts till June 26. Whereas on June 27 and 28, heavy rains are expected at isolated places in Uttarkashi, Chamoli, Pithoragarh, Rudraprayag and Bageshwar districts.

    According to the Meteorological Department, along with rain, winds can blow at a speed of 40 to 50 km per hour. Due to which there can be incidents of waterlogging on the roads, landslides on the mountains and falling of trees. The Director of the Meteorological Department has appealed to the people to be vigilant during this period.

    In view of the Meteorological Department’s alert, CM Pushkar Singh Dhami has instructed the officers in all the districts to be vigilant. CM Dhami has asked to continuously update weather related information in view of Chardham Yatra. The Chief Minister has instructed the officers and employees not to keep their phones switched off till June 27 so that immediate relief and rescue work can be done in case of any emergency. The Chief Minister has also appealed to Chardham Yatris and tourists to visit the mountains keeping an eye on the weather.

  • Action of security forces against militants intensified on Manipur violence

    Action of security forces against militants intensified on Manipur violence

    Manipur | The ongoing violence is not taking the name of stopping. This uproar regarding caste violence has been going on for more than 2 months. According to statistics, 120 people have lost their lives in this ruckus and more than 3000 people are injured. Homes and work places of ministers, vehicles are being burnt. Keeping in view the situation, the security forces have intensified action against the miscreants. Security forces destroyed 12 bunkers built by militants in different districts of violence-hit Manipur in the last 24 hours.

    Explain that the statement issued by the Manipur Police said that the state police and central forces conducted search operations in Tamenglong, Imphal East, Bishnupur, Kangpokpi, Churachandpur and Kakching districts. Not only this, during the search operation, the police found three 51 mm mortar shells, three 84 mm mortars and IEDs in a paddy field in Sahumfai village. The bomb disposal team also destroyed the IED.

  • AAP angry over silence of Congress on ordinance

    AAP angry over silence of Congress on ordinance

    Delhi | The Aam Aadmi Party has now distanced itself from the campaign for opposition unity. Let us tell you that AAP has taken this step after getting angry with the silence of the Congress regarding the central government’s ordinance. Due to which, being angry with the meeting in Patna, the convenor of Aam Aadmi Party and Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal left silently. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, MPs Raghav Chadha and Sanjay Singh also did not appear in the press conference.
    Your leaders did not like this
    CM Kejriwal wanted the Congress to clarify its position on the ordinance. On this, former Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir Omar Abdullah said that there should be no discussion on any specific issue related to the state. CM Kejriwal, CM Bhagwant Mann and AAP leaders did not like this thing.
    15 parties were involved in the meeting
    Fifteen parties attended the meeting, out of which 12 are represented in the Rajya Sabha. All 11 parties, except the Congress, announced that they would oppose the ordinance in the Rajya Sabha. After which now the AAP party issued a statement on its Facebook page saying that in future meetings of like-minded parties, the Aam Aadmi Party will Parting will be difficult.
    Let us tell you that many parties urged the Congress to openly condemn the black ordinance, but the Congress refused. At the same time, the Delhi and Punjab units of the Congress have announced that the Modi government should be supported on this issue. Congress leaders indicated that the party may abstain from voting on the ordinance in the Rajya Sabha. The AAP said it would find it difficult to attend any opposition unity meeting with the Congress unless it publicly opposes the ordinance.

  • Devotees moving forward in Kedarnath despite the challenge of the weather

    Devotees moving forward in Kedarnath despite the challenge of the weather

    Uttarakhand | Due to heavy rains in Kedarnath Dham, the enthusiasm of Kedar devotees is being seen even in the midst of difficult conditions. The administration in the Dham is repeatedly postponing the yatra in view of the safety of the devotees. But amidst the challenge of the weather and the restrictions of the administration, Baba’s devotees are moving forward fearlessly.
    According to the alert of the Meteorological Department of rain in Uttarakhand till June 26, it is raining continuously. The process of rain is continuing in Kedarnath Dham also since Sunday. Due to heavy rains, the gads and gaderes around Kedarnath Dham are in spate. Water is coming with full speed at many places on the Kedarnath pedestrian route. In front of Gaurikund, about three kilometers on the pedestrian path, the rain drain came in spate, seeing which the administration stopped the walk ahead of Gaurikund.
    But the pilgrims who had already proceeded on the yatra route took their places in the first safe places. And as soon as things got a little better, they kept moving forward. Even though the situation arising due to rain in Kedarnath is looking scary and the administration is taking all precautions. But it is clearly visible in the pictures from Kedarnath that how the devotees are moving on the yatra route even in the midst of bad weather.
    Defying all apprehensions, devotees of Baba Kedar are going to visit Kedarnath Dham. So far, about 11 lakh devotees have visited Kedarnath Dham. Although the monsoon has started and the weather has changed, but still devotees are thronging to have darshan of Baba Kedar, which shows that faith is overpowering the challenge of nature.

  • G-20 meeting started in Rishikesh, discussion on these topics

    G-20 meeting started in Rishikesh, discussion on these topics

    Public Relations Webdesk | The meeting of the G-20 Infrastructure Development Working Group began in Rishikesh. Apart from G-20 member countries, a total of 63 representatives of invited countries and international organizations have participated in the meeting. In the meeting, international experts shared their experiences and suggestions on improving the infrastructure facilities of the cities.
    The third meeting of the G-20 Infrastructure Development Working Group, which lasted for three days in Yognagari Rishikesh, began in Rishikesh from Monday. The meeting held a high-level discussion on the ‘Roadmap for Sustainable Cities’ in partnership with the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank. The G-20 policy makers deliberated in the meeting on exploring the role of rapid urbanization and inclusivity, technology, infratech and digitization.
    Along with this, major challenges ranging from climate change to infrastructure resilience were brainstormed. The delegates involved in the discussion also understood the infrastructural model of Nusantara, a new city in Indonesia, one of the most ambitious cities in the world. International experts also joined the discussion and shared their experiences and suggestions.Discussion on roadmap in partnership with Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
    High level discussion on ‘Roadmap for Sustainable Cities’ in partnership with the Bank
    Brainstorming on raising financial resources for the development of future cities
    Brainstorming on the role of inclusivity, technology, infratech and digitization
    Brainstorming in the meeting on the major challenges of climate change
    On June 27, there will be discussions on making India an MRO i.e. Maintenance, Repairing and Overhaul Hub by the Ministry of Civil Aviation. In which the opportunities offered by India in the MRO sector will be discussed.

  • CM Dhami honored democracy fighters

    CM Dhami honored democracy fighters

    Uttarakhand | CM Pushkar Singh Dhami honored the democracy fighters of Uttarakhand who suffered torture during the Emergency. On this occasion, the Chief Minister said that arrangements will be made to give information about the democracy fighters of Uttarakhand to the people. On June 25, 1975, CM Pushkar Singh Dhami honored the democracy fighters of Uttarakhand who suffered torture during the emergency implemented in the country.

    Former CM Bhagat Singh Koshyari was also present on the occasion. Democracy fighters shared their difficult experiences during the Emergency. Democracy fighters also thanked the Chief Minister for honoring him. On this occasion, former CM Koshyari praised CM Dhami and said that it is good in the Chief Minister that he respects the elders.

    The blessings of democracy fighters are with CM Dhami for the development of the state. On the other hand, Chief Minister Dhami termed the opportunity to honor the democracy fighters who protected democracy during the Emergency as his good fortune. The CM said that the country can never forget the sacrifice and sacrifice of the democracy fighters during the Emergency. On this occasion, the Chief Minister said that arrangements will be made to inform people about the struggle of democracy fighters of Uttarakhand.

    CM Dhami said that the government has also decided to give respect pension to the dependents of democracy fighters, for which mandate has been issued. Along with this, the honorarium of democracy fighters has been increased from Rs 16 thousand to Rs 20 thousand. On this occasion, the democracy fighters gave a demand letter to the Chief Minister, on which the Chief Minister asked to consider it with full seriousness.

  • Electricity prices increased in Delhi, Kejriwal government said that the public will not be burdened

    Electricity prices increased in Delhi, Kejriwal government said that the public will not be burdened

    Delhi | Electricity is going to be expensive in the capital Delhi. Because DERC i.e. Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission has accepted the demand of Power Discoms, BYPL (BSES Yamuna) and BRPL (BSES Rajdhani) in which they allowed to increase the rates. After this decision, electricity rates in BSES areas will become costlier by 10 per cent.

    However, it has been said by the Delhi government that this will not directly affect the consumers of Delhi. After the consumption of electricity above 200 units, the increased charge will have to be paid. Energy Minister Atishi in the Delhi government told that the people of Delhi who get zero electricity bill, will continue to get zero electricity bill. Whether this surcharge increases or decreases.

    Atishi took the central government half-handed over the rising electricity prices. He said that today the cost of electricity is increasing because due to the mismanagement of the central government, the cost of coal has become costlier in the country today. Today, for the first time in the history of 75 years of India, there has been an artificial shortage of coal, due to its shortage, the price of coal is increasing. The central government has now forced that if anyone buys coal now, he will have to use 10 percent imported coal. He said that today if the price of electricity is increasing even in a city like Delhi, then it is increasing only because of the central government.

    He told that the cost of imported coal is about 10 times more than that of coal in India. If you use domestic coal, it costs around Rs 2000 a ton. The imported coal that the power companies have to use is coming at Rs 25,000 a ton. Free electricity bills up to 200 units will not matter to them. Those whose bills come without subsidy, it will not make any difference, but a surcharge of eight percent will increase on their bills. Atishi told that if a bill of 100 rupees is coming, then it will come for 108 rupees.