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Kala Utsav festival: Visually impaired DPS Sgr student secures 1st rank

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13/12/2021

Kala Utsav festival: Visually impaired DPS Sgr student secures 1st rank

Srinagar: Delhi Public School (DPS) Srinagar student, Saqib Ajaz Mir added another feather to his cap as he bagged the first position in Vocal Music-Classical, Male category at the Jammu and Kashmir Union Territory level Kala Utsav 2021 Programme organized by Directorate of Samagra Shiksha.

He is a visually impaired student of Learning Resource Center, DPS Srinagar which focuses on providing holistic education to specially-abled students, and integrate them with the mainstream education.

A total of 14360 students from 3500 schools of Jammu division and 12227 students from 2849 schools of Kashmir division took part in this Kala Utsav, among the 36 shortlisted students in nine categories of art and music.

Saqib will represent Jammu & Kashmir at the National level along with 2 other students after they secured top ranks in the competition for the national selection.

Earlier Saqib Ajaz had won the first position in the classical vocal category at the three-day long Divisional level, Kala Utsav held from November 20-23 at Girls Higher Secondary, Kothi Bagh.

The festival was conducted by Cultural Education Wing, Directorate of School Education Kashmir concluded on November 23, 2021.

Overcoming visual impairment, he has turned his sights on cultivating his voice and vocals and enthralled the audience with his masterly and soulful singing.

Kala Utsav is an initiative of the Ministry of Education (MoE) under Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan, to promote arts in education by nurturing and showcasing the artistic talent of school students at the secondary stage in the country.

The Vice Principal Shafaq Afshan congratulated the student, and said, “It is a matter of great pride for the school that our student has won such accolades, and defied obstacles to secure the first rank. We are immensely proud of him.”

The Chairman Vijay Dhar, also congratulated the student and said “His achievement testifies that we have been successful in pandering to the marginal sections of the society, and those left out from traditional schooling. We are immensely proud that our intention behind establishing LRC is bearing fruit.”

Advisor Farooq Khan congratulates Chandeep Singh

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Precious Kashmir

13/12/2021

Srinagar: Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, Farooq Khan has congratulated the International Para Taekwondo Athlete, Chandeep Singh who created history by claiming silver medal in 9th Para World Taekwondo Championships held at Istanbul, Turkey from 9th to 12th December 2021.

In his congratulatory message, Advisor Farooq Khan has said that we are very sure that Chandeep can secure his place in the upcoming International Taekwondo Events. He added that the athlete has proven his mettle and in coming days he will bring more fame for J&K and the country as well.

Pertinently, Chandeep is first Para Athlete from J&K who achieved such a great place in this Olympic sport at World level and it was only possible because of training, coaching and financial support of J&K Sports Council.

During the championship, Chandeep Singh played extremely well and reached finals which he lost in close contest with opponent of Russia.

Secretary Sports Council, Nuzhat Gul has also congratulated Chandeep Singh and has assured all logistic and possible support will be provided to him in his future endeavours.

JKPSC conducts ARCS exam-2021 smoothly

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Precious Kashmir

13/12/2021

Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) Sunday conducted Assistant Registrar Cooperative Societies (ARCS) Examination- 2021 in one session, both at Jammu and Srinagar.

For the smooth conduct of the examination, the Commission had made elaborate four tier arrangements. In view of ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, all Examination Centres were sanitized in advance besides candidates were also made to undergo thermal scanning before entering into the examination halls.

To avoid any last minute rush, the candidates were asked to report at the examination venue at least two hours in advance for which wide publicity through print and electronic media was done.

The JKPSC informed that total of 30729 candidates were eligible for taking the examination out of which 19370 candidates appeared for the paper. The commission had established 73 Centres in both divisions of Jammu and Kashmir.

The Assistant Registrar Cooperative Societies Examination has been designed as two stage process and today’s Examination was first stage which will be followed by the interview of candidates shortlisted by qualifying today’s paper.

The Chairman, JKPSC thanked the UT Administration and Police Authorities for their cooperation and also complimented the Observers, Magistrates, Supervisors, invigilating and support staff for smooth and successful conduct of examination.

Don’t trust CBI ‘selectively’: Union Minister to States

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Precious Kashmir

13/12/2021

New Delhi: Union Minister of State for Personnel, Dr Jitendra Singh, on Sunday said that the Narendra Modi government is committed to uphold, preserve and strengthen the independence and autonomy of the CBI and all other investigating institutions.

Presiding over the Investiture Ceremony for recipients of the police medal for meritorious services at the CBI headquarters, he said that zero tolerance for corruption, transparency, and citizen-centricity are the “three main mantras” that determine the government’s administrative outlook.

To fulfil the commitment of zero tolerance against corruption and unaccounted money, a range of initiatives have been taken by the Centre over the last seven years, he said, citing the setting up of a Special Investigation Team to unearth black money and necessary amendments being made in the Prevention of Corruption Act.

Noting that a few states are giving selective cases to the CBI, he said: “These state governments have to come clear and state whether they trust the CBI or not, or whether they trust CBI selectively as they continue to give selective consent in cases which suit them.” said Dr Singh.

He called on these State governments to rethink on the decision of withdrawal of general consent to CBI to investigate cases.

Felicitating the awardees, he said that he hopes that the officials will discharge their duties for the service of the nation.

In his remarks on the occasion, CBI Director Subodh Kumar Jaiswal, congratulating all the CBI awardees, reiterated the agency’s unflinching commitment to work towards the national goal of zero tolerance of corruption.

He said that the CBI has over the years evolved into a multidisciplinary premier investigating agency of the country inducting professionals from different fields, and is trusted by courts, governments and people at large.

“For every serious crime, there is always a clamour for CBI investigation. The success of the CBI is exemplified by the fact that the CBI has, over the years, been able to achieve nearly 70 per cent conviction rate despite of the fact that the accused are able to get best of legal support,” he said.

No respite from intense cold conditions in Kashmir

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United News Of India

13/12/2021

Srinagar: Temperature all across the Kashmir valley and Ladakh showed a slight improvement but there was no respite from the intense freezing cold conditions prevailing in the two Union Territories on Sunday.

Srinagar, which experienced the seasons coldest night a day ago with the temperature plummeting to minus 3.6 degree Celsius showed a slight improvement and recorded a temperature at minus 3.0 degree Celsius on Sunday. However, the freezing cold conditions continue to prevail making life miserable for the inhabitants.

The temperature in the ski resort of Gulmarg in north Kashmir has also improved as the place recorded temperature at minus 4.2 degree Celsius on Sunday against the minus 5.5 degree Celsius the previous day.

Tourist resort of Pahalgam in south Kashmir also showed an improved temperature of 1 degree against the one recorded a day ago which was recorded as minus 5.4 degree Celsius against the minus 6.4 degree Celsius on Saturday.

Qazigund on Srinagar Jammu national highway recorded at minus 3.0 degree Celsius against the minus 3.7 degree Celsius recorded a day ago. Similarly at Kokernag it was recorded at minus 2.3 degree Celsius against minus 3.4 degree Celsius the previous day.

The temperature at frontier Kashmir district of Kupwara was recorded at minus 3.8 degree Celsius against the minus 4.3 degree Celsius on Saturday.

Drass the second coldest place in the world after Siberia recorded temperature at minus 17.8 degree Celsius against minus 18.0 degree Celsius, Leh at minus 12.3 degree Celsius against the minus 14.6 degree Celsius and Kargil at minus 9.1 degree Celsius against minus 10.6 degree Celsius the previous, the MeT office said. (UNI)

Awaam ki Awaaz: LG praise Khag resident for suggesting educational reforms

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Precious Kashmir

13/12/2021

Awaam ki Awaaz: LG praise Khag resident for suggesting educational reforms

Jammu: In response to the recommendations submitted to the Lieutenant Governor J&K UT and consideration of the same by him in the monthly Programme “Awaam ki Awaaz” aired on 21st November 2021, Irshad Wani from Khag, Budgam puts his gratitude for the same.

During the programme, the LG has appreciated Irshad for providing valuable inputs regarding betterment of the primary education system in the UT.

In response Irshad said, “It was a great privilege for me to see Lieutenant Governor considering my humble suggestions regarding the reformation of education system in J&K Union Territory”. He further says that it was my pleasure to hear LG, taking my name thrice.

He calls the Programme “Awaam ki Awaaz” an uncommon initiative as it provides general public a great chance to contribute towards the general welfare of the UT. He wants this programme to be continued and says that people should take advantage of this opportunity of approaching LG with the valid suggestions and recommendations.

Irshad demands complete overhauling of the sector so that on the one hand Pupil-Teacher Ratio (PTR) is increased and on the other hand minimum 4-5 and 8-10 teachers are provided for Primary and Middle schools respectively.

All his suggestions besides above mentioned ones had been appreciated by the LG during his address and called them worth consideration for the betterment of education sector.

Army facilitates promotion of Mushroom farming

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Precious Kashmir

13/12/2021

Kishtwar: Taking a new leap towards self-reliance, people in the remote areas of Chhatroo block of Kishtwar district are all set to make a good income in Mushroom Cultivation, thanks to the handholdings provided by the Army in the form of expertise and inputs.

To promote the cultivation of this cash crop, Indian Army had conducted a Mushroom Farming Awareness Camp in collaboration with the District Administration at Chhatroo. During the camp, youth were made aware of Button mushroom cultivation and marketing of the product.

Subsequently, a self help group was formed consisting of 10 youth who were briefed on the method of cultivation of Mushroom, techniques of storage and its marketing. Till now, 100 Pkts of mushroom have been distributed by the youth in the villages of Chhatroo sub division and 19 Kg mushroom has been produced.

Seeing it as a boon, local youth expressed their gratitude towards the Army for the noble initiative and displayed enthusiasm for cultivation of this aromatic crop in the area.

Qasim Sajad Number of Shihab Released in Anantnag

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Precious Kashmir

13/12/2021

Qasim Sajad Number of Shihab Released in Anantnag

Journalists and writers pay tributes to ‘fearless editor’

Srinagar: To release the Special Magazine Edition of Shihaab, brought out as Qasim Sajad Number in memory of founder editor of the newspaper, an event was organized at the Town Hall Anantnag Sunday in which journalists and litterateurs paid tributes to the late journalist, who passed away in October this year.

Justice (R) Bashir Ahmad Kirmani presided over the function, while as noted writer and Convener of Kashmiri Advisory Board Sahitya Akademi Ghulam Nabi Atish attended as Chief Guest.

Seniors journalists and writers Tahir Mohi-U Din, Prof Nasir Mirza, Zahid Mukhtar, Ali Shaida, Raja Yusuf and Muhammad Amin Wani were Guests of Honour of the event.

Terming Qasim Sajad a nonconforming journalist who lived by his own set standards in journalism, Justice Kirmani said there are always challenges every journalist faces and editor of Shihab accepted them fearlessly.

“My friend might have faltered in political journey, but as a journalist he took side of the truth without caring for the consequences,” he added. Commenting on the myriad issues late Sajad used to touch in his columns, Justice Kirmani said; “journalist and journalism by virtue of role and responsibility assume a genuine sanctity, and journalists have to use this privilege for revival of social institutions particularly systems of politics, justice and journalism itself.”

Sharing four decades of his association with Late Sajad, Ghulam Nabi Atish said he played a pivotal role in bringing South Kashmir on the regular journalistic and literary scene of Kashmir in 1970s.

“He was as honest and scathing in his poetry as in writings; grappling with personal and professional issues, he didn’t give up on his cherished ideals as a journalist and poet,” he maintained.

Earlier senior journalist and BBC correspondent Riyaz Masroor, senior journalist Haroon Reshi and poet, writer, journalist Zahid Mukhtar and welcomed the participants and shared their views on the contributions of late Sajad.

Those who paid tributes to founder editor of Shibab include Tahir Mohi U Din, Prof Nasir Mirza, Riyaz Malik, Hakeem Irfan, Ali Shaida, Dr Hasrat Husain,S Tariq and Ata Muhammad Mir.

On behalf of Anantnag Journalists’ Association, its President S Tariq presented a citation posthumously to editor Shihab.

The event was attended by journalists, writers, poets and family members of late Sajad including Tariq Bhat, Zafar Iqbal, Azan Javaid, Anees Zargar, Akash Hasan, Shakeel Azad, Ashfaq Sayeed, Syedain Waqar, Amir Peerzada, Shahid Tantray, Tajamul, Zahoor Gulzar, Zahoor Rizvi, Parvez Majeed Dr Intikhab Alam and Muhammad Qaid.

The proceedings of the event were conducted by Riyaz Masroor. Majid Jahangir proposed the vote of thanks.

PCCF & HoFF visits forest areas in Kulgam

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Precious Kashmir

13/12/2021

Kulgam: In order to review implementation of various ongoing forest development activities, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests & Head of Forest Force, Dr. Mohit Gera, Sunday visited several forest areas in district Kulgam .

He was accompanied by Conservator of Forests South Circle, Tawheed Ahmad Deva, DFO Anantnag, Feroz Ahmad Chaket, DFO Kulgam, Syed Wasim Gull and DD Forest Protection Force, Mumtaz sofi.

The Principal Chief Conservator of Forests visited Compartment N-27b of Chanderghii site where he planted deodar saplings under Green J&K Drive scheme. He directed officials to take immediate steps to complete plantation targets.

PCCF also visited CAMPA Closure 2017-18 at Chambgund, where he interacted with the staff and necessary directions with respect to the protection of the plantation closures were given by the head of the department.

He also advised the staff to improve the protection scenario of the forests and work in close coordination of the local people and priority should be given to the species having immediate output and that are beneficial for the local people.

PCCF visited Range office DH Pora and inspected proposed site for Plant Nursery, Forest Check Posts in the Division.

Later, he inspected the Central (HT) plant nursery Kulgam and SC Nursery Kulgam and directed the staff for production of healthy planting stock.

Dr. Mohit also interacted with the officials of the Forest Division Kulgam and Forest Protection Force and directed them to follow the instruction and guidelines issued from time to time and to work in coordination for better conservation of the forests with much thrust to the protection of the forest land.

IAF chopper crash: Lance Naik Sai Teja laid to rest in Andhra

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Indo Asian News Service

13/12/2021

IAF chopper crash: Lance Naik Sai Teja laid to rest in Andhra

Chittoor (Andhra Pradesh): The last rites of Lance Naik Sai Teja were performed with military honours amid emotional scenes at his native village Yeguvaregadi in Andhra Pradesh on Sunday.

He had died in the December 8 IAF helicopter crash that had resulted in the death of Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Bipin Rawat, his wife Madhulika Rawat, and 10 other defence personnel near Coonoor in Tamil Nadu.

Sai Teja was serving as Personal Security Officer to CDS, Gen Rawat.

Belonging to the Kuruba community, Sai Teja joined the Indian Army in 2012 as a sepoy. While serving in Bangalore Regiment, he was selected for para commando training. Last year, he was appointed as PSO to CDS.

The soldier’s body, which was identified on Saturday, was brought from Bengaluru to his village by road.

Large number of youth who were holding the national flag in their hands and raising slogans of ‘Sai Teja Amar Rahe’ joined the procession with their motorbikes.

They also showered petals on the ambulance carrying the body.

Teja’s parents, wife, children and other family members were inconsolable.

Sai Teja, 27, is survived by wife Shyamala, son Mokshagana, 4, and a daughter Darshini, 2.

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