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Every hand should rise together for progress of country: President

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Every hand should rise together for progress of country: President

Kanpur: President Ramnath Kovind on Wednesday said that the future of any nation is guided by the experience of the past and enriched by its heritage.

“We all should actively participate in building a strong, successful, developed and prosperous India. Every hand of our country should rise together for the progress of the country,” he said.

The President was addressing the birth centenary celebrations of Chaudhary Harmohan Singh Yadav in Kanpur on Wednesday.

Speaking on the occasion, the President said that the life of Chaudhary Harmohan Singh Yadav is worthy of emulation for the posterity. He was a perfect example of simplicity and an inspiration for public service. He strove to bring happiness in the lives of the people particularly those living on the margins and the farmers. From the Gram Sabha to the Rajya Sabha, his views about agriculture were heard very seriously by policy makers.

The President said that the doors of Harmohan Singh Ji’s house were always open for all. In the year 1984, he set an excellent example of communal harmony when he saved a large number of lives from a violent mob. In the year 1991, he received Shaurya Chakra for his exceptional gallantry and fearlessness.

The President noted that with Harmohan Singh Ji’s efforts, many educational institutions were established to give fillip to the educational awareness in this area. He understood that education is the basis of progress of every family and society. And education is the best tool to improve the lives of people and make society and country better, he used to say, the President recalled going down the memory lane.

The President said that Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav is being celebrated all over the country to mark the 75 years of our independence. During this two-year long Mahotsav, we will remember the contribution of unsung heroes of the freedom struggle who had laid down their lives.

Remembering freedom fighters Ajijan Bai, Mainavati, Jaidev Kapoor, Shiv Varma, Bijay Kumar Sinha and Dr Gaya Prasad on the occasion, the President said that India could get independence due to the important contribution of many such freedom fighters. Therefore, it is the duty of all of us to bring information about the contribution of such anonymous freedom fighters to the public.

President Kovind reached here on Wednesday on a 2 day visit to Kanpur and on Thursday he will attend the function of HBTU in the city before returning back to Delhi. (UNI)

CSK retain Dhoni for three IPL seasons, Rahul likely to lead Lucknow: Report

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CSK retain Dhoni for three IPL seasons, Rahul likely to lead Lucknow: Report

New Delhi: Ahead of the mega auction, defending Champions Chennai Super Kings have decided to retain their talismanic captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni for the next three seasons of Indian Premier League (IPL).

Apart from Dhoni, the franchise has retained all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja and opener Ruturaj Gaikwad, who played key roles in CSK 2021 IPL title win. As per BCCI rules, each team is allowed to retain a maximum of four players and four time champions are also in talks with England all-rounder Moeen Ali to come on board.

Ali could be a useful player on the slow and turning track at Chepauk Stadium in Chennai, however, if he doesn’t agree to stay, CSK will then retain another England cricketer Sam Curran as their fourth player, an Indian Express report said.

Earlier, Dhoni had himself confirmed that his last T20 game will be in Chennai.

“I have always planned my cricket. My last ODI in India was in Ranchi. Hopefully, my last T20 will be in Chennai. Whether it’s next year or in five years’ time, I don’t know,” Dhoni had said at a recent CSK event.

Notably, the franchises have to submit their lists of retained players by November 30 and there will be a mega auction after that with two new teams joining the league from the 2022 season.

Meanwhile, Delhi Capitals has decided to retain wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant, all-rounder Axar Patel, Prithvi Shaw and pacer Anrich Nortje. As per report, Shreyas Iyer wanted to lead DC but the franchise was keen to have Pant as their leader going ahead, so the right-handed batsman decided to move on.

It is also learnt that Mumbai Indians will retain Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah and Ishan Kishan and they are also in negotiations with their West Indies all-rounder Kieron Pollard. Five times champions also don’t want to let go Suryakumar Yadav and are planning to buy him from the auction pool.

IPL 2022 will be a ten-team affair and two new teams owners Sanjiv Goenka’s RPSG group and CVC Capitals have approached a few top Indian players. India opener KL Rahul has parted ways with Punjab Kings and is likely to lead the new Lucknow team.

Meanwhile, Kolkata Knight Riders are likely to retain their two all-rounders Sunil Narine and Andre Russell and mystery spinner Varun Chakravarty too. However, they are still deciding on whether to retain Shubman Gill or Venkatesh Iyer.

 

GoI committed to develop banking sector in J&K: Union FM Sitharaman

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GoI committed to develop banking sector in J&K: Union FM Sitharaman

LG says want banks in UT to build floors of opportunities

Jammu: On the 2nd day of her visit to Jammu & Kashmir, Union Finance & Corporate Affairs Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman along with Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha Tuesday attended the Credit Outreach programme and other events organized by Banker’s Committee of the J&K UT held at General Zorawar Singh Auditorium Complex, University of Jammu.

On the occasion, the Union Finance Minister handed over sanction letters amounting to Rs 306 crores to 145 beneficiaries of different banks and credit linked schemes like Pradhan Mantri Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP), MUDRA Scheme, Self-Help Groups (SHGs), Joint-Liability Groups (JLGs) etc.

The Finance Minister also announced new schemes and initiatives for J&K which included the launch of Tejaswini & Hausla schemes; Shikhar and Shikara schemes of Punjab National Bank (PNB) and SIDBI’s Rs. 200 crore Cluster Development Fund, besides laying the e-foundation stone of Rural Self Employment Training Institute (RSETI) building at Shopian and Baramulla.

Under PNB’s special scheme ‘Shikara’, credit up to Rs 15 lakh will be provided for purchase/repair of Shikaras and houseboats. While, Shikhar scheme focuses on meeting credit requirements up to Rs 2 crore for the Hotel, Tour & Tourism industry.

JKTPO’s Hausla Scheme will empower existing women entrepreneurs to be role-models in their respective sectors by providing skill development, as well as credit support, marketing support & mentorship. Under Tejaswini Scheme, financial assistance up to Rs 5 lakh to be given to young women for setting up gainful self-employment ventures.

In her address, the Union Finance Minister reiterated Government of India’s commitment to develop the banking sector and extend banking facilities in the UT.

“I will ensure that more bank activities take place in J&K and more Public Sector Banks come here in all the districts so that every person has access to banking facilities”, said the Finance Minister.

“Projects that have been waiting a long time are getting rapidly implemented, sections of society that have never had any assistance from the government are getting it and genuine businesses are also being provided credit”, she added.

Speaking on the occasion, the Lt Governor highlighted the vital role of Credit outreach programmes and Smart Lending in enabling the government policies to reach all sections of the society.

My sincere gratitude to the Finance Minister for the mega Credit Outreach campaign in all the districts which will give impetus to the economic activities and ensure that credit is easily accessible to the needy, said the Lt Governor.

I always believe that capital gaps must be bridged for transition in small scale and cottage industries. The credit constraints cannot be a new normal when our capacity to invent new ideas is competing for recognition, observed the Lt Governor.

The Lt Governor underlined the need to forge a strong partnership between banks and business entities for greater investment, growth, innovation, and employment. I want the banks in J&K Union Territory to build floors of opportunities, not the walls, the Lt Governor added.

While speaking on the key features of new initiatives and schemes being launched today, the Lt Governor said that the banking sector along with business institutions associated with its programs and beneficiaries of government’s schemes, all together are committed to promoting resourcefulness in the UT.

Financial assistance of Rs 290 crore to business institutions, NABARD’s Farmer-Producer Organization, PNB’s ‘Shikhar’ and ‘Shikara’ schemes and SIDBI’s Rs 200 crore Cluster Development Fund will bring new economic reform in J&K, said the Lt Governor.

He further said that the Rural Self Employment Training Institutes will prove to be a milestone for providing skill training and skill up-gradation to rural youth.

Today, the Government’s policies and credit outreach facilities are meeting the needs of common citizens, youth, women, business institutions, voluntary organizations, rural self-help groups, and farmer-producer organizations and building a strong, prosperous, and future-oriented Union Territory.

Under the guidance of Finance Minister, Department of Financial Services is making strenuous efforts to accomplish the goal of AatmaNirbhar Bharat. I am certain small and medium enterprising sectors, Farmers, young entrepreneurs will fully reap the benefits of more diversified financial offers, said the Lt Governor.

Dr. Arun Kumar Mehta, Chief Secretary, J&K delivered the welcome address and apprised the gathering about the efforts being made by the UT administration for economic development of the region. Sh. RK Chhibber, Chairman & MD, J&K Bank presented the Vote of Thanks.

It was also announced that NABARD, in FY 2020-21, for the UT of Jammu & Kashmir is increasing its commitment under Rural Infrastructure Development Fund (RIDF) from Rs. 787 crore to Rs. 1,500 crore which will help in creation of rural infrastructure for faster economic growth. To further accelerate economic growth, banks will also increase their ground level credit in Jammu & Kashmir from the previous year level of Rs. 14,735 crore to Rs. 16,000 crore in the current Financial Year.

The occasion witnessed the inauguration of various projects by the Union Finance Minister including three J&K Bank branches in Reasi district. Under the aegis of NABARD, registration certificates to 5 FPOs and sanction letter of rural mart to Asha SHG were also handed over.

Earlier, the Finance Minister and the Lt Governor visited stalls put up by beneficiaries from J&K Bank, SBI, PNB, J&K Grameen Bank and NABARD, among others. They interacted with the beneficiaries and enquired about the transformative effect the bank credit has made in their entrepreneurial journey. The Finance Minister also evinced keen interest in the products made by the entrepreneurs.

Jugal Kishore Sharma, Member Parliament; Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar, Advisor to the Lt Governor; Dr Arun Kumar Mehta, Chief Secretary; Atal Dulloo, Additional Chief Secretary, Finance Department; Sanjeev Kaushik, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Finance and other senior officers were present on the occasion.

J&K economy will double in next few years: Sitharaman

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J&K economy will double in next few years: Sitharaman

Jammu: Stating that Jammu and Kashmir is rapidly passing through developmental phase, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday said that economy of Jammu and Kashmir will be doubled in next few years.

“The development is reaching to all sectors and in a transparent manner,” the Finance Minister said while addressing the Financial Inclusion and Credit Outreach program, here at University of Jammu.

She said that economy of Jammu and Kashmir will be doubled in next few years as the region is rapidly passing through the development phase.

She also said that the projects which were earlier stalled are being completed and communities deprived of benefits are now being benefited.

All social security schemes introduced by the Centre are reaching to the people.

“Had good interactions with women entrepreneurs in Kashmir on Monday, which was very inspiring,” said the Finance Minister.

She said that the development of J&K in every aspect is taking place and the World Bank is pooling through an agency for development of this region.

“We ensure that more public sector banks come in J&K so that a healthy credit outreach can be given,” she added. (UNI)

‘Article 370 abrogation has brought transparency’

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By: Yogesh Sagotra

Jammu: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday claimed that abrogation of Article 370 has brought transparency in the governance in Jammu and Kashmir.

“In last two years, the work that has happened in Jammu and Kashmir is absolutely stunning.  The government procurement, government recruitment, government spending of its resources, taxation or deployment of resources or whatever it be, these things are now available online 24X7 and in a very transparent manner,” the Union Finance Minister told reporters while addressing a press conference at Jammu’s Raj Bhawan.

Sitharaman , who is on her first visit to Jammu and Kashmir post abrogation of Article 370 in August 2019, said that even recruitment at most senior level is done as per norms and all backdoor operations and leakages have been plugged.

“So in terms of bringing transparency in the governance and in terms of bringing a great transparency in the overall governance, I would honestly thank abrogation of 370,” the Union Finance Minister said.

Stating that Jammu and Kashmir is rapidly passing through developmental phase, she said, “The development is reaching to all sectors and in a transparent manner.”

She said that economy of Jammu and Kashmir will be doubled in next few years as the region is rapidly passing through the development phase. She also said that the projects which were earlier stalled are being completed and communities deprived of benefits are now being benefited.

All social security schemes introduced by the Centre are reaching to the people, she said. “Had good interactions with women entrepreneurs in Kashmir on Monday, which was very inspiring,” said the Finance Minister.

She said that the development of J&K in every aspect is taking place and the World Bank is pooling through an agency for development of this region.“We will ensure that more public sector banks come in J&K so that a healthy credit outreach can be given,” she added. (KNO)

J&K UT’s 3rd budget to be presented in Parliament

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J&K UT’s 3rd budget to be presented in Parliament

Deptts asked to submit ATR, key features, FBRM statements, establishment details

By: Ibni Maqbool

Srinagar: After completing pre-budget discussions with all the departments, the Jammu and Kashmir government has directed different departments to furnish relevant material for finalization of the Union Territory’s budget document for the next fiscal within a week’s time.

The Finance department today asked the departments and head of departments to furnish material like Action Taken Reports (ATRs) on the budget announcements (2021-22) highlighted in the budget speech 2021, details of establishment as per sanctioned strength, Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act (FBRM) statements, House Rent Allowance (HRA) provision for inclusion within revised estimates 2021-22, key features, budget speech note and key points.

The department reminded them that they have already been asked to submit these details in previous letters written to them.

“Till date few departments have furnished the aforesaid material which does not suffice the need for finalization of budget preparation,” reads the department’s letter.

“In view of above, all those departments/HODs who have not furnished the aforesaid material are requested to furnish the same within a week enabling the Finance Department to finalize the process of budget preparation,” it further states.

As already reported, the Finance department has started holding budget discussions with departments from October 7.

This will be the third budget of Jammu & Kashmir Union Territory which will be presented in the Parliament after reorganization of the erstwhile state of J&K into two Union Territories.

J&K has been without its elected government since June 2018 after BJP withdrew support to Mehbooba Mufti-led government citing deteriorating security in the State.

The budget for the ongoing fiscal was presented by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on March 17.

Of the Rs 1.08 lakh crore budget proposed for the ongoing financial year, Rs 39,817 crore were allocated for capital expenditure and Rs 68804 for revenue expenditure.

It is worthwhile to mention that Jammu and Kashmir has sought additional allocation of Rs 6,000 crores for the next budget from the Government of India.

In 2019-20 and 2020-21, the union budget allocation for J&K was Rs 30,757 crores for each year.

 

Modi Govt committed to transparency, ‘justice for all’: Jitendra

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Modi Govt committed to transparency, ‘justice for all’: Jitendra

Inaugurates CAT bench in Srinagar; J&K 1st place in country to have two tribunal benches

Srinagar: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Science & Technology; Minister of State (Independent Charge) Earth Sciences; MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh Tuesday inaugurated a separate Bench of Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) at Srinagar to deal exclusively with service matters of government employees.

While the CAT Bench at Jammu started functioning with effect from 08.06.2020 and now with the issuance of notification (dated 17.11.2021) of jurisdiction of Srinagar Bench is also made functional.

The Minister said with today’s historic decision, now all three important agencies of DoPT- CAT, CIC and CVC are fully functional in UTs of J&K and Ladakh.

Dr Jitendra Singh said Jammu and Kashmir is the only State/UT in the country to have two CAT Benches and this is because Prime Minister Narendra Modi accords special priority to J&K and he takes a keen interest in the matters and issues related to the new Union Territory.

He said two Benches for J&K will go a long way in not only reducing the burden of various Courts, but would also provide to the persons covered by the Administrative Tribunals speedy relief in respect of their grievances and service matters.

Dr Jitendra Singh informed that the Jurisdiction of Jammu Bench of CAT extends up to 10 districts of UT of J&K and one district (Leh) from UT of Ladakh, while the jurisdiction of Srinagar Bench extends up to 10 districts of UT of J&K and one district (Kargil) from UT of Ladakh.

A Judicial Member, D.S. Mahra as also the support officers and staff have been deputed at Srinagar Bench to manage its functioning.

Dr Jitendra Singh concluded that the Modi Government is committed to Transparency and “Justice for All” and the people friendly reforms taken in the last seven years have benefitted the entire country including people of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.

He said that more than 800 Central laws, which were not applicable to J&K have been made applicable since the abolition of Article 370 and 35A on 5th August 2019 for the benefit of people of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh and now they enjoy the same rights as people from the rest of India.

Dr Jitendra Singh said, with the notification of Tribunals Reforms Act, 2021 on 13.8.2021, the process for filling up of vacancies of Members in CAT has been started.

Presently, the post of Chairman, CAT is occupied by Manjula Das and it has been the constant endeavour of the Government to strengthen the infrastructure in all the Benches of CAT for their smooth functioning.

Referring to high disposal rate of cases, the Minister informed that since its inception in 1985 and up to 30.6.2021, the Central Administrative Tribunal received 8,56,069 cases for adjudication (including those transferred from High Courts), out of which 7,86,647cases have been disposed of, leaving a pendency of 69,422 cases. On average, more than 91.89% of the cases instituted are disposed, he added.

It may be recalled that after the abrogation of the Article 370, the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh became two separate Union Territories and according employees of erstwhile State of Jammu & Kashmir became the employees of the Union Territories.

As such the disputes pertaining to their service matters are now being adjudicated by CAT.

At the time of Inauguration of CAT Jammu Bench 30,000 service matters were pending including17363 received from High court. Out of received 17363 cases, CAT Jammu has disposed 4371 cases (2452 of Srinagar Wing and 1919 of Jammu Wing).As of now 12992 case are pending (7610 of Srinagar Wing and 5382 of Jammu Wing) 7610 cases are being sent to CAT Srinagar from CAT Jammu. Almost 13000 cases are still in High court which will come to CAT.

Unauthorized absence:  Govt terminates 2 teachers

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Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir government has ordered termination of two more teachers from government services for on the charges remaining unauthorized absent for a period of more than five years.

Official sources said that two teachers have been terminated from their services under Article 113 of J&K Civil Service Rules (Volume I) of 1956, taking the total number of teachers terminated during the past three days to six.

They said that the teachers who have been terminated from their service were identified as Jameela Akhtar teacher BHS Singhpora of Anantnag and Nighat Hussain teacher BMS Soura of Srinagar.

Meanwhile, as per the termination order against Jameela Akhtar, she has been terminated from her services for remaining absent from her legitimate duties from September 09, 2014.

Similarly, the termination order of Nighat Akhtar stated that she had remained absent from her duties from September 1, 2012 even as she was provided ample opportunities to resume her duties.

On November 21 the authorities also terminated four teachers from the services for remaining absent for more than 5 years from their duties. (UNI)

Sgr salesman’s murder case solved, 3 held: Police

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Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir police in Srinagar district on Tuesday said it has solved the murder case of the salesman who was killed in Bohri Kadal area of the city, adding that three accused have also been arrested.

“The case of Ibrahim Ahmad who was working at the shop of Sandeep Kumar Mawa and was killed on November 9 has been solved,” a police statement said on Tuesday.

“Three persons have been arrested who were involved in the commission of the murder by the militants,” the statement said.

Police said that regarding this militancy incident, a case under relevant sections of law was registered.

“To investigate the said militancy crime, a special investigation team was constituted,” the police said. “During the course of investigation, the officials learnt about the involvement of three persons—Aejaz Ahmad Lone, Naseer Ahmad Shah and Showkat Ahmad Dar, all residents of Lelhar Pulwama in the said militancy case.”

“Subsequently, they were arrested in the instant case and during questioning they confessed about their involvement in the commission of said crime,” the statement said.

Preliminary investigations revealed that the above mentioned arrested trio is linked with militant outfit LeT (TRF) and have executed the said militant attack on the directions of militant handler from across the border.

“It was further revealed that the arrested trio has been in touch with Pakistan based militant handler for the last four months.

“On their disclosure, weapon of offence—pistol along with 7 rounds and other incriminating materials including a grenade have been recovered from their possession.

“Besides, the Alto car which was used by the accused on the day of attack has also been seized on their disclosure. Further investigation in the case is in progress,” police statement said.

 

Repeal of farm laws: Date to be finalized as per procedures: Parliamentary Affairs Min

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New Delhi: Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi on Tuesday said the date for repealing the farm laws in Parliament would be decided as per procedures, adding that the nodal ministry, the Agriculture Ministry, is already working on it.

Asked when the new farm laws would be listed for withdrawal, the Parliamentary Affairs Minister said, “Prime Minister has already announced it. As per Parliamentary practices, when it comes to Parliament, we will look at when it will be listed.”

“Agriculture Ministry is the nodal ministry, they are doing what is required. We will decide the date for bringing it in Parliament when the notice comes,” Jhe said.

The Union Cabinet is likely to take up the repeal of farm laws on Wednesday, days ahead of the Parliament session that starts on November 29.

Government might bring a bill to repeal the law. After the Cabinet’s approval, it would be sent to the Parliamentary Affairs Ministry and the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha secretariat, after which it would be listed in Parliament. (UNI)

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