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Govt constitutes committee to review powers of Div Coms, DCs

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Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has constituted a committee to review powers of Divisional commissioners and District Development Commissioners in the Union Territory for better governance.

The Commissioner Secretary General Administration Department has been appointed as chairman of the committee. while as  Commissioner Secretary, Transport Department, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir,  Commissioner Secretary Food , Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs,  Secretary Information Technology Department,  Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Secretary of Department of Law , Justice & Parliamentary Affairs,  representative of Principal Secretary of Revenue Department will be its members.

 

An order a copy reads: “Sanction is hereby accorded to constitution of a Committee to review the powers of Divisional Commissioners and Deputy Commissioners viz – a – viz district staffing of various departments for effective governance in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.

“To review the existing administrative powers of Divisional Commissioners, Deputy Commissioners in respect of staff of various departments posted in districts , including Revenue , Rural Development , PW ( R & B ) Jal Shakti , Health , Social Welfare Departments , To recommend modifications in the powers for further strengthening the role of Divisional Commissioners, Deputy Commissioners for providing better governance. “The Committee shall serviced by the General Administration Department and shall submit its report by April 16,  2021”, the order added.

Every disease can be cured by Unani, Ayurveda treatment: Rijiju

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Visits Regional Research Institute of Unani Medicine in Srinagar

Srinagar: Union Minster of State, Youth Affairs and Sports (IC) and MoS Ministry of Minority Affairs and AYUSH, Kiren Rijiju today visited Regional Research Institute of Unani Medicine here and took overall review of its functioning as well as physical infrastructure and Testing Labs.

During the visit, Rijiju oversaw the different types of Unani System of treatment including Cupping without Scarification, Cupping with Scarification, Inkibab (Application of Steam), Natool (Irrigation) and Dalk(Massage) provided to patients.

On the occasion, MoS said that he is impressed with the ISM treatment and stressed for its further promotion so that maximum people get benefit out of this.

 

Rijiju took round of all Testing and Research labs including Biochemistry, Radiology, Photochemistry, Histology and other Labs and took onspot review of their functioning.

While speaking on the occasion, Rijiju said that he is pleased to visit the Institute and oversee the treatment given to ailing patients. He said Kashmir is blessed with the natural vegetation which houses varieties of medicinal herbs, helpful in curing different ailments and diseases.

He appreciated Research work being carried at the Institution and emphasised on the improvision in the treatment and other activities of the institute.

Rijiju also interacted with the patients admitted in the Institute and enquired about their well being and recovery. Patients on the occasion apprised him regarding the facilities available to them and the quality of treatment provided.

“Every disease has specific treatment and can be cured by Unani, Ayurveda or Psychological treatment”, Rijiju said.

While referring to history of application of Unani Medicine here, he said Kashmir has adopted Unani medicine much earlier.

In relation to prevailing pandemic, the MoS said that traditional System of Medicine has become a vital method to fight the pandemic in recent times.

Kiren Rijiju during the visit assured  the administration of the  Institute that the government will provide all  necessary support for further development and promotion of infrastructure and Medicine of these institutions.

Earlier, Kiren Rijiju planted a sapling of Prunus armeniaca L (Apricot) locally called “Tchear” in the premises of the Institute and watered it. He was briefed regarding the benefits of the tree by the officers of the Institute.

Among others present were, Director General, Central Council for Research In Unani Medicine, Asim Ali Khan, Registrar Kashmir University, Prof Nisar Ahmad, Dean Academic Affairs, Kashmir University, Shabir Ahmad, Deputy Director, Seema Akhbar, other officers, Doctors and Students.

 

Felicitates sportspersons, coaches in Srinagar

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Srinagar: Reaching out to athletes of J&K, Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, Kiren Rijiju today interacted with various athletes, players and coaches of different sports and felicitated them on their recent achievements in national and international events.

 While felicitating the achievers, Kiren Rijiju appreciated the athletes for bringing laurels to both J&K and the Country.

 Kiren Rijiju highlighted role of sports in character building which corresponds with the nation building. He added that sports helps athletes achieve unique feats and help them explore the world besides leads them to live a disciplined life.

 On the occasion, the MoS promised to set up more training centres in J&K in near future to tap and train the talent of region.

 Kiren Rijiju who is on two days visit to J&K shall inaugurate Khelo India Centre of Excellence, Water Sports Academy at Srinagar tomorrow.

 Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, Farooq Khan while addressing on the occasion said that the athletes are icons and praised them for inspiring the generations to follow. He said that the footprints of all the achievers gathered here shall act as beacon lights for future champions.

 Advisor Khan also requested the MoS to provided requisite facilities for athletes of J&K so that they can make their mark in the Olympic and World Championship events.

 Advisor Khan also informed that inputs for J&K’s Sports Policy which is being framed shall also be sought from the sportspersons who are the real stakeholders.

 Principal Secretary Youth Services and Sports, Alok Kumar while addressing the gathering assured that Sports Policy is in pipeline and shall be announced very soon. He also apprised that outstanding sportspersons shall benefit immensely from the policy.

 On the occasion several athletes highlighted their struggles and talked about their success in the field of sports.

  Insha Bashir Para-Olympic gave an emotional gist of her journey into the sports and the support she has received all through from various stakeholders including J&K Sports Council and a special care taken by Kiran Rijiju after her on field mishap, surgery and recovery a year ago.

 Cyclist Adil Teli who is in reckoning for Guinness Book of Record for his feat of cycling from Kashmir to Kanyakumari this year, beating the previous record was especially invited to share his sojourn between two extremes of the country.

 Judo player Kabra Altaf, speaking on the occasion was all praises for the support meted out to the athletes by J&K Sports Council. She also demanded setting up of Sports Hostels for accommodation of players during the sports events and Training camps.

 Another Athlete, Jabeena Akhtar, who has bagged 25 medals at different levels in Wushu requested for full-fledged Sports Policy for J&K.

 

 

Northern Army commander reviews security, Amarnath Yatra preparations   

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Visits LoC forward areas in Kupwara
Srinagar, Apr 9: Northern Army Commander Lt Gen YK Joshi on Friday reviewed security situation along the Line of Control (LoC) and in the hinterland in Kashmir valley.

Defence Ministry spokesperson Lt Col Emron Musavi said that the Army Commander, who was accompanied by GOC 15 Corps Lt Gen DP Pandey, visited formations along the LoC in forward areas of Kupwara and Rashtriya Rifles conducting Counter Militancy operations in the hinterland.

“The Army commander was briefed about the current situation on the LoC, including the counter infiltration grid and operational preparedness,” he said.

The Army Commander laid special emphasis on maintaining the sanctity of the ceasefire as per the understanding reached by DGMOs in February 2021. He, however, reiterated the necessity of not letting the guard down.

During his interaction with the troops, he applauded their selfless service, motivation and high spirits.

In the hinterland, the Army Commander reviewed the preparations for the Amarnath Yatra. He exhorted the troops to continue with people friendly approach in conduct of intelligence-based Counter Militancy operations. He complimented the soldiers for the efforts in pursuit of peace and stability in Kashmir.

HC asks Mehbooba to avail remedy for passport

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Srinagar:  High Court on Friday asked Mehbooba Mufti to avail remedy under law even as it disposed of the former Chief Minister of erstwhile state of J&K and PDP President’s plea challenging dismissal of her petition for passport last week.

Mehbooba had challenged dismissal of her plea last week by high court’s single bench after Addl. Director General of Police, J&K-CID report that police “do not favour issuance of passport” to her.

“In view of the stand taken by counsel for the parties and with their consensus, this appeal is, disposed of, by providing liberty to the appellant (Mehbooba) to approach the appropriate authority to avail the proper remedy available to her under the Scheme,” a division of Justices Tashi Rabsatn and Javed Iqbal Wani said.

“On receipt of the appeal, the authority concerned shall consider and decide the same on its merits, strictly under rules, regulations and the provisions of the Act, that too un-influenced by the observations made in the judgment impugned dated 29th of March, 2021,” the court said as per GNS, adding, “Needless to state that this Court has not expressed any opinion on the merits of the case.”

Mehbooba has the remedy of appeal to Joint Secretary (PSP) and Chief Passport Officer, Ministry of External Affairs, Patiala House, New Delhi against the refusal order made by passport officer within (30) days from the date of receipt of the order under Section 11 of the Passports Act, 1967, being the appellate Authority under the law.

Earlier, Mehbooba’s lawyer and senior counsel Jahangir Iqbal Ganie submitted that she can avail the remedy available to her under the Scheme, however because of the certain observations made by

Single Judge in order on March 24, she was left with no other option but to file the appeal. (GNS)

 

 

KAS officers meet LG Sinha, hail Govt for implementing CAT decision on KAS seniority

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Srinagar:  A delegation of KAS officers called on Lt Governor Manoj Sinha and expressed gratitude to him for speedy implementation of the judgement pronounced by the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) relating to the seniority dispute of Kashmir Administrative Service (KAS) and release of Special Scale in favour of the officers of 99 Batch. Chief Secretary  B. V. R Subrahmanyam, Principal Secretary Home Shaleen Kabra and Commissioner Secretary General Administration Department Manoj Kumar Diwedi were also present at the meeting.

The delegation of KAS officers told the Lt Governor that Government’s decision of handling the long pending dispute in a deft and swift manner soon after the pronouncement of judgment by the CAT on 2nd April has brought to an end a long pending legal controversy , saying that, it exhibited the seriousness and sensitivity of the government to address the issues plaguing the premier service of Jammu and Kashmir .

The delegation also hailed the contributions and efforts of  Chief Secretary B. V. R. Subrahmanyam at this crucial juncture and said that his keen interest and dextrous approach paved way for speedy implementation of the judgment of the CAT, aimed to bring an end to the legal tangle in the larger interest of KAS Cadre.  The delegation also lauded the role of Manoj Diwedi, Commissioner Secretary, General Administration Department and other stakeholders in the speedy finalization of the revised seniority list .

It may be mentioned here that the seniority dispute of KAS officers was subject matter of a legal dispute since 2011 in the J&k High Court till the establishment of the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) Bench at Jammu in the year 2020.

A fresh application titled Anoo Malhotra & Oter Vs State and Others was also filed by a group of officers after the publication of draft redrawn seniority list by the General Administration Department on August 5 last year on the recommendations of report submitted by the Hirdesh Committee.

The CAT ordered day to day hearing in the case and after culmination of the arguments decided the matter in a record time of less than 6 months, on 28th march, which led to revision of final seniority list of KAS officers, notifed by the Government on 7th April this year .

Dulloo calls for increasing rate of RTPCR tests

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Jammu:  Financial Commissioner Health & Medical Education, Atal Dulloo Friday chaired a meeting with senior officers of Health Department with regards to Covid-19 management here. The meeting was called to discuss issues like availability of general and oxygen supported beds in hospitals of J&K.

Speaking to the officers, the Financial Commissioner said that the capacity to conduct RTPCR tests be increased in excess of at least 10 thousand tests. He set a target of immediate functioning of minimum 18 oxygen generation plants in Kashmir division and 5 such plants in Jammu division. He also directed that an officer be deputed to look after availability of these facilities in government hospitals in both the divisions.

The Financial Commissioner assured availability of additional medical staff whenever and wherever required. He also directed Directors of Health from both the divisions to visit designated Covid hospitals and ensure availability of all facilities round the clock. The CMOs were directed to complete forthwith pending works pertaining to Covid mitigation.

It was directed by the Financial Commissioner that intensive care teams be deputed at Category 1 dedicated Covid hospitals. In addition to these teams the health department was also directed to ensure availability of ICU beds, ventilators and portable ventilators in the next couple of days. Similarly, for Category 2 Covid health centres, round the clock presence of a physician, ECG machine, oxygen cylinders, oxygen manifold and bedside monitors was also mandated.

Regarding Covid Care Centres, the availability of isolation beds, bedding, oxygen concentrator, BP apparatus, pulse oxymeters, nebulisers, non contact thermometers, PPE kits and hypochlorite solution is to be ensured by the health department. These facilities are to be given to patients who lack space for home quarantine.

Dulloo also sought district wise data about availability of isolation beds, supported beds, ICU beds and  ventilators. Further details regarding the number of hospitals in both the divisions and their capacity was also shared by officials with the Financial Commissioner.

CB books Noida-based company for luring, cheating investors

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Jammu:  Crime Branch Jammu registered a criminal case under relevant sections of law against a Noida-based Company –  Garvit Innovative promoters Limited (Bike Boat) with its Head office at Gautam Budh Nagar, Noida UP, managed by CMD Sanjay Bhatti and other Directors, for their involvement in luring and duping innocent citizens in general and the complainant in particular of their hard earned money by inviting investments in the company in Bikes on the promise and assurance of good returns but duping the complainant of his hard earned money.

“A written complaint was received in Crime Branch, Jammu by Suresh Kumar Bhat S/O Late Lambodar Bhat R/O H.No.308, Sector-3 Ext. Vasant Vihar, Trikuta Nagar Jammu and his wife Chetna Bhat, alleging therein that he along with other investors have been cheated by the above mentioned company by way of floating an attractive scheme of investing Rs 62100 for one bike and multiples of the amount and in return the company would provide Rs 5175 EMI for one year and Rs 4590 as rent of the bike monthly which was used by the company for one year on which he entered into a formal agreement with the company as investor for one year. He joined in the month of July 2018 with the assurance that they would receive the amount as per company scheme and the complainant invested for 7 bikes in the name of his wife Chetna Raina Bhat and three bikes in his personal name in the month of July 2018 and later in the month of October 2018 invested for 51 bikes in the name of his wife Chetna Bhat with gross amount of Rs 37, 88,100. In the month of December 2018 the Company dishonoured its commitment and stopped making payments.  On this the complainant personally met Sanjay Bhatti CMD of the company who assured to resolve the matter but did nothing in regard. Later the complainant came to know that the said company through its CMD and the directors had planned and cheated many other people also in the same way as they have been cheated,” a spokesman of Crime Branch said.

On receipt of the complaint, a preliminary verification was initiated and during the course of enquiry it was found that the complainants have transferred money into the account of CMD Sanjay Bhati and others Directors of Garvit Innovative Promoters Ltd. Gautam Budh Nagar Noida UP. They have allured the complainant and others to invest money with attractive plans of good returns but did not fulfil their promise by committing criminal breach of trust.

“The CMD Sanjay Bhati and the Directors of the company have cheated and misappropriated the money of the complainant. They have intentionally, deliberately and dishonestly deceived the complainants of their hard earned money.   The omissions and commissions, on the part of Sanjay Bhati and other Directors of Garvit Innovative Promoters Ltd. Gautam Budh Nagar Noida, UP prima facie constitute offences punishable U/S 420, 406/ RPC. Accordingly, a formal case is registered in P/S Crime Branch, Jammu against the above mentioned accused person for in-depth investigation,” the spokesman siad.

DC Sgr directs for intensifying Covid vaccination

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Srinagar:  In view of surge in Covid-19 cases, the Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Mohammed Aijaz Asad Friday chaired a meeting of concerned officers to review the progress of Covid vaccination process in the district.

The meeting discussed the status of Covid-19 vaccination besides impact of the precautions that need to be taken in the district to control spread of the Covid-19.

At the outset, the concerned officer apprised the DC that about 10409 health workers and 56343 frontline workers have been so far administered Covid vaccine in the district besides 18 thousand people above age of 45 years were also covered under vaccination drive in Srinagar.

The DC directed the officers to work with added zeal and continue to maintain the highest level of alertness to ensure implementation of SOPs to counter the spread of virus.

The DC reiterated that apart from executing proactive measures, mobilization of all resources and manpower shall be put on ready gear to enable the Administration to tackle any emergencies arising from Covid-19 pandemic.

He also directed officers to intensify vaccination process in order to achieve cent percent immunization in the district with special focus on hotels, Coaching Centers, Banks, Business establishments and areas where public footfall is high.

The DC called for raising awareness among the masses to persuade the people especially above 45 Years to go for vaccination. He called for roping in NGOs, Religious Heads, PRIs, Asha Workers and other influencers to motivate the eligible persons for vaccination.

7 MBBS students test positive for Covid at GMC Anantnag

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Anantnag:  At least seven MBBS students were tested Covid-19 positive at Government Medical Collage (GMC) Anantnag during a mass sampling drive on Friday.

The seven MBBS students whose samples were taken today tested positive for COVID-19, Principal of the College, Dr. Showkat Geelani told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO).

He said students tested positive for COVID-19 have been advised to self-isolate and convey their close contacts to get themselves tested for COVID-19, he added.

He advised people to follow COVID-19 SOPs like wearing face masks and maintaining social distancing and get vaccination to avoid further transmission of virus—(KNO)

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