Saturday, 12 May 2012
Governor, Ramadorai review progress on skill development initiatives for J&K youth
SRINAGAR, MAY 12 - Mr. S. Ramadorai, Advisor to the Prime Minister for the National Skill Development Council, held discussions with Mr. N. N. Vohra, Governor, at Raj Bhavan, here last evening.
During their meeting, the Governor and Mr. Ramadorai discussed the initiatives being taken to give major push to the skill development of the youth of Jammu and Kashmir for enhancing their employability in the job market. The status of implementation of Udaan, Himayat and other initiatives taken by the Government to secure these objectives was discussed during the meeting.
Referring to the various skill development initiatives and empowerment schemes taken by the Central and State Governments to facilitate and enlarge the job prospects for the unemployed youth of the State, the Governor emphasized the need for planned efforts being made to spread all available opportunities so that the youth could avail the maximum possible benefit. He added that the youth of the State are highly talented and by upgrading their skills they would be placed in an advantageous position in the emerging job market.
Governor discusses arrangements for snow clearance, upgradation of tracks
SRINAGAR, MAY 12 – Mr. N. N. Vohra, Governor, who is Chairman of the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board, discussed various issues relating to the improvement of the road leading to the Base Camp at Baltal and clearance of the tracks for ensuring the smooth movement of Yatris to the Holy Cave Shrine during the ensuing Shri Amarnathji Yatra, which commences on 25 June 2012.
Mr. K. B. Agarwal, Principal Secretary, PWD, Mr. B. B. Vyas, Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister, Mr. Navin K. Choudhary, Principal Secretary to the Governor and Chief Executive Officer of the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board, Mrs. Tanvir Jehan, Commissioner/Secretary PWD (Designate), and Brig. T. P. S. Rawat, Chief Engineer, BEACON Project, participated in the meeting.
The Governor reviewed the status of implementation of the recommendations made by the High Level Committee (HLC) which was set up in October 2011 on the directions of the Governor and the Chief Minister after last year’s Yatra, particularly those relating to the opening and clearing of tracks along both the routes to the Holy Cave Shrine. He held detailed discussions on issues relating to the upgradation of road link from Ranga Morh to the Baltal Base Camp, as well as the time-bound improvement of the Baltal-Holy Cave track, in the first instance. Work on other tracks and sites would commence, full-scale, after the end of the Yatra, on 2nd August 2012.
The Governor also discussed matters relating to the expected pace of snowmelt, problems relating to snow clearance in the crucial segments of the Yatra area and the status of the preparatory arrangements for ensuring the smooth and orderly movement of the pilgrims to the Nunwan and Baltal Base Camps and, thereafter, to the tracks leading to the Holy Cave Shrine.
The CEO informed the meeting about the to-date position in regard to the implementation of the High Level Committee recommendations. He stated that the Governor is scheduled to undertake aerial reconnaissance of the Yatra area from both the routes during 15th – 19th May 2012 with a view to deciding the date of commencement of work to clear the tracks on both the Chandanwari and Baltal axis and, besides, to commence repair of huts and other structures at Sheshnag, Panjtarni and Holy Cave Camps.
Gul asks for timely completion of mega projects in Sgr city
Tours Eidgah Constituency, inspects dev. works
SRINAGAR, MAY 12: The Advisor to Chief Minister, Mr. Mubarak Gul today directed concerned authorities to speed up the developmental tempo and ensure timely completion of all mega projects taken up in Srinagar city.
The Advisor was addressing a high level meeting of various heads of department and Chief Engineer here at C.M’s Private Office this morning and reviewed the pace of progress of various development projects including Nallahmar road, Dr. Ali Jan road and Palpora road. He also reviewed the street lighting system and toilet facilities in city schools. He was informed that Rs. 1.20 crore has been spent on the installation of street lights.
The Advisor directed Commissioner, Srinagar Municipal Corporation to strictly keep the lights operational especially during morning hours when people attended prayers in the mosques.
The Advisor was informed that work is in progress at Palpora Foot Bridge at a cost of Rs. 3.05 crore. The bridge would be completed during the next financial year.
Reviewing the education scenario, the Advisor was informed that 550 Government run primary schools are functional in the city while as 22 new schools were opened and 16 primary schools upgraded.
The Advisor directed concerned authorities to speed up the land acquisition process so that upgradation of various primary schools is taken up at an earliest. He also stressed for providing toilet facilities in all schools of the city. He directed Chief Education Officer, Srinagar to visit all schools and check the facility.
Later, the Advisor conducted a comprehensive tour of Eidgah Constituency and inspected various ongoing developmental works.
The Advisor was accompanied by Vice Chairman, Wakaq Board, Mr. M.Y. Qadiri, Commissioner, SMC, Dr. G.N. Qasba, Special Secretary Chief Minister’s Private Office, Mr. Showkat Ahmad Baig, Chief Engineer, R&B, Mr. Mushtaq Ahmad, Joint Director Information, Kashmir, Mr. Itrat Hussain Rafique and other concerned officers.
The Advisor inspected the ongoing developing work of Eidgah Park. He was informed that Rs. One crore is being spent on the beautification and development of Park which include construction of fountain, paths, decks, meeting hall and street lights. He also visited Aali Masjid and Eidgah and took stock of filling work. He directed concerned officers to prepare a separate plan for the beautification and development of Eidgah.
The Advisor also reviewed the ongoing work at Tibetan Colony where 36 residential units are coming up at a cost of Rs. 1.52 crore under Basic Services to the Urban Poor (BSUP) programme.
The Advisor also visited Ziarat Syed Mansoor Sahib, Shah Mohalla, Nawab Bazar, Nawa Kadal, Jamalata, Watal Kadal, Sakedafer Chowk, Firdous Colony, Saidpora and other areas of Eidgah Constituency. He directed the concerned officers to provide all basic amenities to the people. He directed Commissioner, SMC to maintain sanitation and beautification of roads leading to Nawa Kadal area and stressed for macadamization of all roads. He also directed for removal of encroachments at different places so that work of widening of roads in taken up at an earliest.
First North Kashmir Tong-IL-Moo-Do championship at Kupwara
KUPWARA, MAY 12: District Unit of Tong-IL-Moo-Do Association, Kupwara is organizing first North Kashmir Championship under the banner of J&K Tong-IL-Moo-Do Association on May 13 and May 14, 2012 at Higher Secondary School, Kupwara, in which more than 200 boys and girls teams of Kupwara, Handwara, Bandipora, Pattan, Sopore and Ganderbal will participated.
It is pertinent to mention here that to promote the sports activities in the district Kupwara.
Member Legislative Assembly, Mir Saifullah gave Rs. 20,000 to the Kupwara sports teams.
Rs. 3010 penalized for violation of Tourist Trade Act
SRINAGAR, MAY 12: A team of the Quality Control Wing of the Handicrafts Department conducted inspection of Handicrafts dealers running their business on Boulevard road and Pahalgam area.
Some of the dealers and traders were penalised for violation of the Tourist Trade Act/Quality Control Act and a penalty of Rs 3010/- was imposed and realised on spot from the erring dealers and traders.
All the erring dealers and traders were warned not to indulge in such malpractices in future.
Dr. Muzaffar chairs NDMA meeting
Stresses for holding seminars, awareness camps
SRINAGAR, MAY 12: A meeting in connection with overcome the problems created during any natural calamity and management disasters and to discuss the issues and mechanism for saving the precious lives and property was held here today under the Chairmanship of Member, National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), Government of India, Dr. Muzaffar Ahmad.
The meeting discussed about the precautionary measures to be taken to meet any possible disaster caused by natural calamity or manmade disasters.
The meeting was attended by Director Health Services, Kashmir, Dr. Saleem-ur-Rehman, Joint Commissioner, SMC, Mr. Fayaz Ahmad Bala, IGP, Home Guard/Civil Defence, Kashmir, Mr. Yogender Koul, DIG, Kashmir, Mr. S.A. Mujteba, Additional Commissioner, Kashmir, Joint Director Fire and Emergency Services, Mr. Dhobi, Coordinator, Disaster Management Committee, Kashmir, Mr. Aamir Ali Mir and officers of Revenue and IMPA.
The member asked the Civil Defence officials to act on instructions of Disaster Authority and also stressed for speed up other works for preparedness of meeting the challenges of any natural calamity. He asked the Disaster Management Committee members to utilize the services of the trained people so that the precious lives and other valuable property can be saved without any hurdle. He also asked the Director Health Services for establishing of two operation centres on modern lines so that any emergency cases both the centres can provide better services to the victims.
Meanwhile, Dr. Muzaffar also assured to State Disaster Management Authority for providing every possible help. He also stressed upon the engineers for utilizing quality material besides soil testing for construction of buildings. He also emphasized on the concerned officers organizing awareness camps and holding of seminars in colleges, schools and universities for providing information to student community about the precautionary measures should be taken at any emergency situation. He also stressed upon authorities for conducting of speedy mock drills.
Mir welcomes Hurriyat response towards development of the state
CHEWDARA (BEERWAH), MAY 12: Minister for Agriculture, Mr Ghulam Hassan Mir today welcomed the response of the Hurriyat Conference for showing interest in day to day development scenario of the state.
The Minister said this while addressing a large public gathering at Chiwdara, Beerwah this afternoon.
Ex M.L.A, Mr G.M Bhawan also spoke on the occasion.
Mr Mir said that “statements of various separatist groups on developmental issues through print media is an encouraging step and everyone should appreciate this gesture whole heartedly for the welfare of the people”. He said that the better future of the people is possible with overall prosperity of the J&K.
Saying that with the initiative taken for launching mega and ambitious projects across the state, Mr Mir said that this has become possible with the people’s cooperation only. He asked the youth to contribute in socio-economic progress of the state by involving themselves so that people of J&K will commensurate with other states on development front.
The Minister said that our youth has enormous potential and they can mobilise their energy for prosperity of the J&K .He said during two decades of long turmoil, the youth of the state had become the first casualty adding that with their sincere efforts, the dark days of the valley have come to an end. He said that our youth have now realised that violence give us death and destruction and asked them to forget the past and come forward as future belongs to them. He urged them to work hard for attaining quality education as it is the basic pillar to touch the skies of the excellence.
Hailing the response of students for taking part in country’s highest level of competitive exams like IAS, IPS, IFS, Mr Mir said this trend has given a confidence to our educated youth for attaing the highest seat. He said during last three consecutive years, dozens of youths qualify these exams. He hoped that time has come for us to provide positive direction to our talented youth.
Mr Mir said the youth would play a greater role in eradicating the menace of corruption and asked them to provide cooperation to the government to get rid the society from this menace. He said that this is the biggest threat for our existence adding that we have to act collectively to make our society free from this menace.
Media important pillar of democracy: Malik
Novel “Dehshat Zaadi” of N. A. Mehjoor released
SRINAGAR, MAY 12: Saying that media is the pillar of democracy, Minister for Higher Education, Labour and Employment Mr. Abdul Gani Malik today advocated freedom of press but said it should function impartially after releasing a novel “Dehshat Zaadi” authored by renowned broadcaster and journalist Naeema Ahmad Mehjoor here at an impressive function held at Hotel Lala Rukh today. “We should not shy away to accept the truth”, he added.
Referring to the policy of transparency and accountability adopted by present government, Mr. Malik said several vital decisions were taken by state government including Right to Information, Public Service Guarantee Act and many other Acts favouring people at the grass root level.
Complimenting Naeema Ahmad for authoring the book released today, the Minister said that truth speaking authors should be encouraged and appreciated at all levels. He said Naeema does need any introduction as she has spent several years in the broadcasting world both at National and International level, especially British Broadcasting Service and has gained tremendous popularity as a courageous and brave broadcaster.
Stressing for developing enthusiasm in book reading, Mr. Malik said that book is a best friend of a person and this trend should gain momentum among youth and general public.
The Minister congratulated the organizers of the function viz Jinab Noor Shah, President Urdu Academy, Prof. Hamidi Kashmiri Patron and Javed Matji, Secretary and also Mehjoor foundation Secretary Ashfaq Lone for holding the event efficiently.
Legislators, Er. Abdul Rashid and Nizam-ud-Din also addressed the function.
Naeema Mehjoor in her address expressed her gratitude to the Urdu Academy and Mehjoor Foundation for making the event a success. She gave a brief resume of her literal activities especially concerning valley women in distress.
Urdu Academy honoured Naeema with a shawl on the occasion.
The function was also addressed by Chief Information Commissioner, Sufi Ghulam Rasool, Vice Chancellor, Central University Abdul Wahid Qureshi, Dr. Shah Faisal, Jan Mohammad Azad, Nighat ji and many other luminaries, academicians and intellectuals.
Earlier, Ashfaq Lone presented welcome address and Javed Matji conducted the proceedings of the programme.
Opposition frustrated, PRI’s fully empowered: Sagar
SRINAGR, MAY 12- Coming down heavily on the parties trying to create disillusionment among the masses, the Minister for Rural Development, Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, Mr. Ali Mohammad Sagar has said that the government has ensured the empowerment of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRI) and necessary orders have already been issued. “We have ensured that the elections to the Panchayats are held and the necessary empowerment has already been done by vesting the powers to sarpanches to supervise the functioning of 14 vital departments and implementing in toto the recommendations of the committee headed by the Chief Secretary”, he maintained.
The Minister was addressing a mammoth gathering at Gatipora, Shopian. District Development Commissioner, Shopian Mr. M. S. Sood, Director Rural Development, Kashmir, Mr Jehangir Mir, senior officers of district administration, Advocate Shabir Kulley and other prominent leaders were present.
Reiterating the government’s commitment for ensuring vibrant Panchayati raj in the state, the Minister said that the panches and sarpanches are being involved in the implementation of various flagship schemes like MGNREGA, IAY, SGSY, BRGF and instruction have already been passed down the line to involve them in formulation of various welfare schemes as well. “We have also formulated a proposal for renemeration of panches and sarpanches and a detailed proposal has being sent for clearance”, he added.
Asking the people not pay heed to the propaganda and hollow sloganeering of certain parties, the Minister said that they have always resorted to these tactics and have always taken people for a ride. He said these parties have always resorted to divide the people on basis of region and other related things.
The Minister while referring to the Indo-Pak talks said that the people of sub-continent should understand that various vexed issues have been resolved through the medium of dialogue. He said that Indo-Pak peace is imperative for the development of the both countries besides solving their bilateral issues.
While responding to the demands of the locals, the Minister assured them that all their genuine demands would be redressed within the shortest possible time.
He asked the people to cooperate with the government so that the developmental concerns of the area are taken care of.
First Lady lauds activities undertaken by Guild for Service
SRINAGAR, MAY 12 – The Raahat Ghar, Zakura, Srinagar, run by the Guild for Service, New Delhi, celebrated its annual day function at the Government Medical College Hall here this evening.
Mrs. Usha Vohra, First Lady, was the Chief Guest.
Speaking on the occasion, the First Lady lauded the efforts of the Guild for Service and the Raahat Ghar being made for the rehabilitation of orphans and destitute women. Guild for Service is a national voluntary developmental organization working for the empowerment of under-privileged women and children.
Referring to the captivating cultural programme presented by the children of Raahat Ghar on this occasion, the Lady Governor observed that it demonstrated the high talent of the children and the hard work put in by them under the guidance of Dr. Girija Dhar, Chairperson, Raahat Ghar and their teachers. She added that she was highly impressed by their performance.
Referring to the “Faiz Ka Manzoom Safar”- a poetic journey of Faiz’s life – presented by Dr. Syeda Hameed, Member, Planning Commission of India, Dr. Mohini Giri, Chairperson, Guild for Service, Ms. Zakia Zaheer and Ms. Rene Singh, on this occasion, the First Lady observed that Faiz had been a most popular and well read poet of the 20th century. She described the presentation as superb. This poetic presentation was made by the Faiz Centre, Delhi.
On behalf of the Governor, the First Lady announced a support of Rs. 50,000 to the Raahat Ghar for carrying out extra-curricular activities for its children. She congratulated the Raahat Ghar on its annual day function.
The children of Raahat Ghar presented mementos to the Lady Governor and other dignitaries on this occasion.
Ms. Anne Stenhammer, Representative and Programme Director, UN Women South Asia Sub-Regional Office, speaking on the occasion, said that her organization was working for gender equality and empowerment of women in all spheres of human endeavour. She appreciated the initiatives taken by the Guild for Service, adding that these have made a real difference in the lives of destitute women and orphans.
In her welcome address, Dr. Mohini Giri, Chairperson, Guild for Service, dwelt on the activities of her organization. She thanked the Lady Governor for being the Chief Guest and blessing the children of Raahat Ghar. She read out a message from Mrs. Sonia Gandhi, UPA Chairperson, lauding the good work being done by the Guild for Service.
Dr. Girija Dhar, Chairperson, Raahat Ghar, Srinagar, presented a brief history of the evolution and activities of the Raahat Ghar. She expressed her gratitude to the Governor and the First Lady for their support to the Raahat Ghar.
Prominent among those present on the occasion were Mrs. Tanvir Jahan, Commissioner/Secretary, PWD (Designate), Ms. Sushma Kapoor, Deputy Regional Programme Director, UN Women, Advisory Committee Members of Guild for Service and Raahat Ghar, prominent women, media persons and children of Raahat Ghar.
Governor flags-off 2nd Shikarathon
SRINAGAR, MAY 12 – Governor, Mr. N. N. Vohra, flagged-off the 2nd Shikarathon organized by the Lalit Suri Hospitality Group at Dal Lake here today.
About 100 Shikarawallas drawn from Dal, Nageen and Manasbal lakes participated in the Shikarathon.
Present on the occasion were Mr. Nawang Rigzin Jora, Minister for Tourism and Culture, Mr. Atal Dulloo, Commissioner/Secretary, Tourism, Dr. Jyotsna Suri, CMD, Lalit Suri Hospitality Group, senior officers, prominent citizens and tourists.
Later, speaking after giving away prizes to the winners of the Shikarathon at the prize distribution function held at SKICC, the Governor lauded the efforts being made by all the stakeholders for the promotion of tourism in the State. He complimented Dr. Suri for organizing the 2nd Shikarathon and observed that such events need to be organized at a mega level with a view to promote tourism in a big way.
The Governor interacted with the Shikarawallas and congratulated the winners.
Dr. Jyotsna Suri thanked the Governor for being the Chief Guest on occasion.
Kashmiri Nurse gets President of India’s Award for Distinguished Services
New Delhi: May 12
At a glittering function at Rashtrapati Bhawan, New Delhi, Ms. Rehana Akhter, Daughter of Shiekh Mohammad Ismail, working at prestigious Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences, Srinagar received President’s National Florence Nightingale Award 2012 from Her Excellency The President of India Shrimati Pratibha Devisingh Patil. For her outstanding contribution in Nursing Research, Stoma Therapy and Critical care recognized as extraordinary public service. The award comprises Rupees 50,000 cash, a Medal and Certificate of merit.
Rehana akhter also received Bharat Excellence Award-2011 from India Friendship Society, New Delhi for her distinguished services. Last year she received Award of Excellence at SKIMS for her outstanding patient care services and nursing research.
Rehana Akhter has done Diploma in Stoma Therapy, World Council of Enterostoma Therapists, WCET Education Committee and is Life Member World Council of Enterostomal Therapists: An Association for Nurses involved in Ostomy, wound and continence care. She presented research papers in several National and State Level Scientific Conferences. She secured first position in Seminar on Nursing care in the 21st. Century: challenges and response and also first position in Symposium on Quality Nursing care in the New Millennium. She has more than twenty publications to her credit.
A symbolic War Crimes Tribunal in Malaysia has found former US President George W. Bush and several other members of his administration guilty of war crimes and crimes against humanity , Press TV reports.
The second “Kuala Lumpur War Crimes Tribunal”, part of an initiative by former Malaysian premier Mahathir Mohamad, in a unanimous vote on Saturday found Bush and seven of his associates, including former Vice President Dick Cheney and former Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld guilty of torture and war crimes.
The court also heard evidence from former detainees in Iraq and Guantanamo Bay, of torture methods used by US soldiers during their captivity in prisons run by American forces.
A former inmate, Abbas Abid appeared in a scarf fearing reprisals. He enacted how US troops subjected him to electric shocks, beatings and sexual abuse over a number of months.
High ranking former UN officials present in the courtroom expressed frustration over the evidence. “The UN is a weak body ... and it’s corrupted by member states, who use the Security Council for their own interests. They don’t respect the charter. They don’t respect the international law. They don’t respect the Geneva Conventions,” former UN Assistant Secretary General, Denis Halliday told Press TV.
“As long as they continue to use the UN it’s going to be somehow redundant possibly a dangerous and certainly corrupted organization,” Halliday went on to say.
Meanwhile, Mahatir remains determined to bring Bush and his cohorts to justice.
In response to a question on the sidelines of the court regarding the Malaysian police’s authority to arrest the criminals of war, Mahathir expressed hope that the charged officials won’t be invited to Malaysia.
“I hope people in the world will take notice and they should actually ... these are basically murderers and they kill on large scale,” the former Malaysian premier maintained.
The symbolic court was first held in November 2011 during which Bush and former British Prime Minister Tony Blair were found guilty for committing "crimes against peace" during the Iraq war.
"Telenor is not just any company. 54% of the shares are owned by Norwegian people through state and thus, it has even further political implications that such a company will be harmed. If this investment fails, it will be probably the biggest loss a Norwegian company has in foreign investments ever. I think also it will be fair to say that it will influence the view of India as an investment country," Norwegian trade and industry minister, Trond Giske, told reporters.
Giske is the representative of Norwegian government on the board of Telenor, which holds 67.25% stake in the telecom operator, Uninor. The balance is held by realty major Unitech.
Yogesh Nagar top-score for the visitors with unbeaten 43 off 47 balls which included a six and a four in his patient knock. Irafan Pathan remained unbeaten on 13 off 17 balls.
For Chennai, Albie Morkel (1-15) and Ravichandran Ashwin (1-17) took a wicket each as they supported the red-hot Hilfenhaus perfectly.
Delhi lost Venugopal Rao (26) after he tried to revive their innings with Nagar. Ashwin dismissed Rao in the fourteenth over to break the 48-run fifth wicket partnership between Rao and Nagar. Rao hit two sixes in his quick 24-ball innings.
Sent in to bat, Delhi lost four top-order batsmen inside six overs to give upper hand to hosts Chennai.
Albie Morkel dismissed Mahela Jayawardene (8) in the sixth over to reduce Delhi to 24/4 in 5.2 overs.
Delhi lost Jayawardene soon after Naman Ojha (3) became the third victim of Chennai pacer Ben Hilfenhaus three balls earlier.
Table-toppers Delhi started their innings on the wrong foot as they lost David Warner (8) and skipper Virender Sehwag (4) inside three overs.
Hilfenhaus continue his good outing in the league as he dismissed Warner in his second over to reduce Delhi to 12/2 in 2.1 overs. Warner hit a four in his short 9 balls stay but he failed to carry on with his century-making form in the last game against Deccan Chargers.
The Aussie pacer Hilfenhaus gave hosts Chennai a perfect start when he got better of Sehwag in the very first over of the match.
Earlier, Chennai skipper MS Dhoni won the toss and decided to field against Delhi.
Chennai bring in spinner Shadab Jakati in the playing eleven replacing pacer Yo Mahesh.
Delhi made two changes in the team as Roelf van der Merwe replaced Andre Russell and Umesh Yadav returned in the place of Shahbaz Nadeem.
Crisis in Karnataka BJP worsens, seven ministers ready to quit
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