JAMMU, Oct 31: Four police officers from Jammu and Kashmir were among those who were awarded with Union Home Minister’s Special Operation Medal for the year 2022.
According to a list, a copy DIG Jammu, Vivek Gupta, SSP Jammu, Chandan Kohli, SDPO Gandhi Nagar Sachit Sharma and SGCT Vicky Kumar were among those who were awarded with the medal.
“These medals were conferred for special operations with regard to managing terrorism, border disputes, arms and narcotics,” it reads.
The Ministry of Home Affairs declares ‘Union Home Minister’s Special Operation Medal-2022’ for four special operations conducted by security forces in the areas of terrorism, border action, arms control, prevention of narcotics smuggling and rescue operations.
The list includes 13 awardees from Telangana, 16 from Punjab, 19 from Delhi, 4 from Jammu and Kashmir and 11 from Maharashtra. (AGENCIES)
DIG Jammu among 4 J&K officers awarded Home Minister’s Special Medal 2022
SC says two-finger test must not be conducted, those doing it will be held guilty of misconduct
Expressing strong displeasure over the two-finger test still being conducted on victims of sexual assault, the Supreme Court Monday directed that those who conduct the test will be held guilty of misconduct.
Restoring the conviction of an accused in a rape case, a bench of Justices D Y Chandrachud and Hima Kohli said the test has “no scientific basis” and “only re-victimises and re-traumatises women” and it “must not be conducted”.
“This court has time and again deprecated the use of two finger test in cases alleging rape and sexual assault…The test is based on an incorrect assumption that a sexually active woman cannot be raped. Nothing can be further from the truth,” said the apex court in its judgement which came on an appeal against a high court order in the case.
The Supreme Court said, “The probative value of a woman’s testimony does not depend on her sexual history. It is patriarchal and sexist to suggest that a woman cannot be believed when she states that she was raped merely because she is sexually active”.
The bench asked the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare to ensure that survivors of rape or sexual assault are not put through the test. It also directed that the ministry’s guidelines against the test be circulated widely to create awareness.
Rich Harvest Celebrates National Unity Day
RHS Celebrated Rashtriya Ekta Diwas by Commemorating 147th Birth Anniversary of the Iron Man- Sardar Vallabhai Patel.
The Principal, Ms Anita Bhatia, flagged off the Run for Unity for Classes 7th to 9th which comprised of around 300 students who ran from school to Sidco Chowk and back while raising patriotic slogans.
During a special assembly, the students were made aware through Declamation and speeches the contributions of India’s 1st Home Minister who played a crucial role in persuading 565 princely states to join the Union of India. The Principal in her address enlightened the students that Rashtriya Ekta Diwas provides an opportunity to reaffirm the inherent strength and resilience of our nation towards upholding the unity, integrity and security of India. She impressed upon the students to never forget the passion and rich contributions of the great stalwart.
NSS, SMVDU Organizes Mega Cleanliness Drive
NSS SMVDU organized Mega Swacchata Drive with SMVD Nursing College volunteers under
the aegis of the “Clean India 2.0” campaign. The drive was organized to collect mainly
plastic waste in the Sirah village area. Every NSS unit in the country has been given a
target of collecting 200 Kg of plastic waste during the Swacchata month of October.
With 2 NSS units at SMVDU, the achievable target was of 400 kg waste. Around 100 volunteers
participated in the drive and collected 190 Kg of plastic waste. Earlier, in this drive, both
units had collected 403 kg of a waste-a total of 593 kg of waste during the Swacchata
month.
NSS Programme coordinator, SMVDU Dr. Rajiv Kumar and Programme Officer,
SMVD Nursing College, Ms. Hanna were also present during the event and appreciated the
efforts of the volunteers.
DSEK issues new classwork timings for schools
SRINAGAR, Oct 31: The Directorate of School Education Kashmir (DSEK) has ordered for change in the classwork timing in schools across Kashmir with effect from November 1.
As per the DSEK order, all the government and private (recognized) schools of Kashmir Division falling within Municipal limits of Srinagar city will observe class work timings from 10am to 3pm.
“The schools falling outside Municipal limits of Srinagar will observe timing from 10.30am to 3.30 pm from November 1 of 2022,” the order reads.
The directorate has warned the schools to strictly adhere to the new school timing.
“Any deviation in this regard shall be viewed seriously,” the order reads further.
Abdul Rashid Malik appointed as Senior Advocate General in Srinagar wing of J&K High Court
JAMMU, Oct 31: Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday appointed Abdul Rashid Malik, Ex-District and Sessions Judge, as Senior Additional Advocate General in the Srinagar wing of High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.
“Sanction is hereby accorded to appointment of Mr Abdul Rashid Malik, Ex-District and Sessions Judge as Senior Additional Advocate General in the Srinagar wing of High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh,” read a government order.
“The above said appointment shall be:-
i. governed by the terms and conditions as envisaged in Government Order No. 1906-LD(A)) of 2015 dated 22- 06-2015, Government Order No 2327-LD(A) of 2017 dated 16-06-2017, Government Order No 2328-LD(A) of 2017 dated 16-06-2017 and Government Order No 3378-LD(A) of 2019 dated 16-09-2019 and other orders in this behalf, i. for a period of one year which shall be extended subject to satisfactory performance of the Advocate; and
ii. shall be subject to orders passed in WP(C) PIL No 6 of 2021, titled Sushil Chandel Vs Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and others.”
“In terms of Administrative Council Decision No. 35/4/2021 dated 10-03-2021 read with Government Order No. 1678-JK(LD) of 2021 dated 24-03-2021, the Law Officer shall submit the information of cases on daily basis through Director Litigation Kashmir and fortnightly to the Department of Law Justice and P.A. on a devised proforma GC-I and GC-II and shall also furnish weekly/Department wise advance list of cases on each Friday or Saturday as the case may be on a devised proforma GC-IlI.”
T20 World Cup: India’s Dinesh Karthik suffers back injury, doubtful for Bangladesh clash
Indian wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik hurt his back during the team’s T20 World Cup encounter against South Africa on Sunday (October 30). Karthik is now doubtful to start against Bangladesh in Adelaide.
Karthik was unable to handle the pace, bounce and swing of the South African bowlers in a crucial Super 12 match of Group 2 as he managed only six off 15 balls in a 52-run stand. So far in the tournament, Karthik has struggled to score runs with the bat.During the match against South Africa, Karthik was observed writhing in agony at the conclusion of the 15th over while clutching his back and hunched over on his knees.
The physio rushed out right away, and a few minutes later, he was spotted leaving the scene holding his back. Although the nature of his injury remained unknown, it appeared to be back spasms, which can occasionally occur as a result of the intense cold that one experiences in Perth. However, his teammate Bhuvneshwar Kumar acknowledged that he had suffered a back injury.
Bhuvneshwar said during the post-match media conference: “I know he had some back issue. Obviously, the physio will give a report and we will have more clarity after that.”Karthik will have just 72 hours to be fit because India will play Bangladesh in Adelaide on November 2, which also includes a day for travel. Given Karthik’s problems on the bowler-friendly Australian tracks, Rishabh Pant kept wickets for the final five overs during the South African tie.
Enemies Trying to Break India’s Unity, We Need to Stand Firm Against Such Attempts: PM Modi
GUJARAT, Oct 31: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that enemies were trying to break India’s unity and the country should stand firm against any such attempts. After paying tributes to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel at Kevadia in Gujarat on his birth anniversary, PM Modi remembered those who died in Sunday’s Morbi bridge collapse incident and got emotional.
“I am in Kevadia, but my heart goes out to those who died in the Morbi Bridge collapse tragedy,” Mr. Modi said. At least 132 people died after the suspension bridge collapsed in Gujarat’s Morbi city on Sunday evening. Patel’s birth anniversary is observed as the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas or National Unity Day.
PM Modi said for India, its unity has never been a necessity, but has been its uniqueness. “This unity of our country has been eyesore for our enemies. Not just today, but from thousands of years and even during the period of our slavery, all foreign attackers did whatever they wanted to do to break this unity,” PM said.
“The poison that was spread in that long period, the country is facing problems due to it today also. We saw the country’s partition and enemies taking benefit of it,” Mr. Modi said.
Those forces are still prevalent, they want to make people of the country fight in the name of caste, region, language, he said, adding that history is also presented in such a way that people cannot stand with each other.
“We should note that these forces are not just our known enemies from outside, but many a times it (the enemy) enters into us in the form of slave mentality also,” the PM said. “We have to answer them as the son of this country, we have to remain one,” Mr. Modi said. (Agencies)
2 LeT Militant Associates Arrested in Shopian, Arms and Ammunition Recovered: Police
SRINAGAR, Oct 31: Police on Monday claimed to have arrested two militant associates affliated with Lashkar-i-Toiba oufit in Kellar area of South Kashmir’s Shopian district.
A senior police officer told that on a specific input a joint team of Police, army and CRPF during searches arrested two LeT militant associates.
They have been identified as Gowhar Manzoor Bhat and Abid Hussain Nanda both resident of Drabgam Pulwama. From their possession one pistol, a grenade, 10 rounds and Rs 60000 have been recovered, the officer said.
An FIR has been registered in Police station Kellar in this regard and investigation have been takenup, the officer added. (Agencies)
Pakistani female journalist crushed by former PM Imran Khan’s truck during coverage
A female Pakistani journalist covering former prime minister Imran Khan’s long march died on Sunday after being crushed under his container. Subsequently, the incident forced him to halt the march for the day. The deceased has been identified as Channel Five reporter Sadaf Naeem.
According to Channel Five, the reporter was run over by Khan’s container after she fell from it near Sadhoke. After the tragic incident, the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) chairman called off activities for the day.
“We are ending today’s march due to an accident. We have decided to stop here,” Khan said. Khan also sent his condolences to the family of the deceased and said that he would pray for the departed soul.
The long march would start from Kamoke on its fourth day on Monday. Earlier, it was planned to reach Gujranwala by the end of its third day. She was trying to interview Khan for her TV channel, Dunya TV reported.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, while reacting to the death of the journalist, said that he was “deeply saddened” by the death of the reporter.
He further wrote in his tweet that Sadaf Naeem was a “dynamic and hardworking” reporter, adding that he prays for the forgiveness of the deceased and patience for the family. Information Minister Maryyium Aurangzeb expressed shock over Sadaf’s death and questioned how the reporter was run over by the container-carrying truck used by Khan.
“I personally know her. She was a hard-working journalist and was killed while trying to interview Imran Khan which is shocking,? she said.
Punjab Chief Minister Pervez Elahi lauded the deceased and extended his condolences to her family and announced financial assistance worth Rs 25 lakh for her family. “The Punjab government will take full care of the family,” he tweeted.
Meanwhile, the Punjab police said that a police officer, posted in Muridke for the march, died due to a heart attack. According to a statement issued by the Sheikhpura police spokesperson, Constable Liaquat Ali was on duty as a driver at the PTI march when he died due to the heart attack. He is survived by his wife, three sons and a daughter.