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Domestic violence on rise in Rajouri
Jumping red light doesn’t cost a penny here!
Vehicle owners jump the red light with impunity in Jammu on Friday. Photo: Inderjeet Singh |
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Dept fails to utilise expertise of physical education teachers
Religious fervour marks Janmashtami
Return policy for Pandits flawed: Panun Kashmir
An SPO with a difference
Mandal happy with facilities for Kailash yatra
Training programme for Reasi women concludes
Kalpana Revo, Chief Judicial Magistrate, Reasi, distributes certificate to a successful candidate. A Tribune photograph
Four arrested with drugs
Semis line-up drawn in hockey
Sanitation campaign launched in Kishtwar
Kishtwar beat Kathua in football
Former militant kills youth in Reasi
Army organises Iftar party
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Domestic violence on rise in Rajouri
Rajouri, Aug 10 In 2011, the Women Cell received 712 cases of domestic violence with 39 pending cases of the
preceding year out of which 566 were settled with mutual agreement while 130 reached court trial stage. Till July this year, the Women Cell received 404 cases. In January, the police received 60 cases, in February the figure was 50 while in March 68 cases of domestic violence were received. May had the highest number of cases (86) so far. The figure was 74 in June and 80 cases in July. “Women’s boldness is often mistaken for arrogance and this according to many is justifiable in getting beaten up by their spouses. While some find the courage to speak up or walk out, there are others who keep the matter within the four walls of the house,” said the Women Cell incharge. “All the cases I receive are related to domestic issues. Among them, the maximum ones are of domestic violence and that too in rural areas most of the time,” he said. One or two cases of domestic violence are reported every day, said Mohammad. But there has been a change in the attitude of women when it comes to reporting domestic violence, he added. “Earlier, women were hesitant to come forward. But now, they are quite comfortable approaching us as women now are well aware of their rights,” he said. Still many victims wait for long when it comes to reporting the abuse. Approaching the police or help cell is taken as a last resort, Mohammad said. “Many women say that they do not want to go to court as it is looked down upon in our society. But now, even women from rural areas are taking step forward against violence,” Lal said. Dowry the trigger in most cases
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Jumping red light doesn’t cost a penny here!
Jammu, August 10 The interesting part of the prevailing chaos, even after the installation of traffic lights, is that sometimes road users are forced to stop at a green signal by a “herd of violators”, who zoom past red lights, that too in front of traffic policemen deployed to check such violations. At busy rotaries, traffic policemen can be spotted taking rest inside traffic booths while road users jump the red light with impunity. “Last evening, I had a narrow escape when my motorcycle almost collided with a scooter which jumped the red light at a crossing near the Gandhi Nagar college. Sadly, it all happened in front of traffic policemen who were virtually helpless and remained a mute spectator to the violation,” Suresh Sharma, a government teacher, said. He said though the traffic lights had brought some sanity on roads, it was necessary on the part of traffic policemen to go all out against the violators jumping the red light. “Traffic policemen should ensure that road users do not jump the red light and follow the rules. They should impose a heavy penalty for violations,” Sharma suggested. Sumit Khajuria, another motorist, said, “On August 4, the Deputy Chief Minister while inaugurating the traffic lights had said these would regulate traffic and ease traffic jams. So far, it has remained a bad experience for Jammuites because road users show scant regard to the traffic lights. It is all due to laxity on the part of traffic policemen.” Mahesh Koul, a Jammu University scholar, suggested that the traffic department should launch a massive awareness drive to sensitise people, including students, about traffic rules. “A vigorous awareness campaign should be launched in schools, colleges and at the mohalla level to make people aware about the traffic rules,” he said. Senior Superintendent of Police (Traffic), Jammu, Manmohan Singh sought to downplay such violations, saying the department had already brought “jumping of the red light” under the dangerous driving clause and a minimum penalty of Rs 1,000 had been fixed for such violations. “We have strictly asked the policemen deployed on roads not to let go any violator without imposing a heavy penalty,” he said. To a question about laxity on the part of traffic policemen, the SSP said he would look into the issue and if anybody was found guilty, stern action would be taken against him. |
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Dept fails to utilise expertise of physical education teachers
Jammu, August 10 According to sources, PETs were recruited by the state government in the DYSS to overcome the shortage of physical instructors and to impart specialised coaching to students in various government institutions of Jammu district. However, their expertise has not been fully utilised by the department which continues to engage them in schools without assigning them any special assignments. The sources said around 100 candidates were selected as PETs in the DYSS. “It was a dream come true for us. By getting a government job, we thought we would get an ideal opportunity to impart training to students of government schools who usually do not have any access to individual games such as badminton, fencing, table tennis, judo and wushu. However, both the government and the DYSS have mislead us,” a PET told The Tribune on condition of anonymity. The sources said the NIS-qualified PETs had earlier requested the department to conduct special coaching camps in multi-disciplines. The DYSS did not give them permission. After failing to convince officials, the PETs are now mulling the option of knocking at the door of the government to find a solution. “Government schools lack infrastructural facilities in individual games. If the department allows its NIS-qualified PETs to conduct coaching camps in their respective disciplines, students of these schools can compete with their private school counterparts who have a clear edge as far as medal winning in individual games is concerned,” the PET added. A senior official of the DYSS admitted that the department had not been able to channel the talent of NIS-qualified candidates in a proper way. “It is really sad that we are not utilising the expertise of NIS-qualified candidates in a proper way,” the official claimed. PETs pin hopes on govt
Sources said NIS-qualified PETs had earlier requested the Department of Youth Services and Sports to conduct special coaching camps in multi-disciplines. The department did not give them permission. After failing to convince officials, the PETs are now mulling the option of knocking at the door of the government to find a solution
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Nomads deprive Batote villagers of tap water
Batote, August 10 Local residents say these nomads, who migrate to other places in the state with their livestock using the area as transit, end up damaging the gravity pipeline. They allege official apathy in the matter saying that the officers and ministers concerned have failed to take note of their grievances. “Every year, when these nomads camp at Padora in Patnitop and along the Patnitop-Sanasar road from May to September, thousands of villagers of the Chakwa panchayat do not get a regular tap water supply. It happens for several days in a row. Since there is no public water tap in the entire area, they (migrants) puncture the gravity pipeline at several places between the Shivdhaar source and the reservoir above Amar Chashma,” said Jagdish Chand Anthal, sarpanch, Chakwa, Batote. Anthal said since the government had not provided them with some alternative site for seasonal camping or some water source, they punctured the pipeline to get water for their use. The sarpanch also had another story to tell. “The nomads use pine tree wood as fuel creating huge smoke. Their cattle litter everywhere around the place. Not only this, their dogs scare away tourists who come to visit this famous resort.” “During these five months, people of the six villages of my panchayat, hoteliers and government departments have a tough time. Their troubles compound during the Amarnath yatra. I am afraid it could lead to a law and order problem if the government does not resolve this issue soon given the brewing discontentment among the villagers,” he added. In the past, there have been reports of these nomads allegedly having assaulted PHE officials and policemen who tried to stop them from causing damage to public property. “Under the Water Management Act, 2011, this is a criminal offence which may endanger the lives of people (risk of contamination or poisoning). We are exploring the possibility of installing water taps or providing them water through tankers in that area as the hand pumps are not feasible there,” said M Rafiq Khan, Executive Engineer, PHE, Ramban Division.
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Religious fervour marks Janmashtami
Jammu, August 10 “I visit the Raghunath temple on Janmashtami every year. However, this time we had to face parking problems as no arrangements were made,” said Sunil Kumar, a local resident. Market associations and cultural groups also organised colourful processions across the city. Sanskrit verses from the Bhagavadgita were recited in temples. The authorities of the Central Jail, Kot Bhalwal, organised a kite-flying competition for inmates to celebrate Janmashtami. Jail Superintendent Rajni Sehgal said, “We celebrate all festivals with fervour so that the inmates do not feel lonely and miss their families”. Anil Kumar, an inmate, said it was a joyous experience. “I really felt like celebrating the festival and we all enjoyed it,” he said. A cultural programme was organised on the premises of Devan Devi Higher Secondary School,
Rajpura. Students presented dance items, skits and group songs. Kindergarten students presented a special item underlining the life of Lord Krishna while senior secondary students presented “Krishna jhula”, a special event on
Janmashtami. Ahwani Suri, Principal, greeted the students on the occasion. KATRA:
Janmashtami was celebrated with gaiety and fervour in Katra and Reasi on Friday. Chanting “Hare Krishna Hare Rama”, devotees thronged the famous Kalika and
Radha-Krishna temples. The temples were decorated with flowers, buntings and lights. Special arrangements were made by the temple authorities for devotees to offer prayers. City markets witnessed a huge rush of customers who purchased idols of Lord Krishna and Radha, besides flowers and fruits to perform puja. Tight security arrangements were made at sensitive locations. POONCH:
Janmashtmi was celebrated with gaiety and fervour in Poonch district. A colourful procession was organised at Geeta Bhawan. Religious leaders spoke on the life of Lord Krishna. Tight security arrangements were made at sensitive locations. RAMBAN:
Janmashtami was celebrated at Batote and Ramban in a peaceful atmosphere with fervour and gaiety. Shoba yatras were taken out in markets by the Sanatan Dharam Sabha and the Dharmarth Trust. About 10,000 devotees from Ramban and 6,000 devotees from Batote accompanied the shobha yatra singing bhajans
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Return policy for Pandits flawed: Panun Kashmir
Jammu, August 10 Leaders of various socio-political organisations of the community were also present at the meeting. Speaking on the occasion, Panun Kashmir chairman Ajay Chrungoo said the focus of the meeting was the “ill-conceived” return policy of the government that had created a sense of despondency and desperation among the youth of the community, who had taken up employment in the Kashmir valley under the employment package. Chrungoo said the alleged threats issued by militant outfits to Kashmiri Pandit youth revealed the inherent flaw in the policy of return being showcased as the Prime Minister’s package. “This policy does not take into account the past reasons for the displacement of the community from its ancestral homeland - Kashmir. This policy has proved that genocide is still continuing against it by other means,” Chrungoo alleged. He said, “The sacrifice of martyrs of the community who withstood communal forces and laid down their lives to uphold the Indian nationhood has more significance today as it motivates us in this atmosphere of despondency. The state has rendered the Pandit community hostage to secessionist forces,” Chrungoo alleged. The meeting also chalked out the programme for Martyrs’ Day, falling on September 14, which is observed every year to pay homage to the Pandits who have been killed by terrorists. Prominent among those who spoke on the occasion were PL Raina, Raj Nath Raina, president of the Tangmarg-Bangil Sabha, and Omkar Nath Trisal, a freedom fighter.
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An SPO with a difference
Taking note of this SPO’s selfless service, SSP, Samba, Israr Khan, has recommended Raj Singh for a gallantry award and also get him absorbed in the police department. Raj Singh, a resident of Jhad in Samba district, has been engaged as an SPO in the district police and is presently posted at Samba police station. Israr Khan, Samba SSP said, “Raj, an ace swimmer and diver, has done commendable job. He has saved precious lives and thus won laurels from the authorities.” Khan said the gallant cop deserved to be inducted into the services as he had always proven himself in challenging situations. Khan said, “He has exhibited extraordinary courage. Such people are direly needed in the JK police.” The SSP said that on August 4, three labourers had gone to the Basanter river with a tipper truck to collect stones but got caught trapped in a flashflood. “The district police launched the rescue operation and SPO Raj Singh and Raj Hussain jumped into the river and rescued the labourers,” Khan said. Playing the saviour
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Mandal happy with facilities for Kailash yatra
Jammu, August 10 Members of the mandal said besides extending the yatra from three to 15 days this year, the construction of an alternative path would further promote the yatra and encourage a large number of people to undertake it since the new track was only 5 km long against the existing 14-km-long track. In a press note issued here today, JPVM chairman Ravi Mahajan, who, along with the CEO of the Bhaderwah Development Authority (BDA), had conducted the survey of the newly constructed path, said the existing track from Nathali near Seodhar was 14 km while the new track from Chattarkala to Chattra and Kailash Kund was only 5 km long, thus reducing the foot journey by 9 km. Up to Chatrakala there was a motorable road. Pilgrims could now undertake the yatra in a single day, which would attract more devotees, he added. Mahajan, who was accompanied in the survey by Kailash Sewa Sangh Trust chairman Hari Charan Khajuria and trust members Chander Kant Gupta and Suresh Kotwal, has expressed satisfaction over the facilities such as rain shelters, public conveniences and lights at Kailash Kund provided for the yatra. He has appreciated voluntary organisations for starting langar there. Mahajan thanked the Divisional Commissioner, Jammu, the MLA and the MLC from Bhaderwah and the CEO of the BDA for their efforts in providing facilities for the yatra. He thanked members of the Muslim community in Bhaderwah for their contribution and assistance in conducting the
yatra. The JPVM had launched a campaign “Kailash yatra chalo” to motivate pilgrims. |
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Training programme for Reasi women concludes
Katra August 10 Kalpana Revo, Chief Judicial Magistrate, Reasi, and Reasi Munsiff, Sudesh Sharma, were the chief guests on the occasion. They also distributed certificates among the trainees. During the 30-day programme, the participants were imparted training wherein all aspects of beauty parlour management such as technical, behavioural and managerial, were covered. The programme also covered costing, pricing schemes regarding banking, human relations, maintenance of records etc. SK
Kandroo, director of the institute, appreciated the enthusiasm among trainees and expressed hope the passed out trainees start their own units shortly. He added that SBI, RSETI was starting a three-week long programme on “mobile repairs” from August 13 followed by programmes on food processing, electric motor rewinding and rain coat/choli making etc. Gurdev Singh, Circle Audit Officer, SBI, RL Lochan, Lead District Manager, SBI, and others were present on the occasion. |
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Four arrested with drugs
Jammu, August 10 A case under Section 8/21/22 of the NDPS Act has been registered at Kathua police station. In another incident, a police party during naka at the Hatli Morh-Kathua National Highway intercepted one motorcycle driven by Amar Paul Singh of Lachhipur and pillion rider Anupartap Singh of Kathua which was on way from Lakhanpur towards Kalibari. The police recovered 55 gm smack from their possession and arrested them. A case under Section 8/21/22 of the NDPS Act has been registered and further investigations are on. |
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Semis line-up drawn in hockey
Jammu, August 10 The teams which made it to the last four are the Bikram Club, Baramulla; the Khalsa Club, Uplina; the Jagjit Club, Uplina; and the Singhpora Sports Club. The Singhpora Sports Club will take on the Khalsa Club, Uplina, in the semifinals while the second semifinal will be played between the Bikram Club, Baramulla, and the Jagjit Club,
Uplina. In the league matches, the Khalsa Club, Uplina, toppled SAI North, Singhpora, 4-2. Gurpreet Singh (senior) scored two goals for the Khalsa Club. The match was officiated by Manjeet Singh, Jatinder Singh, Satinder Singh and Rajinder Singh. State team finishes third
The J&K team finished overall third by winning three medals - a gold and two silver medals - in the fourth Dragon Boat National Championship organised by the Kerala Dragon Boat Association at Allapuzha in Kerala. The championship trophy was clinched by the hosts Kerela with 21 points. Minister of State for Power KC Venugopal was the chief guest while Mercy Daino Mezido, chairperson, Allapuzha municipality, was the guest of honour at the valedictory
function. The J&K team was led by international paddler Zahoor Ahmad and Adil
Mohi-u-Din. |
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Sanitation campaign launched in Kishtwar
Kishtwar, August 10 Mohammad asked the students to spread awareness on sanitation for better health and development of society. He discussed in detail about the health hazards of poor sanitation. More than 300 students from various schools took out an awareness rally to mark the launch of the drive. Chief Medical Officer, Dr Ajay Kumar Gupta, said India had a population of more than 1.2 billion and 55 per cent people living in urban slums and rural areas had no access to toilets. He said the total sanitation campaign was launched by the government to achieve universal household sanitation by 2012. He said the scheme was being implemented in 606 districts of 30 states and union territories. Chief Education Officer, Kishtwar, also spoke on the occasion and stressed upon to spread the message of sanitation among the masses.
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Kishtwar beat Kathua in football
Jammu, August
10 Anantnag thrashed Samba by a mammoth margin 11-0 to advance into the next round. Ahana Manzoor was the star performer who scored five
goals. Budgam spanked Bandipora 4-0 in a one-sided contest while Srinagar outclassed Kupwara again by an identical margin. In the other two matches played today, Baramulla overcame the challenge
of Rajouri 2-0 whereas the match between Udhampur and Doda ended in a 1-1 draw. |
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Former militant kills youth in Reasi
Jammu, August 10 Reports said that Kalu, a former Hizbul militant who had surrendered later, entered the house of Muhammad Farooq who had married a local girl
Ruksana. It was learnt the family of the girl was opposed to the marriage and had also attacked the family of the boy earlier. Nearly 12 people attacked the victim today leading to grievous injuries which later led to the youth’s death. The police has lodged a case in this regard. SHO Pouni, Inderpal Singh, said they had started investigating the matter. |
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Army organises Iftar party
Rajouri, August 10 A namaz was offered by all those present which was followed by a special Iftar dinner. It was celebrated with bonhomie and gaiety. The Army’s gesture to organise the get together was appreciated by the civil fraternity. |
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without any fear of getting penalised by policemen because jumping a traffic light does not cost even a single penny to violators, courtesy laxity and the laissez-faire approach of traffic policemen.
Katra August 10
Jammu, August 10