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Man attacked by wolves in Handwara, critically injured
Doctors’ negligence claims infant’s life
Nishat contractor killing case
Shopkeepers, vendors registered for Food Safety Act implementation
Boy crushed to death in rice
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Watchman risks life to save deer
55 court arrest as ‘Jail Bharo Tehreek’ ends
Supporters of JKLF raise slogans during the protest in Srinagar on Sunday. Tribune photo: Amin war
Army organises free medical camp
Women get training in knitting, embroidery
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Coaching centres refuse to comply, for now
Srinagar, January 13 Talking to mediapersons here, the association said since the academic session was in a “crucial phase” presently, any prescribed change would derail the whole process and put students to inconvenience. The association also claimed to put an end to the much-criticised single tutor system wherein an individual teacher would teach hundreds of students in a single classroom. The spokesman said all tutors would be directed to come to one institute and teach there which would help students save their time and money. The PCCA, however, has agreed to comply with the January 31 deadline for registration for coaching centres set by Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir, Asgar Samoon. Other set of instructions which essentially include upgradation of infrastructure, uniformity in fee structure and segregation of male, female students cannot be followed within 15 days, it said. “It is irrational on part of the state government seeking fulfilment of these guidelines in two weeks’ time. It is practically not possible, especially when classes are underway. Though fresh guidelines issued are welcome, the same have been issued at an unsuitable time when students are due to appear in national-level medical, engineering, architecture and civil services examinations beginning April. How are we supposed to segregate classes right now when the half of the courses are complete?,” PCCA Chairman GN Var said. The PCCA also condemned the recent police crackdown on several coaching centres in uptown Baghat Barzulla area of Srinagar, particularly beating up of a biology teacher and students. “They (police) are unnecessarily linking the recent acid attack incident in that area with the coaching centre. It is clear that neither the students nor teachers are involved in any criminal case as no any FIR has been lodged in a police station against them so far. So why are they being victimised?,” Var questioned. The PCCA further urged the administration to let them constitute an autonomous body which could formulate as well as monitor the implementation of guidelines for smooth functioning of coaching centres. The association contends
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Man attacked by wolves in Handwara, critically injured
Handwara, January 13 The victim was referred to the Sher-i Kashmir Hospital, Soura, in Srinagar for specialised treatment. The incident triggered protests in the area against the Wildlife Department. The protestors, including women and children, raised slogans against the department. They blocked the Handwara-Baramulla road and traffic remained affected for hours. “Wild animals, including dozens of wolves, are on prowl in villages. They are on a killing spree and the authorities are acting as mute spectator,” said a protester. “Had the victim not been carrying an axe with him, he would have been killed on the spot by wolves,” the protester added. They said they were unable to offer prayers in the local mosque due to the fear of animals. “We are living amid constant fear from wild animals. Leopards, bears and wolves are on a prowl. They have devoured dozens of livestock and are posing a great threat to human lives as well,” said Zahid Jamal, a resident of Zachaldara. The protestors later called off protests following assurances from wildlife officials that cages would be set up in affected villages to trap the animals. The locals said they had to accompany their children to tuition centres due to an increasing fear of animals. They said the predatory animals during past two weeks attacked their cowsheds thus devouring dozens of cattle. “An increased movement of animals is posing great threat to human life and livestock. We spot leopards and a bear in the village almost every evening,” said Shabir Ahmad, a resident of Rajwar. The villages which have been witnessing an intensified movement of animals are Sirajpora, Kampora, Kukroosa, Lilum, Ramhal, Kohipora, Zachaldara, Trumboora, Deedipora and Vodipora. The residents say they are arranging fires in evening to scare away the animals. Block Officer Wildlife Habibullah Mir said the department concerned
had set up cages to trap the animals in most of the affected villages. “Due to fresh snowfall, the animals have intensified their movement towards human habitation in search of food. We have set up few cages and will trap them soon. People should not move out of their houses during evening time,” Mir said. |
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Doctors’ negligence claims infant’s life
Handwara, January 13 "We took the baby to hospital around 12 am last night and were shocked to fiund that no pediatrician was available in the pediatric ward. I knocked at a door of a doctor's room repeatedly but nobody came out. Had the baby received the treatment on time, his life could have been saved," said Farid Khan, the victim's father. He said went to other wards in search of a doctor but could not find any. "What is the point in having a pediatric ward at the hospital when doctors are not present there? Doctors are playing with the lives of infants and babies," he said, apparently dejected. He demanded a stern action against the hospital management. "I appeal to the Health Minister to order a probe into the incident. Doctors who were absent from their duties must be punished under the law," he added. Local residents also expressed resentment over the incident and demanded action the hospital authorities. "The hospital has a full-fledged pediatric ward but doctors are often found absent from their duties thus risking the lives of innocent children. The death of a baby is not the only case. Many children have died due to delay in treatment at the hospital. The authorities should order a probe into the incident and the guilty must be punished," said Ashiq Hussain, a local resident. The hospital witnesses huge rush of patients from Handwara and far flung areas. The management said they were investigating the incident. Deputy Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Kupwara Dr Muneer Ahmad said, "We have talked to the bereaved parents and are investigating the matter. A stern action will be taken, if anybody found guilty." |
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Nishat
contractor killing case Tribune News Service
Srinagar, January 13 Ali Muhammad Mir, a resident of Nishat, was allegedly kidnapped and subsequently killed by a counter-insurgency group led by one Ghulam Muhammad Lone alias Papa Kishtawari. The application before the Principal District and Sessions judge, Srinagar, was submitted by the deceased's wife Hajira Begum wherein she had alleged that the family was getting "regular life threats" and no action to provide security to them had been taken by authorities. On December 30, the Principal District and Sessions Judge Srinagar transferred the case file and the application to the First Additional District & Sessions Judge for "necessary orders". "The Additional District & Sessions Judge has now asked the police as why no steps have been taken for providing relief to the family despite the court directions in this regard," said Zahoor Ahmad Mir, the son of slain contractor. The police has been asked to file status report in this regard by the next hearing, he added. Hajira in her application had also sought to alleviate the ordeal she and her family had been undergoing. She had also referred to the earlier court direction wherein the police had been asked to upgrade security for the family. "Our family is still receiving threats. I suspect that a conspiracy is being hatched by the accused to frame me in a false case. But I appeal to the police authorities to take my house and other property into their custody," Zahoor said. He added that they have made it clear to the authorities that if anything happens to them, the police will be responsible for the same. The incident
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Shopkeepers, vendors registered for Food Safety Act implementation
Srinagar, January 13 As SMC Commissioner Dr GN Qasba had, last week, said the corporation would conduct daily raids for effective implementation of provisions of the FSSA-2006, the team of SMC food safety officers, under supervision of Health Officer Dr Rubeena Shaheen, visited various areas of the city including Karanagar, Kaaksarai Safakadal Eidgah and Nawakadal. “The team inspected restaurants, dhabas and other retail stores selling food items and checked the sanitation of their premises and kitchens. The food establishment owners have been directed to keep their premises clean and adhere to guidelines of FSSA-2006, which enjoins upon the food handlers to wear proper headgear, aprons and disposable gloves while handling food items. They have also been directed to display their food licences prominently within their premises,” the SMC spokesperson said. |
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Boy crushed to death in rice
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Srinagar, January 13 The body of the victim was handed over to his relatives for last rites. The local police has registered a case in this regard, reports said. In another incident, a man ended his life in a village near north Kashmir’s Sopore town. Javid Ahmad War, a resident of Pachkoot village, ended his life by consuming a poisonous substance at his house, the police said.
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Watchman risks life to save deer
Srinagar, January 13 Malik was watching over a nursery when a pack of stray dogs tried to prowl over the deer, who
wandered out of nearby PirPanchal range in the early morning hours. Malik gave a long chase to the rare species animal after he found the deer in trouble and decided to come to its rescue. After extensive efforts, he succeeded in rescuing the endangered animal. The male deer was later handed over to the Wildlife Department on the advice of the district magistrate in presence of the
tehsildar concerned. Meanwhile, the Deputy Commissioner, Kulgam, has praised the heroic deed of Malik, saying his act was really
commendable. Kulgam district has taken a lead in Kashmir in the formation of District Society for Prevention of
Cruelty to Animals. The society aims at facilitating harmonious living of all animal
species with focus on nurturing habitats through scientific techniques and public awareness campaigns. |
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55 court arrest as ‘Jail Bharo Tehreek’ ends
Srinagar, January 13 The JKLF had launched the Jail Bharo Tehreek to highlight the atrocities committed against the Kashmiri prisoners lodged in various jails of the country and also against the verdicts of life imprisonments and other harsh sentences. The tehreek had been kick-started by JKLF chairman Mohammad Yasin Malik earlier this month
on January 4. JKLF leader Noor Mohammad Kalwal led the procession at Abi Guzar. Addressing JKLF leaders and supporters, Kalwal said the people of Kashmir would not get bogged down by the atrocities committed against those lodged in the prisons. “The aim of Jail Bharo Tehreek was to express
solidarity with our brothers lodged in the prisons,” he added. Kalwal said the separatist group would continue its fight to seek justice for the Kashmiris lodged in various jails of the country. He said the JKLF would soon announce a fresh programme to seek justice for the prisoners. |
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Army organises free medical camp
Srinagar, January 13 He said during the previous medical camp held in the old town, the local people had requested the help of General Officer Commanding, Dagger Division, to organise such medical camps at regular intervals in old Baramulla. The GOC Dagger Division met the local people and interacted with the mohalla presidents, he said. “During the free medical camp, medicine, blankets and hot water bottles were distributed among the needy,” he said. He said Commander 19 Artillery Brigade and Commanding Officer 46 Rashtriya Rifles Battalion (SIKH) were also present on the occasion. |
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Women get training in knitting, embroidery
Srinagar, January 13 He said the programme was inaugurated today in Kupwara and its aim was to impart skills to women so that they become successful entrepreneurs and also generate employment to others. Meanwhile, a similar 10-day skill programme on crewel embroidery concluded in south Kashmir’s Pulwama town. The J&K bank spokesman said the valedictory function of the camp was held in Pulwama where certificates of participation were also distributed among the trainees. |
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