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Uniform exam schedule for classes 1-9 in Kashmir, Exams set to begin in Nov : Director School Edu

NVI Correspondent

Srinagar, Nov 09 (NVI): The Director of School Education, Dr. Tasaduq Hussain, on Saturday said a uniform exam schedule will be set up for students up to class 9, in the valley. He said the exams are expected to begin in the second week of November and conclude by December 15.

Dr. Tasaduq Hussain, speaking to the media in Srinagar, as per News Vibes of India (NVI), said the exams will be designed with their well-being in mind. “These exams will be student-friendly and competency-based,” he said, adding that students should not feel stressed about the upcoming assessments.

He said the new schedule aims to streamline the examination process for students across the region, ensuring consistency and reducing anxiety.

Additionally, the J&K government earlier announced that end-of-year examinations for students up to Class 9 in the Kashmir Valley will take place in December, bringing clarity to weeks of speculation over the exam schedule.—(News Vibes of India)

Deep appreciation for the Ehsaas Foundation by Shah Re Khass Traders & Chambers,Srinagar

Fazil Mir

Srinagar,Nov 08(NVI): The Shah Re Khass Traders and Chambers, Srinagar express their deep appreciation for the EHSAAS FOUNDATION for their tireless efforts towards their passion in serving the community without caste & creed

Raqib Altaf Shah, Chief Spokesperson Shah Re Khass Traders and Chamber was appreciating Ehsaas Foundation in setting up a camp at  Bohri Kadal Chowk to aid those affected by the recent tragic fire incident in Jammu. The victims include Pandit families who have been left in dire need of assistance during this difficult time.

In a true display of empathy and compassion, the SKT&C has extended their support to the Pandit families, recognizing the importance of standing together in times of crisis. They urge all traders and members of society to come together in solidarity with these families, emphasizing the importance of unity and support during such challenging moments, he added.

Shah  in a press release said It is crucial for us to remember our shared humanity and to continue to support one another regardless of any perceived differences. The SKT&C reaffirms their commitment to standing beside the Pandit families during their time of mourning, as they navigate through this tragedy.

Together, let us demonstrate that no division can break the bond that unites us all.        (News Vibes of India)

Motion of Thanks for LG’s address passed in JK Assembly on final day of the session

A.R.Rather, Speaker J&K Assembly

NVI Correspondent

Srinagar, Nov 08(NVI): Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly on Friday adopted the Motion of Thanks for the Lieutenant-Governor’s address, delivered to the newly constituted assembly of the Union Territory, on November 4.

The Motion of Thanks was moved by MLA, Baramulla, Javid Hassan Baig and was seconded by MLA, Thanamandi, Muzaffar Iqbal Khan. The motion, on the final day of the session, was adopted through voice vote.

The Motion of Thanks adopted at the end of the discussion reads, “That the Members of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, assembled in this Session, are deeply grateful to the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir for the Address which he has been pleased to deliver to Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly on November 4th, 2024.”

Addressing the House, Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather said that it is success of the House that the Lieutenant Governor mentioned the “restoration of statehood and constitutional guarantees” to Jammu and Kashmir in his address on November 4.

He said that workshops for the guidance of new members would be held to hone their skills to be good legislators who can represent the aspirations of people in a more robust and decent manner.

Cabinet Minister, Satish Sharma said that our government should be judged by how we work for the people. “We have committed to people of Jammu and Kashmir certain promises in our manifesto and our government is working to fulfil those at an earliest”, he said.

He further said that all members in the House should work as a family for the betterment of society and leave no room for hatred.

MLA, Baramulla, Javid Hassan Baig, who moved the motion, said that they have got a mandate from people and it is our legal responsibility to give good governance to the people of Jammu and Kashmir.

MLA, Thanamandi, Muzaffar Iqbal Khan, who seconded the Motion, extended his thanks to the Lieutenant Governor for his inclusive address to the assembly. He said that the LG’s address touched all aspects related to the empowerment of people of Jammu and Kashmir including Health, Education, and other developmental aspects. He said that LG’s mention of “restoration of full statehood and constitutional guarantees” in his address assumes huge significance.

MLA, Bandipora, Nizam Uddin Bhat said that we are committed to raise the voice of people in the temple of democracy. He said that people have expressed their will and we hope for a judicious disposal of what has been said. He also raised various developmental issues like employment, construction of highways, health infrastructure and other issues of public importance.

MLA, Tral, Rafiq Ahmad Naik said that development has taken at many fronts and he is not the one who will deny the truth. However, he said that much more needs to be done for the benefit of the people.

MLA, Doda, Mehraj Malik while speaking on the motion said that he expects the statehood is restored “as soon as possible” as the LG has rightly mentioned in his address. He talked about fulfilling the developmental needs of people and urged members of the House to meet the expectations of the people.

MLA, Langate, Khurshid Ahmad Sheikh welcomed the LG’s mention of enhancement of infrastructure in schools and other public institutions in his address.

MLA, Kulgam, Mohammad Yousuf Tarigami also spoke on the occasion and highlighted the employment issues and urged the government to fulfil vacancies in the government departments at an earliest.

MLA, Handwara, Sajad Gani Lone while speaking on the Motion of Thanks to LG’s address said, “Let this Assembly not be remembered as one that betrayed the people’s will.”

The other members of the House spoke on the Motion of Thanks for the LG’s address and highlighted the broader political, economic and social issues. They also raised the issues related to their respective constituencies and said that government needs to address the issues of the locals on priority basis.

Members of the Legislative Assembly also raised the issue of regularization of daily wagers in different departments and said the regularization should be one of the top priority of the present government. They highlighted the issue of raised electricity tariffs and said that locals should have been the first beneficiaries of the natural resources here as Jammu and Kashmir is the leading generator of hydro electricity.

The legislators demanded the transfer of power projects and said that government should actively pursue the matter with the Centre. They said that locals should be given preference in jobs in various NHPC projects operating in Jammu and Kashmir. The members also raised the issues of Rehbar-i-Ziraat, Rehbar-i-Khel, Rehbar-i-Janglat, NYC’s besides emphasizing over the restoration of Old Pension Scheme for government employees.

JK legislators also condemned the recent violence in unequivocal terms and said there is a need to work collectively for a peaceful and prosperous Jammu and Kashmir.

The Assembly had met for a five-day session on Monday and the House was adjourned sine die by speaker Abdul Rahim Rather. (News Vibes of India)

New Health Policy in offing to address healthcare needs of J&K rural areas : CM Omar

Strong Action should be taken in Ramban incident: J&K CM
Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah (File Pic)

NVI Correspondent

Srinagar, Nov 08 (NVI): Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today distributed appointment orders to newly selected Medical Officers at a formal ceremony held at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC).

Out of the 325 Medical Officers selected, 26 received their appointment orders directly from the Chief Minister in recognition of their new roles in the healthcare system.

The event was attended by Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary, Minister for Health and Medical Education Sakeena Masood, Member of Parliament from Srinagar Agha Ruhullah Mehdi, Advisor to Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, senior administrative officials, doctors and paramedics, underscoring the importance of this new chapter for the region’s healthcare sector.

During his address, the Chief Minister announced to frame a new Health Policy for Jammu and Kashmir specifically aimed at addressing the healthcare needs of rural areas. He emphasized that this policy would focus on filling existing gaps, ensuring that remote communities have better access to essential health services and resources. By prioritizing rural healthcare, he said, the government aims to bring equitable health services to every corner of the region, allowing residents in these areas to receive timely, quality care without the need to travel long distances.

The Chief Minister also expressed optimism regarding the ongoing AIIMS Kashmir project, hoping for its swift completion. He stressed the need to expedite work on this vital project, envisioning it as a milestone that would elevate the healthcare sector in Kashmir to new heights.

In his address, he extended his best wishes to the newly appointed Medical Officers, encouraging them to approach their duties with dedication and a focus on public service. He emphasized the crucial role doctors play in ensuring the well-being of the community and expressed hope that they would be loyal to their responsibilities and committed to improving the healthcare system. Addressing the challenges within the health sector, the Chief Minister acknowledged that residents frequently raise concerns regarding the shortage of doctors, as well as professors and teachers in medical institutions.

He stressed the need for an accessible and well-staffed healthcare system, particularly for rural and town areas, where minor surgeries and routine issues are often referred to major hospitals in Srinagar, such as SKIMS and LD Hospital, due to a lack of local medical resources.   (News Vibes of India)

Omar says special status resolution has given ‘voice’ to people of J&K

CM Omar Abdullah in J&K Assembly (file Pic)

NVI Correspondent

Srinagar, Nov 8 (NVI) Making a strong defence of the special status resolution passed by the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said it has given a glimmer of hope to people of Kashmir and provided them “voice” to speak freely.

Replying to the Motion of Thanks to the Lt Governor’s address to the House, he responsded to the criticism that the resolution merely talked about restoration of special status of J&K but did not clearly mention restoration of Article 370.

He said the resolution was consciously worded in such manner so that the current Central government cannot reject it outrightly.

“We chose our words carefully to keep dialogue open with any future government,” Abdullah said.

“We want Jammu and Kashmir to get its special status back, and that resolution should not be rejected by the Centre immediately,” he said and asked, “What more proof of wisdom do you need?”

He said this resolution has given “a glimmer of hope” to people of Kashmir.

“This (Modi) Government won’t remain there forever. Tomorrow, there may be a change. The system will change at some point. So, why should we lock ourselves in a circle and say that this is all we ask from you. We will not ask for more than this,” the Chief Minister said.

He said he doesn’t have high expectations from the current central government.

“It is possible that tomorrow someone else will be sitting here and the central government will have changed. For them, it will be easier to jog a road map, to advance a dialogue process. It would have been easier if we had locked ourselves in a circle,” he said.

In an apparent response to PDP and Peoples Conference, which have dubbed the resolution ‘weak’, Abdullah said if it were so, the Prime Minister wouldn’t mention it in his speeches.

He said if his party NC had brought a resolution which would have been rejected quickly by the Centre, “the same people who made commotion would have said, look, this House has no meaning.”

“If this would have been a compromise, if it would have been weak, if nothing would have happened in it then this resolution would not have been mentioned anywhere. They would have remained silent. This is the proof that  the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly has passed a historic resolution,” he said.

“There is something in this resolution that even today in speeches, Honorable Home Minister of India, Honorable Prime Minister of India, and other senior ministers of the Government of India, are talking about this resolution and targeting us,” Abdullah said.

He said “people (of Kashmir) have regained their voice and can now speak freely. We felt stifled and unable to express ourselves, but this resolution has encouraged people to talk and debate openly.”

Abdullah’s speech and the final day of the 5-day session was boycotted by BJP legislators in protest against the resolution which calls for dialogue over special status.

Earlier in the day, the Assembly witnessed ruckus.

As the House met for the day, Peoples Democratic Party legislator Fayaz Mir attempted to display a banner in support of Article 370.

He was supported by People’s Conference MLA Sajad Lone and AIP’s Sheikh Khursheed.

In the ensuing pandemonium, Khursheed was marshaled out of the House.

BJP lawmakers continued their protest against the special status resolution.

As some BJP members attempted to storm the well, they were marshaled out of the House. The remaining BJP legislators staged a walkout.

The House functioned smoothly after that and was adjourned sine die in the evening.

Two Persons stabbed during clash between two groups at Bemina in Srinagar

Representational Image

NVI Correspondent

Srinagar, Nov 08(NVI) : At least two persons were injured during a clash between two groups in Hamdanai Colony Bemina area of Central Kashmir Srinagar district on Friday.

An official told NVI that today later hours evening clash has taken two groups at Sector 11 Hamdanai colony bemina in which two people were stabled who received injuries and were brought to JVC hospital Bemina for treatment.

He said that both injured are residents of Hamdania colony Bemina and one has injury on hand while other one has injury on shoulder.

Meanwhile police have taken cognizance and started an investigation.—(News Vibes of India)

SPO Dies of Cardiac Arrest in Pulwama

Representational picture

NVI Correspondent

Pulwama, Nov 08 (NVI): A SPO, died on Friday after suffering a cardiac arrest in Pulwama South Kashmir officials said here.

Officials said told NVI that the SPO, who was currently posted at DPL Pulwama, lost consciousness and collapsed today.

He was taken to a medical center where he was pronounced dead upon arrival.

He was later identified as Shabir Ahmad Bhat, while more details are awaited.—(News Vibes of India)

Nine students suspended for one month from GMC Rajouri for environment disruptive actions

Sayed Zahid

Srinagar, Nov’08(NVI) : At least nine students have been suspended for one month from their classwork for their actions that have created a disruptive environment.

“The nine students of MBBS 2nd Prof have engaged in behaviour deemed unacceptable within the college premises. Their actions have created an environment disruptive to the academic activities of the college and the class.” Reads the order of GMC Rajouri.

“As a result, they are suspended from attending classes for one month and are directed to vacate the hostel premises within 24 hours.” It reads.

“Attendance shortages must be completed through regular classes, and no exemptions will be granted under any circumstances.” It reads further.

These students have been identified as Khalid Hussain Barah (Roll No. 43), Fayiz Mohammad Wani (Roll No. 31), Aamir Ishaq (Roll No. 6), Arshan Rasool Khan (Roll No. 14), Muneeb Javaid (Roll No. 62), Divam Sharma (Roll No. 22), Ankit (Roll No. 99), Sachin (Roll No. 112) and Rajat Baloda (Roll No. 111).—(News Vibes of India)

ZEO Anantnag, orders investigation into Headmaster’s unauthorized sending of students to Chennai

NVI Correspondent

Anantnag, Nov 08(NVI): The Zonal Education Officer (ZEO) of Anantnag has raised serious concerns after the Headmaster of MS Achabal, allowed two female students and a Rehbar-e-Khel (ReK) to participate in the Kashmiri Youth Exchange Program in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, without obtaining official departmental approval.

“The ZEO’s concerns were flagged during a routine inspection on November 6, when it was discovered that the Headmaster had issued a deputation order on November 2, 2024, directly through the Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan, “bypassing all standard departmental protocols.”

The students, along with the ReK, were sent to Chennai from November 5 to November 19, 2024, without prior notice or endorsement from the Education Department.

In a formal communication to the Chief Education Officer (CEO) of Anantnag, the ZEO, as per NVI emphasized the gravity of the breach, which violated established norms and put the students at risk by allowing them to travel outside the Union Territory without the necessary departmental clearance.

The letter urges the CEO to take immediate action against the officials involved and to investigate the circumstances surrounding the unauthorized participation of the students.

Pertainly, the ZEO has also recommended that the matter be referred to the Department of Youth Services & Sports for further investigation and to ensure such breaches do not recur in the future.—(News Vibes of India)

Properties of Four Terror handlers based in Pakistan, attached in Handwara : J&K Police

Property of terror handlers being attached by J&K Police on order passed by Hon'ble Additional Sessions Court Handwara

NVI Correspondent

Srinagar, Nov 08 (NVI) : Police in Handwara after obtaining attachment order passed by Hon’ble Additional Sessions Court Handwara attached properties (9 Kanals,11 Marlas ) land worth crores.

As per police statement, the property belongs to terror handlers based in Pakistan namely Abdul Majeed Malla son of Mohd Ahsan Malla resident of Supernaghama, Ab Rashid Mir son of Gh Mohiuddin Mir resident of Supernaghama, Arshid Ahmad Parry son of Mohd Akbar resident of Mandigam and Sajad Ahmad Bhat son of Abdul Rashid Bhat resident of Palpora kralgund.

The action was taken under sections of 88 CrPc (83 central) in respect of said Terrorist Handlers following their declaration as Proclaimed offenders in case FIR No. 73/2011 U/S 2/3 IMCO  Act, 121 A RPC of Police station Kralgund.

The operation re-affirms the commitment of Police to combat terrorism.                          (News Vibes of India)

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