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Tata Projects & Canada’s MDS Aero Support Corp tie up to develop infra in India

Tata Projects

Mumbai, Sept 28: Tata Projects, a technology-driven Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) company, and Canada-based MDS Aero Support Corporation (MDS), a specialist in gas turbine engine testing solutions, have formalised a strategic partnership to jointly develop and deliver advanced aero-engine testing infrastructure in India.

Under the partnership, Tata Projects will lead key infrastructure elements including civil and structural works, MEP, high-air-pressure systems, HVAC, high-temperature exhaust systems, cooling-water systems and associated site infrastructure.

MDS will bring its specialised expertise in the design, engineering, supply, integration, commissioning and lifecycle support of advanced gas turbine engine test facilities and systems.

MDS is currently serving as the lead technology provider and systems integrator for an advanced twin-cell aero-engine development test facility supporting next-generation military propulsion systems.

Rajiv Menon, President and Chief Growth & Strategy Officer, Tata Projects, said: “Our partnership with MDS brings together two highly complementary capabilities—Tata Projects’ experience in delivering some of India’s most demanding engine-testing and strategic technology facilities, and MDS’s global expertise in gas turbine engine testing.”

Joe Hajjar, Chief Revenue Officer, MDS Aero Support Corporation, said: “Together, we bring a strong combination of local execution capability and global engine-testing expertise to support India’s growing aerospace sector, while also helping to strengthen aerospace and technology ties between Canada and India. We look forward to building a long-term partnership with Tata Projects.” (NVI)

Coast Guard Averts Major Maritime Incident Off Odisha Coast

Bhubaneswar, Sept 28 (NVI): The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) on Yesterday averted a major maritime incident after a Belize-flagged chemical tanker carrying around 9,000 metric tonnes of palm oil developed a main engine failure and flooding off the Odisha coast, officials said.

The distress call from MT Seagull 9, carrying 23 crew members, was received around 7:30 am on September 27 when the vessel was about 37 nautical miles east-southeast of Paradip, following rapid flooding of a ballast tank that caused the tanker to develop a dangerous tilt.

The Coast Guard immediately deployed ICGS Vishwast to the location. A specialised damage-control team boarded the unstable vessel and undertook emergency measures to prevent further flooding and the risk of capsizing, officials said.

The team deployed submersible de-flooding pumps, arrested the leakage, blanked two damaged seawater pipelines and contained a third fractured line, stabilising the vessel.

The Coast Guard also diverted a Pollution Control Vessel and an Offshore Patrol Vessel to augment the response. An ICG Dornier aircraft was launched from Bhubaneswar for aerial surveillance and monitoring of the situation.

A minor palm-oil sheen observed near the tanker on September 27 was found to have fully dissipated during follow-up aerial surveillance on September 28, officials said.

Pollution-response measures remain in place as a precaution to protect the marine environment, they said.

Following the stabilisation of the tanker, Paradip Port Authority tug Dolphin took MT Seagull 9 under tow towards the anchorage area off Paradip.

ICGS Vishwast and other specialised Coast Guard assets remain deployed in the area to maintain surveillance and provide operational support, officials said.—(NVI)

Seven injured in Tempo Traveller accident in J&K’s Rajouri

Shivam Bakshi

Rajouri, Sep 28 (NVI): Seven people, including a two-year-old child, were injured after a Tempo Traveller met with an accident in the Manoor Gala area of Kandi in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district on Monday, officials said.

The accident occurred when the vehicle reportedly went out of control and crashed near Manoor Gala, they said.

Locals rescued the injured from the vehicle and shifted them to Government Medical College (GMC), Rajouri, for treatment.

The injured were identified as Mohammad Akhlaq (18), Mohammad Shabir (30), Abdul Ghafoor (65), Yasmeen Kousar (25), Birta Devi (28), Diljit Singh (2) and Mohammad Hanif (57), officials said.

Police reached the spot and initiated necessary proceedings. The exact cause of the accident is being ascertained.

All the injured are undergoing treatment at GMC Rajouri, officials said.—(NVI)

Five killed, eight injured as vehicle plunges into gorge in J&K’s Karnah

Srinagar, Sep 28 (NVI): Five people, including a nine-month-old infant, were killed and eight others injured when a passenger vehicle met with an accident in the Semari area of Karnah in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kupwara district on Monday, officials said.

The accident took place at Semari in the Teetwal area when a Scorpio vehicle was involved in the mishap, they said.

The injured were shifted to Sub-District Hospital (SDH), Tangdhar, for treatment. Six of them were referred to Srinagar for specialised treatment, while two others are undergoing treatment at the hospital, officials said.

The deceased have been identified as Mohd Idrees (32), his nine-month-old daughter Hamza, his wife Sayeed Begum (30), Shabir Ahmad (70) and Raja Irshad (27), they said.

The injured have been identified as Sajid Ahmad, Naveed Ahmad, Mushtaq Ahmad, Farhan Khursheed, Javid Ahmad, Ashia Begum, Ajaz Manzoor and Shariq.

Meanwhile, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha expressed grief over the loss of lives in the accident and said he had directed the District Administration to ensure the best possible treatment for the injured. “Deeply pained by the loss of lives in an unfortunate road accident in Kupwara. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. Praying for the early recovery of the injured,” the LG wrote on X.—(NVI)

 

Four MLAs Marshalled Out as Ruckus Erupts in J&K Assembly

Srinagar, Sep 28 (NVI): The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly witnessed noisy scenes on Monday as members debated a resolution seeking restoration of statehood to the Union Territory.

BJP legislators continued their protest during the proceedings, leading to heated exchanges between members of the ruling and opposition benches.

Amid the disruption, two BJP MLAs and two Congress legislators were marshalled out of the House as the situation intensified during the debate.

The protests and verbal exchanges took place while members were participating in the discussion on the statehood resolution.

Despite the disruptions, the Assembly continued its proceedings on the resolution.—(NVI)

J&K Weather: Rain, Thunderstorm Today; Dry Conditions Till Oct 3

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Srinagar, Sep 28 (NVI): Jammu and Kashmir is witnessing generally cloudy weather with light rain at many places, while a spell of rain, thunder and gusty winds is expected across several districts on Monday, the Meteorological Centre said.

Light snowfall is also likely over higher reaches during the wet spell, according to the latest weather forecast.

The weather is expected to remain generally dry from September 29 to October 3, the forecast said.

The MeT has advised farmers to continue harvesting apple, paddy and other crops from Tuesday and carry out agricultural activities during the dry period.—(NVI)

BJP Legislators Protest Inside J&K Assembly, Proceedings Disrupted

Srinagar, Sep 28 (NVI): The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly witnessed noisy scenes on Monday after BJP legislators staged a protest inside the House and raised slogans against the government.

The BJP members raised “CM Kursi Chhodo” slogans during the proceedings, leading to heated exchanges between the ruling and opposition benches.

The protesting legislators objected to issues being taken up in the House and alleged that concerns raised by the Opposition were not being adequately addressed.

The slogan-shouting led to a commotion inside the Assembly, with members from both sides engaging in verbal exchanges.

Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather intervened and urged the protesting members to maintain decorum and allow the proceedings to continue.

The protest briefly disrupted the normal functioning of the House before efforts were made to restore order and resume the proceedings.—(NVI)

J&K Assembly: CM Omar to introduce five bills, including GST, ministers’ salaries

J&K CM Omar Abdullah speaking in Assembly on Statehood Resolution

Srinagar, Sep 28 (NVI) Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah is scheduled to introduce five government bills in the Legislative Assembly on Monday, including amendments related to GST, salaries and allowances of ministers and legislators, and members’ pension.

According to the supplementary list of business issued by the J&K Legislative Assembly Secretariat, the bills also include legislation aimed at decriminalising and rationalising certain offences to promote ease of living and doing business.

The Jammu and Kashmir Goods and Services Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2026, listed as L.A. Bill No. 12 of 2026, seeks to amend the J&K GST Act, 2017. Abdullah will introduce the bill in his capacity as the minister in charge of finance.

The chief minister, as minister in charge of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, will also introduce a bill to amend the Jammu and Kashmir Ministers’ and Ministers of State Salaries Act, 1956. The legislation is listed as L.A. Bill No. 13 of 2026.

Another bill, L.A. Bill No. 14 of 2026, seeks amendments to the Salaries and Allowances of Members of the Jammu and Kashmir State Legislature Act, 1960.

The fourth legislation, listed as L.A. Bill No. 15 of 2026, proposes amendments to the Jammu and Kashmir State Legislature Members’ Pension Act, 1984.

The fifth bill, L.A. Bill No. 16 of 2026, relates to decriminalisation and rationalisation of offences under certain enactments for ease of living and doing business. It also proposes repeal of certain enactments and matters incidental to the proposed changes.

The bills have been published in extraordinary issues of the Official Gazette, according to the supplementary business list issued by the Assembly Secretariat.

The list, dated September 28, was issued by the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Secretariat and signed by its Secretary Manoj Kumar Pandit.

The introduction of the five bills forms part of the legislative business scheduled for the ongoing Assembly session.—(NVI)

Four killed as Sumo plunges into gorge in J&K’s Karnah

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Srinagar, Sep 28 (NVI): Four people, including a nine-month-old girl, were killed after a Sumo vehicle skidded off the road and plunged into a gorge in the Semari area of Karnah in north Kashmir’s Kupwara district on Monday, officials said.

The accident took place at Semari, following which a rescue operation was launched, they said.

Among those killed were 32-year-old Mohd Idrees, son of Kaser Din, and his nine-month-old daughter Hamza, officials said.

Police have taken cognisance of the incident and further details are awaited, they said.—(NVI)

Afghanistan says 28 Pakistani mercenaries & ISIS terrorists killed while infiltrating

Afghan Government spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid (file pic)

Kabul, Sept 27: Afghanistan’s Taliban government today said its forces killed 28 intruders from Pakistan and captured over 30 others when an attempt by a large group of Pakistan-trained mercenaries and terrorists was intercepted in a border area of Nuristan province.

In a statement posted to X, the Ministry of Defence of Afghanistan said the country’s military had engaged in clashes with the enemy forces since last night.end of list

The defence ministry said most of the intruders were former Afghan government security personnel recruited by Pakistan’s intelligence services with promises of asylum and well-paid employment in foreign countries.

The defence ministry claimed the intruders included ISIS terrorists and Pakistani militias.

Videos surfaced on social media showing several men in the custody of Afghan forces and stating that they had been trained and sent to Afghanistan by Pakistani intelligence agencies to cause destruction in the country.

The development comes amidst escalating tensions between the two neighbours after Pakistan conducted air strikes in Afghanistan twice a few days back, once targeting the spiritual base of the Taliban regime in Kandahar Province.

The Pakistani air strikes on Thursday killed at least four people, a spokesman for the Afghan Taliban government said and pledged to deliver an “appropriate response”. (NVI)

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