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J&K LG Sinha pays tribute to Partition victims, calls for peace and national unity

Srinagar, Aug 14 (NVI) Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday paid homage to the victims of the 1947 Partition and urged people, particularly the youth, to learn from the tragedy and work towards peace, harmony and national integration.

Addressing a Partition Horrors Remembrance Day event at Tagore Hall here, Sinha said the suffering caused by Partition continues to remain a painful memory in the collective consciousness of the country.

“Decades after the Partition, their sacrifice reminds us that the wound remains unhealed, lingering as a generational pain in India’s collective soul,” he said.

Sinha said the observance was not merely about recalling history but also about giving voice to millions who suffered during the Partition.

He paid tribute to those who endured displacement, violence and immense hardship, saying their resilience and sacrifices continue to inspire generations.

The lieutenant governor called upon the people of Jammu and Kashmir to treat the day as an occasion for introspection and reaffirmation of their commitment to peace and national unity.

Addressing the youth, he said they must ensure that the mistakes of the past are not repeated.

“Where walls were once raised, you must build bridges of trust and construct a Viksit Bharat that is inclusive,” Sinha said.

He said the strength of India lies in its diversity of languages, cultures, traditions and beliefs, and called for strengthening the bonds of unity.

Sinha also recalled the suffering of families displaced from Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir and Chhamb during Partition and paid tribute to those who, he said, faced discrimination in Jammu and Kashmir for decades due to Article 370.

He credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi with ending their suffering and granting them equal rights.

The lieutenant governor also remembered the victims of the tribal invasion of Jammu and Kashmir following Partition, saying Indian forces and local people had fought bravely against the attackers.

“Today, I humbly pay tribute to the patience, hard work, and unbroken patriotism of all those families,” he said.

Sinha urged people to acquaint future generations with the pain of Partition while ensuring that such a tragedy is never repeated.

“Building a self-reliant Jammu Kashmir is a shared duty and national unity remains the bedrock of our strength, security and collective progress,” he said.

The lieutenant governor also visited a photo exhibition organised on the occasion. A two-minute silence was observed in memory of those who lost their lives during Partition.

A theatrical performance highlighting the trauma, hardship and displacement experienced by millions during the Partition was also staged.

J&K Waqf Board Chairperson Dr Syed Darakhshan Andrabi, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, Additional Chief Secretary Jal Shakti Shaleen Kabra, Principal Secretary Culture Brij Mohan Sharma, BJP J&K General Secretary (Organisation) Ashok Koul, senior officials, prominent citizens and a large number of youth attended the event.(NVI)

LG Sinha Congratulates J&K Police Personnel Honoured with Independence Day Medals

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Srinagar, Aug 14 (NVI): Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday congratulated the officers and personnel of the Jammu and Kashmir Police who have been awarded the Medal for Gallantry, President’s Medal for Distinguished Service and Medal for Meritorious Service on the occasion of Independence Day 2026.

In a post on X, Sinha lauded the awardees for their courage, dedication and commitment to duty, saying their service reflected the highest traditions of public service.

“Heartiest congratulations to all the officers and personnel of @JmuKmrPolice who have been awarded the prestigious Medal for Gallantry, President’s Medal for Distinguished Service and Medal for Meritorious Service on the occasion of Independence Day 2026,” he said.

The Lieutenant Governor said the courage and devotion to duty displayed by the personnel were a matter of pride for the nation.

“Their courage and unwavering devotion to duty reflect the highest traditions of public service. The nation is proud of their exemplary commitment and sacrifice,” he said.

Sinha also congratulated personnel of the Home Guards and Civil Defence who have been honoured with the Medal for Meritorious Service.

The Independence Day honours recognise exceptional gallantry, distinguished service and meritorious contributions by police, security and civil defence personnel across the country.(NVI)

Security Tightened Along Jammu-Srinagar Highway Ahead Of Independence Day

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Srinagar, August 14 (NVI): Security has been stepped up along the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway and other sensitive areas of Jammu and Kashmir ahead of Independence Day, with security forces intensifying patrolling, checking and surveillance.

Officials said personnel from the BSF, CRPF, Jammu and Kashmir Police and other security agencies have been deployed at vulnerable locations along the highway. Vehicle checks have been intensified, while suspicious vehicles and individuals are being thoroughly verified.

Additional security personnel have been positioned at key entry and exit points and other strategic locations as part of the security arrangements for August 15.

Security agencies are maintaining close coordination and monitoring developments, particularly in areas of south Kashmir considered sensitive from a security perspective.

The enhanced security measures are aimed at ensuring that Independence Day celebrations are held peacefully and without any disruption across Jammu and Kashmir.(NVI)

J&K: NCB, Police, BSF Conduct High-Risk Narcotics Operation in Samba

Shivam Bakshi

Samba, Aug 14 (NVI): The Narcotics Control Bureau, Jammu and Kashmir Police and the BSF have seized 603 grams of suspected heroin and apprehended a person during a joint operation in Samba district, officials said on Friday.

The operation was conducted on Thursday in Bari Brahmana area based on specific intelligence inputs, the NCB said in a statement.

The agencies also seized a motorcycle allegedly used in the illegal activity and apprehended a resident of Vijaypur in Samba district, it said.

The operation was conducted under “high-risk and hostile circumstances” and the coordinated presence of the three agencies helped bring the situation under control despite resistance, according to the NCB.

The seizure came a day after the NCB recovered 438 grams of suspected heroin in Jammu, highlighting intensified anti-narcotics operations in the region, it said.

Further investigation is underway to establish the forward and backward linkages of the case, the agency added.(NVI)

Argument Turns Fatal as VDC Member Allegedly Opens Fire in J&K’s Udhampur

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Shivam Bakshi

Udhampur, Aug 14 (NVI): One person was killed and another seriously injured after a Village Defence Committee (VDC) member allegedly opened fire at them in the Moungri area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Udhampur district on Friday, police said.

According to officials, the incident took place in the morning when the two persons were travelling towards Damnot Police Post. An argument allegedly broke out during the journey, following which the accused opened fire at the duo.

One of the victims, Baldev Singh, son of Karta Singh, died on the spot, while Romesh Singh, son of Nak Ram, suffered serious injuries and was shifted to a hospital for treatment, officials said.

A senior police officer said all those involved in the incident are members of the VDC.

Police have taken cognisance of the incident and an investigation is underway, the officer said.(NVI)

Uttarakhand Tunnel Accident: Six Workers Killed, Two Missing

Uttarakhand, Aug 14 (NVI): Six workers were killed while 14 others were rescued after water, mud and debris suddenly flooded an under-construction tunnel at the THDC project in Pipalkoti area of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, officials said.

The incident occurred on the evening of August 13, reportedly after heavy rainfall triggered a landslide above the tunnel alignment, resulting in the sudden ingress of water and debris into the tunnel.

According to officials, 22 workers were trapped or affected in the incident. While six workers have been confirmed dead, 14 others were rescued and shifted for medical treatment. Two workers are still reported missing.

A multi-agency rescue operation involving the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), Army and local police is underway.

Heavy-duty pumps are being deployed to drain accumulated water and remove muck and debris from inside the tunnel as rescuers continue efforts to trace the missing workers.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has directed the authorities to carry out the rescue operation on a war footing and ensure all possible assistance to those affected.—(NVI)

PM Modi Pays Tribute to Partition Victims, Calls for Unity

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New Delhi, Aug 14 (NVI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid tribute to those affected by the Partition of India in 1947, saying the occasion should strengthen the resolve for harmony, brotherhood and national unity.

In a post on X on the eve of Independence Day, Modi recalled the suffering caused by Partition, saying families were uprooted, loved ones separated and countless people faced immense hardships.

“Today we mark #PartitionHorrorsRemembranceDay. We recall the courage of all those who were impacted by Partition,” the Prime Minister said.

He said those affected by Partition demonstrated immense courage and resilience by overcoming adversity, rebuilding their lives and contributing to the progress of the country.

The Centre has been observing August 14 as ‘Partition Horrors Remembrance Day’ since 2021 to remember those who lost their lives and suffered during the violence and mass displacement that accompanied Partition.

Modi called for renewed efforts to strengthen goodwill, harmony and brotherhood, saying the occasion should deepen the collective resolve to build a ‘Viksit Bharat’.

“Let us further strengthen the national spirit of goodwill and unity,” he said. (NVI)

J&K Police Personnel Honoured: 38 Gallantry, 13 Meritorious Service Medals

Srinagar, Aug 14 (NVI): As many as 51 personnel of the Jammu and Kashmir Police have been selected for gallantry and meritorious service medals on the occasion of Independence Day 2026, according to the official honours list.

The list comprises 38 personnel selected for the Medal for Gallantry (GM) and 13 for the Medal for Meritorious Service (MSM). Besides, a J&K Home Guard and Civil Defence personnel has also been selected for the MSM.

Among those selected for the Medal for Gallantry are senior police officers, including Deputy Inspector General Shiv Kumar, IPS, SSP Shobhit D Saksena, IPS, SP Nasir Ahmad, SP Mushtaq Ahmad, DIG Pande Rajiv Omprakash, IPS, and SP Divya D, IPS.

Deputy Superintendent of Police Sarfaraz Bashir has been awarded the second bar to the Medal for Gallantry, while Head Constable Rayeesh Ahmad Reshi and Selection Grade Constable Ishtiaq Ahmed Khan have been awarded the first bar to the gallantry medal.

Other recipients of the Medal for Gallantry include Waseem Mohi-Ud-Din Lone, Manzoor Ahmad, Mudasir Ahmad, Ashak Hussain P, Kishore Kumar, Javid Iqbal Jan, Mohinder Singh, Sheeraz Ahmad, Surinder Paul, Ishtiyaq Ahmad Reshi, Tanveer Hussain Lone, Mudasir Ahmad Shah, Kalu Din, Adit Kumar Nad, Mohd Usman, Shabir Ahmad Malik, Manzoor Ahmad Ganie, Khurshid Ahmed Wani, Mushtaq Ahmad Shah, Ab Rashid Mir, Mohamad Shafi Banday, Abdul Rashid, Zahoor Ahmad, Dheeraj Kumar, Shakir Hassan, Vikram Nag, Mushtaq Ahmad Khan and Tariq Ahmad.

The 13 personnel selected for the Medal for Meritorious Service include SP Sandeep Kumar, SP Amit Gupta, DSP Rajesh Sharma, DSP Muzaffar Ahmad Shah, DSP Kuljeet Singh, DSP Sharat Chander Singh, Inspector Shamim Ahmed, Inspector Vikram Singh, ASI Bodh Raj, Inspector Mumin Ahmad Rather, ASI Mushtaq Ahmed, Sub-Inspector Manzoor Ahmad Gada and Constable Ashraf Gull.

The honours recognise personnel for acts of gallantry and distinguished and meritorious service in police and other uniformed services on the occasion of Independence Day.

A J&K Home Guard and Civil Defence personnel has also been selected for the Medal for Meritorious Service.(NVI)

Two armed attacks on policemen in Lahore on eve of Pakistan’s Independence Day

Two policemen killed in attacks in Lahore tonight

New Delhi, Aug 13 (NVI) On the eve of Pakistan’s Independence Day, gunmen carried out two attacks at police personnel in its Lahore city tonight, killing at least 2 cops and injuring 5 others.

The gunmen struck at two places almost simultaneously.

In one incident, two gunmen attacked three policeman at a petrol pump in Badami Bagh area of Lahore.

CCTV footage from the petrol pump showed the two armed men approaching the policemen and shooting them from close range, before fleeing.

Two police personnel — a Sub-Inspector and a Constable — were killed in the attack, while one was injured.

Soon after, another attack on policemen was carried out in Nawa Kot area of Lahore. In this incident, 4 police personnel were injured.

Jamaat-ul Ahrar (JuA) outfit later claimed responsibility for the attacks.

The timing of these attacks and in a key part of Pakistan are significant, particularly when the country is getting to ready to celebrate its Independence Day tomorrow. (NVI)

Five Members of Family Fall Ill After Suspected Contaminated Water Consumption In J&K’s Rajouri

Shivam Bakshi

Rajouri, August 13 (NVI): Five members of a family fell ill after allegedly consuming water from a local spring in the Moghla area of Kalakote in Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district, officials said on Thursday.

Four members of the family, residents of the Leth Moghla Jugdian area, developed vomiting and diarrhoea during the intervening night of Wednesday and Thursday after dinner. They had also consumed water from a local baoli.

The four were taken to the Primary Health Centre (PHC) in Moghla, where they received initial treatment before being referred to Government Medical College (GMC), Rajouri, for further treatment.

Later, another family member was brought to the PHC with complaints of pain and burning sensation in the throat and mouth, as well as a burning sensation while urinating. He was also referred to GMC Rajouri.

The condition of all five patients was stable and they were out of danger, officials said.

Health authorities have collected water samples from the concerned baoli for testing to determine whether the water was contaminated.

The exact cause of the illness will be established after the test reports are received, officials said.

As a precautionary measure, residents have been advised not to use water from the source for drinking or cooking until the test results are available.

Authorities have urged residents to consume safe and clean water and seek immediate medical attention if they experience symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain or weakness.(NVI)

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