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| All party meeting becomes 'cardinal point' | | Ball in centre's court for 'all bold steps' | | | EARLY TIMES REPORT
Jammu, Sept 14: Kashmir situation is turning out to be perplexing, with both state government and centre finding themselves badly caught in a whirlpool of troubled waters. Even as hectic political activities are going on in J&K as well as in Centre, all eyes are now set on the outcome of the very crucial All Party meeting scheduled tomorrow at New Delhi.In the backdrop of resistance of Army and absolute opposition to dilution of BJP, Center's job has become all the more difficult, yet the outcome of the meeting remains critical mark in the swift development of events.
Even in the face of pessimism exhibited by political circles as also the common masses in Kashmir, the All Party meeting , at this point of time when the situation has by all means reached a flash point, rather highly critical, it is now the All Party Meeting which appears to be the cardinal point for both Centre as well as the state government. The latter of course cannot afford to wait for more time as it is now running out, more importantly for the beleaguered and distraught Chief Minister ... | |
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| Houses of NC leader, ex-MLC attacked | | Geelani relaxes shutdown for one working day in next 12 days | | | Ahmed Ali Fayyaz
EARLY TIMES REPORT
SRINAGAR, Sept 14: Separatist stone pelters today targeted some camps of security forces and houses of two mainstream politicians in Kashmir valley. However, in contrast to yesterday's bloodshed, there was no fatal casualty today as not more than three persons sustained minor injuries in a couple of clashes. Hurriyat hardliner Syed Ali Shah Geelani has, meanwhile, issued yet another shutdown calendar and exempted just one working day from agitation in the next 12 days.
After yesterday's mayhem, that left one Policeman and as many as 17 civilian demonstrators and arsonists dead, Kashmir valley today remained calm in the sense that just three persons sus... | |
| | | | "Fake" encounter claims Capt Sumit’s life, alleges victims’ families | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Sept 14: Captain Sumit Kohli may have been killed as he knew about the alleged fake encounter of four Jammu porters in the border Kupwara area of Kashmir in 2004 and was about to blow the lid off the whole episode.
Porters -- Bhushan Lal, Ram Lal, Satpal and Ashok Kumar -- were allegedly killed by army in a fake encounter in Lolab area of Kupwara on April 20, 2004.
Capt Kohli of 16 Rashtriya Rifles (RR) was the duty officer at the time of the encounter.
The four porters were picked up by an army officer from the Gandhinagar labour market here on April 12, 2004, and taken to Lolab where they were allegedly killed in a fake encounter on April 20.
After the kil... | |
| | | | World Bank puts on hold Rs 2250 cr projects for J&K | | Union finance ministry unmoved | | | Syed Junaid Hashmi
EARLY TIMES REPORT
JAMMU, Sept 14: World Bank aided developmental programmes for Jammu and Kashmir amounting to Rs. 2250 crore remain frozen for want of Pakistan's no objection certificate for their execution and India's inability to certify that the projects are not detrimental to Pakistan's interest.
Even an SOS letter from Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to UPA government in New Delhi in May 2009 for centre's immediate intervention has not received any response. According to operational policy 7.60 of World Bank, 'Projects in disputed areas' are to be cleared and financed only under set of agreed terms and conditions to which both India and Pakistan as executive member... | |
| | | | Demand for removing Omar Abdullah gaining momentum | | STARK REALITY-II | | | RUSTAM
EARLY TIMES REPORT
JAMMU, Sept 14: The loud clamour in Jammu for the dismissal of the non-performing, callous and essentially militant-friendly Omar Abdullah-led government and bitter opposition to the autonomy demand and demand for the withdrawal of or amendment in the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA), coupled with a demand for the reorganization of the state, is very significant. It is significant because it amounts to lack of trust in the state government that has miserably failed on all fronts and created an ugly situation for the nation in Kashmir by its reckless actions. The nation is paying a heavy price for the follies committed by the Chief Minister.
What, however... | |
| | | | Kashmir situation alarming: Advani | | | | EARLY TIMES REPORT
NEW DELHI, Sept 14: While BJP leader LK Advani today defined situation in Kashmir as “alarming”, Janata Party president Subramaniam Swamy demanded imposition of President’s rule in the state and handing over of law and order to army.
The two leaders said the state administration had totally collapsed in the state.
Terming the situation in Jammu and Kashmir as “alarming”, Advani said the state administration had “completely collapsed” and the UPA government was about to “capitulate” before Pakistan-supported secessionists.
On the eve of the crucial all-party meeting convened by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh to discuss the situation in violence-hit Kashmir, he opposed a... | |
| | | | NC mulling 'future course' after all-party meet | | Options of Omar's resignation, parting with UPA ruled out in Core Group | | | Ahmed Ali Fayyaz
EARLY TIMES REPORT
SRINAGAR, Sept 14: Hours after Chief Minister Omar Abdullah reacted to media speculations and made it clear that he was not going to resign, National Conference's Core Group---highest policy making panel--- today observed that the party should devise its "future course of action" over its demand of withdrawal of AFSPA only after watching outcome of tomorrow's all-party meeting followed by a possible meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (SSC).
The much awaited Core Group meeting was delayed by over seven hours due to the NC President Dr Farooq Abdullah's late arrival from Africa. It finally began at Dr Abdullah's residence at 1900 hours this ev... | |
| | | | Campaign against AFSPA misplaced, people are booked under PSA | | News ANALYSIS | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Sept 14: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's opposition to the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) is as misplaced as it is ill-motivated and calculated to divert the attention of the suffering people away from the real issues, including his inability to provide a good government to the people and protect the life and public and private property. Since he has failed to deliver and establish his authority in the state in general and the restive Kashmir province in particular, he and his supporters in and outside the government have unleashed a relentless misinformation campaign with a viewing to creating an impression that it is the Army and the AFSPA that are squar... | |
| | | | ‘Papa don't preach; I am in trouble’ | | Omar decides not to quit | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Sept 14: Putting all speculations to rest, the Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today made clear that he would not resign. Omar, it seems, has followed his Papa's counsel yet again who wants him to remain glued to the chair despite all odds. Papa has shifted loyalties very often to stay in power. And, this is what he wants his son to follow.
According to insiders, Omar Abdullah had planned to resign in July when the situation became unmanageable for him. However, his Papa and senior colleagues prevented the `miscarriage'.
Dismayed over the CCS meeting at New Delhi yesterday, Omar held a cabinet meeting at his residence in the evening. Sources said a disappointed Oma... | |
| | | | Anti-US protest at Bathindi | | | | JAMMU: While anti-US protests were today held at Bhatindi here over the desecration of Quran, members of Muslim and Christian communities pledged to maintain communal harmony in a meeting held here.
A protest was held at Bhatindi by Muslims amidst the raising of anti-US, and pro-Islam and pro-Quran slogans.
As mark of protest, Muslims observed a bandh in Bhatindi area. They asked America to tender unconditional apology for its act.
Meanwhile, meetings between Muslims and Christians were held at Christian Colony, Ustad Mohalla and New Plots in which the two sides decided to maintain communal harmony at all costs.
The meetings were also attended by some police officers. Others, who atten... | |
| | | | 3 bootleggers held, lahan destroyed | | | | JAMMU: Police today arrested three bootleggers in Miran Sahib, Bishnah and RS Pura and destroyed illicit liquor seized from them.
Police sources said Kewal Kumar, son of Sardari Lal of Kotli Charakan was held in a raid conducted by Miran Sahib police led by SHO Sunil Jasrotia.
From his possession, 31 bottles of illicit liquor were seized, the sources added.
In another raid, Bishnah police station SHO B R Bhagat held two women bootleggers -- Kashmiro Devi, wife of Mela Ram of Makhanpur, and Ayodhya Devi, wife of Bachan Lal.
From Kashmiro's possession, 1,000 lt lahan was recovered and destroyed on the spot. 101 pouches of illicit liquor were also recovered from her. From the possession of... | |
| | | | Ex-DSP's son assaults youth | | | | JAMMU: A youth was today assaulted by the son of former DSP Jagjit Singh "Jagga" -- a one-time confidant of a NC leader -- at Gole Puli here.
Police sources said Jagga's son Amandeep Singh assaulted Sohan Singh, son of Rashpal Singh of Patta Bohri, at Gole Puli, causing him serious injuries. Sohan was admitted to the GMC Hospital where doctors said his right ear was badly damaged.
A hunt was on to nab Amandeep, who hails from Camp Gole Gujral.... | |
| | | | LC issues calendar | | | | SRINAGAR: The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Council (LC) today issued provisional calendar for the 103rd session of the Legislative Council.
According to the calendar, the sitting of the Council will commence from September 30th, 2010. Government Business will be taken on September 30th, October 1st, 4th, 6th, 8th and 11th.
Private Member Resolutions will be taken on October 5th and Private Member Bills will be discussed on October 9th. October 2nd, 3rd and 10th would be holidays and October 7th an off day.... | |
| | | | PSC postpones interviews | | | | SRINAGAR: According to Deputy Secretary Public Service Commission interviews for various posts of Lecturers 10+2/Higher Education/Chief Mechanical Inspector/Medical Officer Ayurvedic/Professor /Assistant Professor/ Lecturer Medical Lab/ Veterinary Assistant Surgeons/ Public Law Officer/Assistant Legal Remembrance/Assistant Draftsman Translation/Lecturer/B-Grade Specialists in Health and Medical Education Department/Assistant Architect in Housing and Urban Development Department scheduled to be held from September 20, 2010 have been postponed till further notification
Similarly, interviews for the posts of Ranger Officers-I (Wildlife) scheduled to be held on September 15 and 16, 2010 have a... | |
| | | | Air Chief Backs Army on AFSPA, says soldiers deserve protection | | | | early times report
New Delhi, Sept 14: In a clear indication on where the Indian Air Force stands on the issue of withdrawing the Armed Forces Special Powers Act from parts of J&K, Chief of Air Staff PV Naik on Tuesday said that 'a soldier doing his duty deserves all possible legal protection'.
"I believe that a soldier while involved in performing his duty deserves all the legal protection that he can get," Naik said.
Expressing confidence in the government's resolve to sort the issue, he added, "I am sure the government will look into it.'
Clearly, the Air Chief seems to be backing his counterpart from the Army, VK Singh, who had earlier expressed reservations about the withdraw... | |
| | | | Cong, Nc play blame game ahead of crucial all party meet in Delhi | | | | early times report
Jammu, Sept 14: Ahead of the crucial All party meet in New Delhi on the Kashmir issue the coalition partners in Jammu and Kashmir have locked themselves in blame game over their performance as a cohesive unit.
After the CCS meet ended in Delhi on Monday when the Omar Abdullah came to know that union govt was not satisfied with his handling of the situation and tried to distance itself from the ongoing turmoil Omar took it as a direct assault aimed at him.
Unhappy with the observations Omar raised the bar on Tuesday and privately admitted to media persons that he alone cannot be held responsible for the present turmoil in the kashmir valley.
"We are running a coal... | |
| | | | DBN Vidya Mandir celebrates Teachers Day | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, SEP 14: DBN (10+2) Vidya Mandir, Amarvilla today celebrated Teachers Day in the School premises. Ashwani MLA, Bishnah was the Chief Guest. Present among others were Virendrajit Singh (Chairman DBN Managing Committee), Leela Karan Sharma (Advisor DBN), Dr. Ramakant Dubey (Advisor SNS), Yashpal Puri (Advisor DBN Mubarak Mandi), Nandita Singh and other members of Managing Committee and Rajendra Kakkar (Manager Trust), Teaching facilities of DBN Vidya Mandir Amarvilla, DBN Mubarak Mandi, SNS Vidya Mandir and a large number of invitees were present on the occasion. This year’s Dr. Yog Prakash Award was presented to Prof. Satish Chander Anand-a renowned educationist,... | |
| | | | Navratra Festival at Katra from Oct 8 | | Div Com reviews all arrangements to make festival grand success | | | early times report
KATRA, Sept 14: To discuss the arrangements pertaining to ensuing Navratra Festival at Katra, Divisional Commissioner, Jammu Dr. Pawan Kotwal who is also the Chairman of Navratra Festival organizing Committee convened a meeting of senior officers and Members of Navrata Festival Celebration Committee at Central Office of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB), Katra on Tuesday.
Deputy Commissioner, Reasi, P. K Pole, DIG, Reasi-Udhampur range, G S Slathia, Director Tourism, Jammu, R. K. Verma, Senior Superintendent of Police, Anand Jain, Chief Engineer, Dalip Bakshi, Joint Director of Information, Soujanya Sharma, Deputy CEO, SMVDSB, Assistant Director, Song &... | |
| | | | City colleges provide study material on website | | Students smell conspiracy for covering incapability of teachers | | | Pardeep Singh
early times report
Jammu, Sept 14: To cover the failure of teaching staff of the city colleges in attaining the interest of students in studies, city colleges here are planning to provide study material to students by uploading same on their websites. Claiming, this official website as a boon for weak students, they say that this facility will help weak students to learn more efficiently.
Failing to contend student's queries via teachers, city colleges are now going to run study material on website. Students alleged that this all melodrama is to cover incapability of teaching staff.
Group of students from MAM College said that, this is mere a drama to cover the failed pra... | |
| | | | Kashmir burns over religion + politics | | v17 civilians, cop killed in clashes; SP among 300 injured vTangmarg, Budgam, Pampore major flashpoints of turbulence vChristian missionary school, almost all Govt offices destroyed in Tangmarg fire vIranian Press TV banned over controversial coverage o | | | Ahmed Ali Fayyaz
EARLY TIMES REPORT
SRINAGAR, Sept 13: In a fresh wave of violence, building over alleged desecration of holy Quran in United States of America, as many as 17 civilian demonstrators and arsonists today died and over 300 others, including a Superintendent of Police (SP), sustained injuries when protestors clashed with the authorities and Police opened fire at several places across Kashmir valley. With Tangmarg, Budgam and Pampore emerging as the major flashpoints of turbulence, a Christian missionary school and almost all the government offices were destroyed in a major inferno at the tourist resort of Tangmarg that witnessed the maximum violence of the day.
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| | | | Curfew in Poonch after mob, protesting act of disrespect to Quran in US, ransacks forest deptt, burns two Gypsies | | Police fire in air to disperse protesters; 10 held, 14 hurt in lathicharge | | | BHARAT BHUSHAN
EARLY TIMES REPORT
JAMMU, Sept 13: Denouncing the act of disrespect to Islam and the Quran by an American church to remember the victims of 9/11, Muslims held protests across the region today, raising pro-Islam and anti-US slogans and burning the US flags.
While the protests were peaceful in Jammu, the situation turned violent in the border Poonch town which was tonight placed under indefinite curfew after an angry mob ransacked forest department, and set ablaze its official record and two Maruti Gypsies.
Though Obama Sunday said as Americans they were not and would never be at war with Islam because it was not a religion that attacked US on 9/11, but a sorry band of al Q... | |
| | | | Why is PDP president silent? | | Mehbooba forgets to greet people on Eid! | | | early times report
jammu, Sept 13: The Peoples' Democratic Party (PDP) president and leader of opposition, Mehbooba Mufti, it seems, has gone into hibernation for `political reasons'. The otherwise firebrand leader has gone off the political spectrum of Kashmir at a time when situation has worsened. People assign different reasons for her `meaningful' silence.
Her hibernation started with her visit to Ajmer last month where she paid her obeisance at the mausoleum of Khawaja Moin-ud-Din Chisti. The shrine is held in high esteem by the people of the sub-continent irrespective of the faith they profess. Cricket players, cine stars and politicians visit the shrine to seek the blessings of th... | |
| | | | BAJ threatens agitation AFSPA repeal | | | | early times report
jammu, Sept 13: Bar Association Jammu today cautioned the central and state governments against repeal of Armed Forces Special Power Act. The BAJ threatened agitation incase the Act was repealed.
In an emergency meeting of Bar Association Jammu held today with its President Advocate Sunil Sethi in chair, the intended repeal of AFSPA came up for discussion. "Repeal of AFSPA will send wrong signals. It will encourage Hurriyat Conference and anti-social elements", the meeting held.
The General Secretary BAJ Advocate Rajesh Thappa said AFSPA was needed to fight the miscreants. "Repeal of AFSPA would evoke severe reaction in Jammu. It will be a huge concession to t... | |
| | | | Omar accused of bias in treating human tragedies of two regions | | | | EARLY TIMES REPORT
JAMMU, Sept 13: Omar's step to call Navy divers from Delhi to search out the body of a Kashmiri medical student from Mansar lake here has been widely hailed, but at the same time, he has come under severe criticism for his alleged bias while dealing with similar human tragedies in Jammu.
As Syed Zuhaid Rizvi's wallet and some other belongings were found lying on the Mansar lake bank on May 14 last, he was suspected to have drowned in the lake waters. His body, however, could not be fished out by the Navy divers from the state.
Few days back, the chief minister requested the Centre to send expert Navy divers from Delhi who could search out the Rizvi's body.
On his requ... | |
| | | | State Cabinet condemns "act of desecration of holy Quran" | | | | EARLY TIMES REPORT
SRINAGAR, Sept 13: The State cabinet which met here today under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah took stock of various incidents of law and order breakdown in different parts of the State which were prompted by reports about alleged incidents of desecration of holy Quran in the United States of America.
The cabinet unanimously condemned the alleged acts of desecration of holy Quran, as reported by certain sections of the international media. The Cabinet also expressed its complete understanding of the genuinely hurt sentiments of the people on this account. However,thecabinet members made a fervent appeal to the people of the State not to take law in... | |
| | | | Crucial CCS meet on Kashmir inconclusive | | No unanimity yet on AFSPA, all party meet on Sept 15 | | | early times report
New Delhi, Sept 13: The crucial Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) chaired by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh reached no conclusion in particular on the issue of a package for Jammu and Kashmir hit by a fresh bout of violence since Eid last Saturday.
Union Home Secretary issued a statement after the 3-hours long meeting which expressed the Cabinet's distress at the situation in Kashmir, where violence has erupted after a TV channel showed images of alleged burning of the Quran.
The statement called upon the people of J&K to embrace peace and promised action soon after an all party meet was held in Delhi on September 15. The meeting is likely to discuss the issue of di... | |
| | | | Demand for removing Omar Abdullah gaining momentum | | | | RUSTAM
EARLY TIMES REPORT
JAMMU, Sept 13: Jammu and Kashmir National Panthers Party (JKNPP) has been demanding dismissal of Omar Abdullah-led coalition government since long. It has been accusing Omar Abdullah of being "criminally liable for arson and loot in the Valley" and consistently asking the Prime Minister to bring the disturbed Jammu and Kashmir under the Governor's rule. Besides, it is opposing the autonomy demand and advocating the need of reorganizing the state.
Almost all the Jammu-based political groups, barring the Congress, which is sharing power with the National Conference, are also for the immediate dismissal of the Omar Abdullah-led government. They are accusing Omar ... | |
| | | | 2 Army jawans killed in road mishap | | | | POONCH: Two soldiers were killed when the water tanker in which they were travelling skidded off the road in Poonch district today.
Sources said that the soldiers were ferrying drinking water to be distributed among the soldiers posted at forward posts. When the water tanker reached near Dhokari hamlet the driver could not negotiate a sharp curve and the tanker skidded off the road and fell in a deep gorge.
Sepoy Satish Kumar and sepoy Balram of 27 Madras died on the spot before they could be rescued by their colleagues . Their bodies were shifted to the base camp to be dispatched to their native places after legal formalities on Tuesday.
Meanwhile head constable of 76 BSF lost his leg... | |
| | | | BSF cop hurts in mine blast | | | | JAMMU: A BSF cop was injured in a landmine blast near the Line of Control (LoC) in Rajouri today.
Police sources said a BSF jawan of 76 Bn was on patrol duty in the Basali post area of Keri sector when he inadvertently stepped over a landmine.
In the blast, he sustained injuries in the right leg, the sources added.
He was admitted to the military hospital in Rajouri.... | |
| | | | Youth kills father over trivial issue | | | | JAMMU: A youth allegedly stabbed his father to death at their residence at Khote Bheran in Khour area of Akhnoor today.
Police sources said over some trivial issue, Manga Ram inflicted deep stab wounds on the head and other parts of the body of his father Rewari Ram at their residence at Khite Bheran.
He was rushed by his family members to the GMC hospital where he succumbed to his wounds, the sources added.
Sources said the accused had been arrested and booked in a murder case. The weapon of offence had also been recovered, the sources added.... | |
| | | | Kashmir burns over religion + politics | | v17 civilians, cop killed in clashes; SP among 300 injured vTangmarg, Budgam, Pampore major flashpoints of turbulence vChristian missionary school, almost all Govt offices destroyed in Tangmarg fire vIranian Press TV banned over controversial coverage o | | | Ahmed Ali Fayyaz
EARLY TIMES REPORT
SRINAGAR, Sept 13: In a fresh wave of violence, building over alleged desecration of holy Quran in United States of America, as many as 17 civilian demonstrators and arsonists today died and over 300 others, including a Superintendent of Police (SP), sustained injuries when protestors clashed with the authorities and Police opened fire at several places across Kashmir valley. With Tangmarg, Budgam and Pampore emerging as the major flashpoints of turbulence, a Christian missionary school and almost all the government offices were destroyed in a major inferno at the tourist resort of Tangmarg that witnessed the maximum violence of the day.
According to t... | |
| | | | JK Bank ATM reaches border town Arnia | | DC Jammu hails bank's mission of reaching out to all | | | early times report
Jammu, Sept 13: Committed to provide world class banking facilities even at the door steps of people living in far flung areas of the State, J&K Bank today pressed one more ATM into public service at Arnia - a border town in Jammu. Thus the number of JK Bank ATMs in the country has gone up to 308, which includes more than 240 in J&K State.
The ATM was inaugurated by the District Development Commissi-oner, Jammu, Manoj Dwivedi, at a simple but impressive function. Prominent businessmen, farming community, students, senior citizens, employees and housewives of the town attended the function. The District Development Commissi-oner, who was chief guest on the occasion, wh... | |
| | | | J&K bans international news channel | | | | EARLY TIMES REPORT
Srinagar, Sept 13: Jammu and Kashmir Government today banned an international news channel, Press TV, after it aired a report about alleged desecration of a holy book in the US that led to violent protests at many places in the Valley.
"The transmission of Press TV in Jammu and Kashmir has been banned with immediate effect," State Chief Secretary S S Kapur told reporters here.
He said the move was prompted after reports of alleged sacrilege act involving a holy book in the United States appeared on the website of the channel. "We have run thorough all the major news networks across the world, but only Press TV has carried the report, which is yet to be authenticated... | |
| | | | Kashmiri youth adapted to new trend | | Stone pelting to setting ablaze govt property | | | Sandeep Bhat
early times report
Jammu, Sept 13: Jammu and Kashmir has been facing problems from terrorists from more than two decades. The Indian army, CRPF and state police also have been struggling every hour to maintain peace and harmony in the state. The entire Kashmir Valley is in turmoile for the past 4 months.
Keeping government on their toes, and life at stand still, four months under curfew has psychologically moulded minds of the locals especially youths
Apart from the ongoing violence in Kashmir, recently till September 13, 83 persons got killed. This event has stimulated the violence in Kashmir right now and indefinite curfew has been announced. Every killing was followed b... | |
| | | | Homeland emerging only consenus among KPs as a solution to their problems | | | | early times report
jammu, Sept 13: The prevailing lawlessness in Kashmir Valley where the situation is deteriorating day by day has further sealed the chances for the return of hapless Kashmiri Pandits to Valley who are leading an exiled life for last 21 years in different parts of the country.
The Valley situation has also proved all claims of the State and Central Governments totally hollow that they were committed to safe and honourable return of the hapless migrants who mostly belong to microscopic minority Pandit community. The Pandits leading an exiled life in their own country also see the chances of their return to their homeland totally bleak in view of surrender policy of Gover... | |
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