Srinagar, June 8, : The Jammu and Kashmir High court issues a notification order stating that J&K State High Court will remain closed for summer vacations from June 10 to June 28, 2019 (Both days inclusive).

Meanwhile, the summer vacations for Trial Court Jammu Division will come in effect from June 10, 2019, to June 24, 2019 (Both days inclusive), according to an order issued by Registrar General Sanjay Dhar.

The order reads, “It is notified for the information of all concerned that the Subordinate Courts of Jammu Province excluding the courts located at Bhadarwah, Kishtwar, Doda, Batote, Gool, Bani, Banihal and Ukhral, shall observe 15 days summer vacations with effect from June 10, 2019 to June 24, 2019 (Both days inclusive).

Registrar General Sanjay Dhar also asked the Principal District and Sessions Judges and Chief Judicial Magistrates of all the Districts to make suitable arrangements for disposal of urgent criminal business arising during the period of such vacations in the areas within their respective jurisdiction.

Anantnag, Jun 08 : JKPM leader and Supreme Court Advocate, Syed Iqbal Tahir has demanded to set up adequate number of UGC-NET centers in Srinagar so that Kashmir based aspirants are not forced to move outside valley to appear in the examinations scheduled on June 28,2019.

He has sought intervention of the Chairman, National Testing Agency (NTA ), Professor M.S. Ananth and Advisor to the Governor Khurshid Ahmad Ganai to meet the demand of the Kashmir based aspirants to set up adequate number of UGC-NET centres in Kashmir. 
 
In a statement issued , Iqbal Tahir has urged that National Testing Agency should provide all possible facilities to the Kashmiri students so that career of thousand of Kashmiri aspirants is safe- guarded.

Talking to a deputation of aggrieved NET aspirants, who had come from various parts of Kashmir, Iqbal said that interests of the Kashmiri students will be protected at all costs adding that Ministry of HRD would also be approached in this regard.

He said NTA should provide a conducive and congenial examination atmosphere to the Kashmiri students so that they could compete in various national level tests.

Iqbal Tahir has said, that keeping in view the Un- predictable condition of Srinagar- Jammu National Highway and skyrocketting air fares from Srinagar, setting up of adequate number of NET examimation centres in Kashmir would redress grievances of the local aspirants to a great extent.

Srinagar, Jun 08 : Following the imposition of Governor’s rule in the state of Jammu and Kashmir, the state is in a state of chaos especially at a time when policies are being super imposed not by the constitutional or legal ways but by the sheer through the coercive state power. The problem with BJP in the J&K state is that it has no worker but only agents have joined them and agents only work till their vested interests are served and once they are fulfilled they shift to others.

This was stated today by the vice president Jammu and Kashmir Awami National Conference Muzaffar Ahmad shah while addressing the press conference today. The state has been plunged in a state of lawlessness and the situation is becoming incomprehendable to many as rule of law is being changed to a dictatorial mindset. The situation of the state has turned from bad to worse due to that.

Shah said Union Home minister recently said that they will be setting up a delimitation commission while as there is ban on the same imposed by by state legislative assembly till 2026. Any move towards delimitation and increasing seat numbers in Jammu will be illegal and unconstitutional and any decision on the same can be taken only by the state assembly. Home Minister nominated governor hold no, legal or constitutional provision to take a call on this sensitive issue.

What is more shocking is that while the decision like this can only be taken by the majority of the house so how can a one man over rule the set legal format.

If any such move takes place it will be totally a dictatorial order, since governor is not elected by the voter segments he has no role and mandate to change such setting.

Shah said that the accession to India and state of Jammu and Kashmir was conditional and was done on the basis of three conditions i.e. defense, foreign affairs and communication and Article 370 was incorporated in the constitution of India. It was by the same article that the state was granted special status and was able to have its own flag, constitution and have its own sadre riyasat and these were the symbols by which the special status of the state was symbolized.

Even Sher- e- Kashmir Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah told the Indian constitutional assembly that ownership of the land in the state of J&K must be taken special care of. The movement to safeguard article 35 A going on in the state, only symbolizes that that special status and ownership of the state land must be protected for the state citizens and must not be taken over by outsiders. For all the right purposes Mahraja Hari Singh in acted Article 35 A on the appeal of Jammu people.

He said that its shameful that people of the state are being divided into Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh and it is for this purposes that that delimitation is being perpetrated.

Shah said the killings in valley should stop that have been going on in the valley since three decades. No where in the world people are killed without even without giving proof that they are part of any violent movement.
Shah said that if British had used guns in its war with Indian people then there would have been no Mahatma Gandhi, Nehru, Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Jai Prakash Narain and ever today’s India PM would not have been safe. So many are languishing in Jails without fair trial in the state, they should be immediately released.

Shah said that mistakes of past must not be repeated again in the state as it will only damage the Indian state more than it would help as it is only in the peace that the country can develop. We only want to remind those in power to not repeat the mistakes of past that wreaked havoc. In three decades, one lac people have been killed has it served any purpose.
We urge the central government to begin negotiations and dialogue in the state and we will make it clear on them that people of Jammu and Kashmir will not side with those who perpetrated death and destruction over the people of state.

Shah said if the present practice of of playing with constitution goes on then it is futile to participate into the coming assembly polls. If governor takes one sided decisions that are only mandated for elected members then what is fun of elected members.

Shah said that he hopes that the newly elected member of parliaments will they will take care of the dignity of the people and won’t let that be trampled upon.

He said that for a better social structure a better economic model is needed as, today the economic structure of the state stands on loans. Tourism needs to be supported that will help the state economy.

He said that likeminded organizations need to forge unity to save the unity of the state i.e of Jammu, Kahsmir and ladakh which is being targeted by people with vested interests. (KNS)

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Srinagar, Jun 08 : The Horticulture Department has submitted a report to the government about losses caused to horticulture sector due to hailstorm and high speed winds.

One of the top officials of the horticulture department told news agency that Crops of some farmers in the state had got damaged in the ongoing spell of inclement weather due to hailstorm. “We have submitted the report to the government, not it is up to government whether they provide any relief to sufferers,” the official said.

However one of the government officials told  that reports regarding crop damage were being collected from the concerned DC’s.

For last over a month, the hailstorm and high speed winds hit parts of the state resulting heavy damage to crops. In Jammu region the maximum damage has been caused to mango production.

“As per our survey the maximum damage has been caused to mango production in Jammu region. Atleast 40 mango production has been hit by hail storm in last one month,” an official of Horticulture Department said.

The official said that orchadists have been asking government to provide them some relief. “There will be less production of fruits this year. Government has not taken any decision whether to provide them some compensation,: the official said. Similarly, this is the season of apple production in Kashmir Valley. The apple orchards are spread over 1,46,016 hectares in the Valley. The Kulgam and Baramulla districts are maximum hit by hailstorm in the Kashmir Valley.

“Over 40 percent apple production has been affected in Kulgam and Baramulla district followed by Shopian and Bandipora. We are suffering from heavy losses due to natural calamity but goverent seems in no mood to provide any relief,”Ghulam Mohammad, an orchadist of Kulgam, said.

In Baramulla, the worst affected areas are Watergam, Ashipora Dangiwacha and Zainageer, Rafiabad. The official said the other districts which too were affected were Shopian and Bandipora districts. “However, damages are less in these two districts,” the official added.

He also advised orchardists to take necessary remedial to avoid any further damages. “We have advised orchardists to use Urea spray by which they can save their orchards and fruits are not much damaged,” he added.

Horticulture is considered a backbone of the state economy. Lakhs of people of the state are dependent upon this sector. A large population of the state would be affected this year in the state. (KNS) 

Baramulla, June 08: In order to felicitate and eulogize the orphans and destitute children in view of the auspicious occasion of Eid, Human Aid Society Kashmir today organized Eid Milan here at Dak Bungalow which witnessed the participation of about 45 orphan and downtrodden children sponsored by the NGO.

Deputy Commissioner Baramulla Dr G N Itoo was the chief guest whereas SSP Baramulla Abdul Quyoom was the guest of honour at the event.

On the occasion, Chairman Human Aid Society Bashir Ahmad briefed about various activities carried out by the NGO and said that the NGO always remains at the forefront in different welfare activities. He informed that the society is providing educational, social, economical and moral support to the children sponsored by it and sought special intervention from the DC in strengthening its level of work.

Deputy Commissioner, during his address hailed the efforts of NGO and extended Eid greetings to the children. He urged upon them not to consider themselves inferior or alone from others and said that need of the hour is to provide appropriate platforms for them so that they can explore their talent. He wished them for a bright and prosperous future and assured that district administration will explore every possibility for their better rehabilitation. Moreover, he urged upon them to work hard  for achieving a better career.

Later, DC interacted with the children and distributes Eid gifts among them.

Sub-Judge Baramulla Faizan ul Haq Iqbal,Chairman BWJA Qaramat Qayoom, various civil society members among other prominent citizens were present on the occasion.

Bank to have an interim Chairman and Managing Director

SRINAGAR, JUNE 08: Keeping in view the concerns expressed in various quarters regarding the governance and functioning of the Jammu and Kashmir Bank, the Government has decided to take long term measures to improve the functioning of the Bank, so that it becomes a shining example of a well managed Government Owned Bank.

As a first step, the Government has decided to change its nominee Director on the Board of JK Bank, Mr. Parvez Ahmed, who is also the Chairman and Managing Director. Consequent to his replacement as a government appointed Director, the Board has taken on record cessation of Directorship of Sh Parvez Ahmed as Chairman and Managing Director.

The Government has appointed Mr. R.K.Chibber, Executive President of JK Bank as the government nominee on the Board. The Board subsequently approved his appointment as an Interim Chairman and MD of the Bank. The Government has also decided to constitute a Search Committee to identify a suitable panel of names for being appointed to the Board of Directors of JK Bank and subsequently for consideration as Managing Director of the Bank.

The JK Bank has also been directed repeatedly by the Reserve Bank of India to separate the positions of Chairman and Managing Director for better governance. The Government will be taking steps through the Board of the Bank for making necessary changes in its Article of Association/Bye-laws with regard to posting of a separate Chairman and a Managing Director with adequate safeguards in the functioning of the Board to ensure high levels of financial probity, financial control, better risk management and oversight. The Board of Directors in its meeting today has made necessary recommendation in this regard.

The Government is committed to take necessary steps for making the Jammu and Kashmir Bank as one of the best performing bank in the country and accelerate economic growth in state of Jammu and Kashmir.

Srinagar, Jun 08 : Governor Satya Pal Malik  unveiled   the Logo  of the Cluster University of Srinagar, ‘Knowledge Enlightens’, in presence of Prof. Sheikh Javid Ahmed, Vice-Chancellor of the University; Prof. M .Y. Peerzada, Dean Academics; Prof. Yasmin Kawoos, Dean School of Education; Prof. Nasreen Malik, Dean School of Humanities and Liberal Arts; and Prof. Abdul Hamid Sheikh, Registrar of the University.

Governor also released ‘Newsletter’ of the Cluster University of Srinagar on the occasion.

The core element in the Logo of the University represents an open book being read by a human being which symbolises the act of reading learning, inquisitiveness and wisdom. Together these five elements indicate the five senses and also the five constituent colleges of the University. At the heart of the Logo is a symbolic graphic of the saffron flower which is exclusive to the region of Kashmir.

Governor appreciated the Logo of the University and urged Prof. Ahmed and his colleagues to strive hard and make the University a centre of excellence in teaching and learning.

Srinagar, Jun 08 : After his removal as chairman of the JK bank, Parvez Ahmad Nengroo said that he has no regrets for being removed by the governor administration and is open to scrutiny for each of his service.

“Absolutely no regrets.Did my job most diligently, honestly and in the best interest of the institution. Open to scrutiny on each and every transaction I have done during my two decades of functioning in the bank,” Ahmad tweeted.

The former chairman was removed today by the Governor administration and immediately Anti Corruption Bureau sleuths raided the Corporate Office of the bank at Dalgate here.

The Governor administration appointed R K Chhibber as new interim chairman and Managing Director of the Board of Directors. (KNS) 

Shopian: Jun, 08: Newly Elected Panchs and Sarpanchs from District Shopian called on DDC Shopian Dr Owais Ahmed today here at Mini Secretariat Arhama Shopian.

Additional Deputy Commissioner Shopian Shabir Hussain Bhat was also present on the occasion.

The delegation was led by President Kashmir Province Panchayat Cell, Javid Ahmad Qadri along with District President Shopian Ishtiyaq Ahmad Paswal and Panchs and sarpanchs of the district.

The delegation conveyed its appreciation to the DDC for empowering the institutions of local self-governance through the effective delegation of powers.

The DDC conveyed his best wishes to the newly elected representatives. He exhorted them to strive for the welfare and upliftment of people. He assured the delegation that the Administration is committed to the empowerment of the people, and will stand shoulder to shoulder with the local representatives for the welfare of the district, to fulfil the aspirations of the masses. He urged the members of the delegation to prioritize people’s interests, as the people have reposed enormous faith and hope on them.