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Your values become your destiny
Cam across this quotation. It is attributed to Mahatma Gandhi but I have not been able to find the actual source.
Your beliefs become your thoughts,
Your thoughts become your words,
Your words become your actions,
Your actions become your habits,
Your habits become your values,
Your values become your destiny.
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The game changes as you play it
From The Emerging Revolution in Game Theory from The Physics arXiv Blog.
While the news is interesting and important, if somewhat esoteric, there is a post in the comments which I think is a really striking observation. The author of the article is taken to task in the comments for describing the new discovery as revolutionary. There is a lot of posturing back-and-forth of the nature of "my differential philosophical paradigm is more complex than your differential philosophical paradigm." The comment I liked though was this simple:
This is not a "revolution." You've simply hit upon a fundamental philosophical truth: The game changes as you play it.
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Not by what they explain, but by what they fail to explain
From Unintended Consequences by Edward Conard.
Science judges hypotheses, not by what they explain, but by what they fail to explain. When anomalies pile up, experts reject the hypothesis that engender them.
Tuchman's Law
From A Distant Mirror: The Calamitous 14th Century by Tuchman, Barbara, Page xviii. Keeping perspective:
Disaster is rarely as pervasive as it seems from recorded accounts. The fact of being on the record makes it appear continuous and ubiquitous whereas it is more likely to have been sporadic both in time and place. Besides, persistence of the normal is usually greater than the effect of the disturbance, as we know from our own times. After absorbing the news of today, one expects to face a world consisting entirely of strikes, crimes, power failures, broken water mains, stalled trains, school shutdowns, muggers, drug addicts, neo-Nazis, and rapists. The fact is that one can come home in the evening--on a lucky day--without having encountered more than one or two of these phenomena. This has led me to formulate Tuchman's Law, as follows: "The fact of being reported multiplies the apparent extent of any deplorable development by five- to tenfold" (or any figure the reader would care to supply).[
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Ngrams and books
Here's a neat concept out of the fincial services industry that might have application in culture and reading. From Too Central to Fail by Alex Tabarrok. What they are dealing with in the original paper is whether we ought to be concerned only with the size of a bank (in terms of systemic risk of failure) or whether we ought to also take into account the centrality of the bank within the system. A big bank that has a low level of interconnectedness with other banks may pose less risk than a smaller bank that is much more interconnected. Their research indicates that we indeed should be looking at centrality as well as size when we seek to manage systemic risk.
Here is a graphic that illustrates their point.
Looking at this made me wonder whether there might be a way to take the same concept and apply it to books in order to determine the extent to which particular books influence our overall culture. Some books are read by many people over many years. Some books are a flash in the pan with huge sales in a given short period of time and then they disappear from the cultural radar screen. It is instructive to look at best seller lists of fifty years ago and realize just how many of the names of those authors are completely unknown today.
What might a comparable graphic look like for books. Which books are most central and how would we measure that? Citations perhaps. Or perhaps, Google Ngram, a version of citations. Here is the Ngram for five books that are viewed as classics and/or are considered controversial; To Kill a Mockingbird, The Little Engine That Could, Lord of the Flies, Go Ask Alice, And Tango Makes Three.
My interpretation of this chart (mentions in books between 1960 - 2008) would be that The Little Engine That Could has grown over time as a children's classic and is now mentioned two or three times as often as in the seventies or eighties. Go Ask Alice climbed with the drug scene but is less than half as relevant as even ten years ago. Lord of the Flies continues with a very strong showing but down 30% perhaps from its peak in the mid-sixties. To Kill a Mockingbird goes from strength to strength. And Tango Makes Three drove a lot of controversy when it came out 2005. Despite all the talk and the book challenges at libraries and the extensive discussions in the ephemera press - there was not even a blip in the more permanent record of books.
People are often concerned about the erosion of morals and values and in general a darkening of modern children's literature. There is concern just how much modern children's literature might be eroding our culture. I created an Ngram to look at how much the Bible, Homer and Shakespeare are being discussed in the past five decades versus such classics or best sellers as Harper Lee, Rowling, and the Twilight series.
As you can see in the following Ngram, Twilight, To Kill a Mockingbird and Harry Potter, as much as they are significant part of the childhood reading pantheon today, are swamped by the avid conversation that continues around the Bible, Homer and Shakespeare.
Finally, I look at Harper Lee, Rowling, Stephenie Meyer versus Mark Twain, Lewis Carroll, Tolkien, and Peter Pan, more classic children's authors/books. Only Rowling gives the old masters a run for their money.
The burden of choosing good books for our children remains a significant and consequential one but the gloom and doom concern about just how corrosive contemporary children's literature might be is, if not misplaced, perhaps at least less consequential than we might have considered.
Challenged books
From the American Library Association, the Top 100 Banned/Challenged Books 2000-2009.
You can see all the issues here: questions of age-appropriateness, good taste, atheism, moral ambiguity, ideological concerns, etc.
Technology or relevance
I ran a Google Ngram on four of the major US children's books awards, the grandaddies, Newberry and Caldecott as well as newer awards, Coretta Scott King and the Printz award.
My interpretation is that the awards had their heyday 1975-1995 with a measurable dip in the late 1980's. However, since circa 1995, all the awards have been in decline with Caldecott and Newberry suffering the steapest declines, down some 60% since their peak. Is it the internet (mass adoption beginning circa 1995) which perhaps has generated alternate means for assessing value of books via a plethora of children's books website, social media, and blogs dedicated to children's reading? Perhaps circa 1995 there was some change in the awards where the tastes of judges has diverged from those of the reading public, condemning them to decreasing relevance.
We need efficient feedback and we need the capacity to be exposed to consequences
This article, Teachers on the Defensive by Frank Bruni, prompted a train of thought regarding the importance of feedback.
While the history of man is one of slowly improving productivity and life success (an accelerating trend in the past fifty years), the means by which that occurs have long been the source of speculation. I believe there are many critical components whose interactions are complex - so complex that it is difficult to make accurate forecasts. One element of the puzzle, in fact the inverse of increasing productivity (which is a well established trend line), is our incapacity to explain why certain countries, cultures or regions first expand and then collapse - the rise and fall of empires if you will. There always thousands of proximate causes but none of them on their own are sufficiently reliable to be useful predictors of future collapse.
Take post World War II Japan for example. From 1945 to circa 1995 they were an accelerating juggernaut of productivity, putting fear into every trading partner. In books, movies and the popular culture, as well as among the chattering classes, there was grave concern. A concern that persisted right up to the point when their growth suddenly collapsed. They have been in a seemingly permanent state of stasis or contraction for some twenty years. And no one (well some individuals but not the consensus view) saw it coming.
In this article regarding the paradoxical position of teachers unions, there may be a hint of an answer. The paradox is that the teacher's unions have never been so successful in serving the interests of their members in terms of protection from termination, in terms of compensation, in terms of working conditions and yet at this very moment they face existential threats.
I wonder if the core issue is not perhaps the absence of effective feedback mechanisms.
“We bear a lot of responsibility for this,” Weingarten [president of the American Federation of Teachers] told me in a phone interview on Friday. “We were focused — as unions are — on fairness and not as much on quality.” And they’ve sometimes shown a spectacular blindness to public sensitivities in their apparent protection of certain embattled teachers in given instances.
In biology, nature is a cruel taskmaster of survival. Only those organisms that survive and reproduce are permitted a continued existence. How they survive is not preset, the survival mechanisms are miraculously manifold. Feedback on fitness for purpose is prompt, as represented by death or survival. Fairness does not enter into the equation, only quality.
In free markets, the freer the market, the more similar it is to a biological Darwinian process. Commercial success, absent regulation, is entirely contingent upon being able to respond quickly to changing exogenous circumstances. Again, there is no fairness in the equation. You either survive commercially or you do not and that survival depends on the quality of various, and often unpredictable, aspects of your business.
Both biology and commerce are distinguished by exceptionally clear feedback mechanisms married to a ruthless execution of consequences. There is no margin for error.
It is interesting that those regions that are most prosperous today are those that first took up the widespread dissemination of books, printing and reading - all being forms of cognitive feedback. Those countries which are the closest adherents to the principles of the Enlightenment (pluralism, tolerance, natural rights, freedom of press, religion, agency, rule of law, etc.), which principles greatly facilitate feedback and consequences, are also those that are the most prosperous today. Again, there is little focus on fairness in the consequences of Enlightenment, simply a statement of bedrock principles which will inherently have consequences, not all those consequences at any point in time being particularly desirable.
So the first thing I took from the article was the consideration that the problem is not so much with unions per se but the simple fact that based on government structure and past prosperity, that unions have been able to insulate themselves from both feedback and consequences. That would appear to be what we are struggling with now. As Weingarten indicates, the focus has been on fairness and not on effectiveness (or quality as she puts it). With no feedback mechanisms, the focus on fairness has undermined effectiveness and there is now a thirty or fifty year feedback deficit to be made up. It is not unlike plate tectonics. The longer there is no slippage (adjustment) the greater the magnitude will be the earthquake when it comes. Just one of those unavoidable facts of life. You can take a thousand small quakes or one massive one but it is inexorable that there shall be an adjustment. Just like biology, just like commerce.
Teacher effectiveness is an inherently complex thing. Can it be done in an administrative fashion with rules and measures and tests? Sure, to a degree, but is it optimal? Don't know. Is local control of and discretionary management of education likely to be unfair in some way? Sure, but ultimately that isn't the point. Does it work is the point. And we are uncertain about what has worked, what needs to work and what ought to work in the future. What we do know is that despite massive increases in resources devoted to education in the past fifty years, it is unclear that people are better educated or more productive or social outcomes more fair.
Statists seek to impose fixed solutions on complex issues which they hope will be secure over time. Libertarians trust in disaggregated unplanned actions. Both are rational responses to existing circumstances. The question is, over time and subject to repeated, unexpected exogenous shocks, which approach stands up better. I would argue that the pursuit of fairness, while understandable and to some degree noble, is a chimera.
Earthquakes are neither fair or unfair; they just are. Whether you accommodate plate slippage via ten thousand micro-quakes, always having small damages to clean up and pay for, or whether you take it altogether, once every long while with a single massive earthquake is the choice. When you close off feedback and close off the capacity to endure consequences, then you have, from a systems perspective, chosen to take a single massive earthquake.
We can choose, in human systems, when subject to constantly changing circumstances and unexpected exogenous shocks, to take on constant micro-quake adjustments or we can postpone adjustment for as long as possible and then take a body blow. What we can't do is choose not to adjust. It has nothing to do with fairness but with life - we always have to adjust one way or the other, much or as little as we like the consequences of having to adjust. We need efficient feedback and we need the capacity to be exposed to consequences.
What both common sense and expert consensus assure us to be true very often isn’t
From The Coming Oil Boom by Chrystia Freeland. She discusses the emerging realization that there will be a sea change in the global energy market in the coming decade. This realization has been emerging over the past twelve months (from what I have been reading), but still hasn't reached the mainstream as far as I can tell. Ms. Freeland's closing paragraph is a reminder of an enduring truth independent of the details of her report.
A final conclusion to draw from the next oil revolution is a little more existential. This is yet another reminder that what both common sense and expert consensus assure us to be true very often isn’t. It was obvious that efficient markets worked and financial deregulation would stimulate economic growth, until the financial crisis and the subsequent international economic recession. It was equally apparent that we were running out of oil — until we weren’t.
The only exception that I would take is that, as with almost all major issues, there were in fact those that have been preaching in the wilderness for years and decades that those ancient task masters Supply and Demand would, left to their own devices, solve the energy problem - maybe not in a way that we liked or in a way that we expected, but solved it would be. Just because they weren't listened to doesn't mean that they weren't prophesying the reality that is now upon us.
Common sense and experts have value in the right context but we have to understand the context. If we don't have that context, then their value often is negligible. The science is never settled and no one ever has all the answers. Comprehending the trade-offs between short term tactical efficiency and long term effectiveness is endlessly complicated and frustrating. Perhaps our best approach is to be wise, be modest, be prepared.
Behaviors and well-being
From Class Origin and Elite Position of Men in Business Firms in Sweden, 1993–2007: The Importance of Education, Cognitive Ability, and Personality by Erik Bihagen1, Magnus Nermo1 and Charlotta Stern, evidence supporting my contention that the bulk of success differentials resides within behaviors and values rather than, as was the case in the past, systemic discrimination. I have not read the report in full yet but the summary seems to bear this out. Sweden has the advantage of being historically pretty homogenous, thus stripping out most issues of differences in race and religion, leaving substantially discrimination based on class (and closely correlated, education).
The aim of the article was to study class origin effects on belonging to the organizational elite in large private Swedish companies between 1993 and 2007. We find a clear working class disadvantage. Decomposition analyses indicate that the social class gap in arriving at elite destinations between those of Service I and working class origins is due chiefly to differences in educational attainment, and only to a very small extent to which school one attends and which field one studies. Cognitive capacity is of rather minor importance net of schooling, but the importance of personality traits is of greater importance and increases over time. One striking result is that the importance of educational attainment for explaining the social class origin gap decreases markedly between 1993 and 2007. It was hypothesized that the ongoing expansion of the educational system would increase the importance of having a degree from more elite schools, but our findings do not support such a hypothesis. Instead, our analyses point to the increasing importance of personality traits over time. The results suggest that there is a change in the value of education and personality in the labour market, but as men of working class origins have disadvantages in both domains, the relative disadvantage of originating from the working class is rather stable. One interpretation of the apparently growing importance of personality traits could be that educational expansion inflates and undermines educational distinctions. Another interpretation would be that corporations in a post-industrial society increasingly demand members of the elite with a greater variation in skills such as extraversion.
An interesting finding is the way in which a ‘winning’ personality is associated with elite positions: even with all controls included, we find a clear personality gradient and a bonus for scoring high on most of the specified traits. This stands in contrast to cognitive ability, where higher levels are of importance to educational attainment, but where there is no net bonus of high values after controlling for achieved education. It seems that when it comes to elite recruitment, assuming that one has a university degree, it is better to be socially winning, including extraversion, than to be very smart. Elite positions, as we define them, often mean having a leading position, suggesting that leadership talents may be more closely associated with social skills than with cognitive skills. Also, it is plausible that personality is less easily measured than cognitive ability (Grönqvist, Öckert and Vlachos, 2010), which may mean that the importance of personality is even greater than what our analyses indicate.
If this proposition, that values and behaviors are the differentiator in achieved success (holding all other variables fixed), is born out, it forces to the forefront the challenging and prickly topic which I think is at the heart of future productivity - how do we recognize and measure the contribution of behaviors towards productivity, and how do parents transmit those values and behaviors.
I believe that books (and other narrative based instruments such as songs and ballads, poetry, hymns, social story-telling etc.) are a key element in that transmission. If this supposition is true, it calls into play to a much greater extent the issue of "quality" children's literature. It is not simply a matter of whether the books are well written but also the extent to which they assist in fostering and transmitting those values and behaviors conducive to future productivity, success and well-being.
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Evolution is more of a tinkerer and less of an engineer
Why do organisms build tissues they seemingly never use? by e! Science News.
Why, after millions of years of evolution, do organisms build structures that seemingly serve no purpose? A study conducted at Michigan State University and published in the current issue of The American Naturalist investigates the evolutionary reasons why organisms go through developmental stages that appear unnecessary.
"Many animals build tissues and structures they don't appear to use, and then they disappear," said Jeff Clune, lead author and former doctoral student at MSU's BEACON Center of Evolution in Action. "It's comparable to building a roller coaster, razing it and building a skyscraper on the same ground. Why not just skip ahead to building the skyscraper?"
Why humans and other organisms retain seemingly unnecessary stages in their development has been debated between biologists since 1866. This study explains that organisms jump through these extra hoops to avoid disrupting a developmental process that works. Clune's team called this concept the "developmental disruption force." But Clune says it also could be described as "if the shoe fits, don't change a thing."
"An engineer would simply skip the roller coaster step, but evolution is more of a tinkerer and less of an engineer," Clune said. "It uses whatever parts that are lying around, even if the process that generates those parts is inefficient."
More examples related to Stuart Kauffman's concept of the adjacent possible.
Logic, facts and context
A good example paying attention to the framing of an argument, a matter that is critical to effective communication and yet rarely performed well.
In this case, two excellent economists (dismal science, the study of scarcity), advance an argument in the WSJ that the federal government ought to subsidize economics research in the same fashion as it does scientific research. They make their case broadly in terms of logic and empirical evidence that research in economics has a positive return.
Tyler Cowen in Does the dismal science deserve federal funding? backs up the argument to the real question. Given limited federal spending, which of the many productive ways of spending those scarce resources will have the greatest return? It is not enough that economics research have a positive return, it has to have a positive return greater than all the other competing ways of spending those limited resources. That is the first order question that rarely gets asked.
But there is a second level of sophistication where the decision-making gets even more tangled, sophisticated and interesting. This has to do with what I call the shopping mall paradox. If you own a shopping mall with 100 retail stores and you want to maximize your profit, you would look at the collection of 100 stores and calculate which stores have the highest profit per square foot. I do not have real world experience of this but from what I have read, the answer is that shoe stores have the highest profit square foot.
So if your goal is to achieve maximum profit, then the logical thing to do is to convert all 100 stores into shoe stores.
The paradox is that, absent some particularly unique circumstances or marketing capability, a mall entirely devoted solely to shoe stores will actually have less profit than a mixed-use mall. Even though shoe stores have a very high profit per square foot of space, there is rarely community demand for a mall entirely dedicated to shoes.
The real challenge for a mall operator is to optimize profit for the overall organic whole by striking the right balance of parts. There are an inordinate number of factors and considerations to take into account in guessing how to optimize profit. If people go to a mall primarily because it is more efficient to do most their shopping in a single location, then you have to have a portfolio of stores that meet most their needs, even though those different types of stores will have widely varying profits. A general department store or a grocery store may have a lower profit per square foot than a shoe store but you need those anchor stores to draw the shopper volumes necessary to support the shoe store.
Now multiply these trade-off decisions across a mix of 100 stores and trying to find the optimum mix between meeting basic consumer needs and maximizing profit and you can see how challenging that task is.
Clarity of goal (maximize profit), logic (identify the highest profit stores and maximize) are both necessary to a good argument but are not sufficient. You have to have context which is what Cowen is pointing out in his post. Yes, economic research likely pays dividends. That is insufficient knowledge though. We have to know that it pays greater dividends than alternative uses. But that also is insufficient knowledge. It comes down to the portfolio - what is the optimum mix of investments in order to achieve some mix of overarching goals. Even if economics research had a higher return than, say defense spending, you wouldn't want to invest everything in economic research and nothing in defense. Optimisation of a variety of outcomes in a system with multiple independent but contingent subsystems is problematic and depends greatly on contextual knowledge. Contextual circumstances is what so often leads to unintended consequences.
From 32-Year Study Shows How Geeky Kids Become Happy Adults by Garth Sundem.
In order to not be poor, we know empirically that there are three simple things you need to do: 1) Graduate high school on time, 2) Get married, stay married, 3) Get a job and keep a job (any job). Do these three things and your chances of being in poverty are less than 2%.
In order for a child to likely become an enthusiastic reader we know empirically there are five simple things to do: 1) Talk to them, 2) Read to them, 3) Have easy access to books, 4) Let them choose books, and 5) Be seen reading yourself.
Thanks to Lester Breslow we know that to be healthy, all we need to do is 1) Not smoke, 2) Drink in moderation, 3) Sleep seven to eight hours, 4) Exercise at least moderately, 5) Eat regular meals, 6) Maintain a moderate weight, and 7) Eat breakfast.
Now, courtesy of scholars in New Zealand, there is empirical evidence establishing links between childhood traits and adult well-being (defined as coherence, positive coping, social engagement and pro-social values) based on a longitudinal study of 1,000 people from birth to age 32.
This study defined four possible zones of the social connectedness pants to kick: quality of social attachments, participation in organized clubs and groups, self-perceived competencies or strengths, and life satisfaction.
First, a large part of social attachment is your teenager’s relationship with you, the parent – the better you relate with your teenager, the more likely he or she is to have high well-being as an adult. Nearly as important and equally as difficult to imagine as your teenager liking you, is your teenager liking school.
But social connectedness and liking school in no way implies that a kid has to be popular in order to become a well adult. More important than being the star quarterback is “having someone to talk to if they had a problem or felt upset about something,” the authors write. And participation in clubs and groups in no way implies sports. Band is just as good as football. It’s group membership and not necessarily athletic worship that builds well-being.
Finally and importantly, no matter the objective facts of a teen’s life, how a teen evaluates and values their life predicts well-being as a 32-year-old. Are they optimistic about the future, independent, and generally busy? If so, A) you have a teen that smushes every popular stereotype of Western culture, and B) you have a teen who’s likely to grow into a very well adult.
To be a well-adjusted adult then, you need as a child to 1) Have good social attachments (friendly and engaging), 2) Participate in organized clubs and groups (commitment and engagement), 3) Develop competencies and achievement, and 4) Have a positive attitude. So pedestrian, so achievable and so critical.
I have mentioned before that much of sociological research seems to focus on the obscure and the negative which is perhaps well meaning but odd. While it is useful to know what to do about bullying and social awkwardness and moral ambiguity and abuse and poverty, etc. what we really want to know is: what do we need to do to be healthy, wealthy, and wise.
We now have a check list for life success broadly addressing addressing wealth, education, happiness. That is awfully close to the traditional triumvirate of healthy, wealthy and wise. That seventeen point checklist would now look like:
Undertake physical activity
Eat a diet high in fruits and vegetables
Moderate alcohol use
Graduate from high school
Get married and stay married
Get a job, any job
Talk a lot to your child
Read to them
Have plenty of books available
Let them choose what to read
Be seen reading yourself
Cultivate friendships
Participate with others
Develop competencies (or maybe pursue excellence)
In a culture of excuse-making, it is easy to obscure that much of the ancient wisdom and many of our cultural traditions are in fact right there at our fingertips, ready to point the way towards happy, healthy, wealthy lives. Our language and the conversation that surrounds us is rife with morals, adages, and sayings which tell us what to do. Common verbal corollaries to the conclusions from empirical research show a nice consistency.
Hard work never did anyone any harm
A drunken fool
Smoking like a chimney
Early to bed, early to rise . . .
Hit the books
A friend in need is a friend indeed
Don't waste your time wondering, get busy and do it
Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm
There's nothing good or bad but thinking makes it so
Decision-making in an environment of constraints
Fascinating. How We Make Sense Of Sentences from FuturePundit.
Many of our decisions and decision-making processes in life are predicated on shortages. We don't have enough time for serious analysis, we don't have enough information, we don't have enough short term memory, etc.
To make up for this lack of time, resources, processing capacity, etc., we have devised all sorts of work-arounds - heuristics, adages, habits, in-filling (providing what seems to be missing, i.e. understanding that a misspelling such as hpe probably means hope), prejudices, and biases. This article highlights a particular example of such cognitive shortcuts which are otherwise so beneficial when making decisions in an environment of constraints.
From the original article.
After a plane crash, where should the survivors be buried?
If you are considering where the most appropriate burial place should be, you are not alone. Scientists have found that around half the people asked this question, answer it as if they were being asked about the victims not the survivors.
Similarly, when asked "Can a man marry his widow's sister?" most people answer "yes" - effectively answering that it would indeed be possible for a dead man to marry his bereaved wife’s sister.
It is too much work to scan carefully for errors in all the sentences we read and hear all day. Our sentence interpretation circuitry probably does some sort of compare of the sentence against competing meanings and uses some words to influence the meaning assigned to other words. Our minds arrive at interpretations that make definitions assigned to individual words fit into the context of the words around them. So the widow's sister becomes interpreted into something like the dead wife's sister since widow and widower involve someone dying and the man is assumed to be still alive since a question about his intentions is being asked.
EEG scans provide evidence that suggests our brains aren't even slightly noticing errors in sentences.
What makes researchers particularly interested in people’s failure to notice words that actually don’t make sense, so called semantic illusions, is that these illusions challenge traditional models of language processing which assume that we build understanding of a sentence by deeply analysing the meaning of each word in turn.
Instead semantic illusions provide a strong line of evidence that the way we process language is often shallow and incomplete.
Professor Leuthold at University of Glasgow led a study using electroencephalography (EEG) to explore what is happening in our brains when we process sentences containing semantic illusions.
By analysing the patterns of brain activity when volunteers read or listened to sentences containing hard-to-detect semantic anomalies - words that fit the general context even though they do not actually make sense - the researchers found that when a volunteer was tricked by the semantic illusion, their brain had not even noticed the anomalous word.
Cui bono one more time
Yet one more illustration of the limitations of our institutional knowledge frontier as highlighted in this article, Profits on Carbon Credits Drive Output of a Harmful Gas by Elisabeth Rosenthal and Andrew W. Lehren.
If economics is the study of scarcity, then its singular most enduring insight is that if you want more of something, then you have to make it easier, cheaper, or more rewarding and if you want less of something, then you should make it harder, more expensive, and less rewarding. Pretty simple and straightforward. Whenever you make a change, it should always be second nature to ask "What are we rewarding and what are we punishing?" because that tells you what you will get more of or less of.
Real world experience, as illustrated in this article, seems to indicate that policy makers rarely ask this pivotal question. Or if they ask it, they clearly aren't very good at answering it.
This central central question is captured in a different form by that ancient Latin maxim "Cui bono?"
This is one of those ancient pieces of wisdom which has stood the test of some 2,000 years and yet which we are able to attribute to an actual individual. Cicero, in one of his speeches, references:
L. Cassius ille quem populus Romanus verissimum et sapientissimum iudicem putabat identidem in causis quaerere solebat 'cui bono' fuisset.
The famous Lucius Cassius, whom the Roman people used to regard as a very honest and wise judge, was in the habit of asking, time and again, 'To whose benefit?'
As indicated by Cicero, the original maxim really was more focused on the moral issue - you need to understand who benefits from an action in order to assess the morality of their action. But in order to answer cui bono, you have to understand what is being made cheaper, easier, or more rewarding. Before determining the who, you have to answer the how; Quomodo prodesse, how do you benefit? How does your action make it easier, cheaper, more rewarding and who benefits from that change?
This goes to the heart of the radical American experiment in liberty and the Constitution crafted to maximize the dispersal of power. Centralized power and decision-making is strategically inefficient and ineffective as well as corrupting.
Any system that centralizes decision-making meets the very real limits of Hayek's Problem of Knowledge. One manifestation of that limit of knowledge is the incapacity to answer the question "cui bono". It is why significant legislation almost invariably has major, long-lasting and consequential unintended consequences. Sometimes those unintended consequences are good and beneficial and we pretend that the whole effort worked as we intended. This is known as confirmation bias. Oftentimes, the unintended consequences are almost entirely negative, as in this case of gas emission control, and then we act surprised and treat this as an unpredictable aberration.
What is predictable is that the more complex a system, the more likely our actions will have unintended consequences and whether those consequences are beneficial or harmful (and to whom) is essentially random.
What is also predictable is that we will interpret successes as a tribute to good planning and the failures to bad luck.
The only way to address this systemic issue, as perceived by the founding fathers and by Hayek, is to disaggregate decision-making in to as small units as possible. While there will be many bad decisions, with agency, transparency, good data and good feedback mechanisms, the bad decisions will self-correct. When the stakes are made smaller, there is less opportunity for systemic corruption because it isn't worth it.
When power is aggregated centrally with centralized decision-making, there is always the risk of corruption and there is always risk of bad decisions having greater impact because the bad decision is no longer a small decision but a large one affecting multitudes.
In this one article, we have illustrations of multiple issues. There is the question of the wisdom of centralizing decision-making (establishing carbon trading exchanges and a market in gases) versus distributed decision-making. There is the philosophical/governance issue of power aggregators vs. libertarians. There is corruption (see the European carbon exchange history) and hubris (we think we know enough to surgically intervene in complex systems with predictable outcomes). There is the problem of knowledge (a hurdle for the power aggregators) versus the fear of inefficient dispersed decision-making.
How can we be seen to being doing something if all we do is leave it up to individuals? This is the radicalism of the American experiement in liberty - assume individual agency and responsibility, disperse decision-making, build a system of checks-and-balances to forestall power aggregation and ultimately stake one's faith in a government of laws and not of men. It was a blind leap of faith with little precedent and low expectations of success on the part of outside observers.
Ironically though, the more successful it was and is, the greater the temptation there is to go back and make the process just a little more efficient by aggregating just a little more power. Articles like Profits on Carbon Credits Drive Output of a Harmful Gas remind us to be skeptical of the siren call of centralized decision-making and the claims of efficiency and integrity.
The result is a bloated imagination, sickly judgment, and disgust towards all the real businesses of life
Heh. Thomas Jefferson, 1818. Here is another recurring issue - fiction versus non-fiction. While Jefferson made an exception for novels with a moral dimension, he otherwise had a poor opinion of fictional writing.
A great obstacle to good education is the inordinate passion prevalent for novels, and the time lost in that reading which should be instructively employed. When this poison infects the mind, it destroys its tone and revolts it against wholesome reading. Reason and fact, plain and unadorned, are rejected. Nothing can engage attention unless dressed in all the figments of fancy, and nothing so bedecked comes amiss. The result is a bloated imagination, sickly judgment, and disgust towards all the real businesses of life.
The name of the world's most famous poet reposes cunningly in the text of the world's most famous translation
From The Miracle of Language by Richard Lederer, page 97.
The most famous of all biblical translations is the King James Version, the brainchild of James I, who fancied himself a scholar and theologian. The king decided to assure his immortality by sponsoring a new Bible worthy of the splendor of his kingdom. To this end, James appointed a commission of fifty-four learned clerical and lay scholars, divided into three groups in Cambridge, Westminster, and Oxford. Three years of loving labor, 1608-1611, produced what John Livingston Lowes called "the noblest monument of English prose." Few readers would dissent from that verdict.
Among many wonders of the King James Bible is that it stands as one of the few great accomplishments achieved by a committee. At the same time, some commentators have wondered why William Shakespeare was apparently not included among the fifty-four translators chosen. After all, Shakespeare had already written Macbeth in honor of King James (who also fancied himself an expert on witchcraft), and what better committee member could one ask for than the greatest poet of his age to work with the greatest collection of religious literature of all ages?
But an intriguing peculiarity in the King James Bible indicates that Shakespeare was not entirely absent from the monumental project. No one knows who made the astonishing discovery or how on earth he or she did it.
In 1610, the year of the most intensive work on the translation, Shakespeare was forty-six years old. Given this clue, we turn to the forty-sixth psalm as it appears in the King James Bible. Count down to the forty-sixth word from the beginning and then count up to the forty-sixth word from the end, excluding the cadential Selah.
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea;
Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof. Selah.
There is a river, the streams whereof shall make glad the city of God, the holy place of the tabernacles of the most High.
God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, and that right early.
The heathen raged, the kingdoms were moved: he uttered his voice, the earth melted.
The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah.
Come, behold the works of the Lord, what desolations he hath made in the earth.
He maketh wars to cease unto the end of the earth; he breaketh the bow, and cutteth the spear in sunder; he burneth the chariot in the fire.
Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth.
If you counted accurately, your finger eventually lit upon the two words, shake and spear. Shakespeare. Whether or not he created the majesty of the forty-sixth psalm, he is in it. Whether the embedded shake spear is a purposeful plant of the product of happy chance, the name of the world's most famous poet reposes cunningly in the text of the world's most famous translation.
The human brain seeks so intently for patterns that it often finds patterns where none exists. The Law of Large Numbers is also clearly at work. But still. Forty-sixth birthday, forty-sixth Psalm, forty sixth word (beginning and end)? Really? Sure makes you want to see significance in something that theoretically ought to be jsut random chance.
Well-meaning but without understanding
From Justice Louis Brandeis dissenting, Olmstead v. United States, 277 U.S. 438 (1928).
Experience should teach us to be most on our guard to protect liberty when the government's purposes are beneficent. Men born to freedom are naturally alert to repel invasion of their liberty by evil-minded rulers. The greatest dangers to liberty lurk in insidious encroachment by men of zeal, well-meaning but without understanding.
We suffer a surfeit of zeal and a deficit of real comprehension. Watch out when zeal for action outstrips comprehension.
Anything that he receives into his mind at that age is likely to become indelible and unalterable
I have just finished reading Diane Ravitch's The Language Police in which she chronicles the pernicious exercise of direct and indirect censorship of texts that are used in the education of our children, the censorship occurring from both social conservatives (trying to maintain traditions and standards) and social progressives (trying to advance new behaviors and habits of thought) and the censorship being exercised directly by text selection committees as well as indirectly by authors and publishers in anticipation of issues. Ravitch's contention, with which I empathize and suspect is correct but for which she does not provide empirical evidence, is that such skewing of text selection, and bowdlerizing of those texts that do get through, leads to exceptionally dull, uninformative, and misleading information. There is a shadow of an argument being made that such pablum as makes it into textbooks is contributative to declining academic scores and achievements.
The central contention, for both the social conservative and the social progressive, is that which was made made by Plato (or perhaps Socrates via Plato) in Book II of The Republic, and that is that for a young child, "anything that he receives into his mind at that age is likely to become indelible and unalterable." The logical case is made admirably in the dialogue below. The question is, after 2,500 years, do we have any empirical evidence indicating the degree to which a child is indelibly marked by what they read? A better question might be "To what degree is a child's behavior and decision-making influenced, and in what manner, by the things to which they are exposed, in particular stories and books?"
I do believe that particular stories read by a particular child at a particular time under particular circumstances can have an indelible influence on that child and shape their future. But I do not believe we have a model that allows us to predict what will be the likely outcome on a child from reading which stories in what sequence at what age under which circumstances by what type of child.
Without such a predictive model, we are in the cognitive dark ages. How is a well intentioned parent to select what might be beneficial for their child's cognitive, intellectual, moral and behavorial development? Right now it appears to me that we have lots of discussion, opinions, and energy and virtually none of it based on anything even approaching an empirical base.
We are, with respect to reading, in much the same quandry as we are regarding technological progress. We have a strong sense that in the aggregate the scientific method and technological progress have been conducive to the improvement of human life. At the same time, we are extremely leery about the possible consequences of technological progress, regarding it at least as Janus-faced if not further as a two-edged sword. Dynamite has allowed the construction of buildings and railroads and highways which have sheltered and allowed the feeding of masses of people not otherwise easily fed or sheltered. But we also know that the chemistry of explosives has facilitated immense destruction.
So if we are to harvest the best outcomes from the habit of reading, we would be well advised to seek to find ways to empirically understand the mechanisms of the why, what, where, when, when, who and which of reading. Correspondingly, both social conservatives and social progressives ought to heed Seneca's counsel that
Some false things bear the semblance of truth. We should always allow some time to elapse, for time discloses the truth.
We need some good model regarding book and story selection for children and we seem, despite innumerable practitioners and gargantuan budgets, to have scarcely a clue.
The discussion in the Republic sets the precedent for this still unresolved issue. We all agree on the importance of reading but we don't really know how or why. Plato, Book II, The Republic.
You know also that the beginning is the most important part of any work, especially in the case of a young and tender thing; for that is the time at which the character is being formed and the desired impression is more readily taken.
Quite true.
And shall we just carelessly allow children to hear any casual tales which may be devised by casual persons, and to receive into their minds ideas for the most part the very opposite of those which we should wish them to have when they are grown up?
We cannot.
Then the first thing will be to establish a censorship of the writers of fiction, and let the censors receive any tale of fiction which is good, and reject the bad; and we will desire mothers and nurses to tell their children the authorised ones only. Let them fashion the mind with such tales, even more fondly than they mould the body with their hands; but most of those which are now in use must be discarded.
Of what tales are you speaking? he said.
You may find a model of the lesser in the greater, I said; for they are necessarily of the same type, and there is the same spirit in both of them.
Very likely, he replied; but I do not as yet know what you would term the greater.
Those, I said, which are narrated by Homer and Hesiod, and the rest of the poets, who have ever been the great story-tellers of mankind.
But which stories do you mean, he said; and what fault do you find with them?
A fault which is most serious, I said; the fault of telling a lie, and, what is more, a bad lie.
But when is this fault committed?
Whenever an erroneous representation is made of the nature of gods and heroes,—as when a painter paints a portrait not having the shadow of a likeness to the original.
Yes, he said, that sort of thing is certainly very blameable; but what are the stories which you mean?
First of all, I said, there was that greatest of all lies in high places, which the poet told about Uranus, and which was a bad lie too,—I mean what Hesiod says that Uranus did, and how Cronus retaliated on him. The doings of Cronus, and the sufferings which in turn his son inflicted upon him, even if they were true, ought certainly not to be lightly told to young and thoughtless persons; if possible, they had better be buried in silence. But if there is an absolute necessity for their mention, a chosen few might hear them in a mystery, and they should sacrifice not a common (Eleusinian) pig, but some huge and unprocurable victim; and then the number of the hearers will be very few indeed.
Why, yes, said he, those stories are extremely objectionable.
Yes, Adeimantus, they are stories not to be repeated in our State; the young man should not be told that in committing the worst of crimes he is far from doing anything outrageous; and that even if he chastises his father when he does wrong, in whatever manner, he will only be following the example of the first and greatest among the gods.
I entirely agree with you, he said; in my opinion those stories are quite unfit to be repeated.
Neither, if we mean our future guardians to regard the habit of quarrelling among themselves as of all things the basest, should any word be said to them of the wars in heaven, and of the plots and fightings of the gods against one another, for they are not true. No, we shall never mention the battles of the giants, or let them be embroidered on garments; and we shall be silent about the innumerable other quarrels of gods and heroes with their friends and relatives. If they would only believe us we would tell them that quarrelling is unholy, and that never up to this time has there been any quarrel between citizens; this is what old men and old women should begin by telling children; and when they grow up, the poets also should be told to compose for them in a similar spirit. But the narrative of Hephaestus binding Here his mother, or how on another occasion Zeus sent him flying for taking her part when she was being beaten, and all the battles of the gods in Homer—these tales must not be admitted into our State, whether they are supposed to have an allegorical meaning or not. For a young person cannot judge what is allegorical and what is literal; anything that he receives into his mind at that age is likely to become indelible and unalterable; and therefore it is most important that the tales which the young first hear should be models of virtuous thoughts.
Time discovers truth
Seneca in his work, De Ira (On Anger): Book 2, cap. 22, line 2
Contra primus itaque causas pugnare debemus; causa autem iracundiae opinio iniuriae est, cui non facile credendum est. Ne apertis quidem manifestisque statim accedendum; quaedam enim falsa ueri speciem ferunt. Dandum semper est tempus: ueritatem dies aperit.
The cause of anger is the belief that we are injured; this belief, therefore, should not be lightly entertained. We ought not to fly into a rage even when the injury appears to be open and distinct: for some false things bear the semblance of truth. We should always allow some time to elapse, for time discloses the truth.
A common alternate translation of the final words is: Time discovers truth.
In our instant news cycle, it seems as if this classical warning ought to be hung in every newsroom and over every blogger's keyboard. Too many people seem too quick to seek too great offense over the least little bit of nothing (to use a phrase of my mother's). Manufactured outrage seems so prevalent but it is just another form of cognitive pollution.
Everyone does not know everyone else
From The Origin of Cosnciousness in the Breakdown of the Bicameral Mind by Julian Jaynes, page 149.
Civilization is the art of living in towns of such size that everyone does not know everyone else.
We are currently not monitoring the situation
300 Million Without Electricity In India After Restoration Of Power Grid from The Onion. Reminding us of how powerful satire can be in recalibrating our perspective; particularly when the satire is based on the truth.
NEW DELHI—According to estimates, roughly one-third of a billion Indian citizens were left without power Wednesday after workers successfully repaired the nation's electrical grid and brought all of its systems back online. "Since restoring our infrastructure to 100 percent capacity following Monday and Tuesday's blackouts, vast swaths of India are now completely without access to electricity," said the country's power minister, Veerappa Moily, who confirmed that three out of every four residents lacked access to such basic amenities as lighting, food refrigeration, and the use of simple appliances now that the country's grid had fully recovered. "We are currently not monitoring the situation, as everything appears to be functioning normally again in India." Government officials also stated that the widespread power outage had in no way compromised their ability to provide adequate sanitation to 31 percent of India's citizens
Shakespeare made up more than 8.5 percent of his written vocabulary
It is not enough that something be interesting or beautiful but that I want to find a pattern related to it or to quantify it as well. The aesthetic geek perhaps. Lederer speaks to the aesthetic geek.
An often neglected aspect of William Shakespeare's genius is that his words, as well as his works, were not just of an age, but for all time. He was, quite simply, the greatest wordmaker who ever lived. On-going research demonstrates that there are 20,138 lemmata (dictionary headwords) in Shakespeare's published works. That figure represents approximately forty percent of the total recorded for the English language up to the year 1623 - and Shakespeare could not have owned any dictionary in which he could have looked up these words! For purposes of comparison bear in mind that the written vocabulary of Homer totals approximately nine thousand words, of the King James Bible eight thousand, and of Milton ten thousand.
Of the 20,138 basewords that Shakespeare employs in his plays, sonnets, and other poems, his is the first known use of over 1,700 of them. The most verbally innovative of our authors and our all-time champion neologizer, Shakespeare made up more than 8.5 percent of his written vocabulary. Reading his works is like witnessing the birth of language itself.
This is almost inconceivable. Under what circumstances would anyone today read anyone who made up 9% of their own words? How would such an author even be perceived?
From a different perspective, how many people ever create something that lives on after them (other than in a biological fashion) that both ensure that their name remains in circulation and that continues to be used by millions or hundreds of millions. Shakespeare stands alone in so many ways.
The world we perceive is the world we see through words
From The Miracle of Language by Richard Lederer, page 9.
What do the stories of Helen Keller, Richard Wright, Malcolm X, and Anne Frank say to us? They tell us that the world we perceive is the world we see through words. They tell us, as Wittgenstein once wrote, that "of what we cannot speak, we must be silent." They tell us that human beings grapple with the mystery of life by trying to find words to say what it is. They tell us that we must never take for granted the miracle of language.
Narrative stories versus empirical stories
A riff based on my posts on decision-making (Requires Imagining Various Scenarios) , argument assessment (Identifying Cognitive Pollution, Good Storytelling and Bad Argument, How to Assess a Piece of Writing), and narrative versus empirical arguments (Success and Inevitability).
At the end of July 2012, candidate Romney took a trip overseas which generated heated partisan assessments. One argument was dominant (example - Mitt Romney wraps up tumultuous overseas tour by Dan Balz and Philip Rucker) – he’s not ready for prime time, he’s gaffe ridden, etc. The other argument (Charles Krauthammer, Romney’s Excellent Trip) was only infrequently made at all. In the scheme of things, this is a relatively inconsequential issue. Whether the Romney trip was successful, unsuccessful or irrelevant probably won’t be known for a good while. What caught my eye was that the argument that the trip was a failure was largely narrative driven, the creation of a recognizable story that fits some sort of comprehendible pattern with which people can affiliate. In contrast, the sole account I have seen that took the contra view, that the trip was a success, was an argument more constructed on empiricism and data.
As yet a further diversion, one of the issues generated in the narrative version of the reporting was a comment made by Romney in Jerusalem to the effect that Israel’s success was an example of the difference which culture makes in achievement. Rather an innocuous statement as the role of culture in long term economic or civilizational success is a mainstay in the fields of history and economics. Of course, those to whose achievements Israel’s were being contrasted, the Palestinians, were not unnaturally incensed which in turn made for good narrative copy. Jared Diamond (Mitt Romney 'Misrepresented My Views' by Luke Johnson) and Daron Acemoglu (Uncultured by Daron Acemoglu and James A. Robinson) piled on, arguing for their preferred theories of economic success.
On this particular issue (what are the elements which cause some economies to be hugely productive and others not), what is notable is that there is no consensus regarding what are the critical elements necessary for development, what are the weightings of those elements (which ones are more important than others), and how do they fit together to ensure economic development. Legitimate candidates are Values (McCloskey), Culture (Clark, Huntington and others), Geography (Diamond), Institutions (Anceou), Property Rights (de Soto), etc. The frank truth is that all these elements are probably critical (and perhaps a handful more) but that we really don’t know their relative weightings. This is one of those areas where predictable forecasting does not exist and though everyone has their own opinions, no one can reliably prove the efficacy of their particular viewpoint. We are at a knowledge frontier. To claim that someone, advancing the hypothesis that culture is a dominant if not the predominant factor in societal success, is wrong is simply hubris. They can only be wrong if we know the definitive answer and their explanation is inconsistent with that answer. Everyone has good reasons for their preferred explanation but the argument about economic development is not even close to being settled. No one is wrong, everyone is still searching and arguing.
But back to the main point of the contrasting news reports and their structure. The contrast got me to thinking. I overdramatize the difference between the two responses exemplified by Rucker/Balz and Krauthammer when I characterize the former as primarily a narrative account and the latter as an empirical argument but it is a useful dramatization.
Rucker/Balz and their ilk create a narrative structure. I suggest that in reporting or discussing any phenomenon, there is a hierarchy of questions. These questions can be answered in narrative form or in empirical form.
Ultimately, the narrative answers have to be reconciled with and incorporate the empirical answers so that they complete the discussion pyramid.
For a narrative hierarchy of questions to work and have credibility, there has to be a logical integrity between the layers of the pyramid. What happened has to be logically explained in words by the mechanics of how it happened and why it happened. At the bottom come the contextual questions of who was involved, when did it happen, where did it happen, which thing was chosen. As long as the statements are logically consistent with one another (a constructed narrative), the entire story has credibility. When approaching a story from a narrative perspective, there are powerful constraints and a close-ended goal – there has to be a familiar pattern, a tension and a consistency. Confirmation bias disposes us towards powerful narratives, (see my account regarding Stephen Jay Gould and The Mismeasure of Man), causing us to overlook factual concerns in deferment to narrative consistency. When someone starts with an existing narrative template, they seek 1) to ensure that there is consistency between the different question levels and then 2) that it is bolstered with available empirical facts.
The advantage of the narrative approach is that it appeals to many people and there is a certain efficiency to it. When people are familiar with the narrative templates, they fill in the blanks automatically (ex. Whatever the argument does not supply, the paradigm conveniently fills in). Narratives are very efficient and effective at communicating an idea. Their weakness is that the empirical data may not be there to support the conclusion being sought. Starting with the narrative, one then cherry picks the data to support it. So what you gain in efficiency of communication, you lose in integrity of argument.
In contrast, an empirical hierarchy of questions is really focused on provable statements and measured outcomes. The different levels of questions do not have to be consistent with one another. As long as there are inconsistencies, there are new questions to be asked. What actually happened? How did it happen? Why did it happen? There is much more of this in Krauthammer’s article which is why I characterize it as an empirical based article. Empirical stories are open ended. A portfolio of facts exists or are created followed by an attempt to knit them together so that there is some sort of connectivity between them. The strength of the empirical story is that it is bounded by reality but in attempting to connect disparate facts, it requires leaps of imagination and speculative thought. On the other hand, facts absent narrative structure tend not to engage a wide audience. What you gain in utility and creativity, you lose in audience.
Ultimately the narrative and the empirical stories have to come together. Either on their own can be persuasive but both are subject to significant error and tunnel vision. When the empirical story is married to the narrative story, neither survives as cleanly as they appeared when first presented. Which is fit. Life is messy and we never fully understand complex things when we first encounter them. The discipline of holding the narrative to the empirical facts improves the narrative. Establishing speculative links between empirical facts in order to craft a narrative, enriches the empirical questions.
As readers, our constant challenge is three-fold. 1) To discern which stories have their root in a pre-existing narratives, 2) To identify those stories whose roots are in a portfolio of facts cobbled together to create a story and 3) Tying either or both back to the Discussion Pyramid in order to get to answers.
This train of thought calls to mind the old adage about translations – If true, not beautiful, If beautiful not true. In the context of narrative versus empirical reporting it would take a slightly different form. If engaging then not accurate; if accurate then not engaging.
Let’s go back to the provocative observation of the contrast between articles describing Romney’s international travels. Most were pre-established narratives with a smattering of empirical information. At least one was more of an empirical story. Both sets were incomplete in terms of supporting a robust Discussion Pyramid. While I don’t think the actual event warrants the time or effort on the part of a general reader to try and reach some sort of proposition regarding an interpretation of the success or failure of the trip, the contrast of the articles does serve as a call to maintain awareness of the different strengths and weaknesses of narrative stories versus empirical stories.
Discussion Pyramid
Below is a representation of the Discussion Pyramid which I have found to be useful working with groups and teams trying to reach agreement on some issue or proposition. I introduce it here because it is relevant to an upcoming post. It is relevant to children’s reading because much of the information that children imbibe is only beneficial to the degree that it is used and the Discussion Pyramid helps people organize their thoughts, facts and narratives towards some end which can be communicated with others who might not share the same assumptions or goals.
The faster we can determine where two parties disagree, the easier it becomes to determine what can actually be achieved. The Discussion Pyramid serves two functions. As a diagnostic tool, it allows a group to find where it is that they are talking at cross-purposes with one another, thus allowing them to resolve that which is most important. It also helps avoid unintended consequences arising when different parties understand different facts or assumptions differently.
The second function that the Discussion Pyramid can serve is as a prospective tool of determining how to make an argument or proposition. Given audience X, and what I think they know or assume, what are the elements of the story or analytical argument which I need to emphasize or elaborate and which ones can I skate over.
In both instances, the Discussion Pyramid functions to improve communication between heterogeneous individuals or groups towards some productive end.
The pivot point, at the top of the pyramid is some hypothesis, proposition or argument. Simply establishing the terms of the argument can be the bulk of the exercise. Many, many teams spend inordinate amounts of time working at cross purposes because they failed to establish a common and shared understanding of the argument.
At the base of the pyramid is the second most critical set of activities which is to inventory what are the assumptions, definitions, context, constraints, implications, measures, and trade-offs relevant to the argument. An example might be useful. Let’s start with a simple proposition – It is helpful to children to read a lot. Sounds straight-forward and uncontroversial.
But what do we mean by helpful? Fun, useful for something now, useful for later in life, etc.? Helpful to whom? Parent or child? What do we include in reading? Advertisements, comic books, traditional books, e-books? What is a lot of reading? An absolute amount (3 books a month) or a relative amount (more than their classmates)? These may sound pedantic questions but having a clear proposition which everyone understands saves enormous amounts of time. A refined argument might look something like: Habitual and voluminous reading during childhood encourages knowledge acquisition, empathy, and imagination and can foster desirable values and behavior traits which will increase the chances of a child being successful later in life (by such traditional measures as health, education attainment, and income).
So if that is the argument, what are some of the often unstated assumptions, context, definitions, constraints, implications, trade-offs, and measures. Several have already been alluded to. Define book, define reading, define success, etc. How would you measure voluminous reading? Pages per day, words per minute, books per month? Do assigned school books get counted or just books that are read electively. What is the context? Is the child in a reading family or a family of non-readers? Are they near or far from a library? Do they have the financial wherewithal to purchase books or not? Are there siblings? Are there extended family members? Is it assumed that it is an intact family or single parent? Much talking or little? Much schoolwork or little? Much time spent on TV, computer, activities or little? Is there much time that can be spent on reading? If more time is spent reading, what other activity will get less time? Is there a risk that if the child starts reading more enthusiastically that they will be the target of bullying? Etc.
Once the argument is established with clarity and once an inventory of assumptions, definitions, measures, etc. has been taken, then the five critical questions become much easier to answer.
Is it real? – What empirical evidence exists that supports the argument that habitual and voluminous reading . . . increases the chances of a child being successful?
Do we understand the causes? – Is habitual and voluminous reading actually causing success or are there traits associated with reading (focus, diligence, vocabulary, etc.) which are the actual enablers of success? What causes what?
Can we change it? – If a child is not currently an enthusiastic reader, what are the actions we can take which we are confident will successfully make them an enthusiastic reader?
Is it important? - Is enthusiastic reading associated with a 3% increase in future education attainment or income levels, a 30% increase, 300%?
Is it worth it? – Whatever the increase, is that anticipated increase worthwhile given the time, cost and effort that might be required to foster an enthusiasm for reading?
As you can see, most of the cognitive legwork is in clarifying the argument and then defining terms, measures, et al. Once those two major tasks are accomplished, there is still work to be done to gather the necessary information to answer the five questions but answering them is a very focused exercise. It is very common for teams to discover that their shared assumptions about the reality of something or their shared assumptions about causes are entirely misplaced. While that is frustrating, it also materially reduces risk.
The Discussion Pyramid is simply a tool for organizing activities, discussions and thinking in a fashion that will help people move towards clear communication, agreement and effective action faster and easier.
I like how you punctuate ignorance with certainty
Always a fan of Scott Adams' Dilbert.
I find that kids 12-18 cotton to Adams and I suspect he gives them some level of awareness of the differences between the way the world theoretically ought to work and the way that the world actually does work. Casual Day Has Gone Too Far,Another Day in Cubicle Paradise, and When Did Ignorance Become a Point of View, are all forays into the adult world of office work that are likely to both sustain a reading habit as well as introduce a young adult to experiences and truths that will catch up with them at some point.
I swear he's like a lamp
What do these three sentences have in common?
Has Will a peer, I ask me.
I swear he's like a lamp.
We all make his praise.
Each is an anagram that uses all the letters in the name William Shakespeare, and each captures a luminous truth; Peerless Will Shakespeare shines through the centuries and inspires our praise.
I love word and number games. There is a mystical joy that comes from exercises such as these. How is it possible that eleven letters of an individual's name can be arranged in such a fashion as to craft three reasonably clear sentences that also speak a truth about the individual bearing that name?
I'm shocked, shocked . . .
An interesting take on the recent controversy regarding the journalist Jonah Lehrer (whose book How We Decide, I enjoyed) and the ethical obligations of a journalist when quoting someone. Jonah Lehrer, Bob Dylan, and journalistic unquotations by Mark Liberman.
I was shocked to read that Jonah Lehrer had quit his job at the New Yorker, after admitting that he fabricated some quotations from Bob Dylan in his recent book Imagine: How Creativity Works. I was shocked because what Lehrer did is consistent with the standard behavior of journalists, though perhaps not with the official story of what this behavior is supposed to be like. But the actual practice, in which journalists often put between quotation marks whatever representation of a source's opinions they feel that their narrative needs, was validated by judicial decision in a famous case involving another New Yorker writer 25 years ago — someone who is still on the magazine's staff.
Liberman looks at this as an issue of the severity of consequences (Lehrer resigned from The New Yorker) versus the empirical reality that journalists are known to routinely and consciously misquote subjects. He is surprised that Lehrer is taking a fall when we know and expect that the same sin has been committed by many or most other journalists without consequence to them. That is a fair point. But I think it misses the real point though.
I would argue that the issue is not a tactical one regarding whether journalists get their facts right. We all know that to a greater or lesser degree, most journalists get much of their reporting wrong (see You turn the page, and forget what you know discussing Michael Crichton's Gell-Mann Amnesia effect), including, likely, the quotations.
However, in our modern, volatile, fast-paced and complex environment, we are increasingly dependent on accurate information. We know that much of what we read in the papers (the first draft of history) will be incorrect and we make that allowance. Many of us may be concerned that what we read in the papers is desperately anemic, reflecting a cultural homogeneity of its writers. Much of what is written is dependent on a worldview not shared or validated by the lives of most other people. We make allowances for that as well.
This difference in worldview is frequently cast in left versus right terms but I suspect it is really about the narrowness of the cultural milieu of the writers - they are virtually all from middle-class backgrounds, they are all university educated, they virtually all live in cities, they are all white-collar knowledge workers, and they virtually all earn (the established ones) three or four times more than the average household. They can't help but be rather unrepresentative of the rest of the world as experienced by their readers. They can't help but have assumptions and beliefs not shared by others.
So we make allowances for error and for bias when it comes to individuals responsible for delivering truthful information about complex issues.
What we don't tolerate, and I believe this to be the issue for Lehrer (and Jayson Blair and Janet Cooke and Stephen Glass, and Michael Bellesiles, etc.) is for the journalist to intentionally mislead us. The noise-to-signal ratio is already too high for most of us. For a journalist to increase it yet further with deliberate inaccuracies or misrepresentations, whether owing to laziness or working in support of some unstated agenda, is a transgression too far.
As we move into this modern connected world of always connected, always on, and an inundation of information, we set greater and greater store upon Trust and Truth. Those whom we trust are expected to tell the truth and those that are found wanting are generally cleansed from the information eco-system. They are no longer trusted to be purveyors of truth.
I must conclude, however unlikely the conclusion seems, that you have a taste for middle-aged moralising.
From The Inner Ring by C. S. Lewis, Memorial Lecture at King’s College, University of London, in 1944.
A very manageable address that I recommend in its entirety.
When you invite a middle-aged moralist to address you, I suppose I must conclude, however unlikely the conclusion seems, that you have a taste for middle-aged moralising. I shall do my best to gratify it. I shall in fact, give you advice about the world in which you are going to live. I do not mean by this that I am going to talk on what are called current affairs. You probably know quite as much about them as I do. I am not going to tell you—except in a form so general that you will hardly recognise it—what part you ought to play in post-war reconstruction.
It is not, in fact, very likely that any of you will be able, in the next ten years, to make any direct contribution to the peace or prosperity of Europe. You will be busy finding jobs, getting married, acquiring facts. I am going to do something more old-fashioned than you perhaps expected. I am going to give advice. I am going to issue warnings. Advice and warnings about things which are so perennial that no one calls them “current affairs.”
And of course everyone knows what a middle-aged moralist of my type warns his juniors against. He warns them against the World, the Flesh, and the Devil. But one of this trio will be enough to deal with today. The Devil, I shall leave strictly alone. The association between him and me in the public mind has already gone quite as deep as I wish: in some quarters it has already reached the level of confusion, if not of identification. I begin to realise the truth of the old proverb that he who sups with that formidable host needs a long spoon. As for the Flesh, you must be very abnormal young people if you do not know quite as much about it as I do. But on the World I think I have something to say.
In the passage I have just read from Tolstoy, the young second lieutenant Boris Dubretskoi discovers that there exist in the army two different systems or hierarchies. The one is printed in some little red book and anyone can easily read it up. It also remains constant. A general is always superior to a colonel, and a colonel to a captain. The other is not printed anywhere. Nor is it even a formally organised secret society with officers and rules which you would be told after you had been admitted. You are never formally and explicitly admitted by anyone. You discover gradually, in almost indefinable ways, that it exists and that you are outside it; and then later, perhaps, that you are inside it.
There are what correspond to passwords, but they are too spontaneous and informal. A particular slang, the use of particular nicknames, an allusive manner of conversation, are the marks. But it is not so constant. It is not easy, even at a given moment, to say who is inside and who is outside. Some people are obviously in and some are obviously out, but there are always several on the borderline. And if you come back to the same Divisional Headquarters, or Brigade Headquarters, or the same regiment or even the same company, after six weeks’ absence, you may find this secondary hierarchy quite altered.
There are no formal admissions or expulsions. People think they are in it after they have in fact been pushed out of it, or before they have been allowed in: this provides great amusement for those who are really inside. It has no fixed name. The only certain rule is that the insiders and outsiders call it by different names. From inside it may be designated, in simple cases, by mere enumeration: it may be called “You and Tony and me.” When it is very secure and comparatively stable in membership it calls itself “we.” When it has to be expanded to meet a particular emergency it calls itself “all the sensible people at this place.” From outside, if you have dispaired of getting into it, you call it “That gang” or “they” or “So-and-so and his set” or “The Caucus” or “The Inner Ring.” If you are a candidate for admission you probably don’t call it anything. To discuss it with the other outsiders would make you feel outside yourself. And to mention talking to the man who is inside, and who may help you if this present conversation goes well, would be madness.
Anyone who cannot cope with mathematics is not fully human
You know, I really should carve out some time to read some Robert Heinlein. I keep running across quotes from him that ring true but he just was never a part of my library growing up. Some of the things I come across seem militaristic or over-the-top judgmental but they also are sometimes admirably plain-spoken. For example.
Anyone who cannot cope with mathematics is not fully human. At best he is a tolerable subhuman who has learned to wear shoes, bathe and not make messes in the house.
From Time Enough for Love by Robert Heinlein.
Too strident by far but also scarily true in today's complex global economy. If you don't have a fundamental grasp of mathematics, and particularly statistics, you are almost perforce not part of the conversation.
The English language hasn't got where it is by being pure
From The Miracle of Language by Richard Lederer, page 24. A couple of passages touch on elements pertinent to my suspicion that language is subject to many of the same types of forces such as variation and selection as described by Darwin. In this instance, Lederer first addresses the catholicity of English. On the one hand, there is an immense vocabulary that lends itself to exquisite nuance and precision.
It is often said that what most immediately sets English apart from other languages is the richness of its vocabulary. Webster's Third New International Dictionary lists 450,000 words, and the compendious Oxford English Dictionary lists 615,000, but that is only part of the total. Technical and scientific terms, family words, slang and argot, and spanking-new creations, unenshrined in ordinary dictionaries, would add hundreds of thousands more, bringing the total of entries to as high as two million. In comparison, German, according to traditional estimates, has a vocabulary of about 185,000, Russian 130,000, and French fewer than 100,000.
One reason English has accumulated such a vast word hoard is that it is the most hospitable and democratic language that has ever existed. English has never rejected a word because of its race, creed, or national origin. Having welcomed into its vocabulary words from a multitude of other languages and dialects, ancient and modern, far and near, English is unique in the number and variety of its borrowed words. Fewer than thirty percent of our words spring from the original Anglo-Saxon word stock; the rest are imported. As the poet Carl Sandburg once said, "The English language hasn't got where it is by being pure."
On the other hand, English is also extremely efficient.
The great nineteenth-century linguist Jakob Grimm wrote, "In richness, good sense, and terse convenience, no other living language may be put beside English." By "terse convenience" Grimm meant that ours is a strikingly direct and concise tongue. Translate a document from English into French or Spanish or German or Russian, and the translation, if true to the original, will emerge about twenty-five percent longer. Examine bilingual signs and messages and you will find that the English half is inevitably more compact.
A careful count of the number of syllables needed to translate the Gospel according to Mark into various languages indicates that, compared to other tongues, brevity is the soul of English:
Teutonic languages (average) 32,650
French 36,500
Slavic languages (average) 36,500
Romance languages (average) 40,200
Indo-Iranian languages (average) 43,100
So English is both a language of great precision as well as brevity. It is much easier to communicate an exact message more efficiently. Nearly 30% more efficiently compared to Indo-Iranian languages. Does that make a difference? Could do. Assume that the effort in communicating is directly proportionate to productivity (as a hypothetical). In that case, 30% more efficient communication translates into 30% greater productivity. Is the English language farmer who sets aside 130 baskets of wheat more likely to make it through the winter than the Indo-Iranian farmer with only 100 baskets? Sure.
Now all that is built on a fairly weak foundation of assumptions but the underlying principle that efficiency of communication likely has a material impact on both productivity as well as on survival is, I think, sound. Certainly in manufacturing and business management, when you design processes to optimize efficiency and effectiveness (precision), you usually see a compounding effect. One small improvement here allows a slightly larger improvement over there - pretty soon you see a cascade of productivity improvement. Is language the same? I favor the idea that it is.
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AdSense Popups? Legit?
Publishing & Content
It is against the AdSense TOS to put ads in pop ups, but what if they are in a DHTML layer?
Adimpact.com, the company that powers ads in DHTML Layers (pop-ups that don't get blocked) has launched functionality that allows AdSense publishers to run AdSense creatives through Adimpact.com.
Depends on what...
SeanIM on Wed, 2006-05-31 23:08.
your definition of "up" is.
rynert on Wed, 2006-05-31 23:20.
Aaron, that link is broke :)
[edit] Was broke :)
When is a popup not a pop up
johnwards on Thu, 2006-06-01 01:38.
When its a < div > < span > or what ever tag.
A pop up is a new window. Not a bit of html positioned using CSS.
edit: nm
foo on Thu, 2006-06-01 03:12.
BTW... I wasn't really
seobook on Thu, 2006-06-01 03:22.
BTW... I wasn't really outing here, Shawn submitted the story suggestion he posted about on his blog, and he is running the ads on his site.
When is a popup not a popup
wheel on Thu, 2006-06-01 05:52.
Since when did you have to 'open a new window' to call it a popup? They're achieving the same thing as opening a new window using different technology. Achieving the same thing as a popup? Then it's a popup.
I expect you'd find pretty much 100% of consumers would see these as popups.That's all I've ever seen them as.
You might want to figure out
SEOblackhat on Thu, 2006-06-01 06:09.
You might want to figure out the IP of whoever at google is checking / reviewing those ads and send them a slightly different version of the page.
Don't do it...
IncrediBILL on Thu, 2006-06-01 14:45.
The T&Cs are very clear about not calling undue attention to the ads, which a popup does.
I've reported a few idiots with adsense on popups and scrolling javascript windows just to see what Google would do. One was yanked the next day, the other appeared to have lost his adsense account after ignoring them.
sure you did
John Andrews on Thu, 2006-06-01 16:41.
I've reported a few idiots with adsense on popups and scrolling javascript windows just to see what Google would do.
You know, this "reporting" behavior is bad for everybody. I'm just sayin', Bill. Knock me upside my hard head if what you said (quoted here) is not fukwit behavior. You ratted another webmaster for what is demonstrably debatable activities, just so you could see what Google would do?
Shame shame shame. I think you're spending too much time with the scrapers. You know what they say, you won't find the devil on the darker side.... the devil will find you.
You know, this "reporting"
SteveMarks on Sat, 2007-01-13 00:32.
You know, this "reporting" behavior is bad for everybody.
Not it isn't. It is only bad for one group of people. Thanks for letting us know the type of person you are.
Sorry John, if you think reporting flagrant violators on AdSense policies which are ripping off the advertisers and driving them out of the content network makes me a "fukwit" then you obviously don't use AdSense nor do you make any serious coin from it.
If you did use AdSense, or were an AdWords advertiser, you wouldn't have such ridiculous attitudes unless you're one of the idiots violating AdSense terms just to drive up your own checkbook balance.
For someone claiming to be so intelligent I can't believe you're sticking up for webmasters trying to game AdSense and ripping off advertisers, you lost a few respect points with those comments.
it's all in the language
I only disagree completely with the parts I bolded. Most of those are skewed from fact by the use of superlatives and the like anyway. I don't think we started by talking about "flagrant violators". I also don't know where I made claims of intelligence (?)
Of course I game AdSense. It is a game. I don't break the rules, but I certainly try and take advantage of market inefficiencies whenever possible. If I don't, people like graywolf will. Why should I leave profits on the table for another player to take home?
Back to AdImpact... looks like they count impressions even if not served (?) Check out the FAQ page:
Your Web Browser must be able to accept Cookies from Adimpact.com for the system to function properly. If you are using a Privacy Enhanced Browser ( such as IE 6.0 ) you must set up the browser to allow cookies from this domain.
Of course your users are not changing their privacy settings to specifically allow AdImpact.com cookies, so the page loads with no ads. HOWEVER, I see that it gets counted as an impression anyway (for which they charge a fee). Not good. Of course the referenced article links to AdImpact via an affiliate code so buyer beware.
You can twist it all you want, enjoy.
popup is as popup does?
Wit on Thu, 2006-06-01 23:54.
A "popup" floating layer div thingie will disappear as soon as you close the window or tab that spawned it. Quite different from a new window that stays intact.
But are hovering ads icky? Sure.
Just please don't be tempted to make the block of ads follow your mouse cursor around wherever it goes. Now that would be really bad LOL
>Just please don't be
seobook on Fri, 2006-06-02 00:09.
>Just please don't be tempted to make the block of ads follow your mouse cursor around wherever it goes.
Goes off to create script to disable back button, disable address bar, disable closing IE, and create a floating div to follow your mouse.
Part 2: write ebook that guarantees a 99% + CTR and sell it with an ebook about making millions from AdSense.
[blockquote>I've reported a
Yes on Fri, 2006-06-02 05:24.
Sorry, but you lost me at the "to see what Google do" disclosure. You're playing a game to poke the beast just as those "victims" of yours did. Not everybody will buy any tarting up of the underlying reasons with feigned ethics / protection of advertisers arguments.
@Yes
IncrediBILL on Fri, 2006-06-02 13:15.
The ethics aren't feigned at all but learning which violations Google tolerates or terminates as an AdWords user is valuable to know IMO. Derive from that what you will, I know what I did and why, perhaps my choice of words was lacking but that wasn't the intent. If you don't believe me, too bad, I know the truth of the matter regardless of how it came across.
as Pooh says, "think think think"
John Andrews on Fri, 2006-06-02 13:31.
I exercise a wee bit of artistic license and add the bold...
I don't thinkThe ethics aren't feigned at all but learning which violations Google tolerates or terminates as an AdWords user is valuable to know IMO. Derive from that what you will, I think I know what I did and I think I know why, perhaps my choice of words was lacking but that wasn't the intent. If you don't believe me, too bad, I think I know the truth of the matter regardless of how it came across.
The point is we only see what we see, so restating what we see as truth is.....redundant and unnecessary.
countdown begins
johnweb on Fri, 2007-01-12 10:57.
[stealth editor's note - I've nuked the drive-by spam post above this ]
exppopy out of here in 3...2...1...
wow... 7 months to a
John Andrews on Sat, 2007-01-13 19:52.
wow... 7 months to a rebuttal. Anyway...
Reporting on those who interpret Google's guidelines differently than you do is wrong. Google is a commercial entity and one that plays 3 sides of the web advertising business (sells ads, takes a commission on placed ads, and sets the rank of pages that get served as results). If anyone has an unfair advantage in that game, it's Google. So reporting others who have not clearly violated the letter of the rules so Google can knock them, is bad for everybody. It's feeding the monopoloy. If you don't think feeding the monopoly more power is bad for everybody, I can't help you out of your closed mind.
Bill said that popups clearly draw attention to the ads... last I looked that was his opinion, and not fact (remember..thos thread was 7 months ago). To be honest, if Bill said he asked Google if that was ok, I wouldn't object. But he didn't do that. He reported them as spam and also said he did it "to see what would happen" (not to improve the quality of the SERPs or even more reasonable IMHO, to secure his own competitive position as a fair player).
SteveMarks infers above that I am one of "one group of people" but doesn't have the guts to say what that is. When he has such courage, I welcome the clarification, and will address it.
I have heard your argument before
When I was 13 and told by the cool kids to not snitch because they were stealing stuff from the school. It didn't hold up then, it doesn't hold up now.
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11-1-08 Pictures and memories of the old �Dawson Homeplace� � Old Cotton Houses
It has been a long time since cotton was king in Oconee County. For a number of years now, farming as we knew it, is �Gone With the Wind�. Later generations have sold farms for land prices that our ancestors would not have imagined to be possible.
Pictures and memories of the old “Dawson Homeplace”- Old Cotton Houses
By Wendell Dawson, Editor, AVOC, Inc
The Dawson Homeplace was owned by my Great-Grandfather Young Henderson Daniell, who died in 1905. My Grandmother, Hassie Daniell Dawson (Mama Hassie) grew up there and so did my Dad, Rayford T. Dawson, and his siblings, and later my generation. My grandfather, Cliff Dawson, and my father, Rayford Dawson, died in the home house.
Old Cotton Houses at Dawson Homeplace –Picture Taken in 1954- The small log house to left was where meat was cured. The next one was the high cotton house and the one to right of it was Poison House and the last on the right was the Long Cotton House.
COTTON HOUSES
My memory has many ‘files’ of activities on these grounds. Recently, my wife found an old 1954 photo of the “Cotton Houses” located in front of the house and adjacent to what is now Cliff Dawson Road. I have many memories of the “Cotton Houses”- unloading wheat, corn, cotton, fertilizer, poison for cotton, meat in salt boxes etc.
MEAT CURING HOUSE
In the “meat house” were wooden boxes filled with salt (approximately 4 X 4 X 4 feet) in which fresh pork hams and shoulders were ‘cured’ and stored. Later the meat would be hung in the old Smokehouse behind the homehouse. The little log house that was the meat curing house also had a large wooden box (approximately 8 X12 X 6 feet deep). Fresh harvested wheat was stored in this box and from time to time, bags of it would be taken to Snow’s Mill or elsewhere to be ground into flour for food for the family.
HIGH COTTON HOUSE
The “High Cotton House” was used to store cotton after it was picked until it was ready to be ginned. Later, large cotton wagons changed this operation and cotton was emptied from sheets after picking into the wagons for the trip to the cotton gin- at Watkinsville or Walt Jones Gin in Statham. During the fifties, harvested wheat and sometimes oats were stored in this building which had material around the sides to prevent leaks and to keep out rodents. The old tenant house where I lived until I was about 14 was also used for grain storage for the Federal Crop Program. Mr. John Clovis Saxon would come around to “measure” the grain and insure that USDA had security for its crop loan program.
Rayford Dawson Weighing Cotton along Cliff Dawson Road in 1962
POISON HOUSE
The “Poison House” was used to store bags of poison for the cotton fields.At one time, a mixture of arsenic and molassess was used to “mop the cotton” to kill boll weevils. The poison house was avoided except to load and unload poison. In later years, scientific advancement allowed for a less intrusive system of controlling boll weevils – genetic engineering I believe has been used to reduce the population.
The boll weevil was a real threat to cotton farmers until about the 70’s and 80’s. They could bore into unopened cotton bolls and destroy it before it bloomed into cotton. It could drastically reduce the crop production and farmers would take drastic steps to fight the boll weevil. The “boll weevil depression” of the 1920’s was a disaster. It caused many farmers to lose their farms. In running real estate titles, one could see a lot of farms owned by Insurance Companies (John Hancock was one) and by the Federal Land Bank. This economic loss preceded the Great Depression and probably made it much worse for rural Georgians.
LONG COTTON HOUSE
The Long Cotton House was used to store cotton waiting for the trip to the gin. It was also used to store corn and one end was where fertilizer was stored. In my adolescence, I remember “shucking corn” and other chores in this house. In my mind’s eye, I can remember visions and dreams of going to the Athens Area Agricultural Fair in the Fall. Daddy would let us have the money from ‘picking scrap cotton” to spend at the Fair. In the agricultural south, especially before TV and better transportation, the Fair or Carnival was a real annual treat and most of us had that experience on an annual basis.
Sometimes, the Long Cotton House was used for other purposes. Sometimes a female dog in season would be kept enclosed until the mood passed. It was also where our childhood pet, Pup, spent his last days alive after being run over by Dad backing his car out of the yard on a busy day. Pup had been with us for over 10 years and was a “bird dog” by looks but to us he was a playmate and protector during our childhood.
It has been a long time since cotton was king in Oconee County. For a number of years now, farming as we knew it, is “Gone With the Wind”. Later generations have sold farms for land prices that our ancestors would not have imagined to be possible.
Change has brought more material prosperity. “Progress” has brought many modern conveniences and a better standard of living. Some of us do miss the sense of community that we enjoyed in the 40’s, 50’s, and 60’s. In those years, we had long-term neighbors – who lived within a couple of miles. We had bonds with family and school class mates that continued for years and for lifetimes.
Dawson Homeplace
Pappy Daniell –Young H. Daniell
7-15-04 The Dawson "Homeplace” on Cliff Dawson Road- Oconee County -PART 1
7-19-04 More History of Dawson Homeplace in Oconee County, Georgia
9-23-05 Josiah Daniell, Farm Boy & WW I Hero of Oconee County, Georgia
1-3-05 Developer Claims in Oconee County Rezones & Their Actions
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Title: Fisterra
Subject: Costa da Morte, Geology of the Iberian Peninsula, Finisterre, Costa do Marisco, Cape Finisterre
Location in Spain
José Manuel Traba Fernández
29.43 km2 (11.36 sq mi)
Finisterranos
Ships in the port.
Langosteira beach.
Fisterra (Galician pronunciation: , Spanish: Finisterre) is a municipality in the province of A Coruña, in the autonomous community of Galicia, Spain. It belongs to the comarca of Fisterra. Fisterra is on Cape Finisterre, the final destination for many pilgrims on the Way of St. James.
Fisterra is on the rocky Costa da Morte (Galician: "Coast of Death"), named because of the large number of shipwrecks along these shores. The name Fisterra comes from Latin FINIS TERRAE, meaning "Land's End". This name stems from the fact that this area is on a remote peninsula that is one of the westernmost points of land in Galicia, and hence in Spain.
Fisterra is an ancient port and fishing village, formed by narrow streets leading to the Plaza de Ara Solis. The chapel of Nosa Señora do Bon Suceso, dating from the 18th century, is on the plaza. There is a spectacular lighthouse on a 600 metre promontory called "Monte Facho" at the tip of Cape Finisterre overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. On the road up to the lighthouse is the parish church of Santa María de Fisterra which contains the Chapel of Santo Cristo.
Fisterra is 108 km from A Coruña, and 98 km from Santiago de Compostela.
Lighthouse.
Pre-Christian beliefs 3
Main sights 4
Civil parishes 6
Demography 7
Fisterra has some spectacular beaches like O Rostro, Arnela, Mar de Fóra, Langosteira, Ribeira, and Corveiro. Many of the beaches are framed by steep cliffs leading down to the "Mare Tenebrosum" (or dark sea, the name of the Atlantic in the Middle Ages).
There are several rocks in this area associated with religious legends, such as the "holy stones", the "stained wine stones", the "stone chair", and the tomb of Orcabella.[1]
After the discovery of the tomb of St. James, pilgrims on the Way of St. James started to arrive from Santiago to Fisterra to worship in front of an image of Sacred Christ, view the relics of San Guillerme, and see the "End of the Earth".
In 1479, a hospital to accommodate the arriving pilgrims was built. Many of the pilgrims were noblemen or otherwise famous.
Thousands of visitors continue to arrive in Fisterra every day.
Pre-Christian beliefs
In the area there are many remnants of pre-Christian beliefs and sacred locations. On Cape Finisterre, some claim that there is the "Altar Soli", where the Celts engaged in sun worship and assorted rituals.
The Monte Facho, on Cape Finisterre, was the place where the Celtic Nerios from Duio carried out their offerings and rites in honour of the sun. St. William of Gellone also lived in a house located there. Near St. William's house, sterile couples would have sexual intercourse on one specific stone to try to conceive, following a Celtic rite of fertility.
Castle of San Carlos, built during the reign of Charles III of Spain.
Church of Nosa Señora das Areas (late 12th century, modified later). It houses the image of the Holy Christ of Fisterra.
Bon Suceso Chapel (18th century)
Fisterra Lighthouse, the main on the Costa de la Muerte.
Every Easter there is a local festival featuring the Christ of the Golden Beard.
Civil parishes
Duio (San Vicenzo)
Fisterra (Santa María)
San Martiño de Duio (San Martiño)
Sardiñeiro (San Xoán)
From:INE Archiv
^ Orcabella is a Celtic goddess that takes the form of a hag and has a prodigious sexual appetite. Humans cannot hurt Orcabella; they only see her or feel her. Orcabella has many features that are similar to the Irish crone-goddess, Cailleach Bhéirre (LA MITOLOGÍA Y EL FOLKLORE DE GALICIA Y LAS REGIONES CÉLTICAS DEL NOROESTE EUROPEO ATLÁNTICO, Manuel Alberro, Inst. of Cornish Studies, University of Exeter)
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Another Opinion with Paul Hosse'
A Non-partisan Political Commentary for Those Who Think for Themselves
The Gale Winds of Change
The gale winds of political change have begun to blow. These winds come every so often. They are born of idealism and anger and when they pass, the political landscape is altered; sometimes beyond recognition. The first of these winds was the Tea Party. Comprised mainly of older, well educated, and mostly conservative remnants of the middle class, they burst on to the scene to protest the government excess, corruption, and the revolving door of the corporate/government complex. They opposed the bailouts of Wall Street and the bank industry and the abandonment of the Middle America. Their mass movement was at first ignored by main street media. After it became apparent that the winds of change were going to be sustained, corporate media jump into action to ridicule the Tea Party as "fringe", "radical", “extremist” and full of the "crazies". The majority of Americans ignored the commercially sponsored organized propaganda from the talking heads of corporate media and pursued their own investigation and discovered a different truth.
Now, another, perhaps most telling wind has begun to blow. This wind calls itself "Occupy Wall Street", and like the Tea Party, it has spun off hundreds like itself. This wind condemns much of what the earlier tempest did---corporate greed, government ineptitude and corruption, destruction of the environment, unfair taxation, and outsourcing of jobs. But the key difference is that this storm brings with it the energy of youth. The Tea Party never contained much of the youth. The "Occupy Movement", if one is to call it that draws its strength from the younger crowd, as well as the unemployed and underemployed blue collar; the working poor; the lower middle class; as well as many others.
Thus far, the corporate media has largely ignored or under reported what's happening in places like San Francisco, Chicago, and, of course, New York City. These protests against governmental, if not societal failure are spreading like wildfire. There are literally hundreds of similar groups springing up across the nation. At its heart, are the failure of both political parties and the capitalist model of economic pillage and imposed serfdom. The "99%" of Americans, who received no government bailout; who received no loans; who received no relief from toxic mortgages and foreclosures. But corporate America did, and the American taxpayers paid for it while Washington listened to their K Street paymasters. We've seen no curbing of illegal immigration. There's been no fence built, yet we've told the federal government to build one dozens if not hundreds of times. We still have to request to hear our own language.
We are seeing the first effects of global climate change. Does it really matter if it’s man made or part of natural cycle? What no one can dispute is that something is happening. The results are the same. We must take steps to alter our societal behavior, if only to slow global warming down. Corporations have done much to stall or derail any serious efforts to create cleaner energy sources like solar or wind. On the other hand, they've given us "feel good" media about all they've done out of a sense of corporate citizenship, so why blame them? Gotta love public relations and clever folks in marketing.
So where does that leave us? We have two distinct groups basically seeking the same goals. One is the Tea Party, who tend to be older, better educated, and slightly more affluent. The other is the Occupy groups, who seem to include more college age students and blue collar individual. Together, they represent what’s left of the middle class, blue collar workers, and lower income individuals. Their object of their combined frustrations is Washington, including both political parties, and the corporate elite who run Washington. Yes, there are differences besides their demographics. The Tea Party is more conservative, though not as extremist as the media portrays. For instance, they would like to see a small federal government. The other appears to be more liberal leaning. They would like to see a more responsible though not necessarily smaller government. But there is common ground and common cause between them. I urge both groups to explore ways to combine, if not coordinate their efforts. I urge you dear reader to plug in to which ever group you feel most comfortable with and work for the change we need to save this country for our children and their children. The time is now.
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Lebanon Morning
Bomb kills lawmaker, six others, Hariri reax, morning scenes
AP TELEVISION
Saad Hariri , Emile Lahoud
1. Wide of area were bomb blast happened
2. Mid of men looking at the remains of a car
3. Cordon next to remains of a vehicle
4. People inspecting damage
5. Dented parked cars along the road
6. Mangled vehicles
7. Pan of damage
8.Damaged building
9. People looking at damage
10. SOUNDBITE (Arabic) Elie Roukoz, Beirut Resident:
" As you see the whole buildings are damaged, we felt that the ground is shaking up and down."
11. Cars along street in Beirut
12. Various of man reading paper
13. Pan of papers on the news stand
14. Mid of front page reading (ENGLISH) " MP Antoine Ghamen assassinated"
15. SOUNDBITE (Arabic) Samer Mrad, Beirut Resident
" We want to see and to know the hands behind such acts and who has the interest. This is only affecting the poor and miserable people."
16. Lebanese security forces convoy along street
17. SOUNDBITE: (Arabic) Saad Hariri, Lebanese lawmaker heading the main anti-Syrian alliance in Parliament:
"The presidency does not belong to Saad Hariri, or to Hassan Nasrallah, or to Nabih Berri, or to Michel Aoun, or to any other party. The presidency belongs to the people of Lebanon."
18. Cutaway
"The International Tribunal, which will try those cowardly criminal killers, will also try those who sabotage the presidential elections."
20. Various of locked up shops
Lebanese leaders pledged on Thursday to press ahead with a divisive election for president, to be held in Parliament in coming days, despite the car bombing assassination of an anti-Syrian lawmaker.
Wednesday's bomb killed Antoine Ghanem, an anti-Syria lawmaker, and six others in a Christian neighbourhood of Beirut and threatened to derail efforts to bring the country's rival parties together to agree on a head of state ahead of time, before voting is set to begin next week.
Investigators were at the sight examining the remains of the blast.
At least 67 were wounded in the explosion, which severely damaged buildings and set cars ablaze during rush hour on a busy street in the Sin el-Fil neighbourhood.
Ghanem, 64, a member of the right-wing Christian Phalange party, had returned from refuge abroad only two days earlier. He was the eighth anti-Syria figure and fourth governing coalition lawmaker to be assassinated in less than three years.
On Thursday Lebanese newspapers were focused entirely on the assassination.
Samer Mrad a Beirut resident said he wants to know who is behind the attack.
" We want to see and to know that hands behind such acts and who has the interest. This is only affecting the poor and miserable people," he said.
Coalition members blamed Syria for the death, but Damascus denied involvement, as it has for the previous seven assassinations, including the 2005 bombing death of former Prime Minister Rafik Hariri.
Prime Minister Fuad Saniora asked the United Nations secretary-general in a letter to add the Ghanem assassination to an international probe into Hariri's slaying and other political crimes in Lebanon.
On Wednesday Hariri's son, who now heads the main anti-Syrian alliance in the Lebanese parliament, called the perpetrators of the attack "cowardly criminal killers".
"The presidency does not belong to Saad Hariri, or to Hassan Nasrallah, or to Nabih Berri, or to Michel Aoun, or to any other party. The presidency belongs to the people of Lebanon," Saad Hariri said.
Many people fear the divisions over the presidency could lead to creation of two rival governments, a grim threat to repeat the last two years of Lebanon's 1975-90 civil war when army units loyal to competing administrations battled it out.
President Emile Lahoud, an ally of Syria, is due to step down from the presidency by November 23 and government supporters see the vote as the opportunity to put one of their own in the post.
But Hezbollah and its allies have vowed to block any candidate they do not approve and they can do so by boycotting the ballots, preventing the needed two-thirds quorum of 85 votes.
If no candidate is agreed on by the time Lahoud steps down, Prime Minister Fuad Saniora and his cabinet would automatically take on executive powers.
If that happens, opposition supporters have said Lahoud might appoint a second government, a step many fear would break up the country.
Schools, universities and many businesses in Christian areas of Beirut, plus in the Mount Lebanon region north of the capital, closed on Thursday in a day of mourning and to observe a strike called by the Phalange Party.
A funeral was to be held Friday.
Political assassinations , Bombings , Assassinations , Government and politics , War and unrest , Sabotage , Legislature , Presidential elections , General news , Crime , National elections , Elections
Beirut , Beyrouth , Lebanon
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Lebanon Hariri
Preview as focus in killing probe shifts to tribunal
Beirut - 28 February 2009
1. Wide pan of Beirut cityscape
2. Ein El Mraiseh street, site of explosion that killed former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri
3. Mid of Rafik Hariri statue
4. Mid of damage to building
5. Memorial flame where Hariri was assassinated
6. Set up of Member of Parliament Aatef Majdalani in his office
7. Close of photograph featuring Majdalani and Hariri
8. SOUNDBITE (Arabic): Aatef Majdalani, Lebanese legislator from the Future Movement bloc:
" The start of the international tribunal is the beginning of the saving of Lebanon and the start of the international tribunal is the beginning of the end of the political assassination."
9. Cutaway Hariri pin on Majdalani's lapel
10. SOUNDBITE (Arabic): Aatef Majdalani, Lebanese legislator from the Future Movement bloc:
" When the slain Prime Minister President Rafik Hariri was assassinated, the Syrian regime was in Lebanon and Lebanon was under the Syrian hegemony. The entire security was under their hands and that is why the international investigation committee pointed its accusation against the regime. I think that the tribunal should be able to try any suspect or criminal."
11. Tilt down exterior of Al-Amin mosque in central Beirut
12. Sign indicating "1475" days since Hariri's assassination
13. Various of Hariri's grave
14. Wide of Lebanese justice minister, Ibrahim Najjar, in his office
15. Cutaway close-up of Lebanese flag
16. SOUNDBITE (English): Ibrahim Najjar, Lebanese Justice Minister:
" The tribunal will be really independent and I think that, at least as far as Lebanese politicians are concerned, we have no intention whatsoever to interfere with the tribunal and its independence. This is really the way we see the tribunal functioning - with independence and capacity and only in order to find out the truth and to give their verdict."
17. Cutaway camera lens
" Lebanon has really shocked with too many assassinations. I would say since more than 30 even 40 years. And it is about time now to terminate all that processes. We have to know who did what and this will be very benefit for us."
FILE: Beirut - 14 March 2005
19. Pan across protest crowd, protesters holding Lebanese flags
20. Mid of posters featuring Lebanese security chiefs being held up
21. Set up of Samar Al-Hajj, wife of detained Brigadier General Ali Hajj
22. Portrait of Brigadier General Ali Hajj
23. SOUNDBITE (Arabic): Samar Al-Hajj, Wife of detained Brigadier General Ali Hajj:
" We have been detained illegally for three and a half years. There is no existence for any law that can justify the detention of freedom. The detention is justified by a non-existent authority, in an illegal prison which does not exist on the prisons' map in Lebanon and does not relate to the chief of police as other prisons. If we want to speak legally we should not go to The Hague, otherwise they can take them (the four pro-Syria generals) in an arbitrary way, exceeding all the protocols and keep them there until the end of the parliamentarian elections."
FILE: Beirut - 15 February 2005
24. Various of aftermath of explosion which killed Hariri, firefighters tackling blazing vehicle wreckage
Investigators have pored over evidence for four years - a human tooth found at the bombing site, a suicide truck that was stolen in Japan and made its way to Lebanon, reams of phone records and hundreds of interviews.
Now the focus in one of the Mideast's most dramatic political assassinations is shifting to prosecution, with the convening on Sunday of an international tribunal on the slaying of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri.
Despite the start of proceedings in the Netherlands, it is still not known who will be accused in the suicide truck bombing that killed Hariri and 22 other people on a seaside street in Beirut on February 14, 2005.
Also unknown is the most politically explosive question - whether the proceedings will implicate Syria's government, which many Lebanese believe was behind the murder of a man who led opposition to the long Syrian military occupation of Lebanon.
Syria has denied any involvement.
The tribunal was welcomed on Saturday by Lebanese lawmaker Aatef Majdalani, of the Future Movement bloc, who said it would be the saving of Lebanon.
Majdalani said that Syria would be in the spotlight as Lebanon was under the Syrian regime at the time of the assassination.
The United Nations Security Council had to impose the mixed Lebanese-international Special Tribunal after Lebanon's parliament was too divided to approve it.
But Lebanese Justice Minister Ibrahim Najjar insisted that the tribunal would be truly independent.
Most likely the first defendants before the court will be four pro-Syria generals who led Lebanon's police, intelligence service and an elite army unit at the time of the assassination.
They are the only people in custody, though they have not been formally charged.
The wife of one of the four officers detained, Brigadier General Ali Hajj, on Saturday called their detention "illegal".
Some in Lebanon doubt the court will ever bring out the full truth, believing it might avoid digging deep to ensure Syria does not react by stirring up trouble in Lebanon and other parts of the region.
Trials could also further polarise Lebanon's politics, feeding the power struggle between pro- and anti-Syria factions.
Administrators have said the tribunal will take up to five years to finish its work, and the top UN prosecutor, Daniel Bellemare of Canada, said in a statement on Saturday that it will be thorough.
As prime minister, Hariri, a billionaire businessman, was credited with rebuilding downtown Beirut after the 1975-90 civil war, and with trying to limit Syria's influence.
In a country known for political assassinations, his killing stands out for its far-reaching impact and set off huge anti-Syrian street protests in Lebanon and intense international pressure which forced Damascus to withdraw all its troops from Lebanon a few months later, ending nearly three decades of military domination.
But his death also threw Lebanon into turmoil.
Anti-Syria factions supported by the West won control of the government but were unable to exert any authority while locked in a struggle with Syria's allies, led by the Hezbollah movement.
The first UN investigator into the killing, Detlev Mehlis of Germany, said the assassination plot's complexity suggested a role by the Syrian intelligence services and its pro-Syria Lebanese counterpart.
But the two chief investigators who followed Mehlis have worked quietly and have not named any individuals or countries as suspects.
Last April (2008), Bellemare said investigators had evidence Hariri's killing was done by a "criminal network" also linked to a series of bombings and shootings that have killed seven anti-Syria figures and caused other deaths since Hariri's assassination.
The UN team worked under tight security for fear of attacks or intimidation, living in fortified compounds in Beirut and travelling in heavily protected motorcades.
The team also kept tight control of information about the investigation.
One piece of evidence is the tooth of the suicide bomber.
Forensic examinations determined the truck's driver was a man in his 20s who was not from Lebanon, according to Bellemare's predecessor as top investigator, Serge Brammertz of Belgium.
Investigators interviewed hundreds of people, including the presidents of Lebanon and Syria.
They acquired records listing more than 5 billion telephone calls and mobile phone text messages.
They determined the truck used in the bombing was stolen in Kanagawa, Japan, in October 2004 and purchased two months later near the northern Lebanese city of Tripoli.
The probe has also seen numerous twists.
Husam Husam, a Syrian barber and self-proclaimed intelligence operative, at first implicated Syrian officials in testimony to investigators.
Then he left Lebanon for Syria and appeared on TV, recanting and saying the Hariri family paid him to frame Syria.
Lebanon's government dismissed the claim.
Another purported Syrian intelligence officer, Mohammed Zuhair Siddiq, was at first said to be a key witness, then a suspect - then he vanished while under house arrest in France.
A Lebanese man who was questioned about the sale of cell phone chips allegedly used for communicating in the bombing was found dead in what was ruled a car accident.
Syria's interior minister, Brigadier General Ghazi Kenaan, died in his Damascus office in late 2005 about a month after speaking with investigators.
Syrian officials said he shot himself to death, but some in Lebanon believe he was killed.
Kenaan ran Lebanon for two decades until 2003.
Prisons , Assassinations , Political assassinations , Violent crime , Crime , Bombings , War and unrest , Legal proceedings , Automobile electronics , Military intelligence , Suicide bombings , Correctional systems , Law and order , General news , Automobile manufacturing , Automobiles , Military and defense , Government and politics , Terrorist attacks , Terrorism
Syria , Lebanon , Beirut , Damascus , Middle East
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Lebanon Release
Three men held over Hariri killing released by judge
Emile Lahoud
1. Wide of police checkpoint outside Roumyeh prison
2. Mid of policemen
3. Zoom into car carrying the released suspects leaving prison grounds
4. Close of released suspect inside the car
5. Cars leaving
6. Tilt up of fireworks
7. People cheering, pan to man firing AK-47 in celebration
8. Women trilling
9. Men dancing
10. Man beating drum
11. Man distributing sweets
12. Exterior of AlMashari Islamic charity association
13. SOUNDBITE (Arabic), Sheikh Abdulkader al-Fakahani, al-Ahbash spokesman:
"We have known from the first moment that they were innocent and their arrest was not legal. The Lebanese justice released them today and that's what we were after."
14. Men cheering
Three men jailed for more than three years in the assassination of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri were set free on bail on Wednesday, days before an international tribunal was to begin trying the case.
The judge did not explain his decision to release two Lebanese brothers on a bail of 500,000 Lebanese pounds (330 US dollars) each and a Syrian man on a bail of just 100,000 Lebanese pounds (67 US dollars).
The three could still be prosecuted in the case, although no one has been charged in the suicide bombing that killed Hariri and 22 others on a seaside street in Beirut on February 14, 2005.
Investigating judge Saqr Saqr's decision, carried by the official news agency, said four other suspects in the bombing - all pro-Syrian Lebanese generals - would remain jailed, which could allow them to be turned over to the international court.
As the news of the release of the Abdel-Al brothers filtered down, several hundred supporters gathered outside offices of Ahmed's faction in a Muslim neighbourhood of Beirut to await their arrival.
Some beat drums, others handed out candy, set off firecrackers or fired off pistols into the air in celebration.
A spokesman for the pro-Syrian Islamic group, known as al-Ahbash, welcomed the release of the brothers, saying it knew they were innocent from the start.
At the time of the assassination, the generals headed the police, military intelligence, a General Security agency, and the Presidential Guard Brigade.
The late Hariri had close ties with Western leaders and was credited with helping rebuild Beirut after the 1975-1990 civil war and trying to limit
neighbouring Syria's influence over Lebanon.
Following his assassination, Syria's army withdrew after mass protests, which also sparked political upheaval and violence.
The UN Security Council ordered an independent investigation into the assassination after its fact-finding mission found that the Lebanese
investigation was flawed.
The Security Council set up the mixed Lebanese-international tribunal in the Netherlands at the Lebanese government's request after parliament split between the majority and the opposition and failed to ratify an agreement with the UN.
The case has been handed over to the tribunal.
The first UN investigator, German Detlev Mehlis, said the plot's complexity suggested Syrian and Lebanese intelligence services played a role.
Hariri's supporters accuse Damascus of the bombing, but Syria denies involvement.
Two of the men freed on Wednesday - brothers Mahmoud and Ahmed Abdel-Al, a member of a pro-Syrian Sunni Muslim fundamentalist group - were detained in 2005.
A UN probe into the slaying said Mahmoud made "interesting" phone calls February 14, including one to former President Emile Lahoud, just before a truck bomb killed Hariri, raising questions about the president.
But the office of Lahoud, a Hariri rival and Syria's staunchest ally, denied the president received the call.
Lahoud's extension of his term in September 2004 for three more years, under pressure from Syria, triggered a sharp disagreement between Damascus, then a dominant power in Lebanon, and Hariri, who opposed the measure then relented before resigning two months later.
Ahmed Abdel-Al was named by the U.N. probe in 2005 as a "key figure" who had extensive contacts with top Lebanese security officials before and after the blast, and tried to hide information from investigators.
The third man freed, Syrian Ibrahim Jarjoura, was arrested in 2006 on suspicion he gave false evidence and misled the investigation.
Criminal investigations , Bombings , International agreements , Legal proceedings , War and unrest , Assassinations , Political assassinations , Crime , Law and order , General news , Criminal investigations , International relations , Government and politics
United Nations Security Council, United Nations
Beirut , Lebanon
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Lebanese gather at Hariri grave as his assassination case goes to court
SHOTLIST:
1. Wide of Beirut city skyline
2. Mid of Lebanese army Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) on road
3. Close of APC
4. Mid of traffic on Beirut city street
5. Various of newspapers
6. Wide of Al-Amin mosque
7. Close of mosque
8. Wide of people standing around murdered former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri's grave
9. Mid of people reciting versus of the Quran at Hariri's grave
10. Mid of Hariri's grave with pictures of Hariri in background
11. Close of Hariri's picture
12. SOUNDBITE: (Arabic) Mohammad El-Sheikh, resident, vox pop:
"This tribunal will put an end to the killing, the criminal must be punished."
13. Mid of people standing around the grave
14. SOUNDBITE: (Arabic) Leila Fleifel, resident, vox pop:
"Lebanon will not be a place for living or for development if this tribunal is not effective."
15. Wide of traffic on city street
16. Mid of Lebanese army APC under bridge
FILE: 04 September 2000
17. Various of Hariri greeting people
FILE: 26 October 2000
18. Convoy of Hariri arriving at presidential palace after being elected Prime Minister
19. Hariri getting out of car and walking into presidential palace
20. Various of meeting between Hariri and then Lebanese President Emile Lahoud
21. Close of photographs of Hariri and his family
22. SOUNDBITE: (English) Rafik Hariri, former Lebanese Prime Minister:
"I believe we have to open the economy as much as we can, we have to overcome all the obstacles and try to make Lebanon as the commercial centre and financial centre for the middle east."
23. Close of Lebanese flag
"You know, there's a consensus in Lebanon that Israel has to withdraw from all Lebanese territory. Anyway for me, I believe in peace and I believe that we have to do everything to achieve peace in the region."
25. Hariri talking mobile phone
STORYLINE:
An international tribunal to prosecute suspects in the assassination of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri was starting work on Sunday at its headquarters in a village outside The Hague.
Despite the start of proceedings, it is still not known who will be accused in the suicide truck bombing that killed Hariri and 22 other people on a seaside street in Beirut on 14 February 2005.
Lebanese army forces in armoured personnel carriers were deployed on the streets of Beirut on Sunday to maintain calm.
Hundreds of Hariri supporters gathered peacefully around his grave in downtown Beirut, many expressing their support for the tribunal.
Mohammad El-Sheikh a resident in Beirut said whoever was responsible for the killing must be punished and he hoped the tribunal would achieve that.
While Leila Fleifel said Lebanon would not be a suitable place for living if the tribunal was not effective.
Four pro-Syrian generals are being held in Lebanese custody although none of them have been formally charged with Hariri's murder.
The generals led Lebanon's police, intelligence service and an elite army unit at the time of the assassination.
Court prosecutor Daniel Bellemare of Canada said he expects to request within weeks for Lebanon to transfer to the court the four generals.
Many in Lebanon believe Syria was behind the assassination.
After the assassination, mass street protests in Lebanon and international pressure forced Syria to withdraw its troops from its neighbour after a 29-year presence.
The Special Tribunal for Lebanon to investigate Hariri's killing was set up by the UN Security Council in 2007 and comprises both foreign and Lebanese judges.
It is based in the Netherlands to ensure the safety of staff and an impartial trial.
The judges have not yet been sworn in and the names of Lebanese judges have been withheld out of fears for their safety.
Some in Lebanon doubt the tribunal will ever bring out the full truth, believing it might avoid digging deep to ensure Syria does not react by stirring up trouble in Lebanon and other parts of the region.
UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, on a trip through Africa, issued a statement praising Sunday's tribunal opening.
He said the commencement marked a "decisive milestone" in the efforts by all Lebanese and the international community to uncover the truth, and bring those responsible to justice.
The Hariri court is the latest international tribunal to be based in the Netherlands.
The Hague is home to the International Court of Justice, the Yugoslav war crimes tribunal and the International Criminal Court.
Assassinations , Crime , War and unrest , Political assassinations , Legal proceedings , International organizations , Violent crime , General news , Law and order , Government and politics
Middle East , Syria , Lebanon , Beirut
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Lebanon Hariri 2
Lebanese reax to opening of the Lebanon international court
4. Wide of traffic on city street
5. Mid of Lebanese army APC under bridge
8. Wide of people standing around murdered former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri's grave inside the Al-Amin mosque
12. Wide of people gathering around Hariri's grave
13. Pull out to wide of Lebanese politicians laying a wreath on Hariri's grave
14. SOUNDBITE (English) Marwan Hamadeh, Lebanese legislator from the Democratic Gathering bloc:
"It is the beginning of truth, the beginning of justice and I think that it is a page that is being opened in the history of Lebanon, the page of Justice, the end of impunity and it is a lesson for many regimes around us in the Middle East."
15. Mid of May Chidiac, a Lebanese journalist and survivor of a targeted car bomb attack, laying flowers at grave
16. Photo of Hariri
17. SOUNDBITE (English) May Chidiac, Lebanese journalist and survivor of a targeted car bomb attack:
"We have suffered too much from killing and killing attempts and the explosions that were put here and there for many decades so now we hope this chapter will be over and will be closed."
18. People leaving the Hariri memorial ceremony
Hundreds of Hariri supporters gathered peacefully around his grave in downtown Beirut, to mark the beginning of the International Tribunal with many expressing their support.
Marwan Hamadeh, a Lebanese legislator who was targeted by a car bomb in Beirut in 2004, said the tribunal turned a page in Lebanon's history.
Hamadeh said the tribunal "is the beginning of truth, the beginning of justice" and he hoped it would be a "lesson for many regimes around us in the Middle East".
Also paying her respects at the graveside on Sunday was May Chidiac, a Lebanese journalist who also survived a car bomb attack.
Chidiac said she hoped the tribunal would spell the end of the suffering of the Lebanese people.
Assassinations , Bombings , Crime , War and unrest , Political assassinations , Legal proceedings , International organizations , Violent crime , General news , Law and order , Government and politics
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MEEX Lebanon Review 2014
A tumultuous 2014 as Syrian civil war spills over into Lebanon
Michel Aoun , Sabah , Rafiq Hariri , Michel Suleiman
LEBANON REVIEW 2014
SOURCE: AP TELEVISION/POOL/FUTURE TV
RESTRICTIONS: MIDDLE EAST EXTRA CLIENTS ONLY/NO ACCESS
Beirut, Lebanon - 2 January 2014
1. Various of people crowding round the site of car bomb
2. Wide of the crowd being held back by police
3. Mid of soldiers arriving at the scene
Beirut, Lebanon - 16 January 2014
4. Wide of people removing piece of cloth covering a billboard featuring image of former Lebanese Prime Minister, Rafik Hariri, words reading: (Arabic) "Time for Justice"
5. Close-up of digital clock showing number '1', counting the number of days the trial will take
6. Tilt-down from billboard to people gathered around sign
Beirut, Lebanon - 14 February 2005
7. Various of Hariri assassination blast site with burnt out cars and emergency services attempting to control flames
Beirut, Lebanon - 8 March 2014
8. Various of women marching
9. Mid of women holding posters outside the Lebanese parliament
Beirut, Lebanon - 6 April 2014
10. Wide of Lebanese Prime Minister Tammam Salam arriving at the Grand Serail
11. High shot of Salam and relatives sitting down and surrounded by the media
12. SOUNDBITE: (English) Tammam Salam, Lebanese Prime Minister:
"I am sure we will be able to put matters in the right perspective taking into consideration what our people, what the Lebanese, are looking forward to."
Tripoli, Lebanon - 3 April 2014
13. Pan across Syrian refugees at UNHCR (United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees) registration centre
14. Tilt-up from Syrian refugee child Omar to his mother Bushra, who is the one millionth Syrian refugee to be registered in the region
15. Bushra and her children accompanied by UNHCR employee
Beirut, Lebanon - 12 November 2014
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16. SOUNDBITE: (English) Maha Yahya, Carnegie Centre for Middle Eastern Studies:
"The challenge today is waking up to the realisation that this is a very protracted conflict. It's not going to end tomorrow. It's going to take some time. We don't know how long, but there is a large number of people who are not going home soon."
Beirut, Lebanon - 23 April 2014
17. Pan of lawmaker and former army commander, Michel Aoun, arriving at parliament
18. Pan of lawmaker and former Prime Minister, Fouad Saniora (right) arriving
19. Pan of presidential candidate Henry Helou (left) and lawmaker Akram Shohayeb arriving
20. Various of lawmakers counting votes
21. SOUNDBITE: (English) Sami Nader, Middle East affairs analyst and Professor at Saint Joseph University, Beirut:
"The Lebanese missed the opportunity to elect a president 'Made In Lebanon' by May 25. After this, the problem now to get a solution you need kind of a regional consensus. You need a deal between Iran and Saudi Arabia, mainly. And this deal doesn't seem in (on) the horizon yet."
Beirut, Lebanon - 20 June 2014
22. Wide of police standing outside the hotel in Hamra where suspects were arrested
23. Wide shot of the area where the suspects where arrested
24. Close-up of hotel room where a suicide bomber detonated his vest in the Savoy Hotel in Raouche, Beirut
25. Wide of first responders
26. Wide of tourists leaving the hotel on foot and answering questions from reporters
Arsal, Lebanon - 6 August 2014
27. Wide of smoke rising in mountain area above Arsal
28. Close-up shot of smoke rising
29. Various of army tanks pulling into Arsal
30. Various of ambulances driving into Arsal
31. Wide of soldiers riding in armoured vehicles
"This Arsal war showed how fragile is the situation in Lebanon. How the borders are not really controlled. And how much capabilities and support the Lebanese army need."
Fnaydek, Lebanon - 3 September 2014
33. Various of crowd carrying the coffin containing body of Lebanese soldier Sergeant Ali Sayid, moving towards mosque, AUDIO: gun fire
34. Poster showing Sayid
"The Lebanese army in a way was victim. Yes, the Lebanese army was isolated. It's the only remaining Lebanese institution. One has to keep in mind that we don't have a president, there is a void at the level of the presidency, the parliament is practically freezed, all what they have achieved is to prolong their own mandate, to extend their own mandate and the Lebanese government is really in a very fragile situation."
Future TV - No Access Lebanon
Tripoli, Lebanon - September 2014
36. Wide of people waving Islamic State flags
37. Mid of Sheikh Khaled Hoblos speaking to the crowd
Tripoli, Lebanon - 26 October 2014
38. Wide of soldiers running
39. Wide shot of soldiers firing weapons
40. Various of families being evacuated
41. SOUNDBITE: (English) Nadim Houry, Human Rights Watch:
"There is a lot of speculation today about ISIS' strength in Lebanon. But at this stage there is no indication that ISIS is going to seep through Tripoli tomorrow and control the city. Quite the contrary. I mean we saw that the army was actually able to beat back many of these groups and that actually many of these groups, while they may be Islamist, are not necessarily affiliated with ISIS."
Brital, Lebanon - 10 September 2014
42. Various of Syrian tents burnt to the ground
43. SOUNDBITE: (Arabic) Khaled Darwish, 11-year-old Syrian refugee:
"When we returned, we found that the tents were all burnt and black and I found all my toys burnt. Everything was burnt. Even my bicycle was burnt. All my toys and my ball."
Beirut, Lebanon - 15 December 2014
44. High shot of Wahda al-Sayyed, wife of kidnapped soldier Khaled Moqbel, pouring gasoline on tyres in street
45. Police trying to move al-Sayyed away, but she throws lighted paper to set tyres on fire
46. Wide of tyres burning
47. Soldier guarding the scene
48. Pan right of pictures of captured soldiers and police officers on a billboard
49. Wide of photos next to tents where relatives of the kidnapped are protesting
50. Wide of memorial to mark the death of Lebanese singer Sabah
51. Close-up of photograph of Sabah
52. SOUNDBITE: (Arabic) Lina Fghali Maalouf, Relative of Sabah:
"The people have lost a column from Baalbek's ancient ruins."
53. Mid of friends hugging in grief
54. Pull focus of decoration
LEADIN:
2014 has been a tumultuous year for Lebanon, as Syria's civil war continued to spill over into the country.
From managing one million refugees, to suicide bombings and clashes between government forces and Islamic militants, the past year has been a challenging one.
January 2nd, just two days into the new year and a deadly car bomb shakes the Beirut suburb Haret Hreik - known for being a Hezbollah stronghold.
The attack kills five people, wounds dozens more and raises fears that the country is being pulled in opposite directions by sectarian tension.
January also signals the start of the long-awaited trial over the assassination of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafic Hariri - nine years after his death.
From The Hague, in the Netherlands, the Special Tribunal for Lebanon (STL) will try five suspects, all tied to Hezbollah, for Hariri's death.
There are still many questions to answer, not least the whereabouts of the five suspects - they've not been caught and are being tried in absentia.
In February, ten months after becoming prime minister, Tammam Salam finally forms a government.
Salam's 24-member national unity Cabinet includes members of the Western-backed coalition as well as those of the Iran-backed Hezbollah group and its allies.
"I am sure we will be able to put matters in the right perspective taking into consideration what our people, what the Lebanese, are looking forward to," he says at the time.
Many hundreds of women and activists march to Lebanon's parliament to show their support for victims of domestic violence to mark International Women's Day on 8 March.
Several high profile cases of domestic murders hit the headlines in 2014.
This year, the first Lebanese law against domestic violence was passed, offering Lebanese women some protection from abuse.
April 3rd is something of a milestone in the country.
Three years after the beginning of the Syrian conflict, Lebanon saw the one millionth Syrian to be registered as a refugee.
Almost one in four people in Lebanon are now refugees from neighbouring Syria.
"The challenge today is waking up to the realisation that this is a very protracted conflict. It's not going to end tomorrow. It's going to take some time. We don't know how long but there is a large number of people who are not going home soon. So their needs need to be addressed very quickly before it explodes in all of our faces," says Maha Yahya, from the Carnegie Centre for Middle Eastern Studies.
The country's infrastructure - from schools and hospitals to rubbish collection - remains over burdened, with some communities now imposing restrictions on refugee numbers.
In May, President Michel Suleiman left office, leaving behind an empty seat after parliament failed to elect his successor. The 25 May deadline passes, but no replacement is found.
"The Lebanese missed the opportunity to elect a president 'Made In Lebanon' by May 25," explains political analyst Sami Nader.
"After this, the problem now to get a solution you need kind of a regional consensus. You need a deal between Iran and Saudi Arabia, mainly. And this deal doesn't seem on the horizon yet."
A candidate must secure at least a two thirds majority in the 128-member parliament to become president.
Despite holding parliamentary meetings throughout the year to try and solve the issue - to this day the position remains unfilled.
In June and July the country is once again on high alert after a series of suicide bombings.
Suspects arrested in Hamra in June are believed to be affiliated with the Islamic State group and are said to have been planning an attack against the Speaker of Parliament, Nabi Berri.
Days later, flames engulf part of the four-star Duroy Hotel by Beirut's corniche after a suicide bomber blows himself up during a police raid on his room.
The suicide bomber was a Saudi national. His collaborator, also Saudi. This adds to the strain between Lebanon and the Gulf states.
The boldest incursion of jihadi fighters into Lebanese territory comes in August, when militants launch an offensive on the Syrian-Lebanese border town of Arsal.
The army regains control of the area, but locals and Syrian refugees, who have already fled the neighbouring civil war, are displaced once again.
In early August it's reported that 20 soldiers and policemen have been taken hostage by the militants.
"This Arsal war showed how fragile is the situation in Lebanon. How the borders are not really controlled. And how much capabilities and support the Lebanese army need," says Nader.
On 28 August, social media starts to report that one of the captives, soldier Ali Sayid, has been beheaded.
Massive crowds attend his funeral on 3rd September in Fnaydek.
A few days later the group says it has beheaded a second soldier, 20-year-old Abbas Medlej - sparking fears for the other hostages held by the group.
"The Lebanese army in the way was victim," says Nader.
"Yes, the Lebanese army was isolated. It's the only remaining Lebanese institution. One has to keep in mind that we don't have a president, there is a void at the level of the presidency, the parliament is practically freezed, all what they have achieved was to prolong their own mandate, to extend their own mandate and the Lebanese government is really in a very fragile situation."
The country's sectarian crisis comes to a head in October when fighting between government forces and gunmen erupts in Tripoli.
The city has become a hot bed for Islamic militants with firebrand clerics like Sheikh Khaled Hoblos openly preaching in the streets.
Nadim Houry of Human Rights Watch, appeals for calm.
"There is a lot of speculation today about ISIS' strength in Lebanon. But at this stage there is no indication that ISIS is going to seep through Tripoli tomorrow and control the city. Quite the contrary."
"I mean we saw that the army was actually able to beat back many of these groups and that actually many of these groups, and that although many of these groups while they may be Islamist, are not necessarily affiliated with ISIS. But almost, that sort of the issue here is, I think the main challenge is ISIS is able to frame the terms of the debate in many countries.
"And what is needed in Lebanon are pre-emptive strategies to undercut the potential implementation, or growth of ISIS movements."
The four day gun battle claims 20 lives as the army slowly regains control of Tripoli's Bab al-Tabbaneh neighbourhood - though the gang leaders they're hunting escape.
After three years of accepting Syrian refugees into the country, Lebanon has had enough.
On 18 October, it's reported that officials have closed the border between the two countries, despite pressure from the UN to keep it open.
According to official numbers, more than 1.2 million Syrian refugees now live in Lebanon - representing more than 20 percent of the population.
Refugees also appear to be targeted by disgruntled Lebanese citizens.
Eleven-year-old Khaled Darwish came back to his tent to find it burned to the ground.
"When we returned, we found that the tents were all burnt and black and I found all my toys burnt. Everything was burnt. Even my bicycle was burnt. All my toys and my ball," he says.
As the year draws to a close, the soldiers and police officers held hostage by Islamic militants, are no closer to being released.
The families of the hostages continue to protest, their anger now aimed at the government who they say haven't done enough.
Four soldiers have so far been executed by their captors.
The 26 November, saw the passing of one of the country's legendary singers.
Lebanese diva Sabah, died aged 87.
Mourners pay tribute to her incredible musical talent, provocative charm and huge heart.
As relative Lina Fghali Maalouf says, "The people have lost a column from Baalbek's ancient ruins."
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Lebanon Blast 5
WRAP Anti-Syrian lawmaker killed in car bomb, adds PM & Syrian reax
1. Various of car wreckage of Tueini
2. Various of aftermath of explosion
3. Wide exterior of the Grand Serail
4. Close-up of Lebanese flag
5. Wide interior of the High Security council meeting
4. Mid shot of Lebanese Prime-Minister Fuad Saniora
5. Various of council's meeting
6. SOUNDBITE (Arabic) Fuad Saniora, Lebanese Prime-Minister:
"We will not surrender, we will not surrender. The criminals continue to kill us one after the other. We will not surrender whatever is the price."
7. Cutaway cameramen
"This hideous crime occurs while Judge Detlev Mehlis presents his report, with whatever indications and significance it has especially after what has been recently said as declarations and threats that are very clear."
9. Wide of news conference
10. Various of Saniora meeting ambassadors
10. Sit-in in Christian Ashrafieh neighbourhood (central Beirut)
11. Various of sit-in
12. Man holding poster of journalist and lawmaker Gibran Tueini
13. More of sit-in
14. Security forces
15. SOUNDBITE (Arabic) Mehdi Dakhlallah, Syrian Information Minister:
"Actually I think Lebanon's enemies are responsible for all these explosions that are happening nowadays. No matter how the relationship between Syria and Lebanon is, or what in JebranTueni's attitude towards Syria was and what he announced. Syria condemns the killing of Gobrin Tueni, Syria totally refuses these charges because it is against Syrian policy and manners."
16. Street scene
Lebanese Prime Minister Fuad Saniora said Monday he will ask the United Nations to set up a new inquiry into anti-Syrian journalist and MP Gibran Tueni's slaying and previous bombings and to create an international tribunal to try suspects in the Hariri assassination.
"The criminals continue to kill us one after the other. We will not surrender whatever is the price," Saniora said.
A previously unknown group, "Strugglers for the unity and freedom in the Levant," claimed responsibility for the blast, but many quickly implicated Damascus in the slaying.
The statement's authenticity could not be independently confirmed.
The bombing came the day that the U.N. Security Council received a U.N. inquiry's report into the assassination of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri.
New evidence has only reinforced investigators' belief that the Syrian and Lebanese intelligence services were likely involved in the assassination of Lebanon's former prime minister, a U.N. probe said in the new report Monday.
The 25-page report from German prosecutor Detlev Mehlis' team again accused Syria of trying to obstruct his probe when it demanded that he revise his findings after a crucial witness recanted his testimony.
Mehlis will brief the council on Tuesday.
Meanwhile, in the Christian quarter of Ashrafieh, Tueni's constituency, orthodox churches tolled their bells. Dozens of Tueni supporters held a sit-in to mark the death of the lawmaker.
Police said Tueni was one of three people killed when a car bomb exploded as his motorcade drove through the hilly industrial suburb of Mkalles.
The others were his driver and an unidentified passerby. Another 30 people were wounded in the bombing, which started a fire that destroyed at least 10 vehicles.
Tueni, 48, who had championed the U.N. investigation into Hariri's killing, had returned only Sunday from France, where he had been staying periodically for fear of assassination.
The U.N. inquiry reported in October that Syrian and Lebanese intelligence officials were implicated in Hariri's death.
Syrian Information Minister Mehdi Dakhlallah denied his government was involved in the killing.
After Hariri's death, Tueni played a prominent role in the leadership of the mass demonstrations that, combined with international pressure, succeeded in forcing Syria to withdraw its troops from Lebanon in April, ending a 29-year presence in the country.
Bombings , Political assassinations , Assassinations , Political and civil unrest , Improvised explosives , Crime , Automotive industry regulation , General news , War and unrest , Industry regulation , Government business and finance , Business , Government business and finance , Government and politics , Industry regulation , Government regulations
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Lebanon Release 2
Release of four generals from Roumieh prison, sots
1. Pan of Roumieh prison
2. Mid of police checkpoint outside prison
3. Various of convoys leaving prison
4. Arrival of General Ali al-Hajj's convoy at his residence, pan of cheering crowd
5. Al-Hajj's wife, Samar, standing through vehicle skylight and cheering with supporters
6. Various of Al-Hajj being hoisted onto the shoulders of supporters
7. SOUNDBITE (Arabic), Ali al-Hajj, Released General:
"I came back to those who love me."
8. SOUNDBITE (Arabic) Saad Hariri, Son of the slain Prime Minister Rafik Hariri and the head of Parliamentarian majority:
"I am announcing, clearly and directly, that I welcome any decision issued by the International Tribunal. Whether related to the fate if these four generals or on any related issue concerning the assassination of Prime Minister Rafik Hariri or any of the other assassinations that targeted the Lebanese leadership."
9. Various of General Jamil al-Sayyed arriving at his residence
10. SOUNDBITE (Arabic) Jamil al-Sayyed, Released General:
"Saad Hariri needs to find out who killed his father and in order to find out, he must hold people accountable. Before all else, he should hold his media sources accountable and the the politicians who lied on him. Also (prosecutor) Said Mirzah and the judges who conducted these interrogations as well as the officers who fabricated information: Zuhair Al-Sidiq, Husam Husam (alleged witnesses) and others."
11. Mid of photographers
Lebanon released four generals held for nearly four years in the 2005 truck-bomb assassination of former Prime Minister Rafik Hariri after a United Nations-backed tribunal ordered them freed on Wednesday.
One of the officers was cheered by a crowd of hundreds outside his house and another was hoisted onto the shoulders of family and friends and showered by rose petals as supporters danced and blew whistles.
Their release from a Beirut prison left the international tribunal in the Netherlands with no suspects in custody after a four-year UN investigation into an assassination that triggered enormous political turmoil in Lebanon.
The tribunal's decision - after prosecutors said there was not enough evidence to justify their continued detention - could also have an immediate political impact as Lebanon is heading into a crucial parliamentary election on June 7.
The generals had been held since August 2005 for suspected involvement in the suicide bombing that killed Hariri and 22 others in Beirut in February of that year.
Former General Security chief Major General Jamil al-Sayyed, the first of the generals to appear in public after their release, spoke to hundreds of cheering supporters outside his house.
He lashed out at authorities for what he called their "political detention," but said he does not seek revenge.
Al-Sayyed was released along with General Ali al-Hajj, the ex-Internal Security Forces director general; Brigadier General Raymond Azar, the former military intelligence chief; and the former Presidential Guards commander, Brigadier General Mustafa Hamdan.
Tribunal judge Daniel Fransen demanded that Lebanese authorities protect the generals after he ordered their unconditional release and said they should no longer be considered suspects.
Fransen said a key witness had retracted a statement that initially incriminated the generals, undermining the case against them.
Prosecutor Daniel Bellemare said in court he would not appeal. He said in a written submission this week that the evidence available to him currently "is not sufficiently credible" to keep detaining the four generals.
So far, Bellemare has not indicted anyone and has not identified any other suspects in the suicide bombing.
Hariri's son, Saad - who is head of Parliamentarian majority - said in a televised address that he accepted the tribunal's decision.
His father's assassination sparked mass protests that forced Syria's army out of the country after about three decades of political and military domination by Lebanon's neighbour.
As prime minister, Hariri, a billionaire businessman, was credited with rebuilding downtown Beirut after the 1975-90 civil war, and with trying to limit Syria's influence in the last months before his assassination.
Many blamed Syria for his killing - an accusation that Syria denies.
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"If you're not quite there, getting there takes some nerve." Tom Peters
High-Calibre Level II In KL
Five Test cricketers, three national captains and several other international players took part in the latest ACC Level II Coaching Course in Kuala Lumpur in May. Bangladesh’s Habibul Bashar, Sanwar Hossain, Khaled Mashud, Javed Omar were in Malaysia, along with Sri Lanka’s current Manager of Cricket Operations Ashley de Silva. National cricketers from Bahrain, Iran, Malaysia, Maldives, Nepal, Saudi Arabia, Singapore and Thailand along with coaches from Bhutan, China, Korea (by special invitation) and Qatar were also among the 33 attendees. “These coaches are some of the strongest coaching candidates we have seen in an ACC course and I was impressed by their abilities,” says ACC Development Manager Bandula Warnapura.
Myanmar's Race Against Rain
The monsoon season is upon Myanmar and getting everything ready in time at the new ground Saw Pong has been a monumental task. “We’ve had to plant turf across the outfield and square and as you can imagine, in Myanmar, there may be manpower but there is very little equipment. It has all had to be done the simple way,” says Myanmar’s coach Ashfaq-ul-Islam.
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Afro-Bahian History and Culture Reading Resource List
Resources in English
Afro-Brazilian citizenship and the politics of history, by Sean T. Mitchell, (https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/pdf/10.1080/17528631.2016.1189765)
The role of culture in Brazil’s Unified Black Movement, Bahia in 1992, by David Covin (https://doi.org/10.1177%2F002193479602700103)
Afro-Bahian carnival: A stage for protest, by Christopher Dunn (https://www.jstor.org/stable/41417220)
Olodum da Bahia: A history of cultural inclusion, by Ruy José Braga Duarte (https://journals.openedition.org/factsreports/1352)
Religion and black cultural identity: Roman catholics, Afro-Brazilians, and Neopentacostalism, by Vagner Gonçalves da Silva (http://www.scielo.br/pdf/vb/v11n2/a08v11n2.pdf)
Resistance and citizenship in the songs of Ilê Aiyê and Olodum, by Antonio Luciano Tosta (https://www.jstor.org/stable/41349348?seq=1#page_scan_tab_contents)
African-Brazilian Culture and Regional Identity in Bahia, Brazil, by Scott Ickes
Slave Rebellion in Brazil: The Muslim Uprising of 1835 in Bahia, by João José Reis
Axé Bahia: The Power of Art in an Afro-Brazilian Metropolis, by Patrick A. Polk, Roberto Conduru, Sabrina Gledhill, Randal Johnson
Brazil’s New Racial Politics, edited by Bernd Reiter and Gladys L. Mitchell
Capoeira: The History of an Afro-Brazilian Martial Art, by Matthias Röhrig Assunção
Brazilian Popular Music and Globalisation, by Charles A. Perrone & Christopher Dunn
Brazil, Mixture or Massacre?: Essays of a Genocide of a Black People, by Abdias do Nascimento
Afro-Politics and Civil Society in Salvador da Bahia, Brazil, by Kwame Dixon
The Masters and the Slaves: A study in the development of Brazilian civilization, by Gilberto Freyre
Fiction Novels
Cacao, by Jorge Amado
The War of the Saints, by Jorge Amado
Tent of Miracles, by Jorge Amado
Batala Washington Afro-Bahian Culture Blog http://www.batalawashington.com/bahian-culture/
Black Women of Brazil (https://blackwomenofbrazil.co/)
Candomblé USA (https://candombleusa.wordpress.com/)
Candomblé (http://jonhardeman.wixsite.com/teaching/candomble)
Website articles
Africa in Brazil: How Ilê Aiyê Brought Blackness to Salvador’s Carnival (https://www.okayafrica.com/how-ile-aiye-changed-salvadors-carnival-forever-and-uplifted-black-people-in-brazil/)
Samba and Misogynoir: Will 2018 Be the Last Year of Blackface in Brazil’s Carnival? (https://theglowup.theroot.com/samba-misogynoir-will-2018-be-the-last-year-of-black-1822964862)
Afro-Brazilian History, Beats, and Culture (https://www.huffingtonpost.com/lauri-lyons/afro-brazilian-history-be_b_452877.html)
They Told The Women of Bahia They Couldn’t Drum. Try Telling That to Banda Didá (https://www.nytimes.com/2018/01/30/travel/brazil-all-female-drums-bahia-banda-dida.html)
Yemanjá: Wisdom from the African Heart of Brazil (http://www.yemanjathefilm.com/)
Rhythmic Uprising (http://www.rhythmicuprising.org/)
Ebony Goddess: Queen of Îlé Aiyé (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQJ3z4nudtA)
Salvador Dawning
Festive Land: Carnaval in Bahia (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0382693/plotsummary?ref_=kw_pl)
Ilê Aiyê (The House of Life) (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002MFG3W)
Black in Latin America: Brazil, A Racial Paradise? (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gh7c46U5hhY)
The Summer of Gods (http://www.thesummerofgods.com/)
The Loudest Show On Earth (https://vimeo.com/76980265)
Radio Podcasts
Interfaith Voices – God & Government: Brazil Beyond Catholicism (featuring Batalá Washington in final segment at 34:45) (http://interfaithradio.org/Archive/2018-September/God_and_Government__Brazil_beyond_Catholicism)
Da África ao Afro: Uso e abuso da África entre os intelectuais e na cultura popular Brasileira durante o século XX, por Livio Sansone (https://rigs.ufba.br/index.php/afroasia/article/viewFile/21038/13637)
Referências sociais das religiões Afro-Brasileiras: sincretismo, branqueamento, africanizacão, por Reginaldo Prandi (http://www.scielo.br/pdf/ha/v4n8/0104-7183-ha-4-8-0151.pdf)
Religiosidade, rebelião, e identidade afro-baiana (http://www.historia.uff.br/tempo/entrevistas/entres11-2.pdf)
Genocídio do negro brasileiro: Processo de um Racismo Mascarado, por Abdias do Nascimento
A Trama dos Tambores: a musica afro-pop de Salvador, por Goli Guerreiro
Casa Grande & Senzala, por Gilberto Freyre
Romances de Ficção
Cacau, por Jorge Amado
O Sumiço da Santa, por Jorge Amado
Tenda dos Milagres, por Jorge Amado
Mundo Afro (http://mundoafro.atarde.uol.com.br/)
Portal da Cultura Afro-Brasileira (https://www.faecpr.edu.br/site/portal_afro_brasileira/3_III.php)
Geledes Instituto da Mulher Negra (https://www.geledes.org.br/)
Artigos do site
Dia da Consciência Negra: História de Contribuição (https://jornalibia.com.br/montenegro/dia-da-consciencia-negra-historia-de-contribuicao/)
Raízes do Carnaval: A gema carioca é afro-baiana (http://www.pordentrodaafrica.com/cultura/a-gema-carioca-e-afro-baiana)
5 blocos afro que mostram a forca da cultura negra do carnaval (https://www.huffpostbrasil.com/2017/02/24/5-blocos-afro-que-mostram-a-forca-da-cultura-negra-no-carnaval_a_21721328/)
10 mulheres negras que fazem a diferença na Bahia (https://www.geledes.org.br/10-mulheres-negras-que-fazem-a-diferenca-na-bahia/)
A RESISTÊNCIA E A BELEZA DOS BLOCOS AFRO (2012)
(http://www.elcabong.com.br/musica-afro-a-resistencia-e-a-beleza/)
O feminismo negro: entrevista com Djamila Ribeiro (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0k1mh7N8Caw)
Samba-Reggae: A Arma é Musical Parte 1 (https://youtu.be/3olgEc74LfM)
Samba-Reggae: A Arma é Musical Parte 2 (https://youtu.be/C11zDd4VJWQ)
Samba-Reggae: A Arma é Musical Parte 3 (https://youtu.be/kIntkHiEkTk)
Iemanjá : Sabedoria ecológica do coração do Brasil (http://www.yemanjathefilm.com/)
O Tempo dos Orixás (http://www.thesummerofgods.com/filme/)
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Malê Debalê (http://www.maledebale.com.br/o-bloco/)
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Batala Washington on Interfaith Voices
Batala Washington members were interviewed for this episode of Interfaith Voices, a national public radio program about faith and social justice.
The theme for the episode is about Brazil’s changing religious landscape as Pentacostalism continues to grow beyond traditional Catholicism and become more contentious against Afro-Brazilian religions (Candomble, Umbanda, Macumba).
The last section of the episode features Batala Washington.
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Mulheres de Axé
Mulheres de Axé (Women of Axé) is a short documentary–with English subtitles–about the Bahian women of Candomblé and their roles in leading the community, keeping their culture alive, and being at the forefront of the struggle against religious intolerance and discrimination from evangelicals. The video features many of the same women featured in another documentary called Cidade das Mulheres (City of Women) which goes deeper into the exploration of the topic of race and gender and reveals Afro-Bahian women as leaders, cultural sustainers, and the heart and soul of Salvador.
Also, check out the trailer for Cidade das Mulheres below.
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Graduated. Summer. Heat. Rest. But not all - some, not many now want to use the long-awaited break in tuition for the benefit of your personal budget. Typically, seasonal work for a teenager it is an opportunity to somehow prove themselves, an opportunity not to beg their parents an extra hundred. But the snag - the competitor does not know what he can and can not, what he wants, and what is not. In order to orient the crazed young man who created a variety of agencies and stock exchanges, which receives all information about job openings for young people, where various experts will help you choose the right "course".
But here at all and just want to be disappointed: the list of vacancies is small enough, and some money does not bode very much. This is due to the fact that minors have the employer may be a serious headache.
First, the schedule should be flexible - as written in the law (according to his minor can work during the holidays no more than 5 hours a day), plus to the salary should be not less than one minimum wage, that this day is 720 rubles.
Second, enter into an employment agreement with a person under the age of 18, the head can no longer dismiss him without the consent of the minor and his parents, even if this same worker would be the last rascal.
But let's still about the most important - where to earn?
There are special labor camps and rest in the suburbs, there look for work on holidays. Activity is mainly in the repair and improvement of schools, assistance to libraries, orphanages, hospitals, parks of culture. The average salary in such organizations is about 800 rubles a month.
If it does not fit, then look further.
In the first place, of course, is courier service. The duties include courier deliver to the addresses indicated in the itinerary all sorts of books, magazines, CDs. The complexity of this work is that by the end of tiring shifts wildly. During the day, will not pass one test to the fortress of the nervous system, as well as on firms caught mymry, which seems to assert itself just need to vent stocks a bad mood for a minor accident messenger. But mind you, that to be rude to them is strictly prohibited, as soon as you say impolite word - it will run nazvanivat your superiors and as a result - a penalty.
From the positive. Most often on the courier service does not have to worry about sustenance - it is due to the firm. How to get paid - after work you can dangle on a government travel to fit. About the salary, now couriers earn an average of 2-2,5 have. , in the hour.
Next post for which gladly take minors, this promoter. Under these tricky word mostly hidden street trade of different products - from food to books and magazines. You probably saw some subway, parks, various entertainment events in people with trays or cool boxes on their shoulders, who tirelessly promote products. For sure, saw young people who spread thick journals. So, it is the promoters.
Of the minuses I note all the same tired and frantic system of penalties (fines for everything: for being sat down for talks with its neighbors not in the case of chewing on combat position and most importantly - for non-standards on the number of spoken words praising the product). Among the pluses: the whole day outdoors, after a week of such work goes completely shy, give the money immediately on the spot. Is it worth 80-100 rubles per hour (excluding penalties).
If the touch of other professions for young people, they gladly take a job as landscapers, subsidiary working in various major stores, a waiter in a fast-food restaurants. On average, this job is given a 50-80 rubles per hour. If the work stipulated by the legislation 5 hours, you can get per month from 7 to 12 thousand.
Please note that any of these positions will have laid out the full program. Will have to come to terms with the fact that after work you will have only one desire - to get to bed. But this summer conditioning is very useful in later life - any difficulties you have no fear.
And the last. List of specialties for minors is not limited to those listed. These jobs are a priority in the agencies, they are the biggest demand. And in fact, vacancies more, much more - you just need to move and not to hang the nose of the first failure.
Well, go ahead, after the first earnings!
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The Millionaire Next Door was Tom Stanley's runaway bestseller, revealing to the world a most unexpected picture of America's millionaires. The Millionaire Mind is the more thoughtful and insightful look into the psychology of millionaires, the 'soft' factors in terms of attitudes and beliefs that have made these people so successful.
The research base was broadened to encompass an even wealthier set of millionaires (including many 'decamillionaires'). In all, the author received 733 responses to his carefully targeted questionnaires, and the sum effect of this book is a bit like being invited into the living rooms of 733 wealthy people for a fireside chat.
The key question asked: is it possible to have a very enjoyable, balanced life but still achieve millionaire status? Stanley's surprising answer is that while money can't buy happiness, millionaires are perhaps more aware than most that the best things in life are free. Rather than, as you might expect, spending their non-working time visiting glamour spots or engaging in expensive hobbies, the great majority of millionaires prefer to spend time with family and friends. If they are not doing this they are involved in community activities or playing a round of golf. As the author suggests, most millionaires are a 'cheap date' - but are not miserly personalities.
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The way to sustainable wealth and a enjoyable life is simple: do work that you love to do. The more you love your work the more likely you will excel in it, and the more rewards accrue to you. You are also much more likely to create a profitable niche through the process of deepening your skills, knowledge and contacts in your chosen area. Millionaires are happy to make a life out of truck spare parts or car washes if they see opportunities - no matter what others think.
Above all, millionaires 'think differently from the crowd' - they spend a lot of their time looking for things that others have overlooked, overturning assumptions and creating profitable niches within generic industries.
For those of you who still haven't found your vocation, Stanley comes up with this: against the conventional view that you go directly into a field after school or college, stick at it and eventually do well, most millionaires did a variety of jobs and had a good spread of life experiences before they found their vocation. Looking at the data, Stanley concludes, "It's hard for a person to recognize opportunities if he stays in one place and remains in one job."
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Stanley notes the strong correlation between the willingness to take financial risk and financial success. While most of us would see starting a business as a great risk, the financially successful see working 9 to 5 for someone else risky. You are dependent upon your employer for your livelihood, and your income is related to how much time you spend working. But millionaires tend to choose a career in which there is no ceiling on how much money they can make if they are successful at it.
The millionaires in Stanley's surveys all seemed to have one thing in common: a belief in their ability to generate wealth. People talk ad nauseam about the importance of investing in the stock market, but as Stanley rightly points out, few really think about the source of wealth: generally an idea turned into a business, initially owned by a small group of people. Real wealth creators focus on creating a prosperous business instead of gambling on public companies about which they can never have all the information. This may seem like putting all your eggs in one basket, but those eggs can be watched like a hawk.
A good proportion of self-made millionaires worked hard in school but were not the top students. What they learned most in school was how to judge people well and get along with them, and that hard work could bring a surprising level of success. Many were judged not intelligent enough to really succeed because they lacked the high levels of analytical intelligence or IQ to get them into medical school or law school. Yet later in life, most of the millionaires admit that these judgements only made them more determined to achieve. Knowing they would never run with the 'beautiful people', they sought to prove their worth in other ways. They became very good at dealing with people and scoping out opportunities.
People often put success down to good luck, but Stanley's millionaires rate luck quite lowly on the scale of success factors. 'The harder you work, the luckier you get' seemed to be a consensus view.
Nine out of ten married millionaires say their marriage has been a major factor in their success. A spouse provides on tap psychological support and advice which is likely to be honest.
After love, attractiveness and sharing common interests, most millionaires chose their spouses for a certain 'x' factor: small things they noticed which indicated self-worth, integrity, even compassion. It turns out that millionaire spouses had the sort of qualities that would be helpful in running a business: intelligent, honest, reliable, cheerful. Millionaires choose their lifelong partners astutely, knowing that it will greatly affect their own success.
Every little bit helps
Becoming wealthy involves a set of habits and ways of doing things, some of which seem of minor importance or common sense but which many of us don't do:
Acquiring antique furniture or quality reproductions which can be reupholstered instead of buying cheaper pieces every few years.
Investing in better quality shoes and getting them repaired or resoled when necessary, instead of buying a new pair.
Buying household items at bulk discount stores. Half of the millionaires surveyed always have a list before going supermarket shopping.
The typical millionaire from the survey has never spent more than $41,000 on buying an automobile (a good proportion buy quality used cars at much less than this figure), nor spent more than $38 on a haircut.
Millionaires are frugal, but are not into DIY. They get other people to paint their house because they know their time is better spent focusing on their investments. They employ top experts to sort out their tax and legal matters. Big accountancy and legal firms cost more, but their better advice and contacts make their cost low over the long term.
The Millionaire Mind could have been better edited (many statements are repeated), but it is not for lovely, elegant prose that you will buy this book. At less than the price of a main course at a good restaurant its insights may prove an insanely good investment.
While some of the standout points of the book have been covered here, there are a multitude of revealing facts and ideas besides, including the five 'foundation stones' of financial success most often mentioned by millionaires, enjoyable case histories and anecdotes of specific millionaires. Forty-six tables display the research data in a manner that even the numerically challenged can understand.
What is the millionaire mind? Not living a spartan lifestyle and making money your god, but freedom from reliance on credit and being in control of your finances. The great self-discipline of the average millionaire means that they can't help piling up wealth long after their modest needs have been satisfied. The millionaire mind evokes the famous biblical saying, "To them that hath, more will be given." Not only do these people have money, they love their work. Most people will think 'of course they love their work, they can do what they want' - but few appreciate that it was their love of their vocation that helped to make them wealthy in the first place.
"Some millionaires do feel that their IQ was a factor in their successful achievements, although most others feel just the opposite."
"They live in lovely homes located in fine neighborhoods. Balance is their approach to life. They are financially independent, yet they enjoy life - they are not 'all work, no play' type of people. Most became millionaires in one generation."
Stanley has a doctorate in business administration from the University of Georgia, and was formerly a marketing professor at the same institution. One of his colleagues there was David J Schwartz, author of The Magic of Thinking Big. Stanley's research into the affluent began in the early 1970s. His books include Marketing To The Affluent, The Millionaire Next Door, and Stop Acting Rich... And Start Living Like A Real Millionaire.
Stanley lives in Atlanta, Georgia.
Source: 50 Success Classics: Your Shortcut to the Most Important Ideas on Motivation, Achievement, and Prosperity (published by Nicholas Brealey/Hachette, London & Boston).
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Press Clips: Krusty’s Koans Stir Up Stormy Weather
Jerry Brown shifted into full Zen mode this week, offering increasingly cryptic commentary amid a political atmosphere that grows ever more cloudy and gray.
As nicely illustrated by Calbuzz meteorological doodler Tom Meyer today, the cold front arising from long-stalled talks over the Capitol’s budget mess has built up a mass of cumulonimbus thunderheads that threaten at any moment to erupt into a tempestuous political storm.
Press corps forecasters were hampered in their task of wringing clarity out of a muddy situation by contending reports offered by the Field and PPIC* polls, the Doppler radar twins of California political augury. (We refer you to a) our post-graduate dissertation on the high priest polling methodologies that generally account for some of the differences between the Two Marks and b) the secular humanist explanation offered Thursday by Joe Garafoli: “Confused? Get in line”).
Far more than clashing public opinion surveys, however, it was a series of odd and oblique public utterances by Gandalf himself that blew a thick layer of mystifying mist over the political high pressure area (think we’ve tortured the weather metaphor enough yet? -ed.). Brown suddenly transformed his earlier Catholic rhetoric about the budget fight into a flurry of widely-reported Buddha-like pronouncements, which offered precious little enlightenment about what was going on with the budget in the here and now, let alone what would happen in the next moment.
In a brave effort to end the epidemic of head scratching that followed Governor Gautama’s pronouncements, Calbuzz conducted its own unscientific polling, the better to capture a snapshot in time of what ordinary Californians think about whatever the hell it is Krusty’s been talking about the last couple days. Among the key results:
1-“Whichever way I look, I see bears in the forest.”
Four of 10 of those surveyed (40%) believe that Brown actually meant to say that he sees “bears shit in the woods” wherever he looks, while nearly one-third (32%) agree with the NRA argument that his statement proves there are way too many bears, and one-in-five (20%) back the Sierra Club position that he should not be walking in the woods without filing an EIR.
2-“We’ll know the deadline when we’ve passed it.”
Voters polled were evenly divided about the meaning of this gubernatorial comment. One-third (33%) believe he saw a “teaching moment” opportunity to educate the public about the illusory nature of time; one-third (33%) felt he was referencing the ultimately subjective nature of reality, and one-third (33%) said it was likely the first time Brown had ever used the word “deadline” and clearly had no idea what it meant.
3- “I can confirm I am not unconsidering anything that I ought to consider.”
A large plurality of Californians (49%) told our researchers that Brown has quickly tired of serving as governor and is auditioning to be the press spokesman for Meg Whitman’s next campaign. Nearly as many (48%) said that the governor was spiritually channeling Donald (“there are things that we know, there are known unknowns”) Rumsfeld, while a tiny minority (3%) felt he was just being plain inconsiderate.
4 “There is not as yet a clear delineation as to what will seal the deal. We’re still waiting for what I’d call a term sheet. What’s the bedrock of what Republicans need to put this before the people?”
Brown’s uncharacteristic use of business world phrases like “term sheet” and “seal the deal” convinced six in ten (60%) registered non-voters that he had stayed up too late trying to plow through one of wife Anne Gust’s old Management by Objective handbooks, while three in ten (30%) unregistered voters felt “ver y strongly” that he’d been spending way too much time with the “The Dictionary of Cliches”; the remainder (10%) of non-registered non-voters said the governor was quoting Dr. Irwin Corey.
5-”There’s a sense on the part of some that they’re going to come up with something good…There are positive vibes.”
A slight majority (51%) among those surveyed believe that Brown believes it is still 1976 and was feeling “groovy” when he made his remark to reporters, while the rest were divided evenly between those (44.5%) who said he’d been told there was going to be a Beach Boys concert in Capitol Park and those (44.5%) who’d heard that Jacques Barzaghi will soon be joining the administration.
The Calbuzz survey has a margin of error of plus or minus 179%.
PS: The famous bear reference we think Jerry may have been trying to evoke was from the anti-Soviet 1984 Hal Riney ad for Ronald Reagan that began, “There is a bear in the woods.”
* What PPIC poll actually shows:
There was a lot of breathless reporting about the PPIC finding that shows support for Brown’s proposal to hold a special election on tax extensions dipping to a mere 51% among likely voters, from 66% in January.
But if anyone explained what was behind the shift, we missed it.
Here’s what happened: there was a relentless, two-month partisan campaign against Brown’s idea and it worked; the move against the idea was double among Republicans what it was among voters overall.
With anti-tax jihadist Grover of Norquist, radio clowns John and Ken, Howard Jarvis Wannabe Jon Coupal and GOP gunslinger Jon Fleischman screaming their lungs out against the idea of putting a tax-extension measure on the ballot, lo and behold, Republican voters (and some independents who lean Republican) responded to the call.
While the net drop in support for placing a tax measure on the ballot was -7% among Democrats and -23% among independents (as self-identified by PPIC), the net drop in support was a massive -41% among Republican likely voters.
Among Democrats and independents, a little number crunching reveals, 57% of likely voters – about six in 10 – still support the notion of putting a tax measure on the ballot. It’s mainly Republicans who have been brow-beaten away from the idea.
Governor Brown has proposed a special election this June for voters
to vote on a tax- and-fee package to prevent additional state budget cuts.
In general, do you think the special election is a good idea or bad idea? (PPIC)
January March
Good Bad Good Bad ∆
Likely Voters 66 31 51 40 -24
Democrats 75 23 68 23 -7
Independents 65 32 50 40 -23
Republicans 53 43 30 61 -41
Press Clip Three Dot Lounge:
Sportswriter starts prostitution ring – publishers see new revenue stream to save ailing newspapers.
Just asking: Is a story about incendiary racist hate speech by a half-wit city council member really the best place to employ on-the-one-hand-on-the-other false equivalence journalism?
Jay Rosen reports that many cringeworthy MSM types still haven’t gotten the memo that Y2K has come and gone.
Stewart offers full coverage of the real inside stories unfolding in Japan and Libya.
ICYMI: To the moon, Alice.
Tags: budget negotiations, Cartoon, Field Poll, Grover Norquist, Hal Riney, Jon Coupal, Jon Fleischman, political cartoon, PPIC, PPIC poll, Tom Meyer
Posted in California Budget, California Deficit, California Politics, Jerry Brown, taxes | 2 Comments »
Jerry’s Options Dwindle; Calbuzz Breakthrough Plan
Wednesday, March 23rd, 2011
At this stage of his life, Jerry Brown is at the end of his rope.
Biologically, the matter’s pretty much out of his hands. Politically, however, Governor Gandalf is still fighting the good existential fight, laboring day and night in an effort to craft a solution to the state’s budget woes.
As a political matter, his biggest problem that needs fixing is this: most of the Republicans in the Legislature can just sit back and laugh at his exertions, getting exactly what they want by doing exactly nothing.
Not surprisingly, Brown is frustrated, exasperated and more than a little pissed off at the GOP members who are, variously, inexperienced, scared of losing their jobs and/or ignorant.
“If you’re not going to vote to extend taxes, if you’re not going to vote to cut, if you’re not going to vote to eliminate redevelopment, so what the hell are you going to do?” Brown said Monday night. “By the way, if you’re not going to do anything why do you take a paycheck?”
The boundaries of his dilemma are clear: He promised that he won’t raise taxes without a vote of the people; he doesn’t want a Democrats-only majority vote to put a tax extension measure on the ballot; he’s so far failed to peel off two votes from Republicans in the Assembly and two in the Senate to get a two-thirds vote for a ballot measure. And an all-cuts budget to eliminate the state’s $26.6 billion deficit is so draconian, it’s not clear Republicans would vote for it, not to mention Democrats.
So when he now vows, as he did Monday night, that a tax vote will happen “one way or another” — “no matter what anybody says across the street” — it’s clear he’s banking on some mechanism to get a measure on the ballot. But how, and on which ballot, are both unclear.
Brown’s approval rating of 48-21% (including 67-10% among Democrats, 45-23% among independents and 25-35% among Republicans) is far better than the Legislature’s at 16-70%, according to the Field Poll. But so what?
He can slap up a crappy You Tube behind-the-desk speech and argue “This is a matter of we, the people, taking charge and voting on the most fundamental matters that affect all of our lives.” He can go before Labor’s 2011 Joint Legislative Conference and cry “I say let California vote!” But he still seems stuck with just five options:
1. Get a 2/3 Vote: Threaten, bribe or cajole two members each of the Assembly and the Senate to agree to place on the June ballot a five-year extension of income and sales taxes and vehicle license fees passed in 2009. This was always Brown’s Plan A. But anti-tax forces have vowed to place on a stick the head of any Republican legislator who goes along with this idea, even if they get a spending cap, pension reform and regulatory relief for business in the bargain. “The moment of truth is rapidly approaching,” for this option, Brown said the other night.
2. Use the Majority Vote: Democrats in the Legislature have enough votes to place the extensions on the June ballot on their own by arguing that they’re part of the existing budget that’s in place until June 30. For starters, this might or might not be legally valid; worse, as a partisan measure, it might cause business interests who have expressed support to turn against it, to avoid being in league with the Democrats who will have conceded “only” budget cuts but no action on pensions or regulations.
3. Scramble for a June initiative: Some consultants have said it might still be possible to gather enough signatures for a June measure to extend the taxes, but writing a measure, getting approval, analysis, title and summary, circulating and collecting signatures would have to occur in record time. Most people think it can’t be done.
4. Adopt an All-Cuts Budget: Brown might still just throw up his hands and lay out another $14 billion in cuts. See above for why this option sucks.
5. Gather signatures for November: This could be a last-ditch attempt to keep his promise for a vote and avert massive cuts. The problem is that once they get past June, those extensions from the 2009 will have expired and continuing them, even temporarily, can more easily be characterized as tax increases. Polling has found about 55% support for extensions, 52% for temporary taxes and less than 40% support for tax increases.
Not a good choice in the bunch.
Voila! The Calbuzz Outside-the Box-Thinking Plan for Fiscal Integrity, Nuclear Safety and Peace in Our Time.
Here’s how it would work: Set things up so that the Democrats approve, with a majority vote, a conditional all-cuts budget that presumes no tax extensions. (We wonder if Republicans would vote for it.) Then gather signatures to place that on the November ballot, with a provision that if the measure fails the cuts will not occur because the 2009 taxes and fees will be re-instated for five years. As a practical matter, cuts can be delayed to occur after November. And costs can be shifted to local government for local responsibilities whether the measure wins or loses.
Then let Grover Norquist, Jon Fleischman, radio heads John and Ken and the rest of their not-our-problem cadre be forced to argue for the budget ballot measure while Democrats and labor argue against it.
In other words, make the “yes” position a vote for cutting programs for widows, orphans, fish and fawn and the “no” position a vote for freedom, justice and common decency on our streets and in our homes. Recall: in the history of ballot propositions in California, “no” beats “yes” 67% of the time.
Such a move would fulfill Brown’s promise for a vote on taxes while ripping the mask from the Republicans’ phony we’re-just-protecting-the-taxpayers stance and forcing them to take public responsibility for the real-life consequences of what their position truly means: a massive reduction in popular public services, starting with K-12 schools and higher ed.
Right now the right-wing has the best of all possible worlds: they cry crocodile tears about government spending without having to lift a finger to take ownership of the painful steps necessary to reduce it enough to balance the budget exclusively with cuts.
Using political jujitsu, however, the Calbuzz Plan flips the framework on the whole debate, and denies irresponsible Republicans their current luxury of indulging in total unaccountability.
Is it legal? We have no idea, but we’ve paid enough attorney fees to know that it wouldn’t be hard to round up a whole stadium full of lawyers willing to argue that it is. If nothing else, that at least will boost employment.
Tags: 2/3rds vote, all-cuts budget, Grover Norquist, Jon Fleischman, Labor's 2011 Joint Legislative Conference, majority vote
Posted in California Budget, California Politics, California Republican Party, Jerry Brown, taxes | 32 Comments »
Calbuzz Joins the Party with the GOP in Sacramento
At least half of the Calbuzz Crisis Intervention and White Russian Affairs Desk will converge on Sacramento today to follow the progress of the Sovietization of the California Republican Party.
Our wall readers have been keeping close tabs on postings from secret members of the Comintern, and here are some of the key questions they’ve raised that may be answered this weekend:
1. Will the troglodytes triumph? Celeste Greig, president of the California Republican Assembly, has drawn widespread attention with her resolution to purge the party of the “traitors” who dare to take seriously their responsibility to govern. Next up: the CRA calls for exiling all GOPers who turn left at stop signs.
2. Will the GOP 5 be tarred and feathered? Senators Tom Berryhill, Sam Blakeslee, Anthony Canella, Bill Emmerson and Tom Harman are already being denounced for negotiating with Governor Jerry Brown about the shape of the table. If any of them shows his face at the Hyatt Regency bar, here’s hoping a rabies-ridden delegate doesn’t try to chew it off.
3. Will Sutter Brown show up to debate Grover Norquist? Party leader Ron Nehring backed down instantly when the governor’s office offered First Pooch Sutter to accept Mr. Chairman’s invite for a debate with anti-tax jihadist Norquist. Now we hear the cagey Corgi may be prowling the lobby in an effort to sniff out Muppet Man Grover.
4. Will the Stalinistas strike a blow for authoritarianism? Fiercely determined to shrink the size of their party as much as possible, ideologically pure apparatchiks are sponsoring a rules change to put all the power to decide which candidate in any top-two primary is or is not a “real” Republican in the hands of the GOPs most conservative bureaucrats. This one’s so far out even the Tea Party’s against it.
5. What will Fleischman’s bar bill be? Jon “Ice Axe” Fleischman, the noted bitter-ender Bolshevik blogger, has promised to buy drinks for the entire press corps. It’s a small price to pay for the ink slingers’ outstanding efforts to make him a Big Deal. You like me, right now, you like me!
We can only wish that we were making this stuff up. In fact, our key questions align quite closely with the actual struggles being waged within the Grand Old Party.
Convention cognoscenti tip sheet
Barbourian at the gate: Beyond all the turf battles and litmus tests, the biggest behind-the-scenes convention story has been been the hair-pulling and garment-rending by members of the so-called “news media” about the awful timing of the speech by Mississippi Governor Haley Barbour, which has prevented Dr. P.J. Hackenflack from organizing one of his spectacular dinners.
Instead, people on expense accounts – we name no names — will have to listen to and report on the pearls of wisdom offered by the corpulent drawler, even though the chance that he’ll be the next president of these United States is about as likely as finding a Union flag in Yazoo City.
The only presidential contender who decided to come, Barbour will be the keynote speaker on Saturday night, although reporters may be more interested in asking him about how he made a fortune as a lobbyist for big oil, tobacco companies and the Mexican government (just for starters).
He also is still trying to explain his relationship to some of the less savory racial forces in the South. As this Wiki excerpt accurately puts it:
In December 2010, Barbour was interviewed by The Weekly Standard magazine. Asked about coming of age in Yazoo City during the civil rights era, Barbour, who was 16 when three civil rights workers were murdered in the state in the summer of 1964, told the interviewer regarding growing up there, “I just don’t remember it as being that bad.”[54]
Barbour then credited the White Citizens’ Council for keeping the KKK out of Yazoo City and ensuring the peaceful integration of its schools. Barbour dismissed comparisons between the White Citizens’ Councils and the KKK, and referred to the Councils as “an organization of town leaders.” Barbour continued in his defense of the Councils, saying, “In Yazoo City they passed a resolution that said anybody who started a chapter of the Klan would get their ass run out of town. If you had a job, you’d lose it. If you had a store, they’d see nobody shopped there. We didn’t have a problem with the Klan in Yazoo City.”
Barbour’s statement did not address the role of the white supremacist group in publicly naming and blacklisting individuals who petitioned for educational integration and how it used political pressure and violence to force African-American residents to move This led to a considerable outcry in which critics such as Rachel Maddow accused Barbour of whitewashing history. In response to criticism, Barbour issued a statement declaring Citizens’ Councils to be “indefensible.”
Calbuzz will attend Gov. Barbour’s press avail: inquiring minds want to know.
At least it’s not Michael Bolton: In addition to informative and enlightening remarks from the likes of Congressman Jeff Denham and Damon “Hard Hat” Dunn, Friday night’s main speaker will be John Bolton, whose star-spangled career has included: fighting reparations to Japanese-Americans interned during WWII; neck-deep involvement in the Iran-Contra affair; derailing a 2001 biological weapons conference in Geneva; pushing for inclusion of a false statement in President Bush’s 2003 State of the Union address that British Intelligence had determined Iraq had attempted to procure yellowcake uranium from Niger (inhale) and being named U.N. ambassador on a recess appointment (after losing Democratic and Republican support), having argued that “There is no such thing as the United Nations. There is only the international community, which can only be led by the only remaining superpower, which is the United States.”
Saturday’s lunch speaker will be alleged pollster Frank Luntz. His sparkling resume includes being reprimanded by the American Association for Public Opinion Research, censured by the National Council on Public Polls and called a “moron” by respected Republican pollster Bill McInturff for mocking Sen. John McCain’s inability to use a Blackberry (which he can’t because of the injuries he sustained as a prisoner of war in Vietnam).
Luntz is the wordsmith who coined favorites like “death taxes” (estate taxes), “energy exploration” (oil drilling), “climate change” (global warming) [he actually advised environmentalists against using "climate change"] and “government takeover” (health care reform). He also once argued in a radio interview that “To be ‘Orwellian’ is to speak with absolute clarity, to be succinct, to explain what the event is, to talk about what triggers something happening… and to do so without any pejorative whatsoever.”
We can hardly wait.
Meanwhile: Fully half of the Calbuzz National Affairs Desk will be in the Republican stronghold of the Central Valley, paying homage to the late David Broder by discussing the weighty matters being debated at the weekend confab with Actual Voters (and soon-to-be-in-laws). Vox populi, vox dei.
Tags: 2012 presidential race, Bill McInturff, California Republican Assembly, Cartoon, Frank Luntz, GOP 5, Grover Norquist, Haley Barbour, John Bolton, Jon Fleischman, political cartoon, Rachel Maddow, Tom Meyer, Yazoo City
Posted in 2012 Elections, California Politics, California Republican Party, Ron Nehring, Tea Party | 4 Comments »
Press Clips: Sartre & Beckett vs. Krusty & Hobbes
Top Calbuzz executives assigned our Department of Belle-Lettres and Ersatz Erudition the most pressing, mission critical job of the week: finding a literary reference to best describe the California Doomsday Scenario.
As the on-again-off-again closed door negotiations between Pope Jerry and Republican Capitol bishoprics kept flickering, it became clearer by the hour that if their talks collapsed, the state was headed for a disaster of biblical proportions.
If, as our sources insist, the governor simply won’t countenance a Democrat-only solution to get his tax extension plan on the ballot, the specter looming over Sacramento, should Republicans stiff him, is that he’ll next put forth a cuts-only fiscal plan, which his party’s lawmakers will never accept, leaving the whole shtunk exactly…nowhere…
And so: What story, what narrative, what metaphor can our fine-writing-done-cheap trolls employ to cut to the chase in labeling this dreadful state of affairs – and that also fits in the headline?
Due consideration, of course, was paid to Sartre’s “No Exit” (“Hell is other people”), to Beckett’s “Waiting for Godot” (“Nothing to be done”) and, not least, “Ghostbusters II” (“Fire and brimstone coming down from the skies! Rivers and seas boiling! 40 years of darkness! Human sacrifice, dogs and cats living together, mass hysteria!”)
And then, amid much mulling, what you like to call your Jesuit-trained governor came up with the answer himself: Leviathan.
Krusty’s elegant bookish solution surfaced in a conversation with our friend George Skelton, who churned out the most enterprising budget story of the week. While others in the Sacramento press corps kept writing the same process story (we name no names - there’d be too many) Skelton captured the Little Pulitzer for Best Political Commentary That Includes Food.
Scoring the first substantive interview with the governor since the inauguration, George covered all the bases: 1) finagling his way inside Jerry and Anne’s loft, 2) copping a free turkey and cheese sandwich (and crucially, working the food into the story; 3) winning some face time with Sutter. All that plus, characteristically, asking Brown the key question: what does the future hold in the not-unlikely event you can’t reach a compromise with the GOP?
Events will unfold like this, (Brown) predicts without hesitation, if the Legislature fails to muster the required two-thirds majority vote … “I put up an all-cuts budget” … Then the Democrats change [the all-cuts budget] and put in gimmicks. Then I veto it. Then everybody sits there until we run out of money. It’s not going to be a pretty sight. It’s like one-two: No tax, all cuts, gimmicky budget, veto, paralysis.”
“It’ll be a war of all against all,” Brown added.
Or, as we say around the newsroom: “Bellum omnium contra omnes.”
Enclosed by the temporal boundaries of space and time in his (print is dead) column, Skelton unfortunately lacked the breathing room to fully explicate Brown’s classical reference. No worries – that’s who we are and what we do.
“Bellum omnium contra omnes,” as every school child knows, was coined by Thomas Hobbes in 1651, and is pretty much the only thing anyone ever remembers about reading “Leviathan” in Humanities I in freshman year:
In such condition, there is no place for industry; because the fruit thereof is uncertain: and consequently no culture of the earth; no navigation, nor use of the commodities that may be imported by sea; no commodious building; no instruments of moving, and removing, such things as require much force; no knowledge of the face of the earth; no account of time; no arts; no letters; no society; and which is worst of all, continual fear, and danger of violent death; and the life of man, solitary, poor, nasty, brutish, and short.
Now, we don’t necessarily subscribe to the Hobbesian notion that mankind — in the absence of a powerful central authority — is innately avaricious and self-destructive. But let’s face it: if California can’t get a budget, there will be blood.
Forces on the left will set out to soak the rich, slap taxes on oil drilling and services, split the property tax roll and give communities power to raise taxes with a majority vote. Forces on the right will seek to cap state spending, unravel collective bargaining rights of public employees, slash pensions, eliminate union shops and decimate social services and environmental regulations.
Non belle visus.
That said, Calbuzz does strongly agree with Hobbes on at least one key matter of the human condition:
All generous minds have a horror of what are commonly called ‘Facts.’ They are the brute beasts of the intellectual domain.
Amen, brother.
Furry little monster: Speaking of nasty, brutish and short, Grover Norquist turned up this week in the biggest grandstand play since Terrell Owens stole pom-poms from cheerleaders for the 49ers.
In a less than dazzling display of political gamesmanship, GOP honcho Ron Nehring trumpeted a letter he’d addressed to Brown, which was scooped up by Costco Carla Marinucci, purporting to invite him to debate the anti-tax tyrant at next weekend’s Republican state convention.
Brown mouthpiece Gil Duran responded with just the right tone, offering to send the aforementioned Sutter to debate the Great Toad Man.
Left unanswered and unassuaged, however, was Nehring’s pitiable lament that Governor Gandalf was behind a “variety of verbal attacks” heaped on Norquist, as editorialists, columnists and sensitive New Media Guys have recently called him out for threatening retribution to any GOP lawmakers who dare cast a vote allowing people who actually, you know, live in California, to decide the fate of Krusty’s tax plan.
Alarmed by Nehring’s allegation, our Department of Ethical Standards and Cheap Shot Journalism Prophylactics swiftly checked our clips and determined that our recent characterizations of the D.C. demagogue – “nihilist,” “extremist,” “Emperor Nero” – could in no way be construed as “verbal attacks.” Whew.
Recommended further reading: Politico examines a hint of a split between Norquist and some establishment right-wingmen, while Washpost whiz kid socialist Ezra Klein conducts a scrupulously fair Q&A with the porcine provocateur.
ICYMI: What can we say, we’re suckers for a doggie conga line.
Tags: Beckett, Carla Marinucci, Erza Klein, George Skelton, Gil Duran, gimmicky budget, Grover Norquist, Hobbes, Leviathan, Politico, Sarte, veto
Posted in California Budget, California Democratic Party, California Economy, California Politics, California Republican Party, Jerry Brown, Ron Nehring | 9 Comments »
How Papal Predeccesors Can Help Pope Jerry I
Jerry Brown’s recent reliance on religious rhetoric in trying to win Republican support for his tax plan may reflect a belief that his only hope for political salvation lies in the power of prayer.
Or maybe it just means he’s suffering delusions of grandeur.
Some media heretics claim that Brown’s drawing of a comparison between the few Republicans willing to negotiate with him and the Jewish elder Nicodemus means the governor is casting himself in the role of Jesus.
But the Calbuzz College of Cardinals and Yellow-Bellied Sapsuckers, which has analyzed Brown’s canonical pronouncements more fully than any other news organization, just issued a new encyclical, decreeing that the Jesuit-trained governor’s spouting of sacerdotal language suggests instead that he considers himself the Pope, a point he seemed to make in a recent appearance before legislators:
While expressing disappointment at Republicans who have signed anti-tax pledges, he quipped that as a young seminary student he made vows of poverty, chastity and obedience that were later withdrawn.
“It took the Pope to do that, but I want you to know we can set up a process where we can dispense people from pledges,” he said to laughter.
“Any Republican that wants a dispensation, they should come down to my office.”
With compromise-minded GOP senators declaring this week that they are at “impasse” with Brown, we recommend he look closely at the political records of five of the 266 popes in Roman Catholic Church history for some key dos and don’ts about what he should do next:
St. Peter (32-67 AD) - The first pope, and the rock upon which his church was built, Peter found perhaps his greatest success during the years he traveled on populist missionary tours throughout the Mideast and Asia Minor – Antioch, Caesarea, Galatia, Joppe, Lydda, Pontus, et al. – before ending up in Rome.
It’s a good model for Brown, particularly if Republicans remain stubborn, and he should hit the road – Anaheim, Chowchilla, Grass Valley, Jackson, Larkspur, Pomona, etc. – on behalf of his budget plan, before heading back to Sacramento.
A word of caution: Historians tell us Peter met his earthly fate by being crucified upside down by whack job Emperor Nero; Brown is well advised to avoid being in the same room as Grover Norquist.
Pope Leo I (440-461) - Leo the Great is known for sustaining and expanding the unity of his church at a time when that wasn’t an easy thing to do; among other accomplishments, he persuaded Attila the Hun to leave Italy, and convinced the Vandals to take it easy on the citizens of Rome.
Like Leo, Brown is faced with restoring stable governance to a state in chaos. His equivalent challenge: chilling out the marauding anti-government Visigoths of the GOP.
Pope-elect Stephen (March 23-26, 752) - A Roman priest, Stephen was elected to succeed Pope Zachary but died just three days later, before he was ordained, of what historians say was apoplexy.
It’s understandable that Brown might go all apoplectic over the budget battle, so he needs to just…breathe…and take an ecumenical dose of Zen meditation the better to stay on the political pathway to a second term. Plus some friendly Ignatian advice: “Age quod agis” – “Do what you are doing.”
Pope Innocent III (1198-1216) – Not-so-Innocent was the first pope to levy an income tax, requiring all clergy to fork over one-fortieth of their pay to help support the Crusades. At first, he promised to return one-fourth of the dough if they paid up willingly and honestly; when some complained that the money was being misused, he cracked down and threatened to excommunicate anyone who tried to short the tax man.
The clear lesson for Brown: he needs to make his case for tax extensions both convincing and clear, and if he manages to get his measure on the ballot, he damn well better explain to voters exactly where their money is going.
Pope Pius IX (1846-78) – The cardinals who voted him in were divided into two factions – conservatives who wished to continue absolutism in church governance, and liberals, who backed moderate reforms; when the deal went down, he won by three (decline-to-state) votes.
Pius started his record-long reign as a strong liberal, but became ever more conservative in later years, as he demonstrated shrewd and savvy political skill on behalf of his church while navigating decades of European revolutionary upheaval and ushering in the dogma of “papal infallibility.”
Like Pius, Brown now trends more conservative than in his liberal salad days. Also like him, the governor needs to win support from independents in order to succeed. In the end, however, it would be a helluva’ lot easier for Brown if he just declared himself infallible and passed whatever budget he damn well pleases.
On a more secular note: With the Gang of Five GOP senators who’ve been meeting with Brown having declared an impasse, while unions representing teachers, firefighters, cops and others urge the Legislature to protect pensions, it’s a 50-50 proposition at best that Brown’s hopes for a June vote on $12 billion in tax and fee extensions will come to pass.
Given that the governor has repeatedly stated he will not go for a majority-vote move to get a measure on the ballot (because it’s likely not legal, not to mention politically suicidal) there are basically three theories about what will happen next in Sacramento :
1. Intransigent Republicans will continue to refuse to offer reasonable options for negotiation on a budget agreement because by saying “no” they get what they want: $26 billion in spending cuts.
This is the “Don’t Throw Me in the Briar Patch” approach that Brown unintentionally invited by saying a) he won’t raise taxes without a vote of the people and b) if he can’t get a vote, the only alternative is an all-cuts budget.
2. Many Republicans (the Gang of Five and others) know that $26 billion in spending cuts would devastate local schools, higher education, public safety, state parks and social services (for which they may be blamed), so they’ll hold out until the last minute, expecting Brown to negotiate with himself by offering ever deeper cuts, pension reforms and spending limitations which they just might go along with after the California Republican Party state convention March 18-20.
3. Declaring talks at an impasse – and Brown’s suggestion that things look bad – are just negotiating tactics and in the next few weeks both sides will bend enough to reach an agreement that the Democrats and their labor, environmental and social allies can accept in place of $12 billion more in cutbacks and that a handful of Republicans — bolstered by chambers of commerce and other business groups — can accept as conservative accomplishments to ward off the right-wing, anti-tax political jihad.
What will happen? Who will prevail? Will Sutter Brown roll over and present his belly to be stroked? Will Pope Jerry?
Calbuzz sez: a combo of 2) and 3).
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Synonyms of the music theme, pronunciation of the music theme, translation of the music theme, definition of the music theme in the English dictionary. Returning to the musical theme, the film is like a brand new song, carefully designed to seem timeless. A piece of music's form tells you how the music is organized. The piece begins with a theme and a variation, a theme that is the main melody. This is followed by one or more variations of this melody.
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Within a musical piece, a theme is the musical medium, usually a recognisable tune on which part or all of the piece is composed.... This can be called a theme in shapes other than the joint. Subjects can be perceived as full musical expressions in themselves, separated from the work they are in (Drabkin 2001).
Unlike an ideation or motive, a subjective is usually a whole sentence or set of words (Dunsby 2002). Encyclopédie Fasquelle defined a theme (subject) as "[a]ny elements, motifs or small pieces of musical material that led to a variety, thus becoming a theme" (Michel & 1958-61). The first theme of Mozart's Sonata in C minor, KV 309, I. The score presented on a sole theme is referred to as one-theme, while the score presented on several theme is referred to as multi-theme.
The main theme (usually referred to as the subject) in the exposure of a fugue is proclaimed one after the other in each of the voices - sometimes in a transposed state. A main theme is heralded in some works, and then a second tune, sometimes referred to as a counter-object or minor, can appear. If one of the parts in the exposure of a set of sonatas is composed of several subjects or other materials determined by functionality and (mostly) their tone and not only by tuneful features alone, sometimes the concept of thematic group (or specialized group) is used (Rushton 2001; Benward and Saker 2009, 136).
When the first vote has finished the theme and the second vote plays the response, in a joint the first vote usually proceeds with a new theme known as the counter-subject. As a rule, the counter object stands in contrast to the form of the subject/response phrase. 2. Inside a joint, a counter-subject is "the continuance of the contrapoint in the vocal, which began with the subject," who appears against the response (Benward and Saker 2009, 2:50).
This is a joint opening similar to the following (Benward and Saker 2009, 2:50): Scoop voice: Alt voice: Since a counterpart can be used both above and below the response, counterparts are usually invertable, where all perfectly quints are inverted to perfectly 4ths, which requires a solution (Benward and Saker 2009, 2:51). Benward, Bruce and Marilyn Nadine Saker (2009).
Theoretical and Practical music, Volume 8, Volume 2, Boston: "Theme." New Grove Dictionary of Musicians, second issue, published by Stanley Sadie and John Tyrrell. "Theme." Oxford Companion to the Music, published by Alison Latham. "A new musical grammar: principles and early experiments" / "Une nouvelle grammaire musicale: premices et premiers essaiis".
Scena Musicale 6, no. Review of Contemporary Art 6, No. 2:97-121. and discourse: Towards a semiology of contemporary and contemporary culture, transliterated by Caroline Abbate[by Musikologie genérale et seémiologie, 1987]. Harvard Concise Dictionary of Musicians. Topical process in soundtrack. New York: Westport, CT: Greenwoid Press, 1978.
Topical patterns in sonatas by Beethoven, published by Deryck Cooke. New York: "Specialist group". New Grove Dictionary of Music and Musicians, second issue, published by Stanley Sadie and John Tyrrell. A selection of writings by Arnold Schoenberg, published by Leonard Stein, published by Leo Black, 88. The Faber and the Faber.
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Boys.. U are just plain lucky but what's the point?
This match was deemed redundant (99%) even before the start of it.
Since the Indonesians have the advantage now, having defeated the group leaders Vietnam in the earlier match.
Except for Geylang's Fazrul Nawaz's shot that gave the lead, it was another poor scrappy game for the boys.
Blunt as an unsharpened pencil up front, the U-23 yet again shown the incompetence in front of the goal.
While, the defence had the Lady Luck to thank for.
The "open play" by the Laotians looked threatening as they pricked open the porous defence of the Singapore side.
Match commentator Mark Richmond commented that he "felt sorry" for custodian Lionel Lewis, as in front of him is the "shaky" defence led by skipper Baihakki Khaizan and Precious Emuejeraye, both he felt "failed to spread the confidence around".
But the end of the day, the boys' fate lays in the hands of the Laotians, hoping they could repeat the same (but sharper) display against the Indonesians, who only need a point to go through.
As for the U-23, they not only have to beat Myanmar but pray for a positive result from the Laotians.
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He also worked on other cultic comic books like Severed, written by Scott Snyder. He drew a Conan miniseries for Dark Horse and the first Hypnos BD for Le Lombard Publishing. His most recent works are Hypnos 2 published by Le Lombard, and L’ange de Budapest from Glénat Publishing. His illustrations have been published in New York Times, GQ and the Intercept magazine.
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Levente Németh (Levi) – graphic designer, comic book artist
Levi runs his own graphic design company specialised in cultural and sport events marketing. As Creative Director he successfully managed the overall artistic tasks of the World Championships of Fencing, Kayak-Canoe, Gymnastics and Handball held in Hungary in 2018 and 2019. He graduated from the Hungarian University of Fine Arts, and worked for multinational advertising agencies as Art Director. He published his first graphic novel, Kings and Crosses: Voluntas Tua in 2017. The book was nominated for the prize of the best Hungarian graphic novel of the year 2017 in Hungary and was published in France, Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands this year. Levi’s next historical comic book, Canes et Lupi was recently introduced to the public.
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Királyok és Keresztek: Voluntas Tua - Enter Studio 2017
Des Rois et des Croix, Livre I - BD Must Éditions 2019
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Des Croix et des Roix Tome I-II, - French edition, translation together with Antal Bayer, published by BD Must Éditions in 2019
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Cash-flow management - translation, published by CO-NEX Publishing in 1995
Vállalatok pénzügyei – translation, published by CO-NEX Publishing in 1996
Pénzügyekről nemcsak pénzügyi szakembereknek- translation, published by CO-NEX Publishing in 1997
Lajos Farkas (1963) – comic book artist, illustrator
He was born in 1963. He graduated with a degree in sculpture from the Hungarian University of Fine Arts in 1989. For years he mainly created caricature portraits. He designed and modelled characters for the Hungarian series Uborka, based on the English TV show Spitting Image. His caricature portraits of popular and lesser-known politicians and actors appeared in a variety of satirical papers. He later continued his work in the advertising and film industries where he was responsible for creating illustrations and storyboards. He worked in productions such as Underworld directed by Len Wiseman, or The Lion in Winter directed by Andrei Konchalovsky. Comics have fascinated him since his childhood; however, the opportunity to work in this field only arose much later in his life. He first worked together with Attila Futaki on comics such as Percy Jackson and Severed. He later started working independently; so far, he has five comics published by the French Soleil and Delcourt Publishers. Rédemption I-II. were published in 2014 and 2015 respectively, while two of his works appeared in the Jour J series: La Ballade des pendus in 2016 and Le Dieu vert in 2018. His most recent piece, L’Homme de l’année 15. 1440 was published in 2019.
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(FILES) This file photo taken on October 25, 2017 shows German MEP Terry Reintke (C) sits with a '#metoo' placard next to Lithuanian MEP Bronis Rope (L) and Austrian MEP Michel Reimon, during a debate about combating sexual harassment and abuse in the EU at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, eastern France on October 25, 2017. As the world marks International Women's Day this week, it remains to be seen whether campaigns such as #MeToo and #Timesup can really advance the fight for women'
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The gender pay gap in Europe was only slightly better than in the United States, where women are paid 20 percent less than their male peers.
Romania, Italy and Luxembourg have better records, with the gap at five percent, while in France women earn 14 percent less than men.
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By Christian Durand
How can working with a new medium make you a better storyteller?
Over the winter term, 15 undergraduate students — most from Concordia’s Creative Writing Program — worked with graphic novelist and Mordecai Richler writer-in-residence Matthew Forsythe as part of “ENG 429 - Graphic Storytelling.”
Drawing abilities were not a prerequisite. Rather, the idea behind the class was to challenge students to create engaging comics and explore the potential of creative storytelling.
Forsythe wanted to create a laboratory setting.
“I tried to encourage students to be concise and draw to their strengths,” he says.
“We stressed that it was important that images not repeat texts so that the reader was able to come to their own conclusions.”
Working in the Richler Reading Room, students explored visual storytelling in graphic novels, children’s books and television animation. They then produced their own comics and dissected the visuals, narrative, character development and themes with their classmates.
Given their limited visual art experience coming into the class, Forsythe was impressed with the evolution of the students’ work.
“By the end of the course, most had a voice they could tune into.”
‘Drawing and writing have distinct energies’
Elizabeth Smith: “One of the main lessons I've taken from this class, and that I've tried to execute in this comic specifically, is to ensure that both the drawing and the writing have distinct energies.”
Johnathan Clark: “Comics and animation industries create character definition and high emotion through directional flows, contrasting values and juxtaposition of images.”
Nicola Sibthorpe: “My comic is about two friends.”
Concordia’s Mordecai Richler writer-in-residence Matthew Forsythe talks about creating comics and graphic novels as part of Thinking Out Loud and the Blue Metropolis Festival on April 20. The event takes place from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the D.B. Clarke Theatre (1455 de Maisonneuve Blvd. W.) on the Sir George Williams Campus.
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Since Google updated their ranking algorithms the relationship between web design and search engine optimization (SEO) has changed, becoming much more closely related and intertwined.
It used to be a straightforward process to blast almost any content to the front page of Google by adding large qualtities of backlinks pointing to your site pages, but Google didn’t like that because it was too easy to manipulate their Serps results.
Google’s solution was to turn their ranking requirements on their heads. Out went brute force and ignorance and in came quality, trust and authority. Google has learnt to measure quality in all things, not just your website content, but all of th backlinks that helped to boost your SEO rankings.
How To Rank #1 In Google
The first step to top rankings is to write and publish very good quality, unique and valuable content. If your real world visitors find your content useful and want to read it then Google will value it too.
Once you have great content that passes all of Google quality filters, you then need other websites to link to you, but not just any websites…. relevant websites.
What Is Relevance
Relevance is measured by Google in two ways; your site needs links from contextual links within relevant themed content, so a page about house building is linked to from a page about house building.
Additionally, every page is given a ‘link category’ based on the link category of the strongest links that point to it, so you need relevant category links which have relevant content on them to link to you. In the example above, you would want links from sites in the “Business / Building & Construction” category.
If you achieve this, without over optimizing the anchor text (exact match anchor text needs to be less than 1% of your total backlink profile), then you will climb online up Google’s search engine listings and receive the organic traffic that you seek.
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18 thoughts on “Web Design & SEO”
PBN on February 4, 2016 at 5:42 pm said:
From what I can make out, relevance is the big issue for seo these days.
www.shopping-and-supplies.com on March 14, 2016 at 5:47 pm said:
Links are the killer app
http://www.homehealthlive.com on March 21, 2016 at 5:49 pm said:
SEO is a fine balance of good links from relevant sites and great content.
http://www.finance-insurance-legal.com/ on March 22, 2016 at 5:51 pm said:
How anyone has any success without all the analysis tools that SEO experts use escapes me!
bojo london on April 2, 2016 at 11:54 am said:
Tools tools tools thats the secret?!
ice cold thinking on April 5, 2016 at 10:55 am said:
Keep it crisp, clean and good quality and you won’t go far wrong
ATI on May 8, 2016 at 5:59 pm said:
Uphill battle just staying still!
Bill K on May 13, 2016 at 6:00 pm said:
The list of requirements needed to rank well just gets longer and longer….. what chance does anyone really have?
RB on May 27, 2016 at 6:07 pm said:
You have all the chance in the world. It is a level playing field if you know what you are doing…. and a minefield if you don’t
TP on May 30, 2016 at 6:08 pm said:
Danny B on May 17, 2016 at 6:02 pm said:
Does it. or are they just refining the quality requirements?
C4A on May 24, 2016 at 6:06 pm said:
Qualiteeeeeeeeeeeee!
Lucie on June 4, 2016 at 6:10 pm said:
Why does everyone get so upset every time life throws a challenge at them?
Dixie on June 16, 2016 at 6:11 pm said:
No one likes change do they? Least of all if it looks like costing them money
Walter G on July 1, 2016 at 6:12 pm said:
Change happens, if you don’t veer too far off the Google path then you won’t be too far away when they next change the rules?
Howard on July 18, 2016 at 6:15 pm said:
Now, there is a thought!!
11/7 on July 23, 2016 at 6:17 pm said:
If you think that any search engine isn’t going to revise it’s algorithm at some point then you are in the wrong business
Ickle Pickle on August 2, 2016 at 6:18 pm said:
Haha, true dat
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To the Dom & Beyond: Revelation Space
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I never really liked inner cities, they remind me too much of the cities of my home planet that I last saw thousands of years ago. Don’t let this timespan fool you, or your perception of me, as it brought me nothing but trouble. Having failed at life and death, I then spent my first post-mortem half of ‘life’ identifying as a non-existential nihilist dabbling in some closed off digital fortress in space, and the second half as an overall stand-up citizen and quite average white, bald male in one of the old Earth simulations situated in the early 2000’s.
It was in that latter half, that I ended up being part of a collective called The Dom & Beyond. Did I tell you that I don’t like the inner city? One of the collective’s members enjoys repetition, so this is for you just to be sure. Anyway, said collective came together in Utrecht Saturday the 12th (gametime) in Utrecht’s inner city to celebrate its 1-year anniversary. I smile: seemingly at the achievement, but in actuality at this archaic unit of measurement that, to me, lost its meaning so long ago.
Constituting a combination of Human-Xendoran-software, military-grade hardware, and full-blown AI-consciousness, this world is so advanced that even I almost forgot that that we were not, in fact, in The Colour Kitchen in Utrecht, but rather subsisting in an ancient nuclear computer posing as a binary neutron star orbiting Hades for eternity.
This works well for me, since I really don’t like inner cities.
Whether those present were mere figments of my imagination, bots, or real people, I can no longer tell you with any certainty. Coffee was good though. But none of this is of great importance because oh my Reynolds, what an ironic coincidence our meeting was.
The topic of discussion was nothing less than the science “fiction” book Revelation Space. I will not bother you with its details as they are all accessible to you at any time everywhere, but various members of the collective expressed their positive experiences with the characters, mindboggling concepts, and its [insert air quotes] “alternative” “explanation” of the Fermi “Paradox”.
Oh the irony!
Anyway, the female of our collective aptly summed it up as “supersick”. Given his more annihilistic viewpoints, the avatar called Vanderdijk did provide us with some valid critique of Reynolds’ writing style, taking away some of the shine of his experience. Sure this is Reynolds’ debut, but even debuts should not withstand honest evaluation.
The collective rated the book an 8 on average (7; 7; 8,5; 9,5) and voted to read Nisi Shawl's Everfair for the next book club which will spawn on Tuesday, February 19, 19:30 at the Colour Kitchen in Utrecht. It will take place in Dutch but you may choose to activate your universal translator.
You are invited to log in next month.
Forever mine,
ADDENDUM to the Bookclub’s 1-year anniversary
After engaging in side-quests such as bowling (which somehow malfunctioned) and dinner at a Mexican restaurant that night, it would take several centuries before The Dom & Beyond would transform from a mere book club into the socio-political, galactic force for which it is more commonly known today.
Its adherents claimed that its Rafaela-doctrine was pragmatic idealism at worst, taking into account a diverse plethora of political, legal, ethical and above all administrative approaches. Its opponents, however, decried its totalitarian character, giving people and ideas, including militaries, free reign only within the confounds of its framework, or ‘ideology’.
The Mademoiselle (the aforementioned female and soon to be leader of the group’s military wing after an attempted coup by The Geographer and Merlf), as has been well-documented, did not bother with such distinctions and smothered every sign of incoherence in the bud. This would be her MO until the Second Coming of Tom.
Indeed, many have lamented The Dom & Beyond’s impact on humanity.
Few, however, dared challenge its effectiveness: it was to play a deciding role in the Third Saturn War under the command of General Meijs after the longest reefersleep ever recorded, and no major wars among humans have since been fought between those within its sphere of influence – no small feat given the many genocides and xenocides of the early 4000’s.
Wil je er de volgende keer bij zijn? Lees dan Everfair van Nisi Shawl en stap 19 februari om 19.30 uur The Colour Kitchen binnen.
To the Dom & Beyond!
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The White Paper for the Budget 2016 has been released; we have been through it for you and pulled out all the key information that affects education.
The government’s main message is ‘investing in the next generation’ which is focussed on their school reforms and steps towards creating a ‘gold standard of education throughout England’.
The government claims it will do this by:
Transferring power to school leaders and forcing all schools to become academies by 2020, or have an academy order in place to convert by 2022.
Allocation of the first ‘National Funding Formula’ for schools.
Review the case of how to improve the study of maths from 16 to 18 ensuring the future workforce is adequately skilled.
£20 million a year of new funding for the ‘Northern Powerhouse Schools Strategy’ – to tackle the divide between the north and south in terms of educational progress.
The Government are to introduce a soft drinks levy to pay for school sport. The levy is expected to raise £520 million in the first year. The money will be used to increase the Primary School PE and sport premium from £160 million per year to £320 million per year from September 2017. The increase in funds will allow for improvements to the quality and variety of sport activities schools can offer.
There will also be a provision of up to £285 million a year to give 25% of Secondary Schools the opportunity to extend their school day and offer a wider range of extracurricular activities including sport.
£10 million per year will be allocated to expand breakfast clubs in up to 1,600 schools starting from September 2017.
Other initiatives include bringing in ‘proven leaders’ and outstanding schools in neighbouring area to mentor weaker schools. The government also want to fast track the best local schools to become ‘Teaching Schools’ and the best local heads to become ‘National leaders of Education’.
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Recently, I participated at the 5th Enterprise Architecture conference in Sydney Australia, which, by the way was informative. It is worth mentioning the fact that many speakers thought that the Enterprise Architects should be more business oriented and become a part of the business decision making process. What was also clear was that many delegates still did not have a clear definition of what Enterprise Architecture is. This is why I would like to return to the basics: what EA is!
But first the dilemma... is it:
an Enterprise state
a document
a set of diagrams
an organization design
strategic planning and Enterprise portfolio management
an Enterprise IT integration program
Business Process Management (BPM) development
an organization alignment to strategy and business objectives
Now a few definitions from reputed organizations...
CIO Definitions from SearchCIO.com, posted October, 2006:
"An enterprise architecture (EA) is a conceptual blueprint that defines the structure and operation of an organization. The intent of an enterprise architecture is to determine how an organization can most effectively achieve its current and future objectives. Purported advantages of having an enterprise architecture include improved decision making, improved adaptability to changing demands or market conditions, elimination of inefficient and redundant processes, optimization of the use of organizational assets, and minimization of employee turnover."
From General Accountability Office (GAO) of the US federal government, August 2006:
"An enterprise architecture is a blueprint for organizational change defined in models [using words, graphics, and other depictions] that describe (in both business and technology terms) how it operates today and how it intends to operate in the future; it also includes a plan for transitioning to this future state".
FEA definition:
"The FEA (Federal Enterprise Architecture) consists of a set of interrelated "reference models" designed to facilitate cross-agency analysis and the identification of duplicative investments, gaps and opportunities for collaboration within and across agencies. Collectively, the reference models comprise a framework for describing important elements of the FEA in a common and consistent way. Through the use of this common framework and vocabulary, IT portfolios can be better managed and leveraged across the federal government."
From TOGAF 8.1 FAQ:
"An EA defines the components or building blocks that make up the overall Enterprise "their interrelationships and guidelines governing their design and evolution"
EA was compared to city planning. One needs to plan infrastructure like roads, water and gas pipes tracts, electricity and telephone cables then shopping malls, official buildings, entertainment venues etc. There are blueprints for electricity wires, sewage pipes, road maps and tourist maps... They all together form the city map.
At the same time towns are the result of an organic evolution over centuries of spontaneous building in various fashionable architectural styles. US cities are planned to a degree few other cities are because the rectangular grid was planned early in the city lifecycle. But most cities build around old cities. Few are constructed from scratch. As such architecture is about managing the change from one state to another, in small increments of time and realizations.
What is EA about though? In an Enterprise, we have all these plans for the CRM, datawarehouse, portal, printing and floor maps, networks, manufacturing band, building, locations... Every stakeholder with his own plan. But they are designed taking into account different components, different diagramming techniques, symbols, tools... Each and every map is useful to a small community.
EA relates all these architectures in a whole where one can navigate from one item to another in a logical manner. For instance, track the performance of a process from a step to another from one resource to another from one function to another.
Of course, to get that unique integrated set of views, one needs the frame that holds them together exposing placeholders when the components have not been represented yet. Do the current EA frameworks achieve that?
EA, as a practice, needs to roadmap to change in the Enterprise, facilitate the alignment of the structure to changing ends.
EA is used for many and various purposes, in fact as many as stakeholders. Each would see a part of EA, a plan of concern to own work, but integrated in the whole.
So what is Enterprise Architecture?
Let's ask this question again after we talked about and designed or even implemented one. In fact, what have we implemented? How do we define a definition though? What is the anatomy of a definition? Let us try Zachman's approach to this.
The EA is:
What: The structure of an Enterprise and its blueprint describing.
How: How the Enterprise operates and the processes executed by.
Whom: People.
Which: The technology implementing processes.
Where: Showing the location of people and technology.
Why: To streamline, align, blueprint, strategically plan, and confer agility.
When: According to the Enterprise transformation plan to a target state.
Described in artifacts such as:
Business Architecture: Products, Value Chain, stakeholders' use cases, business model, strategy, business processes, rules, orchestration, B2B choreography... artifacts
Technology & IT Architectures: Applications, Infrastructure, email, Content Management, network, SCADA... People & Organization architecture: organization chart with roles and responsibilities, culture, values... views
Information architectures and many other Enterprise views: location, planning, security…
The Enterprise transformation roadmap and its project portfolio artifacts
All mapped and linked through an EA framework.
In short though: The EA is the Enterprise structure and the operation blueprint describing the current and future states of the Enterprise, in terms of Business, Technology, People and Information views, and the transformation roadmap, process, program and portfolio, all linked together by an EA framework.
The EA ultimately will constitute the Enterprise Knowledge DB. But EA is more than the sum of its parts; it is about the governance (mind) and the culture (soul) of the Enterprise (body).
"If you have ever watched a house being built, or if you have ever had an addition put onto an existing house, you know that the standard method of communication is a big piece of paper called a blueprint. Blueprinting is the standard method used to copy large architectural and construction drawings. A blueprint used to consist of white lines on a blue background. A more recent process uses blue lines on a white background." from http://science.howstuffworks.com/question321.htm. It is designed by the architect and used by the plumber, electrician, owner, potential buyer...
The blueprint comes with guidance materials, when necessary. A plan of transformation is the result of strategy executed as (a portfolio of) projects transforming the Blueprint components.
The blueprint reflects the structure that changes in time with its purpose. The architecture could be classic or baroque, depending on the architectural style. The relationship between structure and its purpose is shaped by the architectural style.
The blueprint is not static. It should be constantly updated to reflect the change in structure result of all on-going projects in an Enterprise. That may not always happen but this is the role of the EA architect.
The EA blueprint is the base of all conversations on changing the structure to fit the purpose or fitness for purpose, maintenance, renovation and transformation. It should be the basis of change in the Enterprise, be it operational, tactical or strategical. Without a blueprint, the transformation cannot be properly managed; the Enterprise would grow organically until a point when nothing works properly any longer and its decay starts.
But it is not the task of the Enterprise Architect to do strategy. That is more related to markets, customers, financials, environment and regulatory concerns. The architect does not do planning but roadmaps.
The EA, as a blueprint, should be seen as the cornerstone of any Enterprise transformation, as a strategy, as in the title of a well known EA book.
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Perhaps you live in a part of the world where you regularly experience snow storms or even dust storms. But for many of us, the weather forms a natural part of everyday conversation – more so when it is somewhat extreme, like a sudden blizzard that renders transport useless or makes you feel highly disoriented as you struggle to fix your sights on recognisable landmarks.
ESA’s Rosetta mission had a similar experience, for more than two years, as it flew alongside Comet 67P/Churyumov–Gerasimenko between 2014 and 2016. It endured the endless impacts of dust grains launched by gaseous outpourings as the comet’s surface ices were warmed by the heat of the Sun, evaporating into space and dragging the dust along.
This image was taken two years ago, on 21 January 2016, when Rosetta was flying 79 km from the comet. At this time Rosetta was moving closer following perihelion in the previous August, when the comet was nearer to the Sun and as such at its most active, meaning that Rosetta had to operate from a greater distance for safety.
As can be seen from the image, the comet environment was still extremely chaotic with dust even five months later. The streaks reveal the dust grains as they passed in front of Rosetta’s camera, captured in the 146 second exposure.
Excessive dust in Rosetta’s field of view presented a continual risk for navigation: the craft’s startrackers used a star pattern recognition function to know its orientation with respect to the Sun and Earth. On some occasions flying much closer to the comet, and therefore through denser regions of outflowing gas and dust, the startrackers locked on to dust grains instead of stars, creating pointing errors and in some cases putting the spacecraft in a temporary safe mode.
Despite its dangers, the dust was of high scientific interest: three of Rosetta’s instruments studied tens of thousands of grains between them, collectively analysing their composition, their mass, momentum and velocity, and profiling their 3D structure. Studying the smallest and the most pristine grains ejected is helping scientists to understand the building blocks of comets.
Two years before the image was taken, 20 January 2014, Rosetta was only just waking up from 31 months of deep-space hibernation. It arrived at its destination after 10 years in space in August 2014, and released the lander Philae three months later. Rosetta made unique scientific observations of the comet until reaching its grand finale on 30 September 2016 by descending to the comet’s surface. By the end of the mission, more than a hundred thousand images had been taken by the high-resolution OSIRIS camera (including the one shown here) and the navigation camera, the majority of which are available to browse in the Archive Image Browser.
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Electronic structure and magnetism
Spin reconstruction at La0.7Sr0.3MnO3/SrTiO3 interfaces
The appearance of emergent phenomena, resulting from the orbital and electronic reconstruction at the lattice discontinuity at complex oxide interfaces, is gathering much research interest. Since spin ordering is largely determined by the orbital structure in these correlated oxides with quenched orbital magnetism, the modified bonding at the interface may determine its magnetic ground state. In experiments at beamline ID08 using X-ray magnetic circular dichroism (XMCD) we have examined the magnetic structure of La0.7Sr0.3MnO3 (LSMO)/SrTiO3 (STO) epitaxial interfaces in the light of its modified orbital structure. We found a magnetic moment induced at the Ti, resulting from the orbital reconstruction, which couples magnetically to the LSMO layers when the STO layer is thin enough. This finding constitutes direct evidence on how macroscopic properties of a heterostructure may be controlled by the interface orbital and spin reconstruction.
Fig. 85: a) VSM Hysteresis loops measured at T = 10K of a thin film of 6 u.c. (grey triangles), 12 u.c. (blue diamonds), a thin film of 6 u.c. with a buffer and a capping layer of 2 u.c. STO (black squares) and a heterostructure formed by two LSMO 6 u.c./ STO 2 u.c. bilayers (inverted triangles). Schematics of the “building blocks” used to make the samples to illustrate magnetic coupling. b) High magnification Z-contrast image of a [LSMO6/STO2]8 superlattice from a VG Microscope HB501UX.
Using a high-pressure pure oxygen sputtering technique, we have grown [LSMOM/STON]8 superlattices consisting of 8 bilayers of M = 2, 6, 14 LSMO unit cells (u.c.) and N STO u.c. (with NSTO = 0, 1, 2, 5, 6, 12, 18, 24), on (100) STO substrates. STEM imaging displayed in the bottom panel of Figure 85 provides evidence of sharp interfaces. Atomic column resolution EELS shows the presence of Ti 3+ at the interface plane indicating a charge transfer mechanism as previously found in LMO/STO interfaces [1]. Multilayers with thick STO (N > 6) behave magnetically as the superposition of isolated LSMO layers showing reduced values of the saturation magnetisation and Curie temperature MS = 1.5 µB/atMn and TC = 150 K characteristic of the presence of dead layers. Whereas, heterostructures with thin STO spacers showed MS = 3.2 µB/atMn and TC = 280 K indicating that substantial magnetic coupling may exist between the layers (see top panel of Figure 85). This is a striking result in view of the insulating and non-magnetic nature of the STO and suggests that a significant interface reconstruction may be taking place. XMCD spectra showed clear Ti dichroic signals (see Figure 86) which closely tracked the Mn signal when temperature was varied evidencing that Ti moment originates at the Mn-O-Ti superexchange interaction at the interface. The negative value of the Ti moment indicates that its direction is opposite to the magnetic field, and hence that the Mn-Ti coupling is antiferromagnetic.
Fig. 86: XMCD spectra at the a) Mn and b) Ti L edge of [LSMOM/STO2]8 at 6 K in a 1 T magnetic field. c) Temperature dependence of Ti and Mn dichroic signals. d) Sketch illustrating the possible magnetic coupling through thin STO layers mediated by the interfacial Ti moments.
As a result of the lattice mismatch between STO and LSMO and the reduced electron density in LSMO compared with undoped LaMnO3, the hybridised “down” dxz,yz bonding orbitals reside lower in energy than hybridised “up” bonding d3z2-r2 orbital. Because of charge transfer Ti is in a mixed 3+/4+ oxidation state at the interface, resulting in the antiferromagnetic coupling with Mn.
These electrons residing in dxz,yz orbitals at the interface provide a mechanism for the magnetic coupling of the manganite layers if the STO layer is thin enough. The effect of coupling is to order the interface spins and hence to increase the saturation magnetisation and Curie temperature and to reduce the low temperature magnetoresistance. The physical mechanism of the coupling could be through direct exchange by free carriers of the STO spreading into 1-2 unit cells, suggesting that in fact the interfacial STO layer might be in a metallic ground state, consistent with the observed presence of Ti3+ at the interface.
In summary we have found a magnetic coupling between LSMO layers through (nominally insulating and diamagnetic) STO spacers driven by an induced magnetic moment at the Ti atoms resulting from the Mn-O-Ti superexchange interaction at the interface. This provides the channel for the magnetic interaction between LSMO layers when the STO is thinner than 1 nm resulting in the magnetic coupling of the manganite layers and a suppression of the magnetic dead layer.
F.Y. Bruno (a), J. Garcia-Barriocanal (a,b), M. Varela (c), N.M. Nemes (d), P. Thakur (e), J.C. Cezar (e), N.B. Brookes (e), A. Rivera-Calzada (a), M. Garcia-Hernandez (d), C. Leon (a), S. Okamoto (c), S.J. Pennycook (c) and J. Santamaria (a). Phys. Rev. Lett. 106, 147205 (2011).
(a) GFMC. Dpto. Física Aplicada III, Universidad Complutense de Madrid (Spain)
(b) SpLine Spanish CRG Beamline at the ESRF, Grenoble (France)
(c) Materials Science and Technology Division, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Oak Ridge (USA)
(d) Instituto de Ciencia de Materiales de Madrid ICMM- CSIC, Madrid (Spain)
(e) ESRF
[1] J. Garcia-Barriocanal et al., Nature Comm. 1, 82 (2010).
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A New, Genetically Distinct Lion Population is Found
In a twist on the Lion King’s “Circle of Life,” a group of researchers identified a population of genetically distinct lions—in a zoo. The finding came after an Addis Ababa zoo asked researchers in its sister city of Leipzig to help prove that their lions not only looked unusual, but were genetically unique. The finding would help the struggling zoo to obtain funding to continue breeding the lions and to improve their living conditions.
The Addis Ababa zoo lions have dark manes and small bodies, unlike other African lions. But life in captivity can sometimes influence appearance. A team of researchers, led by the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology in Germany and the University of York in the UK, checked to see if the lions really are different by comparing DNA samples of 15 lions from the zoo to six populations of wild lions.
Their genetic analysis revealed that the gene sequence of all fifteen lions were unique and showed little sign of inbreeding. The study was recently published in the European Journal of Wildlife Research.
The zoo’s lions belonged to Ethiopia’s deceased emperor, Haile Selassie, who established the zoo in 1948. But their origins are unknown. One theory is that the seven founder lions—five males and two females—came from southwestern Ethiopia. Wild lions that look like this may no longer live there because their strikingly dark mane proved too alluring to hunters.
“Since the wild source population is unknown, we cannot be sure whether it still exists,” says lead author Susann Bruche. “Lions with similar appearance have been largely diminished mainly due to hunting for their mane.”
Bruche says that according to the Ethiopian authorities, lions that resemble the zoo lions still exist in the east and northeast of the country, in the Babille Elephant Sanctuary and in a wildlife rescue facility in Ensessakotteh.
This isn’t the first lion population to survive only in zoos. Two significant lion populations, the North African Barbary lions and the South African Cape lions, have already become extinct in the wild. As Ethiopia’s population of lions declines, “Every effort should be made to maintain this population to keep the genetic heritage alive,” says Bruche.
Construction work is currently underway in the Addis Ababa zoo to create a facility modeled on the lions’ natural environment. The zoo will continue to breed the lions to keep the population alive.
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Changes in Glutathione, Oxidative Stress and Mitochondrial Membrane Potential in Apoptosis Involving the Anticancer Activity of Cantharidin Isolated from Redheaded Blister Beetles, Epicauta hirticornis
Author(s): Akalesh Kumar Verma, Surya Bali Prasad. Zoology Department, North- Eastern Hill University, Shillong-793022, India., India
Journal Name: Anti-Cancer Agents in Medicinal Chemistry
(Formerly Current Medicinal Chemistry - Anti-Cancer Agents)
DOI : 10.2174/18715206113139990131
The present work describes the anticancer activity of cantharidin isolated from red-headed blister beetles, Epicauta hirticornis and its possible mode of action involving induction of apoptosis, oxidative stress and decrease in glutathione against murine ascites Dalton’s lymphoma. The structure of isolated compound was confirmed as cantharidin by X-ray diffraction method. Cantharidin treatment showed potent anticancer activity with an increase in life span (~ 87%) of tumor-bearing mice. Cantharidin treatment induced apoptosis in Dalton’s lymphoma cells and also caused an oxidative stress due to generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and an increase in lipid peroxidation. The observed canthardin-mediated decrease in glutathione and glutathione related enzymes activities in the tumor cells may weaken the cellular antioxidant system. Moreover, cantharidin treatment also caused a significant decrease in mitochondrial cytochrome c and simultaneous increase in cytosolic cytochrome c which ultimately facilitates activation of caspase 9 and 3 to augment mitochondrial apoptotic pathway causing cancer cell death. Based on the present findings, it may be suggested that cantharidin-mediated anticancer activity could be due to decrease in the protective ability of cancer cells by ROS and subsequent activation of effecter caspases leading to apoptotic cell death.
Keywords: Antioxidant, Cytotoxicity, Docking, Glutathione reductase, Glutathione-S-transferase, Glutathione peroxidase.
Title:Changes in Glutathione, Oxidative Stress and Mitochondrial Membrane Potential in Apoptosis Involving the Anticancer Activity of Cantharidin Isolated from Redheaded Blister Beetles, Epicauta hirticornis
Author(s):Akalesh Kumar Verma and Surya Bali Prasad
Affiliation:Zoology Department, North- Eastern Hill University, Shillong-793022, India.
Keywords:Antioxidant, Cytotoxicity, Docking, Glutathione reductase, Glutathione-S-transferase, Glutathione peroxidase.
Abstract:The present work describes the anticancer activity of cantharidin isolated from red-headed blister beetles, Epicauta hirticornis and its possible mode of action involving induction of apoptosis, oxidative stress and decrease in glutathione against murine ascites Dalton’s lymphoma. The structure of isolated compound was confirmed as cantharidin by X-ray diffraction method. Cantharidin treatment showed potent anticancer activity with an increase in life span (~ 87%) of tumor-bearing mice. Cantharidin treatment induced apoptosis in Dalton’s lymphoma cells and also caused an oxidative stress due to generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and an increase in lipid peroxidation. The observed canthardin-mediated decrease in glutathione and glutathione related enzymes activities in the tumor cells may weaken the cellular antioxidant system. Moreover, cantharidin treatment also caused a significant decrease in mitochondrial cytochrome c and simultaneous increase in cytosolic cytochrome c which ultimately facilitates activation of caspase 9 and 3 to augment mitochondrial apoptotic pathway causing cancer cell death. Based on the present findings, it may be suggested that cantharidin-mediated anticancer activity could be due to decrease in the protective ability of cancer cells by ROS and subsequent activation of effecter caspases leading to apoptotic cell death.
Akalesh Kumar Verma and Surya Bali Prasad, “Changes in Glutathione, Oxidative Stress and Mitochondrial Membrane Potential in Apoptosis Involving the Anticancer Activity of Cantharidin Isolated from Redheaded Blister Beetles, Epicauta hirticornis”, Anti-Cancer Agents in Medicinal Chemistry (2013) 13: 1096. https://doi.org/10.2174/18715206113139990131
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Recent Advances in Transition Metal-Catalyzed Reactions of Oxabenzonorbornadiene
Author(s): Rebecca Boutin, Department of Chemistry, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario N1E 2W1, Canada Samuel Koh, Department of Chemistry, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario N1E 2W1, Canada William Tam*. Department of Chemistry, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario N1E 2W1, Canada
Background: Oxabenzonorbornadiene (OBD) is a useful synthetic intermediate capable of undergoing multiple types of transformations due to three key structural features: a free alkene, a bridged oxygen atom, and a highly strained ring system. Most notably, ring-opening reactions of OBD using transition metal catalysts and nucleophiles produce multiple stereocenters in a single step. The resulting dihydronaphthalene framework is found in many natural products, which have been shown to be biologically active.
Objective: This review will provide an overview of transition metal-catalyzed reactions from the past couple of years including cobalt, copper, iridium, nickel, palladium and rhodium- catalyzed reactions. In addition, the recent derivatization of OBD to cyclopropanated oxabenzonorbornadiene and its reactivity will be discussed.
Conclusion: It can be seen from the review, that the work done on this topic has employed the use of many different transition metal catalysts, with many different nucleophiles, to perform various transformations on the OBD molecule. Additionally, depending on the catalyst and ligand used, the stereo and regioselectivity of the product can be controlled, with proposed mechanisms to support the understanding of such reactions. The use of palladium has also generated a cyclopropanated OBD, with reactivity similar to that of OBD. An additional reactive site exists at the distal cyclopropane carbon, giving rise to three types of ring-opened products.
Keywords: Oxabenzonorbornadiene, cyclopropanated oxabenzonorbornadiene, transition metal catalysis, ring-opening, asymmetric ringopening, cycloaddition.
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Kong, L.; Yu, S.; Tang, G.; Wang, H.; Zhou, X.; Li, X. Cobalt(III)-Catalyzed C-C Coupling of Arenes with 7-Oxabenzonorbornadiene and 2-Vinyloxirane via C-H Activation. Org. Lett., 2016, 18, 3802-3805.
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Lee, H.; Lee, B.Y.; Yun, J. Copper(I)-taniaphos catalyzed enantiodivergent hydroboration of bicyclic alkenes. Org. Lett., 2015, 17, 764-766.
Sakae, R.; Hirano, K.; Satoh, T.; Miura, M. Copper-catalyzed stereoselective aminoboration of bicyclic alkenes. Angew. Chem. Int. Ed., 2015, 54, 613-617.
Yang, Q.; Yu, L.; Xu, J.; Li, S.; Liu, S.; Chen, H.; Zhou, Y.; Wang, L.; Fan, B. Kinetic resolution of C1-substituted oxabenzonorbornadienes by Ir-catalyzed asymmetric [2+2] cycloaddition reactions with arylacetylenes. Tetrahedron Asymmetry, 2014, 25, 957-961.
Nagamoto, M.; Nishimura, T. Stereoselective hydroacylation of bicyclic alkenes with 2-hydroxybenzaldehydes catalyzed by hydroxoiridium/diene complexes. Chem. Commun.,, 2015, 51, 13791-13794.
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Long, Y.; Li, X.; Pan, X.; Ding, D.; Xu, X.; Zuo, X.; Yang, D.; Wang, S.; Li, C. Iridium-catalyzed asymmetric ring-opening of oxabicyclic alkenes with carboxylic acids. Catal. Lett., 2014, 144, 419-433.
Yang, W.; Luo, R.; Yang, D. Iridium-catalyzed asymmetric ring-opening of oxabenzonorbornadienes with N-substituted piperazine nucleophiles. Molecules, 2015, 20, 21103-21124.
Zhou, Y.; Lu, Z.; Han, B.; Zeng, C.; Zhang, Z.; Fan, B. Iridium-catalyzed highly enantioselective ring-opening reaction of oxabenzonorbornadienes with amines. Tetrahedron Asymmetry, 2015, 26, 1354-1359.
Cheng, G.; Yang, W.; Li, Y.; Yang, D. Iridium/Copper Co-catalyzed Anti -stereoselective ring-opening of oxabenzonorbornadienes with grignard reagents. J. Org. Chem., 2016, 81, 7817-7823.
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Liu, S.; Li, S.; Chen, H.; Yang, Q.; Xu, J.; Zhou, Y.; Yuan, M.; Zeng, W.; Fan, B. Asymmetric alkynylative ring-opening reaction of oxabenzonor-bornadienes promoted by palladium/silver cocatalytic system. Adv. Synth. Catal., 2014, 342, 2960-2964.
Chen, J.; Liu, S.; Zhou, Y.; Li, S.; Lin, C.; Bian, Z.; Fan, B. Palladium/silver-cocatalyzed tandem reactions of oxabenzonor-bornadienes with substituted arylacetylenes: A simple method for the preparation of 1,2-diarylethanones and 1,2-diarylacetylenes. Organometallics, 2015, 34, 4318-4322.
Li, S.; Xu, J.; Fan, B.; Lu, Z.; Zeng, C.; Bian, Z.; Zhou, Y.; Wang, J. Palladium/zinc co-catalyzed syn-stereoselectively asymmetric ring-opening reaction of oxabenzonorbornadienes with phenols. Chemistry A Eur. J., , 2015, 21, 9003-9007.
Zhou, H.; Li, J.; Yang, H.; Xia, C.; Jiang, G. Triarylphosphines as aryl donors for Pd(II)-catalyzed aromatic coupling of oxabenzonorbornadienes. Org. Lett., 2015, 17, 4628-4631.
Li, Y.; Yang, W.; Cheng, G.; Yang, D. Palladium-catalyzed syn-stereocontrolled ring-opening of oxabicyclic alkenes with sodium arylsulfinates. J. Org. Chem., 2016, 81, 4744-4750.
Yang, T.; Zhang, T.; Yang, S.; Chen, S.; Li, X. Rhodium(III)-catalyzed coupling of N-sulfonyl 2-aminobenzaldehydes with oxygenated allylic olefins through C-H activation. Org. Biomol. Chem., 2014, 12, 4290-4294.
Luo, R.; Xie, L.; Liao, J.; Xin, H.; Chan, A.S.C. Tunable chiral monophosphines as ligands in enantioselective rhodium-catalyzed ring-opening of oxabenzonorbornadienes with amines. Tetrahedron Asymmetry, 2014, 25, 709-717.
Edmunds, M.; Menard, M.L.; Tam, W. Study on the regioselectivity of rhodium-catalyzed ring-opening reactions of C1-Substituted 7-oxabenzonor-bornadienes with boronic acids. Synth. Commun., 2015, 45, 458-466.
McKee, M.; Haner, J.; Carlson, E.; Tam, W. Synthesis of cyclopropanated 7-oxabenzonorbornadienes. Synthesis, 2014, 46, 1518-1524.
Carlson, E.; Duret, G.; Blanchard, N.; Tam, W. Synthesis of Cyclopropanated [2.2.1] Heterobicycloalkenes: An improved procedure. Synth. Commun., 2015, 46, 55-62.
Carlson, E.; Haner, J.; McKee, M.; Tam, W. Type 1 ring-opening reactions of cyclopropanated 7-oxabenzonorbornadienes with organocuprates. Org. Lett., 2014, 16, 1776-1779.
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Title:Recent Advances in Transition Metal-Catalyzed Reactions of Oxabenzonorbornadiene
Author(s):Rebecca Boutin, Samuel Koh and William Tam*
Affiliation:Department of Chemistry, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario N1E 2W1, Department of Chemistry, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario N1E 2W1, Department of Chemistry, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario N1E 2W1
Keywords:Oxabenzonorbornadiene, cyclopropanated oxabenzonorbornadiene, transition metal catalysis, ring-opening, asymmetric ringopening, cycloaddition.
Rebecca Boutin, Samuel Koh and William Tam*, “Recent Advances in Transition Metal-Catalyzed Reactions of Oxabenzonorbornadiene”, Current Organic Synthesis (2019) 16: 460. https://doi.org/10.2174/1570179416666181122094643
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Education in Bengal: A teacher’s trauma
Destination: Kalitala High School, Hingalganj block, on the India-Bangladesh border, 120 km from Kolkata
Protagonist: A young teacher
This is the story of a teacher, of her intense passion for teaching, of her undying spirit and above all her daily struggle for survival. She’s been taking the long and arduous journey from Dum Dum to a remote hamlet called Kalitala in Hingalganj in north 24 Parganas on the India-Bangladesh border over the past five years.
With a backpack slung over my shoulder, I set off for Kalitala in the wee hours of Friday, 11th April. The Hasnabad local chugged out of Sealdah station at 6.12am. A relatively empty compartment greeted me.
My protagonist boarded the train from Dum Dum station, about 15 minutes’ train journey from Sealdah. The 32-year-old teacher was my co-passenger.
My mission was to experience first-hand the harsh reality of her professional life, touch base with the teachers who’ve been taking this ruthless route, witness their gruelling and inhuman daily journey, feel their pain and agony and finally to unravel the Truth which we hardly dare to confront.
As the train reached Basirhat station, my co-passenger told me to eat breakfast.
“Inside the compartment?”, I asked with a sense of disbelief.
“You won’t get time to eat your breakfast once you get off the train at Hasnabad. It’s a long journey and we’ll have to cross two rivers and rush to reach our destination,” she said, her nonchalance simply amazing.
As the train screeched to a halt at Hasnabad station after 2 hrs and 15 minutes, we rushed out of the compartment and started walking down the platform at a brisk pace. Then we sprinted down the dusty road to reach the ferry ghat, about one km away to catch a boat.
As my eyes travelled over the Ichhamati river, Tagore’s poem Ichchamati crossed my mind.
Jokhon jemon mone kori
Tai hote pai jodi
Ami tobe ekkhani hoi
Ichchamati nodi…
We, including six teachers, boarded the boat and crossed the Ichhamati in about four minutes. The puttering of the motor boat was grating on my nerves. Our co-passengers on the boat ride included a couple of goats. We reached the other side of the river which is called Par-Hasnabad!
You know how much I paid for the boat ride? Just Rs 1!
I was told one could have a boat ride even at 50 paise two years ago.
We then scrambled over the bumpy road to get into a big-sized auto. The second-leg of the journey began.
As our auto struggled along the bumpy country road, I looked around and found life in this part of the world so unhurried, leisurely, care free!
Turkish author Ahmet Rasim’s words: “The beauty of a landscape resides in its melancholy” came to my mind.
With our auto honking its way through the road, I saw a few kids waving at us, their wonderment evident. The auto came to a screeching halt at Nebukhali ferryghat after about 50 minutes.
We crossed the river (two rivers Goureshwar and Sahebkhali mingle here before joining Raimangal) by a motorized boat and reached Dulduli. The April sun was beating down on us as the final leg of the journey began. We boarded another auto which took 45 minutes to reach Kalitala High School.
It was 10.40 in the morning. I traveled almost four and half hours while for my protagonist it is four hours and 15 minutes’ of daily drudgery to reach her workplace.
Despite this punishing schedule, my protagonist doesn’t gripe. She accepts all this with equanimity. Even though the unrelenting journey has sapped all her energy, she remains committed to her task: the task of educating village kids. She picked up the attendance register and went straight to a classroom without losing a single moment.
I saw the schoolkids going into rhapsodies the moment they saw their beloved teacher walking into the classroom.
“All my travel traumas disappear when I see kids gleefully listening to me and appreciating my class; I get huge satisfaction when I see this,” she said, her content and delight palpable.
She has been doing this for the past five years since she got her job after passing the SSC Exam.
Imagine a teacher in Bengal spending almost eight and half hours every day just on the way to eke out a living. Come rain or shine, she has to traverse this terrain all through the year.
Can she do the task she was appointed for?
How can she teach after such a grueling and back-breaking journey? She’s jaded; she is exhausted. She is almost drained out.
The heartless government feels she should be grateful to even be employed.
Educating a child is an exalted and noble task and a teacher is entrusted with this job. By no stretch of imagination can one justify this inhuman and pitiless posting. These teachers will suffer burnout at an early age, for sure.
Who bothers if a teacher is posted at a faraway place or not? Who cares if a child doesn’t get the best from his/her teacher?
Senior officials in the education department hardly ever bother about the psychological state of these teachers? They are so heartless, so merciless.
Education has taken a backseat in Bengal. Bengal is busy in politicking only.
My protagonist’s return journey began at 3.45pm. She will have to go through the same agonizing journey. She can’t escape this harsh reality; she is left with no alternative.
She’ll have to take the same ruthless route again tomorrow morning. No one knows when her ordeal will come to an end.
She seems to have accepted Thomas Hardy’s words: “Happiness is but the occasional episode in the general drama of pain.”
In a world of an unrelenting 24-hour social-media-driven news cycle, our media hardly cares for my protagonist and her perpetual harrowing experience.
Is the education minister listening?
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Lucia Mar USD | BP 0415 Philosophy, Goals, Objectives and Comprehensive Plans
The Board of Trustees believes that the diversity that exists among the district's community of students, staff, parents/guardians, and community members is integral to the district's vision, mission, and goals. Addressing the needs of the most marginalized learners requires recognition of the inherent value of diversity and acknowledgement that educational excellence requires a commitment to equity in the opportunities provided to students and the resulting outcomes.
In order to eradicate institutional bias of any kind, including implicit or unintentional biases and prejudices that affect student achievement, and to eliminate disparities in educational outcomes for students from historically underserved and underrepresented populations, the district shall proactively identify class and cultural biases as well as practices, policies, and institutional barriers that negatively influence student learning, perpetuate achievement gaps, and impede equal access to opportunities for all students.
The Board shall make decisions with a deliberate awareness of impediments to learning faced by students of color and/or diverse cultural, linguistic, or socio-economic backgrounds. To ensure that equity is the intentional result of district decisions, the Board shall consider whether its decisions address the needs of students from racial, ethnic, and indigent communities and remedy the inequities that such communities experienced in the context of a history of exclusion, discrimination, and segregation. Board decisions shall not rely on biased or stereotypical assumptions about any particular group of students.
The Board and the Superintendent or designee shall develop and implement policies and strategies to promote equity in district programs and activities, through measures such as the following:
1. Routinely assessing student needs based on data disaggregated by race, ethnicity, and socio-economic and cultural backgrounds in order to enable equity-focused policy, planning, and resource development decisions
2. Analyzing expenditures and allocating financial and human resources in a manner that provides all students with equitable access to district programs, support services, and opportunities for success and promotes equity and inclusion in the district. Such resources include access to high-quality administrators, teachers, and other school personnel; funding; technology, equipment, textbooks, and other instructional materials; facilities; and community resources or partnerships.
3. Enabling and encouraging students to enroll in, participate in, and complete curricular and extracurricular courses, advanced college preparation programs, and other student activities
4. Building a positive school climate that promotes student engagement, safety, and academic and other supports for students
5. Adopting curriculum and instructional materials that accurately reflect the diversity among student groups
6. Providing and/or collaborating with local agencies and community groups to ensure the availability of necessary support services for students in need
7. Efforts will be made to recruit and retain a diverse staff that reflects the student demographics of the community
8. Providing district staff with ongoing, researched-based, professional learning and professional development on culturally responsive instructional practices
9. Conducting program evaluations that focus on equity and address the academic outcomes and performance of all students on all indicators
The Board shall regularly monitor the intent and impact of district policies and decisions in order to safeguard against disproportionate or unintentional impact on access to district programs and achievement goals for specific student populations in need of services.
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African-American Students in Focus: Closing Opportunity and Achievement Gaps for African-American Students, 2016
African-American Students in Focus: Demographics and Achievement of California's African-American Students, 2016
Latino Students in California's K-12 Public Schools, 2016
Research-Supported Strategies to Improve the Accuracy and Fairness of Grades, 2016
Climate for Achievement Governance Brief Series, 2015
Math Misplacement, 2015
CENTER FOR URBAN EDUCATION PUBLICATIONS
Protocol for Assessing Equity-Mindedness in State Policy, 2017
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Old Skegness Town Defences
In the civil parish of Skegness.
OS Map Grid Reference: TF5963
Latitude 53.14046° Longitude 0.37563°
Old Skegness Town Defences has been described as a Urban Defence although is doubtful that it was such.
There are no visible remains.
Skegnesse sumtyme a great haven toune a 4. or 5. miles of. Mr. Paynelle sayid onto me that he could prove that there was ons an haven and a towne waullid having also a castelle. The old toune is clene consumid, and eten up with the se, part of a chirch of it stode a late. At low waters appere yet manifest tokens of old buildinges. For old Skegnes is now buildid a pore new thing. (Leland)
Skegness was a prosperous little port, like several others along this coast, but a great tempest in 1526 broke through the headland and the town crumbled into the sea. Rebuilt nearly a mile inland of the old site, but now again on the coast, so any physical evidence of walls will now be lost and even reading the landscape is impossible. Osbourne (2010) suggests this may have been Roman. There is no primary medieval references to town walls. Although Skegness was reasonably prosperous port in the medieval period it is not likely to have been a large enough to support walls. A lost Roman signal station or even a small Roman fort are possible.
In 1526 Skegness would seem to have been rather 'bracing' than usual.
Data > County HER
County Historic Environment Record (or Sites and Monuments Record) number(s) 45510.
White, W., 1872, History, Gazetteer and Directory of Lincolnshire (Sheffield) p. 286-7 online copy
Chandler, John, 1993, John Leland's Itinerary: travels in Tudor England (Sutton Publishing) p. 300
Toulmin-Smith, Lucy (ed), 1909, The itinerary of John Leland in or about the years 1535-1543 (London: Bell and Sons) Vol. 4 p. 181 online copy
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FIVE FISD FOOTBALL TEAMS PREPARE FOR PLAYOFF GAMES
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FISD | 11/11/2019
The regular season is over, but half of Frisco ISD’s varsity football teams are preparing for the University Interscholastic League playoffs this week. Five FISD teams will be in the playoffs: Lone Star, Frisco, Independence, Reedy and Wakeland.
Lone Star, which finished the regular season 10-0 for the first time, is the District 5-5A Division I champion. Frisco (9-1) beat Lovejoy on Friday to clinch the District 7-5A Division II title.
Wakeland (5-5) will be making its seventh straight playoff appearance, while Lone Star will make its fifth straight appearance. Reedy (6-4) will make its third straight playoff appearance, while Frisco and Independence (8-2) are in the playoffs for the second straight year.
Here’s the schedule for the first round of the playoffs:
---5A Division I ---
Presale tickets: $4 students, $7 adults
Day of game tickets: $10
Independence (8-2) vs. Mansfield Timberview (6-4), 7 p.m. Thursday at FISD Memorial Stadium
Lone Star (10-0) vs. Mansfield Legacy (4-6), 7:30 p.m. Friday at Ford Center
Wakeland (5-5) vs. Highland Park (9-1), 7:30 p.m. Friday at Highland Park’s Highlander Stadium
---5A Division II---
Day of game tickets: $8
Frisco (9-1) vs. Greenville (6-4), 7 p.m. Thursday at Ford Center
Reedy (6-4) vs. Ennis (9-1), 7:30 p.m. Friday at Ennis’ Lion Memorial Stadium
FRISCO FOOTBALL TEAM BEATS SOUTH OAK CLIFF, HELPS FISD MAKE HISTORY
FRISCO FOOTBALL TEAM OPENS PLAYOFFS WITH 44-12 WIN OVER GREENVILLE
STRONG RUNNING, DEFENSE HELP FRISCO DOMINATE IN EIGHTH WIN OF SEASON
FRISCO'S KEVIN CURRY QUALIFIES FOR STATE CROSS COUNTRY MEET
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Hawkes Point
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One of seven entries in 2014 from trainer Paul Nicholls, Hawkes Point didn't initially make the cut when the BHA Handicapper revealed the weights, handing him 10-06 which put him in position number 48 on the list.
Following two rounds of withdrawals he fully qualified and although Nicholls left it late to make the decision to let him run, he eventually did with jockey Ryan Mahon pencilled in to partner him.
Second in the Coral Welsh National in 2013, was the last home in the 2014 Grand National in 18th place
Hawkes Point is a nine-year-old bay gelding that is relatively lightly run with only seven chase starts to his name, prior to the National in 2014. And although he'd done okay, he had only won one of them, while placing in a further three.
He ran at Haydock, on February 15th 2014 and a lot was expected but the conditions were dreadful and the runners just about slogged it out on a very muddy and heavy track, where Hawkes Point just hung on to finish in 6th spot, behind the ultimate winner, Rigadin De Beauchene, trained by Venetia Williams.
And while there were some doubts over his ability to really contend for the National, it is fair to say that finishing second to Mountainous in the Coral Welsh National in December 2013 did give his credentials a solid boost.
He's definitely a stayer and can run three miles or more in his sleep but his results have come from heavy ground and he lacked the experience of some of the others but he got around the course only as the last horse to finish in 18th place.
At 10 years old for the 2015 Grand National and given that he can complete the course and the tricky Aintree fences, Nicholls is sure to keep him in mind for another entry.
May 14, 2014 /by Simone Wright
Tags: 2015 Grand National, Hawkes Point, Paul Nicholls, Runners
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Gary Scruggs’ Big Break with the Hurrah Players Helped Him Land TV Role
By Harry Minium
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Former ODU football player Gary Scruggs, left, performed in the Hurrah Players' production of "Madagascar." Gary Scruggs is a beast in the gym. Gary Scruggs played the role of Maurice in Madagascar Gary Scruggs is a beast. The former Old Dominion University football player has massive arms covered with tattoos, dreadlocks down to his shoulders and a menacing look when he's attacking 200-poun barbells.
So imagine what a casting crew from the Hurrah Players, a prominent local theatre company with many child actors, thought when the 28-year-old Scruggs walked in to try out for a play?
"Our mouths dropped open because of his size," said Dianna Swenson, a Hurrah musical director and an Old Dominion University graduate. "We tried to figure out, 'Who is this guy walking through the door and why is he here?'"
They soon learned Scruggs is a kind, sensitive guy with a caring heart, and that he was as nervous as a tick.
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Difficult intubation: ‘Beyond the vocal cords’
Saurabh Mittal, Anant Mohan, Karan Madan
Department of Pulmonary Medicine and Sleep Disorders, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
Dr. Karan Madan
Department of Pulmonary Medicine and Sleep Disorders, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi - 110 029
DOI: 10.4103/ija.IJA_87_18
Mittal S, Mohan A, Madan K. Difficult intubation: ‘Beyond the vocal cords’. Indian J Anaesth 2018;62:476-7
Mittal S, Mohan A, Madan K. Difficult intubation: ‘Beyond the vocal cords’. Indian J Anaesth [serial online] 2018 [cited 2020 Jan 23];62:476-7. Available from: http://www.ijaweb.org/text.asp?2018/62/6/476/234027
Endotracheal intubation is a crucial step during anaesthesia. Airway assessment and anticipation of difficult airway are indispensable as part of pre-anaesthetic evaluation. Higher Mallampati score, reduced neck extension, reduced thyro-mental distance and obesity are the factors associated with difficult airway. A series of steps may be required in the management of unanticipated difficult airway.[1] Although common causes of difficult intubation are related to issues of upper airway, causes beyond vocal cords may not be apparent during preoperative evaluation. Such causes include tracheal stenosis, tracheal deviation, tracheal polyps and tumours. We recently encountered a patient with an unusual cause of difficult intubation.
A 48-year-old previously healthy asymptomatic woman was taken up for surgery (renal donor) under general anaesthesia. Her general physical examination was unremarkable and chest radiograph was normal. After pre-oxygenation and induction, of anaesthesia endotracheal intubation was attempted but could not be performed as the tube could not be advanced beyond the vocal cords. The anaesthetist noticed mucosal irregularity in the tracheal wall beyond the cords on laryngoscopic examination. As the diagnosis was not clear and an infective pathology was suspected. Intubation with a smaller tube was not attempted, surgery was abandoned and the patient was referred to pulmonary medicine services for further evaluation. Flexible bronchoscopy performed on outpatient basis demonstrated multiple variable-sized nodules in the tracheal wall involving anterior and lateral walls with sparing of posterior wall [Figure 1]. Bronchoscopic biopsies of the nodular lesions which were stony hard in consistency were obtained with difficulty. A diagnosis of tracheobronchopathia osteochondroplastica (TPO) was considered based on the visual findings. This was confirmed when histopathological examination revealed fragments of bronchial mucosa with bone and intertrabecular marrow in the subepithelium. As the patient was asymptomatic and there was no significant central airway obstruction, a decision for observation was taken. The patient was referred back for surgery with advice to use a small-sized endotracheal tube during the procedure.
Figure 1: Bronchoscopic view of multiple variable-sized hard nodules in the trachea
TPO is an uncommon cause of difficult intubation. It is a rare, benign airway disorder characterised by the development of nodular projections in trachea or bronchi characteristically sparing the posterior membranous tracheal wall. As it is mostly asymptomatic, diagnosis is often delayed. Diagnosis is usually not apparent on chest radiograph unless extensive tracheal calcifications are present, and most often, it is incidentally diagnosed during computed tomography (CT) scan or bronchoscopy. CT usually demonstrates beaded calcification in the tracheobronchial cartilage. Virtual bronchoscopy with three-dimensional reconstruction of CT images is very useful in the assessment of airway involvement in such cases. In symptomatic patients, shortness of breath, noisy breathing, change in voice and haemoptysis may occur. Bronchoscopic appearance is characteristic showing multiple nodules in the cartilaginous part of trachea and main bronchi. Histopathological confirmation of diagnosis is preferable but not essential in view of characteristic bronchoscopic appearance. Differential diagnoses include amyloidosis, papillomatosis, granulomatosis with polyangiitis, endobronchial tuberculosis and sarcoidosis. The cause and pathogenic mechanism of the disease are unclear. Genetic factors, mycobacterial infections and exposure to chemical or mechanical irritants such as silica have been thought to be causative factors. We recently reported a patient with TPO following laryngeal tuberculosis.[2]
Treatment is usually conservative and long-term follow-up has shown that these patients may remain relatively asymptomatic for long durations.[3] Uncommonly, diagnosis is made incidentally during difficult intubation.[4],[5],[6] As it is a benign disorder and most patients are asymptomatic, no immediate treatment is warranted and patients can be kept under follow-up. If there is significant airway narrowing, surgical, radiation [7] or bronchoscopic interventions (such as forceps removal, laser ablation or cryoprobe removal of the obstructing nodules) may be required.
This case highlights that TPO should always be considered as a differential diagnosis of difficult intubation. Laryngeal mask airway may be an acceptable alternative in patients with non-critical obstruction. Smaller-sized endotracheal tube can be used, and in a patient with established diagnosis of TPO undergoing surgery, a difficult airway management plan should always be in place.
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Niagara IceDogs 2008-2009 Attendance
34 home games
2,962/game
105.5% of capacity
Top Attendance
Mar. 1 vs 67's
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League: Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
Primary Arena: Gatorade Garden City Complex, St. Catharines, ON, Canada (cap. 2,800)
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% Cap.% Capacity
1 Sat. Sep. 20, 2008Sep. 20 Ottawa 67's at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 3,042 108.6%
2 Thu. Sep. 25, 2008Sep. 25 Oshawa Generals at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 3,016 107.7%
3 Sat. Sep. 27, 2008Sep. 27 Brampton Battalion at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 3,027 108.1%
4 Thu. Oct. 2, 2008Oct. 2 Belleville Bulls at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 2,818 100.6%
5 Sat. Oct. 4, 2008Oct. 4 Plymouth Whalers at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 2,784 99.4%
6 Thu. Oct. 9, 2008Oct. 9 Kitchener Rangers at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 2,924 104.4%
7 Mon. Oct. 13, 2008Oct. 13 Peterborough Petes at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 2,897 103.5%
8 Thu. Oct. 23, 2008Oct. 23 Erie Otters at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 2,440 87.1%
9 Sat. Oct. 25, 2008Oct. 25 Saginaw Spirit at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 2,818 100.6%
10 Thu. Oct. 30, 2008Oct. 30 Guelph Storm at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 2,807 100.3%
11 Thu. Nov. 6, 2008Nov. 6 Barrie Colts at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 2,602 92.9%
12 Sat. Nov. 8, 2008Nov. 8 Peterborough Petes at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 2,870 102.5%
13 Thu. Nov. 13, 2008Nov. 13 Owen Sound Attack at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 2,739 97.8%
14 Sat. Nov. 22, 2008Nov. 22 Sudbury Wolves at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 3,145 112.3%
15 Sun. Nov. 23, 2008Nov. 23 Kingston Frontenacs at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 3,011 107.5%
16 Thu. Nov. 27, 2008Nov. 27 Brampton Battalion at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 2,772 99.0%
17 Fri. Dec. 5, 2008Dec. 5 Sarnia Sting at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 3,145 112.3%
18 Sat. Dec. 6, 2008Dec. 6 Windsor Spitfires at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 3,145 112.3%
19 Sat. Dec. 13, 2008Dec. 13 Mississauga St. Michael's Majors at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 3,145 112.3%
20 Fri. Dec. 19, 2008Dec. 19 Sudbury Wolves at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 2,993 106.9%
21 Wed. Dec. 31, 2008Dec. 31 Erie Otters at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 2,926 104.5%
22 Thu. Jan. 8, 2009Jan. 8 Barrie Colts at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 2,840 101.4%
23 Thu. Jan. 15, 2009Jan. 15 Mississauga St. Michael's Majors at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 3,145 112.3%
24 Thu. Jan. 22, 2009Jan. 22 London Knights at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 3,145 112.3%
25 Sun. Jan. 25, 2009Jan. 25 Mississauga St. Michael's Majors at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 2,977 106.3%
26 Thu. Jan. 29, 2009Jan. 29 Erie Otters at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 2,953 105.5%
27 Thu. Feb. 5, 2009Feb. 5 Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 3,145 112.3%
28 Sun. Feb. 15, 2009Feb. 15 Kingston Frontenacs at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 3,145 112.3%
29 Thu. Feb. 19, 2009Feb. 19 Belleville Bulls at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 3,145 112.3%
30 Thu. Feb. 26, 2009Feb. 26 Mississauga St. Michael's Majors at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 2,902 103.6%
31 Sun. Mar. 1, 2009Mar. 1 Ottawa 67's at Niagara IceDogs Niagara Falls Memorial Arena 3,167 103.6%
32 Thu. Mar. 5, 2009Mar. 5 Brampton Battalion at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 2,927 104.5%
33 Thu. Mar. 12, 2009Mar. 12 Barrie Colts at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 3,002 107.2%
34 Sat. Mar. 14, 2009Mar. 14 Sudbury Wolves at Niagara IceDogs Gatorade Garden City Complex 3,145 112.3%
Since some teams sell 'standing room only' tickets, attendance can be greater than 100% of capacity.
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INDIANAPOLIS – Will Power has yet to win an Indianapolis 500 in 10 tries but he burnished his status as the master of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course preliminary to the Verizon IndyCar Series’ greatest race by winning the INDYCAR Grand Prix for the third time on Saturday 12 May.
The victory was as much a study in statistical nuggets as the first victory of the 2018 season for Power. It was the 200th win in Indy car history for Team Penske, which made its debut in the sport 50 years ago.
Thirty of those wins have been provided by Power. For the fourth consecutive year, the race was won from the pole, all by Team Penske drivers.
But this was no parade for Power, who duelled in the middle stretches of the race on the 14-turn, 2.439-mile permanent road course with rookie Robert Wickens, and again in the final laps saving fuel and attempting to maintain a slim gap on master fuel miser Scott Dixon.
Wickens, in the No. 6 Lucas Oil Honda, took primary tires after a Lap 41 stop and Power alternated, using them with his push-to-pass to execute a pass for the lead on the outside coming out of Turn 1 on Lap 51. Wickens made a bid through the first two turn sequences but Power repulsed him to run off again.
Power appeared on a glide pattern for victory until teammate, defending series champion and points leader Josef Newgarden, spun off Turn 12 attempting to pass Sebastien Bourdais for third on Lap 56. The full-course caution put the entire field on the same tire and fuel program and notorious stalker and fuel conservationist Dixon third on the restart with 25 laps left. Dixon passed Wickens for second but never seriously challenged Power.
Dixon, driving the No. 9 PNC Bank Chip Ganassi Racing Honda, said he was surprised at the mileage Power’s Chevrolet provided.
The finish was a repeat of a year ago when Power placed first and Dixon second. Dixon collected the 39th runner-up finish of his career (third all time) and the 97th podium finish (fifth all time).
Wickens placed third, with Bourdais fourth and Alexander Rossi fifth. A late spin relegated Newgarden to 11th place but the Team Penske driver still holds a two-point advantage over Rossi heading into the 102nd Indianapolis 500 presented by PennGrade Motor Oil.
Wickens, who drove in the European DTM sports car series since 2012 until joining the Verizon IndyCar Series this season, said he’d never been asked to save fuel to the extent he was on Saturday.
The 102nd Indianapolis 500 is set for Sunday, May 27.
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BIRMINGHAM, Alabama – Josef Newgarden raced on cruise control in today’s completion of the Honda Indy Grand Prix of Alabama presented by America’s First. Even a return of rain late in the race didn’t prevent the Team Penske driver from collecting his third Verizon IndyCar Series win at Barber Motorsports Park in the past four years.
Newgarden drove the No. 1 Hitachi Team Penske Chevrolet to a 9.9607-second victory at the hilly 2.3-mile, 17-turn permanent road course, despite increasingly treacherous track conditions as rain that caused the race to be suspended after 22 laps on Sunday reappeared for the final 15 laps today.
The victory was the ninth of Newgarden’s six-year Verizon IndyCar Series career. All the wins have come since 2015, including his maiden triumph at Barber that same year. It was also the sixth Team Penske win in nine Barber races and the 199th overall Indy car win for the historic team.
The race picked up today from where it was halted by heavy rain and flooded track conditions on Sunday. Newgarden, who started from the pole position and was still in first place for the restart, quickly pulled away from the field in cloudy but dry conditions. The Tennessee native built a commanding 25-second lead over Sebastien Bourdais when rain began falling around the circuit on Lap 66.
Newgarden was the first driver opting to pit for Firestone rain tires on Lap 71, surrendering the lead to Bourdais.
Hoping to make it to the end on the slick dry-condition tires, Bourdais stayed out as long as possible in the No. 18 Team SealMaster Honda. But the precipitation increased and the Dale Coyne Racing with Vasser-Sullivan driver was forced to stop for rain tires on Lap 76. Bourdais finished fifth.
Once Bourdais pitted, Newgarden reclaimed the lead and drove comfortably to the checkered flag on Lap 82. Andretti Autosport’s Ryan Hunter-Reay finished second in the No. 28 DHL Honda.
James Hinchcliffe finished third – the Canadian’s best Barber finish in eight starts – in the No. 5 Arrow Electronics SPM Honda.
With the win, Newgarden recaptured the championship lead after four of 17 races. He has 158 points, 13 more than Alexander Rossi, who gambled longest on slick tires and finished 11th today in the No. 27 Kerauno / MilitaryToMotorsports.com Honda for Andretti Autosport. Bourdais is third with 119 points, the same number as Graham Rahal, the Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing driver who finished seventh.
The initial four laps of the restart were run under full-course caution behind the pace car but once the green flag waved on Lap 27, the remainder ran without a yellow flag. The race ended eight laps shy of its originally scheduled 90 laps due to the two-hour time limit split over the two days.
The Verizon IndyCar Series now turns its attention to Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the monumental month of May. Most drivers and teams will participate in testing on the iconic 2.5-mile oval from April 30-May 2 in preparation for the 102nd Indianapolis 500 presented by PennGrade Motor Oil on Sunday, May 27 (11 a.m. ET, ABC).
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ST. PETERSBURG, Florida – If the opener is any indication, the Verizon IndyCar Series is in for one of its wildest seasons in 2018.
Will Power was chatty and smiling, sitting cross-legged on the pit wall. It was not the expected reaction after a two-time winner of the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg finished 10th in a resoundingly mundane day for a team that had won the race eight of 14 times heading into today.
This was a collection of unfortunate events for Simon Pagenaud, Power and defending series champion Josef Newgarden, who was seventh in the No. 1 Hitachi Team Penske Chevrolet after contact with another car impacted his run.
Sebastien Bourdais repeated as winner of the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, but only after Robert Wickens and Alexander Rossi collided while battling for the lead on the next-to-last of 110 unpredictable laps around the tricky temporary street course.
Verizon IndyCar Series competitors and fans have some time to catch their breath before the next race. The Phoenix Grand Prix will be run under the at ISM Raceway on Saturday, April 7 2018.
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Naive question... 4 Months, 3 Weeks ago
Seeking input from people here with experience and insight into the commercial end of the music industry. I've been looking at a few successful British popular musicians: Ed Sheeran, Adele, Paolo Nutini, Amy Winehouse, Jessie J. I discounted anyone from reality shows or X Factor type shows. What's not clear to me is how these people make the transition from enthusiastic young music students to getting professional performance work and record deals etc.
All of the names above except, Paolo Nutini, attended a private stage school. Of course I understand that such places give potential future stars advantages and opportunities. But the accounts of how these musicians came to prominence are a little hard to believe. Adele's pal posted a demo tape on Myspace and then, out of the blue, the boss of a record label calls her up? I don't buy it. Similar story for Amy Winehouse, except it was an cassette tape (in 2000?) sent speculatively to an A&R man. I don't buy it. Straight out of school, Ed Sheeran was touring with established musicians. And what's that about reaching no. 2 in the iTunes charts without any promotion or record label? I don't buy it.
The only account of making it into the business that makes sense to me is Paolo Nutini's. He worked his way up from the bottom, as it were, as a roadie and studio gopher, meanwhile taking first local opportunities to shine as a performer and then larger ones in London.
Am I missing something here? Have I misunderstood? Are these public versions the "official" ones, with the real manoeuvring hidden behind the scenes (or, dare I say it, in hotel rooms and casting couches...)?
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Yes Randall you are missing something; just check on the progress of my protege Alex Day in 2011 (?) with Forever Yours.
Thanks, I was not previously aware of Alex Day. My immediate impression of him was that he seems like a very normal, down to earth, pleasant guy. I like the way he leaves the clams and fuckups in his videos. It shows rare and refreshing honesty from a musician! I was dismayed to read that he'd been the victim of the kind of online mob character assassination that feels sadly familiar.
Are you saying that the key factor governing success nowadays is effective use of existing social media platforms to perform the marketing and promotion function? If so then, yes, I get it. YouTube has usurped the role of a record label, and presents greatly fewer barriers to entry.
But I'm still puzzled. It's not apparent to me how Alex Day made it all the way to 1.4 million followers without (I assume) a significant advertising budget. Surely it can't be because of the actual quality of the content? With respect to Mr Day - and I really do appreciate the effort, skill and balls required to create repertoire and put it out there - it's nothing special. He doesn't have a very distinctive or noteworthy voice, like Paolo Nutini. Although his personable presentation is appealing, he doesn't have the kind of commanding charisma of Bruno Mars or Nikki Minaj. The songwriting is nice enough, but doesn't have the catchy motifs of Ed Sheeran. There's no strongly individualistic musical style, like FKA Twigs. And the videos aren't visually spectacular.
Is it just a case of him starting off with a few more online friends than other YouTubers struggling to grow a channel? An extra 2 followers compounds over time to put him 100s of 1000s ahead after a couple of years. Is that it? I want to stress that it's not at all my intention to knock Mr Day down. The very opposite: I wish him great success and would love for him to continue being so creative and enthusiastic, especially after the knocks he's taken. Being very definitely in the muso category, I'm just trying to get a better understanding of the business side of the industry.
8 years ago nobody realised that You Tube was getting huge (except me). Nobody thought they could break records by using the online fan base (except me). I became friends with Tommy, Alex and Charlie; helped them get a band together (Sons of Admirals - small hit); they split but Alex continued to want a solo career; I told him what to do; he did it and went Top Five unsigned, no publisher, no manager; just him, doing what I told him. Made about £450,000. I made nothing incidentally; just a friend. It dawned on others (mainly non music - books - example Zoella) who capitalised. But that was then. These days you need different approaches. Like streaming. Tomorrow? Who knows. If I'm involved, it will work initially!
Ah ha! This is what I'm asking about.
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[Uriah Heep voice] Might I 'umbly beg you to share the advice? Or does that cost something...
It costs nothing but is also worth nothing - eight years too late. I have no idea how the current marketplace works but with Streaming dominant it is totally different. Was perfect then; useless a year later.
You mean Spotify, Deezer and what's the new one...? Just a minute while I look it up.
TIDAL!! That's the bugger...
What was your advice for YouTube promotion? Do you think it's applicable or adaptable to the streaming platforms?
No. It was constructed on fan base. There is no streaming fan base.
Ah yes, of course. The streamers serve up music according to an "if you like that, you might like this" algorithm. Although I've found it very hit and miss for my personal listening preferences. On Deezer, I selected favourites including Horace Silver, Incognito, Tower of Power, Fred Wesley, John Coltrane and Sting. The first suggestion Deezer gave me was... Lady Gaga. Yeah, thanks. Uninstall.
That would suggest starting off with music unambiguously belonging to a clearly defined genre (So I wonder how FKA Twigs performs...?). Then, getting added to popular playlists of that same genre. And then good artwork to provoke a click. Am I thinking along the right lines?
Not really; it's a question of Hype which, remember, I did in the 70s.
How is it used to one's own advantage?
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Prosecutors demand jail for policemen who took bribes from Gangnam club
By Kim Arin
Published : Jul 17, 2019 - 16:39 Updated : Jul 19, 2019 - 15:18
Prosecutors demanded a two-year jail term for two police officers accused of taking bribes from a club in Gangnam, Seoul, in exchange for covering up illegalities in the club’s operations.
At a hearing Wednesday at Seoul Central District Court, prosecutors requested two years in jail for a lieutenant surnamed Yeom and sergeant surnamed Kim, saying the two had abused their authority in committing the crimes. Prosecutors also asked that the bribes they took be forfeited.
The date of their sentencing is Aug. 23.
Yeom and Kim face suspicions of accepting 7 million won ($5,900) and 3 million won, respectively, for settling a case involving the admission of underage customers at a Gangnam club in December 2017.
According to prosecutors, the club in question was operated by the de facto owner of nightclub Arena, which shut down in March following accusations of police collusion and tax evasion in an extended probe into the Burning Sun club scandal.
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Actor Song Gang-ho’s son Song Jun-pyung has been called up to the national Under-16 football squad.
The 15-year-old joined a training camp at the Mokpo International Football Center, South Jeolla Province, on Wednesday.
The camp is to end on Feb. 14 and is headed by Chunnam Dragons coach Choi Moon-sik, who was chosen to head the U-16 team on Jan. 6. A total of 33 youths, including 19 from last year’s roster, are participating in the two-week training.
Song is currently a defender for the Suwon BlueWings’ Under-15 team and a student at Maetan High School in Suwon.
An employee at the Korea Football Association (KFA) said that the teenager has been a promising talent since his elementary school days, when he played in KFA-backed programs for children who want to play football.
He was chosen as a forward because of his speed and movement along with BlueWings U-15 teammate Joo Hyun-ho.
He is likely to play in the Asian Football Confederation’s Under-16 Championships to start on Sept. 21 in Iran.
His father is a renowned actor who has starred in such hit movies as “Thirst” by director Park Chan-wook.
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autoconclusion: ideologically inconsistent identity: jetties, gutters & urinals, c, 2017
acrylic paint on inkjet print on canvas and tools
installation view of precariat’s meeting, ming contemporary art museum, shanghai, china, 2017
nuestra imagen actual, 1, 2011
acrylic paint on kraft paper
empty lot, 2015
installation view at the turbine hall of the tate modern london, 2015
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* 1968, Mexico City
Abraham Cruzvillegas's artistic process is deeply influenced by his surroundings; rather than being defined by a particular medium, many of his projects are linked by the platform autoconstrucción: A concept that draws from the ingenious, precarious, and collaborative building tactics implemented by the people living in Colonia Ajusco, his childhood neighborhood in Mexico City. He appropriated this term in relation to his practice to describe an approach of inventive improvisation and instability which presents change as a permanent state arising from the chaotic and fragmentary nature of life. The evolving notion of autoconstrucción has in turn yielded different approaches such as autodestrucción and autoconfusión. These inquiries have led him to explore his own origins and to collaborate with family and friends in a very personal form of research that results in a constant process of learning: About materials, landscape, people, and himself.
Through his oeuvre –which includes sculpture, painting, drawing, installation, and video–, Cruzvillegas reveals a close and constant engagement with the material world, immersing himself in the ongoing construction and transformation of personal and collective identities. Using a wide range of collected objects, his sculptures challenge the traditional conceptions of art making; while his paintings and drawings are marked by a keen depiction of the subject and a strong sense of humor —instilled in him from his early training as a political cartoonist. Parallel to his artistic production, Cruzvillegas has cultivated writing as an investigative tool of self-analysis that merges history, criticism, and fiction. His song lyrics and texts about art, politics, and culture are a layer to be added to his aesthetic practice.
Abraham Cruzvillegas studied Pedagogy from 1986 to 1990 at UNAM (Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México) in Mexico City while simultaneously attending Gabriel Orozco’s workshop Taller de los viernes. In 2012, he was the 5th laureate of the Yanghyun Prize and in 2006 he received the Prix Altadis d' arts plastiques.
His most important projects and exhibitions include: Autorreconstrucción: Social Tissue, Kunsthaus Zürich, Switzerland (2018); Sensory Spaces 12: Abraham Cruzvillegas, Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, Rotterdam, Netherlands (2017); The Water Trilogy 2: Autodefensión Microtonal Obrera Campesina Estudiantil Metabolista Descalza, Ginza Maison Hermès: Le Forum, Tokyo (2017); Autoconstriction approximante vibrante rétroflexe, Carré d'Art - musée d'art contemporain de Nîmes, France (2016); Empty Lot, Tate Modern, London (2015); Autodestrucción 7: Deshaciendo el nudo, Museo de Arte de Lima – MALI, Peru (2015); Abraham Cruzvillegas: Autoconstrucción, Museo Jumex, Mexico City and Museo Amparo, Puebla, Mexico (2014); Abraham Cruzvillegas: The Autoconstrucción Suites, Haus der Kunst, Munich, Germany (2014) and The Walker Art Center, Minneapolis, United States (2013); Self Builder’s Groove, Final Project for the Berliner Künstlerprogramm residency, Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (DAAD), Berlin (2011); Autoconstrucción: The Film, REDCAT CalArts' downtown center for contemporary arts (2009); The Magnificent Seven: Abraham Cruzvillegas, CCA Wattis Institute for Contemporary Arts, San Francisco (2009); Autoconstrucción: The Soundtrack, CCA: Centre for Contemporary Arts, Glasgow, United Kingdom (2008), among others.
Additionally, his work has been included in various group exhibitions: Artaud 1936, Museo Tamayo, Mexico City (2018); Dwelling Poetically: Mexico City, a case study, Australian Centre for Contemporary Art, Melbourne (2018); WE DREAM UNDER THE SAME SKY, Palais de Tokyo, Paris (2017); The Revolution Will Not Be Gray, Aspen Art Museum, United States (2016); Atopía. Migración, legado y ausencia de lugar, MAZ - Museo de Arte de Zapopan, Mexico (2014); Mexico Inside Out: Themes in Art Since 1990, Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, United States (2013); Blockbuster, Museo Universitario Arte Contemporáneo, MUAC, Mexico City (2011); Tate Modern Collection Displays, Tate Modern, London (2011); Paréntesis, MACO, Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Oaxaca, Mexico (2009); Unmonumental, New Museum, New York (2007), among others.
His work has also a part of the following biennials: 21st Biennale of Sydney, Australia (2018); X Bienal de Nicaragua - Fundación Ortíz Gurdián, Managua (2016); Sharjah Biennial 12, United Arab Emirates (2015); 12 Bienal de la Habana, Cuba (2015); 9th Shanghai Biennale, China (2012); dOCUMENTA (13), Kassel, Germany (2012); 12. İstanbul Bienali, Turkey (2011); 6th SeMA Biennale Mediacity Seoul, South Korea (2010); 10 Bienal de la Habana, Cuba (2009); 54th Venice Biennial (2003).
Abraham Cruzvillegas lives and works in Mexico City.
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esculturas pendientes
february 9 - march 16, 2019
autocontusión
may 4 - june 22, 2018
XYLAÑYNU. taller de los viernes
curator: guillermo santamarina
nuestra imagen actual: autorretratos recientes abraham cruzvillegas
january 31 - february 25, 2012
autoconstrucción (self-construction)
a project by antonio castro, abraham cruzvillegas & antonio fernández ros
may 21 - june 26, 2010
inauguración del nuevo espacio
december 2, 2008 - march 21, 2009
elephant juice, sexo entre amigos
los manantiales restaurant, xochimilco, mexico city
il cotidiano alterato
50 venice bienial
june 15 - november 2, 2003
mercado de medellín, mexico city
abraham cruzvillegas - the ballad of etc.
abraham cruzvillegas and bárbara foulkes - autorreconstrucción: insistir, insistir, insistir
la tallera - cuernavaca
july 27 - october 20, 2019
museo tamayo - mexico city
july 6 - september 8, 2019
art basel - hong kong
abraham cruzvillegas - honolulu biennial 2019: to make wrong/right/now
ward village - hawai
march 8 - may 5, 2019
abraham cruzvillegas - hi, how are you, gonzo?
the contemporary austin - austin
march 30 - july 14, 2019
abraham cruzvillegas in conversation with thorsten pinkepank
kunsthalle mannheim - mannheim
abraham cruzvillegas and bárbara foulkes - 'autorreconstrucción: to insist, to insist, to insist...'
art basel miami beach - grand ballroom
december 6 - 9, 2018 - 3 pm y 5 pm
abraham cruzvillegas, bernice akamine in conversation
kadist, san francisco
saturday june 16, 2018 - 3 pm
abraham cruzvillegas - autorreconstrucción: detritus
muca - mexico city
may 12 - august 11, 2018
abraham cruzvillegas - autoreconstrucción: to insist, to insist, to insist
the kitchen - new york
april 5 – 7, 2018
abraham cruzvillegas and haegue yang in superposition: equilibrium and engagement
21st biennale of sydney - sydney
march 16 - june 11, 2018
abraham cruzvillegas en artaud 1936
museo tamayo arte contemporáneo - mexico city
february 10 - may 20, 2018
abraham cruzvillegas - autorreconstrucción: social tissue
kunsthaus zürich - zurich
abraham cruzvillegas, carlos amorales, dr. lakra, iñaki bonillas, miguel calderón and minerva cuevas - la ciudad de méxico en el arte, travesía de ocho siglos
museo de la ciudad de méxico - mexico city
november 23, 2017 - april 1, 2018
spotify: abraham cruzvillegas vs. sonido marginal
one on one music battle
gob. rafael rebollar 94
col. san miguel chapultepec 11850, mexico city
22 east 65th street, floor 4
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Jan/17
George Steinbrenner’s Daughter Comments on Family’s Ownership of Yankees
by Tim Daniels under MLB
Jennifer Steinbrenner Swindal, a New York Yankees general partner and the daughter of longtime team owner George Steinbrenner, stated Wednesday the family still has no plans to sell the organization.
Dan Martin of the New York Post passed along comments Swindal made during a team charitable event called “Winter Warm-up” for the elderly. She said the family’s long-term outlook hasn’t changed since her father’s death in 2010.
“We’re all in,” she said. “I hope we own the team for eternity. You never know what life will bring, but we’re in it for the long haul.”
Swindal noted her son, Steve Swindal Jr., has taken on a role in baseball operations to help set the stage for a smooth transition to the next generation. She also praised Hal Steinbrenner, her brother and the team’s principal owner, for his job handling the franchise in recent years.
“Initially, we were trying to figure out how we were all going to handle things and when my father got sick, all four of us [siblings] went to work,” she said. “Hal has been a leader and he’s been great.”
Although questions are raised about a potential sale on seemingly an annual basis, the remarks echo those made by Hal Steinbrenner last spring training. He told Wallace Matthews of ESPN.com his father would be happy with how the family has stuck together to make things work.
“This is a family business and we’re all involved,” Steinbrenner said. “We all love being a part of this. We all know our dad wanted us to be a part of us, and we all know he’s watching down on us and happy that we’re all a part of it. Believe it or not, to us, that’s a big deal. The idea is, let’s keep it going.”
A lot is made about the Yankees’ lack of marquee free-agent signings since the death of George Steinbrenner. The inclusion of a luxury tax paired with having to pay off massive contracts has forced the team to avoid those major offseason splashes for the most part, though.
Furthermore, New York ranks second in payroll average over the past three years, according to the Baseball Cube. The Bronx Bombers still rank first in that category over the past 10 and 15 years.
Yankees general manager Brian Cashman expressed optimism the front office would have more flexibility in 2018 as contracts start coming off the books, per Randy Miller of NJ Advance Media:
Well, this is my hope: First and foremost, as you see we’re transitioning from contracts that we vested heavily in and it did pay off for us in ’09 (with a World Series championship). So at the end of the day we are going to be in a position to do a number of things, and maybe we can turn the clock back to be big-game hunters that we have been accustomed to being.
The current generation of Steinbrenners have been hamstrung by the team’s financial situation after working hard to chase down the 2009 title. But the fanbase will want them to become high-end buyers once again next winter with superstar outfielder Bryce Harper among the possible free agents.
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THE JOHANNESBURG STOCK EXCHANGE QUARTERLY PUBLICATION
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Q&A: MetroFibre Networx
Gary Webster, head of wholesale at MetroFibre Networx, on expanding connectivity and the impact it can have on companies and society
Q: What is the current state of SA’s fibre market?
A: The major centres are quite saturated with fibre operators and high competition, but outside of that there is still opportunity for tremendous growth. Getting fibre to more remote areas remains a challenge due to the high infrastructure cost, but the demand for bandwidth is growing exponentially.
Fibre delivers the content of knowledge, enhanced communication, collaborative interaction and a climate for growth. Right now, the entire industry of private fibre-infrastructure providers faces the same challenges in terms of local government restrictions and backlogs of wayleaves, not to mention the onerous and escalating cost of obtaining wayleave applications from some local councils. A wayleave is a legal requirement giving permission from the owner of property/land to have building works undertaken on the land, and without it no fibre infrastructure development can commence.
The hope, therefore, is that local government embraces fibre-optic roll-out, which will result in the economic and social well-being of their residents and entrepreneurs. A fibre-connectivity community has the potential to enable the efficient and cost-effective delivery of services, such as health, education and social upliftment. The majority of businesses – of all sizes – depend on this.
Q: How close is SA to universal coverage in the metros and outlying areas?
A: Last-mile fibre connectivity remains a challenge in outlying areas, as it is often not feasible. However, connectivity to a central point within small towns is in progress, from which distribution to outlying areas will take place, utilising wireless technology. The fact that the main speeds to these central distribution points or cellphone towers are faster and more robust inevitably translates into better-quality connections, even in outlying areas. Connectivity is also set to become cheaper as the cost of data decreases.
Q: How is the growth of FTTB affecting the cost of the service?
A: The cost of FTTB has come down dramatically – and with the commensurate increase in bandwidth, clients are now getting a lot more value and speed for their spend. With fibre reliability and speeds, cloud computing has been well and truly unleashed.
In fact, much of the fintech innovation and disruption in traditional business models that we are seeing today is made possible by the capacity, speed and reliability that fibre provides.
One important note to make for SMEs is that the difference between an FTTH and FTTB package is more than just the pricing thereof. Some small businesses opt for an FTTH package to save on costs but may overlook the service and latency limitations that come with it.
Q: What has your experience been in terms of growth in the fibre market?
A: MetroFibre started operations in 2010 as a fibre-connectivity provider to medium-to-large SA companies. Over the past nine years, we have expanded our service offering to both residential and corporate customers in line with our strategic objective of being a diversified operator. In 2015, we launched our FTTH offering, focusing on the northern suburbs of Johannesburg and Pretoria in the Gauteng province. The FTTH segment has seen homes-passed growth in excess of 216% CAGR and connected-homes growth in excess of 151% CAGR since inception.
In the FTTB segment, MetroFibre has grown its services from providing Layer 1 and Layer 2 services to include Layer 3 services, which are provided to wholesale and retail customers nationally. We have strategically developed our FTTB competency to service blue-chip customers and created a niche in the financial services, with both local and international corporates among our customer base.
Q: What has the investor interest been?
A: In November 2017, MetroFibre’s shareholders and management embarked on a capex expansion drive that would see the company invest more than R2 billion in our core network, to enhance our FTTH and FTTB offering.
To support the capex expansion plan, the current shareholders, including Sanlam Private Equity and African Rainbow Capital, agreed to contribute additional equity capital and attract a new investor to MetroFibre’s shareholder group.
In March 2019, STOA – a joint stock French infrastructure investment firm owned by Caisse des Dépôts and Agence Française de Développement – announced a 23.08% equity investment in MetroFibre. (STOA has a capital base of €600 million earmarked for equity and quasi-equity investments in the infrastructure and power sectors of developing and emerging countries, with a strong focus on Africa.) This successful capital raise will enable us to further expand our infrastructure and capabilities off an already strong base, while growing rapidly to achieve mass scale in a highly competitive and fast-paced telecoms sub-sector.
Q: MetroFibre owns and manages the country’s first globally compliant carrier ethernet 2.0 open-access fibre network. What does that mean?
A: In a nutshell, carrier ethernet 2.0 (CE 2.0) is a next-generation network protocol that provides improved access, scalability and reliability. Our CE 2.0 open-access fibre network enables us to connect more than 190 cloud, application, voice and internet service providers directly with our customers.
We have a strategic partnership with national data centres, which means our clients have a direct link to cloud operators, and a single point of contact in terms of managing their services.
This partnership delivers data connectivity and Layer 2 services, data centre express and cloud operators, all with local servicing, 24-hour support on call, local billing and a dedicated servicing team on the ground.
All the biggest players in the world operate on this level, and it’s a best-of-breed standard, so it’s a massive differentiator for MetroFibre in terms of how our network operates, compliance, security and so on.
Q: Fibre is often described as a game changer. What does FTTH enable home users to do that they couldn’t do before?
A: Fibre not only provides access to the internet but the low latency and high bandwidth are also enablers for cloud computing, movie and music streaming, interactive gaming, online education, automation of household appliances, faster mobile access and many other services not possible without high-speed connectivity.
Previously, internet connectivity into a house was used for surfing the internet, checking mails and Skype. The options were LTE and ADSL connectivity, where the former was quite expensive and the latter quite slow. Both LTE and ADSL are limited in streaming capabilities from a cost and speed perspective.
Fibre connectivity has opened a whole new spectrum of entertainment and security applications, enabling households to connect multiple devices and subscribe to streaming entertainment services, in addition to accessing live camera feeds of security footage from their home. From an energy perspective, households can now control their power usage by remotely controlling devices such as fridges, stoves and washing machines, or even keep track of how much energy their solar system is generating.
When completing an installation within a residential community, it pays to consider all the applications and services. For example, in a residential complex, a fibre line that connects individual units to the gate intercom can double as an intercom system between residents on the estate.
Likewise, security footage can also be shared with an off-site security control room. However, privacy remains a gold standard that operators need to be sensitive to, which normally requires buy-in from all members within the complex.
Q: How has FTTB changed the way that businesses operate?
A: For business, the big game changer has been cloud computing, which is now a reality due to fibre connectivity, speed and bandwidth. From a business perspective, investment in the cloud is cheaper than ploughing money into traditional hardware. Physical infrastructure requires ongoing updates when a business wants to scale or develop, whereas the cloud offers a more cost-effective, agile way of testing, implementing and scaling services.
Enterprises are transforming their communi-cation services by migrating on-site telecoms infrastructure to cloud-based resources, which helps reduce investment and operational costs while providing agility, flexibility and productivity.
At the same time, to keep up with the pace and complexity of technology, there is a need for trained and highly skilled human resources teams. Hence the role of the CIO in unlocking and directing the technological direction of the business has become more critical than ever.
Q: Fibre enables technologies such as VoIP. Are we reaching the point where businesses are swapping their landlines for fibre-enabled phones?
A: In the modern business world, video conferencing and VoIP are almost expected. Adoption of VoIP does translate into cost savings. It means that the business wouldn’t need to invest in an on-site PABX system, for example. It also benefits businesses through the use of VoIP mobile applications and enabling an increased uptake of remote working.
It is still considered a relatively new concept that challenges traditional processes and will require training and educational efforts aimed at making users comfortable with these platforms over traditional solutions.
By Mark van Dijk
Image: Haleema Rawoot
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Centre for Urdu Culture Studies :: Profile
ABOUT CENTRE | AIMS & OBJECTIVES | GALLERIES | LIBRARY | DIRECTOR | STAFF | COMMITTEES | EVENTS & ACTIVITIES | Notice | PHOTO GALLERY | CONTACT US
CUCS BUILDING
About The Center :
The Centre for Urdu Culture Studies (CUCS) was established with the vision of “protection and promotion of aesthetical and cultural values of Urdu Language and its historical consciousness”. Its mission is to develop a combination of archives, museum, library and cultural research institution. It wishes to be seen as an authority in Urdu culture studies. The centre has a gallery based on achievements and activities of Maulana Azad National Urdu University in pictorial form. CUCS has also established a gallery dedicated to Maulana Abul Kalam Azad and named it Azad Gallery.
The Centre has separate library. The library collection consists of rare and valuable reading materials useful for research scholars and Urdu lovers. Acknowledging the importance of the library some renowned personalities of Hyderabad and other cities have donated about 5,000 rare and valuable books, 4,000 magazines and 200 manuscripts from their personal collections.
Initially it was started as Centre for Urdu Language, Literature and Culture (CULLC) and gradually its name was change as Centre for Urdu Culture Studies (CUCS) with the new objectives and soon after that CUCS started presenting and producing a lot of traditional and cultural programme. These Cultural, Literary and Traditional programme includes:
Workshop on Dastangoi
Presentation of Dastangoi
Ghazal Sarai Course (six months)
Beginning of Kahani Club and its Bi-Weekly meetings with the presentation of new short stories by the students.
Beginning of MANUU Drama Club that produced three plays respectively
(i) Daadi Amma Maan Bhi Jaao
(ii) Chauraha
(iii) Jamun ka ped
Exhibited in a large scale multimedia exhibition on 1857
A full-fledged workshop on Dress and Personality exclusively for girls
Holding of Independence Day and Republic Day Celebrations with very impressive patriotic songs.
CUCS is organizing the annual cultural programme namely Maulana Azad Day Celebrations. A weeklong festival where maximum number of students are being involved.
All the above activities have definitely proved a positive moral boosting among the students. Apart from these CUCS is actively helping other Department of the University for creating and organizing any kind of cultural activities.
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“A JOURNEY FROM CLASSROOM TO BAR TO BENCH”
Our law mentor, Miss Sonal Gupta, has a firm belief that seeds of a sound legal career are sown in the class rooms of law school. The dream of judiciary is not something to be seen after completing law, rather it is a dream to be realised in every lecture, every class. With this mission, she conceived the concept of ‘semester coaching’. What started as an experiment has now been pioneered by Miss Gupta. It would also be worthy to mention that she is the first one to think of and start this concept!
Semester coaching is basically the concept of teaching basic legal subjects from the first year itself. This would include core legal areas such as Law of Crimes, Law of Contract, Torts, Family law, Constitutional law; procedural laws such law of evidence, criminal and civil procedure and also ancillary yet very important subjects such as Law of limitation, Specific Relief, Registration etc. These subjects would be picked semester by semester.
The biggest setback which law students face when they start preparing for competitive exams is that though they have studied legal subjects in their graduation, the interpretation and command upon the subject as demanded by these exams is entirely different. While the basic concepts remain the same, the approach and answer presentation becomes the touch stone to produce judicial officers and civil servants. It is with this broader vision that semester classes are planned – not only to help students to excel in their faculty examinations but at the same time, prepare them for Masters and also coveted government jobs!
Each subject is taught in great details to cover each and every aspect so as to ensure exhaustive study upon it. While smaller subjects such as Partnership and Specific Relief may require 10-15 lectures, medium subjects such as Hindu Law and Muslim law, The law of Contract, The law of Torts may span over 20-25 classes and longer areas such as the Law of Crimes, Civil and Criminal Procedure may run for 50-60 hours! We have no clocks on the wall, no watch in the wrist while teaching because we have 3/5 years to produce a legal professional! We believe in quality teaching, complete command over the bare act and excellent answer writing. These skills are acquired over time and we are ready to invest all our time in our students. Also, to ensure effective learning and absorption of concepts, we follow a system of 3 tier test –
Topic wise test – Once a particular topic is complete, test of that topic is taken to ensure that the concept has been fully understood. This would help the students to identify any weak area and to clarify all doubts concerning it to gain a complete mastery upon each individual topic. Any subject would include a minimum of 10 topical tests which could go up to 30 in case of bigger subjects.
Subject wise test – Once a subject is complete, 4 tests of that subject are given to ensure full command upon that subject. Having already given test of all individual topics, full subject test make a student thoroughly confident upon that area.
Full syllabus Test – Once the entire syllabus of semester is done, then would start the full test. This is the ultimate confidence booster instrument which helps students to study the syllabus in its entirety and give tests upon the same. This can be termed as a rehearsal of the final show and completely prepares them for the semester exam. Also, it takes away the anxiety and fear attached with the examination and makes students relaxed and confident helping them ace their exams. This also considerably improves their answer writing skills thus, paving way for the higher competition.
So lets start our journey from classroom to bar to bench!
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Alex Grey and the Mind Parasites (repost)
Extracted from a fascinating 19-minute podcast published by Jonathan Zap at ZapOracle...
Alex Grey was in a loft in Boston where a colleague of Timothy Leary had given a group of 15-20 people, most of them quite inexperienced, LSD. Alex took a double dose. The social environment of Alex’s trip was extremely chaotic - some people were laughing uncontrollably, some were vomiting, some were groping other people, and there was no one who was managing the chaos.
Alex began to have an out-of-body experience, and found himself hovering above the weirdness of what was going on in the loft. On some different plane he saw deities drinking from a pool of “electric milk” a “vast lake of timpani,” of “vibrating energy.” Alex described the vision as follows:
“I had a vision of the group soul of humanity as a perfectly circular pool of intense living light. All around the rim of the milky pool were a complex variety of sexual rites, a metaphor for all social interaction. Translucent Hindu deities swooped over the group taking the excessive energy of the shimmering pool and passing through the group as ecstasy and pain. I saw that the reason we were all brought together was to provide a psychic energy feast for the Gods and Goddesses. I saw my heart as the axis of karmic, earthly, and universal energies, transected by and uniting the polarities of male/female, birth/death, good/evil, and love/hate. To maintain a balance of forces we all fed both Deities and Demons.”
This visionary experience eventually became the masterpiece: Demons and Deities Drinking from the Milky Pool.
A Vision of the Top of the Food Chain
The demons and deities were feeding from a pool of “vibratory energetic milk” created from human activities of all kinds, though Alex used sexual coupling to represent human activities in general. I suggested that that the couplings were visual shorthand of human energetic transactions of all kinds and Alex responded enthusiastically to that description. Apparently, the deities were drinking from a vibratory pool of the energetic metabolism of the species so that through the pool they were drawing energy from the entire species.
A reductive way of describing Alex’s vision is to say that it represents the very top of the food chain. The painting, however, is much more than that; it is a revelation of the human form transcending the food chain. Transcendence does not mean removing or floating above something. What you transcend is still present, and the transcendent state includes that which is transcended while new vistas of awareness are added.
Alex’s paintings are “forbidden seeing” - revelations of what is hidden but that the species desperately needs to see. Conventionally we see ourselves as the top of the food chain, but Demons and Deities… reveals this as a delusion convenient to those who harvest our energy. Another realization about this painting is that it is a classic illustration of the alchemical principle of “as above, so below.” We see the same range, if more polarized, of darkness and light amongst the deities at the cardinal points of the mandala as we do in the human couplings that form the perimeter. And there was also a similar dark/light range in the chaotic loft where some people were acting out dark compulsions while Alex was receiving this transcendent vision.
Sexual Chi as Food Source
Alex’s artistic decision to represent all human activities by a range of sexual couplings was no random choice. Sexual chi is a potent energetic food that can be harvested by human parasites and predators and possibly other types of parasites and predators. Orgasms can be viewed as energetic flowers blossoming in the collective human energy field.
The couplings are arranged in a kind of circular spectrum from loving couplings to atavistic, sadistic-looking couplings. Benevolent entities appear to be feeding off the energy of the loving couplings and demonic entities, one of which looks like a devouring vagina, are feeding off of the degraded (sex as a metaphor for power) couplings.
Orgasms, which are energetic eruptions into, and interpenetrations with, the collective human field, vary from the ecstatic unions of loving soulmates to the sadistic ejaculations of rapists. The couplings that Alex depicts in this image can be viewed as a circular spectrum of these possibilities oriented to the cardinal points of a mandala where there are also associated deities.
A Carnival of Lost Souls
The background of Alex’s vision is also interesting and instructive. He was in a chaotic boundary-dissolving experience with a group of people who were predominantly strangers. Socially dense environments of strangers and substances mixing together are likely to default to lowest-common-denominator factors of social parasitism/sexual predation/chaotic acting out of fragmented personalities - what I sometimes call a carnival of lost souls.
Everything depends on who are the particular people in a group that is having a boundary-dissolving experience or ritual. Naïve people frequently forget this. Such people think the ritual is what matters and take all comers, but this can be a disaster!
Generally, I think it unwise to have boundary-dissolving experiences (such as sex and/or hallucinogenic trips) with people you don’t know and wouldn’t trust with your life, because you are trusting your life with them. There are, of course, exceptions to everything and a visionary as great as Alex Grey was able to rise above the experience and receive a powerful vision about human energy and the entities that harvest it. (Though I have a feeling he wouldn’t choose to be in another such chaotic situation.)
Otherwise, I caution people about doing things such as going to a rave with a sketchy vibe redolent of prowling sexual agendas (in other words, almost any rave) and opening themselves to the toxic energy by taking a boundary-dissolving substance. Unless you want to internalize a carnival of lost souls it is probably unwise to blow yourself wide open in an setting of trance-inducing music/lighting and stoned people, many of them on the prowl for parasitic sexual encounters.
An Ancient Gnostic Text on Parasitic Abduction
The power of this image is that it shows those who harvest our energy, and yet at the center of the image is the human empowerment that occurs as we awaken to the food chain. The ancient Gnostics had similar visions and called the harvesting deities the “Archons” (see: A Gnostic View of Mind Parasites). Also, notice how closely the scenario described below parallels a modern alien abduction experience.
(The following ancient Gnostic text is excerpted from the superb metahistory.org website. Here’s the link to the full article.)
LISTEN TO JONATHAN ZAP'S PODCAST HERE.
Alex Grey (left) with Jonathan Zap at Cosm, in New York City
Paintings by Alex Grey
For more background on Alex Grey, go here!
[First posted 24 February 2011, reposted 24 October 2014]
Labels: Alex Grey, Archons, astral parasites, energy vampirism, entheogens, expanded consciousness, Gnosticism, intradimensional politics, Jonathan Zap, sexual chi, Zap Oracle
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CMC swears in new trustees; sets mill levy at 4.013
Five recently elected trustees, including new trustees Bob Hartzell (Lake County) and Marianne Virgili (Garfield County), took their oaths of office at the December meeting of the Colorado Mountain College Board of Trustees at CMC’s Glenwood Center,
The board unanimously elected the following officers: Patty Theobald (Summit County) will continue as president, Charles Cunniffe (Pitkin County) will serve as secretary and Chris Romer (Eagle County) will serve as treasurer and chair of the audit committee. Peg Portscheller (Garfield County) was named chair of the government relations committee.
Trustees also certified official election results for all board seats and for ballot measure 7A, which added Salida and Poncha Springs into the CMC district. They accepted the 2018-19 financial audit, prepared and presented by the audit firm CliftonLarsonAllen.
The CMC trustees also certified the college’s mill levy at 4.013 mills, a very slight adjustment to compensate for a statewide modification to assessment rates. With the new mill levy, homeowners will not pay more in taxes per $100,000 in assessed value; the increase to commercial properties will be less than $5 per year per $1 million in value. Authority for this adjustment was approved by the voters of the CMC district in 2018 by way of measure 7D.
Measure 7D allows the trustees to adjust the mill levy if statewide assessment rates decline – triggered by the Gallagher Amendment – as long as total revenues to the college remain unchanged. “The college is not looking for increased revenues, but simply seeks to maintain its current level of funding if and when the assessment rate falls,” said Patty Theobald, president of the CMC Board of Trustees.
Because of a complex interplay of constitutional amendments, in recent years increased property values in larger cities have pushed down the assessment rate across the state, which can have a disproportionate impact on rural special districts like fire departments and CMC.
The statewide assessment rate dropped from 7.20 last year to 7.15 in 2019, which reduced revenues to CMC by approximately $200,000. The CMC trustees expressed relief that the change to the statewide assessment was considerably smaller than initially anticipated. Moreover, the trustees expressed interest in continuing to look at ways to diversify revenues to ensure that the burden of financing the college does not fall on the shoulders of local taxpayers alone.
“By maintaining the college’s revenues at stable levels, the college’s overall financial position remains among the strongest in the state of Colorado,” said CMC President Carrie Besnette Hauser. “This allows the college to invest in critical programs such as nursing and police officer training, maintain low tuition for local residents and qualify for low interest rates on debt, which, in turn, reduces overall operating expenses and puts more money into teaching and student learning.”
As Hauser stated after 7D passed last year, “7D is not a blank check or an invitation to spend. It’s the opposite, in fact, as it simply ensures that the college’s future revenues remain level. This stability allows the college to fulfill the education and training needs of dozens of mountain resort communities and to meaningfully plan for the future without constantly worrying that the financial floor will deteriorate out from under us.”
During the meeting trustees also unanimously:
• Accepted audited financial reports for 2018-19, which presented a clean bill of health regarding financial operations at the college and found no material weaknesses.
• Approved the appropriation of reserves, which will be used to purchase new instructional equipment and technologies, expand critical academic programs, and improve and maintain college facilities.
Trustees discussed adding an advisory board liaison from Salida, which joined the CMC tax district in November 2019. Though CMC has already lowered tuition rates for the residents of the Salida School District and is in the process of securing a permanent physical presence in Salida and hiring administrative and instructional staff, the board encouraged college management to develop a process to allow a member from the Salida community to observe board meetings, provide advice to the trustees on behalf of the residents of Salida and Poncha Springs, and communicate with the residents of those communities.
The process for selecting this advisory member of the board is forthcoming, but the position is intended to help represent the interests of the community along with new trustee Bob Hartzell, who currently represents Chaffee and Lake counties. No official actions were taken, but a process for selecting the new advisory member will commence in 2020.
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The Public Service (Civil Servants and Others) Pensions Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2014
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PART 9Contributions
Rate of member contributions
134.—(1) An active member of this scheme must pay contributions to this scheme (“member contributions”) on the member’s pensionable earnings for each pay period at a rate determined under this regulation (“member contributions rate”).
(2) The member contributions rate which applies to a member’s pensionable earnings is the rate which applies when the member’s pensionable earnings are paid.
(3) For the purposes of paragraph (2),
(i)assumed pay for any pay period is treated as having been paid when pensionable earnings for that period would have been paid had the circumstances in regulation 27(3) which apply to the member not applied; and
(ii)payment of the money value of any benefit in kind which forms part of a member’s pensionable earnings is treated as having been made at a time or apportioned across a period of time as determined by the scheme manager.
(4) The member contributions rate during a scheme year to which a table set out in this regulation applies is the percentage, set out in the table, which applies to a member’s annualised rate of pensionable earnings calculated in relation to each payment of a member’s pensionable earnings.
(5) Where the member’s pensionable earnings for a scheme year are payable to the member in 12 instalments, the member’s annualised rate of pensionable earnings is calculated as follows, rounded down to the nearest whole pound—
where P is the amount of a payment of the member’s pensionable earnings.
(6) Where the member’s pensionable earnings for a scheme year are payable otherwise than in 12 instalments, the member’s annualised rate of pensionable earnings is calculated as follows, rounded down to the nearest whole pound—
P is the amount of a payment of the member’s pensionable earnings; and
N is the number of days in the applicable payment period.
(7) For the purposes of paragraph (6) the applicable payment period is—
(a)if it is the member’s first payment of pensionable earnings in relation to a continuous period of pensionable service in a scheme employment, the number of days in the period beginning on the day the member commenced the period of pensionable service in the scheme employment and ending on the day before the day that this payment was made; or
(b)in any other case, the period beginning on the day the previous payment of the member’s pensionable earnings was made and ending on the day before the day that this payment was made.
(8) If the scheme year in which the payment of pensionable earnings is made includes 29th February, paragraph (6) has effect with the substitution for “365” of “366”.
Scheme Year 1st April 2015 to 31st March 2016
Annualised rate of pensionable earnings
Member contributions rate
Transition members from Section II of the PCSPS(NI) Other transition members and non-transition members
Up to but not including £15,001 3% 4.6%
£15,001 to but not including £21,001 4.6% 4.6%
£21,001 to but not including £47,001 5.45% 5.45%
£47,001 to but not including £150,001 7.35% 7.35%
£150,001 and above 8.05% 8.05%
Up to but not including £15,001 3.8% 4.6%
Amount of pensionable earnings
135.—(1) For the purpose of regulation 134, the amount of a member’s pensionable earnings for any pay period is determined in accordance with this regulation.
(2) Unless paragraph (3) or (4) applies, the amount of the member’s pensionable earnings during any period of assumed pay is equal to the member’s assumed pay.
(3) For any period of assumed pay under regulation 27(3)(a), the amount of the member’s pensionable earnings is equal to the member’s reduced pay while on sick leave.
(4) For any period of assumed pay under regulation 27(3)(b) or (c), the amount of the member’s pensionable earnings is the amount of contractual remuneration or statutory pay actually paid to or for the member in respect of the period of adoption leave, maternity leave, parental leave, paternity leave or additional paternity leave.
Payment of members’ contributions
136.—(1) Member contributions are to be deducted by the member’s employer from the member’s pensionable earnings in each pay period.
(2) A member’s employer—
(a)may make contributions on the member’s behalf in circumstances determined by the scheme manager; and
(b)unless paragraph (3)(b) applies, must do so for any period of assumed pay under regulation 27(3)(e) (unpaid leave).
(3) A member is not required to pay member contributions—
(a)while the member is on unpaid adoption leave, maternity leave, parental leave, paternity leave or additional paternity leave; or
(b)with the employer’s approval, while the member is on unpaid leave.
Employers’ contributions
137.—(1) Each employer of an active member of this scheme must pay contributions to this scheme in respect of the member at the rate and at the intervals the scheme manager may for the time being determine after consultation with the scheme actuary (“employers’ contributions”).
(2) Each employer of an active member of this scheme must in addition pay to this scheme—
(a)annual administration charges; and
(b)any other administrative charges,
at such intervals and at such rates as the scheme manager may from time to time determine which must, where the employer is the employer of a Fair Deal eligible person, be as provided for in the Admission Agreement.
(3) Where the Admission Agreement provides for an employer of a Fair Deal eligible person to pay additional payments or charges to this scheme, that employer must make such additional payments or charges as required by the Admission Agreement.
Deduction of payments for extra pension under Schedule 1
138. Schedule 1 has effect for the purpose of enabling deductions of payments for—
(a)added pension; and
(b)an effective pension age.
Refund of all member contributions and payments for extra pension made by the member
139.—(1) This regulation applies in relation to a continuous period of pensionable service under the scheme.
(2) All member contributions and payments resulting from the exercise of an option under Schedule 1 (“Payments for extra pension”) made by the member in relation to the period of pensionable service are only refundable if—
(a)regulation 24 (opting out before the end of one month) applies; or
(b)the member’s pensionable service ceases and—
(i)the member has less than 2 years’ qualifying service;
(ii)if a transfer payment has been received by this scheme in relation to the member, it was from another occupational pension scheme; and
(iii)the member has not reached normal pension age under this scheme.
(3) If paragraph (2)(b) applies, the member is entitled to be paid an amount equal to the sum of all member contributions and payments for extra pension made by the member, less an amount equal to the income tax payable under section 205 (short service refund lump sum charge) of the 2004 Act(1) as a result of a refund of those contributions and payments.
(4) If all members’ contributions and payments for extra pension made by the member are refunded under this regulation, the member’s rights under this scheme in relation to the period or pensionable service are extinguished.
Section 205 was amended by Finance Act 2013 (c.29) Schedule 46 paragraphs 119 and 121 and S.I. 2010/536
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Weil Advises Kinder Morgan, Secures $50 Million For Credit Suisse; Michael Aiello Named Dealmaker Of The Week
Weil is advising Kinder Morgan, Inc. (KMI) in its acquisition of all the outstanding equity securities of Kinder Morgan Energy Partners (KMP), Kinder Morgan Management (KMR) and El Paso Pipeline Partners (EPB). The transaction is valued at approximately $70 billion and is expected to close by year end.
The KMI team includes general counsel Dave DeVeau and in-house counsel Adam Forman, Angela Teer and Eric McCord.
The Weil team is led by corporate chairman Michael Aiello and includes corporate associates Sachin Kohli and Mariel Cruz, and Christina De Vuono and Adam Templeton (who are both not yet admitted to practice in New York); Tax partners Marc Silberberg and Jared Rusman and associates Lane Morgan and Gladriel Shobe; Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits partner Amy Rubin and associate Amanda Rosenblum; Environmental partner Annemargaret Connolly; Banking & Finance associate Banks Bruce; Antitrust partner Steve Newborn and counsel Vadim Brusser; and Securities Litigation partners Joseph Allerhand and Greg Danilow, counsel Seth Goodchild, and associates Amanda Pooler and Adam Bookman.
The Bracewell & Giuliani team (also counsel to KMI) includes partners Gregory Bopp, Gary Orloff, R. Daniel Witschey, Jr., William (Cle) Dade, Troy Harder, Lance Behnke, Heather Brown, Mark Lewis, William (Trey) Wood III, D. Kirk Morgan II, and Manuel Vera, along with associates Caroline Wells, Elizabeth Behncke, Kathy Medford, Rebecca Keep, George Fatula, Caitlin Tweed and Serena Rwejuna.
In August, Weil secured a major summary judgment victory for Credit Suisse in New York Supreme Court, which awarded Credit Suisse $50 million in principal and 9 percent interest dating back to 2008. Credit Suisse sued several investment funds managed by Highland Capital for their failure to settle trades they entered into in 2008 with respect to loans that Credit Suisse had arranged to third-party real estate developers. Highland claimed, among other things, that the trades were unenforceable because Credit Suisse had breached alleged contractual obligations under the credit agreements with the developers, and also argued that interest should be based on the rate in the trade confirmations for delayed settlements (around 0.45 percent) rather than the New York statutory rate (9 percent) for breach of contract.
The Court granted our motion for summary judgment and rejected each of Highland’s defenses, concluding that the credit agreements are irrelevant to the trades between Credit Suisse and Highland, and that the trade confirmations’ rate of interest did not apply where a party breaches an obligation to settle a trade. The Court ordered entry of judgment for the full amount of principal sought ($50,278,898.31) plus interest at 9 percent running from October 16, 2008.
The Weil team was made up of partners David Lender in New York and Ray Guy in Dallas, and associates Kevin Meade, Jennifer Oliver, and Luna Ngan in New York.
Michael Aiello, chairman of Weil’s Corporate Department and a member of the Firm’s Management Committee, has been selected as “Dealmaker of the Week” by The Am Law Daily for his role advising Kinder Morgan Inc. in its acquisition of all the outstanding equity securities of Kinder Morgan Energy Partners, Kinder Morgan Management and El Paso Pipeline Partners.
Through this deal, Kinder Morgan – a longstanding client of the Firm – will combine all four entities into one publicly traded company, creating the third-largest energy company in the United States and the largest energy infrastructure company in North America. The deal is the largest energy M&A transaction since Exxon merged with Mobil in 1999.
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Melanie van Zyl
Kolmanskop: an eerie ghost town in Namibia
Kolmanskop is a famous deserted diamond-mining town, which has slowly been taken over by time and sand, blown in from the Namib Desert. The town now stands empty and is best explored at dawn when the light sparkles off the sand.
Diamonds define the Namib. Kolmanskop was founded in the early 1900s when some rough diamonds were found in the desert, but it was abandoned just 40 years later because of the hardships in the this brutal place and the further discovery of bigger and better diamonds along the Namibian coastline.
Nearly a hundred years ago, Germany lost control of South West Africa and still this European influence remains. It's easy to see its endurance in Swakopmund and in the little coastal town Luderitz, which is the closest living town to Kolmanskop.
The brightly-coloured walls still remain even though winds have sandblasted the colours to a pastel hue and wooden ceiling slats remain intact, causing gorgeous morning shadows in the rooms. When I arrived at dawn, I had the whole town to myself. So I could wander from home to home without company - or competing photographers.
The first guided tours of Kolmanskop start at about 9 o'clock and it's fascinating to learn how people lived a relatively comfy and lavish life out here in the desert. They had to ship in fresh water and devise an ice room to keep meat and other goods fresh to eat. The townsfolk even created a bowling alley, which is still completely intact today and the first x-ray machine in the country landed here to check people hadn't swallowed any diamonds to smuggle out.
Kolmanskop was preserved by diamond mining company De Beers for historical importance. Some buildings have been restored, fitted with furniture to illustrate what life was like back in the early 1900s, while most of the buildings remain abandoned and have been reclaimed by the sand.
Stay here: Kairos Cottage was a delightful find. Set in Lüderitz, close to the harbour, it's a great place to spend the night in order to see the ghost town. Besides Kolmanskop, I'd consider returning just for the oysters. Don't leave without trying some! On my visit, one plump and delicious oyster cost just R10. Ask about the best place to find them when you check in. B&B from R750 for two sharing.
Cost: Tours range from R85pp to R230, depending on when you want to visit. kolmanskuppe.com
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A new mission in Australia to extend the ABTS system features.HOME » Blog » A new mission…
A new mission in Australia to extend the ABTS system features.
Mauro Marongiu
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Earlier this month, in a two weeks’operation in South Australia, our engineers successfully implemented and tested the new capabilities and functions for the ABTS (Automatic Ballistic Tracking System) that currently operates in Port Wakefield.
The upgrade and test activities concerned graphical, operative and tactical improvements of the MMP – Mission Management Platform, the software developed by Nurjana Technologies, which manages the system and test missions.
The system has been tested on various types of ballistic launches with illuminating candles projectiles and airburst projectiles.
Sensors FOV graphical representation
It allows the operator to set for each EOS sensor up to two field of views (FOVs), in order to represent them graphically on the tactical map. The added value is that the MSCCS operator will be able to see if the target is in the field of view of the sensor, thus being immediately able to evaluate if the optical sensor is in the position of acquiring the target and providing useful indications for the mission management.
Satellite maps added to the tactical map
This new functionality will allow the operator to load another format of maps: the GeoTIFF. This format, usually used for satellite maps, is a georeferenced .tiff image that contains metadata such as its projection, its coordinate system and its boundaries. The MSCCS-ABTS operator does not need to learn all the technical details underlying the new feature; he will simply load a .tiff file the same way as currently loads .shp files. The system will process on its own the .tiff file, will read all its metadata and, when added to the current scenario, will add the map to the tactical screen.
Scenario boundaries configuration
This functionality allows the operator to lock the center of the tactical map to specific boundaries for specific purposes and enhanced control on the map. The added value is that the MSCCS operator will always have displayed the region of interest, without the risk of moving to other areas, then struggling to find back out the initial region. On the Main tab of the Scenario Configuration window, it will be possible to configure minimum and maximum coordinates, drawing a rectangular region.
Advanced recording options
This new functionality allows to start automatically the real-time mission data recording when the T0 event occurs and to stop it automatically when the mission end event occurs. The added value is that the MSCCS operator will not need to start and stop the recording in advance, thus wasting recording resources, as well as to take care of the recording itself.
SDS trigger warning
The current version of the MSCCS-BTS provides the operator with the functionality for pushing, during the real-time mission, the «SDS Trigger» button to send the registration trigger to SDSs. The new functionality includes a graphical warning for the «SDS Trigger», in order to warn the operator when it is right time to send the trigger. The time at which raise the warning will be calculated using the time of impact point evaluation algorithm (already implemented in the system). The added value is that the MSCCS operator will be assisted in sending the trigger to the SDS, with an overall improvement of the splash detection function and of the system integration and automation.
Playback bookmarks
This functionality allows the operator to add one or more bookmarks to a recorded mission in the Playback system mode. The operator shall be able to select an instant in which a particular event is occurred and associate it to a significant name, creating a bookmark. A list of bookmarks will be showed into the Command Panel such that when the operator clicks on a single bookmark, the recorded mission will go to the time instant associated. The operator will be able to save the bookmarks for each recorded mission. The added value is that the MSCCS operator, together with mission analysts and experts, will be able to add annotations while reviewing the missions, as it would on the print-outs or on a document. This is of particular significance after the mission, when many additional details and context information are still available and clear for all the people involved.
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China's State-Owned Sector Told To Cut Ties With U.S. Consulting Firms
Staff Writer | Reuters | May 25, 2014
China has told its state-owned enterprises to sever links with American consulting firms just days after the United States charged five Chinese military officers with hacking U.S. companies, the Financial Times reported on Sunday.
China's action, which targets companies like McKinsey & Company and The Boston Consulting Group (BCG), stems from fears the firms are providing trade secrets to the U.S. government, the FT reported, citing unnamed sources close to senior Chinese leaders.
"We haven't received any notification of this kind," said Margaret Kashmir, a spokeswoman for Strategy& - formerly Booz & Company - in an email, adding that serving clients in China and globally continues to be the company's main priority. "We are unaware of any government mandates," added Bain & Company spokeswoman Cheryl Krauss...
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TEE AND MO: THE SERIES
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Our favourite monkey duo has hit the big(ish) screen. We’re so proud to announce that our favourite monkeys, Tee and Mo, are now appearing daily on CBeebies. Our 50 x 7-minute episode series, premiered on CBeebies and our Canadian broadcast partner, TVO in March 2018. Since then, 25 episodes have broadcast in the UK, and little Tee and his monkey mum have been putting smiles on the faces of British pre-schoolers and their parents every day. Following an innovative digital debut, as a suite of web games, a Tee and Mo TV series is the latest media platform to join the content offering, which also comprises of ten interstitials, two interactive apps, 6 music videos, an e-story and an album of music. Tee and Mo has been proving popular with impressive viewing figures and a committed following on social media.
"I can't watch/listen to the bedtime song without crying my eyes out. It's simple, yet it conveys the phenomenal love between a mother and her baby... my boy hugs me so tightly when this is on ♡♡♡"
"My 2 and a half year old daughter and I love Tee and Mo and so does my 1 year old son. We sing all the songs a lot and the go to sleep one every night. Singing the go to sleep song my son gave me his first real smile at “go to sleep my baby”
As well as delighting audiences in the UK and Canada, we’re also excited to announce that Tee and Mo is on Israeli television as "אמא ואני" and will be coming to more territories very soon.
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Playing hooky
Noah had an appointment with our ND first thing this morning (spring allergy season has come early and hit Noah hard), and this afternoon he was on the road at 2:00 to compete in a swim meet an hour away from home. Rather than shuffling him to and from school several times in a short period, I decided I would let him play hooky for the extra few hours and spend them relaxing and hanging out with me.
Now before anyone starts wagging fingers and tsk-tsking me with an accusatory tone, let me say that this sort of thing is an extremely rare occurence at our house, so rare that Noah didn't even know what the term "playing hooky" meant when I said it. (Or maybe that's because it's a very outdated term. Whatever. Incidentally, did you know that the word "hooligan" comes after "hooky" in the dictionary? I found that an interesting coincidence!) But back to the fact that we are not regular school skippers: if you combined points for Noah's and my levels of conscientiousness and rule-following, you would get a score of something close to googol. (Googol is a number with 100 zeros, and Google was named after this number, but it was accidentally misspelled. I know this because Noah told me; he learned it in all of the reading he does in his spare time when he's not in school.) I think it's clear now that he's fine missing what would have amounted to three hours of school today, one of which was lunch. (And now it's also obvious how ridiculously guilty I feel about not sending Noah to school today, judging by the way I am desperately trying to justify it to you all! Clearly I need help.)
Anyway.... Noah and I spent a really nice morning together. We went to the library to browse for some new-to-us and exciting books to devour, shared a leisurely lunch, and played multiple rounds of UNO.
We had some really good conversations, where we discussed things that matter to each of us and wondered about some things we both don't know. Noah confessed to feeling very nervous about his swim meet today (which I suspected based on his quiet thoughtfulness this morning), and I shared with him all the tricks I've learned to help banish worrying. (I am very good at explaining these techniques to others, and less good at actually using them myself.) There were no other people or activities demanding our attention this morning, and I think we both enjoyed the chance to share a few hours, just the two of us.
As Noah gets older, he gets pulled in many more directions, and the time I spend with him gets shorter every year. He enjoys being out more with his friends, listening to music and reading more on his own, being busier with more extra-curricular activities, and spending time thinking, planning, wondering, figuring out the many intricacies of the world more independently. I accept all of this as a normal part of his growing up. But it doesn't stop me from really cherishing a few hours stolen from a regular school day to remind me of the countless ways in which Noah is a really wonderful kid. I hope he never grows tired of taking a bit of time to reconnect with his mom.
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Speckled Alder (Alnus incana)
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Genus: Alnus
Species: Speckled Alder (Alnus incana)
Alternative Names: Alnus rugosa, Alnus tenuifolia
Speckled Alder Species Images
Speckled Alder Species Description
This species is native to North America north of Mexico.
Allergenicity: Speckled Alder (Alnus incana) is a moderate allergen.
Pollination: Occurs in following seasons depending on latitude and elevation: Spring to Summer.
Angiosperm - Flowering Dicot: Plants in this group have two embryonic leaves (dicotyledons). Examples of dicotyledons are beans, buttercups, oaks, sunflowers, etc.
Tree: A large plant, not exactly defined, but typically over four meters in height, a single trunk which grows in girth with age and branches (which also grow in circumference with age).
Shrub: A woody plant smaller than a tree, and usually with several stems from the same root.
Weed: Any plant growing in cultivated ground to the injury of the crop or desired vegetation, or to the disfigurement of the place; an unsightly, useless, or injurious plant.
Perennial: Living for many years.
Wetland Plant: Plants growing in aquatic or wetland habitats. These include all known floating, submerged, and emergent taxa, plus those that are found in permanently or seasonally wet habitats.
Woody Stem: Non-herbaceous. Lignified.
Speckled Alder Species Usage
Honey/Bee Pollen: A plant used as a source of food for Honey Bees, and may be a flavor of honey such as clover or alfalfa.
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CryptoKitties Creators Enter NBA
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Dapper Labs, a blockchain company and creator of CryptoKitties, together with the National Basketball Association (NBA) and National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) is developing a new digital platform for basketball fans, NBA Top Shot.
According to the company, the platform will allow basketball fans to purchase, trade and own digital NBA collectibles on blockchain. The NBA Top Shot collectibles experience is set to launch in the fall, with the game to follow in early 2020.
The platform will also feature a complementary head-to-head game.
A screenshot of the NBA Top Shot website.
"Like other sports games or fantasy brackets, fans who play the game are tasked with creating their ideal squad, but in this game, their rosters are built by acquiring live in-game moments from the NBA season," the company explained. "These moments, such as a Kevin Durant 3-pointshot, or Joel Embiid dunk, which are acquired as digital collectibles or tokens, can then be either owned forever or used to compete against other players in online tournaments and leagues on-chain."
According to Dapper Labs, they are "eager to show the NBA’s worldwide audience the value of blockchain technology through NBA Top Shot."
"We use the latest in blockchain technology to create assets and experiences that are guaranteed limited edition and authentic, not to mention portable and permanent in a way nothing digital has ever been before,” Roham Gharegozlou, CEO of Dapper Labs, was quoted as saying in a press release.
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Games and programming in 50 languages across 215 countries and territories.
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Baldy fly-in Sept. 25-27
Rich Hass from NWP had invited the Canadians to attend the annual Baldy Butte fly-in, and as the weather was looking rather stable for the coast, I decided to check it out.
Looking at the weather ahead of time, I saw that Friday would be good with light and variable winds, Saturday would be blown out, and Sunday would be a good Saddle day. Leaving Vancouver about 5am I was able to get to the Baldy LZ on Friday morning to get the site briefing and sign the waivers (the launch is on private property).
Two locals are David Norwood and Bob Bunger, who live in Yakima. They were out setting up shop for the fly-in, and eventually there were about 10 of us heading up.
Baldy Butte has multiple launches for pretty much every wind direction (it is bald, after all), and the typical launch direction is S or SW. But on Friday it was more west (or at least the house thermal was causing the local cycles to manifest as west), so the south launch was rather cross (much like launching at Bridal...you have to be ready for your glider to possibly turn 90 degrees as you bring it up). I opted to head for the west launch (you hike down about 2 minutes to a grassy spot) and soon was in the air.
Nice thermals and it was hot, so it was pleasant in the air. There was a forest fire to the north, just outside Ellensburg, so the smoke was spreading out to the east and marking the inversion. To the east I could see into the Yakima Firing Range, and watched as the military guys shot off several missiles into the air and shot them down (it looked like miniature space shuttle launches going on, with the gout of flame on the ground followed by a plume of smoke as the missile shot into the air). This is a very good area to avoid flying over! In fact there is a lot of complicated airspace in that direction, and Dave was kind enough to show me the XC routes in that direction and where to fly to stay out of the airspace (for future reference!).
While watching the show in the firing range I was able to get to 5000' which is not quite enough for XC (you want 6000' at least, and preferably 7000'), but Meredyth and Dave Wheeler were heading out to see what would happen so I joined them.
The usual XC route in SW winds is to the NE, heading over the back to the north of the firing range (avoiding all the airspace). But with the low altitudes we were getting we weren't going to be going that way, so we decided to head north along the canyon road towards Ellensburg. We only went about 7 km or so before landing, as further than that you run out of LZ's until you reach the end of the canyon, and we weren't high enough for that glide. I landed next to Dave and met up with Meredyth who had gotten a ride and back to the LZ.
Those who elected to stick close to the Butte were able to stay up for several hours until it shut down at dusk. Then those who were staying for the fly-in set up camp in the temporary LZ (the usual LZ is across the road, but for the fly-in, we're allowed to camp and land next to the river). A beautiful LZ with green grass, right next to the Yakima river, with nice shade trees and right next to one of the numerous pull-outs the fly fishers use to get in and out of the river.
As predicted, the next day was blown out, so no flying locally. I kited a couple of speed gliders (Bullet 12 and XT-16) but that was about it, and most everyone went into town to get food etc for the big party that night. Later in the afternoon we were fooled into thinking the winds had backed off (at least they had in the LZ) so we all trooped up to launch, and in fact it was windier than earlier in the day! Back down to the LZ and it was party time, and the beer flowed and the campfire was roaring, and it was all good. I was among the last to leave the campfire and people were snoring away all around.
Next morning it was east winds at Baldy, and predicted to manifest as north at Saddle, so a bunch of us went up Baldy for a morning flight. Up on launch it was strong east winds about 25 kph and nobody was willing to launch except Robin and I. We both waited for a lull and launched no problems, and were soon ridge soaring the east side.
Initially it was purely ridge lift, and I was able to skim the slope just like at Marina or Sand City, except the terrain was big rocks and bushes instead of nice soft sand. Not a place to touch down when wagga'ing around! The ridge is kinda small, so Robin and I were using pretty much all of it, and had somebody else launched I would have given up my spot to let somebody else have it. But nobody else did launch, and eventually the thermals kicked in and we got high over the towers and there was all of a sudden tonnes of room for lots of people. But it was even windier on launch, and nobody else could get off, so we had the whole place to ourselves.
After about 1 hour I told Robin I was heading out as it seemed to be getting windier, and we both headed out for a nice landing in light winds in the LZ. Then it was off to Saddle Mountain!
Arriving on Saddle about 1pm it was already on, with several PG's in the air already, and about 30 more setting up. A couple of HG's joined in the fun too! Initially it was strong on launch and we were having to hold gliders down while waiting fo r lulls, but eventually it died off and was almost pure thermal lift at this point and not ridgy.
We had a super-fun time flying in the ridge lift and then the thermal lift, although I found myself flown out early in the day and opted to top-land and enjoy the midday sun (maybe the last really warm day of the year). Robin and Norm stayed up for much longer; Norm eventually bottom-landed as he had errands to do in Vernon, and Robin stayed up until the very end, top-landing to join me at the end of the day.
In the end we had something like 10 Canucks show up for flying at Baldy and Saddle Mountain. Super-fun on Sunday, and a nice short XC on Friday to round out the weekend. Baldy has really good XC potential, and the Seattle locals fly it all the time in the spring. If you are thinking of doing some XC next spring and the Fraser Valley is getting boring, think about Baldy. It's only about 4-4.5 hours away and is almost always sunny (a good weekend road-trip destination), and every XC-able day there are people flying it. Dave Norwood and Bob Bunger live nearby and are always willing to do site orientations and XC tips.
Pictures of the weekend can be found here.
Here's a short video Dave Norwood shot of the flying this weekend!
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Woodside Sept. 20
Well today was looking like another good XC day at Woodside...unstable and cu's forming all over the place. This time I arrived earlier than a few days ago, and was up on launch by 1:45pm. But of course I got to talking with people and didn't actually launch until closer to 2:30pm. Kevin was waiting at cloudbase for me (which wasn't that high; about 1100m) and once we joined up we went over the back towards Agassiz Mountain.
I arrived at Agassiz Mountain lower than the last day; this time 680m, but I wasn't too concerned with the rocks baking in the sun and facing SW. Sure enough I got up there and then Daryl Sawatsky and Thomm McEchryn joined us so we were now 4.
Once again we weren't getting super-high at Agassiz, 1100m or so, and Thomm had left much lower than that, so he opted to land at Harrison Hot Springs beach. Kevin and I made it to the cliffs on Bear Mountain (XC tip: when crossing from Agassiz to Bear, head for the grey cliffs, NOT the red/brown ones!) and then waited for Daryl to join us.
At this point we were trying to figure out the best way to cross to the Bridal side of the valley. We weren't getting very high and I like more altitude when doing the crossing. Eventually, after dicking around on Bear for a bit, I finally got to 1300m and decided this was good to cross to Hicks with enough altitude to find something over there and not just grovel around, and do the crossing from there rather than from Bear.
(I didn't think we had enough altitude to do the crossing from Bear, which is a slightly longer crossing than from Hicks. The downside to doing it from Hicks, is even though it's less of a crossing, you have to do more cross-wind flying and possibly end up too far downwind to get up successfully on the Ludwig side. From Bear, if you're high enough, you can incorporate some downwind-ness and arrive a bit more upwind.)
On Hicks it was lame so when I got up to 1050m, I went for the crossing. I usually like at least 1200m, and prefer 1400m for a "comfortable" arrival on Ludwig, but I figured those kinds of heights weren't in the cards for today, and especially at Hicks. Arrived just east of Ludwig at 400m and groveled around for a bit, but it was quite windy down that low and nothing was quite connecting, so I ended up landing at the large grassy LZ at the Peter's Road exit on highway #1. Tracklog is here.
Daryl joined me 5 minutes later and we radioed to Kevin and Al (who had joined Kevin while I was doing the crossing), that it was a bit dubious to do the crossing from Hicks and from that low, so they opted to stay on the #7 side of the Fraser river and continue towards Hope. They never got high again, and ended up landing in Ruby Creek.
Rob Samplonius came by Hicks a few minutes later and we told him the same story, and he also opted to land at Ruby Creek.
Meanwhile Matt J. had not connected on Bear and landed in the swamp between the south side of Bear and Green hill. What normally would be a 10 minute walk out on dry land turned into an hour-long slog through waist-deep water before he got to a road and retrieve. When I saw him last he was in what looked like a spare pare of flight suit pants :) and barefoot.
Daryl and I now had the job of getting back to Woodside from the wrong side of the Fraser river. Using a tip I learned, I told Daryl to keep his helmet visible. I did the same and kept my radio harness on. The whole idea is to try to appear as "non-hobo" as possible, and no that's not our wordly possesions on our backs!, and appear interesting enough to entice a car to stop.
About 1 minute after putting our thumbs and helmets out, a car stopped. It was a shitty beat-up K-car, but with a pimped-out stereo system (with huge-ass speakers in the back windows). Driving the car was "Tiger". When asked what he does for a living, Tiger replied that he "gambles and smokes pot". He travels the world doing poker tournaments (last year he won $100,000 he said), and when he runs out of money, comes back to Vancouver to work enough to start another world tour. While in Vancouver he smokes pot. He illustrated this point by, when dropping us off at the #9 overpass at Bridal, opening up his glove compartment and offering (trying to sell?) us a bag of weed. In the glove compartment was bags and bags of the stuff; the entire glove compartment was full of bags of pot. We declined :) and as we hiked off to our next hitch-hiking spot, we saw him rolling a big fatty to tide him over as he continued to Vancouver.
Next up was a ride to the A&W in Agassiz courtesy of a couple of giggling girls, and then we hiked to the Vancouver side of the outskirts of Agassiz (just out of sight of the RCMP office :) for our final ride to Woodside. The guy was originally headed to Harrison Hot Springs, but after learning we were paraglider pilots, he wanted to find out more. We told him that if he gave us a ride to our cars, we could get him a business card for one of the local paragliding schools and set him up. So we were able to get a ride right back to our cars :)
Meanwhile the folks who had landed at Ruby Creek were slowly making their way back to their cars, and Matt J. was still making his way out of the swamp. Al was able to pick him up and also Rob and Nicolai; Kevin had gotten his own ride back to his car. So everyone was accounted for by the end of the day, with lots of smiling faces as another XC day came to a close.
Unexpected XC from Woodside Sept. 17
After 3 weeks off flying to let my knee heal, I was itching to get back in the air. The forecast turned unexpectedly good, so a bunch of us showed up at Eagle Ranch rather late in the day (after 2:30pm; people were already flying and Nicolai had already gone over the back) with an eye for some late-in-the-season XC.
We tossed around a few ideas, possibly crossing the valley to Bridal, flying to Hope, etc, but in the end we decided to see what would happen, but made a pact to land *anyplace* other than the usual LZ's around Woodside.
Since it was obviously good, I got ready as soon as I got up the mountain, and launched into a nice cycle which took me up to 1050m and I was on my way over the back. Kevin had launched before me and was leading out, so I was able to see what the sink was like. Not too bad, but leaving Woodside from 1050m is not very high, and I arrived at Agassiz Mountain at about 800m (the CYR is below 335m). Al was with me, and we saw Robin headed our way, so we waited until he joined us, and then continued on to Bear Mountain.
On Bear it was quite reliable and we started chatting about what to do at this point. We knew Norm was chasing us so we had retrieve all lined up; it was just a question of what to do? The winds still looked light enough for a run to Hope but the day was late (it was about 4:30pm by now and blueing up). So we decided to fly as far as Ruby Creek and see what would happen once there. This time I led off for the run to Hicks.
Dove around the corner of Bear and made the run to Hicks Mountain, arriving at the toe which was still in sun. We weren't getting as high as we had been at Bear and Agassiz Mountains, but it was enough to push to the bump just west of Squakum Peak (Robin led out this time) and above the Ruby Creek LZ.
At this point you kinda lose LZ's for a bit if you're not high, and the final push to a suitable LZ in Hope required a bit more altitude that we were getting (I could see Hope but wasn't quite high enough to get there!). Had we arrived an hour earlier at Ruby Creek, we probably would have found enough lift for the final glide, but it was too late and the stratus clouds were coming in. So we ridge soared on the bump above the Ruby Creek LZ to "decompress" from the XC portion of our flight, and landed at the LZ with Norm and Al waiting for us (Al had landed at the base of Hicks).
I want to give a big thank-you to Norm, who despite not being able to fly due to his ankle cast, still comes out to drive, and offered to come get us if we went XC. I know it must be hard for you, Norm, to watch us flying when you're grounded, and we appreciate it! One of these days, when you're back in the saddle, we'll do the same for you.
Meanwhile Nicolai had crossed the valley to Laidlaw (he had a 2 hour jump on us) and flown back to Bridal. Last I heard Miguel was driving over to pick him up.
Given the time of year, and time of day, we were unexpectedly treated to a late-season XC of about 25 km. Tracklog is here. It was very cool to fly XC with a bunch of my friends...when flying XC I usually end up flying alone (unless it's a comp), and always enjoy the gaggle-flying and swapping the leading-out job that comes with a group. Hopefully this wasn't the last XC day for the Fraser Valley, but these days are gonna get fewer and farer between!
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News | 07 May 2018 17:35 | By RnMTeam
'Raazi' title track's motivational emotion will fire up your Monday
MUMBAI: The title track of Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal starrer, Raazi is out. Sung by Arijit Singh, the song is a motivating number showing Sehmat’s (Alia) journey of an Indian spy in the film.
Penned by Gulzar, the music is produced by the famous trio, Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy. Arijit’s voice has completely done justice to the motivational emotion of this song.
Check the track here -
Earlier, the songs Dilbaro and Ae Watan from the film had already managed to strike a chord among the audience. While Dilbaro crooned by Harshdeep Kaur, Vibha Saraf and Shankar Mahadevan has garnered 15 million views on YouTube, Ae Watan sung by Arijit Singh has crossed over 13 million views. Also, the film’s title track is being noticed with over 19k views within a short span of its release.
Raazi, directed by Meghna Gulzar is slated to release on 11 May 2018.
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11.1.19 LED BY NICK HAWK, PARKWAY DOMINATES IN VICTORY
The final game of the season for both squads and Parkway senior Nick Hawk was stellar. As the St. Henry faithfull celebrated their seniors, the Panthers were dominating the redskins on the field. Parkway ran 63 plays to just 43 from the hosts. The Panthers rolled up 507 yards of offense, while holding St. Henry to just 216. Parkway also held the ball for nearly 10 minutes more than the redskins. It was evident early in the game that the Panthers were the stronger team. The Panthers found the end zone in every quarter of the game. Brendon Etzcorn punched it in from 5 yards out in the first quarter. That capped off the panthers second possession that covered 37 yards in four minutes. The Parkway defense saw the redskins move the ball down the field and were prepared to tie the game. But the Panthers stood tall and stopped their hosts at the one yard line with a huge defensive stop. The Panthers added another score to take a 13-0 lead. Parkway started on their one yard line and drove 99 yards in 18 plays for the score. Jason Luth capped off the drive when he hauled in a Rich pass for a 20 yard score. The Panthers were holding a 13-0 lead as we went into the halftime break. The redskins started the third quarter with the ball, but the panther defense made quick work of St. henry. Mason Landers set the tone on the first play with a sack of the quarterback. It took the Panthers just four plays, a Hawk rush for 23 yards, he then had a 5 yard rush, Luth carried the rock for another 17 yards. Then Hawk capped it off with a 20 yard scamper for a Panther 20-0 advantage. Hawk continued to rack up the yardage in the fourth quarter. It was a second and 11 to go when the senior hit the hole and went 79 yards for another Parkway score. Nick also ran into the Parkway record books on the run, he now holds the record for most rushing yards in a career. The score pushed the visitors lead to 27-0 just barely into the final period. Hawk would hit pay dirt one more time and see the score swell to 33-0. Although the panthers were hoping for a shutout, the redskins did manage a score late in the game. With five minutes left in the game, Parkway put together a 10 play drive. The game ended on the final play when Hawk scored again, or so we thought. It would have given him the school record for touchdowns. Even though Parkway got the play off before time expired and Nick was clearly over the line, the officials made no touchdown signal. As we have seen all season, the officials had an impact on the outcome of the game. Parkway finishes the season with a win and closes on a positive note. Parkway finishes with a 4-6 record, that is an improvement from recent years. The coaches, players and support staff did one heck of a job this season. I cannot say enough about this senior class, the leadership was always evident and they never stopped fighting. Leading the way in the Panther victory was Nick Hawk. He finished the game with 227 rushing yards on 27 carries. He had big runs of 23, 20, 79, 37 and 20 yards to highlight his evening. He finished the season with 955 yards rushing and 2778 for his career. He also had 27 touchdowns for his career with 12 of them this season.
10.27.19 THEY LEFT IT ALL ON THE FIELD, FINAL SCORE DECEPTIVE
Just a week removed from obliterating the Coldwater cavaliers who were #1 team in division six, the anna rockets visited Rockford. They came into the contest the new # 1 team in the state. The panthers were coming off of a victory over the St. Johns blue jays and were ready for the rockets. The panthers took the opening kickoff and after a 7 play drive, were stopped by the rockets. That set the theme for the first quarter of the game. Anna finished the period with three drives and Parkway had four, but it was a defensive standoff. The rockets had the ball when the period ended, just 30 seconds into the second quarter they found the end zone. That capped off a 10 play drive for a 7-0 lead. But it took the panthers less than 2 minutes to answer with a score of their own. Senior Nick Hawk put the panthers in good position with a 54 yard kickoff return. After three menial rushing attempts, Senior Jason Luth broke free. Jason took the hand off and came sweeping around the right side, going through the rockets en route to the end zone. We now had a tie score at 7-7. The rockets would score several more times in the period, one of those aided by a Parkway fumble deep in Panther territory. With the clock under 4 minutes until halftime, the hosts put together a scoring drive. The offensive line were having one heck of a game opening holes for their backs to squeeze through. Luth busted free for an 18 yard gain and the panthers were on a roll. Then Nick Hawk found a seam for 43 yards to the house, leaving the rockets in his wake. Parkway was sending the message, “we won’t roll over and go away”. The Parkway defense held the rockets in check for the entire third quarter. While the offense was able to tighten the score a little bit. Midway through the period, the panthers scored on a 3 play drive to make it a one score game. Nick Hawk took the hand off and busted through the rocket defense and down the sideline for a 49 yard touchdown run. With three quarters in the books, the rockets held a slim 28-21 lead over Parkway. The turning point in the game came on a rockets trick play that went for long yardage. As the third period came to a close, the rockets had the ball and the Parkway defense had them pinned deep in their own territory. After they flipped ends, Anna had a third and five at the rockets 24 yard line. With a pitch to the tailback, Riley Huelskamp let it fly and it was hauled in for a 76 yard touchdown. The play caught the defense completely off guard and pushed the score to 35-21. At that point, the momentum was clearly on the side of Anna. Both squads would add to their score, but the rockets would prevail with a 49-28 final score. This game was much closer than the final score and wasn’t decided until midway through the fourth quarter. Nick Hawk finished his night with 17 carries for 162 yards and 2 touchdowns. Caleb Kinney hauled in 4 passes for 69 yards and a touchdown.This was the most complete game for the panthers this season in my opinion. It was an entire team effort with senior leadership that led by example. The panthers “left it all on the field” in their last home contest. I am excited that they have more game, so they can close their season on a winning note.
10.18.19 PANTHERS DOWN JAYS FOR M.A.C. VICTORY
Being so close to another win in the last few games, the panthers put it together against the blue jays. St. John’s has had a similar season to that of the panthers, so it looked to be a competitive contest. That’s just what it was as it was an offensive show for both squads. the visiting panthers finished the night with nearly 500 yards of total offense and the blue jays had almost 400 yards. Parkway had multiple scoring plays in every quarter except the third. Parkway led 12-0 after the first quarter, but then the jays pulled to 12-7. Parkway then answered with an Eli rich pass to Jason Luth for a 71 yard touchdown. Parkway goes back up 20-7. St. john’s once again tightened it back up at 20-14. These offenses weren’t done though. With just two minutes left in the first half, Nick Hawk breaks free for a 41 yard touchdown run. Parkway makes it a 26-14 score with a minute left and were ready for the half to end. The blue jays weren’t done though, they punched it in again and now we had a 26-21 score at the half. St. Johns had the momentum to end the half and it carried over to start the third period. The blue jays went on a 7 play drive that chewed up 83 yards for a touchdown. It was also their first lead of the evening. St. Johns took a 28-26 lead. But that would be the only time that they led the game. The panthers promptly flexed their muscles and after seven plays,Nick Hawk punched it in for the score. Parkway now led 34-28.The panther defense tightened up in the final period and held their hosts to just one score that was late in the game. With the panther offense adding 2 more scores to finish the contest 49-35 for their third win of the season. Big plays were a consistent part to the Parkway win. They had 12 plays that went for more than 10 yards and six plays that went for more than 30 yards. Several panthers had big performances in the victory. Eli Rich had 268 yards passing as he was 12/17 and 2 touchdowns. Nick Hawk rushed for 127 yards on 16 carries and 3 touchdowns. Jason Luth led the way with receptions for 168 yards on 5 catches.
Coming off a tough loss last Friday, the panthers were poised to get back in the win column. Parkway won the toss and elected to take the ball. Nick Hawk started the game with a 30 yard kickoff return for the panthers. Parkway used over half of the period on the 17 play drive that stalled on the New Bremen 42 yard line. They had only one play in the drive for more than 10 yards. That was a 16 yard pass completion from Eli Rich to Justin Felver. On the ensuing cardinal possession, they scored in just under 3 minutes with a 32 yard pass completion. New Bremen led 7-0 and that was the score after one quarter of play. Just two minutes into the second quarter, the cardinals increased the score to 14-0. The Parkway defense held strong for seven plays and it was 4th & 13 yards to go from the panther 34. They went for it and scored on a 34 yard pass completion. The panthers trailed 14-0 at the halftime break. New Bremen started the third quarter with the ball and the lead. After the panther defense held strong for six minutes and stopped the cards on a 4th & 7. Parkway took over on their own 35 and with a hand off to Senior Jason Luth, he was off to the races. With a key block from Nick Hawk, Luth broke free and scampered 65 yards to pull the panthers to within 14-6. After the teams traded possessions, the cardinals got the ball at mid field. It was a three play scoring drive that saw the cards have runs of 25 and 23 yards to find paydirt. That gave New Bremen a cushion with a 20-6 lead. We have seen the panthers in this spot before, but tonight they couldn’t overcome the cardinal defense. New Bremen add 2 more scores early in the fourth quarter, that pushed the score to 34-6. But Parkway kept fighting and Nick Hawk hauled in a 10 yard pass from Rich for a panther score. Now it was a 34-12 game. With three minutes left, a 68 yard kickoff return and a horse collar penalty put the cards on the panther 8 yard line. New Bremen took 2 plays to punch it in for a 40-12 score. But the panthers still had life left in them, they hadn’t given up. With a return for 28 yards by Hawk, the panthers started on the New Bremen 40 yard line. Brendon Etzcorn scored on a 6 yard run and the panthers were on the board again. Leaving just 9 seconds on the clock and a 40-18 score that would be the final count. Jason Luth had a monster night for the panthers. He led the rushing attack with 147 yards and he also had 27 yards recieving. Parkway falls to 2-5 on the season.
10.4.19 ANOTHER WINS SLIPS AWAY FROM PANTHERS
This was a battle of two teams that were very similar. The game came down to the final seconds before we knew who would get that first M.A.C. victory. Both squads had played a tough schedule leading up to this point in the season and both were due for a win. After their initial drive stalled, the Parkway defense had the Indians on the ropes. It was a second and 23 to go with their backs to the goal line. Then the Indians connected for an 86 yard pass for the first touchdown of the contest. But Parkway blocked the kick and it was 6-0. The panthers threatened to score in the second period, but a 14 play 73 yard drive was stopped at the one yard line. The teams would go into the locker rooms with the hosts leading 6-0. Fort Recovery would then score midway through the third on a 25 yard pass. That made the score 13-0, but the panthers were still in this game. But with less than 2 minutes left in the quarter, the Indians struck again with a 20 yard score by Gavin Thobe. We went to the fourth quarter down 20-0 and the Ft. Recovery crowd had already stuck the fork in the panthers. Not so quick my friends, anyone that has watched this version of Parkway football, knows they don’t quit. They came alive in the final quarter of play. After a grinding drive that went the length of the field, Caleb Kinney hauled in a pass for an 8 yard touchdown. With a 20-7 score, the panthers were showing a sign of life. After an awesome kick off, the Indians were on the 20 yard line to start their possession. That’s when senior linebacker Jason Luth ran over a blocker and blew up the exchange in the backfield. He not only caused the fumble, he then recovered it on the Indians 16 yard line. Eli rich then found Kinney again, after catching the pass at the 5 yard line, Caleb bulled through two braves and found the end zone for his second score of the game. Quickly it was 20-14 and the hosts lead was shrinking. It was second and 22 for the Indians when Senior captains Caleb Kinney and Nick Hawk met at the quarterback. The ball was knocked out and in the air and in to the waiting hands of defensive lineman Body Doerston for the interception(it was a gift). It only took Parkway 4 plays and Nick Hawk punched it in for a 20-20 score. The go ahead extra point was blocked and we were tied. The Indians got that lead back after a scoring drive pushed it to 27-20. On the ensuing kickoff, it was time for the Hawk to fly. That’s just what he did as he returned the kickoff 94 yard and into the end zone. But a block in the back wiped the touchdown of the board. with three minutes left, Parkway marched down the field to the 8 yard line. After each coach called a time out, it was 4th and 8 for the panthers. Once again Nick Hawk crossed the goal line and the panthers were down 27-26. The panthers left the kick team on the sidelines and were going for the win. Rich let it fly to the left corner of the end zone, it looked good to everyone but the Indians and the official who was waving an incomplete pass. Although the panthers lost the game, the fight, the drive and heart was evident in tonight’s efforts.
9.27.19 #8 WILDCATS CLAW PANTHERS ON HOMECOMING
Although we had to wait nearly an hour to get the game started, the weather was much better during the game. But I can’t say that for the outcome. After the crowning of homecoming queen McKenna Johnson, things went south for the football team. The wildcats got on the scoreboard first with an 8 play drive that took just three minutes off the clock. The teams traded possessions and then the wildcats struck again as they closed out the first quarter with a 12-0 lead. The panthers weren’t really in trouble until midway through the second period. After a short lived drive from the panthers, Minster tacked on another score with a one play run from the quarterback for an 88 yard score. That pushed the score to 18-0 and it was quickly getting away from the panthers. A parkway fumble after the kick off gave the wildcats the ball on the Parkway 22 yard line. They ran two plays to cross the goal line and increase their lead to 25-0. Liam Ferroggiaro set the panthers with good field position after a 19 yard return. The offense went to work and put together a really nice drive just before the half. They moved the ball all the way to the Minster 8 yard line and were ready to punch it in. But the Wildcat defense would only budge to the 2 yard line and the drive stalled. It only took Minster one play to increase their lead. From the 2 yard line they completed a 98 yard pass that pushed the score to 32-0 at the half. Minster had the game well in hand and they received the ball to start the third quarter, and they owned the third period. They used nearly the entire quarter to add to their lead and upshot to 39-0. It wasn’t until midway through the fourth quarter when the panthers final crossed the goal line. On a first and ten from the Minster 43, Ferroggiaro scampered around the left side and found the end zone. That made the score 39-7 and that would be the last of the scoring for the night. Parkway falls to 2-3 on the season with the loss.
9.20.19 CONTROVERSY IN VERSAIILLES ONCE AGAIN DOOMS PANTHERS
It seems like every trip to Hole field for the panthers ends in controversy,Friday evenings game was no different for the visitors. After last weeks but kicking, the panthers were looking to get in the win column again. We will never know if that would have happened due to a very poor call from an official who wasn’t even in position to make the call. That was just one of several officiating miscues on the evening. But we can’t change the outcome, so we must move on to the next opponent. After several series by both squads, the hosts found the end zone first with just four minutes left in the initial period for a 7-0 advantage. After a Michael Swallow kick off return of 21 yards, the visitors started from the 32 yard line. Parkway answered with a six play drive that was capped off with a Jason Luth reception for 27 yards and on the next play Eli Rich scampered 27 yards to tie the score at sevens apiece. The panthers stopped Versailles on their next possession after a 13 play drive that took nearly half the quarter. Then the panthers went back to work and put together a drive that saw Corey Walls haul in a pass from Rich for 37 yards for a parkway score. The panthers went up 14-7 with just two and one half minutes in the half. But that was too much time and the tigers punched it in to tie the score at 14 all just before the half.
The third quarter belonged to the panthers, special teams and the defense raised their level of play a notch. It started with senior captain Nick Hawk burst through a hole on the kick off for an 82 yard scoring return. That put the panthers on top right off the bat and stunned the tigers. After the tigers made the mistake of trying to return the kick off at the 1 yard line, they only made it to their thirteen. That’s when the parkway defense stood tall snd after holding the tigers for minimal gain, Versailles had to punt the ball. Then the panthers Walls pounced on the blocked punt in the end zone for a parkway score. That put the panthers up 27-14 and they had “ole moe” on their side. But in the final period, the tide shifted and the controversy started in the hosts favor. Versailles put together a quick striking scoring drive that took just a minute and moved the score to 27-21. After a short panthers possession, the tigers had the ball back with seven minutes left in the game. They took 4 minutes off the clock that culminated in another score, but the kick was blocked by Zack Hawk. The block kept the score tied at 27-27. Parkway had just three minutes left in the game to get the win. That is when the officials took over the outcome of the contest, calling back a brilliant play from Corey Walls and Nick Hawk that would have made it a 34-27 panther advantage. After parkway sputtered, the tigers moved the ball to the 5 yard line as time was running out. The parkway defense stood tall and forced a last second field goal attempt with mere seconds left on the clock. From my vantage point beside the goal post, there was a clear holding call on the tigers tackle as he “bear hugged” Brody Doersten. But the game ended with a “no call” that was right in front of the official.
9.13.19 FRIDAY THE 13TH WAS A HORROR SHOW FOR PARKWAY
Turnovers, arm tackles, no calls and missed opportunities pretty much summed up tonight's contest. The panthers came in riding high on a two game winning streak. They went toe to toe with the visiting flyers and were only down 7-0 after one stanza. But then the wheels fell off the bus for Parkway. Eli Rich dropped back to pass and the ball was tipped and intercepted on the panthers 5 yard line. Marion Local quickly took advantage and made it a 14-0 score. Then Parkway gave them a short field when the snap soared over Corey Walls head on a punt. In all, the flyers scored 21 points in the second quarter for a 28-0 halftime advantage. Parkway did put a drive together and threatened to score, but fell short. Walls hauled in a 19 yard pass, lateraled to Nick Hawk who rumbled to the flyers 3 yard line. with time running out in the half, Parkway ran the ball on 4 consecutive plays. From my vantage point it looked like they scored twice, but i'm not the one wearing the zebra stripes. The flyers opened the second half with a very questionable 99 yard kick off return for a touch down. Although what appeared as several penalties, the score stood. Marion would score two more times to finish the game blanking their hosts 49-0. Looking at the stats you can see that they weren't that different, except the score. Parkway moves to 2-1 and will travel down to the "hole" at Versailles next week to battle with the tigers.
9.6.19 WIN OVER BEARCATS BRINGS A 2-0 START
It has been 12 years since the panther football team has started a season with a 2-0 record. With a methodical, purpose driven scheme coming into the Spencerville game, Parkway came away with another victory. Yes, I said another. The visitors received the ball to start the game, but it wasn't until late in the first quarter when they scored. Still in a stalemate, Parkway started at their own 15 yard line and the drive culminated in Nick Hawk with a touchdown run for a panther lead of 7-0. The highlight of the drive was a deep pass from Eli Rich to Jason Luth , Jason broke several tackles to turn it into a 40 yard pass play. On the very next possession for the panthers,Rich hit Caleb Kinney to finish an 8 play drive for a 14-0 advantage. With the defense limiting the bearcats next drive to just 5 plays, the panthers went to work again. On a 4th & 1 at the one yard line, Hawk once again found the end zone. That completed a 65 yard, 12 play drive that pushed the score to 21-0 just before the half. The bearcats came out of the half strong and put a drive together deep int panther territory. But the defense bent and didn't break. Both squads struggled in the third quarter after the halftime adjustments were made. With 3:45 left in the game, the Parkway shutout was still intact. Then the bearcats slipped into the end zone for their lone score of the evening, then missed the extra point. Leading 21-6, Parkway took possession and ran the clock out to seal the victory. The Panther offense was in sync as Eli Rich was18/25 for 198 yard through the air, while spreading the ball around to 7 different receivers. Hawk and Brendon Etzcorn combined for 115 yards rushing through a stout defense. Kinney hauled in 4 balls for 55 yards and a t.d., while Luth caught 5 passes for 76 yards on the night. Grahm Farmer led the defense with 8 tackles in the game.
8.30.19 THE TROPHY COMES HOME, PANTHERS TROUNCE KNIGHTS
"It wasn't pretty, but it was a solid win" echoed among many after the game. To say that the panthers were pumped for this game, would be an understatement. It had been since 2011 that they had beaten the knights in football, a victory was well overdue. Parkway faltered on their first drive, but made good on their second possession of the game. Eli Rich scampered 27 yards to put Parkway on the board. After a Cory Walls extra point, the panthers led 7-0. Although the panther defense had a real nice stand, the knights intercepted Parkway and were able to convert it into a score just 36 seconds before the half. After a running play went nowhere, Rich went back to the arial game. He found an open Caleb Kinney in stride and Kinney took it to the house from 63 yards out. That put Parkway up 13-6 heading into the half. It wasn't until late in the third period that the knights scored again, making the score 13-12. It took Rich just three minutes to find Nick Hawk for a 25 yard touchdown pass to put parkway back up 20-12.
The panthers had trouble containing Brody Brecht all night. As the third quarter was coming to a close, Brecht got loose for a 50 yard score to knot it at 20 apiece. Brenden Etzkorn stripped Brecht of the ball and pounced on it for a fumble recovery. I took just five plays for Rich to find Jason Luth for an 11 yard score. After a 7 minute, 12 play drive by the knights, Brecht fumbled again and it was recovered by Mason Landers. With the ball resting at the crestview 47, Rich put the ball in the hands of Hawk and he wove his way to the house once again. With the score now at 33-20, the kickoff hit and bounced of a knight and right back to the panthers who recovered the fumble. Parkway put together an 8 play drive to the crestview 4, from their they went into the "victory" formation. Parkway won the game by a final score of 33-20. Nick Hawk finished the game with 126 yards rushing. Eli Rich passed for 148 yards while Caleb Kinney led the receivers with 2 catches for 64 yards and a touchdown. Did anyone notice that we have a kicker? I can't say enough about Corey Walls, he boots long kickoffs and makes extra points. That's something that the panthers haven't had in a long while. Next up, we travel to that new turf field at Spencerville.
8.23.19 PANTHERS CRUSH CAVALIERS IN FINAL TUNE-UP
Although Lehman Catholic didn't have many players, they fought the panthers hard. The varsity only played two quarters of football and came away winning 28-0. But it wasn't a mistake free game for the hosts. Parkway had several big offensive gains called back due to penalties. I'm sure that will be one of the first things that the coaching staff addresses. Nick Hawk found the end zone in the first stanza as he capped off a drive with a punishing run. Hawk was a beast again tonight, dragging defenders all over the field. Jason Luth, the second part of the panthers 1-2 punch at running back, followed suit as he weaved his way through the defense all evening. The receiving corps did a nice job also. They were led by Justin Felver with several nice receptions from Eli Rich. In the third period, the cavaliers finally scored against the back up defense. That made the score 28-7. But shortly thereafter the panthers second squad found the end zone also, pushing the score to 34-7. That score ended up being the final for the contest. The panthers will open the season hosting Crestview next Friday evening.
8.17.19 BIG PLAYS AND STIFF DEFENSE BEST PAULDING
It was a Friday under the lights as the panthers scrimmaged the Paulding squad. Paulding hit pay dirt first early in the initial 10 play session, that would be the first and last time they would get in the end zone. Parkway answered back to get a score of their own on a bullish run from Nick Hawk. The visitors would pick up another score in that segment of the scrimmage, finishing that portion 2-1. After the jv's had their time, the varsity squads played two timed quarters. The panthers put together nice drives both times that they scored. Eli Rich hit Jason Luth in stride across the middle and Luth zig zagged his way 50 plus yards for a panther score. Big plays were a theme for Parkway, it wasn't just Luth. Receivers Caleb Kinney and Gavin Stober ground up yardage after the catch all night long. The offensive line protected well and gave Rich time to hit his receivers. The defense did bend, but didn't break as they came up with several crushing defensive stands. Parkway bested the home panthers by a score of
4-1. The final tune up for the panthers will be next Friday evening at home.
8.10.19 PANTHERS BEST VW IN STRONG SHOWING
In the first scrimmage of the season, the panthers hosted the Van Wert cougars. The squads traded scores early on, but Parkway added two more for the 4-2 win. The Panther passing game looked good, hitting receivers in stride. The offensive line did a nice job of opening holes for the bullish running backs, who were beasts in the ground game. On the defensive side, Parkway gave up some yardage. But they stiffened up as the game went on, making several plays for loss of yardage. The boys hard work is showing early in the preseason with a productive outing. They will head to Paulding on Friday for the second scrimmage of the season.
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TV Ghost Hunter Amy Bruni Talks Ghostbusters All-female Cast
BY AARON SAGERS
In a paranormal event to rival the Philadelphia mass turbulence of 1947, and the Gozer the Gozerian attack on New York City in 1984, a new Ghostbusters film is arriving in theaters on July 22, 2016. And this time, the bustin' will come courtesy of a cast of four women comedians.
After an incredibly long development process, director Paul Feig confirmed the date and appeared to announce his cast of previous collaborators Melissa McCarthy (Bridesmaids, The Heat), Kristen Wiig (Bridesmaids) and Saturday Night Live castmates stars Kate McKinnon and Leslie Jones.
Although The Hollywood Reporter says the negotiations are "ongoing," this looks like a pretty done deal. Interestingly enough, both Wiig and McCarthy were two actors that original ghostbuster Bill Murray suggested for the job when asked by the Toronto Star last September (where he also suggested they all-female cast would have better outfits).
But if the female cast gets a thumbs-up from a ghostbuster, how does the idea strike a ghost hunter? I reached out to Amy Bruni, a paranormal investigator on Syfy's 10-year-old series Ghost Hunters to find out.
Debuting in 2005, Ghost Hunters introduced many reality-TV tropes surrounding the paranormal, and remains one of the most popular. Bruni retired from the show last year following six years and 112 episodes as one of the only female cast members, and is still listed as an active member of the series on its Syfy site. She has also been a longtime organizer of paranormal conventions and is the founder of the Strange Escapes event company.
Bruni joined me in the interview below to discuss what she's excited about, or concerned by, with the new cast of Ghostbusters. She also offers some advice on busting ghosts, and how to do deal with being women in a ghosty boys club.
What was your initial reaction when you heard there was going to be an all-female Ghostbusters cast?
I definitely thought it was a stunt. Then I thought about it more and realized it was perfect. There was really no way they could fill the shoes of the original cast, or re-cast them with younger actors because they were just too iconic.
Would you prefer seeing these women as characters existing in the same universe as the other Ghostbusters, or as original characters in an entirely fresh reboot?
I think what would work, and what is most believable, is if this cast is in the modern-day and that the past team still exists. Some crossover of characters would be amazing. I'd of course love to see some sort of dedication to Harold Ramis. [Ramis died Feb. 2014, and Bruni weighed in with Huffington Post with how his death impacted the paranormal community.]
What are you most excited to see from this new cast, and are you hoping for some paranormal investigative authenticity?
I think some people would be surprised to know how authentic the original Ghostbusters movies were when it came to ghostly legends and theories. It is also sort of like Star Trek in that some of the things they used actually sort of came into existence later. ("PKE" meters in Ghostbusters = our EMF meters.) I would love if they actually took some of the devices paranormal investigators use today and put them in the movie. Let's face it, things like the Spirit Box, the Ovilus, Thermal Imaging Cameras? That could all be comedy gold. We're very easy to make fun of.
As a paranormal investigator, how are women typically welcomed in the field? Is it an all boys club?
I would say the paranormal field strongly skews female. When you attend a paranormal convention, you've usually got 75 percent ladies to 25 percent men -- keep that in mind, all you single paranormal enthusiasts! However, on television, the field is strongly represented by men and frankly, it's just not accurate.
In the years since the first Ghostbusters, there have been a lot of paranormal reality shows about ghosts -- with your show arguably being the most successful one. Would you like to see that genre reflected in the movie?
I feel they have to address the paranormal reality craze because it has become such a game changer in the field. I would love to poke fun at the TV investigator versus the die-hard old-school investigators. And they can poke fun at our equipment, or the fact that we pretty much never find ghosts. Like I said, we're easily mocked and if you're going to embrace the paranormal field, you sort of have to be ready to be made fun of. A lot.
Are there any changes you'd like to see made to iconic Ghostbusters imagery or, conversely, anything you fear (like pink jumpsuits)?
I love the Ghostbusters imagery. One of the first teams I was on actually used an old ambulance as our gear truck -- mostly because it worked so well for storing everything. I'm sure the jumpsuits will get a bit of an update. I hope not pink! I mean, if we wanted to really mock the paranormal community, they could get matching t-shirts with a team acronym on them, right? [Bruni's investigative team on Ghost Hunters was The Atlantic Paranormal Society, or T.A.P.S.]
Do you know the work of these actors, and if so, what makes them suited for paranormal investigation?
I'm a huge Kristen Wiig fan and seeing her name is what really sold me on this idea. She has a dry comedic style that I think will work great. Also, if any of these ladies need to consult with a real life female paranormal investigator, I'm just saying, but I'm available!
What advice would you give to the women of Ghostbusters about entering the field of the paranormal?
Ladies, you've got big shoes to fill. Dan Aykroyd and Harold Ramis wrote the original Ghostbusters because Aykroyd has deep knowledge and respect for the paranormal, and it shows in the final product. Do your homework and joke about us, but get to know the reasons and theories behind our crazy hobby. I look forward to watching!
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Psychoactive Orchids
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Vanda tessellata / roxburghii: This orchid is in medical use in Westbengal, India and Burma. When bees sip nectar from the flower, they crash down narcotized. Ayurvedic shamans use the flowers in a decoction, to put their patients in a hypnotic narcosis. The flowers are also used as aphrodisiac which is already clinically tested. The plant contains heptacosane, octacosanol, alkaloids, glycosides among others. The action is based on a stimulation of cholinergic neurons. Dose: 5-10g root (dried). Oncidium cebolleta- flower: (syn. Oncidium longifolium) Used by the tarahumara in Mexico als Peyote- substitute. There were found phenanthrene- alkaloids. Epipactis helleborine- flowers: Wasps are intoxicating themselfes with the nectar, become sluggish and crash down. The nectar contains the strongest opiate found in nature, oxycodone (not the strongest opioid because there are more potent peptides in the secretion of the frog Phyllomedusa bicolor). In the nectar there was found alcohol, indol-alcaloids and methoxyeugenol too. Cypripedium pubescens- root (cultivated): An orchid, which has become rare in nature, it is conservated. The north-american indians use the root to balance nerve-tensions and to counteract anxiety. In the dried tuber were found essential oils, resins, glycosides and tannines. It acts as a sedative, antidepressant, hypnotic and spasmolytic. High doses can be hallucinogenic. A normal dose can be 2-4g of the dried tubers. Gastrodia elata: An orchid which live parasitically on the fungus Armillaria mellea, which is on his part an parasite on trees. The tuber of the orchid is used in the traditional chinese medicine because of sedative, aphrodisiac and mentally strengthening actions. It has also anticonvulsant, antiinflammatory, neuroprotective and antidepressive actions. There was found the anxiolytic phenol gastrodin. Together with 4-hydroxybenzaldehyde it inhibits the breakdown of GABA. The plant has also action of glutamate-receptors. Dendrobium nobile- hybrid: It contains terpenalkaloids like nobilin and others. There are new reports on a psychoactive action like Cannabis from this orchid (with munchies, narcotic components,...): http://psychotropico...drobium-nobile/ But: Dendrobine is a GABA-antagonist. Dendrobium loddigesii- Stengel aus einer TCM-Apotheke: Dendrobium- species contain dendrophenol and also phenanthrenes. Both Dendrobiums are called "shi hu" in TCM. There are many reports of the aphrodisiac action. Dendrobium teretifolium is used as analgetic. Anoectochilus formosanus: contains GHB-like substances (4-hydroxybutanoic acids): http://www.ncbi.nlm....pubmed/18404313 It is a small decorative orchid from Taiwan, which is used because of liver-tonic, immunstimulating, antioxydative,... actions and is called "King Medicine". Bletilla striata: is described in China, Tibet and Mongolia as euphoriant, blood-purifying and blood-clotting. Cymbidium ensifolium: The intoxicating fragrance was inhaled by the japanese empress. Eulophia cucullata: Used in Africa as antiepileptic Goodyera schlechtendaliana: Sedative and anticonvulsant because of its goodyerin- content. It also contains the "GHB- glycoside" goodyeroside B. Jumellea fragrans syn. Angraecum fragrans: In Mauritius there is made a sedative tea from this plant. Tridactyle tricuspis: In Afrika used against madness Ghost-orchid (Polyrhiza lindenii): Used psychoactive in the film "Adaptation".
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The curious case of the closed access data set in the open access journal
Posted on November 13, 2013 by Randy Olson Posted in open science, philosophy
Earlier this year, I ran across a news article that got me really excited in the science-nerdy kind of way. The article talked about how we could measure how happy the people in each U.S. state are just by looking at geotagged tweets. They even linked to a shwanky web app that the researchers had put together showing the “average happiness” of the U.S. since 2009. I have a penchant for playing around with social network data, so I was ecstatic when I saw that the authors had published the corresponding article in PLoS ONE (two articles, in fact).
That means I could easily get my hands on the raw data set, right?
I received a response to my raw data request a week later saying that they couldn’t share the raw Twitter data. They’re absolutely right, of course. It says it right there in the Twitter API usage terms.
Twitter has made it clear time and again that they don’t want Twitter content being stored outside of Twitter, and they especially don’t want people sharing that Twitter data if it is stored external to Twitter. Basically: If you want Twitter data, you have to go to them and access it through the Twitter API yourself. Here’s a couple clauses in the Twitter API usage terms that make it difficult to use for research:
You shall not use Twitter Content or other data collected from end users to create or maintain a separate status update or social network database or service.
You will not attempt or encourage others to use or access the Twitter API to aggregate, cache (except as part of a Tweet), or store place and other geographic location information contained in Twitter Content.
The problem is: That restriction directly contradicts PLoS ONE’s rules about sharing data. In fact, it’s bolded right there on the web site:
PLoS ONE will not consider a study if the conclusions depend solely on the analysis of proprietary data.
PLoS ONE’s stance on proprietary data makes sense. After all, one of the major reasons PLoS was founded was to make research easily accessible and reproducible — and that entails sharing the raw data underlying every study.
So, what can be done about this curious case of the closed access data set in the open access journal?
Does this mean researchers using Twitter data can’t publish in open access journals?
Does this render Twitter an inviable platform to study social networks, if the ultimate goal is to publish the study open access?
I don’t really have any answers, and the folks at PLoS ONE have been pondering it since June.
Update (11/17/2013) — possible solution?
After a brief email conversation with Jonathan Eisen (partially shown here in the comments), we reached a couple possible solutions:
Jonathan Eisen
… I think the only way I would ponder allowing something to be published would be if the full workflow for ALL analyses of said data was released so that at least people could examine and try to use the workflow themselves. If not, I don’t like it.
Randy Olson
The authors explained their method in the paper. However, a critical component of replicating the study is accessing Twitter to get the tweets from 2011 that they actually used for the study, which by now is extremely difficult if not impossible. (By default, the Twitter API only accesses recent tweets.) IMO, that makes the study irreproducible.
Some possible solutions given Twitter’s data sharing restrictions:
1) If researchers could denote which tweets they used in a study (e.g. with a list of tweet IDs) and Twitter allowed the mining of specific tweet IDs, then the study is semi-reproducible. The person replicating the experiment still has to mine all 10,000,000 tweets, which is a significant burden, but at least it’s possible to access the same data used in the study again.
2) If Twitter could allow researchers to register a set of tweets in Twitter with a key name (e.g., “geo-happiness-plos-one-2013-tweets”), then researchers reproducing the study could contact Twitter and ask for the set of tweets with that key name. That of course places a burden on Twitter to organize tweets in a certain way, which I doubt they will do (unless there’s $$$ in it).
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7 comments on “The curious case of the closed access data set in the open access journal”
Dr24Hours says:
I’ve published in PLoS One, and my paper had *some* data I can’t share because it has protected health information. Open data needs to consider consent.
While twitter is public, consent to have your tweets published as part of a research study seems like a different thing.
Randy Olson says:
+1. I think it’s perfectly fine to exclude personally identifying information, especially in the case of health-related data. However, that doesn’t prevent the sharing of the data in an anonymized format. Just assign each person a random ID # and that should be fine to publish, right?
Jonathan Eisen says:
I think that there are cases where privacy issues might limit what data one should / would be allowed to reshare. This is quite common in certain social sciences for example. And some medical sciences. And it makes sense that some pieces of information should be held back. But then how can one make an analysis of such information “science” and reproducible in some way? I think a solution would be to require full publication of an entire workflow relating to how the information was gathered and processed to allow as best as possible others to assess what one did. And one would / should have some process by which others can access the information to reanalyze it even if it is kept “closed”. I am pretty sure there are systems for this in the social sciences …
Jonathan Jacobs (@bioinformer) says:
It s simple really – either PloS One needs to change their policy or the paper should be retracted and republished in a closed access journal.
The latter was my initial reaction as well. However, that means that all studies based on restricted data can’t be published in open access journals like PLoS ONE. Do we really want to force these authors to send their papers to closed access journals, where the entire study is behind a paywall there?
mrgunn (@mrgunn) says:
I think this gets at what we mean by reproducibility. If you’re looking to redo the analysis to see if the analytical technique or code works in your hands, that’s one thing. If you’re looking to see if their result about inferring happiness is more generally true, then you’d want to re-run the analysis in a set of tweets collected today to see if you can make the same determinations.
I won’t argue against open data and I agree it seems to clash with the journal’s policy, but I do think the second case is a more meaningful way to replicate the result.
Ethan White (@ethanwhite) says:
Great post Randy. This is definitely an important issue and it goes far beyond Twitter data. Even a lot of really great core ecological datasets have restrictions on access and redistributing. For example, eBird, the Christmas Bird Count data collected by the Audubon Society, and the North American Butterfly Count data collected by the North American Butterfly Association, are all not available for public download and all have non-redistribution clauses if you negotiate for access to this data. This is of course a huge issue for reproducibility and one that we should work on improving through dialogue with the data providers, but should we really not use these amazing datasets to do science in otherwise open ways? It’s a hard question.
Our solution to this has been along the lines of what Jonathan Eisen proposes, but with the addition of using as much open data as possible in addition to the closed data. The some code runs all of the datasets so the analysis of the open data is fully replicable with raw data provided. We then add the first reasonable intermediate data product that doesn’t violate the non-redistribution clause for the closed data so that analysis from that point can be replicated for the closed data. See, e.g., https://github.com/weecology/white-etal-2012-ecology. This is far from perfect, but it’s the best middle ground I’ve found for working with cool closed data.
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but beyond the visuals, it was not too hot.
that's what the wimmin usually say when referring to me. :-s
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Just rented "Chris Rock: Never Scared"
Once again, his stand-up never lets me down.
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Kinda redundant, but I Heart Huckabees was great. Clever, funny and just plain weird. good stuff.
Ray was also pretty good, but damned depressing. Apparently, Ray Charles wasn't the nicest guy in the world. Talented as fuck, but quite a dick. If you don't mind a downer of movie, go for it. I enjoyed it.
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Finally rented The Dreamers. Fantastic job of re-creating Paris in 1968. Better job re-creating what some might have actually been experiencing. Interesting story line and antics, but a great flick. Loved the tunes throughout as well.
I think many on these Boards would like it.
Watched Without A Paddle on PPV last night. Some really funny bits, but kinda predictable, and had some hackeneyed dialogue. Which was weird, because the funny bits were REALLY funny. I'm guessing the writers can write comedy, but nothing else. Worth a rental.
We got "My First Mister" at the library and watched it last night. I kinda' wrote it off as a teen/goth angst movie, but every scene peeled back a new layer of depth to the characters and their relationships. I have to say, it's probably one of the best movies I've seen in awhile. Brilliantly filmed and acted.
I also watched the new "Resident Evil" movie. It was o.k. for some cool action, but not as good as the first one for creepiness.
And saw the first half of "Eurotrip", which had me laughing my ass off. I got interrupted before I could watch the whole thing, so don't tell me how it ends.
Whatever you do, do not go to the UK and spend £24.00 ON A 4-DVD set of every Pink Panther cartoon from the 60's and 70's, perhaps believing that owning such an item will magically transform you back to the Sunday teatimes of your younger carefree years. Inevitably, when you start to watch said cartoons they will appear FAR less appealing than you remember and you will end up wondering just why the fuck you wasted your money.
We watched American Splendor this weekend. I really enjoyed it. It's about an underground comic book writer.
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I love that movie. I tend to watch any time I come across it on HBO. I love the part where they're home from their first date and they're getting ready to make out and she has to puke, sying the "Yuppie food" did her in.
Have you guys seen "Crumb"? It's a documentary on R. Crumb, the guy in "American Splendor" who did the art work for Harvey's comic.
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Crumb is very interesting! We caught in on IFC I think.
Crumb is just creepy. I had to shower after that movie.
I liked American Splendor, but it seemed like it could've been more... funny. I guess Harvey Pekar just isn't that funny. I remember all his appearances on "Letterman", and I didn't really think he was that funny then either.
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I didn't find it creepy at all. I dig stories about people who are basically outcast from society and then wind up succeeding at doing their own thing.
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Just finished watching the Manchurian Candidate remake. It was good, but not nearly as neatly directed as the original. The changes to the storyline were excellent and it stands good by itself without comparison to the original. Both are good in their own ways even though they share a similiar premise.
We got Being John Malkovich from Netflix. It is now in my list of top five worst movies I've ever seen.
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Nathan Pearl Hinshaw
6...... William Hinshaw (1724-1814) m Sarah Courtney (1730-c1768)
7....... Thomas Hinshaw (1757-1825) m Rebecca Marshill (1762-1836)
8........ Simon Hinshaw (1785-1852) m Rebecca Hobson (1784-1855)
9......... Nathan Hinshaw (1831-1895) m Nancy Jane (Baty) Slingloff (1853-1914)
10.......... Nathan Pearl Hinshaw (1888-1962)
+Eva Almira Barnhart (1893-1979)
11........... Myrtle Temperance Hinshaw (1914-1962) 1,2,3,4,5
11........... George Nathan Hinshaw (1916-1986) 1,2,3,4,6,7,8
11........... Evelyn Pearle Hinshaw (1917-1931) 1,2,3,4,9
Nathan Pearl Hinshaw [ID 00472] Click here to switch to Ancestror Tree view:
Nathan Pearl Hinshaw2,6,7,10,11,12,13 [Pearl Hinshaw6,7].
Born Oct 11 1888, Anchor, McLean County, Illinois.1,2,3,4,6,8,10,11,12,13,14
Pearl lived in Bellflower, Illinois.6,10
He married Eva Almira Barnhart2,15, Jun 18 19132,15 [Apr 14 19131], Bloomington, McLean County, Illinois2,15. Eva, daughter of William Douglas Barnhart & Myrtle Mae Bradbury, was born Jun 11 1893, North Loup, Valley County, Nebraska.2,3,4,8,11,16
On Jun 5 1917 Nathan Pearl Hinshaw, age 28, registered for the World War I draft in McLean County, Illinois. He declared he was born Oct 11 1888 in Anchor, Illinois, and was then residing in Bellflower, Illinois, married with a wife and two children, occupied as a clerk employed by B.F. Hinshaw of Bellflower. No previous military experience. He was recorded as medium height, slim, brown eyes, brown hair.12
Nathan and family were shown in the 1920 census (Jan 22 1920), Bellflower, McLean County, Illinois:3
Hinshaw, Nathan P., head-of-household, age 31, born in Illinois; father born in Pennsylvania [sic]; mother born in Illinois; owned home; occupation: carpenter, house.
Hinshaw, Eva, wife, age 27, born in Nebraska; parents born in Illinois.
Hinshaw, Myrtle, daughter, age 5, born in Illinois; father born in Illinois; mother born in Nebraska.
Hinshaw, George, son, age 3, born in Illinois; father born in Illinois; mother born in Nebraska.
Hinshaw, Evelyn, daughter, age 2, born in Illinois; father born in Illinois; mother born in Nebraska.
Hinshaw, Benjamin F., brother, age 32, born in Illinois; father born in Pennsylvania [sic]; mother born in Illinois; single; occupation: laborer.
Nathan and family were shown in the 1930 census (Apr 4 1930), Bellflower, McLean County, Illinois:4
Hinshaw, Nathan P, head-of-household, age 41, born in Illinois; parents born in Illinois; first married at age 25; owned home ($2500 value); no radio in home; occupation: carpenter, house builder; not a veteran.
Hinshaw, Eva A, wife, age 36, born in Nebraska; parents born in Illinois; first married at age 20.
Hinshaw, Myrtle F, daughter, age 15, born in Illinois; father born in Illinois; mother born in Nebraska; attended school.
Hinshaw, George N, son, age 14, born in Illinois; father born in Illinois; mother born in Nebraska; attended school.
Hinshaw, Evelyn P, daughter, age 12, born in Illinois; father born in Illinois; mother born in Nebraska; attended school.
Hinshaw, Benjamin F, brother, age 42, born in Illinois; father born in Illinois; mother born in Nebraska [sic]; single; occupation: laborer, gas station; World War I veteran.
Nathan and family were shown in the 1940 census (Apr 29 1940), Bellflower, McLean County, Illinois:8
Hinshaw, Nathan, head-of-household, age 51, born in Illinois; completed 8th grade; on Apr 1 1935 was living in the same house; owned home ($2500 value); occupation: carpenter, building construction; worked 30 weeks in 1939; $570 wages in 1939.
Hinshaw, Eva, wife, age 46, born in Nebraska; completed 8th grade; on Apr 1 1935 was living in the same house.
Hinshaw, George, son, age 23, born in Illinois; completed 4 years of high school; on Apr 1 1935 was living in the same house; occupation: farm work, private family; worked 20 weeks in 1939; $100 wages in 1939.
Hinshaw, Frank, brother, age 52, born in Illinois; completed 8th grade; on Apr 1 1935 was living in the same house; single; $0 wages in 1939, plus other income.
On Apr 27 1942 Nathan P. Hinshaw, age 58, registered for the World War I draft in Bloomington, McLean County, Illinois. He declared he was born Oct 11 1888 in Anchor, Illinois, and was then residing in Bellflower, Illinois, employed by Lawson Bros. of Bellflower. He declared his relative/contact was B.F. Hinshaw of Bellflower. He was recorded as 5'10" tall, 165 lbs., brown eyes, gray hair, light complexion. The registrar signing the registration was B.F. Hinshaw.14
Nathan Pearl Hinshaw died Jul 29 1962, Gibson City, Ford County, Illinois; buried Aug 1 1962, Bellflower Cemetery, 3850 East Road, Bellflower, McLean County, Illinois.2,11,13
Eva died Sep 7 1979, Sullivan, Moultrie County, Illinois; buried Sep 11 1979, Bellflower Cemetery, 3850 East Road, Bellflower, McLean County, Illinois.2,11,16
Photo: Nathan Pearl Hinshaw World War I draft registration card 12
Photo: Nathan Pearl Hinshaw World War II draft registration card 14
Photo: Nathan Pearl Hinshaw & Eva Almira Barnhart gravestone Bellflower Cemetery 13,16
Social Security information for Nathan Pearl Hinshaw: 343-10-1458
Social Security information for Eva Almira Barnhart: 322-56-1916
"Hinshaw Family": a collection of family group sheets by Edna Harvey Joseph; LDS FHL microfilm #1572018 items 8-10 and #1572019 items 1-4
RootsWeb WorldConnect GEDCOM from Carolyn Worthington ().
1920 census, Bellflower, McLean County, Illinois; roll T625-386, ED 87, page 1A, line #1, dwelling #1, family #1.
1930 census, Bellflower, McLean County, Illinois; roll T626-535, ED 6, page 3B, line #92, dwelling #84, family #87.
RootsWeb WorldConnect data by Carolyn Worthington ().
Family group sheets and newspaper clippings contributed by Bill Hewitt ().
Biographical sketch of Nathan Hinshaw.
1940 census, Bellflower, McLean County, Illinois; roll T627-841, ED 57-6, page 4B, line #74, household #98.
Evelyn Pearle Hinshaw death record.
U.S., World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918; http://www.ancestry.com.
http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GRid=21591268.
U.S., World War II Draft Registration Cards, 1942; http://www.ancestry.com.
Ancestry Family Tree data "WBT FAMILY TREE" posted by "wbterrien".
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You are here: Home News Archaeo-acoustics in the South of England by SBRG research group
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Archaeo-acoustics in the South of England by SBRG research group
TAG: electromagnetic waves, ultrasounds, archaeo-acoustics, SBRG, SB Research Group
As part of our research into archaeoacoustics, and electromagnetic phenomena at ancient archaeological sites, some members of SBRG, traveled to the South of England in May 2012.
Here we examined two Neolithic archaeological sites; The Kings Men Stone Circle (Rollright Stones) and Wayland's Smithy long barrow, looking for resonance and ultrasounds in the presence of special conditions withinin these ancient structures.
Fig.1 - The site of The Kings Men Stone Circle (Rollright Stones) an old print and how it is today
Fig.2 - We have placed our equipment in different positions inside the stone circle, using the same protocol established in Bosnia
Fig.3 - The most powerful ultrasound effect was found at sunrise in the center of the stone circle
Fig.4 - The tool used to capture ultrasounds was the Aquarian H2a-XLR Hydrophones and Marantz PMD661 digital recorder
Fig.5 - Our new expert of English language, Nina Earl, felt perfectly the vibration from the megaliths when hit by sunlight. This vibration can be felt at sunrise, by placing the hand on the surface of larger megaliths
Fig.6 - At the same time, the researcher and archaeological photographer Adam Stanford (http://www.aerial-cam.co.uk ) was performing overhead photographs of the megalithic circle. Here's a great picture taken from his computer which shows perfectly the entire circle
Fig.7 - Around us the beautiful English countryside with its rape seed oil crops
The resonance of Wayland's Smithy proved particularly sensitive to the human male voice timbre however, it did not appear to resonate from the vibrations induced by musical instruments.
This confirmed what has already been reported in studeis from the1990’s by the PEAR research group of University of Princerton (USA).
Fig.8 - The elongated shape of the megalith site of Wayland's Smithy. The resonance chamber is located at the base on southern side
Fig.9 - The entrance to the resonance chamber on the South side
Fig.10 - The resonance chamber at South side of this structure. This structure has a central chamber and two lateral. The greatest effect can be found at the center of the central chamber
Fig.11 - We applied the usual rigid protocols for recording; the recorder was placed outside the chamber and the microphones were placed inside
Fig. 12 - Before using the human voice we attempted to solicit the system resonance using percussion instruments such as gongs and singing bells, but without success. The resonance is only activated by the voice
The Kings Men Stone Circle at dawn seemed to produce ultrasonic frequencies very similar to those already found in Bosnia with the Bosnian pyramids.
The working hypothesis is that some sacred sites have been built in some areas in relation to these natural phenomena. It is not understood if neolithic people came to know this only through hearing or by using primitive tools. At other ancient sites (Wayland's Smithy). sites, there is clearly a desire to produce resonance during prayer or sacred songs that can alter the state of consciousness of those present at the ceremony.
Fig.13 - The entire structure Neolithic of Wayland's Smithy, situated along the ancient Ridgeway close to Uffington White Horse in the English countryside
Our archaeoacoustics research will continue along this line looking at the affect of other archaeological sites in Europe.
Paolo Debertolis - August 2, 2012
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The Internet Gullibility Virus
WARNING, CAUTION, DANGER, AND BEWARE!
Gullibility Virus Spreading over the Internet!
WASHINGTON, D.C.--The Institute for the Investigation of Irregular Internet Phenomena announced today that many Internet users are becoming infected by a new virus that causes them to believe without question every groundless story, legend, and dire warning that shows up in their inbox or on their browser. The Gullibility Virus, as it is called, apparently makes people believe and forward copies of silly hoaxes relating to cookie recipes, email viruses, taxes on modems, and get-rich-quick schemes.
"These are not just readers of tabloids or people who buy lottery tickets based on fortune cookie numbers," a spokesman said. "Most are otherwise normal people, who would laugh at the same stories if told to them by a stranger on a street corner." However, once these same people become infected with the Gullibility Virus, they believe anything they read on the Internet.
"My immunity to tall tales and bizarre claims is all gone," reported one weeping victim. "I believe every warning message and sick child story my friends forward to me, even though most of the messages are anonymous."
Another victim, now in remission, added, "When I first heard about Good Times, I just accepted it without question. After all, there were dozens of other recipients on the mail header, so I thought the virus must be true." It was a long time, the victim said, before she could stand up at a Hoaxees Anonymous meeting and state, "My name is Jane, and I've been hoaxed." Now, however, she is spreading the word. "Challenge and check whatever you read," she says.
Internet users are urged to examine themselves for symptoms of the virus, which include the following:
The willingness to believe improbable stories without thinking. The urge to forward multiple copies of such stories to others. A lack of desire to take three minutes to check to see if a story is true.
T. C. is an example of someone recently infected. He told one reporter, "I read on the Net that the major ingredient in almost all shampoos makes your hair fall out, so I've stopped using shampoo." When told about the Gullibility Virus, T. C. said he would stop reading email, so that he would not become infected.
Anyone with symptoms like these is urged to seek help immediately. Experts recommend that at the first feelings of gullibility, Internet users rush to their favorite search engine and look up the item tempting them to thoughtless credence. Most hoaxes, legends, and tall tales have been widely discussed and exposed by the Internet community.
Courses in critical thinking are also widely available, and there is online help from many sources, including:
Department of Energy Computer Incident Advisory Capability
Symantec Anti Virus Research Center
Network Associates Virus Hoax List
The Urban Legends Web Site
Urban Legends Reference Pages
Datafellows Hoax Warnings
Those people who are still symptom free can help inoculate themselves against the Gullibility Virus by reading some good material on evaluating sources, such as:
Evaluating Internet Research Sources
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Bibliography on Evaluating Internet Resources
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I know this guy whose neighbor, a young man, was home recovering from having been served a rat in his bucket of Kentucky Fried Chicken. He had just finished watching that true-story movie where someone lets a little alligator go in the sewers of New York and it grows up to eat half the city. So anyway, he went to sleep and when he awoke he was in his bathtub and it was full of ice and he was sore all over.
When he got out of the tub he realized that HIS KIDNEYS HAD BEEN STOLEN and he saw a note on his mirror that said "Call 911!" But he was afraid to use his phone because it was connected to his computer, and there was a virus on his computer that would destroy his hard drive if he opened an e-mail entitled "Join the crew!" He knew it wasn't a hoax because he himself was a computer programmer who was working on software to save us from Armageddon when the year 2000 rolls around. His program will prevent a global disaster in which all the computers get together and distribute the $600 Nieman Marcus cookie recipe under the leadership of Bill Gates. (It's true-I read it all last week in a mass e-mail from BILL GATES HIMSELF, who was also promising me a free Disneyworld vacation and $5,000 if I would forward the e-mail to everyone I know.)
The poor man then tried to call 911from a pay phone to report his missing kidneys, but reaching into the coin-return slot he got jabbed with an HIV-infected needle around which was wrapped a note that said, "Welcome to the world of AIDS."
He tried to hail a pizza-delivery driver, but the driver didn't see him because he was too busy masterbating on the pizza he was delivering.
Luckily he was only a few blocks from the hospital-the one, actually, where that little boy who is dying of cancer is, the one whose last wish is for everyone in the world to send him an e-mail and the American Cancer Society has agreed to pay him a nickel for every e-mail he receives. I sent him two e- mails and one of them was a bunch of x's and o's in the shape of an angel (if you get it and forward it to twenty people you will have good luck but ten people you will only have ok luck and if you send it to less than ten people you will have BAD LUCK FOR SEVEN YEARS).
So anyway the poor guy tried to drive himself to the hospital, but on the way he noticed another car driving along without his lights on. To be helpful, he flashed his lights at him and was promptly shot as part of a gang initiation.
And it's a little-known fact that the Y1K problem caused the Dark Ages.
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Mayor of Sarajevo invited Citizens to celebrate together in Bascarsija
The capital of BiH is celebrating 555 years since its foundation, 72 years of liberation from fascism and 25 years since the beginning of the longest siege of a city after World War II on the 6th of April. Together with its brother cities, Sarajevo will celebrate this day with a number of cultural and sports events and festive session.
Delegations from Budapest, Zagreb, Dubrovnik, Pula, Novi Pazar and the Municipality of Fatih from Istanbul and from cities of Zenica, Brcko, Mostar, and Zvornik will attend the ceremony and, together with representatives of the City of Sarajevo, lay flowers and pay tribute to the martyrs and veterans of Sarajevo.
Mayor of Sarajevo Abdulah Skaka said that the city prepared a rich program for marking the 6th of April this year and that the celebration symbolically started yesterday morning when the representatives of the Government of CS and PUC Park and Rad started with the activity of cleaning the city.
“I want to invite all citizens to join us and to spend this day together solemnly and be hosts to all guests that are arriving. The city of Sarajevo, according to the international and regional media, is one of the top destinations this year,” said Mayor Skaka.
Birthday of our capital city will be marked with an exhibition of the gallery Collegium Artisticum in the organization of the Association of Visual Artists of BiH, as well as an exhibition in the Memorial Park Vraca, in the organization of the Historical Museum of BiH.
The special cultural event “Coffee with the Mayor” will be held on the 6th of April at 12:00 o’clock in Bascarsija, and representatives of the city invited all citizens to attend this gathering.
In the House of the Armed Forces will be held the 6th Sarajevo Guitar Fest, and the celebration will be completed with a party outdoors “I love Sarajevo” which will be held in front of BBI center.
The Committee for awarding the 6th April Award, chaired by Velija Katica, decided to give awards to Association Fama-Metodologija in the field of science and education, Dino Merlin in the field of culture and art and the Association for the protection of historical value Haber for their contribution in other areas. The decisions were taken unanimously. Awarding ceremony of 6th April Awards as well as Awards for the honorary citizen of Sarajevo Edmond Offerman will take place within the official part of the program.
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Note: The Union Jack is displayed in the horizontal position, in other versions hereafter, it is displayed vertically.
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Note: No description of the components of the Coat of Arms is made in the Gazette. This description follows the form of others from later time periods. In this version the shape of the shield has changed and the Union Jack is hung vertically.
The shield of the Coat of Arms is divided into three sections by a vertical line and an inverted V. The base section represents a ship in full sail on waves of the sea representing the mode of transport of exports. The upper left sections features the British Union Jack and the upper right tools of the logging industry which are difficult to see but could be the four tools used on later flags including a squaring axe, paddle, beating axe and saw. Supporting the shield are two woodcutters, the one on the left holding a squaring axe over his shoulder in his left hand, and the one on the right holding a paddle over his shoulder in his left hand. Above the shield rises a mahogany tree with two sections of leaves. Below the shield is the motto scroll "Sub Umbra Florero" latin meaning, "Under the shade I flourish." The loggers stand on a base of solid base of wood, possibly the wooden base stood on by woodcutters as they felled the large trees above the roots.
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Motto Sub Umbra Floreo underneath shield
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The Honduras Almanack for 1829
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View in the town of Belize...taken from Fort George...view across harbor from fort with cannon, showing in foreground soldiers of 1st West India Regiment.
Note: The initials T O appear above the mahogany tree. The motto Sub Ubra Floreo is misspelled and should read Sub Umbra Floreo.
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The shield of the Coat of Arms is divided into three sections by a vertical line and an inverted V. The base section represents a ship in full sail on waves of the sea. The two upper sections show tools of the timber industry in Belize: a saw and a squaring axe in the right section and a paddle and a beating axe in the left section. Supporting the shield are two woodcutters, the one on the right holding a paddle over his shoulder in his left hand, and the one on the left holding a squaring axe over his shoulder in his right hand.
Above the shield rises a mahogany tree. Below the shield is the motto scroll "Sub Umbra Florero" latin meaning, "Under the shade I flourish." A wreath of 50 leaves encircles the Coat of Arms.
Official flag of British Honduras
This is a colour cigarette card with gold and silver print of British Honduras (= Belize). It shows a beautiful view of the Coat of Arms. This card was published by Abdulla in 1929. So it is 80 years OLD. The publisher’s code is 57.
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Freshman U.S. Rep. Brian Mast, R-Fla., says he's raised over $700,000 for his reelection bid in 2018, adding precious financial resources Mast will most assuredly need next year.
Mast made the announcement via email Thursday afternoon, paying special attention to a large amount of smaller donations which his team says indicates a swarth of grassroots support.
“While national Democrats desperately dump money into the 18th District with lies to undermine Brian Mast’s service to our country, people obviously aren’t buying it,” said Mast spokesman Brad Stewart. “With 92% of all donations being small dollar and a median donation of $25, it’s clearer than ever that there is broad grassroots enthusiasm for Brian’s agenda to upend the status quo in Washington and restore fiscal sanity to our country.”
Campaign contribution reports are due to the Federal Elections Commission July 15.
Democrats already have their eye on Mast, a rising star on Capitol Hill. Mast is one of 59 members of Congress the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee has announced they will target in 2018 to take back seats in the House.
So far, Mast's only current challenger for the 18th Congressional District is Democrat Pam Keith, who ran for U.S. Senate last year.
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Congress –NC claim of being secular is much farther from truth: BJP State Spokesperson Brig Anil Gupta
Not wanting to remain behind the PDP and NC who are competing with each other to prove whose workers are true Mujahideen, the Congress backed Deputy Mayor of Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) has proudly announced prefixing of his name with the word “Mujahid”. Not satisfied at that he has urged others also to follow him and start calling themselves Mujahid, stated Brig Gupta, State Spokesperson of Bharatiya Janata Party. Since there has been no condemnation from Congress, it is acknowledged that Congress has also joined the band wagon of “Jihadi Election Politics.” Accordingly, Vikramaditya Singh, Congress Candidate from Udhampur-Doda is also a Mujahid, since neither he has condemned the NC or PDP nor disowned the statement of Deputy Mayor. “Is this the secular face of Congress and NC, whose leaders are unashamedly seeking votes in the name of ‘secular forces’” questioned the spokesperson?
Elaborating further, Brig Gupta said that Congress President Rahul Gandhi, while interacting with Muslim intellectuals had proudly proclaimed that “Yes. Congress is the party of Muslims.” Congress leader Sagheer Saeed Khan in a press conference at their party Headquarters at Jammu had talked of ‘bringing a law to hang BJP leaders’ while in the same breath he had announced 1 crore cash relief and government jobs for the families of terrorists. Exploitation of minorities for their vote bank politics is the hall mark of Congress and their “appeasement policy” of the minorities at the cost of Majority and opposition to Triple Talaq Bill is nothing but communal, stated Brig Gupta.
NC which was formed as a Muslim Conference and all through has promoted only the interest of Kashmiri Muslims including the support of the concept of “Greater Kashmir”, division of Jammu province on religious lines, refuses to grant citizenship to Hindu West Pakistan refugees, opposes deportation of Rohangiyas and Bangladesh Muslims, opposes introduction of word ‘secular’ in the preamble of the State’s Constitution and is responsible for mass exodus of Kashmiri Hindus is today singing the chorus of saving nation’s secular fabric, accused Brig Gupta.
Reacting to JKPCC President GA Mir’s statement that BJP believes in divisive politics, Brig Gupta retorted that no communal riot has taken place in the country during the last five years and compare that with the earlier tenures of Congress and you will get the answer yourself. Why does Congress always seek support of the Church and Shahi Imam and local Imam’s who issue directions /fatwas to vote in favour of Congress candidate? Is it inclusive or divisive politics, Mir needs to answer, rued Brig Gupta.
Is it just a coincidence that the linguistic pattern of the Congress, its allies, and its "intellectual" cronies is getting more and more identical —dubbing BJP as communal? “Yes, BJP is communal because it demands respect for our national song, national anthem and national flag without any compromise. It opposes illegal migration of Rohangiyas and Bangladeshis. It opposes terrorism and jihadi politics. It stands like a rock against repeated attempts of the opposition to instigate communal violence,” claimed Brig Gupta.
BJP State General Secy. (Org.) Sh. Ashok Koul Addresses Party Workers at Anantnag: Follow the mantra of ‘Mera Booth Sabse Mazboot’.
Addressing the party workers of Anantnag Parliamentary Constituency at Anantnag, state General Secretary (org) Sh. Ashok Koul that Narendra Modi Govt has not ignored any section of the society and the same is clear from the fact that welfare schemes for senior citizens, Youth, farmers, poor’s etc have also been launched. P.M believes in” Sab Ka Saath Sab Ka Vikaas, Beti Bachoo Beti Padoo” as he is of the view that the country cannot progress and prosperous if all are not taken together.
Sh. Ashok Koul said "The wind is blowing in favour of the BJP, even stronger than what it was in 2014. That's why opposition parties are holding on to each other's hands to save themselves from being blown away."Sh. Ashok Koul while encouraging the party workers to follow the mantra of 'Mera Booth Sabse Mazboot' (My polling booth strongest) this is the only mantra and this is our strength .He said the BJP's biggest strength is its party workers and asked them to interact voters in their respective constituencies to ensure victory of our Anantnag Parliamentary candidate Sofi Yousuf.
#PhirEkBaarModiSarkar People have displayed their commitment to strengthen democracy in J&K : BJP National Vice President and J&K Prabhari Sh. Avinash Rai Khanna
The record polling in two Parliamentary seats in Jammu & Kashmir in first phase of the ongoing elections in the country has displayed the commitment of the voters of Jammu & Baramulla that they stand for strengthening democracy and want to defeat such forces which have been working to weaken the democratic institutions in the state.
It is a good development that Jammu recorded more than 72 percent polling and Baramulla witnessed more than 34 percent voting in first phase, said BJP National Vice-President & J&K Prabhari Avinash Rai Khanna, while expressing gratitude to the voters of both the constituencies for coming out in large number and contribute in making the polls historic.
Sh. Avinash Rai Khanna said that there was a time when people in Kashmir feared of going to polling booths because of a sense of insecurity due to boycott calls of separatists and threats from militants organizations and mere two to seven percentage votes could be polled. The Election Commission and the Stste Administration deserve appreciation that adequate security arrangement were made which made people to feel safe while going to polling booths.
Sh. Avinash Rai Khanna appealed the voters, who have to poll in remaining phases in Jammu & Kashmir, to use their right to vote in large number & strengthen democracy as it will also be a reply to such forces which have launched a false propoganda that democracy is not allowed to flourish in valley.
#PhirEkBaarModiSarkar Dr Jitendra Singh transformed Udhampur-Doda Vote for BJP will be a vote for strong, better India: BJP State General Secy Sh. Yudhvir Sethi
"The kind of development that Udhampur-Kathua-Doda Lok Sabha constituency witnessed during past five years is not only exemplary but a boon for people as it was because of liberal finding by union government and efforts of Union Minister and BJP Lok Sabha candidate from Udhampur-Kathua-Doda Parliamentary constituency Dr Jitendra Singh that entire area got better infrastructure". This was stated by BJP General Secretary Yudhvir Sethi while speaking at various meetings organised in support of Dr Jitendra Singh today. Kuldeep Raj former MLA, Vijay Sharma,Gopal Mahajan,Inderjeet, Mohan Lal,Ashwani Sharma,Rajinder Bakshi & other prominent citizens of the area were present. Yudhvir Sethi said despite multiple engagements Dr Jitendra Singh didn't leave any stone unturned to develop his constituency and ensured that Devika is cleaned, a radio station inaugurated, tunnels and bridges built besides all central schemes effectively implemented in this constituency. Yidhvir Sethi said this is for the first time in the history that a son of soil has been given important assignments in Prime Minister's office besides made in-charge of various states in addition to his departments assigned to Dr Jitendra Singh as minister. What Congress, PDP and NC clubbed together couldn't do for Kathua, Udhampur, Bhaderwah, Doda and Kishtwar Dr Jitendra Singh did that single-handily. Far-flung areas like Basantgarh, Gordi, Landhar, Ukhral, Udhampur, Chenani, Ramban, Ukhral, Pogal-Paristan and other areas saw massive development with hospitals, dispensaries and colleges coming up for people so that they don't travel miles for the facilities. He added that vote for BJP will be a vote for strong India. Seeking votes for Dr Jitendra Singh, Yudhvir Sethi asked people to read the writing on the wall that none other than BJP can ensure equitable development of country irrespective of cast, creed, region or Religion. He said bridges on Chenab, degree colleges, state of the art yoga centres roads under PMGSY besides important bridges like Keediyan-Gadhiyal Bridge, Juthana Bridge, Devika Bridge, Beini Bridge, Udhampur-Ramnagar Bridge could be built because of efforts of Dr Jitendra Singh.
#PhirEkBaarModiSarkar PM Modi to address massive rally at Kathua on April 14
Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi will address a massive rally at Kathua on April 14, this was informed by Bharatiya Janata Party State President Sh. Ravinder Raina, while addressing the media persons at party headquarter, Trikuta Nagar.Sh. Ravinder Raina flanked by Former Deputy Chief Minister Kavinder Gupta and State Incharge BJP Library & Documentation Kulbhushan Mohtra thanked the public of Jammu and Kashmir for their massive turnout in the 1st phase of general elections 2019. Ravinder Raina, said that the massive turnout in all the regions, tells the story of faith which public has developed for the democratic process by relentless efforts of Modi ji. He congratulated the public of J&K for bumper voting in the Jammu-Poonch and Baramullah-Kupwara Parliament seats in the 1st phase.Voting of over 70 % symbolizes the energy level of voters to strengthen democracy in the Nation. Voters of Gandhi Nagar, Jammu East, Jammu West, RS Pura, Suchetgarh, Bishnah, Vijaypur, Samba, Raipur Domana, Nagrota, Marh, Akhnoor, Nowshera, Kalakote, Sunderbani, Mendhar, Darhal, Rajouri, Surankote, Poonch, Kupwara, Lolab, Handwara, Karnah, Uri, Gurej, Baramullah, Gulmarg and all the other areas are to be congratulated for their effort in choosing the fate of the Nation, Raina said. Sh. Ravinder Raina, said that by this voting, people have rejected bullet and selected ballot. They have braved boycott and threat calls and we salute the public of J&K for contributing in the process of democracy.With bumper voting, public ensures prevalence of peace, prosperity and progress in J&K. On 18th April, Udhampur-Doda seat will also witness bumper voting, Sh. Ravinder Raina claimed.Sh. Ravinder Raina, also informed that the Modiji will spare valuable time out of hectic election schedule to address a public rally at Kathua on our request. Modiji will address a massively attended public rally on 14th of April, morning 10:00 am at Kathua stadium in the heart of city. Around 2 lakh people from Kathua, Hiranagar, Bani, Billawar, Basohli, Ramnagar and all the surrounding areas will throng the venue to listen to the speech of Modi ji. We invite the people to listen to the golden words of our charismatic Prime Minister. Raina, said that led by the example of hard working Modiji, our MP Dr. Jatinder Singh (Union MoS in PMO) supported by our dedicated MLAs have done many developmental works and the voters of Udhampur-Doda Parliament Constituency will vote heavily for Dr. Jitendra Singh on April 18.Sh. Ravinder Raina, also claimed that Congress has been completely washed out in this phase along with other political parties and BJP is going to win Jammu-Poonch Parliament seat with approximate margin of 5 lakh votes. In this phase Congress fell short of Polling agents in polling booths. People have rejected Congress for its policies, its Manifesto, which speaks against Indian Army and National interests. Congress has supported separatists, Pakistan & terrorists, insulted Maharaja Hari Singh and the Nationalist public will teach lesson to Congress, NC, PDP in Udhampur-Doda and all the other Parliament seats.
#PhirEkBaarModiSarkar BJP State President Sh. Ravinder Raina review the preparations for PM’s Kathua rally
BJP State President Sh. Ravinder Raina on Friday Visited Kathua and reviewed the preparations for the Upcoming election rally of PM Narinder Modi ji to be held on 14th of April on this Sunday at 10 am.
Raina held a meeting with party workers at Kathua Stadium where Prime Minister will address the mega election rally on this Sunday.Raina was accompanied by BJP State Vice President Pawan Khajuria, State General Secretary Yudhvir Sethi, BJYM State General Secretary Arun Dev Singh Jamwal, and the meeting was attended by BJP District President Prem Dogra, Raghunandan Singh Bablu, Gopal Mahajan, Adv.Vijay Sharma, Naresh Sharma, Ex MLA Charanjeet Singh Rekha Devi, Indu Rekha, Rajesh Mehta, Inderjeet Sambyal, Damanjeet Singh, Biki Sharma, Anuj Bharti, Anirudh, Narinder Singh, Adv Vikas Kant, Pankaj Gupta and others.Speaking to the media persons Sh. Ravinder Raina said BJP Will sweep the Lok Sabha elections in Jammu and Ladakh and will strengthen its position in Kashmir Valley. He said the arrival of Hon'ble PM at Kathua on 14th April will boost the moral of coman man in Kathua and people here are eagerly waiting for their beloved Leader.
BJP State Gen Sec Sh. Narinder Raina held a series of meeting at Udhampur-Kathua -Doda parliamentary constituency
#PhirEkBaarModiSarkar BJP State Gen Sec Sh. Narinder Raina held a series of meeting at Udhampur-Kathua -Doda parliamentary constituency.
Union MoS Dr. Jitendra Singh held a series of meeting at Basholi, Ramnagar and Billawar assembly segment.
#PhirEkBaarModiSarkar BJP Contesting Candidate and sitting Lok Sabha MP Udhampur-Kathua-Doda parliamentary constituency Union MoS Dr. Jitendra Singh held a series of meeting at Basholi, Ramnagar and Billawar assembly segment.
BJP National Gen Sec Sh. Ram Madhav address a massive gathering at Udhampur
#PhirEkBaarModiSarkar BJP National Gen Sec Sh. Ram Madhav address a massive gathering at Udhampur Assembly Segment of Udhampur-Kathua -Doda parliamentary constituency.
New Initiatives in Jammu & Kashmir
Jammu & Kashmir Government has taken a number of decisions pursuant to the review meeting on 4-5 July 2018 during my visit to the state. Most significant of these is the conduct of Local Body Elections that are currently underway.Central Government is providing all possible support to the State Government for smooth conduct of these elections including deployment of Central forces in sufficient numbers.These Local Body elections will have a historic significance in many aspects. The local bodies elections in J&K will re-establish the long overdue grassroots level democracy in J&K.Urban Local Body elections are being held after 2005 and Panchayat Elections after 2011. Provision of Direct elections for Sarpanches of the Panchayats has also been restored to ensure accountability.These elections will also pave the way for making available nearly Rs. 4,335 Crs of 14th Finance Commission Central grants to the duly constituted local bodies. But for these elections, people of J&K would have been deprived of these funds meant for their welfare.Local Bodies are also being vested with significantly enhanced devolution of powers in line with best practices in the country. This will enable them to address most of the local issues in their jurisdictions.The functions and functionaries of all the 29 subjects transferred to Panchayats under the 73rd Amendment of the Constitution of India will also be transferred to the Panchayats of J&K including institutions like Primary Health Centers, Primary Schools, Aganwadi Centers to name a few.Financial Powers of Panchayats are being enhanced 10 times from Rs 10 thousand to Rs 1 Lakh for Panchayats. Similarly, from Rs 25 Thousand to Rs 2.5 Lakhs for Block Councils.Powers for “Own fund generation” are being given to Panchayats. These will include Building Permission Fee, Taxes on entertainment, advertisement, hoardings, various kinds of businesses & profession etc.Central and State Government funds will further supplement “Own funds” of the Panchayats under various schemes such as MGNERGA, PMAY, ICDS, Mid-Day meal etc. In addition to selection of eligible beneficiaries for various schemes, Panchayats will also be involved in the implementations of Key National Schemes such as National Health Mission, Samagraha Siksha, Mission for development of Horticulture, ATMA, PMKSY etcOn an average every Panchayat will now get around Rs. 50-80 Lakhs per year at its disposal for implementation of such schemes. To further strengthen the Panchayats, additional posts are being sanctioned for Accountant, Data Entry operator, Block Panchayat Inspector etc.The Leh and Kargil Autonomous Hill Development Councils (LAHDC and KAHDC) have been strengthened and empowered to become the most autonomous councils in the country to address various issues being faced by people living in the remote areas of Ladakh region.The LAHDC & KAHDC have been given more powers to levy and collect local taxes. Control has been given over functioning of various departments as well as the Government employees working for the subjects that are transferred to them.All such properties like public buildings, public roads constructed by LAHDC & KAHDC shall now belong to the council. Funds allocated to these councils from the State Budget can now be carried forward for the next year.The Panchayats in Kargil and Leh will also follow directions of these councils. Chief Executive Councillor will also be the Chairman of all Tourism Development Authorities. These Councils will also have a Deputy Chairman for better functioning.Considering the crucial role being played by the Special Police Officers in anti-militancy operations, MHA has enhanced their honorarium from existing Rs 6,000 per month to 9,000 on completion of 5 years and Rs 12,000 on completion of 15 years.MHA has approved a scheme of Rs 5.5 Lakh financial assistance to nearly 5,764 West Pakistan Refugees settled in J&K. Amounts due to the eligible beneficiaries will be transferred in their bank accounts.The State Government has designated Divisional Commissioner Jammu as the nodal officer for effective & speedy disbursement of the amount to all eligible beneficiaries.
List of BJP Candidate for Jammu Muncipal Corporation 2018
BJP Releases the first list of Candidates for Urban Local Body Election in J&KJammu:- Bharatiya Janata Party releases the first list of candidates for upcoming elections of Municipal Corporation, Municipal Councils & Municipal committees in Jammu & Kashmir. On Thursday, BJP State Election Committee headed by its State President Sh. Ravinder Raina alongwith other members including Sh. Shamsher Singh Manhas (MP) Sh. Jugal Kishore Sharma (MP) Sh. Kavinder Gupta (MLA) Sh. Sat Sharma CA (MLA) Sh. Devinder Kr. Manyal (MLA) Dr. Narinder Singh, Sh. Sunil Sharma (MLA) Sh. Yudhavir Sethi , Smt. Rajni Sethi ,and Sh.Ashok Kaul met at Jammu and after threadbare discussion, finalized the candidates for upcoming urban local bodies election in the state. Earlier, the State Election committee of BJP discussed the names of candidates with concerned MLA’s , respective district Presidents and district Parbharies before finalizing the final list . The State unit of BJP also conducted the ward wise and polling booth wise survey to select the effective candidate for this election .The BJP Local Leaders and workers from respective Municipal corporations, Municipal Councils & Municipal committees were also contested by the Party leaders before realizing the final list of candidates for ULB election in the state. The first list of candidates announced is as follows :- For 75 wards in Jammu Municipal CorporationJammu East Constituency :- Ward No Candidate’s Name 1 Smt. Purnima Sharma2 Sh. Rajinder Sikka3 Sh. Narotam Sharma4 Smt. Sunita Koul5 Sh. Gopal Gupta6 Master Akram7 Smt. Sangeeta Anand10 Sh. Anil Masoom11 Smt. Savita Anand15 Smt. Gitangli Mahajan19 Sh. Rajesh DograJammu West Constituency :- Ward No Candidate’s Name 8 Pending9 Sh. Sumit Raina12 Sh. Jeet Angral13 Sh. Isha Bharti14 Sh. Pramood Kapahi16 Pending17 Smt. Nidhi Magotra18 Sh. Dinesh Gupta24 Urvarshi Gupta25 Sh. Arun Khanna26 Sh. Parshotam Khajuria27 Smt. Madhu Gupta28 Sh. Ravi Kant29 Sh. Surinder Choudhary30 Smt. Veena Gupta31 Sh. Ayodhya Gupta32 Sh. Sat Paul Karlupia33 Sh. Chander Mohan Gupta34 Smt.Mehak Dogra35 Sh. Yash Paul Sharma (Mantoo)36 Sh. Deepak Gupta37 Smt.Sunita Gupta38 Sh. Surinder Sharma39 Sh. Parbhat Singh Jamwal40 Smt.Neelam Nargotra41 Sh. Sanjay BaruGandhi Nagar :- Ward No Candidate’s Name 20 Pending21 Smt. Priya Gupta22 Sh. Jai Deep Sharma23 Pending42 Smt. Neha Gupta43 Sh. Surjeet Singh (Pappu Choudhary )44 Sh. Ram Lal Langar45 Smt. Raj Rani46 Sh. Raj Singh Randhwa47 Smt. Shardha Kumari48 Pending49 Sh. Dilbag Singh50 Smt. Neena Gupta51 Sh. Kulbir Singh Charak52 Sh. Ajay Gupta53 Smt. Jyoti Devi54 Sh. Neeraj (Lucky Puri )55 Sh. Dalbir Singh56 Sh. Baldev Singh Billawaria57 Smt. Jyoti Sharma58 Sardarni Tirath Kour68 Sh. Anil Kumar69 Smt. Gurmeet Kour Randhawa70 Sh. Narinder Singh Bunti73 Sh. Girdhari Lal74 Mohd. RafiqRaipur Domana Ward No Candidate’s Name59 Sh. Joginder Singh Chib60 Sh. Bahadur Singh61 Sh. Surinder Bhagat62 Smt. Rekha Manhas63 Sh. Kuldeep Singh Chib64 Sh. Kapil Singh Chib65 Smt. Asha Rani66 Smt. Tripta Devi67 Sh. Suraj Padha71 Mumtaz Begham72 Sh. Mahesh Bhardwaj75 Sh. Ganesh KumarList of BJP Candidates for Municipal Committees and Municipal Councils in Jammu DivisionPoonch W.No Name of Candidate1 Smt. Vidya Devi2 Babli3 Pending4 Captain Bansi Lal5 Manjeet Kour6 Pending7 Sh. Sunil Kumar Gupta8 Amarjot Kour9 S.Gurcharan Singh10 S. Surgeet Singh11 Pending12 Sh. Naresh Kumar13 Sh. Ramesh Sharma14 Harpreet Kour15 Pending16. S. Paramjet Singh17. Rajesh SharmaSurankote W.No Name of Candidate 1 Pending2 Pending3 Azhar Manhas4 Sunita Rani5 Pending6 Pending7 Sheeraz Advocate8 Abdul Qayom Qureshi Advocate9 Mohd Shakeel10 Vinay Sudan11 Sanjay Kesar12 Pending13 PendingThanamandi W.No Name of Candidate 6 Ab. Ghani Shawl (Mandal President )13 Mohd Shakeel4 Farzana Koser3 Majid Samyal12 Mohd IshaqRajouri W.No Name of Candidate 1 Jameela Akhteo W/O Mohd Riaz 2 Pending3 Pending4 Pending5 Sh. Kuldeep Kumar6 Sh.Bharat Bhushan7 Sh. Vijay Gupta8 Naseem Akhter9 Sh. Vijay Sharma10 Sh. Rajinder Gupta11 Sh. Vikas Gupta12 Pending13 Pending14 Pending15 Yasmeen Kousar16 Pending17 Naseer HussainNowshera W.No Name of Candidate 1 Smt.Asha Devi2 Sh. Narendra Kumar Mangu3 Sh. Chaman Lal4 Sh. Mukesh Kumar5 Pending6 Anu Bhasin7 Pending8 Preeti Gupta9 Sh. Rajesh Verma10 Pending11 Pending12 Pending13 Sanjeev DuttaSunderbani W.No Name of Candidate1 Dr. Anjana2 Sh. Raj Kumar Nagi3 Sh. Sukhdev Singh4 Smt. Anuradha Gupta5 Sh. Rajinder Sharma (Pappu Shah)6 Sh. Rajinder Kumar (Raju Shah Bartan)7 Smt. Neeru Gupta8 Dr. Mohan Lal Prashar9 Sh. Ashok Kumar Kesar10 Smt. Sushma Devi11 Sh. Sanjay Kumar12 Pending13 Manoj Kumar LadiKhour W.No Name of Candidate1 Smt. Garo Devi2 Smt. Seema Devi3 Pending4 Mr. Subash Singh5 Smt. Jyoti Devi6 Sh. Deepak Singh7 Sh. Darshan Singh8 Smt. Asha Devi9 Sh. Somi Ram10 Sh. Balwan Singh11 Sh. Randeer Singh12 Sh. Chaman Lal13 Sh. Suresh KumarJourian W.No Name of Candidate 1 Smt. Mamta Kumari2 Sh. Gagan Raj3 Pending4 Romi Choudhary5 Sh. Ganga Ram6 Smt. Kiran Balla7 Sh. Mangat RamGho Manasan W.No Name of Candidate 1 Balvinder Kour2 Manhor Lal3 Rajinder Singh4 Babu Devi5 Krishan Lal6 Jatinder Singh7 Om ParkashR.S.Pura W.No Name of Candidate 1 Nitika Chopra2 Rakesh Gupta3 Kishore Sharma4 Pending5 Anju Bala6 Sunit Pusse7 Chand Chhabra8 Sat Paul Pappy9 Jagdesh Raj10 Meenu Khanna11 Naveen Bharti12 Avtar Singh13 Daya RamArnia W.No Name of Candidate1 Neena Devi2 Naresh Kumar3 Raman Kumar4 Shally Gupta5 Ravi Kumar6 Soma Devi7 Sham Lal8 Yash Paul9 Vijay Rattnam10 Romesh Kumar11 Subash Chander12 Som Dutt13 Bharat BushanBishnah W.No Name of Candidate 1 Swarno Devi2 Romesh Lal3 Pending4 Usha Rani5 Kapil Mahajan6 Harjeet Devi7 Sahil Gupta8 Gulab Raj9 Pending10 Pending11 Kamal Jeet12 Satpaul13 Jai BhartiBari Brahamana W.No Name of Candidate1 Smt. Kamlesh Rani2 Smt. Veena Gupta3 Bharti Bakshi4 Sh. Ram Ji Sharama5 Smt. Reeta Sharma6 Sh. Puran Chand7 Sh. Tarsem Thapa8 Smt. Bachno Devi9 Sh. Jeet Raj10 Sh. Bansi Lal11 Capt. Bachan Lal12 Smt. Trishla Kumari13 Sh. Dev RajRamgarh W.No Name of Candidate 1 Smt. Kanta Devi2 Sh. Sukhdev Singh3 Smt. Kamlesh Devi4 Smt. Vimla Devi5 Sh. Janak Raj6 Sh. Kanwar Pal Singh7 Sh. Faqir Chand8 Smt. Suman Devi9 Smt. Babli Devi10 Smt. Bachan Kour11 Sh. Jatinder Kumar12 Sh. Bharat Bushan13 S. Dilwar SinghVijaypur W.No Name of Candidate 1 Smt.Shashi Bala2 Sh. Ravi Kumar3 Sh. Ramesh Lal4 Sh. Swarna Majotra5 Sh. Rakesh Kumar (Kaka)6 Sh. Narotam Singh Bandral7 Smt. Kamla Devi8 Sh. Varinder Singh Slathia9 Smt. Parveen Sangral10 Sh. Bharat Bushan Gupta (Tinu Gupta)11 Sh. Ashok Kumar12 Sh. Bachan Lal13 Sh. Bodh RajKishtwar Ward No. Name of Candidate Ward No. 1 Smt. Nusrat Begum Ward No. 2 Sh. Rakesh Goswami Ward No. 3 Mohd. Aslam Ward No. 5 Sh. Surjeet Bhandari Ward No. 8 Sh. Vikas Kant Sharma Ward No. 9 Sh. Surinder Gupta Ward No. 10 Smt. Drishta Gupta Ward no. 13 Sh. Ram Rattan SharmaBatote Ward No. Name of Candidate Ward no. 1 Smt. Sonali Devi Ward no. 2 Sh. Kawal Krishan Ward no. 4 Sh. Madan Lal Ward no. 5 Smt. Rakha Sharma Ward no. 6 Sr. Ravinder SinghBanihal Ward No. Name of Candidate Ward no. 2 Mohd. Saleem Bhat Ward no. 3 Sh. Ab. Majeed Ward no. 4 Smt. Zabeena Begam Ward no. 5 Sh. Manzoor Ahmed BhatRamban Ward No. Name of Candidate Ward no. 1 Smt. Nesha Rani Ward no. 2 Sh. Azad Singh Ward no. 3 Sh. Brijesh Gupta Ward no. 4 Smt. Sunita Kumari Ward no. 5 Sh. Bashir Sheikh Ward no. 6 Pending Ward no. 7 Sh. Surinder Singh JamwalThathri Ward No. Name of Candidate Majshid Mohalla Smt. Asha Manhas Khan Mohalla Sh. Vakil Singh Mandir Mohalla Sh. Gurkesh GuptaBhaderwah Ward No. Name of Candidate Ward no. 2 Sh. Puneet Mehta Ward no. 3 Pending Ward no. 4 Smt. Savita Sharma Ward no. 5 Sh. Aqib Ramzan Ward no. 6 Sh. Ashiq Ali Ward no. 8 Sh. Nasir Hussain Ward no. 9 Mohd. Ramzan Ward no. 10 Smt. Bashara Begum Ward no. 11 Sh. Adil Hussain Ward no. 12 Sh. Farooq Ahmed Ward no. 13 Sh. Kamal SinghDoda Ward No. Name of CandidateWard no.1 Smt. Razina BegumWard no. 2 Sh. Gagan DeepWard no. 10 Smt. Anita Devi Ward no. 12 Sh. Susheel Singh Ward no. 15 Sh. Lekh Raj Parihar Ward no. 16 Sh. Ramesh Kumar Ward no. 17 Smt. Koushyala DeviUdhampur Ward No. Name of Candidate Ward no. 2 Sh. Ramneek Singh Ward no. 3 Sh. Akshay Sharma Ward no. 4 S. Surinder Singh Khalsa Ward no. 6 Sh. Naresh Kumar Ward no. 7 Sh. Vikas Sharma Ward no. 8 Smt. Neetu Mahajan Ward no. 9 Sh. Darshan Abrol Ward no. 10 Sh. Ajay Mahajan Ward no. 11 Smt. Sonia Anthal Ward no. 12 Sh. Rakesh Gupta Ward no. 13 Sh. Rakesh Kumar Sharma Ward no. 14 Smt. Neelam Kumari Ward no. 16 Sh. Sushant Gupta Ward no. 17 Ms Ruchi Ward no. 18 Sh. Manu Sharma Ward no. 19 Sh. Rakesh Gupta Ward no. 20 Sh. Vishal Bhardwaj Ward no. 21 Sh. Bushan KumarChenani Ward No. Name of Candidate Ward no. 1 Smt. Bashira Begum Ward no. 2 Sh. Raj Kumar Ward no. 3 Sh. Balwan Chand Anthal Ward no. 4 Devi Madam Ward no. 5 Sh. Sudeh Gupta Ward no. 6 Sh. Manik Gupta Ward no. 7 Sh. Purshotam Lal SharmaKatra Ward No. Name of Candidate Ward no. 1 Smt. Sunita Prasher Ward no. 2 Sh. Romeshwar Singh Ward no. 3 Sh. Ajay Baru Ward no. 4 Sh. Bindu Sharma Ward no. 5 Sh. Rakesh Roshan Ward no. 6 Sh. Sham Lal Ward no. 7 Smt. Reena Baru Ward no. 8 Smt. Renu Bala Ward no. 9 Sh. Ajay Kumar Verma Ward No. 10 Sh. Ashok SinghWard no. 11 Sh. Gain Chand Ward no. 12 Sh. Vimal Indu Gupta Ward no. 13 Sh. Ram Parkash ThappaReasi Ward No. Name of Candidate Ward no. 1 Smt. Dolly Suri Ward no. 2 Sh. Om Parkash Ward no. 3 Sh. Sheel Magotra Ward no. 4 Sh. Sudesh Kumar Puri Ward no. 5 Smt. Tanya Pandoh Ward no. 6 Sh. Shiv Ram Ward no. 8 Smt. Jyoti Verma Ward no. 9 Sh. Kuldeep Mengi Ward no. 10 Sh. Dheeraj Gupta Ward no. 11 Smt. Tripta Dubey Ward no. 12 Sh. Ashwani Kumar Ward no. 13 Sh. Satpal SharmaKathua Ward No. Name of Candidate Ward No. 1 Smt. Indu Rekha Ward No. 2 Sh. Shashi Paul Ward No. 3 Sh. Sanjeev Vaid Ward No. 4 Pending Ward No. 5 Pending Ward No. 6 Smt. Rekha Kumari Ward No. 7 Sh. Anirudh Sharma Ward No. 8 Smt. Nisha Rani Ward No. 9 Pending Ward No. 10 Sh. Gopal Krishan Ward No. 11 Sh. Karan Singh Ward No. 12 Smt. Updesh Andotra Ward No. 13 Sh. Deepak Sharma Ward No. 14 Sh. Raman Kumar Ward No. 15 Sh. Prem Nath Dogra Ward No. 16 Smt. Veena Devi Ward No. 17 Sh. Joginder Paul Ward No. 18 Smt. Sushma Devi Ward No. 19 Sh. Rahul Dev Ward No. 20 Sh. Ravinder Pathania Ward No. 21 S. Mohinder SinghNagri Ward No. Name of Candidate Ward No. 1 Smt. Manjana Gupta Ward No. 2 Sh. Bakhtawar Singh Ward No. 3 Smt. Sonia Ward No. 4 Pending Ward No. 5 Sh. Manohar Lal Singh Ward No. 6 Pending Ward No. 7 Smt. Samriti Sharma Ward No. 8 Sh. Ravi Andotra Ward No. 9 Pending Ward No. 10 Sh. Rakesh Saini Ward No. 11 Sh. Sunny Kumar Ward No. 12 Sh. Babloo Kumar Ward No. 13 Dr. Gundeep KumarBillawar Ward No. Name of Candidate Ward No. 1 Smt. Ranjni Rani Ward No. 3 Sh. Makhan Singh Ward No. 6 Mukesh Khajuria Ward No. 8 Smt. Sheetal Sharma Ward No. 10 Sh. Subash Choudhary Ward no. 11 Sh. Puran Chand Ward no. 13 Sh. Ajit SinghBasholi Ward No. Name of Candidate Ward no. 1 Smt. Ranjana Kumari Ward no. 2 Sh. Surinder Singh Jamwal (Ex-MC) Ward no. 3 Sh. Rakesh Chang Ward no. 4 Smt. Asha Koushal Ward no. 5 Sh. Rajinder Bali Ward no. 6 Sh. Sumesh Sapolic Ward no. 7 Smt. Nirmal Mankotia Ward no. 8 Smt. Renu Bala Ward no. 9 Sh. Ramesh Kumar Ward no. 11 Sh. Varun Kumar Ward no. 12 Sh. Pritam Kumar (Kaka) Ward no. 13 Sh. DarshanLakhanpur Ward No. Name of Candidate Ward no. 1 Smt. Neena Sharma Ward no. 2 Sh. Rehm Ali Ward no. 3 Adv. Rakesh Sharma Ward no. 4 Sh. Rajesh Gupta Ward no. 5 Smt. Nirmala Ward no. 6 Sh. Ravinder Sharma (Seetu) Ward no. 7 Sh. Kaka RamHiranagar Ward No. Name of Candidate Ward No. 1 Smt. Kamlesh Kumari Ward No. 2 Smt. Sandesh Kumari Ward No. 3 Sh. Rajinder Bakshi Ward No .4 Pending Ward No .5 Sh. Gurudial Chand Ward No. 6 Smt. Bobi Jasrotia Ward No. 7 Sh. Rajinder Singh Jamwal Ward No. 8 Sh. Mukesh Padha Ward No.9 Seema Tabia Ward No. 10 Sh. Ajay Kumar Ward No. 11 Adv. Vijay Kumar Ward No.12 Sh. Subash Chander Ward No.13 Pending
With proven failure of present leadership Congress evokes Indira Gandhi: BJP
With the current leadership of the Congress having failed to swing the fortunes of the party, a desperate attempt is being made by its leaders to evoke Indira Gandhi as a popular great leader and a bold, decisive Prime Minister the like of which country has yet to see, reads a press statement released by Bharatiya Janata Party countering the press release of the Congress. The present leadership has brought the Party to such a stage that it now is forced to piggy back on regional parties to remain politically relevant. The blind loyalty for the “Family” has made Congress a fiefdom of the Gandhi Parivar where the leadership is not earned but inherited, said Brig Anil Gupta BJP’s state spokesperson.Scared of being completely wiped out in the 2019 Parliamentary elections, the party is hoping to revive its fortunes by singing paean of its founder President Indira Gandhi. The readers would recall that grand old party of pre-independence era, Indian National Congress was split in 1969 when Indira Gandhi formed her own party Congress (R) or New Congress and later Congress (Indira). She as nation’s Prime Minister was expelled from the party by the then Congress President for violating party discipline. The present day Congress party is the lineage of same split party of Indira Gandhi and is a splinter group of INC contrary to the tall claims made by its leaders of having participated in the nation’s freedom struggle, a ploy used to mislead the nation described Brig Gupta.No doubt Indira Gandhi was a tall leader and she played a decisive role during the 1971 war with Pakistan. It was for this reason that in keeping with the democratic traditions BJP’s Atal Behari Vajpayee had praised her in the Parliament. But the present day Congress leadership has displayed lack of that decorum and courtesy when it openly challenged the veracity of Surgical Strikes launched in September 2016 under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi accused Brig Gupta. Congress party feels that it was the divine right of Gandhi Family to rule this country and no other dispensation can do that.Though 1971 war was won due to the valour of Indian Army and the sterling leadership of its military hierarchy yet Indira Gandhi took the credit for having taken the political decision. But at Shimla she surrendered everything to machinations of Bhutto when she decided to return one lakh prisoners and captured territory to Pakistan without securing any benefits for India including vacation of POJK. In the annals of history Indira Gandhi will go down as leader who lacked vision and strategic thinking claimed the statement. As claimed by the Congress, Shimla Agreement was not a victory for India but a classic example of surrendering the victory on platter to the enemy betraying the supreme sacrifices made by the Indian Army blamed Brig Gupta.Who can forget the dark chapter of India’s history when in 1975 emergency was imposed by misusing the provisions of the Constitution of India for personal interest rather than the national interest? The emergency was declared not because India was in danger but Indira was in danger said Brig Gupta. The nation will never forgive Indira Gandhi for this great betrayal. “The Congress Party rightly decided not to evoke Pandit Nehru because it realised the angst among the nation due to the famous Nehruvian blunders. I would like to warn the Congress that evoking Indira Gandhi may also boomerang because of her image of a ‘dictator’ and a selfish leader who first split her party for personal ambition and later imposed emergency on the nation to save her personal interest,” cautioned Brig Gupta.
BJP Leaders met Governor, discuss vital projects
On wednesday, a high level BJP deligation met the Governor NN Vohra at Srinagar and discuss the vital issues and developmental projects alongwith centrally sponorored schemes at Rajbhawan. at around 3:30 pm BJP deligation led by its State President Ravinder Raina alongwith former dy Chief Minister Kavinder Gupta, Sunil Sharma-MLA-Kishtwar, Sham Choudhary-MLA Suchetgarh, Sat Sharma-MLA Jammu West and Rajeev Jasrotia-MLA Kathua met the Governor and meeting run for one hour, This meeting is seen significant as after the recent Jammu visit of BJP National president Amit Shah, in which Mr.Amit Shah directed the State unit of the BJP to follow the Completion of Vital projects and address the long pending important issues. The works highlighted by Amit Shah at his mamoth public rally at Prade-Jammu and to be taken up with the Governor by the BJP delegation included, Withdrawal of all the pending Cases registered during Shree Amarnath Yatra in 2008, Early Panchyat and Urban Local bodiy elections, Compensation to the remaining families of POJK Refugees and Compensation and to adress all the issues pertaining to West Pakistan refugees, All India Institute of Medical Sciences-Jammu (AIIMS), Government Medical Colleges at Rajouri, Doda and Kathua, four-laning of Jammu-Akhnoor road followed by double-laning of Akhnoor-Poonch road via Sunderbani-Nowshera Rajouri, Chenani-Sudh Mahadev-Pul Doda National Highway, Akhnoor-Pargwal bridge, Ring Road and various other projects of similar nature, which have been approved by the Central Government either under Prime Minister’s Development Package (PMDP) or under other Centrally Sponsored Schemes for the past quite some time but the work on which was yet to be started. Governor NN Vohra assured the BJP members that he will personally monitor all theses issues and will expedite the process so that general public may get maximum benefit. Governor Vohra Convened a high level meeting of all the officers on Thursday at Rajbhawan regarding early redressal of the issues and concerns of the BJP members.
BJP gears up for Parliamentary elections, allots constituencies to senior leaders
Focussing its attention towards the Parliamentary elections, J&K BJP alloted various constituencies to its state office bearers and senior leaders in a meeting conducted at its state headquarter, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu.
The meeting was presided over by its State President Ravinder Raina (MLA) along with BJP State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul, MP Jugal Kishore Sharma, former Dy. CM Kavinder Gupta, former Minister Sat Sharma, State General Secretaries Dr. Narinder Singh and Harinder Gupta.
Ravinder Raina while addressing the meeting, stressed on the need to ensure the extension of party activities to the booth level. He said that all the public welfare schemes initiated by the Centre government under the dynamic leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi must reach to the targeted population. Every BJP leader has the duty to reach up to the marginalized sections so as to ensure their growth and development, he added.
Ashok Kaul, while discussing the details of various issues related to the Parliamentary Elections, alloted various Constituencies to the senior leaders of the party. He stressed that these leaders will personally supervise all the developments related to the Parliamentary Elections by conducting “Pravas” in these constituencies. He said that these leaders will ensure that the party ideology reaches the masses through conduction of various programmes among the common masses. He also stressed on the strengthening of booth level structure of the party.
State Vice-President Yudhvir Sethi, State General Secretary Pawan Khajuria, State Secretaries Er. Ghulam Ali Khatana, Sanjay Baru, Anil Parihar, MLCs Vikram Randhawa, Girdhari Lal Raina, former Minister Priya Sethi, Daljit Singh Chib, Kuldeep Raj Gupta, Subhash Jandyal, Munish Sharma, Rashpaul Verma, Rajinder Singh Chib, Chander Mohan Gupta, Altaf Thakur, Rajeev Charak and Jagdish Bhagat participated in the meeting.
BJP National General Secretary Dr. Anil Jain addresses Press Conference
Congress Murdered Democracy to remain in power: Dr. Anil Jain
Congress murdered democracy for its lust to remain in power, this was stated by BJP National General Secretary, while he addressed a Press Conference at the party headquarter, Trikuta Nagar. He was here at Jammu in connection with the observance of “Save Democracy Day” by J&K BJP.
While The then Prime Minister of country, Indira Gandhi ditched the Nation by imposing “Emergency “in the country. All the stalwarts of politics as well as social activists were arrested and jailed at the convenience of then government, whereas the media was gagged. A black page in the book of Nation. Emergency was not a period but a cold blooded murder of all the democratic voices of the Nation. For shielding the mass Corruption in the elections, formed the basis of imposition of emergency in the Nation by a virtual Dictator. BJP has decided to observe the day of imposition of emergency as black day across the Nation to denounce the dreaded act by Congress. This day is being observed in every district of the Nation, he informed.
The recent statements given by Congress leaders Soz and Azad clearly showcase the mindset of Congress. They support the stone pelters and virtually shield the terrorists and their supporters, which is not at all good for the country. Congress and its supported fragments are today turning into a group of “Pakistan favouring faction”. BJP totally denounces these anti National acts. BJP will always expose these elements.
The aim of BJP is to take the Nation on the path of “Param Vaibhav” making it numero uno in every field.
He also dared Congress National President Rahul Gandhi to take action on Soz for his mis-writings in his just launched book. He said that Congress has to give reply on this matter.
He said that BJP was fully committed to the Agenda of Alliance and Centre government fully contributed to the development projects. He also said that BJP has not left its any single core issue but was serving according to the “Coalition Dharma”.
He said that the accession of J&K state with the rest of India is full and final and no body can dare challenge the status and BJP is full committed to it.
He also praised the people of J&K while saying that he has a rich experience of working in the state of Jammu & Kashmir while working as the Seh-Prabhari of the state.
BJP observes “Save Democracy Day”
BJP works for Nation, Congress works for power: BJP National General Secretary Dr. Anil Jain
Jammu & Kashmir BJP observed “Save Democracy Day” to mark the dark period of “Emergency” which was imposed in the Nation 43 years ago. BJP National General Secretary Dr. Anil Jain was the chief guest in the programme organized by the state BJP which was presided over by former Dy. CM of the state Kavinder Gupta. MP Jugal Kishore Sharma, MLC Ashok Khajuria, District President Baldev Singh Billawaria shared the stage.
State Vice-President Yudhvir Sethi, State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul, State General Secretary Dr. Narinder Singh, State Office Bearers, Morcha State Presidents, District Presidents, senior leaders were also present along with the persons who were jailed during the period of emergency.
The function started with the showering of flower petals on the portraits of great personalities, Jai Prakash Narayan and Nana ji Deshmukh.
While addressing the gathering, Anil Jain said that the “Save Democracy Day” is observed by the party as the ill decision of Congress government clamped the Emergency to plug the freedom of expressions, while curbing every type of civil liberty and snatching the fundamental rights of the people. He alleged that Congress always preferred its own interests over the National interest to remain in power. He said that the then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi when feared that she will be ousted from power by the people, imposed emergency to become a dictator.
Dr. Jain said that former PM Jawahar Lal Nehru in his friendship for former CM Sheikh Abdullah and grudge for Maharaja Hari Singh harmed the cause of Jammu & Kashmir.
He said that previous to 2014 India was thudded with scams and now due to able leadership of Modi ji, India is on the path of “numero uno” in every field around the world. He said that BJP works with the aim of “Antodaya” to uplift every neglected person or section while believing in the sayings of “Vasudev Kutumbhakam” and “Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah”. He stressed that our aim is to take the country on “Param Vaibhav” and emphasized the importance of dedication for country in our hearts.
Dr. Jain in his address termed the people of Jammu as vibrant, emotional and energetic and said that he always felt good while he served as the Seh-Prabhari for the J&K state.
He said that BJP works for Nation and Congress for power and for doing so it always murdered the democracy be it in its own party or in government citing the examples of making Pt. Nehru as president of Congress party in place of Netaji Subhash Chander Bose or making of Pt. Nehru as PM of India in place of Sardar Patel.
Jugal Kishore Sharma alleged that the wrong policies of Congress government led to the present problems in the state of Jammu & Kashmir. He said that Congress always misused the official machinery for its own hunger of power and serving the single family at the cost of other National heroes, who were thoughtfully ignored from the history.
Kavinder Gupta recalled the memories of emergency period and the its aftermath on the civil society, especially the crackdown on the Nationalistic population to curb every opposing voice. He said that the arrogance of Congress party led it to take the decision of imposition of “Emergency” in the country.
The programme also stood witness to the sharing of personal experiences by a number of persons who were jailed at the time of emergency.
Surinder Sharma conducted the proceedings of the stage.
MP Rajya Sabha, Sh. Shamsher Singh Manhas today distributed free LPG connections among BPL families
MP Rajya Sabha, Sh. Shamsher Singh Manhas today distributed free LPG connections among BPL families at a function organized by Bharat Petroleum at Village Bhadrore, Block Marh, Jammu accompanied by EX-MLA Bharat Bhushan & Sarpanch Bhadrore Raghubir Singh.
More than 100 free gas connections were distributed on the occasion.While speaking on the occasion, the MP said that Central and State Governments are committed to provide every basic amenity to the rural population. It is a great responsibility of the NDA govt. to provide basic amenities to the weaker section of the society, so that we able to give strength and make them strengthen in every section. He further said that providing free gas connections in the name of the female head of a household under Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) is a step to empower women besides protecting their health. He further said that scheme envisages to provide 8 crore free LPG connections to poor families across the country in 5 years.On this occasion prominent people of the area were also present.
Public can easily connect with govt activities by Modi App: Sh. Yudhvir Sethi
BJP Jammu Distt. organised Modi App Camp at Kachi Chawani
Jammu, Jun 18: In a function organized at Kachi Chawni, BJP Jammu District Unit of IT & Social Media Department J&K installed awareness camp under the directions and supervision of its State Incharge Jaidev Rajwal to download, promote and aware the public about “Narendera Modi App” and its benefits. The camp was organized under the leadership of Jammu District Prabhari & State Executive Member BJP State IT & Social Media Department J&K Adv. Ishant Gupta accompanied by Jammu East Prabhari & State Executive Member BJP State IT & Social Media Department J&K Rajesh Nischal and Jammu East Mandal Incharge Sailesh Gupta.
BJP State Vice President Yudvir Sethi was chief guest and gave his blessings to the entire team.
While briefing to media, Yudvir Sethi said that we are promoting “Narendera Modi App” because it has many benefits. He said general public can easily connect with the government activities, new schemes and other activities launched by our Honb’le Prime Minister Narendera Modi.
Sethi added that with the use of this app one can give suggestion directly to Modi Ji by just single click on a option available “Connect With PM”. Rajwal added that our government is committed to work for each and every sector of the society with slogan “Saaf Niyat, Sahi Vikas”.
Adv. Ishant Gupta also spokes about uses and benefits of downloading “Narendera Modi App”. He said that the main feature of the “APP” is that it is available in various languages. He added that the APP is fully updated with the latest activities of Government. He also guided the public how to operate the app.
Prominent who present were Ravi Singh Jammu East Mandal Co-Incharge, Nipun Gupta, Raghav, Karun Mahajan, Nitish Mahajan, Parvez & others.
BJP will ensure SC community’s development with dignity: BJP SC Morcha State President Sh. Jagdish Bhagat
BJP will ensure SCs development with dignity while working sincerely for their grass root level upliftment, this was stated by State President of BJP’s Anusuchit Jaati (SC) Morcha, Jagdish Bhagat, while he addressed a press conference at the Party Headquarter, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu. BJP Senior leader Narsingh Das Rajwal, Morcha State Vice President Dharam Pal, Morcha State General Secretaries Dharminder Kumar and Karan Bhagat also accompanied Morcha State President while elaborating on the issue. While addressing the Press Conference, Jagdish Bhagat pointed out that BJP has always been on the forefront while airing voice to uplift the status of Anusuchit Samaaj. He said that recurrent Centre and State Governments headed by Congress have always done opportunistic politics on the issues of SCs. He alleged that Congress have made the SCs bleed on multiple occasions to use them as vote bank. He accused that Congress has deliberately kept the neglected community underprivileged following “use and throw” policy. Bhagat welcomed the judgement from Double Bench of Supreme Court, in which hon’ble Supreme Court has enabled the Centre government to consider the issue of “Reservation in Promotion” on its own as “in accordance with the law” as the Centre earlier submitted that due to separate verdicts by different high courts on the reservations in promotions, the whole issue has been on standstill. He also welcomed the formation of committees from Council of Ministers to look into the matter. Bhagat further said that only BJP has always taken up the core issues of community on the frontfront truly like Reservation in Promotion, Implementation in Atrocities Act and Reservation in U.G.C. He said that now BJP MLAs will take up the issue strongly in the State Assembly as well so that the community living in the state could also be benefitted on various fronts especially in education and employment. He expressed faith that the state government will take up the matter on priority for its early implementation in the state. Ashok Gandhi, Seema Devi, Bhushan, Bishnu, Janaki Devi, Shakti, Santosh Devi and others were also present during the Press Conference.
BJP is opposed to allotment of government land to JamaitAhileHadees
Reacting to the media reports that extraordinary haste is being shown by the office of divisional commissioner Kashmir to allot 50 kanal of government land in Srinagar to JamaitAhileHadees for construction of an Eidgah, Brig Anil Gupta, State Spokesperson of Bharatiya Janata Party has said that BJP is opposed to any such move. The administration, reportedly, is working post haste at the behest of a letter received from the Chief Minister. AhileHadees is responsible for easing out of Sufi Islam from Kashmir and for spreading radical Wahaabi Islam. It is funded illegally through petro-dollars from Saudi Arabia and is a Sunni sectarian organisation. It is also alleged to have links with ISI of Pakistan and suspected to provide shelter to Pakistani terrorists, said Brig Gupta. Scarcely visible a decade and a half ago, AhileHadees now has over 25 lakh members, over 20 per cent of Jammu and Kashmir's Muslims. Besides the 700 mosques and madrassas it built, AhileHadees is believed to have funded 150 schools, several colleges, orphanages, clinics and medical diagnostic centres according to available data. It had also proposed a Rs 200-crore Islamic university, Trans world Muslim University (TWMU), in Hyderpora, Srinagar, affiliated to leading Saudi institutions. The proposal was referred to a select committee after the then state Congress Chief Saif-ud-Din Soz opposed it in the Legislative Council on October 9, 2010. This was done due to the concerns expressed by the security agencies. About 100 kanal of government land has already been allotted for the proposed University, said Brig Gupta. Brig Gupta said that when Srinagar District Administration was approached by Rajya Sainik Board for allotment of land for construction of a Sainik Colony, for ex -servicemen, it was flatly refused on the ground that no government land is available in and around Srinagar. Where has this 50 kanal land surfaced from now, questioned the spokesperson? If anybody deserves government land, the priority should be given to the ex-servicemen who yearn for a decent home to live after retirement, said Brig Gupta. In case for some reason, the government is reluctant to hand over land to RajyaSainik Board, it should build exclusive housing colonies at these three sites mentioned in the application of AhileHadees for allotment to ex-servicemen and ex-police personnel, suggested the spokesperson. Salafi Wahhabis are known to espouse violent jihad against civilians as a legitimate method to enforce their puritanical version of Islamic Shariah and Khilafah. The recent killings in Kashmir is a witness to manifestation of this ideology. How can an organisation like JamaitAhileHadees be patronised by government when it is known to divide the society than unite it questioned Brig Gupta?
BJP Human Right Cell condemn the brutal killings of Sr. Journalist Shujaat Bukhari and Rifleman Aurangzeb by terrorists
BJP Human Rights cell in its meeting held today at Party Headquarter under their State Convenor Prof. K.L. Kaul condemned the dastardly attack on Srinagar based Senior Journalist Shujaat Bukhari and conveyed shock and grief on such gruesome killings. He was veteran editor in chief of English daily Rising Kashmir and a brave and courageous editor. Killing of Senior Journalist Shujaat Bukhari is a cowardly act said Prog. Kaul and further stated that the security situation in the state should be reviewed in the valley to avert such attacks in further to ensure a situation where the media and press can discharge its duties without any fear of violence. His killing is a big loss to the media fraternity in Kashmir in particular and the situation it is media which stood together to boost the morale of all such forces that work for unity and integrity of the country.
We also condemn the brutal killing of Rifleman Aurangzeb who was abducted and later killed by militants in Pulwama district when he was on his way home for Eid celebration with his family his body laden with bullets was found by a team of police and army at Gussu village in Pulwama district. He was a brave soldier who lived for peace and died for peace. We salute this great son of India.
We pray for peace to the departed soul and strength to the bereaved family of these two patriots to bear this irreparable loss. We also pay homage to Bukharis two personal security offices who were also killed in this terror attack.
The esteemed members who were present in the meeting were Co-Convenor Vikas Gupta and Executive member Vinay Pandoh.
Sh. Jugal Kishore Sharma,Sh. Kavinder Gupta tours Simbal Camp & Digiana Ashram
Jugal Kishore Sharma Member of Parliament BJP (Lok Sabha) Jammu Poonch along with Kavinder Gupta Deputy Chief Minister J&K State & Mla Gandhinagar Constituency,Gagan Bhagat Mla Rs Pura,Charanjeet Singh Khalsa MLC tours Simbal Camp Area in RS Pura Constituency and sanctioned Rs 15 Lac from Constituency development funds for development of Simbal Camp in RS Pura Constituency.
Jugal Kishore Sharma Member of Parliament listed the grievances of people of Simbal Area and while addressing the gathering said that their problems would be readdressed soon.He also said that he will discuss all their major issues with the high command and in party meeting and soon the initiatives would be taken in their favour.He said that Simbal Camp is the thickly populated area mostly with the sikh community and it is our duty to develop this area with all the basic amenities Jugal Kishore announced Rs 15 lac for the development of Simbal camp and said that timely more funds would be arranged to execute the development works in Simbal camp.Moreover Jugal Kishore Sharma Member of Parliament said that Center Government has completed his 4 four years under the leadership of our Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi and narrated the achievements of Government among the masses.He also visited Ward No 58 of Digiana Ashram in Gandhinagar Constituency and appraised centrally sponsored schemes among the masses.
Kavinder Gupta Deputy Chief Minister J&K State & Mla Gandhinagar Constituency said that Narendra Modi is the great Prime Minister spread the fame of India over the worldwide and Bhartiya Janata Party is now emerged as the worlds largest party.He listened the demand inhabitants and said that the works for the improvement of Simbal Camp Road road would be started soon.Gagan Bhagat Mla RS Pura and Charanjeet Singh Khalsa thanked Member of Parliament and Deputy Chief Minister for visiting Simbal camp and said that chain of development works already done in Simbal Camp will also get more share of development.All the Dignitaries present at the occasion honored Paramveer Chakar Vijayata Sardar Bana Singh.Narinder Singh General Secretary BJP,District presidents BJP Brijeshwar Rana & Baldev Billawaria,Ex Sarpanch Rajinder Singh,Manjeet Singh,Ex Sarpanch Paramjeet Singh Raina Raina,Karan Bhagat,Vinay Gupta,Sakina Bano,Mandal Presidents Davinder Sharma,Natha Ram & others
BJP condemns killing of Senior Kashmir Journalist
BJP State President Sh. Ravinder Raina (MLA), condemned the gruesome attack and killing of Senior journalist from Kashmir Shujaat Bukhari who was Chief Editor of daily “Rising Kashmir”.Ravinder Raina said that the killing of a senior journalist is really a shocking news for everyone who believes in the pillar of democracy. He said that such attack further reinforce the strong will of media fraternity to work for the society. He also conveyed is heartfelt condolences to family of journalist.
BJP State General Secretary & Incharge Kashmir Dr. Narinder Singh also condemned the attack and said that BJP fully stand with the family and the media in this hour. He said that such barbaric act cannot be justified at any cost. He also conveyed his sympathies to journalist’s driver and personal security officers who were also shot alongwith him.Meanwhile, BJP State General Secretaries Pawan Khajuria and Harinder Gupta also condemned the killing.
BJP conducts State Office Bearers meeting
J&K BJP conducted a meeting of its State Office Bearers, District Prabharis, District and Morcha Presidents at party headquarter, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu.Meeting was chaired by new State President of BJP, Sh. Ravinder Raina (MLA) along with Minister for Housing & Urban Development, Sh. Sat Sharma, MP Sh. Jugal Kishore Sharma, State General Secretary (Org.) Sh. Ashok Kaul, State General Secretaries Dr. Narinder Singh, Sh. Pawan Khajuria and Sh. Harinder Gupta.
Meeting witnessed the threadbare discussions on various organizational matters, various programmes conducted by the party recently as well as on the forthcoming party programmes. The senior leaders entrusted with the job of successfully implementing various programmes in connection with the completion of 4 years of Narendra Modi led Central government also presented the blueprint for the same.Ravinder Raina, while addressing the meeting, stressed on the importance of sincerity to the job assigned for a great success. He talked about the implementation of “Gram Swaraj Abhiyaan” for addressing the issues of villagers. He prompted all the senior leaders to put in extra efforts for ensuring the implementation of public welfare schemes and said that this will enhance the interaction with the common masses and the booth level workers of the party. He also said that BJP will never compromise on its basic ideology of “Nation First, Party Second and Self Last” and is known in public for its Nationalistic stand at all costs.Sat Sharma, while speaking on the occasion, compared the party activists to the soldiers dedicatedly working for the party growth. He emphasized the importance of Pravas among the senior leaders of the party so as to increase the outreach of party to ground level activists. He said that as 26th May marks the completion of 4 years of successful and eventful Modi led government in the centre, the countdown for the elections of 2019 has well begun on cards.Ashok Kaul emphasized the importance of various programmes undertaken by BJP leaders at various levels. He said that all the programmes in the present dispensation have been initiated with a particular eye on increasing the standard of living of the neglected and downtrodden sections of the society. He prompted the leaders to make a thorough plan for cross checking the availability of centrally sponsored public welfare schemes to the targeted population. He also sought the detailed report of programmes form the district presidents and district incharges.Jugal Kishore Sharma, Yudhvir Sethi, Dr. Narinder Singh, Aseem Gupta, Rajinder Sharma and Jugal Kishore Gupta also spoke on the occasion.Pawan Khajuria conducted the proceedings of the programme.
Jammu East and party chief whip Rajesh Gupta started the work of the upgradation of lanes and drains in Raghunath Pura Mohalla
Jammu East and party chief whip Rajesh Gupta started the work of the upgradation of lanes and drains in Raghunath Pura Mohalla at four different places in Ward No 15.The estimated cost of the work is rupees 7.80 lakhs . Rajesh Gupta was accompanied by the JMC officials Anil Gupta AEE and Mohd.Yaseen JE. The BJP leaders who accompanied the MLA included Pardeep Sharma, Raj Kumar Gupta, Adv.Vageesh Bharti, Balraj Gupta, Ramesh Sharma, Ashwani Sharma, Raju Sethi, Harjang Singh, Sushil, Ramesh Ji,Subhash Gupta, Gokul Koul, Kuldeep Kandhari and Chaman Lal. Rajesh Gupta while speaking on the occasion instructed the JMC officials present on the ocaassion to execute the works without causing any let or hindrance to the public.Rajesh Gupta also appealed to the people of the area to connect themselves with the various schemes launched by the Modi government in order to bring a positive transformation in their lives.Rajesh Gupta thanked the people of the Jammu East constituency for having provided accurate feedbacks about the various initiatives launched by the government. He also asked the people to keep on projecting their demands as it is their right to do so. Rajesh Gupta said that in the coming days we are going to witness several landmark projects coming up in the Jammu city that would add to the glory of the city and also improve its tourism potential. He said that this all has been possible because of the developmental agenda of the BJP government.
Congress piggy-backing the Bar since it lacks popular support claims BJP
Congress has always sacrificed the interests of people of Jammu right from 1947 and let down/ betrayed the people due to the lust for power and policy of appeasing the Kashmiri power brokers alleged Brig Anil Gupta, State Spokesperson of Bharatiya Janata Party. Starting from the unilateral ceasefire by Nehru, Art 370, Delhi Agreement, 35A, return of Poonch-Uri and Shakargarh bulges and Chhamb, reinstatement of Sheikh, rigged elections of 1987 and re-entry of Farooq, the list is endless.That is why the people of Jammu showed them the door in the last assembly elections and today it fears complete dissemination, in tune with the rest of the country. Unable to bear the shock and reconcile to their defeat, the Congress has now adopted a policy of destructive politics with a single point agenda of return to power through hook or crook. Their leaders have mastered the art of telling lies after lies to hide their failures and blame BJP, which is the true representative and voice of the people of Jammu, stated Brig Gupta. Unable to enforce the Bharat Bandh, a call for which was given by Rahul Gandhi, in Jammu, the Congress is now trying to fire the gun from the shoulder of Jammu Bar Association by giving a call for Jammu Bandh on 11 April. “I fail to understand that with which face Congress leaders are supporting the four-point charter of the Bar because the Congress is the root cause of resentment for all the four issues,” exclaimed Brig Gupta! People of Jammu know those who are behind settling of Rohangiyas as well as the intent with which they were brought here but the same leadership now is shamelessly demanding their ouster. These turn-coats must know that people are demanding for legal action against them for their involvement in playing with region’s security, warned Brig Gupta. Similarly, till date none of their leaders has visited Rassana or publicly made their stand clear. The fact is that Congress is a divided house with two different stands on every issue with their main leadership in hand of Kashmiris who advocate Greater Autonomy, 370, 35A, talks with Pakistan and support Azadi yearning stone pelters. As regards District status for Nowshera, the Congress is responsible for tearing apart the recommendations of Wazir Commission which recommended three districts for Jammu and one for Kashmir but Ghulam Nabi Azad gave four each. Why didn’t Congress party think of Nowshera than which has been a Tehsil since 1947? By now shedding the crocodile tears and posing to be their sympathisers Congress is befooling itself only, claimed Brig Gupta.As far as the tribal policy is concerned once again the Congress leadership has remained mum on the issue, an example of opportunistic politics. Appealing to the Advocates, Brig Gupta said that they should not allow their genuine concern for people of Jammu to be hijacked by opportunistic Congress party, which has no popular support base and wants to piggy back on them for their survival politics. Since, three of the four issues highlighted by the advocates are sub-judice, it would be better if the lawyers used their professional skills and prayed judicial remedy rather than dabbling in politics, hoped Brig Gupta.
BJP State President and MLA Jammu West Sat Sharma (CA) starts construction works of Deep Drains at Gurha, Bakshi Nagar
With a mission to provide cleanliness everywhere and promoting the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi of building a "Swach Bharat", BJP State President and MLA Jammu West Sat Sharma (CA) inaugurated the works of covering of Deep Drain (Nullah) at Gurha Bakshi Nagar area of Ward 28. Pertinent to mention, the works for construction of wall were taken in first phase and now the Deep Drain is being covered so that foul smell and garbage could be stopped in order to build a conducive and clean atmosphere in the surroundings of the area where hundreds of people are living. A large number of people including officials of UEED, local residents and political activists were also present on the occasion.The works will be done under the supervision of UEED at an estimated cost of Rupees 34 lakhs and a major stretch of Nullah will be covered under the same.Speaking on the occasion, Sat Sharma said that it is his priority to create such an atmosphere in Jammu West Assembly segment which makes it clean and green amongst all Constituencies in State and for this he urged the masses as well to contribute their efforts as well so that we could achieve the goal of making our environment free from all ills caused by pollutants.He said that people have to be eyes and ears of their representative in every nook and corner and wherever there is a dire need of taking up developmental works should be informed at instant so that works could be taken up in the area immediately.He stated that all 26 wards of the Assembly segment are on his priority list and every ward is almost completed in terms of development and in coming times every ward will bloom as most developed wards of any city in the State which will surely give a major boom to Jammu West in becoming model Constituency of the State.He asked the masses to trust him concerning development and stated that no area will be left behind under his tenure and he also appealed everyone to come forward in promoting the noble cause of “Swach Bharat” as it requires not only the initiative of the representative but public as a whole which will ultimately help in building a clean and green nation.
BJP Training department J&K, Kr. Rajeev Charak led delegation calls on , Deputy CM, Speaker, Demands shrine board for Bawe Wali Mata, recruitment for Bahu Fort youth in cable car project
A delegation of local youth from Bahu Fort led by senior BJP leader and party's State Incharge BJP Training department J&K, Kr. Rajeev Charak called on Dr Nirmal Singh, Deputy Chief Minister and discussed various issue including constitution of Shrine board for Bawe Wali mata temple. As per spokesperson, the delegation apprised deputy chief minister about importance of having Shrine Board to create more avenues for pilgrims and to streamline the management. They also informed that campaign was started in 1997 and got tremendous support from people but unfortunately successive government put the demand son backburner. The delegation also said tat a hashtag #shrineboard4bawetemple was launched to gather support for shrine globally, which is very successful. Deputy Chief Minister Dr. Nirmal Singh listen the demand and assured all possible help in near future. The delegation also called on Speaker Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assemble, Kavinder Gupta, who is also MLA of Gandhi Nagar Jammu The issues pertaining their area including recruitment on upcoming cable car project were discussed in detail. Kr. Rajeev Charak, informed speaker that previous governments always discriminate with people of Bahu Fort. “Local youth not get its due in project like Fish Aquarium, Bagh-e-Bahu or Jammu University. Employment opportunity to local was rejected outrightly,” he informed and demanded recruitment of local youth in upcoming cab car project at Bahu Fort and Mahamaya park. Kavinder, who is also MLA of the area was apprised of depilated condition of roads and drains beside shortage of water. The delegations appealed MLA to initiate development works at the earliest, so people don’t have to suffer anymore. The speaker, showed the keen interest to resolve all the issues discussed and informed the delegation that much work has been done regarding all the issues.
Member of Parliament BJP (Lok Sabha) Jammu-Poonch Jugal Kishore held Public Meeting at Nagrota
Jugal Kishore Sharma Member of Parliament BJP (Lok Sabha) Jammu-Poonch visited nagrota market and held a Public meeting with the people of various panchayats and Vyapaar Mandal of Nagrota in Nagrota Constituency.Jugal Kishore Sharma Member of Parliament listened the problems and demand of the people from various panchayats adjoining Nagrota as Dhok Waziran,Kattal Battal, Jagti and met with the shopkeepers association of Nagrota market.People raised the issue regarding the passengers vehicles passing through the By-Pass flyover of National Highway and not enters into the Nagrota Market.They urged the demand to pass the vehicles through the Nagrota Market so that people and the passenger not face more difficulties and can get reach to their destinations in time.More over,they also raised the demand to Black top the road of Nagrota market as it in very torn condition.People came from the various panchayats put froth the problem of water scarcity and installation of new supply line.Jugal Kishore readdressed their problems and demands and directed the concerned officials on the spot to fulfill their demands.People and the shopkeepers association thanked Member of Parliament for his valuable support to them.Block President BJP Nagrota Heem Raj Verma,Senior BJP Leaders Girdhari lal Keshav,Ashu Sharma,Kishore,subash sharma,Balbir Singh,Ankush Jamwal and others were present at the occasion.
Double face of Dr Farooq exposed, BJP says Ganga Gaye to Ganga Ram, Yamuna Aaye to Yamuna Das
Taking a dig at Dr Farooq for his statement in a public rally at Mandi in Poonch condemning the demand of “Azadi” which he had advocated only a couple of days back while making a speech in a seminar organised by Central University, Kashmir in Srinagar, a press release of Bharatiya Janata Party has stated that the double face of Farooq Abdullah has been exposed once again. “Knowing fully well that there are no takers of Azadi, south of PirPanjal, Farooq has very cleverly changed his stance by demanding the Line of Control (LoC) to be converted into a Line of Peace thus making it amply clear that his party has no ideology and only believes in arousing passions by playing with people’s emotions for vote-bank politics,” explained the spokesperson of the party, Brig Anil Gupta. Farooq thinks that the people do not understand the game he is playing. National Conference has survived as a political party by posing itself as the well-wisher of Kashmiri speaking Muslims. It has always been wary of losing prominence due to the challenge posed by other Muslims like Paharis, Punjabis, Gujjars& Shia, in general and Muslims of erstwhile Jammu province in particular. Same fear continues to haunt Farooq and Co even today and that is why rather than uniting the population living across the LoC, he advocates it to be made a permanent border, asserted Brig Gupta. It was for the same very reason that his father, the Sheikh forced Prime Minister Nehru to announce unilateral ceasefire when the invaders were on the run and Indian Army was well poised to recapture the areas of Mirpur, Kotli, Poonch, and Muzaffarabad. Had Muzaffarabad been recaptured, the strategic areas of Gilgit-Baltistan, Hunza and other frontier districts would have automatically returned to India as all lines of communications to these areas passed through Muzaffarabad and also saved the state from the problem of refugees which haunts the state till date, highlighted the press release. NC’s dislike of non-Kashmiri speaking Muslim leaders is evident from the fact that when Mirza Afzal Beg resigned from the Maharaja’s cabinet in 1945 due to differences within the party, the Maharaja appointed Mian Ahmed Yar, a National Conference leader from Jammu. MianYar was however expelled from the Party because his being in the council of ministers was not acceptable to Sheikh for Mian being a non-Kashmiri speaking and hailing from Jammu, said Brig Gupta quoting from history. As regards return of Haji Peer and Chhamb, Brig Gupta asked Dr Farooq to question his ally Congress who not only betrayed the people of the state but also belittled the sacrifices of the Indian Army by returning to Pakistan the territories captured by the later. Has strategic Haji Peer Pass been in our possession today, there would have been no Uri-Poonch Bulge and there was no question of Pakistan launching a proxy war against us as well as it would have provided a direct link between Poonch and Kashmir Valley via Uri, explained Brig Gupta.
Jammu Ropeway Project will add to aesthetics of city, boost tourism: Smt. Priya Sethi
Minister of State for Education, Culture and Tourism, Priya Sethi today reviewed preparedness for trial run of Jammu Ropeway Project scheduled for this month.The Minister accompanied by Divisional Commissioner, Jammu, Hemant Kumar Sharma, Managing Director, J&K Cable Car Corporation Shamim Ahmad Wani,ACR Jammu,Nisar Ahmad Shad, GM, JKSCCC, Riyaz Malik, Deputy Project Manager, Rakesh Bhat besides senior functionaries of the concerned departments and executing agencies visited Peerkho - the first take off point, Mahamaya temple - second landing bay area and Bagh-e-Bahu - the third and final destination where huge chunk of land has been acquired for developing parking, restaurant, viewing decks, landscaping, ticketing and landscaping for the conveniences of tourists.Priya Sethi issued on spot directions to the officials of J&K Cable Car Corporation to expedite work and ensure that first trial between Mahamaya Temple and Bagh-e-Bahu is conducted in time. The project, she said, is of utmost importance and going to be biggest tourist attraction besides adding to aesthetics of Jammu City. She said that successful trial run of eight coaches will encourage the engineers which in turn will boost their morale to complete first ropeway as well.Priya Sethi said that this 1.7 Kilometer Jammu Ropeway Project Rs 70 Crore, is going to have dedicated power connections, state of the art decks, well lit and maintained restaurants and heavy-duty DG sets for power backups. In the initial stages, eight cable cars will be put on tiral this month and then 12 more cars will be made operational on first stretch connecting both ends of river Tawi in the middle of this year.Giving details of the physical achievements of project, the Managing Director J&K Cable Car Corporation, Shamim Ahmad Wani and engineers informed that work on casting of truss beam of Section-I Mahamaya station and 7 number of Tower structures have been completed. They said that work on approach roads and construction of retaining Wall at Bahu besides restaurants at all places are in the completion stages.Priya Sethi said, keeping in view ecotourism, this cable car project will provide people a high-quality tourism experience that ensures that transportation, sightseeing, shopping, and entertainment are associated with zero-pollution. To give people accessibility to these decks, battery operated cars have been planned so that environment and forest area of Jammu is protected. Compared with road vehicles, cable cars are environmentally friendly, convenient, and economical and will connect Mubarak Mandi, Old city, Mahamaya Temple and Bagh-e-Bahu.She said that other than this the coalition government led by Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti has developed Sidhra Golf Club, parks on river banks of Tawi, Suchetgarh, tulip Garden at Sanasar, Mubarak Mandi Heritage Complex, Mahara Hari Singh park.The Minister said that the prestigious ropeway project is going to be an alternative transportation, connect recreational hotspots, provide new perspective for viewing scenery and enable tourists to appreciate unique natural views and scenery.
Ongoing Historic Development Projects Will Make Rajouri a Model Town: MLC Vibodh Gupta
BJP senior leader and MLC Vibodh Gupta accompanied by senior party leaders and officers of various departments today visited various areas of Rajouri town and took stock of the ongoing developmental works. On this occasion Vibodh also addressed gatherings of locals in these areas. In his address Vibodh mentioned that at present developmental works worth 150 crores are being implemented in Rajouri. Such a fast pace of developmental works in Rajouri shows the seriousness with the state and central Government is giving to the beautification and overall development of Rajouri. He said that at present work is simultaneously going on the bridges, new road stretches and for developing parking slots at various prominent locations in Rajouri. Once completed all these works will make Rajouri a model town of our state as these are being implemented under a special master plan. On this occasion, Vibodh also sought the cooperation of locals in the proper implementation of these developmental projects and called upon every citizen to become an equal partner in this massive developmental drive. While reacting to the past neglect of the earlier Governments, Vibodh said that during the past earlier Governments have always neglected the Pir Panjal region in general and Rajouri Town in particular. He also thanked Hon’ble Chief Minister Ms. Mehbooba Mufti for her keen interest in the development of Rajouri town and for her specific directions for completion of various works within a set time frame. Appreciating the peace-loving people of Pir Panjal Vibodh said that peace is a prerequisite for implementing such a massive developmental drive in the area. He also called upon the youth in Kashmir to focus on their studies and be part of the Hon'ble PM's mission in making J&K most developed state of our country.
Senior party leader and BJP district president Mr. Dinesh Sharma also addressed the gathering and expressed his party’s resolve to restore the historic glory of the Rajouri. He stressed on the fact that Rajouri is a historic town and all historic places in the area specially the historic buildings need to be developed and promoted at key tourism sites of the state. This he said will open up massive employment opportunities for the educated unemployed youth. Prominent among others who were present on the occasion included Atam Gupta, Abdul Hussain, Daljeet Singh, Vikram Singh, Mohd. Sharief, Javeed Ahmed, Kousahl Kumar, Mohd. Shafi, Jasbir Singh, Raja Rattan, Dinesh Tara, Kewal Kumar, Balbir Kumar, Hemakant and Garu Ram.
Meeting of BJYM State office bearers and District Presidents with their general secretaries was held at BJP headquarters Trikuta Nagar Jammu
The meeting was chaired by BJYM National General Secretary Abhijat Mishra along with BJYM State President Dr. Suresh Ajay Magotra, BJP State Secretary and Prabhari BJYM Sanjay Baru and BJYM National Executive member Bharat Sharma. The meeting was organised in context of “Samrasta” Programme to be held across the State.Speaking on the occasion Abhijaat Mishra said that we are working in an organisation where aim is to reach the people from all sections of society, we have the priority to work for the weaker section and not just to enjoy the power. Our beloved Prime Minister have changed the working style which was mostly adopted by previous successive governments of just enjoying the profit of being in power, BJP government led by Narendra Modi is working very hard to uplift the weaker sections of the society. On the same node BJYM at national level have taken a “Samrasta” programme which will connect more and more needy and weaker section of the society with the organisation. On 14th April i.e the birth anniversary of B. R. Ambedkar BJYM will organise “Samrasta bhoj” at State and District level and this programme will be continued for one year.Dr. Magotra welcomed Abhijat Mishra in the city of temples by presenting holy Chunri and patriot of Mata Vaishno Devi, he said BJP is the only party who wants to uplift the weaker section of the society so that they can compete with each and everyone to excel in their respective fields. He said that the previous governments in our country have never works for the weaker sections, no one cares for the poor “the rich was becoming more rich and poor was becoming more poor”, but Narendra Modi led government have worked to develop equal opportunities for the weaker section by starting a lot of schemes for the youth, women and weaker section of our country.Prominent who were present on the occasion were general secretaries Vikas Choudhary and Tarun Sharma, vice-presidents Karan Sharma, Ajay Vaid, Adv Annu Behnal, Adv Ramneek Singh, Ashish Sharma, Secretaries Adv Gurdev Thakur, Sunny Sangotra, Jeevan Sharma, Ajay Manhas, Vikas Samyal, Rahul Vaid, Shrey Sethi, Abhishek Slathia, Narender Pratap Singh, Er. Lalit Raina, Kapil Mahajan, District Presidents Hari Om Sharma, Ashish Sharma, Rohit Verma, Sukhdev Singh, Akash Chopra, Akhil Prashar, Kachu Tashi and many others.
Member of Parliament BJP Lok Sabha Jammu-Poonch Jugal Kishore Calls on Piyush Goyal,Union Minister for Railways
Member of Parliament BJP Lok Sabha Jammu-Poonch Jugal Kishore Sharma met with Piyush Goyal Union Minister for Railways Govt. Of India at New Delhi and discussed various development projects regarding railways in his Jammu Poonch parliamentary constituency.Jugal Kishore Member of Parliament met with Piyush Goyal Union Minister for Railways GOI New Delhi and urged him to start survey for laying of Jammu to Poonch Railway Line.He said that large number of area near about 400 kms is connected only through surface transport and it is very much difficult to deveop the connected areas only by surface means. Jammu Poonch Rail services are burning and genuine demand of people which they should get by the time but they are deprived off these services.He also discussed the other projects like Rail crossing over Bridges at Samba,Vijaypur,Bajalta and other areas.Jugal Kishore laid stress over the modernization of Jammu Railway Station and its extension by adding 3 new platforms.He requested Minister that the Construction work for New Platforms should be started soon and ongoing works should be expedited that the big Jammu Railway station should compete with the demand of users.Moreover,he submitted for stoppage of Uttar Sampark Kranti at Manwal Railway station and brought his kind notice that the people of Manwal Kishenpur and adjoining area have to ply more than 70 kms to travel through Uttar Sampark Kranti train which seems very uneasy to them. He said that the people of said area have raised their demand many a times in front of him during his tour programmes towards his constituency and it is his foremost duty to Wipe out their sufferings.He also submitted charter of demands to the Hon'ble Minister.Piyush Goyal Union Minister for Railways directed the concerned official to put up these demands and assured Member of Parliament that they would be considered on priority and be fulfilled soon.
NEW HIGHWAYS LINKING DODA
Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways Sh Nitin Gadkari and Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh met here to discuss the status of the two newly approved National Highways, namely the 170 km Basohli-Bhaderwah-Doda Highway through Chhattergala tunnel and Thathri-Kahaljugssar-Kilothran-Mankan-Chochool to Himachal Pradesh Highway via tunnel respectively, linking the erstwhile district Doda and decided to insist upon the Central as well as the State Government authorities to expedite the work on these two important projects. MLA Bhaderwah, Dilip Singh Parihar was also present during the meeting.Pertinent to mention that the Basohli-Bhaderwah-Doda Highway was approved by the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (RTH) last year and includes landmark Chattergalla tunnel which is expected to cost over Rs. 3,500 crore. The 6.2 km long Chattergalla tunnel will save the travel distance from Doda to Basohli and Lakhanpur by over 26 kms and also reduce the travel time by over two hours. Not only this, this Highway, through the Chattergalla tunnel, will provide all-weather road connectivity as well as an alternative road transport option.The second National Highway linking Thatri-Kahaljugssar-Kilotran Makan-Chochool to Himachal Pradesh via tunnel was approved on the eve of Holi festival this year. This project will be 100% funded by the Centre and provide an easy and convenient direct connectivity between district Doda and Himachal Pradesh. Dr Jitendra Singh, while thanking Sh Nitin Gadkari for his magnanimous support to all the road and bridge projects in Jammu & Kashmir, said that the two National Highways linking district Doda may take quite a few years to complete, but after completion, these will prove to be game-changers from the point of view of revenue generation, trade promotion and job generation. He said, for himself personally, this will be a cherished memory for all times to come that the approval and initiation for these two path-breaking projects was accomplished during his Parliamentary term as Member of Lok Sabha from this area.
LAHDC Leh delegation calls on PM, projects vital issues
Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC),Leh delegation led by its Chairman/ Chief Executive Councilor (CEC), Dorjay Mutup called on Prime Minister, Narendra Modi and projected the burning issues of Ladakh region. In a memorandum submitted to the Prime Minister the LAHDC, Leh members demanded rationalization of aviation system in the region. The Council stressed that a fully operational and rationalized aviation system was absolutely necessary for constant inter-action between people of a remote area of Ladakh and rest of the country. They pointed out that the key issue affecting the common man of remote Ladakh is the skyrocketing airfares these days. It is needed to be reviewed. They also demanded development and expansion of Civil Airport terminal building at Leh. The LAHDC further referred to pathetic condition of Telecommunication in the region and demanded that same be improved to have good network. The Council also stressed for preferential treatment to Cooperative Marketing Societies in award of contracts for supply of vegetables, fruits, milk etc to the Army and para- military forces in the region. The CEC demanded road upgradation in Leh district for the benefit of defence forces and civilians. He pointed out that works on the vital roads (Upshi to Loma, Kharu to Durbuk and Leh to Chulunka) are being taken up by BRO for upgradation and widening, but the pace of work is very slow due to limited funding in a working season. He stressed for adequate funding for swift completion of these critical projects. The CEC also stressed for construction of multipurpose Tunnel through Khardungla Pass. He said project would immensely benefit the locals as well the Army in cost savings on many fronts. Besides, water from the north side of Khardungla will quench the severe water shortage of Leh for irrigation as well drinking. The tunnel can also be used for telecommunication and power grid lines. The Council demanded all weather road across Parang La and said Korzok in Ladakh (J&K), which can be connected with the Spiti in Himachal Pradesh with all weather road across the only pass of Parangla. It said 80 kms of road need to be constructed to connect Korzok and Spiti. This allweather road would connect Ladakh with rest of the country throughout the year. The LAHDC pointed out that Saichan River in Nubra valley is known for causing massive destruction and damages to lives and properties of the inhabitants of the villages situated along the river course due to floods. The inhabitants, since last two decades are yearning for taking up the training works on Saichen River. An expert team from the Central Government needs to be deployed for surveying and estimation. They also demanded Prime Minister Development Package for J&K, with good share to the people of Ladakh region. They also sought immediate intervention of the PM for early starting of works and completion of major projects under PMDP. They included Construction of tunnels at Lachungla pass and Tagnangla pass and Nimu Padum Darcha road (PMRP 2004, completion of project). They also stressed for establishment of Medical College at Leh and said setting up of Medical College in Leh will prove very beneficial to thousands of critical patients who are necessitated to travel to State capitals for treatment. The other demands included Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana, early commissioning of 220 KV Transmission line from Srinagar to Leh, direct Central funding to Ladakh, flood Management Programme for Ladakh, more stress on BADP Programme and National Rural Drinking Water Programme (NRDWP) for the region.
After unleashing corruption Congress leaders now are on their knees: Priya Sethi
Minister of State for Education, Technical Education, Culture, Tourism, Department of Horticulture, Floriculture and Parks Priya Sethi today came down heavily on Congress for what she alleged launching false and frivolous campaign against BJP-PDP coalition government in Jammu and Kashmir State. She said that many former Congress ministers who looted state exchequer and created liabilities worth crores of rupees in various departments are being vocal to gain some foothold.Priya Sethi was speaking after starting development works worth Rs 10 lakh in ward Number 2 of Jammu East constituency. She said having lost ground and facing cases of corruption in State Accountability Commission (SAC), Congress leaders are trying to portray themselves as people’s sympathisers. They are virtually on their knees begging little support from people whom they had cheated and looted during their tenure. Those who got kickbacks even in development works but did nothing substantial during their tenure are today making futile efforts to gather crowds on Jammu streets.She alleged that these very corrupt Congress leaders who doesn’t have any face now destroyed state’s economy, stagnated development, destroyed departments for their vested interests, encouraged nepotism, created liabilities, violated codes, created mess and built their personal empires. They are now roaming in streets to prove their worth which they have already lost. This effort, she added is too little and too late. People have understood their gimmicks and are not going to get swayed away with such tactics now.The present government, Priya Sethi said is functioning according to wishes and wills of people. A clean and transparent government led by Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti has not only restored faith of people in the system of governance but also given sleepless nights to Congress leaders who did nothing for people. They have lost opportunity and now people’s mandate is against them, she said adding that liberal funding from Centre is going to develop all three regions of J&K State equally, now.She started construction of lane and drain near house of Darbari Lal and Rajinder Raji on back side of Rani Kalori Mandir, Jullakha Mohalla and repair of drain near house of Dubey at Ward No.2. Construction of shed at Shani Mandir near Mishra house opposite Rani Kalori Mandir, Jullakha Mohalla and upgradation of lane near Kothi Sheikh Amin at Jullakha Mohalla Ward No.2. These works woth Rs 10 lakhs were all started and departments asked to complete the same in time bound manner.MLA East Rajesh Gupta and State Vice President BJP Yudhvir Sethi was also present on the occasion.Later locals thanked the minister for her cooperation ad starting works in their wards. They also criticised previous government for leaving several works midway. They also appreciated the move of government in completing several projects including Cable Car project which is likely to be inaugurated in the mid of current year.Among others present included Lalit Gupta,Ramesh Gupta,Vicky Gupta,Savita Anand,Tripta Devi, Darshna Devi, Suman, Rajinder Sikka, Arun Sethi, Ramesh Gupta. Sunny Sehgal,Ravi thakur, Saroj, Ajesh Gupta, Govind Sareen, Kirtar Gupta, Gurmeet Singh, Nipun Malhota, Sharda,Gokul Koul, Shashi Sapolia, Subash Sangra, Kirti Singh, Jyoti Mishra Advocate, Kuldeep ji, Satish Kumar
Development Initiatives in Ladakh Will Contribute to Making J&K a Model State: Sh. Vibodh Gupta
Chairman & Chief Executive Councilor of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Mr. Dorjey Mutup today met BJP senior leader and MLC Vibodh Gupta. Both the leaders discussed a wide range of issues and ongoing developmental projects in Ladakh and in other parts of the state. During this meeting, Mr. Dorjey informed that since Ladakh is a unique and difficult region of our state, therefore every leader must try his level best to contribute in whatever way he can in mitigating the suffering of the people of Ladakh. As this area remains cut off from rest of India for almost six months due to the closure of high passes, as a result of this the local population, as well as the pace of development, is affected. On this occasion, MLC Vibodh also congratulated Dorjey Mutup on assuming the charge of Chairman and Chief Executive Councilor of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council. He hoped that under the able and Visionary leadership of Mr. Mutup, Ladakh will march ahead towards the path of growth and development. Gupta also informed Mr. Mutup that since Ladakh is the most strategic location of our state, therefore, it becomes much more important for the state as well central Governments to lay special focus on this region. Vibodh further added that Ladakh because of its unique topography offers tremendous potential for tourism activities. This potential needs to be further harnessed by making a proper roadmap for tourism development in Ladakh. This he said is important as most of the economy of the area is linked to the tourism activities in Ladakh.Laying emphasis on the equal development of all three regions of the state, Vibodh said that development activities in Ladakh besides contributing locally will also contribute in making J&K a model state of India. Both the leaders during their discussions agreed on the fact that Hon’ble PM Sh. Narinder Modi has a special vision and love for J&K and every citizen of the state must avail the tremendous growth and development opportunities created by the Government. During this meeting, Vibodh wished success to Mr. Dorjey on his future programmes for Ladakh and hoped that this will also strengthen the BJP in this border belt of the state. He also hoped that under the able leadership of present CEC of Ladakh, BJP will touch new heights.
BJP NATIONAL PRESIDENT SHRI AMIT SHAH’S LETTER TO CM OF ANDHRA PRADESH SHRI CHANDRABABU NAIDU.
“The decision of TDP to quit NDA is unfortunate as well as unilateral, wholly and solely guided by political considerations instead of developmental concerns of Andhra Pradesh”, Shri Amit Shah writes an open letter to Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu http://www.bjp.org/en/media-resources/press-releases/bjp-president-shri-amit-shah-s-letter-to-cm-of-andhra-pradesh-shri-chandrababu-naidu
MP Jugal Kishore Sharma Calls on Union MoS Road & Transport Mansukh L. Mandaviya
Jugal Kishore Sharma Member of Parliament BJP Lok Sabha Jammu-Poonch met with Mansukh L. Mandaviya Union Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways Govt. of India at New Delhi and discussed various development projects regarding Road Connectivity in his Jammu-Poonch parliamentary constituency.Jugal Kishore Member of Parliament said that roads are major component of development and road connectivity primarily plays a major role in development of each and every countrymen. He discussed the widening and four lanning project of Jammu to Akhnoor and up gradation of road upto Poonch for early commencement of construction work of road.He also discussed major projects under CRF and their approval recommended by the State Government. He urged that all the under going projects should be expedite and fulfilled in time so that the people of the Jammu-Poonch Parliamentary Constituency will get their timely benefit. Moreover he also discussed the construction of Roads and Bridges under Bharat Mala Development Plan.Mansukh L. Mandaviya Union Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways assured Member of Parliament that his demands would be considered on priority and be fulfilled soon.
Member of Parliament BJP Lok Sabha Jammu-Poonch Jugal Kishore Sharma, Mla Akhnoor Constituency Rajeev sharma calls on Subhash Bhamre MOS Defense.
Jugal Kishore Sharma Member of Parliament BJP Lok Sabha Jammu-Poonch along with Mla Akhnoor Constituency Rajeev sharma met with Union Minister of State for Defense Subhash Bhamre at New Delhi and and raised several issues related to Jammu-Poonch Parliamentary Constituency.Jugal Kishore Member of Parliament informed Union Minister of State for Defense Subash Bhamre that the Akhnoor Jourian Road Upto Pallanwala is the major road connecting the border area and observes much traffic hails much traffic and very contested to ply easily to the border area. This road also hails defense traffic and very congested to ply easily to the border area. He urged Minister to start the Construction work for widening pf road from Akhnoor to Jourian Road upto Pallanwala so that people and defense personnel can easily move through on this road. At the same time,he also discussed the issue of public land belongs to army and land beyond the fencing point as the people not allowed to cultivate their land and even not getting any compensation & rent since far.Moreover, Jugal Kishore added that more recruitment drive should be started for the youths of the border area.He also submitted the charter of demands to the Hon'ble Minister.Rajeev Sharma Mla Akhnoor said that the lot of works would be done under Border Area Development Plan and Sadbhawna in the Akhnoor and Chamb border area in previous plans but now the area and population has been increased so more funds would be provided to the cope up with the left over works in the border areas.Subhash Bhamre Union Minister of state for Defense GOI resulted meeting to be fruitful and assured them that their demands would be readdressed and more funds would be provided for the development of the Border Areas.Senior BJP Leaders Ajay Gupta, Balkrishan, Ashok Kumar others were also present.
Better collaboration amongst the party workers need of the hour: Shrey Sethi (State Secretary BJYM)
With an objective of strengthening the Yuva Brigade further for better collaboration to produce fruitful results, Shrey Sethi (State Secretary BJYM) accompanied by Ashish Sharma (State Vice-President BJYM) Abhishek Salathia (State Secretary BJYM) Anil Sharma and Prabhat Singh (Distt. General Secretaries) Neelu Sharma (Mandal President Katra) and Sanjeev Sharma (Mandal President Pouni).had an organizational Tour at Katra and Pouni Mandal of District Reasi in which series of meetings were held with local party workers and Yuva Morcha Volunteers for ensuring collaboration amongst them, Sethi stressed upon party workers to enhance their knowledge about the organization and ongoing developmental schemes so as to elaborate the facts before people especially living in rural areas.Ashish Sharma defined the role of Booth committees (one booth ten youth) and stressed upon regular meetings as per the calendar defined by the party cadre je also highlighted the role of social media before the party workers for better Campaigning and information.Stressing upon the Mega Programme of "Millennium voter Campaign" the same was started today at District Reasi besides the start of Plantation Drive.Sethi as well as Ashish Sharma also hailed the efforts of local representative from the area Minister of State Ajay Nanda for his competency and on ground work.
School renovation initiated by J&K BJP State President & MLA Jammu West Sat Sharma
Improving the infrastructure for the education in the region, J&K BJP State President & MLA Jammu West, Sat Sharma facilitated the renovation of class rooms and other allied works at Government Boys High School, Bakshi Nagar, Jammu.While speaking on the occasion, Sat Sharma said that the growth & the development of any society is dependent upon its level of education and awareness. He said that the schools are not just a transit point in the phase of life, but a target in itself. Using the metaphor of “Mandir” for the school, he said that it is widely acknowledged from the time immemorial that it is very difficult to absorb the essence of life without the approach of good schooling atmosphere around. He also asked the pupils to imbibe the virtues of disciples as they have to prepare themselves for the greater good of the society later on.Sharma also grabbed the opportunity to flaunt the various schemes launched by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi led NDA government for the welfare of the students and the youth. He prompted all the pupils to acquire the vocational skills along with the educational proficiency, so as to excel in life. He maintained that to provide the best infrastructure for the ease of acquiring knowledge by the pupils is kept on priority by him as a responsible public representative.While giving the details of the work, MLA said that the amount spent on present renovation and the allied works in the schools will be around 8 lakh rupees. Principal of the school, Bela Sharma thanked the MLA for his kind gesture for the cause.ExEn PWD Rajan Mengi, JE PWD Rakesh Khajuria, State Treasurer Chander Mohan Gupta, District President Ayodhya Gupta, Bawa Sharma, Naresh Sharma (Montu), Karan Sharma, Rajesh Gupta, Prem Gupta, Rakesh Mishra, Keshav Chopra, Ravikant, Deepak Kumar, Atul Bakshi, Raju Sharma, Sanjay Sahni, Rahul Nargotra and others were among the prominent persons who accompanied the MLA.
State General Secretary (Org) Ashok Kaul addresses ‘Booth Workers Sammelan’ in Bandipora “Work for the welfare of all sections of society”
State General Secretary (Org) Ashok Kaul organized ‘Booth Workers Sammelan’ in North Kashmir’s Bandipora District. The Sammelan was organized by District President Bandipora Sheikh Wasim Bari.Kaul was the chief guest on the occasion, where scores of booth level workers of the constituencies of District Bandipora attended the sammelan.Terming the ‘Booth Workers Sammelan’ as the major boast for party activities, and workers as the face of the party in the public, Kaul reiterated party workers to work hard to strengthen the party cadre at the grass root level by organizing door to door campaign.“Holding the Sammelan of grass root level party workers shows the importance of booth level workers in strengthening the party,” he said, adding, every worker should work extensively on every single booth to ensure maximum participation of people in the party fold.Kaul added party workers are the ambassadors’ and without any discrimination of caste, Creed, region and religion BJP is equally working for the welfare of all sections of society.On the occasion District President Bandipora Sheikh Wasim Bari provided detailed feedback of party activities to the Ashok Kaul.Present on the occasion were: V.C Horticulture and Marketing G.M Mir, Organizing Secretary North Kashmir Mudasir Wani, Protocol Incharge Kashmir Arif Raja, General Secretary Baramulla Mohammad Anwar Khan, District Gen. Secretary Bandipora Sheikh Bashir, Constituency President Baramulla Sheikh Gousia Islam, Constituency President Sumbal Tariq Ahmad Daga and others.
Bharatiya Janata Party district Jammu organized a program at district office in Kachi Chawani Jammu under the chairmanship of District President Baldev Singh Billawaria
Bharatiya Janata Party district Jammu organized a program at district office in Kachi Chawani Jammu under the chairmanship of District President Baldev Singh Billawaria in a program Pay rich tribute to martyars who were eliminated by Isis militants in Iraq (Mosul). The killings of 39 Indians in Mosul (Iraq) by ISIS condemned by Bharatiya Janata Party and senior leader MLA Rajesh Gupta, State-Vice President Yudhvir Sethi & Rajni Sethi Prabhari District Jammu. Two minute silence was observed to mourn the sad demise of people killed whose physical remain ants were recovered from beneath the ground. Baldev Singh Billawaria while addressing the party activists termed there killings as most heinous crime against humanity. He said that the face of ISIS is most bariatric and needs to be crushed with united efforts of all nations of the world. Billawaria said that it was the high time for the international community to arise and frustrate the ugly design of ISIS. He also deplored the roll of Pakistan in supporting and sponsoring the terrorism in its neighborhood. He said that such acts of Isis and Pakistan will not deter India to desist from its known policy of secularism establishment of peace in the world and professing democratic norms. He prayed for eternal peace of deported souls and also for giving sufficient strength to the bereaved families to dear irreparable loss of their dear ones. Vinay Gupta conducted the proceedings of the meeting. Others who pay tributes. Rajesh Gupta MLA, Yudhvir Sethi State Vice-President, Rajni Sethi Prabhari District Jammu, Shiv Kumar Gupata ,Jaswant Singh president Kissan Morcha District Jammu, Reena Salathia, Kulvir Kour, Ramesh Gupta, Bagish Gupta ,Surat Singh Chark, Hari Om Sharma, Hunar Gupta ,Kulwant Singh Bhatti, Raj Kumar Gupta, Neeru Anand, Savita Anand, Anil Massom, Ram parsad Mahajan.
Union MoS Dr Jitendra Singh hosted in New Delhi a luncheon get-together for students from Jammu & Kashmir.
Most of these students belonged to the age group of 14 to 19 years and a large number of them hailed from the terror-affected districts of Kashmir Valley. Nearly all of them were travelling outside the State for the first time in their life.The get-together was a part of the periodic exercise undertaken by Dr Jitendra Singh, from time to time over the last three years, by holding such interactive meets with youth and students from J&K. In an interaction lasting over one-and-a-half hour, Dr Jitendra Singh engaged himself in an informal conversation with the students and also responded to the individual queries made by each one of them.
BJP holds State Office Bearers’ Meeting
BJP to hold state office bearer, executive meeting on 31st March, 1st AprilJammu & Kashmir BJP conducted meeting of its State Office Bearers and State Morcha Presidents to review the ongoing party programmes while discussing the forthcoming party programmes including state working committee meeting in the state.The meeting was chaired by BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma (C.A) along with State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul, State General Secretaries Dr. Narinder Singh, Pawan Khajuria and Harinder Gupta.Sat Sharma, while welcoming all the State Office Bearers in the meeting emphasized that the organization forms the basis of any government, so the prime focus of the party is to strengthen the organization. He said that that all the activists of BJP irrespective of the party responsibility have been working enthusiastically for the advancement of the party without any target on election. He called for increased “Pravas (frequent visits and stay in allotted areas)” by office bearers of party. He said that National President, Amit Shah is also impressed by the organizational outreach in the state of Jammu & Kashmir.Sat Sharma also informed that the State BJP will hold its office bearers and working committee meeting on 31st of March and 1st April respectively. He said that the working committee meeting forms an important part in the programming and implementation of party programmes and policies.Ashok Kaul, while addressing the Office Bearers, said that although BJP has continuously worked for the welfare of the common masses since its inception, but there is a further need to increase the efforts to address the people’s issues. He said that the people of the region have always viewed BJP as their own party, so the party activists have to increase their efficiency and the efforts, while they are in government as they have to balance in between the organization and the government. He particularly emphasized on the outreach of the party’s ideology to the remotest parts of Ladakh, Kashmir and all the hilly areas of Jammu.Dr. Narinder Singh earlier presented the agenda of meeting and threw light on the recent organizational programmes organized in the state.Pawan Khajuria presented complete details of forthcoming office bearers and working committee meeting.
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh today visited the LoC of the poonch sector along with the Chief Minister, cabinet Ministers and senoir officers of Police and adminstration.He also visited the injured and assured full cooperation vis a vis relief and medical assistance.
Member of Parliament BJP (Lok Sabha) Jammu-Poonch Jugal Kishore Sharma visited Village Jadd on the eve of First Navratra and attended Shri Mata Ji Chadi Yatra in Akhnoor Constituency.
Member of Parliament while addressing the people said that these religious functions and festivals play a great role in the part of national integrity and people should unitedly take part in these events. He also visited Village Panjgrain, Baseyra rural part of the Akhnoor Constituency and listen to the problems and demands of the Public.He while addressing the public at village Jayanti said that the Budget 2018-19 announce by Sh. Arun Jaitly Ji Hon'ble Finance Minister under the leadership of our Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi Ji is a blessing to each and every class of the society. The budget is framed in favour of Common Man, Farmers, Youth, Old Age and every citizen of India. He fulfilled the demand of public and announced Rupees Ten Lac for the Construction of Community Hall at Village Jayanti. He added that this Community Hall will be used in every occasions and functions in the Village and adjoining areas.Rajeev Sharma MLA Akhnoor Constituency thanked Member of Parliament for putting his share and efforts for the development of Akhnoor Constituency and said that public should always remain united and their unity will provide share to their own development.Senior BJP Leader Suraj Singh, Jagdish Bhagat, Sobha Ram, Mangal Sharma, Rattan Kumar, Tilak Sharma & others were present at the occasion.
Member of Parliament BJP (Lok Sabha) Jammu Poonch Jugal Kishore held Janta Darbar at Bhatyari
Jugal Kishore Sharma Member of Parliament BJP (Lok Sabha) Jammu Poonch visited village Pathwar ,Ponthal and Bhatyari and held Janta Darbar at panchayat ghar at Bhatyari in Nagrota Constituency.Jugal Kishore Sharma Member of Parliament while addressing said that the Government is working on the agenda of "Sabka Sath Sabka Vikas" and it is the first priority to develop the rural part.The people of Ponthal welcome Member of Parliament and put froth their genuine demand for construction of road.Member of Parliament listened to the demand of village Ponthal, Pathwar, Korga and Bhatyari and directed the administration to make necessary arrangements to sort the problems. He delivered necessary direction to the concerned staff to make Project for Construction of Road Kalyar to Taryar via Pathwar and send them to the higher authorities for approval so that the construction work of road be executed at the earnest He added that the water,electricity and the road are the basic amenities and it is the responsibility of the government to fulfill them by putting the best efforts.Moreover,he said that the BJP Government under the leadership of our great Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi is keen worried to provide the rural connectivity.Executive Engineer PWD Rajan Mengi, Executive Engineer PHE Rural Rajesh Gupta, Executive Engineer PDD Neelam Kumar Singh along with their staff and Senior BJP Leader Om Parkash,Vikas Gupta,Uttam Singh,Balkrishan,Baldev Singh,Mansa Ram,Vijay Kumar,Sansar Singh & others were present at the occasion.
Deputation from Pouni calls upon Health Minister
Deputation of prominent persons under the banner of “Tehsil Pouni Development Forum” in the leadership of BJP State Secretary & local leader, Sanjay Baru met Health Minister of Jammu Kashmir, Bali Bhagat to apprise him of the Health Services related issues of the area.
The deputation asked the Health Minister to raise the Health infrastructure in Tehsil Pouni. They apprised the Health Minister of the very scanty availability of emergency health services in the area. The deputation said that the area caters to the needs of about 80,000 souls. Also in addition to the local population, the area boasts of providing the services to the thousands of pilgrims visiting the famous shrine of “Shiv Khori”. They apprised the Health Minister that there is no major hospital nearby and the ailing and the ill have to move distances for availing simpler surgical purposes. As such they requested the Health Minister to recommend for the upgradation of existing Primary Health Centre in the area.
Sanjay Baru also thanked Health Minister for his prompt action on the matter of providing availability of 2 Doctors in the area. Shortly few days before, the deputation from the area approached Health Minister for the same. Sanjay Baru said that the locals had requested Health Minister for the provision of 2 doctors in the area including one Gynaecologist for the female population of the area, to which Minister acted swiftly.
Bali Bhagat assured the deputation, that the matter will be taken due care in swift and prompt manner. He immediately issued instructions to look into the matter and asked them to prepare the DPR for the same. He said that their every issue related to Health or any matter will not remain unattended.
Vikas Gandotra, Suraj kumar, Parkash Singh, Deedar Singh, Romesh lal, Surinder Kumar, Gurdyal Singh, NHPC Mohinder Singh, Babu Ram, Joginder Singh, Mukesh Salaria, Sanjay Kumar and other prominent members of Civil Society from Pouni also accompanied the deputation.
BJYM KDD organizes Blood Directory Grouping Programme
On the directions of BJYM State president Dr Suresh Ajay Magotra, BJYM Kashmir Displaced District organised Blood Directory Grouping Programme at Muthi.On the occasion, MLC Surinder Ambardar was the Chief Guest while BJP District president Chand Bhat was the guest of honour.BJYM KDD District President Kamal Warikoo along with Incharge Blood Director Programme Vikas Sambyal and Co- Incharge Rinku Choudhary, District Kashmir Displaced Incharge Sanjay Bhat organised the Programme.After inaugurating the camp, the chief guest Surinder Ambardar highlighted the need for conducting such camps in order to create a Directory of volunteers who could donate blood at the time of need. He thanked the public for participating in large numbers & also appreciated the role played by BJYM activists in making the camp successful.The others who graced the occasion were State Vice President BJYM Anu Behnel, District President BJYM West Ashish Sharma, District General Secretary BJP KDD Bharat Bushan Gousain, Ravinder Bhan, Rakesh Sadhu & Puneet Pandita Vice President BJYM KDD, General Secetary BJYM KDD Ravi Mantoo, Secretary BJYM KDD RaKesh Bhat and Sunny Vashnavi and others.
BJYM Jammu organised Blood Directory Programme
BJYM Jammu organised Blood Directory (grouping) programme at Purani Mandi Jammu. Hon’ble Health Minister Bali Bhagat was the Chief Guest on the occasion along with Guest of Honour Hon’ble MLA Jammu East Rajesh Gupta and BJYM State President Dr. Suresh Ajay Magotra. BJYM District President Hari Om Sharma organised the programme, State Secretary and incharge Blood Directory programme Vikas Sambyal was also present on the occasion.Speaking on the occasion Bali Bhagat said that blood directory programme is a great initiative taken by BJYM at State level which is a noble cause and will help people at emergency time. All the peoples who have done their blood grouping should also provide an authentic cards of their blood type so that we can easily get the blood of any type during the case of emergency. He further added that our organisation believes in noble and ground work that is the reason despite having in government at centre and state we are increasing our activities and public programmes day by day among the masses so that we can reach to each and every person on ground who is in need of help.On the occasion Rajesh Gupta said that the youth wing of our party is doing fantastic work in execution of all the organisational and public programmes across the state, BJYM activists has shown the power of youth during recent time, when they organised some big and historic programmes under the leadership of its President Dr. Suresh Ajay Magotra. He further said that Youth is the main backbone of our country and if we want to grow at global platform in any sector we have to empower Youth of this country.Dr. Magotra on the occasion congratulated BJYM Jammu District for organising this programme and said that BJYM is organising these programmes across the state where aim is to identify people along with their contact numbers and blood group so that a Blood Directory is maintained in each district which will help in getting blood during emergency situations.Prominent who were present on the occasion were District President Hari Om Sharma, State Secretary and Prabhari District Jammu Sunny Sangotra, District incharge Blood directory programme Gourav Balgotra Rahul Vaid, Bilal Parray, Rohit Verma, Er. Lalit Raina, Keshav Madeel, Rinku Choudhary, Vikas Sharma, Shodhya Sharma, Akshay Gandotra, Madan Singh, Lavdeep Pathania, Jitender Slathia, Amrish Sharma, Varun Sharma, Prajwal Mahajan, Amit Sharma, Bharat Sadotra, Paras Dogra, Honey Singh, Madan, Rakshak, Sangharsh, Akash, Kavya Gill and many others.
Root cause of Nowshera agitation is appointment of ADC Koteranka accuses BJP
The decision taken by the government to appoint Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) for Koteranka was politically motivated and meant to please a particular vote bank segment alleged Bharatiya Janata Party in a press release issued from the party office. According to Brig Anil Gupta, State Spokesperson, “There was no justification in appointing an ADC to be seated at Koteranka, which became a tehsil in 2014 and is a newly created sub-division of Rajouri District and forms part of Darhal Constituency neglecting the claim of Nowshera, a Tehsil since 1947, which was promised a district status comprising of two constituencies based on the three Sub-divisions of Sunderbani, Nowshera & Kalakote. As per the latest notification of the government Kalakote, an assembly constituency, has been clubbed with Kotranka for rotational ADC, which happens to be part of Darhal constituency. It defies logic. ”There must be certain norms that dictate whether a particular area qualifies for establishing the office of ADC. Arbitrary decisions brew resentment and are against the concept of good governance said Brig Gupta.The anger of the people of Nowshera is justified because they feel cheated for narrow political gains at their expense. While Kotranka was nowhere in contention, it was given preference over Nowshera, which has become the bone of contention and root cause of the agitation. There is no end in sight and a prolonged agitation in the border belt is a big security risk as well said Brigadier Gupta. The government has appointed a six-member delegation of officials to meet the agitators in order to find an amicable solution. The solution lies in cancelling the arbitrary appointment of ADC Kotranka and acceding to the demand of people of Nowshera and Kalakote asserted the press release.
Maharaja Hari Singh Park was inaugurated with great fanfare
Maharaja Hari Singh Park was inaugurated with great fanfare by the Honourable Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti Sahiba along with the Deputy CM Dr.Nirmal Singh Ji on the banks of river Tawi. A statute of the late Maharaja Hari Singh Ji was also inaugurated on the ocaassion along with a library for the benefit of the general public and also the people visiting the park .The entire project has cost 5 crore rupees and has come to fruition due to the efforts of the MLA Jammu East Rajesh Gupta. Rajesh Gupta while speaking on the occasion thanked the Honourable Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti Sahiba along with the Deputy Chief Minister Nirmal Singh Ji for having taken a keen interest in the development of the park.He said that the park would be a source of recreation for the people of Jammu city and particularly the people of Jammu East constituency. Rajesh Gupta said that Jammu East is a densely populated area with limited open spaces for the people to enjoy and the opening of this park today would be a source of great entertainment. Rajesh Gupta said that now he would also work hard to follow up upon the fast development of Tawi River Front project on the lines of Sabarmati River Front project in Ahmedabad Gujrat.
Jatadari Sewa Mandal Phagwara calls on Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh
A deputation of Shri Jatadari Sewa Mandal Phagwara, Punjab, called on Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh.The deputation highlighted several issues related to the smooth pilgrimage of Shri Amarnathji and facilities for the pilgrims like freelangar permissions, upgraded necessary public facilities, utilities enroute the pilgrimage track and around the Holy Cave of Shri Amarnathji.Dr Singh assured them that all the highlighted issues would be looked into and redressed appropriately. He said it is utmost endeavour of the State Government to ensure safety and all necessary facilities to the pilgrims during the entire period of yatra every year.
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh condemns attack on journalists
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh has condemned the attack on senior journalists while discharging their professional duties here today.In a message of solidarity with the media fraternity, Dr Singh said that these types of attacks are highly condemnable and should be condemned by every section of society.
Mubarak Mandi restoration work picks up momentum: Priya Sethi
In order to give fillip to pace of work on Mubarak Mandi Heritage Complex, Minister of State for Education, Tourism and Culture, Priya Sethi chaired a meeting with the Executive body of Mubarak Mandi Jammu Heritage Society (MMJHS) and reviewed the status of ongoing work on the prestigious project of Mubarak Mandi Heritage Complex on Monday evening here.Divisional Commissioner, Jammu, Hemant Kumar Sharma, Secretary Tourism, Sarmad Hafeez, Director, Archives, Archaeology & Museums, Mohammad Shafi Zahid, Joint Director, Tourism, Shauket Ahmed, Executive Director, MMJHS, Sham Lal besides Members of MMJHS along with the experts form heritage consultancy and senior officers of executing agencies attended the meeting.Priya Sethi, who is also the chairperson of executive committee especially for the purpose of restoring prestigious heritage complex in Jammu, said that the Mubarak Mandi restoration work has picked up the momentum in the recent times and disclosed that work on Central Courtyard work has already been taken up and will be completed in record time for the use of public.The Minister took a detailed assessment of the inception report submitted by the Sanrakshan – a heritage consultancy that has been engaged by the recently constituted Mubarak Mandi Jammu Heritage Society (MMJHS) headed by Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti other than Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) for the restoration work of the heritage complex.The Minister asked the consultants to create a vision document for entire complex and accordingly set priorities for conservation and adaptive reuse of buildings.In a way, the consultants will be preparing a Master Plan for the entire Mubarak Mandi Heritage Complex after conservation strategies for each and individual buildings will be worked out.She asked the concerned for swift completion of the work on Royal court and Darbar Hall that is already on finishing stages.The consultants appointed have been asked to first go in for structural investigations started which will be followed by Geo-Technical services for structural assessments of buildings and ground penetrating radar service to understand archaeological remains under ground. Once completed, the radar mapping to document all existing buildings will be done and any deflection will be recorded before initiating work.‘To make a beginning , working on a five year road map serves the purpose but short term strategies involving immediate structural stabilisation including propping wherever needed must be integrated, the Minister said ,adding that, this will at least stabilize all structures and enable the work to begin.Priya asked the concerned to bring in interpreted materials before starting formally and further instructed to light up the dark areas for people to walk in and see the restoration work going on.She directed to carry out the work in such a way that no one will be barred from entering the complex while the agencies are executing the restoration work.The Minister stressed on involving the local communities to bring complete transparency in the entire project.The Minister passed instructions to install lights in the entire Mubarak Mandi Complex so that work could be taken up at any given point of time even in the evening hours as well.During the meeting, a detailed discussion was held on several issues pertaining to restoration of central courtyard, face-lifting of Dogra Art Museum, development of tourist facilities around heritage complex, display of signage boards depicting history of buildings of the heritage complex, requirement of Engineering staff, energy stabilization, illumination of building and general lighting in central courtyard, creation of website and more alike.The meeting was also informed about the conservation master plan, immediate actions, conservation works, electric connection, water supply and civil lines.Earlier, the Minister visited different segments of the heritage complex to have on ground appraisal of the ongoing work in the heritage complex.
BJP’s government is responsive, accountable: Pawan Khajuria
Opposition must do constructive politics
J&K BJP State General Secretary Pawan Khajuria responded to the allegation hurled by Panther Party’s leader as a desperate try to build air castles as it loses ground among the masses. Harsh Dev had earlier mocked BJP for holding “Maha Rally” at this particular time.
Pawan Khajuria stated that by forming the alliance government after last Assembly elections in the state, BJP respected the people’s mandate entrusted in the party by voting enmass in the favour of BJP. He said that BJP feels itself to be answerable to the people of the state and especially to those who have voted for the better future of the state.
Khajuria pointed out that unlike the previous governments where one hand wasn’t ever aware of the action being taken out by other hand and what to talk of the general masses, BJP government stands committed to complete transparency in all the things. This is the reason BJP decided to take its works among the masses on the completion of 3 years of alliance government in the state.
Speaking on the “Maha Rally”, Khajuria said that the motive of the rally was to bring to the notice of general public, of all the development works being undertaken by the BJP’s government since the formation of the government in the state. He stressed that the massive turnout in the rally is itself a testimony to the faith, the people of the region have developed in their own party.
Khajuria said that the leaders of the opposition have nothing concrete to counter BJP on ground. He said that opposition is contributing nothing, as far as the development of the region or the state is concerned. He said that this is the reason they (opposition) are trying to play with fire while flaring out the emotional outbreaks and playing with the people’s sentiments.
Khajuria also advised the opposition leaders to do constructive politics and put forth the role of effective opposition for the betterment of state and the region. He further asked the opposition leader to concentrate energy on the positive approach to the people’s issues.
Land grabbing posing a great challenge: Prof. Virender Gupta
BJP State Spokesperson Prof. Virender Gupta expressed his anguish on the large scale grabbing of government land including that of Forest, that under the control of custodian department, JDA and other state authorities by the people with vested interests and those with special motives to change the demography of Jammu region. “Number of such cases of land grabbing can be witnessed in Bathindi, Sunjwan, Sidhra, Kotwal area etc. in the vicinity of Jammu city and in and around other towns of Jammu province,” he said. He told that in most of the cases the influential people and the musclemen are behind such acts. The Spokesperson quoted the news item appeared in one of the daily newspaper, published from Jammu wherein a Minister is involved in the attempt of grabbing two kanal of prime land worth crores of rupees by musclemen and some of the government authorities, at Bahu Herbal Eco-Park, Mohamaya Forests located on the main Sidhra bypass National Highway. He said with the intervention of Division Forest Officer, Jammu Urban and some of the other officers of Forest Department, the attempt to grab the land was stopped.
Prof. Virender said in the Bantalab and Kotwal area falling under the Marh constituency lot of Custodian land in the possession of allottees or falling vacant is being sold to the people with vested interests. The government land in Bathindi, Sunjwan, Sidhra, Majalta, Chawadi and in some other areas around Jammu city have been occupied or being occupied by the land mafia with the connivance of the authorities. He added that such act of land grabbing with Jammu people remaining mute spectators going to turn Jammu city vulnerable to the anti-national forces. He said that the situation poses great challenge to the security and integrity not only of Jammu province, but whole of Jammu and Kashmir state and should be a cause of great concern for the Govt. of India.
National President BJP Minority Morcha Ab. Rasheed Ansari chaired one day Convention of the BJP State Minority Morcha
A one day Convention of the BJP State Minority Morcha J&K led by Mohd. Sadiq was held at party headquarter which was chaired by the National President BJP Minority Morcha Ab. Rasheed Ansari. BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma was the Guest of Honour. The meeting was also graced with the presence of National Vice-President BJP Minority Morcha S. Akram, BJP State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul, Vice-Chairperson SC, ST, BC Development Corporation Ltd. Balbir Ram Rattan and other senior party leaders.
Meeting started with the lighting of traditional lamp and welcome of the dignitaries.
Speaking on the occasion, Ab. Rasheed Ansari deliberated on the achievements and policies of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi led NDA government especially focussed on the development and the rights of Minorities. He gave important organizational tips to the Minority Morcha activists and prompted them to strengthen the party in the State. He further said that the welfare schemes launched by the party must reach the targeted population who have started on the path of true development and progress in NDA regime.
Sat Sharma, while addressing the Morcha activists, encouraged the party’s Morcha activists to mobilize the basic cadre of the party at booth level to strengthen the party at the grass root level. He asked the Morcha leaders to work with focus on the 2019 general election. He further congratulated the party on the marvellous victory in the North-East by smashing the bastion of the Congress and leftists.
Ashok Kaul threw light on the organizational working of the party specially focussing on the need to strengthen the Morcha. He said that the party is making inroads in all the remotest areas of Jammu- Kashmir irrespective of the region or the community. He also gave the stress on “Victory formula of 44 seats in J&K” for the next elections and role of Morcha activists in achieving the target.
Akram also spoke on the occasion and gave the historical journey of the party. He asked all to learn from the failures and success of the party on various platforms to make the party stronger in their working atmosphere.
Balbir Ram Rattan expounded in detail the schemes of Central government which are beneficial to the SC, ST, OBC and Minority community members. He prompted Morcha members to take these schemes to the targeted population.
Mohd. Sadiq in his Presidential address threw light on the various activities taken up by the State Minority Morcha for the welfare of the minorities in the state as well as for the extension of party activities in every difficult area of the region.
Two minute silence was also observed in the memory of departed soul Mohd. Sharief Malik State Secretary Minority Morcha.
Morcha State General Secretary Tariq Keen conducted the proceedings of stage, where as the note of thanks was delivered by Morcha State General Secretary Gurdyal Singh Bali.
Avtar Singh, Sheikh Bashir, Randhir Singh Bali, Harvinder Singh, Harpal Singh, Haji Taj Khan, Amarjit, Munira Begum, Surinder Singh, Bhupinder Singh, Amarjit Singh, Arshad Ali, Mohd. Maqbool, Javed Rana, Irfan Choudhary, Fauja Singh and others were among the prominent Morcha activists who attended the convention.
J&K BJP holds “Maha Rally”
Celebrates 3 years of governance focussing on BJP’s achievements
Jammu & Kashmir BJP organized a grand rally jampacked by the enthusiastic party activists and general public on completion of three years of its alliance government in the state of Jammu & Kashmir at Dushehra Ground, Gandhi Nagar, Jammu.
The rally was graced by the presence of BJP National Vice-President & Prabhari J&K Avinash Rai Khanna, BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma, Minister of State in PMO Dr. Jitendra Singh, BJP Minority Morcha National President Ab. Rasheed Ansari, MP Lok Sabha Jugal Kishore Sharma, MP Rajya Sabha Shamsher Singh Manhas, Satte General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul, State General Secretaries Dr. Narinder Singh, Pawan Khajuria, Harinder Gupta
MLCs Ashok Khajuria, Speaker Kavinder Gupta, Ministers Chander Prakash Ganga, Sham Choudhary, Bali Bhagat, Ab. Gani Kohli, Sunil Sharma, Ajay Nanda, Priya Sethi, MLAs Sukhnandan Choudhary, Rajesh Gupta, Dr. Gagan Bhagat also shared the dias.
Avinash Rai Khanna, while addressing the rally, said that the BJP has ensured the implementation of every scheme started by the Narendra Modi led NDA government at the very ground level. He said that BJP has worked to see that every single scheme reaches the targeted population. He also prompted the BJP’s Ministers in the state to double their efforts in serving the people of this state and ensure that public again gives them a decisive mandate. He said that the opposition has turned issueless and hence playing with the public sentiments, but today’s public is well aware of ground facts. Earlier, during the rule of non-BJP parties, only members of one family were aware about the funds being provided by the Union government, but now there is total transparency and every citizen has the information about what is being sanctioned for the state.
Dr. Jitendra Singh, in his address, said that the Narendra Modi government has given specific stress on the development of state of Jammu & Kashmir. He termed it as his fortune to get a chance to serve as his Minister. He talked about various major projects like Devika Project, Chattrakala tunnel, increased road links, especially work on road to Himachal. He said that the Centre has given special focus on the J&K.
Sat Sharma in his Presidential address said that the BJP and PDP honoured the mandate given to both the parties in the last assembly elections. He said that the alliance is based on the development agenda for J&K. He mentioned about the Jambu Zoo, Cable Car Project, Circular road and other achievements of the BJP’s alliance government.
Jugal Kishore Sharma embarked upon the various landmark achievements. He discussed about the mega project of Jammu-Poonch National Highway. He also touched the upgradation of Jammu Railway Station with three new platforms. He said that modification of Jammu Airport is underway along with sanctioning of new Airport of the Jammu region.
Shamsher Singh Manhas focussed on the organizational matters and lauded the role of BJP activists in the building of a strong party. He emphasized that BJP’s strong organizational fabric has ensured the end to the long standing discrimination with the Jammu region. He also talked about the multiplied and enhanced defence budget especially focussing on J&K.
Other Ministers also spoke on the achievements of their respective departments and the landmark achievements for the region and the state.
Pawan Khajuria and Harinder Gupta conducted the proceedings of stage.
Meanwhile BJP also released a book named “Jammu-Kashmir Sarkar Ke Teen Saal Bemisaal” on the achievements by the BJP’s Ministers, MLAs, MLCs etc. on the occasion. The book especially focuses on the various landmark achievements by the BJP’s alliance government during last three years.
Besides party activists from different areas and the general public, the rally was also attended by State Office Bearers, MLCs, MLAs, Morcha Presidents, Cell Convenors and other party functionaries.
Quality products enhances city’s reputation: MOS Priya Sethi
Minister of state for education, technical education, culture, tourism, horticulture, floriculture and parks Priya Sethi joined by BJP Vice President Yudhvir Sethi today inaugurated certified gems and jewellery store under the name and style 'Nice Gems' at Auqaf complex. Saihil Maharaj was guest of honour.Speaking on the occasion, Priya Sethi said availability of such certified gems and jewellery besides antique designs of art pieces will not only attract potential customers but also serve as best gift items for the buyers for special occasions. She said Jammu and Kashmir State is becoming self sufficient in all respects and such stores of quality products enhance city's reputation.Congratulating Managing Director of the store Ajay Verma for introducing 'Nice Gems' in Jammu, BJP Vice President Yudhvir Sethi said quality products attract potential buyers and booklet that the store will make good business. He said since the the store is centrally located and houses quality products of varied ranges, is very likely that it will become most favoured destination of those into buying gems and jewellery.Ajay Verma while welcoming the guests apprised them about products available in the store. He said that the store promises not to compromise on quality of products and will serve customers in an honest way. He added that certified gems, silverware and other gift items besides jewellery available in the store is exclusive and Congress with warranty.Earlier Sahil Ji Maharaj showered his blessings and wished the store owners success.Among Others who were present on the occasion Baldev Singh Balowria District President B.J.P, Vinay Gupta, Ankush Gupta, Neeru Anand, Savita Anand, Darshana Devi, Saroj Gupta and others
Why Jammu Kashmir out of step in progressive India?
Crown of India Jammu Kashmir rests not on bed of thorns, but its hostile neighbour with terrorism as state policy is determined to lay it such and burn it in flames consuming its own self. That’s ‘why Jammu Kashmir is out of step in progressive India’ said S.S. Bijral former IGP.Frustrated with tough challenges surfacing for the second most populous country in world, people of India giving a sweeping mandate to PM Narendra Modi in 2014 general elections provided for country’s progressive trajectory. But Jammu Kashmir thanks to hostile self-destructive Pakistan, had to bear with 872 terror incidents in 2015-2017, when 471 terrorists, 201 security personnel and 72 civilians were killed in two years of 2016 and 2017 affecting normal life.Bijral, BJP state spokesperson said the master minds of proxy war unleashed against people of Jammu and Kashmir for third decade continuing are ensuring youth pelt stones on security for get killed to give them excuse of roasting political loaves least bothered about others bloodshed. Citing that there were 4799 stone pelting incidents in 2015-2017, spokesperson said idea of Shah Faisal topping IAS and many more securing merit in All India Services for better future is hardly digestible to neighbouring country holding begging bowl before USA & others.Asserting J&K people welfare is at core of heart of NDA govt, Bijral quotedCM Mehbooba Mufti admitting execution of welfare projects in time is her problem and funding of projects is not. He said Dr Jatinder Singh MoS PMO using his good offices had five years upper age relaxation granted for youth here to take UPSC exams on request of Mehbooba Mufti indicates country wants the backward state to keep pace wi country progress.Bijral said if two industrial corridors, each of investment of Rs 20,000 crores can be undertaken in backward area of UP and another between Chinai and Bengaluru as announced in union budget generating tremendous employment opportunities, there can be third industrial corridor in northern India linking Jammu Kashmir to usher in unimaginable prosperity. But for that there has to be peace with people rising to defeat enemy evil designs.Asserting that gun never ever succeeded in bringing change, he said if for our hostile neighbour the declaration in Jammu Kashmir constitution that the state is an integral part of India is not bearable, let it fight politically shunning violence. That would be well honouring ‘Rabial-ul-Almeen’ reference in holy Quran to God all life is subordinate to.
Issue-less Congress is left with single point agenda: BJP
A press note issued by Bharatiya Janata Party has blamed Congress for all the problems of Jammu region and stated that the state unit of the party has no issues to be highlighted and its leaders follow a single-point agenda of criticising Bharatiya Janata Party. Every opposition party has the right to criticise the ruling party but the criticism should be realistic, constructive, useful and based on facts rather than just criticising for the sake of it according to Brig Anil Gupta, State Spokesperson of the Party. “Even after three years, Congress has failed to digest the humiliating defeat it suffered and the way it was rejected by the people of Jammu region. The party instead of raising major issues of public importance has chosen to maintain stony silence on them and instead keep blaming the electorate for voting for BJP and giving it a huge mandate. The people are not easily going to forgive Congress and its leaders for they hold the party responsible for all the woes being faced by the people of the region,” stated Brig Gupta.Listing the misdeeds of Congress Brig Gupta said that the reality is that these leaders are faced with a dilemma of with which face to confront the people since they were the architects of all their problems. It was Nehru and the subsequent Congress governments at the Centre and State which are responsible for the so called “Kashmir Problem.” Despite having ruled the state and nation for almost four decades or more, the party failed to address the genuine grievances of the West Pakistan Refugees. No serious effort was made by the Party for resettlement of displaced Kashmiri Hindus and other minorities. The POJK and Chhamb refugees were merely exploited as a vote bank but failed to provide them any relief. The long standing demand of the Paharis fell on the deaf ears of Congress leadership. Congress is also responsible for injustice done to the region in respect of creation of new districts. Congress under the leadership of Ghulam Nabi Azad allotted four districts to Kashmir ignoring the advice of Wazir Commission, which was setup after relentless pressure by BJP. Congress has always ignored the interests of the Jammu region including the plight of border and LOC residents. During its regime it did nothing except giving them false hopes and unfulfilled promises. It never thought of creating jobs or establishing institutes of higher learning like IIT, IIM, IIMC, AIIMS and additional Medical and Engineering Colleges which would not only generate employment but enable the youth of the region to acquire degrees from institutes of national repute. Majority of the ministers in the Omar Government had tainted records including involvement in financial irregularities, misappropriation/ diversion of government funds and scams of huge proportion. The Roshini Act scam that caused huge loss to the state exchequer and benefitted a few influential families and bureaucrats was also the gift of Congress. Its leaders and elected representatives are responsible for promoting illegal settlement of Rohangiyas and Bangladeshis in the region.BJP is thankful to the people of Jammu for the huge mandate and is committed to fulfil all its promises. He also stressed that the Party is holding a huge rally at Dusshera Ground, Gandhinagar, Jammu on 11th March, Sunday in which it will present to the people its report card of three years. The last three years have witnessed unprecedented holistic development. The party invites the people to attend the rally in huge numbers to get first- hand account of its achievements.
BJP conducts review meeting ahead of “Maha Rally”
J&K BJP conducted a review meeting ahead of its “Maha Rally” to be organized on 11th of March’2018 at Dushehra Ground, Gandhi Nagar, Jammu which was attended by its State Office Bearers, party MLAs, MLCs, District Presidents, District Prabharis from around the region.The meeting chaired by BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma accompanied by State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul, State General Secretaries Dr. Narinder Singh, Pawan Khajuria & Harinder Gupta, Speaker Kavinder Gupta, Minister for PHE Sham Choudhary saw threadbare discussions to review the preparations for a mega rally to be organized by the party to showcase the achievements by party’s public representatives.Sat Sharma while addressing the meeting focused on the need to take all the party’s achievements to the public. He said that BJP as an organization has always remained on the forefront to struggle for the public causes even when it was not a part of government. He said that after sharing the government in the state of Jammu & Kashmir, BJP has increased its efforts manifold in the mission to serve the public on all fronts.Sharma said that the state has witnessed unprecedented development in last 3 years of present dispensation which was absent in the state for decades. This rally will facilitate the bridge of trust between the party and the public by ensuring that the work for the public reaches the public, added Sat Sharma.Ashok Kaul deliberated all the leaders about the important assignments related to the rally. He also enquired them about the various steps they have taken to ensure the maximum participation of activists and general public in the rally. He focused on the need to ensure that no traffic chaos or any other problem be caused in the vicinity of rally area. He shared his valuable suggestions regarding the various rally management issues. He said that the sole issue of the rally is to take various achievements by BJP’s public representatives to the public and that is to be ensured by sincere efforts by all party functionaries.Harinder Gupta conducted the proceedings of stage.State Vice-Presidents Yudhvir Sethi, Parmod Kapahi, Bharat Bhushan, Rajni Sethi, MLAs Rajesh Gupta, Dr. D. K. Manyal, Dr. Krishan Bhagat, Sukhnandan Choudhary MLC Vikram Randhawa, State Secretaries Sanjay Baru, Rajinder Sharma, Er. Ghulam Ali Khatana, Anuradha Charak, Ashwani Sharma, Nand Kishore, Prof. Varinder Gupta, Brig. Anil Gupta, Arun Gupta, Chander Mohan Gupta, Naresh Dogra, Varinderjit Singh, Jaidev Rajwal, Arvind Gupta, Suresh Sharma, Dr. Suresh Ajay Magotra, Rajinder Singh Chib, Kulbhushan Mohtra, Jugal Kishore Gupta, Arun Chibber, Ayodhya Gupta, Baldev Sigh Billawaria, Omi Khajuria, Brijeshwar Rana, Chandji Bhat, Jangbir Singh, Dr. Pardeep Mahotra and others were among the prominent BJP leaders present in meeting.
Civic action is critical for success of Swachh Bharat Mission: MLA Rajesh Gupta
MLA Rajesh Gupta said that civic action and community mobilisation is central to success of Swachh Bharat Mission. He said this while inauguratingShramdaan activity organised by Directorate of Publicity,Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India atSabziMandi, Parade, Jammu in which NSS volunteers from various colleges of Jammu participated. The Shramdaan was organised with the active support of Jammu Municipal Corporation.Shri Gupta said that it is only by committing ourselves individually and collectively to the cause of Swachhtathat a ‘Clean India’ can be build. All agencies of Government, NGOs, youth, political leaders and various sections of society all have to come together for this initiative so that the goals of Swachh Bharat Mission are achieved.Deputy Director, DFP(J&K Region), Miss NehaJalali while encouraging the volunteers said that keeping public places clean was as important as keeping our homes clean and shramdaan activities like these help in developing and spreading this consciousness. She urged the volunteers to become Swachhta Ambassadors and in taking the message of swachhta and shramdaan to various mohallas of Jammu.Shri Gupta administered Swachhta pledge to the volunteers and led the cleanliness drive at SabziMandi. The volunteers along with officials and workers cleared area with help of JMC workers. Theme based songs by troupes of Song& Drama Division, Ministry of Information &Broadcasting encouraged the volunteers and created a buzz in the area.Gandhi Memorial College of Science, ShriPartap Memorial Rajput College of Commerce and Government Ploytechnic College, BikramChowk participated in the shramdaan activity. Over 100 volunteers and Officials and Staff of DFP, S&DD,DAVP and other media units of Ministry of Information & Broadcasting participated in the cleanliness drive. The Programme was a part of various initiatives being taken by Directorate of Field Publicity and Song and Drama Division of Union Ministry of Information & Broadcasting in collaboration with Union Ministry of Housing &Urban Affairs for mobilisation and awareness related to Swachhta titled ‘Swachh Bharat AbhiyanSwachh Surveksvan-2018’ that is being organised all over the country from 15th Jan to 15th March.
Sh. Balbir Ram Rattan hands over wheel chair to Pak firing victim
Jammu and Kashmir Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes & Backward Classes Development Corporation rendered yet another yeoman’s service to a woman, which will go a long way in betterment of her life ahead.Continuing with his mission of serving the needy and extending help to them, Chairperson of the Corporation, Balbir Ram Rattan, went all the way to village Chachwal of Rajpura Tehsil falling in Samba district and handed over a wheel chair to a woman Vijay Kumari, who was rendered disabled due to firing from across the border. Ironically, she had this disability neither from her birth nor due to any accident, instead due to injuries she received from firing from across the border.When the Vice Chairperson Balbir Ram Rattan came to know of the case about this woman, who was injured in firing from across the border few years ago, he took swift action into the matter. She had become100 per cent disabled and was in need of a wheel chair. The VC approached Red Cross for help and hIs request was honoured within a week. In a prompt gesture, a wheel chair was released for the victim.Balbir, while interacting with Vijay Kumari, said that although she has been rendered physically disabled with almost limited movement of lower body, she is displaying courage to live like others, which is indeed an example for such people who are physically disabled.“Her story is indeed tragic but at the same time, she is an inspiration for other such people who become disabled due to mishaps”, Balbir said adding that this woman has been showing exemplary courage all through her traumatic life.As for providing financial help in the form of loan from the Corporation to Vijay Kumari to set up own earning unit, Balbir asked her to avail the same and become self reliant instead of being dependent upon others.Samba District President Jangveer Singh also accompanied the VC to village Chachwal.
BJP Mahila Morcha held a half marathon on the eve of “International Women’s day”
To mark the importance of women’s role in the society, J&K BJP State Mahila Morcha organized a marathon on the eve of International Women’s Day. The marathon named as “Ek Daud Nay Dour Ki Aur (A run towards new era)”BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma, State General Secretary(Org.) Ashok Kaul, State Vice-President Rajni Sethi, MoS Priya Sethi, MLA Rajesh Gupta, BJP State Mahila Morcha President Purnima Sharma graced the occasion.While addressing the participants, Sat Sharma congratulated women for their role in building new India. He said that women form fifty percent of the population so their role can never be underestimated. He prompted them to come forward and take a lead in every sphere.Ashok Kaul appreciated Mahila Morcha for conducting this half marathon and also congratulated them for their appreciable role in the society.Priya Sethi emphasized on the specific state and centre government schemes which have a specific objective of promoting women’s Health, Education.Purnima Sharma voiced her concern against any type of violence, gender bias and un equal treatment of any kind to the women.Rajesh Gupta appreciated Mahila Morcha for doing very well for women welfare and for party.Mahila Morcha also announced awards for Dr. Mehak National Awardee Younger Scientists Palwi, Vandana, Palak Mohali National General.Rubeda Islan Income Tax Commissioner, Suhaprani Senior Worker of Mahila Morcha.Morcha State General Secretary Veenu Khanna conducted the proceedingsAnuradha Charak, Sanjita Dogra, Suresh Jamwal, Sheela Handoo, Neena, Kamla, Sukntla, Anuradha, Morcha State Team, Morcha District team members, Morcha Mandal team members were present in the event.
Member Legislative Council (MLC), Ch. Vikram Randhawa dedicates lane, drain to public at Khamb
Member Legislative Council (MLC), Ch. Vikram Randhawa, dedicated a lane and drain to the residents of village Khamb in R.S Pura assembly segment.A simple but impressive function was today organized by the local residents at village Khamb in RS Pura assembly segment, wherein, Ch. Vikram inaugurated the newly constructed lane and drain. While speaking on the inaugural function Randhawa said that on the demand of the party cadres he had visited the village earlier and was shocked to see the dilapidated condition of the lanes and drains. He said that none had ever paid any heed towards the genuine demand of the villagers. The people were forced to pass through waterlogged lanes and were living in unhygienic conditions.“Being the Prabhari of the RS Pura district I owe the responsibility of the problems of the people” Randhawa added. The said lane and drain has been constructed at an estimated cost of Rs 10 lakh which was released by the MLC from his Constituency Development Fund (CDF).Randhawa said that the Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP) in Jammu and Kashmir is committed to carry forward the slogan of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi “Sabka Sath Sabka Vikas” to the doorsteps of the people irrespective of caste, colour and creed. Randhawa also appreciated the quality of the work done by the contractor. He said that the taxpayers money should not misused through poor quality works. Randhawa further assured the people that he will continue to render his services to the people of RS Pura district and will enhance his efforts to uplift the underdeveloped hamlets. He also sought the support of the public in this endeavor.The residents of the village appreciate the MLC for fulfilling their demand and assured full support to the Bhartiya Janta Party in the coming future.Those present on the occasion include Brijeshwer Rana, Akash Chopra, Yash Paul Kumar, Anil Kumar, Rajinder Kumar, Rajesh Kumar, Ashok Choudhary, Tilak Raj, Jeet Raj, Krishan Lal and Sanjeev Kumar.
उधमपुर के जिला भाजपा कार्यालय में महत्वपूर्ण बैठक
उधमपुर के जिला भाजपा कार्यालय में एक महत्वपूर्ण बैठक हुई जिसमें प्रदेश संगठन महामंत्री अशोक कौल , प्रदेश महासचिव पवन खजुरिया जिला प्रधान राकेश गुप्ता जिला महासचिव अमित शर्मा व जिला उधमपुर के सभी पदाधिकारी , मोर्चों के अध्यक्ष व मण्डल अध्यक्ष शामिल हुए । इस संगठनात्मक बैठक को संबोधित करते हुए अशोक कौल जी ने कहा कि प्रदेश में कॉर्पस फंड को लेकर एक मुहिम चलाई गई है, जिसमें हर जिला और मंडल स्तर पर इसको लेकर कार्यकर्ताओं को जनता के बीच जाकर पार्टी के लिए फंड जुटाने की बात की गई है उन्होंने कहा कि विश्व की सबसे बड़ी पार्टी के कार्यालय जिला स्तर पर बनाए जा रहे हैं इसके लिए पारदर्शिता रहे और पार्टी कार्यकर्ताओं और समर्थकों से इस राशि के जरिए पार्टी कार्यालय का निर्माण किया जाए । उन्होंने कहा कि उधमपुर में भी एक दो मंजिला भाजपा कार्यालय का निर्माण किया जा रहा है जिसके लिए धन संग्रह की भी आवश्यकता है इसके लिए सभी से सहयोग की अपील की गई है प्रदेश महासचिव पवन खजूरिया जी ने कहा कि इस कार्य को लेकर कार्यकर्ताओं में उत्साह है और कार्यकर्ता घर-घर जाकर धन संग्रह कर रहे हैं। उनका कहना था कि इससे हर कार्यकर्ता का मान सम्मान बनेगा और वह गर्व के साथ कह सकेगा कि वह ऐसी देशभक्त पार्टी का सदस्य है जिसमें हर कार्यकर्ता का समान रूप से योगदान है। उधमपुर में दोमंजिला भाजपा कार्यालय भी कार्यकर्ताओं के योगदान से ही बन रहा है। राकेश गुप्ता और अमित शर्मा ने कहा कि इस मुहिम के लिए पार्टी की गतिविधियों और कार्यालयों के निर्माण के लिए धन राशि एकत्रित की जाएगी सभी से इसके लिए आग्रह किया जा रहा है उन्होंने कहा कि इसको लेकर पारदर्शिता बरती जाएगी और पार्टी के कार्यालय और गतिविधियों के लिए राशि का उपयोग किया जाएगा। इसमें मंडलों के प्रधान बिशनदास , चुन्नीलाल डोगरा, करनैल सिंह के इलावा मंडलों के महासचिव संजय वर्मा ,विकास , मोहन दीवान , नीलम नरगोत्रा , राज ठंडा ,विवेक गुप्ता , कृष्ण लाल , पूरनचंद , अजय, भारती शर्मा , भूषण , नरेंद्र ,महेश, मोहन दराही ,दीपक वर्मा, रमणीक शर्मा, रशपाल सिंह करनैल सिंह ,मिलखी राम जुगल किशोर ,रमेश आदि भी इस अवसर पर उपस्थित मौजूद थे।
Sh. Harinder Gupta chairs BJP State Minority Morcha Meeting, discusses future programmes
BJP State Minority Morcha led by its State President Mohd. Sadiq Khan conducted a meeting at the Party Headquarter, Trikuta Nagar to review the ongoing party programmes undertaken by the Morcha activists and discuss the forthcoming programmes. The meeting attended by Morcha state team, presidents from all district, was chaired by BJP State General Secretary Harinder Gupta accompanied by BJP State Secretary Sanjay Baru, State All Cell Incharge Varinderjit Singh and State Additional Treasurer Arvind Gupta.Meeting especially witnessed the detailed discussions regarding the forthcoming visit of National President BJP Minority Morcha, Abdul Ansari along with Morcha National Secretary S. M. Akram to the state of Jammu & Kashmir on 12th of March 2018.Harinder Gupta, while speaking on the occasion threw light on the organizational matters especially concerned to the Morcha. He emphasized that Morcha constitutes an important organ of the party. He said that Morcha activists ensure the reach of the party schemes and programmes to the targeted population. Morcha members act as eyes and ears of the party in all the issues concerning the communities for which the particular Morcha is formulated.Gupta also directed the Minority Morcha office bearers of the state as well as district to mobilize the cadre and made the visit of National President a grant success. He called upon all the Morcha activists to make full use of the visit by senior leader by taking out important lessons from him regarding organizational working.Sanjay Baru called upon the Morcha members to work in hand and hand with the senior party leaders. He said that the efficient working by the Morcha members will ensure justice to the particular communities as well as the extension of party activities in every section of society. He also prompted Morcha members to review the preparations threadbare regarding forthcoming state visit by Morcha National President.Mohd. Sadiq Khan threw light on the Morcha working and enumerated various forthcoming party programmes for the Morcha. He asked all the district president of the state to ensure the participation of the public belonging to religious minorities in the meeting to be held at party office. He further said that the problems being face by the Minorities in the state of J&K needs to be brought to the notice of the National President and the welfare schemes launched by the BJP government at the centre are to be disseminated among the minority people so that the benefits of welfare schemes reach the target population.Morcha State General Secretary Gurdyal Singh Bali conducted the proceedings of the meeting.Haji Taj Khan, Harpal Singh, Randhir Singh Bali, Asad Malick, Charan Singh, Chanan singh, Javed Rana, Dara Singh, Fauja Singh and others were the prominent Morcha members who attended the meeting.
Corp sanctions loan for Anantnag, Kupwara unemployed persons
Jammu and Kashmir Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes & Backward Classes Development Corporation Limited, has sanctioned financial assistance in the form of loan in favour of two unemployed males and two females of Anantnag and Kupwara districts.The individual sanction letters of the loan were handed over to Kashmir Division Accountant, Babar Wani, by Corporation Vice Chairperson Balbir Ram Rattan, Managing Director, Ravinder Kumar Pandita and Manager Projects, Mohammed Iqbal Kataria, at Head Office, from whom the applicants will collect the same at Srinagar Division Office.The Corporation had received three applications for fresh loan from Mohammed Hussain Chowhan, Shoukat Ahmed Mochi and Miss Khalida Junaid of Anantnag District under Scheduled Tribe and Safai Karamchari categories. Similarly, Mrs. Hameeda Begum of Kupwara District has been sanctioned loan under Safai Karamchari category.After processing the cases, a total of rupees six lakh got sanctioned in favour of the said beneficiaries to set up small units to earn livelihood and be self dependent instead of becoming burden on others.Vice Chairperson, Balbir Ram Rattan, on this occasion, stressed asked the Kashmir Division Accountant to convey to the beneficiaries that whatever has been availed them as loan is to be paid back in monthly instalments and hence every penny need to be utilised properly without wasting any time.Managing Director, Ravinder Kumar Pandita, said that the Corporation is concerned for the economic upliftment of the weaker sections in all the three regions of the state and is making untiring efforts to cover the maximum population of the Target Group adding that more cases are in pipeline and will be cleared at the earliest.
Maintain consistency in learning, attach yourself to a goal: Priya Sethi
Extending her best wishes to students for taking their annual board examinations being conducted by State Board of School Education (BOSE), the Minister of State for Education, Technical Education, Culture and Tourism, Priya Sethi said that each and every student must do his or her best without caring for the end result.The Minister visited several examination centers in Jammu and took stock of arrangements made for students for smooth conduct of examinations. She said that this is for the first time that schools where there are examination centers have been asked to stay off for the day so that incidents of mass cheating or any other kind of disturbance is avoided.Considering the stress of examinations on the students, Priya appealed the parents to not put much examination pressure on their children. The aim shall not be to score only higher grades but to attain the knowledge and contribute towards the welfare of the society and development of the nation.She said that instead of pushing children into unnecessary competitions, they must be asked to do their best according to their abilities. Emphasis should be laid on academics, sports and other hobbies must also be pursued simultaneously so that overall growth of child is developed.Priya Sethi asked children to play sports, do yoga, meditate and build a discipline and consistency in their life.Meanwhile, During her visit to Government Model Central Basic Higher Secondary School, the Minister laid foundation for the Floor tile work as a part of the upgradation programme under state funds for the school. Under the scheme “Strengthening / Renovation in HS/HSS Schools, a total of Rs 9.90 lakhs were released for the renovation of the school which includes the work for laying vitrified tiles and ceramic glazed tiles for store/Bio and Commerce class rooms and classrooms from 9th to 12th standard.The Minister also took a round of the school premises and took stock of available facilities and infrastructure.Citing the importance of maintaining a clean and healthy environment, the Minister announced funds to be released from her CDF for enhancing the sanitation facilities. She said that Prime Minister’s nationwide clean sanitation drive Swachh Bharat Abhiyan is making a solid impact and the schools shall not left behind. She also instructed the school administration for maintaining the green spaces in the school premises.Priya also interacted with the students there and wished them a great success for their examinations.Taking stock of the ongoing work for the Playway wing in the school premises, the Minister directed the school administration to prepare a proper publicity plan to spread the word for the opening of admissions for the Playway wing. She asked them to hold meetings with the local parents to ensure the more number of enrollments.During her visit to Government Primary School, Jullaka Mohalla, the Minister directed the concerned officials to make the school functional by starting the nursery and primary classes.Later, the Minister visited Government Middle School, Digiana and directed for the completion of the ongoing work at the earliest while maintaining the quality norms. Taking serious note of damaged and unsafe structure in the school premises, the Minister directed the concerned officials to prepare a report in this regard.The Minister was accompanied by MLA East, Rajesh Gupta, Joint Director, Education, Charanjeet Singh, Chief Education Officer, Jammu, JK Sudan, Senior Politician, Yudhvir Sethi besides senior functionaries of the concerned departments.
BJP Govts at Centre, State Ushering Development Era in J&K: Dr. Narinder Singh
BJP governments at the centre and state brought agenda of development to forefront for making Jammu and Kashmir a developed state, stated Dr Narinder Singh, BJP State General Secretary.“Previous Congress and National Conference governments in J&K only played divisive politics, looted the state exchequer and made it a “Bimaru State” said Dr. Singh. He said that rhetoric of congress leaders cannot bury facts and figures of BJP’s achievements and contribution for Jammu region. He advised congress leaders for introspection, as to why they could not contribute to the educational, infrastructure development of state. These leaders of Congress should be held accountable as to why they miserably failed in bring prosperity to the region. He said BJP is doing development politics for all and appeasement for none.Dr. Singh enumerated the achievements of BJP and said that the party’s greatest achievement is in making Jammu an “Education Hub” by setting up national institutes namely All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Indian Institute of Technology, Indian Institute of Management and Institute of Mass Communication.Dr. Singh also highlighted the achievements of the BJP-PDP government in doing work on ground for POJK displaced families as Rs 2000 crores have been sanctioned for 36384 displaced POJK families, out of which about Rs 500 crores paid through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) thus eliminating corruption. To eliminate leakages, DBT has been adopted by the government.Dr. Singh said that Rs 400 crores have been sanctioned for construction of 14000 bunkers for border residents and SRO 43 for providing employment to victims of cross border firing. He also told that 1404590 Jan Dhan accounts have been opened in the state and account holders have deposited Rs 526.18 crores in these accounts resulting in financial inclusion of poor to ensure access to financial services.Dr. Singh said that Under Prdahan Mantri Ujjwala Yogna, against the target of 6.67 lakh connections 3.63 lakh gas connections have been distributed to BPL women beneficiaries. For Workers Welfare Board and Jammu and Kashmir employees provident Fund Organisation will implement and enforce 32 Labour Acts and till date 3.2 lakh workers registered and an amount of Rs 275.26 crores disbursed, and minimum wages enhanced for un-skill, skilled and highly-skilled and ministerial staff to Rs 225, Rs 350, Rs 400 and 325 day respectively, he added.For employees Seventh Pay Commission implemented, full pension qualifying service reduced from 28 years to 20 years and family pension benefit extended to unmarried daughters irrespective of age. In earlier regimes of National Conference and Congress, employees used to face police lathi charge for securing their demands, he said.Dr Singh said that present governments at the centre and state are responsive governments and the BJP is working with a mission to make J&K a developed state while touching every aspect with healing hands.
Dozens join BJP in Srinagar, People have embraced party: Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) state general secretary (Org) Ashok Kaul
After visiting different places in north and south Kashmir to organize ‘Booth Workers Sammelan’ in past five- days,Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) state general secretary (Org) Ashok Kaul, addressed senior party workers at party office at Jawahar Nagar here, on Monday.While sharing his five- day experience with party workers, Kaul expressed happiness that people have acknowledged the party’s developmental model. “People are joining the party after realizing its pro people agenda without any discrimination on the basis of creed and caste,” Kaul told the workers. Kaul, Thanked party cadre for turning in huge numbers to attend party activities despite prevailing situation in Kashmir. “You are the ambassadors’ of our party,” he told workers, adding, use party platform to work for the welfare of all sections of society without any discrimination with region and religion. “‘Seva He Dharam Hai’, ‘Insaniyat ki khidmat karna hamara maqsad hai’,” Kaul told workers. Kaul also added that BJP don’t discriminate people on the basis of religion or region. “BJP treats all religions equal that is why BJP has two Muslim cabinet ministers in state,” he said. Kaul reiterated party workers to work hard to strengthen the party cadre at the grass root level by organizing door to door campaign and work for the marginalized section of society.MLC, Surinder Amberdar told the workers to reach out to the youth in Kashmir and involve them in main stream politics. “Youth is the future of a nation, we must encourage youth to join the mainstream,” Ambardar told the workers. On the occasion scores of people joined the party in presence of Kaul. M Y Bhat, G M Sheikh, Shabir Ahmad, Arbaaz Ahmad, Hakeem Sahil, Dr Ghulam Rasool Dar, Javaid Ahmad, Mushtaq Ahmad Najar and professor G M Paul were the prominent faces. Present on the occasion were: State Media Secretary- Altaf Thakur; State president minority morch Mohammad Sidiq Khan; Organising Secretary south Kashmir, Veer Saraf; Protocol incharge Kashmir Arif Raja; office incharge Kashmir Mohammad Tahir Mir; state general secretary Sheikh Bashir; district vice president Srinagar Asif Masoodi, Ashok Bhatt, state secretaries minority morcha Rasheed Aakori and Harbinder Singh; district president Srinagar minority morcha, Silender Singh; G M Sofi and others.
Priya Sethi highlights role of women lawyers in societal reformation
Minister of State for Education, Culture and Tourism, Priya Sethi today said that women lawyers have a vital role to play in the society, especially in dealing with the cases of domestic violence and child abuse.Speaking at a meeting convened by Bar Association Jammu (BAJ) here today, Priya Sethi said women’s entry in legal profession is a remarkable social change which the society has experienced over a period of time. “After medicine or journalism, I see more women joining legal profession and most of them have even proved their mettle during the course of time as well”, said the Minister.The influence of feminism in legal profession, she said though is not new, yet many young girls are nowadays joining law schools all over the country to become good advocates, judges or corporate lawyers. The only regret she said is that almost equal number of boys and girls join law schools, but after passing out only a few girls make it to courts for practicing.The percentage of women among lawyers is not yet encouraging, she said adding in a society where gender discrimination is there and cases of domestic violence besides child abuse are on rise. National Crime Record Bureau status reveals that trial in rape cases is 83%, therefore, the women must come forward in choosing law as their profession to seek justice for these victims. The demand for credible women lawyers in this profession will always remain high, she added.Earlier, on the demand of working women lawyers, the Minister directed the officers of education department to look for a suitable school in the vicinity of high court where a crèche could be opened. Responding to other genuine demands, Sethi asked the core team to prepare the proposal and she will contribute from her constituency development fund.The lawyers presented a charter of demand before the Minister, which included proper and adequate washrooms, lockers, computers for maintaining records and extensions of Bar Room to accommodate more professionals.President, Bar Association Jammu, B.S. Slathia, Advocates, Ms. Surinder Kour, Ms. Radha Sharma, Ms. Monika Kohli, Sachin Gupta, Prem Sadhotra were prominent among those present on the occasion.
Need to create more awareness among STs : Balbir Ram Rattan
Stating that the objective of providing financial assistance to the members of the weaker sections is to empower them economically, Vice Chairperson of Jammu and Kashmir Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes & Backward Classes Development Corporation, Balbir Ram Rattan, said that there is need of going for massive awareness among the Target Groups so that the genuinely deserving people can avail the benefits of various welfare schemes.Balbir Ram Rattan, while interacting with a group of males belonging to the Scheduled Tribes (ST) category at Corporation Head Office, Jammu, shared the loan facility meant for the unemployed people of SC, ST, BC, Notified Minorities, Physically Disabled and Safai Karamchari categories and also briefed them about the procedure for applying for loan. He said that although some sections of the society are familiar with the welfare schemes but the population which lives away from main cities and towns need more awareness.As the majority of the STs are scattered, live in rural and far flung areas, they need more awareness and the Corporation is making sincere efforts to educate the unemployed males and females of this community about the welfare schemes meant for their socio-economic upliftment, Balbir said and added that during the current financial year dozens of vehicles have been provided to the STs besides providing financial assistance in the form of loans, thus helping them in setting up of small earning units as per their comfort and capability.Those who had interaction with the VC were led by Scheduled Tribe State Advisory Board Member Choudhary Haroon and comprised of Mohammed Sardar from Udhampur and Mohammed Rehaz from Reasi.
MLA Jammu East and party chief whip Rajesh Gupta started the development work at Pacca Danga in Ward No 10.
MLA Jammu East and party chief whip Rajesh Gupta started the work of deep drain near Mahalakhshmi Mandir Pacca Danga in Ward No 4 and also started the work of the construction of water tank near Municipal Park Pacca Danga in Ward No 10. The estimated cost of the work is rupees 6.5.lakhs.The JMC officials who accompanied the MLA included AEE Anil Gupta and JE Mohd.Yaseen. Rajesh Gupta while speaking on the occasion said that the model of development given by our Prime Minister Shri Narinder Bhai Modi Ji of sab ka saath sab ka vikaas is being hailed and acknowledged all across the country and the results of the recent elections are a testimony to that.The footprints of BJP in the North East states are a very positive sign for the country.He said that this victory gives us renewed vigour to rededicate ourselves to the task of nation building and in particular the Jammu east constituency.Rajesh Gupta urged the party workers to fan out in all the wards of the constituency and ensure that all the developmental schemes launched by the government are being impimented in letter and spirit. The BJP leaders who accompanied the MLA included Prof. Shyam,Subhash Gupta, Ashwani Sharma, Subhash Anand, Balkrishan, Rajesh Gupta, Chandan Gupta, Vikram Bhasin, Gourav Soni, Subhash Sanghra, Gokul Koul, Rajinder Gupta, Chaman Lal, Shashi Sapolia, Rajinder Sikka, Chaman Lal, Hari Om Sharma, Amit Gupta, Madan Singh and Amit Manotra.
Issue confronting businessmen will be taken up with Govt: Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) Vice President Yudhvir Sethi
Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) Vice President Yudhvir Sethi joined shopkeepers and owners of other businesses including small time vendors in Old city are in protesting against what they called dictatorial attitude of Traffic authorities. The protestors alleged that their articles were destroyed and damaged by the traffic authorities during routine checking.The businessmen and traders of Old City informed Yudhvir Sethi that the traffic officials not only damaged their articles but also abused and assaulted them. They said that this dictatorial attitude of traffic authoriries was hampering their livelihood. They demanded that traffic authoriries must manage their own affairs and leave the work of JMC to its officials.After listening to the grievances of protesting traders and businessmen, Yudhvir Sethi said that government will not tolerate such attitude of officials towards its own people and said that the matter will be taken up with higher authoriries. He asked JMC to first identify special sites for PhariWallas (vendors) and then deal with them accordingly only if they are occupying roads or carriageways.He asked traffic authorities to not to harass vendors and businessmen in Old Jammu City and if they have any issue, the matter can be taken up with elected representatives of Businessmen of all important bazars. However, harassing the traders without any provocation or abusing them will not be tolerated. Yudhvir Sethi assured the protesting traders that their issues will be taken up with higher authoriries that ensured that no one harases them.Earlier the traders raised slogans against the traffic authorities and warned them to not to interfere in other departments. They said that those working in Old City for the last over fifty years have never been treated in such a shabby manner and said that they are in no way hampering any traffic or encriacing upon any carriageway.
State BJP Spokesperson Prof. Virender Gupta endorses public demand of Hiranagar
State BJP Spokesperson Prof. Virender Gupta strongly reacted to the situation created in village Riasana in Hiranagar. He said that whosoever has killed the teenager girl of particular community after committing rape needs to be strictly dealt and be punished as per the law. He further said that whosoever has committed this heinous crime irrespective of his religion, he does not belong to any community instead is the enemy of the whole humanity and a particular community cannot be held responsible for the heinous act. He expressed shock and anguish the way investigating agencies are conducting investigation which has led mass exodus in the area and leading the situation towards deterioration.The atrocities committed by the law and order authorities on the villagers has compelled them to migrate. Those at the high ups required to take cognizance of this fact and should resolve the genuine grievances of the people residing in the village. If the law and order authorities continue to spread the reign of terror, this would result into serious repercussions, making the situation out of control. He said that to satisfy the grievances of the residents of the village and to pacify the situation and avoid its flaring up. Prof. Virender appealed the government to immediately order the CBI or judicial enquiry to save the situation.Meanwhile, Prof. Virender Gupta appealed the general public and leadersof the area to not get swayed by the emotional rhetoric of various agencies and must stand with justice without any prejudice to anyone or any community and let the real culprits be brought to book. He also warned the authorities of any sort of communal overtones in handling the situation.Prof. Gupta, while giving a piece of advice to some ministers who gave irresponsible statements in a section of papers alleging demeaning of professional capabilities of JKP, said that these ministers should not politicized the situation and desist from giving these type of statements. He said that any democratic institution has to respect the sentiments of the general public and in this case ordering CBI enquiry is not going to cause the sky to fall on the ground.
BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma kick starts development work in ward 18
To further the cause of reaching up to the expectations for development of Jammu West Assembly constituency, BJP State President & local MLA Sat Sharma kick started the construction work of lane and drain construction at ward no. 18.State Additional Publicity Secretary Parduman Singh, District President Ayodhya Gupta along with other local BJP leaders, social activists and prominent citizens from the locality also accompanied the MLA during inauguration.While addressing the common masses, Sat Sharma emphasized on the need to pace the ongoing developmental works in every sphere. He prompted the common massed to become eyes and ears for the elected representative to achieve the target.Sharma claimed that the present dispensation headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the centre has pledged to take India on the path of New India. He said that this is a dream come true, when the people have again started to see themselves in the same boat as the government due to the public friendly policies and the concentrated effort to extend every welfare scheme to the most neglected sections of the society. This is an era of rejuvenated hope, people have shredded the chains of hopelessness, MLA claimed.While giving details of the ongoing work in Ward No. 18, Sharma said that the lane construction near Radha Krishan Mandir is being carried out with the help of JMC with the cost of 12.5 lakh rupees. MLA said that he is working with the sole aim of serving the society and the funds will not be of any restraint for the development works in the region.He also instructed the concerned agency to provide the best workmanship in the construction of lane.Ex. Corporator Dinesh Gupta, Ex. Corporator Balwan Singh, Onkar Singh Bose, Sangeeta Gupta, Vijay Sharma, Gurcharan Singh, Manohar and others were among the prominent persons who were present on the occasion.
Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) state general secretary (Org) Ashok Kaul addresses ‘Booth Workers Sammelan’ in Brakpora Shangas Anantnag
BJP victory in North east states signifies party’s model of developmentCongratulating the party high command for winning majority seats in North east states, Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) state general secretary (Org) Ashok Kaul said the party was working for the welfare of people without any discrimination on the basis of creed, caste, religion and region.Kaul was addressing ‘Booth Workers Sammelan’ at south Kashmir’s Brakpora in Shangas constituency of Anantnag district, on Sunday.Kaul, Thanked party cadre for turning in huge numbers to attend party activities despite prevailing situation in Kashmir. “You are the ambassadors’ of our party,” he told workers, adding, use party platform to work for the welfare of all sections of society without any discrimination with region and religion.Kaul also added that BJP don’t discriminate people on the basis of religion or region. “BJP treats all religions equal that is why BJP has two Muslim cabinet ministers in state,” he said, adding, BJP candidates won in Muslim majority areas of Doda, Bhaderwah, Ramban and Kishtwar.Kaul also said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday paused his speech for Azaan during his visit to the new BJP central office after party's stunning victory in Tripura.Soon after he began his speech, Modi told the gathering of enthusiastic party workers that he was pausing for 'azaan', the Muslim call to the faithful for prayer, audible from a mosque.Kaul also paused his speech for Azaan.Quoting Ghulam Nabi Dar, BJP district president Kulgam, Kaul said Dar recently visited party headquarter New Delhi, where he was offered prayer mat (Jahnamaz) to offer Namaz by a party worker. “Dar was also shown the direction of Qubla by a party worker,” Kaul said.District president Rafiq Wani gave detailed feedback about party activities in Anantnag.The jubilant workers also celebrated the party’s victory in north east states by bursting fire crackers and distributing sweets.Present on the occasion were: State Media Secretary- Altaf Thakur; State president minority morch Mohammad Sidiq Khan; Organising Secretary south Kashmir, Veer Saraf; Protocol incharge Kashmir Arif Raja; state general secretary Sheikh Bashir; district general secretaries Anantnag- Ashiq Hussain and Mohammad Maqbool Ganaie; district press secretary Anantnag Pinka Malik; state secretary minority morch Rashid Aakori, district vice- president Atal Gul Mohammad Mir and others.
BJP celebrates NE win, It’s a victory of democracy, reflects people’s mood: Yudhvir Sethi
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Vice President Yudhvir Sethi today said that victory of BJP and its allies in North-East reflects people’s mood all over the country. He said that this is a victory of democracy over violence unleashed by Communists in places like Kerala and other states which now stands nailed.Yudhvir Sethi was speaking at a public gathering in Purani Mandi which was also well attended by party workers drawn from various areas of Jammu. He said that NDA government under the leadership of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his team had worked relentlessly in North-Eastern states, which was why people pinned their faith in BJP and defeated Communists.Rubbishing allegations of opposition parties, the BJP Vice President said they must understand that repeated wins of BJP reflect people’s mood and faith in the party which has given best of governance in the states where it has formed government. This recent victory in NE is also reflective of the fact that people want good governance.‘The model of Good Governance effectively implemented in other states is making BJP win other states and this unending cycle of victories is nothing but sincerity and commitment with which our governments are performing’, Yudhvir Sethi said adding that this is a mandate for peace, stability and development. The voters have voted for including North-east as a part of the national development agenda.Congratulating senior party functionaries, he asserted that NDA government has set up new standards for federalism in the governance and party cadres all over the country are following those principles. As said by Prime Minister, this is also a win for democracy over brute force and intimidation, he added. Those present on the occasion thanked voters of Tripura, Nagaland and Meghalaya for reposing overwhelming support for the BJP, its allies and friendly parties.People of Meghalaya, Nagaland, and Tripura he added have scripted history and more such victories are yet to follow. He asked party cadres to keep working on party’s programmes and policies. These results have indicated people’s mood in coming Lok Sabha polls, trumpet of which has already been blown up by the party. The BJP Karyakarta who were present on the occasion celebrated the victory with enthusiasm and resolved to work industriously on the ground in coming years as well.Among others who were present on the occasion are Vishal Kohli, Ramesh Gupta, Pardeep Baru, Govind Sareen, Gulshan Prajapati, Subash Chander, Ravi Thakur, Ved Padha, Rajesh Dogra, S. Rattan Singh, Satish Kumar, Kartar Chand, S. Harbans Singh, Arun Sethi, Sudhir Anand, Dwarka, Rajesh Bali, Raj Verma, Amit Kapoor, Sat, Om Parkash, Parvesh Kumar and Trilochan Dutt.
Jammu East Mandal celebrated the victory of BJP in the recently held elections in the North East states especially in Tripura and Nagaland.
MLA Jammu East and party chief whip Rajesh Gupta led the victory celebrations along with the party workers throughout the main bazaars of the constituency. Halwa was distributed and fire crackers were also burst to celebrate the victory of BJP in the North East states. The workers and the office bearers of the Jammu East started dancing to the tunes of dhol as soon as the results of the elections became clear in favour of the BJP and it became evident that the party has made big inroads in the hitherto uncharted territory for the BJP. Rajesh Gupta while speaking on the occasion said that the victory of BJP has proved that the mantra of sab ka saath sab ka vikaas is the ultimate philosophy that will lead to the development of the country across all the geographic regions of the state and finds resonance in all the states of the country. All the party cadres of the North East states under the dynamic leadership of Amit Shah Ji and our Prime Minister Shri Narinder Bhai Modi Ji deserve congratulations for the wonderful victory and many more to follow in the coming year.Rajesh Gupta said that this victory also reminds us to rededicate ourselves to the welfare of the people and to ensure that the fruits of development reach the grass root levels and our growth becomes truly inclusive. MLA Rajesh Gupta was accompanied by BJP leaders Prof.Shyam Gupta, Subhash Gupta, Ashwani Sharma, Subhash Anand, Balkrishan, Rajesh Gupta, Chandan Gupta, Vikram Bhasin, Gourav Soni, Subhash Sanghra, Gokul Koul, Rajinder Gupta, Chaman Lal, Shashi Sapolia, Rajinder Sikka, Chaman Lal, HarI Om Sharma, Amit Gupta, Madan Singh and Amit Manotra.
BJP’s Historic Win in the North Eastern Region Will Give a New Momentum to Growth and Development in J&K: Vibodh
BJP senior leader and MLC Vibodh Gupta accompanied by senior party leaders and workers today led a victory procession of BJP in Rajouri town. On this occasion, the party workers celebrated the yesterday’s win of BJP in the north-eastern region by dancing to the drum tunes and by distributing sweets to everyone. Everywhere in the town, there was an atmosphere filled with jubilation and happiness. Addressing the gathering, Vibodh said that yesterday’s historic win of BJP in the northeastern states is a strong endorsement of the Governments works, policies and programmes. This he said is a clear indication of the fact that our country is marching ahead under the able leadership of Narinder Bhai Modi. Vibodh also attributed this win to the excellent strategies of Party President Amit Shah and said that he along with other party leaders worked hard to ensure this victory. While celebrating on the impacts of this win on the state of Jammu and Kashmir, Vibodh said that this win will also give a new momentum to the growth and development in the state of Jammu & Kashmir. He said that every leader and every worker is feeling empowered now. He congratulated everyone present in the victory procession and called upon party workers and leaders to work hard to ensure that BJP is further strengthened in remote and border areas like Rajouri and Poonch. He also cautioned everyone about the fact that such wins also come with the huge amount of responsibility and expectations and expressed his full confidence that the Government will come up to the expectations of one and all. With such type of regular wins, MLC hoped that now day is not far off when India will emerge as a superpower of the world.BJP senior leader and former chairman of the Rajouri Municipality Rajinder Gupta also addressed the gathering and congratulated everyone. While expressing his happiness on the occasion, he said that this is a time for celebration. He called upon everyone to use this win as a stepping stone for making BJP party more strong in every nook and corner of the state. This he said will ensure the overall growth and development of the state. Prominent among others who addressed this victory procession included Atam Gupta, Talib Mir, Jahid Ahmed, Raja Ratan, Amrish Kumar, Nischal Rotra, Bodh Raj, Jasbir Kumar, Sahil Gupta, Makhan Singh, Iqbal Bhat and Rakesh Raina.
Dy. CM congratulates party cadre, credits PM Modi for North-East win
In connection with the Vijay Diwas for the party in recently declared results of the North-Eastern states of India as the party has come with the flying colours for 2nd Holi wit in days of 1st Holi, Dy. CM Dr. Nirmal Singh accompanied by BJP state President & MLA Sat Sharma, State General Secretaries Dr. Narinder Singh and Harinder Gupta held a press conference at party headquarter, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu.Dy. CM congratulated all the cadre of BJP for the impressive poll results in the North-Eastern states as the party makes inroads in the corridor. Dy. CM said that this win comes after a great price that has been paid by the numerous lives laid down by dedicated BJP cadre, who have worked on the very ground level bearing all odds and various threats.Dr. Singh said that this win could not be achieved but for the efforts of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP National President Amit Shah, who have worked tirelessly for the party and common masses.Dr. Singh accredited this success in the North-Eastern states to the strong roadmap fordevelopment of the region that has been put forth by the present dispensation. All thanks to the central leadership, he said and attributed success to the achievements that have been reached in the last 3 years in the region.Dr. Singh said that those propagating hatred against BJP stood exposed in verdict given by the masses and have been answered very sternly by the people to mend their ways.Dr. Singh said that in coming Parliament elections, BJP will scale newer heights under the present leadership. He stressed that the dedicated BJP workers are working day and night for addressing the concerns of the every single segment of the society keeping “Sabka Sath, Sabka Vikas”, good governance, corruption free environment and Zero tolerance to any subversive activity.While replying to the queries put forth by the media persons, he maintained that in the Parliamentary Resolution, it was resolved that only pending issue between India and Pakistan is to take back area of PoJK from illegal possession of Pakistan.While commenting on Congress, Dy. CM said that it always exploited poor people since decades. To save its name from being erased in the history, Congress must take lesson from its performance in Nagaland & Tripura, where it went blank and lost ground.
BJP Mandal Bhaderwah celebrates party victory in North-East
BJP Mandal Bhaderwah under the chairmanship of its president, Ramneek Manhas today celebrated party’s maiden victory in three states of North-East region of India replacing both Congress and CPIM from their respective bastions.The function was organized by Mandal’s city president Raju Charak.On the occasion, sweets were distributed and crackers exploded in the historical Seri Bazar amid jubilation.Giving credit of this historical win to the Prime Minister Modi ji, party’s national president Amit Shah ji, and local party workers, the speakers said that people’s support to BJP was due to the right and positive policies of Modi led government, which people have begun understanding now. They, however, cautioned the party workers not to be complacent and counter the misleading propaganda of the Opposition with full strength.Describing the secularism and progressivism of Cong-Left as farce, they said that just four years of BJP’s peaceful tenure has broken the myth about BJP being a communal party created against it by its opponents. “Believe us; BJP will strictly adhere to its policy of Sab ka Saath sab ka Vikas’ without discrimination”, they assured.Senior party leaders who spoke on the occasion include: District vice president Raj Singh Kotwal and District Kissan Morcha President Raj Singh Charak. And those present were district advisory committee member and senior party leader Balkrishan Kotwal, district and Mandal’s working committee members Anandpal Dogra, Anil Charak,Shiv Kumar Pandita, Ashwani Razdan, Sanraj Bhagat, Sanjay Shan, Bhanu Partap, Shadilal Kotwal, Mandal’s BJYM president Sourav Gupta and Minority Morcha president Mohamad Ameen Mir and others.
Farooq selectively quotes from history to rouse communal passions, blames Patel, Azad and praises Jinnah: Brig Gupta
The communal harmony that prevails in Jammu region is increasingly becoming an eyesore for the valley-centric political parties whose leaders are trying to disturb the already fragile harmony through their provocative speeches thus contributing to the nefarious designs of our hostile neighbor who has made repeated attempts in the past to initiate communal riots lamented Brigadier Anil Gupta, State Spokesperson of Bharatiya Janata Party. Taking serious exception to the statement of Dr Abdullah made at Chamber House, Jammu in which he blamed the nationalist leaders like Sardar Patel and Maulana Azad for the partition of India and praised Jinnah, the real spoilsport, Brig Gupta said that through selective quoting from history Farooq was not only trying to please his vote bank but also triggering communal passions. Dr Farooq referred to Cabinet Mission which visited India in 1946 but conveniently ignored to tell his audience that the demand for Pakistan was made by Jinnah much earlier in 1940,known as “Lahore Resolution”, calling for the creation of “separate states”-plural not singular-to accommodate Indian Muslims whom he argued were a separate “nation”, clarified Brig Gupta. While there was a mass movement against the British Rule in 1942 called “Quit India” movement, Jinnah’s Muslim League allied with the British in exchange for future political safeguards and did not join the movement but nationalist Muslim leaders like Maulana Azad were jailed by the British.Clarifying further Brig Gupta said, “Cabinet Mission failed to secure consensus for its proposal of a loose federation. The idea was rejected by both Congress and the Muslim League, which vowed to agitate for “Pakistan” by any possible means”. This attitude of Muslim League leadership led to communal violence leading to Great Calcutta Killing of August 1946. The communal riots gradually spread to other parts of British India forcing nationalist leaders like Sardar Patel and Maulana Azad to concede to the separatist demand of Jinnah rather than see the entire country engulfed by senseless communal riots. It is also a fact that the partition of India was a result of political ambitions of Nehru and Jinnah in which both were unwilling to concede their personal ambitions.The timing and venue of such a statement from Dr Farooq Abdullah is intriguing in which he tried to pitch the minority versus the majority at a time when the communal tensions are already running high in part of Jammu region? Rather than trying to pacify the matter, is Dr Abdullah attempting to disturb the delicate communal harmony by making such statements, questioned Brig Gupta?DrAbdullah has mastered the art of misquoting from history or distorting historical facts to suit his political narrative but a leader of his stature needs to use discretion keeping in mind the existing ground realities said Brig Gupta. “What was the need to refer to Cabinet Mission, a failed mission that led to Hindu-Muslim riots,” questioned Brig Gupta? The Jammu based NC leaders and members of the Chamber also owe an explanation to the people as they were clapping and cheering the statement of Dr Abdullah that was obviously aimed at creating a rift between the majority and the minority.
भाजपा के गांधीनगर मंडल, सतवारी मंडल व जम्मू ईस्ट मंडल में भारतीय जनता पार्टी को पूवरेतर में मिली शानदार जीत को लेकर समारोहों का आयोजन किया गया
भारतीय जनता पार्टी को पूवरेतर में मिली शानदार जीत को लेकर जहां पूरा देश जश्न में डूबा है वहीं राज्य जम्मू कश्मीर में मंडल स्तर पर जश्न समारोहों का आयोजन किया जा रहा है। इसी के तहत भाजपा जम्मू जिला अध्यक्ष बलदेव सिंह बलोरिया की अध्यक्षता में भाजपा के गांधीनगर मंडल, सतवारी मंडल व जम्मू ईस्ट मंडल में समारोहों का आयोजन किया गया। इस मौके पर बलोरिया ने कार्यकत्र्ताओं को जीत की बधाई दी और कहा कि 25 वर्ष के बाद पूवरेतर में कमल खिला है जो कि इस बात की गवाही देता है कि वामपंथियों का गढ़ माने जाने वाले पूवरेतर ने भी प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी व भाजपा अध्यक्ष अमित शाह की नीतियों को स्वीकार किया है। यानि जो नीतियां भाजपा देश भर में लेकर आई है उसे वे राज्य में सम्मान दे रहे है जहां पर कभी भाजपा को आपना जनाधार खोजना पड़ रहा था। बलोरिया ने कहा कि पूवरेतर की जीत उन लोगों को जवाब है जो लोग यह बात कह रहे है कि भाजपा अगली बार सत्ता में नहीं आएगी क्योंकि भाजपा की नीतियों व नोटबंदी ने इसके जनाधार को चोट पहुंचाई है। बलोरिया ने कहा कि भाजपा की नीतियों व नोटबंदी जैसे निर्णयों से आम आदमी भाजपा के साथ आया है और इसकी मिसाल पूवरेतर में मिल गई है। बलोरिया ने कहा कि इस जीत में पूरा देश जश्न में डूबा है और जम्मू कश्मीर के प्रत्येक भाजपा कार्यकत्र्ता को इस बात पर फख्र होना चाहिए वे भाजपा से जुड़ा है। ऐसे में अब हर भाजपा कार्यकत्र्ताओं को बूथ स्तर पर जाकर और कड़ी मेहनत व लग्न के साथ पार्टी के लिए काम करना होगा ताकि आगामी संसदीय व विधानसभा चुनावों में एक बार फिर से भाजपा राज्य की सत्ता में पूर्ण बहुमत के साथ काबिज हो सकें !
North east victory celebrated at party office Leh
The Historic victory of North east states by BJP is celebrated at party office Leh under the chairmanship of Sh. Tsewang Gonbo district president .while speaking on the occasion Sh. Tsewang Gonbo termed the victory of North east as the end of congress in the nation. It is decided that Tripura and Nagaland and even Magalaya to form government by BJP .For it is the golden time of BJP and sure to form government at the centre in 2019 but it does never meant that we are over confidence but workers have to work harder.The occasion was addressed by. Sh. Gyal P wangyal hon’ble executive councilor for Health LAHDC Leh, Sh. Stanzin Konchok Hon’ble councilor Chushul, Sh. Tsering Angchuk Mandal President Saspol, Sh. Sonam Punchok former councilor Lingshet constituency, Sh. Akbar Thiksay.Sh. Nazir Ahmad district vice president. It was participated by district executives of mahila morcha, yuva morcha and mandal executives from all over the district.Sh. Dorje Angchuk district General Secretary thanked the participants and wish all the members a successful future.Office secretary
BJP State President and MLA Jammu West Sat Sharma (CA) holds Janta Darbar at Puran Nagar
With a mission to provide every possible facility to the residents of his Assembly segmet at their doorsteps, BJP State President and MLA Jammu West Sat Sharma (CA) with the efforts of local residents held a Janta Darbar at Puran Nagar area and interacted with the masses as well in order to know about their grievances and take stock of the remaining works to be done in the areas. Sharma was also accompanied by a large number of people including officials of JMC (Jammu Municipal Corporation), political and social activists of the area while he was interacting with the general public of Ward 31.Speaking on the occasion, Sat Sharma said that a fruitful discussion was held with the locals and many things came up during the public meeting where the locals have stressed upon taking up some utmost important works in the area and it will be seen that these works are taken up and completed in a stipulated time frame.He said that he has directed the officials of concerned departments to take up the pending works in the area around Puran Nagar and if any other area has left behind in terms of develpment, such work should also be taken up in order to provide better infra to the locals of the area.Sharma also announced creation of a Community Hall through his CDF (Constituency Development Fund) scheme for which he announced a sum of Rupees 10.50lakhs. He stated that the work for the same will start soon and will cater to the needs of locals and people from other adjoining areas as well.He also stressed upon promotion of SWACH BHARAT and following the steps of Prime Minister Narendra Modi so that his vision of building a Clean and Green Nation could be achieved .
त्रिपुरा व नागालैंड प्रदेश के विधानसभा चुनावों में मिली जीत पर भारतीय जनता पार्टी के जिला कार्यालय उधमपुर में जश्न का माहौल
त्रिपुरा व नागालैंड प्रदेश के विधानसभा चुनावों में मिली जीत पर आज भारतीय जनता पार्टी के जिला कार्यालय उधमपुर में जश्न का माहौल था । जिसमें भाजपा कार्यकर्ताओं , महिला मोर्चा सहित सभी मोर्चों से आए हुए कार्यकर्ताओं ने इस जीत पर आपस में मिठाइयां बांटी ।इस अवसर पर सभी कार्यकर्ताओं ने ढोल की थाप पर जम कर नृत्य किया । खासकर इसमें महिलाओं का जोश तो देखते ही बनता था। हर तरफ मोदी मोदी की आवाजें आ रही थीं । पूरा माहौल वहां पर मोदीमय हो गया था।इस अवसर पर जिला महासचिव एडवोकेट अमित शर्मा ने कहा कि पूरा देश जानता है कि इन चुनावों में जनता ने विकास को महत्व देते हुए भाजपा को वोट दिया है । हिमांचल और गुजरात में मिली जीत के बाद देश में प्रधानमंत्री नरेन्द्र मोदी के विरोधियों को जबरदस्त आघात पहुंचा है। उन्होंने आगे कहा कि अब देश के 21 राज्यों में भाजपा की सरकार हो जाएगी और अब वो दिन दूर नहीं जब देश के सभी प्रदेशों में भाजपा का कमल खिलेगा । कांग्रेस के अंगर्ल प्रचार और जातिवाद को लोगों ने ठुकरा दिया , तथा एक बार फिर भाजपा में अपना विश्वास व्यक्त किया। इस अवसर पर वरिष्ठ नेता सोमराज , कृष्ण लाल ,नीलम नरगोत्रा , संजय वर्मा , रमणीक , अखिल पराशर , भारती शर्मा , मोहन द्राही , जुगलकिशोर , विनय , गीता देवी , नीलम शर्मा , जगदीश , समक्ष राजपूत , सन्नी कलसोत्रा, आकाशदीप केवल परिहार व बड़ी संख्या में भाजपा कार्यकर्ता मौजूद थे।
J&K BJP celebrates North-East victory with full pomp, show
Jammu & Kashmir BJP celebrated victory of party in North-East with full pomp and show, distributing sweets and dancing at party headquarter, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu.BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma led the celebration along with State Vice-Presidents Parmodh Kapahi, Rajni Sethi, State General Secretaries Dr. Narinder Singh, Harinder Gupta, MLC Vikram Randhawa, MLAs Rajesh Gupta, Dalip Parihar and other senior leaders of the party.Party activists were busy in distributing offering sweets to one another and singing songs as these results are going to raise the tally of BJP ruled states to above 20.Sat Sharma, while congratulating the party workers, said that the all credit of present victory in North –Eastern states goes to the Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP National President Amit Shah. He stated that this win has further cemented the BJP’s claim that it is the only true voice of all the common people from each and every region of country. Sharma claimed that the Indian people have accepted the ideology put forth by the party by their hearts.Sharma said that BJP has always worked with the “Nation First, Party second, Self Last” while keeping focus on the last person living in the most neglected sections of the society. “This is the victory of truth, development and Nationalism”, said jubilant Sat Sharma. He further said that Congress and other parties have clearly signed on their ouster from the Nation. He said that common masses have voted for the ;country rising above the party and other politics.Aseem Gupta, Anuradha Charak, Prof. Varinder Gupta, Arun Gupta, Arvind Gupta, Rajeev Charak, Satish Sharma, S. Virenderjit Singh, Kulbhushan Mohtra, Jaidev Rajwal, Arun Chibber Jugal Kishore Gupta, Rakesh Mahajan, Suresh Sharma, Dr. Pardeep Mahotra, Tilak Raj Gupta, Baldev Singh Billowaria, Ayodhya Gupta, Govind Sareen, Bharat Bhushan Sharma, S. Darshan Singh, Vinay Gupta, J.D. Singh, Harbans Choudhary, Rekha Mahajan, Adv. Bhanu Partap Singh and others were among the prominent leaders present on the occasion.
Jugal Kishore Sharma Member of Parliament BJP (Lok Sabha) Jammu-Poonch laid foundation stone for construction and upgradation of roads in Nagrota Constituency.
Jugal Kishore while addressing the gathering said that PMGSY is the major head funded by Hon'ble Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi Ji and Central Govt. provide the rural connectivity to the interior part of the constituency. Construction and up gradation of road from Village Baleeni to Kattal Batal costing Rs 4.85 Crores stretch over the Length of 6.4 Kms is the genuine demand of inhabitants of the area is now fulfilled. This Road will also provide connectivity to the holy Pilgrimage Bawa Bhaid Dev Ji Dev Sathan in Nagrota also boost Pilgrims and the tourist in the said area.Jugal Kishore also laid foundation stone for construction of road from Tarah to Doa under PMGSY stretch over the length of 5.5 Kms costing Rs 3.01 Crores. He said that this Road connects the interior part of the constituency to the National Highway and people will now get rid of their sufferings. He said that the Central Government is working on the agenda of "Sabka Sath Sabka Vikas" and putting great efforts to provide Connectivity to the rural area by the mean of Pardhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojna.Executive Engineer PMGSY Sanjeev Gupta and Senior leader Nand Kishore Sharma, Hem Raj, Satish Sharma, Balbir Singh, Yograj, Dawarka Nath, Ashu Sharma, Yash Pal and others were also present at the occasion.
State President BJP and MLA Sat Sharma starts developmental works at Rajpura Magotrian
Providing basic infra and relief to the residents of Jammu West, State President BJP and MLA Sat Sharma (CA) along with local residents of the area started developmental works at Lane Number 10, Rajpura Magotrian of Ward 33. The area suffered with a lot of distress before as there was no basic infra for the residents of the area. The BJP MLA also interacted with the locals in the area and on spot redressal of their problems was also done. A large number of people Iincluding officials of JMC (Jammu Municipal Corporation), local residents and political activists were also present.The works will be done under the supervision of JMC at an estimated cost of Rupees 8.50 lakhs and a major boost will be given to internal lanes and drains of Lane number 10, Rajpura Magotrian.Speaking on the occasion, Sat Sharma assured the masses of Jammu West under his tenure no lane and drain in the Constituency will be left behind as public has the right to get basic infra at their doorsteps and the present coalition government in the State is committed to provide the same.He said that similar works are also in progress in many areas and it is seen strictly that people are not deprived of their basic rights and every possible facility is provided to the resident of Jammu West.He also stated that there is no ward left behind in terms of development and major amounts have been spent in all 26 wards of the Assembly segment which has shown that development is running in all spheres of Jammu WestAEE JP Saraf, District Preisdent BJP Ayodhya Gupta, Jeet Angral, Bawa Sharma, Surinder Choudhary, Munish Khajuria, Keshav Chopra, Sat Pal Khajuria and many others were also present on the occasion.
BJYM launched Millennium voters Campaign
State BJYM launched state wide millennium voters campaign at Party headquarters Trikuta Nagar Jammu. This programme was taken by BJYM at National level in which millennium voters will be registered nation wide in each and every corner of the country. BJP State President and MLA Jammu west Sat Sharma CA was the Chief guest on the occasion along with BJYM State President Dr. Suresh Ajay Magotra and BJP State Secretary & Prabhari BJYM Sanjay Baru. The programme was managed by BJYM State general secretary Tarun Sharma, vice-president Ashish Sharma and secretary Shrey Sethi, these all are State Incharges for Millennium voters connect programme. Sat Sharma distributed the forms among the millennium voters who just turned 18 and will cast their vote first time in coming lok sabha elections.Speaking on the occasion, Sat congratulated all the millennium voters, who will cast their vote first time in their life and said that your vote will be a power to whom you allow to serve our country. He said that the decision to vote is a very important and every millennium voter should take it wisely by seeing the pros and cons of decision to which party you are giving opportunity to serve our country. He said our party have taken the initiative to connect with those voter who just turned 18 and will cast their life’s first vote, and we are amazed to see that the youth is inspired by the way Narendra Modi is working and is ready to give BJP another chance to serve the country.On the occasion, Dr. Magotra said that it is the youth who have given our party a chance in 2014 to serve the common masses of country, Youth is the main focus of our Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi and all the Pro-Youth policies of our central government is an real evidence that how much our PM believes on the Youth of this country. The way word Youth have shown a trend in the whole country from the day Narendra Modi government resumes the office shows BJP’s concern for the Youth, so millennium voters should vote wisely as this is the first time they will be using the power of their precious vote.On the occasion Sanjay Baru appealed all the millennium voters to have a brain storming session on the internet and get themselves aware about the working of Modi-led government before they will cast vote. He said that the way our country have risen in the world politics and the way India have formed international relations across the globe shows the concern of BJP about the Youth, as all these steps will be helpful and beneficial for the Youth of the country.This programme of BJYM will be continued across the state in each and every organisational district.Prominent who were present on the occasion were BJYM State general secretary Vikas Choudhary, secretary Sunny Sangotra, Er. Lalit Raina, District President Hari Om Sharma, Ashish Sharma, Akshay Gandotra, Deewakar Sharma, Pawan Kesar, Deewakar Singh, Vikas Sharma, Shodhya Sharma, and many others.
Mahila Morcha will hold women’s marathon on “International Women’s Day”: Purnima Sharma
BJP Mahila Morcha led by its State President Adv. Purnima Sharma accompanied by Morcha State General Secretaries Veenu Khanna and Sanjita Dogra held a Press Conference at BJP headquarter, Trikuta Nagar.Purnima Sharma conversed about the host of issues based on the women empowerment, role of BJP Mahila Morcha in the state and holding of a women marathon “Ek Daud, Rashtra Ke Naam” on International Women’s Day on 8th of March 2018.Purnima Sharma while talking to the media persons said that in today’s scenario the status of women has changed a lot due to the increased awareness in the society. But still much work needs to be done as it can be gauged by seeing the atrocities on women in one or another instance. She emphasized that women have proved their excellence in every field today. Women have made their niche by their commitment and proved to be an asset to any institution, they are working for, she added.Purnima Sharma also shared the moments from the episode of “Mann Ki Baat”, in which Prime Minister Narendra Modi threw light on the “Women leadership and excellence”. She said that in the state of Jammu & Kashmir, BJP Mahila Morcha has always worked for the empowerment and safety with dignity for women.Purnima Sharma also threw light on the importance for celebrating the “International Women’s Day”. She said that it celebrates the social, economical, cultural and political achievements of women. It focuses on accelerating the gender parity across the globe, she said. She also called upon various organizations to work for the cause of women.Purnima Sharma also informed that the Mahila Morcha will hold a women marathon on 8th of March as “Ek Daud, Rashtra Ke Naam”. The marathon will start at Mubarak Mandi and after passing through various parts of the city through old city, will culminate at Mini Stadium, Parade. She stressed that the marathon is focused at projection of women awakening and empowerment through society. Sharma appealed to all the women to participate enmass in the marathon.
Member of Parliament BJP (Lok Sabha) Jammu-Poonch Jugal Kishore Sharma inaugurated Passport Seva Kendra at Rajouri.
Jugal Kishore while addressing the gathering said that the establishment of Passport Office in Rajouri will serve as a boon to the people of Rajouri, Poonch and people of the constituency falling under both the Districts. He said that the people have to face so many difficulties to get their Passport and to come in Jammu for applying and other procedures. The verification and other process in the formation of Passport of the said areas involves so many days and they have to stay in Jammu with no time bound. Now the people will get all these services at Rajouri and their far off demand have been fulfilled. Moreover, he also said that it is a great achievement of Government under the stewardship of Hon'ble Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi Ji and great gift to the people of District Rajouri and District Poonch by Smt. Sushma Swaraj Hon'ble Minister for External Affairs. The Government is forwarding their major steps working on the agenda of "Sabka Sath Sabka Vikas" and establishment of Passport office at Rajouri will play a great role in formation of Transforming India.N.K Shil Regional Passport Officer said that approximately 50 Applications per day will received at Passport Office and it will required 21 days approx. for the little process. He assured Member of Parliament that he and his concerned staff will serve to the people with great mind and hard deeds.Vibodh Gupta, Pardeep Sharma Member of Legislative Council and Ch. Talib Hussain Ex-Member of Parliament also present at the occasion thanked sitting Member of Parliament of Constituency for putting his great efforts for establishment of Passport Office in Rajouri. The people of the area will get great benefit by this act and only the BJP Govt. have fulfilled their far off demand. The people of the area feeling very happy and grateful to their kind leadership.Shahid Iqbal Choudhary DDC Rajouri along with administrative staff, Yougal Manhas SSP Rajouri and senior BJP leader Rajinder Gupta,Wasim Kohli, Dr. Nisar, Shahid. Atam Gupta, Sanjay Dutt, Sardari Lal, Mohinder Singh, Rakesh Raina and others were also present at the occassion.
Corp loanees giving employment to others: Sh. Balbir Ram Rattan
The unemployed youth belonging to the weaker sections of the society, who have set up their own earning units by availing financial assistance in the form of loan from Jammu and Kashmir Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes & Backward Classes Development Corporation, are giving employment to other unemployed males and females. This was claimed by Corporation Vice Chairperson, Balbir Ram Rattan, while inspecting a small unit of Cutting, Tailoring and Embroidery Work in Sidhra area run by one Prithvi Raj, a Scheduled Caste male from village Pargalta of Nagrota Block.Balbir Ram Rattan said that there are a number of successful entrepreneurs who have started small units by availing loan from SC, ST, BC Development Corporation under Direct Financing and Bank Tie Up schemes and established themselves in the market. These people are not only earning their livelihood but providing employment to others, which is indeed a matter of pride for the Corporation as well.Balbir further said that the Cutting, Tailoring and Embroidery Work unit at Sidhra started three years back with a loan of rupees two lakh from the Corporation, has turned out to be a successful unit, where the beneficiary, his wife and three others are earning their bread.The Vice Chairperson stressed upon the beneficiary to educate unemployed males and females in their areas about the welfare schemes of the Corporation and motivate them to avail the benefits and become a self reliant and employer. He expressed hope that the units set up with loan, give employment to more poor, needy unemployed people.Balbir Ram Rattan was accompanied by Jammu District Manager Joginder Paul Atri and Field supervisor Jatinder Singh,
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh in New Delhi attended the BJP’S Chief Ministers Council Meeting
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh in New Delhi attended the BJP'S Chief Ministers Council Meeting at BJP's Central Office in presence of PM Narendra Modi Ji and BJP'S National President Amit Shah ji, several Union Ministers were also present in the day long meeting.
BJP holds District Jammu West Meeting
BJP Jammu West District led by its President Ayodhya Gupta conducted a meeting at party office, Kachi Chawni. BJP State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul chaired the meeting in which he reviewed the ongoing organizational and developmental programmes in the District and also threw light on the forthcoming party programmes.Arrangements regarding the conduction of a mass programme to be hosted on the completion of three years of BJP government in office were also discussed in the meeting. BJP State Secretary Sanjay Baru, State Press Secretary Dr. Pardeep Mahotra, State Add. Office Secretary Tilak Raj Gupta, District Secretary (Org.) Mohan Singh Rana were also present in the meeting.Ashok Kaul, while addressing the meeting sought details of all the major organizational and developmental programmes done in the district recently and asked for the suggestions and the comments of the leaders for improvements. He also asked the leaders to increase their public contact.Kaul also deliberated on the programme on completion of 3 years of term, which will concentrate on showcasing the achievements of BJP’s public representatives during their tenure in public office. He prompted the leaders to sincerely work on the move, as this will ensure the reach of BJP’s achievements to the public. He added that this will counter the miscampaign against the BJP and its leaders by the opposition parties.Kaul concentrated on the need of taking the public friendly schemes launched by the Government at the Centre led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi as well as BJP-PDP alliance in the state. He emphasized that the development which was absent in the last several decades, is now visible on ground in a very short time due to the efforts of BJP.Sanjay Baru also stressed on the need to cement the organizational fabric of the party at the grass root level. He said that the activist of the BJP must acquaint himself or herself with all the schemes as well as the party ideology to successively deliver among the public life.Ayodhya Gupta presented the details of the important tasks being done by the BJP leaders in the District and assured the senior leadership that every party activist is working dedicatedly for the extension of party activities in the area.Mandal Presidents Jeet Angral & Vijay Sharma, Rajesh Gupta, Sanjeev Sharma, Kulbhushan Vohra, Sangeeta Gupta, J. D. Singh, Balwan Singh, Dr. Dineshwar Sharma, Puneet Mahajan, Dr. Akshay Sharma, Kuldeep Mahajan, Ashish Sharma, Jatin Sethi, Deepak Kumar, Neelam Nargotra, Ashi Mahajan, Asha Sharma, Jyoti Sharma were among the other prominent leaders present in the meeting.
BJP believes in development and welfare of public : State General Secretary (Org) Ashok Kaul
On day two Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) state general secretary (Org) Ashok Kaul organized ‘Booth Workers Sammelan’ at Watergam- Rafiabad in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district, where he termed booth level workers as the face of the party in the public.Kaul reiterated workers to work hard to strengthen the party cadre at the grass root level by organizing door to door campaign.Kaul was the chief guest on the occasion, where scores of party workers of the area attended the sammelan, which was organized by Gulzar Ahmad- party’s president for Rafiabad constituency.“Holding the Sammelan of grass root level party workers shows the importance of booth level workers in strengthening the party,” he said, adding, every worker should work extensively on every single booth to ensure maximum participation of people in the party fold.Kaul also highlighted the achievements of Narendra Modi led NDA Government at the Centre and BJP coalition in the state. “We should take benefit from the different schemes meant for general public,” he said.Kaul said party equally worked for the welfare of Muslim community in the country. “Modi Ji reduced the fare for holy pilgrimage for Hajj, which will benefit lacs of Muslim pilgrims’ every year,” he said.Kashmiri Hajj pilgrims’ will get maximum benefits.Kaul said the BJP was concerned for the welfare of general public in Kashmir, because of its consistent efforts ring road for Srinagar city was approved.Quoting Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s today’s address at a conference on 'Islamic Heritage: Promoting Understanding & Moderation', Kaul said every religion promotes human values, and India had been a "cradle of all major religions in the world".Party district general secretary Mohammad Anwar Khan also said on the occasion that dialysis facilities in district hospitals were made available for the patients. “Patients were bound to travel longer distances to avail these facilities, now which is available in district hospitals,” Khan said.He also appealed party workers to educate people about the schemes initiated by Centre and State Governments for the welfare of poor and downtrodden section of society so that maximum deserving people get benefited.Present on the occasion were: Incharge Kissan Morcha Kashmir MM War; Protocol incharge Kashmir Arif Raja; Organising Secretary North Kashmir, Mudasir Ahmad; Hameed Bhat and others.
State General Secretary (Org) Ashok Kaul addresses ‘Booth Workers Sammelan’ in Baramulla
Terming booth level workers as the face of the party among masses, Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) asked its workers to strengthen the party at the grass root level by organizing door to door campaign.The sammelan was held at Dak Banglow Baramulla, where state general secretary (Org) Ashok Kaul was the chief guest on the occasion.The sammelan was organized by party district general secretary Mohammad Anwar Khan.Hundreds of party workers of Baramulla Constituency attended the sammelan.Addressing the Sammelan, Ashok Koul said that holding the Sammelan of grass root level party workers shows the importance of booth level workers in strengthening the party and prompted every worker to work extensively on every single booth to ensure maximum participation of people.Kaul asked the workers to meet the challenge by identifying the respective areas (booths) and strengthen the party.While speaking on the occasion Kaul highlighted the achievements of Narendra Modi led NDA Government at the Centre and BJP coalition in the state. “We should take benefit from the different schemes meant for general public,” he said.Kaul also met a youth delegation and appealed them to stay away from drugs. “A student delegation met me here, who said that maximum number of youth is involved in drugs, which is a cause of concern. “I appeal youth to stay away from drugs and come forward to contribute for the nation building,” he said.Party district general secretary Mohammad Anwar Khan also asked the party workers to educate people about the schemes initiated by Centre and State Governments for the welfare of poor and downtrodden section of society so that maximum deserving people get benefited.After the sammelan, Kaul inaugurated the party new office located at court road in main town Baramulla.Present on the occasion were: state media secretary, Altaf Thakur; Incharge Kissan Morcha Kashmir MM War; Protocol incharge Kashmir Arif Raja; Organising Secretary North Kashmir, Mudasir Ahmad; Incharge Baramulla DD Singh and others.
BJYM conducts Blood Group Testing Camp
In a mission to help the deserving population in need for timely blood transfusion to save the precious lives in case of accidents or other emergency needs, Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) District Jammu West conducted a blood testing camp at party office, Kachi Chawni. BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma was the chief guest on the occasion which was also attended by BJP State Vice-President Rajni Sethi, BJP District Jammu West President Ayodhya Gupta and BJYM State Vice-President & BJYM Jammu West District Incharge Karan Sharma.Sat Sharma while addressing hundreds of youths who thronged the blood testing camp venue to get their blood group tested, said that blood donation is the noblest and the easiest human gesture that can be done by a person during maximum years of his or her life. He said that a single unit of blood donated can be used for several different person according to the components needed during their ailment.He prompted the BJP and BJYM leaders to take forward this message to every nook and corner of the society. He said that the blood donation does not cause any weakness in the body as it is soon recovered by the bodily system but can sure save a precious human life. He also called for making blood donation a routine habit by everyone.Sharma also termed this to be a proud movement when the BJYM activists have come forward and contributed in such activity. He said that this gesture proves that every activist of BJP is working dedicatedly working in the society under the philanthropic leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.Ayodhya Gupta prompted the youth and the BJP leaders to spread the cause of blood donation across the length and breadth of society. He linked this to the Godly act for the welfare of the society.Karan Sharma who organized the programme, said that the youth which forms the backbone of the Nation must come forward for the cause. He said that BJYM will conduct more such camps in future.BJYM District President Jammu West Ashish Sharma thanked all the persons who contributed in making the programme successful.Vikas Sambyal “Blood Group Testing” State Incharge, Rinku Choudhary, Varinder jit Thakur, Vansh Mahajan, Asha Gupta, Pawan Kesar, Balram Singh, Sanjay Sahni, Sanjay Parihar, Kunal Gupta, Puneet Gupta, Balbir Singh and others were also present on the occasion.
Jammu-Bathinda UDAN flight service commences
Affordable air travel will enhance regional connectivity: Priya SethiYudhvir Sethi lauds GOI for Unique connectivity scheme "UDAN"JAMMU, February 27: Minister of State for Education, Tourism and Culture, Priya Sethi and State Vice President BJP Yudhvir Sethi today inaugurated Jammu-Bathinda flight service from Jammu Airport under Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik (UDAN) regional connectivity scheme.The inaugural flight at a subsidized fare of Rs 1230 will operate on both ways. “Flight 9I-611 Jammu/Bathinda will depart from Jammu at 9:15 am to reach Bathinda at 10:20 am and flight 9I-612 Bathinda/Jammu will depart from Bathinda at 10:50 am and will reach Jammu at 12 pm.Speaking on the occasion, the Minister said that the newly launched flight service will provide easy access to religious shrines and other tourism destinations for the people coming to visit the state from Bathinda and its neighbouring regions as well as further boost the trade.Priya said UDAN makes air travel accessible to a wider range of citizens and also enhances connectivity with many more airports across regions. She said that Prime Minister has introduced UDAN with a vision to help common people travel by air and connecting remotest of areas of the country.With the launch of this flight, air services will not only remain confined to elite but common people especially patients who will now be able to use this service for speciality treatment.Priya Sethi said that government's regional airports and routes development scheme with capped-airfares has been well taken by the people. She hoped that more such flights will be started in Jammu and Kashmir where landlocked stations need better air connectivity.She resolved government’s promise to reach out to masses in a bigger way and said that coalition government in the state intends to promote more such schemes that will help common people.
Sh. Balbir Ram Rattan reviews new loan cases of 5 districts
Vice- Chairperson of Jammu and Kashmir Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes & Backward Classes Development Corporation, Balbir Ram Rattan, in a meeting at Corporation Head Office, Jammu, reviewed the status of new loan cases of five districts which include Udhampur, Samba, Kathua, Doda and Kishtwar. He was briefed about number of fresh applications received in each of the said districts by Divisional Manager, Gulam Qadir Khatana and Manager Projects, Mohammed Iqbal Kataria.Divisional Manager Gulam Qadir Khatana told the Vice-Chairperson that the unemployed males and females belonging to the reserved categories have submitted their prescribed forms with related documents for availing financial assistance to set up own earning units. A total of 232 fresh applications have been received in five districts of Jammu Division. In Udhampur District, 52 applications have been received. Similarly, 46 unemployed youth in Samba, 57 in Kathua, 42 in Doda and 35 in Kishtwar District have applied for availing loan from the Corporation.The Vice Chairperson was further informed that interviews to assess the capability of the loan aspirants have been completed in all these five districts and soon the cases would be forwarded to the Head Office for approval and sanction.Manager Projects, Mohammed Iqbal Kataria told that as soon as these fresh cases reach Project Section, each of them would be processed for granting sanction.Vice Chairperson, Balbir Ram Rattan, on this occasion, stressed upon the officials to process the fresh cases in the shortest time and also conduct the interviews in the remaining districts at the earliest so that anyone who applies for the loan is not made to wait for long.
BJP District Jammu west organizes “Holi Milan” programme
BJP District Jammu west led by its President Ayodhya Gupta organized “Holi Milan” programme at the BJP office, Kachi Chawni to commerote the event with full fervor and zeal. BJP State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul graced the occasion with special presence among the BJP activists. BJP State Secretary Sanjay Baru, State Press Secretary Dr. Pardeep Mahotra, State Add. Office Secretary Tilak Raj Gupta, District Secretary (Org.) Mohan Singh Rana were also present on the occasion.BJP activists used the dry colours, flower petals, danced in traditional style and distributed sweets amongst themselves on the occasion.While wishing for good health and prosperous time ahead to the party activists, Ashok Kaul said that the Holi is a festival of colours. He said that these colours give meaning to the life and reason to live happily. He asked all to shun enmity, clash, conflicts and the ego. Holi can only be celebrated in the true colours by understanding its message for love and universal brotherhood, he added. He also prompted the party workers to work for the upliftment of the weaker sections so that they can also celebrate the joy in true essence. On the occasion he prayed that the State of Jammu & Kashmir to progress on the path of development and prosperity.Sanjay Baru also wished the enthusiastic party activists on the occasion and said that this festival of joys teaches us to lead contended lives. It also teaches us to shun the path of violence and hatred and love the supreme power having faith on His creation. He also prayed for communal hormony in the society on the occasion.Ayodhya Gupta also wished all the BJP activists on the occasion and wished for happiness and prosperity amongst all. He asked all the BJP leaders to make a commitment on this day to fight the evil within and work with ever increasing enthusiasm among the public.Mandal Presidents Jeet Angral and Vijay Sharma, Rajesh Gupta, Sanjeev Sharma, Kulbhushan Vohra, J. D. Singh, Dr. Dineshwar Sharma, Puneet Mahajan, Dr. Akshay Sharma, Kuldeep Mahajan, Ashish Sharma, Jatin Sethi, Deepak Kumar, Jyoti Sharma were among the other prominent leaders present on the occasion.
Connectivity Plays Major Role in Development: Member of Parliament BJP (Lok Sabha) Jugal Kishore Sharma
Sh. Jugal Kishore Sharma Member of Parliament BJP (Lok Sabha) Jammu-Poonch Visited village Nud in Samba Constituency and sanctioned Rupees Twenty Lac under convergence for construction of Road from Nud to Taintha in Samba Constituency.Jugal Kishore Sharma Member of Parliament personally viewed the dilapidated condition of the road and listened to the demand of inhabitants of the area.He while addressing the gathering said that the roads play the major role in the development of the rural areas and the demand Road from Nud to village Taintha is genuine and public is suffering a lot due to its bad condition. The construction of road will provide connectivity from Main road of village Nud to Taintha which is the integral part of Samba belongs to Rural Area. He said without connectivity it is impossible to develop the rural part of the country. Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi Ji is putting his great interest to develop the villages and by his hardwork & good dees the country is getting better road connectivity and also developing by other means.The people of village Nud, Taintha and adjoining areas welcomed Member Parliament and thanked for readdressing their genuine demand on priority.District President BJP Samba Jangbir Singh Chiku ,Anchal Singh , Sanjeev Kumar, Mohinder Bika Sharma, Sanjeev Kumar, Surinder Singh ,Roshu Sharma and others were also present at the occasion.
BJYM launched Blood Directory Programme at RS Pura.
BJYM launched its Blood Directory programme in which one day blood grouping camp was organized at village Chakori RS Pura Jammu. This programme was taken by BJYM at National level in which the blood directories will be maintained at District level which will help in getting blood easily during the emergency like situations. Cabinet Minister Sham Lal Choudhary was the Chief guest on the occasion, BJP State General Secretary(org) Ashok Koul, BJYM State President Dr. Suresh Ajay Magotra, BJP State Secretary and Prabhari BJYM Sanjay Baru and BJP District President RS Pura Brijeshbar Rana also graced the occasion. This programme was managed by BJYM State Secretary and State Incharge Blood Directory Campaign Vikas Sambyal.Speaking on the occasion Sham Choudhary appreciated the great initiative of BJYM and said that this is a noble cause which will help the people at District level to get blood easily without any delay during the emergency situations. He said that BJP is the only party which wants to work at ground to help the needy and poor people, our government is doing good for the welfare of the people across the state. Our coalition government is working on the agenda of development to reach the poor and needy in the society, all the projects which are either initiated or is in pipeline by our government shows its concern for the common masses.On the occasion Koul said, our party have a vision to work for the poor and needy and with the ideology of reaching the last needy in the society we are stepping ahead with great enthusiasm. Our organization have given us precious gift of ethics, discipline and will to learn at every step, we are in government at Centre and State but our prime focus to reach to the common masses is still continued so that nobody will remain out of the benefits from our schemes and initiatives for the poor, more and more youth should come forward and give their contribution to make this noble cause a success.Dr. Magotra said, the aim behind maintaining a blood directory at each District headquarter is to identify the Youth who usually donate their blood at the emergency time. When there is need of blood either we didn’t get donor or donor of a particular group, this directory will not only help in getting the blood of particular group but also maintain technically the complete detail of donor and his eligibility for donating next time. Dr. Magotra also appealed to the Youth of the state to come forward and join hands with BJYM in this noble cause.Similar camps will be organized in future at each organizational Dsitrict of BJP. Prominent who were present on the occasion were BJP Mandal President Suchetgarh Swaran Singh Chib, State Executive Member Satpal Pappi, BJYM State Secretary Rahul vaid, State Social Media Incharge Rohit Verma, District President RS Pura Akash Chopra, Rinku Choudhary, Gourav Sharma, Jai Bharat, Amit Choudhary, Naveen Gupta, Anil Kumar, Rohit Sharma, Sachin Chopra and many others.
Deputation of Jammu Central Cooperative Bank Ltd. meets Sat Sharma, Ashok Kaul
Deputation of officers from Jammu Central Cooperative Bank Ltd. Officers Association BJP led by its President Sanjeev Sharma and others visited BJP state headquarter, Trikuta Nagar. The association met with the BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma, State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul, State General Secretary Harinder Gupta to present their issue before the top leadership of BJP. Convenor BJP State Cooperative Cell H. S. Pammi also accompanied the deputation to effectively present the case before the top leadership.Deputation presented their charter of demand before the leadership and apprised them of their concern about the announcement made by Finance Minister Hasseb Drabu about merger of banks during his speech made in the budget session of Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly.The deputation focused on the fact that the Jammu Central Co-operative Bank Ltd., Jammu is working sincerely since its inception in 1914 by his highness Sh. Maharaja Hari Singh for the betterment of Jammuites. They said that this bank presently has the business of 2200 crore rupees and customer base of around 10 lakh people. They said that the move will erode the independent status of the bank and will dilute its purpose.Sat Sharma informed the deputation that this matter is already discussed in internal meeting of party. He assured the deputation that BJP will review the matter in detail once again in the party meeting and take up the matter with the Co-operative Minister Chering Dorjey. He said that the matter will also be appropriately taken up with the Finance Minister. He assured that no such move will be allowed to be taken which will compromise with standard working of the bank.Ashok Kaul also assured that all the concerns of the bank will be taken appropriate care. He said that BJP will make sure that the Identity of age old house is well preserved and it continues serving the society in a better way.Association Vice-President Ajay Singh, General Secretary S. K. Dutta, Sanjay Mahajan, Rajeev Gupta, Randheer Kotwal and others were among the prominent persons who accompanied the deputation.
BJP leaders Arvind Gupta, Kulbhushan Mohtra, Rajinder Singh Chib, Rajnish Jain, Dr. Pardeep Mahotra and others were also present on the occasion.
COMPENSATION TO J&K BORDER VICTIMS
Union MoS Dr Jitendra Singh said here that, following a request made to the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), it has been agreed that the MHA will reimburse all the funds spent by the Jammu & Kashmir State Government to pay compensation for damages and losses to the victims of cross-border firing. Back to the union capital after the weekend visit to the border districts of Kathua and Samba, Dr Jitendra Singh today took a briefing from the officials of Union Home Ministry, led by Joint Secretary In-charge J&K, Gyanesh Kumar. After the briefing, Dr Jitendra Singh said, this decision by the MHA should put an end to the repeated complaints from the State about non-payment or inadequate payment of compensation to the border victims. The delay in providing compensation, he said, can be avoided by the State Government by adopting an expeditious mechanism and seeking prompt reimbursement of funds from the Centre. He also appealed to the State Government to ensure better coordination in order to avoid delay in payment of compensations and said that possibly, an exclusive Nodal Officer for the purpose could be appointed by the State Government in order to put an end to frequent complaints from the border areas.
Altaf, Priya Sethi review functioning of UIET
Ministers ask JU to resume classwork immediatelyThe Government has asked the Jammu University to immediately restart the class work for the students of University Institute of Engineering Technology at the varsity campus to avoid loss of their studies.“There will be no compromise on the career of the students and I will personally oversee the functioning of UIET. The Government will go out of way to provide every concession for the children” Altaf Bukhari said here at a high-level meeting chaired by him to review the issues concerning the newly established Engineering institute.The Minister of state for Education, Priya Sethi Vice Chancellor, Jammu University, R D Sharma, Principal Secretary Higher Education, Dr Asgar Samoon, Register JU MenakshiKelam attended the meeting in presence of a group of students and parents, who called on the Education Minister here today.“The UIET will continue to function at Jammu University Campus Jammu as a constituent college of the Varsity and the class work should be resumed immediately purely in the interest of academic career of the students for the current session” the meeting decided.The Minister further asked the Jammu University to hire a building in future to meet the accommodation needs till the permanent building is established.However, it was resolved that the decision for the establishment of permanent campus of UIET shall be taken separately in a meeting scheduled on March 6, 2018 to be chaired by the Chancellor of the University of Jammu.Meanwhile, the Minister assured the students of every support from him and added “We will go out of way to provide every concession to the children”, he asserted.Altaf Bukhari assured to provide all required financial support for infrastructure, faculty and other staff to the University for running the institute. He asked the JU to submit detailed proposal for the same to be taken up with the planning department.
BJP conducts District Jammu West meeting
J&K BJP led by its State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul along with State Vice-Presidents Yudhvir Sethi & Rajni Sethi, MoS Priya Sethi, MLC Vikram Randhawa and MLA Rajesh Gupta took meeting of Jammu District at party headquarter, Trikuta Nagar to review the ongoing developmental programmes in the District and simultaneously gearing for arrangements of a programme to be hosted on the completion of three years in office.The programme will concentrate on showcasing the achievements of BJP’s public representatives during their tenure in public office. The move is being viewed as of particular importance to reach to the public and counter the mis-campaign against the BJP and its leaders by the opposition parties.While addressing the meeting, Ashok Kaul sought the details of all the major programmes done in the district recently and asked for the suggestions and the comments of the leaders for improvements.Kaul concentrated on the need of taking the public friendly schemes launched by the Government at the Centre led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi as well as BJP-PDP alliance in the state. He emphasized that the achievements of the BJP government must be taken to the public to create the awareness among the masses.Kaul also stressed on the need to cement the organizational fabric of the party at the grass root level. He said that the activist of the BJP must acquaint himself or herself with all the schemes as well as the party ideology to successively deliver among the public life.He prompted all the BJP leaders present in the meeting to increase their first hand contact with the public and maintain that the BJP does not only make contact with the public in the election time but every time in the moment of the joy, sorrow or need.District President Baldev Singh Billawaria presented the vote of thanks.State President BJP Mahila Morcha Purnima Sharma, Vinay Gupta, Jai Deep Sharma, Ankush Gupta, Harbans Choudhary, Hari Om, Hartesh Kumar and others were among the prominent persons present in the meeting.
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh in Jaipur, Rajasthan attended the national level function for youths
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh in Jaipur, Rajasthan attended the national level function for youths organised by Shankra Group of Institutions in gracious presence of Sh. Satya Prakash Malik Governer of Bihar,Sh. Sant Kumar Choudhry President, Shankara group of institutions and Sh. Ashwani Kumar Choub,Union minister.
Member Legislative Council (MLC), Ch. Vikram Randawa conducts extensive tour, listen public grievances
Member Legislative Council (MLC), Ch. Vikram Randawa conducted extensive tour to various areas in Gandhi Nagar assembly constituency.On the request of the inhabitants of Vikram Nagar, Gadi Garh, Chatha Pind and Karan Bagh in Gandhi Nagar assembly segment Ch. Vikram Randhawa today conducted an extensive tour to these areas and listened to the problems being faced by the people.While speaking to the people at various places during his tour Randhawa said that it is a matter of shame for those who ruled the State for 70 years after independence as no development has been carried out. He said that these areas despite few kilometers away from the heart of the city are still underdeveloped and one can imagine the fate of other far off areas. He said the claims of the previous regimes of carrying out all round development were mere slogans to lure the voters.“You are my family and treat me as your family member” Randhawa added while addressing the people and said that Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP) is committed to carry forward the slogan of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi “Sabka Sath Sabka Vikas’ to the doorsteps of the people. He assured the people to carry out various developmental works to ensure the upliftment of the inhabitants of these areas.The locals appreciated the MLC and extended full support to the Bhartiya Janta Party in the coming future.Others who were present on the occasion include S.Jaswant Singh, S.Tirath Singh, S.Assa Singh, S.Daljeet Singh, S.Parminder Singh Ex Sarpanch, S.Harcharan Singh, S.Gurcharan Singh Gurudwara Pradhan, S.Balwainder Singh, Surinder Kumar and Capt Ramesh.
Resolute efforts are underway to tap JK’s immense potential in religious tourism: Smt. Priya Sethi
“Resolute efforts are underway to tap the immense potential for growth in religious tourism of Jammu and Kashmir”. Minister of State for Education, Tourism and Culture, Priya Sethi stated this during her visit to Prachin Mata Temple at Prem Nager here today.Speaking on the occasion, the Minister said that J&K has a vast potential to be a major religious tourist destination as it show cases the perfect bouquet of diverse tradition and culture and several prestigious projects has been initiated to give a boost its tourism sector.Citing various steps undertook by the coalition government, the Minister said that several new initiatives including Ropeway projects, Multilevel parking, developing Bawe, Mohmaya and Peerkho as a tri-shrines on the lines of the idea once conceived by Jambhu Lochan, connecting five shrines and many more prestigious projects are underway to attract more tourists and enhance the pilgrim tourism in the region.The Minister said that the recently held Peerkho mela has attracted a huge crowd and successful conduct of such events will prove to be decisive in development of Peerkho and other such religiously significant places.Priya asked the people who were gathered in the large numbers to pay a visit to the Peerkho to have glimpses of newly inaugurated Shiv Vatika costing Rs 47 lakhs executed by Floriculture department.The Minister stressed on the need of putting in a collective effort by all stakeholders to ensure the holistic development of various places of religious importance in the region through which, not only devotes but more tourists will be attracted which will give a fillip to the economy of the area.Priya said that the state government has included the development of pilgrim tourism in the development plan and is reaching out to the tourists by undertaking several promotional activities in the state as well as outside J&K.She further said that the government is determined on tapping every aspect of tourism in State with special focus on developing the places of spiritual and religious importance to meet the aspirations of people.The Minister said that the government has initiated requisite measures for the development of prominent religious places to improve facilities for the devotees and asked the concerned officers to assess the developmental need of the Temple and further instructed them to put in place a proper mechanism for the development of the spiritual heritage.Speaking on the occasion, State Vice-President,BJP, Yudhvir Sethi called upon the civil society to work jointly with the Government for the welfare of the people without any self interest. He said that it is duty of all haves to help the have not's as selfless services of humanity is the service of God.BJP is working with the agenda of equitable development as development cannot be achieved without taking every section of the society into account, he maintained.Yudhvir further said that every religion teaches its followers to be generous and help the one in need. By doing so, we can serve the right purpose and contribute to the welfare of the society.Later, the dignitaries also served langer to the devotees and paid obeisance at the temple.Others Who Were Present on the occassion Sh. Munish Sharma (Vice Chairman JAKFED ), Sanjeev Sharma Senior BJP Leader, Anil Massom, Shiv Kumar,Vishal Kohli, Ramseh Gupta, Ravi Thakur, Sunny Sehgal , Pardeep Baru , Nipun Malhotra, Sudhir Anand , Ram parkash, Brij Mohan , Amit Kapoor , Neru Anand, Savita Anand, Saroj Devi and Sharda Devi.
JKI employees hail Sh. Haseeb Drabu, Smt. Priya Sethi for pensionary benefits
Expressing their gratitude towards finance minister Haseeb Drabu and education minister Priya Sethi for their efforts in releasing pensionary benefits in favout of hundreds of employees of JK Industries who had been struggling for the past several years, Retired Jammu and Kashmir Industries Employees Association today said that this decision will go a long way in helping thousands of family members sustain and have a dignified life post retirement.The employees had called on Priya Sethi, minister of state for education, technical education, culture, tourism, horticulture, floriculture and parks at her residents today wherein BJP Vice President Yudhvir Sethi was also present. They said that it was after persistent struggle and minister’s intervention that this case of giving pensions to hundreds of employees of JK Industries was agreed upon by the finance minister Hareeb Drabu. They extended their gratitude towards Yudhvir Sethi for pursuing their case vigorously and getting the decision implemented in the larger interest of employees.Speaking on the occasion, Priya Sethi said that coalition government is employees friendly that it was towards this end that finance minister during his budget speech announced enhancement of minimum wages of unskilled workers from Rs. 150 to Rs. 225 and those of skilled labour to Rs. 350 from Rs. 225. A new category of highly skilled worker was also introduced and Rs. 400 was fixed as the minimum wage for them.It was employees’ friendly decision that government released one per cent Dearness Allowance (DA) for employees due from 1st July 2017 and also committed to implement 7th Pay Commission Recommendations from April 1, 2018, which will be effective from 1st January, 2016. Priya Sethi said BJP-PDP coalition government is sensitive enough to understand employees of employees and its towards this end that it wants out own people to live an honourable life.Speaking on the occasion, Yudhvir Sethi said that the cases of pension of JKI employees was pursued from table to table and finally got implemented which now will help several families live honourably and have a quality life. The employee who had given their best part of life to the government will not have to work anymore and they will be entitle to enjoy their pensionary benefits.Yudhvir Sethi said the recent reduction of eligibility for full pension from 33 years of qualifying service to 20 years of qualifying service is also aimed at benefitting employees. Unmarried daughters of the employees, who were hitherto not entitled to receive pension, have also been made eligible to receive pension once the employee and his/her spouse is no more. These employee friendly benefits have been taken by the government keeping in view their needs and minimum resources available to them.Yudhvir Sethi said that now the employees of JKI under SRO 291 will help employees from Jammu as well as Kashmir get pensionary benefits. Over 1300 employees, he said will be benefitted from this decision which has been taken after much deliberations and persuasion. Employees of JK Art Emporium, JK Industries and even JK Handloom, he added besides other departments will now get pensions.Those present on the occasion include Sh.H.S Jamwal (Chairman J&K Industry Employees Association),Ashok Gupta, H.N Baigh,Krishan Lal Sharma,Sham Lal Sharma,Ashraf Chowdhary,B.D Kalsi , S.N Thaper and Kuldeep Gupta
Member of Parliament BJP (Lok Sabha) Jammu-Poonch Sh. Jugal Kishore Sharma dedicate Ambulance for PHC Bharore in Chamb Constituency
Jugal Kishore Sharma Member of Parliament BJP (Lok Sabha) Jammu-Poonch along with MLA Chhamb Constituency Krishan Bhagat Visited Village Bharore and dedicated Ambulance for Primary Health Centre Bharore in Chamb Constituency. Jugal Kishore while addressing the gathering said that the Ambulance was the primary demand of the inhabitants of area and now get fulfilled.Member of parliament said that village Bharore exists at the interior part of Sunderbani and Chhamb Constituency and joins both the constituencies and Ambulance will will serve to the residents of both the Constituencies for common cause.The Ambulance will remain at PHC Bharore and Public should keep and preserve it as their own.The Ambulance sanctioned under Member of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme and costs Rupees Four Lac Approx..Jugal Kishore said that the Government is working on Prime Ministers Narendra Modi's theme of "Sabka Sath Sabka Vikas" and committed to develop the rural parts for equal development.Krishan Bhagat MLA Chhamb Constituency thanked Member Parliament for providing Ambulance at Village Bharore and said that Jugal Kishore is the first ever Member of Parliament who tries to visit integral parts and provide equal share for their development.MLA Chamb also announced to provide transformer for village Bharore.District President BJP Manmohan Singh,Mandal President BJP Jagan Nath,BMO Chowki Choura Vinod, Suresh, Govind Ram,Ex-Sarpanch Narayan Sharma,Parshotama Bawa,Sanjay Sharma,Darshan lal and others were also present at the occasion.
BJYM Chief chaired meeting of District Presidents Kashmir
BJYM State President Dr. Suresh Ajay Magotra chaired a meeting of BJYM District Presidents of Kashmir at Srinagar, Kashmir. The meeting was organized in context of the upcoming programmes taken by BJYM in coming days across the Kashmir.Addressing the meeting Dr. Magotra appreciated the working of BJYM activists of Kashmir and said the way all the young activists are working in entire Kashmir shows the will power and determination of the youth, in spite of having so many hurdles and intolerable conditions against the nationalist forces in Kashmir they are moving step by step with good pace for launching a new era of peace and development in Kashmir. He said that our organizational structure is increasing day by day, the new people particularly the youth of valley is approaching BJP by getting motivated from the policies and ideology of the party.He further have a detail discussion on the organizational matters and programmes with all the District Presidents of Kashmir. He said that in the coming lok sabha elections our party has focused on all the youth who will vote first time in their life. The millennium voters will play an important role and the happiest part is our party have initiated the step of registration of these voters in entire country and we are getting very positive results as most of these voters are highly motivated with Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi and they are openly supporting him, on the same note the BJYM activist will start the registration of millennium voters in Kashmir also. Dr. Magotra also discussed on the formation of Blood group Directory in each district of Kashmir which will help in getting the blood for the needy people in emergency time.Prominent who were present on the occasion were BJYM State Secretary Billal Parray, BJYM District Presidents Srinagar Raja Shoket, Ganderbal Azmat Khan, Baramulla Imran Ahmed Dar, Anantnag Mushtaq Ahmed Khanday and Shopian Raja Waseem.
BJP Yuva Morcha holds district meeting at Reasi
Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) conducted its District level meeting at Dak Bungalow, Reasi to chalk out the strategy for the future programmes and review the functioning of the Morcha in the region. BJP State Secretary & State Prabhari Yuva Morcha Sanjay Baru was the chief guest in the meeting, while Yuva Morcha District President Reasi Rinku Rasyal, BJP Mandal President Reasi Dheeraj Gupta and other senior leaders also attended the meeting.Sanjay Baru, while addressing the meeting said that BJP is the only political party in the Nation which has strictly followed the principle of “Nation First, Party Second and Self Last” in the letter and spirit. He said that the youth of the society forms the backbone of the Nation and as such Prime Minister Narendra Modi has initiated many youth oriented schemes at the war level to keep the Nation’s youth at the forefront in today’s die hard competition.Baru appreciated the constructive efforts being put in by the Yuva Morcha team in the region relating to the issues of the student and the youth. He lauded that they have rallied at the vast level on the ground for the youth welfare schemes like Mudra Yojna, Skill India etc. He also prompted them to conduct sports events in the region to promote the sports culture amongst the youth. He also deliberated about the forthcoming party programmes to the Morch activists.Baru also enquired Yuva Morcha for the work on the millennium voter's list which contains the names of all the youth acquiring the age of 18 years till next parliamentary elections. He also asked them to prepare list of blood donors in their district.Several deputations of the local youth also discussed their problems with the BJP leadership during the meeting.Rinku Rasyal detailed about the activities taken by the BJYM activists in the region. He said that the Morcha activists have dedicatedly taken up all the Centrally sponsored schemes to the youth of the region so that they could reach the targeted population.Karan Dev Singh, Subash Kumar, Surinder Sharma, Ankush Nagotra, Ashwani Sharma, Ganesh Kumar, Dharam Chand, Pawan Singh, Anil Kumar, Sanjay Singh, Ankush Kumar and others were among the prominent persons present in the meeting.
BJP delegation visits Nowshera, Sunderbani, assures action
To end the deadlock created due to the agitation by people of Nowshera and Suderbani Sub-Division for the district status, BJP delegation comprising of senior BJP leaders led by its State President & MLA Sat Sharma along with MP Jugal Kishore Sharma, Minister for Health & Medical Education Bali Bhagat, Minister for PHE, Irrigation & Flood Control Sham Choudhary, Minister for Animal, Sheep Husbandry & Fisheries Abdul Ghani Kohli, BJP State Vice-President Yudhvir Sethi and MLA Ravinder Raina met with the Nowshera Union Committee. Officers from the state machinery including DC and SSP were also present in the meeting.It is pertinent to mention here that the Nowshera residents are demanding district status so as to have direct and easy access to the various administrative facilities for the last 8 days. The demand has been fully endorsed by the local BJP unit with its MLA Ravinder Raina extending support to the cause.Sat Sharma while addressing the Nowshera Union committee comprising of Beopaar Mandal, Sanatan Dharam Sabha and other social organization assured the protesting masses that their demands will be worked by BJP at the party level within 10 days. He assured them that they must look out for positive outcome till 10th of March 2018. Sharma said that BJP has always taken up public concern issues with cent per cent dedication. It is the first and foremost duty of BJP to address people’s aspiration and that’s the sole reason for continued win of BJP in all the major states of Nation, he added. He assured of equal and justified treatment to all the regions similar to Kotranka.Bali Bhagat also assured the protesting people that their demand will be taken up by the concerned BJP legislators in the State Cabinet to bring out favourable outcome. He said that their demands regarding Additional Deputy Commissioner and others will be appropriately addressed by the BJP with no favoritism.Meanwhile the BJP leaders also conducting a public meeting with the local people at Sunderbani while assuring them that their all the genuine demands will be addressed promptly.
Omar desperate for political mileage from monstrous crime: Brig. Gupta
“Former CM & sitting MLA Omar Abdullah must decide what he believes, before he sermonizes” said J&K BJP State Spokesperson Brig. (Retd.) Anil Gupta.Gupta was responding to a tweet by Omar Abdullah, in which the latter almost accused the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) of prejudice. Gupta said that it is rather important to see that the person who is trying to make political ground by fiddling into the sensitive matters like rape. “Political mileage from monstrous crime”, Gupta alleged.Gupta said that it is indeed a matter of shame, as the society irrespective of political affiliations must stand univocally against the grave sin and rather demand highly professional attitude in putting the culprits behind the bars.Gupta said that Omar Abdullah has taken oath of Constitution and having this sarcastic attitude for a Central Agency for manufacturing attack on competitor political party on a sensitive issue, is a new depth of disgrace. He also said during the earlier times Abdullah did not reflect no such anger while he was in power and enjoying all luxuries. He said that Omar knows that CBI is also investigating the JKCA scam involving the senior Abdullah. He is possibly trying to malign the CBI with intent to question it’s finding in the JKCA scam, lamented Brig. Gupta.Gupta said that rather it should be welcomed that a premier Central Agency is being given entry into the case to ensure that justice prevails. He warned that it has become the habit of certain persons to fiddle with sensitive issues sometimes tactical and other times social which often lead to the grave situations.Gupta also targeted some valley based so called intellectuals and political leaders for a desperate bid to give communal colour to the heinous crime. Gupta alleged that dividing on the communal and regional lines and cultivating profit has remained the character of some double faceted people. He further said that certain vested interests have become judgemental even before the court verdict is out conceptualizing hypothetical situation which goes in accordance with their very own ultier motives.
PoJK Refugees must be included in the Pahari Reservation: Dr. Narinder Singh
J&K BJP State General Secretary Dr. Narinder Singh batted for the inclusion of PoJK Refugees in the reservation benefit extended to the Pahari speaking people.Pertinent to mention that J&K State Cabinet approved the J&K Reservation (amendment) Bill 18 of 2014 that extends 3 percent reservation to the Pahari Community.Dr. Singh said that it is a matter of appreciation that all the Paharis could enjoy the benefits which will be accorded to them after this. This would provide an equal platform to the Paharis like those of SC/ST/OBC for competing in this fast world.But at the same time Dr. Singh pointed out that the refugee population from Pakistan occupied Jammu & Kashmir (PoJK) which includes population from Poonch, Mirpur, Muzzafarabad etc. must also be considered for the above benefit. He batted for their inclusion in the list citing the reason that the PoJK population has been victimized for decades together for absolute no fault of theirs and have been at the receiving end of the circumstances due to continued apathy of the governments and various departments.He said that the plight of these people must not go unheard and should be taken care of at the earliest possible opportunities.Dr. Singh pointed out that BJP has always stood for their cause through odds and even. He claimed that for the very first time BJP under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken concrete steps for the settlement of all the issues of this population by taking swift measures like compensation and all.Dr. Singh also concentrated on the fact that the Indian Parliament has established about the PoJK being the indispensable part of India and as such to serve the interests of the refugees from the area comes to be the first duty of Governmental agencies.
BJP addresses crucial public issues in Jammu, Jammu west meetings
Cementing the organization at ground level, J&K BJP conducted meeting of prominent leaders from the Jammu and Jammu west District which was addressed by its State President & MLA Jammu West Sat Sharma along with Dy. CM Dr. Nirmal Singh, State General Secretary Dr. Narinder Singh, Ministers Chander Parkash Ganga, Bali Bhagat, Ch. Lal Singh, Priya Sethi, Ajay Nanda, MLA Rajesh Gupta, MoS Rashpaul Verma, Vice-Chairperson Subhash Jandyal and other senior leaders.Meeting witnessed the District wise individual approach of all the senior leaders and the BJP Ministers to address the issues of prominent leaders from the Jammu and Jammu West District.Sat Sharma said that this move is particularly focused to provide the party leaders with an opportunity of direct interaction between the senior leadership as well as the ground worker. He said that BJP is a cadre based party and it is the cadre which ensures the party’s victory at all levels. He also said that the activist who works among the common masses is the best judge of the problems being faced by the public. Sharma added that this interaction will ensure that the voice of common public promptly reaches the senior leaders and Ministers of BJP and is addressed at the appropriate level.Dr. Nirmal Singh prompted the leaders to share their issues about the governance and other matters. He emphasized that the BJP works on the core principle of “Nation First, Party Second and Self Last” and thus is concentrated on the welfare of the common masses in letter and spirit. He asked the activists to report any act of mis-governance promptly to the party seniors so that the public doesn’t get harassed in any public concern department. He also threw light on the PDD related developments and entertained issues concerning the departments from the activists. He also took cognizance of the matters related to difficulty in distribution of Ration at certain places. Dr. Singh maintained that no dilly dallying approach will be tolerated in public related issues.Ministers Chander Parkash Ganga, Bali Bhagat, Ch. Lal Singh, Priya Sethi, Ajay Nanda also addressed the meeting while sorting out many issues related to their departments on the spot by talking directly to the authorities and took cognizance of the other matters.Dr. Narinder Singh who conducted the meeting informed that similar meetings will be conducted in other districts as well.State Vice-President Rajni Sethi, State Secretaries Sanjay Baru & Anuradha Charak, District Parbhari Jugal Gupta, Parduman Singh, Dr. Pardeep Mahotra, Ayodhya Gupta, Baldev Singh Billawaria, Mohan Singh Rana, Jeet Angral, Vijay Sharma, Harbans Choudhary, Ankush Gupta, Veena Gupta, Ashish Sharma, Hari Om Sharma were among the prominent BJP leaders present in the meeting.
Govt committed to solve problems confronting border residents: Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh
Meets several deputations, assures early redress of grievancesDy CM Dr Nirmal Singh, said that the government is committed to solve the problems being faced by the people living alongside the international border.The Deputy Chief Minister was addressing officers during a meeting convened to discuss the issues confronting the people living alongside the International Border in Jammu division.Principal Secretary Home, R.K. Goyal, Additional Commissioner, Jammu, Deputy Commissioner, Kathua and senior officers were present.It was decided that issues like providing reservation to people living alongside the International Border (IB) on the pattern of those living on Line of Control would be taken up with the concerned for early redressal. It was also decided that the demand of providing compensation to the people whose properties like land has been acquired for defense purposes would be taken after proper quantification of the losses with the concerned.Dr Singh said that the people living alongside the IB have been rendering sacrifices for the cause of the nation and it is imperative that we should be aware to the problems being faced by them by ensuring their timely redressal.Later, Deputy Chief Minister also met a deputation from different parts of Bhaderwah constituency led by MLA, Dalip Singh Parihar and projected several issues related to the power sector like construction of a receiving station at Changa and up gradation of the receiving station at Gandoh besides installation of a new 132 KV transmission line from Doda to Bharedwah. A deputation led MLC Pardeep Sharma and other MLAs called on Deputy Chief Minister and thanked him for extending reservation benefits to the Pahari speaking people.Deputy Chief Minister assured the deputations that all their genuine issues would be looked into and redressed properly.A deputation of the Civil Secretariat Non GazettedEmployees’ union led by its President GR Mir and Vice president Suresh Bedi also called on the Deputy Chief Minister and projected the issue of extending the benefits of the Flag Ship programme Housing For All (HAL) to the employees of the Civil Secretariat.
Settle Rohingyas, Bangladeshi outside State: Prof. Virender Gupta
BJP State Spokesperson Prof. Virender Gupta asked the Government of Jammu & Kashmir and that of the Centre to deport Rohingyas and Balgladeshi from the State in view of the sensitive and peculiar situation of Jammu & Kashmir and the strategy of Pakistan inflicting Jehadi-Terrorism in the State. The episode of Sunjwan where army personnel and one civilian were martyred and many other injured during terrorists attack on the army camp is eye opening. The suspicions has been raised against the local support including the Rohingyas who were settled in the vicinity of the camp’s boundary. “The resistance offered by those at the helm of affairs in the state government and the majority community of the state against their deportation from the state is not understandable”, the Spokesperson said. He added that by their resistance, they want to invite great trouble for the peace and communal harmony of the State.Prof. Virender said that if such people have great concern of humanity, then why they are not providing shelters to them in the Valley. “Infact they have mysterious designs of changing the demography of Jammu province and are advocating their cause with ulterior motives”, he added. The Spokesperson advised them to look at the Middle East counties which have predominately Muslim population. Each country has its own nationality (Komiat) and all such countries fight with each other keeping their own agenda and interests. The Muslim population residing in these countries to engage in sectarian battles among themselves and even do not hesitate to butcher their own countrymen.The Spokesperson calls upon the Government of India to take necessary steps to get Rohingyas and Bangladeshi deported from Jammu & Kashmir State while looking at the gravity of the situation and asked it to settle them temporarily in some other parts of the country. This is essential to avoid their use by the anti-national and Pro-Pak forces, which are bent upon to disturb the State and challenge the integrity of the country
Member Legislative Council (MLC), Ch. Vikram Randhawa dedicates lane, drain to public
Member Legislative Council (MLC), Ch. Vikram Randhawa dedicated a newly constructed lane and to public at Mohalla Shomali of Chatha panchayat under Satwari Block.While speaking on the inauguration ceremony Ch. Vikram lambasted those who remained legislators from Gandhi Nagar for two consecutive terms i.e., 12 years and claims to be the father of development. He said that Mohalla Shomali which just few kilometers away from the heart of the city is still underdeveloped as no lane and drain had ever, since independence, was constructed in the area. Randhawa said that the people of the area approached him for the construction of the lane and drain and during his visit to the locality he had promised them to fulfill their demand.He said that the lane and drain has been constructed at an estimated cost of Rs 3.5 lakh which he released from his Constituency Development Fund (CDF). “I am happy that I have kept the promise” Randhawa added. He said that the claims of development by the previous Congress legislator were mere slogans as nothing on ground particularly in the areas which were underdeveloped has been done.He said that least has been done and a lot more requires to be done in the Mohalla Shomali and assured the public that they need not to go here and there as strong legislators from BJP (MLA and MLC) are with them which would bring an era of development in the area as they are committed to carry forward the slogan of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi ‘Sabka Sath Sabka Vikas’.The locals present on the occasion extended whole hearted support to the Bhartiya Janta Party in the coming future and thanked Ch. Vikram Randhawa.Others who were present on the occasion include Bhushan Lal, S.Surjeet Singh, S.Darshan Singh, Sanjeev Gupta, Rinku Gupta, Prithvi Singh, Dr Happy Singh, Ranjeet Singh, Gurpreet Singh, Rinku Chouhan and Raj Kumar.
भारतीय जनता पार्टी उधमपुर के जिला कार्यालय में उधमपुर विधानसभा की बैठक का आयोजन किया गया
बैठक में मण्डलों के अध्यक्ष , मोर्चा अध्यक्ष , महिला मोर्चा , युवा मोर्चा सहित भाजपा कार्यकर्ता व विभिन्न गांवों से आए हुए लोगों ने अपने अपने इलाके में आ रही समस्याओं को लेकर चर्चा की। इनमें कई शिष्टमंडल लांदर , थाथी , जगानू , जिब , रिटी , गरनई , बडाली , गंडाला व उधमपुर नगर की समस्याओं को लेकर प्रदेश भाजपा महासचिव पवन खजुरिया से मिले और उन्हें अपनी समस्या से अवगत कराया। शिष्टमंडल में कई लोगों ने बिजली ,पानी व सड़क की समस्याओं के बारे में पवन खजुरिया जी को अवगत कराया । उन्होंने बताया कि आए दिन उन्हें बिजली की समस्या से जूझना पड़ रहा है अब जबकि बच्चों की परीक्षाएं चल रही हैं इस दौरान कम बोल्टेज और अघोषित बिजली कटौती से बच्चों को पढ़ने में परेशानी आ रही है। इसी तरह पानी की समस्या को लेकर भी चर्चा की गई। मंच का संचालन करते हुए भाजपा में विस्तारक के नाते एक साल के लिए उधमपुर विधानसभा को समय देने वाले जुगल किशोर ने भाजपा की नीतियों , केंद्र व राज्य सरकार की योजनाओं को लेकर विस्तार से चर्चा की। इस दौरान जिला अध्यक्ष राकेश गुप्ता , जगदीश चन्द्र , सोमराज , रमणीक आदि ने केंद्र सरकार के प्रधानमंत्री आवास योजना के तहत राशि को पांच गुना बढाने पर खुशी प्रकट की । उन्होंने कहा कि इससे पांच गुणा ज्यादा मकान गरीबों के लिए बनाए जाएंगे । इसके इलावा उन्होंने हर बूथ को मजबूत करने के लिए कार्यकर्ताओं को आह्वान किया । बूथ कमेटियां बनने से केंद्र की योजनाओं को आसानी से हमारे कार्यकर्ता जन जन तक पहुंचा सकते हैं ।उन्होंने कहा कि बूथ को मजबूत करने से ही आने वाले लोकसभा , विधान सभा व दूसरे चुनावों में सफलता हासिल की जा सकती है। नीलम नरगोत्रा ने केंद्र द्वारा घोषित बजट को महिलाओं और किसानों पर केंद्रित करने के लिए नरेन्द्र मोदी सरकार का धन्यवाद किया। भाजपा के प्रदेश महासचिव पवन खजुरिया ने इस अवसर पर कहा कि केंद्र सरकार ने जम्मू कश्मीर में सड़कों के निर्माण के लिए 2900 करोड़ जारी किए हैं लेकिन यह हमारे लिए यह गर्व की बात है कि इनमें से 1400 करोड़ केवल उधमपुर लोकसभा क्षेत्र के लिए जारी हुए हैं । इसके लिए पीएमओ मंत्री व लोक सभा सदस्य डॉ जतिंदर बधाई के पात्र हैं उन्हीं के अथक प्रयासों से ऐसा संभव हो पाया है। पवन खजुरिया ने आगे कहा कि आज देश मजबूत हाथों में है । प्रधानमंत्री नरेन्द्र मोदी के मजबूत नेतृत्व में हर एक नागरिक अपने आप को सुरक्षित महसूस कर रहा है। दावोस में उद्घाटन भाषण भारतीय प्रधानमंत्री नरेन्द्र मोदी द्वारा दिए जाने पर आज हर भारतीय गर्व महसूस कर रहा है। इसके इलावा उन्होंने कहा कि बिजली व पानी की समस्या को कई इलाकों में दूर किया गया है और जल्द ही सम्बन्धित मंत्रालयों से मिलकर उचित कदम उठाए जाएंगे , ताकि दूसरे क्षत्रों से भी इन समस्याओं को दूर किया जा सके । बैठक में नरिंदर कुमार , पवित्तर सिंह , रोहित सिंह , भारती शर्मा , सुरिंदर मगोत्रा , शामलाल , वीरसिंह , अजय , परविंदर सिंह , गीता देवी , राज ठंडा , नीलम देवी , संसारो देवी , अनवर अली , धर्मचन्द , करनैल सिंह , मोहिंदर सिंह , मोहम्मद यूसुफ , बलवान आदि भी मौजूद थे।
BJP nominates District Presidents for OBC Morcha
J&K BJP OBC Morcha State President Murari Lal Balgotra in consultation with BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma and BJP State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul nominated and entrusted the party activists with new responsibilities as Morcha District Presidents in the party.Sh. Abdul Rasheed Ganai has been nominated as the Morcha District President of Rajouri, Gopal Krishan of Billawar, Nissar Ahmed of Ramban, Madan Lal Verma of Nowshera.Sh. Sat Sharma and Sh. Ashok Kaul congratulated the new District Presidents and expressed hope that they will work for the empowerment of the Morcha as well as the general masses for which the Morcha has been formulated. The senior leaders stressed that this nomination comes with a great sense of accountability so they have to work harder among the masses now onwards.New Morcha Presidents also thanked the party for entrusting them with the new assignment and said that they will work selflessly for the welfare of the maases and the extension of party work among the masses
Rs 100 CRORE ROAD PROJECTS IN GHORDI & BASANTGARH IN DISTRICT UDHAMPUR
Union MoS and Lok Sabha MP from Udhampur-Kathua-Doda constituency, Dr Jitendra Singh today launched around Rs.100 crore worth of road projects at Ghordi in Chenani Assembly segment and Basantgarh in Ramnagar Assembly segment of district Udhampur.Out of this, an amount of around Rs. 92 crore is to be spent on widening from single lane to double lane and upgradation of crucial road from Ghordi to Udhampur and the first phase of work from KM-13 to KM-26 amounting to Rs. 40 crore began today. The importance of this much-awaited road project is that, this is believed to be an extremely accident-prone stretch and several casualties have taken place in road accidents in the past.The other road project launched today was that of PMGSY road from Basantgarh to Kanned, which had been sanctioned much earlier but got delayed due to certain reasons. Since the helicopter could not land in Basantgarh today, the foundation stone plate for this project was also unveiled from Ghordi while MLA Ramnagar R.S.Pathania addressed the gathering at Basantgarh and Dr Jitendra Singh addressed them through mobile phone.Speaking on the occasion, Dr Jitendra Singh said that a number of such projects had been initiated in the Udhampur-Kathua-Doda constituency which had been pending for several decades. The question, he said, is why these initiatives were not undertaken earlier even though for the last 50 years, there have been influential Ministers and MPs representing this constituency.Dr Jitendra Singh, however, appealed to the State Administration to avoid delays in execution of these projects. The Ghordi road upgradation started today, for example, he said, had been approved nearly two years ago, but the tender and allotment of work took place only last month. Similarly, he said, for river Devika cleaning project, Rs.170.50 crore was allocated in February 2017, but it took almost one year to prepare the DPR. The first-of-its-kind Bio-tech park at Kathua had also got delayed because of the avoidable Forest clearance issues, he added.
हम सब के लोकप्रिय नेता एवं देश के प्रधानमंत्री श्री नरेन्द्र मोदी जी के साथ भाजपा के वर्तमान जम्मू-कश्मीर प्रदेश प्रभारी श्री अविनाश राय खन्ना जी एवं पूर्व प्रदेश सह-प्रभारी श्री आर. पी. सिंह जी जम्मू-कश्मीर की वर्तमान परिस्थितियों पर चर्चा करते हुए I
Dy CM Dr. Nirmal Singh addresses seminar in Kerala
Deputy Chief Minister Dr. Nirmal Singh along with Daljit Singh Chib , Vice Chairman of J&K State Advisory Board for Development of Kissan attended the Seminar at Bhartheeya Vichara Kendaram, Kerala on "External and Internal Threats being confronting by the Nation" which was organized by the Kerala BJP’s Legal Cell.While speaking in the seminar, Dr. Nirmal Singh thanked the people of Kerala, the land of Gods for their overwhelming love and gesture. He focussed on the various factors contributing in the development of the Nation as well as the various other factors which have posed various threats to the country.Dr. Singh threw light upon the history that has led to the present turmoil in the social fabric of the Indian society, while prompting the audience to take active role in the constructive changes in the present world.He lauded the role of Cell which has organized such a platform in which intellectuals from various corners of the Nation participated to share their thoughts for the love of country.Dy. CM also honoured Bharatheeya Vichara Kendram Director P. Parameswar ji who has been conferred with Padma Vibushan. Large number of people attended the Seminar including people from Civil society, NGOs of kerela.Adv. K. R. Rajagopal, Adv. Rajmohan G. J., Dr. Jayaram, A. N. Radhakrishanan, Prof. Rajashekharan, Adv. S. Suresh, Adv. K. R. Chandra Mohan, Adv. Parabrahmam Sree Kumar and others were among the prominent dignitaries present in the seminar.
MLC Sh. Ashok Khajuria, MLA Sh. Rajiv Jasrotia adjudged best legislators
“There is more in the world than just to live and serving the society with a generous heart”, this was stated by the BJP National Vice-President, National Vice- Chairperson Indian Red Cross Society & Incharge J&K Affairs Avinash Rai Khanna who was in the state in connection with the election of new CEC, Ladakh. He was speaking on the sidelines of the function organized in the BJP state headquarter, Trikuta Nagar where he along with BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma, State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul, Minister for Health Bali Bhagat, Minister for PHE Sham Choudhary, MLC Vikram Randhawa, and other senior leaders felicitated former State President & MLC Ashok Khajuria and MLA Rajiv Jasrotia for being rewarded as the best legislators. Avinash Rai Khanna, while speaking on the occasion appreciated the effort of the felicitated BJP leaders and said that this outstanding performance is the testimony to the selfless working of the Bharatiya Janata Party leaders. He said that BJP doesn’t stand for a party but for a strong urge to serve the humanity. He said that this is just not the token of respect for the two leaders but as the testimony to the strong ideals of the party which are upheld in very high esteem by all the party workers. He claimed that the humbleness and softness are the two virtues of true power citing the examples of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP National President Amit Shah. He further prompted them to work for the grass root level empowerment of common masses. Sat Sharma also wished both and said that these leaders have taken forward the cause initiated by the likes of Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhayay and Dr. Shyama Parsad Mookherjee. Sharma said that these leaders stand as the role model for the rest of legislatures and this stands as particularly a moment of joy for the party as its two representatives have set an paradigm of exemplary work in the Assembly. Ashok Kaul, Bali Bhagat, Sham Choudhary were among the other prominent leaders who spoke on the occasion. Ashok Khajuria and Rajiv Jasrotia also thanked the party leaders for their generosity and stressed that they will continue to serve the party and the public in the selfless manner in the times to come. State General Secretary Pawan Khajuria carried the proceedings of the stage. Parmod Kapahi, Yudhvir Sethi, Rajni Sethi, Sanjay Baru, Anuradha Charak, Brig. Anil Gupta, Prof. Varinder Gupta, S. Varinderjit Singh, Chander Mohan Gupta, Kulbhushan Mohtra, Dr. Pardeep Mahotra, Tilak Raj Gupta, Ayodhya Gupta, Baldev Bilawaria, Parneesh Mahajan, V. K. Sethi, Jeet Angral, Prem Gupta, Vinay Gupta, Sheila Handoo and others were among the prominent persons present on the occasion.
Efforts afoot to develop JK as a major religious tourism destination: MOS Smt. Priya Sethi
Minister of State for Education, Tourism and Culture, Priya Sethi today stated that the government is committed to develop the places of religious importance and other tourist’s places “Efforts are afoot to tap the immense potential of pilgrim tourism in the state and putting J&K in the world map as one of the major religious tourist destination”, the Minister asserted.The Minister was speaking during the inauguration of Shiva Vatika at Peerkho costing Rs 47 lakhs executed by Floriculture department. The work included supply , installation, testing and commissioning of Red sand stone Sculpture of Lord Shiva Fountain in three layers.Speaking on the occasion, the Minister said that the government is working with a purpose to boost the religious tourism besides providing the requisite necessary facilities not only to the tourists but also catering to the needs of everyone coming to pay their obeisance in the shrines across the state.Citing various steps undertook by the Government, the Minister said that several new initiatives including Ropeway projects, Multilevel parking, developing Bawe, Mohmaya and Peerkho as a tri-shrines on the lines of the idea once conceived by Jambhu Lochan, connecting five shrines and many more prestigious projects are underway to attract more tourists and enhance the pilgrim tourism in the region.Priya said that the government is ensuring the proper augmentation of the infrastructure at religious places and working on the same line, the installation of Fountain will add to beautification of the Peerkho shrine and attract more footfalls to the holy place,the Minister maintained.She said that the recently held Peerkho mela has attracted a huge crowd and successful conduct of such events will prove to be decisive in development of Peerkho and other such historical significant places.She further said that a special component has been earmarked for the tourism sector under Prime Minister's Development Package that will prove to be key factor in expansion of JK’s tourism industry.Priya said that the state government has included the development of pilgrim tourism in the development plan and is reaching out to the tourists by undertaking several promotional activities in the state as well as outside J&K.Terming J&K as a unique bouquet of diverse tradition and culture, the Minister said that the state inherited the wealthy traditions and spirituality wherein several religious places are thronged by people of all faiths.A comprehensive mechanism has been put in place to promote and develop the prominent places of religious and tourist importance, she added.PeerKho shrine has been a major pilgrim tourist destination in the region and requisite measures have been taken to enhance amenities for the pilgrims, the Minister said adding that its development will act as a stimulus for the economy of the area.MLA East , Rajesh Gupta,State Vice President Yudhvir Sethi, Distt President Baldev Baloria, Mahant Pir Ravinath Vinay Gupta, Hari Om, Shashi Khajuria and Director Floriculture, Babila Rakwal,xen Arvind Gupta besides prominent citizens from all walk of life and functionaries of the concerned departments were present on the occasion.
Sh. Dorjay Motup elected unopposed as new CEC, Leh
Amidst simple but enthusiastic ceremony, Councillor Dorjay Motum elected unopposed and assumed charge as new Chief Executive Councillor, Leh in presence of BJP National Vice-President & Incharge J&K Affairs Avinash Rai Khanna, BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma, BJP State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul, BJP State General Secretary & Incharge Leh-Ladakh Affairs Pawan khajuria, Minister Tsering Dorjay, District President Gonbo besides all the officials and other senior BJP leaders as the prestigious post was lying vacant after the sad and sudden demise of former CEC, Leh and tall leader from the soil Dr. Sonam Dawa.Usually the procedure for the assumption of the office of the CEC involves the usual election process in front of all official machinery, but in the unanimous decision by the body, Dorjay Motup was able to soon assume the office as he found no opposition from others.Avinash Rai Khanna said wished the new CEC all the very best for his future edeavours in the development of the region and also asked him to hold the service of the society in very high spirits and pure essence. He also wished him on the behalf of Central BJP leadership.Sat Sharma while wishing good luck to the new 7th CEC, said that he has to fit himself in the boots of the late Dr. Sonam Dawa who was always there for the persons in need.Ashok Kaul wished him good luck as asked him to work for the development of the region as the head of BJP led Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council, Leh.Pawan Khajuria wished him good luck and prompted him to work on the principles of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas”.Chering Dorjay asked him serve his duty well as he has served representative of people in his constituency for more the decade.On the occasion, four Executive Councillors were also nominated to run the affairs.Soon a meeting was called in which all the councilors from the region participated to discuss the further plans and strategy to run the affairs. It was decided in the meeting to take forward the message of the Late CEC who worked for the upgradation of the living standards and infrastructure in the region.Whole proceedings were managed by Dy. Commissioner, Leh Avni Lavasa.
MUDRA “LABHARTHI” SAMMELAN in JAMMU (Mudra Beneficiaries Congregation)
Mudra Loans worth Rs 12.5 crore distributed to 478 beneficiaries from districts Kathua, Udhampur and Jammu. This brings the total amount of Mudra loans distributed so far to 202 crore received by 4598 beneficiaries. Many of the beneficiaries came on the stage to narrate their experience and thanked PM Sh Narendra Modi. One of them, for example, was earning his livelihood by carrying gas cylinder on his back but through Mudra he got carriage transport vehicle of his own.Union MoS Dr Jitendra Singh appealed for taking inspiration from PM Shri Narendra Modi and follow the example of "Give It Up" campaign as a result of which those who could afford Gas cylinders, surrendered their subsidy, as a result of which 5 crore families got free cylinders. He said, Modi Government's economic reforms are also social reforms and they will cultivate in us the habit of keeping only as much money as required and sparing the surplus for others who are needy.
BJP State General Secretary Sh. Harinder Gupta dubs Congress as double faceted party
“A person can only preach, what he has nurtured over the years in his mind”, this was stated by the J&K BJP State General Secretary Harinder Gupta while taking a jibe at Raman Bhalla, senior Congress leader and former Minister in the NC-Congress Government in the state of Jammu & Kashmir.Harinder Gupta in a reactionary phase to the comment passed by the former Minister said “Nationalism flows through the arteries of Bharatiya Janata Party, so the party will remain addicted to the flavour of the toast of Nationalism & it will continue to teach it”.Gupta added that Congress as a National Party remained devoted to feed the demon of its power hunger but never really cared for the National interest. Accusing the Congress for slow pace of development despite the rich treasure of intellectuals in the Nation, Gupta accused Congress leaders of nurturing “Self interest, exploitation, corruption” in the country.Harinder Gupta also grabbed the chance to hurl accusation of “Congress a Double Faceted Party” towards the senior Congress leader, when the latter along with other Jammu based political leaders from Congress remained mum during “Pakistan Zindabad” slogans by their close political ally, Akbar Lone in the J&K assembly. Gupta asked why on Earth, did anybody from Congress had the guts not to openly criticize him for the statement, when sitting MLA tried to play with the sentiments of Muslim Community saying that as a Muslim, he couldn’t tolerate anti-Pakistan sloganeering by BJP MLAs. Gupta also said that role of former Minister in the habilitation of outsiders in the Jammu regions is often the hot topic of discussion among the Jammuites.Gupta also asked the former Minister to answer for the role of Congress in all the major riots in the Nation right from the moment of Indian Independence. He said that the misappropriations of various resources of the country made during previous Congress regime are surfacing one by one during the present NDA dispensation led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi due to the zero tolerance and crackdown on the corruption.Gupta also said that the residents of the border state of Jammu & Kashmir have witnessed unprecedented development which was nowhere in sight for nearly seven decades of Indian independence. Gupta further said that not even a single scam has surfaced, which has taken place in the BJP government, while the level of corruption has decreased many folds in all the departments.
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh in Kerala, visited the renowned Padmanabha Vishnu Temple and paid obeisance
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh in Kerala, visited the renowned Padmanabha Vishnu Temple and paid obeisance. Dr. Singh prayed for the peace, prosperity, happiness and harmony in Jammu and Kashmir. State Kisan Welfare Advisory Board Vice Chairman Daljit Singh Chib also accompanied Deputy Chief Minister during the visit.
नवनिर्मित भाजपा केन्द्रीय कार्यालय करोड़ों कार्यकर्ताओं को समर्पित। दीन दयाल उपाध्याय मार्ग, नई दिल्ली में स्थित नवीन भाजपा केंद्रीय कार्यालय की कुछ झलकियाँ।
Member Legislative Council (MLC), Ch. Vikram Randhawa, today inaugurated the office of the Jammu and Kashmir Sarnarthi Action Committee (JKSAC) at Roi Morh, Gadigarh in Gandhi Nagar.
The Jammu and Kashmir Sarnarthi Action Committee (JKSAC) which is fighting for the rights of the refugees has opened its new office at Roi Morh which will benefit refugees from PoK.While inaugurating the office Ch. Vikram said that the refugees who have been given onetime settlement package by the Central government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi are being befooled by many agents.Pertinent to mention that the Central government had announced to deposit Rs. 2,000 crore into the bank accounts of 36,000 refugees from Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).The compensation package for the refugees from PoK was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi last year, and it got the clearance from the Union Cabinet in December. These refugees migrated to Jammu and Kashmir in 1947, 1965 and 1971. “Each PoK refugee would get Rs. 5.5 lakh in his or her bank account, and the Centre will bear the cost,” Randhawa said.However, Randhawa said that few stooges had started befooling the gullible people and were demanding money in the name of working out modalities for the completion of getting his package. “The JKSAC is saving people from felling prey to such people and is hence saving their money and precious time as well” Randhawa added. He also congratulated the team of JKSAC.Others who were present on the occasion include S. Gurdev Singh President JKSAC, Netar Prakash Sharma Gen Secy JKSAC, S. Avinash Singh Vice President JKSAC, Dwarika Nath Vice President JKSAC, Rajesh Khajuria Cashier JKSAC and others.
BJP to host programme showcasing achievements of 3 years
JK BJP led by BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma along with State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul, State General Secretaries Pawan Khajuria and Harinder Gupta held a meeting of BJP Ministers Chander Parkash Ganga & Sham Choudhary, MLAs Sukhnandan Choudhary, Rajesh Gupta & Dr. Krishan Bhagat, District Presidents and District Incharges to discuss the strategy for taking the achievements of BJP and State Government since last elections.While addressing the meeting, Sat Sharma said that BJP has delivered on its promise to lead from the front for the growth and development of Jammu & Kashmir state. He said that BJP has focused on the equilateral development of all three regions of the state with the special attention on the schemes designed for the weaker sections of the society.He said that the opposition not withstanding the era of development in the state is trying to flash misinformation campaign. To present the facts in front of the worthy voters and the residents of the state who have voted enmass in favour of BJP in last Parliamentary and Assembly elections, BJP has decided to forth the bullet points with all the facts and figures of various developmental projects during last 3 years of governance.He said that BJP always stood first to air voice of people and as an alliance partner in J&K Government, BJP has taken all the public concern issues at the appropriate forum. The society and particularly the youth has accepted the clean and good governance of BJP led governments by heart, he asserted.Ashok Kaul also deliberated that the BJP bound by its ethics is devoted to address the needs of the last person standing in the most neglected section of the society who was denied the basic necessity of life even after the 70 years of Indian Independence. He further said that, In coming days, a programme will be conducted by BJP showcasing the achievements of BJP and its alliance government, which will further cement the faith of common man in the party as well as democracy. BJP has been conducting Booth Sammelans and even Shakti Kendra Sammelan to aware the ground activist and empower him/her so that he/she can serve the society efficiently. And this programme will be an asset to the ongoing campaign, he said.BJP State Vice-Presidents Bharat Bhushan Bodi & Rajni Sethi, Sanjay Baru, Naresh Dogra, Suraj Singh, Arvind Gupta, Rakesh Mahajan, Suresh Sharma, Parduman Singh, Dr. Pardeep Mahotra, Purnima Sharma, Baldev Singh Billawaria, Ayodhya Gupta, Omi Khajuria, JAngbir Singh, Brijeshwar Singh Rana, Manmohan and others were among the prominent BJP leaders present in the meeting.
BJP conducts “Booth Samelan” at Pargwal
JK BJP led by BJP State general secretary Ashok Koul keeps up his momentum to reach up to its ground level activist working at each booth level by organizing booth sammelan of Mandal Pargwal of Akhnoor District falling in assembly constituency Chamb. The booth Sammelan held at Hamirpur Kona was attended by all the BJP leaders residing in the Mandal which was also addressed by BJP State Vice-Presidents Bharat Bhushan and Karan Singh, MLA Dr. Krishan Lal and other senior leaders.He also threw light on the organizational matters and apprised the cadre with the forthcoming party programmes. BJP cadre has the moral obligation to serve the people with zero self interest, he said. While speaking on the occasion he enumerated the achievements of Narendra Modi led NDA Government at the Centre and BJP coalition in J&K.He asked the party workers to educate people about the schemes initiated by Centre and State Governments for the welfare of poor and downtrodden section of society so that maximum deserving people get benefited.Dr. Krishan Lal apprised the activists of the various central and state government achievements. He also spoke about the steps he has taken in his assembly segments for the welfare of the masses.District President Manmohan Singh presented the vote of thanks.Suraj Singh, Parduman Singh, Jagdish Bhagat, Ramesh Khajuria and others were among the prominent BJP leaders present in the Booth Sammelan.
Booth Sammelan held at Nagrota Mandal of Jammu Rural District.
Kargil deputation calls on Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh; Extends appreciation for accelerating development
A deputation of Kargil led by Mohammad Ali Mazhar called on the Deputy Chief Minister Dr Nirmal Singh and projected several issues besides extending thanks for undertaking several projects in the hilly area.The deputation while interacting with the deputy chief minister exuded hope that the developmental initiatives undertaken in the hilly area would be further accelerated besides ensuring their time bound completion.They also extended thanks to the government for ensuring that work on Zojila tunnel which would ensure all weather connectivity to the Leh and Kargil would be started soon. Besides, the Kishtwar-Panikhar road which had been a major demand of the people of Kishtwar and Kargil has also been sanctioned.The deputation also thanked for inclusion of Kargil in the UDAN 2 scheme, which would also boost the tourism of the area besides providing all year connectivity to the people of the area.Deputy Chief Minister assured the deputation that the government both at the centre and state would further accelerate the development of the area. He said that the prime minister believes in SabkaSathSaabkaVikas which would ensure equitable development of every part of the country.Dr Singh further assured them all other issues would also be redressed in a time bound manner
Govt resolute to give new direction to JK’s tourism sector: Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh
Annual 4-day PeerKhoMela concludes; Bhupinder lifts Dangal titleDy CM Dr Nirmal Singh on Friday said that the Jammu and Kashmir state possesses immense potential for growth in tourism sector and that resolute efforts are underway to give new dimensions to State’s tourism industry by placing J&K in the world map as one of the major tourist destination.He said this during the concluding ceremony of annual PeerKhoMela. Dr Singh said from adventure to pilgrimage tourism, the state government is reaching out to the tourists by undertaking several promotional activities, facilitating the exchange of tourism market by easing the barriers of travel and encouraging the partnerships between the public and private sectors.During the Annual PeerKhoMela, devotees from within and outside district paid obeisance at the historic PeerKho shrine. The four-day event witnessed various cultural programs based on Shiv-Parvati theme like Tandav, Shiv Barat, Shiv-Kali and Bhajans devoted to Lord Shiva. Traditional sports activities, Fun Rides, Ethnic stalls put up by the locals and government departments attracted huge footfall. The district administration and the Mandir committee made elaborate arrangements for the devotees visiting the holy place.The Mela was concluded with the Dangal. The final match of the event proved to be a one-sided affair as Shamsher tried to adopt a defensive approach to slow the match down but Bhupinder Singh from Punjab proved to be too good for the rival and registered the victory to lift the title.Gurj and Patta were awarded by PeerKho Mandir Committee to the winner whereas cash Prizes of Rs 25,000 and Rs 10,000 were awarded to the winner and the runner-up respectively by the Tourism Department.Speaking on the occasion, Deputy Chief Minister Dr Nirmal Singh said that the state has a vast potential to be a prime tourist destination as it showcases the perfect bouquet of diverse tradition and culture. He said by initiating several prestigious projects, the government is ensuring that the tourists will witness a new attraction every time they come to the state that will ultimately give a boost to JK’s tourism sector.To develop and enhance the structure of state’s tourism, synergized efforts by all stakeholders are required to ensure the development of various tourists’ places in the state especially the unexplored one, Dr Singh added.J&K is a land Sufis and Saints inherited with the wealth of rich culture and spirituality wherein several religious places are thronged by people of all faiths, Dr Singh said adding that the government is determined on tapping every aspect of tourism in the State with special focus on developing the places of spiritual and religious importance to meet the aspirations of people.“The State has set a great example of religious harmony that remained us stand united to fight against the evil of terrorism”, Dr Singh asserted. Stressing on the development of prominent places of religious and tourist importance, Dr Singh said that the inclusive mechanism has been put in place to promote historically significant tourist spots.Dr Singh said that with the development of shrines like Peerkho, not only devotes but more tourists will be attracted which will give a fillip to the economy of the area. “PeerKho shrine has been a major pilgrim tourist destination in the region and requisite initiatives have been taken to enhance amenities for the pilgrims”, he added.Citing various steps undertook by the Government, he said that in times to come many new initiatives such as, Ropeway projects, River front, Lake, Multilevel parking will see the light to attract more tourist footfall in the region.
BJP State President & MLA Jammu West Sat Sharma inaugurates lane, drain work at Janipur
BJP State President & MLA Jammu West Sat Sharma along with local political leaders in the august gathering of prominent citizens inaugurated lane and drain construction work in Booth Numbers 1 and 10 of Ward No. 37 of Janipur area falling under Jammu West Constituency.While addressing the local people gathered on the spot, Sat Sharma said that the prime motive of the BJP is to address the public’s problems on the ground. He claimed that the people have developed a faith on the present political dispensation due to the good governance by BJP. He said that the issues related to the water, roads, electricity, sanitation and other issues are being taken promptly with the appropriate agencies. He also claimed that the many new projects are being worked upon for improving the infrastructure in the constituencies.Sat also made the door to door approach to local people and enquired about the issues concerning for the appropriation of public utilities. Locals apprised the MLA with their grievances they are having with the public concern departments. Locals claimed that the constituency has seen unprecedented growth in the recent years under the present dispensation which was not witnessed in several decades.Sat Sharma, while briefing on the present lane and drain work said that the present work is being done by Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) with the estimated cost of 25 lakh rupees. He called the JMC officials to complete the work in the stipulated time while taking care not to cause any inconvenience to the general public. He also called the local people present on the spot to monitor the work for its quality so that the work lasts for long time keeping its utility on ground.BJP State Additional Publicity Secretary Parduman Singh, Janipur Mandal President Vijay Sharma, Sahil Gupta, Booth President Viney Gupta, Ramesh Khajuria, Sunita Gupta, Sangeeta Verma, Swaran Singh, Raidulari, Vicky Sharma and others were among the prominent persons present during the inauguration.
Monthly organisational meeting of BJYM held at Party Headquarters
Monthly meeting of State BJYM held at State headquarters Trikuta Nagar Jammu, the meeting was organised in context of various organisational activities across the state taken by BJYM in near future. The meeting was chaired by BJYM State President Dr. Suresh Ajay Magotra along with BJP State Secretary and Incharge BJYM Sanjay Baru. All the State Office Bearers, District Presidents and district incharges attended the meeting.Speaking on the occasion Dr. Magotra stressed upon the organisational way of working along with the issues of youth taken by the activists in their concerned areas, he said our central government have initiated a lot of schemes for the general masses especially for the youth belonging to rural areas and poor families. It is the responsibility of each post holder of BJYM to take all the schemes and initiatives of the government to the needy and poor people of the state. Mostly the people residing in the urban areas are aware of all the schemes but people belonging to rural belt needs the help of the youth activists to get aware about these schemes so that they can be benefitted. Dr. Magotra said that our Prime Minister Narendra Modi have a lot of exceptions from the youth of the country and it is the youth who have the capacity to play a major role in the foundation of new India (a dream seen by our Hon’ble PM).On the occasion Sanjay Baru said that Youth is the main pillar of our party, who have always played an important role right from the day of its foundation. Youth of the state have played a major role in the formation of first ever government of BJP in the state and we also have a lot of responsibilities towards the Youth of the state. Our government is very keen onlooker on all the possibilities of formation of employment opportunities for the youth of the state.Prominent who were present on the occasion were general secretaries Vikas Choudhary and Tarun Sharma, Vice-presidents Karan Sat Sharma, secretaries Sunny Sangotra, Ajay Manhas, Rahul Vaid and Adv Gurdev Thakur, Rohit Verma, Er. Lalit Raina, District Presidents Hari Om Sharma, Sham Mehra, Ashish Sharma, Rohit Verma, Akash Chopra, Akhil Prashar, Sukhdev Singh, Amit Dubey and many others.
BJP Unit Kargil takes up issues regarding Animal Husbandry and Fisheries with Abdul Ghani Kholi
A delegation of BJP Unit Kagil today met Abdul Ghani Kholi Minister for Animal, Sheep Husbandry and Fishers to apprise the Hon'ble minister about the issues faced by the people of district Kargil.The delegation was lead by President BJP Unit Kargil Shri Mohammad Ali Majaz and comprising of its Executive Bodies and Seniors Members.Mohd Ali Majaz took the occassion to thanked the Hon'ble minister on behalf of the people of the Kargil (Ladakh) district for the sanctioning of the Zojila Tunnel, Inclusion of kargil Airport in UDAN Scheme and to declare Kishtwar - Panikar road as National Highway and 10% SDA for the employees working in difficult areas like Kargil-Leh (Ladakh) Region.Some of the main issues taken up were the following:1. Filling up of vacant position of vertinanary doctors at Animal and sheep husbandry Kargil District on urgent basis. 2. Infusion of Marino and Karakul blood in the entire sheep population of the district with the aim to improve the quality and quantity of wool and mutton industry. 3. Technology from Iran country can be used to explore more possibilities in this sector particularly in the Carpet Industry for which Karakul Wool is perfect.Karakul Sheep Fram which is established in Kargil way back in the 70s. 4. Health coverage to all the sheep and goat population of the district to prevent losses due to contagious and non contagious diseases. 5. Upgradation of cattle with gorsy breed through artificial insemination with frozen semen technology as well as with natural service. 6. Value addition and market linkages to animal produce especially surplus milk of farmers. Conservation and propagation of native breeds of yak and zanskari horse. 7. Up gradation of veterinary centers at various block of kargil district. 8. Sanctioning of initiatives for establishing fish farm, sheep and goat units.The Hon'ble minister gave a patient hearing to the delegation and assured them of taking up the demand at the earliest. He also sought the cooperation of the local populace to the department so that they could provide better services to the citizens. He reiterated the coalition government's commitment to the upliftment of the remotest region of the state. At the end he asked BJP Unit Kargil President to convey congratulations to the people of Kargil on his behalf.The delegation was comprised of Senior leader and Meida Incharge Suffan Jafari, BJP District Organiser Lama Paljor, BJYM state Sectrey Mohammad Hassan Pasha and Prabhari BJYM Kargil, BJP Senior leader Mohd Qasim, Zakir Zakiri District General Secretary, Akhon Niyaz Ali join sec, Mohd Ali Khoti Casher, BJYM District President Mohd Hussain Baba and besides a large number of a senior members.
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh declares open first Maharaja Hari Singh Gold Cup Football tourney
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh said it is imperative to honor the state’s legends and icons who have contributed immensely in different fields of life.The Deputy Chief Minister was speaking after inaugurating the first Maharaja Hari Singh Gold Cup Football tournament organized by Jammu and Kashmir Football Association in collaboration with Jammu and Kashmir Police at GGM Science College.MLA East, Rajesh Gupta, Director General Police Dr S P Vaid, Ex-Minister Gulchain Singh Charak and several prominent citizens and sports persons were present.The Deputy Chief Minister while highlighting the contribution of Maharaja Hari Singh said he has contributed in every sphere of life and the same is of historic nature. He said his special focus was on educating the weaker and downtrodden sections of the society and he ensured that free education is introduced in the State.Dr Singh said that by organizing the football tournament in the name of late Maharaja, the organizers have done a commendable job as it would come up as a regular feature and the younger generation especially the sports persons would also come to know about the historic work and contribution of the Maharaja.Deputy Chief Minister further said that the sports activities ensure that the energies of youth are channelized in a proper and coordinated direction and does not get swayed by other tendencies. He said the government has undertaken several measures for catalyzing the sports activities and in this regard several national and international tournaments have been organized whereby our youth get an opportunity of competing with several stall wards and get the requisite exposure to excel at various fora.
India’s educational system synonymous with civility, reverence: Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh today said the Indian educational system is synonymous with respect for parents and senior citizens.The Deputy Chief Minister was speaking at a function organized by the Jammu and Kashmir Bhartiya Shiksha Samiti (JKBSS) in connection with the celebration of honoring parents and senior citizens at Bhartiya Vidhaya Mandir, Amphalla, Jammu.Prof Naresh Padha, Social Activists, Mamta Singh, Reena Rajput and Satesh Mittal were also present.While referring to the Indian system of education, the Deputy Chief Minister said its main focus is to inculcate sense of respect and dedication of the young generation for their parents and senior citizens. He said the fine nuances of civility and related things formed the major part of India’s educational curriculum.Dr Singh said with the advent of modern education and technology the joint family system, which was also responsible for ensuring that the young generation develops sense of respectability towards their parents and elderly, started to vanish and a new concept of nuclear families propped up. He said the same has also contributed towards giving rise to several things which were alien to our culture and ethics.The students of the school presented several cultural items.Later, the Deputy Chief Minister visited the Shiv Mandir near the Tawi Bridge and paid obeisance there. He also inaugurated the community Langer organized by the Temple Management on eve of Mahashivratri
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh e-inaugurates 2 Receiving Stations in Budgam
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh said that several flagship schemes have been launched for augmentation and strengthening of generation, transmission and distribution network to achieve self-sufficiency and provide 24×7 supply to the consumers.The Deputy Chief Minister was speaking after e-inauguration of two receiving of two 33/11 KV receiving stations constructed by PDD at Waterhailand Arizal in Budgam District here today.Minister of State for PDD, Ms Asiea Naqash, MLA Hakim Yasin, MLC Saif-ud–Din Bhat, Commissioner/ Secretary PDD, DCP Power, Chief Engineers, Executive Engineers and other senior officers were present on the occasion.It is pertinent to mention that the two receiving stations would be benefiting a population of 18300 consumers and have been constructed with an estimated cost of Rs. 6.94 crore and would benefiting more than 20 villages / areas of the district.While referring to the several initiatives undertaken for strengthening the transmission distribution system in the state, the Deputy Chief Minister said that GoI has sanctioned Rs 1189.59 crore under PMDP for strengthening transmission system at 220kV and 132kV level. “Tenders for all schemes in both Jammu and Kashmir provinces stand issued. Out of 32 projects 8 stand allotted,” he added.“To remove existing constraints at transmission level, the department is striving to complete the critical Grid Stations and Transmission lines well before December, 2018 which include Grid Station, Alusteng, Budgam, Delina, Gladni, 220 KV, Srinagar -Leh, transmission line and 400 KV D/C transmission line NRSS-XXIX from Jallandhar-Samba to Amargarh”, he added.Dr Singh that GoI has approved an amount of Rs 616.59 crore under DDUGJY for strengthening the distribution system in rural areas of 21 districts of the state.Referring to providing electricity to un-electrified villages of the state, the Deputy Chief Minister said that electrification of 102 un-electrified villages of the state is included in the DDUGJY and RGGVY-II schemes, of which 78 un-electrified villages are included in DDUGJY and remaining 24 are included in RGGVY-II.He added that electrification of 22 villages has been achieved till January, 2018 and 26 villages shall be electrified by April, 2018. Remaining 54 villages shall be electrified through off grid mode by June, 2018, he added.
Hiranagar border villages deputation calls on Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh
A deputation of border villages of Hiranagar constituency led by MLA Hiranagar Mr. Kuldeep Raj today called on the Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh and projected several issues.Chief Secretary, Mr. B. B. Vyas, Principal Secretary, Home, Mr. R. K. Goyal and other senior officers were also present.The deputation projected issues like a reservation to the people living on international border on the pattern of those living on the line of control, providing 5 marls plot at a safer place and compensation to the land acquired by the security forces.Deputy Chief Minister assured the deputationists that all their genuine issues would be looked into and redressed properly.
MOS for Education, Tourism and Culture, Priya Sethi attacks NC, Congress for double standards
Minister of State for Education, Tourism and Culture, Priya Sethi attacked National Conference and Congress for double standards and said that both the parties are putting their vested self interest over the National Interest.The Minister was speaking during Polling Booth Sammelan at Nagrota here today.In the quest of gaining political mileage, NC and Congress are playing dirty politics over the blood of our brave Soldiers, the Minister maintained.Priya said that Bhartiya Janta Party is a party of Nationalists and every member of BJP will always put the National Interest first and held the flag of the Nation high till his last breath. The Minister criticizes NC and Congress for playing a vote bank politics and said that BJP believed in equal development for all and Nation Building while all these parties want is power. As a citizen of India, we are fortune to have a Prime Minister like Shri Narendra Modi who is taking the nation to a new era of development and becoming a world leader, the Minister affirmed.While addressing the gathering, the Minister lauded the party workers for their dedicated efforts by working for the welfare of the public at large.The Minister asked all the party leaders at the Booth Level to work for the strengthening of organization at the core level and cover every single issue of the common masses by approaching them individually. She said that every BJP activist played a decisive role in building a strong foundation for the partyThe Minister said that the BJP has never compromised in its core ethics and principles while working for the welfare of the society keeping agenda of "Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikaas" in mind.A threadbare discussion was also held for strengthening and extending the party base in the constitutency.Enumerating various developmental works initiated n Nagrota constituency, the Minister said that the the present government has taken several revolutionary measures for the welfare of masses in Nagrota by initiating prestigious projects like IIT, IIM, FCI, ZOO and many more. She said that the no false promises being made by BJP and development is not merely on papers but can be seen on ground.She said that the blood and sweat of every party worker of the BJP behind the success of the party. The Minister while making a special mention of party workers of the Nagrota constituency said that it’s all because them that BJP has managed to won the seat this twice in 2002 and 2008.Priya also asked the party workers to spread awareness regarding all the welfare schemes launched by the Central and the State government to ensure that the common masses will reap their benefits.The Minister also stressed on adding more female members to the party’s organizational setup.District President, Rural, Omi Khajuria, State Executive Member, Nand Kishore Sharma, Mandal President Nagrota, Hemraj Verma were present on the occasion.
BJP conducts series of meetings with District, Mandal Presidents. Every public issue to be addressed: Dy CM Dr. Nirmal Singh
J&K BJP led by Dy. CM Dr. Nirmal Singh along with State BJP Vice-President & District Incharge Parmod Kapahi, State General Secretary Dr. Narinder Singh, Minister for Industries Chander Prakash Ganga, Minister for Education Priya Sethi, Minister for Transport Sunil Sharma, MLAs Dr. Davinder Kumar Manyal, Jeevan Lal and Kuldeep Raj, State Secretary Adv. Vijay and other senior leaders conducted series of exhaustive meetings with the party District Presidents, Mandal Presidents, Organizing Secretaries and other BJP leaders from Kathua, Samba and other areas to promptly address the activists and public.The leaders participating in the meeting presented the local and other developmental issues before the august panel of senior leaders from the party. Issues related to motor vehicle department like initiating of new bus service, due stoppage at some places, effective provision of healthcare facilities, increasing pace of work for the formation of bunkers, matter of appropriate compensation to the border dwelling persons, ease of doing business in the government departments, issue of shifting KV and many others were raised. Ministers swiftly acted upon their grievances and suggestions duly noting them down and asking officials telephonically as well as issuing written instructions for others.Dr. Nirmal Singh asked the party men to act as the eyes and ears of the party for the effective good governance of the present dispensation. He stressed that the BJP stands for the welfare and the cause of the down-trodden and the neglected sections of the society. He said that the sole aim of this meeting is to provide an opportunity for direct interaction between ground leader and senior leaders so as to make sure that every public issue is addressed promptly.Chander Prakash Ganga stressed for coordination between party and public dealing departments so that public issues are promptly taken care of. He prompted party leaders to approach him for any industry related issue and also promote self employment generation among youth.Priya Sethi stressed on the need to focus on the quality education among the children. She also focused on the initiatives taken for highlighting the tourism sector in the state.Sunil Sharma deliberated on various policy matters in the Public works department as well as also on increasing rural revenues by various rural development schemes.Dr. Narinder Singh conducted the whole proceedings of meetings, deliberated that all the Ministers will soon visit the various districts allotted to them for looking after various affairs on the ground level while taking effective measures to sort out the developmental issues.Addl. Treasurer & Distt. She-Prahari Arvind Gupta, Addl. Media secretary & She-Prabhari Rakesh Mahajan, District Presidents Jangbir Singh and Prem Dogra, Organizing Secretaries Inderjit Sharma and Naresh Sharma, and others were among the prominent BJP leaders present in the meetings.
भाजपा किसान मोर्चा की जिला कार्यकारिणी की बैठक आज जिला कार्यालय उधमपुर में सम्पन्न हुई।
बैठक में किसान मोर्चा के प्रदेश अध्यक्ष आर एस चिब व जिला उधमपुर के अध्यक्ष संसार सिंह व जिला उधमपुर के विभिन्न इलाकों से आए हुए मोर्चा के पदाधिकारी ,ग्रामीण व किसान मौजूद थे। कार्यक्रम में भाजपा प्रदेश महासचिव पवन खजुरिया भी मुख्य रूप से शामिल हुए। बैठक में किसानों ने अपने अपने इलाकों में आ रही समस्याओं को उनके समक्ष रखा। उनका कहना था कि सरकार की कई स्कीमें अभी तक हमारे इलाकों में नहीं पहुंची हैं। इसके लिए सरकार को चाहिए कि इन स्कीमों को जल्द ही किसानों तक पहुंचाया जाए ताकि बाकी किसान भी इनका लाभ ले सकें। इस अवसर पर जानकारी देते हुए आर एस चिब का कहना था कि वित्त मंत्री अरुण जेतली ने बजट किसानों को केंद्रित कर बनाया है। उन्होंने कहा कि सरकार ने किसानों को सभी फसलों के साथ साथ बांस की पैदावार बढ़ाने पर जोर दिया। इससे निकलने बाले पदार्थ से गाड़ियों के लिए ईंधन तैयार किया जाएगा। प्रदेश महासचिव पवन खजुरिया ने बताया कि केंद्र सरकार ने किसानों के लिए बहुत सारी योजनाएं बनाईं हैं। जिनमें किसान फसल बीमा योजना प्रमुख है इस योजना से किसान बहुत कम पैसों से अपनी फसल का बीमा करवा सकता है, जिससे वह भविष्य के प्रति चिंतित नहीं होगा। पवन खजुरिया ने आगे कहा कि सरकार लगभग 1 लाख पंचायतों को इंटरनेट से जोड़ने जा रही है। इससे किसान घर बैठे केंद्र की योजनाओं से सम्बंधित जानकारी हासिल कर सकेंगे। इस अवसर पर भाजपा उधमपुर के जिला अध्यक्ष राकेश गुप्ता , जुगलकिशोर, मिलखी राम,सुभाष अत्तरी , मूलराज , बद्रीनाथ , पवित्तर सिंह , सूरम सिंह , करनैल सिंह , रामेश्वर और घनश्याम दास भी मौजूद थे।
Enough is enough defeat enemy ‘thousand cuts’ design
Wondering how long we are going to be bled by our sworn determined enemy set to bleed India as its state policy. Country has to rise to exclaim “enough is enough, defeat its thousand cuts design’ of bleeding India through low cost proxy war, said S.S. Bijral former IGP and BJP state spokesperson.Responding to two terrorist attacks in two days succinctly at army camp Sunjwan Jammu killing six soldiers on FEB 10 and at CRPF camp Karan Nagar Srinagar on Feb 11 Bijral observed the attacks is not a new phenomena, but a link of long chain: November 2016 Nagrota army camp attack, 7 soldiers were killed; in March 2015 two soldiers were killed at army camp Samba; a day before Samba attack police station kathua was stormed killing seven people; in 2003 attack at Sunjwan army camp 12 soldiers were killed; a month later of Sunjwan attack in 2003 fidayeen entered army camp Tanda and killed eight soldiers including one Brigadier and in 2002 in Kaluchak biggest attack terrorists targeted tourist bus and an army camp killing 38. He said this war on since 1990 is impacting state development and people welfare but we somewhere short of understanding our enemy staring us in our eyes holding Jammu Kashmir, integral part of our motherland India, its own jugular vein, and indulge in bonhomie. This while impairs our war preparedness, bolsters enemy morale and determination.Convinced Pakistan is not going to be tamed until weakened through further splits, a gift from its rulers, Bijral stressed on need to remove veil of our complacency, girdle up for exigency, strengthen, for sure, weak links, be focused/determined under efficient accountable command to uproot enemy penetrating on its own choosing. It’s time to be aggressive following doctrine ‘offence is the best defence’ we harvested richly with in 1971 war. Let’s learn, Bijral said, from Israel grown into a world power in midst of hostile nations. Here he hailed Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman saying: “Pakistan will have to pay for this misadventure. The deaths of our soldiers won’t go in vain.”Former senior cop emphasized, to win against enemy, people solidarity with fighting forces is a vital prerequisite, that can be earned only through dedicated, transparent, efficient and corruption free governance. Failing to so provide is helping enemy. Let’s all dedicate ourselves for nation like we did under Lal Bahadur Shastri accepting ‘enough is enough’ to see Tiranga not wrapped the martyred soldiers but flying high on the tallest ‘Mast’.
Sh. Balbir Ram Rattan reviews recovery status, implementation of schemes
Sh. Balbir Ram Rattan, Vice Chairperson, Jammu and Kashmir Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes & Backward Classes Development Corporation Limited, in a meeting held at the Corporation Head Office, took a review of recovery of loans advanced under Direct Financing Schemes in collaboration with various National Level Corporations and alsoimplementation of welfare schemes meant for the economic upliftment of the weaker sections in the state.The officers concerned, Mohd. Iqbal Kataria, Manager Projects, K.L Bhagat, Manager Recovery and Mohinder Paul, Statistical Assistant, apprised the Vice Chairperson that the corporation so farhas disbursed loans to the tune of rupees 84.68 crores since inception under Direct Financing Schemes by covering 5798 beneficiaries in different activities in the State.It was apprised by Manager Recovery that Corporation has recovered rupees 31.05 crore so far and during current financial year an amount of rupees 4.15 crores has been recovered up to ending December 2017.Vice Chairperson issued instructions to Manager Recovery to regularly monitor the recovery progress of each District and apprise the Management for timely action where default is reported. He said thatrecovery of loan is backbone of the finance and all District Managers should be instructed to take necessary steps to ensure that every month the recovery target is achieved.Manager Projects briefed that Corporation is implementing various welfare schemes for the upliftment of Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Backward Classes, Notified National Minorities, SafaiKaramcharis and Handicapped categories, in collaboration with National Level Corporations and funds under all categories are available with the Corporation and allocation of funds as per population of target groups has already been made to each District.
BJP State President & MLA, Sat Sharma (C.A.) Inaugurates lane construction work at Hari Nagar
Addressing the issues of local residents from Hari Nagar area in Ward 34 falling under Jammu West Constituency, BJP State President & MLA, Sat Sharma (C.A.) along with BJP State Additional Publicity Secretary Parduman Singh, District President Ayodhya Gupta, JMC officials other political activists inaugurated lane construction work in the august presence of prominent members of the civil society.While addressing the gathering, Sat Sharma said that BJP believes in the policy of development rather than profiteering and today every Indian National can proudly say that the country is heading towards its pristine glory under the leadership of Prime Minister, Narendra Modi and BJP National President Amit Shah. He said that working on the policy of ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikaas’ BJP has taken every issue of public concern on utmost priority, while typically focusing on the living status of the last person residing in the most neglected sections of the society.While giving information about the present construction of lanes, Sat Sharma said these are being constructed by the Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) with an estimated cost of 11.40 lakh rupees. He instructed the concerned agency to undertake the present work with no compromise on the quality of materials utilized and the workmanship.Sat Sharma also conducted door to door meeting with the locality residents to enquire their issues regarding any concerns they are having with the development works in the area. He appealed to the common public to monitor the ongoing work and report any dissatisfaction.Vijay Sharma, Om Parkash, Parshottam Dogra, Parsuram, Rajesh Kumar, Sandeep Kaul, Sunita Thapar and others were among the prominent persons present on the occasion.
Union Defence Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman met those injured in the Sunjuwan Army Camp attack at the Military Hospital in Jammu.
A delegation of the Sikhs from Kashmir met MOS Dr. Jitender Singh
A delegation of the Sikhs from Kashmir under the aegis of J&K Bharatiya Janata Party Minority Morcha met Dr. Jitender Singh, MOS in the Prime Minister`s office in New Delhi to present the charter of demands which the Sikhs of J&K in general and Kashmir in particular are demanding since the dawn of independence and more so after the turmoil erupted in valley. Among other demands like implementation of central Minority Commission Act, 1992 to the state of J&K, Anand marriage Act, the stress was laid on the controversial and discriminatory SRO 425 of 2017 dated 10th Oct. 2017 issued by the Govt of J&K in which the benefits of employment under Prime Minister`s Special Package of Employment and rehabilitation of 2009 are denied to the Sikh population of Kashmir who stayed back in the valley amid persistent treats and provocations sacrificing their lives and properties. They emphasized that this discriminatory SRO be withdrawn immediately or the Sikhs of the valley be also covered by making necessary amendment in the SRO, so that Sikhs in Kashmir don’t feel alienated and are rehabilitated by providing employment. Gurdyal Singh Bali, State Gen. Secretary said that the policy of the central Govt is to rehabilitate the minorities in the valley, so that there is no further exodus but by issuing discriminatory SRO the Govt of J&K state is encouraging the silent migration of the Sikhs. Randhir Singh Bali, President, Distt. Jammu affirmed that the Sikhs want the Kashmiri Pandits staying back in valley be given all moral,political and financial support to sustain their lives and to keep them tied to their motherland in Kashmir but at the same time the Sikhs in valley be not denied with the same benefits from central Govt welfare schemes. Delegation brought to the notice of Dr. Jitender Singh that only 1738 Sikh families have migrated from the valley which is less than 8% of the total Sikh population and notwithstanding ,more than 92% living there need all support from both the state and central Govts to hold them back otherwise this silent migration will continue unabated. R.P. Singh National Secretary, BJP present on the occasion also apprised Dr. Jitender Singh about the problems being faced by the Sikhs of J&K.Dr. Jitender Singh listened to the demands and grievances patiently and assured the delegation to take up the matter of controversial SRO with the Chief Minister of J&K and an early solution will be found. Meeting among others was attended by Harpal Singh Bali, State Media Secretary, Gurpreet Singh, Maninderpal Singh, and Raminderpal Singh.
BJP MP from Jammu-Poonch Sh. Jugal Kishore Sharma interacts with Public, party activists
BJP MP from Jammu-Poonch Parliamentary Constituency Jugal Kishore Sharma interacted with the public and BJP activists to address their problems in Party Headquarter, Trikuta Nagar.MP Jugal Kishore Sharma, expressed his views on public and the activist interaction programme and said that this interactive session between the public and the BJP activists is a regular programme initiated by the BJP to facilitate the execution of all the personal concerns as well as public welfare put forth by the general public as well as party activists. He said that usually public and grass root level activist is not able to get a chance to have first hand interaction with the senior leaders of the party, so in order to bridge that gap the sitting of MPs and Ministers from the party fold is organized time and again at the party headquarter. He also attributed this working culture to the tireless working attitude by our worthy Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP National President Amit Shah.Huge gathering of party activists and general public from all areas of the region visited Party office to discuss and present their problems. They presented the problems like water scarcity, upgradation of lanes, laying of roads, road, bridges, electricity and others. MP sorted out many of their problems on the spot by telephonically interacting with the competent authority and forwarded the others to concerned departments with written instructions for their quick disposal.While answering media persons, MP said that the focus has been laid on the all round development of Jammu city with an increased effort to bring Centrally sponsored projects here. He also said that the work on the 4 lanning of Akhnoor Road will be commenced soon. He said that despite the misinformation campaign led by the opposition, that BJP has proven its committed to the public welfare while giving the benefits of bunkers to the border residents for their safety from the unabated Pakistan shelling with all compensation for the loss of lives, livestock, crops etc. I will also raise issue of compensation for land on both sides of fencing to the border dwellers, claimed MP.People appreciated the sincere effort on behalf of BJP and MP Jugal Kishore for patiently attending to their problems. Whole programme was coordinated by State Secretary & State Incharge Election Related Matters Rajinder Sharma and State Additional Office Secretary Suresh Sharma.
Sh. Sat Sharma inaugurates reconstructed lanes, ShivRatri Bhandara in Rajpura
Sh. Sat Sharma prompts public to contribute in “Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao”, “Swacchta Abhiyaan”Keeping up the pace for the development of Jammu West Constituency, BJP State President & Local MLA from the Assembly Constituency, Sat Sharma inaugurated newly built lanes of Rajpura locality, Ward No. 33. BJP State Treasurer Chander Mohan Gupta, District President Ayodhya Aupta and other senior leaders along with the august gathering of prominent persons from the locality were also present during the inauguration.While inaugurating the reconstructed lanes, Sat Sharma reaffirmed his commitment towards the development and progress of the community on the modern lines keeping all the factors like sanitation, approachability and other factors in mind. He said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP National President Amit shah has started a mission to take India on the top of the world in terms of technology, literacy, infrastructure and more importantly simplified approach to every single public concern facility.Sh. Sat Sharma said that informed public has the greatest plus in availing every benefit and women education will be an important tool for this and that’s why PM Modi has put so much emphasis on “Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao” and prompted the common mass to contribute in the same. he also sought help of the local residents to keep their surroundings clean and green, while also contributing to the cause of “Swacchta Abhiyaan”.Sh. Sat Sharma also inaugurated Bhandara on the auspicious occasion of Maha ShivRatri and wished all that the blessings of Bhole Baba be showered upon all and this MahaParv brings the best of health and good fortune for all.While giving the details of the present work, Sat Sharma said that these lanes are constructed with the total cost of around 10.77 Lakh rupees. Agency employed in the present work is Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) which completed the work within a set time frame to the utmost satisfaction of the local residents.Local residents also thanked the MLA for his constant effort to mitigate the sufferings of masses and claimed that such pace of development works was not witnessed in the area for decades.Bawa Sharma, Karan Sharma, Manish Khajuria, Ashok Sharma, Ram Prashad, Mohit Vaid, Master SOm Dutt, Parshottam Shastri, Jagdev Singh and others were among the prominent persons also accompanied the MLA during the inauguration.
MP BJP (Lok Sabha) Jugal Kishore sanctioned Rs 15 Lac on eve of Mahashivratri
Sh. Jugal Kishore Sharma Member of Parliament BJP (Lok Sabha) Jammu Poonch visited village Raipur and Bhalwal in Raipur Domana Constituency and greeted people on the eve of Mahashivratri. Jugal Kishore sanctioned Rupees 15 Lac for development works in Raipur Domana constituency.Sh. Jugal Kishore Sharma Member of Parliament greeted the people on the eve of Mahashivratri and said that that the Mahashivratri is the holy festival and people are celebrating it in each and every corner of the country.He paid his tribute in holy Temple of Lord Shiva at Raipur Mandi and prayed for the peace and development of the whole Community. Jugal Kishore while addressing the gathering said that the Narendra Modi is the Great Prime Minister of India and spreading the fame of India over the worldwide.His efforts are always remarkable and he always work for the betterment of whole community.He listened to the problems and demand of the people of the area and assured that all their demands would be re-addressed and fulfilled.The demand of Community Hall is raised among the masses and he sanctioned Rs 10 lac from his MPLAD Scheme.He further visited village Bhalwal and readdressed the demand of in inhabitants and also sanctioned Rs 5 lav for the development of cremation ground on the demand of general public.Pandit Prabhakar Khajuria,Bakshi Singh Jamwal and People of village Raipur and Bhalwal welcomed Member of Parliament and thanked him for visiting their village and sanctioning the amount from his MPLAD Scheme for various development works.District President Rural BJP Omi Khajuria,Yash Pal Seth, Ex-Sarpanch Bhupinder Singh ,Ex-Sarpanch Narinder Singh Jamwal ,Booby , Raju Singh, Shakti Dutt ,Sheesh Pal ,Harsh Vardhan Singh ,Pt. Ravi sharma ,Nittu Verma,Joginder Kumar,Sunil Rakka,Gulshan Bhagat and others were Present at the occasion.
Talk with Pak on “Parliamentary Resolution” after militancy ceases: Sh. Sunil Sethi
National Scheduled Castes Finance & Development Corporation (NSCFDC) (Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India), Assistant General Manager Dr. K.C. Mahato, who was in Jammu to attend the meeting of the Board of Directors of J&K SC,ST, BC Development Corporation Limited, called on Corporation Vice-Chairperson, Balbir Ram Rattan and apprised him of the welfare schemes being run by the Union government through them for the socio economic upliftment of the members of Scheduled Caste community across the country.Dr. K.C. Mahato told the Vice-Chairperson that different types of earning units are being setup by the unemployed males and females belonging to the Scheduled Caste category by availing the financial assistance in the form of loan provided by National Scheduled Castes Finance & Development Corporation through local channelizing agencies in their respective states. He further told that the unemployed SCs in North Eastern states are earning their livelihood by establishing the local traditional small units.The Vice-Chairperson was informed that the National Scheduled Castes Finance & Development Corporation has concern for the employees of its channelizing agencies and that every employee has the facility of availing personal loan up to rupees five lakh at rate of interest lesser than banks and other financial institutions.Balbir Ram Rattan, while interacting with the AGM, said that J&K SC, ST, BC Development Corporation is making all efforts to reach every nook and corner of the state and provide financial assistance to the unemployed members of the reserved categories with a motive of making them self reliant instead of becoming burden on their families. He also discussed the schemes meant for the Scheduled Castes and expressed hope that the NSCFDC would adopt more liberal approach while providing funds for the SCs in the state.
Jammu East Mandal held a programme in connection with the celebration of Sampuran Diwas
Jammu East Mandal held a programme in connection with the celebration of Sampuran Diwas at Purani Mandi office.Jammu East MLA Rajesh Gupta was the chief guest on the occasion and the other prominent leaders who attended the function included the Seh Prabhari of Jammu Distt. Anuradha Singh Charak,Distt.General Secretary and Prabhari of Jammu East Viney Gupta and state working committee member Shiv Kumar Gupta, Subhash Gupta and Naresh Pardhan. The programme started with the Shanti Path in memory of the martyrs of the Sunjwan terrorist attack after the lighting of the traditional lamp and floral tributes were also paid to Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya. Rajesh Gupta while speaking on the occasion paid rich tributes to the valour of the armed forces who laid down their lives while fighting the terrorists from across the border.Rajesh Gupta said that today on the occasion of Sampuran Diwas we are paying our tributes to Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhyaya . Anuradha Singh Charak talked about the ideology of Pt.Deen Dayal Upadhaya and exhorted the cadres of Jammu East to fully imbibe his teachings. Viney Gupta while addressing the gathering said that the BJP is scaling new and new heights due to the sound ideological platform laid by men like Shri Deen Dayal Upadhaya. The prominents who attended the function included Gopal Gupta, P.C.Gupta, Rajinder Gupta, Suresh Bharti, Shashi Sapolia, Amit Khanna,Chandan Gupta, Chaman Lal, Jaspal,Surinder Anand, Anil Masoom,Raju Sethi,Sd.Gurchran Singh and Vinod. Stage was conducted by General Secretary of Jammu East Mandal Rajesh Gupta and vote of thanks was proposed by General Secretary Arun Sethi.
National SC Corp AGM calls on Sh. Balbir Ram Rattan
Literature imbibes sense of aesthetics, humanism:Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh
Releases Poetic collection MAN DARPANDy CM Dr Nirmal Singh today said that Literature has a pivotal role in our life as it besides educating imbibes a sense of aesthetics and humanism in us.Deputy Chief Minister was speaking after releasing “MAN DARPAN” a Hindi Poetry Collection compiled by Vikram Singh Sahi here at J&K Academy of Art, Culture & Languages Arts (JKAACL). The function was attended by Mamta Singh senior leader, several prominent writers, and people from different walks of Life.While complimenting the author, the Deputy Chief Minister said that this type of collection is very contemporary and needs to be appreciated by all. He said that the book presents vividly the realities of life and society and it would also be a good addition to the literature of our state.“The thoughts in the poem have been presented imaginatively and creatively. While as descriptive language has also been used,” Dr Singh added.Earlier, Dr. Seema Sharma, presented the detailed view of the book “MAN DARPAN”,The author also recited many of his poems and other works at the event.The poetic collection presents a collection of emotions covering all aspects of human relations, religion, patriotism, spiritualism, socialism, politics and many more societal issues. The book is based on basic human values and empathy which a poet feels towards all people around him.
BJP Kashmir pays tribute to Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhayay
Paying glowing tribute to Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhayay on his death anniversary,Bharatiya Janata Party, today organized different functions across Kashmir to highlight the struggle and contribution for the nation building.The main function was held at party office, Srinagar, organized by District vice President Srinagar; Ashok Bhat; State Vice President Minority Morcha; Adv. Syed Wajahat Hussain, Office Incharge Kashmir; Mohammad Tahir Mir, Constituency President Habakadal; Fayaz Ahmad Bhat, State Secretary Minority Morcha; Sheikh Ab. Rashid Akouri, Sheikh Shahid, Muneer Ahmad Shah, Manzoor Ahmad Ganie, Bashir Ahmad, Shabir Shah, Mohammad Maqbool Wagay, Mohammad Adil Malik and others, were Present in the function and was presided by State media Secretary Altaf Thakur , who threw light on the life of Deen Dayal Upadhayay and his contribution to the nation."Pandit Ji came in contact with Sangh in 1937, opted to go as Pracharak in 1942, worked as Vibhag Pracharak and later Seh- Prant Pracharak of Uttar Pradesh. Elected National General Secretary of Jana Sangh in Kanpur convention and remained on this post from 1951 to 1967," Thakur said, adding, Pandit Ji led a number of protests and Satyagrah, including that of Kashmir Stayagrah, held protest demonstration with 5 lakh people outside Parliament House in the protest against on August 16, 1965.Thakur said Pandit ji despite hardships qualified Civil Services examination, he did not go for government job and devoted his life for the service of the nation after being inspired by the ideology of Sangh.Terming him a great visionary leaders and inspiration for generations, Thakur said Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhayay view was "the nation cannot progress until the people living at the lowest level are not uplifted".'On the occasion Ashok Bhat Said was of the view that the illiterate, Foolish be worshipped. It is our social and human dharma; we should provide them basic amenities. Integral humanism, cultural nationalism, organization, co-ordination like subjects, he had very positive and relevant views," Bhat Added.Ashok Bhat further said that he led a life of a saint only two pairs of clothes and few books were his personal asset. "Pandit ji was masiah of poor In just 44 days of his election as Jana Sangh National President, his dead body was found on Mughal Sarai Railway Station under mysterious circumstances on February 11, 1968," he said.
BJP State President & MLA Sh. Sat Sharma, Speaker J&K legislative Assembly Sh. Kavinder Gupta visits Military Hospital, prayers for early recovery
BJP State President & MLA Sh. Sat Sharma, Speaker J&K legislative Assembly Sh. Kavinder Gupta visited the Military Hospital Satwari and enquired about the well being of the person injured in Sunjwan terror attack. Condeming the attack, Sh. Sat Sharma expressed his solidarity with the families of the martyred; he said such acts is the outcome of building frustration among the militants & their commandors due to the tightening of noose and killing of more than 200 militants by the security forces. The legislators met the injured at the Miltary Hospital; one of whom was a minor girl of nine years and wished for their early recovery. Terming the attack as “cowardly act”, the Speaker said that J&K has already paid a very heavy cess in the field of socio-economic development since the inception of violence in the state. He said that targeting the innocent families of armed forces can in no way be tolerated and the mastermind behind such barbaric acts will be dealt with iron hands along with those who eat here and sing songs of the other side. The Speaker said that the people who want to tear the social fabric of the state should remember the famous quote that “whoever digs a pit will himself fall into it”. He expressed grief and sorrow over the loss of human life and said that the sacrifices of the brave soldiers who were martyred in fighting for their motherland will be remembered with respect and honour for years to come.
State President BJP and MLA Jammu West Sh. Sat Sharma Inaugurates construction work of Park at Old Rehari near VHP Office.
Continuing with his untiring efforts to make a clean and green Jammu. State President BJP and MLA Jammu West Sat Sharma (CA) inaugurated construction of Park at Old Rehari near Vishwa Hindu Parishad Office. He was also accompanied by a large number of people including officials of JMC (Jammu Municipal Corporation), local residents, social activists and political activists of the area.The construction work of the park will be carried in different phases. The first phase includes works like Levelling of ground, construction of boundary wall and installation of benches for sitting. The cost of works in this phase is estimated at Rupees 4.00 Lakhs and the works will be supervised by Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC).Speaking on the occasion, Sat Sharma said that it was a long pending demand of local residents for a park and this is a great step taken in the process of making our constituency clean and green. This will also provide a great environment for morning walkers of the area as well as the children. He also said that other parks of the area will also be facelifted with improved and better conditions.He appealed to the masses to keep the surroundings clean and take active part on Swacch Bharat mission of our Hon'ble PM Narendra Modi Ji.Ex-En JMC Abdullah, Jeet Angral , Dr. Akshay Sharma, Suresh Salgotra, Ajay Anand, Sham Kumar, Madan Gupta, Parmod Kumar, Darshan Kumar, Susheel Kumar, Ashwani Gupta, Diwakar Singh, Prashant Singh, Mahesh Choudhary, Rattan Gupta, Om Prakash, Rajesh Kumar, Sunil Singh, Vipin Kumar and many others were present on the occasion.
BJP Condemns MLA Akbar Lone for “Pro Pak” Slogans and Demands his Expulsion from Legislative Assembly
BJP State General Secretary Dr Narinder Singh took strong exception to the anti-national and pro-Pakistan statement of former J&K Legislative Assembly Speaker, former Cabinet Minister in the Congress-National Conference coalition government and sitting NC MLA Akbar Lone for his anti-National statement in the J&K Legislative Assembly.Dr Narinder Singh said that the such a bizarre, unfortunate statement and the shameless attitude of the sitting MLA show the real mindset of the National Conference party whose sitting MLA says that he is from a particular community so he will not tolerate “Pakistan Murdabad". Dr Singh asked National Conference President Dr Farooq Abdullah and Omar Abdullah to explain to the nation as to why did MLA’s feelings get hurt when our security forces are fighting proxy war waged by Pakistan and slogans are raised against Pakistan. He said it is a proven fact throughout the world that Pakistan has adopted “Terrorism” as its State Policy and that why it has been named “Terroristan". Dr Singh also maintained that when MLA gave the statement that he is Muslim and so will not tolerate anti-Pakistan slogans shows his true colours and unmasks real face of NC leadership. He advised NC leadership not to forget about the Crores of Nationalistic Muslims of India, who are ready to lay down their lives for safeguarding the interests of Nation.Dr Singh regretted the loss of lives in cowardice act by Pakistan supported terrorists which started in the early hours of Saturday at Sunjwaan Army base Camp. He also said that the Indian Security Forces have enough strength to neutralize any security threat.He also demanded that NC must take stringent action and expel Akbar Lone anti-national/pro-Pakistan legislator from the primary membership of the party for it to prove its nationalistic and secular credentials. He said that MLA has tried to communally polarize the atmosphere in the already trouble-torn state of J&K by its utterances well within the house which is the sanctum sanctorum of the temple of democracy.He said that it is only the Constitution of India that gives so much liberty to speak whatever they want but the utterances of Akar Lone who during his tenure as speaker in Congress-NC government had brought disrepute to Speakers Chair by using abusive language against MLAs of other parties without then Chief Minister taking any action. He needs to be expelled from legislative assembly. He also said that the anti-National utterances are not new to the leaders of National Conference which has the history of airing such statements to remain in limelight, especially when out of power. NC leadership has always created a gulf between patriotic and anti-national forces.Dr Singh said that these types of persons add fuel to the fire of already volatile atmosphere and their activities have contributed to the burning of the “Valley" for decades. It is the blooming of fear psychosis among the leaders of the opposition to check the Valley’s developmental surge that has been evident in the whole state after the government formation by BJP, and Congress and NC’s ouster from the administration.
State Bharatiya Janata Party condemns the militant attack on Army camp in Sunjwan
State Bharatiya Janata Party has condemned the militant attack on Army camp in Sunjwan which was apparently executed by Pakistan trained and misguided militants. Though with gallant fight by army militants were neutralized but in the process there was unfortunate loss of precious lives from our side including minor. This shows utter frustration with Pakistan who wants to divert attention of World about their own internal failures.Sunil Sethi Chief Spokesperson of state Unit of Bharatiya Janata Party said that circumstances do reveal that it could have been executed with local aid and help and as such it is imperative to investigate and apprehend all such persons. He said role of Rohingiya settlers near Sunjawan area is also required to be seriously investigated and it is no time to protect persons enmical to country in the name of religion.Sunil Sethi further noted that it is unfortunate that at the time when militants trained and sent from across were attacking army camp and our armed forces were fighting them, national conference leader and former Speaker Akbar Lone choose to raise slogan in favour of Pakistan. He said the stand and stance of National Conference stood exposed and it is eye opener for people of Jammu and particularly voters of Nagrota and Arnia constituencies who voted for National Conference and whose representative remained mum when Akbar Lone was uttering words against interest of Nation. He said with these types of leaders existing on soil of state there is always encouragement to enemies sitting across Border.Sunil Sethi further asked Chief Minister of the state to have relook on the policy of softness towards stone pelters and militants and their supporters whether underground, Over ground or political. It is time for while Nation to And Take together to flight not only militants but also their supporters sitting inside nation particularly state. He further noted that recent attack has exposed fragile security set up around Jammu which has to be addressed on priority to provide safety and security to people.
BJP Mahila Morcha, Yuva Morcha protests against Pakistan
BJP State Mahila Morcha led by its State President Purnima Sharma staged a strong protest against Pakistan for its involvement in the militancy related incidents in the State of Jammu & Kashmir especially in the wake of recent fidayeen attack on the Army base Camp in the Sunjwaan area of Jammu. Mahila Morcha activists also burned the effigy of Pakistan while raising anti-Pakistan slogans.Purnima Sharma said that by engineering such attacks on the Army and their family members is the result of the stone age mindset of the rogue state of Pakistan. She said that Pakistan has proved to be a failure state in all its internal affairs and thus concentrating to foment trouble in India just to mislead its residents by aiding terrorists for ghastly acts here. She said that the nefarious designs of Pakistan will not be tolerated at any cost and befitting reply will be given by our security forces. She also praised Indian Army for its valour shown in neutralizing militants.She also condemned the NC MLA Akbar Lone for raising “Pakistan Zindabad” in J&K Assembly and said that it shows the skewed mindset of the regional party. she said that the Government agencies must take cognizance of the matter and may be his links with the failed neighbouring state as evident from his soft corner towards Pakistan.Mahila Morcha State general Secretaries Veenu Khanna and Sanjita Dogra, State Secretary Anu Gupta, Veena gupta, Praveen Arora, Pooja Chouhan, Shubhlata Sharma, Prerna Nanda and others were among the prominent Morcha activists present during the protest.Meanwhile, Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) also held series of protests, in which they raised slogans against Pakistan and burned its effigies in every district to denounce the cowardly move by Pakistan supported terrorists led by its district teams with participation of all the BJYM activists.
Member of Parliament Jugal Kishore met with General Manager Northern Railways
Member of Parliament BJP Lok Sabha Jammu-Poonch Jugal Kishore Sharma along with Senior BJP leader Nand Kishore met with Vishvesh Choubey General Manager Northern Railways at Manwal Railway Station on his visit to Jammu and submitted charter of demands to him.Jugal Kishore Sharma Member of Parliament had a meeting with the General Manager Northern Railways at Manwal Railway Station and discussed number of development works in his parliamentary constituency.He said that Manwal Railway Station needs to be redeveloped as the number of passengers increased at Manwal Railway Station. Jugal Kishore Sharma discussed that the approaching road to Manwal Railway Station is in very worst condition and needs to be constructed and upgraded.He further said that the height of the platform at Manwal Railway Station needs to be increased to meet with the foot steps of the train as the old persons,ladies and children as well have to face large number of problems during arrival and departure of the Trains.Moreover,he also discussed the other issues regarding stoppage of Uttar Sampark Kranti and DMU at Manwal railway Station and to incorporate the Manwal Station into A Category Railway Stations.He said that Tehsil Dansal,Tehsil Majalta and large number of villages get connected through Manwal Railway Station and urging for the stoppage of Hemkund Express as the people has to cover up with the journey of 70 KMS appx to travel through this Train from Jammu Tawi or Katra Railway Station.The demand of over bridge at Manwal Railway Station also added to it.Vishvesh Choubey General Manager Northern railway accepted the charter of demands and assured that all the demands would be redressed soon. The work for the approaching roads and renovation of platform would get started soon and construction of Crossing over bridge would also be processed.People of village Kishenpur,Manwal,Kuthar,Dansal,Majalta,Bhatyari,Jamble ,Korga and adjoining areas greeted General Manager at Manwal Railway Station and thanked Member of Parliament for putting froth their demands in front of him.Senior BJP Leaders Nand Kishore,Parkash Singh,Kartar Singh,Chunni Lal,Ganesh Kumar,Vikas Gupta,Uttam Singh,Som Dutt and others were present at the occasion.
Shri Sat Sharma raises issue of PoJK displaced families in J&K Assembly
BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma moved “Calling Attention Notice” in the Legislative assembly of Jammu & Kashmir for the Minister of Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation & Reconstruction and Floriculture related to the delay in distribution of Funds to displaced families from Pakistan occupied Jammu & Kashmir (PoJK).While calling the attention of Minister, Sat Sharma highlighted the grievances of families who are displaced and facing distress due to the lack of facilities and other essentials. Sharma argued that that it is a matter of concern for all that why the issues pertaining to displaced families have not been sorted out yet.Sat Sharma sought the details of number of families who have been already paid the designated amount and also about the number of cases of beneficiaries lying pending with the R&R department as well as the Central government.He was duly replied that the Ministry of home Affairs (MHA) has already paid the amount of four hundred thirty six crores eleven lakh twelve thousand three hundred and five rupees (4,36,11,12,305) to the eight thousand fifty one(8851) beneficiaries so far. While 847 cases are presently lying with the Relief and Rehabilitation Department, which will be cleared with in a week’s time. He was also told that 2699 cases are presently lying with the MHA Department thus putting sum of all such cases as 12397. Total number of families to receive the benefit under this process are 36384.Sharma also requested the Minister to provide a soft copy to all the Hon’ble members of house and formulate a team of worthy members to address the issues of displaced families. He also stressed on the point that the 5300 families who have settled outside the state have been denied compensation till date, but they must be included in the list for the package as they are also the sufferers of same distress.Sat Sharma lamented that for the decades filled with long years of distress and distraught, the families who were forced to abandon their homes while parting with the lives of many of their near and dear ones including the loss in terms of property and livestock, it becomes the first duty of the government to make out the best effort to dress their wounds, but the successive governments in the past never cared for their plights and only pursued their vested agendas. He stressed that only the BJP under the strong leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi took concrete steps to give healing touch to these deprived sections.Hon’ble Minister in the reply assured that the cases will be processed on the fast track basis in a time bound mechanism and every effort will be done to address their issues.
Stop shedding crocodile tears for border dwellers and Army: BJP to Congress
New found love of Congress leaders of the State for border dwellers and Army is nothing but another example of opportunistic politics,blamed Bharatiya Janata Party in a press release issued here today. Congress during its rule did nothing to mitigate their woes but exploited the border dwellers for vote bank politics with false promises. It is the Bharatiya Janata Party which has not only embarked upon to fulfil the promises made to them but has gone a step ahead by including “development of border areas” as a flagship programme by the Modi led NDA government. Green signal has been given for construction of community and individual bunkers in all the five districts on the IB/LOC in the Jammu region to minimize loss to life and prevent causalities, the compensation for loss of human life and injuries, damage to property, loss of cattle and injury to cattle has been increased manifold. There is a glaring difference in what Congress did for them and what BJP is doing and in order to hide their guilt and non-performance Congress is now shedding crocodile tears by holding road side shows and rallies, accused Brig Anil Gupta, State Spokesperson. “Can Congress spell out even a single measure taken by them for the welfare of border dwellers during the tenure of last two successive governments, if not then why this drama all of a sudden,” questioned Brig Gupta? The border dwellers may appear simple but are very alert and alive to the realities and are not likely to be carried away by these theatrics warned the statement. Congress is also misleading the people by blaming the present BJP government at the Centre for heightened tension on the LOC. The truth is otherwise. According to Lt Gen D S Hooda, ex-Northern Army Commander, “the increase in violence along the LOC had actually started during the previous UPA government and has little to do with any political rhetoric.” The Congress is playing politics in the name of the Army which is an apolitical organisation and is best advised to refrain from the same said Brig Gupta. It were the Congress leaders who demanded evidence after the successful surgical strike carried out by the Army thus challenging the veracity of the statement made by the then DGMO of Indian Army. “Armed Forces are considered sacrosanct universally and are never subjected to partisan political debates. Only here we find some political parties bickering over a non-negotiable condition without realising its implications on the morale of rank and file. While it is understood that the separatists have to toe the line of Pakistan because they are on its payrolls, the behaviour and statements of Congress leaders are baffling and mind-boggling. Be it during the surgical strikes or on the question of interference with anti-terror operations, Major Gogoi case or calling names to the present Chief of Army Staff, Congress has repeatedly emerged on the wrong side. Finding itself on the losing side everywhere and every time and shrinking in popularity and mass base, the party is acting out of desperation visualising its total eclipse,” said Brig Gupta. The Congress leaders on many occasions have openly expressed support for the terrorists while criticising the Army. Salman Nizami, a joint secretary of JKPCC who had recently campaigned for the party in Gujarat and called Indian Army “a bunch of rapists” in a latest tweet has called Major Aditya “killer”,whereas, the local leaders of the same party are trying to gain public sympathy by condemning Mehbooba Mufti for using the word “black sheep”. What a duplicity, exclaimed Brig Gupta!
BJP pays tribute to Shri Ved Mankotia
State BJP led by its State President & MLA Sat Sharma along with State Vice-President Karan Singh, General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul and other senior leaders paid rich tributes to its tall leader Ved Mankotia who breathed his last on Wednesday due to a sudden cardiac arrest. Sat Sharma termed Ved Mankotia as the man of integrity and said that tall leader has served the party as District President and due to his continuous hard work, made sure the extension of party activities in the far flung areas while ensuring the reach of party activities and ideology to every single household in the region. Party made him the State Executive Member in the present team and also the Seh-Prabhari for the District Basohli. Sharma said that all the party workers especially in the region of Basohli must pledge to complete his pending tasks to pay him true homage. His death is personal loss not just for his family but also for the BJP family, claimed Sat Sharma. Ashok Kaul threw light on the life of Ved Mankotia and said that the popular personality of Basohli and Bani didn’t work as political leader but purely as a social worker in difficult circumstances who always fought for the commoner’s issues. Kaul said that Mankotia’s efforts ensured the win of party in all the three assembly seats during his tenure as district President of BJP. He further prompted all the party activists to follow his footsteps. Others who spoke on the occasion were senior leader Satish Sharma, Som Raj Khajuria, Mahila Morcha State President Purnima Sharma, Shiv Kumar and District President Baldev Singh Billawaria. BJP State Secretary Sanjay Baru conducted stage proceedings. Two minutes of silence was also observed to pray to God Almighty to bless his soul and give the family enough strength to bear the loss. BJP State Secretary Er. Ghulam Ali Khatana, Vikramjit Singh, Chander Mohan Gupta, Rachpal Singh, Kulbhushan Mohtra, Ajay Pargal, Pawan Sharma, Dr. Pardeep Mahotra, Tilak Gupta, Onkar Seth, Pt. Ashok Khajuria, Vinay Gupta, Shailja Gupta, Anuradha, Gopal Mahajan, Harbans Choudhary and others were among the prominent leaders who paid floral tributes on the portrait of Ved Mankotia.
Rs 17.53 cr spent on BADP works during past 2 years: Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh informed the Legislative Assembly that the government has spent Rs 17.53 crore on power infrastructure under Border Area Development Programme (BADP) across the state in two years.Replying to a question by Dr Devender Kumar Manyal, the Dy CM said that Rs 46.00 lakh BADP works were completed in the District Samba during the year 2015-16 and 2016-17, while Rs 2.71 crore was allotted for the year 2017- 18, of which Rs 2.15 crore were spent till ending December 2017. He said the funds were spent on augmentation of seven 11/0.4 KV Sub-Stations along with HT/LT network. He said apart this, RAPDRP Part-B is also under execution in Samba District to improve and upgrade power infrastructure.Responding to another part of the question, the Deputy Chief Minister said that the capacity of the 66/11 KV Receiving Station, Thalote and Rahiyan has been augmented from 5 MVA to 10 MVA eachDeputy Chief Minister further told the House that a Detailed Project Report (DPR) amounting to Rs.27. lakh has been formulated for Revamping/Improvement of 1x3.15 MVA, 33/11 KV Receiving Station Mandal Block has been prepared. The work shall be taken up as and when the funds are provided.
Sh. Balbir Ram Rattan briefed about fresh loan cases of the Corp
Senior officials of Jammu & Kashmir Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes & Backward Classes Development Corporation Limited, during their meeting with the Vice-Chairperson, Balbir Ram Rattan, briefed him about the status of fresh loan cases in different districts of Jammu province.Divisional Manager, Ghulam Qadir Khatana, along with Manager Projects, Mohammed Iqbal Kataria and Jammu District Manager, Joginder Paul Atri, informed the Vice-Chairperson that unemployed males and females belonging to reserved categories have submitted loan applications in their respective district offices of the Corporation and the interviews in Jammu, Samba, Kathua, Udhampur, Reasi , Rajouri, Doda and Kishtwar districts have been conducted. The loan applicants have been asked to submit the required formalities so that the complete cases are prepared to be forwarded to the Head Office for sanction and disbursement of the loan.Balbir Ram Rattan, while speaking in the meeting, asked the officials to conduct the interviews of the remaining districts of Poonch and Ramban at the earliest. He said that there should be no delay in processing the cases of the applicants.The Vice Chairperson stressed upon these officials to educate the unemployed people of the Target Groups and guide them to avail the benefits of various welfare schemes of the government at the centre and in the State. “The prime objective of these schemes is socio-economic upliftment of the Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Backward Classes, Physically Disabled Persons, members of the Minorities Notified at the National Level and Safai Karamcharis”, Balbir said and added that Corporation officials should take these schemes to the remote and flung areas of the state. He also asked them to highlight the Education Loan scheme under which the meritorious students of weaker sections can get financial assistance to study within and outside the country.
MoU worth Rs.2500 Cr signed between JKPDD, CPSUs for works under IPDS, PMDP, R-APDRP
J&K State Power Development Department (JKPDD) and three CPSU’s today signed Memorandum of Understanding in presence of Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh which is subsequent to approval of state cabinet to sign the Distribution works under IPDS, PMDP and R-APDRP (Part-B) in selected Circles of Power Development Department, J&K.While speaking on the occasion, Dr Singh said that commissioning of these projects would go a long way in providing adequate power supply to consumers of the State.It was informed that the Rural Electrification Corporation Power Distribution Company Limited (RECPDCL), Project Implementing Agency, is engaged for execution of distribution works for Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh areas for Design, Engineering, Procurement supply, erection, testing and commissioning of all the material and services works to be taken-up for execution of Distribution works under IPDS, PMDP and R-APDRP (Part-B) in five circles of J&K State with an estimated cost of Rs.931.33 crore, on nomination basis.Besides, Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) as Project implementing Agency is signed for execution of distribution works for Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh areas for Design Engineering, Procurement, supply erection testing and commissioning of all the material and services works to be taken-up for execution of Sub- transmission and distribution works of 8 Districts under RGGVY-II, DDUGJY and PMDP (Rural) with an estimated cost of Rs 507.73 crore on nomination basis and for execution of transmission works in Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh areas at an estimated cost of Rs 426.13 crore, under PMDP.Similarly, REC Transmission Project Company Ltd (RECTPCL) as Project Implementing Agencies is signed for execution of transmission works for Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh areas for an amount of Rs 495.54 crore under PMDP.Dr Singh said the State Government is working under a well knit strategy to ensure that the power scenario in the State is transformed towards an improved and enhanced utility by ensuring an easy access to electricity for all.The Deputy Chief Minister, while elaborating on Government’s initiatives of ensuring access to electricity for all, said that today’s agreement with the stake holder is a major step in this direction.These projects will solve the problems being faced in the distribution, transmission and generation of power in J&K state and will help in proper augmentation and renovation of the existing power infra, he added.Minister of state for Power Development and Industries and Commerce, Asiea Naqash, Commissioner Secretary PDD, Hirdesh Kumar, DCP, Asgar Ali, CE Project Wing Jammu, Som Raj, CE Project Wing Kashmir, Daljit Singh, CE, S K Koul, CEO RECPDCL, P Shakeel Ahmad, CEO RECTPCL, Gautam Sharma, Chief Project Manger REC, Ajay kumar, GM PGCIL, S K Palit and other senior officials of department were also present on the occasion.
JK BJP hails statement of PM Modi
BJP J&K State hailed statement of Prime Minister Modi, in which the PM referring to the history said that the seeds of dissatisfaction and socio-political uncertainty in the state of Jammu & Kashmir were sown by the former Prime Minister of India, Jawahar Lal Nehru due to the mishandling of ground situation.Had strong leader like Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel be the Prime Minister of India at the time of Independence or at least Independent Incharge for the affairs of Jammu & Kashmir like other states of India, the situation would be different in the trouble torn valley in present time but Congress due to certain vested interests thought otherwise, the state secretary of J&K BJP, Sanjay Baru said.Sanjay Baru referred to the incident of taking the matter of aggression by Pakistan Army in the boundary of J&K into the UN as historic blunder, which has proven dearly for the people of J&K and the whole Nation and particularly at the time when Indian forces were having advantage in the battle field and India could easily manage to free all the area under occupation by Pakistani forces.Sanjay Baru also quoted the PM’s statement targeting Congress party for serving the interests of a particular family in which Congress party only glorified Nehru-Gandhi family while deliberately ignoring the sacrifices made by the other great leaders of Nation and their contributions in the Nation making while watering the friendship of a single family in the state.Baru said that ill efforts of Centre leadership of Congress were also supplemented by the ill efforts of State leaders of Congress party, who equally looted the resources of the state at their will. He said that only BJP has taken various concrete steps for benefits and ease of operation by Forces and also facilitated Bunker formation and other concessions for the border residents which includes compensations for the loss of life, property and livestock, he said.He said that the J&K state has suffered on every front right from the education to the other developmental sectors and now the BJP as the alliance partner in the government is taking all steps for the uplifting the status of the state. Baru pointed out that Congress has jeopardized the State’s advancement on the crucial sectors due to vested interests.
BJP State President & MLA Sh. Sat Sharma along with State General Secretary Sh. Pawan Khajuria,VC Sicop Dr. Ali Mohd. Mir,State Executive Member Arif Raja chaired a meeting at Friends Colony,Budgam.
Allegation of 1984 riot victims vindicated: BJP Minority Morcha
In view of the recent development which unravelled the direct involvement of Former Congress Minister Jagdish Tytler, a meeting of the BJP Minority Morcha district Jammu was held to deliberate on the expose which showed the direct involvement of the Jagdish Tytler in 1984 anti Sikh riots post assassination of Former PM Smt. Indira Gandhi particularly in Delhi. The sting operation which was made public by the GK Manjeet Singh President Delhi Sikh Gurudwara Management Committee has given the judicial strength to the allegation of 1984 Sikh victims regarding the direct involvement of the Former Minister in the killing of 100 Sikhs.Speaking on the occasion Randhir Singh Bali, District President BJP Minority Morcha said that the FIR lodged against Jagdish Tytler by National Secretary of Bharatiya Janata Party R.P. Singh is the right step in the right direction and the Minority Morcha of the State endorses his action and hopes that the riot victims feel relieved of the pains and sufferings which they have been suffering for the past 33 years.Gurdyal Singh Bali State General Secretary BJP Minority Morcha said that Jagdish Tytler be brought to justice in a judicial process as soon as possible so that the victims of the 1984 riots feel happy and satisfied with the fruitful judicial outcome.The meeting was attended by Morcha leaders, S. Harbinder Singh State Secretary, S. Harpal Singh State Media Secretary, S. Charan Singh Bali District Vice-President, S. Gurucharan Singh Mandal President Satwari, S. Gunwant Singh President Mandal Gandhi Nagar.
Centre to take cognizance of present situation: Prof. Virender
State BJP spokesperson Prof. Virender Gupta strongly criticized the political parties, for exhibiting their stiff resistance to the resolution moved by Bharatiya Janata Party MLAs, condemning Pakistan’s unprovoked heavy firing, using mortars and anti-tank missile in Rajouari Sector, killing four soldiers of Indian Army that included an Army Captain. He said that the resolution represented the national sentiments against the Pakistan’s aggression and against its actions to make India to bleed by importing and supporting the terrorism and the so called Jihad and in particular causing great destruction in the Valley. He expressed his anxious on the fact that PDP which in alliance with BJP, is running the Government did not stood by its partner and opposed the resolution. The spokesperson was also critical of the opposition to the resolution by the MLAs of Congress and National Conference, specifically those representing Jammu province.Prof. Virender also condemned the attitude of the Kashmiri leaders to equate the aggressor, Pakistan and the victim of its aggression, India, the country to which they belong to and enjoying all the privileges, even more than other countrymen. “Their act of Blaming India for the war like situation created by Pakistan and asking both India and Pakistan to hold talks and negotiations for the peaceful settlement of Kashmir issue amounts to indirectly supporting Pakistan’s actions and committing treacherous like act”, the spokesperson said. He expressed his unhappiness on the role of Congress and other national political parties which are toeing the same line just for the sake of opposition to BJP and thus doing great disservice to the country. He said that India as a sovereign country cannot afford to declare ceasefire unilaterally unless Pakistan stops its aggression, desists from unprovoked firing from across the border and stop supporting terrorist activities.Prof. Virender also expressed its great resentment against the acts of political leaders of Jammu and Kashmir that demoralize the forces which are fighting a war against the dangerous and perilous designs of Pakistan and antinational forces under very odd circumstances and providing security to the common masses and the political class of the Valley. He condemned the criticism of the forces and making them villain, and the act of projecting the stone pelters as innocent. He said that any person causing hindrance in the action of the forces that are duty bound to curb the terrorism and eliminate the terrorists needs be treated as culprit. He added that the action to express sympathy with such person and humiliate the forces cannot be justified. He asked the Government of India to take serious cognizance of the recent happenings in Jammu and Kashmir State and some of the actions of the people at the helm of the affairs and take appropriate actions to stop further aggravation of the situation. He asked whether the step of giving amnesty to stone pelters and rehabilitate them, has boomeranged and became the cause of resurgence of stone-pelting.
BJP lays foundation stone of Sports stadium at Bhagwati Nagar
BJP led by its State Vice-President Parmod Kapahi, who is also the President of Bhagwati Nagar Welfare Association, laid the foundation stone for the construction of Playground near 4th Tawi bridge, Bhagwati Nagar, Ward No. 14 falling under Jammu West Constituency in the august presence of large number of prominent persons from the locality.Parmod Kapahi while laying the foundation stone, said that the BJP is committed to provide the best infrastructure for the convenience of the public. He also praised the local MLA and BJP State President Sat Sharma for his concentrated efforts for the welfare of the general masses. He said that MLA is doing his all out effort for the development of the area.Parmod Kapahi said that it was the long pending genuine demand of the local people to provide a proper space for the playing activities to the children and now Sat Sharma has taken this welcome step by allocating 11 Lakh rupees out of Constituency development Fund (CDF) for the construction of sports stadium. He also said that the MLA is furthering the initiative of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the future of the youth by promoting the slogan of “Khelo India”.Kapahi said that this playground will provide the children with opportunity for their overall development as the age old saying goes like “Sound mind resides in sound body”. He also said that this step will also restrict the drug menace in the area, by changing the direction of the forces within the youth and directing it towards the constructive works.Asha Sharma, Darshan Lal, Ashok Singh Chib, Raj Singh Chib, Rajinder Tikoo, Santosh Bhagat and others were among the prominent persons present on the occasion.
There should be no politics in condemning Pakistan: Brig Gupta
Bharatiya Janata Party has asked the valley-based political leaders to rise above party politics and condemn Pakistan in unison for its deep rooted involvement in terrorist activities in Kashmir. It is ironical that the leaders of the Party which was in forefront of rejecting the two-nation theory and religion based division of the country are today furthering Pakistan’s agenda in Kashmir by demanding talks at a time when Pakistan has crossed all limits of humanity by spilling the blood of innocent citizens of the state be it on LOC/IB/hinterland rued Brigadier Anil Gupta, State Spokesperson of the Party. Condemning the terrorist incident that took place on the premises of SMHS Hospital Srinagar, Brigadier Gupta said that the Pakistani hand is obvious in the said terror act because out of the six terrorists taken for medical check-up to the hospital, the only Pakistani terrorist among them was freed from the clutches of the police by his colleagues. “It appears to be a pre-planned operation in which involvement of some insiders cannot be ruled out. A thorough inquiry needs to be done to ascertain manifold lapses and identification of black sheep who assisted in the whole plan. Rooting out of these black sheep is mandatory for elimination of terrorism from the state,” said Brigadier Gupta. Dwelling further on the issue, Brig Gupta explained that the said incident highlights the domination of Security Forces over the terrorists operating in the valley resulting in the elimination of Pakistani terrorists and their leadership. Pakistan is finding it extremely difficult to infiltrate fresh lots due to the highly successful anti-infiltration grid established by the Army on the LOC. Despite unprovoked ceasefire violations targeting the civilian population and creating a fear-psychosis among the brave border and LOC dwellers, Pakistan has failed repeatedly in its endeavour to push terrorists into our territory. “In order to overcome the dearth of Pakistani commanders and terrorists, who mastermind and execute terrorist acts at the behest of ISI, it has now evolved the new strategy of freeing them from police custody and organise their escapes. It is similar to the strategy of looting of banks and cash vans to overcome the lack of financial resources due to tightening the screws on terror funding from Pakistan. Daring attacks on jails or jail breaks with the help of black sheep also form part of this new strategy. The unified command under the leadership of the CM needs to plan a counter-strategy immediately,” stated Brig Gupta. Brig Gupta also questioned the NC President, Dr Farooq Abdullah, for his frequent anti-Army statements and blaming Indian Army for the current situation in Kashmir while giving a clean chit to Pakistan. Reminding Dr Abdullah of the role played by Indian Army in maintaining a safe and secure environment in the State, Brig Gupta said, “But for the sacrifices of the Indian Army since 1947, you would not have dared to move and speak as freely and fearlessly as you do now.” Pakistan is no friend or sympathiser of Kashmiris but has a single point agenda of disintegrating India and by toeing Pakistan’s line instead of condemning these leaders are only helping Pakistan to achieve its aim, cautioned the spokesperson.
BJP holds Booth Sammelan of Vijaypur and Bari Brahmana Mandals of District Samba.
Chief Executive Councillor LAHDC Leh, Dr. Sonam Dawa’s mortal remains consigned to flames with state honour
The mortal remains of Chief Executive Councillor LAHDC Leh, Dr. Sonam Dawa Lonpo, were consigned to flames at his native village with full state honour today at Shey village of Leh Ladakh with Guard of honour.All the government institutions were closed for the day today while shops were closed in Leh for half day in honour of the departed leader.BJP National General Secretary Sh. Ram Madhav,Dy CM Dr. Nirmal Singh, BJP State President & MLA Sh. Sat Sharma,State General Secretary (Org.) Sh. Ashok Koul, Chairman Legislative Council Haji Inayat Ali, J&K Minister for R&B Naeem Akhtar, Minister for Cooperatives & Ladakh Affairs Tsering Dorjey Lakrok, Minister for Industries and Commerce Chander Prakash Ganga, Minister for PHE Sham Lal Choudhry, CEC Kargil Kacho Ahmad Ali Khan, Member Parliament Thupstan Tsewang, former minister and Member Legislative Assembly Leh Nawang Rigzin Jora were present.DC Leh Avny Lavasa, SSP Leh Sargun Shukla, all the councillors of LAHDC were also present.
BJP conducts Booth Sammelan at Inderwal
BJP J&K State in its continuous drive to strengthen the booth level structure in the region, conducted Booth Sammelan at Chattru Mandal in Inderwal Constituency of Kishtwar District. BJP State Secretary Er. Ghulam Ali Khatana along with State General Secretary BJP Minority Morcha Tariq Keen and BJP District General Secretary (Org.) Harbans Singh and other senior leaders of the party interacted with activists in the Sammelan in which all the BJP leaders and the activists from the Mandal participated.Er. Ghulam Ali Khatana, while speaking on the occasion, said that the BJP is just not the political party aiming at the Government formation, but an organization with a mission to uplift the status of the common masses. He gave a reference of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his continuous tireless working towards the welfare of the public and the numerous schemes Modi Government has launched with a particular vision to reach up to the last man standing in the most deprived sections of the society. He said that Modi government is finishing the middleman system from every scheme and department so that every work and every benefit is directly delivered to the targeted population. He also said that Inderwal has seen unprecedented developmental now which was not visible during last 60 years of Congress led rules.Tariq Keen appreciated the work of ground level of working by the booth level activists and prompted them to work with every increasing enthusiasm to address the issues of masses at any administrative or other levels. He said that the common man is feeling empowered in the present dispensation and has again started to develop the faith in Political leadership.Harbans Singh concentrated on the organizational matters and said that polling booth comprises the basic unit of the organization which plays a major link between the common masses and the top leadership of the organization making sure that the ideology and policies of the party reach the common masses.
MLA Jammu East and party chief whip Rajesh Gupta started the construction work of the laying of deep drain at Link Road Bazaar Ward No.4
MLA Jammu East and party chief whip Rajesh Gupta started the construction work of the laying of deep drain at Link Road Bazaar Ward No.4.The estimated cost of the work is rupees 5 lakhs. The leaders of various traders associations who accompanied the MLA included Purani Mandi Traders Association leader Rakesh Gupta, Purani Mandi Traders Association President Ramesh Soodan Kaka, Link Road Bazaar Traders Association President Rajinder Gupta and also accompanied by JMC official R.K.Koul. Rajesh Gupta while speaking on the occasion said that fast track growth is the hallmark of the BJP government and in the days to come the pace of growth is going to increase further. He said that in order to realise the full potential of the growth every individual must allign himself with one or the other scheme launched by the Modi government. All the international rating agencies have predicted a higher rate of growth in the year 2018 and it is reflective of the good work of the Modi government in accelerating the growth process. The BJP leaders who accompanied the MLA included Prof. Sham Gupta, Vijay Mahajan, Chandan Gupta, Dinesh Varmani, Kannav Abrol,Munish Gupta, Vikram Bhasin and Surinder Sarran.
Ever-increasing landmark achievements for J&K in BJP’s kitty: Sh. Sanjay Baru
Congress rendered issueless, is making baseless and misleading statements, this was stated by the BJP State Secretary Sanjay Baru while he took a dig over the failed leadership of the Congress when Ghulam Ahmed Mir, J&K State Chief of the National Party, Congress termed the BJP-PDP alliance as opportunistic during a rally in district Reasi.Sanjay Baru said that Congress needs an immediate self introspection that it has lost the public’s confidence due to its continuous and unabated servicing of a single political family and trying to mend money and other benefits on the sufferings of the common masses. Baru asked them to keep in view all the malpractices his party has promoted to remain in power over the ages like that of the “Emergency” which even today reminds the whole world of the blackest period in the democratic set up, gagging up all the voices in the political, social and media fraternity virtually taking the humanity to its most diminutive.Baru also remarked that the in the history of the state of Jammu & Kashmir everybody knows that right from the rigging of the elections to other negative gimmicks, Congress has virtually harnessed every sector of black forces for the lust of power. He remarked that the BJP has come to government not to rule but to serve the people and is committed to all round development of the State and the Nation.Sanjay Baru while enumerating the plethora of steps taken to uplift the status of masses, said that it is only the BJP led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi that has ensured the deliverance of all the benefits to the targeted population by checking the loopholes within the system that were infused by Congress for the profit making of its leaders. He said that basically Congress is feeling clueless to face the masses as it is astonished to see the pace of development in the state which was totally out of sight during the last 70 years of their government. He also said that 2 AIIMS. IIT, IIM, twin Smart Cities, bunkers for the border dwellers, packages for the refugees, sports stadium in every district, development of tourist circuit and many other achievements are just a few of the ever-increasing landmark achievements for J&K in BJP’s kitty during just a period of 3 years of present dispensation.
Sports channelize youth energy in a right direction: Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh said that sports is instrumental in channelizing the energy of youth in a right direction saving them from falling prey to social evils like drug menace.Dr Singh said this while addressing the 2nd Pandit Prem Nath Dogra Memorial Football Gold Cup Tournament which was organized by JKFA Jammu at State Sports Club J&K. He paid tributes to Prem Nath Dogra for his contribution towards sports and overall development of the State.Appreciating the efforts of organizer for holding such tournaments, the Dy CM said that these activities immensely help in bringing out sports talent among the youth besides instilling in them competitive spirit. “Sports promote ‘spirit of discipline and health’ among youth”, he asserted. He said that the impact of sports on the society is multi dimensional.Minister for Industries and Commerce, Chander Parkash Ganga, Member of Legislative Assembly, Rajesh Gupta besides others were also present on the occasion.Speaking on the occasion, Ganga, said that Prime Minister is taking keen interest in encouraging sports to channelize youth energies in a right direction. He highlighted initiatives like Khelo India saying that youth must participate in sports activities to be fit and healthy. The Government is taking initiatives to provide playgrounds at every block level, he added. He also announced Rupees one lakh for the tournament.About 25 teams from the State and outside the State are participating in the tournament.
State BJP Spokesperson, Prof. Virender Gupta calls for a an investigation by the CBI on the charges levelled by the Chief Engineer, Design Inspection and quality control P.N. Bali
State BJP Spokesperson, Prof. Virender Gupta calls for a an investigation by the CBI on the charges levelled by the Chief Engineer, Design Inspection and quality control P.N. Bali against bureaucrats and others involved in looting the tax payers money. He said that as per the report published in a daily newspaper on the basis of letter written by the Er. P.N. Bali, there is a nexus of politicians, officers, Engineers and contractors in minting crores of rupees in de-silting and in repair/maintenance of canals and Khuls every year. The Chief Engineer has alleged that hardly 10-15 per cent amount is actually utilized in the de-silting and repairs of canals/Khuls and rest of the money goes into the pockets of those at the helm of affairs. Prof. Virender while citing the report said that an amount of Rs. 5 to 6 crore are released for the de-silting of canals/Khuls and Rs. 15 crore for the maintenance /repair. He said that the corruption in the de-silting and repair of canals and tributaries adversely affect the farmers as water does not reach the tail end and the farmers have to remain on the mercy of rains, thus affecting the agriculture production.“It was also revealed that no tenders are called in the execution of works, the works executed are not checked at the ground level and crores of rupees are spent where about ten lakh of rupees are required”, the Spokesperson said. The spokesperson appreciated the courage and honesty of Engineer P.N. Bali in exposing the misdeeds, irregularities and frauds committed in the department. He requested the government to protect the honour and dignity of such persons and asked for providing security to the daring Engineer.
Sacrifices rendered by martyrs need to be remembered: Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh today said that that the scarifies rendered by our martyrs in safeguarding the nation from internal and external threats needs to be remembered and propagated as it inculcates a sense of belonging and patriotism in us besides also urging us to contribute our bit in nation building.The Deputy Chief Minister Dr Nirmal Singh was addressing gathering, at the 114th function of Shaheed Parivar Fund being organized by Hind Samachar and Punjab Kesari Group, here on Sunday.The Deputy CM lauded the role played by security forces in safeguarding the country against the designs of anti-national elements, besides warding off the threat of external aggression.The need of the hour is to honour the sacrifices of martyrs and create awareness among the masses and youth in particular about their selfless service to the nation, he added.Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh Jairam Thakur, Minister for Tourism and Cultural Affairs Punjab Government, Navjot Singh Sidhu, Chief Editor Hind Samachar Group Vijay Chopra, Journalist Mr Tarunvijay, journalists and academicians were present on the occasion.Dr Singh while highlighting the contribution of security forces said that they have been offering sacrifices and it is due to their tireless efforts that the threat of violence has been brought down in different parts of the country especially in J&K and in the Naxal Infested areas. “We all should be indebted to these brave hearts who without caring for their lives have been instrumental in guarding the country from internal threats and external aggression”, he stressed.“Terrorism in any form can’t be tolerated and befitting reply will be given to those fanning these tendencies and we are competent enough to give a befitting reply to those harboring ill will towards the territorial integrity of India”, he added.While referring to the various initiatives being undertaken by the Prime minister for solving the problems being confronted by the west Pakistan refugees of 1947, 1965, 1971 and the Kashmiri Migrants, the Deputy Chief Minister said that the special package to the tune of Rs 2000 cr is being distributed among the refugees and several other measures are also underway to ensure that their grievances are redressed,Later the relief material was distributed and two trucks carrying relief was flagged off to Jammu and Kashmir.
Booth Sammelan held at Gandhi Nagar Mandal of Jammu District.
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh hosted a get- together for a group of school children from Jammu & Kashmir
J&K SCHOOL CHILDREN IN DELHIUnion Minister Dr Jitendra Singh hosted a get- together for a group of school children from Jammu & Kashmir, who comprise the State contingent for "Khelo India Games", currently going on at New Delhi.In an informal interaction with children, Dr Jitendra Singh said that youth of J&K have immense unexplored talent and potential, which sometimes remains unutilized either because of lack of opportunity or lack of mentorship and grooming.He recalled that when he was briefly holding the additional charge of union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports in 2016, a mega Nehru Yuva Kendra festival was organised at Bhaderwah which offered a unique exposure to the local youth. During the same intervening period of additional charge, he recalled that one Sports stadium was sanctioned for each of the 22 districts of the State of Jammu & Kashmir.He said that in changing context and current milieu, the youngsters also deserve to be provided opportunity to train and reorient themselves to the new requirements. Citing an instance, he said, the Kandi belt in Kathua district, for example, has produced great warriors in the past, but now, young boys in this region find it difficult to make a mark because of the constraints in the new existing selection process for recruitment to military and paramilitary forces.In the Northeast, Dr Jitendra Singh said, the DoNER Ministry had introduced Venture Capital Fund for young Start-Ups wishing to set up their entrepreneurship. Similar provisions, he suggested, could also be introduced in Jammu & Kashmir. Similarly, for generating jobs for youth, he said, special impetus have been given to organic farming in Northeast with the State of Sikkim in forefront while Saree, textile and handicraft of Manipur were being promoted through “Self Help Groups” of youth and women. A similar impetus could also be exercised in Jammu & Kashmir. He also referred to the two-day Global Investors' Summit held in Guwahati, as a result of which, leading business houses, including Tata Sons, Reliance Industries and Patanjali had, on the spot, announced huge investments with consequent job generation for North Eastern region.
Development of Shiv Khori, Peer Kho shrines afoot to boost religious tourism: Smt. Priya Sethi
Minister of State for Education, Tourism and Culture Priya Sethi said that the government is working with the vision to develop J&K as a religious tourism destination and in this regard synergised efforts by all stakeholders are required to ensure the development of various religious places and shrines.The Minister said that with the development of shrines like Shiv Khori and Peer Kho, not only devotes but more tourists will be attracted which will ultimately give a boost to the religious tourism in the region.The Minister stated this during a high level meeting convened to review the arrangements for forthcoming Maha Shivratri festival to be observed at holy shrines of Shiv Khori and Peer Kho here on Saturday evening.Divisional Commissioner, Jammu, Hemant Kumar Sharma , Deputy Commissioner , Jammu, Kumar Rajeev Ranjan, IGP Jammu, Dr S D Singh, Commissioner, JMC, Ramesh Kumar, Director, Health Services, Dr Gurjeet Singh, SSP Reasi, Tahir Sajad Bhat, Joint Director Tourism, Shokat Mahmood Malik , CMO Jammu, Dr Sanjay Turki, Dy SP, Hqts, Raj Paul Singh, Dy SP Traffic, Daljeet Singh, , ACR, Reasi, Harbans Lal Sharma, Dy Director, ULB, Harmeet Singh, besides SE Hyd, Ashwani k Anand, SE PHE Jammu, Ajay Singh Wazir, XEN, PHE Reasi, PP Arora, XEN PHE, Jammu, Hamesh Manchanda, Tehsildar Pouni, Rajesh Baru, AEEs, Ratnesh Puri, Rajesh Sharma, Executive Officer, Shri Shiv Khori Shrine Board (SSKSB) Om Parkash, Mahant , Pir Shiv Nath , Shashi Khajuri and senior functionaries of concerned departments attended the meeting.During the meeting, the Minister assessed the preparedness on the account of Tourism, Police, Traffic, JMC, PHE ,Health and other concerned departments in view of the festival and directed the concerned officers to put in a synergize efforts to ensure smooth festivities on this devout occasion.She directed the concerned officers to ensure all the requisite facilities to the devotees coming to pay their obeisance at Shiv Khori and Peer Kho shrines.Laying special focus on security and traffic arrangements, the Minister asked the concerned departments to deploy adequate man power and stressed on effective management along with regular transportation between the designated parking areas to the shrines to ensure safe and hassle free pilgrimage.Taking strong note of wrongly parked vehicles around the shrines, the Minister instructed the concerned for taking swift action in this regard. She further asked to identify more parking spots near shrines for smooth traffic movement during the festival.She directed for appropriate arrangements for the comfort of old and disabled devotes travelling to the shrines.Priya asked the Tourism department to extensively promote and publicize the arrangements being made for the festival to attract more pilgrims. She directed JMC officers to ensure cleanliness in and around the shrines, renovate viewpoints besides other infrastructure.The Minister directed the district administration to put in place a proper mechanism for landslide prevention and safety measures. She also asked the concerned officers to identify the halting points and directed to build shelters as a protection from rain and shooting stones.The Minister also asked the senior functionaries of the concerned departments to personally visit the shrines and entrusted the officers to take necessary steps to ensure proper management.The Minister passed the instructions for beautification and illumination of Ranbireshwar Temple, Aap Shambhu Temple, Shiv Mandir, Shallamar, and other temples of Deity Shiva for Maha Shivratri and directed to make proper arrangements for the devotees visiting these temples.In the meeting, a threadbare discussion was held on sanitation, Medicare, besides ensuring uninterrupted water and electricity supply, improved road connectivity and proper illumination at the shrines.With regards to Peer Kho festival, the Minister appointed ADC Jammu as nodal officer for the event and asked him to ensure proper execution of directions for successful celebrations. She further instructed for making a control room which will served as a helpline and will also monitor the arrangements.The Minister asked the board and the management of the shrines to ensure close coordination with the administration and asked them to explore several avenues to showcase the ethnic food, cultural of state besides organizing leisure activities including funfair rides, dangals to attract more participation.The Minister also instructed for diversion of Tawi river water towards the Peer Kho Ghat during the festival.Priya directed the health department to provide well equipped ambulances to accompany the procession. The Minister asked all the concerned departments to ensure proper execution of directions passed in the meeting.
Govt committed to promote, develop infra for rural sports: Smt. Priya Sethi
Minister of State for Education, Tourism and Culture, Priya Sethi stressed on promotion and development of rural sports and said that the government is making committed efforts to develop adequate sports infrastructure in the state particularly in rural areas to provide basic sports facilities to encourage and nurture the local talent.The Minister was speaking during the finals of Junior Gold Cup Kabaddi Championship 2018organized by Jammu District Kabaddi Association at Green Field Ground here.Vishwa Bharti Kendra drubs Gandhi Memorial, RS Pura by 30 points in Boys section and KV-No. 1 Gandhi Nagar beat Women College Gandhi Nagar by 6 points to clinch the Junior Gold Cup Kabaddi Championship 2018.In boys category, Gandhi Memorial, R.S Pura and Unique Public School bagged 2nd and 3rd place respectively where as GCW, Gandhi Nagar took away the runners trophy and SOS Hermann bagged the 3rd spot in girls category .Stressing on necessity of developing sports infrastructure, the Minister highlighted several initiatives taken by the government to strengthen the sports structure in the state by ensuring modern sports infrastructure and providing an appropriate platform to give necessary exposure to the local players at national and International level.The Minister appreciated the organizers for providing a platform to the local talent especially the female players to display their ability and encourage them to compete at higher level.“A collective efforts on the part of parents, teachers and other private sports organizations should be put in to develop a sports culture in the state", the Minister affirmed.Priya said it is important to nurture the raw talent and for doing so more such organizations must come forward to support the future sports stars.She said that the rural sports like Kabaddi have an immense potential in the state and more such tournaments will act as an encouraging factor for the local players and inculcate a sense of great competitiveness among them.Priya said that these talented players have proved that with proper facilities and support, they can achieve greater heights. She interacted with the players and congratulated them for their efforts.Referring to Centre Government’s initiatives to promote the rural sports, the Minister said that under Khelo India, there is an exclusive component for the development of traditional sports.Showing her keen interest for the promotion and development of Kabaddi, the Minister assures that every necessary measure will be taken to provide better facilities and ensure safety of the Kabaddi Players and if required, funds will be released from her CDF in this regard.Speaking on the occasion, State Vice President, BJP, Yudhvir Sethi said that such type of events will encourage youth to take up sports and lay down a platform for local players to display their talent at higher level. Sports not only lead to better health but also build character, promote team spirit among the youth and guide them towards a disciplined life, he added.The dignitaries distributed the trophies, medals and certificates to the winners, runners and third placed teams.Asif and Ayushi declared as Best Players of the tournament in their respective categories.CEO of J&K Kabbadi Association, Kuldeep Kumar Gupta, General Secretary, J&K Amateur Kabaddi Association, Surinder Mohan Gupta, Treasurer, Sangram Singh, Observer ,Naveen Sharma, Jammu Distt Secretary, Dinesh Gupta, Organizing Secretary, Anil Modi, Kabbadi Coaches, Anil Sharma,Shashi Sharma, Ajay Gupta & Dhiraj, Kabbadi Trainers, Anuradha & Poonam Jamwal, and Commentator, Rakesh Kumar besides senior Kabaddi players and other sports personalities were present on the occasion.
BJP holds state core group meeting ahead of “All Party Meeting”
BJP will press for early Panchayat Elections in the state.BJP J&K State held an important review meeting of its State core Committee, just ahead of “All Party Meeting” at State Guest House, Jammu on Saturday which was chaired by State President & MLA, Sat Sharma and attended by Dy. Chief Minister Dr. Nirmal Singh, MLC Ashok Khajuria, MP Lok Sabha Jugal Kishore Sharma, State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Koul, State General Secretaries Dr. Narinder Singh, Pawan Khajuria, Harinder Gupta and Health Minister Bali Bhagat.Sat Sharma greeting the members of Core Group, said that the Core Group meeting forms an indispensable leg of organizational working within the party which serves of discussing all the essential issues from the top level to the ground level in hierarchy of party.Sharma also led the discussions with the Core Committee members regarding the issue of “All Party Meeting” for holding Panchayat Elections in the State, which was called by the Chief Minister Ms. Mehbooba Mufti. It was decided that Party State President and State general Secretaries will represent the party in the “All Party Meeting” to put forth the stand of party in the meeting to be attended by all the top leaders of leading political parties of the state.It was unanimously decided in the core group meeting that the BJP’s holds a clear view regarding the holding of Panchayat elections in the state as working by the perspective of people’s welfare, it is mandatory to hold the elections in a time bound manner which will eventually lead to the decentralisation of power. It was also said that “Panch” level provides the common masses an easy approachable level of administrative set up for addressing their issues and hastening of developmental processes in the region. So in the “All Party Meeting”, BJP will press for early Panchayat Elections in the state.In the meeting the issue on the Leh was also discussed in detail as the void has been created after the death of Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), Leh Dr. Sonam Dawa who was the tall political and social personality as well as top leader of BJP there. It was also decided in the meeting that the Sat Sharma, Ashok Koul, Pawan Khajuria who also serves as Incharge Leh, Dr. Nirmal Singh and other top rung senior BJP leaders will visit Leh on 6th February’ 2018 to pay homage to the great leader.
State BJYM felicitated newly appointed Prabhari of BJYM J&K
State BJYM under the leadership of its State President Dr. Suresh Ajay Magotra organized an impressive felicitation programme for newly appointed Prabhari of BJYM Jammu & Kashmir Rohit Chahal at BJP headquarter Trikuta Nagar Jammu. BJP State General Secretary and Prabhari Jammu Province Harinder Gupta, BJP State Secretary and Prabhari BJYM Sanjay Baru graced the occasion. Rohit Chahal is presently BJYM National Media secretary and newly appointed Incharge (Prabhari) of Jammu & Kashmir.Speaking on the occasion, Harinder Gupta first congratulated Rohit Chahal for his appointment as Prabhari Jammu and Kashmir and said that the organisation work of J&K is little different from the rest of country, as activists in the said state works with very high will power and against all the odds in day to day working conditions. Jammu and Kashmir is always remains a special state in the eyes of Delhi as it is the crown of India and a lot of things depends on this state. He further said, it becomes possible only because of the hard work of the ground level Youth worker that we have won both the two seats from Jammu Province and lone seat from Ladakh in lok sabha elections. He further added that in 2019 we are very much sure to open our account from Kashmir as the Youth brigade is doing very good in Kashmir also.While felicitating Chahal, Dr. Magotra introduced him with all the key positions he holds in past in ABVP at State and National level and expresses his happiness over this appointment. He said that BJYM State team can learn a lot of organisational things from the newly appointed Prabhari as he has a vast knowledge and experience of organisational work. Dr. Magotra also elaborated a lot of organisational and public programmes done by BJYM in past and give a detailed working of BJYM from State to Mandal level to newly appointed Prabhari. Dr. Magotra further added that all the activists of BJYM are doing good in all the organisational work but a lot need to be done to reach the last man in the queue who has high aspirations from BJP.On the occasion Rohit Chahal thanked BJYM Jammu and Kashmir for this small but impressive welcome and said that you all will find me ready for any type of help to take the organisational work of BJYM at gross root level. Jammu and Kashmir always remains the centre of attraction of National and International politics, and to be a part of this state it is an amazed feeling with a lot of more responsibility. He appreciated all the activists of State BJYM for the fantastic work they are doing under the leadership of Dr. Magotra, he said the conditions in this state are very hard but despite of all the hardships Youth activists are giving their 100 percent without caring for their life as well.Sanjay Baru also spoke on the occasion, Proceedings on the dias was done by general secretary Vikas Choudhary. Prominient who were present on the occasion were general secretary Tarun Sharma, vice-presidents Adv Annu Behnal, Ajay Vaid, Munish Khajuria, secretary Adv Gurdev Thakur, Sunny Sangotra, Office secretary Abhishek Slathia, Social Media Incharge Rohit Verma, Media secretary Er. Lalit Raina, District Presidents Ashish Sharma, Manjeet Bhagat, Rohit Verma, Sukhdev Singh, Vikas Gupta, Akash Chopra, Happy Raina, Sanjay Bhat and many others.
Speaker Kavinder Gupta pays rich tributes to 19th Gyalsras Bakula at Legislative Assembly Complex
As part of remembering the noble work and contributions made by 19th Gyalaras Bakula Rinpoche, a program was organised to pay rich tributes to the architect of modern Ladakh and the first MP in 1949 at Legislative complex here today.The legislators from across the party lines participated in the event and paid rich tributes to the H.E Bakula Rinpoche and recalled the contributions of the late leader for uplifting the downtrodden and weaker sections of the society.Recalling his contributions towards the society and mankind, the Speaker termed him as true philanthropist, who has not only stood for the right but has always been on the forefront in extending his hand to the needy.Gupta said that though being decorated by Padma Bhushan and being the first MP, his kindness and generosity cannot be limited to such titles only and he will be remembered for years and years to come.The Speaker further said that despite being a active politician, he was a true religious leader who played an instrumental role in making of the modern ladakh.He informed that a portrait of H.E Bakula Rimpoche will be displayed in the Legislative Assembly Complex and a tradition will be made to organise such programs in future.Besides Deputy Speaker, Nazir Ahmad Gurezi, MOS, Ajay Nanda & Priya Sethi, MLA’s, Satpal Sharma, Sukhnandan Chowdhary, Nawang Rigzin Zora, Dinanath Bhagat, Asgar Ali Karbalai, Rajesh Gupta, Dr. Krishan Lal Bhagat, Rajiv Jasrotia, Kuldeeep Verma, Pawan Gupta, Farooq Ahmad Andrabi, Usman Majeed among others were present on the occasion.
15000 kanals land retrieved by JDA: Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh informed the Legislative Council that so far more than 15000 kanals of land has been retrieved from the encroachers despite tough resistance and JDA is putting every effort to check the encroachments by launching anti-encroachment drives on regular basis.The Deputy Chief Minister was responding to a Calling Attention Notice by legislator Vikram Randhawa to call the attention of government towards the situation that has arisen due to the encroachment of government land adjoining Tawi River aftermath 2014 floods.Dr Singh informed the House that the demarcation of land along river Tawi has not been accomplished while as, some exercise has been done and list of unauthorized occupants along with the details of the land is being compiled, he added.Pertinently, in order to expedite the process of demarcation and identification, the Jammu Development Authority (JDA) has provided 500 boundary pillars to the Revenue and Irrigation & Flood Control departments for fixing boundaries. JDA has to formally receive Revenue records of all adjoining land along the river bank, he added.He said that in this regard, J&K High Court has appointed two Commissioners to monitor the progress of Revenue, Irrigation & Flood Control Department for checking unauthorized constructions and extraction of mineral material from the river bed.Further, the Deputy Chief Minister said that High Court is also monitoring the development/status on this front through these Commissioners. “Recently the Court has directed the concerned authorities i.e. Divisional Commissioner Jammu, IGP Jammu, DC Jammu and VC JDA to file the status report regarding the identification and demarcation of JDA land. The Divisional Commissioner Jammu has also been nominated as Nodal Officer for the same,” he stated.While adding, he said that the process of mapping and demarcation is being carried out jointly with the Revenue Department.
Regular drives being conducted to remove encroachments in Srinagar city: Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh informed the Legislative Council that regular drives are being conducted on daily basis for removal of encroachments in Srinagar city.The Deputy Chief Minister was replying to a Calling Attention Notice by legislator Zafar Iqbal Manhas to call the attention of government towards situation that has arisen due to the manipulative erection of unauthorized business establishments across National Highway and adjoining roads near grid station Sanat Nagar and dumping of garbage giving way to assembly of dogs.Dr Singh further informed the House that it is a fact that the number of restaurants, bakery shops, tea stalls, timber depots etcetera across NHW and adjoining Circular road near Grid Station at Sanat Nagar Bye Pass have come up during the last three to four decades. In this regard, a survey is being conducted for taking further remedial measures.“As and when any encroachment is reported or noticed action is taken swiftly and massive drives are being conducted on daily basis for removal of encroachments from footpaths and roadsides in Srinagar city by anti-encroachment squad,” he said.Regarding open garbage shed near Grid Station Rawalpora, Dr Singh said that the same has been replaced by installation of big dumper.Furthermore, the Deputy Chief Minister informed that the garbage of the area is being collected in early morning and shifted in the big dumper for onward transportation to landfill site for further treatment under Solid Waste Management Rules.
Sh. Balbir Ram Rattan conducts inspection of the unit financed by Corp
In order to have the physical verification of the small units financed by Jammu and Kashmir Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes & Backward Classes Development Corporation Limited, its Vice Chairperson, Balbir Ram Rattan, along with Jammu District Manager Joginder Paul Atri and Field Supervisor Jatinder Singh, inspected a Tailoring & Cutting shop in Sanjay Nagar area of Jammu District.This shop is being run by one Jeet Lal, belonging to Scheduled Caste category, with the financial assistance of rupees one lakh as loan from the said Corporation.Balbir Ram Rattan, on this occasion, enquired about the utilization of the loan availed by the loanee and stressed upon him to educate the unemployed males and females of his community to avail the benefits of the welfare schemes of the union government as well as those of the state government meant for the socio-economic upliftment of the weaker sections.The Vice Chairperson, while advising Jeet Lal to ensure timely deposit of the monthly instalments of the money taken by him as loan from the Corporation, said that the amount paid back is used for providing loan to other people of the weaker sections for helping them in establishing own earning units and become self dependent instead of sitting idle. He also shared the scheme of granting Education Loan and said that the meritorious students of the reserved categories, whose parents cannot afford to send their wards for professional and technical courses, can get financial assistance from the Corporation for studying within the country and abroad.
BJP Kissan Morcha credits Union Government for Public Friendly Budget
BJP State Kissan Morcha led by its State President Rajinder Singh Chib credited Union government headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitely for the public and especially farmer friendly budget in 2018 during a press conference held at party headquarter, Trikuta Nagar.While interacting with the media persons, Rajinder Singh Chib said that the present dispensation is seriously working for upgrading the status of .living of farmers while opening new paths for the increase in the income of the farmers while also focussing on the distribution and other factors after the production till its final consumption by the consumers.While enumerating various farmer friendly points, he said that farmers will get 1.5 times more price than their last price from Kharif crops. He also said that the farmers working in fisheries and dairies will also be issued with Kissan Credit Cards, which will go a long way in meeting their day to day investments in the business. He remarked that rupees 2000 Crore have been kept for construction of local markets where they can have direct access, 10,000 crore will be spent for increasing the fisheries work/dairies rupees while rupees 2600 crores will be spent for irrigation purpose in 96 districts, thus reducing dependency on the natural rains. Under Yojana ‘Operation Green’ for protection of Potatoes, Tomatoes, Onion rupees 500 crores will be spent while for standardizing Bamboo production, rupees 17.90 crores will be spent, he added.He also enumerated various other things which will help farmers like all Agro Companies will be excused from Tax on profits for last 5 years. For pacing the modernization of farming techniques, 5 Crore villagers will be connected with internets for which rupees 1000 Crores is kept. He also said that every poor family will be covered for Health Insurance of rupees 5 lakh each by which over all 40 crore people will be benefits from this budget.Kissan Morcha State General Secretaries Capt. Kasturi Lal Sharma and Capt. Raghubir Singh Manhas and Morcha State Media Secretary Deepak Sharma were also present during the Press Conference.
BJP holds review meeting for displaced persons from PoJK, Kashmir
JK BJP led by its State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul along with State General Secretary Dr. Narinder Singh held a review meeting regarding the issues pertaining to Displaced persons from Pakistan occupied Jammu-Kashmir (PoJK) and Kashmir.Minister Sham Choudhary, Minister Ajay Nanda, MLCs Ramesh Arora, Surinder Ambardar, Girdhari Lal Raina, Rufugee Cell State Convenor Pt. Ashok Khajuria, Displaced Kashmir Migrants’ District President Chandji Bhat and other senior leaders participated in the meeting held at party headquarter, Trikuta Nagar.While addressing the meeting, Ashok Kaul said that the prime aim of BJP is to address every single issue of the common masses promptly, so that no group or community feels deprived of its due rights. He said that the core of the BJP lies in its organizational principles of “Sabka Sath, Sabka Vikas” and “Antodaya (ensuring the reach of every benefit to the last person in the most deprived section of society)” which has been taken on the war foot by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi led Centre Government. He said that BJP has always been on the front foot to raise the issues of Displaced persons whether form PoJK or Kashmir and is committed to end the woes of concerned communities. He called upon the BJP leaders to seek every minute details of the compensations and other issues of the affected families.Dr. Narinder Singh who also heads the BJP’s committee for Kashmir Displaced Persons said that all the details concerning issues pertaining to the community have been enlisted and have been time and again brought in to the notice of concerned authorities. He also provided with the details of the concentrated efforts done by the party in the matter while expressing hope that soon their issues will be taken care of. He also discussed various points under strategy to preservation of the rich culture and traditions of the community after their displacement from the valley.Pt. Ashok Khajuria, informed that out of 36, 384 registered cases for Displaced persons from PoJK, 12844 cases are already cleared and sent to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), out of which 6601 cases have been settled so far on the ground by clearing their payments through DBT by MHA and termed this as a big achievement for the community. He also said that about 2800 cases will be cleared in the coming 10 days and all the pending cases will be followed by the BJP’s Refugee Cell for their clearance very soon. He also informed that the Cell will hold a programme for the beneficiaries in the month of April.Chandji Bhat also deliberated on the progress over issues of the members from the Kashmir Displaced community that have been taken on hand by the displaced district and said that there is an urgent need to ensure the implementation of 2500 jobs as means of employment to the community members and also construction of accommodation of these employees in Kashmir Valley that has been set into motion by the Modi Government. He also discussed the PM Package of 2000 Crore rupees and said that there is a dire need to expedite the process which will ensure the land cost, construction cost and employment generation for the community youth.
Many Youth from Jammu West join hands with BJYM
A Youth joining programme was organised by BJYM Jammu west at kachwi Chawni office Jammu. BJP State President and MLA Jammu west Sat Sharma CA presided over the function along with BJP State General Secretary (org) Ashok Koul, BJYM State President Dr. Suresh Ajay Magotra and BJP State Vice-President Rajni Sethi. BJYM general secretary Vikas Choudhary was also present on the occasion. BJYM District President Ashish Sharma managed the programme along with his team.Welcoming the new entrants Sat Sharma said that BJP government across the nation have boosted the morale of Youth, Youth oriented schemes and packages have given them a reason to believe in BJP, from the last four years since Modi led government have resume the work a new and highly motivated wave can be seen in the entire country. Youth wants to become job providers not only job seekers. Make In India, Skill India and many other Youth oriented schemes started by BJP government have given a big hope to the Youth of this nation and they have developed a faith to start their ventures on their own. Sat further said that, to achieve the target and dreams of our Prime Minister Narendra Modi every Youth activists has to work day and night so that we can achieve the target of New India.Ashok Koul, while addressing the joining programme said, there is a reason to choose BJP over other political outfits, here anyone from any normal background can become the PM, CM or MLA. BJP have the clear vision of Country first, party second and self last. Our government is for all the sections of the society, the schemes launched by Narendra Modi for the welfare of Youth, farmers and rural population itself speak that the BJP government at the Centre is concerned for the economic upliftment of each and every section and want to bridge the gap between Poor and Rich population of our country. He further added that our party have big hope from the Youth and Youth of the country have always chosen BJP above other political outfits because of the Pro-Youth policies of our organization.Dr. Magotra, said that the Youth of our state have chosen BJP for the peace and development of the State, BJYM have a good strength of Yuva activists in every district of the State, our mandals are already completed, now the next focus is to reach at booth level. He further said the way Hon’ble Prime Minister and high command of the party is working, it have boosted the morale of the Youth activists of our Party and our Youth activists are working very hard to laid the strong foundation of the organization in each and every corner of our State. Dr. Magotra also added that Panchayat and local bodies elections are coming, the youth brigade of the party is ready with all the energy to take again the party on winning note.Keshav Bali, Sawal Shah, Haroon Masi, Irshad Chowdhary, Saqib Chowdhary and Siras prominently joined BJYM along with their friends.
MLC Vibodh Gupta addressed the pooling booth workers meet at Patrara Rajouri
BJP senior party leader and MLC Vibodh Gupta addressed the pooling booth workers meet at Patrara Rajouri and called upon all the participants to work with more dedication and determination to ensure strong base for the party. This very specific gathering was organized for the BJP Manjakote Mandal. In this meeting various polling booth workers and senior party leaders participated. In his address Vibodh said that strengthening booth level management is key to winning elections. He also asked the booth level workers to ensure that local issues of the common man are addressed on priority. While referring to the ongoing tension in the border area, he appreciated the patriotic locals of the area and said that besides facing so many problems these locals never fall prey to the evil designs of the enemy. He termed the polling booth workers of the part as very strong pillars on which BJP stands and said that a strong party means a strong nation. He further informed that today our state as well as our nation is marching towards the path of growth and development only because of the fact that booth level workers across the nation are working hard. This he said is ensuring that by every passing day our Government under the dynamic leadership of PM Modi is becoming stronger and stronger. Giving details about various historic decisions taken by PM Modi, Vibodh said that present Government is taking strong and sustainable decisions in favour of the country only because of the fact that country is being led by a strong leader like Modi. On this occasion many prominent leaders and workers from congress including Mohd. Dawood, Mohd. Irshad, Mohd. Arif, Mohd Azeem, Mohd. Ramzan, Mohd. Naseem, Shamsheer Ahmed, Karamdaat, Khaliq Hussain, Mohd. Yunis and Khalid Hussain joined the BJP.Meanwhile another polling booth workers Sameelan was organized at Thanamandi and was addressed by BJP district president Dinesh Sharma and Former Chairman of Rajouri Muncipality Rajinder Gupta. In this meeting 200 workers from 30 polling booths participated. In his address Dinesh Sharma called upon the young party workers to do out reach programmes to ensure that more and more people understand the work and ideology of BJP. In his address Rajinder Gupta stressed on the need to inform the common masses about the remarkable progress that our country is making under the dynamic leadership of PM Modi. Prominent among others who were present on the occasion included Mohd. Azam, Kamal Bakshi, Talib Mir, Bodh Raj and Sanjay Dutt.
IIM, IIT will change socio-economic profile of Nagrota: Senior BJP leader and MoS Priya Sethi
Senior BJP leader and Minister of State for Education, Technical Education, Culture, Tourism, Horticulture, Floriculture and Parks, Priya Sethi said that booth level workers are vital link between organisation and the government. They, infact are footsoldiers of BJP who take party's programmes and policies amongst masses.Priya Sethi was speaking at well attended gathering of booth level workers of Nagrota assembly constiencucy where she encouraged them to strengthen party, counter negative propaganda of opposition and prepare for Panchayat elections. She said that each and every success of party during past is the end result of tireless efforts and campaigning by booth level workers.Referring to establishment of Indian Institute of Management (IIM) and Indian Institute of Tecnology (IIT) in the state, Priya Sethi said that these two prestigious institutes are biggest contributions of NDA government towards state and by choosing Nagrota as location for these two business and engineering institutes, the BJP-PDP government has widened the scope of socio-economic development of this Constituency.These two premier institutions in Nagrota are being developed on most modern lines to facilitate students and help faculty reap all benefits of being in a prosperous state of Jammu and Kashmir, Priya Sethi said adding that their campuses will not only help students but also add to economy of this Constituency.Lauding the role of booth level workers, the senior BJP leader and Minister Priya Sethi said Its because of this force that BJP is scaling new heights and winning over hearts of masses in entire country including Jammu and Kashmir State. Their efforts which they are putting in in most hostile conditions are keeping the spirit of commoners live. Its their patriotic zeal and a commitment towards people that is keeping them go on the right path, she asserted.Priya Sethi said that be it party's identified six programmes, elections, organising mass contact programmes or implementing state as well as centrally sponsored programes booth level workers always stay on forefront which is why BJP is able to reach its targets in every state of the country. Appreciating their work, the BJP leader asked them to keep this memonetum so that party is able to reach out to masses in a bigger way.Among others who were present on the occassion Omi Khajuria B.J.P Distrct President Rural ,Hem Raj Verma,Subash chander sharma,Ajay kumar sharma, Nasib Singh,Bodh Raj,Talib hussain,Kaka Ram,Renu Jamwal, Awa Jamwal ,Ganesh Dutt,Girdhar lal,kaka ram and Som Dutt
MLA Jammu East and party chief whip Rajesh Gupta held a meeting today to finalise the arrangements for the forthcoming Shivratri festival.
The officials of the administration who attended the meeting included Additional DC Arun Manhas,SDPO city Varun Jandyal,Health Officer JMC Dr.Anita Salgotra, AEE PWD Rajesh Sharma, AEE PHE Vijay Sharma, Dr.Shahid and Neeraj Sharma from the tourism department. Rajesh Gupta while speaking on the occasion issued instructions to the concerned authorities to ensure adequate water supply to all the temples of the city and to also ensure proper regulation of the traffic around the temples. On the occasion of Shivratri a mela is held every year in the Peer Kho Temple complex and Rajesh Gupta instructed for the black topping of the road from the D.C.Office to Peer Kho and also the white washing of the retaining wall of the Peer Kho complex area. Instructions were also issued for the painting of iron poles in the area and also the repair of view point at Circular Road.Authorities were also instructed that all the food stalls installed during the mela must be of good quality and maintain proper hygiene.Instructions were also issued for the repair of the Sulabh toilet complex in the area as large number of people from all walks of life visit the mela on the ocassion of Shivratri.
BJP holds ‘Booth Sammelan’ of Ananatnag constituency ”Observes two- minute silence for late Dr Sonam Dawa”
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) held booth sammelan of Anantnag constituency in which members of all the booths participated.The booth sammelan was chaired by BJP State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Koul, which was organised by Rafiq Wani BJP District President Anantnag, at Dak Bangla Anantnag.The party workers also observed two- minute silence and remembered the contribution of Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) Leh Dr Sonam Dawa Lonpo, who passed away due to cardiac arrest last evening.Before CEC-LAHDC, Dr Sonam was the BJP Councillor from Thiksay and President of the Leh District Unit of the party.While addressing the gathering, Sh. Ashok Kaul emphasized on the importance of effective working by booth activists for the growth and extension of party.Sh. Ashok Koul asked party workers to maintain direct contact with every single voter of the area. “The booth activists hold key to the hearts of the public as they are the face of party at gross root level,” Sh. Ashok Koul said, adding, workers should join hands with the common masses for the constructive work within the community.Sh. Ashok Koul said the party was committed to address the public issues which have been left unattended by the previous governments. “Prime Minister Narendra Modi led Centre Government as well as state government have been working on the development and welfare of the people,” he said, adding, the party believes in "Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikaas".
BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma bats for reservation benefits to IB residents in J&K Assembly
BJP State President & MLA from Jammu West Constituency, Sat Sharma tabled questions on the issue of plights faced by the residents of the villages alongside International Border (IB).Sh. Sat Sharma while participating in the proceedings of the J&K Assembly asked the government to clear that if the State Cabinet had already approved the inclusion of areas within the 8 kms. from IB in Jammu sector in the list of socially and educationally backward so as to avail reservation benefits, then reasons for the non implementation of above said decision be justified.Sh. Sat Sharma voiced his concern to consider the steps taken for its implementation while he was replied that the International Border does not come within the definition of Actual Line of Control. But due to the persistent demand and concern, the proposal will be examined under lawful considerations and will be screened by the J&K State Commission for Backward Classes.Sh. Sat Sharma asked that double standards must not be maintained while considering the plights of the people living at the receiving end. He said that every single person knows the extent that has been caused to the residents of IB villages due to continuous shelling from across the border. He strongly batted for the extension of all benefits under socially and educationally backward be extended to the residents of the villages alongside IB as these are the people who hold their ground firmly for the love of motherland and mark the identity of Nation’s borders.Sh. Sat Sharma stressed that due to the hostile relations with Pakistan, the residents of villages along the International Border, the people suffer the continuous damage of life, property and livestock, which also affects their livelihood of adults, social fabric of day to day life and educational standards of their wards. Bombs also fall and play havoc at these places, he remarked.
Indian army is considered as one of the most disciplined force in the world: Prof Virender Gupta
State BJP spokesperson Prof. Virender Gupta while reacting to Shopian incident said that nothing should be done that demoralizes the forces who are fighting the Pakistan sponsored terrorism in the valley against many odds to restore peace and normalcy in Jammu and Kashmir state and save the integrity of the nation. He said that the Indian army is considered as one of the most disciplined force in the world which played its unique role throughout the world on the UNO call.The Spokesperson added that the circumstances that were created by the stone pelters in Shopian while subjecting army convoy to heavy pelting, hurting JCO and others and damaging its vehicles, left no other option for the army personnel to resort to firing in self defence. He said that it is unfortunate and disgusting that FIR has been lodged against a major and other personnel of 10 Garhwal unit on the charge of murder and attempt to murder by the state government in the Shopian incident whereas no FIR was lodged or enquiry ordered against the stone pelters.Prof. Virender asked what business the so-proclaimed innocent mob had to attack the army convoy with stones and damage its vehicles. He said that the forces are facing great resistance from the people whenever they cordon an area in search of terrorists. The people of the area come out in a mob and attack the forces with stone and make their work extremely difficult and the fact of the matter is that none of the Kashmiri leaders appeal to the people for not cause hindrance in the operations being executed by the forces to save the valley from destruction. However, when forces retaliate then the political leaders make hue and cry and come in the defence of mob. The Spokesperson said that if the political class of the valley is so much against the forces then the morality demands that they should shed away the security that is being availed by them.
Prof. Virender rebuts Gulam Nabi Azad Statement
State BJP spokesperson Prof. Virender Gupta while commenting on the statements made by Gulam Nabi Azad in his recent visit to Jammu said that Mr. Azad is hoodwinking the people and trying to exploit the victims affected during the heavy firing from the Pakistan side on the borders. He said that the decision to construct bunkers for the villagers residing nearby the borders and providing them plots for seeking shelters during the firing were taken about ten years back when Congress Party was in power both at the centre and in the State, but it did nothing in this direction. He reminded Azad of his speeches made during the subsequent elections, particularly in 2002 and 2008 in the state for treating the people residing near the International Border with those putting up near the LOC and his concern about the West Pakistan refugees and promising to address their grievances by issuing permanent state subject in their favour. He questioned Azad about his achievements against his promises and said particularly, when he remained chief minister of the state. He added that during his chief minister ship his role on the Shri Amarnath land row remained quite controversial when his actions divided the people of Jammu region and those of Valley on communal and regional lines and whole of the administration became paralyzed because of the people’s aggressive resentment and massive protests.On his remarks that Modi Government lacks policy on Kashmir and that Prime Minister was focusing on International Issues and ignoring concerns of the country, particularly with regard to Jammu and Kashmir and border security situation, the spokes persons said that it is because of the International Policy of the present Government that Pakistan has been completely isolated in the world forum and world powers consider it as haven of terrorism. He added that when enemy is forcing a war like situation, there is no option for the Government at the centre to give it a befitting reply and that is what Modi Government is doing. “The forces have been given free hand to deal the situation both on the borders and also internally against the proxy war of Jihad launched by the enemy and there is no option for the government who so ever be in the power” Prof. Virender Said. He further added that for restoring the confidence of the people of the state the government has taken number of steps, apart from pursuing people friendly policies, the Prime Minister and the Home Minister visited the state number of times to interact with the people and assess the situation at the ground level, and the Centre Government has appointed interlocutor to approach the concern groups on its behalf. The spokesperson commented that the Congress Party who remained in power for the most of years at the centre and at present is the main opposition party, needs to shed its negative attitude to everything that the Government does and asked it instead of adopting a positive approach to deal with the situations that the nation is facing.
BJP holds Shakti Kendra Pramukh Sammelan
J&K BJP led by its State President & MLA Sat Sharma carries its agenda of strengthening its ground level structure to a step further by holding “Shakti Kendra Pramukh Sammelan” while it is already carrying out its “Polling Booth Sammelans” across the region on Mandal level. BJP National General Secretary Ram Lal was the Chief Guest and speaker on the occasion, who along with Union MoS in PMO Dr. Jitendra Singh, Dy. CM Dr. Nirmal Singh, MLC Ashok Khajuria, MP Jugal Kishore Sharma, MP Shamsher Singh Manhas, State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul, State General Secretaries Dr. Narinder Singh, Pawan Khajuria and Harinder Gupta guided the leaders with their valuable life experiences and organizational skills.Ministers Bali Bhagat, Chander Prakash Ganga, Sham Choudhary, Abdul Ghani Kohli, Sunil Sharma, Priya Sethi along with all BJP State Office Bearers, MLAs, Morcha State Presidents, District Presidents along with teams besides all the Incharges of Shakti Kendra participated in this sammelan held at K.K. Resorts, Talab Tillo, Bohri.While addressing the BJP leaders, Ram Lal spoke on the concept of Congress Free India and emphasized that basically this is a mission to even free the Congress supporters from the corrupt thinking and ideology. He said that all the activists right from “Panna Pramukh” to “Pradhan Mantri” are doing excellent job for the progress of the country and the party. He boasted that today borders are protected at maximum, Nation’s pride has increased world over and the welfare of poor has been kept on priority by the Modi Government. He said that today the government is completing the world class projects with minimum budget and set time frame. He emphasized that party’s win id decided by the performance of the party at “Shakti Kendra” level, so this whole programme is organized. He also pointed out the killings of more than 200 BJP activists in recent months and claimed that they gave their life only for the slogan of “Bharat Mata Ki Jai”. He said that every election from “Panchayat to Parliament” will be won by BJP.Sat Sharma said that the decision to hold the “Shakti Kendra Pramukh Sammelan” at the regional level while the Polling Booth Sammelan were still on, was very rewarding which was evident from the presence of such huge enthusiastic gathering of BJP leaders. He informed that till now about 90 Booth Sammelans are already successfully over. He said that such meetings carry a particular significance to provide a platform for the transfer and sharing of information from top level and the ground level. He said that we have to pledge together to ensure the win of every polling booth and this will be achieved by working on every individual “Shakti Kendra”.Dr. Jitendra Singh gave all the credit of party’s victories to the activists and ground level leaders. He threw light on the glorious proud history of BJp which is full of struggle s by the dedicated partymen. He asked all to take this as an opportunity to connect with the people. Terming election as the festival of democracy, he prompted all to take all the public welfare schemes of Modi government to common masses. He said that we are living in the times of facts and figures and also there is an ever increasing need to counter the negative propaganda of opposition promptly. He also claimed that only BJP can truly voice the issues of Jammu and if not, then why the opposition in J&K Assembly didn’t support the anti-Pak resolution voiced by Sat Sharma, he asked.Dr. Nirmal Singh said that the booth level activist forms the building block of the party. He explained that the Shakti Kendra signifies an entity in between the Mandal i.e. Block and Polling Booth that can be compared to the Wards in the Urban areas thus including average 3-4 Polling Booths per Shakti Kendra. He said that BJP is working with all inclusive approach i.e. “Vasudev Kutumbhakam”, while the opposition is working on the negative propagandas, but we have to take India to the top slot, he insisted.Jugal Kishore Sharma said that the presence of BJP led by Pm Modi at Centre has made every Indian proud by taking historical and significant steps. He claimed that BJP government has provided effective governance at doorsteps of common man.Shamsher Singh Manhas emphasized on the importance of Shakti Kendra and the Polling Booths for ensuring the win of party in every election. He also prompted the party cadre to stick to the basic organizational skills while working.Ashok Kaul threw light on the organizational matters and presented the details of all the present and future programmes. He also said that “Navratna (Nine Gems)” will be formed at every single booth level.Earlier the popular AIR programme of PM Modi “Maan Ki Baat” was listened from 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.by the whole gathering.Pawan Khajuria carried the proceedings of the stage.
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh flags off “Bharat Darshan” tour organized by BSF
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh flagged off the ‘Bharat Darshan’ tour of children from Frontier Head Quarter BSF, Paloura Camp Jammu. Deputy Chief Minister Dr.Nirmal Singh also discussed the border situation arising due the continuous cease fire violation from the Pakistan with top BSF officers.While addressing the participants Dr Singh, said that it is a great opportunity for these children to know the rich heritage, culture, people and understanding unity in diversity of our great nation.Such tours expose the children to different cultures and areas of the country and go a long way in overall personality development, he added.He said during the tour the students would visit various historical places and get firsthand experience of their country’s rich historical backgroundDr Singh said that India has a rich civilization in context of scientific and technological advances and the youth should have knowledge of these things, which will help in their career.He further added that the interactions with the students of other institutions would acquaint them with cultural diversity of the country and make them committed to Nation’s progress by inculcating sense of patriotisms in them.Total 40 children, 20 boys and 20 girls, in the age group of 12 to 17 years, are selected from remote areas of Jammu region. During the tour children will get an opportunity to visit monuments in Delhi, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri and Amritsar. On 26 January 2017, they will witness ‘Republic Day Parade’ at the Rajpath. The children are being fully equipped in all respect by the BSF.IG BSF Ram Avtar, DIG BSF Harminder pal and other BSF and police officials were also present on the occasion.
Efforts on to showcase Jammu as major pilgrimage tourist destination: Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh today said that the sustained efforts are underway to make Jammu division as one of the major pilgrimage tourist destination and in this regard necessary mechanism has already been put in place to upgrade the existing infra besides creating awareness about the same in rest of country.The Deputy Chief Minister was speaking after inaugurating Mathwar festival at Akhnoor here today.Vice Chairman Kissan welfare Board, D. S. Chib, Social Activist Mamta Singh, prominent citizens of the area and senior officers of various departments were also present on the occasion.‘Akhnoor area is of very great historical and cultural importance in the whole of Indian sub-continent and we have already set in process the mechanism which would not only preserve its historicity but also ensure development on the modern lines especially in the tourism and other related sectors.”, Dr Singh added.Deputy Chief Minster while enumerating the steps undertaken for development of tourism sector said that the Prime Ministers development package envisions for the holistic development of the tourism and the focus is also on ensuring that the Jammu division comes up as one of the major destinations of the pilgrimage tourism in the country. He said that the efforts are also on for bringing the other unexplored areas on the tourism map.“This would also go a long way in promotion the overall tourism in the Jammu division, which would in turn give a fillip to the economy of the areas by way of generating the necessary job opportunities to the people related with tourist activities as well as the youth”, he maintained.Deputy Chief Minister said that these occasions serve as a great opportunity for people to come together and celebrate the festivals and the spirit of India. He said that we should come together and pray for peace in our state and the whole world as well.
BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma accompanied by Vice-chairperson Munish Sharma, State Secretary Sanjay Baru, addressed and interacted with the massive gathering of BJP leaders and activists working in Talab Tillo Mandal
In continuous drive to strengthen the booth level structure ahead of the approaching Panchayat Elections in the state, State BJP led by BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma accompanied by Vice-chairperson Munish Sharma, State Secretary Sanjay Baru, addressed and interacted with the massive gathering of BJP leaders and activists working in Talab Tillo Mandal falling under Jammu West Constituency in a "Booth Sammelan" held at the Mandal level.Similar Rajouri was addressed by State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul, MLC Vibodh Gupta, Sammelan was held in R. S. Pura which was addressed by State Secretary Dr. Narinder Singh and MLC Vikram Randhawa, Udhampur Jaganoo Mandal was addressed by State General Secretary Pawan Khajuria and Somnath Khajuria, Jammu East was addressed by MP Shamsher Singh Manhas, MoS Priya Sethi, MLC Ashok Khajuria, MLA Rajesh Gupta. Chenani Mandal was addressed by State Secretary Anil Parihar and MLA Dinanath Bhagat. Ramnagar, Chowki Jindrah Mandal was addressed by Senior leader Pawan Sharma and MLA R.S. Pathania, Satwari Mandal was addressed by J&K Lagislative Assembly Speaker Kavinder Gupta and District President Baldev Singh Billawaria. Samba Nud Mandal was addressed by State Addl. Media Secretary Rakesh Mahajan and Sanjeev Sharma and Bishnah mandal addressed by State Media Secretary Suraj Singh, MLC Ramesh Arora, Ashwani Sharma, Naresh Sharma and Narain Dutt.Sat Sharma while interacting with the activists prompted them to work with more energy and never ending enthusiasm for the party as BJP is the only party which works for the welfare of the all neglected sections of the society while keeping the aim of "Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikaas" in mind. He said that BJP is the only true Nationalistic force in the Nation which is trusted by al the sections across the regions.Shamsher Singh Manhas asked the party activists to engage themselves in the community programmes to have first hand insight into the needs of the society.Yudhvir Sethi promoted every activists to work energetic for party while addressing the genuine concerns of common masses.Ashok Kaul deliberated on the organisational matters and said that only BJP is working with the sole aim of serving the Nation and fellow citizens. He provided the activists with valuable points about the working system of party. He prompted all activists to work with enthusiasm for the welfare of masses as well as for extension of party base among general masses.Dr. Narinder Singh also prompted the party activists to approach every single voter of the region while specifically focusing on their personal and societal needs. He also gave the mantra of "Booth Jeeto, Chunaav Jeeto" while prompting them to work actively for the welfare of the masses.Pawan Khajuria prompted all party activists work for the panchayat election whole heartedly.Vikram Randhawa deliberated on the various public welfare schemes for the common masses and the achievements of the Central and State Government.Priya Sethi spoke on the central and state government achievements and various public welfare schemes for the common masses.Munish Sharma prompted all to ensure that every genuine concern of public is addressed by acting as eyes and ears of party.Ayodhya Gupta, Jugal Kishore Gupta, N.D. Rajwal, Chander Mohan Gupta, Varinderjit Singh, Jaidev Rajwal, Dr. Pardeep Mahotra, Mohan Singh Rana, Jeet Angral and others were among the prominent persons present on the occasion.
भारतीय जनता पार्टी के जिला कार्यालय उधमपुर में दो बैठकों का आयोजन किया गया । इस सम्मेलन में बूथ कमेटियों के साथ साथ शक्तिकेन्द्रों की भी जानकारी कार्यकर्ताओं को दी गई।
भारतीय जनता पार्टी के जिला कार्यालय उधमपुर में आज दो बैठकों का आयोजन किया गया । देशभर में भारतीय जनता पार्टी बूथ सम्मेलनों का आयोजन करा रही है इन्हीं सम्मेलनों के तहत आज भाजपा कार्यालय में जगानू मण्डल का बूथ सम्मेलन किया गया । इस सम्मेलन में बूथ कमेटियों के साथ साथ शक्तिकेन्द्रों की भी जानकारी कार्यकर्ताओं को दी गई। वहीं दूसरी बैठक उधमपुर विधानसभा क्षेत्र के कार्यकर्ताओं के साथ हुई । प्रदेश भाजपा महासचिव पवन खजूरिया , जिला अध्यक्ष राकेश गुप्ता , पांचों मण्डलों के प्रभारी , अध्यक्ष , कार्यकर्ता व विभिन्न क्षेत्रों से सैकड़ों लोगों व महिलाओं ने इनमें भाग लिया। मंच का संचालन जगानू मण्डल के महासचिव नरेंद्र कुमार द्वारा किया इस दौरान कई वक्ताओं ने अपनी अपनी बात रखी। जगानू मण्डल के प्रभारी रमेश शर्मा ने इस अवसर पर कार्यकर्ताओं को भाजपा के कार्यक्रमों को नियमित रूप से करने का आग्रह किया ,इसके अलावा उन्होंने 15 अगस्त व 26 जनवरी जैसे राष्ट्रीय त्योहारों को भी अपने अपने इलाकों में मनाने के लिए कहा। महिला मोर्चा की प्रदेश उपाध्यक्ष नीलम नरगोत्रा ने कहा कि हमें भाजपा संगठन को और मजबूत करना होगा इसके लिए बूथ स्तर पर महिलाओं के लिए बनाई गई विभिन्न योजनाओं को जन जन तक पहुंचाने के लिए कार्यकर्ताओं को आगे आना होगा। वरिष्ठ नेता सोमराज जी ने कार्यकर्ताओं को एकजुट होने के लिए कहा । इसके अलावा उन्होंने विस्तार से विभिन्न पोलिंग बूथों में बनाई गई कमेटियों व शक्ति केन्द्रों की जानकारी कार्यकर्ताओं को दी। जिला भाजपा अध्यक्ष राकेश गुप्ता ने केंद्रीय संगठन द्वारा दिए गए ,एक बूथ 10 यूथ के नारे को हर बूथ पर अपनाने के लिए कार्यकर्ताओं को प्रेरित किया। प्रदेश महासचिव पवन खजुरिया ने उपस्थित कार्यकर्ताओं को केंद्र सरकार की योजनाओं की विस्तार से जानकारी दी और कहा कि आज भारतीय जनता पार्टी पूरे विश्व में सबसे ज्यादा सदस्यता के कारण सबसे बड़ी पार्टी बन के उभरी है। आज पूरे विश्व में प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी लोकप्रियता में तीसरे नम्बर पर हैं और नित् नई ऊंचाइयों को छू रहे हैं। आज देश का हर छोटा बड़ा नेता उनको अपना आदर्श मान कर चल रहा है। पवन खजुरिया ने कहा कि केंद्र सरकार द्वारा प्रायोजित कई ऐसी योजनाएं हैं जिनका लाभ समाज के हर वर्ग तक पहुंचना चाहिए लेकिन जनता के नुमाइंदे व सम्बन्धित विभाग उन तक यह योजनाएं पहुँचाने में फिसड्डी साबित हुए हैं और कई लोग इनसे अभी भी वंचित हैं। अंत्योदय यानी कतार में अंतिम खड़े व्यक्ति तक इनका लाभ पहुंचे , इसके लिए आज भाजपा कार्यकर्ता दिन रात एक कर रहे हैं लेकिन इसके साथ साथ सम्बन्धित विभागों का भी यह फर्ज है कि वह भी समाज के प्रति अपना दायित्व निभाएं। सबका साथ सबका विकास के नारे को चरितार्थ करते हुए केंद्र सरकार ने इन योजनाओं के लिए दिल खोलकर फंड्स जारी किए हैं। इसके अलावा उन्होंने कार्यकर्ताओं को आने वाले पंचायती चुनावों के लिए कमर कसने के लिए कहा और बताया कि जो भी उम्मीदवार चुन कर आएगा वह शहर की तर्ज पर गांव में भी समान रूप से विकास कार्य करवा सकता है। पवन खजुरिया ने सभी कार्यकर्ताओं को सचेत किया कि इन चुनावों को कतई हल्के में न लें। इस अवसर पर वरिष्ठ नेता कृष्ण लाल , जगानू मण्डल के अध्यक्ष महेश , विस्तारक जुगलकिशोर , अशोक कुमार , परमानन्द , रमन , अजय , भाजयुमो अध्यक्ष अखिल पराशर , मोहन द्राही ,मुश्ताक ,ताज अली ,पवित्तर सिंह , भारत भूषण , सूरम सिंह , विकास ,गीता देवी , रेणु देवी , करनैल सिंह , जगदीश भी मौजूद थे।
BJP intensifies Panchayat election campaign at Jammu rural
Intensifying the working for ensuring smooth win in the upcoming Panchayat elections in the State, BJP led by State Vice-President Parmod Kapahi, State General Secretary Harinder Gupta, State Secretary Aseem Gupta and other senior leaders held a marathon meeting in the Jammu Rural area to discuss the threadbare all the points related to the strategy formation regarding Panchayat Elections in the State as well as other organizational and developmental matters.While addressing the meeting, Harinder Gupta focussed on the organizational matters and emphasized that the leaders and the activists of BJP must imbibe within themselves the qualities of utmost discipline and dedication while working in the public life. He stressed that the common mass believes BJP to be their own party and so it is our duty to deliver according to their expectations. He said that the BJP under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken numerous steps for addressing the core issues and the genuine concerns of the public which felt so neglected during the past black regime given by Congress led governments.Harinder said that the win of BJP supported candidates in the upcoming Panchayat elections will ensure the good governance to the door steps of every person. He prompted the senior leaders of the party to chose the candidates wisely with high moral values and character for the Panchayat elections who can serve the general public without self interest and prejudice.Gupta also spoke on the plight of the victims due unprovoked shelling and firing by Pakistani Army and said that the Pakistan has crossed all limits. He said that every BJP activist must contribute in every possible way to help and aid those are affected.Gupta also said that all the money utilized in the party management must be in black and white setting the example of clean financial political system.Parmod Kapahi and Aseem Gupta also addressed the meeting.District President Omi Khajuria, Nand Kishore, Vikas Choudhary and others were among the prominent leaders present in the meeting.
BJP holds Booth Sammelans at Chingus, Bhamag
BJP held “Booth Sammelan” of Mandal Dhangri and Chingus at Chingus comprising of 40 booths, which was chaired by BJP State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul along with VC Pahari Board Kuldeep Raj Gupta, MLC Adv. Vibodh Gupta, Prabhari & State Incharge All Cells S. Variderjit Singh and other senior leaders of the party and attended by all the District, Mandal, Ward, Booth activists and Morcha Presidents residing in the area.Booth Sammelan at Mandal Bhamag comprising 32 Polling Booths was also addressed by MoS Ajay Nanda, Prabhari & State Secretary Rajinder Sharma and other senior leaders of party.Posing faith in the policies of the party, Retd. CEO Nigesh Sharma also joined BJP and said that only BJP can really address the issues of the public that have been left unattended by the previous governments for near about 70 years who was whole heartedly welcomed by Ashok Kaul and other senior leaders present in the sammelan.While addressing the “Booth Sammelan”, Ashok Kaul emphasized on the importance of effective working by booth activists for the growth and extension of party by working in direct contact with every single voter of region. He said that the booth activists hold key to the hearts of the public as they are the face of party in every moment of joy and grief of common masses. He also focussed on the organisational matters and shared important tips of constructive working within the community.Ajay Nanda said that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi led Centre Government as well as the BJP-PDP coalition government has been working on the development of the Nation since day one of the formation of the government.Kuldeep Raj Gupta said that BJP is the only party with cadre based structure which works for the welfare of all the neglected sections of the society while keeping the aim of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikaas” in mind.Adv. Vibodh Gupta enumerated various public welfare schemes initiated by the Modi Government to uplift the status of the masses and said that it is the moral duty of every party activist to take these schemes to public.Rajinder Sharma prompted leaders to work with more energy and never ending enthusiasm for party and threw light on the working system of booth level committees on ground level while sharing the slogan of “Booth Jeeta, Chunav Jeeta”.Seh-Prabhari Rajinder, District President Dinesh Sharma, Atam, Adv. Vinod, Mahendra Singh, Koushal Sharma and others were present at Chingus, whereas, Naresh Soodan, Sat Pal Sharma, Chain Singh, Pawan Kumar, Rattan Singh, Sansar Chand and others were present at Bhamag.
BJP holds Booth Sammelan at Samba
In the ongoing campaign for strengthening of Booth level structure of BJP in the state keeping in view the approaching Panchayat and then other elections in the State, BJP held Booth Sammelan at the Samba Mandal of Samba District under the series of programmes of Booth Sammelans at every Mandal level under the observance and guidance of BJP State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul along with SC Morcha State President & MLA Dr. Devinder Manyal, District Seh-Prabhari & Addl. Secretary Rakesh Mahajan, other senior leaders of the party in which all the District, Mandal and Booth level activists participated along with other senior leaders.Sh. Ashok Kaul, while addressing the massive gathering of party leaders and activists, concerted on the organizational fabric of the party and emphasized that the core ideology of BJP lies in promoting the booth level activist of the party as the foundation on which big institution such as BJP thrives, while boasting to be biggest political party of the world in terms of primary membership. He said that the booth sammelans are being organized in the entire region with a clear motive to empower the booth activists, so that they can address all the genuine public concerns promptly and ensure the implementation of “Good Governance”.While boasting on the good governance by the BJP, Ashok Kaul asked all the activists to work while keeping in view the approaching Panchayat Elections and asked them to work with such enthusiasm that every candidate supported by the party turns out to be a winning candidate. He also asked them to take the public welfare schemes initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the last man standing in the most neglected sections of society.Dr. Devinder Manyal embarked upon plethora of public welfare schemes initiated by Central and State Governments and said that the present dispensation is committed to address maximum public issues which were left unattended by the previous governments for 70 years and asked all the leaders to take these achievements to public.Rakesh Mahajan prompted the BJP leaders present in the Sammelan to work whole heartedly for the growth of the organization and ensure that the party ideology touches the soul of common masses.District President Jangbir Singh thanked all the BJP leaders for their active participation in the meeting.BJP State Executive Member Subhash Bhagat, Kashmira Singh, Amar Singh and Santosh Bhagat, Narsingh Dayal, Mandal President Sanjeev Kumar.
BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma inquires the health of Pak firing victims, asks for best medical facility to victims
Taking strong notice of yet another ongoing gruesome incident of unabated shelling and firing by Pakistani Rangers, BJP State President & Chairman Government Medical College & Hospital (GMC&H) Development Board Sat Sharma (MLA) accompanied by State General Secretary Pawan Khajuria, State Secretary Sanjay Baru and other leaders visited the GMC&H to inquire about the health of victims who are undergoing treatment here.During the visit, Sat Sharma enquired about the condition of all the victims who were injured in the firing and shelling from across the border. He said that the present dispensation under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is committed to the welfare of the masses at all levels be it inside the civilian areas or at the borders. He said that the neighbouring country Pakistan is not taking any lessons from the history and again resorting to the inhumane behaviour along the border, which will not be tolerated at any level.He said that even in the old times, two warring sides used to spare the areas inhabited by the civilians but Pakistan has crossed all limits by thrusting number of wars, promoting militancy taking it as its state policy and resorting to other mean ways like thrusting of Havala money, drugs etc. into our Nation. He said that the plight of these innocent civilians must be looked upon on a greater scale as this has given rise to mental trauma in addition to physical, financial and livestock losses to these border dwelling people.He asked the Hospital authorities to arrange for the best medical facilities to these injured people. He stressed that every diagnostic facility and every medicine must be provided to the innocent victims without any cost and without any delay along with the prompt supervision under the senior doctors.District President Ayodhya Gupta, District General Secretary Prem Gupta also accompanied the State President during the visit.
District President Jammu West Ayodhya Gupta along with other BJP leaders kick-started the construction of lane and drain at Gole Gujaral, Ward No. 32
BJP led by District President Jammu West Ayodhya Gupta along with other BJP leaders kick-started the construction of lane and drain at Gole Gujaral, Ward No. 32 falling under Jammu West District & Constituency.Sh. Ayodhya Gupta in his address said that it was the long pending demand of the people of the area. He said a deputation of the local residents of the area had called for their genuine concern and demanded the construction of the lane and drain and now on the instructions of the BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma the present work is kick started to mitigate the suffering of the masses.He said that the lane and drain would be constructed at an estimated cost of rupees 4.45 lakh. He said that the locals were facing many difficulties due to the non-maintenance of lane and drain in the locality as there was no proper drainage of the waste water that used to gather in the lane itself producing stink and mosquitoes. He said that the filthy water was an epidemic threat for the locals of the area. He said that Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is committed to carry forward the Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s agenda ‘Swachh Bharat Abhiyaan’ and these measures will certainly be an added advantage to the mission. He also appealed to the locals to keep vigil on the quality of the present work being executed.
Sh. Baldev Singh Billawaria held a booth level meeting in Ward no 52 and 57
Bharatiya Janata Party's Jammu District President Baldev Singh Billawaria on the instructions of Speaker Kavinder Gupta, visited ward number 52 and 57 and reviewed the problems of the people. Officials of Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) and Power Development Department (PDD) were also present with Billawaria.Billawaria asked the people to tell about the development works needed to be done in their areas for which the local people are having difficulty. People highlighted the problems of lanes and drains in front of Billawaria, who told that the development of these will be done soon. He asked the departmental officials to make their best and earliest effort to address the concerns of people.Afterwards, Billawaria held a meeting with President ward number 57 ward, in which all the booth Incharges and activists participated to discuss the developmental programmes of the party. On this occasion, Billawaria made the workers to plan and work ahead of the Booth Sammelan on January 21 for maximum participation.Billawaria said that BJP is organizing the booth sammelans not only in Jammu and Kashmir but in all the states so that the party can be strengthened to the grass root level. He asked every party programme must be organized at booth level. He said that in the coming Panchayat elections BJP Activists and leaders should be promoted at the booth level so that the common masses is awarded of the candidates well and vote in favor of them at election time.
Booth activists hold the key to win: BJP State President and MLA Sat Sharma
BJP Talab Tillo Mandal intensified its preparations for chain of elections starting initially by Panchayat then Urban Local Body followed by Parliamentary elections. Although the whole of Jammu West Constituency comprising of Janipur and Talab Tillo blocks is not going to witness any Panch elections, but leaving no chance to luck for future elections, BJP State President & MLA from the constituency sets to task the whole of District as well as Mandal units and conducted meeting to review organizational and developmental works going on in Talab Tillo mandal. He was also accompanied by District Prabhari & State Add. Office Secretary Jugal Gupta, District President Ayodhya Gupta and other senior leaders.Sat Sharma, while interacting with the BJP leaders, promoted them to work more actively and aggressively to make sure that every single public welfare scheme reaches the intended population so as to uplift the status of the last person belonging to the most neglected sections. He said that only the BJP under the leadership of PM Modi can lead the nation to its pristine glory so every activist has to work unceasingly till every single Panchayat, Assembly and Parliamentary election is won by the party. He said that to achieve the target of good governance to the common masses, party has decided to hold Booth Sammelans at Mandal level, by which the Booth level activists will be boosted and will ensure the mitigation of problems faced by common masses. After all, booth activists are the actual connection between the public and party and hold the key to win hearts as well as seats, he added.Ayodhya Gupta asked all the BJP leaders from Talab Tillo Mandal to work actively for maximum participation of all members of Booth Committees in the Booth Sammelan as this will give them the rejuvenated power to work dedicatedly for the welfare of masses.President (Talab Tillo Mandal) Jeet Angral thanked all BJP leaders, who actively participated in the meeting.BJP State Treasurer Chander Mohan Gupta, State Social Media Incharge Jaidev Rajwal, State Press Secretary Dr. Pardeep Mahotra, State Additional Office Secretary Tilak Raj Gupta, State Executive Members Parneesh Mahajan, Bawa Sharma, Naresh Sharma, Organizing Secretary Mohan Singh Rana, Manish Khajuria, Surinder Choudhary, Rajesh Gupta, Prem Gupta, Sat Pal Karlupia, Dr. Akshay Sharma, Rakesh Mishra, Veena Gupta, Jatin Sethi, Manish Gupta, Pushpa Wazir, Vinod Wazir, Deepak Kumar were among the prominent leaders present in the meeting.
Loan granted to Disabled youth by SC ST BC Dev Corp
A physically disabled youth, Harvish Sharma, resident of Gangyal area of Jammu District, has been granted financial assistance of rupees 2 lakh in the form of loan by Jammu and Kashmir Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes & Backward Classes Development Corporation, for setting up of own small unit and earn livelihood.The Corporation Vice-Chairperson, Balbir Ram Rattan, along with Divisional Manager Gulam Qadir Khatana and District Manager Joginder Paul Atri, handed over official Payment Authority Letter (PAL) of the sanctioned amount to Harvish Sharma at Corporation Head Office on Friday.The beneficiary, Harvish Sharma, with 40% disability, had applied for loan to set up his shuttering unit and the Corporation, after processing the case, sanctioned rupees two lakh in his favour through National Handicapped Finance & Development Corporation (NHFDC) with an interest of 4% and the loaned amount is to be paid back in monthly instalment of rupees 4200 in four and half years.Balbir Ram Rattan, on this occasion, stressed upon the beneficiary to set up his shuttering unit at the earliest and start earning so that his days of misery are over and he becomes a self earner instead of sitting idle at home and looking at others for some sort of help. He said that Jammu and Kashmir Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes & Backward Classes Development Corporation Limited is the channelizing agency, which receives funds from the Apex Corporations of the union government and the State government and the same are provided as loan to the unemployed people belonging to Target Groups to make them self reliant.
BJP holds booth sammelan at Katra
To strengthen the Booth Level Committees ahead of Panchayat Elections in the state, J&K State BJP held Booth Sammelan of Mandal Katra falling under Reasi district, which was chaired by BJP State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Koul along with MoS Ajay Nanda, Prabhari District Reasi & State Secretary Rajinder Sharma and other senior leaders of the party.While addressing the Sammelan, Ashok Kaul said that the present endeavour to hold the polling booth Sammelan has the deep message of showing the booth level activists their importance and respect in the organization to boost their public working within their specific regions. He said that this fact particularly gains importance in our organization, where every single grass root level activist is viewed as the face and pillar of the party devoted selflessly to the welfare of the society keeping the aim of “Nation First, Party Second and Self Last”.He said that every BJP activist has a duty to serve the society with a passion having only the thinking of doing something good for the country and for this specific purpose every effort needs to be done to strengthen the party. He said that the BJP National President Amit Shah has called for celebrating minimum 18 programmes on every Polling Booth which also includes “Mann Ki Baat” acting as a direct tool to link with the PM of the Nation, which will help to acquaint the general public with the party ideology and the numerous public welfare schemes initiated by the Modi Government specifically for the upliftment of the living standards of the last person standing in the row.Ajay Nanda threw light on the achievements of State Government, while saying that BJP is only focussed for the welfare of needy and poor population at all levels. He added that the residents of state are witness to the unprecedented growth that was not done in last 70 years.Rajinder Sharma prompted the activists to work with utmost dedication for the organization as only the committed cadre with high confidence level will lead to the success of party in every poll battle in state.State Executive Members Sheel Magotra, Shashi Gupta and Ramesh Sharma, District General Secretaries Joginder Singh and Satpal Sharma, Mandal President Ajay Baru, Mandal General Secretaries Shiv Jamwal and Rajinder Mengi were among the prominent leaders present in the Sammelan.
J&K BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma pays homage to martyr BSF Head Constable, A Suresh
J&K BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma today laid wreaths on the mortal remains of BSF Head Constable Suresh hailing from Tamil Nadu, who was martyred in an unprovoked firing and shelling by Pakistani troops on Indian positions along the International Border in R. S. Pura sector of Jammu at BSF Camp, Ploura.Sat Sharma while paying tributes to the martyred soldier said that Pakistan is feeling frantic by the fitting reply by Indian Armed Forces and particularly the apt action of Indian Forces in Uri and so resorting to such mean behaviour of unprovoked firing and shelling on the border outposts and civilian areas in Arnia belt and adjoining villages thus martyring one Head constable and injuring several civilians as well.He said that the Security forces as well as civilians are braving the heat of the unpleasant atmosphere created by the hostile neighbour. He tried to remind the wicked neighbour the wording of Bharat Ratna Former Prime Minister of India, Atal Bihari Vajpayee that “Neighbours cannot be replaced”, while advising hostile neighbour to improve its behaviour. He asked Pakistan to understand the very fact that the promotion of subversive groups and elements on its soil typically adopting militancy as its state policy will harm its core philosophy as the proposed Nation of Brotherhood with pious hearts and so as a Nation it must try to initialize the process of containing and eliminating all type of anti-human groups on its soil so that it may no more be individualized on the world platform. Leniency shown by Indian forces must not be taken granted by Pakistan, he warned.While stressing on the stand of BJP under the leadership of PM Modi, he said that India as the proud Nation will take all possible measures to defend and if need arises avenge them with full force, the life of its security personnel and citizens. He said that in no way any atrocity or attack on the life, livestock or property of civilians or the security forces will be tolerated. He also directed the civil administration to take quick action for the support of army and civilians as needed.
DY CM Dr Nirmal Singh chairs meeting on PIA charges
PIA Charges fixed at 8% for transmission, 8.5% for distribution works for various programmesDy CM Dr Nirmal Singh today chaired the meeting of Project Implementation Agency (PIA) charges under IPDS, DDUGJY, RGGVY-II, PMDP and R-APDRP (Part-B) today at Shram Shakti Bhawan, New Delhi.The Minister for Finance Dr Haseeb A. Drabu also attended the meeting.During the meeting certain issues pertaining to re-negotiation of Project Implementation Agency (PIA) charges of Power for transmission and distribution and RE works were discussed. It was decided that the charges would be 8 percent for the transmission works and 8.5percent for distribution networks.Union Power Secretary, Union Jt. Secretary Power, Commissioner/ Secretary PDD, Chairman Rural Electrification Corporation Ltd., Chairman and Managing Director PGCIL, Dev. Commissioner (Power) J&K, CEO -RECPDCL, CEO-RECTPCL attended the meeting.The Project implementing agencies who attended meeting are RECPDCL, PGCIL, and RECTPCL.
BJP holds meeting of Incharges, Co-Incharges to review Panchayat election preparations
J&K State BJP held an important review meeting ahead of Panchayat elections in the State chaired by BJP State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul along with State General Secretaries Pawan Khajuria and Harinder Gupta which was attended by the Incharges and Co-Incharges for various Districts across the region deputed by BJP to look after the affairs of elections at party headquarter, Trikuta Nagar.The meeting saw the detailed discussions for strengthening of booth level structure of the organization in state, in which it was also decided to hold Shakti Kendra Incharge and Ward Incharge/Pramukh Sammelan in Jammu.Ashok Kaul, while addressing the meeting, said that all Incharges and Co-Incharges for districts have to do extra work as the time for elections is approaching. He prompted them to visit every single booth activist individually and conduct vigorous Booth Meetings. He asked them to boost up activists for public contact while taking up the local issues to solve all genuine concerns of common masses. He added that the energetic work will help to ensure win of every single party supported candidate in the coming Panchayat elections. He also asked the leaders to listen PM Modi’s popular AIR programme “Mann Ki Baat” among general public.Pawan Khajuria asked the party leaders to gear up for the Panchayat election campaigns, while saying that although the elections will be held on non-party basis but still party leaders have to support candidates with clean image and ensure good representation of youth and women from each and every community.Harinder Gupta prompted party leaders to ensure reach of party achievements, Public Welfare Schemes and major projects initiated by Modi Government to common masses, focussed on the collection and expenditure of party funds in black and white for promotion of clean economic system and transparency in Indian Political system.State Vice-Presidents Yudhvir Sethi, Parmod Kapahi, Karan Singh, Bharat Bhushan, Rajni Sethi, State Secretaries Aseem Gupta, Sanjay Baru, Sunil Gupta, Adv. Vijay Sharma, Anuradha Charak, Suraj Singh, Suresh Sharma, Rakesh Mahajan, Arun Chibber, Arvind Gupta, Jugal Gupta, Parduman singh, N. D. Rajwal, Rajiv Charak, Smt. Suresh Jamwal, Pawan Sharma, Dr. Suresh Ajay Magotra, Purnima Sharma, Dr. Tahir Choudhary, Rajinder Singh Chib, Jugal Sharma were among the prominent leaders present in the meeting.
Ch. Vikram Randhawa, Member Legislative Council (MLC) today inaugurated newly constructed lane and drain at Mohalla Tarkhana, Narwal Bala in Gandhi Nagar constituency.
While inaugurating the lane and drain MLC Ch. Vikram Randhawa, said that it was a long pending demand of the residents of the locality as despite repeated requests and reminders to previous legislators from Gandhi Nagar none of them paid any heed. He said that a deputation from the area approached him with the demand around a month ago and he immediately directed the concerned Block Development Officer (BDO), Satwari and a lane and drain at the cost of Rs 4 lakh has been constructed. He requested the public to keep the lane and drain neat and clean as it is their property now. He said that it is the responsibility of the locals of the area to see that public property is not damaged by anyone.Randhawa while addressing the gathering asked the people to come forward and get aware about the various welfare schemes of the government and get maximum benefit of them. MLC said that he is committed to carry forward the slogan of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi ‘Sabka Sath Sabka Vikas’ to the doorsteps of the public.BDO Satwari, Shahid Iqbal who was also present on the occasion apprised the MLC Vikram Randhawa regarding the various developmental schemes of the Block.The locals present on the occasion appreciated the people friendly approach of the Member Legislative Council and extended whole hearted support to the BJP in the coming future.Prominent among others who were present on the occasion include Tarun Sharma, Amit Gupta, Beli Ram Bhagat, Subash Sharma, Maan Singh, Ajay Sharma, Mohinder Sharma and Gara Ram.The meeting saw the detailed discussions for strengthening of booth level structure of the organization in state, in which it was also decided to hold Shakti Kendra Incharge and Ward Incharge/Pramukh Sammelan in Jammu.Ashok Kaul, while addressing the meeting, said that all Incharges and Co-Incharges for districts have to do extra work as the time for elections is approaching. He prompted them to visit every single booth activist individually and conduct vigorous Booth Meetings. He asked them to boost up activists for public contact while taking up the local issues to solve all genuine concerns of common masses. He added that the energetic work will help to ensure win of every single party supported candidate in the coming Panchayat elections. He also asked the leaders to listen PM Modi’s popular AIR programme “Mann Ki Baat” among general public.Pawan Khajuria asked the party leaders to gear up for the Panchayat election campaigns, while saying that although the elections will be held on non-party basis but still party leaders have to support candidates with clean image and ensure good representation of youth and women from each and every community.Harinder Gupta prompted party leaders to ensure reach of party achievements, Public Welfare Schemes and major projects initiated by Modi Government to common masses, focussed on the collection and expenditure of party funds in black and white for promotion of clean economic system and transparency in Indian Political system.State Vice-Presidents Yudhvir Sethi, Parmod Kapahi, Karan Singh, Bharat Bhushan, Rajni Sethi, State Secretaries Aseem Gupta, Sanjay Baru, Sunil Gupta, Adv. Vijay Sharma, Anuradha Charak, Suraj Singh, Suresh Sharma, Rakesh Mahajan, Arun Chibber, Arvind Gupta, Jugal Gupta, Parduman singh, N. D. Rajwal, Rajiv Charak, Smt. Suresh Jamwal, Pawan Sharma, Dr. Suresh Ajay Magotra, Purnima Sharma, Dr. Tahir Choudhary, Rajinder Singh Chib, Jugal Sharma were among the prominent leaders present in the meeting.
Physical disability no longer ailment for strong willed persons: Sh. Balbir Ram Rattan
Disability is no more an ailment or any state of sickness for any person afflicted with such disorders who have strong will power to defeat and overcome it with hard work. Such strong willed persons neither become any burden on the family nor society as they prove it with their hard work and zeal to live a dignified life that they are no less than normal people.This was stated by J&K SC, ST Corporation Vice Chairman Balbir Ram Rattan while interacting with a physically disabled person from Jammu Somnath who has approached the Corporation to get loan and other facilities to set up his own small business unit. Pertinently, 35 years old Somnath has physical disability on account of Polio with which he got afflicted at a young age but despite having this infirmity and incapacity to move about like a normal person, he did not let this become a handicap to lead a normal life. While narrating his case history during the meeting with Corporation chief, he said he moved on despite facing many hardships and started tailoring work on a small shop. Now that he is married and blessed with two sons, his earnings fall short of increasing expenditures which is why he has now approached this Corporation for loan to expand his tailoring work.On this occasion while appreciating the spirit of Somnath, Balbir Ram Rattan said government is supportive of such people who do not give up due to any physical disabilities. There are many facilities and loan schemes which should be availed by the people of this category, he said adding that the need is also to have courage and spirit like Somnath and those sitting back should get inspired by his efforts, hard work so that they too can lead a normal life.
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh discusses the Khair Wood Issue, Calls for allowing its transportation within and outside state
Dy CM Dr. Nirmal Singh directed the officers for taking the necessary steps to allow the transportation of the Khair Wood by the farmers of the state within and outside Jammu and Kashmir.The Deputy Chief Minister was speaking at a meeting convened to discuss the Khair Wood issue.It was attended by Mr. Chief Secretary BB Vyas, Advocate General Mr. Jahangir Iqbal Ganai, Commissioner /Secretary Forest, Commissioner /Secretary Revenue, Commissioner /Secretary Law and Managing Director State Forest Corporation.The Deputy Chief Minister directed for immediate redressal of the issue which has arisen out of not allowing the transportation of the Khair Wood by certain vested interests on some nonexistent grounds.He said that Since It involves a huge chunk of the state’s population and the onus lies on the government to settle the issue as early as possible.Dr. Singh also directed the officers for providing the form 25 to the farmers who are desirous of transporting the Khair Wood. He said that the same would go a long way in arresting the steep hike in the price of the wood being sold to the people and also provide the necessary source of income to the people who have been cultivating the same for commercial purposesIt is pertinent to mention that the Apex court has recently lifted the ban on the transportation of the Khair wood and certain quarters are citing some reasons and forcing the farmers to sell the Khair wood at a rate lower that that prevalent in our neighboring states.
Kishtwar in Jammu and Kashmir will soon get a full-fledged Airport facility with provision for Aircraft landing and taking off
In a major leap forward, Kishtwar in Jammu and Kashmir will soon get a full-fledged Airport facility with provision for Aircraft landing and taking off, for which, an upgraded Airstrip will accordingly be constructed adjacent to the Chaugan ground in the city. This was disclosed here today by Union MoS Dr Jitendra Singh, after presiding over a joint meeting of senior officers of J&K State Government and Defence Forces to sort out the nitty-gritties and other related aspects of the issue. The meeting was arranged by MoS Defence Dr Subhash Ramrao Bhamre and also attended by Sh Sunil Sharma, Minister of State (I/C) Transport, Jammu and Kashmir. The State Government was represented by Chief Secretary Sh Bharat Bhushan Vyas and Principal Secretary to Chief Minister Sh Rohit Kansal through video conferencing, while those physically present at the meeting included Sh Dheeraj Gupta Principal Secretary (Coordination) Government of Jammu and Kashmir, Dr Mandeep Bhandari former Divisional Commissioner Jammu and ShAngrez Singh Rana Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar. Dr Jitendra Singh said that in the next few days, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) will be signed between the Government of Jammu and Kashmir and Defence authorities wherein an Airstrip will be constructed and maintained by Government of Jammu and Kashmir, and the extra piece of land required for construction of this strip will be made available from the land currently under the possession of the Army. The airstrip that will come up, he said, will be for joint use of landing of Aircrafts and taking off, both by the civilian authorities as well as the Indian Army. Dr Jitendra Singh said, with the development of a full-fledged Airstrip at Kishtwar, the town will get round-the-year facility for landing and taking off of Aircraft and even though, the operation of commercial flights may not be possible in the very near future, but there will be certain and definite provisions for landing of State Aircrafts, Chartered aircrafts and operation of emergency flights.
Construction of bunkers is need of the hour and not anti-developmental: BJP
To ensure the safety of its citizens is the responsibility of every government and they cannot be left to fend for themselves when our hostile neighbour is hell bent to repeatedly target civilian areas close to the IB/LOC in violation of all international conventions/norms stated Brig Anil Gupta, State Spokesperson of Bharatiya Janata Party, in a press release issued by the Party. It is to meet this onerous responsibility that Government of India has sanctioned 415.73 crore for construction of bunkers for the security of people residing on the IB/LOC. In fact, this was a long pending demand of hapless border dwellers. The bunkers are needed to provide immediate shelter in case of hostile firing to minimise causalities and loss to life said Brig Gupta.It is unfortunate that an impression is being created that the construction of bunkers will hamper the development of these areas rued Brig Gupta. The construction of bunkers in no way will affect the overall development of these areas as development is a continuous process and the sustained development of border areas is a major thrust of Modi government. Apart from many centrally funded schemes, the development of infrastructure for transport, health, education and tourism is already under execution and will continue to be executed along with construction of Bunkers. Frequent ceasefire violations are done deliberately by Pakistan to cause fear and panic among the border dwellers so that they vacate those areas but the Government is determined to beat the nefarious design of the enemy and boost the morale of our valiant border dwellers said Brig Gupta.Construction of bunkers will also ensure that need to occupy school buildings as relief camps will be minimised thus ensuring that the education of the children is not hampered. Frequent disruption in education has been a major cause of worry among the parents resulting in migration from the border areas. The bunkers will also provide security to the border residents in case of surprise NBC attack by our hostile neighbour which has always been threatening the use of tactical nuclear weapons read the statement. The statement also highlighted the genuine concern of Modi government for the welfare of border dwellers by sanctioning much higher rates of relief for damages/losses suffered by them due to hostile firing. Bharatiya Janata Party has recommended to the government that the benefit of reservation in government jobs and admission to professional colleges should also be provided to the residents of three districts on IB namely Kathua, Samba and Jammu in the same manner as provided to the LOC residents and hopes that CM Mehbooba Mufti who is also the Home Minister will respond favourably said Brig Gupta.
MP Shamsher Singh Manhas, Sh. Harinder Gupta conduct extensive tour of Gujroo Nagrota, Mandli, Kohag
Extending outreach to all areas of the region in order to push further the party activities, State BJP led by State General Secretary, Harinder Gupta and Rajya Sabha MP, Shamsher Singh Manhas conducted extensive tours of the Gujroo Nagrota, Mandli and Kohag to review the party’s organizational as well as developmental activities over there.The BJP senior leaders visited Ashram of Shree Hari Prabhu Sanstha in Gugroo Nagrota and the distributed Blankets over there while having interaction with the officials of the Sanstha and the people present. They held a public meeting in Mandli discussing all the development related issues ad interacting with the gathering while also reviewing the works beig done under MP LAD funds. They also visited the Shree Narsingh Goushala and reviewed the development and others works done under the MP LAD funds and gave the assurance of further development of the area to the local people.Harinder Gupta while addressing, said that the BJP is committed to basic mantra of “Vikaas for All” and the common public stands witness to the fact that party has delivered on its promise of equitable development of all the persons following principle of “Antodaya” i.e. assurance of deliverance of all the basic amenities of life to the last man standing in row. He further added that the Nation under the leadership of PM Modi will attain status of “Vishav Guru” in coming times and no force in Universe is now able to limit advancement of the country. BJP worker doesn’t work for the personal gains, he added.Shamsher Singh Manhas, said that the working system of the BJP needs a lot of devotion with full dedication and love for the motherland and the society while reciting the “Nation First, Party second and self Last” and said that the party activists have to ensure the reach of all public welfare schemes initiated by the Central Government to every household of the region. Asking the party activists to come with the concentrated effort for those in need, he also assured that the money is no restraint for the development but the focus must be towards the benefit of general masses.District Vice-President (Basohli) Narain Dutt Tripathi, Mandal Presidents Kuldeep Abrol, Captain Om Parkash, Chander Bhushan Gupta, Sansar Chand Gupta, Dev Kumar Gupta, Vijay Kumar Verma, Jagdish Raj (Sarpanch), Baldev Singh and others were the prominent leaders present.
BJP holds Booth Sammelans at Pouni, Muthi-Paloura
While working with clear aim to strengthen the party’s organizational structure at grass root level and all eyes on upcoming Panchayat, Urban Local Body and thereafter Parliament elections BJP has started to work for the cementing of booth structure in the State. BJP has advanced its work on series of Booth Sammelans at various Mandals across the region. All the district team members and Shakti Kendra Incharges were also present in the meeting.Mandal Muthi-Paloura in Raipur-Domana Constituency of Jammu Rural District by State Secretary & Prabhari Jammu Rural Aseem Gupta and Minister Bali Bhagat and Booth Sammelan at Mandal Pouni-Reasi was addressed by State Secretary & Prabhari Reasi Rajinder Sharma and MoS Ajay Nanda.Bali Bhagat enumerated various achievements of State Government and said that BJP-PDP has initiated new era of development in last 3 years embarking on works of Medical College, Nursing Hospital 100 Bed upgradation of Shalamar Hospital, while attacking the opposition for its negative role, just to remain in limelight. He said that PM Modi has stressed for strengthening of Panchayati Raj system at grass root level for promptly addressing the issues of villagers.Ajay Nanda threw light on the strong and well knit organizational fabric of the party concentrated towards the service of society and emphasized that the people in the recent times are taking more interest in the politics of Nation and attributed the credit to the dynamic leadership of PM Modi. He said that common mass feels connected to the present dispensation owing to the bold and public friendly decisions taken by Modi government.Assem Gupta, while addressing the activists of 27-polling booths at Sammelan, focussed on the strengthening of booth by reaching out to the public and help to solving their personal and societal issues. He stressed on the formation of active teams on every single booth and prompted them to work on the all 6 party programmes, Mann ki Baat etc.. He also discussed the importance of booth level structure of organization for ensuring win in Panchayat elections.Rajinder Sharma prompted the activists from 48 booths to share their various developmental issues and asked them to approach the public with positive and constructive approach in an organized manner while giving slogan of “Har Ghar Jana Hai, Har Insaan ko Apnana Hai”. He prompted activists to be eye and ear of party for public welfare. He also termed the Booth Presidents as the Party Generals giving importance to their work for the win of party.State Executive Member Sheel Magotra, District President Omi Khajura, Sukhdev, Suraj Padha, Adv. Puran Dev Singh, Pawan Salathia, Mukesh Ved Prakash, Ajay Seth, Kuldeep Singh, Karuna Nidhi, Pooran Chand, Sat Pal Sharma, Neelam Sharma, Rajnish Sharma were among the other prominent leaders present.
Culture plays an important in the development of any nation : Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh
Dr. Nirmal Singh launched 'Basholi Anthem on Vivekananda JayantiBASHOLI,January 13th :- Culture plays an important role in the development of any nation. It represents a set of shared attitudes, values, goals and practices. Culture and creativity manifest themselves in almost all economic, social and other activities. A country as diverse as India is symbolized by the plurality of its culture.DyCM, Dr. Nirmal Singh said this during ‘Swami Vivekananda Jayanti Celebrations’ being organized by Vishwasthali — a Basholi-based NGO working to revive the dying Basohli art, where he was the Chief Guest along with Minister for PHE, Irrigation & Flood Control Sham Lal Choudhary and Minister of State for Education, Tourism and Culture Priya Sethi who marked their presence as Guest of Honor in the celebrations.As many as 200 students from different schools of Pathankot, Jammu, Kathua, Samba and Udhampur participated in different events organized to mark Vivekananda Jayanti celebrations.At the outset Dr. Singh launched ‘Basohli Anthem’, a sort of tele film to promote art, culture and heritage of Basohli besides attracting tourists. He also said that it is a first of its kind initiative in Jammu region commenced in collaboration with Tourism department to promote world famous Basohli Paintings, Basholi pashmina shawl and tourist avenues viz. Atal Setu and Ranjit Sagar Dam.He also lauded the efforts of Vishwasthali to revive the indigenous art of Basholi and popularise it in the international market.Kashmir and Basholi (in Jammu province) are the only places in the country where pashmina shawls are manufactured on looms, DyCM added and further disclosed that concerted efforts are underway to conserve and revive the world famous Basohli paintings besides reviving pristine glory of historical Basohli town.To increase the tourist foot fall in the region, DyCM announced that DPR for converting Lakhanpur-Dunnera road to N.H. has been prepared and will soon be submitted with the concerned department for early approval.Invoking the teachings of Swami Vivekananda, Dr. Singh said Vivekananda’s teachings have left tremendous impacts towards the enrichment of Indian socio-cultural traditions besides bringing spiritual reawakening among the Indians in the 19th century and is popularly known as the “Intellectual Monk of India” among the youth.
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh for synergised efforts to promote LPG penetration availability, better services
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh today launched Diya Gas Bottling Plant Ltd operations which will provide hassle free and timely LPG access to domestic and commercial users in the state.Minister of State for Tourism and Education, Priya Sethi, MLC Charanjeet Singh Khalsa, CFO Diya Gas, JK Handa, CEO Diya Gas, Sandeep Sheron besides other dignitaries were also present on the occasion.While speaking on the occasion, Deputy Chief Minister congratulated the entrepreneur for the venture and expressed hope that it shall provide better services to the consumers in a hassle free manner.Dr Singh said that it is the Mission of Prime Minister that each and every household in the country has LPG connection and hassle free availability of cooking gas that would lead towards smoke free society, less pollution, convenience and healthy life. He said that central and state governments are working in tandem to ensure better implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) scheme to achieve the envisioned goal of safeguarding the health of women & children by providing them with a clean cooking fuel – LPG, so that they don’t have to compromise their health in smoky kitchens or wander in unsafe areas collecting firewood.Dr Singh expressed hope that more such projects shall come up in the state creating employment avenues for the youth besides ensuring better LPG penetration. He expressed hope that Diya Gas Bottling Plant Ltd shall ensure good hassel free services to the consumers.Priya Sethi, while speaking on the occasion, complimented the team of Diya Gas and said that this initiative shall provide better services to the consumers besides generating employment avenues for our youth. She hailed the concept of on call LPG delivery system being offered by the agency that shall make the service mechanism more prompt and easy.CEO, Sandeep Sheron, CFO, JK Handa and Janveer Singh Channel partner also spoke on the occasion and informed about the services in offing by the organisation.
State BJP Spokesperson Prof. Virender Gupta expressed his anguish on the report of J&K State Vigilance Commission (SVC) tabled by Minister for R&B
State BJP Spokesperson Prof. Virender Gupta expressed his anguish on the report of J&K State Vigilance Commission (SVC) tabled by Minister for R&B, Naeem Akhtar in the State Legislative Council revealing that 8935 enquires are pending with the vigilance officers of different government departments for the last over nine years. He said that report is an aspersion on the working of the Vigilance Officers and the functioning of state government headed by Omar Abdullah. He said that vigilance department is an important component of the state machinery that ensures transparent, corruption free and responsible state administration. He added that it becomes imperative on the part of the government to guarantee efficient working of the State Vigilance Organization. He pointed that therefore, it is the need of the hour for the government to take note of the report of State Vigilance Commission and tighten the vigilance officers of various departments to make it mandatory to submit the reports of the enquires those are referred to them, in specified time. “On non submission of the report about enquires referred to them in the scheduled time a mechanism is required to be developed to punish the guilty vigilance officers and it should be presumed that such officers are defending those against whom the enquiries are asked for,” the Spokesperson Said.The spokesperson said that proper functioning of the Vigilance organization and punishing those involved in corruption cases or of dereliction of their duties, within a specified time period, is essential to make the administration and public servants responsible to the citizens of the state and it proves a deterrent for the guilty ones.Prof. Virender asked the State Vigilance Commission for the early completion of the cases pending against the ex-ministers and bureaucrats who engaged in corrupt practices when they were at the helm of affairs during the previous governments. He added that the action against them going to put the present Ministers, MLAs and bureaucrats on their toes and generate a fear psychosis in them, in case they involve themselves in foul means.Prof. Virender demanded that State Vigilance Commission needs to be empowered to initiate suo-moto action against the Minister, bureaucrats indulging in corrupt practice., Naeem Akhtar in the State Legislative Council revealing that 8935 enquires are pending with the vigilance officers of different government departments for the last over nine years. He said that report is an aspersion on the working of the Vigilance Officers and the functioning of state government headed by Omar Abdullah. He said that vigilance department is an important component of the state machinery that ensures transparent, corruption free and responsible state administration. He added that it becomes imperative on the part of the government to guarantee efficient working of the State Vigilance Organization. He pointed that therefore, it is the need of the hour for the government to take note of the report of State Vigilance Commission and tighten the vigilance officers of various departments to make it mandatory to submit the reports of the enquires those are referred to them, in specified time. “On non submission of the report about enquires referred to them in the scheduled time a mechanism is required to be developed to punish the guilty vigilance officers and it should be presumed that such officers are defending those against whom the enquiries are asked for,” the Spokesperson Said.The spokesperson said that proper functioning of the Vigilance organization and punishing those involved in corruption cases or of dereliction of their duties, within a specified time period, is essential to make the administration and public servants responsible to the citizens of the state and it proves a deterrent for the guilty ones.Prof. Virender asked the State Vigilance Commission for the early completion of the cases pending against the ex-ministers and bureaucrats who engaged in corrupt practices when they were at the helm of affairs during the previous governments. He added that the action against them going to put the present Ministers, MLAs and bureaucrats on their toes and generate a fear psychosis in them, in case they involve themselves in foul means.Prof. Virender demanded that State Vigilance Commission needs to be empowered to initiate suo-moto action against the Minister, bureaucrats indulging in corrupt practice.
BJP holds “Booth Sammelan” at Rehari
Giving boost to the booth level structure ahead of approaching Panchayat Elections and Urban Local Bodies in the state, State BJP led by Lok Sabha MP Jugal Kishore Sharma, accompanied by BJP State General Secretary Pawan Khajuria, State Vice-President Rajni Sethi, MLC Ramesh Arora and other senior leaders addressed and interacted with the massive gathering of BJP leaders and activists working in Janipur Mandal falling under Jammu West District and Constituency in a “Booth Sammelan” held at the Mandal level at Baby Caterers, Rehari.Jugal Kishore Sharma, while interacting with the activists prompted them to work with more energy and never ending enthusiasm for the party as BJP is the only party which works for the welfare of the all neglected sections of the society while keeping the aim of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikaas” in mind. He said that BJP is the only true Nationalistic force in the Nation which is trusted by al the sections across the regions.He asked the party activists to engage themselves in the community programmes to have first hand insight into the needs of the society. He also gave the mantra of “Booth Jeeto, Chunaav Jeeto” while prompting them to work actively for the welfare of masses. He also deliberated on the various public welfare schemes for the common masses and the achievements of Central and State Government.Pawan Khajuria threw light on the approaching Panchayat Elections in the state. He said that extra hours of public working is required by the BJP leaders at this time as the state is about to witness a series of elections starting by Panchayat, then Urban Local Body followed by Lok Sabha elections. He stressed that BJP holds the distinction of working selflessly for the welfare of masses with the principle of "Nation first, Party Second, Self Last".Ramesh Arora focussed on the organizational matters and shared important tips of constructive working within the community.District President Ayodhya Gupta prompted all the activists to take the public welfare schemes initiated by PM Modi led Central Government to common masses.Mandal President Vijay Sharma presented report of important developmental and organizational works done in Janipur Mandal.BJP District Prabhari Jammu West Jugal Gupta, State Secretary Rajinder Sharma, Vice-Chairperson Balbir Ram Rattan, State Press Secretary Dr. Pardeep Mahotra, Parduman Singh, Chander Mohan Sharma, Mohan Singh Rana, Rajesh Gupta, Puneet Mahajan, Prem Gupta, Veenu Khanna, Sanjeev Sharma, Kulbhushan Vohra, Kunti Jasrotia, Veena Gupta, Balbir Singh and others were among the prominent leaders present on the occasion.
Road connectivity prime focus of Govt : Sh. Vibodh Gupta
Senior Bhartiya Janta Party leader and Member Legislative Council, Vibodh Gupta today inaugurated a link road from Dhangri Higher Secondary School to Ram Mandir constructed out of his CD fund.A programme in the village was organised wherein Member Legislative Council, Vibodh Gupta inaugurated the road after completion of its earth work of laying of concrete.Road has been constructed out of his CD Fund and further work on the road is in pipeline.While inauguration of road, a large number of people of the area were present who widely hailed the concern shown by Member Legislative Council towards the road connectivity.In his address, MLC Vibodh Gupta said that Government of India as well as state government is paying a lot of concern towards road connectivity which is regarded as the base of development of any area.Gupta further said that this road was a major demand of the people of the area.Gupta also talked about different schemes run by Government of India for public welfare and asked people to take benefits from these schemes.Other who accompanied MLC included Ex-Sarpanch Khem Raj, Rakesh Raina, Suresh Sharma, Pritam Lal, Subash Sharma and others.Attachments area
BJP advises Education Minister to smell the coffee rather than locking horns with COAS
Reacting sharply to the comments of Mushtaq Bukhari, Minister of Education, wherein he blamed the Army for ‘meddling’ in the affairs of the state, Bharatiya Janata Party has advised the minister to be pragmatic and accept the reality rather than locking horns with the Chief of Army Staff who in a statement has warned about the misuse of social media, government schools, mosques and madrasas in spreading “disinformation campaign resulting in radicalisation”. In a statement issued here today, Brig Anil Gupta, State Spokesperson of the Party has stated that the statement of the Army chief should be viewed positively rather than turning it into a political issue since his statement is based on his vast experience of service in the Valley as well as through his interactions with students at various levels. “Even, the Chief Minister of the state has voiced her concern over radicalisation and indoctrination of youths in her recent speech on the floor of the house while replying to the motion of thanks on the Governor’s address. She had also referred to ‘glorification of gun’ on the social media as a matter of concern,” stated Brig Gupta. The Army is an important stake holder in the restoration of peace and normalcy in the state. The Chief is well within his rights and democratic mandate to voice concern against issues which affect national integration and act contradictory to the achievement of the desired goal of long lasting peace and normalcy. There is no denying the fact that the youth in the far flung areas is being radicalised and taught that the J&K State and India are two distinct identities rather than being one. It is a matter of worry not only for the State but the entire nation more so for those who are the custodian of nation’s integrity read the statement. Mr Bukhari should know the Army’s contribution to education sector in the state. The Army runs many Army Goodwill Public Schools in J&K which are considered as model schools and provide unhindered quality education to our children stated Brig Gupta. It was the Army which took the initiative of restoring schooling in the Valley through its “School Chalo” programme when the schools were being burnt one after the other and the education system had virtually collapsed in the Valley as an aftermath of killing of Burhan Wani reminded Brig Gupta. Using a local slogan ‘Chyem ne zaroorat Daulat-o-Rubab, Faqat Gochum School te Kitab (I don’t need money and fame, I need books and school)’, the Army officers and men motivated the parents to start sending their wards to the schools recalled the statement. Terming the trend of radicalisation among the youth as an “aberration” is a gross miscalculation on the part of the Education Minister and his refusal to accept the presence of elephant in the room is certainly to misfire and prove disastrous for the state warned Brig Gupta. It is in the best interest of all to take the statement of Gen Rawat in a constructive and positive manner and institute remedial measures wherever needed rather than dismissing it as interference in the domain of Education Minister advised the statement.
MLA and BJP State President Sat Sharma inaugurates Nallah work at Ward 24
Keeping pace with the ongoing developmental works and ensuring the quality infrastructure in the constituency, BJP J&K State President & MLA Sat Sharma inaugurated construction work of Nallah at Ward number 24 falling under Jammu West Constituency. MLA was also accompanied by a large number of people including officials of Urban Environmental Engineering Department (UEED), local residents and political activists of the area.Speaking on the occasion, Sat Sharma said that it was an long pending genuine demand of the residents of the area for which they approached him and as elected representative he felt need to issue immediate instructions to the department to take up the matter on priority basis. While giving details of the present work he said that the works will be done under the supervision of UEED at an estimated cost of rupees 60 lakhs for the construction of 60 feet Nallah at Ward no. 24 near Jammu & Kashmir Board of School Education, Rehari. He said that the areas through which this Nallah, causes difficulty to the local residents particularly in the rainy season and lots of problems occurred due to its non channelization. He said after construction of the same, no problem will occur in the future and the residents of of this area and other adjoining wards will benefit a lot through this as proper structure will be given to the deep drain.Sharma also stressed upon the locals to watch the quality of the pursued work and said that only BJP has ensured the proper development of the area. With the Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the helm of affairs, he said that BJP has taken the Nation on the path of progression while starting to put a full stop on all type of malpractices existent in the country. He also referred to a number of Centrally sponsored schemes and prompted the locals to take the benefit of the same.BJP District President Ayodhya Gupta, Praduman Singh, Sanjeev Sharma and several other prominent persons were also present on the occasion
BJP celebrates Lohri with full religious fervour
J&K State BJP led by its State President & MLA Sat Sharma along with State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul, State Vice-Presidents Parmod Kapahi, Karan Singh, Bharat Bhushan Bodi, State General Secretary Harinder Gupta, other senior leaders and party activists celebrated Lohri with full religious fervour and enthusiasm while the traditional fire was lit and various nuts and sweets were offered. The enthusiastic workers danced spontaneously into Bhangra on the tunes of drum beats and congratulated each other on the occasion at party headquarter, Trikuta Nagar.Speaking on the occasion, Sat Sharma said that festivals are harbinger of peace and prosperity and people should celebrate with mutual amity and togetherness. He also acquainted the activists on the importance and history of the day and its special significance in the Northern India while speaking that all the festivals in our Nation are linked with the common issues, harvest season, change of seasons and other joyful occasions bringing all the persons in a region together thus cementing the bond of brotherhood for the greater good of society. He also wished all the residents of Nation the best of health and joyful time ahead.Ashok Kaul while wishing all the activists on the joyous occasion, called for promoting peace and mutual brotherhood between various communities for ensuring development of the common masses and said that humanity is above all the things in this material world.BJP District Jammu under the leadership of its District President Baldev Singh Billawaria celebrated Lohri festival amongst the Leprosy patients and distributed eatables amongst them.BJP District Jammu West under the leadership of its District President Ayodhya Gupta along with Puneet Mahajan, Deepak Kumar and others while dancing on the tunes of traditional Dhol and distributing sweets.BJP MLCs Girdhari Lal Raina, Sofi Usuf, Surinder Ambardar, State Secretaries Sanjay Baru, Rajinder Sharma, Varinderjit Singh, Arvind Gupta, Jaidev Rajwal, Praduman Singh, N. D. Rajwal, Chander Mohan Sharma, Rajeev Charak, Dr. Pardeep Mahotra, Tilak Gupta, Karan Sharma, J. D. Singh, Harbans Singh, Malvinder singh(Shanty), Dharminder Kumar and others were among the prominent persons present on the occasion.
Every Citizen and Leader Must Respect and Help the Martyr’s Families: MLC Vibodh Gupta
BJP senior leader and MLC Vibodh Gupta today visited village Hasyote and offered condolences to the bereaved family of Mohd Tuffail who attained martyrdom during a gunbattle with terrorists in Lithpora Pulwama on 31st December. On this occasion, he assured all possible help to the family and children of the soldier. He interacted with the family members and the people who were present there and told family members that his supreme sacrifice will be remembered forever and at this time the whole nation stands with them. He offered deep condolence to the family members. Latter addressing a group of locals who gathered there Vibodh said that Nation will always remain indebted to this brave soldier for his supreme sacrifice and devotion to duty. He called upon everyone that we must always remember the great sacrifices which our soldiers make during every day of their duty. He further added that it is the duty of every one of us, be it a civil society citizen or a leader that we must always respect the families of our martyred soldiers. Such soldiers give their lives for our safety and security and therefore it is our duty to help the families of these soldiers in whatever way we can.BJP state secretary Rajinder Gupta also addressed the locals present there and assured his party’s full support to the family of Mohd. Tufail. It is pertinent to mention here that Mohd Tuffail attained martyrdom during the terrorist attack on the camp of CRPF in Lethpora Pulwama. He was survived by his wife two daughters and two Sons. His daughter was a topper in 12th class and awarded twice. Later family members of this martyr thanked MLC Vibodh for his visit and for listening to the vows of this grief ridden family. They said that MLC Vibodh is the only leader who has visited them and this they said will go a long way in mitigating their sufferings. Prominent among others who were present on the occasion included Lamberdar Alam Din ,Chowdhary Farooq, Irfan Mirza, Rakesh Raina, Sardar Mohinder Singh, Mirza Jang Bhadur, Shafayat Mirza and Junaid Mirza.
Anantnag BJP Minority Morcha leaders meet Sh. Balbir Ram Rattan
To have direct interaction with the Vice Chairperson of Jammu and Kashmir Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Backward Classes Development Corporation, Vice Chairperson, the Office Bearers of Anantnag District BJP Minority Morcha called on Balbir Ram Rattan at Jammu and discussed various schemes of the Corporation meant for the welfare of Minorities in the state. They also discussed the modalities to be completed for obtaining financial assistance in the form of loan for the unemployed people of their community.Sh. Balbir Ram Rattan, while sharing schemes of the Corporation with them, told that Jammu and Kashmir SCs, STs & BCs Development Corporation caters to Minorities notified at the National Level- the Muslims, Sikhs, Christians, Jains, Buddhists,Parsis, as well as members of other reserved categories. All these categories are allotted funds from the Apex Corporations under union government with a share from the state government.“Any unemployed State Subject, who has attained 18 years of age, belonging to Minority Category or any other, is eligible for availing loan from the Corporation provided he or she fulfils the prescribed requirements”, Balbir told them adding that the applicant has not to travel to capital cities of Srinagar or Jammu as the Corporation runs it office in every district of the state for the convenience of the weaker sections. He also told them that the meritorious students from weaker sections can also avail Education Loan for studying within the country or abroad.Balbir also stressed upon them to motivate the unemployed members of their community to not sit idle at home and wait for government jobs but take a decision of standing on their own by availing loan and setting up of livelihood earning units.Those who met the VC were Anantnag BJP Minority Morcha District President Mushtaq Ahmed Bhat, District General Secretary Afroze Ahmed Bhat and Anantnag Constituency Incharge Mohammed Tahir Dar.
पूर्व सरकार के कार्यकाल में हर तरफ रहा भ्रष्टाचार का बोलबाला: भाजपा जम्मू जिला अध्यक्ष बलदेव सिंह बलोरिया
गंग्याल वैलफेयर एसोसिएशन द्वारा क्षेत्र मे लोहड़ी मिलन कार्यक्रम का आयोजन किया गया जिसमें भाजपा जम्मू जिला अध्यक्ष बलदेव सिंह बलोरिया मुख्यातिथि थे। समारोह में बलोरिया ने लोगों को लोहड़ी की मुबारक देते हुए लोहड़ी के इतिहास पर प्रकाश डाला। उन्होंने कहा कि भाजपा-पी.डी.पी. गठबंधन सरकार ने अपने तीन वर्ष के कार्यकाल में भ्रष्टाचार मुक्त शासन दिया और भाजपा के एक भी मंत्री या विधायक पर भ्रष्टाचार को लेकर कोई ऊंगली नहीं उठी पर पूर्व सरकार के कार्यकाल में हर तरफ भ्रष्टाचार का बोल बाला था। उन्होंने कहा कि भाजपा गठबंधन सरकार ने हर खित्ते को उसको अधिकार देते हुए राज्य में कई योजनाओं का शुभारंभ किया और आने वाले समय में भी सरकार की इन योजनाओं को लाभ लोगों को निरंतर मिलता रहेगा। उन्होंगे कहा कि विकास कार्य हो रहे है और आने वाले दिनों में विकास जारी रहेगा लोगों की हर उम्मीद पर भाजपा के नेता व विधायक खरे उतरेंगे। उन्होंने कहा कि आने वाले समय में निकाय चुनाव और पंचायत चुनाव होने वाले है इससे लोगों की परेशानियां और कम होंगी। लोगों को पंचायत व निकाय चुनावों में भी भाजपा को दिल से अपना सहयोग देना होगा। उन्होंने कहा कि राज्य में सरकार व केंद्र सरकार ने देश की बेटियों के दर्द को महसूस करते हुए उनके लिए कई योजनाओं को लाया है जिनमें लाडली बेटी, आसरा, बेटी पढ़ाओं बेटी बचाओ इन सब योजनाओं को लाने का मकसद महिला शक्ति को समाज में मजबूत बनाना है ताकि आने वाले समय में देश की राजनीति में बल्कि हर क्षेत्र में महिलाएं पुरुषों के समान अधिकार प्राप्त कर सकें। बाद लोहड़ी जलाकर लोगों ने उसमें अर्द दिया और देश और राज्य के साथ परिवार के लिए सुख शांति की कामना की। समारोह में मंडल अध्यक्ष हरबंस चौधरी, ज्योति शर्मा, रंजीत सिंह, बी.एस. बागी, अमरनाथ, शेर सिंह, ओमनाथ, संदीप चिब, सुरेश जम्वाल, डा. गोविंद व रंजीत सिंह भी मौजूद थे।
BJP holds booth Sammelan at Arnas, Scores join BJP
To cement the victory of BJP supported candidates in the approaching Panchayat and then local body Elections in the State, BJP led by State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul held booth Sammelan in its ongoing campaign to strengthen booth level structure of the organization at Arnas falling in Gool-Arnas constituency of district Reasi.Ashok Kaul, while addressing the party leaders and activists from Mandal and all booths, said that the BJP is working with the sole aim of providing best infrastructure in public sector and uplifting the status of the most neglected person in the most unreachable sections of the society which forms the core base of the ideology held in high esteem by the party cadre as “Antodaya” and “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas”. He prompted all the party leaders to strengthen the booth level structure of the organization by forming the booth committees so that the party activists could work with more vigour and encouragement to mitigate the sufferings of the masses in their respective areas to ensure the win of party supported candidates in the forthcoming elections.Kaul focussing on the achievements of BJP led government prompted the party workers to take all the beneficial schemes to the common masses and asked them to work whole heartedly and extra hours with utmost personal integrity for the betterment of every single citizen of the country.Posing faith in the clean and good governance of the organization dozens of people led by social and political leaders also joined the BJP and said that only BJP can today provide a stable and realistic government with only Nationalism in mind. They were welcomed by the senior leaders of the party who said that today people are eager to join the organization due to the plethora of public friendly schemes and approach by the Modi government.BJP State Working Committee member Raman Sharma, State Incharge Vistarak Programme Pawan Sharma, Mandal President Sukhdev Singh, General Secretary Joginder Singh and others were among the prominent leaders present in Sammelan.
BJP giving due recognition to Sikh community contributions: S. Varinderjit Singh
Members from Sikh Community led by BJP Senior leader and State Incharge All Cells S. Varinderjit Singh held a press conference in which he threw light upon important issues and decisions concerning to Sikh Community.While talking to Media persons, Varinderjit Singh threw light on the major issues concerning to the Sikh community and said that previous successive governments have only exploited minority community although history has been flooded with incidences of exemplary valour and pride during the sacrifices made by community in the times of distraught, foreign invasions and other events in war and peace.Varinderjit Singh said that the Sikh community has been viewed as peculiarly optimistic and respected community in whole world, who always take the lead in social causes with love for those in distress on the principles of Saint Soldier Guru Gobind Singh ji and setting an example of how a person must incorporate the feeling of donating instead of seeking from the world. The contributions from the community being given due recognition by BJP, he added.Varinderjit Singh further said that the Sikh community is today feeling thankful to the leadership of Central Government being headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the approval of including the history of Char Sahibzaada of Shri Gobind Singh Ji in NCERT School Books from next session. He also thanked J&K BJP especially State President Sat Sharma and State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul for providing 51 lakh rupees to Jammu University to establish Shri Guru Gobind Singh ji Chair. He also thanked Speaker J&K Legislative Assembly & MLA Gandhi Nagar Kavinder Gupta and MLC Charanjit Singh Khalsa who gave 25 Lakh rupees towards Guru Nanak Mission hospital.Varinderjit Singh also apprised the media persons that he has written a letter to PM Modi in which he has elaborated about S. Vagal Singh, S. Jassa Singh Alhuwalia, S. Jassa Singh Ramgaria who uprooted the Mughals from India and unfurled the Kesri flag on Red Fort on 11 March 1783 and said that their statues should be established at the public place so that justice could be done to their contributions for the Nation.Kulwant Singh Bhatti, Gurdyal Singh Bali, Malvinder Singh, Gurdeep Singh Bali, Harpal Singh Bali, Inderjeet Kour and others were among the prominent persons present in the Press Conference.
BJYM celebrates National Youth Day
Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) led by its State President Dr. Suresh Ajay Magotra in presence of BJP State Vice-President Yudhvir Sethi and BJP State Secretary & State Prabhari BJYM Sanjay Baru celebrated the birthday of Swami Vivekananda on 12th of January as the National Youth Day (Yuva Diwas) with full enthusiasm by garlanding and showering flowering petals on his statue while remembering his preaching at Swami Vivekeananda Chowk, Jammu.Yudhvir Sethi while terming the Swami Vivekananda as maker of modern India said that in order to inspire youths of country towards philosophy of Swami Vivekananda, his birthday is commemorated as National Youth Day. Swami Vivekananda was a great person who always believed in youth power to nourish culture of country and carry advancement required by country to be developed. He said that PM Modi has termed Swami ji as his ideal for numerous schemes he has launched for welfare of youth like Skill India and emphasized that youth of Nation should be empowered so that in place of looking jobs they must provide job to others as successful entrepreneurs.Sanjay Baru while addressing said that the PM Modi is working on the vision of Swami Vivekananda to make India as Vishav Guru. He prompted all the youths to pledge for working sincerely towards the betterment of the society and the Nation. Youths are the most important part of the country who leads the country ahead, that’s why youths are selected to be inspired first by the ideas and ideals of the Swami Vivekananda to shape their future in positive way, he added.Dr. Suresh Ajay Magotra said that every year BJYM activists celebrate the National youth Day with great enthusiasm as it is the great way to wake up the eternal energy of the youths as well as their big efforts to make the country developed. Philosophies, teachings and ideas of the Swami Vivekananda are the great cultural and traditional assets of India and the youth need to follow their footsteps into the everyday life for the greater goal of life, he said.BJYM State General Secretary Tarun Sharma carried the stage proceedings whereas vote of thanks was presented by Jammu District President BJYM Hari Om Sharma.BJP leaders Bharat Bhushan Sharma, Govind Sareen and Dr. Pardeep Mahotra, BJYM State Vice-President Karan Sharma, BJYM State General Secretary Vikas Choudhary, Jeet Angral, Er. Lalit Raina, Sunny Sangotra, Sanjay Sharma, Hari Om Sharma, Ashish Sharma, Manish Gupta, Atul Bakshi, Shodhya Sharma, Vikas Sharma, Luvdeep Pathania, Karanveer Chopra, Raghav Gupta, Amrish Sharma, Jatinder salathia, Gaurav Balgotra, Varun Sharma, Nikhil Sharma, Prajwal Jasrotia, Mahadev Singh, Sanchit, Prajwal Mahajan and others were among the prominent persons present on the occasion.
MP Jugal Kishore Sharma Chaired BSNL TAC meeting
Sh. Jugal Kishore Sharma Member of Parliament BJP Lok Sabha Jammu-Poonch & Chairman BSNL Telephone Advisory Committee,Jammu along with Shamsher Singh Manhas Member of Parliament Rajya Sabha Chaired Telephone Advisory Committee meeting at BSNL office Bahu Plaza Jammu.Jugal Kishore Sharma Member of Parliament discussed the issues regarding the poor service of BSNL and directed the staff to work hard to improve the service among the people.He said that mos of the people now a days are switching to the private companies which is the matter of great cause and put a serious note over it. The service should be better and satisfactory and should content the customer is the main motto.He also put a check to the progress report of the officers and said that soon a meeting will also scheduled which will involve all the concerned staff and departments whomsoever required to cope up with all the issues regarding poor signal and call drop as per complaints of the people.Member of Parliament urged to the staff to interact with the public efficiently for expansion of the BSNL connections and to improve the facilities by their feedback.Moreover he added that the BSNL is the largest service provider all over the India and it is the duty to take care about the mobile tower signals provided to the border area people.He also discussed the upcomming projects proposals and installation of new mobile towers in Jammu.Shamsher Singh Manhas Member of Parliament Rajya Sabha Co-Chairman TAC BSNL said that BSNL is the first Mobile as well landline service provider and people have dear faith on them.The staff members should work hard to cope up wit the issues raised by the public and should maintain best deals to team.P Vinodchandaran GMTD BSNL Jammu thanked Member of Parliament for providing his valueable support to the BSNL team and assured that he will put his best deads to improve the BSNL service in future.O.P Jhangid DGM panning,Kulbhushan Sharma DGM City,Randhir Singh DGM technical with their wing staff and Vinay Saraf TAC member also present at the occasion.
Corporation provides rupees 1 lakh as loan for small unit
The Jammu and Kashmir Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, & Backward Classes Development Corporation Limited, is making sincere efforts to reach the families of the reserved categories with a motive of providing financial assistance to the unemployed males and females from amongst them for establishing income generating units as per their capability and expertise.This was stated by the Corporation Vice-Chairperson, Balbir Ram Rattan, while handing over Payment Authority Letter(PAL) of loan amounting to rupees one lakh to a Scheduled Caste unemployed youth, Jeet Lal of Sanjay Nagar,Jammu, along with Managing Director Ravinder Kumar Pandita, Divisional Manager Gulam Qadir Khatana and Jammu District Manager Joginder Paul Atri, at Head Office, Jammu.Balbir Ram Rattan said that J&K SCs, STs, BCs Development Corporation gets funds from the union government through different Apex Corporations with each of them working exclusively for a particular community like Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Backward Classes, Physically Disables, those from national level notified Minorities and Safai Karamcharis. The state government also contributes towards it. The procedure and related formalities are common for each category and the aspirants can apply through the District Office near to their place of residence in Jammu, Kashmir or Ladakh.Managing Director, Ravinder Kumar Pandita, on this occasion, stressed upon the loanee to make proper use of the money availed by him as financial assistance and said that monthly instalment should be repaid to the Corporatio regularly. He also asked Jeet Lal to motivate the unemployed people of his community to avail benefits of the welfare schemes of the Corporation and earn livelihood in a dignified way.
Govt has initiated massive reforms in power sector: Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh, while replying to a question raised by legislator Surinder Kumar Choudhary, informed the House that the Union Government has launched various schemes to strengthen the power infrastructure in the State. Dr Singh informed the House that the central Government has sanctioned Rs 1885.02 crore under various centrally sponsored schemes for carrying out power reforms and strengthening sub transmission and distribution network in Kashmir and Ladakh during the last three years. Similarly, an amount of Rs 2211.01 crore has also been sanctioned for up-gradation of power infrastructure in various rural and urban areas of Jammu province. Giving details, the Deputy Chief Minister informed that for Kashmir and Ladakh, Rs 242.20 crore was sanctioned under Integrated Power Development Scheme (IPDS), Rs 382.72 crore under Deen Dayal Upadhyay Gram Jyoti Yojana (DDUGJY), Rs 665.71 crore under PMDP-Urban and Rs 594.39 crore under PMDP-Rural. Similarly, Rs 202.27 crore was sanctioned under IPDS, Rs 233.86 crore under DDUGJY, Rs 557.58 crore under PMDP-Urban, Rs 340.32 crore under PMDP-Rural, Rs 775.71 crore under RAPDRP-B and Rs 101.27 crore under RGGVY-II for Jammu province. Dr Singh further informed that a total length of 33.91 km of multi-purpose cable has been laid in Srinagar under RAPDRP-B, 17.07 km in Anantnag, 1.85 km in Kulgam, 1141.88 km aerial bunched cables in Jammu province, 31.35 km in Kishtwar, 19.11 km in Doda and 17.87 km in Bhaderwah town to minimize Transmission and Distribution (T&D) losses. Legislators Firdous Ahmad Tak, Sofi Yousuf and Vibod Gupta also raised supplementary questions related to the main question.
DY CM Dr Nirmal Singh hails budget proposals, say will catapult the economy of the State
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh today hailed the budget proposals by terming them as growth oriented and people friendly , which has catered to every section of the society .In a message, the Deputy Chief Minister said that the welfare budget, which was presented in the State Legislature has the potential of catapulting the growth indices of the state by ensuring holistic and sustained economic growth. He said that it will ensure that the economy of the state gets the requisite boost and it comes up as one of the most vibrant economies of the country.Every section of the society like industrialists, horticulturists, employees, journalists have been given due attention by taking care of their needs and aspirations in the budget, he added.He said that these types of welfare budgets are normally presented by the governments during the electioneering year but the government has presented it well before that with the motive of implementing it in toto so that the people of the state get benefited from it.
PDP legislator Aijaz Mir has lost mental balance to talk in the language of militants and Separatists while under oath of constitution as legislator: Sh. Sunil Sethi
Jammu and Kashmir State Bharatiya Janata party has strongly condemned statement of PDP legislator Aijaz Mir who described militants as martyrs. Star Chief Spokesperson Sunil Sethi in a statement said that it seems that said legislator has lost mental balance to talk in the language of militants and Separatists while under oath of constitution as legislator.He further said that such utterances by PDP legislator are absolutely intolerable and nobody in political mainstream can be given liberty to cross line of nationalism He demanded immediate lodging of FIR against concerned and also his detention under public safety act as his emailing at large even after making such statement will surely affect security of stateSunil Sethi also called open PDP president to take note of reckless statement made by her party leader and to take appropriate disciplinary action against him. Aijaz Ahmed has also insulted the security forces and will of nation to fight militancy and if he has sympathy with militants then he should leave mainstream politicsChief Spokesperson of Bharatiya Janata Party further said that making such utterances for pity political Gains will only deteriorate the present peace scenario in the state which has been achieved with much efforts by security forces. He also called upon Speaker to take note of such anti national statements made by member of house.
BJP remembers 1953 martyrs
Elders must pass on proud legacy to youth: Sh. Sat SharmaIn order to remember the supreme sacrifice of martyrs of 1953 agitation, who sacrificed their lives for the greater good of J&K state and the Nation, J&K BJP led by BJP state President & MLA Jammu West Sat Sharma along with MoS Rashpaul Verma, State Secretary Adv. Vijay Sharma, MLA Hiranagar Kuldeep Raj held an impressive function where common public gathered enmass along with the socio-political class to mark 65th Shaheedi Diwas at the Samadhiya Ground, Heera Nagar in order to pay their respect to the great men.Sh. Sat Sharma, while paying homage to the great souls, recounted their heroic deeds and said that the people are remembered for their great deeds in this mortal world as nothing in this world is permanent and more important than the principles and love for one’s motherland. He narrated the incidents of 1953 while he swept with the feeling of patriotism along with the senior generation present in the gathering. He said that India has a history glorified with the acts of valour and pride and even small kids have sacrificed their beautiful lives while fighting and going down bravely for defending the very Earth we stand on. He stressed that the BJP has always stood for the right cause right from its inception as Jana Sangha or Praja Parishad and will keep fighting for establishing the Nation as the crown of the Universe. He appealed the other political parties to also come forward and take part in all such programmes which are organized in memory of the martyrs. Elders must pass on proud legacy to youth for the greater and brighter future of State and Nation, he added.Sh. Rashpaul Verma asked to follow the footsteps of patriotic people who faced bullets for carrying Indian tri-color during the historic agitation of 1953 under the banner of Praja Parishad and said that the slogan of Ek Vidhan, Ek Nishan Ek Pradhan witnessed massive unity among the people across the state, Jammu province in particular, which was the outcome of the anti-national policies pursued by the then National Conference leadership.Adv. Vijay Sharma while prompting the gathering to inculcate the habit of remembering great souls, said that it should not be mere a formality to assemble once in a year but regular programmes should be organized to make aware the masses about what exactly ignited the flames of agitation in 1953.Senior Leader Adv. Th. Ranjit Singh, Ex MLA Durga Dass, District General Secretary(Org.) Inderjeet, District president Kathua Prem Nath Dogra, District President Samba Jangbir Singh Kaka Ram, Indu Rekha, Mohan Lal Sharma, Bhanu Prakash Gupta, Tarsem Singh, Sudesh Sharma, Mukesh Padha, Deepak Jasrotia, Dr. Hansraj Badyal, Naresh Goswami, Som Raj, Rajinder Bakshi, Ravi Salgotra, Ashwani Kumar Sharma, Sat Pal Salgotra, Pawan, Sunil, Bobbi, Sohan Lal Sharma, Ramesh Singh and others were also present during the ceremony.
Deputation from Darhal visits BJP senior leaders, presents their issues to Sh. Avinash Rai Khanna and Sh. Sat Sharma
A deputation of Senior Party’s workers led by Dev Raj Sharma BJP State Working Committee Member and Incharge Darhal Constituency met BJP National Vice-President, Vice-Chairman Indian Red Cross Society & Prabhari J&K State along with BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma to present their issues in front of them.Deputation discussed the issue of reservation of Panchyat and Panch wards for schedule tribes in Rajouri and Poonch district where more than 75% of Panch wards and more than 70% Panchayat (Sarpanch) is reserved for schedule tribe people. Further the deputation discussed that most of the Panchayats are reserved for ST category where population of other categories are also equal in ratio than ST, which is discrimination with other communities. The deputation appealed the senior leaders to look into the matter and take necessary steps before the issuance of notification of Panchayati elections.The deputation also discussed about the reservation for the Pahari speaking people of J&K who were fighting for their rights from last 30 years in the state. The deputation said that Parhari speaking people of J&K are socially economically and educationally backward and following same life style as the other tribes of J&K are following. The deputation strongly demands ST status for Parhari speaking people.Sh. Avinash Rai Khanna gave patient hearing to the issues put forth by the deputation and said that the BJP leadership is committed to erase any type of discrimination being faced by any community at any level. He said that the PM Modi has always strived for the upliftment of the poor and the downtrodden that have been left out by the successive previous Congress led Governments and assured that every effort will be done to address the genuine aspirations of the people represented by the deputation, while laying the stress on “Sabka Sath, Sabka Vikas”.Sat Sharma also interacted with the deputation and appreciated their concern for the general masses. He said that BJP has led the state on the developmental path and the alliance government has many achievements in its kitty focussed on the growth of the last man living in the most difficult of the circumstances on the principle of “Antodya”. He assured them that the party has taken due cognizance of their concerns.Other prominent persons present on the occasion are Adv. Gurudev Singh Thakur State Secretary BJYM, Chain Singh Mandal President Peeri Maira, Abdul Rashid Ganai Sr. Vice-President Darhal Mandal, Mohd. Farooq Ganai General Secretary Darhal Mandal, Chain Singh General Secretary Kha Jamola Mandal, Sobey Singh General Secretary Kot Ranka, Ghulam Mustafa Malik President Minority Morcha Darhal Mandal, Munshi Khan Jatt Vice-President OBC Darhal Mandal and Amit Sharma BJYM.
BJP holds Booth sammelan at Sumb
In a push to further the agenda of party into the interior areas of the region, BJP led by its State Additional Treasurer Arvind Gupta along with District President Samba Jangbir Singh held an impressive programme in the ongoing schedule of Booth Sammelans at Mandal Sumb in Samba District.Arvind Gupta, while addressing the Sammelan threw light on the importance on the regular meeting between all the functionaries of the party and deliberated that the Booth Sammelans are being organized by the party with a vision to incorporate the feeling of togetherness between the senior leaders and the booth level activists of the party. He said that this whole exercise has a special significance in the present times when BJP under its National programme has committed to practice the high morality in the political life by every single activist and this is a major move to rescue the Nation out of deep slumber which was forced upon by the malpractices by the previous governments.He prompted the booth activists to devote more time for the strengthening various teams at booth level and celebrating all the party festivals among the general masses. He also laid emphasis on the “Mann Ki Baat” the popular AIR programme of PM Modi for directly talking to the people. While discussing the preparations for the Panchayat elections, he prompted the party leaders and activists for ensuring the win for every single Panchayat Candidate in the coming election in the state. Every single public welfare scheme started by the Centre Government must reach the targeted population, he asked the activists.Jangbir Singh also addressed the activists and said that every BJP activist is devoting his time and energy for the welfare of the society while not caring for his personal interests. He also threw light on the constructive work done by the Vistaraks for the extension of party activities in the area.State Executive Member Kashmir Singh, District General Secretary (Org.) Samba Naresh Sharma, Narsingh Dayal, Shiv Manyal, Tara Chand Mandal President Kumar Singh, Balwinder Singh, Tarsem Sharma, Bodh Raj, Sanjay Singh, Ramesh Singh, Buti Ram were among the prominent persons.
Booth level workers are bridge between organisation, govt: Sh. Yudhvir Sethi
BJP Vice President Yudhvir Sethi today said that booth level workers are not only foot soldiers of party but are vital link between organisation and government who leave no stone unturned to percolate party's programmes and policies amongst masses. These are the party workers who also stand as shield between people and negative propaganda launched by opposition.Yudhvir Sethi was speaking at a booth level workers meet at Mathwar in Nagrota assembly Constituency today. Asking party workers to stay prepared for Panchayat polls, he said that this exercise will also prepare them for 2019 general elections. Like past, party workers especially those at booth level will have to put in double the efforts to register BJP's victory with thumping majority.Cautioning people from divisive forces who he alleged are out there to divide country on communal or regional lines, Yudhvir Sethi said recent victories of BJP in Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh are testimony to the fact that country has made up its mind to not to hand over power into the hands of corrupt. BJP ruled states he added are delivering as per aspirations of people and this is for the first time that state like Jammu and Kashmir too is witnessing ever governance.Nand Kishore, state executive member BJP in his address asked booth level workers to prepare themselves for Panchayat polls and said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi intends to decentralise powers only to ensure that people at grass root levels are made to participate in development works of their respective areas. He said that Panchayat elections will be followed by local bodies’ polls which in turn will pave way for establishing smart cities in Jammu and Srinagar.Omi Khajurua, District President and Suresh Sharma co-incharge of the district who were also present on the occasion said that booh level workers have always stood by the party and its this force which disseminates party's ideologies amongst masses. They said that its their patriotic zeal and a commitment towards people that is keeping them go on the right path and strengthen party at all levels. The function was organized by booth level committee and Mandal Pardhan Neelkanth.Later, Yudhvir Sethi appreciated the role of booth level workers in every election and also asked them to gear up for coming panchyat elections with full throttle. It is because of this force that BJP is scaling new heights and winning over hearts of masses in entire country including Jammu and Kashmir State, he asserted. Also assured all possible help to them in strengthening organisation at all levels.
पंचायती चुनावों के मद्देनजर आज भारतीय जनता पार्टी के जिला कार्यालय उधमपुर में एक बैठक का आयोजन किया गया।
बैठक में उधमपुर विधानसभा क्षेत्र के गरनई , मलाड , टिकरी मांड , लांदर , जिब ,थाथी , लड्डन ,जगानू , पट्ठी , बट्टल , गंडाला आदि क्षेत्रों से आए हुए कई पंचों व सरपंचों ने भाग लिया । बैठक में प्रदेश महासचिव पवन खजुरिया , जिला प्रभारी अनिल परिहार ,सुभाष कुमार ,रतन लाल , चुनी लाल डोगरा , मोहन लाल ,वीर सिंह ,रमेश , अविनाश ,सुरेंद्र मगोत्रा, कुंज लाल आदि मुख्य रूप से शामिल हुए। इस अवसर पर पवन खजुरिया ने कहा कि फरवरी माह में होने वाले पंचायती चुनाव भी दूसरे चुनावों की तरह ही महत्वपूर्ण हैं। इन चुनावों में जीते हुए उम्मीदवार पर सबकी नजरें होंगी ,क्योंकि लोक सभा सदस्य व विधायक की भांति ही उनको भी विकास के लिए अलग से फंड्स जारी होंगे और वह शहर की तरह अपने अपने इलाकों में विकास करवा सकेंगे और इसके साथ ही ग्रामीणों की यह शिकायत भी दूर होगी कि ग्रामीण क्षेत्रों में विकास नहीं होता। उन्होंने आगे कहा कि प्रधानमंत्री नरेन्द्र मोदी के भविष्य का भारत बनाने के सपने को साकार करने के लिए योग्य व ईमानदार छवि बाले उम्मीदवार को ही आगे लाएं। इसके अलावा विभिन्न क्षेत्रों से आए हुए भावी उम्मीदवारों ने भी इस संदर्भ में अपने अपने सुझाव दिए। भाजपा जिला अध्यक्ष राकेश गुप्ता, विकास , सुरजीत सिंह , पूरनचंद , नरेश भगत ,ताज अली , रोहित सिंह ,भारती शर्मा , शौकत हुसैन ,संजय सिंह , नीलम नरगोत्रा , राज ठंडा ,गीता देवी ,दर्शन कुमार आदि भी इस अवसर पर बैठक में शामिल हुए।
MP Lok Sabha Jugal Kishore Sharma holds Darbar, interacts with Karyakartas, Public
Public Darbar acts as boon for persons in distress: Sh. Jugal Kishore SharmaMP Lok Sabha from Jammu-Poonch Parliamentary Constituency, Sh. Jugal Kishore Sharma conducted open public darbar to interact with party activists and general public to address their concerns at Party Headquarter, Trikuta Nagar. State General Secretary Pawan Khajuria also accompanied the MP during darbar.While addressing during Public Darbar, Jugal Kishore Sharma stressed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi led Central Government has initiated a new era of development in the Nation keeping and delivering on its promise of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas”. He also said that the State Government, where BJP is an alliance partner has also taken steps on war foot to address the mass issues that have been kept afloat by the previous successive inefficient governments of J&K, thus breaking the ice for the settlement of long pending issues in all the regions of the state. He said that the schemes of the Central Government are specifically targeted to every geographically difficult area of the state keeping in view the aspirations and the genuine requirements of the people and the regions, having mantra of “Antodya” in mind which targets the welfare of the last man standing in row. “Public Darbar” is acting as boon for the persons in distress by easing out the hassle in approaching civil secretariat.More than fifty deputations from all the areas across the regions visited Party office to discuss and present their issues to the MP. Deputations included the problems like Installation and repair of Handpumps, Tubewell, water scarcity, wells, upgradation of lanes, laying of roads, bridges, electricity and others. Deputation of Displaced persons presently in Samba also presented their woes. Deputation of NHM also approached the MP. MP sorted out many of their problems on the spot by telephonically interacting with the competent authority and forwarded the others to concerned departments with written instructions for their quick disposal.MP interacted with the public from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. People appreciated the sincere effort on behalf of BJP and MP Jugal Kishore for patiently attending to their problems. Whole programme was coordinated by State Secretary & State Incharge Election related Matters Rajinder Sharma. State Secretary Sanjay Baru, State Library Incharge Kulbhushan Mohtra, State Social Media Incharge Jaidev Rajwal and State Press Secretary Dr. Pardeep Mahotra were also present on the occasion.
Sh. Avinash Rai Khanna chairs holds review meeting ahead of J&K Panchayat elections
Public has hopes on BJP: Sh. Avinash Rai KhannaBJP National Vice-President, Vice-Chairman Indian Red Cross Society & Prabhari J&K State chaired a meeting with the top brass of J&K BJP which includes the names of BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma, State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul, State General Secretaries Dr. Narinder Singh, Harinder Gupta, MP Lok Sabha Jugal Kishore Sharma, Minister Bali Bhagat. The meeting saw the detailed discussions on the issues related to the forthcoming Panchayat and then Urban Local Bodies election to the organizational set up of the party in the state.Sh. Avinash Rai Khanna while chairing the meeting said that today BJP has become synonymous with the development of the Nation and particularly the youth has accepted and adopted its ideology through the core of heart. He said that for the very first time in the history of Nation, it has happened that the people are looking towards the democratically elected Government at the Centre with sky high hopes for taking the Nation to its pristine glory. He asserted that it is highly imperative that BJP remains at the helm of affairs at all levels for the equitable developments of all the sects and faiths across the regions.Khanna said that consistent good performance of BJP in every elections across the Nation is a testament to the good governance of BJP, while giving all credit to the team of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP National President Amit Shah.Khanna stressed that general public has very high hopes on the BJP and thus the responsibility of BJP leaders requires utmost of loyalty towards the public issues. He stressed that the appeal of BJP must touch heart of every single voter, be it in Panchayat, ULB or any other election eradicating those forces which have only looted the economic and other resources of Nation.Sh. Sat Sharma while speaking on the occasion, enumerated various programmes for the promotion and extension of party ideology among the general public in all three regions of J&K while putting particular emphasis on the role of Morchas in bringing together all the sects. He also threw light on the various important organizational and development taken up by party.Sh. Ashok Kaul deliberated on the organizational matters of the party during the meeting and claimed that the party has exhibited the satisfactory performance in the Kashmir region while scaling new heights in the Jammu and Ladakh regions. He assured the National Vice-President that every single party supported candidate will win in the forthcoming Panchayat elections.Sh. Jugal Kishore Sharma acquainted the National Vice-President with the various Centrally sponsored schemes for the welfare of J&K state. He also asked Avinash Rai Khanna to advocate the State for more developmental projects, which will create more job avenues for the youth of state and push them towards constructive role in the society.
क्रिमची मण्डल का बूथ सम्मेलन भारतीय जनता पार्टी के जिला कार्यालय उधमपुर में सम्पन्न हुआ।
भारतीय जनता पार्टी जिला उधमपुर में बूथ सम्मेलन आयोजित किए जा रहे हैं । कार्यक्रम में प्रदेश भाजपा महासचिव पवन खजुरिया , वरिष्ठ नेता सोमराज, क्रिमची मण्डल के प्रभारी डॉ ललित, अध्यक्ष वीर सिंह मुख्य रूप से शामिल हुए। इस मण्डल के बली , क्रिमची , सलमेडी , गण्डाला , तिरछी , नरोड आदि क्षेत्रों से आए हुए सैंकड़ों बूथ कार्यकर्ता व शक्ति केंद्रों के अध्यक्ष शामिल थे। जिला संगठन मंत्री पूर्ण चन्द ने क्रिमची मण्डल की बूथ समितियों की रिपोर्टिंग ली और शक्ति केंद्रों का जायजा लिया। इस अवसर पर जिला अध्यक्ष राकेश गुप्ता, सुरेंद्र मगोत्रा , रमणीक शर्मा , एडवोकेट अमित , अविनाश कुमार , सुभाष अत्तरी आदि वक्ताओं ने बोलते हुए कहा कि राष्ट्रीय अध्यक्ष माननीय अमित शाह जी के दिशा निर्देशों के मुताबिक भाजपा कार्यकर्ताओं द्वारा बूथ स्तर पर किए गए कार्यों के कारण ही आज भाजपा का दामन थामने वालों की संख्या दिन प्रतिदिन बढ़ रही है। और अब बूथ स्तर भी पर सम्मेलन किए जा रहे हैं। इन सम्मेलनों द्वारा भाजपा की नीतियों व केंद्र सरकार की कल्याणकारी योजनाओं को जन जन तक पहुंचाना आसान हो जाएगा और जनता इन योजनाओं का सीधे तौर पर लाभ ले सकेगी। जिला उधमपुर के प्रभारी अनिल परिहार ने कार्यक्रम में केंद्र सरकार की योजनाओं का व्याख्यान किया और कार्यकर्ताओं को आह्वान किया कि देश को एक नई ऊंचाई की तरफ ले जाने का जो प्रण प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी जी ने लिया है उनके इस कोशिश में आप भी अपना योगदान दें । प्रदेश महासचिव पवन खजुरिया ने कार्यकर्ताओं को सम्बोधित करते हुए कहा कि संगठन को मजबूत करने से ही चुनावों में कामयाबी हासिल होती है। उन्होंने जोर देते हुए कहा कि बूथ जीता तो चुनाव जीता और अगर बूथ कमजोर है तो चुनाव जीतना नामुमकिन है। बूथ स्तर पर काम करने से ही आज देश के 19 राज्यों में भाजपा की सरकारें हैं। उन्होंने कार्यकर्ताओं को आने वाले पंचायती चुनावों में योग्य व ईमानदार उम्मीदवारों को आगे लाने के लिए कहा ताकि ग्रामीण क्षेत्रों में भी समान रूप से विकास हो सके । इस अवसर पर सरपंच रतन ,भारती शर्मा , विकास कोंगड़ा, राजकुमार , सुभाष कुमार , बलबीर सिंह , सूरम चन्द , ताज अली, रघुवीर सिंह , अशोक कुमार , अनवर हुसैन , शौकत अली , द्वारका नाथ , रामदास , पवित्तर सिंह , मिलखी राम , दर्शन , रमेश , आदि भी उपस्थित रहे।
संस्कृत स्कॉलर राज्यमंत्री अजय नंदा जी से मिले इस अवसर पर उन्होंने मांग की संस्कृत को किया जाए पहली कक्षा से अनिवार्य ।
श्री कैलख ज्योतिष एवम वैदिक संस्थान ट्रस्ट के अध्यक्ष महंत श्री रोहित शास्त्री ने राज्यमंत्री अजय नंदा से मुलाकात कर प्रदेश में संस्कृत भाषा के प्रचार व प्रसार करने हेतु प्रदेश की शिक्षा प्रणाली में पहली कक्षा से संस्कृत भाषा को अनिवार्य करने की मांग की रोहित शास्त्री ने बताया की उन्होंने राज्यमंत्री अजय नंदा जी को मांग पत्र सोंप यह अपील की है कि आगामी विधानसभा एवं विधानपरिषद् सत्र के अन्दर इस मुद्दे पर चर्चा कर ये प्रस्ताव पारित किया जाये तथा प्रदेश में संस्कृत भाषा को पहली कक्षा से अनिवार्य किया जाए ।इस अवसर पर रोहित शास्त्री ने राज्यमंत्री अजय नंदा जी अपना प्रकाशित राघवेंद्र पंचांग भेंट किया,राज्यमंत्री अजय नंदा ने प्रधान संपादक डॉ चंद्रमौली रैना एवं सह संपादक महंत रोहित शास्त्री (ज्योतिषाचार्य ) को इस उत्तम कार्य को लेखन एवं प्रकाशन करने के लिए हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं दी। महंत रोहित शास्त्री राज्यमंत्री को बताया की बड़े अध्ययन वा विश्लेषण के बाद पंचांग को लिखा जाता है। इस अवसर पर एडवोकेट पवन खजुरिया विशेष रूप से उपस्थित थे।
BJP District Jammu West discusses future programmes
Ensuring the coordination among all BJP leaders, with a view to plan for successful future programmes along with the introspection of organizational activities and ongoing developmental projects in the District, BJP District Jammu West led by its President Ayodhya Gupta held its monthly meeting which was attended by all the district office bearers, Mandal Presidents and the Morcha Presidents at the residence of District Vice-President Surinder Choudhary.Ayodhya Gupta, while addressing the meeting sought the report of programmes commenced by the District, Mandal and Morcha leaders for the welfare of general masses. He also sought report of various organizational programmes undertaken by them during past one month. He said that every leader must ensure that all the developmental works undertaken by various public concern departments are completed within a set time frame and are completed with best quality.Gupta attributed the increased pace of development in the District to the selfless working of the present BJP State President and local MLA from the Jammu west Constituency Sat Sharma and stressed that the MLA is doing unparalleled work for the welfare of the masses leaving no stone unturned for the cause, while paying personal attention to make Jammu West as “Best Constituency”.Gupta also discussed various forthcoming party programmes and discussed the strategy to implement them on ground level. He discussed the plan related to holding programmes on the Lohri, Makar Sankranti, Republic Day of Nation and other important events coming in the month and prompted all the leaders present in meeting to ensure the participation of maximum number of activists as well as general public in the programmes, which will further help the masses to link with the ideology of the party.Prem Gupta, Sanjeev Sharma, Surinder Choudhary, Rajesh Gupta, Balwan Singh, Jai Deep Sambyal, Sat Pal Karlupia, Bal Khajuria, Sangeeta Gupta, Jaswinder Kaur Jassi, Parveen, Ghai, Veena Gupta, Vijay Sharma and others were present in the meeting.
Terrorist is a terrorist, whether he is a Pakistani or Kashmiri: Prof. Virendra Gupta
BJP State Spokesperson Prof. Virender Gupta strongly condemned the tendency of some of the Kashmir based leaders to equate the killing of militants with innocent persons killed by the militants and with the martyrs belonging to security persons who sacrifice their lives while fighting with the Pakistan sponsored militants, engaged in the destructive activities and disturbing the peace and tranquillity of Jammu and Kashmir State. He said that a terrorist is a terrorist, whether he is a Pakistani or Kashmiri, is enemy of the people of Jammu and Kashmir state and that of the Indian Nation and added that those equating terrorist killing with a policeman or a security person who lays down his life to defend the state and public in general, are doing a great dis-service to the state and to the country.The Spokesperson also criticized those, in particular the leaders of National Conference and those of Congress party who treat India which is victim of Pakistan’s proxy war and is trying to protect its land and the people from its aggression, with Pakistan which is recognized as haven for the terrorists and inflicting injuries to Indians, in particularly the people of Jammu and Kashmir State. He asked Farooq Abdullah and his son Omar to give their pious advice to Pakistan for which they have great sympathy, to stop importing terrorism into the Indian territory and its unprovoked heavy firing on the Indian side. He added that in the present situation when the Indian government is forced to counter Pakistan sponsored Islamic terrorism and defend its borders from its aggressive activities, the dialogue between the India and Pakistan cannot be viewed. The dialogue can only be fruitful if tension on the borders is minimized and Pakistan stops nefarious designs to bleed India and Indian people living in Jammu and Kashmir. He said that Pakistan must understand that its policy of enmity with India is not going to pay it. Ultimately, it is going to weaken itself and further disintegrate.
Sh. Sat Sharma takes monthly review meeting of Janipur Mandal
Imbibe spirit of selfless service: Sh. Sat Sharma to BJP activistsBJP Janipur Mandal falling under Jammu West Constituency held a monthly review meeting of its office bearers and Ward Presidents to discuss the ongoing developmental and organizational works in the area which was chaired by BJP State President & MLA Jammu West Sat Sharma. All the issues pertaining to forthcoming Booth Sammelan of Janipur Mandal were also discussed threadbare in the meeting.Sat Sharma, while addressing the meeting sought detailed information about all the ongoing projects taken by the BJP leaders in Janipur Mandal during last one month. He also prompted them to share their grievances about any work that may cause hindrance in the development of the region so that timely action could be taken. He asked them to act as the eyes and ears of the party to achieve the mission of transformation in every sector that has been taken up by the ever active Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP National President Amit Shah. He stressed that every BJP activist has to take the responsibility of development of surrounding area and ensure the reach of public welfare schemes to all the persons in need of support by imbibing the spirit of selfless service.He also asked the Mandal office bearers to plan for the execution of successful Booth Sammelan in Janipur Mandal which will pave way for ensuring win of all BJP supported candidates in the coming series of elections in the state. He called for the stress upon maximum participation of booth activists in the Sammelan with minimum of ten youths from every booth of Mandal.District President Jammu West Ayodhya Gupta also asked the activists to work extra hours for ensuring the reach of party ideology and party achievements in the Centre and State to every household of the region.State General Secretary Mahila Morcha Veenu Khanna, District General Secretaries Sanjeev Sharma, Prem Gupta, Mandal President Vijay Sharma, Balbir Singh, Ravish Mengi, Ravi Gupta, Aishi, Sangeeta Verma, Onkar Bose, Sahil Gupta, Lalit Luthra, Romesh Khajuria, Kishore Chandan, Narinder Gupta, Jai Singh, Mandal team, Ward Presidents and others were present in the meeting.
House Committee to Look into the Issue of Coal Mine Workers: Sh. Vibodh Gupta
BJP senior leader and MLC Vibodh Gupta today raised various issues related to the coal mine workers of Kalakote in the upper house of state legislature today. He highlighted the serious working conditions under which these coal mine works are working. Related to various questions which were asked by MLC, the house was informed that the work on coal mines was started in 1961 and the workers of coal mines are paid a daily wage of Rs. 201 per day and in some cases even less than this. Reacting to this information, MLC said that it is very sad and unfortunate that the workers of coal mines have made many sacrifices at the cost of their own health. Besides all this, there has never been any attempt to look into the genuine demands of coal mine workers and they have always been exploited by the successive Governments. MLC further added that during the past the earlier Governments, on the contrary, made efforts to close the coal mines as part of a conspiracy. He said that the workers of coal mines have very high expectations from the present Government and all efforts should be made to address the genuine issues of the workers of coal mines. On this, MLC Vibodh Gupta was supported by MLC Surinder Choudhary and he said that the workers of coal mines are the most exploited workers in the state and they deserve special and sympathetic consideration of the Government.Later, when MLC Vibodh Gupta asked about the regularization of the coal mine workers of Kalakote, he was informed that at the moment Government has no plans for such a regularization. On this MLC strongly advocated that these coal mine workers must be regularized on the priority basis. He also demanded that the house must constitute a special committee to look into all the matters related to the coal mines and the issues of the workers of these coal mines. To this the Chairman of the legislative council agreed to constitute a house committee to further look into the various issues of the coal mine workers which were raised and discussed in the house. On this MLC Vibodh Gupta hoped that the constitution of a house committee for looking into the matters of coal mine workers will go a long way in resolving the long pending issues of the coal mine workers of Kalakote.
Minister for PHE,Irrigation & Flood Control Sh. Sham Lal Choudhary today listened public problems at Party Headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu
Minister for PHE,Irrigation & Flood Control Sh. Sham Lal Choudhary today listened public problems through BJP Karyakartas at Party Headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu. Sh. Sham Lal Choudhary assured all the Karyakartas that the publics issues raised by them will be redressed soon. BJP Karyakartas from across J&K participated in the meeting.
Govt working on agenda of equitable development: Smt. Priya Sethi
Smt. Priya Sethi lays foundation stone for multiple development works at DansalMinister of State for Education, Tourism and Culture, Smt. Priya Sethi toured Nagrota and adjoining areas and laid foundation stone for multiple development works at Block Dansal to be executed through her Constituency Development Fund (CDF) here.The works included upgradation of road of Mata Kali Temple at Panchayat Churta and construction of community hall at ward no.1 of Panchayat Dansal to be initiated by Department of Rural Development funded under CDF at an estimated cost of Rs 18 lakhs and Rs 20 lakhs respectively.Speaking on the occasion, the Minister said that the coalition government is working on an agenda of equitable development to ensure welfare of every section of society with special focus on population living in rural and far flung areas.Stressing on development and beautification of the historic temple, the Minister announced Rs10 lakhs under NREGA for beautification works with installation of decorative lights on the path, construction of parks along with several other facilities like installation of benches, clean drinking water to cater to the visiting pilgrims.Priya said that the construction of park and other beautification works will not only add to the scenic view around the Temple but will also tap the tourism potential of the area by attracting more tourists.She asked the concerned officers to assess the developmental need of the Temple and instructed them to put in place a proper mechanism for the development of spiritual and religious heritage.Priya also announced an additional Rs4 lakhs for construction of its boundary walls through Tourism department.The minister said that the government has initiated requisite measures for the development of prominent religious places to improve facilities for the pilgrims.She instructed the concerned officers to construct a toilet complex and a kitchen in the community hall premises and also directed for extension of the hall to cater the needs of the locals.Highlighting Government’s initiatives, the Minister implored upon the locals to avail the maximum benefit of several schemes launched by the centre and the state government for the welfare of the people. She said that the present government has done some remarkable work with initiating prestigious projects like IIT and Food Craft Institute (FCI) that proved to be decisive factor for the development of Nagrota and adjoining areas.Responding to demands put forth by the locals regarding various development issues in the area, the Minister assured them that all their genuine demands would be looked into on priority and directed the concerned officials to take all necessary measures to address their issues at the earliest.The Minister also paid obeisance at Mata Kali Temple.Locals hailed the Minister for initiating much needed development works in Dansal area.Later, the Minister visited Surinsar area and called for preservation of sensitive eco system of Surinsar Lake. Priya asked the concerned authorities for developing infrastructural facilities to attract more tourist footfalls.“Surinsar has tremendous potential to emerge as important tourist halt in the region”, she maintained.The Minister was accompanied by ACD Jammu, Tasir Balwan, BDO Dansal, Muktar Lone, Tehsildar Dansal, Saima Khan along with XEN Tourism, Pramod Sharma , senior politicians Nand Kishore Sharma and Omi Khajuria, female social activist Sheetal besides officers of concerned departments
Sh. Sat Sharma pays surprise visit to Ward No. 31
In order to check the pulse of ongoing developmental works in the Jammu west Constituency, BJP State President & local MLA from the constituency, Sh. Sat Sharma today paid a surprise visit to Ward no. 31 area of Talab Tillo in Jammu West Constituency and interacted with the local residents to inquire any loopholes in the works and any other issue they are facing.Sat Sharma while interacting with the locals listened their grievances carefully and promptly talked to the officials concerned in the matter. People while appreciating the ongoing works and particularly the good quality of blacktopping and new water pipes for the drinking water, awared him of the certain pending internal lanes for the blacktopping, water supply issues in certain homes at the tail end and other issues. He also enquired about the functioning of the street lights and said that soon all the areas will be lightened by the abundant LED lights.Sat Sharma gave patient hearing to the locals and assured them that all their concerns will be kept on the priority as he believes that his sole purpose of holding the prestigious office is to serve the general masses. He said that the Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken a pledge to progress India to the top slot in the world, for which he is working very hard. Thus nobody from the BJP will allow any type of work which can hinder the development works of the Nation. He said that the commitment of the BJP can be gauged from the fact that it has initiated each and every public welfare scheme keeping in view the aspirations of the people from the last section of the most neglected society of the Nation.The local people appreciated the concerned effort of local MLA and thanked him for his commitment towards addressing the issues of the public and claimed that they have first time witnessed so much hard work by any public representative.District President Ayodhya Gupta, Ward President Deepak Kumar, Manish Rakwal, Sahil Sharma, Sohan Karlupia, Captain ji, O. P. Thappa & others were also present on the occasion.
Speaker Sh. Kavinder Gupta is accelerating the development of Gangyal: Sh. Baldev Singh Billawaria
Rajiv Gandhi Hospital's slab will be inaugurated by Speaker Sh. Kavinder GuptaBJP District Jammu President Baldev Singh Billawaria conducted comprehensive tour and reviewed the construction work of 100-bed Rajiv Gandhi Hospital at Gangyal on the instructions of Speaker & MLA from Gandhi Nagar Constituency Kavinder Gupta.The hospital is being built with the special effort of Speaker Kavinder Gupta at a cost of about rupees 17 crore and on Tuesday and the slab work in the construction of this hospital will be started by Speaker Gupta. The speaker had sent Billawaria to review the work till now before starting the slab work of about 20000 Square Feet so that if any of the work could be done it could be completed.Baldev Billawaria took stock of the progress of work by talking to the agency and departmental officials and gave valuable suggestions to remove those weaknesses which were left. Billawaria said that due to the formation of this hospital, the Gangyal residents will get better health facilities as well as the load of Gandhi Nagar Hospital will also be lessened. This hospital was the long pending demand of the people, which could not be fulfilled due to the negligence of the former government, but the current BJP coalition government has released funds for its construction for the acceleration of work. He told that Speaker Gupta has a special focus on the Gangyal area and is continuously accelerating its development.Billawaria also quoted the example of Gangyal Nallah as the biggest example of developmental works by the Speaker by which the people will be saved from the devastated affects of flood. He said that rupees 5.40 crore are being spent for constructing a park in Gangyal and Dashmesh Nagar, while about Rs 92 lakh is being spent on construction of lanes. The construction of a bath house for people on the canal in Sector-2 of Gangyal has also been arranged along with the fencing for plantation along the canal.Billawaria said that not only Speaker Kavinder Gupta, local MP is also spearheading the development of Gangyal. From the MP fund, money has been released to build a stage and boundary wall in Ramlila Ground so that people can get better infrastructure in every area. On this occasion, Harbans Chaudhary, Ranjit Singh, Jyoti Prakash were also present with Billawaria.
BJP Mahila Morcha holds meeting, discusses future programmes
In order to strengthen the booth level structure ahead of series of elections in the state, BJP Mahila Morcha State led by its State President Purnima Sharma, held an impressive meeting at BJP office, Kachi Chawani, which was attended by all the members of its state team.Purnima Sharma, while addressing the meeting, said that in the recent visit of BJP National General Secretary (Org.) Ram Lal to the state, the National leader precisely impressed on the view that each booth president has to be supported with at least five activists from Mahila Morcha which would definitely help in winning the Panchayat election which are to held in the upcoming month of February 2018.Smt. Purnima Sharma also sought detailed reports of various organizational and developmental programmes undertaken by the Mahila Morcha leaders during the last month. She discussed and elaborated the procedures in which Mahila Morcha leaders have to work so that the party and the Morcha rises to new heights while working for the welfare of the society in general and the women in particular.She also prompted the Morcha leaders to collect any fund avoiding cash transactions as far as possible giving boost to the less cash economy in the Nation and said that Mahila Morcha is both socially and financially efficient to help in raising the party funds. She also presented the details of the forthcoming party programmes and asked the Morcha leaders to deliver their best in those.Morcha State General Secretary Veenu Khanna, who carried the proceedings of the stage thanked all the leaders of Morcha for their constructive and active participation in the meeting and said that ladies form the fifty percent of the total population and their participation is essential in the mainstream politics for the true implementation of all welfare policies in the society as well as recognition of the Nation as the true global leader, while citing the examples of successful women who have influenced the world.
Go for massive awareness of welfare schemes: Sh. Kavinder Gupta
Speaker, J&K Assembly, Sh. Kavinder Gupta, who represents Gandhi Nagar Constituency in the State assembly, stressed upon the Jammu & Kashmir Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes & Backward Classes Development Corporation, to go for massive awareness about various welfare schemes run by the Corporation in J&K for the socio-economic upliftment of the weaker sections of the society.Kavinder Gupta putforth this suggestion when he was apprised of the schemes of the Corporation by Vice Chairperson, Balbir Ram Rattan, during their meeting at Jammu, wherein he was told that six Apex Corporations at the national level provide funds for financial assistance to unemployed males and females belonging to SC, ST, BC, categories, Physically Disabled Persons, National Level Notified Minorities and Safai Karamcharis, to enable them to establish own earning units. The Corporation also provides “Education Loan” to the meritorious students of poor families of reserved categories to pursue their professional and technical courses after completing 10+2, Balbir further told.Kavinder Gupta, during this meeting, said that it is indeed a noble service to the people, who are not financially well off and cannot afford to help their children to set up livelihood earning units or send them for higher studies. He told the VC that his constituency houses large population of the families from weaker sections and the Corporation should identify the deserving people and help them to stand on own. He further stressed for wider publicity of the welfare schemes meant for the members of the reserved categories.The Vice Chairperson assured Kavinder Gupta that the Corporation will plan awareness camps in Gandhi Nagar constituency for the benefit of the unemployed people of the reserved categories.
Everyone’s effort will build Swach Bharat : Sh. Sat Sharma
With a vision to promote cleanliness across all spheres of Jammu West Assembly segment, BJP State President and MLA Sat Sharma (CA) kickstarted construction works for a community toilet(Tutian Bathroom) at ReshamGhar area of Jammu West. The bathroom is being constructed near Shiv Mandir to cater with the needs of the locals and people passing by. Accompanied by a large number of people including officials of JMC (Jammu Municipal Corporation), Sharma started the works in the presence of local residents and political activists of the area.The Bathroom will be constructed under the supervision of JMC at an estimated cost of Rupees 14.23 lakhs.Speaking on the occasion, Sat Sharma said that it was a long pending demand of thousands of locals and shopkeepers of the area which has been fulfilled today and the area will soon a witness modernized toilet cum bathroom which will not only cater to the needs of the locals but will also promote the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi of building a clean and green nation.He said that sanitation is one of the major concerns in today’s world and it is not only the duty of Government but general masses as well to contribute in the noble cause so that a clean aura could be built around and that mission will be accomplished when masses and Government will work together in promoting cleanliness across the areas.He stated that he is working hard to reach the objective of cleanliness in Jammu West and he also appealed the masses of his Constituency and the State of Jammu and Kashmir as well to contribute some time in a week or month to promote the noble cause. He also stressed upon JMC officials as well to keep a vigil check in all areas concerning sanitation.He also stated that fast track tours of all 26 wards of the Assembly segment are already in progress to check the sanitation condition of each and every area and whatever necessary will be done to build a clean atmosphere in all spheres of Jammu West Assembly segment.VC JAKFED Munish Sharma, District President BJP Ayodhya Gupta, AEE JP Saraf, Prem Gupta, Sanjeev Sharma, Dr Ali Mohammad, Jeet Angral, Deepak Kumar Manohri Devi Rahul Sharma and many others were also present on the occasion.
Bunkers will prove to be life savers: MP Jugal Kishore Sharma
With the sanctioning of rupees 415.73 crore for the construction of bunkers on IB /LoC for the security of the people, Prime Minister Narendra Modi led Government has fulfilled the long pending demand of helpless border dwelling people.This was stated by Lok Sabha MP Jugal Kishore Sharma while addressing media persons at BJP headquarter, along with MLC Ch. Vikram Randhawa, BJP State Secretary Sanjay Baru and State Press Secretary Dr. Pardeep Mahotra.Jugal Kishore Sharma said that it is indeed a matter of joy and satisfaction for the people who had been continuously suffering loss of precious human lives, crops, livestock etc. due to cross border firing. He said that the BJP had been, in the Parliament and outside, demanding security of the people living on the borders and the Union Home Minister too had been apprised of the problems of the people during his visit to border areas in Jammu. The Government at the Centre took the issue seriously and on priority and hence sanctioned rupees 415.73 crore for constructing individual and Community Bunkers in Samba, Jammu, Katra, Poonch and Rajouri districts of Jammu Province as these districts had been worst hit by the firing across the border.Elaborating on the subject and sharing the official communication in this regard, Jugal Kishore Sharma told that 8 large community Bunkers of 800 sq. feet having capacity of 40 persons will be constructed in Samba, 120 large in Jammu, 243 in Kathua, 688 in Poonch and 372 large community bunkers will be constructed in Rajouri, whereas 2515 Inividual Bunkers with size of 160 Sq. feet having capacity of 8 persons will be constructed in Samba, 1200 in Jammu, 3076 in Kathua, 1320 in Poonch and 4918 bunkers will be constructed in Rajouri. In total 14460 bunkers will be constructed providing relief to the border residents. Sharma claimed it to be big achievement as the individual bunkers would serve as life saver more efficiently and quickly in case of emergency and big bunkers will provide relief in the succession.The MP further told that the Union Home Ministry has also provided for the relief and compensation for housing damages/losses, crop losses or livestock losses, relief for stay at Relief Campus and displacement etc. to those affected by Cross Border Firing.Jugal Kishore Sharma expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh for acceding to the genuine demand of the border people.
Stay cautioned from divisive forces: Sh. Yudhvir Sethi
Lauding the role being played by party workers at booth levels in border areas of Sunderbani and Nowshehra, Bhartiya Janta party (BJP) Vice President Yudhvir Sethi said that their efforts which they are putting in in most hostile conditions are keeping the spirit of commoners live. Despite hostilities, the BJP workers at booth levels address keeping the morale of people high by extending all possible help.Yudhvir Sethi was addressing booth level workers at two different places in Sunderbani today. He said, despite Pakistan's unprovoked firing from across the border, based weather conditions, minimum resources and though reach, booth level workers are continuing to put their best for forward and strengthen party at all levels. Its their patriotic zeal and a commitment towards people that is keeping them go on the right path.Appreciating their role in every election, Yudhvir Sethi asked them to also gear up for coming panchyat elections as well as 2019 general elections. These polls he added are going to be quite crucial and we don't have to adop a laidback attitude. The party workers especially those at booth level will have to put in double the efforts to register BJP's victory with thumping majority. He cautioned people from divisive forces who here alleged are out there took divide country on communal or regional lines.Describing booth level workers as backbone of Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP), the BJP Vice President said that their contribution in organising various programs and disseminating party programmes and policies amongst masses can never be ignored. Its because of this force that BJP is scaling new heights and winning over hearts of masses in entire country including Jammu and Kashmir State.MLA Nowshehra Ravinder Raina who was also present on the occassion said that he owes his victory to booth level workers, party functionaries and people who showed their faith in the leadership of PM Narinder Modi. He added that Sunderbani-Nawshehra assembly Constituency is being nurtured in best possible way and sought People's cooperation in making it a model Constituency. He said the attendance in these both level workers meet speaks of party's popularity and People's faith in it.Ravinder Raina said be it party's identified six programmes, elections, organising mass contact programmes or organising state as well as centrally sponsored programes booth level workers always stay on forefront which is why BJP is able to reach its targets in every state of the country. Appreciating their work, the BJP leader asked them to keep this memonetum so that party is able to reach out to masses in a bigger way.Asking people to not to fall a prey to divisive politics, said that country is progressing and BJP will not stop putting in its best to give people their due.Among who were present on the occasion Capt. Somnath Sharma District President Sunderbani Nowshera, Sanjay Sharma Mandal Pardhan Sunderbani and Mohinder Singh Sudan Mamdal Pardhan Lambari.
Changed strategy of terrorist tanzeems needs detailed analysis and a fresh response: BJP
Denouncing the killing of four police personnel due to an IED blast in Sopore market Bharatiya Janata Party feels that the recent terrorist activities in Kashmir point towards a change in strategy of the terrorist tanzeems which needs a detailed analysis and a de-novo response from our intelligence agencies and security forces. In a press release issued by the Party, itpaid homage to the gallant policemen and expressed solidarity with their families.“There is an obvious design behind the changed strategy which does not augur well if not countered immediately and aggressively. The choice of targets, use of Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) and growing involvement of local youth are a cause of concern,” stated Brig Anil Gupta, State Spokesperson of the Party as per the release.The last major IED attack against the Army in the Valley was in 2008 in Narbal, thereafter repeated attempts were made but without much success and had witnessed no blast since 2015. However, there have been indicators in the recent past which should have alerted the police and intelligence agencies. The body of a Jaish Pakistani terrorist was found lying outside the Eidgah area in Tral in mid-December last year.A letter was also attached with the body which read that the deceased was a non-local Jaish-e-Muhammad terrorist namely Umer Bhai of Pakistan. "He was killed when an IED went off accidentally in some forest area. Kindly bury him at the earliest,” read the letter. This should have raised the hackles of the police and alerted the troops to take adequate precautions, said Brig Gupta. The terrorists are targeting the police and security forces personnel during winter months, generally considered as a dormant period, to attack their morale.Jaish-e- Mohammad (JeM) despite having suffered major losses in the Valley is resurfacing as a major tanzeem with increasedrecruitment of local youth. The New Year eve suicide attack on a CRPF Camp at Lethpura in Pulwama wherein a local youth also participated is also a worrying development since the last such known participation of a local youth in a suicide attack was recorded in 2001, according to the press statement. The increased use of social media to lure local youth is evident from the fact that the local terrorist involved in the suicide attack had recorded a video and released it on social media before launching the attack, “the aim is to increase the sagging morale of the remaining terrorists and attract the local youth,” stated Brig Gupta adding that “a lot needs to be done to win back the disgruntled youth and getting them back into the mainstream.”Highlighting other changes in strategy, Brig Gupta pointed out the use of steel piercing bullets during the suicide attack on CRPF camp and cautioned the security forces to analyse its effect on the VIP security, police bunker vehicles as well as static bunkers used for personnel protection. Brig Gupta said that it has also been learnt from media reports that Pakistan’s ISI has equipped the terrorist groups with Super High Altitude Clothing like the one used in Siachen. This is a very dangerous trend and a detailed analysis of likely infiltration routes through rugged high altitude terrain when the passes are closed need to be done and preventive measures taken. Also, any attempt to repeat Kargil like intrusions need to be analysed warned Brig Gupta. Aerial surveillance of the area should not be compromised at any cost advised the spokesperson.
BJP holds Booth Sammelan across the region
With a clear intention to ensure win in upcoming Panchayat, Urban Local Body and thereafter Parliament elections BJP has started to fuel the working strategy for strengthening of Party’s Booth structure in the State. BJP has expedited its ongoing project by holding the series of Booth Sammelans at various Mandals across the region.Booth Sammelan at Raipur-Domana was attended and addressed by BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma, State Vice-President Karan Singh and Health Minister Bali Bhagat, Ramkot by Dy. CM Dr. Nirmal Singh and MLA Jeevan Lal, Suchetgarh by MP Sh. Jugal Kishore Sharma, State General Secretary Dr. Narinder Singh, Minister Sham Choudhary and Ch. MLC Vikram Randhawa, Miran Sahib by Jugal Kishore Sharma, Ch. Vikram Randhawa and MLA Dr. Gagan Bhagat, Manwal-Kishanpur by MP Shamsher Singh Manhas, Jourian by BJP State Vice-President Bharat Bhushan Bodi, State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul and MLA Rajiv Sharma, Suderbani-Lamberi by State Vice President Yudhvir Sethi and MLA Ravinder Raina, Mandi-Poonch by MLC Pardeep Sharma and Gajansoo-Marh by MLA Ch. Sukhnandan Kumar.Sat Sharma, while addressing the booth activists at sammelan, focussed on the strengthening of booth by reaching out to the public and help to solving their personal and societal issues. He stressed on the formation of active teams on every single booth and prompted them to work on the all 6 party programmes, Mann ki Baat. He also discussed the importance of booth level structure of organization for ensuring win in Panchayat elections.Dr. Nirmal Singh enumerated various achievements of State Government and said that BJP-PDP has initiated new era of development in last 3 years embarking on works of more than rupees 600 crore in Billawar only, while attacking the opposition for its negative role, just to remain in limelight. He said that PM Modi has stressed for strengthening of Panchayati Raj system at grass root level for promptly addressing the issues of villagers.Jugal Kishore Sharma, while addressing mammoth gathering prompted the booth activists to share their grievances and various developmental issues and asked them to approach the public with united, positive and constructive approach in an organized manner while giving the slogan of 25 youths per booth. He prompted activists to be eye and ear of party for public welfare. Also threw light on the recent sanction bunkers for border people.Shamsher Singh Manhas emphasized that the people in the recent times are taking more interest in the politics of Nation and attributed the credit to the dynamic leadership of PM Modi. He said that common mass feels connected to the present dispensation owing to the bold and public friendly decisions taken by Modi government.Ashok Kaul focussed on the organizational matters and said that the working system of the BJP needs a lot of devotion with full dedication and love for the motherland and the society while reciting the “Nation First, Party second and self Last”. He boasted that booth activists have to act as key to win of BJP supported candidates not for the sake of party but for ensuring progress of country.Others prominent who spoke in the programmes were Aseem Gupta, Sunil Gupta, Suraj Singh, Jugal Kishor Gupta, Suresh Sharma, Omi Khajuria, Anil Parihar, Brijeshwar Rana, Inderjit, Nand Kishore, Praduman Singh, Manmohan, Capt. Som Dutt, Capt. Bansi.
Polling Booth karyakarta Sammelan of 16 Polling Booths and 6 Panchyat of Phalyan Mandal (Marh Constituency) Held under the Leadership of State Secretary & Prabhari Jammu Rural Sh. Aseem Gupta.
Sh. Aseem Gupta, in his address, to the Karyakarta appeal to take the party karyakaram’s to Polling Booth level and involve maximum people of the Polling Booth so that they can come to know about party’s ideology and working.He said to karyakarta the 6 Programs to be done by every karyakarta in every Polling BoothEvery Years and 7th Program of “Maan Ki Baat” to be Listened by every karyakarta at Polling Booth.Aseem said the Party is doing fabulous work under the Leadership of Prime Minister Narendera Modi and Party’s National President Amit Shah and the best example is when Smt Indra Gandhi was PM of India the Congress was in 18 states and under the Leadership of PM Modi today BJP party is in 19 states.Aseem said that Polling Booth karyakarta is back bone of Party and requested them to get ready for up-coming Panchyat Elections.Aseem said the development going in J&K is a big jolt for congress- Nc as they have been in power for 70 years in state and can’t bring Big Projects like IIT, IIM, AIIMS, express way , fast connectivity of roads under PMGSY schemes , Ropeway coming in katra, Zojila tunnel recently sanctioned will connect Leh with rest of India 24*7*365 Days and the prestigious Delhi-Amritsar-Katra 8 Lane express highway with Approximately Rs:-64,000 Crores.All the Leaders of Congress-NC Are afraid that if this development goes on they will lose their Groun totally.Jugal Kishore Gupta State Secretary BJP and In -charge Polling Booth committee of the state and he took meeting of Booth organizations to be done in planned manner so that the election strategy is comfortably managed..Vikas Chowdary State Yuva Morcha General Secretary Also Said that Marh is one of the best developed Constituency in J&K state and also stressed karyakarta that Polling Booth is the most important part of BJP karyakarta which is to be nursed time to time.Others Prominent were present Mandal President Marh Babu Ram, Vistark Marh Constituency Babu Ram Baghat, Shakti Kendra Parmukh Subash, Narendra and Kuldeep and all Polling Booth president and Karyakarta.
MP Rajya Sabha Shamsher Singh Manhas & MLC Vibodh Gupta releases Shri Raghvendra Panchang.
Member Parliament Rajya Sabha Shamsher Singh Manhas & MLC Vibodh Gupta today released the 18th edition of Raghvendra Panchang brought out by Shri Raghvendra Jyotish Sansthan Trust as they appreciating the utility of the panchang, Shamsher Singh Manhas said that it is a ready source of information about all local fairs, festivals and auspicious occasions.On this occasion Mlc Vibodh Gupta said 'Ragvendra panchang' give accurate dates and timing about the festivals and events like marriages , dwiragaman , eclipses, yagyopavit , mundan, puja path etc and this panchang also gets an ISSN 2249-751x, which is a big achievement for the panchang teamBoth congratulated Dr.Chander Mouli Raina, the Editor in Chief of the Raghvendra Panchang and his team member of Bawa Kailakh Dev Asthan Mahant Rohit Shastri (Sub – Editor of the Panchang). At the time of releasing the Shri Ragvendra panchang, following are the dignitaries are also present: Shakti Dutt Sharma (State Vice president, Vishwa Hindu parishad), Pt. Shiv Parsad Raina, Pt. Ravinder Raina, Rajender Soguniya .
Sh. Sham Choudhary conducts Public, Karyakarta Darbar
Minister for PHE, Irrigation & Flood Control and MLA Suchetgarh Sham Choudhary conducted Public and Karyakarta Darbar for the public as well as BJP activists to address their problems at Party Headquarter, Trikuta Nagar.While sharing his views on Public Darbar, Sham Choudhary said that the PM Modi led Government at centre as well BJP-PDP Government in the State is committed to the welfare of public in all spheres. BJP follows the principle of “Sabka Sath, Sabka Vikas”. BJP is committed to address each and every problem faced by public. He said that BJP has chalked out a schedule to conduct these type of programs on a regular basis where anybody can approach for any type of social or political problem, so as to mitigate sufferings of the visiting. He also said that BJP has ensured direct interaction between Public, Karyakarta and Leader to make sure that every genuine mass issue could be promptly addressed.Many deputations met the PHE Minister for the redressal of their personal as well as public problems. Various important issues were highlighted by the visiting deputations. Many deputations asked for the handpump facility in various parks, cross roads and near localities for ease of drinking water. Many other deputations asked the Minister to intervene in their issues related to drinking water supply, flood management, revenue related problems and other developmental issues in their respective areas. Minister addressed many of the problems by telephonically talking to the authorities and issued written instructions for others.The whole program was coordinated by State Secretary & State Incharge Election Related Matters Rajinder Sharma and Additional Office Secretary Suresh Sharma. State Vice-President Karan Singh, Sanjay Baru, Rajinder Singh Chib, Dr. Pardeep Mahotra and others were also presented on the occasion.
Youth of India stands by BJP’s side for its “Clean Governance”: Sh. Sat Sharma
Sh. Sat Sharma Inaugurates lane work at Ward No. 39In a move to fulfil the commitment of development in every single area of Jammu West Assembly Constituency, BJP State President & Local MLA, Sat Sharma inaugurated the repair work of lanes in and around Shanti Nagar area falling under ward no. 39 of Jammu West Constituency. He was also accompanied by various departmental officials, District President Ayodhya Gupta and other local BJP leaders along with the august gathering of prominent locals.Sat Sharma while speaking during the inauguration, said that the BJP has delivered on its commitment of development of all (Sab Ka Saath, Sab Ka Vikas) in the Centre under the dynamic leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and organisational skills of BJP National President Amit Shah as well as in the state as the alliance partner in the state government. He stated that BJP has always focused on the equitable development and growth of all the persons in all the regions of the Nation while keeping in aim on Antodya (ensuring the best opportunity to the last person standing in the row), whereas, the other political parties have always tried to materialize on the “divide and rule” policy by sowing the seeds of hatred among the various communities and regions. The youth of India today stands by the side of BJP for its “Clean Governance”, he claimed.While speaking on the present developmental work MLA stated that present work of installing the paver tiles in the lane and repair work of adjoining lanes near Shri Ram Sharnam Ashram, Shanti Nagar will be completed with the estimated cost of 6.15 Lakh rupees. He also conducted tour of all surrounding areas to have face to face interaction with local residents and enquired them of any issues they are facing in their day to day lives and assured them of all help from his side. He asked them to feel free to approach him directly as he feels committed to the common masses as elected representative, while prompting them to closely monitor the ongoing work for its quality.Ghulam Rasool XEN JMC, J.P. Saraf AEE JMC, Rahul Sanyal JE JMC, Satish Malhar, Pradhuman Singh, Sanjeev Sharma, Vijay Sharma, Keshav Chopra, Varinder Thakur, Kamlesh Shoor, Reema Devi, Konika, Rajni, Kuldeep Singh, A.K. Bhat, Jaimal Singh and others were among the prominent persons present on the occasion.
BJP achieving targets because of booth level workers: Sh. Yudhvir Sethi
Booth level workers are the real backbone of Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) whose contribution in organising various programs and disseminating party programmes and policies amongst masses can never be ignored. Its because of this force that BJP is scaling new heights and winning over hearts of masses in entire country including Jammu and Kashmir State.This was stated by Bhartiya Janta party (BJP) Vice President Yudhvir Sethi while addressing a Block level workers meet of Sunderbani-Nawshehra assembly Constituency here today. The meet was well attended by booth level workers who resolved to strengthen party at all levels and spread party's programmes in every nook and corner of the state. MLA Nowshehra Ravinder Raina was also present on the occassion.Speaking on the occassion Yudhvir Sethi said be it party's identified six programmes, elections, organising mass contact programmes or organising state as well as centrally sponsored programes booth level workers always stay on forefront which is why BJP is able to reach its targets in every state of the country. Appreciating their work, the BJP leader asked them to keep this memonetum so that party is able to reach out to masses in a bigger way.Urging party workers, leaders and booth level workers to prepare for coming Panchayat as well as local body polls, Yudhvir Sethi said that the aim of holding these elections is to decentralise powers and make people partners in developmental works. He said previous government deliberately ignored election of these bodies for vested interests and keeping power to themselves. Contrarily, Coalition government in the state is going to empower people.MLA Ravinder Raina in his address said the victory of BJP in recently concluded aseebky elections in Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh speaks of the volume of party's popularity. Its good governance and accountability that's is making BJP reach its target of making India free of Congress. The slogan Congress Mukt Bharat is proving to be true in real sense.Ravinder Raina asked party workers to continue their efforts with same zeal and strengthen party to the extent that People's faith in the BJP enables BJP ruled states to govern in most effective manner. He said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Man Ki Baat should be listened carefully as it motivates and inspires many. Many a times Jammu and Kashmir and its achievers have found a mention in it as well,he said adding that it's an honour for the state.Among other present includedChander Mohan Gupta, BJP State Cashier,Capt. Som Dutt Sharma,District President Nowshera, Mool Raj District Gen Secretary Nowshera and Ravinder SIngh ,Mandal President Seeri.
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh for expediting work on power projects to achieve the target “Power For All”
Dy CM, Dr Nirmal Singh exhorted upon the officers of Power Development Department to expedite work on various power projects being implemented in the state for timely completion.Dr. Nirmal Singh, while chairing an officers meeting convened to review implementation of various schemes in the power sector, emphasized the need to accelerate the pace of progress on all works being done under different power projects so that the motive of the government of ensuring Power to All is met in letter and spirit.Dr. Nirmal Singh had a detailed review on the status of several schemes envisaging adequate power supply in the state which inter alia include RAPDRP, DDUGJY, PMDP etc. He asked the officers to keep a regular monitoring on execution of various works under these schemes and ensure they are completed in time.Dr. Nirmal Singh asked the officers to synergize their efforts, so that effective implementation of various initiatives meant for augmentation of the power infra under the PMDP is fast paced and these are completed within the stipulated timeline. He said commissioning of these projects would go a long way in providing hassle free power supply to the consumers of the state.Dr. Nirmal Singh said it has to be ensured that the funds earmarked for the power sector are utilized fully so that the problems being faced in the transmission, distribution and generation of power are mitigated and people get benefit from the same. “We have to ensure that the funds released by the centre are fully utilized, so that proper augmentation and renovation of the existing power infra is done and new ones are added as well’, he added.The Deputy Chief Minister also directed for expediting work under RAPDRP maintaining it would go a long way in improving the distribution of power in major towns in the state. He also called for expediting the implementation of DDUJGY and carrying out necessary formalities needed for it. Commissioner Secretary PDD Hardesh Singh, Development Commissioner Power, Asgar Ali, Chief Engineer PDD Jammu Ashwani Gupta and Chief Engineer PDD Kashmir Shahnaz Gani besides other senior officers attended the meeting. Dr. Nirmal Singh said that the State government is working under a well knit strategy to ensure that the power scenario in the state is transformed towards an improved and enhanced utility by ensuring an easy access to electricity for all. It was informed in the meeting that the work on RAPDRP is underway and out of 30 towns 24 have been covered under RAPDRP while the work in remaining towns is going on in full swing.The Deputy Chief Minister, while elaborating on government’s initiatives of ensuring access to electricity for all, said that ‘Power for All’ program is a major step in this direction. Dr. Nirmal Singh expressed gratitude to the Government of India for extending complete financial and logical support to Jammu and Kashmir for augmenting its power sector.
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh inaugurates road from Hiranagar Degree College to Dayalachak
Convenes Public meet, takes stock of grievances of the localsReaffirming government’s commitment towards improving road connectivity between rural and urban areas, Deputy Chief Minister, Dr Nirmal Singh, said that it will give a further fillip to social and economical growth in the state. The Deputy Chief Minister said this today while addressing a gathering after inaugurating 3.5 Km road from Hiranagar Degree College to Dayalachak constructed at a cost of Rs. 4 Crore. Meanwhile, the Deputy Minister convened a public meeting at Mela Morh and took stock of public issues. On the occasion, various deputations from Hiranagar, Billawar and Kathua Tehsils called on the Dy CM and apprised him of their problems and demands seeking an early redressal to the same.Dr. Nirmal Singh assured the people that all their genuine issues would be considered and redressed in a time bound manner. He directed the officers to look into all the issues raised by the people and initiate necessary steps for early redressal of the same.Highlighting the achievements of present dispensation in Health, Education, PHE and PWD sectors, Dy CM apprised that Rs. 600 Crore have been spent on development works in Billawar constituency in the past 3 years and more projects are in pipeline to make Billawar a model constituency. He further added that the development of Billawar will be done in such a manner that the comprehensive development model will be emulated by others. “The Government is all set to hold panchayat elections in the state to deepen the democratic values at the grassroots level,” DyCM said and appealed to the general masses to actively participate in these elections to elect genuine and capable candidates who will ultimately strengthen the Panchayati Raj institutions. Dr. Nirmal Singh also emphasized on the fact that early redressal of people`s grievances and problems are priority of the present government which is committed for the equitable development of all the regions of the State. He announced that work on road connecting Chadwal to Mangloor through Moori will begin soon under CRF with an estimated cost of Rs. 18 Crore. Among others MLA Hiranagar, Kuldeep Raj, Deputy Commissioner, Rohit Khajuria; Executive Engineer PWD, SDPO Border and other District Officers were present on the occasion.
Need to create awareness about Skill Dev Courses : Sh. Balbir Ram Rattan
The main objective and goal of skill development courses is to create opportunities, space and scope for the development of talents of the youth of this country, particularly of those who have hidden talents but have not been able to utilize it for one or the other reason. The idea is also to develop more of those sectors which have already been put under skill development for the last few years, said Jammu and Kashmir Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes & Backward Classes Development Corporation Limited, Vice Chairperson, Balbir Ram Rattan, adding that efforts of the government at the centre and in the state are also to identify new sectors for skill development in addition to what is being done at present in the state. He further said that there are many families and individuals who have a lot of talent and skills in our state but they have not been able to hone it in right direction due to lack of opportunities. However, now that the Government of India has started these skill development courses, there is need is to create more and more awareness at all levels so that deserving get benefits of the same. He further said that efforts are being made to train the underprivileged, unemployed, unskilled, semi skilled in a state of art technology and making them skilled and employable for a dignified living. Balbir Ram Rattan made these observations while interacting with and seeking detailed information about various skill development courses from R.K.Chahotra, Patron, Study Villa, a registered NGO being run in Roop Nagar area of Jammu city which imparts training in such courses for the benefit of unemployed males and females.
Bharatiya Janata Party Jammu District President Baldev Singh Billawaria organized a meeting at ward no. 55, of Satwari Mandal
Bharatiya Janata Party Jammu District President Baldev Singh Billawaria organized a meeting at ward no. 55, of Satwari Mandal Gandhi Nagar Constituency. Ward Presidents, Booth Presidents and active BJP’s activists. Meeting was organized by Concern Ward President. Meeting was also attended by BJP's former councilor Balwant Singh Chib. On this meeting, Billawaria said that all the Booth Presidents with Ten Youth to attend the Booth Samelan which is being organized by Satwari Mandal On dated 21, Jan, 2018. Billawaria said that every program of the party is mandatory at booth level and it is the BJP's goal to make this program among the people. He said that in the coming Panchayat elections, the promotion of BJP activists and leaders should be done at the booth level so that the people can know the candidates well and vote in favor of them during the elections. He said that the activists have to ensure that they have to win their booths in every election. They do not have to worry about the other booth. Only focusing their entire focus on the booth will have to work towards the day to win the booth won the election and it is BJP's goal. He said that after the Panchayat elections, the body is also happy about the elections, so now the workers may be running a little more in the next few months. Billawaria later listen the problems of people regarding the lanes, drains, sanitation problems and electricity problem of the adjoining areas. Billawaria said that whatever problems of the people, they will be resolved with immediate effect, with the aim of developing urban and rural areas, the speaker Kavinder Gupta Efforts will be made to raise the problems of people before them and give them better development. On this meeting, BJP's Satwari Mandal President Harbans Chaudhary, Ward President Pawan Singh, Joginder Singh, Prof. Lalit, Jagdish and Piyare Lal were also present.
BJP Gen Sec.(Org) Sh. Ashok Kaul meets scores of different delegations in Srinagar: “Development is our Core Issue”
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), State General Secretary (Org) Sh. Ashok Koul today met a number of delegations from different parts of Kashmir Valley, and gave patient hearing to their grievances at party office, Jawahar Nagar Srinagar here.The delegations put the grievances and issues faced by people in their respective areas“Since early in the morning i met scores of delegations from different walks of life and from different areas and listened the issues and problems faced by them in their areas ” Kaul said, adding, BJP is committed to address their grievances and genuine issues.The delegations informed that people are facing day to day issues in most of the places and appealed him to redress the same. "Koul said.He also said: “I have received the feedback from these delegations and will forward their problems to the concern ministers, so that the grievances are addressed on time,” he added.He also said that there are scores of centrally as well as state sponsored schemes meant for general public and assured them their genuine issues would be addressed by properly using these schemes.Koul further said, “BJP is committed to fulfill the promise made by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP has a vision is to bring Kashmir at par with other places of the country and transform the lives of people.”Kaul added and said that BJP believes in “Sarva Dharam” which means treating people of different faiths equal and providing them equal opportunities. “BJP believes in serving all equally, which is the only reason that it has formed the government in Muslim dominated states including Kashmir,” Koul said.Koul also greeted the people on the occasion of Guru Purab and said “May this festival bring peace, prosperity and illuminate the lives of people in the state.Later Koul interacted with constituency Presidents of District Srinagar, and also took the meeting of state office Bearers and senior party workers.
Sh. Jugal Kishore calls on Minister of state for Roadways
Sh. Jugal Kishore Sharma Member of Parliament BJP Lok Sabha Jammu-Poonch along with Senior BJP leader Nand Kishore met with Mansukh L Mandaviya Minsiter of State for Road,Transport & Highways Govt. Of India at New Delhi discussed various projects reagring roads and flyovers in Jammu Poonch parliamentary constituency .Jugal Kishore Member of Parliament urged Minister of state for Roads to construct flyover at Katra-Domail crossing over to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra road as flyover is the primary demand of time to cross the road and reduce the mishappenings at Domail-Katra chowk. He said that due to the construction National Highway the road got divided people belonging to village Dansal,Jindrah,Manwal,Kishenpur, kathar get cutt off from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra road and by construction of flyover bridge at Domail National Highway people can move through easily to said road.Jugal Kishore also discussed the other projects for construction of roads and flyover bridges which involves the construction of flyover bridge at National Highway Samba near Chichi Mata Mandir and expedite the process to start the construction of Jammu Akhnoor four lane.Flyover bridge near Shri Chichi Mata Temple in District Samba is the pending demand of inhabitants of the area and will provide a way to the piligrims comming from the other state to pay worship to the temple.He further requested Minister to expedite the process and to start the construction work of Jammu Akhnoor four lane as it is the major project and will provide great relief to the whole Jammu province.Mansukh L Mandaviya Minsiter of State for Road,Transport & Highways assured member of Parliament that he will pay interest to all his demands and said that construction of flyover at Katra-Domail chowk will be started at the earnest.
BJP has delivered on its commitment: Sh. Sat Sharma
BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma lauded the approval of Asia’s longest bi-directional Zojila Pass Tunnel expressing it as a boon to the border state of J&K.Pertinent to mention that Asia’s longest bi-directional Zojila Pass Tunnel is approved by the Union Cabinet at an estimated cost of Rs. 6,089 Crore which will reduce the travel time through Zojila Pass to 15 minutes from the current 3.5 hours.Sat Sharma, while putting emphasis on the strategic importance of the tunnel thanked the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi which gave nod to the 14.2 kms. long tunnel project in the State of Jammu & Kashmir to provide an all weather accessibility to Kargil and Leh which otherwise remained disconnected with the rest of India due to heavy snowfall in majority of months. He also thanked Road Transport & Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari for providing with great engineering marvel in the project, which will be inaugurated by PM Modi in this very year.Sharma said the “Development” is the core agenda of BJP and it is achievable only when there is an easy accessibility to all the remotest regions of the Nation so that every essential commodity can be provided to the general masses irrespective of the environmental or circumstantial hindrances. He said that it will also ease the movement of our Armed Forces along with the public, moreover it will woo the domestic as well as International tourists to visit the area. He said that this will also hasten and strengthen up the socio-economic growth of the region by giving boost to the local markets and increase in the employment generation in the region. BJP has delivered on its commitment towards a long pending genuine demand, he added.
Booth Sammelan of Pahalgam Constituency held at Town Hall, Pahalgam
Booth Sammelan of Pahalgam Constituency held at Town Hall, Pahalgam which was chaired by BJP State General Secretary (Org.) Sh. Ashok Koul,MLC Sofi Yousuf, BJP State Minority Morcha President Sadiq Khan, State Executive Member Arif Raja, South Kashmir Secretary (Org.) Veerji Saraf,Incharge Vistarak Kashmir Province Mushtaq Noorabadi and others leaders of the party.
State President BJP and MLA Sat Sharma(CA) starts works of deep drains in Ward no. 16, New Plot.
BJP State President and MLA Jammu West Sat Sharma (CA) started works for covering of deep drains (nullah) at Ward no. 16, New Plot, Jammu. The works will be done under the supervision of UEED department at an estimated cost of Rupees 10 Lakhs. Sharma was accompanied by officials of the department, local leaders and the local residents of the area.Earlier the nullah was open from various sides and it created a foul atmosphere in the surroundings which caused problems for the locals and also caused pollution in the environment and now after the construction of nullah, there will be no problem for locals and a conducive atmosphere will be built around in order to make a clean area and ultimately it will also help in achieving the vision of Hon'ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi of building a cleaner and greener nation.Sharma also toured the area along with the officials of JMC and UEED and he also directed the officials as well to take up the remaining works in the area from stage work amount of Rupees 9 Lakhs of corporation under which several lanes will be repaired and constructed.Ex-En Ueed Taj Choudhary, AEE UEED Chander Kant Sudan, JE UEED Vikram Koul, District President BJP Ayodhya Gupta, Mandal President Vijay Sharma, Dinesh Gupta, Onkar Singh, Balbir Gupta, Jeet Kumar, Balbir Singh, Ajit Singh, Abrol, Naseeb Singh and many other were present on the occasion.
MLA Sh. Sat Sharma and Speaker Sh. Kavinder Gupta participates in Nagar Kirtan
BJP State President & MLA Sh. Sat Sharma, Legislative Assembly Speaker Sh. Kavinder Gupta along with other BJP leaders distributing fruits to devotees at Nagar Kirtan in Jammu.
BJP State General Secretary (Org.) Sh. Ashok Koul,MLC Sofi Yousuf inaugurates electric works at a temple in Anantnag.
Kathua students visit parliament house
Union MoS Dr Jitendra Singh said here today that Kathua is fast emerging as an important education centre and a series of new academic institutions in the last three or four years, with liberal funding from the Modi Government, have placed it as a front-ranking education-imparting district in the State of Jammu & Kashmir. He was interacting with a group of high-school students from Kathua who called on him at the Parliament House today. The students were accompanied by Kathua born Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha) from Misrikh, Uttar Pradesh, Smt Anju Bala. The young students were excited to visit the Parliament House complex and were later conducted to various wings of the Parliament House. Dr Jitendra Singh said, in the last three years, the foundation stone of a Medical College funded by Union Health Ministry was laid at Kathua and an Engineering College was sanctioned by the Government of India under "Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan"(RUSA). Similarly, the Union Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India is coming up with North India's first-ever "Bio-Tech Park" near Gaati in Kathua at a budget of Rs. 100 crore. This is going to be a unique institution of research, study and job generation with a game - changing outcome for youth, he said. The Kathua campus of the University of Jammu existed prior to 2014 but it was only recently that the decks were cleared for acquisition of land for the construction of its own building under the ownership of the University authorities. As for school education, he mentioned that the existing Kendriya Vidyalaya in Kathua is being shifted to a newly constructed building shortly, while a proposal is being filed for another Kendriya Vidyalaya. In addition, he said, the AIIMS approved by the Government of India is also likely to come up in close proximity on the Kathua-Jammu National Highway. Dr Jitendra Singh also informed that he had facilitated an MoU between ISRO (Indian Space Research Organization) and the J&K State Department of Education, under which the possibilities are being explored to start coaching through satellite tele-education for Civil Services / IAS examinations in with the help of faculty persons from Delhi and other centres.
BJP’s Sh. Ashok Koul visits Pulwama, Kulgam and inaugurates District office Kulgam
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), State General Secretary (Org.) Sh. Ashok Koul visited south Kashmir’s Pulwama and Kulgam district and interacted with party workers, on Wednesday.Kaul took feedback from the party workers about the party activities in these districts. “I visited these areas take stock of party activities,” he said, adding, he directed party workers to listen to the grievances of the people and forward the same to the party high command.Kaul also asked party workers to intensify the party activities in the area and prepare a smooth ground for upcoming Panchayati elections. “As government has already announced the tentative date for Panchayati elections, our party people should also be ready for it,” he said.“Panchayati elections are directly beneficial for general public as it strengthens democratic set up at gross root level and by this institution developmental activities reach to common masses,” he said.Kaul was accompanied by Arif Raja- protocol incharge; Veer Saraf- Organisational secretary south Kashmir; Mohammad Ashraf Azad- incharge Pulwama; Master Abdul Gani- district president Pulwama and Shabir Bhat- constituency president Pulwama; Sajad Raina, Distt. Gen. Secretaries Kulgam Manzoor Ahmad Parray and Abid Hussain and others.
Various measures afoot to make JK garbage free: Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh today said that under the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) launched in the state on October 2, 2014, various initiatives have been take to make the state garbage free. He informed that for the purpose funds to the tune of Rs 39.62 crore have been released by the Centre till date under SBM-Urban. The Deputy CM was responding to a question raised by MLC Surinder Kumar Choudhary. “As part of SBM initiatives, works are underway to establish Solid Waste Management facilities in all towns. Three districts of Leh, Kargil and Srinagar have been declared ODF under SBM-G while as Leh town has been certified ODF and Gulmarg is in the process of being certified as ODF,” he added. Listing achievements under the mission, the Deputy CM informed that against a target of 94091 Individual Household Toilets (IHHT)s, 8742 have been constructed and work on 12501 is in progress. He further informed that against the target constructing 2078 seats for Community/Public Janta Toilets (CT/PTs), 1271 have been completed and 695 are under construction. The Deputy CM informed that government has targeted to set up Solid Waste Management facility in all urban areas of the state. He said nine projects have been tendered and work on one has been started. He further informed that an amount of Rs 1055.62 lakh have been released to the implementing agencies SMC, JMC, DULBJ and DULBK out of which Rs 176.63 lakh has been incurred on advertisement and publicity of the scheme, he added.
BJP State General Secretary (Org.) Sh. Ashok Koul visited Hanuman Mandir and paid tribute to Mahant Saigram Das, who breathed his last breath on 16th December
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Koul visited Hanuman Mandir, Amira Kadal to pay tribute on the 17th day of death of Mahant Saigram Das, who breathed his last on 16th December.On the occasion, Koul took part in the Hawan performed by Maha Mandleshwar president Jammu and Kashmir Vainsnivi Beragi Samiti, Sri Rameshwar Das and Mahanat Varinder Das Ji- Katra; Dr Mahant Satnarayan Das Ji.Special prayers were also performed for the deceased Mahant Saigram Das, in which scores of spiritual Gurus and other people joined the ritual.On this occasion, two newly Mahants were appointed by the Samiti. Mahant Kaneshwar Das, Mahant Ganeshwer Das were appointed.Ashok Bhat, BJP District vice- president, Srinagar was also present on the occasion.Special langer (feast) was also made available for the visitors in which many people from Muslim community participated.
Jammu East MLA and party chief Sh. Rajesh Gupta inspected the ongoing problem of nallah of Paharian Mohalla Shalamar Road
Sh. Rajesh Gupta was accompanied by Xen UEED Taj Chowdhry,AEE C.K.Sudan,JE Sanjeev Mahajan and also accompanied by CTO JMC Tariq Raina and JMC Health Officer Dr.Anita Salgotra.The members of the Paharian Mohalla Association Surinder Pargal,Om Prakash,Kaku,Anil Jandyal,Rajinder Malhotra,Raj Kumar,Hari,Pankaj and Pardeep Sharma. Rajesh Gupta while speaking on the occasion said that the problem related to the nallah would be solved and the matter has been discussed and analysed with the concerned authorities. Rajesh Gupta also discussed the problems related to Mohalla Paharian with the members of the Paharian Mohalla Association. Rajesh Gupta said that Modi Ji has made a qualitative change in the way we think from lethargy to speed and development in the affairs of the country. Rajesh Gupta said that now we have a much more responsive and speedier government in place with a plethora of people friendly schemes to benefit a large segment of population. He said that people need to take advantage of these schemes and become a part of the Indian growth story.
Sh. Harinder Gupta lauds step of Centre Government on electoral bonds
BJP State General Secretary Harinder Gupta lauded the decision of Central Government move of finalizing the terms of issuance of electoral bonds during the ongoing winter session of Parliament.Pertinent to mention that Finance Minister of India, Arun Jaitley on Tuesday announced the terms of electoral bonds for funding of political parties. The bonds will provide interest free banking instruments like promissory notes that can be encashed by an eligible political party through a designated bank account. Gupta mentioned that Prime Minister Narendra Modi led NDA government tabled the idea of electoral bonds in Budget 2017-18 to make political funding more transparent and were viewed as the major step to a move towards the white and alternative to cash donation made to political parties. Any Indian citizen or body can procure the bond from selected branches of State Bank of India for 10 days in the months of January, April, July and October, which will be available in multiples of Rs. 1,000, Rs. 10,000, Rs. 1 lakh, Rs. 10 lakh and Rs. 1 crore, he added.Harinder Gupta said that the motive of BJP to provide clean and good governance will be furthered by this step as this will provide insight into the political funding and this will increase the level of confidence of general masses towards the working of political system of the country.
Remembering First PM of J&K
Union Finance Minister Sh. Arun Jaitley along with Union Ministers Dr. Jitendra Singh and Sh. Manoj Sinha released Postal Stamp in Memory of J&K's First Prime Minister Justice Sh. Mehar Chand MahajanSh. Jitendra Singh stresses on retrieving PoJK to honor legacy of Mehar Chand Mahajan
BJP nominates District Convenors for Kashmir Urban Local Body Cell
BJP Urban Local Body Cell Convenor for Kashmir Province Molvi Tariq, in consultation with BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma, State Incharge All Cells S. Varinderjit Singh Cell and State Convenor Deepak Gupta announced District Convenors for the Cell in Kashmir Province to smoothen and efficient the working of Cell in the Province of Kashmir in view of the approaching Panchayat and Urban Local Body in the State.Deepak Gupta said that the BJP is committed to work for the welfare of the masses and to efficient the working of the all public welfare departments, it becomes essential to drive the full machinery of the government as well as all departments so that no genuine need of the public goes unattended. He said that to achieve the purpose, the government of J&K is making all efforts to hold the elections in coming times and BJP has started to work in the direction.While announcing the District Convenors, Molvi Tariq said that for the ground level work of the organization, it becomes absolute necessary to from the efficient teams so that all the issues of the common masses could be paid attention to and properly addressed.Hakeem Masood has been nominated as Srinagar District Convenor, Abid Hussain Bhat for Ganderbal, Mushtaq Ahmed Bala for Budgam, Abdul Rashid Khan for Bandipora, Mohi -Ud-Din Sofi for Baramulla, Mohd. Shafi Bhat for Kupwara, Advocate Sofi Muzaffer Ahmed for Anantanag, Mohd. Sikander Shah for Shopian, Gh. Mohd. Bhat for Pulwama and Manzoor Ahmed Parrey for Kulgam.
Sh. Harinder Gupta lauds Postal Stamp on Justice Mahajan
BJP State General Secretary Harinder Gupta lauded the Centre Government’s historic move on issuance of commemorative Postal Stamp on the name of country’s third Chief Justice and former Prime Minister of J&K, late Mehar Chand Mahajan.Pertinent to mention here that MoS for Communications, Manoj Sinha in presence of Finance Minister Arun Jaitley and MoS PMO Dr. Jitendra Singh released the Stamp while paying glowing tributes to Justice Mahajan for his enormous contribution to the Nation.Harinder Gupta said that the versatile personality of Justice Mahajan not just remained confine to legal circles but also made vital services to the Nation. Gupta said that Justice Mahajan as the PM of J&K was instrumental in accession of state with Union of India while working closely with then Deputy PM Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. He played a crucial role when entire Gurdaspur was awarded to Pakistan and as a result there could have been no rail and road link between India and J&K and Pakistan could have easily grabbed entire J&K, which would have proved calamitous for lakhs of Non-Muslim residents of state. Mahajan pressed Mountbatten to give part of Gurdaspur to India. His role in complete accession of J&K along with Guru Golwalkar of RSS with Maharaja Hari Singh to join the India Union saved the state. Mahajan also served as director of Punjab National Bank and President of Akhil Bharatiya Mahajan Shiromani Sabha as well as his contributed in Arya Samaj movement in modern India, he added.Gupta appreciated the concern of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for all those who have serviced the Nation and the Society without any prejudice and self interest. While stressing on the role of State Unit of BJP for this achievement, he forcefully lauded the great contributory and endless endeavour of Union MoS Dr. Jitendra Singh for the feast and thanked him for raising the concern time and again, so that every hero of the soil gets duly recognized at every platform. He also his effort for raising his voice to reclaim land of J&K under illegal occupation of Pakistan, saying that it will be the true tribute to great soul Justice Mahajan. Gupta said that the keen interest of Dr. Jitendra Singh for the welfare of the common masses has resulted in the upcoming of landmark projects particularly in the state of Jammu & Kashmir and remarked that his presence in the prestigious office of PM has benefitted the people of J&K in multifaceted ways bringing laurels to the state.
PM’s Mann Ki Baat
BJP State President & MLA Sh. Sat Sharma, BJP State Gen. Sec. (Org.) Sh. Ashok Koul among other BJP leaders listened PM along with locals & party activists.
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh condemns attack on CRPF camp
Dy CM Dr Nirmal Singh today expressed grief and sorrow over the killing of four security personnel who lost their lives in a militant attack on 185th Battalion Camp of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) at Lethpora in Pulwama district. He also prayed for early recovery of other two Jawans who have suffered bullet injuries.The Deputy CM while condemning the incident said that it is a despicable act which needs to be condemned by every section of the society.Deputy CM while expressing his solidarity with the bereaved families, prayed for eternal peace to the departed souls.
Sh. Sat Sharma flags off Shiv Khori Yatra from Gurha
A mesmerizing Shiv Khori Yatra was flagged out today from Gurha, Bakshi Nagar. The Yatra was flagged off by State President BJP and MLA Jammu West Sat Sharma (CA). Hundreds of devotees including men, women and children participated in the Yatra and chanted names of the Lord Shiva. As part of a old tradition, the yatra is being taken to holy shrine at Reasi every year by the locals of Gurha and other adjoining areas of Jammu City.Speaking on the occasion, Sat Sharma said that the presence of hundreds of people shows the enthusiasm of the people and their devotion which has created a beautiful atmosphere in the area.Stating Yatra’s significance, he said yatra is an essential part of the ritual of the Hindu system of worship and being unique among all Yatras, it is one of the places which is considered to be very important in our religion as well.The devotees, enroute were dancing and reciting Bhajans in praise of Lord Shiva. Sweets, Water and Fruits were also served to the devotees who had participated in Yatra.Prominent present were District President BJP Ayodhya Gupta, Raju Sharma, Munish Gupta, Atul bakshi, Swantantar Ram, Prem Gupta, Sahil Sharma, Sunny Gupta, Bikas Gupta, Snajeev Malhotra, Ripu daman, Kanta Devi, Rita Kumari, Sheila Sharma, Meenakshi Gupta, Seema Gupta and many others were also present.
India heading towards big change, political stability: Sh. Sat Sharma
Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) State President Sat Sharma today said that political stability coupled with credibility and transparent regimes both at state as well as Centre are reasons why people are pinning their faith in BJP and joining party in large numbers. He said, India is heading towards a big change which is imminent for the reason that a system of Good Governance has been set rolling in the country.Sat Sharma was speaking at a party workers’ meeting of district unit where hundreds of people including those belonging to some other political outfits also joined BJP in presence of BJP MP Shamsher Singh, Speaker State Legislative Assembly Kavinder Gupta, Minister of state for education Priya Sethi, BJP Vice President Yudhvir Sethi and Rajni Sethi, MLCs Adv. Ramesh Arora and Vikram Randhwa and State Secretary Anuradha Charak, District President BJP Baldev Singh.Those who joined BJP showed their faith in leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and resolved to work for party with complete dedication.Welcoming those who joined BJP, Sat Sharma said BJP intends to reach every nook and corner of the country for the reason that it wants to give them credible governments and make them partners in development. People’s participation, he said goes in sync with true spirit of democracy and enables people to decide their fate as well. Recent successes of BJP in Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh, he said are enough indicators that people want a big change in country.Speaker state legislative assembly Kavinder Gupta in his address said during past tenure of Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC), BJP councillors had left no stone unturned to ensure that all wards represented by them are developed on modern lines. The Corporation, he said had set a process of people’s participation in development activities rolling that had resulted in massive change. Once the proposed elections to Corporations will be held that era will again be repeated.He said that workers are backbone of party who are tirelessly spreading party’s messages and programmes and deserve appreciation.Criticizing Congress for playing with sentiments of people of nation, BJP MP Shamsher Singh Manhas said that it was because of corruption and half baked schemes that nothing substantial ever reached people at grass root levels. He said previous governments both at state as well as Centre opened hundreds of B.Ed colleges without any planning or need which is why maximum of them have either been shut down or are running with poor intake numbers.Speaking on the occasion, Minister of State for Education, Technical Education, Culture, Tourism, Department of Horticulture, Floriculture and Parks, Priya Sethi said that the role of women folk, youth and those belonging to weaker sections of society cannot be ignored in strengthening party. Its because of these people that BJP registered win in every election be it Gujarat, UP, Himachal Pradesh, UP or Jammu and Kashmir.BJP Vice President Yudhvir Sethi while welcoming those who joined BJP into the party fold said that party cadres in all over the Jammu and Kashmir State are upbeat and working hard. BJP during past some years has made a mark in the hearts of people by taking some very important and historic decisions that are going to prove a mile stones in country's development and women empowerment.District President BJP Baldev Singh thanks all the party workers and leaders at booth and district level for their support. He said that during all six identified programmes of BJP that are celebrated all over the country every year party Karyakartas left Jo stone unturned. Besides these programmes whenever party needs their services that work selflessly and with utmost dedication. This spirit he said is sure to lead them towards building a strong nation and self reliant J&K State. Others who were present on the occasion senior B.J.P Leader Sureshta Jamwal, Sunil Sharma, Vikas Sharma, Ankush Gupta, Rekha Mahajan, Anil Masoom, Neeru Anand, Anil Masoom, Govind Sareen, Sunny Sehgal, Satish Kumar, Hardesh Kumar, Sunil Sharma, Bageesh Gupta, Sharda Devi, Subash Chander, Krishnan Lal, Lalit Sharma, Narotam Sharma, S. Gurcharan Singh, Reena Salathia
Budhal residents thank BJP
Dozens of local residents hailing from Budhal visited BJP State headquarter, Trikuta Nagar to meet BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma in order to express their deep sense of gratitude and thankfulness for the commendable work done in the region for the very first time since Independence.While meeting State President in the leadership of Rajesh Kumar, residents said that the recent visit by Health Minister Bali Bhagat in the town has reflected the clean and clear view of BJP leadership to extend every benefit of public friendly policy to the last neglected man in the society which is popularly known as "Antodaya". They said that not only this was first ever visit by any senior Minister in the area, but also his taking recognition in the improvement of health infrastructure and provision of Ambulance for the welfare of masses has fulfilled the long pending genuine demand of locals.The residents contributed this special gesture as the special efforts of State President under whose leadership State BJP has progressed leaps and bounds and today the flag of party is waving high even in the remotest of the towns.They said that today people from all walks of life from across the regions cutting the boundaries of religions and individual faiths have entrusted BJP owing to the strong leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his selfless love for the countrymen truly bringing to life the famous line of " Sabka Sath, Sabka Vikas" towards the bringing of "Ache Din" for everyone. They also ensured the Party President that they will be ready to make any sacrifice for the mother Nation as they are first Indians and then afterwards they belong to any particular sect or faith. They also said that next time all the MLA seats will fall into BJPs kitty in view of the continued public centric agenda pursued by BJP leaders.They also asked Sat Sharma to arrange his own and other Minister's visit to the area to boost developmental works and asked for provision of Samarh Sar Road, Sub Treasury, Adhaar Card Camps, Educational Up gradation, Electricity supply and other issues.Sat Sharma patiently listened to the social and political activists from the region and reciprocated with the warm regards for their thankful gesture towards the party. He insisted that only motto of BJP is to ensure the quality life of every single citizen, nothing matters who remote he or she dwells. He said that PM Modi has emerged as not only the most successful leader of India, but as the most regarded leader of the world and all the countries are looking towards greater role of India for every issue. He further said that the BJP has led a new era in the history of J&K with minimum of discrimination which has been a hallmark of earlier successive governments and has largely been successful in bridging up the gap between the two major regions, religions and taking the state into renewed phase of development, Industry, Job avenues, self employment health, education and everything else.BJP Senior leader S. Varinderjeet Singh was also present on the occasion.In the deputation- Mohd. Shabir Kamlak, Master Javid Iqbal, Ashik Ali Thakar, Ab. Latif, Mohd. Shafait, Louqket Ali, Mohd. Mushtaq, Adil Hussain and others were the prominent persons who approached the State President.
Govt committed for well being of disabled people: Sh. Balbir Ram Rattan
J&K SC, ST, BC Development Corporation Limited, Vice Chairperson, Balbir Ram Rattan, today called upon the people with physical disabilities in the state to come forward without any hesitation to seek the help provided by the Corporation through various welfare schemes of state and central government. He also emphasized that people with any form of disability should not feel isolated nor should they consider inferior in any way to others as there are ample instances to illustrate physically disabled persons have performed better and excelled in many fields.Vice Chairperson was speaking at a programme organized by Handicapped Welfare Association, which works for the welfare and betterment of people of this category. This organization holds monthly meetings under its president Rajinder Singh Manhas in which the problems of the people are discussed besides making them aware about welfare schemes and initiatives of the government for people with physical disabilities.In the programme, which was organized at Akhnorr today, Balbir Ram Rattan, while addressing the people drawn from different areas, said that disability is no more considered to be a stigma or less capability as people having any such problems have overcome it with their strong will power and excelled far better than normal citizens in various fields, despite facing struggle and difficulties. Balbir Ram Rattan further said that no society can progress unless the people of this category moves ahead with progress as they are part and parcel who should get their respectful place besides avenues for better living. He said it is for this reason the government is laying emphasis on development and progress of physically disabled people and coming out with various welfare schemes. “All you need to do is to keep updated about these schemes so that you take full advantage of the same”, he said.In order to avoid trouble of travel and unnecessary expenditure, he also distributed application forms to the loan aspirants on spot and explained in detail the procedural steps about the same to avail the loan facilities offered by the government.Social activist Anju Dogra, Handicap Welfare Association General Secretary Mohinder Pal Sharma and Treasurer Vijay Kumar also spoke on the occasion.
BJP Kissan Morcha State & President Ring Road Sangarsh Samiti Rajinder Singh Chib met with Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha) Jugal Kishore Sharma
BJP Kissan Morcha State & President Ring Road Sangarsh Samiti Rajinder Singh Chib alongwith Kissan Morcha State General Secretary Capt. Kasturi Lal Sharma met with Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha) Jugal Kishore Sharma and apprised him the grievances of the poor farmers whose land/residential/commercial buildings/units coming under ring roads. He told MP that the farmers are being paid stamp duty rate as compensation of their fertile agricultural land which is very low. This will adversely affect the poor farmers and their families on losing of their agricultural land the farmers will face hardships to earn their bread and butter. This would a great injustice the farmers.Rajinder Singh Chib requested the MP that farmers should be paid equal to four times of present market rate of their land including custodian/state land, pay present market value of their residential/commercial buildings/units, provide government job to any one member of the family of the farmer whose 75 per cent or more land coming under the Ring roads, pay present market value of wooden/fruit trees.Jugal Kishore Sharma assured the President that the matter will be discussed in the Cabinet and efforts will be made to compensate the affected farmers. Suitably Morcha District Vice-President Deepak Shama and progressive farmer Madan Lal were also present on the occasion.
Panchayat and ULB elections will usher the era of grass root level empowerment: BJP
Welcoming the statement of Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti that the panchayat polls would be followed by elections to urban local bodies, Brig Anil Gupta, State Spokesperson, Bharatiya Janata Party stated that the holding of these elections would lead to real decentralisation of power thereby empowering the grass-root level institutions in the State. The BJP-PDP government is committed to devolution of democratic powers and financial resources to the Panchayats and ULBs for realising its promise of holistic development. The all- round development envisioned by the alliance government cannot see the light of the day without the participation of all the citizens through these democratic institutions said Brig Gupta. The polls are being held due to the insistence of BJP leadership which continued to raise the issue of early elections at different forum. The sincerity of the BJP-PDP alliance in financial empowerment of the panchayats can be gauged from the fact that separate budgetary allocation for Panchayats is being made by the Finance Minister, a clear and welcome departure from the past.As far as the ULB elections are concerned they are long overdue. The elections have not been held since 2005 wherein Ghulam Nabi Azad and Omar Abdullah led coalition governments did not dare to hold the elections due to political considerations depriving the state huge amount of funds due from the Centre. It goes to the credit of BJP-PDP alliance government that it is fulfilling the commitment made on the floor of the house in June 2016 regarding holding of elections to rural and urban local bodies according to the spokesperson. The availability of central funds to the elected bodies will enable them to improve the living conditions and basic infrastructure in the rural and urban areas with direct participation of the affected people.Brig Gupta reiterated the appeal of the chief Minister for maximum participation of the people in the forthcoming polls and her passionate appeal to the people “to prefer ballot over bullet.” He also appealed to the people to ignore the boycott call given by the separatist leaders under the banner of Joint Resistance Leadership (JRL) and said that total integration with the democratic institutions of India is in the best interest of all Kashmiris. “The conduct of the elections will be a big challenge for the state election authorities and JKP and I have full confidence in them that they would surmount all challenges and hindrances leading to successful conduct of polls,” hoped Brig Gupta.
Winning now habit of BJP: Sh. Ram Lal
In a bid to ensure the ground implementation of party agenda right to the ground level, BJP held a crucial party meeting ahead of Assembly session and Panchayat Polls and witnessed the vital presence of BJP National General Secretary (Org.) Ram Lal along with Union Minister in PMO Dr. Jitendra Singh which was chaired by BJP State President Sat Sharma along with Dy. CM Dr. Nirmal Singh, State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul, MP Lok Sabha Jugal Kishore Sharma and MLC Ashok Khajuria. Meeting saw the threadbare discussions on Panchayat elections and Organizational Matters.Ram Lal, while addressing the meeting, focussed on various points taken by BJP National President Amit Shah during his visit to the city of Temples earlier this year and taking cognizance of their implementation in letter and spirit. He said that the election scenario in the J&K is different from the other states owing to its difficult topography and emphasized that BJP being a true National party and committed to its agenda of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikaas” never discriminates on basis of region, religion or creed, that’s why it has succeeded in filling the ditch of mistrust among two major regions of state. He said that the winning is now habit of BJP and one is surprised on the loss of even a single by-poll. He emphasized on direct and continuous touch between the elected representative and office bearers of party.Sat Sharma welcomed National General Secretary (Org.) in meeting, while thanking him for his presence in meeting and congratulated him for the convincing win of party in Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh. He focussed on increased need of coordination in party leaders and activists for the growth of party and extension of party ideology into every corner of region in view of approaching Panchayat elections. He prompted all party leaders to strategise effectively to ensure win of every party supported candidate.Dr. Jitendra Singh shared his invaluable experiences as Seh-Prabhari in Gujarat elections while stating that total technique of elections has transformed owing to improved technology emphasizing that BJP has an advantage due to world’s most regarded and successful Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He said that despite being the false propagandas propagated by Congress in the then poll bound Gujarat, it was the clean and good governance of Modi Government and organizational skills of Amit Shah that won the end battle. He also emphasized on the role of “Panna Pramukh” in ensuring the win, while saying “Har Din, Naya Din”.Dr. Nirmal Singh emphasized on role of party MLAs and Ministers in the present Assembly in the state of Jammu & Kashmir and said that a regular dialogue process between the party and government has been an asset to the present dispensation for which the regular Coordination Committee Meetings are being organized from time to time consisting of senior party leaders from both the parties. He also stressed on tackling the opposition while recounting on the achievements of State Government.Ashok Kaul stressed on the improved coordination of all party functionaries for the implementation of organizational agenda within the general public. He also stressed on the role of Dstrict Presidents and Incharges as well the Shakti Kendra over the booths. He also detailed about the constructive role of party Vistaraks in the implementation of the good governance as well as the focus on winning crucial Panchayat Polls emphasizing on the mantra of “Panchayat to Parliament” given by Party National President.State General Secretary Dr. Narinder Singh detailed about the ongoing schedule of meeting by party Ministers with activists in a bid to further the cause of organization and address their concerns.State General Secretary Pawan Khajuria spoke on the party’s endeavour to improve the relations between the MLAs and the ground level activists of the party and carried the proceedings of stage.BJP State Office Bearers, BJP Ministers, MLAs, MLCs, Chairpersons & Vice-Chairpersons of Boards and Corporations, District Presidents, Morcha Presidents and Organizational General Secretaries of various districts were present in the meeting.
Many people join BJP at a rally in Drabshalla of District Kishtwar.
The new entrants were welcomed in the party by BJP State Gen. Sec. (Org.) Sh. Ashok Koul, MoS Sh. Sunil Sharma, State Executive Member Tariq Keen & others.
BJP holds marathon meeting at Samba
Victory of BJP candidates will ensure progress of region: Shri Sat SharmaGearing up the momentum of working for the extension of the organizational activities in the every single region of the state in view of the approaching Panchayat elections in the state and the afterwards whole chain of elections of Urban Local Bodies, then Parliament and later Assembly Polls, State BJP leadership held a marathon meeting which was organized by MLA Dr. D. K. Manyal and District President Jangbir Singh. BJP State President & MLA Sat Sharma was the Chief Guest accompanied by State Vice-President Parmod Kapahi, State General Secretaries Pawan Khajuria and Harinder Gupta.Sat Sharma, while addressing the meeting, sought and discussed threadbare about the ongoing preparations going on for the execution of the plan regarding forthcoming Panchayat elections and said that every single leader and the party activist must make sure that every single issue of the general public is addressed in the time bound manner. He said that there is high need of time to work extra hours to ensure the implementation of public welfare schemes initiated by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi led NDA government at the Centre. Victory of BJP supported candidates will ensure the progress of the region, he added.Pawan Khajuria elaborated on the various issues related to Panchayat elections and said that only BJP has the concrete action plan to address the concerns of the masses and development of the region which is equitable for all.Harinder Gupta while focussing on cadre based structure of BJP spoke on the various organizational matters and stressed on the need of high esteem for the values, organization has followed for decades while going into the public life.Dr. Manyal embarked on the various achievements of the Central and State Government for the welfare of the common masses and said that the present dispensation is dong all out effort to mitigate the sufferings of the masses.Earlier Jangbir welcomed the senior leaders in the meeting and vote of thanks was presented by Rakesh Mahajan.BJP State Secretary Sanjay Baru, State Additional Treasurer Arvind Gupta, State Addl. Office Secretary Jugal Gupta, Additional Media Secretary Rakesh Mahajan, Jai Sharma and others were the prominent leaders of BJP present in the meeting.
BJP Mahila Morcha welcomes Lok Sabha decision on “Triple Talaq”
J&K State BJP Mahila Morcha led by its State President Purnima Sharma along with its State General Secretary Sanjita Dogra welcomed passage of bill in Lok Sabha making Triple Talaq via any medium punishable during a Press Conference held at party office, Kachi Chawni.It is pertinent to mention here that the historic bill has remained a highly debatable topic in all the forums at National level and now the Lok Sabha has passed the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) bill by voice vote after the prohibition of instant Triple Talaq (Talaq-e-Biddat) by Supreme Court in August. The bill will now be put to test in Rajya Sabha, before it will be presented to the President for final approval. This was also the poll promise of BJP at National level.Purnima Sharma while addressing the Press Conference told the media persons that the bill will go a long way in the protection of rights of Muslim sisters from the demonic law. She said that there is no place in the modern civilized society for Triple Talaq and this law will play a major role in the equality and empowerment of Muslim women.Sharma also said that those who are criticizing for making this as criminal offence must bear in mind that this has already been done so after the judgement of honourable Supreme Court of India. She said that certain quarters who are alleging that this will lead to further harassment of Muslim women, must understand that this bill is itself framed for the protection of women from the plight they had to face after Talaq, and this criticism is the result of their male chauvinistic ego and opportunism.She also made fervent appeal to the State Administration to make sure the quick implementation of law in the state of Jammu & Kashmir so that the Muslim women of the state are also benefitted by the law.
Delegation from Jammu met Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh discussed various issues regarding Border areas in Jammu Province.
Sh. Jugal Kishore Sharma Member of Parliament BJP Lok Sabha Jammu-Poonch along with Sh. Shamsher Singh Manhas Member of Parliament Rajya Sabha and Sh. Sham Choudhary Minister for PHE,Irrigation & Flood Control J&K met with Rajnath Singh Union Home Minister Govt. Of India at New Delhi and thanked him for sanctioning bunkers along with LOC and also discussed various issues regarding Border areas in Jammu Province.Jugal Kishore Member of Parliament urged union Minister to start the construction work of bunkers along the LOC at the earnest so that the people migrated from border area can go back to their homes andd can live secured. In his detailed discussion with Sh Rajnath Singh said that the people living along the LOC will get their primary demand fulfilled by construction of community as well as individual bunkers in their area. Member of Parliament also put froth the main issue of compensation to the people who got their land beyond the fencing point.The sequence of disturbances along the LOC had blocked the usage of land beyong the fencing point even niether the people are able to cultivate the land.He laid the stress to compensate the people for the land beyond the fencing point as demand was also raised by the people while Union Minister's Nowshera border visit and he said that it is his foremost duty to highlight the sufferings of the people residing along LOC in his parliamentary constituency and to sort them.Shamsher Singh Manhas Member of Parliament Rajya Sabha also joined Jugal Kishore and thanked Union Minister for sanctioning bunkers in Border areas and strengthen his request to start the construction work of bunkers along the LOC at the earnest.Sham Choudhary Minister for PHE,Irrigation &Flood Control J&K state thanked Union Minister as well as both the MPs for putting their best efforts to sanction bunkers along LOC and raised his voice to start their construction as soon from his assembly constituency.Senior BJP Leader Adv. Dev Raj also accompanied with Honble Minister for PHE.Rajnath Singh Union Minister Home Minister resulted meeting to be fruitful and assured them that he will expedite the process and construction work would be started as soon.
BJP Mahila Morcha holds Mandal Working Committee Meeting
BJP Mahila Morcha Talab Tillo Mandal of Jammu West District held its Mandal Working Committee Meeting at Bhagwati Nagar to discuss the ongoing organizational activities, forthcoming party programmes while providing a platform for two way interaction between the ground level party activists and the senior leaders of the party. BJP State Vice-President Parmod Kapahi, Mahila Morcha State President Purnima Sharma, BJP District President Ayodhya Gupta, Morcha State General Secretary Sanjita Dogra and other senior leaders were also present during the meeting.Parmod Kapahi, while addressing the meeting, said that the Working Committee Meeting act as the strong medium to strengthen the organizational network of the party and as BJP is a proud cadre based party owing to its fundamental democracy embedded principles. He asked all the party especially Mahila Morcha activists to create a strong affectionately bound relations with all the women living in their vicinity to ensure that all the public welfare schemes and policies of Government are targeted to the deserving population.Purnima Sharma, while speaking on the occasion, emphasized on the role of women in the society and said that the women being the 50% of the total population must acquire a more pro-active role in every field of the world while attending to their familial responsibilities and just not restrict themselves to the secured boundary of 4 walls of the home.Ayodhya Gupta also threw light on the various organizational matters and the future programmes to be undertaken by the activists and prompted them to work hard in view of continuous election season ahead.Morcha Mandal President, Asha Sharma apprised the various programmes undertaken by the Morcha Mandal activists during the past months and assured that the Morcha activists will work dedicatedly for the extension of party activities
Hundreds of political workers from different political parties join BJP
Hundreds of senior activists from Congress and other political parties joined the ranks of BJP by posing utter faith in the good governance and clean and transparent policies of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi led NDA government at the Centre in the presence of BJP State General Secretary (Org.) Ashok Kaul. The workers who joined the party were residents of in and around Dunadi and Kahra falling in Inderwal Constituency and Kahra Mandal.While speaking on the occasion, Ashok Kaul welcomed the new entrants in the party fold and said that the it is the result of selfless service to the mankind that today the party holds distinction of being the largest party of the world in terms of primary membership and the great, bold leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the best organizational capabilities of Amit Shah that BJP has succeeded to touch the hearts of more than hundred millions of people. He said that the BJP is committed to its policy of “Antodaya” approach of all public welfare schemes to the last person standing in the row in society with the aim of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikaas” and that is the reason that most people want to join the mission of making Great India put forth by BJP. He again emphasized that the first and foremost important thing for the party cadre is to hold up to the principles and character in mind always, while working in public.All the new entrants assured the senior leadership of the party that they will work for the growth and the extension of party into the remotest areas and make sure that the benefit of all public welfare schemes of government are made available to the targeted population.BJP State Executive Members Tariq Keen, Brij Mohan Sharma, Basant Raj Thakur, Organizational General Secretaries Harbans, Vippan Sharma and others were the important persons present on the occasion.Swami Raj, Mudassir Malik, Master Abdul Khaliq, Bhatt Jeniar, Choudhary Saib Mohammad, Manmohan Vir, Irshad Ahmad Bhatt, Zakir Hussain Bhat, Ghulam Rasool Bhat, Farooq Ahmad Wani, Ashiq hussain Bhat, Shahdeen Bhat, Shahdeen Mir, Javed Ahmad, Ghulam Mohammad and others were the prominent persons who joined BJP.
Banihal’s village finally gets electrified
Located just 500 meters downwards on Jammu Srinagar National Highway, an ignored village Karalana- panchayat Sarbgani, in Banihal Tehsil of Ramban District, has received electricity for the first time.This has happened with untried efforts of, BJP’s in-charge for Ramban District, Rajeev Charak, who also dedicated the first transformer to the people and electrified the village, which is long pending demands of the inhabitants.Fallen in Banihal assembly segment, Karalana, the village, is located just 500 meters away on Jammu –Srinagar Highway between Painthal and Khooni Nalha, has over 35 households and a population of 250.In the winter months, the village witness heavy snowfall and sometimes the mercury plunges to below freezing point here but unfortunately, it was ignored by all successive governments and representatives.Recently, during a tour the remote areas, people of village apprised Rajeev Charak, in-charge BJP’s Ramban unit, about their long pending problemCharak took the case with Deputy Chief Minister, Nirmal Singh, who is also state’s Power Minister.“With personal intervention of Dy. CM and untried efforts of Rajeev Charak, power development electrified the village in record three months and enable people to see first light after 70 years of independence,” a local said.Speaking after inauguration, Charak appreciated the efforts made by the Dy. Chief Minister for taking personal interest in electrifying the village.People are demanding this since independence but successive governments failed to address this genuine issue, It is all due to efforts of Dr Nirmal Singh that this village near Highway gets electrified” Charak said.Earlier, Charak conducted extensive tour of Assar, Batote Doda, Kashtigarh, Ramban, Ukhral and adjoining areas for booth level workers meet and listen the grievances of the people of far flung areas.In a weeklong tour started on 21 December, Charak interacted with large gatherings and where people apprised him about various problems being faced by them.In his addresses, he said, “Government is steadfast on commitments and promises made to people and is working on the agenda of good governance besides providing basic facilities to the people”.“Our Government is working to reduce the miseries of common man and in this regard various welfare schemes have been initiated to lessen the miseries of common man and ensure all over development of neglected areas,” he added. Other who accompanied were included Narad Singh Mandal President, Om Singh Mandal Vice President, Bheem Singh & Rustam Ali Gen Secretaries, Shahnawaz Ahmed, Sher Singh, Chur Singh, Satvir Singh, Javed Ahmed, Mahmood Soil & Gulzar Manhas
Sh. Balbir Ram Rattan doing fantastic job in SC, ST, BC Dev Corp: NGO
Hum Log Samiti, a Jammu based registered Non –Governmental Organisation (NGO), has came forward to recognise the working of Jammu and Kashmir Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes & Backward Classes Development Corporation Limited, Vice Chairperson, Balbir Ram Rattan, for doing fantastic job after assuming the chair.The NGO Chairman, Ashok Sehgal, handed over a Letter of Appreciation on behalf of his organisation to the Vice Chairperson in his official Chamber at Jammu on Friday in presence of Corporation Divisional Manager Gulam Qadir Khatana and District Manager Joginder Paul Atri.The letter mentioned that the Director of the NGO is himself witness to the changes seen in the functioning of the said Corporation and the people-friendly approach of the officials dealing with the public at different levels. It further said that the manner, in which the Vice Chairperson is working, has started inducing trust of the poor and needy towards the Corporation.The Letter of Appreciation expressed appreciation to the dedication of the Vice Chairperson towards work and concern for the needy and hoped that Balbir Ram Rattan will continue to work with the same zeal and commitment in the future as well. It also wished the Vice Chairperson every success in his mission of serving the poor and weaker sections.
Sh. Vibodh Gupta Kickstarts Various Works for Facelifting of Rajouri Town
The most vital road in Rajouri city, from Dudhari Chowk to Court Complex got a complete facelift. The work for repair and blacktopping of this road stretch was inaugurated by BJP senior leader and MLC Vibodh Gupta in presence of prominent citizens of Rajouri and senior party leaders. This road stretch along with lanes and drains is being renovated under the city and town roads programme of the Government. These works are being executed with an estimated cost of Rs. 60 lakh. Addressing a gathering of the local residents MLC Vibodh congratulated the citizens of Rajouri for all the works which are being implemented to ensure a quality life for the residents and for the everlasting experience of the visitors. On this occasion, MLC informed that currently projects worth 100 crores are being implemented in Rajouri town for overall development of the city. This he said will go a long way in providing much-needed relief to the local residents who have always suffered in the absence of basic amenities like good roads, lanes and drains. He further added that ongoing works in the city are being implemented with full zeal and dedication and will be completed within the set time frame. While referring to the recent visit of Hon,ble Chief Minister Ms. Mehbooba Mufti in Rajouri, MLC said that the kind of funds allotment made by her for various developmental projects in Rajouri give a very clear indication that present Government has only one agenda and that is development. He called upon the citizens to become part of this massive development programme of the Government and take pride in ensuring a bright future for our future generations. He also asked the citizens that Government can only create a good infrastructure through all the hard work but it is the responsibility of a common citizen to ensure the proper use and safety of such infrastructure. He hoped that responsible citizens of Rajouri will take care of their own assets which are being created to give a quality life to the common man.BJP senior leader and former chairman of the Rajouri Municipality Rajinder Gupta also addressed the gathering and hoped that the massive developmental projects being implemented in Rajouri will ensure that this town gets back its lost glory as a heritage town. He said that such projects will also give a further boost to the various tourism activities in the area. Prominent among others who were present on the occasion included Kamal Bakshi, Kiran Sharma, Atam Gupta, Vickey Dutta, Bashir Bhat, Mohd. Iqbal, Sardar Nirman Singh, Nalesh Bakshi, Sanjay Gupta, Rajiv Gupta and Sudesh Sharma.
BJP IS THE OTHER NAME OF DEVELOPEMENT : Sh. RAJESH GUPTA
Jammu East MLA and party chief whip Rajesh Gupta inaugurated the construction work of the foot path of Rajinder Bazaar at an estimated cost of rupees 8 lakhs.The PWD officials who accompanied the MLA included AEE Rajesh Sharma, JE Jagdish Singh,Sanjay Kapoor and Rakesh Khajuria. The members of the Rajinder Bazaar Traders Association welcomed the MLA for the having initiated the process of the construction of foot path.The members of the association who were present on the occasion included Atul Rajpal,Krishan Lal Gupta, Arjun Gupta, Balraj Gupta and Raman Gandotra. Rajesh Gupta while speaking on the occasion said that development is an ongoing process and would continue at a rapid speed.He said that Modi Jis inspirational leadership has energised the whole country and every citizen is whole heartedly contributing in the process of nation building. The welfare schemes launched by the Modi government provide every individual the opportunity to grow and prosper.He said that no previous government's in history have been able to provide so many opportunities for its citizens that Modi government has provided in 3 years time.He said that this is the time when our nation would take its place amongst the very top nations in the world,A place that it richly deserves. Rajesh Gupta said that the government has taken landmark decisions like demonetisation, GST implimentation and abolition of Triple Talaq Bill.He said that the BJP is only driven by the long term interests of the nation and not populism as practised by other parties. And also accompanied the MLA included BJP leaders mandal president Prof.Shyam Gupta, Chaman Lal, Rajesh,Gopal, Jia Lal,Rama Pul,Ramesh Sharma, HarI Om,Madan Gopal,Tony,Surinder Anand,Naveen Anand, Vijay Mahajan, Bodhraj, Ashok Kumar, Joginder Gupta,Vikram Jeet,Manson, Janu Goswamy,P.C.Gupta,Tej Ram Chowdhry, Tilak Gupta and Vinod Bablu. The Prominents who accompanied the MLA included Subash sangra, Rajeev bharadwaj, Gokul koul, Rajinder gupta, Rajesh nischal and Rajkumar.
JK among the safest destination for tourists, especially women: Smt. Priya Sethi
Inviting people from South India to experience the real Jammu & Kashmir, Minister of State for Tourism Priya Sethi said the state offers an array of facilities to cater to every type of tourism needs of the visitors - be it business, adventure, religious tourism.The Minister was speaking at seminar and press meet on J&K tourism organized here by the Department of Tourism J&K in collaboration with J&K Tourism Alliance.The seminar is a part of series of road shows organized by the department to promote J&K as a destination to travelers from South India.“People have apprehensions about visiting Kashmir, but I must tell you that Jammu and Kashmir is one of the safest tourism destinations,” the Minister affirmed.Welcoming the tourism tie-up between the J&K and Tamil Nadu, Priya Sethi said that the national tourism promotional programme ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’ has provided both the states a platform to support each other in promoting tourism. She also invited corporate houses to hold their conventions and meetings at J&K, saying the state has finest properties to host such events.Business houses can host their events, board meetings, annual meets etc at J&K, the Minister said adding that the visitors have options to pick between many famous star brands like Taj, ITC, Radisson, Sarovar, Four Point Sheraton, Fortune. She further said that to J&K has world class properties like Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC), Pahalgam Club to hold a variety of business events.Speaking on the occasion, Secretary Tourism Sarmad Hafeez gave an overall overview of the J&K tourism products. He highlighted the distinct features of all the three regions of the state.Secretary Tourism also quoted the recently released report of National Crime Records Bureau which has stated that no crime was recorded against tourists whether foreign or local in Jammu and Kashmir.“J&K is an extremely safe destination for women travelling alone. The feedback from women travelers from all over has been tremendous with respect to how safe they felt there”, he added.Sarmad Hafeez said J&K state is diverse in every aspect – be it culture, handicraft, cuisine, landscape, religion, architecture.“J&K is a complete package for a traveler to experience a variety in one state,” he said, adding, “the state is home to many famous gardens and heritage sites like Pari Mahal, Hari Parbat fort, over 3000 years old Burzuhama ruins, Mubrak Mandi, Shankar Acharya temple (250 B.C.), one of the biggest sun temples in India Martand Sun temple which was built in the 8th century, the Nara Nag temple ruins, and also famous sufi Shrines like Char-i-Sharief, Mukhdoom Sahaib, Ashmukam, Khankah Mohallah and many more.”Secretary Tourism who is also the MD Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Development Corporation (JKTDC) said they have already announced 50 percent rebate on all its properties across J&K.“The hoteliers and the hotel associations have also announced rebate on their properties which can be availed on holiday packages to Kashmir,” said Sarmad Hafeez.He said this road show in Chennai will help build a strong relationship between J&K and Tamil Nadu. “People of Tamil Nadu have always had a special place in our hearts as we share the qualities of warmth and hospitality which are so dear to us”, he added.Director Tourism Kashmir Mahmood A Shah also spoke on the occasion and informed the gathering that tourist flow to J&K for South India has seen an increase this year and hoped for this trend to continue in future.On the occasion, the department also screened many Tamil movies shot in Kashmir over the past two decades which was appreciated by the audience on the occasion.Scores of the travel agent, hoteliers and houseboat owners from all the three regions of the J&K visited Chennai to participate in the tourism show which was also attended by over 100 leading tour operators of the Tamil Nadu State.The travel agents on the occasion expressed their willingness to promote JK which, they said, has huge attraction among travelers in South India.Deputy Director Tourism Kashmir Peerzada Zahoor, GM Operations Delhi Haat C B Koul were also present there along with host of travel trade fraternity from Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh regions.The department is also organizing road show and Press Meet at Bangalore on December 27 and another road show and seminar at Hyderabad on December 28, 2017.Commissioner Tourism Tamil Nadu Palni Kumar, President Travel Agents Association of India Sunil Kumar and Chairman Southern Chapter TAAI Shahul were also present on the occasion.
Dr. Jitendra has given to pace of development in region: Pawan Khajuria
BJP holds Press Conference, counters misinformation campaign by Panther.Taking strong exception to misinformation campaign being carried by National Panthers Party (JKNPP), BJP State General Secretary Pawan Khajuria held a press conference at party headquarter, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu enumerating the achievements of BJP for the outright development of the whole region and particularly Udhampur, which was targeted by politically rejected JKNPP. BJP State Secretary Sanjay Baru and State Press Secretary Dr. Pardeep Mahotra also accompanied him during Press Conference.Pertinent to mention here that Balwant Singh Mankotia, President JKNPP had alleged that Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh has failed in serving the people. While taking dig at Balwant Singh Mankotia, Pawan Khajuria said the failed leader once was himself the MLA from the region and was in office for the long 12 years, asking him that what all steps he took for the development of the region and alleged that their party is just a family business, formed in 4 walls of a room and how can they target the world’s largest party with “True Democracy” in roots and “Good Governance” in core. Out rightly rejecting the allegation, that Dr. Jitendra Singh while serving in PMO is not serving the public in his constituency, he said that even common mass is objecting to this baseless allegation. He said that they should introspect themselves, while always pursuing double standards and airing different speaks in Jammu and Kashmir, while serving to their own selfish mottos.While enumerating various achievements, Pawan Khajuria said that the region has always witnessed unprecedented growth and development whenever any BJP candidate has got elected from the region. He said that, Today Udhampur-Doda MP Dr. Jitendra Singh has proven his worth in PMO helping PM Narendra Modi in the service of Nation, which is a matter of pride for the people of Jammu & Kashmir. He said that Dr. Jitendra Singh has given pace to the development while doing unmatched work for the region, while focussing on equitable development in whole J&K.Khajuria mentioned special package for the beautification and preservation of Devika river, with a whooping sum of 170.5 Crore Rupees, coming up of super-speciality hospital in Udhampur, Passport Office in Udhampur and soon in Kathua, allotment of Sports Stadium in every district, allotment of 1400 Crore Rupees out of 2700 Crore rupees under PMSKY to Udhampur-Doda, work on Smart cities, coming up of Radio Station at Udhampur fulfilling long pending genuine demand of people. he said that Dr. Jitendra Singh has spent 2 Crores out of CDF in only this particular year for various welfare works. Work started on building of bunkers in border districts on which work was initiated by Atal ji, Bio-Tech Park as a gift to Jammuites, Tunnel from Sudh Mahadev to Marmat, IIT, IIM, Kiria-Gardyal Bridge, procurement of Metrological Equipment. National river preservation project is also given momentum. Increase in honorarium from 3000 to 6000 Rupees for SPOs. Regarding Saddal village, he said that due to natural disaster, numerous innocent villagers lost their life and now Dr. Jitendra Singh has spent near 1 Crore Rupees for it. He also said that while working as Incharge in Gujarat elections, Dr. Jitendra continuously visited Jammu at every weekend to address to public and party activists. He always served the land of Jammu & Kashmir while serving on important portfolio in the PMO, he added.
BJP holds organizational meeting
Giving pace to the effective working of booth level activists in view of approaching Panchayat Elections in state, BJP held a District level meeting led by its State General Secretary Harinder Gupta. State Additional Office Secretary & She-Prabhari Suresh Sharma, former Minister & MLA Sukhnandan Kumar, District President Omi Khajuria, senior leader Nand Kishore also accompanied him in the meeting which saw the detailed discussions about the forthcoming Panchayat Elections and organizational matters.Harinder Gupta, while addressing the meeting, prompted all the party leaders to work for the strengthening of organization in every hamlet. He said that the working of a BJP activist must be viewed in high regards by the common masses owing to the strong and high character building in the organization. He said that the BJP has never compromised in its core ethics and principles while working for the welfare of the society keeping agenda of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikaas” in mind. He asked all the party leaders to cover every single issue of the common masses by approaching individually to the last man standing in row and ensure that every candidate supported by the party turns out to be a winning candidate. He also threadbare discussed about the ongoing Polling Booth Sammelans for strengthening the party base and asked the party activists to promote digital transactions while collecting any party fund.Sukhnandan Kumar boasted on the achievements of Centre and State Governments and said that the present regime is doing unmatched work to end the woes of common masses. He also enumerated various developmental works he has initiated for the welfare of masses in his constituency and prompted the activists to approach him for any type of public issues at any hour.Suresh Sharma asked the party leaders to ensure reach of all public welfare schemes of Central Government to the common masses in order to prompt them to take their benefits, while discussing the various organizational matters with the party leaders.Omi Khajuria assured the senior leaders of the party that the dedicated cadre of the organization will leave no stone unturned to strengthen the party while pursuing the developmental and organizational works and claimed that all the election promises are being fulfilled in the area.Vikas Choudhary, K. L. Sharma, Pawan Slathia, Mukesh Sharma, Neetu Verma, Rohit Verma, Darshana Sharma, Ashok Sharma, Sat Paul, Babu Ram, Neel Kanth, Narinder singh Jamwal, Yashpaul Seth, Ravi Verma and others were among the prominent leaders and activists present in the meeting.
Prof. Virender called for early development of Aparna Ashram
BJP State Spokesperson Prof. Virender Gupta expressed his deep concern on the fact that development of Tourism in Jammu region is not inviting the required attention of the State Government. He said that one of the examples regarding neglected of tourism potential of the region came up when Director General Tourism of Union Govt. Satyajeet Rajan expressed his deep displeasure on his finding that State Government, like the previous coalition government of NC-Congress has not shown any interest in developing huge property of Aparna Ashram at Mantalai while ignoring the advice of Union Tourism Ministry.Prof. Virender Gupta said that as reported in the media that the State Tourism Department has not taken even the step of preparing Detailed Project Report (DPR) of developing infrastructure of Aparna Ashram. Prof. Gupta said that Aparna Ashram left by Swami Dhirendra Brahmchari has a worth of several hundred crores of rupees which is spread over 1002 kanals of land. He said that merely spending around Rs. 8 crore, the Aparna Ashram can be put into best utilization by creating 30 to 40 rooms in addition to 27 rooms / halls those are alreading existing.He further added that the above work if undertaken, it would supplement the proposed International Yoga Centre on which the National Project Construction Corporation would start the work in the month of January-February in 2018. As per the report the Director General has advised the State Tourism Department and Patnitop Development Authority for taking immediate steps to develop infrastructure of Aparna Ashram so that the work gets completed before the completion of International Yoga Centre at Mantalai as it would supplement the Yoga Centre which would be ready within next three-four years.Prof. Virender stated that without the development of Aparna Ashram the Mantalai-Sudhmahadev-Patnitop Tourism circuit would remain incomplete.He mentioned that in a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed in the matter before the State High Court, the High Court has appointed a Commissioner to visit Mantalai as well as Sudhmahadev to furnish report concerning the existing infrastructure and the facilities available at the site.The Spokesperson expressed his hope that with the intervention of High Court the State Tourism Department might wake up and start initiating work on the development of infrastructure in Aparna Ashram.
Increasing hostility of Pakistan deserves a befitting response: Brig Gupta
The prompt punitive strike carried out by Infantry Commandos (Ghatak) of the Infantry Battalion of Indian Army in the Rakh Chakri sub-sector of Rawalakot (POJK) across Poonch should serve as a perfect warning to the Pakistan Army of the brilliant professionalism and valiant spirit of the Indian Army troops deployed on the Line of Control who will revenge each and every violation by the Pakistan Army with greater ferocity and vigour stated the press release issued by Bharatiya Janata Party wherein praises have been showered on the befitting and timely response of Indian Army to the dastardly and barbarous act of ceasefire violation in Keri (Nowshera) sector couple of days back. Pakistan needs to behave and exercise proper control and restraint on its troops deployed on Indian border failing which it should be ready to face the consequences has warned Brig Anil Gupta, State Spokesperson of the Party. The release states that ever since the installation of Modi government at the Centre there has been a policy shift on responding to unprovoked ceasefire violations wherein local commanders have been delegated full authority for appropriate response in order to maintain tactical assertiveness under the umbrella of strategic restraint. The prompt retaliation by the Indian troops wherein they went across the LOC to plant an Improvised Explosive Device (IED)and killing six Pakistani soldiers in the resultant cross fire speaks volumes of the valour of our troops and deserves kudos stated Brig Gupta.Such actions lead to quid pro quo responses and may lead to escalation of tension on the LOC causing undue harassment to the local residents according to Brig Gupta. He advised the local administration to prepare various contingencies so that they are not caught unaware leading to unnecessary loss of life or injury to the locals. The loss suffered by the Pakistani Army will not be easily digestible to it and it may respond by targeting the civilians warned the press release.Bharatiya Janata Party also expressed dismay and concern at the inhuman behaviour of Pakistani officials during the meeting of the mother and wife of Commander Kulbhushan Jadhav with him. Pakistani authorities failed to adhere to the mutually agreed protocols prior to the meeting and deliberately violated them to harass the visitors. The personal and religious sentiments of the ladies were hurt and they were subjected to an “emotional torture” read the statement. Pakistan crossed all limits of civility and humanitarianism during the planned visit and proved to the world the scant respect it has for social values and human rights lamented Brig Gupta. The meeting not only proved to be farce but a blatant attempt to create false narratives regarding involvement of Commander Jadhav in alleged cases of terrorism in Pakistan which we strongly condemn. The increasing hostility of Pakistan deserves a befitting response which hopefully should be done soon said Brig Gupta.
बलदेव सिंह ने वार्ड नंबर 46 में बैठक कर संगठनात्मक कार्य का लिया जायज़ा
भारतीय जनता पार्टी के जम्मू जिला अध्यक्ष बलदेव सिंह बलोरिया ने वार्ड नंबर 46 में प्रवास कर बूथ स्तर के कार्यकर्ताओं और लोगो से बैठक की और उनकी समस्याओं का जायजा लिया। वार्ड नंबर 46 के बूथ कार्यकर्ताओं ने बलोरिया का स्वागत किया और उन्हें गुजरात और हिमाचल प्रदेश की जीत पर बधाई दी बलोरिया ने कार्यकर्ता से कहा की गुजरात और हिमाचल के जीतने के बाद भाजपा के पास अब 19 राज्यों में भाजपा की सरकार है और अब भाजपा का हर कार्यकर्ता जम्मू व कश्मीर राज्य में होने वाले पंचयत चुनाव के लिए त्यार है। मौके पर बलोरिया ने लोगों से कहा कि वह अपने उन विकास कार्यो के बारे में बताये जो जल्द होने की जरूरत है। ऐसे में लोगों ने कई गलियों और नालियों की समस्या को उजागर कर बलोरिया को बताया कि इन गलियों का विकास आज तक नहीं हुआ ऐसे में इनका निर्माध अतिशीघ्र करने की जरूरत है। बलोरिया ने लोगो को आश्वासन दिया कि यह काम जल्द स्पीकर कविंदर गुप्ता के समक्ष रख उन्हें जल्द से जल्द करवाया जायेगा!
BJP Mahila Morcha celebrates “Sushasan Diwas”
BJP Mahila Morcha led by its State President Purnima Sharma celebrated Sushasan Diwas on the birthday of former Prime Minister & Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee among the students of Government Middle School, Sarwal, which was organized by its State General Secretary, Veenu Khanna. Mahila Morcha State Secretary Neena Gupta was also present on the occasion.Students and the staff of school led by the School Principal remembered the good works of the great leader Atal ji and wished God Almighty that his life ahead be filled with years of joys and prosperity so that his guidance be available to all future generations for the character building and Nationalism. There were host of cultural programmes marked by the Debate Competition and the poetry written by Atal ji, after which the students were distributed stationary and eatables by the Mahila Morcha leaders.While speaking on the occasion, Purnima Sharma said that Atal ji has worked for the poor and the downtrodden in his entire life while always focusing on the upliftment of last man living in the most neglected sections of the society. She said that he
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About Jory’s Work
Eliana’s Warlord
The Warrens, Book 1
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Driven to escape an impending marriage to one of the elite, Eliana flees New San Jose. But in the violence-filled warrens surrounding the walled city, her path crosses Jaxon’s. With a touch and the sound of his voice, he makes her burn.
He’s the ultimate alpha male. The ultimate power in his territory. The ultimate threat to her freedom. He’s warlord and for him, I want and I’ll have are indistinguishable.
One look at Eliana and Jax won’t be denied. She might be running from another man, but in his warren, the only law that matters is the law of possession. And he intends just that, full possession—even if she’s trouble, the kind of trouble he might have to kill for, or die for.
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She walked into the bar and Jax knew she was trouble.
Perfect trouble. Heart-pounding trouble. The kind of trouble another man might just be willing to die for.
She came in with her shoulders hunched and head ducked, the black hoodie that might mean she was coming out of Elias’s warren pulled forward in a vain effort to hide a beautiful face.
Good luck with that. What little he could see of her caramel-toned features was enough to get him straightening out of a slouch, his body humming and his dick going hard in a scorching rush of I want.
This was his place. Painted green with his graffiti tagged on either side of the door instead of just at the building corners.
She’d known coming in that there was a good chance he’d be here. She’d known coming in that for a warlord, I want and I’ll have were indistinguishable.
His territory. His turf. His little kingdom carved between the towering external wall of New San Jose and the wild lands.
A quick glance in his direction, the barest touch of her eyes to his before she looked away and the voices around him went silent.
He willed her to look at him again so he could signal her over to the table.
She ignored him, making a straight line for the bar. And fuck if her disobedience didn’t make him a different kind of hot.
Behind the bar, Enrique stopped bullshitting with a customer and started moving, combing back long black hair with his fingers and anticipating where she was going to be when she reached the polished wood.
Enrique’s expression said, I’m going to fuck this one.
Not until after I’m done, Jax thought, and stared hard enough to have Enrique look away from the woman and at him.
A minute shake of Jax’s head said, Mine.
A tip of Enrique’s chin downward. Acknowledged.
Jax’s cock was already throbbing, pulsing against his jeans in a let-me-out-to-play beat that had him reaching down and adjusting himself.
They might not make it out of the bar before he took her. Hell, they might not even make it to the back room.
Wouldn’t be the first time he’d fucked a woman in front of his men and the hangers-on and whoever else happened to be there, spies included.
A feminine hand landed on his stomach and pushed beneath his waistband to grasp his dick, reminding him that he hadn’t been alone when she walked into his place.
His cock jerked in Shell’s hand, animal reaction, but his dick wasn’t really interested. Been there, done that. More than once. Hell, more times than he could remember, because these days convenient trumped the effort required to summon a woman to his table or his bedroom or wherever else he wanted to take one.
Steps away from the bar, the woman he wanted veered and headed toward the hallway leading to the bathrooms and back room.
Jax grasped Shell’s wrist and pulled her hand away from his dick. “Go keep Enrique company.” Only fair to toss tonight’s bartender a consolation prize.
The woman slipped from sight. Jax slid out of the booth.
He lifted his gun off the scarred wooden table.
The law of New San Jose said only those with permits could own a firearm. The truth was, only the privileged elite were wealthy enough to pay the fees.
But this was his warren. And he was the law here.
He jammed the gun into his waistband at the middle of his back and headed toward the hallway without a glance at Shell.
Half a step from the table and she’d ceased to exist for him. Fuck, he couldn’t even remember the last woman who’d had his dick banging to get free of his pants or his heart beating fast.
Jax reached the hallway entrance. Anticipation surged through him, heat that hurried his steps. A couple of minutes max and she’d be stripped and flat on her back.
Long strides took him to the women’s bathroom. He banged the door open.
A blonde at the sink spun and gasped. Her hand flew to her throat. Her eyes widened to a pleading, terrified look that told him she thought she’d caught his interest but she belonged to somebody she loved.
His bar. His warren. Everything in it was his for the taking.
“Out,” he said.
She fled past him.
He was almost insulted by her relief. He might have a reputation for doing several different women in the same day, but he’d never killed a man over a woman. Never taken one who belonged to someone else unless she was offered to him. Hell, he’d turned down plenty of women who did belong to someone else.
Jax looked at the five bathroom stalls but didn’t bother bending to see which one she was in.
His hand dropped to the front of his jeans, gripped his cock through the rough material. Fuck, he wanted her. How could just a quick glimpse of her face and barest touch of her eyes to his have him panting after her like a man without enough money to visit a whorehouse?
“Come out of the stall,” he said, and even he heard the dark hunger in his voice.
A toilet flushed.
His cock pulsed through the jeans, demanding he unzip.
A twist and the slide of a latch preceded the slow swing inward of the stall door closest to the frosted window.
He fought against stepping forward. She’d come to him. Not the other way around.
A redhead emerged, feverish anticipation in her blue eyes, lips wet and blouse unbuttoned to reveal deep, creamy cleavage.
“Out,” he growled.
She registered surprise. Then confident expectation, not believing he could be rejecting her.
He’d seen her around a lot in recent weeks. Contemplated taking her up on the offer in her every glance, but let the opportunity go when one of his men went after her first.
She came toward him, the way she moved an invitation for him to order her onto her knees with her mouth open, or to brace against the wall and hike her nothing of a skirt up and spread her legs.
Maybe another time.
He hardened his expression, used the jerk of his head to tell her to go around him. Not that he’d be surprised if he found her waiting at his table, claiming she thought that’s where he meant her to go.
She passed him, close enough he smelled her perfume.
Behind him the door opened and closed. He felt the emptiness in the bathroom then.
He ripped open the closest stall door.
Then a second. A third.
The fourth.
Jax slammed out of the bathroom. His muscles tightened in a rush of aggressiveness.
He stalked to the door leading to the back room. Stabbed the keypad to the right of the door, each metallic click adding to his impatience.
Only his inner circle had the code for the lock, but she better not be in the back room.
A final click and he surged through the doorway.
Samuel was boning a blonde on the couch, the darkness of his skin magnified by the paleness of hers. He jerked, growled, “What the fuck!”
His face turned toward Jax and he sighed, levered himself upward, the plaited hair he was so proud of sliding off his shoulders. “You need the room? Or you need me for something?”
“I’m good.”
Jax stepped backward, pulling the door closed and not liking the relief that swept through him.
He touched his hand to his shirt, pressed the tattoo inked above his heart, not that he needed any reminders of what a woman was capable of and why he’d never let one have power over him.
The only reason he was chasing after this one was because she’d managed to catch and hold his interest, that’s all. He’d fuck her and set her free, same as all the others.
His attention snapped to the men’s bathroom. His muscles tightened again. Three fast strides and he entered, the door hitting the wall and rebounding.
Empty. But she’d been there.
Cool, night air flowed into the room where she’d climbed on a urinal and opened the window to leave unseen.
Jax spun and went straight to the bar.
Shell was on her knees giving Enrique head behind the counter, but having his dick in her mouth wouldn’t have made Enrique less observant.
“She come back through?” Jax asked.
“Anyone just come in?”
Jax headed for the front door. Luke, sitting near it, gently lifted his woman off his lap and got to his feet.
Rand, in a booth to the left, shoved the brunette hanger-on he’d been making out with aside and stood.
There was a scrape of chairs behind Jax, three of his other men readying themselves for action. And fuck, he didn’t want any of them with him.
He put his hand up to stop the ones behind him from following, saw Luke’s expression go tight, gaze flicking to a newcomer who’d shown up earlier and had the vibe of a spy belonging to one of the New San Jose elite.
Luke put his muscled bulk between the door and Jax. “The woman?”
“Went out the bathroom window.”
“I’ll find her.”
His woman didn’t like that. She crossed her arms, holding back the protest even if she let it take over her face.
Luke’s massive arm went across her shoulders. He pulled her against his side to mollify her.
She was a looker with her rich brown skin and large breasts. Jax got the attraction but he still couldn’t wrap his head around Luke trusting his heart to a woman.
Some of his other men, yeah, they’d come from a different kind of family. It didn’t surprise him they’d settled on one woman. Made no apologies about getting their woman’s name inked above their hearts and keeping their dicks in their pants except for pissing. But Luke…
He shrugged it off. Their lives, their choices. It’d never be his.
“Move,” Jax said, the word coming out harsher than he’d intended.
Luke cocked his head. The bare hint of a smile on his lips was nearly an invitation to fight. Just because they’d been willing to put their lives on the line for each other since they were kids didn’t mean they pulled punches or were afraid to draw blood.
Jax bared his teeth. “Get out of my way.”
Luke showed more of his, the smile moving to his eyes.
“Sure thing, Jax.”
Luke got out of the way and Jax stepped into the cool night air.
They’d give him a head start, but at least two of his men would follow, most likely three since he hadn’t given a direct order to remain behind.
He peeled to the right. A shot of adrenaline hit at facing the narrow alley between the bar and one of his storehouses.
In a little while the moon would be high enough to light the long strip between buildings. But right now it was all darkness. Enough to cover her escape or hide someone waiting with a knife and a death wish.
He touched the gun at the base of his spine. Smiled and entered the alley without pulling the weapon.
Moving fast, his eyes adjusting, he reached the place beneath the open bathroom window where she would have dropped to the ground.
It hit him then, she was running from someone, not escaping his interest.
It only made him want her more.
Fucking perverse. But maybe things had been too quiet for too long and that’s why he was in the mood for trouble.
He jogged to the end of the alley, emerged at the back of the bar. Rand, Leon and Luke waited there.
Jax’s lips quirked upward at thinking about Samuel’s reaction to them cutting through the back room and interrupting his fuck.
“See anyone?” Jax asked.
Rand shook his head. “No.”
Jax looked at Luke, ground his teeth against reacting to the I’m going to enjoy this smile. “Go back inside. Anybody shows up from now on who isn’t a regular, sweat them. I want her name. I want to know who she’s running from and why.”
Luke punched in the code and pulled open the back door.
“Fuck it!” Samuel yelled at being interrupted again.
Jax laughed along with the others, but just as fast the humor evaporated. “If she circles back, keep her here,” he told Luke. “And make damn sure nobody touches her.”
“Sure thing.” Luke stepped through the doorway grinning. “Happy hunting.”
Leon touched a finger to the dark soul patch he’d taken to wearing. “I’m seeing the potential here. Maybe we should start sending some of the whores running and hiding.”
Rand smirked. “Women you’ve been sticking your dick into lately, I can see why maybe it’s starting to feel like you’re shooting fish in a barrel.”
“Back at you,” Leon said. “You’ve been doing the same women. So has Jax.”
Wide mouths opening and closing on dicks. Thighs flapping open and bodies flipping over to be taken from the top or from behind, yeah, kind of like fish in a barrel, which was why he was out here chasing a mystery woman instead of inside fucking Shell.
Question was, how well did his mystery woman know his warren and where was she heading? A specific destination? Or was she just looking for a place to stop and hide for the night?
His territory was pie-shaped, kissing the New San Jose wall for a relatively short distance, then widening and becoming more and more like the wild lands the further out it went. He didn’t waste resources lighting streets, but the full moon meant the market square a few blocks away would be packed with vendor carts and musicians hoping to grab extra business. It meant the bars closest to the square were selling less liquor but had a steady stream of men drinking with their buddies outside then coming in to warm up between the legs of the whores who worked the upstairs rooms.
It was as good a place as any to start looking for his mystery woman.
Jax started jogging in that direction.
Rand pulled up next to him. “Sweat anyone who comes in looking for her? Make sure nobody touches her? Not like you to go all caveman over a woman.”
“You’ve lost it if that’s what you think. Wanting answers is not going caveman.”
Rand grinned. “If you say so.”
“I say so.” Putting sarcasm in his tone, Jax added, “You happen to notice she was wearing Elias’s colors?”
“And that matters how? Unless maybe she’s a stray and you’re planning on being neighborly and returning her.”
Jax clenched his jaw rather than let Rand goad him into saying that unless she was wearing some other man’s ink, he wasn’t interested in returning her, only fucking her.
Ahead of them the laughter and easy chatter of the marketplace changed to a buzz carrying the word fight.
Jax closed the distance at a faster pace.
At the back of the crowd, money was already changing hands.
Rand took point, putting his hands on the shoulders of the two men in front of him.
They half-turned, fuck if I’m going to let you through on their faces and about to leave their mouths until they saw who wanted through.
They stepped aside, telling the people in front of them.
Nobody wanted to be standing anywhere close if a fight broke out with the warlord and his men.
A path opened, straight to the front of a fight circle.
“I got fifty standard copper pieces on hoodie,” said a slurred-voiced man standing two back from the circle’s edge.
A gray-haired woman in front of him and to the right turned. “I’ll take the fifty.”
Jax hit the edge of the circle and there she was, the gathered crowd trapping her with Tanya, one of the regular vendors selling pig meat in the square.
The black hood was thrown back, revealing warm caramel skin and light brown hair that reached her shoulders, each strand softly kinked a dozen times.
His hands flexed. Need burned through him at imagining himself fisting her hair and using those soft, silky strands to draw her to him.
Fuck, she was beautiful. Up close he didn’t think once or twice would do it for him. It might take twenty, thirty rounds to get her out of his system.
He’d let her fight as long as it didn’t look as if she’d get hurt. He’d give her a chance at victory, and then he’d claim his prize.
“What started it?” he asked the old woman who’d taken the drunk’s bet.
“Tanya’s man took an interest in her.”
Jax turned hard eyes on the man in question.
The sun hadn’t been down long and already Tanya’s man swayed from too much drink.
“He touch her?”
Jax felt the excitement of those close enough to hear the growled question.
“Grabbed her,” a sweaty, rank-looking man standing on the other side of the woman said. “Tried to kiss her.”
Fury moved through Jax. Nobody touched what belonged to him, and until he said he didn’t give a fuck who she was with, she wasn’t available.
He stopped before giving the order to drag Tanya’s man over so he could break his fucking hands and rip off his lips.
“Yeah?” Rand asked, I fucking called it, you’ve gone caveman over a woman in his voice.
Jax clenched his jaw. A muscle spasmed in his cheek.
He dismissed the order with a shake of his head. Ignored the flash of Rand’s teeth.
Rand took a silver piece from a pocket, walked it through his fingers. “I’ll put this on hoodie, Leon. You on?”
Leon shot a look at Jax, then Rand. “Suck-up.”
Rand laughed. “Can’t blame me, can you?”
Jax crossed his arms over his chest. Fuckers had been with him too long for him to get mad at some of the shit they pulled.
In the ring, Tanya swung a meaty fist.
His mystery woman ducked but she didn’t follow it by launching an attack.
Tanya charged.
His woman leapt away. Kicked, landed a blow to Tanya’s back and sent her crashing forward—
And again, failed to attack.
Whoever she was, she’d had some self-defense training, the kind someone might have taught a younger sister to help her get away from trouble, not engage it.
Tanya charged again, face reddened.
She swung a beefy fist and again his woman dipped, dodged, danced to the side, making Tanya appear clumsy.
Some in the crowd cheered.
More booed.
“Going to get uglier if hoodie doesn’t engage,” Rand murmured.
Jax agreed. He could feel the mood shift to impatient. The crowd wanted blood, not the beauty of lithe, evasive movement.
And every one of hers was just that. Lithe. Evasive. Sensuous. Every one of hers made him want to get his hands on her, to strip away the rest of her clothing.
She danced away from Tanya, kicked again and made contact.
Tanya grunted and staggered.
It wasn’t enough to satisfy the crowd. Like a predatory animal with one mind, the crowd closed in, tightening the circle to force an escalation into violence.
Sensing it, or perhaps sensing that she’d lost whatever advantage she’d gained by entering his bar and escaping through the window, she went on the offensive.
Three lucky strikes, one with a foot, two with fists, and Tanya was on the ground, a couple of teeth glistening on the sidewalk and blood seeping from beneath the hands held to her face.
Jax moved in before the circle collapsed and his woman tried to dart through an opening and disappear. Her back was to him but he knew the instant she became aware of his approach.
She surged forward, away from him.
The couple in front of her closed the gap.
She turned slightly and the scrawny man she faced paled and threw his arm across the shoulders of the muscled man to the right.
Jax’s smile was hard and satisfied. His inner circle could get away with treating him as if he wasn’t warlord, but the people in his warren knew better. Whether they’d won money or lost money betting on her, no one in the crowd was stupid enough to open a path and allow her to escape when he was the one coming after her.
He reached her. Locked a hand around her upper arm.
Electric pleasure traveled from his palm to his chest and then straight to his dick. “Let’s go.”
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Skycorp’s First Customer, Space America
Skycorp worked as a subcontractor to Space America in the development of a low cost launch vehicle. Skycorp was responsible for the design of the on board computer, the guidance navigation, and control system hardware, communications and the power system for the vehicle.
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In 1999 and 2000 Skycorp Incorporated partnered with LunaCorp under contract to Radio Shack to develop a spacecraft that would fly to the Moon and broadcast back real time video of the “Earthrise” over the Moon for a television commercial for half time at the Superbowl in 2001. Skycorp engineering did the mission planning and the overall design of the spacecraft. The propulsion system was based upon xenon ion propulsion.
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In October of 2000 Skycorp signed a Space Act agreement with NASA for the deployment of a small satellite carrying a MacIntosh G4 server and communications system from the International Space Station (ISS). This was to be a test of the ability to cache Internet websites for redistribution to remote terminals over a Wi-Fi type link. The project was shelved due to the dot com and telecommunications crash curtailing funding for space ventures.
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Odisha targets 55 lakh tonne paddy procurement during Kharif season
The Odisha cabinet on Monday approved the food and procurement policy for the Kharif marketing season 2018-19 with a target to procure 55 lakh tonnes of paddy from farmers.
This will be equivalent to 37 lakh tonnes of rice, Chief Secretary A.P. Padhi said.
However, there is no bar on the procurement of a higher quantity of paddy if this comes to 'mandis' from registered farmers. The target can be revised if the need arises, he added.
The paddy will be procured between November 2018 and April 2019.
Farmers would be paid the Minimum Support Price (MSP) fixed by the union government at Rs 1,750 per quintal for the common variety of paddy and Rs 1,770 the for Grade-A variety. The money would be directly paid into the bank accounts of farmers within three days of the procurement.
While 23 lakh tonnes of the procured rice will be pumped into the Public Distribution System, the remaining 14 lakh tonnes will be delivered to the central pool through the Food Corporation of India (FCI).
In 2017-18, the state government had procured 49.06 lakh tonnes of paddy in the Kharif and Rabi seasons, said Padhi.
The cabinet also approved the guidelines of the new Rs 1,250 crore 'Ama Gaon Ama Bikas' scheme that will be effective from this year. Its major objective is to take up new projects that will contribute to the overall development of community and wellbeing of the people at the Panchayat level.
The projects will be approved by the Chief Minister.
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Bernie Madoff asks: "Am I a sociopath?"
From an interview with the New York magazine:
“How could I have done this?” he asks. “I was making a lot of money. I didn’t need the money. [Am I] a flawed character?”
In some ways, Madoff has not tried to evade blame. He has made a full confession, telling me again and again that nothing justifies what he did. And yet, for Madoff, that doesn’t settle the matter. He feels misunderstood. He can’t bear the thought that people think he’s evil. “I’m not the kind of person I’m being portrayed as,” he told me.
And so, sitting alone with his therapist, in the prison khakis he irons himself, he seeks reassurance. “Everybody on the outside kept claiming I was a sociopath,” Madoff told her one day. “I asked her, ‘Am I a sociopath?’ ” He waited expectantly, his eyelids squeezing open and shut, that famous tic. “She said, ‘You’re absolutely not a sociopath. You have morals. You have remorse.’ ” Madoff paused as he related this. His voice settled. He said to me, “I am a good person.”
There aren’t many who would agree. For most of the world, Bernie Madoff is a monster; he betrayed thousands of investors, bankrupted charities and hedge funds. On paper, his Ponzi scheme lost nearly $65 billion; the effects spread across five continents. And he brought down his own family with him, a more intimate kind of betrayal.
Madoff, 72, is in prison with a sentence of 150 years, which seems more than just, given the enormity of his crime. Though the financial damage continues, prison seemed to conclude Madoff’s part of the story. Then, on the second anniversary of Madoff’s arrest, his son Mark, age 46, slipped a vacuum-cleaner cord over a pipe on the living-room ceiling of his Soho loft and tried to hang himself. When it broke, he tried again with a dog’s leash, and succeeded. This was the kind of cosmic retribution that might have been exacted in the House of Atreus, the suicide an accusation of a vast betrayal. It seemed a death designed to hurt the living—even a monster’s conscience must be moved by such a demonstration. After all, before he was exposed as a fraud, Madoff had been a family man.
After Mark’s suicide, I became interested in this most tragic of families and the elemental forces that had torn them apart. And so I began calling everyone connected to the business and the family. Soon a picture began to emerge. Madoff’s youngest son, Andrew, harder-edged and less prone to self-doubt than his brother, had been protected by his anger at his father’s betrayal. Mark’s rage consumed and overran him. Neither would speak to their father, even if their lawyers had permitted it. Their mother, Ruth, had to choose between her husband and her sons. She had chosen her husband of five decades—though after Mark’s suicide, she too no longer speaks to Madoff. After the death, Ruth rushed from her apartment in Florida—but wasn’t at the memorial service at his widow’s house. Most of the family didn’t want her there. Mark’s widow still won’t let her visit Mark’s two young children. Andrew, who hasn’t spoken to his father since December 10, 2008, the day Madoff confessed, is still largely estranged from his mother and distant from his brother’s widow, Stephanie. As he tells friends, his rage at his father, far from dissipating, has metastasized. To friends, he’d described his father as a bully and a gifted manipulator. Madoff was a family man, yes, but to Andrew, that was yet another manifestation of his narcissism. The family served the needs of Bernard L. Madoff.
Whine, whine, whiner. I think the author of the article has it right, Madoff is much more likely to be a narcissist than a sociopath -- completely delusional. But when you're committing fraud on such a grand scale, does it really matter what label society wants to slap on you?
yow, socio!
speaking of madoff: have you ever wondered at the wide overlap which exists between joos and sociopaths/psychopaths/narcissists? it is apparent in their commercial activity, but it reaches its fulcrum in how they deal with the Palestinians, effectively rationalizing every single crime away ("we're just nice good people taking what is ours, honestly") and even reversing the perp/victim relationship ("they made us destroy gaza for their own good").
To me, at least, joos and sociopaths look alike, just like one booger resembles the next one. Any wise comment about this?
Sea Witch March 1, 2011 at 1:35 AM
I agree that he's a narcissist, consumed by his imaginary martyr complex, posing distastefully as "a regular guy who made a bad mistake, succumbed to greed, and destroyed the most important thing in his life...his family."
To my mind he desires and seeks out martyrdom not for penance, or as a public show of Jewish practice, but because it feeds a deep psychological need.
His hunger for it is also apparent, supposedly in his own words, here.
LOL "joos"
Three ideas:
1. The idea that Madoff believes his shrink telling him he has morals and remorse.
2. Madoff did not possess morals or remorse WHILE he was scamming people and that's a fact, not that I would if I were scamming hollywood types either.
3. M.E.'s point: It doesn't matter WHAT he is.
All of the above made me chuckle during coffe-time this morning.
GagReflex March 1, 2011 at 6:14 AM
"But when you're committing fraud on such a grand scale, does it really matter what label society wants to slap on you?"
That's the current setting of our truth apparatus. 'Anything on a grand scale' automatically instills trust and acceptance. Pharmaceuticals, Facebook, Religion, Cable TV, Stocks and bonds, best selling life coaches, the institution of marriage, Defense budgets.
Always providing ample opportunities in between perfectly timed 'dream' cycles of fad feeding, suspension of belief, scam outrage, and 'solutions', the middle class is the largest real estate cultivated to blur the boundaries between scam and security.
I don't know wtf u just said.
SoulfulPath March 1, 2011 at 8:32 AM
Thank you Sea Witch for the prison interview you posted with Madoff. "The market is nothing more than a casino with less of a chance for the individual gambler." I agree, Narcissist.
This mentality is reflected brilliantly in the film which won best documentary Monday night, "Inside Job"
http://www.guardian.co.uk/film/2011/feb/17/inside-job-review
Yes, in this regard the casino metaphor applies. Money, sex and power bring out all sorts of automatic responses in regards to desire for the game, addiction to making a successful killing and the denial of involvement when things turn sour.
All whiners.
When is the next Messiah coming to turn some tables?
This guy was a straight up boss, he was a narcissist though, psychopaths aren't as stable as narcs are, there would have been red flags if he was a psychopath.
Lol Anon, that must be because ALL psychopaths are exactly the same right?
I wonder what would happen if you were not SO full of shit and all psychopaths were feeble and predictable such that your society could exist all knowing and worry-free.
However, the psychopath in your life is glad you think the way you do. Trust me. So I'm not going to school you today.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qT9ZfpTfP8w
Dragon Tattoo'ed March 1, 2011 at 11:22 AM
"When is the next Messiah coming to turn tables?"
I'm all for turning tables. I don't want a Messiah to do it for me. There have been enough.
I'm not a clinician, and I think it's absurd to say that he's clearly a narc or sociopath based off a brief interview where anyone with common sense would have lied their ass off.
And a clinician can only do so much. If the family/friends don't help with the PCL-R, s/he has only the inmate to ask, along with their record.
Bernie Madoff has a label for what he's done. Dead Man Walking. That's the label he should be worried about.
He's not a sociopath hes a jew.
I don't like when people pin me as an outcast or a freak, he is just trying to make people think that he is still completely normal and he isn't some kind of monster, it's called false modesty and it seems to be working.
None of you low lifes can talk about Madoff, he's top of the food chain you losers.
Dragon Tattoo'ed March 1, 2011 at 12:31 PM
Edit: my own fucking tables. Maybe his son should have turned a few tables instead of offing himself.
Another Messiah with a free market complex. How unusual. I'm sure he was doing it "for the greater good."
Ishbu March 1, 2011 at 12:32 PM
MR MADDOF U WILL BE AVENGED I SWEAR IT! ALAH AKBAR!!!!!
GagReflex March 1, 2011 at 12:53 PM
"These funds had to know I was shorting the trades to them with the market condition present at that time. It was their greed that kept them them insisting I honor my commitments to invest their monies along with my unwillingness to lose them as clients, that was my problem."
Thanks for the link Sea Witch. Perhaps this part of the interview reveals aspects of groupthink or an egregore in the context of hedge funds. Madoff's actions in spite of his misgivings and well as his regard for the fund as something with a will and desires more powerful than his own is plausible and especially telling.
Dragon Tattoo'ed March 1, 2011 at 1:24 PM
He had a wife, two sons, and a bouncing baby Ponzi scheme with a will of its own. An adorable story.
How fun it would have been, to get a hold of him before this all came out...
GagReflex March 1, 2011 at 2:07 PM
It just doesn't, couldn't exist in a society based on capitalistic materialism. Work and family values are in fact totally unrelated and alienated requiring the myth of free will to conjure up any cohesion. Marx knew that profits and quality were bound to contradict at some point. Conscience finds an odd perch between the trading floor and church or temple. Watch the zeitgeist movie.
Medusa March 1, 2011 at 2:23 PM
I watched half of the newest Zeitgeist movie last night but kept falling asleep.
It was being all idealist and shit. All I could think was "what about the psychopaths" as my eyelids drooped.
hungover. not funny. never. drinking. wine. again.
We sure have spend enough time looking for answers in individual psychosis and therapy.
I'd keep an open mind.
ResCogitans March 1, 2011 at 2:54 PM
notme i just read through comments from last night - you were funny. wish i could stay up all night drinkin and trying to type stuff :)
reminded me of my ex beeper who sent me over 50 emails on valentine's day as she got progressively more drunk...
maybe stay off the wine, but how about good ol vokda?
boring.
TNP March 1, 2011 at 3:04 PM
Res, stop using my word beeper you ass kissing aspie wannabe psychopath fuck.
I haven't slept. Whats going on with me.
The Not-Able Path March 1, 2011 at 3:18 PM
diz sum deeeep shet yu be writin M.E
Oh look! I have more fans! :)
wut da fuk yu talkin bout.
I dun be fanning yu h0e.
SoulfulPath March 1, 2011 at 3:28 PM
Not me . . . I miss your kitten. She was very cute.
aye b shootin' da breeze.
shootin' till i weeze.
ill mak ya say cheese.
shootin' da breeze.
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Stop using my name faggot
TNP - Forget t-shirts for your fan club. I think a branding tattoo would be more appropriate. Or perhaps an implantable chip.
A socio with nano technology . . . .
Just think of the possibilities.
TNP Fan March 1, 2011 at 3:35 PM
Can I get a shirt soulful path?
mel gibson March 1, 2011 at 3:37 PM
dunno about all joos, but israelis are all narcisists led by ismail vankin.
To be my fan, you have to undergo genital mutilation. I can't risk slumming it with my underlings. I'm too good for that.
hey Res, i don't think i wanna read my comments...hmm
yeah, vodka is good. wine bad.
you want my kitty back Soulful?
he was too cute i just kept staring at him all the time.
son I ain't yo bitch.
yu my bitch.
wtf is 'genital mutilation'
NEEEEEEEERRRRD
Did I hear mutilation or was that stimulation?
Mutilated TNP fan March 1, 2011 at 3:49 PM
ok what now.
You not being my bitch (or the other way around) is the point of genital mutilation, and it is compulsory on your end. You should have known the consequences before you stepped through that door. It was in the fine print.
You and TNP could have cyber sex.
i bet TNP is that german cannible who invited that guy round and ate his cock.
TNP - The fine print was dissolved in the fire of your own breath.
Penis tits March 1, 2011 at 4:06 PM
SickJokeGuy March 1, 2011 at 4:09 PM
After strangulation, which organ in the female body remains warm after death?
My cock.
Haven March 1, 2011 at 5:55 PM
This guy's definitely delusional if his final deduction of his actions was that he is still a good person. Idk if he's a socio or a narc. Frankly, he just sounds like a greedy douche that didn't expect to get caught.
@notme... are you used to wine? sometimes it takes a bit for it to sit better in your system. Used to give me terrible migraines and hangovers. Now it's all I drink and I'm fine.
What's up with losers calling anyone with self confidence a "douche"?
see bitch March 1, 2011 at 6:03 PM
notme.. go ahead and read.. look back at what you were. face yourself.
hunde March 1, 2011 at 6:20 PM
GENIUS CHILD
This is a song for the genius child
Sing it softly, for the song is wild
Sing it softly as ever you can
Lest the song get out of hand
Nobody loves a genius child
Can you love an eagle
Tame or WILD?
Can you love an eagle,
Wild or TAME?
Can you love a monster
Of frightening name?
Kill him--and let his soul run wild.
Anon leave her alone she's been getting raped by big strong confident men all her life.
Badass Sociopath March 1, 2011 at 6:31 PM
One time I drank all the alcohol in a bar and they tried to throw me out. I wasn't even tipsy. I picked up the woman next to me and used her as a club to kill everyone else in there. After that I did shots of their blood. I usually only drink motor oil and acid. Badass.
TheNotableAnon March 1, 2011 at 6:56 PM
That's like something Misanthrope would say.
i read it Anon, and it was funny.
no not used to wine Haven.
oh me, i was addressing sea bitch, not anon. I;m drunk so forgive me.
why is drink so great, and yet so appalling too? Why why why???
why do we ask why all the time?
why? My ex always asked me why I asked why all the time? Why do I ask Why so much? there must be a reason why I ask why so often? Anyone care to tell me?
Cuz u got raped wen was yunger
well, that's silly. I wasn't raped, not physically. So try again sweetie pie.
Adam March 1, 2011 at 7:46 PM
Bubbly personalities make me wanna vomit.
hey Adam. Why do they make you wanna vomit?
I dunno, suppose I dislike them.
Not sure, I'm pretty much the opposite of bubbly, I am very gritty and stubborn. Stop replying for me weirdo anon.
notme, go to the kindergarten, fellow children all keep asking 'why.'
sociopath or empath?
This is pretentious drivel about someone who died young because he treated his body like a pin cushion. If his story happened today he would not be heard from. This flick looks to make a hero out of a pimple. I roamed the same neighborhoods at the same time and had some choice words for him and others marking up walls with what they called art. The city was a pretty ugly place back in the day, Grungy and muddy, strewn with the guts of those crawling on their bellies, and defiled by idiots with cans of spray paint. SAMO and all the other didnt contribute to a better place. They only leveraged the ugly dangerous image for their own advantage. He wanted to be famous and he wanted to be dead -- fast. In the end he got both, but unfortunately his crayon scrawls survived him. He was as prolific as a thousand grammar school kids, and just as talented. He was the colored pet (not my words), the noble savage of the snotty white on white art world. The so-called connoisseurs tossed money at him as a knee-jerk way of dealing with their own guilt of what they saw as birth-right. Basquiat was a middle class refugee, a manipulator who was around when many people decided to invest in modern art. He was the IT child of the art world. He was an investment property plucked from the cauldron of obscurity and inconsequence, feted and soireed with mounds of cash. Unfortunately, from the same time and place, Madonna lived. If Basquiats paintings are high art, my morning poops are Rodin sculptures.
Zdsislaw Beksinzki is probably my favorite painter. Not the most skilled, but his nightmare/dreamscapes are a fantastic thing to behold.
Basquiat's works mostly look like scrawlings from someone with down-syndrome. Can't hate a brother for making a buck, though. There are plenty of idiots who will eat shit sandwiches so long as you change the label to ham.
Hater March 1, 2011 at 8:22 PM
Adam, guess what?
You just wallow in the shit that you are. You wish you had something to bubble about. You mooch off your Aunt, your "job" is a farce, and you fill your family with disgrace. You must know by now how they are embarrassed to bring you to family functions. You are pseudo charming at best. People with opened eyes see you in your finest misery. And we like it. We like to hate you. You give us a sense of superiority ( even though it is probably false.) We love to hate you, but don't think we think about you often. The lowliest of lows is ignored. Have a great day.
Zdsislaw Beksinzki has some freaky imagery, and some amazing colors. Cool.
Art is for girly men
Don't let my mangina hit you on the way out of that door. It tends to flap with a mind of its own when old Beksinzki's ghost is insulted!
What irony that those few with true incisive brains are seldom easy people. They are rejected by others or by themselves but mostly they reject the inconsequential. I miss Daniel Birdick and Medusa here
Art for girly mangina men
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DwKQ6ttEZb8
chaosocio666 March 1, 2011 at 11:13 PM
No one knows, and I won't tell all the reasons I come here. But here is one clue:
A while back someone asked whether anyone had lost someone and could replace a person. A dead person.
The thief knows all too well the answer and now parades his stolen property about town. That is the most foolish of all thieves. It's a tragic flaw, gloating.
And since I (also) don't give a fuck who is behind their computer screen I may (also)lash out at the first person here who vaguely resembles any other name all too familiar.
Do you really want me to come knocking on your door? Really?
Do you really want me to answer my door?
Adam March 1, 2011 at 11:53 PM
You're all a joke, you say on this blog how bad you all are but I bet once you are with people you treat them normally, I victimise everyone I know and they think I'm a prick, I love it.
One of the many benefits of being unemployed and living with your auntie.
Hater March 2, 2011 at 12:09 AM
No Adam you are alright. I was kidding before. You are upfront about your being a prick. Others claim one thing, and have children and all, and want their kids to learn by example. And then they invite you to dinner! Ha ha ha. I'm sure you and I would get along swimmingly. See I don't have kids to screw up. I don't give a shit about other people's kids either. He he !
chaosocio666 March 2, 2011 at 12:11 AM
You already have, sweetie.
I would never talk that way about you, Note. I love you.
OMG! Did you think I was referring to you?? Silly boy! xx
beauty March 2, 2011 at 12:32 AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vmrk9QbX9ts
nice writing anon 8:09 PM
This comment section has been lending way to much credence to Freud lately. Just in general. Wow.
I have seen a fair amount of talk about turning weaknesses into strengths. I wanna know, empath leaning or sociopath-leaning, have you done this? What was the weakness? How did you develop it into a strength and how did it play out as you did this?
Misanthrope March 2, 2011 at 1:48 AM
Does your aunt give you allowance Adam?
Adam March 2, 2011 at 7:14 AM
Yeah misanthrope, I just sit about all day eating her food and telling her to go fuck herself and threatening her when she tells me to get job.
LOL i don't even think that Adam understood that Misanthrope was fucking with him. (:
Adam March 2, 2011 at 11:50 AM
How could someone fuck with me? I'm great.
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Mr Kaydor Aukatsang, Chief Resilience Officer, and Dr Kunchok Tsundue, Chief Planning Officer speak about Gangjong Bank(TibFin) and Tibet corps during Tibetan Resilience tour.
Dharamshala: A senior CTA delegation comprised of Mr Kaydor Aukatsang, Chief Resilience Officer, and Dr Kunchok Tsundue, Chief Planning Officer, completed a highly successful Tibetan Resilience Tour of nine cities in the United States and Canada from June 22 to July 29, 2019. During their five-week tour, the delegation visited Washington, DC, Vancouver, Seattle, Portland, San Francisco Bay Area, Southern California, Minneapolis, Toronto, and New York. The purpose of the visit was to promote two core initiatives under the CTA’s Five-Fifty Vision: Gangjong Finance Company (TibFin) and Tibet Corps
Forty-nine percent of the initial capitalization of INR100 crores (USD15 million) of TibFin was made available to the Tibetan community through two offerings: a minimum of USD15,000 in equity shares and a minimum of USD 25,000 in short-term preference shares redeemable in five years with an annual dividend rate of 3%. At the time of conclusion of the tour, 55 investors had pledged a total of $1 million in investment with many more expressing interest. There was a high level of interest in TibFin and the Institution projects investments from North America to exceed $1.5 million in the coming months. Majority of the investors were every day Tibetans motivated to support the community and efforts of the CTA rather than seeking any significant financial gain. In addition to the investments, community members also made donations which were made payable to the Tibetan Community Development Fund.
The mission of TibFin is to provide affordable capital, financial services, and financial literacy to Tibetan entrepreneurs and promote Tibetan Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). TibFin is currently operating as a licensed Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC). In its current form, SARD has since 2017 through its Livelihood Support Programme disbursed a total of 2643 financial support totalling USD4.3 million. The goal is to apply for a Small Finance Bank (SFB) license so that TibFin can operate as a full-fledged bank that can not only make loans but also accept deposits, take on debt and provide all other banking services. The investments pledged from Tibetans In North America will go towards meeting the capitalization requirements of receiving an SFB license.
“I am pleased that Tibetans in North America have responded positively to TibFin and hope more community members will come on board so that we can realize the goal of establishing Gangjong Bank and making the Tibetan community and the CTA self-reliant,” said Sikyong Dr Lobsang Sangay.
The Tibetan Resilience Tour of North America also made significant gains in further educating the community on Tibet Corps and encouraging more Tibetans to enrol in the service program that was launched in 2012. The program has seen significant growth in the last three years and it is close to receiving a hundred volunteers annually. A special pitch was made to Tibetan retirees to come and serve in the Tibetan community and the CTA.
In addition to the tour, the delegation also had productive meetings with USAID, Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC), senior Appropriation staff on Capitol Hill and other US government officials and staff.
Lastly, the delegation would like to thank the Office of Tibet- Washington, DC and the concerned Tibetan Associations for facilitating the tour and for their support.
-Filed by SARD, CTA
Chief Planning Officer Dr Kunchok Tsundue addresses a huge gathering about two core initiatives under the CTA’s Five-Fifty Vision: Gangjong Bank (TibFin) and Tibet Corps
Mr. Kaydor Aukatsang, Chief Resilience Officer, and Dr. Kunchok Tsundue, Chief Planning Officer interacts with members of the Tibetan community during the Tibetan Resilience tour.
Mr. Kaydor Aukatsang, Chief Resilience Officer, and Dr. Kunchok Tsundue, Chief Planning Officer speak about Gangjong Bank(TibFin) and Tibet corps during the meeting with members of the Tibetan community.
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Home Race Race Previews Tour de Trossachs 2010 Preview
Tour de Trossachs 2010 Preview
Martin Williamson
Although the start sheet for the Tour de Trossachs 2010 is still to be finalised, it’s looking to be a very interesting race – the field has been extended to accommodate 140 because the race is proving to be popular with riders of all abilities, and sees National Champions and World Champions taking part, as well as newcomers interested in trying out this classic course.
Trossachs champs again – Arthur Doyle.
Arthur Doyle (Dooleys RT) will defend his title for the third time, but the big question is will he manage to beat both the hill climb and course record set by Jason McIntyre in 2007.
Jason won the race and set the course record three years ago.
Alistair Robinson (Team Leslie Bike Shop) who was 2nd to Matt Bottrill at last week’s Rudy Project race in North Yorkshire will be hoping to improve on his position of 9th last year and looks to be a man with some good form.
Alistair Robinson will certainly be up for this encounter.
Simon Baxter (Adept Precision RT) is visiting Scotland again and hoping to improve on his already impressive performance last year – more so when you consider he didn’t know the course, and those who have ridden it will agree it helps to know the twists and descents on the hill as well as being prepared for the undulating nature of the course.
With some of Scotlands’ riders away on Commonwealth Games duty, it’s satisfying to see that we still have a healthy number of our top Scottish roadmen keen to take up the challenge of the Trossachs; last year’s 3rd place rider Callum Wilkinson, Robbie Hassan (Glasgow Wheelers) tackles the course for the first time as does Rob Wilkins (Stirling Bike Club). Rob has already put in some top time trial performances this year and was hoping nobody noticed!
Robbie Hassan will be flying the flag for Scotland in France.
The Ladies’ field looks just as varied, with Jane Kilmartin (Cult Racing) who was 2nd at last week’s event in North Yorkshire travelling across the border. Mari Todd (Sandy Wallace Cycles), the course record holder, will be there to defend her title and add to the numerous National titles she has won this year. Christine McLean (Shetland Wheelers) will give her a run for her money.
Defending Trossachs Champ Mari Todd.
Anne Plant, the World Masters Road Champion is also visiting Scotland, and we have a 2008 Age Related World Champion Triathlete riding Vicky Begg (Johnstone Wheelers). The Scottish Ladies’ Road Race Series winner Jay Burgess is also riding and hoping to make good use of the good form she brought back from the Irish Rás na mBan, where she finished a fantastic 8th overall.
Race organiser Janette Hazlett is delighted to have this year’s Tour de Trossachs as round seven of the eight part Rudy Project series, and she’s chuffed to have as many as 16 riders travelling from south of the border to see what the fuss is all about – the race has a long history and will always be run on the 1st Sunday in October, so it’s always there if you want to come and have a go.
The race winds around beautiful Loch Achray.
The first rider starts at 10.00 am on Sunday 3rd October and Janette is hoping that it will prove to be a noisy race with lots of spectators coming out and cheering the riders on, especially on the grandstand corner up the Dukes Pass where crowds traditionally meet and catch up with the cycling gossip in between riders struggling past.
Details of the race and regular updates can be found on the Ivy CC website.
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Wunderkind To Watch Out For: Self-Taught Baker And Ace Blogger Shivesh Bhatia
Text by Simone Louis. Photographs and Styling By Shivesh Bhatia
He shows off his hosting talents and, excitingly, new kitchen skills as he creates an exclusive dessert table for us
Life is short. Eat dessert first.” This pretty accurately describes what many of us have lived by for most of our lives. It especially rings true in a world where it’s almost impossible to scroll through an Instagram feed without double tapping a photograph of some new droolworthy confectionary masterpiece. Last year, the BBC Good Food Nation Survey found that 40 per cent of millennials post photos of their food on social media…but it didn’t stop there. Bigwigs in the hospitality industry got on board, too, with rainbow bagels, ‘freak shakes’, black ice cream; the works. Today, all this has been flawlessly translated into a widespread, universal food culture — from intricate suppers to elaborately themed cocktail gatherings, the entertaining forecast has never looked sweeter.
Layered chocolate dessert with lychees
But while there may still be a charm about a formal party where everyone and everything is dressed to the nines, for 2017, nostalgia is in. Think grandma’s kitchen: heartwarming cakes, rustic plating, abundant icing and seasonal toppings. And if you’re looking to refine your baking and food styling abilities, there’s no better time to be online! Inspiration is only a click away, and bloggers have become experts at virtually taking us through the processes of making Pinterest-worthy treats. One such prodigy is Shivesh Bhatia, the self-taught baker behind the increasingly popular blog, Bake With Shivesh, and an inspiration to many young food entrepreneurs. We at Verve often find ourselves poring through his exquisite photographs — which he styles and shoots himself — so it’s a treat to have the 21-year-old whip up a special dessert table for us. On the menu — a definite inspiration for our next get-together — is vanilla cake with dark chocolate ganache and cherries, blueberry-apricot cake with cream cheese frosting and a layered chocolate dessert with lychees. A delicious theme stands out: is stone fruit the sweet trend of the season? “I absolutely love them,” Bhatia agrees. “I always try to make the most of seasonal fruit, so yes, I’ve lately been baking a lot with peaches, plums, apricots and cherries…and I can’t get enough.”
Shivesh Bhatia
Despite being one of the youngest members of the food blogging community, the Delhi-based pastry pro is experienced yet always improving. His passion came from his grandmother, who he credits for the start of his journey. “She used to make the best chocolate cakes. Unfortunately in 2011, she had a paralytic attack after which she couldn’t be in the kitchen. So one day, all the cousins were talking about how much we miss her cake, and decided to get premixes and readymade frosting to make cupcakes.” The treats may not have turned out as planned, but the process ignited a spark that has spurred him on ever since. Once his Instagram followers encouraged him to start his recipe website, there was no looking back. It turned into more than just a hobby when brands started approaching him for campaigns. “I had never imagined that someone would offer to pay me to bake and take pictures. It made me realise the potential that this space has.” Bhatia now collaborates regularly with brands like Del Monte, HP and KitchenAid.
Given that he was studying political science at Hindu College, Delhi University right until May this year, it was a task for him to juggle both college and blogging. Once Bhatia graduated, he’s been on the move as much as possible. “I travelled to Bali and Eastern Europe in June, I’m spending most of July in Mumbai interning at one of the best patisseries, and then started travelling again in the last week of the month. So right now, every day is different and I love it like that. The plan is to learn more and take French lessons before I go off to pastry school next year!”
Vanilla cake with dark chocolate ganache and cherries
Quick Five
First baking win “I remember being ecstatic when I managed to make decent eclairs. Before that I had tried and failed four times!”
Ingredients you’d want on a deserted island “Raspberries, vanilla pods and dark chocolate. If I could, I’d also love to take lemons.”
A food trend that bothers you “The entire nitrogen craze is absolutely unnecessary. I think it’s more dangerous and pretentious than fancy.”
Hot tip for taking food photos “Practise, experiment, never stop.”
Favourite equipment “My spatula — it’s a Martha Stewart spatula that I love. I think a kitchen torch is really cool, too.”
Blueberry Apricot Cake
All-purpose flour (maida), 2 cups; Baking powder, 4 tsp; Lemon zest, 1 tbsp; Castor sugar, 1 ½ cups; Softened butter, 1 cup; Eggs, 4; Fresh lemon juice, 1 tbsp; Milk, ¼ cup; Blueberries and diced apricots, ¼ cup; Cream cheese frosting, as per taste.
Lightly brush a 9-inch cake pan with oil or butter and dust with flour. Line it with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius. In a bowl, combine flour, lemon zest and baking powder. Whisk until well combined. In a larger bowl, beat sugar and butter, until the mixture becomes fluffy, for approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Add lemon juice. Add eggs, one by one, mixing well after each addition.
Now add the dry mixture to the wet mixture in three batches, alternating with milk. Do not overmix. Using a spatula, fold in the blueberries and apricots. Pour the batter into the cake pan. Bake at 180 degrees Celsius until a toothpick inserted into the centre of the cake comes out clean. This will take about 30 to 40 minutes. Once the cake is completely cooled, cover with cream cheese frosting.
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Home > Impact on Children > Are Books Obsolete?
For most of us, books were a major part of our childhood. Who remembers having a favourite story, read from a dog-eared copy of a story book whenever we needed a comforting tale? Going to the library to extract new books, and returning home with treasures that awaited reading, under the bed covers when we were supposed to have been asleep?
Books of fairy tales, mysteries, ghost stories, then as we grew up romances, horror stories, thrillers and a sneak peek at somebody’s mum’s copy of the latest Jackie Collins for the rude bits?
All that has changed drastically in the past ten years. For some time now, social and media commentators have been dramatically predicting the sad demise of traditional publishing and the rise of the e-book. We might have scoffed at this idea a few years ago, but with Kindle and iPad, e-books available to download onto smart phones, all formats of downloadable reading matter on the ascendant and libraries being closed, what is the future of the traditional book? It’s not looking bright!
What’s the Story with Book Shops?
One of the biggest global book chains, Borders, is no more. Many an idle hour may have been spent browsing the books in this behemoth of a book chain but after its bankruptcy last year, many avid book readers have been forced to find other sources, and as high street shops go out of business, readers are forced to order online. The next logical move from simply ordering hard copies online is to order an e-book instead. An e-book takes up less room, it’s quick and convenient. But can a Kindle ever replace curling up on the sofa and reading Winnie the Pooh to your little ones from your own copy of the book, lovingly treasured since your own childhood? Can you ever really treasure an e-book anyway?
It’s not just Borders that’s been losing money. In the grip of an economic recession most retailers of non-essential, luxury goods tend to make less money. But would anyone have predicted the 70 per cent drop in profits reported by Waterstones in 2010? Even though the chain could be said to be embracing technology itself, with 30,000 of its titles already available as e-books?
Library Closures
As part of the tough new cuts planned by the government, there have been reports of libraries closing all over the UK. Is this just another nail in the coffin for reading as a pastime? Getting your hands on new books for nothing was one of the little pleasures of our childhood, but it’s telling that by law, schools are not required to have a library (although prisons are) and it could be argued that children no longer see reading as a trendy or even fun way to while away the hours.
There are protests planned all over the UK at the closure of local libraries, but does the mere fact that the government is happy to close libraries simply reflect the fact that they aren’t being used as much? Do children prefer to sit in front of a games console and play games, making providing free copies of books they no longer want to read pointless and a waste of public funds?
Book Formats
While book formats may be changing in the same way as vinyl made way for CDs and MP3 in the last two decades, it would seem that reading isn’t really seen as an essential pastime by children of the 21st century.
Some books are no longer even published the traditional way, only being released in e-book format and published electronically. Is the publishing revolution going to lead to eye-strain from reading a book on an iPhone than a good old fashioned paperback format? Apparently not. The old wives tales about sitting too close to a screen giving us sore eyes were just that – old wives tales – and doctors advise that in some cases, reading on a Kindle or any e-reader is no more likely to give you or the kids eye problems than reading a book in bed.
So it would appear that books – the paper ones anyway – are definitely becoming less relevant. No longer will we need bookshelves, just well indexed hard-drives. It’s a shame – but then many people still play vinyl....
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Trieste Marine Terminal
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Trieste Marine Terminal is member of T.O. Delta Group, one of the most important logistics and transport operator in the Italian market, with worldwide investments in marine and intermodal terminals, shipping and trucking companies and international freight forwarding companies. Since 2004, T.O. Delta is the shareholder of Trieste Marine Terminal (TMT), the container terminal of the Port of Trieste.
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A quick comparison with the Northern European Ports is enough to point out the savings in time and costs guaranteed by the connections via Trieste:
The Free Port of Trieste was established by the Austrian Emperor Carlo VI in 1719 and strongly developed by his daughter Maria Teresa who considered Trieste as the only Port of the Austrian Empire.
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Trieste Marine Terminal started managing the container terminal of the Port of Trieste in 2004. Volumes left from the previous managing company were 118,000 teus at the end of 2003.
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The Real Catastrophe For The Defenses That Was The Chieffi Supreme Court Ruling
Posted by Machiavelli (Yummi)
On Tuesday March 26, nine judges of the Rome Supreme Court of Cassation led by the respected Dr Chieffi quashed the previous acquittals of Amanda Knox and Raffaele Sollecito for the murder of Meredith Kercher.
The Supreme Court annulled almost the entirety of the 2011 Hellmann-Zanetti appeal verdicts, declaring the appeal outcome completely invalid on five of the six charges. The Court only upheld the sixth charge which made definitive Knox’s conviction for calunnia for which she had been sentenced to three years.
Calunnia is the crime of maliciously placing false evidence or testimony against an innocent person, something the Italian Criminal Code considers not as criminal defamation but as a form of obstruction of justice, a more serious offence.
Worse for Knox, the Court annulled a part of the appeal verdict which had dropped the aggravation known as continuance, the aggravation that acknowledges a logical link between the obstruction of justice and the murder charge.
2. First reactions
Once the dust has settled, the defendants and pro-Knox and pro-Sollecito supporters and defences may finally realize how severe a defeat has been dealt to their side.
Most American journalists were completely unprepared for and very surprised at the outcome. But most Italian commenters and a very few others elsewhere considered the outcome quite predictable (the criminologist Roberta Bruzzone for example hinted so in written articles, so did Judge Simonetta Matone, as well as John Kercher in his book, and many others too).
This really is a catastrophe for the defences. A complete annulment of an acquittal verdict is just not frequent at all. They do occasionally occur, though, and this one appeared easily predictable because of the extremely low quality of the appeal verdict report.
For myself I could hardly imagine a survival of the Pratillo Hellmann-Zanetti outcome as being realistic.
I previously posted at length on the Galati-Costagliola recourse (that is an important read if you want to understand all angles of the annulment). I argued there that a Supreme Court acceptance of the verdict would have so jeopardized the Italian jurisprudence precedents on circumstantial evidence that it would have become impossible to convict anyone in Italy at all.
The previous appeal trial obviously violated the Judicial Code as it was based on illegitimate moves such the appointing of new DNA experts for unacceptable reasons. It contained patent violations of jurisprudence such as the unjustified dismissal of Rudy Guede’s verdict on a subset of the circumstantial evidence. Hellmann-Zanetti even “interpreted” the Constitution instead of quoting Constitutional Court jurisprudence.
They omitted a number of pieces of evidence, literally “forgetting” them or dismissing them without providing an argument (they should have, being an appellate trial based on the previous findings and arguments of the lower court). The appeal trial had obvious illogical contradictions on a macro level, such as the contradictory putting together of the conviction for calunnia and the acquittal on the murder charge (ignoring a logical link required by statute without introducing any reason at all).
The Hellmann-Zanetti verdict was also based on an illogical processing of all pieces of evidence (such as the dismissal of Nara Capezzali’s evidence without logical reason, even after calling her “credible,” and that of Quintavalle; and attributing the bloody footprint to Rudy Guede on the basis of some ludicrous reasoning).
The appeal verdict basically ignored the concept of “a contrario” evidence, like concluding that the luminol footprints are probably not in blood but in some other substance and not related to the murder (despite failure to indicate any alternative substance nor any reasonable scenario).
The verdict was also biased with open prejudice in favor of two of the suspects in assuming they would be unlikely to even socialize or hang out together with the third, based on social or racial discrimination (two whites from good-looking families are called “good fellows” while the third is “different”).
Beyond the glaring, major faux pas in procedure, the verdict’s low quality, unlawfulnesses, and hypocrisy in its reasoning tended to be pervasive and obvious through all its paragraphs, and possibly this also could have caused an aura of distrust toward the work of the Hellmann-Zanetti court.
One could assess the strikingly low quality of the appeal verdict especially by comparing it to a sophisticated recourse such as the 100-page Galati-Costagliola Supreme Court appeal. While nobody could anticipate with total certainty the Supreme Court decision between the Galati-Costagliola appeal and the Pratillo Hellmann-Zanetti appeal verdict, to good legal eyes the outcome would be as uncertain as the result of an England versus San Marino football game!
EACH of the eleven single mistakes, plus EACH of the six “method” mistakes pointed out in the Galati-Costagliola recourse could by itself have been a sufficient cause for the annulment of the acquittals.
The redundancy of reasons and remarks by Cassation sheds light on the judgment shortcomings from many different angles, and all the reasons presented for the recourse were certainly assessed by the Supreme Court.
But on the practical side, most probably the Hellmann-Zanetti verdict did not even survive beyond the first mistake. The appeal verdict most likely crumbled completely from the very beginning on reason #1, the illegitimate appointing of new experts by Hellmann-Zanetti to re-examine the DNA.
But even given that the defences’ defeat could be foreseen, I never expected the defeat to pervade to this extent.
I thought the appeal verdict might be quashed entirely and a new appeal would start from scratch. But the Supreme Court went further and decided to “save” only the parts of the verdict that were unfavorable to Knox, and declared her conviction for calunnia definitive.
Meanwhile, the Court accepted the Calati-Costagliola reason #10, and quashed the part that denied a logical link between calunnia and murder.
The Supreme Court thus sends Raffaele Solecito and Amanda Knox back to appeal trial, but this time Amanda Knox will enter the trial as a felony convict with a definitive criminal record, which ““ the Supreme Court hints ““ is to be considered logically linked with the charge of murder.
Moreover, judges in the appeal that will come next in Florence will have to follow the decisions set by the Supreme Court. Since the Supreme Court’s motivations report has not been issued yet, we still don’t know what points exactly Cassazione will make. But we can expect that several arguments used by Pratillo Hellmann-Zanetti that were “needed” to acquit Knox and Sollecito will be now declared illegitimate.
This might mean that we will not see for a second time such faulty reasoning as “Knox’s statement can’t be used as evidence of lying because it is not true.” It may not be possible to dismiss the verdict that found Guede guilty of concurring in murder “with others” from the set of evidence just because it was “weak.” It may not be possible to deduce the time of death based only on declarations of Rudy Guede.
We also may not have a chance to again see an expert declaring that contamination is “likely” on the sole basis that “everything is possible.” We also may not have another judge attributing footprints without talking about any measurements.
The Supreme Court session began on March 25, and it is only a rare event that a Cassazione session extends over into two days.
The first criminal division of the Supreme Court ““ scheduled to decide on this case ““ was a five-judge panel presided over by Dr Severo Chieffi. His name never did sound like a particularly favorable omen for Knox and Sollecito. Dr Chieffi is a 70-year-old judge, known for being the author of a famous 2008 verdict which definitively closed a notorious criminal case (“the first time a Cassazione hearing attracted massive live media attention”), a verdict among the most quoted in jurisprudence which is known as that “on reasonable doubt.”
Dr Chieffi and his nine-judge panel explained reasonable doubt as to be intended as an “a contrario” concept, the concept used to formulate a logical reasonable alternative. That verdict pointed out the concept of “reasonable” and also stressed that the nature of evidence is “logical”. “Reasonable” depends only on the plausibility of alternatives, not on how conclusive or reliable single pieces of circumstantial evidence are, and a piece of evidence does not require any specific “physical” element or conclusive quality.
The rapporteur judge was Dr Piera Maria Severina Caprioglio. The rapporteur judge goes through the papers of the whole trial and summarizes their content to the other panel judges; the rapporteur and the president are the two who physically write the report (it may sound like irony that both judges have the adjective “severe” in their name). I was told Dr Caprioglio was a rather stiff judge, known for her scrupulosity in procedure matters, and she is also a specialist “and hard liner“ about sexual crime (maybe that’s why she was chosen by Dr Chieffi as the one to do the research on this case).
At the Supreme Court there is also an office known as the Office of Procurator General, which has more than 50 magistrates. The Procurator General appoints a magistrate (normally called the “PG”) to study cases and to make arguments on all cases dealt with in Supreme Court sessions. The PG is considered “neutral” in the sense that their office represents no party only the “precedents” of the court. While the rapporteur makes a description of the case, the procurator makes arguments about the recourses submitted by the parties.
At 10:30 am on Monday, Judge Caprioglio begun her 90-minute speech summarizing the case. She detailed legal events that led to the first Massei-Cristiani verdict, and then the appeal trial led by Hellmann-Zanetti and their verdict.
She sounded rather neutral; hers was a sheer summary with no comment attached. Nevertheless, it sounded most ominous for the defences: right from Dr Caprioglio’s speech, in fact, Knox and Sollecito’s attorneys understood that they were going to lose.
This is because Dr Caprioglio devoted half of her rapporteur time or more to detailing Massei’s first degree trial and verdict, explaining the arguments and evidence used by the Massei court. Such attention was itself ominous to the defences.
A main basis of the Pratillo Hellmann-Zanetti verdict is in fact a series of denials about the work of the lower court, in which plenty of evidence was simply ignored or dismissed without dealing with the first degree conclusions; while the strategy of Giulia Bongiorno was to entirely “replace” the details of the evidence set with a self-made narrative, quite unattached to actual trial events, which somewhat “worked” as rhetoric and in the media.
Yet Dr Caprioglio was not yet the biggest problem facing Knox and Sollecito. The defence was about to face a pincer front, because the Procurator General’s offices did not appreciate the appeal verdict at all.
A bomb went off with the speech of Procurator Riello which followed next.
Dr Riello recalled the points of recourse submitted by Galati-Costagliola, which may sound technical or subtle to those unaccustomed to them. Dr Riello endorsed the radical censures made by Galati-Costagliola and made clear his own view in an overview of the whole verdict. His arguments had the subtlety of an anvil.
To summarize, he basically maintained the appeal judges had conducted an appeal trial as if they were idiots, and followed the paths of logic, procedure and law like sailors without a compass.
Seen from the point of view of the Procurator General, their way of conducting the appeal trial itself was like a journey through a dreadful series of unlawful steps, decisions informally taken without deliberation, and arbitrary and unjustified ordinances. The court simply “lost their way.”
In the body of their findings, it seems they understood almost nothing about the evidence ““ in particular about how circumstantial evidence works. They did not deal with the findings and arguments of the first instance court as they should have, as if they didn’t exist, and they trivialized the previous legal material.
In fact Dr Riello sounded almost sarcastic; outraged by the incredibly amateurish work of this appeal court, he tended to detail the merit of questions and was interrupted by the president asking him to stick to the discussion on the table.
At the close of his speech, he called the appeal verdict “a rare concentration of law violation, a monument to illogicality.” He said “the judge of merit lost their way in this trial.” Dr Riello noted “they fragmented, they parceled out the pieces of circumstantial evidence.”
He implied not only incompetence but a kind of disingenuous attitude: “The Court employed a fair dose of snobbism for trivializing the first degree verdict, reducing it to four elements. A very imprecise and superficial synthesis.”
He went beyond the criticism expressed in the Galati-Costagliola appeal when he described an obvious bias of the appeal court “not in just a few passages of the second instance verdict ““ it’s as if the defendants should benefit from a kind of anthropological and cultural immunity, in relation to the events.”
He criticized Pratillo Hellmann’s dismissal of Amanda Knox’s handwritten memoir, and recommended that a new appeal trial must in part be based on that statement as “it is a usable document”; and he stressed that in his opinion “the scream heard by Amanda is a significant datum, of great importance.” The behavior claimed by Knox on the morning of November 2, 2007 in his view was “chilling” and her taking a shower in a cold bathroom is a “chilling detail.”
Dr Riello concludes by saying: “These are all conditions for not letting the curtains close on an upsetting and extremely serious crime for which the only culprit found up to the present day is Rudy Hermann Guede, who has been addressed through a Lombroso-style assessment, either calling him a thief, a criminal or a drifter. He didn’t confess and he was not convicted by another court for concurring in a crime together with others, maybe with ‘ectoplasms.’” (A reference to Cassation’s previous decision that he did commit the crime with others, but Hellmann-Zanetti identified no other people; hence ‘ectoplasms.’)
The Prosecutor General also dealt with the DNA experts’ report which defined the previous results as “unreliable.” He implied that the report and its language were used as a pretext by the defences “as a tombstone, while in fact it is not.” It was used as a tool to focus the trial on the DNA and steer it away from the whole evidence set, to “bury the set of pieces of circumstantial evidence which all have their vital value.”
The rhetoric of the defences aimed to “blame everything on those involved in the scientific police who are almost depicted as bunglers; however they are not brigadiers playing with toy chemical sets, they are in fact a highly qualified department and they do employ cutting-edge technologies.”
A severe legal bashing like the Riello speech is not at all common at the Cassazione. As I heard the news on the radio, law experts commented that the event was unusually serious, and they hinted that its consequences may lead to the setting of a historic jurisprudence precedent.
Francesco Maresca ““ who brought his mentor Vieri Fabiani with him ““ endorsed the recourse points and made points similar to Dr Riello’s. He pointed out that a major flaw of the appeal trial was to focus on two DNA instances as if the case was based on them. The court appointed experts to review items with no legitimate basis, they provided an inconsistent explanation for their steps, and then they refused to analyze and introduce further evidence, totally contradicting themselves and also violating the code.
Their criteria for choosing which piece of evidence to discuss or review were totally contradictory, and their series of steps egregiously violated a series of procedural conditions that any court is supposed to follow.
The analyzing of the knife DNA sample and bra clasp sample as pieces in isolation is a sort of device that serves a defence made-up narrative; the focus on “disputed” items and the re-make of a narrative about legal events is simply a defence strategy which is aimed at the media rather than official court proceedings. For the Kercher family, the evidence points to the guilt of Knox and Sollecito beyond reasonable doubt.
The evidence, explained Maresca, consisted of numerous pieces of evidence and reasoning, that were simply not dealt with by the appeal court. The whole process was “non-transparent” and the result is also contradictory given that Knox is indicted by her own words on the crime of calunnia.
Maresca explained that the appeal verdict is riddled with many flaws and errors in the merit of the facts which cannot be assessed by the Cassazione court, but there are also patent violations of law which are “strong and obvious” and of the most serious kind.
Then it was the defence attorneys’ turn. Giulia Bongiorno knew she would need to apply the full power of her best rhetorical skills: she pointed out a factual error in the recalling of Prosecutor Riello and threw herself head-first into the merit of the evidence.
She even made FOA-style overstatements on the number of Guede’s DNA instances: “So many genetic traces of Rudy Guede were found in the bedroom of the murder, Amanda and Raffaele’s DNA would have been found too if they had been there.” (Her claim is false: in fact, only four samples yielding Guede’s DNA were found in the bedroom, and some were very scant.)
Bongiorno focused on investigation mistakes and complained that Raffaele Sollecito “was put in jail because of a shoe print found beyond the duvet which covered the body, a print that was attributed to Guede.” She also commented on Knox’s handwritten memoir and again put forward the claim ““ already rejected by all the judges of all instances ““ that the statement should be “not usable” because there was a “blackout” of defendant guarantees. Apparently, Bongiorno did understand that the most dangerous threat, and the actual battleground, would be about the danger of having Knox now definitively convicted for calunnia.
Bongiorno said “we do not want to put the scientific police on trial” but then said the point defence demonstrated was that they made “an infinite series of errors.” In fact, Bongiorno’s speech largely consisted of the well-known defense stance of pointing the finger at a list of supposed wrong-doings by the police.
Bongiorno’s argument of pointing out supposed “police mistakes” would probably ring true to Knox’s Amarican supporters, who may find these arguments convincing and effective.
In fact, it was obvious that Bongiorno’s position was extremely weak, and that her arguments were not going to have any effect. The weakness of Bongiorno’s arguments was obvious from the start because she backed into arguing the case only on the merit of investigation techniques.
Her arguments would maybe resonate effectively with uninformed spectators, but they had already failed in those courts that were legitimate, and they have no consequence from a legal standpoint. Talking about supposed mistakes during the investigation and supposed bad behavior of police are good to build a narrative for journalists, but they would have zero effect on expert judges.
I think she knew she was going to lose, but besides being a lawyer, Giulia Bongiorno is also a smart public person, and she plays in the public arena as well as in a court of law at the same time. Her technical stances are all wrong, but she knows she will be remembered well for her good-looking performance.
The president did not interrupt her, showing due politeness toward the defence attorneys. But no attorney would convince the Supreme Court by simply saying “we demonstrated that the investigators made mistakes.”
In order to seek to obtain some positive effect, she should have argued in favor of the Pratillo Hellmann-Zanetti appeal verdict on points of law, and put forward arguments for their legitimacy; for example, an argument in response to point #1 of Galati’s recourse claiming that the appointing of DNA experts was unmotivated.
Luciano Ghirga and Carlo Dalla Vedova had to take care of their own recourse against the conviction for calunnia on the false accusation of Patrick Lumumba. Their line of defence on this point was the same ““ and could be nothing else ““ than what they maintained though all the previous instances. Dalla Vedova deals with the handwritten note where he understands “Amanda says she is confused, she does not care about what she said.”
They reintroduced the myth that “she had been interrogated by the investigators for 54 hours.” They explain ““ almost a paradoxical argument ““ that the document was “a defensive paper” while then becoming one of the elements on which the charge of calunnia was built. They stressed that “she wanted to cooperate” with the investigation and that “she was a friend of Meredith.”
A failure of their arguments was easily predictable because their recourse was built on points that had already failed at lower instances. Some time ago before this appeal, I posted this criticism of the Ghirga-Dalla Vedova recourse on Knox’s calunnia conviction to the Supreme Court:
Pages 3-11: The first argument is about the non-usability of the evidence for the crime of calunnia.
Such an argument is basically the re-proposal of the same argument that had been already dismissed by the Supreme Court in 2008, and subsequently by Massei-Cristiani in 2009 and also by Pratillo Hellmann-Zanetti. Therefore, it is an especially weak argument. Ghirga-Dalla Vedova do attempt to use it again at the Supreme Court because it is what they have.
Just like Giulia Bongiorno will likely recall it too, just like she attempted to request of nullification of Stefanoni’s testimony on procedure grounds before Massei, which was rejected again by Hellmann-Zanetti (the Knox supporters have such a spun perception of the proceedings, they apparently don’t see how some basic defensive claims were rejected by all judges).
Pages 11-14 complete the first argument, addressing the further requirements of the crime of calunnia (maliciousness and voluntarity).
Basically, this point contends that the false accusation was not voluntary or not malicious. The only usable point in my opinion in this reasoning consists of one line, which recalls that Hellmann-Zanetti did not acknowledge the aggravation of continuance for the crime of calunnia. But this point has no consequence because it is a weak point in Hellmann’s verdict itself which violates jurisprudence and logic itself.
The other claims at this point are basically useless; they attack the Hellmann verdict in a way peculiar to the prosecution appeal with an opposite stance. But in fact “not knowing” that someone is factually innocent obviously cannot be extended to an absolute meaning; Hellmann is illogical on that, because he dismisses the logical link with the murder without explanation.
Pages 14-18 speak about the alleged “extreme exhaustion” of Knox in order to exculpate her of her confusion and falsehood.
This argument tends to be a stronger attempt to use some of the contradiction in Pratillo Hellmann-Zanetti, using as a starting point the fact that H-Z did state that Knox was allegedly under excessive pressure. They convicted her for calunnia nonetheless. I think this argument won’t go too far, for two reasons.
First, because it’s basically on the merits; it quotes the whole writing of Knox and requests the SC to directly re-assess the sincerity of her words, something which the SC are unlikely to do.
Second, because while on the one hand there is a contradiction in H-Z as they accuse her of calunnia but do not use her writings as an evidence of lying on the other crime, and they reject the continuance despite the obvious link between the calunnia and the murder, on the other hand the contradiction addressed by Ghirga is weaker. There was in fact no factual finding about “excessive pressure,” neither in the H-Z appeal trial nor in previous Massei testimonies.
As for jurisprudence, pressure and “psychological alteration” itself is not enough to cause a loss of mental faculties to understand and will. Basically, most crimes are committed in a state of psychological stress or alteration, and people are responsible for themselves notwithstanding. The faculty to understand and will is not a psychological condition; it is something that affects the cognitive and decisional functioning of the brain on more basic functions, and requires a medical assessment.
So there is no way the argument of Ghirga-Dalla Vedova can overturn a conviction for calunnia based on an argument of psychological conditions: they have no basis; and there is no consistent ground to assert “excessive pressure” either.
Pages 19-20 is a very short argument about two articles of the code that Ghirga puts in in relation to a case of defensive rights.
This is an argument I am unable to assess clearly. This point basically claims Knox is somehow protected by the law because of an extension of her rights of defence. I have the feeling this point is wrong, because the boundaries of the right to defend oneself are already fixed and limited by a SC ruling of 2008, and because Article 51 only applies to what she declared as a defendant, but not to what she declared as a witness.
Pages 20-22 is only about the sentencing and not about innocence; it claims that, anyway, even if Amanda is guilty of calunnia, the punishment was too stiff and this severity was not logically motivated by Hellmann. This point is the only that could stand, in my opinion.
After the hearing of March 25 ““ which was the ninth case the Supreme Court panel dealt with that day ““ the panel deliberated for six hours, then adjourned the hearing and scheduled the final decision for the following morning.
The question whether to annul the verdict entirely, or to confirm the calunnia conviction, might have been the cause of some of the extra time needed.
When the Supreme Court has to deal with scheduled cases the relator puts a mark ““ between 1 and 8 ““ indicating the difficulty of the case: 1 is the easiest and 8 is very complex.
Almost all recourses are below 3, while a case like the one on the Narducci investigation a week earlier, involving Mignini, could have been closer to 8. The difficulty of this case is unknown. But because of some sensitive jurisprudence involved and because of the articulation of the recourses, this could have been around 6 or higher.
After retirement of the court, and adjournment to the subsequent day, at 10 am on March 26, the court’s dispositivo was the following:
ENDING THE RESERVATION FROM THE HEARING OF 03-25-2013, [THE COURT] DECIDES AS FOLLOWS: ANNULS THE IMPUGNED VERDICT, LIMITED TO THE CRIMES UNDER CHARGES: A) (INTO WHICH CHARGE C) IS ABSORBED), B), D), E), AND TO THE AGGRAVATING CIRCUMSTANCE UNDER C.P. ART. 61 NO.2 IN RELATION TO CHARGE F), AND REMANDS [THE CASE] TO THE CORTE DI ASSISE DI APPELLO OF FLORENCE FOR A NEW TRIAL. REJECTS THE APPEAL OF AMANDA MARIE KNOX, WHOM IT SENTENCES TO THE PAYMENT OF COURT COSTS AS WELL AS REIMBURSEMENT OF EXPENSES INCURRED IN THE PRESENT PROCEEDINGS BY CIVIL PARTY DIYA LUMUMBA, IN THE AMOUNT OF 4000 (FOUR THOUSAND) EUROS, IN ADDITION TO I.V.A. AND C.P.A., PLUS GENERAL EXPENSES ACCORDING TO LAW.
Thus, Amanda Knox and Raffaele Sollecito are sent back to appeal trial in Florence on all charges related to the rape and murder of Meredith Kercher (a, b, c, d, e). And Knox is definitively declared guilty of the obstruction of justice charge known as calunnia, while the argument denying any logical link between the calunnia and the murder is quashed.
Resources used
The article above draws in part upon a translation into English of news information published by various Italian press sources, which our readers may like to look at directly. A good coverage of the case ““ including Riello’s speech ““ was broadcast by RaiNews 24 and they also have a lot of information on the website. Online updates were provided by Televideo. Commentaries and discussions were hosted on Radio1 - GR Rai. Dr Riello’s comments were reported by Il Fatto Quotidiano and Style.it. There were reports on Libero Italy.it. Also details and chronicles were reported at the end of the day by Il Giornale dell’Umbria. Coverage and the quotes for March 25 were provided by AGI. The dispositivo official document was obtained and published by Andrea Vogt.
Posted by Machiavelli (Yummi) on 04/03/13 at 03:02 AM in Justice systems, Italian system, Defendants in court, Amanda Knox, Raff Sollecito, The officially involved, The defenses, Appeals 2009-2015, Cassation 2013, Florence 2014+, The wider contexts
We have a case roadmap in the works but we’d like to jump the gun and credit posters who worked hard to demonstrate that this appeal overturn was very strongly in the cards.
Due credit to Yummi for his very demanding analysis of the Galati appeal which he posted in August 2012.
http://www.truejustice.org/ee/index.php?/tjmk/comments/an_overview_from_italy_of_the_galati-costagliola_appeal_to_the_supreme/
Due credit to James Raper and Kermit for the jumbo Powerpoint which shows what the case really looks like.
http://www.truejustice.org/ee/index.php?/tjmk/comments/powerpoints_17_why_the_totality_of_evidence_suggests_knox_and_sollecit/
Due credit to James Raper for his posts questioning whether Hellmann-Galati got it right.
http://truejustice.org/ee/index.php?/tjmk/comments/does_any_competent_lawyer_actually_believe_rs_and_ak_are_innocent/
http://truejustice.org/ee/index.php?/tjmk/comments/considering_the_sad_and_sensitive_but_also_crucial_subject_of_meredith/
http://truejustice.org/ee/index.php?/tjmk/comments/raffaele_sollecitos_dna_in_merediths_room_could_be_definitive_proof_of/
http://truejustice.org/ee/index.php?/tjmk/comments/reasonable_doubt_in_italian_law/
Due credit to Cardiol for his posts questioning whether Hellmann-Galati got it right.
http://truejustice.org/ee/index.php?/tjmk/comments/dissecting_the_hellmann_report_1/
http://truejustice.org/ee/index.php?/tjmk/comments/dissecting_the_hellmann_report_2_how_judges_zanetti_and_hellman_tilted_/
http://truejustice.org/ee/index.php?/tjmk/comments/dissecting_the_hellmann_report_3_how_zanetti_and_hellmann/
http://truejustice.org/ee/index.php?/tjmk/comments/dissecting_the_hellmann_report_4_the_contortions/
http://truejustice.org/ee/index.php?/tjmk/comments/dissecting_the_hellmann_report_5_their_obfuscation_of_merediths_time/
Due credit to Fly By Night for showing how the DNA consultants did incompetent work.
http://truejustice.org/ee/index.php?/tjmk/comments/analysis_suggests_the_conti-vecchiotti_dna_review_is_weak_tendentious_/
http://truejustice.org/ee/index.php?/tjmk/comments/the_hellmann_zanetti_appeal_courts_dna_consultancy_looks_even_worse/
Due credit to the Machine for showing how the PR campaign was putting forward dishonest experts to support the H-Z report.
http://truejustice.org/ee/index.php?/tjmk/comments/disarray_and_decay_in_the_pro-knox_parade_1_bruce_fischers_epidemic_of/
http://truejustice.org/ee/index.php?/tjmk/comments/dr_galati_note_an_example_of_how_curt_knoxs_campaign_is_misleading/
Due credit to brmull for posting a first analysis of Galati and showing the PR campaign was putting forward dishonest experts to support the H-Z report..
http://truejustice.org/ee/index.php?/tjmk/comments/weighing_the_ten_points_on_which_the_umbria/
http://truejustice.org/ee/index.php?/tjmk/comments/dr_galati_attacks_on_prosecution_by_curt_knoxs_hatchet_men_becoming_sh/
And due credit to many in other posts in this rea, and in hundreds of reader comments.
This is an incredibly comprehensive, intelligent analysis of the state of play. Thank you, Yummi.
Posted by Skeptical Bystander on 04/04/13 at 07:29 AM | #
I’m just hopeful that the media will read through that post in its entirety before they do any more reporting.
It’s just shameful how wrong so much of the mainstream reporting has been - and all because reporters got attached to a narrative spun by people who were paid to obscure the truth.
The fact that the trial was in Italian should have meant that English-speaking reporters would put more emphasis on source documents, but in a weird way, I think it caused them to listen harder to the spinners.
Hopefully, they’ll learn.
Meanwhile, Gogerty-Marriott is bragging about the work they’ve done in a way that to me borders on PR malpractice (if only) and certainly has put their client in a terrible position.
Blowback is really, really hard to recover from and the people who fell for the Innocent Abroad narrative are likely to start feeling burned.
This always should have been a story about an inexplicable crime and strong evidence, and what the PR folks failed to communicate is that there is a LOT of evidence.
Posted by Media Watcher on 04/04/13 at 08:35 AM | #
Wow!! This is one of the most comprehensive explanations I have read on the process and it really helped me understand the complexities of the case. I have absolutely no understanding of the legal world but even to me, it was pretty obvious that Hellman’s logic did not make any sense. This article has given me a good understanding of all that was wrong. I am going to read it a few more times. Thank you Yummi.
Posted by Sara on 04/04/13 at 09:00 AM | #
Just read this fantastic article by Ann Coulter on dailycaller: http://dailycaller.com/2013/04/03/cnn-embarrasses-itself-with-amanda-knox-coverage/
I notice that the media coverage is becoming less and less positive about AK and RS. Most of the outlets are now either neutral or unsupportive of them, given that it is no longer possible to ignore the truth.
The only articles still bleating about innocence and evil prosecution are the ones on GroundReport which does not count as anything other than trash anyway.
Thank you Yummi for your brilliant account of the correction of an historic miscarriage of justice.
Kudos, Yummi. You’d been writing this all along on various sites but it finally all comes together.
I doubt the people supporting Knox and Sollecito understand the gravity of the calunnia conviction or the emphasis on the hand-written note of 06-NOV-2007.
The appeal court at Florence will likely be better equipped to assess all the evidence that convicted Knox and Sollecito at the first trial.
Posted by Stilicho on 04/04/13 at 11:03 AM | #
Thanks Yummi! You’re awesome!
Posted by zinnia on 04/04/13 at 11:11 AM | #
@Sara’s Ann Coulter article
Once again thanks to Sara for this post. Ann Coulter has a comprehensive grasp of the case. She is attacking a CNN report carelessly supportive of Amanda & shreds it piece by piece.
Journalism like this & recent remarks by Alan Dershowitz, whom she mentions in closing, may augur a shift in American reporting.
Posted by Ernest Werner on 04/04/13 at 12:14 PM | #
Thank you Yummi great piece.
Very informative and easy to follow also very damming for the two defendants.
Posted by Jeffski1 on 04/04/13 at 03:40 PM | #
Outstanding summary by Yummi. Knox will not escape this time, given the linking between calunnia conviction and murder charges.
Posted by Smacker on 04/04/13 at 03:45 PM | #
Outstanding piece! I’m hopeful this will help correct the misunderstanding the media have about this case.
Posted by louiehaha on 04/04/13 at 05:54 PM | #
An epic overview, but when will we be discussing “saving face” and the “satanic cult witch hunts” that form the foundation of the Italian legal system - according to some observers?
Posted by Fly By Night on 04/04/13 at 06:13 PM | #
Great work. Yummi spots the same futile traces here of the destructive mingling of the PR and the law that we posted upon just below.
http://www.truejustice.org/ee/index.php?/tjmk/comments/alarm_bells_ignored_overconfident_pr_and_lawyers_may_have_led/
A note for Curt Knox and David Marriott: It. Just. Doesnt. Work.
Not in Italy at least. It confuses the defense lawyers and debases the very arguments which they need to convince hard-nosed judges in court.
The Hellmann Zanetti appeal didnt HAVE to take a whole year.
That was very hurtful to the Kerchers who could hardly fly to Italy every second or third Saturday, and it allowed time for conspiracy theories to fester and the perps and their families to build up false hopes.
The first appeal could have been over in a few days. The Kerchers could have been there the whole time. Cassation could have concluded the process in mid 2011, and Knox and Sollecito would not have written their damaging books which might incur them extra time.
Now they seem worse off in every possible way - they are back even beyond Square One, and now their lawyers are sounding like FOA clowns. If they dont attend the appeal there will be no warmth for them in the room - they should consider the exact opposite: confess, and try to show real contrition to Meredith’s family and the court.
I would like to ask a question about the decision: What (if any) is the significance of absorbing the sexual assault charge into to murder charge?
WOW!!!...what an article, you have got to read this….....
http://rt.com/op-edge/american-jezebel-face-justice-342/
Posted by starsdad on 04/04/13 at 07:11 PM | #
@starsdad thanks for posting. Powerful stuff and incredible to see the change in the media.
Posted by TruthWillOut on 04/04/13 at 07:47 PM | #
Thank you Yummi for taking the time to lay it all out in such a clear way.
Powerful stuff! And thank you too to Kermit and James Raper and Cardiol and Peter and Skeptical Bystander and Media Watcher (and all who contribute) for your informative and clarifying posts about the facts of this case, Italian jurisprudence and this horrifying PR campaign that takes an evil, distorts it then magnifies it by perpetuating the lies ad nauseam.
In gratitude, Carlos.
Posted by carlos on 04/04/13 at 07:51 PM | #
Thank you, Yummi, for such a comprehensive explanation of the Supreme Court process and decision. Extremely informative, and I do hope that journalists decide to read it before they write any more misinformed “innocent abroad” stories.
Posted by Vivianna on 04/04/13 at 08:31 PM | #
Very interesting article from 2009
http://www.theweek.co.uk/politics/amanda-knox-free/18041/signs-suggest-amanda-knox-psychopath
and great credit to you Peter for your untiring effort, bringing us all back time and again in the belief that justice will prevail.
Posted by shavournia on 04/04/13 at 10:06 PM | #
Much of it, it seems to me, would need to turn on Judge Micheli’s report. We hear Massei but how is Micheli’s report regarded? Because in itself, it would almost convict the two.
Posted by James Higham on 04/04/13 at 10:21 PM | #
True, James
The 4 sections of “Understanding Micheli”, who was Guede’s Trial-Judge, incriminates all 3 perps.
Thank you so much Yummi for providing such an excellent article. Great work!
This post is a must read for those people who at best have been relying solely on the poor reporting of the US media or at worst on the constant supply of fantasy tales by the Amanda Knox PR agency and the nasty nonsense spread by her weird Groupies.
Anyone with common sense ought to understand the suspects own families, a paid up PR agent, their Fans and in particular those whose main objective was to take sides with the accused in order to profit by publishing some biased book based on falsehoods or somehow, in hope of that’s how their 15 minutes of fame must come…
Well, for obvious reasons, nothing these people write or say should ever be used as a point of reference or be considered as a good source of factual information on the case. Shame on those lazy reporters that all they do is copy-paste the pro-suspects spun nonsense.
Why does a suspect if innocent needs to have costly PR from almost day one? Spin Spin Spin!
Bravo Yummi!
Posted by jools. on 04/04/13 at 10:42 PM | #
Bravo! Thanks Yummi,
Posted by Miriam on 04/04/13 at 11:17 PM | #
Thanks Yummi for this brilliant article. It’s essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the reasons why the judges at the Italian Supreme Court annulled Hellmann’s verdict.
Perhaps someone should send it to him as he still seems completely ignorant of the Italian Criminal Procedure Code and the concept of reasonable doubt.
Posted by The Machine on 04/04/13 at 11:32 PM | #
Excellent work Yummi, thank you!
Posted by Spencer on 04/04/13 at 11:40 PM | #
@ louiehaha
it has no significance, here the dispositivo is just repeateing the previous set of charges. The absorbing of charge c) into a) means that c) is counted in as an aggravating circumstance of a),
This is an automatic technical thing that has to do only with the determination of penalty, and it is not a Supreme Court decision. It was already so, it was set by the preliminary Judge Micheli in 2008 when he formulated the charges
Posted by Yummi on 04/04/13 at 11:56 PM | #
Incredible article and analysis. I don’t know how you put all of that together so quickly and so well. I understand much better now what happened at the Supreme Court level.
Posted by believing on 04/05/13 at 04:19 AM | #
Yummi A thousand thanks for this. If more lawyers would take the time to read this or something as concise then I content there would be better lawyers. Once again thank you
Posted by Grahame Rhodes on 04/05/13 at 04:55 AM | #
A quick addendum from me.
If the Knox Sollecito apologists had someone like Yummi as apposed to the Fischer/Preston/Dempsey/Moore whomsoever. then they would be better equipped and further along and taken more seriously.
Of course that would be impossible considering the information they have to work with. Finally, given that observation, and to quote an old Royal Navy toast “confusion to our enemies”
“Engage the Enemy more closely,”
“He (Dr Riello) went beyond the criticism expressed in the Galati-Costagliola appeal when he described an obvious bias of the appeal court “not in just a few passages of the second instance verdict – it’s as if the defendants should benefit from a kind of anthropological and cultural immunity, in relation to the events.â€
Very true. This remark encapsulates the belief I think we have all shared that the appeal judges had indeed been exposed to the effects of the relentless Knox PR campaign and that their objectivity as regards the evidence had been compromised.
This will not happen again. The PR campaign has all been for nothing and the supertanker, though still thrashing through the water, is charging around rudderless and will not make port again.
It is all at sea.
May I just echo the praise of Yummi and Peter but let’s not forget the Machine and the other main writers. Just saw a piece at PMF which shows the Knoxers’ disregard for the facts. Pity [for them] the Supreme Court deals in facts.
Hi James Higham. Other posters in this very complex area do deserve great credit. Take a look at the first comment above? They are named there.
Today, April 5, is the anniversary of another, still unresolved miscarriage of justice event that promoted the foundation of TJMK, and inspired many to become TJMK members.
On April 5, 2006, the Duke Lacrosse coach was forced to resign under threat by athletics director and Duke President canceled the remainder of the 2006 season.
This was Duke’s response to the false accusations that three Duke University students, members of the Duke men’s lacrosse team, had raped a stripper.
Although the students were eventually declared innocent, and won some restitution from Duke for improperly smearing them, other affected Duke students whose reputations were also eternally smeared by the false accusations, are still, 7 years later, being stonewalled by Duke.
Her family, irreversibly anguished 6 years ago, now have more hope that Meredith’s stonewalling killers will not escape.
More hope for Meredith’s family?
Apparently Duke has stopped brazening it out - finally?:
“Ex-Duke Lacrosse Players End Lawsuit Against School
By Andrew Harris - Mar 1, 2013
Thirty-eight former Duke University lacrosse players ended a 2008 lawsuit alleging that the institution lent its credibility to rape allegations against three other team members who were later vindicated.
An agreement to drop the case against the university, President Richard Brodhead and other officials was filed Feb. 27 in federal court in Durham, North Carolina. That document referenced a Feb. 20 accord that doesn’t appear on the court’s electronic docket.
“My clients settled their lawsuit with Duke,†plaintiffs’ attorney David H. Thompson said today in a telephone interview. The terms of that agreement are confidential, he said.â€
However, Durham is still stalling:
The 38 settling players will continue to press claims against the city of Durham, public officials and police for “inappropriate and illegal conduct,†Thompson said today.
Yummi, wow just wow! This is a painstaking and thorough elucidation of the Supreme Court ruling. I applaud your surpassing excellence on this report, such hard work and diligence.
Thanks for explaining about Dr. Chiello overseeing the panel and the job of Judge Caprioglio. She must have spent a lot of time and labor to describe the case to the panel of judges. I’m glad she is an expert on sex crimes and a no-nonsense judge. You elaborated on her major role and also on Judge Riello’s “anvil” of arguments with which he squashed the weak reasoning of the appeal.
You drew a clear picture of Bongiorno railing on about insignificances and Dalla Vedova standing with Ghirgha on their rickety planks. Contrast that to the powerful Maresca who brought his mentor Fabiani. Maresca (long live the astute Maresca) pointed out major flaws in the defense appeal.
Thank you for your detailed report of the Supreme Court proceedings. It’s a marvel that puts the reader right in the courtroom.
Appreciation to Dr. Chieffi, Caprioglio, Riello, and the undaunted Maresca. The fog and smoke of Amanda Knox lies and spin vanished over the last year. This time the simple truth shone out. Your article is like a moving sonata.
@ James Raper
Sir, your comment on Dr Riello’s claim of an obvioius bias in the appeal court which conferred a sort of implicit immunity on the defendants (“anthropological & cultural”) tells me something I hadn’t known but which strikes me as important.
But I offer comment on another of your remarks when you say: “The PR campaign has all been for nothing and the supertanker, though still thrashing through the water, is charging around rudderless and will not make port again.”
We may wonder about that. It was certainly noticeable that in the spacious interval between, say, the Harper’s book deal & the Supreme Court, almost nothing surfaced of the contrived “news” (as I see it) so often published in The Mail, for instance. A long surprising silence, even there. And nothing to speak of in the Seattle Papers.
But now & no doubt in conjunction with Harper’s we have new releases & photos. Harper’s will be calling the shots, thanks to the rumored $4,000,000. advance.
If as Peter has suggested, Harper’s may now withhold or again delay publication of Amanda’s Waiting to be Heard, your supertanker might indeed remain at see. But Harper’s, long in business, will know how to sell books & when a launching is timely.
The end of the month is not far off. Is that time enough for the anticipated change in publicity news which some of us expect? If publication goes ahead just now & the book sells, I think that event may bolster the case for Amanda’s staying home, regardless.
I could wish that Amanda will be sent back to Italy (& Italian justice) & it would please me if that happened. It would also be one more surprise for me in this long, long trial.
Cardiol is right. The direct inspiration for TJMK was a blog called Durham in Wonderland.
http://durhamwonderland.blogspot.com/
It was created by a law professor called KC Johnson (Harvard trained) who teaches at Brooklyn College.
He had zero to do with Duke University or the North Carolina town of Durham, but he sensed an enormous injustice by the city and university against some lacrosse players who were indeed falsely accused of rape.
Media were all 100% on the side of the school and town. NOBODY was supporting the boys in their claim of innocence.
But the persistence of that blog was extraordinary. It helped materially to reverse public opinion, yank the case against the boys, and run the rogue district attorney Mike Nifong out of town.
Interesting, Cardiol and Pete, I didn’t know about that history behind the origins of this site. Thanks for bringing it to light!
Posted by Earthling on 04/05/13 at 11:25 PM | #
So this was one of those rare cases where police and prosecutors actually did go wrong.
Posted by aethelred23 on 04/05/13 at 11:35 PM | #
I always look forward to reading Yummis posts because we simply dont know all this stuff, in fact few people ever bother to drill down on anything these days and spot what are the prime movers we are all so hungry for that. Same in the MOF domain.
Only one great mystery might remain. The FOA got a real break in Chief Judge De Nuncio appointing Hellmann and Zanetti, and freezing out the vastly smarter and more experienced Judge Chiari. There were even protests but De Nuncio was absolutely adamant.
I really want us to continue poking away at that. It cost the Kerchers 2-3 years without relief, and De Nuncio and Hellmann dont seem to have given a damn.
Wladimiro De Nunzio is a riddle.
He did not have the power to remove Sergio Matteini Chiari, but he was able to force him to step back through a machiavellian chess move, which we can say included a practice of ostracism and blackmail; and it was totally unjustified and unexplainable (to me).
The simple problem is, I don’t have evidence on Wladimiro De Nunzio. He is not an outsider and a discredited small fish like Hellmann and Zanetti.
Moreover, Manuela Comodi had arrested - while in Spoleto - a right-wing politician, a very close friend of Hellmann. They all knew about his resentment, de Nunzio too. The fact that De Nunzio’s role remains in the dark is probably partly a consequence of a Galati’s mistake.
Comodi (and Mignini) understood the trap and wanted to impeach Hellmann and Zanetti on their first wild words at the beginning, but Galati - who as a newcomer had just arrived from Rome - was probably afraid, as he understood the gravity of the situation, about waging a total war against the head of the appeal courts as a first step.
So he did not impeach Hellmann and his court; thus De Nunzio remained in the shadow. This reluctance or caution by Galati was the mistake.
Posted by Yummi on 04/06/13 at 04:21 AM | #
Hi aethelred23
I think our focus is on miscarriages of justice - whichever way they cut.
Hi aethelred23 and Cardiol. Hardline prosecutors are not too rare here - many are elected - and there are occasional tales of them making things up. Periodically someone is let out of prison who should not have been there.
But most do a tough and not very well paid job well. Nifong was almost unique. And in Italy where every justice offical is on a career track and there are no elections or political appointments I’d say the average is even higher.
This has been one huge problem of the conspiracy theory nuts: no motive for it. Mignini had none, and all the others involved up to Cassation had none. Oh, it was an American? Well, Sollecito is not American, why frame him?
The fact is, there were hundreds of evidence point in this crime, and all US and UK courts need is ONE. One mixed trace of Meredith’s blood and Knox’s blood? Case closed.
Just re-read this report and it’s truly outstanding, not just as coverage of the facts but in its clarity. It stands out more to me now, having re-read Massei.
One aspect which might not be able to be used is Natalie Hayward’s testimony which, in conjunction with Micheli and the DNA in Filomena’s room, really does seal it for me. Seems to me that testimony is important.
Or to next entry The New Palace Of Justice In Florence Where The Repeat of The Appeal Will Take Place
Or to previous entry A Growing Number Of Commentators Are Objecting To Overexposure Of The Two Still Accused
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Things I miss about old-time hockey….
It’s stating the obvious that the sports world has changed rather dramatically in recent decades. Free agency, longer seasons and monstrous contracts (and profits, in many cases) have shifted the landscape for fans, as ticket prices are now often out of the reach for many of us.
In sports like football, artificial turf has changed the look and feel of the game. In hockey and football, injuries occur more often and are seemingly more serious. (It could well be that our growing awareness has at least meant more reported injuries.) The equipment itself has created huge problems because more than simply protect, it causes serious damage, too.
Everything is so corporate now—advertising all over the boards; in-arena promotions; constant hype.
Things are just different.
For its part, hockey is the same sport, but it’s a different game. It's so fast, everyone shoots hard now. Players wear armour and work out twelve months a year.
And there are so many commercials during the broadcast. Every little thing is sponsored.
It’s all about money, and understandably so, I guess.
But still, there are things I miss about the old days. Now, the old days for some VLMers may be the ‘90s, while for me it kind of goes back to the late 1950s and into the 1960. But we all have memories of when things were different, eh?
Not everything was perfect in “the old days”, I realize, but here are a few things (and people) that I miss:
King Clancy, who was an ever-present figure in the Maple Leaf organization for decades. He was always good for a hopeful (though not always realistic) outlook on the blue and white.
Punch Imlach (above right): love him or hate him, he ran the Leafs for a decade. Some say he should have won even more Cups but he did build teams that won four championships in the '60s.
Paul Morris as the public address announcer. Every goal, every penalty announcement was intoned the same way. No phoney drama.
Hockey Night in Canada being exclusively on CBC. No criticism of Sportsnet, but HNIC, when I was a kid, was always about Saturday nights on CBC—the National network. (Where I was raised, we didn’t even have a CTV affiliate station—Canadian content meant CBC.) After the game, if I’m not mistaken, “Juliette” (a Canadian production) came on between 10:30 and 11pm.
Ward Cornell’s simple interview style and ability to host HNIC without undue fanfare and hype. (In later years, beginning in the early ‘70s, Dave Hodge was fine, but not my cup of tea so much…)
The fact that, in the really old days (at least where I lived in southwestern Ontario) HNIC was the only hockey game you saw all week. It was so special. Today, fans can watch several games a night—all at once. That’s great, but I miss the special feeling around Saturday nights.
When the games started at 8pm on Saturday nights. They have switched the time to 7pm now for a variety of reasons, including the desire to have “double-headers” on television. But I preferred 8 o’clock starts. It just felt “right”.
Leaf games on the radio from Chicago on Sunday nights, starting "late" at 8:30 my time. When the nearby Red Wings were at home, I'd listen to Detroit games starting at 7 on Sunday night, then flip to the Leaf game at 8:30. A full night of old-time hockey listening.
Maple Leaf Gardens. There was nothing like walking into the Gardens on game night, especially against a good team. If the Habs, Bruins or the Flyers were in town in the '70s, the feeling was really something. The old pictures on the walls alone made each visit memorable.
The Montreal Forum. I was fortunate to attend a number of games there in the late 1970s. A real hockey shrine, at least to my impressionable eyes—so much history. Just watching games on television from the Gardens or the Forum was great.
The old “greys” at Maple Leaf Gardens—a great vantage point to really watch the play develop.
The feeling in the air around the Gardens on the night of a playoff game, walking up the subway steps and that sense of building excitement.
The old Esso commercials, with actor Murray Westgate as the friendly neighbourhood Esso dealer. (As a kid, it’s like you felt he really worked for Esso.)
The interviews that Cornell and Hodge did with players between period, where they and the players could actually sit for a few minutes and have a bit of a conversation—not the rushed, breathless, stand-up Q&A’s we see nowadays.
The days when regular-season games ended in a tie. You never heard the word “overtime” until spring—and playoff time.
When games simply ended in a tie (still seems like a fair result to me, after 60 minutes) and there were no shoot-outs. Enough said.
A 70 game schedule, which was about right. (82 games is still too much, especially given the injuries that players are experiencing.)
When the season ended in April/very early May, just as the weather was turning nice.
Foster Hewitt on the radio (especially Sunday night Leaf games on CBC radio), and Danny Gallivan doing Hab games on television. For me, they were the best.
The Canadiens being so good, because it gave me, as a Leaf supporter, something to hate and a team to root against.
The intense rivalries with Montreal, Detroit and Chicago. Before expansion in 1967, teams played each other 14 times a year. It sounds like a lot, but it worked.
The Leaf players of my youth: Bower, Horton, Stanley, Duff, Armstrong, Keon, Ellis, Baun, Walton, Pulford and many others. Those guys won championships together. Yes, there were only six NHL teams at the time and you only had to win two rounds in the playoffs to become champions, but those were the best players in the world at the time. The game is faster, probably much better now, in some ways, but I liked the pace of the game back in the early ‘60s.
The fact that I knew the names of all the players in the league back in early '60s.
Bobby Orr, Jean Beliveau, Henri Richard, Bobby Hull, Gordie Howe. All great Leaf rivals, I hated—and admired—them all.
Affordable ticket prices.
I don’t miss Peter Puck, the early ‘80s Leafs, the Broad Street Bullies, Harold Ballard, Howie Meeker (as enthusiastic as he was), TV broadcasts with a red dot following the puck and assorted other things. But I do miss everything I mentioned above.
What do you miss?
Pete Cam October 16, 2014 at 9:13 PM
Good evening Michael,
I found myself nodding along with all your points. Everything seems just too commercial and too hyped these days. Now there is even talk of putting advertising on team sweaters a la soccer...ugh!
Although I enjoy and appreciate the internet and the many Leafs blog sites I really miss the excellent sports sections of the three Toronto papers (Telegram, Globe and Star). The writing was far superior to today's and the game pictures were outstanding.
I feel for the kids and young adults today who can't afford to go to a game these days. Back in the day a teenager with a part time job could afford season's tickets.
I miss Maple Leaf Gardens. It was indeed the hockey shrine. There was not a bad seat in the house. You could stand behind the grey seats and still have a perfect view of the game.
I miss the continuity of the old days when one could follow a Leaf prospect through the Marlboroughs or St. Michael's and where many players spent the majority of their career with the same team.
I miss the Sunday afternoon double headers.featuring the Marlies and St.Mikes against junior teams with affiliation to the other NHL teams.
I guess you can't turn back the clock and I wouldn't want to but it is fun to indulge in nostalgia.
Thank you, Michael, for a wonderful column.
Michael Langlois October 16, 2014 at 9:28 PM
And thanks for adding to the list of great memories, Pete Cam. I agree that it was great to read the old Toronto sports pages, and the cost of tickets was so much less. (I was able to have seats in the greys in the '70s for $4 a seat.)
I wasn't living in Toronto in the days of the junior A double-headers but I saw some great Marlie games in the early '70s, though Ballard didn't have all the lights turned on for the Junior games, at least that's how it seemed. And I agree, following Leaf prospects in those days with the Marlies and St. Mike's was one of the best things about being a fan. Thanks Pete!
I absolutely miss the mystique that came with Saturday night Hockey Night in Canada! We had one television station and nothing but a couple dinky local radio stations, it was before cable and satellite, and the instant updates of the internet, so that was the one true time to see the Leafs. I would spend my entire Saturday afternoon bouncing off the walls, waiting for 8 pm and the familiar music theme. It seemed so sad a few years ago to see the HNIC theme dumped by CBC and its rights put up for bidding. Just another reminder of the business that hockey is today.
I miss hockey cards. Not the slick, glossy, $5 a pack kind. Our choice then was O-Pee-Chee or nothing. And it did not matter. I could scrounge up loose change from the seat cushions, do the dishes and get another ten cents from my grandmother, and walk a mile down Highway 35 to the general store and plunk down twenty cents in whatever form I was able to add it up, and walk out with a pack of cards. We didn't care about the edges or "mint condition" either. All we knew was that Leafs players and goalies were worth two regular cards in trading, and we would line them up against the wall on the school playground and flick other cards at them to knock them down.
I miss Sittler, Salming, McDonald, Palmateer, Williams, Turnbull, Vaive, Derlago, even Rocky Saganiuk, who coincidentally became my son's first hockey coach years later. I had no idea how bad my Leafs were in the early 80s, or the dysfunction that surrounded the franchise. It didn't matter to me, just so long as I could see them play once a week.
I miss a time when the players did not have to apologize for skating ten times all summer. They didn't skate once, they were too busy working summer jobs and spending time back home with their families.
I certainly miss all the old barns, Maple Leaf Gardens included, that have been replaced by sterile palaces full of corporate suites and suits.
Michael Langlois October 17, 2014 at 8:51 AM
Thanks for that, Pete. I, too, looked forward to the Saturday night games, the music, all that came with what was essentially the "Game of the Week".
Trading cards: absolutely. I had similar memories (a nickel a pack in my day in the early '60s, I think it was). Empty pop bottles, anything that would net the required amount!
I remember the players you mention- they all bring back great memories.
And yes, as much as all these new buildings are modern and impressive, none match the feel of the Gardens, Forum, the old Olympia in Detroit, Chicago Stadium, etc.
Leafs Fan in Mexico October 17, 2014 at 9:07 AM
I miss the little player sticker books from Esso. My Dad used to know the local Esso guy and he would always slip me a few extra packs to help fill out my book! I hated the Habs but how could you not love their team in the early to mid 70s, it seemed so complete especially when that rookie goaltender came from now where.... what was his name.... oh yea Ken Dryden..!!!
For me though, it was all Bobby Baun here is a great interview with him in the Toronto Star from last April http://on.thestar.com/11CCz55
That early '70s Esso sticker book was fantastic, Leafs Fan in Mexico. And those Montreal teams of the '70s were so good- too good!
Baun will always be a special player in Leaf lore. Thanks for the link.
On behalf of Conn Smythe and Stafford Smythe, as well as the rest of the Smythe family, I would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to those who have expressed fond memories of Maple Leaf Gardens. It was home to us, and we wanted our guests to feel at home too. We loved seeing fathers take their sons to the pictures in the hall. As a child, I had the run of the place before the Marlie games. We slid down the bannisters and raced around the halls. Dad and Tommy used to skateboard around the building. The employees were always good to us as kids, and the players were our heroes. My mother's touches were everywhere too, as well as my grandmothers. Mom's recipes were served in the Hot Stove Lounge, and she designed the usherette's uniforms. We remain profoundly grateful to all the people who came through the doors. Love to Leaf fans around the world from the heart of the matter. Go Leafs!
Michael Langlois October 17, 2014 at 10:59 AM
I appreciate whenever you can find the time to visit VLM and leave a comment, Elizabeth. One of the things I should have included (it was on my initial list!) in the things I "miss" is when the Smythe family - Conn, and later Stafford - owned the Leafs and Maple Leaf Gardens.
Many of us "older" fans still recall those days fondly. Thank you, Elizabeth.
RLMcC October 17, 2014 at 6:13 PM
Good stuff from all.
As usual, this sets up a little trip thru nostalgia land.
I can relate to statements about taking son to hockey games at MLG. The Marlies (Junior and Senior) were useful as a 10 year old boy and later as a father and minor hockey coach. This started me into some hockey research, on hockeydb. When was first game that I saw in MLG? My father grew up in Brantford, Ontario and decided he wanted to see his buddy form his hockey days play for KW Dutchman. His name was Jack Shewchuk - well it turns out he played for Dutchman in 1949-1950 after playing for Boston Bruins for six years. Bobby Bauer (of Bauer Hockey Equipment) was also on that team. In those days, the Marlie Seniors got both kids on way up, and oldsters finishing off their careers. Often, the juniors (e.g. Danny Lewicki) would get a tryout prior to joining Leafs. Like Pete, I liked the days when you followed players from Junior years until they got to Leafs. I was able to see this even more with the Red Wings as I followed Hamilton Red Wings when we moved to Hamilton area.
On my recent trip to Toronto, I visited an old friend who played in the Marlboro system from Minor Peewee to Major Midget and then ended up with Dixie Beehives. He pulled out old photos of these teams. I hadn't realized this, but they used to practice regularly in MLG. What a thrill that would have been.
I am with you on the equipment issue. I sometimes wonder whether wearing all this body armour has actually created more injury problems. My memory may fail me, but the old days did not have the number of major injuries as now, despite no helmets and lesser armour. We were either crazy or we had greater respect? Concussions are going to be a major issue going forward in both hockey and football. Between cost and injury fears, this may kill the golden goose. I understand minor hockey registration is down significantly? Any correlation?
Hi Ralph (RLMcC)- I enjoyed your comments, as always. It's so interesting when we can look back to those days. You mention guys who played for the Dutchmen; I recall a name like Real Chevrefils, who played very well in the NHL with the Bruins in the 1950s and then played on the local Senior A team in the early '60s, the Windsor Bulldogs. Great memories.
The equipment, to me, is an issue. And yes, while I don't know for sure, it strikes me that injury concerns are indeed a reason parents are not enrolling their kids in hockey as much these days.
InTimeFor62 October 17, 2014 at 11:53 PM
I miss the Gondola (and even the mention thereof) and it's 'occupants' like Foster for some early years and Bill through much of my youth - Brian MacFarlane was also a missed personality. It was great to look over into the 'window' to see King Clancy's smiling face... we always hoped he would have a positive effect on Ballard (and who knows what else might've happened without the jovial sidekick in there with Harold). Paul Morris was surely the iconic voice of Maple Leaf Gardens, as you said, Michael.
I actually miss the smaller pads on players and goalies - it would sure be less 'technical' if more desperation was required to make the saves. I'm sure a lot of players don't miss the bruises from the lesser padding, but I think there ought to be 'safer' options so that the pads (shoulder especially) couldn't be used as weapons.
I liked overtime being reserved for the playoffs where a tie was a tribute to well-matched adversaries who could always 'settle it' in the playoffs - they almost seemed like a badge of honour, with both teams equally rewarded for their effort, living to fight another day. I miss defensive play (but not the clutching and grabbing) where you had to expect some opposition and use some tenacity to 'soldier on'. I'm not exactly sure how defenders are supposed to do that nowadays - the options seem limited in one's own zone. The speed is fun, but I think it contributes to injuries... wouldn't it be nice to watch a game with clean boards and ice with limited commercial intrusions? Sure would be a shock for modern viewers if they went back to the early 70's format for a game!
I miss wooden sticks - even though I'm sure the lighter, snappier ones create their own excitement, I just liked the 'simplicity' of the old sticks.
It's funny, InTimeFor62, I preferred the game when not everyone skated a million miles an hour. And the speed of the game, with the equipment, have surely added to the injury outcomes.
Yes, fewer commercials, wooden sticks. We can't go back, though I wish we could!
Mr.Langlois, I am 74 yrs. old, and have been a Leafs fan since HNIC was first on T.V. in the early '50,s. I am in total agreement with what you wrote, and what other posters have written. Brings back fond memories. Just an aside, did you grow up in the Windsor/Essex County area? The reference to the Windsor Bulldogs of the old Senior A, OHA maded me think so, just a guess.
JRRSr.
Hi JRRSr.- thanks for the note. Yes, Essex County was home. Lots of Hab, Leaf and Red Wing fans in those days.
I miss the wooden sticks too. I still use wooden sticks only.
But there is one particular thing I miss and you don't have to go so far back in time to find some players who did that: wearing their sweaters with pride.
Today it is all about the money and there seem to be a lot of other things that seem to be more important to players than wearing their sweater with pride.
I hear you, Marcus.
I also miss most of the items mentioned by you and everyone else.
I also remember, like it was yesterday, the excitement of walking up the stairs and coming out of the subway at Carlton.
Once in Maple Leaf Gardens (MLG), I remember making a bee-line for the closet souvenir booth to see what I might be able to afford with my allowance - I had a real soft spot for the little wooden hockey sticks with the black and white head-shots of the popular Leafs.
I miss the loooong escalator rides up the greys.
I miss the older lady a few rows down from where we sat who used to scream at Jim McKenny to "get a hair cut McKenny" every time he used to make a bad play.
But I especially miss Maple Leaf Gardens itself!
What a great building to see a hockey game in.
Thanks for the walk down memory lane.
Wayne B.
Michael Langlois October 23, 2014 at 12:42 PM
Thanks for sharing those memories, Wayne. Everything you talked about rings home for me. The escalators, just everything about that wonderful old building. (I well remember McKenny, too!)
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• Pray for our Father to give our brothers and sisters the strength to walk faithfully.
• Pray for the widows, orphans, and pastors that W&P supports in East Africa.
• Pray that the faith of the persecuted will strengthen and they endure the test.
Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good! His faithful love endures forever! Psalm 107:2
Come to me, all you that are weary and arae carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. ~Matthew 11:28
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Nigeria Police Free Kidnapped Christian Amid Killing Spree
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• Praise God for protecting and blessing the W&P team that did God’s work in East Africa.
Real courage embraces the twin realities of current difficulty and ultimate triumph. The old people of God knew this peace: “Though a host encamps against me, my heart shall not fear; though war arise against me, yet I will be confident” (Psalm 27:3 RSV).
Do not give in to your fears. Resist the temptation to retreat and hunker down. This is the time for faith; the season for God-based hope. “Be still in the presence of the Lord, and wait patiently for him to act. Don’t worry about the evil people who prosper or fret about their wicked schemes” (Psalm 37:7 NLT). Courage is a choice. Let it be yours. ~Max Lucado
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Nigeria Police Kill Suspect In Kidnapping British Missionaries
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• Pray for the W&P team that is doing God’s work in East Africa.
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The Future is as bright as the promises of God! ~William Carey
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Christians Pray for Murders to Stop in South Africa
November 02, 2017 -- BLOEMFONTEIN, SOUTH AFRICA (BosNewsLife)-- Millions of South Africans are praying for "the healing" of their country amid ongoing massive murders of predominantly Christian farmers and others in the African nation. South Africa has been dubbed the "murder capital of the world," where at least 50 murders are said to take place daily.
• Pray for the families and the community of Sutherland Springs, Texas.
• Pray for the W&P team that is doing God’s work in Ethiopia.
• Pray for the underground church and pastors in East Africa. Pray for a revival!
• Pray that God’s Name is glorified, His Kingdom established & the world reconciled to Himself. Pray that the faith of the persecuted will strengthen and they endure.
Ask of Me, and I will make the nations your heritage, and the ends of the earth your possession. Psalm 2:8
For I decided to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ and Him crucified. 1 Corinthians 2:2
If I shut up the heavens so that there is no rain, or if I command the locust to devour the land, or if I send pestilence among My people, If my people who are called by name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. ~ II Chronicles 7:13-14
Arise & shine; please pray for the following!
Give thanks for all the Lord is AWAKENING IN YOU!! There is power in His blood and the name of Jesus Christ. May others experience the goodness of this truth and have an encounter with the Living God in this season! Pray for our local and global churches. Pray that our pastors stand firmly on the Word of God.
Pray for the leaders of our nation to stand firm on God’s Word. Give thanks we have leaders who are in the palm of His hand! Isaiah 41:13 — May they call upon Him for wisdom. May they give Him thanks for the peace and order that He brings. Give thanks for God fearing men and women serving in these positions.
PERSECUTED BELIEVERS
We lift up our brothers & sisters & those yet to come that they may know He is present in their midst and hears their prayers. Let us pray that even in the midst of dire circumstances and even in the midst of severe threats and actions of death they will have the grace to STAND NO MATTER WHAT and not forsake Jesus Yeshua Isa – Son of the Living God. Lift up where ISIS (or affiliate) is controlling in places like Nigeria, Middle East, Algeria, etc.
Lift up Israel and individuals within the country (Jews & Arabs alike). Pray for the peace of Jerusalem. May those who love you prosper — Psalm 122:6. Pray that Israelis will move forward with the leader that the Lord appoints. May there be peace.
Breaking news & latest headlines for the week:
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• Pray for Getaneh, Wosene and the team in Africa as they minister. Please also pray God’s protection for the believers in east Africa.
• Pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters who are under attack — especially the families and friends of those who were killed for their faith this weekend.
• Pray these believers would know the hope God gives (Ephesians 1:18); that the Holy Spirit will strengthen them (Ephesians 3:16); that they would have boldness to speak (Ephesians 6:20) and that the work in the Kingdom of God would bear much fruit.
• Pray for revival in our hearts, our churches, our towns, state and country.
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‘Kishore Kumar would’ve been a hit even today’
Mumbai, Aug 4 (IANS) Versatile singer Kishore Kumar would have celebrated his 79th birthday Monday, had he been alive. And the film fraternity believes the singer-actor would have been a hit with audiences even today. Most Bollywood personalities agree that Kishore Kumar was ahead of his time. Even the new generation of singers and composers […]
Mumbai, Aug 4 (IANS) Versatile singer Kishore Kumar would have celebrated his 79th birthday Monday, had he been alive. And the film fraternity believes the singer-actor would have been a hit with audiences even today. Most Bollywood personalities agree that Kishore Kumar was ahead of his time. Even the new generation of singers and composers think so. “I often wonder how Kishore Kumar, who innovated so much in his time, would have would have innovated today in Bollywood film music,” said composer Monty Sharma of “Saawariya” fame.
“Although film music has undergone a vast change over the years, I am sure Kishoreda would have fitted in the current music trend and sprung surprises,” he added. “A singer like Kishore Kumar never gets outdated. Perhaps he would have been ahead of our time also,” Sharma quipped.
His was the voice that sang unforgettable numbers like the joyous ‘Paanch rupaiya baara aana’, the soulful ‘Zindagi ka safar’, the romantic ‘Pal, pal dil ke pas’ and the foot tapping ‘Eena meena deeka’ that has people doing the twist even 50 years later. However, to call Kishore Kumar only a singer would be underestimating his talent. He was a multi-faceted personality who was at once a singer, actor, writer, director, producer and composer. And in all these areas he has left his unique mark.
The continuing craze for remix albums of Kishore Kumar songs points to the fact that no modern singer can beat his singing style. “One can only copy him, none can innovate like him,” said music director Anu Malik. Ashim Samanta, son of yesteryear’s well-known director Shakti Samanta, recalled his family’s strong ties with Kishore Kumar who sang the best of his songs in Shakti Samanta movies.
“They struggled in the film industry together. My dad was trying to become a director and Kishore uncle’s aim was to get into films. That was how they came to know each other and became friends,” said Ashim. All the numbers Kishore Kumar crooned for Samanta’s films were hits. The most popular among those were “Mere sapno ki rani” and “Roop tera mastana” for “Aradhana” and “Chingadi koi bhadke” and “Kuch to log Kahenge” for “Amar Prem”.
Kishore Kumar, Dev Anand, R.D.Burman, Yash Chopra.jpg“He (Kishore Kumar) was fine-tuned with Panchamda (R.D. Burman). In fact, both understood each other so well that they could extract the best out of each other. He treated Panchamda as his younger brother,” Ashim said. “I remember when dad planned his movies, Kishore uncle would tell Panchamda to send the music tracks of the films to him at least 24 hours in advance for rehearsal before recording.”
Ashim believes that Kishore Kumar’s singing style was so unique that he would have been a hit even today. “Tunes of some of the songs he sang might not have been good, but the quality of his voice was so sweet that the songs sounded good to ears. Above all, he was a very good human being, eccentric sometimes, but jovial all the time,” Ashim said.
Kishore Kumar also sang for Dev Anand. At a time when Mohammad Rafi and Mukesh were ruling the roost, Dev Anand R.D.Burman, Asha Bhonsle, Kishore Kumar.jpgwas one of the few actors who gave him a chance to sing for him. He sang for Dev Anand in “Guide” to great success. Remembering him, Dev Anand said: “Kishore was my darling. I knew him through Ashok Kumar who gave me the my first big break in Bombay Talkies.”
The singer-actor died of a heart attack Oct 13, 1987, leaving behind legions of fans – and imitators.
Among his memorable songs are “Haal kaisa hai janaab ka” from the 1958 hit “Chalti ka Naam Gaadi”, “Yeh raatein, yeh mausam” (”Dilli ka Thug”), “Aa chal ke tujhe” (”Door Gagan ki Chaon Mein”), “Mere mehboob qayamat hogi” (”Mr. X in Bombay”) “Mere saamne wali khidki mein” (”Padosan”), “Woh shaam kuch ajeeb thi” (”Khamoshi”), “Aaye Tum Yaad Mujhe” (”Mili”), “Zindagi ek safar hai suhana” (”Andaaz”) “Chala jata hoon” (”Mere Jeevan Saathi”), “Musafir hoon yaron” (”Parichay”), “Main shair badnaam” (”Namak Haram”) and “Zindagi ke safar mein” (”Aap ki Kasam”).
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shashank chickermane Says:
I really believe if kk would be alive today he would have in Antakshari or Saregama program with his humours ways of judgement. But God is not kind to such type of personalities. In his short age he became genius in all the departments in the film industry. But he told in the interview tht he wanted to leave Mumbai forever and wanted to shift to his native place Khandawa. But destiny was otherwise, his wish or desire wasnt fulfilled when his death came so suddenly. The fact was Kishoreda knew he will die in 1987 itself by his family priest and also he informed tht to his elder brother Ashok kumar and the fact happened tht he suddenly died in the 13th Oct evening on the fateful day of his elder brothers birthday. So, we miss him oftenly in nowadays programs.
SUBIN Says:
ACCORDING TO ME KISHOREKUMAR IS THE ULTIMATE, THERE IS NO DOUBT HIS VOICE WILL BE THE BEST ,EVEN AFTER A THOUSAND YEAR.TWO OF THE MOST PERFECT MALE VOICE I HAVE EXPERIENCED ARE KISHOREDA & YESUDAS. KISHOREDA’S STYLE WILL BE 25 YEARS AHEAD EVEN AFTER A THOUASAND YEAR,SIMPLY I CAN’T LIVE A SINGLE DAY WITHOUT HIS SONGS.
A Singh Says:
Absolutely no doubts about it.
Usman But Says:
Can words capture the depth and beauty of the ocean. Its a hard to praise Kishoreda in a few lines.
He was a multi-talented, God gifted, energetic natural who I believe had special blessings from God.
No one can be like you Kishoreda. We miss u forever….
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Ultima: Exodus
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Ultima: Exodus, known in Japan as ウルティマ 恐怖のエクソダス Urutima Kyofu no Ekusodasu, "Ultima: Fear of Exodus", is a role-playing game and a port of Ultima III: Exodus, but I have a history with it different enough to warrant its own page. This version was created by Newtopia Planning and first released in Japan by Pony Canyon on the NES in 1987, then for the MSX in 1988. It was published in North America by FCI on the NES in 1989. The MSX version is very similar to the NES version, just with a slightly different color palette and sound due to different hardware. This game was heavily advertised in Japan, the soundtrack was composed by a pop musician, a single was released featuring the vocals of a pop singer, several extensive hint books were made, and even a manga was written to popularize Ultima to Japanese audiances.
I first played this game after renting it from a video store and loved it. I remember reading the poorly printed replacement manual that came with the game that there was "dragon" armor, which I thought was so cool. Later, my step-brother brought his copy when he visited, and I play it. I accidentally erased his save game file, and my brother and I tried to rush through the game to get back all the stuff he had, but were unable to, he was very mad. But we kept playing, and I amassed a lot of gold and raised each of the characters to level 5. This unleashed the pirates, and we made it to Ambrosia. I found a shrine, and, teasingly, my step-brother told me to try and donate all my gold to see what happened. I obeyed, and didn't see any benefit, and I felt betrayed.
I later asked for the game for Christmas, and got it. It was a used copy and didn't have the manual, but it did come with a nice transparent purple plastic case, which was so fitting for the game. I played it a lot, but didn't get very far without the manual. Later, my brother and I found a copy of the hint book at a Toys 'R Us, and he bought it for me. With it, I was able to get a lot farther. The hint book contains everything I needed to beat the game, and I got about two thirds of the way through it, but I never did beat the game. I probably never will because it is a serious grind-fest.
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I own a complete in box copy of the game, but I have not beaten it.
For the time, the graphics are pretty good, certainly better than any of the PC-based Ultima ports.
The game has really good music.
Hiding portions of the map that your character's can't see, while not very attractive to look at, is certainly more realistic than seeing through walls, which was common in most RPGs of the day.
There is a large variety to the towns; each focuses on a particular terrain.
It's impressive to see varying ages in the NPCs.
The spell list is fairly varied. Attack spells for singular and multiple targets, spells for getting around in the dungeons, disarming traps, healing, and so forth.
The towns are very redundant. Most of them are useless except for a single item or clue, a couple of them could be removed altogether. And most of the game's dialogue is useless or contradictory.
Experience is poorly correlated to the difficulty of the monster. A full mob of skeletons can be defeated in a single round, for 32 XP, while a full mob of demons, who will leave your whole party injured and poisoned, only gives 64 XP.
Combat, though tactically superior to most RPGs of the time, is dreadfully slow.
Enemies can attack diagonally, but you cannot, even if your character is wielding a pole-arm.
If you pick the wrong menu item in combat, you have to cancel your turn, you can't go back.
I don't care for the 3D dungeons. You can't tell where the enemies are, there are WAY too many traps, and their layout is ridiculous.
There are a couple game breaking bugs, but they're rarely encountered.
The game requires an obscene amount of grinding. You have to grind monsters to get XP to raise levels, but levels only increase your HP. To raise stats, you must grind gold and donate 100 GP for a single stat increase at a shrine (a total of about 20,000 per character). You also have to constantly buy more food, buy healing, and equip your whole party with weapons and armor. All that grinding takes days, but, if combat were eliminated, you could probably beat the game in about an hour.
The original Japanese box is pretty great. It shows the fighter, cleric, thief, and wizard in cartoon style, in a dark realm, fighting monsters. Although, some of the monsters don't fit the game, the art is quite good.
Japanese game manual.
Sprite sheet - Player icons.
Sprite sheet - Player characters.
Sprite sheet - NPCs.
Sprite sheet - Monsters.
Sprite sheet - Unused.
mobygames.com/game/nes/exodus-ultima-iii - MobyGames (NES).
mobygames.com/game/msx/exodus-ultima-iii - MobyGames (MSX).
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ultima_III:_Exodus - Wikipedia.
gamefaqs.com/nes/587740-ultima-exodus - GameFAQs.
vgmpf.com/Wiki/index.php/Ultima:_Exodus_(NES) - Music.
thealmightyguru.com/Games/Hacking/Wiki/index.php/Ultima:_Exodus - NES Hacker Database.
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Official Genetic Evaluation for Mastitis Resistance
Producers recording health data can give themselves a pat on the back and soon reap the first benefit of their efforts. In December 2013, a routine evaluation for Mastitis Resistance will officially be implemented for Holstein, Ayrshire and Jersey breeds. The development of this novel trait was made possible through on-farm data voluntarily recorded by Canadian producers.
Health Recording
Mastitis Resistance is the product of a nation-wide effort to collect health and disease data, which began in 2007. The objective of the Canadian National Health Project was to provide information to dairy producers and their veterinarians for herd management, and to establish a national genetic evaluation system for selection to improve disease resistance. Health events, including mastitis, are recorded by producers using on-farm management software or record books. This information is collected by milk recording technicians and then forwarded to the DHI association for the region. In the province of Quebec, a very significant portion of the health data is recorded by veterinarians offering herd health services through the “DSA” (i.e.: Dossier Santé Animale/Animal Health Record) Program and then forwarded to Valacta. Once all recorded health events are processed within the national milk recording database, they are sent to Canadian Dairy Network (CDN) for the purposes of research and genetic evaluation. After six years, over 40% of all herds enrolled in milk recording are providing health event data for eight diseases on voluntary basis. In addition to clinical mastitis, the other
recorded diseases include metritis, retained placenta, cystic ovaries, lameness, milk fever, ketosis and displaced abomasum.
Mastitis Recording and Incidence
Of the eight diseases, clinical mastitis is the most frequent and most often reported, highlighting the economic importance of this trait. As seen in Figure 1, the frequency of mastitis increases with each parity and is estimated to be 12.9% in first lactation, 18.6% in second lactation and 22.2% in third and later lactation cows.
Genetic Evaluation of Mastitis Resistance
Traits producers commonly use for selection to promote udder health include Somatic Cell Score, Udder Depth and Fore Udder Attachment. However, together these traits only explain 46% of the genetic variation in resistance to mastitis. The new genetic evaluation for Mastitis Resistance incorporates these three predictors as well as recorded mastitis, Body Condition Score and several other measurements associated with somatic cell count. This approach results in an evaluation that explains as much as 72% of the genetic variation in Mastitis Resistance and increases the accuracy of genetic evaluations provided by CDN.
Since Mastitis Resistance is considered as a functional trait, genetic evaluations will be expressed as Relative Breeding Values (RBV) and they will be displayed in that manner on the CDN web site. An average bull in any breed will have a rating of 100 and higher evaluations reflect bulls that have daughters that are genetically more resistant to mastitis.
Despite the relatively low heritability of 4% for Mastitis Resistance, large differences exist between daughter groups. Table 1 shows that the percentage of diseased daughters varies between 6.3% and 22.0% among the group of ten sires with the best and worst proofs for Mastitis Resistance, respectively. In other words, for the worst bulls, one out of five daughters had a case of mastitis whereas only one out of 15 daughters of the best sires was affected by mastitis.
Comparing average incidence rates of mastitis in daughters of sires that are highly or poorly ranked clearly shows value in genetic evaluation and selection programs to improve disease resistance in dairy cattle. However, concern is occasionally voiced in regards to selection for low heritability traits. It is important to note that when correlated traits that have a lot of historical data are included in a genetic evaluation model (like Somatic Cell and Udder Depth in the case of Mastitis Resistance), the accuracy of the resulting evaluations increases. This means progress can be made, even for low heritability traits, with the best strategy being the combination of genetic selection alongside the use of best herd health management practices.
More Disease Recording, More Disease Resistance Traits
Although 40% of herds on milk recording are reporting health information for some or all of the eight identified diseases, there is substantial room for improvement. Many herds are not consistently recording or keeping track of each of the eight diseases of interest and many that are may not be providing them to the milk recording service provider. With increased on-farm recording and subsequent reporting to the CanWest DHI or Valacta personnel (or to the DSA veterinarians in Quebec), the accuracy of the Mastitis Resistance evaluation will undoubtedly improve and new health traits, such as resistance to metabolic disorders, could be developed. To ensure accurate and consistent diagnosis, standardized disease definitions are available on CDN’s web site.
Starting December 2013, a routine evaluation for Mastitis Resistance will officially be implemented by CDN for the Holstein, Ayrshire and Jersey breeds. This evaluation is the first product of the Canadian National Health initiative started in 2007. While herd health management and disease prevention must remain priorities, genetic evaluations for Mastitis Resistance can be a useful tool for any mastitis control strategy. Producers are strongly encouraged to record complete health information in order to yield more accurate genetic evaluations and allow for the development of new disease resistance traits in the future.
Source: Canadian Dairy Network
Farmers Stand In Silence At Auction So A Young Man Can Buy Back His Family Farmhouse
Six companies are about to merge into the biggest farm-business oligopoly in history
Missouri charmer led double life, masterminded one of the biggest frauds in farm history
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Representation of Generic Structure
djhm August 14, 2011
I categorise the traditional sciences, including mathematics, as left side science. The science without any a priori conditions, I call right side science. Lefts side science deal with knowledge of objects. Right side science deal with the science where the subject is always present and is an integral part of the action. To resolve the Kantian problem, we need a right side science. This is my project. Instead of mathematics, we need anti-mathematics.
The technical core of the paper will not be presented in the blog.
Formalising Choice
The process of formalising knowledge in the left side science is a relatively straightforward affair. The basic technology is already in place: It is called mathematics. Mathematics provides the tool for formalising the traditional left side science knowledge. When it comes to formalising right side science, one immediately comes up against a brick wall. None of the mathematics works. The obstacle is the draconian constraint of FC. FC must not be violated. The problem is that traditional axiomatic mathematics violates FC right down to its very core.
However, all is not lost. Because axiomatic mathematics is a formal system, it can be exploited to formalise the obstacle to formalising an FC compliant system. Mathematic formalises the way the problem must not be tackled. Axiomatic mathematics formalises the wrong way to go, that is to say, the wrong way to tackle the Kantian problem. Having a formal statement of the obstacle to progress, all we have to do is to find the way around the obstacle. If we cannot do it with mathematics as it stands, we will need something else.
Looking down at the very foundation of mathematics, we come to Set Theory, the elementary mathematic of collections. Without a formal notion of collections of things, there can be no formal mathematics. There are many axiomatic systems that claim to formalise Set Theory. Each system has a different set of axioms, but all systems contain one pivotal axiom, the Axiom of Choice. Faced with a Set of elements, which may even be infinitely denumerable, how can you distinguish one element from the other? How do you choose? The Axiom of Choice imposes sufficient structure on the system to solve the problem. Equivalent to the Axiom of Choice is Zorn’s Lemma, which is easier to understand. The lemma effectively states that the elements of any set can be uniquely labelled with real numbers. Thus, using real numbers as labels, there always exists a unique labelling of elements such that one element can be distinguished from the other.
The very reliance on an axiom, any axiom, violates FC, as no such a priori constructs are permissible in a First Class system. What is of interest with the Axiom of Choice is that it situates the way that mathematics resolves the distinguishing problem. Firstly, it has to resort to a construct at the axiom level. Secondly is equivalent to using an ad hoc labelling technology, a characteristic of all left side sciences. The Axiom of Choice, and its fundamental lemma, thus articulates quite clearly, the way not to proceed: Don’t use labels.
Structure is in the mind of the beholder. For the left side sciences the beholder is the impersonal subject providing the much sought after ‘mind independent’ point of view. This primary opposition between the impersonal subject and its object is ignored by left side science and replaced with an opposition of its own making, that of the rigid dichotomy between abstract theory and its object. In left side mathematics, the primary dichotomy becomes that between a set of axioms and a world of deductively explorable mathematical objects so predetermined, either explicitly or implicitly.
For right side science, the mind of the beholder is of primordial importance and is always present. Not only is the impersonal subject present, but also the personal. There are many ways of interpreting these two kinds of subject. As mentioned previously, the subject as placeholder and the subject as value is one possibility. A more mathematical flavour might be to call them the “covariant” and “contravariant” subjects, but one must be on guard not to slip into abstraction ways of thought. Both these two kinds of subject are simultaneously present in any whole considered by right side science, The science of wholes is the speciality of the right side of the epistemological brain. What matters is the generic subject formed by a highly primitive, primordial Clifford-Grassmann style “geometric product” of these two subjects (together with their respective worlds). The end result is a the generic subject in the form of a “quaternion” kind of Three-Plus-One structure, a semiotic square which can be more formally understood in terms of the ontological gender typing construct. In the right side science paradigm, this artifice occupies centre stage at all times. One could even say that it is centre stage.
One way of understanding the generic subject is to realise that it suffers from an incurable disease. The disease is called monism. Patients suffering from monism exhibit the pathological symptoms of being totally incapable of distinguishing the difference between the real world and their conception of it. Both appear to be the one and the same thing. Curiously, most human subjects, at least when not on hallucinogenic drugs or suffering from a deep schizophrenic episode, also seem to exhibit these symptoms .
Right side science not only must articulate the basic architecture of the generic subject but also of the generic objects. There are four types of generic object, four bases distinguished one from the other by binary gender typing. The typing of bases is determined relative to each other and ultimately compatible with the polarity conventions established by the subject, the ultimate arbitrator of type. These four bases can be represented by four binary gendered typed arrows. The problem now is to establish how these arrows can be combined to form elementary structures, without violating FC.
From a left side science perspective, if a right side science were at all possible it would present as some kind of meta science, metaphysics or meta mathematics equipped with its own metalanguage. Such a science is not possible under the ambit of left side paradigm dominated, as it must be, by its atomistic and dualistic worldview. However, even though fundamentally incompatible with FC, some accommodations can be made to achieve a kind of Partial First Classness (PFC). The resulting science will not be a true metaphysics but at least pass as a poor man’s cousin.
The Sad Story of Mereology
One such accommodation is the rather obscure quasi-mathematical discipline called mereology, a left side attempt at a science of wholes and parts. Mereology is an exercise in mathematical logic. It achieves PFC by removing the rigid set theoretic dichotomy between sets and the elements that they contain. This is achieved by ignoring any explicit reference to the elements of a set and only considering containment relations between sets. Sets do not contain elements, they contain other sets. Contained sets are parts of the containing set. Different axiomatic schemes are set up to formalise this kind of structure where wholes contain parts and PFC is achieved by both parts and wholes being sets.
Mereology is of interest because it is essentially an attempt to formalise has-a relations between entities. Such structure finds echoes in the class inheritance structure of Object Oriented programming systems, for example. There are also echoes with our initial development of right side science where the has-a relation is paramount. However, right side science grants comparable prominence to is-a relations. In fact, the basic building block involved the gender construct where the feminine ontological gender corresponds to the has-a relation and the corresponding masculine gender to the is-a relation. The core of right side science, with its ontological vocation, consists of the dialectic of the has-a and is-a relationship. In mereology the has-a relation is axiomatised in terms of some kind of partially ordered structure such as set inclusion. As for any ontological is-a structure, that is hard wired into the axioms. Being a left side science mereology does not entertain any kind of is-a has-a dialectic.
A. N. Whitehead, in his philosophical quest for a holistic rationalist science, extended mereology concepts to geometry and achieved a geometric PFC (Whitehead, 1919). In this case, the rigid dichotomy between geometric objects with extension and geometric objects with no extension (points) was avoided to produce a pointless geometry. A pointless geometry is a right side kind of geometry. However, the geometry was caste in a left side, abstract, dualistic, atomist framework. In the final count, the system inevitably violates FC on practically every other front. Nevertheless, mereology is worth mentioning here as it expresses many of the aspirations of right side science even though it fundamentally lacks the necessary equipment to deliver the goods. In this respect, the mereology-based paper “Steps Toward a Constructive Nominalism” (Goodman, et al., 1947) is notable. In espousing constructionism and nominalism, the paper articulates important hallmarks of right side science. In addition, the authors start the paper with the doctrinal declaration: “We do not believe in abstract entities. No one supposes that abstract entities—classes, relations, properties, etc.— exist in space-time; but we mean more than this. We renounce them altogether.” This rejection of abstraction is yet another fundamental tenant of right side science. However, declared within the confines of left side abstract axiomatic technology this anti-abstract belief becomes a bit of an oxymoron. It is like the Christmas turkey that struts into the kitchen valiantly declaring that it does not believe that turkeys are food.
From our perspective, mereology is interesting more for its aspirations than its achievements. What we want is a left side discipline that can properly formalise the very essence of mathematics and that comes from within mathematics itself. What we need is an abstract theory of abstract mathematics, and that naturally leads to Category Theory, the meta-mathematics of mathematics. It is with Category Theory that we can find a formal specification of the kind of structure that is anathema to our right side science. We will use Category Theory as a formal negative indication of what we are up against in trying to resolve the Kantian problem.
Category Theory Structure Violates FC
Category Theory provides abstract representations of mathematical structure in terms of a collection of objects and a collection arrows or morphisms between the objects. The specificity of mathematical structure is represented by the arrows and in no way by any explicit internal structure of the objects. The approach is thus structuralist in nature. Representation of the most elementary mathematical structure starts with placing two arrows end to end. This represents the composition of two arrows. Composition of arrows must satisfy two axioms, identity and associativity relying on the structures illustrated in Figure B 3 . Both of these structures violate FC.
Figure B 3 Even the most elementary structure necessary for a mathematical category violates FC..
Figure B 3(b) represents the composition of two arrows f and g to determine a third arrow h thus satisfying associativity. This violate FC because the arrow g is in an absolute ordering relationship with the arrow f. In a system satisfying FC, no entity can be absolutely before or after any other. Thus, even the two arrows shown in Figure B 3(c) is an FC violation. Thus not only is associativity prohibited but any kind of composition. We could call this disallowing of any absolute ordering relationships, the Parmenidean condition. For FC, the only thing that is must be immediate, not anterior, nor posterior.
A mathematical category requires the notion of composition identity defined for each object. This requires arrows that close back on themselves to form a loop as shown in Figure B 3(a). This structure also violates FC as it infers than the same entity can be different to itself. We will call it the Heraclitus principle expressed by the saying that “You can’t put your foot into the same river twice”. It is a special case of the Parmenidean condition. This prohibition is a subtle one but suffice to say that it can be represented by a prohibition on circular arrows.
Without getting into messy details, it suffices to say that the formal axiomatic mathematical Category abstractly states the minimal structural characteristics that a system must possess in order to qualify as mathematics. What interests us is not mathematics, but its opposite, anti-mathematics. We informally define anti-mathematics, as being everything that mathematics is not. At the abstract pinnacle of mathematics, we find Category Theory. The anti-mathematical counterpart will be the Anti-Category. The only thing in common between the Category and the Anti-Category will be that they both exploit an arrow theoretic methodology.in one way or another.
The Anti-Category and the Kantian Conditions
The conditions on the Anti-Category can be summed up as:
Unlike the Category, the Anti-Category cannot be abstract. This can be achieved by prohibiting dualistic structures, the essence of abstraction.
Thus, unlike the Category, the Anti-Category cannot tolerate a duality between a collection of objects and a collection of arrows. For the Anti-Category not to violate FC, the mantra is that all entities are arrows. In this way, any entity will possess extent. From an ontological point of view, we reiterate the Stoic mantra that only bodies exists. Point like entities do not exist.
Unlike the Category, there can be no identity, no associativity and not even composition of arrows.
There can be no axioms as any such predetermining structure violates FC.
We will call these conditions, the Kantian conditions for determining a formal structure that is totally devoid of any predetermining considerations. Realise an apparatus that satisfies the Kantian conditions and one has resolved the Kantian problem. In other words, one would have provided a formal basis for right sides science, the monistic counterpart of the dualistic left side sciences. Bot easy, but it can be done.
The axiomatic formalisation of mathematical categories is quite precise. Taking these conditions in the negative provides draconian requirements on the right side counterpart to the Category, the Anti-Category. Briefly, arrows determining anti-categories cannot form loops or be concatenated end to end. This leaves plenty of slack for finding a solution to the riddle. At least the Kantian problem is starting to look tractable.
Arrow Theoretic Methodology
Category Theory is based on an arrow theoretic methodology. It expresses its fundamentals in terms of arrow diagrams. Our task is to develop the right side counterpart of the Category in terms of the Anti-Category. If we can achieve this objective then we will have made a breakthrough is resolving the Kantian problem, the fundamental thrust of this paper. Thus, we claim that, in addition to the known left side arrow theoretic methodology of Category Theory, there must be a complementary right side arrow theoretic methodology. Our task is to bring this right side version of arrow theoretic methodology into the light of day. In the process, we will see that the traditional left side version specialises uniquely in the syntaxical aspects of structure and is virtually devoid of fundamental semantic considerations. On the right side of the equation, we will demonstrate that right side arrow theoretic structures are virtually syntax free, concentrating uniquely on semantics. One could say that traditional left side abstract approach to semantics leads to a syntax only account: Abstract semantics distils down to syntaxical expression. On the other hand, rhea right side paradigm approach to semantics leads to generic, non-abstract semantics. This kind of semantics is ultimately expressed in the gender calculus in the form of a syntax free generic code, a code capable of coding any semantics whatsoever that is compatible with FC.
Is Category Theory Important for Philosophy?
Science without attibutes
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Wastson Surname Ancestry Results
Our indexes 1000-1999 include entries for the spelling 'wastson'. In the period you have requested, we have the following 2 records (displaying 1 to 2):
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Nottinghamshire Marriage Licences (1701-1753)
Nottingham Archdeaconry, which was almost coextensive with the county of Nottingham, lay in the diocese and province of York, but it had substantially independent jurisdiction for both probate and the issuing of marriage licences. These are abstracts of the archdeaconry marriage licences: they usually state the groom's address, occupation, age, and condition; the bride's address, age and condition; and the names of the churches or parishes at which it was intended the marriage would be celebrated. Not all licences led to marriages. Where the age given is 21, it should be construed as '21 or over'. There was no obligation for the marriage to take place at the parish suggested, but the licence would only be valid within the county. These abstracts have been annotated with extra information found on the marriage bonds. 26 Nottinghamshire parishes (Beckingham, Darlton, Dunham, Eaton, North Leverton, Ragnall, Rampton, South Wheatley, Cropwell Bishop, Bleasby, Blidworth, Calverton, Caunton, Edingley, Farnsfield, Halloughton, Holme, Kirklington, Morton, North Muskham, Norwell, Oxton, South Muskham, Southwell, Upton and Woodborough) lay within the small peculiar jurisdiction of Southwell, which issued its own licences: abstracts of these for the period 1755 to 1833 are also included here.
WASTSON. Cost: £4.00.
Inhabitants of Ongar in Essex (1790-1797)
The provincial sections of the Universal British Directory include lists of gentry and traders from each town and the surrounding countryside, with names of local surgeons, lawyers, postmasters, carriers, &c. (the sample scan here is from the section for Nottingham). The directory started publication in 1791, but was not completed for some years, and the provincial lists, sent in by local agents, can date back as early as 1790 and as late as 1797.
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Lady Gaga Next Confirm Single "You And I"
"You and I" is Lady Gaga next single release from her Born This Way album. I will admit the song has yet to grow on me. It's not a bad song, but I'm not loving it right now. If you like the song you can get it on iTunes.
Take a listen to the song below:
, by Shannah
2NE1 Are The BEST on iTune Charts
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2NE1 releases their second mini album and within a day are topping many charts worldwide.As you can see above 2NE1 is number 2 on the U.S and Italy itunes charts and are number one on Sweden's chart. Congrats to 2ne1 and the entire YG family.
Funny Friday: You're Only Beautiful From A Distance
This video below is by one of my favorite Youtube stars. In the video "Only From Afar" he does a parody of Bruno Mars "Just the Way You Are." He discusses how he sees this beautiful girl but when he gets closer he realize how ugly she truly is. Don't You Hate That! Anyways Enjoy! The video is by Timothydelaghetto. Check his channel out and subscribe if you like this video or others.
Most Stylish Of The Week ♥
Reyna Hurand:
My style is casual and girly. I like to be comfortable in what I wear and inspire others to wear what they feel good in. I also love to dress up once in a while! Blogging lets me express my thoughts, whether it's my own style, or if I'm inspired by others.
In this picture:
Black Petal Skirt: Express
White Tee: Forever 21
Heels: Macy's
Sunglasses: Target
Purse: Florida
Necklace: Forever 21
Remember if you want to be apart of Most Stylish Of The Week ♥ email us a picture of your style at sls_blog@yahoo.com with Most Stylish as the subject. Tells us a little about yourself and style. Remember NO Pornography photos are accepted.
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2ne1"UGLY" MV + English Translation
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Are you a girl that sometimes feel ugly and want to be pretty and sometimes feel like you're the only one that have these feelings. First of all you are not alone, I know I have difficulties accepting myself (hair, lips, smile etc.) 2ne1 just release a video called "Ugly" that express the feelings that us girls feel sometimes. Check it Out Below: Comment and tells us how you feel about the video and yourself:
Here are the English translation:
[CL] I’m trying to smile brightly but
I’m not pretty, I’m not beautiful
Oh oh oh oh x 2
[BOM] I’m trying to sing but
No one is listening
Blush "Undivided" MV Ft Snoop Dogg
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Blush recently release the video for their song "Undivided" featuring rapper Snoop Dogg. This is Blush first single in their American debut. The multicultural girl group consists of five girls from India (Alisha), Japan (Nacho), Philippines (Angeli), China (Victoria), and South Korea (Jihae) . The group were chosen through a Hong Kong TV Show called Project Lotus last year. If you notice at the end of the song each girl is singing in their native language. They recently performed on So you Think You Can Dance. After watching the video and listening to the song below do you think Blush will be successful in the U.S?
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Tyra Banks heads to Harvard and expands her brand
Tyra Banks has done many things in career from having her televisions shows. Now the former supermodel is gearing up for her two big things to add to her resume: student and author. Tyra is currently enrolled in Harvard University and is prepping for the release of her new book Modelland. She recently spoke with ABC about her her book and impending dorm life.
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Singer Amy Winehouse Dies at 27
English songstress Amy Winehouse was found dead in a London apartment this morning. Although the police have ruled her death as unexplained, many have begun to assume that the singers alcohol and drug abuse have
2NE1 Reveal "Hate You" MV
Blackjacks have been patiently waiting for the release of 2NE1's latest video "Hate You". The follow up single to "I Am The Best" comes with an action packed animeted video with the art of graphic artist Mari Kim. The girls are seen saving the world and fighting an evil villain, who probably could have been played by GD or one of the Kwon twins if it was live action. Enough talk, enjoy the video!
Things to Notice
Bom eats corn in the video, lol!
Dara really seems to be taking this personal. Notice she's the main one trying to kill the guy? Maybe an ex lover?
Who doesn't want to drive a super cool pink jeep with skull and crossbones on the hood?
Minzy can drive?
Take a closer look at their eyes in the video. Cool right?
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Rebecca Black releases New Video My Moment
Whether you hate her for getting that dreaded "Friday" song stuck in your head, or love her for pursuing her dreams, Rebecca Black reassures fans and haters that she isn't going anywhere. In her latest release, the internet star let's everyone know that it's her time to shine. Check out the video below.
Check Out The Trailer For Jersey Shore Season 4
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The cast of Jersey Shore is back for another season. The fourth season will take place in Italy. The cast Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi, Jennifer "J-Woww" Farley, Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino, Paul "Pauly D" DelVecchio, Vinny Guadagnino, Sammy Giancola, Deena Cortese, and Ronnie Ortiz-Magro are back continuing their crazy party lives that will begin airing on Monday August 4 at 10/9c on MTV.
Lamar Odom Involved In Car Accident Killing A Young Boy
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Thursday LA Lakers Lamar Odom and husband to Khloe Kardashian was a passenger to a car accident killing a 15 year old boy. The 15 year old died in injuries sustaining to the car accident. Odom and Khloe tweeted their condolences to the boys family Odom saying "My thoughts and prayers are with the young boys family...", while Khloe tweeted "My heart/soul goes out 2every1 in pain from any suffering. Pray 4 all of the angels surrounding us constantly. May our spirits stay strong. Above all, love each other deeply, b/c love covers over a multitude of sins. Offer hospitality 2 1another without grumbling 1 Peter 4:8-9."
Take A Look At The First Seven Chapters Of PLL Twisted by Sara Shephard
If you are a fan of "Pretty Little Liars" like me and haven't got the ninth book Twisted yet, take a look at the first seven chapters online below. Let me say that book nine seem to be amazing so far. Sara Shephard never fails. The book can now be purchased online or any of your local bookstores.
Here's the link to the first seven chapters. Enjoy. Comment and tell us what you think of the book so far.
Browse Inside Pretty Little Liars #9: Twisted by Sara Shepard
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Miss A Releases "Goodbye Baby" MV
The teasing is finally over and Miss A's video's is finally here!Here's the video with added English lyrics. Hope you enjoy~
2NE1 Hate You Teaser Revealed
2NE1 has released the teaser for their upcoming video for "Hate You". Their next video will be animated and will feature the work of graphic artist Mari Kim. The girls are seen fighting a super villain while trying to save the world. Stay tuned for the video which will be released July 21.
Miss A's "Goodbye Baby" Teasers
One of K-pop's powerful girl group miss A are preparing for their first debut album with JYP Entertainment. The album is set to be release on July 18. Miss A recently release four teasers for their song "Goodbye Baby". Enjoy the videos below!
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Funny Fridays: Awkward Black Girl
For this week's installment of Funny Fridays I've added an episode of a funny web series I recently found. The show is called Awkward Black Girl. The series follows J as she deals with a job she hates, co-workers she can't stand, and all the other hurdles that come with living the life of an awkward black girl. There are
People You Should Know!
Shineh and I have listed a few of the young rising stars we think you all should know. These stars have great gifts that we think will bring a lot of success in the industry. We used a program called Prezi for this post and we're really interested to see what you think of it.
None of the pictures, or music in the post are owned by SLS, but the opinions and views expressed are completely our own.
Taeyang Working On New Album with Beyonce' Producer
photosource: jackfroot.com
Big Bang member Taeyang is in the U.S working on a new album with The Underdogs. If you're unfamiliar with The Underdogs they are a production duo that has work artits such as Chris Brown, Beyonce, and Justin Timberlake. Taeyang even tweeted about working with The Underdogs. “Today I'm starting my session with the underdogs :) It's gonna be awesome!” Can't wait to hear the album.
Victoria Beckham Has a Girl! + Actress Kate Hudson Welcomes A Boy
photosource: topnew.in
Victoria and David Beckham welcomes their first baby girl. The couple already has three sons together Brooklyn, 12, Romeo, 8, and Cruz, 6. A rep tells U.S Weekly that the little bundle of joy weighed 7lbs and 5 oz and was born at 7:55 this Sunday morning. Naming her Harper Seven Beckham. Congratulation to the couple!
photosource:usatoday.com
Actress Kate Hudson has also given birth to a baby boy with fiance' Matt Bellamy. Hudson also has a seven year old son Ryder.
Chris Tyrrell
Hillary Scott From Lady Antebellum Engaged
Photo Source: zimbo.com
Lead singer of the group Lady Antebellum is engaged to drummer Chris Tyrrell. Tyrrell proposed to Scott on Fourth of July weekend. Tyrrell proposed to her on a beautiful deck overlooking a lake of East Tennessee. The two have been dating sing 2010 and met while both bands were the opening act for Tim McGraw. The wedding date has yet to be set, because the two have busy careers. Scott tells about her love for Tyrrell in Lady Antebellum song "Just A Kiss" Congrats to the two.
Wonder Girls Will Cover U.S Song Of Your Choice
Photo Credit: JYP Entertainment
The popular girl-group Wonder Girls were selected to cover a U.S song of your choice. Many of you may remember their American debut with their hit song "Nobody." The Wonder Girls are the first Korean artist to be selected for Mash Up Mondays , for the week of August. Many artist that are chosen usually choose their own covers, however Wonder Girls are allowing their fans to select a song.
Song Selections:
B.o.B ft Bruno Mars "Nothing On You"
Miley Cyrus "Party In The USA"
The Brand Perry's "Hip To My Heart"
*Voting is Now Over! Click here to see which song the girl's decided to cover!
Don't Make Him Angry
Funny Friday: Jo Koy And His Son
One of my favorite comedians Jo Koy talks about his crazy five year son. We all know that children can say and do the silliest things. Koy tells the audience how his son likes to play with himself.
The video below is part of Jo Koy's "Don't Make Him Angry" DVD. Enjoy.
best thing i never had
Beyoncé Best Thing I Never Had
The King B has finally released the official video to her single "Best Thing I Never Had". The video shows Beyonce getting the greatest revenge anyone can ever have on an ex lover - move on. Check out the video and let us know what you think of it?
Singer Sade Is Back With New Music Video
photosource:sade.com
Sade has a new music video for her song "Love Is Found". The video is shot live during a concert in black & white. The song can be found on her The Ultimate Collection CD.
Girls Day "Hug Me Once" Interactive MV
KPOP group Girl's Day has finally released the :Hug Me Today" interactive Video game! This isn't the first time something like this has been introduced. There a lot of these on YouTube, the most noted being the "Beat Chris Brown". However, this was the first time I've ever seen this done in an actual video game.
Copycats In the Music Industry
If you listen to Kpop and American Music, I'm pretty sure you notice how familiar some songs may sound. Truth of the matter is most pop music, American, kpop, etc. copies each other. So I decided to find similar songs and artists that sound and look similar to each other.
If you are both fans of Lady Gaga and SNSD you probably notice the similarities between Gaga's "Born This Way" song and SNSD "Be Happy":
Funny Fridays: Virgin on Campus
To kick off your weekend we've added a video from one of my favorite YouTube vloggers who goes by the name of Swoozie. To sum him up in one word, this guy is HILARIOUS! Not only are all his stories funny, but he's given his word that they're all true. His stories range from his first kiss, running from the police, and even the time he met Kim Kardashian (who he's convinced is in love with him). This is actually on of his latest videos. Check it out below and if you like him enough, which I'm sure you will, subscribe to him on YouTube and catch up on his older videos. Hope you enjoy, and have fun this weekend!
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Lamar Odom Involved In Car Accident Killing A Youn...
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Taeyang Working On New Album with Beyonce' Produce...
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