New Delhi: The disheartening incident took place near Phanta helipad in Uttarakhand’s Rudrapyarag, where four individuals were found dead after being trapped in debris by the rescue teams, officials said adding that all of them were Nepali nationals.
The officials informed us that all bodies are being brought to Rudraprayag by the District Disaster Response Force (DDRF) team.
Rudraprayag Disaster Management Officer Nandan Singh Rajwar informed that 4 people were trapped in the debris near Khat Gadera near Phanta helipad at 1:20 am.
#WATCH | Rudraprayag, Uttarakhand: At 1:20 am, 4 people were trapped in the debris near Khat Gadera near Phanta helipad. As soon as the information was received, the rescue team was sent to the spot for relief and rescue work. The evacuation is underway: Rudraprayag Disaster… pic.twitter.com/l8tN5iOVl4
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“As soon as the information was received, the rescue team was sent to the spot for relief and rescue work. The evacuation is underway,” he added.
“People buried under the debris have been taken out by the rescue team, who were found dead. All the people are from Nepal, including Tul Bahadur, Purna Nepali, Kishna Parihar and Deepak Bura,” the official further added, ANI reported.
In a shocking development, radioactive materials allegedly stolen from a government facility were found in a Dehradun home following which the police arrested five persons. The locals informed the police about the presence of suspicious people following which the police raided the house. These accused were arrested from a house in Brook and Woods Colony, situated on Rajpur Road in Dehradun.
The arrested suspects are from Madhya Pradesh, Delhi, and Saharanpur in Uttar Pradesh. Ajay Singh, Senior Superintendent of Police in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, revealed to ANI that the police have detained five individuals who were found in possession of radioactive material and a radiographic camera.
He mentioned that when the authorities attempted to open the box, the suspects warned that it might be challenging due to the radioactive chemicals inside. During interrogation, SSP Ajay Singh told ANI that the suspects planned to trade the radioactive material box for crores of rupees.
The SSP said that after an investigation by the intelligence agencies and the SDRF team, it was found that there was radioactive material in this box. SSP Ajay Singh said that Bhabha Atomic Research Center, which is a premier agency, has also been contacted. Further investigation is being carried out.
The rules for radioactive materials are governed by the Atomic Energy Act, of 1962. The central government can prohibit the manufacture, possession, use, transfer, export, import, transport, and disposal of radioactive substances without written consent. Radiography cameras use X-rays or gamma rays to create images of the inside of an object or body. These images can be used to inspect industrial objects. (With inputs from ANI)
New Delhi: Life in Haldwani is gradually returning to normalcy after enduring the brunt of violence. However, those disrupting the peace are soon to face consequences. The police have apprehended 5 individuals involved in the violence, with their identities now revealed. The hunt for the mastermind, Abdul Malik, is ongoing, with 12 police teams dedicated to capturing riot suspects. Yet, it’s the common people who have borne the brunt of the unrest, leaving them fearful and seeking refuge elsewhere.
Residents of the curfew-hit Banbhulpura area in Haldwani express astonishment at the unprecedented violence. The owner of a local hotel recounts sheltering 17-20 stranded passengers during the chaos, highlighting the alarming sound of gunfire echoing through the streets. After four days of uncertainty, police intervention finally ensured their rescue. However, the aftermath leaves a scarcity of essentials like food and vegetables, disproportionately affecting the impoverished populace.
Amidst the turmoil, Anabiya, a 10th-grade student, frets over her impending board exams. With internet services suspended, essential tuition classes are disrupted, casting uncertainty over practical exams scheduled for February 12th. Anabiya’s father, Faisal, shares his concern for his children’s education, urging authorities to reinstate internet connectivity. The pervasive unease resonates among other board examinees in Haldwani, amplifying distress over academic preparations.
In the wake of the Haldwani violence, a mass exodus ensues as residents seek refuge elsewhere. Exclusive interviews with women from the Banbhulpura area reveal a community grappling with the aftermath of stone-pelting and arson. Locked homes stand as silent witnesses to the upheaval, prompting an exodus driven by intensified administrative actions. Amidst the turmoil, families are compelled to seek sanctuary with relatives, grappling with the ramifications of the unrest.
Residents of Malik’s Bagicha area recount familial arrests, prompting them to seek solace with relatives. Anxiety pervades as locals contemplate the ramifications of the imposed curfew. Maulana Muqeen Qasmi of the Indira Nagar Mosque refutes claims of external involvement, stressing the need for impartiality in addressing culpability. While acknowledging the need for accountability, Maulana advocates against indiscriminate targeting, emphasizing a measured approach to justice.
Protestors including women and kids started pelting stones and petrol bombs at the police officials from behind a wall and roofs of adjacent buildings.
In a major development, the Uttarakhand Assembly bill will take up the Uniform Civil Code Bill for discussion and passing today. The UCC draft was approved by the Uttarakhand Cabinet led by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Sunday. The common civil code bill proposes uniform civil laws for all communities in the state. The assembly proceeding will begin at 11 am today. The UCC will provide a legal framework for uniform marriage, divorce, land, property and inheritance laws for all citizens, irrespective of their religion.
A committee appointed by the Uttarakhand government, headed by retired Supreme Court Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, has compiled a comprehensive four-volume report spanning 749 pages, offering a multitude of recommendations. The committee actively sought public input through 2.33 lakh written submissions online and conducted over 70 public forums. Through these forums, the panel members actively interacted with approximately 60,000 individuals, incorporating their perspectives and insights into the drafting process.
Key Features Of The UCC
Equal Property Rights
The Uniform Civil Code proposes to provide equal rights in property for both sons and daughters. The property right will stand even if the girl marries in any other religion. A 2005 amendment in the Hindu Succession Act 1956 already provides for married daughters to have an equal share as a son in their father’s property.
Legitimate And Illegitimate Children
The Uttarakhand UCC bill also aims to abolish the distinction between legitimate and illegitimate children concerning property rights. The bill specifies that all children would be recognised as the biological offspring of the parents and would have equal rights. Also, the bill gives equal footing and rights to children who are adopted, born through surrogacy, or born through assisted reproductive technology. The adoption process will be the same for all religions under the law.
Property Rights After Death
In the aftermath of an individual’s passing, the legislation ensures equitable property rights for both the spouse and children. Notably, this inclusive provision also extends such rights to the deceased person’s parents. This represents a significant departure from prior legal frameworks, where exclusive property rights were granted solely to the mother in the event of the individual’s demise.
Equal Divorce Rights, Maintenance
The UCC bill also provides for an equal divorce process and rights to men and women of every religion in the state. The Muslim Women Act, 2019 brought by the Narendra Modi government has already made instant triple talaq illegal. The maintenance law after divorce will be the same for all religions.
Ban On Polygamy, Child Marriage
The bill also makes marriage registration mandatory for all religions. It also bans polygamy and child marriage, a common marriageable age for girls across all faiths. The bill also makes it mandatory to declare live-in relationships.
Ban On Halala And Iddat
The UCC bill seeks to ban Islamic practices such as halala and iddat which are considered unfair for women. Halala and iddat are Islamic practices a woman must go through after a divorce or the death of her husband.
The Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) is designed to empower economically disadvantaged rural youth by imparting skills that enable them to secure regular monthly-wage jobs or positions paying above the minimum wage. This initiative is a key component of the Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India, aimed at enhancing rural livelihoods. Aligned with the National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM), also known as Aajeevika, this scheme endeavours to alleviate poverty by providing sustainable employment opportunities. The program is poised to positively impact over 55 million impoverished rural youth, ready to acquire skills and contribute meaningfully to the workforce.
The Central government has been promoting the scheme, especially in the wake of the Make In India initiative that requires a skilled workforce. Now, recently, the Ministry of Rural Development has signed an agreement with CETPA Infotech for wider implementation of the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDUGKY). The aim is to transform the opportunities of rural youth by providing skill development training and lucrative employment. This will help minimize the gap between rural talent and prospective employment opportunities.
Under this agreement, CETPA will work as a Principal Implementing Agency (PIA) of the DDUGKY scheme. It will provide the rural youth with 6-Months Training free of cost besides providing accommodations, meals, uniforms, and even tablets to students, all aided by the government. This holistic strategy guarantees that aspiring individuals from rural backgrounds gain a transformative experience that expands beyond just skill acquisition.
CETPA will provide skill training through its Noida (UP), Fatehgarh Sahib (Punjab), and Rishikesh (Uttarakhand) centres. In Uttar Pradesh, participants of the scheme are immersed in courses focused on Voice Processes and Front Desk Executives, while in Punjab the focus transitions to Warehouse Packers and Plumbers. This geographically diverse initiative will help the new workforce meet regional requirements. CETPA will also offer students with the 3-Month Placement Assistance program. This forward-thinking strategy guarantees that the newly acquired skills seamlessly transition into meaningful and financially rewarding employment opportunities, paving the path for a revolutionary journey for the rural youth involved.
DDUGKY, in its collaboration, shows a strong dedication to promoting equitable growth, as demonstrated by a thoughtfully planned reservation policy. Dedicating 45% reservation for SC candidates, 1% for ST, 33% for women, and 17% for minorities, this initiative aims to craft a level playing field for diverse sections of society. The deliberate distribution guarantees that the benefits gathered from skill development are expanded comprehensively, promoting a more equitable and empowered future.
Further, by addressing historical disparities and embracing the richness of diversity, DDUGKY contributes vitally to social harmony and economic equality. This commitment goes beyond individual skill advancement, becoming a revolutionary force in community development.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on Uttarakhand tour on Thursday. During this, he visited Kedarnath temple in the morning and then met many people in Pithoragarh and also addressed the people. PM Modi has said in his address that I am confident that this will be the decade of Uttarakhand.
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He also said that Uttarakhand will reach new possibilities of development and our government is working with the same objective. PM Modi also said that the foundation stone of many development projects worth more than Rs 4,000 crore was laid today.
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Addressing the public meeting, Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, “We have worked for the people living in remote areas and hence within five years, 13.5 crore people have been brought out of poverty… These 13.5 crore people An example that India can eliminate poverty.”
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Further PM Modi said that earlier the slogan of ‘Garibi Hatao’ was raised but Modi is saying that we will work together to eradicate poverty. We take ownership and responsibility and work tirelessly.
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PM Narendra Modi said, “Today our tricolor is flying higher and higher in every area. Our Chandrayaan-3 has reached where no country in the world could reach. India has named the place where Chandrayaan landed as ‘Shiv-Shakti’…Today the world is seeing India’s strength not only in space but also in sports.
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Referring to India’s performance in the Asian Games, he said that India has broken all the records in the recently held Asian Games. For the first time, Indian players have made a record of winning more than 100 medals.
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Addressing a public meeting in Pithoragarh, the Prime Minister said that his government was also concerned about the people living in remote mountains and every corner of the country. He said, ‘In just five years, 13.5 crore people across the country came out of poverty.’
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The Prime Minister said that the world is surprised by this. He said that many of these people, like you, live in the mountains and in remote areas. He said, ‘These 13.5 crore people are an example of the fact that India can eradicate its poverty.’
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PM Modi said that earlier the slogan was given that remove poverty, meaning you go away. He said, ‘Now Modi is saying that together we will eliminate poverty. we own.’
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Describing the potential of Uttarakhand as amazing and incomparable, the Prime Minister said that earlier sitting at the feet of Baba Kedar, he had believed that this decade belongs to Uttarakhand and today, sitting at the feet of Adi Kailash, he once again believed that Uttarakhand will reach new heights of development. .
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Earlier, Modi laid the foundation stone and inaugurated development schemes worth more than Rs 4000 crore. These total 23 projects will promote development in the areas of infrastructure, education, health, electricity, drinking water, sports, tourism, disaster management and industry.
