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Another sanitation worker arrested, 7 held so far

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Another sanitation worker arrested, 7 held so far

Ramban, Sep 1: The District Hospital Kishtwar has terminated the services of another sanitation worker following her arrest in connection with the case registered at Police Station Chatroo regarding the death of a minor girl.

According to an official order issued by the Medical Superintendent, District Hospital Kishtwar, Zareena Begum, wife of Shabir Ahmed and a resident of Bandereena, Kishtwar, who was engaged as an HDF sanitation worker at the hospital, was arrested by Police Station Chatroo on August 30, 2026, in connection with FIR No 34/2026.

The hospital authorities stated that they received formal information about her arrest from the Station House Officer, Police Station Chatroo, through a wireless signal dated August 30.

Following the receipt of the communication, the Medical Superintendent ordered the termination of Zareena Begum’s services with immediate effect.

The order cited the “extremely grave and serious” nature of the allegations and offences involved, stating that her continuation in service was considered incompatible with the discipline, integrity and functioning of a public health institution.

The case has been registered under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, including Sections 61(1), 65(2), 90, 91 and 92 of the BNS and Sections 4, 6, 8, 10 and 17 of the POCSO Act, as mentioned in the official record.

Copies of the termination order have been forwarded to the Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Director Health Services Jammu, SSP Kishtwar, Chief Medical Officer Kishtwar, and the Station House Officers of Police Stations Kishtwar and Chatroo for information and necessary action.

The latest departmental action comes amid an ongoing investigation into the Chatroo minor’s death case, which has resulted in multiple arrests and triggered widespread concern across the Chenab Valley. Police constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the circumstances of the case and ascertain the alleged role of each person connected with the matter. Later, the case was transferred to the Crime Branch.

Earlier, Farooq Ahmed, another sanitation worker posted at District Hospital Kishtwar, was also terminated from service following his arrest in connection with the same case. With the latest action against Zareena Begum, the hospital has now terminated two sanitation workers in connection with the investigation.

The investigation has involved the arrest of several persons allegedly linked to the case, with investigators examining the circumstances surrounding the alleged sexual exploitation of the minor, her subsequent medical treatment and the role of various individuals.

Authorities have maintained that the investigation is being conducted on the basis of evidence and material collected during the probe.

Further action is expected as the investigation into FIR No. 34/2026 progresses.

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High Court dismisses plea questioning Shopian Bar Association’s election rules

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High Court dismisses plea questioning Shopian Bar Association’s election rules

The High Court of J&K and Ladakh has rejected a plea challenging the amended Constitution of the District Bar Association Shopian.

Dismissing an advocate’s plea challenging the 2023 amendment enhancing the eligibility criteria for contesting the posts of President, Vice-President and Secretary of the Association, a bench of Justice Wasim Sadiq Nargal held that disputes concerning the lawyers’ body’s internal affairs and elections are not amenable to writ jurisdiction under Article 226 of the Constitution.

Under the amended provisions, the required standing at the Bar was increased from 10 to 15 years for President and Vice-President and from seven to 10 years for Secretary.

The petitioner had called into question the election notification issued on December 11, 2025, contending that the amendment had been introduced without following due procedure.

He further contended that no valid General Body Meeting was held, no proper notice was circulated and no resolution approving the amendment had been passed. The amendment, he argued, was arbitrary and intended to exclude younger advocates from contesting elections.

Opposing the plea, the respondents said that the amendment had been approved by the General Body after due notice and a majority vote. The Association, they said, was a voluntary body governed by its own Constitution and bye-laws and was neither “State” under Article 12 nor a body performing a public function under Article 226.

Agreeing with the respondents’ preliminary objection, the court held that the District Bar Association Shopian neither derives its existence from any statute nor exercises statutory powers or governmental functions. It observed that merely because its members are advocates and the legal profession has an important role in the administration of justice, every activity of the Association cannot be treated as a public function.

The Court underscored that the dispute over eligibility for holding office in the Association concerned internal governance and the electoral rights of its members, without any public-law element. It therefore could not be examined through writ jurisdiction.

The Court noted that the case involved disputed questions of fact, including whether notice for the General Body Meeting was issued, whether the meeting was held and whether the amendment was validly approved. Such issues require examination of evidence and are more appropriately adjudicated by a competent civil court, it said.

Moreover, the Court took note of the delay in challenging the 2023 amendment. “The amended Constitution had remained operative for a considerable period and subsequent elections had allegedly been conducted under it.”

The Court observed that the petitioner’s conduct raised issues of acquiescence and approbation and reprobation, particularly as the challenge was made after the issuance of the election notification when the amended eligibility criteria affected his candidature.

The Court, in keeping with the Supreme Court and various High Court decisions, including a recent one concerning the New Delhi Bar Association, reiterated that a Bar Association does not become amenable to writ jurisdiction merely because it consists of advocates. The Court accordingly dismissed the petition as “not maintainable”.

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CEO iQuasar delivers lecture at CUK

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CEO iQuasar delivers lecture at CUK

Tahir Qazi, Chief Executive Officer of iQuasar, LLC, delivered an insightful lecture to the students of the Department of Management Studies (DMS), Central University of Kashmir (CU Kashmir), on the topic “Use AI as Your Coach to Build Skills for Career Growth” at the varsity’s Green Campus.

iQuasar, LLC, is a Sterling, Virginia-based firm that provides technology solutions and outsourcing services to government and commercial clients.

His lecture focused on the growing role of Artificial Intelligence in learning, skill development and professional growth. Qazi highlighted how AI tools can be effectively used as personal coaches to identify skill gaps, develop new competencies, improve productivity and prepare students for the evolving demands of the workplace.

Qazi emphasised that students and professionals need to engage in intentional, self-directed learning to get ready to work in their desired careers. He explained how to write AALIM prompts and agents and how to write prompts in the ACT format – Actor, Context and Task – making them easy to remember and hard to get wrong.

The session encouraged students to embrace AI not merely as a technological tool but as a continuous learning partner that can support them in achieving their academic and career goals.

The key takeaway of the interaction was: Learn, Apply, and Master!

Earlier, Dr Mushtaq Ahmad Lone, Head, DMS, introduced the guest to the students of BBA and MBA. Dr Zia Ul Haq, Associate Professor, proposed the vote of thanks. Dr Mir Insha Farooq and Dr Waseem Jehangir were also present.

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Security, connectivity, opportunity: PM Modi’s SCO call

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Security, connectivity, opportunity: PM Modi’s SCO call

New Delhi, Sep 1: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday called upon members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) to move beyond declarations and translate 25 years of cooperation into tangible outcomes, while urging a united approach to terrorism, stronger regional connectivity and greater opportunities for people.

Addressing the 26th SCO Summit in Bishkek, PM Modi said the grouping must transform its shared geography into shared opportunities at a time when the world is passing through uncertainty and instability.
“It is a matter of great pleasure for me to be here amongst all of you on this special occasion of the 25th anniversary of the SCO,” he said, thanking Kyrgyz President SadyrJaparov for the warm welcome and gracious hospitality extended to the Indian delegation.

The PM also congratulated Kyrgyzstan on its Independence Day, which India observed with the country the previous day, and extended his warm greetings to the President and people of Uzbekistan on its Independence Day.
He said the opening ceremony of the World Nomad Games had offered a glimpse of Kyrgyzstan’s rich culture and the shared heritage of SCO countries.
“This shared heritage and our deep people-to-people connections are among the great strengths of the SCO family,” PM Modi said.

He said that over the past 25 years, the SCO had developed a strong tradition of dialogue and cooperation across the vast expanse of Eurasia and had made valuable contributions not only to the well-being of its people but also to the advancement of humanity.
The PM said the organisation had laid a strong foundation for cooperation, but the next 25 years should focus on converting that cooperation into tangible results.

“At a time when the world is passing through uncertainty and instability, we must transform our shared geography into shared opportunities. And through our efforts, we must bring about positive change in the lives of our people,” he said.
Recalling India’s vision for the SCO outlined at the previous meeting, PM Modi said its three main pillars were Security, Connectivity and Opportunity.
He called for these three pillars to move beyond vision and be translated into concrete outcomes.
The PM said peace and security were the first and foremost requirements for achieving those goals, warning that terrorism continued to pose a serious challenge to humanity as a whole.

He said countries could not afford to limit the fight against terrorism to an “action-reaction approach”.
“We must dismantle the entire ecosystem of terrorist financing, recruitment, radicalisation, and safe havens,” PM Modi said.
He called upon SCO members to speak with one voice and make it clear that there could be no place for double standards on the serious issue of terrorism.

“We must send a strong message to countries that use terrorism as an instrument of policy and provide safe haven and support to terrorists that terrorism can never be a strategic asset for anyone,” the PM said.
He linked the SCO’s shared aspiration for a peaceful and secure Eurasia with peace and stability in Afghanistan.
PM Modi said India had been contributing to the development of Afghanistan and providing humanitarian assistance to its people and would continue to do so.

He said that in today’s interconnected world, the scope of security had become even broader, with the crisis in West Asia demonstrating that a conflict in one region did not remain confined to that region.
The PM said its impact was felt across the world, affecting energy security, maritime trade and supply chains, with countries of the Global South bearing the greatest brunt of such disruptions.

“Therefore, India has consistently called for all tensions and conflicts to be resolved not on the battlefield, but through dialogue and diplomacy,” he said.
PM Modi also warned that drug trafficking was not merely a crime but a serious threat to the younger generation and regional security.
He welcomed the establishment of SCO centres to address challenges such as security threats, organised crime, information security and narcotics.
The PM called for these centres to be made effective instruments for practical coordination and timely action.
He identified strong and reliable connectivity as the second pillar of shared development.

PM Modi said India supported all efforts that connected markets, facilitated trade and opened new avenues for development.
At the same time, he stressed that such connectivity initiatives must respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries.
“This is also the fundamental spirit of the SCO Charter,” the PM said.

He said the scope of connectivity would become even broader going forward.
PM Modi said that along with roads, railways, and air corridors, countries must simplify customs processes, promote digital documentation and make logistics networks more efficient.

The third pillar, Opportunity, means that the benefits of SCO cooperation should reach people directly, he said.
The PM described people-to-people connections as the organisation’s greatest strength and said India viewed the SCO as a confluence of great civilisations, cultures and ideas.
Over the next 25 years of the SCO, people-to-people ties should remain at the heart of cooperation, he said.
PM Modi said the true measure of the organisation’s success should be the number of new opportunities its efforts created for young people, the number of new markets opened for entrepreneurs, the extent to which farmers benefited from technology and how much better the lives of citizens became.
“This is the true meaning of ‘Security, Connectivity, and Opportunity,’” he said.

The PM stressed that cooperation within the SCO should not be merely government-driven but should also be people-driven.
He welcomed the special emphasis placed on youth engagement under Kyrgyzstan’s chairmanship.
PM Modi said India had taken initiatives such as the SCO Start-up Forum, Young Authors’ Conclave and Young Scientists’ Forum.
He also recalled India’s proposal last year for the SCO Civilizational Dialogue Forum.

The PM said he was pleased that the first session of the forum would be held in India this year and expressed confidence that, with the active participation of all SCO members, it would become a strong platform for vibrant dialogue within the organisation.
He invoked Kyrgyz literary figure ChingizAitmatov, saying the writer had given the world a “beautiful and profound thought” that people often focused more on the things that divided them and less on the things that united them.

PM Modi said the message remained equally relevant for the SCO today.
“Our diversity is our identity, and our shared purpose is our strength,” he said.

The PM called upon SCO members to move forward from Bishkek with a resolve to transform their shared geography into shared opportunities, their vision into outcomes, and government-driven cooperation into people-driven partnership.

“With the same belief and commitment, India is ready to contribute to the SCO family’s shared journey,” he said.

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Legislative business to be processed, managed through NeVA portal

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Jammu, Sep 1: The legislative business related to the ensuing autumn session of Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, commencing from September 21, 2026 will be processed and managed through the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) portal.

The National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) is a digital platform for facilitating paperless functioning of Legislative Assemblies and streamlining the management of Legislative Business.

It (NeVA) was partially introduced in the 2026 budget session of J&K Legislative Assembly (February to April) in Jammu. The replies of cut motions were processed through the portal.

Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather, in a pre-budget session presser in January this year, had announced the partial introduction of NeVA in J&K Legislative Assembly to encourage paperless functioning.

“Partially, we will begin work from the (2026) budget session but hopefully it will be fully in place from the next session (following the budget session). This will facilitate all,” he had assured.

For the implementation of NeVA project in J&K, two committees, one headed by the Assembly Secretary and other – apex committee under his (Speaker’s) chairmanship were also constituted.

To ensure the processing, submission, receipt and disposal of legislative business through the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) portal during autumn session, J&K Department of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs Commissioner Secretary AchalSethi has issued a set of circular-instructions for all the administrative departments.

Asserting that the legislative business relating to the ensuing autumn session is required to be processed and managed through the NeVA portal, Sethi has pointed out that the questions received from the MLAs have already been sent to the concerned departments by the Assembly Secretariat and the log-in credentials of the departments have also been created.

Accordingly, all administrative departments have been asked to access their respective NeVa log in accounts on daily basis and ensure that legislative business concerning their respective departments, including government bills, legislative proposals and amendments, replies to Legislative Assembly Questions, assurances, notices, references and other related documents, is submitted, received and processed through the NeVA portal in accordance with the prescribed procedure and timelines.

The concerned departments have also been directed to ensure that the documents uploaded on the portal are complete, duly authenticated and correspond to the approved version of the relevant proposal or document.

In this connection, each department will designate a nodal officer or NeVA coordinator, wherever not already designated, to coordinate with the Legislative Assembly secretariat and the Department of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs and to deal with legislative business received through the portal.

The concerned departments will make necessary arrangements before commencement of the session to ensure smooth transition to the electronic system and avoid any delay in legislative business, Sethi has asserted, adding that any technical issue relating to the Portal may be taken up with the Legislative Assembly Secretariat or concerned technical support team.

All the administrative secretaries have been asked to ensure effective implementation of the specified arrangements in their respective departments from the ensuing autumn session.

On August 12, 2026, the Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha had summoned the autumn session of Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly in Srinagar on September 21 at 10 am.

After the LG Sinha issued an order summoning the session, the J&K Legislative Assembly Secretariat, through a bulletin, asked the MLAs to submit notices of 8 questions (each) – 4 starred and 4 unstarred and one bill (each) by or before August 25, 2026 and two resolutions each by or before September 5, 2026, with the direction that they (MLAs) may also send their notices (questions, bills-resolutions) on NeVA (National e-Vidhan Application digital) platform of J&K Legislative Assembly.

The Speaker, Legislative Assembly has yet to list the provisional calendar of business and sittings after deliberations with the elected government. The Business Advisory Committee may, later, tweak the calendar if some changes are warranted. It is being presumed that the autumn session may last 10-12 days with a provision of 7-8 sittings.

The session is being held almost a fortnight ahead of the expiry of the deadline i.e., October 4 of convening a session within six months of the previous session, as per the constitutional requirement.

Previous session i.e., the budget session of J&K Legislative Assembly in Jammu had ended on April 4, 2026.

In January, 2025, in alignment with the Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s vision for early implementation of project National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) in UT’s Legislative Assembly, J&K was accorded financial approval for the same by the Centre.

Costing Rs 16 crore (approximately), the project NeVA for J&K Legislative Assembly was approved through a virtual meeting in January last year by the Secretary Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, Government of India.

For the first three years, the project will be fully funded by the Centre.

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CARA launches year-round campaign against illegal adoption

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CARA launches year-round campaign against illegal adoption

New Delhi, Sep 1: The Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA), under the Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India, has launched the theme for Adoption Awareness 2026, reinforcing its commitment to promoting legal, safe, transparent and child-centric adoption across the country.

The theme for Adoption Awareness 2026 is: Legal Adoption. Safe Childhood. Secure Future. Say No to Illegal Adoption!

The theme was formally launched by Bhavna Saxena, CEO, CARA, during a Live Morning Show on DD National, marking the beginning of a sustained nationwide awareness initiative to promote legal adoption and prevent illegal adoption practices.

During the programme, Bhavna Saxena, CEO, CARA, emphasised the importance of following the legal adoption process and said, “Adoption is not a shortcut—it is a sacred responsibility. Through CARA and the legally prescribed channels, we safeguard the dignity, rights and future of every orphaned, abandoned or surrendered child. Every child deserves a safe, loving and secure family—not secrecy, uncertainty or risk.”

CARA has been undertaking several measures to strengthen awareness, coordination and enforcement against illegal adoption practices, including enhanced coordination with the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and the Ministry of Home Affairs. However, sustained awareness and capacity building at the State, district and community levels remain critical to ensuring that every child is protected and every adoption is carried out through the prescribed legal process.

Year-Round Outreach to Promote Legal Adoption

Under the theme “Legal Adoption. Safe Childhood. Secure Future. Say No to Illegal Adoption,” several outreach activities will be conducted throughout the year to create widespread awareness among citizens and key stakeholders.

As part of the initiative, State/UT-level Adoption Awareness Workshops are being organised from September 2026 onwards, moving beyond the earlier approach of limiting adoption awareness activities to the month of November. These workshops will provide a platform for stakeholders to understand the statutory adoption process, strengthen inter-departmental coordination, identify and address illegal adoption practices, and reinforce the principle of the best interest of the child.

The campaign will involve a wide range of stakeholders, including Women and Child Development Departments, Child Welfare Committees, District Child Protection Units, Specialised Adoption Agencies, Child Care Institutions, Police, Health Departments, Judiciary, Legal Services Authorities, hospitals and nursing homes, medical professionals, ASHA and ANM workers, civil society organisations, media and digital platforms, among others.

Adoption Awareness Workshop in Delhi on 10 September 2026

As part of this nationwide initiative, CARA will organise an Adoption Awareness Workshop in Delhi on Thursday, 10 September 2026, at the Delhi Secretariat, New Delhi in collaboration of Department of Women and Child Development, Govt. of Delhi and concerned authorities.

The workshop will focus on strengthening awareness regarding the legal adoption framework and the roles and responsibilities of stakeholders in ensuring that children in need of care and protection receive appropriate care, protection and rehabilitation through lawful mechanisms.

The workshop will also emphasise the importance of timely reporting of children found separated from their guardians, lawful surrender procedures, declaration of children as legally free for adoption, and adherence to the prescribed adoption procedure.

A Collective Responsibility to Protect Every Child

The campaign seeks to ensure that prospective adoptive parents and the general public understand that adoption is a legal and child-centric process—not a private arrangement between individuals.

Citizens are encouraged to follow only the legally prescribed adoption process through CARA and the designated authorities/agencies and to report suspected instances of illegal adoption to the competent authorities.

Through sustained, year-round awareness and coordinated action, CARA aims to build a stronger ecosystem in which every child’s dignity, identity, rights, safety and future are protected.

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Railways’ Jammu division collects Rs 56.46 lakh fine in August

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Railways’ Jammu division collects Rs 56.46 lakh fine in August

Jammu, Sept 1: 

Officials said they detected 8,106 cases during the drive, which aimed to curb ticketless and irregular travel and raise passenger awareness about travelling with valid tickets.

According to officials, a total fine of Rs 56,46,615 was collected from passengers travelling without tickets, undertaking irregular journeys or carrying unbooked excess luggage.

The checking was carried out throughout the month at major stations, including Jammu, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, Shaheed Captain Tushar Mahajan, Kathua, Pathankot Cantt, Budgam and Srinagar, and various Mail, Express and special trains passing through the division.

Officials said the drive was not aimed merely at revenue generation but also at ensuring a safe, smooth and comfortable journey for passengers.

“Jammu Division is committed to maintaining passenger convenience and railway discipline. This is the result of the dedication and continuous efforts of our ticket checking staff,” senior Divisional Commercial Manager, Jammu Division, Uchit Singhal said.

“Our objective is not only to take punitive action but also to make passengers aware that they must take tickets before starting their journey. Such intensive ticket checking drives will continue regularly,” he said.

The division appealed to passengers to travel only with valid tickets and cooperate with railway authorities during ticket checks.

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Sunil Sharma challenges Omar Abdullah to resign and seek fresh mandate on statehood

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Sunil Sharma challenges Omar Abdullah to resign and seek fresh mandate on statehood

Srinagar, Sep 1: Jammu and Kashmir BJP leader and Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma on Tuesday challenged Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to resign and seek a fresh mandate if restoration of statehood was the issue on which his government wanted a public verdict.

Sharma was reacting to the National Conference’s announcement of a peaceful protest outside BJP offices in Srinagar and Jammu on Wednesday over the Centre’s commitments on restoration of statehood and other issues.

The BJP leader alleged that the National Conference was invoking the statehood issue to divert attention from matters concerning governance and employment in Jammu and Kashmir.

“Statehood was not the issue on which the Omar Abdullah government sought the people’s mandate in the Assembly elections,” Sharma said.

He claimed that the NC had campaigned on issues including free electricity, employment and ration, rather than seeking votes specifically on the restoration of statehood.

“If Omar Abdullah has the courage, he should resign and seek a fresh mandate from the people on the issue of statehood,” Sharma said.

Sharma also accused the ruling party of trying to deflect attention from allegations related to the distribution of government jobs. He alleged that nearly 25,000 posts were being “given and distributed” among NC workers.

The BJP leader said his party would hold its planned protest on Wednesday, with the focus on employment opportunities and what he described as the failure of the government to provide jobs to the youth.

He termed the NC’s decision to hold its protest on the same day as the BJP’s agitation “unfortunate” and alleged that it was aimed at shifting the public discourse away from employment-related concerns.

“Our protest will go ahead as scheduled. We will raise the issue of jobs not being provided to the youth,” Sharma said.

The National Conference has announced its September 2 programme to press the Union Government for action on commitments made before Parliament and the Supreme Court. Restoration of statehood and constitutional safeguards are among the issues listed by the party.(KNS).

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PM Modi to participate in valedictory session of departmental summit on water security tomorrow

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PM Modi to participate in valedictory session of departmental summit on water security tomorrow

New Delhi, Sep 1: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in the valedictory session Departmental Summit of Ministry of Jal Shakti on 2nd September 2026 at around 4:30 PM at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan, New Delhi. He will also address the gathering on the occasion.

The two-day Departmental Summit, being held on 1-2 September 2026, is the first in a series of Departmental Summits envisioned by Prime Minister to strengthen the spirit of Team India, deepen cooperative federalism and foster collective ownership of national priorities through closer collaboration between the Centre and the States. The initiative provides a structured platform to jointly deliberate on critical sectoral priorities and accelerate implementation and outcomes.

The Summit will bring together political leadership and senior officials from the Union and State Governments to deliberate on key priorities, share best practices, address implementation challenges and evolve time-bound action plans. The initiative seeks to promote shared responsibility for national goals and ensure that deliberations translate into measurable improvements in governance and service delivery.

The Summit will focus on four key areas which include: Timely implementation of water infrastructure projects; Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari – Catch the Rain; Source sustainability of drinking water systems; and Operation and maintenance of rural drinking water supply schemes under Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0.

The consultations are expected to result in concrete and time-bound actions for accelerating water infrastructure projects, enhancing public participation in water conservation, ensuring sustainable drinking water sources and improving the reliability and accountability of rural drinking water services.

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Air Marshal Sandeep Thareja takes over as 47th Director General Armed Forces Medical Services

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Air Marshal Sandeep Thareja takes over as 47th Director General Armed Forces Medical Services

New Delhi, Sep 1: Air Marshal Sandeep Thareja assumed the appointment of the 47th Director General Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS) on September 01, 2026. As the DGAFMS, Air Marshal Thareja will oversee the provision of comprehensive medical support to the Defence Forces. His appointment comes at a time of significant transformation within the AFMS, with continuing emphasis on operational medical preparedness, jointness, modernisation of military healthcare, digital health, medical research and innovation, human-resource development and delivery of high-quality healthcare to serving personnel, veterans and their dependents.

An alumnus of the Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune, Air Marshal Thareja was commissioned into the Army Medical Corps in December 1986. A distinguished physician and gastroenterologist, he completed his MD in Medicine from Delhi and DM in Gastroenterology from AIIMS, New Delhi.

During an illustrious career spanning nearly four decades, the Air Marshal has held a wide spectrum of clinical, academic, operational and administrative appointments. His important command and administrative assignments include Commandant, 167 Military Hospital, Brigadier In-Charge Administration and Commander Troops, Base Hospital Delhi Cantt and Commandant Command Hospital (Central Command). His tenure at Base Hospital Delhi Cantt during the COVID-19 pandemic was marked by the management of complex and rapidly evolving healthcare and administrative challenges. During his command of Command Hospital, Lucknow the Detailed Project Report for a new Command Hospital was prepared in record time.

As Director and Commandant at AFMC Pune, he spearheaded several initiatives aimed at strengthening medical education and research. As DGMS (Air) he gave thrust to Gaganyaan Mission and was the leading force behind Analog experiments to Astronaut Selection & Training. BHISHM (Bharat Health Initiative for Sahyog Hita & Maitri) cubes were gifted to the Maldives by the Prime Minister and as part of HADR to Jamaica, Cuba, Sri Lanka & Myanmar under his stewardship.

Prior to taking over as DG AFMS, Air Marshal Sandeep Thareja laid a wreath at the National War Memorial, New Delhi paid homage to the fallen heroes.

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