
Farooq supports AIIMS in Jammu, says all-party delegation should meet PM
National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Monday proposed an all-party delegation from Jammu and Kashmir to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi for breaking the impasse on the establishment of an additional and full-fledged All India Institute of Medical Sciences for Jammu.
“Both divisions need AIIMS. There shouldn't be any hitch for the Centre to take an immediate decision on this issue,” said Farooq Abdullah. He was addressing the AIIMS Coordination Committee (ACC) supporters on Monday afternoon after his arrival from Srinagar on a three-day visit to the Jammu Province.
He said AIIMS for both the divisions is not a favour but a requirement in view of the inadequate health infrastructure in the state.
Farooq Abdullah was accompanied by NC provincial president Devender Singh Rana and state vice-president Surjeet Singh Slathia.
“We will meet the PM and present a strong case for the consideration of Parliamentarians, so that further delay is not made on this important issue,” said Abdullah.
The former chief minister expressed anguish over ‘inept handling’ of the issue by the PDP-BJP coalition government, saying the finer sensitivities involved in the matter have not been taken into consideration. He said Jammu and Kashmir has peculiar problems and need special dispensation.
He hoped that the commitment made to the people of Jammu will be kept and an additional AIIMS should be announced without further delay.
“The National Conference has a very clear stand on the issue,” he said, adding “while we welcome the announcement of AIIMS for Kashmir, we strongly plead for similar facility in Jammu.” He declared that his party would fight for this cause.

Farmers across India prepare for Republic Day stir

Andhra Asha worker dies after Covid vaccine dose, autopsy awaited

1.6 million Covid jabs given, Karnataka sees highest turnout

India, China hold another round of military talks to defuse LAC tensions
- The situation in the Ladakh sector remains tense and the ongoing military and diplomatic dialogue has not yielded results.

Covid-19 vaccination: Over 16 lakh inoculated in 9 days, Karnataka leads the way

In Tikamgarh district of MP, primary school converted into cow shelter
- A school teacher said more than 200 cows destroyed the kitchen garden and at least 100 plants of flowers, fruits and medicinal plant in the school premises.

Time capsule to be buried on Republic Day to mark 100 years of AMU

Delhi Police Commissioner issues circular for tractor rally
- The circular said that all officers and personnel as well as CAPF and any other force deployed for the Republic Day Parade security arrangements should be made aware and be prepared that they will be required for law and order arrangements immediately after the official celebration is over.

Delhi Traffic Police issues advisory for road movement ahead of Republic Day
- Delhi traffic police requested road users to accordingly plan their journies and avoid the route of parade and tableaux, from 4 am to 12:30 pm for their own convenience.

‘Thank you West Bengal’ tweets PM Modi as he shares video of his Kolkata visit

Gird Child Day: Leaders, eminent personalities laud contribution of daughters

Chhattisgarh police arrest man trying to sell tiger skin
- According to the FIR registered by the police, the estimated value of the tiger skin that was seized is ₹40 lakh in the international market.

Nitish Kumar wishes speedy recovery to Lalu, but won't call. Here's why

Eight CAs among 258 arrested since mid-November in GST fraud
- One CA was arrested on Saturday along with four businessmen in Jaipur for operating 25 fake firms to fraudulently avail and pass on input tax credit.

Congress slams Center over petrol, diesel price hike
- While addressing a press conference, Congress General Secretary Ajay Maken demanded an explanation of how exactly has the government spent ₹20 lakh crore that it "collected by multiple hikes in excise duty on both petrol and diesel" in last six years.