EARLY POST Daily Newspaper

18/06/2025

*PRESS NOTE*

*Mizoram creates history by inking BHASHINI MoU with GoI to bridge linguistic gaps*

_New Delhi, June 18, 2025_: A historical Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was inked (signed) between Government of Mizoram through Amit Sharma, Secretary to the Government of Mizoram, Information & Communications Technology (ICT) and Cooperation Departments and Amitabh Nag, Chief Executive Officer, Bhashini Division, Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, in the presence of Chief Secretary Mizoram Khilli Ram Meena and Additional Secretary, MeitY Abhishek Singh today at the Conference Hall of Electronics Niketan, MeitY, New Delhi.

With this important and historical milestone for Mizoram which was achieved today, through the introduction of multi-linguistic AI-based model of Bhashini in the state of Mizoram, the Government working and even the general public, shall get highly benefitted with the usage of this platform for live conversion of text-to-text, text-to-speech, speech-to-text and even, speech-to-speech from Mizo language to any other popular Indian language like English or Hindi and vice-versa.

Secretary ICT Mizoram expressed deep gratitude to the MeitY, Government of India for taking special initiative to bring Mizoram, amongst all states in North Eastern Region (NER), in this Artificial Intelligence based multi-linguistic fold and help this much-needed cause of public here, who are largely conversant with Mizo language only.

Also, Chief Secretary Mizoram Khilli Ram Meena, who visited MeitY for Bhashini-signing ceremony today, mentioned that this partnership with BHASHINI will make digital governance truly accessible to every Mizo citizen. He further said that by preserving Mizo language while embracing technology, we are building a more inclusive digital future for Mizoram.

While sharing his views, Secretary ICT Mizoram Amit Sharma said that BHASHINI's multilingual technology will transform how we serve our citizens. This collaboration shall ensure that tribal communities of Mizoram can access digital services in their native language, making governance more inclusive and culturally sensitive.

Additional Secretary MeitY, at this historical occasion said that Bhashini’s implementation as an AI-driven Large Language Model (LLM) should be done strongly through organization of a big Workshop in Mizoram soon, led by Chief Minister & all Ministers of Mizoram and inclusion of colleges and schools through Hackathons, Quiz Competitions, etc in a Mission Mode manner for next few months so that Bhashini’s maximum usage could improve its accuracy-levels in times to come.

The ceremony got concluded with the exchange of MoU and related documents between the Government of Mizoram and Bhashini team with a resolve to partner together in usage of AI-driven Bhashini Rajyam platform in all Government and Public platforms in a big way for its sustained usage by Mizos in the times to come.

17/06/2025

Commissioner JMC Visits Rajendra Bazar to Address Civic Issues

Jammu, June 17: Commissioner, Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC), Dr. Devansh Yadav, conducted a visit to Rajendra Bazar in Ward No. 5 of Jammu city today, following an invitation from the Rajendra Bazar Market Association. The purpose of the visit was to assess the civic issues being faced by traders and the general public in the area and to discuss developmental needs.
During the interaction, members of the Market Association apprised the Commissioner about various issues being faced by them. They emphasized the need for improved sanitation, requesting that regular cleaning of drains and thorough maintenance of the market lanes be ensured. Additionally, with rising temperatures, the members highlighted the necessity of accessible drinking water facilities. While water coolers have been installed by JMC, the association requested that water purifiers also be added to ensure the availability of clean drinking water. They also demanded the repair and maintenance of street lights in the area to ensure public safety and convenience.
Dr. Yadav reiterated JMC’s commitment to improving civic amenities and working in collaboration with local stakeholders for the betterment of the city. He issued on-the-spot directions to the concerned for taking prompt action to resolve the issues, Dr. Yadav assured the members of the association that their grievances would be addressed at the earliest.

Among others, Health Officer, JMC, Dr. Vinod Sharma, Executive Engineer Division- 1 Rajesh Kumar and Executive Engineer, Electricity, Simarpal Singh besides, President of market association Krishna Lal Gupta, Chairman Arun Gupta, and large number of locals were also present.

17/06/2025

*Jammu: 17 June, 2025*

*DIG JAMMU-SAMBA-KATHUA RANGE, JAMMU REVIEW SECURITY ARRANGEMENTS IN RAM MANDIR PURANI MANDI, GEETA BHAWAN PARADE, AND BASE CAMP BHAGWATI NAGAR, JAMMU IN VIEW OF FORTHCOMING SHRI AMARNATH JI YATRA 2025.*

Today Sh. Shiv Kumar Sharma (IPS) DIG Jammu-Samba-Kathua Range conducted a security review of Ram Mandir Purani Mandi, Geeta Bhawan Parade and Base Camp Bhagwati Nagar, Jammu. During the review, DIG JSK Range inspected the Guards deployed in and around the base Camp, enroute checking, CCTV Cameras installed, Parking area, etc.

Sh. Shiv Kumar Sharma, imparted the necessary directions to officers for making foolproof security arrangements in and around the venues. Besides, necessary briefing has also been given to the officers/nafri deployed on the venues with regard to the sensitivity and nature of duty.
During his security Checking He also interacted with officers/nafri of CISF deployed in Ram Mandir Purani Mandi Jammu, they were directed to remain extra alert on their points.

Moreover, all the officers were directed to strengthen all the nakas especially during night hours. They were also directed to identify places where more nakas can be established for the security of yatries.

SHO Pacca Danga Insp. Rakesh Jamwal, SHO Nowabad Insp Deepak Pathania, Incharge Police Post Canal PSI Vikram Manhas and Incharge Police Post Pouni chack PSI Amreek Singh were also present on their concerned venue.

16/06/2025

*Jammu: 16 June, 2025*

*DIG JAMMU-SAMBA-KATHUA RANGE, JAMMU REVIEW SECURITY ARRANGEMENTS IN SARASWATI DHAM, VAISHNAVI DHAM AND KALIKA DHAM JAMMU IN VIEW OF FORTHCOMING SHRI AMARNATH JI YATRA 2025.*

Today Sh. Shiv Kumar Sharma-IPS, DIG Jammu-Samba-Kathua Range accompanied by SHO Trikuta Nagar Inspector Rajesh Jasrotia and other officers conducted a security review of Saraswati Dham, Vaishnavi Dham and Kalika Dham Railway Station Jammu. During the review, DIG JSK Range inspected the Guards deployed in and around Saraswati/Vaishnavi/Kalika Dham, enroute checking, CCTV Cameras installed, Parking area, etc.

Sh. Shiv Kumar Sharma imparted the necessary directions to SHO and other officers for making foolproof security arrangements in and around the venues. Besides, necessary briefing has also been given to the officers/nafri deployed on the venue with regard to the sensitivity and nature of duty. They were directed to remain extra alert on their points.

Strategies to manage the expected high influx of pilgrims, including traffic regulation, emergency services, disaster management plans to address health-related issues and emergencies during the Yatra were also reviewed.

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15/06/2025

A tragic helicopter crash near the Kedarnath shrine in Uttarakhand’s Rudraprayag district claimed the lives of seven people, including six pilgrims and the pilot, on Sunday, June 15, 2025. The helicopter, operated by A***n Aviation Pvt Ltd, took off from Kedarnath for Guptkashi around 5:30 am and crashed soon after in a remote area between Gaurikund and Trijuginarayan in Kedarghati, catching fire.

*Incident Details:*

- *Location:* Near Gaurikund, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand
- *Time:* Around 5:20-5:30 am
- *Cause:* Poor visibility due to bad weather might have contributed to the accident, with possible overloading of the helicopter
- *Victims:* Six pilgrims, including a 2-year-old child, and the pilot, identified as Rajiv Chauhan

15/06/2025

*DIG Udhampur-Reasi Range held security review meeting ahead of SANJY- 2025*

Udhampur, June 14, 2025

Dy. Inspector General of Police, U-R Range Ms. Sarah Rizvi IPS, convened a meeting with regard to preparation of security arrangements for upcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2025 as well as present security scenario of UR Range. The meeting was attended by SSP Udhampur Sh. Amod Ashok Nagpure-IPS, Addl. SP Udhampur Sh. Sandeep Bhat along with CO 137 Bn CRPF, SDPO Chennai, DySP DAR Udhampur, DySP Hqrs Udhampur, DySP PC Udhampur, SDPO Ramnagar and supervisory officers of CRPF, CISF, ITBP Coys detailed for SANJY duties.

During the meeting, the DIG U-R Range emphasized the importance of coordinated efforts among all stakeholders to ensure the safety and security of the pilgrims. The DIG highlighted the need for meticulous planning and ex*****on of security measures to address any potential threats and challenges.
It was also discussed that proper liaison be maintained with all the intelligence agencies, Army, Para Military forces and other sister agencies involved in the conduct of SANJY-2025 in their respective jurisdiction and share the same on real time basis.

DIG U-R range stressed for ensuring high level of vigilance and preparedness for smooth conduct throughout the duration of the Yatra. Instructions were disseminated among various subordinate officers and concerned authorities to conduct regular briefing/debriefing and mock drills to ensure that all plans are effectively implemented and executed on ground.

14/06/2025

14/06/2025

An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.4 on the Richter Scale hit Pakistan at 6.53 pm IST

14/06/2025

“JKPS Senior Prosecuting Officer, Hemanshu Mahajan receives memento from Shri Ram Sarup, DGM RBI Jammu.”

14/06/2025

*Hon’ble LG Sh. Manoj Sinha met the family members of martyr Syed Adil Hussain at Anantnag.*

*He handed over the appointment letter to his wife, Mst. Gulnaz Akhter, on compassionate grounds.*

*He stated, The whole country is proud of the bravery of Adil, who sacrificed his life while protecting tourists at Pahalgam on 22nd April.*