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India Gazette
26-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
"Pakistan has nurtured terrorism": All-party delegation member Atul Garg
Kinshasa [Congo], May 26 (ANI): Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Atul Garg, who is part of the all-party delegation led by Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde, stated that Pakistan has nurtured terrorism. He also added that our goverment has decided to let the world know our sufferings and the acts of Pakistan. Speaking to ANI, Atul Garg said, 'Pakistan has nurtured government decided to let the world know our sufferings and acts of terrorists attack us, our country has the right to defend and we have utilised that right...' Earlier on Sunday, the all-party delegation led by Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde met V Venkataraman, the Indian ambassador to the Democratic Republic of Congo. The all-party delegation led by Shinde reached Kinshasa, Congo, on Sunday. Speaking to ANI, BJP's Rajya Sabha MP and senior advocate Manan Kumar Mishra, part of the same delegation, said, 'The message against terrorism is to be given to the entire world. The purpose of the delegation is that we have been suffering from terrorism for 4 decades, but now, we have the policy of zero tolerance towards it.' 'After Pahalgam, we waited for 15 days for Pakistan to take some action against terrorists, but they didn't, and then we targeted their terrorist camps on May 7,' he said. The delegation includes Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Bansuri Swaraj, Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) MP ET Mohammed Basheer, BJP MP Atul Garg, Biju Janata Dal (BJD) MP Sasmit Patra, BJP's Rajya Sabha MP and senior advocate Manan Kumar Mishra, BJP leader SS Ahluwalia, and former Ambassador Sujan Chinoy. The delegation aims to brief international partners on India's response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack and its broader fight against cross-border terrorism while engaging with leaders. The multi-party delegation, consisting of seven groups led by one MP each, has been initiated to counter global misinformation and highlight India's zero-tolerance policy on terrorism. (ANI)
Hindustan Times
24-05-2025
- General
- Hindustan Times
Delhi-NCR weathers rising AC fire incidents, short circuits. Read this to stay safe, alert
With the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi recording a peak power demand of 7,265 megawatts (MW) on May 19 — a record high for the month — it's no rocket science to know that air conditioners are at full blast to counter the soaring heat and humidity. This spike in power usage, however, throws light on the serious concerns of short circuiting and AC-related fire accidents due to overheating and electrical faults. Alarmed about the safety, during extreme heat, Vandit Madan, a marketing associate from Vivek Vihar shares how his family faced one such incident at his residence recently: 'My air conditioner sparked all of a sudden and soon after there was a strong burning smell. Thankfully I was home and noticed it in time to turn off the MCB instantly, which averted the fire from burning the house down.' According to Delhi Fire Service (DFS), around 140 calls per day are being received, this May, for fire-related issues in NCR. 'We often receive calls about fire incidents during the summer months, including cases involving air conditioners,' says Atul Garg, director, DFS, adding, 'In most AC-related fire cases, we've found the common causes to be either decayed internal wiring, a buildup of dust in the outdoor unit, and debris accumulating on filters and coils. If you notice sparks or a burning smell coming from your AC, switch off the MCB immediately and leave the room until a qualified technician arrives to inspect the unit.' Recent fire incidents in Delhi-NCR Ashok Vihar Police Station: Explosion in a split air conditioner unit Krishna Nagar: Fire at AC repair shop Noida Sector 18: Explosion in AC's compressor caused fire in an 8 storey building Surinder Pandey, a Noida-based electrician, shares that the complaint calls of AC fires have spiked unlike last month when Delhi's temperature was still bearable. 'Iss mahine mujhe har roz calls aa rahi hain, AC mein spark ki complaint ki. Just in the last five days, I've received over 15 calls. Zyadatar problems low quality equipment ki wajah se hoti hain. When the wiring is not done properly, especially in builder flats, then during high voltage demand there are higher chances of fire.' Some technicians suggest regular servicing of the ACs, but others say that it's difficult to cater to everyone since demand is higher. 'We've had to turn down some requests of servicing because we are overwhelmed with the number of calls we have received this month,' shares Ram Taneja, a technician from a Gurugram-based AC servicing centre, adding: 'Especially in the last week, before it rained, it was very hot and people were after our lives to get their ACs serviced since sparking incidents ki news se kaafi log ghabraye huye thhe.'
India Gazette
23-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Sindoor is now a new synonym for justice, strength: Bansuri Swaraj tells Indian diaspora in UAE
Abu Dhabi [UAE], May 23 (ANI): BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj addressed the Indian diaspora in the UAE regarding India's action against terrorism during the global outreach program on Operation Sindoor. As a member of the high-level all-party delegation led by Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Eknath Shinde, Bansuri Swaraj thanked the UAE for its unequivocal support to India. She said the reason for this is the Indian diaspora. 'It is because of your contributions. It is because the love that UAE has for you. It is because what you bring enriching their culture. It is because of your ethos that today Bharat stands tall. So please give a huge round of applause to yourself.' She said that the delegation is in the UAE to discuss the pain of the dastardly Pahalgam terror attack, the achievements of Operation Sindoor and share the roadmap for the future. In her moving remarks, she said that Sindoor is now a new synonym for justice, strength, because of the valour shown by the Indian armed forces. She reiterated the remarks of Lok Sabha MP Atul Garg, 'All of you (Indian diaspora) are ambassadors in your own being. We have come here so that you carry forward the message through your strengths'. She highlighted the strength of the Indian diaspora in carrying forward the message of India's fight against terrorism and called them 'brahmastra'. Swaraj gave the diaspora a call to spread India's word to their communities, workplaces, worship places, and homes that India was not the aggressor. 'What happened on 22nd April, that was a barbaric attack on our faith, on our existence. When we gave a befitting reply, we touched on nine terrorist bases. But, Pakistan instead of joining us in the global war against terrorism, chose to escalate the issue militarily. If you are going to bring war to our door, then we are going to bloody well finish it.' Swaraj highlighted that India's response has been that of 'tremendous restraint, tremendous maturity' She highlighted that in response, Pakistan attacked our holy places. Speaking on the actions which India is taking to counter the propaganda being spread on social media, Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde said, 'Negativity spreads faster than the positivity. But we are tackling this. The exercise we are doing, it will improvise things on social media also.' He added that as the delegation travels, the exercise which will be of 13-14 days will 'change the perspective and narrative and the false propaganda which Pakistan is spreading'. He underscored that truth can't be silenced no matter how much it is suppressed and said that the delegation will put in its best of efforts. The Indian delegation in the UAE is being led by Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde. The all-party delegation comprises MPs Bansuri Swaraj, ET Mohmd Basheer, Atul Garg, Sasmit Patra, Manan Kumar Mishra, BJP leader Surendrajeet Singh Ahluwalia, and former Ambassador Sujan Chinoy. UAE is the first stop of the broader four-nation diplomatic outreach by the all-party delegation. The delegation met Sheikh Nahyan Mabarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Co-Existence. Al Nahyan conveyed his deep condolences for the Pahalgam terrorist attack. The delegation highlighted the perpetration of cross-border terrorism and Pakistan's efforts to cause social disharmony in India. The all-party delegation will project India's national consensus and resolute approach to combating terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. It will convey to the world the country's strong message of zero tolerance for terrorism. India had launched Operation Sindoor in response to the Pahalgam terror attack. India launched precision strikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). The Indian Armed Forces responded effectively to subsequent Pakistani aggression and pounded its airbases. The two countries have reached an understanding to stop military action following a call made by Pakistan's DGMO to his Indian counterpart. (ANI)
India Gazette
21-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
"United in the fight against terrorism": Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde-led all-party delegation emplanes for UAE
New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): The second group of the all-party delegations led by Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde on Wednesday emplaned for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as part of a visit to key partner countries to highlight India's firm stand against terrorism and Pakistan's role in promoting it. The delegation will visit UAE, Liberia, Democratic Republic of Congo and Sierra Leone. This 8-member delegation also includes BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj, BJP MP Atul Garg, BJD MP Sasmit Patra, BJP's Rajya Sabha MP and senior advocate Manan Kumar Mishra, BJP leader SS Ahluwalia, IUML MP ET Mohammed Basheer and Ambassador Sujan Chinoy. The Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, shared a picture of the delegation and captioned it as: 'United in the fight against terrorism.' It further added, 'The 2nd group of All Party Delegation headed by Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Eknath Shinde has left New Delhi. The delegation will be visiting the United Arab Emirates, Democratic Republic of Congo, Sierra Leone and Liberia to carry India's strong message of zero tolerance against terrorism and apprise about Operation Sindoor.' Speaking to reporters, Shinde expressed his gratitude and said it is a great opportunity for the whole team to put forward India's message. Shinde said, 'I am fortunate to lead a group going to UAE and West Africa... I think it's very important to message the entire world about what India has been facing for many years. A message about what Pakistan is doing in all these years, how Pakistan is supporting terrorism, funding terrorism. This is a great opportunity for the entire team... India and Pakistan gained independence at the same time, but India has been progressing in their economy while Pakistan has been progressing only in terrorism...' Saying that India will give a befitting reply to the false news spread by Pakistan's propaganda machinery, BJP leader SS Ahluwalia said, '... We are going to tell the world the reality of what happened on 22 April and what has been happening even before that because Pakistan is spreading false propaganda all over the world. We will give a correct answer to the false news spread by their propaganda machinery.' Additionally, BJP MP Atul Garg said, 'The delegation will not just speak but also answer all their questions. It will tell them that, like other countries, we too have the right to respond if there is any terrorist attack on our country. We will also tell the world about the statement of their Army chief (Asim Munir) on Hindus...' BJP's Rajya Sabha MP and senior advocate Manan Kumar Mishra stated that the sole aim of the delegation is to tell the world that all terrorists of the world are 'harboured' by Pakistan, and India has been suffering due to Pakistan. Mishra said, 'The sole aim of our delegation is to tell the world that Pakistan is a terrorist State, a terrorist country. All terrorists of the world are harboured by Pakistan. It has been giving shelter to all terrorists of the world. For the past 30 years, India has been suffering due to Pakistan. Pakistan and its terrorists have caused harm to our innocent citizens and properties. Pakistan military supports those terrorists. So, we want to say that after what happened in Pahalgam, we waited for 15 days and gave a message to Pakistan Government to take action and handover terrorists who did this. They did not do anything for 15 days, and only then did we take action.' 'Our action was targetted only on terrorist bases. We did not harm any Pakistani civilians or Pakistani forces' personnel. They then started an attack on our properties and civilians with thousands of drones. We then attacked their airbases, but we didn't harm even one citizen (of Pakistan)...When Pakistan cried and brought a proposal for peace, so we agreed. Under the leadership of PM Modi, India has a zero tolerance policy against India has always been a peace-loving nation, we will continue to be peace loving. We do no want to fight anyone but if someone attacks them unnecessarily, we won't let them off. Pakistan is building a narrative that we harmed them deliberately. But the world knows the truth. We will give them a message on Pakistan's history and activities...' he added. BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj exhorted that Operation Sindoor is new pledge of justice and Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Indian Armed Forces have given a befitting reply in retaliation to the Pahalgam terror attack. Swaraj said, 'The terrorist attack in Pahalgam was done on the honour of India. It was a blow to the soul of India. PM Modi and our armed forces have given a befitting reply to this, through Operation Sindoor. Operation Sindoor is a new pledge of justice. PM has made it very clear that terror and talks can't go together, blood and water won't flow together, trade and terror will not happen together; whenever India would hold talks, it will be over PoK. With the sense of Nation First, cutting across party lines, this all-party delegation is will present India's position before these nations...' Earlier today, Group 3 of all-party delegation, led by JDU National Working President Sanjay Kumar Jha left for their visit to Japan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Republic of Korea, and Singapore. BJP's Aparajita Sarangi, Brij Lal, Pradan Baruah, Hemang Joshi, along with CPI(M)'s John Brittas, former External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid and Mohan Kumar are part of the group. Earlier, in the day while leaving for Japan, with the all-party delegation that will visit five East Asian Countries, CPI-M leader John Brittas said that all countries must come together with India in its rally against terrorism. 'Our delegation is now leaving for Japan. I have always been saying that this is a public diplomatic outreach to send across the message of India that the world has to unite against terrorism, and this is a high time that the countries need to rally with India in its concerns against terrorism,' the CPI-M leader told ANI. Brittas said he hopes to accurately send across India's message to the world across different sections of people. In the context of Operation Sindoor and India's continued fight against cross-border terrorism, seven All-Party Delegations are visiting key partner countries, including members of the UN Security Council, this month. The All-Party Delegations will project India's national consensus and resolute approach to combating terrorism in all forms and manifestations. They would carry forth to the world the country's strong message of zero tolerance against terrorism. (ANI)
India Gazette
21-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
All-party delegation led by Shrikant Shinde set to leave for UAE to highlight India's anti-terror stand
New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): Group 4 of the all-party delegations led by Shiv Sena MP Shrikant Shinde is set to leave for the UAE on Wednesday as part of a visit to key partner countries to highlight India's firm stand against terrorism and Pakistan's role in promoting it. The delegation will visit UAE, Liberia, Democratic Republic of Congo and Sierra Leone. This 8-member delegation also includes BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj, BJP MP Atul Garg, BJD MP Sasmit Patra, BJP's Rajya Sabha MP and senior advocate Manan Kumar Mishra, BJP leader SS Ahluwalia, IUML MP ET Mohammed Basheer and Ambassador Sujan Chinoy. Speaking to reporters, Shinde expressed his gratitude and stated that it is a great opportunity for whole team to put forward the India's message. MP Shinde said, 'I am fortunate to lead a group going to UAE and West Africa... I think its very much important to give a message to the entire world what India is facing since many years. A message what Pakistan is doing what all years, how Pakistan is supporting terrorism, funding terrorism. This is a great opportunity for entire team... India and Pakistan gained independence at the same time, but India has been progressing in their economy while Pakistan has been progressing only in terrorism...' Additionally, MP Atul Garg said, 'The delegation will not just speak but also answer all their questions. It will tell them that like other countries, we too have the right to respond if there is any terrorist attack on our country. We will also tell the world about the statement of their Army chief (Asim Munir) on Hindus...' BJP's Rajya Sabha MP and senior advocate Manan Kumar Mishra stated that the sole aim of the delegation is to tell the world that all terrorists of the world are 'harboured' by Pakistan and India has been suffering due to Pakistan. Mishra said, 'The sole aim of our delegation is to tell the world that Pakistan is a terrorist State, a terrorist country. All terrorists of the world are harboured by Pakistan. It has been giving shelter to all terrorists of the world. For the past 30 years, India has been suffering due to Pakistan. Pakistan and its terrorists have caused harm to our innocent citizens and properties. Pakistan military supports those terrorists. So, we want to say that after what happened in Pahalgam, we waited for 15 days and gave a message to Pakistan Government to take action and handover terrorists who did this. They did not do anything for 15 days and only then we took action.' 'Our action was targetted only on terrorist bases. We did not harm any Pakistani civilians or Pakistani forces' personnel. They then started an attack on our properties and civilians with thousands of drones. We then attacked their airbases, but we didn't harm even one citizen (of Pakistan)...When Pakistan cried and brought a proposal for peace, so we agreed. Under the leadership of PM Modi, India has a zero tolerance policy against India has always been a peace-loving nation, we will continue to be peace loving. We do no want to fight anyone but if someone attacks them unnecessarily, we won't let them off. Pakistan is building a narrative that we harmed them deliberately. But the world knows the truth. We will give them a message on Pakistan's history and activities...' he added. BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj exhorted that Operation Sindoor is new pledge of justice and Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Indian Armed Forces have given a befitting reply in retaliation to the Pahalgam terror attack. Swaraj said, 'The terrorist attack in Pahalgam was done on the honour of India. It was a blow to the soul of India. PM Modi and our armed forces have given a befitting reply to this, through Operation Sindoor. Operation Sindoor is a new pledge of justice. PM has made it very clear that terror and talks can't go together, blood and water won't flow together, trade and terror will not happen together; whenever India would hold talks, it will be over PoK. With the sense of Nation First, cutting across party lines, this all-party delegation is will present India's position before these nations...' Earlier today, Group 3 of all-party delegation, led by JDU National Working President Sanjay Kumar Jha left for their visit to Japan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Republic of Korea, and Singapore. BJP's Aparajita Sarangi, Brij Lal, Pradan Baruah, Hemang Joshi, along with CPI(M)'s John Brittas, former External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid and Mohan Kumar are part of the group. Earlier, in the day while leaving for Japan, with the all-party delegation that will visit five East Asian Countries, CPI-M leader John Brittas said that all countries must come together with India in its rally against terrorism. 'Our delegation is now leaving for Japan. I have always been saying that this is a public diplomatic outreach to send across the message of India that the world has to unite against terrorism, and this is a high time that the countries need to rally with India in its concerns against terrorism,' the CPI-M leader told ANI. Brittas said he hopes to accurately send across India's message to the world across different sections of people. In the context of Operation Sindoor and India's continued fight against cross-border terrorism, seven All-Party Delegations are visiting key partner countries, including members of the UN Security Council, this month. The All-Party Delegations will project India's national consensus and resolute approach to combating terrorism in all forms and manifestations. They would carry forth to the world the country's strong message of zero tolerance against terrorism. (ANI)
