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Time of India
6 hours ago
- General
- Time of India
J&K: Kashmiri Pandits troop to Valley temple fair, revive return hopes
SRINAGAR: Farooq Abdullah, Mehbooba Mufti and J&K LG Manoj Sinha joined hundreds of Kashmiri Pandits Tuesday at Mela Kheer Bhawani, an annual fair at an eponymous shrine in Ganderbal's Tulmulla, marking the largest gathering since the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack and raising hopes of the displaced community's return to the Valley. LG Sinha interacted with people and extended warm greetings on the occasion. The shrine is known as Kheer Bhawani as devotees offer milk and kheer (milk pudding) to a sacred spring there which, the legend has it, changes colour. Pandits from across the country travel to the temple fair, around 35km from Srinagar, each year. 'Devotees in large numbers is a good sign. I think after the heinous (Pahalgam) terror attack on April 22, it is the first time that people in such large numbers have assembled at one place in Kashmir. May Mata Kheer Bhawani keep showering her blessings on J&K people,' Sinha said, vowing to make the pilgrimage safe and hassle-free. Sinha also announced that preparations were in full swing for the annual Amarnath Yatra this year from July 3 to Aug 9. 'We have made all arrangements for the security of yatris. I request pilgrims from across the country to come for the yatra,' Sinha said. PDP president Mehbooba cited the large Pandit throngs at Kheer Bhawani temple to reiterate her belief that guns were not the solution to Kashmir's issues. 'Kashmir issue cannot be resolved through military force or militants' guns. Political solution is the only way forward. There should be a political process. That process cannot be completed until our Kashmiri Pandit brothers and sisters return with due respect and settle in the Valley,' Mehbooba said. Farooq, president of J&K's governing National Conference (NC), echoed the views as he was greeted warmly at the fair. He stressed the 'urgent' need for return and resettlement of Pandits in the Valley, calling for land as well as proper housing facilities. He recalled that NC had during its past stints in office attempted such rehabilitation and expressed hope the situation would improve enough for Pandits to live in Kashmir as they once did. Kheer Bhawani temple was built by then monarch Pratap Singh in 1912. The spring there has held religious sanctity for Pandits over centuries, with many claiming its origin to Lord Rama's times.
Yahoo
7 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
In-Situ Expands Popular Level TROLL Line With Addition of Non-Contact Radar Technology
FORT COLLINS, Colo., June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In-Situ, Inc. is excited to announce the Level TROLL NC, a non-contact level sensor that introduces radar to the company's popular Level TROLL line. In-Situ revolutionized water level monitoring when they designed the industry's first all-in-one datalogger/pressure transducer/temperature sensor in 1989. Nearly fifty years after the company's founding, In-Situ has consistently set industry standards for water level monitoring, giving professionals across the world easier, safer and more efficient ways to collect reliable data. Now, water monitoring professionals can enjoy the ruggedness and reliability of Level TROLL technology with a radar sensor that is exceptionally easy to install and set up, and exceeds USGS surface water accuracy specifications. The Level TROLL NC is fully integrated into In-Situ's shared ecosystem with twist-lock cable connection, programming through the VuSitu mobile app, instant cloud uploads to HydroVu accounts and easy telemetry setup with VuLink. "We wanted to offer a non-contact device that could easily integrate into our shared ecosystem," says Brittany Jenner, In-Situ's Environmental Product Manager. "You're able to use the same Rugged Cable with your Level TROLL NC as you can with your In-Situ water quality instrumentation and pressure transducers. You can use the VuSitu mobile app and connect your NC to VuLink to get your data in HydroVu in real time." Ease of use and simple setup were top priorities for the Level TROLL NC's design. The VuSitu mobile app allows users to view the radar echo curve, customize the device's active zone to minimize signal interference and change peak detection to enhance signal clarity. The NC includes a bubble level so users can verify the device is level during installation. Leveling bolts on the mounting bracket allow for easy tilt adjustment. "And you can confirm the actual tilt value in VuSitu," adds Jenner. "VuSitu includes color-coded indicators so it's easy to tell when you're within the recommended tilt range for accurate data collection." The device also has a narrow beam angle of just five degrees to maximize site selection flexibility. With the smallest footprint in its class, the Level TROLL NC slips effortlessly into tight spaces–unlocking new possibilities for level monitoring. Access to VuSitu and site selection flexibility make the NC ideal for applications where fast setup is crucial, such as stormwater and flood monitoring. "You don't want your instrumentation ripped out during a storm event," says Jenner. "With the NC, our customers can get the water level data they need in more challenging environments without risk of equipment or data loss." The Level TROLL NC furthers In-Situ's commitment to simplifying data collection, access and management for water monitoring professionals. For more information about the NC, visit About In-Situ: In-Situ Inc. designs, manufactures, sells and rents water level, water quality and flow monitoring instrumentation for groundwater, surface water, and coastal waters, and drinking and wastewater treatment processes. In-Situ also provides a full solution for decision-quality data transmission, access and management via industry-leading mobile and cloud software and telemetry. Please visit or call 800-446-7488. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE In-Situ Sign in to access your portfolio
The Hindu
10 hours ago
- General
- The Hindu
Farooq, Mehbooba, Karra join Pandit devotees at the Mata Kheer Bhawani temple in Kashmir
Prominent Jammu and Kashmir leaders, including Farooq Abdullah of the National Conference (NC), Mehbooba Mufti of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and Tariq Hameed Karra of the Congress, on Tuesday joined hundreds of Kashmiri Pandits in paying obeisance at the Mata Kheer Bhawani temple on the occasion of Jyeshta Ashtami, amid the sense of unease and fear that was spread by the recent Pahalgam terror attack. Dr. Abdullah, accompanied by his senior party colleagues, drove to Ganderbal district in central Kashmir in the morning, and joined devotees at the temple. 'We took the blessings of Mata Kheer Bhawani. We are living in harmony; we will be living in harmony. We sent a message of happiness,' the NC president said. Mingling with the Pandit devotees, mainly those who fled the Kashmir Valley in the face of militancy in the 1990s, Dr. Abdullah prayed that the Kheer Bhawani Mela (fair) turn out to be a 'starting point for displaced brothers and sisters to return and settle down in Kashmir again'. 'Land and houses should be provided to Kashmiri Pandits. The government and the Centre should do the needful for their peaceful return. The situation is not the same as when former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh ensured employment for thousands of Kashmiri Pandits by offering them government jobs in Kashmir for their peaceful return,' Dr. Abdullah said. Claiming that there was a sense of fear among devotees visiting the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine in Jammu after the recent India-Pakistan military confrontation, Dr. Abdullah appealed to people to visit the shrine. 'Don't fear. Visit the shrine,' he said. Ms. Mufti too joined the Pandit devotees in the visit to the shrine, and extended her wishes to the community on the occasion. She also paid floral tributes at the Kheer Bhawani temple pond, which is considered an auspicious ritual by the Pandit community. 'The PDP has always believed that guns or military interventions are not the solution. There should be a political process, that process cannot be completed until our Kashmiri Pandit brothers and sisters return with due respect and settle here,' the former J&K CM said. She said Kashmiri Pandits were an essential part of Kashmir. 'Pandits should return to Kashmir with dignity. They are an integral part of Kashmir. They have stakes in Kashmir,' Ms. Mufti said. Mr. Karra said the mela was 'a reflection of communal harmony, despite attempts to divide'. 'All communities stand united here. It is a reflection of the fact that Mahatma Gandhi also saw a ray of hope in Kashmir at the time of the Partition. Our [late] Prime Minister Manmohan Singh created a package that can still help in resolving the issues of Pandits, and ensuring their dignified return,' Mr. Karra said. The Kheer Bhawani Mela is the first major Hindu festival to take place in the Valley after the Pahalgam terror attack of April 22, which left 26 civilians dead. The incident has cast its shadow on the fair, evident in the thin attendance when compared with 2024. J&K Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, however, termed the gathering a good omen. 'Devotees have come in large numbers to attend the Kheer Bhawani Mela. This is a good sign. This is the first time after April 22 that such a crowd has gathered at a place,' Mr. Sinha said. He said all the preparations for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra, which beings on July 3, were complete. 'Security arrangements have also been finalised. I appeal to devotees from across the country to come and take Baba's (Lord Shiva's) blessings,' Mr. Sinha added. Meanwhile, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, chairman of the All Parties Hurriyat Conference, in a statement said an interfaith dialogue 'must evolve into a moral movement rooted in justice — because peace without justice is just a pause, no more'. 'I urged faith leaders to rise above nationalism, protect diversity, and uphold the moral duty of the majorities towards the minorities. From Palestine to Kashmir, only justice, dialogue, and mutual respect can bring lasting peace, and end human suffering,' he said.
Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Mehbooba Mufti meets LG to press for Kashmiri Pandits' return
SRINAGAR: Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) president and former J&K CM Mehbooba Mufti met Lt Governor Manoj Sinha Monday for the first time since abrogation of Article 370, handing him a memorandum for return and rehabilitation of Kashmiri Pandits. She demanded 0.12 acres of land for every displaced Kashmiri pandit family willing to come back to their district of origin and replacement of the current two-member nomination system in J&K assembly for the community with two reserved constituencies where their representatives would be directly elected. A 2020 Union home ministry document says 64,951 Kashmiri Pandit families have left the Valley. 'I met LG to discuss the return of Kashmiri pandits to the Valley with dignity and safety,' Mehbooba said after meeting Sinha at Raj Bhawan. She justified meeting with Sinha instead of CM Omar Abdullah, saying the National Conference (NC) govt had failed to deliver despite having a majority. As another example, Mehbooba cited a resolution in the assembly against the Centre's Waqf law revisions that she claimed was 'sabotaged' by the Omar-led govt. The PDP chief claimed she had written to the CM on the issue of Pandits but he didn't respond. Omar's party scoffed at the allegations and accused Mehbooba of 'getting close to BJP', which has long highlighted the plight of Pandits. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Esta nueva alarma con cámara es casi regalada en General Rodríguez (ver precio) Verisure Undo 'The issue of rehabilitation of Kashmiri pandits is not new. Why didn't she meet LG in the past five years?' NC spokesperson Tanvir Sadiq asked. Mehbooba argued that the return and rehabilitation of Kashmiri pandits was not only the responsibility of the elected govt but of other parties, too. 'It is a moral imperative and a societal responsibility to ensure that our Pandit brothers and sisters, who were tragically displaced from their homeland, are provided with the opportunity to return in a manner that is dignified, secure and sustainable,' the PDP chief said. The memorandum handed to the LG had also been mailed to CM Omar and Union home minister Amit Shah, Mehbooba said. The return of Pandits is not merely a demographic or administrative concern but a matter of historical justice, reconciliation and restoration of Kashmir's pluralistic ethos. According to the PDP chief, Pandit families whose original homes exist but are dilapidated or semi-damaged should be provided financial grants or interest-free loans for repairs. 'Reintegration must be both materially grounded and socially sustainable, requiring a multi-tiered and inclusive approach,' Mehbooba said. The PDP chief said she also took with the LG the issue of Kashmiri political prisoners, who do not face any serious charges, and sought their release.
Fashion Network
a day ago
- Business
- Fashion Network
Nobody's Child digital chief exits for Dubai-based Squatwolf
Nobody's Child's e-commerce and digital director Chris Bishop has quit the fast-growing fashion retailer to take up the role of e-commerce director at Dubai-based sportswear company Squatwolf. Bishop vacated his position last month having been with Nobody's Child September 2022. In a LinkedIn post, he said: 'After three transformative growth years, it's time to close my chapter at NC. I trust I've demonstrated what can be achieved with a customer behaviour obsession and a relentless drive to improve and outperform. We've gone from a start-up who internally celebrated on Whatsapp when we saw someone wearing 'NC in the wild', to a brand besting all the retail benchmarks.' He also told Retail Technology Innovation Hub of his time at Nobody's Child: 'Highlights have included replatforming and redesigning the website, profitably acquiring hundreds of thousands of new customers and doubling their lifetime value, onboarding 50+ new partners, and helping to fit out a few physical stores. 'A true highlight has been building the e-commerce & Digital team from the ground up. I had the pleasure of recruiting each one of them, and it's been a privilege to mentor, challenge, and support their growth.' Before joining Nobody's Child he worked as an independent e-commerce and marketing consultant for six years, working with companies ranging from high growth start-ups to £100m turnover. Other positions included interim chief marketing officer at Sigma Sports and interim e-commerce director at fashion rental platform MyWardrobe HQ . In his new position, Bishop will work alongside Squatwolf founders Anam Khalid and Wajdan Gul on accelerating the growth of the gymwear brand which is already available in 120 countries. In 2023, the company raised $30m in a Series B funding round, which was being used to expand its omnichannel presence and develop its product lines.
