Dilip Ghosh Criticizes CJP Protests in Delhi, Targets Mamata Banerjee
West Bengal Minister Dilip Ghosh responds to CJP protests in Delhi, emphasizing democracy while condemning disruption. Dilip Ghosh Criticizes CJP Protests in Delhi, Targets Mamata Banerjee
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JNU students protest late night as Delhi tightens security ahead of CJP rally
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Delhi-NCR experiences cloud cover with no rain expected, leading to improved air quality. Temperatures remain slightly above normal. Clouds Cover Delhi-NCR, No Rain Expected; Air Quality Improves
Delhi Police shut metro stations, tighten security before CJP protest
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Delhi police detain protesters in security operation before CJP rally
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Delhi Police Deploys 35,000 Personnel With Bodycams Ahead Of CJP Protest
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Delhi traffic curbs from 6 am for CJP protest; check affected roads
Stringent traffic restrictions came into force across the national capital from 6 am on Saturday ahead of a protest at Jantar Mantar by the CJP, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, with diversions planned at several points across Delhi. Police personnel were out in large numbers across the capital, manning barricades and keeping a close watch on vehicular movement as security was stepped up ahead of the demonstration. The heightened security comes amid traffic curbs, metro restrictions, train cancellations and a mobile internet suspension in parts of the national capital. Delhi Traffic Police has warned of disruptions around Connaught Place, Mandi House, Jantar Mantar, Patel Chowk and other key intersections in central Delhi. The diversions, which began at 6 am, will be regulated according to the prevailing law and order situation. According to the traffic advisory, the affected stretches include the Ashoka Road-Jantar Mantar Road roundabout, ...
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Delhi Police expects 7,000 protesters, directs personnel to show restraint
Delhi Police expects around 7,000 protesters to arrive in the national capital on Saturday, with senior officers directing personnel to exercise maximum restraint and handle the situation professionally, an official said. During a briefing ahead of the planned demonstration, police personnel were instructed not to react to any provocative acts by protesters and to maintain calm throughout the operation, they said. Sources said Delhi Police has made it clear that no unauthorised gathering will be allowed. Personnel have been directed to detain those arriving to participate in the protest and shift them to designated detention centres. Action may also be taken against individuals claiming to be independent journalists if they attempt to provoke police personnel or create a confrontation, depending on the circumstances, they said. On the possibility of shifting the protesters to Ramlila Maidan, police clarified that no application seeking permission to hold a demonstration there has b
Delhi on high alert ahead of Jantar Mantar protest; Metro stations closed, borders sealed
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 10 (IANS) Delhi Police remained on high alert on Saturday ahead of the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) protest at Jantar Mantar, with security tightened across the national Capital, vehicles being checked at borders and police personnel wearing body cameras to record any untoward incidents. Security arrangements have been strengthened at the residences of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi. Drone surveillance is being conducted at key locations, while several Metro stations, including Supreme Court and Mandi House, have been closed as part of the security measures. Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Anant Mittal reached the Aya Nagar border to review the arrangements ahead of the protest. Delhi Police personnel were checking vehicles entering the national Capital to prevent unauthorised persons from reaching New Delhi. Speaking to IANS, DCP Anant Mittal said, Regarding the call given by the CJP to protest in New Delhi, security arrangements have been made accordingly in Delhi and in the South district as well. Special security arrangements are in place at inter-state and inter-district borders. We are preventing unauthorised elements from entering New Delhi and checking them. Our effort is to ensure that everything remains peaceful and law and order is maintained. Police personnel have also been equipped with body cameras to record any instances of manhandling or physical altercations during the demonstration. At New Delhi Railway Station, drone surveillance is underway, with Delhi Police and Rapid Action Force (RAF) personnel deployed across the premises. Security marches are being conducted, and drones are being used to monitor the situation. Meanwhile, barricades have been placed at several locations, including Ghazipur and Badarpur borders, where police personnel are checking suspicious vehicles. Paramilitary forces have also been deployed to prevent leaders and party workers from reaching the protest site. Heavy police deployment has been reported at Janpath Gol Chakkar, while security has been tightened on roads leading towards Janpath Metro Station. Barricades have also been installed on Feroz Shah Road towards Mandi House. In Ghaziabad, security has been strengthened at Loni Gol Chakkar along the Delhi-Ghaziabad border following the CJP's protest call against the Election Commission. Vehicles are being inspected, while Delhi Police and Border Security Force (BSF) personnel have been deployed at various locations. CCTV cameras are also being used for continuous surveillance. Security has been increased outside Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar's residence, with additional Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel deployed to prevent any untoward incidents. Security arrangements are also in place at LoP Rahul Gandhi's residence. Despite the heightened security, passenger movement continued at Hazrat Nizamuddin Railway Station. A passenger told IANS, We didn't face any difficulties; we came by train very comfortably. There was a bit of doubt at night, but in the morning, we were allowed to come comfortably, so there was no problem. There was a fear among the public that if we reached Delhi, we would be stopped or something. There was that fear in mind, but not anymore. Meanwhile, Gautam Buddh Nagar Police on Friday imposed prohibitory orders across the district under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). The restrictions prohibit gatherings of five or more people without prior permission, processions, provocative speeches and the spread of misleading information. The order will come into effect on Saturday morning and remain in force until October 20. Section 163 of the BNSS has also been imposed in Delhi as authorities step up security measures ahead of the protest demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Internet services were also suspended within a radius of 4 km from the Janpath-Kartavya Path crossing for 24 hours, beginning at 10 p.m. on Friday. The Delhi Police has identified a radius of approximately 1.5 kilometres as a highly sensitive zone. The area covers key locations, including Jantar Mantar, Janpath, the Election Commission's office and Delhi Police headquarters.
Delhi-NCR wakes up to cool breeze; IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms over weekend
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 10 (IANS) People in Delhi-NCR woke up to pleasant weather and cool breezes on Saturday, with a high likelihood of rain. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast rainfall in several areas on Saturday and Sunday, along with thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds reaching speeds of up to 50 kmph in some parts of Delhi. The change in weather is attributed to a western disturbance and a cyclonic circulation over neighbouring states. According to the IMD, thunderstorms are likely in Delhi and adjoining states due to a western disturbance over north Pakistan and its neighbouring areas, along with an upper-air cyclonic circulation over Haryana and adjoining northwestern Uttar Pradesh. Meanwhile, dust levels have also affected air quality across Delhi-NCR. On Friday, Delhi's air quality remained in the moderate category. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the city's Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 173 at 9.30 a.m., falling in the 'moderate' category. The minimum temperatures recorded at the Safdarjung and Lodhi Road weather stations were 25.2 degrees Celsius and 24.2 degrees Celsius, respectively, which were 4.2 degrees above normal at both locations. At Ayanagar, the minimum temperature was recorded at 24.7 degrees Celsius, 3.8 degrees above normal. The Ridge and Palam weather stations recorded minimum temperatures of 23.8 degrees Celsius and 22.7 degrees Celsius, respectively. Meanwhile, the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) has intensified efforts to control dust emissions from construction activities. It is conducting regular and surprise inspections at ongoing government and private project sites across the national Capital. During these inspections, show-cause notices have been issued to the project agencies concerned, including some government bodies, after violations of prescribed dust-control regulations were detected at certain sites. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Friday that pollution-control regulations must be followed without exception. She said the government's priority was to ensure that all construction projects effectively implement the prescribed pollution-control measures. Gupta warned that action would be taken against agencies found violating the rules. She emphasised that no government department, construction agency, contractor or private company was above the law, adding that the same pollution-control standards applied to government and private construction projects.
CJP Delhi Protest Today: Delhi Police has deployed over 35,000 police and paramilitary personnel ahead of the CJP protest at Jantar Mantar on October 10. Security arrangements include bodycams, drones, facial recognition systems, six detention centres, traffic diversions and Metro station closures.
Delhi: Security tightened outside CEC Gyanesh Kumar's residence ahead of CJP protest
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 10 (IANS) Security has been significantly tightened outside Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumars Delhi residence ahead of a planned Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest scheduled for Saturday. Additional Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel have been deployed, and local police remain on high alert to prevent any untoward incidents. Security has been tightened across the national Capital ahead of the protest. Heavy security arrangements are in place at Delhis borders, including Chilla Border, which connects Noida to Mayur Vihar. Delhi Police, additional forces, BSF personnel and traffic police have been deployed, and vehicles are being checked. Meanwhile, the situation at Tikri Border remains normal on Saturday morning, with vehicles moving smoothly and no traffic congestion reported. Police personnel and paramilitary forces are continuing to arrive at the spot to strengthen security arrangements. Security agencies remain alert and are monitoring incoming and outgoing vehicles. The administration is keeping a close watch on the situation, while public movement continues as usual. Earlier on Friday, the Delhi Police announced traffic diversions on Saturday in view of the law and order situation linked to the CJP's protest and advised commuters to keep extra travel time in hand if heading towards railway stations, ISBTs or the airport via New Delhi and Central Delhi. The diversions were enforced from 6 a.m. depending upon the prevailing situation at key intersections, including Outer Circle Connaught Place-Barakhamba Road T-Point; Round About Gol Dak Khana; Round About Patel Chowk; Jai Singh Road Ashoka Road T-Point; Round About RML Hospital and Outer Circle Connaught Place - Sansad Marg T-Point, a statement said. The traffic police advised commuters not to undertake non-essential travel, adding that traffic management measures are dynamic and will be relaxed or regulated based on real-time ground assessment. For live updates, alternate routes, and continuous traffic alerts, people can keep referring to official Delhi Traffic Police website and social media platforms, the statement added.
Delhi Police expects 7,000 protesters; security personnel told to exercise restraint
Personnel have been directed to detain those arriving to participate in the protest and shift them to designated detention centres
Akhilesh Yadav says government cannot suppress Delhi youth protests
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'PM is scared': CJP's Abhijeet Dipke alleges Govt 'waging war on its people' ahead of protest march
Delhi Protest: Ahead of the scheduled Jantar Mantar 2.0 protest demanding the sacking of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar in the national capital, Cockroach Janta Party (CJP)'s founder Abhijeet Dipke on Saturday left for New Delhi, alleging that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scared of the youth and accusing the Centre of waging a war against its own people by orchestrating an emergency-like atmosphere.
Connaught Place shuts ahead of CJP protest, traders brace for Rs 2,000 crore hit
Connaught Place market is set to be shut on Saturday in anticipation of a planned protest. The New Delhi Traders Association fears significant losses, estimating nearly Rs 2,000 crore. While acknowledging the right to protest, concerns about public safety and business disruption have been raised. Delhi Police has denied permission for the protest, prompting calls for alternative locations.
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Delhi: Security personnel told to exercise restraint
Delhi Police is preparing for a large protest on Saturday, expecting around 7,000 participants. Senior officers have instructed personnel to exercise maximum restraint, handle the situation professionally, and detain unauthorised gatherings. No permission has been granted for Ramlila Maidan, and action may be taken against individuals provoking police.
Delhi Police Issues Advisory Ahead Of CJP Protest. Check Routes To Avoid
Delhi Traffic Police Advisory: According to the advisory, traffic diversions will be enforced from 6 am on Saturday, depending on the prevailing situation.
Police deploy forces with bodycams at Jantar Mantar, Dipke says 'govt waging war'
Delhi Police is enhancing security measures with the deployment of more than 35,000 personnel for the protest. The protest, organized by the Cockroach Janta Party, seeks accountability regarding electoral rolls. Despite police denying permission for the demonstration, activists plan to proceed with their protest at Jantar Mantar. Additional security measures include drones, facial recognition systems, and CCTV cameras throughout central Delhi.
CJP protest: Delhi Police expects 7,000 protesters; security personnel told to exercise restraint
Delhi Police is preparing for an expected arrival of around 7,000 protesters in the national capital. Officers are instructed to manage the situation with maximum restraint and professionalism. No unauthorized gatherings will be permitted, and attendees may face detention at designated centers. The police have clarified that there has been no application for a demonstration at Ramlila Maidan yet.
Delhi Police denies house arrest of Deepender Hooda, warns against spreading false claims
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CJP protest today: Delhi Police wear body cams to record security deployment
CJP Founder Abhijeet Dipke Heads To Delhi Despite Police Denial Of Protest Permission
The founding member of Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), Abhijeet Dipke, set off from Mumbai on Saturday morning en route to Delhi, where he has announced a protest at Jantar Mantar against the appointment of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
Delhi police deploy forces with bodycams at Jantar Mantar ahead of CJP protest
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Delhi Police detains 30-40 people with criminal records before CJP protest
Delhi Police has detained people with criminal records across all 15 districts of the national capital as part of preventive measures ahead of the Cockroach Janta Party's (CJP) proposed protest at Jantar Mantar, police sources said. According to sources, around 30 to 40 people with criminal records have been picked up from all 15 districts as the police stepped up security arrangements to maintain law and order. Police are also keeping a close watch on the movements of certain people who could mobilise people or influence them to participate in the proposed demonstration, the source said. Surveillance has been intensified outside the residences of such people as part of the security measures, added the source. Security arrangements have been tightened across Delhi in view of the proposed protest.
Routes to avoid as Delhi Police issues advisory for CJP's Jantar Mantar protest
Delhi has virtually turned into a fortress ahead of the protest by Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) seeking Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, who is facing heat over the nationwide Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of...
CJP Founder Abhijeet Dipke heads to Delhi for protest despite denial of permission from Police
Tight Security Measures in Delhi Ahead of CJP Protest Calling for CECs Removal
Ahead of a protest by the Cockroach Peoples Party, Delhi has heightened security with 45 metro stations closed and significant police presence. Tight Security Measures in Delhi Ahead of CJP Protest Calling for CECs Removal
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LIVE: Ahead of CJP protest, Delhi under unprecedented security
New Delhi: Delhi is under an unprecedented security blanket, with around 25,000 police and paramilitary personnel deployed across the city. Forty-five metro stations face entry and exit restrictions, and surveillance has been increased at the national capitals borders, railway stations, bus terminals and other sensitive locations ahead of a proposed protest by the Cockroach Janta Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Railways cancels over 250 trains ahead of CJP protest in Delhi on Oct 10
In an unprecedented move that railway experts say amounts to surrendering to protesters, the Railway Board on Friday has cancelled over 250 trains connecting New Delhi and Hazrat Nizamuddin stations with destinations across the country ahead of a protest planned by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) on October 10, demanding the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The cancellations cover passenger trains scheduled to depart from their originating stations after 2 pm on October 9, as well as those scheduled to arrive at New Delhi or Hazrat Nizamuddin railway stations between 4 am and 2 pm on October 10. Trains scheduled to depart from these two stations for their respective destinations, along with local trains, have also been cancelled, taking the total number of cancellations to over 250. The move has drawn sharp criticism over the inconvenience caused to thousands of passengers. A section of railway experts, passenger bodies and recognised federations have criticis
Delhi Metro shuts entry, exit at 45 stations ahead of October 10 protest
Delhi Metro shuts entry, exit at 45 stations ahead of October 10 protest
Delhi has been placed under an unprecedented security blanket, with around 25,000 police and paramilitary personnel deployed across the national capital ahead of a proposed protest by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) at Jantar Mantar. Authorities...
Delhi Police detain at least 100 with criminal records in overnight ops. ahead of CJP protest
Those detained from across 15 districts were suspected of joining the CJP-led protest at Jantar Mantar, sources said
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Amsterdam-based artist Angel Rose explores ancestry, pop culture and cultural memory through pink rice, archival images and objects in her latest work, now showing in Delhi Post October 3 HL: Spotlighting the work of Amsterdam-based visual artist Angel-Rose, whose practice explores ancestry, pop culture and cultural memory through pink rice, archival images and objects. Her latest works were on display at Method, Delhi.
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Delhi CJP Protest News LIVE: CJP's Jantar Mantar 2.0 Today Despite No Permission
Delhi CJP Protest LIVE Updates: Entry and exit gates at 45 Delhi Metro stations, including Rajiv Chowk, New Delhi, Central Secretariat, Patel Chowk and Kashmere Gate, will remain closed today.
Delhi Police cites 'serious' law and order concerns to deny CJP protest permission
Delhi Police has denied permission for the Cockroach Janta Party's upcoming protest at Jantar Mantar. This decision was made due to potential serious law and order issues as well as public inconvenience. The police noted that the party's application did not meet the required submission timeline for permissions. Additionally, previous protests have allegedly violated conditions, prompting stricter measures. A heavy police presence will be maintained in anticipation of potential disruptions.
Ahead of CJP protest at Jantar Mantar, Delhi Police detains people with 'criminal records'
The Delhi Police has detained people with 'criminal records' across all 15 districts of the national capital in view of the protest called by Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) seeking Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar's...
Delhi Qila ahead of CJPs Jantar Mantar 2.0: 35,000-strong force in security plan
Delhi Police has devised a detailed security plan for an upcoming protest against SIR and CEC Gyanesh Kumar. Key features include road blockades, preventive detentions, and restrictions on movement across the city. Approximately 35,000 security personnel will be deployed to manage the situation effectively. Metro services and certain markets will face disruptions during this period for public safety.
Delhi under unprecedented security blanket ahead of CJP protest
Delhi is currently experiencing heightened security measures in anticipation of a protest planned at Jantar Mantar. Approximately 25,000 police and paramilitary personnel have been mobilized to maintain law and order. Restrictions have been placed on entry and exit at 45 metro stations, impacting commuter access. Additional checks are being conducted at railway stations and city borders to deter large gatherings.
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Police are also keeping a close watch on the movements of certain people who could mobilise people or influence them to participate in the proposed demonstration
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The traffic curbs come amid heightened security arrangements ahead of the planned demonstration, with restrictions on metro services, train cancellations and a mobile internet suspension in parts of the national capital
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24-hour Internet shutdown ahead of Jantar Mantar protest, IT Ministry issues takedown advisory
Social media platforms have been instructed to take down 'content having potential implications for public order'
Delhi protest LIVE updates: CJP's call for 'Jantar Mantar 2.0' turns capital into a fortress
Authorities have taken several measures ahead of the protest, including internet curbs in parts of Delhi, the shutting down of markets and Metro stations, and the cancelling dozens of trains bound for the capital.
Thousands of security personnel deployed as Delhi braces for cockroach protest
Several trains to Delhi have been cancelled and dozens of metro stations are shut to stop protesters from gathering.
Delhi Prepares for Major Protest with 35,000 Security Personnel Deployed
Ahead of a planned protest in Delhi, over 35,000 security personnel are deployed to ensure safety and order. Delhi Prepares for Major Protest with 35,000 Security Personnel Deployed
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta urges coordinated action for timely justice for women
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Three CJP activists detained in Rajasthan ahead of Delhi protest
The Peoples Union for Civil Liberties (PUCL) condemned the restrictions placed by the police on the movement of activists
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Pesticides in breast milk? The unasked question in Kashmirs orchards
Srinagar, Oct 09: As chemical pesticides remain part of crop protection in Kashmirs apple-growing belt, an important environmental health question remains unanswered: are women who work in or live near orchards exposed to pesticides that can be detected in their breast milk? Research conducted in other parts of India has found pesticide residues in breast-milk samples collected from nursing mothers. However, comparable published evidence establishing the presence and concentrations of such residues among lactating women in Jammu and Kashmir was not identified in the literature reviewed for this report. The gap is significant for a region where horticulture supports thousands of farming households and women participate in a range of agricultural activities, including pruning, picking, sorting and handling harvested produce. Although these activities do not necessarily involve direct pesticide application, exposure may occur through contact with recently treated plants, contaminated surfaces or soil, spray drift and other environmental pathways. The extent of such exposure depends on the chemicals used, application practices, protective measures and the time elapsed since spraying. The absence of local breast-milk data means that the nature and extent of this potential exposure remain uncertain. Studies elsewhere in India detect pesticide residues Several peer-reviewed studies have investigated pesticide residues in human breast milk across India. A study published in Environmental Pollution in 2021 analysed 81 breast-milk samples collected from Kolkata and Nadia in West Bengal. Researchers detected organochlorine pesticides and selected newer compounds, including pyrethroids and neonicotinoids. Most of the substances investigated showed higher average concentrations in samples from Kolkata than in those from Nadia. In Assam, a study published in Science of the Total Environment in 2011 reported residues of DDT and HCH in breast milk collected from Dibrugarh and Nagaon. Another study, published in the same journal in 2013, analysed 53 breast-milk samples from Punjab and reported several pesticide compounds, including DDT and its metabolites, HCH isomers, endrin, endosulfan, cypermethrin and chlorpyrifos. Research published in Environmental Pollution in 2009 also documented persistent organochlorine compounds in breast milk collected from Delhi, Mumbai and Kolkata. The findings establish that selected pesticide compounds and their metabolites can be detected in human milk. However, the studies examined different populations under different conditions and cannot be used to estimate the prevalence of pesticide residues among mothers in Jammu and Kashmir. Nor do they establish that the same compounds or concentrations occur in Kashmiri women. Kashmirs horticultural sector warrants investigation The question assumes particular relevance in Kashmir, where apple cultivation is an important source of income and agricultural chemicals are used to protect crops against pests and fungal diseases. A study published in the Indian Journal of Medical and Paediatric Oncology in 2010 cited estimates of approximately 7,750 metric tonnes of fungicides and 3,186 metric tonnes of insecticides used annually in Kashmirs orchards. These are historical estimates and should not be treated as current consumption figures without verification against more recent official records. Pesticide-use figures alone cannot establish the level of exposure experienced by farmers or their families. The risks associated with individual chemicals differ, as do the ways in which they enter the environment and human body. For orchard workers, relevant exposure factors include pesticide handling, the use of protective equipment, the interval between spraying and returning to treated areas, and contact with treated crops. Residential proximity to orchards, dietary sources and drinking water may also be relevant. A local investigation would need to account for these factors rather than assume that orchard work is the sole source of exposure. Why breast-milk monitoring matters Certain persistent pesticides, including some organochlorine compounds, can remain in the environment for long periods and accumulate in fatty tissues. Some may subsequently be detected in human breast milk. Other pesticides have different chemical properties and may break down more rapidly. Their presence in breast milk cannot be assumed simply because they are used in agriculture. Scientists would therefore need to identify the chemicals currently used in Kashmirs horticulture and select a suitable laboratory testing panel. Samples would need to be analysed using validated methods, with results reported alongside laboratory detection limits and appropriate quality controls. A study could compare samples from lactating women directly involved in orchard work with those from women who live near orchards but do not handle pesticides, as well as women from areas with less direct horticultural exposure. Researchers could collect information on agricultural activities, pesticide-handling practices, protective equipment, residential location, diet and drinking-water sources. This would help examine whether detected residues are associated with particular exposure patterns. The findings would establish a baseline for the study population, although a cross-sectional study alone could not prove that orchard work caused a particular residue concentration. Detection does not automatically mean harm The detection of pesticide residues in breast milk does not, by itself, establish that a concentration is harmful to an infant. Health risks depend on the chemical, the concentration, the duration and route of exposure, and the available toxicological evidence. Public-health communication must therefore avoid equating the presence of a residue with a confirmed health effect. Breastfeeding should not be discontinued solely because of general reports about environmental pesticide contamination. Women concerned about a specific or substantial exposure should seek advice from qualified healthcare professionals. The more immediate priority is to reduce avoidable exposure among agricultural workers through appropriate protective equipment, adherence to product-specific safety instructions, observance of re-entry intervals and improved pesticide management. Integrated pest management, which combines pest monitoring, preventive measures and targeted chemical treatment, could also help reduce unnecessary pesticide applications. A research gap that needs attention For Jammu and Kashmir, the central question remains unresolved. The studies reviewed for this report do not establish whether pesticide residues are present in the breast milk of women working in the regions orchards, how frequently they might occur or which compounds warrant particular attention. Addressing the gap would require collaboration among agricultural scientists, public-health researchers, environmental laboratories and relevant government departments. Any study involving lactating women would also require ethics approval, informed consent, reliable laboratory procedures and safeguards for participants privacy. Alongside biological monitoring, authorities could improve records of pesticide use and strengthen environmental monitoring to help researchers identify locally relevant exposure pathways. For a region whose agricultural economy depends heavily on horticulture, measuring potential exposure is an important step towards understanding the wider environmental implications of pesticide use. Studies from other Indian states provide a basis for asking the question. Only systematic testing in Jammu and Kashmir can establish what, if anything, is present in the breast milk of women living and working around its orchards.
Delhi Government Launches Campaign for Yamuna River Cleanliness
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Omar pitches J&K as GCC destination
Jammu, Oct 09: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday called upon industry leaders to explore Jammu and Kashmir as an emerging destination for Global Capability Centres (GCCs), emphasising that the government is committed to creating a competitive, business-friendly ecosystem that attracts investment, fosters innovation and generates meaningful employment. We have to make Jammu and Kashmir a place that is competitive, a place that is attractive to do business, a place where you can make money, and a place where we can compete with the Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities around the country, the Chief Minister said while addressing the inaugural session of the J&K GCC Summit 2026 at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Jammu. He addressed the gathering virtually from New Delhi. The two-day summit, themed Unlocking J&Ks GCC Potential for Building Growth Ecosystem and Catalysing Investment, brings together representatives of government, industry and academia to explore opportunities for developing Jammu and Kashmirs presence in Indias expanding GCC ecosystem. Highlighting the evolution of GCCs in India, the Chief Minister said that what began as call centres and business process outsourcing operations had evolved into centres of innovation, talent, capability and enterprise. The story of GCCs in India is a story of evolution, as is the story of Jammu and Kashmir, he said, and added that the transformation of GCCs demonstrated how capabilities and value addition could create new economic opportunities. Drawing a parallel with Jammu and Kashmirs own journey over the past three to three-and-a-half decades, Omar Abdullah said the fact that the region was now being discussed as a potential destination for GCC investments reflected a significant change in the opportunities being explored. Acknowledging that Jammu and Kashmir continued to face a perception challenge arising from its past, he said the government was working to address it through investments across industry, manufacturing, agriculture, tourism and other emerging sectors, including GCCs. The Chief Minister said Jammu and Kashmir need not replicate the growth trajectories of established GCC hubs such as Hyderabad, Bengaluru and Chennai, but could learn from their experiences and position itself to compete with Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. Coming late to the party is disappointing, but it is not always disadvantageous. We can learn from the experiences of others. We dont have to reinvent the wheel. We just have to use it better, CM Omar observed. He pointed out that the rising cost of doing business in larger cities had created opportunities for emerging destinations. Jammu and Kashmir, he said, could explore this space by building on its inherent advantages and offering an attractive environment for businesses to establish and expand their operations. Underscoring the importance of educational institutions in developing a skilled workforce, the Chief Minister highlighted the presence of a strong network of higher education institutions in Jammu and Kashmir, including IIM Jammu, IIT Jammu, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, the University of Jammu, the University of Kashmir and the Islamic University of Science and Technology. These institutions, he continued, were producing talented and well-educated young people who were often compelled to seek employment opportunities outside the region, including in the GCC sector, because of limited opportunities at home. He said the establishment of GCCs in Jammu and Kashmir could help retain local talent, create quality employment and connect the regions educated youth with emerging opportunities in the technology-driven economy. The Chief Minister said the success of the summit should not be measured by an immediate target of establishing a large number of GCCs, but by the creation of a foundation for sustainable growth. Wed be quite happy to have one, first GCC. One will lead to five. Five will lead to ten. And the story will grow from there, he said, stressing that the government wanted investors to choose Jammu and Kashmir on the strength of its business potential rather than out of sympathy for its past challenges. Emphasising that commercial viability would remain central to attracting and retaining investment, Omar Abdullah said businesses would continue to operate in a destination only as long as it made economic sense for them. The Chief Minister highlighted the governments efforts to improve the business environment, including the passage of comprehensive Ease of Doing Business legislation during the recent session of the Legislative Assembly, which received the assent of the Lieutenant Governor and has become law. He said the legislation was intended to make doing business in Jammu and Kashmir easier, adding that its implementation on the ground would be critical. The government, he said, would learn from experience and undertake further improvements wherever required. Describing the summit as an opportunity for the government to learn from industry leaders and established GCC ecosystems, he said the deliberations would help identify the measures needed to make Jammu and Kashmir a more attractive destination for investors. He said the government was keen to build sustained engagement with NASSCOM and other industry stakeholders, and invited companies to explore the regions potential. Pointing to Jammu and Kashmirs climatic conditions and connectivity by road, rail and air, Omar Abdullah said the region had inherent advantages that could be developed into a compelling proposition for businesses considering new locations. I am just going to assure all of you that whatever we can do in the government to make your journey easier, to ensure that youre able to establish here easily and also profitably, please rest assured that at the highest levels in the government, we are committed to making your journey easy, he said. Expressing hope that the summit would mark the beginning of a long-term association between Jammu and Kashmir and the GCC industry, he said emerging technologies could open up opportunities for new destinations, including the Union Territory. The Chief Minister thanked the participating industry leaders and delegates for their engagement and appreciated IIM Jammu for organising the summit. He expressed hope that the two days of deliberations would translate into tangible outcomes and meaningful investment opportunities on the ground. The inaugural session was attended by Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; Ram Niwas Sharma, Commissioner Secretary, Higher Education Department; Kumar Rajeev Ranjan, Secretary, Department of Labour and Employment; Rajesh Nambiar, President, NASSCOM; Rajendra Singh Pawar, Chairman, NIIT; and Prof. B.S. Sahay, Director, IIM Jammu, among other representatives from government, industry and academia. With participation from approximately 45 organisations, over 55 industry leaders and more than 300 delegates, the J&K GCC Summit 2026 seeks to strengthen engagement between policymakers, industry and academia and identify pathways for translating Jammu and Kashmirs potential into investment, innovation, employment and sustainable economic growth.
Changes to Gujarat-Delhi Train Services Ahead of October 10 Protests
Train services between Gujarat and Delhi are altered as a protest is planned for October 10, affecting several trains. Changes to Gujarat-Delhi Train Services Ahead of October 10 Protests
Left parties condemn curbs on Jantar Mantar protest
Srinagar, Oct 9: Five Left parties have condemned the restrictions imposed by Delhi Police ahead of the October 10 mobilisation against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and the functioning of the Election Commission of India (ECI), terming the measures an infringement of citizens fundamental right to peaceful protest. In a joint statement, the Communist Party of India (Marxist), Communist Party of India, CPI (ML)-Liberation, Revolutionary Socialist Party and All India Forward Bloc alleged that the restrictions, including the denial of permission for the proposed demonstration, extensive barricading and prohibitory orders, were aimed at preventing people from participating in the mobilisation. The parties also expressed concern over reports of 57 Metro stations being closed, trains heading to Delhi being cancelled, people being placed under house arrest in different parts of the country and students being detained. They further alleged that offices of student organisations were under surveillance. Describing the measures as an attack on constitutional rights, the parties said the restrictions were also causing inconvenience and harassment to ordinary citizens. They urged the Delhi Police and the Union government to stop intimidating prospective participants and refrain from arbitrary detentions. The Left parties demanded that authorities remove obstacles to the mobilisation and allow people to proceed to Jantar Mantar to participate in the proposed peaceful demonstration.
CM Khandu Attends Release Of Arunachal Trilogy By NITI Aayog In New Delhi
Chief Minister Pema Khandu participated in the release of the three-volume series titled Arunachal: The Sap Runs Perennial, The Wild Green Earth & Ladders to Heaven organised by NITI Aayog in New Delhi on Friday. The event was attended by Governor Lt Gen KT Parnaik, Union Ministers Kiren Rijiju and other dignitaries. Authored by Shiv... The post CM Khandu Attends Release Of Arunachal Trilogy By NITI Aayog In New Delhi first appeared on Northeast Today .
CJP leaders to reach Delhi airport amid govt crackdown
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) is organising a protest in New Delhi, demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over alleged electoral irregularities and the deletion of names from voter rolls. CJP leaders claim activists have been detained and faced restrictions while travelling to the capital for the demonstration.
NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed gratitude to the people for blessing the BJP-NDA in the Assam, West Bengal and Puducherry byelections and said the victory reflects yet again that the people have a deep-rooted connect with the good governance agenda of the alliance. Gratitude to the people for their continuous blessings! [] The post Bypoll wins reflect Peoples connect with BJP-NDA: Modi appeared first on Northlines .
Protesters allege assault in custody, abuse in Tihar after demanding FIR against Delhi Police ACP
Four trains from Jammu cancelled ahead of Oct 10 protests
JAMMU TAWI: The Jammu railway division on Friday announced the cancellation of four key trains heading to the national capital, including the superfast Rajdhani Express, ahead of a planned protest in New Delhi by the CJP against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The cancellations are part of a decision by Northern Railway affecting 48 incoming [] The post Four trains from Jammu cancelled ahead of Oct 10 protests appeared first on Northlines .
NIA charge-sheets 4 accused, including 3 killed Pakistani terrorists
NEW DELHI: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Friday charge-sheeted four accused, including three killed Pakistani terrorists, in connection with a terror attack in Jammu and Kashmirs Kishtwar district in February this year. The chargesheet was filed before a special NIA court in Jammu against arrested accused Maneer Ahmed, son of Mohammad Yousuf Koli, resident [] The post NIA charge-sheets 4 accused, including 3 killed Pakistani terrorists appeared first on Northlines .
MHA to states: Stop CJP protestors from entering Delhi
The Ministry of Home Affairs has instructed all states and Union Territories to coordinate with Delhi Police to prevent Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) supporters from mobilising towards Jantar Mantar for a protest on Saturday, October 10. The MHA cited potential public peace disturbances and the CJP's history of non-compliance, noting that the protest request has been rejected.
Police visit mosques, ask people to avoid going to Jantar Mantar
Holding centres set up in all districts for protesters detained en route; women police personnel from U.P., Haryana called in to handle female demonstrators; shops in C.P., Chandni Chowk, Karol Bagh to remain shut today; schools, colleges go online
Protest buzz grows at JNU; students say travel curbs point to success
Modi Emphasizes Community Engagement at National Women and Child Development Conference
PM Modi highlights the importance of community participation in women and child development at a national conference in New Delhi. Modi Emphasizes Community Engagement at National Women and Child Development Conference
On September 26, nearly a month after the notices were generated on August 31, fewer than one lakh cases had been disposed of. However, the first progress report put out by the Delhi CEO on October 5 showed that more than 10 lakh cases have been verified. The total disposal of cases has since crossed 15 lakh
Op Sindoor proved Air power can deliver decisive victory: IAF Chief
Calls for anticipating technological changes to prepare for future warfare New Delhi, Oct 09: Operation Sindoor and ongoing global conflicts have reinforced the importance of air power in modern warfare, Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal AP Singh said here on Friday. He stressed the need to anticipate technological changes to prepare for [] The post Op Sindoor proved Air power can deliver decisive victory: IAF Chief appeared first on Northlines .
Andrabi condemns assault on Kashmiri youth in Delhi
Srinagar, Oct 9: Chairperson of the Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board, Dr Syed Darakhshan Andrabi, has condemned the alleged assault on Kashmiri youth Fahim Nazir in New Delhi, calling for an impartial investigation and legal action against those found responsible. In a statement, Andrabi said expressing admiration for Prime Minister Narendra Modi was not a crime and that political differences could never justify violence. Fahim Nazir is a son of Kashmir and a son of India. The Prime Minister is the Prime Minister of the entire nation, and being his fan or expressing admiration for him is certainly no crime, she said, adding that such incidents were unacceptable in a democracy. Andrabi said no political affiliation gave anyone the right to take the law into their own hands and urged the authorities to establish the facts surrounding the alleged assault. Today, it is Fahim Nazir; tomorrow, it could be someone else. We cannot remain silent when a young Indian is allegedly assaulted for expressing his views, she said. She called on the authorities to ensure an impartial inquiry and take legal action against anyone found responsible.
Says 7 seats were added in J&K, BJP won 6; same pattern is continuing Jammu Tawi, Oct 9: Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah on Friday alleged that the Election Commission is colluding with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to distort the peoples mandate in Jammu and Kashmir. Talking to reporters in New Delhi, CM Omar [] The post EC-BJP collusion to distort J&K mandate, alleges Omar appeared first on Northlines .
'CJP violated undertaking': Officials justify clampdown
The CJP allegedly violated an undertaking for a June 20 protest on the NEET paper leak, leading the Union Home Ministry and Delhi Police to implement heightened security for its upcoming demonstration at Jantar Mantar on Saturday. Police cited past breaches of conditions, including a 'Sansad Chalo' march on July 20 without permission, as reasons for denying permission for the new protest against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.
Railways cancels key Delhi-bound trains from UP citing traffic concerns
Man Arrested With Marijuana Worth Rs 4.5 Crore At Delhi Airport
An Indian passenger arriving from Bangkok was arrested at the Indira Gandhi International Airport here after Customs officials seized 12.85 kg of suspected ganja worth about Rs 4.5 crore, officials said on Friday.
Partial Relief for Metro Services in Delhi Amid Opposition Protests
Delhi Metro reduces the number of closed stations from 57 to 45 due to upcoming opposition protests, following Supreme Court directives. Partial Relief for Metro Services in Delhi Amid Opposition Protests
Long queues, few seats: What ails this Aadhaar centre in Greater Noida
Lifts snag, trap residents three times in Greater Noida West condo in a week
Noida reviews bird-hit risk and animal management around airport
OBC students have time till Oct 31 to apply for post-matric scholarship
7 who cheated 70 with fake insurance offers held in Ghaziabad
