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IUST receives “Eat Right Campus” certification

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5 months ago

May 4, 2023

Islamic University of Science and Technology(IUST) Awantipora has been awarded the coveted “Eat Right Campuses” certification by the Food Safety department, making it the first university in Kashmir to receive this recognition.

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The “Eat Right Campuses” certification is part of the Eat Right India initiative launched by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) with the aim of promoting healthy eating habits and reducing the burden of lifestyle-related diseases.

By receiving this certification, the university has set a high standard for other educational institutions in the region to follow.

Notably, Pathway Catering Services Private Limited, headed by Director Khawaja Itrat, is the current food service provider for the four hostels students at the University.

In response to the university being awarded the “Eat Right Campuses” certification, Khawaja Itrat said, “We are honored to be a part of the university’s journey towards promoting healthy eating habits among its students. As the food service provider, we will continue to prioritize the nutritional value and hygiene of the meals served on campus.”

“Our team has worked tirelessly to ensure that the meals served on campus meet the highest standards of hygiene and nutrition,” he said.

Students at the university have also expressed their excitement at this development. Aakash one of the students remarked, “It’s great to know that the food we are eating is not only tasty but also good for our health. We appreciate the efforts of the university and the catering company to provide us with nutritious meals.”

Sajad Ahmad another student added, “This certification shows that the university cares about our well-being and is committed to creating a healthy environment for us to learn and grow.”

An official expressed his delight and appreciation, stating, “This is a proud moment for our university. We are thrilled to have received this certification and are grateful to the Food Safety department for recognizing our efforts to provide nutritious meals to our students”.

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“This achievement would not have been possible without the commitment and hard work of our food service provider, Pathway Catering Services Private Limited, led by Director Khawaja Itrat. We will continue to work towards creating a healthy and sustainable food culture on campus,” he said.

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DDC vice chairperson Kupwara visits fire victims in Lolab

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3 hours ago

October 2, 2023

Asian News Hub Webdesk

DDC Vice Chairman Kupwara, Haji Farooq Ahmar Mir, visited fire victims in lolab area of north Kashmir’s Kupwara district.

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He extended his heartfelt support and solidarity to the victims of the fire incident and emphasized his commitment to ensuring that they receive comprehensive assistance and relief in their time of need.

In a heartfelt appeal to the LG administration, he underscored the urgency of additional assistance and resources to expedite the rehabilitation process, highlighting the pressing need to ensure that the victims can rebuild their lives and homes with the necessary aid and support in this challenging period of recovery and reconstruction.

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LG unveils statue of Mahatma Gandhi, Charkha at Civil Secretariat, Srinagar

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4 hours ago

October 2, 2023

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Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today unveiled the statue of Mahatma Gandhi and a Charkha installation, as a mark of tribute to the Father of the Nation on his Jayanti, at Civil Secretariat.

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“Pujya Bapu always believed that the message of Charkha’s circumference is much broader than its tangible circumference. The goal of the Charkha is to serve mankind, to live without hurting others, to create an inseparable bond between the rich and the poor, capital and labour,” the Lt Governor said.

Charkha was used as a significant tool by Bapu in the fight against British Rule. It is a symbol of Swadeshi movement, self-reliance and economic freedom, he said.

Paying tributes to Mahatma Gandhi, the Lt Governor said the ideals of Bapu are for all humanity.

“I hope our officers, inspired by Bapu’s ideas and ideals, will continue to work dedicatedly for the dignity of every citizen in the society, for equality, social justice, and for a developed and self-reliant Jammu Kashmir,” the Lt Governor said.

The Lt Governor reiterated the commitment of the UT Administration to develop the villages as the centre of socio-economic growth and transform the lives of the rural population.

Today, villages in Jammu Kashmir are witnessing unprecedented growth due to the availability of various sources of income. New entrepreneurs are starting their new innings from villages. In terms of basic facilities, the gaps between village and the city are disappearing, the Lt Governor said.

Following the ideals of Pujya Bapu, J&K in 2021-22 had established 21,640 manufacturing and service units in the villages with the help of KVIC, providing employment to more than 1.73 Lakh. In the last Financial Year, more than 10,628 new units had been installed, he added.

The Lt Governor congratulated the Jammu & Kashmir Khadi and Village Industries Board (KVIB) for the installation of the statue of Mahatma Gandhi and Charkha. He also called for collective efforts by all the stakeholders for promotion of Swadeshi products.

There is a need to promote city-based Self Help Groups engaged in Khadi, which has become a new fashion statement for youth, he said.

Dr Hina Shafi Bhat, Vice Chairperson, KVIB; Dr Arun Kumar Mehta, Chief Secretary; Sh R K Goyal, Additional Chief Secretary, Home Department; Dr Mandeep Kumar Bhandari, Principal Secretary to Lt Governor; Administrative Secretaries and senior officers of UT and Police administration also paid their tributes to Mahatma Gandhi.

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Our endeavour is to root out fear from common man’s heart and mind: Spl DG Swain

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4 hours ago

October 2, 2023

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Our fight is against those who promote violence, Challenges before J&K police different than other forces, Our fight is for public

Jammu and Kashmir police’s Special Director General (CID) RR Swain Monday said that police is trying its every bit to root out fear from the common man’s heart and mind while the fight against those who promote violence is purely for the general public.

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Talking to reporters on the side-lines of a mega marathon organised by the J&K police, the special DG (CID) said that J&K is police quietly fighting against the enemy which is “organised” after using the outside support and influence. “To fight some people who promote violence needs an extra bit of valour and that is found within the J&K police. Challenges before J&K police are quite different than what other forces are facing,” he said. “We are fighting this battle quietly, silently for the common man who is sitting in a far off village. Our fight is for a small farmer, a lawyer, a Khateeb and a small journalist or for that matter a common man who respects and abides by the law.”

J&K police had organised a massive marathon in which participants from Kashmir, Jammu and other parts of the country participated. The event coincided with Gandhi Jayanti, the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the nation.

The top police officer said: “Gandhiji always promoted non-violence.”

Swain said: “We will have to make the distinction between peace loving people and those whose ulterior motive is violence. So our fight is against those projecting violence. Our fight is for the general public and our endeavour is to root out the level of fear from common man’s heart and mind,” Swain said. KNO