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Amritsar, April 22

Col Surinder Singh Ghuman’s (retd) is a classic case of how travel agencies, in connivance with bank authorities, defraud vulnerable youths aspiring to go abroad in search of greener pastures.Ghuman’s elder sister’s fixed deposit details were fraudulently attached with documents of a youth seeking admission in an Australian university. The youth belonged to the Majitha township in Amritsar. The travel agency preparing his documents for his admission in the Australian university is also located here.In the documents, the youth posed as the grandson of Kudeep Kaur, said Ghuman. He currently resides in Mohali. Kuldeep is his elder sister. The fraud came to light when the bank authorities sought clarification from Ghuman. His elderly sister had never married and officials of the Oriental Bank of Commerce at Mohali knew about this.Alarmed at this, he immediately approached the bank authorities and sought action against the culprits. Perturbed over the “indifferent” attitude of the bank authorities, he made efforts and zeroed in on an aspiring student, Arshdeep Singh, and the travel agency involved in the alleged scam. He then approached the Amritsar rural police. The student belonged to Majitha, falling under the rural police. After a couple of months, the case has transferred to the city police because the travel agency, OECC, was in the Ranjit Avenue area. Finally following an inquiry conducted by the Economic Offence wing, the Civil Lines police registered a fraud case in this regard on December 12, 2015. The inquiry nominated two persons, including a loan officer of the bank at Jalandhar, identified as Lal Chand, and Kulwinder Singh, an employee of the travelling agency, was booked. The inquiry pointed out that Kulwinder connived with Lal Chand. They kept the student and the manager of the travel agency in dark before attaching documents of Kuldeep Kaur with the file of Arshdeep Singh.Assistant Commissioner of Police BK Singla, who is investigating the case, said the probe was under progress while the police had already registered a case in this regard.

New Delhi, April 22India today reiterated that the dialogue process with Pakistan had not been suspended, as was made out of the remarks by Pakistan High Commissioner to India Abdul Basit, but did not indicate of any progress or possible timeline for a formal exchange.Responding to a question on the issue, External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Vikas Swarup said that after the Pathankot attack, investigation of the incident became the focus, but other aspects too were under discussion. “The dialogue process has not been suspended…rest is a matter of detail…dialogue has never been suspended”.Basit’s remarks on suspension of dialogue earlier led to speculation over the nature of engagement and whether New Delhi and Islamabad were speaking in different voices. The Pakistan Foreign Office said door for negotiations with India was still open. — TNS

Sushma talks tough with China on the need to curb global menance

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj with Chinese and Russian counterparts Wang Yi (L) and Sergei Lavrov, respectively, at RIC Summit in Moscow on Monday. REUTERS

Moscow, April 18

Seeking strong global action against terror networks, India today warned the international community that if it continues to adopt “double standards” in dealing with the menace there will be “serious consequences”.In her address at the Foreign Ministers meeting of RIC (Russia-India-China), External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj said the grouping must lead the world in fighting terrorism.“India believes that the foremost challenge to international security continues to be posed by international terrorism. The RIC countries must lead the way in getting the international community together to counter terrorism through joint action, including at the UN,” Swaraj said.“We must not fail in this regard. If we continue to adopt double standards in dealing with terrorism it will have serious consequences not just for our own countries, but the international community as a whole,” she said.Her remarks come in the backdrop of China stopping UN sanctions committee from designating JeM chief Masood Azhar as terrorist, maintaining that the case “did not meet the requirements” of the Security Council.Talking about the UN Security Council reform, she said a greater urgency was required on the issue and sought support of Russia and China.“Let me also touch upon the issue of reform of UN Security Council, on which there has been some positive movement with a text being put for the first time on the table for inter-governmental negotiations. However, we need greater urgency on this issue. I seek the support of my Chinese and Russian colleagues for taking the IGN process forward,” she said.The External Affairs Minister said the slowdown of the global economy had created its own set of issues for economies of all three countries and they must join hands in spurring growth.“As three large, emerging economies, we share similar approaches and could benefit from coordinating our positions,” Swaraj said.On BRICS, Swaraj said it was an important framework to boost economic growth. “We look forward to active participation of all members in the meetings of BRICS during our presidency this year. We hope to have a successful BRICS Summit in Goa in October,” Swaraj said.“Let me end by re-emphasising the importance of RIC for consultations on regional and global issues of common concern. I look forward to our consultations today,” she said.Swaraj said RIC provided a good opportunity to three countries to exchange views on how to jointly contribute to international peace, security and development. — PTI 

Azhar issue raised

• New Delhi: Sushma Swaraj on Monday raised with China the issue of it blocking India’s move at the UN to get Jaish-e-Mohammed chief and Pathankot terror attacks mastermind Masood Azhar designated as an international terrorist. Swaraj met her Chinese counterpart Wang Yi on the sidelines of the RIC Summit in Moscow. In Beijing, Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar also conveyed India’s reservations to the Chinese leaders over its stand on Azhar. “We expressed what happened in the UN is not in the right direction and they have to take a common line on terrorism,” he said. tns & agencies

The Pooja Thread tied on wrist of Maj Gen vinod kumar

and Ms Arti Kumar looks on

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THE STORES WILL EMPLOY CHILDREN OF ESM,WIDOWS,DEPENDENTS AND ESM WILL WORK THEM SELF IN STORES. ALL WILL BE CENTRALLY CONTROLLED AND  AND FURNISHED, WILL HAVE SAME PRICE OF ITEMS, BELOW MRP RATES.

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WE ALL SALUTE HIM FOR THE SAME

I WAS a Lieutenant posted in a unit commanded by Major Gill. Upon receiving communication that the Sector Commander, Brigadier Gill, along with his wife and a grownup daughter, would be transiting through our unit, I was called by Major Gill; an earthy Jat who eyed those who conversed in English with disdain. He spoke in Punjabi only. Even with South Indian troops. His culinary knowledge went no further than makki di roti and sarson da saag. Both of us were bachelors.“Kaka jo mein kai reyaan palle ban lae (Listen carefully, son).” He gave me the itinerary of the Commander in chaste Punjabi. He told me that the Brigadier would arrive in the evening, stay the night in our guestroom and leave for the Sector HQ early the following next day. We were to host the Commander and his family for dinner. Our ‘special’ cook was on leave. Major Gill left the arrangements to my devices. With a look of contempt he said in Punjabi that he had heard the Gills were anglicised in their ways. He kept muttering under his breath before he dug into the file before him.  I saluted and left his office wondering how two Gills could be so much unalike.Army men are supposedly ‘Jacks of all trades’ and can make a meal out of anything. When in search of food in an adverse situation, beyond raiding the enemy or living off the land, the Army never thought it necessary to include cooking in the training manuals. A ‘propah’ dinner had to be laid out. While taking stock of the CSD, I came across a box containing a pressure cooker. The box had been partly eaten by rats and a recipe book was peeping out. Here was the solution. The recipe book was called for and a menu was chalked out. Cooking is not rocket science, I realised. The instructions were carefully followed by langar (jawans kitchen) cooks under my supervision. The meal began to take shape. There was no recipe for a pudding and no formal meal is complete without one. Improvisation was resorted to, at which the Army is adept. In mountains, we were entitled to dry fruit as ration. There were more nuts and raisin than custard in the dish that was put together.The Gills were received with the customary military fanfare. Brigadier and Mrs Gill made a handsome couple. Their daughter was a charming young lady and an absolute darling to look at. The dinner went off well. It was the pudding which stole the show. The young lady asked what it was called. Major Gill’s heart sank. He looked at me. Without batting an eyelid I said, ‘Darling pudding’.A week later, the unit received a telephonic message from the Sector HQ. Attach your Officers Mess ‘special’ cook with the Sector HQ for 14 days for the training of Sector HQ mess cooks. Major Gill called me and said “hor lai pange”.

Pervin Malhotra

Q.After I missed the NDA deadline, I joined an engineering college instead after Class XII. I am currently pursuing BTech (Civil). However, I am still very keen to join the Indian Army, if it’s still possible. Please tell me how I can do so.

— ujagar singh bisht

A.Sure, it certainly is possible! And it’s so wonderful to hear you say that joining the army is your first career choice.One of the finest fighting forces in the world, the Indian Army gives you opportunities for continuous professional growth at every step. Where else will you get such an opportunity to constantly upgrade your skills?And, there are specific entry routes for engineering students like you who wish to join the Army:

• University Entry Scheme (Permanent Commission)

Eligibility: Pre-final / final year Engineering studentsAge: 19 – 25 yearsSelection: WSSB Interview, Medical ExamNotification for the UES usually appears in May every year.Upon selection, you’ll undergo training at the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun.

• Technical Graduate Entry Scheme (Permanent Commission)

Eligibility: Final year Engineering students / Graduate EngineersAge: 20 – 27 yearsSelection: Group Tests; Psychological Tests; Interview; Medical Exam.Recruitment through TGES is conducted twice a year with the notifications appearing in April and October.Upon selection, you’ll undergo one year of training at the Indian Military Academy (IMA), Dehradun.

• Short Service Commission (Technical) Men / Women

Eligibility: Graduate Engineers in notified disciplinesAge: 20 – 27 years

Selection: Direct SSB interview

Recruitment for SSC (Technical) is done twice a year with the notifications appearing in January and July.Upon selection, you’ll be sent for 49-weeks of training at the Officer Training Academy (OTA), Chennai.You’ll find a wealth of details on: joinindianarmy.nic.in

Engine driver in Railways

Q.I am a diploma holder in mechanical engineering. Can you please tell me how I can become an engine driver in the railways?

— mahinder paliwal

A.Engine drivers are now called Loco Pilots. So, you can apply for the post of Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) and work alongside the Loco Pilot to ensure the safe and punctual running of trains in the Indian Railways.Besides assisting the Loco Pilot in driving the train, you’ll also watch out for signals, carry out minor repairs and perform regular safety checks.The job requires you to remain alert and focussed for long stretches of time. Presence of mind is essential to this job.As far as the eligibility is concerned, you’ll be glad to know that you have what it takes. The minimum academic qualification is matriculation (passed class 10) plus an ITI Diploma (recognised by AICTE) in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics or Automobile Engineering.The selection process comprises a written exam followed by an interview, aptitude test and a medical test.The 90-minute test consists of 120 multiple-choice questions ranging in topics from General English/Hindi, Basic Arithmetic, and General Knowledge as well as some subject-specific questions based on the specified minimum qualifications.Your next promotion will be to the level Sr Assistant Loco Pilot and thereafter, Loco Pilot. Loco Pilots can further go on to become Loco Foremen (Loco Supervisors), Power Controllers or Crew Controllers.It may perhaps surprise you to know that our Indian Railways happens to be the country’s biggest recruiter (over 14 lakh people are employed presently). And with our swiftly proliferating railway network, IR is expected to emerge as the world’s largest within the coming decade.Recruitment for the post of ALP as well as several other posts in the Indian Railways is done each year by the Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs). These 21 RRBs spread across the country have clearly defined Railway Zones, Divisions, Production Units, etc. for which they select candidates.Do make sure you keep out an eye for the recruitment notices that are issued in the leading newspapers including the Employment News as well as this paper.

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