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Influencer dies after targeted Miramar shooting Representational image SRINAGAR/JAMMU: J&K police searched Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan’s office in Jammu and a publisher’s office in Noida as investigators widened Monday a probe into two books allegedly carrying separatist and anti-national content that were supplied to govt school libraries, sharpening a political row over lapses in scrutiny while triggering a debate over censorship.Counter-intelligence teams questioned Samagra Shiksha director and other officials at Channi Himmat on Jammu’s outskirts, while another team searched a publisher’s office in Noida. Police made no arrests and issued no official statement.Officials said searches were aimed at finding how the two books reached school libraries before content scrutiny was completed.According to an education official, four sub-committees of academicians and experts were set up to select books after library grants were received under Centre’s Samagra Shiksha scheme. They shortlisted 463 titles submitted by 364 publishers.Department scrutiny later flagged “highly inappropriate content” in “Personalities and Legends of J&K” by Hilal Ahmad and Santosh Meena, published by Jammu-based Oberoi Book Service, and “Great Personalities of Jammu and Kashmir” by Sushant Giri, published by New Delhi-based Anurag Prakashan.By then, 123 copies of the first book had reached schools in Jammu, Ramban and Udhampur, while 128 copies of the second had been supplied to schools in Jammu and Baramulla before both were withdrawn.LG Manoj Sinha’s administration withdrew both books from school libraries on July 4, suspended eight school education officials and ordered a high-level inquiry. CID registered an FIR under various sections of BNS and UAPA.BJP, Congress and other parties flagged alleged lapses. J&K Peoples’ Forum alleged “Personalities and Legends…” used terms such as “India-occupied Kashmir” and described banned JKLF founder Maqbool Bhat as “Shaheed-e-Azam”. Bhat was hanged in Tihar jail on Feb 11, 1984, after conviction for killing a CID inspector.Pushing back against calls for censorship, Kashmir’s chief cleric and Hurriyat Conference chairperson Mirwaiz Umar Farooq said banning books, ideas or organisations “doesn’t work”.“Kashmiris are proud of their civilizational legacy… You cannot ban everything written before 2019,” he said Monday. “I don’t think banning books works. If you ban books, what kind of message are you giving to society?”On Aug 5 last year, sixth anniversary of Article 370’s abrogation, J&K home department banned publication and circulation of 25 books, saying they promoted a “false narrative” and “secessionism” in the Union territory.Get the latest India news and live updates. 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The suspected unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) lingered briefly in the Indian airspace before returning towards Pakistan, official sources said.Security forces cordoned off the area and initiated a search operation at dawn to check whether the UAV had dropped any payloads (narcotics or weapons), but did not find anything suspicious, official sources said.On June 8, Army personnel had opened fire upon spotting a Pak drone over forward posts along the LoC in Balakote area of Poonch’s Mendhar sector, forcing the UAV to return towards Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.Get the latest India news and live updates. 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(PTI Photo) SRINAGAR: The National Conference (NC) on Monday announced that its MLAs and MPs will stage a protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on July 20, the first day of Monsoon Session of Parliament, to press for the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s statehood.J&K’s deputy CM Surinder Choudhary said that ahead of the protest, his party NC will organize public rallies in Srinagar on July 11 and in Jammu on July 12. “CM Omar Abdullah will address these rallies and will argue for restoration of statehood,” he said.Choudhary said PM Narendra Modi and Union home minister Amit Shah had assured the people of J&K that statehood would be restored after the state Assembly polls. He said despite the formation of the elected government 18 months ago, the promise remained unfulfilled.“The absence of statehood is affecting employment generation and development funding. Jammu and Kashmir’s expenditure and administrative responsibilities remained comparable to those of a state, but its financial allocation is at par with that of a union territory. It is being treated at par with Ladakh UT,” he said.Choudhary said all political parties committed to the interests of the people of Jammu and Kashmir should join the NC on July 20.J&K lost its statehood on Aug 5, 2019, when Centre abrogated Article 370, revoked the region’s special constitutional status and bifurcated the former state into two UTs, J&K and Ladakh. Since then, parties across Kashmir’s political spectrum, including NC and PDP, have repeatedly demanded restoration of statehood. Centre had publicly committed to restoring statehood at an appropriate stage but given no timeline.On June 3, NC announced a one-day protest at Jantar Mantar on the issue. Later, on June 11, Omar met the prime minister in New Delhi raising the issue of statehood with him.But after the meeting, Omar said there has been no change in his plan to hold a protest in New Delhi. “Commitments have been made in the Supreme Court, Parliament and at various public functions to restore statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. To remind the Centre of these commitments, we will go to Delhi and put forward our views at Jantar Mantar,” the CM had said.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosRam Mandir Trust Meeting: Champat Rai’s Resignation Accepted, Donated Items Put On DisplayPM Modi Praises BJP Chief Nitin Nabin After Kejriwal’s ‘Who Are You’ Remark | WatchBaruipur Rape Horror: Mamata Leads Protest, CM Suvendu Vows to Ensure Death PenaltyRam Mandir Trust Chief Demands Strict Action As Donation Probe Intensifies FurtherIran Terms India’s Attendance At Khamenei Funeral ‘Deeply Valued Gesture’, Sends Formal GratitudeWedding, Car, Cash Gifts: Ram Temple Donation ‘Theft’ Accused’s Rs 19 Lakh Spending TrailMajor Landslide Hits Mumbai-Pune’s ‘Missing Link’; Flooding And Diversions Trigger Long Traffic JamsCongress Vows Fierce Fight Against Bill To Remove Ministers After 30 Days In CustodyAAP MP Sanjay Singh Targets VHP Chief Over Ram Mandir Probe, Demands Wider InvestigationGymkhana Club Challenges Eviction Notice, Delhi High Court Issues Notice To Centre | Watch123PhotostoriesFrom the nightingale to the canary: 5 birds with the world’s most beautiful songs6 pet fish that can live for several years with proper care: Long-living aquarium fish perfect for beginners and experienced owners8 everyday habits that kids raised in the ’60s, ’70s, and ’80s rarely needed reminders for and what today’s parents can learn from them10 weird fruit trees you won’t believe actually existKangana Ranaut’s blue Leheriya saree is the bold airport fashion statement of the seasonCopperhead vs Water snake: 6 easy ways to tell the difference quickly7 summer potato salads that are filling, nutritious and finger-licking deliciousJEE Advanced AIR 2 Kabir Chhillar shares 5 smart prediction tips that worked for himThe biggest mistake people make in the gym? 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He is presently serving in the cadre as DG, Prisons.Other appointments announced in the Central police organisations include that of Amit Garg, IPS (Andhra Pradesh: 1993), as director, National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB). He shall move from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy (SVPNPA), where he is serving as director. Sujeet Pandey, IPS (UP: 1994) will replace him in SVPNPA. Mittal, who will head BPRD till June 2029 or till his next posting, has in the past served in the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and led investigations into key terror cases. He also held several posts in Haryana police, as ADG, CID; DG, Prisons; and managing director, Haryana Police Housing Corporation. He joins BPRD at a time when it is overseeing smooth implementation of the three criminal laws across all the states and Union territories. Garg, who will replace incumbent Alok Ranjan, will serve as NCRB chief till his retirement on Oct 31, 2027 or until further orders, whichever is earlier. Pandey’s term in SVPNPA will also continue till his superannuation on July 31, 2028.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorBharti JainBharti Jain is senior editor with The Times of India, New Delhi. She has been writing on security matters since 1996. Having covered the Union home ministry, security agencies, Election Commission and the ‘prime’ political beat, the Congress, for The Economic Times all these years, she moved to TOI in August 2012. Her repertoire of news stories delves into the whole gamut of issues related to terrorism and internal strife, besides probing strategic affairs in India’s neighbourhood.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosRam Mandir Trust Meeting: Champat Rai’s Resignation Accepted, Donated Items Put On DisplayPM Modi Praises BJP Chief Nitin Nabin After Kejriwal’s ‘Who Are You’ Remark | WatchBaruipur Rape Horror: Mamata Leads Protest, CM Suvendu Vows to Ensure Death PenaltyRam Mandir Trust Chief Demands Strict Action As Donation Probe Intensifies FurtherIran Terms India’s Attendance At Khamenei Funeral ‘Deeply Valued Gesture’, Sends Formal GratitudeWedding, Car, Cash Gifts: Ram Temple Donation ‘Theft’ Accused’s Rs 19 Lakh Spending TrailMajor Landslide Hits Mumbai-Pune’s ‘Missing Link’; Flooding And Diversions Trigger Long Traffic JamsCongress Vows Fierce Fight Against Bill To Remove Ministers After 30 Days In CustodyAAP MP Sanjay Singh Targets VHP Chief Over Ram Mandir Probe, Demands Wider InvestigationGymkhana Club Challenges Eviction Notice, Delhi High Court Issues Notice To Centre | Watch123Photostories6 pet fish that can live for several years with proper care: Long-living aquarium fish perfect for beginners and experienced owners8 everyday habits that kids raised in the ’60s, ’70s, and ’80s rarely needed reminders for and what today’s parents can learn from them10 weird fruit trees you won’t believe actually existKangana Ranaut’s blue Leheriya saree is the bold airport fashion statement of the seasonCopperhead vs Water snake: 6 easy ways to tell the difference quickly7 summer potato salads that are filling, nutritious and finger-licking deliciousJEE Advanced AIR 2 Kabir Chhillar shares 5 smart prediction tips that worked for himThe biggest mistake people make in the gym? 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Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosRam Mandir Trust Meeting: Champat Rai’s Resignation Accepted, Donated Items Put On DisplayPM Modi Praises BJP Chief Nitin Nabin After Kejriwal’s ‘Who Are You’ Remark | WatchBaruipur Rape Horror: Mamata Leads Protest, CM Suvendu Vows to Ensure Death PenaltyRam Mandir Trust Chief Demands Strict Action As Donation Probe Intensifies FurtherIran Terms India’s Attendance At Khamenei Funeral ‘Deeply Valued Gesture’, Sends Formal GratitudeWedding, Car, Cash Gifts: Ram Temple Donation ‘Theft’ Accused’s Rs 19 Lakh Spending TrailMajor Landslide Hits Mumbai-Pune’s ‘Missing Link’; Flooding And Diversions Trigger Long Traffic JamsCongress Vows Fierce Fight Against Bill To Remove Ministers After 30 Days In CustodyAAP MP Sanjay Singh Targets VHP Chief Over Ram Mandir Probe, Demands Wider InvestigationGymkhana Club Challenges Eviction Notice, Delhi High Court Issues Notice To Centre | Watch123Photostories8 everyday habits that kids raised in the ’60s, ’70s, and ’80s rarely needed reminders for and what today’s parents can learn from them10 weird fruit trees you won’t believe actually existKangana Ranaut’s blue Leheriya saree is the bold airport fashion statement of the seasonCopperhead vs Water snake: 6 easy ways to tell the difference quickly7 summer potato salads that are filling, nutritious and finger-licking deliciousJEE Advanced AIR 2 Kabir Chhillar shares 5 smart prediction tips that worked for himThe biggest mistake people make in the gym? 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