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| White coats of terror: Police bust doctors-led terror module | | Recover 2900 kg explosives, guns; encrypted links to Pak uncovered in a chilling operation | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Nov 10: In one of the most shocking counter-terror revelations in recent years, the Jammu and Kashmir Police have unearthed a massive terror network allegedly masterminded and operated by doctors working across India.
The transnational module—linked to the banned outfits Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGuH)—was busted after a sweeping, multi-state operation that led to the arrest of eight accused, including three medical professionals and an imam, and the seizure of nearly 2,900 kg of explosives, arms, and encrypted communication devices.
Police officials described the network as a “white-collar terror ecosystem”—a sophisticated operation run under the cover of education, medicine, and charity, aimed at orchestrating large-scale terror attacks across India.
The investigation began on October 19, 2025, after posters bearing the insignia of Jaish-e-Mohammad surfaced across Bunpora, Nowgam (Srinagar), threatening police and security forc... | |
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| Improving lives of people Govt's prime objective : LG Sinha | | Graces annual convocation of IIT Bhilai | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 10: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha graced and addressed the annual convocation of Indian Institute of Technology, Bhilai, Chhattisgarh today.
Speaking on the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor said that young engineers and scientists must focus on providing new solutions to take the industries and the nation forward, convert scientific and technical principles into real tools and ensure India leads in innovation.
"Our prime objective is improving the live... | |
| | | | High-stakes by-elections today: Prestige battle for NC, BJP; PDP eyes revival in Budgam | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Nov 10: The stage is set for two high-stakes byelections in Jammu and Kashmir, where polling in Nagrota (Jammu division) and Budgam (Kashmir division) on Tuesday will test the political pulse of the Union Territory and the strength of its leading parties—the ruling National Conference (NC), the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and the revival-seeking Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Though the contests are confined to just two Assembly segments, their political significance far outweighs their scale. Both elections have become prestige battles for the region’s dominant parties—each viewing the results as a referendum on their leadership, organisational d... | |
| | | | Paid holiday for voters today | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 10: The Jammu and Kashmir government has announced that November 11, 2025 (Tuesday) will be observed as a paid holiday in connection with the bye-elections to Assembly Constituencies 27-Budgam and 77-Nagrota.
The decision has been taken under Section 135B of the Representation of Peoples Act, 1951, as per Government Order No. 1355-JK(GAD) of 2025, issued by the General Administration Department on October 16, 2025.
According to the order, the poll day will be treated as a paid holiday for all persons employed in any business, trade, industrial undertaking, or other establishments who are entitled to vote in these constituencies. No deduction or abatement o... | |
| | | | Former Police officer gets 3-year jail for forging DOB | | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, Nov 10: A court here has sentenced a former police officer to three years’ imprisonment for forging his date of birth to extend service, officials said on Monday.
The Court of City Judge, Srinagar also imposed a fine of Rs 5,000 on former Sub-Inspector Jagdesh Singh, a resident of Atina, Budgam.
In case of default in payment of fine, the convict shall undergo an additional six months of imprisonment. All sentences shall run concurrently, the officials added.
The Economic Offences Wing of Crime Branch Kashmir said the case stemmed from a communication received from the Police Headquarters (PHQ) J-K, indicating that the accused had altered his year of birth ... | |
| | | | HC quashes charges against town planner | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Nov 10: In a significant relief to a senior officer of Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC), the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh at Jammu has quashed the corruption charges framed against Farzana Ara Naqashbandi, former Senior Town Planner, observing that the prosecution and trial court adopted a “mechanical and legally unsustainable approach” while framing charges.
Justice Rajesh Sekhri, while pronouncing judgment in a petition filed under Section 482 CrPC, held that the material collected by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) did not disclose any prima facie case of criminal
misconduct or conspiracy against the petitioner, who had merely forwarded a b... | |
| | | | Ex-LBA chief alleges Buddhist under-representation in talks with MHA | | Fresh controversy in Ladakh dialogue | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Nov 10: A fresh controversy has erupted in Ladakh following allegations of under-representation of Buddhists in the recently resumed dialogue between local agitating groups and the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
Former President of the Ladakh Buddhist Association (LBA), Dr. Tondup Tsewang Chhospa, has written to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, expressing serious concern over what he termed an “imbalance in the composition of Ladakhi representatives” taking part in the talks on the region’s key demands.
In his letter, Dr. Chhospa stated that most representatives from the Apex Body, Leh, and the Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA)—currently engaged in discussions w... | |
| | | | Women Reservation Act 2023: SC seeks Centre’s reply on plea for implementation | | | | NEW DELHI, Nov 10:
The Supreme Court on Monday sought the response of the Centre to examine a plea seeking implementation of the 2023 Nari Shakti Vandan Act which reserves one-third seats for women in the Lok Sabha and the state assemblies.
A bench of Justices B V Nagarathna and R Mahadevan issued notice to the Centre while observing that women were the largest minority in the country.
“Our Preamble to the Constitution of India says all citizens are entitled to political and social equality. Who is the largest minority in this country? It is the women. It’s almost 48 per cent. This is about the political equality of women,” Justice Nagarathna said.
Appearing for petitioner Jaya Thak... | |
| | | | PM Modi to visit Bhutan today | | | | New Delhi, Nov 10:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit the Kingdom of Bhutan for a state visit on November 11-12.
This high-profile visit continues the rich tradition of regular, high-level exchanges that define the unique and exemplary partnership between India and Bhutan. It is a moment to not only celebrate this enduring friendship but also to chart a new course for shared progress.
A central event of the visit will be the joint inauguration of the massive 1,020-MW Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project alongside His Majesty The King, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck. This flagship project, a testament to the robust India-Bhutan energy cooperation, will boost Bhutan’s power ... | |
| | | | Anantnag Police continue raids against anti-national elements | | | | Early Times Report
Anantnag, Nov 10: In continuation of its intensified efforts to maintain peace and strengthen the security grid across the district, Anantnag Police today carried out Cordon and Search Operations (CASOs) at various suspected locations in Anantnag.
In a statement, The operations were part of the ongoing crackdown against anti-national elements and terror associates linked with J&K-based JKNOP networks and UAPA-accused persons. The objective of these operations was to trace and identify individuals involved in subversive activities, monitor suspicious movements, and ensure public safety and order.
During the exercise, Anantnag Police teams, in close coordination with s... | |
| | | | Minimum temperature dips across Kashmir | | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, Nov 10: Srinagar city experienced the first sub-zero night of the season as the minimum temperature at most places of Kashmir plummeted below the freezing point,
officials said on Monday.
The city recorded a minimum of minus 0.1 degrees Celsius on Sunday night, Meteorological Department officials here said.
They said it was the first sub-zero as well as the coldest night of the season so far.
The night temperature in Srinagar was two degrees below normal for the season.
Except for Kokernag, in south Kashmir, which recorded a minimum of 1.4 degrees Celsius, all other weather stations across the valley recorded sub-zero night temperature, the MeT official... | |
| | | | BSF porter dies | | | | Early Times Report
Poonch, Nov 10: A porter associated with the Border Security Force (BSF) 153 Battalion died after reportedly falling from a height at Chamber Kanari (Baran) area in Poonch district on Monday.
Officals said that the deceased has been identified as Musthaq Ahmed, (32) a resident of Sawjian.
They said that the porter slipped and fell while performing his duties, leading to his death on the spot.
Meanwhile Police have taken cognizance of the incident, and further proceedings have been initiated. ... | |
| | | | Man set ablaze, hospitalised | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Nov 10: Panic gripped the Kotli Mian Fateh area near Bishnah Ring Road on Monday morning after a 55-year-old man was found burning under mysterious circumstances.
Officials said the victim, identified as Puran Chand, son of Dev Raj and
resident of Ward Number 2, Devi Dawara Mandir, R S Pura, was spotted engulfed in flames by some locals, who informed the police.
Accordingly, they said, a team from Police Station Miran Sahib, led by the SHO concerned, rushed to the scene, helped locals douse the fire, and shifted the injured man to GMC Jammu in critical condition.
Later, a a Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) team collected evidence from the spot, while polic... | |
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