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| LG Sinha sacks 2 more terror-friendly employees, tally reaches 91 | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Apr 8: Intensifying its crackdown on the terror ecosystem within the administration, the Jammu and Kashmir government on Wednesday terminated two more employees over their alleged links with terror outfits, taking the total number of such dismissals to 91 since April 2021.
The action was ordered by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha under Article 311 of the Constitution, which empowers the government to dismiss employees in the interest of state security.
Officials identified the terminated employees as Farhat Ali Khanday, a Class-IV employee in the Education Department from Ramban, and Mohammad Shafi Dar, a Class-IV employee in the Rural Development Department from Bandipora.
According to official sources, Khanday was allegedly working for Hizbul Mujahideen and had been using his government position as a cover to revive terroirist activities and build networks in Ramban and adjoining areas. He first came under the radar of security agencies in 2011 durin... | |
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| Appointed on compassionate grounds, Shafi Dar repaid State with betrayal by joining LeT module | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Apr 7: One of the two Jammu and Kashmir government employees dismissed for alleged links with a proscribed terrorist organisation had been appointed on compassionate grounds following the death of his father — a fact that has drawn sharp attention to what officials are calling a brazen act of betrayal.
Mohammad Shafi Dar, a resident of Banyari, Shakri, Hajin in Bandipora district, is one of two government employees sacked by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday over their alleged associations with terrorist outfits operating in the Valley.
Dar had been granted employment by the J&K government under the compassionate appointment scheme after his father,... | |
| | | | Collective action key to social transformation: CM | | Addresses 3-day divisional level awareness programme of School Education at Jammu | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 8: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today underscored the need for a collective responsibility in addressing key social challenges, stating that while several responsibilities lie with the government, many others must be shared by society as a whole.
He made these remarks while launching a three-day divisional-level awareness programme organised by the School Education Department at the Convention Centre here.
Addressing a large gathering of students and stakeholders, the Chief Minister drew a clear distinction between responsibilities that fall solely within the domain of the government, such as building roads, bridges and hospitals, and those that require ac... | |
| | | | Implement reforms aimed at bolstering academic excellence, student welfare: LG Sinha | | Chairs 2nd university council meeting of Cluster University Srinagar | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Apr 8: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Wednesday chaired the 2nd meeting of the University Council of the Cluster University of Srinagar at Lok Bhavan, Jammu.
The meeting was attended by Prof. Mohammad Mobin, Vice Chancellor Cluster University Srinagar; Prof. Umesh Rai, Vice Chancellor, University of Jammu; Prof. K.S Chandrasekhar, Vice Chancellor, Cluster University Jammu; Shailendra Kumar, Additional Chief Secretary, Finance Department; Dr Mandeep K. Bhan... | |
| | | | PM Mudra Yojana has redefined access to credit by empowering millions: Modi | | | | Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Apr 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said the PM Mudra Yojana has strengthened the spirit of enterprise across India by removing barriers and trusting the aspirations of the people.
On 11 years of the PM Mudra Yojana, Modi said the scheme has redefined access to credit by empowering millions with the confidence to dream and the means to fulfil it.
“By removing barriers and trusting the aspirations of our people, it has strengthened the spirit of enterprise across India,” the prime minister said on X.
PM Mudra Yojana reflects an economic ethos where opportunities are accessible, initiatives are encouraged and every dream is given the support to... | |
| | | | DGP Prabhat’s strategy to establish TOBs on high ridges, mid contours proves decisive | | Counter Terror Operations in Jammu | | |
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Srinagar, Apr 8: For the first time in the history of Jammu and Kashmir Police, a three-digit number of brave personnel were given out of turn promotions and cash reward besides absorption of SPOs, for their exemplary contribution to CT Ops in Jammu Zone.
A top official said, “Between 2021 and 2023, Jammu region witnessed resurgence of terrorist activities, with outfits such as LeT and Jaish-e-Mohammed succeeding to re-establish their presence in the mountainous areas of the Jammu Zone.”
“To combat the challenge and reverse the tide of terrorism, DGP Nalin Prabhat decided to establish TOB (Temporary-Ops Bases) on high ridges and mid contours. Specialised training w... | |
| | | | CAG flags delay in finalisation of accounts of various PSUs, autonomous bodies | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Apr 8: The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has flagged a massive backlog in the finalisation of accounts of Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) and autonomous bodies in Jammu and Kashmir, with large number of accounts remaining in arrears as on March 31, 2024. The CAG urged the UT government to ensure strict adherence to timelines for preparation and submission of accounts to strengthen financial discipline, transparency and governance. The audit panel warned that the persistent backlog undermines transparency and legislative oversight, and recommended that the government ensure companies, corporations and autonomous bodies submit their annual accounts wit... | |
| | | | IED defused in Shopian | | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Apr 8: Security forces on Wednesday detected and defused a powerful improvised explosive device (IED) planted by terrorists on a road in South Kashmir’s Shopian district, an Army official said.
He said a tragedy was averted as the IED was “apparently meant to target security forces’ vehicles”.
The device was found along the Zainapora-Chitargam road early this morning during routine sanitisation operations, the official said.
He said the object was found to be a powerful IED during examination. A bomb disposal squad was called to the site and the IED was neutralized.... | |
| | | | Oil prices sink, US stock futures jump | | Ceasefire Impact | | | NEW YORK, Apr 8:
Oil prices plunged below USD 100 a barrel and Asia markets and US stock futures jumped after the US and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire that includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 rose 4.8% and South Korea’s Kospi gained 5.6%. Futures for the S&P 500 advanced 2.3% as of 9:30 pm EDT, while Dow futures rose 2%.
Futures for US crude oil sank 14.3% to $96.83 a barrel and Brent crude oil, the international standard, dropped 13.3% to $94.74. Oil prices had spiked because the war snarled the production and transportation of crude in the Persian Gulf. Much of that oil exits the gulf through the Strait of Hormuz to reach customers arou... | |
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