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| ‘Aftershocks’ will be felt till 2029: Omar terms Bengal, Tamil Nadu results as “political earthquakes” | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, May 4: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday termed the unfolding results of the five-state Assembly elections as a watershed political moment, highlighting dramatic trends emerging from across the country, particularly in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu.
As counting progressed in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Kerala and Puducherry, early trends pointed to a decisive churn in voter preferences, with incumbents facing stiff challenges and new political forces making significant gains. Abdullah, reacting to these developments, said such elections demand “sane and sensible interpretation,” recalling the analytical legacy of veteran psephologist Prannoy Roy. He note... | |
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| BJP makes history in Bengal, poised to retain Assam | | Vijay rewrites script in Tamil Nadu, UDF set to win Keralam | | | Early Times Report
New Delhi, May 4: The results and trends of assembly polls on Monday signalled some tectonic political changes with the BJP on course to form its first government in West Bengal and actor-turned politician Vijay writing a new script in Tamil Nadu.
BJP-led NDA is on course to a sweeping victory in Assam as is Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) in Keralam, and NR Congress-led alliance in Puducherry.
BJP’s expected victory in West Bengal will mark a significant moment for the party as it had been for long a marginal player in the state dominated for years by the Congress, Left parties and later Trinamool Congress. It is also the home state of the BJP’s ideolo... | |
| | | | ‘Victory for PM Modi’ | | |  Early Times Report
KOLKATA, May 4: Exuding confidence about forming the next government in West Bengal, BJP leaders on Monday said people of the state have voted for change and in favour of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
The BJP was leading in 171 seats against the TMC’s 83 as counting progressed for 293 assembly segments, signalling a political shift in the state.
Leader of the Opposition Suvendu Adhikari asserted that the BJP will form the next government in the state.
Adhikari is se... | |
| | | | LG chairs 7th J&K UT Wildlife Board Meeting | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, May 4: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday chaired the 7th meeting of the Wildlife Board for the Union Territory of J&K, at Lok Bhavan, Srinagar. The meeting was attended by Javed Ahmed Rana, Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment, and Tribal Affairs Departments; Dr. Devinder Kumar Manyal and Mian Mehar Ali, Members of the Legislative Assembly; Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; Dr. Mandeep K. Bhandari, Principal Secretary to Lieutenant Governor;... | |
| | | | Inspire youth to shun drugs, embrace sports: LG Sinha to athletes | | All India Inter-University Wushu Championship | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, May 4: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Monday called upon the Athletes to act as the Ambassadors of Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyaan and inspire the youth to shun drugs and embrace sports. The Lieutenant Governor was speaking at the inaugural ceremony of All India Inter-University Wushu Championship at University of Kashmir.
In his address, the Lieutenant Governor reiterated that the Administration is committed to building a robust sporting culture across Higher Educational Institutions, ensuring equal opportunities for every student to lead an active and healthy lifestyle.
The Lieutenant Governor said that the All-India Inter-University Wushu Ch... | |
| | | | Darbar Move offices reopen in Srinagar; CM chairs meeting | | Sets governance agenda for crucial six-months | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, May 4: On the first day of the reopening of the Civil Secretariat in Srinagar after Darbar Move, marking the first full return to the summer capital in several years, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired a high-level meeting to outline the governance roadmap for the next six months.
The meeting, held at the Civil Secretariat, was attended by Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary, Ministers Sakina Itoo, Javed Rana, Javid Ahmad Dar and Satish Sharm... | |
| | | | Receives warm reception | | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, May 4: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah received a warm reception at the Civil Secretariat Srinagar today as offices reopened in the summer capital. He was accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour on the occasion.
The Darbar Move, which was resumed last year in Jammu, marks the restoration of a key governance tradition in Jammu and Kashmir, with the Civil Secretariat shifting in full to the summer capital after several years.
On his arrival, the Chief Minister inspected the parade and received his first Guard of Honour in Srinagar following the resumption of the Darbar Move in October last year under his leadership.
He was received by his cabinet colleagues, t... | |
| | | | ‘Op Sindoor’ showed India’s technological warfare capability: Rajnath Singh | | |  Early Times Report
Prayagraj, May 4: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday said Operation Sindoor was a “specimen of technological warfare,” pointing out the use of advanced systems and the armed forces’ readiness to adapt to evolving battle conditions.
Speaking at the inaugural ceremony of the North Tech Symposium in Prayagraj, Singh said the operation showcased the integration of cutting-edge platforms such as the Akash missile system and BrahMos, along with other modern equipment.
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| | | | Pahalgam terror trail leads to Pakistan | | NIA Court frames charges against LeT/TRF handler, harbourers | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, May 4: In a major legal development in the Pahalgam terror attack case, the Court of Special Judge under Section 11 NIA Act, Jammu, Prem Sagar has ordered framing of charges against a Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba/The Resistance Front handler and two alleged local harbourers, holding that sufficient prima facie material exists to put them on trial. The order was passed in NIA Vs Sajid Jatt & Ors, arising out of RC No. 02/2025/NIA/JMU, connected with the April 22, 2025 terror attack at Baisaran, Pahalgam, where terrorists opened fire on civilians and tourists in one of Kashmir’s most famous tourist meadows. The attack claimed 26 innocent lives and left around 20... | |
| | | | ACB files charge-sheet against 11 accused, including SMC officials | | Illegal Construction Case | |  Early Times Report
Srinagar, May 4: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau has filed a charge-sheet against 11 accused persons, including officials of the Srinagar Municipal Corporation and private beneficiaries, in connection with a case involving violations of building permission norms.
According to officials, the charge-sheet has been presented before the Court of Additional Special Judge Anti-Corruption Srinagar in FIR No. 24/2020 registered under relevant provisions of the J&K P... | |
| | | | 4 youths from UP, MP undertake 9-month-long ‘Dandavat Yatra’ to Amarnath Shrine | | | | Early Times Report
RAMBAN/JAMMU, May 4: Undeterred by high temperatures and difficult terrain, four youths from Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh have been on an extraordinary, over nine-month-long journey to the revered Amarnath Shrine, performing ‘dandavat pranam’– a rigorous religious practice involving full-body prostrations — to spread “a message of Sanatan Dharma” and “communal harmony”.
Traversing the winding stretches of the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway in Ramban district, the young pilgrims have been advancing entirely through full-body prostrations — a form of pilgrimage where devotees move forward by repeatedly lying flat on the ground — as they make their way towards the ... | |
| | | | Fake MBBS admissions racket busted, 18 NEET aspirants rescued; 4 fraudsters held | | |  Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, May 4: Delhi Police busted an organised racket that allegedly duped NEET aspirants and their families by promising guaranteed MBBS admissions and arrested four people, including the suspected mastermind and a doctor, an official said on Monday.
Eighteen students, which included minors, were rescued from the alleged fraudsters, who had taken them to undisclosed locations on the pretext of providing “exam questions” — ahead of the NEET (UG) 2026 examination on M... | |
| | | | Mughal Road closed | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, May 4: Following fresh snowfall in upper reaches, Mughal Road has been temporarily closed for precautionary measures via Peer Ki Gali.
DTI Poonch Manzoor Ahmad Kohli said that Mughal road, connecting Shopian with Rajouri-Poonch districts was closed following snowfall at Pir Ki Gali for precautionary measures.
He said that Traffic movement has been stopped on Mughal Road due to fresh snowfall in upper reaches of the area and due to slippery conditions, People are advised to avoid travelling on Mughal Road until the road becomes passable,” he added.... | |
| | | | 3 Ministers, CM’s Advisor to remain available | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, May 4: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has issued a roster for availability of Ministers at Civil Secretariat, Jammu, for the month of May 2026.
As per the order, Surinder Kumar Choudhary, Deputy Chief Minister, will remain available from May 4 to May 8, followed by Sakeena Masood (Itoo), Minister for Health and Medical Education, School Education, Higher Education and Social Welfare, from May 11 to May 15.
Nasir Aslam Wani, Advisor to the Chief Minister, will be available from May 18 to May 22, while Javid Ahmad Dar, Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Departments, will remain present from ... | |
| | | | Roster of Administrative Secretaries issued | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, May 4: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has notified the roster of Administrative Secretaries for the Civil Secretariat, Jammu, for the month of May 2026 to ensure smooth and efficient functioning of official work.
According to Government Order No. 859-JK(GAD) of 2026 dated May 3, the General Administration Department (GAD) has scheduled senior officers to remain available at the Civil Secretariat on a rotational basis during the summer session.
As per the roster, Ashwani Kumar, IAS, Financial Commissioner (Additional Chief Secretary), Power Development Department, along with Mohammad Aijaz, IAS, Secretary, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, will be pr... | |
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