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| â7-silent rebelsâ back in spotlight after RTI twist in RS poll cross-voting controversy | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Apr 29: The controversy surrounding the âseven silent rebelsâ MLAsâwho allegedly cross-voted or indirectly supported the BJP candidate Sat Pal Sharma in the October 2025 Rajya Sabha electionsâhas resurfaced following a reply obtained through the Right to Information (RTI) Act.
With non-BJP parties yet to identify the legislators who aided the BJP, the RTI response has added a new dimension to the issue, revealing that the Peopleâs Democratic Party (PDP) did not appoint any polling agent to monitor the voting of its MLAs.
The disclosure has triggered a fresh political storm, with the ruling National Conference (NC) accusing the PDP of facilitating the BJPâs victory in a contest where it allegedly lacked the required numbers. Citing the RTI findings, the NC claimed that the PDP was the only party that failed to deploy a chief agent during the Rajya Sabha polls held in October last year, thereby allowing scope for cross-voting.
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| History in the making: Vande Bharat to transform J&K rail travel today | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Apr 28: In a major boost to connectivity and tourism in Jammu and Kashmir, the Jammu Division of the Northern Railway is set to launch the inaugural Vande Bharat special train service between Jammu and Srinagar on April 30.
The inaugural service, Train No. 02601, will mark the introduction of the semi-high-speed Vande Bharat Express on this strategically significant route, enhancing seamless travel across the regionâs challenging terrain.
The 20-coach train will cover a distance of 267 kilometres during its maiden run, offering passengers a faster, more comfortable, and modern travel experience. Ahead of the launch, a successful trial run was conducted on Ap... | |
| | | | Leh welcomes sacred Buddha relics amid fervour ahead of Amit Shah's visit | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Apr 29: A day ahead of Union Home Minister Amit Shahâs visit, the sacred relics of Lord Buddha arrived in Leh on Tuesday, marking the beginning of a historic spiritual event in the Union Territory of Ladakh.
Amid deep spiritual fervour, the revered Piprahwa relics of Tathagata Buddha were accorded a ceremonial welcome at the Technical Area of Leh Airport after being flown in from New Delhi, where they are preserved. Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena received ... | |
| | | | DB puts J&K sports bodies under scanner | | Seeks truth on playersâ representation in associations | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Apr 29: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has taken serious note of issues concerning democratic functioning, fairness and compliance with the Sports Code in recognised sports associations across the Union Territory, while hearing a Public Interest Litigation titled Bakhtawar Singh and others vs UT of J&K and others.
A Division Bench comprising Chief Justice Arun Palli and Justice Rajnesh Oswal was hearing WP(C)PIL No. 7/2025, in which questions have been raised regarding the functioning of sports associations, eligibility of office bearers, representation of sportspersons and women players, district units and financial discipline.
In response to ... | |
| | | | HC sets aside bail in rape case involving intimate videos | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Apr 29: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has set aside the bail granted to an accused facing trial in a rape and criminal intimidation case involving allegations of false promise of marriage, recording of intimate videos and blackmail.
Justice Sanjay Parihar allowed a petition filed by the complainant/victim challenging the order dated August 3, 2024, passed by the Additional Sessions Judge, Fast Track Court, Budgam. By the said order, the Trial Court had made absolute the interim bail earlier granted to the accused in FIR No. 272/2023 registered under Sections 376 and 506 IPC.
The petitioner contended before the High Court that the Trial Court h... | |
| | | | LG Sinha launches book "Healer in Exile: The Untold Story of Dr Sushil Razdanâ | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 29: The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha, today launched the book, âHealer in Exile: The Untold Story of Dr. Sushil Razdan" authored by his son Sachin Razdan.
Addressing the gathering, the Lieutenant Governor said that Dr. Sushil Razdan stands among Indiaâs leading neurologists and his contributions in the medical field remain unmatched.
âThe story of Dr. Sushil Razdanâs life conveys a significant lesson of committing yourself to the selfless service of ... | |
| | | | Prepaid smart meters to be installed in all Govt offices, mode of payment changed | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Apr 29: The Jammu and Kashmir Finance Department has directed all government offices, public sector undertakings (PSUs), and institutions across the Union Territory to expedite the installation of pre-paid smart electricity meters and shift to a pre-payment system for power consumption. In a circular issued by the Finance Department, all administrative departments have been asked to ensure the installation of pre-paid smart meters in government buildings and residential quarters on a priority basis, in coordination with the Power Development Department and its distribution companies (DISCOMs). The directive reiterates earlier instructions issued under the Revam... | |
| | | | Man trafficked to Cambodia, case registered by EOW Srinagar | | Fake Overseas Job Scam | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, Apr 29: In a shocking case of fraud and human trafficking, the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Srinagar of Crime Branch Kashmir has registered a case after a man was allegedly duped by a fake job consultancy and trafficked to Cambodia under the pretext of overseas employment.
IN a statement, The Economic Offences Wing, Srinagar of Crime Branch Kashmir has registered a case following receipt of a complaint alleging fraud in connection with overseas job placement.
The complaint states that an individual was lured by an unauthorized consultancy operating from the Pattan area, which falsely promised employment abroad as a computer operator with a lucrative monthly... | |
| | | | Govt approves 18% fare hike for public transport across J&K | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 29: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has approved an 18 percent hike in fares for various categories of commercial passenger vehicles across the Union Territory, issuing a fresh notification in this regard.
The Transport Department, in a notification issued from Civil Secretariat, has directed the Transport Commissioner, J&K to fix the revised maximum chargeable fares for different categories of vehicles, including stage carriage buses, taxis, maxi cabs and aut... | |
| | | | Dr Farooq criticises ECâs handling of WB polls | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Apr 29: âIs Bengali not being trustedâ, asked veteran politician and three-time former chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Farooq Abdullah, on Wednesday while slamming the Election Commission for the deployment of a large contingent of central police forces and bureaucrats during the West Bengal polls.
Abdullah, who is the president of the ruling National Conference, condemned the rhetoric used by national leaders against West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Baner... | |
| | | | 4 teachers suspended over unauthorized absence in Rajouri school | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 29: The Chief Education Officer Rajouri has placed 4 teachers of Middle School Namblan in Zone Rajouri under suspension with immediate effect after a surprise inspection found them absent from duty without sanctioned leave. ... | |
| | | | New School Timings | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 29: The Directorate of School Education Jammu has changed school timings for all Government and recognized private schools up to Higher Secondary level in the summer zone areas of Jammu division, with the new schedule coming into effect from May 1.
According to an order issued by the Directorate, schools will function from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM and the revised timings will remain in force till September 30, 2026, in view of the summer season.... | |
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