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| Pre-budget consultations begin | | CM Omar chairs meeting with key departments | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 20: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today began pre-budget consultation meetings by chairing detailed discussions with key departments ahead of the Budget Session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, scheduled to begin on February 2.
The Chief Minister reviewed departmental priorities, assessed public needs and stressed the importance of aligning proposals with the overall development goals of Jammu and Kashmir. He laid emphasis on people-centric initiatives, efficient service delivery and inclusive growth to ensure balanced development across all regions.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who also holds the portfolio of Finance Minister, held extensive... | |
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| Our prime objective is to lift quality of life: LG Sinha | | Inaugurates redeveloped Amira Kadal bridge in Srinagar | |  Early Times Report
Srinagar, Jan 20: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Tuesday inaugurated the redeveloped Amira Kadal bridge in Srinagar.
The project, costing Rs 7.70 crore under Srinagar Smart City limited was launched in December 2023, ensuring due diligence in heritage conservation, structural safety and quality control.
Dedicating the pedestrian wooden bridge to the people of Srinagar, the Lieutenant Governor said the historically significant project will preserve legacy while... | |
| | | | Policeman among 4 Govt officials arrested for graft | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Jan 20: Four government officials, including an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) of Jammu and Kashmir Police and a revenue official, were arrested after they were caught taking bribe on Tuesday, an official of the Anti-Corruption Bureau said.
ASI Zamurat Manhas, posted at police station Mendhar in Poonch, was trapped after a complaint was received that he was demanding a bribe of Rs 5,000 to settle a dispute over money between two people, the official said.
He said the ASI was caught red-handed taking the bribe money and accordingly, searches were also conducted at his residences in Mendhar, Surankote and Jammu.
Junior Assistant Anil Jamwal, posted in office of ... | |
| | | | Authorities announce airspace restrictions ahead of R-Day | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Jan 20: Heightened security and airspace restrictions ahead of the Republic Day celebrations led to the cancellation of two flights to and from Srinagar on Tuesday after a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) was issued at Delhi Airport, officials said. The affected flights were cancelled by the respective airlines due to operational and airspace curbs imposed as part of extensive security and logistical arrangements for the January 26 celebrations. Airport authorities said such measures are routine during high-profile national events to ensure smooth conduct of ceremonial activities and aerial displays.
In view of the disruption, authorities issued a passenger advisory u... | |
| | | | Valley Incomplete without Kashmiri Pandits: Mehbooba Mufti | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Jan 20: Peoples Democratic Party president Mehbooba Mufti on Tuesday said Kashmir is incomplete without Kashmiri Pandits and people of the Valley are eagerly awaiting their return.
The former chief minister also suggested that reservation of two Assembly seats for Kashmiri Pandits would be preferable.
“Kashmiri Pandits must take their own decision. We are eagerly waiting for their return as the Valley is incomplete without them,” Mehbooba told reporters at PDP h... | |
| | | | Kishtwar: Massive searches on to hunt down terrorists | | | |
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JAMMU, Jan 20: Several individuals were detained for questioning as a massive search operation to flush out terrorists entered the third day in the upper reaches of Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district on Tuesday, officials said.
The operation was launched in Sonnar village near Mandral-Singhpora in the Chatroo belt on Sunday, leading to a gunfight that left one paratrooper dead and seven others injured, primarily due to splinter injuries caused by a sudden grenade attack from the hiding terrorists. The terrorists escaped deep into the forest area, but their well-fortified hideout, packed with a large quantity of winter stock, including eatables, blankets and utens... | |
| | | | Have taken bullets for India, ready to face them again: Dr Farooq | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Jan 20: National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday said that his party has faced bullets for India and is prepared to do so again if necessary, dismissing the BJP’s claim that the NC seeks to revive stone-pelting and terrorism in the region. The former chief minister rejected calls for a fresh bifurcation of Jammu and Kashmir, labelling such demands as “foolish and ignorant.” He expressed hope that Ladakh, which was designated as a separate Union Terri... | |
| | | | Mercury dips in Kashmir | | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, Jan 20: The minimum temperature dropped at most places in Kashmir as the valley braces up for spells of rain and snow ahead this week, including the possibility of the first snowfall in the plains this winter, officials said on Tuesday.
Srinagar recorded a low of minus 3.4 degrees Celsius on Monday night, down from the minus 1.2 degrees Celsius the previous night.
The tourist resort of Sonamarg in central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district registered a low of minus 6.2 degrees Celsius and was the coldest recorded place in the valley. Shopian and Pulwama towns in south Kashmir recorded a low of minus 4.8 degrees and minus 5.5 degrees Celsius, respectively.
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| | | | 2 Delhi-Srinagar flights cancelled | | | | Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Jan 20: Amid heightened security and airspace restrictions in connection with ongoing Republic Day arrangements in the national capital, two flights operating between Delhi and Srinagar were cancelled after a Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) was issued, officials said today.
In an advisory issued on its X handle, the Srinagar Airport authorities wrote, “Due to a NOTAM in force at Delhi Airport in view of Republic Day arrangements, two flights to/from Srinagar Airport have been cancelled by the respective airlines today.”
Airport authorities also urged passengers to check the latest flight status with their airline before heading to the airport and apologised for t... | |
| | | | Security forces recover IED in Baramulla | | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, Jan 20: Security forces on Tuesday averted a tragedy with the timely detection of an improvised explosive device on the Srinagar-Baramulla highway, officials said.
The IED was planted by suspected terrorists by the roadside at Takiya Tapper in the Pattani area of Baramulla district, officials added.
They said the IED was detected by a patrol party of security forces. A bomb disposal squad has been rushed to the spot to neutralise the IED.
The incident comes less than a week ahead of Republic Day celebrations.
Meanwhile, security across the Kashmir Valley has been stepped up amidst apprehension of terrorists trying to carry out subversive activities.... | |
| | | | Silver rally nears Rs 3.2 lakh | | | | Early Times Report
New Delhi, Jan 20: Silver prices extended its record-setting surge on Tuesday, approaching the Rs 3.2 lakh per kilogram, while gold futures soared to a lifetime high of Rs 1.48 lakh per 10 grams, as investors flocked to safe-haven assets amid deepening global geopolitical uncertainties.
On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), silver futures for March delivery surged by Rs 9,674, or 3.2 per cent, to a lifetime high of Rs 3,19,949 per kilogram.
The white metal had breached the Rs 3 lakh milestone for the first time on Monday, before closing at Rs 3,10,275 per kg.
Over the last two trading sessions, silver has zoomed by Rs 32,187, or 11.18 per cent, from Rs 2,87,762 per... | |
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