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| Basant Panchami celebrations commence at Mathwar Dev Sthan | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Jan 17: Mathwar Dev Sthan, located about 40 kilometres from Jammu, witnessed a spiritually vibrant atmosphere today as sacred rituals were performed with great devotion and traditional fervour. The revered shrine, where Baba Yash Pal Ji has been selflessly serving from several years, became a centre of spiritual energy and collective prayer.
On January 16, a special invitation was extended to Brahmins, and religious ceremonies were conducted strictly as per Vedic | |
| | | | Pradeep Sharma called Rohingya, Bangladeshi illegal immigrants a threat to the country | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Jan 17: BJP District Jammu South Publicity Secretary Pradeep Sharma demanded a CBI inquiry into the settlement of Rohingya-Bangladeshis in Jammu, describing illegal Rohingya and Bangladeshi immigrants as a security threat, a cause of demographic change, and linked to crime (theft, drugs, etc.). He demanded their deportation (expulsion), calling them ‘termites’ and making them part of the Jammu Bachao Andolan (Save Jammu Movement). Pradeep Sharma has asked the Omar A | |
| | | | UCO Bank reports strong financial performance for December 2025 Quarter | | | | Early Times Report
New Delhi, Jan 17: UCO Bank has reported a robust financial performance for the quarter and nine months ended 31 December 2025. The Bank posted a net profit of Rs 739 crore for the quarter, registering a year-on-year growth of 15.65%, while operating profit stood at Rs 1,680 crore, showing a growth of 5.93%.
As on 31 December 2025, the Bank’s total business reached Rs 5.53 lakh crore, recording a growth of 13.25% year-on-year. Gross advances increased to Rs 2.43 lakh crore, while total deposits rose to Rs 3.10 lakh crore.
The Retail, Agriculture and MSME (RAM) portfolio witnessed strong momentum, growing by 25.86% to Rs 1.43 lakh crore. Asset quality continued to imp | |
| | | | Valour, sacrifice of Namdhari sect to be remembered: Hardeep Singh Mundian | | | | Early Times Report
Chandigarh/Malerkotla, Jan 17: The sacrifices of the Namdhari sect for the cause of India’s freedom, protection of faith and upholding of human values will remain etched in golden letters in the annals of Indian history, said Punjab Cabinet Minister S. Hardeep Singh Mundian, while addressing the state level martyrdom function organised at the Namdhari Shaheedi Memorial, Malerkotla, in memory of 66 Namdhari martyrs.
The Cabinet Minister said that the Namdhari sect stands as a living example of simplicity, truthfulness, humility and sacrifice. He said the path shown by Sri Satguru Ram Singh Ji gave a new direction to the country’s freedom movement. He added that histor | |
| | | | Surinder Choudhary, Satish Sharma inaugurate border sports festival 2026 at Nowshera | | |  Early Times Report
NOWSHERA, Jan 17: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today inaugurated a mega health camp organised by the 80th Infantry Brigade in collaboration with the health department and Shafa multi-speciality clinic Nowshera at Senior Secondary School, Seri, Nowshera, providing medical services to a large number of people from border and far-flung areas.
Later, the Deputy Chief Minister alongwith Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Information Technology, Y | |
| | | | DFCCIL: Review meeting on the Vaitarna-JNPT section concludes | | |  Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Jan 17: With the objective of developing logistics infrastructure in line with international standards, a two-day high-level coordination meeting between the Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited (DFCCIL), the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPT), and Western Railway concluded on Thursday.
The discussions primarily focused on the plan to connect the remaining Vaitarna-JNPT section of the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor (WDFC) to Jawaharlal | |
| | | | Four years after sewerage works, Ekta Vihar -Rehmati Road in Udhampur remains in shambles | | |  ASHWANI SHARMA
Early Times Report
UDHAMPUR, Jan 17: The Ekta Bihar-Rehmati road in Udhampur town continues to be in a deplorable condition even four years after it was dug up for a sewerage project, causing daily hardship to residents and commuters. Despite repeated assurances by public representatives and officials, the road has not been blacktopped so far, raising serious questions about accountability and civic planning within the municipal limits.
According to locals, the road was damag | |
| | | | Sakeena Itoo addresses National Technical Conclave on ISM | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 17: Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo today remarked that Education is a powerful weapon which can change the dynamics of the world, adding that semiconductor technologies are the future now.
The Minister made these remarks while addressing National Technical Conclave on India Semi-Conductor Mission (ISM) at Government College of Engineering and Technology (GCET), Jammu. The Conclave is being organised by GCET Jamm | |
| | | | Amit mentions Census 2027 a founding pillar of Viksit Bharat | | |  Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Jan 17: Amit Sharma, IAS, Director Census Operations (DCO) & Director Citizen Registration (DCR), Government of India, Ministry of Home Affairs for the UTs of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, elaborated about the unique and novel features of upcoming Digital Paperless Census 2027 calling it as the founding pillar of Viksit Bharat during 6th Digital Transformation Summit & Awards organized by Governance Now Group in the National Capital, New Delhi wherein he was exclusi | |
| | | | Reasi police arrests drug peddler | | |  Early Times Report
REASI, Jan 17: In its continuous drive against drug menace, District Police Reasi achieved significant success by arresting a drug peddler and recovering a banned narcotic substance from his possession.
At about 20:30 hours, a police party deployed at Panthal Naka, Police Post Kakryal, intercepted and checked one person identified as Manohar Lal S/O Shongu Ram R/O Saroon Aghar Jitto, Tehsil Katra, District Reasi. During the search, 6.030 grams of heroin-like substance was r | |
| | | | Information Veterans moun demise of their colleague, Thakur Singh | | | 
Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 17: The Jammu Information Veterans (Pensioners' Association) has expressed profound shock and grief over the sad and tragic demise of its colleague, Shri Thakur Singh, former Asstt Director of information last evening after a fall from his house top in Jammu. With serious head injury, he was rushed to GMC and was shifted to ICU where he passed away. He was cremated at his native place -Assar today. He was 70 and survived by his wife, a daughter, and a son.
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| | | | Gupta assures women's delegation of continued development push and tourism boost for Border Belt of Jammu District | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 17: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Provincial President, Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta, today met a women's delegation of Party functionaries from Border Belt of Jammu District headed by Mrs Bimla Luthra former MLA and State Vice President Women Wing JKNC Jammu at the party's Provincial Headquarters, Sher-e-Kashmir Bhawan, Jammu.
During the interaction, the delegation raised several issues related to development and employment and sought the intervention of | |
| | | | Samba police recovered stolen ‘Khair’ wooden logs | | |  Early Times Report
SAMBA, Jan 17: Samba Police has recovered and seized 'Khair' wooden logs which were illegally cut and stolen from the State land at village Saurara falling under the jurisdiction of Police Station Ghagwal
Acting on information received from reliable sources, a team of Police Station Ghagwal has recovered wooden logs in village Saurara which were illegally cut and stolen from the State land and the Shamlat land by some unknown persons. The police has seized all the 'Khair' | |
| | | | DIG Udhampur-Reasi range and SSP Udhampur decorate newly promoted selection grade constables | | |  Early Times Report
UDHAMPUR, Jan 17: DIG Udhampur-Reasi Range Ms. Sarah Rizvi, IPS, along with SSP Udhampur Sh. Amod Ashok Nagpure, IPS, today decorated newly promoted Selection Grade Constables (SGCTs) of J&K Police Udhampur during a pipping ceremony held at District Police Lines (DPL), Udhampur.
A total of 18 police personnel were promoted from the rank of Constable to Selection Grade Constable and were formally decorated with their new ranks during the ceremony.
The pipping ceremony was a | |
| | | | S. Manjit Singh urges Industries Dept to allot plots to Jatts | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 17: All Jammu and Kashmir Jatt Sabha, President, S. Manjit Singh has appealed to the Industries Department of Jammu Region to allot plots for the dairy form operators to run their milk products business smoothly.
A meeting was organised here at Rampur Mohalla, Nai Basti area near Satwari Chowk in Jammu District by the newly appointed District President of All J&K Jatt Sabha, Youth Wing, Shivam Choudhary.
The meeting was chaired by Former Minister, S. Manjit Sing | |
| | | | CJ praised UP, said - Whichever state I go to, I will give UP government's example | | |  Early Times Report
CHANDAULI, Jan 17: Chief Justice of the India Suryakant laid the foundation stone and performed ground breaking for six integrated court complexes in Chandauli on Saturday in the presence of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. He congratulated the Uttar Pradesh government and high court for this and praised the state government's efforts. He said that UP's Chief Minister has announced 10 court complexes. Out of these, the work of establishment (foundation stone and ground breaki | |
| | | | Haryana and British Columbia Explore Strategic Cooperation in Clean Energy, Trade and Technology | | |  Early Times Report
CHANDIGARH, Jan 17: Underscoring Haryana's growing global engagement and its commitment to forging meaningful international partnerships, Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini on Friday held a meeting with a high-level delegation from British Columbia, Canada, led by the Premier David Eby. The interaction focused on exploring opportunities for collaboration across key sectors and strengthening State-Province level cooperation between Haryana and British Columbia. During this | |
| | | | Strict action against land lease irregularities: Chief Minister | | |  Early Times Report
GORAKHPUR, Jan 17: After spending two consecutive days overseeing security arrangements and facilities for devotees during the Makar Sankranti/Khichdi Mela, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday held a Janata Darshan at the Gorakhnath Temple. During the programme, the Chief Minister met citizens, patiently heard their grievances, and issued clear instructions to officials for their prompt resolution.
The Chief Minister expressed serious concern over complaints related to | |
| | | | Digital policing strengthens citizen safety and transparency - ACS Home, Dr. Sumita Misra | | |  Early Times Report
CHANDIGARH, Jan 17: Additional Chief Secretary, Home Department, Dr. Sumita Misra today said that the adoption of digital policing platforms marks a significant step towards making policing more transparent, responsive and citizen-friendly. She said that technology-driven initiatives under the Digital Police framework are empowering citizens while simultaneously enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of law enforcement agencies.
Dr. Misra said that the Digital Police po | |
| | | | Street Play - Raises Awareness on Global Interventional Radiology Day- 16th January | | |  Early Times Report
CHANDIGARH, Jan 17: To mark Global Interventional Radiology (IR) Day, a vibrant and informative street play (Nukkad Natak) was organized by department of radiodiagnosis under aegis of ISVIR, Chandigarh, Punjab and Himachal Pradesh State Branch at sector 17, Chandigarh to create public awareness about the role of Interventional Radiology in modern healthcare.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr Harish Bhujade, Secretary ISVIR state branch and Associate professor PGI said, The Globa | |
| | | | Udhampur Police books violator for using VPN on mobile phone | | | |
Early Times Report
UDHAMPUR, Jan 17: District Police Udhampur have booked one woman for violating the prohibitory orders issued by the District Magistrate Udhampur regarding the use of VPN services.
The accused has been identified as Meena Sharma W/o Mohan Lal R/o Palnoo, Majalta, District Udhampur. She has been booked vide FIR No. 04/2026 under Section 223(a) of BNS at Police Station Majalta for violation of District Magistrate Udhampur Order No. DMU/JC/1872 dated 03.01.2026, which prohibits the use of VPN services within the district.
During verification, her mobile number was found to be using VPN services, thereby violating the said order.
Further investigation in the matter is un | |
| | | | War memorial set up in JK's Rajouri to honour fallen heroes of Operation Sindoor | | | | Early Times Report
RAJOURI, Jan 17: In a tribute to fallen heroes, including a senior government official, who lost their lives during Operation Sindoor in May last year, the army in coordination with Jammu and Kashmir government has established a war memorial in the border district of Jammu, officials said on Saturday. The memorial has been erected at Gujjar Mandi Chowk, the same location that witnessed intense Pakistani shelling on civilian areas in retaliation to Operation Sindoor, which was launched by the Indian Armed Forces across the border on May 7 to hit terror infrastructure in Pakistan to avenge killing of 26 people by terrorists in Pahalgam attack.
Among those who lost their l | |
| | | | Delhi Traffic Police issues over 2,100 challans during Jan 16 enforcement drive | | | | Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Jan 17: Delhi Traffic Police issued 2,175 challans and impounded 23 vehicles during a special enforcement drive against traffic violations conducted across six major locations in the capital, an officer said on Saturday.
The "zero-tolerance" drive was carried out on January 16, simultaneously at Anand Vihar ISBT, J B Tito Marg, Azadpur Mandi Chowk, Teen Murti Roundabout, Dwarka Mor on Najafgarh Road and Bikaner Chowk in Karol Bagh, he said.
"The enforcement focused on violations such as improper parking, stop-line violations, wrong-side driving, no-entry violations and permit-related offences, which are considered major contributors to congestion and road sa | |
| | | | 'Ram Katha' living medium for disseminating timeless values: Vice President | | | | Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Jan 17: Vice President C P Radhakrishnan on Saturday described 'Ram Katha' as a living medium for disseminating timeless values of morality, compassion, fraternity and humanity.
He made these remarks while attending the inaugural day of the nine-day Ram Katha by Morari Bapu here.
Addressing the gathering, the vice president described Ram Katha as a profound and living medium for disseminating timeless values of morality, compassion, fraternity and humanity, deeply rooted in India's civilisational ethos.
He said that Ram Katha is not merely a narration of a sacred epic but a living philosophy that guides individuals to live with dignity, discipline, devotion | |
| | | | JK BJP holds meeting in Jammu ahead of national president election | | | |
Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 17: Jammu and Kashmir unit of BJP on Saturday held a meeting here to deliberate on the upcoming voting process for the election of party's national president, a party spokesperson said.
The meeting, attended by national council members and state council members, took place at Trikuta Nagar party headquarters here and was part of the ongoing organisational elections being conducted across the country under the banner of "Sangathan Parv", the spokesperson said.
The BJP on Friday released the schedule for the election of the party's national president, saying nominations for the post will be filed on January 19, and the name of the new party chief will be an | |
| | | | Director Information, DIPR Employees condole tragic demise of former officer Thakur Singh | | | |
Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 17: Director Information, Nitish Rajora has expressed deep grief and sorrow on the tragic demise of Thakur Singh, former officer of the department, who also served as Director Public Relations, Lok Bhawan and Cultural Officer, Jammu.
In his message, the Director said that Thakur Singh had served the department in various capacities and his contribution has been widely recognised in the department.
He expressed deep grief on his tragic demise and also extended his sympathies with the bereaved family. | |
| | | | 1 missing girl traced and reunited with family by Jammu (Rural) police in Pargwal area | | | |
Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 17: An information was received at Police Post Pargwal regarding a missing girl (name withheld), resident of Hamirpur Kona, Tehsil Pargwal District Jammu. Accordingly, a missing report was entered at Police Post Pargwal on 15/01/2025. Acting swiftly on the report, a police team of Police Post Pargwal, led by IC PP Pargwal made strenuous efforts and, with the help of technical assistance and human intelligence, successfully traced the missing girl After completing all legal formalities, the lady was safely handed over to her legal heirs, and the missing report was accordingly closed. The general public has appreciated the prompt and sincere action of Jamm | |
| | | | CM digitally releases over Rs. 858 crore under key welfare schemes; Major Push to Women Empowerment, Farmers' Prosperity and Household Welfare | | | | Early Times Report
CHANDIGARH, Jan 17: In a significant step towards inclusive and people-centric governance, Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini on Saturday digitally released substantial financial assistance under multiple flagship welfare schemes, reinforcing its commitment to women empowerment, agricultural sustainability and household welfare. An amount of Rs. 858 crore released under key welfare schemes including Rs. 659 crore for farmers under five agriculture-related schemes.
While addressing a press conference here today, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that guided by the visionary leadership of Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi, these initiatives reflect a holistic de | |
| | | | Educational institutions must actively nurture sporting talent: CM Yogi | | | | Early Times Report
GORAKHPUR, Jan 17: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has called upon all universities and colleges to adopt at least one sport and actively nurture the talent associated with it. The Chief Minister was speaking as the chief guest at the inauguration ceremony of the East Zone Inter-University Women's Basketball Competition at Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University on Friday. He urged educational institutions to play a meaningful role in promoting discipline, sportsmanship, and healthy competition through sports. Emphasizing the social impact of sports, CM Yogi said, "Greater participation in sporting activities helps steer youth away from drugs and other social evils. Whe | |
| | | | Samrat Singh wins historic gold medal at 39th Sub-Junior National Taekwondo Championship | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 17: Jammu & Kashmir UT has created history in Indian Taekwondo as young athlete Samrat Singh clinched a Gold Medal in the Sub-Junior Boys Under 35 kg category at the 39th Sub-Junior National Taekwondo Championship 2025-26, held from 13th to 15th January 2026 at Talkatora Indoor Stadium, New Delhi.
The prestigious championship was organised by the Delhi Taekwondo Association under the aegis of the Taekwondo Federation of India (TFI) and supported by the J&K Sports Council (JKSC).
Samrat Singh, a talented trainee of Shield Taekwondo Academy, Doda, represented Jammu & Kashmir UT with exceptional skill and determination, defeating strong competitors from across | |
| | | | ICCR Zonal Director visits National Institute of Ayurveda, Panchkula | | | | Early Times Report
PANCHKULA, Jan 17: The Zonal Director of the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), K. Ayyannar, visited the National Institute of Ayurveda (NIA), Panchkula. On his arrival at NIA, he was welcomed by Deputy Medical Superintendent (DMS) Dr. Gaurav Garg, who briefed him in detail about the institute's Ayurvedic treatments, academic programs, research, and medical activities. He informed that more than 500 patients are benefiting daily from Ayurvedic medical services through the OPD.
During the visit, the Zonal Director inspected the Panchakarma therapy unit, OPD, and IPD services, and observed the Ayurvedic treatment methods being provided to patients. He appreciat | |
| | | | 3rd Chancellor's Trophy (Men & Women) Championship 2025-26 tnters third day at University of Jammu | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 17: The ongoing 3rd Chancellor's Trophy (Men & Women) Championship 2025-26, organized by the Directorate of Sports & Physical Education, University of Jammu, successfully conducted its third day competitions at the University of Jammu campus. The championship continues to feature intense contests, high-energy performances, and enthusiastic participation from athletes across the region, reflecting the rapidly growing sporting culture.
The championship is being organized from 15th to 19th January 2026 and has attracted the participation of over 800 athletes representing various universities and institutions from the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and neighb | |
| | | | GDC Thannamandi concludes two-week capacity building training course under Mission YUVA | | | |
Early Times Report
THANNAMANDI, Jan 17: Government Degree College Thannamandi Mission Yuva Team Successfully completed a hybrid mode capacity building programme with the objective of enhancing skills and employability among youth. The training held under the patronage of Principal of College, Prof. (Dr.) Shamim Ahmed Azad. The programme was facilitated by Dr. Nagina Kousser as the resource person, with the support of Mission Yuva Team, including Prof. Rizwana kousar, Dr. Mohd Ashrif, Dr. Shazia Paswal, Dr. Meenakshi Sharma and Dr. Attiq Ul Rehman. The Training Programme commenced on 03-01-2026 and concluded on 16-01-2026. | |
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