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| CSIR-IIIM; JKEDI join hands to strengthen startup ecosystem in J&K | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Mar 31: CSIR-IIIM and its Technology Business Incubator (IIIM-TBI) on Tuesday reinforced their commitment to building a robust startup ecosystem in Union Territory through closer collaboration with Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI), focusing on innovation, incubation, and commercialization of research-driven ideas.
The initiative aims to integrate startups with advanced scientific infrastructure, mentorship networks, and funding opportu | |
| | | | Div Com Kashmir reviews availability of essential commodities in valley | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Mar 31: To ensure uninterrupted availability of essential commodities across the Kashmir Valley, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, on Tuesday chaired a high-level review meeting to assess stock positions and streamline supply mechanisms. The meeting emphasized enhancing public interface systems to enable more efficient monitoring and assessment of demand and supply trends. Deputy Commissioners from across the Valley, the Additional Commissioner Kashmir, | |
| | | | NCORD meeting; DC Kathua reviews anti-drug measures, enforcement strategy | | |  Early Times Report
KATHUA, Mar 31: Deputy Commissioner Kathua, Rajesh Sharma on Tuesday chaired a meeting of the District level Narco Coordination Centre (NCORD) Committee to review the progress of ongoing initiatives and devise a comprehensive strategy to curb drug abuse in the district.
The meeting was attended by ADC Vishavjeet Singh; ASP Rahul Charak; CMO Dr Vijay Raina; ACD Akhil Sadotra; ACP Ajeet Kumar; Assistant Commandant 107 BSF Battalion, CAO, DIO, CEO, DSWO, Assistant Controller D | |
| | | | BBBP Awareness-cum-Felicitation Programme organized at Bhaderwah | | |  Early Times Report
BHADERWAH, Mar 31: The Sub-District Administration Bhaderwah, in collaboration with the Social Welfare Department, organized an Awareness-cum-Felicitation Programme under the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) initiative here todat.
The programme was presided over by Additional Deputy Commissioner Sunil Kumar Bhutyal and attended by BMO Dr. Touseef Malik and staff from the Social Welfare, Health and Information department.
On the occasion, mothers of newborn girls were felici | |
| | | | Farmers will benefit from MSP, transparency is our priority: Surya Pratap Shahi | | |  Early Times Report
LUCKNOW, Mar 31: Farmers will continue to receive the benefits of Minimum Support Price (MSP) in Rabi season 2026-27. Agriculture Minister Surya Pratap Shahi, while interacting with journalists at Lok Bhawan on Tuesday, said that procurement of gram, lentil and mustard will be carried out from April 7 to June 30. During this period, goal is to directly benefit farmers through a transparent digital system, DBT payments and an extensive procurement network. Surya Pratap Shahi | |
| | | | Four red category units functional in IE Udhampur: DyCM | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Mar 31: Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary today informed the House that a total of four units falling under Red category are functional in Industrial Estate (IE) Battal Ballian Udhampur on 51.7 Kanals of land with employment for 172 persons under these units. The Deputy Chief Minister was replying to a Calling Attention Notice moved by Legislator R S Pathania in the Legislative Assembly today.
He added that these units are functioning with properly installed Pollution Control Devices and emissions are well within the prescribed limits, with Divisional Officer, Jammu and Kashmir Pollution Control Committee (JK PCC) Udhampur ensuring proper monitoring.
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| | | | Govt endeavouring to boost J&K's educational ecosystem: Sakeena Itoo | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Mar 31: Minister for Education Sakeena Itoo today informed the House that the government is endeavouring hard to boost the educational ecosystem in Jammu and Kashmir, with special focus on establishing all kind of facilities in the government schools. The Minister stated this while replying to a question of Legislator, Khursheed Ahmad Sheikh in the Legislative Assembly regarding introduction of new subjects.
She informed that components relating to general studies, computer education, digital literacy and vocational skill-based education have been introduced at different levels of schooling in a phased manner depending upon the levels of institution, availabilit | |
| | | | Spectacular conclusion to financial year with ticket checking revenue in Jammu division | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Mar 31: The Jammu Division of Northern Railway has generated revenue of approximately Rs 62 lakh during March-the final month of the financial year 2025-26-through its most extensive campaign to date against ticketless travel and irregularities. This achievement not only signifies an increase in revenue but also marks a significant step towards ensuring discipline and transparency within railway services.
The total revenue generated from ticket checking operations du | |
| | | | Doda police apprehends drug peddler: 7 grams heroin-like substance recovered at Baggar Naka | | |  Early Times Report
DODS, Mar 31: Continuing its sustained efforts to curb the drug menace, Doda Police apprehended a suspected drug peddler during routine naka checking at Baggar Naka on March 31, 2026. On the directions of SSP Doda Sandeep Mehta (JKPS), a police team deployed at the naka, under the supervision of DySP DAR Doda and SHO Assar, intercepted a vehicle bearing registration number JK02BJ0087 for checking. During inspection, one of the passengers attempted to conceal his identity upo | |
| | | | Varuna Anand appointed as National Initiative Head - Textiles, Handlooms & Handicrafts and GB Member, FICCI FLO (2026-27) | | |  Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Mar 31: Varuna Anand has been appointed as the National Initiative Head for Textiles, Handlooms & Handicrafts and a National Governing Body (GB) Member of FICCI FLO for the term 2026-2027, under the dynamic and visionary leadership of the 43rd National President, Puja Garg.
This prestigious appointment underscores Varuna Anand's continued commitment to advancing India's rich textile heritage while fostering sustainable livelihoods and strengthening women-led ente | |
| | | | J&K has sufficient stock of petroleum products: Satish Sharma | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Mar 31: Minister for Food, Civil supply and Consumer Affairs, Satish Sharma today informed the House that the Department is maintaining regular monitoring of availability and distribution of LPG and Petroleum products across Jammu and Kashmir. "As per the daily stock position reports furnished by Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs), the availability of Petrol, Diesel and LPG is adequate as on date, with availability of petroleum products" maintained the Minister.
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| | | | District Administration Rajouri promotes BBBP through street plays, skits | | | | Early Times Report
RAJOURI, Mar 31: On the directions of Deputy Commissioner, the District Information Centre Rajouri, in collaboration with the Social Welfare Department, conducted a week long awareness campaign to promote Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) initiatives. The week-long campaign featured street plays and skits presented in collaboration with the Rangmanch Theatre Group.
The awareness initiative commenced from village Tandwal, followed by programmes at Higher Secondary School Kalakote and Dhangri. The artists of Rangmanch Group effectively highlighted the importance of educating girl child, gender equality and the need to eliminate gender-based discrimination.
Through engagin | |
| | | | NFR Achieves Major Milestones in Connectivity and Modernization in FY 2025-26 | | | | Early Times Report
MALIGAON, Mar 31: Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has achieved significant milestones during the Financial Year 2025-26, reinforcing its commitment towards enhanced connectivity, modernization, passenger comfort and regional development across the Northeast. As part of its expansion drive, NFR introduced 20 pairs of new train services, including premium, semi-premium and conventional trains, thereby strengthening rail connectivity within the region as well as with the rest of the country.
In a major boost to operational efficiency, NFR increased the speeds of 35 trains, resulting in a cumulative saving of 675 minutes in travel time, with an average reduction of about 1 | |
| | | | Exports gain momentum under Yogi government | | | | Early Times Report
LUCKNOW, Mar 31: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Uttar Pradesh continues to achieve new milestones in the field of exports. Due to the state government's industrial and export promotion policies, exports from the state have not only doubled but have also established a strong global identity for "Made in UP."
In the financial year 2025-26, from April to November, the state's total exports reached ?1,31,328 crore, reflecting a notable 11.08% increase compared to ?1,18,223.91 crore during the same period last year.
Looking at the data from recent years, exports from the state stood at ?86,000 crore in 2016-17, which increased to a record ?1.86 lak | |
| | | | Panchayat Electoral Roll revision gains momentum in Kishtwar | | | |
Early Times Report
KISHTWAR, Mar 31: The ongoing process of Annual Revision of Draft Panchayat Electoral Rolls, 2026, with April 1, 2026 as the qualifying date is progressing well in the Kishtwar District.
The Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) for Blocks Bunjwah, Drabshalla and Thakrie today convened a virtual review meeting with the Assistant Electoral Registration Officers (AEROs) and Panchayat Electoral Booth Officers (PEBOs).
The ERO reviewed the progress achieved so far and stressed the need for exercising due diligence while carrying out deletion, correction and transposition of entries in the Rolls. He called for strictly adhering to the prescribed norms and standing instruct | |
| | | | DM chairs NCORD meeting at Doda | | | | Early Times Report
DODA, Mar 31: District Magistrate (DM) Doda Krishan Lal, in presence of Senior Superintendent of Police Sandeep Kumar, today chaired a meeting of the District Level Committee under the Narco Coordination Centre (NCORD) mechanism here in the Conference Hall DC Office Complex.
The meeting reviewed ongoing anti-narcotic measures and deliberated on fresh initiatives to strengthen on ground efforts to eradicate drug abuse in the district.
The meeting was held in compliance with the directions issued by the Union Home Minister during the Apex NCORD Meeting, calling for formulation of a robust district-level roadmap for effective drug control.
The meeting was convened by the | |
| | | | Condolence meeting held | | | |
Early Times Report
JAMMU, Mar 31: A condolence meeting was held today to mourn the tragic loss of three young boys who drowned in the river at Jagti, Jammu. The meeting was held under the chairmanship of Kiran Wattal, Convenor of Vishwa Kashmiri Samaj, and M. K. Yogi, General Secretary of the organization.
Members present expressed deep grief and shock over the heartbreaking incident. They conveyed their heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for eternal peace to the departed souls.
Among those present in the meeting were Kamal Ganjoo and Muktesh Yogi, who also expressed profound sorrow over the tragic loss. The participants observed a moment of silence in memory of | |
| | | | HC rules Title dispute can't be decided by Collector | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Mar 31: In a significant ruling, the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh at Srinagar has quashed the order of the District Collector, Baramulla, who had rejected the petitioners' plea seeking reference of a land compensation dispute to the competent civil court in connection with acquisition of land for widening of the Baramulla-Kupwara National Highway at Delina.
At the outset of the judgment, Justice Moksha Khajuria Kazmi remarked, "There are two lasting bequests parents normally want to provide to their children with, one of these is roots and other is wings." The Court used the observation while reflecting on the emotional backdrop of the family dispute | |
| | | | Police Station Janipur, arrested absconder wanted in POCSO case after 7 years | | | |
Early Times Report
JAMMU, Mar 31: Janipur Police have apprehended Sunil Bhagat S/o Swami Raj - originally of Juddi, Doda, presently residing at Bari Brahmana - who was wanted in FIR No. 123/2019. The case is registered under Sections 376, 109, 363 IPC and Sections 3/4 of the POCSO Act at PS Janipur.
The accused had been evading arrest for a considerable period. Acting on specific inputs and sustained efforts, police teams located and arrested him.
Further proceedings are underway. | |
| | | | | | | Don't Let Anyone Define Your Limits : Sheetal Devi | | | | Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Mar 31: Don't let anyone define your limits: That's the mantra driving world No. 1 Sheetal Devi, who has been named 'Para Archer of the Year 2025' - an honour she says embodies years of hard work, setbacks, and quiet sacrifice. The World Archery recognition adds to the world number one's extraordinary achievements, including a historic world championship crown.
"It feels incredibly special. Just being nominated among the best in the world was a big moment for me but winning this title makes it truly unforgettable and special. It reflects every hour of hard work, every setback, and every quiet sacrifice. This one means a lot," she said from Bangkok where she i | |
| | | | Govt working to ensure reliable water supply in Sonawari | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Mar 31: Government today informed the Legislative Assembly that it is actively working to complete the Retrofitting of Water Supply Scheme (WSS) SK Bala under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) in Dudwan area of Sonawari Constituency.
This was informed by Minister for Agriculture Javid Ahmad Dar in the House while replying to Calling Attention Motion moved by MLA Hilal Akbar Lone regarding water supply in Dudwan Saderkote Bala in Sonawari Constituency. He was replying on behalf of Minister for Jal Shakti, Javed Ahmed Rana
The Minister said that strenuous efforts are underway to complete the remaining work of the scheme in order to ensure reliable piped water supply to | |
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