Local News
|
|
|
| HC puts trial on hold in BDO Azhar Khan | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 7: In a significant development, the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh at Jammu has stayed further proceedings before the trial court in the challan filed against JKAS officer Azhar Khan and another government official in FIR No. 245/2025 registered at Police Station Gandhi Nagar, Jammu.
Justice M.A. Chowdhary passed the order in petition, wherein the petitioners have sought quashing of Final Report/Challan No. 85/2026 dated June 23, 2026, arising out of the FIR registered on November 10, 2025. The challan is pending before the court of Judicial Magistrate, 3rd Additional Munsiff, Jammu.
The case pertains to the much-discussed incident involving Azha | |
| | | | Over 1 lakh pilgrims have darshan of ice 'Shivling' in 5 days | | | |
Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, July 7: More than 28,000 pilgrims had darshan of the naturally formed ice 'Shivling' at the Amarnath cave shrine on the fifth day of the 57-day annual pilgrimage on Tuesday, taking the total number of pilgrims to over one lakh so far, officials said.
As many as 28,035 pilgrims paid obeisance at the 3,800-metre-high cave shrine in the south Kashmir Himalayas on Tuesday, officials said.
They said the total number of pilgrims who had darshan of the icelingam so far has reached 1,13,800. | |
| | | | Dr Farooq, Omar Abdullah pay tribute to Shaheed Ghulam Nabi Dar on his 20th Martyrdom anniversary | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 7: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President Dr. Farooq Abdullah and Vice President and Honourable Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Tuesday paid glowing tributes to veteran Party leader and former MLA Kulgam, Advocate Shaheed Ghulam Nabi Dar on his 20th martyrdom anniversary. Advocate Ghulam Nabi Dar was martyred in a grenade attack in Kulgam in July 2006 while coming out of the revered Hazrat Mantaqi (RA) Astana-e-Aliya in the main town of Kulgam. Five other National Conference workers also lost their lives after succumbing to splinter injuries sustained in the same attack. Paying homage to the late leader, Dr. Farooq described Dar as an honest politic | |
| | | | Chief of Army Staff Gen Dhiraj Seth calls on L-G Manoj Sinha, discusses security situation in J-K | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, July 7: Chief of Army Staff General Dhiraj Seth on Tuesday called on Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha at Lok Bhavan here, officials said.
The Chief of Army Staff was on his first visit to Jammu and Kashmir after assuming charge, according to a spokesperson.
The lieutenant governor and the Army chief reviewed the prevailing security situation in the region, he said.
The Army chief was accompanied by Lieutenant General Balbir Singh, General Office | |
| | | | DyCM inaugurates Rs 2.49 cr conference hall at PWD Dak Bungalow, Nowshera | | |  Early Times Report
NOWSHERA, July 7: Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary today inaugurated the newly constructed conference hall at the PWD Dak Bungalow in Nowshera, built at a cost of Rs 2.49 crore.
Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Chief Minister said that the new facility will strengthen the administrative infrastructure of the area by providing a modern venue for official meetings, conferences and public interactions. He reiterated the government's commitment towards creating qual | |
| | | | Div Com visits Chanderkote Yatra Camp in Ramban, Langar sites and Lodgement centres in Udhampur | | |  Early Times Report
RAMBAN/UDHAMPUR, July 7: Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar today reviewed the arrangements for pilgrims undertaking Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026 at Yatra camp Chanderkote in Ramban and different Lodgement centres in Udhampur.
Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Minga Sherpa and Deputy Commissioner Ramban, Mohammad Alyas Khan accompanied the Divisional Commissioner during the visit.
At Ramban, Divisional Commissioner conducted a thorough tour at the Chanderkote Yatra Cam | |
| | | | Javid Dar reviews compensation cases of Rohama-Ladoora road project affected families | | |  Early Times Report
BARAMULLA, July 7: Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Department, Javid Ahmad Dar, today chaired a review meeting at Baramulla, to assess the cases of 26 families whose residential and commercial structures are likely to be affected by the alignment of the Rohama-Ladoora road project. The meeting was attended by the Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Additional Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Assistant Commissioner | |
| | | | Javed Rana listens to public grievances, assures swift disposal of representations | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, July 7: Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, today met several public delegations and individuals at Srinagar and listened to their issues and demands pertaining to the Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs departments. The delegations, representing different areas, apprised the Minister of various public issues requiring immediate attention. They also projected several developmental dem | |
| | | | Sushma Rajput's 'Jammu Di Waadiyan' Music Video released in Udhampur | | |  Early Times Report
UDHAMPUR, July 7: The music video "Jammu Di Waadiyan", sung by versatile singer Sushma Rajput, was officially released on July 7, 2026, at Dee Pine Banquet Hall, Udhampur. The grand launch was graced by DIG Shiv Kumar Ji as the Chief Guest in the presence of renowned singers, social workers, artists, media persons, and distinguished guests.
Penned by Shivani Taak, composed by Lucky Sir, and directed by KK Malhotra, the music video beautifully captures the scenic beauty and | |
| | | | SDRF 2nd Battalion Jammu intensifies Public Safety Awareness campaign during SANJY in Monsoon Season | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 7: The State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), 2nd Bn Jammu is continuously undertaking preventive awareness campaigns to ensure the safety and security of pilgrims and the general public during the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY-2026) and the prevailing monsoon season. The campaign at various places has been organised under the overall supervision and guidance of CO 2nd Bn SDRF Jammu Mohamad Aslam keeping in view the "Monsoon Safety Advisory" for all citize | |
| | | | Sunil Sharma expresses deep concern over flash floods in Dool, Kwar and Thathri | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 7: Leader of Opposition in the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Sunil Sharma, has expressed deep concern over the flash floods that have affected the Dool, Kwar and Thathri areas, causing widespread disruption and hardship for local residents. Sharma said that he spoke with the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu & Kashmir and urged the administration to ensure the immediate restoration of essential services, including drinking water supply, electricity, and road c | |
| | | | Jammu police seizes dumper carrying illegally transported mining material at Manwal | | | |
Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 7: Continuing its sustained drive against illegal mining, Jammu (Rural) Police seized a dumper involved in the unauthorized transportation of mining material within the jurisdiction of Police Post Manwal.
During routine checking, a police party at PP Manwal intercepted a dumper bearing Registration No. JK21G-5325 Upon inspection, the vehicle was found loaded with sand (mining material) being transported without valid permission and the requisite documents.
Accordingly, the vehicle was seized, and the matter has been referred to the District Mineral Officer (DMO), Jammu, for further necessary action under the relevant provisions of the mining laws.
Jammu | |
| | | | Railway Board CEO directs RVNL to ensure timely completion of Kazipet manufacturing unit | | | | Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, July 7: Railway Board Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Satish Kumar has directed Rail Vikas Nigam Limited to ensure the timely completion and operationalisation of the Kazipet Railway Manufacturing Unit in Telangana as per schedule.
Kumar visited Kazipet on Monday and reviewed the progress of the Rs 597.68-crore flagship project, which is spread across nearly 160 acres.
"During the inspection, Kumar directed officials to ensure the timely completion of the remaining works and the operationalisation of the Kazipet Railway Manufacturing Unit as per schedule," a press statement issued by Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL), a Navratna Public Sector Undertaking | |
| | | | Joint mock drill conducted at Ransoo Shiv Khori to strengthen security preparedness | | | |
Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 7: A joint mock drill was conducted today at Ransoo, the base camp of Shri Shiv Khori Temple, by Jammu and Kashmir Police, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Indian Army to assess and enhance coordinated response capabilities in the event of any security contingency.
The exercise focused on swift mobilisation of security personnel, coordinated area domination, civilian safety measures, effective communication, and seamless inter-agency coordination under a simulated emergency scenario. The drill was supervised by senior officers of the participating forces, who reviewed the response mechanism and operational preparedness of the security agencies. Such | |
| | | | Jammu police apprehends bootleggers | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 7: Jammu Police, continuing its sustained drive against illegal liquor trade under the ongoing Nasha Mukht Abhiyan, achieved another success by apprehending one person involved in illegal liquor smuggling activities in the jurisdiction of Police Station Khour. On 06.07.2026, a police team from Police Station Khour, while conducting naka checking at Panyali, intercepted and apprehended one person identified as: Arjun Singh S/O Surjeet Singh R/O Panyali, Tehsil Khour, District Jammu. During the naka checking, 90 quarters (180 ml each) of JK Special Whisky were recovered from his possession. In this regard, FIR No. 56/2026 under Section 48(a) of the Excise Act h | |
| | | | Major step under Nasha Mukt Abhiyan, J&K police auctions seized vehicles at DPL Reasi | | | | Early Times Report
REASI, July 7: As part of the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan and in strict compliance with the provisions of Section 52-A of the NDPS Act, District Police Reasi today conducted a public auction of seized conveyances at the District Police Lines (DPL), Reasi. During the auction proceedings, four (04) vehicles, comprising three four-wheelers and one Bullet motorcycle, seized in different NDPS cases were disposed of after following all prescribed legal formalities. The auction was conducted in a transparent and fair manner in the presence of the Drug Disposal Committee and interested bidders. The auction fetched a total amount of Rs 4,40,500 (Rupees Four Lakh F | |
| | | | Akhilesh should also speak on donations to Babri and misconduct in madrasas, his vote bank will be upset: Brajesh Pathak | | | | Early Times Report
LUCKNOW, July 7: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak, on Tuesday, targeted SP chief Akhilesh Yadav over the Ayodhya Ram Mandir donation controversy, alleging that he was indulging in appeasement and vote bank politics. Pathak said, "The SP and Congress do not have the courage to question the misconduct taking place in madrasas."
Speaking to the media, Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak referred to the SIT investigation into the Ram Mandir donation matter and stated, "The government will not spare any guilty person. An SIT inquiry is underway into the entire matter. The government is committed to ensuring that no guilty person escapes and that strict act | |
| | | | Yogi Government working to make youth skilled in line with industry demand | | | | Early Times Report
LUCKNOW, July 7: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the Uttar Pradesh Government is continuously working to connect youth with modern technology, industry requirements, and employment-oriented skills. Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Vocational Education, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Kapil Dev Agarwal, while reviewing the department's work at his office in Vidhan Bhavan on Monday, stated that the Government's objective is to make every youth skilled and provide better opportunities for employment and self-employment.
Minister Agarwal directed the officials to conduct regular reviews of all schemes being implemented by the departm | |
| | | | Abhinav Anand, President, Traders Association Trikuta Nagar, Calls on Worthy Secretary Amar Singh Club, Vijay Saraf | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 7: Abhinav Anand, President of the Traders Association, Trikuta Nagar, called on Vijay Saraf, Worthy Secretary of Amar Singh Club, in a cordial meeting to discuss the continued development and progress of the club.
During the interaction, Abhinav Anand appreciated the remarkable initiatives undertaken under the leadership of Vijay Saraf to modernize the club and enhance its facilities for members. He lauded the ongoing developmental works and the vision of creat | |
| | | | Drug Peddler arrested, 6.07 grams of Heroin sharp edge weapon recovered | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 7: Continuing its drive against drug trafficking and substances abuse, R.S Pura Police achieved one more success by recovering 6.07 grams of Heroin (Chita) like substance from the possession of Arjun Kumar @ ZEHER S/o Ravail Chand R/o Chohalla Kothey Tehsil R.S Pura District Jammu* from Agra Chak under the jurisdiction of P/S R.S Pura.
A Police team of BPP Agra Chak and P/S R.S Pura under the direction of SHO P/S R.S Pura Inspector Vikram Singh & under the o | |
| | | | VC SKUAST-Jammu Prof BN Tripathi elected fellow of Royal Society of Biology, UK | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 7: Prof. (Dr.) B. N. Tripathi, Vice Chancellor, SKUAST-Jammu, has been elected Fellow of the prestigious Royal Society of Biology, United Kingdom, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to veterinary sciences, animal health, agricultural research and higher education.
A globally acclaimed academician and veterinarian, Prof. Tripathi has held several key positions, including Deputy Director General, ICAR; Director, ICAR-National Research Centre on Camel; | |
| | | | District police Rajouri destroyed 11.689 kilograms of heroin worth crores | | |  Early Times Report
RAJOURI, July 7: District Police Rajouri today destroyed 11.689 kilograms of heroin seized in FIR No 178/2024 registered at Police Station Nowshera under Sections 8/21/22/27A/29 of the NDPS Act and Sections 111/238 of BNS.
The destruction was carried out after obtaining the requisite destruction order under Section 52-A of the NDPS Act from the Hon'ble Court. The seized contraband was disposed of through scientific incineration in the presence of the High-Level Drug Disposa | |
| | | | Babri structure replaced by Ram Mandir, causing pain to SP and Congress: CM Yogi | | |  Early Times Report
PRATAPGARH, July 7: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath sharply criticised the leaders of the Samajwadi Party and Congress, holding up a mirror to them on the issues of the Ram Mandir and Waqf. He stated unequivocally, "Why do those who attack Hindu faith have their mouths sealed with Fevicol in the name of Waqf? The real pain of the SP and Congress is that where they wanted to see the symbol of slavery, the Babri structure, a temple of Lord Ram has been built instead. Even a cha | |
| | | | Bank of Baroda signs MoU with Himachal Pradesh State Electricity Board (HPSEB) | | |  SHIMLA, July 7: Bank of Baroda, one of India's leading Public Sector Banks, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Himachal Pradesh State Electricity Board (HPSEB) to offer its comprehensive Salary Account Package to the employees of the Board.
The MoU was signed in the presence of Shri. Santosh Kumar, Regional Head (Shimla Region) & Mr Junaid Khan (Regional Business Development Manager) along with Mr Prabodh Saxena (Chairman, HPSEB) and Mr. Arjun Singh Thakur (Chief Auditor, | |
| | |
|
|
| |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|