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| Five promoted PSK9 squad officials decorated with new ranks by SSP SCW, Jammu | | | |
Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 8: Sanjay Parihar, JKPS, SSP Special Crime Wing, Crime Branch Jammu, today decorated five newly promoted officials of PSK9 Squad, Sunjwan, with their new rank insignia at a brief and dignified ceremony.
Four officials namely: 1. SgCt Kewal Krishan, 2. SgCt Avinash Chander, 3. SgCt Kuldeep Singh and 4. SgCt Sandeep Bali, have been promoted as Head Constables, while Constable Amar Sahil has been promoted as Selection Grade Constable.
Congratulating the promoted officials, SSP SCW Jammu described the promotions as recognition of their dedication and service. He urged them to continue discharging their duties with commitment, professionalism and renewed enthu | |
| | | | Notorious drug peddler booked under PITNDPS Act by Samba police | | | | Early Times Report
SAMBA, July 8: Taking stringent action against notorious drug peddlers/ smugglers involved in illicit narcotics trade, Samba Police has booked a notorious drug peddler under the provisions of "Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances" (PITNDPS) Act for his continuous involvement in spreading drug menace in the area and lodged him in District Jail Jammu.
The notorious drug peddler detained under PITNDPS Act has been identified as Kuljit Singh @Kalu S/o Bharat Singh R/o Sanoora tehsil Rajpura district Samba. The said drug peddler has been involved in multiple cases registered under NDPS Act at Police Station Ghagwal of district Samba for | |
| | | | Woman mauled by wild bear in Poonch | | | |
Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 8: A woman was severely injured after being attacked by a wild bear in a hamlet in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district on Wednesday, officials said.
The woman, identified as Tazeem Akhtar, was attacked outside her residence in Arai village of Mandi tehsil, they said.
She sustained grievous injuries and was initially taken to the sub-district hospital in Mandi before being referred to the district hospital in Poonch for specialised treatment, they said. Repeated bear attacks in the area have triggered panic among residents, who have appealed to the wildlife department to immediately capture the wild animals and take preventive measures to avert further inc | |
| | | | Counter fake narratives fiercely: CEC to poll officials | | | | Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, July 8: Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar on Wednesday cautioned poll officials over the rising tide of false narratives on social media, urging them to proactively counter the spread of misinformation. Addressing the officials, he emphasised that passive monitoring is no longer enough.
He stated that administrative teams must engage swiftly to neutralise fake news before it distorts public perception.
Defending the integrity of the democratic process, Kumar pointed to the record-breaking voter turnouts in recent assembly elections as a definitive counter-narrative to critics.
He noted that the historic levels of public participation serve a | |
| | | | Power shut down in several areas | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 8: Chief Engineer (Distribution), JPDCL Jammu has informed that the power supply to Nai Basti, Gajansoo and adjoining areas will remain affected on July 09 from 6 am to 12 noon.
Similarly, the power supply to Chatha Mill, Chatha Pind, Brij Nagar, SKUAST, Chatha Bhour, Lower Gadigarh, Dharap, Indranagar, Sudan Heart Care, Airport and adjoining areas will remain affected on July 09 from 6 am to 10 am.
Likewise, the power supply to Chakroi, Pindi, Hansa, Satriyan, Flora, BOP, Tanda, Kirpind, Seed Farm, Paper Mill, Dablehar, Badyal, Chowalla and its adjoining areas will remain affected on July 09 from 6 am to 11 am.
Similarly, the power supply to Udhampur Town | |
| | | | Pipping ceremony held at ZPHQ Jammu | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 8: A piping ceremony was held at the Zonal Police Headquarters (ZPHQ), Jammu, in a simple yet impressive function to mark the promotion of Head Constable Bodh Raj Thakur. On the occasion Bhim Sen Tuti, IPS, Inspector General of Police (IGP), Jammu, pipped the promoted official with his new rank. Congratulating him, the IGP Jammu conveyed his best wishes and stated that every promotion is not only an elevation in rank but also brings greater responsibility, accoun | |
| | | | Reasi police continues legal action against narcotics network | | |  Early Times Report
REASI, July 8: Reasi Police, under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan, continues to take firm legal action against those involved in narcotics-related offences and the conveyances used for the commission of such crimes.
On 07.07.2026, Reasi Police obtained an order under Section 52-A of the NDPS Act from the Hon'ble Munsiff Court, Katra, for the disposal of a conveyance involved in an NDPS case.
The order pertains to the disposal of an Auto Three-Wheeler bearin | |
| | | | SSP Jammu Joginder Singh conducts crime and security review meeting | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 8: Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Jammu, Shri Joginder Singh, chaired a crime review meeting at District Police Lines (DPL), Jammu, to assess the overall crime situation, law and order, and security arrangements across the district.
The meeting was attended by all Zonal Superintendent of Police (SP's), Sub-Divisional Police Officers (SDPOs), Deputy Superintendents of Police (DySPs), Station House Officers (SHOs), In-charge Police Posts (ICPPs), and other | |
| | | | DC Ramban reviews Telecom Services, Directs expedited coverage of shadow areas | | |  Early Times Report
RAMBAN, July 8: Deputy Commissioner Ramban Mohammad Alyas Khan, today chaired a meeting of the District Level Telecom Committee to review the overall telecom services and signal coverage scenario across the district. The meeting focused on ensuring seamless and reliable connectivity, particularly in remote areas and along the National Highway. The meeting was attended by Colonel Mandeep Sheokand, Additional Deputy Commissioner Varunjeet Singh Charak, Divisional Engineer, BSN | |
| | | | DyCM Surinder Choudhary, Rattan Lal Gupta ramps up 'Delhi Chalo' campaign | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 8: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference senior leader and Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on wednesday said the restoration of statehood has emerged as the defining demand of the people of Jammu and Kashmir, asserting that the party's proposed "Delhi Chalo" protest on July 20 is a decisive push against the Centre's prolonged delay in honouring its commitment.
Addressing public meetings at Udhampur Chaired by Sunil Verma District President Udhampur | |
| | | | MLA Baldev Raj Sharma inaugurates Tractor Road 100 KVA transformer at SC Mohalla | | |  Early Times Report
KATRA, July 8: MLA, Baldev Raj Sharma, today inaugurated the construction work of a Tractor Road at SC Mohalla, Panchayat Latori Dhanori, Block Katra, District Reasi, being executed under the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) at an estimated cost of Rs 9.14 lakh. On the occasion, the MLA also inaugurated a newly installed 100 KVA Transformer at SC Mohalla, Ward No. 3, constructed at a cost of Rs 19.72 lakh, fulfilling another long-pending demand of the local residents.
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| | | | Police arrests two main accused within hours in assault case on NHW-44 near Dugger Haveli Samba | | |  Early Times Report
SAMBA, July 8: In a swift action demonstrating commitment towards public safety and law enforcement, Samba Police has arrested two main accused within hours involved in an assault case on NHW-44 near Dugger Haveli crossing within the jurisdiction of Police Station Samba.
On 07.07.2026, a written complaint was lodged at Police Station Samba by Jamal Din S/o Shah Din R/o Chak Gadhdri tehsil and district Kathua. The complainant stated that he alongwith Julfa D/o Billu R/o Chak | |
| | | | Iltija Mufti seeks preservation of cave shrine of Amarnath | | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, July 8: PDP leader Iltija Mufti on Wednesday said quality and preservation of the cave shrine of Amarnath must take precedence over quantity as the ongoing annual yatra crossed the one-lakh mark in the first five days of the pilgrimage.
More than 1.15 lakh pilgrims have paid obeisance at the ice lingam of Lord Shiva at the 3,880-metre-high cave shrine so far.
"According to official figures over 1.13 Lakh performed darshan in the first five days itself. Which means an average of 22,000 per day while the SC (Supreme Court) limit it to 10,000 a day. Quality & preservation of the holy cave must take precedence over quantity & disappearance," she said on X.
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| | | | Arvind Gupta slams 'Unjustifiable Delay' in WDC construction, seeks CM's Intervention | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 8: Launching a scathing attack on the executing agencies over the prolonged delay in the construction of the Government Degree College (Women) building at Bhagwati Nagar, Jammu West MLA Arvind Gupta has accused the authorities of "gross negligence, administrative apathy and lack of accountability," saying the future of hundreds of students is being compromised despite crores of rupees having already been released for the project.
During his visit to review the project, Gupta said the college building, whose construction began in 2021 and was scheduled for completion by December 2023, remains only 35-40 percent complete, even after more than two years beyond | |
| | | | 3 BKI operatives held with 6 hand grenades, 12 pistols In Amritsar | | | | Early Times Report
CHANDIGARH, July 8: Three alleged operatives of the proscribed Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) were arrested with six hand grenades and 12 sophisticated pistols as the Punjab Police busted an illegal arms and explosives smuggling module in Amritsar, police chief Gaurav Yadav said on Wednesday.
According to Yadav, the Director General of Police (DGP), Punjab, the arrested have been identified as Chintu, Jobanpreet Singh, and Gurpreet Singh alias Gopi -- all residents of Kakkar village in Amritsar.
The recovered cache includes eight .30 bore pistols, four 9 mm pistols and nine live cartridges. Police also impounded the car allegedly used to transport the consignment.
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| | | | 17th EPS Industry Connect - The Energy Exchange concludes successfully in Jammu | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 8: The 17th Edition of EPS Industry Connect - The Energy Exchange, organized by Industrial Outlook in collaboration with Jammu & Kashmir Energy Development Agency (JAKEDA), concluded successfully at Radisson Blu, Jammu, bringing together over 250+ policymakers, industry leaders, renewable energy developers, EPC companies, manufacturers, investors, utilities, and technology providers to discuss the future of clean energy in the Union Territory.
The conference, th | |
| | | | J&K police arrested absconder at Billawar, evading arrest since 7 years | | |  Early Times Report
KATHUA, July 8: J&K Police Kathua under the overall supervision of *SSP Kathua Ms. Mohita Sharma IPS*has arrested an absconder in connection with a case registered at Police Station Billawar during the year 2019 and executed the arrest warrant issued by the Hon'ble Additional Special Mobile Magistrate Court Billawar under Section 512 Cr.P.C. The absconder was evading his arrest from the last seven (07) years. A team of Police Station Billawar led by SHO Billawar under the su | |
| | | | Reasi police books overloaded mini-bus driver for reckless driving; vehicle seized | | |  Early Times Report
REASI, July 8: Reasi Police has once again demonstrated its firm commitment towards ensuring road safety by taking strict legal action against a commercial passenger vehicle driver for reckless overloading and endangering the lives of passengers.
On 08.07.2026, a police team of Police Check Post (PCP) Sool, Police Post Kakryal, while performing routine traffic checking and patrolling duties, noticed a commercial Mini-Bus being driven in a rash and negligent manner. Upon ins | |
| | | | Special arrangements for security, convenience, service for Pilgrims at Jammu Railway Station Continue | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, July 8: To provide a smooth, safe and dignified travel experience to pilgrims arriving from across the country for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026, Northern Railway, Jammu Division has made special arrangements at Jammu Railway Station on a war footing. All necessary arrangements have already been ensured by the Division so that passengers do not face any kind of inconvenience.
At Jammu Railway Station, Railway officers and supervisors are continuously present and mon | |
| | | | Sewa Samiti Akhnoor organises Bhandara to pay tribute to founders, social workers | | | | Early Times Report
AKHNOOR, July 8: Sewa Samiti (Vrid Ashram), Akhnoor Organised Bhandara in Loving Memory of Late Dev Raj Wadehra (Founder), Late Krishan Gopal Gupta and Late Dr. Pardeep Gupta
Sewa Samiti (Vrid Ashram), Akhnoor organised a Bhandara at Main Bazaar, Pacca Danga, Akhnoor, in the loving memory of its founder, Late Dev Raj Wadehra, Late Krishan Gopal Gupta, and Late Dr. Pardeep Gupta.
Patron Dr. Tilak Raj Gupta was the chief guest on the occasion. The members of the Samiti paid heartfelt tributes to the departed noble souls, who were dedicated social workers and played a pioneering role in establishing the Old Age Home at Hari Mandir Ghat, Akhnoor, in the 1990s.
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| | | | DC Inaugurates Langar for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatris | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, July 8: A mega langar has been inaugurated at the Tawi River Front, Jammu, organised by Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra Welfare Society to serve devotees undertaking the sacred Shri Amarnath Yatra. The langar was formally inaugurated by Deputy Commissioner (DC) Jammu, Rakesh Minhas. On the occasion, the National Executive President of the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra Welfare Society, Rajkumar Goyal, said that the society’s objective is to provide better facilities to Amarnath pilg | |
| | | | CBI arrests two postal employees for siphoning off over Rs 1 crore in Mysore | | | | Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, July 8: Two Postal Department employees have been arrested by the CBI for allegedly siphoning off around Rs 1.3 crore from the post office savings accounts of 44 customers in Mysore by misusing their login credentials, officials said on Wednesday.
They allegedly transferred funds into their own accounts and those of their relatives.
The accused, a postal assistant and a postman posted at Saragur in Mysore, were arrested by the CBI's Bengaluru unit in connection with the alleged fraud, an official statement said.
The case was registered in March this year on the basis of a written complaint from the Postal Department under provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya | |
| | | | Two DU graduates preparing for UPSC held for duping elderly couple of over Rs 3 lakh | | | | Early Times Report
GURUGRAM, July 8: Two Delhi University graduates preparing for the UPSC examination have been arrested for allegedly duping an elderly couple in Gurugram of more than Rs 3 lakh, police said on Wednesday.
The accused allegedly siphoned off Rs 3,14,800 from the woman's bank account through multiple unauthorised UPI transactions before losing the entire amount on an online betting and gaming platform, police said.
The arrested men were identified as Uttar Pradesh natives Manvendra (26) and Abhishek Kumar Maurya (25), who was staying in Delhi's Dhirpur. Both are Geography (Hons) graduates from Delhi University and were preparing for the UPSC examination, the police said. M | |
| | | | Health Department organises Health Screening Camp | | |  Early Times Report
DODA, July 8: Continuing its commitment to safeguarding the health of commercial vehicle drivers and helpers, the Health Department Doda today organized a Preventive Health Screening Camp at Pul Doda.
The camp was held on the directions of the Deputy Commissioner Doda Krishan Lal under the guidance of the Chief Medical Officer Doda, Dr. Vinod Sharma and in coordination with the ARTO Doda.
The initiative aimed to promote preventive healthcare, facilitate early detection o | |
| | | | DPCC rolls out Dust Portal 2.0 to tighten monitoring of construction-related pollution | | | | Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, July 8: All construction and demolition projects will be required to submit periodic compliance reports, install air quality sensors and provide live camera feeds for real-time monitoring under the Delhi Pollution Control Committee's (DPCC) upgraded Dust Portal 2.0.
In a bid to strengthen oversight of dust pollution from construction activities, the DPCC has issued a user manual for Dust Portal 2.0, an upgraded version of its Dust Pollution Control Self-Assessment Portal.
According to the user manual of the portal, all construction and demolition projects with a plot area of 500 square metres or more are required to register on the platform, which has been | |
| | | | Hardeep Singh hands over appointment letters to 52 newly recruited employees | | | | Early Times Report
Chandigarh, July 8: Punjab Water Supply and Sanitation Minister S. Hardeep Singh Mundian today handed over appointment letters to 52 newly recruited candidates of the department.
Congratulating the appointees during a function held at Punjab Bhawan, the Cabinet Minister said that these appointments would not only help bridge the manpower shortage in the department but would also play a crucial role in ensuring the timely execution and completion of ongoing as well as upcoming development projects.
The Cabinet Minister informed that the recruitment of these 52 candidates has been carried out under the government’s compassionate appointment policy. The newly appointe | |
| | | | PM Modi likely to flag off country's first hydrogen train from Haryana's Jind on July 17 | | |  Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, July 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to flag off the country's first hydrogen train from the Jind railway station in Haryana on July 17, sources in the railway ministry said.
"As of now, we have received confirmation from the PMO that Prime Minister Modi will flag off the hydrogen train from Jind on July 17," a senior railway official said.
With two driving power cars and eight passenger coaches, the train has undergone extensive trials at speeds rangi | |
| | | | Director Panchayati Raj reviews RGSA progress, orders time-bound completion of PGs | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, July 8: Director Panchayati Raj, Jammu and Kashmir, Riyaz Ahmad Wani, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the physical and financial progress of various components under the Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA) and set firm deadlines for the completion of pending works and targets.
The meeting was attended by Assistant Commissioners Panchayat (ACPs), Under Secretary, Mohammad Arshad, Executive Engineers and SPRC/DPRC team.
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| | | | DC conducts public outreach programme at Kulwanta | | |  Early Times Report
UDHAMPUR, July 8: Deputy Commissioner Udhampur Minga Sherpa today conducted an extensive tour of the remote Block Kulwanta in Sub-Division Ramnagar and held a Public Outreach Programme to listen to the grievances and developmental aspirations of the people.
The programme was attended by SDM Ramnagar Swati Sheemar, IAS Probationer Dr. Shagun Singh, district officers, former PRI members and a large number of locals from various adjoining panchayats of Block Kulwanta.
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| | | | SDM chairs Sub-Division Level Disaster Preparedness cum Coordination meeting at Gool | | | | Early Times Report
RAMBAN, July 8: Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Gool Imtiaz today chaired a Sub-Division Level Disaster Management and Coordination Meeting to review disaster preparedness, strengthen inter-departmental coordination and ensure effective relief measures for natural hazards such as floods, landslides and cloudbursts in the sub-division.
The meeting was attended by Tehsildar Harjeet Singh, SDPO Kuldeep Raj, Naib Tehsildar Inktikhab Ahmed, Sub-Divisional Agriculture Officer (SDAO) Sanjay Sharma, AEE Jal Shakti Rakesh Soni, AEE PMGSY Naveed Aslam Khan, AEE PWD Tanveer Ahmed and representatives from 23 RR Gool, Beacon Mahore and Batote. Officers from Health, PDD, FCS&CA, SDRF | |
| | | | Additional Third AC Coach to be attached to Jammu Rajdhani Express | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, July 8: Considering the increasing number of pilgrims arriving for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026 and for darshan at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra, Northern Railway, Jammu Division has decided to provide better facilities to passengers. In this regard, one additional Third AC coach will be temporarily attached to Train No. 12426 Jammu - New Delhi Rajdhani Express.
This additional coach will be attached to the Jammu Rajdhani Express from 17 July 2026 to 20 July 2026. W | |
| | | | Administration retrieves 35 kanals of State land in Bani Sub-Division | | | | Early Times Report
KATHUA, July 8: The Sub-Divisional Administration Bani today conducted a major anti-encroachment drive at Sarthal and retrieved around 35 kanals of prime State land from illegal occupation.
The drive was conducted under the supervision of Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Bani, Sundeep Kumar, with the active participation of the Tehsildar Bani, SHO Bani, Range Forest Officer Bani and Social Forestry Officer.
During the operation, the joint team retrieved 35 kanals of State/Social Forestry land falling under Khasra No. 192 by removing crop cultivation reportedly raised by one Babu Din on the encroached land. State land signboards were also installed on the retrieved land | |
| | | | Power Shut down by KPDCL | | | |
Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, July 8: Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL has informed that the Shutdown of 33 kV Bemina-Fateh Kadal line and 33 kV Bemina-Barbarshah line will be observed due to which power supply to K.K. Mohalla, Nowpora, Bohrikadal, BB Shah, Bishembarnagar, Gousia Hospital, Naisarak, Barbarshah, Exchange, Basant Bagh, Car Parking, Maisuma and adjoining areas will be affected from 08 AM to 02 PM on 09 & 13 July 2026.
Similarly, shutdown of 33 kV Budgam line will be observed due to which power supply to Budgam, Sebdan, Jawalpora, Budgam Town, SIDCO, Housing Colony, Railway Station, Budgam, NIFT and adjoining areas will be affected from 08 AM to 02 PM on 11, 13 & 16 July | |
| | | | Power supply system has become symbol of reliability under Yogi Govt | | | | Early Times Report
Lucknow, July 8: Under the guidance of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the power supply system in Uttar Pradesh has become increasingly reliable and consumer-centric. The Yogi Government’s objective is not only to provide uninterrupted electricity to the people of the state but also to ensure the prompt and effective resolution of consumer complaints. As a result, Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (UPPCL) achieved a significant milestone by successfully resolving 98.62 percent of electricity-related complaints registered in June.
With the Yogi Government’s effective monitoring and accountable functioning, the state’s power supply system has continued to strengt | |
| | | | DC presides over Block Diwas at Bonakoot | | |  Early Times Report
BANDIPORA, July 8: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, on Wednesday chaired Block Diwas at Bonakoot Block, hearing public grievances and reviewing developmental issues of the area.
The programme was attended by Program Officer ICDS, ACD, ACP, CEO, CMO, and Tehsildar Bandipora, along with Executive Engineers of R&B, PDD, PHE and PMGSY/REW, other district and sectoral officers, and a large gathering of the public.
Public issues spanned healthcare, roads, dr | |
| | | | PDP holds organisational meeting in Habba Kadal | | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, July 8: The Jammu & Kashmir People’s Democratic Party (PDP) held an organisational meeting of the Habba Kadal Zone at Naid Kadal, chaired by PDP Senior Leader and Habba Kadal Constituency Incharge Arif Laigroo. The meeting was organised by Zone President Tufail Ahmad Bhat.
The meeting reviewed the party’s organisational activities in the constituency and discussed various public issues affecting residents of Habba Kadal. Addressing party workers, Arif Laigroo directed ward presidents to intensify public outreach in their respective wards and remain closely connected with the people to understand and highlight their day-to-day concerns.
Laigroo said that t | |
| | | | VC inaugurates RAMP programme at KU North Campus | | | | Early Times Report
BARAMULLA, July 8: Vice Chancellor, University of Kashmir, Prof. Neelofer Khan, today inaugurated a Management Development Programme (MDP) under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) initiative at the University of Kashmir, North Campus, Delina, Baramulla.
The programme is one of the two MDPs launched in Baramulla under the RAMP initiative, with a total participation of 44 aspiring and existing entrepreneurs.
Addressing the inaugural session, Prof. Neelofer Khan appreciated the efforts of the Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI) in organizing such developmental programmes and emphasized that promoting entrepreneurship is th | |
| | | | Bhalla leads Cong protest at Akhnoor to expose chanda chor, seek resignation of Edu Minister | | |  Early Times Report
AKHNOOR, July 8: A massive protest was held by Congress party at Akhnoor to expose the " Chanda Chori" in holy Ram Temple at Ayudhia, seeking exposure, arrest and punishment to all culprits through SC monitored probe besides seeking resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over repeated paper leaks.
Led by PCC Working Raman Bhalla alongwith JK Congress Chief Spokesperson Ravinder Sharma, Contested candidate Prof Ashok Bhagat, Seva Dal Chief Vijay Sha | |
| | | | Ashish Kundra undertakes Two-Day tour of Changthang | | | |
Early Times Report
Leh, July 8: Chief Secretary, UT Ladakh, Ashish Kundra undertook a two-day tour of Changthang district to assess the progress of developmental works, inspect key public infrastructure projects, and interact with residents across several remote villages, including Korzok, Puga, and Kharnak.
The Chief Secretary was accompanied by Administrative Secretary, School Education Department, Bhanu Prabha; Administrative Secretary, Public Works Department, Baseer-ul-Haq Chaudhary; Deputy Commissioner, Changthang, Nitish Kumar; Superintendent of Police, Changthang, Abbass Jafari; Chief Engineer, Power Development Department, Tsewang Paljor; Assistant Director, Sheep Husbandry | |
| | | | Div Com Kashmir chairs multi-disciplinary meeting on traffic management | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, July 8: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, today chaired a multi-disciplinary meeting to review traffic management initiatives and monitor the progress of key road infrastructure projects aimed at improving traffic flow and urban mobility across Srinagar.
The meeting was attended by the Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Commissioner Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC), Vice Chairman Srinagar Development Authority (SDA), Regional Transport Officer (RTO) K | |
| | | | Indian Army organises Marathon against drug abuse at Peeri | | |  Early Times Report
RAJOURI, July 8: The Indian Army organised a Marathon against Drug Abuse at Piri under the Sadbhavana Outreach Programme to spread awareness about the harmful effects of substance abuse and promote a healthy, drug free society. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation of 125 participants, including youth, students and local residents, who joined hands to support the message of fitness, discipline and positive living.
The marathon encouraged young people to stay away f | |
| | | | DC Kupwara reviews progress under HADP, JKCIP, functioning of KKGs | | | | Early Times Report
KUPWARA, July 8: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara, Shrikant Suse, today chaired a review meeting to assess the functioning of Kisan Khidmat Ghars (KKG) in the district and the progress achieved under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) and the Jammu and Kashmir Competitiveness Improvement Project (JKCIP).
During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner reviewed the operational status of Kisan Khidmat Ghar Centres, with particular emphasis on Common Service Centre (CSC) onboarding, capacity building of Krishi Udyamis (KUs), delivery of services and revenue generation.
A detailed review was also conducted of the district’s performance against the prescrib | |
| | | | BBMB Celebrates 50th Foundation Day of BSL Project | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, July 8: The 50th Foundation Day of the Beas–Sutlej Link (BSL) Project was celebrated with great dignity at Pandoh Dam by the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) on 07 July 2026.
On this occasion, the Hon’ble Chairman, BBMB, Er. Manoj Tripathi, Member (Irrigation), and other senior officers paid floral tributes at the Martyrs’ Memorial in honour of those who made the supreme sacrifice during the construction of the project. This was followed by the performance of a | |
| | | | IIT Jammu showcases young research talent through RISE-UP 2026 poster presentation | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 8: The Centre for Essential Skills (CES), Indian Institute of Technology Jammu, successfully organized the RISE-UP 2026 Internship Programme Poster Presentation, providing a platform for interns from across the country to showcase the outcomes of their two-month research journey under the mentorship of IIT Jammu faculty members.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from 90 interns, who had been selected through a highly competitive process from over 2, | |
| | | | Playgrounds best defence against drugs: Amrit Bali | | | |
Early Times Report
RS PURA, July 8: Senior Congress leader and In-charge of the R.S. Pura-Jammu South Assembly Constituency Amrit Bali on Tuesday expressed deep concern over the inadequate sports infrastructure in Tehsil R.S. Pura, stating that the absence of quality playgrounds and recreational facilities is depriving the region's youth of opportunities to channel their energy into constructive pursuits.
Addressing local residents and youth during an interaction, Bali said that despite R.S. Pura's rich sporting potential and enthusiastic young population, the tehsil lacks even a single well-developed playground that meets the requirements of aspiring sportspersons.
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| | | | Indian Army conducts medical patrol for Gujjar and Bakkarwal community in Parat | | | |
Early Times Report
RAJOURI, July 8: The Indian Army conducted a mobile medical patrol at Karma village in Parat, Rajouri to provide essential healthcare services to local residents, including members of the Gujjar and Bakkarwal community. The initiative was aimed at reaching remote areas where people often face difficulties in accessing regular medical facilities due to isolated locations and challenging terrain. The medical patrol, equipped with essential medicines and basic healthcare supplies,
provided on-the-spot medical assistance, health check-ups and treatment for common ailments. The team also distributed necessary medicines and sensitised the locals on preventive healthcare, h | |
| | | | JU Syndicate approves major NEP reforms, new academic initiatives | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 8: The University Syndicate of the University of Jammu, at its 123rd meeting held today under the chairmanship of Vice-Chancellor Prof. Umesh Rai, approved several significant academic, institutional and student-centric initiatives aimed at strengthening implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, expanding academic opportunities, promoting multidisciplinary education.
Welcoming the members to the meeting, Vice-Chancellor Prof. Umesh Rai expressed his gratitude to the members of the Syndicate for their continued guidance and valuable support in steering the University towards academic excellence and institutional development. He observed that | |
| | | | Tourist arrivals in Ladakh continue to surge; foreign tourists arrival doubled in June this year | | | | Early Times Report
LEH, July 8: The massive tourism surge in Ladakh continues to witness an impressive upward trajectory, with foreign tourist arrivals almost doubling in June this year, compared to the previous year. Compared to 3349 foreign tourists visiting Ladakh in June 2025, the number of foreign visitors has gone up to 6680 in June 2026, registering a jump of 99.46%, reflecting Ladakh's increasing popularity among international travellers seeking high-altitude adventure, culture, spirituality and sustainable tourism experiences.
Among international visitors, Israel continues to emerge as the largest source market for Ladakh, followed by Thailand, the United States, Vietnam, Germany | |
| | | | Centre intensifies preparedness as El Nino threat looms; weekly reviews underway | | | | Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, July 8: Amid uncertainty in the southwest monsoon due to the potential impact of El Niño, the Government of India, under the leadership PM Narendra Modi, is addressing the situation with comprehensive preparedness, a clear strategy, and strong ground-level action. While challenges remain, the entire system has been activated in advance and is working proactively to mitigate their impact.
Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare and Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chouhan said that after recording a 33% rainfall deficit in June, the monsoon situation has shown improvement in July, with the overall deficit narrowing to 24%. He added that several parts | |
| | | | VC SMVDU inaugurates UGC-sponsored six-day Online Short-Term Training Programme | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 8: A 6-day Online Short-Term Training Programme "EnviroWaterMat2026: Innovation for Sustainability" was inaugurated here today at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU), Katra under the UGC- Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Centre. This programme has been designed for one week in line with the Guidelines of UGC MMTTC. The programme aims to enhance academic, professional and personal competencies of faculty members working in the area of Environment, Water Con | |
| | | | SKUAST-Jammu celebrates rice transplanting | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 8: In a significant initiative to promote rice production, SKUAST-Jammu organized a Rice Transplanting Programme under AICRP (Rice), Division of Plant Breeding and Genetics. Vice-Chancellor, Prof. B. N. Tripathi, formally initiated the activity by handing over rice seedlings to field workers and commended the rice scientists for their efforts.
Dr. S. K. Gupta, Director Research, highlighted the critical role of rice in the Jammu region and urged scientists to pr | |
| | | | UPES and Government of Uttarakhand Build AI-Ready Educator Ecosystem for the Future of Learning | | |  Early Times Report
DEHRADUN, July 8: UPES, India's AI-First University, successfully concluded the first batch of the AI Training Program for Educators of Uttarakhand, organised in partnership with the Department of Higher Education, Government of Uttarakhand. The three-day Faculty Development Program was conducted by the Artificial Intelligence Transformation Office (AITO), UPES, and organised by the Department of Social Outreach, UPES at the UPES campus in Dehradun.
The program is among the | |
| | | | Indian Army conducts drug abuse awareness lecture at Mastandhara | | | | Early Times Report
POONCH, July 8: The Indian Army conducted a Drug Abuse Awareness Lecture at Mastandhara, Poonch, to educate the youth and local community about the harmful effects of substance abuse, drug addiction and smoking. The programme aimed to spread awareness on the physical, mental, social and economic damage caused by drug abuse, while encouraging young people to make informed and responsible life choices. During the interactive session, participants were sensitised about the warning signs of addiction, peer pressure, preventive measures and the importance of seeking timely guidance and support. The lecture also highlighted the role of families, teachers and community elders i | |
| | | | From Kashmir to Parliament: KU shines on national stage | | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, July 8: The University of Kashmir (KU) has secured first position at the National Level in the 17th National Youth Parliament Competition 2024-25 for Universities and Colleges, organised by the
Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs. The University was awarded the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Running Parliamentary Shield and Trophy by Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal, Minister of State (Independent Charge) of the Ministry of Law and Justice; and Minister of State in the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, during a ceremony held at the Parliament House Complex, New Delhi.
The KU team impressed the judges with its understanding of parliamentary procedures, constitutional values, and d | |
| | | | LPU emerged as highest gold winning contingent at inaugural World Yogasana Championship with 12 gold medal | | | | Early Times Report
JALANDHAR, July 8: Eight athletes from Lovely Professional University (LPU) emerged as the championship's most successful university contingent, winning 12 gold medals at the inaugural World Yogasana Championship in Ahmedabad. Their exceptional performance accounted for 12% of India's record 102 gold medals, helping the nation finish atop the medal standings with 114 medals. The championship brought together 522 athletes from 79 countries, marking a significant milestone for Yogasana as a globally competitive sport.
Behind LPU's stellar win at the World Championship were a series of exceptional individual performances. Abhishek won two gold medals in Artistic Pair and | |
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