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| BJP betrayed trust of Jammu people, failed to fulfil promises during "double engine" era: Sadhotra | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 3: National Conference Additional General Secretary and former Minister Mr. Ajay Kumar Sadhotra today accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of misleading the people of Jammu and Kashmir, particularly those of the Jammu region, by failing to fulfil the promises it made during successive elections and during the period of its governance and influence from 2014 to 2024, including the period of gubernatorial rule, like 15 lakh to each family, 2 crores employment to | |
| | | | Devyani Rana announces on spot Rs 15 lakh out of CDF for Public Projects at Nagrota Main Bazaar | | |  Early Times Report
NAGROTA, Aug 3: Demonstrating her commitment towards inclusive development and responsive governance, Devyani Rana today undertook an extensive tour of the Nagrota Main Market in the Nagrota Assembly Constituency to inspect various ongoing and completed development works.
Responding immediately to the genuine demands raised by the public, Devyani Rana announced an on-the-spot allocation of ?15 lakh for various development works, including the covering of the main nallah at | |
| | | | Governor Kavinder Gupta calls for people's movement for environmental conservation | | |  Early Times Report
SHIMLA, Aug 3: The Governor of Himachal Pradesh, Shri Kavinder Gupta, today called for transforming environmental conservation into a people's movement, asserting that every tree planted and nurtured today would become a lasting legacy for future generations. He urged citizens, particularly the youth, to actively participate in protecting nature while also taking the lead in building a drug-free society.
The Governor was addressing a plantation drive organised under the cam | |
| | | | Military-Civil Integration Vital for Strong Defence: Rajnath Singh | | |  Early Times Report
LEH, Aug 3: As the Defence Forces are marching towards greater jointness with renewed vigour, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has underlined the need to deepen integration between the military and civil components of the Ministry of Defence to foster greater synergy within the defence ecosystem to tackle evolving security & technological challenges, while ensuring institutional memory, stability, and the effective application of rules and regulations. Addressing the 85th Ar | |
| | | | Morning Walkers felicitated Er Mengi | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 3: Today the Gandhinagar Greenbelt Morning Walkers Association felicitated its senior member Er Lalit Mengi on his 84th birthday. A large number of Mengi sahib's former colleagues & friends also participated in the felicitation function. On behalf of the Association, the Chief Organiser Vijay Phoa presented a planter to Er Mengi while Er JBS Johar, Mohinder Gupta & K B Jandial presented their own bouquet, garland & Angvastr. S. Jain read Spasnama listing qualitie | |
| | | | Jammu police and BSF conduct joint anti-tunnel search operation along International Border Allah | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 3: As part of the ongoing efforts to strengthen border security and maintain heightened vigilance along the International Border, a joint Anti-Tunnel Search Operation was conducted today in the border area of BOP Pittal under the jurisdiction of Border Police Post Allah.
The operation was carried out jointly by Jammu Police and the 101 Battalion, Border Security Force (BSF). Theu teams conducted a thorough search of the designated area to detect any suspicious ac | |
| | | | Sakeena Itoo leads mega outreach programme of Social Welfare department at Baramulla | | |  Early Times Report
BARAMULLA, Aug 3: The Social Welfare department today organized a mega awareness camp at Baramulla for all the three districts of North Kashmir viz; Baramulla, Kupwara and Bandipora to promote awareness for saturation of more than 25 welfare schemes being implemented by the department.
Minister for Social Welfare, Education, Health & Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, was the chief guest during the camp, which was also attended by Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural D | |
| | | | Rekha Mahajan calls upon women to lead social change at IWC Jammu Tawi installation ceremony | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 3: BJP Jammu and Kashmir Vice President Rekha Mahajan today attended the installation ceremony of the Inner Wheel Club Jammu Tawi as the Chief Guest at Hotel Asia, Jammu. During the ceremony, Jaswant Kour was formally installed as President of the club for the year 2026-27, along with her new team.
The ceremony was organised under the leadership of outgoing President Vanita Kohli. Dr Santosh Gupta, PDC, officiated as the Installing Officer and formally administer | |
| | | | University of Jammu organizes INNOVTALKS on Vegetables for Nutritional Security Amid Climate Change | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 3: The Institution's Innovation Council (IIC), University of Jammu, in collaboration with the Department of Botany, on Sunday organized an INNOVTALKS lecture on the theme, "Vegetables for Nutritional Security in the Face of Climatic Change - Way Forward," at the Seminar Hall of the Department of Botany, University of Jammu. The lecture was delivered by Dr. Surinder K. Tikoo, President, Academy of Indian Horticulture, Bengaluru, and an accomplished plant breeder an | |
| | | | Apni Party presses for ameaning talks between centre and J&K people | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 3: Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari on Monday chaired a high-level provincial meeting in Jammu, where senior leaders and party functionaries from across the region deliberated on the prevailing political situation, public grievances, governance issues and some important organisational matters.
According to a press release issued by the party here, the participants briefed the party president on the prevailing political situation, pressing public i | |
| | | | 27 Trainees Successfully Complete Training on Soft Toy Making and Selling | | |  Early Times Report
RAMBAN, Aug 3: SBI Rural Self Employment Training Institute (RSETI), Ramban, today organized the valedictory function of its Training programm on Soft Toy Making and selling, marking the successful completion of training by 27 aspiring candidates.
The programme concluded with a certificate distribution ceremony, where the certificates were presented by Tanish Basnotra, Branch Manager, State Bank of India, Ramban, who graced the occasion as the Chief Guest.
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| | | | Shri Machail Mata Yatra witnesses smooth pilgrim movement | | | | Early Times Report
KISHTWAR, Aug 3: Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar Pankaj Kumar Sharma today visited Machail Mata temple and conducted a detailed review of the arrangements put in place by the District Administration for the convenience and safety of the pilgrims. The annual Shri Machail Mata Ji Yatra 2026 was resumed on July 28, witnessing increasing footfall of devotees from across the country.
He interacted with locals and assessed the ground situation while reviewing the effectiveness of the infrastructure and services being made available for the smooth and successful conduct of the yatra.
The DC reviewed key arrangements, including parking facilities, transportation, water supply, po | |
| | | | Court rejects bail to accused linked to JeM's Nagrota strike | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 3: A Special NIA Court in Jammu has rejected the bail application of Syed Munir-ul-Hassan Qadri, an accused in the 2016 Nagrota Army Camp terror attack case, observing that the seriousness of the allegations, prima facie material and the possibility of influencing key witnesses did not justify his release at this stage.
Special Judge NIA Cases, Jammu, Prem Sagar dismissed the bail plea after considering the arguments advanced by the defence and the National Investigation Agency.
The case relates to the November 29, 2016 armed attack on an Army camp near Baleeni Bridge in Nagrota, Jammu, in which seven Army personnel were killed and government property was d | |
| | | | Power shut down | | | |
Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 3: Executive Engineer Elect. Division-I, JPDCL Parade Jammu has informed that the power supply near Swastik Lab, Dalpatian Mohalla DC Office Road, Khatikan Talab, Shahidi Chowk will remain affected from August 04 to 25, 2026 from 9 am to 4 pm daily "As and When required basis". (On alternate Days).
Similarly, the power supply to New DTR near Mandir Pandoka Chowk will remain affected on August 04, 08, 12, 16, 20 and 24 from 9 am to 1 pm daily" As and When required basis.
Likewise, the power supply to Gali No. 2, 3, 5, near ITI College-I, ITI College-II, ITI College-III, ITI College-IV, ITI College-V, Kailash Nagar-I, Kalash Nagar-II, near NHAI Office-I, NH | |
| | | | CDS addresses participants at fourth edition of Tri-services future warfare course | | | | Early Times Report
LEH, Aug 3: The Fourth Edition of the Tri-Services Future Warfare Course commenced at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi on August 03, 2026, with the Chief of the Defence Staff (CDS), General N.S. Raja Subramani, delivering the keynote address at the inaugural session.
In his address, the CDS focused on the changing character of warfare and the growing influence of emerging technologies on military operations. He emphasised the importance of anticipating future security challenges and developing the ability to respond effectively across multiple operational domains.
The CDS highlighted the increasing role of artificial intelligence, cyber capabilities, autonomous systems, | |
| | | | 171 Guns Sent on Forged Permit: Himalaya Arms Proprietor Gets One-Year Jail | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 3: A Jammu court has sentenced the proprietor of M/s Himalaya Arms Company to one-year imprisonment for dishonestly using a forged transport permit to send 171 double-barrel guns from Jammu to Kanpur for proof testing. Chief Judicial Magistrate Jammu, Munish K. Manhas, awarded the sentence to Vinay Kumar Verma after holding him guilty of an offence under Section 471 of the Ranbir Penal Code, which deals with fraudulent or dishonest use of a forged document as genuine.
The court, however, acquitted Verma of the charge under Section 420 RPC, observing that the prosecution had failed to prove that his act caused, or was likely to cause, damage or harm to the bod | |
| | | | Power shutdown by KPDCL | | | |
Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Aug 3: Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL has informed that the Shutdown of 33 kV Rangreth Wanbal Doodhganga Tapline will be observed due to which power supply to Kralpora, Wanbal, SIDCO and adjoining areas will be affected from 10 AM to 12 Noon on 09 August 2026.
Similarly, shutdown of 33 kV Cheshmashahi-TRC-Nedous line will be observed due to which power supply to CM residence/ Dy. CM residence/ Rabita House/ DC Residence and adjoining areas of Gupkar area (Gupkar, Church Lane, Radio Kashmir, CD Hospital, Kohnakhan, JK Bank Head Office, Lal Chowk, Chief Justice Residence and adjoining areas. Regal Chowk, IMPA, Banquet Hall, MLA Hostel and adjoining areas | |
| | | | Farooq, Omar conveyed condolences | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 3: National Conference President Dr Farooq Abdullah and Vice President and Chief Minister J&K Omar Abdullah expressed grief over the passing away of Mr Ramlal District Vice President Reasi and Mr J.P Singh Block President Kathua and conveyed condolences to the bereaved families. In their messages, Dr Farooq Abdullah and Mr Omar Abdullah prayed for peace to the departed souls and expressed solidarity with other members of the families. In the condolence message, General Secretary Haji Ali Mohammed Sagar, Ajay Kumar Sadhotra Additional General Secretary , Rattan Lal Gupta Provincial President Jammu Province, Sheikh Bashir Ahmed Provincial Secretary, Babu Rampal | |
| | | | Govt approves Rs 10.95 crore for restoration, upgradation of shrines | | | |
Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Aug 3: The Government of Jammu & Kashmir has approved two projects worth Rs 10.95 crore for the preservation, restoration and upgradation of two prominent religious sites in Anantnag district.
An amount of Rs 5.03 crore has been approved for the restoration and renovation of Ziyarat Sharief Khiram, while Rs 5.92 crore has been sanctioned for the repair and renovation of Shiv Mandir, Thajiwara, Bijbehara. The projects aim to preserve the sanctity, heritage and architectural character of these revered places of worship while upgrading essential infrastructure to provide a better experience for devotees and visitors. The approvals are part of the Chief Minister | |
| | | | One-Week Orientation on Contemporary IT Skills Begins for DYD Students | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 3: The Skill Incubation Innovation Entrepreneurship Development Centre (SIIEDC), University of Jammu, on Monday commenced a one-week workshop on Information Technology (IT) Skills for Semester-I students of its flagship Design Your Degree (DYD) Programme.
The workshop aims to provide students with a strong foundation in Information Technology and equip them with essential digital competencies required in today's technology-driven world.
The inaugural session was attended by newly admitted DYD students and faculty members associated with the programme. The workshop has been designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of Information Technology, computat | |
| | | | CM Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab Vidhan Sabha pays tributes to departed souls | | | | Early Times Report
CHANDIGARH, Aug 3: The Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab Vidhan Sabha, on Monday paid heartfelt tributes to departed souls who had passed away since the last session of the Assembly.
During the onset of Monsoon session of the 16th Punjab Vidhan Sabha, the House paid respects to the departed soul of former MLA Sahi Ram Bishnoi, Martyr Sepoy Sarabjit Singh, Freedom Fighter S. Seva Singh, Olympian Randhir Singh, Lyricist and Writer Bhula Ram, popularly known as Chann Goraya, S. Manjeet Singh Dhos (Uncle of MLA Devinderjeet Singh Laddi Dhos) and S. Bhupinder Singh Pahra (Uncle of MLA Barindermeet Singh Pahra). On the recommendation of MLA Sarvjit Kaur Manuke, th | |
| | | | Indian Army organised a month long plumbing skill development programme | | | |
Early Times Report
AKHNOOR, Aug 3: Reinforcing its commitment towards community development and youth empowerment, the Indian Army recently launched a month long plumbing skill development programme for local youth of village Rajwal as part of its civic outreach initiatives under Operation Sadhbhavana. The programme aims to equip participants with practical plumbing skills, enhancing their employability and enabling them to pursue sustainable livelihoods. Participants are being introduced to modern plumbing techniques, installation and maintenance of water supply systems, use of plumbing tools, safety standards and basic repair and troubleshooting methods.
The initiative is designed to | |
| | | | Orientation of Masters, MBA and PhD Students at NIPER held | | | | Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Aug 3: National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER) SAS Nagar conducted its orientation programme of newly admitted Masters, MBA and PhD Students at NIPER SAS Nagar today i.e. on 03.08.2026. The orientation started with the address by the Director, NIPER Prof. Dulal Panda. In his address he said that it is the students' day today, he congratulated to students for getting admission in oldest NIPER. He told the students to consider it as their dream home. He informed the students that placement record of the NIPER SAS Nagar's students is very good. He further mentioned that the Institute has started two new courses i.e. Masters in Biopharm | |
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