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| AHA Jammu chapter holds general body meeting at Jammu Club | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 5: The Academy of Hospital Administration (AHA), Jammu Chapter, convened its General Body Meeting today at Jammu Club, Jammu, with a focus on reviewing the Chapter's past performance, assessing ongoing initiatives and charting a comprehensive roadmap for expanding its academic, professional and capacity-building activities across the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. The meeting witnessed the participation of the senior leadership, members of the Executive Body and other members of the Chapter. The deliberations centred on strengthening the role of AHA as a professional platform for promoting excellence in hospital administration, healthcare management, inst | |
| | | | Make local purchases this Diwali, strengthen India's economy: Pardeep Sharma | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Nov 5: Under the BJP's Atmanirbhar Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan, the Swadeshi Apnao, Vocal for Local campaign is being actively promoted across Jammu South district. The primary objective of this initiative is to take the vision of Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji for Swadeshi and a self-reliant India to every household, while encouraging local products, small-scale industries, traders and traditional artisans.Speaking on the occasion, BJP District Jammu South Publicity Secretary Pardeep Sharma said that Swadeshi is not merely a campaign but a powerful people's movement aimed at strengthening India's economy, generating employment and promoting self-relian | |
| | | | M. Suleman Choudhary-IPS, IGP Traffic J&K chairs meeting with traffic officers | | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, Nov 5: Shri M. Suleman Choudhary, IPS, Inspector General of Police, Traffic J&K, today chaired a meeting with senior Traffic Police officers to review traffic arrangements for the forthcoming Diwali celebrations, winter preparedness in Kashmir and along the National Highway, identify traffic congestion points and accident-prone locations, assess enforcement measures and review road accident hotspots/blackspots. The meeting also deliberated upon various measures aimed at preventing road accidents, easing traffic congestion and strengthening traffic regulation and enforcement across Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting was attended in-person by Shri Mohd Rashid Bhat, | |
| | | | Diwali Dazzles, Bhai Duj Bonds, Bandi Chhor inspires: HPS turns into a sea of light, love and pride | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu/Samba, Nov 5: The campus of Humanity Public School was transformed into a radiant abode of light, devotion, culture and joy as the school celebrated the grand triveni of festivals - Diwali, Bhai Duj and Bandi Chhor Diwas - with great enthusiasm, reverence and festive splendour.
The celebration was a beautiful blend of spirituality, language, music and dance, reflecting the true spirit of Diwali - the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance - while also honouring the sacred bond of Bhai Duj and the glorious message of freedom of Bandi Chhor Diwas.
The event began on a divine and pious note with the traditional Aarti of Goddes | |
| | | | Press Club Jammu pays tribute to Madan Mantoo | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Nov 5: The Press Club Jammu has expressed profound grief over the demise of veteran journalist and former Deputy Director, Information and Public Relations Department, Madan Mantoo, who passed away on Wednesday following a cardiac arrest.
At a condolence meeting held under the chairmanship of Press Club Jammu President Sanjeev Pargal, office-bearers, Executive Committee members and other members paid rich tributes to the departed soul and recalled his valuable contributions to journalism and public relations.
While expressing their condolences, members fondly remembered Mantoo's cordial relations with the working journalists during his tenure as Deputy Directo | |
| | | | BJP's political manoeuvres must not disturb the peaceful atmosphere of J&K: RL Gupta | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 5: Rattan Lal Gupta, Provincial President, Jammu Province, J&K National Conference, expressed serious concern over the political developments following the recent press conference of Ram Madhav, in which he reportedly made remarks regarding BJP's support to Rahullah.
Gupta said that the BJP should refrain from indulging in political activities that could disturb the peaceful atmosphere of Jammu and Kashmir. He observed that J&K is a sensitive border region, and maintaining peace, stability and communal harmony must remain the collective responsibility of every political party.
He cautioned that such political distractions could adversely affect the interests | |
| | | | Div Com Jammu reviews status of land acquisition cases of BSF, CRPF | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 5: Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Vikas Kundal today chaired a meeting to review the progress of land acquisition and transfer cases pertaining to the BSF, CRPF in the Jammu Division.
During the meeting, the Divisional Commissioner reviewed the progress of land acquisition by J&K Police for accommodating BSF companies and the identification of suitable state land for the establishment of five additional BSF battalions in Jammu, Kathua, Udhampur and Reasi districts.
The meeting also discussed land-related issues concerning BOPs, the proposed 135-feet border fencing and pending cases involving the acquisition and transfer of state land to CRPF and other securi | |
| | | | General Post Office holds awareness programme on POSB, PLI Schemes at J&K Resident Commission | | | | Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Nov 5: An awareness programme on Post Office Savings Bank (POSB) and Postal Life Insurance (PLI) schemes was conducted by a team from the General Post Office (GPO), New Delhi, at the Office of the Resident Commission, Government of Jammu and Kashmir, New Delhi.
The initiative was aimed at promoting the financial literacy and familiarising the officers and officials with various government-backed savings and insurance schemes.
The visiting team, headed by Aparna Shandilya Assistant Director and her team, delivered an informative presentation on the features, benefits and eligibility criteria of various savings and insurance products offered by the Department | |
| | | | Major crackdown against illegal mining by Samba police, seizes 19 vehicles including 14 dumpers | | | | Early Times Report
SAMBA, Nov 5: Samba Police in a major crackdown against illegal mining has seized eighteen (19) vehicles including fourteen (14) dumpers across the district which were being used for illegal transportation/mining of the construction material.
Police teams headed by SHO PS Ghagwal, SHO PS Viajypur, SHO PS Ramgarh and In-charges of Police Posts Mansar, Rakh Amb Talli, Supwal & Goran of PS Samba, Incharge Police Post Rajpura of PS Ghagwal and Incharge Police Post Utterbehani of PS Purmandal while performing patrolling duty in their jurisdictional areas have seized fourteen dumpers bearing registration Nos. JK21G-8000, JK21H-9291, JK08R-8812, JK21G-7817, JK21J-6799, JK21B- | |
| | | | Kartar Public School celebrates “Diya and Dreams 2.0” - Diwali celebration | | | | Early Times Report
KATHUA, Nov 5: Kartar Public School (KPS), Barnoti, Kathua, celebrated its vibrant Diwali fest, "Diya and Dreams 2.0," with great enthusiasm, joy and festive spirit. The event brought together students, parents, teachers and distinguished guests to celebrate the festival of lights while promoting cultural heritage, creativity and the spirit of Local artisans.
The celebration was graced by Er. Sunil Kesar JKPS, Additional Superintendent of Police, Kathua, and Col. Mangal Singh from Kandhari Beverages, who attended as the special guests. The occasion was further dignified by the presence of Patrons of KPS, Sdn. & S. Ranjit Singh Ji, Chairman Er. Nirmaljit Singh, and Prin | |
| | | | AIIMS Jammu hosts 4th National Conference PNNFICON 2026, promoting innovation, research and collaboration in Paediatric and Neonatal Healthcare | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 5: The College of Nursing, AIIMS Jammu, in collaboration with the Paediatric & Neonatal Nurses Forum, India (PNNFI), successfully organised the 4th National Conference, PNNFICON 2026, from October 26 to 28, 2026, at the Convention Centre, AIIMS Jammu. Centred on the theme "Pediatric & Neonatal Care in the 21st Century - Innovation, Research, Collaboration," the three-day national conference provided an important platform for advancing knowledge, strengthening professional competencies and fostering collaboration in paediatric and neonatal nursing care.
The conference witnessed the participation of nursing professionals, academicians, researchers and students | |
| | | | HC pulls up Dharmarth Trust over 'Baseless' allegations, rejects recall plea | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 5: Taking serious exception to allegations concerning the functioning of the judiciary, the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has dismissed an application filed by the J&K Dharmarth Trust seeking recall of an earlier judgment in a long-pending industrial dispute, observing that the plea was grossly misconceived and contained factually baseless assertions.
Justice M.A. Chowdhary, while dismissing CM No. 3228/2026 in OWP No. 796/2005, expressed concern over allegations suggesting that the Court had reserved a judgment for several months before pronouncing it without proper hearing or updating of proceedings.
The Court pointed out that the judgment in qu | |
| | | | Prof Unniappan delivers insightful research seminar on endocrinology and metabolic health at Jammu University | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 5: The Department of Zoology, in collaboration with the University Science Instrumentation Centre (USIC), University of Jammu, organized an insightful postgraduate teaching lectures and a research seminar by Prof. Suraj Unniappan, Professor and Centennial Enhancement Chair in Comparative Endocrinology at the University of Saskatchewan, Canada.
Appreciating the proactive approach of the department of Zoology and USIC, Prof. Umesh Rai, Vice Chancellor, University of Jammu, acknowledged that such initiatives strengthen the teaching and research aptitude of the students.
He said that such international academic exchanges provide great exposure to the students an | |
| | | | Successful operation of special unreserved train between Srinagar and Katra and back to Srinagar with passenger convenience | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 5: Keeping in view the extra rush of passengers during the festivals, the Jammu Division of Northern Railway today, on 05 November, successfully operated special unreserved train No. 04690/04689 between Srinagar and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra with passenger convenience. Through this special service, more than 500 passengers in both directions availed smooth and safe travel.
Today, on 05 November, train No. 04690 was operated from Srinagar and train No. 04689 was operated from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra. The operation of these trains provided great relief to passengers travelling from Srinagar, Anantnag, Banihal to Katra. This special service proved extrem | |
| | | | J&K Grameen Bank conducts Mega Financial Literacy Camp under DFS Saturation Campaign | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 5: To promote financial inclusion, social security schemes, digital banking awareness and financial literacy among the public, a mega camp under the Saturation Campaign of the Department of Financial Services (DFS) organized by Jammu and Kashmir Grameen Bank in coordination with the Reserve Bank of India at Village Salehar, Tehsil Bishnah, District Jammu on 04th November 2026.
The Camp was presided over by Sh. Prabhakar Jha, Regional Director (RBI-Jammu). Key dignitaries attending the Camp included Sh. Lalit Parkash (Chairman, Jammu and Kashmir Grameen Bank), Sh.Ram. Sarup (Deputy General Manager, RBI), Smt. Vibha Gupta (Deputy General Manager, RBI) and Sh. | |
| | | | No statutory right to appeal against certified copy refusal: Court | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 5: Holding that an appeal is a creation of statute and cannot be maintained against an administrative or procedural order unless specifically provided under law, the Court of 1st Additional District Judge, Jammu, has dismissed an appeal challenging the refusal to issue a certified copy of a registered sale deed along with its annexures.
1st Additional District Judge Amarjeet Singh Langeh, while dismissing the appeal filed by Advocate Sanjay Raina, observed that an order rejecting an application for issuance of a certified copy does not fall within the category of appealable orders prescribed under the Code of Civil Procedure (CPC).
The appellant had approach | |
| | | | Senior Cong leaders visit injured Congress leader Balbir Singh in GMC | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 5: Senior Congress leaders of JKPCC visited Government Medical college Hospital Jammu today to enquire about the condition of senior Congress leader and last contested candidate of party in Nagrota Assembly Shri Balbir Singh who was seriously injured in a murderous assault yesterday.
Working President Shri Raman Bhalla ,Chief Spokesperson Ravinder Sharma, Incharge PCC HQ Ved Mahajan besides Th Romal Singh, Ram Mangotra and Rakesh Sharma visited GMC hospital Jammu today and met the injured leader and enquired about his condition who has received serious injures in the attack by a government engineer in Nagrota constituency yesterday giving him severe head in | |
| | | | CU Jammu Economics Students visit Sarveshwar Group | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 5: The Department of Economics, Central University of Jammu, organised an industrial visit to Sarveshwar Group, Bari Brahmana, Jammu, for the students of the Integrated B.Sc.-M.Sc. Economics programme.
The visit was organised to provide students with first-hand exposure to the functioning of an agro-based food-processing enterprise and to help them relate classroom concepts to practical industrial operations. It enabled them to observe the value chain through which agricultural produce is transformed from raw material into a finished, market-ready product.
During the visit, the Sarveshwar Group team familiarised students with the various stages of rice proc | |
| | | | DPS Jammu’s Jasnoor Kour strikes gold at Jammu Inter-School Taekwondo Championship | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 5: Bringing laurels to her school, Jasnoor Kour, a student of Class V-J at Delhi Public School, Jammu, delivered an outstanding performance at the Jammu Inter-School Taekwondo Championship 2026, organised by the J&K Sports Taekwondo Association. The championship was held on 25 October 2026. Displaying exceptional talent, discipline, confidence and determination, Jasnoor secured two podium finishes in the championship, showcasing her prowess in both the Poomsae and Speed Kicking events. She clinched 1st Position (Gold Medal) in Poomsae and 2nd Position in Speed Kicking, making her school proud with her remarkable achievement.
The management of DPS Jammu, M.K. | |
| | | | Govt SPMR College of Commerce organises first-ever Diwali fest | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 5: Govt. SPMR College of Commerce successfully hosted its first-ever Diwali Fest, marking a historic and vibrant milestone in the institution's history. Organised under the able guidance of the Principal, Prof. (Dr.) Sunil Gupta, the 2026 festival transformed the campus into a lively hub of creativity and business acumen. Inaugurating the event, the Principal praised the faculty and students for their immense dedication and collaborative efforts. Emphasising his progressive vision for the institution, he noted that the festival stands as living proof that education extends beyond books and is fundamentally about building future entrepreneurs and leaders.
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| | | | Seminar on water conservation under Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari initiative organised by GDC Ramnagar | | | | Early Times Report
RAMNAGAR, Nov 5: Reflecting a strong commitment to environmental sustainability, the Nature Club and Science Club of Government Degree College (GDC) Ramnagar jointly organised a highly impactful seminar focused on water conservation. The academic event was aligned with the Government of India's prominent initiative, Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari, aimed at fostering community-driven water management practices.
The seminar was organised under the guidance and patronage of Principal Prof. Daljeet Singh Manhas, who commended the clubs for addressing an issue of global and local urgency. The event was meticulously structured under the convenorship of Prof. Sumita Rao (Convenor, | |
| | | | GDC Bani organizes special lecture on new criminal laws in collaboration with J&K police | | | | Early Times Report
BANI, Nov 5: Government Degree College (GDC) Bani organised a special lecture on the New Criminal Laws under the patronage of the Principal, Prof. Dr. Neena Gupta, in collaboration with the Jammu and Kashmir Police Department, Sub-Division Bani.
The Programme commenced with a welcome address by Prof. Naseeb Bhagat, who introduced the resource person, Dy. SP Amin Bhat, SDPO Bani, and welcomed him with a bouquet in the presence of the college faculty members.
In his informative and insightful lecture, Dy. SP Amin Bhat elaborated on the newly introduced criminal laws and highlighted their relevance in the present-day legal and social scenario. He familiarized the students | |
| | | | Diwali Mela celebrated with great enthusiasm at GDC, Kathua | | | | Early Times Report
KATHUA, Nov 5: Government Degree College (GDC), Kathua, celebrated a vibrant and colourful Diwali Mela on November 5, 2026, with great enthusiasm and festive spirit. The event witnessed the participation of more than 500 students, who came together to celebrate the festival of lights through creativity, entrepreneurship, cultural performances and joyful interaction.
The mela commenced with the ribbon-cutting ceremony by the worthy Principal, Prof. Dr. Manohar Lal, followed by the traditional lighting of the ceremonial lamp, symbolising the triumph of light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance. Thereafter, the Principal, accompanied by the Head of the Department of | |
| | | | Cultural extravaganza marks mini-founders' day at PPS Nabha | | | | Early Times Report
NABHA, Nov 5: The Punjab Public School, Nabha ushered in the festivities for its 66th Founders' Day in grand style today with the Mini-Founders' Day celebrations, which featured a vibrant and spirited Variety Entertainment Programme.
The cultural evening was presided over by Hon'ble Justice Jasgurpreet Singh Puri, Judge of Punjab & Haryana High Court, a distinguished alumnus of the school, who graced the occasion as the chief guest.
The packed auditorium was treated to an enchanting line-up of performances. A melodious orchestra opened the evening, followed by a PowerPoint presentation that offered a vivid glimpse into the many activities and achievements of the school | |
| | | | Awantipora police organises debate competition on "Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan" | | | | Early Times Report
AWANTIPORA, Nov 5: As part of its sustained efforts to combat drug abuse and promote a drug-free society, Police District Awantipora organised a debate competition on the theme *"Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan"* at Government Degree College, Tral. The programme was attended by senior officers of Police District Awantipora, faculty members of Government Degree College, Tral, and a resource person from the Drug De-addiction Centre, Tral. The competition witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, who shared their views on the harmful consequences of drug abuse, its adverse impact on individuals, families and society, and the need for collective efforts to eradicate th | |
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