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| Martyrs’ sacrifices inspire sporting events in J&K: DGP Prabhat | | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, Oct 29: Paying tribute to 1,621 police martyrs, Jammu and Kashmir Police chief Nalin Prabhat on Thursday said their sacrifices continued to inspire the force’s efforts to promote peace and engage youth in positive activities, announcing Martyrs Memorial football and hockey tournaments in their honour.
Addressing the closing ceremony of the ‘Pedal Through Paradise’ cycle race organised by J&K Police at Police Golf Course, Dal Lake, Prabhat said the sacrifices of police martyrs remained a source of inspiration, while sporting activities helped promote discipline, fitness and a healthy lifestyle among young people. He said cycling was not merely a symbol of fit | |
| | | | New batch of IPS officers to be attached with MHA before Probation | | | | Early Times Report
New Delhi, Oct 28: In a first, a recently passed-out batch of IPS officers will be attached to the Union Home Ministry before proceeding on probation and subsequent posting in their respective cadres, officials said on Wednesday.
The 78RR batch, comprising 151 officer trainees, including 16 foreign officers from neighbouring countries, recently completed Phase-I training at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy (SVPNPA), they said.
Sources said a programme has been organised at Vigyan Bhavan on Thursday for the attachment of the 2025 batch (78RR) with the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
Addressing the Dikshant Parade of the Regular Recruit (RR) batch | |
| | | | LG reviews preparations for observance of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas across Jammu Kashmir | | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Oct 29: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, today chaired a high-level meeting to review preparations for the observance of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) across the Union Territory of Jammu Kashmir.
The annual event commemorates the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, celebrating his monumental contribution to the unification of India.
The meeting was attended by Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo; DGP Nalin Prabhat; Additional Chief Secretary, Home Department, Chandraker Bharti; Special DG Coordination PHQ, S.J.M. Gillani; ADG CID, M. K. Sinha; ADGP Armed, Nitish Kumar; Director, Fire & Emergency Services, Alok Kumar; IGPs, Divisional Comm | |
| | | | Court rejects pre-arrest bail of SBI manager in Rs 1.78-Cr fraud case | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Oct 29: In a major setback to a State Bank of India (SBI) Manager accused of involvement in an alleged Rs 1.78-crore petrol pump fraud, the Court of 1st Additional Sessions Judge, Jammu, Amarjeet Singh Langeh, has rejected his anticipatory bail application and withdrawn the interim protection earlier granted to him.
The court observed that protection from arrest cannot be granted mechanically by overlooking the seriousness of economic offences and the prima facie evidence indicating an accused person's involvement in an alleged fraudulent scheme.
The order was passed on October 28 on an application filed by Javaid Ashraf Bhatti, a resident of Gandhi Nagar, Jammu | |
| | | | Secy RDD reviews SBM-G progress; stresses accountability, faster execution of sanitation assets | | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Oct 29: Secretary, Rural Development Department and Panchayati Raj, Ramesh Kumar, on Wednesday directed officers to intensify field inspections, expedite pending works and ensure visible improvements in sanitation infrastructure and waste management across Kashmir Division while reviewing the district-wise performance of the Swachh Bharat Mission-Grameen (SBM-G).
Chairing a comprehensive review meeting, the Secretary assessed the progress of key sanitation and waste management infrastructure, including Community Sanitary Complexes, Community Compost Pits, Community Soak Pits, Segregation Sheds, Plastic Waste Management Units, Decentralised Wastewater Treatment | |
| | | | MP GA Khatana holds public darbar at Chaklipora Anantnag | | | | Early Times Report
ANANTNAG, Oct 29: Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), Er. Gulam Ali Khatana, today presided over a Public Darbar at Government Higher Secondary School, Chaklipora, Block Chittergul, Anantnag, to listen to public grievances and address issues concerning the people.
During the Darbar, local residents, public representatives and various delegations projected their demands and highlighted issues related to basic amenities, essential services and developmental requirements.
The issues raised included power supply, drinking water, healthcare facilities, tourism, education, road connectivity, agriculture and other public utility services.
Er. Khatana gave a patient hearing t | |
| | | | HC puts J&K fire safety preparedness under scanner, seeks station-wise data | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Oct 29: Expressing concern over allegations regarding the non-implementation of firefighting policies in Jammu and Kashmir, the High Court has directed the Union Territory administration to furnish comprehensive details of existing fire stations, prescribed requirements and the classification of areas according to fire-risk vulnerability.
A Division Bench comprising Chief Justice Dr. Pushpendra Singh Bhati and Justice Yash Paul Bourney issued the directions while hearing a Public Interest Litigation highlighting alleged deficiencies in firefighting preparedness across the Union Territory.
The court sought a consolidated category-wise statement supported by an af | |
| | | | Ali Mohammad Sagar assumes office; assures focused, time-bound redressal of public grievances | | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Oct 29: Minister for Revenue, Power Development Department (PDD), Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, Disaster Management, Monitoring, Relief and Rehabilitation (DMMR), and Elections, today assumed office.
Soon after assuming charge, the Minister interacted with several deputations representing different sections of society, who called on him to highlight a range of public issues, developmental concerns and administrative grievances. The deputations apprised him of problems requiring the intervention of the concerned departments and sought appropriate measures for their early resolution.
The Minister gave a patient hearing to the deputations and took note | |
| | | | DC Udhampur reviews progress of highways, other road projects | | | | Early Times Report
UDHAMPUR, Oct 29: Deputy Commissioner Udhampur Ananth Dwivedi today reviewed the progress of work on National Highway, PMGSY and other road projects at separate meetings with officers and representatives of the National Highways Authority of India and the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited, besides Engineers of PMGSY and Public Works Department.
At the meeting with officers and representatives of NHAI and NHIDCL, the Deputy Commissioner reviewed the progress of the upgradation and strengthening of NH-44, construction of service roads and grade-separated structures and the Chennai-Sudhmahadev road.
The Deputy Commissioner directed t | |
| | | | Power Shut down by KPDCL | | | |
Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Oct 29: Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL has informed that the Shutdown of 33 kV Wanpoh Sarnal line will be observed due to which power supply to Lal Chowk, Sarnal, Iqbalabad, Laizbal, Naibasti, Khanabal, Dakbangalow, Harnag, Akhura, Nanil, Adlash, Nambal and adjoining areas will be affected from 10 am to 03 pm on 02 November 2026.
Similarly, shutdown of 33 kV Hiller Shankerpora line will be observed due to which power supply to Shankerpora, Bomdoora, Larkipora, Shrine and adjoining areas will be affected from 10 am to 03 pm on 31 October 2026. | |
| | | | AIIMS Jammu organises AIOS PrayogShala E-Connect workshop on Retina Diagnostics | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Oct 29: The Department of Ophthalmology, AIIMS Jammu, organised the All India Ophthalmological Society (AIOS) PrayogShala E-Connect Workshop on "Retina Diagnostics" on 25 October 2026 at the AIIMS Jammu Convention Centre. The workshop was organised as part of the AIOS e-PrayogShala series and featured scientific lectures by experts from leading institutions across the country, along with hands-on training in retinal diagnostic techniques.
Dr. Renu Hashia, Professor and Head, Department of Ophthalmology, ASCOMS, Jammu, discussed cataract surgery in diabetes mellitus. Dr. Shourya Vardhan Azad, Additional Professor, RP Centre of Ophthalmic Sciences, AIIMS New Delhi, | |
| | | | MP Sat Paul Sharma graces function to commemorate the 74th EPFO Foundation Day | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Oct 29: The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), Regional Office Jammu, celebrated its 74th Foundation Day in Jammu with a renewed commitment to strengthening social security, improving service delivery and expanding the reach of provident fund and pension benefits to workers and pensioners.
Sat Paul Sharma, Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha, UT of Jammu & Kashmir, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The event was attended by Sumeet Singh, Regional Provident Fund Commissioner-I, RO Jammu; Naresh Kumar Yadav, Regional Provident Fund Commissioner-II; Sunil Kumar Toura, Regional Provident Fund Commissioner-II, RO Srinagar and Tarun Singla, President, B | |
| | | | DyCM dismisses BJP's charge on representation of Jammu leaders in J&K Cabinet | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Oct 29: Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Thursday said the BJP which called Independent MLA Satish Sharma "Satish Abdullah" is now "shedding crocodile tears" over his removal from the cabinet in a recent reshuffle.
Countering the BJP's charge that the National Conference government had neglected Hindu leaders from the Jammu division, Choudhary alleged that the BJP had attempted to politically damage him and Sharma and had even branded them as "Jaichands" -- traitors -- in the past.
"I feel sad that Satish Sharma is no longer part of our cabinet. He was my colleague in the government until yesterday. But I am surprised to see the BJP shedding crocodile | |
| | | | SSP Awantipora chairs crime /security review meeting at DPO | | | | Early Times Report
AWANTIPORA, Oct 29: Irshad H. Rather-JKPS, SSP Awantipora, chaired a crime/security review meeting at the District Police Office (DPO), Awantipora. The meeting was attended by Addl. SP Awantipora; SDPOs of Awantipora, Tral and Pampore; SHOs of Police Stations Awantipora, Tral, Pampore and Khrew; Incharge Police Post Toll Plaza; IC Police Post Reshipora; Incharge Police Post Aripal; Incharge Crime Section; and other officers of DPO Awantipora.
During the meeting, follow-up action on decisions taken in previous meetings was reviewed. Various security-related measures aimed at maintaining peace and stability across Police District Awantipora were also discussed. Detailed d | |
| | | | Nikah, consent cannot wipe out POCSO charges: HC | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Oct 29: In a significant judgment concerning the application of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act to alleged consensual relationships involving minors, the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh has held that marriage, mutual affection or consent cannot automatically erase criminal liability arising from sexual relations with a person below 18 years of age.
Justice Yash Paul Bourney made the observations while dismissing a petition filed by a minor prosecutrix seeking quashing of the charge sheet against a man whom she claimed to have married through a customary Nikah.
The court held that although the circumstances of a relationship | |
| | | | SKPA organises educational visit to forensic Science Laboratory, Jammu, for trainees | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Oct 29: The Sher-i-Kashmir Police Academy (SKPA), Udhampur, organised an educational visit to the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL), Jammu, for its trainees today, with the objective of enhancing their understanding of scientific methods employed in criminal investigation and forensic analysis.
During the visit, the trainees were introduced to various specialised sections of the laboratory, including Biology, Serology, Ballistics, Cyber Forensics, Document Examination and Chemical Analysis. Experts from the respective sections briefed the trainees on the functioning of the laboratory, scientific examination of evidence, and the significant role of forensic scienc | |
| | | | 'Hunar Nama' to showcase Kashmir's rich craft heritage on DD Kashir | | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Oct 29: The Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom Kashmir has launched "Hunar Nama - The Craft Story", a dedicated television programme aimed at showcasing Kashmir's rich handicraft and handloom heritage and bringing the stories of its artisans, crafts and traditions to a wider audience.
Being undertaken under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Scheme, the programme will be telecast on DD Kashir every Friday from 8:30 PM to 9:00 PM, offering viewers an engaging insight into the craftsmanship, skills and traditions that have shaped Kashmir's distinctive craft legacy.
The programme seeks to highlight the exceptional craftsmanship of local arti | |
| | | | Annual Nagrotian Mela 2026 lights up Sainik School Nagrota with fun, food and festivities | | | | Early Times Report
NAGROTA, Oct 29: Sainik School Nagrota came alive with colour, music and festive cheer as the Annual Nagrotian Mela 2026 transformed Maj Somnath Sharma PVC Stadium into a hub of fun, food and entertainment on Wednesday evening.
Inaugurated by Principal Capt (IN) Shibu Devasia at 04:30 PM, the mela brought together an exciting mix of food stalls, games, live music, animal rides and lucky raffle draws, offering cadets a memorable evening away from their demanding academic and military training schedules.
The stadium buzzed with excitement as cadets explored a variety of food stalls, including a special food counter by SimblySouth. Cadet-run game stalls were a major attra | |
| | | | DC Pulwama reviews arrangements for Rashtriya Ekta Diwas | | | | Early Times Report
PULWAMA, Oct 29: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Pulwama, Kuldeep Krishan Sidha, today chaired a meeting at the Circuit House, Pulwama to review arrangements for the celebration of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas on October 31, 2026, with particular emphasis on the successful conduct of the Run for Unity and other activities planned across the district.
During the meeting, the DC emphasized the importance of broad-based and inclusive participation in the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas celebrations, calling upon all departments to ensure the presence of their officers, officials, support staff, volunteers and other stakeholders. He stressed that the occasion should reflect the spirit of unity and c | |
| | | | DDC Bandipora reviews progress under UT Capex, Tribal Sub Plan, DA-JGUA, DMF, CSR | | | |
Early Times Report
BANDIPORA, Oct 29: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, today chaired a review meeting at the Mini Secretariat to assess the physical and financial progress of various developmental schemes and sectoral plans across the district. The meeting reviewed progress under the UT Capex Tribal Sub Plan, Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DA-JGUA), Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), District Mineral Fund (DMF) and Revenue Capex. During the meeting, the DDC undertook a scheme-wise review of projects being implemented by various line departments and executing agencies. She was apprised of the status of completed and ongoing works, as we | |
| | | | Haryana Governor Administers Oath of Office to Satish Kumar as HPSC Chairman | | | | Early Times Report
CHANDIGARH, Oct 29: Haryana Governor Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh administered the oath of office to Satish Kumar as the new Chairman of the Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) here today.
Satish Kumar took the oath of allegiance, office and secrecy in the presence of Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, Haryana Vidhan Sabha Speaker Harvinder Kalyan and Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan. The swearing-in ceremony was held at Haryana Lok Bhawan here today.
Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi, Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Sudhir Rajpal, Additional Chief Secretary (Higher Education) A.K. Singh, Principal Secretary, | |
| | | | Samba police celebrates Rashtriya Ekta Diwas with a series of programmes to promote National Unity, constitutional values and civic responsibility | | | | Early Times Report
SAMBA, Oct 29: In observance of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day), commemorating the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, Samba Police organized a series of programmes at educational institutions across the district. The programmes aimed to promote national integration, constitutional awareness, civic responsibility, communal harmony and stronger police-public relations among students and the local community.
As part of these initiatives, a Constitutional Awareness and Civic Duty Seminar was organized at Government Degree College, Ramgarh, which witnessed enthusiastic participation from a large number of students and members of the teaching faculty. Du | |
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