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| MLA Arvind Gupta launches drain construction work in Ward No. 39 | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Aug 8: Jammu West MLA Arvind Gupta inaugurated the construction work of a drain in Ward No. 39, marking another step towards improving civic infrastructure and addressing the longstanding concerns of local residents.
Addressing the gathering, Arvind Gupta said the project would strengthen the drainage system, improve sanitation and provide much-needed relief from waterlogging and improper wastewater disposal. “Modern and reliable civic infrastructure is essential | |
| | | | DC reviews arrangements for Har Ghar Tiranga campaign-2026 in Udhampur | | |  Early Times Report
UDHAMPUR, Aug 8: Deputy Commissioner Udhampur Minga Sherpa today convened a meeting of officers of the line departments to review the arrangements for the Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign-2026 and the commemoration of 150 years of Vande Mataram, scheduled to be observed from August 09 to 17, 2026.
The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner Prem Singh; PO Poshan Subash Dogra; GM DIC Kishore Singh Katoch; Chief Planning Officer Uttam Singh; Assistant Commissioner R | |
| | | | District level Telecom Committee meeting held | | | | Early Times Report
DODA, Aug 8: District Development Commissioner (Chairman DLTC), Doda Krishan Lal, today chaired a meeting of the District Level Telecom Committee to review the status of telecom infrastructure and network connectivity in the district.
The meeting reviewed the status of installation of mobile network towers at various locations across the district. The DDC stressed the need for expediting the installation of mobile towers in far-flung and uncovered areas, particularly in Jai and Dessa, to improve connectivity for the people living in these areas.
The DDC directed the concerned executing agencies to expedite the ongoing work and strengthen mobile network connectivity i | |
| | | | CM Yogi Adityanath showers flowers on devotees of Bholenath | | |  Early Times Report
Meerut, Aug 8: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath showered flowers of devotion on the devotees of Bholenath on the Dashami Tithi of the holy month of Shravan. Along with Gorakshpeethadhishwar, Meerut MP Arun Govil, who played the role of Lord Ram in the Ramayana television serial, and all other public representatives showered rose petals on Shiva devotee Kanwar pilgrims, honoring their faith. Flowers were also showered from a helicopter on Shiva devotees all along the Kanwar r | |
| | | | Rajouri admin finalizes arrangements for Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign-2026 | | | | Early Times Report
RAJOURI, Aug 8: Additional Deputy Commissioner Rajouri Ravi Kumar Sihag today chaired a meeting in the Conference Hall of PWD Dak Bungalow to review and finalize arrangements for the Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign-2026 and Commemoration of Vande Mataram (Phase-III).
The ADC emphasized the need for coordinated efforts by all concerned departments to ensure effective implementation of the campaign across the district. It was decided that a district-level programme shall be organized as part of the campaign, while the Rural Development Department was directed to organize similar programmes at Panchayat level to ensure wider public participation and outreach. The officers were | |
| | | | SMVDU Scholar Himani Gupta Awarded Ph.D in Chemistry | | |  Early Times Report
Katra, Aug 8: Ms. Himani Gupta, daughter of Sh. Rajesh Gupta and Smt. Rita Gupta, resident of Ramkot, Kathua, has been declared qualified for the award of the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Chemistry. She carried out her doctoral research on the topic “Development of Multi- component Strategies for the Synthesis of Novel Heterocyclic Compounds using -oxodithioesters” under the supervision of Dr. Anil Kumar, Associate Professor and Head, School of Biotechnology, Shr | |
| | | | Dps Jammu students strike gold at district performing arts Championship | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Aug 8: Students of Delhi Public School, Jammu brought laurels to the school with their outstanding performances at the District Performing Arts Championship–2026, organized by Harman Dance Academy on 19th July, 2026, at Katra, Jammu & Kashmir.
Demonstrating exceptional talent, dedication, and artistic excellence, the students secured Gold Medals in various dance categories:
• Vridhi Mehra (Class V-G) – Gold Medal in Western Dance Style (Junior Category)
• Shivany | |
| | | | GDC Ramgarh conducts Swachhata, Plogathon activity in Swankha | | |  Early Times Report
Ramnagar, Aug 8: The NSS Unit ‘Prabha’ of Government Degree College (GDC) Ramgarh organized a Swachhata and Plogathon activity as part of its community outreach initiative, involving NSS volunteers in a cleanliness drive along the community route and streets in the village of Swankha.
The programme was conducted under the esteemed guidance of the Principal, Dr. Meeru Abrol and was coordinated by NSSPO Dr. Snobar. The Principal appreciated the enthusiasm and dedication of | |
| | | | GDC Vijaypur organizes Signature Campaign on Swachhata Abhiyaan | | | | Early Times Report
Vijaypur, Aug 8: On the occasion of India’s 80th Independence Day, the NSS Unit (Khidmat) of Government Degree College, Vijaypur organized a “Signature Campaign on Swachhata Abhiyaan” on the college campus. Guided by the core NSS motto, “Not Me But You,” the initiative aimed to foster a culture of cleanliness, community service, and civic responsibility among youth and faculty members.
Principal Dr. Sanjeet Kaur graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. In her address, Dr. Sanjeet Kaur commended the enthusiasm of the NSS volunteers. She formally launched the Signature Campaign by placing the first signature on the dedicated pledge banner, reaffirming the college’s commi | |
| | | | 37th Provincial Sports meet concludes | | |  Early Times Report
Udhampur, Aug 8: The two-day 37th Provincial Sports Meet, organised at Sant Ishwar Bhartiya Vidya Mandir Higher Secondary School, Nainsu, Udhampur, concluded successfully in an atmosphere of enthusiasm, discipline, sportsmanship, and patriotism. The valedictory ceremony was held with great dignity and grandeur.
The closing ceremony was graced by Shri Mam Chand Mittal Ji, District President, as the Chief Guest. Shri Harvilas Bhardwaj, Member, Bharatiya Shiksha Samiti; Shri | |
| | | | SCERT, Jammu commemorates 6th Anniversary of NEP 2020 | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Aug 8: Reaffirming its unwavering commitment to the transformative vision of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) J&K, Jammu under the dynamic leadership of Dr. Naseem Javaid Chowdhary JKAS Director, SCERT J&K and able guidance of Prof (Dr.) Sindhu Kapoor Joint Director- SCERT J&K , organized a Two-Day Webinar titled “Shiksha Ka Naya Adhyae” to commemorate six remarkable years of NEP 2020 under the national theme “Six Years of NEP 2020: Transforming Education for Viksit Bharat@2047” w.e.f. 7th-8th August,2026. The webinar aimed to highlight the transformative vision of NEP 2020 and its role in | |
| | | | Sadal displaced families remain homeless after 13 years | | |  Early Times Report
Udhampur, Aug 8: The displaced families of Sadal village have been waiting for permanent rehabilitation for the past 13 years, but their long-pending demand for land and shelter remains unresolved.
The affected families recently approached District Congress Committee (DCC) President Sumeet Magotra and apprised him of the hardships they have been facing.
They informed him that a list of 38 persons had originally been prepared for allotment of land, but later 11 names wer | |
| | | | Blsks celebrates 21st foundation day | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 8: The 21st Foundation Day of Bhartiya Lok Sangeet Kala Sansthan (Lok Bharti) was celebrated here at the premises the Institute of Bhartiya Lok sangeet Kala Sansthan, Durga Bhawan Janipur Jammu with fun and fare , joined by the senior colleagues of Song and Drama Division, Central Bureau of Communication, Parsar Bharti, AIR, Govt. of India and founder Dr. Mohan Lal Dogra transported audiences to an eventful journey of 21 years of BLSKs, unfolding mind blowing | |
| | | | DG rural sanitation reviews SBM(G) Implementation | | |  Early Times Report
RAJOURI, Aug 8: Director General, Rural Sanitation, J&K, Anoo Malhotra (JKAS) today chaired a comprehensive review meeting in Rajouri to take stock of the progress achieved under the Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) [SBM(G)] and assess the implementation of rural sanitation interventions across the district.
The meeting was attended by Assistant Commissioner Panchayat, Rajouri, Mohd Rafiq, Block Development Officers of the district, Assistant Engineers, Junior Engineers, c | |
| | | | Jammu police arrests drug peddler in R.S. Pura | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 8: Continuing its sustained drive against drug trafficking under the Nasha Mukt Jammu Abhiyaan, Jammu Police arrested a suspected drug peddler and recovered approximately 10 grams of heroin (Chitta)-like substance from his possession in the R.S. Pura area.
Today, at about 1930 hours, a police party of Police Station R.S. Pura established a naka at Badhyal Brahmana Road as part of routine checking and surveillance. During checking, one person identified as Anshu | |
| | | | Induction Week concludes at MCM with infotainment extravaganza | | |  Early Times Report
Chandigarh, Aug 8: The Induction Week at Mehr Chand Mahajan DAV College for Women culminated in a vibrant Infotainment Extravaganza, bringing together music, dance, interaction and celebration in a fitting finale to the institution’s welcome programme for the new batch. Organised under the aegis of the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), the Induction Week was aimed at acquainting newcomers with the ethos, academic environment, values and diverse opportunities offered | |
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