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| Sunder Gems & Jewels Premium Pop-Up inaugurated in Jammu amidst the gracious presence of AWWA members | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Oct 12: The Premium Pop-Up of Sunder Gems & Jewels - House of Luxury was inaugurated at Gandhi Nagar, Jammu, in an atmosphere of elegance and warmth.
The occasion brought together distinguished guests and members of the Army Wives Welfare Association (AWWA), celebrating not only fine craftsmanship and luxury but also women's entrepreneurship, self-reliance and social responsibility.
The inauguration was graced by Kuwarani Dr Ritu Singh, Founder and Chairperson of t | |
| | | | DG Prosecution J&K addresses prosecution fraternity of UT | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Oct 12: The new Director General (DG) of Prosecution, Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir Sunita Kargotra today underscored the need to strengthen the prosecution system through professional excellence, institutional discipline/strengthening, accountability and effective coordination among Prosecutors across the Union Territory.
In her maiden address to the Prosecutors of UT of J&K after taking over as the DG, Sunita Kargotra emphasised the pivotal role of the Prosecu | |
| | | | J&K DyCM assures swift relief and restoration after record-breaking rains in Jammu | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Oct 12: Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Monday expressed concern after record-breaking rainfall and flooding caused extensive damage across Jammu city, assuring swift relief and restoration of damaged infrastructure Jammu received 185.6 mm of rainfall in just three hours from 8.30 am on Sunday, smashing its 71-year-old October record of 160 mm set in 1955. The downpour claimed two lives, including that of a woman, and caused extensive dam | |
| | | | Sakeena Itoo chairs 31st JKWDC Board meeting | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Oct 12: Minister for Social Welfare, Education, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, chaired the 31st meeting of Board of Directors of the Jammu & Kashmir Womens' Development Corporation (JKWDC) Limited at SKICC, today.
The meeting was attended by Secretary, Social Welfare Dr. Doifode Sagar Dattatray; Managing Director JKWDC, Purnima Mittal representatives of Planning & Finance Departments, J&K and Apex Corporations from New Delhi.
During the meeting, the | |
| | | | Amit Sharma reviews progress of DCHB under Census 2027 across all districts of J&K and Ladakh | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Oct 12: Amit Sharma, IAS, Chief Principal Census Officer (CPCO) and Director Census Operations (DCO), Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, today chaired a comprehensive hybrid review meeting with the Nodal Officers and District Coordinators of the Directorate to assess the progress of District Census Hand Book (DCHB) under ongoing Census 2027 between October 1 to October 30, 2026 in all the districts of the Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.
A detailed district- | |
| | | | Jammu police arrest two persons; Heroin-like substance and illegal weapons recovered by PS Gandhi Nagar | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Oct 12: Continuing its sustained drive against drug trafficking and illegal possession of arms, Jammu Police arrested two persons during a patrolling operation in the Industrial Estate area of Digiana.
On 06.10.2026 at about 1745 hours, a police party of Police Post Digiana, led by I/C PP Digiana, was conducting patrolling near Highway Road, Pillar No. 91, opposite UCO Bank, Digiana. During patrolling, the police party noticed two persons moving suspiciously. On noti | |
| | | | Celebrity singers Aminder Bobby, Chaman lehri enthralled the audience in AIDSC | | Navratra Festival's All India Devotional Competition inagurated | |  Early Times Report
KATRA, Oct 12: All India Devotional Song Competition as a part of Navratra Festival 2026 being organized by SMVD Shrine Board, Deptt. of J&K Tourism, PTC Network in association with SMVD Super Speciality Hospital, J&K Bank, Nice Gems, Nidheesh Builders Jammu Pvt. Ltd. 927 Big FM, Yog Ashram Complex with active support of District Administration and the local host Community was inaugurated at Yog Ashram Complex alongwith Navratra Festival in the evening by lighting of a tradi | |
| | | | Biggest accusation of vote theft in India's history lies on Omar Abdullah's family: LoP Sharma | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Oct 12: Leader of Opposition Sunil Kumar Sharma on Monday said the biggest allegation of vote theft in India lies on Omar Abdullah's family.
Talking to reporters, Sharma said the Abdullah family is facing the biggest allegation of vote theft in the country.
"If allegation of vote chori is to be put on someone, it is on the 1987 rigging. When Farooq Abdullah was made Chief Minister after stealing votes," he said.
Sharma said 1987 rigging is an example not only in | |
| | | | Mamta Yadav assumes charge as Director Information | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Oct 12: Mamta Yadav, IAS today assumed the charge as Director Information, Jammu and Kashmir, and held an introductory interaction with officers and officials of the Directorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR).
During the interaction, the Director underscored the pivotal role of the Information Department in ensuring effective communication between the Government and the public, emphasizing the need for transparency, accuracy, timeliness and wider outre | |
| | | | One day training under IHIP-IDSP of Medical Officers & Medical College doctors held | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Oct 12: The State Surveillance Unit, Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP), Jammu Division, Directorate of Health Services (DHS), Jammu, organised a one-day training programme for Medical Officers from all districts of Jammu Division and doctors from Government Medical Colleges of the division to strengthen disease surveillance, early detection of outbreaks and public health response under the IDSP-Integrated Health Information Platform (IHIP).
The trainin | |
| | | | SKUAST-Jammu's Veterinary Students Embark on North India Educational Tour | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Oct 12: Under the dynamic leadership and guidance of Prof. B.N. Tripathi, Hon'ble Vice-Chancellor SKUAST-Jammu, the B.V.Sc. & A.H. Batch of 2021 of the Faculty of Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry (F.V.Sc. & A.H.), Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu (SKUAST-Jammu), has embarked on a North India Educational Tour from October 12 to 17, 2026, aimed at providing students with practical exposure to the latest advancements in v | |
| | | | 538th Monday theatre at Pacca Talab Jammu | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Oct 12: EK SATH RANG MANDAL today presented its 538th MONDAY Theatre in Jammu at JMC Park, Pacca Talab, Jammu, with a new progressive NUKKAD AGAINST DRUG ADDICTION ("NASHA NAHI NAASH HAI, JEEWAN KA VINASH HAI").
A social worker with his members gives a sincere message of awareness that addiction is NOT an intoxication but is a destruction of life.
Gulab Chand, a social worker, says and warns that substance abuse or addiction is often mistakenly viewed as a momentary | |
| | | | Igniting Aspirations: IIT Jammu hosts students from GDC Kargil, Ladakh | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Oct 12: The Outreach Section of the Indian Institute of Technology Jammu facilitated an academic visit by approximately 41 B.Sc. second-year students from Government Degree College (GDC), Kargil, belonging to the disciplines of Biotechnology, Biochemistry, and Physics. The visit aimed to familiarize students with research activities, laboratory facilities, and higher education opportunities at the Institute.
During the visit, students explored the Physics Laboratory | |
| | | | State Cancer Institute, GMC Jammu Observes Breast Cancer Awareness Day and Organises E-Pledge on Nasha Mukti | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Oct 12: The State Cancer Institute (SCI), Government Medical College (GMC), Jammu, organised a series of awareness activities to mark Breast Cancer Awareness Day and promote the Nasha Mukti (drug-free India) campaign through an e-pledge and student participation. The programme was organised under the directions of Principal and Dean, GMC Jammu, Dr. Ashutosh Gupta, with the coordination of Deputy Medical Superintendent, Dr. Deepak Kumar, Dr.Sanjogita Soodan Dy.M.S Supe | |
| | | | Six SMVDU faculty feature in Stanford's Top 2% Scientists List | | | |
Early Times Report
JAMMU, Oct 12: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) proudly announces that distinguished members of its faculty have been recognised in Stanford University's prestigious Top 2% Scientists in the World list (2026 edition). Based on standardised citation metrics, the global list highlights researchers with outstanding impact and visibility in their fields.The recognised faculty are Dr. Vineet V. Tyagi, Associate Professor, School of Physics, working in Energy and Sustainability; Dr. Bharat Bhushan Jindal, Associate Professor, School of Civil Engineering, specialising in Construction Materials; Dr. Mir Irfan Ul Haq, Associate Professor, School of Mechanical Engineeri | |
| | | | Indian Army strengthens Army - Awan connect through Panch & Sarpanch meet at Goha, Doda | | | | Early Times Report
DODA, Oct 12: The Indian Army organised a Panch and Sarpanch Meet at Goha, Doda on 11 October 2026, as part of its ongoing community outreach initiatives under Operation Sadbhavana. The interaction aimed to strengthen the Army - Awaam bond, enhance mutual trust and promote coordination with local representatives.
The meeting provided a platform for constructive discussions on security, infrastructure development, civic amenities, education, healthcare and employment opportunities. Local representatives shared their concerns, aspirations and suggestions for improving the welfare and development of the region.
During the interaction, participants were sensitised on vario | |
| | | | MLA Arvind Gupta inaugurates development works worth Rs 70 Lakh in Jammu West | | | |
Early Times Report
JAMMU, Oct 12: MLA Jammu West Arvind Gupta has initiated development works worth Rs 70 lakh across Ward Nos. 24 and 27, reaffirming his commitment to strengthening civic infrastructure and addressing the long-pending demands of residents.
In Ward No. 24, lane and drain works worth Rs 30 lakh in the Dhoop Factory area were started to improve civic amenities and address the long-standing demands of the local population. The works are aimed at improving drainage facilities and providing better infrastructure to residents.
Similarly, development works worth Rs 40 lakh were started in Ward No. 27, marking another step towards improving basic amenities and strengthening lo | |
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