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| Residents demand immediate repair and blacktopping of Shani Mandir-Dandyal Bowli/School Road | | |  ASHWANI SHARMA
Early Times Report
UDHAMPUR, Aug 13: Residents and commuters have urged the District Administration, Udhampur, and the concerned department to immediately undertake repair and blacktopping of the Shani Mandir, Ward No. 21, Dandyal to Dandyal Bowli/School Road, which has deteriorated badly and has become a major concern for locals.
The nearly one-kilometre-long stretch witnesses regular movement of students going to Dandyal School and College, besides women and other residents | |
| | | | VYS organises grand plantation drive | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 13: Vishwa Yog Sansthaan (World Yoga Institute) today organised a grand Plantation Drive at Har Ki Pauri, Bagh-e-Bahu, Jammu, under its Clean, Green & Hygienic Movement.
Speaking on the occasion, Yog Guru Acharya Dr. Karan Ji said: "Do Yoga, Plant Trees and follow a healthy Ayurvedic lifestyle. Together, these can help us live a healthier, happier and more natural life." He added that Vishwa Yog Sansthaan provides free yoga services at Har Ki Pauri, Bagh-e-Bahu, | |
| | | | Reasi police in collaboration with SMVDSB organise Tiranga Rally at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 13: Reasi Police, in collaboration with Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB), organised a vibrant Tiranga Rally at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Bhawan as part of the celebrations leading up to Independence Day, promoting patriotism, national unity and pride.
The rally commenced from Durga Bhawan and proceeded towards the New Track area. SP Katra, SDM Bhawan, DySP Bhawan, SHO Bhawan and AC CRPF, along with Police personnel, CRPF personnel and SMVDSB staff, parti | |
| | | | Mehbooba Mufti visits Rajbagh to offer condolences | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Aug 13: PDP President Mehbooba Mufti today visited Rajbagh, Srinagar, to offer her heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family of Mohammad Anwar Ashai, who passed away recently.
During her visit, Mehbooba Mufti expressed deep sorrow over the demise and conveyed her solidarity with the bereaved family at this difficult hour. She prayed for the Maghfirah of the departed soul and for Almighty Allah to grant the family strength, patience and fortitude to bear the irr | |
| | | | Shimla Mayor calls on Governor | | |  Early Times Report
SHIMLA, Aug 13: Mayor of Shimla Municipal Corporation Shri Surender Chauhan today called on the Hon'ble Governor Shri Kavinder Gupta at Lok Bhavan. It was a courtesy meeting.
Surender Chauhan apprised the Governor of various development projects and initiatives being undertaken by the Shimla Municipal Corporation.
During the meeting, the Governor also discussed various issues related to the development and civic infrastructure of Shimla city with the Mayor. Sharing his exp | |
| | | | Mohd Aslam, Commandant SDRF Jammu Flags Off Tiranga Rally-2026 | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 13: Mohd Aslam, IPS, SSP Commandant SDRF, today flagged off a Tiranga Rally 2026 from SDRF Bn. Hqrs, Jammu, marking the spirit of patriotism, national unity and pride ahead of Independence Day-2026. The rally witnessed enthusiastic participation of SDRF Personnel carrying the Tricolour with pride and spreading the message of Unity, Integrity and devotion to the Nation. The rally covered area of Green Belt Park, Gandhinagar, Panama Chowk and nearby locations to spr | |
| | | | Stage set for 80th I-Day celebrations at Red Fort | | |  Early Times Report
LEH, Aug 13: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will lead the 80th Independence Day Celebrations from the Red Fort in Delhi on August 15, 2026. The grand event is set to commemorate 150 years of the enduring legacy of the National Song 'Vande Mataram' and celebrate the energy, aspirations and pivotal contribution of 'Yuva Shakti' in driving India's journey towards Viksit Bharat by 2047. For the first time, 'Vande Mataram' will be rendered during the celebrations at Red Fort.
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| | | | Rahul Sahai, Chairman ICC, welcomes new RBI Regional Director Prabhakar Jha; raises key MSME concerns | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 13: Rahul Sahai, Chairman, Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC), Jammu Chapter, welcomed Prabhakar Jha, the new Regional Director of the Reserve Bank of India for Jammu, Kashmir & Ladakh, during RBI's 71st Empowered Committee Meeting held in Jammu.
Sahai congratulated Jha on his new responsibility and expressed confidence that under his leadership, RBI's engagement with industry and MSMEs in J&K and Ladakh would be further strengthened. He also appreciated Chander Sh | |
| | | | Reasi police in coordination with district administration organised Bike Tiranga Rally | | |  Early Times Report
REASI, Aug 13: Reasi Police, in collaboration with the District Administration and security forces including 126 BN CRPF, CISF SHEP and JKAP IRP 1st Battalion, organised a vibrant Bike Tiranga Rally under the Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign , as part of the celebrations leading up to Independence Day.
The rally commenced from General Zorawar Singh Memorial Sports Stadium, Reasi, with participants proudly carrying the National Flag and riding through the town, spreading the messag | |
| | | | L-G VK Saxena inaugurates first 24x7 artificial Ice Hockey Rink in Leh | | |  Early Times Report
LEH, Aug 13: In a major boost to winter sports infrastructure in Ladakh, Lieutenant Governor, Vinai Kumar Saxena, today inaugurated the Union Territory's first international-level artificial ice hockey rink at NDS Stadium in Leh, describing the facility as a major investment in the future of Ladakh's young sportspersons.
Built at a cost of approximately Rs 42 crore, the state-of-the-art rink is equipped with a 24x7 chilling facility, enabling ice hockey players to train thr | |
| | | | 19 JKAP IR organizes Tiranga Rally under "Har Ghar Tiranga" campaign | | |  Early Times Report
KATHUA, Aug 13: In observance of the nationwide 'Har Ghar Tiranga' Campaign, 19 JKAP IR, Kathua, organized a vibrant Tiranga Rally on 13 August 2026 to celebrate Independence Day and promote the spirit of patriotism and national unity. The rally commenced from the Battalion Headquarters, Kathua, and proceeded along the designated route to Changran Middle School, Kathua, where the programme culminated. The event was conducted in strict compliance with the directives issued by | |
| | | | Kia India launches Syros EV at attractive price of INR 7.99 lakh | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 13: Kia India, one of the country's leading mass-premium automakers, today launched its second made-in-India mass-market electric vehicle, the Kia Syros EV, starting at an attractive price of INR 7.99 lakh (Bass as a service). Reinforcing its commitment to making electric mobility more accessible, Kia has paired this pricing with one of the industry's strongest ownership propositions - an industry-best Assured Buyback programme, Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS), and a | |
| | | | DBU organises Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan Awareness Programme | | |  Early Times Report
MANDI GOBINDGARH, Aug 13: Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, awareness programme organised by Desh Bhagat University (DBU) in association with the National Institute of Social Defence (NISD) and the National Centre for Drug Abuse Prevention (NCDAP), Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MoSJE) at Pinnacle Institute of Fashion Technology (PIFT), Ludhiana.
The programme was graced by S. Sukhwinder Singh Bindra, Member, NISD and Special Invitee, NCCDR, MoSJE, as the Chief Guest. | |
| | | | Deputy Commissioner Kulgam leads Grand Tiranga Rallies | | |  Early Times Report
KULGAM, Aug 13: As part of the nationwide Har Ghar Tiranga campaign and commemoration of 150 Years of Vande Mataram and in the run-up to the Independence Day celebrations, Deputy Commissioner Kulgam, Shahzad Alam leads massive Tiranga Rallies today at Panchanpathri and Government Degree College, Kulgam.
The rallies were organized by the District Administration Kulgam in collaboration with the Subdivisional Administration DH Pora and Degree College, Kulgam to invoke the spi | |
| | | | MCM promotes healthy living and patriotism | | |  Early Times Report
CHANDIGARH, Aug 13: Victory Against Drug Abuse (VADA) Club and NSS Units of Mehr Chand Mahajan DAV College for Women organised two engaging activities to promote healthy lifestyles, national pride, creativity and social responsibility among students.
The VADA Club organised a Yogasana Competition to sensitise students to the dangers of drug abuse and encourage them to embrace healthy and physically active lifestyles. The Chief Guest, Dr. Mahender Singh, Joint Director, Spor | |
| | | | Jammu police arrests one, recovers 22 rolls of banned Chinese Gattu thread in Sandwan | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 13: In a significant crackdown on the illegal possession and supply of hazardous kite-flying material, Border Police Post Sandwan arrested one person and recovered 22 rolls of banned Chinese gattu thread (Dhaga) from his possession. The accused, identified as Harsh Gupta S/o Suresh Gupta, R/o Ghou Manhasan, was apprehended by the police team of BPP Sandwan.
In this connection, FIR No. 173/2026 U/S 223 BNS has been registered at Police Station Domana.
Preliminary investigation has revealed that the accused was allegedly involved in supplying the banned Chinese gattu thread. Further investigation is underway.
Police have reiterated that banned gattu thread p | |
| | | | DIG, DC flag off mega Tiranga rally at Udhampur | | | | Early Times Report
UDHAMPUR, Aug 13: To promote the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign and commemorate 150 years of Vande Mataram, the District Administration Udhampur today organized a mega Tiranga rally in the district. Deputy Inspector of General Police Shiv Kumar Sharma, Deputy Commissioner Minga Sherpa and Senior Superintendent of Police Amritpal Singh jointly flagged off the rally from Dak Bungalow. Officers and officials of the civil and police administration, members from civil society and hundreds of students and staff from the educational institutions participated enthusiastically in the rally, carrying the 1650 metre long National flag and raising patriotic slogans. The rally passed thro | |
| | | | Jammu police achieves major success in anti-drug operation; 2.548 Kg Ganja-like substance recovered by PS Bahu Fort | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 13: In a significant success against drug trafficking, Police Station Bahu Fort, Jammu, achieved another breakthrough in its sustained campaign against narcotics and substance abuse.
As part of intensified anti-drug operations, a police team of Police Station Bahu Fort apprehended one accused person, identified as MINTU, and recovered 2.548 kilograms of ganja-like substance from his possession.
In this connection, FIR No. 253/2026 has been registered at Police Station Bahu Fort under the relevant provisions of law. Further investigation is underway to ascertain the source of the recovered contraband and identify its forward linkages and other persons involve | |
| | | | IOL launches indigenous ‘GARUD’ High Resolution Binoculars for civil market | | | | Early Times Report
LEH, Aug 13: India Optel Limited (IOL), a Mini Ratna Category-I Defence Public Sector Undertaking under the Department of Defence Production, has launched the indigenous 'GARUD' High Resolution Binoculars for the civil market. Developed and manufactured by Ordnance Factory, Dehradun, a unit of India Optel Limited, GARUD embodies the spirit of 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' through indigenous design and manufacturing. With a rich legacy of precision optical manufacturing dating back to 1943, GARUD combines proven defence-grade expertise with modern technology to deliver reliable, high-quality optical performance for civilian users. GARUD offers 8x magnification and a wide 7.6-degr | |
| | | | Last Date for Both Fresh Admission and Re-registration of IGNOU is 16th August, 2026 | | | |
Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 13: The last date for admission as well as re-registration for July 2026 admission cycle is 16.08.2026 as informed the Regional Centre Jammu. The admission was earlier extended by the approval of Hon'ble Vice Chancellor taking into account the surging demand from the student community expressing their inability to submit their admission and re-registration forms online owing to havoc caused by the ongoing monsoon affecting roads, infrastructure, internet, etc.
To enroll in the next year or semester, learners need to register on the Portal and click "New Registration'' menu option to proceed and provide correct mobile number and e-mail ID so that the Univers | |
| | | | Indian Army organised Tree Plantation Drive | | | | Early Times Report
POONCH, Aug 13: On the occasion of the 80th Independence Day of India, the Indian Army organised a Tree Plantation Drive at Kathera Mohalla, Haribudha, reaffirming its commitment towards environmental conservation and community welfare.
The plantation drive witnessed enthusiastic participation from Army personnel, local residents, community representatives and children. A number of saplings were planted in and around the locality with the aim of increasing green cover and promoting awareness about the importance of protecting the environment.
Speaking on the occasion, the Indian Army representatives highlighted that environmental conservation is a shared responsibility | |
| | | | Indian Army organised motivational lectures | | | | Early Times Report
POONCH, Aug 13: The Indian Army organised a series of motivational and awareness activities at schools in Pharoo Draba, Lower Kulali, Chhatral and Harni, District Poonch, as part of the celebrations marking the 80th Independence Day and the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign. The initiatives were aimed at strengthening patriotism, national awareness, civic responsibility and motivating the youth to contribute positively towards nation-building.
Motivational Lectures at Pharoo Draba and Lower Kuali : Motivational lectures were conducted at Government Primary School, Pharoo Draba, Bufliaz and at Government Higher Secondary School, Lower Kulali by Indian Army. The speakers highligh | |
| | | | DLSA Anantnag organises Volleyball Tournament | | | | Early Times Report
ANANTNAG, Aug 13: District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Anantnag, under the guidance of the Chairman, Tahir Khurshid Raina, inaugurated a Volleyball Tournament for the inmates of District Jail Anantnag in collaboration with the Department of Youth Services and Sports, Anantnag. The tournament was aimed at promoting sportsmanship, physical fitness, discipline, team spirit and positive engagement among the jail inmates, besides providing them an opportunity for recreation and healthy interaction. The tournament was kick-started by the Secretary, DLSA Anantnag Mir Sayeem Qayoom, in the presence of the Jail Superintendent , officials of the Department of Youth Services a | |
| | | | DIET Shopian holds review meeting | | | | Early Times Report
SHOPIAN, Aug 13: Principal, District Institute of Education and Training (DIET) Shopian, Neetu Gandotra, chaired an important review meeting at DIET Shopian with Principals/Cluster Heads, Zonal Education Officers (ZEOs) and District Nodal Officers (DNOs) associated with various educational interventions.
The meeting focused on expediting the registration, implementation and ground level coverage of key national educational initiatives, particularly the PRASHAST Mobile Application Pre Assessment Holistic Screening Tool for Divyangjan under Samagra Shiksha and the digital learning framework under PM eVidya.
During the meeting, the Principal emphasised the need for unive | |
| | | | ADDC Anantnag reviews DPR for Model Solar Village | | | | Early Times Report
ANANTNAG, Aug 13: Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC), Anantnag, Vikas Ahlawat today chaired a meeting of the District Level Committee to review the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for implementation of the "Model Solar Village" (MSV) component under the PM-Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana at DC Office.
The meeting was attended by Superintendent Engineer, KPDCL, Chief Planning Officer, Executive Engineers and other concerned officers.
During the meeting, the committee was apprised that the Model Solar Village initiative of the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) aims to promote widespread adoption of renewable energy in rural areas, reduce dependence | |
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