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| DC Jammu reviews arrangements for Independence Day celebrations Early | | |  Times Report
JAMMU, July 30: Deputy Commissioner Dr Rakesh Minhas today chaired a meeting to review arrangements for the upcoming Independence Day celebrations in the district and take stock of preparations for the event.
The DC reviewed venue preparations and directed the departments concerned to expedite work at the main function venue to ensure it is ready well in time. He also directed officers to ensure proper decoration and illumination of government offices and other places across the | |
| | | | Pak Govt must end its crackdown on protesters in POJK: PDP Chief | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, July 30: People's Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti on Thursday expressed concern over the situation in POJK and said the Pakistan government must end its crackdown on protesters, adopt a humane approach and choose dialogue.
"The visuals emerging from across the LoC in the other part of Kashmir are deeply heartbreaking. It is painful to see peaceful protesters being met with brute force. The Government of Pakistan must adopt a more humane approach an | |
| | | | J&K police attach eleven more properties of Pakistan-based terror-handlers in Ramban | | |  Early Times Report
RAMBAN, July 30: Amplifying action against the terror ecosystem, Ramban Police has attached the immovable properties of eleven Pakistan-based terror handlers during the investigation of FIR No. 10/2024 of Police Station Banihal, registered under the relevant provisions of the Indian Panel Code (IPC), and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).
The attachment proceedings were carried out by a Police team of Banihal Sub-Division in the presence of the Executive Magi | |
| | | | Chief Secy takes stock of PMAY-U housing schemes for Urban Poor | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, July 30: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, took a comprehensive review meeting of the Housing & Urban Development Department (H&UDD) to evaluate the implementation of housing schemes for the urban poor under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-U) in Jammu and Kashmir.
The meeting was attended by the Additional Chief Secretary, Power Development Department; Commissioner Secretary, Housing & Urban Development Department; Commissioners of Jammu and Srinagar Munici | |
| | | | Rattan Lal Gupta meets Dr Farooq, Omar; discusses Jammu's development priorities, party affairs | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, July 30: Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Provincial President Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta, on Thursday called on Party President Dr Farooq Abdullah and Vice President and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah in Srinagar and discussed key developmental priorities concerning Jammu division, besides reviewing organisational affairs and the party's grassroots outreach.
During the meeting, Dr Farooq Abdullah and Omar Abdullah congratulated and appreciated the role of Nationa | |
| | | | Frequent Yatra suspensions could seriously impact Vaishno Devi pilgrimage: HRAK & PHDCCI | | |  Early Times Report
KATRA, July 30: A joint delegation of Hotel & Restaurant Association, Katra (HRAK),& PHD Chamber of Commerce & Industry (PHDCCI), Jammu Region Chapter, Comprising of President HRAK & Chairman PHDCCI Rakesh Wazir, HRAK Chairman Shyam Lal Kesar, Sr.Vice President HRAK & PHDCCI Katra Head Virender Kesar, HRAK Vice President Nishant Sharma, Executive Member Gaurav Sharma, Kulddep Sharma and others met Sachin Kumar Vaishya, Chief Executive Officer, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine B | |
| | | | Chief Justice of High Court of J&K - Kick Starts Plantation drive in Jammu | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 30: As part of the campaign "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam" and to commemorate Van Mahotsav-2026, the Acting Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Justice Sanjeev Kumar, today inaugurated the Monsoon Plantation Drive in the premises of the High Court at Jammu by planting a Rudraksh sapling.
On the occasion, the Judges of the High Court of J&K at Jammu also participated in the plantation drive by planting saplings of different indigenous species. Th | |
| | | | Yuva Rajput Sabha-J&K holds press conference | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 30: Yuva Rajput Sabha-J&K today organized an important press conference to address the ongoing attempts by certain individuals to mislead the public regarding the identity of Yuva Rajput Sabha-J&K (YRS). The press conference was addressed by President Mandeep Singh in the presence of Founder Members Rajinder Singh, Ranjeet Singh, and Rajesh Singh, Former President Vikram Singh Vicky, Rajan Singh Happy, Core Committee Members Mohinder Singh, Ramesh Singh, Adv. Pus | |
| | | | Abhishake Abrol, Keshav Chopra releases Devotional Bhaja | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 30: General Manager, District Industries Centre (DIC) Jammu, Abhishake Abrol (JKAS), along with Social activist and Chairman of Samvedna Society, Keshav Chopra, today released the devotional bhajan "Maa De Charna Vich Thaan", sung by Sakshi Rajput, a youngster at a function held in Jammu.
Dedicated to Maa Durga, the devotional song carries a message of faith, spirituality and positivity among the youth. The programme was attended by artists, social workers and p | |
| | | | Paresh Ranpara takes over as Director (Personnel), NHPC Limited | | |  Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, July 30: Shri Paresh Ranpara has assumed charge as Director (Personnel) of NHPC Limited, a premier Navratna Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, on 30 July 2026. Prior to his appointment as Director (Personnel), NHPC, Shri Ranpara was serving as Director (Human Resources) at Grid-India, where he was responsible for providing strategic leadership in the areas of human resource management, talent development, organizational capa | |
| | | | Model Academy Students Shine at National Commerce Fest | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 30: Students of Model Academy School brought laurels to the institution with an outstanding performance at the National Level Commerce Fest "Negotium Agon 11", held on 25th July 2026 at Wynberg Allen School, Mussoorie.
A team of six students from Classes XI and XII represented the school at the prestigious event, which witnessed participation from 57 leading schools across the country. The students were accompanied by Ms. Nitika Sharma, whose guidance and encour | |
| | | | NCD Screening Camp Organised for Self-Help Group members | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 30: Under the guidance of Chief Medical Officer Doda, Dr. Vinod Sharma and the supervision of Block Medical Officer Thathri, Dr. Shakeel Ahmed Kichloo, an NCD Screening and Awareness Camp was organised for members of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) at CD Block Thathri to promote awareness and facilitate early detection of common non-communicable diseases, on 30-07-2026.
The camp focused on screening for hypertension, diabetes, oral cancer, breast cancer and cervical ca | |
| | | | Congress Disrespects India's Heritage: Adv Devraj Sharma | | |  Early Times Report
RS PURA, July 30: Senior BJP leader and former Sarpanch, Advocate Devraj Sharma, on Thursday launched a sharp attack on Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra over her reported remarks on cow urine and Dr. V. Kamakoti, alleging that they reflected the Congress party's "deep-rooted disregard" for India's civilisational heritage, cultural values and indigenous knowledge systems.In a statement issued here, Sharma said that mocking cow urine and making light of the observations made | |
| | | | MLA Dr Bharat Bhushan, DC Rajesh Sharma lead Tree Plantation Campaign | | |  Early Times Report
KATHUA, July 30: As part of the ongoing Van Mahotsav 2026 celebrations, the Social Forestry Department Kathua today organised a mega plantation drive under the nationwide 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign from Kathua Waterfront to Kalibari to enhance the district's green cover.
Member of Legislative Assembly Kathua Dr Bharat Bhushan led the drive, in the presence of Deputy Commissioner Rajesh Sharma, ADDC Surinder Mohan Sharma, ADC Mahima Madan, DFO Social Forestry Hitakshi Sha | |
| | | | Shiv Sena (UBT) condemns Pakistan Army's 'Bloody Crackdown' in PoJK | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 30: Anger spilled onto the streets of Jammu on Wednesday as the Jammu & Kashmir unit of Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) staged a massive protest against the alleged brutal crackdown, excessive use of force, and human rights violations by the Pakistani Army and security forces against civilians in Pakistan-occupied Jammu & Kashmir (PoJK). Protesters raised slogans against Pakistan and Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir, including
"PoJK ke Veero, Aage B | |
| | | | Five University Students Successfully Complete Social Internship at Home for the Aged & Infirm | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 30: To ensure that the elderly residents live in a cheerful, lively, and socially engaging environment, and to reduce their sense of loneliness and isolation through meaningful interaction, the Home for the Aged & Infirm (Vridh Ashram), Ambphalla, Jammu, has been conducting a Social Internship Programme in collaboration with various universities & colleges. Under this initiative, students regularly visit the Home to spend quality time with the residents through c | |
| | | | IGNOU admissions for July 2026 cycle closing on 31st July | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 30: The admissions for July 2026 admission cycle will close on 31.07.2026 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. The fresh admission as well as re- | |
| | | | One more notorious lady drug peddler of Rakh Barotian vijaypur arrested by Samba police | | |  Early Times Report
SAMBA, July 30: Continuing crackdown against drug smugglers and peddlers, Samba Police has arrested a notorious lady drug peddler of Rakh Barotian, Vijaypur and recovered approximately 10 grams heroin-like substance from her possession within the jurisdiction of PS Vijaypur.
A team of Police Station Vijaypur while on routine patrolling duty near AIIMS Vijaypur, intercepted a lady pedestrian who was moving in the area under suspicious circumstances. During frisking, approxi | |
| | | | Police station Bahu Fort registers NDPS case, two accused arrested | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 30: During routine patrolling near Police Station Bahu Fort, police apprehended two persons, namely Bikash Chandra Swain and Antaryami Pani, and recovered a total of 05 kg of ganja from their possession.
Accordingly, FIR No. 245/2026 under Sections 8/20/29 of the NDPS Act was registered at Police Station Bahu Fort. Both accused have been arrested, and the recovered contraband has been seized after completing all legal formalities. Further investigation is in pro | |
| | | | MLA Mohan Lal Bhagat reviews development works | | |  Early Times Report
AKHNOOR, July 30: MLA Akhnoor, chaired a high-level review meeting with officers of the Flood Control, Irrigation, PWD (R&B), PDD and PHE Departments to review the progress of works being executed under the SASCI Scheme and Permanent Restoration projects across the Akhnoor Assembly Constituency. During the meeting, the MLA conducted a detailed review of the physical and financial progress of ongoing projects and directed all departments to ensure strict quality control and t | |
| | | | Jammu police traces missing lady within 24 hours | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 30: In a prompt and efficient response, Jammu Police's Police Station Bakshi Nagar successfully traced a missing lady within 24 hours of receiving the complaint, reflecting its commitment to public service and citizen safety.
A missing report regarding Smt. Puja Bareth, wife of Sh. Pitambar Singh Bareth, was registered at Police Station Bakshi Nagar vide DDR No. 37 dated 27.07.2026.
Acting swiftly on the complaint, a police team immediately initiated efforts to | |
| | | | Inter-School District Level selection trial/competitions held at MA Stadium | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 30: Department of Youth Services and Sports of District Jammu held Inter-School District Level selection trials/competitions held at MA Stadium, KK Hakoo Stadium, and Green Field Gandhi Nagar, Jammu.
Inter-School District Level Selection trials /competitions in the disciplines of Gatka, Soft Tennis, Rugby, and Cricket Girls'. These selection trials/competitions are being organized in the Under-14, Under-17, and Under-19 age categories for girls with enthusiasti | |
| | | | JSS, Jammu earns prestigious British Council Recognition for Global Education Excellence | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 30: "Education knows no boundaries when classrooms embrace the world. Every global connection nurtures responsible, compassionate, and future-ready citizens."
Jammu Sanskriti School, Jammu has once again brought laurels to the region by being recognised by the British Council for its outstanding commitment to integrating international learning within the school curriculum. The school has been conferred the Recognition of International Dimension in Schools (RIDS) | |
| | | | Young Minds of DPS Jammu achieve top international ranks in LogIQids Olympiad | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 30: Continuing its legacy of excellence, the students of Delhi Public School Jammu have once again brought laurels to the institution by securing top international ranks in the Final Stage of the LogIQids Mental Aptitude Olympiad 2025-26, conducted in March 2026. The results were declared recently.
The Olympiad, organised by LogIQids-an initiative of IIT-IIM alumni-serves as a prestigious platform to assess and enhance students' logical reasoning and mental apti | |
| | | | NCC units of GDC RS Pura organise tree plantation | | |  Early Times Report
RS PURA, July 30: The NCC Units (Boys & Girls) of Government Degree College (GDC), R.S. Pura in collaboration with the 8 J&K Girls Battalion NCC organised a Tree Plantation Drive under the theme "Ek Ped Apni Maa Ke Naam" as part of the Social Service and Community Development (SSCD) activity in the college premises. The programme was organised under the esteemed patronage of Prof. (Dr.) Preetpal Kour, Principal of the College with the objective of promoting environmental con | |
| | | | Pondicherry University organises Refresher Course in Chemistry | | |  Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, July 30: The UGC-Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Centre (MMTTC), Pondicherry University, inaugurated a 12-day Refresher Course in Chemistry 2026 at the University campus. The programme is aimed at enhancing the subject knowledge, teaching methodologies, and research capabilities of faculty members from universities and colleges across the country.
The inaugural function was graced by the Hon'ble Vice-Chancellor of Pondicherry University, Prof. P. Prakash Babu, | |
| | | | Five Ghee Brands found unsafe by FSD Anantnag, sale prohibited | | | | Early Times Report
ANANTNAG, July 30: On the directions of the Commissioner, Food & Drugs Administration, Jammu & Kashmir, the Food Safety Department (FSD), Anantnag conducted special enforcement drives during the month of June -2026 to assess the quality and safety of ghee available in the local markets As part of the drive, 18 samples of different brands of ghee were collected from various markets and establishments in the district and sent to the National Food Laboratory (NFL), Ghaziabad, for analysis. The laboratory has reported five samples as "Unsafe" under the provisions of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. The unsafe products identified are Desi Ghee of Dairy Mohan, Batch No | |
| | | | Transfer power not absolute when employee nears retirement: CAT | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 30: The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Srinagar Bench, has held that although the Government possesses wide powers to transfer or deploy its employees, such authority cannot be exercised mechanically when an employee is nearing retirement. Judicial Member M.S. Latif made the observation while directing the competent authority to reconsider the deployment of 59-year-old Geology and Mining Department employee Abdul Wahid Bazaz from Ganderbal to Shopian. The Tribunal ordered that Bazaz's present posting at Ganderbal shall not be disturbed until his representation against the deployment is considered and decided on merits. Bazaz, a resident of Nowshera, S | |
| | | | DC Jammu suspends MTS in RS Pura pending enquiry | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 30: Deputy Commissioner Jammu, Dr Rakesh Minhas, has suspended Amit Kumar, a Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS/Class-IV) posted in Tehsil RS Pura and presently deployed in the office of Tehsildar, Suchetgarh, pending an enquiry.
According to an official order, the suspension takes immediate effect, and during the suspension period, the employee will remain attached with the office of the Assistant Commissioner (General), Deputy Commissioner's Office, Jammu, until further orders. | |
| | | | J-K: Amputee Woman's Pilgrimage, Crawling Devotee Testament To Triumph Of Faith Over Adversity | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 30: An amputee woman from Uttar Pradesh, who has been undertaking the annual pilgrimage to the Machail Mata temple in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar on a hand-operated tricycle for the past eight years, and a devotee crawling towards the Amarnath cave shrine, have emerged as symbols of resilience and unwavering faith Jyoti, who lost both her legs in a train accident in 2015, is once again making the arduous trek to the Mata Machail shrine, accompanied by her mother, a rescued pet monkey named Bajrangi and her dog Kalu.
Hand-peddling her tricycle along the mountainous route, all the way from Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur district, Jyoti says her she left for the | |
| | | | Crime Branch Jammu chargesheeted 2 fraudsters in bank loan fraud | | | |
Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 30: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW), Crime Branch Jammu, has filed a chargesheet before the Ld. Court of City Judge Jammu against 02 fraudsters in case FIR No. 05/2024 U/S 420, 467, 468, 471, 120-B-RPC registered in Police Station Crime Branch EOW Jammu.
The case was registered on the written complaint lodged by Sushil Kumar, Branch Manager, State Bank of India, Agriculture Development Branch, Jammu against Kulbir Singh, proprietor of M/s K.K. Motors, Abdul Hamid, and others. It was alleged that Abdul Hamid obtained a tractor loan of Rs. 7,20,000/- under the SBI Tatkal Tractor Loan Scheme for purchase of a tractor from M/s K.K. Motors. The loan amount was | |
| | | | L-G VK Saxena approves declaring 23 heritage sites in Ladakh as "Protected Monuments" | | | | Early Times Report
LEH, July 30: In a landmark initiative aimed at safeguarding Ladakh's rich archaeological, historical and cultural heritage, Lieutenant Governor, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena, has approved a notification for declaring 23 heritage sites across the Union Territory as "Protected Monuments" under the provisions of the Jammu and Kashmir Ancient Monuments Preservation Act.
The notification has been issued in view of the immense historical, archaeological and cultural significance of these sites, and marks a major milestone in the preservation of Ladakh's unique civilisational heritage. These 23 protected monuments include petroglyph sites, ancient rock carvings, ancient caves, Gom | |
| | | | DDC Baramulla chairs 3rd District Level Review Meeting | | | | Early Times Report
BARAMULLA, July 30: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Baramulla, Dr. S.F. Hamid, today chaired the 3rd District Level Review Meeting at Dak Bungalow, Baramulla to undertake a comprehensive review of the functioning of various departments, assess the progress of ongoing developmental works and evaluate the implementation of key government schemes and flagship programmes across the district.
The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner Sopore, Additional Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Chief Planning Officer Baramulla, Principal Government Medical College Baramulla, Sub-Divisional Magistrates of Uri, Pattan and Gulmarg, Assistant Commissioner Developmen | |
| | | | Vi Launches Rs 200 Pack with 20 OTT Platforms, 30GB Data | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 30: Vi Movies & TV, the content aggregationplatform from the leading telecom operator Vi, today introduced a value entertainment pack,offering easy access to 20 top OTT platforms, 200+ Live TV channels and 30GB Data as well as Unlimited 5G Data through a single recharge.
Priced at just Rs. 200 with a validity of 28 days, this new Vi Movies & TV prepaid pack is designed to simplify entertainment by eliminating the need for multiple OTT subscriptions while offering customers a seamless entertainment experience at a price lower than the monthly expense of most cable TV or DTH services. As consumers increasingly juggle multiple OTT subscriptions, the new pack el | |
| | | | Indian Army guides youth towards promising careers at Gulabgarh, Reasi | | | |
Early Times Report
REASI, July 30: As part of its continued commitment to youth empowerment and educational development in remote areas, the Indian Army organised a Youth Career Counselling Programme at Gulabgarh, Reasi on 29 July 2026. The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, aspiring youth, teachers and members of the local community. The interactive session provided participants with a valuable platform to understand various career opportunities, educational pathways and professional requirements. During the programme, detailed guidance was provided on career options in the Defence Forces, higher education, vocational training, skill-development programmes, go | |
| | | | Block-Level Monitoring Committees review TB elimination strategy | | | | Early Times Report
DODA, July 30: Block-Level Monitoring Committee meetings under the TB Mukt Bharat initiative were today held across Medical Blocks Assar, Bhaderwah, Thathri and Ghat to review the ongoing strategy and reinforce measures for the elimination of Tuberculosis.
The meetings reviewed the Terms of Reference (ToR) of the Block-Level Monitoring Committee and measures to strengthen TB screening, diagnosis, treatment and prevention at the grassroots level. Emphasis was laid on 100% Digital Chest X-ray screening of high-risk villages, wards and congregate settings through TB Shivirs and outreach activities, upfront NAAT testing for all presumptive cases, differentiated and patient- | |
| | | | SMVDSB Extends Humanitarian Assistance for Rehabilitation of Flash Flood-Affected Families | | | | Early Times Report
KATRA, July 30: Reinforcing its commitment to humanitarian service under social support initiative, the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) has extended rehabilitation assistance to families whose houses were damaged in the devastating rains and flash floods that struck the Rajouri and Poonch districts on July 19, 2026.
Acting promptly on the directions of Shri Manoj Sinha, Hon'ble Chairman, SMVDSB (Lt. Governor, JK-UT), the Shrine Board has provided essential relief material worth approximately ?40 lakh to the District Administration for distribution among around 200 affected families whose houses were rendered uninhabitable due to the natural calamity. The in | |
| | | | Jammu police deals major blow to bovine smuggling racket | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 30: Continuing its asustained crackdown against bovine smuggling under Operation Kamdhenu, Jammu Police successfully foiled three bovine smuggling attempts in the jurisdictions of Police Station Nagrota and Police Post Manwal, rescuing 81 bovine animals and seizing three vehicles used in the commission of the offence. During naka checking at Sidhra Bridge, a police team of Police Post Sidhra intercepted a truck bearing registration No. JK03P-9380 carrying 36 bovine animals in a cruel and illegal manner.
On noticing the police party, the driver abandoned the vehicle and fled from the spot. The vehicle was seized and all the bovines were rescued safely.
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| | | | Munsiff Judge Arushi Shukla Visits Sewa Samiti Akhnoor for Legal Awareness Camp | | | | Early Times Report
AKHNOOR, July 30: Judge Arushi Shukla, Chairperson, Tehsil Legal Services Committee (TLSC), Akhnoor, visited Sewa Samiti (Vridh Ashram), Akhnoor, to conduct a Legal Awareness Camp on Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), reaffirming the commitment of the Legal Services Authority to promote legal literacy and ensure easy access to justice for all.
The programme was attended by Panel Advocates Mrs. Meetika Sharma and Ms. Isha Jamwal, along with Jasminjot Kour (Staff), Amresh Sharma (PLV), Ajay Kumar (PLV), Happy Sharma (PLV), Jasvinder Singh (PLV), Nittoo Raina (PLV), and Meenakshi Rajput (PLV).
Welcoming the distinguished guests, Dig Vijay Bharti, General Secretary of S | |
| | | | SMVDU team "Crawlers" qualifies for next stage of SAE India eBAJA competition | | | | Early Times Report
KATRA, July 30: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU), Kakryal, has achieved another milestone in engineering innovation as Team Crawlers (Team ID: 272070) successfully qualified for the next stage of the prestigious SAE India eBAJA Competition following an impressive performance in the Virtual Design Round held on July 19, 2026. The multidisciplinary team, comprising B.Tech. students from the Schools of Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics & Communication, Civil, and Computer Science Engineering, presented the design and engineering analysis of their All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) before an expert panel of SAE India judges. The team was led by Team Captain Hritik Sriv | |
| | | | GDC Ramgarh organises anti-drug pledge ceremony | | | | Early Times Report
RAMGARH, July 30: The NSS Unit "Prabha"and NCORD Committee of Government Degree College (GDC), Ramgarh, organised an Anti-Drug Pledge Ceremony under the nationwide campaign "Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat", reaffirming the institution's commitment to fostering a drug-free society and promoting healthy, responsible lifestyles among the youth.
The programme was conducted under the guidance of Prof. (Dr.) Meeru Abrol, Principal, GDC Ramgarh, who, while addressing the gathering, highlighted the vital role of educational institutions in shaping responsible citizens. She stressed that awareness, education, and collective action are key to protecting young people from the | |
| | | | SCW Jammu conducts awareness programme on New Criminal Laws, Nasha Mukti Abhiyan | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, July 30: The Special Crime Wing (SCW), Crime Branch Jammu today organised a One-Day Awareness Programme on the New Criminal Laws and Anti-Drug Awareness (Nasha Mukti Abhiyan) at Government Higher Secondary School, Sunjwan, Jammu.
The programme aimed to educate students and staff about the recently enacted criminal laws - Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), while creating awareness about the harmful affects of drug abuse and the crucial role of youth and society in building a drug-free nation.
The programme was attended by Sh. Yogesh Bamba, Chief Prosecuting Officer, SCW Jammu; Sh. D | |
| | | | Protests in PoJK reveal true face of occupied land: Senior Youth Leader NCP Er. Rishi Kilam | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 30: As civil unrest and widespread public demonstrations continue across Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), senior political leader and National spokesperson youth NCP Er. Rishi Kilam has sharply criticized the Pakistani administration’s handling of the crisis, calling out systemic human rights violations and the denial of basic rights to the region’s residents.
Kilam highlighted key grievances driving the local populace, including control over local | |
| | | | BJP OBC Morcha in collaboration with J&K Forest Deptt organised Plantation Drive | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, July 30: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) OBC Morcha, Jammu & Kashmir, in collaboration with the Jammu & Kashmir Forest Department, organised plantation drive at Har Ki Poudi, Bawa, Jammu.
The plantation drive was conducted under the direction of Braham Jyot Satti, President, BJP OBC Morcha, Jammu & Kashmir, with the objective of promoting environmental awareness, increasing green cover, and inspiring citizens to actively participate in the protection and preservatio | |
| | | | Three-day hands-on training programme on Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry concludes | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, July 30: Reinforcing its commitment to nurturing a highly skilled scientific workforce, the CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (CSIR-IIIM), Jammu on Thursday concluded its three-day Skill Development Training Programme on Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) under the CSIR-Integrated Skill Initiative, equipping students, research scholars and young professionals with advanced analytical skills through intensive theoretical sessions and practical laboratory training.
The programme, conducted from July 28 to 30, focused on bridging the gap between classroom learning and industry-oriented practical expertise.
Participants received comprehensi | |
| | | | GM/NFR (Construction) eviews progress of Strategically Important Dimapur–Kohima New Railway Line Project | | |  Early Times Report
Maligaon, July 30: Shri Ashish Bansal, General Manager, N.F. Railway (Construction) recently conducted a comprehensive inspection of the strategically important Dimapur (Dhansiri)–Kohima (Zubza) New Railway Line Project. Accompanied by senior officers of N.F. Railway (Construction), Shri Bansal inspected important infrastructure works, including tunnels, major bridges, station yards and other critical construction sites along the project alignment. During the inspection, t | |
| | | | Residents of Charar-i-Sharief constituency appreciate Er. Nazir Ahmad Yatoo for raising public issues | | |  Early Times Report
Charar-i-Sharief, July 30: The residents of Laden, Pakherpora, Dalwan, Kanidagen, Salam Naka, Nagbal, Yousmarg, and several other areas of the Charar-i-Sharief constituency have expressed their heartfelt gratitude to Er. Nazir Ahmad Yatoo for his consistent support and commitment to highlighting genuine public issues affecting the region.
The residents stated that Er. Nazir Ahmad Yatoo has played an active and responsible role as an opposition leader by regularly raising | |
| | | | More than 1.5 crore devotees performed Goverdhan Parikrama on Mudiya Purnima | | | | Early Times Report
Mathura, July 30: More than one crore fifty lakh devotees performed circumambulation of Govardhan Hills as the yearly Mudiya Poono (Purnima) fair is set to conclude today.
Highlighting the importance of the fair, G K Purohit Sewayat at the Danghati temple told that the yearly festival is now nearly 470 years old. This fair commemorates Sanatan Goswami, a disciple of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu and devotee of Girraj maharaj, who died on the full-moon day (Poornima).
“As per rituals, his followers shave their heads on Monday, since yesterday was Tuesday.
They are performing a circumambulation of Govardhan Hills amid the beating of Dhol and Kirtan,” he added. Marking the | |
| | | | Some forces want to destroy Sanatan Culture, Tradition: CM Yogi | | | | Early Times Report
Gorakhpur, July 30: Gorakshpeethadhishwar and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath have called upon citizens to remain alert against those who create obstacles in the country’s journey of progress. He stated, “We all have to understand the conspiracies being hatched against India. Some forces want to destroy India’s journey of progress, Sanatan culture and tradition. If we remain unaware of anti-national conspirators who have assumed the form of Kalanemi within our own society, it will be like hitting our own foot with an axe.”
CM Yogi was addressing the concluding session of the Shri Ram Katha, which had been underway since July 23, and the Guru Purnima Mahotsav at Mahant | |
| | | | Those who brandish weapons, incite riots during Ramlila will have to be buried in soil: CM Yogi | | |  Early Times Report
Ghazipur/Lucknow, July 30: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, while attacking the Samajwadi Party, said, “Those who divide society honor the foreign invader Salar Masud Ghazi. They used to bow before dreaded mafia figures who brandished weapons and even went to the mafia’s graves to offer Fateha. Under our zero-tolerance policy, our government has consigned the mafia to the soil. Now, when the son of a low-income family organizes a Ramlila, no one dares to brandish weapons an | |
| | | | PM Narendra Modi to launch ‘Nashamukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat – Sankalp Abhiyaan’ on August 2 | | |  Early Times Report
Chandigarh, July 30: In a major initiative to combat drug abuse and channel the energy of young people towards nation-building, Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi will launch the Nashamukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat – Sankalp Abhiyaan at the national level on August 2, 2026. Lakhs of young people from Haryana will join the campaign virtually, take the pledge for a drug-free society, and contribute to transforming the initiative into a statewide people’s movement.
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| | | | Haryana has emerged as sports powerhouse of country- CM | | |  Early Times Report
Chandigarh, July 30: Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that Haryana has emerged as the sports powerhouse of the country. Although Haryana accounts for only 2 per cent of the country’s population, the largest number of medal-winning athletes in the Olympics, Paralympics, Asian Games and Commonwealth Games are from the State, bringing laurels to both Haryana and the nation.
The Chief Minister was addressing the gathering at the Sports, Fitness and Infrastr | |
| | | | Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari urges people to join hands with Apni Party for greater interests of J&K | | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, July 30: Veteran politician and former National Conference (NC) stalwart Mohammad Syed Akhoon on Thursday joined Apni Party along with a large number of his associates and supporters. A seasoned political leader, Akhoon has represented the Hazratbal constituency multiple times as a member of the Legislative Assembly and is widely recognised for his long public and political career. He was formally welcomed into the party by the president Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari and other senior party leaders during a special joining ceremony held at the party headquarters in Srinagar. The event was attended by prominent party functionaries, who welcomed Akhoon’s entry int | |
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