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| 19 JKAP IR organises Medical Training Camp in collaboration with GMC Kathua at Battalion Headquarters, Kathua | | |  Early Times Report
KATHUA, Sept 25: Under the guidance of Atul Sharma (KPS), SSP/Commandant, the 19 JKAP IR organised a comprehensive Medical Training and Health Awareness Camp at its Battalion Headquarters in Changran, Kathua.
A specialised medical team from Government Medical College (GMC), Kathua, led by Dr. Anaitullah Ahmad Mir (Professor & Head, Dept. of Materia Medica) and Dr. Javid Iqbal Dar (Associate Professor & Head, Dept. of Physiology & Biochemistry), conducted the camp. Upon arri | |
| | | | AIIMS Jammu performs complex craniovertebral junction surgery in 9-year-old child | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Sept 25: AIIMS Jammu has successfully performed a complex craniovertebral junction (CVJ) stabilization surgery on a nine-year-old child with recurrent strokes, marking an important advancement in the institute's capability to manage challenging pediatric spine and skull-base disorders. The child has recovered well and has resumed attending school.
The child initially presented with recurrent episodes of stroke-like neurological symptoms and was evaluated by the Depar | |
| | | | 14 developmental projects worth Rs 24.62 crore under execution across Baramulla Town: Govt | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Sept 25: Minister for School Education, Health & Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, replying on behalf of the Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah today informed the Legislative Assembly that 14 developmental works involving a total project cost of ?24.62 crore are under execution in Baramulla Town, with several projects completed and others progressing at different stages.
The Minister was replying to a question raised by MLA Javid Hassan Baig.
Sakeena Itoo informed the | |
| | | | Amar Singh Club inaugurates newly renovated Noir Lounge | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Sept 25: Amar Singh Club, Jammu, today inaugurated its newly renovated Noir Lounge in the presence of the Club's Vice President, Ramesh Kumar, IAS, Divisional Commissioner, Jammu, who formally inaugurated the facility.
Speaking on the occasion, Ramesh Kumar said that the Club has been continuously working towards providing maximum possible facilities and a better experience to its members. He appealed to all members to extend their cooperation in maintaining cleanlin | |
| | | | Divisional Commissioner Jammu reviews arrangements for Navratra Festival 2026 in Katra | | |  Early Times Report
KATRA, Sept 25: Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar, today chaired a meeting at the Meeting Hall of the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, Katra, to review arrangements for the upcoming Navratra Festival 2026, scheduled to be held from October 11 to 19 in Katra.
Comprehensive programme of religious, cultural and entertainment activities proposed during the festival, aimed at providing an enriching experience to pilgrims and tourists while showcasing the rich cultu | |
| | | | FICCI FLO JKL flags off first-ever women-led EV rally from Jammu to Srinagar to promote sustainable tourism | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Sept 25: FICCI FLO Jammu, Kashmir & Ladakh today flagged off a first-ever women-led Electric Vehicle (EV) Rally from the TRC Complex, Jammu, with the participation of 22 women across 10 electric cars.
The rally was flagged off by Mr. Arun Manhas, Director, Industries & Commerce, Jammu, and Mr. Aijaz Qaiser Malik, Joint Director, Tourism, Jammu, in the presence of members of FICCI FLO JKL and other stakeholders.
The rally is being organised with the objective of prom | |
| | | | Raksha Mantri flags-in first ascent mountaineering expedition after historica summit | | |  Early Times Report
LEH, Sept 25: Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh, on September 25, 2026, flagged-in the First Ascent Mountaineering Expedition that scripted history by summiting 20 unclimbed peaks above 6,000 meters in Ladakh in just 23 days. This is the first-ever recorded summits of 20 unclimbed peaks in Chamser-Lungser, Gyama Nala and ?Chokula areas in Ladakh Range. The expedition was undertaken by a team of 20 highly skilled climbers from the National Institute of Mountaineering and Adven | |
| | | | Digital Empowerment, Inclusive Growth - Building a Self-Reliant and Future-Ready India | | |  Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Sept 25: Senior BJP Leader and Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha, Er. Gulam Ali Khatana, said that India's transformation under the visionary leadership of Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji is increasingly visible not only in economic progress but also in the lives of ordinary citizens through digital innovation, financial inclusion, indigenous technology and sustainable development.
Er. Khatana highlighted the remarkable expansion of India's digital p | |
| | | | 33 water supply schemes operational in Trehgam constituency; 15 JJM schemes taken up at cost of Rs 97.71 Crore: Javed Rana | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Sept 25: Minister for Jal Shakti, Javed Ahmed Rana, today informed the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly that as many as 33 water supply schemes are presently operational in Trehgam Constituency, catering to the drinking water requirements of 39 villages.
The Minister was responding to a Calling Attention Motion moved by MLA Mir Saifullah concerning the scarcity of drinking water and inadequate water supply in several villages of Trehgam Constituency.
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| | | | 75% work completed on 50-bedded Pahalgam Hospital; revised approval process underway: Sakeena Itoo | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Sept 25: Minister for Health & Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo today informed the Legislative Assembly that around 75 per cent physical progress has been achieved on the construction of the 50-bedded hospital block at Pahalgam, with the remaining works being pursued on priority. The Minister was replying to a question raised by MLA Pahalgam Altaf Ahmad Wani.
Sakeena Itoo informed the House that the Health & Medical Education Department had accorded Administrative | |
| | | | Jammu Youth Run 2026: T-Shirt & Medal unveiled with a strong message on Girls' Safety and Responsible Citizenship | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Sept 25: Inara Welfare Foundation organised the official T-Shirt and Medal Unveiling Ceremony of Jammu Youth Run 2026, marking an important milestone in the preparations for the upcoming youth-centric running event.
Speaking on the occasion, Deepak Handa, President, Inara Welfare Foundation, welcomed the distinguished guests and shared a motivating message on girls' safety, empowerment and responsible citizenship. He said, "A society cannot truly progress unless its | |
| | | | DC Poonch reviews anti-drug measures at District- NCORD Committee meeting | | |  Early Times Report
POONCH, Sept 25: Deputy Commissioner Poonch, Ashok Kumar Sharma today chaired the meeting of District Level Narco-Coordination Centre (NCORD) Committee to review the action taken by the enforcement agencies for prevention and control of drug abuse in the district.
The meeting was attended by Senior Superintendent of Police Shafket Hussain Bhat; Additional District Development Commissioner Amarjeet Singh; Additional Deputy Commissioner Tahir Mustafa Malik; PO-ICDS Fareed Koh | |
| | | | Shilpa Thakur, first female photojournalist from Jammu and Kashmir, felicitated at JIFF Media Conclave | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Sept 25: Shilpa Thakur, Jammu and Kashmir's first female photojournalist, was among the media personalities felicitated at the Media Conclave & Felicitation Ceremony organised ahead of the 5th Jammu International Film Festival (JIFF) at the Writers Club, Abhinav Theatre, Jammu.
The event brought together members of the media fraternity, filmmakers, artists and cultural personalities to celebrate the contribution of media professionals in promoting journalism, cinema, | |
| | | | GMC Jammu and University of Jammu jointly organise Free Genetic Counselling and Awareness Camp | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Sept 25: A Genetic Counselling cum Awareness Camp on Thalassemia and Rare Genetic Diseases was organized at the Genetic Laboratory and Thalassemia Unit of SMGS Hospital, GMC Jammu in collaboration with University of Jammu, on 25-09-2026 with the objective of strengthening awareness regarding genetic counselling, early identification and appropriate laboratory evaluation of individuals and families affected by thalassemia and rare genetic disorders under Mission Progra | |
| | | | Samba police arrested accused involved in firing incident at NH Tarore, Bari Brahmana | | | |
Early Times Report
SAMBA, Sept 25: In a significant breakthrough in the investigation of the recent firing incident on National Highway at Tarore, Bari Brahmana, Samba Police has arrested an accused person wanted in connection with the case.
Acting on specific information regarding the movement of the accused, police teams of Samba Police launched a coordinated operation during patrolling in the jurisdictional area of Police Station Vijaypur. During the operation, the police team successfully arrested accused person namely Harish @Herry S/o Harbans Lal R/o Ranjari district Samba.
The arrested accused Harish @Herry was involved in the recent firing incident on NH at Tarore occurred with | |
| | | | PIB media delegation from Bhopal visits Iconic Chenab Rail Bridge and Anji Bridge in Reasi | | | | Early Times Report
REASI, Sept 25: As part of a special exposure tour conducted by the Press Information Bureau (PIB), a media team from Bhopal visited the Chenab and Anji Rail Bridges in Reasi to gain first-hand information about the engineering, construction and technological features of these major railway infrastructure projects. The delegation was briefed on the engineering features, safety systems and technical specifications of the infrastructure projects. During the visit to the Chenab Rail Bridge, Senior Engineer Shri Supreet Singh Rana briefed the visiting media personnel about the structural and engineering features of the bridge. He informed the delegation that the Chenab Bridg | |
| | | | Samba: District Level Committee approves 206 project proposals under HADP | | | | Early Times Report
SAMBA, Sept 25: District Development Commissioner Samba Ayushi Sudan today chaired a meeting of the District Level Committee (DLC) for the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) to review the implementation of programme and its ground impact in the development of agriculture and allied sectors in the district. The Committee reviewed applications/cases sponsored by different departments. A total of 206 cases were approved, including 97 sponsored by Agriculture Production & Farmers Welfare, 74 by Horticulture, 23 by Sheep Husbandry, 9 by Animal Husbandry, 2 by Fisheries and 1 by HPM. The DDC directed the concerned departments to expedite application processing, | |
| | | | Doda police acts against illegal transportation of mining material | | | | Early Times Report
DODA, Sept 25: Continuing its drive against illegal mining and unauthorized transportation of minor minerals, Doda Police detained a tipper found transporting mining material without valid documents/e-Challan in Thathri area.
During checking, a police team of Police Station Thathri, led by SHO PS Thathri along with nafri, intercepted a Tipper-407 bearing Registration No. JK06A-2019, loaded with approximately 100 ft of crusher dust, driven by Mohd Saleem S/o Ali Mohd R/o Tipri, Thathri.
On checking, the driver failed to produce any valid document/e-Challan authorising transportation of the mining material. Accordingly, the vehicle was detained at Police Station Thathri | |
| | | | Woman held with around 1,700 suspected banned drug tablets near Rajouri Old Bus Stand | | | | Early Times Report
RAJOURI, Sept 25: In a major action against the illegal circulation of drugs, Rajouri Police on Friday detained a woman and recovered around 1,700 suspected banned drug tablets from her possession near the Old Bus Stand area of Rajouri.
The police action reportedly took place at around 5:30 PM, following which the woman was taken into custody and the recovered tablets were seized. Police have initiated further questioning to determine the source of the tablets and the circumstances in which they were allegedly being carried.
Investigators are also probing whether the woman was allegedly linked to a wider drug network and whether other individuals were involved in suppl | |
| | | | JU organises career Awareness Programme at GDC Bishnah | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Sept 25: The Department of Lifelong Learning (DLL), University of Jammu, in collaboration with Government Degree College (GDC) Bishnah, organised a career awareness programme on “Careers in Sports and Artificial Intelligence” for the students of the college.
The programme was conducted under the supervision of Prof. Priyanka Sharma, Director, Department of Lifelong Learning, University of Jammu.
The programme was inaugurated by Dr. Shallu Samyal, Principal, GDC Bi | |
| | | | Indian Army organised awareness lecture on Govt schemes at Lassana, Poonch | | | | Early Times Report
Poonch, Sept 25: The Indian Army organised an awareness lecture on various Government Schemes for the welfare and development of the people of Jammu & Kashmir at Government High School Sanai, Lassana, Poonch. The programme aimed to educate students and the local community about the benefits and opportunities available under different government welfare and development initiatives.
A total of 117 students and 12 teachers actively participated in the informative session. The nodal officer briefed the participants about the significance of government schemes in improving socio-economic conditions and empowering various sections of society, including students, youth, wome | |
| | | | RG Institute of Pharmacy Celebrates Pharmacovigilance Week & World Pharmacists Day 2026 | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Sept 25: Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Pharmacy, Jammu successfully organized a series of academic, awareness and sports activities on the occasion of the 6th National Pharmacovigilance Week 2026. The programme aimed to create awareness among students regarding pharmacovigilance, adverse drug reaction reporting, rational use of medicines and patient safety.
The programme commenced on 17 September 2026 with the inauguration ceremony and speech competition. Students actively participated in the event and shared their views on the importance of pharmacovigilance. Mehran Ahmed, a D.Pharmacy 1st-year student, secured the first prize in the speech competition.
On 18 Sep | |
| | | | Jktjac extends heartfelt gratitude to hon’ble cm, Edu Minister, Dy CM & entire Legislative Assembly | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Sept 25: Jammu Kashmir Teachers’ Joint Action Committee (JKTJAC) extends its heartfelt gratitude and sincere appreciation to Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Omar Abdullah, Hon’ble Minister for School Education Ms. Sakina Masood Sahiba, Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister Shri Surinder Choudhary Ji and the Hon’ble Members Legislative Assembly ( MLAs) for supporting and voting in favour of the resolution concerning the genuine concerns of in-service teachers.
In a press note issued by JKTJAC UT President Vinod Sharma this move of Jammu Kashmir Government has been called historic and encouraging that reflects a positive understanding of the long-pending concerns of the te | |
| | | | MCM holds academic outreach programme on ‘Developing Research Aptitude in Chemistry’ | | |  Early Times Report
Chandigarh, Sept 25: The Postgraduate Department of Chemistry and the Research and Development Cell of Mehr Chand Mahajan DAV College for Women, in association with the Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC) and the Department of Chemistry, Panjab University, organised a two-day academic outreach programme titled ‘Developing Research Aptitude in Chemistry among Undergraduate Students under the NEP Framework’. Held under the aegis of RUSA 2.0 programme, the endeavour aimed | |
| | | | Shere-Kashmir Sports Club,Jammu organized an Intensified IEC campaign | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Sept 25: Shere-Kashmir Sports Club, Jammu organized an Intensified IEC campaign for HIV/AIDS Awareness today at Udhampur Main Town and Tikri in Collaboration with Jammu & Kashmir AIDS Control Society.A large number of Youth participated in the program. The theme of the Campaign was awareness generation about HIV AIDS, Voluntary Blood Donation and Drug de-addiction.
The campaign was inaugurated by Mr. Ramesh Gupta, resource person. The resource person emphasized upon the Students to strictly follow the guidelines released by National AIDS Control Organization and Jammu and Kashmir AIDS Control Society for the efficient prevention, Treatment and Control of HI | |
| | | | Jammu Sanskriti School Students Win 11 Gold Medals at UT Gatka Championship | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Sept 25: Jammu Sanskriti School, Jammu, put up an impressive performance at the 1st Union Territory (UT) Gatka Championship, held in Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, with its students securing 11 gold medals across different age categories.
In the boys’ category, Harmanjot Singh (Class 11) won two gold medals in the U-17 category, while Harshjot Singh (Class 11) secured one gold medal in U-17. Anirudh Singh (Class 12) won a gold medal in U-19, and Gurjot Singh (Class 7) | |
| | | | World Tourism Day 2026 Celebrated at BGSBU | | |  Early Times Report
Rajouri, Sept 25: The Centre for Hospitality and Tourism, in collaboration with the Department of Environmental Sciences, Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University, Rajouri celebrated World Tourism Day 2026 with enthusiasm and academic fervor.
The programme featured an invited lecture by Dr. Bilal Rashid, Deputy Director, Tourism, Government of Jammu and Kashmir, who delivered an insightful talk on “Career Prospects in Tourism Sector in J&K.” He interacted with the students and | |
| | | | Ncc and nss units of gdc r.S. Pura conduct cleanliness drive under Swachh Bharat Abhiyan | | |  Early Times Report
R.S. Pura, Sept 25: The NCC and NSS Units of Government Degree College (GDC), R.S. Pura organized a cleanliness drive within the college campus under the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan with the objective of promoting cleanliness, civic responsibility and environmental awareness among students.
The activity was conducted under the esteemed patronage of Prof. (Dr.) Preetpal Kour, Principal of the college and was coordinated by Prof. Lukesha Dubgotra, NSS Programme Officer and Dr. Ki | |
| | | | GDC Ramban Organizes Cyber Security Awareness Session | | | | Early Times Report
Ramban, Sept 25: Government Degree College Ramban, in collaboration with Cyber Police Station Ramban, organized an awareness session on Cyber Security on the theme “Staying Safe in the Digital World.” The programme was held under the patronage of Prof. Romesh Kumar Atri, Principal, GDC Ramban, with the objective of sensitizing students about cyber threats and safe digital practices.
Jb. ViqarYounas Bhat, DySP Headquarters and SHO, Cyber Police Station Ramban, was the Special Guest and Resource Person. He delivered an informative presentation on cyber crimes, online frauds, phishing, identity theft, social engineering, financial scams, and protection of personal inform | |
| | | | GGM SC Jammu organises Tree Plantation Drive under “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” Campaign | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Sept 25: Government Gandhi Memorial (GGM) Science College, Jammu, organised a Tree Plantation Drive under the “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” campaign, with the active participation of the NCC Senior Division (SD) Cadets of 2 J&K Battalion NCC.
The plantation activity was conducted under the able supervision of Principal Prof. Dr. Romesh Kumar Gupta, who encouraged the NCC cadets to actively participate in environmental conservation initiatives and contribute towards creating a greener and healthier environment. During the programme, ANO Lt. Dr. Devinder Kumar Sharma briefed the cadets about the significance and objective of the “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” initiative. He highlig | |
| | | | Rotary Club of Jammu City Honors PSPS GCW Gandhi Nagar Educators with Nation Builder Award 2026 | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Sept 25: Under the aegis of the Rotary India Literacy Mission, the Rotary Club of Jammu City (Club ID 79293, District 3070) organized a felicitation ceremony to confer the prestigious Nation Builder Award 2026 upon distinguished faculty members of Padma Shri Padma Sachdev (PSPS) Government College for Women, Gandhi Nagar, Jammu.
The awards were presented in recognition of the educators’ exemplary dedication, selfless service, and valuable contributions toward shaping young minds, fostering academic excellence, and strengthening society through education.
Honored Awardees
Prof. (Dr.) Kulvinder Kour (Principal): Conferred with the Best Principal Award for her v | |
| | | | PPS Headmaster recognised for Remarkable Contribution in Uplifting the Education Standards | | |  Early Times Report
New Delhi, Sept 25: Dr DC Sharma, Headmaster, The Punjab Public School, Nabha has been honoured with the prestigious “Remarkable Contribution in Uplifting the Education Standards–2026, State Punjab” award at the National School Conclave & Award Ceremony held in New Delhi on September 6, 2026. Dr Sharma received the recognition on behalf of the school.
Expressing his gratitude, Dr Sharma acknowledged the Chairman, Board of Governors, Board Members, staff, students and pare | |
| | | | Career Counselling Cell Organises Career Awareness Programme | | | | Early Times Report
Bishnah, Sept 25: The Career Counselling and Placement Cell of Government Degree College Bishnah organised a highly impactful Career Awareness Programme on 25 September 2026 in collaboration with the Department of Lifelong Learning, University of Jammu, with the objective of creating awareness among students about career opportunities, skill development and various avenues available for their academic and professional growth.
The programme commenced with a welcome address by Prof. Shrotika Rajput, Convenor, Career Counselling and Placement Cell, who welcomed the resource persons, faculty members and students.
Dr. Shallu Samyal, Principal, Government Degree College Bi | |
| | | | ISRO Scientists Interact with Students at Central University of Jammu | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Sept 25: The Satish Dhawan Centre for Space Sciences (SDCSS), Central University of Jammu, hosted an inspiring and insightful interaction with senior officials from the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), under the mentorship of the Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Prof. Sanjeev Jain, and the guidance of Prof. Rakesh Kumar Jha, Convener, Satish Dhawan Centre for Space Sciences and Head, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), Central University | |
| | | | RBI organizes Town Hall meeting in Vijaypur | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Sept 25: With a view to create awareness about consumer protection and grievance redressal mechanism available under Reserve Bank - Integrated Ombudsman Scheme, 2026, a Town Hall Meeting was organized by the Office of the Banking Ombudsman, RBI, Jammu at Vijaypur, Samba on September 25, 2026. The programme was chaired by Shri Neeraj Kumar, RBI Ombudsman (RBIO). The programme was attended by Senior officials from various banks, branch heads of the branches operating | |
| | | | The world trusts UP’s products, supply chain, entrepreneurs: CM Yogi | | |  Early Times Report
New Delhi, Sept 25: The strength of Uttar Pradesh, from its traditional skills to modern manufacturing, was showcased before the world in Greater Noida on Friday. In the presence of CM Yogi Adityanath, Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the fourth edition of the UP International Trade Show (UPITS).
This time, more than 600 foreign buyers from 90 countries have arrived, while more than 2,400 exhibitors are participating in the trade show with their p | |
| | | | Govt College for Women, Gandhi Nagar, Jammu Organises Health Awareness Programme | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Sept 25: NSS Unit 1 of PSPS Government College for Women, Gandhi Nagar, Jammu organised a Health Awareness Programme titled “My Health, My Pride” under NASHA MUKT YUVA FOR VIKSIT BHARAT programme. 100 days Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan is a nationwide campaign launched by our worthy Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji on 2nd August, 2026. The programme aimed at promoting awareness about nutrition, healthy living and the adverse impact of addiction on health, under the broader message of building a healthier and stronger youth. It is pertinent to mention here that PSPS GCW Gandhinagar had been selected as one of the prestigious institutions among the 200 locations all ov | |
| | | | Jaypee University of Information Technology, Waknaghat organizes Hack Days Solan 2026 | | | | Early Times Report
Solan, Sept 25: HACK DAYS SOLAN 2026, an AI hackathon centred on building innovative projects using the Google Gemini API, was held on 12th September 2026 at JUIT Waknaghat. The event was organised by the Enkindle Club, official club of the Department of Computer Science & Information Technology (CSE & IT), JUIT, and was supported through collaboration with Hack4Brahma. The eight-hour hackathon, held from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, saw participation from 80+ students who competed in two-member teams to design and build AI-powered prototypes. The programme commenced with a lamp-lighting ceremony in the presence of Vice Chancellor Dr. Rajendra Kumar Sharma, Head of the CSE & I | |
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