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| Div Com chairs board meeting of Shri Shiv Khori Shrine Board | | |  Early Times Report
REASI, June 13: Divisional Commissioner Jammu Ramesh Kumar today chaired the 13th Board meeting of the Shri Shiv Khori Shrine Board, Ransoo, reviewing the overall functioning of the Shrine Board and deliberating on measures aimed at strengthening infrastructure and enhancing facilities for pilgrims.
Deputy Commissioner Reasi Kumar Abhishek presented a detailed overview of the Board's activities, pilgrim footfall, financial position and the progress of ongoing development wo | |
| | | | "Sufism Inspires Peace, Unity and Progress MP Er Gulam Ali Khatana calls for drug-free and developed Jammu & Kashmir" | | |  Early Times Report
MAHORE, June 13: Senior BJP leader and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) Nominated, Er. Gulam Ali Khatana, today participated in the sacred Urs Mubarak of Hazrat Baba Syed Ghulam Rasool Shah (R.A.) at Neoch, Tehsil Mahore, District Reasi.
On this spiritually significant occasion, the Hon'ble Member of Parliament offered special prayers for peace, communal harmony, prosperity, progress, and the well-being of people across the country and the world. Addressing the gathering, | |
| | | | Director Health Services Jammu reviews preparations for SANJY at Lakhanpur | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 13: Director Health Services Jammu, Dr. Poonam Sethi, accompanied by Nodal Officer Shri Amarnath ji yatra (SANJY), Dr. Sanjay Sharma, and Dr. Ila Gupta, Assistant Director, Directorate of Health Services Jammu, conducted a comprehensive review of healthcare arrangements for the forthcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY)-2026 in District Kathua.
During the visit, the Director Health Services inspected the healthcare facilities and medical preparedness at the Lakh | |
| | | | No exams in Kashmir schools from June 23-27 during Muharram: DSEK | | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, June 13: The Directorate of School Education Kashmir (DSEK) has directed all Government and Private Recognised Schools across Kashmir not to conduct any in-house examinations, internal assessments or term examinations during the observance of Muharram-ul-Haram.
According to an order issued by the Director, School Education Kashmir, all schools have been instructed not to hold examinations for any class from June 23 to June 27, 2026.
The order stated that the decision has been taken in view of the approaching month of Muharram-ul-Haram.
"It is impressed upon all Government/Private Recognised Schools not to conduct any in-house examinations/internal assessment | |
| | | | J&K CM's Advisor calls for revival of panel to oversee Kashmiri Pandits' return, rehabilitation | | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, June 13: Nasir Aslam Wani, the advisor to Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, on Saturday called for the revival of the apex committee to oversee the return and rehabilitation of Kashmiri Pandits In 2009, the government in the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir, then also headed by Abdullah, constituted the apex committee to oversee and facilitate the return and rehabilitation of displaced Kashmiri Pandits and monitor the implementation of the rehabilitation measures announced by the Centre.
The body comprised government representatives and members of several Kashmiri Pandit organisations.
Addressing an event organised by Kashmiri Pandits living | |
| | | | DOB manipulation case: EOW Kashmir conducts searches at office, residence of Deputy CMO Shopian | | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, June 13: The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Kashmir of the Crime Branch J&K on Saturday conducted searches in Shopian and Pulwama districts in connection with an ongoing investigation into an alleged date-of-birth manipulation case aimed at securing undue service benefits. According to officials, the searches were carried out following the registration of an FIR under relevant sections of law pertaining to the alleged fraudulent insertion and alteration of date-of-birth entries in official service records.
As part of the investigation, teams of the EOW searched the office of the Deputy Chief Medical Officer (DCMO), Shopian, besides conducting a search at his res | |
| | | | India Will Give Voice To Aspirations Of Global South At G7 Summit: PM Modi | | | | Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, June 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said India will not only speak for itself but also give voice to the aspirations of the Global South at the upcoming G7 Summit. In his departure statement ahead of his week-long visit to France and Slovakia, during which he will attend the summit, Modi said India's presence at the G7 reflects the trust its partners place in the country and its rising global profile. "This is the 8th consecutive G7 Summit to which India has been invited. At the G7, India will not only speak for itself, but it will also give voice to the aspirations of the Global South," he said. The G7 Summit will be held in Evian, France, on Ju | |
| | | | SSP Jammu chairs SMAC meeting to review preparedness for SANJY-2026 | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 13: In view of the forthcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY-2026), the Senior Superintendent of Police Joginder Singh (SSP) Jammu chaired a comprehensive Security Management and Coordination (SMAC) Meeting at District Police Lines (DPL), Jammu, to review and strengthen security arrangements for the annual pilgrimage.
The meeting was attended by Senior officers of District Police Jammu, representatives of CRPF, BSF, SSB, ITBP, intelligence agencies, civil admini | |
| | | | ASSOCHAM J&K Council Explores Collaboration with DTNBWED for Skill Development and Workforce Capacity Building | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 13: The ASSOCHAM Jammu & Kashmir Council today held a productive interaction with the delegation of the Dattopant Thengadi National Board for Workers Education & Development (DTNBWED), Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India, led by Col. Neeraj Sharma, Director General, DTNBWED, in Jammu.
The meeting focused on exploring avenues of collaboration in the areas of skill development, workers' education, entrepreneurship promotion, workforce capacity bui | |
| | | | J&K police Kathua booked notorious drug peddler under PIT NDPS Act at Billawar | | |  Early Times Report
KATHUA, June 13: In a major success against drug peddlers, UNDER NASHA MUKT BHARAT ABHIYAAN J&K Police Kathua under the overall supervision of SSP Kathua Ms. Mohita Sharma IPS has booked one notorious drug peddler under the PITNDPS Act following multiple involvements in NDPS-related offences.
On the directions of Divisional Commissioner Jammu, a detention warrant vide Order No. PITNDPS 32 of 2026 dated 11-06-2026 was issued against the accused Bagh Shah S/o Yousuf Shah R/o | |
| | | | Arnia police arrests drug peddler, recovers heroin | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 13: Continuing its drive against drug trafficking and substance abuse, a police team of Police Station Arnia laid a surprise naka checking at Village Kothey Kalyana during the evening hours of 12.06.2026. During the naka checking, one person namely Parveen Kumar @ Pinna S/o Dev Raj R/o Chorli Kothey Bishnah Jammu was intercepted and subjected to search. Upon search, 4.80 grams of heroin was recovered from his possession. Accordingly, a case FIR No. 34/2026 under | |
| | | | Omar Govt undoing decade of neglect in Jammu, tackling Kandi Water Crisis: Javed Rana | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 13: Senior National Conference leader and Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest & Tribal Affairs Javed Rana on Saturday asserted that the Omar Abdullah-led government is working relentlessly to address the longstanding drinking water crisis in the Kandi belt, particularly across the Jammu region.
He was addressing a workers' meeting at Sidhra, organised by former Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) Corporator Shama Begum who highlighted the problems of drinking water, e | |
| | | | Joint Training Exercise "Shakti Sangam" Enhances Operational Readiness of SOG Jammu and NSG | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 13: A week-long Joint Training Exercise, "Shakti Sangam," conducted jointly by the Special Operations Group (SOG) Jammu and the National Security Guard (NSG), concluded successfully today after intensive training sessions held from 08th to 13th June 2026.
The exercise was designed to enhance operational preparedness, strengthen inter-agency coordination, and improve response capabilities against evolving security threats. During the training programme, personnel | |
| | | | Realization of divine comes through Vedic knowledge, devotion and meditation: Swami Ram Swarup Ji | | On 63rd day of 78-day four Vedas Yajna at Ved Mandir, Yol, Swami Ji highlights eternal wisdom of Vedas and path to spiritual liberation | |  Early Times Report
YOL (HIMACHAL PRADESH), June 13: On the 63rd day of the ongoing 78-day Yajna dedicated to all four Vedas at Ved Mandir, Yol, Swami Ram Swarup Ji, Yogacharya, delivered a profound discourse based on Atharvaveda Kanda 10, Sukta 8 and Shvetashvatara Upanishad 1/14, explaining the eternal Vedic path to realizing the Supreme Being.
Addressing devotees, Swami Ji drew an analogy between fire hidden within wood and the Divine Presence concealed within every individual. He explained | |
| | | | Millions have benefited from Constitutional safeguards envisioned by Dr Ambedkar: Balbir | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 13: BJP Spokesperson and former Vice Chairman, Balbir Ram Rattan, said that millions of people belonging to the Scheduled Castes and other disadvantaged sections of society have benefited from the constitutional safeguards envisioned by Bharat Ratna Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, which opened avenues of education, employment, social justice, and dignity for generations.
Balbir Ram Rattan expressed these views while interacting with a group of senior retired government offic | |
| | | | Director FCS&CA inspects natural gas pipeline project and city gate stations | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 13: Director FCS&CA Jammu Rajesh Kumar Shavan inspected the ongoing Gurdaspur-Jammu Natural Gas Pipeline Project along with the City Gate Stations (CGSs) at Vijaypur and Bishnah.
During the inspection, the Director reviewed progress of the pipeline infrastructure and assessed the status of works at the City Gate Stations. Deputy General Manager Construction GAIL India Ltd Kumar Rahul briefed the Director on the technical features of the project, current progress | |
| | | | Director FCS&CA inspects natural gas pipeline project and city gate stations | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 13: Director FCS&CA Jammu Rajesh Kumar Shavan inspected the ongoing Gurdaspur-Jammu Natural Gas Pipeline Project along with the City Gate Stations (CGSs) at Vijaypur and Bishnah.
During the inspection, the Director reviewed progress of the pipeline infrastructure and assessed the status of works at the City Gate Stations. Deputy General Manager Construction GAIL India Ltd Kumar Rahul briefed the Director on the technical features of the project, current progress | |
| | | | Doda Police Intensifies Anti- Narcotics Campaign; Wild Cannabis Over 43.5 Kanals Destroyed | | |  Early Times Report
DODA, June 13: As part of the ongoing Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan and the sustained drive against drug abuse and illegal narcotic cultivation, Doda Police, in coordination with the Revenue Department, conducted a major wild cannabis (bhang) destruction operation in different parts of the district today. In the Bhargi area of Gandoh Sub-Division, a joint team of Police and Revenue authorities carried out a large-scale destruction drive during which wild cannabis spread over app | |
| | | | Secretary RDD reviews sanitation services for SANJY 2026 along Pahalgam axis | | |  Early Times Report
PAHALGAM, June 13: Secretary, Rural Development Department (RDD) and Panchayati Raj, Mohammad Aijaz Asad, today conducted an extensive review of sanitation arrangements along the Pahalgam axis, from Nunwan Base Camp to Pissutop and Zojibal, in preparation for the forthcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY) 2026.
During the visit, the Secretary inspected the sanitation infrastructure, including toilets and bath units installed at Nunwan, Chandanwari, Pissutop and Zojibal, to | |
| | | | Missing girl traced within 12 hours by Ramban police | | |  Early Times Report
RAMBAN, June 13: District Police Ramban successfully traced and recovered a missing girl within 12 hours of the registration of the missing report reflecting its prompt response and commitment towards public service.
A missing report regarding Samreen Shaheen (19 years) D/o Mohd. Sardar R/o Village Dharalta, Tehsil Batote, District Ramban was lodged at Police Station Batote on 12.06.2026. Upon receipt of the report a special police team was constituted and an intensive sear | |
| | | | HSS Berarru honours Class XII achievers at felicitation ceremony | | | |
Early Times Report
DODA, June 13: Higher Secondary School (HSS) Berarru, Zone Bhalla organised a felicitation ceremony to honour the top achievers of the Class XII Board Examination, with Deputy Commissioner Doda Krishan Lal gracing the occasion as Chief Guest.
Class XII toppers and meritorious students were honoured with certificates and mementos by the dignitaries in recognition of their academic achievements.
Addressing the gathering, the Deputy Commissioner commended the students for their outstanding performance and appreciated the efforts of teachers and parents. He urged students to remain focussed and continue striving for excellence.
Additional Deputy Commissioner Bhaderwah S | |
| | | | CMO Doda chairs block-level review meeting at Assar | | | | Early Times Report
ASSAR, June 13: Chief Medical Officer Doda Dr Vinod Sharma today chaired a block-level review meeting at PHC Assar to review the functioning of Medical Block Assar and assess the implementation of various health programmes.
Block Medical Officer Assar Dr Syed Mohd Ismail delivered a comprehensive presentation highlighting the block's performance on various health indicators, achievements under different national health programmes and ongoing initiatives aimed at strengthening healthcare services.
During the meeting, the CMO conducted a detailed review of various health programmes and emphasised the need for focussed efforts to achieve targets under the National Health | |
| | | | Hands-on training, student screening conducted under Samagra Shiksha in Doda | | | | Early Times Report
DODA, June 13: An orientation-cum-hands-on training on the use of the EzeCheck non-invasive haemoglobin screening device was conducted at Government Higher Secondary School Jatheli and Government Higher Secondary School Jodhpur Doda to strengthen school health programmes and ensure early detection of anaemia among students.
The training was imparted by Krishan Kant, an expert from EzeRX, who demonstrated the operation, initialisation and effective use of the device to designated school coordinators and staff. The programme was conducted under the supervision of Chief Education Officer Doda Bhushan Kumar Pathak and was accompanied by Auditor Samagra Shiksha District Doda | |
| | | | DC Budgam visits Railway Station Nowgam, reviews preparedness for SANJY-2026 | | |  Early Times Report
BUDGAM, June 13: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Athar Aamir Khan, today visited Nowgam Railway Station to review the arrangements being put in place for the smooth facilitation of devotees undertaking the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY) 2026.
During the visit, the DC inspected various facilities and reviewed the preparedness of the concerned departments to ensure seamless movement, convenience, and safety of the pilgrims. He visited the Registration-cum-Facilitation Cent | |
| | | | MHA empanels 6 senior IPS officers for DGP rank | | | |
Early Times Report
Jammu, June 13: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has empanelled six senior IPS officers of the AGMUT cadre for appointment to the rank of Director General of Police (DGP), including three officers from the erstwhile Jammu and Kashmir segment.
The officers cleared for empanelment to the coveted DGP rank are Dr. Shiv Darshan Singh Jamwal, Rajesh Kumar, Satish Shriramaji Khandare, Tsewang Namgyal Kalon, David Lalrinsanga and Rajesh Khandare.
Among them, Dr. Shiv Darshan Singh Jamwal, Rajesh Kumar and Tsewang Namgyal Kalon belong to the erstwhile Jammu and Kashmir segment of the AGMUT cadre.
Official sources said the empanelment paves the way for these officers t | |
| | | | Power shut down | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 13: Chief Engineer (Distribution) JPDCL Jammu has informed that the power supply to MES Nagrota, Sidhra, Bamyal, PHE Sheetli Station and adjoining areas will remain affected on June 14 from 2 pm to 5 pm.
Similarly, the power supply to Dinga Amb, Katli, Dhabi, Mangloor and adjoining areas will remain affected on June 14 from 6 am to 11 am.
Likewise, the power supply to Basohli, Martha, Nagrota, Saman, Jandrota, Bhoond, Duggan, Chalog, Dhaggar Bani and adjoining areas will remain affected on June 15 from 6 am to 12 noon.
Similarly, the power supply to Transport Nagar, Narwal, Railway Colony, Upper Chowadi, Part of Channi Himmat, Malik Market, Matto Colony, | |
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