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| Jammu reports 64 fire incidents on Diwali Night | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Nov 9: As many as 64 fire incidents were reported across Jammu region during the Diwali celebrations, causing extensive damage to commercial properties and other assets, officials said on Monday Jammu district accounted for the highest number of 30 incidents, including at the historic Warehouse Nehru Market in the heart of the city, the officials of the Fire and Emergency Services said. Of the 64 incidents, 11 were reported till 5 pm on Sunday, while the remaining 53 occurred between 5 pm and 3 am, coinciding with Diwali celebrations and widespread bursting of firecrackers, officials said.
Samba and Kathua districts together recorded 10 incidents, including the | |
| | | | Omar Govt mulls special package for fire sufferers | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Nov 8: After two back-to-back fire incidents at Shiv Market and Warehouse, the government is seriously considering rehabilitating the affected shopkeepers and traders through special funds to adequately compensate their losses.
Over 35 shops were gutted to ashes in Shiv Market near Railway Station Jammu in the intervening night of October 25 and 26. While the authorities were preparing a report to assess the total loss, a massive fire engulfed Warehouse, Jammu on November 8, resulting in losses worth crores.
Sources said that during his visit to the Shiv Market along with senior officers, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah directed the officers to prepare detailed r | |
| | | | LG Sinha, CM Omar express grief over fire incidents | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Nov 9: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, expressed profound grief over the fire incident at Warehouse, Jammu. He reviewed the situation last night. The Lieutenant Governor also spoke with the senior officials today and directed to ensure that immediate and comprehensive relief is provided to those affected by this tragedy. He conveyed his heartfelt sympathies to the business community and traders and assured all possible assistance.
Meanwhile, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah also expressed deep grief over the massive fire incident at Bikram Chowk, Jammu, conveying his heartfelt sympathies to all those affected.
The Chief Minister directed the district administrat | |
| | | | Mehbooba seeks package to revive fire-hit markets | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Nov 9: The PDP president and former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Mehbooba Mufti on Monday called for a special financial package from the Centre and the Union territory government for traders affected by the fire in Jammu's Nehru Market warehouse area, saying the losses could run into Rs 200-300 crore.
Several shops were gutted in the fire on Sunday night at the historic market, one of the oldest commercial hubs of Jammu, known for its wholesale trade in foodgrains and other essential commodities, in the Bikram Chowk area. The fire reportedly originated in one of the shops and spread rapidly to adjoining establishments, with the presence of large quantities | |
| | | | Lives of RSS Pracharaks, Swayamsevaks should inspire people to serve nation: Bhagwat | | | | Early Times Report
Nagpur, Nov 9: The selfless and committed work of RSS pracharaks and swayamsevaks should inspire people to contribute to the progress of the country and the world, Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat said on Monday.
The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh's century-long journey was based on its "man-making methodology", which seeks to improve individuals so that society and the country benefit, he said.
Bhagwat was addressing an event marking the inauguration of the Nagpur Nagrik bank building and the release of a book on RSS pracharaks.
Sangh pracharaks dedicate their lives to the organisation without selfishness, ego or personal expectations, and their commitment provides inspirati | |
| | | | 2 killed in Banihal accident | | | |
Early Times Report
Banihal, Nov 9: Two persons were killed while several others were injured after a Swift car rammed into a culvert wall along the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) near Banihal on Monday, officials said.
An official said that two people died while several others were injured after a Swift car hit a culvert wall near Shabanbass along the highway.
He said the injured were shifted to Banihal Hospital for treatment, while their identities are being ascertained.
Meanwhile, cognizance of the incident has been taken and an investigation has been initiated. | |
| | | | Man held with pistol | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 9: A man was arrested with a pistol in the outskirts of Jammu, police said on Monday Investigation is underway to ascertain the source of the weapon, its intended use and any possible criminal linkages, a police spokesman said.
Asif Ali Chowdhary, a resident of Langotia, Miran Sahib, was arrested with a pistol, a magazine and two live rounds late Sunday night in Bishnah area.
An FIR under relevant sections of Arms Act has been registered at Bishnah police station, the spokesman said, reiterating Jammu Police’s commitment to maintaining peace and security and taking strict action against illegal possession of arms. | |
| | | | JKBOSE results likely on Jan 10 | | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, Nov 9: The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) is targeting January 10 for the declaration of Class 10, 11 and 12 examination results. JKBOSE Chairman Ghulam Hassan Sheikh said the Board was making efforts to announce the results within the targeted timeline, following the completion of the ongoing examinations.
"After the last paper, it takes around 8 to 10 days to conduct practical examinations and examinations for vocational subjects. We will try to declare the results of all classes by January 10," Sheikh told reporters on the sidelines of a function.
He, however, cautioned that certain factors could affect the timeline, making it diffi | |
| | | | Uttarakhand’s spiritual heritage inspires nation: LG Sinha | | J&K Lok Bhavan celebrates region’s foundation day | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 9: Jammu Kashmir Lok Bhavan today celebrated 26th Foundation Day of Uttarakhand. Speaking on the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha extended warm greetings and best wishes to the people of Uttarakhand. He said that the day celebrates the rich cultural, spiritual and civilisational heritage of the State.
Paying homage to the former Prime Minister Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the Lieutenant Governor recalled his visionary leadership and unwavering commitment that led to the creation of Uttarakhand. He noted that Shri Vajpayee understood the long-standing aspirations of the people of the hill region and transformed them into reality.
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| | | | ED attaches properties worth Rs 10.63 cr in Rs 32 cr PMEGP loan fraud case | | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, Nov 9: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has provisionally attached 11 immovable properties worth Rs 10.63 crore in Srinagar and Bandipora districts in connection with the alleged misuse of the Prime Minister's Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) scheme in Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Monday
The provisional attachment order, issued by the ED's Srinagar Zonal Office under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, covers lands and buildings allegedly held by suppliers-cum-brokers and a J&K Bank official accused of involvement in the scheme's misuse.
ED said that investigation was initiated on the basis two FIRs of Anti-Corruption Bureau, | |
| | | | Habitual offender booked under PSA in Doda | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Nov 9: A habitual offender was held under the Public Safety Act (PSA) for allegedly being repeatedly involved in criminal activities and sent to Bhaderwah jail, officials said According to police records, five cases have been registered against Riaz Ahmed over the years under various provisions of law for criminal acts. He is a resident of Kakriyal Jatheli in Mahalla tehsil of Doda district, they said.
These cases include breach of peace, rioting, assault, damaging property, voluntarily causing hurt, mischief, wrongful restraint and disobedience.
Police said the detention was ordered under the provisions of the PSA in accordance with the prescribed legal proce | |
| | | | MeT predicts wet spell from Nov 12; snowfall over higher reaches | | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, Nov 9: After several weeks of prolonged dry weather, Jammu and Kashmir is likely to witness a fresh spell of rain and snowfall from November 12, with the Meteorological Department forecasting widespread precipitation, snowfall over higher reaches and a subsequent considerable drop in temperatures
According to the weather forecast, a feeble Western Disturbance is approaching the region on Monday, which may bring light snowfall over a few higher-altitude areas, particularly in the hilly regions of North and Central Kashmir. The weather is also expected to become partly cloudy towards late afternoon and evening.
A feeble to moderate intensity Western Disturban | |
| | | | Revised MRPs of 1,364 anti-Cancer formulations come into force | | | | Early Times Report
New Delhi, Nov 9: Revised Maximum Retail Prices (MRPs) of 1,364 anti-cancer formulations have come into effect from Monday, a move projected to save consumers an estimated Rs 3,540.38 crore annually, according to an official release.
The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA), functioning under the Department of Pharmaceuticals, capped trade margins on the MRP of 137 anti-cancer drugs based on recommendations submitted on October 17, 2026, by an Expert Committee constituted by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare.
According to the ministry, 85 pharmaceutical companies have reported revised MRPs for 1,364 ant | |
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