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| Exposition of holy relics deepened spiritual connect between India and Russia: LG Sinha | | Says relics are back home but Buddha's enduring presence in Kalmykia will continue to guide devotees | |  Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Oct 20: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha returned to Delhi today after concluding his three-day visit to the Republic of Kalmykia, Russia.
He was leading the delegation to bring back the Holy Relics of Lord Buddha to India following their exposition in Elista, the Capital city of the Republic of Kalmykia, Russia.
The Lieutenant Governor posted on X: “Holy relics of Lord Buddha are back home after week-long exposition at Kalmykia, Russia.
The exposition underscored our commitment to foster mutual understanding, build trust and cooperation and create lasting connections through shared spiritual experiences.
Exposition of holy relics has deepened spiritual connect and mindfulness will always serve as a source of peace, ideals and inspiration for future ... | |
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| Cong’s decision not to contest Nagrota bypoll sparks unease in coalition | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Oct 20: The Congress high command’s decision not to contest the Nagrota Assembly by-election has triggered unease within the party ranks and raised questions about the health of its alliance with the National Conference (NC).
As earlier reported by The Early Times, the local Congress leadership was prepared to contest the Nagrota bypoll with the NC’s support. However, the party’s central leadership decided to stay away from the contest, leaving both the Nagrota and Budgam Assembly seats for the National Conference.
“It is too early to say anything at this point. The central leadership is occupied with the Bihar elections, and clarity will emerge only after t... | |
| | | | NC never wanted to fight on 2 seats: Omar | | |  Early Times Report
Budgam, Oct 20: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday accompanied National Conference Budgam Assembly by-election candidate Agha Syed Mehmood to the nomination filing.
Speaking to the reporters outside the venue, J-K CM Omar Abdullah admitted that he never wanted to contest the election on two seats, one of which was the Budgam Assembly constituency, which he vacated later, necessitating a by-election.
Omar Abdullah extended his complete faith in Agh... | |
| | | | NC, PDP, BJP candidates file nominations | | |  Early Times Report
BUDGAM, Oct 20: Candidates of all major political parties, including National Conference, Peoples Democratic Party, and the Bharatiya Janata Party, filed nominations for key election to the Budgam seat on Monday-the last day for filling nominations papers.
National Conference candidate Aga Syed Mehmood was accompanied by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah filed his nomination papers, while Peoples Democratic Party candidate, Aga Syed Muntazir Mehdi was accompanied by MLA Wahee... | |
| | | | NC hints at ‘many surprises’ in RS elections | | Says confident of getting support of all non-BJP MLAs | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Oct 20: Confident of garnering support from all non-BJP parties, including Independents and three legislators of the rival Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the ruling National Conference (NC) on Sunday claimed it would spring a surprise by winning all four Rajya Sabha seats from Jammu and Kashmir.
Chief spokesperson of the NC, Tanvir Sadiq, exuded optimism that the upcoming October 24 Rajya Sabha elections would yield unexpected results in the party’s favour. “Many surprises will be there on October 24. The National Conference will bag all four seats,” Sadiq told reporters, adding that the party is receiving support even from those outside the ruling alliance. ... | |
| | | | CM Omar extends Diwali greetings | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Oct 20: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today extended warm greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir and to all those celebrating the festival of Diwali across the country and beyond.
In his message, the Chief Minister said that Diwali, the festival of lights, signifies the triumph of good over evil and the victory of truth and righteousness. He noted that the festival is a celebration of hope and harmony, symbolizing the enduring values of compassion, unity a... | |
| | | | Exceptional coordination brought Pak to its knees: PM Modi | | |  Early Times Report
PANAJI, Oct 20: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said the exceptional coordination among the three armed forces -” fear instilled by the Navy, extraordinary skills of the Air Force and bravery of the Army -” forced Pakistan to its knees during Operation Sindoor in no time. Addressing the Navy personnel onboard INS Vikrant off the Goa coast, he said the indigenously built aircraft carrier was a “powerful symbol of Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ and its handover to the Navy led ... | |
| | | | Ashwini Vaishnaw reviews passenger movements | | |  New Delhi, Oct 20:
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday visited the monitoring room, also referred to as the war room, at the Rail Bhawan here to review passenger movements at various prominent railway stations across the country.
The war room provides live feed on multiple monitors from major railway stations across the country, using internet connectivity and cameras installed at strategic locations.
During his visit, he appreciated the staff for their round-the-clock efforts an... | |
| | | | Court sentences man to 20 years in POCSO case involving 12-yr old girl | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Oct 20: In a significant verdict, the Court of Principal Sessions Judge, Udhampur, on Monday sentenced a 41-year-old man to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for committing aggravated penetrative sexual assault on a minor girl aged below 12 years, under provisions of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.
The convict, Mohd Arshad alias Nika, son of Mohd Iqbal, resident of Bain (presently at Motor Shed Chenani, Udhampur), was found guilty unde... | |
| | | | Indian Army celebrates Diwali with Zeal at LoC posts in Kupwara | | |  Early Times Report
Kupwara, Oct 20: In the icy heights of north Kashmir’s Kupwara district, Indian Army soldiers stationed at forward posts along the Line of Control (LoC) celebrated Diwali with fervour, undeterred by freezing temperatures and rugged terrain. The celebrations, filled with the exchange of sweets and festive greetings, showcased the troops’ unity, resilience, and unwavering commitment to safeguarding the nation’s borders.... | |
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