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| Mystery deepens: Names of 6 ‘silent rebels’ do rounds in political circles | | Rajya Sabha Polls | | | SANJAY PANDITA
Early Times Report
Jammu, Oct 25: In a surprising turn of events during the Rajya Sabha elections, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah addressed the issue of cross-voting by coalition members, which he stated was not a significant concern for him.
However, the key question circulating in political circles revolves around the identities of six Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) from the coalition who either directly or indirectly contributed to the victory of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Sat Pal Sharma for the fourth seat in the third notification.
Reports indicate that four coalition MLAs openly cross-voted in favor of Sat Pal Sharma, while two others deliberately invalidated their votes, indirectly aiding the BJP’s success. Speculation is rife about the identities of these six MLAs, with various names being mentioned in political discussions, though no verified information has been confirmed.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah revealed that he is aware of the MLAs who facilitated the BJP’s win. “I know exactly who helped the BJP secure the fourth seat,” h... | |
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| No complaints with 3-1 scoreline but NC faced ‘betrayal’ from some quarters, says CM Omar | | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, Oct 25: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Saturday said while no one should have complaints about the 3-1 scoreline for the National Conference over the BJP in the Rajya Sabha elections held, his party faced “betrayal” from some quarters at the last moment during polling on Friday.
The ruling National Conference (NC) won three seats, while the BJP managed one in the first Rajya Sabha elections held in Jammu and Kashmir after it became a Union territory in 2019.
Speaking to reporters after inaugurating a chrysanthemum garden here, Abdullah also said that the non-BJP MLAs who supported the saffron party in the polls should have the courage to ... | |
| | | | Farooq, BJP reject ‘fixed match’ allegations | | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, Oct 25: The National Conference and the BJP on Saturday rejected allegations that the Rajya Sabha polls were a “fixed match”, with NC president Farooq Abdullah saying his party had rejected an offer from the BJP and had preferred a contest.
Abdullah also denied the charge by People’s Conference chief and MLA from Handwara, Sajad Lone, that the NC had “gifted” seven votes to the BJP.
On Friday, the ruling NC won three seats, while the BJP managed one in the first Rajya Sabha elections held in Jammu and Kashmir after it became a Union territory in 2019.
J-K BJP president Sat Sharma defeated NC candidate Imran Nabi Dar by securing 32 votes.
“Had we gifted it, ... | |
| | | | Drug addiction grips J&K: 10% of total population addicted, families shattered, future at stake | | | | Atul Sharma
Early Times Report
Jammu, Oct 25: A chilling wave of drug addiction is sweeping through Jammu & Kashmir, transforming a once-hidden crisis into a full-blown societal emergency that threatens to tear communities apart.
According to the alarming findings of the National Survey on Extent and Pattern of Substance Use in India (2022–23) by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, over 10% of J&K’s 1.35 million population is ensnared by substance abuse, with thousands of adolescents falling prey to this growing menace. Behind these stark statistics lie heart-wrenching tales of shattered families, squandered dreams, and lives lost to silent suffering.
A senior officer shared... | |
| | | | CM Omar inaugurates Bagh-e-Gul-e-Dawood | | Kashmir’s First Chrysanthemum Theme Garden | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Oct 25: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated Bagh-e-Gul-e-Dawood (Chrysanthemum Theme Garden) at the picturesque Botanical Garden in Srinagar, marking a new milestone in the Valley’s tourism and floriculture landscape.
Developed at a cost of ₹1.869 crore, the Chrysanthemum Theme Garden spans over 100 kanals and is envisioned as a major autumn attraction in Kashmir. With its vibrant blooms in shades of yellow, red, pink, and purple, the garden promises ... | |
| | | | Congress yet to join NC campaign in Nagrota bypoll | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Oct 25: After announcing that it would not contest the Nagrota Assembly by-election, the Congress is yet to decide whether it will campaign jointly with its coalition partner, the National Conference (NC), in the constituency.
While the ruling NC has already kick-started its campaign, the Congress has so far refrained from deputing any leader to canvass for Shamim Begum, the NC candidate from the seat.
Highly placed sources within the Congress revealed that a majority of party leaders favour maintaining a distance from the campaign and allowing the NC to contest independently.
“The feeling within the party is that the National Conference should handle the cam... | |
| | | | CBK tracks down fugitive Patwari | | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, Oct 25: Bringing an end to a prolonged chase, the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir arrested Ashiq Ali, a former Patwari accused in a major graft and forgery case. The accused, on the run since July, was tracked down and taken into custody after sustained surveillance and intelligence efforts by the investigating team.
Spokesperson in a statement , The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir has arrested Ashiq Ali, son of Ghulam Rasool Khan, resident of Panner Jagir, presently residing at Hawal, Srinagar.
Statement reads, The accused, who served as Patwari, Balhama Srinagar, was wanted in connection with FIR No. 14/2025 regi... | |
| | | | Delhi-NCR sees rise in respiratory, pregnancy-related cases | | Post-Diwali Pollution | | | NEW DELHI, Oct 25:
The days following Diwali have once again brought a sharp decline in Delhi-NCR’s air quality, with hospitals reporting a noticeable surge in respiratory and pregnancy-related complications.
Doctors across the region have attributed this spike to the combined effects of air and noise pollution caused by the widespread bursting of firecrackers, particularly during late-night hours.
According to pulmonologists and gynaecologists, both outpatient and emergency cases saw a sharp rise between October 20 and 23, as pollution levels soared far beyond permissible limits.
Delhi’s Air Quality Index remained in the “very poor” category in the period.
The sudden exposure to s... | |
| | | | SC to hear suo-motu case pertaining to stray dogs tomorrow | | | | NEW DELHI, Oct 25:
The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear a suo motu case relating to stray dogs on October 27.
The apex court had on August 22 expanded the scope of the stray dogs case beyond the confines of Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) and directed that all states and Union Territories be made parties in the matter.
As per the cause list of October 27 uploaded on the top court’s website, the matter will be heard by a three-judge special bench comprising Justices Vikram Nath, Sandeep Mehta and N V Anjaria.
Besides the suo motu case, four separate pleas related to the issue are also listed for hearing.
In its order passed on August 22, the apex court had modified its earlier d... | |
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