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| DIG concludes Vigilance Awareness Week at Regional Ayurveda Research Institute | | |  early times report
JAMMU, Nov 2: The Regional Ayurveda Research Institute (RARI), Jammu, under the aegis of the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, successfully concluded “Vigilance Awareness Week 2025” in alignment with the Central Vigilance Commission’s nationwide observance from October 27 to November 2, 2025, under the theme “Vigilance: Our Shared Responsibility.” Sh. Shiv Kumar Sharma, IPS, Deputy Inspector General of Police, JSK Range, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and emphasized the crucial role of collective responsibility in eradicating corruption and strengthening ethical governance.
He highlighted the need for every citizen, especially government officers, to uphold honesty and fairness in their prof... | |
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| SP Rural Jammu Reviews Security Arrangements at Baba Bhotto Dev Sansthan | | | 
Early Times Report
Jammu, Nov 2: In view of the forthcoming Mela of Mahajan Burdari, where thousands of devotees are expected to visit, SP Rural Jammu conducted a comprehensive review of the security arrangements at Baba Bhutto Dev Sansthan. The SP Rural was accompanied by SDPO Domana, SHO Domana, IC PP Pouni Chak, IC BPP Sandwan, and members of the Sansthan Committee during the inspection.
During the visit, the SP took a detailed assessment of the deployment plan, traffic regulation, p... | |
| | | | Kashmir Marathon will be ‘major economic catalyst’ for tourism sector: LG Sinha | | |  Early Times Report
Srinagar, Nov 2: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday said the Kashmir Marathon will be a “major economic catalyst” for the Union Territory’s tourism sector.
The remark came as Sinha felicitated the winners of this year’s marathon — the second edition of the international event launched last year.
The full and half marathons — of 42 kilometres and 21 kilometres, respectively — were organised by the Jammu and Kashmir tourism department on Sunday, ... | |
| | | | People running for Kashmir, India: Sunil Shetty | | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, Nov 2: Bollywood actor Sunil Shetty in Kashmir on Marathon 2.0, on Sunday expressed his delight at witnessing the overwhelming participation in the event. He said, “People are running for Kashmir and for India.
Speaking to media persons during the Kashmir Marathon 2.0, said, “People are running for Kashmir and for India. This is such a beautiful thing, and it is amazing to see the enthusiasm with which people of all ages are running. I am very happy to be here for the second edition, and every year I will try my best to come again.”
On being asked about the importance of this event for tourism after the Baisaran incident, Shetty said, “Yes, I can see that... | |
| | | | LG felicitates winners | | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Nov 2: The Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha felicitated the winners of Kashmir Marathon-2025 in Srinagar today. The Full & Half Marathon, 42 KMs and 21 KMs respectively, was organized by the J&K Tourism Department and 1100 runners from 27 States, Union Territories and 11 foreign countries participated in this mega international event in the Union Territory. Addressing the participants, Marathon enthusiasts and officials, the Lieutenant Governor said that the soaring spirit of 1100 runners is a testament to Marathon's ability to unite them and strengthen the brotherhood through shared experiences.
"Within two years since its launch, Kashmir Marathon has beco... | |
| | | | Every Indian is proud of J&K Police for ‘Op Mahadev’: LG | | Hails officers awarded Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak 2025 | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Nov 2: Jammu & Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, on Sunday lauded the J&K Police personnel awarded the Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak 2025 for their exemplary role in executing Operation Mahadev.
In a post on X, Office of J&K LG wrote, “Every Indian is proud of our J&K Police personnel, who have been awarded ‘Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak’ 2025 for successfully executing their mission ‘Op Mahadev’.”
He further congratulated the awardees, sayin... | |
| | | | NC faces high-stakes ‘Aga vs Aga vs Aga’ battle in Budgam bypoll | | | | Sanjay Pandita
Early Times Report
Jammu, Nov 2: Although all major political parties have deployed their full strength in the Budgam byelection, the stakes are particularly high for the ruling National Conference (NC), which is fighting to retain one of its oldest strongholds in central Kashmir.
Budgam, often described as the citadel of the National Conference, has remained loyal to the party for decades. Except for the 1972 election, when Congress candidate Ali Mohammad Mir secured victory, the NC has consistently held the seat since 1977. In 2002, 2008, and 2014, senior NC leader Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi won the seat before moving to national politics. ... | |
| | | | Despite political opposition, campaign to dismiss terror-linked employees to continue | | |  Sandeep Bhat
Early Times Report
Jammu, Nov 2: The administration has decided to intensify its campaign to weed out terror-friendly employees from government service, despite mounting criticism from several political parties, including the ruling National Conference (NC).
According to official sources, while 80 government employees with alleged links to terror groups have already been dismissed from service, more than 100 others remain under the scanner. Intelligence agencies are closely m... | |
| | | | Prez Murmu emphasizes on role of women in India’s development | | |  Early Times Report
Haridwar, Nov 2: President Draupadi Murmu on Sunday emphasised the need for collective cooperation of the entire nation, including women, to realise the vision of a developed India by 2047.
Speaking as the chief guest at the second convocation ceremony of Patanjali University, Murmu highlighted the significant role women are playing in the educational landscape.
Murmu expressed her delight at the fact that 62 per cent of the students at Patanjali University and 64 per ... | |
| | | | J&K HC orders interim posting of Judges | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 2: Following the retirement of Principal District and Sessions Judge Reasi, Suresh Chander Katal, and Special Judge Anti-Corruption Srinagar, Surinder Singh, on October 31, 2025, the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir has made temporary arrangements to ensure smooth judicial functioning.
As per an order, Arun Kumar Kotwal, District Judge (LRP), Jammu, has been assigned the charge of Principal District and Sessions Judge, Reasi, while the Additional Sessions Judge, Anti-Corruption, Srinagar, will look after the additional charge of the Special Judge, Anti-Corruption, Srinagar, till regular appointments are made. ... | |
| | | | NIA gives go-ahead to cable car project in Pahalgam | | |  Early Times Report
New Delhi, Nov 2: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has given its nod to the Jammu and Kashmir government for a cable car project in Baisaran in the tourist resort of Pahalgam, the site of the April 22 terror attack, officials said on Sunday.
The Jammu and Kashmir government had sought approval from the NIA, which is probing the attack, in which 26 people, mostly tourists, were killed by Pakistan-based terrorists.
NIA officials said the anti-terror agency was app... | |
| | | | SC to hear stray dogs case today | | Chief Secretaries of States, UTs to appear | | | Early Times Report
New Delhi, Nov 2: The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear on November 3 the case concerning stray dogs in which it had directed the chief secretaries of all the states and Union Territories, except West Bengal and Telangana, to remain present before it.
While hearing the matter on October 27, the top court had directed the chief secretaries to remain present before it on November 3 to explain why compliance affidavits were not filed despite the court’s August 22 order.
The apex court on August 22 asked the states and UTs about the steps being taken for compliance of the Animal Birth Control (ABC) Rules.
The matter is slated to come up for hearing on Monday before ... | |
| | | | 3 J&K Police officers promoted to SP grade | | |  Early Times Report
Srinagar, Nov 2: The Jammu and Kashmir government has approved the promotion of three Jammu & Kashmir Police (JKPS) officers to the grade of Superintendent of Police Selection Grade (II) [Level 12 (Rs 78,800–2,09,200) of the Pay Matrix], as per Government Order No. 525-Home of 2025 dated November 1, 2025.
An order issued by home Department, stated that as per official references including the minutes of Selection Committee-I held on July 3, 2025, and subsequent communica... | |
| | | | 2 wanted absconders held | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 2: Two absconders, wanted in a case registered under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, were arrested after a hunt of five years in Baramulla district, police said here on Sunday.
Owais Farooq and Ahsan Fayaz Leilu, both residents of Old Town, Baramulla, were nabbed by a team from R S Pura police station in Jammu district, a police spokesperson said.
He said an FIR under various sections of Indian Penal Code and UAPA was registered against the duo in 2020 but they could not be traced for the last five years.
Due to their prolonged evasion, a Jammu court had earlier issued warrants under Section 299 CrPC against them, the spokesperson said.
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| | | | Delhi: Ban on entry of commercial goods vehicles below BS-IV norms kicks in | | |  NEW DELHI, Nov 2:
More than 250 vehicles were returned from Delhi’s borders on Saturday as a ban on the entry of commercial goods vehicles not registered here and compliant with BS-III or lower emission standards came into force in the national capital. Transport department and traffic police teams have been deployed at Delhi’s borders.
According to official data from the Delhi Traffic Police, 5,325 non-destined vehicles were checked and 256 of those turned back.
Challans were issued to... | |
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