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| Ridiculous: Late Bhim Singh’s son wants to build J&K air force with Turkey’s help | | | |
Early Times Report
Jammu, May 18: As India intensifies its call to boycott Turkey over its military support to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor, a controversial move by Ankit Love, leader of the Jammu and Kashmir National Panthers Party (JKNPP) and son of the late Prof. Bhim Singh, has sparked outrage. Love recently attended a Turkish aerospace fair, reportedly to explore opportunities for developing an air force for Jammu and Kashmir, a move that has drawn sharp criticism given the nationwide sentiment against Turkey.
In a statement issued in the media, Love, who earlier had tendered an unconditional apology from the Government of India for his misdeeds, said that he has a dream to have Jammu and Kashmir’s Air Force.
Despite Turkey boycott call, Ankit Love, a London-based politician and JKNPP leader, attended a Turkish aerospace fair, reportedly to explore collaborations for establishing an air force for Jammu and Kashmir. This move has been perceived as tone-deaf, given Turkey’s role in escalating tensions with India. Love’s attendance at the fair, which showcased advanc... | |
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| ‘Arrested YouTuber Jyoti conducted recce of Pahalgam before terror attack’ | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, May 18: Many startling revelations are coming to the fore during questioning of the arrested popular YouTuber and a well-known travel vlogger, Jyoti Malhotra, arrested on allegations of espionage for Pakistan.
Authorities claim that she conducted a reconnaissance of the tourist destination Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir ahead of the devastating terror attack in April 2025, which left 26 civilians, mostly tourists dead.
Malhotra, 33, a resident of Hisar, Haryana, ... | |
| | | | No expiry date in Indo-Pak understanding on cessation of hostilities: Army | | |  New Delhi, May 18:
Agencies
There is “no expiry date” to the understanding reached between Indian and Pakistani Director Generals of Military Operations (DGMOs) on cessation of hostilities nearly a week back, the Indian Army said on Sunday.
The clarification came following reports that the arrangement between the two militaries on stopping the hostilities is ending this evening.
The Director Generals of Military Operations (DGMOs) of India and Pakistan on May 12 decided to continue wit... | |
| | | | Amit Shah participates in 'Tiranga Yatra' to celebrate success of ‘Op Sindoor’ | | |  Ahmedabad, May 18:
Agencies
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday took part in a 'Tiranga Yatra' in Sanand in Gujarat's Ahmedabad city to celebrate the success of Operation Sindoor.
Holding the Tricolour, he walked from Nal Sarovar Chowkdi till Maharana Pratap Chowk on Eklingji Road, where he paid floral tributes at the statue of the legendary 16th century warrior. Among those who took part in the foot march were Gujarat minister of state for home Harsh Sanghavi, local MLAs, BJP leader... | |
| | | | ‘Govt aims to set up 2 lakh PACS by 2029’ | | | | Ahmedabad, May 18:
Agencies
Union Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said the Centre has taken measures to prevent registered PACS from becoming financially sick and will soon bring a policy for their quick settlement in case they have gone into liquidation and for registration of new PACS in their place.
The Union Minister of Cooperation said the Narendra Modi government aims to set up two lakh new Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) by 2029, and they are being connected to 22 different types of businesses, with arrangements being made to ensure registered PACS do not become financially sick.
“The work of connecting 22 different types of businesses with PACS has been done by th... | |
| | | | LG Sinha pays obeisance to Maa Zeashta Devi | | Prays for well-being of all, peace and prosperity of J&K | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, May 18: On the auspicious occasion of Zeashta Mata Jayanti, Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha paid his obeisance to Maa Zeashta Devi, at Zeashta Devi Temple, Zeathyar Srinagar. The Lieutenant Governor sought the blessings of Mata Zeashta and prayed for the well-being of all and peace and prosperity of J&K UT. The Lieutenant Governor also interacted with the devotees and conveyed his heartiest greetings on the sacred occasion. Members of Zeashta Devi Prabandhak... | |
| | | | Would prefer hell over Pak: Javed Akhtar | | |  New Delhi, May 18:
Agencies
Noted lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar, who is often targeted for his views on patriotism and religion, says that if there comes a time he has to choose between Pakistan and hell, he would prefer to go to hell.
Akhtar, 80, was speaking at Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut’s book launch on Saturday night in Mumbai.
At the event, the lyricist — who identifies himself as an atheist — said extremists from both India and Pakistan shower abuses on him daily... | |
| | | | Preparations underway after 5 years | | Kailash Mansarovar Yatra | |  Gangtok, May 18:
Agencies
The Sikkim government has accelerated infrastructure development for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra through Nathu La, a mountain pass in the Himalayas that connects the state with China’s Tibet Autonomous Region.
The pilgrimage to Mount Kailash and Mansarovar Lake, set to resume after a gap of five years, holds religious significance to Hindus as well as Jains and Buddhists.
Two acclimatisation centres are being established between state capital Gangtok and Nath... | |
| | | | Earth observation mission unaccomplished: ISRO Chief | | |  Sriharikota (AP), May 18:
Agencies
ISRO’s 101st mission from here, an earth observation satellite onboard the agency’s trusted PSLV rocket, could not be accomplished on Sunday following a pressure issue in the third stage of the launch vehicle, the space agency said.
Although the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) made a textbook lift-off at the prefixed time of 5.59 am, the mission objectives, however could not be achieved.
“Today we targeted the 101st launch from Sriharikota, the ... | |
| | | | Border tourism takes hit in Jammu, revival hinges on peace | | | | Early Times Report
Suchetgarh (J-K), May 18: Popular for its Wagah-Attari-style structured parade by BSF personnel, the tourist village of Suchetgarh along the International Border on the outskirts of Jammu wears a deserted look these days.
The latest military conflict between India and Pakistan has dealt a body blow to the village, which opened for tourists for the first time in October 2021 as part of the government's border tourism promotion programme.
Stakeholders such as hotel and restaurant owners, shopkeepers and horse carriage operators are worried but also remain hopeful that the understanding between India and Pakistan to stop military actions would hold and play the role o... | |
| | | | Police conduct anti-terror raids in Poonch | | |  Early Times Report
POONCH/JAMMU, May 18: The Jammu and Kashmir Police on Sunday conducted raids at multiple locations with the intention of dismantling terror networks in the border district of Poonch, officials said.
The raids were conducted at nearly one-and-a-half dozen places, mostly targeting houses of overground workers and relatives of terrorists operating from Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), they said.
The officials said several electronic devices were se... | |
| | | | Over 42 unexploded shells destroyed | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, May 18: Security forces on Sunday destroyed 42 unexploded shells in different forward villages near the Line of Control in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir in a major operation to clear civilian areas following a military confrontation between India and Pakistan, officials said.
Indian Army, in close coordination with local police authorities, successfully conducted a controlled operation for the safe destruction of 42 unexploded ordnances in the border areas ... | |
| | | | Former MLA Bhat resigns from DPAP | | |  Early Times Report
Srinagar, May 18: Former MLA Mohammad Amin Bhat resigned from ex-Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Ghulam Nabi Azad’s Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP) on Sunday.
Bhat, who was elected to the assembly from Devsar seat in 2014, announced his departure from the DPAP in a statement shared with the media here.
Bhat, who was the provincial president of the DPAP, expressed his gratitude to Azad and wished him well.
He had resigned from Congress when Azad launched his... | |
| | | | Deputation tenure extended | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, May 18: The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved the continuation of deputation tenures of two IRS (IT:2014) officers in Jammu and Kashmir. As per an order, Raja Yaqoob Farooq will now continue his services in the Union Territory till November 10, 2025, while Bashir Ahmad Bhat’s deputation has been extended up to April 7, 2026.... | |
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