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| Pahalgam terror attack casts uncertainty over ULB elections, Amarnath Yatra security prioritized | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, May 25: The horrific terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22, 2025, which claimed the lives of 26 civilians, including 25 tourists and a local pony operator, has sent shockwaves through Jammu and Kashmir, significantly impacting the region’s political and security landscape.
The attack, carried out in the picturesque Baisaran Valley by terrorists linked to The Resistance Front (TRF), an offshoot of the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), has led to a halt in the preparations for Urban Local Bodies (ULB) and Panchayat elections, with authorities now prioritizing security arrangements for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra, scheduled to commence on July 3, 2025.
The administration had initiated the process for conducting ULB and Panchayat elections, critical for stre... | |
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| Pak shelling pushes Poonch into mourning | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, May 25: The border town of Poonch has been turned into a landscape of sorrow following intense Pakistani shelling on the night of May 6–7, 2025. The attack claimed the lives of at least 13 civilians, including four children, and left 59 others injured.
Among the bereaved are Rameez Khan and Urusa Khan, who lost their 12-year-old twins, Aruba and Ayan, and Sanjeev Kumar Bhargava, whose only son, 13-year-old Vihaan, was killed in the barrage. The tragedy has sparked ... | |
| | | | Pak on notice, any misadventure will lead to its destruction: LG Sinha | | Addresses All J&K Jat Sabha in Jammu, urges all sections of society to unite in fight against divisive forces | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, MaY 25: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today addressed the All J&K Jat Sabha in Jammu.
In his address, the Lieutenant Governor highlighted the valour of armed forces and reaffirmed the government's resolve to completely rid J&K of terrorism.
“Pakistan is on notice. If it resorts to any misadventure in future, our armed forces will make sure to destroy this terrorist state. I assure the people that there will be no discrimination between armed terrorists and ... | |
| | | | KP student found dead in Chandigarh hostel; father demands FIR, probe | | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, May 25: Father of a Kashmiri Pandit student, who died under mysterious circumstances in a hostel room in Chandigarh last week, has demanded that a FIR should be lodged to probe the death of his son.
According to the details available with the Early Times, Aaryan Razdan, son of Sanjay Razdan, 2nd semester BBA student of Chandigarh Group of Colleges Thenjeri Mohali was found hanging in his room on May 19, 2025.
A written complaint submitted by Sanjay Razdan addressed to Chowki Incharge, Police Chowki Majat, Kharar Mohalla, reads: “This is to request your good self to please lodge FIR into the death case of my son Aaryan Razdan son of Sanjay Razdan R/0 Ompora... | |
| | | | RSS Chief Bhagwat calls for making Bharat mighty | | | | New Delhi, May 25:
Agencies
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat has called for unity in the Hindu society and making Bharat so mighty in military power and economy that it cannot be “conquered” even if “multiple powers come” together.
He, however, stressed that strength should be combined with virtues and righteousness as a “mere brute power” can be directionless leading to “blatant violence”.
India has no option but to be powerful as it has been “witnessing the wickedness of the evil forces” on all its borders, Bhagwat said in an interview published in the latest issue of RSS-linked weekly magazine Organiser.
The interview was conducted following the RSS’ highest decision-making body Akhil Bha... | |
| | | | Provide detailed info to staff about UPS: Railway Ministry to zones | | | | New Delhi, May 25:
Agencies
There is an urgent need to ensure wide and effective communication among all employees regarding the options available under the Unified Pension Scheme, the Railway Ministry said.
In a written communication addressed to Principal Chief Personnel Officers of all 17 railway zones, the ministry said that an immediate and proactive measure is needed to “disseminate clear, accurate and comprehensive information about the available options under the UPS”.
“It is essential that employees are well-informed and supported in making their decisions,” it added.
The ministry also urged these officials to organize facilitation camps at various locations ensuring adequa... | |
| | | | Bovine smugglers kill ASI, injure cop in Samba | | | | Early Times Report
May 25: A police official was killed and another injured early this morning when bovine smugglers rammed their vehicle into a police naka at Phoolpur area of Samba district.
As per reports, acting on specific information, police had set up the barricades at Phoolpur to stop a cattle smuggling attempt.
When signaled to stop, reports said, the smugglers sped up and hit the barricades to crush the on-duty police personnel.
ASI Yograj, who sustained critical injuries in the incident, succumbed during treatment at AIIMS Vijaypur while as another injured police official is undergoing treatment at the hospital, they said.
The smugglers managed to escape after the inciden... | |
| | | | 5 nabbed for aiding cross-border gaming network | | SIM smuggling racket busted | | | New Delhi, May 25:
Agencies
The IGI Unit of the Delhi Police has busted a SIM smuggling racket with alleged links to an international online gaming network, officials said on Saturday.
Five people, all from Madhya Pradesh, were arrested for fraudulently procuring and sending 398 activated Indian SIM cards abroad, primarily to Dubai, police in a statement said.
The racket came to light when the CISF intercepted one Sunil Rawat at Terminal-3 of IGI Airport on February 15.
Rawat, an Indian national scheduled to board a flight to Dubai, was found in possession of 398 active SIM cards,
registered under different names, read the statement.
Investigations revealed that Rawat was allege... | |
| | | | ‘Operation Sindoor’ reflection of changing India: PM Modi | | | | NEW DELHI, May 25:
Agencies
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that Operation Sindoor was not just a military mission, but “the face of a changing India” that reflects the country’s resolve, courage, and growing strength on the global stage.
Addressing the nation through his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat, the Prime Minister said, “Today the entire country is united against terrorism, filled with anger and determination.”
Modi hailed Operation Sindoor as a turning point in the global fight against terror, describing it as a symbol of India’s growing strength and clarity of purpose.
“Operation Sindoor has infused new confidence and energy into the global fight against ... | |
| | | | 2 held with 1.2 Kg Charas | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, May 25: Two alleged drug peddlers, including a resident of Punjab, were arrested along with 1.2 kg charas here, an official of Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) said on Sunday.
Akshay Dogra of Jammu’s Bohri area and Arun Manhas of Punjab’s Pathankot were moving in a private vehicle when they were intercepted by a team of ANTF, Jammu and Kashmir Police, near Parmandal Morh late Saturday, leading to the recovery of the narcotic substance, he said.
The official said that both the accused were arrested and booked under various sections of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act for further investigation to expose their backward and forward links.
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| | | | IIFL finance to open branches in J&K | | | | NEW DELHI, May 25:
Agencies
NBFC firm IIFL Finance has said it has received the necessary regulatory approvals for opening branches and expanding its credit services to the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.
This approval is a timely step towards delivering essential financial services in unbanked and underbanked areas, where access to formal credit has historically been limited, IIFL Finance said in a statement.
Commenting on the development, IIFL Finance founder and MD Nirmal Jain said, “The management decision to commence operations in Jammu & Kashmir reflects our long-standing commitment to bringing financial access to unserved and underserved communities. The approval to open b... | |
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