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| Amarnath Yatra symbol of unity, brotherhood: LG Sinha | | |  Early Times Report
Baltal/Ganderbal, July 4: Describing the Amarnath Yatra as a symbol of unity and brotherhood, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday said that till now 20,000 pilgrims have paid obeisance at the holy cave shrine, nestled in Himalayas, and their number is swelling.
After ingurating the Yatri Niwas at Baltal base camp that will accommodate 800 yatris, LG Sinha while talking to reporters here said, “More than 20,000 devotees have had darshan of Baba Amarnath so far. They are coming from different parts of the country. The people of Jammu and Kashmir are welcoming them with an open heart. The UT administration, the Government of India, and the Shri Amarnath Shrine Board have expanded services to ensure a safe and spiritually fulfilling journey for all.”
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| Unfazed by terror threats, devotees flock to join Amarnath Yatra | | | | Sanjay Pandita
Early Times Report
Jammu, July 5: Unfazed by recent terror threats and attacks, the enthusiasm among devotees undertaking the Amarnath Yatra 2025 is reaching unprecedented heights. Chanting “Bam-Bam Bhole” and “Bharat Mata Ki Jai,” thousands of pilgrims are marching ahead with unshakable devotion, transforming the spiritual journey into a nationwide display of faith and resilience.
At 4.00 AM, one convoy departed for Baltal, followed shortly by another at 4:30 AM for Pahalgam, both from the Bhagwati Nagar base camp in Jammu. A total of 6,411 pilgrims—including 4,723 men, 1,071 women, 37 children, and 580 sadhus and sadhvis—left in 291 vehicles, heavily guarded by CRPF a... | |
| | | | 26,000 pilgrims pay obeisance in 2 days | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, July 4: Amid multi-layer security cover and tight vigil in two days more than 26000 pilgrims have paid obeisance at the holy Amarnath cave shrine, officials said on Friday.
According to official data, 14,515 pilgrims visited the holy cave shrine till 7 PM on Friday. The breakdown includes 11,440 males, 2,426 females, 91 children, 221 sadhus, 9 transgender devotees, and 328 personnel from the security forces. On Thursday, 12,348 pilgrims had visited the shrine, taking the total footfall to 26,863 over two days.
Meanwhile, the third batch of 6,411 pilgrims, which departed from the Bhagwati Nagar base camp in Jammu early Friday, has reached the twin base camps ... | |
| | | | Pilgrim from UP dies after falling unconscious | | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, July 4: A pilgrim from Uttar Pradesh died after falling unconscious at Sheshnag base camp of the annual Amarnath Yatra, officials on Friday said.
The pilgrim, identified as Dileep Srivastav, a resident of Uttar Pradesh's Lakhmipur Kheri, fell unconscious at Sheshnag base camp on the second day of the 38-day pilgrimage, the officials said.
Srivastav was immediately shifted to Sheshnag base camp hospital where he passed away. ... | |
| | | | Proud to see our daughters breaking barriers, achieving success: LG Sinha | | Addresses 6th Convocation Ceremony of SKUAST Kashmir | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, July 4: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today addressed the 6th Convocation Ceremony of SKUAST Kashmir at Srinagar.
Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers Welfare and Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan was the Chief Guest for the Convocation Ceremony.
The Union Minister extended his best wishes to the graduating students on their new beginning.
“Viksit Bharat, Viksit Jammu Kashmir and Prosperous farming community is our resolve. The Government ... | |
| | | | From separatism to mainstream: JeI leader vows to work within constitution | | |  Sandeep Bhat
Early Times Report
Jammu, July 4: In a major development with far-reaching political implications, Ghulam Qadir Wani, a senior leader of the banned Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI), has publicly expressed faith in the Indian Constitution and reaffirmed his group's commitment to peace, democracy, and the rule of law.
Speaking to reporters during a political event, Wani said, “We believe in peace and democracy. We will work within the legal framework and abide by the Constitution of India... | |
| | | | Man conspires with his wife to eliminate her lover | | Kishtwar Police solve blind murder case in 24 hours | |  Atul Sharma
Early Times Report
Kishtwar, July 4: In a major breakthrough, Kishtwar Police has solved a blind murder case within 24 hours, by arresting a husband-wife duo involved in the brutal killing of a man over an alleged illicit relationship.
SSP Kishtwar Naresh Singh-JKPS, while sharing the details, said that on 02.07.2025, information was received at Police Station Kishtwar that a vehicle (Echo) bearing registration number JK17A/7539 was found parked on the roadside at Drab Sartha... | |
| | | | China used India-Pak conflict as 'live lab': Deputy Army Chief | | |  New Delhi, July 4:
China used Pakistan to cause pain to India and it was providing all possible support to its all-weather ally during the four-day conflict between Indian and Pakistani militaries in May, Deputy Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Rahul R Singh said on Friday.
In an address at industry chamber FICCI, the senior official said China also used the India-Pakistan conflict like a "live lab" available to test various weapon systems.
Lt Gen. Singh also highlighted China's a... | |
| | | | CB presents chargesheet against notorious fraudsters | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, July 4: Crime Branch has presented charge-sheet against two notorious fraudsters for duping the complainant on pretext of providing job in High Court by posing as employee of Hon’ble High Court and providing fake appointment order falsely claimed to be issued from the office of Registrar General High Court.
Charge-sheet has been filed in the Ld. Passenger Tax Court Jammu against two notorious fraudsters, namely Meharaj-ud-din S/o Ghulam Mohd Wani R/o Wani Mohalla... | |
| | | | Govt Employees under UPS to get tax benefit akin to NPS: Finance Ministry | | | 
Early Times Report
New Delhi, July 4: In a bid to promote Unified Pension Scheme, the government has made necessary changes to provide tax benefits to employees opting for UPS at par with those under National Pension System (NPS).
The inclusion of UPS under the tax framework marks another step forward in the government’s effort to strengthen retirement security for central government employees through transparent, flexible and tax-efficient options, the finance ministry said in a state... | |
| | | | Come and see Kashmir: Shivraj Chouhan to people | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, July 4: Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Friday appealed to the general public to visit Jammu and Kashmir, the region recently hit by several terror killings.
“I want to tell the public that the people here are waiting to welcome with their hearts filled with love and warmth. So, come here without fear and set a new example of love and brotherhood.” Chouhan said.
The agriculture and rural development minister was speaking to reporters on the sidelines ... | |
| | | | Policeman injured in accidental firing | | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, July 4: A policeman was injured on Friday in an accidental fire from his service rifle while on Amarnath yatra duty in Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag district, officials said.
Service rifle of Selection Grade Constable Shabir Ahmad, presently deployed for yatra duty, went off accidently at Pahalgam in the south Kashmir district, they said.
Ahmad was shifted to Pahalgam hospital.... | |
| | | | CUET-UG 2025 results announced | | | | New Delhi, July 4:
One candidate has scored 100 percentile in four subjects in the Common Entrance University Test-Under Graduate (CUET-UG), while 17 candidates from across the country have bagged the top score in three subjects, the National Testing Agency (NTA) on Friday announced.
The NTA conducted CUET-UG in computer-based test (CBT) mode for 13,54,699 candidates. These candidates applied for various combinations of subjects for the academic session 2025-2026.
“Only one candidate has scored 100 percentile in his or her opted four out of five subjects. A total of 17 candidates have scored 100 percentile in three subjects, while 150 candidates have scored 100 percentile in two subj... | |
| | | | Day 3: Search for terrorists continues | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 4: A search operation by security forces to track down terrorists hiding in a forest area of Kishtwar district in Jammu and Kashmir entered the third day on Friday, with additional deployment made in the area to reinforce the cordon, officials said.
The operation follows an encounter that broke out between the terrorists and the security forces in the heavily forested Kanzal Mandu area of the Kuchal-Chatroo belt on Wednesday.
The encounter broke out when police, assisted by Army and CRPF, launched a cordon and search operation in Kuchal around 7:45 pm based on intelligence inputs about the presence of terrorists in the area.
The search has been expa... | |
| | | | New timings announced for courts | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 4: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has notified that from July 7, 2025, all District Courts in Jammu Province will follow the office and court timings outlined in an earlier order dated May 22, 2020.
As per the revised schedule, office hours will be from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., while court working hours will be from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., with a break from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The earlier notification dated April 8, 2025, regarding court timings stands withdrawn. ... | |
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