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| Life journey of learning: LG Sinha | | Addresses convocation of Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Bihar University | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Aug 25: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha addressed the Convocation of Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Bihar University, Muzaffarpur, Bihar. Arif Mohammed Khan, Governor of Bihar presided over the Convocation Ceremony. In his address, the Lieutenant Governor congratulated the management of Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Bihar University, faculty members, staff and graduating students, and extended his best wishes.
He called upon the youth to cultivate two key qualities –positive mindset for change and courage for greater achievement and growth. He said the optimism and courageous personality enables youth to overcome challenges and helps them to capitalise on opportunities and make meaningful contribution in nation building.
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| Digital discipline: Pen drives banned, WhatsApp barred for Govt work | | |  Sanjay Pandita
Early Times Report
Jammu, Aug 25:In a significant move to bolster cybersecurity and safeguard sensitive government data, the Government on Monday banned the use of USB pen drives in all official devices, citing growing threats such as data theft, network intrusions, malware attacks, insider breaches, and unauthorized access.
According to an official order issued by M. Raju, Commissioner Secretary to the Government, General Administration Department, the directive applies ac... | |
| | | | Can PM or CM run country, state from jail, asks Amit Shah | | |  New Delhi, Aug 25:
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has lashed out at the ‘Black Bill’ protests against the Constitution (130th Amendment) Bill by Opposition parties and stated that both he and the BJP “completely reject” the idea that the country “cannot be governed without the person” who has been jailed. He asked whether a Prime Minister, Chief Minister, or any leader could run the country from jail.
Shah had during the just concluded monsoon session of Parliament introduced the bill whic... | |
| | | | Public fury over drugs near schools: Education Minister vows crackdown | | |  Sandeep Bhat
Early Times Report
Jammu, Aug 25: Taking serious note of people’s allegations about the easy availability of narcotics and psychotropic substances around educational institutions, Education Minister Sakina Itoo, on Monday, directed authorities that the campaign against the eradication of drugs must go beyond speeches.
The Education Minister chaired a first-of-its-kind stakeholders’ meeting on the burning issue of drug de-addiction across Jammu and Kashmir.
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| | | | Indian forces gave “befitting reply” to Pak during Operation Sindoor: Rajnath | | ‘Our soldiers didn’t kill terrorists based on their religion, but because of their deeds’ | |  JODHPUR, Aug 25:
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday asserted that Indian forces gave a “befitting reply” to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor and “our soldiers did not kill terrorists based on their religion, but because of their deeds”.
Addressing an event Here, Singh also lauded the people of border areas for supporting the administration and the armed forces during the military operation to avenge the Pahalgam terror attack.
The Defence Minister said that after the incident, ... | |
| | | | Kailash Manasarovar Yatra 2025 ends | | |  Early Times Report
GANGTOK, Aug 25: The Kailash Manasarovar Yatra via Nathu La Pass in Sikkim ended with the return of the 10th batch of 48 tourists from the pilgrimage site, officials said on Monday. On their return on Sunday, the 48 pilgrims were received by Sikkim Tourism Development Corporation (STDC) officials, and a valedictory function was held to mark the successful conclusion of the Kailash Manasarovar pilgrimage for 2025.
STDC chairman Lukendra Rasaily said the smooth conduct of ... | |
| | | | Incriminating documents, digital evidence seized in Jammu: ED | | Custodian Land ‘Grab’ Case | | 
Early Times Report
Jammu, Aug 25: The Enforcement Directorate on Monday said it has seized various incriminating documents and digital devices during recent raids at multiple locations here against some revenue department officials as part of a money laundering probe linked to alleged grabbing of custodian land.
At least nine locations in Jammu and one in Udhampur were raided under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) on Friday, the agency said.
“The ED conducted the search op... | |
| | | | SC refuses to advance hearing date on J&K statehood pleas | | | 
Early Times Report
New Delhi, Aug 25: The Supreme Court on Monday refused to advance the date of hearing on pleas seeking the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, saying the matter is already listed on October 10.
On August 14, a bench headed by Chief Justice B R Gavai had sought within eight weeks the Centre’s response on a separate plea seeking restoration of statehood to the union territory.
“I am seeking early listing of a contempt petition relating to abrogation of Artic... | |
| | | | Hope Apex Court sets deadline: CM Omar | | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Aug 25: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday expressed hope that the Supreme Court will set a deadline on the restoration of statehood to the Union territory after it hears the case in October.
The apex court on Monday refused to advance the date of hearing on pleas seeking restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, saying the matter is already listed on October 10.
“I do not know who went to the Supreme Court for an urgent hearing. We also want there should be no delay in this decision,” Abdullah told reporters on the sidelines of a function here.
He said his government has been after the restoration of statehood for the last te... | |
| | | | Rahul Sharma appointed CEO Ladakh | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 25: Ladakh Administration has appointed the 2013 batch AGMUT cadre IAS officer Rahul Sharma as the new Chief Electoral Officer of the UT.
The appointment was made following a notification issued by the Election Commission of India, and Sharma, who is also serving as Administrative Secretary in the UT administration, will take charge with immediate effect. ... | |
| | | | Drones sighted near LoC | | | | Early Times Report
Mendhar/Jammu, Aug 25: Security forces have launched a search operation after around half-a-dozen drones from Pakistan were sighted hovering over several forward areas along the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Monday.
The movement of the drones from across the border was picked up over Balakote, Langote and Gursai nallah in Mendhar sector at 9.15 pm on Sunday, the officials said.
They said the drones, believed to be launched for surveillance, were seen flying very high and returned to the Pakistani side within five minutes.
However, the area was cordoned off and a search was launched with the first light of the day... | |
| | | | Infiltration bid foiled in Uri sector | | |  Early Times Report
Srinagar, Aug 25: Security forces today foiled an infiltration attempt along the Line of Control (LoC) in Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said.
They said the bid was foiled in the Torna area of Uri sector when troops deployed along the LoC detected suspicious movement.
“The infiltrators were challenged, leading to a brief exchange of fire. A massive search operation has been launched in the area,” officials said.
So far, there have been no reports ... | |
| | | | Rusted grenade found | | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Aug 25: Jammu and Kashmir police on Monday recovered a rusted grenade near here, officials said.
The grenade was found lying in a garbage dump by a police party during patrolling at Iqbal Colony in Safakadal area of downtown city, the officials said.
The area was immediately cordoned off and the explosive device was subsequently removed from the scene, they said.... | |
| | | | Night curfew imposed | | | | Early Times Report
Reasi, Aug 25: The Administration has ordered a complete ban on the movement of all vehicles, including private and public transport, in Dharmari Sub Division of Reasi district from 8 pm to 6 am daily, citing safety and security concerns, with special focus on the Reasi–Arnas–Mahore (RAM) Road, and has urged the public to follow the restrictions and cooperate with Police and authorities for smooth implementation.... | |
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