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| ‘We are determined to preserve our heritage’ | | NHPC inks MoU with Relief & Rehabilitation Commissioner (M) Office, J&K for development of Bhadrakali Temple | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 3: National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) through its Regional Office Jammu, and Relief and Rehabilitation Commissioner (M) Office, J&K today signed a Memorandum of Understanding for Development of Bhadrakali Temple as Cultural Heritage Centre at Village Thalwal, Jammu
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha presided over the MoU signing ceremony at Raj Bhawan. He lauded the initiative of NHPC under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme.
Bhadrakali Temple, nestled on the banks of the Nikki Tawi river in Thalwal, Jammu, is a revered shrine holding profound significance, particularly for the Kashmiri Pandit community. It stands as a powerful symbol of their enduring faith and the preservation of their cultural heritage. The temple is regarded as a new home for the deity, mirroring the historical Bhadrakali temple in Wadipora, Handwara, Kashmir.
“We are determined to preserve our heritage and strengthen cultural, spiritual and historical identity,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
The works to be executed under the project costing Rs... | |
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| Basohli has its unique cultural, artistic heritage: LG Sinha | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 3: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today unveiled the teaser and the brochure for the forthcoming Basohli Utsav-2025, at Raj Bhawan.
The Lieutenant Governor congratulated and extended his best wishes to the Administration; Indira Gandhi National Centre for Arts (IGNCA), Vishwasthali organisation and other stakeholders associated with Basohli Utsav for their collective endeavour to celebrate the unique creative traditions of Basohli and historical heritage of t... | |
| | | | ‘Operation Mahadev’ uncovers deep terror links | | Recovered devices reveal Pakistani IDs, details of local facilitators | |  Atul Sharma
Early Times Report
Jammu, Aug 3: In a major breakthrough following the elimination of three terrorists involved in the horrific April 22 Pahalgam massacre, security forces have recovered critical electronic and logistical evidence during Operation Mahadev, shedding light on cross-border infiltration and local support networks.
According to reports, three mobile phones and two LoRa (long-range) communication sets were seized from the slain terrorists during the operation in Lid... | |
| | | | Unsafe food products flood J&K markets, more than one quintal decomposed meat seized in Srinagar | | | | Sanjay Pandita
Early Times Report
Jammu, Aug 3: In a disturbing string of food safety violations across Jammu and Kashmir, authorities have seized massive quantities of adulterated and unsafe food items, exposing a dangerous network allegedly putting public health at grave risk.
The most recent bust on Friday saw 1,200 kilograms of decomposed meat confiscated from a storage facility in Zakura Industrial Estate on the outskirts of Srinagar. Officials from the Food Safety Department and Drug and Food Control Organisation (DFCO) reported that the spoiled meat had been shipped from outside the region and was destined for consumption in local hotels and restaurants.
A food safety official... | |
| | | | Kulgam: Anti-terror operation enters third day | | |  Early Times Report
Srinagar, Aug 3: The anti-terrorist operation in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir entered the third day on Sunday as security forces tightened the noose around the ultras engaged in the gun battle with them
“The encounter has entered third day as intermittent exchange of firing has been going on since Sunday morning,” an official said.
He said the security forces were using all means, including drones, to track down the terrorists.
Two terrorists have been killed... | |
| | | | NEET-PG exam conducted across 301 cities | | Over 2,42,000 candidates appear | |  New Delhi, Aug 3:
More than 2,42,000 candidates on Sunday appeared for the NEET-PG exam, which is conducted by the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) for admission to various post graduate medical courses.
The exam was conducted in a single shift on the computer-based platform across 301 cities and in 1,052 test centres, official sources said.
This is the largest computer-based exam in India in terms of number of candidates which has been conducted in a single sh... | |
| | | | SSP Nagpure’s young daughter passes away | | LG Sinha expresses condolence | |  Early Times Report
UDHAMPUR, Aug 3: A wave of shock and grief swept through Udhampur on Saturday after the young daughter of Senior Superintendent of Police, Udhampur, Amod Ashok Nagpure, passed away unexpectedly following a brief illness.
Sources said the child had been suffering from mild fever for the last couple of days and collapsed suddenly at home on Sunday morning.
Despite immediate efforts, she could not be saved. The sudden death has left the family devastated, with condolences... | |
| | | | All accused acquitted after 15-year trial | | Doordarshan Kendra Srinagar Scam Case | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Aug 3: In a judgment bringing closure to a prolonged anti-corruption case, the Court of Special Judge, Anti-Corruption (CBI Cases), Kashmir, Srinagar Adnan Syeed, acquitted all three accused in the much-publicized Doordarshan Kendra (DDK) Srinagar financial irregularities case, citing lack of direct evidence and material inconsistencies in the prosecution’s case.
The alleged accused — Ghulam Hassan Dar (Programme Executive), Bashir Ahmad Mir (Floor Manager), and S... | |
| | | | Youths in Ladakh border village look towards stars for their future | | |  Early Times Report
Hanle (Ladakh), Aug 3: Youths in a border village in Ladakh are looking up towards the dark night sky for their future, with the stars shining bright down on their hopes and expectations.
They are the ‘astro-ambassadors’ at Hanle, the country’s first dark sky reserve, who have taken up stargazing as a profession, giving astronomy enthusiasts and tourists a glimpse into the vast, deep universe through their telescopes.
“The Indian Astronomical Observatory (IOA) is locat... | |
| | | | J&K’s statehood issue raised with PM in every meeting: Farooq | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Aug 3: National Conference President Farooq Abdullah has once again criticised the Central government, accusing it of failing to address the long-standing demand for the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir’s statehood.
Responding to a question by reporters regarding the hunger strike planned by the Jammu and Kashmir Congress on August 9, demanding statehood, Abdullah said that his party has been consistently raising the issue at the highest levels.
“We are already ... | |
| | | | Prices of 35 essential medicines cut | | | | Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Aug 3: In a move to make medicines more affordable for patients, the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has reduced the retail prices of 35 essential drugs sold by leading pharmaceutical companies.
The formulations, which will now cost less, span a wide range of medicines including anti-inflammatory, cardiovascular, antibiotic, anti-diabetic and psychiatric medicines.
The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers notified the order based on price regulation by the NPPA. The price reductions, which apply across drugs, are expected to bring relief to consumers, particularly those managing chronic conditions.
The key formulations covered by the ... | |
| | | | 2 killed as SUV falls into gorge in Kathua | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Aug 3: Two people lost their lives and three others sustained critical injuries when the SUV they were travelling in skidded off the road and fell into a gorge in the Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir early Sunday, police said.
All five passengers were members of a community kitchen service for the Amarnath Yatra from Punjab. They were en route to the campsite at Chanderkote along the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway when the accident occurred near Kainta Morh on the Kathua-Basohli road around 12.40 am, officials stated.
Following the vehicle’s plunge into the deep gorge, local volunteers promptly initiated a rescue operation. All five individuals were sub... | |
| | | | 3 rusted artillery shells found | | | | Early Times Report
SAMBA/JAMMU, Aug 3: Three rusted artillery shells were found and subsequently destroyed in a controlled explosion in Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday, police officials said.
Police were informed by locals about the abandoned shells along the banks of Basantar river near village Palth following which a bomb disposal squad was rushed to the scene, the officials said.
They said the shells were later destroyed in a controlled explosion without causing any damage.... | |
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