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| 'Prahaar': India’s first-ever counter-terrorism policy launched | | Al-Qaeda, ISIS, the dark web: The unholy alliance targeting Punjab, Jammu- Kashmir | | | Sanjay Pandita
Early Times Report
Jammu, Feb 23: The Union Government on Monday unveiled the country's first comprehensive counter-terrorism policy, christened 'Prahaar', laying out a structured, multi-layered national strategy anchored in zero tolerance toward terrorism in all its forms.
Announced by the Union Home Ministry, the policy identifies seven strategic pillars: prevention of terror attacks, swift and proportionate responses, aggregating internal capacities for a whole-of-government approach, human rights and rule-of-law-based processes, addressing conditions that enable radicalization, shaping international counter-terrorism efforts, and building societal recovery and resilience.
The policy document candidly acknowledges that India has faced state-sponsored cross-border terrorism for decades, with jihadi outfits and their front organizations continuing to plan and execute attacks on Indian soil.
Global terror groups including Al-Qaeda and ISIS have attempted to fo... | |
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| 326-day manhunt ends: Saifullah, Adil among 7 terrorists neutralised in Kishtwar | | |  Atul Sharma
Early Times Report
Jammu, Feb 23: Seven terrorists belonging to the proscribed outfit Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM), including self-styled commander Saifullah, were eliminated during a 326-day-long high-altitude joint operation in the Chatroo area of Kishtwar district in Jammu and Kashmir.
The Jammu-based White Knight Corps of the Indian Army, in coordination with the Jammu and Kashmir Police and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), carried out the mission, codenamed “Operation G... | |
| | | | Zero casualties, total dominance: GOC Bal | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Feb 23: After the successful culmination of Operation Trashi, Major General A.P.S. Bal, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of Counter Insurgency Force (Delta), along with B.S. Tuti, Inspector General of Police, Jammu Zone, addressed the media and detailed the course of the prolonged counter-terror operation.
Maj Gen Bal stated that a major terrorist group operating in the region had been under relentless pursuit by security forces for several months. “Operations aga... | |
| | | | Army Chief praises exemplary professionalism | | |  Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Feb 23: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi has commended the troops of the Indian Army’s Northern Command for their exemplary professionalism and steadfast resolve in the ongoing counter-terror operations in Jammu and Kashmir, Army officials said.
Taking to its official X account on Sunday, the Additional Director General of Public Information (ADGPI) of Indian Army said, “COAS General Upendra Dwivedi commends the troops of Indian Army’s Norther... | |
| | | | LG Sinha inaugurates 6th edition of Khelo India Winter Games | | Says mega winter sports event celebration of our nation's sporting legacy | |  Early Times Report
GULMARG, Feb 23: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday inaugurated the 6th edition of Khelo India Winter Games at Gulmarg.
The Lieutenant Governor welcomed and conveyed his best wishes to all participating athletes and team officials.
He said the Khelo India Winter Games at Gulmarg has evolved from a simple sporting event into a true national festival.
“Khelo India Winter Games revive the sporting spirit's ideals of peace, equality, and camaraderie. In our vibran... | |
| | | | CM Omar articulates vision to make Gulmarg international ski destination | | | |
Early Times Report
GULMARG, Feb 23: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today reaffirmed that it is not merely the government’s intention but its consistent and sustained effort to develop Gulmarg into an international ski destination, emphasizing that this vision will create opportunities and benefit all sectors associated with sports and tourism in the region.
The Chief Minister was addressing the inaugural ceremony of the 6th edition of the Khelo India Winter Games, which were formally inaugurated earlier in the day by Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha at the picturesque ski resort of Gulmarg.
Welcoming athletes, officials and guests from across the country, the Chief Minister said,... | |
| | | | India asks its citizens to leave Iran by available means | | |  Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Feb 23: India on Monday advised all its nationals residing in Iran to leave the country by all available means of transport, including commercial flights, in view of the evolving security situation.
The Indian embassy in Iran issued a fresh advisory to the Indian nationals amid fresh protests in Tehran and increasing fears of US military strikes on the Gulf nation. Students at several universities in Iran held anti-government demonstrations in a first such a... | |
| | | | ‘Over Rs 487 crore utilised on flood management post 2014 deluge in Kashmir’ | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Feb 23: The Jammu and Kashmir government has expended over Rs 487 crore on a series of flood management initiatives under various phases of the flood management programme, in the aftermath of the catastrophic 2014 deluge that ravaged the valley.
The investment has been directed towards strengthening embankments, dredging rivers and nallahs, upgrading pumping stations, and reinforcing critical flood control infrastructure to enhance preparedness and mitigate the imp... | |
| | | | Omar backs Rahul, says no leadership rift in INDIA block | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Feb 23: Amid speculation over a possible leadership change within the opposition Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) bloc, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah came out strongly in support of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, asserting that he is effectively discharging his duties as Leader of the Opposition. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the Khelo India Winter Games in Gulmarg, Abdullah dismissed speculation that Mamata Banerjee might be considered for leadership of the INDIA alliance. He said no such discussion had taken place in any formal meeting of the bloc.
“I don’t know where these rumours are coming from. So far, there has been no ... | |
| | | | J&K eyes Ranji Trophy, final begins today | | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, Feb 23: In a landmark moment for cricket in Jammu and Kashmir, the J&K’s cricket team is set to face formidable opponents Karnataka in their first-ever final of the prestigious Ranji Trophy from Tuesday onwards.
The historic clash marks a significant milestone in the region’s cricketing journey, reflecting years of perseverance, talent development, and rising competitiveness on the national stage.
The final will be played at KSCA Hubli Cricket Ground, Hubli in Karnataka from tomorrow.
Having already etched their name in the record books by reaching the final after a gap of over six decades, the J&K side now stands on the brink of creating history.
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| | | | Ambulance gutted | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Feb 23: An ambulance was damaged after it caught fire in the parking area of Government Medical College (GMC) hospital in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, officials said.
No injuries were reported in the incident, they said.
According to the officials, the fire began in the patient compartment of the critical care 108 ambulance and engulfed the parked vehicle within minutes.
The blaze was controlled by the hospital staff and the fire services personnel, they said.
They said the cause of the fire was not immediately known, and authorities have initiated an inquiry to ascertain the circumstances leading to the incident.... | |
| | | | Pak balloons recovered | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Feb 23: Two balloons with a Pakistani Rs 5,000 currency note and a US dollar attached to them were recovered from a forward village in the Akhnoor sector near Jammu on Monday, officials said.
The aeroplane-shaped white and red balloons were found stuck on a tree at Gunara village in the Khour border belt, they said.
The balloons, also carrying a Pakistani mobile number and a QR code, appeared to have drifted to this side of the International Border from the Pakistan side, the officials said
While balloons landing from Pakistan is a routine occurrence in the border belts, this is the first time that foreign currency notes were found attached to them.
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| | | | Schools reopen in Kashmir | | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Feb 23: Schools across Kashmir reopened on Monday for students of Classes 9 to 12 after over two months of winter vacations, officials said.
The resumption of classes from pre-primary to 8 will take place on March 2, they said.
The government had in November announced winter vacations schedule for both government and private schools in Kashmir.
The winter vacation for primary classes was scheduled from November 26 last year to February 28 this year.
The winter vacation for classes 1 to 8 was scheduled from December 1, 2025 to February 28, 2026, while for the classes 9 to 12 from December 11, 2025 to February 22, 2026.... | |
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