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| Let’s come together to build J&K where no child is lost to drugs: LG Sinha | | Launches major campaign against drug abuse, narco-terrorism in Srinagar | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, May 3: “In the war against drug abuse and narco-terrorism, every step matters. Every effort counts. Every contribution brings victory closer. Together, let us envision a Jammu Kashmir where no child is lost to drugs, no family is broken by addiction, no community suffers under traffickers, and every citizen thrives in health and strength," the Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha said today in Srinagar.
“This is the vision we pursue, the dream we must fulfil, and the legacy we owe future generations. It is about Jammu Kashmir's destiny, the society we aspire to build, the values we uphold, and the lives we safeguard. Today, let us pledge that we will not r... | |
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| Death on wheels: Despite having 94 challans, tainted vehicle operates freely in Udhampur hills | | |  Sanjay Pandita
Early Times Report
Jammu, May 3: Even as the administration has ordered a magisterial inquiry into the tragic road accident in the Kaghot area of Ramnagar in Udhampur district on April 20, several commercial vehicles with an alarming history of traffic violations continue to ply on the hilly routes of the district, raising serious safety concerns.
According to official sources, some of these vehicles have accumulated over 90 challans for offences such as over-speeding and o... | |
| | | | Immoral activities: Jammu SPAs directed to submit affidavits | | | | Atul Sharma
Early Times Report
Jammu, May 3: Despite repeated warnings from the district administration, several spa and massage centres in Jammu continue to be allegedly involved in immoral activities, including prostitution and other unlawful practices.
Nearly three months after three Thai nationals were arrested from a spa centre on the outskirts of the city, the District Magistrate, Jammu, had issued an order on February 11, 2026, to regulate the functioning of such establishments. The administration reiterated similar directions on April 27, 2026, following continued reports of illegal activities, making it mandatory for spa and massage centre owners to submit an undertaking. As ... | |
| | | | J&K Police tighten noose around smugglers, peddlers during first 15 days | | Nasha Mukt Abhiyaan | |  Early Times Report
Srinagar, May 3: Jammu & Kashmir Police have intensified its multi-pronged crackdown on drug trafficking and substance abuse under the Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan, registering significant achievements across the Union Territory.
Pertinently, the ongoing campaign launched and spearheaded by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha to target drug peddlers, dismantle financial networks linked to narcotics, and strengthen public awareness is going on in full vigour.
Sources s... | |
| | | | SC allows appointment of ReT candidates in J&K subject to clearing TET in 3-years | | |  Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, May 3: The Supreme Court has allowed the appointment of candidates placed in select panels under the Rehbar-e-Taleem (ReT) Scheme in Jammu and Kashmir, holding that the closure of the scheme cannot retrospectively deprive them of appointment.
The Court directed that such candidates be issued engagement orders, subject to acquiring the minimum qualifications, including passing the Teachers Eligibility Test (TET), within three years and three attempts.
A Bench ... | |
| | | | PM Modi applauds launching of world’s first OptoSAR Satellite Mission Drishti | | |  Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, May 3: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday hailed the launch of the world’s first OptoSAR satellite Mission Drishti by GalaxEye, calling it a testament to the youth’s passion for innovation and nation-building.
Bengaluru-based space start-up GalaxEye’s Mission Drishti satellite was launched on Sunday aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket from California.
“Mission Drishti by GalaxEye marks a major achievement in our space journey. The successful launch of the worl... | |
| | | | Admin imposes restrictions in Doda parts | | Bans unauthorised assemblies for 2 months | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, May 3: The administration on Sunday imposed a ban on unauthorised assemblies and protests in parts of Jammu and Kashmir's Doda town for a period of two months under Section 163 of the BNSS, citing apprehensions of public disturbance and threat to peace.
The step has been taken in view of the expectations of large gatherings of people in public events of recently released AAP MLA Mehraj Malik in his native Doda district. According to an order issued by District Magistrate Krishan Lal, the administration observed that some people were allegedly planning demonstrations and trying to mobilise gatherings, which could lead to untoward incidents and disturb public or... | |
| | | | Indus Waters Treaty suspension completes 1-year, all gates of Baglihar dam on Chenab remain closed | | | | Early Times Report
Ramban, May 3: All gates of the Baglihar Dam on the Chenab River in Ramban district continue to remain closed even a year after the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, which was put on hold following the Pahalgam attack.
The continued closure of the gates highlights the sustained impact of the treaty’s suspension on water management and hydroelectric operations in the region. The Baglihar Hydroelectric Power Project, a key infrastructure on the Chenab River, has remained under close monitoring since the decision was taken in the wake of the attack.
The Indus Waters Treaty, which governs the sharing of river waters between India and Pakistan, was suspended followin... | |
| | | | Property of drug peddler attached in Jammu | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, May 3: Udhampur Police has attached an immovable property worth Rs 40 lakh belonging to an alleged drug peddler here, officials said on Sunday.
The property belongs to Rafiq Ahmed, son of Abdul Karim, a resident of Haji Basti in the Sainik Colony area of Jammu district.
The action was taken on Saturday in connection with a case registered at Rehambal police station in Udhampur under various sections of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act.
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| | | | 2 NCB officials suspended over custodial death of BSF constable | | |  Early Times Report
New Delhi, May 3: An investigation officer and an assistant director working under the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) have been suspended following the death of a BSF constable in custody on the night of March 19-20, sources said on Sunday.
According to sources, the “unfortunate incident” involved BSF Constable Jaswinder Singh, who died of cardiac arrest after experiencing two cardiac episodes while receiving treatment at Pulse Hospital, where he was admitted.
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