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| Speaker JKLA chairs All Party, Business Advisory Committee meeting at Jammu | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 30: Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather chaired a joint meeting of the Business Advisory Committee (BAC) and all-party representatives today at Assembly Secretariat Jammu. The meeting focused on finalizing the agenda, ensuring coordination, and preparing for the upcoming Budget Session, which is scheduled to commence on February 2, 2026.
The committee included key members from various political parties, such as Ali Mohammad Sagar, Mu | |
| | | | Satish Sharma meets delegations; reiterates commitment to seamless public service delivery | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 30: Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Transport, Youth Services and Sports, Satish Sharma today met various public delegations at the Civil Secretariat, Jammu and held detailed interactions to review issues affecting different sections of the society.
During the meetings, the delegations brought to the notice of the Minister a range of demands and grievances relating to food supply, transport services, youth welfare, sports infrastructure and | |
| | | | DC Ramban reviews Anti-Narcotics measures at NCORD meeting | | |  Early Times Report
RAMBAN, Jan 30: Deputy Commissioner Ramban, Mohammad Alyas Khan today chaired a meeting of the District-Level Narco Coordination Committee (NCORD) to review and further strengthen control measures to curb drug abuse in the district.
The meeting was attended by Senior Superintendent of Police Arun Gupta, ACR Shoket Hayat Mattoo, ACD Sheraz Ahmed, Tehsildar, DSWO, CMO, CHO, Drug Control Officer and officers from various enforcement and line departments. Sub-Divisional Magistr | |
| | | | Jammu police file chargesheet in Rs 3 Cr cheating, fraud case of fake Kashmir Blue Sapphire | | | 
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JAMMU, Jan 30: The Jammu Police have filed a chargesheet in a high-profile cheating and fraud case involving six accused persons, including a serving Sub-Inspector of J&K Police. The accused have been charged with duping a Hyderabad-based businessman of Rs 3 crore under the guise of selling fake Kashmir Blue Sapphires.
The accused persons include:
Mohd Rayaz S/o Reham Ali, R/O Gurdanbala Rajouri, A/P Chinor Jammu
Mohd Taj Khan S/O Haji Jumma Khan, R/O Potha Surankot Poo | |
| | | | GM, Northern Railway inspects installation of Kavach System in Tughlakabad Junction | | |  Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Jan 30: Ashok Kumar Verma, General Manager, Northern Railway inspected the installation of indigenously developed KAVACH (Automatic Train Protection System) on Tughlakabad Junction Cabin (Delhi Area) and Palwal Section (35 Kms) which is four line section having 152 Main line Track Kms. Northern Railway has installed Kavach in complete stretch of this corridor comprising of Major station Yards, two Main lines with Automatic Signaling system and two lines with Abso | |
| | | | Sunny Nanda meets LG Manoj Sinha, CM Omar Abdullah at Raj Bhavan | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 30: Sunny Nanda, General Secretary, Raffa Boules India Federation, met Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister of Jammu & Kashmir Omar Abdullah at Raj Bhavan on the occasion of the Republic Day "At Home" reception.
During the interaction, Sunny Nanda discussed the introduction and promotion of new and emerging sports in Jammu & Kashmir, including Bocce Ball, Go Sports, and Speed Ball. He highlighted that these sports are widely played across the world | |
| | | | Gupta calls for Deepening Welfare, development Push in Jammu region | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 30: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Provincial President, Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta, today urged the Omar Abdullah-led government to sustain and expand the welfare-driven momentum reflected in its first budget, with a renewed and inclusive focus on the entire Jammu region.
Gupta lauded the visionary leadership of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, appreciating the people-centric initiatives introduced to strengthen employment, skill development, education, and | |
| | | | Two-minute silence observed in memory of martyrs at DPO Doda | | |  Early Times Report
DODA, Jan 30: Martyrs' Day was solemnly observed at the District Police Office (DPO) Doda and across the district today. A two-minute silence was observed in memory of the brave souls who sacrificed their lives during the struggle for India's freedom.
Police officers and officials at DPO Doda, along with personnel of all police units and establishments across the district, participated in the observance and paid heartfelt tributes to the martyrs.
SSP Doda, Sandeep Mehta, J | |
| | | | DHS Jammu conducts late evening inspection of SDH Darhal in district Rajouri | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 30: Director Health Services, Jammu Dr. Abdul Hamid Zargar conducted a late evening visit to Sub District Hospital (SDH) Darhal in District Rajouri as part of his ongoing district tour. During the visit, he inspected various sections of the hospital and reviewed the overall functioning of the health institution.
The Director assessed the availability of essential health services, medicines, equipment, and manpower, and interacted with the staff on duty to take f | |
| | | | Samba police arrests drug peddler with 3.73 grams heroin like substance | | |  Early Times Report
SAMBA, Jan 30: Continuing its drive against drug smugglers/peddlers, Samba Police has arrested a drug peddler in the jurisdiction of Police Station Vijaypur and recovered approximately 3.73 grams heroin-like substance (Chitta) from his possession.
A Police team of Police Station Vijaypur during special Naka at Rakh Barotain road near AIIMS residence complex Vijaypur, intercepted a pedestrian who was moving under suspicious circumstances. During frisking, approximately 3.73 | |
| | | | J&K Police observe two minute's silence on eve of Martyr's Day | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 30: Senior officers and officials of PHQ, APHQ and Telecommunications observed two minutes of silence to commemorate Martyrs' Day, in the lawns of Police Headquarters, Jammu.
The Additional Director-General, Armed, Sh Anand Jain led the officers & officials in paying tribute to the martyrs who gave supreme sacrifice of their lives for the freedom of the nation.
IGP (POS) Uttam Chand, DIsG of PHQ, Nisha Nathyal, Mubassir Latifi, DIG IRP Jammu Vinod Kumar, DPT J&K | |
| | | | YRS raises concerns over controversial UGC equity regulations, welcomes SC stay and appeals for rollback | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 30: The Yuva Rajput Sabha (YRS) today organized a gathering near the statue of Maharaja Hari Singh at Tawi Bridge, Jammu, under the leadership of Mandeep Singh Rimpy, President YRS, to express serious concerns over the controversial University Grants Commission (UGC) Equity Regulations. The organization welcomed the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India's interim stay on the implementation of the said guidelines and appealed to the Government of India to roll them back b | |
| | | | NHPC observes Data Privacy Day 2026 | | |  Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Jan 30: NHPC Limited observed Data Privacy Day 2026 on 30 January, 2026 with the aim of promoting awareness about the importance of data protection and privacy. The awareness programme was organized in collaboration with the Data Security Council of India (DSCI). Bhupender Gupta, CMD, NHPC, Sanjay Kumar Singh, Director (Projects), Mahesh Kumar Sharma, Director (Finance) and Santosh Kumar, CVO alongwith senior officials were present during the event.
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| | | | Div Com reviews status of UEED development projects in Srinagar | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Jan 30: Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, today chaired a meeting to review the status of ongoing and proposed development projects being executed by the Urban Environmental Engineering Department (UEED) in Srinagar.
The meeting was attended by Vice Chairman LCMA, Additional Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Chief Engineers of KPDCL, PHE and R&B, Superintending Engineer UEED, General Manager NBCC Srinagar, Deputy Director Planning, and other senior officer | |
| | | | CM Yogi pays tribute to Bapu on Martyrdom Day | | |  Early Times Report
LUCKNOW, Jan 30: On the martyrdom day of the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath paid heartfelt tributes by offering floral wreaths at the Gandhi statue located in Lucknow's GPO Park on Friday.
In an atmosphere filled with reverence and respect, the Chief Minister garlanded the statue and bowed before Bapu. He then observed a moment of silence in his memory. CM Yogi also paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi through his X handle and a | |
| | | | Monthly meeting of BJP Mahila Morcha concluded | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 30: An important meeting was organized by the Bharatiya Janata Party Mahila Morcha Pahadi District (Bani-Basohli-Billawar) at Mandal Ramkot, Panchayat Lakhri. The meeting was conducted under the chairmanship of Mahila Morcha President Kajal Rajput.
On this occasion, the Chief Guest was
Advocate Neha Mahajan, State President, BJP Mahila Morcha.
Distinguished guests included
Geeta Bhagat, State General Secretary & Parliamentary Incharge, Mahila Morcha,
Sushma S | |
| | | | Six new railway line projects approved in NFR, boosting connectivity in North Bengal and the Northeast | | | | Early Times Report
MALIGAON, Jan 30: Indian Railways has accorded approval for six important new line projects under the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR), marking a major step towards strengthening railway infrastructure and improving connectivity in North Bengal and North East region. This decision of the Railway Board enables the immediate execution of the works, reflecting the Government's continued focus on infrastructure led development and regional integration towards railway connectivity. The approved projects include the Raiganj-Itahar (22.16 km) and Gazole-Itahar (27.20 km) new railway lines. With estimated costs of Rs 129.34 crore and Rs 85.59 crore respectively, these lines will | |
| | | | UP tableau shines on Kartavya Path, secures second place in the Popular Choice category | | | | Early Times Report
LUCKNOW, Jan 30: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Uttar Pradesh steadily progressing towards development, and received national-level recognition once again at the Republic Day Parade.
The parade held on Kartavya Path, the state's tableau was awarded the second prize in the Popular Choice category.
This widely appreciated tableau highlighted the cultural heritage of Bundelkhand along with the modern development journey of Uttar Pradesh.
By winning the award for the seventh consecutive year, Uttar Pradesh has established its distinct creative identity. The award distribution ceremony held at the National Rangshala Camp in New Delhi, Additional | |
| | | | SDRF 2nd Battalion observes Martyrs' Day with two-minute silence | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 30: On the occasion of Martyrs day on 30th of January 2026, a solemn observance of silence for two minutes at 1100 hrs was held at SDRF 2nd Battalion, Hqrs. Gandhi Nagar Jammu to pay respectful remembrance to the brave martyrs who laid down their lives for the freedom of the nation.
All Officers/Official of this battalion participated in the observance, paying heartfelt tribute to the supreme sacrifice of the martyrs.
The observance reaffirmed the commitment of the SDRF personnel to uphold the values of national service, resilience, and selfless duty, which continue to inspire the force in the discharge of its responsibilities towards disaster response and | |
| | | | HC quashes Kathua PSA detention, says authorities "Slept Over" warrant | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 30: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has dismissed a petition filed by Malika challenging the July 2023 select list of Primary Teachers (PRT) issued by Maharaja Hari Singh DAV Centenary Public School, Akhnoor, holding that such service-related disputes in a private unaided school largely fall in the domain of private law.
Justice Sanjay Dhar, while deciding WP(C) No. 2193/2023 (pronounced on 27.01.2026), noted that the petitioner had sought quashing of the selection list and also a direction to allow her to continue as PRT and not be replaced by another contractual teacher.
As per the petition, Malika claimed she joined the school on 04.04.2014 | |
| | | | Court refuses bail in Rajeev Nagar attack case | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 30: A Jammu court has rejected the bail plea of Golu, accused in an alleged attack at Rajeev Nagar, Narwal, observing that the case involves grave, heinous and non-bailable offences and that the investigation is still at an initial stage.
The order was passed by the Court of Sub Judge/Special Mobile Magistrate, Jammu, Slahuddin Ahmed in Bail App/60/2026 in connection with FIR No. 27/2025 of Police Station Bahu Fort underSections74/ 109 /111/ 191(2)/ 191(3)/351(2)/ 352/307/324(4)/333/61(2) BNS and 4/25 Arms Act.
As per the police report, the accused was arrested on 18.01.2026 and is in custody since then. The prosecution alleged that on the same morning aro | |
| | | | D&FCO intercepts, seizes psychotropic drugs worth lakhs | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 30: Drugs & Food Control Organization has intercepted and seized a huge consignment of Habit forming drugs (15,000 Unit Doses worth Rs 5,57,500/-) being pushed in J&K through Courier service. The seizure included 10,000 capsules of Pregabalin-300 and 5,000 tablets of Tapentadol-100, which were being transported through a private courier service in a clandestine manner. The exercise was carried out by Drugs Control Officer, Poonch Vikas Sharma under the overall supervision of Assistant Drugs Controller, Rajouri/Poonch Archana Mujoo and with the active cooperation of the Courrier Service Provider.
A suspicious parcel was identified and opened in the presen | |
| | | | Distress call on 112 prompted swift action by Police Station Batote | | | | Early Times Report
BATOTE, Jan 30: District Police Ramban responded promptly to a distress call received on emergency helpline no 112 regarding outbreak of fire at the residential house of Chattu Ram S/o Lafi, resident of Ward No. 04, Panchayat Chakwa, Batote.
Immediately upon receiving the call, a police party from Police Station Batote, along with the VDG Group Chakwa, rushed to the spot. During the preliminary enquiry conducted on the spot, it was revealed that the house is a three-storey structure and the fire originated from the top storey, reportedly due to a suspected short circuit. The fire spread rapidly from the upper roof, engulfing the entire structure.
Demonstrating prompt | |
| | | | CM Dhami review progress of river protection work | | | | Early Times Report
UTTARAKHAND, Jan 30: Chief Minister Shri Pushkar Singh Dhami reviewed the progress of river protection work and desilting under irrigation projects at the Secretariat on Friday. He instructed the officials to ensure that all works are completed on time, keeping in view the apprehension of floods during the monsoon season.
In the meeting, officials informed that construction of check dams, recharge shafts and ponds is being carried out by the Minor Irrigation Department under water conservation, promotion and replenishment schemes. The department has constructed 708 check dams in the state. A total of 419 recharge shafts have been established by the department in Udham S | |
| | | | Major reforms in financial approval of projects in UP | | | | Early Times Report
LUCKNOW, Jan 30: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directed that the financial approval process for projects in Uttar Pradesh to be faster, simpler and more transparent. The approval limit at the departmental minister level will be increased from Rs 10 crore to Rs 50 crore, projects costing Rs 50-150 crore will be approved by the Finance Minister and the projects above Rs 150 crore will require the Chief Minister's approval.
He instructed all departments to ensure approval of their annual action plans by 15 April, warning that non-compliance would be reported directly to the Chief Minister's Office. Any project witnessing a cost escalation of more than 15 percent will requ | |
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