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| Pathania Kickstarts Key Public Utilities at Tikri–Mand | | |  Early Times Report
Udhampur, Feb 22: MLA Udhampur East R.S. Pathania inaugurated several public utilities in the Tikri–Mand area and operationalised the Water Supply Scheme Tikri–Mand, reiterating the government’s commitment to the vision of “Water for All.”
Speaking on the occasion, Pathania said that the government is committed to ensuring the availability of potable drinking water to every household. He announced that all suspended water connections in the area will be restored so that | |
| | | | Fencing association congratulates Harshit Kohli on selection for junior Asian Fencing Championship | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Feb 22: The Jammu and Kashmir Fencing Association (JKFA) has lauded the selection of Harshit Kohli, a promising young fencing talent from Jammu, for the Junior Asian Fencing Championship scheduled to be held at Jakarta, Indonesia from 23rd to 27th February 2026
Harshit Kohli, an international sabre fencer of Jammu & Kashmir, once again showcased his exceptional technique, fitness, and competitive spirit during the Junior National Fencing Championship held at Cuttack, Odisha, where he delivered an outstanding performance by winning the Bronze Medal in the Sabre Individual Event.
Pertinent to mention that Harshit Kohli has already been shortlisted for the Asia | |
| | | | GCW Gandhinagar students participate in workshop | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Feb 22: In a significant step towards awareness, empowerment, and collective responsibility, the students of PSPS, GCW Gandhinagar, actively participated in a one-day workshop on the theme “Causes and Remedies for Sexual Harassment of Female Students in Educational Institutions and Working Women at Workplaces” held at MAM College.
Accompanied by Prof. Priyanka Sharma and Prof. Anisa Karim, under the able guidance of Dr. Kulvinder Kour, Principal of the College and | |
| | | | BJP OBC Morcha organises public programme | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Feb 22 : The Bharatiya Janata Party OBC Morcha, Jammu & Kashmir, organised a public outreach programme at ward no 14 , Booth No. 53, Bhagwati Nagar, Jammu to collectively listen to the 131st episode of ‘Mann Ki Baat’, the monthly radio address of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
The programme was led by Braham Jyot Satti, President, BJP OBC Morcha Jammu & Kashmir, along with senior BJP leaders and prominent citizens. Local residents, party office-bearers, and representatives from various sections of society participated enthusiastically, reflecting widespread public engagement with the Prime Minister’s message.
Prominent attendees included Parmod kapai (Senior Le | |
| | | | 649th birth anniversary of Guru Ravidass celebrated with devotion | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Feb 22: The 649th birth anniversary of Guru Ravidass was celebrated with great religious fervour and enthusiasm by Guru Ravi Dass Sabha, Upper Gumat, Jammu. Hundreds of devotees from across the Union Territory gathered to pay homage to the revered saint and social reformer, remembering his timeless teachings of equality, unity, and brotherhood.
The programme commenced with devotional hymns and recitations of Guru Ji’s verses, creating a spiritually uplifting atmosphere. A major highlight of the celebration was a series of vibrant cultural performances presented by students of Savitri Bhai Phule School. Through devotional songs, and dance performances, the stud | |
| | | | Awareness Camp organizes at Mahore | | | | Early Times Report
Reasi, Feb 22: An Awareness Camp was organized today at Mahore, District Reasi, by the Chief Horticulture Officer, Reasi, Sh. Rajinder Sharma, under the aegis of the Department of Horticulture.
The programme was graced by the Director Horticulture Jammu, Jenab Gul Syed, as the Chief Guest. Among others present on the occasion were the Assistant Director Horticulture, Sh. Sunil Gupta; Horticulture Development Officer (Additional Charge), Mahore, Sh. Sansar Chand; and other officers and field staff of the department.
During the camp, farmers were sensitized about various ongoing Centrally Sponsored and UT sector schemes aimed at the holistic development and enhancement | |
| | | | Bhalla addresses public meeting at Sheanchak, flags key issues concerning people of J&K | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Feb 22: A well-attended public meeting was convened today at Sheanchak in the Jammu South constituency by JKPCC Working President Raman Bhalla.
The programme was organized by Satpaul Mandi and Block President Miran Sahib Gurmeet Singh Gumma. A large number of local residents, party workers, and prominent citizens participated in the gathering and expressed their concerns regarding pressing public issues. Among others who addressed the gathering were Bishan Dass (P | |
| | | | ASKPC Announces Elections Amidst Constitutional Concerns | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Feb 22: The All State Kashmiri Pandit Conference (ASKPC) has announced that elections for its leadership will be held in March, amidst allegations of unconstitutional amendments within the organization. The move comes after a caretaker president, appointed in 2019, failed to conduct elections as promised.
According to a press release, the ASKPC, founded in 1921, has been a prominent socio-political organization representing the Kashmiri Pandit community. The organization’s last election was held in 2015, and the current caretaker president has been accused of sidelining senior office bearers and attempting to convert the organization into a trust.
The commun | |
| | | | Bharat Priye leads massive protest in border village Nikowal over power cut, farmers’ issues | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Feb 22: JKPCC Kisan Department President J&K UT Bharat Priye under the banner of Border Farmers Welfare Association today led a strong protest demonstration at Village Nikowal, a last border village situated on the zero line in Pargwal Tehsil of Khour Sub-Division, Jammu district. More than 100 aggrieved farmers participated in the protest, raising slogans against the Power Development Department (PDD), the District Administration Jammu, and the Tehsildar Pargwal over the continuous suspension of electricity supply for the last 72 hours. The protesting farmers alleged that the PDD disconnected power on the grounds of non-payment of electricity bills.
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| | | | Samba police worked out vehicle theft case; accused arrested, stolen car recovered | | | | Early Times Report
Samba, Feb 22: Samba Police has worked out a vehicle theft case registered at Police Station Vijaypur, arrested an accused person and recovered stolen car from his possession.
On 28.01.2026, a written complaint was lodged at Police Station Vijaypur by one person namely Sanjeev Choudhary S/o Bachan Lal R/o W. No.12 Vijaypur district Samba regarding theft of his white colour car ‘Celerio’ bearing registration No.JK21H-0067 from his shed near Vishwakarma Mandir Vijaypur during the intervening night of 27/28.01.2026 by unknown person(s).
Acting over the complaint, a case FIR No. 18/2026 U/S 331(4), 305 BNS was registered at Police Station Vijaypur and investigation sta | |
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Early Times Report
Srinagar, Feb 22: The ongoing national art workshop ‘Adi Shankaracharya Sansar’ entered its fourth day with artists delving deeper into themes of spirituality, philosophy and cultural heritage inspired by Adi Shankaracharya.
The seven-day workshop is being organised by Master Sansar Chand Baru Memorial Charitable Trust in collaboration with Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), Ministry of Culture, Government of India, at the 43 Battalion Headquarters CRPF, District Police Lines Budgam, Srinagar.
On Day 4, artists were seen engrossed in live painting sessions, portraying the spiritual aura of the historic Shankaracharya Temple and visually interpretin | |
| | | | Manjit Singh Seeks Recruitment Drive for Border Youth of Jammu Division | | | | Early Times Report
Vijaypur (Samba), Feb 22: All J&K Jatt Sabha President and former minister S. Manjit Singh has demanded a special recruitment drive for border residents of the Jammu Division.
According to a press release, a meeting was organised at village Rangoor in the Ramgarh subdivision of Samba district by the J&K Jatt Youth Sabha. The meeting was organised by District President Naveen Choudhary.
Speaking at the meeting, Sabha’s President S. Manjit Singh appreciated the organiser and welcomed the participants, who deliberated on important issues concerning the Jatt community, which he said has faced negligence and silence from the government and political parties in Jammu and | |
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