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| "Betrayal Of Public Mandate": LoP Sunil Sharma Slams NC Over Land Grants Bill | | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Apr 1: Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma on Wednesday accused the National Conference of misusing the public mandate, alleging that the government's move to allow a private member's bill seeking amendments to the Land Grants Act is aimed at protecting elite interests rather than safeguarding public assets and the rights of ordinary citizens. LoP Sharma said those who voted for the NC believing it would fight for their rights are now feeling let down. "It is with deep regret that I say this: your mandate now appears to be used not for the public good, but to protect elite interests-be it Nedous, the Chief Minister's personal property, or a circle of influential, | |
| | | | Govt committed to regularisation of daily wagers, protests unnecessary: DyCM | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 1: Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary on Wednesday reiterated the government's commitment to regularise daily wage workers, emphasising that the process would be conducted in a structured manner, considering financial constraints.
Highlighting the importance of assurances made on the floor of the House, Choudhary said that Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has already committed to the regularisation of daily wagers within his tenure.
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| | | | Amit Sharma highlights digital Census 2027 roadmap; clarifies SIR distinction, key timelines | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 1: Chief Principal Census Officer and Director Census Operations, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Amit Sharma, today addressed a press meet here and shared comprehensive details regarding the upcoming Census 2027, which will be India's first Census to be conducted fully through digital mode.
Highlighting the scale of the exercise, Amit Sharma informed that Census 2027 will ensure complete confidentiality of individual data as per the provisions of the Census Act, 194 | |
| | | | Shreya Singhal assumes charge as Director Information | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 1: Shreya Singhal, IAS today assumed the charge of Director Information Jammu and Kashmir.
After assuming office, the Director held an introductory meet with the senior officers and officials of the DIPR.
She emphasized the importance of transparent, timely and people-centric dissemination of information. She highlighted the role of the Information Department as a vital bridge between the government and the citizens, stating that effective communication rema | |
| | | | Free Text Books, uniform shoes distributed among SKK Divyangjan | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 1: At a simple function held in the premises of the J&K Samaj Kalyan Kendra, free text books and black shoes were distributed among students of the School for Hearing Handicapped, from nursery to tenth class. Parents of the students were also present.
The President K B Jandial along with other office bearers distributed among the students. The General Secretary J K Vaid, Treasuer MD Sharma and V K Padha were among those present on the occasion.
These text books | |
| | | | Assembly grants two month extension to JJM House Committee for report submission | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 1: The Legislative Assembly today granted two months' extension to the House Committee on Jal Jeevan Mission to submit its report.
The motion was accepted and extension was granted through voice vote.
The Chairman of the House Committee, Justice Hasnain Masoodi, moved a motion which reads, "that this house do extend the tenure of the House Committee on Jal Jeevan Mission for a further period of three (3) months to enable it to complete its assigned task and subm | |
| | | | Divisional Commissioner, Jammu honours Champions | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 1: 10th J&K UT Softball Championship 2025-26, organized by Jammu & Kashmir Sports Council, with technical support of Jammu & Kashmir Softball Association which concluded at Football Ground GGM Science, Jammu.
Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar (IAS) was the Chief Guest on the closing ceremony, while Nuzhat Gul, Secretary J&K Sports Council presided the function as Host Guest.
In Senior Men's, Jammu emerged the winner, Srinagar runners-up and the third | |
| | | | Dr Darakhshan pays obeisance at Bara Sadaat Shrine on Annual Urs | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 1: Chairperson of Jammu & Kashmir Waqf Board and Minister of State, Dr Syed Darakhshan Andrabi visited Teilbal in Srinagar today and paid obeisance at the famous spiritual shrine of Bara Sadaat (RA) on the auspicious occasion of the Annual Urs. The shrine witnessed huge public rush from yesterday. Waqf Board had put in place all necessary arrangements to facilitate the devotees. Dr Syed Darakhshan offered prayers for peace, harmony and continued progress, seeking | |
| | | | Central Educational Schemes in Jammu & Kashmir: Key details shared in Rajya Sabha | | |  Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Apr 1: Senior BJP leader and Member of Parliament Rajya Sabha Nominated, Er Gulam Ali Khatana raised an Unstarred Question in the Rajya Sabha regarding the implementation of central educational schemes in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
Responding to the question, Minister of State for Education Jayant Chaudhary informed that the Government of India is supporting the UT through major centrally sponsored schemes, including Samagra Shiksha, PM SHRI School | |
| | | | Cattle smuggling cases a matter of grave concern: Balbir | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 1: Prominent social activist and former Vice Chairman Balbir Ram Rattan expressed deep concern over the incidents of cattle smuggling reported from various areas of the Jammu region, terming them a serious social evil. He said that incidents of illegal cattle smuggling are being reported frequently from different parts of Jammu, which not only violate the law but also hurt the moral fabric of society and human sensitivities.
Referring to recent incidents in Che | |
| | | | Kishtwar police nabs another drug peddler; heroin-like narcotic substance recovered | | |  Early Times Report
KISHTWAR, Apr 1: Continuing its sustained and intensified drive against drug trafficking under the ongoing War Against Drugs, District Police Kishtwar achieved another significant success by arresting a drug peddler and recovering a heroin-like (chitta) narcotic substance during naka checking near Sarthal Morh.
SSP Kishtwar Sh. Naresh Singh-JKPS, while sharing the details, stated that a police party from Police Station Kishtwar, led by SHO PS Kishtwar Insp. Firdous Ahmed an | |
| | | | Div Com reviews preparations for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026 | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Apr 1: To ensure the smooth and successful conduct of the annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY) 2026, the Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, on Wednesday chaired a comprehensive review meeting with senior officers to assess preparedness and finalize arrangements for the pilgrimage to the Holy Cave.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioners of Anantnag, Budgam, Ganderbal, Bandipora, and Srinagar along with the Commissioner Srinagar Municipal Corpo | |
| | | | Strict enforcement drive in Billawar: 54 vehicles challaned, Rs 3.69 lakh fine imposed | | |  Early Times Report
KATHUA, Apr 1: Acting on the directions of the Transport Commissioner, J&K, and under the supervision of RTO Kathua, A team led by ARTO Kathua Shammi Kumar carried out a major enforcement drive across the Billawar area on Wednesday.
During the intensive checking , a total of 154 vehicles were inspected. Out of these, 54 vehicles were found violating various provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act and were challaned, resulting in a fine of Rs 3,69,400 being imposed on the offen | |
| | | | District police Ramban apprehends long-time absconder | | |  Early Times Report
RAMBAN, Apr 1: In a significant development under the ongoing drive against absconders, District Police Ramban successfully apprehended an absconder who had been evading arrest since 2018.
Today, an absconder namely Farooq Ahmed S/o Abdul Aziz was arrested from Gujjar Basti, Talab Tillo, Jammu by a Ramban Police team headed by ASI Ravinder Kumar Sharma on 30th March 2026. The accused was wanted in case FIR No. 112/2018 under sections 188 RPC and 3 PC Act registered at Polic | |
| | | | Steps taken by LG to eliminate network of terrorism linked to narcotics commendable: Pardeep Sharma | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 1: District Jammu South Publicity Secretary Pardeep Sharma welcomed the strict steps taken by the Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, Manoj Sinha, to eradicate drug trafficking and the entire network of narco-terrorism from the root. Sharma said that this important step taken by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha is a strong initiative towards completely eliminating the network of terrorism linked to narcotics in Jammu and Kashmir. This w | |
| | | | People removed political garbage, and in 9 years, Uttar Pradesh became clean: CM Yogi | | |  Early Times Report
LUCKNOW, Apr 1: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday morning flagged off 250 environment-friendly electric and CNG vehicles operated on green energy to strengthen waste management by the Lucknow Municipal Corporation.
On this occasion, Chief Minister Yogi launched a sharp attack on the opposition, saying that when the people of Uttar Pradesh removed "political garbage" and laid the foundation for change, it resulted in successful cleanliness initiatives under the dou | |
| | | | Oil tankers catch fire in Jammu, blaze under control | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 1: Several oil tankers caught fire in Jammu city on Wednesday, prompting a quick response from the fire and emergency services department, which successfully prevented a major tragedy, officials said. No casualties or injuries were reported in the incident, they said.
The fire broke out under mysterious circumstances in one tanker near the RTO office at Transport Nagar and rapidly spread to four or five other tankers, according to officials.
Two tankers containing lesser quantities of oil were gutted in the blaze after they burst into flames, they added.
The area, which houses a large number of tankers and jhuggies, is considered highly vulnerable. Fire ser | |
| | | | J&K Election Commissioner reviews panchayat electoral roll revision; targets 100% voter enrolment | | | |
Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 1: Jammu and Kashmir State Election Commissioner, Shantmanu, today convened a meeting with the Electoral Registration Officers (EROs), Assistant Electoral Registration Officers (AEROs) and Panchayat Block Electoral Officers (PBEOs) to review the ongoing revision of the Panchayat Electoral Rolls, 2026.
The revision process was initiated on 27 March 2026 with the release of the draft electoral roll, inviting claims and objections for new enrolments, deletions or transfers of voters across the Union Territory.
The Election Commissioner emphasised house-to-house outreach by the field staff to ensure all eligible voters who turn 18 years by the cut off date of | |
| | | | Members withdraw bills after assurances from Government, two bills rejected | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 1: Several Members today withdrew their bills after assurances from the Government. Member, Ajaz Ahmad Jan moved a bill which reads "a bill to amend the public men and public servants declaration of assets and other provisions act, 1983 (L.A. Private Members' Bill No. 30 of 2025)". Member, Ranbir Singh Pathania also withdrew the bill which read, "a bill further to amend the Jammu and Kashmir Public Services Guarantee Act, 2011 (L.A. Private Members' Bill No 32 of 2025)."
Legislator, Dr. Rameshwar Singh, moved a bill which reads, "a bill to amend the Jammu and Kashmir Civil Services (Decentralization and Recruitment) Act, 2010 (L.A. Private Members' Bill No. | |
| | | | UIDAI hosts UT-Level Training Workshop for Aadhaar Authentication Operators at Jammu | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 1: The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), Regional Office Chandigarh, in association with Information Technology Department UT of Jammu & Kashmir, on Wednesday organised a one-day UT-level training workshop for Aadhaar authentication operators here at the Convention Center. More than 100 officials from the Department of Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Jammu & Kashmir Bank, Jammu & Kashmir Grameen Bank and other departments attended the programme. State Project Manager UIDAI Shoaib Khan welcomed the participants and outlined the evolution of Aadhaar and its future roadmap. He elaborated on the two major divisions, Enrollment & Update and | |
| | | | Food Van service approved at Srinagar Railway Station | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 1: The Jammu Division of Northern Railway has achieved a significant milestone in its ongoing efforts to upgrade passenger facilities by successfully finalizing the tender process for the operation of a Food Van at Srinagar Railway Station. This marks the first time in the station's history that an official tender has been awarded for a Food Van service, reflecting a major step towards modernizing on-site amenities. The initiative aims to provide high-quality, hygienic, and affordable food options to the growing number of passengers using the station. The contract has been awarded at an annual license fee of Rs 11,77,786 and will remain valid for a period of f | |
| | | | House allows introduction of two Private Members' Bills for discussion | | | |
Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 1: The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly today allowed the introduction of two Private Members' Bills moved by Legislators Tanvir Sadiq and Sajad Shaheen for discussion.
The Bills seek restoration of the Jammu and Kashmir Land Grants Act, 1960, and the establishment of a university campus at Banihal in Ramban.
Legislator Tanvir Ali Sadiq introduced a Bill which reads: "A Bill to restore the Jammu and Kashmir Land Grants Act, 1960, and the rules framed there under to the original form as it existed prior to the Jammu and Kashmir Land Grants Act, 2022; to protect the rights of existing lessees and occupants; and to ensure that public land serves the int | |
| | | | District Jammu Police achieves major milestones in #fight against #drug menace in first Quarter of 2026 | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 1: Accelerating its firm actions action drug menace in the District, In a determined effort to combat the menace of drugs, the Jammu Police in the first quarter of 2026 undertook extensive operations during the current year, achieving significant success in their mission to curb narco-crimes in the district.
As part of its anti-drug drive, the police registered 88 cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act and arrested 127 individuals including several Kingpin's involved in drug peddling, 40 vehicles involved in these cases were also seized. It is pertinent to mention here that 79 FIRs were registered in heroin (Chitta) cases alone | |
| | | | Government Counters Misinformation; PIB Fact-Check Unit issues over 2,900 Fact Checks | | | | Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Apr 1: A Fact Check Unit (FCU) functions under Press Information Bureau, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. FCU identifies fake news, misinformation relating to the Central Government. After verifying the authenticity of news from authorized sources, FCU publishes correct information on its social media platforms. Additionally, it encourages citizens to report suspicious content for verification, thereby strengthening public participation in combating misinformation.
FCU has identified various fake claims related to the Government of India including deepfakes, AI-generated and misleading videos, notifications, letters and websites. A total of 2913 fact | |
| | | | Central University of Jammu emerges as a Hotspot for recruiters like TCS | | | |
Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 1: The Central University of Jammu under the esteemed patronage of the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Sanjeev Jain is steadily emerging as a hotspot for reputed organisations, with B.Tech students being shortlisted by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and several other leading companies during the ongoing campus placement drives.
CU Jammu has recorded an impressive placement performance, with salary packages reaching up to 12 LPA, reflecting the growing trust of recruiters in the institution's talent pool. This achievement underscores the University's rising reputation among recruiters and highlights the academic excellence, technical proficiency, and exposure of stu | |
| | | | BGSBU launches admission prospectus 2026 | | | | Early Times Report
RAJOURI, Apr 1: Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University (BGSBU) on Wednesday launched its annual admission prospectus for the academic session 2026-27, introducing new courses and further expanding its academic framework.
The prospectus was formally released by Vice Chancellor Prof. Jawaid Iqbal in the presence of Abhishek Sharma, IAS Registrar BGSBU , Dean/ Associate Deans of Schools, Heads of various Departments and officers of the University.
Addressing the gathering, Prof. Jawaid Iqbal stated that the University is aiming to enroll a higher number of students this year, building upon the upward admission trend observed in the previous academic session. He highlighted t | |
| | | | CEO SSCL conducts on-ground inspection at Lal Chowk | | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Apr 1: In a proactive move to strengthen civic service delivery and ensure responsive governance, Faz Lul Haseeb, Chief Executive Officer, Srinagar Smart City Limited (SSCL), conducted a comprehensive on-ground inspection at Lal Chowk.
During the visit, the CEO engaged directly with traders, shopkeepers, and other stakeholders to gather first-hand feedback on pressing civic issues, including sanitation, drainage, and public utility services. The interaction provided a platform for stakeholders to voice their concerns, which were attentively heard and acknowledged on the spot. Traders and business owners welcomed the initiative, appreciating the administration' | |
| | | | SJVN Achieved Significant Milestones in Energy Generation in FY 2025-26 | | | |
Early Times Report
SHIMLA, Apr 1: Bhupender Gupta, Chairman & Managing Director (CMD), SJVN, informed that the operational Power Stations of SJVN have generated a total of 13302 million units' energy during the financial year 2025-26 setting benchmarks in energy generation.
The 1500 MW Nathpa Jhakri Hydro Power Station recorded its second-highest annual energy generation since its commissioning, achieving 7506.617 million units during the fiscal 2025-26. Notably, the Power Station also crossed the historic milestone of 150 billion units of cumulative power. | |
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