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| Independence-Day celebrated with great enthusiasm at Amar Singh Club | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 16: Independence Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm and patriotic spirit at Amar Singh Club today. The programme was attended by several distinguished citizens of the city, senior members, and a large number of members of Amar Singh Club, who participated wholeheartedly in the celebrations.
The Club has been progressing from strength to strength under the able guidance and leadership of its Vice President, Ramesh Kumar, IAS, Divisional Commissioner, Jammu. | |
| | | | A Healthier Heart, A Safer Future: Dr Sushil | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 16: Emphasizing the need to strengthen preventive cardiac care and bring specialized health services closer to the community, Head Department of Cardiology, GMCH Jammu, Dr. Sushil Sharma in collaboration with Sri Sri Rural Development Programme Trust ( The Art of Living) and NHPC, conducted a day-long Cardiac Awareness-cum-Health Check-up Camp at NITS Polytechnic, Indira Nagar, Miran Sahib, Jammu.During the camp, participants were extensively sensitized about the | |
| | | | J&K Civil Society calls for permanent peace, brotherhood and honourable return of Kashmiri Pandits | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Aug 16: On the occasion of the 80th Independence Day of India, J&K Civil Society, along with Gandhi Global Family, Baba Amte Maharashtra organisations, Panchayat Prasad J&K and Vishwa Kashmiri Samaj, extends heartfelt greetings to the people of Jammu & Kashmir and the entire nation.
On this historic occasion, we pray for permanent peace, prosperity, development and brotherhood in Kashmir. Our collective resolve must be to preserve the age-old traditions of harmony | |
| | | | Rajya Sabha MPs elected to various statutory bodies, parliamentary panels | | |  Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Aug 16: Ten members of the Rajya Sabha have been elected to various statutory bodies including AIIMS institutes across the country, as the number of candidates equalled the vacancies. While Rajya Sabha MP Gulam Ali has been elected to be a member of the AIIMS, Awantipora; Ashok Kumar Mittal has been elected as a member of AIIMS, Bathinda; and Rajneesh Kumar Agrawal as a member of AIIMS, Bhopal. AGP MP from Assam Birendra Prasad Baishya was elected as a member of A | |
| | | | Gandhinagar Morning Walkers celebrate I-day | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 16: Despite rains, the Gandhinagar Morning Walkers Association celebrated 80th Independence Day with great national fervor and gaiety on 15th August at Greenbelt Park. About 250 members attended the Flag Hoisting function, many under the shelter of umbrellas. The President of the Association, Er. Chandra Uday and Chief Organiser Vijay Phoa jointly hoisted the Tiranga.
The morning walkers jointly sung Vandemataram followed by national anthem. The children accomp | |
| | | | Khatana hoists National Flag at various places in Jammu on Independence Day | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 16: On the occasion of the 80th Independence Day, Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament Engineer Gulam Ali Khatana hoisted the National Flag at various places in Jammu and paid rich tributes to the freedom fighters and martyrs who made supreme sacrifices for the country.
The flag-hoisting ceremonies witnessed patriotic fervour, with participants reaffirming their commitment to the unity, integrity and progress of the nation.
Khatana said Independence Day was not mere | |
| | | | NC celebrates 80th Independence Day with Patriotism and Unity | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 16: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference celebrated the 80th Independence Day with great enthusiasm, patriotic fervour and a spirit of unity at Sher-e-Kashmir Bhawan, Jammu.
On the occasion, Rattan Lal Gupta, Provincial President, J&K National Conference, hoisted the National Flag in the presence of Ajay Kumar Sadhotra former minister and Additional General Secretary, Arjun Singh Raju Hon'ble MLA Ramban, Ch. Khursheed Ahmed MLA Mahore, Sheikh Bashir Ahmad Pr | |
| | | | Kathua celebrates 80th I-Day with patriotic fervour | | |  Early Times Report
KATHUA, Aug 16: The 80th Independence Day was celebrated with patriotic fervour at Sports Stadium Kathua, where Minister for FCS&CA, IT, Youth Services and Sports, Science and Technology Satish Sharma hoisted the National Flag at Sports Stadium Kathua.
The Minister took salute from the impressive march-past presented by the contingents of police, Security Forces, Forest, NCC and school students.
MLA Kathua Dr. Bharat Bhushan, Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma, SSP K | |
| | | | Jammu police apprehends drug peddler with 840 grams Ganja in Kana Chak | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 16: Continuing its sustained drive against drug trafficking under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Abhiyaan, Jammu Rural Police achieved another success by apprehending one drug peddler and recovering 840 grams of suspected cannabis (Ganja) in the jurisdiction of Police Station Kana Chak.
A police party of Police Station Kana Chak, while conducting naka checking in the area, intercepted a suspicious person and subjected him to a search. During the search, 840 grams of susp | |
| | | | Nasir Aslam Wani hoists Tricolour, offers tributes to freedom fighters at DPL Kupwara on 80th I-Day | | |  Early Times Report
KUPWARA, Aug 16: The 80th Independence Day was celebrated with patriotic fervour and gaiety at District Police Lines (DPL) Kupwara, where Advisor to the Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani, hoists the National Flag and offered high tributes to freedom fighters and national heroes of India.
The programme commenced with singing of the national song, followed by hoisting of the National Flag and playing of the National Anthem. This was followed by an impressive march past by cont | |
| | | | Sadam Naik's tragic death leaves Ramban in deep shock | | |  Early Times Report
RAMBAN, Aug 16: The tragic death of renowned sportsperson Sadam Naik of Neel Harwari, Ramban, in a devastating road accident in Kishtwar has plunged the entire Ramban district into deep mourning. Sadam was among five people who lost their lives after a Mahindra Scorpio skidded off the road and plunged into the Chenab River in the Dachhan area of Kishtwar. A passionate and talented sportsperson, Sadam Naik was widely known for his skills in volleyball and cricket. He had repr | |
| | | | Waqf Board celebrates Independence Day with Grandeur at Srinagar; Dr Darakhshan unfurls National Flag | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Aug 16: The J&K Waqf Board celebrated Independence Day with great fervour and patriotic spirit at Srinagar, with Chairperson Dr Syed Darakhshan Andrabi unfurling the National Flag and addressing the gathering. On the occasion, Dr Andrabi felicitated people from different walks of life as well as the best-performing employees of the J&K Waqf Board in recognition of their exemplary contribution and service.
A grand cultural programme was also presented by contingent | |
| | | | 80th I-Day celebrated with patriotic fervour across Akhnoor | | |  Early Times Report
AKHNOOR, Aug 16: The 80th Independence Day was celebrated across Akhnoor with great patriotic fervour, enthusiasm and national pride. Flag-hoisting ceremonies were organised at various schools, panchayats, government institutions, public places and prominent locations across the area, with people paying homage to the freedom fighters and brave soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice for the nation.
At Government Boys Higher Secondary School, Akhnoor, the National Flag was u | |
| | | | Free breast & cervical cancer screening camp organized at Panchayat Ghar Raipur | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 16: Under Project AAROHI, a Free Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Initiative exclusively for women was successfully organized at Panchayat Ghar, Raipur, Block Kot Bhalwal.
The initiative was supported by the General Insurance Corporation of India (GIC Re) and implemented by the Human Organisation for Patronisation of Environment (HOPE) with the objective of promoting awareness and early detection of breast and cervical cancer among women.
The camp witnessed | |
| | | | CMO Doda Dr Vinod Sharma felicitated by district administration | | |  Early Times Report
DODA, Aug 16: Chief Medical Officer Doda, Dr Vinod Sharma, was felicitated by the District Administration Doda on the eve of the 80th Independence Day at the Sports Stadium, Doda, in recognition of his dedicated services and significant contribution towards strengthening the healthcare sector of the district. The felicitation was conferred by Deputy Commissioner Doda Sh. Krishan Lal (JKAS) in the presence of SSP Doda, ADC Doda and ACR Doda.
The recognition acknowledged Dr S | |
| | | | Kishtwar police arrested drug peddler; recovered 9 grams heroin-like substance | | |  Early Times Report
KISHTWAR, Aug 16: Continuing its sustained drive against the menace of drugs, Kishtwar Police achieved another success by apprehending one person and recovering approximately 09 grams of heroin-like substance from his possession.
SSP Kishtwar, Sh. Naresh Singh-JKPS, while sharing the details, said that a patrolling party of PP Hidyal, headed by I/C PP Hidyal, under the supervision of Addl. SP Kishtwar & Dy. SP Hqrs Kishtwar during routine patrolling in the area, intercepted | |
| | | | Independence Day celebrations held at Halqa Chowk, Marh | | | | Early Times Report
MARH, Aug 16: Independence Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm at Halqa Chowk, Marh, where a gathering of around 400-500 people participated in the celebrations. Mohan Lal Kaith, who was the Chief Guest on the occasion, unfurled the National Flag and addressed the gathering. In his address, he paid tribute to the freedom fighters and martyrs whose sacrifices made India's independence possible. Speaking on the occasion, Kaith emphasised three important priorities for the people of Marh Block: restoration of statehood to Jammu & Kashmir, making Marh Block a drug-free area, and promoting education among the younger generation. He said that restoration of statehood is e | |
| | | | Ramban police attaches property worth Rs 18 lakh in organised crime of bovine smuggling under section 107 BNSS | | | | Early Times Report
RAMBAN, Aug 16: Continuing crackdown against the organised crime of bovine smuggling and the illegal accumulation of wealth through criminal activities, District Police Ramban has attached movable property worth approximately Rs 18 lakh under the provisions of Section 107 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023. The action was taken during the investigation of FIR No. 86/2026 registered at Police Station Ramban under Section 223 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and Section 11 of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act.
During the course of investigation, it was established that the accused had allegedly amassed assets through proceeds generated from | |
| | | | Sainik School Nagrota bags top honours at UT-level I-Day celebrations | | | | Early Times Report
NAGROTA, Aug 16: Sainik School Nagrota celebrated the 80th Independence Day with patriotic fervour and pride, with the school's cadets and staff reaffirming their commitment to the nation and its values.
The celebrations began with the hoisting of the National Flag by Capt (IN) Shibu Devasia, Principal, Sainik School Nagrota, followed by the National Anthem. Appreciation Certificates were also presented to selected staff members for their meritorious service and dedicated contribution to the school.
Addressing the gathering, the Principal urged cadets and staff to remember the sacrifices of the nation's freedom fighters and emphasised that the best tribute to them is | |
| | | | Sheikh Ishfaq Jabbar Pays Respects at Baba Haji Mir Alam Naqshbandi RA Sahib's Shrine on Death Anniversary | | | | Early Times Report
GANDERBAL, Aug 16: The death anniversary of the revered religious figure, Hazrat Baba Haji Mir Alam Sahib Naqshbandi RA was observed today at Gutlibagh in Ganderbal, with devotees from different parts of the country, including Mumbai, Delhi and Uttar Pradesh, gathering to pay their respects, recite the Holy Quran and offer Fateha.
Jammu and Kashmir United Movement (JKUM) President and former MLA Ganderbal, Sheikh Ishfaq Jabbar, also visited Gutlibagh and paid his respects at the shrine of the revered saint, who passed away in 1988.
Sheikh Ishfaq Jabbar highlighted Hazrat Haji Mir Alam Naqshbandi RA Sahib's contribution to spreading the message of Islam and providing sp | |
| | | | Tricolour soars high as MCM marks 80th I-Day with patriotic fervour | | | | Early Times Report
CHANDIGARH, Aug 16: Har Ghar Tiranga Abhiyan culminated at Mehr Chand Mahajan DAV College for Women, with a vibrant celebration marking the 80th Independence Day of the nation. The celebrations commenced with the ceremonial hoisting of the Tricolour, followed by a culturally enriching programme that paid homage to India's glorious freedom struggle and celebrated the spirit of patriotism.
The cultural programme featured soulful musical presentations, followed by an evocative dance performance based on the Mahabharata, depicting the timeless values of courage, duty and righteousness. A powerful nukkad natak presented by the students served as a heartfelt tribute to the fr | |
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