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| One Day Awareness camp organized by civil defence | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Aug 1: One Day Civil Defence awareness camp was organized by Civil Defence Jammu at Kendriya Vidyalaya Miran Sahib, Jammu under the supervision of Dy.SP. Tajinder Kour-JKPS I/C Deputy Controller, Civil Defence, Jammu. The programme was conducted with the coordination of, Sh. Paramjit Kumar Chief Warden Civil Defence, Jammu Sh. R. Vijay Magotra, Dy. Chief Warden of Civil Defence, Jammu.
During the programme, staff members of School participated enthusiastically. T | |
| | | | Operation of Special Trains for Convenience of Passengers Stranded in Kashmir | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Aug 1: Due to heavy rainfall and inclement weather, the Srinagar to Udhampur section of National Highway-44 was closed. Keeping in view the convenience of passengers stranded at Srinagar and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra railway stations, Jammu Division took immediate action and operated special trains today, 01 August 2026, from Budgam to Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra and back to Budgam.
Talking about the train schedule, the special train from Budgam departed at 13 | |
| | | | Teacher Honoured for Outstanding Contribution to Girls’ Education | | |  Early Times Report
Kalakote, Aug 1: Girdhari Lal, a teacher at Government Middle School (GMS) Sudheen, Zone Pouni, District Reasi, and a resident of Village Bardoh, Tehsil Khour, District Jammu, was honoured by Dr. Mohammad Tanvir, JKAS, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Kalakote, in the presence of Manik Singh Rathore, First Class Magistrate and Tehsildar Kalakote, for his exceptional contribution to girls’ education and social welfare.
Working under the motto “Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao,” Gi | |
| | | | Central University of Jammu organised special lecture | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Aug 1: The Department of National Security Studies (NSS) at the Central University of Jammu (CUJ) under the patronage of the Hon’ble Vice Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Sanjeev Jain organized a distinguished lecture on the theme “Indian Naval Modernisation: Progress and Prospects” as part of the Global Security Dynamics lecture series. The lecture was delivered by Commander Shiv Mathur, (Retd) of the Indian Navy at the Brigadier Rajinder Singh Auditorium in the University campus. The event was Convened by Dr. R. Sudhakar, Associate Professor and Co-Convened by Dr. M. Venkataraman, Professor and supported by Dr. Neeta Rani, Associate Professor and Head, Department of Nat | |
| | | | Rooftop Solar Energy: Lucknow ranks first in country | | | | Early Times Report
Lucknow, Aug 1: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Uttar Pradesh has achieved another milestone in clean and green energy. Under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Yojana, the state has delivered an outstanding performance in the campaign to take rooftop solar energy to every household, securing the inclusion of 17 of its districts in the list of the country’s top 100 districts. This achievement not only reflects the rapid expansion of solar energy across the state but also stands as evidence of Uttar Pradesh’s strong progress towards energy self-reliance.
During this period, UPNEDA Director Ravinder Singh stated, “The state capital, Lucknow, has reta | |
| | | | Rajouri police foils bovine smuggling bid; 22 bovine animals rescued | | | | Early Times Report
Rajouri, Aug 1: Continuing its drive against bovine smuggling, Police Party of PP Chingus laid a special naka at Dhanwan.
During checking Dumper bearing registration No. JK02DH-5425 coming from the Nowshera side towards Kashmir was intercepted at the naka point.
On noticing the police party the driver abandoned the vehicle and fled from the spot. During the search of the vehicle the police rescued 22 bovine animals which were found tied in a cruel manner and being transported without the requisite permission from the District Magistrate.
In this connection a Case FIR No. 396/2026 under Sections 223 BNS and 11 of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act has been r | |
| | | | SKUAST-K to set up J&K's first 50-kW Agrivoltaics Research Pilot at Shalimar Campus | | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Aug 1: In a major step towards integrating clean energy with agriculture, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) has announced the establishment of a 50-kW agrivoltaics (AgriPV) research pilot at its Shalimar Campus in collaboration with the Centre for Study of Science, Technology and Policy (CSTEP).
The project aims to evaluate crop performance, energy efficiency, economic viability and farmer adoption of agrivoltaics under Kashmir's unique agro-climatic conditions.
The announcement was made by Vice Chancellor, Prof. Nazir Ahmad Ganai during the workshop "Building the Agrivoltaics Ecosystem in Jammu and K | |
| | | | Kulgam Terror Attack: Deputy CM demands high-level probe, questions centre'S security narrative | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 1: A day after two migrant labourers were killed in a terror attack in Kulgam, Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Saturday questioned the Centre's narrative on security in the Union Territory. Choudhary called into question the effectiveness of the security framework put in place ever since the abrogation of Article 370 in August 2019, and demanded a high-level probe into the killing of innocents ever since the ruling National Conference | |
| | | | Amar Singh Club Executive Committee holds third meeting; renovated guest rooms and heritage billiards hall inaugurated | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 1: The Third Meeting of the Executive Committee of Amar Singh Club, Jammu, was held today under the guidance of the Hon'ble Vice President of the Club, Shri Ramesh Kumar, IAS, Divisional Commissioner, Jammu. The meeting witnessed detailed deliberations on several important issues concerning the overall development, modernization, financial sustainability, and welfare of the Club and its esteemed members.
A major highlight of the meeting was the inauguration of th | |
| | | | No resite for drug peddlers: Reasi police invokes PIT-NDPS Act against habitual offender | | |  Early Times Report
REASI, Aug 1: Reaffirming its firm commitment to eradicate the drug menace and adopting a zero-tolerance approach against drug peddlers and suppliers, Reasi Police has invoked the provisions of the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PIT-NDPS) Act against a habitual drug offender, namely Prakash singh s/o Mohan singh R/o Thilloo Tehsil Thuroo district Reasi A/P Katal Gran Morh, Reasi
The accused has been repeatedly involved in drug-r | |
| | | | | | | JMC launches coconut shredding unit to prevent drain blockages, promote sustainable waste management | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 1: As part of its continued efforts under the Swachh Bharat Mission to strengthen scientific waste management and keep the city clean, the Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) today launched a Coconut Shredding Unit at Bhagwati Nagar. The unit was inaugurated by Dr. Devansh Yadav, Commissioner, Jammu Municipal Corporation.
The initiative has been introduced to address a major challenge during the monsoon season, when discarded coconut shells often choke drains and s | |
| | | | Crime Branch EOW Jammu chargesheets accused for cheating, forgery and fraudulent insurance claim | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 1: The Economic Offences Wing, Crime Branch Jammu files a chargesheet against a former employee of ICICI Prudential Life Insurance in the Hon'ble Court of 3rd Additional Munsiff Judge Jammu in case FIR No. 02/2013 U/S 420, 467, 468, 471, RPC initially registered at Police Station Gandhi Nagar, Jammu.
The case arose from a complaint by Deepak Bhat, Branch In-charge of ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Co. Ltd. Jammu, alleging that former employee Parul Sharma fraudulently surrendered Policy No. 08551598 using forged documents and diverted Rs. 10,75,742.95/- to a fake SBI account opened in the policyholder's name. Similar attempts were allegedly made in respect o | |
| | | | DG Rural Sanitation reviews SBM (G) progress in Kupwara | | | | Early Times Report
KUPWARA, Aug 1: Director General, Rural Sanitation, J&K, Anoo Malhotra, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting in Kupwara to assess the progress of key Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) initiatives across the district.
The meeting was attended by the Deputy Director, Rural Sanitation, Kashmir, Shabir Ahmad Hakak, Assistant Commissioner Panchayat (ACP) Kupwara, Ab Rashid Sheikh, Assistant Commissioner Development (ACD) Kupwara, Ab Rashid Ganaie, Block Development Officers (BDOs), Assistant Engineers, Junior Engineers, Consultants of the Directorate and other concerned officers.
The review focused on the status of rural sanitation assets, door-to-door waste collecti | |
| | | | Bill to tweak anti- paper leak law gets presidents assent | | | |
Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Aug 1: A Bill that proposes to set up fast-track courts in every state for speedy trials of accused and enhance punishment in public examination question paper leak cases has received the assent of the President
In a gazette notification issued on Friday, the law ministry said President Droupadi Murmu has given assent to the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026 after it was cleared by both Houses of Parliament earlier this week.
According to the legislation, individuals involved in paper leaks or unfair means in exams will get jail terms for a minimum of 5 years and a maximum of 10 years, and a fine of up to Rs 50 lakh.
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| | | | Indian Railways recommends premature retirement of five group 'A' officers | | | | Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Aug 1: Review Committees of the Railway Board, Ministry of Railways have recommended premature retirement of five Group 'A' officers in public interest under Rule 1802(a) of the Indian Railway Establishment Code, Volume II, which is equivalent to Rule 56(j) of the Fundamental Rules. The Review Committees have recommended premature retirement of two SAG officers of IRHS, one JAG officer of IRSE in Northern Railway, one officer of IRSEE in Northern Railway, and one JAG officer of IRTS in Western Railway. The Review Committees carried out a detailed assessment of the officers' service records in accordance with the prescribed procedure. The review included examin | |
| | | | Sadhotra condemns Kulgam terror attack; seeks time-bound probe, exemplary punishment for perpetrators | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 1: National Conference Additional General Secretary and former Minister Ajay Kumar Sadhotra today strongly condemned the selective killing in the Kulgam of Chhattisgarh labourers in terror attack, describing it as a barbaric and inhuman act aimed at spreading fear and disturbing peace in Jammu and Kashmir.
In a statement, Sadhotra demanded a thorough, impartial and time-bound investigation to bring the perpetrators, conspirators and their handlers to justice. Exp | |
| | | | Speaker holds public outreach camp at Kanidajan | | |  Early Times Report
BUDGAM, Aug 1: Speaker, Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, today visited village Kanidajan in the Charar-i-Sharief Constituency, where he held a public outreach camp to listen to the grievances of the people, review the developmental needs of the area and assess the overall progress of various public welfare initiatives.
During the public interaction, the people apprised the Speaker of several issues concerning the area and projected their developme | |
| | | | Police arrest drug peddler with 2 Kg Ganja in Nowshera | | |  Early Times Report
RAJOURI, Aug 1: In its sustained drive against drug trafficking, Rajouri Police achieved success by arresting a drug peddler and recovering approx 2 Kg of Ganja like narcotic substance in the Nowshera area. During routine naka checking at Thalka Naka under the jurisdiction of Police Station Nowshera Police Party noticed individual who attempted to flee, the alert police personnel apprehended him. During his personal search, approx 2 Kg of Ganja like narcotic substance was re | |
| | | | No safe haven for drug peddlers: Reasi police apprehends four persons; heroin recovered | | |  Early Times Report
REASI, Aug 1: Continuing its sustained and uncompromising drive against drug trafficking and substance abuse, Reasi Police has achieved yet another significant success under its zero-tolerance policy against narcotics, reaffirming its unwavering commitment to dismantling drug networks
During the intervening night of 31/07/2026, a police party of Police Station Katra was on routine patrolling duty in Katra town when they noticed four persons sitting together at a secluded p | |
| | | | Awareness session on POSH Act held at Jammu | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 1: An awareness session on the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 (POSH Act) was held today at the District Headquarters, Jammu, in which officials of Jammu district were apprised about the provisions of the Act.
The session was chaired by Additional District Magistrate (ADM) Jammu, Ansuya Jamwal, who said that the Act provides safeguards against harassment, particularly sexual harassment, of women, whether w | |
| | | | Lady drug peddlers arrested with 100 grams heroin like substance | | |  Early Times Report
SAMBA, Aug 1: In a major breakthrough in its sustained campaign against drug trafficking, Samba Police has arrested two lady drug peddlers and recovered approximately 100 grams of heroin-like substance (Chitta) from their possession within the jurisdiction of Police Station Vijaypur.
Acting promptly on reliable information, a police team from Police Station Vijaypur launched a swift operation and intercepted two women pedestrians on Tarapur Road who were moving towards the | |
| | | | Police arrests criminal with illegal revolver at Bari Brahmana | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 1: Samba Police has arrested a criminal and recovered an illegal revolver from his possession within the jurisdiction of Police Station Bari Brahmana during routine patrolling duty.
A police team of Police Station Bari Brahmana, while conducting routine patrolling in the jurisdiction, noticed a suspicious person near JDA Colony Birpur, Bari Brahmana, who was coming from the Data Talab side and moving towards Kikri Morh under suspicious circumstances. On noticing | |
| | | | ISKCON Director visits Mata Saraswati Pustakalaya Library-cum-Skill Development Centre Jagti | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 1: Swami Sriram Charana Aravinda Dasa, Director, ISKCON, visited the Mata Saraswati Pustakalaya Library-cum-Skill Development Centre, Jagti, Community Project of HELPLINE Humanity & Saraswathi Education Cultural Charitable Trust Chennai where he interacted with students and appreciated the educational and social initiatives being undertaken by Helpline Humanity.
During the interactive session, Swamiji addressed the students and emphasized the importance of moral | |
| | | | | | | Inter-School District Level selection trial/competitions held at MA Stadium Jammu | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 1: Department of youth services and sports of district Jammu held Inter-School District Level selection trials/competitions held at MA Stadium, sacred heart Jammu and rifle shooting hallGandhi Nagar, Jammu.
Inter-School District Level Selection trials in the disciplines of Rifle Shooting at Shooting Hall Gandhinagar and Kurash at MA Stadium Jammu and competitions for Kalarippayattu at Sacred Heart Jammu respectively. These selection trials/competitions are being | |
| | | | IIM Jammu concludes three-day administrative excellence programme | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 1: The Indian Institute of Management Jammu concluded the Three-Day Administrative Excellence Programme, an Executive Education initiative aimed at enhancing administrative competencies, promoting digital transformation, and fostering excellence in institutional governance. The programme brought together 40 administrative professionals, who actively participated in a series of interactive sessions designed to strengthen their managerial and administrative capabili | |
| | | | GDC Hiranagar successfully completes Summer Internship Programme under NEP-2020 | | |  Early Times Report
HIRANAGAR, Aug 1: The Department of Geography, Govt. GLDM Degree College, Hiranagar, proudly announces the successful completion of its 15-day Summer Internship Programme conducted under the NEP-2020 Course Curriculum in collaboration with the Ravi Canal Construction Division, Hiranagar.
The internship programme was conducted under the able leadership of Dr. Pragya Khanna, Principal, Govt. GLDM Degree College, Hiranagar, and under the guidance of Prof. Namrata Chowdhary, He | |
| | | | GDC Ramnagar organises Drug De-addiction Awareness Programme | | |  Early Times Report
RAMNAGAR, Aug 1: The NCORD Cell of Government Degree College Ramnagar, in collaboration with the Indian Red Cross Society, Jammu & Kashmir, organised a comprehensive Drug De-addiction Awareness Programme to educate students about the harmful effects of substance abuse and to promote a healthy, drug-free lifestyle. The programme was held under the patronage of the Principal, Prof. (Dr.) Daljeet Singh Manhas, who graced the occasion as the Chief Guest.
The programme commenced | |
| | | | Gandhi Nagar Welfare Society officially announced | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 1: Gandhi Nagar Welfare Society (Regd.) is a non-political, non-profit society. We have no party flag. Our only agenda is to make Gandhi Nagar better.
For a better Gandhi Nagar, we will work together with the Administration, elected representatives, and everyone to bridge the gap between residents and authorities.
Today, Gandhi Nagar Welfare Society (Regd.) held a press conference and officially announced the formation of the society with our full team.
We ha | |
| | | | Sheikh Ishfaq Jabbar condemns Kulgam terror attack, seeks strict action | | | |
Early Times Report
GANDERBAL, Aug 1: Former MLA Ganderbal, Sheikh Ishfaq Jabbar strongly condemned the Kulgam terror attack, describing it as an inhuman act and a crime against humanity.
In a statement, Sheikh Ishfaq Jabbar said the killing of innocent people is an attack on humanity and cannot be justified under any circumstances. He expressed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for peace.
He appealed to the government and security agencies to conduct a thorough investigation and ensure that those involved in the attack are identified and dealt with through strict legal action. | |
| | | | General Category Front backs reservation Hatao Aandolan | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 1: A meeting of General Category People's Front was held under the chairmanship of Raj Kumar Banathia, Chairman of the Front and discussed in detail the demands of the General Category people. Addressing the meeting Yash Paul Sanson, President of the Front alleged that the governments have fostered caste based vote bank politics by labeling certain professions as caste. Sanson strongly condemned the deliberate attempt of vested political parties and some ethnic groups, projecting general category people as elites. It is a false narrative propagated by them today, there are economically backward families in every caste that need special support measures (SSM | |
| | | | L-G VK Saxena approves unique Ladakh Sports Policy 2026 | | | | Early Times Report
LEH, Aug 1: A new era of nurturing sporting excellence and creating a vibrant and inclusive sports ecosystem has ushered in the Union Territory of Ladakh, with Lt. Governor, Vinai Kumar Saxena approving a landmark New Ladakh Sports Policy. For the first time, the new sports policy provides assured financial support in terms of cash incentives and monthly scholarships, recognition and constant motivation to sportspersons to excel at school, district, state, national and international levels.
The Sports Policy establishes a visionary framework designed to transform the Union Territory into a premier, self-sustaining sporting destination, while simultaneously encouraging y | |
| | | | Brutal crackdown on peaceful protesters in PoJK repeats a long history of suppression: GL Raina | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 1: The recent crackdown on peaceful protesters in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK) once again exposes the Pakistan establishment's repressive approach towards the people living under its control. Reports of civilian deaths and injuries during the protests have raised serious humanitarian concerns. The appeals by local groups for an independent international investigation deserve careful attention, and the international community should closely scrutinize these developments and ensure accountability wherever violations of human rights are established. This statement was issued by Girdhari Lal Raina former MLC and spokesperson of BJP JK-UT. He said tha | |
| | | | SRS condemns killing of two migrant workers in Kulgam terror attack | | | |
Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 1: Shri Ram Sena (SRS), Jammu & Kashmir, has strongly condemned the heinous terrorist attack in Kulgam district of South Kashmir in which two migrant workers were brutally killed.
In a statement issued here today, SRS UT President Rajiv Mahajan described the attack as a barbaric and cowardly act of terrorism aimed at creating fear and disrupting the peaceful atmosphere in the Union Territory. He said that targeting innocent and unarmed civilians is an inhuman crime that deserves the strongest condemnation.
Expressing profound grief over the loss of innocent lives, Mahajan conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for eternal pe | |
| | | | World breastfeeding week observed at AH GMC Doda | | | | Early Times Report
DODA, Aug 1: On the directions of the worthy Mission Director NHM J&K Ms Akriti Sagar (IAS) and Director Health Services Jammu Dr Poonam Sethi and under the guidance of Principal Govt Medical College Doda, Dr. Dev Raj Dogra, and Chief Medical Officer Doda, Dr. Vinod Sharma, World Breastfeeding Week was observed with an awareness programme at AH GMC Doda, on 01-08-2026.
The programme was organised by the District Health Society Doda and witnessed the participation of Dr. Narinder Singh, Dr. Niraj Kumar and Dr. R.S. Manhas from the Department of Paediatrics, GMC Doda, BMO Ghat, Dr. Abdul Gafoor, Dy Medical Superintendent, AH GMC Doda, Dr. Irfan Tasaduq Kelam, healthcare | |
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