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| Jammu getting its due share of inclusive development under Omar Abdullah-led Government: RL Gupta | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Oct 22: Senior National Conference leader and Provincial President Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta, said that Jammu Province is receiving due attention in the development agenda of the Omar Abdullah-led Government, with emphasis on infrastructure, drinking water, electricity, healthcare, education, rural connectivity, tourism, employment and the welfare of weaker sections of society.
Gupta said that the elected Government is committed to inclusive development in which the needs of Jammu city, border areas, villages, far-flung regions and economically disadvantaged families receive appropriate attention. He emphasised that development must be assessed through improvements | |
| | | | National Conference afraid of defeat, avoiding Panchayat Polls in J&K: LoP Sharma | | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Oct 22: Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma on Thursday accused the National Conference-led government of delaying Panchayat and municipal elections out of fear of defeat, saying the polls would be a litmus test for Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's government.
Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of a BJP programme, the LoP Sharma said NC is reluctant to allow alternative political representation to emerge in Jammu and Kashmir.
"The Abdullah family's ego, arrogance and unwillingness to conduct Panchayati Raj elections are responsible for the delay. They do not want anyone else to represent the people because they know the National Conference will face a crush | |
| | | | MLA Arvind Gupta inaugurates development works worth Rs 65 lakh in Jammu West | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Oct 22: MLA Jammu West, Arvind Gupta, inaugurated development works worth Rs 65 lakh in different areas of Jammu West, reaffirming his commitment to strengthening civic infrastructure and ensuring better basic amenities for residents.
The projects include lane and drain construction works worth Rs 40 lakh near Rajpura Park, covering Lane No. 23 and Lane No. 25, along with additional works worth Rs 25 lakh in Lane No. 6, Shakti Nagar, Ward No. 29.
Speaking on the occasion, MLA Arvind Gupta said, "The overall development of Jammu West remains my foremost priority. We are committed to providing better civic amenities, strengthening basic infrastructure and addressi | |
| | | | Reasi police intensify anti-narcotics drive | | | | Early Times Report
REASI, Oct 22: Continuing its sustained drive against drug trafficking and substance abuse, Reasi Police apprehended a person and recovered 7.8 grams of heroin at PCP Nomain, Katra, during routine checking and frisking.
On 21.10.2026, at about 1630 hours, a naka party of Police Station Katra was conducting vehicle checking and frisking pedestrians at PCP Nomain. During the checking, one person proceeding on foot from Domail towards Katra was intercepted and subjected to frisking. During his search, a transparent polythene pouch containing heroin was recovered from the right pocket of his trousers. The recovered contraband weighed 7.8 grams, including the polythene pouch | |
| | | | Distirct police Reasi inspects fertiliser & chemical shops; directs installation of CCTV cameras | | | | Early Times Report
REASI, Oct 22: In continuation of its ongoing efforts to strengthen public safety and security, District Police Reasi conducted inspections of shops dealing in fertilisers, chemicals and other regulated materials across the district to prevent potential security hazards and ensure strict compliance with prescribed rules and regulations. During the drive, 62 shops were inspected, with sale registers, stock details and other relevant records thoroughly scrutinised. Shopkeepers were directed to maintain proper records and ensure strict adherence to applicable regulations. They were also instructed to install CCTV cameras at their premises to strengthen surveillance and faci | |
| | | | Crescent School Shines at Speedball Championship | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Oct 22: Crescent Public School, Janipur, Jammu, proudly participated in the Open District Level Speedball Championship 2026, held on 21st October 2026 at Mount Litera Zee School, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu. The championship was organised by the J&K Sports Speedball Association, with over 200 students from around 10 schools participating. The event was inaugurated by Sh. Sanjeev Verma, Chief Electoral Officer, Jammu & Kashmir, as the Chief Guest, while Ms. Ritika Trehan, BJP Convenor, Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, J&K, attended as the Guest of Honour. | |
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