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| Dr Sonika Kanotra joins as Head of ENT Department at GMC Jammu | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 18: Dr Sonika Kanotra assumes the charge as the new Head of the Department (HOD) of Otorhinolaryngology (ENT).
A distinguished ENT specialist, academician, and surgeon, Dr Kanotra brings with her vast experience in clinical care, medical education, and research. Known for her dedication to patient welfare and academic excellence, she has made significant contributions to the advancement of ENT services in the region.
On assuming charge, Dr Sonika Kanotra thank | |
| | | | Greenbelt Morning Walkers honour Er Pargal | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 18: The Gandhinagar Greenbelt Morning Walkers Association today felicitated Er Ved Raj Pargal on his 80th birthday.
He was profusely garland, prevented Angvastr,, bouquet & a gift. A large number of morning walkers present who greeted him & wished him happy & healthy year ahead.
A large number of morning walkers women members were also present. Those present included Bansi Lal Gupta, K B Jandial, Er Lalit Mengi, Er JBS Johar, Er Chander Uday Sharma, Mohinder G | |
| | | | Reasi police recover 5 grams heroin; drug peddler apprehended on SMVD track | | |  Early Times Report
REASI, June 18: Continuing its sustained efforts against drug trafficking and substance abuse under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan, Reasi Police apprehended a drug peddler and recovered heroin from his possession during patrolling on the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Track.
On the late night of 16.06.2026, a police team of Police Post Banganga was conducting routine patrolling on the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Track. At about 9:45 PM, when the police party reached Char | |
| | | | FICCI FLO JKL, Lakshyam honour traffic police personnel with cooling aids, power banks | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 18: In a heartfelt gesture of appreciation for the unwavering dedication and service of Jammu's traffic police personnel, FICCI FLO Jammu, Kashmir & Ladakh (JKL), in collaboration with Lakshyam, distributed 100 portable neck fans and over 60 power banks to traffic officers at the Police Headquarters, Jammu.
The initiative was organised to acknowledge the commitment of traffic personnel who spend long hours regulating traffic and ensuring public safety, often und | |
| | | | CM Omar-led Government will complete full term, frustrated BJP to prove wrong: Sadhotra | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 18: National Conference Additional General Secretary and Former Minister Ajay Kumar Sadhotra today asserted that the government led by Chief Minister Jenab Omar Abdullah in Jammu and Kashmir will complete its full five-year term, saying those spreading misinformation and misleading political speculation with an intent to destabilise the popular government would be proven wrong.
Addressing a workers meeting at Udhampur which was organised by Sunil Verma District | |
| | | | SCW, Crime Branch Jammu registers case in Rs 15 lakh Govt job fraud | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 18: The Special Crime Wing (SCW), Crime Branch Jammu has registered a criminal case against one Mehraj Ahmed Zargar of Bijbehara, Anantnag, for allegedly cheating a complainant of approximately ?15 lakh on the false promise of securing Government employment.
The case has been registered following a written complaint lodged by the complainant , alleging that the accused falsely projected himself as the Personal Assistant to the Principal Secretary and claimed to have influence with senior Government authorities. On the strength of these false representations, the accused allegedly induced the complainant to pay around ?15 lakh in different instalments during | |
| | | | From promise to performance: MLA Vikram Randhawa starts key development work in Ward No. 44 | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 18: Demonstrating his unwavering commitment towards grassroots development and public welfare, MLA Bahu Constituency Ch. Vikram Randhawa today inaugurated the construction of a lane and drain near Chhotu General Store in Ward No. 44. The developmental work is being undertaken under the Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC).
The inauguration was carried out in the presence of Mandal President Rahul Kumar, party workers, local residents, JMC officials, and the concerned contractor.
Addressing the gathering, Ch. Vikram Randhawa said that the people of Bahu Constituency have entrusted him with the responsibility of serving them, and fulfilling their long-pending de | |
| | | | NC protest for restoration of statehood at Jantar Mantar shall be eye -opener for the Modi Govt: RL Gupta | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 18: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Provincial President Jammu Rattan Lal Gupta said that the protest organized by the National Conference at Jantar Mantar on first day of Monsoon session of Parliament for the restoration of Statehood to Jammu and Kashmir should serve as an eye-opener for the Modi Government. The protest has once again highlighted serious concerns regarding the federal structure of the country and the democratic rights of the people of | |
| | | | Vedic worship alone leads to true understanding of God: Swami Ram Swarup Ji | | |  Early Times Report
YOL (HIMACHAL PRADESH), June 18: On the 68th day of the ongoing 78-day Yajna dedicated to the study and propagation of the four Vedas at Ved Mandir, Yol, renowned Vedic scholar and Yoga Acharya Swami Ram Swarup Ji addressed devotees on the authentic Vedic concept of God and the proper method of worship as prescribed in the Vedas.
Swami Ji explained that in the present age, people often follow various man-made paths of devotion and worship according to their personal prefere | |
| | | | JKBOSE Notifies Date Sheet for Higher Secondary Part-I (Class 11th) Annual (Private)/ Bi-Annual Examination | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 18: The Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) has notified the Date Sheet for the Higher Secondary Part-I (Class 11th) Examination, Session Annual (Private)/Bi-Annual 2026, for both Kashmir Division and Winter/Summer Zone areas of Jammu Division, including the UTs of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.
The examinations shall commence on 7 July, 2026 and conclude on 27 July, 2026. All examinations will be conducted in the morning shift commencing at 9:30 A | |
| | | | Census data is non-shareable, non-admissible: CPCO Amit Sharma clarifies during Leh Census Review Meeting | | |  Early Times Report
LEH (LADAKH), June 18: Chief Principal Census Officer (CPCO) and Director Census Operations (DCO), Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Amit Sharma, IAS, along with Vijay Kumar, Assistant Chief Prinicpal Census Officer and Census District Prabhari Tashi Otsal today chaired a comprehensive review meeting at the Conference Hall, Council Secretariat, Leh to assess the progress of the ongoing House Listing Operations (HLO) under Census 2027 in Leh district.
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| | | | Ramban police solves major theft case, recovers 5 lakh worth stolen electric wire, six accused arrested | | |  Early Times Report
RAMBAN, June 18: Ramban Police has successfully worked out a major theft case involving the theft of electric wire and recovered around 471 kilograms of stolen property. Six accused persons have been arrested in connection with the case.
On the intervening night of 11/12 June 2026, unknown persons stole two drums of electric wire from Kowbagh, Ramban. Upon receipt of information a case was registered at Police Station Ramban and investigation was immediately taken up. Durin | |
| | | | Suspension at slightest provocation counter-productive: CAT | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 18: The Central Administrative Tribunal, Srinagar Bench, has directed the competent authority in the School Education Department to review the suspension order of Aijaz Ahmad Dar, Lecturer English, HSS Mirgund, Pattan, within two weeks, while observing that resorting to suspension at the slightest provocation is unwarranted and counter-productive.
The order was passed by M.S. Latif, Member (J), in an original application filed by Dar challenging suspension order No. 175-DSEK of 2026 dated 29.04.2026. The applicant had sought quashing of the suspension order and his reinstatement, besides interim relief to keep the order in abeyance.
Appearing for the applic | |
| | | | Kathua administration reviews Amarnath Yatra 2026 arrangements | | | |
Early Times Report
KATHUA, June 18: Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma today chaired a meeting to review preparedness and arrangements for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026 in the district. SSP Kathua Mohita Sharma was also present.
Discussions were held on the progress of various executing agencies regarding establishment of facilities and service points at the Lakhanpur Yatri Facilitation Centre. The meeting also reviewed arrangements for RFID and E-KYC counters, a 10-bedded healthcare unit, drinking water points, lavatory units and other basic amenities for Yatris. | |
| | | | Special enforcement drive against illegal sale of habit-forming drugs conducted across Jammu province | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 18: The Drugs & Food Control Organisation, J&K, under the Nasha Mukt J&K Abhiyan, conducted special enforcement drives across the districts of Doda, Kishtwar and Udhampur.
The drives aimed to identify establishments operating in violation of legal and regulatory requirements and to prevent the unauthorised sale and misuse of psychotropic substances and prescription medicines.
Surprise inspections of pharmacies and drug sale establishments were carried out by Drugs Control Officers, Munish Gupta at Doda and Imtiyaz Ahmed at Kishtwar, with support from respective district administrations, to ensure compliance with the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940.
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| | | | Team Balfa Steelco expands OPWs presence in Jammu & Kashmir | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 18: Balfa Steelco (P) Ltd. an Authorized Distributors of OPW Bottom Loading Tank Truck Fittings in North India, has inaugurated the new office (Channel Partner) under the name of M/s SS Autotech Enterprises at Bajalta, Jammu, which is strategically located near the CUF New Bajalta Depot Facility
The office was today inaugurated by Mr. Rahul Gupta (President J&K Petroleum Dealers Association), Mr. Sambhav Jain, Director Balfa Steelco (P) Ltd., in the presence of | |
| | | | Narinder Singh Thakur appointed as J&K UT press secretary and district president by NHRSJCI (GLOBAL) | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 18: The National Human Rights Social Justice Council of India (GLOBAL) is pleased to announce the appointment of journalist Narinder Singh Thakur as Press Secretary for the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir and District President (Udhampur District). The announcement was formally made at the Press Club Jammu.
The appointment was made under the leadership of Advocate M.I. Zargar Patnavi, Director General of NHRSJCI (GLOBAL), in the presence of Fareed Ahmed Fani, | |
| | | | Yuva Kaushal Karyashala 5.0 commenced at CSIR-IIIM | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 18: In an effort to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world scientific research, CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (IIIM), Jammu, through its Technology Business Incubator (IIIM-TBI) and BioNEST Bioincubation Centre, launched the 10-day hands-on training programme "Yuva Kaushal Karyashala 5.0" in Chemical Sciences here today.
The programme has brought together 42 students from Government College for Women (GCW), Gandhi Nagar, Jammu a | |
| | | | Amar Balidan Trust commemorate Nirvan Diwas of HL Chatta | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 18: Today 12th Nirvaan Divas of Late Hira Lal Chatta, great community activist of Kashmiri Pandits, was commemorated at Sanjeevani Sharda Kendra, Jammu by Amar Balidan Trust, in which large number of people from different walks of life participated with full enthusiasm and with socio cultural devotion.
Ex. MLC of BJP, Ajay Bharti was the Chief Guest and Prof. Virender Rawal was the guest of honour in this function. Swamy Kumar ji of Geeta Satsang, Jammu li | |
| | | | JKTPO conducts export awareness workshop and e-commerce onboarding drive | | |  Early Times Report
KISHTWAR, June 18: The Jammu and Kashmir Trade Promotion Organisation (JKTPO), Industries & Commerce Department, today organised an Export Awareness Workshop, E-Commerce Onboarding Drive and India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) Awareness Session at Kishtwar under the guidance of Managing Director JKTPO Sudershan Kumar.
The programme was organised in collaboration with the District Administration Kishtwar and drew participation from nearly 50 entrepreneurs, artisans, farmers, | |
| | | | KVK Reasi organizes Khet Bachao Abhiyan to educates SHGs members on Natural Farming | | | | Early Times Report
REASI, June 18: Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Reasi uder the aegis of SKUAST-J organised the Khet Bachao Abhiyan (Save the Farm Campaign) and educated the Self Help Groups (SHGs) members on natural farming practices here at Ser Sundwan village of Bhomag block in Reasi district of J&K. The programme was organised under the dynamic leadership of Vice Chancellor, Prof. BN Tripathi and able guidance of Director Extension, Prof. Amrish Vaid of SKUAST-Jammu. Chief Scientist & Head of KVK Reasi, Dr. Banarsi Lal said that Reasi district of J&K has an immense scope in natural farming and farmers can produce safe food by avoiding the use of synthetic pesticides and herbicides in | |
| | | | DC Rajouri reviews health sector performance under NHM | | | | Early Times Report
RAJOURI, June 18: Deputy Commissioner Rajouri Abhishek Sharma chaired a review meeting of the health sector under the National Health Mission (NHM) to assess the progress of healthcare initiatives, developmental works and service delivery across the district.
The DC took a detailed assessment of key health indicators, implementation of NHM programmes, functioning of health institutions and progress on infrastructure development projects.
On maternal and child healthcare, he directed officers concerned to ensure 100 percent institutional deliveries across the district, calling for enhanced field-level monitoring, awareness generation and timely referral mechanisms to ac | |
| | | | IIT Jammu hands over milk pasteurizer unit to beneficiaries under Unnat Bharat Abhiyan-SEG Rural Livelihood Project | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 18: As an Institute of National Importance, IIT Jammu has consistently pursued a vision that extends beyond academic excellence to meaningful societal impact. Through its outreach and community engagement initiatives, the institute has been actively harnessing science, technology, and innovation to address grassroots challenges, strengthen rural livelihoods, and foster sustainable development. Under the framework of Unnat Bharat Abhiyan, IIT Jammu continues to br | |
| | | | DBU promotes preventive healthcare through Ayurveda and Wellness Awareness Session | | |  Early Times Report
MANDI GOBINDGARH, June 18: Reinforcing its commitment to preventive healthcare and holistic wellness, the Faculty of Ayurveda at Desh Bhagat University organized an enlightening expert session on "Role of Diet in Healthy Ageing: Ayurveda and Wellness Perspectives." The programme aimed to promote awareness about healthy ageing through the timeless principles of Ayurveda.
The session commenced with a warm welcome address by Dr. Darshana, Associate Professor, P.G. Department o | |
| | | | GDC Ramgarh organizes online Yoga poses session ahead of International Yoga Day | | |  Early Times Report
RAMGARH, June 18: As part of the ongoing celebrations leading up to International Yoga Day, Government Degree College Ramgarh organized an online Yoga Poses Session under the theme "Yoga for Health and Wellness." The programme aimed to promote the importance of yoga in maintaining physical fitness, mental well-being, and a healthy lifestyle.
The event was conducted under the able guidance of Dr. Meeru Abrol, Principal of the College. The session was organized by Mr. Ashok K | |
| | | | SBSSU celebrates successful completion of stipend- based internship program | | |  Early Times Report
GURDASPUR, June 18: Under the wise leadership and guidance of Prof. (Dr.) S. K. Misra, Hon'ble Vice-Chancellor, Sardar Beant Singh State University (SBSSU), Gurdaspur celebrated the successful completion of a stipend-based internship programme involving around 70 students from various departments of the University.
The structured internship programme, spanning over six months, forms an integral part of the academic curriculum and is designed to bridge the gap between classr | |
| | | | Chandigarh University Moves Among World's Top 526 Best Varsities in QS World University Rankings 2027 | | |  Early Times Report
CHANDIGARH, June 18: Continuing its remarkable rise among the world's leading higher education institutions, Chandigarh University (CU) has made impressive strides in the latest edition of prestigious QS World University Rankings 2027 by securing an overall world rank of 526, registering impressive surge for the fifth consecutive year with CU's world rank going up by an impressive 274 ranks -- from the 800th rank in 2023 to 526th in 2027.
As per the latest QS World Universi | |
| | | | LPU NCC Cadets selected to represent India in UK and Peru under prestigious youth exchange programme 2026 | | |  Early Times Report
JALANDHAR, June 18: Two cadets from Lovely Professional University (LPU) have brought laurels to the university and the nation by securing selection for the prestigious Youth Exchange Programme (YEP) 2026 of the National Cadet Corps (NCC), Ministry of Defence, Government of India. The selected cadets, Saksham Sharma, a B.Tech CSE student, and Amod Kumar Singh, a B.Tech CSE student, will represent India in the United Kingdom and Peru, as part of official NCC youth delegation | |
| | | | GDC, Vijaypur organizes anti-drug pledge campaign under ‘Nasha Mukt Saptah’ | | | |
Early Times Report
VIJAYPUR, June 18: As part of the ongoing nationwide initiative to eradicate substance abuse, the National Service Scheme (NSS) unit of Government Degree College, Vijaypur organized a massive anti-drug pledge campaign today. The event was held under the banner of Nasha Mukt Saptah (Anti-Drug Addiction Week), aligned with the national theme "Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan- Viksit Bharat Ki Pehchaan" (Drug-Free India Campaign: The Identity of a Developed India), alongside the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) global directive "Break the Cycle #Stop Organized Crime".
The campaign was conducted under the able guidance and supervision of the college Principal, D | |
| | | | ADC Kulgam reviews arrangements for International Yoga Day | | | | Early Times Report
KULGAM, June 18: In connection with the upcoming International Yoga Day, the additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kulgam, Vikar Ahmad Giri chaired a meeting to review and finalize the arrangements for the district-level celebration of International Yoga Day to be observed on June 21. During the meeting, the ADC directed all concerned officers to ensure comprehensive arrangements for the smooth and successful conduct of the event across the district. Stressing the importance of Yoga in promoting physical, mental and emotional well-being, the ADC emphasised the need for maximum public participation and awareness. He directed that International Yoga Day will be celebrated | |
| | | | JU organises pre-admission counselling sessions for social sciences, M.Com programmes | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, June 18: The Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE), University of Jammu, organised Pre-Admission Counselling Sessions for prospective learners seeking admission to various postgraduate programmes for the academic session 2026–27. The sessions witnessed enthusiastic participation from aspiring students interested in Social Science disciplines and M.Com programmes offered through Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and Online modes.
The counselling sessions we | |
| | | | Thousands of students explore innovation, opportunities at rise in J&K 2026 | | |  Early Times Report
Srinagar, June 18: The second day of “Rise in Jammu & Kashmir 2026 – Building the Path Towards Viksit Bharat @ 2047” witnessed an overwhelming response from students, researchers, young professionals, and members of the public at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC), Srinagar.
The event, being organized by Tarmeh Events under the guidance of Hon’ble Rajya Sabha MP Shri Ghulam Ali Khatana, continued to attract large numbers of visitors eager to explo | |
| | | | Some people will consume cow’s milk, then abandon the animal on roads; when it damages crops, they will blame me: CM Yogi | | |  Early Times Report
Lucknow, June 18: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said, “Some people consume cow’s milk and then leave the animals abandoned on the roads. Later, when these cows damage crops, they blame him for it. It is the government’s resolve and cultural ethos that Gau Mata will not be allowed to be slaughtered and that no compromise with the security of the nation will be tolerated.”
Referring to the history of the Sikh Gurus, he added that whenever an invader or butcher committed c | |
| | | | For SP, Saifai is its family; for me, UP is home, its 25 crore people are my family: CM | | |  Early Times Report
Unnao, June 18: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said, “The work done by the double-engine government in the last 12 years at the Centre and nine years in Uttar Pradesh could not be achieved by the Congress and Samajwadi Party governments because they were corrupt and lacked capability. These parties thought only about their families and not about the poor.”
He said, “Congress never thought beyond the Nehru-Gandhi family, while for the SP only Saifai was its family. In con | |
| | | | Civil Defence Jammu conducts flood preparedness Awareness Camp | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, June 18: 18 June 2026, a highly impactful one-day awareness camp was successfully conducted at Bharda Kalan, Akhnoor. Under the esteemed supervision of Smt.Tajinder Kour, Dy.SP, In-charge Deputy Controller, Civil Defence, Jammu, the initiative drew active participation from 60 local civilians. Attendees were comprehensively briefed on flood mitigation strategies, life-saving protocols for sudden water surges, and vital emergency response terminologies, significantly | |
| | | | CRS begins inspection of Katihar–Kuretha | | | | Early Times Report
Maligaon, June 18: The Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS), Northeast Frontier Circle, Kolkata, Shri Sumeet Singhal, is carrying out the statutory inspection of the newly constructed Broad Gauge (BG) double line sections between Katihar (1.380 km)-Kuretha (12.440 km) and Katihar (1.327 km)-Sonaili (17.542 km) in Katihar Division of Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR). The inspection programme commenced on 17th June, 2026 and is scheduled to continue till 19th June, 2026. Both these sections form part of the Katihar-Kumedpur and Katihar-Mukuria New Double Line Projects.
The Katihar-Kumedpur and Katihar-Mukuria New Double Line Project, spanning a total length of 64.14 km, | |
| | | | Former MLA Ganderbal Ishfaq Jabbar Urges Immediate Ground Action Following Omar Abdullah’s Rehabilitation Assurance | | | | Early Times Report
GANDERBAL, June 18: Following National Conference leader Omar Abdullah’s recent visit to Ganderbal, former MLA Ganderbal Sheikh Ishfaq Jabbar in a statement has welcomed the announcement to rehabilitate shopkeepers, tenants , business establishments displaced by the ongoing road-widening project from Nagbal to Manigam.
While praising the initiative, the former lawmaker emphasized that the rehabilitation benefits must be inclusively extended across all affected pockets, including Nagbal, Darend, Baroosa, Lar, Manigam, Beehama, and Garage, with special focus on long-term tenants and educated youth who have suddenly lost their livelihoods.
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