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| Dr Divya Narang Honoured with ‘Most Trusted Aesthetics Doctor’ Award at Doc You Rock 2026 : Dr Jitendra Singh honours doctors | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Nov 10: Dr Divya Narang, Founder of SKINSCI Clinics, Jammu, has been conferred with the prestigious ‘Most Trusted Aesthetics Doctor 2026’ Award at the Doc You Rock 2026 award ceremony, recognising her contribution to the field of medical aesthetics and her commitment to delivering quality, ethical and patient-centric aesthetic care.
The award was presented by Dr Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (IC) for Science & Technology and Earth Sciences, and MoS in the Prime Minister’s Office, Personnel. Public Grievances and Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space. The recognition marks an important milestone in Dr Divya Narang’s professional journey and reflects the | |
| | | | KU’s IKS begins two-day workshop on anthropology in Kashmir | | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, Nov 10: The Institute of Kashmir Studies (IKS), University of Kashmir (KU) began a two-day workshop on ‘Anthropology in Kashmir: Methodologies, Ethics, and Engagement for a Deeper Understanding of Kashmiri Society’ at the Main Campus on Tuesday.
The workshop aims to familiarise students and researchers with the methods and ethical considerations involved in studying society and culture.
It seeks to encourage field-based research, critical engagement with local communities and a deeper understanding of the social, cultural and lived experiences of people in Kashmir.
Speaking at the inaugural session, Vice-Chancellor KU, Prof. Nilofer Khan said that underst | |
| | | | Punjab Police bust drug trafficking networks | | Recover 7.9 kg heroin drone, RPG, other items | | | Early Times Report
Chandigarh, Nov 10: A rocket propelled grenade, a drone, 7.904 kg of heroin, along with over 100 cartridges, were recovered as the Punjab Police, in a joint operation with a central agency, busted multiple illegal arms and drug trafficking networks with the arrest of seven persons, a top police officer said on Tuesday.
The Amritsar Rural Police also recovered two pistols, 5.152 kg of opium, 2.344 kg of ICE (methamphetamine), one GPS tracker and five mobile phones from the possession of the accused, Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav said in a post on X.
Investigation revealed that the accused were allegedly in contact with foreign-based handlers who facilitated | |
| | | | Two houses, one hotel damaged in fire in Srinagar | | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, Nov 10: Three buildings -- a hotel and two residential houses -- were damaged in a blaze in the Indira Nagar area of Srinagar city on Tuesday, officials said.
A fire broke out in the attic of one of the buildings in the afternoon and spread to the adjoining ones, they said.
Fire and emergency services personnel rushed to the spot and brought the blaze under control.
While the attics of the three buildings were damaged in the incident, there was no loss of life, the officials said. | |
| | | | LoP Sharma visits fire-hit Nehru Market, forms six-member committee | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 10: Leader of Opposition in the J&K Legislative Assembly, Sunil Sharma, on Monday visited the fire-hit Warehouse Complex near Nehru Market in Jammu, where a massive fire broke out on Sunday evening, completely damaging more than 15 shops In a statement, Sunil Sharma said that in consultation with BJP J&K President Sat Sharma, he had constituted a six-member committee to assess the losses suffered by traders at both Nehru Market and Shiv Market and prepare a comprehensive list of affected traders.
The committee will be headed by MLA Sham Lal Sharma (Jammu North) and comprise Dr Narinder Singh, MLAs Yudhvir Sethi, Vikram Randhawa and Arvind Gupta, and BJP Gener | |
| | | | Javid Dar exhorts officers to intensify field visits, redress farmers' concerns | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 10: Minister for Agriculture Production, Finance, Mining and Cooperative Departments, Javid Ahmad Dar, today convened a review meeting with senior officers of the Horticulture Department to assess the progress of ongoing projects and evaluate implementation of development schemes aimed at strengthening the horticulture sector in Jammu and Kashmir.
The meeting was attended by Director Horticulture Jammu, Gul Syed, Director Horticulture Kashmir, Vikas Anand, Managing Director JKHPMC Mohammad Farooq and others concerned officials.
During the meeting, the Minister called for a focused, outcome-oriented and farmer-centric approach to ensure that the benefits of | |
| | | | MCD plans AI-based mapping of advertising hoardings to boost revenue | | | | Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Nov 10: The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) is planning to use artificial intelligence (AI) and digital mapping to identify outdoor advertising sites across the city, detect unauthorised hoardings and explore new avenues to increase its revenue, officials said on Tuesday.
Under a proposed 180-day pilot project, all outdoor advertising assets, including hoardings, unipoles, kiosks and street furniture, will be surveyed and digitally mapped across the civic body's jurisdiction, Standing Committee chairperson Satya Sharma said.
Sharma said the initiative aims to make better use of the corporation's existing resources and prevent revenue losses by bringing | |
| | | | National-level creative economy conference to be held in Delhi on Nov 13 | | | | Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Nov 10: The culture ministry has planned to host a national-level conference on the creative economy at the Bharat Mandapam here on November 13, people familiar with the matter said on Tuesday. Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekawat is expected to attend the conference, they said. Participants from various states and UTs will be among the attendees at the event, which is to be held at the Bharat Mandapam on November 13, a person cited above said.
Besides, the ministry is also gearing up for the SCO Civilisational Dialogue Forum meeting, which will be held in New Delhi from November 20-22. The Forum meeting will be hosted at the Purana Quila, and prepa | |
| | | | 8 women and children among 19 report dog bite cases in J&K town | | | |
Early Times Report
MENDHAR, Nov 10: At least 19 people, including eight women and children, reported dog bite cases at a sub-district hospital in Mendhar in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district on Tuesday
According to an official report, the dog-bite victims belonged to different areas of Mendhar and also included people from outside the region who were currently staying there.
Among the patients, 11 had suffered category 2 bites, involving minor scratches or abrasions without bleeding, while the rest had Category 3 bites, characterised by deep cuts, puncture wounds, tears or any bite that penetrates the skin and causes bleeding.
The victims' ages ranged from 14 to 65 years.
The affec | |
| | | | District Admin Bandipora issues Weather Advisory | | | | Early Times Report
BANDIPORA, Nov 10: In view of the prevailing weather advisory and the possibility of adverse weather conditions, including snowfall and disruption of road connectivity in the far-flung areas of Bandipora and Gurez, the District Administration Bandipora has issued a weather advisory for tourists, travellers, aspirants appearing in the upcoming Finance Accounts Assistant examination and the general public.
As per the advisory issued by District Administration Bandipora, candidates belonging to these areas who are scheduled to appear in the OMR-based written examination for the post of Accounts Assistant (Finance Department) on November 15, 2026, have been advised to plan | |
| | | | GEASSOC demands filling of vacant SE, CE posts | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 10: All J&K Graduate Engineers Association (Civil) - GEASSOC - has welcomed the Minister for Jal Shakti and urged her to fill the vacant posts of Superintending Engineers and Chief engineers. In a letter dated 07.08.2026, president Er. Gopal Sharma and General Secretary Er. Iqbal Malik said that as per cadre restructuring order no. 91 of 2026 dated 15.05.2026, 8 posts of SES and 12 posts of CES are lying vacant in Jal Shakti and allied departments. The association said many eligible officers have been waiting for promotion for a long time and some are nearing retirement. Prolonged stagnation is affecting morale and functioning of the department. GEASSOC has d | |
| | | | Div Com reviews progress of ongoing works at Mubarak Mandi Complex | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 10: Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Vikas Kundal, today chaired a meeting to review the progress of ongoing projects at the Mubarak Mandi Heritage Complex. During the meeting, Divisional Commissioner reviewed the status of various heritage conservation projects, including the restoration of Darbar Hall, Raja Ram Singh Palace, Raja Amar Singh Palace, Dogra Art Museum and other historic structures. He took stock of the physical and financial progress of the ongoing works.
The meeting also discussed key developmental projects aimed at improving accessibility and visitor facilities at the heritage complex, including the proposed multi-level parking facility, const | |
| | | | Augmentation of additional coaches in Train No. 19224 | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 10: In view of the increasing rush of passengers and long waiting list during the festival season, Northern Railway, Jammu Division has decided to temporarily augment additional coaches in Train No. 19224 for the convenience of passengers. Under this, additional coaches of Third AC and Sleeper class are being temporarily attached to Train No. 19224, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra - Sabarmati Express, from 10 November 2026 to 14 November 2026. This will provide better facilities to passengers travelling to Punjab, Rajasthan and Gujarat. Also, with the augmentation of these additional coaches, more berths and seats will be available to passengers, making their jou | |
| | | | Bovine smuggling for slaughter may threaten public order, HC upholds PSA detention | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 10: In a significant judgment, the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has upheld the preventive detention of a man allegedly involved in repeated bovine smuggling activities, observing that the transportation of cattle, including cows, for slaughtering purposes could potentially incite religious hatred, provoke retaliatory violence and disturb public order.
Justice Sanjay Dhar dismissed a habeas corpus petition filed by Aslam Khan, a resident of Narsoo, Udhampur, challenging the detention order issued by the District Magistrate, Udhampur, under the Public Safety Act (PSA) on January 24, 2026.
The petitioner had challenged the detention on the grounds t | |
| | | | Maj Gen Mukesh Sharma on assumption as ADG NCC directorate, Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 10: Theme: ENVISION AND EVOLVE - Empowering Youth, Strengthening NCC, Building the Nation Good morning, ladies and gentlemen.
It is a privilege and an honour to lead the NCC Directorate, Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh, as its Additional Director General.
I look forward to building upon the achievements of my predecessors and contributing to the continued growth and strengthening of the NCC, with renewed focus, fresh ideas and a shared sense of purpose.
Our guiding principles remain Unity and Discipline. Through NCC, we aim to develop confident, disciplined and responsible young citizens with strong leadership qualities and a spirit of service.
My focus will be | |
| | | | MLA Arvind Gupta allocates Rs 24.90 lakh for Radha Krishna Community Hall in Pouni Chak | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 10: MLA Jammu West, Shri Arvind Gupta, today allocated ?24.90 lakh from his Constituency Development Fund (CDF) for the construction of the Radha Krishna Community Hall of Radha Krishna Sewa Parishad at Pouni Chak, Ward No. 32, Jammu West.
The allocation fulfils a long-pending demand of the local residents, who had been seeking a dedicated space for community activities and social functions. Once completed, the community hall will provide a convenient venue for weddings, social gatherings, religious programmes and other important family occasions, including ceremonies held following the demise of a family member.
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Arvind Gupta s | |
| | | | Samba police foils major bovine smuggling attempt; arrets bovine smuggler | | | | Early Times Report
SAMBA, Nov 10: Continuing its drive against bovine smugglers and their propagators, Samba Police has successfully foiled a major bovine smuggling attempt within the jurisdiction of Police Station Ghagwal by arresting a bovine smuggler and rescuing fourteen (14) bovines. The truck used in the illegal transportation of bovines has also been seized.
Acting on information received from reliable sources, a team of Police Station Ghagwal during vehicle checking duty at NHW Naka Tapyal, intercepted a truck bearing registration No. HP73A-4802 which was coming from the Kathua side and moving towards the Samba side. During search and checking, fourteen bovines were found inside | |
| | | | Sakina Itoo inaugurates Rs 1.88 cr NTPHC at Chukar, inspects PHC Sariwarpora | | | | Early Times Report
BARAMULLA, Nov 10: Emphasizing the importance of accessible and quality healthcare facilities at the grassroots level, Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare, Sakina Itoo, today inaugurated the New Type Primary Health Centre (NTPHC) at Chukar, Tangmarg constructed at a cost of Rs 1.88 crore. MLA Gulmarg, Peerzada Farooq Ahmad Shah, was present on the occasion.
Addressing the gathering, the Minister underscored the importance of primary healthcare institutions in strengthening the public healthcare delivery system, particularly in rural and far-flung areas, by ensuring access to essential medical services. She said the newly inaugurated NTPHC would sig | |
| | | | Crime Branch Jammu files chargesheet in Rs 7.92 lakh bank loan fraud case in Samba | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 10: The Crime Branch (EOW) Jammu has filed a chargesheet before the Ld. Munsiff Court Samba against Rahul Sudan S/o Late Vijay Sudan R/o Dhyansar, Bari Brahmana, Samba in case FIR No. 27/2022 U/S 420, 465,467, 468, 471 RPC registered at Police Station Crime Branch (EOW) Jammu. The case involves systematic fraud, forgery and cheating concerning a vehicular term loan obtained through deceptive practices.
The investigation was originated on a written complaint lodged by Nikhil Singh Jamwal, the Branch Manager of Canara Bank, Bari-Brahmana, Samba. The total financial amount involved in the case centers on a term loan of Rs. 7.92 lakh sanctioned to the accused on | |
| | | | Book of memories or political whitewash: Gaurav slams Sonia Gandhi, questions Congress's past | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 10: BJP Spokesperson and Convenor International Affairs, Gaurav Gupta, launched a sharp attack on former Congress president Sonia Gandhi over the release of her memoir Belonging: A Journey of Love, questioning the selective presentation of history and alleging that the Nehru-Gandhi family continues to avoid accountability for the Congress party's controversial political and governance record.
Reacting to the memoir, Gupta said that personal experiences and family memories cannot substitute for an honest examination of the decisions, policies and failures that shaped India's political history.
He said, "Sonia Gandhi may choose to narrate her personal journey | |
| | | | Keshav Chopra releases Devotional Bhajan "Meri Bawa Wali Maa" | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 10: The music video "Mere Bawe Wali Maa" presented by Harsha Films, was officially released at Kotli Bhawan, Rehari, in the presence of distinguished guests and members of the local community.
The event was graced by Keshav Chopra, Chairman of Samvedna Society and Social Activist, as the Chief Guest. Former Councillor Arun Khanna and Advocate Shubham Kaith attended the occasion as Guests of Honour.
Speaking on the occasion, Chief Guest Keshav Chopra appreciated the efforts of the entire team and encouraged young people to channel their energy into positive, creative and productive activities. He emphasised that youth must stay away from drugs and other socia | |
| | | | DC Shopian chairs District-Level Telecom Committee meeting | | | | Early Times Report
SHOPIAN, Nov 10: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Charandeep Singh, today chaired a meeting of the District Level Telecom Committee (DLTC) at the Conference Hall of Mini Secretariat, Shopian to review issues pertaining to telecom infrastructure, connectivity and delivery of uninterrupted telecommunication services across the district.
During the meeting, a detailed deliberations were held on various issues concerning the expansion and strengthening of telecom infrastructure, improvement of network connectivity and addressing challenges faced by telecom service providers in the district.
The Deputy Commissioner stressed the need for close coordination among all concern | |
| | | | Karnah Admin organises Jan Jatiya Gaurav Diwas Programme | | | | Early Times Report
KUPWARA, Nov 10: On the directions of the District Administration Kupwara, the Karnah Administration organised a programme to commemorate Jan Jatiya Gaurav Diwas at Nechiyan village of Tangdar Block.
The programme was presided over by the Naib Tehsildar Tangdar and aimed at promoting awareness about tribal rights, community participation and the effective implementation of the Forest Rights Act (FRA).
On the occasion, the Revenue Department, under the supervision of Naib Tehsildar Tangdar, facilitated the attending people by providing various revenue-related certificates, including income certificates, Domicile certificate and other essential documents, ensuring conve | |
| | | | Department of military affairs successfully completes sixth edition of special campaign | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Nov 10: Department of Military Affairs (DMA) and all establishments under its purview successfully conducted the sixth edition of the Special Campaign from October 2 to 31, 2026, with the active participation of the Defence Forces and Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS).
The cleanliness drive was undertaken at 8,507 campaign sites identified by the Department. In addition, various organisations simplified a total of 324 rules and processes. Disposal and sale of scrap, including electronic waste (e-waste), generated revenue of approximately Rs 89.68 crore. As part of the record management initiative, 5,28,443 physical files were reviewed, of which 16,83 | |
| | | | Orientation programme on FAA examination held in Bandipora | | | | Early Times Report
BANDIPORA, Nov 10: District Administration Bandipora organised an orientation programme for officers and officials deployed for the conduct of the upcoming OMR-based examination for the post of Finance Accounts Assistant (FAA) today at the Conference Hall, Mini Secretariat, Bandipora.
The programme was chaired by Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Bandipora, Zaffar Husson Shawl, and aimed at sensitising Centre Superintendents, invigilators, magistrates and other concerned officials about their duties, responsibilities and examination-related protocols ahead of the examination scheduled to be conducted by the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) on Novemb | |
| | | | Health, ICDS conduct Child Health Screening, Awareness Activities across Bandipora | | | | Early Times Report
BANDIPORA, Nov 10: As part of Janjatiya Gaurav Pakhwada 2026, the Health and ICDS Departments of Bandipora organised a series of health screening, awareness and community outreach activities across the district, focusing on the health, nutrition and overall well-being of children and tribal communities.
Under the Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK), Mobile Health Teams (MHTs) conducted screening of children at Middle School Bakhshibal Baniyari, Government Middle School Aragam, Boys Middle School Tangath and various schools in Sudi, Kilshay and Tulail areas of Gurez. The teams carried out screening for the four Ds-Defects at Birth, Deficiencies, Diseases and Developm | |
| | | | DC inspects progress of ongoing works at GMC Baili | | | | Early Times Report
UDHAMPUR, Nov 10: Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Ananth Dwivedi, today conducted a site visit to the new Government Medical College here at Baili to inspect the ongoing works and review the progress of the project. The DC inspected various components of the project, reviewed the pace of construction and assessed the status of the ongoing works. He directed the concerned agencies to mobilise adequate resources, address bottlenecks and ensure time-bound completion of all remaining components. The GMC Principal was advised to maintain close coordination with the executing agencies and concerned departments and ensure regular monitoring. Executive Engineer Jal Shakti Division | |
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