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| Speaker J&K LA addresses 86th AIPOC 2026 at Lucknow | | |  Early Times Report
LUCKNOW, Jan 20: Speaker, Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, today addressed the 86th All India Presiding Officers Conference (AIPOC) 2026 at Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
Abdul Rahim Rather spoke on the "Accountability of the Legislature towards the people" to improve mechanisms for the legislature to be more responsive and accountable to citizens.
The Speaker, while addressing the conference, mentioned verses from Manusmriti and Quran, saying that ac | |
| | | | J&K Bank Net Profit jumps over 10% YoY for Q3 | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Jan 20: J&K Bank today announced healthy financial results for the October-December quarter (Q3 FY 25-26), with net profit rising by 18.7% Quarter-on-Quarter and 10.4% year-on-year (YoY) to Rs 586.73 Cr when compared to Rs 531.51 Cr recorded during the same period last fiscal.
The Bank's Board of Directors approved the numbers for the quarter and nine-months during a meeting held today at the Bank's Divisional Office in Jammu.
Meanwhile, the Bank's net profit for | |
| | | | SSP Jammu reviews security arrangements at Mathwar | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 20: Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Jammu, Joginder Singh, JKPS, accompanied by SP Rural Jammu Brijesh Sharma, SDP Akhnoor, Dy.SP Traffic Rural, and SHO Gharota, today visited Baba Ballo Ji Temple, Mathwar, to review the security and traffic arrangements put in place for the forthcoming Basant Panchami festival.
During the visit, SSP Jammu issued necessary directions to the concerned officers to ensure adequate security deployment, effective traffic managem | |
| | | | DC Ramban reviews progress of Power Sector Schemes | | |  Early Times Report
RAMBAN, Jan 20: Deputy Commissioner Ramban, Mohammad Alyas Khan, today reviewed the implementation of the power sector schemes here at a meeting attended by Engineers of the Jammu Power Distribution Corporation Limited (JPDCL), along with representatives from executing agencies and vendors engaged in the implementation of flagship power sector initiatives. The Deputy Commissioner reviewed the progress of works undertaken under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), | |
| | | | Vohra, journalist, information veterans pay tributes to Thakur Singh | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 20: Former Governor, J&K and Chairman of Tribune Trust N. N. Vohra was among a large number of noted media persons who paid tributes to Thakur Singh, former senior officer of Information Deptt and Head of Public Relations wing of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board at a shradhanjali samaroh, organised by the Jammu Information Veterans (Association of Retired Information Officers, Jammu) at Jammu Press Club today. Thakur Singh passed away on 16th January due to he | |
| | | | Pradeep Sharma lauded VB G RAM G law | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 20: BJP District Jammu South Publicity Secretary Pardeep Sharma has said that it is related to VB G_RAM_G (Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Employment and Livelihood Mission Rural). This new law was passed by the Parliament in December 2025 and implemented atter the President's approval.
It replaces the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, which was running since 2005. This law focuses on making rural employment strong, transparent and productive | |
| | | | Piping ceremony of Constables who were promoted to the rank of Selection Grade Constables held | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 20: Piping ceremony of Constables who were promoted to the rank of Selection Grade Constables on 12.01.2026 was held during an impressive ceremonial function at SDPO Office Akhnoor.
The promoted officials were decorated with their new ranks by Sh. Brijesh Sharma, JKPS, SDPO Akhnoor, SHO Akhnoor, SHO Gharota, IC BPP Garkhal. The promoted officials were SGCTs/L.SGCTs are Vijay Kumar, Sanjay Kumar, Zeenat Bibi, Sushil Kumar, Bandna Sharma, Rahul Sharma.
On the occa | |
| | | | DC Doda inaugurates 3-day Mobile Passport Van Service Camp | | |  Early Times Report
DODA, Jan 20: As part of its Public Outreach initiative aimed at improving citizen services, the Regional Passport Office (RPO) Jammu under the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, today launched a three-day Mobile Passport Van Service Camp at DC office Complex Doda.
Deputy Commissioner Harvinder Singh formally inaugurated the camp in the presence of Additional Deputy Commissioner, Anil Thakur; Chief planning Officer, Munish Manhas; Section Officer, MEA, GOI S | |
| | | | Samba police solved blind murder case, accused arrested | | |  Early Times Report
SAMBA, Jan 20: District Police Samba has successfully solved a blind murder case registered at Police Station Bari Brahmana and arrested accused person.
On 07.01.2026, an information was received through reliable sources at PS Bari Brahmana that one dead body of an unknown person was lying at Lane No. 07, Phase-II, near Quality Casting Factory, Industrial area Bari Brahmana who has been murdered by some unknown person.
Taking cognizance into the matter, a case FIR No. 30/2 | |
| | | | Nitin Nabin will infuse fresh energy and direction into the party: CM Yogi | | |  Early Times Report
LUCKNOW, Jan 20: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath met the newly elected National President of the Bharatiya Janata Party, Nitin Nabin, in New Delhi and extended his congratulations, wishing him a successful and impactful tenure. On Tuesday, the Chief Minister presented a bouquet to the new National President at the BJP office. The CM congratulated and wished him the very best for a successful tenure through a post on his social media platform, X.
In his social media post, the | |
| | | | Power Sector Leaders Convene in Chandigarh to Kickstart Momentum for Bharat Electricity Summit 2026 | | |  Early Times Report
CHANDIGARH, Jan 20: In a major push toward India's energy future, a high-profile roadshow was held in Chandigarh yesterday to appraise vendors and technocrats of the upcoming Bharat Electricity Summit 2026. The summit, scheduled for March 19-22, 2026, at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi, is set to be one of the world's largest electricity-focused platforms. Under the theme "Electrifying Growth. Empowering Sustainability. Connecting Globally," the event will host over 25,000 visitors a | |
| | | | Dr Anila Singh Charak awarded | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU/COLOMBO, Jan 20: Dr Anila Singh Charak a renowned poetess Gazalkar and Vyangyakar has been conferred upon with Srilanka Bharat Hindi Gaurav Samman in Srilanka Colombo for her unmatched contributions in the field of literature, the award was presented to her by Director of High Commission Colombo Ankuran Datta and director of swami Vivekanand cultural centre Dr Atila Kothwala and Dr Neeta Subhashini.
Her book “Bare foot in the sand of life” (compilation of English poet | |
| | | | GCW Gandhinagar Rangers bring laurels at first National Rover-Ranger Jamboree in Chhattisgarh | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 20: The Rangers of Government College for Women (GCW), Gandhinagar brought pride to the institution and the Union Territory by participating with distinction in the First National Rover-Ranger Jamboree held in Chhattisgarh from 9th to 13th January, 2026.
Three Rangers-Avneet Kour, Radhika Devi, and Shiksha Sharma-represented the college at this national-level event, which aimed to promote leadership, discipline, social responsibility, and national integration amo | |
| | | | | | | NDPS conviction secured by Udhampur police against inter-state accused | | | | Early Times Report
UDHAMPUR, Jan 20: The case pertains to FIR No. 51/2025 under Sections 8/15 of the NDPS Act of Police Station Majalta wherein on 25-06-2025, during checking at Sunal area under the jurisdiction of PS Majalta, the police team apprehended accused Ashok Kumar S/o Ranjeet Kumar R/o Nangal Bhor, Pathankot.
During checking, poppy straw was recovered from the Truck bearing Registration No. RJ09GD-1984, leading to the registration of the case and initiation of investigation.
A prompt investigation led by SI Firdous Ahmed ensured that all legal procedures were completed on time and the charge-sheet was filed before the Hon'ble Court.
After the due course of trial, the JMIC Cour | |
| | | | SC agrees to examine if ED can file petition before HCs under Article 226 as juristic person | | | | Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Jan 20: The Supreme Court on Tuesday agreed to examine whether the Enforcement Directorate can file a writ petition before high courts under Article 226 of the Constitution for enforcement of its rights as a 'juristic person'.
A juristic person is a non-human legal entity recognised by the law and entitled to rights and duties in the same way as a human being. A bench of Justices Dipankar Datta and Satish Chandra Sharma issued notice to the agency on appeals filed by Kerala and Tamil Nadu governments challenging an order passed by the Kerala High Court which upheld the ED's locus to file writ petitions under Article 226.
Article 226 refers to power of high c | |
| | | | Rajouri police arrest drug peddler in Rajouri | | | |
Early Times Report
RAJOURI, Jan 20: A Police Party of Police Station Rajouri while on routine patrolling duty near Salani Bridge Rajouri apprehended one person who attempted to conceal his presence on noticing the police patrolling party. During questioning the individual disclosed his identity as: Mushtafa Manzoor S/o Manzoor Hussain R/o Dhanidhar Rajouri. During his personal search the police recovered 7.07 grams of heroin-like narcotic substance from his possession. In this regard a Case FIR No. 31/2026 under relevant sections of the NDPS Act has been registered at Police Station Rajouri and the accused has been arrested. Further investigation is underway to trace the forward and back | |
| | | | DC Budgam chairs DTC meeting to review Telecom Infrastructure issues | | | | Early Times Report
BUDGAM, Jan 20: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Dr. Bilal Mohi-ud-Din Bhat, today chaired a meeting of the District Telecom Committee (DTC) to review issues related to the installation of mobile towers and overall telecom infrastructure development in the district. The meeting focused on addressing public grievances, streamlining inter-departmental coordination, and facilitating the expeditious implementation of telecom projects, including the USOF 4G Saturation Project in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. During the meeting, the DC emphasized the importance of robust telecom connectivity for governance, emergency services, education and economic activities.
He | |
| | | | Kathua admin hosts grand Vande Mataram recitation | | | | Early Times Report
KATHUA, Jan 20: District Administration Kathua today organised a mass recitation of the National Song here at the Sports Stadium. The mega event was organized as part of Phase-II of the 150th year celebration of the National Song Vande Mataram. The programme witnessed overwhelming participation.
Hundreds of students from the schools and colleges, besides contingents from the Police and Paramilitary Forces turned up in large numbers to take part in the mass recitation of Vande Mataram. As the recitation commenced in unison, the entire stadium was filled with the patriotic fervour, spirit of unity, sacrifice and pride in the nation.
The participants also raised spirited | |
| | | | No Migration from UP Now, It's the Era of Reverse Migration | | | | Early Times Report
LUCKNOW, Jan 20: Uttar Pradesh, which was once counted among states from where people migrated for employment, is today presenting a new model of employment generation, industrial development and social security under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. In the past nearly nine years, the impact of Yogi government's policies is now clearly visible on the ground. Where earlier youth and workers were forced to leave the state for employment, now sufficient opportunities are available near their homes for them. There is no compulsion now to leave the state for employment, education, health and security. Youth and workers who had gone out of the state earlier ar | |
| | | | Governor Prof Ashim Kumar Ghosh to Hoist National Flag in Panchkula, CM Nayab Singh Saini in Gurugram | | | |
Early Times Report
CHANDIGARH, Jan 20: The Haryana Government has issued the schedule of dignitaries who will hoist the National Flag and preside over Republic Day celebrations on 26th January, 2026 at district and subdivision levels across the state. The 'At Home' programme will be held at Lok Bhawan, Chandigarh. The National Flag will be hoisted at 10.00 a.m. at all divisions, districts, sub-divisions, tehsils and other prominent places across the State. According to a letter issued by the Chief Secretary's Office, the Governor Haryana, Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh will hoist the National Flag at Panchkula, while Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini will preside over the Republic Day function a | |
| | | | IBM-ICT Academy Sponsored Data Analytics Training Program Commences | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Jan 20: On January 20th 2026, Govt. Maulana Azad Memorial College, Jammu today started a Data Analytics training program for sixty one (61) final-year graduate students of the Computer stream under a prestigious industry-academia initiative supported by IBM in collaboration with ICT Academy. The training program, offered free of cost, is part of IBM's nationwide Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative aimed at enhancing the employability of graduating youth across India.
The 42-hour Data Analytics course is designed to provide a balanced blend of theory and hands-on learning. The program structure includes 16 hours of self-learning through IBM's Skill | |
| | | | High-level meeting held to strengthen trade and agricultural cooperation between Tanzania and Haryana | | | | Early Times Report
CHANDIGARH, Jan 20: A high-level meeting was held under the chairpersonship of Principal Secretary, Haryana Foreign Cooperation and Civil Aviation Department, Amneet P. Kumar, to promote trade between Tanzania and Haryana. The meeting involved discussions with traders and progressive farmers on the possibilities of increasing farmers' income through agricultural activities in Tanzania. Advisor to the Chief Minister (Foreign Cooperation Department), Pawan Choudhary, was also present during the meeting.
During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on the potential demand for agricultural machinery in Tanzania, crop selection suitable for different regions, opportuni | |
| | | | Labour Minister Sond launches Handbook on BoCW Schemes and Procedures | | | | Early Times Report
CHANDIGARH, Jan 20: The Punjab Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (BoCW) organized an awareness programme for stakeholders of the Labour Department, during which a Handbook on BoCW Schemes and Procedures was formally launched by Labour Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond. The programme aimed to create awareness about BoCW schemes, procedures, and timelines, and to promote a worker-friendly approach for timely assistance to construction workers. A panel discussion on labour reforms was also held, focusing on implementation challenges and field-level experiences. The discussion also covered procedural alignment of BoCW schemes under the new Labour Codes, with | |
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