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| Medical Education in Jammu, Kashmir has gained new direction and momentum under Modi govt: Balbir | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 8: Highlighting the unprecedented development in the field of medical education in Jammu & Kashmir, BJP spokesperson and former Vice Chairman, Balbir Ram Rattan said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the central government has given a new direction and momentum to healthcare and medical education. He said that the establishment of medical colleges at the district level in recent years has not only opened new avenues for local youth but has also strengthened healthcare services at the grassroots level.
Balbir Ram Rattan said that earlier, medical education was confined to limited resources, but today, new medical colleges have been est | |
| | | | 3-day divisional-level awareness programme takes off in Udhampur | | | | Early Times Report
UDHAMPUR, Apr 8: A three-day Divisional-Level awareness programme began in Udhampur, with its virtual inauguration by the Chief Minister Jammu & Kashmir, Omar Abdullah, from the Convention Centre Jammu. The programme was jointly organized by the School Education Department in collaboration with the District Administration Udhampur here at Conference Hall, DC Office Complex. Deputy Commissioner Minga Sherpa; Joint Director School Education Udhampur-Reasi Dr. Jagdish Chander Mehra; Assistant Commissioner Revenue Dr. Umesh Shan; Chief Education Officer and other district officers, staff members and students from various educational institutions attended the inaugural sess | |
| | | | 40% increase in Milk Production under Yogi govt, Uttar Pradesh ranks first in the country | | | | Early Times Report
LUCKNOW, Apr 8: Under the leadership of Yogi Adityanath, Uttar Pradesh has achieved a historic milestone in the field of milk production. The state has recorded a 40% increase in milk production compared to earlier levels.
Not only this, Uttar Pradesh has emerged as the strongest milk-producing state, surpassing major dairy-producing states such as Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat and Maharashtra.
Among the country's total milk production, 5 leading states contribute 54%, out of which Uttar Pradesh alone accounts for 16%. This figure clearly reflects the growing strength and robust dairy infrastructure of the state.
During the tenure of Yogi Adityanath, there has be | |
| | | | DC Srinagar conducts comprehensive review of major water supply projects in district | | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Apr 8: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo today chaired a comprehensive meeting here at DC Office to conduct a detailed project-wise review of major water supply projects being implemented under Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) 2.0 aimed at strengthening and augmenting the water supply and quality of water across the district. The Meeting was attended by Chief Planning Officer, Fayaz Ahmad Dar, Superintending Engineer, Er. Ambreen Anjum, Executive Engineer Water Works Division, Aijaz Rafiq, Water Supply Master Plan Division, Muzamil Ahmad, Executive Engineer, I&FC, Executive Engineer, UEED, Executive Engineer, Ground | |
| | | | JSS Shines at IIT Delhi's Techradiance Championship, Wins Honour for Skill-Based Learning | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 8: Jammu Sanskriti School, Jammu, marked an impressive presence at the Techradiance Championship - 10th Edition held at IIT Delhi, earning national recognition for its commitment to skill-based education.
Twelve students of the school, accompanied by their teachers Radhika Handa (PGT- CS) & Anupama Sharma (TGT- Computer), proudly participated in the prestigious championship organized in association with the Entrepreneurship Development Cell, IIT Delhi. The event | |
| | | | CM Yogi Adityanath inaugurates the 6th Uttar Pradesh Agricultural Science Congress 2026 | | |  Early Times Report
LUCKNOW, Apr 8: While inaugurating the 6th Uttar Pradesh Agricultural Science Congress 2026 held in Lucknow, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath presented a comprehensive and forward looking vision for the overall development of the agriculture sector.
He clearly stated, the time has come to take agriculture from production to productivity, from productivity to profitability, and ultimately from profitability to prosperity. The vision of a Atmanirbhar Viksit Bharat will be real | |
| | | | Congress raises questions over conduct of CEO SMVDSB | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 8: Congress has raised serious questions over the insensitive conduct of CEO Mata Vaishnodevi Shrine Board as reflected in video getting viral in public domain and termed him unfit to head the religious body of the revered shrine in the country.
Demanding apology for his religiously insensitive conduct besides immediate shifting from present position of great sanctity for hurting the religious sentiments of people, Senior Congress leaders questioned the crimina | |
| | | | DDC Anantnag convenes Public Durbar at Dooru | | |  Early Times Report
ANANTNAG, Apr 8: To address the concerns and grievances of the local community and ensure efficient public service delivery, the District Development Commissioner (DDC) Anantnag, Dr. Bilal Mohiud Din Bhat today convened a Public Durbar and outreach cum grievance redressal camp, at Rasool Mir Auditorium, Dooru.
The program was attended by ADC, CPO, ACD, CAO, CEO, CAHO, DD Fisheries, ARTO, ALC, BMO, BDOs, CDPO, Exens R&B, PHE & PDD, AEEs, TSWO, EO MC, officials from various o | |
| | | | Chandigarh Gears Up for 8th Poshan Pakhwada | | |  Early Times Report
CHANDIGARH, Apr 8: Under Mission Saksham Anganwadi and POSHAN 2.0, behavioural change at both individual and community levels remains a cornerstone in achieving the vision of a Suposhit Bharat. In this direction, the Jan Andolan has evolved into the POSHAN Abhiyaan, aimed at improving nutritional outcomes across the country.
So far, 15 Jan Andolan campaigns-including 8 Poshan Maah and 7 Poshan Pakhwada-have been successfully organized, significantly enhancing awareness nati | |
| | | | 5 missing persons reunited with their families by J&K police Kathua | | |  Early Times Report
KATHUA, Apr 8: J&K Police Kathua under the overall supervision of SSP kathua Ms. Mohita Sharma IPS reunited five missing persons within the jurisdictional areas of PS Basohli, Bani, Billawar, Kathua & Lakhanpur.
In the first instance, On dated 04/04/2026 one applicant namely Ashraf Hussain S/o Mohd Yousaf R/o Jated Tehsil Basohli District Kathua and lodged a written complaint regarding missing of his wife namely Razia Begum W/o Ashraf Hussain. On receiving complaint a m | |
| | | | DIG Shiv Kumar Sharma holds introductory meeting with GOC in Chief Northern Command | | |  Early Times Report
UDHAMPUR, Apr 8: DIG Udhampur-Reasi Range, called on the General Officer Commanding in Chief, Northern Command at the Northern Command Headquarters, Udhampur. The meeting marked an important step in strengthening coordination between the Police and the Indian Army in the region.
During the interaction, both officers discussed matters related to security cooperation, operational synergy and continued collaboration to ensure peace and stability in the area. The GOC in Chief | |
| | | | Indian Chamber of Commerce Jammu calls on newly appointed DIG | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 8: A delegation of the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC), Jammu Chapter, led by its Chairman, Mr Rahul Sahai, called on the newly appointed Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Jammu, Shri Shridhar Patil (IPS) , to extend a warm welcome and congratulate him on assuming charge of the Jammu range.
During the meeting, the delegation conveyed their best wishes to Shri Shridhar Patil for a successful tenure and expressed confidence in his leadership and administrative capabi | |
| | | | DC Ramban monitors landslide clearance operation at Sherbibi | | |  Early Times Report
RAMBAN, Apr 8: Deputy Commissioner Ramban Mohammad Alyas Khan on Wednesday monitored road clearance operations at Sherbibi, where a huge landslide triggered by heavy rainfall blocked NH-44. The Deputy Commissioner also visited other affected locations to assess the situation and review ongoing restoration works amid continued inclement weather.
The Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by SSP Arun Gupta, SDM Banihal Mohammad Naseeb Bajraan, Dy SP Traffic Surinder Pal Singh, T | |
| | | | J&K's growth hinges on social harmony: Deputy CM Surinder Choudhary | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 8: Senior leader of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference and Deputy Chief Minister of Jammu & Kashmir, Surinder Choudhary, today reiterated that the government led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah is committed to ensuring that the benefits of good governance reach the last person in the remotest corners of Jammu & Kashmir.
He was addressing a Samagam organized to commemorate the Prakash Utsav of Shri Guru Nabha Das Ji Maharaj. The event was organized by the A | |
| | | | Kameshwar Puri assumes charge as ASP Katra | | |  Early Times Report
REASI, Apr 8: Kameshwar Puri, JKPS, has formally assumed the charge as Additional Superintendent of Police (Addl. SP) Katra.
Upon his arrival at the office of Addl. SP Katra, Sh. Kameshwar Puri was accorded a warm welcome by officers and officials of the sub-division. A brief introductory meeting was held where he interacted with the staff and reviewed the functioning of key units under his jurisdiction.
Kameshwar Puri emphasized the importance of professional policing, pu | |
| | | | JMC, Jammu Smart City announce Grand Tawi Mahotsav to celebrate Baisakhi | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 8: Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) and Jammu Smart City Limited, is preparing for the Swachh Tawi Mahotsav, a major celebration of local heritage and environmental care. Organized by the Housing and Urban Development Department, Government of Jammu and Kashmir, this event will be held at the 4th Tawi Bridge to mark Baisakhi. The festival highlights JMC's ongoing work to make Jammu a cleaner and more culturally active city under the Swachh Bharat Mission Urban 2. | |
| | | | Kathua admin hosts live telecast of CM's inaugural address for 3-day awareness programme | | |  Early Times Report
KATHUA, Apr 8: District Administration Kathua today hosted the live telecast of the inaugural ceremony of the Three-Day youth Awareness Programme, an initiative of the School Education Department, formally inaugurated by Chief Minister J&K Omar Abdullah from Convention Centre Jammu.
The live broadcast was arranged here in the Auditorium Hall of Government Degree College (GDC) Women. The Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma presided over the session.
The event was coord | |
| | | | Div Com reviews stocks, supply position of essential commodities in Jammu region | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 8: Divisional Commissioner Jammu Ramesh Kumar today reviewed the supply and stock position of essential commodities across the districts of Jammu Province.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioners and SSPs of all Districts of Jammu division, Controller Legal Metrology-J&K, Director Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Director Health Services, Joint Director Information Jammu, HODs, Senior officers and representatives from School Education, Industri | |
| | | | Rana chairs facilitation programme for tribal livestock beneficiaries at Mendhar | | |  Early Times Report
MENDHAR, Apr 8: Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, today chaired a facilitation programme at Mendhar, organized jointly by the Animal Husbandry and the Tribal Affairs Department.
The event aimed to strengthen the livelihood opportunities among the tribal communities through focused development interventions. It was conducted under the Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) Scheme, a targeted initiative aimed at uplifting the economic | |
| | | | LG, VK Saxena directs age relaxation for ALC candidates in recruitment of Sub-Inspectors in Ladakh Police | | | | Early Times Report
LEH, Apr 8: In a significant move aimed at benefitting aspiring youth, particularly those residing in border areas of Ladakh, Hon'ble Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena, has directed age relaxation to candidates for the upcoming recruitment of 34 posts of Sub-Inspectors in Ladakh Police.
With this decision, the aspiring candidates belonging to areas adjoining the Actual Line of Control (ALC) will get the age relaxation of 5+2 years. As per the Ladakh Police (Subordinate) Service Recruitment Rules, the prescribed age limit for direct recruitment to the posts of Sub-Inspector is 18-28 years. Following this move, candidates up to the a | |
| | | | DM Kishtwar bans use of VPNs across district, cites security concerns | | | |
Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 8: The District Magistrate Kishtwar has imposed a complete ban on the use of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) within the district, citing serious concerns over misuse and threats to public order and national security. According to an order issued under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, the decision follows credible inputs suggesting that certain individuals and groups were using VPNs to bypass lawful cyber restrictions and access prohibited digital platforms. The order, issued by District Magistrate Pankaj Kumar Sharma (JKAS), states that such activities could be exploited for unlawful and anti-national purposes, including sp | |
| | | | Ramban Police Act Against Public Nuisance, 4 Offenders Sentenced to Community Service | | | | Early Times Report
BANIHAL, Apr 8: On 21-03-2026, a police party from Police Post Neel was deputed on routine patrolling duty. During patrolling, when the team reached near Gaguni Neel Market they found four individuals creating nuisance in an intoxicated condition, thereby causing inconvenience to the general public and partially obstructing the smooth flow of traffic.
Acting promptly, the police party intervened and apprehended the individuals. During enquiry, they disclosed their identities as, 1. Amir Ahmed Khan S/o Ghulam Mohi-ud-Din, R/o Zanihal, Banihal, Tehsil Banihal, District Ramban 2. Mubashar Ahmed S/o Faiz Ahmed, R/o Zanihal, Banihal, Tehsil Banihal, District Ramban,3. Aqil H | |
| | | | Railways account for 28-30% of freight movement, well below global benchmarks: ASSOCHAM | | | | Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Apr 8: Railways account for 28 to 30 per cent of freight movement, which is significantly lower than global benchmarks, indicating substantial headroom for growth, according to a joint report released by the industry body, the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM), and business consultancy firm ASCELA.
The report, titled "Future Ready Railways for Viksit Bharat," added that as India targets 3,000 million tonnes of freight capacity by 2030, the sector is witnessing accelerated transformation, driven by initiatives such as Dedicated Freight Corridors and near-complete electrification, enhancing both efficiency and sustainability.
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