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| Tricolour symbolises development, heritage and honour, pride and glory of India: Chief Minister | | | | Early Times Report
Lucknow, Aug 9: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday launched the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign in Lucknow. Following this, the Chief Minister led a Tiranga Yatra from the Chief Minister’s residence at 5 Kalidas Marg to Vidhan Bhavan, accompanied by BJP leaders, public representatives, youth, women, artists and people from across the state.
The Chief Minister took selfies with children waving the Tricolour and encouraged them. Vande Mataram was sung collectively at the launch venue. Extending advance greetings to the people on Independence Day, the Chief Minister appealed to everyone to hoist the Tricolour at their homes ahead of the occasion.
He described the Tric | |
| | | | Electoral observer reviews SIR arrangements at Polling Stations | | |  Early Times Report
Chandigah, Aug 9: As per the instructions of the Election Commission of India, Sh. Amit Kumar, IAS, Electoral Observer-cum-Municipal Commissioner, U.T. Chandigarh, visited various polling stations across U.T. Chandigarh to review the arrangements and ongoing electoral activities during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the Electoral Roll.
During the visit, the Electoral Observer reviewed the facilities available at the polling stations and interacted with the Booth | |
| | | | Scholarship distribution Ceremony held | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Aug 9: Shri Amar Kshatriya (Rajput) Sabha, J&K proudly organized a scholarship distribution ceremony at Raj Tilak Bhawan, Purani Mandi, Jammu, where scholarships amounting to Rs 3.20 lakh were distributed among meritorious students from Jammu provionce.
The scholarships are provided annually through the shri Amar Kshatriya Sabha Education Charitable Trust, from the interest earned on the principal amount of the Trust, with the aim of encouraging deserving students | |
| | | | Marathon is not merely a race, but resolve for healthy life: CM Nayab Singh Saini | | |  Early Times Report
Chandigarh, Aug 9: A record number of people carrying the Tricolour participated in the Youth Marathon and Tiranga Yatra at Nuni Sheikhpura Mor in Narnaul. Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini flagged off the event and gave the message of a drug-free society. The Chief Minister himself participated in the 5-km run and encouraged the youth.
Health Minister Arti Singh Rao, MP Dharambir Singh, Narnaul MLA Om Prakash Yadav, Mahendragarh MLA Kanwar Singh Yadav, District Presid | |
| | | | Indian Army brings assistive support to Divyangjan | | | | Early Times Report
Rajouri, Aug 9: In a significant step towards inclusive development and empowerment of border communities, the Indian Army, organised a Distribution Camp for Divyangjan at Bisali, Rajouri, bringing essential assistive aids and the benefits of Government welfare schemes closer to residents of remote and far-flung villages. The camp was organised under the Assistance to Disabled Persons (ADIP) Scheme and Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana (RVY), in coordination with the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India. The initiative reached specially abled persons and eligible senior citizens from border villages of Rajouri, where difficult terrain, distance and lim | |
| | | | Apni Party leaders pay obeisance at Hazrat Nanga Baji Sahib shrine | | |  Early Times Report
Srinagar, Aug 9: Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari, along with several senior party leaders, today paid obeisance at the revered shrine of Syed Ghulam Rasool Shah, popularly known as Hazrat Nanga Baji Sahib, in the Malangam area of north Kashmir’s Bandipora district.
On the occasion, the Apni Party leaders prayed for lasting peace, prosperity, and harmony in Jammu and Kashmir.
During their visit, Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari and the accompanying party leade | |
| | | | KG student Jiyansh Bakshi wins Gold in district-level roller skating championship | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Aug 9: In a proud moment for GD Goenka Toddler House, Vikas Nagar, Jammu, young skater Jiyansh Bakshi S/o Mr. Vikas Bakshi and Meenu Sharma, a KG student, has won the Gold Medal in the Below 6 Years category (Inline) at the 4th District-Level Roller Skating Championship, held at MA Stadium, Jammu.
The championship was organised by the Jammu & Kashmir Roller Skating Association (JKRSA), bringing together young skating enthusiasts from across the district.
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| | | | Jammu police traces missing minor boy, Woman, reunites them with families | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Aug 9: In a prompt and dedicated effort, Jammu Police successfully traced a missing minor boy and a missing woman in two separate cases and reunited them with their respective families after completion of all legal formalities.
In the first case, a minor boy, Kanaya Bali S/o Sanjeev Bali, R/o Bachayal, Tehsil Marh, who had been reported missing in connection with FIR No. 141/2026 dated 04.08.2026 under Section 137(2) BNS at Police Station Kanachak, was successfully traced and reunited with his family.
In another case, a 20-year-old woman, whose missing report had been entered vide DD No. 22 dated 05.08.2026 at Police Station Jhajjar Kotli, was traced by the po | |
| | | | Jodhamal Public School hosts COMFIESTA 2026 | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Aug 9: Jodhamal Public School successfully organized JODHAMAL COMFIESTA 2026, an inter-school financial literacy festival, on 8th August 2026 at the school’s campus. The event aimed to equip young minds with essential financial knowledge and practical exposure to the world of investments, stock markets, and digital finance. The competition featured four engaging event i.e. Turn Around Titans, Traders of Today, Reel and Deal and The DPR Arena.
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| | | | Players are not machines, co-ordination between CoE, team management brilliant: Laxman | | | | Early Times Report
Bengaluru, Aug 9: Putting up a stout defence of BCCI’s Centre of Excellence, its chief VVS Laxman on Sunday said the center should not be blamed for slow recovery of players as cricketers are not “machines” who meet recuperation timelines every time.
Laxman asserted that there is “seamless” coordination between CoE and team management.
Strike bowler Jasprit Bumrah, all-rounders Harshit Rana, Hardik Pandya, Washington Sundar and top-order batter B Sai Sudharsan are some of the players who have been recuperating from their respective injuries at the CoE at present.
“See, CoE is not just a rehab centre, but there are bigger roles to play for it in helping cricketers ac | |
| | | | Central Bank of India organises Tree Plantation Drive on 145th Founder’s Day | | |  Early Times Report
Chandigarh, Aug 9: Central Bank of India, Zonal Office Chandigarh, in collaboration with Chandigarh Police, organised a Tree Plantation Drive at Police Line, Sector 26, Chandigarh, under the Government’s “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” initiative, as part of the Bank’s 145th Founder’s Day celebrations, commemorating the birth anniversary of Shri Sorabji Pochkhanawala, Founder of Central Bank of India. The programme was held under the leadership of Shri S.K. Singh, Zonal Head, Chandig | |
| | | | Indian Army conducted khairiyat patrol, provides medical care | | | | Early Times Report
Ramban, Aug 9: As part of its continuing humanitarian outreach, the Indian Army conducted a Khairiyat Patrol at village Taragan, Tehsil Khari, Ramban, to assess the welfare, healthcare and essential requirements of local residents, particularly the elderly and economically vulnerable.
During the patrol, an Army medical team carried out basic health check-ups and screened residents for common ailments, including hypertension and joint-related problems. Essential medicines were distributed, while residents were also educated about nutrition, personal hygiene and proper medication practices. Cases requiring further medical attention were identified for follow-up at appro | |
| | | | Patriotic fervour marks Tiranga Rally at GLDM GDC Hiranagar under Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign–2026 | | |  Early Times Report
Hiranagar, Aug 8: In continuation of the Independence Day Celebrations–2026, Government Girdhari Lal Dogra Memorial Degree College (GLDM GDC), Hiranagar, organised a vibrant Tiranga Rally as part of the Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign–2026 and the Commemoration of 150 Years of Vande Mataram. The rally marked the commencement of Phase III of the campaign, being observed from August 9 to 17, 2026, and witnessed enthusiastic participation by the college fraternity.
The rally was o | |
| | | | One-Week National Workshop on “Qualitative & Quantitative Data Analysis” Concludes | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 9: The one-week online National Workshop on “Qualitative & Quantitative Data Analysis”, organised by the Postgraduate Department of Commerce, University of Jammu, concluded successfully after five days of intensive academic deliberations and hands-on training aimed at strengthening research methodology and data analysis competencies among scholars, faculty members, and students.
The workshop featured four technical sessions each day and witnessed enthusiastic participation from 81 registered participants from across the country and internationally, including research scholars, postgraduate students, faculty members, and academicians. The participants were e | |
| | | | Indian Army organised motivational lecture by gallantry Awardee at Nuniyal | | | | Early Times Report
Rajouri, Aug 9: The Indian Army organised a motivational lecture by gallantry awardee Honorary Captain Ajeet Singh, Sena Medal, for students of Government Middle School, Nuniyal, Rajouri, with the aim of inspiring young minds through real-life experiences of courage, dedication and perseverance.
During the session, Honorary Captain Ajeet Singh shared valuable experiences from his distinguished service journey and highlighted the importance of discipline, determination, teamwork and a positive attitude in overcoming challenges. He encouraged students to set clear goals, work diligently and remain committed to their education and aspirations. The speaker also emphasised | |
| | | | Dr. Bhardwaj, carries sacred Kalash in Grand ‘Kalash Vandan’ ceremony | | |  Early Times Report
Ramnagar, Aug 9: On the sacred occasion of the 650th Birth Anniversary of Sant Shiromani Shree Guru Ravidas Ji Maharaj, a grand and spiritually inspiring ‘Kalash Vandan’ ceremony was organized in Ramnagar today under the ‘Samrasata Sankalp Abhiyan’, dedicated to spreading the timeless message of equality, social harmony, dignity and brotherhood.
The sacred Kalash, containing holy soil from the revered birthplace of Sant Guru Ravidas Ji Maharaj at Seer Govardhanpur, Varana | |
| | | | ASKPC expresses concern over reported threat letter targeting KP employees | | | |
Early Times Report
JAMMU, Aug 9: The All State Kashmiri Pandit Conference (ASKPC) held an emergency meeting today at the Community Hall, Muthi Phase, Jammu, under the presidentship of Sh. Moti Lal Malla, to express deep concern over the reported circulation of a threatening letter allegedly targeting individuals, their families and specific locations, including Kashmiri Pandit employees serving in the Kashmir Valley.
The meeting expressed serious apprehension over the contents of the reported letter. If found to be genuine, the matter constitutes a grave security concern and a direct challenge to the authority of the Government, the security establishment and the rule of law.
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| | | | Congress leaders pay Tribute to Freedom Fighters on quit India movement anniversary | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Aug 9: District Congress Committee Jammu Urban today organised a solemn programme at Rajeev Bhawan, Shaheedi Chowk, Jammu, to pay heartfelt tributes to the freedom fighters who led and participated in the historic Quit India Movement on Quit India Movement Day, one of the most significant chapters in India’s struggle for independence. The programme was held under the leadership of DCC Jammu Urban President and former Minister, J&K, Yogesh Sawhney, and was attended by Working President JKPCC Raman Bhalla, senior Congress leader Kanta Bhan, PCC Office Incharge Ved Mahajan, Thakur Manmohan Singh and other senior leaders, office bearers and party workers. The partic | |
| | | | NSS Unit of GCET Jammu launches week-long celebrations to commemorate Independence Day | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Aug 9: The NSS Unit of the Government College of Engineering and Technology (GCET), Jammu, has kick-started a week-long series of programmes to commemorate the 80th Independence Day with a host of activities aimed at fostering patriotism, national consciousness, civic responsibility and a deeper understanding of the country’s glorious freedom struggle among students. The programme was organised under the able guidance of the Principal GCET Jammu, Prof. Sameeru Sharma. In her message, Prof. Sharma emphasised the importance of remembering the freedom fighters who made immense sacrifices for the independence of the nation. She said that the younger generation must | |
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