Top Stories
|
|
|
| Want to transform J&K into national hub for knowledge, culture, creativity: LG Sinha | | Attends Chinar Book Festival, congratulates National Book Trust, organizers for their commendable work | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, July 18: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha today attended the third edition of Chinar Book Festival in Srinagar today. The Lieutenant Governor congratulated the National Book Trust and the organizers for their commendable work.
“This festival is more than just an event. It is a movement to build a vibrant community of readers, writers, and thinkers. Our goal is to transform Jammu Kashmir into a national hub for knowledge, culture, and creativity. I hope this boo | |
| | | | J&K parties split over NC’s statehood protest | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, July 18: Sharp political divisions have emerged among regional parties in Jammu and Kashmir ahead of the National Conference’s proposed protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on July 20, with the Congress extending support, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) laying down conditions for participation, and the Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Conference (JKPC), Apni Party and Awami Ittehad Party (AIP) deciding to stay away.
The National Conference, led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, has called the protest to press for the immediate restoration of full statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. The party has invited leaders of all regional political parties to join the demonstrati | |
| | | | Kargil power struggle deepens as NC expels CEC Akhoon after BJP-backed show of strength | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, July 18: In a dramatic escalation of the political crisis in Ladakh’s Kargil district, the National Conference (NC) on Saturday expelled Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC)-Kargil Chief Executive Councillor (CEC) Mohammad Jaffer Akhoon from the party’s primary membership for six years, citing anti-party activities and indiscipline. The action comes just four days after Akhoon retained control of the 30-member LAHDC-Kargil by securing the support of tw | |
| | | | Adverse Weather Forecast: Amarnath Yatra to remain suspended from today | | Amarnath Yatra 2026 | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, July 18: In view of inclement weather forecast issued by India Meteorological Department (IMD), Shri AmarnathjiYatra shall remain temporarily suspended from both the Pahalgam and Baltal routes with effect from July 19, (Sunday) as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety and well-being of the pilgrims.
“In view of the forecast of inclement weather over the next few days and considering the safety and well-being of the pilgrims, Shri Amarnathji Yatra shall remain temporarily suspended fromboth Pahalgam and Baltal routes with effect from 19.07.2026. Accordingly, no onward movement of pilgrimswill be permitted from the Baltal and Nunwan/ Chandanwari base c | |
| | | | Fresh batch of over 3,600 pilgrims arrive in Kashmir | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, July 18: A fresh batch of more than 3,600 Shri Amarnath Yatra pilgrims left from the Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas base camp in Jammu on Saturday for the twin base camps of the cave shrine in South Kashmir Himalayas amid tight security arrangements.
Officials said that 3,632 pilgrims left the Jammu base camp early this morning in a fleet of 148 vehicles comprising Light Motor and Heavy Motor Vehicles.
The batch comprised 1,008 pilgrims for Baltal and 2,624 for Pahalgam. They left for the pilgrimage under a multi-layered security grid, with coordinated arrangements by the civil administration, police, security forces and the Shri Amarnath Shrine Board to ensure | |
| | | | Drug peddler’s properties worth Rs 3 cr demolished in Jammu | | | 
Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 18: Jammu and Kashmir authorities on Saturday demolished several illegally constructed structures, including houses built with proceeds of the narcotics trade in Jammu, officials said.
The demolition drive in Nikki Tawi and Bishnash areas was jointly carried out by the Jammu district administration and police, the officials said
They said the teams demolished illegal properties worth a cumulative Rs 3 crore linked to drug trafficking, besides recovering h | |
| | | | 5 Kgs heroin worth over Rs 25 crore seized in Poonch | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, July 18: In one of the biggest narcotics recoveries along the Line of Control (LoC) in recent years, the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) on Saturday seized five kilograms of high-grade heroin smuggled from across the border in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch, officials said.
The seizure was made during a meticulously planned anti-drug operation in village Kosalyain, a forward village in Haveli tehsil, close to the LoC, they said.
The heroin, which had been smuggled fr | |
| | | | Zero tolerance against terrorism not merely statement for India: Rajnath Singh | | |  Early Times Report
New Delhi, July 18: Backed by a major boost in indigenous defence production, India is rapidly emerging as a credible global security partner, expanding its strategic footprint from the Indian Ocean to the Indo-Pacific, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Saturday.
In an address at an event, Singh, sending a firm message to Pakistan, said New Delhi has clearly articulated its perspective on terrorism before the entire world and added that “zero tolerance against terro | |
| | | | PM Modi speaks to Skyroot Aerospace Team | | Congratulates them on success of India’s 1st Private Rocket | |  Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, July 18: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday spoke to the team of Skyroot Aerospace, which spearheaded India’s first privately developed orbital rocket Vikram-1, and termed it a defining moment in India’s space journey.
Modi also said the growing participation of India’s private sector is opening new frontiers and accelerating innovation.
“Spoke to the team of Skyroot Aerospace and congratulated them on the successful launch of Vikram-1. This is a defini | |
| | | | LG congratulates Team Skyroot Aerospace | | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, July 18: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today extended his heartiest congratulations to Team Skyroot Aerospace following the successful maiden orbital launch of Vikram-1.
In his congratulatory message, the Lieutenant Governor has said:
“Heartiest congratulations to Team Skyroot Aerospace on the successful maiden orbital launch of Vikram-1. This historic achievement is a proud moment for the nation and reflects Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji’s vision of strengthening India’s space sector through innovation and private enterprise. I applaud Team Skyroot for their pioneering spirit and dedication. May this remarkable success inspire our | |
| | | | Heavy rain alert issued for J&K | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 18: The Meteorological Department Srinagar has forecast generally hot and humid weather for Jammu and Kashmir on July 18, followed by a wet spell with heavy to extremely heavy rain in parts of the region from July 19 to 23 A MeT official said that, July 18 will remain generally hot and humid with brief spells of rain or intense thundershower at scattered places towards late afternoon and late night or morning hours.
From July 19 to 23, the weather will remain generally cloudy with few spells of rain and thundershower at most places. The Met department has warned of heavy rain, brief intense heavy showers and torrential rain at a few districts of J&K durin | |
| | | | Srinagar records hottest day of season | | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, July 18: Srinagar witnessed its hottest day of the season on Saturday as the maximum temperature soared to 35.9 degrees Celsius, bringing intense heat across the Kashmir Valley and leaving residents grappling with unusually warm weather The sharp rise in temperature marks the highest daytime temperature recorded in Srinagar so far this summer. The prevailing heatwave-like conditions prompted people to remain indoors during peak afternoon hours, while parks, markets, and other public places witnessed reduced activity due to the scorching weather.
Health experts have advised people to stay well-hydrated, avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, and take n | |
| | | | Bovine smuggler among 2 detained under PSA | | | 
Early Times Report
Jammu, July 18: Two persons, including an alleged bovine smuggler, were detained under the stringent Public Safety Act (PSA) in Rajouri and Kathua districts of Jammu and Kashmir, police said on Saturday. The PSA is an administrative law that allows detention without charge or trial for up to two years in some cases.
Mohd Mustafa, a resident of the Thanamandi area of Rajouri, was detained for his persistent involvement in illegal bovine smuggling activities, a police sp | |
| | | | Army opens fire after observing suspicious movement along LoC | | | | Early Times Report
RAJOURI/JAMMU, July 18: Army troops opened fire after noticing a suspicious movement along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Saturday.
The small arms firing was reported from the Tarkundi forward area around 10 pm on Friday and continued for nearly one-and-a-half hours.
However, there were no reports of any casualties, the officials said.
They said the troops guarding the border saw suspicious movement of suspected terrorists, prompting the firing. This was followed by retaliatory small arms fire from across the border.
A search operation was launched on Saturday morning to ascertain the presence of any in | |
| | | | Kashmir schools summer vacation extension under consideration: Itoo | | |  Early Times Report
Kulgam, July 18: Jammu and Kashmir Minister for Education, Health and Medical Education, and Social Welfare, Sakina Itoo on Saturday said that the government will take a final decision on the possible extension of the ongoing summer vacation only after a thorough assessment of the prevailing situation. Speaking to reporters during her visit to DH Pora in south Kashmir’s Kulgam district, the Education Minister said the administration is closely monitoring weather condition | |
| | |
|
|
| |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|