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| CM approves Rs 9.60 cr multi-level car parking project for Ganderbal | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 25: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has accorded administrative approval for the construction of a Multi-Level Car Parking facility at Ganderbal at an estimated cost of Rs 9.60 crore. The project is aimed at addressing increasing traffic congestion and enhancing urban infrastructure in the fast-growing town.
The approval has been granted under the Capex Budget 2026–27 in favour of the Director, Urban Local Bodies, Kashmir. The project will be executed in accordance with approved technical specifications and codal procedures to ensure quality, efficiency and timely completion.
The proposed facility is expected to significantly decongest the busy market areas | |
| | | | Infighting in Cong likely to intensify after promotion of “dissidents” Karan, Vikar | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Apr 25: Infighting within the Congress in Jammu and Kashmir is set to intensify following the elevation of previously “disowned” party leader Karan Bhagat as National Coordinator of the Scheduled Caste (SC) wing, a move widely seen as emboldening dissident voices within the party.
The development comes close on the heels of another significant decision by the Congress high command, which appointed senior leader and dissident Vikar Rasool Wani as an All India Congress Committee (AICC) observer for the party’s Sangathan Srijan Abhiyan in Delhi.
On March 17, AICC General Secretary (Organisation) K. C. Venugopal named Wani as an observer for the organisational cam | |
| | | | Jammu sizzles at 39.5 C amid heatwave | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 25: Jammu sweltered on Saturday as heatwave conditions gripped the plains, with the city recording a high of 39.5 degrees Celsius 5.1 notches above normal, officials said.
The minimum temperature in the city also remained above average at 22.8 degrees Celsius, 2.0 degrees above normal, a meteorological department spokesperson said.
Katra town, the base camp for pilgrims visiting the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine atop Trikuta hills in Reasi district, also witnessed a sharp rise in temperatures, recording a maximum of 36 degrees Celsius, 6.2 degrees above normal, while the minimum temperature settled at 23.0 degrees Celsius, 5.4 degrees above normal.
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| | | | Intermittent rains lash Kashmir | | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, Apr 25: Intermittent rains lashed most parts of Kashmir on Saturday, bringing relief from the heatwave conditions, even as the Meteorological Department forecast another spell of wet weather early next week, officials said.
Overnight, the plains of Kashmir, including the summer capital Srinagar, experienced continuous rain that persisted until late morning on Saturday. There were also reports of light snowfall in Zojila Pass.
As the weather improved in the afternoon, the rain brought down temperatures, alleviating the heatwave that had been prevalent in the valley over the past few days.
Srinagar recorded a maximum temperature of 28.1 degrees Celsius on Fr | |
| | | | IMD issues heatwave advisories as temperatures soar | | | | Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Apr 25: With temperatures rising across several regions, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) released detailed heatwave guidelines and advisories, officials said on Saturday.
These include avoiding prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, especially during peak afternoon hours, staying adequately hydrated, wearing light and breathable clothing, and avoiding strenuous outdoor activities during high-temperature periods.
The IMD advised special care for vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly, and individuals with pre-existing health conditions. “The department emphasised that early awareness and preventive action are critical in reducing heat-rel | |
| | | | Former Judges reservoir of wisdom: CJI | | | | Early Times Report
JAIPUR, Apr 25: Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant on Saturday said the judiciary and its allied institutions enjoy deep public trust and it is their responsibility to preserve and strengthen this faith.
Addressing a programme organised by the Association of Retired Judges (Rajasthan Chapter) here, he likened former judges to ‘baoris’ (stepwells), describing them as a reservoir of wisdom that can guide the system during challenging times.
“Just as stepwells store water during the rains and serve people in times of scarcity, retired judges are a valuable resource for us. In situations of difficulty — be it in Lok Adalats, arbitration or advisory roles — we look | |
| | | | GOC Rising Star Corps reviews operational preparedness | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 25: The General Officer Commanding, Rising Star Corps, Lieutenant General Rajan Sharawat, on Saturday reviewed operational preparedness in the Jammu and Samba districts of Jammu and Kashmir.
“The GOC Rising Star Corps reviewed the operational preparedness of troops in Jammu and Samba,” the Rising Star Corps said in a post on X.
The Jammu and Samba districts are notably situated close to the International Border.
He lauded their high state of operational readiness, professionalism, and resolute dedication | |
| | | | Digital devices recovered from inside Srinagar Central Jail | | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, Apr 25: The Counter Intelligence wing of J&K Police on Saturday recovered various digital communication devices and incriminating material from inside Srinagar Central Jail while conducting searches in a terror-linked case, the officials said.
The case is registered under various sections of the erstwhile Indian Penal Code and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).
Acting on credible inputs indicating the presence of suspicious digital signatures within the Central Jail premises, search operations were conducted across multiple blocks and barracks in close coordination with jail authorities, the officials said.
The Counter Intelligence Kashmir (C | |
| | | | PDD recruitment fraud exposed | | EOW chargesheets accused over fake documents scam | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Apr 25: Uncovering a major fraud in the Power Development Department, the Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Crime Branch Kashmir has filed a chargesheet before the Anti-Corruption Court Baramulla against multiple accused for allegedly securing government employment through forged appointment orders and fabricated service records.
Spokesperson in a statement, The Economic Offences Wing (EOW), Srinagar, of the Crime Branch J&K has filed a chargesheet in FIR No. 46/2023 before the Hon’ble Anti-Corruption Court, Baramulla, against Nasir Ahmad Mir of Kunan Babagund, Bandipora; Mushtaq Ahmad Malik of Aragam, Bandipora (a government employee in KPDCL); and a deceased | |
| | | | 11 drug licenses suspended in Kulgam | | | | Early Times Report
KULGAM, Apr 25: Continuing its intensified enforcement drive under the 100-day Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, the Drug Control Authority Kulgam carried out extensive raids and inspections across the district, including Kulgam town, Pahloo, Devsar, and far-flung areas such as D.K. Marg, Qazigund, Frisal, Kadder, Behibagh, and Tengjan.
During the inspections, 11 licenses were suspended, while several establishments were issued show-cause notices and some sealed for violating provisions of the Drugs & Cosmetics Act, 1940.
The enforcement drive was conducted in close coordination with the police, including PS Behibagh, PS Kulgam, PS Qaimoh, PS Qazigund, and PS Devsar, to ens | |
| | | | Govt reconstitutes Niti Aayog | | | | Early Times Report
New Delhi, Apr 25: The government has reconstituted the Niti Aayog, appointing Ashok Kumar Lahiri as vice chairman and five full-time members, including economist K V Raju, Director of AIIMS M Srinivas and Abhay Karandikar, Secretary, Department of Science and Technology.
Making the announcement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished a productive and impactful tenure to Lahiri and the new full-time members, including scientist Gobardhan Das and former cabinet secretary Rajiv Gauba.
“The Government has reconstituted the NITI Aayog. My best wishes to Shri Ashok Kumar Lahiri Ji on becoming the Vice Chairman. My best wishes also to Shri Rajiv Gauba Ji, Prof. K. V. Raju Ji, | |
| | | | J&K Police attach Rs 3.5 cr properties | | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Apr 25: The Jammu and Kashmir Police on Saturday has attached properties valued at Rs 3.5 crores belonging to narcotics smugglers here, officials said.
The action follows the police’s intensified crackdown against Drug trafficking and under the aegis of the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan, the spokesperson said.
Sangam police station attached two immovable properties linked to the two accused — Shakeel Ahmad Ganie and Farooq Ahmad Mir, both residents of Noorbagh’s Kreshbal area — under Section 68F of the NDPS Act, the spokesperson said.
The police attached a double-storey residential house along with one kanal of land belonging to Ganie, valued | |
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