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| After filing chargesheet, police move Interpol against doctor | | ‘White Collar’ Terror Module Case | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Apr 18: After filing a chargesheet against ten accused in the infamous “doctors’ terror module,” the Jammu and Kashmir Police has initiated steps to secure the arrest of another key accused, reaching out to Interpol for international assistance.
Police sources said that a proposal has already been sent to Interpol for the issuance of a Red Corner Notice against Dr Muzaffar, a resident of Kulgam district, who is believed to be involved in the interstate terror module busted in October 2025 in Faridabad, Haryana.
Dr Muzaffar is the brother of Dr Adil Rather, who was earlier arrested after an AK-47 rifle was recovered from his locker at Government Medical College, Anantnag. Notably, Dr Muzaffar had left his job at the same institution in October 2024.
Investigations revealed that his name surfaced during the interrogation of other arrested accused. Officials said he was part of a group of doctors who travelled to Türkiye in 2021 along with Muzammil Ganaie ... | |
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| CM reviews progress of work on LD Hospital Extension Block | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Apr18: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inspected the ongoing construction of the Extension Block at Government Lalla Ded Hospital and conducted a comprehensive review of the project’s progress, execution strategy and infrastructure development. The upcoming facility, being developed at the premier maternity care hospital, is designed as a dedicated Infertility and
Gynaecological Oncology Centre and will significantly strengthen specialised maternal and neona... | |
| | | | Rajouri district sensitive, prone to cross-border drug smuggling: LG Sinha | | Joins Padyatra, says determined to dismantle drug trade, liberate society from addiction | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Apr 18: The Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today joined Padyatra and addressed a public rally in Rajouri under Drug-Free J&K campaign.
The Lieutenant Governor observed that border district Rajouri is sensitive and prone to cross-border drug smuggling.
“But we are determined to crush these challenges, dismantle the drug trade and liberate society from addiction. From April 11, J&K Police had launched a relentless crackdown in Jammu Division. More than 45 FIRs... | |
| | | | LG inaugurates Dr Raj Kumar Thapa Memorial, Museum, Library | | | | Early Times Report
RAJOURI, Apr 18: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha dedicated a Memorial, Museum, and Library in Rajouri to honor the lasting legacy of martyr ADDC Dr. Raj Kumar Thapa.
Dr. Raj Kumar Thapa attained martyrdom in unprovoked shelling by Pakistan during Operation Sindoor.
The Lieutenant Governor paid tribute to Dr. Thapa, recalling his selfless service and steadfast dedication to public welfare.
“This memorial will inspire generations to come,” he said.
The event also featured a documentary on Dr. Thapa's life.
Family members of Dr Raj Kumar Thapa and senior officials of security forces, police and civil administration were also present.
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| | | | Govt steps in, takes over 58 JeI/FAT-linked schools | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Apr 18: In a significant move, the government on Saturday ordered the takeover of the management committees of 58 schools found to be linked to the banned organisation Jamaat-e-Islami (JeI) and its affiliate, Falah-e-Aam Trust (FAT).
Officials said the order was issued by the Secretary of the School Education Department (SED), following notifications by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, which declared Jamaat-e-Islami Jammu and Kashmir an unlawful organisation under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967.
According to official sources, intelligence agencies have recently identified 58 functional schools with direct or indirect links to ... | |
| | | | Admin launches QR code-based identification system for all tourism stakeholders in Pahalgam | | | | Early Times Report
PAHALGAM, Apr 18: The authorities in Jammu and Kashmir have introduced a unique QR code-based identification system for all tourism service providers for the safety of tourists in Pahalgam, which was rocked by a deadly attack last year orchestrated by Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists.
The system enables easy identification and verification of genuine and registered service providers, including pony-ride operators, hawkers, business establishments, as well as outside vendors, officials said.
The initiative is seen as a major step by the authorities to restore the confidence of those visiting the popular tourist resort in Anantnag district that was shaken by the brutal terro... | |
| | | | 4 terror suspects planning attack, arrested; IED seized | | | | Early Times Report
NEW DELHI, Apr 18: Delhi Police has arrested four “radicalised” men from Maharashtra, Odisha and Bihar who allegedly planned terror activities, carried out recce of sensitive locations to target them and attempted to recruit others through encrypted online platforms, officials said on Saturday.
An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) and related material were seized during the operation, police said. Two of the accused were in the process of assembling a remote-controlled toy car fitted with an IED to target crowded places, they alleged.
The Special Cell apprehended two of the accused from Maharashtra and one each from Odisha and Bihar in a coordinated, intelligence-led... | |
| | | | Jammu wing to close on April 30, Srinagar to reopen on May 4 | | High Court announces Darbar Move | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Apr 18: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has announced the annual Darbar Move for the Summer Season-2026, ordering that its Main Wing at Jammu shall close on April 30 after office hours and reopen at Srinagar on May 4 in the forenoon. The order also applies to the office of the Principal Secretary to Hon’ble the Chief Justice, Registrar Vigilance, Director J&K Judicial Academy, Registrar Rules, Registrar Computer (IT) and the Central Project Coordinator (CPC) e-Courts.
As per Order No. 544 of 2026/RG/NG-103(I) dated April 16, 2026, Special Move T.A. at a uniform rate of Rs 25,000 per move employee has been sanctioned. However, the order makes it cle... | |
| | | | Soldier injured in landmine blast | | | | Early Times Report
MENDHAR/JAMMU, Apr 18: An army soldier was injured in a landmine explosion, while a rusted shell was safely defused in a forward village near the Line of Control (LoC) in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday, officials said.
The explosion occurred during an area domination patrol by an army column in the Balakot area, leaving an Agniveer injured, they said.
The soldier was shifted to a hospital and his condition is stated to be “stable”, officials said. As part of an anti-infiltration obstacle system, the forward areas are dotted with landmines, which sometimes get washed away by rain, resulting in such types of accidents.
In a separate operation, a rust... | |
| | | | Property of drug peddler demolished in Jammu | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Apr 18: The local administration has demolished the residential property of a drug peddler in Jammu amid heavy security arrangements as part of its ongoing crackdown on narcotics, officials said on Saturday.
A large contingent of officials and police, armed with heavy-duty bulldozers, demolished the property owned by Shamsdin alias Pappi in Belicharana for his involvement in drug peddling, they said.
The authorities demolished Shamsdin’s house, removed grass huts and seized some two-wheelers, they added.
The action was part of the 100-day ‘Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyan’ launched by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on April 11 to curb drug trafficking an... | |
| | | | Cabinet approves continuation of PMGSY-III | | | | Early Times Report
New Delhi, Apr 18: The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Saturday gave its approval for the continuation of Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana-III (PMGSY-III) beyond March 2025 upto March 2028.
It involves consolidation of Through Routes and Major Rural Links connecting habitations to Gramin Agricultural Markets (GrAMs), Higher Secondary Schools and Hospitals. The revised outlay of the scheme will be Rs 83,977 crore, according to an official release.
The Cabinet further, amongst other things, approved the following: Extension of timeline till March 2028 for completion of roads and bridges in plain areas and roads in hilly areas.
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| | | | Bhaderwah-Chamba Road reopens | | | | Early Times Report
BHADERWAH/JAMMU, Apr 18: After remaining closed to commuters for over three months owing to snowfall, the strategic 140-km Bhaderwah–Chamba interstate road linking Jammu and Kashmir with Himachal Pradesh was reopened for vehicular traffic on Saturday, officials said.
The road, a key link for interstate connectivity and the tourism sector, was closed after heavy snowfall in the Bhaderwah sector on December 31 last year.
In recent weeks, the authorities began snow-clearing operations, which were carried out by the Mechanical Division Doda and the Roads and Buildings (R&B) Department, Bhaderwah, officials said.
The traffic, however, will not be allowed between 6 pm and... | |
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