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Amid Chillaikalan in Kashmir political snow melts as CM Omar lavishes praise on PM Modi 1/13/2025 10:24:38 PM Early Times Report Jammu, Jan 13: In a striking display of camaraderie and mutual respect, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah lavished praise on Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the inauguration of the Z-Morh tunnel. The event, which marked a significant milestone in improving connectivity to the Kashmir Valley, also appeared to underscore the growing warmth between the Jammu and Kashmir administration and the BJP-led NDA government at the Centre. Amid the harsh 40-day Chillaikalan season in Jammu and Kashmir with heavy snowfall, a different kind of thaw is taking place between Delhi and Srinagar. At the inauguration of the Z-Morh tunnel in Sonamarg, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah shared the stage for the first time, signaling a warming of relations. The ...   READ MORE

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PM inaugurates Sonamarg Tunnel 1/13/2025 10:24:13 PM Early Times Report Srinagar, Jan 13 : Amidst the tight security arrangements, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday inaugurated the much-awaited Sonamarg Tunnel in Central Kashmir’s Ganderbal district. Union Ministers Nitin Jairam Gadkari, Dr Jitendra Singh, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and other dignitaries were present on the occasion. After inauguration, the Prime Minister along with the other leaders and officials toured the tunnel. ...   READ MORE   Kashmir India’s crown will make it more beautiful: PM Modi 1/13/2025 10:23:58 PM Early Times Report Sonamarg, Jan 13: Asserting that Kashmir is the crown of India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Monday reaffirmed his commitment to make it even more beautiful. Speaking at the inaugural ceremony of the Z-Morh Tunnel here in Central Kashmir PM Modi said, “Kashmir is the crown of India, and I want this crown to become even more beautiful,” PM Modi said. “The dream of a developed India will be realized when its crown, Kashmir, is adorned with the jewels of progress," he added. PM Modi expressed his desire for Kashmir to become even more beautiful and prosperous. “The continuous support from the youth, elders, and children of the region has helped me to build Naya Ja...   READ MORE   My heart says PM will fulfil statehood promise soon: Omar 1/13/2025 10:23:49 PM Early Times Report Jammu, Jan 13: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Monday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his efforts in bridging the gap between "Dil (heart) and Delhi" and holding assembly polls in the Union Territory while exuding confidence that the statehood restoration promise would soon be fulfilled. Addressing a gathering after the prime minister inaugurated the 6.5-km Z-Morh tunnel renamed 'Sonamarg Tunnel' in the Ganderbal district, the chief minister began ...   READ MORE   LG Sinha thanks PM Modi for fulfilling dreams of people 1/13/2025 10:23:33 PM Early Times Report Sonamarg, Jan 13: Calling Sonamarg tunnel inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi as "Bhagya Rekha" (lifeline) for the people of Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said that the new project would prove to be a game-changer in the region. Speaking at the inaugural ceremony of the strategic tunnel here in Central Kashmir, LG Sinha said, “This tunnel will enable year-round connectivity to the picturesque Sonamarg. It will be a game-changer for t...   READ MORE   I am Modi, I keep promises : PM in J&K 1/13/2025 10:23:17 PM Early Times Report Sonamarg, Jan 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that he believes in fulfilling the promises he makes. Speaking at the inaugural ceremony of Z-Morh Tunnel here in Central Kashmir, PM Modi in an oblique reference to restoration of J&K’s statehood, said, “I am Modi and I keep the promises I make. All the commitments that have been made will be fulfilled.” PM Modi, according to a Srinagar based news agency, said, “Right time is coming for right works.” Earli...   READ MORE   In 24 hours mysterious disease claims 3 more lives in Rajouri village 1/13/2025 10:22:58 PM Early Times Report Rajouri, Jan 13: Even as the report of the team of experts is yet to be made public, three more children died due to a mysterious disease in the Badhaal village of Rajouri during the last 24 hours. As many as 12 persons including 11 children have lost their lives in this ill-fated village during the last one month. While a five-year-old girl Nabeena died on Sunday, two more children namely Zahoor (14) and Maroof (8) died during treatment at SMGS Hospital Jammu on Monday...   READ MORE   J&K introduces new rules for Police investigations 1/13/2025 10:22:29 PM Early Times Report JAMMU, Jan 13: The Government of Jammu and Kashmir has issued the “Procedure for Investigation to be Followed by Officer in Charge of Police Station Rules, 2025,” under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023. These rules emphasize the maintenance of a Daily Diary Report to document offenses and cases where investigations are deemed unnecessary. These reports will be recorded in the Crime and Criminal Tracking Networks and Systems (CCTNS) and forwarded to the Magistrate fortnightly. Furthermore, the rules mandate that officers must promptly inform complainants about the reasons for not initiating investigations, using electronic or physical communication....   READ MORE   ACB books retired SE in disproportionate assets case Properties in Srinagar, Jammu, Delhi, worth crores 1/13/2025 10:22:24 PM Early Times Report SRINAGAR, Jan 13: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has registered a case against Riyaz Ahmad Parray, a retired Superintending Engineer of the Public Works Department (PWD), for allegedly amassing disproportionate assets during his service. The probe revealed that Parray owned properties in Srinagar, Jammu, Delhi, and other locations, along with assets worth crores, far exceeding his known sources of income. “Jammu and Kashmir Anti Corruption Bureau conducted a verification into the allegation that Riyaz Ahmad Parray, retired Superintending Engineer PWD (R&B), resident of Hygam Baramulla has amassed huge assets, by indulging in corrupt practices. Th...   READ MORE   Police detain 4 suspects in connection with teenage’s boy murder 1/13/2025 10:22:03 PM Atul Sharma Early Times Report Jammu, Jan 13: Police have detained four suspects in connection with a murder of a teenage boy at Bishnah here. According to the details available with Early Times Ajay Kumar, 17, was brutally attacked and killed with a sharp weapon by unidentified assailants on Sunday night. Kumar, a resident of Bhateyari village in Bishnah, worked as a conductor with a matador. According to locals, the attack allegedly stemmed from a dispute involving his employer. “On th...   READ MORE

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