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After PM Modi, Defence Minister applauds efforts of CM Omar Abdullah Bonhomie Continues 1/14/2025 10:17:50 PM Early Times Report Jammu, Jan 14: A day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the Jammu and Kashmir government, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh commended Chief Minister Omar Abdullah for his sincere efforts to bridge the gap between the people of Jammu and Kashmir and the rest of the country. Speaking at the ninth Armed Forces Veterans’ Day rally held at the Tanda Artillery Brigade in Akhnoor, Singh emphasized the BJP-led Central government’s commitment to treating Delhi and Kashmir equally. He highlighted that the policies of the government are aimed at ensuring equitable development across all regions of the country. Rajnath Singh remarked that past regimes had treated Kashmir differently, which hindered its connection with Delhi. “Our government’s biggest achievement is working to bridge the ‘dil ki duri’ (distance between hearts) between Kashmir and the rest of the country,” he said. Singh applauded Chief Minister Omar Abdullah for taking steps to narrow any remaining gaps and fostering unity. Bonhomie between the Union Government and the J&K Government started on S...   READ MORE

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J&K incomplete without PoJK: Rajnath Singh Warns Pakistan on terror camps 1/14/2025 10:16:59 PM Early Times Report AKHNOOR, Jan 14: Declaring that Jammu and Kashmir remains “incomplete” without Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), Defence Minister Rajnath Singh delivered a strong message to Pakistan on Tuesday warning Islamabad to dismantle its terror infrastructure or face serious consequences. Speaking at a gathering of armed forces veterans in Akhnoor, Singh emphasised that the abrogation of Article 370 has initiated a transformation in the region. “The situation in Jamm...   READ MORE   CM Omar reaffirms Govt’s commitment to ensure welfare of Army veterans 1/14/2025 10:16:43 PM Early Times Report AKHNOOR (JAMMU), Jan 14: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said his government remained steadfast in its efforts to ensure that all benefits for Army veterans are delivered promptly and without hindrance. This assurance was reiterated by the Chief Minister during his address at the 9th Armed Forces Veterans’ Day celebration in Akhnoor, Jammu, where he paid tribute to the selfless contributions of the nation’s veterans. The Chief Minister reaffirmed the government’s co...   READ MORE   Martyr’s house is a sacred temple: LG Sinha Pays tribute to ex-servicemen of armed forces 1/14/2025 10:16:22 PM Early Times Report AKHNOOR, Jan 14: On the occasion of the Veterans Day, the Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha paid tribute to ex-servicemen of the Armed Forces and attended a commemorative event presided over by Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh at Akhnoor. “I bow my head in gratitude to all the veterans, valiant Jawans, Veer Naris and families of our Armed Forces’ brave-hearts. We will forever remain indebted to our Veterans who have protected the nation from the enemies and continue to contri...   READ MORE   MP Ruhullah’s absence triggers speculations Sonamarg Tunnel Inauguration 1/14/2025 10:15:43 PM Early Times Report Srinagar, Jan 14: The absence of National Conference (NC) Member Parliament from Central Kashmir, Syed Aga Ruhullah Mehdi, at the high-profile inauguration of the Sonamarg Tunnel sparked widespread speculations about rift within the ruling party. The tunnel was dedicated to the nation by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday and Ruhullah skipping the major event raised many eyebrows. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s trusted lieutenant and advisor, Nasir Aslam Wani, faced ...   READ MORE   Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine natural cave opened 1/14/2025 10:15:24 PM Early Times Report Katra/Jammu, Jan 14: The natural cave at Mata Vaishno Devi shrine atop Trikuta hills in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district was opened for devotees for Makar Sankranti celebrations on Tuesday, officials said. The doors of the old cave was opened for devotees after special prayers which was among others attended by Chief Executive Officer, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board Anshul Garg, they said. The natural cave within the sanctum sanctorum of the shrine is usually...   READ MORE   SHA suspends empanelment of Shifa Hospital 1/14/2025 10:15:14 PM Early Times Report SRINAGAR, Jan 14: The State Health Agency (SHA) in Jammu and Kashmir has suspended the empanelment of Shifa hospital, Srinagar for violating the guidelines issued by NHA. As per an order issued by State Health Agency, a penalty of over Rs 26 lakh has been imposed for the illegal payments collected from aggrieved beneficiaries. “State Health Agency (SHA), J&K received a number of grievances/complaints against Empaneled Health Care Provider Shifa Medical Centre, Srinagar...   READ MORE   ACB to probe use of substandard material in SSCL 1/14/2025 10:15:00 PM Early Times Report Srinagar, Jan 14: A day after two senior officials of the Srinagar Smart City Limited (SSCL) were booked for amassing wealth disproportionate to their known source of income, the Anti Corruption Bureau of Jammu and Kashmir on Tuesday registered two Preliminary Enquiries (PEs) related to misappropriation of Devari Stones and use of substandard material in the prestigious project. The PE was registered in Police Station ACB Srinagar following reliable inputs indicating the...   READ MORE   MHA approves CISF expansion 1/14/2025 10:14:51 PM New Delhi, Jan 14: Agencies The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has approved a major expansion of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), which will create two new battalions. Each newly sanctioned battalion will consist of 1,025 personnel, bringing the total number of CISF battalions from 13 to 15 and creating 2,050 new posts. Both battalions will be led by officers of senior commandant rank. These units will play a crucial role in addressing increasing demands on the CISF, particularly in areas such as internal security and the management of high-security jails. This move, alongside the recently sanctioned Mahila Battalion, is expected to bolster national security while ge...   READ MORE   Rajouri: 6 soldiers injured in landmine explosion 1/14/2025 10:14:43 PM Early Times Report JAMMU, Jan 14: At least six Army personnel were on Tuesday injured in a landmine explosion in a forward village in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said The troops were on patrol duty when one of the soldiers accidentally stepped over the landmine near Khamba Fort in Nowshera sector around 10.45 am, triggering the explosion, the officials said. They said the injured were immediately shifted to hospital and their condition was stated to be stable. As pa...   READ MORE

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