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| Art 370 resolution: J&K Assembly Budget session set to be stormy | | | 
Early Times Report
Jammu, Feb 17: The upcoming Budget session of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, scheduled to begin on March 3, is expected to be stormy after Peoples Conference (PC) legislator Sajad Gani Lone submitted a resolution seeking the restoration of Article 370 and Article 35-A.
Lone, the lone Peoples Conference MLA in the 90-member House and legislator from Handwara, has called for a debate on the issue. Sources confirmed that the resolution has been officially submitted, and its acknowledgment by the Assembly could lead to heated discussions.
The move has already sparked political tensions, with the opposition BJP strongly opposing any such resolution. BJP spokesperson Sunil Sethi on Monday termed the move “unconstitutional,” asserting that “the J&K Assembly is not bi... | |
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| Army fully capable of dealing with situation along borders: LG Sinha | | Says there will be no pause in anti-terror operations | | |
Early Times Report
Jammu, Feb 17: Amid several incidents of cross-border firing and an IED attack along the LoC recently, Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said the Indian Army is fully capable of dealing with any type of situation on the borders and is giving a befitting response to enemy forces.
He also asserted that there will be no pause in anti-terror operations as clear directions have been given to security agencies to wipe out the menace and ensure peace and tranquillity in the region.
“Indian Army is fully capable and giving a befitting response on the border,” Sinha told reporters on the sidelines of a sports event here.
He was responding to a question... | |
| | | | LG emphasizes on greater public-private partnership | | Inaugurates first-edition of Sikh Cricket Premier League | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Feb 17: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday emphasised the role of public-private partnerships to empower youth by improving infrastructure, providing opportunities and opening up new avenues in diverse sectors in the Union Territory.
“Public-Private Partnerships can provide us an extensive network of skilling and entrepreneurship projects and we can take these facilities to the grassroots levels,” Sinha said.
Addressing a gathering after... | |
| | | | CJM Sopore convicts self-proclaimed faith healer in sexual assault case | | | 
Early Times Report
Srinagar, Feb 17: After nine years of trial Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) Sopore on Monday convicted a self-proclaimed faith healer in a sexual assault case.
According to the details the said case was registered in 2016 under FIR No. 22/2016 U/S 377 of the erstwhile Ranbir Penal Code (RPC) at Police Station Bomai after the victim’s father lodged a complaint with the then SSP Sopore, alleging that his son had been subjected to “unnatural sexual assault” by the accused... | |
| | | | Kashmir: Jhelum, streams flow below ‘zero level,’ Sangam touches -1.01 ft | | | 
Early Times Report
Srinagar, Feb 17: The snowless winter and prolonged dry spell have deterred the recharging of water reservoirs with majority of the streams and river Jhelum flowing at below ‘zero level’.
According to the details river Jhelum, the lifeline of Kashmir, continues to witness the receding water level.
At Sangam, the Jhelum’s water level has touched -1.01 ft, which is below the Reduced Level (RL) of zero of gauge while at Ram Munshi Bagh, it stood at 3.52 feet and at Asha... | |
| | | | CCTV camera installation mandatory in key establishments: DM Vaishya | | | 
Early Times Report
JAMMU, Feb 17: District Magistrate Sachin Kumar Vaishya has issued an order for mandatory installation of CCTV cameras at key establishments across Jammu to enhance public security. The directive, issued under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023, seeks to improve surveillance through technology.
The order applies to banking and financial institutions, business establishments and public spaces with high foot traffic. These include banks, A... | |
| | | | Remain vigilant against fake claims about exam paper leaks: CBSE tells parents | | | 
New Delhi, Feb 17:
Agencies
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Monday asked parents and students to remain vigilant against false social media claims about class 10 and 12 board exam paper leaks.
Officials said the board is actively monitoring and taking action against those responsible for spreading false information.
“It has come to the Board’s attention that certain unscrupulous elements are spreading rumours on YouTube, Facebook, ‘X’ (formerly twitter), and other soc... | |
| | | | India delivering good returns on investments: FM Sitharaman | | | 
MUMBAI, Feb 17:
Agencies
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday said India is delivering good returns to investors who are booking profits.
Replying to a question on selling by foreign institutional investors (FIIs), Sitharaman said India has an environment where investments are yielding good returns.
Finance Secretary Tuhin Kanta Pandey added that in times of global volatilities like the one that is being witnessed, the FIIs tend to go back to their country of origin wh... | |
| | | | 3 Mahakumbh devotees killed in accident | | | 
Early Times Report
JAMMU, Feb 17: Three people from Jammu lost their lives, and two others sustained serious injuries in a tragic accident on the Yamuna Expressway near Tappal town of Aligarh District in Uttar Pradesh.
As per reports, the incident occurred around 1:30 PM yesterday when a speeding bus collided with a car traveling towards Noida, causing it to overturn.
The victims were returning home to Jammu from Prayagraj, reports said.
The deceased have been identified as Padam (6... | |
| | | | Khelo India Winter Games postponed | | | 
Early Times Report
GULMARG, Feb 17: The second leg of the 5th Khelo India Winter Games, scheduled to begin here on Saturday, has been postponed due to insufficient snowfall in the region.
The new dates for the event will be announced once the weather improves and a fresh assessment is completed.
“The Jammu and Kashmir leg of the Khelo India Winter Games has been postponed,” a sports ministry source said.
Gulmarg was scheduled to hold the snow events, including alpine skiing, nordic ... | |
| | | | Committee formed | | | |
Early Times Report
JAMMU, Feb 17: The Jammu and Kashmir administration has sanctioned the constitution of a committee to identify and resolve challenges faced by departments in the devolution of functions, functionaries, and funds to Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) across the Union Territory. ... | |
| | | | MeT predicts snowfall across J&K | | | 
Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Feb 17: The Meteorological Centre in Srinagar on Monday predicted light to moderate rain and snow at many places during February 19 and 20 across Jammu and Kashmir.
The MeT office said “there is nothing significant till February 18”.
It said on February 19 and 20 the weather will remain general cloudy with the possibility of light to moderate rain and snow at many places. The precipitation is very likely to start during the late afternoon of Wednesday till ... | |
| | | | Gold retreats from all-time high | | | 
New Delhi, Feb 17:
Agencies
Gold prices retreated from all-time level in the national capital on Monday, with the precious metal declining Rs 1,200 to Rs 88,200 per 10 grams due to emergence of fresh selling from stockists and retailers.
According to the All India Sarafa Association, the yellow metal of 99.9 per cent purity had soared Rs 1,300 to hit an all-time high of Rs 89,400 per 10 grams on Friday.
Gold of 99.5 per cent purity pulled back from its record level and depreciated Rs... | |
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