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| Amit Shah calls for intensified anti-terror push amid rising attacks in Jammu region | | | 
Early Times Report
Jammu, Apr 8: In response to a spate of recent terror attacks rattling Jammu province—particularly in the districts of Udhampur, Kathua, Reasi, Poonch, and Rajouri—Union Home Minister Amit Shah has called for an aggressive escalation of anti-terror operations across the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
The directive comes as part of a broader strategy to dismantle the networks fueling violence and unrest, which have increasingly threatened the region’s stability.
Shah issued the statement following a high-level security review meeting held at Raj Bhawan in Srinagar, chaired alongside Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha.
The meeting brought together senior officials from the Indian Army, paramilitary forces, intelligence agencies, and the Jammu and Kashmir Po... | |
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| 11 groups in J&K have said goodbye to Hurriyat: HM Shah | | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Apr 8: The Jammu Kashmir Islamic Political Party, Jammu and Kashmir Muslim Democratic League and Kashmir Freedom Front have disassociated themselves from separatists conglomerate Hurriyat Conference, Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced on Tuesday.
Eleven such organisations in Jammu and Kashmir have shunned separatism so far.
Shah asserted that the move demonstrated people’s trust in the Constitution.
“Three more organisations, namely Jammu Kashmir Islamic Political Party, Jammu and Kashmir Muslim Democratic League, and Kashmir Freedom Front, disassociate themselves from the Hurriyat. It is a prominent demonstration of the people’s trust in the Const... | |
| | | | J&K ‘s growing crisis: Increasing drug addiction threatens youth, society | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, Apr 8: Drug addiction has emerged as an alarming challenge in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, with over 25,000 individuals seeking medical treatment for addiction over the past three years. This issue has raised grave concerns among lawmakers and society alike.
According to a written reply to questions by lawmakers including Tanvir Sadiq, Dr Narinder Singh Raina, and others, the Department of Health and Medical Education revealed that 25,400 individuals w... | |
| | | | LA adjourned after ruckus by NC, Cong demanding discussion on Waqf Act | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 8: The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly was adjourned for the day on Tuesday following a ruckus by the National Conference (NC), Congress, PDP and other members over the Speaker disallowing adjournment of business to discuss the Waqf (Amendment) Act.
The treasury benches, including ministers, joined the PDP demanding a discussion on the Act. After their demand was rejected by the Speaker, the treasury benches did not allow the House to function for the second consecutive day. As the House assembled for the day, NC members led by Salman Sagar, Tanvir Sadiq and Peoples Conference member Sajad Gani Lone raised the issue of adjourning the Budget Session to discuss t... | |
| | | | Will not change decision: Speaker on Waqf issue | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 8: As members of the ruling NC-led coalition including Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary joined the demand for a discussion on the Waqf Amendment Act, Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather on Tuesday said he had decided to disallow it in line with the rules and will not change his ruling.
Asked about the no-confidence motion moved by three opposition legislators led by Peoples Conference leader Sajad Gani Lone, Rather told reporters they... | |
| | | | Special Summary Revision begins for Budgam, Nagrota ACs | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 8: The Election Commission of India, has today began the process of Special Summary Revision for the Budgam and Nagrota Assembly Constituencies as part of bye polls in these ACs.
As per schedule of SSR, the Electoral Registration Officers (EROs) for 77-Nagrota Assembly Constituency (AC) and 27-Budgam Assembly Constituency (AC) have notified the draft publication of the electoral rolls for the upcoming bye elections. The draft electoral rolls are now available ... | |
| | | | Army Chief Gen Dwivedi visits Srinagar to assess security situation | | |  Early Times Report
Srinagar, Apr 8: Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi visited Srinagar to assess the prevailing security situation and operational readiness of the forces and held discussions on wide-ranging issues over the current security scenario, as per an official statement from the Indian Army.
During his visit, General Dwivedi was provided with a detailed briefing by the Chinar Corps Commander, who outlined the latest developments and operational updates from the re... | |
| | | | Army steps up surveillance in Doda higher reaches | | |  Early Times Report
Bhaderwah, Apr 8: With the melting of snow and opening of mountain passes, the Army has increased surveillance in the densely forested area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Doda district to maintain peace and thwart any attempt by terrorists to cross over into the Chenab valley, security officials said.
The stepped up surveillance in the high altitude areas of Bhaderwah valley comes close on the heels of a massive ongoing operation against terrorists, who managed to infiltrate fro... | |
| | | | Amid soaring mercury, doctors warn of serious health risks | | | 
New Delhi, Apr 8:
Agencies
The mercury has been soaring in Delhi and doctors have warned that exposure to extreme heat can lead to a range of health issues — from mild rashes and muscle cramps due to excessive sweating and salt loss, to serious conditions like heat exhaustion and heatstroke.
Delhi recorded its first heatwave of the season on Monday with the maximum temperature touching 40.2 degrees Celsius. The city is currently under a yellow alert, which will remain in place till Wed... | |
| | | | Heat waves led to rise in India’s power demand in 2024 summer: Report | | |  NEW DELHI, Apr 8:
Agencies
India’s electricity demand during the severe heatwave months of April to June 2024 rose by 10.4 per cent compared to the corresponding period the year before, with increased use of air conditioning contributing to nearly a third of the rise, according to a new report released on Tuesday.
The sixth edition of global energy think tank Ember’s Global Electricity Review also said heatwaves were responsible for almost a fifth of the increase in global electricity d... | |
| | | | Change in court timing | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Apr 8: Registrar General Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court Shahzad Azeem issued a notification regarding change of timing in High Court Jammu and Kashmir and Subordinate Courts of Jammu Division during the Summer Session from May 1, 2025 to September 30, 2025.
According to the notification, the timing of High Court and Subordinate Courts 1st of May 2025 to September 30, 2025 will be 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM for High Court Wing Jammu.
According to the order issued by Registrar General Shahzad Azeem that High Court registry will work from 8: 30 AM to 3:00 PM with half an hour break from 11:30 AM to 12:00 noon whereas Court timing from 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM wit... | |
| | | | Man held with 1.2 Kg brown sugar | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Apr 8: A drug peddler was arrested with more than a kilogramme of brown sugar in his possession in Baramulla district, police said on Tuesday.
The arrest was made in the Boniyar area of the north Kashmir district, a police spokesperson said.
Manzoor Ahmad Mir, a resident of Bernate in Boniyar, was intercepted Monday night with 1.20 kg of the contraband and a digital weighing machine, he said.... | |
| | | | Ladakh Admin seeks public feedback | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Apr 8: The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has proposed new rules for contractor registration under the Jammu & Kashmir Registration of Contractors Act, 1956, titled the Union Territory of Ladakh Registration of Contractors Rules, 2025.
Aimed at streamlining the process with a uniform checklist across categories, the draft also includes a fee relaxation provision for women contractors to promote their participation and empowerment.
The draft rules have been uploaded on the official website ladakh.nic.in, and stakeholders have been invited to submit their comments, suggestions, or objections within 30 days from the date of publication before t... | |
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