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| Amit Shah hails Ladakh’s border bravery, unveils major development push in UT | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, May 1: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday lauded the patriotism and resilience of the people of Ladakh and Kargil, particularly those residing in border areas, saying they have historically borne the brunt of conflicts while safeguarding the nation’s integrity.
Addressing a public function in Leh, Shah said the people of Ladakh have always stood at the frontlines during crises. “Whenever there was tension on the borders, the Army reached later; it was the people of Ladakh who first faced the bullets to protect the nation,” he remarked, praising their unwavering commitment to national security.
Extending greetings on the occasion of Buddha Purnima, the Home Minister described the display of the sacred relics of Lord Buddha in the region as a historic ... | |
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| HM lays foundation of 10,000 litres per day dairy plant in Kargil | | | | Early Times Report
LEH/JAMMU, May 1: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday laid the foundation stone of a 10,000 litres per day dairy plant in Kargil and launched a series of dairy development initiatives for Ladakh through virtual mode, officials said.
The initiatives, launched under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, include mobile milk testing laboratories, modern milk cooling systems and strengthening of dairy infrastructure aimed at boosting self-reliance in the Union Territory, they said.
Officials said a modern dairy processing plant with a capacity of 10,000 litres per day is being set up at an estimated cost of Rs 25 crore by Indian Dairy Machinery Company, a wh... | |
| | | | Under PM Modi’s leadership India discovered renewed spirit of confidence: LG Sinha | | J&K Lok Bhavan celebrates Gujarat and Maharashtra's Foundation Day | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, May 1: The Foundation Day of Gujarat and Maharashtra was celebrated with great enthusiasm at J&K Lok Bhavan, Jammu, in the presence of the Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha.
Addressing a gathering, the Lieutenant Governor said that Gujarat and Maharashtra are growth engines of the nation and besides massive contribution to country's GDP and exports, their social, cultural, and spiritual legacies stand unparalleled.
“Gujarat's soil is renowned for nurturing entrepr... | |
| | | | Cracks widen in alliance as Farooq slams Cong over statehood restoration | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, May 1: Fresh signs of strain have emerged within the opposition bloc in Jammu and Kashmir after former Chief Minister and National Conference president Farooq Abdullah publicly criticised the Congress for what he termed as its “half-hearted” support on the issue of restoration of statehood.
Abdullah’s remarks have sparked speculation that the INDIA alliance—already seen as largely symbolic in the Union Territory—could be headed towards an eventual breakdown at the... | |
| | | | CM Omar inaugurates 368 residential units for Govt employees at Sempora, Pampore | | |  Early Times Report
PAMPORE, May 1: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated 368 newly constructed residential quarters for government employees at Sempora in Pampore, developed across 23 blocks at an estimated cost of Rs 90.65 crore.
Constructed by the Estates Department, the project marks the completion of a major residential infrastructure initiative aimed at strengthening government housing facilities in the Kashmir Valley. It forms part of the government’s push to enhance employe... | |
| | | | ‘Do I have to teach her more?’: CM slams Iltija Mufti over Urdu controversy | | | | Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, May 1: Launching a scathing attack on the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday accused the party of peddling “lies” regarding the status of Urdu to distract public attention from their “political alliance” with the BJP.
Addressing recent allegations that the government intended to drop Urdu as a subject, Abdullah made it clear that the administration had merely sought public feedback on a departmental proposal which has been lying on his table.
Hitting out at the PDP, Abdullah said, “May Allah protect us from these (PDP) people, who do not see the difference between truth and lies. Unfortunately, the lead... | |
| | | | Bridge collapses near Bantalab petrol pump, 3-4 labourers feared trapped, 1 rescued | | |  Early Times Report
Jammu, May 1: A portion of a small bridge collapsed in the Bantalab area on the outskirts of Jammu city on Friday, trapping at least three to four labourers under the debris, while one injured worker was rescued, official sources said.
Authorities have closed the road link following the collapse of the portion of the bridge.
The incident occurred when labourers were carrying out repair work on a retaining wall near the bridge that was damaged in last year’s flash floods,... | |
| | | | Lt Gen Balbir Singh assumes charge as Chinar Corps GOC | | |  Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, May 1: Lieutenant General Balbir Singh on Friday assumed the command of the Army’s Srinagar-based strategic XV Corps from Lt Gen Prashant Srivastava, who has been appointed as Quarter Master General at the Army headquarters.
Lt Gen Singh had earlier commanded the Victor Force, which looks after counter-insurgency operations in south and central Kashmir. A statement from the XV Corps, often referred to as Chinar Corps, said Lt Gen Singh is a highly decorated and ... | |
| | | | Monkeys spotted on runway, Indigo flight aborts take-off | | |  Early Times Report
LUCKNOW, May 1: An IndiGo flight bound for Raipur aborted its take-off at Lucknow airport after a group of monkeys was spotted crossing the runway, airport sources said on Friday.
According to airport sources, flight 6E 6521 with around 150 passengers on board had begun its take-off roll and was about 20-30 per cent down the runway at around 9 am on Thursday when the pilots noticed monkeys moving across. The pilots immediately aborted the take-off and informed air traffi... | |
| | | | 8th Central Pay Commission to visit Srinagar | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, May 1: The Eighth Central Pay Commission is scheduled to visit Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, from June 1 to June 4, 2026, to engage with various stakeholders regarding pay structures and allowances.
According to an official notice issued today, Central and UT Government organizations, institutions, and unions wishing to meet with the Commission must first submit a memorandum through the official website at 8cpc.gov.in.
Following this, representatives must request an appointment via the designated NIC forms link by May 16, 2026, using the unique memo ID provided during the initial submission.
While specific venue details and meeting schedules for the four-day vis... | |
| | | | ACB arrests policeman for accepting bribe | | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, May 1: The Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau on Friday arrested a head constable in srinagar for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe, sources said
The accused, identified as Parvaiz Ahmad, was caught during a trap operation laid by the ACB following a complaint from a local resident. The complaint had alleged that the policeman was seeking illegal gratification in connection with an official matter.
Acting on the complaint, the ACB team set up a trap in Batamaloo area and apprehended the accused red-handed while allegedly accepting ₹5,000 in cash along with a cheque worth Rs 35,000. The bribe amount was recovered on the spot in the presence of ... | |
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