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| Performance of last 5-6 years truest evidence of Centre’s commitment to J&K: LG Sinha | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Sept 29: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, graced and addressed the 'Swachhata Vijayotsav' organised by the Department of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj under ‘Sewa Parv' today in Jammu.
Speaking on the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor reaffirmed his commitment to bridge the gap between Rural and Urban J&K and to ensure prosperity. He said truest evidence of the Central Government’s commitment to J&K can be seen in performance over the last 5-6 Years. The Lieutenant Governor highlighted the significance of cleanliness drives to promote public health and well-being and fostering community participation for happier and healthier villages. “Initiatives under Education, Social Welfare, Rural Development, Urban Development, Healthcare are integral to buil... | |
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| LG lays foundation stone for 60 projects of AMRUT 2.0 | | |  Early Times Report
JAMMU, Sept 29: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha graced the 'Sewa Parv' celebrations organised by Housing & Urban Development Department.
The Lieutenant Governor laid the foundation stone for 60 projects of AMRUT 2.0 worth Rs 699.79 crore.
In his address the Lieutenant Governor lauded the efforts of Housing & Urban Development Department and Jammu Municipal Corporation for fostering inclusive growth and improving their infrastructure and services for city’s residents... | |
| | | | Calls for crackdown on encroachments along water bodies | | | | Early Times Report
JAMMU, Sept 29: Asserting that climate change is a reality that people should realise, Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday called for a crackdown on encroachments along water bodies in the Union Territory and urged people and the administration to create a movement for it.
The LG termed the recent floods in Jammu as a major catastrophe in the region unseen in the past, and said that losses have also been enormous with more than 4,000 houses damaged, over 3,237 kilometres of roads affected and more than 70 major bridges destroyed.
“We exhort the officials to crack down on encroachments along the water bodies. Citizens must report encroachments ... | |
| | | | Amid uncertainty over NC support, two dozen Congress leaders stake claim on R S seat | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Sept 29: The announcement of elections to four Rajya Sabha seats has triggered intense political activity within the Congress, with several senior and aspiring leaders throwing their hats in the ring. Despite having just six legislators in its kitty, the party is witnessing a scramble for candidature, with more than two dozen leaders lobbying hard for a Rajya Sabha mandate.
What has raised eyebrows is the fact that even those who have not yet tasted success in local or Assembly-level elections are now presenting themselves as “suitable candidates” for the Upper House. Party insiders admit that the race reflects both the high stakes attached to a Rajya Sabha sea... | |
| | | | Doors open for dialogue on Ladakh matters: MHA | | LG Kavinder Gupta chairs law & order review meeting, says peace cornerstone of development | |  Early Times Report
New Delhi/Leh, Sept 29: Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Monday said that the Centre remains open for dialogue on Ladakh matters with Apex Body Leh (ABL) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) at any time and the doors will always remain open.
In a statement the MHA said, “The Government has always been open for dialogues on Ladakh matters with Apex Body Leh (ABL) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) at any time. We would continue to welcome the discussion with ABL and KD... | |
| | | | PM Modi to release postage stamp, coin to mark RSS’ centenary year | | | | NEW DELHI, Sept 29:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will release a commemorative postage stamp and coin to mark the centenary year of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) this week.
The RSS, founded on Vijayadashmi in 1925, will complete 100 years on Thursday.
Sources said the prime minister will release the commemorative stamp and coin on Wednesday in the presence of RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale on the eve of the organisation’s centenary year celebrations... | |
| | | | Prez Murmu urges youth to adapt advanced technological skills | | | | New Delhi, Sept 29:
President Droupadi Murmu on Monday said it is imperative that youth embrace and adapt to advanced technological skills as India advances on the path of technology-driven growth.
Addressing the probationers of the Indian Skill Development Service (ISDS), who had called on her at the Rashtrapati Bhavan here, she said skill and knowledge are the true engines of economic growth and social progress for any nation.
As India advances on its path of technology-driven growth, it is imperative that our youth embrace and adapt to the advanced technological skills,” Murmu said. The President said the probationers would play an important role in shaping a robust, future-ready w... | |
| | | | Northern Railway to resume 8 long-distance trains from Jammu | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Sep 29: The Northern Railway on Monday ordered the resumption of eight long-distance trains from Jammu station starting October 2, after ensuring the safety and continuity of tracks damaged by heavy rains and floods in August this year. Heavy rainfall in the Jammu–Pathankot and Jammu–Katra sections had severely affected rail services in the division, with tracks and bridges bearing the brunt of the floods.
More than 50 trains were suspended, leaving hundreds of passengers stranded at the Jammu railway station in late August.
Railway officials said that eight trains will now be restored in the fourth phase of resumption of services. The decision was taken afte... | |
| | | | Reasi: Rafting resumes in Chenab river | | | | Early Times Report
Reasi/Jammu, Sept 29: Adventure tourism resumed in Jammu and Kashmir's Reasi district as operators restarted rafting in the Chenab river after a long halt, with scores of tourists thronging the venue to enjoy the water sport.
Reasi is famous for rafting at Baradari, where the Chenab flows amid majestic mountains and forested riverbanks, attracting thousands of adventure seekers.
“Adventure tourism is back in action. We restarted rafting in the Chenab today after a suspension of several months. We are happy to resume it,” said operator Surinder Singh.
He added that the tourism industry had suffered badly following the Pahalgam terror attack in April, subsequent Opera... | |
| | | | Police nab 8 for extortion call | | | | NEW DELHI, Sept 29:
Eight people have been arrested in connection with an extortion demand of Rs 5 crore, made to a Delhi businessman in the name of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, police said on Monday
They said that on September 14, the businessman, based in the outer north of the city, got a call from an international number. The caller introduced himself as a member of the Bishnoi gang and demanded Rs 5 crore.
A gunshot was also fired in the way of the threat, police said... | |
| | | | JKAS Officer gets bail in bribery case | | | | Early Times Report
Jammu, Sept 29: The Special Judge Anti-Corruption (CBI Cases) Kashmir, Srinagar, has granted bail to JKAS Officer Sarfaraz Ahmad Bhat, who was arrested by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in a bribery case last week.
Bhat, serving as CTO Circle-B in the State Taxes Department, Srinagar, was arrested on September 19 following a trap laid by the CBI’s Anti-Corruption Branch. He was allegedly caught red-handed while accepting a bribe of ₹20,000 from a trader at Budshah Chowk, Srinagar, in exchange for clearing GST-related files.
The defence, represented by Advocate Farooq Ahmad Kathwari, argued that Bhat was innocent, had deep roots in society, and should be re... | |
| | | | 7 tourist spots reopen in Kashmir | | | | Early Times Report
Srinagar, Sept 29: The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Monday threw open seven tourist spots in the valley that were closed in the wake of the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack.
The tourist spots were opened following directions issued by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha after a meeting of the Unified Headquarters on Friday.
“After a thorough security review and discussion in today’s UHQ meeting, I’ve ordered reopening of more tourist spots in Kashmir and Jammu Divisions, which were temporarily closed as precautionary measures,” Sinha said in a post on X on Friday.
The LG administration shut down nearly 50 tourist spots following the terror attack at Baisaran in th... | |
| | | | S C Murmu appointed RBI Deputy Governor | | | | NEW DELHI, Sept 29:
The government has appointed Shirish Chandra Murmu as Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India for a three-year term.
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved his appointment, sources said on Monday.
Murmu is currently Executive Director at the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).... | |
| | | | Gold, silver prices surge | | | | New Delhi, Sept 29:
Silver prices on Monday soared by Rs 7,000 to hit an all-time high of Rs 1.5 lakh per kilogram in the national capital, while gold also scaled a new peak of Rs 1,19,500 per 10 grams amid strong global trends, according to the All India Sarafa Association.
The precious metal of 99.9 per cent purity jumped Rs 1,500 to reach a lifetime high of Rs 1,19,500 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes), up from Rs 1,18,000 per 10 grams in the previous session.
Silver prices, too, witnessed a sharp rally, climbing Rs 7,000 to touch a record Rs 1,50,000 per kilogram (inclusive of all taxes), extending gains for the fourth straight session. The white metal had ended at Rs 1,43,000... | |
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