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In today's digital age, screen dominate simple ways; Parents can get kids off screen and back into real books
In an age where screens dominate, children are drifting away from physical books.
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July 02, 2025
State Times
Shukla's Historic Space Odyssey
It is really historical and epoch-making that Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla headed to international space station ISS on space odyssey marking India's return to human spacecraft after a gap of 41 years following a successful launch of the Axiom Space mission in the US with a four-member multi-country crew.
5 min |
July 02, 2025
State Times
Dr Darakhshan visits Zadibal Imambara to review Muharram facilities, interacts with people
Chairperson of J&K Waqf Board & Minister of State Dr Syed Darakhshan Andrabi on Tuesday visited Imambara at Zadibal in Srinagar to review the facilities for the people during Muharram.
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July 02, 2025
State Times
Inner Wheel Club New Gen Jammu celebrates Doctors' Day with honour
The Inner Wheel Club New Gen, Jammu celebrated Doctors’ Day with deep appreciation and enthusiasm at Government Hospital, Gandhi Nagar, Jammu, to honor the tireless dedication and service of the medical fraternity.
1 min |
July 02, 2025
State Times
Shree Sarthal Devi Ji Yatra on July 3-4; Vikramaditya urges devotees to join in large numbers
Vikramaditya Singh, ex-MLC and Chairman of the Shree Sarthal Devi Ji Trust, has extended warm greetings to devotees ahead of the annual Yatra of Shree Ashtadashbhuja Mata Sarthal Devi Ji, Kishtwar to be held on July 3 and 4, 2025.
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July 02, 2025
State Times
Court restrains respondents from taking over affairs of Gurdwara Chatti Patshahi Tali Sahib
In a suit filed by Balvinder Singh and Surjeet Singh Vice President and Secretary District Gurudwara Prabandhak Committee for declaration to the effect that the, letter bearing No. DGPCJ/077/2025 dt. May 3, 2025 issued by the defendant No.1 authorizing the defendant No.2 to appoint and announce a local committee of Gurdwara Chatti Patshai, Talab Tillo, Jammu be declared as void ab-initio, null and void and also the suit for declaration to the effect declaring the Letter with Ref. No. 22/2025 dt. May 5, 2025 issued by the defendant No. 2 to appoint Harpreet Kour, daughter of Janak Singh, resident of Bhagwati Nagar, Jammu (Defendant no.3) and Manmohan Singh, son of Manohar Singh, C/O Gurdwara Chand Kour, Chand Nagar, Jammu (Defendant no.4) as President and Secretary of Gurdwara Chatti Patshai Talab Tillo, Jammu be declared as null and void with a consequential relief of permanent prohibitory injunction restraining the defenda No. 3 and 4 from acting as President and Secretary. Sub-Judge Jammu Sunil Koul after hearing both the sides restrained the respondents from taking over the affairs of Gurdwara Chatti Patshahi Tali Sahib.
2 min |
July 02, 2025
State Times
J&K spikers in India U-16 camp
JAMMU: Two young players from J&K, Nasir Ajaz Sofi and Rehan Parvaiz have been selected for the proposed India camp in under-16 boys group.
1 min |
July 02, 2025
State Times
CS visits Yatri Niwas, reviews final arrangements for Shri Amarnathji Yatra
Ahead of commencement of the annual Shri Amarnathji Yatra from July 3, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo on Tuesday undertook a comprehensive visit to Yatri Niwas, Bhagwati Nagar, Jammu to take stock of the final arrangements being made by various departments for smooth and secure conduct of the pilgrimage.
2 min |
July 02, 2025
State Times
National Doctors Day celebrated at DHS Jammu
JAMMU: India marks National Doctor's Day on July Ist every year to recognize the tireless service, dedication and compassion of medical Professionals.
1 min |
July 02, 2025
State Times
Utkarsh, Rita, Madhu return after India triumph
A moment of pride and celebration, Utkarsh Gupta as a member of the victorious Indian Rollball team, along with team officials, Rita Rehan and Madhu Sharma (all three from J&K), has returned home after an extraordinary performance at the Roll Ball World Cup 2025 which held at Nairobi in Kenya.
1 min |
July 02, 2025
State Times
Amarnathji Yatra: Haryana man arrested for using fake identity card
Police on Tuesday registered a case against a man for using a fake identity card to gain access to the Amarnath yatra in Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir.
1 min |
July 02, 2025
State Times
Kathua Admin welcomes first batch of Amarnath Yatris at Lakhanpur
With chants of \"Bam Bam Bhole\" and \"Jai Baba Barfani\" echoing in the air, the District Administration Kathua extended a heartfelt and vibrant welcome to the first batch of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatris at Lakhanpur-the traditional gateway to the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.
1 min |
July 02, 2025
State Times
Ranvijay greets pilgrims on commencement of Amarnath Yatra
JAMMU: Ranvijay Singh, scion of the Dogra Royal Family, has extended his heartfelt greetings and best wishes to the devotees as the annual Amarnath Yatra commences from July 2, with the fist bateh of pilgrims being flagged off from the Jammu base camp.
1 min |
July 02, 2025
State Times
Summer Camp for children culminated at JU
Summer Camp for Children organized by the Department of Students Welfare University of Jammu culminated here today at Brig. Rajinder Singh Auditorium with spectacular presentations by children. During the camp, children were imparted training of Theatre & Dance by the experts.
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July 02, 2025
State Times
Amarnath Yatra symbolizes J&K's glorious pluralistic legacy: Sadhotra
JAMMU: National Conference Additional General Secretary and Former Minister, Ajay Kumar Sadhotra, on Tuesday described the upcoming Shri Amarnath ji Yatra as a shining embodiment of the rich pluralistic and syneretic heritage of Jammu and Kashmir, expressing hope that this year's pilgrimage will usher in an era of peace, tranquility, and fulfillment of aspirations for the people.
1 min |
July 02, 2025
State Times
Drug network busted; 7 peddlers nabbed, heroin, two sharp edged weapons recovered
In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, Miran Sahib Police apprehended 07 drug peddlers during routine patrolling and naka checking. 'The operation led to the recovery of 160 grams of heroin-like substance, 02 sharp-edged weapons (Tokas), 05 mobile phones, and 27,000 in cash, Besides Swift Dzire Vehicle was also seized.
1 min |
July 02, 2025
State Times
Court grants seven days police remand of Patwari in trap case
Additional Sessions Judge Anticorruption Kathua Parveen Pandoh granted seven days police remand of Liaquat Ali, Patwari, Patwar Halqa Thuthay Chak Tehsil Hiranagar, District Kathua, who was caught red handed by the ACB while accepting Rs 30,000 as bribe money.
1 min |
July 02, 2025
State Times
AIIMS Jammu inaugurates NAFLD screening drive under 'Swasth Bharat, Samriddha Bharat'
AIIMS Jammu celebrated National Doctors' Day 2025 with immense pride and gratitude, honouring the unwavering dedication and self-less service of its medical professionals.
1 min |
July 02, 2025
State Times
DDC member arrested by ACB for taking bribe of Rs 50,000
A District Development Council member was caught red-handed by the Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Tuesday while accepting a bribe of Rs 50,000, an official spokesperson said.
1 min |
July 02, 2025
State Times
Parli Dhar residents protest in Udhampur, demand urgent road repairs
Residents of Block Parli Dhar in Ranmagar Tehsil held a protest on Tuesday in front of the Deputy Commissioner's office in Udhampur, demanding immediate repair of long-neglected roads connecting their villages
1 min |
July 02, 2025
State Times
Jammu Rlys Div collects Rs 3.4 Cr fine from violators
JAMMU: Railway authorities have collected Rs 3.4 crore from fines imposed on violators and illegal passengers travelling on trains in the Jammu Division during June, officials said.
1 min |
July 02, 2025
State Times
Director Horticulture Jammu conducts extensive tour of Samba
Director Horticulture Jammu Gul Sayed conducted an extensive tour of Samba district.
1 min |
July 02, 2025
State Times
Yatri Niwas at Baltal will be dedicated to pilgrims on July 4: LG
On the eve of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Tuesday attended the \"Tawi Aarti! at Tawi Riverfront Jammu.
3 min |
July 02, 2025
State Times
BTSM holds meeting of National Council, nominates Dr. Vivek as President of JK, Ladakh UTs
The two-day National Council meeting of the Bharat Tibet Sahayog Manch (BTSM) was held in Delhi at Shanti Gyan Niketan School in Goyala Dairy, Dwarka.
1 min |
July 02, 2025
State Times
Yuva Rajput Sabha organizes Langar for Shri Amarnath Yatra Pilgrims
A team of Yuva Rajput Sabha, Jammu, led by its President, Bikram Singh, on Tuesday visited the Sankat Mochan Panchmukhi Shree Hanuman Mandir Bhawan of Jammu Yatri Bhawan Trust, situated at B.C. Road, here.
1 min |
July 02, 2025
State Times
DB set-aside life-imprisonment of husband for wife's murder
A Division Bench of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court Comprising Justice Sindhu Sharma and Justice Shahzad Azeem set-aside life-imprisonment of one Maan Chand who was convicted by the Trial Court for murdering his wife Kanta Devi on suspicious that in his absence, deceased had developed extra-marital relations.
1 min |
July 02, 2025
State Times
Vikram Sahay appointed J&K, Ladakh Chief Commissioner of Income Tax
Vikram Sahay, a 1992-batch IRS officer, has been appointed as Chief Commissioner of Income Tax for the Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh.
1 min |
July 02, 2025
State Times
B.M. Kaul assumes charge as Airport Director Jammu
B.M. Kaul, General Manager (Projects), has officially assumed charge as the Airport Director of Jammu Airport. A seasoned Civil Engineer, Kaul is the senior-most officer presently posted at Jammu and brings with him extensive experience gained across various airports during his distinguished career with Airports Authority of India.
1 min |
July 02, 2025
State Times
7 vehicles including 5 dumpers seized for illegal mining
SAMBA: Continuing its drive against illegal mining, Samba Police has seized seven vehicles including five dumpers across the district which were being used for illegal transportation/mining of the construction material.
1 min |
July 02, 2025
State Times
Sham Lal reviews PAI 2.0 implementation, Panchayat Ghar progress
Director Panchayati Raj, Sham Lal on Monday chaired a review meeting with Assistant Commissioners Panchayat (ACPs) to evaluate the implementation of the Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) 2.0, construction of Panchayat Ghars and the co-location of Common Service Centres (CSCs).
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