Jammu News

M.K. Rana Criticises BJP-led Central Government Over “False Promises” on Development

17/08/2026
Jammu, August 17 (KIP)- Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Joint Secretary, Central Zone, M.K. Rana, today criticised the BJP-led Central Government, alleging that it has failed to fulfil its promises regarding development in Jammu and Kashmir. Addressing a gathering at Lower Ranjan, Ward No. 4, Block Mathwar, Rana highlighted the development initiatives undertaken by the Omar Abdullah-led government. He said the government is working towards expediting development, including various s...

Centre’s Step-Motherly Treatment of Non-BJP Governments is an Insult to People’s Mandate

17/08/2026
Jammu,August 17 (KIP)-Senior National Conference leader and Provincial President Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta, today accused the BJP-led Union Government of adopting a step-motherly attitude towards governments that have been elected with a popular mandate but do not belong to the BJP. Gupta was interacted with party functionaries and workers at the new Provincial Office of Jammu and Kashmir National Conference which shifted from Sher-e- Kashmir Bhavan to Gandhi Nagar, Jammu in the ...

Lieutenant Governor t released the Dogri song ‘Chitta’

17/08/2026
Jammu, August 16 (KIP)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today released the Dogri song ‘Chitta’-– A musical call for a drug-free Jammu Kashmir. The song was penned, composed and sung by Happy Jasrotia Narsinghewala and is directed by Neeraj NJ. The Lieutenant Governor congratulated Happy Jasrotia Narsinghewala and the entire team for highlighting the growing menace of drug abuse in Jammu Kashmir and its devastating impact on the youth, families and society at large. Shri Zorawar Sing...

Javed Rana reviews construction of EMRS, Irrigation Department building at Bhera

16/08/2026
Poonch, August 16 (KIP)-Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, today inspected the ongoing construction work of the Eklavya Model Residential School (EMRS) at Bhera, Mendhar and reviewed the infrastructural requirements of the institution. During the visit, the Minister interacted with the students of EMRS and gave a patient hearing to their issues, demands and requirements. He assured the students that all necessary measures would be tak...

Gandhinagar Morning Walkers celebrate I-day

16/08/2026
Jammu, August 16 (KIP)- Despite rains, the Gandhinagar Morning Walkers Association celebrated 80th Independence Day with great national fervor and gaiety on 15th August at Greenbelt Park. About 250 members attended the Flag Hoisting function, many under the shelter of umbrellas. The President of the Association, Er. Chandra Uday and Chief Organiser Vijay Phoa jointly hoisted the Tiranga. The morning walkers jointly sung Vandemataram followed by national anthem. The children accompanying t...

Deputy CM Surinder Choudhary hoists National Flag at M.A. Stadium Jammu on 80th Independence Day

15/08/2026
Jammu, August 15 (KIP)- Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Kumar Choudhary today hoisted the National Flag at M.A. Stadium here on the occasion of 80th Independence Day. The Deputy Chief Minister inspected the parade and took salute from the participating contingents. Addressing the gathering, the Deputy Chief Minister extended warm greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir and the nation on the 80th Independence Day and paid rich tributes to the freedom fighters and martyrs who made ...

Kathua celebrates 80th Independence Day celebrated with patriotic fervour

15/08/2026
Kathua, August 15 (KIP)-The 80th Independence Day was celebrated with patriotic fervour at Sports Stadium Kathua, where Minister for FCS&CA, IT, Youth Services and Sports, Science and Technology Satish Sharma hoisted the National Flag at Sports Stadium Kathua. The Minister took salute from the impressive march-past presented by the contingents of police, Security Forces, Forest, NCC and school students. MLA Kathua Dr. Bharat Bhushan, Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma, SSP Kathua Mo...

Gupta hoisted the National Flag and Calls for Strengthening Amity and Pluralistic Ethos

15/08/2026
Jammu, August 15 (KIP)-The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference celebrated the 80th Independence Day with great enthusiasm, patriotic fervour and a spirit of unity at Sher-e-Kashmir Bhawan, Jammu. On the occasion, Rattan Lal Gupta, Provincial President, J&K National Conference, hoisted the National Flag in the presence of Ajay Kumar Sadhotra former minister and Additional General Secretary, Arjun Singh Raju Hon’ble MLA Ramban, Ch. Khursheed Ahmed Hon’ble MLA Mahore, Sheikh Bashir Ahm...

Divyangjan’s Tiranga Rally & Rangoli contest mark Tiranga Mahotsav

14/08/2026
Jammu August 14,(KIP)-The Central Government Pensioners’ Welfare Association (CGPWA) Jammu, alongside the N K Jain Foundation and Pharose Remedies Ltd, today celebrated Tiranga Mahotsav-26 with the specially-abled (Divyangjan) students of the School for Hearing Handicapped, run by J&K Samaj Kalyan Kendra (SKK). The Additional Dy Commissioner, Jammu Ms Ansuya Jamwal was the chief Guest while former DGP Dr Ashok Bhan, a life member of SKK was the Guest of Honour. Dr Bhan flagged off the Tira...

NC nominated Office bearers of Central Zone YNC

14/08/2026
Jammu,August 14 (KIP)- As approved by Mr Rattan Lal Gupta Provincial President Jammu. Sardar Tejinder Pal Singh Aman Provincial President Jammu Youth National Conference has nominated the following Office bearers of Central Zone Committee Youth National Conference. Mr. Hameed Choudhary has been nominated as President Central Zone YNC. Mr Rohit Dogra, Mr Yasir Ahsan, Mr Deepak Khajuria and Mr Amir Ansari as Vice Presidents Central Zone YNC. Mr Sumit Singh Jamwal and Mr ...

JKTPO organises Virtual E-Commerce Seller Onboarding Drive on Flipkart Samarth

14/08/2026
Jammu, August 14 (KIP)-The Jammu & Kashmir Trade Promotion Organization (JKTPO), under the aegis of the Industries & Commerce Department, Government of Jammu & Kashmir, organized a Virtual E-Commerce Seller Onboarding Drive on the Flipkart Samarth Platform today, with the objective of facilitating digital market access and enabling artisans, MSMEs and other enterprises of Jammu & Kashmir to leverage e-commerce for expanding their market reach and business opportunities. The virtual program...

Tiranga Rally taken out in Jammu ahead of Independence Day

14/08/2026
Jammu, August 14 (KIP)-The District Administration Jammu today organized a Tiranga Rally, reinforcing the message of Har Ghar Tiranga campaign and encouraging citizens to proudly display the National Flag at their homes and actively participate in the Independence Day celebrations. The Rally started from Gulshan Ground and concluded at Shri Maharaja Hari Singh Ji Park, coming via Tawi Bridge. The mega procession comprising hundreds of students and general public was graced by Member of ...

High-Level Study on Demographic Changes in J&K Will Strengthen Evidence-Based Governance

14/08/2026
Jammu, August 13 (KIP)-BJP Jammu & Kashmir State Secretary Pawan Sharma welcomed the Centre’s decision to undertake a high-level study on demographic changes in Jammu & Kashmir, describing it as a constructive and forward-looking initiative that reflects the Modi Government’s commitment to evidence-based governance, balanced development and the welfare of every section of society. Sharma said the proposed study provides an important opportunity to develop a comprehensive understanding of t...

Sakeena Itoo inaugurates CT Scan Machine at SMGS Hospital

12/08/2026
Jammu, August 12 (KIP)- Minister for Health & Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today visited the SMGS Hospital, Shalamar and Chest Diseases Hospital, Bakshi Nagar, Jammu were she inaugurated key healthcare and academic infrastructure projects aimed at further strengthening medical services and facilities for the people. At SMGS Hospital Shalamar, Health Minister inaugurated a newly installed 160-Multi Slice CT Scan machine, which is expected to significantly ...

CM Omar Abdullah approves ₹5.15 Cr project for Gurudwara Charan Kamal Sahib at Bakhta

12/08/2026
Srinagar, August 12 (KIP)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has approved a ₹5.15 crore project for the comprehensive development of the historic Gurudwara Charan Kamal Sahib at Bakhta in Kathua district. The project envisages the construction of a new Langar Hall and Prayer Hall, besides provision of modern civic amenities for devotees visiting the revered shrine. The initiative marks another significant step towards strengthening pilgrimage infrastructure in Jammu and Kashmir while ensuring...

Release 2-day training for Census 2027 Phase-II concludes at Kathua

12/08/2026
Kathua, August 12 (KIP)-The two-day training programme for Census 2027 Phase II, with special focus on enumeration in snow-bound and difficult-to-access areas, concluded today at Kathua. The concluding session was presided over by Deputy Commissioner Kathua and Principal Census Officer Rajesh Sharma, who emphasised the need for meticulous planning, accurate enumeration and strict adherence to the prescribed Census procedures to ensure complete and reliable coverage of the population in sn...

Bypassing gram sabha recommendations in framing plans is violations of norms- Ravinder Sharma

12/08/2026
Jammu, August 12 (KIP)-J&K Pradesh Congress Committee Chief Spokesperson and former MLC Mr Ravinder Sharma advocate has expressed strong resentment over the neglect of gram Sabha recommendations in the formulation of developmental plans in several Assembly segments on political considerations and termed it as illegal and violations of all settled norms in democracy. Reacting to the unrest amongst the common people especially the former PRIs regarding the framing of developmental plans aga...

BJP losing ground in Jammu region due to its anti-people policies: Rattan Lal

12/08/2026
Jammu, August 12 (KIP)-Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Additional General Secretary Jammu and former minister Ajay Kumar Sadhotra said that the Omar Abdullah-led Government is committed to equitable development of all regions and sections of Jammu and Kashmir and will continue to raise the voice of the people. He appealed to the newly joined members and party workers to strengthen the organisational base of the National Conference at the grassroots level and work unitedly fo...

Govt ITI R.S. Pura Observed International Youth Day 2026 with HIV/AIDS Awareness Programme

12/08/2026
R.S. Pur,August 12 (KIP)- Government Industrial Training Institute (Govt ITI), R.S. Pura, observed International Youth Day 2026 with a special awareness programme on HIV/AIDS. This year’s theme was “Local Actions, Global Impact – Empowering Youth for a Sustainable Future.” The programme was organized under the guidance of the Superintendent, Govt ITI R.S. Pura Sr. Amandeep Singh with the participation of faculty members and trainees. Addressing the trainees, the Superintendent del...

Kitchen Cabinet Expansion Unlikely, Says BJP Spokesperson Dr. Abhijeet Jasrotia

12/08/2026
Jammu, August 12 (KIP)-BJP spokesperson Dr. Abhijeet Jasrotia, in a press statement issued today, said it is unlikely that Chief Minister Omar Abdullah will expand or reshuffle his cabinet in the near future. Dr. Jasrotia said the recent snubbing of an NC MLA in the House reflects Omar Abdullah's intent to continue relying on his inner circle. He added that the recent selection of candidates for the Rajya Sabha further exposed this pattern, with only those enjoying personal proximity to Om...

Women’s concerns deserve priority and sensitive attention: Sanjita Dogra

11/08/2026
Jammu, August 11 (KIP)-BJP General Secretary and Headquarters Incharge Sanjita Dogra, during her weekly sitting at Pt. Premnath Dogra Bhawan, Kachi Chawni, Jammu, on Tuesday, listened to the grievances and concerns of a large number of women from different areas of Jammu province. Women from various areas apprised Sanjita Dogra of issues concerning civic amenities, welfare schemes, pensions, employment, electricity, water supply and other matters affecting their daily lives. She gave a p...

Ashok Koul reviews functioning of BJP Cells

11/08/2026
Jammu, August 11 (KIP)-J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul chaired a meeting of the Convenors and Co-Convenors of various Cells of the party at the BJP Headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, to review their organizational functioning, assess the performance of different Cells, and preparations for the upcoming Tiranga campaign across Jammu & Kashmir. J&K BJP General Secretaries Baldev Singh Billawaria and Gopal Mahajan, All Cells Convenor Ved Sharma, Co-Convenor All Cells Mu...

Sat Sharma raises women's financial empowerment in Rajya Sabha

11/08/2026
New Delhi, August 11 (KIP)-BJP J&K President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma (CA) raised the issue of the Mahila Samman Savings Certificate (MSSC) Scheme in the Rajya Sabha through an unstarred question, seeking details of women’s financial empowerment in Jammu & Kashmir through government initiative. Seeking to evaluate the scheme's reach among women, particularly those in rural and economically weaker sections, Sat Sharma sought detailed information on the number of beneficiaries, the fi...

Office Secretary BJP ST Morcha leader Zulifqar Ali Mumtaz leads Tiranga rally

11/08/2026
Mendhar, August 11 (KIP)-BJP leader and State Vice President of the ST Morcha, Zulifqar Ali Mumtaz, on Monday organised a grand Tiranga Rally and “Har Ghar Tiranga” campaign in Mendhar town of Poonch district as part of the nationwide celebrations leading up to Independence Day. The rally witnessed enthusiastic participation from party workers, youth, women, local residents, and social activists, who marched through the main streets of Mendhar carrying the national flag and raising patriotic ...

Why to bypass vast border belt of Akhnoor, Sunderbani, Nowshera from Railway link- Congress asks BJP

11/08/2026
Jammu/Sunderbani ,August 11 (KIP)-J&K Pradesh Congress Committee has questioned the ruling BJP as to why the vast border belt from Jammu Rajouri via Akhnoor, Chhamb/Chowkichoura- Sunderbani- Nowshera has been totally bypassed and ignored in the long proposed railway connectivity to Rajouri- Poonch from Jammu and demanded immediate sanction of the pending project or face the ire of people. Reacting strongly to the move of the centre government to bypass& abondon the original survey of...

J&K ACB registered Case against the then Patwari, Patwar Halqa Trigam, Kishtwar

11/08/2026
Jammu, August 11 (KIP)-Anti-Corruption Bureau has registered a case FIR No.02/2026 u/s 7 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 (as amended) P/S ACB Doda against accused person namely Mohd Arif Mir, the then Patwari, Patwar Halqa Trigam S/o Ghulam Abbas Mir R/o Malipeth, Near Grid Station, Kishtwar on the basis of complaint. The case was initiated following a verification conducted by the ACB DKR Jammu into the allegations that the said Patwari, Patwar Halqa Trigam being a public servan...

Govt approves ₹5.78 Cr for restoration, preservation of historic Lah Wali Bowli in Rajouri

11/08/2026
Srinagar, August 11 (KIP)-The Government of Jammu & Kashmir has approved ₹5.78 crore for the comprehensive restoration and preservation of the historic Lah Wali Bowli in Rajouri, marking another significant step towards safeguarding J&K’s rich architectural and cultural heritage. The conservation project will focus on restoring the historic stepwell and its architectural features while preserving its cultural character and historical significance. The initiative is also aimed at enhancing ...

Deaf’s Nani institutes Scholarship for 5 SKK Divyang

11/08/2026
Jammu, August 11 (KIP)-A grandmother (Nani) of a hearing-impaired child, Dulari Uppal, instituted a scholarship for similar students of the Samaj Kalyan Kendra’s ( SKK)run School for hearing Handicapped. Each of the five selected Divyang will receive an amount equivalent to one hundred Singapore dollars annually, one hundred dollars per Divyang. Named the Dulari Uppal Divyang Scholarship for Excellence, five hearing handicapped students will be selected annually based on agreed criteria....

SOS Int’l submits detailed Memo to Panel on Demographic Changes

11/08/2026
Jammu, August 11 (KIP)- A high-level delegation of SOS International – An Organisation for PoJK Displaced Persons, led by its Chairman Rajiv Chuni, today submitted a detailed memorandum to the Panel on Demographic Changes headed by Hon’ble Justice Prakash Prabhakar Naolekar (Retd.) at Jammu. The delegation comprised Prof. N.N. Sharma (Vice Chairman), Shri Vinod Kumar Datta (General Secretary), Bhai Ram Singh (Secretary) and Shri Ved Raj Bali (Secretary). The memorandum places on record the...

Dulari Uppal Divyang Scholarship for Excellence launched

11/08/2026
Jammu, August 10 (KIP)-At a simple but impressive function, a philanthropic family of Jammu today launched a scholarship for divyang students of economically poor background. Named as Dulari Uppal Divyang Scholarship for Excellence, every year five hearing handicapped students will be selected as per agreed criterion and paid Rs 7400 each. The Promoter Smt Dulari Uppal will be providing Rs 37000 for this scholarship annually. As per the arrangement, she will provide funds equivalent to 500 ...