Jammu News

BJP protests against compulsory Urdu for Naib Tehsildar Posts

30/06/2025
Jammu, June 30 (KIP)-Senior leaders and party cadre of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu & Kashmir, held a strong protest demonstration at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Chowk (Panama Chowk), Jammu, expressing deep resentment over the recent decision to make Urdu language compulsory for the newly advertised Naib Tehsildar posts. The protest saw widespread participation from six organizational districts of BJP, namely Jammu, Jammu South, Jammu North, Jammu Border, Akhnoor, and Kashmir Displaced. ...

NC exposes failure of LG Admin in utilisation of development funds: Rattan Lal

30/06/2025
Jammu, June 30 (KIP)- Advocate Rattan Lal Gupta, Provincial President of Jammu and Kashmir National Conference, has raised serious concern over the failure of the LG administration in utilising funds meant for the development as well as the construction of underground bunkers in border areas, as revealed through a recent RTI. He shocked over utilization of only 53% of the central funds allocated over the past five years have been spent under the LG led administration, which is a matter of s...

Directorate of Economics & Statistics, Jammu celebrates 19th National Statistics Day

30/06/2025
Jammu, June 29 (KIP)-The Directorate of Economics & Statistics, Jammu, under the guidance of Director General Economics & Statistics, J&K, Satvir Kour Sudan commemorated the 19th National Statistics Day today, aligning with the nationwide observance dedicated to the birth anniversary of Professor Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis, the pioneer of modern statistics in India. The theme for 2025 is “Celebrating 75 Years of National Sample Survey” marking the significant contribution of the National S...

Satish Sharma flags off “Run for Peace and Innovation” at University of Jammu

29/06/2025
Jammu, June 29 (KIP)-In a powerful demonstration of youth empowerment, innovation and communal harmony, the “Run for Peace and Innovation” was organised today at the University of Jammu by the Department of Tourism in collaboration with the Chamber of Commerce, India. Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Transport, Youth Services and Sports, Satish Sharma, flagged off the run in presence of senior officials, academicians, entrepreneurs and hundreds of enthusiastic students...

J&K Petroleum Dealers Association calls on Controller Legal Metrology J&K

29/06/2025
Jammu, June 28 (KIP)-The members of the Jammu and Kashmir Petroleum Dealers Association called on the Controller Legal Metrology J&K, Rajinder Singh Tara. The delegation led by President Rahul Gupta discussed challenges currently faced by Petroleum dealers across the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The delegation emphasized the importance of the need for collaborative and proactive efforts to ensure smooth functioning and service delivery and handed over a gist of issues requiring...

DHSJ reviews seasonal disease preparedness across Jammu Division

29/06/2025
Jammu, June 28 (KIP)- A video conference was held today by the Directorate of Health Services Jammu to assess the preparedness for water-borne diseases and snake bite management across Jammu Division. The meeting was chaired by Director Health Services Jammu Dr. Abdul Hamid Zargar and attended by Chief Medical Officers and Medical Superintendents from across the division. The meeting was initiated by State Surveillance Officer, IDSP Jammu Division, Dr. Harjeet Rai who stressed upon th...

DC Kathua reviews progress of School Infrastructure Works

29/06/2025
Kathua, June 28 (KIP)-Deputy Commissioner Kathua, Dr. Rakesh Minhas today chaired a review meeting to assess the progress of development works being executed in the Education Sector by the Public Works Department (PWD) and Rural Engineering Wing (REW). The meeting was held in the Video Conference Room of the DC Office Complex and was attended by Chief Planning Officer, Ranjit Thakur; Chief Education Officer, Mangat Ram Sharma; Engineers of PWD from Kathua, Basohli, Billawar and Hiranagar di...

Omar Abdullah-led Govt committed to youth welfare & empowerment: Javid Dar

29/06/2025
Jammu, June 28 (KIP)- Javid Ahmad Dar, Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Cooperative, and Election, today reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of the Omar Abdullah-led government towards the welfare and empowerment of youth. He said the government is focused on creating sustainable livelihood opportunities that allow young people to lead lives of dignity and self-reliance. The minister was addressing a day-long Youth National Conference (YNC) con...

Sat Sharma urges ground-level expansion, social inclusion & constructive activism in BJP outreach campaign

29/06/2025
Jammu,June 28 (KIP)-The Jammu & Kashmir Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) conducted an important organizational review meeting at its party headquarters in Trikuta Nagar, Jammu. The meeting was chaired by J&K BJP President Sat Sharma accompanied by General Secretary and MLA Dr. Devinder Kumar Manyal. The review session witnessed the presence of several senior party leaders and office bearers including J&K BJP Treasurer Prabhat Singh Jamwal, former Mayor Baldev Singh Billawaria, District Prabh...

GL Raina questions silence of Mehbooba, Farooq & Omar Abdullah

29/06/2025
Jammu,June 28 (KIP)-Your silence is deafening and is a crime against humanity, Girdhari Lal Raina tells politicians, civil society members and social leaders of Kashmir. In a statement the Former MLC and spokesperson of BJP Jammu Kashmir Union territory lamented the studied silence of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and National Conference president Dr. Farooq Abdullah besides PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti over the rape of a seventy year old widow tourist from Maharashtra. You leave no chance to comm...

Div Com, IGP Jammu interact with Civil Society Jammu, seek cooperation for smooth Amarnath pilgrimage

27/06/2025
Jammu, June 27 (KIP)- Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar and Inspector General of Police, Bhim Sen Tuti, today held a meeting with prominent members of the civil society of Jammu to discuss the arrangements and seek their cooperation for smooth conduct of Shri Amarnathji Yatra (SANJY) 2025, starting on July 2, 2025 from Yatri Niwas Bhagwati Nagar, Jammu. The meeting attended by senior officials from Civil and Police administration and representatives of religious organizations tra...

RTI Activist Urges Visiting Panel to Amend Central Act, Introduce Timeframe for Second Appeals

27/06/2025
Jammu ,June 27 (KIP)- Noted RTI activist S. Balvinder Singh has formally appealed to the Hon’ble Anurag-led Parliamentary Panel, scheduled to visit the Union Territory from July 28, urging a critical review of the implementation of the Right to Information Act, 2005 in Jammu & Kashmir. According to a recent media report, the Panel—among other engagements—is also expected to assess the functioning of the RTI framework during its visit. In this context, Mr. Singh has drawn attention to the s...

Congress to intensify movement for statehood :Nasir

27/06/2025
Srinagar, June 26 (KIP)- AICC General Secretary Incharge J&K & Ladakh affairs Dr Sayeed Naseer Hussain has said that the party shall intensify the struggle for restoration of statehood to J&K. Addressing a press conference at PCC HQ Srinagar today, Dr Naseer lashed out at the BJP and Centre government for delay in granting statehood to J&K, after committing the same in Parliament and before the Supreme Court. Flanked by JKPCC President Tariq Hameed Karra, AICC General Secretar...

Massive Infra Boost for J&K: BJP Credits PM

27/06/2025
Jammu, June 26 (KIP)-J&K BJP spokespersons addressed a press conference today at the party headquarters, celebrating the Centre’s sanctioning of ₹10,637 crore worth of infrastructure projects, including two strategically significant tunnels—Pir Ki Gali Tunnel on Mughal Road and Sadhna Tunnel on the Kupwara Highway. BJP Spokesperson Arun Gupta, addressing the media, said the sanctioning of such high-magnitude projects is the result of “intense and continuous efforts” by the J&K BJP unit in ...

GCOE Jammu observes Int’l Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking 2025

27/06/2025
Jammu, June 26 (KIP)-: Government College of Education Jammu today joined the global community in observing the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking with a powerful series of events aimed at raising awareness among students and staff about the dangers of Drug Abuse. The College’s NCORD Committee coordinated the activities under the guidance of the College Principal Dr. Jyoti Parihar and convener Prof. Sunanda Rani along with the committee members. The event beg...

Dr Tahir Chowdhary hails Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla’s ISS Mission

25/06/2025
Jammu, June 25 (KIP)-J&K BJP spokesperson Dr Tahir Chowdhary on Wednesday lauded Shubhanshu Shukla’s historic journey to the International Space Station (ISS), calling it a monumental moment that marks India’s glorious return to human spaceflight after 41 years. Reacting to the successful launch of Axiom-4 mission from the Kennedy Space Centre, Dr Tahir said the event has "reignited the spirit of scientific achievement and national pride across the length and breadth of India, including th...

IGP Jammu Zone conducts review meeting

24/06/2025
Jammu, June 24 (KIP)-The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Jammu Zone, Sh. Bhim Sen Tuti, IPS, chaired a security review meeting at the Zonal Police Headquarters (ZPHQ), Jammu. The meeting was convened to assess counter-terrorism efforts, capacity building, and strategic direction for the Zone. Senior police officers, including all Range DIsG, District SSsP, SO to IGP Jammu, SSP Special Ops & Trg, all SsP (Operations), DySsP (Operations) of Jammu Zone, and PS/PA to IGP Jammu, attended the ...

Dual Governance & Administrative Chaos Harmful for J&K and Nation: Ajay Sadhotra

24/06/2025
Dual Governance & Administrative Chaos Harmful for J&K and Nation: Ajay Sadhotra Jammu, June 24 (KIP)- Sounding the alarm over the deepening crisis in governance and democracy, Ajay Sadhotra, Additional General Secretary of JKNC and former Minister, today said that dual governance and administrative chaos unleashed by the BJP-led Central Government is not only detrimental to Jammu and Kashmir but also poses a grave threat to the democratic fabric of the entire nation. The forme...

New Road, Tunnel projects will play crucial role in border security: Sat Sharma

24/06/2025
Jammu,June 24 (KIP)-Sat Sharma, CA, President of the Jammu and Kashmir BJP, stated that the Central Government, has given a historic push to infrastructure in the strategically sensitive Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir by approving 19 mega road and tunnel projects worth ₹10,637 crore. These projects, he said, will not only ensure improved regional connectivity, road safety, and all-weather access, but will also prove to be a decisive step in strengthening India’s border security. Sp...

Jandial re-elected President, Vaid Gen Secy of J&K SKK

24/06/2025
Jammu, June 23 (KIP)- At the 42nd AGM of the J&K Samaj Kalyan Kendra, Jammu (SKK) held here today, K B Jandial was re-elected as its President and J K Vaid General Secretary unanimously for the next three years. This is Jandial’s 4th term as President and Vaid’s 7th term as General Secretary. Brig ( Dr) Rakesh Khajuria ( R), nephew of the founder of the SKK late Dr. R R Khajuria, was unanimously elected as the Vice President while H N Raina and M N Sharma were re-elected as Secretary and Tr...

Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra:JMC Commissioner reviews arrangements

24/06/2025
Jammu, June 23 (KIP)-Commissioner, Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC), Dr. Devansh Yadav, who is also Chief Executive Officer Jammu Smart City Limited today conducted an extensive inspection of the lodgement centres set up for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY-2025) pilgrims across Jammu city. During the visit, the Commissioner assessed arrangements at prominent lodgement centres including Shri Ram Mandir (Purani Mandi), Geeta Bhawan Parade, Mahajan Sabha, Shalimar Road, Trikuta Complex, Yatr...

BJP J&K pays heartfelt tributes to Dr. Shyama Prasad Mookherjee on Balidan Diwas

24/06/2025
Jammu, June 23 (KIP)-The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu & Kashmir paid heartfelt tributes to Dr. Shyama Prasad Mookherjee on his Balidan Diwas through a series of programmes organized at the organizational district level across Jammu and Kashmir. J&K BJP President Sat Sharma, accompanied by Vice-President & MLA Yudhvir Sethi, Secretary Ayodhya Gupta, District Prabhari Rajiv Charak, District President Adv Rajesh Gupta, Spokesperson Rajni Sethi, Munish Khajuria, Parmod Kapahi, and oth...

DC reviews arrangements for pilgrims of Shri Machail Mata Yatra

24/06/2025
Kishtwar,June 23 (KIP)-Deputy Commissioner Pankaj Kumar Sharma visited the revered Shree Chandi Mata Darbar in Machail today, where he paid obeisance and took stock of the arrangements for Shri Machail Mata Yatra 2025, scheduled to commence on July 25, 2025. The DC evaluated key infrastructure and amenities including sanitation, water supply, electricity and road connectivity, expressing satisfaction with the progress made so far. He informed the road to Machail is complete upto Chishot...

Robroo Theatre Stages Habba Khatoon in Dogri

24/06/2025
New Delhi, June 23 (KIP)- In a remarkable fusion of cultural artistry and linguistic revival, Robroo Theatre, Delhi, staged the Dogri-language play Habba Khatoon at the Blank Canvas Auditorium, LTG, earning widespread acclaim for its powerful portrayal of Kashmir’s beloved poetess through the lens of Jammu’s vibrant Dogri culture. Written and directed by eminent playwright and theatre stalwart Kajal Suri, Habba Khatoon marks a significant cultural milestone: it is the first Dogri-language ...

PHDCCI Delegation Meets Municipal Commissioner to Discuss Draft City Logistics Plan

22/06/2025
Jammu, June 22 (KIP)-A delegation of PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry Jammu Region Chapter (PHDCCIJRC) ,comprising of its Chairman Rakesh Wazir, Former Chairman Vikrant Kothiala, and Deputy Resident Director Kartik Pratap Singh, while speaking and elaborating in the meeting convened by Municipal Commissioner Jammu,Devansh Yadav, wherein other officer including Addl.District Development Commissioner,Jammu Sher Singh,Project Director National Highway Authority of India Anuj Kumar,Joint Com...

Induction of Urdu in Naib Tehsildar Exam unconstitutional and unacceptable: Arun Prabhat

22/06/2025
Jammu, June 22 (KIP)-Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) held a press conference at party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, in strong opposition to the Jammu and Kashmir Government’s controversial decision to include Urdu as a compulsory subject in the recently notified Naib Tehsildar recruitment 2025. During his address Arun Prabhat lambasted the current National Conference government for intentionally killing the spirit of equal opportunity and meritocracy. This biased decision reveals a mi...

DC Reasi finalises arrangements for annual Kousar Nag Yatra

22/06/2025
REASI,June 21 (KIP)- Deputy Commissioner (DC) Nidhi Malik chaired a comprehensive review meeting today to finalize arrangements for the annual Kousar Nag Yatra. The meeting aimed to ensure a safe, smooth and well-organized pilgrimage for the devotees. The Kousar Nag Yatra is an annual 4 day yatra that commences from the District Reasi. The Deputy Commissioner emphasised the need for meticulous planning and stressed the importance of close coordination among all departments to facilitate ...

DLSA Udhampur organises yoga session to mark International Day of Yoga

22/06/2025
Udhampur,June 21 (KIP)- District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Udhampur, under the guidance and supervision of Principal District & Sessions Judge (Chairman DLSA) Virinder Singh Bhou and Secretary DLSA Dr. Smriti Sharma, celebrated International Yoga Day with great enthusiasm at the District Court Complex. The program saw active participation from the judicial officers, Legal Aid Defense Counsel (LADCs), Panel Lawyers, judicial staff and Para Legal Volunteers (PLVs). The program commenc...

Kathua celebrates 11th International Day of Yoga amid overwhelming public participation

22/06/2025
Kathua, June 21 (KIP)-The 11th International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2025 was celebrated amid great fervour and enthusiastic public participation across the district of Kathua. The main event was organised at the Sports Stadium by the District Administration in collaboration with the Department of AYUSH and other allied departments. The venue witnessed a massive turnout of people from all walks of life who gathered in the wee hours, braving intermittent rain showers to take part in the yoga sessio...

Reasi Admin celebrates International Yoga Day 2025 with series of events

22/06/2025
Reasi, June 21 (KIP)-The District Administration Reasi, in collaboration with the AYUSH Department, celebrated International Yoga Day 2025 with great enthusiasm across the district to promote its integration into daily life to enhance individual well-being and foster a harmonious relationship with the environment as envisaged in this year’s global theme- “Yoga for One Earth, One Health.” The highlight of the day was a special yoga session held at the ViewPoint of the iconic Chenab Rail Bri...