16/04/2026
Jammu/Srinagar, April 15 (KIP)-Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today said that the government is prioritising employment generation, having referred nearly 30,000 posts and facilitated recruitment of around 15,000 through various agencies over the past year in Jammu and Kashmir.
The Deputy Chief Minister informed this while addressing a large public gathering at Kunzar in the Gulmarg constituency.
He was accompanied by Advisor to Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani, MLA Gulmar...
16/04/2026
Jammu, April 15 (KIP)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a high-level meeting to review the implementation of the UT-wide ‘100 Days Nasha Mukt J&K’ campaign, which was kickstarted by the Lieutenant Governor on April 11 from MA Stadium, Jammu.
The meeting was attended by all Administrative Secretaries designated as District Mentors by the Government, Divisional Commissioner, Jammu/Kashmir, Director, Information; Director, School Education, Jammu/Kashmir; HoDs from Social Welfare an...
16/04/2026
Jammu, April 15 (KIP)-An amalgam of women’s organizations convened a programme titled “Naari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam – Mahila Samvad” at the Central Mahajan Sabha, Shalimar Road, Jammu, to express gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for ensuring enhanced political representation for women through the historic Naari Shakti Vandan Act, 2023.
Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma specially graced the occasion, which witnessed the participation of a wide cross-section of women representat...
14/04/2026
Jammu, April 14 (KIP)-The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Provincial President (Jammu), Rattan Lal Gupta, on Monday forcefully reiterated the party’s demand for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, asserting that the issue is intrinsically linked to the constitutional ethos of cooperative federalism as envisioned by B. R. Ambedkar.
He was addressing a commemorative function held at Sher-e-Kashmir Bhawan, Jammu, to mark the 135th birth anniversary of B. R. Am...
14/04/2026
Jammu/Srinagar, April 14 (KIP)- The 327th Khalsa Sajna Divas, commemorating the historic creation of the Khalsa Panth by Guru Gobind Singh Ji in 1699, was celebrated with deep religious devotion, enthusiasm, and spiritual fervour across the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir today.
In Jammu, the main ceremony was organized by the District Gurudwara Parbandhak Committee (DGPC) Jammu at Gurudwara Guru Nanak Dev Ji, where a large number of devotees, including women and children from vario...
13/04/2026
Bhaderwah, April 13 (KIP)- The first day of the vibrant Baisakhi festival was celebrated by organizing a series of Fairs (Melas) across Bhaderwah Valley, drawing large gatherings of people to the venues. The festival, which holds cultural and agricultural significance, witnessed active participation from locals and visitors alike.
The district administration ensured smooth conduct of the celebrations by extending full cooperation and making proper arrangements for safety, traffic management...
13/04/2026
Jammu, April 13 (KIP)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha extended his heartiest greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Baisakhi, which will be celebrated tomorrow.
In his message, the Lieutenant Governor said: “On the joyous occasion of Baisakhi, I convey my heartiest greetings and best wishes to all.
This harvest festival stands as a solemn reminder of the extraordinary contributions of our farmers whose labor, sacrifice, and dedication sustain the very foundation of ...
13/04/2026
Jammu, April 13 (KIP)- Hon’ble Special Judge, Anti-Corruption Court Srinagar, Shri Tasleem Arif, today pronounced the judgment in case FIR No. 20/2007 of P/S VOK (now ACB). In the said case, the accused, Ghulam Qadir Bhat (then Patwari Halqa Khushipora Zainkot), son of Mohammad Ismail Bhat, resident of Narparistan Fateh Kadal, Srinagar, has been sentenced to one year of imprisonment along with a fine of ₹10,000.
The case, FIR No. 20/2007 under Section 5(2) of the Prevention of Corruptio...
12/04/2026
Jammu, April 12 (KIP)-Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today released the teaser of Dogri feature film Shah Shahni at Press Club Jammu.
Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Chief Minister emphasized that films are one of the most powerful mediums for promotion and preservation of language, culture and heritage. He appreciated the efforts of the filmmakers including its Director, Rajnesh Kumar Gupta for making a Dogri movie and highlighting the regional identity through cinema.
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12/04/2026
Surankote,April 12 (KIP)- Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, today visited Bachaianwali village in Surankote and offered expressed deep condolences to the families of the victims of recent tragic Kuwait accident.
The Minister met the bereaved families and expressed profound grief and sorrow over the untimely and tragic demise of their loved ones.
It is pertinent to mention that six men from Rajouri and Poonch districts had lost the...
12/04/2026
Jammu, April 12 (KIP)-Sat Sharma, J&K BJP President & Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), along with Ashok Koul, General Secretary (Organization) addressed an organizational meeting of senior party leaders at the party headquarters in Trikuta Nagar, Jammu.
The meeting witnessed the participation of senior leaders including Vice-Presidents, General Secretaries, and other office bearers, and focused on reviewing ongoing organizational programmes while strategizing for upcoming party activi...
12/04/2026
Jammu, April 12 (KIP)-A press conference was held today in Jammu, bringing together women leaders and public representatives to highlight the expanding role of women in India’s democratic framework. The interaction took place at the BJP Headquarters, Jammu, where State Spokespersons Purnima Sharma and Rajni Sethi, along with Neha Mahajan, President, Mahila Morcha, and General Secretaries Urvashi Gupta and Poonam Gupta, addressed the media.
The speakers elaborated on the significance o...
10/04/2026
Jammu, April 10 (KIP)-The Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL), in collaboration with Central University of Jammu (CUJ), organised a Punjabi–Dogri Cultural-cum-Music Programme today in the Brigadier Rajinder Singh, MVC Auditorium of the Varsity.
The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from eminent local artists and cultural troupes from district Samba, presenting a rich tapestry of Punjabi and Dogri folk traditions. The audience was enthralled by vibr...
10/04/2026
Jammu,April 10 (KIP)-Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today reiterated the Government’s firm commitment towards ensuring balanced and equitable development of both Jammu and Srinagar cities.
The Deputy Chief Minister made these remarks while interacting with various public and individual delegations at the Civil Secretariat, Jammu.
A delegation led by former MLC, Rattan Lal Gupta, along with Tejinder Pal Singh (Aman) called on the Deputy Chief Minister and highlighted several is...
10/04/2026
Udhampur, April 10 (KIP)-The three-day Divisional-level awareness Programme concluded today with the District Administration Udhampur, in collaboration with School Education Department, organizing a padyatra to promote Nasha Mukt Udhampur Abhiyan, with the message 'Say No to Drugs, Yes to Life.’
The padyatra was flagged off from Domail Chowk by Deputy Commissioner Minga Sherpa in presence of Additional Deputy Commissioner Prem Singh; Joint Director School Education Udhampur–Reasi Dr. Jagdis...
10/04/2026
Jammu, April 09 (KIP)-The second day of the ongoing three-day Divisional Level Awareness Programme unfolded across the length and breadth of Jammu division with a remarkable confluence of creativity, participation and civic consciousness, as schools transformed into vibrant arenas of dialogue and expression.
A diverse array of activities, including poster making, slogan writing, essay writing, awareness sessions and thematic lecture etc were organised in institutions across districts, each...
10/04/2026
Jammu, April 09 (KIP)-Bharatiya Janata Party, Jammu & Kashmir, paid rich tributes to former J&K BJP President and former MLC Daya Krishna Kotwal on his death anniversary at the party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu.
On the occasion, J&K BJP President and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) Sat Sharma, along with General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, offered floral tributes and remembered the immense contribution of the veteran leader towards strengthening the party in Jammu & Kash...