Jammu News

Commissioner STD reviews strategy for new Financial Year

17/04/2026
Jammu, April 16 (KIP)- Commissioner State Taxes Department (STD), P.K. Bhat chaired a meeting here today to review the department’s strategy for the newly commenced financial year. The meeting was attended by Additional Commissioner (Administration & Enforcement), Namrita Dogra and all tax officers of State Taxes Department. During the meeting, detailed deliberations were held on strengthening compliance mechanisms and enhancing deterrence against tax evasion at the circle level. The m...

BJP Mahila Morcha holds massive Nari Shakti Vandan (Mahila Sammelan) at Bishnah

16/04/2026
Bishnah,April 16 (KIP)- BJP Mahila Morcha held a massive Mahila Sammelan in Bishnah Assembly Constituency under party’s organizational District Border. Sammelan was organized in support of the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam in commitment towards women empowerment. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from Matru Shakti, including a remarkable presence of Self Help Group (SHG) sisters and Lakhpati Didis, reflecting widespread support for this historic initiative. The Mahila Sam...

30K posts referred, 15K youth recruited in J&K since last year: Deputy Chief Minister

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...

CS sets outcome-driven agenda for '100-Day Nasha Mukt J&K' Campaign

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...

BJP holds Mahila Samvad on “Naari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam in Jammu

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...

Satish Sharma, Rattan Lal Reaffirms Statehood Demand

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...

DGPC Jammu Celebrates 327th Khalsa Sajna Divas with Devotion and Spiritual Fervour at Gurudwara Yaadgar Guru Nanak Dev Ji

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...

China’s ‘fictitious naming’ won’t change reality: Gaurav slams Beijing over new county near Arunachal, PoK

13/04/2026
Jammu, April 13 (KIP)-BJP spokesperson and Convenor, International Affairs, Gaurav Gupta on Monday launched a blistering attack on China over its latest move to create and rename administrative regions near Arunachal Pradesh and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, calling Beijing a “repeated offender and habitual liar” engaged in “manufacturing geography to suit its expansionist agenda.” Reacting to reports of China establishing a new county—Cenling—in its Xinjiang region near the strategically s...

Deputy CM inspects work on Bridge Project at Meeran Sahi

13/04/2026
Jammu, April 13 (KIP)-The Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary today inspected the ongoing construction work on Rs. 7.42 crore bridge project being executed on the Satwari–R S Pura road at Meeran Sahib, Jammu. During the inspection, the Deputy Chief Minister reviewed the pace and quality of work being executed on the vital infrastructure project. He emphasised the importance of timely completion of the vital project while strictly adhering to the set quality parameters. Highlighting...

Grand celebrations mark first day of Baisakhi Festival at Bhaderwah

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...

Lieutenant Governor, CM & Other Ministers Greet people on Baisakhi

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 ...

Former Patwari Convicted by Anti-Corruption Court Srinagar

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...

BJP Mahila Morcha holds Mega Bike Rally supporting women’s reservation in J&K

12/04/2026
Jammu, April 12 (KIPs)-BJP Mahila Morcha, Jammu & Kashmir, organized a women-led bike rally in strong support of the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam and the provision of 33% reservation for women. The rally witnessed enthusiastic participation from a large number of women riders who raised spirited slogans of “Bharat Mata Ki Jai” and “Nari Shakti Zindabad.” The rally commenced from Mubarak Mandi and culminated at Press Club, Jammu. BJP National General Secretary and Prabhari J&K Tarun Chugh...

Deputy Chief Minister releases teaser of Dogri film “Shah Shahni”

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. ...

Rana visits Surankote, consoles families of Kuwait accident victims

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...

Sat Sharma, Ashok Koul review BJP’s organizational programmes, focus on Nari Shakti

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...

Ravinder asks party workers to keep eye on voter list revision exercise

12/04/2026
Sunderbani, April 12 (KIP)- Former MLC and Chief Spokesperson JKPCC Mr Ravinder Sharma has advised the party workers to keep close watch on the exercise undertaken by the Election authorities for the revision of voter lists and ensure only genuine voters are registered. Addressing a largely attended workers meeting of prominent functionaries of Blocks Sunderbani, Devak and Siot at Sunderbani today, Mr Sharma also demanded that all dead ,double and factious voters should be deleted by t...

BJP announces Bike Rally to Celebrate Nari Shakti and Democratic Participation

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...

Congress has expressed concern over fire incident at Dangail, Machail Kishtwar

11/04/2026
Jammu,April 11 (KIP)-Congress has expressed concern over the fire incident at village Dangail in Machail area of Kishtwar district, in which the house of one Sonam Nurboo has been completely gutted & destroyed besides some other damages in the locality. In a statement JKPCC Chief Shri Tariq Hameed Karra has said that as per reports from the area and inputs from local Congress leaders ,the fire incident has completely burnt the double storey house into ashes destroying the entire...

Jammu Rural Congress Holds Crucial Meeting of Block Presidents

11/04/2026
Jammu, April 11 (KIP)- A significant meeting of Block Presidents of Jammu Rural District Congress was organized by District President Neeraj Kundan. The meeting was chaired by Working President Raman Bhalla,and focused on strengthening the party organization at the grassroots level in preparation for the upcoming Panchayat and Urban Local Bodies elections. Working President of JKPCC, Raman Bhalla, graced the meeting as the chief guest and gave a stirring address. Former Minister GM Saroori a...

Bharat Priye stopped at Bhambla while heading to support Shiv Khori traders’ stir

11/04/2026
Reasi, April 11 (KIP)-Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) Kisan Congress Chairman Bharat Priye was on Saturday stopped at Bhambla by the district administration while he was on his way to Ransoo to express solidarity with protesting shopkeepers and traders.Ransoo, the base camp of the revered Shiv Khori shrine in Reasi district, has been witnessing a complete shutdown amid ongoing protests by traders demanding an extension of daily pilgrimage hours. The agitating traders ha...

JK LG & CM express grief over loss of lives of J&K residents in Kuwait road accident

11/04/2026
Jammu, April 10 (KIP)-JK Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister expressed grief and anguish over the loss of lives of residents from Poonch and Rajouri in a tragic road accident in Kuwait. In a condolence message, the Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has said: "The news of the tragic road accident in Kuwait is heart-wrenching.In this hour of grief, my thoughts and prayers are with the families who have lost their loved ones. I have directed the officials to extend all ...

JKAACL, CUJ organise Vibrant Punjabi–Dogri Cultural & Music Programme

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...

Govt committed to equitable development of Jammu, Srinagar cities: Deputy Chief Minister

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...

DC Kathua reviews arrangements for JKSSB Junior Assistant Examination

10/04/2026
Kathua, April 10 (KIP)-Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma today reviewed the arrangements for the smooth conduct of the upcoming JKSSB examination at a meeting held in the DC Office Complex, here. The JKSSB written examination for the post of Junior Assistant is scheduled to be held on April 19, 2026. The Deputy Commissioner held a detailed discussion with concerned officers regarding the arrangements being put in place to ensure the seamless conduct of the examination. It was infor...

3-day Divisional-level awareness programme concludes in Udhampur

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...

Day 2 of Divisional Awareness Drive witnesses widespread civic engagement across Jammu Division

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...

J&K BJP pays rich tributes to its former President Daya Krishan Kotwal

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...

Northern Railway adds extra 3AC Coach to Rajdhani to ease rush

09/04/2026
Jammu, April 09 (KIP)- In view of heavy passenger rush and long waiting lists, the Jammu Division of Northern Railway has decided to attach an additional 3AC coach to Train No. 12425/12426 (Rajdhani Express) to facilitate smoother travel and improve chances of confirmed ticket availability.As per the decision, the additional coach will be attached to Train No. 12426 (Rajdhani Express) for the period from April 11 to April 24, ensuring enhanced comfort and better accommodation for passengers...

Rattan Lal Highlights Omar Govt’s Development Push

09/04/2026
Jammu, April 09 (KIP)-In a strong push to position Jammu as a vibrant destination on the national tourism map, Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Provincial President Rattan Lal Gupta today highlighted the proactive efforts of the Chief Minister Omar Abdullah led government to upgrade and expand critical facilities across the region. Addressing a meeting of Block No. 3, Jammu South, Gupta underscored the government’s commitment to transforming Jammu into a hub of cultural and tou...