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BJP Mahila Morcha Holds Empowering Women-Centric Programmes in Doda

13/12/2025
Jammu, December 12 (KIP)- The Bharatiya Janata Party Mahila Morcha today conducted a series of significant programmes in District Doda under the leadership of Advocate Neha Mahajan, State President BJP Mahila Morcha J&K alongwith general secretaries Er Urvashi Gupta and Poonam Gupta. The day’s proceedings began with an organisational meeting attended by women Karyakartas from various mandals, where discussions focused on strengthening booth-level coordination, accelerating outreach among...

JKPCC Condoles demise of Ex-HM Shiv Raj Patil

13/12/2025
Jammu, December 12 (KIP)-JKPCC has deeply condoled the sad demise of former Union Minister and veteran Congress leader Shri Shiv Raj Patil, who passed away today morning. In a condolence meeting at the PCC headquarters Jammu under the Presidentship of Shri Tariq Hameed Karra deep shock and grief was expressed over the passing away of the veteran Congress leader who served the country in different capacities including the Minister for Home Affairs, Defence Minister and Speaker of the L...

CUKashmir celebrates Bharatiya Bhasha Divas

13/12/2025
Ganderbal, December 12 (KIP)- School of Languages, Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) in collaboration with the Bharatiya Bhasha Samvardhan Samiti (Kashmiri), celebrated the Bharatiya Bhasha Divas (Indian Languages Day) at varsity’s Arts campus here Thursday. The celebration marked a collective tribute to India’s linguistic diversity and cultural unity, highlighting the vital role of languages in shaping the nation’s identity and connecting communities across regions. The day is o...

Director Agriculture Jammu Chairs Review Meeting to Assess Progress under various Schemes

13/12/2025
Jammu, December 12 (KIP)- A comprehensive review meeting was today held under the chairmanship of the Director Agriculture Jammu, Sh. Anil Gupta, to evaluate the physical and financial progress achieved under CSS, CAPEX, HADP, and NABARD. The meeting was attended by Joint Director Agriculture (SLUB/Farms) Sh. Aman Jyoti Sharma, Deputy Director Planning Sh. Yaqoob Zargar, CAO Jammu Sh. Manohar Lal Sharma, DAO Jammu Sh. Vinod Khajuria, Technical Officer HADP (DoAJ) Sh. Raj Kumar, along wit...

J&K Police conducts special drive of verification and seizure against non-transferred outside UT vehicles

13/12/2025
Srinagar, December 12 (KIP)- J&K Police in coordination with the Motor Vehicles Department (MVD), conducted a special drive across the district Ganderbal to check vehicles bearing outside UT registration numbers that continue to ply in Jammu & Kashmir without mandatory transfer of ownership and registration. During the drive, multiple checking naka points were established at key locations across Ganderbal. The joint teams thoroughly inspected vehicles to ensure compliance with transfer nor...

SKUAST-J holds flags off ceremony for SREP 2025 under HADP

12/12/2025
Jammu, December 11 (KIP)-Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu (SKUAST-J) organised the flag off ceremony for the Students’ Rural Exploration Programme (SREP) 2025 at the Baba Jitto Auditorium, Chatha, under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP). Nearly 800 students are participating in this major experiential learning initiative from across all districts of the Jammu division. Minister for Agriculture Production Department, Rural Dev...

J&K Police remains committed to cracking down on theft and safeguarding the property of citizens

12/12/2025
Srinagar, December 11 (KIP)- Continuing its initiative to highlight the life, leadership, and immense contribution of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (the Iron Man of India) to nation-building, Police in Kulgam on the directions of SSP Kulgam Shri Anayat Ali Chowdhary-IPS organised an essay competition at Government Higher secondary school Qaimoh, Kulgam under the jurisdiction of Police Station Qaimoh. Students from the institution participated with great enthusiasm, skilfully showcasing their w...

Police Books Homestay Owner for Concealing Stay of Foreign National In Budgam

12/12/2025
Srinagar, December 11 (KIP)- Police in Budgam has registered a case against a homestay owner for failing to report the stay of a foreign national, in violation of mandatory legal requirements. During routine inspections of hotels, guest houses, and homestays carried out by the Police Party of Police Post Humhama, Police Station Budgam, a serious violation was detected at Homestay/Guest House Rose Cottage, Friends Enclave, Humhama. It was found that the management had accommodated a fore...

Police Conducts 30 Public Outreach Programmes Across district Baramulla

12/12/2025
Srinagar, December 11 (KIP)- As part of its ongoing community engagement initiative, Police in Baramulla conducted Public outreach Programmes at 30 locations across the district viz Karewa, Khisipora, Pati Jathar, Kalantara Bala, Poshwani, Ganiepora, Om Burn, Mirchimar, Goom Ahmadpora, Saderbal, Sultanpora, Nambla, Maidanan, Saidpora, Trikanjan, Braripora, Chapper, Bandi, Brahmana, Hajibal, Wailo, Badipora, Habligam, Poot Pathri, Bichipora, Gujar Sangri, Rangwar, Nardkhal Gulistani, Frasthar...

Indian U-15 Boys Volleyball Team Creates History

12/12/2025
Shangluo, China,December 11 (KIP)-The Indian Boys’ Under-15 Volleyball Team has scripted a historic chapter in the annals of Indian school sports by securing a semi-final berth in its debut appearance at the ISE Under-15 World School Volleyball Championship in Shangluo, China. This unprecedented achievement, accomplished under the banner of the School Games Federation of India (SGFI), has captured the attention of the global sporting enthusiasts. Demonstrating exceptional skill, formidable...

Hakeem Yaseen extends condolences to Journalist Rifat Abdullah on his father’s demise

12/12/2025
Srinagar, December 11 (KIP)- President of the People’s Democratic Front (PDF) and former Minister Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen on Thursday expressed his heartfelt condolences to veteran journalist Rifat Abdullah on the passing of his father, Mohammad Abdullah. In his condolence message, Hakeem Yaseen said, “My deepest condolences to Rifat Abdullah Sahib and his family on the passing of his beloved father, Mohammad Abdullah, who departed for his heavenly abode few days ago. May Almighty Allah g...

Police Organises Seminars on Role & Ideology of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in Kulgam

10/12/2025
Srinagar, December 09 (KIP)- In a meaningful effort to pay tribute to the legacy of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, Police in Kulgam organised Seminars at L/NK Shri Nazir Ahmad Wani Government Boys model higher secondary school Kulgam, Altaf memorial GDC Kilam, Govermemt model Higher Secondary School DH Pora and Government Girls Higher secondary school Yaripora. These events were aimed at promoting patriotism, civic responsibility, and awareness of India’s history among students. These programme...

Mahila Morcha Leads Atmanirbhar Bharat Drive at Rehari Girls School

10/12/2025
Jammu, December 09 (KIP)- The Bharatiya Janata Party Mahila Morcha, Jammu & Kashmir, organized a special awareness program on Atmanirbhar Bharat, followed by the patriotic #SwadeshiSankalp Pledge, at Girls Higher Secondary School, Rehari. The event was held under the leadership of Advocate Neha Mahajan, President, BJP Mahila Morcha J&K, who presided over the program. The initiative focused on empowering young girls to embrace self-reliance, promote indigenous products, and actively partici...

Separatist Thinking in Parliament: Guarav Hits Out at NC MP Ruhullah Mehdi

10/12/2025
Jammu, December 09 (KIP)- BJP Spokesperson and Convener for International Affairs Gaurav Gupta on Monday delivered a scathing response to National Conference MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi after the latter declared in Parliament that he would “never” sing Vande Mataram. Gupta said Mehdi’s remarks were “deeply alarming” and accused him of carrying a “separatist mindset that has no place in a democratic Parliament.” Gupta said Mehdi’s stand reflects a “conscious attempt to distance himself fr...

Police Arrests 04 Drug Peddlers in Baramulla, Awantipora

10/12/2025
Srinagar, December 09 (KIP)- Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, police have arrested four drug peddlers in Baramulla & Awantipora and recovered contraband substance from their possession. In Baramulla, a police party under the close supervision of SSP Baramulla, Addl. SP HQ Baramulla and SHO PS Baramulla carried out a targeted operation near GMC Baramulla Parking area. During the operation, the team intercepted two suspicious individuals identified ...

Durga Nagar Welfare Coordination Committee calls on Jal Shakti Minister

10/12/2025
Jammu, December 09 (KIP)- A delegation of Durga Nagar Welfare Coordination Committee (DNWCC) today called on Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, here at the Civil Secretariat Jammu. The delegation sought Minister’s urgent intervention in resolving the water supply issues affecting Durga Nagar, Dogra Nagar and adjoining localities. The delegation apprised the Minister that the existing water supply services remain inadequate, leavi...

JKSA National Convener Nasir Khuehami Meets Ace Political Strategist Prashant Kishor

09/12/2025
New Delhi,December 09 (KIP)- The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) National Convenor, Nasir Khuehami, on Tuesday met India’s ace political strategist and Jan Suraj founder Prashant Kishor at his residence and held an in-depth discussion on a wide range of issues concerning students, youth leaders, and young professionals from Jammu and Kashmir. During the meeting, Khuehami apprised Kishor of the persistent challenges faced by J&K students across the country, including limited ins...

BJP holds review meeting of District Nowshera

08/12/2025
Nowshera, December 08 (KIP)- Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) held an organizational meeting of Nowshera District at the Sunderbani AKIPssembly Office, Nowshera. J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul chaired the meeting. Meeting was also addressed by former J&K BJP President Ravinder Raina, General Secretary Gopal Mahajan, Prabhari Daljit Singh Chib, District president Pritam Sharma, and MLA Kalakote Sunderbani Thakur Randhir Singh. Meeting was attended by District Office Be...

Zero Tolerance for Stunt Biking

08/12/2025
Srinagar, December 07 (KIP)- J&K Police has taken cognizance of a stunt biking incident reported from Pehlipoora area of Shopian. In this regard, FIR No. 263/2025 has been registered under Sections 281, 125 of BNS and 184 of the Motor Vehicles Act. The involved motorcycle has been seized and further investigation is underway. The accused rider, Sahil Farooq Sheikh son of Farooq Ahmad Sheikh, resident of Pehlipoora, Shopian, was found indulging in dangerous stunt biking on a public road, the...

AJKSGRDS organizes Mega Multispecialty Medical Camp to mark Ambedkar Mahaparinirvan Diwas

08/12/2025
Jammu, December 07 (KIP)- The Jammu & Kashmir Shri Guru Ravidass Sabha (AJKSGRDS) organized a Mega Multispecialty Medical Camp on Sunday at Krishna Nagar Gurudwara to commemorate the 69th death anniversary of Bharat Ratna Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, observed on 6th December. The camp was held in collaboration with Divya International Foundation J&K and the Devinder Kour Charitable Trust, offering free medical services, essential tests, and medicines to the public. A team of experienced doctors f...

Imran Latief from Bhalessa Awarded PhD in Political Science by Bhagwant University

08/12/2025
Jaipur / Doda , December 07 (KIP)-Bhagwant University has awarded the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Political Science to Imran Latief, a resident of Bhalessa (Jammu & Kashmir), for his research titled: “UNO Peace Gesture International Organisation: A Comparative Study of Indian Foreign Policy and UN Strategic Transformation.” The convocation ceremony was graced by Prof. Pushpender Singh Chauhan, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor of SKNAU, Jobner, who attended as the Chief Guest and congra...

J&K Police arrests drug peddler in Pulwama; Contraband substance recovered

07/12/2025
Srinagar, December 06 (KIP)- In a sustained effort to curb the menace of drug trafficking, J&K Police in Pulwama arrested a drug peddler and recovered contraband substance from his possession. A Police team of police station Pulwama at a checkpoint established at Khalsa Parigam, intercepted a suspicious individual identified as Aijaz Ahmad Mochi, son of Abdul Rashid Mochi, resident of Khalsa Parigam. During search, 94 grams of charas powder-like substance was recovered from his possess...

J&K Police conduct court-ordered search in Pulwama; Seize banned material

06/12/2025
Srinagar, December 06 (KIP)- Acting on a search warrant issued by the Hon’ble NIA Court Pulwama in case FIR No. 24/2024 U/S 10, 13 of the UAP Act, J&K Police carried out a search at the shop belonging to Mohamed Amir Rather, resident of Litter Pulwama. The search operation was conducted in the presence of a Magistrate and independent witnesses to ensure complete transparency and due process. During the search, police recovered incriminating material including JKDFP posters and banned l...

KPs disappointed for not taking up Vivek Tankha's Bill in Rajya Sabha

06/12/2025
New Delhi,December 06 (KIP)- We, the displaced Kashmiri Pandits deeply appreciate the sincere efforts made by Hon’ble Member of Parliament ShVivek Tankhaji in drafting the bill “Recourse, Restitution, Rehabilitation and Resettlement bill of 2022” that was listed at serial no. ‘1’ to be taken up for discussion on 5th December, 2025, in the parliament. We Kashmiri Pundits are deeply hurt for the bill having not been taken up for discussion for whatever reasons. We had eagerly awaited that ...

Sixth batch of 710 Agniveers -all proud sons of Jammu and Kashmir attested

06/12/2025
Srinagar, December 05 (KIP)- Amidst the silvery hush of a frost kissed morning in the heart of the Kashmir Valley, the parade ground of the Jammu & Kashmir Light Infantry Regimental Centre at Srinagar shimmered with military precision and patriotic fervour. The majestic Zabarwan Range stood sentinel in the distance, its peaks veiled in winter mist, as the sixth batch of 710 Agniveers -all proud sons of Jammu and Kashmir’s resilient soil – took their consecrated march into the immortal traditi...

Cyber Police Foils Online Frauds In Budgam

04/12/2025
Srinagar, December 04 (Scoop News)- Cyber Police Budgam has intensified its action against rising cyber-enabled crimes, successfully recovering ₹15,87,593/- lost in various online fraud cases during October and November 2025. The unit also felicitated for recovering 52 lost or stolen mobile phones, worth approximately ₹1.5 lakh, through the CIER portal. The recovered amounts were linked to complaints involving UPI frauds, fake social media deals, online marketplace scams, fraudulent loan...

Police Registers FIR Against Hotel for Violation of The Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025 in Anantnag

04/12/2025
Srinagar, December 04 (KIP)- During routine inspections of hotels and guest accommodations in the Rafting Point general area, a police party from Police Station Pahalgam conducted checks to ensure compliance with legal and security regulations. During the inspection, it was found that Hotel Golden Heritage, Rafting Point, Yenner, had accommodated two foreign nationals of Thailand. The hotel management deliberately concealed their stay and failed to submit the mandatory Form C online, which...

J&K ACB traps and arrests Patwari,Thalora & Chowkidar for accepting bribe of ₹10000

04/12/2025
Jammu, December 04 (KIP)- Jammu and Kashmir Anti Corruption Bureau, Jammu registered a case FIR No. 03/2025 u/s 7 of Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 and section 61(2) BNS, 2023 against public servants, namely, Ganderab Singh, Patwari, Patwar Halqa, Thalora Tehsil Majalta, District Udhampur and Kuldeep Kumar, Chowkidar for demanding and accepting illegal gratification from the complainant. The said accused public servant, demanded the bribe amounting to ₹10,000 from the complainant for c...

KP Recourse, Restitution, Rehabilitation & Resettlement Bill 2022 to come up in Rajya Sabha:AIKS garners support

04/12/2025
New Delhi, December 04 (KIP)- The Kashmiri Pandits ( Recourse, Restitution, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Bill 2022 is likely to come up for discussion in Rajya sabha on 5 December tabled by kashmiri origin Member of Parliament Vivek Tankha. The Private Bill was selected through a draw of lots in September earlier but couldn't come up for discussion as not reached. This time the President of India has again given a nod for this private bill that was conveyed by Rajya sabha secretariat on 14...

IUST’s Nursing College Organizes Awareness Programme on Substance Abuse & Prevention

04/12/2025
Srinagar, December 03 (KIP)- Charar-i-Sharief, Budgam, December 3: Under IUST’s Community Outreach Program, Alamdar Memorial College of Nursing & Medical Technology (AMCONMT), Charar-i-Sharief, Budgam, constituent college of the Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), organized an Awareness Programme on ‘Substance Abuse & Its Prevention’. The program was held at Government Degree College, Charar-i-Sharief under the banner of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (Drug-Free India Campa...