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CUK Ganderbal organises program on eve of World Disability day 2923

05/12/2023
Srinagar, December 05 (KIP)-Central University of Kashmir Ganderbal organised world Disability day with children of Zaiba Aapa institute of inclusive education Bijbehara. University officials invited the children and staff of Zaiba Aapa institute Bijbehara running under umbrella of Humanity welfare organization Helpline and got inputs from the staff and students. Adil Rashid vaid general Secretary of Humanity welfare organization Helpline suggested following demands Central University sho...

JAKFAS delegation called on Chief Secretary

04/12/2023
Jammu, December 04 (KIP)-A delegation of Jammu and Kashmir Finance and Accounts Society (JAKFAS) today called on Chief Secretary, Atal Dullo here at Civil Secretariat. The delegation included Mahesh Das, Director General, Accounts and Treasuries; Neeraj Gupta Bakshi, Director General, J&K Funds organization; Iftikhar Hussain Chauhan, President JAKFAS; Ashok Kumar, Director Finance, GAD; Anil Dogra, Director Finance, Social Welfare Department; Araf Khan, Director Finance, LG Secretariat; ...

H&MED refutes news regarding rise in AIDS cases in J&K

04/12/2023
Jammu, December 04 (KIP)-Health and Medical Education (H&ME) Department (H&ME), has rebutted the news carried out by some sections of media regarding rising trend in AIDS cases in Jammu and Kashmir due to tourism and influx of migrant labourers. As per a communication received in this reference, the H&ME department has termed the news as baseless and manipulated. “Prevalence of HIV in Jammu and Kashmir is lowest in the country with 0.06% as per India HIV Estimates 2021 which is very m...

Info Deptt condoles demise of Mother of Shabir Ahmad Bhat (AIO)

04/12/2023
Srinagar, December 04 (KIP)-The Officers and officials of Information Department Monday condoled the demise of Mother of Shabir Ahmad Bhat, Asstt Information Officer (AIO), who passed away on Sunday after a brief illness. In this regard, a condolence meeting was held at the divisional Office Kashmir of Information department, Exchange Road, Kothibagh. Deputy Director (PR), Bilal Mukhtar; Assistant Director, M Aslam Khan; Cultural Officer, Burhan Hussain, other officers and officials o...

Info Deptt condoles demise of Mother of Shabir Ahmad Bhat (AIO)

04/12/2023
Srinagar, December 04 (KIP)-The Officers and officials of Information Department Monday condoled the demise of Mother of Shabir Ahmad Bhat, Asstt Information Officer (AIO), who passed away on Sunday after a brief illness. In this regard, a condolence meeting was held at the divisional Office Kashmir of Information department, Exchange Road, Kothibagh. Deputy Director (PR), Bilal Mukhtar; Assistant Director, M Aslam Khan; Cultural Officer, Burhan Hussain, other officers and officials o...

Police arrests two drug peddlers in Anantnag; contraband substances recovered

04/12/2023
Srinagar, December 04 (KIP)-Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, police have arrested two drug peddlers in Anantnag and recovered contraband substances from their possession. Police Station Mattan received an information through reliable sources that one Sadeeq Khan son of Mohd Hussain Khan resident of Satri Maidan Gopalpora Mattan has indulged in drug peddling and has hoarded large quantity of narcotic substance in his residential house. Accordingly,...

Altaf Bukhari visits residence of Imran Raza Ansari to condole demise of his grandmother

04/12/2023
Srinagar, December 04 (KIP)-Apni Party President Syed Mohammed Altaf Bukhari today visited the residence of prominent politician, Imran Raza Ansari to condole the demise of his grandmother. As per a press release, Altaf Bukhari was accompanied by senior Apni Party leaders during his visit to the residence of Imran Raza Ansari at residence Qamarwari in Srinagar. Bukhari met the bereaved family members especially Imran Raza Ansari and expressed his solidarity with them. He prayed for t...

Hindustan Shiv Sena welcomed Atal Dulloo becoming Chief Secretary

04/12/2023
Jammu, December 04 (KIP)-State President of Hindustan Shiv Sena Vikrant Kapoor has welcomed the appointment of local officer Atal Dulloo as the Chief Secretary of Jammu and Kashmir UT and said that it has increased the expectations of the local people. He said that people are hopeful that with Atal Dulloo becoming the Chief Secretary he will understand the basic problems of the people and fulfill their hopes and aspirations to solve them. He also said that like the new DGP he will also organ...

Jammu administration refutes news report regarding VBSY

03/12/2023
Jammu,December 03 (KIP)-The district administration Jammu has refuted a news claiming absence of Govt functionaries in Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra at Baspur and Chandu Chak panchayats in block RS Pura as reported in a section of press. The news was found as baseless as panchayat and block level officers and officials of Revenue, Agriculture, Rural Development, Social Welfare, Public Works, Health and Education departments were present on the spot and participated in the outreach progra...

JK Congress thanks people of Talengana, to redouble efforts to expose BJP on J&K

03/12/2023
Jammu, December 03 (KIP)-JKPCC has said that the victory of the party in Telengana is an encouraging factor , although the election results of Chhattisgarh, Rajasthan and MP are not on expected lines and even against the media projections & exit polls, too but the party will redouble efforts to expose BJP's policies & stage come back. Talengana results, the second after Karanataka have closed the South window for BJP ,however the party shall analyse the results at various levels in due co...

Embracing Progress Towards Restoration of Gilsar-Khushalsar

03/12/2023
Srinagar, December 02 (KIP)-Today marked a significant chapter in our ongoing journey towards the preservation of Gilsar & Khushalsar lakes. Nageen Lake Conservation Organisation - NLCO's core group had a constructive meeting with Dr. Bashir Ahmad Bhat, IRS VC LC&MA at the LC&MA Dockyard, Nishat, where fruitful discussions unfolded. In attendance were Er. Rajinder K. Sharma Superintending Engineer, Sh. Gulzar Ahmad Secretary, and other officers of LC&MA. Core group members from NLCO who atten...

Assesses disposal of applications pertaining to IHHL construction for ODF sustainability’

03/12/2023
Jammu, December 02 (KIP)- Director Rural Sanitation, J&K Charandeep Singh interacted virtually with PRIs and beneficiaries in a special Gram Sabha held in all the 4291 Panchayats across UT of J&K on Saturday. The sabah focused on Open Defecation Free (ODF) sustainability and to address the need assessment, and necessary disposal of applications pertaining to IHHL construction, if any under Swachh Bharat Mission-Gramin. A first of its kind initiative was attended by hundreds of PRIs, BDC...

JKPCC Observes National Pollution Control Day to Commemorate Bhopal Gas Tragedy Victims

03/12/2023
Jammu, December 02 (KIP)-Jammu and Kashmir Pollution Control Committee today observed "National Pollution Control Day" here at Kalika Bhawan, Railhead Complex. The gathering observed two minute silence in the memory of Bhopal Gas Tragedy victims. The Chairman, JKPCC deliberated upon a wide range of environmental issues and measures to prevent pollution. He suggested having a common platform for discussion among the regulators, implementing agencies and waste generators including differe...

DLSA Srinagar & Social Welfare Dept. pioneer Anti-Drug Campaign & CBP for frontline workers

03/12/2023
Srinagar, December 02 (KIP)- In a concerted effort to combat the rising challenge of substance abuse, the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Srinagar, in collaboration with the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Jammu and Kashmir, inaugurated a comprehensive four days Training and Capacity Building Program (CBP) in the Conference Hall of DLSA, Srinagar. This significant initiative, held under the National Action Plan for Drug Demand Reduction, aimed to equip frontline war...

Director SHD reviews implementation of schemes

02/12/2023
Jammu, December 02 (KIP)- A meeting of all farm field officers of Sheep Husbandry Department, Jammu was held today under the chairmanship of Director Sheep Husbandry Department Jammu Dr. Naseem Javaid Chowdhary to review the progress made in the implementation of Holistic Agriculture Development Programme besides the credit linked schemes of the department. The meeting reviewed the credit scheme KCC, AIHDF, Status of Artificial Insemination Programme, Breed Based Farms under NLM, construct...

JAKFAS welcomes Atal Dulloo on assuming charge as new CS

02/12/2023
Jammu, December 01 (KIP)-The Jammu & Kashmir Finance and Accounts Society (JAKFAS) extended a warm welcome to Atal Dulloo, upon his assumption of the charge as new Chief Secretary of Jammu & Kashmir. Director General Budget, Yaqoob Itoo; Iftikhar Hussain Chauhan, President JAKFAS; Vice President (J), Sonam Singh; Joint Director Budget, Shafaat Yehya; Deputy Director Codes, Sonika Arora; Deputy Director Codes, Shafait Rehman; Deputy Director Budget, Shahnawaz Ahmed; Accounts Officer, Tari...

ADGP Law & Order J&K chairs joint security meeting at PCR Kashmir

30/11/2023
Srinagar, November 30 (KIP)- In order to review the prevailing situation, ADGP Law & Order J&K Shri Vijay Kumar chaired a meeting of Police, CAPF’s & Intelligence wings in PCR Kashmir today. ADGP was briefed by the officers about the chronology of events happened during past couple of days visa-vis handling of these issues as per the merits and Law by J&K Police. ADGP Shri Vijay Kumar not only appreciated Law enforcing agencies for their timely action but also praised the society for showing...

3-day orientation training course on Fertilizer Quality Control concludes at Kissan Kendra Jammu

30/11/2023
Jammu,November 30 (KIP)-The three day orientation training course on Fertilizer Quality Control concluded today here at Kissan Kendra, Jammu. The Training was conducted for skill upgradation of 50 field functionaries of Enforcement Wing of both divisions of J&K UT regarding Fertilizer Quality Control as per instructions of Shailendra Kumar, Principal Secretary to the Govt., Agriculture Production & Farmers Welfare Department . Dr. Ravindra Yadav, Deputy Director, Central Fertilizer Qual...

J&K transformed post Art 370 repeal: Rana

30/11/2023
Arnia,November 30 (KIP)-Senior BJP leader Mr Devender Singh Rana today said that during the past four years, Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed huge and remarkable transformation and turnaround in the overall situation, infrastructural development and implementation of the various welfare schemes. “In the wake of unwavering dedication and strategic initiatives, the Union Territory has ushered in an era of stability, development, and unity”, Mr Rana said while addressing the District o...

Webcast of Viksit Bharat Yatra organised by Krishi Vigyan Kendra Samba

30/11/2023
Samba, November 30 (KIP)-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Samba under the leadership of Prof. B. N. Tripathi, Vice Chancellor, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, Jammu and under the supervision of Prof. S.K. Gupta, Director Extension successfully organized a webcast of Viksit Bharat Yatra in the premises of KVK. The VBY commenced on 26th Nov. 2023 in the district. More than 100 farmers and farm women from different blocks of the district participated in the programme. A...

AO Fire Services accorded farewell

30/11/2023
Jammu, November 30 (KIP)-Administrative Officer Haji Ajaz Ahmed retired on superannuation today from the Fire and Emergency Services Department. Though he served the department at the tail end of his service, the staff accorded the officer a grand Farewell. Earlier, he served in various capacities in the department of youth services and sports up to the rank of Section officer and finally got promoted as Administrative officer last year in 2022 and was posted in Fire and Emergency Services...

Massive Public participation contributes to vibrant activities in Jammu

28/11/2023
Jammu, November 28 (KIP)-The Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra, a nationwide outreach initiative aimed at informing and empowering citizens about the Centre's flagship schemes, has been traversing the district since Monday and prominently covered panchayats Chak Agra in block RS Pura and Surey Chak in Mandal Phallain. The Yatra aims to reaffirm commitment for a developed India besides reaching out to the underserved population to saturate the Centrally Sponsored Schemes such as Ayushman Bharat, ...

Promotional event organised to mark Adoption Awareness Month

28/11/2023
Jammu, November 28 (KIP)-To spread awareness on adoption and celebrate the Adoption Awareness Month, the State Adoption Resource Agency, Mission Vatsalya, Social Welfare Department in collaboration with Central Adoption Resource Authority organised an event at the EVS Hall of Jammu University today. The event was attended by Mission Director Mission Vatsalya, Harvinder Kour; Deputy Commissioner, Sachin Kumar Vaishya; Deputy Director CARA, Durgesh Nandini; District Social Welfare Officer, M...

DEO calls for holding sustained activities to promote Electoral Literacy among students

28/11/2023
Udhampur, November 28 (KIP)- District Election Officer, Saloni Rai, today reviewed the Electoral Literacy activities in Educational institutions here at the meeting of Nodal Officers of Electoral Literacy Clubs. The DC instructed school and College Principals to establish Electoral Literacy Clubs and ensure the enrollment of all eligible voters in the ongoing Special Summary Revision. A report on the status of the enrolled students is to be submitted within three weeks. The DC conducted a...

JKSSB Exams:Deputy Commissioner Rajouri Vikas Kundal reviews preparedness

28/11/2023
Rajouri, November 28 (KIP)- Deputy Commissioner Rajouri, Vikas Kundal, chaired a meeting to review the preparedness for the upcoming JKSSB exams for the post of Panchayat Secretary scheduled to be held on December 10, 2023. The meeting focused on the crucial aspects to ensure a seamless and fair examination process. Regarding the appointments of supervisory staff, the meeting was informed that 38 superintendents and 11 Deputy Superintendents besides observers have been appointed to conduct t...

4291 panchayats, 78 ULBs to be covered in J&K

28/11/2023
Jammu, November 28 (KIP)-Dr. Devinder Kumar Manyal, J&K BJP General Secretary, along with Naresh Singh, J&K BJP Incharge "Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra", addressed a press conference at BJP headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu. Former Vice-Chairperson SC, ST, BC Corporation, Balbir Ram Rattan and J&K BJP Media Incharge Dr. Pardeep Mahotra were also present in the press conference. Dr. Devinder Kumar Manyal, while addressing the media, said that the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra was launched on ...

DC Rajouri inspects progress on Mother Child Care Hospital(MCH) in Lamberi

27/11/2023
Rajouri, November 27 (KIP)-Deputy Commissioner Rajouri, Vikas Kundal, today conducted a thorough inspection to assess the progress of the 100-bedded Mother Child Care Hospital in Lamberi. Positioned strategically on NH144A, this healthcare facility will cater to the critical Maternal & Child Health needs of Rajouri and Poonch residents, easily accessible from Rajouri, Kalakote, Sunderbani, Budhal, and Poonch. With three floors and a budget of Rs 37.55 crores, the hospital is poised to be ...

Mega event held at Samba panchayat Pangdour on Day 2

27/11/2023
Samba,November 27 (Scoop News)-The second day of the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra, the government's ambitious initiative to reach out to the beneficiaries of different flagship schemes, was successfully conducted in the district of Samba today. The main function was held at the border panchayat of Pangdour, where all the district officers were present. The program commenced with the Sankalp pledge, followed by cultural dance performances by students and the Meri Kahani Meri Zubani initiat...

Mega event held at Samba panchayat Pangdour on Day 2

27/11/2023
Samba,November 27 (Scoop News)-The second day of the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra, the government's ambitious initiative to reach out to the beneficiaries of different flagship schemes, was successfully conducted in the district of Samba today. The main function was held at the border panchayat of Pangdour, where all the district officers were present. The program commenced with the Sankalp pledge, followed by cultural dance performances by students and the Meri Kahani Meri Zubani initiat...

Police arrests AGH terrorist associate in Shopian, arms & ammunition recovered

27/11/2023
Srinagar, November 26 (KIP)-Police alongwith security forces arrested a terrorist associate linked with proscribed terror outfit Ansar Guzwatul Hind (AGH) in Shopian and recovered arms & ammunition from his possession. On 26/11/2023, Police along with Army (44 RR) & CRPF (14th Bn) at a checkpoint established at Habdipora Shopian Crossing, intercepted a suspected person who was coming from Kundalan towards Shopian. He has been identified as Farman Khursheed Wani son of Khursheed Ahmad Wan...