01/09/2025
Srinagar, September 01 (KIP)-Minister for Education, Sakeena Itoo today conducted a comprehensive review of the academic and administrative functioning of Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University (BGSBU), Rajouri, in a high-level meeting held at Civil Secretariat here.
The meeting was attended by Vice Chancellor, BGSBU, Prof. Jawaid Iqbal; Additional Chief Secretary, Higher Education department (HED), Shantamanu; Deputy Commissioner Rajouri/Registrar BGSBU, Abhishek Sharma; Director RUSA, Spe...
01/09/2025
Jammu, September 01 (KIP)-Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs and Transport, Satish Sharma today visited the flood-affected areas of Block Chowki Choura, including Panchayat Rah (village Rah) and Hardu Mallara, to take stock of the situation caused by heavy rains and flash floods.
The Minister was accompanied by senior officers of district Administration, PHE, RDD, PWD, Irrigation and Flood control and other allied departments.
During his visit, the Minister interacted ...
01/09/2025
Doda, August 31 (KIP)- District Magistrate (DM) Doda Harvinder Singh today convened a virtual meeting to review the ongoing relief and restoration operations across the district.
The meeting was attended by SSP Sandeep Kumar Mehta, ADDC Roshan Lal, ADC Anil Kumar, ACR, CPO, Tehsildars, along with SHOs and heads of departments responsible for essential services.
During the meeting, the DM issued a series of urgent directions to ensure timely response, transparent reporting and community-ce...
01/09/2025
Ramban/Udhampur, August 31 (KIP)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today carried out an extensive tour of Ramban and Udhampur districts to assess the widespread devastation caused by recent cloudbursts, flash floods, landslides and mudslides, which have severely disrupted life and damaged the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway (NH-44).
At Maroge in Ramban, the Chief Minister inspected the severely damaged stretch of NH-44 and directed the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), BEACON and oth...
31/08/2025
Srinagar, August 30 (KIP)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, on Friday evening, addressed the annual function of HDFC Bank at SKICC, where he lauded the institution’s growth, resilience and long-term commitment to Jammu & Kashmir.
Highlighting J&K’s tourism legacy, Omar Abdullah recalled the historic description of Kashmir as “heaven on earth” inscribed on the walls of the Red Fort centuries ago.
He remarked that while many regions now market themselves with catchy slogans, Jammu & Kashmir h...
29/08/2025
Srinagar, August 29 (KIP)-In a swift and decisive action, J&K Police in Shopian cracked two separate theft cases, arrested two accused persons and recovered stolen property.
During investigation of case FIR No. 180/2025, Shopian Police acted promptly, zeroed in on 02 suspected persons identified as Gh. Mohammad Dar son of Gh. Qadir Dar and Mohammad Yousuf Dar son of Gh. Mohammad Dar, both residents of Jawalapora, Budgam. Police recovered 44 stolen sheep on their disclosure and both the a...
29/08/2025
Srinagar, August 29 (KIP)- The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar on Friday observed National Sports Day with a pledge ceremony and a series of sporting activities, joining institutions across the country in paying tribute to hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand on his birth anniversary.
The event was organised by the Students Activity and Sports (SAS) Centre and witnessed active participation from students, faculty, and staff. As part of the programme, a fitness pledge was taken t...
29/08/2025
Bandipora, August 29 (KIP)-Commissioner Secretary, Industries & Commerce, Vikramjit Singh, today visited Bandipora and reviewed the functioning of the Wool/Tweed Cluster established under the World Bank-funded Jhelum Tawi Flood Recovery Project (JTFRP).
During the visit, the Commissioner Secretary also took stock of works on upcoming Industrial Estate at Chewa Sumbal.
The Commissioner Secretary was accompanied by Deputy Commissioner Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib and Director Handicrafts and...
29/08/2025
Jammu, August 29 (KIP)- Additional Chief Secretary (ACS), Higher Education, Shantmanu, today visited GGM Science College and Govt. SPMR College of Commerce here to gather first-hand appraisal of disruptions caused in academic activities of these institutions in the aftermath of recent flash floods.
Nodal Principal of Jammu Division Colleges, Prof. Ravinder Tickoo also accompanied the ACS during the visit.
While inspecting the affected institutions, Shantmanu expressed deep concern over the ...
28/08/2025
Jammu, August 28 (KIP)- Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs,Youth Services and Sports, and Information Technology, Satish Sharma, today paid rich tributes to Constable Rajib Nunian of the Border Security Force (BSF) who made supreme sacrifice while performing his duty during flood conditions along the International Boundary in Paragwal Sector, Jammu on August 27.
At the solemn Wreath Laying Ceremony held at Shaheed Smarak, BSF Frontier Headquarters, Paloura Camp, Jammu, t...
28/08/2025
Jammu, August 28 (KIP)- Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs,Youth Services and Sports, and Information Technology, Satish Sharma, today paid rich tributes to Constable Rajib Nunian of the Border Security Force (BSF) who made supreme sacrifice while performing his duty during flood conditions along the International Boundary in Paragwal Sector, Jammu on August 27.
At the solemn Wreath Laying Ceremony held at Shaheed Smarak, BSF Frontier Headquarters, Paloura Camp, Jammu, t...
27/08/2025
Srinagar, August 27 (KIP)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha has spoken to Divisional Commissioner, Jammu Shri Ramesh Kumar and other senior Officials and took stock of flood situation and rescue and relief Operations.
He has directed the officials for restoration of Power, Communication, Water Supply on priority in areas where flood water is receding. More than 5000 people were evacuated from low-lying flooded areas to safety.
Army, NDRF and SDRF is working in coordination with the Di...
27/08/2025
Anantnag,August 27 (KIP)- Minister for Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo today visited Government Medical College (GMC) Anantnag and held comprehensive review of the emergency preparedness and healthcare facilities in light of the incessant rains in South Kashmir.
During the visit, the Minister conducted detailed round of key wards including the Emergency, OTs, and Intensive Care Units, and personally inspected flood preparedness measures such as water drainage, power backup systems...
26/08/2025
New Delhi,August 26 (KIP)-The Delhi Union of Journalists is shocked at the rough treatment given to a Lallantop reporter and cameraperson by Delhi police at Ramlila Maidan on August 24, 2025. They were covering a protest by students from around the country alleging irregularities in the selection process of the Staff Service Commission. The police not only stopped the journalists from reporting, they also confiscated their aadhaar cards, mobiles, camera and microphone and forced them into a...
26/08/2025
Jammu, August 26 (KIP)-Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar, today reviewed the flood related preparedness and necessary response mechanism put in place by the Public Works Department, Jal Shakti (PHE), Power Development Department, Urban Local Bodies, Jammu Municipal Corporation to handle the situation arisen due to torrential rains.
The meeting was attended by Managing Director, JPDCL, Commissioner JMC, Regional officer NHAI, GM Projects, NHIDCL Jammu, Chief Engineer PWD, Superin...
26/08/2025
Srinagar, August 26 (KIP)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired an emergency meeting to review the flood-like situation in Jammu division following incessant rains across the region.
Divisional Commissioner Jammu, along with Deputy Commissioners of all 10 districts, briefed the Chief Minister on the ground situation and preparedness in their respective areas.
The CM was apprised of the highest flood levels recorded at various locations, alert levels, and rising water in rivers, n...
26/08/2025
New Delhi, August 25 (KIP)- The Speaker of the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, today reiterated the call for the early restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, underscoring the importance of democratic institutions in fulfilling the aspirations of its people.
Speaking to the media on the side-lines of the All India Speakers’ Conference in New Delhi, Rather recalled Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s assurance on the matter, stating, “The Prime Minister himself has...
26/08/2025
Srinagar, August 25 (KIP)-Minister for Health & Medical Education, School Education, Higher Education and Social Welfare, Sakeena Itoo today chaired a first-of-its-kind stakeholders’ meeting on the burning issue of drug de-addiction across Jammu and Kashmir.
The meeting, held at Sher-i-Kashmir Convention Centre (SKICC), was attended by Commissioner Secretary Social Welfare Department, Secretary Health & Medical Education, DIG Police Crime Branch, Director School Education Jammu/Kashmir, ...
25/08/2025
Srinagar, August 25 (KIP)-The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar has succesfully completed the admission process for the 2025 batch of B.Tech students, with over 871 candidates admitted across all 8 engineering disciplines. The admissions were conducted smoothly during 20th - 24th August, 2025.
Dean Academic Affairs, Prof. B.A. Mir said that the admission process was carried out in a highly professional and transparent manner.
“So far this year, out of the 899 allotted ...
25/08/2025
Srinagar, August 25 (KIP)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha addressed the Convocation of Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Bihar University, Muzaffarpur, Bihar.
Shri Arif Mohammed Khan, Hon'ble Governor of Bihar presided over the Convocation Ceremony.
In his address, the Lieutenant Governor congratulated the management of Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Bihar University, faculty members, staff and graduating students, and extended his best wishes.
He called upon the youth to cultivate two ...
25/08/2025
Jammu, August 25 (KIP)-The Indian Express Group is proud to unveil a bold reimagining of Screen Awards 2025 on YouTube, one of India’s most iconic celebrations, of cinema and storytelling.
This is not just another awards show. Screen Awards 2025 represents a powerful blend of editorial credibility, cultural legacy, and digital reach. Backed by the Indian Express Group’s journalism-first ethos, the awards are defined by integrity and merit. Winners are chosen by the Screen Academy — an in...