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CS assesses the impact & implementation of PMIS in J&K

17/04/2026
Jammu, April 16 (KIP)- Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today convened a meeting to assess the implementation status of the Prime Minister’s Internship Scheme (PMIS) in Jammu and Kashmir and outlined a comprehensive strategy to enhance its outreach and impact across the Union Territory. Those who attended this meeting includes Commissioner Secretary, School Education Department; Secretary, Employment and Skill Development Departments; MD, Skill Development Mission along with other concerned ...

CS reviews preparations for Shri Amarnathji Yatra (SANJY)-2026

17/04/2026
Jammu, April 16 (KIP)- Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today chaired a high-level meeting of the Shri Amarnathji Shrine Board (SASB), attended by senior officers from the Civil Administration and Police department to review the comprehensive arrangements being made for the smooth, safe, and successful conduct of the Shri Amarnathji Yatra (SANJY)-2026, scheduled to commence on July 3, 2026. During the meeting, the Chief Secretary undertook a detailed review of the preparedness across all se...

Lieutenant Governor attended IFFCO’s Women Farmers Conference at Srinagar

17/04/2026
Srinagar, April 16 (KIP)- "Without women farmers, every plate would be empty, leaving humanity starved. They sustain the world, work harder than their male counterparts and their strength anchors food security, planting seeds of prosperity for families and society in every field. Under Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's leadership, women's empowerment is the top priority across all sectors," the Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha said on Thursday. The Lieutenant Governor said...

CM rededicates renovated War Memorial, attends 78th Raising Day of JAK LI Regimental Centre

16/04/2026
Srinagar, April 15 (KIP)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today rededicated the renovated War Memorial and attended the 78th Raising Day celebrations of the Jammu & Kashmir Light Infantry (JAK LI) Regimental Centre at Srinagar. The programme was held at the Regimental Centre, where the Chief Minister, as Chief Guest, unveiled the renovated War Memorial and participated in a wreath-laying ceremony to pay homage to the brave soldiers who laid down their lives in the service of the nation. The...

CM Omar Abdullah inaugurates ‘Know Your Artisan’ under Soulful Kashmir initiative at Kashmir Haat

16/04/2026
Srinagar, April 15 (KIP)-In a major boost to promote Kashmir craft sector, Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, today inaugurated the ‘Know Your Artisan’ programme at Kashmir Haat here, under the Handicrafts and Handloom’s ongoing ‘Soulful Kashmir’ brand promotion campaign. He also inaugurated the new GI Testing Lab, Giant LED Video Walls and launched high precision fibre analysis equipment along with DesignNWeave software, designed by IICT Srinagar. Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhar...

CS reviews process for establishment of KVs/JNVs across districts of J&K

16/04/2026
Jammu, April 15 (KIP)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a meeting to review the availability of land and infrastructure for Central Government educational institutions, including Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) and Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs), that are either non-functional or presently operating from temporary premises across various districts of Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting was attended by Commissioner Secretary, School Education Department; Secretary, Revenue; Deputy Commis...

Drug-Free Jammu Kashmir campaign at Ramban

16/04/2026
Jammu, April 15 (KIP)-“Drug abuse isn't just a law & order issue but a social cancer requiring every part of society to fight. I urged for "Whole of Government" and "Whole of Society" approach. I believe when the government’s strength and society's resolve act as one, then even the toughest challenges crumble,” the Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha said on Wednesday. The Lieutenant Governor said for decades, Pakistan has orchestrated drug smuggling into Jammu Kashmir to fund terrorism and...

Sukesh. C. Khajuria ask centre to provide Digital Subtraction Angiography (DSA) facility in J&K

15/04/2026
Jammu, April 15 (KIP)-Sukesh C. Khajuria, a Senior Social and Health Activist, has written to the Union Health Minister J.P.Nadda to provide Digital Subtraction Angiography (DSA) is a critical, life-saving diagnostic and interventional technology indispensable for the management of cardiovascular, neurovascular, and peripheral vascular diseases in J&K. He wrote in his representation that in the larger public interest and in furtherance of the constitutional mandate to ensure accessible, af...

CM Omar Abdullah calls for stronger banking partnerships to drive J&K’s growth

14/04/2026
Srinagar, April 14 (KIP)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today addressed the Axis Bank Senior Management Confluence in Srinagar, underscoring the critical role of the banking sector in strengthening financial inclusion, supporting entrepreneurship, and driving sustainable economic growth in Jammu & Kashmir. Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, MLA Gulmarg Pirzada Farooq Ahmed Shah, MLA Zadibal Tanvir Sadiq, MLA Hazratbal Salman Ali Sagar, Director Tourism Qamar Sajad, Managing Dire...

Div Com, IGP Jammu pay obeisance at Revered Shrine Machail Mata Ji Temple

14/04/2026
Kishtwar,April 14 (KIP)-The sacred Shri Machail Mata Temple, nestled in the spiritual expanse of Machail Valley in District Kishtwar, was reopened for pilgrims on the auspicious occasion of Baisakhi, today, heralding the commencement of the annual Shri Machail Mata Yatra 2026. The religious event also marked the shifting of the idol (Murti) of Goddess Machail Mata (Durga) from the house of local priest Pehalwan Singh to the Main temple amid a huge rush of devotees amid religious rituals and...

CM Omar Abdullah inaugurates ₹4.30 crore Fruit & Vegetable Processing Centre in Anantnag

14/04/2026
Bijbehara,April 14 (KIP)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated a state-of-the-art Fruit & Vegetable Processing Centre at the International Fruit Market in Jablipora, Anantnag. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education Sakeena Masood Itoo, Minister for Agriculture Production and Rural Development Javid Ahmad Dar, Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, MLA Srigufwara-Bijbehara Bashir Ahmad Shah Veeri...

Lieutenant Governor attended upgradation ceremony of 'Apna Bhojanalaya' at GMC Jammu

14/04/2026
Jammu, April 14 (KIP)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Tuesday attended the ceremony marking the upgradation of 'Apna Bhojanalaya' at Government Medical College Jammu. The community kitchen is run by Sewa Bharti and supported by J&K Bank along with other donors. The Lieutenant Governor lauded the noble initiative and partook in a meal at Apna Bhojanalaya. The Lieutenant Governor said the Sewa Bharti's enduring spirit of giving back, empowers individuals and strengthens communiti...

Parliamentary Standing Committee on Energy meets CM Omar Abdullah in Gulmarg

13/04/2026
Gulmarg, April 13 (KIP)- A study group of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Energy today met Chief Minister Omar Abdullah during its visit to the region. During the interaction, the Committee apprised the Chief Minister of the objectives of their visit and deliberated on key issues pertaining to the power sector. The Chief Minister underscored the Government’s commitment to strengthening energy infrastructure, enhancing power reliability, and expediting reforms to effectively meet t...

Lieutenant Governor launched people's movement against narcotics

13/04/2026
Jammu, April 13 (KIP)- “A drug-free Jammu Kashmir will emerge not from one person, but from collective action. Society must realize that drugs don't just kill individuals-they erode entire villages', wards’ and cities’ honor and destiny. Let's build a J&K where our youth's energy illuminates the world, not destroys itself. Let us confront this challenge with unyielding resolve,” the Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha said on Monday. The Lieutenant Governor was addressing a massive pub...

Director Information felicitates Winners of ‘Talent Vista-Poster Making

13/04/2026
Jammu, April 13 (KIP)- Director Information, Shreya Singhal today felicitated the winners of the ‘Talent Vista-Poster Making and Slogan Writing Competition on Nasha Mukt Abhiyaan’ at Media Complex here. Speaking on the occasion, the Director Information congratulated the winners and applauded all participants for their exceptional creativity and commitment towards the social cause. She emphasized that such awareness campaigns play a crucial role in sensitizing society, especially the ...

Sakeena Itoo reviews proposed AI initiatives of IIT Jammu

13/04/2026
Jammu, April 13 (KIP)- Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo, today chaired a high-level meeting to review the proposed Artificial Intelligence (AI) initiatives presented by IIT Jammu aimed at bringing transformational reforms in the School Education and Health sectors across Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting was attended by Commissioner Secretary, Health and Medical Education, M. Raju; CEO, State Health Agency, Anant Dwivedi; Directors of Schoo...

Amarnath Ji Yatra will commence this year on 3 July 2026

12/04/2026
Jammu, April 12 (KIP)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today announced that Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra will commence this year on 3 July 2026 and conclude on Raksha Bandhan, 28 August 2026, spanning a total of 57 days. He said the Pratham Puja, to invoke the blessings of Lord Shiva, will be held on Jyeshtha Purnima, 29 June 2026. Addressing a press conference in Lok Bhavan, Jammu, the Lieutenant Governor said advance registration for the Yatra will begin on 15 April 2026 via both offlin...

Army organizes Shaam-e-Watan, a musical extravaganza at Tithwal

12/04/2026
Srinagar, April 12 (KIP)-In a stirring confluence of culture, community, and country, Shaam-e-Watan, a musical extravaganza suffused with patriotic fervour and nationalistic spirit was organised by the Indian Army at Azmat-e-Hind, Tithwal, in the Karnah region of Kupwara, North Kashmir on 11 April 2026. The event stood as a compelling testament to the changing social consciousness of a resurgent Kashmir, where the youth are emerging as confident custodians of a progressive and harmonious futu...

CAASPI extends support to Campaign for Nasha Mukt J&K

11/04/2026
Jammu, April 11 (KIP)-Jammu based Centre for Activities for Advanced, Strong and Progressive India (CAASPI) has profoundly lauded the Maga Launch of 100-day campaign on Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyan by J&K Lt Governor Manoj Sinha today and extended its full support for this bold and much needed initiative. Today’s launch of a well-meaning campaign with massive public support is indicative of the serious challenge the society faces on this count and commitment of people to control this me...

JK LG launched historic mass movement for “Drug-Free J&K” from MA Stadium in Jammu

11/04/2026
Jammu, April 11 (KIP)- Spearheading a decisive battle against the drug menace, the Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Saturday launched the historic mass movement for a “Drug-Free Jammu Kashmir” from MA Stadium in Jammu. The Lieutenant Governor flagged-off Padyatra and joined the public representatives, senior officials and thousands of citizens in the walkathon from MA Stadium to Parade Ground, marking the beginning of 100-days intensive campaign under Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiya...

Census 2027 a ‘National Digital Transformation Mission’ setting foundation for Viksit Bharat:CS

10/04/2026
Jammu, April 10 (KIP)-Highlighting that India is at a crucial “data inflection point,” Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo today stated that the upcoming Census 2027 is not merely an enumeration exercise but a National Digital Transformation Mission that will set the bedrock for a ‘Viksit Bharat’ and evidence-based policy planning. The Chief Secretary made these remarks while speaking at the Census 2027 Summit held today at Abhinav Theatre, Jammu. The summit was participated by the senior admin...

Railways launch ‘RailOne’ awareness drive across Jammu Division

10/04/2026
Jammu, April 10 (KIP)-The Jammu Division is continuously striving to provide its passengers with enhanced convenience, transparency, and incentives through digital mediums. In line with this effort—and under the guidance of the Senior Divisional Commercial Manager, Jammu, Shri Uchit Singhal—a significant and beneficial facility is being extended to passengers who purchase tickets through the railway-operated 'RailOne' app. As part of this initiative—aimed at translating the Railway's 'Digita...

Lieutenant Governor attends musical opera ‘Mata Sukrala Ki Kahani’ at Jammu

10/04/2026
Jammu, April 09 (KIP)- “Nation-building is rooted in our shared mindset. A strong nation stands on citizens' integrity, common values, and trust among people, not just buildings. My message to the youth is that true nationhood sparks alive when self-interest gives way to community good,” the Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha said on Thursday. The Lieutenant Governor said that the cultural heritage is a powerful societal resource that shapes our thinking, actions, values, beliefs and act...

CS reviews position of Fuel, LPG stocks across districts

10/04/2026
Jammu, April 09 (KIP)- April 9, 2026: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today chaired a high-level meeting with the concerned Administrative Secretaries, Divisional Commissioners and District Administrations to review the availability and distribution of essential commodities across the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir in light of the evolving geopolitical situation in West Asia, with the aim of ensuring adequate buffering against any potential supply chain disruptions. Comprehensive data prese...

CM Omar Abdullah dedicates ₹3.17 crore community hall at Umerhair, Buchpora to the public

10/04/2026
Srinagar, April 09 (KIP)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said that the government is planning to develop modern, well-planned housing colonies to decongest Srinagar city, emphasizing that providing dignified housing to the underprivileged is both a responsibility and a duty of the government. Addressing a large public gathering after inaugurating the Imam-ul-Asr Maulana Anwar Shah Kashmiri (RA) Community Hall at Umerhair, Buchpora in Hazratbal constituency, the Chief Minister highlight...

Northern Railway runs special Katra–Banihal Train, boosts connectivity

09/04/2026
Jammu, Srinagar, April 09 (KIP)-The Jammu Division of Northern Railway achieved another milestone today by successfully operating a special train—Train No. 04689/04690 (Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra to Banihal)—between Katra and Banihal. Through this special train service, more than 1,000 passengers completed their journeys, thereby significantly strengthening rail connectivity in the region. This special service was introduced with the specific objective of providing improved connectivity ...

Chief Secy reviews BISAG-N supported e-Governance initiatives in J&K

09/04/2026
Jammu, April 09 (KIP)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today chaired a meeting to review the progress of key e-governance and digital transformation initiatives being implemented across Jammu and Kashmir in collaboration with Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Applications and Geo-Informatics (BISAG-N). The meeting besides the Secretary, IT, Dr. Piyush Singla; and Special Director General, BISAG-N, Vinay Thakur; was attended by the concerned Administrative Secretaries, Heads of Depart...

JK LG reviews preparedness for 100-Day intensive campaign under ‘Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyaan’

09/04/2026
Jammu, April 09 (KIP)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Thursday chaired a high-level meeting to review the preparedness for the upcoming 100-day intensive campaign under the Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyaan. The campaign, aimed at eradicating drug abuse from the Union Territory, will be marked by a series of high-impact awareness programs. The Lieutenant Governor will flag off a mega “Padyatra” from MA Stadium, Jammu, on April 11, 2026, followed by a similar large-scale launch in Sri...

CM Omar Abdullah distributes compassionate appointment orders to 90 beneficiaries

09/04/2026
Srinagar, April 09 (KIP)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today formally distributed appointment orders under SRO-43 and the Rehabilitation Assistance Scheme (RAS) to 90 beneficiaries from across Kashmir division at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC). The appointments, made on compassionate grounds, aim to provide much-needed employment support to families who have lost their primary earning members, reaffirming the government’s commitment to stand firmly with such fami...

CM Omar Abdullah chairs meeting on heritage promotion & cultural tourism strategy

09/04/2026
Jammu, April 08 (KIP)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired a meeting on Heritage Promotion and Cultural Tourism in Jammu & Kashmir to review measures for conservation and adaptive reuse of heritage assets aimed at boosting tourism in Jammu and Kashmir. The Chief Minister stressed the need to strengthen institutional mechanisms and develop heritage-based tourism circuits to position J&K as a premier cultural tourism destination. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah underscored the import...