Jammu News

Community awareness program on Rabies Prevention held at Village Arnia-Block Bishnah

21/01/2025
Jammu, January 21 (KIP)-The State Surveillance Unit, Directorate of Health Services (DHS) Jammu, in collaboration with the Information Department and with support from the National Health Mission (NHM), organized a Nukkad Natak at Village Arnia in Block Bishnah, to raise awareness about Rabies prevention under National Rabies Control Program(NRCP) on January 21, 2025. The Nukkad Natak, presented by a group of artists from the Information Department, was a key component of the Informati...

Secretary J&K Legislative Assembly participates in 61st Conference of Secretaries of Legislative Bodies

21/01/2025
Jammu, January 21 (KIP)- Secretary, J&K Legislative Assembly, Manoj Kumar Pandita, participated in the 61st conference of Secretaries of Legislative Bodies in India held at Patna, Bihar. The conference was presided over by Secretary General Lok Sabha, Utpal Kumar Singh. The conference brought together the Secretaries of Legislative Assemblies and Legislative Councils to share their experiences of Parliamentary Democracy and issues confronted while discharging their duties. During the...

NMC apples CM to enhance the medical allowance from Rs. 300 to Rs. 1000 per month

21/01/2025
Jammu, January 21 (KIP)-President of the National Mazdoor Conference (NMC) Subash Shastri today appealed to the Chief Minister to enhance the medical allowance from Rs. 300 to Rs. 1000 per month as per the norm of UT administrations, now UT, Ladakh has already provided Rs. 1000/- per month as a medical allowance to its pensioner’s w.e.f 01.04.2020. Addressing a party workers meet Shastri said, "Medical allowance in JKUT is Rs. 300 per month for the last two decade as the prices of medicine...

J&K BJP announces new District Presidents after organizational elections

21/01/2025
Jammu, January 21 (KIP)-New Districts Presidents of BJP got elected for the 15 organizational districts after organizational elections in the Jammu region of Jammu & Kashmir. The announcements in this regard were made by Rakesh Mahajan, Returning Officer for the BJP’s organizational elections. Rakesh Mahajan, while announcing the names of new District Presidents, said that the BJP holds the distinction of upholding the democratic principles in the highest esteem. He said that the electi...

Shamsher Singh Manhas role model for BJP workers: BJP Leaders

21/01/2025
Shamsher Singh Manhas role model for BJP workers: BJP Leaders Jammu, January 21 (KIP)-Expressing deep sorrow over the demise of Shamsher Singh Manhas, a veteran BJP Leader, Sat Sharma, President, J&K BJP, said that the Shamsher ji would continue to inspire lakhs of BJP workers in Jammu & Kashmir. Sat Sharma said that the untimely departure of Shamsher Singh Manhas has created a permanent void in the organization. Shamsher Singh Manhas who initiated his journey as a dedicated socia...

Principal Secretary Culture inaugurates 5 day Women Painters Exhibition

21/01/2025
Jammu, January 20 (KIP)-Principal Secretary Culture, Suresh Kumar Gupta, today inaugurated a 5 day All Women Painters Exhibition at Kala Kendra in presence of a galaxy of artists, painters and visual art experts. The event, organised by the Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture, and Languages (JKAACL), is being hosted across all three galleries of Kala Kendra. Speaking on the occasion, Suresh Kumar emphasised the significant role of women in welfare and development of the society....

Kishtwar Administration finalises arrangements for Republic Day celebration

20/01/2025
Kishtwar, January 20 (KIP)-The Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kishtwar, Pawan Kotwal chaired a meeting today with line departments and other stakeholders in the Conference Hall of the DC Office Complex to finalize arrangements for the upcoming Republic Day 2025 celebrations. During the meeting, it was confirmed that the main event would take place at Chowgan Kishtwar/Mini Secretariat DC Office Complex, depending on weather conditions, while local celebrations would be organized at ...

Seven-Day Divisional Level Training on Scientific Beekeeping Commences at Kisan Kendra

20/01/2025
Jammu, January 20 (KIP)-A seven-day training program on scientific beekeeping, organized by Apiculture Development Scheme, Department of Agriculture Production and Farmers Welfare Jammu under the National Beekeeping and Honey Mission (NBHM), commenced today at Baba Jitto Kisan Kendra, Jammu. The program is aimed at raising awareness and building skills among 50 prospective beekeepers from Jammu and Samba districts of the Jammu division. The training programme was inaugurated by S. Arvind...

Civil Defence Jammu started 05 days CD training Programme

20/01/2025
Jammu, January 20 (KIP)-On the directions of Directorate of HG, CD and SDRF J&K, 05 days Civil Defence basic training programme is started at Galaxy Para Medical College Sainak Colony, Jammu under the supervision Dy. SP. Anita Pawar, Deputy Controller Civil Defence, Jammu. In the training camp 135 Students of College are attending the said training. This training is on the knowledge of First Aid, prevention, management and control of Fire Fighting, Snake bite, Choking and other basic life sav...

Omar Govt committed for comprehensive development, youth empowerment: Rattan Lal

19/01/2025
Jammu, January 19 (KIP)-Rattan Lal Gupta, Provincial President of Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC), reaffirmed the party’s unwavering commitment to the empowerment of J&K’s youth, terming them as the backbone of society. He was addressing a joining program held at Sher-e-Kashmir Bhawan, Jammu, where he strongly criticized the Central Government for failing to fulfill its promises made on August 5, 2019, regarding the development of J&K. The Joining Programme was organiz...

Don't dare to touch sole seat reserved for PoJK displaced community: Chuni warns pol parties

19/01/2025
Bathuni (Rajouri), January 19 (KIP)- The SOS International, a frontline organization spearheading the struggle for the rights of 12-lakh refugees from Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), has warned the political parties against interfering with the sole reserved seat for PoJK refugees. It passed a unanimous resolution that any attempt to politicize this seat would not be tolerated and the PoJK refugees would be forced to launch a district-level agitation to oppose any such move. Tho...

Dy CM visits Sunderbani fire victims, assures help

19/01/2025
Jammu, January 19 (KIP)- Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today visited the fire incident victims at Sunderbani and assured them complete support. The Dy CM was accompanied by MLA Sunderbani, Randhir Singh and other senior officers of local administration. While interacting with the fire sufferers, the Deputy Chief Minister assured them that the government will provide adequate compensation to them. He directed the officers to prepare a comprehensive damage assessment repor...

District Samba Students Shine at PRO MMA League

19/01/2025
Mumbai, Maharashtra,January 19 (KIP)- – Pathseekers International School celebrates a remarkable achievement as its students clinched Gold and Bronze medals in the prestigious PRO MMA League, held as part of the National Indoor Martial Arts Games in Mumbai, Maharashtra. The event was organized under the banner of AIMMAC (All India Mixed Martial Arts Council) and GAMMAC (Global Association of Mixed Martial Arts Council). Baksheesh Singh showcased extraordinary skill and determination to ...

Fraudulent Complaint Filed by Senior JKAS Officer Exposed, FIR lodged

19/01/2025
Jammu,January 19 (KIP)-Balvinder Singh, a prominent RTI activist and President of the Sikh Progressive Front, has exposed a shocking case of fraud and impersonation involving a senior JKAS officer. Addressing the media, Singh revealed that a false complaint was lodged against another JKAS officer using a fabricated email ID created in Singh's name. Singh shared his disbelief upon being summoned by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), Jammu, regarding the complaint. Upon investigation, it wa...

Secretary Culture inaugurates 3-Day Women Painters' Camp at Kala Kendra

18/01/2025
Jammu, January 18 (KIP)-A three-day UT-level All Women Painters' Camp was inaugurated today by Ms. Deepika Sharma, Secretary in the Department of Culture, at Kala Kendra, Jammu. The event has been organized by the Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture, and Languages . In her inaugural address, Ms. Deepika Sharma highlighted the profound connection between women and creativity, emphasizing that such camps offer a platform for women artists to explore and showcase their talents. She rem...

Congress takes Samvidhan Bachao Rashtriya Padayatra in Jammu

18/01/2025
Jammu, January 18 (KIP)-Today, as part of nationwide call of All India Congress Committee, Padayatra was taken out by the hundreds of Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress workers under the leadership of JKPCC Chief Shri Tariq Hameed Karra accompanied by the AICC General Secretary Shri G.A. Mir, AICC Incharge Jammu and Kashmir Affairs Shri Bharatsinh Solanki, PCC Working Presidents Shri Tara Chand, Shri Raman Bhalla and a large number of Senior leaders and party office bearers, former ministers...

Omar Abdullah’s Govt on wheels, delivering governance at people’s doorsteps: Rattan Lal

18/01/2025
Jammu, January 18 (KIP)- Lauding the proactive approach of the Omar Abdullah-led governm Srinagar, Jammu, January 18 (Scoop News)-ent, Rattan Lal Gupta, Provincial President of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC), stated that the administration is working tirelessly to address public grievances right at their doorsteps. Speaking during an interaction with senior party colleagues from District Udhampur, he emphasized that the NC government has set a new benchmark in governa...

Cong misused Constitution, sidelined Ambedkar: Sat Sharma

18/01/2025
Jammu, January 18 (KIP)-The Congress, which misused the Constitution for personal gains never recognized the contributions of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar and is today shedding crocodile tears to mislead the people on the slogan of ‘Samvidhan Bachao’. Sat Sharma CA, president Jammu and Kashmir BJP, said this while chairing a meeting of party activists at party headquarters, Jammu, on Saturday. Sat Sharma said that history stands witness to the fact that Congress, which ruled the country for decad...

Modi govt ensuring access to quality food, education, healthcare to all: Sat Sharma

18/01/2025
Jammu, January 17 (KIP)-Sat Sharma, President, J&K BJP inaugurated the main lab of Metropolis healthcare LTD near Gandhi Nagar Hospital, Jammu. Dr Pardeep Mahotra, State Media Secretary, J&K BJP, and Parbodh Sharma (Retd ExEn) accompanied the BJP President while inaugurating the Laboratory. Dr. Gul Aalmeen (pathologist), Dr. Vidhyut Gupta (urologist), Dr. Vishav Gupta (gynecologist), Dr. Kamini Gupta (gynecologist), Dr Kulbhushan Jamwal (Gyn), Dr. Harman Multani (pathologist), Vishal Jan...

Crime Branch registeres FIR against Mumbai-based property dealer for duping Jammu’s private Engineer

18/01/2025
Jammu, January 17 (KIP)-Crime Branch (CB) has registered an FIR against Mumbai-based property dealer for duping Jammu’s private Engineer of Rs. 88.50 Lakhs on the pretext of providing 3BHK flat at Mumbai and started in-depth investigation. A written complaint was received in Crime Branch wherein the complainant namely Er. Bonish Behal S/o Shri Shakti Kumar Behal R/o Dogra Bhawan, old Janipur, Jammu alleged that Ashish Dinesh Kumar Shah S/o Shri Dinesh Kumar Shah R/o 2102 Neminath Avenue ...

SCERT’s 3 day orientation programme concludes

17/01/2025
Jammu, January 17 (KIP)-The Library and Documentation Wing of State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), Jammu, successfully concluded a highly engaging three day orientation programme, aimed at launching innovative activities to promote joyful reading among the children. The programme brought together 50 librarians from ten districts of Jammu division, equipping them with strategies to make reading an engaging and transformative experience. The inaugural ceremony was l...

Govt envisions inclusive, research-oriented education system aligning with global standards: Sakeena Itoo

17/01/2025
Samba,January 17 (KIP)- Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo, today inaugurated a two day national conference on ‘Mathematical Sciences and Applications’ at Shri Pandit Prem Nath Dogra Government Degree College (GDC), Samba here. MLA Samba, Surjeet Singh Slathia, MLA Chadoora, Ali Mohd Dar, MLA Zainpora, Showkat Ahmed, Additional Chief Secretary, Higher Education, Shantmanu, Deputy Commissioner, Samba, Rajesh Sharma, Director Colleges, Prof. S...

Omar Govt committed to address youth concerns, empowerment: Ajay Sadhotra

17/01/2025
Jammu,January 17 (KIP)-Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (NC) has reiterated its unwavering commitment to addressing the concerns of the youth and ensuring their empowerment. This was stated by Ajay Sadhotra, senior NC leader and former Minister, during a meeting with newly joined youth at Sher-e-Kashmir Bhawan in Jammu. Sadhotra highlighted the increasing unemployment rates in the region and underscored the need for a robust policy framework to generate job opportunities for the yout...

Sakina Itoo Inaugurates Two-Day National Conference at GDC Samba

17/01/2025
Jammu, January 17 (KIP)-Shri Pt. Prem Nath Dogra Government Degree College, Samba, dedicated to academic and research excellence, organized a Two-Day National Conference on “Mathematical Sciences and Applications,” co-sponsored by Take One, Jamkash Trucking, Department of Science, Technology & Innovation Council, J&K. The conference provided a platform for researchers, academicians, and students to discuss recent advances, challenges, and future directions in mathematical sciences. The event...

NMC urges PM Modi to appoint chairman and other members of 8th Pay Commission

17/01/2025
Jammu, January 17 (KIP)-National Mazdoor Conference (NMC) president, Subash Shastri today urged upon PM Modi to immediately appoint chairman and other members of 8th Pay Commission, constitution of which was approved by the Union Cabinet and described it a welcome step for the salaried class and pensioners. “Since the due date for implementation of 8th Pay Commission is 1st January 2026, it is hope that the commission will complete its report within the given time frame, so that the benefits...

All J&K GRDS resolve eight-year dispute. Ousts litigants as per Sabha Constitution

17/01/2025
Jammu, January 17 (KIP) All J&K Guru Ravidass Sabha (GRDS), represented by its Executive Body, Branch Heads, and prominent members of the Ravidassia community, announced the resolution of an eight-year-long dispute within the Sabha.The Ravidassia biradri of J&K, numbering over 4 lakh members, convened a General Body Meeting on 29th December 2024 to address the prolonged conflict, which had previously been entangled in legal disputes and court orders. The General Body Meeting, conducted as pe...

Preserve the Nomadic Culture of Gujjars-Bakerwals before it Disappears: Gojri Writers

16/01/2025
Jammu, January 16 (KIP)-Over 150 writers and artists of the Gojri language convened today to deliberate on the preservation of the rich nomadic traditions of Gujjars and Bakerwals, emphasizing the urgent need for documentation before these traditions vanish. The discussions took place during the two-day Gojri Conference organized by the Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture, and Languages (JKAACL) at K.L. Saigal Hall, Jammu. Harvinder Kour, Secretary JKAACL, reiterated the Academy’s ...

Agriculture Department Jammu organises Buyer-Seller Meet for Flower Growers

16/01/2025
Jammu, January 16 (KIP)-The Department of Agriculture Production and Farmers Welfare Jammu today organized the Buyer-Seller Meet 2024-25 for flower growers under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) at Baba Jitto, Kisan Kendra Talab Tillo. The event aimed to foster a robust marketplace for floriculture, connecting buyers, sellers, and flower growers, while promoting commercial floriculture as part of the broader agricultural development initiative. Mission Director HADP...

Local industry pivotal in boosting economy, employment generation: Dy CM

16/01/2025
Jammu, January 16 (KIP)-Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Kumar Choudhary, today said that the local industry plays a pivotal role in employment generation besides helping in boosting the economy of a particular region. “The role of local industrial sector is of significant importance in ensuring that the economy of a particular area gets the necessary boost and the present government is committed to ensure its proper growth by way of various interventions and industry friendly schemes” th...

HARTEK bags largest Solar Plant in J&K

16/01/2025
Jammu, January 16 (KIP)-Hartek Group’s , C&I Rooftop solar business unit has won complete solar EPC contract of 8 MW from Kandhari Beverages Private Limited one of the largest bottling plant of Hindustan Coca Cola. This will become Jammu & Kashmir's largest rooftop solar installation The project is under execution and will be commissioned this quarter. The installation will improve the region's renewable energy capability and drastically lower the facility's energy expenses by producing ...