Jammu News

Pawan Sharma Slams Government for Neglecting Dogri

02/12/2025
Jammu, December 01 (KIP)- BJP State Secretary Pawan Sharma today strongly criticized the continuous neglect of the Dogri language by the Omar Abdullah government and demanded immediate steps to make Dogri compulsory from primary classes up to the university level. He said it is unacceptable that despite Dogri being listed in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution, the government has repeatedly failed to provide the required academic support and institutional backing. Sharma said Dogri is...

Dr. Farooq, Omar Abdullah, Surinder Choudhary Condole the Demise of Atiqa Jan

02/12/2025
Jammu, December 01 (KIP)- The President of the National Conference, Dr. Farooq Abdullah, Vice President, as well as the Honorable Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah and Surinder Choudhary Honorable Deputy Chief Minister have expressed deep sorrow over the passing away after a brief illness of Atiqa Jan DDC Poonch mother of Ajaz Jan Honble MLA Poonch. They have extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. In their condolence message, Dr. Farooq Abdullah , Omar Abdullah and...

Judicial Academy launches 2 week Training Course for Legal Assistants of Ladakh

02/12/2025
Jammu, December 01 (KIP)- Under the patronage of Chief Justice, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh (Patron-in-Chief, J&K Judicial Academy), Arun Palli and guidance of Chairperson and members of Governing Committee for J&K Judicial Academy, the J&K Judicial Academy today launched the two week Training Course for Legal Assistants of the Union Territory of Ladakh. The programme is aimed at strengthening the legal understanding, administrative competence and professional capacity of th...

Educational Institutions observe World AIDS prevention Day across Jammu Division

02/12/2025
Jammu,December 01 (KIP)-Educational and Professional Institutions across Jammu Division organized a series of impact awareness activities on Monday to observe World AIDS prevention Day. The events sensitized students about the importance of prevention, ending stigma and promoting a healthy lifestyle. The Red Ribbon Club of Government ITI Kathua organized a series of engaging events on the campus. The day began with a solemn pledge by staff and trainees to work towards an AIDS-free socie...

Devyani Rana thanks Union Railway Minister for Restoring DMU Train Service

02/12/2025
Nagrota,December 01 (KIP)-MLA Nagrota, Ms. Devyani Rana, today expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the Hon’ble Union Minister for Railways, Mr. Ashwini Vaishnaw Ji for the restoration of DMU 74907 and 74906, which had remained suspended have now been resumed for public service. Rana stated that the resumption of these crucial DMU services comes as a major relief for thousands of daily commuters, students, office-goers, and traders of the Nagrota Assembly Constituency. She said the re...

Department of YS&S Kishtwar leads another successful day of the District Trekking Expedition

01/12/2025
Kishtwar, November 30 (KIP)-The Youth Services & Sports Department Kishtwar today successfully organized Day 6 of the Inter-Zonal District Level Residential Trekking Expedition for Boys marked by adventure, discipline and enthusiastic participation from young trekkers representing various zones of the district. The Day 6 trekking route began from the Base Camp and advanced through the scenic trails of Hidyal – Chowgan Ground – Hatta – Pochhal – Brayain offering students a breathtaking experi...

Dalit, OBC, Minority Adivasis took an oath to defend the Constitution

30/11/2025
Jammu,November 30 (KIP)- The Doma (Dalit, OBC, Minority, Adivasis) Confederation's Bhim Rally was scheduled to be held on November 30th, 2025, at Ramlila Maidan, New Delhi, to defend the Constitution, fundamental rights, democracy, religious freedom, and oppose manuvaad . The government deliberately revoked its permission. This proves that the government is against the Constitution and our rights. In protest, Dalit, OBC, Minority and Adivasis gathered at Ambedkar Chowk, Jammu, at 12 noon...

Dr. Pardeep slams Congress “talent-hunt drama”

30/11/2025
Jammu, November 30 (KIP)- J&K BJP Media Incharge Dr. Pardeep Mahotra launched a sharp and detailed attack on the Congress party, calling its newly announced open recruitment drive for the Media & Publicity Wing a “last-ditch attempt to hide an unprecedented leadership crisis that has engulfed the Congress from top to bottom across India.” Dr. Pardeep said that while Congress is projecting this recruitment as a democratic step, the reality is far more troubling. For decades, the party has b...

DC Kathua reviews progress under District Capex Plan

30/11/2025
Kathua, November 29 (KIP)-Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the progress of works under the current financial year District Capex Budget plan. The DC held a detailed sector-wise review of the pace of execution under PRI, BDC, DDC, APDP and ABDP components, covering key sectors such as Health, Education, RDD, PHE, PDD and PWD. He also assessed the status of ongoing works carried forward from the previous fiscal, directing officers ...

SCERT Jammu hosts One-Day Seminar on 'Strengthening School Libraries in Learning-Teaching Process'

30/11/2025
Jammu, November 29 (KIP)- To revitalise school libraries and enhance their effectiveness in the Teaching–Learning process, the Library & Documentation Wing of SCERT J&K, Divisional Office Jammu, organised a One-Day Seminar on “The Role of Heads of Institutions of High Schools in Making Libraries an Integral Part of the Learning-Teaching Process.” The programme was conducted under the visionary mentorship of Shantmanu, Financial Commissioner and Director SCERT J&K and the able guidance of P...

BJP committed to promote local talent & cultural enrichment: Sat Sharma

30/11/2025
Jammu, November 29 (KIP)-J&K BJP President & Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma (CA) accompanied by MLA Ch. Vikram Randhawa, today released a soulful devotional song “Sajaya Darbar” at the party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu. BJP Media Incharge Dr. Pardeep Mahotra, District Vice-President Divya Jain, producer Sahil Mahajan, and several party leaders and supporters also accompanied Sat Sharma, while releasing the Bhajan. Produced by Rajat Sharma & Sahil Mahajan, Project by Anika Gupta, sun...

Agriculture Department Jammu pays homage to Saint-Farmer Shri Bawa Jitto at Krishi Bhawan

30/11/2025
Jammu, November 29 (KIP)- An impressive function was organized today in the premises of Directorate of Agriculture Production & Farmers Welfare, Krishi Bhawan, Talab Tillo to pay homage to Shri Bawa Jitto (Baba Jit Mal Dev Ji Maharaj) — a legendary saint-farmer who made the supreme sacrifice nearly 650 years ago in the fight for farmers’ rights and justice. The Department of Agriculture Jammu paid rich tributes to this epitome of courage, honouring his stand againt exploitation and suppres...

J&K Judicial Academy organizes workshop on Family Court Matters

30/11/2025
Jammu,November 29 (KIP)- Under the patronage of Justice Arun Palli, Chief Justice, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh (Patron-in-Chief, J&K Judicial Academy), guidance of Chairperson and members of Governing Committee for J&K Judicial Academy, the Jammu & Kashmir Judicial Academy today organized a one day workshop on “Family Court Matters, including provisions under the Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act, Guardian and Wards Act, Resolution of Disputes, Execution of Orders and Protectio...

Mahatma Jyotiba Phule was the first flag-bearer of social harmony and women's education:Sat Sharma

29/11/2025
Jammu, November 28 (KIP)-The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) OBC Morcha paid heartfelt tributes to the great social reformer Mahatma Jyotiba Phule on his death anniversary at Kachi Cantonment in Jammu today, remembering his invaluable contribution to eradicating social evils and promoting equality. J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma was the chief guest on the occasion, accompanied by Jammu East MLA Yudhvir Sethi, OBC Morcha State President Brahm Jyot Satti, BJP District Preside...

DC Kathua chairs NCORD meeting to review drug control measures

28/11/2025
Kathua, November 28 (KIP)-Deputy Commissioner Kathua, Rajesh Sharma today chaired a meeting of the District level Narco Coordination Centre (NCORD) meeting to review the implementation and enforcement measures aimed at curbing the drug menace in the district. The DC emphasised on identifying hotspots and directed the ADCs and SDMs to map areas with noticeable activities related to drugs and narcotic substances. He called for a coordinated approach to strengthen ground-level surveillance. ...

DHSJ reviews healthcare scenario in Jammu District

28/11/2025
Jammu, November 28 (KIP)- Director Health Services Jammu (DHSJ). Dr. Abdul Hamid Zargar convened a comprehensive review meeting to assess the healthcare scenario and progress of the health programmes in Jammu District. The meeting, held in the Conference Hall of DHSJ, was attended by the Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Jammu, Dr. Ratesh Khullar; State Tuberculosis Officer (STO), District Tuberculosis Officer (DTO), all Block Medical Officers (BMOs) and officials from the District Programme Uni...

309 cases approved under Mission YUVA in Jammu

28/11/2025
Jammu, November 28 (KIP)- The District Level Implementation Committee today approved 309 new cases under Mission YUVA at its meeting chaired by District Development Commissioner, Dr Rakesh Minhas. The meeting was attended by ADDC Sher Singh; Deputy Director DE&CC Sunaina Saini; Assistant Director, Mukhlis Ali and other DLIC members. The District Development Commissioner reviewed overall progress of Mission YUVA. He emphasised timely processing of cases, improved field outreach an...

Dir Agri inspects operations at State Seed Testing Laboratory

28/11/2025
Jammu, November 28 (KIP)- Director Agriculture Jammu Anil Gupta, today visited the State Seed Testing Laboratory to review ongoing operations and strengthen the overall seed quality assurance system. During the visit, he inaugurated a 30 KVA generator set, installed to ensure uninterrupted power supply to the laboratory for critical testing processes. Present on the occasion were Joint Director (Inputs), Dr. Ashwani Sharma, Joint Director (SLUB/Farms), Aman Jyoti Sharma, Seed Analyst, ...

Awareness Camp promotes SW Schemes, anti–drug campaign at Bhaderwah

27/11/2025
Bhaderwah, November 27 (KIP)- An impactful Awareness Camp was today organised at the Tehsil Social Welfare Office (TSWO), Bhaderwah to educate local people about the Pension Schemes. The officials provided comprehensive information on a range of pension schemes, including Old Age Pension, Women in Distress Pension and Disability Pension. The participants were guided on the eligibility criteria, entitled financial assistance and the list of mandatory documents required to be uploaded on t...

One day Awareness program under HADP

27/11/2025
Jammu, November 27 (KIP)- The SKUAST-Jammu team under HADP Project No. 16: Alternate Agriculture System for Sustainability organised a One-Day Awareness Programme on “Importance of Organic Farming” at the Community Hall, Panjgarian, Nagrota, within the Organic Cluster of Serikalan. A total of 55 farmers (men and women) participated in the programme, where they were sensitised about the significance, principles, and multifaceted advantages of organic and natural farming systems. Prof. (Dr...

Sat Sharma chairs crucial meeting with DDC Chairpersons

27/11/2025
Jammu, November 27 (KIP)- Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Jammu & Kashmir President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma (CA) chaired an important meeting with the District Development Council (DDC) Chairpersons at the party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu. DDC Chairperson Jammu Bharat Bhushan, DDC Chairperson Kathua Col (Retd) Mahan Singh, DDC Chairperson Doda Dhananter Singh Kotwal, DDC Chairperson Reasi Saraf Singh Nag, DDC Chairperson Samba Keshav Dutt Sharma, and DDC Chairperson Udhampur Lal...

Financial Commissioner Chairs Pre-Budget Review Meeting for Agriculture & Horticulture Sector

27/11/2025
Jammu, November 27 (KIP)- The Financial Commissioner/Additional Chief Secretary, Agriculture Production Department (APD), Shri Shailendra Kumar, today chaired a Pre-Budget Meeting to discuss the Revised Estimates (RE) 2025-26 and Budget Estimates (BE) 2026-27 for the Agriculture and Horticulture Sectors of Jammu & Kashmir. The meeting focused on a detailed review of expenditure and proposed allocations under CAPEX, HADP, SASCI, CSS and NABARD. All Heads of Departments (HoDs) of Agriculture...

Ashok Koul distributes Ayushman Vay Vandana cards at Jourian, Akhnoor

26/11/2025
Jammu, November 26 (KIP)-J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul distributed Ayushman Vay Vandana Cards to eligible beneficiaries aimed at improving healthcare access for senior citizens, at Village Khour, Chamb Constituency, Akhnoor, Jammu. BJP Health and Medical Cell Convenor, Jammu & Kashmir Puneet Mahajan, District Prabhari Vinay Gupta, District President Kuldeep Raj Sharma, former MLA Rajiv Sharma accompanied Ashok Koul, extending strong support to the awareness and distri...

High Court commemorates Constitution Day; Chief Justice leads proceedings

26/11/2025
Jammu, November 26 (KIP)-A grand ceremony was organized in the Jammu Wing of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh to commemorate the 76th Constitution Day. Chief Justice, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Arun Palli, led the proceedings, reading out the preamble to the Constitution. He was accompanied by Judges, Judicial Officers and officials from the Registry, who joined in reciting the preamble The ceremony was graced by Justice Sindhu Sharma, Justice Rajnesh Oswal...

DIPR commemorates Constitution Day celebrations at Jammu

26/11/2025
Jammu, November 26 (KIP)-Director Information, Nitish Rajora today led the celebrations of Constitution Day at Directorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR) by reading out the Preamble of the Constitution at Conference Hall of Media Complex here. Joint Director Information Headquarters, Dr. Zahoor Ahmad; Joint Director Information Jammu, Deepak Dubey; Deputy Director PR/AV, Javid Ahmad Rather; Deputy Director Information Jammu, Ashu Kumari; Administrative Officer, Renu Sharma; Acc...

Mirpuries paid glowing Tribute to the Martyrs of Mirpur

25/11/2025
Jammu, November 25 (KIP)- Mirpuries residing in Jammu city and its peripheral colonies today paid glowing floral tribute to more than 16,000 Martyrs of Mirpur who were brutally killed by Pakistani raiders on 25th, 26th and 27th November 1947. The only fault of the citizens of Mirpur (now in PoK) was that they had unitedly vowed to protect their birth land from the raiders till they had the last bullet to fight with. In this connection, a large Prabhat Pheri consisting of men, women and school ...

People across J&K embracing BJP’s vision of development and peace: Ashok Koul

25/11/2025
Jammu, November 25 (KIP)-A group of unemployed engineers including Jai Karan Singh, Prabjot Singh, Vijay Singh, Manjot Singh, and several others from Tral Constituency, District Pulwama, joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) at the party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu. J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul welcomed them into the party. Party leader Er. Syed Showkat Gayoor Andrabi, and others were also present on the occasion. On the occasion, Ashok Koul also felicita...

Women-led development is the driving force of Viksit Bharat: Sat Sharma

25/11/2025
Samba, November 25 (KIP)-Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Jammu & Kashmir President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma (CA), accompanied by former Minister and MLA Dr. Devinder Kumar Manyal, addressed the Atma Nirbhar Bharat Mahila Sammelan organized under the leadership of Mahila Morcha District President Indu Wazir Sambyal at Rajpura, Ramgarh Assembly Constituency in Samba District. The programme witnessed the presence of DDC Chairperson Keshav Dutt, District President & DDC Asha Rani, DDCs Shi...

Director Agriculture Reviews Physical & Financial Progress under CSS, CAPEX, HADP and NABARD

25/11/2025
Jammu, November 24 (KIP)-Director Agriculture Jammu, Sh. Anil Gupta, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the physical and financial progress under various schemes, including CSS, CAPEX, HADP and NABARD. The meeting was attended by Sh. Aman Jyoti Sharma, Joint Director Agriculture (SLUB/Farms); Sh. Mudassir Yaqoob Zargar, Deputy Director (Planning); Sh. Vishnu Kant Sharma, Accounts Officer; Sh. N.P. Singh, Assistant Agrostologist; Sh. Raj Kumar, Technical Officer HADP (Do...

Secretary Transport asks for effective implementation of Registered Vehicle Scrapping Policy in J&K

24/11/2025
Jammu, November 24 (KIP)-Secretary, Transport, Avny Lavasa, today asked the department for effective implementation of the Registered Vehicle Scrapping Policy in Jammu & Kashmir. She exhorted upon the officers to generate awareness about the policy and encourage the vehicle owners to take advantage of the benefits outlined under the policy. The Secretary emphasized the importance of widespread publicity and awareness campaigns to ensure that the general public, especially vehicle owners...