Jammu News

Deputy Chief Minister inspects development works in Nowshera Sub Division

01/03/2026
Nowshera, March 01 (KIP)- Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today held public interaction meetings at Bajora, Bajabain, Sunderbani, Hanjana and Dharat areas of Nowshera Sub Division and listened to the grievances and demands of the local residents. During the daylong tour, the Deputy Chief Minister conducted spot inspection of ongoing developmental projects in Nowshera and adjoining areas. During the interaction, the people projected issues related to road connectivity, drinking...

Judicial Academy, Isha Foundation organises “Yoga for Health” session

01/03/2026
Jammu, March 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, J&K the Judicial Academy today organised a special session titled “Yoga for Health” for Judicial Officers and staff of Jammu district, in collaboration with the Isha Foundation. The session was inaugurated by Naseer Ahmad Dar, Director, J&K Judicial A...

LoP Sunil Sharma congratulates J&K Cricket team on historic Ranji Trophy victory

01/03/2026
Jammu, February 28 (KIP)-The Leader of Opposition in the Jammu & Kashmir Assembly, Sunil Sharma today extended heartfelt congratulations to the Jammu & Kashmir cricket team for creating history by lifting the prestigious Ranji Trophy after decades of dedicated participation in the tournament. Describing the achievement as a watershed moment in the sporting history of the Union Territory, Sunil Sharma said that this long-awaited triumph is the result of years of perseverance, discipline a...

Deputy Chief Minister greets Team J&K on historic Ranji Trophy championship win

01/03/2026
Jammu, February 28 (KIP)-The Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today extended warm greetings to Team Jammu and Kashmir on their historic triumph in the 2025–26 Ranji Trophy Championship, defeating Karnataka cricket team in the final at Hubballi. Terming the victory a remarkable achievement, the Deputy Chief Minister said it is a moment of immense pride not only for the players of the Jammu and Kashmir team but also for their families and the entire people of Jammu and Kashmir. ...

JKPCC has welcomed court order of bail of Udey Bhanu Chib

01/03/2026
Jammu February 28 (KIP)-JKPCC President Shri Tariq Hameed Karra has welcomed the Hon'ble Court order grantung bail to IYC President Udey Bhanu Chib and has said that truth shall trump & our fight for democracy shall continue. Reacting to order of bail for Udey Bhanu Chib, denying plea for extension of his police detention ,Shri Karra said that his arrest was unjustified & anti democratic and aimed at crushing every peaceful ,non violent voice of dissent in the country. He...

Hakeem Yaseen Congratulates J&K on Historic Ranji Trophy Triumph

01/03/2026
Srinagar, February 28 (KIP)- President of the People’s Democratic Front (PDF) and former Minister Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen on Saturday congratulated the Jammu and Kashmir cricket team for scripting history by lifting the Ranji Trophy title for the first time in the Union Territory’s history. In a statement issued here, Hakeem Yaseen termed the victory as a “landmark moment” for Jammu and Kashmir’s sporting fraternity. He said the triumph would inspire generations of young cricketers across...

J&K BJP leaders hail historic Ranji Trophy triumph

01/03/2026
Jammu, February 28 (KIP)-Senior leaders of the Jammu & Kashmir Bharatiya Janata Party have congratulated the Jammu & Kashmir cricket team for scripting history by lifting the prestigious Ranji Trophy, calling it a defining milestone in the sporting journey of the Union Territory. J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma described the victory as a proud and emotional moment for every citizen of J&K. He said the triumph reflects the immense talent, discipline, and determination of the...

BJP conducts Trainers’ workshop in Udhampur under Prashikshan Mahabhiyan

01/03/2026
Udhampur, February 28 (KIP)-The Bharatiya Janata Party, Jammu & Kashmir, conducted a comprehensive trainers’ workshop at its party office in Udhampur as part of the nationwide Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Prashikshan Mahabhiyan. The programme was organized to equip designated Prashikshaks with the necessary ideological clarity and organizational skills to effectively implement the campaign across the Udhampur-Doda-Kathua Parliamentary Constituency. The workshop witnessed the participation of ...

DC Udhampur convenes introductory meeting with officers

28/02/2026
Udhampur, February 27 (KIP)-After assuming office as Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Minga Sherpa today convened an introductory meeting with officers of the line departments here in the Conference Hall of DC Office Complex. The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner Jugal Kishore; Additional Deputy Commissioner Prem Singh; PO Poshan, Subash Dogra; GM DIC, Kishore Singh Katoch; CPO Uttam Singh, ACR Dr Umesh Shan and other senior district and sectoral officers. ...

SWD organizes special health & awareness camp for senior citizens at Kuchal- Kishtwar

28/02/2026
Kuchal- Kishtwar, February 27 (KIP)-Social Welfare Department Kishtwar on Friday organized a special awareness and health camp for senior citizens at the Kuchal Village. The initiative was conducted in collaboration with the Department of AYUSH and NGO Asrariya Institute of Technical Education, which also operates an Old Age Home in the District. The event was held under the overall supervision of DSWO Tariq Parveaz Qazi. More than 150 individuals attended the camp and received various h...

JKTPO organises District-Level Digital Financing Awareness Drive at Reasi under RAMP

28/02/2026
Reasi, February 27 (KIP)-In continuation of its outreach initiative, Jammu and Kashmir Trade Promotion Organisation (JKTPO) organised a District-Level Digital Financing Awareness Workshop at Reasi under the World Bank supported Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Programme. Initiating the district-level series at Kathua, the Reasi workshop marks another significant step towards deepening credit penetration and promoting digital financial inclusion among MSMEs at the grassroots ...

Rahul Sahai led ICC Delegation Meets Parliamentary Committee on Official Languages

28/02/2026
Jammu,February 27 (KIP)- A delegation of the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC), Jammu Chapter, led by its Chairman Rahul Sahai, met the Hon’ble Convenor of the Parliamentary Committee on Official Languages, Sh Ujjwal Raman Singh Ji, along with Hon’ble Member of Parliament Dr Anil Sukhdevrao Bonde Ji, Hon’ble Member of Parliament Sh Kuldeep Indora Ji, and Sh Manoj Kumar Ji, Hindi Adhikari, Ministry of Home Affairs, New Delhi, during their visit to Jammu and submitted a detailed representation...

J&K Youth Congress Leaders Arrested During Peaceful Protest March

27/02/2026
Jammu, February 27 (KIP)-The J&K Pradesh Youth Congress (JKPYC) on Thursday organized a massive protest and peaceful march towards the BJP office in Jammu against the undemocratic arrest of Indian Youth Congress (IYC) National President Uday Bhanu Chib and other IYC leaders in New Delhi. The protest, which witnessed participation from a large number of Youth Congress workers, was led by JKPYC General Secretary Anirudh Sawhney in the presence of IYC Secretary Incharge J&K Maan Singh Rathore. A...

State Must Align Law with its Own Admissions: Panun Kashmir

26/02/2026
Jammu, February 26 (KIP)-Panun Kashmir on Thursday renewed its demand for the enactment of a comprehensive Genocide Bill, asserting that multiple constitutional authorities and statutory institutions of the Indian State have already acknowledged the gravity of the crime committed against Kashmiri Pandits. In a strongly worded joint statement, Dr. Agnishekhar, Convenor of Panun Kashmir, Prof. Tito Ganju, Official Spokesman, and Kuldeep Raina, General Secretary, said that the time for rhetoric...

J&K Govt activates helplines for UT residents returning from Iran

25/02/2026
Jammu, February 25 (KIP)- The Resident Commission, Government of Jammu and Kashmir, has activated helpline numbers to assist the residents of the Union Territory returning from Iran, following an advisory issued by the Embassy of India in Tehran on February 23, 2026. The 24x7 working helpline numbers included “Hello J&K” at 7303620090 and Control Rooms at 011-24611108 and 011-24611210. These helplines will provide necessary support and coordination to those in need.

Citizens Cooperative Bank delegation meets Sat Sharma, seeks ₹40 Crore to strengthen Bank

25/02/2026
Jammu, February 25 (KIP)- A delegation of Citizens’ Cooperative Bank Ltd., led by Managing Director Ravi Kant and Director on the Board Charanjeet Singh Raina, called on J&K BJP President and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) Sat Sharma, and General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, and submitted a detailed memorandum seeking infusion of rupees 40 crore as share capital from the J&K Government to strengthen the Bank’s financial position. The meeting took place in a programme organize...

J&K ACB conducted Joint Surprise Checks in various districts

25/02/2026
Jammu, February 25 (KIP)- Jammu and Kashmir Anti Corruption Bureau received complaints regarding carrying out widespread illegal mining activities in Jammu Division by mining block holders (Lessee) in connivance with certain officers and officials of the Mining and Ecological Departments. In order to curb such illegal activities, Anti-Corruption Bureau constituted teams to conduct Joint Surprise Checks (JSCs) at different places in Jammu division. During the course of JSCs, ACB teams con...

A life for unity and harmony: 72nd birthday of Dr. S. P. Varma celebrated in J&K

25/02/2026
Jammu, February 25 (KIP)- Dr. S. P. Varma, a noted peace activist and social reformer from Jammu & Kashmir, celebrated his 72nd birthday today amidst heartfelt tributes from members of Gandhi Global Family, civil society leaders, youth groups and well-wishers from across India. A recipient of the Padma Award (2012), an Honorary Doctorate (2017) from a UK university, the Lifetime Achievement Award (2024) and the Sadbhavana Award (1995) by the Government of J&K, Dr. Varma has devoted more tha...

Sadhotra, Gupta lead party functionaries in offering floral tributes to Sheikh Nazir Ahmad on his 11th death anniversary

24/02/2026
Jammu, February 24 (KIP)-The Jammu Provincial Unit of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference today paid glowing floral tributes to its party stalwart and former General Secretary, Late Sheikh Nazir Ahmad, on his 11th death anniversary at a massively attended commemorative function held at the party’s provincial headquarters, Sher-e-Kashmir Bhawan. The function was chaired by Provincial President Rattan Lal Gupta and witnessed the presence of senior party leaders, including Addition...

Conflating Opposition with Disruption Weakens the Credibility of Both the Critic and the Cause:GL Raina

24/02/2026
Jammu, February 24 (KIP)-The recent attempt by Omar Abdullah to portray Rahul Gandhi as an effective Leader of the Opposition is not just contradictory — it is politically opportunistic and intellectually untenable. It highlights a striking inconsistency in his political posture. This statement was issued today by former MLC and spokesperson of the Bharatiya Janata Party (J&K-UT), GL Raina. Recalling Mr. Abdullah’s earlier remarks, Raina noted that not long ago he had accused the Indian...

Free Multispecialty Medical Camp organizes by Crime Branch Headquarters, Jammu

24/02/2026
Jammu, February 24 (KIP)-One day Free Multispecialty Medical Camp was organized by SIBA Co-operative at the Crime Branch Headquarters, Jammu for the benefit of officers and officials, with the objective of promoting health awareness and ensuring timely medical care. The Medical Camp was inaugurated by Sh. Sujit Kumar Singh, IPS, Inspector General of Police, Crime J&K accompanied by Sh. Faisal Qureshi-JKPS, SSP Crime Branch (EOW) Jammu, Sh. Sanjay Parihar-JKPS, SSP SCW Jammu, Sh. Ramnish Gu...

Samba: Women SHGs get Kiosks under Beti Bachao Beti Padhao initiative

24/02/2026
Samba, February 24 (KIP)-In a significant step toward women’s empowerment and livelihood generation, kiosks for Women Self-Help Groups (SHGs) of Samba district were inaugurated today at the revered Chichi Mata Temple under the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) initiative. The kiosks were formally inaugurated by Deputy Commissioner Ayushi Sudan, in the presence of the district officers. The initiative aims to enhance income generation and promote sustainable livelihood opportunities for local ...

Doda students leave for Punjab to participate in the National Youth Exchange Programme

24/02/2026
Doda, February 24 (KIP)-Deputy Commissioner (DC) Doda Krishan Lal today flagged off a group of students to Punjab to participate in the National Youth Exchange Programme being held at Lovely Professional University (LPU)- Phagwara from February 24 to March 1, 2026. The students’ tour has been sponsored by the District Administration and the Red Cross Society in collaboration with the School Education Department with the objective of promoting cultural exchange, national integration and devel...

JKNC Strongly Condemns Irresponsible and Provocative Remarks of local BJP leadership

23/02/2026
Jammu, February 23 (KIP)-The Jammu & Kashmir National Conference Provincial President, Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta, today strongly condemned the highly irresponsible and provocative remarks made by local Bharatiya Janata Party leadership, calling it bundle of lies aimed at misleading the people and creating unnecessary political controversy. Gupta said it is unfortunate that instead of engaging in constructive opposition, the BJP leadership continues to rely on distortion and sensationalism...

POJK Refugee Cell submits memorandum to Sat Sharma on key issues of the community

23/02/2026
Jammu, February 23 (KIP)-Jammu Kashmir BJP POJK Cell State Convenor Balvinder Singh Soodan, on Monday, submitted a detailed memorandum highlighting pressing issues of the PoJK Displaced Persons (DPs) of 1947 to BJP J&K State President and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) Sat Sharma CA. The memorandum was presented in the presence of party leaders Balbir Ram Rattan and Bawa Sharma. The memorandum urges to take up these long-pending matters at the appropriate forums, including the Raj...

CCF Jammu tours Nowshera Forest Division

22/02/2026
Nowshera, February 22 (KIP)-A tour programme was conducted today by the Jammu and Kashmir Forest Department in Nowshera Forest Division under the leadership of the Chief Conservator of Forests, Jammu, Dr. V. S. Senthil Kumar. He was accompanied by the Conservator of Forests, West Circle, Rajouri, Sat Paul. The visit was undertaken in connection with the Khair Awareness and assessment Programme for formulation of the next ten-year Khair Management Plan with the proposed felling cycle from 20...

Bhalla raises concerns over plight of traders and business community in J&K

22/02/2026
Jammu, February 22 (KIP)- A well-attended public meeting was convened today at Sheanchak in the Jammu South constituency by JKPCC Working President Raman Bhalla. The programme was organized by Satpaul Mandi and Block President Miran Sahib Gurmeet Singh Gumma. A large number of local residents, party workers, and prominent citizens participated in the gathering and expressed their concerns regarding pressing public issues. Among others who addressed the gathering were Bishan Dass (Panch), ...

BJP aspires not for power, but for selfless service to the people: Baldev Billawaria

22/02/2026
Basohli, February 22 (KIP)-Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) District Pahari organized a district-level workshop in Basohli under the banner of "Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Prashikshan Mahabhiyan." The workshop was chaired by Pahari District President Gopal Kishan, while BJP Jammu and Kashmir General Secretary Baldev Singh Billawaria, along with BJP Pahari District Prabhari Amar Singh, DDC Neeru Bala, Narayan Dutt Tripathi, Vikram Singh, and other senior leaders addressed the workshop. Addressing...

Integrated Health Camp organized at Sub District Hospital (SDH), R.S. Pura, Jammu

22/02/2026
Jammu, February 22 (KIP)-An Integrated Health Camp was organized by J&K AIDS Control Society (JKACS) in collaboration with the Directorate of Health Services, Jammu at Sub District Hospital, R.S.Pura, Jammu here today. The camp was inaugurated by Dr. Harbaksh Singh, Chief Medical Officer, Jammu in the presence Dr. Tabassum Firdous, Deputy Director (HQ), JKACS, Dr. Monika Wali, Deputy Director (CST) JKACS and Dr. Balvinder Singh BMO, SDH, R.S. Pura along-with other officers and officials fr...

Javed Rana reviews ongoing works of Mendhar

22/02/2026
Jammu, February 22 (KIP)-Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana today chaired a virtual review meeting to assess the progress of ongoing development works being executed by Public Works Department (PWD) in Mendhar. The meeting was attended by the Chief Engineer PW (R&B) Pir Panjal, Executive Engineer PW (R&B) Mendhar and other concerned officers of the department. During the review, the Minister took a detailed appraisal of projects b...