Jammu News

Young singing prodigy Samriddhi Sen appointed Brand Ambassador of MSCBMC Trust

08/06/2026
Jammu,June 08 (KIP)-In recognition of her outstanding achievements in the field of music and her role in promoting the cultural heritage of Jammu and Kashmir across the country, renowned young singer Samriddhi Sen has been appointed as the Brand Ambassador of the Master Sansar Chand Baru Memorial Charitable Trust. A national and international award-winning classical and semi-classical vocalist, Samriddhi Sen has emerged as one of the most promising young musical talents from Kishtwar. Thro...

Sunil Sharma meets Amit Shah

08/06/2026
New Delhi, June 08 (KIP)-Leader of Opposition in the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly Sunil Sharma today met Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi and held an extensive discussion on various issues concerning the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. During the meeting, detailed deliberations were held on the prevailing security scenario, law and order situation, developmental initiatives, and the overall political landscape of Jammu & Kashmir. Sunil Sharma apprised the Union Home M...

CGPWA Hosts a Lecture on World Environment Day

08/06/2026
Jammu June 08 (KIP)-The Central Govt Pensioners’ Welfare Association, Jammu (CGPWA) today organised a special Lecture to celebrate the 53rd World Environment Day to create awareness about the serious challenges arising out of fast degradation of ecosystem and spur action on urgent ecological issues. Former Additional Principal Chief Conservator of Forests and a member of the Executive Committee of the CGPWA Upender Pachananda delivered an illumination lecture on the Environment Day. In his ...

Satish Sharma hands over appointment orders to Anganwadi Workers

07/06/2026
Kour, June 07 (Scoop News)- Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Information Technology, Youth Services & Sports, and Science & Technology, Satish Sharma, today reaffirmed the government's unwavering commitment towards the welfare of border residents, accelerated infrastructure development, employment generation and transparent governance The Minister was addressing a large public gathering at the historic Royal Palace, Khour. The Minister's visit witnessed enthusiastic p...

Drug-Free Society and Clean Environment Are Collective Responsibilities: Sat Sharma

07/06/2026
Jammu, June 07 (KIP)-Shri Ram Mandir Committee Gurha Bakshi Nagar, Jammu, organized an Anti-Drug Awareness Programme and Rally under the theme "Say No to Drugs", witnessing the participation of local residents, school children, social activists and prominent citizens in a united effort against the growing menace of drug abuse. J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma, participating in the programme, inspired participants to actively contribute towards building a drug-free society....

Sham-e-Ghazal organised by JKAACL in memory of Gurudev O.P. Sharma Sarthi

07/06/2026
Jammu, June 07 (KIP)-Jammu & Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages, in collaboration with Adbi Kunj, J&K, Jammu, today organised a grand "Sham-e-Ghazal" at K.L. Saigal Hall, Jammu, as a musical tribute to Gurudev O.P. Sharma Sarthi, the eminent litterateur, poet, lyricist, broadcaster and multidimensional personality of Jammu and Kashmir. Padma Shri Dr. Jitendra Udhampuri graced the occasion as the chief guest. The guests of honour included Sardar Prithpal Singh Pritam, Arvinder ...

Directorate of Tourism Jammu organizes Gool Mela

07/06/2026
Ramban, June 07 (KIP)-In a vibrant celebration of culture, heritage and tourism, the Directorate of Tourism Jammu, in collaboration with district administration Ramban, organized a one-day Gool Mela at the picturesque Narsingha area amidst the lush green meadows of Gool Sub-Division. The cultural festival witnessed an overwhelming response, with more than ten thousand people thronging the venue from across Ramban and Reasi districts. The mela transformed the scenic destination into a vibrant hu...

Congress delegation meets LG,discuss public issues

07/06/2026
Jammu, June 07 (KIP)-A high level delegation of JKPCC met the Lt Governor Manoj Sinha in Lok Bhawan Jammu,last evening and discussed wide range of issues of public concern. A detailed memorandum was also submitted by the delegation who discussed the issue of Mubarak Mandi heritage and damages to the historic temple and other parts of the heritage complex. The delegation sought his personal visit and directions for issuance of white paper on the protected monument of dogra history and ...

LG agrees to visit Mubarak Mandi to asses damages

07/06/2026
Jammu,June 06 (KIP)-LG Manoj Sinha to visit Mubarak Mandi & inspect site of damage to Gadhadhar Temple ,on Monday . This was disclosed by him to a delegation of JKPCC which met him today in Lok Bhawan Jammu today and requested him to visit there to assesed the situation A detailed memorandum was also submitted by the delegation who discussed the issue of Mubarak Mandi heritage and damages to the historic temple and other places. The delegation had a detailed discussions on a ...

Deputy CM inspects Jeevan Nagar Bridge project

07/06/2026
Jammu, June 06 (KIP)- Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today conducted an extensive inspection of the ongoing Digiana–Jeevan Nagar Bridge project from Sabzi Mandi Lane, Satwari Jammu and reviewed the pace and quality of work being executed on the vital infrastructural project. During the inspection, the Deputy Chief Minister assessed the progress achieved on the ground. He directed the concerned officers to ensure timely completion of the bridge while maintaining the highest stan...

Article 370 was mother of all ills in Jammu & Kashmir: Balbir

07/06/2026
Jammu, June 06 (KIP)- BJP Spokesperson and former Vice Chairman Balbir Ram Rattan has strongly disagreed with Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's assertion that Article 370 was not responsible for the lack of development in the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir. He said that Article 370 was, in fact, the mother of all ills that kept the region isolated from the full benefits of India's constitutional framework and developmental journey. Balbir Ram Rattan said that for decades, Article 370 cr...

Ashok Koul meets eminent personalities under special outreach programme in Akhnoor

07/06/2026
Akhnoor, June 06 (KIP)-Ashok Koul, General Secretary (Organization), J&K BJP accompanied by Prabhari Akhnoor Vinay Gupta, District President Akhnoor Kuldeep Raj Sharma, MLA Akhnoor Mohan Lal Bhagat, and former MLA Rajiv Sharma, met and held interactions with eminent personalities as part of the Bharatiya Janata Party's ongoing Special Outreach Campaign, in District Akhnoor. The interactions witnessed the participation of distinguished citizens including Dr. K. C. Bhagat, Krishan Gupta, T...

Satish Sharma hails Jammu RMC inauguration as major boost to weather forecasting

05/06/2026
Jammu, June 05 (KIP)- Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Information Technology, Youth Services & Sports, and Science & Technology, Satish Sharma, today described the inauguration of the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Jammu as a landmark achievement that will significantly strengthen the weather forecasting capabilities, disaster preparedness, scientific research and public safety across Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, the Minist...

GDC Samba Observes World Environment Day 2026

05/06/2026
Samba, June 05 (KIP)- Government Degree College, Samba organized a series of activities on the occasion of World Environment Day under the theme "Healthy Environment, Healthy Youth: Towards a Drug-Free and Sustainable Future" in collaboration with the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (NMBA). The programme was organized by the NCORD Cell, NSS Unit and NCC units of the college. The event was held under the patronage of the Principal, Prof. (Dr.) Nirlape Kour, who emphasized the importance of environm...

CTTIK Seeks Amarnath Facilitation Centre At Katra

04/06/2026
Jammu, June 04 (KIP)- Today Chamber of Tourism Trade & Industry Katra (CTTIK) submitted a detailed representation to Shri Sachin Kumar Vaishya ( IAS) Chief Executive Officer, SMVD Shrine Board Katra seeking several important initiatives aimed at enhancing pilgrim convenience and promoting the welfare of the local population of Katra. Raj Kumar Padha president CTTIK strongly advocated for the establishment of an Amarnath Yatra Facilitation Centre at Katra. Highlighting Katra's si...

NC Legislatures party decision to hold protest in Delhi for the restoration of Statehood:Ratan Lal

04/06/2026
Jammu,June 04 (KIP)-The Jammu and Kashmir National Provincial President Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta said that the decision of the National Conference Legislature Party to hold a protest in Delhi on the opening day of the forthcoming Monsoon Session of Parliament for the restoration of Statehood to Jammu and Kashmir is a significant and historic step in the democratic struggle of the people of J&K. While addressing a Joining function at Sher-e- Kashmir Bhavan, Jammu today. The joining fun...

Omar's austerity Order is a death certificate for J&k's Youth Employment Dreams:Arun Prabhat

03/06/2026
Jammu, June 03 (KIP)- Arun Prabhat, State President, Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha, Jammu Kashmir, today held a strong-worded press conference at the BJP Party Headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, slamming the Omar Abdullah-led National Conference government for what he described as a blatant betrayal of the future of Jammu & Kashmir's youth through the recently issued Government Order No. 198- F of 2026 by the Finance Department, which freezes the creation of new government posts and mandates ...

DM Jammu reviews 100-day Nasha Mukt J&K Abhiyaan impact

03/06/2026
Jammu, June 03 (KIP)- District Magistrate Jammu Dr Rakesh Minhas today chaired the District Level Narco Coordination Centre (NCORD) meeting to review the implementation of anti-drug initiatives in the district. The meeting reviewed the impact of the rigorous 100-day Nasha Mukt J&K Abhiyaan. The DM appreciated inter-departmental efforts and discussed course corrections for the rest of the programme. He reviewed "Drug Free Panchayat" declarations and scrutinised administrative and polic...

Priya Sethi leads grassroots outreach, ensures on-the-spot redressal of residents’ issues

03/06/2026
Jammu, June 03 (KIP)- In a significant outreach initiative aimed at strengthening public connect and ensuring prompt redressal of civic issues, Priya Sethi, Vice President of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu and Kashmir, and former Minister, conducted an extensive visit to Ward No. 15 and interacted with residents to assess developmental needs and address their grievances. During the visit, Priya Sethi personally met local residents, senior citizens, women, youth and members of various so...

DC Kathua holds Public Grievances redressal camp at Mangloor

03/06/2026
Kathua, June 03 (KIP)- Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma today convened a Public Grievances Redressal Camp at Panchayat Mangloor East in Block Dinga Amb to listen to and address the issues and concerns of the local populace. A large number of locals participated in the grievance redressal camp. They projected several demands concerning infrastructure development, improvement of public services delivery and other matters of public importance. They sought expeditious resolution of civic...

BJP is rapidly losing its political ground in Jammu: Rattan Lal

03/06/2026
Jammu ,June 03 (KIP)-The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Provincial President Jammu Rattan Lal Gupta said that the BJP is rapidly losing its political ground in Jammu because of its failure to deliver on the promises made to the people. Instead of addressing pressing public issues such as unemployment, inflation, deteriorating infrastructure, shortage of essential services, and the continued denial of Statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, BJP leaders are attempting to divert public attention to...

BJP will highlight Modi govt’s transformative 12 years of trust, development, public welfare:Sat Sharma

02/06/2026
Jammu, June 02 (KIP)-J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma chaired an organizational meeting at the party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, to review the ongoing party programmes and discuss the roadmap for upcoming activities under the nationwide campaign “12 Saal Vishwaas Ke, Vikaas Ke, Jankalyan Ke”. J&K BJP Vice-Presidents Priya Sethi and Rakesh Mahajan, General Secretaries Baldev Singh Billawaria and Gopal Mahajan, Mann Ki Baat Incharge Adv. Vibodh Gupta, Secretaries Ree...

Panun Kashmir welcomes Delhi Government’s One-Time Amnesty Scheme for KPs

02/06/2026
Jammu, June 02 (KIP)-Panun Kashmir has welcomed the decision of the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi to extend and implement the One-Time Amnesty Scheme for displaced Kashmiri families receiving relief assistance. The organization described the initiative as a humane and pragmatic response to several longstanding concerns of the displaced Kashmiri Hindu community. The decision provides significant relief to displaced families by ensuring that those who received relief as...

Dire Need to launch Campaign Against Adulteration and Corruption in J&K - JBM

02/06/2026
Jammu, June 01 (KIP)-Jammu Province Bachao Manch has expressed serious concern over the alarming increase in adulteration and Corruption in Jammu and Kashmir, resulting into deadly diseases and misgovernance causing trap on the people, said Mr Ashok Kumar Sharma Advocate former Law Maker and Chairman Jammu Province Bachao Manch (JBM) after the conclusion of an extra ordinary meeting organised here in Jammu on Zoom. In the meeting it was also resolved to stress for the need to harvest ra...

J&K ACB Traps and Arrests, Forest Guard of Forest Division Marwah, Kishtwar

02/06/2026
Jammu, June 01 (KIP)-A written complaint was received by ACB alleging that the accused demanded a bribe of ₹20,000 from the complainant for expediting the release of security deposits related to allotted works. After negotiations, the accused allegedly agreed to accept ₹15,000 as illegal gratification. Unwilling to pay the bribe, the complainant approached the Anti-Corruption Bureau seeking legal action against the accused official. Upon receipt of the complaint, ACB conducted a discreet ...

PM SVANidhi Modi’s financial security and dignity to millions of street vendors: Dr. Pardeep

02/06/2026
Jammu, June 01 (KIP)-Pradhan Mantri Street Vendor’s AtmaNirbhar Nidhi (PM SVANidhi) Scheme has emerged as a crucial support system for millions of street vendors across the country who, despite their hard work and contribution to the economy, remained deprived of access to institutional credit for decades, said Dr. Pardeep Mahotra, J&K BJP Media Incharge. Dr. Pardeep Mahotra said that street vendors are an indispensable part of India's economic and social fabric. From supplying daily ess...

Omar led Govt is committed to empower women folk in J&K: Shamima Firdous

02/06/2026
Jammu, June 01 (KIP)-One Day Convention of Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Women Wing was organized by Bimla Luthra former MLA and State Vice President Women Wing and Presided over by Shamima Firdous Honble MLA and State President Women Wing JKNC at Sher-e- Kashmir Bhavan, Jammu today. Rattan Lal Gupta Provincial President Jammu, Sheikh Bashir Ahmad Provincial Secretary Jammu, District Presidents and Party functionaries Women Wing JKNC were also present. Mrs Bimla Luthra highlighted ...

Khet Bachao Abhiyan to be conducted across Jammu Division from June 1 to June 30

31/05/2026
Jammu, May 31 (KIP)-Under the directions of Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers Welfare and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, who during a recent meeting through video conferencing emphasized that the “Khet Bachao Abhiyan” should not remain merely an awareness programme but evolve into a comprehensive national campaign connecting farms, farmers and villages, Director Agriculture Jammu, Anil Gupta today chaired a high-level meeting to review and finalize preparations for the month...

First-Ever Night Kabaddi Tournament held in Rajouri under Nasha Mukt J&K Campaign

31/05/2026
RajouriI, May 31 (KIP)-In a landmark initiative under the ongoing 100 Days Campaign of the Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyan, the Department of Youth Services and Sports (YSS), Rajouri, under the guidance of DC Rajouri Abhishek Sharma today organized the first-ever Night Kabaddi Tournament for Boys and Girls at the Mini Stadium Sports Complex, Rajouri. The historic event witnessed enthusiastic participation from young sportspersons and sports enthusiasts, transforming the stadium into a v...

NSUI Katra Convention Demands Resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan

31/05/2026
Katra May 31 (KIP)- Under the leadership of NSUI State President Ajay Lakhotra, the National Students’ Union of India (NSUI) organized a significant convention in Katra today to strongly protest the recurring NEET Scam and CBSE OSM Scam that have severely compromised the future of lakhs of students across the country. Addressing the gathering, NSUI State President Ajay Lakhotra said: “The NEET Scam has once again exposed the deep rot in our education system. This year, serious irregularit...