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| DC Kishtwar reviews progress on digitisation of land records | | | Kishtwar,January 18 (Scoop News)-: Deputy Commissioner, Pankaj Kumar Sharma today reviewed the progress of digitisation and freezing of Jamabandis in district Kishtwar in the presence of Special Secretary (Revenue), Ghulam Rasool.
The officers at the meeting evaluated the on-ground implementation of Revenue Department reforms. The department was asked to carry out the process strictly in accordance to the prescribed guidelines.
Tehsildar Nirbhay Sharma, while giving a Power Point presentation, highlighted the overall progress achieved in the district in the digitisation and freezing of Jamabandis.
It was informed that district profile reflects a substantial workload, comprising 15... |
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| | AICC Member slams BJP Govt for renaming MGNREGA | | raises alarm over burning issues in J&K UT | |
Jammu, January 18 (Scoop News)- Senior leader of the Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) and Member of the All India Congress Committee (AICC) today strongly criticized the BJP-led government at the Centre for its decision to change the name of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), terming it an act driven by “political vendetta rather than public interest.”
Addressing a public meeting , the senior Congress leader said that MGNREGA is not merely a scheme but a historic, rights-based legislation enacted by the UPA government to provide employment security and dignity to rural households. “Changing the name of MGNREGA reflects the BJP’s ... |
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| | Winter Carnival enthralls thousands at Bhaderwah with star performances, cultural extravaganza | |  Doda, January 18 (Scoop News)-The second day of the Winter Carnival 2026 was celebrated with great enthusiasm and splendor at New Bus Stand, Bhaderwah, today drawing a massive gathering of locals and tourists alike.
The mega event was organized by the Department of Tourism, Government of Jammu & Kashmir, in collaboration with the District Administration Doda and Bhaderwah Development Authority (BDA).
The carnival featured a colourful blend of celebrity performances, local cultural programmes, ethnic food stalls and a street bazaar, offering visitors a complete cultural and tourism exper... |
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| | Satish Sharma attends Devika Champions League finals at Udhampur | | reaffirms government’s commitment to sports development |  Udhampur, January 18 (Scoop News)-Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA), Information Technology, Transport, Youth Services and Sports, Satish Sharma, today attended the final match of the Devika Champions League at Udhampur, a major grassroots sporting initiative aimed at promoting competitive sports and nurturing young talent in the region.
The finals witnessed enthusiastic participation from teams representing different areas of the district and attracted a large gathering of youth, sports lovers and local residents. The vibrant atmosphere at the venue reflected t... |
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| | Gupta Assures Women’s Delegation of Continued Development push and tourism boost | | for Border Belt of Jammu District | |
Jammu, January 17 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Provincial President, Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta, today met a women’s delegation of Party functionaries from Border Belt of Jammu District headed by Mrs Bimla Luthra former MLA and State Vice President Women Wing JKNC Jammu at the party’s Provincial Headquarters, Sher-e-Kashmir Bhawan, Jammu.
During the interaction, the delegation raised several issues related to development and employment and sought the intervention of the Omar Abdullah–led government for their effective resolution. The members expressed satisfaction over the extensive development outreach initiated by the elected government in the Border be... |
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| | BJP holds meeting of national and state council members to discuss national president election | | |
Jammu, January 17 (Scoop News)-The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) held a crucial meeting of BJP National Council members and State Council members at the party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, to deliberate on the upcoming voting process for the election of the BJP National President. The meeting was organized as part of the ongoing organizational elections being conducted across the country under the banner of “Sangathan Parv”.
Jammu and Kashmir BJP President and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), Sat Sharma CA, along with BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, attended and addressed the meeting. The session was coordinated by BJP Vice-President Rakesh Mahajan.
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| | BADC Demands National Law University in Poonch | | |
Jammu, January 17 (Scoop News)-Amid the ongoing controversy over the location of the proposed National Law University (NLU) in J & K, the Jammu and Kashmir Border Area Development Conference (JK_BADC) has demanded that the university be established in Poonch, stating that border districts must be given priority in higher education.
Dr. Shazad Ahmed Malik, Chairman JK_BADC and former Vice Chancellor said that the decision to set up a National Law University in Jammu and Kashmir is a welcome step. However, he said that locating the university in a border district like Poonch would ensure fair and balanced development.
He stated that Poonch has remained backward for many years due... |
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| | JK LG, CM, Dy CM, Ministers greet people on Shab-i-Miraj | | |
Jammu, January 16 (Scoop News)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and other Ministerds extended his greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Shab-i-Miraj.
In a message, the Lieutenant Governor has said: “On the auspicious occasion of Shab-i-Miraj, I convey my greetings and best wishes to all. May this pious occasion guide us on the path of harmony and kindness. I pray for good health, happiness and prosperity for all.”
CM Omar Abdullah extends greetings on Shab Meraj-un-Nabi (SAW)
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today conveyed his warm greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir on the auspicious occasion of Shab-e-Meraj-un-Nabi ... |
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| | Satish Sharma lays foundation stone for ₹98.60 Lakh beautification project | | 
Jammu, January 16 (Scoop News)- Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Information Technology, Youth Services & Sports, and Transport, Satish Sharma, today laid foundation stone for the Beautification and Infrastructure Development Project at Border Area Samwan, Thanger–Kachrial panchayat in Chhamb Constituency.
The project, being implemented by the Tourism Department, at an estimated cost of ₹98.60 lakh, aims to transform the border area into a well-developed public and recreational space while improving the civic amenities for local residents and visitors.
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| | Stop green Khair trees felling in village Chilka, Tehsil Dinga Amb, District Kathua - ICELA. | | |
Jammu, January 16 (Scoop News)-. Indian Council for Enviro-Legal Action (ICELA) J&K chapter urged upon the UT govt. to stop green Khair (medicinal plant) felling in village Chilka, Dinga Amb district Kathua in a press conference held here today under the chairmanship of Ashok Sharma former legislator and convenor ICELA.
Mr Ashok Sharma said that there is a complete ban on green felling by the hon'ble Supreme Court. In a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) titled Ashok Sharma vs State of J&K and Ors, the High Court of J&K stopped felling of green Khair trees more than two and half decade back but in village Chilka, the indiscriminate felling of green trees of Khair which is a medicinal plan... |
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| | Ashok Koul calls for grassroots transformation through VB-GRAM G | | BJP holds workshops in Akhnoor and Kathua | |
Akhnoor/Kathua, January16 (Scoop News)-Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu & Kashmir, held workshops on Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) - VB-GRAM G in Akhnoor, Kathua, and several other districts, across Jammu & Kashmir, which were attended by senior BJP leaders, ground level party activists, and other prominent to spread the awareness on the Bill.
J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul today addressed a comprehensive workshop on VB-GRAM G (Viksit Bharat–Gram G) at Akhnoor District, emphasizing that the programme is a powerful medium to translate the vision of Viksit Bharat into reality at the grassroots level. The workshop was attended... |
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| | Congress Will Intensify MGNREGA Bachao & Hamara Haq Movements to Defend People’s Rights:Congress | | “Power Cuts and Unemployment Have Broken the Backbone of Common People”: Congress | |
Jammu, January 16 (Scoop News)- The Congress Party today held an extensive review meeting to evaluate the progress and impact of its ongoing mass contact programmes—MGNREGA Bachao Sangram and “Humari Riyasat, Hamara Haq” campaign—while also taking serious note of the growing public resentment over frequent power cuts and unresolved local issues. The meeting was chaired by Working President PCC Sh. Raman Bhalla, presided by former minister J&K and President DCC Jammu (Urban) Sh. Yogesh Sawhney, and joined by Ex-Ministers Sh. Mula Ram, G M Saroori, Gurbachan Kumari Rana, Th. Manmohan Singh, senior party functionaries, block presidents, and grassroots workers. The deliberations focused on st... |
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| | Exclusion of KP Women from Anganwadi Recruitment a Matter of Grave Concern: G.L. Raina | | |
Jammu, January 16 (Scoop News)-The exclusion of eligible and deserving candidates from the Displaced Kashmiri Pandit community from applying for posts of Anganwadi Workers (Sangini) and Helpers (Sahayika) has caused deep concern and distress. The issue has been strongly raised by Girdhari Lal Raina, former Member of the Legislative Council and spokesperson of BJP, Jammu & Kashmir–UT, in a communication addressed to the Union Minister for Women and Child Development, Smt. Annapurna Devi.
Drawing the attention of the Minister to the recruitment notifications recently issued by the concerned authorities in Jammu & Kashmir for engagement of Anganwadi Workers and Helpers across various dist... |
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| | DIPR holds Two-Day workshop on Holistic Wellness | | Renowned Dietitian Dr. Mitali Gupta trains participants regarding Science of Breath, Mind & Meditation | |
Jammu, January 15 (Scoop News)-: The Directorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR), organised a two-day workshop on Holistic Wellness: The Science of Breath, Mind & Meditation at the DIPR Auditorium .
The workshop was attended by Director Information, Nitish Rajora; Joint Director (Hqr), Dr. Zahoor Ahmad Raina; Joint Director, Jammu Division, Deepak Dubey; officers and other officials of DIPR and divisional office, Jammu.
The sessions were conducted by renowned Dietician, Yoga Teacher and Chakra Meditation Expert Dr. Mitali Gupta, who seamlessly blended scientific principles with ancient yogic wisdom, making the sessions practical, engaging and transformative through he... |
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