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| Lieutenant Governor Felicitates UPSC 2025 and JKAS 2024 Successful Candidates | | Calls upon them to Uphold Humility, Compassion and Integrity in Public Service | 
Srinagar, October 29 (Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today addressed a felicitation ceremony organised for the successful candidates of UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025 and Jammu and Kashmir Administrative Service (JKAS) Examination 2024. Congratulating the candidates on their remarkable achievement, the Lieutenant Governor also extended his best wishes to their parents, whose selfless efforts helped them realise their aspirations.
Addressing the young officers, the Lieutenant Governor said that while they had cleared one of the most competitive examinations in... |
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| | JK LG reviews preparations for observance of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas across Jammu Kashmir | | 
Srinagar, October 29 (Scoop News)- The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha, today chaired a high-level meeting to review preparations for the observance of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) across the Union Territory of Jammu Kashmir.
The annual event commemorates the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, celebrating his monumental contribution to the unification of India.
The meeting was attended by Chief Secretary, Shri Atal Dulloo; DGP Shri Nalin Prabhat; Additional Chief Secretary, Home Department, Shri Chandraker Bharti; Special DG Coordination PHQ, Shri S.J.M.... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor Felicitates Winners of “Pedal Through Paradise” | | Calls Youth the Greatest Strength of the Nation |  Srinagar, October 29 (Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today felicitated the winners of the “Pedal Through Paradise” cycling event and lauded the enthusiasm, determination and aspirations displayed by the participants.
Addressing the gathering, the Lieutenant Governor said that the event reflected the optimism, self-confidence and vibrant spirit of a new Jammu Kashmir, driven by the energy and talent of its youth.
The Lieutenant Governor commended the Jammu Kashmir Police for extending their role beyond security and law enforcement through meaningful community outre... |
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| | LG Felicitates SSF Personnel for Exemplary Security Management | | During Drug-Free Jammu Kashmir Campaign | 
Srinagar, October 28 (Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha, today felicitated senior officers and personnel of the Special Security Force (SSF) for their outstanding professionalism and dedication in ensuring the successful conduct of the 100-day “Drug-Free Jammu Kashmir Campaign.”
Addressing the gathering, the Lieutenant Governor commended the SSF for adding a remarkable chapter to the administrative and security history of the Union Territory through their courage, vigilance and exceptional competence. He said the SSF has emerged as a symbol of discipline, excellence, ... |
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| | Traffic restrictions on NH-44 for Secretariat Move | | No Up-Movement of Goods Carriers from Jakheni towards Srinagar on Oct 31, Nov 1 | 
Srinagar, October 28 (Scoop News)-In view of the Move of Offices and to facilitate the smooth and hassle-free movement of the convoy of Secretariat employees from Srinagar to Jammu, restrictions have been imposed on the movement of goods carriers on the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway (NH-44).
No movement of up HMVs/MMVs (goods carriers) from Jakheni, Udhampur towards Srinagar shall be allowed on October 31, 2026 (Saturday) and November 1, 2026 (Sunday).
Furthermore, no goods carriers (HMVs/MMVs) shall be allowed to proceed from Jakheni (Udhampur) towards Ramban, Banihal, Srinagar, et... |
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| | CM Omar Abdullah congratulates J&K Wushu, Taekwondo teams | | on winning National School Games trophies | 
Srinagar, October 28 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today congratulated the Jammu and Kashmir Wushu and Taekwondo teams for winning the Overall Team Trophy in both disciplines at the 70th National School Games hosted at the Government College of Physical Education, Ganderbal.
Jammu and Kashmir delivered an impressive performance, winning 22 medals across the two disciplines. In Taekwondo, held from October 22 to 26, the team secured 14 medals, including four gold, three silver and seven bronze. In Wushu, held from October 15 to 19, the team bagged eight medals, comprising one ... |
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| | Sakeena Itoo inaugurates newly constructed Administrative Block at Women’s College Srinagar | | 
Srinagar, October 28 (Scoop News)- Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health & Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo today inaugurated the newly constructed Administrative Block at Government Women’s College, M.A. Road here, marking a significant step towards strengthening the institutional infrastructure of the prestigious women’s educational institution.
Speaking on the occasion, the Minister underscored the importance of strengthening educational infrastructure alongside academic excellence, stating that a well-equipped institutional environment is essential for the effective delivery ... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor Lays Foundation Stone of Kashmir Chapter of Centre for Regional Studies | | Culture, Dialects and Emotional Intelligence of University of Jammu | 
Srinagar, October 28 (Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today laid the foundation stone of the Kashmir Chapter of the Centre for Regional Studies, Culture, Dialects and Emotional Intelligence of the University of Jammu.
Addressing the gathering, the Lieutenant Governor said that the Centre represents a unique and forward-looking confluence of regional studies, culture, dialects and emotional intelligence. Highlighting the rich civilisational heritage of Jammu Kashmir, the Lieutenant Governor said that the initiative would strengthen cultural, historical and human conn... |
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| | CM Omar Abdullah visits newly inducted Cabinet colleagues at Civil Secretariat | | Congratulates ministers, expresses confidence in their role in advancing J&K’s developmental agenda |  Srinagar, October 27 (Scoop News)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today visited the office chambers of newly inducted Cabinet colleagues at the Civil Secretariat here to congratulate them on assuming office and extend his best wishes for their tenure.
The Chief Minister personally visited the office chambers of all the newly inducted ministers and congratulated Ali Mohammad Sagar, Saifullah Mir, Shamim Firdous and Altaf Ahmed Wani, expressing confidence that they would discharge their responsibilities with dedication and contribute to effective governance and the overall development of Jammu... |
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| | Textiles Ministry releases ₹30.46 lakh for improved toolkits, upskilling of artisans | | 
Srinagar, October 27 (Scoop News)- In a major fillip to boost the artisans of Kashmir’s famed handicrafts sector, the Union Ministry of Textiles, has released an amount of ₹30.46 lakh under its premier National Handicrafts Development Programme (NHDP) for distribution of improved toolkits and skill upgradation in traditional crafts of hand-knotted Carpet, Sozni Embroidery, Papier Mache and Walnut Wood Carving.
The Directorate of Handicrafts and Handloom, Kashmir, shall be the Implementing Agency for the said interventions under NHDP.
In a press statement issued here today, a spokesma... |
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| | CS administers Integrity Pledge to Officers and Officials at Civil Secretariat | | 
Srinagar, October 27 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today administered the Integrity Pledge to Administrative Secretaries, officers and officials at the Civil Secretariat, marking the observance of Vigilance Awareness Week 2026, being observed from October 26 to November 1 under the theme 'Probity for Prosperity'.
On the occasion, the Chief Secretary led the officers and officials in reaffirming their commitment to uphold the highest standards of integrity, honesty, transparency and professional ethics in the discharge of their official duties.
The pledge underscored the n... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor Chairs Unified Headquarters (UHQ) Meeting | | 
Srinagar, October 27 (Scoop News)-: The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today chaired Unified Headquarters (UHQ) meeting at Lok Bhavan, Srinagar and reviewed the security scenario in the UT of Jammu Kashmir.
The meeting was attended by GOC-in-C, Northern Command Lt Gen Pratik Sharma; Chief Secretary Shri Atal Dulloo; DGP Shri Nalin Prabhat; GOC Chinar Corps Lt Gen Balbir Singh; GOC, White Knight Corps, Lt Gen Mohit Seth; Special DG Coordination PHQ Shri S.J.M. Gillani; Air Vice Marshal Anand Sondhi AOC, J&K and Ladakh; Additional Chief Secretary, Home Department J&K Shri Chandraker... |
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| | LG administered the oath of office and secrecy to the newly appointed council of ministers | | at a swearing-in ceremony held at Lok Bhavan | 
Srinagar, October 27 (Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha, administered the oath of office and secrecy to the newly inducted Ministers of the Jammu & Kashmir Council of Ministers at a swearing-in ceremony held at Lok Bhavan on Tuesday. The Chief Minister, Shri Omar Abdullah, was also present on the occasion.
The Lieutenant Governor administered the oath to MLAs Shri Ali Mohammad Sagar, Shri Altaf Ahmad Wani, Ms Shamim Firdous, and Shri Saifullah Mir as Ministers.
The ceremony was attended by Speaker, J&K Legislative Assembly Shri Abdul Rahim Rather, JKNC President,... |
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| | Panun Kashmir seeks PM’s intervention to protect Shankaracharya Parvat | | Raises Cultural Genocide Concerns, Demands Probe into Reported Waqf Board Funding for Dargah | 
Jammu, October 27 (Scoop News)-Panun Kashmir has sought the personal intervention of the Prime Minister of India to protect the historical and religious character of Shankaracharya Parvat in Srinagar, expressing serious concern over reports that the Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board may have sanctioned funds for the construction of a dargah on or in the vicinity of the ancient sacred hill.
The organisation has raised concerns over what it describes as a threat to the region’s ancient Hindu sacred heritage at Gopadri and has called for an inquiry into the reported funding.
In a memorand... |
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