Monday, February 2, 2026
 
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JK LG lauds NCC's contribution in nurturing youth, promoting self-less service
Lieutenant Governor asked the NCC cadets to focus on self-development
Jammu, February 02 (Scoop News) “The true meaning of a developed society and a developed nation, extends far beyond infrastructure, modern technology, or economic progress alone. A developed society and nation also signifies a place where people possess strong character, where social values stand firm, and where the social fabric remains bound together in unity,” the Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha said on Monday. He said that the nation's true identity emerges from the thinking, conduct, and mutual trust of its citizens and it is the youth who create this wealth of thought and c...

Collective responsibility of House to ensure productive outcomes: Speaker A.R Rather
Jammu, February 02 (Scoop News)-Speaker Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather today remarked that it is collective responsibility of the House to ensure productive outcomes during the session. The Speaker said that people expect solutions to their problems and reminded members that significant public resources are invested in conducting legislative sessions, and it is the collective responsibility of the House to ensure productive outcomes. Earlier, welcoming the members of the House, Speaker said that this institution represents the hopes, expectations and aspirations of the peo...

Budget-2026:Speaker, House pays tributes to former Legislators
Jammu, February 02 (Scoop News)-The Legislative Assembly of Jammu and Kashmir, which convened today for Budget Session, paid glowing tributes to former MLA Ghulam Mohammad Khan and former MLC Khawaja Ghulam Mohammad Lone, who passed away since the last session. During the Obituary references, the Speaker led the House in paying respects to the departed leaders, highlighting their contributions and dedicated efforts towards the upliftment of general public. The Speaker and house members also observed a two-minute silence in memory of the former lawmakers, acknowledging their service an...

JK Budget session of 2026:LG Manoj Sinha addresses the Legislative Assembly
He outlining the government’s vision, priorities, and policy direction
Jammu, February 02 (Scoop News)- The Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha addresses the Legislative Assembly of Jammu & Kashmir on February 2, 2026, outlining the government’s vision, priorities, and policy direction. The Lieutenant Governor highlighted governance reforms, development initiatives, and efforts aimed at strengthening public welfare, infrastructure, and inclusive growth across the Union Territory, as members of the Assembly listen attentively during the inaugural address. The discussion on the Motion of Thanks to the LG’s Address will take place on February 3, 4, and 5. It will...

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha hails the Budget 2026-27
Budget 2026-27 charts path to $5 trillion economy milestone within few years: LG Sinha
Jammu, February 01 (Scoop News)-Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today hailed the Budget 2026-27 as pragmatic which he said will prioritize economic acceleration, create future-ready infrastructure, sustain growth momentum, chart path to $5 trillion economy milestone within few years and comprehensive fiscal strategy will balance growth ambition with social welfare. Expressing gratitude to the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Hon’ble Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman on development of ecologically sustainable mountain trails in J&K UT, the Lieutenant Gover...

Govt. committed to strengthen sports ecosystem across J&K: Satish Sharma
Inaugurates Open Chess tournament at Jammu
Jammu, February 01 (Scoop News)-Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Youth Services & Sports, Information Technology, Transport, ARI & Trainings, Satish Sharma inaugurated the Open Chess Tournament at Trikuta Nagar here today. Speaking on the occasion, the Minister lauded the organisers for promoting chess, a sport that sharpens intellect, discipline, and strategic thinking among youth. He said that chess not only nurtures mental agility but also instils patience, focus, and problem-solving abilities, which are essential life skills. Satish Sharma reiterated the Gove...

From Orchard to Opportunity: The Quiet Revolution in Apple Farming under HADP
Jammu, January 31 (Scoop News)-Horticulture is not merely an agricultural activity in J&K it is the backbone of the rural economy here. Among its many produce, apple occupies a central place, supporting lakhs of farming families and anchoring allied livelihoods across the length and breadth of thevalley and some districts of Jammu region. Yet, despite producing apples renowned for their quality, the economic structure surrounding the crop remained constrained for decades. Traditionally, the apple economy of Jammu & Kashmir operated within a narrow and unforgiving window. Harvest season...

Public trust in Government hospitals depends on conduct, compassion of doctors, paramedical staff: Sakeena Itoo
Jammu, January 31 (Scoop News)-Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today conducted surprise inspection of Government Medical College (GMC) Jammu and took detailed appraisal of healthcare delivery and patient-centric services at the facility. During the visit, the Health Minister undertook an extensive review of various healthcare facilities within the institution, including emergency wards, inpatient wards, diagnostic units and other critical departments. She assessed the availability of essential medicines, medical equipment, cleanliness...

Chief Justice inaugurates orientation programme on “ICT, e-Courts”
“AI and its impact on Judiciary”
Jammu, January 31 (Scoop News)-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 Jammu & Kashmir Judicial Academy today organised a one day orientation programme on “ICT and e-Courts Induction Programme” for the newly recruited Civil Judges (ECT-17-2025)” and “Artificial Intelligence and its Impact on Judiciary” at J&K Judicial Academy, Janipur, Jammu. The programme was inaugurated by the Chief Justice, who in his...

Lieutenant Governor pays tributes to Mahatma Gandhi on his Punyatithi
also pays homage and remembers sacrifice and dedication of all great men and women on Martyrs’ Day
Jammu, January 30 (Scoop News)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today paid tributes to the Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi on his Punyatithi. “I believe that Bapu is a living guide for today’s world. His philosophy of non-violence, truth, and self-reliance proves as essential today as during India's independence struggle, providing timeless wisdom for navigating contemporary crises and bridging divides that threaten global society's collective future,” the Lieutenant Governor said. He was speaking at the solemn event organised by the Gandhi Global Family, J&K. The Lieutenant G...

Speaker JKLA chairs All Party, Business Advisory Committee meeting at Jammu
Jammu, January 30 (Scoop News)-Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather chaired a joint meeting of the Business Advisory Committee (BAC) and all-party representatives today at Assembly Secretariat Jammu. The meeting focused on finalizing the agenda, ensuring coordination, and preparing for the upcoming Budget Session, which is scheduled to commence on February 2, 2026. The committee included key members from various political parties, such as Ali Mohammad Sagar, Mubarik Gul, Mohammad Yousuf Tarigami, Surjit Singh Slathia, Gulam Ahmad Mir, Mir Mohammad Fayaz and...

Atal Dulloo attends high level Cancer consultation in New Delhi
J&K to Launch Comprehensive Cancer Control Strategy with NITI Aayog and ICMR
Srinagar, January 30 (Scoop News)- A high level consultation on cancer burden, research and care in Jammu and Kashmir was convened at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, bringing together senior officers from NITI Aayog, Department of Health Research (DHR), Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Government of Jammu and Kashmir and the leading clinicians, researchers and public health experts from premier national institutions. The meeting was attended by Member (Health) NITI Aayog, Dr. V K Paul, Chief Secretary J&K, Atal Dulloo, Secretary DHR & Director General ICMR Dr. Rajiv Behl and Sec...

JK CM concludes pre-budget consultations with public representatives of 8 Jammu districts
People’s welfare at the core of pre-budget consultations: CM
Jammu, January 30 (Scoop News)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today concluded the pre-budget consultation process with public representatives from eight districts of the Jammu division, reiterating the government’s commitment to inclusive and participatory approach in budget formulation aimed at the overall development of Jammu and Kashmir. Thanking all the Members of the Legislative Assembly for their valuable inputs and feedback regarding developmental works in their respective constituencies, the Chief Minister said that these consultations were not a mere formality but an essential ...

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