| Chief Secretary flags off 27th Annual Charri Yatra of Sukrala Mata | | 
Jammu, March 14 (Scoop News)-The 27th annual Charri Yatra of Sukrala Mata commenced on Saturday with great religious fervour after being flagged off by the Chief Secretary of Jammu and Kashmir, Atal Dulloo, from Mahant Shri Lucky Baba Ji (Vaishno Mata Mandir) at Bhagwati Nagar in Jammu.
The sacred procession began early in the morning in the presence of senior officials, religious leaders an ... | | Read More |
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| Woman-day Exhibition underway at Zone By The Park | |  Priya Sethi praises Modi Govt’s initiatives for women
Jammu, March 14 (Scoop News)- A vibrant two-day exhibition showcasing fashion, lifestyle and other unique products is currently underway at Zone by The Park on March 14 and 15, drawing a large number of visitors, entrepreneurs and shoppers from across the city.
The exhibition was inaugurated by Chief Guest, Priya Sethi, BJP J&K UT Vice President and former Minister and along with Kunwarani D ... | | Read More |
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| Dr. S. P. Varma appointed as UT Level Election Icon for Jammu & Kashmir | | |
Jammu, March 14 (Scoop News)- Dr. S. P. Varma, a noted peace activist, highly decorated volunteer and recipient of the Padma Shri, has been appointed as the UT Level Election Icon for Jammu & Kashmir, as communicated by the Nodal Officer (SVEEP) office of the Chief Electoral Officer. The appointment aims to strengthen voter awareness, outreach and engagement across the Union Territory under the directives of the Election Commission of India.
Dr. S P Varma, widely known for promoting peace, volunteerism, communal harmony and national integration, will support initiatives encouraging citiz... | | Read More |
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| 2 of family die, 2 injured in Bhaderwah road mishap | | DC visits GMC to ensure specialized medical care | | Bhaderwah, March 13 (Scoop News)- A husband and wife died and their two children were injured after the car they were travelling in met with a road accident near Basti Pul Nalthi on the Bhaderwah–Bani road, this morning.
Four members of the same family were travelling in the vehicle at the time of the mishap.
The deceased have been identified as Zulfiqar Ali (47) son of Abdul Latief, resident of Lawang Bani and his wife Rehana Begum (42). Their two sons, Kamran and Arish sustained injuries in the accident. The injured were immediately shifted to Sub-District Hospital Bhaderwah for tr... | | Read More |
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| CM Omar Carrying Forward Legacy of Tribal Empowerment with Renewed Push for Gujjar-Bakerwal Welfare: Rattan Lal | | | Jammu, March 13 (Scoop News)- The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Provincial President Jammu Rattan Lal Gupta reiterated Party’s firm commitment to the welfare, empowerment and overall development of the Gujjar and Bakerwal tribal communities, in line with the party’s long-standing vision of social justice and inclusive growth.
Addressing a workers’ meeting in Ward No 32 Gujjar Basti Om Nagar Jammu, Gupta said that the government led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah is actively steering tribal welfare programmes to ensure the all-round progress of these marginalized communities.
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| Ex-Central Paramilitary Force Welfare Association condemns attack on Dr. Farooq Abdullah | | |
Jammu, March 13 (Scoop News)- The Ex-Central Paramilitary Force Welfare Association, Jammu and Kashmir UT, has strongly condemned the recent attack on senior political leader Dr. Farooq Abdullah, terming the incident unfortunate and deeply concerning.
The Association expressed serious concern over the incident and stated that such acts of violence against public representatives are unacceptable in a democratic society.
In a press statement, the Association’s Chief Patron, Harinder Mahajan, along with all members of the organization, has strongly denounced the act and demanded strict a... | | Read More |
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| No back-log of contract payments at Treasuries: DGAT | | |
Jammu, March 13 (Scoop News)- Directorate of Accounts and Treasuries (DGAT) has completely negated the recent media reports regarding delay in contract payments, terming them false and inaccurate.
In a statement issued here, the DGAT puts on record that all liability on account of contract payment has been cleared and there is no back- log so far as contract payment at treasuries is concerned. “The fact is that the Department has released full funds under Capex”, the statement reads.
The DGAT has further requested the media organisations that in the interest of balanced and professi... | | Read More |
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| Platform Sharing Programme to strengthen Child Protection Mechanism held | | 
Rajouri, March 13 (Scoop News)- The National Development Foundation organized a Platform Sharing Programme to Strengthen the Child Protection Mechanism at Raj Guru Public School Kallar, Rajouri in collaboration with the District Administration Rajouri and in partnership with UNICEF. The programme aimed to raise awareness about child rights and child protection, highlighting the importance of st ... | | Read More |
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| BJP Condemns Attack on Dr Farooq Abdullah, Deputy CM, seeks probe | | |
Jammu, March 12 (Scoop News)-The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday strongly condemned the recent attack on Dr Farooq Abdullah, president of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference, and Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary, describing the incident as unfortunate and against democratic values.
The condemnation came during a meeting of BJP spokespersons held under the leadership of Chief J&K BJP Spokesperson Advocate Sunil Sethi, where the leaders discussed the incident and expressed serious concern over the attack on political leaders.
It was informed in the meeting that the... | | Read More |
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| BJP Panchayati Raj cell meeting held, focus on strengthening grassroots governance | | |
Jammu, March 12 (Scoop News)- Jammu & Kashmir BJP held a meeting of its Panchayati Raj Cell at the party headquarters in Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, to review the functioning of the cell and chalk out strategies to strengthen grassroots-level outreach.
J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul and All Cells Incharge Ved Sharma along with Panchayati Raj Cell Convenor Advocate Jitender Sharma, Co-Convenors Aman Sharma and Randhir Sharma, addressed the meeting, which was attended by the state executive members of Panchayati Raj Cell.
Addressing the meeting, Ashok Koul emphasized th... | | Read More |
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| NC Protests in Jammu over Attack on Farooq Abdullah | | |
Jammu, March 12 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) Jammu Province unit led by Provincial President Rattan Lal Gupta on Thursday staged a strong protest march in Jammu city condemning the assassination attempt on the NC President Dr. Farooq Abdullah.
The protest march led by Gupta, began from the party’s provincial headquarters, Sher-e-Kashmir Bhawan and passed through the busy markets of Raghunath Bazar and Residency Road before culminating at City Chowk, where party leaders and workers raised slogans demanding strict action against the assailant.
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| Congress delegation meets Dr Farooq Abdullah | | expresses solidarity, shares concern over the assisination bid, security lapses | |
Jammu, March 12 (Scoop News)-High level delegation of JKPCC headed by Working President Shri Raman Bhalla ,on the instructions of PCC President Shri Tariq Hameed Karra, today met the Former Chief Minister& National Conference President Dr Farooq Abdullah, at his residence at Bhathindi ,today & expressed solidarity with him and heaved a sigh of relief that he escaped unhurt in a serious assassination bid on his life last night.
The delegation comprised Former ministers Mula Ram & Yogesh Sawhney, Chief Spokesperson Ravinder Sharma, Former MLCs Ved Mahajan & Th Balbir Singh.
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| From Mountains to Monitors: Ramban Launches J&K’s First Virtual Labour Court | | |
Jammu, March 12 (Scoop News)-In a significant step towards modernization of the justice delivery system, the Court of the Assistant Labour Commissioner (ALC), Ramban has become the first court in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir to initiate virtual hearings of labour cases, enabling litigants and advocates to participate in proceedings through digital platforms.
The initiative marks a major stride towards accessible and technology-driven justice and has been widely appreciated by the people of Ramban district. Members of the legal fraternity and the common masses have congratulated... | | Read More |
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| BADC Condemns Assassination Attempt on Farooq Abdullah | | |
Jammu, March 12 (Scoop News)-Dr. Shazad Ahmed Malik, Chairman, Jammu & Kashmir Border Area Development Conference (JKBADC) & Former Vice Chancellor, has strongly condemned the dastardly assassination attempt on former Chief Minister and National Conference President, Dr. Farooq Abdullah, at a marriage function in Greater Kailash area of Jammu.
Expressing shock and outrage, BADC Chairman said, "This cowardly act against a leader of Dr. Farooq Abdullah's stature is an attack on the entire democratic fabric of our society and hose responsible must be brought to justice without delay".
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| Sikh Progressive Front Hails Vice-Chancellor’s Initiative to Celebrate Jammu’s Literary and Cultural Heritage | | |
Jammu, March 11 (Scoop News)-The Sikh Progressive Front has expressed deep appreciation for the initiative taken by the University of Jammu in organizing, for the first time, a significant literary and cultural programme titled “Jammuiyat: Sahitya–Sanskriti Samagam”, scheduled to be held from 13th to 14th March 2026 at the University campus.
In a statement issued here today by S Balvinder Singh President SPF along with S Surinder Singh Wazir Vice President, S Manjeet Singh Bali Secretary, S. Rajinder Singh Sudan joint Secretary, S Paramjit Singh, S Janak Singh the Front particularly lau... | | Read More |
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| Omar Abdullah’s Inclusive Governance Exposes BJP’s False Narrative: Rattan Lal | | |
Jammu, March 11 (Scoop News)-Senior leader of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference and Provincial President Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta, Yesterday evening interacting with senor party functionaries of District Udhampur Rural at Tikri said that the people-centric governance model of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has effectively exposed what he termed as the “bogus and politically motivated narrative” propagated by the Bharatiya Janata Party about Jammu and Kashmir.
Gupta said that the successive budgets presented by the Omar Abdullah-led government reflect a clear commitment towa... | | Read More |
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| Deputy Chief Minister acts tough against river bed mining violations | | Deactivates e- challan portals of five crusher units in Rajouri | | Rajouri, March 11 (Scoop News)-Acting tough against violations related to river bed mining, Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary today deactivated the e-challan portals of five stone crusher units at Chityari and adjoining areas of District Rajouri.
To assess the mining activities in the area, the Deputy Chief Minister conducted a surprise inspection of stone crusher units to ensure that the operations are being carried out in compliance with the prescribed rules and regulations.
He was accompanied by the Joint Director, Geology and Mining Department, Jammu along with other concerne... | | Read More |
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| Rana reviews Jal Shakti works; emphasises accountability, better monitoring, faster execution of projects | | |
Jammu, March 10 (Scoop News)- Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, on Tuesday chaired a comprehensive review meeting regarding functioning of the Jal Shakti Department.
He assessed the progress on various ongoing initiatives of the department, stressing the need for stronger monitoring, enhanced accountability and time-bound execution of developmental works.
The meeting was attended by Additional Chief Secretary, Jal Shakti, Shaleen Kabra, members of the J&K Water Resources Regulatory Authority (JKWRRA), Mission Director Jal Jeev... | | Read More |
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| DM bans transportation of Bovine animals from Jammu District | | |
Jammu, March 10 (Scoop News)- District Magistrate Jammu Rakesh Minhas, in exercise of the powers vested under Section 163 of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), has banned transportation of Bovine animals such as Cow, Buffalo, Oxen, Bulls, Calves etc from District Jammu to other Districts, except with written permission from District Magistrate or Additional District Magistrate Jammu under certain conditions imposed by this office from time to time.
The order shall come into force with immediate effect and shall remain in force for a period of two months from date of its issue or ... | | Read More |
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| High Court of Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh felicitates J&K Ranji Trophy team | | 
Jammu, March 10 (Scoop News)- The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh today felicitated the Jammu & Kashmir Ranji Trophy team for historic achievement of winning their maiden Ranji Trophy title in the 2025–26 season, marking a landmark moment in the sporting history of the Union Territory.
The felicitation ceremony was held in presence of Chief Justice Arun Palli along with Justice San ... | | Read More |
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| Omar-led Government Focuses on Reviving Neglected Areas of Jammu: NC's Rattan Lal | | |
Ramnagar, March 10 (Scoop News)- Rattan Lal Gupta, Provincial President of Jammu and Kashmir National Conference, emphasized the strong commitment of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah towards revitalizing the far-flung and neglected areas of Jammu. Addressing a workers' meeting in Ramnagar, chaired by KD Sharma, Gupta pointed out the systematic neglect of regions like Basant Garh and Ramnagar under successive BJP-PDP regimes, which failed to deliver on the most basic needs of the people.
He highlighted that the people of these areas have suffered for years due to the lack of attenti... | | Read More |
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| Youth 4 Panun Kashmir Calls JKCHR Statement at UNHRC a Fraudulent Travesty | | and Criminal Whitewash of the Kashmiri Hindu Genocide | |
Jammu, March 09 (Scoop News)-Youth 4 Panun Kashmir (Y4PK) has strongly condemned and outrightly rejected the written statement submitted by the Jammu and Kashmir Council for Human Rights (JKCHR) at the 61st Session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, calling it a fraudulent travesty of truth and a disgraceful attempt to whitewash the genocide and ethnic cleansing of Kashmiri Hindus from their homeland.
The statement presented by JKCHR attempts to portray the forced exodus of Kashmiri Hindus merely as a question of “reintegration” and “communal reconciliation,” while dismissing th... | | Read More |
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| J&K ACB traps and arrests HC of Police Post Talwara accepting bribe of ₹5000 | | |
Jammu, March 09 (Scoop News)-Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau, registered a case FIR No. 05/2026 U/S 07 of Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 against public servant namely Head Constable Parvaiz Ahmed Bhati S/O Late Mohd Din R/O Village Mandhar Tehsil Haveli District Poonch presently posted at Police Post Talwara, Reasi for demanding and accepting illegal gratification from the complainant.
The accused public servant demanded a bribe from the complainant for manipulating the course of the investigation by dropping certain sections of law in the case registered against him at PP ... | | Read More |
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| MLAs call on CM Omar Abdullah, raise constituency issues | | |
Jammu, March 09 (Scoop News)- Several Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) today called on Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and discussed issues concerning development works and public welfare in their respective constituencies.
MLA Samba Surjeet Singh Slathia, MLA Banihal Sajad Shaheen, MLA Ramban Arjun Singh Raju, MLA Bhaderwah Daleep Singh Parihar, MLA Gulabgarh Er Khursheed Ahmed, and MLA Anantnag West Abdul Majeed Bhat Laram met the Chief Minister and apprised him of various issues pertaining to their respective constituencies.
The Chief Minister gave a patient hearing to the l... | | Read More |
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