| Congress to intensify statehood struggle, fight for strengthening democracy ,accountability | | Flood affected people not provided relief, rehabilitation by the centre | |
Jammu/Srinagar, December 31 (Scoop News)- Congress has termed the year 2025,as another year of betrayal and non fulfilment of the commitment of restoration of statehood by the centre and pledged to intensify the struggle to achieve full statehood in the coming year.
Terming the year 2025 ,as another year of betrayal by the centre which failed to restore the statehood, as promised time and again , over six years, especially at the time of Assembly elections but even after one and half year of the taking over by an elected government, even the business rules have not been approved, m... | | Read More |
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| BJP pays tributes to former MLA Ram Nath on his death anniversary | | recall his contribution to society and party | |
Chhamb (Jammu), December 31 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP President and MP (Rajya Sabha), Sat Sharma, accompanied by Lok Sabha MP Jugal Kishore Sharma and MLA Mohan Lal Bhagat, paid heartfelt floral tributes to former MLA Late Shri Ram Nath Manhas ji on his death anniversary, at Chamb, remembering his immense contribution to society, democracy, and the Bharatiya Janata Party.
The tribute programme witnessed the presence of District Prabhari Vinay Mahajan, District President Kuldeep Sharma, District Seh-Prabhari Vaishno Devi, former MLA Dr. Krishan Lal, Daljit Chib, Jugal Dogra, Jagdish Bhagat, ... | | Read More |
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| J&K’s transformation visible on ground in 2025: Balbir | | |
Jammu, December 31 (Scoop News)-The year 2025 marked a decisive shift in Jammu & Kashmir’s journey towards stability, development, and national integration, said BJP Spokesperson and former Vice Chairman Balbir Ram Rattan, asserting that the changes were visible on the ground and felt by the people.
He said that record-breaking infrastructure projects reflected the Centre’s firm commitment to J&K’s progress. The inauguration of the Chenab Rail Bridge, the world’s highest railway bridge, became a global symbol of India’s engineering strength and unbreakable resolve to connect Jammu & Ka... | | Read More |
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| Chief Secy reviews prospects for eco-tourism promotion and MAP cultivation in J&K | | |
Jammu, December 30 (Scoop News)- Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired two separate high-level meetings to review the initiatives undertaken for promotion of eco-tourism by the Forest Department and the commercial cultivation of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (MAP) across J&K.
The meeting on eco-tourism was attended by the Commissioner Secretary, Forests; Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF); Chief Wildlife Warden; Managing Director, Forest Development Corporation; Director, Remote Sensing and other senior officers of the Forest Department.
During the deliberations, the ... | | Read More |
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| Crime Branch Jammu disposes off record number of case of FIRs67 New cases | | |
Jammu, December 30 (Scoop News)-The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Jammu of Crime Branch J&K has marked a landmark performance in 2025 by taking firm and decisive action against a wide range of economic offences across Jammu zone through meticulous investigations/enquiries, timely disposal of cases and proactive grievance redressal. The specialized wing dealt with complex frauds, cheating, forgery, job scams and financial irregularities, emerging as a key pillar in safeguarding transparency and the rule of law in Jammu and Kashmir.
During the year, EOW Jammu successfully disposed of reco... | | Read More |
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| Gupta Calls for Operationalisation of Tehsil Bhomag to End Locals’ Long Travel Ordeal | | |
Jammu, December 30 (Scoop News)-The Provincial President Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir National Conference, Rattan Lal Gupta, today sought the immediate functioning of the Tehsil office Bhomag from Bhomag itself instead of operating from Reasi, stating that the move is essential to provide long-pending relief to the local population.
Addressing the issue, he said that the Tehsil Bhomag was sanctioned during the previous Omar Abdullah-led government with the clear objective of strengthening grassroots administration and easing public access to revenue and other essential services. However... | | Read More |
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| Atal Ji laid foundation of modern India through democratic governance: Ashok Koul | | |
Jammu, December 30 (Scoop News)- In celebration of Good Governance Day, commemorating the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee, a well-attended programme was organized at the Bharatiya Janata Party Office, Kachi Chhawni, in the East Assembly constituency.
The event was held to honour the legacy of Atal Ji and to reaffirm the party’s commitment to the principles of transparency, accountability, and people-centric administration.
Addressing party workers and local residents, BJP J&K UT General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul highlighted ... | | Read More |
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| JKPSC submitted its 66th Annual Report for the year 2024-25 to the Lieutenant Governor | | |
Jammu, December 29 (Scoop News)- Jammu & Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) today submitted its 66th Annual Report for the year 2024-25 to the Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha, at Lok Bhavan Jammu. The delegation of the Members of the Commission - Dr Rajiv Singh, Shri Tariq Ahmad Zargar, Shri Yashpal Kotwal and Shri Asaf Mehmood Sagar, was led by Chairman JKPSC, Shri Arun Kumar Choudhary.
The report was submitted in terms of Article 323(2) of the Constitution of India.
The report outlines a year of significant administrative reforms and presents a comprehensive review of t... | | Read More |
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| Issues of Kashmir Tourist Drivers to get swift resolution: Satish Sharma | | |
Jammu, December 29 (Scoop News)- Minister for FCS&CA, IT, Youth Services and Sports, Transport, Science and Technology, Satish Sharma, today assured that all genuine issues raised by the Kashmir Tourist Drivers Coordination Committee will be addressed within shortest possible time.
The assurance was given by the Minister during a detailed meeting held here today.
The meeting was attended by MLA M Y Tarigami and President CITU besides Secretary Transport, Avny Lavasa and senior officers of the Transport Department. Representatives of the Kashmir Tourist Drivers Coordination Committ... | | Read More |
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| Either the Homeland or the balance of Population in Kashmir:PK | | |
Jammu, December 29 (Scoop News)- In order to commemorate the "Shahiďi-Saptah" of Singh-Shishu, 34th Margdarshan-Day and the Martyrdom-Day of Pt. Premnath Bhat, a national webinar was organised by Panun Kashmir today. It was attended by the prominent activists of the displaced Hindu community of Kashmir living at various places in the country after their forced mass exodus from Kashmir.
Those who attended the webinar included among others Utpal Kaul, Virender Raina, Anupam Kaul, Upinder Saroop, Upinder Kaul, Kamal Bagati, Vijay Handoo, Rajinder Kaul, Pradeep Handoo & R.K.Dhar. K.K.Bujoo... | | Read More |
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| Bhalla urges action on public issues, vows Congress will stand with citizens | | Stresses accountability, development and timely fulfillment of govt promises | |
Jammu, December 29 (Scoop News)- Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) Working President Raman Bhalla has once again underscored the critical public issues confronting the citizens of the Union Territory. Speaking at corner meetings in various areas of RS Pura Jammu South constituency, Bhalla highlighted that while the region continues to face numerous socio-economic challenges, many promises made by successive governments—both Union and erstwhile State—remain unfulfilled. He stressed that Congress will continue to raise these concerns at every level, from legislative platf... | | Read More |
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| BJP reiterates commitment to welfare and dignity of ST communities in J&K | | BJP holds meet of ST Morcha at Jammu | |
Jammu,December 29 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP President and MP (Rajya Sabha) Sat Sharma, and General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, along with General Secretaries Sanjita Dogra, Baldev Singh Billawaria, and Gopal Mahajan, addressed an introductory meeting of the newly nominated team members of ST Morcha, J&K BJP, at the party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu.
ST Morcha President Choudhary Abdul Ghani alongside Morcha office bearers, executive members, and district presidents from across Jammu & Kashmir participated in the meeting.
The meeting aimed at formally introducing the new team, o... | | Read More |
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| GGF J&K Honoured by White Knight Corps for Relief Support during Op Sindoor & Op Rahat | | |
Nagrota, December 28 (Scoop News)- Gandhi Global Family (GGF), a United Nations DGC recognised peace NGO and its members were honoured by the White Knight Corps for their outstanding humanitarian contribution during Operation Sindoor and Operation Rahat. The felicitation ceremony was held at the Corps Headquarters Nagrota, Jammu.
Gandhi Global Family J&K, which worked in close coordination with the Jammu & Kashmir Ex-Services League (JKESL) during these critical operations, was recognised for its dedicated service. Lt Gen P.K. Mishra, UYSM, AVSM, YSM, SM, GOC White Knight Corps, perso... | | Read More |
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| Promotional cricket Tournament organised under ‘No to Drugs, Yes to Life’ campaign at Bhaderwah | | | Bhaderwah, December 28 (Scoop News)- A one-day cricket Tournament was today organised by the local administration here under the nationwide campaign “No to Drugs, Yes to Life”
The event was inaugurated by ADC, Sunil Kumar Bhutyal who used the moment to spread awareness about the ill effects of drug abuse and the importance of collective responsibility in safeguarding society, especially the youth.
Teams representing different government departments, including Revenue, Health, Rural Development Department (RDD), Roads & Buildings (R&B), Education, along with local teams, participated en... | | Read More |
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| Annual General Meeting of Home for “Aged & Infirm” held | | |
Jammu, December 28 (Scoop News)- The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Home for the Aged & Infirm was held today at its premises, Ambphalla, Jammu.
Chief Electoral Officer, Jammu & Kashmir, Sanjeev Verma, was the chief guest on the occasion.
All the members paid rich tributes to Late I D. Soni, President of the Home and to the departed inmates of the Home.
Dr. Dinesh Gupta acting Secretary apprised the meeting that, in the absence of the President and the Vice President, the meeting would be chaired by the senior most Member Prem Gupta, IGP (Retd.), former president and a Patr... | | Read More |
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| JKAACL holds classical, folk dance evening ‘Desh Ke Rang, Nritya Ke Sang’ | | 
Jammu, December 28 (Scoop News)- To celebrate India’s rich cultural heritage and the spirit of unity in diversity, the Department of Culture, through the J&K Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL), organized a colourful classical and folk dance rvening titled “Desh Ke Rang, Nritya Ke Sang” at Abhinav Theatre, Jammu.
Speaking on the occasion, Principal Secretary, Culture, B. M. Sharma ... | | Read More |
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| Satish Sharma holds public outreach programme in Chowki Choura | | 
Jammu, December 28 (Scoop News)- Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA), Information Technology, Transport, Youth Services & Sports, Science & Technology and ARI & Trainings, Satish Sharma, today conducted an extensive public outreach programme in Chowki Choura block.
The Minister was accompanied by the concerned sectoral officers of various departments.
The visit ... | | Read More |
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| Deputy CM inaugurates 45-Metre Steel Bridge at Sadda Nallah, Mangrote | |  Lays foundation stone for inspection Hut at KalakoteRajouri, December 28 (Scoop News)- Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today inaugurated a 45-metre span single-lane steel motorable bridge over Sadda Nallah at Mangrote, marking a significant milestone in strengthening the road connectivity in the region.
The event was attended by MLA Budhal, Javed Iqbal Choudhary, MLA Kalakote, Thakur Randhir Singh, DDC Member Budhal Old-A, Shazia Kou ... | | Read More |
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| 2 day orientation programme on POCSO Act concludes at Jammu | | |
Jammu, December 28 (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 2 day orientation programme on “Protection of Children from Sexual Offences” (POCSO) Act, 2012, with reference to SAMVAD’s Training Manual on “Essential Interventions and Skills for Working with Child Sexual Abuse – Introducing Mental Health and Legal Dimensions of Forensics” and the National Judicial Academy’s Training Module for Fast Tra... | | Read More |
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| AJKPWA Opposes 18% Passenger Fare Hike, Calls It Unjust and Anti-Poor | | |
Jammu, December 28 (Scoop News)-The All J&K Passengers’ Welfare Association (AJKPWA) has strongly opposed the recent 18 per cent hike in passenger fares, terming it unjustified, arbitrary and a direct assault on the already burdened common people of Jammu and Kashmir. The association has demanded that the government immediately roll back the steep hike, stating that it amounts to cruelty towards poor and middle-class passengers.
In a press statement issued here, AJKPWA President Pandit R.C. Sharma questioned the logic behind such a substantial increase in fares, especially when prices of... | | Read More |
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| Senior Citizens tune in to ‘Mann Ki Baat’: J. D. Singh hosts inspiring year-end interaction | | |
Jammu,December 28 (Scoop News)- A meaningful and inspiring gathering of senior citizens was held today at the residence of J. D. Singh, where participants came together to listen to the last episode of the year 2025 of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s popular radio programme “Mann Ki Baat.” The event reflected strong civic engagement and the enthusiasm of senior citizens to remain connected with national discourse and development narratives.
The programme was organised under the leadership of J. D. Singh, Convenor, and Dinesh Maini, Co-Convenor of BJP J&K UT Senior Citizens Cell. A large n... | | Read More |
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| Deputy CM Surinder Choudhary Holds Public Darbar at Sher-e-Kashmir Bhawan, Jammu | | |
Jammu, December 27 (Scoop News)- Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary today met scores of public representatives and individuals at the provincial headquarter at Sher-e-Kashmir Bhawan, Jammu, during a Public Darbar.
Several delegations raised issues related to civic amenities, development works, employment, and other public welfare matters.
The Deputy Chief Minister gave a patient hearing to the grievances and assured the delegations of prompt redressal, directing the concerned departments to take necessary action.
The Public Darbar was convened by Prov... | | Read More |
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| BJP inaugurates exhibition on the life and legacy of Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ji | | |
Jammu, December 27 (Scoop News)- An exhibition depicting the inspiring life journey, ideas, and contributions of former Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ji was inaugurated at the BJP Headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, under the nationwide “Atal Smriti Varsh” programmes being organized by the Bharatiya Janata Party.
J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament Sat Sharma, BJP J&K General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, and Lok Sabha MP Jugal Kishore Sharma inaugurated the Exhibition. Later, the senior leaders also paid floral tributes on the portrait ... | | Read More |
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| Monthly NCORD meeting convened to review measures against drug abuse in Ganderbal | | DC calls for stringent measures to break drug supply chain, book culprits, rehabilitate victims | | Ganderbal, December 27 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore today emphasized the need for a coordinated and proactive approach by all concerned departments to effectively curb drug abuse and narcotics peddling, and stringent enforcement to dismantle the drug supply chain, besides booking of offenders under relevant laws.
The DC was chairing the monthly meeting of the District-Level Narco Coordination (NCORD) Committee, during which a detailed review of action taken on decisions of the previous meeting was conducted.
DC sought comprehensive feedback on key ag... | | Read More |
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| Rathkhada Mela inaugurated at Shri Narsingh Dev Ji Temple- Ghagwal | | |
Samba,December 27 (Scoop News)- The age-old and spiritually significant Rathkhada Mela was inaugurated today at the revered Shri Narsingh Dev Ji Temple-Ghagwal, marking the commencement of the annual religious festivities with traditional fervour and devotion.
Deputy Commissioner, Ayushi Sudan inaugurated the Mela and also inspected the arrangements put in place for the devotees.
Later, the event witnessed the presence of MLA, Surjit Singh Salathia; MLA Vijaypur, Chander Parkash Ganga; MLA Hiranagar, Vijay Kumar Sharma and DDC, Suresh Kumar. The legislators paid obeisance at the templ... | | Read More |
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| 2 day orientation programme on POCSO Act begins at Jammu | | |
Jammu, December 27 (Scoop News)- Under the patronage of Chief Justice, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh (Patron-in-Chief, J&K Judicial Academy), Justice Arun Palli and guidance of Chairperson and members of the Governing Committee for J&K Judicial Academy, the Jammu & Kashmir Judicial Academy today began a 2 day orientation programme on Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012, with reference to SAMVAD’s Training Manual on “Essential Interventions and Skills for Working with Child Sexual Abuse – Introducing Mental Health and Legal Dimensions of Forensics” and t... | | Read More |
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| DC Samba reviews progress of Archives & Archaeology Projects and Youth Engagement Plan | |  Samba, December 27 (Scoop News)- District Development Commissioner, Samba, Ayushi Sudantoday chaired a meeting in her office chamber to review the progress of various projects under the Archives & Archaeology Department and the Youth Engagement & Empowerment Plan in District Samba.
During the meeting, the Chair expressed displeasure over the delay in the preparation of Detailed Project Repo ... | | Read More |
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| Himayat 2.0: Preparing J&K youth for jobs of tomorrow | | |
Jammu, December 26 (Scoop News)- Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Departments, Javid Ahmad Dar, today said that Himayat 2.0 aims to equip the youth of Jammu and Kashmir with market-relevant skills to enable gainful employment in high demand jobs.
He was speaking while distributing sanction orders among the Project Implementation Agencies (PIAs) at Panchayat Bhawan, Railway Road, Jammu.
The Minister said the revamped programme focuses on outcome-oriented skill development, aligning training with current and emerging... | | Read More |
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| Director Agriculture Jammu reviews expenditure status, progress under departmental schemes | | |
Jammu, December 26 (Scoop News)- A high-level review meeting to assess the status of expenditure against funds released in the current financial year was held today in the Conference Hall of Directorate of Agriculture Jammu. Director Agriculture Production and Farmers Welfare Jammu Anil Gupta chaired the meeting.
The meeting was attended by Joint Director (Extension) Sanjay Anand; Joint Director (SLUB/Farms) Aman Jyoti Sharma; Deputy Director Planning, Accounts Officer, all Sectoral Heads, all Chief Agriculture Officers of Jammu Division, Technical Officers, State Heads and representati... | | Read More |
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| Tejinder Pal urges cadre to take Omar Abdullah-led government’s good governance record to every household | | |
Jammu, December 26 (Scoop News)- Tejinder Pal Singh Aman, Provincial President of the Youth National Conference (YNC) Jammu, addressed a mega meeting of the party’s YNC office bearers, zonal presidents, and district heads at the party’s Provincial Headquarters, Sher-e-Kashmir Bhawan, Jammu.
Senior Youth leaders of Party functionaries addressed the meeting Nitish Gowsami, Vishal Parihar Vice Presidents YNC Jammu, Hameed Choudhary Central Zone President YNC, Waqor Lone Pir Panjal Zone President YNC, Sahil Kerni District President Jammu Urban YNC, Amit Kumar District President J... | | Read More |
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| ASSOCHAM J&K Delegation Meets Principal Secretary I&C; Submits Industry Representation | | |
Jammu, December 26 (Scoop News)-A delegation of the Associated Chambers of Commerce & Industry of India (ASSOCHAM), Jammu & Kashmir Council today met Mr. Vikramjit Singh, Principal Secretary, Industries & Commerce Department, Government of Jammu & Kashmir, and submitted a detailed industry representation highlighting key policy interventions required for strengthening the industrial and business ecosystem in the Union Territory.
The delegation was led by Mr. Manik Batra, Chairman, and Mr. Bhupesh Gupta, Co-Chairman, along with Mr. Amit Khajuria, Assistant Director, ASSOCHAM J&K.
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| BJP’s development vision drawing Kashmir’s prominent leaders: Sat Sharma | | |
Jammu,December 26 (Scoop News)-Senior political personalities and prominent social figures from Kashmir, earlier associated with various regional parties, today joined the BJP at the Party Headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, in a significant political development reflecting the growing public confidence in the Bharatiya Janata Party.
J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament Sat Sharma, accompanied by BJP J&K General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul welcomed the new entrants into the party fold. J&K BJP Office Secretary Tilak Raj Gupta, district Jammu South President Nare... | | Read More |
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