| National Sports Policy 2025 approved by the Union Cabinet is a welcome development: GL Raina | | |
Jammu,July 01 (Scoop News)-Union Cabinet in a meeting held under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi approved the National Sports Policy (NSP) 2025. The aim of the NSP 2025 is to reshape the country's sporting landscape and empower people with sports and supersedes the existing National Sports Policy of 2001. NSP2025 envisions a roadmap to establish India as a global sporting powerhouse and a strong contender for excellence at international sporting events, including the 2036 Olympic Games.
Girdhari Lal Raina, former MLC and spokesperson of the BJP JK-UT welcomed the a... | | Read More |
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| BJP protests against compulsory Urdu for Naib Tehsildar Posts | | terms it a continuation of Omar Abdullah’s biased legacy | |
Jammu, June 30 (Scoop News)-Senior leaders and party cadre of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu & Kashmir, held a strong protest demonstration at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Chowk (Panama Chowk), Jammu, expressing deep resentment over the recent decision to make Urdu language compulsory for the newly advertised Naib Tehsildar posts. The protest saw widespread participation from six organizational districts of BJP, namely Jammu, Jammu South, Jammu North, Jammu Border, Akhnoor, and Kashmir Displaced.
The BJP charged the government with regional and linguistic discrimination, warning that such... | | Read More |
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| NC exposes failure of LG Admin in utilisation of development funds: Rattan Lal | | |
Jammu, June 30 (Scoop News)- Advocate Rattan Lal Gupta, Provincial President of Jammu and Kashmir National Conference, has raised serious concern over the failure of the LG administration in utilising funds meant for the development as well as the construction of underground bunkers in border areas, as revealed through a recent RTI. He shocked over utilization of only 53% of the central funds allocated over the past five years have been spent under the LG led administration, which is a matter of serious concern considering the grave threat to civilians during frequent cross-border shellin... | | Read More |
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| Directorate of Economics & Statistics, Jammu celebrates 19th National Statistics Day | | |
Jammu, June 29 (Scoop News)-The Directorate of Economics & Statistics, Jammu, under the guidance of Director General Economics & Statistics, J&K, Satvir Kour Sudan commemorated the 19th National Statistics Day today, aligning with the nationwide observance dedicated to the birth anniversary of Professor Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis, the pioneer of modern statistics in India. The theme for 2025 is “Celebrating 75 Years of National Sample Survey” marking the significant contribution of the National Sample Survey in providing reliable and timely statistical data that supports evidence-based d... | | Read More |
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| Satish Sharma Visits base camp Bhagwati Nagar | | Calls for coordinated efforts for successful Yatra | | Jammu,June 29 (Scoop News)- Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA), Transport, Information Technology & Science and Technology and ARI & Trainings, Satish Sharma, today conducted a comprehensive visit to the Bhagwati Nagar Base Camp, Jammu, to oversee the arrangements for the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2025.
During his visit, the Minister conducted a thorough inspection of the entire base camp infrastructure and facilities, including electricity , water supply , accommodation and health care facilities for the pilgrims. He inspected the four accommodation halls, ensuring t... | | Read More |
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| Satish Sharma flags off “Run for Peace and Innovation” at University of Jammu | | |
Jammu, June 29 (Scoop News)-In a powerful demonstration of youth empowerment, innovation and communal harmony, the “Run for Peace and Innovation” was organised today at the University of Jammu by the Department of Tourism in collaboration with the Chamber of Commerce, India.
Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Transport, Youth Services and Sports, Satish Sharma, flagged off the run in presence of senior officials, academicians, entrepreneurs and hundreds of enthusiastic students.
The run brought together diverse participants from across the region including students,... | | Read More |
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| Mission YUVA: Live streaming of launch ceremony held across Kathua | | | Kathua, June 28 (Scoop News)-The launch of Mission YUVA, an ambitious self-employment and entrepreneurship initiative of the Jammu and Kashmir Government, was live-streamed today from SKICC Srinagar at the Conference Hall of DC Office Complex Kathua in the presence of senior district officers, stakeholders, and beneficiaries.
The live event was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner Kathua Surinder Mohan, Deputy Director Employment and Counselling Centre Harvinder Singh, Assistant Labour Commissioner Piyusha Khajuria, District Social Welfare Officer Varun Chaudhary, and ... | | Read More |
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| DHSJ reviews seasonal disease preparedness across Jammu Division | | |
Jammu, June 28 (Scoop News)- A video conference was held today by the Directorate of Health Services Jammu to assess the preparedness for water-borne diseases and snake bite management across Jammu Division.
The meeting was chaired by Director Health Services Jammu Dr. Abdul Hamid Zargar and attended by Chief Medical Officers and Medical Superintendents from across the division.
The meeting was initiated by State Surveillance Officer, IDSP Jammu Division, Dr. Harjeet Rai who stressed upon the timely reporting of cases on the IHIP IDSP portal, strengthening of surveillance activities ... | | Read More |
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| J&K Petroleum Dealers Association calls on Controller Legal Metrology J&K | | | Jammu, June 28 (Scoop News)-The members of the Jammu and Kashmir Petroleum Dealers Association called on the Controller Legal Metrology J&K, Rajinder Singh Tara.
The delegation led by President Rahul Gupta discussed challenges currently faced by Petroleum dealers across the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
The delegation emphasized the importance of the need for collaborative and proactive efforts to ensure smooth functioning and service delivery and handed over a gist of issues requiring deliberation of the Controller.
The Controller patiently listened to the members of the ass... | | Read More |
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| Poonch administration participates in UT Launch of Mission YUVA | | |
Poonch,June 28 (Scoop News)- A grand and inspiring launch event oN Mission YUVA was held today at the Conference Hall of the Deputy Commissioner Office Poonch. The program was a part of the Union Territory-wide formal inauguration of the Mission YUVA initiative, a flagship employment generation scheme of the Labour and Employment Department, Government of Jammu and Kashmir, aimed at nurturing entrepreneurship and self-employment opportunities for the youth.
The event in Poonch was virtually connected with the main UT-level function held at SKICC, Srinagar, where the Chief Minister of Jam... | | Read More |
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| DC Reasi highlights youth innovation as district participates in virtual launch of Mission YUVA | | | Reasi, June 28 (Scoop News)- The District Administration Reasi participated virtually in the formal launch of Mission YUVA, a pioneering youth-centric initiative aimed at empowering and engaging young entrepreneurs across Jammu and Kashmir.
The state-wide initiative was launched today by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah from the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC), Srinagar.
The virtual participation from Reasi took place at the Video Conference Hall, DC Office Reasi with esteemed gathering included District Development Council (DDC) Chairman Saraf Singh Nag, Member Legis... | | Read More |
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| Director Health Kashmir conducts detailed Inspection of health facilities enroute Holy Cave | | | Ganderbal,June 28 (Scoop News)- Director Health Services Kashmir (DHSK), Dr. Jehangir Bakshi today undertook a comprehensive tour along the Baltal Axis, inspecting health infrastructure in preparation for the upcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, scheduled from 3rd July to 9th August 2025.
The visit covered Base Hospital Baltal, and en‐route health centres at Railpathri, Bryarimarg, Kali Mata, Lower Holy Cave, Sangam Top, culminating at Base Hospital Holy Cave.
During the tour, Director held a detailed review of health facilities in terms of availability of staff, infrastructure, drugs, equi... | | Read More |
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| GL Raina questions silence of Mehbooba, Farooq & Omar Abdullah | | |
Jammu,June 28 (Scoop News)-Your silence is deafening and is a crime against humanity, Girdhari Lal Raina tells politicians, civil society members and social leaders of Kashmir. In a statement the Former MLC and spokesperson of BJP Jammu Kashmir Union territory lamented the studied silence of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and National Conference president Dr. Farooq Abdullah besides PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti over the rape of a seventy year old widow tourist from Maharashtra. You leave no chance to comment or react to issues unrelated to you or your work, Raina said.
You claim credit for t... | | Read More |
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| Div Com, IGP Jammu interact with Civil Society Jammu, seek cooperation for smooth Amarnath pilgrimage | | |
Jammu, June 27 (Scoop News)- Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar and Inspector General of Police, Bhim Sen Tuti, today held a meeting with prominent members of the civil society of Jammu to discuss the arrangements and seek their cooperation for smooth conduct of Shri Amarnathji Yatra (SANJY) 2025, starting on July 2, 2025 from Yatri Niwas Bhagwati Nagar, Jammu.
The meeting attended by senior officials from Civil and Police administration and representatives of religious organizations transporters, Taxi Union, Traders, Bazaar associations, hoteliers, Sabhas was briefed about the ... | | Read More |
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| RTI Activist Urges Visiting Panel to Amend Central Act, Introduce Time frame for Second Appeals | | Introduce Statutory Deadlines in RTI Act 2005 to Restore Public Trust, Says Singh | |
Jammu ,June 27 (Scoop News)- Noted RTI activist S. Balvinder Singh has formally appealed to the Hon’ble Anurag-led Parliamentary Panel, scheduled to visit the Union Territory from July 28, urging a critical review of the implementation of the Right to Information Act, 2005 in Jammu & Kashmir.
According to a recent media report, the Panel—among other engagements—is also expected to assess the functioning of the RTI framework during its visit. In this context, Mr. Singh has drawn attention to the stark contrast between the erstwhile J&K RTI Act, 2009 and the Central RTI Act, 2005, emphas... | | Read More |
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| Congress to intensify movement for statehood :Nasir | | Strengthen organisation, AICC General Secretary Nasir to party leaders | |
Srinagar, June 26 (Scoop News)- AICC General Secretary Incharge J&K & Ladakh affairs Dr Sayeed Naseer Hussain has said that the party shall intensify the struggle for restoration of statehood to J&K.
Addressing a press conference at PCC HQ Srinagar today, Dr Naseer lashed out at the BJP and Centre government for delay in granting statehood to J&K, after committing the same in Parliament and before the Supreme Court.
Flanked by JKPCC President Tariq Hameed Karra, AICC General Secretary & CLP Leader G A Mir, AICC Secretaries Manoj Yadav & Divya Maderna, Chief Spokesperson ... | | Read More |
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| Massive Infra Boost for J&K: BJP Credits PM | | Modi’s Vision for ₹10,637 Cr Sanctioned Projects | |
Jammu, June 26 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP spokespersons addressed a press conference today at the party headquarters, celebrating the Centre’s sanctioning of ₹10,637 crore worth of infrastructure projects, including two strategically significant tunnels—Pir Ki Gali Tunnel on Mughal Road and Sadhna Tunnel on the Kupwara Highway.
BJP Spokesperson Arun Gupta, addressing the media, said the sanctioning of such high-magnitude projects is the result of “intense and continuous efforts” by the J&K BJP unit in coordination with the Central leadership.
Gupta was accompanied by party spokespersons, ... | | Read More |
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| GCOE Jammu observes Int’l Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking 2025 | | |
Jammu, June 26 (Scoop News)-: Government College of Education Jammu today joined the global community in observing the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking with a powerful series of events aimed at raising awareness among students and staff about the dangers of Drug Abuse.
The College’s NCORD Committee coordinated the activities under the guidance of the College Principal Dr. Jyoti Parihar and convener Prof. Sunanda Rani along with the committee members.
The event began with the screening of documentary on “Operation Sanjivani” followed by Slogan writing comp... | | Read More |
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