J&K LG Inaugurates Joint Edition of Jammu Film Festival and The International Film Festival of Srinagar
11/21/2024 5:32:51 AM


Jammu, November20 (Scoop News)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today inaugurated the joint edition of Jammu Film Festival (JFF) and The International Film Festival of Srinagar (TIFFS), at Aquaplex Crown, Bagh-e-Bahu, Jammu.

In his address, the Lieutenant Governor extended his felicitations to the organizers and all the participants. He said the entries from more than 50 countries is a ...
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Omar Abdullah calls for focus on agriculture varsities to tackle climate change and boost J&K’s economy
11/21/2024 5:23:47 AM
Inaugurates National Agriculture Summit and Mela -2024 at SKUAST-Jammu
Jammu, November20 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today emphasized the critical role of agriculture in addressing climate change and improving the economy of Jammu and Kashmir. He was speaking at the inauguration of the four-day National Agriculture Summit & Farmers’ Fair-2024 at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST), Jammu.

Highlighting the ex ...
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CS pushes for making appointment of applicants under RAS scheme
11/20/2024 6:06:50 AM
Srinagar, November19 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today while chairing a meeting of the Administrative heads of all the Departments along with District Development Commissioners emphasised on disposing off all the applications received under Jammu & Kashmir Rehabilitation Assistance Scheme (RAS) notified here in 2022 to replace the erstwhile SRO-43 of 1994 in favour of deceased employees.

Dulloo while going through the current status of applications received under this scheme directed the respective Departments to carry out making appointments after framing merit lists as per...
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Omar Abdullah reviews functioning of Hospitality & Protocol Department
stresses on optimum utilization of assets and upkeep of facilities
11/20/2024 6:05:04 AM

Jammu, November19 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today called on Hospitality & Protocol Department to focus on the optimal utilization, upgradation, and renovation of departmental assets both inside and outside Jammu and Kashmir.

He stated this while chairing a review meeting of the Hospitality and Protocol (H&P) Department here at Civil Secretariat today.

The meeting was attended by Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, Additional Chief Secretary to Chief Minister Dheeraj Gupta, Commissioner Secretary H&P Rashmi Singh, Director H&P, ...
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CM Omar Abdullah chairs meeting to review functioning of Estates department
11/20/2024 6:00:29 AM

Jammu, November19 (Scoop News)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired review meeting of the Estates Department and asked the Department to make a comprehensive assessment of facilities required for the next 15 years, emphasizing the need to transition from a rental-based system to a sustainable infrastructure model.

Calling rentals “a constant drain,” he proposed shifting focus towards construction projects and suggested short-term hiring as an interim measure.

The Chief Minister highlighted inefficiencies in the current system and stressed the importance of addressing structur...
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JK Congress pays floral tributes to Smt.Indira Gandhi on her birth anniversary
11/19/2024 11:09:58 PM
Srinagar, November19 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) on Tuesday paid floral tributes to Former Prime Minister of India Late.Smt.Indira Gandhi on her 107 birth anniversary and recollected her great contributions to the inclusive development of India while hailing her selfless services to the Nation.

Congress Leaders and workers in a function held at Srina ...
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Mehbooba Mufti lauds efforts of recently elected MLAs
11/19/2024 11:05:42 PM
Emphasizes Grassroots Mobilization and Advocacy for J&K’s RightsSrinagar, November19 (Scoop News)- In a significant gathering at the party headquarters today, Ms. Mehbooba Mufti, President of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), convened a meeting to felicitate the recently elected MLAs, including Rafiq Naik (MLA Tral), Mir Mohammad Fayaz (MLA Kupwara), and Waheed ur Rehman Para (MLA Pulwama). The meeting celebrated their tireless efforts in securing victorie ...
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Chief Justice lays foundation stone for construction of mini-auditorium at J&K Judicial Academy
11/19/2024 3:55:30 AM

Jammu, November18 (Scoop News)-Chief Justice, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh (Patron-in-Chief, J&K Judicial Academy), Tashi Rabstan along with Justice Sindhu Sharma, Chairperson, Governing Committee for J&K Judicial Academy and members of Governing Committee for J&K Judicial Academy, today laid the foundation stone for construction of mini auditorium at J&K Judicial Academy, Janipur, ...
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The 10th Edition of Harmony India Awards Honors Cultural and Social Icons of J&K
11/18/2024 3:19:36 AM

Jammu, November17 (Scoop News)- The Harmony Cultural Foundation hosted the much-anticipated 10th edition of the Harmony India Awards, commemorating a decade of excellence in honoring cultural icons, young talents, and community leaders. Held over two days the event featured immersive performances, nostalgic tributes, and a workshop on traditional music, with the support of the Jammu & Kashmir A ...
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Farooq assures to installation statue of Pt Mangat Ram Sharma
11/18/2024 3:11:07 AM

Jammu, November17 (Scoop News)-- Former Chief Minister and National Conference president Dr. Farooq Abdullah on Sunday announced that a suitable place will be identified to install a statue of the veteran Congress leader Pandit Mangat Ram Sharma to honor his immense contribution to Jammu and Kashmir's politics.
While paying tributes to the great leader, the National Conference president said ...
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Tourism Directorate Jammu hosts enchanting devotional and cultural night at Jhiri Mela 2024
11/18/2024 3:07:31 AM

Jammu, November17 (Scoop News)-The Directorate of Tourism, Jammu, in collaboration with the District Administration Jammu on Sunday organized a spectacular Devotional and Cultural Night as part of the ongoing Jhiri Mela 2024.

The event featured mesmerizing performances by renowned artists Lakhwinder Wadali, Ravi Raghuvanshi and Sonali Dogra, besides artists from JKAACL, who captivated the a ...
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Lieutenant Governor Chairs DCs, SSPs Meeting on Security & Development Projects in Jammu Division
11/18/2024 3:03:42 AM

Jammu, November17 (Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha chaired a high-level meeting of senior civil, police officials and DCs, SSPs of Jammu Division to review the progress of development projects and security situation in the region.

The meeting was attended by Chief Secretary, Shri Atal Dulloo; DGP, Shri Nalin Prabhat; Principal Secretary, Home, Shri Chandraker Bharti; AD ...
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DIPR observes National Press Day; highlights significance of fourth pillar of democracy
11/16/2024 10:51:23 PM
Speakers emphasizes responsible role of media in accurate, objective information dissemination
Srinagar/Jammu, November16 (Scoop News)- Considering the crucial and multi-faceted role of media in impacting the society, the Directorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR) today exhorted upon the media fraternity to provide accurate, timely and relevant information to the audience while striving for factual accuracy and fairness in the reporting.

In two separate events organized ...
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Sakeena Masood visits Kulgam, reviews district’s development landscape
11/16/2024 10:20:11 PM
Kulgam, November16 (Scoop News)-Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Masood today chaired a meeting at Mini-Secretariat here to assess the progress on implementation of various welfare schemes and developmental projects across the district.

The meeting was attended by MLA Kulgam M.Y. Tarigami; MLA Devsar, Peerzada Feroze Ahmad; District Development C ...
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Lieutenant Governor pays obeisance to Baba Jitto, interacts with farmers
11/16/2024 10:16:10 PM
Panchayat and Urban Local Body elections to be held soon: LG Sinha
Jammu, November16 (Scoop News)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today visited the Jhiri Mela and paid obeisance to Baba Jitto at his Samadhi in Jhiri Village. He said, the sacrifice of Baba Jitto continues to inspire the society to work towards a stronger nation.

At Jhiri Mela ground, the Lt Governor addressed a large gathering of farmers and devotees. He announced that Panchayat and Ur ...
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J&K CM Omar Abdullah meets Finance Minister Sitharaman to conclude Delhi visit
11/16/2024 6:02:05 AM
Seeks support for additional central assistance and multi-lateral funding

New Delhi, November 15 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Omar Abdullah, today met Union Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi to discuss key financial matters concerning Jammu and Kashmir.

Taking to microblogging site X, Nirmala Sitharaman’s office shared: “Shri Omar Abdullah (@OmarAbdullah), Hon'ble Chief Minister of Jammu & Kashmir, ca ...
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Lieutenant Governor addresses ‘All India Vedic Conference-2024’ at Haridwar
11/16/2024 5:57:59 AM
Haridwar, November 15 (Scoop News)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today addressed the ‘All India Vedic Conference-2024’ at Haridwar, Uttarakhand. The event was also graced by Param Pujya Mahamandleshwar Acharya Shri Swami Vishveshvaranand Giri Ji Maharaj.

In his keynote address, the Lieutenant Governor highlighted the need to create fine balance between material advancement and developi ...
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Sakeena Masood Chairs high level meeting with Vice Chancellors of J&K Universities,
11/16/2024 5:54:30 AM
reviews performance, functioning
Srinagar, November 15 (Scoop News)-Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Masood today chaired a high level meeting at Civil Secretariat here in which she conducted comprehensive review of the performance and functioning of Universities in Jammu and Kashmir.

The meeting was attended by Commissioner Secretary, Higher Education, Dr. Rashmi Singh; Vice ...
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J&K celebrates Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas
11/16/2024 5:46:05 AM
Lieutenant Governor addresses UT-level function in Jammu

New Delhi/Jammu, November 15 (Scoop News)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today joined the Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas celebrations at Convention Centre Jammu.

Addressing the UT-level function through virtual mode, the Lieutenant Governor paid tributes to iconic freedom fighter Bhagwan Birsa Munda and recalled his contribution to the freedom movement and nation-building. He said the Janj ...
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