| CM Omar Abdullah-led Government approves ₹15.22 crore augmentation of Kathua Grid Station | |  to strengthen power supply
Srinagar, July 24 (Scoop News)- The Government of Jammu & Kashmir has approved the augmentation of the Grid Station at Kathua by enhancing its capacity from 3×50 MVA to 4×50 MVA, along with the execution of allied infrastructure works, at an estimated cost of ₹15.22 crore.
The project is aimed at strengthening the power transmission network in the region to meet the growing electricity dem ... | | Read More |
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| CS reviews arrangements for 80th Independence Day celebrations | | 
Srinagar, July 24 (Scoop News)- Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a high-level meeting of senior officers of the Civil Administration and Police to review the preparations for the 80th Independence Day celebrations across the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
The meeting was attended by Administrative Secretaries, Divisional Commissioners, ADGPs, IGPs, Deputy Commissioners, SS ... | | Read More |
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| Lieutenant Governor Visits Family of Martyr Head Constable Ashiq Hussain Qureshi | | 
Srinagar, July 24 (Scoop News)- The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today visited Lalpora, Beerwah, Budgam to meet the family members of Martyr J&K Police's Head Constable Ashiq Hussain Qureshi, who laid down his life in the line of duty during a terror attack in Anantnag earlier this week.
The Lieutenant Governor paid heartfelt tributes to the brave policeman and conveyed his deepest ... | | Read More |
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| Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Interacts with Investors | |  Terms J&K a Land of Opportunities; Calls for strong support to home-grown start-ups
Srinagar, July 23 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah today interacted with Investors, Entrepreneurs and Venture Capitalists from across the country at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC), here, reiterating the Government’s commitment to fostering a vibrant innovation-driven ecosystem and positioning Jammu and Kashmir as one of the country’s most promising investme ... | | Read More |
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| CM Omar Abdullah says government will continue backing J&K startups | |  ready to invest in innovative ideas
Srinagar, July 23 (Scoop News)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today reaffirmed the Government’s unwavering commitment to strengthening Jammu and Kashmir’s startup ecosystem, assuring young entrepreneurs of sustained support to transform innovative ideas into successful enterprises.
Addressing the ASCEND 2026 Startup Summit at SKICC, organised by the Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Developm ... | | Read More |
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| CS directs departments to fast-track AI use cases to enhance public service | |  delivery across J&K
Srinagar, July 23 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a high-level review meeting to assess the progress made on the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in governance in Jammu and Kashmir and the establishment of the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY) Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Artificial Intelligence here
The meeting besides the concerned A ... | | Read More |
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| Deputy Chief Minister reviews flash flood restoration in Nowshera | |  Nowshera, July 23 (Scoop News)- Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary today chaired a comprehensive review meeting at Nowshera to assess the progress on restoration works and emergency response measures being undertaken in the aftermath of the recent flash floods. He reviewed the preparedness and response of all concerned departments and directed the officers to ensure speedy restoration of ... | | Read More |
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| Lieutenant Governor chairs high-level security review meeting with senior officials | | 
Srinagar, July 23 (Scoop News)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today chaired a high-level security review meeting with senior officials from the Army, J&K Police, Civil Administration, CAPFs, and key security agencies. He directed officials to remain highly vigilant, step-up intelligence-led anti-terror operations and proactively neutralize emerging security threats.
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| Sakeena Itoo conducts extensive tour of South Kashmir districts | |  reviews situation following incessant rainfall
Srinagar, July 22 (Scoop News)-On the directions of Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today visited various South Kashmir districts and took stock of the prevailing situation following incessant rainfall.
During her visit, the Minister chaired separate review meetings at the district headquarters with the resp ... | | Read More |
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| Chief Secy reviews implementation strategy for BHAVYA Scheme | | 
Srinagar, July 22 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a high-level meeting to review the implementation strategy for the Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana (BHAVYA), a flagship Government of India initiative aimed at developing next-generation Plug-and-Play Industrial Parks across the country and positioning Jammu & Kashmir as a preferred investment destination.
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| CM Omar Abdullah visits Beerwah to assess flood damages | |  assures relief to affected shopkeepersBeerwah, July 22 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today visited Beerwah in Budgam district to take stock of the damage caused by incessant rainfall and the overflowing of Nallah Sukhnag.
During the visit, the Chief Minister inspected the site at Beerwah Bus Stand where a shopping complex was washed away after the flood protection wall collapsed due to the flash floods. He interacted w ... | | Read More |
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| Amid incessant rains, CM Omar Abdullah continues high-level reviews to intensify relief | |  restoration efforts
Srinagar, July 22 (Scoop News)- Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah today chaired another review meeting at Civil Secretariat here to review the restoration works, relief measures and overall flood preparedness across Jammu & Kashmir that has arisen due to incessant rains and flash floods.
The meeting was attended by Minister for Health, Education and Social Welfare, Sakeena Itoo, Chief Secretar ... | | Read More |
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| Lieutenant Governor Visits Voluntary Medicare Society, Interacts with Para Athletes | | 
Srinagar, July 22 (Scoop News)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today visited the Voluntary Medicare Society (VMS) today, which has been tirelessly serving Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) across Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh for over five decades through healthcare, education, livelihood, and community inclusion. During his visit, the Lieutenant Governor held key discussions with officials of ... | | Read More |
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| CS reviews implementation of CAPF recommendations for upgrading SANJY facilities | | Directs timely execution of measures to enhance pilgrim safety, comfort and overall Yatra management | |
Srinagar, July 20 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a high-level review meeting to assess the implementation of the recommendations put forth by the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) for further improving and upgrading the facilities at the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra Base Camps and Transit Camps, stretching from Lakhanpur to the Holy Cave Shrine. The recommendations were based on extensive ground assessments carried out by the CAPF teams during the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026.
The meeting was attended by senior officers from the Civil Administration, Shri A... | | Read More |
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| LG Manoj Sinha reviewed the situation following heavy rains, flash floods | | |
Jammu, Srinagar, July 20 (Scoop News)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha reviewed the situation following heavy rains, flash floods, and landslides in several districts of the Union Territory.
The Lieutenant Governor spoke with the senior officials and directed for swift relief and infrastructure restoration in affected areas.
In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor has said:
"I spoke to Senior Officials today to assess the impact of heavy rains, flash floods, and landslides. I am deeply saddened by the loss of two lives in Doda, and my heart goes out to their families. Emergen... | | Read More |
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| CM Omar Abdullah announces ₹6 lakh ex gratia for kin of rain-related incident victims | | in Rajouri, Poonch | |
Jammu, July 20 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has announced an ex gratia relief of ₹6 lakh for the next of kin of each person who lost their life in the rain-related incidents in Rajouri and Poonch districts, as an immediate measure to support the bereaved families.
Expressing profound grief over the tragic loss of lives caused by the flash floods, landslides and other rain-related incidents, the Chief Minister said that while no amount of financial assistance can compensate for the irreparable loss suffered by the affected families, the Government stands firmly with them duri... | | Read More |
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| J&K Accredited Journalists Association urges CM to Introduce Social Security measures for Journalists | | reconstitution of accredition committee | |
Jammu, July 20 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir Accredited Journalists Association (JKAJA) has urged Omar Abdullah, Chief Minister, Jammu and Kashmir to take immediate steps to establish a comprehensive social security framework for working and retired journalists by implementing a Journalists Welfare Fund Scheme, introducing a monthly pension scheme, and constituting a Jammu and Kashmir Media Commission and also constitute fresh Accreditation committee .
In a statement issued here today, Ashwani Kumar, President of the Jammu and Kashmir Accredited Journalists Association(Affiliated... | | Read More |
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| Lieutenant Governor Joins Mahayajna Dharma Sammelan in Baramulla | | 
Srinagar, July 19 (Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today attended the Mahayajna Dharma Sammelan in Baramulla. On the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor said in the Sanatan tradition, a yajna represents selfless sacrifice and shared responsibility aimed at fostering global peace.
“This Sammelan marks a spiritual rebirth for the region. It sends a powerful message of harmo ... | | Read More |
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