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| Chief Secretary calls for GIS-based, data-driven road safety interventions | | |
Jammu, January 22 (Scoop News)- Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today while assessing the implementation of road safety measures as recommended by the Supreme Court underscored the need for extensive use of GIS-based data to identify vulnerable and accident-prone road stretches across districts.
He emphasized that such data-driven identification would enable focused technological and physical interventions to significantly reduce road accidents in the UT.
The meeting was attended by Administrative Secretaries of concerned departments, senior officers of the Traffic Police, and Heads of Departments, while Deputy Commissioners participated through video conferencing from their respective... |
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| | CM Omar Abdullah continues pre-budget consultations with departments | | |
Jammu, January 22 (Scoop News)- On the third straight day today, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired series of pre-budget consultation meetings of Jal Shakti, Agriculture, Rural Development, Forest, Food & Civil Supplies, Youth Services and Sports, other key sectors to finalise the priorities and developmental plans in view of the forthcoming Budget Session of J&K Legislative Assembly.
Deputy CM, Surinder Kumar Choudhary; Ministers Javid Ahmad Rana, Javid Ahmad Dar and Satish Sharma; Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo; ACS Jal Shakti, Shaleen Kabra; ACS to Chief Minister, Dheeraj Gupta; ACS Agriculture, Shailendra Kumar; Administrative Secretaries of other concerned departments, senior off... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor expresses grief over loss of precious lives of soldiers in Doda accident | | |
Jammu, January 22 (Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha, has expressed shock and grief over the loss of lives of 10 of our brave Indian Army soldiers in an unfortunate road accident in Doda when the vehicle skidded off the road and fell into a deep gorge. He has conveyed his condolences and sympathies to the kin of gallant soldiers who have died in the accident and the injured. The Lieutenant Governor has spoken to Senior Officials and asked them to ensure best possible treatment to the injured and all assistance to the kin of the victims.
The text of the Lieutenant Governor's condolence message is as follows:-
"Deeply saddened at the loss of lives of 10 of our b... |
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| | Lok Bhavan J&K celebrates Statehood Day of Tripura, Manipur and Meghalaya | | 
Jammu, January 21 (Scoop News)- Jammu Kashmir Lok Bhavan today celebrated the Statehood Day of Tripura, Manipur and Meghalaya, at Jammu.
The cultural evening, celebrating the spirit of 'Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat', brought together students, security personnel, and the people of Tripura, Meghalaya and Manipur living in the UT of Jammu & Kashmir.
In his address, the Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha extended his heartiest greetings to be the people of Tripura, Meghalaya and Manipur on the occasion.
He paid tribute to the iconic personalities of the three states and recalled ... |
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| | CM Omar Abdullah chairs pre-budget consultation meetings with key departments | | 
Jammu, January 21 (KIP)- For the second consecutive day, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today held pre-budget consultations with several key departments to assess priorities, sectoral needs and development imperatives for the upcoming Budget Session of the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly, scheduled to begin on February 2.
The Chief Minister, who also holds the portfolio of Finance Minister, chaired extensive deliberations with the departments of Social Welfare, Health & Medical Education, School Education, Higher Education, Public Works (Roads & Buildings), Mining, Industries & Comm... |
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| | J&K BJP leaders felicitate Nitin Nabin on his election as BJP National President | | 
New Delhi, January 21 (Scoop News)-Jammu & Kashmir BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma CA, along with senior party leaders from the Union Territory, felicitated Nitin Nabin on his election as the National President of the Bharatiya Janata Party.
J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, Leader of Opposition in J&K Assembly Sunil Sharma, MP Jugal Kishore Sharma, former Dy CM Dr. Nirmal Singh, General Secretary Gopal Mahajan, MLAs Dr. Devinder Kumar Manyal, Shakti Raj Parihar, Yudhvir Sethi, Balwant Singh Mankotia, Mohan Lal Bhagat, Vice-Presidents Priya Sethi, and Rakes... |
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| | Vohra, Journalist, Information Veterans Pay tributes to Thakur Singh | | |
Jammu,January 20 (Scoop News)- Former Governor, J&K and Chairman of Tribune Trust N. N. Vohra was among a large number of noted media persons who paid tributes to Thakur Singh, former senior officer of Information Deptt and Head of Public Relations wing of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board at a shradhanjali samaroh, organised by the Jammu Information Veterans (Association of Retired Information Officers, Jammu) at Jammu Press Club today. Thakur Singh passed away on 16th January due to head injury at GMC, Jammu.
In a message, the former Governor, J&K, N N Vohra conveyed his condolences and said, “I am very sad to know about the untimely passing away of Thakur Singh with whom I had a ... |
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| | J&K Bank Net Profit jumps over 10% YoY for Q3 | | Characterized by robust top-line growth and better asset quality, our performance underscores our strong fundamentals: MD & CEO | |
Srinagar, January 20 (Scoop News)-J&K Bank today announced healthy financial results for the October-December quarter (Q3 FY 25-26), with net profit rising by 18.7% Quarter-on-Quarter and 10.4% year-on-year (YoY) to Rs 586.73 Cr when compared to Rs 531.51 Cr recorded during the same period last fiscal.
The Bank’s Board of Directors approved the numbers for the quarter and nine-months during a meeting held today at the Bank’s Divisional Office in Jammu.
Meanwhile, the Bank’s net profit for the first nine months of current financial year grew 4.5% YoY to Rs 1565.68 Cr as against Rs 1497.92 Cr recorded for the same period last year, reflecting its sustained growth trajectory.
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| | CM Omar Abdullah chairs pre-budget consultation meeting with key departments ahead of budget session | | |
Jammu, January 20 (Scoop News)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today began pre-budget consultation meetings by chairing detailed discussions with key departments ahead of the Budget Session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, scheduled to begin on February 2.
The Chief Minister reviewed departmental priorities, assessed public needs and stressed the importance of aligning proposals with the overall development goals of Jammu and Kashmir. He laid emphasis on people-centric initiatives, efficient service delivery and inclusive growth to ensure balanced development across all regions.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who also holds the portfolio of Finance Minister, held extensiv... |
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| | Secretary RDD reviews SASCI and SNA-SPARSH Implementation | | Calls for fast-tracking projects to maximise rural impact | |
Jammu, January 20 (Scoop News)-Secretary, Rural Development Department (RDD) and Panchayati Raj, Mohammad Aijaz Asad, today chaired a review meeting to assess the progress of projects funded under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) and implementation of SNA-SPARSH across Jammu and Kashmir.
The Secretary undertook a division-wise and project-wise review, appreciating the efforts of executing agencies while stressing strict adherence to timelines. He underscored that SASCI projects are critical investments aimed at strengthening rural infrastructure, local governance, and community welfare.
“Our priority is timely completion of these projects to unlock the... |
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| | CS assesses progress of ₹7,000 Cr NABARD funded RIDF works across departments | | |
Jammu, January 20 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a meeting of the High Powered Committee (HPC) of NABARD to review the progress and achievements under various tranches of the Rural Infrastructure Development Fund (RIDF) and to assess new projects proposed under RIDF XXXI (2025–26) across Jammu and Kashmir.
The meeting was attended by Additional Chief Secretary, Agriculture Production Department; Additional Chief Secretary, Public Works (R&B); Principal Secretary, Finance; Director General, Resources; Chief General Manager, NABARD; and senior officers from Health, Jal Shakti and other concerned departments.
During the meeting, the Chief Secretary undertook a... |
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| | LG inaugurates redeveloped Amira Kadal bridge in Srinagar | | |
Srinagar, January 20 (Scoop News)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Tuesday inaugurated the redeveloped Amira Kadal bridge in Srinagar.
The project, costing Rs 7.70 crore under Srinagar Smart City limited was launched in December 2023, ensuring due diligence in heritage conservation, structural safety and quality control.
Dedicating the pedestrian wooden bridge to the people of Srinagar, the Lieutenant Governor said the historically significant project will preserve legacy while improving urban mobility and quality of life.
“Our prime objective is to lift the quality of life to a new level with modern technology and inclusive design.
We have made it a mission to prot... |
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