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| CM Omar Abdullah mourns death of Indian pilgrims in Saudi bus tragedy | | |
Jammu, November 17 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has expressed profound sorrow over the tragic accident involving a bus carrying Indian Umrah pilgrims in Medina, Saudi Arabia, early this morning.
He extended his heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved families and prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured in the mishap.
According to initial reports, the accident occurred when a bus carrying 46 pilgrims collided with a tanker while travelling from Mecca to Medina. The reports indicate that the collision resulted in the death of 45 Indian pilgrims.
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| | Audit Week 2025 commences at Office of Principal Accountant General | | |
Jammu, November 17 (Scoop News)-Deputy Accountant General, P. K Rathi today virtually inaugurated the Audit Week 2025 at Office of the Principal Accountant General, Jammu & Kashmir, Jammu in presence of Deputy Accountant General (Audit) Jammu & Kashmir Jagbir Singh.
In his inaugural address, Deputy Accountant General emphasized on the critical importance of audit as a pillar of democratic governance and financial integrity. He highlighted the increasing need for advanced audit methodologies, data-driven insights, and continuous capacity building to meet the evolving challenges of public financial management.
The program commenced with Yoga day and Blood Donation Camp by the staff wi... |
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| | Farmers’ interstate exposure visit to Palampur Agri University concludes successfully | | | Jammu, November 17 (Scoop News)-The Department of Animal Husbandry Jammu, under the leadership of Director, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, successfully concluded a four-day Inter-state farmers’ exposure visit to CSK HP Krishi Vishvavidyalaya, Palampur (Himachal Pradesh). The visit was organized by the Publicity Wing of the department under the centrally sponsored, ATMA (Agricultural Technology Management Agency) scheme to enhance the skills and knowledge of our farmers about modern dairy and poultry farming.
A group of 25 progressive farmers from different districts of Jammu division participated in the exposure tour during which they visited university’s advanced dairy units, integrated farming mode... |
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| | Commandant SDRF 2nd Battalion inaugurates one week Aapda Sakhi training course at CTI | | |
Jammu, November 17 (Scoop News)- A one-week Training Programme on “Capacity Building and Training of Women as Aapda Sakhi for Disaster Management” was inaugurated today by Commandant, SDRF 2nd Battalion Jammu Zahid Naseem Manhas here at the Central Training Institute (CTI) HG/CD Kot Bhalwal.
He was accompanied by Snober Jameel, Deputy Secretary to the Government, Department of DMRRR, J&K (Nodal Officer) & Principal CTI HG/CD Jammu, Dy.SP (Trainings), I/C Trainings, SDRF 2nd Bn Jammu.
In his inaugural address, the Commandant highlighted the aims and objectives of the Aapda Sakhi Programme, a specialised initiative of Government of India to train women volunteers as community first ... |
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| | Director Agriculture Jammu inaugurates 5-Day Internship Programme for School Students | | |
Jammu, November 17 (Scoop News)-Director Agriculture Jammu, Shri Anil Gupta, today inaugurated a five-day Internship Programme for the students of GBHSS RS Pura, GHSS Sai and GHSS Chakroi of RS Pura Zone in the presence of Joint Director Agriculture (Extension) Shri Sanjay Anand, Deputy Director (Trainings) Smt. Karuna Nidhi, Academic Mentor from Bharti Airtel Foundation, Ms. Arvi Khan, senior officers and staff of the Agriculture Department. A total of twenty four students, eight from each school, along with ten teachers, are participating in this academic initiative aimed at providing practical exposure to departmental functioning, technical laboratories and applied agricultural pract... |
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| | Sunil Sharma Visits Ujala Cygnus Hospital to Inquire About Well-Being of Injured in Nowgam Blast | | 
Jammu, November 17 (Scoop News)-Leader of Opposition, Sunil Sharma, today visited Ujala Cygnus Hospital, Srinagar, to personally inquire about the well-being of those injured in the accidental blast that occurred at the Nowgam Police Station. The incident left several individuals wounded, and the LoP’s visit aimed to reassure them of full support during this difficult time.
Upon reaching the hospital, Sharma met the injured persons, interacted with their attendants, and sought detailed briefings from the medical team regarding the nature of injuries and the ongoing treatment. He app... |
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| | Bhalla demands restoration of statehood, vows to intensify struggle | | Congress holds ‘Ghar Ghar Dastak, Har Ghar Dastak’ rally in Gadigarh | 
Jammu, November 17 (Scoop News)-As part of the Congress Party’s ongoing ‘Ghar Ghar Dastak, Har Ghar Dastak’ outreach programme, Working President of the Jammu & Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) and former minister Raman Bhalla on (day) addressed a large public rally at Ajeet Nagar, Gadigarh in the Jammu South–R.S. Pura constituency, mobilizing people in support of the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir.
The rally witnessed enthusiastic participation from local residents, party workers, youth groups and panchayat representatives, who gathered to express their growing ... |
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| | Striped Hyenas arriving in Jambu Zoo | | 
Jammu, November 17 (Scoop News)-The striped hyenas, three in number, will be the new addition in Jambu Zoo. These bone-crushing animals are being brought from Nahargarh Biological Park, Jaipur in exchange of two Himalayan Black Bears as per the Animal Collection Plan of the Jambu Zoo approved by the Central Zoo Authority.
The hyena will reach Jammu on November 18 and will be open for the public from November 20, 2025. The free ranging Striped Hyena is the only native hyena species in India, found in fragmented populations across dry and semi-arid regions, including states like Rajastha... |
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| | JMC Commissioner encourages active community participation under the Green Colony | | |
Jammu,November 16 (Scoop News)-In a significant step towards strengthening community-driven environmental management, Commissioner, Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC), Dr. Devansh Yadav, conducted a detailed inspection of Ward No. 50 today.
During the visit, he interacted with residents and held an awareness meeting with members of the Evergreen Park Association of Channi Himmat Sector 7, encouraging them to play an active role in the Green Colony Initiative.
Dr. Yadav informed the gathering that the Green Colony Initiative—a model programme introduced by JMC—was implemented for the first time in Sainik Colony, where citizens enthusiastically participated in adopting eco-friendly pr... |
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| | Sat Sharma, Ashok Koul address organizational meeting in Udhampur | | call for strengthening grassroots connect | |
Jammu, November 16 (Scoop News)-Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu and Kashmir, held an organizational meeting of District Udhampur led by its President Udhampur Arun Gupta
BJP J&K President & Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma (CA) and BJP J&K General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul chiefly addressed the meeting.
BJP J&K General Secretary Baldev Singh Billawaria, MLAs Pawan Gupta, Balwant Singh Mankotia, Ranbir Singh Pathania, Sunil Bhardwaj, senior leader Parmod Kapahi, along with senior party functionaries, were present on the occasion.
Addressing the gathering, Sat Sharma congratulated the party cadre for their unwavering dedication and said that the recent victories of the BJP i... |
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| | Sports Minister, Advisor to CM lead 3rd Jammu Midnight Marathon at M.A Stadium | | to boost Fitness Movement across J&K | |
Jammu, November 16 (Scoop News)- Minister for Youth Services & Sports, Satish Sharma and Advisor to Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani today lead the 3rd Jammu Midnight Marathon at M.A Stadium here to boost Fitness Movement across J&K.
The 3rd edition of Jammu Midnight Marathon, organised by J&K Sports Council in collaboration with Real Time Sports, was successfully held last night and early this morning at MA Stadium here.
Minister for Youth Services & Sports, Satish Sharma and Advisor to Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani were also present on the occasion.
In his address, Minister Satish Sharma said, “Our priority is to create an ecosystem where athletes have access to quality tr... |
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| | JKATA (Jammu) hails transfer of Agricultural Extension Assistants and JAEO | | | Jammu, November 15 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir Agriculture Technocrats Association (JKATA), Working Committee Jammu, convened a meeting today under the chairmanship of Shri Gurmeet Singh. The meeting witnessed the presence of core committee members, including President Vinod Sharma, along with senior office bearers of the Association who actively participated in the discussions.
The session was further honoured by the presence of JKEJAC(R) President Sh. Babu Hussain and Sr. Harmeet Singh, Senior Vice President JKEJAC(R), who joined as special guests. They shared valuable guidance aimed at strengthening the welfare, unity, and professional stature of Agriculture Technocrats across th... |
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| | JKATA (Jammu) hails transfer of Agricultural Extension Assistants and JAEO | | | Jammu, November 15 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir Agriculture Technocrats Association (JKATA), Working Committee Jammu, convened a meeting today under the chairmanship of Shri Gurmeet Singh. The meeting witnessed the presence of core committee members, including President Vinod Sharma, along with senior office bearers of the Association who actively participated in the discussions.
The session was further honoured by the presence of JKEJAC(R) President Sh. Babu Hussain and Sr. Harmeet Singh, Senior Vice President JKEJAC(R), who joined as special guests. They shared valuable guidance aimed at strengthening the welfare, unity, and professional stature of Agriculture Technocrats across th... |
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| | Sat Sharma, Sunil Sharma call for stronger public outreach by leaders and MLAs | | |
Reasi, November 15 (Scoop News)-Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Jammu & Kashmir conducted an organizational meeting of District Reasi, chaired by J&K BJP President & Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma (CA), Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma, and J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul.
J&K BJP General Secretary Gopal Mahajan, District Prabhari Narain Singh, District President Reasi Rohit Dubey, District Seh-Prabhari Puran Chand, MLAs Baldev Raj Sharma and Kuldeep Dubey, Vistarak Inderjeet Sharma, along with senior party leaders and workers, participated in the meeting.
Addressing the meeting, Sat Sharma emphasized the need for BJP leaders and elected representatives to intensify gra... |
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| | CS assesses plans &preparations for UT wide Youth Engagement & Empowerment Programme | | 
Jammu, November 15 (Scoop News)- Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo today chaired a high-level meeting to review departmental preparedness for the upcoming Youth Engagement & Empowerment Programme, a UT-wide initiative aimed at fostering meaningful participation of young people in cultural, educational, entrepreneurial, and community-oriented activities across all districts of Jammu & Kashmir.
The meeting was attended by several senior Administrative Heads, including the Additional Chief Secretary, Agriculture Production Department; Principal Secretary, Culture; Commissioner Secretaries of In... |
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| | DC Samba spearheads comprehensive development initiative at historic Purmandal Temple Shrine | | | Samba, November 14 (Scoop News)-In a significant administrative outreach, Deputy Commissioner Samba Ayushi Sudan conducted an intensive public engagement programme at the revered Shiv Mandir in Purmandal today, marking a decisive step toward addressing long-standing developmental challenges and preserving the region’s rich cultural heritage.
The programme witnessed overwhelming participation from local residents, community representatives and DDC Members who presented their concerns regarding basic amenities, infrastructure deficiencies and the urgent need for heritage conservation.
Demonstrating responsive governance, the Deputy Commissioner gave a patient hearing to all stakeholders... |
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| | BJP OBC Morcha announces new team of office bearers and executive members | | |
Jammu, November 14 (Scoop News)-The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Jammu & Kashmir OBC Morcha President Braham Jyot Satti, in consultation with BJP J&K President & MP (Rajya Sabha) Sat Sharma (CA), General Secretary (Organisation) Ashok Koul, and senior party leaders, today announced the new team of Office Bearers, District Presidents, and Executive Members of the BJP OBC Morcha for Jammu & Kashmir.
The newly appointed Vice Presidents include Reeta Verma (Akhnoor), Vijay Saini (Jammu Border), Jatinder Bharti (Kathua), Abdul Rashid Ghanai (Rajouri), Suresh Salgotra (Jammu) and Shabir Ahmed Zargar (Kupwara).
The Morcha’s General Secretaries are Sunny Sangotra (Jammu South), Sham Mehra... |
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