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 Jammu News
DFCS&CA Jammu urges eligible beneficiaries to collect advance ration for 3 months
Jammu, August 04 (KIP)-The The Directorate of Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs (DFCS&CA) Jammu has informed the beneficiaries covered under the National Food Security Act (NFSA) and Non-Priority Household (NPHH), Prime Minister Food Supplementation (PMFSS) schemes that the advance distribution of three months (03) food grains/ration for the months of August, September and October 2026 has commenced through all Fair Price Shops (FPS) and Government Sale Depots (GSD) in the Jammu Division. All eligible beneficiaries are requested to collect food-grains from their respective Fair Price Shops (FPS) as per the prescribed entitlement after due e-PoS authentication. Beneficiaries are ...

Sat Sharma raises immunization concerns of J&K in Parliament
Govt ensures extensive outreach
New Delhi,August 04 (Scoop News)-Ensuring that every child in Jammu & Kashmir, including those living in remote border villages, hilly terrains and nomadic tribal settlements, receives life-saving vaccines is a matter of critical public health, BJP J&K President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma (CA) submitted a question on the vital issue of immunization coverage in the Rajya Sabha, seeking a comprehensive account of the Universal Immunization Programme (UIP) in the Jammu & Kashmir. Through his question, he pressed the Union Health Ministry on district-wise immunization coverage, the success of Intensified Mission Indradhanush in reaching zero-dose and dropout children, and the special ...

Bhaderwah gears up for Kailash Kund Yatra
ADC reviews arrangements for annual pilgrimage
Bhaderwah, August 04 (Scoop News)- Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Bhaderwah Sunil Kumar Bhutyal today chaired a meeting to review the preparations for the forthcoming Kailash Kund Yatra 2026 and issued directions for a comprehensive pre-preparatory inspection to ensure all essential arrangements are in place well in advance. The meeting was attended by the Tehsildars of Bhaderwah and Bhalla, SDPO, Block Medical Officer (BMO), Assistant Engineer (PDD), Assistant Executive Engineer (JKPDCL), officers from the Forest Department, Rural Development Department (RDD) and other concerned departments. The ADC constituted a team of officers from the stakeholder departments to undertake ...

DC Samba reviews Mission Yuva implementation
Samba, August 04 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner Samba Ayushi Sudan today chaired a review meeting to assess the implementation and progress of Mission YUVA in the district. The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner Champa Devi, representatives from J&K Bank and J&K Grameen Bank, besides officers and officials associated with the Mission. Reviewing the progress, the Deputy Commissioner emphasized seamless inter-departmental coordination and a result-oriented approach to ensure effective implementation of Mission YUVA. She reiterated the District Administration's commitment to fostering entrepreneurship and creating sustainable self-employment opportunit...

DDC Doda reviews progress of District Capex Works
Doda, August 04 (Scoop News)-District Development Commissioner (DDC) Doda Krishan Lal today chaired a review meeting in the Conference Hall DC Office Complex to assess the progress of works being executed under the District Capex Budget and other developmental sectors. The meeting was attended by Chief Planning Officer Manesh Kumar, Superintending Engineers of PWD (R&B), JPDCL and Jal Shakti, Assistant Commissioner Development, Chief Medical Officer, Executive Engineer Mechanical Wing, Executive Officers of Municipal Council Doda, Executive Officer Municipal Committee Bhaderwah and Thathri, Executive Engineers of PWD (R&B), JPDCL and Jal Shakti, AEE Electrical Wing, representatives of JA...

CGPWA Conducts Plantation Drive at GHSS School Channi Himmat
Jammu,August 04 (Scoop News)- In the second phase of the plantation drive, the Central Govt Pensioners’ Welfare Association, Jammu (CGPWA) today planted one hundred plants in the premises of Govt Higher Secondary School, Channi Himmat (GHSS). The drive was inaugurated by the President of CGPWA, Kuldeep Khoda, former DGP & CVC J&K who planted a sapling of Gulmohar. Dr Ashok Bhan, former DGP and Life Member of CGPWA who was also present, planted a Neem sapling. In all, one hundred plants were planted by the students, teachers and members of CGPWA & BALGRAN. To ensure post-plantation care, t...

Shri Machail Mata Yatra witnesses smooth pilgrim movement
DC takes stock of facilities at Temple Shrine
Kishtwar, August 03 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar Pankaj Kumar Sharma today visited Machail Mata temple and conducted a detailed review of the arrangements put in place by the District Administration for the convenience and safety of the pilgrims. The annual Shri Machail Mata Ji Yatra 2026 was resumed on July 28, witnessing increasing footfall of devotees from across the country. He interacted with locals and assessed the ground situation while reviewing the effectiveness of the infrastructure and services being made available for the smooth and successful conduct of the yatra. The DC reviewed key arrangements, including parking facilities, transportation, water supply,...

Religious fervour marks inauguration of Shravan Mahotsav-2026 at Shri Shiv Khori
Reasi, August 03 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner Reasi Kumar Abhishek, who is also Vice Chairman Shri Shiv Khori Shrine Board (SSKSB), inaugurated Shravan Mahotsav-2026 today -coinciding with the first Monday of the holy month of Shravan. The celebrations commenced with a traditional Kavad Yatra, taken out from Darshani Deori to the revered Shri Shiv Khori Shrine. The Kavad Yatra witnessed enthusiastic participation from a large number of devotees. They carried holy water amid chanting devotional hymns and slogans in praise of Lord Shiva. The spiritual procession culminated at the holy cave shrine, where special prayers and rituals were performed. Upon reaching the shrine, the Dep...

Forest Department refutes News Report
Kathua, August 03 (Scoop News)- The Divisional Forest Officer Kathua today clarified that the Department has initiated appropriate legal action against the persons involved in a Forest offence, The Department has refuted a news report published in a section of press. “Proceedings have been initiated against the owner of the vehicle used in the commission of the forest offence as well as against the owner of M/s Sharma Katha Industry, Banyari Mahreen under Section 52 of the Indian Forest Act, 1927. The proceedings are presently pending before the competent authority,” the Department informed. The Department further stated that the vehicle and illicit timber were duly seized and the of...

M.K Rana Highlights Omar led Government Welfare Initiatives
Jammu,August 03 (Scoop News)-Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (NC) Joint Secretary, Central Zone, M.K. Rana highlighted the various welfare schemes launched by the Omar Abdullah-led Government for the empowerment of women, financial assistance to senior citizens, and employment opportunities for the youth. Addressing a public meeting at Bajad Mohalla, Panchayat Jandial, Block Mathwar, Mr. Rana said that the government's priority is to ensure inclusive development and improve the living standards of all sections of society through people-centric welfare programmes. During the meeting, Mr. Rana criticized the local BJP MLA for what he described as unfulfilled promises regarding d...

BJP betrayed trust of Jammu people, failed to fulfil promises during “double engine” era: Sadhotra
Jammu, August 03 (Scoop News)-National Conference Additional General Secretary and former Minister Mr. Ajay Kumar Sadhotra today accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of misleading the people of Jammu and Kashmir, particularly those of the Jammu region, by failing to fulfil the promises it made during successive elections and during the period of its governance and influence from 2014 to 2024, including the period of gubernatorial rule, like 15 lakh to each family, 2 crores employment to the youth per year and double income of farmers in 2022. Addressing a public meeting at Mishriwala which was organized by Kulwant Singh and Gurdev Singh in the Jammu North Assembly Constituenc...

Devyani Rana Announces on spot ₹15 Lakh out of CDF for Public Projects
Nagrota, August 03 (Scoop News)- Demonstrating her commitment towards inclusive development and responsive governance, Devyani Rana today undertook an extensive tour of the Nagrota Main Market in the Nagrota Assembly Constituency to inspect various ongoing and completed development works. She was accompanied by officers from various departments, who were directed to ensure quality execution and timely completion of all public works. During the visit, Devyani Rana inspected the newly constructed Tehsil Office and Block Development Office (BDO) at Nagrota and reviewed the ...

Women must lead the mission of Nation First, Har Ghar Tiranga: Sat Sharma
BJP Mahila Morcha gears up for patriotic outreach and grassroots expansion
Jammu, August 02 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP Mahila Morcha, held an organizational meeting at the party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, under the leadership of Mahila Morcha President Adv. Neha Mahajan to review organizational activities and finalize preparations for the upcoming Har Ghar Tiranga and Tiranga Yatra campaigns. J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma (CA) chaired the meeting. Mahila Morcha Prabhari Veenu Khanna and Seh Prabhari Shailja Gupta also addressed the meeting. The meeting was attended by Morcha office bearers and executive members. Sat Sharma, while addressing the meeting, said that the strength of the BJP lies in its disciplined cadre and the active pa...

Border residents, ex-servicemen are India's first line of strength: Sat Sharma
BJP holds meeting of Border residents, ex-servicemen cells
Jammu, August 02 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma (CA) asserted that border residents and ex-servicemen are among the strongest pillars of India's national security, saying that the Bharatiya Janata Party remains unwavering in its commitment to safeguarding their interests and ensuring their welfare. Sat Sharma was addressing a meeting of the BJP Border Cell and Ex-Servicemen Cell at the party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu. J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, All Cells Incharge Ved Sharma, All Cells Co-Incharge Munish Khajuria, Border Cell Convenor Akash Chopra, Ex-Servicemen Cell Convenor K.L. Sharma, also addressed the meeting, att...

Sacred Kalash Containing Holy Soil from Shri Guru Ravidas Ji's Birthplace Installed
at Shri Guru Ravidas Temple, Jallo Chak
Jammu, August 02 (Scoop News)-On the sacred occasion of the 650th Birth Anniversary of Sant Shiromani Guru Ravidas Ji Maharaj, a Kalash containing holy soil from Shri Guru Ravidas Ji's sacred birthplace at Seer Govardhanpur, Varanasi, was ceremoniously installed at Shri Guru Ravidas Temple, Ward No. 68, Jallo Chak, under the "Shri Guru Ravidas Samrasta Sankalp Abhiyan." The installation ceremony was held with great religious devotion and reverence. A large number of devotees gathered to pay their respects and seek the blessings of Guru Ravidas Ji. The sacred Kalash symbolizes social harmony, equality, and the timeless teachings of Guru Ravidas Ji, inspiring people to follow the path of...

District Congress Committee Jammu Rural Launches Plantation Drive from Bishnah Constituency
Jammu, August 02 (Scoop News)- District Congress Committee Jammu Rural under the leadership of Neeraj Kundan, today launched a plantation drive beginning from Block Miran Sahib. The programme was organised by Khushwant Singh, President of the All India Youth Congress (AYC), with active participation from local leadership. Minority Cell Chairman Nathu Singh,Block President Miran Sahib Gurmeet Singh and Block President Bishnah Vijay Tagotra were present on the occasion. Volunteers and party workers planted saplings at designated sites and also distributed plants among residents to encourage wider community involvement in greening efforts. Speaking on the occasion, Neeraj Kundan empha...

Govt orders time-bound settlement of Forest Rights claims
no eviction before due process: Rana
Jammu, August 02 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir Government has directed all Deputy Commissioners to complete the verification and settlement of pending and fresh claims under the Forest Rights Act in a time-bound manner, while making it clear that no forest-dwelling Scheduled Tribe or other traditional forest dweller shall be evicted from forest land under occupation until the prescribed recognition and verification process is completed. Addressing a press conference here, the Minister said the decision reflected the commitment of the Government headed by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah...

Panun Kashmir calls for recognizing the ideological continuum behind targeted Killings
Says Cosmetic Responses Consolidate the Process of Genocide
Jammu, August 01 (Scoop News)-Panun Kashmir has expressed profound anguish over the latest targeted killings in Kashmir, extending its heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and reiterating that every innocent life lost to terrorism is a national tragedy. The organisation, however, cautioned against viewing such incidents as isolated acts of violence divorced from the ideological and historical processes that continue to shape the conflict in Kashmir. In a statement issued today, Panun Kashmir asserted that while the State's immediate response in the form of security operations...

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