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Div Com Jammu flags off Jammu–Basohli Bike Ride to promote tourism
cultural heritage and drug-free youth
Jammu, October 19 (Scoop News)-Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Vikas Kundal, today flagged off the Jammu–Basohli Bike Ride from Tawi River Front, Jammu, as part of Basohli Utsav-2026, aimed at promoting the region’s rich cultural heritage, scenic beauty and tourism potential while spreading the message of a drug-free society. Speaking on the occasion, Vikas Kundal said that around 30 bikers are participating in the ride from Jammu, with more riders expected to join the convoy en route. The participants are also carrying the national flag, reflecting their spirit of patriotism and commitment to the nation. He said that Basohli Utsav provides a platform to showcase the region’s vibrant...

NC Government Focusing on Inclusive Development of Marginalised Sections of Society: Rattan Lal
Christian Community Was Neglected During Previous BJP-PDP Regime and LG Administration, Says Gupta
Jammu,October 19 (Scoop News)- A one-day convention of the J&K Christian Welfare Council, an affiliated wing of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC), was held yesterday at Mohalla Ustaad, Jammu, under the chairmanship of Ashish Peter. Rattan Lal Gupta, Provincial President, Jammu, was the Chief Guest. The convention was attended by Bimla Luthra, State Vice President, Women Wing, JKNC; Chander Mohan Sharma, District President Jammu Urban; Rakesh Singh Raka, Vice President, Central Zone; and S. Gurnam Singh, District Secretary, Jammu Urban. Addressing the convention, Rattan Lal Gupta emphasised that inclusive development and social justice must reach every section of soc...

Media coordination key to strengthening organizational outreach and countering misinformation: Sat Sharma
Jammu, October 19 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma CA stressed that effective media coordination, strong digital outreach and timely communication are essential for strengthening the party’s political narrative, exposing misinformation and connecting the BJP’s policies and achievements with the people. He was chairing a coordination meeting of the party’s Print Media, social media and IT Departments at the BJP Headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu. The meeting was attended by J&K BJP Vice Presidents Priya Sethi and Rekha Mahajan, General Secretaries Sanjita Dogra and Gopal Mahajan, Treasurer Prabhat Singh Jamwal, Secretary Reema Padha, Media Incharge Dr. Pard...

Long-Pending Demand of Sikh Sangat Fulfilled
Interlocking Tile Work Worth ₹38.17 Lakh Begins at Gurudwara
Jammu, October 19 (Scoop News)- The long-pending demand of the Sikh Sangat for the construction of an interlocking tile pavement at Gurudwara Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji, Chand Kour Nagar, Jammu, has finally been fulfilled, with the Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) commencing the much-needed work at an estimated cost of ₹38.17 lakh. The work was inaugurated by Kar Sewa Baba Deep Singh Ji and S. Gurdarshan Singh, Retired JKAS Officer, in the presence of S. Balvinder Singh, Vice President, District Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (DGPC), Jammu; S. Surjeet Singh, General Secretary, DGPC Jammu; S. Harjeet Singh, Member, DGPC Jammu; S. Tejinder Singh; S. Avtar Singh, Member, DGPC Jammu; S. Kulvi...

IGP Traffic J&K chairs joint coordination meeting at DPL Rajouri
to strengthen Road Safety, Traffic Management
Rajouri, October 18 (Scoop News)- IGP Traffic J&K M. Suleman Choudhary chaired a coordination meeting with officers of District Police and Traffic Police at DPL Rajouri to discuss measures to streamline traffic management, strengthen road safety and reduce road accidents and traffic congestion across the Rajouri–Poonch region. The meeting was attended by DIGP Rajouri-Poonch Range Sandeep Wazir; SSP Rajouri Naresh Singh; SSP Traffic Rural Jammu Master Popsy; Additional SP Rajouri Waseem Mehmood; Additional SP Poonch Hamid Banday; DySP (DAR) Rajouri Khaliq Hussain Choudhary; DySP SOG, Rajouri Shammi Kumar; DySP Traffic Poonch-Rajouri Ajaz Choudhary; besides SHO Rajouri and DTIs of Poonch,...

DC Jammu directs for expediting anti-rabies vaccination, sterilisation
campaigns across urban, rural areas
Jammu, October 18 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner Jammu, Minga Sherpa chaired a meeting to review the activities of the Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) Jammu and the status of animal welfare measures in the district. The DC reviewed the status of the anti-rabies vaccination programme in the district and took stock of the role being played by the Jammu Municipal Corporation, the Animal Husbandry Department and animal welfare organisations. He also reviewed the availability of anti-rabies vaccine with the concerned departments. Directing the officers to organise dedicated camps for anti-rabies vaccination, the Deputy Commissioner stressed that sterilisation camp...

Bhalla urges LG Sinha to ensure decency and mutual respect in Bureaucracy
Jammu, October 18 (Scoop News)-JKPCC Working President calls for dignified treatment of JKAS officers by IAS counterparts; stresses courteous conduct by bureaucracy towards colleagues and the public. Jammu: Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) Working President Raman Bhalla has urged Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha to ensure that the highest standards of decency, dignity and mutual respect are maintained within the administrative machinery, particularly in the conduct of IAS officers towards their JKAS counterparts and in the bureaucracy's dealings with the general public. Bhalla stressed that civil servants occupy positions of public trust and are expected to uphold...

Grand Prabhat Pheri marks eighth Navratra in Katra
Katra,October 18(Scoop News)-A deeply spiritual and devotional atmosphere prevailed in the holy town of Katra today as the Jammu and Kashmir Association of Prabhat Pheri took out an impressive Prabhat Pheri on the eighth day of Navratra, as part of Navratra Festival Katra 2026. The festival was being organised jointly by the J&K Tourism Department and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, Katra, in association with the District Administration Reasi and the people of Katra. The Prabhat Pheri commenced from the Bus Stand, proceeded towards Darshani Deodi via Banganga Road, passed through the m...

Guru Nabha Dass Ji’s teachings promote unity and brotherhood: Sat Sharma
Guru Nabha Dass Ji’s Prakash Utsav celebrated at Sakettar, Sat, Jugal, Dr. Manyal, Dr Bharat participate
Nagrota (Jammu),October 18(Scoop News)-Emphasizing the enduring relevance of Guru Nabha Dass Ji’s teachings in strengthening social harmony, equality and brotherhood, J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma (CA) said that the revered saint’s life and philosophy continue to inspire society to rise above divisions and work towards a harmonious and inclusive nation. Sat Sharma, accompanied by Lok Sabha MP Jugal Kishore Sharma, MLA Dr. Devinder Kumar Manyal, Kathua MLA Dr. Bharat Bhushan and District President Nand Kishore, along with others, addressed a Samagam organized to mark the...

LG Must Direct IAS Officers to Maintain Decency and Respect Towards Colleagues and the Public: Rattan Lal
Jammu, October 17(Scoop News)-Senior National Conference leader and Provincial President Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta, strongly condemned the alleged use of abusive language by IAS officer Rajeev Ranjan against a woman JKAS officer during a virtual meeting, calling the reported incident unacceptable and unbecoming of a public servant holding a senior administrative position. Mr. Gupta said that every government officer, irrespective of rank or designation, is expected to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, dignity and mutual respect while dealing with colleagues and the general public. Such alleged misconduct, if established, cannot be justified under any circumstances and...

Div Com Jammu reviews progress on conferment of ownership rights to DPs, WPRs
Jammu, October 17(Scoop News)-Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Vikas Kundal, today chaired a meeting to review the progress on the conferment of ownership rights to Displaced Persons (DPs) and West Pakistani Refugees (WPRs) under the relevant Government Orders, including Government Orders No. 100, 101 and 105. During detailed deliberations, the Deputy Commissioners of Jammu Division apprised the chair of the district-wise progress in the receipt, scrutiny, approval and disposal of claims, besides highlighting issues requiring intervention for expeditious processing of cases. Emphasising time-bound disposal of claims, the Divisional Commissioner directed all Deputy Commissioners to ...

Massive appreciation of Modi’s governance model has unnerved opposition parties: Sat Sharma
Jammu, October 17(Scoop News)- J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma CA has said that the overwhelming public appreciation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s governance model has unnerved opposition parties, which are finding it difficult to counter BJP’s growing popularity, development-oriented policies and expanding public support. Sat Sharma was addressing an organisational review meeting of Samba district, convened by District President Asha Rani, where he assessed the party’s organisational and political activities, particularly the month-long programmes undertaken under 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan'. Referring to the culmination of the nationwide campaign, organised from Se...

Katra echoes with Maa Vaishnnodevi Jaikars
Katra October 17(Scoop News)- A grand and spiritually vibrant Prabhat Pheri was taken out today as part of the ongoing Navratra celebrations in Katra featuring beautifully decorated jhankis of Maa Kaalratri and different menifestations of Maa Kaali. The Prabhat Pheri, organised by the J&K Association of Prabhat Pheri in association with the J&K Tourism Department, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board Katra and the District Administration Reasi, witnessed enthusiastic participation from local residents, pilgrims, schoolchildren, and devotees from different parts of the country who came together to celebrate the divine glory of Maa Vaishno Devi. Earlier, the Prabhat Pheri was flag...

Devotional Song Competition entered into its 06th day
Celebrity Singer Suraj Singh and Former Winner Ravi Raguvanshi enthralled the audience in AIDSC
Katra,October 17(Scoop News)- All India Devotional Song Competition as a part of Navratra Festival 2026 being organized by SMVD Shrine Board, Deptt. of J&K Tourism, PTC Network in association with SMVD Narayana Super Speciality Hospital, J&K Bank, Nice Gems, Nidheesh Builders Jammu Pvt. Ltd. 92.7 Big FM, Yog Ashram Complex with active support of District Administration and the local host Community entered in its 06th day today, was inaugurated at Yog Ashram Complex in the evening by lighting of a traditional lamp by Amit Sharma Commissioner Census J&K and Ladakh in presence of Uday Bhaskar Bureau Head of J&K Punjab Kesari and Hind Samachar group Rajesh Raina Assist. Director Tourism, Cele...

DC Kathua calls for expeditious implementation of ABHIM
DC Kathua , October 16 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma today chaired a meeting with the Health Department functionaries to assess the progress of the Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (ABHIM) in the district, with a special focus on the establishment of Block level Public Health Laboratories. Chief Medical Officer Dr Vijay Raina briefed the Deputy Commissioner about the project, outlining its key components, objectives and proposed implementation, with emphasis on strengthening public health laboratory infrastructure at the block level. The Deputy Commissioner stressed the need for close coordination among the concerned officials to resolve bottlenec...

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