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| Directorate of Agriculture Jammu Celebrates Mahila Kisan Diwas 2026 | | |
Jammu, October 15 (Scoop News)-The Directorate of Agriculture Production & Farmers Welfare, Jammu, today organised Mahila Kisan Diwas 2026 at Kisan Kendra, Farmer Training Centre (FTC), Talab Tillo, Jammu, to recognise the significant contribution of women farmers to agricultural development and promote their empowerment through sustainable livelihoods, entrepreneurship and value addition.
The celebration assumes special significance in 2026, as the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has declared 2026 the International Year of the Woman Farmer (IYWF 2026). The initiative highlights the vital role of women across agrifood systems and underscores the need to strengthen their access t... |
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| | Directorate of Agriculture Jammu Celebrates Mahila Kisan Diwas 2026 | | |
Jammu, October 15 (Scoop News)-The Directorate of Agriculture Production & Farmers Welfare, Jammu, today organised Mahila Kisan Diwas 2026 at Kisan Kendra, Farmer Training Centre (FTC), Talab Tillo, Jammu, to recognise the significant contribution of women farmers to agricultural development and promote their empowerment through sustainable livelihoods, entrepreneurship and value addition.
The celebration assumes special significance in 2026, as the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has declared 2026 the International Year of the Woman Farmer (IYWF 2026). The initiative highlights the vital role of women across agrifood systems and underscores the need to strengthen their access t... |
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| | Director Tourism Social Activist releases Devotional Bhajan “Dera Padder Laya” | | |
Jammu,October 15 (KIP)-Devotional bhajan “Dera Padder Laya,” presented by Vishal Music, was released today by Dr. Vikas Gupta, Director Tourism, Jammu, who graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Keshav Chopra, Social Activist and Chairman of Samvedna Society, attended the event as the Guest of Honour. Pankaj Sasan, JKAS, Deputy Director Tourism, Jammu; Vishal Sadhotra, JKAS, Assistant Director Tourism, Jammu; and Mamta Sharma, Deputy Director Tourism (Planning), were present as Special Guests, while Kamal Gupta, Senior Private Secretary to the Director Tourism, Jammu, attended as the Guest. The Programme was Organized by Samvedna Society.
The bhajan features the soulful voice of sing... |
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| | Two Years of Omar-led Govt.is an era of peace, prosperity and inclusive development : Rattan Lal | | |
Jammu, October 15 (Scoop News)-Senior National Conference leader and Provincial President, Jammu Province, Rattan Lal Gupta, Adv., said that the completion of two years of the Omar Abdullah-led elected government marks an important occasion to review its achievements, assess the progress made across key sectors and renew its commitment to the aspirations of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
Interacting with a delegation from Block Gandhri District Ramban led by Madam Shamim Akhtar former DDC Member Gandhri along with party office functionaries and delegates of Block Gandhri at Party headquarter Gandhi Nagar, Jammu in the presence of Sheikh Bashir Ahmad Provincial Secretary Jammu, ... |
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| | Bhalla hails J&K Govt's assurance on official status for Punjabi and Gojri languages | | |
Jammu, October 15 (Scoop News)-Bhalla hails J&K Govt's assurance on official status for Punjabi, Gojri languages,
says recognition of mother tongues essential to preserving cultural heritage, linguistic identity and rich traditions of J&K
Jammu: JKPCC Working President Raman Bhalla today welcomed the Jammu and Kashmir Government's written assurance to include Punjabi and Gojri among the official languages of the Union Territory, describing the development as an important step towards recognising the linguistic diversity and cultural heritage of Jammu and Kashmir.
Bhalla said that the demand for granting official-language status to Punjabi has been raised repeatedly, as the language ... |
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| | Yasha Mudgal chairs 5th AGM of BCCB, emphasises mission-mode NPA recovery, financial revival | | |
Jammu, October 15 (Scoop News)-The 5th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Baramulla Central Cooperative Bank Limited (BCCB) was held today, under the chairpersonship of Yasha Mudgal, Chairperson, Professional Board of Directors (PBOD), BCCB and Commissioner Secretary Cooperative Department.
The meeting was attended by the Additional Deputy Commissioner, Baramulla, members of the Professional Board of Directors, Director Horticulture, Kashmir and other senior officers of the department along with representatives of Primary Agricultural Cooperative Societies (PACS).
Dr. Khalid Hussain, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, BCCB, made a detailed presentation on functioning of the... |
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| | J&K Prosecution Department secures dismissal of 10 bail pleas in district Jammu, Samba | | |
Jammu, October 15 (Scoop News)-The Prosecution Department Jammu and Kashmir today announced that ten bail applications were dismissed/rejected by the Hon'ble courts at Districts Jammu and Samba between October 8 and 14, 2026, following well-prepared and vigorous opposition by Ld. Prosecutors appearing for the UT.
On October 14, 2026, four different bail applications of accused persons namely Sourab Baloria, Vivek Kumar, Jugdeep Kour and Manmohit Singh in FIR No. 146/2026 of Police Station Vijaypur, registered under the NDPS Act and Arms Act, were dismissed by the Additional Sessions Judge, Samba Arvind Sharma. The Ld. Addl. Public Prosecutor Kuldeep Bhat argued the matter and strongly ... |
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| | CM Omar Abdullah inaugurates 70th National School Games in Ganderbal | | Urges young athletes to pursue sporting excellence |  Ganderbal,October 15 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated the 70th National School Games at the Government College of Physical Education, Ganderbal, welcoming young athletes from 23 States and Union Territories and calling for greater recognition, support and opportunities for sports beyond cricket.
The five-day sporting event features Under-17 boys’ and girls’ competitions in Wushu and Taekwondo, bringing together promising young talent from across the country.
Welcoming the participating athletes to Kashmir, particularly Ganderbal, the Chief Minister said the r... |
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| | Div Com Jammu reviews Preparations for Basohli Utsav-2026 | | Directs Departments to Ensure Seamless Coordination, Timely Arrangements for Three-Day Festival |  Basohli, October 15 (Scoop News)- Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Dr. Vikas Kundal, today visited Basohli to review preparations for the annual Basohli Utsav-2026, scheduled to be held from October 19 to 21.
The Divisional Commissioner chaired a meeting with officers and stakeholders at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV), Basohli, to assess the status of preparations, inter-departmental coordination and arrangements for the smooth and successful conduct of the festival.
During the visit, he inspected key venues, including the Tourist Reception Centre (TRC), Basohli, designated for the Inve... |
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| | Restoration of Trust in Public Life Essential to Protect Democracy | | and Achieve Good Governance: Ashok Sharma | |
Jammu, October 14 (Scoop News)-Expressing deep concern over the eroding faith in governance, Mr. Ashok Sharma, Advocate and Chairman of the Jammu Province Bachao Manch (JPBM), stated today that public trust is depleting daily due to rising corruption and greed among those in power.
In a press statement issued today, Mr. Sharma asserted that instead of progressing, Jammu & Kashmir has taken a significant step backward. He attributed this regression to the systematic weakening and dismantling of key auditing, accountability, and monitoring institutions.
Mr. Sharma highlighted a series of dismantled or weakened bodies that have severely impacted public welfare and institutional oversig... |
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| | Jammu Municipal Corporation Will Be Modernised under NC’s Vision: Rattan Lal | | JKNC launches ward-wise people-to-people contact programmes across all 75 wards of Jammu City | |
Jammu, October 14 (Scoop News)-Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) today launched a ward-wise people-to-people contact programme across all 75 wards of Jammu City to strengthen public outreach, listen to residents’ grievances and communicate the party’s vision for the modernisation and development of Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC).
As part of the programme, a meeting of JKNC Ward No. 4, Fattu Chowgan, was held under the chairmanship of Chander Mohan Sharma, District President, Jammu Urban, and organised by Ashok Dogra, former JMC Corporator and District Vice President, Jammu Urban. Rattan Lal Gupta, Provincial President, JKNC Jammu, attended the meeting as the Chi... |
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| | DC reviews progress of ongoing developmental works in Udhampur District | | Directs officers to ensure timely completion, quality execution | | Udhampur, October 13 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Ananth Dwivedi today convened an introductory-cum-review meeting with officers of the line departments to assess the progress of ongoing developmental works and the implementation of government schemes.
The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner Prem Singh; PO Poshan Subash Dogra; Chief Planning Officer Uttam Singh; General Manager DIC Kishore Singh Katoch; ACR Dr. Umesh Shan and other senior district and sectoral officers.
The DC sought detailed feedback from the officers on the functioning of their respective departments and reviewed the implementation status of the government schemes and developmental... |
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| | DC reviews progress of ongoing developmental works in Udhampur District | | Directs officers to ensure timely completion, quality execution | | Udhampur, October 13 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Ananth Dwivedi today convened an introductory-cum-review meeting with officers of the line departments to assess the progress of ongoing developmental works and the implementation of government schemes.
The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner Prem Singh; PO Poshan Subash Dogra; Chief Planning Officer Uttam Singh; General Manager DIC Kishore Singh Katoch; ACR Dr. Umesh Shan and other senior district and sectoral officers.
The DC sought detailed feedback from the officers on the functioning of their respective departments and reviewed the implementation status of the government schemes and developmental... |
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| | BJP Shielding CEC Gyanesh Kumar: Rattan Lal | | Says; LOP Suffering from ‘Abdullah Phobia’ | | Jammu,October 13 (Scoop News)-Senior National Conference (NC) leader and Provincial President Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta, while reacting to what he termed a baseless and politically motivated statement by a senior BJP leader and Leader of Opposition (LOP), alleged that the BJP was attempting to shield Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar amid serious questions being raised over the functioning and transparency of the Election Commission.
Gupta referred to the concerns reportedly raised by Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi regarding the decision-making process and transparency surrounding the revision of electoral rolls. He stressed that any allegati... |
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| | Sham Lal Sharma Visits Rain-Affected Areas Across Jammu North Constituency | |  Jammu, October 13 (Scoop News)-Sham Lal Sharma, MLA Jammu North, visited areas across the Jammu North Constituency affected by flash floods due to heavy rainfall to assess the damage caused by the previous day’s intense downpour. Accompanied by concerned officials, he visited the affected localities, interacted with residents and listened to their concerns and grievances, assuring them of every possible assistance in addressing the difficulties caused by the flash floods.
During the visit, Sharma issued on-the-spot directions to the concerned officials to assess the extent of damage cause... |
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