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Lieutenant Governor Delivered Keynote Address at Dr Suresh Awasthi Memorial Lecture Series
Jammu, July 15 (Scoop News)- Dr. Suresh Awasthi Smriti Nyas in Varanasi today organized a commemorative event to observe his 20th Punya Smriti Diwas. Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha delivered the keynote address on “AI: Effects and Side Effects”. The Lieutenant Governor paid his heartfelt tribute to Dr. Awasthi, a remarkable personality who embodied knowledge and humility. He said Dr. Awasthi was a distinguished scholar and a visionary who saw political science as a powerful instrument for shaping society and strengthening the nation. The Lieutenant Governor observed that Dr. Awasth...

Lieutenant Governor reviews facilities and services for pilgrims at Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas
Jammu, July 15 (Scoop News)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today visited the Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas in Jammu and reviewed the facilities and services in place for the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra. The Lieutenant Governor interacted with the officials from J&K Police, Army, Security Forces, Shrine Board, and Civil Administration, and took stock of the measures taken to facilitate the comfortable stay of the pilgrims. He commended their hard work and urged them to treat every Yatri as a divine guest. “With the holy pilgrimage already crossing the 3 lakh mark in just 12 da...

Chief Secretary reviews implementation of new Labour Codes
Srinagar, July 15 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a review meeting to assess the preparedness of the Labour & Employment Department for implementation of the Four Labour Codes enacted by the Government of India. The meeting besides Secretary, Labour & Employment was attended by the Commissioner Secretary, Law; DG, Codes; Labour Commissioner; and other senior officers. During the meeting, the Department made a comprehensive presentation highlighting the status of rule-making, institutional preparedness, digital integration, awareness initiatives and the roadmap...

Rajouri’s historic Bhairav Yatra officially added
to National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage of India
Jammu, July 15 (Scoop News)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today extended his heartiest congratulations to the Rajouri District Administration and Department of Culture, J&K on inclusion of historic Bhairav Yatra of Rajouri to the National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) of India. In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor has said: “Proud moment for Rajouri! The district’s historic Bhairav Yatra has officially been added to National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage of India. Congratulations to the Rajouri District Administration and the J&K's Department of ...

DYSS Begins 5 Day Chess Arbiter Course in Collaboration with All India Chess Federation
Jammu , July 15 (Scoop News)-Reinforcing its commitment to strengthening the professional capabilities of its field functionaries and promoting technical excellence in sports administration, the Directorate of Youth Services & Sports, (DYSS) J&K, under the leadership of Anuradha Gupta, Director General, YSS has begun a 5 day Chess Arbiter Course in collaboration with the All India Chess Federation (AICF) at Jammu, from 14th to 18th July, 2026. The specialized training programme is designed to enhance the technical knowledge and officiating skills of Physical Education Masters (PEMs), Phy...

Chief Secretary reviews PMGSY progress in J&K
PMGSY-IV to construct 646 new roads across J&K at an investment of ₹7,790 Cr
Srinagar, July 14 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today chaired a review meeting to assess the progress of works being executed under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) across the Union Territory. The meeting was attended by senior officers including the ACS, Public Works (R&B) Department; Commissioner Secretary, Forests; Chief Engineer, PMGSY, Jammu/Kashmir and field functionaries connected with the implementation of the flagship rural road connectivity programme. During the review, the Chief Secretary took a comprehensive stock of the physical and financial pro...

Lieutenant Governor Reviews Rehabilitation and Socio-Economic Reintegration Scheme
for Drug Abuse Victims
Srinagar, July 14 (Scoop News)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today chaired a meeting to review the proposed Rehabilitation and Socio-Economic Reintegration Scheme for Drug Abuse Victims, 2026. The Scheme is aimed at establishing a comprehensive, convergence-based framework for the rehabilitation and social reintegration of individuals recovering from substance use disorders across the Union Territory. The meeting was attended by Shri Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; Shri Chandraker Bharti, Principal Secretary, Home Department; Dr. Mandeep K Bhandari, Principal Secretary to Lieutenant...

CM Omar Abdullah meets delegations
assures examination of public and industry-related issues
Srinagar, July 14 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today met several public delegations at the Civil Secretariat here and gave a patient hearing to their issues and demands, assuring them that all genuine concerns would be examined for appropriate action. A delegation led by President Bat Manufacturers Association Kashmir, Fayaz Ahmad Dar, called on the Chief Minister and sought government support for the cricket bat manufacturing industry in Kashmir. The delegation highlighted various issues concerning the sector and requested measures for its promotion and sustained growth....

CS reviews formulation of comprehensive Cancer Care Strategy for J&K
Srinagar, July 13 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a high-level meeting to assess the initial formulation of a comprehensive Cancer Care Strategy for the Union Territory aimed at creating an integrated, accessible and technology-enabled cancer care ecosystem across Jammu & Kashmir. Among others, the meeting was attended by Director, SKIMS; Mission Director, National Health Mission; Director, Tata Memorial Centre (TMC),Chandigarh; Principals of Government Medical Colleges; Director, Health Services, Kashmir/Jammu; Faculty Members of GMCsand other senior officers of...

Lieutenant Governor attends Lal Ded Literary Award Function and Launches Book on Lal Ded by Dr Vaidehi Taman
Youth are the builders of our future: LG Sinha
Srinagar, July 12 (Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today attended the Lal Ded Literature Awards and the release function of Dr. Vaidehi Taman’s new book “Lal Ded: The Mother of Kashmir”. He urged the awardees to share the timeless wisdom of Lal Ded, Kabir, Nund Rishi, Guru Nanak, and Tulsidas with the younger generation. Speaking on the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor said that our ancestors built India by balancing science with deep spiritual values, emphasising that progress requires both the scientist and the spiritualist. “India’s greatest strength is its ric...

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