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CS assesses revised Climate Action Plan
calls for time-bound departmental action up to 2030
Srinagar, October 06(Scoop News)- Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a meeting to assess the revised Jammu & Kashmir State Action Plan on Climate Change (SAPCC 2.0), calling for further refinement of the plan by incorporating clearly defined, department-wise actions, outcomes and timelines up to 2030. The meeting was attended by several Administrative Heads including ACS, PDD; ACS, Tourism; ACS, PWD; Principal Secretary, DMRR&R; Commissioner Secretary, H&ME; Commissioner Secretary, Forests; Secretary, Transport; Principal Chief Conservator of Forests; Representatives from MoEFCC...

CM Omar Abdullah reviews preparations for Kashmir Marathon
Attractive prize money & the marathon venue should result in wider participation: CM
Srinagar, October 06 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today reviewed the preparations for the third edition of the Kashmir Marathon and called for a stronger national and international outreach to attract runners from across India and abroad and establish the event as a major global sporting attraction. Chairing a high-level meeting to review arrangements for the October 25 marathon, the Chief Minister directed the Tourism Department and other concerned agencies to intensify publicity for the event, including through leading running and fitness influencers. He called for invi...

CM Omar Abdullah-led Govt approves land for mobile towers in underserved areas across J&K
Initiative will help extend reliable connectivity to remote, border communities: CM
Srinagar, October 06(Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir Government, headed by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, has approved provision of land for installation of mobile towers in underserved areas across Jammu and Kashmir, aimed at strengthening high-speed telecom connectivity in remote and border villages. Under the initiative, land has been approved for installation of BSNL mobile towers in underserved areas of Uri, Tangmarg, Karnah, Kalakote, Kralpora, Basantgarh, Khour, Latti Marothi, Banihal, Pogal Paristan, Ramsoo and Qila Darhal under the Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF). ...

CS calls for accelerated action towards zero-casualty corridors
Reviews implementation of Road Safety Action Plan across J&K
Srinagar, October 05(Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a high-level meeting to take comprehensive stock of the Road Safety Action Plan, accident data, i-RAD, black spot rectification, trauma care, digital enforcement and other road safety interventions across the Union Territory. The meeting was attended by Additional Chief Secretary, PWD; Principal Secretary, Home; Secretary, Transport Department; Inspector General of Police, Traffic; Transport Commissioner; Representatives from BRO; NHAI; NHIDCL and other concerned senior officers. The Chief Secretary directe...

Lieutenant Governor Addresses the 60th Annual Convention of Indian Society of Agricultural Engineers
Lieutenant Governor called for empowering women innovators and ensuring their leadership in agricultural technology
Srinagar, October 05(Scoop News)- The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today addressed the 60th Annual Convention of the Indian Society of Agricultural Engineers (ISAE), co-hosted by Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology (SKUAST), Kashmir. Extending a warm welcome to distinguished guests, the Lieutenant Governor congratulated ISAE on completing six-decades of service to the nation and commended SKUAST-Kashmir for its pioneering role among India’s leading agricultural universities. In his remarks, the Lieutenant Governor highlighted the significance of the...

IEI Jammu & Kashmir State Centre observes World Habitat Day
Experts call for climate-resilient, inclusive and sustainable habitats
Srinagar, October 5, (Scoop News)-The Institution of Engineers (India), Jammu & Kashmir State Centre (IEI-JKSC), organized a Technical Talk and Panel Discussion on the occasion of World Habitat Day 2026, on the theme “Adequate Housing for All.” The programme brought together senior engineers, former administrators, professionals, academicians and representatives of civil society to deliberate on affordable, safe, sustainable and resilient housing and human settlements. The programme was attended by Executive Committee Members of IEI-JKSC, led by Er. Ferdous Ahad Bhat, FIE, Chairman, IEI-...

Why has J&K Government not yet reconstituted Media Accreditation Committee?
Journalists Await Clarity on 2026–2028 Accreditation Process
Srinagar/Jammu, October 05 (Scoop News)-The Jammu & Kashmir Government has yet to formally reconstitute the Jammu & Kashmir Media Accreditation Committee (JKMAC) for the 2026–2028 term, leaving journalists awaiting clarity over the renewal and grant of media accreditation. The delay has raised questions within the media fraternity, particularly as the new accreditation cycle is already underway and journalists from both Jammu and Srinagar divisions are awaiting the processing of their accreditation cases. Earlier, it was understood that the Department of Information and Public Relatio...

Sewa Jyoti Yatra to take spirit of service to every district of J&K: Sat Sharma
Jammu, October 04 (Scoop News)-The spirit of “Sewa” will reach every corner of Jammu & Kashmir through the Sewa Jyoti Yatra, as the BJP prepares to organize the Yatra across all 20 administrative districts on October 7, making it a people-centric expression of service, nationalism and commitment to the nation. J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma CA said that the Yatra is not merely an organizational programme, but an occasion to connect the spirit of public service with the people and inspire greater participation in nation-building. He was addressing a review meeting of th...

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