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Chief Secretary reviews the progress of IT initiatives | Lauds Team J&K for securing top spot amongst UT/States with 1038 e-services and sets target of 1500 services |
Srinagar, September 25 (Scoop News)-With an aim to further ease the life of common citizens through the medium of e-initiatives for greater transparency and door-step delivery of various government services, Chief Secretary, Dr. Arun Kumar Mehta chaired a detailed review of the IT Department today.
At the sidelines of the review, he also launched various IT initiatives including dedication of five (05) new online services to the public, unveiling the JK instance of Open Government Data(OGD) platform, the Cyber Crisis Management Plan (CCMP) and Digital Internship programme 2.0.
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| Div Com reviews Developmental activities in Samba District | Seeks timeline completion of mega projects, coverage of all eligible persons under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana | Samba, September 25 (Scoop News)-Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar on Monday chaired a meeting of district officers, focusing on the evaluation of ongoing development projects, including Central Sponsored Schemes and various other developmental initiatives in the Samba District. The meeting took place at the Conference Hall of the DC Office Complex.
At the onset of the meeting, Deputy Commissioner Samba, Abhishek Sharma presented a comprehensive overview of the district's developmental profile.
The Divisional Commissioner was given a detailed briefing on the physic... |
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| CS for comprehensive measures to improve footfall to Jambu Zoo; Lion and Tiger arriving in October | Also advises for changing timing for keeping the Zoo open for public in hot weather season |
Jammu, September 25 (Scoop News)- Chief Secretary, Dr Arun Kumar Mehta on his visit to the Jambu Zoo at Nagrota reviewed the facilities being provided to the visitors there besides overall functioning of Zoological Park thrown open for public last year.
While making his observations, the Chief Secretary made out that the footfall to this facility needs to be improved in view of the attractions available here. He observed that the school children and other nature lovers could also be imparted with awareness about animals, their behavior and salient features related to them.
Dr Mehta also maintained that the footfall to the Zoo could also be increased by making visitors coming to the ... |
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| Vice Chancellor IUST, Prof Shakil Ahmad Romshoo conferred with Mahatma Gandhi Seva Puraskar | IUST hosts Himalayan Meet of Astronomers 2023 |
Awantipora, September 25 (Scoop News)-Gandhi Global Family today conferred Mahatma Gandhi Seva Puraskar Award, on Prof Shakil Ahmad Romshoo for his outstanding contribution towards nation in the sphere of academics.
Padma Shri, Dr S P Varma, President, Gandhi Global Family said that IUST under the leadership of Prof Shakil Ahmad Romshoo has emerged conspicuous on the educational landscape of the Country. He commended the University’s efforts and initiatives in the sphere of promotion of Innovation, entrepreneurship, skilling, peace and culture studies, and outreach activities. He said... |
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| Jammu and Kashmir tops the country in e-Governance Service Delivery | |
Jammu, September 24 (Scoop News)- Jammu and Kashmir has achieved a significant milestone and remarkable feat in e-governance by providing over 1028 services in online mode for citizens, institutions, and business establishments. In the National e-services Delivery Assessment (NeSDA) report released by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), Government of India today, the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir secured the topmost position with an impressive 1028 e-services, surpassing Madhya Pradesh with 1010 e-services and Kerala with 911 e-services.
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| Spectacular Warwan Festival concludes with cultural, adventure activities | Secretary Tourism announces slew of measures aiming empowerment of local youth | Kishtwar,September 24 (Scoop News)-The two day Warwan Festival, organized at Warwan nestled in the picturesque Kavyard region of Warwan Tehsil within Kishtwar district, today culminated with an exhilarating fusion of cultural and adventure activities.
This grand spectacle was impeccably orchestrated by the Directorate of Tourism, Jammu, in collaboration with the District Administration Kishtwar and the J&K Academy of Art, Culture, and Languages.
Drawing an impressive assembly of over 10,000 tourists and adventure aficionados over the span of two days, the festival was earlier inaugurate... |
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| Police solves burglary case in Budgam within 2 days; 03 arrested | Stolen property worth lacs recovered |
Jammu,September 24 (Scoop News)- Police in Budgam have solved a burglary case by arresting 03 accused persons involved in the commission of crime and recovered stolen property from their possession within 02 days after the compliant was received.
On 20/09/2023, Police Station Magam received a written complaint from the owner of MB Traders to the effect that during intervening night of 19-20/09/2023, some burglars have barged into his office at Agrikalan Magam and had stolen cigarette cartons worth ₹5 lakh.
Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 144/2023 under relevant sections of law was registered at PS Magam and investigation was initiated.
During the course of investigation, after s... |
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| J&K Judicial Academy organises workshop on Gender Sensitization | | Srinagar, September 23 (Scoop News)- In an effort to foster a more inclusive and equitable judicial system, the Jammu & Kashmir Judicial Academy organised Gender Sensitization Workshop for Judicial Officers (DLSA Secretaries), members of Gender Sensitization and Internal Complaints Committee, High Court of J&K and Ladakh, members of Gender Sensitization and Local Complaints Committees of Kashmir & Ladakh today at J&K Judicial Academy, Mominabad, Srinagar.
The workshop aimed to raise awareness and provide essential insights into gender-related issues and the challenges faced by women in th... |
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| SEC inspects process of updation of Panchayat election at several blocks | |
Jammu, September 23 (Scoop News)-State Election Commissioner (SEC), B.R. Sharma visited several blocks and check the process of updation of Panchayat election on spot.
SEC visited Block Miran Sahib, Panchayat-Darsopur, Arjun Singh Kotli, Miran Sahib and Chakroi, Suchetgarh where he took onspot process of updation of Panchayat election and issued instructions to the concerned staff of RDD to examine the assembly election and ensure that all the voters whose names missed in assembly polls get invaribale included in the State Election with respect to 01.01.2023 as acquisition date.
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| Army organizes South Kashmir Sports Festival “Jashn-e-Janoob” | |
Srinagar, September 23 (Scoop News)-Shopian town bustled with enthusiasm and energy as it bore witness to a spectacular Sports Extravaganza that marked the conclusion of the annual South Kashmir Sports Festival Jashn-e-Janoob”. The event organised by Indian Army comprised of various track & field events which commenced on 15 September 2023. The best athletes from 48 schools of South Kashmir competed against each other to earn a place in the finals conducted in Batpora Stadium, Shopian on 23 Sep 2023 which was witnessed by massive crowd of almost 5000 spectators from various parts of South K... |
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| Promoting Dogra heritage biggest tribute to Maharaja Hari Singhji: Rana | | Reasi,September 23 (Scoop News)-Leading people to pay homage to Maharaja Hari Singhji on his 128th birth anniversary, Senior BJP leader Mr Devender Singh Rana today said the best tribute to the benevolent last ruler of Jammu and Kashmir would be to promote rich Dogra art, culture, heritage and language.
Speaking at a homage giving function here, Mr Rana said much onus lies on scholars and artists , the conscious keepers of the Dogra heritage, who can play their crucial role in promoting and propagating Dogri, reviving Duggar culture and bequeathing to posterity the sagas of valour scr... |
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| Mehbooba Mufti asks for unity to safeguard the rights and unique identity of J&K | |
Srinagar,September 23 (Scoop News)-Mehbooba Mufti today emphasized the critical importance of unity during these trying times to safeguard the rights and unique identity of Jammu and Kashmir. She underscored the need for young individuals to take the lead and collaborate to strengthen the PDP's presence on the ground in order to make a meaningful impact.
She was speaking in a function where Municipal Council Pulwama Chairman Bilal Ahmad Rather, along with esteemed members Rukhsana Akhter Ab Khaliq Dar, Awqaf Member Ab Kabir Wani, Qaisar Ah Lone of the Transport Union, Abdul Gani Dar from... |
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| CS review Development scenario in Udhampur District | | Udhampur, September 22 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Dr. Arun Kumar Mehta, conducted a comprehensive assessment of ongoing developmental projects and flagship initiatives across various sectors in Udhampur district today. This visit aimed to review the progress of projects funded through the Central Sponsored Schemes (CSS) and other development programs.
The meeting was attended by Divisional Commissioner Ramesh Kumar, DIG Udhampur-Reasi Range Mohammad Suleman Choudhary, and heads of various divisions and departments within the district.
Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Saloni Rai, warmly... |
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| Indian Air Force is a glowing symbol of strength, bravery and dedication: LG Sinha | | Jammu, September 22 (Scoop News)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha attended the Air show and Air Awareness Campaign at Air Force Station, Satwari today.
The event was jointly organised by Indian Air Force and J&K Government to commemorate 76 years of accession of J&K into Indian Union and Diamond Jubilee Celebration of Air Force Station, Jammu.
“Indian Air Force is a glowing symbol of strength, bravery and dedication. I salute the Indian Air Force personnel for their magnificent heroism and the spirit of sacrifice. My deepest gratitude to the Air Warriors and their families,” the Lt... |
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| DC Ganderbal flags-off 15th annual Gangbal Yatra | | Ganderbal , September 22 (Scoop News)-The 15th annual Gangbal yatra commenced here today after a group of pilgrims mostly Kashmiri Pandits was flagged-off by the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Shyambir from Naranag.
SSP Ganderbal, Nikhil Borkar and other civil and police officials were present on the occasion.
The group of pilgrims left from the Naranag temple for Annual Harmukh Gangbal yatra amid religious fervor and were accompanied by SDRF team, Police and other officials.
After performing Puja at Naranag temple, devotees set on foot to undertake a 36-km journey to Gangabal L... |
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