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| District administration clarifies facts on PMAY-G/AwaasPlus 2.0 cases in Poonch | | | Poonch, June 21 (Scoop News)- In response to concerns raised over the status of PMAY-G and AwaasPlus 2.0 cases in district Poonch, the correct facts are placed on record.
Under PMAY-G, 49,258 cases were sanctioned up to FY 2023-24 under the SECC and AwaasPlus categories. Subsequently, a survey was conducted under AwaasPlus 2.0 across the district to identify eligible households left out of previous surveys, during which 55,698 cases were surveyed; 8,961 under Self Survey and 46,737 under Assisted Survey.
Following the survey, a verification process was undertaken at various levels to ensure only genuinely eligible beneficiaries are considered under the scheme. Of these, 11,540 cases ... |
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| | JKAACL invites applications for Somnath Swabhiman Yatra-2026 | | |
Jammu/Srinagar, June 21 (Scoop News)-The Jammu & Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture & Languages (JKAACL), Department of Culture, Government of Jammu & Kashmir, in pursuance of directions conveyed by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, has invited applications from residents of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir for participation in the Somnath Swabhiman Yatra–2026. The six-day yatra is scheduled to commence from Jammu on June 29, 2026.
The pilgrimage, being organised for the first time in this format, aims to facilitate devotees from Jammu & Kashmir to undertake the journey to Somnath Temple. This year, the Government has earmarked 140 seats for yatris from the Union Terr... |
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| | International Day of Yoga celebrated across Jammu province | | 
Jammu, June 21 (Scoop News)-As part of the synchronised, Union Territory-wide observance of the 12th International Day of Yoga, the main district-level event was held today at Government College for Women (GCW), Gandhi Nagar, Jammu, under the theme "Yoga for Healthy Ageing". The district-wide events carried forward the message of holistic health, physical well-being and global harmony, drawing participation from officers, students and citizens across Jammu.
Jammu: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences Dr Jitendra Singh attended the mai... |
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| | Satish Sharma Visits Kala Kendra, Appreciates rare Art Collection | | 
Jammu, June 21 (Scoop News)- Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs Transport, Science & Technology, Information Technology, Youth Services & Sports, ARI & Trainings, Satish Kumar Sharma, today visited Kala Kendra Jammu to witness 5 day Art exhibition at G R Sanosh Gallery of Kala Kendra, showcasing the remarkable works of renowned artist Shivani Kajuria.
The exhibition, being organized by Kala Kendra Jammu, featured a collection of art works that highlight the diverse and unique artistic vision of Khan.
During his visit, he toured various galleries of Kala Kendra and... |
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| | Yoga is India's gift to humanity, says Sat Sharma on International Yoga Day | | |
Jammu/Srinagar/Poonch, June 21 (Scoop News)-Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu & Kashmir, celebrated International Yoga Day with enthusiasm at multiple locations across the Union Territory, with senior party leaders participating in yoga sessions and spreading awareness about the importance of adopting yoga as a way of life.
J&K BJP President and Member of Parliament Sat Sharma (CA), along with BJP General Secretary Baldev Singh Billawaria and All Cells Incharge Ved Sharma, participated in a yoga programme organized at Trikuta Nagar, opposite the Reserve Bank of India branch, Jammu. The event witnessed the participation of BJP leaders, cell convenors, co-convenors, and activists from ... |
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| | Ashok Koul reviews party programmes in Poonch district | | |
Poonch, June 21 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization), Ashok Koul chaired an organizational meeting at the BJP District Office, Poonch, to review ongoing party activities and discuss forthcoming programmes. BJP District President Poonch, S. Gurdeep Singh Khalsa, along with district office bearers and senior party leaders, attended the meeting.
During the meeting, a detailed review of the recently concluded International Yoga Day programmes was conducted, with special emphasis on timely reporting and documentation of activities organized across different organizational units. The participants also discussed various programmes being conducted as part of the nationwide out... |
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| | CGPWA celebrates 12th International Yoga Day | | 
Jammu, June 21 (Scoop News)-The Central Govt Pensioners’ Welfare Association, Jammu ( CGPWA) today also celebrated the 12 International Day of Yoga by organising Yoga session in collaboration with the Gandhinagar Greenbelt Morning Walkers.
Anupama and Dinesh Sharma Master Trainers of Bhartiya Yog Sansthan, the session which lasted for one hour. After the yoga session, Dinesh explained that Yoga should not be done casually but with focused attention with advised slow movement of limbs.
Focus keeps your breath synchronized with your movements. Present on the occasion included General... |
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| | Bhalla highlights mounting public concerns during outreach programme at Narwal Pain | | |
Jammu, June 20 (Scoop News)-: Continuing his grassroots outreach programme, JKPCC Working President Raman Bhalla today visited Narwal Pain and held an extensive interaction with residents, youth, women, traders, senior citizens and local representatives to assess public grievances and developmental concerns. Among those present were Sandeep Dogra, Ram Dass, Davinder Singh, Mouin Latif, Suresh Kumar, Devraj Kanojia, Chitranjan Singh, Ajeet Raj, Hameed, Naseer, Rita Kanojia, Amna Kalyan, Sofia, Sultana and several other prominent citizens.
Addressing the gathering, Bhalla said that people across Jammu and Kashmir are facing numerous socio-economic challenges that require urgent attention... |
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| | Balvinder Singh Calls for Upgradation of Oncology Packages Under PM-JAY SEHAT Scheme in J&K | | |
Jammu, June 20 (Scoop News)-Renowned RTI and Social Activist of Jammu & Kashmir, S. Balvinder Singh, has urged the Health & Medical Education Department and the State Health Agency (SHA), J&K, to take immediate steps for upgrading oncology treatment packages under the PM-JAY SEHAT Scheme and to implement the latest Health Benefit Package (HBP)-2022 in the Union Territory.
Mr. Singh stated that many oncology packages currently available under the scheme have become outdated and are no longer fully aligned with the latest standards of cancer care. Several chemotherapy drugs and treatment protocols included in the existing packages are no longer routinely recommended in modern oncology ... |
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| | Panun Kashmir Observes World Refugee Day across Jammu, Bengaluru and North America | | Reaffirms Homeland Demand |  Jammu, June 20 (Scoop News)-Panun Kashmir today observed World Refugee Day with a major gathering at Invitation Hall, Roop Nagar, Jammu, alongside a parallel programme at Kashmir Bhavan, Jayanagar, Bengaluru, organized in association with the Kashmiri Hindu Cultural Welfare Trust (KHCWT). Simultaneously, Panun Kashmir activists in the United States and Canada held coordinated virtual protests, lending a global dimension to the observance. The programmes focused on the continuing displacement of Kashmiri Hindus, recognition of their genocide, and the demand for a separate. homeland in Kashmir ... |
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| | Mata Kheer Bhawani Yatra-2026 flagged off amid record participation | | 
Jammu, June 20 (Scoop News)- Hundreds of pilgrims began their journey today to the shrine of Mata Ragnya Devi and other traditional destinations across Kashmir, as the Mata Kheer Bhawani Yatra-2026 was ceremonially flagged off.
As part of the ceremonial departure, 214 buses carrying approximately 8,500 pilgrims were flagged off towards pilgrimage destinations across Kashmir, marking the annual observance of Jyeshtha Ashtami.
MLA Nagrota Devyani Rana flagged off the Yatra from Toll Post Nagrota in the presence of DIG Jammu-Samba-Kathua Range Shridhar Patil, Relief and Rehabilitation Co... |
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| | CGPWA visits Vridh Ashram, interacts with inmates | | 
Jammu, June 20 (Scoop News)-A group of 40 members of the Central Government Pensioners’ Welfare Association, Jammu, ( CGPWA) visited the Home for the Aged & Infirm (Vridh Ashram), Ambphalla, Jammu and interacted with the inmates.
The group was headed by Kuldeep Khoda, President of the Association. Among those present were Dr Ashok Bhan, K B Jandial, O N Koul, J K Vaid, Prem Gupta, Vijay Sambyal, V K Padha, O.P. Sharma, K.L. Sharma, Nisar Ahmed.
Er. Pankaj Gupta, President of the Home, in his welcome address, highlighted the recent improvements made in the Institution to provide dig... |
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| | Deputy CM inspects new Legislative Assembly building project in Jammu | | |
Jammu, June 19 (Scoop News)-Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary today inspected the ongoing construction work of the new Legislative Assembly building in Jammu and reviewed the progress achieved on the prestigious project.
During the inspection, the Deputy Chief Minister assessed various components of the construction work and emphasized the importance of maintaining the highest standards of quality while ensuring adherence to the prescribed timelines.
He directed the concerned officers and executing agencies to expedite the pace of work so that the project is completed within the stipulated timeframe.
The Deputy Chief Minister underscored that the new Legislative Assembly b... |
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| | Yoga session organised at SDH Bhaderwah ahead of IDY 2026 | | | Bhaderwah, June 19 (Scoop News)- A yoga session was organised today at Sub-District Hospital Bhaderwah in collaboration with the AYUSH Department ahead of the International Day of Yoga 2026.
The session was led by Block Medical Officer Bhaderwah Dr Versha Sharma. Participants performed the Common Yoga Protocol, including Tadasana, Vrikshasana, Bhujangasana, Pranayama and Dhyana, under the guidance of Yoga Instructor Faizan-ul-Haq.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr Versha Sharma said, "Yoga is a powerful tool for physical, mental and spiritual well-being. Regular practice helps prevent lifestyle diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, obesity and stress. We must adopt yoga in our daily li... |
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| | Divisional Fund Office Jammu holds Nasha Mukt awareness session at NZATI | | |
Jammu,, June 19 (Scoop News)- Divisional Fund Office Jammu, in collaboration with the Directorate of Health Services Jammu and Northern Zonal Accountancy Training Institute (NZATI) Jammu, today organised a workplace awareness session on the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan at NZATI Jammu.
The session was conducted under the guidance of Director Finance/Principal NZATI Rajesh Talwar and Joint Director Divisional Fund Office Jammu Deepshikha Sharma and was attended by officers and officials of Funds Organisation Jammu and trainees of NZATI Jammu.
Expert lectures were delivered by State Epidemiologist Dr Rashmi Sharma, Medical Officer Epidemiology Office Directorate of Health Services Jammu... |
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| | DC reviews Solid Waste Management Rules-2026 implementation in Udhampur | | | Udhampur, June 19 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner Udhampur Minga Sherpa today chaired a review meeting to assess implementation of the Solid Waste Management Rules-2026 across urban and rural areas of the district.
The Deputy Commissioner directed the departments concerned to prepare a comprehensive list and ensure identification and registration of all waste-generating institutions, bulk waste generators and other establishments across the district. He directed waste segregation at source at all levels and called for intensified awareness and enforcement measures to strengthen compliance with the Rules, in adherence to the directions of the Supreme Court on source segregation.
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| | DC reviews TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan progress in Udhampur | | | Udhampur, June 19 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner Udhampur Minga Sherpa today chaired a review meeting with Health Department officers to assess progress under the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan and strategise measures to accelerate efforts towards a TB-free Udhampur.
Chief Medical Officer Udhampur Dr Anil Manhas and District Tuberculosis Officer Dr Anil Saloch presented the district's performance under the campaign, covering tuberculosis detection, treatment outcomes, screening coverage and other key indicators.
The DC reviewed the implementation of the Ni-Kshay Mitra Initiative under the Pradhan Mantri TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, which provides nutritional, social and community support to TB... |
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| | Education cornerstone of social, economic development of society: Sakeena Itoo | | |
Jammu, June 19 (Scoop News)-Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo distributed regularisation orders among 261 Contingency Paid Workers (CPWs) of education department and also virtually laid foundation stone of various educational infrastructure projects across multiple schools of Jammu division at Abhinav Theatre here today.
Project Director Samagra Shiksha, Bhawani Rakhwal; Director School Education Jammu, Dr. Naseem Javid Choudhary; Joint Director SCERT, senior officers of school education department, CEO Jammu, Principals, Lecturers, educationists and officers of district administration were also present on the occasion.
Addressing the... |
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| | Dogri Cinema is a powerful bridge to promote Duggar’s rich heritage: Sat Sharma | | Dogri film “Shah Shahni” artists felicitated by BJP | |
Jammu, June 19 (Scoop News)- BJP J&K President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma felicitated the artists associated with the recently released Dogri movie “Shah Shahni” during a function held at the BJP Headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu.
The artists honoured on the occasion included Janak Khajuria, Madan Rangila, Kusum Ticku, J.R. Sagar, Jagdish Singh Babli, Vageesh Sharma, Rajesh Raina, Amanjit, and Preeti for their outstanding performances in the film.
The programme was attended by BJP General Secretary Baldev Singh Billawaria, All Cells Incharge Ved Raj Sharma, Convenor Sanskritik Art and Culture Cell Narinder Singh Jij, Co-Convenors Sahil Mahajan, Raman Slathia and Vinod Bhalla, Ex... |
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| | BJP Frustrated and Confused Over Omar-Led Government's Performance/ achievements : Rattan Lal | | Says; utterances of LOP are weaken the democratic and Federal Structure of the Country | |
Jammu June 19 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Provincial President Jammu Mr Rattan Lal Gupta said that the BJP leadership in Jammu and Kashmir is frustrated and confused because the Omar Abdullah-led Government has started fulfilling the commitments made to the people in its election manifesto despite functioning under the limitations of a Union Territory. The Government has been in office since October 2024 and has already taken several significant initiatives aimed at employment generation, social welfare, infrastructure development, education, health, tourism, and rural development.
Interacting with delegation of Sarpanches and Panches of Bhalwal Block he... |
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