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| Committed to overall development of J&K: Deputy Chief Minister | | |
Jammu, November 19 (Scoop News)- Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary today said that the Government is committed to overall and inclusive development of Jammu and Kashmir.
The Deputy CM stated this while meeting a wide range of public delegations from various districts at Civil Secretariat here today.
The Deputy Chief Minister said that the government has undertaken significant developmental initiatives in every district of J&K with a focused approach towards infrastructure growth, socio-economic upliftment, and improved public service delivery.
The delegations that called on Deputy Chief Minister included job aspirants, students, members of various business associations, a... |
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| | Kathua Campus, University of Jammu organizes Expert Talk on Positive Mental Health | | |
Jammu, November 19 (Scoop News)-Department of Computer Science & IT, Kathua Campus, University of Jammu organized an expert talk on “Positive Mental Health” to promote psychological well-being among students and faculty. Dr. Rajesh Kumar Chandel, Associate Professor, Department of Psychiatry, Government Medical College (GMC) Kathua was the resource person for the session.
Dr. Chandel explained that mental health is more than the absence of illness, stressing that even individuals with mental health conditions can lead meaningful and fulfilling lives. He discussed key components of positive mental health such as positive emotions, self-esteem, sense of control, resilience, and the ab... |
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| | Jammu College of Physiotherapy Hosts AI Workshop to Enhance Digital Literacy | | |
Jammu, November 19 (Scoop News)-A comprehensive workshop on Artificial Intelligence (AI) was conducted at Jammu College of Physiotherapy, jointly organized by Jammu College of Physiotherapy and Trikuta Degree College in collaboration with Yashoda AI Squad. The event was part of the National Artificial Intelligence Literacy Campaign, an initiative launched by the National Commission for Women in association with Future Shift Labs.
The workshop focused on equipping students with essential knowledge of AI, its practical applications, and its growing role in their respective fields of study. Special emphasis was placed on the significance of AI in the medical fraternity and various other... |
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| | Terrorism will fail when nation stands united: Dr. Pardeep | | lauds security forces, urge citizen vigilance | |
Jammu, November 19 (Scoop News)- All sections of society, especially youth must rise as one nation against terrorism. At this critical juncture, patriotism is not just an emotion, it is the foremost duty of every Indian, stated Dr. Pardeep Mahotra, J&K BJP Media Incharge.
J&K BJP Media Incharge Dr. Pardeep Mahotra, BJP Kissan Morcha President Rakesh Pant, Mandal President Adarsh Jathiar, SC Morcha senior leader Vijay Anand Gill, Anupam Gupta, and others raised univocal call that every community group must reject and counter anti-national propaganda with full strength, during a meeting held at party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu.
Dr. Pardeep Mahotra said that the horrific terr... |
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| | Ashok Koul chairs organizational meeting in Doda, calls for intensified grassroots outreach | | 
Doda, November 19 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul chaired an organizational meeting of the Doda district unit led by its President Babu Ram Sharma at the Party Office, Doda.
District Prabhari Pawan Sharma, and MLA Shakti Raj Parihar, also addressed the meeting, which was attended by senior leaders of the district.
Addressing the meeting, Ashok Koul laid strong emphasis on strengthening the organization through continuous ground activity and direct public engagement. He said that the BJP’s real power is its disciplined cadre and their unwavering dedic... |
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| | Chairman DDC Kathua reviews progress under District Capex Budget 2025-26 | | | Kathua, November 18 (Scoop News)- Chairman District Development Council Col. (Retd), Mahan Singh today chaired a meeting of the Council to assess the physical and financial progress of works being executed under the District Capex Budget 2025-26.
The meeting was attended by DDC Vice Chairman, Raghunadan Singh; DDC members from Nagri, Billawar, Bani, Keerian Gandyal, Marheen, Gujjroo Nagrota, Dinga Amb and Barnoti, besides ADDC Surinder Mohan Sharma and district and sectoral officers.
At the outset, Chief Planning Officer Ranjit Thakur briefed the Council about the status of 1810 works approved under PRI, BDC, DDC, ABDP and APDP grants. The meeting was informed that out of 1810 works,... |
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| | ASSOCHAM Delegation Meets Director Industries & Commerce | | Suggests measures to improve business in Jammu | |
Jammu, November 18 (Scoop News)-A delegation of The Associated Chambers of Commerce & Industry of India (ASSOCHAM), J&K Chapter, today called on Dr. Arun Manhas, Director Industries & Commerce, Jammu, to Suggests measures to improve business in Jammu region.
The delegation was led by Manik Batra, Chairman, ASSOCHAM J&K Council, and Bhupesh Gupta, Co-Chairman. Bhisham Batra, Kshitij Agarwal and Amit Khajuria were also part of the meeting.
During the interaction, the ASSOCHAM delegation apprised Dr. Manhas regarding slow down in commercial activities in Jammu due to factors such as the region’s landlocked geography and limited growth opportunities. The delegation stressed the need for... |
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| | Gupta Urges workers to remain steadfast; Renews Call for J&K Statehood | | |
Jammu, November 18 (Scoop News)- Provincial President Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta, today urged party workers not to feel disheartened by the recent Nagrota bye-election setback, emphasizing that temporary electoral losses must not weaken their commitment or morale.
While interacting with the workers from Nagrota Constituency Rattan Lal Gupta encouraged the cadre to remain steadfast in their efforts and continue engaging with people at every level.
Gupta praised the “good work” being carrying out under the Omar Abdullah–led government, reminding workers that their responsibility is to convey the government’s initiatives, achievements, and public-oriented policies to the masse... |
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| | BJP will not allow divisive forces to derail peace and development: Sat Sharma | | Sat Sharma, Ashok Koul calls for aggressive outreach in day-long organizational meetings | |
Jammu, November 18 (Scoop News)-Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Jammu & Kashmir President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma (CA) and BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul held day-long organizational meetings of Jammu, Jammu South, Jammu North, Jammu Border, and Akhnoor Districts at the party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu.
The meetings were attended by J&K BJP General Secretary Sanjita Dogra, District Presidents Nand Kishore, Adv. Rajesh Gupta, Naresh Singh Jasrotia, Kuldeep Raj Sharma, and Rinku Choudhary, MLAs Sham Lal Sharma, Yudhvir Sethi, Ch. Vikram Randhawa, Arvind Gupta, Surinder Bhagat, Mohan Lal Bhagat, and Devyani Rana, Secretaries Reema Padha and Arun Sharma, besides... |
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| | CM Omar Abdullah mourns death of Indian pilgrims in Saudi bus tragedy | | |
Jammu, November 17 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has expressed profound sorrow over the tragic accident involving a bus carrying Indian Umrah pilgrims in Medina, Saudi Arabia, early this morning.
He extended his heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved families and prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured in the mishap.
According to initial reports, the accident occurred when a bus carrying 46 pilgrims collided with a tanker while travelling from Mecca to Medina. The reports indicate that the collision resulted in the death of 45 Indian pilgrims.
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| | Audit Week 2025 commences at Office of Principal Accountant General | | |
Jammu, November 17 (Scoop News)-Deputy Accountant General, P. K Rathi today virtually inaugurated the Audit Week 2025 at Office of the Principal Accountant General, Jammu & Kashmir, Jammu in presence of Deputy Accountant General (Audit) Jammu & Kashmir Jagbir Singh.
In his inaugural address, Deputy Accountant General emphasized on the critical importance of audit as a pillar of democratic governance and financial integrity. He highlighted the increasing need for advanced audit methodologies, data-driven insights, and continuous capacity building to meet the evolving challenges of public financial management.
The program commenced with Yoga day and Blood Donation Camp by the staff wi... |
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| | Farmers’ interstate exposure visit to Palampur Agri University concludes successfully | | | Jammu, November 17 (Scoop News)-The Department of Animal Husbandry Jammu, under the leadership of Director, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, successfully concluded a four-day Inter-state farmers’ exposure visit to CSK HP Krishi Vishvavidyalaya, Palampur (Himachal Pradesh). The visit was organized by the Publicity Wing of the department under the centrally sponsored, ATMA (Agricultural Technology Management Agency) scheme to enhance the skills and knowledge of our farmers about modern dairy and poultry farming.
A group of 25 progressive farmers from different districts of Jammu division participated in the exposure tour during which they visited university’s advanced dairy units, integrated farming mode... |
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| | Commandant SDRF 2nd Battalion inaugurates one week Aapda Sakhi training course at CTI | | |
Jammu, November 17 (Scoop News)- A one-week Training Programme on “Capacity Building and Training of Women as Aapda Sakhi for Disaster Management” was inaugurated today by Commandant, SDRF 2nd Battalion Jammu Zahid Naseem Manhas here at the Central Training Institute (CTI) HG/CD Kot Bhalwal.
He was accompanied by Snober Jameel, Deputy Secretary to the Government, Department of DMRRR, J&K (Nodal Officer) & Principal CTI HG/CD Jammu, Dy.SP (Trainings), I/C Trainings, SDRF 2nd Bn Jammu.
In his inaugural address, the Commandant highlighted the aims and objectives of the Aapda Sakhi Programme, a specialised initiative of Government of India to train women volunteers as community first ... |
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| | Director Agriculture Jammu inaugurates 5-Day Internship Programme for School Students | | |
Jammu, November 17 (Scoop News)-Director Agriculture Jammu, Shri Anil Gupta, today inaugurated a five-day Internship Programme for the students of GBHSS RS Pura, GHSS Sai and GHSS Chakroi of RS Pura Zone in the presence of Joint Director Agriculture (Extension) Shri Sanjay Anand, Deputy Director (Trainings) Smt. Karuna Nidhi, Academic Mentor from Bharti Airtel Foundation, Ms. Arvi Khan, senior officers and staff of the Agriculture Department. A total of twenty four students, eight from each school, along with ten teachers, are participating in this academic initiative aimed at providing practical exposure to departmental functioning, technical laboratories and applied agricultural pract... |
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| | Sunil Sharma Visits Ujala Cygnus Hospital to Inquire About Well-Being of Injured in Nowgam Blast | | 
Jammu, November 17 (Scoop News)-Leader of Opposition, Sunil Sharma, today visited Ujala Cygnus Hospital, Srinagar, to personally inquire about the well-being of those injured in the accidental blast that occurred at the Nowgam Police Station. The incident left several individuals wounded, and the LoP’s visit aimed to reassure them of full support during this difficult time.
Upon reaching the hospital, Sharma met the injured persons, interacted with their attendants, and sought detailed briefings from the medical team regarding the nature of injuries and the ongoing treatment. He app... |
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| | Bhalla demands restoration of statehood, vows to intensify struggle | | Congress holds ‘Ghar Ghar Dastak, Har Ghar Dastak’ rally in Gadigarh | 
Jammu, November 17 (Scoop News)-As part of the Congress Party’s ongoing ‘Ghar Ghar Dastak, Har Ghar Dastak’ outreach programme, Working President of the Jammu & Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) and former minister Raman Bhalla on (day) addressed a large public rally at Ajeet Nagar, Gadigarh in the Jammu South–R.S. Pura constituency, mobilizing people in support of the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir.
The rally witnessed enthusiastic participation from local residents, party workers, youth groups and panchayat representatives, who gathered to express their growing ... |
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| | Striped Hyenas arriving in Jambu Zoo | | 
Jammu, November 17 (Scoop News)-The striped hyenas, three in number, will be the new addition in Jambu Zoo. These bone-crushing animals are being brought from Nahargarh Biological Park, Jaipur in exchange of two Himalayan Black Bears as per the Animal Collection Plan of the Jambu Zoo approved by the Central Zoo Authority.
The hyena will reach Jammu on November 18 and will be open for the public from November 20, 2025. The free ranging Striped Hyena is the only native hyena species in India, found in fragmented populations across dry and semi-arid regions, including states like Rajastha... |
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