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| JKAACL, CUJ organise Vibrant Punjabi–Dogri Cultural & Music Programme | | |
Jammu, April 10 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL), in collaboration with Central University of Jammu (CUJ), organised a Punjabi–Dogri Cultural-cum-Music Programme today in the Brigadier Rajinder Singh, MVC Auditorium of the Varsity.
The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from eminent local artists and cultural troupes from district Samba, presenting a rich tapestry of Punjabi and Dogri folk traditions. The audience was enthralled by vibrant performances, including soulful folk songs and the energetic Punjabi Gidda.
Renowned local groups-Rattan Lal and Party, Sudesh Kumari and Party and Bodh Raj and Party created a captivati... |
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| | Govt committed to equitable development of Jammu, Srinagar cities: Deputy Chief Minister | | | Jammu,April 10 (Scoop News)-Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today reiterated the Government’s firm commitment towards ensuring balanced and equitable development of both Jammu and Srinagar cities.
The Deputy Chief Minister made these remarks while interacting with various public and individual delegations at the Civil Secretariat, Jammu.
A delegation led by former MLC, Rattan Lal Gupta, along with Tejinder Pal Singh (Aman) called on the Deputy Chief Minister and highlighted several issues and demands pertaining to the development of Jammu city.
Giving a patient hearing to the delegation, the Deputy Chief Minister assured that the Government is focused on holistic and rob... |
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| | DC Kathua reviews arrangements for JKSSB Junior Assistant Examination | | | Kathua, April 10 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma today reviewed the arrangements for the smooth conduct of the upcoming JKSSB examination at a meeting held in the DC Office Complex, here.
The JKSSB written examination for the post of Junior Assistant is scheduled to be held on April 19, 2026.
The Deputy Commissioner held a detailed discussion with concerned officers regarding the arrangements being put in place to ensure the seamless conduct of the examination. It was informed that 10 examination centres have been established across the district for the purpose.
The meeting reviewed key aspects including drinking water facilities, power supply, seating arrange... |
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| | 3-day Divisional-level awareness programme concludes in Udhampur | | DC flags off Padyatra under Nasha Mukt Udhampur Abhiyan | | Udhampur, April 10 (Scoop News)-The three-day Divisional-level awareness Programme concluded today with the District Administration Udhampur, in collaboration with School Education Department, organizing a padyatra to promote Nasha Mukt Udhampur Abhiyan, with the message 'Say No to Drugs, Yes to Life.’
The padyatra was flagged off from Domail Chowk by Deputy Commissioner Minga Sherpa in presence of Additional Deputy Commissioner Prem Singh; Joint Director School Education Udhampur–Reasi Dr. Jagdish Chander Mehra and Chief Education Officer Subash Gupta.
Briefing the media, the Deputy Commissioner informed that a series of activities were conducted across the district during the three-... |
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| | Railways launch ‘RailOne’ awareness drive across Jammu Division | | 21-day campaign promotes digital ticketing and passenger-friendly services at stations and educational institutions | 
Jammu, April 10 (Scoop News)-The Jammu Division is continuously striving to provide its passengers with enhanced convenience, transparency, and incentives through digital mediums. In line with this effort—and under the guidance of the Senior Divisional Commercial Manager, Jammu, Shri Uchit Singhal—a significant and beneficial facility is being extended to passengers who purchase tickets through the railway-operated 'RailOne' app.
As part of this initiative—aimed at translating the Railway's 'Digital India' vision into reality and integrating it with passenger amenities—a 21-day awareness... |
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| | Day 2 of Divisional Awareness Drive witnesses widespread civic engagement across Jammu Division | | |
Jammu, April 09 (Scoop News)-The second day of the ongoing three-day Divisional Level Awareness Programme unfolded across the length and breadth of Jammu division with a remarkable confluence of creativity, participation and civic consciousness, as schools transformed into vibrant arenas of dialogue and expression.
A diverse array of activities, including poster making, slogan writing, essay writing, awareness sessions and thematic lecture etc were organised in institutions across districts, each serving as a microcosm of the larger societal resolve against pressing concerns such as drug abuse, mental health stigma, environmental neglect and road safety.
Students, in particular, eme... |
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| | J&K BJP pays rich tributes to its former President Daya Krishan Kotwal | | |
Jammu, April 09 (Scoop News)-Bharatiya Janata Party, Jammu & Kashmir, paid rich tributes to former J&K BJP President and former MLC Daya Krishna Kotwal on his death anniversary at the party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu.
On the occasion, J&K BJP President and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) Sat Sharma, along with General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, offered floral tributes and remembered the immense contribution of the veteran leader towards strengthening the party in Jammu & Kashmir.
J&K BJP General Secretaries Sanjita Dogra and Gopal Mahajan, along with other party leaders and workers, also paid their tributes.
Sat Sharma, while paying floral tributes, said that... |
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| | CS reviews position of Fuel, LPG stocks across districts | | Orders strict monitoring and action against violators |  Jammu, April 09 (Scoop News)- April 9, 2026: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today chaired a high-level meeting with the concerned Administrative Secretaries, Divisional Commissioners and District Administrations to review the availability and distribution of essential commodities across the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir in light of the evolving geopolitical situation in West Asia, with the aim of ensuring adequate buffering against any potential supply chain disruptions.
Comprehensive data presented during the meeting indicated that the UT currently maintains stable stocks of Motor Spi... |
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| | Northern Railway runs special Katra–Banihal Train, boosts connectivity | | Over 1,000 passengers travel amid highway disruptions | |
Jammu, April 09 (Scoop News)-The Jammu Division of Northern Railway achieved another milestone today by successfully operating a special train—Train No. 04689/04690 (Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra to Banihal)—between Katra and Banihal. Through this special train service, more than 1,000 passengers completed their journeys, thereby significantly strengthening rail connectivity in the region.
This special service was introduced with the specific objective of providing improved connectivity for passengers traveling from Kashmir to Katra, particularly in light of road traffic disruptions caused by heavy rainfall.Departing from Katra, the train carried a large number of tourists alongside loc... |
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| | Rattan Lal Highlights Omar Govt’s Development Push | | Focus on Tourism and POK Migrant Welfare Developments | |
Jammu, April 09 (Scoop News)-In a strong push to position Jammu as a vibrant destination on the national tourism map, Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Provincial President Rattan Lal Gupta today highlighted the proactive efforts of the Chief Minister Omar Abdullah led government to upgrade and expand critical facilities across the region.
Addressing a meeting of Block No. 3, Jammu South, Gupta underscored the government’s commitment to transforming Jammu into a hub of cultural and tourism significance. The meeting was convened by Block President Gandhi Nagar Sardar Parvinder Singh and presided over by District President Jammu Urban, Chander Mohan Sharma.
On the occas... |
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| | J&K’s Growth Hinges on Social Harmony: Deputy CM Surinder Choudhary | | Omar led govt working with ‘Last Person First’ Governance Agenda* : Rattan Lal | | Jammu, April 08 (Scoop News)- Senior leader of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference and Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister of Jammu & Kashmir, Surinder Choudhary, today reiterated that the government led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah is committed to ensuring that the benefits of good governance reach the last person in the remotest corners of Jammu & Kashmir.
He was addressing a Samagam organized to commemorate the Prakash Utsav of Shri Guru Nabha Das Ji Maharaj. The event was organized by the All J&K Mahasha Sadar Sabha at Dogra Hall, Jammu, under the aegis of the Goswami Guru Nabha Dass Ji Maharaj Trust.
Surinder Choudhary attended the event as the Chief Guest, while Pro... |
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| | Div Com reviews stocks, supply position of essential commodities in Jammu region | | |
Jammu, April 08 (Scoop News)-Divisional Commissioner Jammu Ramesh Kumar today reviewed the supply and stock position of essential commodities across the districts of Jammu Province.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioners and SSPs of all Districts of Jammu division, Controller Legal Metrology-J&K, Director Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Director Health Services, Joint Director Information Jammu, HODs, Senior officers and representatives from School Education, Industries & Commerce, SMVDU, Tribal Affairs, Cluster University, Jammu University, SKUAST Jammu, Agriculture, IOCL, HPCL, LPG BPCL and premier educational and medical institutions.
The Divisional Commissio... |
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| | J&K first to secure MeitY nod for establishing Centre of Excellence in AI | | IT Parks for Jammu & Srinagar also in offing |  Jammu, April 08 (Scoop News)-In a significant stride towards strengthening the digital and innovation ecosystem of the Union Territory, Jammu & Kashmir has secured formal approval from the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) for the establishment of a state-of-the-art Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Artificial Intelligence (AI) at Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Jammu.
Terming the development as a landmark achievement, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo stated that with the visionary support of MeitY, Jammu & Kashmir is poised to emerge as a vibrant hub for artificial i... |
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| | CS sets the ball rolling for identification of AAY beneficiaries for 200 units free electricity | | 
Jammu, April 08 (Scoop News)-The Government of Jammu & Kashmir has initiated the process for identification of eligible beneficiaries under the Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) category across all districts for providing 200 units of free electricity, in line with its commitment to extend targeted relief to economically weaker sections.
The progress of this initiative was reviewed in a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, focusing on accelerating reforms in the power sector with a balanced emphasis on social welfare, sustainability, and efficiency. The meeting also ass... |
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| | Jasrotia urges Monsoon readiness to prevent loss of life and property | | Calls for robust contingency planning, identification of vulnerable zones and real-time public alert systems | 
Jasrota,April 08 (Scoop News)-BJP MLA from Jasrota, Rajiv Jasrotia, on Tuesday urged the J&K Government and all concerned departments to immediately gear up for the forthcoming monsoon season, stressing the need to take decisive and proactive measures to avoid recurrence of disasters that have, year after year, caused loss of life, property, and widespread disruption across the Union Territory.
Speaking on the occasion, Jasrotia highlighted the persistent vulnerabilities that J&K faces during heavy rains, including landslides, flash floods, road blockages, waterlogging in urban and semi-... |
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| | JKAACL pays rich tributes to eminent Punjabi & Urdu Writer S. Saran Singh | | 
Jammu, April 07 (Scoop News)-The Jammu & Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL) today held a meeting at K.L Saigal hall to pay rich tributes to noted Punjabi and Urdu writer S. Saran Singh (Retd Chief Conservator of Forests and former Member, Public Service Commission), who passed away in Delhi at the age of 89 years.
Born in Baatpora-Baramulla, S. Saran Singh was a distinguished literary figure who made remarkable contributions to both Punjabi and Urdu literature. His writings were marked by deep human sensitivity, social consciousness and a rich cultural ethos.
In Pu... |
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| | Amid ‘One Student-One Tree’ call, Sakeena Itoo launches mega plantation drive from Jammu | | | Jammu, April 06 (Scoop News)-In a significant initiative aimed at promoting environmental sustainability, Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo today launched a mega plantation drive across Jammu and Kashmir from SRML Higher Secondary School (HSS) here to instil the sprit of environmental protection and green development among students.
MLAs Qaysar Jamshaid Lone; Justice (Retd) Hasnain Masoodi and Showkat Hussain Ganie; MD ICDS, Sajad Hussain Ganai; Director School Education Jammu; Naseem Javid Choudhary; Director Social Welfare Jammu, Ranjeet Singh; Director Health Jammu, Principal SRML HSS Jammu, CEO Jammu, Principals and Headmasters of othe... |
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| | Several public representatives, delegations call on CM Omar Abdullah in Jammu | | |
Jammu, April 06 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today held a series of meetings with public representatives, former legislators, officials and various delegations in Jammu.
MLA Jasrota, Rajiv Jasrotia, called on the Chief Minister and apprised him of several issues pertaining to his constituency, seeking timely intervention for their redressal.
A delegation led by former Minister and President, Jaat Sabha J&K, Manjeet Singh, along with former Ministers, a former Member of Parliament and other representatives, also met the Chief Minister and discussed a range of public issues.
Former State Election Commissioner, B. R. Sharma, called on the Chief Minister and exchanged vi... |
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