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| JK CM visits flood-affected Rajouri, reviews damage; meets affected families | | 
Rajouri,August 06 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today undertook an extensive tour of flood-affected areas in Rajouri district to assess the damage caused by the recent devastating flash floods.
Reaffirming his Government’s commitment to the affected people, he assured them that every possible assistance would be extended to ensure timely relief, rehabilitation of families and restoration of infrastructure.
During the visit, the Chief Minister called on the family of Abdul Ghani, a Jal Shakti (PHE) daily-wage worker who lost his life after being swept away by flash floods whi... |
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| | Chief Minister Omar Abdullah assures enhanced relief | | rehabilitation during Rajouri post-flood review | 
Rajouri, August 06 (KIP)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today reviewed relief, restoration and rehabilitation measures following the recent flash floods in Rajouri and directed the district administration and concerned departments to expedite restoration works, strengthen rehabilitation efforts and undertake long-term mitigation measures to safeguard vulnerable areas.
Chairing a high-level review meeting, the Chief Minister observed that natural disasters, particularly cloudbursts and flash floods, have become increasingly frequent in Jammu and Kashmir in recent years. He noted that while ... |
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| | CM Omar Abdullah visits flood-affected areas of Poonch | | assures complete rehabilitation |  Poonch,August 05 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today visited the flood-affected areas of Poonch district to assess the devastation caused by the recent flash floods and cloudbursts, meet the affected families and review the relief and rehabilitation measures undertaken by the district administration.
During the visit, the Chief Minister met bereaved families in Murrah, Surankote and Arigam-Loran, expressed his heartfelt condolences and assured them of the Government’s unwavering support in overcoming the tragedy.
At Murrah, the Chief Minister visited the residence of Mohamma... |
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| | CS reviews J&K's Anti-Narcotics strategy at 18th UT-Level NCORD Meeting | | Calls for intensified enforcement and robust rehabilitation framework to realise the vision of drug-free J&K | 
Srinagar, August 05 (Scoop News)- Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired the 18th Union Territory-level meeting of the Narcotics Coordination (NCORD) Committee and undertook a comprehensive review of the strategy to combat drug trafficking and substance abuse through stringent enforcement of the NDPS Act, effective prosecution of offenders, disruption of organised narcotics networks, regulation of pharmaceutical drugs and expansion of treatment and rehabilitation facilities across the Union Territory.
The meeting was attended by the Director General of Police, Director General, Pr... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor Handed Over Appointment Letters to NoKs of Terror Victims | | 
Srinagar, August 05 (Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today handed over appointment letters to 37 Next of Kins (NoKs) of civilians who were brutally killed by terrorists. He said it is a profound honour to stand with the families of terror victims on this historic day and it is not merely about appointment letters but it is about remembrance of martyrs, justice to terror victim families, and the reaffirmation of our national will.
“My heartfelt tribute to the innocent civilians martyred by terrorists and I salute the families who, after decades of anguish and wait,... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor Interacts with Indian Corporate Law Service Officer Trainees | | 
Srinagar, August 04 (Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha interacted with the Officer Trainees of the Indian Corporate Law Service (ICLS) today at Lok Bhavan. The Lieutenant Governor in his address to the officer trainees, highlighted the pivotal role of the service in strengthening India’s corporate governance and economic credibility.
“In an era of globalisation, where economies are deeply interconnected through capital, technology, innovation, and trade, India has emerged as one of the fastest-growing economies. However, true economic strength is not measured merely... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor Addresses Officer Trainees of Indian Railways Institute of Transport Management | | 
Srinagar, August 04 (Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today addressed and congratulated the officer trainees of the Indian Railways Institute of Transport Management, Lucknow, who are on the field visit to Jammu Kashmir. The Lieutenant Governor highlighted their important role in shaping the future of the Indian Railway Management Service (IRMS) and expressed immense pleasure in interacting with the 69 officer trainees selected through the Civil Services Examination in 2022, 2023, and 2024 batch.
“You are the torchbearers of New India’s pace, capability, and resolv... |
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| | CM Omar Abdullah reviews implementation of Budget announcements 2026-27 | | stresses timely delivery, tangible outcomes | 
Srinagar, August 04 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired a review meeting at the Civil Secretariat to assess the progress on the implementation of key Budget Announcements for 2026–27 across several major departments.
Emphasising timely execution and effective delivery, he directed departments to expedite implementation, strengthen coordination and ensure that Budget commitments translate into tangible benefits for the people.
The meeting was attended by Minister for Health & Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakina Itoo; Minister for Food, Civil Supp... |
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| | CM Omar Abdullah tees off PGTI Golf Tournament at RSGC, unveils trophy | | pledges to make J&K a premier golf tourism destination |  Srinagar,August 04 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated the 5th edition of J&K Open 2026 DP World Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) by teeing off the prestigious four-day tournament and unveiling the championship trophy at the picturesque Royal Springs Golf Course (RSGC), Srinagar. The event marks the return of a major professional golf tournament to Kashmir after a significant gap and underscores the Government’s renewed focus on positioning Jammu & Kashmir as a premier destination for golf tourism.
After ceremonially teeing off the tournament, the Chief Minist... |
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| | Jammu Kashmir Achieves Full Literacy Milestone under GoI’s ULLAS Scheme | | 
Srinagar\Jammu,August 04 (Scoop News)-Jammu Kashmir proudly joins the league of Fully Literate nine States/ UTs under Government of India's ULLAS (Understanding Lifelong Learning for All in Society) scheme.
The Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha has extended his heartiest congratulations to the teachers, administrators and every stakeholder for the historic milestone.
In a post of X, the Lieutenant Governor wrote:
"UT of Jammu Kashmir proudly joins the league of Fully Literate States/UTs under the ULLAS scheme of Government of India. With 99.09% success, it stands... |
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| | Article 370 abrogation ensured equality, justice and one constitution in J&K: Purnima Sharma | | Rajni Sethi calls August 5 a historic turning point for women, weaker sections | 
Jammu,August 04 (Scoop News)-BJP Spokesperson and former Deputy Mayor of Jammu, Advocate Purnima Sharma, hailed the abrogation of Article 370 as a historic step that ensured constitutional equality, social justice and complete integration of Jammu and Kashmir with the rest of India.
Addressing a press conference flanked by BJP spokesperson Rajni Sethi at party headquarters, Purnima credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah for demonstrating decisive leadership and political courage in taking the landmark decision on August 5, 2019.
“Prime Minister Modi fu... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor Attends IUST's Conference | | Calls for Nature-Based Solutions for Building Climate Resilience in the Himalayas | 
Srinagar, August 03 (Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today attended Islamic University of Science & Technology (IUST) conference on Strengthening Climate Resilience and Livelihoods in the Himalayan Region through Nature-based Solutions. He also inaugurated Civil and Mechanical Engineering Block at the main campus, IUST’s Larmoo Campus and the Law School. The Lieutenant Governor congratulated the IUST for their initiatives and lauded the University's policy brief on the Drug-Free Jammu Kashmir campaign.
The Lieutenant Governor highlighted the alarming pace of climate... |
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