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| JK Chief Secretary directs for completion of all JTFRP works by August 2026 | | 
Jammu, November 11 (Scoop News)- Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today chaired a high-level meeting to review the status of remaining projects under the Jhelum Tawi Flood Recovery Project (JTFRP), emphasizing strict adherence to the extended completion deadline of August 2026.
The meeting was attended by Additional Chief Secretary, Planning, Dr. Ashish Chandra Verma; Additional Chief Secretary, Public Works Department; Principal Secretary, Home; Secretary, Health & Medical Education; Managing Director, JKMSCL; Chief Executive Officer, J&K ERA, Shreya Singhal; and other senior officers.
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| | Satish Sharma launches J&K Pickleball team Jersey ahead of IPA Pickleball Nationals 2025 | | 
Srinagar, November 11 (Scoop News)- In a significant boost to rapidly growing sport of Pickleball in Jammu & Kashmir, the official jersey of the Jammu & Kashmir Pickleball Team was today launched by Minister for Youth Services & Sports, Transport, Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Science & Technology, Information Technology, and ARI & Trainings, Satish Sharma ahead of IPA Pickleball Nationals 2025 to be held in Bengaluru.
Speaking on the occasion, Minister Sharma extended his best wishes to the players representing the Union Territory at the upcoming national event and expresse... |
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| | CS reviews progress of financial inclusion &welfare schemes across J&K | | 
Jammu, November 11 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting of the Finance Department to assess the progress made in promoting financial inclusion and extending coverage of key welfare and social security schemes across J&K.
The meeting was attended by Principal Secretary, Finance, Santosh D. Vaidya; MD, J&K Bank; Secretary, IT; Secretary, School Education; DG, Budget; DG, Economics & Statistics; MD, Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (BOCWWB); representatives of other banks besides other senior officers.
During the mee... |
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| | Polling concluded successfully in 27–Budgam and 77–Nagrota Assembly Constituencies | | 
Jammu/Srinagar, November 11 (Scoop News)- Polling concluded successfully in 27–Budgam and 77–Nagrota Assembly Constituencies in the UT of Jammu and Kashmir. The vacancies in respect of 27–Budgam and 77–Nagrota Assembly Constituencies in the Legislative Assembly of Jammu and Kashmir were caused due to the resign of Sh. Omar Abdullah, being elected from two Assembly Constituencies, and the death of Sh. Davinder Singh Rana, respectively.
Election Commission of India announced the bye–elections to these two Assembly Constituencies alongwith General Elections to the Legislative Assembly of Bi... |
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| | Bye-elections to 27-AC Budgam | | DEO Inspects various Polling Stations across 27-AC Budgam |  Budgam, November 11 (Scoop News)-District Election Officer (DEO) Budgam, Dr. Bilal Mohi-ud-Din Bhat, today visited several polling stations across 27–Assembly Constituency Budgam to take firsthand assessment of the polling process during the ongoing Bye-Elections.
During the visit, the DEO inspected polling stations at Sheikhpora, Ompora, Main Budgam Town and various other locations to review the arrangements, voter turnout, and overall conduct of polling.
The DEO expressed satisfaction over the smooth and peaceful polling process and appreciated the efforts of polling personnel, securi... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor chairs a high-level security review meeting in Srinagar | | 
Srinagar, November 11 (Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha chaired a high-level review meeting on security scenario in Jammu Kashmir in Raj Bhawan, Srinagar today.
He has directed all concerned officials to maintain constant vigil and security and emphasised on seamless coordination amongst the J&K Police, Intelligence and security agencies.
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| | Lieutenant Governor Graces the Annual Convocation of IIT Bhilai | | 
Jammu,/Srinagar, November 10 (Scoop News)- Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha graced and addressed the annual convocation of Indian Institute of Technology, Bhilai, Chhattisgarh today.
Speaking on the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor said that young engineers and scientists must focus on providing new solutions to take the industries and the nation forward, convert scientific and technical principles into real tools and ensure India leads in innovation.
"Our prime objective is improving the lives of people and drive economic growth through cutting-edge innovation," the Lieutenan... |
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| | Chief Secretary reviews implementation of Homestay Policy | | Calls for greater digital presence and streamlined promotion | 
Jammu, November 10 (Scoop News)- Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a high-level meeting to review and strengthen the implementation of the Homestay Policy of the Tourism Department, aimed at promoting community-based tourism and enhancing the accommodation capacity across Jammu and Kashmir.
The meeting was attended by Additional Chief Secretary, Tourism, Dr. Ashish Chandra Verma; Principal Secretary, Finance, Santosh D. Vaidya; representatives from J&K Bank; and other senior officers of the Tourism Department.
During the deliberations, the Chief Secretary underscored the imp... |
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| | CM Omar Abdullah inaugurates 20th Foundation Day of IUST, Awantipora | | Says strengthening higher education, research & skilling as key to building a knowledge-driven J&K |  Awantipora, November 10 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated the 20th Foundation Day celebrations of the Islamic University of Science & Technology (IUST), Awantipora, reiterating his Government’s commitment to strengthen the higher education, skilling, and research ecosystem across Jammu and Kashmir to enable youth to lead the region towards a progressive and knowledge-driven future.
Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister extended warm felicitations to the University for achieving the milestone, praising IUST’s remarkable progress over two decades. “Great thi... |
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| | CS visits Tawi Barrage and River front to assess its pace of completion | | 
Jammu, November 10 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today visited the Tawi Barrage project site to assess the progress of the ongoing works on the Tawi Barrage and the Riverfront development project. The visit was part of a comprehensive assessment of major infrastructure projects under implementation along the Tawi River.
Accompanying the Chief Secretary during the visit were Additional Chief Secretary Shaleen Kabra, Divisional Commissioner Jammu Ramesh Kumar, Commissioner Jammu Municipal Corporation and CEO Jammu Smart City Limited Dr Devansh Yadav, and Deputy Commissioner J... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor Addresses 16th Convocation of National Institute of Technology, Raipur | | India will power the world's next innovation wave: LG Sinha | 
Jammu, November 09 (Scoop News)-"India will power the world's next innovation wave," the Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha said today. He said our focus is to ensure scientific findings, research and ideas are effectively translated and applied in the field for Sustainable long-term economic growth and improved quality of life. The Lieutenant Governor was addressing the 16th Convocation of National Institute of Technology (NIT) Raipur, Chhattisgarh.
Speaking on the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor said that it was his privilege to preside over the 16th convocation of the NIT, Raipur... |
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| | Rules for providing jobs to outstanding sports persons issued: Satish Sharma | | Lays foundation stone for upgradation of playfield at Chankhan Sopore |  Sopore, November 09 (Scoop News)- Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Transport, Science & Technology, Information Technology, Youth Services & Sports, and ARI & Trainings Satish Sharma today laid the foundation stone for upgradation of Playfield at Chankhan Sopore here with an aim to strengthen sports infrastructure and promote youth engagement across North Kashmir.
MLA Sopore, Irshad Rasool Kar; senior officers of J&K Sports Council, District officers and representatives from local sports associations were also present on the occasion.
Speaking on the occasion, the... |
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| | SJFI Demands 10 percent of DAVP ad funds for Social Security of Retired Journalists | | 
New Delhi, November 09 (Scoop News)-The national executive committee of the Senior Journalists Federation of India has demanded the Central Government to set aside at least 10 percent of the newly revised DAVP advertisement expenditures for social security measures like a national pension scheme, welfare fund, etc, for retired journalists.
The DAVP advertisement rates are being revised by the Central Government by as much as 27 percent, though the retired journalists who served the profession for decades have received little attention from the managements or the government leaving th... |
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