Jammu News

Javed Rana reviews functioning of Tribal Hostels in Jammu Division

06/03/2026
Jammu, March 05 (KIP)-Minister for Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the functioning of tribal hostels across the Jammu division, with a focus on improving living facilities, strengthening nutritional standards, ensuring quality education and expediting the construction of new hostel infrastructure for tribal students. During the meeting, the Minister reviewed the overall functioning of hostels operating under the Tribal Affairs Depart...

PM SHRI School students visit University Campus Bhaderwah

06/03/2026
Doda, March 05 (KIP)-Chief Education Officer Doda, Bhushan Kumar Pathak today flagged off a group of students along with their escorting teachers from Government PM SHRI High School Kuddhar and PM SHRI Government High School Sooli, Zone Bhagwah, for an exposure visit to the University Campus and Radio Station Bhaderwah. The visit, organized under the PM SHRI Scheme, aimed to provide students with exposure to higher educational institutions and inspire them to pursue academic excellence. ...

DHJ reviews progress of horticulture development initiatives in Samba district

06/03/2026
Samba, March 05 (KIP)- Director Horticulture Jammu (DHJ) Gul Syed today conducted an extensive tour of Samba district to review the progress of the Horticulture Development initiatives being implemented in the district. The Director was accompanied by the Chief Horticulture Officer Jammu Anil Gorkha; Horticulture Development Officer Samba Varinder Sharma; Horticulture Development Officer Purmandal Rakesh Kumar and Horticulture Development Officer Vijaypur Manmohan Kumar, besides other functi...

Women’s Week Celebrations: Sports Day draws huge participation in Kathua

05/03/2026
Kathua, March 05 (KIP)-In continuation to Women’s Week campaign, a dedicated multi-faceted celebration of International Women’s Day organized by the District Administration Kathua, the Day 4, today, was observed as the Sports Day amid enthusiastic participation from women and girls. At the district headquarters, multiple sports events were organized at the Sports Stadium and the Indoor Sports Complex. Deputy Commissioner Rajesh Sharma presided over the event and appreciated the participan...

Ashok Koul chairs BJP Transport Cell meet, opposes fuel and fare hike

05/03/2026
Jammu, March 05 (KIP)-A meeting of the Transport Cell of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was chaired by Ashok Koul, General Secretary (Organization), at the party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu. The meeting focused on the recent proposals regarding the hike in petrol and diesel prices and the increase in transport fares in Jammu and Kashmir. J&K BJP Vice President Rajeev Charak, MLA Jammu East Yudhvir Sethi, BJP All Cells Incharge Ved Sharma, Spokesperson Abhijeet Jasrotia, All C...

MLA Sham Lal Sharma Felicitates Ranji Trophy Winners from Jammu North

05/03/2026
Jammu, March 05 (KIP)-Former Minister and MLA Jammu North Sham Lal Sharma felicitated two promising cricketers, Sahil Lotra (S/O Sh. Vijay Kumar), and Yudhvir Singh Charak (S/O Sh. Dharam Singh Charak), both resident of Jammu North Constituency, for being part of the victorious Jammu & Kashmir team that created history by winning the prestigious Ranji Trophy title. While congratulating the players, Sham Lal Sharma said that their remarkable achievement has brought immense pride and recognit...

Women are the driving force of nation building: Sat Sharma

05/03/2026
Akhnoor,March 05 (KIP)-BJP Mahila Morcha Akhnoor organized a programme to commemorate International Women’s Day at Akhnoor, highlighting the vital role of women in society and the initiatives undertaken by the Government of India to ensure women-led development. The programme was chiefly addressed by BJP J&K President and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) Sat Sharma, while Mahila Morcha Prabhari Veenu Khanna, Mahila Morcha State President Neha Mahajan, District Prabhari Vinay Gupta, Dis...

Holi symbolizes triumph of truth and devotion: Sat Sharma

04/03/2026
Jammu, March 03 (KIP)-The Bharatiya Janata Party Jammu district, under the leadership of its President Adv. Rajesh Gupta, organized a Holi Milan programme at the party office, Kachi Chawni, Jammu, celebrating the festival of colours in a spirit of harmony, unity, and cultural pride. The programme was graced by Sat Sharma, President, BJP J&K and Member of Rajya Sabha, along with General Secretary Sanjita Dogra, Secretaries Reema Padha and Arun Sharma, Media Incharge Dr. Pardeep Mahotra, S...

Bhalla leads POJK DPs delegation to CM Omar Abdullah in Jammu

04/03/2026
Jammu, March 03 (KIP)- In a significant political development with far-reaching implications for lakhs of displaced families in Jammu and Kashmir, JKPCC Working President Raman Bhalla on Tuesday led a high-level delegation to meet Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, seeking urgent intervention against what he described as the “systematic denial” of Scheduled Tribe (ST2) certificates to members of the displaced Pahari community from Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (POJK). Calling the issue ...

Deputy Chief Minister calls for skilling J&K youth for local, national, international job markets

04/03/2026
Jammu, March 03 (KIP)- Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary today called for a comprehensive study and exploration of emerging job opportunities at the local, national and international level to enhance employment prospects for the youth of Jammu and Kashmir. He made these remarks while chairing a high-level review meeting of the Skill Development Department (SDD) held at PWD Guest House, Jammu. The meeting was attended by Secretary, SDD, Rajiv Ranjan; Director, SDD, Owais Ahmad;...

Rana reviews PHE & I&FC schemes in Kashmir Division

04/03/2026
Jammu, March 03 (KIP)-Minister for Jal Shakti, Javed Ahmed Rana, today reviewed the progress of ongoing Public Health Engineering (PHE) and Irrigation & Flood Control (I&FC) schemes being executed across Kashmir division. The meeting, which was convened virtually, focused on a comprehensive assessment of the physical and financial progress of key drinking water supply and irrigation projects currently under execution. The Minister underscored the importance of adhering to the set timeli...

Govt terminates PMGSY road contracts worth Rs. 2,543.05 lakh over delay, blacklists contractor

04/03/2026
Jammu, March 03 (KIP)- The government has terminated two major road construction contracts in Kathua, blacklisting the contractor for delays in work completion. Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary said the contracts, awarded to M/s Puran Chand and Sons, Jammu, have been terminated due to the contractor's failure to meet the deadlines despite repeated notices and extended opportunities. He said that the terminated projects included construction of road from Malhar to Marhoon (Pack...

Women’s Week campaign commences in Kathua with grand inauguration

03/03/2026
Kathua, March 02 (KIP)-The District Administration Kathua today formally launched the Women’s Week Campaign with a grand inaugural ceremony held at Government Degree College (GDC) Women, marking the beginning of a week-long series of activities dedicated to promote the empowerment of women in the district. The Campaign centers on the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao theme, underscoring the collective resolve to protect, educate and empower the girl child. The event was attended by Deputy Commissi...

DC Udhampur reviews performance of ICDS Emphasises full saturation of Poshan targets

03/03/2026
Udhampur, March 02 (KIP)-Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Minga Sherpa today convened a comprehensive review meeting to assess the functioning of the ICDS Project in the district. At the outset, Programme Officer Poshan Subash Dogra delivered a detailed PowerPoint presentation outlining the overall performance and key activities of the ICDS Project in the District. The DC conducted a detailed block-wise review covering the functioning of AWCs, construction of AWCs proposed for the year 2025...

Deputation from five villages call Sat Sharma, seek overbridge on Railways Track

03/03/2026
Jammu, March 02 (KIP)-A deputation comprising of prominent from villages Chan Matloni, Tapyal, Chhan Samotra, Raghu Chak and Malani called upon Sat Sharma CA, President of Bharatiya Janata Party (J&K) and Member of Rajya Sabha, to present long-pending demand for the construction of an overbridge on the railway track connecting Pathankot and Jammu. J&K BJP Vice Presidents Bharat Bhushan, Priya Sethi, Rekha Mahajan, and Rashpal Verma, along with General Secretaries Sanjita Dogra and Baldev S...

Deputy Chief Minister inspects development works in Nowshera Sub Division

01/03/2026
Nowshera, March 01 (KIP)- Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today held public interaction meetings at Bajora, Bajabain, Sunderbani, Hanjana and Dharat areas of Nowshera Sub Division and listened to the grievances and demands of the local residents. During the daylong tour, the Deputy Chief Minister conducted spot inspection of ongoing developmental projects in Nowshera and adjoining areas. During the interaction, the people projected issues related to road connectivity, drinking...

Judicial Academy, Isha Foundation organises “Yoga for Health” session

01/03/2026
Jammu, March 01 (KIP)- Under the patronage of Chief Justice, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh (Patron-in-Chief, J&K Judicial Academy), Arun Palli and guidance of Chairperson and Members of Governing Committee for J&K Judicial Academy, J&K the Judicial Academy today organised a special session titled “Yoga for Health” for Judicial Officers and staff of Jammu district, in collaboration with the Isha Foundation. The session was inaugurated by Naseer Ahmad Dar, Director, J&K Judicial A...

LoP Sunil Sharma congratulates J&K Cricket team on historic Ranji Trophy victory

01/03/2026
Jammu, February 28 (KIP)-The Leader of Opposition in the Jammu & Kashmir Assembly, Sunil Sharma today extended heartfelt congratulations to the Jammu & Kashmir cricket team for creating history by lifting the prestigious Ranji Trophy after decades of dedicated participation in the tournament. Describing the achievement as a watershed moment in the sporting history of the Union Territory, Sunil Sharma said that this long-awaited triumph is the result of years of perseverance, discipline a...

Deputy Chief Minister greets Team J&K on historic Ranji Trophy championship win

01/03/2026
Jammu, February 28 (KIP)-The Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today extended warm greetings to Team Jammu and Kashmir on their historic triumph in the 2025–26 Ranji Trophy Championship, defeating Karnataka cricket team in the final at Hubballi. Terming the victory a remarkable achievement, the Deputy Chief Minister said it is a moment of immense pride not only for the players of the Jammu and Kashmir team but also for their families and the entire people of Jammu and Kashmir. ...

JKPCC has welcomed court order of bail of Udey Bhanu Chib

01/03/2026
Jammu February 28 (KIP)-JKPCC President Shri Tariq Hameed Karra has welcomed the Hon'ble Court order grantung bail to IYC President Udey Bhanu Chib and has said that truth shall trump & our fight for democracy shall continue. Reacting to order of bail for Udey Bhanu Chib, denying plea for extension of his police detention ,Shri Karra said that his arrest was unjustified & anti democratic and aimed at crushing every peaceful ,non violent voice of dissent in the country. He...

Hakeem Yaseen Congratulates J&K on Historic Ranji Trophy Triumph

01/03/2026
Srinagar, February 28 (KIP)- President of the People’s Democratic Front (PDF) and former Minister Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen on Saturday congratulated the Jammu and Kashmir cricket team for scripting history by lifting the Ranji Trophy title for the first time in the Union Territory’s history. In a statement issued here, Hakeem Yaseen termed the victory as a “landmark moment” for Jammu and Kashmir’s sporting fraternity. He said the triumph would inspire generations of young cricketers across...

J&K BJP leaders hail historic Ranji Trophy triumph

01/03/2026
Jammu, February 28 (KIP)-Senior leaders of the Jammu & Kashmir Bharatiya Janata Party have congratulated the Jammu & Kashmir cricket team for scripting history by lifting the prestigious Ranji Trophy, calling it a defining milestone in the sporting journey of the Union Territory. J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma described the victory as a proud and emotional moment for every citizen of J&K. He said the triumph reflects the immense talent, discipline, and determination of the...

BJP conducts Trainers’ workshop in Udhampur under Prashikshan Mahabhiyan

01/03/2026
Udhampur, February 28 (KIP)-The Bharatiya Janata Party, Jammu & Kashmir, conducted a comprehensive trainers’ workshop at its party office in Udhampur as part of the nationwide Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Prashikshan Mahabhiyan. The programme was organized to equip designated Prashikshaks with the necessary ideological clarity and organizational skills to effectively implement the campaign across the Udhampur-Doda-Kathua Parliamentary Constituency. The workshop witnessed the participation of ...

DC Udhampur convenes introductory meeting with officers

28/02/2026
Udhampur, February 27 (KIP)-After assuming office as Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Minga Sherpa today convened an introductory meeting with officers of the line departments here in the Conference Hall of DC Office Complex. The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner Jugal Kishore; Additional Deputy Commissioner Prem Singh; PO Poshan, Subash Dogra; GM DIC, Kishore Singh Katoch; CPO Uttam Singh, ACR Dr Umesh Shan and other senior district and sectoral officers. ...

SWD organizes special health & awareness camp for senior citizens at Kuchal- Kishtwar

28/02/2026
Kuchal- Kishtwar, February 27 (KIP)-Social Welfare Department Kishtwar on Friday organized a special awareness and health camp for senior citizens at the Kuchal Village. The initiative was conducted in collaboration with the Department of AYUSH and NGO Asrariya Institute of Technical Education, which also operates an Old Age Home in the District. The event was held under the overall supervision of DSWO Tariq Parveaz Qazi. More than 150 individuals attended the camp and received various h...

JKTPO organises District-Level Digital Financing Awareness Drive at Reasi under RAMP

28/02/2026
Reasi, February 27 (KIP)-In continuation of its outreach initiative, Jammu and Kashmir Trade Promotion Organisation (JKTPO) organised a District-Level Digital Financing Awareness Workshop at Reasi under the World Bank supported Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Programme. Initiating the district-level series at Kathua, the Reasi workshop marks another significant step towards deepening credit penetration and promoting digital financial inclusion among MSMEs at the grassroots ...

Rahul Sahai led ICC Delegation Meets Parliamentary Committee on Official Languages

28/02/2026
Jammu,February 27 (KIP)- A delegation of the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC), Jammu Chapter, led by its Chairman Rahul Sahai, met the Hon’ble Convenor of the Parliamentary Committee on Official Languages, Sh Ujjwal Raman Singh Ji, along with Hon’ble Member of Parliament Dr Anil Sukhdevrao Bonde Ji, Hon’ble Member of Parliament Sh Kuldeep Indora Ji, and Sh Manoj Kumar Ji, Hindi Adhikari, Ministry of Home Affairs, New Delhi, during their visit to Jammu and submitted a detailed representation...

J&K Youth Congress Leaders Arrested During Peaceful Protest March

27/02/2026
Jammu, February 27 (KIP)-The J&K Pradesh Youth Congress (JKPYC) on Thursday organized a massive protest and peaceful march towards the BJP office in Jammu against the undemocratic arrest of Indian Youth Congress (IYC) National President Uday Bhanu Chib and other IYC leaders in New Delhi. The protest, which witnessed participation from a large number of Youth Congress workers, was led by JKPYC General Secretary Anirudh Sawhney in the presence of IYC Secretary Incharge J&K Maan Singh Rathore. A...

State Must Align Law with its Own Admissions: Panun Kashmir

26/02/2026
Jammu, February 26 (KIP)-Panun Kashmir on Thursday renewed its demand for the enactment of a comprehensive Genocide Bill, asserting that multiple constitutional authorities and statutory institutions of the Indian State have already acknowledged the gravity of the crime committed against Kashmiri Pandits. In a strongly worded joint statement, Dr. Agnishekhar, Convenor of Panun Kashmir, Prof. Tito Ganju, Official Spokesman, and Kuldeep Raina, General Secretary, said that the time for rhetoric...

J&K Govt activates helplines for UT residents returning from Iran

25/02/2026
Jammu, February 25 (KIP)- The Resident Commission, Government of Jammu and Kashmir, has activated helpline numbers to assist the residents of the Union Territory returning from Iran, following an advisory issued by the Embassy of India in Tehran on February 23, 2026. The 24x7 working helpline numbers included “Hello J&K” at 7303620090 and Control Rooms at 011-24611108 and 011-24611210. These helplines will provide necessary support and coordination to those in need.