Special Stories

Former Director CBC interacts with IUST’s media students

02/06/2026
Awantipora,June 02 (KIP)-The Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), hosted Senior Indian Information Service (IIS) officer, and former Director, Central Bureau of Communication (CBC), J&K and Ladakh, Ghulam Abbas, for an interaction session with students and scholars on Tuesday. The session titled ‘Communication System in Government of India and Role of IIS Officers’ was held as part of the Industry Connect initiative of the dep...

Govt creating new opportunities in tourism despite challenges: Satish Sharma

02/06/2026
Srinagar, June 01 (KIP)- Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Information Technology, Youth Services & Sports, and Science & Technology, Satish Sharma, today highlighted the immense opportunities being created by the government in the tourism sector, stating that Jammu and Kashmir continues to emerge as a promising destination for investment, entrepreneurship and employment despite facing geographical and climatic challenges. Addressing the participants at the Jammu Kashmi...

Why did Journalist Rajesh Awasthi kill himself

02/06/2026
New Delhi, June 01 (KIP)-The Delhi Union of Journalists(DUJ) is shocked and saddened at the suicide by dismissed Dainik Jagran employee Rajesh Awasthi in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. It is reported that Awasthi was ill and depressed after being dismissed from Dainik Jagran where he had worked for many years. He was under severe financial strain and reportedly took his life by swallowing 'sulphas' tablets. DUJ regrets that low wages keep many journalists poor, barely able to survi...

NIT Srinagar’s SANGAM-3.0 concludes at Gulmarg

02/06/2026
Srinagar, June 01 (KIP)-The third edition of the global alumni reunion, SANGAM-3.0, concluded at Gulmarg on Sunday with a special networking and interaction session, bringing to a close three days of celebrations, discussions and renewed engagement between alumni and their alma mater. The event was organised by the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar in collaboration with the Alumni Association, REC/NIT Srinagar. The concluding session at the Golf Club Gulmarg witnessed e...

Police Conduct Under 100-Day Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan In Sopore

02/06/2026
Srinagar, June 01 (KIP)-As part of the ongoing 100-Day Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan, Police in Sopore carried out a series of coordinated enforcement and community outreach activities at multiple locations across the district to strengthen the fight against drug abuse and promote drug-free communities. An inspection of medical and chemist shops falling within the jurisdiction of Police Post Fidarpora was conducted. During the drive, sale records, prescription registers, stock regist...

Admissions open for Postgraduate, Ph.D programmes at CUKashmir

02/06/2026
Ganderbal, June 01 (KIP)-Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) has commenced the admission process for its wide range of postgraduate programmes for the academic session 2026–27. The University invites candidates who have appeared in the CUET-PG-2026 examination to register for admission through the prescribed online process. According to the Directorate of Admissions, the University is offering admissions to the postgraduate programmes, including M.A. English, M.A. Urdu, M.Com, M.A....

Dy CM inaugurates double-lane bridge at Greater Kailash

31/05/2026
Jammu, May 31 (Scoop News)-Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary today inaugurated the newly constructed double-lane bridge over the Nallah at Greater Kailash in Jammu. The Deputy Chief Minister said that the government is deeply focused on creating robust surface connectivity across Jammu and Kashmir. He added that the inauguration of the bridge marks a significant step towards strengthening the urban connectivity and improving the public infrastructure in the region. The newly co...

Digitek hosts grand mini expo in Jammu, showcases latest content creation solutions

30/05/2026
Jammu, May 30(KIP)-Leading imaging and content creation brand Digitek organized a grand one-day Mini Expo at Hotel Shovay, near Delhi Public School, Jammu, bringing together photographers, videographers, content creators, influencers, YouTubers, media professionals and technology enthusiasts under one roof. The exhibition was organized by My Life My Style Private Limited, Jammu, the Premier Partner of Digitek for Jammu & Kashmir. The event featured live demonstrations and hands-on experi...

Commissioner JMC inspects encroachment situation in City Chowk, Malhotra Mohalla

30/05/2026
Jammu, May 30(KIP)-Commissioner, Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) Dr. Devansh Yadav today conducted an on-site inspection of Ward No. 11, covering City Chowk and Malhotra Mohalla areas, to assess the issue of encroachments on public footpaths and roads. The visit was undertaken following repeated representations and requests from locals, who highlighted the difficulties being faced by pedestrians due to the widespread encroachment of footpaths by vendors and shopkeepers. During the inspec...

Central Kashmir Excise Range destroys poppy cultivation at multiple locations

30/05/2026
Srinagar, May 30(KIP)-Central Kashmir Excise Range intensified its crackdown against the Illicit cultivation of Narcotic crops (Poppy) under the Nasha Mukht Jammu and Kashmir Abhiyan and destroyed illegal poppy cultivation at multiple locations across the Srinagar-Budgam-Ganderbal Excise Range. The drive was conducted in collaboration with Police, Revenue and Agriculture Department and the FIR was lodged under the relevant sections of NDPS Act at the concerned Police Stations. All lega...

International Day of Potato 2026 celebrated at PSDF Nathatop

30/05/2026
Jammu, May 30(KIP)-The Department of Agriculture Production & Farmers Welfare Jammu today celebrated International Day of Potato 2026 at Potato Seed Development Farm (PSDF) Nathatop under the guidance of Director Agriculture Jammu Anil Gupta. Joint Director Agriculture (Farms/SLUB) Jammu Aman Jyoti Sharma spearheaded the programme. More than 30 farmers participated in the programme, which was organised under the theme "Where Potatoes Grow, Livelihoods Flourish." Among those present were...

Dr. Farooq, Omar Abdullah Condole the Demise of Sardar Nirman Singh

29/05/2026
Jammu, May 29 (KIP)- The President of the National Conference, Dr. Farooq Abd Jammu, Srinagar, May 29 (Scoop News)- ullah, and Vice President, as well as the Honorable Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, have expressed deep sorrow over the sudden demise of Sardar Nirman Singh State Joint Secretary R/o Rajouri JKNC who passed away today. They have extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. In their condolence message, Dr. Farooq Abdullah, Omar Abdullah and Surinder Choudhary Deputy...

District administration, Police officers join Eid-ul-Adha prayers at Eidgah Doda

28/05/2026
Doda, May 27 (KIP)-On the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Adha, a large gathering of the Muslim community offered special Eid prayers at Eidgah Doda. The congregational prayers were led by the Imam of Jamia Masjid Doda and witnessed the presence of the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Doda, Krishan Lal, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Doda, Kartik Shrotriya, Additional Deputy Commissioner Doda, Anil Kumar Thakur, besides other senior officers from the civil and police administration. DC Doda,...

NIT Srinagar pushes fitness, sustainability through Cycling campaign

27/05/2026
Srinagar, May 26 (KIP)-The National Service Scheme (NSS) Unit of National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar organised the 75th edition of its flagship fitness initiative “Sundays on Cycle” at the institute campus, drawing enthusiastic participation from students, faculty members, staff, and children. The cycling event, organised to commemorate Commonwealth Day, was held on the Institute’s main circuit road and aimed at promoting physical fitness, environmental awareness, and community...

HED enables tentative college allotment, indicative cut-off trends for UG Admissions 2026-27

27/05/2026
Srinagar, May 26 (KIP)- To help applicants make informed choices ahead of final seat allocation for UG admissions 2026–27, the Higher Education Department, J&K, has enabled Tentative College Allotment and indicative cut-off trends on the admission portal, https://jkadmissions.in, generated from current application data. The trends, presently based on General/Open Merit data, are meant only to give a fair idea of the likely competition across programmes and colleges. Applicants of all categori...

JKAACL mourns demise of former IMFA Principal Abhinaya (Kemmu) Bakaya

27/05/2026
Jammu,May 26 (KIP)- Jammu & Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL) expressed profound grief and sorrow over the demise of Abhinaya (Kemmu) Bakaya, former Principal of the Institute of Music & Fine Arts (IMFA), who passed away on May 23, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Padmashri Shri Moti Lal Kemmu, the eminent theatre personality and renowned cultural icon of Jammu & Kashmir. Smt. Abhinaya Bakaya was widely admired and respected for her significant contribution to th...

Police Destroys Illegally Cultivated Poppy In Baramulla, Shopian

26/05/2026
Srinagar, May 26 (KIP)- Continuing its sustained drive against narcotics and illegal cultivation under the ongoing anti-drug campaign, police have destroyed illegal poppy cultivation in Baramulla and Shopian. In Baramulla, Police acted on reliable information regarding the illegal cultivation of Poppy crop at village Braripora falling within the jurisdiction of Police Station Bijhama. Accordingly, case FIR No. 04/2026 under relevant section of law was registered at Police Station Bijhama. ...

No political pressure or influence should protect the accused. Law must act fairly and firmly

26/05/2026
Jammu, May 26 (KIP)- The horrific incident involving the rape and murder of an 11-year-old innocent girl in Galwanpora, Budgam, is deeply painful and utterly condemnable. BJP spokesperson Rajni Sethi expressed her heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and stated that daughters do not belong to any single religion or community—they are the shared responsibility of the entire society. She emphasized that no religion permits such heinous acts. This incident serves as a grave warning ...

Alienation of J&K reduced after abrogation of Article 370: Balbir

26/05/2026
Jammu, May 26 (KIP)-BJP Spokesperson and former Vice Chairman Balbir Ram Rattan strongly countered the remarks of National Conference president Farooq Abdullah wherein he has urged Centre to abandon alienating policies towards Jammu and Kashmir. Balbir reminded the NC chief that the real alienation in Jammu and Kashmir existed during the decades when dynastic political parties exploited Article 370 for their own interests while keeping common people deprived of development, transparency an...

Kashmir Harvard Hr.Sec School Srinagar Extends Heartfelt Eid-ul-Adha Greetings To Students, Parents, Teachers & Entire Community

26/05/2026
Srinagar, May 26 (KIP)- The Kashmir Harvard Higher Secondary School Habbak Naseem Bagh, Srinagar, has extended its warmest Eid-ul-Adha greetings to the people of Jammu & Kashmir and the entire Muslim Ummah on the auspicious occasion of the festival. In its Eid-ul-Adha message, the school management committee extended warm and heartfelt greetings to students, parents, teachers and the entire community, praying that this holy and joyous occasion ushers in peace, happiness, prosperity an...

BJP Strongly Condemns Misuse of Official Tourism Department Programme

26/05/2026
Srinagar, May 26 (KIP)- Er. Sahil Bashir Bhat, State Spokesperson, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), has strongly condemned the blatant misuse of an officially organised Tourism Department programme at Panchan Pathri by a National Conference MLA and Minister for deriving political mileage and promoting partisan interests under the garb of a government event. In an official statement issued here today, Er. Sahil Bashir Bhat said that the programme, which was meant to promote tourism, regional dev...

KTMF Senior Vice President & Hilo Makhbaz Bakery Owner Sofi Mohi-ud-Din Extends Warm Eid-ul-Adha Greetings

26/05/2026
Srinagar, May 26 (KIP)- On the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Adha, Sofi Mohi-ud-Din, Senior Vice President of KTMF and Proprietor of Hilo Makhbaz Bakery Srinagar — India’s first fortified bakery and an award-winning recognised at local as well as national level has extended his warmest greetings and heartfelt wishes to the people of Jammu & Kashmir and the entire Muslim Ummah. In his special Eid message, Sofi Mohi-ud-Din prayed that this sacred festival of sacrifice, devotion and compassio...

Sonamarg Hoteliers Association President Farooq Hafiz Extends Eid Greetings

26/05/2026
Srinagar, May 26 (KIP)- On the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Adha, Sonamarg Hoteliers Association President and Chairman & Managing Director of Snow Land Group of Hotels, Farooq Hafiz, has extended warm and heartfelt greetings to the people of Jammu & Kashmir and the entire nation. In his message, Farooq Hafiz prayed that this sacred festival of sacrifice, compassion and unity may bring peace, prosperity, happiness and harmony to every household. He said Eid-ul-Adha teaches the values o...

Birla Open Minds International School Pampore Extends Warm Eid-ul-Adha Greetings To People Of J&K

26/05/2026
Pampore, May 26 (KIP)- Birla Open Minds International School (BOMIS) Pampore has extended its warmest Eid-ul-Adha greetings to the people of Jammu & Kashmir and the entire Muslim Ummah. In their Eid greeting message, BOMIS Chairman Abdul Aziz Mir, Secretary G.M. Lone and the school management conveyed heartfelt wishes to students, parents, teachers, and the wider community, praying that this blessed occasion brings peace, happiness, prosperity and countless blessings to every home. Th...

Government developing off-beat tourist destinations, promoting adventure tourism activities in J&K: Sakeena Itoo

26/05/2026
Kulgam, May 25 (KIP)-Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today inaugurated a Tourism Capacity Building Camp at Panchanpatri Kulgam and and also flagged off an All-Terrain Rally (ATR), trekkers’ expedition, cycle rally and other tourism promotion activities. Speaking on the occasion, the Minister said that the Government is committed to strengthening the tourism sector in Jammu & Kashmir by developing offbeat destinations and promoting adventu...

DG NCC calls on Minister Sakeena Itoo at Srinagar

26/05/2026
Srinagar, May 25 (KIP)-Director General of the National Cadet Corps (NCC), Lt. General Virendra Vats today called on Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo, and apprised her of the activities and outreach programmes being undertaken by the NCC across Jammu and Kashmir. During the meeting, the Director General highlighted the role of the NCC in shaping youth through discipline, leadership, patriotism and community service. He informed the Minis...

Scanned by Gmail CEC LAHDC Kargil Reviews Progress of Kargil Wing of Ladakh Bhawan New Delhi

26/05/2026
New Delhi, May 25 (KIP)-Hon’ble Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, today held a meeting with officials of the Central Public Works Department (CPWD) in New Delhi to review the progress of the ongoing construction and interior work of the Kargil Wing of Ladakh Bhawan, New Delhi. During the meeting, CEC Dr. Akhoon conducted a detailed discussion on the current status of the project, taking stock of the work completed so far and the progress achieved on various ...

Rahul Sahai, ICC Jammu Chapter, participated in BDU Interaction Meeting

26/05/2026
Jammu,May 25 (KIP)-ICC Suggests Daytime scheduling of freight Rakes,Increase in Rakes unloading time to 24 hrs , waiver of demurrage charges,Devlopement of goods sheds in Industrial areas,Early operationalisation of ICD Samba. The meeting was chaired by Sh. Vivek Kumar, Divisional Railway Manager, Northern Railway, Jammu Division. Other dignitaries present on the dais included Sh. Uchit Singhal, Senior Divisional Commercial Manager, and Sh. Arish Bansal, Senior Divisional Operations Manage...

50 paintings of Bharti Verma on Display at Kala Kendra Jammu

24/05/2026
Jammu, May 24 (KIP)- A three-day Painting Exhibition comprising 50 artworks by artist Bharti Verma is presently on display at the Master Sansar Chand Gallery of Kala Kendra Society. The colourful exhibition has attracted a large number of distinguished artists, painters, art students and art lovers. The exhibition has been organized by Kala Kendra Society functioning under the aegis of the Department of Culture, Government of Jammu and Kashmir. Registrar, University of Jammu Neeraj Sharma,...

Freezing government posts in the name of austerity is a cruel joke on unemployed youth: Bhalla

24/05/2026
Jammu, May 24 (KIP)- Expressing strong concern over the government's decision to freeze all vacant posts as part of its austerity measures, former minister and Working President of the Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC), Raman Bhalla, on Sunday described the move as a cruel joke on the educated unemployed youth of Jammu and Kashmir who are already grappling with limited employment opportunities. Addressing a public gathering at Rajeev Nagar in Jammu, Bhalla said the dec...