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Lieutenant Governor visits Nunwan Base Camp, inspects facilities for pilgrims

17/07/2026
Srinagar, July 17 (KIP)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Friday visited the Nunwan base camp and inspected the facilities in place for the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra pilgrims. At the Base Camp, the Lieutenant Governor chaired a meeting with senior officials and reviewed the arrangements being made for essential services provided to pilgrims including drinking water, electricity, telecom connectivity, accommodation, food, healthcare, emergency services and security. He also inspected the...

Justice before Statehood, Says Panun Kashmir (South)

17/07/2026
Bengaluru, July 17 (KIP)- Panun Kashmir (South) on Thursday launched an intensive campaign in southern India to mobilize support for the nationwide demonstration scheduled at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi, on 20 July 2026, under the chairmanship of its Chairman Tito Ganju, asserting that the demand for justice for the displaced Kashmiri Hindu community must take precedence over the ongoing political discourse on the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. Addressing a Meet the Press at t...

LG Chairs SMVDSB Meeting to Review Offerings and Donations Management System

17/07/2026
Jammu, July 16 (KIP)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Thursday chaired a high-level meeting with the Members of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board and senior officials, and reviewed the Offerings and Donations Management System at the holy Shri Mata Vaishno Devi ji Shrine. The meeting was attended by the Members of the Shrine Board - Mahamandleshwar Swami Vishveshvaranand Giriji Maharaj, Shri Baleshwar Rai, Dr. Ashok Bhan, Smt. Sudha Murty, Smt. Gunjan Rana, Dr. K.K. Talwar, Shri K...

CS stresses on accelerating simplification of government processes for 'Ease of Living' in J&K

17/07/2026
Srinagar, July 16 (KIP)- Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a high-level meeting attended by the former IAS Officer, P.W.C. Davidar, to deliberate over the roadmap for simplifying government processes across departments with the objective of ensuring greater 'Ease of Living' for citizens and creating a more efficient, transparent and technology-driven governance framework in the Union Territory. The session focused on transforming service delivery by eliminating procedural complexi...

KOA Confers Lifetime Achievement Award on Padma Shri Dr. Kashi Nath Pandita

16/07/2026
Jammu, July 16 (KIP)- The Kashmiri Overseas Association (KOA) has conferred its prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award on Padma Shri Dr. Kashi Nath Pandita in recognition of his outstanding lifelong contributions to scholarship, education, and the preservation of Kashmir's rich literary, historical, and cultural heritage. For several decades, Dr. Pandita has dedicated his life to teaching, research, writing, and translating works that have safeguarded the language, history, and traditions ...

Lieutenant Governor Delivered Keynote Address at Dr Suresh Awasthi Memorial Lecture Series

16/07/2026
Jammu, July 15 (KIP)- Dr. Suresh Awasthi Smriti Nyas in Varanasi today organized a commemorative event to observe his 20th Punya Smriti Diwas. Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha delivered the keynote address on “AI: Effects and Side Effects”. The Lieutenant Governor paid his heartfelt tribute to Dr. Awasthi, a remarkable personality who embodied knowledge and humility. He said Dr. Awasthi was a distinguished scholar and a visionary who saw political science as a powerful instrument for s...

India's Next Mastermind Awards 2026 to Honour the Country's Spiritual Leaders and Practitioners

16/07/2026
New Delhi, July 15 (KIP)- India’s Next Mastermind Awards 2026, under the banner of the India Spiritual Leaders Awards, will celebrate the country’s leading spiritual leaders, astrologers, yoga masters, healers, spiritual authors, and institutions at its 14th annual edition on July 18, 2026, at Hotel Tivoli, New Delhi. India’s Next Mastermind Awards is a global recognition platform celebrating excellence across spirituality, business, leadership, and social impact, with a strong footprint in ...

Lieutenant Governor reviews facilities and services for pilgrims at Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas

16/07/2026
Jammu, July 15 (KIP)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today visited the Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas in Jammu and reviewed the facilities and services in place for the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra. The Lieutenant Governor interacted with the officials from J&K Police, Army, Security Forces, Shrine Board, and Civil Administration, and took stock of the measures taken to facilitate the comfortable stay of the pilgrims. He commended their hard work and urged them to treat every Yatri a...

Chief Secretary reviews implementation of new Labour Codes

16/07/2026
Srinagar, July 15 (KIP)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a review meeting to assess the preparedness of the Labour & Employment Department for implementation of the Four Labour Codes enacted by the Government of India. The meeting besides Secretary, Labour & Employment was attended by the Commissioner Secretary, Law; DG, Codes; Labour Commissioner; and other senior officers. During the meeting, the Department made a comprehensive presentation highlighting the status of rule-m...

Rajouri’s historic Bhairav Yatra officially added

16/07/2026
Jammu, July 15 (KIP)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today extended his heartiest congratulations to the Rajouri District Administration and Department of Culture, J&K on inclusion of historic Bhairav Yatra of Rajouri to the National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) of India. In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor has said: “Proud moment for Rajouri! The district’s historic Bhairav Yatra has officially been added to National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage...

DYSS Begins 5 Day Chess Arbiter Course in Collaboration with All India Chess Federation

16/07/2026
Jammu , July 15 (KIP)-Reinforcing its commitment to strengthening the professional capabilities of its field functionaries and promoting technical excellence in sports administration, the Directorate of Youth Services & Sports, (DYSS) J&K, under the leadership of Anuradha Gupta, Director General, YSS has begun a 5 day Chess Arbiter Course in collaboration with the All India Chess Federation (AICF) at Jammu, from 14th to 18th July, 2026. The specialized training programme is designed to enhan...

Chief Secretary reviews PMGSY progress in J&K

14/07/2026
Srinagar, July 14 (KIP)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today chaired a review meeting to assess the progress of works being executed under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) across the Union Territory. The meeting was attended by senior officers including the ACS, Public Works (R&B) Department; Commissioner Secretary, Forests; Chief Engineer, PMGSY, Jammu/Kashmir and field functionaries connected with the implementation of the flagship rural road connectivity programme. During t...

Lieutenant Governor Reviews Rehabilitation and Socio-Economic Reintegration Scheme

14/07/2026
Srinagar, July 14 (KIP)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today chaired a meeting to review the proposed Rehabilitation and Socio-Economic Reintegration Scheme for Drug Abuse Victims, 2026. The Scheme is aimed at establishing a comprehensive, convergence-based framework for the rehabilitation and social reintegration of individuals recovering from substance use disorders across the Union Territory. The meeting was attended by Shri Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; Shri Chandraker Bharti, Pr...

CM Omar Abdullah meets delegations

14/07/2026
Srinagar, July 14 (KIP)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today met several public delegations at the Civil Secretariat here and gave a patient hearing to their issues and demands, assuring them that all genuine concerns would be examined for appropriate action. A delegation led by President Bat Manufacturers Association Kashmir, Fayaz Ahmad Dar, called on the Chief Minister and sought government support for the cricket bat manufacturing industry in Kashmir. The delegation highlighted vari...

NIT Srinagar Climbs in India Today Engineering Rankings 2026

14/07/2026
Srinagar, July 14 (KIP)-National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar has improved its standing in the India Today Engineering Rankings 2026, registering progress in both the overall engineering colleges category and the Government Engineering Colleges category. According to the latest rankings, NIT Srinagar has secured the 31st position among all engineering colleges in the country, including both government and private institutions. In the Government Engineering Colleges category, ...

CS reviews formulation of comprehensive Cancer Care Strategy for J&K

13/07/2026
Srinagar, July 13 (KIP)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a high-level meeting to assess the initial formulation of a comprehensive Cancer Care Strategy for the Union Territory aimed at creating an integrated, accessible and technology-enabled cancer care ecosystem across Jammu & Kashmir. Among others, the meeting was attended by Director, SKIMS; Mission Director, National Health Mission; Director, Tata Memorial Centre (TMC),Chandigarh; Principals of Government Medical Colleges; ...

Another major boost to Medical Education in J&K

13/07/2026
Srinagar, July 13 (KIP)- In a significant development for the medical education sector and aspiring medical students in the Union Territory, the Health and Medical Education Department today announced that the National Medical Commission (NMC) has granted permission to increase the annual MBBS intake capacity at Government Medical College (GMC) Jammu. The Medical Assessment and Rating Board (MARB) of the NMC has issued the Letter of Permission (LoP) approving an additional 50 MBBS seats fo...

Kashmiri Pandit Community Observes 13 July as "Black Day"

13/07/2026
New Delhi, July 13 (KIP)-The Kashmiri Pandit Conference (KPC), today observed 13 July as "Black Day" across the country. Kashmiri Pandits living in Jammu, Delhi-NCR, Pune, and several other parts of India joined the observance by wearing black badges and black headgear, hoisting black flags on their rooftops, and offering prayers in memory of the innocent Kashmiri Pandits and other Hindus who lost their lives in the communal violence of 13 July 1931 and its aftermath. Special prayers w...

Lieutenant Governor attends Lal Ded Literary Award Function and Launches Book on Lal Ded by Dr Vaidehi Taman

13/07/2026
Srinagar, July 12 (KIP)-The Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today attended the Lal Ded Literature Awards and the release function of Dr. Vaidehi Taman’s new book “Lal Ded: The Mother of Kashmir”. He urged the awardees to share the timeless wisdom of Lal Ded, Kabir, Nund Rishi, Guru Nanak, and Tulsidas with the younger generation. Speaking on the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor said that our ancestors built India by balancing science with deep spiritual values, emphasising that progress...

Panun Kashmir reviews preparations for July 20 Jantar Mantar demonstration

12/07/2026
Jammu, July 12 (KIP)-Panun Kashmir convened a high-level organizational meeting today to finalize logistical arrangements and review preparedness for its upcoming peaceful demonstration at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi, scheduled for July 20, 2026, at 12:30 PM. The comprehensive review session, attended by central office-bearers, state coordinators, and volunteer committees, mapped out strategies for transportation, accommodation, security liaison, media outreach, and participant facilitation, Lea...

IIS Officer Trainees call on Lieutenant Governor

12/07/2026
Srinagar, July 11 (KIP)- A group of 16 Indian Information Service (IIS) Officer Trainees, Group 'B' of the 2023 Batch called on Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha, at Lok Bhavan today. They were accompanied by Shri Qazi Salman, Director, Press Information Bureau (PIB), Srinagar. The Lieutenant Governor extended his best wishes to the Officer Trainees for their future endeavors. He exhorted them to work with the utmost sensitivity, integrity, and dedication, while serving in different depa...

SIA Kashmir secures Interpol Red Corner Notice Against Hizbul Mujahideen Terrorist

11/07/2026
Srinagar, July 11 (KIP)-In a major breakthrough in its sustained counter-terrorism efforts, the State Investigation Agency (SIA), Kashmir has secured an Interpol Red Corner Notice (RCN) against designated Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) terrorist Imtiyaz Ahmad Kandoo alias Fayaz alias Sajad, marking a significant milestone in the investigation of the 2013 Tarzoo (Hygam) terrorist attack case. The issuance of the Red Corner Notice is a testament to the painstaking and professional investigation carried ou...

NC's Jantar Mantar protest exposes its separatist mindset, diverts attention from governance failures: BJP

10/07/2026
Jammu, July 10 (KIP)-J&K BJP addressed a press conference at party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, on the National Conference's proposed dharna at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi. Former MLC and BJP spokesperson Girdhari Lal Raina, and BJP spokesperson Ankit Gupta, in the presence of BJP Media In-charge Dr. Pardeep Mahotra addressed the press conference. Dr. Pardeep Mahotra, while introducing the subject and the speakers, described the issue as one of immense public importance and explai...

Chief Secy reviews implementation of flagship Centrally Sponsored Schemes in J&K

10/07/2026
Srinagar, July 10 (KIP)-In a marathon meeting of the concerned Administrative Secretaries, Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, took first hand appraisal of the implementation and progress of key Centrally Sponsored Schemes (CSS) and flagship infrastructure projects being executed across Jammu and Kashmir. During the comprehensive review, Administrative Secretaries of the concerned departments made detailed presentations on the physical and financial progress achieved under their respective sch...

Lieutenant Governor reviews arrangements for pilgrims at Baltal Base Camp

10/07/2026
Srinagar, July 10 (KIP)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Friday visited the Baltal base camp and reviewed the arrangements for the pilgrims of Baba Amarnath. The Lieutenant Governor inspected Base Camp Hospital, on-spot registration counters, tents and other facilities, along with the senior officials and directed all line departments to ensure seamless inter-departmental synergy for a hassle-free and memorable pilgrimage experience. “The comfort of Shri Amarnathji’s devotees mu...

Lieutenant Governor directs officials to ensure best possible treatment to injured Amarnath Yatris

10/07/2026
Srinagar, July 10 (KIP)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha has taken immediate cognizance of the road accident near Toldi Nallah in Udhampur in which six Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra pilgrims sustained injuries. The Lieutenant Governor spoke to the senior administrative and medical officials, and directed them to ensure all necessary and best possible treatment for the swift recovery of those injured. In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor has said: “Received the report of a road accident...

Chief Secretary assesses status of arrangements for ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra

10/07/2026
Srinagar, July 09 (KIP)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a high-level review meeting to assess the arrangements put in place for the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026 and issued directions for further strengthening the facilities and services being provided to the pilgrims to ensure the safe, smooth and hassle-free conduct of the annual pilgrimage. The meeting was attended by senior officers from the Civil Administration, Shrine Board, and security establishment, including Admin...

CM Omar Abdullah calls for shift from volume-driven to value-based tourism

10/07/2026
Srinagar, July 09 (KIP)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today called for a paradigm shift in Jammu and Kashmir’s tourism strategy, urging policymakers, industry stakeholders and local communities to move beyond volume-driven tourism towards a value-based and sustainable tourism model that safeguards the region’s fragile ecology while ensuring long-term economic prosperity. Addressing the inaugural session of the Conclave on Sustainable Tourism Planning—Designing Tourism for Tomorrow, organise...

LG Visits Pantha Chowk Yatra Transit Camp and Yatri Niwas in Srinagar

10/07/2026
Srinagar, July 09 (KIP)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Thursday visited the Yatra Transit Camp and Yatri Niwas at Pantha Chowk in Srinagar and reviewed the arrangements made for the pilgrims of ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra. The Lieutenant Governor interacted with the officials and pilgrims and enquired about the facilities. He directed the officials to ensure that every devotee of Lord Shiva receives round-the-clock care. “From registration to accommodation and food, no pilgrim...

HP Governor launches Digital News platform 'Outlook Bharat'

10/07/2026
Shimla, July 09 (KIP)- The Governor of Himachal Pradesh, Kavinder Gupta launched Outlook Bharat, a digital news platform, at Lok Bhavan, Shimla. On the occasion, Managing Director Hitesh Mahajan, Editor-in-Chief Tarika and Executive Editor Siddarth Radotra were present. Speaking on the occasion, Governor Kavinder Gupta congratulated the Outlook Bharat team on the launch of the platform and conveyed his best wishes for its success. He expressed confidence that the news platform would...