17/10/2026
Geneva, October 17(KIP)-Condemning the murder of a journalist in Bangladesh, the global media safety and rights body, Press Emblem Campaign (PEC) demanded a fair probe by the authorities in Dhaka. Reacting to local media reports about the shooting down of Lutfuzzaman Fakir Alif by miscreants in Netrakona locality on 15 October, the PEC asked Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman for a credible investigation so that the culprits can be booked under the law.
Alif, 45, who used to wor...
16/10/2026
Srinagar, October 16 (KIP)- Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a meeting of the Multi-Disciplinary Committee (MDC) on Traffic Management to review the implementation of a comprehensive action plan aimed at easing traffic congestion, improving urban mobility and strengthening road safety in the twin cities of Jammu and Srinagar.
The meeting reviewed the Action Taken Report on the recommendations of the Supreme Court Committee on Road Safety (SCCoRS), besides assessing the progress ...
16/10/2026
Ganderbal, October 15 (KIP)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today reviewed the overall development scenario in Ganderbal district, inaugurated five completed development projects worth ₹16.72 crore and laid foundation stones for two new projects worth ₹41.54 crore, taking the total value of the projects to ₹58.26 crore.
The projects include improved road connectivity, a new school building, a bridge over the River Jhelum and a multi-purpose auction platform at the Fruit and Vegetable Mandi, Zaz...
16/10/2026
Srinagar, October 15 (KIP)- In a significant push towards agricultural modernisation and enhanced farm productivity, Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today approved a revised Annual Action Plan (AAP) worth ₹13.76 crore for 2026–27 under the Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM) component of the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (PM-RKVY).
The meeting was attended by the Additional Chief Secretary, Agriculture Production Department; Secretary, Rural Development Department...
16/10/2026
Srinagar, October 15 (KIP)-The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha congratulated Jammu Kashmir Police on the successful completion of Jashn-e-Dal-2026. In a message, the Lieutenant Governor said that sports is the celebration of human capability, perseverance and collective aspiration. Appreciating the enthusiasm of the athletes and the efforts of the Jammu Kashmir Police, the Lieutenant Governor said that sports not only produce champions but also instil determination, patience and courage...
16/10/2026
Ganderbal, October 15 (KIP)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated the 70th National School Games at the Government College of Physical Education, Ganderbal, welcoming young athletes from 23 States and Union Territories and calling for greater recognition, support and opportunities for sports beyond cricket.
The five-day sporting event features Under-17 boys’ and girls’ competitions in Wushu and Taekwondo, bringing together promising young talent from across the country.
Welcoming...
16/10/2026
Katra,October 15 (KIP)-All India Devotional Song Competition as a part of Navratra Festival 2026 being organized by SMVD Shrine Board, Deptt. of J&K Tourism, PTC Network in association with SMVD Narayana Super Speciality Hospital, J&K Bank, Nice Gems, Nidheesh Builders Jammu Pvt. Ltd. 92.7 Big FM, Yog Ashram Complex with active support of District Administration and the local host Community entered in its 04th day today, was inaugurated at Yog Ashram Complex in the evening by lighting of a ...
16/10/2026
Jammu, October 15, 2026 (KIP)-The Prem Nath Bhat Memorial Trust (PNBMT) conferred the prestigious Prem Nath Bhat Amateur Journalist Award 2026 upon Shri Shesh Paul Vaid, former Director General of Jammu and Kashmir Police, and Shri Omkar Nath Koul, former Principal and regular contributor to newspapers on community and national affairs, at a function held at the Writers Club, Abhinav Theatre, Jammu.
Justice Tashi Rabstan, former Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh...
14/10/2026
Katra,October 14 (KIP)-All India Devotional Song Competition as a part of Navratra Festival 2026 being organized by SMVD Shrine Board, Deptt. of J&K Tourism, PTC Network in association with SMVD Narayana Super Speciality Hospital, J&K Bank, Nice Gems, Nidheesh Builders Jammu Pvt. Ltd. 92.7 Big FM, Yog Ashram Complex with active support of District Administration and the local host Community entered in its 03rd day today, was inaugurated at Yog Ashram Complex in the evening by lighting of a...
14/10/2026
Jammu, October 14 (KIP)-BJP National General Secretary, J&K Prabhari and Rajya Sabha MP Dr. Satish Poonia asserted that Jammu and Kashmir occupies a special place in the national consciousness, emphasizing that the BJP’s historic commitment to national integration, development and public service continues to shape the region’s future. Addressing an organizational meeting at the BJP headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, he called upon party leaders to strengthen their public outreach and capital...
13/10/2026
Srinagar, October 13 (KIP)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today reviewed arrangements for the Darbar Move Session 2026–27 at a high-level meeting, directing all concerned departments to ensure a smooth, secure and well-coordinated transition of offices from Srinagar to Jammu, along with adequate facilities for employees.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, Additional Chief Secretary, Estates, Shaleen Kabra, Additional Ch...
13/10/2026
Katra, October 13 (KIP)-All India Devotional Song Competition as a part of Navratra Festival 2026 being organized by SMVD Shrine Board, Deptt. of J&K Tourism, PTC Network in association with SMVD Narayana Super Speciality Hospital, J&K Bank, Nice Gems, Nidheesh Builders Jammu Pvt. Ltd. 92.7 Big FM, Yog Ashram Complex with active support of District Administration and the local host Community entered in its 02nd day today, was inaugurated at Yog Ashram Complex in the evening by lighting of a t...
13/10/2026
Srinagar, October 13 (KIP)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today met several delegations and individuals at the Civil Secretariat here and discussed issues relating to film promotion, industrial infrastructure, regional development, education and youth empowerment.
Onir, filmmaker associated with Anticlock Films, Mumbai, called on the Chief Minister and discussed matters concerning the promotion and development of the film sector in Jammu and Kashmir.
A delegation comprising Lokesh Kumar ...
12/10/2026
Srinagar, October 12(KIP)-Mamta Yadav, IAS today assumed the charge as Director Information, Jammu and Kashmir, and held an introductory interaction with officers and officials of the Directorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR).
During the interaction, the Director underscored the pivotal role of the Information Department in ensuring effective communication between the Government and the public, emphasizing the need for transparency, accuracy, timeliness and wider outreach in t...
12/10/2026
Srinagar, October 12(KIP)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today called for a practical and balanced approach to sustainable mountain development, stressing that environmental protection, economic growth and people’s livelihoods must go hand in hand.
The Chief Minister was speaking after inaugurating the 13th Sustainable Mountain Development Summit, jointly organised by SKUAST-Kashmir and the Integrated Mountain Initiative, in collaboration with the Jammu and Kashmir Science, Technology and I...
12/10/2026
Katra, October 11 (KIP)-Chief Secretary, Jammu and Kashmir, Atal Dulloo, today inaugurated Navratra Festival 2026 at Yog Ashram Ground, Katra, marking the commencement of the nine-day celebrations being held from October 11 to 19. The inaugural ceremony brought together devotion, cultural heritage and traditional festivities in the holy town of Katra, the base camp for the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi pilgrimage.
The festival is being organised by the Directorate of Tourism Jammu in collaboration...
10/10/2026
Srinagar, October 10(KIP)- Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg today chaired a meeting to review the preparations for the 3rd Edition of the Kashmir Marathon, taking stock of the arrangements being made by the nodal Tourism Department and other stakeholder departments for the smooth and successful conduct of the event.
The meeting was attended by the Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Director Tourism, and officers from the departments of Information, PHE, KPDCL, R&B, SMC, YSS, Heal...
10/10/2026
Jammu, October 10(KIP)-The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today addressed the Valedictory Session of the J&K Global Capability Centre (GCC) Summit 2026. He said that Jammu Kashmir is poised to emerge as a significant destination for Global Capability Centres, driven by its young talent, improving infrastructure, investor-friendly policies and growing innovation ecosystem.
Congratulating IIM Jammu, NASSCOM, partner institutions and the administration for successfully organising the...
10/10/2026
New Delhi,October 10(KIP)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today called for a future-ready education system that prepares children for life beyond examinations, equipping them with critical thinking, digital literacy, adaptability and a strong sense of responsibility.
The Chief Minister was addressing the School Leader of the Year 2026 Summit & Awards in New Delhi, which brought together leading educators, school principals and institutional heads to celebrate excellence, innovation and leade...
09/10/2026
Katra,October 09 (KIP)-A meeting of the Navratra Festival’s All India Devotional Song Competition Committee, organised by the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board, J&K Tourism and PTC Network, was held here today under the chairmanship of Rakesh Wazir, Chairman of the Competition Committee, to review and finalise preparations for the mega event.
Speaking on the occasion, Rakesh Wazir said that this year’s competition assumes special significance as it marks the 25th edition — the Silver Jub...
08/10/2026
New Delhi, October 08 (KIP)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today attended the 57th meeting of the GST Council, chaired by Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman, in New Delhi.
The meeting was attended by Chief Ministers and Finance Ministers from across the country, along with senior officials of the Ministry of Finance, Government of India.
The Council held detailed deliberations on key GST-related issues, with discussions focused on strengthening the fiscal ca...
08/10/2026
Jammu, October 08 (KIP)- A press conference was organized on 8 October 2026 ahead of the J&K GCC Summit 2026, organized by the Indian Institute of Management Jammu in collaboration with the Government of Jammu and Kashmir, with NASSCOM as the Knowledge Partner. The press conference provided an overview of the summit, its objectives, key focus areas, and its broader vision of positioning Jammu and Kashmir as India’s emerging destination for Global Capability Centres (GCCs).
The J&K GCC S...
08/10/2026
Srinagar, October 08 (KIP)- Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today reviewed the status of readiness for development and operationalisation of National Waterways across Jammu & Kashmir, taking comprehensive appraisal of the onshore infrastructure being developed by the Indian Port Rail & Ropeway Corporation Limited (IPRCL) and the river ecosystem and navigation facilities being prepared by the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI).
The meeting besides the ACS, PWD and Chairperson, IWAI ...
08/10/2026
Srinagar, October 08 (KIP)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today termed the notification of the Jammu & Kashmir City Gas Distribution (CGD) Policy, 2026 a major step towards expanding access to clean fuel, strengthening industrial competitiveness and modernising the energy infrastructure of Jammu & Kashmir.
Notified following its approval by the Council of Ministers, the policy establishes a clear, investor-friendly and time-bound framework for expanding the use of Piped Natural Gas (PNG) an...
07/10/2026
Srinagar/Jammu, October 07 (KIP)- The spirit of service, patriotism and nation-building echoed across Jammu & Kashmir as the Bharatiya Janata Party organized the ‘Seva Jyoti Yatra’ and ‘Viksit Bharat Sankalp Sabhas’ across the Union Territory under the ongoing Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, marking 25 years of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s public service and dedication to the nation.
The main programme was held at KK Resort, Jammu, where BJP J&K President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma (CA), General ...