09/09/2026
Jammu, September 09 (KIP)-J&K BJP Mahila Morcha State General Secretary Poonam Gupta said that the International Film Festival being held in Kashmir is a welcome initiative that can open new doors of dreams, creativity and opportunities for the daughters and women of Jammu and Kashmir.
Poonam Gupta said that Jammu and Kashmir has immense talent among its women and girls, who have the ability to excel in different fields of art, culture, cinema, music, photography, writing and other creativ...
09/09/2026
Srinagar, September 09 (KIP)-The Institution of Engineers (India), Jammu & Kashmir State Centre (IEI-JKSC), organized a webinar in commemoration of Royal Charter Day on the theme “Role of Engineering Bodies in the Development of Jammu & Kashmir” on Wednesday.
The programme brought together engineering professionals and experts from across the country to deliberate upon the role of engineering institutions in promoting infrastructure development, technical excellence, sustainable development...
09/09/2026
Srinagar, September 09 (KIP)-The Apex Committee of Mission YUVA (Youth Upliftment and Vibrant Advancement) met under Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, and reviewed the milestones achieved since the last Committee meeting held in May 2026, with particular focus on the four broad dimensions of the Mission including Culture, Capital, Capacity, and Connectivity through digital commerce and market access.
The meeting was attended by Additional Chief Secretary, Finance; Managing Director, J&K Bank; ...
09/09/2026
Srinagar/Leh, September 09 (KIP)-Dr. Justice Pushpendra Singh Bhati was sworn in as the 39th Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh at a solemn function held at SKUAST, Srinagar, on Wednesday.
The oath of office was administered to Dr. Justice Bhati by Vinai Kumar Saxena, Lieutenant Governor of UT of Ladakh with additional charge of UT of Jammu & Kashmir. The proceedings were conducted by Shashanka Ala, Secretary to Lieutenant Governor, UT of Ladakh, while the Warr...
08/09/2026
Srinagar, September 08 (KIP)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today watched Mirzapur: The Movie at INOX Multiplex, Shivpora, Srinagar, as one of the films being screened during the ongoing International Film Festival Jammu & Kashmir (IFFJK), being held under the theme ‘Rang-e-Cinema’.
The screening provided the Chief Minister an opportunity to experience the festival’s celebration of cinema alongside film enthusiasts and audiences. The IFFJK, which was inaugurated by Chief Minister Omar Abdull...
08/09/2026
Srinagar, September 08 (KIP)-The second day of the first International Film Festival of Jammu & Kashmir (IFFJK-2026) witnessed an engaging policy dialogue on the prospects of building a sustainable cinematic ecosystem in the Union Territory, with Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo emphasising the need to create an enabling environment for local talent, filmmaking, film education and investment.
Participating in a panel discussion on “How the J&K Film Policy, Single-Window Clearances, and Incentiv...
08/09/2026
Jammu, September 08 (KIP)-Secretary in Agriculture Production Department, Nitu Gupta today chaired a review meeting in the Conference Hall of Directorate of Agriculture Jammu to assess the physical and financial progress achieved under UT Capex Budget 2026-27 (Regular Capex), NABARD, HADP, JKCIP, CSS and SASCI in the Division.
The meeting was attended by the officers from the Agriculture Production Department including Director Command Area Development Jammu, Director Planning Agricultur...
08/09/2026
Srinagar, September 08 (KIP)- Five films, helmed by directors from Jammu and Kashmir, have been selected for the J&K Select Section, the competitive category of the 1st International Film Festival of Jammu & Kashmir (IFFJK), 2026.
The films were recommended by the Preview Committee constituted for the festival, following a review of submissions and assessment of their artistic merit and suitability for the competitive section. The selection reflects a diverse range of narratives, genres an...
08/09/2026
Srinagar, September 07 (KIP)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated the first International Film Festival of Jammu & Kashmir (IFFJK) at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC), marking a new chapter in Jammu & Kashmir’s long and enduring relationship with cinema.
The four-day festival brings together filmmakers, artists, delegates and cinema enthusiasts from across the world, with participation from over 30 countries and more than 130 films being showcased during...
08/09/2026
Srinagar, September 07 (KIP)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today met a delegation of UNICEF India, representatives of the Association of Domestic Tour Operators of India (ADTOI), Business Network International (BNI) Jammu Kashmir and the organising team of TEDx NIT Srinagar here at Raabita.
The UNICEF delegation comprising Deputy Representative, Programme, UNICEF India, Jesper Moller; Child Protection Specialist, UNICEF India Country Office, Sharmila Ray; and Child Protection Specialist and...
07/09/2026
Srinagar, September 07 (KIP)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today addressed the IIT (BHU) Global Alumni Meet in Chicago, Illinois, USA.
Paying tributes to Mahamana Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya, the Lieutenant Governor highlighted the visionary legacy of Mahamana and his monumental contributions to advancing engineering education and industrializing India.
He said that Mahamana’s ideals and vision continue to inspire generations to advance technology, strengthen the economy and se...
06/09/2026
Srinagar, September 06 (KIP)-A one day training programme for the Referral Judges was conducted today at the Jammu & Kashmir Judicial Academy, Srinagar, in hybrid mode under the aegis of the Mediation & Conciliation Committee (MCC), High Court of J&K and Ladakh, in compliance with the directions of the Supreme Court in view of the “Mediation for the Nation 3.0” Drive.
In the inaugural address, Mr. Justice Rajnesh Oswal while addressing the participants described the programme as a focuse...
06/09/2026
Srinagar, September 06 (KIP)-The 1st International Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir (IFFJK)–2026 is set to witness the coming together of an exceptional panel of filmmakers, cinematographers, sound designers, curators, producers and educators from India and abroad, reflecting the festival’s commitment to showcasing cinema of the highest artistic and creative standards.
The festival will also bring together Padma Shri awardee Director and Producer, Ramesh Sippy, known for blockbuster m...
05/09/2026
Jammu, September 05 (KIP)- The District Congress Committee Jammu Urban today organised a “Chopal Pe Charcha” programme at Chattha, Jammu Urban, as part of its ongoing campaign against the “Chanda Chori” issue, while directly connecting with the people and highlighting issues affecting the public across Jammu and Kashmir, led by JKPCC President and Hon’ble MLA Tariq Hameed Karra, along with Working President PCC Raman Bhalla and Former Minister & President DCC Jammu Urban and Yogesh Sawhney, D...
05/09/2026
Jammu, September 05 (KIP)-In continuation of its sustained democratic campaign for justice, political security and a permanent solution to the plight of displaced Kashmiri Pandits, Panun Kashmir today observed a one-day Anshan Sankalp at Press Club, Dogra Chowk, Jammu, with 108 activists undertaking a token fast and reaffirming their resolve to pursue the organisation's five-point charter of demands.
The programme was organised in continuation of Panun Kashmir's major mobilisation at Jantar ...
03/09/2026
Srinagar, September 03 (KIP)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha,JK CM Omar Abdulla extended their heartiest greetings on the auspicious occasion of Shri Krishna Janmashtami, which will be celebrated tomorrow, on September 04, 2026.
In a message, the Lieutenant Governor said: “On the joyous occasion of Shri Krishna Janmashtami, I extend my heartiest greetings and best wishes to all.
The life and teachings of Lord Krishna carry a universal message celebrating the ultimate victory of ...
03/09/2026
Srinagar, September 03 (KIP)- Chief Secretary, Jammu and Kashmir, Atal Dulloo chaired a meeting to comprehensively review the quality and disposal of grievances lodged by Kashmiri migrant property holders across all ten districts of the Kashmir Division under The Jammu and Kashmir Migrant Immovable Property (Preservation, Protection and Restraint on Distress Sales) Act, 1997.
The meeting was attended by Principal Secretary, Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation & Reconstruction (DMRR...
03/09/2026
Srinagar, September 03 (KIP)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today laid the foundation stone for developmental works at Kashmir Government Polytechnic, Srinagar, and e-inaugurated infrastructure upgrades worth ₹4.20 crore across Government Polytechnics in Kishtwar, Ramban, Kulgam and Kupwara.
Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister called for greater focus on skill development and vocational education, stressing that preparing youth for the future job market must go hand in hand with ...
03/09/2026
Srinagar, September 03 (KIP)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today reviewed the status and implementation status for introduction of inland water transport on the rivers Jhelum and Chenab, besides the rollout of electric mobility infrastructure under the Government of India’s PM E-DRIVE scheme in J&K.
The meeting besides ACS, PWD was attended by Secretary, Transport; Divisional Commissioner, Jammu/Kashmir; VC, LCMA; Representative from IWAI and other concerned officers.
Reviewing the prog...
03/09/2026
Srinagar, September 03 (KIP)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today met several individuals and delegations at the Civil Secretariat here and discussed matters concerning governance, financial oversight and energy infrastructure in Jammu and Kashmir.
The Chief Minister met Sunilraj Somarajan, who recently assumed charge as Principal Accountant General (Audit), Jammu & Kashmir.
Discussions focused on institutional audit practices, financial oversight and measures to further strengthen transp...
03/09/2026
Srinagar, September 03 (KIP)-The Forty-First National Convention of Chemical Engineers and National Seminar, organised by the Institution of Engineers (India), J&K State Centre, concluded today in Srinagar with extensive technical deliberations on sustainable engineering, emerging technologies and the evolving role of chemical engineers in addressing contemporary industrial and environmental challenges.
The two-day national convention, held on the theme “Biomass: A Sustainable Resource for D...
02/09/2026
Srinagar, September 02 (KIP)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today reviewed the progress of the Jammu & Kashmir Infrastructure and Connectivity Development Programme, encompassing a massive portfolio of National Highways, tunnels, flyovers, viaducts, bridges, ring roads and other strategic connectivity projects being executed across the Union Territory through BRO, NHAI, NHIDCL and the Public Works (R&B) Department.
The comprehensive review also covered a substantial pipeline of projects at ...
02/09/2026
Anantnag, September 02 (KIP)- Member Legislative Assembly, Ghulam Ahmad Mir, today inaugurated Inter-District Provincial Level Cricket Tournament for Under-17 Girls at Verinag, Anantnag.
On the occasion, he appreciated the efforts of the Department of Youth Services & Sports in providing young girls with a structured platform to showcase their sporting talent and pursue excellence in cricket.
The inaugural ceremony at the scenic Verinag venue added a special dimension to the sporting even...