21/12/2024
Srinagar, December 21 (KIP)-A ceremonial event was organized at the Range Police Headquarters (RPHQ) Anantnag to mark the promotion of DySP Sheikh Ghulam Jeelani. The piping ceremony was presided over by DIG SKR Shri Javid Iqbal Matoo and SSP Anantnag Dr. G.V. Sundeep Chakravarthy, who officially adorned the officer with his new rank.
Congratulating the newly promoted officer, DIG SKR and SSP Anantnag praised DySP Sheikh Ghulam Jeelani for his dedication, professionalism, and exemplary ser...
21/12/2024
Jammu, December 21 (KIP)-Joint Action Committee of Reserved Categories under the aegis of Jammu & Kashmir Reserved Categories Empowerment Alliance, a frontal organization of SCSTOBCs in a heavily attended Press conference including members of various socio-religious groups, Ex-ULB members, Sarpanches, Panches, Social activist, retirees and youths severely criticized and condemned uncalled for remarks given by Home Minister of the country in Lok Sabha, quoting Babasaheb Dr. B.R. Ambedkar un...
21/12/2024
Jammu, December 21 (KIP)- A high-level meeting of the Jammu and Kashmir Pahari Cultural and Welfare Forum was convened on Friday in Jammu, the winter capital. The meeting brought together prominent political and social figures, intellectuals, and youth from the Pahari community, transcending political affiliations. Senior forum member and former MLA of Kalakote, Ashok Kumar Sharma, presided over the session, which included former cabinet ministers, legislators, lawyers, and other eminent soci...
21/12/2024
Jammu, December 21 (KIP)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today extended his heartiest congratulations to the Vice Chancellor, faculty, staff, scholars and students of University of Jammu for attaining the coveted A++ Grade from NAAC, securing an exceptional score of 3.72.
In a social media post, the Lieutenant Governor said the outstanding accomplishment of the University of Jammu has made J&K proud.
The Lieutenant Governor has posted on X:
“The University of Jammu has achieved ...
20/12/2024
Jammu, December 20 (KIP)- Minister for Youth Services and Sports, Satish Sharma, today declared open 37th Sub Junior National Softball Championship at MA Stadium, Jammu.
The championship has brought together 38 teams from 24 states, with over 1,000 players and technical officials participating in this prestigious event. The event is being organised by the J&K Softball Association in collaboration with the J&K Sports Council under the aegis of Softball Association of India.
The vibrant i...
20/12/2024
Jammu, December 20 (KIP)- Minister for Food Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Youth Services and Sports, Transport, Science and Technology, Information Technology, ARI and Trainings, Satish Sharma, today assumed charge as President of J&K Bharat Scouts & Guides in presence of National Commissioner, Bharat Scouts & Guides Wing, Cdr M.M Joshi.
Chief State Commissioner J&K Bharat Scouts & Guides, R.S Tara, Former State Commissioner, J&K Bharat Scouts & Guides I.D Soni and State Training Co...
20/12/2024
Jammu, December 20 (KIP)-In a significant spotlight on regional talent, the Slamdance Film Festival, known for its dedication to independent filmmakers, will feature a documentary from the Chenab Valley in Jammu and Kashmir. "Only if the Baby Cries..." marks a proud moment for the region, with its creators, Shadab Farooq, Sahib Goni, and Anzer Ayoob, bringing their unique story to the international stage.
The film, set to have its North American premiere at the festival, delves into the li...
20/12/2024
Baramulla ,December 20 (KIP)-Deputy Commissioner (DC) Baramulla, Minga Sherpa handed-over a cheque of Rs.2.47 lakh from the Red Cross Society to the Chief Medical Officer Baramulla to provide nutritional support to tuberculosis (TB) patients under the Nikshay Poshan Yojana.
The Nikshay Poshan Yojana scheme aims to enhance the nutritional status of TB patients, aiding their recovery and overall well-being.
On the occasion, the DC also distributed nutritional baskets to two TB patients, s...
19/12/2024
Srinagar, December 19 (KIP)-The Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Vijay Kumar Bidhuri on Thursday chaired a meeting of Srinagar Smart City Limited to review implementation of National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) in Srinagar.
He also reviewed developmental works being executed under NCAP, proposal plans and Saving Action Plan.
Besides CEO SSCL/Commissioner SMC, Dr Owais Ahmad and Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Dr Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat, the meeting was attended by senior officers of...
19/12/2024
Jammu, December 19 (KIP)-Minister for Youth Services and Sports, J&K, Satish Sharma, today extended felicitations to the J&K Roller Skating team for their 6th consecutive win in the 62nd National Roller Skating Championship held in Mysuru and Coimbatore from December 5 to December 15, 2024.
The Sports Minister appreciated the athletes, saying “Winning 23 medals in a national championship is no small feat. These skaters have made the region proud with their achievements. Their hard work and...
19/12/2024
Jammu, December 19 (KIP)- Chief Justice, High Court of J&K and Ladakh and Patron-in-Chief, J&K Legal Services Authority, Tashi Rabstan, today chaired an interactive session organised by the J&K Legal Services Authority in collaboration with DLSA Samba and Dogra Law College, Bari Brahmana.
The event was aimed at educating and empowering law students about their critical role in fostering justice, promoting awareness and addressing pressing societal challenges.
The Chief Justice was accom...
19/12/2024
Srinagar, December 19 (KIP)- Former Minister and senior Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader, Naeem Akhtar, has voiced strong opposition to the proposed Goods and Services Tax (GST) hike on Kashmiri shawls from 12% to 28%, warning that such a move would devastate Kashmir’s fragile economy and leave thousands of artisans in distress.
In a statement, Akhtar described the tax increase as a severe blow to an already struggling sector, calling it an "attempt to crush the artistic genius of Kas...
19/12/2024
Srinagar,December 19 (KIP)-The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar on Thursday organized a grand reception, including a high tea, to celebrate its cricket team's victory in the 'All-India Inter-NIT Faculty and Staff Cricket Tournament' played at Silchar Assam.
The tournament, hosted by NIT Silchar in Assam, concluded on Wednesday, where NIT Srinagar triumphed over NIT Hamirpur by 23 runs in a thrilling final. This year’s competition saw participation from 21 NITs across India...
19/12/2024
Srinagar, December 19 (KIP)-SIA Kashmir today filed a supplementary chargesheet against Mian Abdul Qayoom, Sr. Lawyer and former President High Court Bar Association (HCBA) Kashmir in the much publicized Babar Qadri murder case before the 3rd Addl. Sessions Judge (Special Judge U/S 22 NIA Act) Jammu. Babar Qadri, a promising Srinagar based young lawyer in his late twenties, was gunned down by the terrorists at his residence, Zahidpura (Hawal) Srinagar, on 24.09.2020.
Briefly stated, Babar ...
18/12/2024
Jammu, December 18 (KIP)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha chaired the 73rd Meeting of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB), today at Raj Bhawan.
The meeting was attended by Members of the Board- Mahamandleshwar Swami Vishveshvaranand Giriji Maharaj; Shri Baleshwar Rai, Dr Ashok Bhan, Shri Kul Bhushan Ahuja, Dr Neelam Sareen, Shri K.K Sharma, Shri Suresh Kumar Sharma and Shri Raghu K. Mehta.
Dr Mandeep K. Bhandari, Principal Secretary to Lieutenant Governor and Sh Anshul Gar...
18/12/2024
Srinagar, December 18 (KIP)-Former Chief Minister and PDP President Mehbooba Mufti has raised serious concerns regarding the proposed 3,300 crore Rajouri-Baramulla Highway Project, calling it a potential “environmental and economic disaster in the making.” The highway, planned to connect Rajouri in Jammu to Baramulla in Kashmir through the fragile Pir Panjal range, has sparked debates over its ecological and social consequences.
Mehbooba Mufti, addressing the media, said, “While we welco...
18/12/2024
Srinagar, December 17 (KIP)- Vice Chancellor, Cluster University Srinagar (CUS), Prof. Mohammad Mobin chaired the 6th Academic Council meeting of the University here today.
During the meeting detailed deliberations were held on different aspects of the University besides several other important proposals were also discussed in detail for future procedural clearances.
The meeting was attended by special invitees like Dean Faculty of Social Sciences, Aligarh Muslim University, Prof. Nisar...
18/12/2024
Jammu, December 17 (KIP)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated the MRI and CT Scan Center at Swami Vivekananda Medical Mission (SVMM) Charitable Hospital in Ambphalla, Jammu. Member of Legislative Assembly (Udhampur East) Pawan Gupta, President SVMM Charitable Hospital Anil Gupta, Patron Dr. Subash Gupta, President Jammu Chamber of Commerce & Industry Arun Gupta, along with members of the hospital’s managing committee, faculty, staff, and other dignitaries were present on the occasi...
17/12/2024
New Delhi,December 17 (KIP)-J&K Additional Resident Commissioner (ARC), New Delhi, Anil Sharma, today felicitated Ankush Kohli from Department of Hospitality & Protocol and Gagan Singh Jamwal from Department of Information and Public Relations for clinching gold medal in the 62nd National Roller Skating Championship held at Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.
Complimenting the promising players for their 6th consecutive win in the National tourney, Anil Sharma termed the victory of Ankush and Gagan an...
17/12/2024
Jammu, December 17 (KIP)-The Central Govt Pensioners’ Welfare Association, Jammu (CGPWA) today celebrated the 42rd National Pensioners’ Welfare Association with gaiety and enthusiasm. Former Chief Secretary B R Kundal was the Chief Guest and President of CGPWA and former CVC & DGP Kuldeep Khoda presided over the function. Among others present included the Patron S. S. Wazir, Dr. Ashok Bhan, former DGP, Ashok Angurana, former Secretary, Govt of India, and B R Sharma former Chief Secretary.
Th...
17/12/2024
Jammu, December 17 (KIP)-Rajni Sethi, Spokesperson, J&K BJP criticized the NC government over the non-fulfilment of poll promises made with the public during the Assembly elections even after the 2 Months of formation of Government in Jammu & Kashmir.
Rajni Sethi, Spokesperson, J&K BJP accompanied by Reema Padha, General Secretary, Mahila Morcha was addressing a press conference at party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu.
Rajni Sethi pointed out that NC government is least concerned ...