Brighter Kashmir
India to launch Smart Border project along Pak, BD borders to curb infiltration: Amit Shah
New Delhi, May 22: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday said the government will launch a “smart border” project in the next year to make the 6,000 km fronts with Pakistan and Bangladesh impenetrable and ensure that the “conspiracy” to change the...
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Nutrition of young generation will shape our future: Sinha
Jammu, May 21: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha on Thursday laid the foundation stone of Akshaya Patra’s centralized kitchen facility in Katra. Once operational, this facility will provide 5000 nutritious meals to school children every day. On the...
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Peace key to development, police ensured secure environment in J&K: Sinha
Jammu, May 20: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha on Wednesday presented appointment letters to newly appointed constables of Jammu & Kashmir Police. On the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor urged the new recruits to dedicate themselves to defending the...
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Will hunt down narco terrorists, drug peddlers in deepest hideouts: Sinha
‘Drug money fuels terrorism & radicalization in J&K’ Pulwama, May 19: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday joined the people's movement against drugs in Pulwama and addressed the citizens. He urged the people to strike the final blow against...
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Self-enumerate household details & fulfil civic duty: Sinha to people
Srinagar, May 17: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha completed his self-enumeration on Sunday, marking the beginning of the House listing and Housing Census (HLO) operations in the UT of Jammu Kashmir. Lieutenant Governor said that census 2027 assumes...
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INDIA READY TO EXTEND ALL POSSIBLE SUPPORT FOR PEACE : PM MODI IN UAE
New Delhi, May 15: India Narendra Modi said on Friday during his talks with UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The Modi-Al Nahyan meeting took place shortly after the prime minister landed in the Gulf nation in the first leg of his...
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J&K witnessing peace, dev; PoJK suffering neglect: Sinha
Srinagar, May 14: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday inaugurated the 'Shaurya Gatha' Complex at SM Hill in Tangdhar, Karnah in Kupwara district. The initiative marked a significant milestone in the promotion of battlefield tourism, heritage...
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CONSISTENT ACTION CRIPPLING NARCO-TERRORIST NETWORKS: SINHA
People's movement transforming into revolution against narcotics Srinagar, May 13: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha on Wednesday joined ‘NashaMukt Jammu Kashmir Campaign' Padyatra in Kupwara. The Lieutenant Governor also addressed a public...
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Centre launches 2nd tranche of e-auction for 12 limestone blocks in J&K
Srinagar, May 12: The Ministry of Mines on Tuesday launched the second tranche of e-auction of limestone blocks in Jammu and Kashmir at Srinagar, marking a major step towards transparent, sustainable, and investor-friendly mineral development in the...
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SOMNATH TEMPLE IS A BEACON OF NATION: SINHA
Srinagar, May 11: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha on Monday performed puja on Somnath Swabhiman Parv, a celebration of 1,000 years of unbroken faith and unyielding resolve. He also attended a public event organized on the occasion at Lok Bhavan. The...
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Sinha vows complete eradication of all forms of terrorism from J&K
Peace & progress enjoyed by J&K citizens results of unwavering resolve, sacrifices made by police men Srinagar, May 10: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday handed over appointment Letters to the newly recruited Constables of Jammu Kashmir Police...
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Future wars will be won by innovation, synergy: Rajnath
New Delhi, May 8: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday said Operation Sindoor ref lected India's “collective resolve and new military ethos”, describing it as a “short-duration, deep-penetration, highintensity and high-impact” operation that...
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J&K Police, J&K Bank sign historic addendum to strengthen welfare measures
Peace, stability has come at tremendous cost borne by JKP personnel: Srinagar, May 7: J&K Police and J&K Bank signed a historic addendum to their 2023 MoU, boosting welfare for NoK of martyrs, serving personnel and SPOs, ensuring enhanced insurance...
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400 arrested, 700 kgs drugs seized in Kashmir
Srinagar, May 6: The 100-day “Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan”, launched by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on April 11 has delivered major enforcement results by Jammu and Kashmir police in Kashmir, marking a strong and sustained crackdown on the...
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Sinha pledges sweeping action against drug smugglers
Announces ‘Parents Brigade’ in every village & city Society must accept truth that many boys & girls are in grip of narcotics Budgam, May 5: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday joined a large people's movement in Budgam as part of the...
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BJP sweeps Bengal, retains Assam for third time
New Delhi, May 4: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) swept the Bengal Assembly polls, taking its tally well past the two-thirds majority mark in the 294-member assembly. According to Election Commission data, the BJP's vote share has risen sharply to...
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Vaishnaw flags off JammuSrinagar Vande Bharat Express
Srinagar, April 30: Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday flagged off the first direct Vande Bharat Express from Jammu to Srinagar and promised to focus on connecting remote areas like Poonch, Rajouri and Uri to the country’s rail...
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Sinha orders fortifying security grid to tackle emerging threats
Jammu, April 29: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha on Wednesday chaired a high-level meeting to review the security scenario, progress on Nasha Mukt J&K Abhiyaan and District wise preparations for the forthcoming pilgrimages. The meeting was attended...
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KP community endured genocide, was uprooted from ancestral soil: Sinha
‘They left behind all material possessions, carrying only light of culture, tradition, faith, education & language’ BK NEWS SERVICE Jammu, April 28: Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha on Tuesday launched the book ‘The Waves of Resilience, Story of...
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WE VOW TO SHIELD OUR YOUTH FROM DRUG MENACE: SINHA
‘J&K now rising with renewed strength to reject drug menace that corrodes our society’ Jammu, April 27: “In the war against drugs, unity will be our shield, resolve our weapon. Let us commit to shaping a Jammu Kashmir where young people carve free...
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Sinha calls for peoples’ movement to make J&K free from drugs
In Jammu region, drugs worth Cr seized, movable & immovable assets worth Rs 1 Cr attached; 187 driving licences & 4 vehicle registrations cancelled Jammu, April 24: The Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha on Friday launched 'Drug-Free J&K Campaign' in...
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INDIA WILL NEVER BOW TO ANY FORM OF TERROR: PM
New Delhi, April 22: On the first anniversary of the Pahalgam terror attack, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday asserted that India will never bow to any form of terror and the heinous designs of terrorists will never succeed. The terrorists...
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Govt's war against drugs gains public support, crackdown intensifies
Srinagar, April 21: In a sweeping move aimed at curbing the rising drug menace in Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has launched an intensive anti-drug drive “Nasha Mukht J&K Abhiyan” and strong crackdown on drug networks to eliminate...
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21 killed as bus falls into gorge in Udhampur
Jammu, April 20: At least 21 people were killed and several others injured after a passenger bus they were travelling in skidded off the road and fell into a gorge in Udhampur district on Monday. Police officials said a passenger, which was on its way...
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We don’t disturb anyone but don’t spare those who attack us: Rajnath
Radhapuram (Tamil Nadu), April 19: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday said India does not disturb anyone but does not spare those who attack it, remarks made in reference to Operation Sindoor. His comments came days ahead of the first...
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LG Sinha calls for selfless service, urges collective fight against drug abuse
‘Our aim should be selfless service to neighbor, city around us & nation that unites us’ Jammu, April 14: Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday underscored the importance of selfless service, calling on people to work collectively for...
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Parliament set to script history on Women’s reservation: PM Modi
‘India’s Nari Shakti reached new heights through their hard work, courage & confidence’ New Delhi, April 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday declared that India stands on the cusp of a historic decision on women's political representation,...
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57-day Amarnath yatra to commence from July 3: LG Sinha
Jammu, April 12: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday announced that Amarnath Yatra will commence this year on July 3 and conclude on Raksha Bandhan (August 28), spanning a total of 57 days. He said the Pratham Puja, to invoke the blessings of...
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LG Sinha inaugurates J&K Bank’s Regional Business Centre at Jmu
Jammu, April 7: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday inaugurated the Regional Business Centre of Jammu Kashmir Bank at Rail Head Complex, Jammu. The Lieutenant Governor congratulated and extended his felicitations to the entire team of J&K Bank...
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Rain, snow likely in J&K from today: MeT
Srinagar, April 6: The Meteorological Department Kashmir has predicted a wet spell across Jammu and Kashmir with intermittent light to moderate rain from Tuesday to Wednesday evening. According to the MeT forecast, a few places in both Jammu division...
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MeT forecasts rain, thunderstorms & gusty winds in J&K
Srinagar, April 5: Rain and snowfall is likely across Jammu and Kashmir on April 7 and 8 with the MeT warning of thunderstorms, hailstorms, and gusty winds that may impact normal life in several areas. According to the MeT forecast, wind speeds are...
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LG orders time-bound magisterial probe into Ganderbal encounter
Srinagar, April 3: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor on Friday ordered a magisterial inquiry into the death of a man, whom army says was a terrorist and killed in an encounter at Arhama, Ganderbal on April 1. A family from Chuntwaliwar Lar in...
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1979 power pact with Punjab a sovereign commitment, must be fully implemented: CM
Jammu, April 2: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said the 1979 agreement between the Governments of Jammu & Kashmir and Punjab is a sovereign commitment that must be honoured in letter and spirit. The CM made these remarks on the f loor of the...
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PM Modi laid foundation for powerful nation: LG Sinha
Jammu, Mar 31: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday attended the Mahavir Janma Kalyanak, a special event organized by S.S Jain Sabha, to celebrate Mahavir Jayanti, at Jammu. The Lieutenant Governor extended his felicitations and best wishes to...
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Vande Mataram our identity, strength & vow: LG Sinha
Calls upon every section of society to share one dream: making India world's greatest nation Under PM Modi's leadership, J&K has been integrated into national mainstream India has emerged resilient, sustaining its position as world's fastest-growing...
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Future full of challenges but also brimming with opportunities: LG Sinha
Jammu, Mar 25: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday directed the stakeholders to prioritise collaboration and create an environment where a strong professional community is built through networking, best practices, national and international...
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Over 26,000 households benefit from solar rooftop in J&K: Centre
Srinagar, Mar 24: The central government on Tuesday said a range of central renewable energy schemes are being implemented in Jammu and Kashmir, with over 26,000 households already benefiting under the flagship rooftop solar programme, even as...
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Terror era over in J&K, no safe space for its supporters: Sinha
Jammu, Mar 23: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday handed over appointment letters to 37 Next of Kins (NoKs) of victims of terrorism, at Convention Centre Jammu. Appointment letters were also handed over to 29 NoKs of government employees who...
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J&K holds potential for dynamic, flourishing future: Sinha
Jammu, Mar 19: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday said that Jammu Kashmir holds the potential for a dynamic and flourishing future, growing into a vibrant center of culture and advancing into a prosperous Union Territory through steady...
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Upper reaches receive fresh snow in Valley
Srinagar, Mar 18: A few areas in the higher reaches of Kashmir received fresh snowfall, while rain lashed most parts of the Valley on Wednesday, leading to a steep drop in day temperature. Reports of fresh snowfall were received from Pir Ki Gali along...
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India doesn’t leave its people in trouble: PM Modi
Ernakulam, Mar 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday assured that the Indian government is providing security and all facilities to Indians stuck in the Gulf region amid the West Asia conflict. Addressing a rally in Ernakulum, PM Modi asserted...
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Govt rejigs gas allocation
New Delhi, Mar 10: Amid disruptions to imported gas supplies caused by the widening West Asia conflict, the government has revised the priority order for allocating domestically produced natural gas, placing LPG production alongside CNG and piped...
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Dialogue & diplomacy must prevail: Jaishankar
New Delhi, Mar 9: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday told the Rajya Sabha that India believes “dialogue and diplomacy” must be pursued to de-escalate tensions in West Asia amid the ongoing conflict involving Israel, the United States and...
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J&K no longer settles for mediocrity, dares to dream big: LG Sinha
Jammu, Mar 8: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday called upon the Anti-Corruption Bureau to ensure that each decision, investigation and prosecution stands firm under scrutiny of the courts and must harness the authority granted by the nation's...
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CM urges youth to become job creators
Jammu, Mar 5: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday highlighted the immense potential of agriculture and allied sectors in Jammu and Kashmir, stating that initiatives such as the Jammu & Kashmir Competitiveness Improvement of Agriculture and Allied...
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India sets up MEA control room; issues embassy helplines
New Delhi, Mar 4: Amid the prevailing situation in parts of West Asia and the Gulf region, the Ministry of External Affairs has established a Special Control Room to assist Indian nationals and monitor developments closely. The Control Room will...
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PM Modi calls for dialogue to restore regional stability
New Delhi, March 3: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday held separate telephonic conversations with the leaders of Qatar, Kuwait and Oman, reiterating India's strong condemnation of any violation of their sovereignty and territorial integrity and...
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Current situation in West Asia matter of grave concern: PM Modi
New Delhi, Mar 2: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing a joint press briefing with Canadian PM Mark Carney, expressed concern over the current situation in West Asia. "India wants all conflicts to be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy....
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Youth hold power to steer society & nation towards future: Sinha
Jammu, Feb 27: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday said that the youth hold boundless power to steer society and nation toward the future. He emphasised on putting a dedicated focus on shaping balanced minds and bold innovators for sustainable...
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ONE PURPOSE, ONE PRIORITY COUNTRY FIRST: LG SINHA
Srinagar: Feb 26: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday addressed the 21st Convocation of University of Kashmir. The convocation ceremony was graced by Vice President of India, C P Radhakrishnan. The Lieutenant Governor extended his best wishes...
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Amid tight security,VP arrives on maiden Kashmir visit
Srinagar, Feb 25: Vice President C P Radhakrishnan arrived in Srinagar on Wednesday evening on his maiden visit to Kashmir, where he would attend the convocation ceremony of the University of Kashmir on Thursday. The Vice President was received at...
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Cabinet clears Rs 1,677 Cr expansion plan for Srinagar airport
New Delhi, Feb 24: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday approved the development of the Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport proposed at an estimated cost of Rs 1,677 crore. While...
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True character reveals itself not just in victory, but in adversity: Sinha
Gulmarg, Feb 23: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday inaugurated the 6th edition of Khelo India Winter Games (KIWG) at Gulmarg. The Lieutenant Governor welcomed and conveyed his best wishes to all participating athletes and team officials. He...
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3 JEM TERRORISTS KILLED IN KISHTWAR ENCOUNTER
Jammu, Feb 22: Three Pakistanbased Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district on Sunday, officials said. The bodies of all the slain terrorists were charred beyond...
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LG Sinha offers threefold resolution for future
Jammu, Feb 20: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday offered a threefold resolution for the future--“We must transform India into the preeminent nation of the world, forge it into the most formidable global power, and establish it as the ultimate...
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J&K will soon be completely freed of terrorism: LG Sinha
KPs return with full dignity & security is commitment of PM Modi UT undergoing profound transformation since 2019 Terror ecosystem in J&K tried to bury the truth Art 370 abrogation instilled faith among young generation to reclaim roots without...
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J&K makes history, enters Ranji Trophy final for first time in 67 yrs
Kalyani (West Bengal), Feb 18: Jammu and Kashmir scripted history by reaching the Ranji Trophy finals for the first time in their 67-year history, defeating two-time former champions Bengal by six wickets on day four of the semifinal here on...
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Young generation must pursue transformative innovations: LG Sinha
Jammu, Feb 17: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday called for transforming the educational campuses to realise the vision of Developed India@2047. “India's ambition in the technology revolution must extend beyond participation. We must become...
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Terrorism to be wiped out in J&K by 2029: Amit Shah
New Delhi, Feb 16: Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday said terrorism and insurgency would be completely eradicated from Jammu & Kashmir and the North-East by 2029. He also reiterated the government’s target of freeing the country from Maoist violence...
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In face of civilizational threats, world will turn to India for grounding: LG Sinha
Jammu, Feb 15: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday has urged the people to harness power for societal transformation and craft a blueprint for a prosperous India that lights the world's path. The Lieutenant Governor was speaking at the...
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Govt working to bring J&K people into national mainstream: Union Minister
New Delhi, Feb 12: The government, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is working to bring the youth of Jammu and Kashmir into the national mainstream and prevent them from going on the wrong path, Minister of State for Labour and...
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'Agriculture First' policy will ensure Developed India & Aatma-Nirbhar J&K: LG Sinha
Centre committed to safeguarding farmers’ interests AI-technology to revolutionize agriculture and allied sectors Directs officials, SKUAST & experts to deploy IoT sensors & satellite imagery to create farm twins Make technology tools affordable &...
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