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Leh, March 02, 2026: The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, today chaired the State/UT-Level Sanctioning Committee (SLSC) meeting to approve the Annual Action Plan for the Financial Year 202627 under the centrally sponsored schemes Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) and Krishonnati Yojana, including components of the Mission for Integrated Development [] The post Chief Secretary chairs UT-Level Sanctioning Committee meeting on RKVY & Krishonnati Yojana for FY 2026

JAMMU, MARCH 02: Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Jammu today organized a landmark IndustryStartup Outreach Programme under the Competitiveness Improvement of Agriculture and Allied Sectors Project (JKCIP) here. Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, inaugurated the event. The programme, attended by the senior government officials, industry leaders, startups, Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), academicians and [] The post Chief Secretary inaugurates SKUAST-J industry

JAMMU, MARCH 01: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said that the Government of Jammu & Kashmir is in close coordination with the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, to ensure the safety and well-being of J&K residents, including students, currently in Iran. Expressing deep concern over the unfolding events in Iran, particularly the killing [] The post CM Omar Abdullah appeals for calm amid strikes on Iran & escalating tensions in West Asia appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Jammu, 01st March 2026: The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha held a review meeting in Jammu today on the security situation across the UT of Jammu Kashmir. Chief Secretary, Shri Atal Dulloo, DGP, Shri Nalin Prabhat, other senior officials and all DCs and SSPs attended the meeting. The Lieutenant Governor said that peace is our [] The post Lieutenant Governor held a review meeting today on security situation in Jammu Kashmir appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Jammu, 1st March 2026: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Sunday offered three principles to strengthen the Made in India and Atma-Nirbhar Bharat initiative Quality, Innovation, and Reliability. He stressed that these three mantras must become the new identity of domestic manufacturing sector. I view Swadeshi Apnao (Embrace Swadeshi) not as a slogan, but [] The post Lieutenant Governor addresses FTIIs Atma-Nirbar Bharat event in Jammu appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

HUBBALLI (KARNATAKA), FEBRUARY 28: In a moment that will be etched in the sporting history of Jammu and Kashmir, the J&K cricket team lifted their maiden Ranji Trophy title, prompting Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to announce a2 crore cash reward for the players and support staff. Describing the triumph as a defining chapter for J&K [] The post J&K crowned Ranji Champions; CM Omar Abdullah announces2 Crore reward for players, support staff appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Jammu, 28 February 2026: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha has extended his heartiest congratulations to the Jammu & Kashmir Cricket Team for the historic maiden Ranji Trophy title victory. The Lieutenant Governor hailed the achievement as a defining moment in the Union Territorys sporting history. He praised the players and the coaching staff for their [] The post Lieutenant Governor Congratulates J&K Cricket Team on Historic Ranji Trophy Triumph appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Vadodra/Jammu February 26: As part of the ongoing media tour organised by the Press Information Bureau, Jammu led by Director Ms. Neha Jalali, the visiting media delegation toured the Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) Refinery and the Amul Dairy in Gujarat. At the IOCL Refinery, officials briefed the delegation on the refinerys operational capacity, refining [] The post Indias Energy Backbone: Media Team briefed about operations at IOCLs largest refinery appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch

Leh, February 27, 2026: The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh organised a farewell programme for outgoing Administrative Secretary Michael M. D Souza in recognition of his dedicated service to the Union Territory. Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra felicitated Michael M. D Souza and appreciated his valuable contributions towards strengthening governance and administrative functioning in [] The post UT Administration Ladakh bids farewell to Outgoing Administrative Secretary Michael M. D

Jammu, February 27: A 10-day Skill Up-gradation and Designing Workshop for Traditional Potters, organized by the Indian National Trust for Art & Cultural Heritage (INTACH), Jammu Chapter, in collaboration with Blue River Ceramics, concluded successfully here today.The workshop, which ran from February 16 to 25, focused on enhancing traditional pottery techniques while introducing contemporary design [] The post Skill Up-gradation & Designing Workshop Concludes Successfully appeared first on Kash

Srinagar, Feb 27: J&K Bank today accorded a warm send-off to its two senior management functionaries, Anand Pal Singh and Shabir Ahmad, who superannuated as General Managers after serving the institution for over three-and-a-half decades in different capacities and geographies. MD & CEO Amitava Chatterjee chaired the farewell function, held at the Banks Corporate Headquarters, [] The post J&K Bank accords warm farewell to two General Managers appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Kargil, February 27, 2026: A sudden outbreak of disease has been reported among dogs in certain villages of Zanskar Sub-Division in Kargil. The affected dogs are exhibiting clinical symptoms including conjunctivitis, excessive salivation, purulent nasal discharge, vomiting, and diarrhoea. Following a report submitted by the Livestock Development Officer (LDO), Zanskar (vide No. LDO-Z/Tech/2025-2026/570-71 dated 24-02-2026), [] The post Disease Outbreak Reported in Dogs in Zanskar; Animal Husband

Jammu, 27th February 2026: The Lieutenant Governor Shri 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 development.Empowered youth engineers the future and I believe intellectual depth, creative strength and [] The post Lieutenant Governor inaugurated Youth Festival Goonj 2026 at University of Jammu appeared first on Kashmir Media

GANDERBAL, FEBRUARY 26: Mission Director, Mission Yuva, Harvinder Singh and Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore today took a joint review of the status of implementation of Mission Yuva in District Ganderbal. At the outset, the meeting was informed about the status of achievements and progress under Mission YUVA in the district. Assistant Director Employment [] The post MD, Mission Yuva, Deputy Commissioner review progress of Mission YUVA in Ganderbal appeared first on Kashmir Medi

New Delhi, February 26: The Vice-President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, addressed the 21st Convocation Ceremony of the University of Kashmir as chief guest in Srinagar today, marking his first-ever visit to the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir as the Vice-President of India. Congratulating the graduating students, the Vice-President observed that while universities [] The post Vice-President Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan Addresses 21st Convocation of University of Kashmir appeared first on K

Srinagar, 26th February 2026: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Thursday addressed the 21st Convocation of University of Kashmir. The convocation ceremony was graced by Honble Vice President of India, Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan. The Lieutenant Governor extended his best wishes to all graduating students for a prosperous future. He exhorted them to set a clear [] The post Lieutenant Governor addressed the 21st Convocation of University of Kashmir appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Srinagar, 25th February 2026: Educator and social worker Ms. Rouble Nagi called on Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha, today.The Lieutenant Governor congratulated Ms Rouble Nagi on being conferred the prestigious GEMS Global Teacher Prize 2026.Through the Rouble Nagi Art Foundation, Ms. Nagi has spearheaded a revolution in inclusive learning and established over 800 learning centres [] The post Rouble Nagi calls on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Leh, February 25, 2026: The PM Vishwakarma Exhibition-cum-Trade Fair 2026 was successfully organised at Eco Park Leh by the MSME-Development & Nucleus Cell, Leh, Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises, Government of India, in association with the Directorate of Industries & Commerce, UT Ladakh. Joint Director, MSME-DNC Leh, Shri Amit Kumar Tamaria, delivered the [] The post PM Vishwakarma Exhibition-cum-Trade Fair 2026 Organised at Eco Park, Leh appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Awantipora, Feb. 25: The Habba Khatoon Centre for Kashmiri Language & Literature, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), celebrated International Mother Language Day in collaboration with Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages and Young Dramatists Society of Kashmir. The programme was presided over by Vice-Chancellor Prof. Shakil A. Romshoo. Shafi Shauq, [] The post International Mother Language Day Celebrated at IUST appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

SRINAGAR, FEBRUARY 25: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today laid the foundation for infrastructure and river conservation projects worth over190 crore across Srinagar and Budgam districts, marking a significant push towards urban transformation and environmental sustainability. Spanning five constituencies, the projects focus on urban beautification, pollution abatement of the Jhelum River, and advanced sewerage treatment infrastructure [] The post CM Omar Abdullah lays foundation for190 Cr urban

Gulmarg, February 25: In a country where snow falls like a birth right, Bhavani Thekkeda Nanjunda had to borrow her first winter. She grew up in the coffee-scented hills of Kodagu, Karnataka where the earth is red, the mornings are misty, and snow exists only on television screens.She was 23 the first time Bhavani felt [] The post Bhavani Thekkeda Nanjunda: From Coffee Hills to Cold Glory for Souths Sprint Queen at KIWG 2026 appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

New Delhi, February 24: At the invitation of the Prime Minister of Israel, H.E. Mr. Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will pay a State visit to Israel on February 25-26, 2026. This will be the second visit of Prime Minister to Israel. During the visit, Prime Minister will meet Prime Minister of Israel, [] The post Visit of PM Modi to Israel appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Jammu, 24thFebruary 2026: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Tuesday expressed gratitude to the Honble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for approving the development of the Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport proposed at an estimated cost of Rs.1,677 crore. In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor has said: J&K Skies Soar: dawn of [] The post Lieutenant Governor expresses gratitude to Prime Minister for major expansion of Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport appeared

GANDERBAL, FEBRUARY 24: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated and laid the foundation stones of major development projects worth84.41 crore in Ganderbal Constituency, marking a significant stride towards strengthening infrastructure, healthcare, water supply, sanitation, education and road connectivity across the district. The projects, spanning multiple departments, were inaugurated and e-launched at different locations, underscoring the [] The post CM Omar Abdullah rolls out84.41 cror

New Delhi, February 25: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, today has approved the development of the Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport proposed at an estimated cost of Rs.1,677 crore. It will mark a major milestone in strengthening aviation infrastructure and connectivity in the Kashmir Valley. [] The post Cabinet approves major expansion of Civil Enclave at Srinagar International Airport appeared first on Kashmir Media Watc

Kargil, February 24: Several delegations from across Kargil district called on the Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, at Hotel The Kargil and apprised him of various public issues and developmental demands. A delegation led by Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Kacho Mohd Feroz, along with several councillors, raised various issues pertaining [] The post Various Delegations Calls upon Chief Secretary Ladakh Ashish Kundra in Kargil appeared first on Kashmir Media Wa

Kargil, February 23, 2026: The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, undertook a comprehensive visit to Kargil district, engaging with various delegations and addressing key developmental concerns across the region. During his visit to Rangdum, members of the Rangdum Gonpa Cultural and Welfare Society submitted a memorandum highlighting several pressing demands. [] The post Chief Secretary, Ashish Kundra Visits Kargil; Emphasizes Development, Education, Grassroots Gove

NEW DELHI, FEBRUARY 23: A group of 20 students from Kashmir visited the Resident Commission of Jammu and Kashmir in New Delhi as part of the Bharat Darshan-2026 programme, an initiative of the Ministry for Home Affairs. The visit was a key part of their educational tour, aimed at broadening their understanding of the National [] The post Bharat Darshan 2026: Kashmir students visit J&K Resident Commission appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Gulmarg, 23 February 2026: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Monday inaugurated the 6th edition of Khelo India Winter Games at Gulmarg. The Lieutenant Governor welcomed and conveyed his best wishes to all participating athletes and team officials. He said the Khelo India Winter Games at Gulmarg has evolved from a simple sporting event into [] The post Lieutenant Governor inaugurated 6th Khelo India Winter Games at Gulmarg appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Kargil, February 22, 2026: The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, during his tour to Sub-Division Zanskar, visited Kargyak village the last inhabited village of Zanskar where he attended a Public Darbar and interacted extensively with local residents and public representatives. At Kargyak, the Chief Secretary was warmly welcomed [] The post Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra Conducts Extensive Tour of Zanskar; Attends Public Darbar, Reviews Key Infrastructure Projects

JAMMU, FEBRUARY 22: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, held a meeting of all the stakeholders to take assessment of the interventions proposed for the Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) by the Social Welfare Department. Speaking in this meeting he called for a time-bound, outcome-driven Whole-of-Government approach to transform Anganwadi Centres into vibrant hubs of holistic [] The post CS reviews framework for Early Childhood Care and Education in J&K appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Jammu, February 21: An Integrated Health Camp was organized by J&K AIDS Control Society (JKACS) in collaboration with the Directorate of Health Services, Jammu at Sub District Hospital, R.S.Pura, Jammu here today. The camp was inaugurated by Dr. Harbaksh Singh, Chief Medical Officer, Jammu in the presence Dr. Tabassum Firdous, Deputy Director (HQ), JKACS, Dr. [] The post Integrated Health Camp organized at Sub District Hospital R.S. Pura, Jammu appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

SRINAGAR, FEBRUARY 21: In a major boost to Medical Education in UT, Govt. Medical college Srinagar received approval for 10 Super-speciality courses for Doctorate of Medicine (DM) and Master of Chirugiae (M.Ch) seats, strengthening its position as a leading tertiary care teaching institution in the region. This was informed by Prof. Iffat Hassan, Principal/Dean, GMC [] The post GMC Srinagar secures approval for 10 Super-Speciality Seats, strengthens advanced Medical Education in J&K appeared fir

Srinagar, February 21: The Cooperative Training Institute, Srinagar organized a focused programme on Strengthening Cooperatives through Good Governance, followed by the felicitation and certificate distribution ceremony of the Diploma in Cooperative Management (DICM) for the trainees.The concluding Ceremony was presided over by Ms Babila Rukwal Commissioner/ Secretary to Government Co-operatives department as Chief Guest of [] The post Coperative Training Institute Srinagar held pass-out ceremon

Zanskar, February 21, 2026: The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, chaired a comprehensive review meeting during his visit to Sub-Division Zanskar today to assess developmental progress, departmental coordination, and implementation of various government schemes. At the outset, SDM Zanskar, Omkar Rajendara Gundage, presented a detailed briefing on the overall administrative [] The post Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra Chairs Meeting in Zanskar; Emphasizes Convergence,

Zanskar, February 21, 2026: The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, today visited the Zanskar Sub-Division of district Kargil and held detailed interactions with various public delegations and local representatives to review developmental concerns and ongoing initiatives. During his visit, the Chief Secretary met a delegation from Zangla village. The representatives [] The post Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra Visits Zanskar Sub-Division, Reviews Developmental Issues an

Leh, 21 February 2026: The Chief Secretary of UT-Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, during his tour to the Zanskar sub-division, today interacted with public representatives of Singe Lalok at Nyerak Bridge. The meeting witnessed active participation from Nambardars and representatives of various villages in the Singe Lalok region, who apprised the Chief Secretary of key developmental [] The post Chief Secretary interacts with public representatives of Singe Lalok at Nyerak Bridge, Reviews Key Developme

Srinagar, February 21: The Inter-State Youth Exchange Programme was formally inaugurated at SCERT Bemina on 20th February, 2026. The initiative is being organised by Mera Yuva Bharat under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, in collaboration with the Ministry of Home Affairs. The five-day programme has brought together 37 youth delegates [] The post Inter-State Youth Exchange Programme Inaugurated in Srinagar appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Srinagar, February 21: The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has extended the last date for admission to its Open Distance Learning (ODL) and Online Learning programmes for the January 2026 session up to February 28, 2026, following requests received from students across the country. The extension is aimed at accommodating prospective learners who were [] The post IGNOU Extends January 2026 Admissions & Re-Registration Deadline to Feb 28 appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Jammu, 21 February 2026: At a ceremony held today in the Lok Bhavan, Shri Shantmanu was sworn in as the State Election Commissioner for the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. He made and subscribed to the oath of office before the Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha. The post Shantmanu Takes Oath As Jammu And Kashmir State Election Commissioner, administered oath by Lieutenant Governor appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

New Delhi, February 20: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi held a roundtable with CEOs of AI and deeptech startups at Seva Teerth earlier today. The startups participating in the roundtable are tackling population-scale challenges across key sectors. In healthcare, they use AI for advanced diagnostics, gene therapy, and efficient patient record management to extend quality [] The post PM Modi holds roundtable with CEOs of AI and deeptech startups at Seva Teerth appeared first on Kashmir Media Wat

New Delhi, February 20: H.E. Mr. Antnio Guterres, Secretary General of the United Nations called on President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan today (February 20, 2026). The President welcomed the initiative of Secretary General Guterres to create a global scientific panel on AI to serve all of humanity. Secretary General Guterres appreciated [] The post UNITED NATIONS SECRETARY GENERAL CALLS ON THE PRESIDENT appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Jammu, February 20: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today informed the Legislative Assembly that, keeping in view the projected load growth, work on a 6.3 MVA Receiving Station at Qamar, located at Dudwagan, is currently under progress. The project is aimed at ensuring reliable power supply to the Upper Kapran belt which would also depend on [] The post 6.3 MVA Receiving Station at Qamar to boost power supply in Upper Kapran; likely commissioning by June 2026: CM Omar appeared first on Kashmir Medi

Jammu, February 20: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today informed the Legislative Assembly that three tourism projects have been completed and one project is currently in progress in Ramgarh Constituency at a total cost of307.12 lakh under the Capex Budget. The Chief Minister was replying to a question raised by Dr. Devinder Kumar Manyal, which was [] The post Tourism projects worth307.12 lakh completed, another underway in Ramgarh: CM appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

JAMMU, FEBRUARY 20: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today reiterated that his government is committed to filling vacancies in a time-bound manner, announcing that over 30,000 vacancies will be filled during current year. The Chief Minister made these remarks while replying to a question raised by member Prof. Gharu Ram Bhagat during the Question Hour of [] The post CM Omar Abdullah reaffirms commitment to time-bound recruitment; 30,000 vacancies to be filled this year appeared first on Kashmir Medi

Leh, 20 February 2026: The Administrative Secretary of the School Education Department, Bhanu Prabha, today attended the inauguration-cum-upgradation ceremony of Government Primary School, Skara Yokma, into a Ladakh Model School in Leh. She was accompanied by the Principal, DIET Leh; District Programme Officer (DPO) Leh; Deputy Chief Education Officer (Dy CEO), Kargil; Zonal Education Officer [] The post The evolving government schools of Ladakh committed to building stronger foundations and ign

Jammu, 20 February 2026: Lieutenant Governor Shri 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 sanctuary of knowledge and intellectual wealth on Earth. The Lieutenant Governor emphasised [] The post LG Manoj Sinha attended Mahayagya and Prana-Pratishtha ceremony at Shri Lakshminarayan Temple at Bankatashiv in Deoria, Uttar Prade

Srinagar, Feb 20 : Awami Itihaad Party (AIP) Chief Spokesperson Inam Un Nabi has welcomed the written response of Union Minister for Road Transport and HighwaysNitin Gadkarito MP Baramulla Er Rashid regarding long-pending road and tunnel projects in North Kashmir, terming it a positive and encouraging development. In a statement issued to the media, Inam [] The post Razdan & Machil Pass Tunnels to Be Taken Up Under OTCA Budget: Nitin Gadkari to MP Er Rashid appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch

Jammu, Feb 19: In line with its sustained thrust on digital innovation and customer-centric banking, J&K Bank today unveiled a comprehensively upgraded suite of Credit Cards designed to meet the fast-evolving preferences of its growing and diverse clientele across the country. MD & CEO Amitava Chatterjee launched the revamped Credit Card suite at the Banks [] The post J&K Bank rolls out revamped Credit Card suite appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Leh, 19 February 2026: The Chief Secretary of UT-Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting of the Department of Youth Services & Sports and the 1 Ladakh BN NCC, Leh. During the meeting, Secretary Youth Services & Sports, Moses Kunzang, presented a detailed overview of the organisational structure and functioning of the [] The post Chief Secretary UT-Ladakh assesses Youth Services, Sports policy, and NCC performance appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .