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Leh (Ladakh), January 26: Renowned Indian Ice skater Vishwaraj Rajen Jadeja overheard a conversation his coach Wim Nieuwenhuizen was having with someone in the Netherlands. That gentleman asked Wim, in Dutch, if Jadeja was talented. Wim replied: No, he is not but is a Rajput. They dont give up no matter what.And thats exactly what [] The post Crediting Khelo India initiative, ice skating royalty Vishwaraj Jadeja says India not far from hosting its first-ever Asian Winter Games appeared first on

Kargil, January 26, 2026: Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Kacho Mohd Feroz unfurled the National Tricolour on the occasion of the 77th Republic Day at the Council Secretariat, Kargil. The event was attended by council staff, officers from the police department, and other officials. Speaking on the occasion, EC Kacho Mohd Feroz paid rich tributes to [] The post EC Kacho Feroz Unfurls Tricolour at Council Secretariat on 77th Republic Day appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Jammu, 26 January 2026: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha unfurled the National Flag at the UT level function on the occasion of the 77th Republic Day, at MA Stadium this morning.The Lieutenant Governor inspected the contingents of the Republic Day Parade and took the ceremonial salute.The march-past featured a disciplined display by smart contingents from [] The post Republic Day Celebrations-2026: LG Manoj Sinha unfurls National Flag at Republic Day function appeared first on Kashmir Media

Awantipora January 26: On the occasion of 77th Republic Day celebrations at IUST, Vice Chancellor Prof Shakil Ahmad Romshoo unfurled the National Flag. The ceremony was attended by the employees of the university including Deans of schools, Head of Departments/Centres, Officers of the university besides the security contingent. Addressing the participants, Prof Romshoo highlighted the [] The post VC presides over the Republic Day celebrations at IUST appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Leh (Ladakh) is the dwelling place for top ice hockey players from the country but the Ladakh Scouts now want to take it beyond the mountainous terrain in their bid to popularize the sport Leh (Ladakh), January 26: There is an ice hockey revolution going on in the country to be sure, with Ladakh Scouts, [] The post Beyond the Call of Duty: As India celebrates 77th Republic Day, Ladakh Scouts out there to make a difference in ice hockey appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

The following is the text of the message of the Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha on the eve of Republic Day. On the auspicious and momentous occasion of the 77thRepublic Day of our beloved nation, I convey my heartfelt greetings and sincere good wishes to every citizen of UT of Jammu & Kashmir. I bow [] The post Lieutenant Governors Message on Eve of Republic Day appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Leh (Ladakh), Jan. 25: Completely against the script, the Chandigarh mens team has become the darling of the ice-hockey loving community in Ladakh. In a thrilling semifinal on Friday night, Chandigarh stunned favourites Ladakh 3-2 to enter their first-ever KIWG ice-hockey final. The come-from-behind victory not only won them thousands of local fans but it [] The post KIWG 2026: History-making Chandigarh becomes talk of town ahead of Republic Day mens ice hockey final vs Army appeared first on Ka

Jammu, 25 January 2026: The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha, graced the 16th National Voters Day celebrations today in Jammu. Speaking on the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor called upon the officers to cultivate awareness among citizens regarding profound power of their franchise and motivate them to exercise it with thoughtful prudence to become a true [] The post LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR GRACES NATIONAL VOTERS DAY CELEBRATIONS appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Kargil, January 24, 2026: Deputy Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Kargil, Rakesh Kumar, IAS, on Friday visited Zojila Pass to review the condition of the KargilSrinagar National Highway following recent snowfall in the region. The visit was aimed at assessing the feasibility of reopening the crucial road [] The post DC, SSP Kargil Review Zojila Pass; Assure Early Reopening of SrinagarKargil Highway After Snowfall appeared first o

SRINAGAR, JANUARY 24: As part of the extensive preparations for the 77th Republic Day celebrations, Full Dress Rehearsal functions were held across the Kashmir Division on Saturday, featuring a vibrant preview of the grandeur and patriotic fervour that will mark the national festival on January 26. The rehearsals featured an impressive March Past by several [] The post Div Com unfurls National Flag, Inspects Parade at Bakshi Stadium appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

JAMMU, JANUARY 24: The full dress rehearsals for celebration of 77th Republic Day 2026 was held at M A stadium Jammu amidst patriotic fervour, enthusiasm and spirit of unity in diversity. Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar hoisted the tricolor, inspected the Parade and took the salute at the impressive March Past. The parade consisted of [] The post Republic Day 2026: Full Dress Rehearsal held at M A Stadium Jammu appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Leh (Ladakh), Jan. 24: Hosts Ladakh won their first gold medal of the Khelo India Winter Games 2026 when their womens relay quartet won the 2000 metres short track race at the Nawang Dorjay Stobdan (NDS) Stadium here on Saturday. However, Haryana raced to two more gold medals from short-track skating to lead the medal [] The post Khelo India Winter Games 2026: Ladakh win first gold in womens short-track relay, skater Sachin Singh keeps Haryana on top appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Zanskar, January 24, 2026: In preparation for the upcoming 77th Republic Day, a grand full dress rehearsal was successfully conducted today at the Sports Stadium, Padum. The ceremony commenced with the unfurling of the National Flag by the Tehsildar of Zanskar, Mr. Mohd Hassan, who proceeded to take the salute in the presence of various [] The post Zanskar Conducts Full Dress Rehearsal for 77th Republic Day at Padum appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Kargil, January 24, 2026: The Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, today attended the Ethnic Mamani Food Festival as Chief Guest, organized by the Himalayan Cultural Heritage Foundation in collaboration with the Tribal Research Institute, University of Ladakh, Kargil Campus. The festival showcased a wide variety of traditional food [] The post Ethnic Food Festival Mamani Celebrated in Kargil; CEC Attends as Chief Guest appeared first on Kashmir Med

Leh (Ladakh), Jan. 24: When figure skating made its debut at the Khelo India Winter Games 2026 in Ladakh, it was more than the introduction of a new discipline, it was the arrival of a long-missing national platform. Standing at the centre of that moment was Abhijith Amal Raj from Kerala, who went on to [] The post On Khelo India Winter Games debut, Keralas Abhijith Amal Raj returns to ice and brings more than winning gold appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Jammu, 24 January 2026: Jammu Kashmir Lok Bhavan on Saturday hosted the grand celebrations of Uttar Pradesh Foundation Day at Jammu. Addressing the gathering, the Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha extended his heartiest greetings and best wishes to the people of Uttar Pradesh. He paid homage to the great luminaries, freedom fighters, and revolutionaries from [] The post Lieutenant Governor attends Uttar Pradesh Foundation Day festivities at Lok Bhavan appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

SRINAGAR, JANUARY 23: Amid inclement weather conditions following widespread snowfall, gusty winds and snow storms, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday evening chaired a high-level meeting at the Civil Secretariat here to review the overall situation across Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting was attended by Minister Satish Sharma; Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister [] The post CM Omar Abdullah reviews situation after severe wind storms & snowfall across J&K appeared first on Kashmir

Leh (Ladakh), Jan. 23: On the ice, they skate alone. Off it, they share a journey defined by courage, sacrifice and belief. Aarush Tiwari and Hiya Adlakha (both novice figure skaters) belong to Gen Z of Indian figure skaters daring to dream big in a sport still struggling to find its feet in the country. [] The post Aarush Tiwari and Hiya Adlakha: Story of two teenaged figure skaters carving a course on ice appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Jammu, 23 January 2026: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Friday attended the Silver Jubilee commemorative event of the Shri Baba Kashi Vishwanath Seva Samiti at Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. In his address, the Lieutenant Governor hailed the Shri Baba Kashi Vishwanath Seva Samitis 25-year legacy of dedication and unwavering commitment to service. True faith lives [] The post Lieutenant Governor attends Silver Jubilee Celebrations of Shri Baba Kashi Vishwanath Seva Samiti at Varanasi appeared f

Srinagar, Jan 23: As a tribute to the forthcoming Republic Day, J&K Bank today concluded a special disbursal drive under Mission YUVA, culminating in the creation of 2626 new enterprises across Jammu and Kashmir. The special dusbursal drive culminated in the achievement of 2626 milestone with pressing of a symbolic button by Mission Director (Mission [] The post Ahead of Republic Day, J&K Bank carries out special drive under Mission YUVA appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

JAMMU, JANUARY 22: On the third straight day today, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired series of pre-budget consultation meetings of Jal Shakti, Agriculture, Rural Development, Forest, Food & Civil Supplies, Youth Services and Sports, other key sectors to finalise the priorities and developmental plans in view of the forthcoming Budget Session of J&K Legislative Assembly. [] The post CM Omar Abdullah continues pre-budget consultations with departments appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Kargil, January 22, 2026: In view of the advisory issued by the Meteorological Department, UT Ladakh, dated 21 January 2026, the Honble Chairman/Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the preparedness of the district administration for the prevailing and anticipated winter conditions. During the [] The post CEC Kargil Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon Reviews Winter Preparedness in Light of current Meteorological Adviso

Leh (Ladakh), Jan. 22: Two golds medals were decided on Day 3 of the Khelo India Winter Games 2026 on Thursday. Tamil Nadu and Madhya Pradesh won the golds in the mens and womens 500m long track event, respectively, at the Gupukhs Pond here. The Ladakh leg of KIWG 2026 will end on Republic Day.Haryana [] The post Khelo India Winter Games 2026: Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh skate to golds; Haryana remain on top appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Kargil, January 22, 2026: A meeting regarding the celebration of Republic Day 2026 was convened today under the chairmanship of the Principal District and Sessions Judge, Kargil, Sheikh Gowhar Hussain in his office chamber. The meeting was attended by the Chief Judicial Magistrate, Kargil; Additional Superintendent of Police, Kargil; President, Bar Association Kargil; a representative [] The post Principal District & Sessions Judge Kargil Chairs Meeting to Finalise Arrangements for Republic Day

Leh (Ladakh), Jan. 22: Seventeen-year-old Gauri Rai from Haryana had a terrific outing at the 2026 Khelo India Winter Games (KIWG) first-leg at Lehs Nawang Dorjan Stobdan Stadium (NDS) on Wednesday as she won gold in the advanced figure skating category. For the first time in the history of KIWG, figure skating has been included [] The post KIWG 2026: After setting ice on fire in Leh, figure skater Gauri Rai seeks better infrastructure to meet international demands appeared first on Kashmir Medi

JAMMU, JANUARY 22: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today while assessing the implementation of road safety measures as recommended by the Supreme Court underscored the need for extensive use of GIS-based data to identify vulnerable and accident-prone road stretches across districts. He emphasized that such data-driven identification would enable focused technological and physical interventions to significantly [] The post Chief Secretary calls for GIS-based, data-driven road safety interventions ap

Leh, 21 January 2026: The Chief Secretary of the UT-Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today arrived in Nubra Sub-Division on a two-day tour to review ongoing developmental works and assess issues related to local governance and public welfare in the region. Upon his arrival at the Civil Helipad, Diskit, the Chief Secretary was received by the [] The post Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra arrives in Nubra on Two-Day visit to review developmental works appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Leh (Ladakh), January 21: The first gold medals of Khelo India Winter Games 2026 were decided at the Nawang Dorjan Stobdan (NDS) Stadium here on Wednesday. Of the four decided, all in figure skating, Haryana bagged two gold medals while Uttarakhand and Kerala bagged one each. Haryana are on top of the standing with five [] The post Khelo India Winter Games 2026: Haryana on top with a pair of figure skating golds; Kerala, Uttarakhand bag one each appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

JAMMU, JANUARY 21: For the second consecutive day, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today held pre-budget consultations with several key departments to assess priorities, sectoral needs and development imperatives for the upcoming Budget Session of the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly, scheduled to begin on February 2. The Chief Minister, who also holds the portfolio of [] The post CM Omar Abdullah chairs pre-budget consultation meetings with key departments appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch

Kargil, January 21, 2026: Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Kacho Mohd Feroz today inaugurated the 15-day Ice Hockey Training-cum-Tournament for girls, which is participated by around 50 girls. The training programme is being organised under the banner of Mission Shakti , Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Scheme by the District Hub for Empowerment of Women, Department of [] The post EC Kacho Feroz Inaugurates 15-Day Ice Hockey Training-cum-Tournament for Girls in Kargil appeared first on Kashmir Media W

Srinagar, Jan 21: As part of enhancing customer convenience through its technology-based touch-points, J&K Bank commissioned a Cash Recycling Machine (CRM) at its Azad-gunj Branch in North Kashmirs Baramulla district. Zonal Head (Baramulla) Tanveer Ahmad inaugurated the CRM in the presence of Cluster Head (Baramulla) Masood Ahmad amid a gathering of valued customers, local traders, [] The post J&K Bank commissions CRM at Azad-gunj in Baramulla appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Senior Congress leader Salman Khurshid on Monday said the Supreme Court missed a crucial opportunity to examine federalism in its extreme form while adjudicating the Article 370 case, after accepting the Union governments assurance on the restoration of Jammu and Kashmirs full statehood. He was speaking at the launch of two books by journalist-writer Bashir [] The post SC missed chance to test federalism in Article 370 case: Salman Khurshid appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Srinagar, Jan 20: J&K Bank today announced healthy financial results for the October-December quarter (Q3 FY 25-26), with net profit rising by 18.7% Quarter-on-Quarter and 10.4% year-on-year (YoY) to Rs 586.73 Cr when compared to Rs 531.51 Cr recorded during the same period last fiscal. The Banks Board of Directors approved the numbers for the [] The post J&K Bank Net Profit jumps over 10% YoY for Q3 appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Srinagar, 20 January 2026: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Tuesday inaugurated the redeveloped Amira Kadal bridge in Srinagar. The project, costing Rs 7.70 crore under Srinagar Smart City limited was launched in December 2023, ensuring due diligence in heritage conservation, structural safety and quality control. Dedicating the pedestrian wooden bridge to the people of [] The post LG Manoj Sinha inaugurates redeveloped Amira Kadal bridge in Srinagar appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch

Leh, January 20, 2026: Honble Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, held a courtesy meeting with the newly appointed Director General of Police, UT Ladakh, Shri Mukesh Singh, IPS, during his visit to Leh. Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon welcomed the DGP and expressed hope for further strengthening of the Police [] The post CEC Kargil Holds Courtesy Meeting with DGP Ladakh in Leh appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Srinagar, January 19: Jammu & Kashmir Postal Circle today inaugurated its first N-Gen Post Office in Kashmir at the University of Kashmir campus. This is the second N-Gen Post Office in the J&K Circle, after AIIMS Vijaypur. The N-Gen Post Office was dedicated by Prof. Nilofer Khan, Vice-Chancellor, University of Kashmir, and Shri D. S. [] The post India Post opens 2nd N-Gen Post Office of J&K Circle at Kashmir University appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Leh, 19 January 2026: The Chief Secretary, UT Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra today visited the NDS Ice Hockey Rink and the Indoor Stadium to review the preparedness for the opening of the Khelo India Winter Games, which are scheduled to commence tomorrow, 20 January. During the inspection, Shri Kundra reviewed the arrangements related to seating, [] The post Chief Secretary reviews preparedness for Khelo India Winter Games in Leh appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

SRINAGAR, JANUARY 19: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Monday laid the foundation stone for Meerz Health Care Hospital in Srinagar. This will be 180-bedded super speciality hospital and boost medical infrastructure and enhance healthcare services for Srinagar city and nearby Districts. The Lieutenant Governor congratulated and extended his best wishes to the Meerz Group [] The post Lieutenant Governor lays the foundation stone for Meerz Health Care Hospital in Srinagar appeared first on K

Kargil, January 17, 2026: Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today visited Chiktan Sub-Division and inspected the facilities being provided at the Community Health Centre (CHC), Chiktan. During the visit, the CEC reviewed the healthcare facilities, availability of medical staff, and essential services at the CHC. He interacted with the [] The post CEC Kargil Inspects Healthcare and Administrative Facilities During Chiktan Visit appeared first on Kashmir

Jammu, 16 January 2026: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today flagged off the first Group of 120 youth from Kashmir Division under Kashmiri Youth Exchange Program Watan Ko Jaano.The flagship initiative, sponsored by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India and executed by Mera Yuva Bharat -MY Bharat Jammu Kashmir under the Ministry of [] The post Lieutenant Governor flags-off the first Group of Mera Yuva Bharats Kashmiri Youth Exchange Program appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch

Srinagar, Jan 16: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested two public servants- one Patwari, Revenue Department, Halqa Soaf Shali, Kokernag, Anantnag and one Chowkidar, Halqa Soaf Shali, Kokernag while accepting a bribe of Rs.15,000/- from the complainant. The CBI registered the instant case on 15.01.2026 against the accused Patwari. It was alleged that [] The post CBI Arrests Two Public Servants in Srinagar in a Bribery Case appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Jammu, 16 January 2026: Artists and GenZ Entrepreneurs will forge Indias future together. Art and business alliance is a unique power and Imagination and Investment will be able to build a vibrant and developed society, the Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha said on Friday. He was speaking at the valedictory session of International Painting Workshop, [] The post Lieutenant Governor attends the valedictory session of International Painting Workshop at IIM Jammu appeared first on Kashmir Media

Jammu, 16 January : Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Friday chaired the 89th meeting of the University Council of the University of Jammu at Lok Bhavan. The meeting was attended by Ms Sakeena Masood Itoo, Minister for Health & Medical Education, School Education, Higher Education and Social Welfare Departments; Prof. Umesh Rai, Vice Chancellor, [] The post Lieutenant Governor chairs 89th University Council Meeting of University of Jammu appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Ladakh, Jan 16: 1996 batch IPS Mukesh Singh took charge as Director General of Police (DGP) Ladakh today afternoon. Singh, a 1996-batch IPS officer of the AGMUT cadre and an IIT Delhi graduate with a civil engineering degree, was repatriated from central deputation to assume the top police post in the Union Territory of Ladakh. [] The post Mukesh Singh takes charge as DGP of Ladakh Police appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

RAJOURI, JANUARY 15: Registrar Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University, Abhishek Sharma today flagged off the sports contingents of Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University (BGSBU), Rajouri for participation in the 3rd Chancellors Trophy, being hosted by the University of Jammu. Addressing the players and officials on the occasion, the Registrar extended his best wishes to the [] The post Registrar flags off BGSBU sports teams for 3rd Chancellors Trophy appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

New Delhi, Jan 15: On the occasion of National Startup Day, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will participate in a programme marking a decade of the Startup India initiative on 16 January 2026 at 1 PM at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. During the programme, Prime Minister will interact with members of Indias vibrant startup ecosystem. [] The post On National Startup Day, PM to participate in a programme marking a decade of Startup India on 16 January appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Leh, January 15, 2026: A combined delegation of the All Kargil Transport Association (AKTA) and the All Leh Transport Association (ALTA), led by their presidents, Adv. Riyaz Ahmed and Dorjey Angchok, with their executive members, today called on the Chief Secretary, UT Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, at the UT Secretariat in Leh. During the meeting, [] The post Delegation of Transport Associations calls on Chief Secretary, Ladakh appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Leh, January 15, 2026: The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today chaired a review meeting on the development and promotion of Pashmina in Ladakh with the objective of strengthening the entire Pashmina ecosystem through a sustainable, technology-driven, and herder-centric approach. During the meeting, the Animal and Sheep Husbandry Department [] The post Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra reviews development and promotion of Pashmina in Ladakh appeared first on Ka

Kargil, January 15, 2026: Administrative Secretary, Youth Services and Sports Department, UT Ladakh, Mozes Kunzang, along with Joint Director Sports Ladakh, Tahir Hussain Zabdavi, today attended the final match of the Womens Ice Hockey competition at Biamathang Ice Hockey Rink, Kargil, held as part of the 5th LG Ladakh Ice Hockey Championship 2026. On the [] The post Administrative Secretary YSS Ladakh Attends Womens Ice Hockey Final at Biamathang, Kargil appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .

Kargil, January 15, 2026: The newly appointed Branch Manager of ICICI Bank, Mr. Sameer Qaudiri, who has assumed charge as Branch Head, Kargil, today paid a courtesy visit to the Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd. Jaffer Akhoon, at his office chamber for a formal introduction. During the visit, the Branch [] The post ICICI Banks New Branch Manager Calls on CEC Kargil, Discusses CSR Support for Education and Health appeared first on Kashmir Media Watch .