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BJP frustrated over Omar govt's performance: Gupta
National Conference (NC) Provincial President Rattan Lal Gupta on Friday said the BJP leadership in Jammu and Kashmir is “frustrated and confused” over the performance of the Omar Abdullah-led government, claiming it is steadily fulfilling its election promises despite functioning under Union Territory status.
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June 20, 2026
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Gaurav slams Pakistan over J&K Remarks at UN
BJP spokesperson and Convenor, International Affairs, Gaurav Gupta on Friday criticized Pakistan over its remarks on Jammu and Kashmir at the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), alleging that Islamabad was attempting to divert attention from its internal challenges through anti-India rhetoric.
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June 20, 2026
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Arvind seeks removal of damaged electric poles
MLA Jammu West Assembly Constituency Arvind Gupta has expressed concern over the presence of damaged, defunct and abandoned electric poles across several localities, directing the power authorities to initiate immediate removal to prevent safety hazards.
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June 20, 2026
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Training on agripreneurial Empowerment concludes
Krishi Branding Centre (KBC), SKUAST-J ABI Foundation (Section 8 Company), successfully concluded a three-day training programme titled “Towards a Sustainable Tomorrow: RBSH/FPOs Enabled Agripreneurial Empowerment” from June 17 to 19, 2026 under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP), Project No. 04 on strengthening agricultural marketing in Jammu and Kashmir.
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June 20, 2026
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Preservation of traditional arts essential to protect India’s cultural heritage: HP Guv
Stressing that traditional art forms are vital custodians of the nation’s cultural memory and identity, the Hon’ble Governor of Himachal Pradesh, Kavinder Gupta on Thursday said that preserving and promoting indigenous artistic traditions is essential to safeguarding India’s rich cultural heritage.
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June 20, 2026
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TWS flags delay in flood protection and infra works
Tawi Welfare Society (Regd.) has expressed serious concern over the alleged delay in flood protection and public infrastructure works by the Flood Control Department and Public Works Department (PWD), warning that the situation may pose a risk during the upcoming monsoon season.
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June 20, 2026
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Ticket checking drive conducted in Jammu Division
In a bid to promote disciplined travel and curb revenue loss, Northern Railway's Jammu Division conducted a surprise ticket checking drive on Train No. 22404 under the supervision of Senior Divisional Commercial Manager Shri Uchit Singhal.
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June 20, 2026
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Several join Congress in Reasi
Several leaders and workers from the BJP and other political parties in Reasi district on Friday joined the Indian National Congress on the occasion of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's birthday.
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June 20, 2026
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Congress condoles demise of Shamsher Chand
JKPCC has deeply condoled the sad demise of Congress leader, AICC member Shamsher Chand, Bharat jodo Yatri, who succumbed to injuries sustained in a road accident.
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June 20, 2026
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IIM Jammu signs MoU with DICCI
The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Jammu and the Dalit Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DICCI) on Friday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote entrepreneurship, innovation and economic empowerment among Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST).
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June 20, 2026
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Int’l Yoga Day celebrations begin at Bagh-e-Bahu
The three-day International Yoga Day celebrations (June 19-21) commenced on Friday with enthusiasm at Har Ki Pauri, Bagh-e-Bahu, Jammu, marking the beginning of a yoga festival organized by Vishwa Yog Sansthan (World Yoga Institute).
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June 20, 2026
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Shiv Sena launches 'Jammu Yoddha' Campaign on Foundation Day
Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray), Jammu and Kashmir unit, on Friday observed its Foundation Day and launched the “Jammu Yoddha” campaign, pledging to protect the identity, rights and aspirations of the people of Jammu.
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June 20, 2026
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Dimple leads protest demanding restoration of statehood
Mission Statehood president Sunil Dimple on Friday led a strong protest rally at Rehari Chungi demanding restoration of Jammu and Kashmir statehood and abrogation of Article 370, and called for united action by all political parties at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi.
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June 20, 2026
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S-4 flags civic, irrigation issues before SDM RS Pura
Samriddh Samaj Seva Sangathan (S-4) a prominent social organization working for public welfare on Friday submitted a memorandum to the Sub-Divisional Magistrate, R.S. Pura, raising several civic and agricultural concerns and seeking urgent administrative intervention.
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June 20, 2026
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Saxena orders strict ban on single-use plastics, littering
Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena on Friday ordered a strict ban on single-use plastic items and littering across Ladakh, introducing a new enforcement framework with heavy penalties to protect the Union Territory's fragile ecology.
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June 20, 2026
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ABT commemorates H.L. Chatta’s 12th Nirvan Diwas
Amar Balidan Trust (ABT) on Thursday commemorated the 12th Nirvan Diwas of veteran Kashmiri Pandit community leader Hira Lal Chatta at Sanjeevani Sharda Kendra, Jammu, with people from different walks of life paying tribute to his contributions.
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June 19, 2026
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Modi govt’s welfare schemes transforming lives: Gupta
BJP District Prabhari for Akhnoor Vinay Gupta on Thursday said the Central Government's public welfare initiatives under Prime Minister Narendra Modi have transformed the lives of millions and accelerated inclusive development across the country.
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June 19, 2026
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Cong protests price rise, demands restoration of Statehood
Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) President Tariq Hameed Karra on Thursday led a protest rally at Ramgarh in Samba district against rising prices of essential commodities, LPG, petrol, diesel and other daily-use items.
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June 19, 2026
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‘NC protest at Jantar Mantar on Statehood will be eye-opener for Modi Govt’
Jammu Tawi: Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (NC) Provincial President Rattan Lal Gupta on Thursday said the party’s protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi for restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir should serve as an “eye-opener” for the Central Government.
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June 19, 2026
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“Ek Ped, Nashe Ke Virudh” plantation drive held at GDC Marh
Jammu Tawi: As part of the 100 Days Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan, a plantation drive titled \"Ek Ped, Nashe Ke Virudh\" was organised at Government Degree College (GDC) Marh by Dr Imtiaz Shahid, Department of Zoology in collaboration with the College Well-being and Anti-Substance Cell, under the guidance of Principal GDC Marh Prof Ramneek Kaur.
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June 19, 2026
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Northern Rlys adds extra 3AC coaches to ease summer rush
In a major step to manage rising passenger rush during the summer and pilgrimage season, Northern Railway's Jammu Division has temporarily attached additional 3AC coaches to three key trains to provide relief to waitlisted passengers.
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June 19, 2026
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Modi Govt works for justice to all, appeasement to none: Billawaria
Jammu & Kashmir BJP State General Secretary and former Deputy Mayor Baldev Singh Billawaria said that the Narendra Modi-led government has established a new model of governance based on the principle of \"Justice to All, Appeasement to None,\" ensuring equal opportunities, dignity, and development for every section of society.
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June 19, 2026
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FICCI FLO JKL, Lakshyam honour traffic police personnel with cooling aids, power banks
Jammu Tawi: In a heartfelt gesture of appreciation for the unwavering dedication and service of Jammu’s traffic police personnel, FICCI FLO Jammu, Kashmir & Ladakh (JKL), in collaboration with Lakshyam, distributed 100 portable neck fans and over 60 power banks to traffic officers at the Police Headquarters, Jammu.
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June 19, 2026
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Dimple pays tributes to Guru Arjan Dev ji
Jammu Tawi: Sunil Dimple, president of Mission Statehood Jammu Kashmir, on Thursday paid rich tributes to the fifth Sikh Guru, Guru Arjan Dev Ji, on his martyrdom day (Shaheedi Diwas) at Janipur High Court Road, Jammu.
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June 19, 2026
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Railways Jammu Division dispatches record 250 tonnes of Cherries this season
Jammu Tawi: Northern Railway's Jammu Division has achieved a record in fruit transportation this season by dispatching around 250 tonnes of cherries from Jammu Tawi railway station and 10 tonnes of litchis from Pathankot Cantt to major markets across the country.
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June 19, 2026
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Power shutdown
Jammu Tawi: Chief Engineer (Distribution), JPDCL Jammu has informed that the power supply to Jogwan, Sohal, Bhalwal and adjoining areas will remain affected on June 19 from 6 am to 11 am.
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June 19, 2026
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MP, MLAs call on Minister Javed Rana; raise public issues
Member of Parliament (MP), Chowdhary Mohammad Ramzan, MLA Banihal Sajad Shaheen, MLA Chadoora, Ali Mohammad Dar, today called on Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, in separate meetings and discussed various issues of public importance.
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June 19, 2026
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Kathua Adm reviews Amarnath Yatra arrangements
Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma today chaired a meeting to review preparedness and arrangements for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026 in the district.
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June 19, 2026
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CDOE, JU holds pre-admission counselling sessions
The Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE), University of Jammu, on Thursday organized pre-admission counselling sessions for students seeking admission to postgraduate programmes in Social Sciences and M.Com for the 2026-27 academic session.
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June 19, 2026
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PCC condoles demise of Fatima Begum
Jammu Tawi: JKPCC has deeply condoled the sudden demise of Mrs. Fatima Begum W/o Abdul Gani Sheikh of Kishtwar Town and conveyed heartfelt condolences to the family.
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