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Secy in APD reviews implementation of HADP projects
Secretary in Agriculture Production Department (APD) and Mission Director, Holistic Agriculture Development Program (HADP), Sandeep Kumar, on Thursday said that successful implementation of HADP will play a pivotal role in transforming Jammu and Kashmir's agriculture and allied sectors into a sustainable and vibrant Rs 1 lakh crore agri-economy.
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June 13, 2025
State Times
IGNOU June 2025 Term-End Exams begin smoothly across Jammu Region
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has commenced its June 2025 Term-End Examinations across the Jammu region with smooth and orderly conduct.
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June 13, 2025
State Times
Mobilize community to minimize forest fires: CS
Amid rising temperatures and the looming threat of scorching heat wave across J&K, Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, on Thursday convened a high level meeting of the Forest Department, Divisional Commissioners and district administrations regarding proactive planning to protect the region's 'green gold' from the menace of forest fires.
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June 13, 2025
State Times
Cross-Border Narcotics Crisis: The Menace Linking Pakistan and Punjab
The drug menace in Punjab has long been a simmering crisis, but its roots stretch far beyond domestic boundaries.
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June 13, 2025
State Times
Follow footsteps of Guru Kabir Dass: Mula Ram
JAMMU: Sant Kabir Jayanti was celebrated with great enthusiasm and religious fervour across the Jammu region today, marked by special prayers, community Langars, and 'Shabeel' arrangements at various temples dedicated to the revered saint.
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June 12, 2025
State Times
TTOU urges Govt to stop outsider tempos from picking passengers in Jammu
JAMMU: Kamal Kumar Chairman and Kali Dass, President of the Tempo Travel Owners Union (TTOU), Jammu, voiced serious concerns over the increasing operation of outsider vehicles (Tempos) within the Jammu region.
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June 12, 2025
State Times
Manya Banotra selected for BCCI's U-19 Girls High Performance Camp
JAMMU: For her fabulous all-round display, promising batting all-rounder Manya Banotra has got the nod of All India Women's Selection Committee to be part of the High Performance Camp for U-19 Girls, being conducted by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)--Centre of Excellence New Campus, Bengaluru from June 23 to July 23, 2025. This was informed by Brig Anil Gupta, Member Administration JKCA after receiving a letter from VVS Laxman, Head Cricket, BCCI--CoE.
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June 12, 2025
State Times
What can we do as individuals to protect birds from the extreme heat?
With the onset of summer, it is crucial to prepare for heat waves, periods characterized by significantly elevated temperatures.
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June 12, 2025
State Times
Water & Blood Cannot Flow Together; Tourism and Terror Cannot Work Together
The barbaric terrorists attack on the Indian tourists at Pahalgam Kashmir on the 22nd April-2025, at the scenic meadows of a natural location in Pahalgam in South Kashmir, known as Baisaran recognized as \"mini Switzerland\", turned into a scene of carnage as terrorists opened fire on innocent tourists enjoying their sojourn to Pahalgam.
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June 12, 2025
State Times
SWD Reasi organises poster making competition under 'Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan'
KATRA: SANKALPHub for Empowerment of Women Reasi, Mission Shakti organises Poster making Competition on the theme 'Nasha Mukt Bharat' under the aegis of Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan at GDC Katra. The programme was held under the overall supervision of District Social Welfare Officer Reasi, Sachin Sharma, with an aim to aware students about the ill effects and bad consequences of drug abuse.
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June 12, 2025
State Times
Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan gains momentum in Bani Tehsil
BANI: Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan took momentum Bani Tehsil with a strong push to revolutionize the region's agricultural practices.
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June 12, 2025
State Times
Divisional Commissioner Jammu visits Sukrala Mata Shrine, reviews civic amenities
Divisional Commissioner Jammu Ramesh Kumar visited revered Sukrala Mata Shrine in Billawar, where he reviewed the facilities for devotees.
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June 12, 2025
State Times
Reasi Admin designates ace Paralympian Archer Rakesh Kumar as Brand Ambassador
To further strengthen and mobilize public support in its fight against drug abuse, the District Administration Reasi, under the leadership of Deputy Commissioner Nidhi Malik, has designated Paralympian Para Archer and Arjuna Awardee Rakesh Kumar as the district's Brand Ambassador for the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan.
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June 12, 2025
State Times
Ravinder leads Jai Hind Yatra at Sunderbani
Congress on Wednesday organised impressive Jai Hind Sabhas followed by Jai Hind Yatras at Sunderbani in Rajouri district and Ramban, as part of the nation wide campaign of the party to pay respect to the armed forces for their bravery and valour and also to question the ruling BJP's attempts to politicize operation Sindhoor.
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June 12, 2025
State Times
NEW ERA OF PEACE
Since taking office in 2014, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made national security, development, and regional integration core tenets of his governance. Nowhere have these priorities been tested more deeply-and more visibly-than in Jammu & Kashmir.
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June 12, 2025
State Times
Dr. Hajji Shak elevated to Senior Vice President Adm of AIPP
In a significant move aimed at strengthening and revitalizing the Jammu & Kashmir unit of the All India Panchayat Parishad (AIPP), Dr. Hajji Shak Mohammed has been elevated to the esteemed position of Senior Vice President.
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June 12, 2025
State Times
JMC launches crack down on unregistered Pet, Bird shops
JAMMU: The Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC), under the Directions of Commissioner JMC, Dr, Devansh Yadav, on Wednesday intensified its drive against unregistered pet and bird sellers operating illegally within the city.
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June 12, 2025
State Times
India bounces back strong in CAVA U-19 Volleyball Championship after tough opener
After a challenging start to their campaign, Team India displayed sheer determination and teamwork to register a convincing win against Kyrgyzstan in the ongoing Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA) U-19 Men's Volleyball Championship 2025, being held in Tashkent from June 10 to 16.
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June 12, 2025
State Times
City Excise Range South Jammu conducts raids in Sub Range Bishnah
150 ltrs, 149 pouches of illicit liquor destroyed
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June 12, 2025
State Times
June 2025 Term-End Examinations of IGNOU to start today
The June 2025 Term-end Examinations of the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) for various Academic Programmes offered by the University are commencing from June 12, 2025 across the Country including Jammu province.
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June 12, 2025
State Times
Aayan Sharma of KCPS selected for Senior National Aquatic Championship
JAMMU: Aayan Sharma, a talented swimmer and dedicated class X student, has been selected to represent the state at the prestigious 78th Senior National Aquatic Championship to be held at the Kalinga Stadium Complex, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, from 22nd to 26th June 2025
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June 12, 2025
State Times
SSP Kishtwar flags off Annual Mindal Mata Yatra
The annual and sacred Charri Chandi Yatra (Mindal) commenced with great devotion and enthusiasm from Sarkoot Mandir, Kishtwar. The yatra was ceremoniously flagged off by Senior Superintendent of Police Kishtwar, Naresh Singh, in the presence of Yatra organisers, police officers, and a large gathering of devotees.
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June 12, 2025
State Times
Jodhamal Public School organises educational visit to RBI Jammu for Class XII economics students
JAMMU: In an effort to provide experiential learning beyond the classroom, Jodhamal Public School organized an educational visit to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Jammu, for Class XII Economics students of the 2025-26 session. The visit aimed to give students a first-hand understanding of the working and regulatory functions of the country's central bank.
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June 12, 2025
State Times
PDL/TDL workers of PDD suspend agitation for 15 days following assurance from MD JPDCL
JAMMU: The long-standing protest by PDL/TDL workers of the Power Development Department (PDD), who have been serving across various corporations in Jammu and Kashmir for over 25 years, was temporarily suspended today for 15 days. The decision came following an assurance from the Managing Director (MD) of Jammu Power Distribution Corporation Ltd. (JPDCL) regarding their long-pending demands, primarily centered around regularization and release of pending wages.
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June 12, 2025
State Times
Katra Chamber organises MSME Carnival Session
The Chamber of Tourism Trade and Industry Katra (CTTIK) in collaboration with UCO Bank organized an insightful MSME Carnival Session aimed at empowering local entrepreneurs and enhancing financial literacy among stakeholders of the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector.
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June 12, 2025
State Times
Two-day Mela concludes at Bawa Bhair Devsathan
The two-day ancient Bawa Bhair Mela concluded with religious fervor and devotion at the revered Bawa Bhair Devsathan in Block Nagrota on Wednesday evening.
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June 12, 2025
State Times
Shri Amarnathji Yatra; VHP organises Pratham Pujan ceremony on Jyeshtha Purnima at Tawi Arti Sthal
To invoke the Blessings of Lord Shiva for the upcoming Shri Amarnathji yatra, Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) organized a Pratham Pujan ceremony on the auspicious occasion of Jyeshtha Purnima at Tawi Arti Sthal (Warehouse Side), Tawi River Front. The ceremony commenced with Havan Yagya and Shiv Aradhana at 9:00 AM, followed by Purnahuti at 10:30 AM. The ceremony began with Pratham Pujan, followed by Rudrabhishek of Lord Shiva, and then Havan Yagya and Purnahuti. The main yajamans and patrons of the ceremony were Rajesh Gupta, President of Vishwa Hindu Parishad J&K and Ladakh, along with his wife Ritika Gupta, Chairperson of Raghunath Ji Corridor Vikas Council.
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June 12, 2025
State Times
Dr Jitendra, Norway Minister Marianne hold bilateral; discuss marine resource management
Dr. Jitendra Singh on Friday held a 'bilateral' with Marianne Sivertsen Ness, Norway's Minister of Fisheries and Ocean Policy to discuss a range of issues concerning sustainable fisheries, marine resource management, sustainable fisheries and the broader framework of the blue economy.
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June 12, 2025
State Times
Pahari Tribe ST Forum delegation meets secretary PAB; discusses key issues
A delegation from the Pahari Tribe ST Forum met with Sapna Kotwal (JKAS), Secretary of the Jammu & Kashmir Pahari Advisory Board (PAB), in Jammu to discuss pressing concerns, including the distribution of scholarships among Pahari ethnic students.
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June 12, 2025
State Times
Prasar Bharati, Shucae Films OTT join forces to boost WAVES OTT content portfolio
In a strategic move to expand digital content and engage wider audiences, Prasar Bharati has partnered with Shucae Films OTT. This collaboration brings Shucae's dynamic slate of original web content to Prasar Bharati's digital platform WAVES, with select shows also airing on its national television network.
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