Ajay Jandyal

Lok Sabha passes Bill for Pahari tribe recognition

February 8, 2024

In a landmark decision, the Lok Sabha has given its nod to the Constitution (Jammu and Kashmir) Scheduled Tribes Order Amendment Bill, 2023, paving the way for the inclusion of the Pahari ethnic group into the union territory’s scheduled tribes (ST) list. This move comes amidst both applause and apprehension,...

Central government investments exceed Rs 5600 crore in J&K since Article 370 abrogation

February 8, 2024

The Central government revealed on Wednesday that it has made significant investments totaling over Rs 5600 crore across various sectors in Jammu and Kashmir since the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019. In response to a query, Minister of State in the Ministry of Home Affairs, Nityanand Rai, highlighted the...

Ministry of Home Affairs: Security situation in J&K shows significant improvement

February 8, 2024

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Wednesday highlighted the considerable improvement in the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir since 2019, reiterating the Government of India’s steadfast commitment to a zero-tolerance policy against terrorism. In response to a query regarding the security scenario in J&K, Minister of State in...

Government’s decision to grant ST status to Paharis in J&K applauded by leaders

February 8, 2024

In a significant development for Jammu and Kashmir, the passing of the Constitution (Jammu and Kashmir) Scheduled Tribes Order (Amendment) Bill, 2024 in the Lok Sabha has been hailed as historic by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, former Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, and former Deputy Chief Minister Muzaffar Hussain Baig. Lieutenant...

Lt Gov Manoj Sinha inaugurates Synthetic Football Turf at Jagti Camp

February 8, 2024

In a significant step towards promoting sports infrastructure, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha laid the foundation stone of a Synthetic Football Turf at Jagti Camp, Nagrota, today, marking a milestone in the region’s sporting landscape. The Synthetic Football Turf, to be developed at a cost of Rs 5.75 crore, will include...

Lok Sabha passes bill for OBC reservation in Jammu and Kashmir local bodies

February 7, 2024

The Lok Sabha, on Tuesday, passed a crucial bill aiming to provide reservation to Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in local bodies in Jammu and Kashmir. The move comes as the government highlights significant transformations in the Union territory since the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019. Responding to the debate...

Retired army soldier arrested by Delhi Police for alleged links to LeT

February 7, 2024

Delhi Police have detained Riyaz Ahmed, a retired Army soldier suspected of ties to the proscribed terrorist organization Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), on Sunday, February 4, from the New Delhi Railway Station. Ahmed’s apprehension follows significant developments, with the Jammu and Kashmir Police recently dismantling a LeT module operating in Kupwara district....

Security Tightened Outside Omar Abdullah’s Residence in Jammu Ahead of Proposed Visit to Rajouri

February 7, 2024

Security has been intensified outside the residence of former Chief Minister Omar Abdullah in Jammu, amid growing tensions surrounding his planned visit to the Rajouri district. However, it has been confirmed that Abdullah has not been granted permission to travel to Rajouri by the authorities. The decision to beef up...

Ladakh clinches historic Gold in Women’s Short Track relay at Khelo India Winter Games

February 6, 2024

Ladakh had a day of triumph and challenge at the ongoing Khelo India Winter Games, achieving a historic gold in the women’s short track 1600m relay while facing defeat in the men’s ice-hockey semi-final against ITBP. The Ladakh quartet of Skarma Tsultim, Insha Fatima, Tasnia Shamim, and Padma Angmo scripted...

Lt Gov Manoj Sinha empowers NCC cadets, urges youth to lead change

February 6, 2024

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha of Jammu and Kashmir expressed his vision for the youth to be at the forefront of change, recognizing their pivotal role in shaping the future. The statement came during an interaction with National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets who participated in the Republic Day Parade 2024 in...

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