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POONCH, APRIL 10: Deputy Commissioner Poonch, Ashok Kumar Sharma, chaired meetings to finalize the action plan for the 100-day "Nasha Mukt Bharat" campaign, involving officials and representatives from civil society, NGOs, and religious organizations.A comprehensive strategy was outlined, with...

Poonch, April 9: Authorities swiftly responded to the landslide threat in Chikriban, taking immediate steps to protect residents and property.Following instructions from Deputy Commissioner Ashok Kumar Sharma, a joint team of district administration and police officials visited the affected...

Jammu, April 9 – Five workers from J&K have been killed in a road accident in Kuwait, and their families have demanded the return of their bodies on Thursday.The five individuals included one from Thanamandi in Rajouri and four from Surankote in Poonch.The families of the deceased workers...

POONCH, APRIL 04: The Indian Army organized an informative session on the Youth Employment Scheme at Gursai Mohri, Poonch.Students were briefed on skill development, self-employment schemes, vocational training, financial assistance, and career counselling. The interactive session clarified...

POONCH, APRIL 04: DC Ashok Kumar Sharma held a press conference to address public concerns in light of the ongoing situation. He assured the public that supplies of LPG, petrol, diesel, and other essential commodities are adequate, and that the overall situation in Poonch remains normal and...

Jammu, April 2 The State Investigation Agency (SIA) has filed a chargesheet against a terrorist facilitator in a case related to the killing of a villager and injuring his soldier brother in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir two years ago, an official said.The chargesheet was filed before...

POONCH, 2 April 2026: The Directorate of Census Operations concluded Phase-I training in Poonch, providing Charge Officers with the essential skills needed for house listing and the housing census. Officials emphasized the importance of accuracy, efficiency, and the vital role of the census in...

A two-day Gojri Literary and Cultural Meet began at the Himalayan Education Mission Society College, Rajouri, bringing together writers, poets, and intellectuals from Poonch and Rajouri.The event was organized by the Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture, and Languages in collaboration...

POONCH, April 1, 2026: The Health Department observed "Prevention of Blindness Week" from April 1 to April 7 at the Raja Sukhdev Singh District Hospital in Poonch. The aim was to raise awareness among the general public about preventing visual impairment.

Jammu, March 29 Addressing the concerns of legislators, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said that funds earmarked under the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) are non-lapsable, with savings exceeding Rs 25 crore recorded under the scheme.In a written reply to a starred question...

Jammu, March 27 Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha interacted with students from the Army Goodwill School from the border region of Saujiyan in Poonch at Lok Bhavan here, an official spokesperson said.The contingent, consisting of 33 students accompanied by teachers and Army personnel...

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha interacted with students from the Army Goodwill School (AGS), Saujiyan, Poonch, during his visit to Jammu as part of the J&K Integration Tour under Operation Sadbhavana. Akashvani Jammu correspondent reports that this tour, organized as part of the White Knight...

Srinagar, March 26 The opposition PDP said on Thursday that the responsibility lies with the Jammu and Kashmir government to create new administrative units in the Union territory to empower various regions, after Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha gave his approval for considering a Private...

Panic gripped the border district of Poonch today following rumors of a potential shortage of petroleum products in the wake of ongoing tensions in Iran. Long queues were seen outside petrol pumps and LPG distribution centers as residents rushed to refuel their vehicles and stock up on cooking...

A felicitation ceremony was organized today by the Sanatan Dharam Sabha Poonch at Geeta Bhawan to honor IAS and KAS aspirants from Poonch who have brought pride to the district and set an inspiring example for the younger generation. Athletes who have won gold medals and secured top positions in...

Jammu, March 24 A senior Army officer visited the headquarters of the Romeo Force on Tuesday to review the prevailing security situation and strengthen the counter-terrorism grid in the twin border districts of Rajouri and Poonch in Jammu and Kashmir, officials said.The visit by Lieutenant...

As a major step towards implementing Mission Gyan Bharatam, the District Level Training Committee (DLTC) organized a one-day training program for surveyors in Poonch today.The training aimed to equip surveyors with the skills and knowledge necessary to conduct a comprehensive household survey...

Poonch, March 23A one-day training program for surveyors was organized in Poonch under Mission Gyan Bharatam by the District Level Training Committee (DLTC) of the department.The program aimed to equip surveyors with the necessary skills and knowledge to conduct a comprehensive household...

The Army Goodwill School, Gagrian (Sawjian), which is operated by the Indian Army (25 RR), has organized a Student Integration Tour (SIT) from March 23 to March 28, 2026, for its students.The tour was officially launched today at ALG Ground, Poonch, by the Commander of the 93rd Infantry...

Poonch/Jammu, March 22 The Mughal Road, a vital alternative route connecting Kashmir with the rest of the country, reopened for vehicular traffic on Sunday after remaining closed for about 10 days due to heavy snowfall, officials said.The 84-km road links south Kashmir's Shopian district with...