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BANDIPORA, February 13, 2026 — Bringing significant relief to the residents of the remote Gurez Valley, the District Administration of Bandipora officially reopened the strategic Bandipora–Gurez road for regulated traffic today. Under close supervision from local authorities and specialized departments, a convoy of 23 vehicles successfully completed the journey from Bandipora to Gurez. Due to…

KULGAM, February 13, 2026 — In a major strike against the financial foundations of the narcotics trade, the Jammu & Kashmir Police in Kulgam have attached immovable properties valued at approximately ₹1.5 crore. The seized assets, located in Village Manigam, include six shops, five godowns, a tin shed, and a plinth belonging to Mohd Ashraf…

SHOPIAN, February 13, 2026 — As part of an intensified crackdown on the regional drug trade, the Shopian Police successfully recovered a significant cache of illicit substances during a targeted raid in the Khudpora area. Acting on precise intelligence, a specialized team from Police Station Shopian, accompanied by an Executive Magistrate, executed a search at…

KATHUA, February 13, 2026 — In a major breakthrough against cross-border narcotics smuggling, the Kathua Police, under the supervision of SSP Mohita Sharma, IPS, has dismantled an inter-state network involved in transporting drone-dropped heroin from Pakistan. Acting on precise intelligence regarding a drone-dropping incident near the Nagri sector on the Jammu & Kashmir–Punjab border, police…

JAMMU, February 13, 2026 — In a decisive move to safeguard public health, the Minister for Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, informed the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly today that the Health Department has launched extensive special enforcement drives across all districts of the Union Territory. These measures come in direct response to recent…

JAMMU, FEBRUARY 13, 2026 – The Jammu and Kashmir government has successfully reclaimed over 140 kanals of prime land from illegal encroachers across the Bahu and Jammu South Tehsils over the past year. In a detailed briefing to the House on behalf of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Minister for Education Sakeena Itoo revealed that a…

JAMMU, February 13, 2026 The Jammu and Kashmir government has officially clarified the status of tourism infrastructure in the Reasi district, noting that the vast majority of its assets are active and serving the public. Speaking in the Legislative Assembly on behalf of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Minister for Rural Development Javid Ahmad Dar informed…

SRINAGAR, February 13, 2026 — The Jammu and Kashmir government has announced a comprehensive plan to simplify the issuance of No Objection Certificates (NOCs) for construction activities within municipal areas to eliminate bureaucratic delays and public hardship. Speaking in the Legislative Assembly on behalf of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Minister for Social Welfare Sakeena Itoo…

SRINAGAR, February 13, 2026 — Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA), Satish Sharma, officially informed the House today that the Public Distribution System (PDS) in Jammu and Kashmir remains strictly governed by the National Food Security Act (NFSA) of the Government of India and the Jammu & Kashmir Targeted Public Distribution System…

JAMMU, FEBRUARY 13, 2026 – During the ongoing Question Hour of the 2026 Budget Session, the Minister for Education, Sakeena Itoo, underscored the government’s strategic shift toward strengthening the existing academic landscape in Jammu and Kashmir. Responding to a query raised by Legislator Muzaffar Iqbal Khan in the Legislative Assembly, the Minister clarified that the…

JAMMU, FEBRUARY 13, 2026 — In a landmark session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, lawmakers today officially passed significant budgetary grants totaling over Rs. 6.77 lakh Lakh (approx. ₹6,778 crore) to bolster critical infrastructure and social welfare. The funds are earmarked for the Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment, Irrigation & Flood Control,…

KATRA, February 13, 2026 — In a strategic move to revitalize the traditional pilgrimage route, the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) held a high-level consultation today with the Banganga–Charanpaduka Shopkeepers Association and local senior citizens. Chaired by Chief Executive Officer Sachin Kumar Vaishya, the meeting follows directives from the 76th Board Meeting led…

SRINAGAR, February 13, 2026 — The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) of Jammu and Kashmir has arrested Mukhtar Ahmad Khan, an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) posted at Police Station Bemina, Srinagar, for demanding and accepting a bribe. The official, a resident of Newa Pulwama, was caught red-handed during a meticulously planned sting operation. The arrest followed a formal…

RAMBAN, February 13, 2026 — In a poignant tribute to national sacrifice, the 84 Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) successfully concluded the Shaheed Mushtaq Ahmed Memorial Volleyball Tournament 2026 at Chanderkote. The week-long sporting event, which began on February 5, saw eight competitive teams from across the Ramban district vying for the…

DODA, February 13, 2026 — In a heartfelt tribute to the elderly, the Tehsil Social Welfare Office Doda, joined by the Tehsil Legal Services Committee (TLSC), organized a vibrant “Elders Day” program aimed at fostering social inclusion and emotional well-being. Conducted under the leadership of Deputy Commissioner Harvinder Singh and the supervision of District Social…

SAMBA, February 13, 2026 — In a significant move to strengthen emergency medical response in Jammu and Kashmir, Deputy Commissioner Samba, Ayushi Sudan, officially handed over a fully equipped ambulance to the District Health Department today. The life-saving vehicle was donated by the Samba unit of Kandhari Beverages Limited as part of its Corporate Social…

JAMMU, February 13, 2026 — Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo today conducted a comprehensive review of the “Nasha Mukt J&K Abhiyan,” a massive outreach initiative spearheaded by the Information Department to eradicate substance abuse across the Union Territory. Highlighting the campaign’s significant grassroots impact, officials reported that over 9,000 awareness events have already mobilized upwards of…

JAMMU, February 13, 2026 — In a move to bolster regional stability and defensive posture, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the White Knight Corps conducted a high-level security review across the forward sectors of Pallanwala and Rajouri. Accompanied by the GOC of the Cross Swords Division and the GOC of Romeo Force, the leadership…

NEW DELHI, February 13, 2026 – Seeking urgent intervention for the residents of Jammu & Kashmir’s frontier zones, senior leader Pawan Khajuria met with Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in the national capital to advocate for the rights of border families. The primary focus of the meeting centered on the pending land compensation cases in…

JAMMU, February 13, 2026 – The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, currently in its Budget Session, paused its proceedings today to mourn the passing of veteran leader and former Minister Peerzada Ghulam Ahmad Shah. Formally informing the House of the sad news, Chairman Mubarik Gul led the assembly in paying rich tributes to the departed…

JAMMU, February 13, 2026 – Abdul Rahim Rather, Speaker of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly (JKLA), expressed deep sorrow today following the demise of Qamar Ali Akhoon, a veteran politician and former Minister. Describing the loss as a significant blow to the public life of the region, the Speaker visited Karbala House in Jammu…

JAMMU, February 13, 2026 – Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed profound grief today over the demise of two prominent political figures and former ministers, Qamar Ali Akhoon and Peerzada Ghulam Ahmad Shah. In a heartfelt condolence message, the Chief Minister paid tribute to their decades of public service, describing them as leaders who served the…