Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha visited the Commando Training Centre (CTC) in Sunjwan, Jammu, to review training modules and operational preparedness. He interacted with trainees and was briefed on training programs, with officers proposing facility upgrades and expansion.
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Amit Sharma started as Director of Census Operations, J&K and Ladakh in Srinagar. He will oversee the digital census preparations. He reviewed staff expertise and plans to fill vacancies. The census in snow-bound areas is scheduled for October 2026.
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Jammu and Kashmir Police seized a drug peddler's property worth Rs 35 lakh, including a house and car, in Budgam. The seizure, made under the NDPS Act, was due to the property being acquired through drug trafficking. Police also demolished illegal constructions and reclaimed land in Jammu.
A J&K official urged the traffic department to fully utilize the ITMS and ITLS in Jammu and Srinagar, citing underuse. He directed immediate system restoration, repair of faulty components, and expansion to major district junctions to improve traffic flow and safety. The target is full functionality by December.
Jammu aims to extend tourist stays by promoting diverse attractions beyond pilgrimage routes. This includes leveraging digital platforms, expanding adventure activities, and developing thematic circuits. Infrastructure improvements and events like a half-marathon are planned to boost tourism and employment.
The LAHDC Kargil chairman accused the Ladakh UT administration of favoring Leh over Kargil in development efforts. He alleged the Lt. Governor prioritizes Leh, citing a failure to advocate for a Kargil mini-AIIMS during a meeting with the Union Health Minister. Kargil faces medical facility challenges due to winter inaccessibility.
Sonam Wangchuk's wife is challenging his detention under the National Security Act. She claims his detention is illegal and violates his fundamental rights. The Supreme Court will hear the petition on November 24, after protests in Ladakh, which Wangchuk was involved in, turned violent.
Two landlords in Jammu were booked for not verifying their tenants with the police, violating district magistrate orders. They face charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Police are investigating and reminding the public of mandatory tenant verification rules.
Jammu Municipal Corporation initiated a water body conservation project in Greater Kailash, Ward No. 68. A foundation stone was laid, and 300 streetlights were provided. Officials emphasized water conservation, community involvement, and maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the area.
Jammu & Kashmir will hold its first-ever limestone block auction, led by Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy. Seven limestone blocks across three districts will be auctioned, following mining reforms from the 2015 MMDR Act. This auction aims for transparency and sustainable mineral development.
J&K's Labour Commissioner issued a final notice to defaulting trade unions to submit overdue annual returns within 10 days. Non-compliance, as mandated by the Trade Unions Act, 1926, could lead to registration cancellation. The notice emphasizes accountability and transparency, urging immediate compliance.
Jammu and Kashmir launched the second phase of the Vibrant Villages Programme, focusing on 124 strategic villages across eight border districts. The program aims to improve road, telecom, and electricity access, and expand DTH services. It also emphasizes financial inclusion, tourism, and cultural preservation.
Ladakh MP Haji Haneefa Jan toured Leh district, visiting villages and facilities. Residents raised issues including PMGSY road works, compensation for land and trees, flood relief, and a land dispute. Jan aimed to understand public concerns and pledged to represent Ladakh's needs.
The ITBP is establishing 10 all-women border posts along the India-China LAC. 215 border posts have been moved forward since 2020. Seven new battalions and a sector HQ have been created. 41 more forward bases are planned. Training has been reorganized with new skilling modules.
Lt. Governor Sinha ordered J&K Police to intensify intelligence-led anti-terror operations, monitor digital platforms, and dismantle the terror support structure. He stressed zero tolerance for terrorism, urged action against sympathizers, and reviewed border security and vital installation protection.
BJP's demand to reserve seats for Hindus at a Vaishno Devi medical college sparked criticism from Kashmir-based parties. They condemned the move as communal, undermining merit-based admissions and potentially dividing society by injecting religion into education and healthcare.
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The ITBP is also in process of establishing two all-women BOPs in Ladakh's Lukung and Thangi in Himachal Pradesh
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Srinagar's security is stable due to collaborative efforts between security forces. The CRPF is actively deployed. A cricket tournament for youth aims to foster peace and community engagement. Recent raids were unrelated to major terror cases.
The University of Jammu's SHTM hosted a culinary workshop during World Heritage Week, in collaboration with UTSAAH and INTACH. The workshop highlighted Dogri cuisine, featuring experts, faculty, and students. Discussions centered on preserving and promoting local food traditions to strengthen regional identity and cultural tourism.
Police in Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir, attached the property of Mubashir Ahmad, a terror handler operating from Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Ahmad, a resident of Tral, is accused of promoting terrorism by sending arms and activating local terror networks.
Tarigami condemned the Delhi blast but criticized singling out Kashmiris. He called for thorough investigation and cited past killings of prominent figures. Tarigami opposed a proposed electricity surcharge as an injustice.