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10/05/2026

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02/05/2026

Ongoing work on the ( ) at Rarri, Block , District marks a significant step towards building robust and sustainable sanitation infrastructure in the region.
Once operational, the facility will ensure the scientific treatment and safe disposal of faecal sludge, reducing environmental contamination and safeguarding public health.
It will not only help in maintaining cleaner surroundings and protecting water bodies from pollution but also contribute to improved hygiene standards across nearby habitations.
This initiative stands as another milestone in the ongoing efforts to strengthen rural sanitation systems under a sustainable and environmentally responsible framework.

24/04/2026

📰 J&K Constitutes to Standardize Place Names in &
The Government of Jammu & Kashmir has issued a significant order constituting a high-level committee to verify and finalize the spelling and translation of place names across the Union Territory. The move aims to ensure uniformity and accuracy in official records, particularly for the preparation of maps in Hindi and Urdu editions.

As per Government Order No. 815-JK ( ) of 2026, dated April 21, 2026, the committee has been tasked with standardizing place names in line with existing official records, maps, and notifications. This step is expected to streamline administrative documentation and enhance linguistic consistency across departments.

The committee will be convened by the Director of the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh Geo-spatial Directorate and includes senior officials and academic experts. Among its members are a Special Secretary from the Planning Development & Monitoring Department, a Professor from the specializing in , and an Assistant Professor of from the .
According to the terms of reference, the panel will:
Examine and finalize standardized spellings of place names in Hindi and Urdu.
Verify translations of descriptive content from English into both languages, ensuring accuracy and uniform terminology.
The order was issued with the approval of the , reinforcing the administration’s focus on precision and standardization in governance.

21/04/2026

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19/04/2026

Govt Offers Special Admission Opportunity for J&K Students in Professional Courses

Srinagar, April 2026:
The Government of Maharashtra, through its Admissions Regulating Authority (ARA), has announced a special admission opportunity for students from Jammu & Kashmir in a wide range of professional educational courses.
As per an official communication shared with the J&K School Education Department, supernumerary seats, over and above the regular intake, have been earmarked exclusively for J&K candidates across institutions in Maharashtra. This initiative follows discussions held with ARA Chairman Samir Kumar Biswas (IAS Retd.) aimed at enhancing educational opportunities for students from the region.
Under this provision, eligible students can seek admission through Common Entrance Tests (CET) conducted by the Maharashtra State CET Cell or through national-level examinations such as (Main), , and other recognized qualifying tests.
The courses covered under this special quota include a broad spectrum of professional programmes such as Engineering (B.E./B.Tech), Architecture, Law (LL.B), Management (MBA), Computer Applications (BCA/MCA), Education (B.Ed, M.Ed), Fine Arts, Hotel Management, and several others.
Authorities have emphasized that admissions under this category will be conducted through the official CET Cell portal, ensuring transparency and accessibility. Students have been advised to apply within the stipulated timelines and refer to official websites for details on eligibility, registration, and fee structures.
The J&K School Education Department has directed all Chief Education Officers to widely disseminate this information among schools and students to maximize awareness and participation.
This initiative is expected to open new academic avenues for J&K students and support their career advancement through access to reputed institutions in Maharashtra.

17/04/2026

17/04/2026

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09/04/2026

arrests Shiekh Zada Irfan, Panchayat Secretary (VLW), Block for demanding and accepting Bribe

Jammu 09 April 2026: J&K Anti Corrupting Bureau received a written complaint to the effect that Panchayat Secretary (VLW) of Block Devsar Kulgam namely Shiekh Zada Irfan S/O Shiekh AB Rashid R/O Muniwara District Anantnag is demanding a bribe of ₹10,000 from the complainant for clearing of Bills on account of labour charges of MGNREGA works carried out by him, which was negotiated and finally settled at ₹5000.

The complainant chose not to pay bribe and instead approached P/S Anti Corruption Bureau for taking legal action against the said Panchayat Secretary (VLW) as envisaged under law.

On receipt of the complaint, a discreet verification was conducted which confirmed the demand by the said Govt. employee and accordingly Case FIR No. 04/2026 u/s 7 of P/C Act 1988 read with amendment Act-2018 was registered in PS ACB Anantnag and investigation was taken up.

During the course of investigation a trap team was constituted. The team laid a successful trap and caught the said Govt. employee red handed while demanding and accepting bribe. He was arrested on spot and bribe amount was also recovered from his possession in presence of independent witnesses associated with the trap team.

Subsequently, search of residential house of the accused Govt. employee was carried out in presence of Executive Magistrate and independent witnesses.