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GANDERBAL POLICE HOLDS SECURITY COORDINATION MEETING WITH CAPF; SECURITY GRID REVIEWED ACROSS THE DISTRICTGANDERBAL,14th...
14/09/2026

GANDERBAL POLICE HOLDS SECURITY COORDINATION MEETING WITH CAPF; SECURITY GRID REVIEWED ACROSS THE DISTRICT

GANDERBAL,
14th, SEPTEMBER 2026

Ganderbal Police today convened a coordination meeting with officers of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) at District Police Office (DPO) Ganderbal.The meeting was chaired by SSP Ganderbal Shri Sudhanshu Dhama-IPS in which officers of various CAPFs and GOs of Ganderbal Police participated. The deliberations focused on strengthening inter-agency coordination and ensuring a robust and effective security grid across the district.

SSP Ganderbal stressed the importance of maintaining close coordination, proactive information sharing and continuous assessment of the security arrangements.

Driving Skill Test in Ganderbal PostponedMVD Ganderbal postpones the driving skill test scheduled for 15 September 2026 ...
14/09/2026

Driving Skill Test in Ganderbal Postponed
MVD Ganderbal postpones the driving skill test scheduled for 15 September 2026 due to unavoidable circumstances; fresh dates will be notified separately.

14/09/2026

NHM Strike Enters Day 6 in Ganderbal, Employees Hold Candlelight Protest
Protesting employees say no “fruitful” response has come from the government yet, vow to continue and extend the strike until their demands are addressed

14/09/2026

Zahoor Ahmad Bhat Visits Hailstorm-Affected Farmers in Dar Mohalla, Pati Shalabugh
RPI (Athawale) Ganderbal District President Reviews Crop Damage, Calls for Assessment and Full Compensation for Affected Farmers

14/09/2026

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DC Ganderbal Chairs DLRC/DCC Meeting for Quarter Ending June 2026GANDERBAL, SEPTEMBER 14: Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal,...
14/09/2026

DC Ganderbal Chairs DLRC/DCC Meeting for Quarter Ending June 2026

GANDERBAL, SEPTEMBER 14: Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore, today chaired a meeting of the District Level Review Committee (DLRC) and District Level Consultative Committee (DCC) to review the performance of banks and line departments for the quarter ending June 2026 and assess the progress under the Annual Credit Plan (ACP).

At the outset, the Lead District Manager, Ganderbal, presented a comprehensive review of the bank-wise performance, covering deposits, advances and Credit Deposit Ratio (CDR). It was informed that the overall CDR of banks in the district stood at 94.29 per cent.

The Deputy Commissioner stressed upon the banks to further enhance credit flow to the agriculture sector and ensure adequate financial support to farmers and other beneficiaries. He directed the banking institutions to improve their credit dispensation mechanism and facilitate timely disposal of cases.

The DC also directed banks and line departments to expedite disposal of pending cases under various Government schemes, including KCC, PMFME, PM Surya Ghar and Mission YUVA, besides other flagship schemes, so that eligible beneficiaries are able to avail the intended benefits without delay.

Emphasising the importance of outreach and awareness, the Deputy Commissioner directed that information regarding various Government schemes and credit linked programmes be integrated into regular departmental activities, with active participation of concerned officers to ensure wider coverage and effective implementation.

The performance under various Social Security Schemes (SSS), including Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY), Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY), Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) and Atal Pension Yojana (APY), was also reviewed. The DC directed banks and line departments to work in close coordination to ensure 100 per cent coverage of all eligible beneficiaries under these welfare schemes.

The Deputy Commissioner further instructed officers of all concerned line departments to personally monitor the progress of flagship schemes, identify bottlenecks and make dedicated efforts for resolution of pending cases to ensure their timely disposal.

The DC called for sustained coordination between banks and line departments to improve credit delivery, financial inclusion and implementation of Government sponsored schemes in the district. He emphasised that coordinated efforts should be made to ensure that the benefits of various schemes reach the intended beneficiaries in a timely and transparent manner.

The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner Ganderbal, General Manager DIC Ganderbal, Chief Planning Officer, Ganderbal, Lead District Officer RBI, Chief Agriculture Officer Ganderbal, Chief Horticulture Officer Ganderbal, District Sheep Husbandry Officer Ganderbal, Assistant Director Employment Ganderbal, Assistant Director Fisheries Ganderbal, Assistant Director Handicraft/Handloom Ganderbal, Area Marketing Officer Horticulture (P&M) Ganderbal, Deputy Registrar Cooperative Ganderbal, District Officer KVIB Ganderbal, Cluster Head J&K Bank Ganderbal, Director JKRBT Ganderbal, Lead District Manager Ganderbal, and representatives/Branch Heads of SBI, JKSCB, HDFC Bank, J&K Grameen Bank, Punjab National Bank, Canara Bank, Axis Bank and ICICI Bank, besides other concerned officers.

14/09/2026
14/09/2026

Two killed, seven injured as Matador overturns near Reasi

Reasi, Sept 14 (KNO): Two people were killed and seven others injured after a passenger Matador overturned near the Bakkal Tunnel area of Reasi district on Monday, officials said.

An official told the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that the Matador, bearing registration number JK14B-2973, was travelling from Bakkal towards Reasi when it overturned on the road near the tunnel.

He said two persons died in the accident, while seven others sustained injuries and their identities are being ascertained. “Police and rescue teams have reached the spot and shifted the injured to a nearby hospital for treatment,” the official said.

Meanwhile, police have initiated necessary proceedings.—(KNO)

GPA Expresses Condolences on Demise of Haji Ghulam Nabi TantaryGanderbal: The Ganderbal Press Association (GPA) has expr...
14/09/2026

GPA Expresses Condolences on Demise of Haji Ghulam Nabi Tantary

Ganderbal: The Ganderbal Press Association (GPA) has expressed deep sorrow and grief over the demise of Haji Ghulam Nabi Tantary, uncle of Aqzar Raheel, a member of the Ganderbal Press Association.

Chief Patron Aftab Mir, along with all members of the Ganderbal Press Association, conveyed heartfelt condolences to Aqzar Raheel and the bereaved family and expressed solidarity with them in this difficult hour of grief.

The association prayed for the departed soul and for strength and patience for the bereaved family to bear the irreparable loss.

The GPA prayed to Allah SWT to grant Haji Ghulam Nabi Tantary Jannat-ul-Firdous, forgive his shortcomings, elevate his ranks in the hereafter, and bless the bereaved family with Sabr-e-Jameel.

Senior Congress Leader & former National Coordinator AICC Sibtain Shah Meets Rev. Msgr. Andrea Francia, Ambassador / Cha...
13/09/2026

Senior Congress Leader & former National Coordinator AICC Sibtain Shah Meets Rev. Msgr. Andrea Francia, Ambassador / Chargé d’Affaires of the Apostolic Nunciature (Holy See/Vatican City) to India

New Delhi
Senior Congress leader and former All India Congress Committee (AICC) National Coordinator Sibtain Shah held a cordial and constructive meeting with Rev. Msgr. Andrea Francia, Chargé d’Affaires of the Apostolic Nunciature to India (Holy See / Vatican City), in New Delhi.

During the meeting, Sibtain Shah and Msgr. Francia discussed the enduring friendly relations between India and the Holy See. They exchanged views on the importance of interfaith dialogue, mutual respect among communities, promotion of peace, human dignity, and continued cooperation in areas of shared interest.

Sibtain Shah specially highlighted the valuable contributions of churches and missionary schools in Jammu & Kashmir. He appreciated their longstanding role in providing quality education, healthcare, and social service across the region, and noted how these institutions have served students and communities of all backgrounds with dedication and inclusivity. He underlined that such efforts strengthen social harmony and the spirit of mutual respect in J&K.

Msgr. Andrea Francia reciprocated the warm sentiments and expressed appreciation for India’s inclusive ethos. He acknowledged the positive work of Catholic institutions, including those in Jammu & Kashmir, and emphasised the value of ongoing dialogue and collaboration between the Holy See and India in the fields of education, pastoral care, and service to society.

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