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JAMMU, NOVEMBER 15: Minister for Youth Services & Sports, Satish Sharma and Advisor to Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani today lead the 3rd Jammu Midnight Marathon at M.A Stadium here to boost Fitness Movement across J&K.

The 3rd edition of Jammu Midnight Marathon, organised by J&K Sports Council in collaboration with Real Time Sports, was successfully held last night and early this morning at MA Stadium here.

Minister for Youth Services & Sports, Satish Sharma and Advisor to Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani were also present on the occasion.

In his address, Minister Satish Sharma said, “Our priority is to create an ecosystem where athletes have access to quality training, world-class facilities, and regular competitive exposure”.

He added that events like Midnight Marathon strengthen community participation and inspire people, especially youth to adopt fitness as a daily habit. “A healthy J&K is our commitment, and we will continue expanding initiatives that benefit athletes and society at large,” he stated.

Advisor to the Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani, praised the event, stating, “The enthusiasm witnessed today reflects the evolving sports culture in J&K. Under the dynamic leadership of our CM, We are enhancing infrastructure, supporting athletes at every level, and encouraging citizens to embrace physical activity. Events like these unite communities and motivate youth toward disciplined, active living”.

Pertinently, the marathon witnessed an impressive turnout, with more than 600 runners from diverse age groups, turning the event into a vibrant celebration of fitness, determination, and community spirit.

Participants competed across two phases as the night-time run transformed the stadium and adjoining tracks into an energetic arena of lights, cheers, and athletic enthusiasm. The event reaffirmed J&K’s growing commitment to health, fitness, and active lifestyles.

Secretary, J&K Sports Council along with senior officers of JKSC also witnessed the marathon, reiterating ongoing initiatives to upgrade infrastructure, strengthen coaching systems, and widen opportunities for athletes across J&K.

At the closing ceremony, winners of both phases of the marathon were felicitated for their commitment and competitive spirit. The recognition added further energy to the event, inspiring many first-time runners to pursue sports and fitness more seriously.

The organisers noted that the Midnight Marathon aims to promote health, foster active lifestyles, and unite sports lovers from across the region. The overwhelming participation once again highlighted J&K’s rising enthusiasm for fitness-driven community engagement.

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Calls for acceleration in execution of works

JAMMU, NOVEMBER 15: Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Information Technology, Transport, Youth Services & Sports, ARI and Trainings, Satish Sharma today conducted an extensive visit to various project sites in Khour to inspect the pace of ongoing developmental works.

During the visit the Minister reviewed and inaugurated the 2.00 km road construction project from Datyal to Gujrail in Block Khour.

 Interacting with engineers and field staff on-site, he directed them to strictly adhere to quality parameters and ensure that the work is completed within the stipulated timeline to improve rural connectivity.

The Minister also inspected key link road projects including Construction of link road connecting Tibbi Mohalla from Akhnoor–Pallanwala Road, Construction of link road with pacca drain from Sita Ram Temple in Panchayat Mattoo.

At both locations, Minister Sharma assessed the progress made so far, examined the foundation and drainage work, and instructed the executing agencies to remove bottlenecks immediately. He emphasized that these link roads will significantly ease local mobility and must be delivered with high workmanship standards.

 The Minister also inaugurated  the project for macadamization of the link road from Badhan to Gair and allied links of Panchayat Manchak. He noted the importance of the road for daily commuters and urged the engineering teams to accelerate the execution, ensuring that weather conditions do not slow the pace of work.

Minister also inspected the ongoing works being undertaken by Youth Service and Sports department.  He visited Govt High School Datyal Zone Khour where Volleyball court is being constructed

Interacting with locals  during his visit,  Satish Sharma said that the Government is committed to rapid, transparent, and quality-driven development, especially in rural belts where improved connectivity directly impacts livelihoods. He directed officials to maintain regular field monitoring, ensure proper utilization of funds, and keep local representatives informed about the progress of each project.

The Minister reaffirmed that his departments will continue to prioritize development that strengthens infrastructure and enhances public convenience. He also assured residents that delays will not be tolerated, and any lapse in execution will invite accountability.


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JAMMU, NOVEMBER 15: Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo today chaired a high-level meeting to review departmental preparedness for the upcoming Youth Engagement & Empowerment Programme, a UT-wide initiative aimed at fostering meaningful participation of young people in cultural, educational, entrepreneurial, and community-oriented activities across all districts of Jammu & Kashmir.

The meeting was attended by several senior Administrative Heads, including the Additional Chief Secretary, Agriculture Production Department; Principal Secretary, Culture; Commissioner Secretaries of Information, Youth Services & Sports, Industries & Commerce, Floriculture, and Rural Development Departments; Divisional Commissioners of Jammu and Kashmir; Secretary, IT; Secretary, Skill Development Department; Director General, Economics & Statistics; Director General, YS&S; DDG, NIC; Director Colleges; and other senior officers. Deputy Commissioners of all districts participated through video conferencing.

During the meeting, the Chief Secretary sought detailed inputs from each department on their proposed activity calendars and strategies for the mega youth engagement campaign. He directed all departments to upload their comprehensive action plans on the dedicated portal created for the programme, along with details of nodal officers and date-wise reports of activities to be conducted.

Highlighting the vast potential for cultural enrichment, the Chief Secretary urged the Culture Department to design a vibrant and inclusive programme on the lines of initiatives by the Youth Services & Sports Department. He advised launching extensive cultural engagement activities in coordination with educational institutions across the UT, including poetry recitations, painting competitions, quizzes, skits, essay writing contests, and debates in schools and colleges.

The Chief Secretary also took this occasion to highlight the role of departments like Information, YS&S, School Education, Higher Education, Skill Development and that of the Agriculture and Industries departments for making this Youth Engagement programme a huge success here.

He emphasised that the programme should also serve as an opportunity to raise awareness among youth about various government employment schemes, livelihood opportunities, and welfare programmes across all towns and villages of J&K.

The Chief Secretary directed that the youth engagement portal be integrated with the Government of India’s MyGov platform to enhance visibility, access, and public engagement. He instructed all departments to finalize and submit their activity plans within 15 days, ensuring that the proposed calendar is comprehensive, inclusive, and aligned with the overall objectives of the programme to engage youth productively from start to end of this programme.

Addressing the Deputy Commissioners, the Chief Secretary stressed the need for strong oversight and effective coordination at the district level to ensure timely execution of all action points and to secure maximum participation of youth across the UT.

He further called for making the portal more dynamic by assigning department-wise and district-wise tabs up to the panchayat level, complete with high-quality geotagged images and videos documenting all activities for the interest and viewing of all.

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BHADERWAH, NOVEMBER 14: The Social Welfare Department, Tehsil Office Bhaderwah in collaboration with Child Line, organised a comprehensive awareness programme for students under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (NMBA) here today.

 The event, coinciding with Children’s Day, was held at Saraswati Memorial High School. The initiative aimed to educate young students about the growing threat of substance abuse and promote a healthier, safer community.

The programme witnessed active participation from students, faculty members, staff of the TSWO office and representatives from Child Line Bhaderwah.

Resource persons delivered informative talks highlighting the harmful physical, psychological and social effects of drug addiction. They also discussed preventive measures, early signs of substance abuse and the importance of seeking timely support.

Speakers emphasised that combating drug abuse is a collective responsibility, urging students, teachers, parents and community members to work together to build a drug-free society. They encouraged students to become ambassadors of awareness and spread the message within their families and neighbourhood.

The event concluded with a solemn pledge with the participants reaffirming commitment to support the mission of Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan. Awareness materials were also distributed, and students were motivated to lead a disciplined, positive and addiction-free lifestyle.

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KATHUA, NOVEMBER 14: Government Degree College Ramkote recently organized an Internship Certificate distribution ceremony to recognize the outstanding performance of its students of Semester-V who successfully completed their Summer Internship Programme in Major Education, Political Science and Sociology.

The event started with welcoming the Zonal Medical Officer, Dr.Raj Kumar under whose supervision the entire internship was conducted.

The 15 day internship programme was conducted in the month of July - August 2025 at Ayushman Arogya Mandir, providing students hands-on training in handling basic medical equipment, first aid, checking blood pressure and blood group. The internship aimed to develop skills in students that can prepare them for employment and apply theoretical knowledge to real-world challenges. The ceremony acknowledged the students' hard work and dedication and provided them with certificates and recognition for their efforts.

Faculty present at the event included Prof, Pankaj Nandan IQAC Convener, Prof Suresh Chander Convener Cultural Committee, Prof Anu Sharma, NSS PO, Prof Vasundra Raje, HoD Sociology, Sushil Singh,  Krishan Singh and Ankush Kundral.

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Jammu, November 14: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has achieved a major win in the Jammu and Kashmir by-elections. Devyani Rana, contesting for the first time, successfully won the Nagrota Assembly seat. The counting of votes, which concluded on Friday, November 14, confirmed her decisive victory by a significant margin of 24,647 votes.

Ms. Rana, who is the daughter of the late Devender Singh Rana, secured a total of 42,350 votes, retaining the seat that was previously held by her father. The by-election was called after the unexpected death of Mr. Rana, making this victory a continuation of his family's political legacy.

Devyani Rana, an Economics graduate, faced tough competition. Her closest challenger was Harsh Dev Singh, the veteran leader from the Jammu and Kashmir National Panthers Party (JKNPP), who received 17,703 votes. Shamim Begum of the ruling National Conference (NC) finished a distant third with 10,834 votes.

After the result was declared, Ms. Rana expressed her gratitude to the people and the party, saying, “I would like to thank every leader and worker of the BJP... In 2024, Nagrota had given the blessing to Rana sahib [her father], and today, too, the people of Nagrota have blessed me.”

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SAMBA, NOVEMBER 14: The District Administration Samba today organised the Culmination Event of Phase–I of the 150th anniversary celebration of National Song “Vande Mataram” here in the Conference Hall, District Administrative Complex, Nandani Hills.

The event was graced by Deputy Commissioner, Ayushi Sudan along with Additional District Development Commissioner, Champa Devi Thakur.

The programme commenced with the screening of a short documentary, highlighting the 150-year journey of Vande Mataram, its historical significance and its role in India’s freedom movement. A video presentation followed, showcasing the week-long activities organised in the district as part of the celebrations.

Mass singing of Vande Mataram, cultural presentation on patriotic themes by artists from the Saraswati group and a Nukkad Natak by local artists, depicting the evolution and importance of Vande Mataram during the freedom struggle enthralled the audience.

The Deputy Commissioner appreciated the active participation of students, officials and cultural groups in the series of events organised as part of the celebration.

  Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Ajay Bharti; GM DIC, Gurpreet Singh, district officers and heads of departments were also present.

Later, the Chief Guest felicitated the students who performed exceptionally in the week-long activities.

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