News Topic:Department of Information & Public Relations

New media policy evokes criticism from political parties in J&K

Political parties in Jammu and Kashmir have criticized the new media policy unveiled by the administration of the Union Territory.

J&K Government approves Media Policy-2020

The J&K Government has approved the Media Policy-2020 for creating a sustained narrative on the functioning of the Government in media.

JKSSB notifies selection criteria for various posts

Jammu & Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has notified selection criteria for various job positions in different government departments.

Social media users, masquerading as journalists, under scanner

SRINAGAR — J&K Government is tightening the noose around the social media users who are masquerading as journalists without any media accreditation and uploading...

Extension of Financial Year to June 30?

SRINAGAR — Government on Saturday said that there has been no announcement regarding extension of financial year to 30th June as was being suggested by...

Coronavirus: Govt decides to seal JK UT borders with Punjab, Himachal, Ladakh

Jammu and Kashmir on Monday decided to seal the borders of J&K Union Territory with Punjab, Himachal Pradesh and Ladakh UT.

Two suspected cases of Coronavirus found in J&K

The Department of Information & Public Relations informed that they have identified two passengers with a travel history to Italy and South Korea with Coronavirus.

DIPR sets up Media Centers at Jammu & Srinagar

JAMMU — The Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR) has established media centres at Srinagar and Jammu as well as at district headquarters...

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Wangchuk warns of fast over Delhi protest detentions; CJP leaders released

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Kashmir sees light rain, Gulmarg snowfall; MeT forecasts fresh wet spell

Kashmir saw light rain and fresh snowfall in Gulmarg as MeT forecast rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds on October 13–14.

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Royal Premier League final draws thousands to Pulwama amid traffic congestion

The Royal Premier League final between Sultan Warriors Baramulla and Royal Goodwill Cricket Club drew thousands to Pulwama, causing traffic congestion.

J&K’s digital jobs push needs a verification receipt before trust breaks

To combat fake job offers in Jammu & Kashmir, employers must adopt a "verification receipt" to help candidates instantly identify legitimate opportunities.