News Topic:Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Media Watch
WJMC ramps up digital news regulation as online publisher network grows
In 2026, the Working Journalist Media Council (WJMC) expands its network to ensure ethical reporting and rapid grievance redressal for digital news platforms.
Media Watch
Defence Ministry warns media against real-time reporting on operations in J&K
The Ministry of Defence has issued an advisory urging media houses to strictly adhere to the security protocols outlined by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
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India
Ashwini Vaishnaw assumes charge as Information and Broadcasting minister
Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday assumed charge as Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting.
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India
Centre notifies Cinematograph Rules to improve film certification process
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India has notified the Cinematograph (Certification) Rules, 2024.
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Brand Stories
The Kashmir Pulse joins Working Journalist Media Council
The Kashmir Pulse, a prominent news portal operating from Jammu and Kashmir, has officially become a member of the Working Journalist Media Council (WJMC).
Religion
8 lakh pilgrims expected for this year’s Amarnath Yatra: Union I&B Ministry
This year’s Amarnath pilgrimage will be historic in the history of Jammu and Kashmir as six to eight lakh pilgrims are expected to visit the cave shrine.
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India
Google, Facebook, WhatsApp share details with IT Ministry: Report
Google, Facebook and WhatsApp have shared details with the IT ministry as per requirements under the digital rules.
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India
Government frames new rules for online news, social media
The Union government on Thursday announced new rules for regulating digital content to have a harmonious, soft-touch oversight mechanism.
Latest news
KU staff body KUMSA alleges non-functional status since 2022, seeks clarity
Kashmir University's non-teaching staff association KUMSA says it has remained blocked from functioning since 2022 despite submitting all required documents, seeking formal clarity.
Kashmiri Pandits’ return ‘positive’ sign, says BJP’s Ashok Koul
J&K BJP leader Ashok Koul says the return of Kashmiri Pandits to the Valley is a positive step and calls for strengthening social cohesion and brotherhood.
JKBOPEE opens final mop-up counselling round for Nursing, Paramedical, Technology courses
JKBOPEE has opened the 3rd and final mop-up counselling round for B.Sc. Nursing, Paramedical and Technology courses; the window closes at midnight on August 25, 2026.
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Locals pool funds to send Jharkhand labourer home after mother’s death
Residents of Kadipora area in Anantnag district pooled money and arranged transportation for a labourer from Jharkhand after learning that his mother had died back home.