Srinagar, March 5, March 6 -- The Directorate of Geology & Mining, Jammu and Kashmir, has directed all treasuries across the Union Territory not to release payments to contractors or executing agencies involved in developmental works unless a valid Royalty Clearance Certificate (RCC) is produced. According to an official communication issued by Director Geology & Mining S.P. Rukwal, the directive has been sent to the Director, Accounts & Treasuries, Finance Department.The order follows instructions issued during a review meeting held on February 27, 2026.The letter states that several departments and agencies-including NHAI, PMGSY, PWD (R&B), I&FC, BRO/GREF, Jal Shakti Department, NHIDCL, Airports Authority of India and KRCL-have already ...