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Top Stories of The Day |
| Sakeena Itoo reviews action plan for achieving Chief Minister’s Vision 2030 goal in Health sector | | 
Jammu, December 24 (Scoop News)- In line with the Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah’s Vision 2030 for health sector, aligned with J&K Vision Document @2047, Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today chaired a detailed review meeting at Civil Secretariat here to assess the Health Department’s action plan for achieving this goal, primarily aimed at strengthening the public healthcare system across Jammu and Kashmir.
The meeting was attended by Secretary, Health and Medical Education, Dr. Syed Abid Rasheed Shah; MD NHM, Baseer ul Haq Chaudhary; CEO State Health Agency, Ananth Dwivedi; Managing Director, JKMSCL, Tariq Hussain Ganai; Commissioner Food and Drug Administration, Smita Sethi; Director SKIMS, Dr. Ashraf Ganie; Director Finance Health, Director Planning Health, Director Health Services Kashmir/Jammu, Director Coordination, New G... |
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| J&K Bank wins ‘Best MSME Bank’ at MSME Banking Excellence Awards 2025 | | Secures second place in ‘CSR Initiative & Business Responsibility’ category | 
Srinagar, December 24 (Scoop News)- Jammu & Kashmir Bank has won the prestigious ‘Best MSME Bank – Winner’ award at the MSME Banking Excellence Awards 2025, while also securing the Runner-Up position in the ‘CSR Initiative & Business Responsibility’ category. The MSME Banking Excellence Awards recognise banks for exemplary performance and best practices in promoting MSMEs, corporate social responsibility and sustainable business models.
Notably, Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal presented the awards at a high-profile ceremony held in New Delhi. On behalf of the Bank t... |
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| | JK Lieutenant Governor,Chief Minister,Other Minsters extend Christmas greetings | | 
Jammu, December 24 (Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha, Chief Minister Omar Abdulla and other Ministers has extended their heartiest greetings to the people on the joyous occasion of Christmas.
In a message, the Lieutenant Governor said, “On the joyous occasion of Christmas, I convey my warm greetings to the people. I hope that this occasion of festivity ushers in love and harmony amongst the people.
The festival, commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, serves as a reminder to embrace Lord Christ’s teachings of love, compassion, and forgiveness in our daily lives. ... |
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| | Rana reviews key infrastructure, administrative issues in Pir Panjal | | 
Jammu, December 23 (Scoop News)- Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, today reviewed key infrastructure and administrative matters pertaining to Peer Panjal with a focus on accelerating development and improving governance mechanisms in the region.
The review was conducted during a meeting at the Civil Secretariat here, attended by Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo and Additional Chief Secretary (PWD), Anil Kumar.
The Minister emphasised the need to strengthen implementation mechanisms and expedite ongoing and proposed development wor... |
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| | SKUAST–K Celebrated National Farmers Day 2025 | | 
Srinagar, December 23 (Scoop News)- Directorate of Extension, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology Kashmir (SKUAST–K), celebrated National Farmers Day (Kisan Diwas) today at the Conference Hall of the Directorate of Extension.
National Farmers Day is observed every year on the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister, Shri Chaudhary Charan Singh, in recognition of his lifelong dedication to the welfare of farmers and the agricultural sector.
The occasion highlights the indispensable role of farmers in ensuring national food security and strengthening t... |
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Ladakh News |
| Tehsil Office, ICDS Project Shargole Celebrate “Good Governance Week – Prashan Gaon Ki Ore" | | |
Shargole, December 23 (Scoop News)- The Tehsil Office Shargole, in collaboration with ICDS Project Shargole, successfully observed “Good Governance Week – Prashan Gaon Ki Ore” at the Community Hall, Darket, under the esteemed directives of the District Commissioner, Kargil.
The event was formally presided over by Naib Tehsildar Shargole, Mr. Mohammad Ali, who was accompanied by his dedicated team of Patwaris and ministerial staff. Also present were CDPO Shargole, Farida Banoo, along with her entire ICDS staff and Numberdar of Darket village, symbolizing strong institutional and community collaboration.
The hall buzzed with enthusiastic participation from villagers — including men,... |
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| | Judicial Inquiry Commission Records Statements from 22 Officials in September 24 Leh Incident | | |
Leh, December 23 (Scoop News)- Joint Secretary to the Judicial Inquiry Commission, Sh. Rigzin Spalgon today informed that the Judicial Inquiry Commission constituted pertaining to the 24th September Leh incident under the chairmanship of Justice Dr. B. S. Chauhan, former Judge of the Supreme Court of India, has conducted its proceedings from 17th to 23rd December, 2025 and has recorded statements of CRPF, Magistrates and Ladakh Police.
He further stated that the Commission has already collected and examined their written statements submitted earlier as part of the preliminary process.
The Joint Secretary conveyed that in the next sitting to be held in near future, public will be cal... |
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| | KVK Kargil organizes Kisan Samman Diwas at Salikote | | commemorating former PM Chaudhary Charan Singh | |
Kargil, December 23 (Scoop News)- Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Kargil successfully organized Kisan Samman Diwas at Salikote to commemorate the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister, late Shri Chaudhary Charan Singh. The programme was graced by Syed Kazim Sabiri, former Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, as the Chief Guest. Officers from the Agriculture Department, officials of KVK Kargil, and farmers of the village were also present on the occasion.
The programme commenced with a welcome address by Mr. Mohd Hassan, Programme Assistant, KVK Kargil, who extended a warm welcome to all the participants. This was followed by an address by Dr. Mansoor Hussain, Caretaker, KVK Kargil, who ... |
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| | CEC Kargil Reviews Winter Preparedness | | Public Convenience | |
Kargil, December 22 (Scoop News)-Hon’ble Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess winter preparedness and strengthen inter-departmental coordination, with a special focus on maintaining connectivity through Zojila Pass and other sub-divisional roads linking remote areas with the district headquarters, besides ensuring uninterrupted delivery of essential services across the district.
During the meeting, the CEC reiterated that all necessary efforts will be made to keep Zojila Pass open for the maximum possible duration during winter. He emphasised that Zojila remains the only vital lifel... |
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| | ‘Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore–2025’ cum Mimang–Si–sJabstogs Camp Held | | |
Leh, December 22 (Scoop News)- As part of the ‘Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore–2025’ campaign, a Mimang–Si–sJabstogs (Administration at Your Doorstep) outreach camp was organised at Kharnakling Community Hall, with the objective of strengthening grassroots governance and ensuring effective delivery of government services.
The camp was welcomed by the Nambardars (Gobas), including Tsering Palgais, Chemet Doejay, Tashi Gombo, and Tashi Rabstan, who extended a warm reception to the Nodal Officer, Mr Tsering Tashi, along with officers and officials from various departments
Officials from the departments of Horticulture, Power Development, Health, Social Welfare, Public Health Engineering (PHE), ... |
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| | Good Governance Week Observed under the “Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore 2025” Campaign | | at Thang village, Tehsil Diskit | |
Nubra, December 22 (Scoop News)-As part of the observance of Good Governance Week, an outreach camp under the Administration at Your Doorstep initiative of the Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore 2025 campaign was successfully organised today at Thang village, Tehsil Diskit.
During the programme, officials from various departments actively participated and interacted with local residents. They addressed public grievances, responded to queries and recorded concerns related to local issues.
The camp facilitated the delivery of several on the spot public services, including the issuance of Resident Certificates, Electoral Roll entries and Revenue Extracts, conducted NCD screenings, e-KYC registrati... |
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| | Good Governance Week Programme at Martselang Village | | |
Leh,December 22 (Scoop News)- As part of Good Governance Week, a programme was successfully conducted today, 22nd December 2025, at Martselang Village. The initiative aimed to deliver government services directly to villagers at their doorstep.
Officials from various departments participated and extended services under different government schemes. Aadhaar-related services were provided by the Education Department and the Block Development Department. The Revenue Department offered services related to R.C. and revenue matters, while other departments facilitated additional welfare and public services.
The programme enabled villagers to access essential government services conveniently a... |
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| | Archery Tournament organized by Chums Sports Club concludes at Drass | | 
Kargil, December 21 (Scoop News)- The final match of the Archery Tournament, organized by Chums Sports Club, Chokiyal, was held today at Toko Playground with great enthusiasm.
The Hon’ble Councillor, Bhimbat Constituency, Mr. Abdul Wahid, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest during the closing ceremony. The final match was played between Chums Sports Club and Goshen Sports Club, in which Chums Sports Club emerged victorious by a narrow margin of one point, with scores of 63 to 62.
While addressing the gathering, the Hon’ble Councillor emphasized that education, sports, and good he... |
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Debate |
| Trump’s Plan To Reshape The World | | |
Asad Mirza
The last week witnessed both a loss and a win for the Indian diplomacy. The win was being include in the latest proposal by the American President Donald Trump to form a new regional grouping called C-5, and the loss was India being denied a seat at the Pax Silica.
US President Donald Trump is reportedly looking to present a new global alliance, the ‘C5’, or ‘Core Five’, as a forum for global powers. It would include the US, Russia, China, India and Japan. It would seek to side-line the current European-dominated G-7 and other traditional democratic and wealth-based organisations.
The move followed the release of the US’s new National Security Strategy (NSS), which... |
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| | India Extends Warm Welcome to Russian President Vladimir Putin | | |
By Farooq Ganderbali
India warmly welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin on his arrival for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally received him at the airport—an honour that reflects the deep strategic trust and time-tested friendship between the two nations. The visit, marked with dignity and respect, reaffirmed India’s spirit of Ganga-Jamuni tehzeeb, symbolising harmony, coexistence and gracious hospitality. High-level discussions between the two leaders highlighted the unwavering strength of India–Russia relations, built on decades of cooperation in defence, energy, science, technology, global security and shared geopolitical pr... |
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| | Honouring those who braved the brunt of militancy | | |
K N Pandita
Externally sponsored and internally abetted armed insurgency in the Kashmir Valley and the adjoining regions of Jammu is running its 36th year. The security forces and their affiliates, in particular the J&K Police force, have performed a crucial role and made valuable sacrifices in securing the Kashmiri civilian population from the man-made scourge of terror.
The concept, planning and execution of armed insurgency, which employed high skills of involving the local majority population of Kashmir, overtly or covertly, into the plan of creating a multi-faceted wedge in Kashmir civil society, remains a rare negative achievement of the handlers of Kashmir militancy.
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| | SMVDS Medical College Faces Uproar | | |
K N Pandita
Chief Minister Omar Abdulla defends a bizarre and controversial event that happened recently at the SMVD Hospital at Kakriyal, Katra. The admission of MBBS students in the SMVD Medical College has become a subject of controversy.
The controversy erupted in Jammu and Kashmir after 42 out of 50 MBBS seats at the newly established Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME) went to Muslim students in the first-ever admission cycle for the 2025–26 session. This development has sparked strong reactions from the BJP’s J&K unit and several right-wing groups, which are demanding the cancellation of the “merit-based list” released through the NEET cou... |
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| | Minority Status for SMVDIME To Address Hindu Sentiments | | Straight Talk | |
K B Jandial
The ongoing turmoil surrounding admission of the first batch of fifty MBBS students for the 2025-26 academic year at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME) has exposed the systemic fault lines and sensitive issue of Hindu Muslim parity in J&K. What should have been a routine academic exercise has escalated into a full-blown crisis, fuelling unending public protests of different sections of civil society especially the Hindu organisations. It has caused public anxiety, student resentment, and institutional embarrassment. At the heart of the issue lies the stark imbalance in admissions—a problem that reflects deeper regional shortcomings.
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| | US Weighs Selling F-35 To Saudi Arabia | | |
Asad Mirza
US President Donald Trump has said he is considering Saudi Arabia’s request to buy F-35 fighter jets, as intelligence officials warn China could gain access to the aircraft’s latest American technology. The sale has also raised Israeli concerns as it will bring the Saudi fighters closer to Israel.
US President Donald Trump last week said on Friday (November 14) that he is pondering a deal to supply Saudi Arabia with F-35 stealth fighter jets, which are made by Lockheed Martin. The potential sale comes at a time when Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will meet Trump at the White House this week, when they are expected to sign economic and defence agreements.
As... |
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| | TTP and BLA: Security Guarantees for Afghanistan and India | | |
By Fatima Baloch
The religious insurgent group Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) emerged in 2007 amid the Afghan Taliban’s resistance against U.S. and NATO forces. Simultaneously, it launched a campaign against Pakistan’s military establishment, aiming to dismantle the military-dominated state, overthrow its controlled democracy, and establish an Islamic Sharia-based government modeled after the Afghan Taliban—known as Tehrik-e-Taliban Afghanistan (TTA). Its vision: a corruption-free, justice-oriented Islamic Pakistan.
Meanwhile, in Balochistan, the secular Baloch nation continues its struggle for independence under the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), seeking to establish a... |
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| | American deep state and Kashmiri Brahmans | | |
K N Pandita
On September 1, the World News reported that President Trump's Trade Advisor, Peter Navarro, doubled down on his accusation that India is profiting from the Russia-Ukraine war by buying Moscow's oil at a discount, refining it, and selling it to buyers in Europe and elsewhere. In an interview with Fox News, Navarro dubbed New Delhi a "laundromat for the Kremlin" and slammed the country's elite for profiteering "at the expense of the Indian people."
Trump's trade czar claimed India didn't buy much oil from Russia before its full-scale assault on Ukraine, but now it was fuelling "the Russian war machine." "India is nothing but a laundromat for the Kremlin...You got Brahm... |
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| Jammu News |
| NC felicitates Sajjad Ahmad Kichloo, Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) | | | Jammu, December 24 (Scoop News)- In a gracious ceremony held at Sher-e- Kashmir Bhavan, Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta Provincial President JKNC, Jammu, Ch. Kursheed Ahmad Honble MLA, Khalid Najeeb Suharwardhy Vice President Jammu, Showket Ahmed Mir Provincial President Kashmir, Babu Rampal former minister and Central Zone President, Sheikh Bashir Ahmad Provincial Secretary Jammu, Abdul Gani Malik former minister and Central Zone President, Vijay Lochan Chairman ... |
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| | J&K BJP lights earthen lamps on eve of good governance day to honour Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ji | | |
Jammu, December 24 (Scoop News)- Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu & Kashmir illuminated thousands of earthen lamps on the evening preceding the birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Former Prime Minister Late Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ji, which is observed as Good Governance Day on December 25.
Hundreds of lamps were lit at all the places, including Atal Ji’s statue at Atal Chowk near Ambphalla, BJP Headquarters Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, BJP Office Kachi Chawni, and several other locations across Jammu & Kashmir, symbolizing the guiding light of Atal Ji’s ideals of transparent, people-centric governance and national service.
The programme at the BJP Headquarters was led by J&K BJP Pres... |
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| | J&K ACB produced chargesheet against accused for bribing Superintendent of Police City South, Jammu | | |
Jammu, December 24 (Scoop News)- Jammu & Kashmir Anti Corruption Bureau produced charge-sheet in case FIR No. 01/2024 u/s 8 of Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 before the Hon’ble Court of Special Judge, Anti-Corruption, Jammu against Chander Sekhar Vohra, Proprietor of M/s Asian Associates, for offering bribe to the Superintendent of Police, City South, Jammu, for seeking undue favour in connection with extending the date of exhibition cum sale at Gole Market, Gandhi Nagar, Jammu.
The instant case came to be registered at PS ACB Jammu, upon the receipt of a written complaint lodged by the then Superintendent of Police, City South, Jammu, alleging therein that the above named indivi... |
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| | Deputy Chief Minister felicitates Rollball World Cup gold medallists | | 
Jammu, December 24 (Scoop News)-Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today felicitated the winners of the 7th Rollball World Cup, held in Dubai from December 14 to 18, 2025, for their outstanding performance at the international level.
Representing India, Hiteshwar Singh and Suvidha Sarin, who competed in the Men's and Women’s categories respectively clinched gold medals in their respective events, bringing immense pride and laurels to the Jammu and Kashmir.
Congratulating the players on their remarkable achievement, the Deputy Chief Minister lauded their dedication, discipline ... |
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| | Subash Mehra,Editor in Chief of Jammu Jottings passes away | | 
Jammu, December 24 (Scoop News)-Shri Subash Mehra,Editor in Chief of Jammu Jottings breathed his last on today morning in Jammu at Batra (ASCCOMS) Hospital after a prolonged illness.
He is survived by his two sons and a daughter.
A visionary journalist and a noble soul, Shri Mehra laid the strong foundation of Jammu Jottings daily Newspaper.
Editors and Journalists in J&K condoled the death of Shri Subash Mehra.
Kashmir Independent Press (KIP News) and Scoop News express its deepest condolences to Shri Subash Mehra’s family and prays for eternal peace to the departed soul.
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| | Javid Ahmed Dar inaugurates Farmers’ Mela at Samba on National Farmers Day | | | Samba, December 23 (Scoop News)- Minister for Agriculture Production Department, Rural Development Department and Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Department, Javid Ahmed Dar, today inaugurated a Farmers’ Mela at Samba.
The event has been organised with a special focus on innovation, secondary agriculture and awareness about government schemes on the occasion of National Farmers Day (Kisan Diwas). It is being celebrated annually on December 23 to mark the birth anniversary of 5th Prime Minister of India, Choudhary Charan Singh.
Speaking on the occasion, the Minister said that the main objective of the mela was to bridge the gap between the scientists, innovators and farmers b... |
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| | DGPC Jammu to Organize One-Day Seminar and Screening of Animated Movie “Chaar Sahibzaade” | | on 25th December at Abhinav Theatre Jammu | |
Jammu,December 23 (Scoop News)- S Balvinder Singh Vice President DGPC Jammu along with S Surjit Singh Gen Secretary, S Tejinder Singh & S Harjeet Singh both members DGPC shared with media that to commemorate the supreme and unparalleled martyrdom of the four Sahibzadas, the revered sons of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji Maharaj DGPC Jammu, is observing Safar-e-Shahadat Week from 21st December to 28th December 2025 in different Gurudwaras of Jammu District. Their extraordinary sacrifices continue to inspire humanity with the eternal values of faith, courage, righteousness, and resistance against injustice.
As part of these week-long commemorations, DGPC Jammu has planned a series of awa... |
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| | NC asks Party cadre to gearup for strengthening the party at gross root level | | |
Jammu, December 23 (Scoop News)- Provincial President JKNC, Jammu, Mr Rattan Lal Gupta felicitated newly nominated District President Jammu Rural “A” Mr Subash Chander Bhagat who has been nominated as District President Jammu Rural “A”. On this occasion four newly nominated Block Presidents namely Tharu Ram, Block President Nagrota, Mohd Majeed, Block President Dansal, Ajay Singh, Block President Mathwar and Sukhdev Singh, Block President Bhalwal were also felicitated. On this occasion Babu Rampal former minister and Central Zone President, Vijay Lochan Chairman SC Cell, Sardar Tejinder Pal Singh (Aman) Provincial President Jammu YNC, Shamim Begum DDC Dansal were also present.
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Kashmir News |
| Atal Bihari Vajpayee Jayanti: The Statesman Who Made Governance a Moral Duty:BJP | | |
Srinagar, December 24 (Scoop News)-As the nation commemorates the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ji on December 25—observed as Good Governance Day—India pauses to remember not merely a towering political figure, but a rare statesman whose life elevated politics into a moral responsibility. Vajpayee Ji’s legacy transcends party lines and electoral cycles; it stands as a timeless reminder that leadership anchored in values can unite a diverse nation and strengthen its democratic foundations.
Born on December 25, 1924, in Gwalior, Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ji rose from a modest background to occupy the highest constitutional office of the country with grace, hu... |
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| | NIT Srinagar student wins Gold at All India Inter NIT Powerlifting tournament | | |
Srinagar, December 24 (Scoop News)- A student of the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar has brought laurels to the institute by winning a gold medal at the All India Inter NIT Powerlifting Tournament held at NIT Delhi.
Neeleeshwar Kumar (Enrolment number 2023BMEC038) from MED department clinched the gold medal in the 120 kg weight category, showcasing an impressive performance against competitors from various NITs across the country. His achievement has been widely appreciated.
The NIT Srinagar powerlifting team was accompanied by Mr. Sohail Ahmad Baba (SAS Assistant) and Mr Minhaj Ul Hamid (Trainer), who guided and supported the athletes during the tournament.
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| | Div Com Kashmir reviews Revision of Stamp Duty Rate | | |
Srinagar, December 24 (Scoop News)- Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, today chaired a meeting of Deputy Commissioners and concerned departmental officers to review the proposed revision of stamp duty rates for the upcoming year.
During the meeting, the Divisional Commissioner directed the Deputy Commissioners to rationalise the proposed increase in stamp duty in accordance with prevailing market value rates, transaction patterns, and land-use categories. He emphasised the need to address anomalies in stamp duty rates, particularly in contiguous and adjoining areas, to ensure uniformity and fairness.
The Div Com further urged officers to ensure that revisions remain wi... |
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| | Police attach property of notorious drug peddler worth ₹1 Crore in Srinagar | | |
Srinagar, December 23 (Scoop News)- In its continued crackdown on drug trafficking and assets generated through narcotics trade, Police Station Rainawari today attached a double-storey residential house valued at approximately ₹1 crore under the provisions of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act.
The attached property comprises a double-storey residential house built on 12 marlas of land, situated at Sultan Mohalla, Saidakadal, belonging to the accused Nisar Ahmad Bota son of Mohd Shafi Bota resident of Sultan Mohalla, Saidakadal. The accused is involved in FIR No. 39/2022 registered at Police Station Rainawari under Sections 8/20–29 of the NDPS Act.
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| | IUST Hosts Workshop on DRR in Urban Planning | | | IUST Hosts Workshop on DRR in Urban Planning
Awantipora, December 23 (Scoop News)- Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) organised a two-day capacity building workshop on “Disaster Risk Reduction in Urban Planning, Development and Monitoring: Building a Disaster Resilient Jammu and Kashmir”, jointly conducted by the Department of Planning and Geomatics, the Centre for Disaster Risk Reduction (CRR), and the Department of Architecture. The workshop was held in collaboration with the Department of Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction (DMRRR), Government of Jammu and Kashmir.
The inaugural session was addressed by Prof. Ayaz Hassan Moon, D... |
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| | Div Com Reviews Progress of Wooden Pedestrian Bridge at Amira Kadal | | |
Srinagar, December 23 (Scoop News)- Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir, Anshul Garg, on Tuesday conducted a comprehensive on-site review of the under-construction wooden pedestrian bridge at Amira Kadal.
He was accompanied by the Deputy Commissioner, Srinagar, Akshay Labroo, and the Chief Executive Officer, Srinagar Smart City Limited (SSCL), Faz Lul Haseeb.
During the inspection, the Div Com assessed the pace, quality, and technical aspects of the work being executed on the existing piers of the old bridge.
The review covered retrofitting and strengthening of the piers, construction of the wooden superstructure, and other allied components of the project, which is being develope... |
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| | JKCCC urges Govt to Release 75% Capex Payments Before Dec 31 | | Treasury Delays And Long-Pending Liabilities Affect Timely Project Execution; Says JKCCC Chairman Jeelani Purza | |
Srinagar, December 23 (Scoop News)- Jammu & Kashmir Contractors Coordination Committee (JKCCC), Chairman Ghulam Jeelani Purza, has expressed deep concern over the continued financial hardships being faced by the contractor fraternity due to delayed payments, Capex Caps, treasury bottlenecks and long-pending liabilities. He has urged the Government of Jammu and Kashmir to take urgent and good steps to resolve these long-standing issues in the larger interest of development works and public welfare.
Speaking on the issue, JKCCC Chairman Jeelani Purza said, “The Finance Department had issued an order Several years ago stating that under the UT Capex Budget, a Cap is imposed every year o... |
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| | BJP Slams NC-PDP’s Mouth-Locked Policy on Bangladesh Minority Killings | | 1990 Kashmir Repeat in Bangladesh Calls for National Unity Against the Barbaric Targeted Killings of Minoritie | |
Srinagar, December 23 (Scoop News)- Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Jammu & Kashmir Spokesperson Manzoor Bhat today expressed grave concern and deep anguish over the escalating violence against minorities in Bangladesh. Reacting to the horrific reports of brutal killings and lynchings of Hindus and other minorities, Bhat questioned the conspicuous silence of regional leaders like Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti.
Drawing a chilling parallel between the current crisis and the dark days of 1990 Kashmir Manzoor Bhat stated that the horrific visuals coming out of Bangladesh are a haunting reminder of the Kashmiri Pandit genocide. The pattern is identical Bhat remarked. What we saw in Kashmir... |
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| Sat Sharma calls for mass adoption of Swadeshi products | | BJP organizes Swadeshi Mela in Jammu, reinforces call for Atmanirbhar Bharat | | Jammu, December 24 (Scoop News)- The Bharatiya Janata Party, Jammu & Kashmir, organized a vibrant Swadeshi Mela at Bahu Plaza, Jammu, aimed at promoting indigenously manufactured products, empowering local artisans, traders and entrepreneurs, and strengthening the spirit of Atmanirbharta and Swadeshi among the masses.
The event was graced by J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma, J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, MP Jugal Kishore Sharma, along with J&K BJP Vice-Presidents Priya Sethi, Rajiv Charak, Rakesh Mahajan, Rekha Mahajan, Rashpaul Verma, General Secretaries Sanjita Dogra, Baldev Singh Billawaria, Gopal Mahajan, Secre... |
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| | BJP ST Morcha announces office bearers, District Presidents, Executive members | | |
Jammu, December 24 (Scoop News)- In consultation with Tarun Chugh, National General Secretary and Prabhari J&K, Sat Sharma (CA), Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) and President, J&K BJP, and Ashok Kaul, State General Secretary (Organisation), BJP J&K, Ch. Abdul Ghani, President, ST Morcha, BJP J&K, has announced the nomination of office bearers of the ST Morcha, BJP J&K.
Ch. Mohd Shafiq, Parveen Jryal, Jaan Mohd, Askar Ali Kassana, Haji Mohd Ashraf, Ch. Mohd Yousuf Goarsi and Parwaz Akhter have been nominated as Vice-Presidents of the ST Morcha, BJP J&K.
Ch. Fareed Ahmed, Ali Mohd Chachi and Sh. Manzoor Naik have been nominated as General Secretaries of the ST Morcha, BJP J&K.
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| | IUST organizes “Youth on Air Programme” | | |
Awantipora, December 23 (Scoop News)- The Centre for Health and Wellness in collaboration with IUST Radio station is broadcasting a series of programmes aimed at creating awareness on issues concerning the youth.
The university places special emphasis on motivating the youth towards productive ventures and helping them realize their potential for the larger good of the society. This features prominently in the outreach plan of the university that among other things involves adoption of local villages, conducting awareness programmes covering different aspects of societal importance including drug abuse, women safety, saturation of government schemes.
As a part of this mission, ... |
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| | J&K's Jatt leaders’ deliberate about future prospects of youth | | | Jammu, December 22 (Scoop News)-One Day Convention of Jammu and Kashmir Jatt Sabha was organised here at Akhnoor to deliberate about the future prospects and strategy to fight the injustice with the Jatt youth, who devoted their life in the country's defence services and issues confronted by future generations.
The convention was organised by District President Jammu Rural of J&K Jatt Sabha, Manjit Singh Jatt here at Akhnoor.
During the day-long convention, the Jatt leaders resolved that the Govt of India shall extend the benefit of reservation under Other Backward Class (OBC) to the Jatts of Jammu and Kashmir in central Govt jobs.
The resolution was mutually agreed by the represe... |
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| | Paddy Procurement Touches Record High During KMS 2025–26 in Jammu Region | | |
Jammu, December 21 (Scoop News)- Paddy procurement in the Jammu region has achieved a record high during the ongoing Kharif Marketing Season (KMS) 2025–26, reflecting the effectiveness of the Minimum Support Price (MSP) mechanism and the sustained efforts of the Agriculture Department. Till date, a total of 4.47 lakh quintals of paddy has been procured, which is the highest ever recorded so far. The procurement operations for the current season will continue till 31st December.
The current procurement has surpassed the earlier highest level recorded during KMS 2021–22, when 4.05 lakh quintals of paddy were procured and an amount of ₹79.03 crore was paid to farmers as MSP. The performance... |
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| | DGP J&K Visits Crime Branch J&K, Jammu | | 
Jammu,December 21 (Scoop News)- Nalin Parbhat-IPS, Director General of Police (DGP), Jammu and Kashmir, today visited the Crime Branch J&K at Jammu. The officer was received by Sh. Sujit Kumar IPS, Inspector General of Police, Crime Branch/Security J&K and others officer of the Crime Branch J&K.
The DGP J&K Inspect all wings housed in the Crime Branch Complex and held a meeting which was attended by DIG Crime Branch J&K Sh. Abdul Qayoom-IPS, Joint Director Prosecution Laeeq Ahmed Dar, Mohd Fiesel Qureshi-JKPS SSP Crime Branch EOW Jammu, Mohd Yousif-JKPS SSP Fingerprint Bureau J&K, Sh. Ra... |
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| | ACB traps and arrests Patwari,Patwar Halqa Pinjura for accepting bribe of ₹25000 | | |
Srinagar, December 20 (Scoop News)- J&K Anti Corrupting Bureau received a written complaint alleging therein that complainant had submitted an application in Tehsil Office Shopian, regarding the equal proportion of ancestral property of his wife and his sister in law, which had not been transferred in equal share of their ancestral property amongst their siblings (04 sisters).The application was submitted before Tehsildar Shopian near about three months before, and Tehsildar concerned has forwarded his application to concerned Patwari for necessary action. When the complainant approached the Patwari of Patwar Halqa Pinjura Shopian, he (Patwari) demanded ₹25000 as bribe from the complainan... |
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| | Man held at Srinagar International Airport with fake ticket; FIR registered | | |
Srinagar, December 20 (Scoop News)- Police in Budgam have registered an FIR against a person who attempted to enter Srinagar International Airport using a forged air ticket.
During routine security checking at the Airport’s drop gate, a person identified as Syed Khurshid Ahmad son of Syed Mohammad Yaseen resident of Bugro, Khansahib, was stopped for verification. Upon checking his air ticket, it was found to be fake.
Airline staff immediately alerted the authorities after identifying the ticket as fraudulent. The accused was handed over to Police Post Humhama and was subsequently arrested. Preliminary investigation revealed that the accused had been duped by a travel agent who all... |
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