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| Lieutenant Governor visits Nunwan Base Camp, inspects facilities for pilgrims | | 3.50 Lakh pilgrims have had darshan of Amarneth ji in 15 days | 
Srinagar, July 17 (Scoop News)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Friday visited the Nunwan base camp and inspected the facilities in place for the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra pilgrims.
At the Base Camp, the Lieutenant Governor chaired a meeting with senior officials and reviewed the arrangements being made for essential services provided to pilgrims including drinking water, electricity, telecom connectivity, accommodation, food, healthcare, emergency services and security. He also inspected the Yatra Registration Counter and reviewed the registration process.
The Lieutenant Governor directed all departments to work in mission mode to ensure the welfare of the pilgrims.
“Today marks 15 days since the pilgrimage began, and in these 15 days more than 3.50 Lakh pilgrims have had darshan of Baba Bholenath. By the grace of Lord Shiva, the yatra is proceeding smoothly. There is... |
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| LG Chairs SMVDSB Meeting to Review Offerings and Donations Management System | | 
Jammu, July 16 (Scoop News)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Thursday chaired a high-level meeting with the Members of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board and senior officials, and reviewed the Offerings and Donations Management System at the holy Shri Mata Vaishno Devi ji Shrine.
The meeting was attended by the Members of the Shrine Board - Mahamandleshwar Swami Vishveshvaranand Giriji Maharaj, Shri Baleshwar Rai, Dr. Ashok Bhan, Smt. Sudha Murty, Smt. Gunjan Rana, Dr. K.K. Talwar, Shri Kulbhushan Ahuja, Shri Lalit Bhasin, Shri Suresh Kumar Sharma; Dr. Mandeep K. Bhandari, Princi... |
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| | CS stresses on accelerating simplification of government processes for 'Ease of Living' in J&K | |  Srinagar,July 16 (Scoop News)- Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a high-level meeting attended by the former IAS Officer, P.W.C. Davidar, to deliberate over the roadmap for simplifying government processes across departments with the objective of ensuring greater 'Ease of Living' for citizens and creating a more efficient, transparent and technology-driven governance framework in the Union Territory.
The session focused on transforming service delivery by eliminating procedural complexities, reducing unnecessary compliances and re-engineering government processes to make public ... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor Delivered Keynote Address at Dr Suresh Awasthi Memorial Lecture Series | | 
Jammu, July 15 (Scoop News)- Dr. Suresh Awasthi Smriti Nyas in Varanasi today organized a commemorative event to observe his 20th Punya Smriti Diwas. Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha delivered the keynote address on “AI: Effects and Side Effects”. The Lieutenant Governor paid his heartfelt tribute to Dr. Awasthi, a remarkable personality who embodied knowledge and humility. He said Dr. Awasthi was a distinguished scholar and a visionary who saw political science as a powerful instrument for shaping society and strengthening the nation. The Lieutenant Governor observed that Dr. Awasth... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor reviews facilities and services for pilgrims at Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas | | 
Jammu, July 15 (Scoop News)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today visited the Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas in Jammu and reviewed the facilities and services in place for the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra.
The Lieutenant Governor interacted with the officials from J&K Police, Army, Security Forces, Shrine Board, and Civil Administration, and took stock of the measures taken to facilitate the comfortable stay of the pilgrims. He commended their hard work and urged them to treat every Yatri as a divine guest.
“With the holy pilgrimage already crossing the 3 lakh mark in just 12 da... |
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Ladakh News |
| District Administration, Leh Rolls Out Aadhaar Enabled Biometric Attendance System (AEBAS) | | |
Leh,July 17 (Scoop News)-As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen transparency, accountability, and digital governance, the District Administration, Leh has rolled out the AEBAS across its offices. The initiative has been undertaken under the leadership of Hon'ble Lieutenant Governor, UT of Ladakh and the guidance of Worthy Chief Secretary, UT of Ladakh.
The rollout of the system was formally launched by Sh. Romil Singh Donk, IAS, Deputy Commissioner, Leh from the DC office, marking a significant step towards modernising and streamlining attendance management and promoting punctuality in the offices. The implementation of AEBAS marks another important milestone in the Administration... |
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| | Ladakh Welcomes Mercedes-Benz S-Class as Global “140 Years of Innovation” | | Expedition Begins from Shanti Stupa | |
Leh, July 17 (Scoop News)-In a significant milestone for Ladakh's growing international profile as a premier destination for adventure, endurance, and experiential tourism, the Department of Tourism, Union Territory of Ladakh, in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, and Mercedes-Benz India, today flagged off the prestigious “140 Years of Innovation” Global Expedition from the iconic Shanti Stupa, Leh.
The ceremonial flag-off was done by Shri Sanjit Rodrigues, IAS, Administrative Secretary, Tourism & Culture, UT Ladakh, in the presence of representatives of Mercedes-Benz India.
The expedition forms part of Mercedes-Benz's global celebration of 140 years ... |
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| | DC Kargil Flags Off Mobile Medical Care Unit for District Hospital Donated by HDFC Bank | | |
Kargil, July 17 (Scoop News)- HDFC Bank has launched a Mobile Medical Care Unit (MCU) in Kargil district of Ladakh as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. The unit is staffed by a team of five, including a doctor, nurses, a driver (pilot), and a project manager.
The MCU is expected to provide medical assistance across 12 villages in the district, improving access to essential healthcare services in remote areas.
The newly launched Movable Medical Care Unit was flagged off by the Deputy Commissioner, Kargil, Shri Rakesh Kumar, in the presence of Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Ghulam Mohammad, HDFC Bank Branch Head Inam Nazir, Cluster He... |
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| | Executive Councillor Altaf Hussain Visits Fire-Affected Middle School Karkitchoo | | Assures Necessary Support | |
Kargil, July 17 (Scoop News)-Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Altaf Hussain, today visited Middle School Karkitchoo following the recent fire incident that damaged the school's kitchen facility.
During the visit, the Executive Councillor inspected the affected area and took stock of the damage caused by the fire. He interacted with the Principal, teachers, school staff and general public to assess the situation firsthand.
The school administration requested the early restoration of the damaged kitchen and informed the Executive Councillor that all essential kitchen utensils and related items had been completely destroyed in the fire. They urged the authorities to provide immediat... |
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| | Administrative Secretary, Social & Tribal Welfare Department Holds Consultative Meeting | | with Civil Society Organisations | |
Leh, July 17 (Scoop News)-The Administrative Secretary, Social & Tribal Welfare Department, UT Ladakh, chaired a consultative meeting with representatives of various Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) to strengthen collaboration in the planning and implementation of social welfare initiatives across the Union Territory.
During the meeting, the Administrative Secretary highlighted that the Department is implementing a number of welfare programmes and schemes for different sections of society. While these initiatives have achieved significant outcomes, many continue to function in isolated pockets.
Emphasising the need for greater convergence, the Secretary underlined the importance... |
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| | -- Ladakhi Theatre Play “RANGWANG” Staged at Lotsava Hall | | Leh under National Theatre Festival 2026 | |
Leh, July 16 (Scoop News)-A Ladakhi theatre play titled “RANGWANG”, based on the historic Salt Revolution (Namak Andolan) led by Mahatma Gandhi, was staged today at the Lotsava Auditorium, Ladakh Cultural Academy Complex, Leh, as part of the National Theatre Festival 2026.
The programme was organised under the aegis and direction of the Sangeet Natak Akademi, New Delhi, on the occasion of the 150th anniversary celebrations of “Vande Mataram” and in commemoration of Mahakavi Kalidas Jayanti. The festival carries the theme “Bharat Speaks Through Theatre | Yuva Rangmanch Se Rashtra Jagran.”
The play “RANGWANG” was presented in the Ladakhi language by Mandala Artworks, Ladakh, under t... |
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| | National Theatre Festival 2026 - Kargil celebrates 150 years of Vande Mataram | | with theatrical tribute by Ranthag Theatre | |
Kargil, July 16 (Scoop News)-In a spectacular commemoration marking the historic occasion of 150 Years of Vande Mataram (Rashtra Geet) and Mahakavi Kalidasa Jayanti, Ranthag Theatre Kargil captivated a massive audience at the National Theatre Festival 2026 with the staging of their highly anticipated play, "Soday Chan In" (meaning “Whoever sacrifices for patriotism holds no regret”).
The special cultural event—themed "Bharat Speaks Through Theatre / युवा रंगमंच से राष्ट्र जागरण"—was organized by Sangeet Natak Akademi, New Delhi (National Academy of Music, Dance and Drama, an autonomous body of the Ministry of Culture, Government of India), in close collaboration with the Ladakh Auton... |
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| | MP Haneefa Jan Chairs DISHA Meeting 2026–27 | | |
Kargil, July 16 (Scoop News)-Member of Parliament from Ladakh, Haji Mohd Haneefa Jan, today chaired a meeting of the District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee (DISHA) for the year 2026–27 at the Conference Hall, Baroo, Kargil.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Sh. Rakesh Kumar, IAS; Hon’ble Councillor LAHDC Kargil, Sh. Feroz Ahmed Khan; Civil Society Representative, Sh. Ghulam Rasool Naqvi; Senior Citizen Representative, Haji Gulzar Hussain; ST Representative, Sh. Mohd Ismail Waziri; Youth Representative, Sh. Shamim; Chief Planning Officer Kargil; along with other committee members and district officers.
During the meeting, the Dep... |
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| Ram Mandir’s betrayal: Shouldn’t Modi Speak to restore Trust? | | Straight Talk: | 
K B Jandial
The recently exposed “Charawah Chori” (theft of offerings) at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir in Ayodhya has traumatised millions of Hindu devotees worldwide. This incident has sparked intense anguish and disbelief among those who regard the temple as the ultimate symbol of faith and centuries of civilizational aspiration, prompting calls for immediate severe punishment. For devotees, the temple represents a symbol of Hindu religious faith and centuries of civilizational yearning. The loot inside cannot be dismissed as just an administrative lapse; it raises fundamental... |
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| | NATO's Bipolar Summit | | |
Asad Mirza
Donald Trump turned NATO's Ankara summit into a one-man show - reviving Iran hostilities, threatening Spain, demanding Greenland, and needling allies - while Secretary-General Mark Rutte's flattery-and-spending strategy kept the alliance intact. The summit exposed a NATO that survives not through unity, but through the careful, anxious management of one man's moods.
When Donald Trump landed in Ankara this week for NATO's annual summit, the alliance's carefully choreographed script survived roughly as long as his motorcade took to reach the venue. What followed was, by multiple accounts, a "marathon, high-energy performance" - the White House's own words - that left ... |
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| | The Weaknesses in the POJK Revolution | | 
By Sehrish Kashmiri and Fatima Baloch
At present, in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (POK), under the leadership of the Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC), the Kashmiri nation is fighting for its constitutional and legal rights, as well as for national freedom. In this so-called peaceful struggle, the people of POJK have been suffering from state brutality, killings, and shortages of food and medicines. The greatest weakness of this movement is our own hypocrisy and cowardice as Kashmiris. Kashmiris in POJK claim that they are running a peaceful movement, whereas pea... |
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| | If you wish to be of use after death – then donate your body | | 
Kalpana Pandey
A few months ago, I decided to donate my body and went to KEM Hospital in Mumbai to complete the formal process. The purpose behind this decision was to help dispel superstitions, customs and misconceptions about death in society, to make my body useful for medical education and research after my death, to promote scientific, rational and humanist thought, and to increase scientific temper in society. I decided to donate my body out of the feeling that I should be of use to society even after death, and to inspire others towards body donation and organ donatio... |
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| | When is the Right Time to Liberate PoJK? | | 
By Fatima Baloch
The original princely state of Jammu and Kashmir, which included Gilgit-Baltistan, Muzaffarabad, Kotli, Bhimber, Rawalakot, and Sudhnoti, was divided between India and Pakistan in 1947–48. Today, the people of Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), mobilized by the Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC), are protesting for a combination of economic, political, and governance-related reasons, while Pakistan is allegedly suppressing these protests.
Leaders of the ruling BJP (Bharatiya Janata Party), along with key Kashmiri political figures such as... |
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| | The Modern Baloch Nationalism and the Taliban:Comparative Paths to Sovereignty in South Asia | | 
By Fatima Baloch
The Baloch are an ancient Kurd-Arab-rooted nation who live on both sides of the borders under Pakistani and Iranian control, as well as in parts of southern Afghanistan where they are relatively well established. Historically, Balochistan was divided primarily due to British colonial interests in the late nineteenth century. This division created buffer zones between the British Indian Empire, Persia (Iran), and Afghanistan through the Goldsmid Line (1871–1896).
When British India was partitioned in 1947, the Khanate of Kalat (Eastern Balochistan) declared its indep... |
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| | J&K’s statehood mirage | | |
K N Pandita
Facing discontent from ruling-party legislators and some valley-based MPs, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah employed a strategic off-site meeting to refocus internal unrest toward the Centre's delayed restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. Transporting his lawmakers to the Dachhigam National Park for a marathon huddle, Abdullah successfully forged a unified resolution: all 42 legislators will stage a protest rally at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on the opening day of the Monsoon Session of the Indian Parliament to demand statehood and constitutional guarantees.
The notable point is that the body of NC MLAs did not throw any hint of disowning the leadership of the... |
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| | Hajjnama I :Pilgrims Moved to Tears at First Sight of the Holy Kaaba | | 
Asad Mirza from Jeddah/Makkah
The 1447 AH/2026 Hajj season has started in Makkah and Madinah. However, most of the people don’t have a cluse about the massive scale of preparation and delivery managed by the various ministries of Saudi Arabia and municipalities of the regions, visited by the Hajj pilgrims, which take place. In this first part of the series of hajj 1447/2026, Asad Mirza provides an insider’s view of these preparations from Jeddah and Makkah.
Moving scenes of faith are unfolding at the Grand Mosque in Makkah as pilgrims from diverse cultures and nationalities catch... |
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| Jammu News |
| Ashok Koul calls for stronger digital outreach, grassroots coordination | | |
Jammu, July 17 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul chaired a series of organizational meetings at the BJP Headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, and the BJP Office, Kachi Chawni, Jammu, reviewing the party's functioning and discussing strategies to further strengthen the organization from the grassroots to the digital platform.
Koul first chaired a meeting of the District Incharges of the BJP Social Media Department at the party headquarters. The meeting focused on enhancing digital outreach, ensuring effective coordination among district social media teams, and strengthening the party's presence across various online platforms. J&K BJP Vice-President Rekha ... |
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| | District admin Kishtwar in collaboration with The Hans Foundation | | extends medical services across Paddar Sub-Division | | Kishtwar, July 17 (Scoop News)- In an initiative towards strengthening healthcare access in remote and difficult-to-reach areas, the district administration Kishtwar, in collaboration with The Hans Foundation, successfully concluded mega health camps across Paddar Sub-Division, benefiting more than 2,000 people.
While briefing the media, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kishtwar Pankaj Kumar Sharma said that the health camps covered more than 100 hamlets of Paddar Sub-Division and reached nearly 90 percent of the panchayats of the Sub-Division.
The DC informed that free general health checkups, eye examinations, essential medicines and spectacles were provided to the beneficiaries during ... |
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| | DC Samba reviews preparations for Inter-Block District-Level Volleyball Tournament under NMJKA | | | Samba, July 17 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner Samba Ayushi Sudan today chaired a meeting under the Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan at the Conference Hall of the DC Office to review the preparations for the Inter-Block District-Level Volleyball Tournament being organised as part of the ongoing anti-drug awareness campaign.
The meeting was attended by the Additional Deputy Commissioner, Assistant Commissioner Revenue, General Manager District Industries Centre, Chief Education Officer, Chief Medical Officer and other district officers.
During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner conducted a detailed review of the arrangements for the Inter-Block District-Level Volleyball Tourname... |
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| | JMC Commissioner reviews fire safety compliance | | assures support to commercial establishments for Fire NOCs | |
Jammu, July 16 (Scoop News)-As part of Jammu Municipal Corporation's efforts to strengthen fire safety and ensure compliance with statutory norms, Commissioner, Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC), Dr Devansh Yadav today visited Jewel Chowk, Bakshi Nagar, Subhash Nagar, Vivekananda Chowk and adjoining areas. During the visit, he interacted with the management of private hospitals, hotels, restaurants, clothing shopping malls and other commercial establishments to review the status of Fire No Objection Certificate (Fire NOC) compliance and encourage timely adherence to fire safety regulations.
The Commissioner said the exercise aims to enhance public safety and build a fire safety cultu... |
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| | SDRF Jammu conducts water search and body recovery operation | | participates in railway mock drills | |
Jammu, July 16 (Scoop News)-An SDRF team from Battalion Headquarters today conducted a water search and body recovery operation at Ranbir Canal, Jammu. The SDRF Control Room received information from Police Post Talab Tillo, Jammu that a ten-year-old boy, Neel Kumar, son of Raju, resident of Suraj Nagar, Jammu, had drowned in the Ranbir Canal near Rajpura. An SDRF team was immediately mobilised with water rescue equipment to carry out the search.
The team, led by DySP Lalit Kumar under the overall supervision of Commandant SDRF Jammu Mohd Aslam, recovered the boy’s body after an intensive search operation. The body was handed over to the local police for further legal formalities.
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| | BJP to launch mass agitation against NC govt, Kashmir protest on July 20 | | Jammu from August 1 | |
Jammu, July 16 (Scoop News)-Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu & Kashmir, resolved to launch a mass agitation against the "complete failure" of the National Conference government, beginning with a massive protest in Kashmir on July 20, followed by protests across Jammu from August 1, which will subsequently be intensified at the district and Assembly constituency levels across the Union Territory.
The decision was taken during a one-day meeting of BJP office bearers held at the party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu. The meeting was attended by state office bearers, district prabharis, district presidents, morcha presidents, spokespersons, and senior party leaders.
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| | J&K ACB traps and arrests Patwari for demanding and accepting bribe | | |
Jammu, July 16 (Scoop News)-Anti-Corruption Bureau, registered a case FIR No. 05/2026 U/S 7 of Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 at PS ACB Jammu against public servant, namely, Khajan Chand, Patwari, Patwar Halqa Mahanpur (Kathua) for demanding and accepting illegal gratification from the complainant.
The said accused public servant namely Khajan Chand, Patwari, had demanded bribe of Rs. 20,000/- from the complainant for providing the documents after getting the mutation attested in favour of the sister of the complainant. Out of which, he had already paid Rs 9000/- and the accused was further demanding Rs 11,000/-, which, after negotiation, was settled at Rs. 10,000/- for providin... |
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| | KOA Confers Lifetime Achievement Award on Padma Shri Dr. Kashi Nath Pandita | | 
Jammu, July 16 (Scoop News)-The Kashmiri Overseas Association (KOA) has conferred its prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award on Padma Shri Dr. Kashi Nath Pandita in recognition of his outstanding lifelong contributions to scholarship, education, and the preservation of Kashmir's rich literary, historical, and cultural heritage.
For several decades, Dr. Pandita has dedicated his life to teaching, research, writing, and translating works that have safeguarded the language, history, and traditions of Kashmir. His remarkable body of work has educated, inspired, and guided generations while e... |
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| BJP J&K President, MP Sat Sharma (CA), and LOP Sunil Sharma review preparations | | for the BJP's Secretariat Gherao March in Srinagar | 
Srinagar, July 17 (KIP)- Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu & Kashmir President & Member of Parliament Sat Sharma (CA) and Leader of Opposition, MLA Sunil Sharma today chaired a comprehensive review meeting with the party's State office bearers, District Presidents, Prabharis and Morcha Presidents at Church Lane, Srinagar to assess the preparations for the proposed Secretariat Gherao March scheduled to be held on 20th July 2026 in Srinagar.
The meeting reviewed organisational arrangements, coordination among various party units, mobilisation of workers, and logistical preparations to en... |
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| | SKUAST-K reviews Research Roadmap at 58th, 59th REAC meetings | | |
Srinagar, July 17 (Scoop News)-Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) on Wednesday convened the 58th and 59th meetings of the Research and Extension Advisory Committee (REAC) to review the University's research and extension agenda, assess progress on key initiatives, and chart future priorities for technology development and dissemination.
Chairing the meetings, Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Nazir Ahmad Ganai called for demand-driven, farmer-centric and impact-oriented research to advance the bioeconomy, agribusiness, climate-resilient agriculture, value addition, entrepreneurship and technology commercialization. Congratulating the Univer... |
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| | DC Kulgam visits Mata Kulwagishori Temple Bungam and Mata Katyani Temple Kakran | | Reviews and finalises arrangements for Annual Maha Yagya | | Kulgam, July 17 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Shahzad Alam today visited Mata Kulwagishori Temple, Bungam, and Mata Katyani Temple, Kakran, to review and finalise arrangements for the smooth conduct of the Annual Maha Yagya.
During the visit, the DC took stock of the preparations and inspected the facilities being put in place for devotees. He reviewed arrangements related to drinking water, sanitation, health services, security, and other essential amenities.
The DC directed all concerned departments to ensure that all arrangements are completed well in time and that round-the-clock coordination is maintained for the smooth and hassle-free conduct of the religious ev... |
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| | Srinagar Police Traces Three Missing Minor Girls from Amritsar | | Punjab Within 72 Hours | |
Srinagar, July 17 (Scoop News)-Srinagar Police has successfully traced and recovered three missing minor girls from Amritsar, Punjab, within 72 hours of their disappearance through a swift and well-coordinated operation carried out in collaboration with the Punjab Police.
The recovery was made in connection with FIR No. 63/2026 registered under Section 137(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) at Police Station Ram Munshi Bagh, Srinagar. Acting promptly on the complaint, Srinagar Police launched an intensive investigation and developed vital leads regarding the whereabouts of the missing girls. A dedicated Police team was immediately deputed to Punjab, where, with the active support ... |
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| | Srinagar Police attaches four properties worth over ₹3.34 Crore Under NDPS Act | | |
Srinagar, July 17 (Scoop News)-In a major action against drug trafficking under the Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyan – 100 Days Campaign, Srinagar Police has attached four (04) immovable properties worth ₹3,34,51,957 (Rupees Three Crore Thirty-Four Lakh Fifty-One Thousand Nine Hundred Fifty-Seven only) under the provisions of Section 68F of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985.
The attachment was carried out by Police Station Safakadal during the investigation of NDPS cases. The properties have been identified as illegally acquired assets derived from proceeds of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances. The attached properties are as follows: 1) Three-stor... |
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| | Speaker stresses priority protection of bridges | | calls for expeditious, quality execution of works | |
Srinagar, July 16 (Scoop News)- Jammu, Srinagar, July 16 (Scoop News)-Speaker, Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, today reviewed the flood protection measures at Apazyari Nallah being executed under NABARD besides assessing the restoration of flood-damaged spots under SASCI-II.
During the meeting held in this regard, the Speaker was informed that the anti-erosion and urgent flood protection works at Apazyari Nallah have been sanctioned at an estimated cost of over ₹7.31 crore while the restoration of flood-damaged spots has been taken up an estimated cost of over ₹1.54 crore.
The officers apprised the Speaker that the projects comprising a series of protec... |
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| | IUST Hosts Project Conclave 'Raah' to Strengthen Student Innovation Ecosystem | | |
Awantipora, July 16 (Scoop News)-Islamic University of Science & Technology (IUST), through its Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development (CIED) and the Centre for Good Governance & Policy Analysis (CGG&PA), in collaboration with Pi Jam Foundation and the Department of School Education, Jammu & Kashmir, organised Project Conclave "Raah: Strengthening Pathways for Student Innovators" at its Innovation Campus, Awantipora.
The conclave brought together student innovators, educators, government officials, innovation ecosystem partners, and academic leaders to promote innovation, collaboration, and entrepreneurship among school students by connecting them with experts, instit... |
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| | J&K Police arrests Hit-and-Run Accused from Uttar Pradesh; Offending Vehicle Seized | | |
Srinagar, July 16 (Scoop News)- Police in Kulgam have achieved a major breakthrough in the investigation of the fatal hit-and-run case registered as FIR No. 176/2026 at Police Station Qazigund by arresting the accused from Uttar Pradesh and seizing the offending vehicle during the course of investigation.
The case pertains to a road traffic accident that occurred on 10 July 2026 near KP Colony, Vessu, where an unidentified vehicle struck an 11-year-old girl. The injured child was immediately shifted to Government Medical College (GMC), Anantnag, for treatment but later succumbed to her injuries. Accordingly, a case FIR No. 176/2026 under relevant sections of law was registered at Pol... |
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| NC leaders from Jammu must resign to prove loyalty to Jammu and the nation: Dr. Abhijeet | | |
Jammu, July 17 (Scoop News)-Launching a sharp attack on the National Conference (NC) and Congress, J&K BJP Spokesperson Dr. Abhijeet Singh Jasrotia accused these two parties of systematically neglecting the Jammu region since 1947 and insulting its history, identity and nationalist spirit. He demanded that all National Conference leaders from the Jammu region should resign en masse from the party to demonstrate their loyalty to Jammu and the nation rather than remaining silent spectators to repeated insults against the region.
Dr. Abhijeet Singh Jasrotia was addressing a press conference at the BJP headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, in the presence of J&K BJP Media Incharge Dr. Pardee... |
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| | J&K Police attaches residential house acquired through proceeds of drug trafficking in Shopian | | |
Srinagar, July 17 (Scoop News)-As part of its continued crackdown on narcotics-related activities, Shopian Police have attached a residential house valued at ₹3211812/- belonging to Gulzar Ahmad Mir Son of Abdul Gani Mir resident of Melhura Zainapora.
The property was identified as having been acquired through proceeds generated from the illegal trade of drugs and narcotics. Accordingly, the said property has been attached in connection with FIR No. 93/2022 of Police Station Zainapora. The attachment proceedings were carried out in the presence of duly constituted police team, Executive Magistrate, Lambardar and Chowkidar, ensuring full compliance with all legal procedures and maintain... |
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| | J&K Police attaches property worth ₹1.63 crore in Kulgam | | |
Srinagar, July 17 (Scoop News)-Continuing its crackdown against drug trafficking under the ongoing 100 Days Nasha Mukt Campaign, J&K Police in coordination with the Revenue Department, attached a two-storeyed residential house worth approximately ₹1.63 crore belonging to Mushtaq Ahmad Bhat son of Gh. Nabi Bhat resident of Tantarypora, under the relevant provisions of law pursuant to the orders of the competent authority.
The accused is involved in four NDPS cases, namely FIR No. 79/2010 of PS Shopian, FIR No. 110/2016 of PS Yaripora, FIR No. 184/2022 of PS Shopian, and FIR No. 47/2025 of PS Yaripora, respectively.
Police reaffirmed its commitment to dismantling the financial infrast... |
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| | Justice before Statehood, Says Panun Kashmir (South) | | Calls for Massive Participation in 20 July, 2026 Jantar Mantar Demonstration | 
Bengaluru, July 17 (Scoop News)- Panun Kashmir (South) on Thursday launched an intensive campaign in southern India to mobilize support for the nationwide demonstration scheduled at Jantar Mantar, New Delhi, on 20 July 2026, under the chairmanship of its Chairman Tito Ganju, asserting that the demand for justice for the displaced Kashmiri Hindu community must take precedence over the ongoing political discourse on the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir.
Addressing a Meet the Press at the Press Club, Bengaluru, Ravinder Gurtoo, Vice Chairman, Panun Kashmir, said that while poli... |
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| | Military veterans, veer naris visit Chinar Corps ahead of 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas | | 
Srinagar, July 15 (Scoop News)-Kargil Vijay Diwas serves as a solemn reminder of the courage, honour, selflessness and supreme sacrifice of our soldiers, inspiring us to renew our commitment to the values they upheld. Hence Kargil Vijay Diwas is not just merely a day to remember but also a day to celebrate the valour and grit of our soldiers. The Nation celebrates 27th anniversary of the victory by hosting series of events at Srinagar, Drass and Kargil.
As a pre-cursor to 27th Kargil Vijay Diwas celebrations, Akhil Bhartiya Poorva Sainik Seva Parishad is conducting an Ex-Servicemen visi... |
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| | DC Anantnag visits Shiva Bhagwati Asthapan Akingam, reviews arrangements for Shiva Bhagwati Jayanti | |  Aantnag July 15 (Scoop News)- Ahead of the auspicious Shiva Bhagwati Jayanti (Ashad Ditya), the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Anantnag, Dr. Bilal Mohiuddin Bhat, today visited Shri Shiva Bhagwati Asthapan, Akingam to take first hand stock of the arrangements and review the facilities that have been put in place for smooth celebration of the religious event.
The DC was accompanied by SDM Kokernag, ACR, senior officials from Health, PHE, PDD and other line departments,
During the visit, the DC took a detailed assessment of the facilities, for providing a smooth experience to the scores of dev... |
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| | Police conducts joint mock drills in Ganderbal | | |
Srinagar, July 15 (Scoop News)- As part of the comprehensive security arrangements for the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY-2026), Police in Ganderbal conducted joint mock drills at Pandith Colony, Manigam and Thajwas, Sonamarg to enhance operational preparedness and ensure a swift, coordinated response to any contingency.
At Pandith Colony, Manigam, the mock drill was conducted by the Special Operations Group (SOG) Ganderbal in close coordination with the Indian Army and other Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs). Simultaneously, another mock drill was conducted at Thajwas, Sonamarg by Police Station Sonamarg, Tourist Police, and other CAPFs, reinforcing the multi-agency secur... |
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| | India's Next Mastermind Awards 2026 to Honour the Country's Spiritual Leaders and Practitioners | |  New Delhi,July 15 (Scoop News)- India’s Next Mastermind Awards 2026, under the banner of the India Spiritual Leaders Awards, will celebrate the country’s leading spiritual leaders, astrologers, yoga masters, healers, spiritual authors, and institutions at its 14th annual edition on July 18, 2026, at Hotel Tivoli, New Delhi.
India’s Next Mastermind Awards is a global recognition platform celebrating excellence across spirituality, business, leadership, and social impact, with a strong footprint in the UAE and India. Organised by Creating Brand Action and powered by the UAE’s Next Mastermind... |
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