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| Lieutenant Governor graced the ‘Big Impact Awards J&K 2026’ at Jammu | |  Jammu, March 28 (Scoop News)Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Saturday called upon the entrepreneurs and distinguished personalities from diverse fields to channel their resolve to elevate diverse sectors in Jammu & Kashmir, rendering them more robust and humane.
“In realizing the Make in India vision, our entrepreneurs are carving distinct identities through originality. Despite raw material hurdles, they have expanded production capacities and diversified markets,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
The Lieutenant Governor was speaking at the ‘Big Impact Awards 2026’ for J&K, organised by 92.7 Big FM.
The Lieutenant Governor felicitated the distinguished awardees and urged them to lead with a purpose as they contribute to forging a stronger, more prosperous India.
“Through sweeping reforms, Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has fostered an ecosystem where India ... |
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| Karnah has immense potential for Tourism: CM | | Focus on homestays, trekking, border tourism: CM | 
Jammu, March 28 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said that Karnah has immense potential for border tourism, hiking and trekking, asserting that the government is working on a comprehensive programme to promote tourism in the area.
The Chief Minister was replying to a supplementary raised by the MLA Karnah during the Question Hour of the ongoing Budget Session of the J&K Legislative Assembly.
Highlighting the scenic beauty of the region, the Chief Minister said, “There is potential in terms of border tourism, there is potential in terms of hiking and trekking and there... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor reviews progress of Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan in J&K | | 
Jammu, March 28 (Scoop News)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Saturday reviewed the progress of Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan in the UT of Jammu Kashmir, at a high-level meeting at Lok Bhavan Jammu.
The meeting was attended by Shri Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; Shri Nalin Prabhat, DGP; Shri Shailendra Kumar, Additional Chief Secretary, Finance Department; Shri Chandraker Bharti, Principal Secretary Home; Dr Mandeep K. Bhandari, Principal Secretary to Lieutenant Governor; Shri M Raju, Commissioner Secretary to Government, Health & Medical Education Department; Administrative Secret... |
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| | CM Omar says proposal under examination to notify new tourism-worthy areas in J&K | | 
Jammu, March 28 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said that the Government is examining a proposal for the notification of new tourism-worthy areas in Jammu & Kashmir, including several locations in District Doda.
Replying to a question raised by MLA Doda West, Shakti Raj Parihar, during the Question Hour of the ongoing Budget Session of the Legislative Assembly, the Chief Minister said the identified locations in Doda district include Udhrana (Bhaderwah), Sarna (Bhaderwah), Nalthi, Chinta, Guldanda, Padri, Khaleni Top, Lal Draman, Doda (Municipal Limits) and Shibnote (Prem... |
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| | Special reserved train between Jammu and Chhapra announced | | 
Jammu,March 28 (Scoop News)-To enhance passenger convenience, special trains are being operated periodically within the Jammu Division, offering improved travel options along with comfortable amenities. Extending these services, a special reserved train—No. 05193/05194—has been introduced between Jammu Tawi and Chhapra.As per the schedule, the special train will complete 15 trips in each direction.Train No. 05194 will run from April 8 to July 15 for a total of 15 trips. It will depart from Jammu Tawi every Wednesday at 01:20 hrs and reach Chhapra on Thursday at 09:15 hrs.
Similarly, Trai... |
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Ladakh News |
| LSSSSB Conducts Technical Paper-II Examination Smoothly at Leh and Kargil Centres | | |
Leh,March 28 (Scoop News)- The Ladakh Subordinate Services Staff Selection Board (LSSSSB) successfully conducted the Technical Paper (Paper-II) for the posts of Drugs Control Officer and Legal Assistant/Junior Legal Assistant today at Leh and Kargil centres.
For the post of Drug Control Officer (Morning session: 10:00 AM–11:30 AM), 38 out of 54 candidates appeared at Leh, while 67 out of 81 candidates appeared at Kargil.
For the post of Legal Assistant/ Junior Legal Assistant (Evening session: 2:00 PM–3:30 PM), 49 out of 58 candidates appeared at Leh, while 39 out of 49 candidates appeared at Kargil.
The examination was conducted smoothly, transparently, and without any errors ... |
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| | CJI inaugurated District Court Complex at Melong Thang, Leh | | 
Leh,March 28 (Scoop News)-The Hon’ble Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant, inaugurated the newly constructed District Court Complex at Melong Thang, Leh, in the presence of the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena and Hon’ble Justice Arun Palli, Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.
The ceremony was also graced by the presence Hon’ble Justice Sindhu Sharma, Administrative Judge for District Leh, along with other Hon’ble Judges of the High Court.
Upon arrival, the Hon’ble Chief Justice of India was accorded a c... |
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| | CEC Kargil Attends Football for Schools Programme at PM SHRI JNV Kargil | | 
Kargil, March 28 (Scoop News)- Hon’ble Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today attended the Football for Schools (F4S) Programme at PM SHRI Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV), Kargil, as the Chief Guest.
The programme, organized under the aegis of the Ministry of Education, Government of India, in collaboration with FIFA, aims to promote a vibrant sports culture and integrate football into the education system. JNV Kargil served as the nodal centre for district-level distribution of footballs, during which more than 280 footballs were distribut... |
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| | World Theatre Day Celebrated in Leh | | 
Leh, March 27 (Scoop News)- World Theatre Day was celebrated with enthusiasm at Lotsava Auditorium, Leh, organised by the Ladakh Theatre Organization (LTO) in collaboration with the Ladakh Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (LAACL), Leh.
The event brought together theatre practitioners, cultural enthusiasts, artists, and members of the public to mark the importance of theatre as a vibrant medium of artistic expression, social reflection, and cultural preservation.
President, Youth Wing, Ladakh Buddhist Association (LBA), Jigmet Raftan, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest, while ... |
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| | One-Day Seminar on strengthening Disaster Preparedness and Climate Resilience held in Leh | | |
Leh, March 27 (Scoop News)-A one-day seminar on disaster management titled “Resilient Himalayas: Assessing GLOFs, Cloudbursts and Water Hazards for Enhanced Disaster Emergency Preparedness” was successfully conducted in Leh today.
The seminar brought together experts, administrators, scientists, and stakeholders to deliberate on hazard assessment, early warning systems, capacity building, and climate resilience strategies tailored to the unique challenges of the Himalayan region.
The Chief Guest, Administrative Secretary Smt. Bhanu Prabha, in her address, emphasized the fragile and sensitive ecological balance of Ladakh. Highlighting the increasing risks of Glacial Lake Outburst F... |
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| | DC Kargil chairs District Level Review Committee meeting | | |
Kargil, March 27 (Scoop News)-A meeting of the District Consultative Committee/District Level Review Committee (DCC/DLRC) was successfully held today at the Conference Hall Baroo under the chairmanship of the Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Kargil.
The meeting reviewed the performance of banks and line departments for the quarter ending December 2025. Detailed discussions were held on key sectors including agriculture, horticulture, self-employment schemes, and financial inclusion initiatives in the district.
During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner emphasized the need for timely submission of Action Taken Reports (ATRs) by the concerned banks and stressed strengthening coordin... |
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| | CJI Justice Surya Kant Visits Ladakh, to Inaugurate Key Judicial Infrastructure | | 
Leh, March 27 (Scoop News)-The Hon’ble Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant, arrived in Leh today on an official visit to the Union Territory of Ladakh.
Upon his arrival, His Lordship was accorded a warm reception by the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena, and the Hon’ble Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Mr. Justice Arun Palli, along with other Hon’ble Judges of the High Court.
The reception was also attended by senior dignitaries, including the Chief Secretary of Ladakh, the Director General of Police, Ladakh, General ... |
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| | Zanskar Winter Sports & Tourism Festival 2026 Concludes with Enthusiasm and Grandeur | | 
Zanskar, March 27 (Scoop News)-The 5th Edition of the Zanskar Winter Sports and Tourism Festival 2026 concluded today at the Sports Stadium, Zanskar. Hon’ble Councillor, Karsha Constituency, Mr. Stanzin Jigmath, attended as the Chief Guest. Tehsildar Zanskar, Mr. Mohd Hassan, was the Guest of Honour, while Station House Officer, Inspector Nurboo Lonpo, attended as the Special Guest.
On the second day of the Zanskar Winter Sports & Tourism Festival, various activities were conducted. Under the snow skiing events, players from the Snow Ski School Zanskar showcased different activities, inc... |
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Debate |
| Easing Sanctions On Iranian Oil - A Pragmatic Move? | | |
Asad Mirza
The decision last week by the United States to temporarily ease sanctions on Iranian oil shipments already at sea sparked immediate reactions on social media. Apparently, the hasty American move is viewed by experts at cooling surging global energy prices amid the ongoing West Asia conflict. However, in the current scenario India stands to benefit from this move and it may ease the pressure a bit on the Indian demand side.
The US decision to temporarily ease sanctions on Iranian oil shipments already at sea, sparked online reactions, Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf mocked the move on X, writing: “Lifting sanctions on Iranian oil currently stranded a... |
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| | Pakistan’s Crimes Against Muslims and Humanity | | 
By Fatima Baloch
The demoralized Pakistan Army, struggling against the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) in Balochistan, has escalated its conflict with its western neighbor, Afghanistan. On 27 February 2026, it launched a full-scale military campaign, codenamed Operation Ghazab-e-Ilhaq, bombing major Afghan cities including Kabul, Kandahar, and Khost, destroying civilian infrastructure and killing innocent people. Pakistan’s apparent aim is to pressure the Afghan Taliban-led government to act against groups ideologica... |
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| | PoK under TTP and India’s Future Security Challenges By Fatima Baloch | | 
By Fatima Baloch
Whether it is India in the east, Taliban-led Afghanistan in the west, a religious jihadist ideological insurgency in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa that is gradually engulfing Pakistan, or the secular Baloch national armed struggle seeking an independent Republic of Balochistan, Pakistan has opened multiple strategic fronts and is now facing grave security and existential threats. For India in particular, the situation carries serious implications. The Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), a jihadist ideological militant organization, has expanded its operational focus into Pakistan-occ... |
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| | Pakistan’s Objectiveless Military Aggression Against Afghanistan | | and the Future of the Region | 
By Fatima Baloch
Every military operation and war generally has certain strategic objectives. However, just like the 1965 war and the Kargil conflict, Pakistan’s military operations often lack clear strategic objectives during wartime. This frequently leads to failure, heavy military casualties, and embarrassment, and Pakistan continues this legacy both in external wars and in internal military operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan.
The Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) carried out an attack in the Bannu district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on February 21, 2026, in which seni... |
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| | Ayatollah Ali Khamenei: End of an era | | 
Asad Mirza
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei (1939–2026), the second Supreme Leader of Iran, was killed on February 28, 2026, during coordinated US and Israeli airstrikes on Tehran. His death was confirmed by the Iranian state media on March 1, 2026, following an initial announcement by US President Donald Trump.
Khamenei was killed at his office in a joint operation known as "Operation Epic Fury". Several other high-ranking officials, including the commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and the defence minister, were also killed.
Iran has declared 40 days of state mou... |
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| | Israeli-American attack on Iran:A prelude to the destruction of the Middle East | | |
Asad Mirza
The latest attacks by Iran and Israel on each other heralds a horrific and decisive phase in the verbal duel between the two. It is no longer just a traditional fight of words between two countries, but is leading to a permanent change in the geographical and political map of the Middle East.
1. From historical background to direct confrontation
For almost four decades, Israel and Iran have fought a "shadow war" against each other, which included cyber-attacks, targeted killings and proxy wars. However, the Israeli attack on the Iranian consulate in Damascus on April 1, 2024, and then the first Iranian attack on Israel from its territory with hundreds of drones and m... |
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| | Israel’s aggression Continues Unabated in West Bank | | |
Asad Mirza
Israel unabatedly continues its expansionist policy in the West Bank. The US, United Nations and several Arab states have criticised Israel as it expands powers in the occupied West Bank by allowing Jewish Israelis to buy West Bank land directly, and extending greater Israeli control over areas where the Palestinian Authority exercises power.
A White House official has reiterated Donald Trump’s opposition towards Israel annexing the West Bank, after Israeli plans were announced that would pave the way for more settlements in the occupied Palestinian territory.
The measures, announced on Sunday (February 8), included allowing Jewish Israelis to buy West Bank land ... |
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| | Defence Budget Hiked Significantly | | |
Asad Mirza
While presenting the budget for FY 2026-27, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman earmarked a record ₹7.85 lakh crore allocation for the county’s defence sector, post-Operation Sindoor. The increase in the defence outlay in the recent budget, was in the backdrop of "historic success of Operation Sindoor" which has further strengthened our resolve to make India's defence system even more robust, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said.
In a decisive push to strengthen national security in the aftermath of Operation Sindoor and focus on indigenous defence production, the Union Budget allocated a record ₹7.85 lakh crore to defence services, marking the highest-ever o... |
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| Jammu News |
| Rs. 27.245 lakh disbursed among fire victims in Eidgah constituency: Deputy CM | | |
Jammu, March 28 (Scoop News)- Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today said that about Rs. 27.245 lakh have been disbursed among the fire affected families in Eidgah constituency during 2024-25 and 2025-26 financial years.
While replying to the calling attention moved by Legislator Mubarik Gul in the Legislative Assembly, the Deputy Chief Minister said that a total 14 Fire incidents have been reported in Eidgah constituency in last two years.
He said that responding promptly, immediate relief and rescue measures were initiated by the District Administration preventing any further loss.
The Deputy Chief Minister said that the relief assistance, admissible under SDRF no... |
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| | J&K ACB registers case against Forest Guard and Forester posted in Forest Department | | |
Jammu, March 28 (Scoop News)- J&K Anti Corruption Bureau registered a formal case against Md. Zaman Forest Guard and Ajaz Ahmed Forester, posted in Forest Department Bakori, Rajouri vide FIR no. 04/2026 at P/S ACB Rajouri u/s 7 of Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 (as amended in 2018) on 27.03.2026 on the basis of a complaint alleging therein that complainant was digging a septic tank and underground Tank in his land, where his house is already constructed.
On 13/03/2026, Md. Zaman Forest Guard came to his house and stopped the digging work, on the pretext that the land falls under forest department. Complainant told him that this is his own land, but he did not listen anything. He de... |
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| | Div Com Jammu reviews action plan for smooth conduct of annual Amarnathji pilgrimage | | |
Jammu, March 28 (Scoop News)- Divisional Commissioner Jammu Ramesh Kumar today chaired a meeting to review the District wise Action Plan for the execution of development works in Jammu Division for the smooth conduct of Shri Amarnathji yatra 2026.
The meeting was attended by MD JPDCL, Deputy Commissioners of Jammu, Kathua, Samba, Udhampur and Ramban, Commissioner JMC, Director ULB, Director RDD, Director Health Services and senior officers and HODs from PWD, PHE and other stakeholder departments.
The Divisional Commissioner sought the district-wise and department-wise details of works kept in the action plan for meeting the needs of logistics and civic amenities for the pilgrims a... |
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| | NC focused on ULB and Panchayat Elections for the betterment of the people: Gupta | | *BJP’s Smart city project is failed in Jammu: Sadhotra | |
Jammu, March 28 (Scoop News)- The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (NC) Ajay Kumar Sadhotra former minister and Additional General Secretary and Provincial President for Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta, on Saturday asserted that the party’s anticipated success in the upcoming Urban Local Bodies (ULB) and Panchayat elections across the Jammu region will significantly strengthen the Omar Abdullah-led government’s development outreach and help reverse the decade-long developmental setbacks witnessed during the previous BJP regime.
Addressing a workers' meeting of Jammu East Assembly Segment at Sher-e- Kashmir Bhavan, Jammu, chaired by Chandar Mohan Sharma District President Jammu Urb... |
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| | JK LG speaks to senior officials, takes stock of rescue and relief operations at Zojila | | 
Jammu, March 26 (Scoop News)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha spoke to the senior officials and took stock of the rescue and relief operations following the tragic avalanche at Zojila, Ganderbal.
The Lieutenant Governor has extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families who have lost their loved ones in the unfortunate incident and prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured. He has directed the officials to ensure the safety of the stranded persons and extend all possible assistance to those affected.
“Deeply pained by the loss of precious lives due to the tragic... |
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| | Tribal Affairs Department achieves 100% benchmark | | refutes misleading claims on fund utilisation | |
Jammu, March 27 (Scoop News)-The Department of Tribal Affairs (TAD) has issued a rigorous and comprehensive rebuttal to recent reports alleging that 87 per cent of funds allocated for tribal welfare schemes remain unutilised.
Terming such assertions as factually incorrect and grossly misleading, the Department clarified that these claims do not reflect the actual financial position or the nuanced nature of public fiscal cycles.
The Department, in its official communique issued in this regard, has clarified that the performance for the 2025–2026 financial year demonstrates a strategic and aggressive approach to tribal development, underpinned by the achievement of 100 per cent util... |
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| | LG hailed PM's historic decision to insulate households from supply disruptions | | triggered by West Asia crisis | |
Jammu, March 27 (Scoop News)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Friday hailed the Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for his historic decision to insulate households from supply disruptions triggered by the West Asia crisis.
In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor has said:
"Prioritizing citizen welfare, Hon'ble PM Shri Narendra Modi Ji has taken historic decision to insulate households from supply disruptions triggered by West Asia crisis. The measures reflect his commitment to protect the standard of living for ordinary Indians.
Central excise duty slashed by Rs. 10 per litre on both petrol and diesel, shielding consumers from escalating costs. Export duties strate... |
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| | Panun Kashmir organized a global webinar | | attended by various activists of the Kashmiri Pandit community | |
Jammu, March 27 (Scoop News)- Panun Kashmir organised a global webinar on 27th March 2027, attended by various activists of the Kashmiri Pandit community.The webinar was held under the Chairmanship of the President Panun Kashmir Virender Raina.
The following resolution was passed in the webinar to be forwarded to the government:
"While it is great to know that the Prime Minister has Kashmiri Pandit community in his thoughts particularly on the occasion of Navreh -the new year day festival of Kashmir that the indigenous people of Kashmir -the Kashmiri Pandits have been celebrating unabated for the last thousands of years of their civilization and history, there is also an urgent ne... |
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Kashmir News |
| J&K ACB traps and arrests Executive Engineer Jal Shakti (PHE) Mechanical Division | | South Awantipora for demanding and accepting bribe of ₹12,000 | |
Srinagar, March 28 (Scoop News)- J&K Anti Corrupting Bureau received a written complaint to the effect that Executive Engineer Jal Shakti (PHE) Mechanical Division South Awantipora namely Manzoor Ahmad Dar is demanding a bribe of ₹20,000 from him for clearing of Bills on account of Annual Maintenance Contract (AMC) works carried out by him at the said PHE Mechanical Division, out of which the complainant has earlier paid an amount of ₹8000 to the suspect and the remaining amount of ₹12000 was to be paid after the clearance of the bills.
The complainant chose not to pay bribe and instead approached Anti Corruption Bureau for taking legal action against the said Executive Engineer as... |
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| | Police Solves Two Theft Cases In Awantipora; Accused Arrested | | Stolen Property Recovered | |
Srinagar, March 28 (Scoop News)- Police solved two thefts cases in Awantipora by arresting two accused persons involved in the commission of crime and recovered stolen property from their possession.
During the course of investigation of case FIR No. 62/2026 and 67/2026 of Police Station Awantipora, a police party led by SHO PS Awantipora along with IC PP Toll Plaza, employed modern investigative techniques, including examination and analysis of CCTV footage from multiple locations. These efforts led to the identification and subsequent arrest of two accused persons identified as Mohd Lateef Pathan son of Mohd Ali Pathan resident of Lanilab Mujhpathri, Khansahib, Budgam and Sahil Ni... |
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| | Police remains committed to curbing illegal activities and safeguarding natural resources | | |
Srinagar, March 28 (Scoop News)- In a continued effort to combat drug abuse and raise awareness among the public, Police organised a Drug Awareness Rally in Anantnag. The rally commenced from Wazir Bagh Anantnag, proceeded to Lal Chowk Anantnag, and culminated back at Wazir Bagh.
The rally witnessed enthusiastic participation from students of various schools across District Anantnag, members of civil society, and senior police officers and officials. Participants carried placards and raised slogans highlighting the harmful effects of drug abuse and the importance of a drug-free society.
Senior officers of Police, while addressing the participants, emphasized the growing concern of... |
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| | Two-day Cursor Hackathon Kashmir Kicks Off at NIT Srinagar | | Evaluations, sponsor tracks provide exposure to industry-standard technologies and tools | 
Srinagar, March 28 (Scoop News)-The much-anticipated Cursor Hackathon Kashmir began on Saturday at National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, marking the launch of a two-day innovation-focused event aimed at fostering impactful and scalable solutions among student participants.
The hackathon serves as a platform for young innovators to showcase their technical skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities in a collaborative environment.
Organized under the guidance of Dr. Iqra Altaf Gillani, Faculty Coordinator of the Technology Club, the event saw enthusiastic participation... |
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| | Hakeem Yaseen Expresses Grief Over Zojila Avalanche Tragedy | | Urges swift relief, calls for stronger safety measures in vulnerable areas | |
Srinagar, March 27 (Scoop News)- Hakeem Muhammad Yaseen, President of the Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Front (PDF) and former minister, on Friday expressed deep sorrow and concern over the tragic snow avalanche incident at Zojila Pass in Ganderbal district.
In a statement, Yaseen termed the incident as “deeply unfortunate” and extended his heartfelt condolences to the families affected by the tragedy. He also prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured.
Referring to the incident, he said that a snow avalanche struck the Zojila Pass area, trapping several vehicles under snow and debris and causing loss of lives and injuries. He stressed the need for heightened vigilance a... |
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| | NIT Srinagar hosts BIS workshop on quality, safety in everyday products | | |
Srinagar, March 27 (Scoop News)-The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) at the National Institute of Technology Srinagar organised a one-day workshop on Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) awareness, focusing on “Promoting Quality and Safety in Everyday Products.”
Held under the BIS ECE Student Chapter, the workshop aimed to sensitise students about the importance of standards, their development, and their application in engineering as well as daily life.
The programme was coordinated by Dr. Ashok Kumar, BIS ECE Student Mentor, under the guidance of Head of Department Dr. Gh. Rasool Begh.
Dr. Iqra Altaf Gilani, Nodal Officer (BIS NIT Srinagar), and Shri ... |
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| | Handicrafts & Handloom Dept Kmr to introduce SEM-based testing at Pashmina Lab | | Major step towards precise fibre analysis | |
Srinagar, March 27 (Scoop News)- In a major boost to position the Pashmina Testing and Quality Certification Centre (PTQCC) as a centre of excellence in fibre analysis, the Directorate of Handicrafts and Handloom, Kashmir, has procured a high-end Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM).
This initiative aims to achieve global standards in GI testing and certification of Pashmina and other handwoven products.
Apart from this, the department has procured three High-Resolution Digital Microscopes for PTQCC, the Carpet Laboratory at IICT, and the newly established Quality Control Laboratory. These additions are expected to enhance testing capacity, reduce waiting times, and address long-st... |
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| | Yuvraj Vikramaditya Singh,Yuvrani Chitrangada Raje Singh visit sharda temple | | 
LoC Teetwal,March 27 (Scoop News)- Yuvraj Vikramaditya singh alongwith Yuvrani Chitran gada Raje singh and other members of Dharmarth Trust visited sharda temple LoC Teetwal Kashmir on eve of Navratri.
They offered special Puja conducted by save sharda Committee Kashmir Regd there. A group of Brahmins from Karnataka performed hawan & puja. Yuvraj & Yuvrani were received at Swami Nand lal ghat by Ravinder Pandita alongwith other kashmiri pandits,Sikhs of Tangdhar and locals.
After arti at ghat on banks of river kishenganga, they were received at temple by Ajaz Khan & other pilgrims. S... |
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| BJP to hold extensive Foundation Day outreach with ‘Nation First’ spirit: Sat Sharma | | BJP holds preparatory meeting for its Foundation Day programmes on April 6 | |
Jammu, March 28 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP held an important meeting of senior leaders to review and finalize preparations for the forthcoming Foundation Day programmes scheduled for April 6.
J&K BJP President and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) Sat Sharma, accompanied by General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul chaired the meeting, at the party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu.
Former BJP President Ravinder Raina (Incharge for Foundation Day programmes), General Secretaries Baldev Singh Billawaria and Gopal Mahajan, along with other senior leaders, were present in the meeting.
Sat Sharma, while addressing the meeting, said that the Foundation Day of the BJP, observed on April... |
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| | Police Attach Properties of Three Proclaimed Offenders in E&IMCO Case In Sopore | | |
Srinagar, March 28 (Scoop News)- As part of sustained action against the terror ecosystem, police in Sopore attached the immovable properties of three proclaimed offenders in connection with FIR No. 02/2008 under Sections 2/3 of the E&IMCO Act registered at Police Station Panzalla.
The attachment proceedings were carried out at Nadihal in collaboration with the Revenue Department against the following accused persons:-
• Reyaz Ahmad Lone son of Mukhtar Lone resident of Nadihal – land measuring 2 Kanal 16 Marlas under various survey numbers.
• Aijaz Ahmad Lone son of Ali Mohammad Lone resident of Nadihal – land measuring 10 Marlas under survey number 280 min.
• Mushtaq Ahmad S... |
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| | CS finalises arrangements for Jammu's first International Marathon | | Proposes permanent panel to institutionalize marathon events in J&K | 
Jammu, March 27 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today finalized arrangements for the first-ever international marathon event to be held in Jammu this Sunday by the Tourism Department.
The meeting was attended by Additional Chief Secretary, Tourism; Renowned Adventure Tourism Expert, Chewang Motup; Commissioner Secretary, Health; Divisional Commissioner, Jammu; Commissioner Secretary, Youth Services & Sports; IGP Security; IG Traffic; Deputy Commissioner and SSP Jammu; Managing Director, JKTDC; Director Tourism, Jammu, and other senior officers.
During the meeting, the Chie... |
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| | Jammu dominates 20th J&K UT Fencing Championship, emerges overall winner | | |
Jammu, March 27 (Scoop News)-The 20th J&K UT Fencing Championship 2025–26 concluded successfully at the Indoor Fencing stadium M.A. Stadium, Jammu, with District Jammu emerging as the overall champion in both Men's and Women's categories.
The three-day event, organized by the J&K Fencing Association (JKFA), affiliated with the Fencing Association of India (FAI), in collaboration with the J&K Sports Council, saw participation from over 400 fencers from across 17 districts of the Union Territory including Jammu, Udhampur, Kathua, Samba, Ramban, Doda, Poonch, Rajouri, Reasi, Srinagar, Pulwama, Anantnag, Baramulla, Kupwara, Bandipora and Budgam.
The championship featured competitions in... |
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| | JKACL, NZCC host Lok Rang Utsav 2026 at | | DC pitches for projecting local artists on National-Level | | Doda, March 26 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKACL) in collaboration with the North Zone Cultural Centre (NZCC), Patiala, organized a National Cultural-cum-Music Programme titled “Lok Rang Utsav 2026” at Doda, today.
The vibrant programme showcased the rich cultural diversity of the country through captivating folk performances. Artists from Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan and Gujarat enthralled the audience with colourful presentations, while a local troupe added a unique regional flavour to the event.
Deputy Commissioner Krishan Lal graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Addressing the gathering, he expressed gratitude to the ... |
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| | Jammu University’s Decision to Remove Muhammad Ali Jinnah and Sir Syed Ahmad Khan from Syllabus | | |
Jammu, March 23 (Scoop News)-BJP State spokesperson and Former President Jammu University Research Scholars Association (JURSA) Dr. Hari Dutt Shishu extends its sincere appreciation to the authorities of Jammu University for the prompt and principled decision to excise the content pertaining to Muhammad Ali Jinnah and Sir Syed Ahmad Khan from the syllabus of the Master of Arts (Political Science) programme. This decisive action reflects a responsible commitment to preserving the integrity of our academic environment and safeguarding national ethos, said Dr. Shishu in a press statement.
Dr. Shishu said that the inclusion of figures whose ideologies are intrinsically linked to the part... |
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| | Filipino radio professional shot dead, PEC demands justice | | |
Geneva, March 23 (Scoop News)-Another radio professional was killed in the Philippines last Friday spreading panic among the media fraternity in the island nation. The victim, identified as Julio Calo (49), was shot dead by a miscreant in front of his residence at Barangay Robles under La Castellana locality on 20 March 2026. Julio used to work as a community radio block-timer for 88.3 DNN News FM and he died on the spot after sustaining a serious injury on head. The gunman left the crime place in a white sport utility vehicle.
Press Emblem Campaign (PEC), the global media safety and rights organization condemned the incident and demanded justice for the victim. PEC chief Blaise... |
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| | BJP’s strength rooted in ideology and dedication: Sat Sharma | | BJP holds Bainglar Mandal Prashikshan Workshop | |
Ramgarh, March 22 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP President and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) Sat Sharma, along with MLA Dr. Devinder Kumar Manyal and other senior leaders, addressed the Bainglar Mandal Prashikshan Workshop of Ramgarh Assembly Constituency under the ongoing Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya Prashikshan Mahabhiyan.
J&K BJP Vice-President Rekha Mahajan, and District President Asha Rani also addressed the workshop, which was attended by party leaders and activists residing in the Mandal.
Sat Sharma, in his address, focusing on strengthening ideological clarity and organizational efficiency at the grassroots level. He emphasized that the BJP is not merely a political party but a moveme... |
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