Kashmir News
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IRP 6th Battalion Celebrates 26th Raising Day with Grandeur and Pride | |
Srinagar, February 17 (Scoop News)-The 26th Raising Day of the IRP 6th Battalion was celebrated with great enthusiasm and pride at the lawns of Battalion Headquarters. The event was graced by Shri Shahid Mehraj Rather-IPS, DIG Armed/IRP Kashmir, who served as the Chief Guest. The ceremony was attended by several distinguished officers, including the SSP PCR, SSP APCR, CO JKAP 5th Battalion, Dy.CO and other esteemed officers of the IRP 6th Battalion.
The ceremony commenced with an impressive inspection of the guard of honour at the unit’s quarter guard, conducted by the Chief Guest. This was followed by a solemn moment of remembrance, as floral tributes were offered to the brave marty... |
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| 27 Years Rigorous Imprisonment, Among 03 Convictions Secured By Police in Ganderbal | |
Srinagar, February 17 (Scoop News)-Police in Ganderbal have secured convictions in 03 different cases against 04 accused persons involved in a Rape Case of PS Kangan, POCSO Case and NDPS Case of P/S Ganderbal.
In a landmark judgement, conviction was obtained against one accused namely Mohammad Saleem Taploo son of Mohammad Maqbool Taploo resident of Anchar Soura A/P SaidPora, Eidgah Srinagar, for offences under section 363 RPC and Section 4 of POCSO against a minor survivor. The Hon’ble court convicted the accused for both the offences with the quantum of punishment being rigorous imprisonment for a term of 07 years and a fine of Rs 25,000/- for kidnapping which would run separately ... |
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| Urgent Call for Government Action to Tackle Drug Abuse in Jammu & Kashmir | |
Srinagar,February 17 (Scoop News)-:Congress Youth Leader, Tawheed Sheikh has made a strong appeal to the Jammu and Kashmir government, demanding immediate and decisive action to address the escalating drug abuse crisis in the Union Territory. Sheikh, stressed that while awareness campaigns are important, they are no longer sufficient to combat the growing problem and called instead for the formulation of a comprehensive and well-structured policy to tackle drug abuse effectively.
Sheikh underlined the importance of mental health support and rehabilitation for individuals struggling with addiction.He stressed that counseling alone is not enough and that there must be meaningful engage... |
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| Waheed Parra to introduce Bill for legalizing Houses on State Land in J&K | PDP Revives Roshni-Style Law to Grant Ownership Rights to Longtime Occupants |
Srinagar, February 17 (Scoop News)-People's Democratic Party Leader and Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) Pulwama Waheed Ur Rehman Parra, will introduce a Private Member Bill titled “The Jammu and Kashmir (Regularisation and Recognition of Property Rights of Residents in Public Land) Bill, 2025” in the upcoming session of the Legislative Assembly. The proposed legislation aims to legalise and confer property rights upon residents who have constructed and lived in houses on state-owned, common, and other lands for decades.
Recognising the need for a humane and pragmatic approach to the long-standing issue of unauthorised residential constructions, Parra’s bill seeks to provide se... |
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| Awareness cum Training prog on New Criminal Laws, Drug Abuse held at Shopian | DC urges collaborative role of stakeholders in tackling drug abuse, popularising new criminal laws |
Shopian, February 16 (Scoop News)-In an ongoing effort to combat the growing issue of drug abuse among the youth through multi pronged strategy and creating awareness on New Criminal laws, District Administration Shopian on Saturday organised an enlightening awareness programme for the general public at Government Degree College, Shopian.
The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Shishir Gupta was the Chief Guest on the occasion.
The event aimed to educate the public and students about the dangers of drug abuse, prevention strategies, and appropriate responses in case of encountering drug-related situations alongwith popularising the new criminal laws.
While speaking on the occasi... |
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| DC B'pora Chairs Meeting on Waste Management Action Plan for Wular Lake | |
Bandipora, February 16 (Scoop News)-The Deputy Commissioner Bandipora, Manzoor Ahmad Qadri today chaired a meeting to discuss the preparation of an action plan for waste management in and around Wular Lake in the VC room of the Mini Secretariat Bandipora.
The meeting focused on the strategic plan to address waste management and conservation issues concerning Wular Lake.
It was informed that the district is set to address waste management in 30 villages, including 8 villages from Baramulla and 22 villages in Bandipora, including the town.
During the meeting, it was revealed that the action plan will focus on several key aspects including Solid Waste Management and address the t... |
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| Power Shutdown in Kashmir | |
Srinagar, February 16 (Scoop News)-According to CE KPDCL that in order to carry out shifting of 132 KV CT’s / LA’s in Delina Pattan Ckt-II , the power supply of 33kv feeders including Pattan, HMT, Markandal, Gulmarg and areas including Magam, Mirgund, Markandal, Sumbal, Tangmarg, Hamray, Palhallan, Singhpora, Hanjiwera shall remain affected on February 17 from 10:00AM to 2:00PM.
To carry out erection at Tr. Line Tower between Tower No. 76 and Tower No. 77 of 220 KV Wagoora Zainakote Line for increasing of vertical clearance between 132 KV Budgam-IRCON line and 220 KV Wagoora Zainakote Tr. Line, the power supply of 33kv feeders including Laar /Tullamulla, Kurhama/Dab, Safapora/Wangi... |
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| MD KPDCL reviews Power Senario in Pulwama, Shopian | |
Srinagar, February 16 (Scoop News)-MD KPDCL Mahmood Ahmad Shah conducted review of the power scenario and progress on various projects in Pulwama and Shopian.
He also reviewed buffer stock of repaired transformers and the implementation of centrally sponsored schemes like PM Surya Ghar.
While assessing power situation, he emphasized maintaining smooth power supply to both urban and rural areas & stressed on ensuring a stock of repaired transformers in view of ensuing Ramadan. Officers were directed to swiftly restore power in case of weather-related damages and to replace transformers promptly.
MD also discussed the PM Surya Ghar scheme, which provides free electricity connecti... |
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| PSAJK Welcomes Srinagar Court's Decision Allowing Students To Appear In J&K Board Exams | |
Srinagar, February 16 (Scoop News)- The Private Schools Association of Jammu and Kashmir (PSAJK) has welcomed today’s court ruling allowing 22 students from Islamic Global School, Srinagar, to appear in their Class 10th board examinations. These students had previously been denied admit cards by the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE).
The Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) Srinagar directed JKBOSE authorities to issue admit cards to these students, ensuring they can sit for their board exams starting February 17, 2025. This intervention has come as a relief to students and parents who were left in distress due to administrative inefficiencies at JKBOSE.
However, despi... |
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| JKSA seeks Rahul Gandhi's intervention against Jamia Millia’s repressive measures | |
Srinagar, February 15 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association on Saturday wrote to the Leader of Opposition, Rahul Gandhi, regarding the ongoing suppression of student protests at Jamia Millia Islamia, urging him to raise the issue with the government in the press and public forums.
In a letter addressed to Rahul Gandhi, the association’s National Convenor, Nasir Khuehami, highlighted the escalating crackdown on students protesting against administrative high-handedness, arbitrary disciplinary actions, show-cause notices, suspensions, and the erosion of democratic rights on campus.
The letter said that The protests at Jamia Millia Islamia began on December 15, 2024... |
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| Dismissing employees without a fair hearing is sheer injustice: Tarigami | | Srinagar, February 15 (Scoop News)-Dismissing employees without a fair hearing is sheer injustice: Tarigami Srinagar, February 15: CPIM leader and MLA Kulgam, Mohammad Yousuf Tarigami, on Saturday condemned the dismissal of employees from service without a fair hearing, calling it an arbitrary and unjust decision by the LG administration. "The termination of employees without giving them an opportunity to present their side is sheer injustice and a blatant denial of due process," Tarigami said. The LG administration recently issued an order dismissing three employees on allegations of involvement in anti-national activities. Tarigami criticized the move, saying that instead of creating job... |
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| PSAJK Hails J&K Government’s historic stakeholder engagement In Pre-Budget Consultation | Calls For Key Reforms To Improve J&K’s Private Education Sector |
Srinagar,February 15 (Scoop News)-The Private Schools Association Jammu & Kashmir (PSAJK) extends its sincere appreciation to the Government of Jammu & Kashmir, under the leadership of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, for convening an inclusive pre-budget meeting that actively involved all stakeholders, particularly from the education sector. This initiative marks a historic engagement, reminiscent of the progressive steps taken in 1951 when Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah's government introduced the Jammu & Kashmir Education Act.
PSAJK President Dr. G N Var emphasized the significance of this c... |
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