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Div Com Kashmir Reviews Progress of Operationlisation of 60 MLD STP for Srinagar city
Srinagar, December 15 (Scoop News)-Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, today reviewed the operationlisation of 60 MLD STP for Srinagar city and the progress of tendering process for utilities shifting required to connect lane-level drainage with the sewerage system under the Greater Srinagar Sewerage Scheme (JnNURM). The meeting was attended by the Chief Engineers of KPDCL, PWD; Superintending Engineers from PHE and UEED, Deputy Director Planning, and officers of NBCC. During the review, the Divisional Commissioner stressed the need to expedite and complete the tendering process for utilities shifting related to the construction of connecting drainage portions of the UEE...

JKPDA Meets Controller Legal Metrology J&K
Srinagar, December 15 (Scoop News)- The Jammu and Kashmir Petroleum Dealers Association (JKPDA) today called on the Controller, Legal Metrology, Jammu and Kashmir, Shiv Kumar Gupta, to discuss key issues and operational challenges being faced by petroleum dealers across the Union Territory. The delegation, led by JKPDA President, Rahul Gupta, highlighted the importance of close coordination between the Legal Metrology Department and petroleum dealers to ensure smooth operations and effective compliance with prescribed regulatory standards. During the interaction, the Controller, Legal Metrology, assured the delegation of full cooperation from the department. He emphasized strict adh...

NIT Srinagar wins All India Inter-NIT Faculty & Staff Cricket Tournament 2025
Srinagar, December 15 (Scoop News)-The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar on Sunday won the All-India Inter-NIT Faculty & Staff Cricket Tournament 2025, defeating NIT Hamirpur by 10 runs in the final played at the MANIT Sports Complex, Bhopal. With this victory, NIT Srinagar clinched the title for the third time. The four-day tournament, held from December 11 to 14, was hosted by Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (MANIT), Bhopal, and featured participation from 24 NITs across the country. Winning the toss, NIT Srinagar opted to bat first and posted a competitive 129 runs for 9 wickets in 15 overs. The innings was built on steady contributions from the mid...

IUST Coordinator Conferred Prestigious “K. R. Gupta Gold Medal”
Awantipora,December 15 (Scoop News)- Dr. Irfan Maqbool Bhat, Assistant Professor and Coordinator, Centre for Disaster Risk Reduction (CDRR), Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), Awantipora, has been awarded the prestigious “K. R. Gupta Gold Medal” for the year 2025 by the Council of the Geological Society of India (GSI), in recognition of his contributions to the field of Earth Sciences. Dr. Bhat received the award during the Annual Convention of the Geological Society of India, held at the Department of Geology (Centre of Advanced Study), Kumaun University, Uttarakhand that was attended by eminent geoscientists, academicians, and researchers from across the country. ...

Police Organises Shaheed Humayun Muzamil T-20 Cricket Tournament In Anantnag
Srinagar, December 15 (Scoop News)-Police in Anantnag organised the Shaheed Humayun Muzamil T-20 Cricket Tournament under the Civic Action Programme (CAP) at Government Degree College (GDC) Anantnag, aimed at promoting sports, discipline, and positive engagement among youth. The tournament is witnessing participation from eight teams. The inaugural match was played between GDC Anantnag and Royal King Boon, which generated great enthusiasm among players and spectators. GDC Anantnag won the inaugural match convincingly by 52 runs. The initiative reflects J&K Police’s commitment to encouraging youth towards healthy and constructive activities, strengthening police-public relations, and...

DJMC IUST Organises Programme with Economic Times Editor
Awantipora, December 15 (Scoop News)-The Department of Journalism and Mass Communication (DJMC), Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), under its department outreach programme organised an interaction with Hakeem Irfan Rashid, Senior Assistant Editor, Political Bureau, The Economic Times, and recipient of the Ramnath Goenka Award for Excellence in Journalism. The programme, themed “Journalism in Times of an Evolving Media Landscape,” featured deliberations on the rapid transformation of the media ecosystem, the impact of digital technologies and algorithms on newsrooms, and the increasing importance of credibility in an era marked by information overload. Welcoming t...

Police organises drug awareness programmes in Awantipora
Srinagar, December 14 (Scoop News)- Police in Awantipora organised drug awareness programmes at Dcode Coaching Centre Pampore and Mr English Training Academy Pampore. These programmes were aimed at sensitising students and youth about the harmful physical, psychological, and social effects of drug abuse. During the interactive sessions, police officers highlighted the growing menace of drug addiction and its adverse impact on individuals, families, and society at large. The participants were educated about different forms of narcotics and psychotropic substances, the early warning signs of drug addiction, and the serious legal consequences associated with drug abuse and drug traffic...

Police presents challan in EIMCO case in Awantipora
Srinagar, December 14 (Scoop News)- Police in Awantipora presented the challan in Case FIR No. 86/2025, registered under Sections 2/3 of the EIMCO Act, before the Hon’ble Court against 40 accused persons who were allegedly involved in anti-national activities and had allegedly crossed the border to Pakistan for illegal arms training, and did not return thereafter. The investigation in the case was conducted by SHO Police Station Awantipora, under the supervision of SDPO Awantipora. Upon completion of all legal formalities, the challan has been submitted for judicial proceedings. ...

IEI-JKSC observes Energy Conservation Day
one-day seminar titled “Save Energy, Sustain the Future”
Srinagar, December 14 (Scoop News)-The Institution of Engineers (India), Jammu & Kashmir State Centre (IEI-JKSC) observed National Energy Conservation Day by organising a one-day technical seminar themed “Save Energy, Sustain the Future”, bringing together Corporate & Executive Committee Members of IEI, engineers, academicians, administrators, Students, and professionals to deliberate on practical pathways for reducing energy consumption while sustaining developmental momentum. The programme commenced with an introduction by Er. Irfan Ahmad Reshi, MIE, Honorary Secretary, IEI-JKSC, emphasised the importance of energy conservation not only as a policy objective, but also as a profession...

Students Show Strong Faith As Free Mega SATHE Test Records Huge Turnout In Both Phases
Srinagar, December 14 (Scoop News)- The Mega SATHE Scholarship Test organised by Sadam KIE (SKIE) has created a strong wave of hope among students across Jammu & Kashmir, with around 8,000 students participating in two major phases of the examination. The second phase, held on Sunday, 14 December 2025, witnessed the participation of more than 3,000 students, while the first phase earlier saw nearly 5,000 students appear for the test. Together, this overwhelming response has made SATHE one of the largest free scholarship tests ever conducted in the Valley. Students came not only from S...

DC Budgam Inspects Progress of Works at 125-Bedded New District Hospital and 100-Bedded CCU, Reshipora
Budgam, December 13 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner(DC) Budgam, Dr. Bilal Mohi-ud-Din Bhat today conducted an on-site inspection of the ongoing works of the 125-bedded New District Hospital and the 100-bedded Critical Care Unit (CCU) at Reshipora, Budgam, to assess the pace and quality of construction. During the inspection, the DC was apprised that substantial progress has been achieved on the 125-bedded hospital project. Structural works up to the fourth floor including columns and slabs stand completed, while mumpty level column and beam work has also been completed. Brickwork upto third floors has been completed, and AAC block masonry up to the third floor is complete, with work ...

4th National Lok Adalat 2025 Held at Srinagar, Justice Delivered with Dignity
Srinagar, December 13 (Scoop News)- In a significant stride towards delivering timely and amicable justice, , District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) in collaboration with the District Judiciary Srinagar successfully organized the 4th National Lok Adalat 2025 at the District Court Complex Mominabad, Srinagar, and at the Court of the Additional Special Mobile Magistrate/JMIC Panthachowk. The Lok Adalat was held under the guidance of Justice Sanjeev Kumar, Judge, High Court of J&K and Ladakh (Executive Chairman, J&K Legal Services Authority) and overall supervision of Haq Nawaz Zargar Principal District & Sessions Judge ( Chairman, DLSA) Srinagar, and ShaziaTabasum, Member Secret...

Hakeem Yaseen Meets LG Sinha, Flags Key Developmental Concerns Across J&K
Srinagar, December 13 (Scoop News)- President of the People’s Democratic Front (PDF) and former Minister, Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen, on Saturday met Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha at Raj Bhavan and raised several pressing developmental and public welfare issues concerning different parts of Jammu and Kashmir, with special emphasis on Budgam district and other neglected rural areas. During the meeting, Hakeem Yaseen apprised the Lieutenant Governor of the hardships being faced by people due to inadequate infrastructure, rising electricity tariffs, and lack of basic amenities. He said that m...

J&K Police launch district-wide drive against traffic violations in Sopore
Srinagar, December 12 (Scoop News)- J&K Police launched a district-wide drive against traffic violations to enforce road discipline and ensure safer movement on public roads across Police District Sopore. As part of the drive, action is being taken against visible violations of traffic rules and the Motor Vehicles Act. Vehicles with outside UT registration numbers were also checked, and several vehicles were seized and challaned for violations of the MV Act. The enforcement drive aims to inculcate a sense of responsibility among road users and ensure orderly, lawful and disciplined behaviour on roads. Special emphasis is being laid on addressing visible violations so that the implement...

JKEDI starts 4th MDP batch; 270 Entrepreneurs
MSMEs begin training across 13 districts under RAMP scheme
Srinagar, December 12 (Scoop News)- The Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI) on Friday launched the fourth batch of Management Development Programmes (MDPs) across 13 districts of the Union Territory under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) scheme. The initiative is funded by the Union Ministry of MSME and implemented in J&K by the Industries & Commerce Department. MDPs were simultaneously inaugurated in Anantnag, Bandipora, Baramulla, Budgam, Ganderbal, Kulgam, Pulwama, Shopian, Srinagar, Jammu, Kathua, Reasi, and Udhampur districts. A total of 270 participants, including 253 women, have enrolled for the 30-hour training programme s...

Dir SEK reviews Srinagar’s Educational Status
Srinagar, December 12 (Scoop News)- Director School Education Kashmir, Naseer Ahmad Wani today chaired an important review meeting in Srinagar to assess the overall educational status of the district. The meeting was attended by Personnel Officer Dr. Iqbal Hussain Mir, Joint Director, Muhammad Mushtaq, Chief Education Officer Srinager, Ghulam Mohi-ud-Din Bhat and all Zonal Education Officers of the district. During the meeting, CEO presented a detailed briefing on the ongoing activities, administrative functioning and the progress of various educational initiatives across the district. While addressing the officers, Director laid special emphasis on strengthening foundational le...

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