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| J&K Police arrests drug peddler in Sopore; Psychotropic substance recovered | | |
Srinagar, February 23 (Scoop News)-In its continued efforts to curb drug trafficking and eliminate the menace of narcotics from society, J&K Police arrested a drug peddler in Sopore and recovered Psychotropic substance from his possession.
A police party of Police Post Fruit Mandi, intercepted a suspicious individual coming from Chinar Crossing towards Fruit Mandi. He has been identified as Mansoor Ahmad Bhat, son of Late Abdul Ahad Bhat, resident of Khawaja Gilgit Batpora, Sopore. Upon personal search, Spasmoproxyvon Plus capsules were recovered and seized as per due procedure. The accused was arrested and accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 37/2026 has been registered at Police Station ... |
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| | MP Er Rashid Sanctions ₹21 Lakh MPLADS Funds for Youth, Education and Tourism | | in North Kashmir | |
Srinagar, February 23 (Scoop News)-Awami Itihaad Party (AIP) Chief Spokesperson Inam Un Nabi on Monday announced the administrative approval of multiple development works sanctioned under the MPLADS funds of MP Baramulla Er Rashid for the year 2025–26.
In a statement issued to the media, Inam Un Nabi said the District Development Commissioner Baramulla has accorded approval for works amounting to over ₹21 lakh aimed at improving education infrastructure and promoting eco-tourism in the constituency.
Inam said an amount of ₹3.00 lakh has been approved for the development of Dariyan (Kutru Nari Bal) as an eco-tourism spot through the provision of benches, a gazebo, establishment of ... |
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| | Cooperative movement is national priority under Modi govt: Sat Sharma | | Sat Sharma, Ashok Koul address Cooperative Convention at Jammu | |
Srinagar, February 23 (Scoop News)-The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Jammu & Kashmir organized a Cooperative Convention at the party headquarters in Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, bringing together representatives of various cooperative societies from across the Jammu region. The convention was addressed by J&K BJP President and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) Sat Sharma CA and BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul.
Prominent leaders present on the occasion included General Secretary Sanjita Dogra, All Cell Incharge Ved Sharma, Cooperative Cell Convenor Ankush Gupta, and Convention Coordinator HS Pammi, while also witnessing the participation from Dr. Nidhi Pathania, Veena Bakshi, D... |
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| | Secretary Sports Council reviews arrangements for 6th Khelo India Winter Games at Gulmarg | | | Gulmarg, February 22 (Scoop News)-Secretary, Jammu & Kashmir Sports Council, Nuzhat Gul, conducted a detailed review of the arrangements for the forthcoming 6th Edition of the Khelo India Winter Games scheduled to be held at Gulmarg from February 23–26, 2026.
The review meeting was attended by officers of the J&K Sports Council entrusted with the successful conduct of the prestigious national winter sports event. The J&K Sports Council, in close coordination with the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Sports Authority of India and the Department of Youth Services & Sports, has put in place elaborate arrangements for the smooth conduct of competitions across disciplines including Alpin... |
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| | BJP strengthens its base in Kashmir | | DDCs, BDCs, Political leaders, and former Councillors join the party | |
Srinagar, February 22 (Scoop News)-Several prominent leaders and grassroots workers from the Jammu & Kashmir National Conference (NC), Indian National Congress (INC), Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Apni Party, DPAP and other political outfits formally joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) at a grand function held at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC), Srinagar.
The new entrants were welcomed by J&K BJP President and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) Sat Sharma (CA), Leader of Opposition in the J&K Legislative Assembly Sunil Sharma, and General Secretary (Organization) J&K Ashok Koul, along with General Secretary Anwar Khan, Secretaries Arif... |
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| | DC Budgam reviews “Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain–2025” | | Focus on convergence, scientific planning & community participation | | Budgam, February 21 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting on the implementation and progress of Jal Shakti Abhiyan:Catch the Rain 2025 and Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari (JSJB) 2.0.
At the outset, a detailed presentation was given outlining the background, objectives, themes, and focused interventions under the ongoing campaign. The meeting deliberated on the theme for 2025 “Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari: Jan Jagrukta Ki Or Conservation towards Intensified Community Connect Campaign” with special focus on strengthening water security through community participation and convergence of departmental efforts.
The DC t... |
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| | BJP strengthens its base in Kashmir | | Sat Sharma, Sunil Sharma, and Ashok Koul welcome senior political leaders at Srinagar | |
Srinagar, February 21 (Scoop News)-Several prominent leaders and grassroots workers from the Jammu & Kashmir National Conference (NC), Indian National Congress (INC), Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Apni Party, DPAP and other political outfits formally joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) at a grand function held at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC), Srinagar.
The new entrants were welcomed by J&K BJP President and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) Sat Sharma (CA), Leader of Opposition in the J&K Legislative Assembly Sunil Sharma, and General Secretary (Organization) J&K Ashok Koul, along with General Secretary Anwar Khan, Secretaries Arif... |
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| | Police foil drug trafficking attempt in Baramulla | | |
Srinagar, February 21 (Scoop News)-Continuing its drive against drug trafficking, Police in Baramulla arrested a drug peddler and recovered contraband substance from his possession.
A Police team at a checkpoint established at Dhobiwan Crossing, intercepted a vehicle (Tavera) bearing registration number JK01BD-2547 driven by Adil Ahmad Dar son of Ghulam Mohi-ud-din Dar resident of Hardu Aboora. During search, approximately 28 grams of a charas-like substance was recovered from his possession. Accordingly, the accused was arrested and the vehicle was seized. In this regard, a case vide FIR No. 15/2026 under relevant sections of law has been registered at Police Station Kunzer, and fur... |
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| | Police take action against illegal mining in Baramulla | | |
Srinagar, February 21 (Scoop News)-Continuing its drive against illegal mining activities, Police in Baramulla under the jurisdiction of Police Post Delina intercepted a vehicle (tipper) bearing registration number JK04C-1750 found carrying illegally extracted sand.
The vehicle was immediately detained and challaned through the officials of the Geology & Mining Department under relevant provisions of law.
J&K Police remains committed to taking strict action against illegal mining and appeals to the public to report such activities to the nearest police unit.
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| | CUKashmir observes Intl Mother Language Day | | |
Ganderbal, February 21 (Scoop News)-Dean Students Welfare (DSW), in collaboration with the Department of Kashmiri, Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) organized a debate competition and a signature campaign on the International Mother Language Day here.
The event was held under the theme, “Digitizing our Roots: Preserving Language Through Technology,” reflecting the growing need to safeguard linguistic heritage in the digital age.
Speaking on the occasion, Dean DSW, Dr. Jehirul Islam, said, the programme aims to highlight the significance of mother languages in shaping identity and preserving culture. He said the Day brought together students, faculty members, scholars, and la... |
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| | IGP Kashmir Chairs Security Review Meeting Ahead of VVIP Visit at PCR Kashmir | | |
Srinagar, February 20 (Scoop News)-V.K. Birdi, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir, chaired a high-level security review meeting today at PCR Kashmir in preparation for the forthcoming VVIP visit to Jammu & Kashmir.
The meeting was attended by senior officers from various security and intelligence agencies, including Police, Army, CRPF, ITBP, BSF, SSB, CID, Traffic, Railways, and other allied units. Among those present were Additional Commissioner SB Srinagar; DIsG of CRPF (South/North Srinagar) and CRPF Srinagar Sector; DIG Armed Kashmir; DIsG BSF and SSB Srinagar; DIsG IRP/Traffic Kashmir and CID Kashmir; all Range DIsG of Kashmir Zone; all District SSsP of Kashmir Zone; SSP ... |
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| | Razdan & Machil Pass Tunnels to Be Taken Up Under OTCA Budget: Nitin Gadkari to MP Er Rashid | | | Srinagar, , February 20 (Scoop News)-Awami Itihaad Party (AIP) Chief Spokesperson Inam Un Nabi has welcomed the written response of Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari to MP Baramulla Er Rashid regarding long-pending road and tunnel projects in North Kashmir, terming it a positive and encouraging development.
In a statement issued to the media, Inam Un Nabi said the letter acknowledges the issues raised by the MP Baramulla Er Rashid concerning the Lolab (Kupwara)–Dardpora–Bandipora Road, Lolab–Takipora–Sopore Road, Machil Tunnel (Kupwara) and Gurez Tunnel (Bandipora).
Quoting the contents of the letter, Inam said the Union Minister has informed MP Er Eashid th... |
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| | Design-led innovation key to Kashmir’s economic growth: Director NIT Srinagar | | Over 110 entrepreneurs engaged in MSME design drive across Kashmir region | |
Srinagar, February 20 (Scoop News)-The Department of Mechanical Engineering at National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar organised an MSME Design Awareness Programme, drawing over 110 entrepreneurs, startup founders, students, and stakeholders from across Kashmir.
Experts highlighted the role of design-led innovation in improving product value, branding, and market competitiveness of local enterprises.
In his message to budding entrepreneurs, Director NIT Srinagar, Binod Kumar Kanaujia, said that design-led innovation is critical to the growth of local industries and the economic self-reliance of the region.
Prof. Kanaujia said that innovation must be tailored to local need... |
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| | Mehbooba Mufti appeals Prime Minister to Safeguard Kashmiri Horticulture | | | Srinagar, February 20 (Scoop News)-Former Chief Minister and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) President Mehbooba Mufti today urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to immediately safeguard the interests of Kashmiri horticulture by excluding apples from the proposed Indo-US trade deal.
Expressing grave concern over reports of zero-duty American apple imports, Mehbooba warned that such a move would deliver a "death blow" to the orchard economy of Kashmir. She emphasized that horticulture is the backbone of Kashmir’s economy, supporting over seven lakh families whose livelihoods, children’s education, and healthcare depend entirely on it.
"The sector is already bleeding due to low-priced Irani... |
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