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| Excise Dept engages students through Art & Drama at GGHSS Kothibagh | | |
Srinagar, September 13 (Scoop News)- Excise Range Central Kashmir conducted a powerful awareness campaign against the growing menace of drug abuse at Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Kothibagh.
The programme was filled with vibrant activities, a painting competition, nukkad natak, speech competition and a Rally on the theme ‘Nasha Mukht J&K Abhiyan.’
Students poured their hearts into their performances, expressing their creativity, fears, and hopes through striking artwork, stirring words, and thought-provoking acts. Their voices carried a strong message, ‘Say No to Drugs, Yes to Life.’
Excise officials addressed the gathering with deep concern, sensitising the students ... |
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| | Div Com stresses on collaborative efforts for Aerospace Safety | | |
Srinagar, September 13 (Scoop News)- Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Anshul Garg, who is also the chairman of the Airfield Environment Management Committee, emphasized the need for collaborative efforts among stakeholders to ensure aerospace safety around the airfield.
Div Com made these remarks while chairing a high-level committee meeting today, here.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioners of Budgam, Anantnag, and Pulwama, along with the Commissioner of Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC), Air Officer Commanding of Air Force Station Srinagar, Director Urban Local Bodies, ADC Srinagar, and officials from the Airport Authority, Pollution Control Board, Irrigati... |
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| | Principal Secretary Home Chandraker Bharti Visits Sharda Temple at LoC Teetwal | | |
LOC Teetwal,September 13 (Scoop News)- Principal Secretary Home Govt of J&K Chandraker Bharti visited Sharda Temple at LoC Teetwal Kashmir today. This was the first visit of the Home Secretary to LoC.
He was accompanied by his wife, Officials and other police officials. He was received at temple by Coordinator Ajaz Khan and offered prayers at the temple. Chairman of the Save Sharda committee hailed the visit of the Home Secretary.
He was greeted with Sharda shawl and was presented with a copy of a book on Sharda authored by Ravinder Pandita on the occasion. Chandraker Bharti hailed the efforts of Save Sharda Committee Kashmir Regd. of re constructing the temple & Gurudwara after 7... |
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| | Justice Vinod Chatterji Koul inaugurates 3rd National Lok Adalat at Baramulla | | | Baramulla, September 13 (Scoop News)- Justice Vinod Chatterji Koul, Judge, High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, who is also administrative Judge of Baramulla, Saturday visited Baramulla and inaugurated 3rd National Lok Adalat of year 2025 at District Court Complex here.
The National Lok Adalat was organized by District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Baramulla.
Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Minga Sherpa; Chairman DLSA and Principal District and Sessions Judge, Jawad Ahmad; President Bar Association, Advocate Nelofer Masood and others were present on the occasion.
Speaking on the occasion, Justice Koul underscored Lok Adalat's significance in resolving disputes outside conv... |
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| | GMC Srinagar mourns demise of Prof. (Dr.) Ashiq Hussain Naqashbandi. former Principal | | |
Srinagar, September 13 (Scoop News)- Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar today held a condolence meeting at the Medical Education Unit (MEU) to pay tribute to Prof. (Dr.) Ashiq Hussain Naqashbandi, Ex-Principal/Dean, GMC Srinagar who passed away early morning on 13 September, 2025.
The meeting was attended by faculty members, administrative staff, medical superintendents, and paramedical staff, all of whom came together to mourn the loss of a respected figure in the medical community.
Prof. Ashiq Hussain Naqashbandi did his MBBS and M.S. (General Surgery) from Government Medical College, Srinagar and then completed his super-specialization (MCh) in Cardio-vascular Thorasic Sur... |
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| | DC Anantnag reviews preparations for ‘Sewa Parv’ | | | Anantnag,September 13 (Scoop News)-: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Anantnag, Syed Fakhrudin Hamid, today chaired a meeting of officers to review and finalise arrangements for the observance of ‘Sewa Parv’ in the district from 17th September to 2nd October, 2025.
DC directed departments to ensure structured implementation of activities with measurable outcomes. He stressed inter-departmental coordination, community participation, and continuous monitoring for effective execution.
The observance will include activities under identified themes viz. Cleanliness and Environment, Education, Support to Elderly and Vulnerable, Health and Nutrition, Awareness and Capacity Building, and Culture and ... |
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| | SCLSC campaign: DLSA Srinagar organizes legal awareness programme for inmates at Central Jail Srinagar | | |
Srinagar, September 13 (Scoop News)- District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Srinagar, today organized a comprehensive legal awareness programme at Central Jail Srinagar as part of the Supreme Court Legal Services Committee (SCLSC) campaign in jails across India.
The initiative aimed to educate inmates about the process and availability of filing Special Leave Petitions (SLPs) through legal aid, ensuring that justice remains accessible to all.
The programme was held under the chairmanship of Tasleem Arief, Principal District and Sessions Judge, Srinagar, and was conducted under the guidance of Sajad Ur Rehman, Sub-Judge/Secretary, DLSA Srinagar.
During the session, Panel Lawyer... |
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| | JK Police solves 02 theft cases in Ganderbal; 03 accused arrested | | |
Srinagar, September 13 (Scoop News)- J&K Police in Ganderbal have solved 02 theft cases by apprehending 03 accused persons involved in the commission of crime and recovered stolen property from their possession.
On 08-Sept-2025 and 11-Sept-2025, Police Station Kheerbawani and Police Station Kangan received separate written complaints from Jalal-ud-din son of Abdul Salam resident of Kokagund Sehpora and Wahid Ahmad son of Haji Noorani resident of Chadrakote A/P Hayan Kangan stating that during the intervening night of 03/04 Sept and 05/06 Sept of 2025, some unknown thieves trespassed into their cowsheds at Kokagund Sehpora and Hayan Palpora and stole 37 Sheep. Accordingly, cases vide ... |
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| | Bandipora Steps Up Campaign for National Highway Status to Srinagar–Bandipora–Gurez Road | | |
Bandipora,September 13 (Scoop News)-The long-standing demand for National Highway status for the Srinagar–Bandipora–Gurez road has entered a decisive phase with a series of high-level interventions and fresh submissions to the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.
This vital corridor is widely regarded as a lifeline for north Kashmir, crucial for economic growth, tourism promotion and year-round connectivity to Bandipora and the remote Gurez Valley, which remain vulnerable to harsh winter blockades. Upgrading the road to National Highway standards would reduce travel time, improve safety and open new avenues for trade and employment.
Leading the effort, MLA Bandipora Niza... |
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| | Law Department’s Inter-Semester Cricket Tourney | | 7th semester students emerge victorious | |
Ganderbal, September 12 (Scoop News)- The much-awaited final of the Law Department Inter-Semester Cricket Tournament witnessed a high-voltage clash between the 5th Semester and the 7th Semester at the Physical Education Ground, Ganderbal.
After an electrifying contest filled with explosive batting and thrilling moments, the 7th Semester emerged victorious by six wickets, lifting the championship title in front of an enthusiastic crowd.
Registrar, Dr. Nisar Ahmad Mir along with Prof. Dr Farooq Ahmad Mir Head and Dean Department of Law and Mr. Kaukab Azeeb, Director Sports graced the occasion with their presence. Dr. Nisar congratulated both the teams for their grit, determination and... |
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| | SSP Kulgam flags off 83 students for Bharat Darshan Tour | | |
Srinagar, September 12 (Scoop News)-As part of its continued efforts to strengthen police-public relations and provide youth with opportunities for growth and exposure, Police in Kulgam, under the Civic Action Programme, flagged off a group of 83 students from District Kulgam for a week-long Bharat Darshan Tour. The group is being accompanied by five caretakers to ensure the smooth conduct of the trip.
The tour was formally flagged off by SSP Kulgam Shri Sahil Sarangal-IPS at District Police Lines Kulgam along with DySP DAR Kulgam, other senior officers and officials of the district.
While addressing and interacting with the students, SSP Kulgam highlighted the significance of the B... |
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| | Police attaches property worth ₹50 lakhs of drug peddler under the NDPS Act in Srinagar | | |
Srinagar, September 12 (Scoop News)-In yet another significant move to combat the drug menace and dismantle the infrastructure supporting narcotics trafficking, Police in Srinagar have attached a residential property worth approximately ₹50 Lakhs under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act.
The attached property comprises a single‑storey residential house, constructed on land measuring 5 marlas and 68 square feet, bearing khasra No. 339 and valued at approximately ₹50 lakhs belonging to Waseem Ahmad Bafanda son of Ghulam Ahmad Bafanda resident of Lachmanpora, Dandrkha, Batamaloo.
The action pertains to case FIR No. 01/2025 U/S 8/21, 29 of NDPS Act of Police ... |
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| | Ashok Koul welcomes Parcel Train for Apple growers | | hails PM Modi for timely relief to Kashmir's Economy | |
Srinagar, September 12 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Jammu-Kashmir, Ashok Koul has welcomed the announcement by Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to start a daily time-tabled parcel train service from Budgam to Adarsh Nagar (Delhi), calling it a "lifeline" for apple growers and a timely intervention that will bring immense relief to the horticulture sector of the Kashmir Valley.
“This is a historic decision that reflects the Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s commitment to the welfare of every section of society, including the hardworking farmers and growers of Kashmir,” Ashok Koul said in a statement.
The parcel train service, comes amid a major cri... |
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| | Hakeem Yaseen Welcomes Parcel Train Service for Apple Growers | | Condemns slapping of PSA on MLA Mehraj Malik | |
Srinagar, September 12 (Scoop News)-Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Front (PDF) President and former Minister, Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen, on Friday strongly condemned the slapping of the Public Safety Act (PSA) on Doda MLA Mehraj Malik. He said that PSA, which is meant to deal with criminals and anti-social elements, should never be applied to a public representative.
“No doubt, if there was any mistake or slip of the tongue while addressing a public demand, a simple FIR, complaint, or challan could have sufficed. Slapping PSA is not a solution—it only curtails democratic rights and stifles free expression. A normal legal remedy could have saved both the MLA and the administrati... |
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| | Several legislators call on CM Omar Abdullah, highlight key public issues | | | Srinagar, September 11 (Scoop News)-Several legislators, including MLA Pampore, Justice (Retd) Hasnain Masoodi; MLA Karnah, Javid Ahmad Mirchal and MLA Rajouri, Iftikhar Ahmed called on Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah at Raabita Public Outreach Office here today.
The legislators apprised the Chief Minister of pressing developmental issues impacting their respective constituencies, as well as challenges posed in the aftermath of recent flood situation in the region.
During the interaction, the MLAs raised critical concerns related to infrastructure development, improvement of basic civic amenities, road connectivity, health services, among others from their respective constituencies. Th... |
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| | Police Attaches Property of Notorious Drug Peddler Worth ₹50 Lakhs in Budgam | | |
Srinagar, September 11 (Scoop News)-In a major action against drug trafficking, Police attached immovable property of a notorious drug peddler in Humhama area of district Budgam.
The property, comprising a double-storey residential house belonging to Sahil Yousuf Bhat son of Mohd Yousuf Bhat resident of Humhama, has an estimated market value of around ₹50 lakhs. The attachment was executed under Section 68-F of the NDPS Act, in connection with Case FIR No. 110/2021 registered under Sections 8/21 and 29 of the NDPS Act at Police Station Budgam.
This development marks a decisive step in the broader strategy of Jammu & Kashmir Police to dismantle the financial infrastructure of narcoti... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor reviews preparations for ‘Sewa Parv’ celebration in J&K | | |
Srinagar, September 11 (Scoop News)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today chaired a high-level meeting to review the preparations ahead of ‘Sewa Parv’, to be organised across the Union Territory from 17th September to 2nd October, 2025.
The meeting was attended by Shri Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; Shri Shantmanu, Additional Chief Secretary, Higher Education Department; Shri Shailendra Kumar, Additional Chief Secretary, Agriculture Production Department; Dr Mandeep K Bhandari, Principal Secretary to Lieutenant Governor; Administrative Secretaries, Divisional Commissioners, Deputy Commissioners and other senior officers of the stakeholder departments.
The Lieutenant Governor to... |
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| | JKEDI hosts day-long investment cum mentorship program on ‘Deep Tech and Venture Capital’ | | |
Srinagar, September 11 (Scoop News)- The Jammu & Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI) on Thursday organized an investment cum mentorship program titled “Deep Tech and Venture Capital” at its Main Campus Sempora, Pampore.
The day-long program was held in collaboration with the National Small Industries Corporation Limited (NSIC), a GoI enterprise and Sanchi Connect, a leading Business Accelerator supporting Deep Tech Startups.
The event aimed at strengthening the startup ecosystem in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir while promoting innovation and entrepreneurial excellence.
The programme witnessed active participation from over 100 startups, aspiring entrep... |
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