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| Achal Sethi reviews NeVA preparedness ahead of Autumn Session of J&K Legislative Assembly | | |
Srinagar, September 03 (Scoop News)- Commissioner Secretary, Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, Achal Sethi chaired a high-level meeting at the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly Complex, Srinagar, to review the preparedness for implementation of the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) ahead of the forthcoming Autumn Session.
Secretary, Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Manoj Kumar Pandit, along with senior officers of the Legislative Assembly Secretariat, attended the meeting.
The meeting focused on taking stock of the arrangements and preparedness required for the effective rollout and smooth functioning of the NeVA platform, which is aimed at facilitating digital and... |
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| | NIT Srinagar joins MAHA-2D mission as only NIT in national consortium | | |
Srinagar, September 03 (Scoop News)-The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar has been selected as a spoke institution under the national MAHA-2D Material Research Fab and Innovation Hub, led by the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bengaluru, marking its entry into a major national initiative focused on developing two-dimensional (2D) materials and semiconductor technologies.
NIT Srinagar is the only National Institute of Technology among the institutions participating in the consortium, which includes leading IITs and IIITs. The initiative has been launched in partnership with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and is supported by the An... |
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| | IUST Organises Orientation Programme for Newly Appointed Non-Teaching Staff | | |
Awantipora, , September 03 (Scoop News)-The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) today commenced a two-day Orientation Programme for newly appointed non-teaching staff, organised by the Centre for Good Governance and Policy Analysis (CGG&PA) at Campus I, Awantipora. The programme aims to familiarise the newly recruited staff with administrative procedures, institutional systems, professional conduct, and effective workplace practices.
The inaugural session of the programme was presided over by Prof. Shamim Ahmad Shah, Registrar, IUST, as the Chief Guest, who highlighted the important role of non-teaching staff, stressing professionalism, accountability, adaptability, and... |
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| | People Need Statehood With Dignity, Not Political Drama: Hakeem Yaseen | | NC, BJP Playing With People’s Emotions Over Statehood, Says PDF President | | Srinagar, September 03 (Scoop News)- Jammu and Kashmir People’s Democratic Front (PDF) President and former Minister Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen on Thursday accused the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of playing with the emotions of the people by creating “unnecessary drama” around the issue of restoration of statehood.
Yaseen said the people of Jammu and Kashmir want statehood with dignity, constitutional guarantees and respect, and not as a political slogan or electoral tool.
“People need statehood with dignity. They do not need political parties to repeatedly exploit their emotions in the name of statehood. The people have been hearing such... |
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| | Young PhD Scholar Altaf Hussain Deaded Dies In Tragic Road Accident In Khaniyar, Srinagar | | PSA President Bilal Bhat, Millennium International School Management Express Deep Grief | |
Srinagar, September 03 (Scoop News)-Altaf Hussain Deaded, a 28-year-old PhD scholar in Computer Science at the University of Kashmir, died tragically in a road accident at Khanyar, Srinagar, on Thursday.
A resident of Sangerwani, Pulwama, Altaf Hussain Deaded was the beloved nephew of Ghulam Rabbani, Imam of Mir Masjid, Khanyar, Srinagar, who also serves as a Theology Teacher at Millennium International School, Khanyar.
The tragic demise of the young scholar has left his family, friends, teachers and the wider community in deep shock and grief.
Expressing profound sorrow over the loss, PSA State President Bilal Ahmad Bhat said, “The tragic loss of a young and promising scholar ... |
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| | SSP Handwara chairs comprehensive security review meeting | | |
Srinagar, September 02 (Scoop News)-Senior Superintendent of Police Handwara, Shri Tahir Saleem Khan-JKPS, chaired a comprehensive Security Review Meeting at District Police Headquarters, Handwara, to assess the overall security preparedness and review the prevailing security scenario across the Police district.
The meeting was attended by Gazetted Officers of Handwara Police, along with SHOs, DOs and In-Charges of Police Components. During the meeting, the SSP conducted a detailed review of various critical security and policing aspects, including investigation of cases under NDPS and UAPA Acts, identification of security hotspots and social media surveillance.
The SSP also reviewe... |
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| | NIT Srinagar organizes three SERB-SSR programs to promote Scientific learning and research exposure | | |
Srinagar, September 02 (Scoop News)-The Department of Physics at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar organized a series of three Scientific Social Responsibility (SSR) programs under the Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB), Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), aimed at promoting experiential scientific learning and providing participants with exposure to advanced research facilities, instrumentation, and contemporary experimental techniques.
The initiative commenced with a scientific outreach program for school students titled “Beyond the Textbooks: Hands-on Experiment, Physics Experience, and Exploration.” Around 50 students and faculty membe... |
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| | Youth Services & Sports Department Bids Farewell to FA/Chief Accounts Officer on Transfer | | 
Jammu/Srinagar, September 02 (Scoop News)-The Youth Services & Sports Department accorded a warm farewell to Financial Advisor/Chief Accounts Officer, Sh. Jaswinder Pal Singh, on the occasion of his transfer from the Department, in recognition of his services and contribution during his tenure.
The Commissioner/Secretary, Youth Services & Sports Department, expressed high appreciation for the officer's efficiency, professionalism and dedicated approach towards his responsibilities, particularly in handling financial matters and other important assignments entrusted to him. The Commissioner... |
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| | Review Meeting on Pashmina Development Projects Held at Bikaner | | |
Bikaner, September 02 (Scoop News)-A review meeting on the ongoing projects under the Pashmina Development Programme was held under the chairmanship of the Joint Secretary (Fibre), Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, on September 1, 2026, at Bikaner.
The meeting reviewed the ongoing projects under the Pashmina Development Programme and discussed the finalisation of a new scheme for the development of Pashmina fibre in Ladakh during the upcoming Plan period.
The meeting was attended by Dr. Iftikhar Hussain, Director, Sheep Husbandry Department, UT Ladakh; Mr. G.S. Batti, Executive Director, Central Wool Development Board (CWDB), Jodhpur; Director, Wool Research Associati... |
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| | CEO iQuasar delivers lecture at CUKashmir | | |
Ganderbal, September 02 (Scoop News)-Tahir Qazi, Chief Executive Officer of iQuasar, LLC, delivered an insightful lecture to the students of the Department of Management Studies (DMS), Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir), on the topic “Use AI as Your Coach to Build Skills for Career Growth” at varsity’s Green campus.
iQuasar, LLC, is a Sterling, Virginia-based firm that provides technology solutions and outsourcing services to government and commercial clients.
His lecture focused on the growing role of Artificial Intelligence in learning, skill development, and professional growth. Mr. Qazi highlighted how AI tools can be effectively used as personal coaches to identify ski... |
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| | CUKashmir hosts workshop on ‘Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Education’ | | |
Ganderbal, September 02 (Scoop News)- Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) Vice-Chancellor, Prof. A Ravinder Nath Tuesday said that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the educational, research and employment landscape, and emphasized that technological advancements must ultimately contribute to improving the quality of human life and serve societal needs.
“AI is creating new possibilities for economic empowerment and intellectual-property generation,” Prof. A Ravinder Nath said while inaugurating the two-day international workshop on “Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Education”, (International Academic Partnership Meet), organised by the Department o... |
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| | NIT Srinagar hosts first International Conference on water, wastewater and waste management | | |
Srinagar, September 01 (Scoop News)- The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar hosted RECLAIM 2026, the first International Conference on Water, Wastewater and Waste Management, bringing together researchers, academicians, policymakers and industry experts from across India and abroad to deliberate on emerging challenges in water resource management, wastewater treatment and sustainable waste management.
Organised by the Water Resources Management Centre (WRMC), and Department of Civil Engineering NIT Srinagar, the two-day conference featured participation from premier institutions including IIT Delhi, IIT Roorkee, IIT Guwahati, IIT Madras, IIT Jodhpur, IIT Hyderabad a... |
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| | Power Shutdown by KPDCL | | |
Srinagar, September 01 (Scoop News)-Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL has informed that the Shutdown of 33 kV Wanpoh Ashajipora
Malaknag DC Line will be observed due to which power supply to Ashajipora, Dialgam, Rohu, Malaknag, ReshiBazar Brakpora and Janglat Mandi, Shirpora, Nowgam & adjoining areas will be affected from 08 AM to 02 PM on 03 & 07 September 2026.
Similarly, shutdown of 33 kV Kulgam- DH Pora line will be observed due to which power supply to DH Pora, Ahmadabad, Aharibal, Bhatipora, Hospital, KB Pora, Nagam, Khull, Gopalpora, Rambhama, Nillow, Arreh, Begam, Sehpora & adjoining areas will be affected from 08 AM to 02 PM on 02 & 05 September 2026.
Likewise, shutd... |
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| | Union Secretary chairs workshop on “Administrative Data Harmonisation” at SKICC | | |
Srinagar, September 01 (Scoop News)-The Directorate of Economics & Statistics (DES), J&K, under the Planning, Development & Monitoring Department, organised a one-day UT-level workshop on “Administrative Data Harmonisation” at SKICC, Srinagar, to strengthen the quality, consistency, interoperability and effective use of administrative data across government departments.
Dr. Saurabh Garg, Secretary, Union Ministry for Statistics & Programme Implementation (MoSPI) chaired the event.
R. Alice Vaz, Commissioner Secretary, Planning, Development & Monitoring Department along with other Administrative Secretaries of major line departments were also present on the occasion.
Speaking o... |
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| | Government has failed to Deliver on People’s Mandate: Hakeem Yaseen | | | Srinagar, August 31 (Scoop News)- Jammu and Kashmir People’s Democratic Front (PDF) President and former Minister Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen on Monday criticised the government for allegedly failing to address the concerns of the people despite receiving a massive mandate, saying that the past two years have not brought the expected relief or development to the public.
Addressing various delegations from Budgam district, Yaseen said that people had voted with great expectations, but the government has failed to deliver on its promises. “It has been two years since the government received a massive mandate, but people are still waiting for tangible action on issues concerning their daily liv... |
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