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JK LG chairs high-level meeting, discusses issues of Terror victim families
whose loved ones were brutally killed by Pakistan-backed terrorists
Srinagar, July 01 (Scoop News)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today chaired a high-level meeting and discussed the issues concerning victim families whose loved ones were brutally killed by Pakistan-backed terrorists. The Lieutenant Governor directed the Deputy Commissioners and SSPs to reopen cases which were deliberately buried and file an FIR and ensure jobs are provided to Next of Kins (NoKs) on priority. He further directed them to take immediate measures to free terror victim families’ property and land grabbed by terrorists or their sympathisers. Identify those elements from terror ecosystem who were involved in killing of Common Kashmiris and currently working in Government Departments. Financial assistance under MUDRA and handholding must be extended to the terror victim family members who want to start their self-employment venture, the Lieutenant Governor told ...
 
 
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Lieutenant Governor flags off fleet of ambulances for Hospitals in Ramban and Anantnag Districts
Srinagar, July 01 (Scoop News)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today flagged off the fleet of Ambulances for the Hospitals in Ramban and Anantnag Districts. A total 5 Ambulances were donated by National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) through M/S Quazigund Expressway Private Limited for Hospitals at Qazigund, Banihal, Ramban, Batote, and Gool, under Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). The deployment of the Ambulances will strengthen emergency healthcare services and ensure timely medical care to the people. The Lieutenant Governor appreciated the NHAI and M/S Quazigund Ex...

Lieutenant Governor reviews final preparations for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra
LG directs for widespread publicity of Traffic Advisory so that common man is not inconvenienced
Srinagar, July 01 (Scoop News)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today chaired a high-level meeting with the senior officers and reviewed the final preparations for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra. The meeting was attended by Chief Secretary Shri Atal Dulloo; Additional Chief Secretary, Jal Shakti Department Shri Shaleen Kabra; DGP Shri Nalin Prabhat; Special Director General (Coordination), PHQ, Shri S.J.M Gillani; Principal Secretary Home Shri Chandraker Bharti; Principal Secretary, Finance Shri Santosh D Vaidya; ADGP CID Shri Nitish Kumar; Principal Secretary to Lieutenant Governor and CEO ...

LG launches Rural Development Department’s IEC Campaign for a sustainable and Zero-Waste pilgrimage
Yatra Logo, Yatra Anthem, campaign website and MIS portal, Trinetra App
Srinagar, June 30 (Scoop News)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha, during his visit to Baltal today, launched a comprehensive IEC (Information, Education & Communication) campaign and various innovative initiatives of Directorate of Rural Sanitation, Department of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, for a sustainable and Zero-Waste pilgrimage of Shri Amarnath Ji. The initiatives include Yatra Logo, Yatra Anthem, campaign website and MIS portal, Trinetra App, Pamphlet & Yatra Guidelines, Yatra Mascots and IEC toolkit aimed to promote sustainable practices, address sanitation issues, sh...

CM Omar Abdullah calls for revival of Buyer-Creator relationship at SKICC Meet
Addresses J&K International Buyer-Seller Meet 2025 on Theme ‘Skilled Hands to Global Markets’
Srinagar, June 30 (Scoop News)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today said that through buyer-seller meets, the government is striving to revive the historic connection between Kashmir’s artisans and the global market by rebuilding the direct relationship between creators and customers. The Chief Minister, who was a chief guest on the occasion, made these remarks while addressing the Buyer-Seller Meet–2025 held at SKICC, organised by the Jammu and Kashmir Trade Promotion Organisation (JKTPO) in collaboration with the Wool & Woollens Export Promotion Council (WWEPC), supported under the Ra...

 
 Ladakh News
DCPU Kargil, AKSAD Concludes Five-Day Workshop on Career Guidance and Life Skills
Kargil, June 29 (Scoop News)- The District Child Protection Unit (DCPU) Kargil successfully concluded a five-day workshop held from 24th to 29th June 2025, in collaboration with the All Kargil Students Association Delhi (AKSAD). The program focused on career guidance and life skills development to children residing in Child Care Institutions (CCIs). During the five days workshop, the volunteers from AKSAD had provided training to the students of Bal Ashram and Sweet Home Kargil on poster making, painting, science experiments, sports and other activities. The closing ceremony featured the distribution of appreciation certificates to AKSAD and the Student Welfare Association Chandiga...

Ladakh Administration notifies Ladakh Reservation (Amendment) Rules, 2025
Leh,June 29 (Scoop News)-The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has achieved a significant milestone in the recruitment and reservation policy with the issuance of the Ladakh Reservation (Amendment) Rules, 2025, redressing the long pending concern of the locals, especially the youth of Ladakh. The amendments are made in exercise of the powers conferred under Section 23 of the Jammu and Kashmir Reservation Act, 2004, as amended by the UT of Ladakh Reservation (Amendment) Regulation, 2025 (No. 1 of 2025), and come into force from the date of their publication in the Official Gazette. The exercise was carried out by the Social and Tribal Welfare Department along with Ge...

Ladakh Administration Notifies Areas Adjoining Actual Line of Control (ALC) for Reservation Purposes
Leh,June 29 (Scoop News)-The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has added to its administrative stride yet another achievement with the issuance of the official notification declaring specific areas as Areas Adjoining the Actual Line of Control (ALC) under the provisions of the Jammu and Kashmir Reservation Act, 2004, as amended by the Union Territory of Ladakh Reservation (Amendment) Regulation, 2025. As per the notification, this includes 18 revenue villages in Leh district situated along the Line of Control (LoC) and Line of Actual Control (LAC), and 34 revenue villages in Kargil district situated along the LoC. This declaration will enable residents of these identified...

NCST Member Dr. Asha Lakra Reviews Tribal Welfare Schemes in Leh District
Leh,June 29 (Scoop News)-Member of the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST), Dr. Asha Lakra, chaired a crucial meeting at the DC office conference hall in Leh on June 28. The meeting aimed to thoroughly review the implementation of various welfare programs and centrally sponsored schemes benefiting Scheduled Tribes in the district. This visit followed a similar review conducted by Dr. Lakra in the Kargil District. Key officials in the meeting includes Deputy Commissioner Leh Romil Singh Donk, Senior Superintendent of Police Leh Shruti Arora, Additional Deputy Commissioner Leh Ghulam Mohd, Chief Planning Officer Leh Tsewang Gyalson, Assistant Commissioner Development Leh AG Z...

Silk Route Festival inaugurated at Sumoor Nubra
Sumoor Nubra June 28 (Scoop News)-The annual Silk Route Festival was officially inaugurated by Hon’ble Councillor of Tegar constituency, Shri Rigzen Lundup today on June 28 at Sumoor,. The ceremony was also graced by Shri Tashi Chostak, Naib Tehsildar Sumoor, and Rigzen Tsephail, Nambardar of Sumoor, alongside other distinguished guests. Organized by Samtan Otsal Tsogpa, Sumoor, the festival's opening day featured a captivating cultural program. Talented artists from Sumoor village showcased the rich heritage of the region through vibrant performances. A major highlight of the day was t...

DC Leh Reviews Jal Jeevan Mission Progress, Emphasizes on Water Quality and Timely Completion of Projects
Leh, June 28 (Scoop News)-The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Leh Romil Singh Donk today chaired a comprehensive review meeting of Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) at the DC office's VC room. The meeting focused on assessing the ongoing work, addressing implementation challenges, and ensuring timely provision of safe drinking water to all households in the district. The session began with a detailed presentation outlining the current status of Functional Household Tap Connections (FHTC) and the progress of various JJM components. DC Leh meticulously reviewed pending executions, field methodologies, and techniques employed in the project's implementation. Key discussions revolved around challenges fac...

Divisional Magistrate, Nubra Convenes Meeting on Flash Flood Response Preparedness
Nubra, June 27 (Scoop News)-Sub-Divisional Magistrate Nubra, Mukul Beniwal IAS, convened a meeting today at the Conference Hall of the SDM Office Complex Diskit, to review disaster preparedness and emergency response protocols in view of potential flash flood situations. During the meeting, he directed the Medical Department to ensure that response teams, ambulance and first aid kits are kept ready for any such emergencies. He further instructed the Tehsildar/ Naib Tehsildars to identify vulnerable flash flood zones in their respective areas in consultation with Nambardars and ensure that local volunteers are prepared to assist in any emergency response efforts. Additionally, h...

WWF, School Education Department host Mission Khoryug Award Ceremony
ADC Kargil Imteeaz Kacho presides as Chief Guest
Kargil, June 26 (Scoop News)- In collaboration with School Education Department, Kargil, WWF-India held Mission Khoryug’s Award Ceremony and Teachers’ Orientation Workshop under its flagship environmental education initiative, Mission Khoryug. The orientation session was aimed to empower Government school teachers with the tools, knowledge and strategies needed to implement Mission Khoryug’s unique six-milestone approach towards environmental education across schools in States/UTs. Speaking on the occasion, ADC Kargil Imteeaz Kacho congratulated team WWF-India for organizing an insightful event to impart awareness about the importance of harmonious co-existence of wildlife...

 
 Debate
To Kashmiri Pandits with an olive branch
K N Pandita Thirty-six years after our forced exile from our birthplace of Kashmir, PDP Chairperson, Mehbooba Mufti, during her recent meeting with the LG, suggested honourable, secure and sustainable return and rehabilitation of nearly 60 thousand Kashmiri Pandit families scattered all over the country after their exodus in 1990. In her formal letter to the LG, she has appended an outline of a comprehensive rehabilitation plan for the Pandit minority in Kashmir Valley. To many alienated Kashmiri Pandits, Mehbooba's message is a surprise because of her sustained, open and outright support to armed insurgents in Kashmir. Kashmiri Pandits carry the impressions of the 1986 as...

US Denounces Aggressive Chinese Attitude
Asad Mirza At the recently concluded Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth urged US allies in Asia to boost defences fast, saying America is shifting its strategy to counter growing threats from China. During his speech at the 22nd Shangri-La Dialogue, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth painted a picture which warned that China is “credibly preparing” to use military force to shift the power balance in Asia, saying that the US remains firmly committed to the Indo-Pacific region, news agency AFP reported. Hegseth said the threat posed by China is “real and could be imminent.” He accused Beijing of building up military capabilities to potentially in...

Expose Pakistan’s Terror Machine: Time for the World to Act
by Farooq Ganderbali Pakistan, long known as a safe haven for terrorists, continues to be the epicenter of cross-border terrorism. From the rugged terrains of Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) to the terror launch pads scattered across its territory, Pakistan has institutionalized terror as an instrument of state policy. With alleged support from the Pakistan Army and its intelligence agency ISI, militant groups are being trained, armed, and pushed into Jammu and Kashmir with a singular goal: to destabilize peace and incite violence. The recent cowardly attack on innocent tourist...

Trump’s West Asia Tour: Arabs In, Israel Out
Asad Mirza The President of the United States, Donald Trump, arrived in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, on the first leg of his West Asian tour, last week. He also visited Qatar and the UAE during the tour, ignoring Israel. During the visit he also met with Syria’s President, a former Al Qaeda leader, Al Shara. Overall, the visit was not just foreign policy and bilateral relations but an exercise to boost the financial fortunes of the Trump family. Believe it or not, Trump has pulled another of his maverickian tricks, which his opponents are describing it as naked corruption, in full public glare. This times it relates to his west Asian tour, during which he visited Saudi A...

Nationalism not cubbed with Religion
Asad Mirza The last week saw an unprecedented escalation of tension between two nuclear powers, i.e. Indian and Pakistan. The situation was exacerbated after the launch of Operation Sindoor by India to retaliate against Pakistan-backed terrorist groups, after the Pahalgam attack of 22 April, in which 26 civilians were killed by the operatives of The Resistance Force (TRF) a largely unknown entity. In a tit for tat manner, after Operation Sindoor carried on the night of May 6-7 by India, Pakistan launched a series of drone attacks and heavy shelling along the Line of Control (LoC) in Kashmir on Wednesday (May 7). The Indian response to this aggression continued the second an...

Kashmir speaks loud and Clear: No more terrorism, No more Pakistan Propaganda
By Farooq Ganderbali The people of Jammu & Kashmir have once again spoken with a united voice: terrorism has no place in our land, and Pakistan’s decades-old agenda of bloodshed and division stands utterly rejected. For years, Pakistan has tried to infiltrate the minds of Kashmiri youth through fake Islamic propaganda, luring them into a cycle of violence and radicalisation. But today, the people of Kashmir are sending a firm message — stop sending terrorists, stop destroying our future. Under the false banner of religion, Pakistan has devastated the culture, unity, economy, and identity of Kashmir. It has turned the Valley, once known for its peace and beauty, into a ba...

World Red Cross Day – May 8, 2025
Theme of the Year: “Keeping Humanity Alive”
By Dr. Dinesh Gupta Each year, World Red Cross Day stands as a solemn tribute to the vision of Henry Dunant—the founding father of the Red Cross Movement—and the countless humanitarian workers who embody his ideals on the front lines of suffering. It is a day to reaffirm our collective duty to uphold the values of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, and voluntary service, values that have guided the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement for over a century. But in Jammu & Kashmir, this occasion demands more than commemoration—it demands introspection, reform, and urgent action. A Global Humanitarian Giant, A Local Crisis of Function Across the globe, the R...

Time to End Pakistan-Sponsored Terrorism in Kashmir: A Call for Unity and Action
By Farooq Ganderbali The recent brutal attack on innocent tourists in Pahalgam marks a turning point in the collective conscience of Jammu and Kashmir. For the first time, villages across the Valley have risen in protest—not against the government, but against the true enemy: Pakistan-sponsored terrorism and radical extremism. The unified voice of the people sends a clear message—enough is enough. Kashmir's economy thrives on tourism, an industry that relies fundamentally on peace. Without safety and security, there can be no tourism, no livelihood, no progress. The lifeline of the region has been held hostage for decades by militant groups acting at the behest of Pakistan. I...

 Jammu News
National Sports Policy 2025 approved by the Union Cabinet is a welcome development: GL Raina
Jammu,July 01 (Scoop News)-Union Cabinet in a meeting held under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi approved the National Sports Policy (NSP) 2025. The aim of the NSP 2025 is to reshape the country's sporting landscape and empower people with sports and supersedes the existing National Sports Policy of 2001. NSP2025 envisions a roadmap to establish India as a global sporting powerhouse and a strong contender for excellence at international sporting events, including the 2036 Olympic Games. Girdhari Lal Raina, former MLC and spokesperson of the BJP JK-UT welcomed the approval of NSP 2025. He termed it as a landmark policy decision that has the signature of Narendra M...

BJP protests against compulsory Urdu for Naib Tehsildar Posts
terms it a continuation of Omar Abdullah’s biased legacy
Jammu, June 30 (Scoop News)-Senior leaders and party cadre of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu & Kashmir, held a strong protest demonstration at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Chowk (Panama Chowk), Jammu, expressing deep resentment over the recent decision to make Urdu language compulsory for the newly advertised Naib Tehsildar posts. The protest saw widespread participation from six organizational districts of BJP, namely Jammu, Jammu South, Jammu North, Jammu Border, Akhnoor, and Kashmir Displaced. The BJP charged the government with regional and linguistic discrimination, warning that such moves were reminiscent of the Omar Abdullah-led National Conference (NC) government’s biased and Ka...

NC exposes failure of LG Admin in utilisation of development funds: Rattan Lal
Jammu, June 30 (Scoop News)- Advocate Rattan Lal Gupta, Provincial President of Jammu and Kashmir National Conference, has raised serious concern over the failure of the LG administration in utilising funds meant for the development as well as the construction of underground bunkers in border areas, as revealed through a recent RTI. He shocked over utilization of only 53% of the central funds allocated over the past five years have been spent under the LG led administration, which is a matter of serious concern considering the grave threat to civilians during frequent cross-border shelling incidents. In a press release issued here today, the senior NC leader said the negligence ...

Directorate of Economics & Statistics, Jammu celebrates 19th National Statistics Day
Jammu, June 29 (Scoop News)-The Directorate of Economics & Statistics, Jammu, under the guidance of Director General Economics & Statistics, J&K, Satvir Kour Sudan commemorated the 19th National Statistics Day today, aligning with the nationwide observance dedicated to the birth anniversary of Professor Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis, the pioneer of modern statistics in India. The theme for 2025 is “Celebrating 75 Years of National Sample Survey” marking the significant contribution of the National Sample Survey in providing reliable and timely statistical data that supports evidence-based decision-making and governance in India. Ms. Ashu Gupta, Regional Director, Evaluation & Statistic...

Satish Sharma Visits base camp Bhagwati Nagar
Calls for coordinated efforts for successful Yatra
Jammu,June 29 (Scoop News)- Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA), Transport, Information Technology & Science and Technology and ARI & Trainings, Satish Sharma, today conducted a comprehensive visit to the Bhagwati Nagar Base Camp, Jammu, to oversee the arrangements for the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2025. During his visit, the Minister conducted a thorough inspection of the entire base camp infrastructure and facilities, including electricity , water supply , accommodation and health care facilities for the pilgrims. He inspected the four accommodation halls, ensuring that basic amenities such as clean drinking water, air conditioners and fans have been properly insta...

Satish Sharma flags off “Run for Peace and Innovation” at University of Jammu
Jammu, June 29 (Scoop News)-In a powerful demonstration of youth empowerment, innovation and communal harmony, the “Run for Peace and Innovation” was organised today at the University of Jammu by the Department of Tourism in collaboration with the Chamber of Commerce, India. Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Transport, Youth Services and Sports, Satish Sharma, flagged off the run in presence of senior officials, academicians, entrepreneurs and hundreds of enthusiastic students. The run brought together diverse participants from across the region including students, innovators, sportspersons, peace advocates, and professionals, all united in a common vision of pro...

Mission YUVA: Live streaming of launch ceremony held across Kathua
Kathua, June 28 (Scoop News)-The launch of Mission YUVA, an ambitious self-employment and entrepreneurship initiative of the Jammu and Kashmir Government, was live-streamed today from SKICC Srinagar at the Conference Hall of DC Office Complex Kathua in the presence of senior district officers, stakeholders, and beneficiaries. The live event was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner Kathua Surinder Mohan, Deputy Director Employment and Counselling Centre Harvinder Singh, Assistant Labour Commissioner Piyusha Khajuria, District Social Welfare Officer Varun Chaudhary, and other officers from stakeholder departments. A large number of registered beneficiaries and youth al...

DHSJ reviews seasonal disease preparedness across Jammu Division
Jammu, June 28 (Scoop News)- A video conference was held today by the Directorate of Health Services Jammu to assess the preparedness for water-borne diseases and snake bite management across Jammu Division. The meeting was chaired by Director Health Services Jammu Dr. Abdul Hamid Zargar and attended by Chief Medical Officers and Medical Superintendents from across the division. The meeting was initiated by State Surveillance Officer, IDSP Jammu Division, Dr. Harjeet Rai who stressed upon the timely reporting of cases on the IHIP IDSP portal, strengthening of surveillance activities and enhancement of diagnostic capacity at District Public Health Laboratories (DPHLs). Seasonal dise...

 
 Kashmir News
Raising day of Border 2nd Battalion Celebrated
Srinagar, July 01 (Scoop News)-The 7th Raising Day of the Border 2nd Battalion was commemorated with great enthusiasm and pride at the Unit Headquarters, Armed Police Complex Zewan. Junaid Mehmood, IPS, Dy. Insp. General, IRP Kashmir, was the chief guest on the occasion. Sh. Arif Amin Shah, SSP and Commandant of the battalion, in his address, highlighted the remarkable achievements of the unit, since its creation in 2018. The Commandant encouraged the personnel to maintain their commendable performance and urged them to lead by example. He emphasized the need to rejuvenate their efforts in upholding the dignity and excellence of the unit. While addressing the gathering, DIG, IRP, Sh...

JKSA dissolves current Body, announces elections to revamp organizational structure
Srinagar, July 01 (Scoop News)-The Jammu & Kashmir Students Association has officially dissolved its current body with immediate effect as part of a broader effort to restructure and revitalize its organizational framework. This decision comes ahead of internal elections scheduled for July 3, which aim to usher in a dynamic, inclusive leadership across various states and union territories. During this transitional phase, Munawar Mehraj and Mushtaq Habeeb will lead the interim body until the elections are held. They have been entrusted with overseeing day-to-day affairs and addressing the concerns of students across the country. Additionally, they will represent the Association in pub...

Ph.D. scholar from NIT Srinagar selected for Heidelberg Laureate Forum 2025
Srinagar, July 01 (Scoop News)-A Ph.D. scholar from the Department of Mathematics from National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar has been selected to participate in the 14th Heidelberg Laureate Forum (HLF), which will be held in Heidelberg, Germany, from September 13 to 22, 2025. Mr. Samir Ahmad Wagay is pursuing his doctoral research under the supervision of Dr. Rameez Raja, Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics. His selection for this prestigious forum places him among just 200 young researchers worldwide, chosen through a highly competitive process. The Heidelberg Laureate Forum is one of the most prestigious events in the fields of mathematics and computer sci...

Police arrests a person for using fake Yatra Card to bypass security barriers
Srinagar, July 01 (Scoop News)- In a significant move to uphold the sanctity and security of the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY-2025), J&K Police have apprehended an individual at Baltal for using a Fake Yatra Registration Card to deceitfully gain access through security checkpoints. The accused has been identified as Shivam Mittal son of Krishan Mittal resident of Dwarka Puri, Jagadhri, District Yamunanagar, Haryana. The individual had procured the forged Yatra Card through fraudulent means and attempted to mislead security personnel, thereby unlawfully bypassing the mandatory security verification process. Regarding the incident, a case vide FIR No.13/2025 has been register...

J&K ACB arrests DDC Member and his tout while demanding and accepting bribe of ₹50,000
Srinagar, July 01 (Scoop News)-Jammu and Kashmir Anti Corruption Bureau ACB received a written complaint, alleging therein that the complainant is running scholar boarding school along with swimming pool and Guest house at Check Dara, Harwan, Srinagar from long time ago and have been running it peacefully. Recently, an official inspection was conducted at the site, through which the complainant came to know that the inspection was arranged by the DDC Member namely Mohammad Shaban Chopan S/o Ghulam Qadir Chopan, R/o Dara Harwan, Srinagar. And There after the DDC Member, through his tout namely Ghulam Mohammad Khathana S/o Mukeem Khathana R/o Dara Harwan, Srinagar demanded a bribe of ₹5,...

DGP J&K Chairs Joint Security Review meeting ahead of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2025
Srinagar, July 01 (Scoop News)- Nalin Prabhat,IPS, Director General of Police, Jammu and Kashmir, chaired a high-level Joint Security Review meeting at Range Police Headquarters, Anantnag, to assess the overall security scenario in South Kashmir, with a special focus on the forthcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY)-2025. Following the meeting, the DGP, accompanied by Special DGP Coordination Shri SJM Gillani,IPS, IGP Security J&K Shri Sujit Kumar,IPS, DIGP SKR and other senior officers conducted an extensive field visit of key areas in and around Pahalgam along the Yatra route. DGP inspected the Base Yatra Camps at Nunwan and Chandanwari and conducted the security audit and reviewed d...

IUST celebrated National Statistics Day-2025
Awantipora, June 30 (Scoop News)-The Department of Mathematical Sciences, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), organized One-Day Workshop today to commemorate National Statistics Day 2025. The workshop aimed to highlight the critical role of Statistics and Data Science in diverse domains and to promote awareness of their interdisciplinary applications. The key feature of the program was an invited lecture by Prof. Shalab from Department of Statistics and Data Science, IIT Kanpur titled “Journey of Statistics to Data Science” who provided an in-depth exposition of the evolution of Statistics into modern Data Science, elaborating on their fundamental interconnections ...

G.A. Mir discussed various issues of public importance with the Ministers
Srinagar, June 30 (Scoop News)-Congress Legislature Party Leader & AICC General Secretary Ghulam Ahmad Mir on Monday met Minister for PHE, Irrigation & FC Javed Rana and had detailed discussions on various important issues concerning people in his constituency (Dooru). Mir also highlighted various irrigation related issues concerning people elsewhere in J&K, laying emphasis over attaching importance to these for their timely resolution, mentioning that people have high expectations from the Govt, which have to responded with timely resolution. Mir also met Minister for Health, Med Edu and social welfare Sakina Itoo in Civil Sectt Srinagar, and discussed required health infrastructur...

 
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Sat Sharma inaugurates “Strength Warrior” Gym, endorses youth fitness and entrepreneurship
Jammu, July 01 (Scoop News)-Sat Sharma, President, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu & Kashmir, inaugurated a modern fitness facility named "Strength Warrior" at Patoli Mangotrian in Jammu. The gym is an initiative by young entrepreneur Rajan Bhandari, who was present at the event along with his family. The inauguration ceremony was attended by several senior BJP leaders and local dignitaries including BJP Treasurer Prabhat Singh Jamwal, Mandal President Sahil Gupta, senior leader BJP Parduman Singh, District General Secretary Ravikant, former councillor Subhash Sharma, Surinder Bhagat, Kuldeep Magotra, Jaideep Sambyal, Advocate Anukool Bhagat and other prominent locals. Cong...

Police establish helpline for victims of terrorism in Awantipora
Srinagar, July 01 (Scoop News)-In a significant step toward providing timely support and assistance to victims of terrorism, Police have established a dedicated cell at the District Police Office Awantipora to facilitate the registration of grievances by families affected by terrorism within the jurisdiction of Police District Awantipora. Affected individuals can reach out on 01933-247702 on every Monday to Saturday between 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. J&K Police is fully committed to extending every possible support and will promptly share the collected information with the concerned authorities for appropriate action. ...

ACB reiterates its commitment to act against corruption
appeals to the general public to report any such instances through the dedicated helpline or by approaching the nearest ACB office
Srinagar, July 01 (Scoop News)-This is for the information of general public and in particular for the aggrieved aspirants of Fire and Emergency Services Department J&K. Based on complaint about irregularities in the recruitment process of Fireman and Fireman Drivers in 2020, the Anti Corruption Bureau J&K through P/S Central ACB J&K conducted verification into the matter where certain irregularities were found in the recruitment process and certain candidates were wrongly selected. Based on the findings of the verification, a formal case FIR No. 01/2025 was registered in P/S Central ACB J&K on 01/01/2025. There are several allegations which need in-depth investigation and is time consumi...

Jailed MP Er Rashid ends Hunger Strike in Tihar Jail
Srinagar, June 29 (Scoop News)-Awami Itihaad Party (AIP) Chief Spokesperson Inam Un Nabi on Sunday said that incarcerated Member of Parliament and AIP President Engineer Rashid has concluded his 24-hour symbolic hunger strike inside Tihar Jail. The peaceful protest, observed from 8:00 a.m. on June 28 to 8:00 a.m. on June 29, was aimed at highlighting the plight of political prisoners and drawing attention to the ongoing denial of justice and democratic rights in Jammu & Kashmir. Inam Un Nabi, while addressing the media, said: “We express our heartfelt gratitude to all members of civil society, human rights defenders, students and public-spirited individuals who stood in solidarit...

General Bikram Singh Hockey Club Baramulla Triumphs in Prestigious Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji 11th Valley Championship 2025
Srinagar, June 29 (Scoop News) – In a highly anticipated and thrilling finale, General Bikram Singh Hockey Club Baramulla has been crowned champions of the 11th annual Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji Valley Hockey Championship 2025. They secured a decisive 3-2 victory over Singhpora Sports Club, concluding a tournament that not only showcased the region's burgeoning hockey talent but also profoundly honored the legacy of the Sixth Guru Sahib of the sikhs. Organized by Hockey Jammu & Kashmir, the event captivated audiences and reinforced the sport's growing prominence. The Baramulla squad, de...

DA-JGUA: Buffer camp organized at PHC Wangath for tribal welfare & health outreach
Ganderbal, June 29 (Scoop News)-As part of the ongoing Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DA-JGUA), a dedicated Buffer camp was held today at PHC Wangath, Block Kangan, with a focused thrust on tribal health services and welfare saturation. The camp aimed to bring essential healthcare, social welfare schemes, and awareness initiatives directly to the doorstep of tribal communities, especially Gujjar and Bakarwal populations residing in the upper belts of Wangath and nearby hamlets. Medical teams provided free health check-ups, maternal and child care consultations, and screening for non-communicable diseases, while departments like Social Welfare, ICDS, Education, Rural Devel...

J&K embarks on mission to create Family IDs
CS consults stakeholders for making headway
Srinagar, June 28 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, today chaired a high-level meeting to lay the groundwork for creation of unique Family IDs for every household in Jammu & Kashmir. This pioneering initiative aims to streamline the delivery of public services, enhance beneficiary outreach and serve as a unified source of truth for planning and monitoring across government departments. The meeting, held at the Civil Secretariat, was attended by the Principal Secretary, Finance; MD/CEO, J&K Bank; Commissioner Secretary, FCS&CA; Commissioner Secretary, H&UDD; Secretary, Planning; Secretary, IT; Secretary, RDD; DG, Planning; DG, Codes; DG, Budget; CEO, JaKeGA; representative ...

JKSA thanks PM,EAM for Swift Evacuation of 1,300 Kashmiri Students from War-Torn Iran
Srinagar, June 28 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association on Saturday has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar, expressing heartfelt gratitude for the evacuation of over 1,300 Kashmiri students from conflict-hit Iran. In a letter addressed to the Prime Minister and the External Affairs Minister, the Association lauded the swift, coordinated, and compassionate efforts of the Government of India, describing the evacuation as “a deeply humanitarian act rooted in national duty and compassion.” The students, who were studying in various Iranian cities, such as Tehran, Shiraz, Isfahan, Qom, Gilan, Tabriz, Yazd, and Ahvaz fa...

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