Friday, July 3, 2026
 
 Top Stories of The Day
Panun Kashmir's Jantar Mantar protest has been preponed to Monday, 20 July 2026
Jammu,July 03 (Scoop News)- The decision has been taken in view of the commencement of the Monsoon Session of Parliament on Monday, 20 July 2026. As the National Conference protests for restoration of statehood, Panun Kashmir is protesting for justice, recognition of the genocide of Kashmiri Hindus, the enactment of the Genocide Bill and excavating seperate Homeland to the East and North of river Vitasta in Kashmir Valley for the victims and survivors of Genocide of Kashmiri pandits.They shall continue to demand accountability from the perpetrators and the constitutional recognition of the rights of the victims. Their struggle for justice and the protection of our civilizational identity remains unwavering. Also, Panun Kashmir unequivocally rejects the appeal by certain individuals to Prime Ministers of India and Pakistan for talks. Our lived experience since 1990, reinforced...
 
 
 Top Stories of the Day
Nation pays solemn tribute to Brigadier Mohammad Usman, the legendary "Lion of Nowshera"
Army Officers Pays Rich Tribute to Martyrs on Janghar Diwas in Nowshera
Jammu/Srinagar, July 03 (Scoop News)-The nation pays solemn tribute to Brigadier Mohammad Usman, the legendary "Lion of Nowshera" and recipient of the Maha Vir Chakra, on his martyrdom anniversary today. The Indian Army honors his supreme sacrifice during the 1947-48 war in Jammu and Kashmir, where his valor saved the strategic regions of Nowshera and Jhangar.Known for his inspiring leadership, strict discipline, and deep compassion for his troops, Brigadier Usman made the ultimate sacrifice on July 3, 1948, when he was struck by an enemy artillery shell just days before his 36th birthday. ...

Dignitaries arrive Iran for Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral
Tehran (Tasnim) –July 03 (Scoop News monitoring desk)- Iran’s top state officials, including the heads of the three branches of government and the chairman of the Expediency Council, paid their final respects to the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei during a farewell ceremony on Friday. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, and Judiciary Chief Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei, along with the chairman of the Expediency Council, attended the farewell ceremony on Friday and honored the sacred body of the martyred Lead...

CM Omar Abdullah reviews Shopian’s progress, dedicates ₹76 crore development package for district
Shopian, July 02 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired a comprehensive review meeting of District Shopian to assess the progress of developmental works, implementation of key government schemes and the overall delivery of public services, while reiterating his government’s commitment to ensuring balanced and equitable development across the district. During his visit, the Chief Minister dedicated development projects worth over ₹76 crore to the people of Shopian, laid the foundation of major infrastructure works and interacted with farmers, fruit growers and public delega...

Lieutenant Governor flags-off HDFC Parivartan’s Mobile Medical Care Unit Van
Jammu, July 02 (Scoop News)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today flagged off a Mobile Medical Care Unit van, supported by HDFC Bank Limited under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, 'HDFC Parivartan'. The Lieutenant Governor appreciated HDFC Bank Limited for this noble initiative, which is slated to operate in Jammu division for a period of 27 months. The programme, focusing on Ramban district, is designed to complement and strengthen the public health infrastructure of the region. Operating on a roster-based schedule, the Mobile Medical Care Unit will deliver...

 
 Ladakh News
Government Degree College Zanskar Organises Awareness Programme on Ban on Single-Use Plastics
Zanskar, July 03 (Scoop News)-Government Degree College Zanskar organised an awareness programme on the Ban on Single-Use Plastics under the guidance and supervision of the Principal, Dr. Amjad Ali Abassi, with the active participation of all the faculty members and students of the college. The programme was supported by the Block Development Officer (BDO), Rural Development Department, Zanskar, who contributed to the initiative by providing six dustbins for installation across the college campus. This support aims to strengthen waste management practices and promote a cleaner, greener, and plastic-free campus. The programme highlighted the importance of reducing plastic pollution...

Career Defence School Concludes Two-Day Career Seminar in Leh & Kargil
Opening Doors to IIT, NDA for UT Ladakh Students
Leh, July 03 (Scoop News)-A transformative two-day career seminar, aimed at guiding students from the Union Territory of Ladakh towards premier institutions such as the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and the National Defence Academy (NDA), concluded successfully on Friday. The event, held across two separate towns in Leh and Kargil, drew a large and enthusiastic turnout of students from across the UT. Organized by the Career Defence School, the seminar was spearheaded by founder and CEO Er. Vinay Rai, alongside Administrative Officer Er. Gagan Wadhwa. The program was coordinated by Khan Jahangeer, Amir Suhail ensuring the sessions resonated with the unique aspirations of Lad...

DIET Leh Hosts Interaction with Mr. Christopher Jolly
OBE, to Strengthen Literacy Education in Ladakh
Leh, Ladakh, July 03 (Scoop News)- The District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Leh, organised a special interaction programme with Mr. Christopher John Howard Jolly, OBE, Chairman of Jolly Learning Ltd. and the visionary pioneer behind the globally acclaimed Jolly Phonics programme. The programme was also graced by the presence of Ms. Shainaz Jussa, Delivery Partner of the Ladakh Jolly Phonics Project, and Ms. Joe, representative from Jolly Learning Ltd. The distinguished guests were accorded a warm welcome by the DIET fraternity and were felicitated with traditional Kha...

DC Kargil Chairs Meeting to Review Traffic Management
and Streamline Vehicular Movement in Kargil Town
Kargil, July 02 (Scoop News)-The Deputy Commissioner Kargil, Shri Rakesh Kumar, today chaired a meeting to review and streamline traffic management and vehicular movement within Kargil town with the objective of ensuring smooth traffic flow, maintaining cleanliness, enhancing urban management, and improving the overall appeal of the town for residents and tourists. The meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kargil Shri Shabbir Hussain, DySP Traffic, officers from Border Roads Organisation (BRO), ARTO officials, representatives of the Merchant Association, Truck Union members, police officials, and other concerned stakeholders. During the meeting, threadbare dis...

Two-Day Training Programme on Managing Contracts and Procurement Using GeM Concludes in Leh
Leh, July 02 (Scoop News)-: The two-day training programme on "Managing Contracts and Procurement Using the Government e-Marketplace (GeM)" concluded successfully today at Hotel Diskitsal, Leh. The programme was organised by the National Institute of Smart Government (NISG) in collaboration with the Information Technology Department, Union Territory of Ladakh. It brought together officers and officials from various government departments with the objective of enhancing their knowledge and skills in digital public procurement, contract management, and the effective use of the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) platform. The technical sessions on the second day were conducted by G. Chamu,...

DC Kargil Appreciates HDFC Bank for Providing Employment Opportunity to PwD Youth
Kargil, July 02 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner, Kargil, Shri Rakesh Kumar today appreciated HDFC Bank and the District Social and Tribal Welfare Department, Kargil, for facilitating an employment opportunity for Mr. Mukhtar Hussain, a person with disability (PwD) from Parkachik. The employment was made possible through the coordinated efforts of the District Social and Tribal Welfare Office, Kargil, reflecting its continued commitment towards promoting socio-economic empowerment and inclusive opportunities for persons with disabilities. Congratulating Mr. Mukhtar Hussain on this significant achievement, the Deputy Commissioner lauded his determination, dedication, and perseveran...

Drass Police Step Up Anti-Drug Measures with K-9 Deployment at Minamarg
Drass, July 02 (Scoop News)- In a determined move to curb and prevent the supply of narcotic substances into Ladakh, District Police Drass has deployed trained K-9 Sniffer Dogs at Police Post Minamarg. The highly trained sniffer dogs are capable of detecting the presence of narcotic substances concealed in vehicles, luggage and with individuals. The deployment is aimed at strengthening surveillance and ensuring effective enforcement against drug trafficking along the strategic route leading into Ladakh. District Police Drass remains committed to maintaining a drug-free society and will continue to adopt advanced measures to combat the menace of narcotics. The general public and c...

Deputy Commissioner Drass Chairs Preparatory Meeting for Sarhad Shauryathon - 2026
Drass, July 02 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner, District Drass, Imteeaz Kacho (JKAS) today chaired a high-level preparatory meeting in his Office Chamber to review and finalize arrangements for the Sarhad Shauryathon (2026) scheduled to be held on 5th July, 2026. The meeting was attended by the Superintendent of Police, Drass; Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Drass; Block Medical Officer, Drass; Major Vishnu Naidoo of 16 Grenadiers; Zonal Education Officer, Drass; Zonal Physical Education Officer, Drass; Inspector, RD & PR; Junior Engineers of R&B and PHE. The meeting was also attended by the Hon’ble Councillors of Bhimbat and Ranbirpora Constituencies of LAHDC-Kargil as well as Mr. Vasan...

 
 Debate
If you wish to be of use after death – then donate your body
Kalpana Pandey A few months ago, I decided to donate my body and went to KEM Hospital in Mumbai to complete the formal process. The purpose behind this decision was to help dispel superstitions, customs and misconceptions about death in society, to make my body useful for medical education and research after my death, to promote scientific, rational and humanist thought, and to increase scientific temper in society. I decided to donate my body out of the feeling that I should be of use to society even after death, and to inspire others towards body donation and organ donatio...

When is the Right Time to Liberate PoJK?
By Fatima Baloch The original princely state of Jammu and Kashmir, which included Gilgit-Baltistan, Muzaffarabad, Kotli, Bhimber, Rawalakot, and Sudhnoti, was divided between India and Pakistan in 1947–48. Today, the people of Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), mobilized by the Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC), are protesting for a combination of economic, political, and governance-related reasons, while Pakistan is allegedly suppressing these protests. Leaders of the ruling BJP (Bharatiya Janata Party), along with key Kashmiri political figures such as...

The Modern Baloch Nationalism and the Taliban:Comparative Paths to Sovereignty in South Asia
By Fatima Baloch The Baloch are an ancient Kurd-Arab-rooted nation who live on both sides of the borders under Pakistani and Iranian control, as well as in parts of southern Afghanistan where they are relatively well established. Historically, Balochistan was divided primarily due to British colonial interests in the late nineteenth century. This division created buffer zones between the British Indian Empire, Persia (Iran), and Afghanistan through the Goldsmid Line (1871–1896). When British India was partitioned in 1947, the Khanate of Kalat (Eastern Balochistan) declared its indep...

J&K’s statehood mirage
K N Pandita Facing discontent from ruling-party legislators and some valley-based MPs, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah employed a strategic off-site meeting to refocus internal unrest toward the Centre's delayed restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir. Transporting his lawmakers to the Dachhigam National Park for a marathon huddle, Abdullah successfully forged a unified resolution: all 42 legislators will stage a protest rally at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on the opening day of the Monsoon Session of the Indian Parliament to demand statehood and constitutional guarantees. The notable point is that the body of NC MLAs did not throw any hint of disowning the leadership of the...

Hajjnama I :Pilgrims Moved to Tears at First Sight of the Holy Kaaba
Asad Mirza from Jeddah/Makkah The 1447 AH/2026 Hajj season has started in Makkah and Madinah. However, most of the people don’t have a cluse about the massive scale of preparation and delivery managed by the various ministries of Saudi Arabia and municipalities of the regions, visited by the Hajj pilgrims, which take place. In this first part of the series of hajj 1447/2026, Asad Mirza provides an insider’s view of these preparations from Jeddah and Makkah. Moving scenes of faith are unfolding at the Grand Mosque in Makkah as pilgrims from diverse cultures and nationalities catch...

Trump-Xi Beijing Summit Signals a Fragile Reset in US-China Relations
Asad Mirza US President Donald Trump’s high-stakes visit to Beijing for talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping has triggered global attention amid worsening geopolitical rivalries, trade tensions and security concerns. While both leaders projected optimism and called for a “new vision” in bilateral ties, deep strategic mistrust remains over Taiwan, technology, military competition and the future balance of global power. In one of the most closely watched diplomatic events of the year, US President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing this week for extensive talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, marking the first major bilateral summit between the two powers since Trump returned...

Iran’s Grip on the Strait of Hormuz Will Be Difficult to Break
Asad Mirza The ongoing confrontation between Iran and the United States has brought renewed global attention to the Strait of Hormuz—a narrow maritime chokepoint vital to global energy flows. Despite superior Western military power, Iran’s ability to disrupt, control, and condition access to this corridor underscores a complex strategic reality that resists quick resolution. A large banne r displayed prominently in Tehran’s Enqelab Square, declaring that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed and the Persian Gulf constitutes Iran’s “hunting ground,” encapsulates the strategic posture adopted by Tehran in the current conflict. This symbolism is not merely rhetorical; it...

Remembering Sarwanand Kaul Premi: A Poet, Patriot, and Martyr of Kashmir on His 36th Martyrdom Anniversary
By Rohit Tikoo Hazaron saal nargis apni be-noori pe roti hai, Badi mushkil se hota hai chaman mein didavar paida. (For a thousand years, the narcissus weeps its own blindness; with great difficulty, a man of true vision is born into the garden.) — Mirza Ghalib Sarwanand Kaul Premi was one such rare visionary. Thirty-six years ago, terrorism cruelly took him and his son, Virender Kaul, from us. Their lives were extinguished not just for being taken, but for their unwavering convictions, their refusal to abandon their homeland, and their choice of dignity over fear. Sarwanan...

 Jammu News
BJP celebrates Sant Kabir Jayanti, reiterates commitment to equality and social justice
Jammu, July 03 (Scoop News)-SC Morcha J&K BJP, led by its President Dharminder Kumar, celebrated the 628th birth anniversary of revered Sant Kabir Das with devotion and enthusiasm at the party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu. J&K BJP President and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) Sat Sharma was the chief guest on the occasion. He was joined by BJP Vice-President Rakesh Mahajan, Yuva Morcha President Arun Prabhat, Spokesperson Dr. Haridutt Shishu, Morcha Seh Prabhari Jagdish Bhagat, former MLA Kuldeep Raj, Former DDC vice chairperson Sangeeta Bhagat, former DDCs Balbir Lal, & Vidya Motan, Karan Attri, Rajkumar Bhagat, Seema Devi, Manohar Lal Bhagat, RL Kaith, Lokesh Bhagat, Ra...

Ashok Koul reviews preparations for Dr. Shyama Prasad Mookherjee Pakhwada
National President Nitin Nabin's Jammu visit
Jammu, July 03 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul addressed a meeting organized by BJP District Jammu North at Majestic Grand, Jammu, to review the organizational preparations for the ongoing Dr. Shyama Prasad Mookherjee Pakhwara and the forthcoming visit of BJP National President Nitin Nabin to Jammu. The meeting was attended by BJP J&K Vice President Bharat Bhushan, General Secretaries Baldev Singh Billawaria and Gopal Mahajan, District Prabhari Ayodhya Gupta, District President Nand Kishore Sharma, MLA Jammu North Sham Lal Sharma, MLA Marh Surinder Bhagat, along with senior office bearers, Mandal Presidents, Morcha representatives, and prominent party...

Ravinder Sharma pays tributes to Brig Usman on his martyrdom day
Sunderbani,July 03 (Scoop News)-Ravinder Sharma Former MLC and Chief Spokesperson JKPCC paid rich tributes to Brig Mohammed Usman, who was martyred on this day in 1948, at Jhangar, Nowshera. Known as a " Loin of Nowshera ", Brig Usman bravely fought to retrieve the Indian territory from the illegal occupation of Pakistan raiders. He set a great example of patriotism and loyalty towards his nation, as he had turned down the offer of Mr Jinnah to head the Pakistan Army. He fought till his last breadth and his last words were," I am dying but let not the territory we are fighting ,fall to enemy. He was a true son of Bharat, said Mr Sharma ,recalling his own real uncle Hav Dep...

NC Alleges BJP Using Misinformation to Shift Focus from Unfulfilled Commitments on statehood
Jammu, July 03 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Provincial President, Jammu, Ratan Lal Gupta on Thursday said that the Bharatiya Janata Party's sustained smear campaign against the Omar Abdullah-led elected government is an attempt to divert public attention from its own failures and broken promises in Jammu and Kashmir. Interacting with the newly nominated women office bearers of District Jammu Urban at Sher-e-Kashmir Bhawan Jammu, Organized by Mrs Bimla Luthra former MLA and State Vice President Women Wing. Gupta said the BJP has lost the trust of the people of Jammu by failing to fulfil the aspirations on the basis of which it sought their mandate. He said...

Sham Lal Sharma Lays Foundation Stone for ₹5 Crore Development Works Under SASCI Scheme
in Lower Roop Nagar Wards 65, 66 & 67
Jammu,July 03 (Scoop News)- Giving a major boost to infrastructure development in Jammu North Assembly Constituency, MLA Jammu North Sham Lal Sharma today laid the foundation stone for development works worth approximately ₹5 crore under the SASCI Scheme in Lower Roop Nagar, covering Wards Nos. 65, 66 and 67 of Muthi-Paloura Mandal. The projects comprise the construction and restoration of lanes, drains and other essential civic infrastructure aimed at improving road connectivity, strengthening the storm-water drainage network and expanding modern civic amenities. These works are expected to substantially improve the quality of urban infrastructure and enhance the day-to-day lives of r...

Sat, Sunil, Ashok stress digital learning, Pakhwara,
highlight NC govt's failures in review meeting
Jammu, July 02 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP President and MP (Rajya Sabha) Sat Sharma, accompanied by Leader of the Opposition Sunil Sharma and BJP J&K General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, chaired an organizational review meeting at the party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu. BJP J&K Vice President Rajiv Charak, General Secretaries Sanjita Dogra, Baldev Singh Billawaria and Gopal Mahajan, along with senior functionaries of party, participated in the meeting. The meeting witnessed an elaborate review of the party's ongoing programmes, particularly the Dr. Shyama Prasad Mookherjee Pakhwara, preparations for the forthcoming visit of the Bharatiya Janata Party National President to Jamm...

Completion of 810m long Viaduct near Ramsoo and 3.5-km AT-03 Tunnel connecting Digdole to Panthyal on NH-44
Jammu, July 01 (Scoop News)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha expressed gratitude to Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Hon’ble Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways Shri Nitin Gadkari for completion of 810m long Viaduct near Ramsoo in Ramban district and 3.5-km AT-03 Tunnel connecting Digdole to Panthyal on National Highway-44. “Heartfelt gratitude to Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji and Hon'ble Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari Ji for transforming J&K’s highways and road connectivity. The completion of 810m long Viaduct near Ramsoo in Ramban district and 3.5-km AT-03 Tunnel connecting Digdole to Panthyal on NH-44 is yet ...

Bhalla welcomes first batch of Shri Amarnath pilgrims
visits Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas, interacts with devotees
Jammu, July 01 (Scoop News)-On the eve of the commencement of the annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee Working President and former Minister Raman Bhalla on Wednesday visited the Yatri Niwas at Bhagwati Nagar, the base camp for the annual pilgrimage, where he interacted with devotees forming part of the first batch of pilgrims scheduled to leave for the holy cave shrine on Thursday. Welcoming the pilgrims to the City of Temples, Bhalla extended his heartfelt greetings and wished them a safe, peaceful, and spiritually enriching pilgrimage to the Holy Cave Shrine of Baba Barfani. During his interaction, he enquired about the arrangements made for...

 
 Kashmir News
Education Without Values Is Incomplete; Schools Must Nurture Responsible Citizens
Preserve Bandipora's Proud Educational Legacy": Dr. G.N. Var PSA Chief Patron
Bandipora,July 03 (Scoop News)-The District Election of the Private Schools' Association (PSA), Bandipora, was conducted successfully at the Town Hall, Municipal Council Bandipora, in a peaceful, transparent and highly democratic atmosphere, reaffirming the Association's long-standing commitment to institutional democracy, accountability and collective leadership. The election witnessed an overwhelming participation of school leaders representing all five educational zones of District Bandipora, with Zonal Presidents, representatives and a large majority of member schools actively exercising their democratic right to elect a new district body. The entire electoral process was con...

IUST Drives Drug-Free India Campaign with Awareness Concert
Awantipora,July 03 (Scoop News)-The Cultural Committee under the aegis of the Dean of Students, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), in collaboration with the Office of the Provosts (Girls and Boys) and the Proctor Office, organised a vibrant Musical Concert under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA) at the Nundreshi Auditorium. The programme was presided over by the Registrar, Prof Shamim Ahmad Shah, as the Chief Guest, who appreciated the Dean of Students, Coordinator, Cultural Affairs and collaborators for undertaking programmes that created awareness through cultural engagement. He urged students to become ambassadors of the positive mindset and this movement and c...

Director NIT Srinagar inaugurates All India Inter-NIT Faculty & Staff Cricket Tournament (Men) 2026
24 teams from across India to compete at eight venues in Srinagar
Srinagar, July 03 (Scoop News)-The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar on Friday hosted the grand inaugural ceremony of the All-India Inter-NIT Faculty & Staff Cricket Tournament (Men) 2026, marking the beginning of a major national sporting event bringing together 24 teams from NITs across India. The tournament is being hosted by NIT Srinagar for 1st time and is scheduled from July 4 to July 8, 2026 to promote sportsmanship, teamwork, wellness, and inter-institutional camaraderie among faculty and staff members of India’s premier technical institutes. The matches will be ...

IUST conducts academic outreach program at Magam
Srinagar, July 02 (Scoop News)-The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) organised an academic outreach programme in Magam, as part of its continued efforts to engage with students and promote awareness about higher education opportunities. The programme was held under the University's extensive Academic Outreach Programme, through which the Core Outreach Admission Teams (COATs) are reaching out to educational institutions across all districts of Kashmir, with a special focus on remote and underserved areas. The programme at GDC Magam was coordinated by Dr. Rabia Noor, Head, Department of Journalism and Mass Communication. The visiting team comprised of faculty representa...

DGP J&K Visits Nunwan frisking point, Reviews security
and facilitation arrangements for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra
Srinagar, July 02 (Scoop News)-Director General of Police, Jammu & Kashmir, Shri Nalin Prabhat-IPS, today visited the Nunwan Frisking Point at Pahalgam to review the security and facilitation arrangements put in place for the smooth and safe conduct of the ongoing Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra. During the visit, the DGP conducted a comprehensive inspection of the frisking point and took stock of the security measures, access control mechanisms, deployment of personnel, and the overall arrangements made for the convenience and safety of the pilgrims. He interacted with officers and personnel dep...

First batch of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026 pilgrims receives warm welcome at Baltal Base Camp
Baltal Base Camp, July 02 (Scoop News)- The first batch of pilgrims undertaking the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026 arrived today at the Baltal Base Camp, marking the beginning of this year's annual pilgrimage through the Baltal route. The pilgrims were accorded a warm welcome jointly by Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore, Deputy Inspector General of Police (Armed) Kashmir, Maqsood-ul-Zaman, Senior Superintendent of Police Ganderbal, Sudhanshu Dhama, along with Additional Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal, Chief Executive Officer, Sonamarg Development Authority, Camp Director, Balta...

JKAACL hosts inspiring ‘Meet the Eminent Writer’ Programme
with renowned Kashmiri Writer G.R. Hasrat Gadda
Srinagar, July 02 (Scoop News)- Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL) today organized an enriching literary interaction under its flagship "Meet the Eminent Writer" series, featuring eminent Kashmiri writer and literary personality G.R. Hasrat Gadda at the Conference Hall of Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Kothi Bagh, Srinagar. The programme brought together an impressive gathering of eminent writers, scholars, academicians, students, literary enthusiasts and members of civil society, reflecting the growing interest in literary and cultural pursuits ac...

First batch of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026 pilgrims arrives at Base Camp Nunwan
Base Camp Nunwan, July 02 (Scoop News)- Amid deep spiritual fervor, the first batch of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026 pilgrims travelling through Pahalgam Axis today arrived at Base Camp Nunwan, Pahalgam. The Yatris were warmly welcomed by Deputy Commissioner, Anantnag (Yatra Officer), Dr. Bilal Mohiuddin Bhat, Sr. Superintendent of Police, Amod Ashok Nagpure, Camp Director, Atul Kumar, senior officers from civil and police administration and representatives of various socio-religious organisations. Interacting with the devotees, the DC and other officers wished them a smooth and blissfu...

 
 Other Stories
Police Intensify Anti-Drug Campaign; Awareness Drives, Medical Shop Inspections
Srinagar, July 03 (Scoop News)-J&K Police have intensified their anti-drug campaign under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan, carrying out a series of coordinated enforcement, awareness, and preventive measures in Handwara, Pulwama and Sopore to combat the drug menace and promote a drug-free society. In Handwara, Police organised a drug awareness programme at Government High School Nowgam, falling under the jurisdiction of Police Station Qalamabad, where students were educated about the harmful effects of substance abuse and encouraged to adopt healthy lifestyles while contributing positively to society. As part of enforcement measures, Police also conducted inspections ...

First Batch of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra Pilgrims Warmly Welcomed at Nayug Tunnel, Qazigund
, Srinagar, July 02 (Scoop News)-The first batch of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY-2026) pilgrims received a warm and heartily welcome at the Nayug Tunnel Qazigund, Kulgam. The reception was led by DIG SKR Anantnag Shri Javed Iqbal Mattoo-IPS, SSP Kulgam Shri Anayat Ali Chowdhary-IPS, along with other senior officers of district administration, Kulgam police and CAPF. The pilgrims expressed happiness and gratitude for the warm hospitality. A robust security grid has been established with the deployment of Police, Army, CRPF, and other security agencies across the Yatra route to ensure a safe, secure, and smooth conduct of SANJY-2026. ...

J&K Police extends grand welcome to Shri Amarnath Ji Yatris in Anantnag
Srinagar, July 02 (Scoop News)-With the commencement of the annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, Anantnag Police accorded a warm and heartfelt welcome to the pilgrims entering the district. On the occasion, SSP Anantnag Shri Amod Ashok Nagpure-IPS personally welcomed the yatris, interacted with them, and conveyed his best wishes for a safe, peaceful, and spiritually enriching pilgrimage. The SSP assured the devotees that elaborate security, traffic management, and public facilitation arrangements have been put in place by Anantnag Police in close coordination with the Civil Administration, CAPFs, Health Department, and other stakeholder agencies. Dedicated Helping Hand teams, assistance boot...

Pawan Sharma Welcomes Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026 Pilgrims
Extends Best Wishes for a Safe, Peaceful and Spiritually Fulfilling Pilgrimage
Jammu, July 02 (Scoop News)-BJP Jammu & Kashmir State Secretary Pawan Sharma today extended a warm welcome to devotees from across the country and abroad arriving for the sacred Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026, and conveyed his heartfelt wishes for a safe, peaceful, and spiritually enriching pilgrimage. In a statement issued here, Sharma said that the annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra is not merely a religious pilgrimage but a profound symbol of faith, devotion, national unity, and India's rich spiritual heritage. Every year, lakhs of devotees undertake the challenging journey to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva, demonstrating unwavering faith and dedication. Welcoming the pilgrims to Jammu...

PSA Delegation Meets J&K Legislative Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather
Speaker Appreciates Role Of Private Schools In Strengthening Education Sector
Srinagar, July 02 (Scoop News)- A delegation of the Private Schools' Association (PSA), led by its Director Media & Communications, Dr. Owais Mattoo today called on J&K Legislative Assembly Speaker, Advocate Abdul Rahim Rather, at his office. The meeting held in a cordial and constructive atmosphere to discuss key concerning issues of private schools, student welfare and the strengthening of the education sector. The delegation represented the Association under the leadership of its Chief Patron and NISA Joint Secretary, Dr. G.N. Var, President Bilal Ahmad Bhat and General Secretary (Organisation), Mohammad Syed Wani. The meeting focused on the challenges being faced by private educati...

CCIK Education Committee Chairman Showkat Chowdhary Strongly Condemns Misuse Of Child In Viral Video
Srinagar, July 02 (Scoop News)-The Education Committee of the Chamber of Commerce & Industry Kashmir (CCIK), led by its Chairman Showkat Chowdhary and Co-Chairman Dr. G.N. Var, on Thursday strongly condemned the circulation of a viral video involving a minor child over the issue of summer vacations, describing it as an unethical, irresponsible and deeply disturbing act that violates child rights, dignity and the sanctity of education. Addressing a press conference in Srinagar, the committee expressed serious concern over what it termed the growing misuse of children for publicity and political narratives through social media. The leaders urged authorities to conduct a thorough invest...

Your Dreams Won’t Be Betrayed”: Karra Leads ‘Chhatron Ki Goonj’ Outreach in Kashmir
Srinagar, July 02 (Scoop News)-Amid growing anxiety among students over alleged paper leaks, repeated examination disruptions and mounting academic pressure, Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee President Tariq Hameed Karra on Wednesday interacted with around 1,000 students, teachers and parents under the nationwide “Chhatron Ki Goonj” campaign launched by Rahul Gandhi. The programme, held in Srinagar, witnessed emotional interactions as students openly shared their experiences regarding repeated examination postponements, alleged irregularities, delayed recruitment processes, unemployment, increasing academic pressure and the emotional and financial burden these challenges have ...

Former MLA Ghulam Qadir Wani’s Grandson Suleman Wani from Ghat, Doda Joins PDP
Srinagar, July 01 (Scoop News)- In a significant political development in the Chenab region, Suleman Wani from Ghat, Doda, today joined the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the presence of Party President Mehbooba Mufti, former MLA and senior party leader Peer Mansoor Hussain Suharwardy. Suleman Wani is the grandson of former MLA Ghulam Qadir Wani and the great-grandson of late Khwaja Lassa Ju Wani, both of whom were among the most respected political figures of the Doda region. Ghulam Qadir Wani and family has represented the people of Doda in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly over multiple terms and earned immense respect for his accessible leadership, commitment to pub...

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