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| Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs calls on Lieutenant Governor | | 
Srinagar, June 23 (Scoop News)-The Parliamentary Standing Committee on External Affairs, led by its Chairman Dr. Shashi Tharoor called on Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha at Lok Bhavan, Srinagar, today.
The Committee is on a four-day study visit to the Union Territories of Jammu Kashmir and Ladakh.
During the interaction, Dr. Shashi Tharoor discussed the Committee's engagements and meetings held during the visit. He informed that the members had visited border areas in Jammu and the Regional Passport Office yesterday and, today they held detailed interactions with senior Army officials in Srinagar. The members of the Committee also shared their observations and experiences during the visit and discussed various issues.
The Lieutenant Governor, while interacting with the members of Parliamentary Standing Committee, spoke on the socio-economic transformation and developme... |
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| LG addressed "Seva Se Samriddhi- Panchayat-led Service Delivery” Regional Workshop organized | | by Union Ministry of Panchayati Raj and J&K Administration | 
Srinagar, June 23 (Scoop News)- The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today addressed “Seva Se Samriddhi- Panchayat-led Service Delivery” Regional Workshop organised by Union Ministry of Panchayati Raj and J&K Administration. The Lieutenant Governor highlighted historic transformations under Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and the inclusive development revolution that was driven by the 3-tier Panchayati Raj system.
“In 2020, we set out to build a J&K where government reaches the citizen’s doorstep. With a 'People First' approach, we revolutionized public service delivery.... |
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| | DGP J&K chairs security review meeting ahead of Shri Amarnathji Yatra at PCR Kashmir | | 
Srinagar, June 23 (Scoop News)-Director General of Police J&K Shri Nalin Prabhat-IPS convened a security review meeting in connection with the forthcoming Shri Amarnathji Yatra (SANJY-2026) at Police Control Room Kashmir. The meeting was attended by senior officers of Army, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), Intelligence Agencies, and J&K Police.
The meeting was attended GOC 16 Corps, GOC 15 Corps, GOC 9 Corps, Spl. DGP Coordination J&K, ADGP CID J&K, Addl. Director SIB J&K/L, Commissioner SB Jammu, ADG CRPF J&K, IGP POS PHQ J&K, IGP Kashmir zone, IGP Jammu Zone, IGP Security J&K, IGP ... |
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| | JK LG Felicitated Brilliant Students at Amar Ujala Medhavi Chhatra Samman Samaroh | | 
Srinagar, June 22 (Scoop News)- The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today felicitated brilliant students of class 10th and 12th during Amar Ujala Medhavi Chhatra Samman Samaroh in Srinagar today. He also honored the educators who have made immense contributions. Speaking on the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor emphasised on the change required in the classrooms to meet the future challenges.
“We are living in an era of constant change. AI and modern technologies are reshaping our classrooms. It’s an opportunity for students and teachers to rise higher, think more deeply, and take ... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor pays obeisance at Mata Kheer Bhawani Temple on Jyeshtha Ashtami | | prays for peace, prosperity and well-being of all |  Ganderbal, June 22 (Scoop News)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today paid obeisance at the revered Mata Kheer Bhawani Temple at Tulmulla in Ganderbal on the auspicious occasion of Jyeshtha Ashtami and offered prayers for peace, prosperity and the well-being of the people of Jammu Kashmir.
The Lieutenant Governor extended his greetings to devotees and wished that the blessings of Mata Ragnya Devi continue to guide everyone towards harmony, progress and spiritual fulfilment.
Interacting with Kashmiri Pandit Community members, the Lieutenant Governor assured that the comprehensive a... |
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Ladakh News |
| Department of Tourism Facilitates First-Ever IMF Liaison Officer Training Programme in Ladakh | | |
Leh,June 23 (Scoop News)-In a significant step towards strengthening adventure tourism and mountaineering expertise in the region, the Department of Tourism, UT Ladakh, facilitated the first-ever Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF) Liaison Officer (LO) Training Programme in Ladakh. The four-day training programme was conducted from June 15 to 18, 2026, at the State Institute of Hotel Management (SIHM), Leh, for members of the Ladakh Mountain Guides Association (LMGA).
The programme marks a historic milestone as the first IMF Liaison Officer training course conducted in Ladakh and the first such programme organised outside New Delhi exclusively for participants from the region. A t... |
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| | MoS Nimuben Jayantibhai Bambhaniya Participates in Pratham Sindhu Kumbh 2026 at Leh | | 
Leh, June 23 (Scoop News)-The 30th edition of the Sindhu Darshan Yatra and the inaugural Pratham Sindhu Kumbh 2026 commenced with great fervour and spiritual enthusiasm at the historic Sindhu Ghat in Leh on Tuesday. The five-day celebration, being organised by the Sindhu Darshan Yatra Samiti, will continue until June 27, bringing together devotees, spiritual leaders, dignitaries, and visitors from across the country.
The inaugural ceremony was attended by the Union Minister of State for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Smt. Nimuben Jayantibhai Bambhaniya, who joined thousa... |
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| | CEC Kargil Attends Grand Finale of Baltik Cricket League Kargil Vijay Diwas 2026-27 | | Pays Tribute to Kargil War Heroes | |
Kargil, June 22 (Scoop News)-Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, today attended the grand finale and prize distribution ceremony of the Baltik Cricket League Kargil Vijay Diwas 2026-27 held at the Baltik Cricket Stadium. The tournament was organized by the 21 Grenadiers Battalion under the aegis of the 192 Mountain Brigade with the objective of promoting sportsmanship, youth engagement, and national integration.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from local youth and cricket lovers from across the region. The week-long tournament, which commenced on June 15, 2026, featured competitive matches among teams from different areas and ... |
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| | International Day of Yoga Celebrated at AAM–PHC Sakti | | |
Leh,June 22 (Scoop News)-AAM–PHC Sakti observed and celebrated the International Day of Yoga on 21st June 2026 with great enthusiasm and active participation from all Health Care Workers (HCWs). The programme was organized as part of the nationwide Yoga Sangam initiative of the Ministry of Ayush.
Ms. Stanzin Angmo, HCW, served as the Yoga Instructor for the event and demonstrated the various yoga asanas and breathing exercises as per the Common Yoga Protocol. All HCWs of AAM–PHC Sakti actively participated in the session and practiced the yoga exercises under her guidance.
The programme highlighted the importance of yoga in promoting physical fitness, mental well-being, stress manag... |
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| | Training of Trainers Programme on Entrepreneurship Inaugurated at Leh | | |
Leh, June 22 (Scoop News)-A three-day Training of Trainers (ToT) Programme on Entrepreneurship under the Enterprising Ladakh Project was inaugurated today at the LAHDC Conference Room, Leh. The programme, being conducted from June 22 to 24, aims to develop a pool of professionally trained Entrepreneurship Trainers in Ladakh who can guide and mentor aspiring entrepreneurs across the Union Territory.
The programme is being implemented by the Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII), Ahmedabad, under the aegis of the Department of Higher Education, UT Ladakh.
The inaugural session was attended by Administrative Secretary, Higher Education, Technical Education & Skill De... |
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| | Delegation of Goba New Settlement Welfare Society Calls on Chief Secretary Ladakh | | 
Leh, June 22 (Scoop News)-A delegation of the Goba New Settlement Welfare Society, Leh, called on the Chief Secretary of UT Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, and expressed their gratitude for the support and guidance extended by him during the registration process of the society.
During the interaction, the members of the delegation appreciated the proactive approach and assistance provided by the UT Administration in facilitating the registration and addressing matters concerning the welfare of the settlement.
The delegation also conveyed its appreciation for the various developmental in... |
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| | MOS for Consumer Affairs Nimuben Jayantibhai Bambhaniya arrived in Leh | | 
Leh, June 22 (Scoop News)-Minister of State for Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Nimuben Jayantibhai Bambhaniya arrived in Leh today on an official visit to participate in the Sindhu Darshan Festival.
Upon her arrival at Kushok Bakula Rinpochee Airport, the Hon’ble Minister was accorded a warm welcome by senior officers of the Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs Department and the Food Corporation of India (FCI).
Among those present to receive the Hon’ble Minister were Director, FCS&CA, Tahir Hussain; Assistant Director, FCS&CA, Ruth Mary; General Manager, FCI J&K (Re... |
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| | Kargil Marks International Yoga Day 2026 with Mass Yoga Session at Biamathang | | |
Kargil, June 21 (Scoop News)- Along with the rest of the world, International Yoga Day 2026 was celebrated today at Khree Sultan Cho Sports Stadium, Biamathang, Kargil, with a refreshing yoga session and awareness programme on the benefits and practice of yoga.
This year’s event was centred around the theme “Yoga for Healthy Ageing,” highlighting the importance of yoga in maintaining physical, mental, and emotional well-being across all age groups.
Deputy Commissioner, Kargil, Rakesh Kumar; SSP Kargil, Nitin Yadav; ADDC, Ghulam Mohd; Nominated LAHDC Kargil Councillor, Riyaz Ahmad; along with other district officers, army officials, students, and hundreds of participants, joined th... |
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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... |
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| | 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... |
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| | 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... |
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| | 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... |
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| | 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... |
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| | 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... |
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| | 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... |
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| | 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... |
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| Jammu News |
| Dr. Shyama Prasad Mookerjee's sacrifice fully integrated J&K with India: BJP | | BJP pays tributes to Dr. Mookerjee on his Balidan Diwas across J&K | 
Jammu/Srinagar, June 23 (Scoop News)-Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leadership across Jammu & Kashmir paid rich tributes to Dr. Shyama Prasad Mookerjee, founder of the Bharatiya Jana Sangh, eminent nationalist thinker, and champion of India's unity and integrity, on his Balidan Diwas (Martyrdom Day).
BJP National General Secretary, Rajya Sabha MP, and J&K Prabhari Tarun Chugh, BJP J&K President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma CA, Dr. Shyama Prasad Mookerjee Research Foundation Chairman Dr. Anirban Ganguly, BJP J&K Vice Presidents Rajiv Charak, and Dr. Shehnaz Ganai, BJP J&K General Secretary... |
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| | Annual Bhandara held at Baba Budh Giri Ji Ashram Behramgala; DC joins devotees | | | Poonch, June 22 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner Poonch Ashok Kumar Sharma today visited the revered Baba Budh Giri Ji Ashram at Behramgala, Surankote, where he participated in the Annual Bhandara and performed Havan.
The Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by DIG Rajouri-Poonch Range Sandeep Wazir; SSP Shafket Hussain Bhat; SDM, Farooq Khan, Tehsildar Ashfaq Hussain and other district officers from police and administration.
The Deputy Commissioner interacted with members of the Ashram Committee and devotees. He congratulated the organizers for the successful conduct of the annual religious gathering. He appreciated their efforts in preserving the sanctity, traditions and spiritual s... |
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| | Kathua Administration intensifies SANJY preparations at Lakhanpur | | Kathua Administration intensifies SANJY preparations at Lakhanpur | |
Kathua, June 22 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma today visited Lakhanpur to review the preparedness and arrangements being made for the convenience of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra pilgrims.
During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner inspected the upcoming Yatri Facilitation Centre and reviewed the arrangements related to essential facilities, including safe drinking water supply, uninterrupted power availability, sanitation and toilet facilities, cleanliness measures and healthcare services. He also inspected the RFID and e-KYC counters being established at the centre for the facilitation of pilgrims.
The Deputy Commissioner was apprised that over 90% of the civil wor... |
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| | Sikh delegation meets Sat Sharma, seeks enhanced security for Hemkund Sahib pilgrims | | |
Jammu, June 22 (Scoop News)-A Sikh delegation led by S. Balvinder Singh Soodan, Convenor, BJP Refugee Cell, Jammu & Kashmir, met Sat Sharma, MP Rajya Sabha, and BJP President, JKUT, and submitted a memorandum addressed to the Union Home Minister Amit Shah, expressing serious concern over recent incidents involving members of the Sikh community in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Uttar Pradesh.
J&K BJP General Secretary Baldev Singh Billawaria, MLA Devyani Rana and other senior BJP leaders were also present on the occasion.
During the meeting, the delegation expressed concern over certain unfortunate incidents reported from different parts of the country, which have caused anxiet... |
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| | BJP Organizes Viksit Bharat Sankalp Sammelan in Kishtwar | | |
Kishtwar, June 22 (Scoop News)-As part of the nationwide campaign marking the successful completion of 12 years of the Narendra Modi-led Government at the Centre, the Bharatiya Janata Party organized a grand Viksit Bharat Sankalp Sammelan at Kishtwar. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from prominent citizens, intellectuals, social activists, professionals, and party workers from different sections of society.
The Sammelan was addressed by Pawan Sharma, State Secretary, BJP Jammu & Kashmir, along with Shagun Parihar, MLA Kishtwar, and Ravi Parihar, District President BJP Kishtwar.
Speaking on the occasion, Pawan Sharma highlighted the unprecedented achievements of t... |
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| | District administration clarifies facts on PMAY-G/AwaasPlus 2.0 cases in Poonch | | | Poonch, June 21 (Scoop News)- In response to concerns raised over the status of PMAY-G and AwaasPlus 2.0 cases in district Poonch, the correct facts are placed on record.
Under PMAY-G, 49,258 cases were sanctioned up to FY 2023-24 under the SECC and AwaasPlus categories. Subsequently, a survey was conducted under AwaasPlus 2.0 across the district to identify eligible households left out of previous surveys, during which 55,698 cases were surveyed; 8,961 under Self Survey and 46,737 under Assisted Survey.
Following the survey, a verification process was undertaken at various levels to ensure only genuinely eligible beneficiaries are considered under the scheme. Of these, 11,540 cases ... |
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| | JKAACL invites applications for Somnath Swabhiman Yatra-2026 | | |
Jammu/Srinagar, June 21 (Scoop News)-The Jammu & Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture & Languages (JKAACL), Department of Culture, Government of Jammu & Kashmir, in pursuance of directions conveyed by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, has invited applications from residents of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir for participation in the Somnath Swabhiman Yatra–2026. The six-day yatra is scheduled to commence from Jammu on June 29, 2026.
The pilgrimage, being organised for the first time in this format, aims to facilitate devotees from Jammu & Kashmir to undertake the journey to Somnath Temple. This year, the Government has earmarked 140 seats for yatris from the Union Terr... |
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| | International Day of Yoga celebrated across Jammu province | | 
Jammu, June 21 (Scoop News)-As part of the synchronised, Union Territory-wide observance of the 12th International Day of Yoga, the main district-level event was held today at Government College for Women (GCW), Gandhi Nagar, Jammu, under the theme "Yoga for Healthy Ageing". The district-wide events carried forward the message of holistic health, physical well-being and global harmony, drawing participation from officers, students and citizens across Jammu.
Jammu: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences Dr Jitendra Singh attended the mai... |
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Kashmir News |
| People repose faith in development-oriented politics: Ashok Koul | | Prominent personalities join BJP in Srinagar | 
Srinagar, June 23 (Scoop News)-Prominent personalities from different walks of life joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) at the party office, S1 Church Lane, Srinagar, in the presence of J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul.
The joining programme reflected the growing trust and confidence of people across various sections of society in the BJP’s vision of inclusive development, transparent governance, and public welfare. J&K BJP Co-Convenor, All Cells, Bilal Parray, was also present on the occasion.
Ashok Koul, welcoming the new members into the BJP family, said t... |
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| | Three-day Urs of Syed Soliha Khansahib (RA) concludes at Khansahib, Budgam | | |
Srinagar, June 23 (Scoop News)-The three-day annual Urs of Syed Soliha Khansahib (RA) concluded on Tuesday at Khansahib, Budgam, with thousands of devotees from different parts of Kashmir gathering to pay obeisance and offer special prayers at the revered shrine.
The annual religious congregation witnessed a massive participation of devotees, religious scholars, spiritual leaders, and followers who thronged the shrine over the three days. Devotees took part in spiritual gatherings, recitation of Darood-o-Azkar, religious sermons, and special supplications held during the Urs.
The shrine premises remained filled with devotion and reverence as people prayed for peace, prosperity, brot... |
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| | CMHW, IUST Organizes Poster Competition under Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan | | |
Awantipora,June 23 (Scoop News)- The Centre for Mental Health and Wellness (CMHW), Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), organized a Poster Competition on the theme "Say No to Drugs for a Better Tomorrow" under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA).
The programme was inaugurated by Prof. Shamim Ahmad Shah, Registrar, IUST, as the Chief Guest, while Dr. G. N. Itoo, Nodal Officer, Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan, IUST, attended as the Guest of Honour. Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Shah said that universities have a vital responsibility in nurturing not only academic excellence but also socially responsible and healthy citizens. He emphasized that sustained awareness an... |
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| | SSP Kulgam chairs security review meeting ahead of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026 | | 
Srinagar, June 23 (Scoop News)- In preparation for the smooth and secure conduct of the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026, a comprehensive security review meeting was held today at DPO Kulgam under the chairmanship of SSP Kulgam Shri Anayat Ali Chowdhary-IPS.
The meeting was attended by CO 18th BN CRPF (nodal officer), CO 46 BN CRPF, CO 163 BN CRPF, Nodal officer BSF, Addl. SP Kulgam, Addl. NHW Qazigund, all adhoc CO,s of BSF deployed in Kulgam, DySP HQRS Kulgam, SDPO Qazigund, DySP PC Kulgam and DySP PC Mirbazar.
During the meeting, a detailed review of the security arrangements and depl... |
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| | Sat Sharma, Ashok Koul Visit Mata Kheer Bhawani Shrine at Tulmulla | | Offer Prayers for Peace and Prosperity | |
Ganderbal,June 22 (Scoop News)-Member of Parliament Sat Sharma (CA), BJP J&K President, along with BJP General Secretary (Organisation) Ashok Koul, visited the revered Mata Kheer Bhawani Shrine at Tulmulla in Ganderbal on the occasion of the annual Kheer Bhawani Mela.
The BJP leaders paid obeisance at the holy shrine and offered prayers for lasting peace, communal harmony, prosperity, and the well-being of the people of Jammu & Kashmir and the nation.
Interacting with devotees, Sat Sharma extended his greetings to the Kashmiri Pandit community and all pilgrims participating in the annual mela. He highlighted the spiritual and cultural significance of the Kheer Bhawani Mela, describi... |
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| | NIT Srinagar hosts seminar on challenges, future of India’s power sector under ABC initiative | | We are shaping future engineers to tackle sustainability and energy challenges: Director | | Srinagar, June 22 (Scoop News)-Under the Alumni Back to Classroom (ABC) initiative, Dean Alumni and International Affairs, National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, on Monday, organized a seminar titled “The Power Sector in India: Addressing Emerging Challenges in the Power Sector, Sustainable Energy Development, Loss Minimization, Workforce Adequacy with Special Reference to the J&K System.
The event was held at Hi-Tech 5 and brought together alumni, faculty members, engineers, and students for an in-depth discussion on India’s evolving power sector and the specific challenges faced by Jammu and Kashmir. The event was presided over by Mrs. Rao, Former Professor of Delhi Univers... |
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| | Students from Crescent Public School, G.D. Goenka | | Green Valley, and Kashmir Harvard also attended the seminar | |
Srinagar, June 22 (Scoop News)-Shri Nalin Prabhat, Director General of Police, Jammu & Kashmir, today chaired a comprehensive Security Review Meeting (SRM) to assess counter-insurgency measures and security arrangements for the forthcoming Shri Amarnathji Yatra 2026 (SANJY-2026).
The meeting was attended by senior officers of all formations deployed in South Kashmir, including Victor Force, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Border Security Force (BSF), and Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP). All Senior Superintendents of Police (SSPs) of the concerned districts made detailed presentations covering the prevailing security scenario, counter-insurgency operational measures, and the mu... |
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| | Mock Drill Conducted on SANJY Route by Police in Awantipora along with Security Forces | | |
Srinagar, June 22 (Scoop News)-As part of the security preparations for the forthcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY)-2026, a joint mock drill was conducted on the designated Yatra route by police in Awantipora alongwith 50 RR, and 185 Battalion CRPF to assess operational preparedness and emergency response capabilities.
The exercise involved the simulation of various contingency scenarios and was aimed at testing coordination, communication, and response mechanisms among the participating forces. Senior officers supervised the drill and reviewed the preparedness of the deployed personnel.
The joint exercise reaffirmed the commitment of all security agencies to ensure a safe, secur... |
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| G.L Raina expresses Serious Concern Over Withdrawal of Security from Mata Bhadrakali Asthapan Shrine | | |
Srinagar, June 23 (Scoop News)-Former MLC, BJP Spokesperson, and Trustee of Mata Bhadrakali Asthapan Trust, Shri Girdhari Lal Raina, has expressed deep concern over the reported withdrawal of security from the revered and highly sensitive shrine of Mata Bhadrakali Asthapan, located in the dense forests of Bhadrakali, Wadipora, Handwara in Kupwara district.
In communications addressed to the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu & Kashmir, Manoj Sinha, and the Director General of Police, Nalin Prabhat, Shri Raina urged the administration to immediately review the situation and ensure adequate security arrangements for the shrine and its devotees.
He stated that Mata Bhadrakali Asthapan is an ... |
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| | Babarr amongst Nita Ambani’s top Contemporary Indian Craft-Based Artist | | 
Mumbai, June 23 (Scoop News)- Babarr Afzall, one of the most influential voices shaping the future of Pashmina globally, has been recognized by Nita Ambani’s Swadesh, amongst the top contemporary Indian craft-based artist.
A former Silicon Valley technologist, ethical hacker, and consultant with McKinsey & Company, Afzall made an extraordinary life transition over a decade ago, leaving the world of technology and global consulting to work alongside shepherds, artisans, and nomadic communities across Jammu, Kashmir, and Ladakh. Today, his artistic practice sits at the intersection of cont... |
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| | Jammu Witnessing Major Development Push Under Omar Abdullah-Led Government: Rattan Lal | | | Jammu,June 22 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Provincial President, Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta, on Sunday said that far-flung areas of Jammu are witnessing unprecedented development and enhanced government outreach under the elected government led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah.
He said the administration is ensuring that the benefits of welfare and development schemes are reaching even the remotest regions, reflecting a strong commitment towards inclusive growth and equitable development across Jammu and Kashmir.
Gupta made these remarks while addressing a public meeting at Khoon in Majalta Tehsil of Udhampur district. The meeting was chaired by Distric... |
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| | CUKashmir holds social service camp for devotees at Mela Kheer Bhawani | | |
Ganderbal, June 22 (Scoop News)-Dean Students Welfare (DSW) in association with the National Service Scheme (NSS), Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) organised a social service camp for the devotees attending the Mela Kheer Bhawani here on Monday.
Scores of devotees including men, women and children, who had come from different corners of the Valley and other parts of the country, visited the camp and consumed the refreshments served by the volunteers, faculty members, DSW and NSS staff. The devotees expressed gratitude to the CUKashmir staffers for serving the refreshments during the day-long Mela. The camp was led by Dean Students Welfare, Dr. Jehirul Islam.
In his message,... |
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| | IUST to Host First HR Conclave | | Industry Leaders, HR Professionals and Academia to Deliberate on Workforce Readines | |
Awantipora, June 22 (Scoop News)-The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), is set to organize the University's first HR Conclave on Wednesday, June 24. The Conclave is being organized by the Centre for Career Counselling and Placements (CCCP) and Industry Connect under the aegis of the Dean Outreach. The conclave aims to strengthen the interface between academia and industry while fostering meaningful dialogue on emerging workforce requirements, employability, and the future of skills.
The conclave is being organized around the theme "Youth, Skills and Employment Summit 2026: Bridging Academia and Industry for Sustainable Careers." It will bring together human resource... |
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| | Sonamarg Hoteliers Association President Farooq Hafiz Extends Greetings On Mela Kheer Bhawani | | Prays For Peace, Prosperity And Harmony in J&K | |
Srinagar, June 22 (Scoop News)-The Sonamarg Hoteliers Association President and Chairman & Managing Director of Snow Land Group of Hotels, Farooq Hafiz, has extended his warm greetings and best wishes to the Kashmiri Pandit community and devotees on the sacred occasion of Mela Kheer Bhawani.
In his message, Farooq Hafiz conveyed his heartfelt wishes of the revered festival and prayed for peace, prosperity, happiness and well-being for all the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
He said that Mela Kheer Bhawani is not only a significant religious occasion but also a symbol of Kashmir's centuries-old traditions of communal harmony, mutual respect and coexistence. He expressed hope that the ... |
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| | Satish Sharma attends Yoga Day celebrations | | calls ‘Yoga’ a path to healthy, balanced, progressive society | |
Srinagar, June 21 (Scoop News)-Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Transport, Information Technology, Science & Technology and Youth Services & Sports, Satish Sharma, today participated in the International Yoga Day celebrations, joining hundreds of yoga enthusiasts, students, officials and citizens in observing the global event dedicated to health, wellness and harmony.
The Minister actively participated in the yoga session and extended greetings to the people on the occasion, emphasizing that yoga is an invaluable gift of India's ancient heritage that promotes physical fitness, mental well-being and spiritual harmony.
Addressing the gathering, Satish Sharma said ... |
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| | Police conducts intensified security measures ahead of Mela Kheer Bhawani & SANJY-2026 in Ganderbal | | | Srinagar, June 21 (Scoop News)-Ahead of Mela Kheer Bhawani & forthcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY)-2026, Police in Ganderbal have intensified security arrangements across the district to ensure a safe and smooth pilgrimage experience for the devotees.
Ahead of the Mela Kheer Bhawani-2026, Police conducted area domination exercises in and around Kheer Bhawani Temple, Tulmulla, as part of the security preparedness for the upcoming religious congregation. The exercise aimed at maintaining a secure environment for devotees, locals and visitors attending the annual Mela.
As part of the comprehensive security preparedness, highway checking and surveillance measures have also been stren... |
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