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Top Stories of The Day |
| CS Dulloo reviews multi-pronged traffic management plan for Jammu, Srinagar | | |
Srinagar, October 16 (Scoop News)- Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a meeting of the Multi-Disciplinary Committee (MDC) on Traffic Management to review the implementation of a comprehensive action plan aimed at easing traffic congestion, improving urban mobility and strengthening road safety in the twin cities of Jammu and Srinagar.
The meeting reviewed the Action Taken Report on the recommendations of the Supreme Court Committee on Road Safety (SCCoRS), besides assessing the progress of various inter-departmental interventions relating to traffic regulation, parking management, public transport, road infrastructure, enforcement and assistance to road accident victims here.
The meeting was attended by Additional Chief Secretary, Home; Additional Chief Secretary, Public Works Department; Commissioner Secretary, Housing and Urban Development Department; Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir/Jammu; Commissioner Secretary, Transport; Secretary, Tourism; Inspector General of Police, Traffic; Deputy Inspector General, Traffic, Jammu/Kashmir; Commissioner, Jammu/Srinagar Muni... |
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| Journalists body expresses concern over declining journalistic ethics | | calls for action against alleged blackmail in the name of journalism | 
Jammu,October 16 (Scoop News)-Ashwani Kumar, former President of the Press Club of Jammu and President of the Jammu and Kashmir Accredited Journalists Association( JAKAJA), has expressed serious concern over what he described as the declining standards of journalistic ethics in sections of the mainstream media and on social media platforms.
Referring to recent observations attributed to a former Chairman of the Press Council of India regarding the erosion of journalistic values in the country, Kumar said that the issue deserved urgent attention from media organisations, journalists' bodi... |
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| | CM Omar Abdullah inaugurates projects, lays foundation stones worth ₹58.26 crore in Ganderbal | | Reviews Ring Road, Sindh River Front and Town Hall projects; interacts with fruit growers at Zazuna Mandi |  Ganderbal, October 15 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today reviewed the overall development scenario in Ganderbal district, inaugurated five completed development projects worth ₹16.72 crore and laid foundation stones for two new projects worth ₹41.54 crore, taking the total value of the projects to ₹58.26 crore.
The projects include improved road connectivity, a new school building, a bridge over the River Jhelum and a multi-purpose auction platform at the Fruit and Vegetable Mandi, Zazuna, aimed at strengthening public infrastructure and supporting the district’s horticulture ... |
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| | CS led SLSC approves ₹13.76 crore farm mechanisation plan for J&K | | CS led SLSC approves ₹13.76 crore farm mechanisation plan for J&K | 
Srinagar, October 15 (Scoop News)- In a significant push towards agricultural modernisation and enhanced farm productivity, Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today approved a revised Annual Action Plan (AAP) worth ₹13.76 crore for 2026–27 under the Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM) component of the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (PM-RKVY).
The meeting was attended by the Additional Chief Secretary, Agriculture Production Department; Secretary, Rural Development Department; Secretary, Planning; Secretary in APD; Heads of Departments of the Agriculture Production D... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor Congratulates J&K Police on successful completion of Jashn-e-Dal 2026 | | Calls Upon Youth to Dream Big and Build a Drug-Free Society | 
Srinagar, October 15 (Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha congratulated Jammu Kashmir Police on the successful completion of Jashn-e-Dal-2026. In a message, the Lieutenant Governor said that sports is the celebration of human capability, perseverance and collective aspiration. Appreciating the enthusiasm of the athletes and the efforts of the Jammu Kashmir Police, the Lieutenant Governor said that sports not only produce champions but also instil determination, patience and courage among young people.
Highlighting the growing stature of Jashn-e-Dal, the Lieutenant Gover... |
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Ladakh News |
| GDC Kargil concludes two-day exposure Vlvisit to IIT Jammu and CSIR-IIIM Jammu | | |
Kargil, October 16 (Scoop News)-The Departments of Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemistry and Physics of Government Degree College (GDC) Kargil successfully concluded a two-day exposure visit to the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Jammu and CSIR–Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (IIIM), Jammu, under the DBT STAR College Scheme.
During the visit to IIT Jammu, students explored research laboratories, attended a lecture on electromagnetic waves and interacted with Dr. Vivek Raina, who briefed them on research opportunities, higher studies, and DNA damage and repair.
At CSIR-IIIM Jammu, the students interacted with Director Dr. Zabeer Ahmad and attended sessions on entrepren... |
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| | Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra Inspects Truck Terminal at Kharul | | |
Kargil, October 16 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, IAS, today visited the Truck Terminal at Kharul, Kargil, to assess the status of construction works and review progress towards completion.
During the inspection, the Chief Secretary expressed dissatisfaction with the performance of the executing agency over the delay in completing the project. He directed the agency to expedite the remaining works and ensure early completion of the terminal. He also warned that failure to complete the project within the stipulated timeframe could lead to the blacklisting of the contractor.
The Chief Secretary also visited the old Truck Terminal at Lower Kur... |
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| | Ladakh Administration redefines tehsils and revenue villages across five districts | | |
Leh, October 16 (Scoop News)-The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has issued a notification redefining tehsils and revenue villages in five districts of the Union Territory to streamline administrative arrangements and improve public service delivery.
The Revenue Department, UT Ladakh, issued Notification S.O. 286 dated October 16, 2026, under Section 5 of the Jammu and Kashmir Land Revenue Act, 1996, as applicable to the Union Territory of Ladakh, in continuation of earlier notifications dated April 27, 2026, and July 12, 2026.
As per the notification, the reorganisation covers Aryan Valley Tehsil in Sham district; Sodh Tehsil in Kargil district; Phey Tehsil in Zan... |
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| | Ladakh Administration notifies Autonomous Hill Development Council for Sankoo District | | |
Leh, October 16 (Scoop News)-The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has notified the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Sankoo, for the newly created Sankoo district under the provisions of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Councils Act, 1997.
As per Notification S.O. 285 dated October 16, 2026, issued by the Revenue Department, UT Ladakh, the Lieutenant Governor has notified the LAHDC, Sankoo, for the district of Sankoo under sub-section (1) of Section 3 of the Act.
The Council shall exercise such powers and perform such functions as prescribed under the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Councils Act, 1997, as amended from time to time.
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| | Ladakh Administration notifies creation of Sankoo as new district of UT Ladakh | | |
Leh, October 16 (Scoop News)-The Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has formally notified the creation of Sankoo as a new district, with Sankoo designated as its headquarters.
The Revenue Department, UT Ladakh, issued Notification S.O. 284 dated October 16, 2026, under Section 5 of the Jammu and Kashmir Land Revenue Act, 1996, as applicable to the Union Territory of Ladakh, in continuation of Notification S.O. 180 dated April 27, 2026.
As per the notification, the newly created Sankoo district comprises four tehsils: Sankoo, GM Pore, TSG and Taisuru, along with the revenue villages specified in the notification.
The jurisdiction of Kargil district has been modified b... |
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| | Ladakh Student Stanzin Nyendon Secures 24th Rank in Top 50 | | at National-Level INSPIRE-MANAK Awards 2026 | |
New Delhi,October 14 (Scoop News)-The Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, organised the three-day 12th edition of the National-Level INSPIRE-MANAK Awards 2026 from October 12 to 14 at Hall No. 5, Level 1, Bharat Mandapam, India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), New Delhi.
Around 750 students from various States and Union Territories across India participated in the prestigious national-level competition. The Union Territory of Ladakh was represented by 10 students who showcased their innovative ideas and scientific models. Among the participants, Stanzin Nyendon, a student of Government High School, Dhomkhar Gongma, Ladakh, secured the 24th rank among the Top ... |
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| | DC Drass Attends Thermal Distribution Event Organised by 17000 ft Foundation at Government High School, Salampora. | | at Government High School, Salampora | |
Drass, October 14 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner Drass, Imteeaz Kacho (JKAS), today attended a special thermal distribution programme at Government High School, Salampora, Drass, as the organised by the 17000 ft Foundation in collaboration with the Japanese clothing brand UNIQLO aimed at supporting school education and promoting the welfare of students in the region.
The programme was attended by the LAHDC Councillor Abdul Samad, Principal, DIET-Kargil, Khurshida Bano; HoD, FLN, DIET-Kargil Dr. Vilayat Ali; Zonal Education Officer, Drass, Mohammad Ibrahim along with Mr. Kenji, Head of UNIQLO in India and his team as well as MR. Chandan Singh Dang, Director Development 17000 ft Foun... |
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| | PM Vishwakarma Scheme - Awareness and Beneficiary Outreach Programme Concluded in Kargil District | | |
Kargil, October 14 (Scoop News)-A series of awareness and beneficiary outreach programmes under the PM Vishwakarma (PMV) Scheme concluded today at the Conference Hall of the District Industries Centre (DIC), Kargil. The programmes were organised from 9th to 14th October 2026 at Shakar Chiktan on 9th October, Sankoo on 12th October, and Kargil on 13th and 14th October, in coordination with the State Level PM Vishwakarma Management Unit (SLPMU-PMV) and participating banks.
The initiative aimed to strengthen beneficiary outreach, improve access to institutional credit, and expedite loan sanctions and disbursements under the scheme.
During the programmes, the PMV PMU team and DIC Kargil... |
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Debate |
| Never Forget, Never Forgive, Never Again | | 
By Kuldeep Raina
A Note on the Global Jihad, the Genocide of Kashmiri Pandits, and the Lessons for Our Future :
I. The Genocide of 1990
The Kashmiri Pandits , the original inhabitants of the Kashmir Valley, with a civilizational presence stretching back thousands of years, were driven out of their homeland in 1990. It began with the targeted killings of prominent community members, hit lists pasted on doors, and threatening slogans blared from mosques. Within months, nearly the entire community. Lakhs of people fled the Valley, abandoning homes, temples, orchards, land, an... |
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| | Panun Kashmir: The Unaddressed National Imperative | | SANKALP | 
By Kuldeep Raina
For nearly four decades, the greatest human tragedy of the subcontinent has remained unaddressed. The continued genocide, forced exodus and persecution of the indigenous people of the Kashmir Valley, the Kashmiri Pandits, has been put under the carpet by successive governments. This has happened in a country that prides itself on being the largest democracy and a sovereign, socialist, secular republic.
The question is fundamental: how can a nation ignore its own people when their very survival is at stake?
Instead of treating this as a pressing national issue,... |
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| | US’s Russia Sanctions Threatens India Unduly | | |
Asad Mirza
India’s warning over Washington’s Russia sanctions law is more than a tariff dispute. It is a defence of strategic autonomy, energy security, and the right to conduct foreign policy without extraterritorial coercion. China’s guarded response shows a larger contest: who sets Asia’s economic choices as war, trade, and oil converge.
The United States has moved closer to turning its Russia policy into a broad instrument of economic coercion. The US House of Representatives has approved the “Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026”, legislation that gives President Donald Trump powers to impose tariffs of up to 100 per cent on countries buying Russian oi... |
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| | Karm Kanda as the mechanism through which collective memory sustains Panun Kashmir | | 
By Kuldeep Raina
FROM BALIDAN TO SANKALP:
Spirituality, Karm Kanda and the Sustenance of Panun Kashmir
Exile as Tapasya
Memory as Sanskar
Sankalp as Dharma
A political movement may be born from circumstances, but it survives only when its purpose becomes part of the collective consciousness of its people.
This is the deeper significance of Panun Kashmir. The movement emerged from the rupture of 1990, but its continuity cannot depend solely upon those who witnessed the Exodus. A struggle that extends across generations requires more than political resolutions and o... |
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| | Setting the Agenda: India’s Leadership at the 18th BRICS Summit | | 
Asad Mirza
As Xi and Putin land in Delhi for BRICS 2026, India juggles a China thaw, a Russia bear-hug, an Egypt embrace, a Congress civil war over “tangible benefits”, and a Middle East on fire - all under one roof at Bharat Mandapam.
New Delhi is hosting the 18th BRICS Summit at a combustible moment - Xi Jinping’s first India visit in seven years, Putin’s fresh arrival, a Congress spat over BRICS’s worth, and an unresolved Iran war threatening the joint declaration PM Modi desperately wants.
After chairing the grouping three times before, India is hosting its fourth BRICS pre... |
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| | IFFJK 2026: Kashmir Writes a New Story of Peace, Cinema and Hope | | 
By Farooq Ganderbali
The 1st International Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir (IFFJK) 2026 is a proud and historic moment for the people of Jammu and Kashmir. Beginning in Srinagar, the festival brings together filmmakers, cinematographers, producers, curators and cinema professionals from India and abroad, giving Kashmir an important platform on the global cultural map.
For Kashmir, this is not merely a celebration of cinema. It is also a celebration of peace, normalcy, tourism, culture, unity and the aspirations of its young people.
For decades, Pakistan-sponsored te... |
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| | Bending Without Breaking: The Myth of Gen Z 'Regime Change’ | | Straight Talk | |
K B Jandial
At times, an authoritarian family head bends to resolve discord and protect unity and harmony. While the family views this compromise as wise, neighbours might see it as a weakening of parental authority and the beginning of family division. Regardless of perceptions, the immediate crisis is averted. A nation is no different—a larger family where state authority occasionally bends before friction escalates out of hand. This is what has happened in India recently.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi yielded to the little-known Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). Led by one, Abhijeet Dipke, a former AAP communication strategist, the Gen Z movement emerged from nowhere. Despite its ... |
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| | SCO Summit: PM Modi's Central Asian Chessboard | | |
Asad Mirza
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Bishkek for the 26th SCO summit carrying momentum from Tashkent today, where India and Uzbekistan sealed a uranium deal and a strategic upgrade. Between countering terrorism, courting Central Asia's resources and outflanking China, the summit will test how far India's Eurasian ambitions can travel.
The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) was founded in 2001, evolving out of the "Shanghai Five" security dialogue among China, Russia and three Central Asian states formed after the Soviet collapse. The SCO gives India a rare platform to engage Russia and China simultaneously while pressing its own agenda on terrorism, connecti... |
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| Jammu News |
| “Two Years of Broken Promises, Failed Governance”: BJP | | Demands Accountability from NC Government | |
Jammu, October 16 (Scoop News)-BJP spokespersons Dr. Tahir Chowdhary, G. L. Raina and Rajni Sethi today held a press conference at the BJP office in Jammu, launching a sharp attack on the National Conference government over two years of unfulfilled promises and alleged governance failures.
Dr. Tahir Chowdhary accused the NC government of raising public expectations through tall electoral promises but failing to deliver tangible results. He questioned its performance on employment, 200 units of free electricity and welfare commitments, asserting that the people of Jammu and Kashmir deserve answers, not excuses. He demanded a transparent account of the promises made to youth, women and e... |
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| | Sikh Sangat of Jammu Thanks Omar for Assurance of Punjabi Language Inclusion as official language | | |
Jammu, October 16 (Scoop News)-The Sikh Sangat of Jammu has expressed its gratitude to the Omar Abdullah-led Government for its assurance regarding the introduction of a bill for the inclusion of Punjabi language in Jammu and Kashmir, along with Gojri and Pahari languages, in the upcoming session of the J&K Legislative Assembly.
Senior National Conference leader and Provincial President Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta, Advocate, welcomed the assurance given by the Hon’ble Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and Hon’ble MP Shammi Oberoi, stating that the decision has been received with great enthusiasm and widely welcomed by the members of the Sikh community including Presidents and other offic... |
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| | Devyani Rana Interacts with Progressive Farmers of Dansal at Jindrah | | Emphasises Modern Farm Technologies for Livelihood Generation | |
Jindrah, October 16 (Scoop News)- MLA Nagrota Devyani Rana today interacted with progressive farmers of Dansal Block at Jindrah, emphasising the adoption of modern agricultural technologies, strengthening of farmer-oriented initiatives and promotion of sustainable practices to enhance productivity and farmers’ income.
Rana said farmers are the backbone of the rural economy and stressed the need to ensure that scientific advancements, modern farming techniques and government schemes reach farmers at the grassroots level. She highlighted the importance of farm mechanisation, efficient irrigation, soil health management, crop diversification and improved market access to reduce inp... |
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| | Devotional Song Competition entered into its 05th day | | |
Katra,October 16 (Scoop News)-All India Devotional Song Competition as a part of Navratra Festival 2026 being organized by SMVD Shrine Board, Deptt. of J&K Tourism, PTC Netwrok in association with SMVD Narayana Super Speciality Hospital, J&K Bank, Nice Gems, Nidheesh Builders Jammu Pvt. Ltd. 92.7 Big FM, Yog Ashram Complex with active support of District Administration and the local host Community entered in its 05th day today, was inaugurated at Yog Ashram Complex in the evening by lighting of a traditional lamp by Narender Kumar Chief Planning Officer in presence of Pradeep Goswami Commandant 06th BN CRPF Katra, Rajesh Raina Assist. Director Tourism, Celebrity Singer Jonny Sufi and Fo... |
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| | Devotional chants fill Katra during Prabhat Pheri | | |
Katra,October 16 (Scoop News)-The holy town of Katra the base camp of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine continues to witness vibrant Prabhat Pheris every morning during the Navratras which have emerged as one of the major spiritual attractions of Navratra Festival Katra. On the occasion of the sixth Navratra the Prabhat Pheri was inaugurated by the chief guest Sh. Rajesh Raina, Assistant Director Tourism and guest of honour Dr. Prikshit Sharma, Tourist Officer in the presence of Madan Lal , Naib Tehsildar, Dr Gopal Dutt and R.S. Manhas by cutting the red ribbon and breaking a green coconut as per traditional rituals. The Prabhat Pheri commenced from Bus Stand Katra amid devotional ... |
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| | Panun Kashmir Seeks LG’s Intervention Over Condition of Kheer Bhawani Shrine | | |
Jammu,October 16 (Scoop News)-Panun Kashmir has submitted a representation to the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, seeking urgent intervention for the restoration, maintenance and preservation of the revered Shri Mata Ragnya Devi Shrine at Kheer Bhawani, Tulmulla, in Ganderbal district.
The representation follows a visit to the shrine by a delegation comprising Shri Kuldeep Raina, General Secretary, Shri Behari Lal Kaul, Organising Secretary and Sh. Biboo Ji Zutshi Coordinator, Jammu of Panun Kashmir. The delegation documented concerns regarding the condition of the sacred spring, the upkeep of the shrine’s outer walls, exposed electrical wiring and the adequacy of sanitation ... |
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| | Directorate of Agriculture Jammu Celebrates Mahila Kisan Diwas 2026 | | |
Jammu, October 15 (Scoop News)-The Directorate of Agriculture Production & Farmers Welfare, Jammu, today organised Mahila Kisan Diwas 2026 at Kisan Kendra, Farmer Training Centre (FTC), Talab Tillo, Jammu, to recognise the significant contribution of women farmers to agricultural development and promote their empowerment through sustainable livelihoods, entrepreneurship and value addition.
The celebration assumes special significance in 2026, as the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has declared 2026 the International Year of the Woman Farmer (IYWF 2026). The initiative highlights the vital role of women across agrifood systems and underscores the need to strengthen their access t... |
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| | Directorate of Agriculture Jammu Celebrates Mahila Kisan Diwas 2026 | | |
Jammu, October 15 (Scoop News)-The Directorate of Agriculture Production & Farmers Welfare, Jammu, today organised Mahila Kisan Diwas 2026 at Kisan Kendra, Farmer Training Centre (FTC), Talab Tillo, Jammu, to recognise the significant contribution of women farmers to agricultural development and promote their empowerment through sustainable livelihoods, entrepreneurship and value addition.
The celebration assumes special significance in 2026, as the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has declared 2026 the International Year of the Woman Farmer (IYWF 2026). The initiative highlights the vital role of women across agrifood systems and underscores the need to strengthen their access t... |
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Kashmir News |
| Police attaches residential house worth ₹50 lakh of notorious drug peddler in Anantnag | | |
Srinagar, October 16 (Scoop News)-In a significant action against drug trafficking, Police in Anantnag have attached a double-storey residential house worth approximately ₹50 lakh belonging to Bashir Ahmad Dar son of Late Habibullah Dar resident of Gadhangipora, Bijbehara, under Section 68-F of the NDPS Act.
The individual is involved in multiple NDPS cases registered at Police Station Bijbehara, vide FIR Nos. 83/2023, 216/2024, 139/2025 and 241/2025.
The attachment proceedings were initiated in accordance with the provisions of the NDPS Act as part of J&K Police’s sustained efforts to dismantle the financial networks of drug traffickers and curb the drug menace.
J&K Police rei... |
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| | Police attaches residential house worth ₹50 lakh of notorious drug peddler in Anantnag | | |
Srinagar, October 16 (Scoop News)-In a significant action against drug trafficking, Police in Anantnag have attached a double-storey residential house worth approximately ₹50 lakh belonging to Bashir Ahmad Dar son of Late Habibullah Dar resident of Gadhangipora, Bijbehara, under Section 68-F of the NDPS Act.
The individual is involved in multiple NDPS cases registered at Police Station Bijbehara, vide FIR Nos. 83/2023, 216/2024, 139/2025 and 241/2025.
The attachment proceedings were initiated in accordance with the provisions of the NDPS Act as part of J&K Police’s sustained efforts to dismantle the financial networks of drug traffickers and curb the drug menace.
J&K Police rei... |
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| | CUKashmir celebrates World Students’ Day 2026 | | |
Ganderbal, October 16 (Scoop News)- Dean Students’ Welfare (DSW), Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir), celebrated World Students’ Day 2026 to commemorate the birth anniversary of former President of India and eminent scientist, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, with three student-centred programmes aimed at nurturing creativity, intellectual engagement, critical thinking, communication skills and leadership among students at Tulmulla here on Thursday.
The celebration paid tribute to Dr. Kalam’s enduring legacy as a visionary scientist, inspirational teacher, former President of India and one of the country’s most admired advocates of youth empowerment.
These programmes witnessed enthu... |
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| | Hakeem Yaseen condemns alleged humiliation of JKAS officer, seeks strict action | | |
Srinagar, October 16 (Scoop News)-Peoples Democratic Front (PDF) president and former Cabinet Minister Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen on Friday strongly condemned the alleged use of abusive language against a senior Jammu and Kashmir Administrative Service (JKAS) officer by an IAS officer during an official meeting, demanding an impartial probe and strict action against those found responsible.
Yaseen said the incident raised serious concerns about the dignity of local civil service officers and highlighted the administrative imbalance that had emerged following the reorganisation of Jammu and Kashmir.
He alleged that the purpose for which Assembly elections were conducted in Jammu and Kash... |
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| | NIT Srinagar hosts ABC programme on sustainable metallurgy, green energy transition | | |
Srinagar, October 16 (Scoop News)- The Alumni Association of NIT Srinagar, in collaboration with the Office of the Dean of Alumni and International Affairs, organised an Alumni Back to Campus (ABC) Programme featuring distinguished alumnus Dr. Ing Ubaid Manzoor, Project Group Leader at the Max Planck Institute for Sustainable Materials, Germany.
The programme was hosted by Prof M. A. Shah, Dean of Alumni and International Affairs, along with Ms. Toyiba, Joint Secretary-II of the Alumni Association, NIT Srinagar.
During the interactive session, Dr. Manzoor emphasised that “the green energy transition is fundamentally a materials and metals transition,” highlighting the growing demand... |
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| | DJMC IUST organises national-level Film Festival 2026 | | |
Awantipora, October 16 (Scoop News)-The Department of Journalism and Mass Communication (DJMC), Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), organised the national-level Film Festival 2026 on Thursday. The festival brought together aspiring filmmakers and students from diverse educational institutions to celebrate cinema and creative storytelling.
As many as 27 short films and documentaries were screened on the occasion, of which 22 were shortlisted for the competition among school, college and university students participating from various states of India. A film from IUST titled ‘Deception’ by Afnan Manzoor bagged the best film award, ‘Compulsion’ from Amar Singh College rec... |
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| | NIT Srinagar sensitises students, staff on Cyber threats | | |
Srinagar, October 15 (Scoop News)-The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar organised a cyber security awareness session for mathematics students, research scholars and teaching and non-teaching staff, focusing on safe digital practices and prevention of cyber fraud.
The session, conducted by Dr Atendra Kumar, (Assistant Prof. Mathematics) covered key aspects of cyber hygiene, phishing attacks, password security, social engineering, data protection and responsible use of digital platforms.
In his message, Director NIT Srinagar, Prof Anurag Mishra, emphasised the need to build a digitally aware and security-conscious campus community, stressing the importance of responsib... |
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| | Master artisan Rafiq Ahmed Sofi makes Kashmir proud, wins National Award | | |
Srinagar, October 15 (Scoop News)-Directorate of Handicrafts and Handloom, Kashmir, has extended heartiest congratulations to the master artisan Rafiq Ahmed Sofi of Eidgah, Srinagar, on being conferred with the National Award 2025 in the Hand-Knotted Carpet category by the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India.
Sofi is the sole awardee from Jammu & Kashmir in this category for 2025, winning it for a carpet that features intricate floral motifs, traditional architectural patterns and calligraphic elements.
In a press statement issued here today, a spokesman of the Department paid rich tributes to the master artisan for making the famed handicrafts and handloom sector of Kashmir... |
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Other Stories |
| IUST organises Swachhata Rally under Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 | | |
Awantipora, October 16 (Scoop News)- Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) organised a Swachhata Rally on the campus on Friday as part of the ongoing ‘Swachhata Hi Seva 2026’ campaign, running from 17th September to 17th October 2026. The campaign is being organised by the Dean of Students, Environment and Hygiene Wing of the University and NSS IUST as part of the nationwide Swachh Bharat Mission.
The rally, with active participation from NSS volunteers and sanitation and hygeine staff, and students, was held across the campus to raise awareness of cleanliness, hygiene, and environmental sustainability.
Leading the campaign were Dean of Students Dr Monisa Qadiri, Programm... |
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| | Sopore 11 Storm into Semi-Finals of Kilo North Kashmir T20 Premier League | | | Lolab, October 16 (Scoop News)- Sopore 11 stormed into the semi-finals of the Kilo North Kashmir T20 Premier League by defeating Hamdaniya Green Lar by four runs in the fourth quarter-final played here today.
The closely fought encounter witnessed an intense battle between the two sides, with the result remaining in the balance until the final over. Sopore 11 held their nerve in the crucial moments to register a hard-fought victory and secure their place in the last four.
The victory added another exciting chapter to the tournament, with both teams showcasing competitive spirit, teamwork and sportsmanship throughout the match.
With the tournament now entering its decisive stage, th... |
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| | DUJ Welcomes Supreme Court Notice to Delhi Police on Detention of Journalists | | |
New Delhi, October 15 (Scoop News)-The Delhi Union of Journalists (DUJ) welcomes the decision of the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India on Oct 15, 2026 to issue notices to the Delhi Police and the Union Government on our writ petition challenging the illegal detention, harassment and seizure of devices of journalists covering the protests at Jantar Mantar on 10th and 11th October, 2026.
Senior Advocate Mr. Chander Uday Singh appeared for the Delhi Union of Journalists before a Bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi. Mr. Singh brought to the notice of the Court that journalists who were merely discharging their professional duties at Jantar Ma... |
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| | DUJ Welcomes Supreme Court Notice to Delhi Police on Detention of Journalists | | |
New Delhi, October 15 (Scoop News)-The Delhi Union of Journalists (DUJ) welcomes the decision of the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India on Oct 15, 2026 to issue notices to the Delhi Police and the Union Government on our writ petition challenging the illegal detention, harassment and seizure of devices of journalists covering the protests at Jantar Mantar on 10th and 11th October, 2026.
Senior Advocate Mr. Chander Uday Singh appeared for the Delhi Union of Journalists before a Bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi. Mr. Singh brought to the notice of the Court that journalists who were merely discharging their professional duties at Jantar Ma... |
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| | NIT Srinagar sensitises students, staff on Cyber threats | | |
Srinagar, October 15 (Scoop News)- The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar organised a cyber security awareness session for mathematics students, research scholars and teaching and non-teaching staff, focusing on safe digital practices and prevention of cyber fraud.
The session, conducted by Dr Atendra Kumar, (Assistant Prof. Mathematics) covered key aspects of cyber hygiene, phishing attacks, password security, social engineering, data protection and responsible use of digital platforms.
In his message, Director NIT Srinagar, Prof Anurag Mishra, emphasised the need to build a digitally aware and security-conscious campus community, stressing the importance of responsi... |
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| | DJMC IUST organises national-level Film Festival 2026 | | |
Awantipora, October 15 (Scoop News)-The Department of Journalism and Mass Communication (DJMC), Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), organised the national-level Film Festival 2026 on Thursday. The festival brought together aspiring filmmakers and students from diverse educational institutions to celebrate cinema and creative storytelling.
As many as 27 short films and documentaries were screened on the occasion, of which 22 were shortlisted for the competition among school, college and university students participating from various states of India. A film from IUST titled ‘Deception’ by Afnan Manzoor bagged the best film award, ‘Compulsion’ from Amar Singh College rece... |
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| | Secretary Tourism Reviews Facilities at RSGC Srinagar | | |
Srinagar, October 15 (Scoop News)-Avny Lavasa, Secretary, Tourism Department, who is also the Chief Executive of Royal Springs Golf Course Srinagar, conducted her first review meeting at the Royal Springs Golf Course, Srinagar, to assess the overall functioning, operational efficiency, and maintenance of the facilities at the prestigious Golf Course.
During the visit, the Chief Executive, accompanied by the Secretary RSGC, and the allied team, undertook a comprehensive inspection of the golf course premises and its various facilities. The visit was aimed at taking stock of the existing arrangements, reviewing the efficiency of the overall setup, and assessing the functioning and upkeep... |
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| | IUST’s Urdu Centre organises educational outreach program to University of Kashmir | | |
Awantipora, October 14 (Scoop News)-Centre for Promotion of Urdu Language and Literature, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), organised its first educational outreach programme on Tuesday to explore the Main Campus of the University of Kashmir with an objective to familiarise students with the rich literary and cultural legacy of its Department of Urdu and other academic repositories.
The programme was coordinated by Dr. Afshana, Head of the Centre. The students were warmly welcomed by the Head, Department of Urdu and faculty members. The visit featured an engaging literary discussion with students and scholars on Urdu language and literature, with a special focus on t... |
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