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Top Stories of The Day |
| CM Omar Abdullah calls for practical, actionable roadmap for sustainable mountain development | | 
Srinagar, October 12(Scoop News)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today called for a practical and balanced approach to sustainable mountain development, stressing that environmental protection, economic growth and people’s livelihoods must go hand in hand.
The Chief Minister was speaking after inaugurating the 13th Sustainable Mountain Development Summit, jointly organised by SKUAST-Kashmir and the Integrated Mountain Initiative, in collaboration with the Jammu and Kashmir Science, Technology and Innovation Council (JKSTIC). The summit, held under the J&K Agriculture Science Congress-2026, is themed around sustainable Himalayan landscapes for inclusive Viksit Bharat and the formulation of a Sustainable Mountain Development Policy for Jammu and Kashmir.
Emphasising the urgent need to protect the region’s fragile mountain ecology, the Chief Minister said climate change, erratic sn... |
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Stories of the Day |
| Two-Day Special Intensive Voter Enrolment Drive concludes across J&K | | 
Srinagar, October 11 (Scoop News)-The two-day Special Intensive Voter Enrolment Drive concluded today across Jammu and Kashmir, with a strong response from electors and election functionaries undertaking extensive outreach to facilitate voter registration, address public grievances and raise awareness about electoral services.
Organised on October 10 and 11, the drive was conducted at polling stations across the Union Territory from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on both days. It provided eligible citizens with an opportunity to enrol as voters, seek correction or updation of their electoral particu... |
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| | Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo inaugurates Navratra Festival 2026 at Katra | |  Katra, October 11 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Jammu and Kashmir, Atal Dulloo, today inaugurated Navratra Festival 2026 at Yog Ashram Ground, Katra, marking the commencement of the nine-day celebrations being held from October 11 to 19. The inaugural ceremony brought together devotion, cultural heritage and traditional festivities in the holy town of Katra, the base camp for the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi pilgrimage.
The festival is being organised by the Directorate of Tourism Jammu in collaboration with the Divisional Administration Jammu and Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board to showcase ... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor Addresses Valedictory Session of J&K GCC Summit 2026 | | Lieutenant Governor highlights 6 unique advantages for GCCs in Jammu Kashmir | 
Jammu, October 10(Scoop News)- The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today addressed the Valedictory Session of the J&K Global Capability Centre (GCC) Summit 2026. He said that Jammu Kashmir is poised to emerge as a significant destination for Global Capability Centres, driven by its young talent, improving infrastructure, investor-friendly policies and growing innovation ecosystem.
Congratulating IIM Jammu, NASSCOM, partner institutions and the administration for successfully organising the two-day summit, the Lieutenant Governor urged participants to reflect on a key question ab... |
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| | CM Omar Abdullah calls for future-ready education beyond examinations | | Addresses School Leader of the Year 2026 Summit & Awards in New Delhi | 
New Delhi,October 10(Scoop News)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today called for a future-ready education system that prepares children for life beyond examinations, equipping them with critical thinking, digital literacy, adaptability and a strong sense of responsibility.
The Chief Minister was addressing the School Leader of the Year 2026 Summit & Awards in New Delhi, which brought together leading educators, school principals and institutional heads to celebrate excellence, innovation and leadership in K-12 education.
Emphasising the role of school leaders in nation-building, Omar... |
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Ladakh News |
| Bhanu Prabha IAS Visits Schools in Shakar–Chiktan Zone of District Kargil | | |
Kargil, October 11 (Scoop News)-Administrative Secretary, School Education Department, Union Territory of Ladakh, Ms. Bhanu Prabha, IAS, visited various educational institutions across the Shakar–Chiktan Zone of District Kargil on 11 October 2026 as part of her official tour programme to review the academic environment, infrastructure, hostel facilities, and overall functioning of schools.
During the visit, she inspected Government Middle School Sanjak, Government Primary School Samuna, Government High School Yokma Kharbu, Government Middle School Lamsu, Government Higher Secondary School Shakar, Government Higher Secondary School Hagnis, Government Middle School Khardoon Chiktan, and... |
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| | Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra launches ‘Katabita: The Hidden Doodleland’ in Leh | | |
Leh, October 11 (Scoop News)- Chief Secretary, UT Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, today launched Katabita: The Hidden Doodleland, authored by Padma Angmo and published by Yige Publication, at Rang Thag in Leh.
Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Secretary highlighted the significance of children’s imagination in interpreting mythology, spiritual narratives and the cultural heritage of a region. He described the process of documenting children’s imaginative expressions as fascinating, particularly in exploring the connections between spiritual stories, mythology and local landscapes.
Referring to his published book on the Northeast, the Chief Secretary described Ladakh and the Northeast as si... |
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| | CS chairs meeting on Higher Education | | Calls for Academic Strengthening and Employment-Oriented Courses | |
Leh, October 09 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, today chaired a meeting on higher education at the LAHDC Conference Hall, Leh, to assess the functioning of colleges and universities, address faculty vacancies, improve student enrolment and explore the introduction of specialised, skill-based and employment-oriented courses across Ladakh.
The meeting was attended by Secretary, Planning, Shri Himanshu Gupta; Secretary, School Education, Smt. Bhanu Prabha; Vice Chancellor, University of Ladakh, Prof. Saket Kushwaha; Dean, College Development Council, Tsewang Motup; principals of colleges in Leh, Kargil, Khaltsi, Nubra, Drass and Zanskar; senior fa... |
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| | CEC Dr Jaffer Akhoon Attends Wildlife Week Concluding Programme at Kargil | | |
Kargil,October 09 (KIP)-The Wildlife Week celebration on the theme “Connecting Habitats, Thriving Wildlife” concluded today at Syed Mehdi Memorial Auditorium Hall, Kargil.
CEC LAHDC Kargil, Dr Jaffer Akhoon attended the programme as the Chief Guest, while SSP Kargil Nitin Yadav, IPS, was the Guest of Honour and ADC Kargil Ghulam Mohammad attended as the Special Guest. DFO/Wildlife Warden Ankit Sinha, IFS, officials of the Forest and Wildlife Department, school students and teachers also participated in the event.
The programme began with a welcome address by DFO/Wildlife Warden Ankit Sinha, who highlighted the unique biodiversity of Kargil and the need for greater public participa... |
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| | CEC Dr Jaffer Akhoon Attends Wildlife Week Concluding Programme at Kargil | | |
Kargil,October 09 (Scoop News)-The Wildlife Week celebration on the theme “Connecting Habitats, Thriving Wildlife” concluded today at Syed Mehdi Memorial Auditorium Hall, Kargil.
CEC LAHDC Kargil, Dr Jaffer Akhoon attended the programme as the Chief Guest, while SSP Kargil Nitin Yadav, IPS, was the Guest of Honour and ADC Kargil Ghulam Mohammad attended as the Special Guest. DFO/Wildlife Warden Ankit Sinha, IFS, officials of the Forest and Wildlife Department, school students and teachers also participated in the event.
The programme began with a welcome address by DFO/Wildlife Warden Ankit Sinha, who highlighted the unique biodiversity of Kargil and the need for greater public pa... |
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| | NHM Ladakh Virtually Participates in National Launch of JOSH Teams for TB Elimination. | | |
Leh,October 09 (Scoop News)-Ladakh, virtually attended the national launch of JOSH (Joint Squad for Health) Teams, held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, as part of the Government of India's efforts to strengthen community participation in TB elimination.
The programme was attended virtually from the NHM Office Leh, by Sh. Tushar Anand (IAS), Mission Director, NHM Ladakh, Dr. Tashi Thinlas, Director of Health Services, Ladakh, along with officials and staff of NHM Ladakh.
The initiative was launched by Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare, Shri J.P. Nadda, in collaboration with the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports and the Ministry of Defence, with the objective of strengthen... |
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| | Disaster Management Training Programme Held at District Industries Centre, Leh | | |
Leh, October 09 (Scoop News)-Under the aegis of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), Leh, in collaboration with the 13th Battalion of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), a Disaster Management Training Programme was conducted today at the District Industries Centre (DIC), Leh.
The session commenced with a welcome address by Zorawar Singh, Project Manager, DIC, Leh, followed by an address by Inspector Puran Singh Negi of the 13th Battalion NDRF. Constable GD Piyush Kumar subsequently conducted a lecture-cum-training session covering essential disaster response techniques, including Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), management of LPG cylinder leaks and fire emerg... |
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| | Chief Secretary Chairs 37th Empowered Committee meeting on recruitment rules | | |
Leh, October 09 (Scoop News)-The Chief Secretary, UT of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, today chaired the 37th meeting of the Empowered Committee to deliberate on key administrative matters concerning Recruitment Rules (RRs) and staffing requirements of various departments of the UT Administration.
At the outset, Administrative Secretary, General Administration Department (GAD), Rudra P. T. Goud, presented a comprehensive overview of the agenda items for discussion.
The committee held detailed deliberations on draft proposals submitted by various departments, including matters related to pay levels, the inclusion of posts in the recruitment pool, and other requests concerning the framing and... |
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Debate |
| 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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| | Managed Pluralism: Tokayev’s Constitutional Gamble in Kazakhstan | | |
Asad Mirza
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s ongoing political reset in Kazakhstan, represents a calculated effort, to restructure state power under the narrative of progressive constitutional reform.
Following sweeping amendments to the country's constitutional framework, the establishment of a new unicameral legislature - the Kurultai - marks a defining moment in Central Asian politics. While framed by the administration as a modernisation step to streamline governance and enhance representation, the restructuring reinforces the central authority of the presidency.
At the heart of this strategy is the concept of "managed pluralism." By dismantling former power netw... |
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| Jammu News |
| CM Omar Abdullah attends last rites of former Minister S. Harbans Singh | | 
Jammu, October 12(Scoop News)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today attended the last rites of former Minister S. Harbans Singh at the Cremation Ground, Shastri Nagar, Jammu, and paid his last respects to the departed leader.
The Chief Minister recalled S. Harbans Singh’s dedicated service to the people of Jammu and Kashmir and expressed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, praying for eternal peace to the departed soul and strength to the family to bear the irreparable loss.
Earlier, the Chief Minister visited the residence of the former Minister in Gandhi Nagar, Jammu, to... |
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| | Interstate Multilingual Kavi Sammelan Celebrates India’s Rich Literary and Cultural Diversity in Jammu | | 
Jammu, October 12(Scoop News)- The Delphic Council of Jammu & Kashmir organised an Interstate Multilingual Kavi Sammelan at Government College for Women (GCW), Parade Ground, Jammu, bringing together eminent poets, writers, artists, cultural personalities and literature enthusiasts on a common platform to celebrate India’s rich linguistic and cultural diversity. The programme was graced by Sham Lal Sharma, MLA Jammu North and Former Minister, J&K, as the Chief Guest, while Yudhvir Sethi, MLA Jammu East, presided over the function. Sohail Kazmi, Editor-in-Chief of Daily Taskeen, attended as ... |
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| | Auracraft Aesthetics will provide modern skincare services and boost confidence: Sanjita Dogra | | |
Jammu, October 11 (Scoop News)-Jammu and Kashmir BJP General Secretary and Headquarters Incharge Sanjita Dogra inaugurated Auracraft Aesthetics, a modern aesthetics and skincare clinic in Jammu, in the presence of Dr. Shivli Kotwal, her team and other guests.
Speaking on the occasion, Sanjita Dogra congratulated Dr. Shivli Kotwal and her entire team for taking the initiative to establish a modern facility dedicated to skincare, beauty and personal wellness. She expressed hope that the clinic would provide professional services while maintaining high standards of safety, quality and care.
Sanjita Dogra said that in today's changing lifestyle, beauty and skincare are no longer limi... |
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| | BJP will not allow NC-Congress to escape accountability on public issues: Sat Sharma | | |
Akhnoor,October 11 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma (CA) asserted that the BJP would continue to challenge the failures of the NC-led government, expose its unfulfilled commitments, and fight relentlessly for the rights and aspirations of the people of Jammu & Kashmir.
Sat Sharma accompanied by MLA Mohan Lal Bhagat was addressing an organizational meeting of BJP Akhnoor district led by its President Kuldeep Raj Sharma at party office, Akhnoor.
District Prabhari Vinay Gupta, Seh-Prabhari Vaishno Devi, former DDC Bhushan Bral, former BDC Sushma Sharma, Mandal Presidents Gourav Singh, Ankush Choudhary, Dipesh Singh, Neeraj Shstri, and Shamsher Das, senior ... |
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| | Sham Lal Sharma Highlights the Importance of Devotional Music and Local Talent at the Launch of “Mera Kasoor Kya Hai Maa” | | |
Jammu, October 11 (Scoop News)-Sham Lal Sharma, MLA Jammu North, attended the release ceremony of “Mera Kasoor Kya Hai Maa,” a devotional bhajan dedicated to Bawe Wali Mata Ji, at Press Club Jammu today. The musical project, presented by Khwaish Gupta Production, brings together local artists in an effort to celebrate devotion, preserve cultural traditions and provide opportunities to emerging talent.
Addressing the gathering, Sham Lal Sharma appreciated the initiative and underscored the important role of devotional music in keeping spiritual traditions and cultural values alive. He observed that music rooted in faith has a unique ability to connect people with their heritage, stren... |
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| | Frustrated BJP shouting protesting against opposition - Congress | | |
Jammu, October 11 (Scoop News)-JKPCC has said that a frustrated ruling party is shouting over and protesting against opposition Congress while a scared Modi government has imposed undeclared emergency in the national capital and elsewhere to stop the leaders and activists trying to join the ongoing struggle for democracy in Delhi.
Reacting to the BJP'S protests against opposition Congress, JKPCC Chief Spokesperson Mr Ravinder Sharma termed is utter frustration of ruling party, which is probably first time in the democratic history of our country.
The large scale protests in the entire country against the " Vote Chori " and the media expose about this fact as how blatantly the nor... |
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| | DIPR Samba organises Bhajan Sandhya at Chichi Mata Temple on First Navratri | | | Samba,October 11 (Scoop News)- To mark the auspicious beginning of Navratri, the Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR), Samba Center on Sunday organised a Bhajan Sandhya here at Chichi Mata Temple.
The event created a spiritually uplifting atmosphere and added colour to the religious fervour. The local artists of Ajeet & Party presented devotional songs and bhajans. The melodious renditions of devotional hymns filled the temple premises with spiritual energy and added to the festive spirit of the first day of Navratri.
The event aimed to promote the region’s rich cultural and devotional traditions, while providing local artists a platform to showcase their talent an... |
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| | CGPWA’s Swachhta Abhiyan at Barnai School | | 
Jammu, October 11(Scoop News)-Continuing with their Swachhta Abhiyan, enthusiastic members of the Central Govt Pensioners’ Welfare Association, Jammu (CGPWA) today took the cleaning work at Govt Middle School Barnai. The team was led by passionate activist Seva Dass Digra, retired Director GSI and a Life Member of the CGPWA.
The CGPWA, Jammu has taken up this campaign under the Government of India’s Special Campaign for the Disposal of Pending Matters (SCDPM 6.0). This cleanliness of public places is a part of this Abhiyaan.
The Department of Pension and Pensioners Welfare of... |
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Kashmir News |
| Mamta Yadav assumes charge as Director Information | | Calls for transparent, timely, people-centric communication | 
Srinagar, October 12(Scoop News)- Mamta Yadav, IAS today assumed the charge as Director Information, Jammu and Kashmir, and held an introductory interaction with officers and officials of the Directorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR).
During the interaction, the Director underscored the pivotal role of the Information Department in ensuring effective communication between the Government and the public, emphasizing the need for transparency, accuracy, timeliness and wider outreach in the dissemination of information relating to government policies, developmental initiatives a... |
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| | Sakeena Itoo chairs 31st JKWDC Board meeting; calls for efficiency, transparency | | to empower women entrepreneurs | 
Srinagar, October 12(Scoop News)- Minister for Social Welfare, Education, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, chaired the 31st meeting of Board of Directors of the Jammu & Kashmir Womens' Development Corporation (JKWDC) Limited at SKICC, today.
The meeting was attended by Secretary, Social Welfare Dr. Doifode Sagar Dattatray; Managing Director JKWDC, Purnima Mittal representatives of Planning & Finance Departments, J&K and Apex Corporations from New Delhi.
During the meeting, the Board deliberated upon various important administrative, financial and policy matters concerning... |
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| | DJMC IUST set to host Film Festival 2026 | |  Srinagar, October 12(Scoop News)- The Department of Journalism and Mass Communication (DJMC), Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), is organising the national-level Film Festival 2026 on October 15. The Film Festival shall be held at the Lal Ded Auditorium of the IUST Main Campus.
The film festival shall feature screening of short films and documentaries, panel discussion of experts and also a competition among school, college and university students for the best film awards to be judged by renowned filmmakers and critics. The jury members include Prof. Shahid Rasool, Dean A... |
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| | HWOHL in association with KU, SEBI), organizes Disabilities Conclave 2026 | | 
Srinagar,October 12 (Scoop News)-The Humanity Welfare Organisation Helpline (HWOHL), in association with the University of Kashmir and the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), organised the Wheelchair Users and Persons with Visual Disabilities Conclave 2026 at the University of Kashmir on Sunday. The conclave was held under the theme “Breaking Barriers, Building Inclusion: Empowering Wheelchair Users Through Sport, Awareness and Financial Inclusion.”
The programme aimed to promote accessibility, equal opportunities, financial literacy, sporting participation and institutional... |
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| | Police In Kulgam Conduct Counter-Terrorism Mock Drill at Aharbal Tourist Destination | | |
Srinagar, October 11 (Scoop News)- Police in Kulgam conducted a counter-terrorism mock drill at the famous Aharbal Tourist Destination to assess operational readiness, response preparedness and inter-agency coordination in a simulated security scenario.
The mock drill conducted under the close supervision of SSP Kulgam was led by DySP Operations Manzgam and involved SHO Manzgam, SOG Manzgam, Markhor Manzgam and CRPF 18 Battalion. The exercise aimed to evaluate the preparedness of security personnel to respond swiftly and effectively to any potential security threat at the tourist destination.
The drill also focused on strengthening coordination and communication among the participat... |
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| | Mission YUVA Anantnag organises Udyam Jagriti program for Retired Soldiers in Anantnag | | | Anantnag, October 11 (Scoop News)-An Udyam Jagriti programme under Mission YUVA was organised for Retired Soldiers and Widows Parivaar of District Anantnag to sensitise them about the scheme and apprise them of the opportunities available for establishing sustainable self employment ventures.
The programme witnessed the participation of Team Sainik Welfare Srinagar, Lead District Manager (LDM), Anantnag, Employment Officer, Career Counselling Officer, SBDU/BHD Anantnag, and officials from the Employment Department along with huge gathering of Retired Soldiers from Anantnag.
The initiative reflects the commitment of Mission YUVA towards promoting entrepreneurship, encouraging self-emp... |
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| | JKRLM Kick-Starts 3-Day UT level Training program on Village Prosperity Resilience Plan | | |
Srinagar, October 11 (Scoop News)-The Jammu & Kashmir Rural Livelihoods Mission (JKRLM) kickstarted a comprehensive three-day Union Territory-level training programme on Village Poverty Reduction Plan (VPRP).
The capacity-building initiative aimed to equip key resource persons, district teams, and block mission coordinators with the technical frameworks necessary to streamline community-driven rural development across J&K.
Operating under the guidelines of the Ministry of Panchayati Raj and the Ministry of Rural Development, the VPRP serves as a structured, grassroots planning exercise led by Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and their federations. As an institutional sub-plan of the broader ... |
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| | Government College of Education celebrates World Mental Health Day | | |
Srinagar, October 11 (Scoop News)-The Government College of Education (Institute of Advanced Studies in Education), Cluster University Srinagar, celebrated World Mental Health Day 2026 in the College Auditorium.
The programme aimed to raise awareness about the importance of mental health, promote emotional well-being, and encourage students to develop a supportive and empathetic attitude towards individuals experiencing mental health challenges.
The programme was organised under the guidance of the College Principal and Nodal Principal of Kashmir Division Colleges, Prof. (Dr.) Seema Naz, and witnessed enthusiastic participation from students and faculty members.
Dr. Irfat Ara K... |
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Other Stories |
| Major Action Against Drug Menace In Anantnag; 10 Drug Peddlers Arrested | | | Srinagar, October 11 (Scoop News)-Continuing its sustained crackdown against drug trafficking, Police in Anantnag intensified naka checking, patrolling and surveillance across the district, resulting in the arrest of ten drug peddlers in separate operations and recovered huge quantity of contraband substances from their possession.
A police party of Police Station Larnoo, during naka checking at Lessu, apprehended Mohd Iqbal Dangroo son of Mohd Rajab Dangroo resident of Lessu Branard. A bag containing approximately 2.393 kg of Cannabis was recovered from his possession. Similarly,in two separate incidents in the Arwani area, a police party of Police Station Bijbehara apprehended Mukhtar ... |
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| | NAJ Blasts Targeted Attacks on Media, Women Journos and Opposition | | | New Delhi,October 10(Scoop News)- The National Alliance of Journalists (NAJ) in a statement from Delhi today, has cautioned against continued attacks on journalists, teachers, students, writers , trade unionists and leaders of various opposition parties targeting the capital and its neighborhood as anti-democratic and against the right of journalists to inform . Clear examples were available in Delhi today and its neighborhood while the Jantar Mantar area resembles a police state fortress. The journalists were covering the ongoing agitation by CJP and various opposition parties in Delhi.
In a joint statement today, it fully supports the Delhi Union of Journalists (DUJ) and various bodi... |
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| | BJP committed to addressing concerns of border residents | | ensuring benefits of Central schemes reach every eligible family: Baldev Singh | |
Samba, October 09 (Scoop News)-Reaffirming the BJP’s commitment to strengthening its organizational network in border areas and addressing the concerns of border residents, BJP Jammu & Kashmir General Secretary Baldev Singh Billawaria emphasized the need to ensure that the benefits of Central Government schemes reach every eligible family living in border villages.
Billawaria was speaking during a programme organized by the J&K BJP Border Cell, led by its State Convenor Akash Chopra, to announce the new team of the Samba District Border Cell.
On the occasion, Jhankar Choudhary was announced as the new Convenor of the Samba District Border Cell.
Baldev Singh Billawaria, addressi... |
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| | Budgam Police felicitated for busting fake employment syndicate | | and digitisation of Beat Policing | |
Srinagar, October 09 (Scoop News)-IGP Kashmir Shri Sujit Kumar Singh, IPS, distributed commendation certificates, appreciation letters and rewards to police personnel of District Budgam in recognition of their exemplary work and contribution towards effective policing. The event was held in the presence of DIG Central Kashmir Range Shri Rajiv Pandey, IPS.
The recipients included SSP Budgam Shri Hariprasad KK, IPS; SDPO Magam Shri Ashrif Lissery, JKPS; SHO Police Station Beerwah Shri Mudassir Nassar; SHO Police Station Magam Shri Khurshid Awan; and 17 other police officials.
The team of Police Station Beerwah was recognised for its significant contribution in exposing a fake employme... |
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| | Sachdeva Netralaya, CGPWA celebrate World Sight Day | | 
Jammu, October 08 (Scoop News)-The Sachdeva Netralaya, Gandhinagar and the Central Govt Pensioners’ Welfare Association, Jammu (CGPWA) jointly celebrated World Sight Day today.
The World Sight Day is celebrated annually on the second Thursday of October. This year’s theme was "Love Your Eyes”. It is a global event with an objective to draw attention of the people to blindness and vision impairment. It was originally initiated by the Sight First Campaign of lion Club International Foundation in 2000. It has since been integrated into VISION 2020 and is coordinated by the International Ag... |
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| | DBS Bank India enables Customs Duty, Central Excise and Service Tax payments through ICEGATE 2.0 | | 
Mumbai, October 08 (Scoop News)-DBS Bank India has introduced Customs Duty, Central Excise and Service Tax payment capabilities through the ICEGATE 2.0 platform. With this addition, the bank now supports GST, Direct Tax and Customs-related tax payments, making it the only wholly owned subsidiary in India to offer all three major central tax payment categories through government platforms.
According to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, India's merchandise imports reached US$363 billion during April-August FY2026-27, up 18.2% year-on-year, while exports rose to US$215.9 billion[i]. As... |
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| | Anti Corruption Bureau conducted DVOs Conference | | |
Srinagar, October 07(Scoop News)-Anti Corruption Bureau conducted Departmental Vigilance Officers (DVOs) Conference at ACB Hqrs. Peerbagh Srinagar. The Conference was inaugurated / Chaired by Sh. Shakti Pathak, IPS Director Anti Corruption Bureau alongwith other Senior officers of ACB Hqrs. J&K. The Conference was attended by 51 DVOs of Kashmir based Departments.
The Director ACB J&K review the DVOs matter pending with them and stressed upon old matters to expedite on priority. He emphasized upon the need to conduct proper enquiry on the complaints which reflect any element of misconduct on part of the public servants and also advised the DVOs to furnish enquiry reports which clearly ... |
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| | Hindi Pakhwada concludes at NIT Srinagar, top performers felicitated | | |
Srinagar, October 07(Scoop News)- The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar on Wednesday concluded its Hindi Pakhwada celebrations with a valedictory ceremony and felicitation of winners and participants who excelled in various competitions and Hindi language examinations.
Organised by the Rajbhasha Cell, the programme featured competitions, awareness activities and training sessions aimed at encouraging the use of Hindi in official communication and strengthening its presence in the institute’s administrative functioning.
The valedictory ceremony was presided over by Director NIT Srinagar, Prof. Anurag Misra, while noted multilingual writer and broadcaster Dr. Satish V... |
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