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Top Stories of The Day |
| JK CM chairs District Review meeting of Kathua district | | Inaugurates & lays foundation stone of projects worth ₹11.58 crore |  Kathua, January 07 (Scoop News)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today dedicated development works worth ₹11.58 crore in Kathua district, including inaugurations and foundation stones, aimed at strengthening infrastructure, boosting local entrepreneurship and enhancing livelihood opportunities.
Chairing a District Review Meeting at the Deputy Commissioner’s Office Complex here, the Chief Minister inaugurated key projects spanning rural enterprise, agriculture and allied sectors, which are expected to generate employment and add value to local resources.
Among the major inaugurations were the Bamboo Crafts Common Facility Centre at Sallan (₹2.87 crore), Kathua Kriti Showroom (₹41.51 lakh) for marketing local products, and the Agarbatti Common Facility Centre at Billawar (₹3.39 crore) to support micro-entrepreneurs and self-help groups.
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| CM Omar Abdullah reviews development scenario in Samba | | stresses time-bound completion of projects |  Samba, January 07 (Scoop News)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today held a comprehensive district review meeting at the conference hall Samba to take a first-hand appraisal of the overall development scenario in Samba district.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary; Ministers Sakeena Itoo, Javid Ahmad Dar and Satish Sharma; and Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani. Also present were Chairperson, District Development Council (DDC) Samba; Members of Legislative Assembly S.S. Slathia (Samba), Chander Prakash Ganga (Vijaypur) and Devinder Kumar Ma... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor flags off J&K’s UT Contingent for 29th National Youth Festival-Viksit Bharat | | Young Leaders’ Dialogue-2026 | 
Jammu, January 07 (Scoop News)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Wednesday, virtually, flagged off a 53-member Youth Contingent from UT of Jammu Kashmir for New Delhi to participate in the 29th National Youth Festival-Viksit Bharat Young Leaders’ Dialogue-2026.
To commemorate the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda on 12th January, the National Youth Festival (NYF) dedicated to youth empowerment and unity for the youth is organised annually. In the year 2025, the National Youth Festival was restructured as Viksit Bharat Young Leaders’ Dialogue to align with the vision of Viksit... |
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| | CS finalizes the plan to ‘Transform Skilling Ecosystem in J&K’ | | Five-Year plan aims to empower individuals to be future-ready in J&K | |
Jammu, January 06 (Scoop News)-In a major initiative aimed at making the population of J&K future-ready for emerging employment opportunities, the Skill Development Department today presented a comprehensive and forward-looking roadmap to Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo to transform the skilling ecosystem of the UT.
The meeting was attended by Vice-Chancellors of local Universities, Director IIM Jammu, Managing Director, J&K Bank, Secretary, Education; MD, Skill Mission and representatives from premier institutions including IIT, NIFT and other reputed academic and professional institutions.
While reviewing the roadmap, the Chief Secretary emphasized the need to explore the concept of ... |
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| | CM Omar Abdullah reviews PW(R&B) department projects | | stresses on timely completion, quality execution | |
Jammu, January 06 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today undertook a comprehensive review of the projects being executed by the Public Works (Roads & Buildings) Department at a high-level meeting held at the PWD Conference Hall, Gandhi Nagar here.
On the occasion, the Chief Minister laid the foundation stone of R&B projects worth ₹119 crore through virtual mode and also e-inaugurated R&B projects worth ₹33 crore.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary, Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo, Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister Dheeraj Gupta, Additional Chief Secretary, PWD (R&B) Anil Kumar... |
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Ladakh News |
| Chief Secretary chairs review meeting on Ladakh Land Records Portal | | 
Leh, January 07 (Scoop News)- The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today chaired a detailed review meeting on the recently launched Ladakh Land Records (LaLR) Portal, aimed at enhancing transparency, efficiency, and accessibility in land revenue administration across the UT.
During the meeting, Assistant Commissioner Revenue Shri Shabir Hussain from the Revenue Department gave a comprehensive presentation on the functioning of the Ladakh Land Records Portal, explaining its paperless workflow, digital architecture, and integration with modern survey an... |
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| | Chief Secretary Ashish Kundra chairs review meeting of PWD and Mechanical Engineering Department | | 
Leh, January 07 (Scoop News)- The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today chaired a departmental review meeting of the Public Works Department (PWD) and the Mechanical Engineering Department (MED) at Leh to assess progress, challenges, and future plans related to infrastructure development in the region.
During the meeting, Shri Michael M. D’Souza, Secretary (GAD/PWD–R&B), made a detailed presentation on the functioning and performance of the PWD, highlighting ongoing and proposed works under various centrally sponsored and UT-level schemes. The presen... |
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| | Orientation Training on Newly Developed Bhoti Textbooks Concludes at DIET, Leh | | |
Leh, January 07 (Scoop News)- The newly developed Bhoti textbooks for Balvatika I, II, and III, and Classes I and II were formally launched by the Secretary, School Education Department, UT of Ladakh, Ms. Bhanu Prabha (IAS), along with the Director, School Education, UT of Ladakh.
Following the launch, orientation training programmes on the newly developed Bhoti textbooks were conducted at the District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Leh. The concluding five-day second batch of the training programme, ended by 102 teachers from Kharu Zone, Leh Zone, and Khaltsi Zone, successfully concluded on 6 January 2026 at DIET, Leh.
While addressing the participants, the Head of the... |
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| | Four days School Health and Wellness Programme organised | | |
Leh,January 07 (Scoop News)-The District Institute of Education and Training Leh in collaboration With Health Department organized four days School Health and Wellness Programme from 7th of January to 10th January 2026 for the Newly appointed School Health and Wellness ambassadors, PEMs and PETs at DIET Leh.
A four-day workshop under the School Health and Wellness Programme (SHWP) was inaugurated today at DIET Leh. The Programme is joint initiative of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and the Ministry of Education, aimed at strengthening Health education and holistic well-being of students studying in Government and Private schools of Leh District.
The workshop is being con... |
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| | Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) Successfully Conducted at Leh | | |
Leh, January 07 (Scoop News)- The Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development(LAHD-SSRB)/ District Administration, Leh, today successfully conducted the Physical Standard Test (PST) and Physical Efficiency Test (PET) for the posts of Deputy Forester and Wildlife Guard at Fortune Resort, Spituk–Farka–Zinchen Road, Leh.
A total of 352 candidates participated in the PST/PET. Elaborate arrangements were put in place to ensure the smooth, fair, and transparent conduct of the tests. The PET route covered a distance of 25 km in 4hours and all required PST/PET measurement instruments and facilities were arranged at the venue.
Officials from the Office of the Wildlife Warden, Leh, and the Divisional Fore... |
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| | ADC Kargil Conducts Surprise Inspection of Government Offices | | Emphasizes Punctuality and Public Service | |
Kargil, January 07 (Scoop News)- Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC), Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho, today conducted surprise inspections of offices of various government departments to monitor staff attendance and evaluate the efficiency of public service delivery. During the tour, the ADC visited the Office of Chief Education Office, the Department of Cooperatives and the Office of Tehsildar, Kargil.
The ADC scrutinized attendance registers and checked took stock of sanctioned leaves. Late comers were reprimanded on the spot with the ADC issuing a firm reminder regarding the importance of workplace discipline.
Kacho engaged with staff to ensure that public grievances and departmental wo... |
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| | ADC Kargil reviews arrangements for upcoming LG Ice Hockey Championship, 2026 | | |
Kargil, January 06 (Scoop News)- Additional Deputy Commissioner, Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho chaired a review meeting to finalize the arrangements for the 5th Edition of LG Ice Hockey Championship, 2026.
The meeting was attended by Chief Medical Officer, Superintending Engineer, PWD-Kargil, Executive Officer, MC-Kargil, Assistant Director, FCS&CA, Deputy Superintendent of Police, Executive Engineers, District Youth Service & Sports Officer and other District Officers representing the concerned Departments besides members of Ice Hockey Association in order to ensure smooth coordination for organizing the event the successfully.
During the meeting, it was informed that the LG Ice Hockey C... |
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| | Chief Secretary Shri Ashish Kundra interacts with JKAS Officers in Leh | | 
Leh, January 05 (Scoop News)- The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today held an interactive session with JKAS officers posted in Leh district. The interaction aimed at fostering open dialogue, understanding ground realities, and strengthening people-centric governance in the region.
During the meeting, the Chief Secretary took brief introductions from all officers and encouraged them to freely share their views and experiences. Emphasising a non-hierarchical and open work culture, Shri Kundra urged officers not to be constrained by rigid administrati... |
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Debate |
| Kashmiri Pandits pay tribute to martyrs | | |
K N Pandita
On December 27, Kashmiri Pandits gathered in good numbers at the Abhinav Theatre, Jammu to commemorate the martyrdom anniversary of Pandit Prem Nath Bhat. At least a thousand persons of the community attended the function.
The first notable martyr of KP community was Pandit Tika Lal Taploo. He was gunned down by the local JKLF terrorist outfit outside his house on 14 September 1989. The second martyr was Justice Nilakanth Ganjoo who fell to the bullets of the same outfit on December 4, 1989. Just 23 days later, on 27 December, Pandit Premnath Bhat, advocate and dedicated social activist was martyred in Anantnag. Prior to these killings, in summer 1989, the mahant... |
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| | Indian Diplomacy in 2025 | | |
Asad Mirza
India’s foreign policy in 2025 continued to be anchored in the dual ethos of “Bharat First” and “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam,” balancing national interest with global cooperation. Strategic autonomy, non-alignment, and economic diplomacy remained central pillars of its international engagement.
India maintained a multi-aligned posture, strengthening ties across diverse blocs without committing to any single power during the past year. The strategic focus remained on managing relations with the US, China, and Russia, alongside neighbouring countries and major global alliances.
While early 2025 saw optimism with the launch of “Mission 500” to boost bilateral trade to $50... |
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| | Somaliland Recognised by Israel | | |
Asad Mirza
On Friday last (26 December) Israel became the first country to recognise Somaliland as a sovereign state, a breakthrough in its quest for international recognition since it declared independence from Somalia 34 years ago. However, the move has prompted a critical international and regional response.
The Guardian has reported that the Israeli foreign minister, Gideon Sa’ar, announced on Friday that Israel and Somaliland have signed an agreement establishing full diplomatic relations, which would include the opening of embassies and the appointment of ambassadors.
The recognition is a historic moment for Somaliland, which declared its independence from Somalia i... |
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| | TTP threatens PoK: India’s national security options | | |
K N Pandita and Fatima Baloch**
On 24 December 2025, Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) announced its organisational structure across Pakistan. The new structure will encompass Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), including Gilgit-Baltistan. Under the new plan, Pakistani armed forces are likely to face ambushes while their military bases are likely to be attacked.
The upgraded structure envisages establishing an Air Force unit under the supervision of an experienced drone technocrat. He is reported to be planning to deploy sophisticated portable drones with high-rate target precision. The targets would be Pakistan’s key military bases, installations, military-run industries and other ... |
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| | Trump’s Plan To Reshape The World | | |
Asad Mirza
The last week witnessed both a loss and a win for the Indian diplomacy. The win was being include in the latest proposal by the American President Donald Trump to form a new regional grouping called C-5, and the loss was India being denied a seat at the Pax Silica.
US President Donald Trump is reportedly looking to present a new global alliance, the ‘C5’, or ‘Core Five’, as a forum for global powers. It would include the US, Russia, China, India and Japan. It would seek to side-line the current European-dominated G-7 and other traditional democratic and wealth-based organisations.
The move followed the release of the US’s new National Security Strategy (NSS), which... |
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| | India Extends Warm Welcome to Russian President Vladimir Putin | | |
By Farooq Ganderbali
India warmly welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin on his arrival for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally received him at the airport—an honour that reflects the deep strategic trust and time-tested friendship between the two nations. The visit, marked with dignity and respect, reaffirmed India’s spirit of Ganga-Jamuni tehzeeb, symbolising harmony, coexistence and gracious hospitality. High-level discussions between the two leaders highlighted the unwavering strength of India–Russia relations, built on decades of cooperation in defence, energy, science, technology, global security and shared geopolitical pr... |
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| | Honouring those who braved the brunt of militancy | | |
K N Pandita
Externally sponsored and internally abetted armed insurgency in the Kashmir Valley and the adjoining regions of Jammu is running its 36th year. The security forces and their affiliates, in particular the J&K Police force, have performed a crucial role and made valuable sacrifices in securing the Kashmiri civilian population from the man-made scourge of terror.
The concept, planning and execution of armed insurgency, which employed high skills of involving the local majority population of Kashmir, overtly or covertly, into the plan of creating a multi-faceted wedge in Kashmir civil society, remains a rare negative achievement of the handlers of Kashmir militancy.
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| | SMVDS Medical College Faces Uproar | | |
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Chief Minister Omar Abdulla defends a bizarre and controversial event that happened recently at the SMVD Hospital at Kakriyal, Katra. The admission of MBBS students in the SMVD Medical College has become a subject of controversy.
The controversy erupted in Jammu and Kashmir after 42 out of 50 MBBS seats at the newly established Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME) went to Muslim students in the first-ever admission cycle for the 2025–26 session. This development has sparked strong reactions from the BJP’s J&K unit and several right-wing groups, which are demanding the cancellation of the “merit-based list” released through the NEET cou... |
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| Jammu News |
| Director SDD reviews functioning of Govt Polytechnic Jammu | | |
Jammu, January 07 (Scoop News)- Director Skill Development Department (SDD) Jammu & Kashmir, Shahzad Alam undertook an extensive visit today to Government Polytechnic Jammu to review the overall functioning of the institution and assess the facilities available for students.
The Director was received by the Principal, Er Talet Mahmood along with senior faculty members.
During the visit, the Director conducted a comprehensive tour of the campus, inspecting academic blocks, laboratories and workshops to assess the availability and condition of infrastructure and machinery. He paid particular attention to the Electrical Engineering laboratories, where he interacted with the faculty mem... |
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| | Cancellation of SMVDSB Medical College severe blow to Jammu’s aspirations: Bhalla | | |
Jammu, January 07 (Scoop News)-JKPCC Working President and former Minister, Shri Raman Bhalla, has intensified his mass contact programmes across the RS Pura–Jammu South Assembly constituency, reaching out to people from diverse sections of society to understand their hardships, anxieties, and expectations. During these extensive door-to-door interactions and public meetings, Bhalla patiently listened to grievances and assured the people that the Indian National Congress remains firmly committed to justice, equity, democratic values, and inclusive development in Jammu and Kashmir.
Raman Bhalla expressed grave concern over the distressing condition of farmers, who have suffered massiv... |
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| | Devyani Rana Reviews Education Infrastructure and Academic Performance in Nagrota | | Implores Government Support for Flood-Damaged School Infrastructure | |
Jammu,January 07 (Scoop News)- MLA Nagrota, Ms. Devyani Rana, today chaired an extensive review meeting of the School Education Department to assess the status of education infrastructure and academic performance in government schools across the Nagrota Assembly Constituency, with special emphasis on schools damaged due to recent floods.
The meeting was attended by the Chief Education Officer (CEO), Jammu, Deputy Chief Education Officer (Dy. CEO), Jammu, and Principals and Heads of various government schools functioning within the constituency. The interaction focused on assessing academic performance, availability of teaching staff, infrastructure facilities, enrollment trends, and t... |
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| | One-Day Seminar of Jammu & Kashmir Senior Citizens Council Held at Jammu | | |
Jammu,January 07 (Scoop News)- A one-day seminar under the banner of the Jammu & Jammu, Srinagar, January 07 (Scoop News)- Kashmir Senior Citizens Council was held today at K. L. Sehgal Hall, Cultural Academy, Jammu. The seminar was chaired by Mr. Mohammad Gafoor Dar, Chairman of the Council, and witnessed participation of senior citizens from all regions of Jammu and Kashmir, including the Kashmir Valley.
Several central body office bearers and senior leaders participated in and addressed the seminar, including Mr. Abdul Majeed Bicho, Sardar Kulwant Singh, Mr. Balwan Singh Jamwal, Mr. Mohammad Aslam Khan, and Mr. Ghulam Hussain Wani, besides district presidents, vice presidents, and... |
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| | J&K IMPARD, DARPG, DoPG hold training on Sevottam for Grievance Redress at BGSBU | | | Rajouri, January 06 (Scoop News)- A training programme on Sevottam for effective grievance redress for the districts of Rajouri and Poonch was today organized by the Jammu & Kashmir Institute of Management, Public Administration and Rural Development (J&K IMPARD) in collaboration with the Department of Administrative Reforms & Public Grievances (DARPG), GoI and Department of Public Grievances (DoPG), J&K at Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University (BGSBU).
The programme commenced with an introductory lecture on Good Governance and the Sevottam Framework for public service delivery by Professor Reva Sharma, In-charge Academics and Nodal Officer (Sevottam), J&K IMPARD. She elaborated on citizen... |
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| | BJP committed to Border belt development, and people welfare: Sat Sharma | | BJP holds Poonch district meet at Jammu | |
Jammu, January 06 (Scoop News)-Sat Sharma CA, President, J&K BJP and MP (Rajya Sabha), along with BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, presided over an organizational meeting of Poonch district at the party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu.
The meeting was attended by J&K BJP Vice-President Dr. Shehnaz Ganai, BJP General Secretary Gopal Mahajan, District President Poonch Gurdeep Singh Khalsa, former MLC Pardeep Sharma, senior leaders Sunil Gupta and Mohd. Rafiq Chishti, besides others.
Addressing the meeting, Sat Sharma said that Poonch holds immense strategic and geo-political importance and the BJP is fully conscious of the aspirations, challenges, and sensitivities... |
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| | Bhalla raises alarm over mounting public distress left unaddressed in J&K | | |
Jammu, January 06 (Scoop News)- As part of the ongoing mass contact programme, JKPCC Working President Raman Bhalla today visited various areas of the RS Pura–Jammu South constituency, where he interacted extensively with local residents to listen to their grievances and concerns. During the visit, people highlighted issues related to unemployment, basic civic amenities, water and power supply, and everyday administrative difficulties affecting their lives.Raman Bhalla patiently heard the problems raised by the public and assured them that the Indian National Congress stands firmly with the people and will continue to raise their genuine demands at every appropriate forum. He reiterated... |
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| | Satish Sharma applauds BIG JKPL for promoting youth, sports in J&K | | | Jammu, January 06 (Scoop News)- Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Information Technology, Transport, Youth Services and Sports, Satish Sharma, today lauded the organisers of the BIG Jammu & Kashmir Premier League (BIG JKPL) 2025–26 for creating a vibrant and professional sporting platform for the youth of Jammu & Kashmir.
The Minister was speaking after attending the grand finale and prize distribution ceremony of the BIG JKPL at the University of Jammu Ground, where Royal Goodwill Cricket Club emerged champions after a thrilling final.
Satish Sharma felicitated the winning and runner-up teams and congratulated the players for displaying exceptional sportsmanship,... |
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Kashmir News |
| Rana reviews functioning of Territorial Forest Department in Kashmir Division | | |
Srinagar, January 07 (Scoop News)- Minister for Forest, Environment and Ecology Javed Ahmed Rana today chaired a review meeting of senior officers to assess the overall functioning and performance of the Territorial Forest Department in the Kashmir Division.
The meeting was attended by Irfan Rasool Wani, Chief Conservator of Forests, Kashmir; Irfan Shah, Conservator of Forests, North Circle; Dr. Nadeem, Conservator of Forests, South Circle along with other senior officers of the department.
The Minister had a comprehensive review of key operational, developmental and service delivery aspects of the department.
Detailed discussions were held on the availability and distribution of... |
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| | J&K Police arrests 03 drug peddlers in Baramulla, Pulwama | | Contraband substances recovered | |
Srinagar, January 07 (Scoop News)- Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, police have arrested 03 drug peddlers in Baramulla & Pulwama and recovered contraband substances from their possession.
A police party of Police Station Chandoosa at a checkpoint established at Faqir-Bagh intercepted and apprehended 02 suspicious persons. They have been identified as Nisar Ahmad Malla son of Ghulam Mohammad Malla and Mohammad Ashraf Malla son of Ghulam Qadir Malla resident of Doudbugh Chandoosa. Upon personal search, 467 grams of charas powder-like substance along with one mobile phone was recovered from the possession of Nisar Ahmad Malla. Additionally, 33 gram... |
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| | Mufti Mohd Sayeed had no match in Jammu & Kashmir politics:Mehbooba | | 
Srinagar, January 07 (Scoop News)- People’s Democratic Party president Mehbooba Mufti on Wednesday remembered her father, former Chief Minister Mufti Muhammad Sayeed, on his 10th death anniversary, describing him as a leader with no parallel in Jammu and Kashmir and asserting that the region’s present difficulties stem from the failure to follow his vision.
Addressing party workers, Mehbooba Mufti said Mufti Sayeed believed in direct engagement with people and never pursued power for its own sake. “He went to every village. He never chased the chair, he chased the people. That is why he... |
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| | Withdrawal of SMVDIME (Medical College) Permission a Failure of BJP and LG Administration:Rattan Lal | | |
Srinagar, January 07 (Scoop News)-A meeting of the Core Group of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti was held today to deliberate on the developments of the past 45 days and the recent decision taken by the National Medical Commission (NMC). Following the meeting, a grand press conference was organized under the leadership of the Samiti’s Convener, Colonel Sukhvir Singh Mankotia, where the committee outlined its future strategy and discussed the resounding success of the agitation.
Addressing the media, Convener Colonel Sukhvir Singh Mankotia began by expressing deep gratitude to both print and electronic media. He stated that the media acted as a vital bridge in taking this 45-day... |
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| | Govt has failed to understand J&K’s realities: Hakeem Yaseen | | Says vested interests disrupt peace, calls for merit- and Constitution-based governance | |
Srinagar, January 07 (Scoop News)- President of the People’s Democratic Front (PDF) and former minister, Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen, on Wednesday expressed serious concern over what he termed as the continued failure of the Government of India to fully understand Jammu and Kashmir in its totality, including both its internal sensitivities and external dimensions.
In a statement issued here, Hakeem said it was deeply unfortunate that despite decades of engagement, policy interventions and political developments, Jammu and Kashmir continues to be approached without a comprehensive and empathetic understanding of its unique socio-political and cultural realities.
He said that such an appr... |
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| | Police Registers E-FIR Against Conman for Cheating by False Promise of Release from Police Custody In Shopian | | |
Srinagar, January 05 (Scoop News)-Police in Shopian has arrested a conman for duping an individual by falsely promising to secure the release of his brother from police custody at Police Station Zainapora.
Police Station Shopian received a complaint on 04/01/2026 through WhatsApp from Asif Ahmad Parrah son of Mohd Maqbool Parrah resident of Humhuna, Zainapora. The complainant alleged that a conman, identified as Sajad Ahmad Bhat son of Gh Hassan Bhat resident of Mundoora, Tral, fraudulently took ₹5,40,000/- from him by falsely assuring the release of his brother from police custody. Pertinently, the complainant’s brother Umer Maqbool had been lawfully arrested in connection with FIR No... |
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| | Public Safety Threat Averted as Police Seized Illegal Fuel Consignment In Pulwama | | |
Srinagar, January 05 (Scoop News)-In a significant operation aimed at safeguarding public safety, Police in Pulwama successfully seized an illegal fuel consignment during a routine checking operation.
A police party intercepted a vehicle (load carrier) at Litter on suspicion. During checking, the vehicle was found carrying six barrels of an inflammable substance, apparently petrol/diesel, which was being transported illegally without any valid authorization or permit. Given the highly hazardous nature of the material and the serious risk it posed to public safety, the police immediately seized the vehicle along with the barrels.
Accordingly, case FIR No. 02/2026 under sections 303(2... |
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| | J&K Police arrests drug peddler in Shopian; Contraband substance recovered | | |
Srinagar, January 04 (Scoop News)- As a part of its sustained efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from society, Police in Shopian have arrested a drug peddler and recovered contraband substance from his possession.
A Police team of Police Station Shopian at a checkpoint established at Nadigam Junction, intercepted a suspicious person. He has been identified as Gh Mohi-ud-Din Mochi resident of Nadigam. During search, charas like substance weighing approximately 495 grams were recovered from his possession.
Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 02/2026 under relevant sections of law has been registered at Police Station Shopian and investigation has been initiated.
J&K Police re... |
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Other Stories |
| Deputations call on Javed Rana | | 
Srinagar, January 07 (Scoop News)- Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, today held a series of meetings with various public deputations and individuals at Srinagar, during which they apprised him of issues and grievances.
A deputation of the Jal Shakti Contractors Welfare Association, Kashmir submitted a detailed memorandum highlighting the acute financial distress being faced by contractors owing to the non-release of work-done liabilities under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM).
The Association informed the Minister that contractors... |
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| | NC calls out BJP for Betraying Jammu people, Destroying Future of medical aspirants | | |
Jammu, January 07 (Scoop News)- The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Provincial President Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta, expressed grave concern over the withdrawal of permission granted to the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME) (Medical College) by the Medical Council of India (MCI), terming it a clear case of administrative failure and political apathy for which the BJP-led Central Government and the Lieutenant Governor’s Administration are solely responsible.
Gupta said the decision has jeopardised the future of hundreds of medical aspirants, including admitted students, pushing years of hard work, financial investment, and career aspirations into... |
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| | ADG Armed reviewed functioning of IRP 12th Battalion | | Mountain rescue team training preparedness for Yatra 2026 at Nud Samba | |
Jammu, January 07 (Scoop News)- Shri Anand Jain, IPS, Additional Director General of Police (Armed), J&K, accompanied by Shri Vinod Kumar, IPS, DIG IR Jammu Range, visited Nud, Samba, to review the functioning of IRP 12th Battalion and assess the training of the J&K Police Mountain Rescue Team (MRT).
The ADG inspected the Battalion Headquarters, reviewed infrastructure and facilities, and interacted with personnel during a Darbar, where he heard their grievances and issued on-the-spot directions for redressal.
During his address,the ADG cautioned personnel against drug abuse, emphasized mandatory CCTV training, and reviewed preparedness for the forthcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra–2026.... |
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| | Raas Rang — Annual Production of Nrityanjali A Classical Dance Academy Presented at Abhinav Theatre | | | Jammu, January 06 (Scoop News)-A Classical Dance Academy Jammu, presented its annual production “Raas Rang” this evening at Abhinav Theatre under the banner of Rangyug A Performing Arts Foundation, Jammu. The production was a soulful ode to Lord Krishna, reflecting devotion, grace and the vibrant spirit of Indian classical dance.
The programme commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp by the Chief Guest, Ms. Pallavi Mishra, IAS, SDM Marh, along with Dr. Neeraj Sharma, Registrar, University of Jammu and Suresh Sharma, Receiver, Panchvaktar Mandir & Deevana Mandir. The function was presided over by Padma Shri Prof. Lalit Mangotra.
Special Guests on the occasion included Harde... |
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| | Police Arrests Drug Peddler In Budgam; Contraband Substance & Vehicle Seized | | |
Srinagar, January 05 (Scoop News)-Continuing its drive against the drug menace, Police in Budgam arrested a drug peddler and recovered a contraband substance from his possession.
A police party from Police Post Narbal at a checkpoint established at Syed Mohallah Narbal, near Peer Masjid intercepted a vehicle (Ertiga) bearing registration number JK05M-8910. During search of the driver, 32 grams of Charas like substance was recovered from his possession. He has been identified as Showkat Ahmad Wani, son of Abdul Ahad Wani, resident of Wanigam, Pattan, Baramulla. He has been arrested and shifted to police station where he remains in custody. The vehicle used in the commission of crime has... |
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| | Sat Sharma, Priya Sethi felicitate Rollball World Cup gold medalists | | 
Jammu, January 05 (Scoop News)- Sat Sharma CA, President, J&K BJP, and Rajya Sabha MP, accompanied by BJP J&K Vice President Priya Sethi, Anita Gandotra and Sunita Sareen on Monday felicitated the winners of the 7th Rollball World Cup at the BJP Headquarters in Jammu.
The felicitation ceremony was held to honour the outstanding achievement Hiteshwar Singh and Suvidha Sarin at the 7th Roll Ball World Cup, held from December 14 to 18, 2025, in Dubai, where the Indian team brought laurels to the nation.
Representing India, Hiteshwar Singh and Suvidha Sarin, who competed in the Men's an... |
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| | BJP chalks organizational roadmap for inclusive growth in Akhnoor and Samba districts | | |
Jammu, January 04 (Scoop News)- As part of its ongoing efforts to reinforce party organization at the grassroots level, the Jammu & Kashmir BJP convened an organizational review meeting of party functionaries from Akhnoor and Samba organizational districts.
The meeting was jointly addressed by J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma CA, BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, and Lok Sabha MP Jugal Kishore Sharma. Senior leaders, elected representatives, and prominent party office-bearers from both Akhnoor and Samba districts were present. The meeting was also attended by J&K BJP General Secretaries Sanjita Dogra and Baldev Singh Billawaria.
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| | Proceeding with Recruitments in J&K without Notified Reservation Policy ‘Unjust and Arbitrary’: JKSA | | |
Srinagar, January 04 (Scoop News)- The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) on Sunday expressed serious concern over the Jammu and Kashmir government’s decision to proceed with large-scale recruitments despite the reservation rationalisation proposal, already cleared by the Cabinet, remaining pending final approval and notification.
As of January 3, 2026, the government is pushing ahead with recruitment drives for more than 1,815 Executive Constable posts, along with selections for Armed Police, IRF, SDRF, and other departments, even as the Cabinet-approved proposal for rationalisation of reservations; forwarded to the Lieutenant Governor in early December 2025 continues to ... |
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