Mehbooba Mufti Reaches Out to J&K Leaders
Calls for Unified Representation to PM and HM
6/2/2026 8:08:25 PM


Srinagar, June 02 (Scoop News)- PDP President Mehbooba Mufti has written to a broad spectrum of political and civil society leaders across Jammu and Kashmir, urging them to come together for a joint and coordinated outreach to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah.

In her letter, Mufti reached out to Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, BJP Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma, JKPCC President Tariq Hameed Karra, CPI(M) leader Mohd. Yousuf Tarigami, People’s Conference Chairman Sajad Gani Lone, MP Engineer Rashid, AAP President Mehraj Malik, PDF Chairman Hakeem Mohammad ...
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Ashok Koul emphasizes ideological commitment and organizational strength
6/2/2026 8:06:14 PM


Srinagar, June 02 (Scoop News)-BJP District Srinagar organized a District-Level Training Camp at Church Lane, Srinagar, as part of the ongoing Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Prashikshan Mahabhiyan-2026.

Ashok Koul, General Secretary (Organization), J&K BJP, addressed the session on the topic “Vichar Parivar.” JK Waqf Board Chairperson Dr. Darakhshan Andrabi, J&K BJP State Secretaries Mudasir Wani and Arif Raja, Prabhari Srinagar Dr. Shahnaz Ganai, and District President Srinagar Adv. Sheikh Salman were also present on the occasion.

Ashok Koul, while addressing the gathering, said that t...
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IUST Sports Festival 2026 Inaugurated; Major Sports Infrastructure Announced
6/2/2026 8:03:27 PM


Awantipora, June 02 (Scoop News)-The Sports Festival 2026, featuring Inter-Departmental Tournaments for Men and Women, was inaugurated at the Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), marking the beginning of a vibrant sporting event aimed at promoting sportsmanship, student engagement, and the message of a drug-free society.

The festival was inaugurated at the University's Synthetic Athletics Track by Dr. Shahid Iqbal Choudhary (IAS), Commissioner/Secretary, Youth Services & Sports Department, J&K, in the presence of Prof. Shakil A. Romshoo, Vice Chancellor, IUST; Prof. Sha...
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CM seeks Union Civil Aviation Minister’s intervention for timely transportation of Haj pilgrims’ baggage
6/2/2026 8:23:25 AM
Srinagar, June 01 (Scoop News)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has written to Union Minister for Civil Aviation, Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu, seeking urgent intervention to facilitate the timely and concurrent transportation of baggage belonging to Haj pilgrims returning to Jammu and Kashmir from Saudi Arabia.

In his communication, the Chief Minister highlighted the difficulties being faced by returning Haj pilgrims due to delays in the transportation of their checked-in baggage. He noted that owing to ongoing maintenance works and operational constraints at Srinagar Airport, the baggage of pi...
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CM Omar Abdullah engages with public representatives
6/2/2026 8:17:38 AM
stakeholders on constituency and sectoral issues
Srinagar, June 01 (Scoop News)- Several public representatives and delegations today called on Chief Minister Omar Abdullah at his Public Services and Outreach Office (Raabita) here and discussed a range of constituency-specific and sectoral issues.

Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha) from Ladakh, Haji Mohammad Hanifa, called on the Chief Minister along with delegations representing employees o ...
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J&K Police Demolishes Property of Notorious Drug Peddler in Anantnag
6/2/2026 7:41:16 AM

Srinagar, June 01 (Scoop News)-In a significant action against the drug menace, police in Anantnag, in coordination with the civil administration, demolished a commercial structure belonging to a notorious drug peddler in the Batengoo area of Anantnag.

The action was carried out against Nazir Ahmad Dar son of Gh. Ahmad Dar resident of Batengoo, who is involved in narcotics-related activities. During the operation, one shop structure situated at Batengoo and belonging to the said drug peddler was demolished by Police in the presence of the Tehsildar Anantnag and other concerned officials....
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Anti-Drug Enforcement Drive Continues in Sopore under Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan
Wild Cannabis Destroyed
6/2/2026 7:39:52 AM

Jammu, June 01 (Scoop News)-In continuation of the ongoing anti-drug enforcement drive under the 100-Day Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan, police in Sopore carried out action against the wild growth of narcotic plants in the jurisdiction of Police Post Putkha.

On receipt of credible information regarding the presence of wild cannabis (bung) at village Choora, a joint team comprising officials from Police, Excise and Revenue Departments conducted a destruction drive at the said location. During the drive, wild cannabis spread over the area was identified and destroyed on the spot after...
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Police Destroys Illegally Cultivated Cannabis Crop in Bijbehara, Anantnag, Case Registered
6/2/2026 7:38:17 AM

Srinagar, June 01 (Scoop News)-Continuing its sustained efforts against narcotics and illegal cultivation of contraband substances, police in Anantnag destroyed illegally cultivated cannabis crop in the Bijbehara area and registered a case under the NDPS Act.

Acting on credible information, a police team from Police Post Sangam received inputs that one Gulzar Ahmad Mir son of Gh. Nabi Mir resident of Batpora Marhama had illegally cultivated cannabis plants on his privately owned land situated at Nai Basti, Marhama. Acting promptly on the information, a police party, accompanied by the Ex...
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NIT Srinagar hosts seminar on strengthening social harmony through higher education
· Director stresses need for socially responsible and value-driven education
6/2/2026 7:27:01 AM


Srinagar, June 01 (Scoop News)-A seminar on “Fostering Social Harmony through Community Participation in Higher Education Institutes: A Discourse” was organized at the New Guest House, NIT Srinagar, by the Department of Physics in collaboration with Vidya Bharti Uchcha Shiksha Sansthan, Jammu Kashmir Ladakh Prant.

The seminar brought together academicians, researchers, and students to deliberate on the role of higher educational institutions in promoting social harmony, community participation, and value-based education.

The programme featured insightful lectures by Prof. J. N. Bali...
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CUKashmir’s Maths Deptt holds guest lecture
6/2/2026 7:22:21 AM

Ganderbal, June 01 (Scoop News)-Department of Mathematics, Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir), organised a special lecture on “"AI x Ancient Wisdom: The Civilizational Key to Viksit Bharat@2047" here on Monday.

Introducing the theme, Dr. Haribhau R Bhapkar, HoD Mathematics and NEP-2020 Nodal officer, welcomed the expert guest, Dr. Rishi Bhatnagar and said “The Department of Mathematics is continuously striving for academic excellence by organizing a wide array of programmes. Our initiatives include an Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Webinar, an Innovation Boot Camp, a Workshop ...
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BOPEE conducts Pharmacy Common Entrance Test
1684 candidates appear with no unfair means reported
5/31/2026 9:39:56 PM
Srinagar, May 31 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (J&K BOPEE) today conducted the Common Entrance Test (CET) for B-Pharmacy and D-Pharmacy courses for the academic session 2026-27 at Jammu and Srinagar Centres.

The test was conducted at the University of Kashmir, Srinagar, in the Kashmir division and the Government College for Women, Gandhi Nagar, Jammu, in the Jammu division, with 1684 candidates appearing from across Jammu and Kashmir.

To ensure smooth conduct of the Entrance Test, adequate arrangements were made in collaboration with th...
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Speaker inaugurates NTPHC at Challyan; emphasises easy access to essential amenities
5/31/2026 9:38:34 PM
Budgam, May 31 (Scoop News)-In a major boost to the local healthcare infrastructure, Speaker Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, today formally inaugurated a New Type Primary Health Centre (NTPHC) at Challyan, Chrari-Sharief constituency.

The Speaker underscored that NTPHC is set to significantly augment the medical services in the area, bringing quality healthcare directly to the doorsteps of the local population.

Following the inauguration, the Speaker addressed a large public gathering, where he highlighted the government's ongoing developmental achievements a...
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DC Anantnag attends ongoing Holy Adhikmas Kumbh at Mattan, Interacts with devotees
Stresses seamless facilities for ease, convenience of pilgrims
5/31/2026 9:32:37 PM
Anantnag, May 31 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner (DC) Anantnag, Dr. Bilal Mohiuddin Bhat, today visited Mattan and attended the ongoing Holy Adhikmas Kumbh 2026 alongside the representatives of Shri Martand Tirath Trust (SMTT) and a large congregation of devotees.

The Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by Assistant Commissioner Revenue (ACR) Tariq Ahmad Malik, Tehsildar Mattan, senior officers of line departments and other concerned officials.

Notably, the month long religious congregation which commenced on May 17, is witnessing participation of devotees from different parts of the ...
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SMC bids farewell to four Senior Officers on their Superannuation
5/31/2026 9:31:05 PM

Srinagar, May 31 (Scoop News)-Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) today organised a farewell ceremony in honour of four of its senior officers on their superannuation after years of dedicated service.

The officers who retired from service include Joint Commissioner (Works) Shafat Ahmad Khan, Chief Sanitation Officer Mudasir Ahmad Banday, Executive Engineer Nisar Ahmad Wangoo, and Executive Engineer Mushtaq Ahmad Nowshehri.

The function was presided over by Commissioner SMC, Faz Lul Haseeb, and attended by Joint Commissioners, Secretary, Health Officer, Superintending Engineer Draina...
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Srinagar Police accords warm send-off to retiring officers
5/31/2026 8:44:55 PM
at District Police Headquarters Srinagar
Srinagar, May 31 (Scoop News)-Srinagar Police organized a farewell ceremony at the District Police Headquarters, Srinagar, to honour five Retiring officers for their dedicated service to the Jammu and Kashmir Police. The officers who superannuated include; Sr. PO Mohd Shafi Baba, SI Gulzar Ahmad Shah, SI Shagoof Ahmad Khan, SI Abdul Hamid Sheikh and HC Ali Mohd Bhat. All the officers have rend ...
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J&K Police bids warm farewell to IPS Officer on completion of district practical training in Shopian
5/31/2026 8:40:24 PM

Srinagar, May 31 (Scoop News)- J&K Police in Shopian organized a warm farewell function in honour of IPS Officer Chaitanya Giri on the successful completion of his District practical training and tenure as Station House Officer (SHO), Police Station Shopian.

The farewell ceremony was held at the District Police Headquarters Shopian and was attended by senior civil and police officers includi ...
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LoP Sunil Sharma says Omar Abdullah won’t resign even as executive councilor
“Would accept below than UT-status as long as his protocol remains intact;”
5/31/2026 5:55:22 PM


Srinagar, May 31 (Scoop News)- Ahead of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah’s meeting with NC legislators on Wednesday, Leader of Opposition Sunil Kumar Sharma on Sunday said that the Chief Minister would not resign even from the position of executive councillor, as long as his protocol remains intact.

Sharma said Omar Abdullah would accept any status for Jammu and Kashmir- even below that of a Union Territory -provided his protocol remains intact.

“Remember my prediction: no one, even from the next generations of the Abdullah family, would resign. The Abdullah family is seated on the Chi...
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CM Omar backs innovation, mentorship as SANGAM-3.0 begins at NIT Srinagar
5/30/2026 11:08:26 PM
Srinagar, May 30(Scoop News)-Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Omar Abdullah, on Saturday extended his greetings as the two-day global alumni reunion SANGAM-3.0 commenced at National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, expressing confidence that the initiative would promote innovation, mentorship, collaboration and knowledge-sharing while contributing to the academic and professional growth of the institution and the region.

Organised by the Office of Dean Alumni and International Affairs in collaboration with the Alumni Association of REC-NIT Srinagar, the event aims to strengthen ...
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Health Minister convenes grievances redress camp
5/30/2026 11:05:08 PM
Pulwama, May 30(Scoop News)-Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo, today convened a public grievances redress camp at Circuit House Pulwama.

The event was attended by MLA Pampore Justice Hasnain Masoodi, MLA Zainapora Showkat Hussain Ganie, Programme Officer ICDS, Chief Medical Officer Pulwama, Assistant Commissioner Development Pulwama, Executive Engineers of R&B, PHE and other line departments besides officers from the Health, Education and Social Welfare departments.

During the camp, deputations from different villages and urban areas o...
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