| IUST Undergraduate Honoured with International Obada Prize for Innovative Research | | |
Awantipora,December 05 (Scoop News)- Ms. Barkah Hussain, a first-semester Computer Science Engineering student at the Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), has been awarded the prestigious international Obada Prize.
The award, established in recognition of Prof. Abdel-Shafy Obada, encourages and recognises innovative and interdisciplinary research. Ms. Hussain is one of only four recipients globally this year and notably the sole undergraduate student selected in the undergraduate and postgraduate category, standing alongside postgraduate scholars.
Congratulating t... | | Read More |
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| Police Arrests Long-Time Absconder In Anantnag | | |
Srinagar, December 04 (Scoop News)- In a significant breakthrough, Police in Anantnag have successfully apprehended a long-time absconder who had been evading arrest for an extended period.
The accused Rattan Chand son of Vikru Chand resident of Gurah Kalyal, Billawar, was wanted in connection with FIR No. 45/2013, registered under sections 366, 376, and 343 RPC dated 15/05/2013 of PS Achabal. After sustained efforts and meticulous tracking, he was arrested from Mahanpur, Basohli, District Kathua.
The individual has been taken into custody and will be produced before the concerned... | | Read More |
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| Police Arrests Long-Time Absconder In Anantnag | | |
Srinagar, December 04 (Scoop News)- In a significant breakthrough, Police in Anantnag have successfully apprehended a long-time absconder who had been evading arrest for an extended period.
The accused Rattan Chand son of Vikru Chand resident of Gurah Kalyal, Billawar, was wanted in connection with FIR No. 45/2013, registered under sections 366, 376, and 343 RPC dated 15/05/2013 of PS Achabal. After sustained efforts and meticulous tracking, he was arrested from Mahanpur, Basohli, District Kathua.
The individual has been taken into custody and will be produced before the concerned... | | Read More |
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| Institution of Engineers (India) organizing All-India Two-Day Workshop on "Zabaan-o-Bunyad" | | | Srinagar, December 04 (Scoop News)-The Institution of Engineers (India) J&K State Centre is organizing an All-India Two-Day Workshop titled "Zabaan-o-Bunyad", Empowering Non-Engineer Builders through Urdu-Medium Technical Training,” scheduled on 5th and 6th December 2025, from 2:00 PM onwards, at the Auditorium of IEI J&K State Centre, Sonwarbagh, Srinagar.
This initiative is a skill-building program aimed at empowering non-engineer builders and the on-site skilled workforce by providing technical training in the accessible Urdu language.
Er. Ferdous Ahad Bhat, FIE, C. Eng (I),Chairman... | | Read More |
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| IUST’s Nursing College Organizes Awareness Programme on Substance Abuse & Prevention | | |
Srinagar, December 03 (Scoop News)- Charar-i-Sharief, Budgam, December 3: Under IUST’s Community Outreach Program, Alamdar Memorial College of Nursing & Medical Technology (AMCONMT), Charar-i-Sharief, Budgam, constituent college of the Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), organized an Awareness Programme on ‘Substance Abuse & Its Prevention’. The program was held at Government Degree College, Charar-i-Sharief under the banner of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (Drug-Free India Campaign).
The programme aimed to sensitize students and youth about the increasing threat of s... | | Read More |
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| Cyber Police Recovers ₹5,34,938 in Cyber Financial Fraud Cases During November In Awantipora | | |
Srinagar, December 03 (Scoop News)- Cyber Police Awantipora continues its focused efforts to curb cyber-enabled financial crimes and safeguard citizens from online fraud. As part of these sustained initiatives, the Cyber PS Awantipora successfully recovered ₹5,34,938/- during the month of November 2025 in various cyber financial fraud complaints reported by the public.
Throughout the month, several victims approached the Cyber Police Station with complaints related to UPI frauds, social media scams, online marketplace cheating, fake loan apps, OTP misuse, and fraudulent investment sche... | | Read More |
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| Police Conducts Cyber Awareness Programme In Pulwama | | |
Srinagar, December 03 (Scoop News)- Continuing its efforts to promote a safe and secure digital ecosystem, police in Pulwama organised a comprehensive Cyber Awareness Programme at Panchayat Ghar, Nikas. The session was conducted by officers of Police, who engaged with the local community to spread awareness about rising cyber threats.
During the interactive programme, officers highlighted key issues such as digital frauds, phishing scams, identity theft, and misuse of social media. Participants were educated about essential cyber hygiene practices, including safeguarding personal infor... | | Read More |
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| Justice Vinod Chatterji Koul visits Court Complex Baramulla | | Reviews it's functioning | | Baramulla,, December 03 (Scoop News)- Judge, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, and the Administrative Judge for District Baramulla, Justice Vinod Chatterji Koul, today conducted an administrative visit of District Court Complex Baramulla.
During the visit, the Justice inaugurated the newly constructed Senior Lawyers’ Facilitation Lounge in the District Court Complex Baramulla in the presence of District and Sessions Judge, Baramulla, Jawad Ahmad; Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Minga Sherpa; SSP Baramulla, Gurinderpal Singh, Col. Bindu Nair, 173 Engineer Regiment (TA); President Ba... | | Read More |
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| Div Com Kashmir chairs meeting with DCs | | Reviews Progress on Multiple Administrative Matters | |
Srinagar, December 03 (Scoop News)- Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, chaired a meeting with all Deputy Commissioners (DCs) to review the progress on several important matters, including appointments under SRO-43 for families of terror victims, implementation of self-employment schemes, land transfer cases involving security agencies, and construction of houses for families affected by terrorism and cross-border shelling.
The meeting also assessed the status of under-construction BSNL towers, public grievance disposal, and revision of stamp duty rates across districts.
Dur... | | Read More |
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| Zaiba Aapa institute observes International Day for persons with Disabilities | | 
Bijbehara, December 03 (Scoop News)-Humanity Welfare Organization Helpline commemorated World Disability Day 2025 with a high-profile program held on December 3 at Zaiba Aapa Institute of Inclusive Education, Bijbehara. The event saw participation from around 300 children with diverse disabilities and their parents, who showcased their capabilities through cultural performances, speeches, and o ... | | Read More |
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| IUST Holds BoRS meeting for School of Sciences | | |
Awantipora, December 02 (Scoop News)-The School of Sciences, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), held its 5th meeting of the Board of Research Studies (BoRS) to discuss key academic and research matters and to deliberate on strategies aimed at strengthening the research environment of the University.
The meeting was presided over by Prof. Shakil A. Romshoo, Vice Chancellor, IUST, and attended by senior faculty members and leading academic experts from reputed institutions. The program was coordinated by Dr. Aabid Hussain Shalla, Dean Research, who at the onset highlighte... | | Read More |
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| Police organises debate competition on drug abuse on the theme “Nasha Mukht Bharat Abhiyan” | | | Srinagar, December 02 (Scoop News)-As part of its ongoing efforts to promote awareness against drug abuse and strengthen community-police engagement, Police in Ganderbal organised a debate competition under the civic action programme at Government Higher Secondary School Ganderbal. The event centred around the theme “Nasha Mukht Bharat Abhiyan”, aiming to encourage students to speak against the Menace of Drugs and contribute towards building a healthy, drug-free society.
The programme was graced by DySP Headquarters Ganderbal Dr. Urfaan–JKPS and DySP DAR Shri Altaf Khan-JKPS, who interact... | | Read More |
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| NABARD Delegation Visits IUST to Explore Collaboration for Rural Entrepreneurship & Innovation | | |
Awantipora, December 02 (Scoop News)-A high-level delegation from the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) visited the CIED–IUST Foundation IUST Innovation Campus, today to explore areas of collaboration for strengthening rural innovation, entrepreneurship, and livelihood-based enterprises in Jammu & Kashmir.
The delegation was led by Shri Vikas Mittal, General Manager, NABARD J&K, accompanied by Shri Manohar Lal, Deputy General Manager, NABARD Jammu, Shri Surinder Singh, Deputy General Manager, NABARD Srinagar, and around twenty team members from NABARD. The prog... | | Read More |
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| Scaling New Heights: J&K Youth Embody Adventure and Discipline in Trekking Expeditions | |  YSS Foster Leadership, Resilience, and Environmental Connection Through Organized Treks
Srinagar, December 02 (KIP)- The spirit of adventure and outdoor learning is flourishing across the Union Territory of J&K as Youth Services & Sports Department (YSS) in several districts successfully orchestrated trekking expeditions, underscoring a committed push towards holistic youth development. Young participants from Kishtwar, Ganderbal, Kupwara, and Bandipora districts displayed remar ... | | Read More |
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| Div Com Kashmir Reviews Physical, Financial Progress of SMDA Projects | | |
Srinagar, December 01 (Scoop News)- Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Anshul Garg, today conducted a comprehensive review of the physical and financial progress of various development projects being executed under the Srinagar Metropolitan Development Authority (SMDA).
The meeting was attended by the Deputy Commissioners of Srinagar, Budgam, and Ganderbal; Commissioner SMC; Vice Chairman SDA; CEO Wullar Manasbal Development Authority; Town Planning Officer; CPO Bandipora and other concerned officials.
During the review, the Divisional Commissioner assessed the status of works... | | Read More |
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| IUST Hosts Industrial Connect Program on Data Analytics and Decision-Making | | |
Awantipora, December 01 (Scoop News)- Under University’s Industry Connect Program, The Department of Mathematical Sciences, Islamic University of Science & Technology (IUST) organized a program with Mr. Zainul Arfin, Deputy Manager (Analytics), JSW Energy Ltd., Mumbai.
The program titled ‘From Data to Decisions: Analytics Landscape in Industries’ was aimed to provide the trainees exposure to real-time industry challenges and opportunities in Data Science, Analytics, and Applied Statistics. Mr. Arfin emphasized the importance of data-driven decision-making, emerging trends in analytics, a... | | Read More |
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| J&K police secured life imprisonment conviction in POCSO Act case in Ganderbal | | |
Srinagar, December 01 (Scoop News)- In a significant achievement, J&K Police in Ganderbal has secured Life imprisonment for an accused involved in a grave offence under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The Conviction marks a major success in the Ganderbal Police’s unwavering efforts to ensure justice for the victims of such heinous crimes.
The accused, Varinder Thakur, son of Yadav Lal Thakur, resident of Sariswa, Bihar, has been awarded Life imprisonment along with a fine of ₹50,000 by the Hon’ble Court of Principal Sessions Judge, Ganderbal, under Section... | | Read More |
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| J&K Police arrests 02 long term absconders in Awantipora | | |
Srinagar, December 01 (Scoop News)- J&K Police Awantipora have arrested 02 absconders who were evading their arrest for last 23 years.
J&K Police in Awantipora received non-bailable warrants under section 299 CrPC/ 335 Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita issued by the Hon’ble Principal Session Court Pulwama against two absconders namely Ishaq Ahmad Sheikh son of Ghulam Nabi Sheikh resident of Chersoo & Farooq Ahmad Dar son of Ghulam Mohd Dar resident of Reshipora. The absconders were involved in Case FIR No 85/2002 of Police Station Awantipora.
Accordingly, a special team headed by SH... | | Read More |
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| Rana listens to public grievances at Srinagar | |  issues on spot directions for prompt action
Srinagar, December 01 (Scoop News)- Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, today held a series of meetings with multiple delegations in Srinagar.
The groups raised matters related to water supply schemes, forest and environmental concerns, as well as service-related issues of Rehbar-e-Janglat employees.
The delegations briefed the Mini ... | | Read More |
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| World AIDS Day 2025 Observed at GCOE Srinagar | | 
Srinagar, December 01 (Scoop News)- Government College of Education (GCOE) M. A. Road, Srinagar observed World AIDS Day 2025, an event organized by the Nodal Principal, Kashmir Division Colleges, in collaboration with the J&K AIDS Control Society.
The programme aimed to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS and highlight the role of youth as crucial contributors to transforming the AIDS response ... | | Read More |
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| J&K Police arrest drug peddler in Sopore, Psychotropic substance recovered | | |
Srinagar, November 30 (Scoop News)- In a continued crackdown on drug menace, J&K Police in Sopore have arrested a drug peddler and recovered Psychotropic substance from his possession.
A police party of Police Station Sopore, at a checkpoint at Downtown near Samad Complex, intercepted a suspicious individual identified a Waseem Ahmad Bhat, son of Ghulam Nabi Bhat, resident of Badambagh Sopore. During his personal search, psychotropic substances were recovered from his possession. The contraband Substance was seized on the spot and the accused was arrested. Accordingly, a case vide FIR... | | Read More |
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| J&K Police organises essay competition in Baramulla | | |
Srinagar, November 30 (Scoop News)- Continuing its initiative to highlight the life, leadership, and immense contribution of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (the Iron Man of India) to nation-building, J&K Police organised an essay competition at Government Middle School Udoosa under the jurisdiction of Police Station Uri.
Students from the institution participated with great enthusiasm, skilfully showcasing their writing abilities on the assigned themes. At the conclusion of the event, prizes were duly awarded to the top three position holders. This initiative successfully aimed to both enc... | | Read More |
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| J&K Police recovers stolen vehicle; Accused arrested in Leh | | |
Srinagar, November 30 (Scoop News)- Continuing its efforts to combat crime and ensure public safety, J&K Police in Baramulla recovers stolen vehicle and arrested the accused involved in the commission of crime.
The vehicle, (Tavera) (bearing Registration No. JK04C-1343), was reported stolen during the intervening night of 14th and 15th September 2024. Accordingly, Police Station Kunzer promptly registered FIR No. 119/2024 under Section 303(2) BNS, and sustained efforts were made to trace the vehicle.
Acting on specific information, it was learnt that the stolen vehicle was being used ... | | Read More |
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| Div Com Kashmir reviews traffic decongestion plan for Srinagar City | | |
Srinagar, November 29 (Scoop News)-To address persistent traffic congestion at critical junctions and routes across Srinagar, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, today chaired a meeting of the Multi-Disciplinary Committee to review the implementation and impact of various interventions being implemented by the Regional Traffic Authority (RTA) and Smart City.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Akshay Labroo; Commissioner SMC/CEO SSCL, Faz Lul Haseeb; SSP Traffic City, Ajaz Ahmad Bhat; ADC Srinagar, RTO Kashmir, Chief Engineer PWD, and officers from Srin... | | Read More |
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| Handicrafts & Handloom Dept unveils exquisite Table Book on GI crafts of Kashmir | | |
Srinagar, November 29 (Scoop News)-In a landmark initiative to celebrate and safeguard Kashmir’s rich craft heritage, the Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom, Kashmir, launched an elegant hard-cover Table Book dedicated to Geographical Indication (GI)-registered crafts and the master artisans who keep them alive.
In a press statement issued here today, a spokesman of the department, emphasized that securing GI status is critical to protecting authenticity, cultural value and economic potential of Kashmir’s iconic crafts. “The Craft Table Book beautifully weaves together the stories of ... | | Read More |
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| DC Srinagar reviews status, progress of JKCIP, HADP implementation in district | | |
Srinagar, November 29 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo on Saturday chaired a meeting here at Conference Hall of the DC Office Complex to review the latest status and progress in implementation of Competitiveness Improvement of Agriculture and Allied Sectors Project (JKCIP) and ongoing projects under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP).
Besides, Additional District Development Commissioner, Rifat Aftab Qureshi and Chief Planning Officer, Fayaz Ahmad Dar, the meeting was attended by Chief Horticulture Officer, Chief Animal Husbandry Office... | | Read More |
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| LMD imposes Rs 3.15 lakh fine for violating Legal Metrology norms | | |
Srinagar, November 29 (Scoop News)- Legal Metrology Department under the supervision of Shiv Kumar Gupta, Controller Legal Metrology, has imposed penalties totalling Rs 3.15 lakh for violations related to packaging declarations, labelling norms and e-commerce consumer information requirements across the Union Territory.
The enforcement teams in Jammu found major lapses in the labelling of tiles being manufactured. The products were being sold without essential declarations such as MRP, Net Quantity, PKD, Unit Sale Price, along with incomplete product details and improper font size in cle... | | Read More |
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| Police conduct mock drill at Bijbehara Railway Station | | |
Srinagar, November 29 (Scoop News)- Police in Anantnag conducted a comprehensive mock drill at Bijbehara Railway Station aimed at assessing and enhancing the preparedness, coordination, and operational efficiency of security forces in responding to emergency situations.
The exercise was carried out jointly by the J&K Police, Government Railway Police, Railway Protection Force, CRPF (90 Bn) and Army (3rd RR). A series of emergency scenarios were simulated to test the effectiveness of Standard Operating Procedures and to ensure swift, coordinated action among all participating agencies dur... | | Read More |
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| Ashok Koul chairs review meeting in Srinagar | |  calls for strengthened booth-level public connect in Kashmir
Srinagar, November 29 (Scoop News)-Jammu & Kashmir BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, accompanied by party General Secretary Mohammad Anwar Khan, chaired a review meeting with the State Executive Members and senior party leaders at Srinagar.
The meeting focused primarily on assessing the performance in the recently held Budgam bi-election and further strengthening the organizat ... | | Read More |
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