| J&K moves to build a Multiversity for future-ready educatio | | CS consults Academics, Officers to workout the framework | |
Srinagar, October 01(Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today held a detailed consultation with Vice Chancellors of Universities and senior functionaries of the Higher Education Department to explore the creation of a Multiversity ecosystem in Jammu and Kashmir, leveraging the collective academic, research, technological and infrastructural strengths of the region’s universities and premier institutions.
The meeting was attended by Vice Chancellors of the universities of J&K, Commissioner Secretary, Higher Education Department; Director Colleges, J&K, and other concerned officer... | | Read More |
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| LG and CM Greet People on the Eve of Gandhi Jayanti | | |
Srinagar, October 01(Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha and CM Omar Abdullah greeted the people on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, which will be celebrated tomorrow on 2nd October, 2026.
In a message, the Lieutenant Governor has said, “On the occasion of the 157th birth anniversary of our Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, I extend my heartiest greetings to the people of Jammu Kashmir.
“Pujya Bapu showed the world that truth, non-violence and self-reliance are eternal paths to peace. His timeless ideals of Satya, Ahimsa, Swadeshi, Swachhata and Sarvodaya continue ... | | Read More |
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| Hakeem Yaseen urges foolproof arrangements for Sheikh-ul-Aalam (RA) Urs at Charar-i-Sharief | | |
Srinagar, October 01(Scoop News)-Peoples Democratic Front (PDF) President and former Cabinet Minister, Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen, has urged the administration to ensure comprehensive and foolproof arrangements for the annual Urs of Hazrat Sheikh-ul-Aalam Sheikh Noor-ud-Din Noorani (RA) at Charar-i-Sharief, commencing on October 7.
In a statement, Yaseen said thousands of devotees from different parts of Jammu and Kashmir are expected to visit the revered shrine during the Urs and called for adequate arrangements for their convenience, safety and smooth movement.
He stressed the need for ... | | Read More |
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| No Eligible Voter to be left behind: CEO | | |
Srinagar, October 01 (Scoop News)-Chief Electoral Officer, J&K, Sanjeev Verma, today chaired a meeting with District Election Officers and EROs for the enrolment of left out and young/first time eligible electors under the process of continuous updation. Special attention was emphasised for left-out eligible electors who have attained eligibility for registration.
The CEO also directed that Booth Level Officers should undergo House-to-House visits and remain accessible to eligible electors requiring assistance with enrolment or related forms. They were also asked to facilitate the proper... | | Read More |
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| Director SKIMS calls for community-wide CPR training to strengthen response to cardiac emergencies | | |
Srinagar, September 30 (Scoop News)-On World Heart Day, Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) launched 'CPR 360', a structured academic and community outreach initiative to strengthen preparedness for cardiac emergencies and equip people with lifesaving cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills.
A key component of the launch was a hands-on community CPR workshop. Participants came from diverse sections of society, including the Traffic Police, trekking community, schools and gymnasiums. They received practical demonstrations and training in basic CPR and other essential f... | | Read More |
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| Two Years, Two Promised Fire Stations, Still No Fire Tenders? | | Mehbooba Questions Omar as Warwan Burns Again | |
Srinagar, September 30 (Scoop News)-PDP President and former Chief Minister Ms Mehbooba Mufti has expressed shock and deep concern over the devastating fire in Mungli village of Warwan, Kishtwar, which has once again exposed the vulnerability of people living in the remote valley.
Questioning the government over the assurances made after the devastating fire of October 2024, Mufti asked, “Nearly two years ago, fire stations and fire tenders were promised for Warwan and Marwah. Where are those fire tenders today?”
During his visit to the fire-ravaged area in October 2024, Chief Ministe... | | Read More |
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| Relief material dispatched for Mungli Warwan fire victims | | Fire restricted to 7 residential structures (Houses), No loss of life reported: DC | | Kishtwar,September 30 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar Pankaj Kumar Sharma today flagged off relief material for the fire victims of Village Mungli, Tehsil Warwan.
The relief material provided by the Red Cross includes kitchen sets, blankets, tents, mattresses, kitchenware, jugs, buckets and other essential items. In addition, food kits containing rice, flour, oil and lentils have also been provided to the affected families.
Briefing the media about the incident, he said the information about the fire incident was received around 12 o'clock in the night. “The houses in the Wa... | | Read More |
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| Tanvir Sadiq congratulates Speaker on successful NeVA rollout | | |
Srinagar, September 30 (Scoop News)-MLA Zadibal Tanvir Sadiq on Wednesday congratulated Speaker, Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather and the Assembly Secretariat for the successful introduction of the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) during the Autumn Session of the House.
Speaking on the concluding day of the Autumn Session, Tanvir Sadiq appreciated the efforts of the Speaker and the Assembly Secretariat in successfully introducing the digital platform for legislative business, describing the initiative as an important step towards making the functioning of th... | | Read More |
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| Speaker directs Government to finalise, notify new Car Policy within 15 days | | |
Srinagar, September 30 (Scoop News)- Taking serious note of the prolonged delay in finalising the new Car Policy, Legislative Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather today directed the government to ensure that the policy is finalised and notified within 15 days.
The direction came after Transport Minister, Satish Sharma presented the status report on the Car Policy, saying that the department would undertake necessary inter-departmental consultations and complete the requisite formalities for finalisation of the policy. It is pertinent to mention that the Speaker had earlier taken note of... | | Read More |
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| IUST’s JK Science Congress enters day two | | |
Awantipora, September 30 (Scoop News)-The second day of the three-day JK Science Congress 2026, being hosted by the Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), witnessed a series of plenary lectures, technical sessions and poster presentations, providing a platform for researchers, academicians and scholars to deliberate on contemporary developments in science, education, research and emerging technologies.
The day commenced with the third Plenary Lecture delivered by Prof. Vinod Kumar Gaur, Former Secretary, Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) and an Honorary Emeritus Scientist a... | | Read More |
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| NABARD Boosts Off-Farm Sector; Inaugurates Common Facilitation Centre | | for Kani Shawl Artisans in Bandipora | | Bandipora, September 30 (Scoop News)-In a significant step towards the socio-economic empowerment of rural artisans, NABARD inaugurated a modern Common Facilitation Centre (CFC) for the 'Kanisoz' Off-Farm Producer Organisation (OFPO) at Odina, Sumbal in Bandipora.
The facility was inaugurated by Dr. B.R. Premi, Chief General Manager, RMSMED, NABARD, Head Office in presence of Shri Vikas Mittal, Officer-in-Charge (OIC), NABARD J&K, Deputy General Manager NABARD, Srinagar, AGM RMSMED Jammu, AGM (DDM) Bandipora Rouf Zargar along with other senior officials and representatives of implementing ag... | | Read More |
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| Chaki Badwani connected with alternative all weather roads to Kulgam—Qazigund: Dy CM | | 
Srinagar, September 29 (Scoop News)-Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Kumar Choudhary informed the House that Chaki Badwani is already connected to the Kulgam—Qazigund road by an existing road, namely Chaki Badwani to Malikabad Kewa Wanpora.
Deputy Chief Minister was replying during a Calling Attention Notice moved by MLA Abdul Majid Larmi regarding Lack of connectivity from Kulgam-Qazigund Ro ... | | Read More |
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| CUKashmir allotted 99 AICTE doctoral fellowship seats | | 
Ganderbal, September 29 (Scoop News)-Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) has achieved a milestone in strengthening its doctoral research ecosystem with the allocation of 99 seats under the AICTE Doctoral Fellowship (ADF) Scheme for the academic year 2025–26.
The allocation by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) marks an important development for CUKashmir's research a ... | | Read More |
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| LG & CM mourns loss of lives in Karnah road accident | | |
Srinagar, September 28 (Scoop News)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha and CM Omar Abdullah mourns loss of lives in Karnah road accident expressed grief over the loss of lives in a tragic road accident in Kupwara.
In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor wrote:
"Deeply pained by the loss of lives in an unfortunate road accident in Kupwara. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. Praying for the early recovery of the injured. I have directed the District Administration to ensure best possible treatment to the injured."
CM Omar Abdullah mourns loss of lives in Karnah ... | | Read More |
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| Government actively pursuing necessary clearances for ₹47.42 cr Barnai–Jawdora road project: Dy CM | | |
Srinagar, September 28 (Scoop News)- Government today informed the Legislative Assembly that it is actively pursuing all necessary clearances and taking sustained measures to facilitate the early commencement of work on the 18.824-km Barnai–Jawdora Link Road under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY).
This was stated by Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Kumar Choudhary in reply to a Calling Attention Notice moved by MLA Nazir Ahmad Khan (Gurezi) regarding the commencement of construction work on the Jawdora–Barni road.
Dy CM replied that the Government is actively coordinating... | | Read More |
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| IUST set to host J&K Science Congress | | |
Awantipora,September 28 (Scoop News)-The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), in collaboration with the Jammu and Kashmir Science, Technology and Innovation Council (JKSTIC), Department of Science and Technology, Government of Jammu and Kashmir, is set to host the JK Science Congress 2026 from September 29 to October 1, 2026, at its main campus.
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The three-day Congress will be inaugurated by Shri Manoj Sinha, Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir and Chancellor, IUST, on September 29. Being organised under the theme ‘Science, Innovations and Emerging Technologi... | | Read More |
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| CUKashmir’s DMS, JKEDI conducts Start-up Idea Challenge Boot Camp | | |
Ganderbal, September 27 (Scoop News)-Department of Management Studies (DMS), Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) in collaboration with Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI), District Centre Ganderbal, conducted a JK Start-up Idea Challenge 2.0 Boot Camp at the Green Campus here.
The programme witnessed participation from students, with 10 aspiring innovators pitching their ideas before the jury, with a participant presenting two ideas. The boot camp provided a platform for students to showcase their innovative concepts, receive expert inputs, and explor... | | Read More |
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| RPO Srinagar issues 100+ Official Passports in a Single Day | | 
Srinagar, September 27 (Scoop News)-The Regional Passport Office (RPO) Srinagar facilitated the issuance of more than 100 official passports in a single day for deputationists selected for Haj 2027 duty in Saudi Arabia.
According to an official post shared by RPO Srinagar on X (@rposrinagar), the deputation comprises doctors, paramedical staff, police personnel, paramilitary force personne ... | | Read More |
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| Police crack theft case in Baramulla | |  Stolen property recovered, 03 arrested Srinagar, September 27 (Scoop News)-Police in Baramulla have solved a theft case registered at Police Station Pattan, leading to the recovery of stolen copper utensils and the arrest of three accused persons, including one juvenile offender.
On 06/08/2026, a case vide FIR No. 186/2026 was registered in connection with the alleged theft of copper utensils from the shop of Shakeel Ahmad Malik, ... | | Read More |
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| NIT Srinagar hosts ‘Alumni Back to Classroom’ programme | |  Distinguished alumni share professional experiences, insights with students
Srinagar, September 26 (Scoop News)-The “Alumni Back to Classroom (ABC)” Programme was successfully conducted today at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, providing a meaningful platform for distinguished alumni to reconnect with their alma mater, interact with students and share their professional experiences, insights and memories.
The programme was organised by the O ... | | Read More |
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| Govt to extend financial assistance to eligible hailstorm affected farmers | | |
Srinagar, September 25 (Scoop News)-The government will extend financial assistance to all eligible farmers affected by the hailstorm that occurred during the intervening night of September 18 and 19, 2026 in various areas of Srigufwara and Bijbehara.
This was stated by Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Kumar Choudhary who was replying, on behalf of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, to a Calling Attention Motion moved by Legislator Dr. Bashir Ahmad ShahVeeri.
The Dy CM stated that the government has put in place a mechanism to assess the crop damage and extend financial assistance to the e... | | Read More |
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| Div Com directs for resolution of issues for timely rollout of healthcare services at AIIMS Awantipora | | |
Srinagar, September 25 (Scoop News)-To ensure the timely rollout of healthcare services at AIIMS Awantipora from October 31, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg on Friday chaired a meeting to review the status of pending issues and expedite their resolution.
The meeting took up several critical matters concerning the operational readiness of the institution, including electricity supply for the running of water supply system, commissioning of the dedicated power sub-station, land-related issues and the fire safety measures.
On the occasion, the Divisional Commissioner directe... | | Read More |
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| Police intensifies enforcement against traffic violations | | tourist fleecing and illegal sand extraction in Baramulla | |
Srinagar, September 25 (Scoop News)-Police in Baramulla intensified its enforcement drive across the district to strengthen compliance with traffic laws, safeguard tourists and visitors, and curb illegal mining and unauthorised extraction of minor minerals.
During naka checking in the jurisdiction of Police Station Kunzer, police seized 11 vehicles for various violations of the Motor Vehicles Act. Six vehicles including Tavera JK01BA-8406, Tavera JK01P-3134, Tavera PB01A-3112, Tavera JK01AB-1427, Maruti 800 JK01L-0936 and motorcycle JK01M-9154 were found without requisite documents and w... | | Read More |
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