| Omar Abdullah hails passage of Private Universities Bill | | congratulates Sakeena Itoo, stakeholders | | Srinagar, April 04 (Scoop News)-Congratulating Minister for Education, Sakeena Itoo, and all stakeholders, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today described the passage of J&K Private Universities Bill as a milestone moment for the youth of Jammu and Kashmir.
“The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly has passed the Private Universities Bill today, marking a significant step towards shaping a brighter future for our youth,” the Chief Minister said.
The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly passed the Jammu and Kashmir Private Universities Bill, 2026 (L.A. Bill No. 08 of 2026).
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| DC Anantnag visits Aishmuqam Shrine; Takes stock of Annual Urs arrangements | | | Anantnag , April 04 (Scoop News)- On the auspicious occasion of the annual Urs of the revered saint Sakhi Zainuddin Wali (RA), the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Anantnag, Dr. Bilal Mohiud Din Bhat, on Thursday visited the Aishmuqam shrine and took stock of the arrangements made for its smooth observance.
The DC was accompanied by the ADC, ACR, ASP, and other senior officers from the administration and various concerned departments.
On the occasion, the DC took a first-hand review of the facilities put in place for devotees who had thronged the holy site from different areas. He issued direc... | | Read More |
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| Departure of Hajj Pilgrims: Div Com Kashmir reviews preparations | | Stresses on close coordination among agencies for smooth departure of pilgrim | | Srinagar, April 04 (Scoop News)- In preparation for the upcoming Hajj pilgrimage, the Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg , today chaired a high-level meeting to review arrangements for the smooth departure of pilgrims.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioners from across Jammu & Kashmir and Kargil, besides departments including Airport Authority, Emigration, Customs, Tourism, Public Works (R&B), PHE, KPDCL, Health, Transport, Traffic, Police, CISF, J&K Bank, and other concerned agencies.
Hajj flights are scheduled to operate from April 18 to April 28, 2026. This year,... | | Read More |
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| Police apprehend drug peddler in Sopore; Psychotropic substances recovered | | |
Srinagar, April 04 (Scoop News)- Continuing its sustained drive against the drug menace, Police in Sopore have apprehended a drug peddler during patrolling under the jurisdiction of Police Post Bus Stand and recovered psychotropic substances from his possession.
During night patrolling near General Bus Stand, Sopore, a suspicious individual was apprehended. During search, SpasmoProxyvon Plus capsules and Alprazolam tablets were recovered from his possession. He has been identified as Ashiq Hussain Shalla son of Ghulam Rasool Shalla resident of Hyder Colony Sopore.
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| Police organises awareness & interactive debate on New Criminal Laws in Pulwama | | |
Srinagar, April 04 (Scoop News)- Police in Pulwama organised an awareness programme on the New Criminal Laws (Nyaya Sanhita) at Government Girls Model Higher Secondary School, Pulwama.
The programme witnessed active participation of more than 100 students along with members of the teaching faculty. During the session, police officials briefed the participants about the salient features of the newly introduced criminal laws, emphasising their role in ensuring justice, safety, and accountability in society. An interactive debate session formed a key highlight of the programme, wherein stud... | | Read More |
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| CEC Dr. Jaffer Akhoon Meets Commissioner, Srinagar Municipal Corporation | | 
Srinagar, April 03 (Scoop News)-Hon’ble Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC) of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, met with Fazlul Haseeb, IAS, Commissioner, Srinagar Municipal Corporation, during his visit to Srinagar. The meeting focused on key civic issues affecting students and residents of Kargil living in Srinagar.
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| VC Leads Expert Interaction with Geomatics Students at IUST | | |
Awantipora, April 03 (Scoop News)-As part of its ongoing Expert Interaction Series, the Department of Geomatics, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), organised an interactive programme featuring Vice Chancellor Prof. Shakil Ahmad Romshoo with students, research scholars, and faculty members.
In his address, Prof. Romshoo highlighted the growing significance of geospatial technologies in governance, environmental management, disaster risk reduction, and sustainable development. He emphasized the need for students to focus on skill development, innovation, and research exce... | | Read More |
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| Private Schools’ Association Convenes Crucial Meeting | | Calls For Time-Bound Elections; Emphasizes Fair Representation Of All Schools | |
Srinagar, April 02 (Scoop News)- An important meeting of the Private Schools’ Association was convened under the leadership of J&K State Senior Vice President Manzoor Ahmad Rather, with participation of a large number of members and representatives from various districts of Jammu & Kashmir, both physically and virtually. The meeting deliberated upon key organisational and school matters, recent developments and the future course of action regarding the conduct of elections within the Association.
The participants recalled that after the retirement of founding State President G.N. Var i... | | Read More |
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| SSP Ganderbal Interacts with Probationary PSIs Of Batch-2024 Undergoing Phase-II Practical Training | | |
Srinagar, April 02 (Scoop News)- In a significant step towards strengthening professional policing and capacity building, SSP Ganderbal Shri Khalil Ahmad Poswal-JKPS today interacted with the Probationary Sub-Inspectors (PSIs) of Batch-2024 currently undergoing Job Practical Training (Phase-II) in District Ganderbal.
The interactive session was held at the Conference Hall of District Police Office (DPO) Ganderbal, where SSP Ganderbal reviewed the progress, performance, and overall learning experience of the probationers during their ongoing training.
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| Hakeem Yaseen calls for action on reservation policy, jobs, and tourism | | | Srinagar, April 02 (Scoop News)-President of the People’s Democratic Front (PDF) and former Cabinet Minister Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen on Thursday said that key public issues in Jammu and Kashmir continue to remain unaddressed, alleging that attention is being diverted from pressing concerns.
Addressing a convention at Khansahib in Budgam, Yaseen stressed that clarity on the reservation policy is urgently needed, as uncertainty is creating difficulties for youth applying for jobs and pursuing education. He said the government must bring out a transparent framework to address growing concerns... | | Read More |
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| Parliament Must Lead with Justice and Compassion: MP Er Rashid | | |
New Delhi, April 02 (Scoop News)-Member of Parliament from Baramulla Engineer Rashid delivered a detailed and hard-hitting speech in Parliament, raising serious concerns over overcrowded prisons, misuse of stringent laws and contradictions in the system while participating in the discussion on the Jan Vishwas Bill.
Thanking the House, Baramulla MP Er Rashid said the objective of the bill to decriminalize minor offences and build public trust is welcome. “Perhaps nobody understands this better than me. Our jails are overcrowded and courts are under immense burden. People often blame jud... | | Read More |
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| Property Worth Lakhs Attached By Police In Pulwama | | |
Srinagar, April 02 (Scoop News)-As part of its intensified campaign against narcotics trafficking and with an aim to dismantle the financial network of the drug trade, police in Pulwama has attached a double-storied residential house valued at approximately ₹30,16,402/- (Rupees Thirty Lakhs Sixteen Thousand Four Hundred Two only) situated at Waghama Bijbehara.
The attached property belongs to Athar Maqbool son of Mohd Maqbool Ganie resident of Waghama Bijbehara. The property has been found to be illegally acquired through proceeds of narcotics trafficking and has been seized and attach... | | Read More |
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| J&K ACB files charge-sheet against 05 accused | | SMC officials and one beneficiary, in violation of building permission case. | |
Srinagar, April 02 (Scoop News)-Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau produced Charge sheet in case FIR No. 11/2020 for the commission of offences U/S 5(1)(d) r/w5(2) of J&K Prevention of Corruption Act. Svt. 2006, 120-B RPC at Police Station ACB Srinagar Kashmir before the Court of Additional Special Judge Anti-Corruption Srinagar against 05 accused persons of the Srinagar Municipal Committee (SMC) Namely 1. Choudary Mehraj-Din Bhuja S/O Ghulam Qadir R/O Maharaj Bazar A/P Bemina the then Ward Officer. 2. Showkat Hussain Hamdani S/O Gh Nabi Hamdani R/O Khankai Mohalla Srinagar then Ward... | | Read More |
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| JKCCC Delegation Meets Financial Commissioner, Addl. Chief Secretary; Key Issues Resolved | | Chairman Jeelani Purza Welcomes Government Support | |
Srinagar, April 01 (Scoop News)- A delegation of the Jammu & Kashmir Contractors Coordination Committee (JKCCC), led by its Chairman Ghulam Jeelani Purza, recently held a detailed and cordial meeting with the Financial Commissioner (Additional Chief Secretary), Shailendra Kumar, to discuss a range of pressing issues faced by the contractor fraternity across Jammu & Kashmir.
The meeting, held in a constructive and positive atmosphere, focused on resolving long-pending concerns and ensuring the smooth execution of developmental works across the Jammu & Kashmir.
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| J&K Police accords warm send-off to 03 officers on their superannuation in Ganderbal | | |
Srinagar, March 31 (Scoop News)-J&K Police accorded a warm and respectful farewell to 03 police officers on the occasion of their superannuation in Ganderbal.
Police accorded a warm send-off to 03 Police officers after organising an impressive function for Sub-Inspector, Head Constable and Follower on their retirement at Conference Hall, DPO Ganderbal. Upon attaining the age of superannuation, the Police officers were bid farewell today by SSP Ganderbal Shri Khalil Ahmad Poswal-JKPS and other senior Police Officers of the district.
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| Anti-Corruption Court Convicts accused and others for fraudulent appointment | | in government service | |
Srinagar, March 31 (Scoop News)-In a significant verdict reinforcing the commitment to combat corruption, the Hon’ble Special Judge Anti-Corruption Court Pulwama, Dr. Noor Mohamad Mir, convicted 1. Ghulam Mohammad Sheikh S/O Assad Sheikh R/O Dadsar Tral, 2. Bashir Ahmad Shah S/O Wali Mohd Shah R/O Dadsar Tral, 3. Syed Showkeen Andrabi S/O Syed Sharief Andrabi R/O Chandgam Nownagri Pulwama, 4. Mohammad Ashraf Khan S/O Ab. Aziz Khan R/O Naina, Batpora and 5. Hamida Akhter D/o Ghulam Ahmad Salroo R/O Bijbehara accused in Criminal Case titled “State of J&K (Now UT of J&K) through P/S VOK (N... | | Read More |
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| NIT Srinagar secures patent for AI-IoT Based Smart Hamaam system | | 
Srinagar, March 31 (Scoop News)- In a major technological breakthrough, the National Institute of Technology Srinagar has secured a patent for an innovative system aimed at modernising the traditional Hamaam through artificial intelligence and Internet of Things (IoT)-based automation.
The patented invention, titled “An Automated Temperature Control System for Underfloor Heating,” has been d ... | | Read More |
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| ICSS, IUST Organizes Religio-Historical Visit in Srinagar | | |
Awantipora,March 31 (Scoop News)- The International Centre for Spiritual Studies (ICSS), Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), organized an exposure visit aimed to enhance the students’ understanding of Kashmir’s rich spiritual and cultural heritage.
The students visited several important sites of religio-historical significance in Srinagar, including Aali Masjid, Eidgāh, the shrine of Sayyid Sharaf al-Dīn ʿAbd al-Raḥmān (Bulbul Shāh) RA, the tomb of Sulṭān Ṣadr al-Dīn (Rinchin Shāh), the shrine of Shaykh Yaʿqūb Ṣarfī RA, Baytul Meeraas, and Dargāh Ḥaḍratbal. The vi... | | Read More |
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| DC Srinagar Inspects newly constructed hostel for wards of ex-servicemen/martyrs at Peerbagh | | |
Srinagar, March 30 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo on Monday conducted an inspection visit to the newly constructed hostel for wards of ex-servicemen and martyrs at Peerbagh, Srinagar
During the visit, the DC was accompanied by several senior officials, including Director Sainik Welfare Pankaj Chib, Additional Deputy Commissioner Mir Imtiyaz Ul Aziz, Chief Planning Officer Fayaz Ahmad Dar, District Social Welfare Officer Dr Mukhtar Ahmad, Executive Engineer R&B Khalid Mehmood, Tehsildar Chanpora Kifayat Hussain and Zila Sainik Welfare Officer Farooq Fareed,... | | Read More |
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| Ashok Koul emphasizes discipline, service spirit at BJP training camp in Kupwara | | 
Kupwara, March 30 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, addressed party workers during the Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay Training Camp held in Langate constituency of Handwara in District Kupwara.
BJP National Executive member Ghulam Mohmmad Mir, J&K BJP Secretary Mudasir Wani, Media Incharge Kashmir Adv Sajid Yousuf Shah, District President Kupwara Mohmmad Rafiq Sha ... | | Read More |
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| IUST Hosts Alumni Entrepreneurs Conclave to Strengthen Alumni Engagement | | 
Awantipora, March 30 (Scoop News)- The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) today organized its first-ever Alumni Entrepreneurs Meet under the University Alumni Connect initiative conducted under the aegis of Dean Outreach, marking a significant step towards strengthening structured engagement with its alumni community.
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| Waheed Para’s Sheikh-ul-Alam University Bill Rejected by J&K Government | | 
Srinagar, March 30 (Scoop News)-The proposed Sheikh-ul-Alam University Bill for Pulwama (Bill No. 9 of 2025)—tabled in the Assembly by Pulwama MLA Waheed Para to establish the region’s first private university—was rejected by the government.
Led by Education Minister Sakina Itoo, the J&K government turned down the bill despite persistent appeals and mounting pressure from Waheed Para to hav ... | | Read More |
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