| NIT Srinagar takes Swachhata Hi Seva campaign beyond campus | | |
Srinagar, October 05 (Scoop News)-The National Service Scheme (NSS) unit of the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar organised a three-day series of cleanliness, environmental awareness and community outreach activities under the Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 campaign from October 1 to 3.
The programme witnessed participation from students, faculty members, staff, NSS and NCC volunteers and members of the campus community, with activities focusing on cleanliness, sustainability and civic responsibility.
As part of the programme, the NSS unit organised a poster painting competiti... | | Read More |
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| J&K Punjabi Sahit Sabha Srinagar Celebrates 59th Annual Day | | in Collaboration with JKAACL | |
Srinagar, October 05(Scoop News)-The J&K Punjabi Sahit Sabha Srinagar, in collaboration with the Jammu & Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL), organised a one-day Punjabi Seminar to commemorate the 59th Annual Day of the Punjabi Sahit Sabha Srinagar at Tagore Hall, Srinagar.
The programme brought together eminent Punjabi writers, poets, scholars, intellectuals and literary enthusiasts from different parts of Jammu and Kashmir. The event highlighted the importance of promoting Punjabi language and literature and showcased the literary and cultural activities undertaken b... | | Read More |
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| DC Budgam visits Charar-i-Sharief, reviews arrangements for Urs | | Directs departments to ensure smooth facilities for devotees | | Budgam, October 05(Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Athar Aamir Khan, today visited Charar-i-Sharief to review arrangements for the forthcoming Urs and facilities for devotees.
The Deputy Commissioner paid obeisance at the revered shrine of Sheik Nooruddin Noorani (RA) and inspected the ongoing development works, including the under-construction Guest House comprising 12 rooms and two halls.
During visit, the DC interacted with local residents and stakeholders and assured them that their genuine concerns would be examined on priority.
The Deputy Commissioner subsequently... | | Read More |
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| Teachers play an indispensable role in shaping the future of society, nation: Sakeena Itoo | | 
Srinagar, October 04 (Scoop News)- Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, today said that teachers are the cornerstone of the education system and play an indispensable role in shaping the future of society and nation.
The Minister was addressing a one-day Mega Teachers’ Conference on the theme ‘Roles, Rights and Responsibilities of Teachers’, org ... | | Read More |
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| BSF Wular Ultra Run 3.0 held in Bandipora to promote Environmental Conservation, Sportsmanship | |  Around 3,000 Runners, 4,000 Participants Turn Up for Mega Sporting EventBandipora, October 04 (Scoop News)- The third edition of the BSF Wular Ultra Run, organised by the Border Security Force (BSF) in collaboration with Krish Fitness Academy, was held today at Wular Lake, Bandipora, with the objective of promoting environmental conservation, sportsmanship, youth engagement and community participation.
Held under the theme “Save Wular, Run with Bordermen”, the eve ... | | Read More |
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| Tourist Interaction Event held at Zabarwan Park Srinagar | | |
Srinagar, October 04 (Scoop News)-A Tourist Interaction Event was organised today by the Tourist Police at Zabarwan Park, bringing together senior officials of the Tourism Department, Tourist Police, different stakeholders and service providers, besides visiting tourists.
The event was organised under the initiative of Dr. S.D. Chowdhury, SSP Enforcement / Deputy Director Tourism (Enforcement), with the objective of strengthening coordination among the Tourism Department, Tourist Police and tourism stakeholders and ensuring a safe, welcoming and hassle-free experience for tourists visiti... | | Read More |
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| Traffic Police Rural Kashmir issues traffic advisory ahead of ‘Wullar Ultra Marathon-3.0’ in Bandipora | | | Bandipora, October 04 (Scoop News)-In view of the conduct of the Wullar Ultra Marathon-3.0 scheduled to be held in Bandipora on October 4, 2026, the Traffic Police Rural Kashmir has issued a detailed traffic advisory to facilitate the smooth conduct of the event and ensure the safety of participants and the general public.
As per the advisory, vehicular movement along the designated marathon route, commencing from BSF Headquarters, Maddar, proceeding towards NHPC Pethkote and returning to Chewa via Kangrichowk through Wular Vantage Road, shall remain suspended from 5:00 AM to 2:00 PM on O... | | Read More |
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| NIT Srinagar Hosts Expert Talk on Advanced Fibre-Reinforced Polymer Composites | | Director Calls for Greater Exposure to Emerging Technologies and Research | |
Srinagar, October 04(Scoop News)-The Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, in association with Dhaatu Mitra–The Metallurgy Club, organised an expert talk on “Advanced Fibre-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) Composites for Structural Applications.”
The session was delivered by Dr. R. T. Durai Prabhakaran, Professor and Dean (Research & Consultancy), IIT Jammu, who has dual affiliation with the Departments of Mechanical Engineering and Materials & Metallurgical Engineering.
The programme was held under the patronage of NIT Srinaga... | | Read More |
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| Sakeena Itoo inaugurates Social Welfare facilities at Nanil, Anantnag | | | Anantnag, October 03 (Scoop News)- Minister for Social Welfare, Education, Health & Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, today visited Nanil in Anantnag and inaugurated four newly constructed buildings of the Social Welfare Department dedicated to an Old Age Home and PLASH and PAREESH facilities.
On the occasion, Director Social Welfare Mohammad Akbar Khan briefed the Minister about the infrastructure created at the site. He informed that the four buildings have been constructed at an estimated cost of ₹11.27 crore. He further informed that an additional ₹1.10 crore has been kept available fo... | | Read More |
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| ACB J&K traps Deputy Director Agriculture Law Enforcement along-with his tout | | while demanding and accepting illegal gratification. | | Srinagar, October 03 (Scoop News)-The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), Srinagar, received a written complaint alleging that accused public servant namely Naseer Ahmad has demanded a bribe of Rs 2.0 lakh from seed dealer for allowing the complainant to sell plant seeds at his shop. Under compulsion the complainant had already paid the bribe amount of Rs1.0 lakh. Following negotiations, the further amount was to be paid in two instalments Rs 50000/- each.
As the complainant was unwilling to pay the bribe, thus approached the ACB and requested legal action against the accused public servant.
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| Reform Utsav, People’s Plan Campaign Held Across Kargil Blocks on Gandhi Jayanti | | |
Kargil, October 02 (Scoop News)-Under the guidance of Deputy Commissioner Kargil, Rakesh Kumar (IAS), the District Administration Kargil on Thursday conducted the Reform Utsav integrated with the People’s Plan Campaign (PPC) – “Sabki Yojana, Sabka Vikas” across multiple blocks of the district on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti.
The campaign was held at Shakar-Chiktan, TSG, Sodh, Sankoo and Shargole, with the objective of strengthening participatory planning at the grassroots level and facilitating the preparation of comprehensive Panchayat Development Plans (PDPs) through active public ... | | Read More |
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| RD&PR organises Special Gram Sabhas across 4,291 Panchayats of J&K | | |
Srinagar, October 02 (Scoop News)- The Department of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj (RD&PR) today organised Special Gram Sabhas across all 4,291 Panchayats of the Union Territory to mark Gandhi Jayanti and observe Reform Utsav 2026.
The Special Gram Sabhas witnessed enthusiastic participation from Deputy Commissioners, senior civil and departmental officers, Panchayat representatives, officials of line departments, field functionaries, women, youth and local residents. The initiative brought the administration and communities together to discuss local development priorities and str... | | Read More |
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| CUKashmir celebrates Gandhi Jayanti with seminar on ‘Peace, Non-Violence and Swachhata’ | | |
Ganderbal, October 02 (Scoop News)-Central University of Kashmir (CUK), in collaboration with the Gandhi King Foundation–J&K Chapter, commemorated the 157th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi with a one-day national seminar on “Peace and Non-Violence”, alongside Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 at Tulmulla campus, reaffirming the relevance of Gandhian values of truth, compassion, service, peace and non-violence in contemporary society.
Addressing the participants, Vice Chancellor, Prof. A. Ravinder Nath, deliberated on the practical dimensions of Gandhian philosophy and its relevance for studen... | | Read More |
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| 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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