| IUST installs Rotary Peace Pole to propagate message of harmony | | |
Awantipora, September 22 (Scoop News)-The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) installed a Rotary Peace Pole on its campus on Monday, reaffirming its commitment to promoting peace, harmony, mutual understanding and a culture of dialogue among the university community.
The Peace Pole was unveiled by Prof. Shakil Ahmad Romshoo, Vice Chancellor, IUST, in the presence of Prof. Shamim Ahmad Shah, Registrar; Prof. Sheikh Ajaz Bashir, Dean Academic Affairs; Prof. Parvez Ahmad Mir, Dean, School of Business Studies and Director, CIED; Mr. Sameer Wazir, Finance Officer; Dr. Ruheela Ha... | | Read More |
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| CUKashmir, Schumacher Society starts training prog on women’s leadership | | |
Ganderbal, September 22 (Scoop News)- Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir), in collaboration with the Schumacher Society, New Delhi, began a three-day training programme on “Women’s Leadership: Build Leadership – Acquire Skills, Overcome Challenges” at Tulmulla Campus here on Tuesday.
The programme, according to the organizers, aims to strengthen the leadership skills of women and help them develop the confidence and capacity to take up greater responsibilities in their organizations and communities.
Addressing the participants comprising faculty members, scholars and students, D... | | Read More |
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| NIT Srinagar Inaugurates Advanced Observatory for Astronomy and Astrophysics' | | |
Srinagar, September 22 (Scoop News)- The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar on Tuesday inaugurated its Observatory for Astronomy and Astrophysics (NSOAA), opening a new facility for observational astronomy, astrophysics research, student training and public outreach on the campus.
The observatory was inaugurated by Director NIT Srinagar Prof. Anurag Misra, Registrar, University of Kashmir Prof. Nasir Iqbal. The event was also attended by Dean R&C Prof. Roohi Naaz, Prof. GA Harmain, Head Physics, Prof. Prince Ahmad Ganai, senior faculty members, researchers and a lar... | | Read More |
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| Review of Security grid of Srinagar City and decongestion of traffic choking points | |  with multiple stakeholders
Srinagar, September 22 (Scoop News)-IGP Kashmir Shri Sujit Kumar, IPS, chaired a security review-cum-traffic management meeting with all stakeholders at PCR Kashmir. The meeting was attended by the DIG Traffic Jammu; DIG CKR Srinagar; DIG Traffic Kashmir; DIsG CRPF North/South Srinagar; DIG CRPF Ops Srinagar; SSP PCR Kashmir; SSP Traffic City Srinagar; SSP Srinagar; SO to IGP Kashmir; SSP CID ... | | Read More |
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| Govt considering Rs 323.41 cr road projects to decongest Sopore town: Dy CM | | |
Srinagar, September 21 (Scoop News)-The government has formulated four major road infrastructure projects involving an estimated cost of ₹323.41 crore for easing traffic congestion in Sopore town and improving connectivity along the key routes, including those serving the Sopore Fruit Mandi.
This was stated by Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Kumar Choudhary, while replying to a question raised by MLA Sopore Irshad Rasool Kar during Question Hour in the Legislative Assembly today seeking details of a decongestion plan for Sopore town.
The Deputy Chief Minister informed the House that, ... | | Read More |
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| Nasha Mukt Yuva – Viksit Bharat programme held at GDC Ganderbal | | |
Srinagar, September 21 (Scoop News)-A Nasha Mukt Yuva – Viksit Bharat Programme under the 100 Weeks Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan was organised recently by the NSS Units of Government Degree College (GDC) Ganderbal to sensitise students about the harmful effects of substance abuse and to promote a healthy, responsible and drug-free youth community.
The programme was coordinated by Dr. Jamsheeda Akhter, NSS Programme Officer. As part of the Rashtriya Sankalp Samaroh, two major activities—Youth Pledge and Signature Campaign—were conducted. Around 40 students participated in the Youth Pledge, whi... | | Read More |
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| J&K Govt dismisses Teacher under article 311 for POCSO, BNS case | | |
Srinagar, September 21 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir government has dismissed a government school teacher from service with immediate effect and disqualified him from future government employment under Article 311(2)(b) of the Constitution of India.
As per government order number 388-JK (Edu) of 2026 dated 21.09.2026 issued by the School Education Department, the action has been taken against Khalid Hussain, Teacher Grade-II, Government Middle School Bumalpora, Gurinalla, Zone Inderwal, District Kishtwar S/o Ghulam Mohd R/o Gurinalla, Chatroo, District Kishtwar.
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| CS reviews functioning of Rehabilitation Council in its Executive Council Meeting | | |
Srinagar, September 21 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today chaired the 12th Executive Council Meeting of the J&K Rehabilitation Council for Orphans, Women and Disabled Persons to review its functioning, achievements and action plan for 2026-27.
The Meeting besides the Commissioner Secretary, Social Welfare Department was attended by Secretary in Social Welfare Department; DG, Budget; and Executive Director, Rehabilitation Council here.
The meeting reviewed major welfare interventions undertaken during the previous financial year and approved an expanded roadmap focused on ... | | Read More |
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| Annual Day cum Grand Parent Teacher Meet held at BHSS Achabal | | | Achabal,September 20 (Scoop News)- Boys Higher Secondary School (BHSS) Achabal organised its Annual Day cum Grand Parent Teacher Meet with great enthusiasm and active participation of students, parents, teachers and members of the civil society.
The programme was graced by the MLA Abdul Majeed Larmi as the Chief Guest. DEPO Anantnag, Assadullah Mir, attended the function as the Guest of Honour, while ZEO Achabal, Liyaqat Ahmad Chachi, and BMO Achabal, Dr. Akhter Hussain, were present as Special Guests.
A large number of parents, students, teachers and members of the civil society attend... | | Read More |
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| J&K Police seizes 9 vehicles in Shopian, Sopore | | |
Srinagar, September 20 (Scoop News)-Continuing it sustained drive against illegal mining and transportation of minerals, Police have seized nine vehicles including two dumpers and seven tractors involved in illegal extraction and transportation of minerals in Shopian and Sopore.
The vehicles were found involved in the extraction and transportation of mining material, without valid authorization and in violation of the prescribed norms.
Meanwhile in Sopore, Sopore Police seized two vehicles involved in illegal extraction and transportation of minerals in the jurisdiction of PS Panzal... | | Read More |
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| Sat Sharma Reviews Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, Calls for Stronger BJP Grassroots | |  Presence in Kashmir
Srinagar, September 20 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma (CA) on Sunday chaired an organisational review meeting in Srinagar, taking stock of the party’s functioning, ongoing programmes and organisational activities across Kashmir.
The meeting, held at Church Lane, was attended by BJP Vice President Dr. Shehnaz Ganie, General Secretaries Mohammad Anwar Khan and Gop ... | | Read More |
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| Kho-Kho fever grips Sopore as 10 Districts Vie for Provincial Honours | |  Baramulla, September 20 (Scoop News)- The Department of Youth Services & Sports today commenced the three-week Inter-District Provincial-Level Kho-Kho Competition for All Age Groups (Boys & Girls) at HSS Doabgah, sopore, with participation of more than 700 young athletes from 10 districts of Kashmir Province.
The championship is being held under the overall supervision of Director General, You ... | | Read More |
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| No permission sought or issued for proposed Gurez event: AD tourism gulmarg | | |
Srinagar, September 19 (Scoop News)- Assistant Director Tourism Gulmarg today clarified regarding social media post circulated through the twitter handle " Tantra in silence at gurez" that his office has neither granted any permission nor issued any authorization for conducting the said event, through an official communication.
It further stated that, "this office has no information or official communication regarding the proposed event referred to in the said social media post. No application seeking permission for the event has been received or processed by this office,” reads the cl... | | Read More |
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| Sakeena Itoo inaugurates girls sports competition at Kulgam | | new road projects at Aharbal, Manzgam areas | | Kulgam, September 19 (Scoop News)-Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, today visited Kulgam district and participated in a series of programmes besides inaugural and foundation laying events aimed at strengthening the sports, healthcare and road connectivity infrastructure.
Earlier in the day, the Minister inaugurated U/19 girls Base Ball inter-district tournament at L/NK Shri Nazir Ahmad Wani, Government Boys Higher Secondary School, Kulgam. The tournament was being hosted by the Youth Services and Sports Department, Kulgam with participatio... | | Read More |
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| SKUAST-K KVK Srinagar launches ‘Ashirwad Ka Diya’ Initiative | | |
Srinagar, September 19 (Scoop News)- Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Srinagar of Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) launched the ‘Ashirwad Ka Diya’ initiative and kick-started a five-day training programme on natural farming for field functionaries under the National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF).
The initiative was launched at KVK Srinagar, led by Prof Raihana Habib Kanth, Director Extension, SKUAST-K, in the presence of G.N. Var, Chief Patron, PSAJK; Dr S.A. Simnani, Head, KVK Srinagar, scientists and other officials. Farmers, FPO rep... | | Read More |
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| Div Com Kashmir chairs High-Level Meeting on Traffic Management System | | | s
Srinagar, September 19 (Scoop News)- Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg today chaired a high-level meeting of the Multidisciplinary Committee / Regional Transport Authority (RTA) to review the progress of various projects and interventions aimed at easing traffic congestion in Srinagar city.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Commissioner Srinagar Municipal Corporation, SSP Traffic, RTO Kashmir, Chief Engineer KPDCL and Executive Engineers of R&B, besides other concerned officers.
During the meeting, a detailed review was undertaken regarding the pr... | | Read More |
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| J&K Police Arrests 7 Drug Peddlers, Contraband Substances Recovered | | |
Srinagar, September 19 (Scoop News)- Continuing its war against the drug menace, police in Anantnag have arrested seven drug peddlers in separate actions and recovered substantial quantity of contraband substances from their possession.
A police party from Police Station Srigufwara apprehended three drug peddlers at Hatigam Crossing while they were travelling on a Scooty bearing registration number JK13K-5967. The accused were identified as Jahangir Ayoub son of M. Ayoub Fashoo resident of Zirpara Bijbehara, Amanul Azam son of Ab. Waheed Dar resident of Dogripora, Awantipora and Sahib Amin... | | Read More |
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| J&K Police Books Notorious Drug Peddler Under PIT-NDPS Act In Anantnag | | |
Srinagar, September 19 (Scoop News)-Continuing its sustained crackdown on the drug menace, police in Anantnag has booked a notorious drug peddler, Mushtaq Ahmad Wani son of Gh Nabi Wani resident of Panzgam Kokernag, under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PIT-NDPS) Act.
The accused has been identified as a repeated drug offender involved in activities related to the illicit trafficking of narcotic substances. In view of his continued involvement in drug-related activities and to prevent further illicit trafficking, the competent authority orde... | | Read More |
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| J&K Police Books Notorious Drug Peddler Under PIT-NDPS Act In Anantnag | | |
Srinagar, September 19 (Scoop News)-Continuing its sustained crackdown on the drug menace, police in Anantnag has booked a notorious drug peddler, Mushtaq Ahmad Wani son of Gh Nabi Wani resident of Panzgam Kokernag, under the Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (PIT-NDPS) Act.
The accused has been identified as a repeated drug offender involved in activities related to the illicit trafficking of narcotic substances. In view of his continued involvement in drug-related activities and to prevent further illicit trafficking, the competent authority orde... | | Read More |
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| WMDA conducts sanitation drive around Manasbal Lake | |  Manasbal, September 19 (Scoop News)-The Wullar Manasbal Development Authority (WMDA), in collaboration with a local school, Delight Public School, Kulpora, Manasbal today held a series of awareness camps and sanitation drive in the catchment areas of Manasbal lake to raise awareness among people and stakeholders about conserving the famous water body and ill effects of pollution.
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| Sharda divas celebrated at sharda temple LOC Teetwal kashmir | | 
Teetwal Karnah,September 19 (Scoop News)-Sharda divas ,the annual day of sharda peeth PoK yatra was celebrated at sharda temple LOC Teetwal kashmir today.
Hundreds of followers from all across the country took part in the symbolic yatra from sharda temple to Crossing bridge at Teetwal. Earlier, homa was held at temple premises besides holy bath in kishenganga river followed by a bhandara. ... | | Read More |
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| NIT Srinagar hosts workshop on 'Principles and Practices of Translation ' | | |
Srinagar, September 17 (Scoop News)-As part of the ongoing Hindi Pakhwada celebrations, the Rajbhasha Cell of the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar organised a workshop on “Hindi to English and English to Hindi Translation: Principles and Practical Exercises” at the Institute.
Dr. Mudasir Ahmad, Assistant Professor, Department of Hindi, University of Kashmir, was the resource person for the programme. He delivered a detailed lecture on the principles, techniques, and practical aspects of Hindi-English and English-Hindi translation.
During the session, Dr. Mudas... | | Read More |
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| IUST strengthens School-University Connect through Educational Exposure Visits | | | Awantipora, September 17 (Scoop News)- The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), has intensified its school outreach initiatives under the aegis of the Dean Outreach, providing students from schools across three districts of Kashmir with meaningful exposure to higher education, scientific learning, innovation, emerging technologies and entrepreneurship.
As part of the Community Connect initiative, IUST recently hosted educational exposure visits by students from Government Higher Secondary School, Mahind, Anantnag; Government Boys Higher Secondary School, Akkad, Anantna... | | Read More |
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| Sunil Sharma listens public grievances in a public outreach programme in South Kashmir | | |
Anantnag, September 17 (Scoop News)-Leader of Opposition in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Sunil Sharma led a mass public outreach programme in Anantnag, listening to grievances of delegations from South Kashmir.
The programme marked the beginning of an extensive grassroots outreach campaign by the BJP, aimed at highlighting what the party described as the “failures, misgovernance and anti-people policies” of the National Conference-led government.
Sharma was accompanied by BJP State General Secretary Anwar Khan, State Secretary Arif Raja and other senior party leaders.... | | Read More |
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| Yuva Connect Programme Held at GDC Ganderbal | | 
Ganderbal: September 17 (Scoop News)- A Yuva Connect Programme under the Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat initiative was organized at Government Degree College (GDC) Ganderbal on Thursday under the aegis of My Bharat, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India, with an aim to engage and empower youth while promoting a healthy, drug-free and responsible lifestyle.
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| Hakeem Yaseen seeks dedicated liver transplant facility in J&K | | |
Srinagar, September 17 (Scoop News)- Jammu and Kashmir People’s Democratic Front (PDF) President and former Minister Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen on Thursday expressed concern over the growing burden of liver diseases in Jammu and Kashmir and urged the Union and J&K governments to establish a fully functional liver transplant facility in the region.
Yaseen said patients suffering from advanced liver diseases, particularly those from economically weaker sections, are often compelled to travel outside Jammu and Kashmir for specialised treatment, placing a heavy financial and emotional burden on ... | | Read More |
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