| Model Recruitment Rules for GMCs to be notified by 3oth September | | Sakeena Itoo reviews progress on formulation of MRRs | |
Srinagar, August 21 (Scoop News)- The Model Recruitment Rules (MRRs) for Non-Gazetted cadre in all GMCs of Jammu and Kashmir will be notified by the 30th September, 2026.
This decision was taken during a meeting chaired by Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today at Civil Secretariat here in the backdrop of protests by employees of newly established Government Medical Colleges (GMCs) of Jammu and Kashmir regarding non-availability of recruitment rules.
The meeting was attended by Commissioner Secretary ARI and Trainings, Shabnam Kam... | | Read More |
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| Div Com Kashmir reviews arrangements for 18th Harmuk Gangbal Yatra | | 
Srinagar, August 21 (Scoop News)-Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg today reviewed the arrangements for the 18th annual Harmuk Gangbal Yatra in a meeting, here.
The three-day yatra is being organised by the Harmuk Ganga Gangbal Trust (HGGT), with around 150–200 pilgrims expected to participate.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal Jitin Kishore, SSP Traff ... | | Read More |
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| ‘Govt aims to turn children’s passion into profession’: Satish Sharma | |  Naidkhai, August 21 (Scoop News)-Minister for Youth Services and Sports, Satish Sharma on Friday said that the Omar Abdullah-led government is committed to create a robust sporting ecosystem where the children and young people can transform their passion for sports into a viable profession.
Satish Sharma was speaking at the inaugural ceremony of the SKB Football Championship at Sports Stadium ... | | Read More |
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| Director, CSIR-IMTECH Visits CIED–IUST Foundation | | |
Awantipora, August 21 (Scoop News)-The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) hosted Dr. Alka Rao, Director, CSIR–Institute of Microbial Technology (CSIR-IMTECH), who visited the Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development (CIED–IUST Foundation) at Campus-III.
As part of the visit, Dr. Rao toured several innovation and technology laboratories established under the Foundation, including the C4i Lab, D&D Lab, Fab Lab and UltraTech Cement Lab, besides other state-of-the-art facilities. She was briefed on the facilities, ongoing activities and their role in providing ... | | Read More |
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| SSP Anantnag Reviews Security Arrangements for Chhari Mubarak Route | | 
Srinagar, August 20 (Scoop News)-SSP Anantnag Shri Amod Ashok Nagpure-IPS reviewed the security arrangements along the route designated for the passage of Chhari Mubarak, ahead of the forthcoming religious procession.
During the review, the SSP inspected the key locations and stretches along the route through which the Chhari Mubarak is scheduled to pass and took stock of the overall secur ... | | Read More |
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| J&K ACB Traps Jr. Building inspector SMC Ward- 28 Srinagar | | |
Srinagar, August 20 (Scoop News)- Jammu and Kashmir Anti Corruption Bureau received a written complaint alleging that Gazala Akhter, Jr. Building Inspector, SMC, Ward No. 28, Srinagar, had demanded illegal gratification from the complainant in connection with the construction of two structures, despite the complainant having already obtained the requisite building permission from the competent authority.
It was further alleged that the accused public servant was deliberately adopting delaying tactics by obstructing ongoing construction and causing harassment to the complainant with the i... | | Read More |
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| Director NIT Srinagar visits key sections, reviews Mega Hostel work | | |
Srinagar, August 20 (Scoop News)-Director, National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, Prof. Anurag Misra, on Thursday visited various administrative and academic sections of the Institute and interacted with faculty and staff members.
During his interactions, he took feedback from the staff regarding the functioning of their respective sections and emphasised the importance of coordination, efficiency and timely disposal of work.
The Director also visited the Counselling Cell, where the ongoing undergraduate (UG) admission process is being conducted. He reviewed the arrangements... | | Read More |
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| Seeks Urgent Intervention to Restore Sainik School Manasbal’s Academic and Institutional Excellence | | |
Srinagar, August 20 (Scoop News)-The Jammu & Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) on Thursday has written to Chief Minister Shri Omar Abdullah, seeking his urgent intervention into the prolonged administrative, academic and institutional challenges facing Sainik School Manasbal, one of Jammu & Kashmir’s historic and prestigious residential educational institutions.
In its letter, the Association said that Sainik School Manasbal was established with a distinctive vision of nurturing discipline, leadership, character, academic excellence, physical fitness, team spirit and a spirit of serv... | | Read More |
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| Indian Army Recruitment Rally from 14-20 September 2026 | | Online Common Entrance Examination | |
Srinagar, August 20 (Scoop News)-Indian Army Recruitment Rally in respect of Online Common Entrance Examination (CEE) 2026 passed candidates will be conducted at Uri Military Station, Uri from 14-20 September 2026. Rally Admit Cards are available for download from Join Indian Army website. In case of any clarification, candidates may contact Army Recruiting Office, Srinagar on email [email protected] or Landline numbers 0194-2310164 & 0194-2311282.
Candidates are requested to report at Rally Site as per date and time mentioned in their Rally Admit Card alongwith al... | | Read More |
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| Prof. Anurag Misra assumes charge as Director, NIT Srinagar | | |
Srinagar, August 19 (Scoop News)-Prof. Anurag Misra on Wednesday assumed charge as Director of the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, succeeding Prof. Binod Kumar Kanaujia, in accordance with the orders of the Ministry of Education.
Prof. Misra was warmly received by Dean R&C, along with outgoing Director Prof. Binod Kumar Kanaujia. After assuming charge, Prof. Misra held a meeting with the Deans and Heads of Departments.
He sought inputs from the academic leadership and assured that genuine concerns would be examined and addressed on priority.
Addressing the Deans ... | | Read More |
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| Rather reviews Pakherpora Urs arrangements, calls for advance preparedness | | Launches ₹40 lakh road upgradation works at Takiya Hayatpora | | Badgam, August 18 (Scoop News)- Speaker, Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, today chaired a meeting to review arrangements for the forthcoming Urs of Hazrat Sultan Ali Aali Balkhi (RA) at Pakherpora, with a focus on ensuring adequate civic amenities, uninterrupted essential services, effective crowd management and hassle-free facilities for devotees.
The Speaker took a detailed review of the arrangements being put in place by various departments. He issued a series of directions for ensuring coordinated and timely execution of all necessary measures during the Urs ... | | Read More |
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| CM Omar Abdullah meets MLAs to discuss developmental and public welfare issues | | |
Srinagar, August 18 (Scoop News)-Several Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) today called on Chief Minister Omar Abdullah at the Civil Secretariat here and discussed key developmental matters and public welfare issues concerning their respective constituencies.
MLA Baramulla Javid Baigh, MLA Rajpora Ghulam Mohi Uddin Mir, MLA Poonch-Haveli Ajaz Ahmad Jan and MLA Bandipora Nizamuddin Bhat met the Chief Minister and apprised him of various issues and developmental priorities of their respective constituencies.
The Chief Minister gave a patient hearing to the visiting legislators ... | | Read More |
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| Student Induction Programme-2026 begins at IUST | | |
Awantipora, August 18 (Scoop News)-The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) today started its annual Student Induction Programme, being organised by the Dean of Students, IUST, to welcome the fresh batch of students. The programme is held in collaboration with the Dean Academic Affairs and the Directorate of Internal Quality Assurance (DIQA), to enlighten the new students about the University’s academic environment, student support system, facilities, and opportunities.
The Dean Academic Affairs, Prof. Sheikh Ajaz Bashir, formally welcomed the students and called on them... | | Read More |
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| Hakeem Yaseen Demands Monthly Support Package for Unemployed Youth, Restoration of Statehood | | Urges PM Modi and HM Shah to restore Statehood with dignity | |
Budgam, August 18 (Scoop News)-President of the People’s Democratic Front (PDF) and former Cabinet Minister Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen on Monday urged the Central Government to announce a monthly special support package for unemployed youth of Jammu and Kashmir until adequate employment opportunities are generated in the region.
Addressing a public rally at Raiyaar in Khansahib area of Budgam, Yaseen said the growing unemployment among educated youth requires immediate and sustained intervention from the government. He said the youth should not be left without income and opportunities while ... | | Read More |
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| Secretary RDD calls for mission-mode push on VB-G RAM G implementation | | |
Srinagar, August 18 (Scoop News)-Secretary, Rural Development Department (RDD) and Panchayati Raj, Mohammad Aijaz Asad, today chaired a review meeting to assess the progress on the Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) [VB-G RAM G], calling for a renewed and focused push to strengthen the Person Days (PD) generation, activate worksites, ensure timely wage payments and tighten field-level supervision across the Union Territory.
The meeting was attended by Director, Rural Development, Kashmir, Riyaz Ahmad Wani; Director, Rural Development, Jammu, Shahnaz Akhtar; ... | | Read More |
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| PSA Srinagar Organized Career Counselling-Cum-Felicitation Programme For NEET-2026 Qualifiers | | Stresses Parental Support & Holistic Student Development | | Srinagar, August 18 (Scoop News)-The Private Schools Association (PSA), District Srinagar, organised a Career Counselling-Cum-Felicitation Programme For NEET-2026 Qualifiers at Al-Habib Public School, Palpora, Noorbagh, Srinagar, to honour students from the district who successfully qualified NEET-2026, celebrating their hard work, perseverance and academic achievements.
The programme was organised under the directions of PSA State President Bilal Ahmad Bhat and General Secretary (Organisation) M. Syed Wani. It brought together NEET qualifiers, aspiring students, civil society members, par... | | Read More |
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| DC reviews Farmer's ID Generation Camp under Agristack project at Kulgam | | | Kulgam , August 17 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Shahzad Alam along with Additional Deputy Commissioner, Vikar Ahmad Giri today visited the Farmer's ID generation camp organized under the Agristack Project at Tehsil Kulgam, to take an on-the-spot assessment of the ongoing registration and digitisation drive.
During the visit, the DC supervised the entire process and interacted with the revenue staff present at the camp especially scheduled for Tamiloo village. He took a detailed overview of the data being submitted, verified and approved on the Agristack portal to ensure... | | Read More |
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| Mehbooba Mufti Visits Flood-Affected Areas of Rajouri | | Demands Immediate Relief and Government Job for Family of Missing Abdul Ghani | |
Rajouri,August 16 (Scoop News)-President of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Ms. Mehbooba Mufti, today visited various flood-affected areas of Rajouri district and interacted with victims and families affected by the recent flash floods and cloudburst.
During her visit, Ms. Mehbooba Mufti expressed deep concern over the extensive damage caused by the floods. She said that residential houses, agricultural land and business establishments have suffered severe damage, leaving numerous families in distress. She also expressed anguish over the loss of lives caused by the cloudburst and ... | | Read More |
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| Gurdwara Singh Sabha Bala Palpora anniversary celebrated with religious fervour | |  Kulgam, August 16 (Scoop News)-The anniversary of Gurdwara Singh Sabha Bala Palpora Mirbazar was celebrated today in Kulgam district with religious fervour, devotion and enthusiasm.
The programme was attended by Deputy Commissioner Kulgam Shahzad Alam and Mahant Manjeet Singh of Jammu and Kashmir, besides members of the Sikh community and local residents.
On the occasion, the Deputy Commiss ... | | Read More |
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| Govt approves ₹10 crore for restoration of historic Rattan Garh Fort in Bhaderwah | | |
Srinagar, August 09 (Scoop News)- In a major initiative to preserve Jammu & Kashmir’s historical heritage and promote local tourism, the Government has approved ₹10 crore for the repair and renovation of the historic Rattan Garh Fort in Bhaderwah, Doda.
The project is aimed at conserving the historic structure, improving its overall condition and developing it as an important heritage and tourism attraction in the Chenab Valley.
The restoration will help safeguard the fort’s architectural and historical character while creating better facilities for visitors.
The initiative forms... | | Read More |
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| SKUAST-K achieves breakthrough in Captive Breeding of Vulnerable Himalayan Snow Trout | | |
Srinagar, August 09 (Scoop News)-In a major boost to freshwater fish conservation in Jammu and Kashmir, scientists at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) have successfully standardized an induced-breeding and larval-rearing protocol for the vulnerable Himalayan snow trout (Schizothorax plagiostomus), locally known as Khont.
The breakthrough, achieved by scientists of the Divisions of Fisheries Resource Management and Fish Genetics and Biotechnology, Faculty of Fisheries, is expected to pave the way for captive seed production, river-r... | | Read More |
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| Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat programme organised across Shopian | | | Shopian, August 09 (Scoop News)-A “Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat” programme was organised across Shopian with enthusiastic participation of youth and students, reinforcing the collective resolve to make the district drug-free and future-ready.
The programme focused on sensitising young people about the harmful consequences of substance abuse and the need to adopt healthy, productive and positive lifestyles.
Participants were encouraged to channelise their energy towards education, sports, creativity, innovation and nation-building.
Speakers called upon youth to become ambassadors... | | Read More |
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