| 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.
During the session, SSP Ganderba... | | Read More |
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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.
The JKCCC delegation... | | Read More |
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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.
On this occasion, SSP Ganderbal and other senior of... | | Read More |
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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.
The event witnessed the participation of more than 3 ... | | Read More |
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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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| IUST Organizes Plantation Drive at Charar-i-Sharief | | |
Awantipora, March 29 (Scoop News)-In continuation of Plantation Week celebrations, the Islamic University of Science & Technology organized a plantation drive at Alamdar Memorial College of Nursing & Medical Technology under the theme Donate, Plant or Own a Tree.
The programme was conducted in collaboration with the Jammu and Kashmir Forest Department (DFO Budgam) and supported by the Dean Outreach Office, IUST. The drive witnessed active participation from the college administration, faculty, students, and officials from both IUST and the Forest Department.
The initiative aimed at... | | Read More |
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| Cursor Hackathon Kashmir concludes at NIT Srinagar | |  125 teams participated, 15 reached final round
Srinagar, March 29 (Scoop News)-The two-day Cursor Hackathon Kashmir concluded at National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, drawing strong participation and showcasing innovative, real-world tech solutions developed by young innovators.
A total of 125 teams participated on Day 1, submitting projects after intensive ideation and development cycles. The event stood out for its inclusivi ... | | Read More |
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| J&K ACB traps and arrests Executive Engineer Jal Shakti (PHE) Mechanical Division | | South Awantipora for demanding and accepting bribe of ₹12,000 | |
Srinagar, March 28 (Scoop News)- J&K Anti Corrupting Bureau received a written complaint to the effect that Executive Engineer Jal Shakti (PHE) Mechanical Division South Awantipora namely Manzoor Ahmad Dar is demanding a bribe of ₹20,000 from him for clearing of Bills on account of Annual Maintenance Contract (AMC) works carried out by him at the said PHE Mechanical Division, out of which the complainant has earlier paid an amount of ₹8000 to the suspect and the remaining amount of ₹12000 was to be paid after the clearance of the bills.
The complainant chose not to pay bribe and inste... | | Read More |
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| Police Solves Two Theft Cases In Awantipora; Accused Arrested | | Stolen Property Recovered | |
Srinagar, March 28 (Scoop News)- Police solved two thefts cases in Awantipora by arresting two accused persons involved in the commission of crime and recovered stolen property from their possession.
During the course of investigation of case FIR No. 62/2026 and 67/2026 of Police Station Awantipora, a police party led by SHO PS Awantipora along with IC PP Toll Plaza, employed modern investigative techniques, including examination and analysis of CCTV footage from multiple locations. These efforts led to the identification and subsequent arrest of two accused persons identified as Mohd... | | Read More |
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| Police remains committed to curbing illegal activities and safeguarding natural resources | | |
Srinagar, March 28 (Scoop News)- In a continued effort to combat drug abuse and raise awareness among the public, Police organised a Drug Awareness Rally in Anantnag. The rally commenced from Wazir Bagh Anantnag, proceeded to Lal Chowk Anantnag, and culminated back at Wazir Bagh.
The rally witnessed enthusiastic participation from students of various schools across District Anantnag, members of civil society, and senior police officers and officials. Participants carried placards and raised slogans highlighting the harmful effects of drug abuse and the importance of a drug-free society... | | Read More |
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| Two-day Cursor Hackathon Kashmir Kicks Off at NIT Srinagar | |  Evaluations, sponsor tracks provide exposure to industry-standard technologies and tools
Srinagar, March 28 (Scoop News)-The much-anticipated Cursor Hackathon Kashmir began on Saturday at National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, marking the launch of a two-day innovation-focused event aimed at fostering impactful and scalable solutions among student participants.
The hackathon serves as a platform for young innovators to showcase their technical skills, creativity, and p ... | | Read More |
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