| DC throws open District Level Cricket Tournament at Sports Stadium Budgam | | | Budgam, April 21 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Athar Aamir Khan today threw open the District Level Cricket Tournament at Sports Stadium Budgam amid enthusiastic participation of youth and sports lovers from across the district and Kashmir Division.
The tournament, organized by the local youth of Budgam, aims to promote sports culture, strengthen youth engagement, and provide a vibrant platform for budding cricketers to showcase their talent. A total of 31 cricket teams from across the Kashmir Division are participating in the tournament, reflecting the growing enthusias... | | Read More |
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| Mentor to District Kulgam for NMBA reviews implementation of ongoing 100-day campaign | | | Kulgam, April 21 (Scoop News)- Mentor to District Kulgam for Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (NMBA) and Chairman JKSSRB, Vikas Kundal, today visited Kulgam where he reviewed the implementation of the ongoing 100-day campaign and presided over a mega awareness programme organised under the initiative.
During the programme, Vikas Kundal led a pledge ceremony in which participants collectively pledged to work towards building a drug-free society and actively support the fight against substance abuse. He also participated in a plantation drive.
A signature campaign was also conducted on the oc... | | Read More |
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| DIPR's Cultural Unit Srinagar organizes Awareness Programme at BHS Theed | | |
Srinagar, April 21 (Scoop News)-As part of the ongoing Nasha Mukt Abhiyan, the Cultural Unit Kashmir of the Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR) organized an awareness programme at Government Boys High School (BHS) Theed, Harwan.
The event featured a thematic short play and a series of folk songs aimed at highlighting the harmful effects of drug abuse and promoting a healthy, substance-free lifestyle. The performances were well received and widely applauded by the students and staff, who appreciated the engaging and impactful medium of communication.
Addressing the ... | | Read More |
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| Earth Day 2026 Celebrations at IUST | | |
Awantipora, April 20 (Scoop News)-The Islamic University of Science & Technology (IUST), Awantipora, is set to celebrate Earth Day 2026 on April 22, with the aim of engaging youth and other stakeholders in environmental sustainability and responsible stewardship. This year’s celebrations will be held under the theme “Our Power, Our Planet.”
Ms. Sakina Masood Itoo, Hon’ble Minister for Higher Education, School Education, Health & Medical Education & Social Welfare Departments, will grace the occasion as the Chief Guest.
The event will feature a series of engaging activities, including ... | | Read More |
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| NIT Srinagar bags patent for innovative eco-friendly road engineering system | | |
Srinagar, April 20 (Scoop News)-In a major advancement in sustainable infrastructure engineering, the National Institute of Technology Srinagar has been granted a patent by the Patent Office, Government of India, for a novel material system titled “Zinc-Coordinated Porphyrin-Integrated Geocomposite Systems for Sustainable Pavement Engineering.”
The patent has been awarded to a research team led by Dr. Vivek (Assistant Professor, Civil Engineering) and Dr. Ravi Kumar (Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry), along with collaborators including PhD scholar Dr. Waseem Arif, Mr. Attau... | | Read More |
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| DIG SKR Reviews Crime, Security & Anti-Terror Grid In Pulwama | | |
Srinagar, April 20 (Scoop News)- The Deputy Inspector General of Police, South Kashmir Range (SKR), Shri Javaid Iqbal Mattoo-IPS, today visited District Pulwama and chaired a comprehensive crime and security review meeting at the Conference Hall of District Police Lines (DPL) Pulwama. The meeting was attended by SSP Pulwama Ms. Tanushree-IPS along with other senior officers of Pulwama Police, including supervisory officers, SHOs, and investigating officers.
During the meeting, a detailed review of the overall crime scenario, investigation of cases, NDPS matters, and preventive measures ... | | Read More |
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| Police busts gambling setup in Pattan, Baramulla | | Four arrested, Cash seized | |
Srinagar, April 20 (Scoop News)- In a swift and well-coordinated action based on credible inputs, Police in Pattan unearthed a gambling setup and apprehended four individuals involved in the illegal activity.
The arrested individuals have been identified as Mohd Aslam Shah son of Mohd Ismail Shah resident of Malpora, Pattan, Aijaz Ahmad Shah son of Ab Rehman Shah resident of Nehalpora, Pattan, Shabir Ahmad Gojri son of Mohd Subhan Gojri resident of Pattan and Irfan Ahmad Bhat son of Hilal Ahmad Bhat resident of Iqbal Colony, Pattan
During the operation, stake money amounting to ₹10,... | | Read More |
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| ACB secures conviction in Food Grains misappropriation case of Pahalgam circle | | |
Srinagar, April 20 (Scoop News)- Hon’ble Court of Special Judge Anti-Corruption Court Anantnag Convicts 1. Abdul Khaliq Shah S/O Mohd Abdullah Shah R/O Ashmuqam the then Store Keeper Food supplies Sale Center Pahalgam and Laripora. (2) Gh Nabi Mir S/O Gh. Mohd Mir R/O Aishmuqam the then Store Keeper Food Supplies Sale Center Dawatoo and Aru. (3). Mohd Shafi Rather S/O Gh. Mohd R/O Devaroo Pahalgam the then store keeper Ashumwam. (4). Gh. Hassan Hajam S/O Gh. Ahmad R/O Kathsoo the then store Keeper Food supplies sale centre Katsoo and (5). Muzaffar Ahmad Bichoo S/O Gh. Mohd Bichoo R/O Malak... | | Read More |
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| CUKashmir opens Scholarship Gates for students | | |
Ganderbal,April 20 (Scoop News)- In a significant step towards supporting students and expanding academic opportunities for aspirants across the country, Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) has opened doors to a wide range of scholarship schemes following the approval of its key academic programmes by the All-India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) for the academic year 2026–27.
The approval covers programmes including: B.Tech in Civil Engineering, B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering, M.Tech in Structural Engineering, M.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering and ... | | Read More |
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| Hakeem Yaseen Expresses Grief Over Udhampur | | Bus Tragedy, Demands Compensation for Victims | |
Srinagar, April 20 (Scoop News)-President of the People’s Democratic Front (PDF) and former minister Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen on Monday expressed profound grief and anguish over the tragic bus accident in Udhampur district that claimed at least nineteen lives and left several others injured.
In a statement issued here, Yaseen termed the incident as “deeply heartbreaking and tragic,” extending his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families who lost their loved ones in the accident at Kagort village in Ramnagar area. He prayed for eternal peace to the departed souls and wished a speedy r... | | Read More |
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| IUST Conducts Autism Awareness Programme Under Community Connect Initiative | | |
Awantipora, April 20 (Scoop News)-The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), under its Community Connect Initiative, organised an Autism Awareness Programme at SDH Tral, Aripal, and Dadasara. The programme was organised by Syed Mantaqi Memorial College of Nursing and Medical Technology with the aim of spreading awareness about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) among the local community, promoting early identification and intervention for children with developmental difficulties, reducing stigma and misconceptions about autism, and encouraging parents and caregivers to seek profes... | | Read More |
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| NIT Srinagar shines at SAE World Congress 2026 in Detroit, USA | |  Director calls it a “matter of immense pride Srinagar, April 19 (Scoop News)-In a major boost to its global academic standing, the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar made a strong impression at the prestigious SAE World Congress 2026 held in Detroit, Michigan, USA, with its faculty presenting cutting-edge research on sustainable mobility and advanced automotive systems.
Representing the institute, Dr. Harveer Singh Pali and ... | | Read More |
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| Police Conduct Awareness Campaigns in Awantipora, Bandipora & Shopian | | | Srinagar, April 19 (Scoop News)-Police have organized awareness campaigns under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan to sensitize the general public about the harmful effects of drug abuse and tobacco consumption in Awantipora, Bandipora & Shopian.
Police Station Tral conducted an awareness drive wherein posters highlighting the ill effects of drugs and tobacco were displayed at various public places to educate and alert the community. The campaign witnessed active public participation, with police personnel interacting with locals and spreading awareness about the importance of ... | | Read More |
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| Police solves theft case in Budgam; Stolen property recovered | | |
Srinagar, April 19 (Scoop News)-In a significant breakthrough, Police in Budgam have solved a theft case registered at Police Station Chadoora and recovered stolen copper utensils, while apprehending the accused persons involved in the commission of the offence.
During the course of investigation of FIR No. 32/2026 under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) at Police Station Chadoora, multiple raids were conducted at various locations, including shops, to trace and recover the stolen property.
Acting on specific human intelligence, a police team of Police Station Cha... | | Read More |
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| Power Shutdown by KPDCL | | |
Srinagar, April 19 (Scoop News)-Executive Engineer, Power Distribution Kashmir has informed that the Shutdown of 33 kV Bemina- Fatehkadal line and 33 kV Bemina- Barbarshah line will be observed due to which power supply to KK Moulla, Nowpora, Bohri Kadal, BB Shah, Badademb, Bishembarnagar Gousia Hospital, Naisadak, Barbarshah, Exchange. Basant Bagh, Car Parking, Maisuma Bazar and adjoining areas will be affected from 08 AM to 03 PM on 22, 27 & 30 April 2026.
Likewise, shutdown 'hof 33 KV Beerwah- Arizal Tapline will be observed due to which power supply to Arizal, Zanigam, Reyar, Dood... | | Read More |
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| Grand Book Release Ceremony Held At Cardiff School; “Shani-e-Charar Sharief” Unveiled | | 
Budgam, April 18 (Scoop News)-A dignified book release ceremony was held today at Cardiff School, Charar-i-Sharief, organised by Kashmir Markazi Adab wa Saqafat, where a new literary work by noted writer Sofi Abdul Rasheed was formally unveiled.
In a rich gathering marked by literary depth and intellectual exchange, the ceremony was graced by renowned poet and writer Ayaaz Rasool Nazki, fo ... | | Read More |
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| J&K Police solves timber theft case in Pulwama | | 02 arrested, stolen property recovered | |
Srinagar, April 18 (Scoop News)-Continuing its efforts to curb theft and other criminal activities in the district, J&K Police achieved a significant success by solving a theft case reported in Police Station Litter and arresting two accused persons involved in the commission of crime.
Police Station Litter received a complaint from Wood Venture regarding theft of poplar logs. Acting promptly on the complaint, a case FIR No. 41/2026 under section 303(2) BNS was registered and investigation was taken up.
During the course of investigation, police identified and arrested two accused p... | | Read More |
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| Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan | | 05 Drug peddlers arrested, Significant quantity of Contraband substances recovered | | Srinagar, April 18 (Scoop News)-Continuing its efforts under the Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan, J&K Police arrested 05 drug peddlers in multiple operations in Anantnag, Sopore and recovered significant quantity of contraband substances from their possession.
In Anantnag, J&K Police has intensified its drive against drug peddling and narcotics smuggling, leading to the arrest of four accused persons and recovery of significant quantities of contraband substances. A Police party of Police Station Uttrasoo, during naka checking at Chatergul Chowk intercepted a vehicle (Alto) (JK03K‑982... | | Read More |
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| AIP Working Committee Appeals for MP Er Rashid’s Release on Humanitarian Grounds | | |
Srinagar, April 18 (Scoop News)-The Awami Itihaad Party (AIP) today held a meeting of its Working Committee in Srinagar, presided over by Vice President Adv. G. N. Shaheen and was attended by General Secretary PrinceParveez Shah, Chief Spokesperson Inam Un Nabi, State Secretay Sheikh Ashiq, Spokesperson Firdouse Baba, Muzaffar Dar, Zameer Dakroo, Tauseef Nisar, Auqib Mushtaq Ganaie, Ajaz Lone , Naseer Ahmad Rather , Mohammad Akbar , Haji Muneer Ahmad , Ajaz Thakur , Reyaz Majeed , Farooq Ahmad Shah.
The meeting expressed deep concern over what it termed as a growing disregard for human... | | Read More |
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| 1st batch of Haj Pilgrims leave from Haj House Srinagar | | |
Srinagar, April 18 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner(DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo along with Senior Superintendent of Police, Sandeep Chakraborty on Saturday morning visited Haj House, Bemina where 1st batch of Hajj Pilgrims left in Buses for Srinagar International Airport.
Additional Deputy Commissioner, Mir Imtiyaz Ul Aziz, Cief Planning Officer, Fayaz Ahmad Dar, SDM, West, Irfan Bahadur, Executive Officer, J&K Haj Committee, Dr. Shujaat Ahmad Qureshi, SP, West Imtiyaz, CMO Srinagar & other senior Officers of Civil and Police, besides, members of Hajj Committee and other concerned were p... | | Read More |
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| Commissioner SMC, Principal Census Officer (Urban) assess preparedness for forthcoming Census 2027 | | |
Srinagar, April 18 (Scoop News)-Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC), Commissioner, Faz Lul Haseeb, and Principal Census Officer (Urban) Srinagar, today chaired a high-level review meeting to assess preparedness for the forthcoming Census 2027 at Municipal Central Office, Karan Nagar, Srinagar.
All district officers participated in the meeting, wherein a comprehensive review of preparedness was undertaken. The discussions primarily focused on strengthening inter-departmental coordination and ensuring timely deployment of employees for Census operations.
During the meeting, the Commi... | | Read More |
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| Hakeem Yaseen welcomes ‘Nasha Mukt J&K’ campaign, seeks wider role for society | | |
Srinagar, April 17 (Scoop News)-President of Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Front and former Cabinet Minister Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen on Friday welcomed the launch of the 100-day “Nasha Mukt Jammu and Kashmir” campaign announced by the Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, terming it a much-needed and timely initiative to combat the growing menace of drug abuse in the Union Territory.
Addressing the various delegations at party headquarters in Srinagar, Hakeem said the firm resolve expressed by the administration to take strict action against drug smugglers, including punitive measu... | | Read More |
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| NIT Srinagar hosts Rajbhasha Saptah, organises various competitions | |  Director, Registrar stress importance of Rajbhasha
Srinagar, April 17 (Scoop News)-The Rajbhasha Cell of National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar on Friday concluded the Rajbhasha Saptah, held from April 13 to 17, featuring a series of engaging activities and competitions on campus.
As part of the week-long programme, various competitions, including Administrative Vocabulary and Essay Writing were organized for the ministerial staff ... | | Read More |
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| IUST Signs MoU with CGG Hyderabad to Advance Governance and Policy Research | | 
Awantipora, April 17 (Scoop News)- The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Centre for Good Governance (CGG), Hyderabad, marking a significant step towards strengthening collaboration in the areas of good governance, public policy, and institutional capacity building.
The MoU was formally exchanged by the Registrar, IUST, ... | | Read More |
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| Div Com Kashmir reviews progress of 60 MLD Noorbagh STP, other Key Projects | | 
Srinagar, April 17 (Scoop News)-Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, today conducted a comprehensive review of the progress on the 60 MLD Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) at Noorbagh, along with other major ongoing projects being executed by the Urban Environmental Engineering Department (UEED) in Kashmir.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Akshay Labroo; Chief ... | | Read More |
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| Annual Urs of Hazrat Baba Hyder Reshi (RA) Commences in Anantnag | |  DC visits Shrine, takes stock of arrangements
Anantnag, April 17 (Scoop News)- The annual Urs of the revered saint Hazrat Baba Hyder Reshi, popularly known as Reshmol Sahab (RA), commenced today with religious fervour at the Ziyarat Sharief in Anantnag.
As per long standing tradition, the Urs will be observed for a period of six days, attracting a large number of devotees from across the region. The first day marked the arrival of a n ... | | Read More |
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| Comm Secretary I&C visits Pulwama, attends mega event under NMBA | | | Pulwama, April 16 (Scoop News)- Commissioner Secretary, Industries and Commerce (I&C) Department, Vikramjit Singh, who is the District Mentor for overseeing the implementation of Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan in Pulwama, today visited the district and presided over a mega event at Government Degree College (Boys), Pulwama.
The event was organised under the ongoing 100-day intensive campaign of the Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan and witnessed participation from a large number of stakeholders.
The programme featured cultural performances, awareness skits, speeches and interacti... | | Read More |
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| IUST Holds First Advisory Committee Meeting of the Centre for Good Governance | | |
Awantipora, April 16 (Scoop News)- The Centre for Good Governance and Policy Analysis (CGG&PA), Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), convened its first Advisory Committee Meeting at the University’s main campus today.
The meeting was chaired by Prof. Shakil A. Romshoo, Vice Chancellor, IUST, who emphasized the University’s commitment to fostering evidence-based policymaking and institutional excellence. Highlighting the broader vision, he remarked that the University’s mission is to integrate academic excellence with practical governance solutions to promote sustainable ... | | Read More |
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| Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan | | Police arrests 13 drug peddlers; Contraband substances recovered | |
Srinagar, April 16 (Scoop News)- Continuing its sustained drive under the ongoing “Nasha-Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan”, Police achieved major success in multiple operations carried out across the valley, leading to arrest of thirteen drug peddlers, and recovery of a significant quantity of contraband substances.
In Anantnag, acting on specific information, a police party from Police Station Srigufwara conducted a raid at the residence of Nisar Ahmad Nadaf resident of Dachigam Srigufwara, and recovered approximately 2 kilograms of charas-like substance. In another operation, during naka ... | | Read More |
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| Hakeem Yaseen urges Centre to fulfil promise of Statehood to J&K | | Says Silence of Political Parties Raises Questions | |
Srinagar, April 16 (Scoop News)- President People's Democratic Front (PDF) and former Minister Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen on Thursday urged the Prime Minister and the Union Home Minister to fulfil the long-pending promise of restoring statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, stating that several governance and developmental issues continue to affect the people due to the delay.
In a statement issued here, Hakeem said that the restoration of statehood must be taken up on priority and implemented with “respect and dignity” for the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
He asserted that continued uncertainty ... | | Read More |
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| NIT Srinagar hosts high-level NASI lecture series on research careers | |  Top scientists push for innovation, interdisciplinary approach among students
Srinagar, April 16 (Scoop News)- The National Academy of Sciences, India (NASI), Chandigarh Extended Region Chapter, in collaboration with the Department of Physics, National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, and Society for the Promotion of Science and Technology in India, on Thursday, organized an inspiring Special Lecture Series at NIT Srinagar.
The programme witnessed enthusiasti ... | | Read More |
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| Awareness programme on Anti-Ragging Laws held at GDC Ganderbal | | 
Srinagar, April 16 (Scoop News)- The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), in collaboration with Government Degree College (GDC) Ganderbal, successfully organized an awareness programme on Anti-Ragging Laws and Complaint Mechanisms on 16 April 2026 in the college conference hall.
The programme was moderated by Dr. Jamsheeda Akhter, Head of the Department of Urdu and NSS Programme Offic ... | | Read More |
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| Ashok Koul highlights Ambedkar’s enduring legacy of social justice and equality | |  BJP pays rich tributes to Dr. BR Ambedkar in Srinagar
Srinagar, April 16 (Scoop News)- Ashok Koul, General Secretary (Organization), J&K BJP, paid rich tributes to Dr. B. R. Ambedkar while addressing a seminar held at Amar Singh Club in Srinagar.
J&K BJP State General Secretary Mohammad Anwar Khan, J&K BJP State Secretaries Mudasir Wani and Arif Raja, Programme Incharge & Spokesperson Er. Sahil Bashir, along with other State Office Bearers and ... | | Read More |
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| IGP Kashmir chairs Crime review meeting at PCR Kashmir | | reviews progress of Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyaan | |
Srinagar, April 15 (Scoop News)-IGP Kashmir Shri V.K. Birdi-IPS chaired a crime review meeting of Kashmir Zone at PCR Kashmir today. The meeting was attended by all the range DIsG, district SSsP, JDP ZPHQ and other senior officers.
At the outset, IGP Kashmir conducted a comprehensive review of crime across the Kashmir Zone. This was followed by detailed presentations from district SSsP, who outlined the measures undertaken to curb criminal activities within their respective jurisdictions. Discussions primarily focused on the disposal of general crime cases, along with issues pertaining t... | | Read More |
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| J&K Police freezes 04 properties worth ₹2.25 crore in Anantnag | | |
Srinagar, April 15 (Scoop News)- In a major action against drug trafficking and its financial networks, J&K Police in Anantnag has frozen four residential properties under Section 68-F of the NDPS Act. The properties are linked to individuals allegedly involved in illicit narcotics trade in the district.
The individuals whose properties have been frozen are identified as Rayees Ahmed Dar son of Ghulam Nabi Dar, Sabzar Ahmad Dar son of Mohammad Rajab Dar, Mudasir Ahmed Dar son of Abdul Rahim Dar, and Zahid Ahmad Dar son of Ghulam Hassan Dar, all residents of Tulkhan, Bijbehara. Prelimin... | | Read More |
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| Kashmir’s First Private University Project Gains Momentum As WathHarbour Unveils Vision | | Anthem & Launches Membership Drive | |
Srinagar, JApril 15 (Scoop News)-In a bold initiative aimed at redefining the future of education in Jammu & Kashmir, the WathHarbour Foundation introduced its ambitious “Kashmir First Private University Project” at a grand event highlighted by a membership drive, campaign anthem launch, vision document unveiling, and a short film screening.
The event witnessed participation from a distinguished gathering of leading academicians, education policymakers, prominent scholars, community leaders and representatives from trade, industry and civil society, reflecting widespread support for ... | | Read More |
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