| Deputy Chief Minister pays obeisance at Hazrat Mian Nizam-ud-Din Kiyanvi (RA) | | Visits Baba Nagri Wangath on annual Urs | | Ganderbal,June 07 (Scoop News)-Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today visited Baba Nagri Wangath in Ganderbal district and paid obeisance at the revered shrine of Hazrat Mian Nizam-ud-Din Kiyanvi (RA) on the sacred occasion of the 130th Annual Urs of the revered Sufi saint.
On the occasion, the Deputy Chief Minister offered prayers and sought blessings for lasting peace, prosperity, progress and communal harmony across Jammu and Kashmir. He paid rich tributes to the saint for his invaluable spiritual legacy and enduring message of love, brotherhood, tolerance and service to human... | | Read More |
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| J&K Police Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Mining | | 20 Vehicles Seized in Ganderbal & Shopian | |
Srinagar, June 07 (Scoop News)- Continuing its sustained drive against illegal mining and unauthorized transportation of minerals, J&K Police carried out significant enforcement actions in Ganderbal and Shopian districts, resulting in the seizure of 20 vehicles.
In Ganderbal, police teams during routine patrolling and checking operations intercepted and seized nine vehicles found transporting illegally extracted construction material within the jurisdiction of Police Station Ganderbal. Upon inspection, the vehicles were found carrying mining material without valid authorization, in vio... | | Read More |
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| Police Intensify War Against Drugs; Four Drug Peddlers Arrested in Anantnag & Sopore | | |
Srinagar, June 07 (Scoop News)-J&K Police continued its sustained crackdown against drug trafficking with successful anti-narcotics operations in Anantnag and Sopore, leading to the arrest of four drug peddlers and the recovery of contraband substances.
In Anantnag, a police party from Police Station Bijbehara, while conducting routine naka checking at Tarbal Guree, intercepted and apprehended an individual identified as Zahid Ali Dar son of Ali Mohammad Dar a resident of Guree Bijbehara. During search, police recovered 113 grams of charas sticks from his possession.
Accordingly, Case... | | Read More |
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| JKAACL releases U-Turn, Other Stories, English translation of Kashmiri short stories | | |
Srinagar, June 06 (Scoop News)- Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL) today released U-Turn and Other Stories, an English translation of a collection of Kashmiri short stories by noted writer Gauri Shankar Raina, at an impressive literary function held in the Academy’s Seminar Hall, Srinagar.
The book has been translated into English by Pankaj Bhan and represents a significant effort to bring contemporary Kashmiri literature to a wider national and international readership.
The event was attended by writers, artists, academics, broadcasters, translators,... | | Read More |
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| Srinagar Police Attaches Properties Worth ₹3.5 Crore of Drug Peddlers Under NDPS Act | | |
Srinagar, June 06 (Scoop News)- Continuing its sustained crackdown against drug trafficking and acting firmly against assets acquired through the proceeds of narcotics trade under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan, Police in Srinagar have attached immovable properties worth approximately ₹3.5 crore belonging to two notorious drug peddlers under the provisions of the NDPS Act, 1985.
In the first action, Police Station Nigeen attached an immovable property worth approximately ₹1.30 crore under Section 68(F)(1) of the NDPS Act in connection with FIR No. 30/2021 U/S 8/21 NDPS A... | | Read More |
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| Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan | | Police conducts awareness programme on drug abuse in Pulwama, New criminal laws & women safety | |
Srinagar, June 06 (Scoop News)- Continuing its community outreach initiatives under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan, Police in Pulwama organised an awareness programme at Government Higher Secondary School Hawal, Pulwama aimed at educating students about the dangers of drug abuse, provisions of the new criminal laws, and issues concerning women safety.
The programme was conducted by Women Police Station Pulwama, during which police officers interacted with students and faculty members and highlighted the harmful effects of substance abuse on individuals, families, and soc... | | Read More |
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| BOPEE conducts Common Entrance Test for GNM Lateral Entry Course | | |
Srinagar, June 06 (Scoop News)- The Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (BOPEE) today conducted the Common Entrance Test (CET) for GNM Lateral Entry Course for the academic dession 2026-27 today at Jammu and Srinagar Centres.
The test was conducted at S.P. College, M.A. Road, Srinagar, in the Kashmir division, and at Government M.A.M. College, Jammu, in the Jammu fivision, with a total of 463 candidates appearing from across J&K.
To ensure smooth conduct of the entrance test, adequate arrangements had been put in place in collaboration with the respective I... | | Read More |
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| Div Com Kashmir reviews Muharram-ul-Haram arrangements | | Calls for seamless coordination among Departments, Stakeholders | |
Srinagar, June 06 (Scoop News)- Ahead of the forthcoming Muharram-ul-Haram, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, today chaired a high-level meeting of senior officers and stakeholders to review preparedness and ensure the smooth, peaceful and hassle-free observance of religious rituals and processions across the Valley.
The meeting focused on assessing civic, infrastructural, logistical and administrative arrangements required during the holy month, with special emphasis on inter-departmental coordination and sustained engagement with community representatives.
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| IUST Celebrates World Environment Day 2026 | | |
Awantipora,June 06 (Scoop News)- The Department of Environment, Sustainability and Climate Change (DESCC), Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), in collaboration with the Department of Planning and Geomatics, Centre for Disaster Risk Reduction, Municipal Committee Awantipora, and ESRAG–Rotary Club of Kashmir, celebrated World Environment Day 2026 with active participation from students, faculty, staff, and representatives of various educational institutions.
Organised under the global theme “Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future,” the programme aimed to promo... | | Read More |
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| "Trash to Treasure" Exhibition organized at GCOE Srinagar on World Environment Day 2026 | | |
Srinagar, June 05 (Scoop News)-Government College of Education, Institute of Advanced Studies in Education (GCOE-IASE), M.A. Road, Srinagar, organized a “Trash to Treasure” Exhibition on the occasion of World Environment Day 2026.
The event was jointly organized by the Department of Environmental Sciences (EVS) and the NSS Units of the college at the Front Park.
The exhibition featured innovative and creative items prepared by B.Ed. 1st Semester and UG 4th Semester students using waste and discarded materials. Through their exhibits, the students highlighted the importance of waste r... | | Read More |
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| CPCO J&K, Ladakh visits Budgam | |  Chairs Review Meeting on ongoing Census Operations in district Budgam, June 05 (Scoop News)- Chief Principal Census Officer (CPCO) and Director Census Operations (DCO), Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Amit Sharma, along with Deputy Commissioner Budgam (Principal Census Officer Budgam), Athar Aamir Khan, chaired a review meeting at the Conference Hall of the DC Office Complex, Budgam, to assess the preparedness and progress of the ongoing House Listing Operation ... | | Read More |
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| JKAACL organises Punjabi Kavi Darbar at Attina Beerwah | | 
Srinagar, June 05 (Scoop News)-Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL) today organised a Punjabi Kavi Darbar at Attina, Beerwah, Budgam, with the active participation of local literary enthusiasts and members of the younger generation.
The programme was attended by Popinder Singh Paras, Editor, Sheeraza Punjabi, S. Prehlad Singh, Master T.P. Singh, and other distin ... | | Read More |
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| Sakeena Itoo Reviews tourism potential of Panchanpatri area of Kulgam district | |  Kulgam, June 05 (Scoop News)- Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today chaired a meeting at Civil Secretariat here to review the tourism potential of the picturesque Panchanpatri area in Kulgam district.
During the meeting, the Minister took detailed assessment of various measures to be taken for bringing the Panchanpatri area of Kulgam on tou ... | | Read More |
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| Hakeem Yaseen Seeks Comprehensive Muharram arrangements across Kashmir | | Urges special focus on Budgam district, calls for seamless civic and essential services | |
Srinagar, June 05 (Scoop News)-People's Democratic Front (PDF) President and former Minister Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen on Friday called upon the administration to make comprehensive and timely arrangements for the smooth conduct of Muharram observances across Kashmir, with special focus on Budgam district, which witnesses large gatherings during the sacred month.
In a statement issued here, Hakeem Yaseen said that Muharram holds immense religious and spiritual significance for the Muslim community and requires proper planning to facilitate devotees participating in mourning processions, maj... | | Read More |
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| Hakeem Yaseen Questions NC's statehood agenda, demands clarity on Delhi protest | | |
Srinagar, June 04 (Scoop News)- President People's Democratic Front (PDF) and former Minister, Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen, on Thursday said that while it is encouraging that the National Conference-led government under Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has finally decided to stage a protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi for the restoration of Jammu and Kashmir's statehood, the party must first come clean on what exactly it is seeking from the Centre.
In a statement issued here, Hakeem said the restoration of statehood is not a favour but a commitment already made by the Union Government.
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| Drugmulla Zone Gets New PSA Leadership Through Democratic Process | | Altaf Ahmad Dar Elected As Zonal President; Association Congratulates Newly Elected Office Bearers | |
Kupwara, June 04 (Scoop News)- The Private Schools Association (PSA) successfully conducted the Zonal Level Elections for Drugmulla Zone in Kupwara district in a peaceful, democratic, free, fair and transparent manner. The election process was carried out smoothly in the presence of member schools and representatives of the schools, reflecting the Association's commitment to democratic values, transparency and collective decision-making.
The elections witnessed active participation from school heads, chairpersons and representatives of member institutions across the zone. The partici... | | Read More |
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| DIPR Bids emotional farewell to Information Officer Syed Jeelani Qadri | | 
Srinagar, June 03 (Scoop News)- The Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR) today accorded a warm and emotional farewell to Information Officer, Syed Jeelani Qadri on his superannuation after rendering dedicated and distinguished service to the department.
A grand farewell function was organized by the DIPR in honour of the retiring officer, which was presided over by Director ... | | Read More |
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| BJP training camps to reinforce ideological commitment, organizational strength in cadre: Sat, Koul | |  Sat Sharma, Ashok Koul address District Training Camps in Kashmir
Budgam/ Pulwama .June 03 (Scoop News)- Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Jammu & Kashmir led by its President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma CA, and BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, along with other senior leaders addressed district-level training workshops in Kashmir under the Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Prashikshan Mahabhiyan-2026.
Sat Sharma along with, BJP General Secretary ... | | Read More |
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| 1st IFFJK to be held in Jammu and Kashmir from September 7-11 | | DIPR, NFDC to collaborate for landmark event | | Srinagar, June 03 (Scoop News)- In a landmark initiative aimed at positioning Jammu and Kashmir as a vibrant destination for cinema, culture and creative industries, the Government has accorded sanction for the organisation of the 1st International Film Festival of Jammu & Kashmir (IFFJK), scheduled to be held at SKICC Srinagar and other prominent destinations from September 7 to 11, 2026.
The prestigious international event will be organised by the Directorate of Information & Public Relations (DIPR), Jammu & Kashmir, in collaboration with the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC)... | | Read More |
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| DDC Anantnag convenes Block Diwas at Srigufwara, assures time bound resolution of genuine public grievances | | | Anantnag, June 03 (Scoop News)-To address the concerns and grievances of the local community and ensure efficient public service delivery, the District Development Commissioner(DDC) Anantnag, Dr. Bilal Mohiuddin Bhat today visited Srigufwara and convened a Block Diwas cum grievance redressal camp at Tehsil Office, Srigufwara.
The program was attended by ADC, SDM and Tehsildar Bijbehara, BDO, officials from Health, Education, R&B, PDD, PHE, I&FC, Agriculture, Horticulture, Banks and other departments besides Ex PRI and civil society members and local public.
During the program, the DDC g... | | Read More |
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| DC Shopian chairs Block Diwas at Keller | | Listens to public importance issues, assures action | | Shopian, June 03 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Shishir Gupta today chaired a Block Diwas programme here at Keller block of the district.
The outreach and public contact program was held with the view to listen to public importance issues and grievances for redressal.
During the interaction, the public projected several issues and demands related to completion of sports stadium Gatipora, Play-ground at Keller, road connectivity and macadamization, drinking water supply, dearth of staff in sub- district hospital, Keller, repairs of roads, construction of Battafojan brid... | | Read More |
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| Revised timelines notified for Fee Payment, Verification, Round-2, Spot Round | | | Srinagar, June 03 (Scoop News)-Directorate of Colleges, Higher Education Department, has published the Round-1 College/Major Allotment List for the Undergraduate (UG) admissions, Academic Session 2026–27, on the centralised admission portal, https://jkadmissions.in.
Allotted aspirants can now log in to the portal, check their allotment, and proceed with the prescribed admission formalities.
Allotted aspirants are required to deposit the prescribed admission fee online on the portal, and may either confirm their allotment by paying the full admission fee, or opt for upgradation by payi... | | Read More |
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| LG monitoring the situation arises due to the flash floods | | caused by heavy rainfall in Kishtwar and Doda | |
Srinagar, June 02 (Scoop News)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha is closely monitoring the situation arises due to the flash floods caused by heavy rainfall in Kishtwar and Doda. He has spoken to the Deputy Commissioners of the affected districts and directed them to remain on high alert and swiftly restore essential amenities.
The Lieutenant Governor has posted on X:
“Spoke with Deputy Commissioners of Kishtwar & Doda regarding the flash floods caused by heavy rainfall. Fortunately, no loss of life or property damage has been reported. Emergency response teams have been directed... | | Read More |
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| Dr. Shahid Iqbal Choudhary graces Grand Finale of SPANDAN League 2026 | |  Baramulla Blue crowned Champions
Baramulla, June 02 (Scoop News)- Commissioner Secretary, Youth Services and Sports, Dr. Shahid Iqbal Choudhary today graced the Grand Finale of North Kashmir Football Championship-SPANDAN League 2026.
The Championship concluded on a high note at the Showkat Ali Stadium here, with Baramulla Blue defeating Baramulla Red 1-0 in a closely contested final to emerge as champions of the senior divi ... | | Read More |
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| Mehbooba Mufti Reaches Out to J&K Leaders | | Calls for Unified Representation to PM and HM | |
Srinagar, June 02 (Scoop News)- PDP President Mehbooba Mufti has written to a broad spectrum of political and civil society leaders across Jammu and Kashmir, urging them to come together for a joint and coordinated outreach to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah.
In her letter, Mufti reached out to Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, BJP Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma, JKPCC President Tariq Hameed Karra, CPI(M) leader Mohd. Yousuf Tarigami, People’s Conference Chairman Sajad Gani Lone, MP Engineer Rashid, AAP President Mehraj Malik, PDF Chairman Hakeem Mohammad ... | | Read More |
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| Ashok Koul emphasizes ideological commitment and organizational strength | | |
Srinagar, June 02 (Scoop News)-BJP District Srinagar organized a District-Level Training Camp at Church Lane, Srinagar, as part of the ongoing Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Prashikshan Mahabhiyan-2026.
Ashok Koul, General Secretary (Organization), J&K BJP, addressed the session on the topic “Vichar Parivar.” JK Waqf Board Chairperson Dr. Darakhshan Andrabi, J&K BJP State Secretaries Mudasir Wani and Arif Raja, Prabhari Srinagar Dr. Shahnaz Ganai, and District President Srinagar Adv. Sheikh Salman were also present on the occasion.
Ashok Koul, while addressing the gathering, said that t... | | Read More |
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| IUST Sports Festival 2026 Inaugurated; Major Sports Infrastructure Announced | | |
Awantipora, June 02 (Scoop News)-The Sports Festival 2026, featuring Inter-Departmental Tournaments for Men and Women, was inaugurated at the Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), marking the beginning of a vibrant sporting event aimed at promoting sportsmanship, student engagement, and the message of a drug-free society.
The festival was inaugurated at the University's Synthetic Athletics Track by Dr. Shahid Iqbal Choudhary (IAS), Commissioner/Secretary, Youth Services & Sports Department, J&K, in the presence of Prof. Shakil A. Romshoo, Vice Chancellor, IUST; Prof. Sha... | | Read More |
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| CM seeks Union Civil Aviation Minister’s intervention for timely transportation of Haj pilgrims’ baggage | | | Srinagar, June 01 (Scoop News)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has written to Union Minister for Civil Aviation, Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu, seeking urgent intervention to facilitate the timely and concurrent transportation of baggage belonging to Haj pilgrims returning to Jammu and Kashmir from Saudi Arabia.
In his communication, the Chief Minister highlighted the difficulties being faced by returning Haj pilgrims due to delays in the transportation of their checked-in baggage. He noted that owing to ongoing maintenance works and operational constraints at Srinagar Airport, the baggage of pi... | | Read More |
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| CM Omar Abdullah engages with public representatives | |  stakeholders on constituency and sectoral issues
Srinagar, June 01 (Scoop News)- Several public representatives and delegations today called on Chief Minister Omar Abdullah at his Public Services and Outreach Office (Raabita) here and discussed a range of constituency-specific and sectoral issues.
Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha) from Ladakh, Haji Mohammad Hanifa, called on the Chief Minister along with delegations representing employees o ... | | Read More |
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| J&K Police Demolishes Property of Notorious Drug Peddler in Anantnag | | |
Srinagar, June 01 (Scoop News)-In a significant action against the drug menace, police in Anantnag, in coordination with the civil administration, demolished a commercial structure belonging to a notorious drug peddler in the Batengoo area of Anantnag.
The action was carried out against Nazir Ahmad Dar son of Gh. Ahmad Dar resident of Batengoo, who is involved in narcotics-related activities. During the operation, one shop structure situated at Batengoo and belonging to the said drug peddler was demolished by Police in the presence of the Tehsildar Anantnag and other concerned officials.... | | Read More |
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| Anti-Drug Enforcement Drive Continues in Sopore under Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan | | Wild Cannabis Destroyed | |
Jammu, June 01 (Scoop News)-In continuation of the ongoing anti-drug enforcement drive under the 100-Day Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan, police in Sopore carried out action against the wild growth of narcotic plants in the jurisdiction of Police Post Putkha.
On receipt of credible information regarding the presence of wild cannabis (bung) at village Choora, a joint team comprising officials from Police, Excise and Revenue Departments conducted a destruction drive at the said location. During the drive, wild cannabis spread over the area was identified and destroyed on the spot after... | | Read More |
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| Police Destroys Illegally Cultivated Cannabis Crop in Bijbehara, Anantnag, Case Registered | | |
Srinagar, June 01 (Scoop News)-Continuing its sustained efforts against narcotics and illegal cultivation of contraband substances, police in Anantnag destroyed illegally cultivated cannabis crop in the Bijbehara area and registered a case under the NDPS Act.
Acting on credible information, a police team from Police Post Sangam received inputs that one Gulzar Ahmad Mir son of Gh. Nabi Mir resident of Batpora Marhama had illegally cultivated cannabis plants on his privately owned land situated at Nai Basti, Marhama. Acting promptly on the information, a police party, accompanied by the Ex... | | Read More |
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| NIT Srinagar hosts seminar on strengthening social harmony through higher education | | · Director stresses need for socially responsible and value-driven education | |
Srinagar, June 01 (Scoop News)-A seminar on “Fostering Social Harmony through Community Participation in Higher Education Institutes: A Discourse” was organized at the New Guest House, NIT Srinagar, by the Department of Physics in collaboration with Vidya Bharti Uchcha Shiksha Sansthan, Jammu Kashmir Ladakh Prant.
The seminar brought together academicians, researchers, and students to deliberate on the role of higher educational institutions in promoting social harmony, community participation, and value-based education.
The programme featured insightful lectures by Prof. J. N. Bali... | | Read More |
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| CUKashmir’s Maths Deptt holds guest lecture | | |
Ganderbal, June 01 (Scoop News)-Department of Mathematics, Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir), organised a special lecture on “"AI x Ancient Wisdom: The Civilizational Key to Viksit Bharat@2047" here on Monday.
Introducing the theme, Dr. Haribhau R Bhapkar, HoD Mathematics and NEP-2020 Nodal officer, welcomed the expert guest, Dr. Rishi Bhatnagar and said “The Department of Mathematics is continuously striving for academic excellence by organizing a wide array of programmes. Our initiatives include an Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Webinar, an Innovation Boot Camp, a Workshop ... | | Read More |
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