| J&K Police attaches properties worth ₹80 Lakhs of drug peddlers in Budgam | | |
Srinagar, May 15(Scoop News)-Continuing its sustained crackdown against drug trafficking and narcotics abuse under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan, J&K Police attached residential properties belonging to two drug peddlers in the Chadoora area of district Budgam.
At Chitroo Dangarpora, J&K Police attached a one-storey residential house worth approximately ₹30 lakhs belonging to Ghulam Nabi Wani son of Ghulam Mohammad Wani resident of Chitroo Dangarpora, Chadoora. The property was attached in connection with Case FIR No. 181/2025 registered under Sections 8/20/29 of the NDP... | | Read More |
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| Speaker Legislative Assembly inaugurates advanced healthcare facilities at CHC Kremshore | | | Budgam, May 15 (Scoop News)-In a significant step towards strengthening the healthcare infrastructure and enhancing patient care services, Speaker Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, today inaugurated the newly established healthcare facilities at Community Health Centre (CHC) Kremshore.
The facilities included a dedicated Hotline Service, an Ultrasonography (USG) Machine and a modern Dental Chair, all aimed at improving the accessibility, diagnostic capabilities and quality healthcare delivery for the local population.
Speaking on the occasion, the Speaker emphasized the governme... | | Read More |
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| Government Director Finance SKUAST-K visits KVK Bandipora-1 | | Reviews Institutional functioning, developmental activitie | | Bandipora, May 15 (Scoop News)- Director Finance/Comptroller, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology Kashmir (SKUAST-K), Haroon Ahmad Bhat visited KVK Bandipora-1 to review the functioning and developmental activities of the institution.
During the visit, Dr. Tariq Sultan briefed the Director Finance regarding the ongoing activities, institutional achievements, infrastructural facilities, and future development plans of the KVK.
The Director Finance inspected various sections of the Kendra and reviewed the overall functioning of the institution. He appreciate... | | Read More |
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| IUST Organises Exposure Visits for PM Shri HSS Students | | |
Awantipora, May 15(Scoop News)-The Office of Community Connect, Islamic University of Science and Technology, under the aegis of the Dean Outreach, organised a series of exposure visits for students from PM Shri Higher Secondary institutions across Jammu and Kashmir as part of its outreach and academic engagement initiatives.
During two such recent programmes, the University witnessed the participation of around 400 students and faculty members from both the Jammu and Kashmir divisions of the Union Territory. The visits aimed to familiarise students with the University’s academic environ... | | Read More |
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| Council of Ministers approves ₹93 crore power infrastructure projects for Srinagar | | | Srinagar,May 15 (Scoop News)-The Council of Ministers, chaired by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, has approved the augmentation of the Grid Sub Station at Zainakote from 450 MVA to 780 MVA at an estimated cost of ₹67.66 crore.
The Council also approved the upgradation of the 132 KV Pampore-Rawalpora and Rawalpora-Bemina transmission lines at a cost of ₹25.47 crore.
The approvals were accorded during the 6th meeting of the Council of Ministers.
The projects are aimed at significantly strengthening the power infrastructure in Srinagar and adjoining areas by enhancing transmission capacit... | | Read More |
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| IUST Organises Exposure Visits for PM Shri HSS Students | | |
Awantipora, May 15 (Scoop News)-The Office of Community Connect, Islamic University of Science and Technology, under the aegis of the Dean Outreach, organised a series of exposure visits for students from PM Shri Higher Secondary institutions across Jammu and Kashmir as part of its outreach and academic engagement initiatives.
During two such recent programmes, the University witnessed the participation of around 400 students and faculty members from both the Jammu and Kashmir divisions of the Union Territory. The visits aimed to familiarise students with the University’s academic envi... | | Read More |
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| NIT Srinagar scholar secures IndiaAI Fellowship for Bias Research in AI Models | | |
Srinagar, May 15 (Scoop News)-In a major boost to its research profile, the National Institute of Technology Srinagar has secured national recognition after its M-Tech scholar, Womika Khan, was awarded the prestigious IndiaAI Fellowship for 2025–26.
Womika, a Computer Science and Engineering student, earned the fellowship for her research on “Trustworthy AI: Investigating and Mitigating Bias in Large Language Models,” conducted under the supervision of Dr. Tawseef Ayoub Shaikh.
The work focuses on addressing bias in artificial intelligence systems, an area gaining urgency as ... | | Read More |
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| J&K Sports Council congratulates Rajouri’s Mohammad Yasser on historic gold medal | | at Asian Boxing Championship | |
Srinagar, May 15 (Scoop News)- The Jammu and Kashmir Sports Council today congratulated young boxing sensation Mohammad Yasser of Rajouri for winning the Gold medal at the Asian Boxing Championship held in Uzbekistan, describing the achievement as a historic milestone for Jammu and Kashmir and a proud moment for the entire nation.
The Council stated that Yasser’s international triumph reflects the growing sporting transformation taking place across Jammu & Kashmir under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who has consistently emphasized youth empowerment, grassroot... | | Read More |
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| Interactive Session with Student Council Members held at IUST | | |
Awantipora, , May 14 (Scoop News)-Continuing its efforts to strengthen the student welfare and communication and foster their overall involvement in the university life, the Office of the Dean of Students held a comprehensive interactive session with the members of the Council of Students IUST.
The meeting, chaired by the Dean of Students, was attended by the members of the Advisory Committee to the Council of Students. During the session, Dr Monisa Qadiri, Dean of Students, highlighted the council’s mandate to function as an active bridge connecting the student community with ac... | | Read More |
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| Police Attaches Immovable Property of UAPA Accused | | Operating as Terror Handler from Pakistan/Pakistan Occupied Kashmir | |
Srinagar, May 14 (Scoop News)-In continuation of its sustained crackdown on the terror ecosystem, police in Sopore has attached an immovable property comprising land measuring 10 Marlas, valued at approximately ₹20 Lakhs, situated at Kehnusa, Bandipora, belonging to an accused involved in terror-related activities and presently operating as a terror handler from Pakistan/Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK).
The property has been attached in connection with Case FIR No. 307/2023 registered at Police Station Sopore under Sections 13, 18, 18B, 20, 23, 38, 39 of the Unlawful Activities (Preven... | | Read More |
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| Police In Kulgam Busts Interstate Drug Network, Lady Kingpin and Associate Held | | |
Srinagar, May 14 (Scoop News)-In a major breakthrough against drug trafficking, Police Station Qazigund successfully busted an interstate narcotics network and arrested a notorious lady drug peddler along with her associate during sustained anti-drug operations in the district.
The operation began when a naka party of Police Station Qazigund deployed at Churrat near Kund Mode apprehended one suspicious person identified as Shakoor Khan son of Ahdoos Khan resident of Madenpora, Delhi (A/P Khanabal Batpora). During his personal search, approximately 6.9 grams of Heroin-like substance wa... | | Read More |
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| CUKashmir students bring laurels to varsity | | |
Ganderbal, May 14 (Scoop News)-The students of the Departments of Biotechnology and Computer Science and Engineering, Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) have brought laurels to the institution by achieving remarkable success.
In a major feat for the Department of Biotechnology, a team of students, comprising Ms Khalida Saher, Mr. Rayyan Niyaz, and Ms. Maryam Aijaz under the guidance of Dr. Rouf Ahmad Najar, has been selected for the prestigious BIRAC E-YUVA Fellowship Scheme of the Government of India. The fellowship, supported by the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Cou... | | Read More |
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| LG said our brave soldiers laid down their lives to defend the motherland | | 
Srinagar, May 14 (Scoop News)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today inaugurated the 'Shaurya Gatha' Complex at SM Hill in Tangdhar, Karnah in Kupwara District. The initiative marked a significant milestone in the promotion of battlefield tourism, heritage preservation and border area development.
The Lieutenant Governor applauded Northern Command, Chinar Corps, and all officers, soldiers ... | | Read More |
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| Rather reviews development scenario in Budgam | |  Emphasizes people-first' approach to governance, prioritised public service deliverySrinagar, May 14 (Scoop News)- Speaker Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, today chaired an extensive review meeting to assess the overall development scenario in Budgam district, with special focus on his constituency Charar-i-Sharief.
During the meeting, the Speaker conducted a comprehensive review of various departments including Rural Development Department (RDD), Roads & Buildings ( ... | | Read More |
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| Nasha Mukt Badge Distribution among Student and Faculty Ambassadors at IUST | | |
Awantipora, May 14 (Scoop News)-As part of the University’s online campaign envisioned by the Vice Chancellor, Prof Shakil Ahmad Romshoo, the Dean of Students Office IUST recently organised a badge distribution ceremony among the Student Council members and faculty members of the university under the Nasha Mukt Abhiyaan IUST. The badge distribution is being organised in collaboration with the Centre for Good Governance and Policy Analysis.
The program, which is a part of a sensitisation series under the campaign, coordinated by Dr. Monisa Qadiri, Dean of Students was presided over b... | | Read More |
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| Sakeena Itoo distributes appointment orders among CPWs at Srinagar | |  Reiterates Govts. commitment to merit based opportunities
Srinagar, May 12 (Scoop News)- Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo today said that Omar Abdullah led Government is committed to ensuring fair opportunities based on merit and transparency to the youth of Jammu and Kashmir, as well as merit-based promotions to employees for institutional growth and effective public service delivery.
The Minist ... | | Read More |
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| Admission to PG progs in CUKashmir to begin shortly | | |
Ganderbal, May 12 (Scoop News)- Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) will shortly begin admissions to its various postgraduate programmes for the academic session 2026–27, inviting candidates who have appeared in CUET-PG-2026 to register for admissions once the registration process formally begins.
According to the Directorate of Admissions, the University will offer admissions to a wide range of postgraduate programmes including M.A. English, M.A. Urdu, M.Com, M.A. Mass Communication and Journalism, M.A. Economics, M.A. Political Science, M.A. Kashmiri, LLM, M.Ed., Integrated B.E... | | Read More |
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| IUST Celebrates Mother’s Day with Inspiring Cultural Programme and Honours Mothers’ Contributions | | |
Awantipora, May 12 (Scoop News)- The Islamic University of Science and Technology celebrated Mother’s Day, with a cultural programme on campus to honour the invaluable contributions of mothers to families and society. The event was organised by the Dean of Students Office through its Cultural Committee.
Dean Academic Affairs, Prof. Sheikh Aijaz Bashir, who was the Chief Guest on the occasion, appreciated the university’s initiative in organising the celebration and emphasised the importance of developing a gender-sensitive environment on campus. He also highlighted his vision for stren... | | Read More |
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| SC Verdict Brings Ray of Hope for Kashmiri Prisoners | | AIP Urges Immediate release for MP Er Rashid | |
Srinagar,May 12 (Scoop News)- Awami Itihaad Party (AIP) Chief Spokesperson Inam Un Nabi has welcomed the significant observations and directions passed by the Supreme Court of India regarding timely disposal of bail applications, terming the verdict a major breather and a ray of hope for thousands of undertrial prisoners, including hundreds Kashmiri detainees lodged in different jails across the country.
Inam Un Nabi said the Supreme Court has once again upheld the spirit of justice and constitutional morality by emphasizing that timely consideration of bail is directly linked to the p... | | Read More |
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| Deputy CM conducts extensive tour of Nowshera constituency | | Stresses on quality, timely completion of ongoing development projects | | Nowshera,May 11(Scoop News)- Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary today conducted an extensive tour of the Nowshera constituency in Rajouri district to assess the progress of various ongoing developmental projects and review public service delivery across key sectors.
The Deputy Chief Minister visited the Sub-District Hospital Sunderbani, where he inspected the healthcare facilities, patient care services and overall functioning of the hospital. He directed the concerned officers to ensure efficient healthcare delivery, adequate medical facilities and prompt public service for the peop... | | Read More |
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| GDC Ganderbal conducts PRC-cum-Special Lecture under FYUGP (NEP 2020) | | |
Srinagar, May 11(Scoop News)- The Department of Urdu, Government Degree College Ganderbal, successfully organized a PRC-cum-Special Lecture under the ambit of the FYUGP course envisioned in the National Education Policy (NEP 2020).
The programme witnessed active participation from faculty members, students, and research scholars. During the session, three research students presented their research synopses before the PRC committee. The external expert and faculty members thoroughly reviewed the presentations and suggested necessary changes and improvements in their synopses to enhance ... | | Read More |
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| Ashok Koul stresses drug-free society, environmental protection at Sopore | | 
Sopore, May 11(Scoop News)- J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul addressed a “Nasha Mukht Abhiyaan” programme at Dakbunglow Sopore in Baramulla district of Kashmir, organized by the Jammu Kashmir Development Foundation, and called for a united social movement against the growing menace of drug abuse. He also participated in a plantation drive at Dakbunglow Park, Sopore, promoting ... | | Read More |
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| Dr. Shahid Iqbal flags off J&K U-20 Football team for national championship | |  Srinagar, May 10(Scoop News)-Commissioner Secretary, Youth Services and Sports, Dr. Shahid Iqbal Choudhary, today flagged off the Jammu and Kashmir U-20 Football team from the TRC Football Ground, Srinagar, for participation in the prestigious Swami Vivekananda U-20 National Football Championship.
The ceremony was attended by senior officers of the J&K Sports Council, coaches, players and spor ... | | Read More |
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| Nasha Mukt J&K Abhiyan registers major impact across J&K | | 2,16,123 awareness events involving more than 1 crore participants held across J&K | |
Srinagar, May 09(Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir Administration has achieved significant progress under the ongoing 100 Days “Nasha Mukt J&K Abhiyan”, reflecting a comprehensive whole-of-government approach to combat drug abuse, strengthening rehabilitation mechanisms and intensifying enforcement against narcotics networks across Jammu and Kashmir.
The campaign has also witnessed unprecedented success from the start till today, with significant public participation and institutional coordination involving departments of Health, Social Welfare,Information, Police, Education, and other a... | | Read More |
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| Train, skill students for future-ready jobs: Deputy Chief Minister | | Visits Polytechnic Colleges, ITI in Srinagar; reviews academic, infrastructural facilities | |
Srinagar, May 09(Scoop News)-Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary today stressed the need for skilling and training the students for future-ready jobs to ensure better livelihood opportunities and sustainable growth for the youth.
He made these remarks during his visit to various Government Polytechnic Colleges and Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) in Srinagar conducted to take first-hand appraisal of academic activities, infrastructure resources and facilities being provided to the students enrolled under different skill development programmes.
During the visit, the Deputy Ch... | | Read More |
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| CPS Students Secure Multiple Top Positions In National-Level Science Event | | Aakash Quiz & SKUAST-K Debate Competition | | Srinagar, May 09(Scoop News)- Crescent Public School, Naseem Bagh Srinagar, has once again brought laurels to the institution by achieving remarkable success in multiple prestigious academic, scientific and co-curricular competitions held across Kashmir in recent days. Students of the school showcased exceptional talent, confidence, creativity and academic excellence in science exhibitions, quiz competitions and debate events organized by Government & reputed educational institutions and organizations.
In one of the major achievements, students of Crescent Public School actively participat... | | Read More |
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| CUKashmir’s Deptt of English celebrates Tagore Day | | |
Sonmarg,May 09(Scoop News)- Department of English, Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) celebrated Tagore Day at the picturesque Sonamarg on Saturday, paying glowing tributes to Nobel Laureate, Rabindranath Tagore, through poetry recitations, and scholarly reflections on his timeless literary and humanistic legacy.
The programme commenced with the message of Dean School of Languages, Prof. Sandhya Tiwari, which was read out by Programme Coordinator, Mr. Sunil Kumar Mannil. In her message, Prof. Tiwari described Tagore as a “philosopher, novelist, playwright, composer, painter, edu... | | Read More |
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