CIED- IUST secures Capital Grant under Startup Policy of Government from JKEDI
1/30/2026 11:04:58 PM

Awantipora, January 30 (Scoop News)- In the Idea to Impact Start up Mela organized by JKEDI at Jammu, CIED- IUST secured a Start Up grant of 50 Lacs. The award was presented by Honorable Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Mr Omar Abdullah to the team from IUST led by Prof Shakil Ahmad Romshoo, Vice Chancellor in presence of Advisor to Honorable CM, Shri. Nasir Aslam Wani, Commissioner Secretary Industries and Commerce, Shri. Vikramjit Singh and Director JKEDI. Shri Khalid Jahangir. On this occasion, IUST supported incubatee winner of Outstanding Entrepreneurship and Start Up award was als...
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Police arrests 06 drug peddlers; Contraband/psychotropic substances recovered
1/30/2026 11:02:42 PM

Srinagar, January 30 (Scoop News)- In its continued efforts to curb the drug menace from the society, J&K Police have arrested six drug peddlers from various locations and recovered contraband/psychotropic substances from their possession.

In Anantnag, a police team intercepted a vehicle bearing registration number JK03C-4157 at a checkpoint established at Achabal Chowk, driven by Arif Ramzan Mir son of Mohd Ramzan Mir resident of Shangus. During search, 16 grams of heroin-like substance was recovered from his possession.

Similarly, in Pulwama, during routine naka checking near Haw...
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Div Com reviews Status of UEED Development Projects in Srinagar
1/30/2026 11:00:16 PM

Srinagar, January 30 (Scoop News)- Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, today chaired a meeting to review the status of ongoing and proposed development projects being executed by the Urban Environmental Engineering Department (UEED) in Srinagar.

The meeting was attended by Vice Chairman LCMA, Additional Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Chief Engineers of KPDCL, PHE and R&B, Superintending Engineer UEED, General Manager NBCC Srinagar, Deputy Director Planning, and other senior officers.

At the outset, the Superintending Engineer, UEED, gave a detailed presentation on ongoing and...
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PDP MLA Waheed Parra Moves Reconciliation,Trauma Healing and Dignity Bill in J&K Assembly
1/30/2026 10:56:56 PM


Srinagar, January 30 (Scoop News)- Jammu, PDP MLA Waheed Ur Rehman Parra has moved a notice in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly to introduce a private member’s bill seeking dignity, reconciliation and trauma healing for people affected by decades of violence and instability in the Union Territory. The bill, titled the “Jammu and Kashmir Reconciliation, Trauma Healing and Dignity Bill, 2026,” is proposed to be taken up during the Budget Session of the J&K Assembly beginning on February 2.

According to the notice submitted to the Assembly Secretariat, the proposed legislation aims to estab...
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Power Shutdown by KPDCL
1/30/2026 10:47:47 PM


Srinagar, January 30 (Scoop News)-Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL has informed that Shutdown of 33 KV Alusteng-Zakura line will be observed due to which power supply to Ahmad Nagar, Umerhair and adjoining areas will be affected from 11 AM to 02 PM on 31 January 2026.

Similarly, shutdown of Cheshmashahi-TRC-Nedous line will be observed due to which power supply to Dal, Paras Hospital and 33 KV installations of Rajbagh Tapline will be affected from 10 AM to 03 PM on 01 February 2026.

Likewise, shutdown of 33 kV Budgam SIDCO Tap line will be observed due to which power supply to O...
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DC Baramulla felicitates District Level Winners of DIPR Competitions
1/29/2026 11:20:54 PM
Baramulla,January 29 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Minga Sherpa, in presenc Srinagar, Jammu, January 29 (Scoop News)-e of Additional Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Altaf Hussain Musvi and District Information Officer Baramulla, Iftikhar Naseem, today felicitated the district level winners of the Vande Mataram Singing and Essay Writing Competitions from Baramulla district.

The competitions were organised by the Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR), Jammu and Kashmir, on the occasion of the 77th Republic Day.

The felicitation ceremony was held in the office...
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Ashok Koul addresses VB–GRAM G workshop in Bandipora
1/29/2026 11:03:52 PM
Criticizes CM for neglecting public welfare
Bandipora, January 29 (Scoop News)-Bharatiya Janata Party J&K organised a district level meeting cum workshop in Bandipora, The Program was chaired by Ashok Koul General Secretary (Organization) where he addressed a Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Aajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB–GRAM G) Workshop and later an organisational meeting with the district team at Bandipora, aimed at strengthen ...
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Handicraft Dept launches skill training under SAMARTH to revive carpet weaving in Kashmir
1/29/2026 10:56:48 PM


Srinagar, January 29 (Scoop News)- Indian Institute of Carpet Technology (IICT), Srinagar, under the aegis of Handicrafts and Handloom Department, has taken a major stride towards revival of the centuries-old craft of hand-knotted silk carpet weaving in Kashmir by commencing Skill Up-gradation Training for 160 candidates under the SAMARTH (Scheme for Capacity Building in Textile Sector) initi ...
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Deputy CM reviews post-snowfall situation in Kashmir
1/29/2026 10:00:01 PM
ensures uninterrupted essential services Srinagar, January 29 (Scoop News)-Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today convened a review meeting at the Civil Secretariat, Srinagar, to assess the post-snowfall situation across Kashmir region besides reviewing the availability of essential services in the region.

Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, deliberated on the overall progress of snow clearance measures and resto ...
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ACB books former MD, serving Dy MD SICOP and others regarding illegal appointment
1/29/2026 9:27:20 PM

Srinagar,January 29 (Scoop News)-ACB Jammu registered a formal case FIR No. 01/2026 u/s 5(1)(d) r/w section 5(2) of J&K PC Act, Svt. 2006 & section 120-B RPC at P/S ACB Jammu against R.K. Razdan, then MD SICOP Jammu (now retired), Kunal Choudhary (now Deputy General Manager SICOP, Jammu) and others, into the allegations regarding illegal appointment, regularization and promotion of one Kunal Choudhary, now working as Dy. General Manager, SICOP.

During the course of verification, it surfaced that R.K. Razdan, then MD SICOP, by abuse of his official position and in criminal conspiracy with...
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Kashmir Farmers Federation Seeks Immediate Safeguards In Land Records Digitisation Process
1/29/2026 9:24:51 PM


Srinagar, January 29(Scoop News)-The Kashmir Farmers Federation (KFF) has expressed grave concern over the manner in which the ongoing digitisation of land records is being carried out in Jammu and Kashmir, procedural lapses, lack of ground verification and absence of farmer participation may lead to large-scale injustice and long-term disputes.

In a statement issued here today, Chairman Kashmir Farmers Federation, Adv. Abdul Rashid Hanjura, said that agriculture and horticulture form the backbone of Jammu and Kashmir’s economy, sustaining lakhs of farming families across the region. A...
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Police Solves Theft Case In Sopore; 02 Accused Arrested
1/29/2026 9:16:45 PM

Srinagar, January 29 (Scoop News)-Police in Sopore have successfully solved a cattle theft case by arresting two accused persons involved in the commission of crime and recovered stolen cattle from their possession.

During the course of investigation of case FIR No. 21/2026 under Section 303(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), several suspects were brought in for questioning. During sustained interrogation, one suspect Shakir Ahmad Dar son of Mohammad Ashraf Dar resident of Dangerpora Sopore confessed to his involvement in the commission of crime and further disclosed the role of an...
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Ashok Koul addresses VB–GRAM G workshop, reviews relief measures
1/28/2026 8:54:27 PM
highlights 1430 crore relief package
Kupwara, January 28 (Scoop News)-Jammu & Kashmir BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul today addressed a Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB–GRAM G) Workshop and later an organizational meeting with the Kupwara district team at the BJP office in Kupwara, aimed at strengthening grassroots-level organizational functioning and ensuring effective outreac ...
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Police Extends Helping Hand To General Public Amid Heavy Snowfall In Ganderbal, Shopian
1/28/2026 10:00:16 AM

Srinagar, January 27 (Scoop News)- Demonstrating its unwavering commitment to public service, Police in Ganderbal and Shopian provided timely assistance to general public stranded due to heavy snowfall and adverse weather conditions.

Police teams, deployed on the ground despite harsh conditions, are working relentlessly to ensure the safety and well-being of the stranded individuals. The assistance included evacuation of vehicles stuck in deep snow, facilitation of safe movement, and on-spot help to vulnerable commuters. Moreover, police in Shopian provided timely assistance to the gener...
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Police Provides Prompt and Life-Saving Assistance Amid Heavy Snowfall In Baramulla
1/28/2026 9:58:22 AM


Srinagar, January 27 (Scoop News)-Amid intense snowfall across various parts of District Baramulla, Police in Baramulla demonstrated swift response and humanitarian commitment by extending timely assistance to people in distress at multiple locations.

Following receipt of an emergency call by SHO Police Station Kreeri, the information was immediately relayed to Police Post Wagoora for urgent intervention. Acting swiftly, a police team rushed to Watergam, where a pregnant lady required immediate medical attention. Despite adverse weather and difficult road conditions, the police team su...
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Sakeena Itoo unfurls National Flag on 77th Republic Day at Anantnag
1/26/2026 11:32:50 PM
Anantnag, January 26 (Scoop News)-Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today unfurled the National Flag at Shaheed Himayun Muzzamil Memorial Government Degree College Boys here to mark the 77th Republic Day celebrations.

She inspected the parade and took salute from the contingents of CRPF, J&K Police, Home Guards, J&K Police Band, Fire & Emerg ...
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VC presides over the Republic Day celebrations at IUST
1/26/2026 8:35:42 PM


Awantipora January 26 (Scoop News)-On the occasion of 77th Republic Day celebrations at IUST, Vice Chancellor Prof Shakil Ahmad Romshoo unfurled the National Flag. The ceremony was attended by the employees of the university including Deans of schools, Head of Departments/Centres, Officers of the university besides the security contingent.

Addressing the participants, Prof Romshoo highligh ...
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16th National Voters Day celebrated in Srinagar
1/25/2026 9:34:42 PM
Div Com Kashmir, DC Srinagar felicitate BLOs, distribute EPICs among newly enrolled voters
Srinagar, January 25 (Scoop News)-On the occasion of 16th National Voters Day celebrations, a grand function was organized by the District Election Office, Srinagar here at Government College of Education, M A Road to mark the foundation day of the Election Commission of India, established on 25th January 1950.

The function was presided over by the Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, ...
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Award of Defence Ministry Padak to SUO Appun Deep Kour of 3J&K BN NCC,Baramulla
1/25/2026 9:21:48 PM

Srinagar, January 25 (Scoop News)-During the ongoing Republic Day Camp (RDC) 2026 at New Delhi, SUO Arpun Deep Kour of 3 J&K Bn NCC from Baramulla has been awarded with the prestigious Raksha Mantri Padak by Hon’ble Defence Minister of India Shri Rajnath Singh for exemplary duty, service & discipline displayed during Operation Sindoor where she coordinated and executed relief activities in B ...
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Ensure swift snow clearance, restoration of essential services across Kashmir: Deputy CM
1/25/2026 9:03:19 PM
Visits Integrated Command, Control Centre HMT; assesses progress on Seerbagh–Sempora Bridge
Srinagar, January 25 (Scoop News)- Deputy Chief Minister today visited the Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC), HMT Srinagar, to take stock of ongoing snow clearance operations and restoration of essential services across the Kashmir Valley.

Reviewing the post-snowfall situation, the Deputy Chief Minister emphasized the need for swift and prompt snow clearance in all affected areas. ...
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