CM Omar Abdullah reviews Pulwama development scenario
9/16/2026 8:38:31 PM
inaugurates, lays foundation stones for projects worth ₹86 CrPulwama, September 16 (Scoop News)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the developmental scenario of Pulwama district, covering key sectors including Health, Rural Development, Education, Social Welfare, Infrastructure and Public Works, Heritage, Tribal Development, Housing, Rural Livelihoods, Jal Shakti, Power, HADP, Horticulture, Animal and Sheep ...
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Lieutenant Governor attends Shri Shiv Mahapuran Katha in Raebareli
9/16/2026 8:32:45 PM

Srinagar, September 16 (Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today attended the Shri Shiv Mahapuran Katha in Raebareli, in the holy presence of the revered Pandit Pradeep Mishra Ji. He observed that the divine teaching of Lord Shiva is a sacred pilgrimage for seekers of truth.

The Lieutenant Governor extended heartfelt gratitude to Hon'ble Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Shri Man ...
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CS directs for time-bound revival action for recoverable MSMEs
9/16/2026 8:13:20 PM
Orders faster field assessments and follow-up of rehabilitation cases Srinagar, September 16
Srinagar, September 16 (Scoop News)-: Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the progress and functioning of the J&K MSME Health Clinic, a digital initiative aimed at monitoring, diagnosing and revitalizing Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across the Union Territory through timely assessment and targeted interventions.

The meeting was ...
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Speaker meets media ahead of Autumn Session
9/16/2026 8:07:48 PM
calls for responsible, objective coverage
Srinagar, September 16 (Scoop News)-Speaker, Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, today chaired a meeting with representatives of the media fraternity ahead of the forthcoming Autumn Session of the Legislative Assembly, scheduled to commence on September 21.

The purpose of the meeting was toseek their suggestions and addressing the issues concerning the smooth and effe ...
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Chinar Premier League Cricket Tournament 2026 concludes
9/16/2026 4:14:26 PM

Srinagar, September 16 (Scoop News)-The Chinar Corps concluded the first edition of the Chinar Premier League (CPL) Cricket Tournament 2026 at Gen Bipin Rawat Stadium, Baramulla with a sense of bonhomie, sportsmanship & pride. The event marked a significant milestone in the region's sporting calendar where this year's tournament saw record participation. Out of 130 teams registered, 79 teams we ...
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EDUFEST Kupwara 2026:Empowering students building a brighter future
9/16/2026 4:09:44 PM

Srinagar, September 16 (Scoop News)-In a significant initiative to strengthen educational awareness and empower the youth of Kupwara, Indian Army in collaboration with SKIE Classes, organised “EDUFEST Kupwara 2026” on 15 September 2026 at Boys Higher Secondary School, Kupwara.
Envisioned as a flagship educational outreach programme, the event brought together experienced professionals and edu ...
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Seven sittings, five effective days, NC Govt running away from people’s questions: Sunil Sharma
9/15/2026 9:16:29 PM
NC govt fears Assembly debate, cuts session to mere seven sittings
Jammu, September 15 (Scoop News)-Leader of Opposition in the J&K Legislative Assembly Sunil Sharma, along with BJP MLAs Dr Narinder Singh, Ch. Vikram Randhawa, Yudhvir Sethi, Adv. R.S. Pathania and Surinder Kumar Bhagat, and J&K BJP Media Incharge Dr. Pardeep Mahotra, strongly condemned the National Conference government for reducing the forthcoming Assembly session to merely seven sittings, sa ...
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CM Omar Abdullah distributes appointment orders to 55 JKAS, Accounts Service officers
9/15/2026 8:21:15 PM
‘You have got a chance which very few people get, use it to serve people,’ CM tells appointees
Srinagar, September 15 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today distributed appointment orders to 55 newly selected candidates of the Combined Competitive Examination entering the Jammu & Kashmir Administrative Service and Jammu & Kashmir Accounts ((Gazetted) Service at a function held at SKICC here.

The 55 newly appointed officers include 28 Junior Scale JKAS officers and 27 Accounts ...
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CM Omar Abdullah inaugurates IEI guest house ‘IEI GHAR’ at Church Lane, Sonwar
9/15/2026 8:17:35 PM

Srinagar, September 15 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated the guest house of The Institution of Engineers (India) (IEI), ‘IEI GHAR’, at Church Lane, Sonwar, here on the occasion of the 59th Engineers’ Day.

Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, MLA Lal Chowk Sheikh Ahsan Ahmed (Pardesi), Commissioner Srinagar Municipal Corporation Faz Lul Haseeb, Chairman, I ...
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Speaker reviews preparations for JKLA Autumn session
9/15/2026 7:41:29 PM
calls for meticulous planning, coordination
Srinagar, September 15 (Scoop News)-Speaker, Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, today convened a meeting with the senior officers to review and finalise the arrangements for smooth conduct of the forthcoming Autumn Session of the Legislative Assembly, scheduled to commence from September 21, 2026, in Srinagar.

Secretary JKLA Manoj Kumar Pandit, Commissioner Secretary ...
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59th Engineers’ Day celebrations held at Srinagar; IEI Ghar inaugurated
9/15/2026 7:37:15 PM

Srinagar, September 15 (Scoop News)- The Institution of Engineers (India), Jammu & Kashmir State Centre (IEI-JKSC), in collaboration with the J&K Coordination Committee of Engineering Graduates Associations, organized the 59th Engineers’ Day celebrations in Srinagar on the theme “Engineering Excellence for a Sustainable and Technologically Sovereign India.”

The programme brought together mem ...
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ASKPC observes Balidan Diwas; pays solemn tributes to Kashmiri Pandit martyrs
9/15/2026 7:31:46 PM

Jammu, September 15 (Scoop News): The All State Kashmiri Pandit Conference (ASKPC–SSDYSS Regd.) organized a solemn General Body Meeting at ASKPC Bhawan, Durga Nagar, Jammu, to observe Balidan Diwas and pay heartfelt tributes (Shraddhanjali) to the martyrs who laid down their lives for the community and the nation.

Presiding over the commemorative meeting, ASKPC (Regd.) President Shri R. K. W ...
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CM Omar Abdullah meets Legislators, other deputations at Civil Secretariat
9/14/2026 8:02:22 PM

Srinagar, September 14 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today met a number of legislators, delegations and individuals at the Civil Secretariat here and discussed issues of public importance.

The Chief Minister met MLA Sonawari Hilal Akbar Lone along with a delegation. The delegation raised various developmental issues and public welfare concerns pertaining to the constituency.

MLA Khansahib Saif-ud-Din Bhat also called on the Chief Minister and apprised him of several constituency-specific issues.

The Chief Minister also met Director, ICAR-Central Institute of Temperate H...
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Panun Kashmir observes Balidhan Diwas in Jammu and Bengaluru Pay homage to martyrs
9/14/2026 7:09:21 PM
Pays homage to martyrs
Jammu, September 14 (Scoop News)-Panun Kashmir observed Balidhan Diwas in Jammu and Bengaluru on Sunday, holding solemn programmes to commemorate those regarded by the organisation as martyrs of the Kashmiri Pandit community and to recall the community's experiences of violence, terrorism, displacement and loss in Kashmir.

In Jammu, the main programme was held at the Manhas Mahasabha Ground, ...
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Chief Secretary inspects progress on High Security Prison at Dambra, Kathua
9/13/2026 8:26:09 PM
Directs expeditious completion of ongoing works, associated infrastructureKathua, September 13 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today visited the construction site of the High Security Prison coming up at Dambra, Tehsil Mahanpur in Kathua district and reviewed the progress of ongoing works.

The Chief Secretary took stock of the progress of various components of the project. He was apprised that work on different sections of the prison complex besides other ...
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Prof. Romshoo elected as NASI fellow
9/13/2026 6:27:14 PM

Awantipora, September 13 (Scoop News)-Prof. Shakil Ahmad Romshoo, Vice-Chancellor, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), has been elected as Fellow of the National Academy of Sciences, India (NASI), the country’s oldest science academy, established in 1930.
The prestigious Fellowship recognises Prof. Romshoo’s sustained contributions to Earth and Environmental sciences and adds ...
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J&K CM Omar led Govt approves ₹49.34 cr parking projects in Jammu
9/13/2026 3:23:13 AM


Srinagar, September 12 (Scoop News)- The Jammu and Kashmir Government, led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, has accorded administrative approval for two major parking infrastructure projects in Jammu, aimed at easing traffic congestion and strengthening planned urban infrastructure in the city.

The approved projects include a Parking-cum-Commercial Complex at Parade and a Multilevel Car Parking facility at SMGS Hospital, Jammu, with a combined estimated cost of ₹49.34 crore.

The projects are envisaged to provide modern and organised parking facilities at key locations, helping decon...
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J&K launches UT-wide apprenticeship campaign under NAPS
Over 15,000 youth register, 2000+ establishments onboarded in one week
9/13/2026 3:22:10 AM

Srinagar, September 12 (Scoop News)-In a major push to enhance youth employability and strengthen industrial productivity, the Department of Skill Development, Jammu & Kashmir, has launched a Union Territory-wide awareness-cum-registration campaign under the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS), aimed at creating stronger linkages between classroom learning and the evolving requirements of industry.

The campaign has received an overwhelming response, with more than 15,000 youth registering on the official apprenticeship portal across all 20 districts of Jammu and Kashmir in th...
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Speaker directs accelerated execution of new Legislative Assembly Complex
stresses adherence to October 2027 deadline
9/13/2026 3:19:44 AM
Jammu, September 12 (Scoop News)-Speaker, Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, today visited the new Legislative Assembly Complex and reviewed the progress of ongoing works, taking detailed stock of the physical and infrastructural development achieved so far.

During the visit, the concerned officers briefed the Speaker about the status of various components of the prestigious project, including the works completed, those nearing completion and the activities presently in progress. A detailed assessment was also made of the works pending and the pace of execution of ...
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CM Omar Abdullah congratulates Para Archer Sheetal Devi on World Archery Para Series Gold
9/11/2026 7:40:34 PM


Srinagar, September 11 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has congratulated Indian para archer Ms. Sheetal Devi on winning the Gold Medal in the Women’s Compound Individual Event at the World Archery Para Series 2026, Stage III, held in Ahmedabad.

The Chief Minister said Sheetal’s remarkable achievement, which also includes a Bronze Medal in the Compound Mixed Team Event, is a proud ...
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CS Dulloo reviews framework for UT-level Project Monitoring Group
9/11/2026 7:27:16 PM
National PMG presents model for its early establishment
Srinagar, September 11 (Scoop News)-Jammu & Kashmir is set to establish a dedicated Project Monitoring Group (JK-PMG) on the lines of the National Project Monitoring Group (PMG) to ensure high-level monitoring of mega developmental projects and facilitate smooth, coordinated resolution of bottlenecks affecting their execution.

The institutional framework for replicating the national mechanis ...
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Surinder Choudhary inaugurates Kashmir Expo 2026 at Zabarwan Park
9/11/2026 7:22:59 PM
3 day showcase celebrates J&K’s craft, culture, cuisine, entrepreneurial talent
Srinagar, September 11 (Scoop News)-Jammu and Kashmir Trade Promotion Organization (JKTPO) under the aegis of the Department of Industries & Commerce, organized three day Kashmir Expo, 2026 being held from 11th to 13th September 2026 under the theme “Celebration of Craft, Culture & Cuisine – Showcasing Rich Kashmir’s Heritage by Empowering Golden Hands & Talent.”

The expo was inaugurated by ...
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