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| Seva Parv-2025: Swachhata Divas observed at CUKashmir | | |
Ganderbal, October 02 (Scoop News)- Under the nationwide observance of Seva Parv-2025, the Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) marked the culmination of the fortnight-long campaign “Swachhata Hi Seva 2025” with a programme “Swachhata Divas” at Tulmulla Campus here Thursday
The event was jointly organised by the Directorate of Students Welfare (DSW) and the National Service Scheme (NSS), with participation from faculty members, scholars, and students across the university.
The programme was presided over by Vice-Chancellor, Prof. A. Ravinder Nath, and attended by Dean School of Legal Studies, Prof. Farooq Ahmad Mir, Dean School of Life Sciences, Prof. Abid Hamid Dar, Dean Stude... |
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| | KVIC organises SDTPs across J&K on Gandhi Jayanti | | |
Srinagar, October 02 (Scoop News)- To mark the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, celebrated on 2nd October, multiple Skill Development Training Programmes (SDTPs) were held by KVIC across various districts of Jammu & Kashmir today.
The events were held in presence of Director, KVIC, J&K and Ladakh, Rajesh Kumar, and Principal, PMTC KVIC, Pampore, Anil Kumar Sharma.
The programme commenced with floral garlanding ceremony to pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi, followed by the Khadi Pledge, taken as part of the ongoing Khadi Mahotsav being celebrated from September 17th to October 23rd, 2025.
Speaking on the occasion, Anil Kumar Sharma briefed the attendees about the various skill development ... |
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| | Tariq Hameed Karra, G.A.Mir, others pay homage to Mahatma Gandhi, Lal Bahadur Shastri on their Jayanti | | recollect selfless services, supreme sacrifices of Mahatma Gandhi for the Nation |  Srinagar, October 02 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) on Thursday remembered father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi on his Jayanti and paid the departed leader floral tributes. JKPCC also remembered Lal Bahadur Shastri on his Jayanti, recollecting the selfless services of both towards Nation building and people empowerment.
J&K Pradesh Congress Committee held an impressive tribute function at Srinagar Party Office to mark the Jayanti of father of the Nation and Former Prime Minister of India Lal Bahadur Shastri. The event witnessed participation of a... |
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| | J&K Gears Up to Host 69th National School Games | | Over 4000 Young Athletes Expected | |
Srinagar, October 01 (Scoop News)-The Department of Youth Services and Sports, J&K, is hosting the 69th National School Games, a prestigious national sporting event expected to see participation from over four thousand young athletes from every state and union territory of India. The events will be held across venues in Srinagar and Jammu commencing in October 2024.
The National School Games, conducted under the aegis of the School Games Federation of India and supported by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, is India's largest school-level multi-sport event. It serves as a fundamental feeder system for national and international sporting competitions, with many of the country's most... |
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| | CUKashmir’s Pro Bono Club organises quiz competition | | |
Ganderbal, October 01 (Scoop News)- Pro Bono Club, Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) organized an Inter-University Legal Quiz Competition at the Moot Court, School of Legal Studies (SLS) here on Monday.
The event was marked by participation from five institutions—Central University of Kashmir, University of Kashmir, Kashmir Law College, Sopora Law College, and Vitasta Law College. The programme was aimed at fostering legal literacy, encouraging awareness about access to justice and inculcating a spirit of social responsibility and service among law students.
Addressing the participants, Registrar, Dr. Nisar Ahmad Mir reminded them about the importance of resolving disputes... |
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| | SSP Bandipora chairs crime and security review meeting | | |
Srinagar, October 01 (Scoop News)-To review the overall crime and security scenario of the district, Senior Superintendent of Police Bandipora, Shri Harmeet Singh Mehta-JKPS today chaired a meeting at the Conference Hall, District Police Lines Bandipora. The meeting was attended by all GOs, SHO's and Incharge PPs of district Bandipora.
The meeting primarily focused on issues related to new criminal laws, NDPS, UAPA Cases, quality data feeding in CCTNS, strengthening police-public relations, data management, and overall security assessment in the district.
During deliberations, SSP Bandipora stressed upon efficient law enforcement, proper investigation procedures, and timely dispos... |
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| | CUKashmir holds blood donation camp | | |
Ganderbal, October 01 (Scoop News)-Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) Vice-Chancellor, Prof. A Ravinder Nath Tuesday inaugurated one-day Blood donation Camp organised by the Health Centre and Directorate of Students Welfare (DSW) in collaboration with Blood bank, Government Medical College (GMC), Srinagar at Tulmulla Campus.
Organised under the flagship of Seva Parv-2025, the camp saw active participation of students, scholars, faculty members, administrative staff and others.
Registrar Dr. Nisar Ahmad Mir, Dean DSW, Prof. Irfan Aalam,, Medical officers Dr. Sheeba Nazir, Dr Abid, and the team of Blood Bank led by Head of Department Blood Bank, GMC Srinagar Dr. Nighat wer... |
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| | IUST NSS conducted Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign with Cleanliness Drives | | |
Awantipora, October 01 (Scoop News)- The National Service Scheme (NSS) unit of the Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) organized a series of activities under the Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) Campaign 2025, focusing on cleanliness, heritage conservation, and recognition of sanitation workers.
The campaign began with the nationwide initiative “Ek Din, Ek Ghanta, Ek Saath”, which saw active participation of students, faculty, and volunteers in sanitation drives and awareness programs. In collaboration with the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), NSS IUST also conducted a heritage conservation drive at the historic Awantipora Temple and along the Jhelum Riverbank, sensitizin... |
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| | Union Secretary DoSEL reviews Education scenario in J&K | | |
Srinagar, September 30 (Scoop News)- Union Secretary, Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSEL), Sanjay Kumar, along with a team of senior officers, today conducted a detailed review of the School Education Department in Jammu and Kashmir.
Union Secretary who chaired a high level meeting at SKICC Srinagar, stressed the need to improve quality of education throughout government schools in Jammu and Kashmir.
He encouraged for carrying out sustainable infrastructure upgradation to facilitate at all government schools for education.
At the outset, Sanjay Kumar called for a massive increase in student enrolment in government schools and directed the department to ensure q... |
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| | Selection Trials for 3rd Asian Youth Games Bahrain 2025 Held at SKISC Srinagar | | |
Srinagar, September 30 (Scoop News)-The Sher-i-Kashmir Indoor Sports Complex (SKISC) today witnessed the selection trials for the upcoming 3rd Asian Youth Games Bahrain 2025, with athletes from across India participating in the prestigious event.
The Selection Committee, comprising eminent officials—Mohammad Iqbal (Chairman, selection committee), Vinod Kumar (Haryana), Abhay Shriwas (Madhya Pradesh), Prem Singh Thapa (Odisha), and Aqsa Gulzar (J&K)—supervised the trials. The selections were carried out on the basis of:
• Previous performances at major international competitions (Asian & World level)
• Achievements at the Junior National Pencak Silat Championship
• Performance during... |
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| | Glorious Closing Ceremony Marks the culmination of the 3rd Junior Asian Pencak Silat Championship 2025 | | |
Srinagar, September 30 (Scoop News)-The curtains came down on the 3rd Junior Asian Pencak Silat Championship 2025 with a spectacular closing ceremony at the Sher-i-Kashmir Indoor Sports Complex, Srinagar, celebrating six days of intense competition, cultural exchange, and sporting excellence.
The championship, held from September 25 to 30, witnessed the participation of over 300 athletes from 11 Asian nations—India, Indonesia, the Philippines, Vietnam, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Kazakhstan. Young martial artists showcased remarkable skill, discipline, and sportsmanship, making this edition one of the most memorable in the tournament’s history.
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| | IGP Kashmir chairs security review meeting at PCR Kashmir | | |
Srinagar, September 30 (Scoop News)- Inspector General of Police, Kashmir Zone, Shri V.K. Birdi-IPS, chaired a security review meeting at the Conference Hall of Police Control Room, Kashmir, to assess the prevailing security scenario across the valley. The meeting was attended by all Range DIsG, District SSsP of Kashmir Zone, and other senior officers.
At the onset of the meeting, Range DIsG and SSsP briefed the chair about the overall crime and security situation in their respective jurisdictions. Detailed reviews were presented on law & order management, ongoing anti-terror operations, and public safety measures. The deliberations also focused on critical issues including actions u... |
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| | J&K Police Organizes ‘Run for Unity’ events in Kashmir valley | | | Srinagar, September 30 (Scoop News)-As part of the commemoration of the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, Police organised “Run for Unity” events under the Civic Action Programme (CAP) in Awantipora, Budgam, Sopore, Kulgam and Shopian.
In Awantipora, ‘Run for unity’ event was flagged off by SDPO Awantipora Shri Raja Majid-JKPS alongwith SHO PS Awantipora from Main Chowk Awantipora to DPL Awantipora Crossing. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation of students of different schools of Awantipora area. The first three winners were presented with mementos and appreciation certificates. Besides, debate competition was organised at Govt. Girls Higher Secondary School ... |
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| | NIT Srinagar signs MoU with Paras Hospital to provide CGHS cash-based healthcare | | |
Srinagar, September 30 (Scoop News)- The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Hazratbal, Srinagar, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Plus Medicare Hospitals Pvt. Ltd. (Paras Health, Srinagar branch) to extend quality healthcare services to its employees and their dependents at affordable rates.
The MoU was signed during a formal ceremony attended by key officials from both institutions. From NIT Srinagar, Registrar Prof. Atikur Rehman, Deputy Registrar (Accounts) Mrs. Nazia Nazir, Deputy Registrar (Administration) Mr. Faisal Irshad Ganai, Assistant Registrar (Director’s Office | Legal) Mr. Mohammad Hazik, and Assistant Registrar (Academics) Mr. Mohammad Iqbal Dar we... |
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| | JKAP-12th Security Battalion organized a swatchhta drive | | |
Srinagar, September 30 (Scoop News)-JKAP-12th Security Battalion organized a swatchhta drive in the premises of APC Zewan on 30/09/2025. The drive witnessed enthusiastic participation of all the officers/officials of JKAP-12th Security Battalion. During the drive, the surroundings were cleaned, garbage was removed, and awareness was created among the staff members and the residents of the locality. Special emphases was laid on segregation of waste, discouraging single use plastic and promoting eco-friendly practices.
Speaking on the occasion, Commandant JKAP-12th Security Battalion, Shri Suneel Raj-JKPS highlighted the importance of collective responsibility in keeping our environment ... |
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| | Karra chairs Coordinators, DCC Presidents meeting | | discusses upcoming organizational activities, Signature campaign against Vote Theft | |
Srinagar, September 30 (Scoop News)-The J&K Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) will be launching a mass signature campaign across J&K against the vote theft by ECI-BJP collusion in all the districts across J&K to awaken people about BJP’s undemocratic and immoral measures unleashed to manipulate elections for the sake of remaining in power and suppressing the opponents to hide its utter failure on all fronts.
Vote theft is posing a grave challenge to the Indian democratic setup, which will be defeated by the Congress to safeguard the democracy and democratic institution in the country. Democracy is under assault since the BJP assumed power at Centre. The systematic erosion of instituti... |
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| | Ashok Koul highlights GST benefits for common people at Handwara | | |
Srinagar/Handwara (Kashmir),September 30 (Scoop News)- In a major development in Srinagar, prominent hotelier Sahil Reshie joined Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, welcomed him into the party fold.
This joining was held in presence of J&K BJP General Secretary Anwar Khan, Secretaries Arif Raja and Mudasir Wani, Officer Bearers Adv Sajid Yousuf Shah, Bilal Parray, Er Sahil Bashir Bhat and District President Srinagar Sheikh Salman and Senior leader & Vice DDC Irfan Manhas.
While welcoming the new entrant, Ashok Koul said that the BJP is committed to empowering every section of society in Jammu and Kashmir. The joining of such prominent... |
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| | Cold-Storage owners ignore agreements with growers, arbitrarily hike charge | | Apple growers face problems as trucks pile up and pre-agreed contracts are overlooked: Apple Farmers Federation | |
Srinagar, September 29 (Scoop News)-The Jammu & Kashmir Apple Farmers Federation strongly condemns the arbitrary actions of certain cold storage owners, particularly in Lassipora, Pulwama, who are deliberately ignoring previously signed agreements with growers for the preservation of apples. Such a breach of commitment is deeply unfair and has created grave difficulties for farmers who rely on these facilities to safeguard their produce.
Zahoor Ahmad Rather, president of the Federation said that growers have reported that cold storage operators are exploiting the frequent road blockades to impose hiked charges, despite having entered into clear agreements with farmers at agreed... |
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| | Swachhata Hi Seva 2025 observed at NIT Srinagar with enthusiastic participation | | |
Srinagar, September 29 (Scoop News)-The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar observed the Swachhata Hi Seva Abhiyaan 2025 with a series of week-long cleanliness, sanitation, and sustainability activities, reaffirming its commitment to the nationwide Clean India Mission.
The campaign, organised by the EBSB Cell in collaboration with NSS and NCC units, witnessed active participation of students, faculty, and staff.
The programme began on September 17 with an oath-taking ceremony led by Director Prof. Binod Kumar Kanaujia, Prof. Abid Bazaz, Dean Student Welfare, Registrar Prof. Atikur Rehman, EBSB Nodal Officer Dr. Ashok Kumar, NSS Head Dr. Pramod Yadav, and NCC Head Dr. Nit... |
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| | JKAP 5th Bn. distributes school kits to differently abled students under CAP | | |
Srinagar, September 29 (Scoop News)- In a heartwarming display of compassion and community service, the JKAP 5th Battalion today distributed school kits to differently abled students belonging to different parts of Jammu and Kashmir. The initiative, conducted under the Civic Action Program and supervised by Commandant Shri Shabir Nawab was aimed to provide essential educational support to these young learners.
The school kits, comprising bags, lunch boxes, water bottles, geometry boxes, pencils, and copies, were thoughtfully assembled to meet the needs of students with special requirements. The distribution targeted underprivileged students of Govt. Higher Secondary School Batama... |
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| | CUKashmir Deptt of Tourism celebrates ‘World Tourism Day’ | | |
Sonamarg,September 29 (Scoop News)- Department of Tourism Studies (DTS), Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir), in collaboration with the Sonamarg Development Authority (SDA), celebrated World Tourism Day on the theme “Tourism and Sustainable Transformation” at the Sonamarg club.
Speaking on the occasion, Dean School of Business Studies, Prof. Syed Zahoor Gilani, emphasised the need to protect the eco-fragile environment of Sonamarg by laying more thrust on sustainable tourism practices (STPs) to keep something for posterity. He insisted that the concerned Govt agencies and other tourism stakeholders must unite to make Sonamarg a plastic and pollution-free destination. He talked ... |
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| | CUKashmir VC unveils poster for CBP on ‘Academic and Research Excellence’ | | |
Ganderbal, September 29 (Scoop News)- Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) Vice-Chancellor, Prof. A Ravinder Nath on Monday unveiled the poster of forthcoming two-week Capacity Building Programme (CBP) on “Academic and Research Excellence in Higher Education”, scheduled from 27th October to 7th November 2025 at the Tulmulla campus.
The programme sponsored by the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), New Delhi will focus on research methodologies, the Indian Knowledge System, Artificial Intelligence tools, and academic writing excellence. Prof. Sandhya Tiwari, Dean School of Languages being the recipient of the grant is the Course Director.
Dean Academic Affairs, Prof.... |
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| | IUST Celebrates ‘Sewa Parv’ with a Series of Student Welfare and Community Outreach Programs | | |
Awantipora, September 29 (Scoop News)-The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) organized a series of activities from September 17 to October 2, 2025, to celebrate Sewa Parv (Service Festival), highlighting its commitment to health, wellness, environmental sustainability, and community service.
The celebrations began with a spirited rally in support of the Nasha Mukt Abhiyan (Drug-Free Campaign), where students and staff marched through the campus lawns and took a pledge towards building a drug-free campus, led by Prof. Yasmeena Ashaie. The initiative was organized in collaboration with the Health and Wellness Centre, the Dean of Students, and the Proctor Office.
The... |
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| | Sakeena Itoo reviews developmental scenario of Mendhar, Rafiabad Assembly Constituencies | | 
Srinagar, September 29 (Scoop News)-Minister for Health & Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today convened a comprehensive review meeting to assess developmental works, infrastructure projects and welfare initiatives in the Mendhar and Rafiabad Assembly Constituencies.
Besides, Cabinet Ministers Javed Ahmed Rana and Javid Ahmed Dar, the meeting was attended by Additional Chief Secretary Higher Education Shantamanu; Secretary Health & Medical Education, Dr. Syed Abid Rasheed Shah; Director School Education Jammu; Director Health Services Kashmir/Jammu, and ot... |
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| | Kashmir’s Carpet Legacy Strengthened as IICT Starts Silk Weaving Training in Pulwama | | 
Pulwama, September 29 (Scoop News)- In a significant initiative to strengthen the traditional carpet industry of Kashmir, the Indian Institute of Carpet Technology (IICT), Srinagar has launched a two-month Short Term Skill Upgradation Programme in Silk Carpet Weaving at Wakherwan, Pulwama.
The programme is being implemented under the Guru Shishya Hastshilp Prashikshan Programme (GSHPP) of the National Handicrafts Development Programme (NHDP), sanctioned by the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Union Ministry of Textiles.
In a press statement issued today, Director... |
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