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| IUST Organizes Program on Data Science in Clinical Health | | |
Awantipora, September 17 (Scoop News)- The Department of Mathematical Sciences, Islamic University of Science & Technology (IUST), hosted a program on “Harnessing Data Science in Clinical Health: Statistical Approaches for Longitudinal Data” under its Alumni Connect Program. During the program, a lecture was delivered by Dr. Ishfaq Ahmad Shah, an alumnus of the department and Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the University of Toronto, Canada.
Dr. Shah shared insights on the use of advanced statistical methods in clinical health, particularly in analyzing longitudinal data such as diet and microbiome studies for early disease detection. He emphasized the interdisciplinary role of Mathema... |
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| | Hakeem Yaseen condoles demise of veteran political leader Prof. Abdul Ghani Bhat | | |
Srinagar, September 17 (Scoop News)-Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Front (PDF) President and former Minister, Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen, has expressed profound grief and sorrow over the demise of Professor Abdul Ghani Bhat, a veteran political leader and respected intellectual voice of Jammu and Kashmir.
In his condolence message, Hakeem Yaseen described Professor Bhat as a towering personality whose contributions to political discourse, public life, and academia will always be remembered. He said Professor Bhat’s passing has created a void that can never be filled.
Recalling his personal association with the late leader, Hakeem Yaseen said, “Professor Sahib, a close friend and... |
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| | J&K ACB arrests JE & SO for bribe of Rs. 50,000 for realignment of HT Line | | |
Srinagar, September 17 (Scoop News)-Jammu and Kashmir Anti Corruption Bureau received a written complaint from a complainant alleging therein that demand of bribe of ₹50,000 by public servants namely Junior Engineer (JE) Shaiq Sultan Bhat and Section Officer (SO) Mohammad Ayoub Dar posted at Power Development Department, Electric Division Pantha Chowk for realignment electric pole installed in his property land situated at Sempora Pantha Chowk etc.
Consequent upon the information and in order to verify the allegations leveled against the public servants, the matter was discreetly verified through a designated officer of ACB Srinagar. On the basis of contents of the complaint, findings ... |
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| | J&K Police organises awareness programmes on New Criminal Laws in Handwara | | |
Srinagar, September 17 (Scoop News)-Continuing its outreach and awareness initiatives, J&K Police organised awareness programmes on the New Criminal Laws at various educational institutions across the district, including Government High School Madian Chogal, Sunrise Public School Handwara, Govt Secondary School Supernaghama Kralgund, Higher Secondary School Behnipora Zachaldara, and Khatija tul kubra Darul Uloom Langate.
Students and staff members participated in these programmes, where Police officers explained the key features and provisions of the newly introduced criminal laws and sensitized the participants about their significance in ensuring justice, safeguarding rights, and str... |
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| | J&K Police Observes ‘Sewa Parv’ with Swachhta Pledge and Safayi Abhiyan across Kashmir Valley | | |
Srinagar, September 17 (Scoop News)- As part of the ongoing nationwide observance of ‘Sewa Parv’, J&K Police organized a series of cleanliness initiatives across all police establishments in Srinagar, Ganderbal, Budgam, Pulwama, Anantnag, Bandipora, Kupwara, Baramulla, Kulgam, Shopian, Awantipora & Handwara. This occasion commenced with the administration of the Swachhta Pledge, reaffirming the commitment of police personnel towards cleanliness, hygiene, and a cleaner environment in line with the vision of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. These activities were aimed at fostering community involvement and promoting hygiene and environmental responsibility.
These drives witnessed active particip... |
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| | NIT Srinagar launches 15-day Swachhata Hi Seva 2025 campaign | | |
Srinagar, September 17 (Scoop News)-The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar officially launched the Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) 2025 campaign on Wednesday as part of the nationwide cleanliness initiative inspired by Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat (EBSB).
The inauguration, held near the Main Building fountain, was attended by In-Charge Director, Prof. Roohi Naaz, Registrar Prof. Atikur Rahman, Dean of Students Welfare Prof. Mohammad Abid Bazaz, Dean of Alumni and International Affairs Professor M.A. Shah, and Nodal Officer of SHS 2025 Dr. Ashok Kumar.
The event saw enthusiastic participation from students, faculty, staff, as well as NSS and NCC cadets, and EBSB volunteers.
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| | Lack of cold storage leaves Kashmir fruit growers at mercy of highway closures: Hakeem Yaseen | | |
Srinagar, September 16 (Scoop News)-People’s Democratic Front (PDF) President and former Minister Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen today expressed deep concern over the frequent closure of the Srinagar–Jammu National Highway, stating that it has badly hit the economy of Kashmir, particularly the horticulture sector.
He said it is unfortunate that despite the highway being known for frequent disruptions, successive governments have failed to put in place a long-term and concrete plan to address the crisis.
Yaseen said those who are crying today for the restoration of the highway had enough time and power in the past but failed to deliver.
“Had the governments constructed sufficient cold st... |
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| | Two day annual intra-college technology festival TechFusion 2025 concludes at NIT Srinagar | | |
Srinagar, September 16 (Scoop News)-The two day annual intra-college technology festival, TechFusion 2025 concluded at National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar.
The two-day festival was held under the banner of the Technology Club. It included a range of competitions designed to test technical knowledge and practical skills.
The mega event was coordinated by Dr. Iqra Altaf Geelani with the support of Director NIT Srinagar Prof. Binod Kumar Kanaujia, Institute Registrar Prof. Atikur Rehman, Dean Students’ Welfare, Prof. Mohammad Abid Bazaz.
On the opening day, events such as PromptCraft 2025, WHO AM I?, a Typing Contest, and Photopedia were conducted.
Day two feature... |
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| | Sakeena Itoo reviews power sector scenario in Kulgam district | | Directs for reliable, affordable power supply, transparency in billing | 
Srinagar, September 16 (Scoop News)- Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today chaired a meeting at Civil Secretariat here and conducted an extensive review of the electricity supply and distribution framework in Kulgam district.
The meeting was attended by MD KPDCL, Mehmood Shah; Special Secretary Power Development department; Chief Engineer KPDCL, SE KPDCL Bijbehara ; Executive Engineer KPDCL Kulgam; all Assistant Executive Engineers of Kulgam and other concerned officers.
During the meeting, the Minister took detailed assessment of ... |
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| | JKJA organizes Technical Training Programme on Strengthening digital capacity within the judicial system | | 
Srinagar, September 16 (Scoop News)-Jammu & Kashmir Judicial Academy (JKJA), under the guidance of the Governing Committee, organized a one-day technical training programme on strengthening digital capacity within the judicial system.
The sessions were chaired by Anoop Sharma, Registrar IT, and Sonia Gupta, Director, JKJA and brought together senior experts from the National Informatics Centre (NIC), Pune who delivered comprehensive sessions on critical components of the e-Courts Project.
The training emphasised on modernising case management systems, data monitoring, and digital fili... |
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| | J&K Apple Farmers Federation Urges Restoration of National Highway, Seeks Compensation for Losses | | |
Kulgam, September 15 (Scoop News)-The J&K Apple Farmers Federation, district Kulgam, on Monday addressed a press conference highlighting the worsening crisis faced by the apple industry in the Valley.
Speaking to the media, UT President of the Federation, Zahoor Ahmad Rather, said that the National Highway has still not been restored for heavy vehicles, including apple-laden trucks, due to which the fruit industry has suffered massive losses. He added that all fruit mandis remain shut, further compounding the distress of growers.
The Federation appealed to the government and the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) to urgently ensure smooth passage for trucks and co... |
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| | CUKashmir celebrates Engineers’ Day | | |
Ganderbal, September 15 (Scoop News)- The Department of Civil Engineering in collaboration with the Department of Information Technology, Central University of Kashmir (CUK) today commemorated Engineers’ Day-2025 at Tulmulla Campus.
Addressing the participants, Vice Chancellor, Prof. A. Ravinder Nath, highlighted the pivotal role of engineers in nation-building. He drew a distinction between engineering and technology, while explaining their interdependence in driving progress. He also remarked on how science and engineering together pave the way for new technologies that make human life more comfortable. Prof. A Ravinder Nath emphasized that engineering education must move beyond theo... |
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| | Hakeem Yaseen Urges urgent restoration of Jammu-Srinagar National Highway | | Calls for alternative arrangements for stranded truckers | |
Srinagar, September 15 (Scoop News)- President of the Jammu and Kashmir People’s Democratic Front (PDF) and former Minister, Hakeem Mohammed Yaseen, on Monday strongly urged the Union Territory government and the Centre to take urgent and serious measures for the immediate restoration of the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, calling it the "lifeline" of Kashmir.
In a statement issued here, Yaseen expressed deep concern over the prolonged highway closure, which he said has added to the suffering of the people of the Valley already reeling under floods and incessant rains.
“The Jammu-Srinagar highway is the only all-weather surface link connecting Kashmir with the rest of the countr... |
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| | NIT Srinagar celebrates Hindi Diwas with enthusiasm | | |
Srinagar, September 15 (Scoop News)-The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar on Monday celebrated Hindi Diwas to commemorate the historic day when the Constituent Assembly of India adopted Hindi (14th Sep 1949) as the official language of the Union government.
The event was part of the 15-day-long Hindi Pakhwada celebrations organized by the Rajbhasha Cell, which will feature a series of activities running until September 28
The function was graced by several distinguished personalities including Prof. Mohammad Noor Salam Khan, former Head of the Department of Chemical Engineering; Mr. Mubashir Ahmad Wani, Assistant Registrar (Administration); Mr. Mohammad Iqbal Dar, Assi... |
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| | Engineers’ Day Celebrated at NIT Srinagar | | |
Srinagar, September 15 (Scoop News)-The Students’ Chapter of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar organized Engineers’ Day celebrations on Monday.
The program featured a keynote address by Mr. Rajat Srivastava from the Ministry of Good Governance, who highlighted the role of engineers in shaping the future of the nation. “Engineers are the backbone of development. From infrastructure to digital innovation, their contributions define the progress of society,” he said.
In his remarks, Director NIT Srinagar, Prof. Binod Kumar Kanaujia said Engineers’ Day was an occasion to reflect on the vision and values of Sir M. Visvesvaraya.
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| | Delegation of Kashmir Valley Fruit Growers meets Lieutenant Governor | | 
Srinagar, September 15 (Scoop News)- A delegation of Kashmir Valley Fruit Growers Cum Dealers Union led by its Chairman Shri Bashir Ahmad Basheer called on Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha, today.
The members of the delegation expressed their gratitude to the Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha for the new Parcel Train from Budgam to Adarsh Nagar, New Delhi. They also put forth various welfare issues of fruit growers and traders from the valley including smooth movement of fruit-laden trucks on National Highway-44 and 10-tyre trucks on M... |
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