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| Padma Shri Awardee Dr. Milind Pralhad assumes Office as Chairman, Board of Governors, NIT Srinagar | | 
Srinagar, December 03 (Scoop News)- Padma Shri awardee and distinguished entrepreneur Dr. Milind Pralhad Kamble on Wednesday formally assumed charge as the Chairman of the Board of Governors (BOG) of the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, marking the beginning of a new chapter of leadership for the premier engineering institution.
Dr. Milind was accompanied by Cmdr. Kesavan Baskkaran (Retd.), Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of IIM Jammu. They were received at the Srinagar International Airport by Deputy Registrar (Administration, Director’s Office) Faisal Irshad Ganai, ... |
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| | Zaiba Aapa institute observes International Day for persons with Disabilities | | 
Bijbehara, December 03 (Scoop News)-Humanity Welfare Organization Helpline commemorated World Disability Day 2025 with a high-profile program held on December 3 at Zaiba Aapa Institute of Inclusive Education, Bijbehara. The event saw participation from around 300 children with diverse disabilities and their parents, who showcased their capabilities through cultural performances, speeches, and other demonstrations of talent.
DIG South Kashmir Range, Javed Iqbal Matoo IPS, graced the occasion as chief guest, lauding Zaiba Aapa Institute as a pioneering model positively impacting the disab... |
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| | IUST Holds BoRS meeting for School of Sciences | | |
Awantipora, December 02 (Scoop News)-The School of Sciences, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), held its 5th meeting of the Board of Research Studies (BoRS) to discuss key academic and research matters and to deliberate on strategies aimed at strengthening the research environment of the University.
The meeting was presided over by Prof. Shakil A. Romshoo, Vice Chancellor, IUST, and attended by senior faculty members and leading academic experts from reputed institutions. The program was coordinated by Dr. Aabid Hussain Shalla, Dean Research, who at the onset highlighted the major research initiatives and achievements of the University, with a particular emphasis on p... |
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| | Police organises debate competition on drug abuse on the theme “Nasha Mukht Bharat Abhiyan” | | | Srinagar, December 02 (Scoop News)-As part of its ongoing efforts to promote awareness against drug abuse and strengthen community-police engagement, Police in Ganderbal organised a debate competition under the civic action programme at Government Higher Secondary School Ganderbal. The event centred around the theme “Nasha Mukht Bharat Abhiyan”, aiming to encourage students to speak against the Menace of Drugs and contribute towards building a healthy, drug-free society.
The programme was graced by DySP Headquarters Ganderbal Dr. Urfaan–JKPS and DySP DAR Shri Altaf Khan-JKPS, who interacted with the students and delivered insightful briefings on the importance of collective responsibili... |
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| | NABARD Delegation Visits IUST to Explore Collaboration for Rural Entrepreneurship & Innovation | | |
Awantipora, December 02 (Scoop News)-A high-level delegation from the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) visited the CIED–IUST Foundation IUST Innovation Campus, today to explore areas of collaboration for strengthening rural innovation, entrepreneurship, and livelihood-based enterprises in Jammu & Kashmir.
The delegation was led by Shri Vikas Mittal, General Manager, NABARD J&K, accompanied by Shri Manohar Lal, Deputy General Manager, NABARD Jammu, Shri Surinder Singh, Deputy General Manager, NABARD Srinagar, and around twenty team members from NABARD. The programme was presided over by Prof. A. H. Moon, Dean Academic Affairs, IUST and was attended by coordin... |
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| | Scaling New Heights: J&K Youth Embody Adventure and Discipline in Trekking Expeditions | | YSS Foster Leadership, Resilience, and Environmental Connection Through Organized Treks | 
Srinagar, December 02 (KIP)- The spirit of adventure and outdoor learning is flourishing across the Union Territory of J&K as Youth Services & Sports Department (YSS) in several districts successfully orchestrated trekking expeditions, underscoring a committed push towards holistic youth development. Young participants from Kishtwar, Ganderbal, Kupwara, and Bandipora districts displayed remarkable enthusiasm, discipline, and teamwork, embracing the challenges and beauty of the natural landscapes.
In Kishtwar, the seventh day of the Inter-Zonal District Level Residential Trekking Expedi... |
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| | Div Com Kashmir Reviews Physical, Financial Progress of SMDA Projects | | |
Srinagar, December 01 (Scoop News)- Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Anshul Garg, today conducted a comprehensive review of the physical and financial progress of various development projects being executed under the Srinagar Metropolitan Development Authority (SMDA).
The meeting was attended by the Deputy Commissioners of Srinagar, Budgam, and Ganderbal; Commissioner SMC; Vice Chairman SDA; CEO Wullar Manasbal Development Authority; Town Planning Officer; CPO Bandipora and other concerned officials.
During the review, the Divisional Commissioner assessed the status of works on key projects including the development of Transport Nagar Parimpora, construction of community f... |
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| | IUST Hosts Industrial Connect Program on Data Analytics and Decision-Making | | |
Awantipora, December 01 (Scoop News)- Under University’s Industry Connect Program, The Department of Mathematical Sciences, Islamic University of Science & Technology (IUST) organized a program with Mr. Zainul Arfin, Deputy Manager (Analytics), JSW Energy Ltd., Mumbai.
The program titled ‘From Data to Decisions: Analytics Landscape in Industries’ was aimed to provide the trainees exposure to real-time industry challenges and opportunities in Data Science, Analytics, and Applied Statistics. Mr. Arfin emphasized the importance of data-driven decision-making, emerging trends in analytics, and the growing role of mathematical and statistical tools in industrial growth and strategic develop... |
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| | J&K police secured life imprisonment conviction in POCSO Act case in Ganderbal | | |
Srinagar, December 01 (Scoop News)- In a significant achievement, J&K Police in Ganderbal has secured Life imprisonment for an accused involved in a grave offence under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The Conviction marks a major success in the Ganderbal Police’s unwavering efforts to ensure justice for the victims of such heinous crimes.
The accused, Varinder Thakur, son of Yadav Lal Thakur, resident of Sariswa, Bihar, has been awarded Life imprisonment along with a fine of ₹50,000 by the Hon’ble Court of Principal Sessions Judge, Ganderbal, under Section 06 of POCSO Act. In addition to the above conviction, the accused has also been sentenced as under:... |
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| | J&K Police arrests 02 long term absconders in Awantipora | | |
Srinagar, December 01 (Scoop News)- J&K Police Awantipora have arrested 02 absconders who were evading their arrest for last 23 years.
J&K Police in Awantipora received non-bailable warrants under section 299 CrPC/ 335 Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita issued by the Hon’ble Principal Session Court Pulwama against two absconders namely Ishaq Ahmad Sheikh son of Ghulam Nabi Sheikh resident of Chersoo & Farooq Ahmad Dar son of Ghulam Mohd Dar resident of Reshipora. The absconders were involved in Case FIR No 85/2002 of Police Station Awantipora.
Accordingly, a special team headed by SHO PS Awantipora under the supervision of SDPO Awantipora was constituted and the accused persons wer... |
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| | Rana listens to public grievances at Srinagar | | issues on spot directions for prompt action | 
Srinagar, December 01 (Scoop News)- Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, today held a series of meetings with multiple delegations in Srinagar.
The groups raised matters related to water supply schemes, forest and environmental concerns, as well as service-related issues of Rehbar-e-Janglat employees.
The delegations briefed the Minister on various bottlenecks hindering the effective service delivery in their respective areas.
The Minister issued on-spot directions to the concerned departmental wings for time bound, transparen... |
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| | World AIDS Day 2025 Observed at GCOE Srinagar | | 
Srinagar, December 01 (Scoop News)- Government College of Education (GCOE) M. A. Road, Srinagar observed World AIDS Day 2025, an event organized by the Nodal Principal, Kashmir Division Colleges, in collaboration with the J&K AIDS Control Society.
The programme aimed to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS and highlight the role of youth as crucial contributors to transforming the AIDS response.
On the occasion, Prof. (Dr.) Seema Naz, Nodal Principal of Kashmir Division Colleges, apprised the gathering about the significance of the observance and emphasized sustained awareness, proactive... |
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| | J&K Police arrest drug peddler in Sopore, Psychotropic substance recovered | | |
Srinagar, November 30 (Scoop News)- In a continued crackdown on drug menace, J&K Police in Sopore have arrested a drug peddler and recovered Psychotropic substance from his possession.
A police party of Police Station Sopore, at a checkpoint at Downtown near Samad Complex, intercepted a suspicious individual identified a Waseem Ahmad Bhat, son of Ghulam Nabi Bhat, resident of Badambagh Sopore. During his personal search, psychotropic substances were recovered from his possession. The contraband Substance was seized on the spot and the accused was arrested. Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 267/2025 has been registered at Police Station Sopore and investigation has been initiated.
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| | J&K Police organises essay competition in Baramulla | | |
Srinagar, November 30 (Scoop News)- Continuing its initiative to highlight the life, leadership, and immense contribution of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (the Iron Man of India) to nation-building, J&K Police organised an essay competition at Government Middle School Udoosa under the jurisdiction of Police Station Uri.
Students from the institution participated with great enthusiasm, skilfully showcasing their writing abilities on the assigned themes. At the conclusion of the event, prizes were duly awarded to the top three position holders. This initiative successfully aimed to both encourage academic excellence among students and strengthen police–public engagement at the grassroots ... |
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