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| Police destroys Poppy cultivation in Baramulla & Budgam | | | Srinagar, June 07 (Scoop News)-Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, Police alongwith civil authorities in Baramulla & Budgam destroyed Poppy cultivation spread on vast area of land besides, police arrested a poppy cultivator in Ganderbal.
In Baramulla, a specific information was received by police regarding illegal cultivation of Poppy (opium plant) at three different places viz Poshnag Kreeri, Dangerpora & Check Sari Pattan. Accordingly, police parties from Police Station Kreeri & Police Station Pattan led by respective SHOs alongwith Magistrates raided the spots falling in their jurisdiction. At Poshnag Kreeri, illegally cultivated Poppy spread on o... |
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| | SIA, JK Police acts tough against terror funding | | Attach 124 properties situated across J&K | |
Srinagar, June 07 (Scoop News)-In consonance with the policy of the government for zero tolerance towards anti State activities, the State Investigation Agency (SIA) and the Executive Wing of J&K Police has widened the legal framework against terror funding by attaching 124 properties, land and buildings, situated across J&K at 86 locations.
These properties, during the course of investigation in terrorism related cases, have been established prima facia to be either proceeds of terrorism or used in such activities which are aimed at furtherance of terrorism and secessionism.
Invoking provisions of section 8 and section 25 of Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA), SIA and executive... |
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| | JKEDI to host workshop for Women Entrepreneurs of J&K on 19th & 20th June | | |
Srinagar, June 07 (Scoop News)- Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI) in collaboration with Startup India, Department for Industrial Policy and Promotion (DPIIT), Government of India is going to organize a two-day workshop for women entrepreneurs of J&K on 19th and 20th June 2023.
Director JKEDI, Ajaz Ahmad Bhat today chaired a preparatory meeting in this regard. Senior faculty members and officers of the Institute participated in the meeting.
It was given out that the workshop will include focused sessions on the startup ecosystem, experience sharing, capacity building and pitching sessions. In addition, participants will also get access to a pre-workshop vir... |
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| | World Food Safety Day-2023 celebrated at Anantnag | | | Anantnag, June 07 (Scoop News)-To promote awareness and understanding of Food Safety, Food Safety department Anantnag today organized a function to celebrate ‘World Food Safety Day-2023’ at Govt. Girls Higher Secondary School Anantnag and Govt. Boys Higher Secondary School Bijbehara on the theme ‘Food Standards Save Lives’.
During the program, the attention of students was drawn towards the importance of Food standards as a way of ensuring safety and quality of food and ways to prevent, detect and manage food borne risks.
The event was celebrated with a variety of activities including painting competitions, display of good hygienic practices and seminars.
Later, the students participated... |
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| | DPAP to hold protest rally against price hike, reduction of ration, imposition of property tax | | |
Srinagar, June 07 (Scoop News)- Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP) on Wednesday held a meeting at its Srinagar headquarters wherein price rise, stopping of free ration distribution to poor, reduction of monthly ration quota to consumers and imposition of property tax were discussed.
The meeting was chaired by DPAP Deputy Chairman G.M. Saroori.
During the meeting, it was observed that people are suffering due to price hikes in essential commodities.
The meeting observed that the stoppage of free ration to the poor would lead to starvation of people while the reduction in monthly quota of ration to consumers in rice-consumed J&K is unacceptable.
The meeting further observe... |
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| | Altaf Bukhari urges party cadres to stay proactive and dedicated in their service to the people | | |
Srinagar, June 07 (Scoop News)-Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari on Wednesday called upon the party leaders and senior workers to maintain an active and dedicated role in serving the people in their respective areas.
He emphasised that given the widespread public support for the party and people’s trust in the party's agenda, it is morally obligatory for party members to establish strong connections with masses to serve them.
According to a press note issued here, Mr. Bukhari made these comments while addressing a party delegation consisting of leaders and senior workers from north Kashmir’s Handwara constituency.
The delegation called on the party president to discu... |
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| | Altaf Bukhari extends greetings to the Hajj pilgrims | | Appeals them to pray for enduring peace and prosperity in J&K | | Srinagar, June 07 (Scoop News)-As the first batch of Hajj pilgrims from Jammu and Kashmir embarked on their sacred journey, Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari extended his heartfelt greetings to all the aspirants of J&K who are going on the spiritual journey of Hajj this year.
In his message, Apni Party President appealed to the pilgrims to pray for sustained peace and prosperity in Jammu and Kashmir during their pilgrimage.
He said, "May Almighty showers His grace upon you and illuminate your sacred journey with spiritual awakening and enlightenment. I humbly request that you all pray for the enduring peace and prosperity of Jammu and Kashmir, which has been grappling wit... |
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| | Altaf Bukhari pays glowing tribute to Haji Buland Khan on his 16th death anniversary | | | Srinagar, June 06 (Scoop News)-Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari paid glowing tributes to veteran Gujjar leader and former legislator Late Haji Buland Khan on his 16th death anniversary. The great leader was the father of the Apni Party’s Vice President,
Aijaz Ahmad Khan; and party’s senior leader and former legislator Mumtaz Khan.
In his statement, Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari, while remembering the contribution of the legendary leader, said, "Haji Buland Khan was one of the most popular and towering leaders that Jammu and Kashmir have had so far. He spent his entire life working for the downtrodden and marginalised sections of society. He was a messiah for the neglected c... |
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| | Kisan Tehreek held day-long working committee meeting at Srinagar | | Demands relief for hailstorm hit orchardists, peasants of valley | |
Srinagar, June 06 (Scoop News)-J&K Kisan Tehreek (JKKT) held a day-long working committee meeting at Srinagar on the issues confronting Kisans in the region. The meeting was presided over by Ghulam Mohmad Shah, President Kisan Tehreek.
Zahoor Ahmad Rather, General Secretary of the Tehreek presented the Secretary's report and expressed concerns over the plight of kisans in the region. He said that agriculture has totally been neglected by the government despite a major chunk of the population being dependent on this sector. He said the amendments to the land laws have created uncertainty and distress among the poor peasant community. The administration has taken over a large chunk of ... |
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| | DC Ganderbal reviews arrangements for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2023 via Baltal axis | | | Ganderbal, June 06 (Scoop News)-The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Shyambir today convened a meeting of all concerned district officers to review arrangements for the smooth conduct of Annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SAJY), 2023 via Baltal axis.
At the outset, detailed discussion was held regarding the preparations and arrangements by different departments at various locations including transit camp Manigam, base camp Baltal, Domail, Railpathri and other halt stations.
The meeting held threadbare discussion on various ongoing works and arrangements including provisions of water and electricity, Medicare facilities, sanitation, drainage, registration of service providers, public conven... |
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| | Tariq Zarger visits Shopian; participates in PMAY (G) camps | | Takes stock of public grievances, demands | | Shopian, June 06 (Scoop News)-Secretary in Rural Development Department and Panchayati Raj, Tariq Ahmad Zarger, today visited Heerpora, Manloo and other panchayats of Shopian district and participated in camps held under Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana Gramin (PMAY G) besides taking stock of public demands and grievances regarding the scheme.
Tariq Zargar said that PMAY-G is centre's flagship housing entitlement scheme which aims to address the housing problems of poor populace. It addresses the rural housing shortage and bridges the housing deficit in rural areas of India, contributing significantly towards mission of "Housing for All". This year about 2 lakh housing units have been targete... |
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| | J&K Fencers and Footballers to feature in international events | | |
Srinagar, June 06 (Scoop News)-The fencing duo of Vishal Thappar and Rishika Khajuria have made J&K proud by securing a place in the number of international events slated this year.
While Vishal trained for almost ten years in the fencing center of J&K Sports Council at M.A Stadium and for the last two years he has been training at center NCOE Patiala. Both fencers have been honing their skills under the tutelage of Tshotu Lal, renowned fencing instructor of J&K Sports Council.
Rishika who is elated at her selection said that these are very prestigious tournaments and based on her performance in these events, she can improve her world ranking besides an opportunity to compete with the b... |
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| | DC Baramulla kick-starts Intensified Diarrhoea Control Fortnight at PHC Sheeri | | Calls to adopt precautionary measures to eliminate child deaths due to Childhood Diarrhoea | | Baramulla,June 06 (Scoop News)-The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Baramulla, Dr Syed Sehrish Asgar today kick-started Intensive Diarrhoea Control Fortnight (IDCF) campaign at Primary Health Centre (PHC) Sheeri during the programme organized by District Health Society Baramulla.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr Syed Sehrish thoroughly explained the cause of diarrhoea among the children. She also explained about the precautionary measures and interventions and preparation of ORS at home and its uses.
Elaborating further, the DC said that the ultimate aim of Intensified Diarrhoea Control Fortnight 2023 is to achieve zero child deaths due to childhood diarrhoea. She complimented ASHA’s and AWW for thei... |
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| | War against Drugs: Pledge ceremonies, rallies held in Kupwara | | | Kupwara, June 06 (Scoop News)-On the directions of the Deputy Commissioner Kupwara, Dr. Doifode Sagar Dattatray, Pledge ceremonies and sensitization sessions were held in different Panchayat Halqas of Kupwara district during Gram Sabhas as part of War against drugs-‘Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan’ (NMBA).
On the occasion participants including Men, Women, Youth, and PRIs vowed to stay away from drugs and discourage use of drugs and substance abuse and ensure that Kupwara district becomes drug free.
Participants pledged that they all stand together in war against drugs and substance abuse. The aim of the pledge ceremonies was to sensitize the people about the harmful effects of drug abuse and r... |
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| | J&K Bank contributes 89% of credit disbursement in Bandipora during 2022-23 | | DDC Chairman, DC Bandipora jointly chair DLRC, DCC meeting; review performance of Banks | | Bandipora, June 06 (Scoop News)-J&K Bank, the state's premier financial institution, alone has disbursed 89 percent of total credit amounting to Rs 459.86 crore among all the banks in district Bandipora for the financial year 2022-23.
Lead District Manager J&K Bank, Shabir Ahmad Dar stated this during the meeting of District Consultative Committee (DCC) cum District Level Review Committee (DLRC) held at DC office Bandipora.
DDC Chairman Abdul Gani Bhat and Deputy Commissioner, Bandipora, Dr Owais Ahmad jointly chaired the meeting attended by district coordinators of all the banks, government departments and other development agencies.
Giving a complete break-up of the credit di... |
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| | Renowned Ecologist Prof. Sukumar delivered at IUST | | |
Awantipora, June 06 (Scoop News)-Prof. R. Sukumar, Honorary Professor, Centre for Ecological Sciences, Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bangalore delivered a special lecture at Islamic University of Science and Technology today.
The expert deliberated upon Climate Change and Sustainable Future, and called for a collaborative global action to mitigate the impact of Climate Change. Terming it a global crisis that can have catastrophic impact, he called for concerted actions to mitigate its impact. He emphasised that the global community should join hands and make collaborative efforts to address the problems caused due to climate changes.
The program was presided over by Prof Sha... |
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| | Police arrests 05 drug peddlers in Baramulla & Kulgam | | Contraband substances recovered | |
Srinagar, June 06 (Scoop News)- Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, Police have arrested 05 drug peddlers in Baramulla & Kulgam and recovered contraband substances from their possession. Besides, destroys poppy cultivation in Sopore.
A Police party of PS Sheeri at a checkpoint established at Dangerpora Market intercepted 03 persons riding a motorcycle bearing registration number DL9SB-5432. They have been identified as Shafeeq Ahmad Naikoo son of Gh Rasool, Yasir Ahmad Lone son of Fayaz Ahmad & Fayaz Ahmad Wani son of Ab Jabar, all residents of Dangerpora Sheeri. During search, 170 grams of Charas was recovered from their possession. They have been a... |
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| | CUK VC asks students, scholars to share innovative ideas for constructing eco friendly campus | | |
Ganderbal, June 05 (Scoop News)-Central University of Kashmir (CUK) Vice-Chancellor, Prof. A Ravinder Nath Monday asked the university students, research scholars and faculty members to share their innovative ideas and designs for constructing eco-friendly structures at the designated Tulmulla campus here.
“The university will engage the stakeholders and ensure their participation for developing the campus on the modern lines to conserve natural resources, produce less waste and emissions, and utilize sustainable materials,” he said during a function “Our Planet: Our Environment Our Campus” for Mass Mobilization on Mission LiFE organized by the varsity’s Department of Botany in collabora... |
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| | World Environment Day: DLSA Srinagar organizes Door-to-Door campaign | | Raises awareness about the importance of environmental conservation | |
Srinagar, June 05 (Scoop News)-On the occasion of World Environment Day, the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Srinagar, under the guidance of Chairman Jawad Ahmad today organized a Door-to-Door campaign to spread awareness about the importance of environmental conservation.
The initiative witnessed active participation of para-legal volunteers, law students, defence counsels of LADC office Srinagar and dedicated penal lawyers, and citizens all united in their commitment to promote environmental consciousness.
The campaign was a thoughtful endeavor to raise awareness about environmental issues, educate the community on sustainable practices, and inspire collective action for a gr... |
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| | Missing minor child from Bangladesh rescued in the trafficking case by ICPS Kulgam | | | Kulgam, June 05 (Scoop News)-The Child Protection Officer (CPO), Integrated Child Protection Services (ICPS) District Kulgam has received one child of age 13 years (Name withheld) resident of Bangladesh who was trafficked from Bangladesh to Kashmir month before and was left at Awantipora Pulwama.
The custody of the child was taken after the CPO ICPS Kulgam received a call from police post Mirbazar regarding the trafficking of children case. The CPO along with outreach workers reached the spot and received the child.
The Incharge police post informed CPO, ICPS Kulgam for immediate necessary action in the matter.
Accordingly, the child was kept in Bait ul Hilal Chawalgam, Kulgam by team I... |
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| | ‘World Environment Day’ celebrated across Anantnag | | | Anantnag, June 05 (Scoop News)-The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Anantnag, SF Hamid today addressed students from different educational institutions of the district at Sports Stadium Anantnag to mark the ‘World Environment Day’.
Earlier, the students presented a memorandum to the DC outlining various suggestions for mitigating the effects of climate change and preserving the environment.
Students were seen holding placards with appeals to people to save the environment. They advocated strong reliance on 3Rs to reduce pressure on natural resources, called for all people to come together in addressing environmental issues and called on people to bring about behavioral change to save the environ... |
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| | Tourism Department celebrates World Environment Day | | Dir Tourism launches plantation, sanitation drives at Pahalgam | | Pahalgam, June 05 (Scoop News)- Director Tourism Kashmir, Raja Yaqoob Farooq today launched a series of activities to commemorate World Environment Day at the renowned tourist destination of Pahalgam.
On the occasion, Director Tourism Kashmir initiated a tree plantation drive, wherein numerous saplings were planted at various locations within the tourist resort. This symbolic gesture symbolizes the dedication of the department towards the preservation of Nature and sustainable tourism.
Furthermore, a comprehensive sanitation drive was undertaken in and around the Pahalgam vicinity, emphasizing the importance of maintaining cleanliness and hygiene within the region.
Director Tourism Kas... |
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| | NIT Srinagar celebrates World Environment Day | | Director, Registrar NIT felicitate painting competition winners | |
Srinagar, June 05 (Scoop News)-The Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat (EBSB) in collaboration with Art and Culture Club of the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar organized a grand function to celebrate “World Environment Day” under the theme " Beat Plastic Pollution' on Monday.
The function was presided over by Director, NIT Srinagar Prof. (Dr.) Sudhakar Yedla, was Chief Guest, while Institute's Registrar Prof. Syed Kaiser Bukhari was the Guest of Honor on the occasion.
In his presiding address, Prof. Yedla said there is a need for joint efforts to curb plastic pollution. Before implementing a complete ban on plastic materials, it is essential to have viable alternatives in place to... |
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| | Environmental pollution behind rise in cancer cases in Kashmir: DAK | | |
Srinagar, June 05 (Scoop News)-On world environment day, Doctors Association Kashmir (DAK) on Monday said environmental pollution is behind spike in cancer which has reached to epidemic proportions in Kashmir.
“Air pollution is causing rise in cancer cases in the valley,” said DAK President Dr Nisar ul Hassan.
Dr Hassan said the air quality in Kashmir has been constantly deteriorating for the past few years due to the increasing number of vehicles, construction, brick klin, cement and other factories which emit pollutants and significantly pollute our air.
“And this is contributing to enormous burden of cancer in the valley,” he said.
“Research has shown that polluted air is associa... |
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| | Concrete steps needed to restore, protect environment of Kashmir: Tarigami | | Plastic pollution, a major threat for environment | |
Srinagar, June 05 (Scoop News)-On the occasion of World Environment Day, CPI(M) leader Mohamad Yousuf Tarigami has expressed serious concern about the ecological devastation that has befallen the beautiful region of Jammu & Kashmir. This fragile ecosystem, renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, rich biodiversity, and cultural heritage, is now under grave threat due to the administration’s apathy. It is imperative that we act swiftly and decisively to prevent irreversible damage and preserve the environmental treasures of Kashmir for future generations.
World Environment Day brings together millions of people from across the globe. The objective of commemorating the day is to eng... |
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