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| Northern Railway adds extra 3AC Coach to Rajdhani to ease rush | | Move aims to reduce waiting lists, enhance passenger hcomfort | |
Jammu, April 09 (Scoop News)- In view of heavy passenger rush and long waiting lists, the Jammu Division of Northern Railway has decided to attach an additional 3AC coach to Train No. 12425/12426 (Rajdhani Express) to facilitate smoother travel and improve chances of confirmed ticket availability.As per the decision, the additional coach will be attached to Train No. 12426 (Rajdhani Express) for the period from April 11 to April 24, ensuring enhanced comfort and better accommodation for passengers during the peak travel season.
Senior Divisional Commercial Manager Uchit Singhal stated that the move comes in response to the surge in passenger traffic during the summer vacation period,... |
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| | Police reiterate their commitment to ensuring public safety | | and taking swift action against criminal elements. | |
Srinagar, April 08 (Scoop News)-Continuing its sustained drive against unauthorized service providers in the tourist destination of Sonamarg, Police conducted a special enforcement operation under the jurisdiction of Police Station Sonamarg.
During the drive, one individual identified as Muzafar Ahmad Khatana son of Gh Nabi Khatana, resident of Sumbal Bala Gund, Ganderbal, was found operating at the tourist resort Sonamarg using a forged license. Acting promptly, Police took cognizance of the offence and registered a case vide FIR No. 04/2026 under relevant sections of law, at Police Station Sonamarg and further investigation into the matter has been initiated.
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| | Amod Ashok Nagpure-IPS Takes Charge as SSP Anantnag | | |
Srinagar, April 08 (Scoop News)-Shri Amod Ashok Nagpure-IPS today assumed charge as Senior Superintendent of Police, Anantnag, following a formal handing-over ceremony at District Police Headquarters.
Before taking over, he visited District Police Lines to pay heartfelt tributes to police martyrs, saluting their supreme sacrifice for the nation.
The outgoing SSP, Shri Amrit Paul Singh-IPS, transferred the charge in a smooth, professional transition. Shri Amod Nagpure was welcomed with a ceremonial Guard of Honour and the warm greetings of senior district police officers.
The new SSP reaffirmed his commitment to excellence in policing and public safety, while honouring the force’s... |
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| | Mega job fair held at Chinar Yuva Centre, Baramulla | | 
Srinagar, April 08 (Scoop News)-The Chinar Yuva Centre, Baramulla, hosted the Mega Job Fair 2026 on April 7 and 8. The event aimed to connect job seekers with leading employers across various sectors, including IT, Hospitality, Automobile, Insurance, Retail, and Allied Fields.
This year’s fair saw an encouraging response, with over 3,000 aspirants registering—a 60 percent increase compared to the previous year. Approximately 1,100 vacancies were on offer, reflecting a similar 60 percent growth year-on-year. The focus was on aligning candidates’ aspirations with employment opportunities, pa... |
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| | Kathua admin hosts live telecast of CM’s inaugural address for 3-day awareness programme | | DC Rajesh Sharma urges students to develop positivity in behaviour | | Kathua, April 08 (Scoop News)-District Administration Kathua today hosted the live telecast of the inaugural ceremony of the Three-Day youth Awareness Programme, an initiative of the School Education Department, formally inaugurated by Chief Minister J&K Omar Abdullah from Convention Centre Jammu.
The live broadcast was arranged here in the Auditorium Hall of Government Degree College (GDC) Women. The Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma presided over the session.
The event was coordinated under the supervision of Chief Education Officer Kewal Krishan. The schools from across the district participated in the inaugural day event.
The three-day awareness programme focuses on key ... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor prorogues Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly | | |
Jammu, April 08 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, has prorogued the Legislative Assembly of the Union Territory, formally winding up the Legislative Assembly session.
According to a bulletin issued by the Assembly Secretariat, the order dated April 7, 2026, was issued by the Lieutenant Governor in exercise of the powers conferred under Section 18(2)(a) of the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganization Act, 2019.
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| | JKLA Speaker sets historic record; presides over 102.35 hrs in 22 sittings of Budget Session 2026 | | | Jammu, April 06 (Scoop News)- Speaker Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly (JKLA), Abdul Rahim Rather, has created a remarkable milestone in the history of legislative proceedings by presiding over all 22 sittings of the recently concluded Budget Session.
Demonstrating exceptional dedication and commitment towards parliamentary responsibilities, the Speaker personally chaired proceedings for an impressive 102.35 hours out of the total 110.36 hours of the session, while three members on the panel of Chairmen collectively chaired 8 hours.
In the absence of Deputy Speaker, this achievement stands as a record and marks a first-of-its-kind instance in the legislative history.
Notably, d... |
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| | Sakeena Itoo takes stock of hailstorm damage in KulgamShopian districts, | | Orders immediate assessment, relief measures | |
Jammu, April 06 (Scoop News)-Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo has expressed deep concern over the widespread damage caused by the hailstorm which severely affected many orchards and farmlands in several areas of Kulgam and Shopian districts.
The Minister said that this unforeseen weather calamity has traded a huge blow to thousands of orchardists and farmers, who are completely relying on the upcoming harvest season for their livelihood.
After receiving reports of hailstorm, the Minister established a direct communication with the district administration and took detailed assessment from them regarding the impact of hailstorm. S... |
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| | AJKRS holds advisory meet, condemns unauthorized activities of ousted President | | |
Jammu, April 06 (Scoop News)- A meeting of the General Advisory Committee of the All Jammu and Kashmir Ravidass Sabha (AJKRS) was held today at the headquarters of the Sabha in Krishna Nagar, Jammu. The meeting was chaired by Er. R.C. Bhasin and attended by several senior members and representatives.
The special meeting was convened to deliberate on important issues concerning the organization, particularly the alleged unauthorized activities of former president Piran Ditta and his associates. Members expressed concern over the reported misuse of the Sabha’s letterhead and the continued projection of himself as president despite being removed from the position on December 29, 2024. T... |
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| | Sukesh C. Khajuria urges centre to frame national policy to ban private practice | | by medical college faculty to protect public health care | 
Jammu,April 06 (Scoop News)-Sukesh C. Khajuria, a senior social and health activist who has been at the forefront of raising public issues concerning public health, institutional accountability and citizens’ welfare for the past four decades, in a latest representation to the Union Health Minister has urged the Government of India to formulate and implement a comprehensive National Policy prohibiting private practice by faculty members of Government and Private Medical Colleges across India, on the administrative and patient-care model successfully adopted by premier national institutions s... |
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| | DC Ramban inspects road clearance operations | | |
Jammu, April 05 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir Board of Professional Entrance Examinations (J&K BOPEE) today conducted the Common Entrance Test (CET) for 10th Based Diploma Paramedical Courses for the academic session 2026-27 at the designated Centres within the Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.
The test was conducted at several examination Centres in Srinagar, Baramulla, Anantnag, Doda, Rajouri, Jammu and Leh, with 1216 candidates appearing out of 1591 applicants.
Worthwhile to mention that for the second time, J&K BOPEE has arranged Examination Centres in the Baramulla, Anantnag, Doda, Rajouri and Leh districts.
To ensure smooth and seamless conduct of the ... |
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| | Rana convenes public outreach programme at Bassali | | | Rajouri April 05 (Scoop News)-Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, today visited the Bassali area of Doongi block in the border district of Rajouri where he convened an extensive public outreach programme.
The high profile visit was aimed to assess and address the grassroots concerns, ensuring equitable development in remote and border regions.
The tribal residents put forth a range of demands rooted in their lived realities. These included the urgent need for additional border bunkers to ensure safety, upgradation of Government Middle School Bassali, measures to tackle persistent water scarcity and availability of ambulance ser... |
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