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| CM Omar Abdullah congratulates J&K Wushu, Taekwondo teams | | on winning National School Games trophies | 
Srinagar, October 28 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today congratulated the Jammu and Kashmir Wushu and Taekwondo teams for winning the Overall Team Trophy in both disciplines at the 70th National School Games hosted at the Government College of Physical Education, Ganderbal.
Jammu and Kashmir delivered an impressive performance, winning 22 medals across the two disciplines. In Taekwondo, held from October 22 to 26, the team secured 14 medals, including four gold, three silver and seven bronze. In Wushu, held from October 15 to 19, the team bagged eight medals, comprising one ... |
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| | Sakeena Itoo inaugurates newly constructed Administrative Block at Women’s College Srinagar | | 
Srinagar, October 28 (Scoop News)- Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health & Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo today inaugurated the newly constructed Administrative Block at Government Women’s College, M.A. Road here, marking a significant step towards strengthening the institutional infrastructure of the prestigious women’s educational institution.
Speaking on the occasion, the Minister underscored the importance of strengthening educational infrastructure alongside academic excellence, stating that a well-equipped institutional environment is essential for the effective delivery ... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor Lays Foundation Stone of Kashmir Chapter of Centre for Regional Studies | | Culture, Dialects and Emotional Intelligence of University of Jammu | 
Srinagar, October 28 (Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today laid the foundation stone of the Kashmir Chapter of the Centre for Regional Studies, Culture, Dialects and Emotional Intelligence of the University of Jammu.
Addressing the gathering, the Lieutenant Governor said that the Centre represents a unique and forward-looking confluence of regional studies, culture, dialects and emotional intelligence. Highlighting the rich civilisational heritage of Jammu Kashmir, the Lieutenant Governor said that the initiative would strengthen cultural, historical and human conn... |
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| | CM Omar Abdullah visits newly inducted Cabinet colleagues at Civil Secretariat | | Congratulates ministers, expresses confidence in their role in advancing J&K’s developmental agenda |  Srinagar, October 27 (Scoop News)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today visited the office chambers of newly inducted Cabinet colleagues at the Civil Secretariat here to congratulate them on assuming office and extend his best wishes for their tenure.
The Chief Minister personally visited the office chambers of all the newly inducted ministers and congratulated Ali Mohammad Sagar, Saifullah Mir, Shamim Firdous and Altaf Ahmed Wani, expressing confidence that they would discharge their responsibilities with dedication and contribute to effective governance and the overall development of Jammu... |
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| | Textiles Ministry releases ₹30.46 lakh for improved toolkits, upskilling of artisans | | 
Srinagar, October 27 (Scoop News)- In a major fillip to boost the artisans of Kashmir’s famed handicrafts sector, the Union Ministry of Textiles, has released an amount of ₹30.46 lakh under its premier National Handicrafts Development Programme (NHDP) for distribution of improved toolkits and skill upgradation in traditional crafts of hand-knotted Carpet, Sozni Embroidery, Papier Mache and Walnut Wood Carving.
The Directorate of Handicrafts and Handloom, Kashmir, shall be the Implementing Agency for the said interventions under NHDP.
In a press statement issued here today, a spokesma... |
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| | CS administers Integrity Pledge to Officers and Officials at Civil Secretariat | | 
Srinagar, October 27 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today administered the Integrity Pledge to Administrative Secretaries, officers and officials at the Civil Secretariat, marking the observance of Vigilance Awareness Week 2026, being observed from October 26 to November 1 under the theme 'Probity for Prosperity'.
On the occasion, the Chief Secretary led the officers and officials in reaffirming their commitment to uphold the highest standards of integrity, honesty, transparency and professional ethics in the discharge of their official duties.
The pledge underscored the n... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor Chairs Unified Headquarters (UHQ) Meeting | | 
Srinagar, October 27 (Scoop News)-: The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today chaired Unified Headquarters (UHQ) meeting at Lok Bhavan, Srinagar and reviewed the security scenario in the UT of Jammu Kashmir.
The meeting was attended by GOC-in-C, Northern Command Lt Gen Pratik Sharma; Chief Secretary Shri Atal Dulloo; DGP Shri Nalin Prabhat; GOC Chinar Corps Lt Gen Balbir Singh; GOC, White Knight Corps, Lt Gen Mohit Seth; Special DG Coordination PHQ Shri S.J.M. Gillani; Air Vice Marshal Anand Sondhi AOC, J&K and Ladakh; Additional Chief Secretary, Home Department J&K Shri Chandraker... |
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| | LG administered the oath of office and secrecy to the newly appointed council of ministers | | at a swearing-in ceremony held at Lok Bhavan | 
Srinagar, October 27 (Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha, administered the oath of office and secrecy to the newly inducted Ministers of the Jammu & Kashmir Council of Ministers at a swearing-in ceremony held at Lok Bhavan on Tuesday. The Chief Minister, Shri Omar Abdullah, was also present on the occasion.
The Lieutenant Governor administered the oath to MLAs Shri Ali Mohammad Sagar, Shri Altaf Ahmad Wani, Ms Shamim Firdous, and Shri Saifullah Mir as Ministers.
The ceremony was attended by Speaker, J&K Legislative Assembly Shri Abdul Rahim Rather, JKNC President,... |
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| | Panun Kashmir seeks PM’s intervention to protect Shankaracharya Parvat | | Raises Cultural Genocide Concerns, Demands Probe into Reported Waqf Board Funding for Dargah | 
Jammu, October 27 (Scoop News)-Panun Kashmir has sought the personal intervention of the Prime Minister of India to protect the historical and religious character of Shankaracharya Parvat in Srinagar, expressing serious concern over reports that the Jammu and Kashmir Waqf Board may have sanctioned funds for the construction of a dargah on or in the vicinity of the ancient sacred hill.
The organisation has raised concerns over what it describes as a threat to the region’s ancient Hindu sacred heritage at Gopadri and has called for an inquiry into the reported funding.
In a memorand... |
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| | Samadhaan Foundation Celebrates J&K Accession Day at Jagti, Pays Tribute to Dogra Warrior Mian Dido | | 
Jagti, Nagrota, October 26 (Scoop News)-Samadhaan Foundation celebrated Jammu and Kashmir Accession Day through Adhimilan Utsav 2026 at Jagti village in Tehsil Nagrota, the birthplace of legendary Dogra warrior Mian Dido. The programme paid tribute to the region’s valiant heroes and highlighted the importance of preserving Jammu and Kashmir’s rich historical and cultural heritage.
Rajya Sabha MP and J&K BJP President Sat Sharma CA attended as Chief Guest, former Deputy Chief Minister Dr. Nirmal Singh as Guest of Honour, and Jammu East MLA Yudhvir Sethi as Special Guest. Samadhaan Fo... |
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| | J&K’s Accession to India is historic, its unity and integrity are non-negotiable: Sat Sharma | | BJP celebrates Accession Day 'Vilay Divas' with fervour | 
Jammu, October 26 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP commemorated Accession Day (Vilay Diwas) with patriotic fervour at the party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, paying rich tributes to Maharaja Hari Singh Ji for his historic decision to accede Jammu and Kashmir to the Indian Union on October 26, 1947.
J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma CA, accompanied by Leader of Opposition in J&K Assembly Sunil Sharma, MP Jugal Kishore Sharma, BJP Vice President Rekha Mahajan, General Secretary Baldev Singh Billawaria, MLA Vikram Randhawa, paid floral tributes on the statue of Maharaja Hari Singh... |
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| | NIT Srinagar observes Vigilance Awareness Week with integrity pledge ceremony | | 
Srinagar, October 26 (Scoop News)-The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar observed Vigilance Awareness Week 2026 with an integrity pledge ceremony near the Mian Faculty Block, reaffirming the institute’s commitment to transparency, accountability and ethical conduct in public life.
Vigilance Awareness Week 2026 is being observed from October 26 to November 1 under the theme “Probity for Prosperity” highlighting the importance of integrity, transparency and ethical practices in public administration and good governance.
The pledge was administered in the presence of Registr... |
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| | LG Sinha Urges Yuva Sangam Participants to Champion Innovation, Unity and Social Progress | | J&K moving beyond shutdowns and stone-pelting, emerging as a hub of thriving startups: LG Sinha |  Srinagar, October 25 (Scoop News)-Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha Sunday interacted with participants of Yuva Sangam from various educational institutions of Maharashtra, led by IIT Mumbai at Lok Bhavan. The Lieutenant Governor underlined the importance of collaboration, mentorship and national integration in shaping India's future.
Addressing the students, the Lieutenant Governor emphasised that transformative ideas are rarely the result of individual effort alone. He highlighted how meaningful innovation emerges when talented individuals, mentors and institutions come together in a sha... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor Interacts with Participants of Yuva Sangam at Lok Bhavan | | Great ideas emerge through networks of trust, collaboration and mentorship: LG Sinha | 
Srinagar, October 25 (Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today interacted with participants of Yuva Sangam from various educational institutions of Maharashtra, led by IIT Mumbai at Lok Bhavan. The Lieutenant Governor underlined the importance of collaboration, mentorship and national integration in shaping India's future.
Addressing the students, the Lieutenant Governor emphasised that transformative ideas are rarely the result of individual effort alone. He highlighted how meaningful innovation emerges when talented individuals, mentors and institutions come together... |
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| | JK CM flags off third Kashmir Marathon featuring ₹3.17 crore prize purse, ₹25 lakh for winner | | Kashmir Marathon emerging as flagship sporting event, boosting J&K’s global sports tourism profile: CM | 
Srinagar, October 25 (Scoop News)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today flagged off the third edition of the Kashmir Marathon from Polo Ground, Srinagar.
Over 2,000 runners from Jammu and Kashmir, other parts of the country and abroad came together for a celebration of endurance, sporting spirit and Kashmir’s unparalleled natural beauty.
Amid the October chill of a crisp autumn morning, the Chief Minister flagged off the Full Marathon (42.195 km) at 6:30 am, followed by the Half Marathon (21 km) at 7:45 am. The marathon run takes participants through some of Srinagar’s most iconic landm... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor addresses Award Ceremony of Kashmir Marathon | | Calls for Nurturing Local Talent and Promoting Healthy Living | 
Srinagar, October 25 (Scoop News)- The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha addressed the award ceremony of the Kashmir Marathon and congratulated all the winners for their outstanding achievements. Total 68 medals were awarded, comprising 34 medals each in the Full Marathon and Half Marathon categories. The Lieutenant Governor noted that every medal represented dedication, perseverance, and the pursuit of a dream.
In his address, the Lieutenant Governor emphasized that the true spirit of a marathon lies not only in its winners but also in every participant who completes the race. He st... |
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| | JK Police Attaches Double-Storey Shopping Complex Worth ₹1.30 Crore Under NDPS Act | | in Anantnag | |
Srinagar, October 25 (Scoop News)-Continuing its sustained crackdown against drug trafficking and narcotics-related activities, Police in Anantnag have attached a double-storey shopping complex with an approximate market value of ₹1.30 crore under Section 68-F of the NDPS Act.
The attached property belongs to a notorious drug peddler, namely Mohammad Amin Sofi son of Abdul Rahim Sofi resident of Patikhas, Verinag, who is involved in multiple NDPS cases registered at Police Station Dooru.
The attachment action has been initiated as part of J&K Police’s ongoing efforts to dismantle the financial networks of drug peddlers and target properties acquired through proceeds linked to narcot... |
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