Sunday, January 11, 2026
 
 Top Stories of The Day
CS favours expanding Ayush footprints with new Services
Colleges and hospitals across J&K
Jammu, January 10 (Scoop News)- Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a review meeting to take stock of the progress achieved under the National Ayush Mission (NAM), with emphasis on service delivery, infrastructure creation and outreach initiatives aimed at strengthening Ayush-based healthcare across the districts of J&K. Those who attended includes Secretary, H&ME; Principal, GMC Srinagar; Commissioner, FDA; Director, Health Kashmir/Jammu; Director, Ayush and other concerned officers. During the meeting, the Chief Secretary was informed that all 523 Ayushman Arogya Mandirs (Ayush) across the UT have been fully operationalized since 31st March 2025. These centres are providing a wide range of Ayush wellness interventions and patient care services based on Ayush principles and practices. Reviewing the status of infrastructure development, it was apprised that the 50-b...
 
 
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Sakeena Itoo visits Panchari Udhampur, felicitates winners of 6th ISKOI
Also interacts with DDC, former PRI members, locals, takes stock of developmental issues, other grievances
Udhampur, January 10 (Scoop News)- Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo today conducted an extensive tour of far-flung areas of Tehsil Panchari of District Udhampur and felicitated the winners of 6th ISKOI India Karate Championship–2025 during an impressive medal ceremony held at Government Higher Secondary School, Panchari here. Mission Director, POSHAN, Sajad Ahmad Ganai; Director Social Welfare Jammu, Ranjeet Singh; Director Health Services Jammu, Director Colleges, PO Poshan, Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Joint Director School Educatio...

DC Bandipora reviews Healthcare Service Delivery amid ongoing Winter Season in Gurez
Bandipora, January 10 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the functioning of healthcare institutions and the delivery of essential services in Sub-Division Gurez, with particular focus on preparedness during the ongoing winter season. During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner reviewed the status of healthcare infrastructure, availability of manpower, and overall service delivery. Emphasis was laid on the effective and optimal utilization of available resources to further strengthen healthcare services ...

Sakina Itoo Stresses on timely referral of vacant posts to address shortage of doctors, paramedics
Reviews status of vacancies, progress on referral of posts in GMCs and Health Department Across J&K
Jammu, January 09 (Scoop News)- Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today emphasized on the need for timely referral of vacant posts to address shortages of doctors, paramedics and other support staff in healthcare institutions across Jammu and Kashmir. The Health Minister made these remarks while chairing a meeting at Civil Secretariat here to review the status of vacancies of different categories of posts at various levels and progress on referral of posts in Government Medical Colleges (GMCs) and Health and Medical department acros...

Chief Electoral Officer reviews preparedness for NVD-2026
emphasizes timely execution of assigned tasks
Jammu, January 09 (Scoop News)- Chief Electoral Officer, J&K, Sanjeev Verma today chaired a meeting to review arrangements for celebration of National Voters Day to be observed on January 25. Director Information J&K Nitish Rajora, Special Secretary Dr. Narupa Rai, Special Secretary Sandesh Kumar Gupta, ADC Jammu Vidhu Shekhar besides senior officers from JKAACL, Higher Education, School Education, Jammu University, All India Radio, district administration and representatives from Muskan Foundation and Jigar Foundation were present in the meeting. Various points were discussed duri...

 
 Ladakh News
Chief Secretary, Ladakh, Ashish Kundra Conducts First Visit of Kargil After Assuming Charge
Kargil, January 10 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, UT of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra (IAS) today arrived in Kargil on his maiden visit after assuming charge. The Chief Secretary was accompanied by Administrative Secretary, Education, Ms. Bhanu Prabha; Administrative Secretary, Public Health Engineering (PHE), Rahul Sharma; Director, Health & Medical Education; Chief Engineer, Public Works Department (PWD); and Chief Engineer, PDD and other officers. The Chief Secretary was accorded a warm welcome at at Hinasku by Additional Deputy Commissioner Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho; Additional Superintendent o...

Chief Secretary Shri Ashish Kundra visits Lamayuru Monastery
Leh, January 10 (Scoop News)- The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today visited the historic Lamayuru Monastery, one of the most revered spiritual and cultural landmarks of the region, and held interactions with local residents, monks, and representatives of the area. During the visit, the villagers and monastery representatives apprised the Chief Secretary of several long-standing developmental and infrastructure-related requirements. These included requests for financial assistance for the extension of the Monastery’s Mask Dance (Cham) Ground ...

A meeting on the Aspirational Block Programme was chaired by CPO, Leh
\ Leh,January 10 (Scoop News)- t the outset, the Chair informed that the Govt. of India has designated a Secretary as the Nodal Officer for overseeing the Aspirational Block Programme, in the Leh district. He apprised that the Nodal Officer is taking review of the scheme shortly and emphasised on participants to fully prepare for the forthcoming meeting. The CPO then reviewed indicator-wise data of Rubsho village and urged the concerned departments to develop a clear and detailed understanding of each indicator. He highlighted discrepancies observed in the data and stressed the importance of maintaining accuracy and consistency in reported figures. Department-wise discussions were he...

Islamia Public School, Leh, organizes A Drug De-addiction Awareness Camp
Leh, January 09 (Scoop News)-A Drug De-addiction Awareness Camp was organised at Islamia Public School, Leh, on 8 January 2026 to sensitise students, parents, and teachers about the growing problem of substance abuse in the district and its serious health and social consequences. The programme was attended by Shri Ghulam Mohd, JKAS, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Leh, as the Chief Guest, along with Shri Shamim Ahmad, SHO Leh. Dr Padma Angmo, Head of the Psychiatry and De-addiction Department, SNM Hospital, Leh, delivered the keynote address and presented recent data from the Psychiatry OPD, SNM Hospital, Leh, highlighting emerging trends in substance abuse. As per the data shared, ...

Smile Foundation-CDSL-Ladakh organizes an awareness programme on Myopia and Cataract
Gya-Miru Village, Ladakh,January 09 (Scoop News)-Smile Foundation, in collaboration with the CDSL-Ladakh Team, successfully organised an awareness programme on Myopia and Cataract in Gya-Miru Village, Ladakh. The programme aimed to educate the local community about prevention, early detection, and management of common eye disorders. A total of 25 beneficiaries participated in the event. The awareness session was led by Dr. Junaid Fayaz (MBBS), who delivered an interactive and informative talk. He highlighted the early signs and symptoms of Myopia and Cataract, emphasised the importance of timely diagnosis, and explained key preventive measures. Dr. Fayaz also provided practical guidanc...

Training under MIDH Sponsored Project Unlocks Sustainable Farming
Leh, January 08 (Scoop News)-A one-day training and awareness programme was organised today under the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH) at Basgo village by the School of Agriculture Science and Technology (SAS&T), University of Ladakh, Stakna Campus, in collaboration with KVK-Nyoma. The event witnessed the enthusiastic participation of more than 50 farmers from the region. The programme commenced with a detailed session by Dr. Phuntsog Tundup, Head, Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Nyoma, who enlightened the participants on soil health management through natural farming...

Awareness Program on Drug Abuse and Preventive Measures held at Taxi Stand, Kargil
Kargil, January 08 (Scoop News)- Drugs De-addiction Centre Kargil (DDAC) in collaboration with IKMT, JUIAK & Taxi Operators Union Kargil organized an awareness program on drug abuse and its preventive measures at Taxi Stand, Kargil. Drivers from the Taxi Union, Bus Union, Tata Mobile Union, 407 Union, and other transport unions actively participated in the program. The program began with an introductory speech by the Project Coordinator, DDAC Kargil, who highlighted the growing concern of drug abuse in Kargil District. He also informed the participants about the free treatment facilities available at the DDAC Centre for individuals facing drug addiction and encouraged those in need to ...

Together, let us continue to work for a drug-free Kargil
Cooperative Department UT Ladakh conducts 03 Day training on RCS Portal in Leh
Leh, January 08 (Scoop News)- The Cooperative Department of the Union Territory of Ladakh successfully organised a three-day training programme on the Registrar Cooperative Societies (RCS) Portal from January 1 to 3, 2026 at the DC Conference Hall, Leh. The training was conducted as part of the initiative to strengthen cooperatives through IT intervention, aimed at enhancing digital governance and expediting cooperative administration in the Union Territory. The training programme was conducted by Velosis Pvt. Ltd., the project vendor for the RCS Portal. The sessions included detailed, module-by-module demonstrations along with extensive hands-on practical training. The primary ob...

 
 Debate
Kashmiri Pandits pay tribute to martyrs
K N Pandita On December 27, Kashmiri Pandits gathered in good numbers at the Abhinav Theatre, Jammu to commemorate the martyrdom anniversary of Pandit Prem Nath Bhat. At least a thousand persons of the community attended the function. The first notable martyr of KP community was Pandit Tika Lal Taploo. He was gunned down by the local JKLF terrorist outfit outside his house on 14 September 1989. The second martyr was Justice Nilakanth Ganjoo who fell to the bullets of the same outfit on December 4, 1989. Just 23 days later, on 27 December, Pandit Premnath Bhat, advocate and dedicated social activist was martyred in Anantnag. Prior to these killings, in summer 1989, the mahant...

Indian Diplomacy in 2025
Asad Mirza India’s foreign policy in 2025 continued to be anchored in the dual ethos of “Bharat First” and “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam,” balancing national interest with global cooperation. Strategic autonomy, non-alignment, and economic diplomacy remained central pillars of its international engagement. India maintained a multi-aligned posture, strengthening ties across diverse blocs without committing to any single power during the past year. The strategic focus remained on managing relations with the US, China, and Russia, alongside neighbouring countries and major global alliances. While early 2025 saw optimism with the launch of “Mission 500” to boost bilateral trade to $50...

Somaliland Recognised by Israel
Asad Mirza On Friday last (26 December) Israel became the first country to recognise Somaliland as a sovereign state, a breakthrough in its quest for international recognition since it declared independence from Somalia 34 years ago. However, the move has prompted a critical international and regional response. The Guardian has reported that the Israeli foreign minister, Gideon Sa’ar, announced on Friday that Israel and Somaliland have signed an agreement establishing full diplomatic relations, which would include the opening of embassies and the appointment of ambassadors. The recognition is a historic moment for Somaliland, which declared its independence from Somalia i...

TTP threatens PoK: India’s national security options
K N Pandita and Fatima Baloch** On 24 December 2025, Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) announced its organisational structure across Pakistan. The new structure will encompass Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), including Gilgit-Baltistan. Under the new plan, Pakistani armed forces are likely to face ambushes while their military bases are likely to be attacked. The upgraded structure envisages establishing an Air Force unit under the supervision of an experienced drone technocrat. He is reported to be planning to deploy sophisticated portable drones with high-rate target precision. The targets would be Pakistan’s key military bases, installations, military-run industries and other ...

Trump’s Plan To Reshape The World
Asad Mirza The last week witnessed both a loss and a win for the Indian diplomacy. The win was being include in the latest proposal by the American President Donald Trump to form a new regional grouping called C-5, and the loss was India being denied a seat at the Pax Silica. US President Donald Trump is reportedly looking to present a new global alliance, the ‘C5’, or ‘Core Five’, as a forum for global powers. It would include the US, Russia, China, India and Japan. It would seek to side-line the current European-dominated G-7 and other traditional democratic and wealth-based organisations. The move followed the release of the US’s new National Security Strategy (NSS), which...

India Extends Warm Welcome to Russian President Vladimir Putin
By Farooq Ganderbali India warmly welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin on his arrival for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally received him at the airport—an honour that reflects the deep strategic trust and time-tested friendship between the two nations. The visit, marked with dignity and respect, reaffirmed India’s spirit of Ganga-Jamuni tehzeeb, symbolising harmony, coexistence and gracious hospitality. High-level discussions between the two leaders highlighted the unwavering strength of India–Russia relations, built on decades of cooperation in defence, energy, science, technology, global security and shared geopolitical pr...

Honouring those who braved the brunt of militancy
K N Pandita Externally sponsored and internally abetted armed insurgency in the Kashmir Valley and the adjoining regions of Jammu is running its 36th year. The security forces and their affiliates, in particular the J&K Police force, have performed a crucial role and made valuable sacrifices in securing the Kashmiri civilian population from the man-made scourge of terror. The concept, planning and execution of armed insurgency, which employed high skills of involving the local majority population of Kashmir, overtly or covertly, into the plan of creating a multi-faceted wedge in Kashmir civil society, remains a rare negative achievement of the handlers of Kashmir militancy. ...

SMVDS Medical College Faces Uproar
K N Pandita Chief Minister Omar Abdulla defends a bizarre and controversial event that happened recently at the SMVD Hospital at Kakriyal, Katra. The admission of MBBS students in the SMVD Medical College has become a subject of controversy. The controversy erupted in Jammu and Kashmir after 42 out of 50 MBBS seats at the newly established Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME) went to Muslim students in the first-ever admission cycle for the 2025–26 session. This development has sparked strong reactions from the BJP’s J&K unit and several right-wing groups, which are demanding the cancellation of the “merit-based list” released through the NEET cou...

 Jammu News
Commissioner R&R reviews ongoing development works in migrant camps
Jammu, January 10 (Scoop News)- A meeting was held under the chairmanship of Dr. Arvind Karwani, Commissioner Relief and Rehabilitation (M), J&K to review the ongoing development works in the migrant camps at Jammu, requirement of works/projects in the migrant camps, including the migrant schools, dispensaries, community halls etc and to take appraisal of the budgetary provisions made by the different Government departments for the financial year 2026-27. The progress of integration of migrant ration cards into the NFSA database and extension of social sector schemes to the eligible migrant beneficiaries was also reviewed. Vijay Kumar Sharma, Deputy Commissioner Relief, Kailash De...

CEO BDA reviews preparations for Bhaderwah Winter Festival 2026
Bhaderwah,January 10 (Scoop News)- Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Bhaderwah Development Authority, Sanjeev Sharma assessed the preparations for the upcoming Bhaderwah Winter Festival 2026 scheduled to be held on January 17 and 18. The CEO reviewed arrangements related to event management, venue readiness, cultural activities, adventure sports, tourism promotion and accommodation. Members of civil society and representatives from tourism Trade Associations also attended the meeting and gave valuable suggestions for smooth conduct of the festival. The CEO emphasized inter-departmental coordination to ensure hassle-free arrangements for tourists and local visitors. Special focus was ...

JMC Commissioner conducts extensive inspection of Municipal wards
Jammu, January 10 (Scoop News)- As part of the ongoing Swachh Republic Day campaign, the Commissioner Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) Dr. Devansh Yadav today undertook an extensive inspection tour of ward number 50, 51, 52, 53, and 54, covering localities such as Channi Himmat, Channi, Trikuta Nagar Extension, Basant Vihar, Nanak Nagar and surrounding areas. During the visit, Dr. Yadav reviewed the overall sanitation scenario, including cleanliness of roads, lanes, drains and public spaces. He also assessed the progress of ongoing development works and examined the availability and condition of civic amenities being provided to residents. Stressing the importance of maintaining hig...

Sahitya Akademi, JKAACL host symposium on Legendary Punjabi Poet Shiv Kumar Batalvi
Jammu, January 10 (Scoop News)- The Sahitya Akademi, in collaboration with the Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKAACL), today organized a day-long symposium on the celebrated Punjabi poet Shiv Kumar Batalvi, bringing together scholars, writers and literature enthusiasts to reflect on his life, poetry and enduring literary legacy. Welcoming the dignitaries and participants, Secretary JKAACL, Harvinder Kour expressed her gratitude to the Sahitya Akademi for organizing such a meaningful literary programme in Jammu & Kashmir. She reaffirmed the Academy’s commitment to promoting literature and languages across the Union Territory and stated that similar programme...

Panun Kashmir submits memorandum to PM seeking Genocide Recognition
Separate Homeland
Jammu, January 10 (Scoop News)- Kuldeep Raina, General Secretary of Panun Kashmir, has formally taken the organisation's long-standing demand for recognition of the Kashmiri Pandit genocide and establishment of a separate, secured homeland to the Prime Minister of India. In a detailed memorandum addressed to Narendra Modi, Panun Kashmir has described the forced displacement of Kashmiri Pandits from the Kashmir Valley in 1989 - 90 as one of the gravest crimes in independent India. The memorandum states that the community has lived in internal exile for over three and a half decades due to targeted killings, intimidation, religious cleansing and mass terror, followed by prolonged denial an...

Jammu Pensioners’ Post Released
CGPWA concerns over ToR of 8th CPC, writes to PM
Jammu, January 10 (Scoop News)-At an impressive function organised here today, the second issue of Jammu Pensioners’ Post, a quarterly Newsletter of the Central Govt Pensioners’ Welfare Association, Jammu, was released by its President Kuldeep Khoda and other dignitaries. The 16-page Newsletter carries the comprehensive representation sent by Khoda to the Prime Minister, Finance Minister, MoS pension and Chairperson of the 8th Central Pay Commission against enactment of “Validation of the Central Services (Pension) Rules” in the Finance Act, 2025 and inclusion of ‘revision of pension of ex...

ASSOCHAM J&K Submits Representation on Strengthening Solar Policy for Industrial Sector
Jammu, January 09 (Scoop News)-A delegation of the Associated Chambers of Commerce & Industry of India (ASSOCHAM), Jammu & Kashmir Council, led by Mr. Manik Batra, Chairman, and Mr. Bhupesh Gupta, Co-Chairman, today met Dr. Arun Manhas, Director, Industries & Commerce, Jammu & Kashmir, and submitted a detailed representation seeking strengthening and effective implementation of the Solar Policy for the industrial sector in the Union Territory. CA Aditya Suri and Mr. Amit Khajuria, Assistant Director, ASSOCHAM J&K Council, were also present during the meeting. During the interaction, the ASSOCHAM delegation highlighted that Jammu & Kashmir has immense potential for rooftop and captiv...

Bhaderwah gears up for 2-day Winter Festival 2026
Adequate arrangements put in place to attract tourists: DC
Doda, January 09 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner Doda Harvinder Singh today said that the District administration has made best possible arrangements for the success of Bhaderwah Winter Festival scheduled to be held on 17th and 18th January 2026 at Gul Danda and New Bus Stand Bhaderwah. Speaking to media persons here, the DC stated that the festival aims to promote winter tourism, showcase the rich cultural heritage of the region and boost local economic activities by attracting tourists from across the country. “Tourism Department has planned the festival as a mega event, featuring colou...

 
 Kashmir News
DC Budgam chairs Media Vartalap on VB-GRAMG Act 2025
Says Media plays active role in ensuring People-Centric Outreach of developmental reforms
Budgam, January 10 (Scoop News)- One day media workshop (Vartalap) was organised by the District Administration Budgam in collaboration with PIB Srinagar and the Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR) Budgam for media persons working in Budgam district. The workshop was inaugurated and chaired by the District Development Commissioner Budgam, Dr. Bilal Mohi-ud-Din Bhat. The workshop was aimed at sensitising the media fraternity about the provisions, objectives and implementation framework of the Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-GRAMG) Ac...

J&K ACB traps and arrests Patwari, Halqa Rakh Soothu, Budgam
for demanding and accepting bribe amount of ₹10,000
Srinagar, January 10 (Scoop News)- Jammu and Kashmir Anti-l Corruption Bureau received a written complaint wherein the complainant has alleged that he had applied before the concerned Revenue authorities for issuance of Revenue extract and bank lien certificate for the said property situated at Rakh Soothu BK Pora for Bank Guarantee. For getting these documents he approached the concerned patwari of Halqa Rakh Soothu, namely Riyaz Ahmad Khan, but instead of processing the case in due manner, the concerned patwari demanded bribe of ₹ 10,000 / 30,000 before he would prepare and provide the required documents. The complainant, stating that he is against corruption, has approached ACB Sr...

ATM Fraud Case,Police Arrests Accused In Budgam
Srinagar, January 10 (Scoop News)- Police in Budgam have arrested an accused involved in an ATM fraud case in the Magam area, demonstrating their commitment to prompt investigation and effective action against crime. Police Station Magam received a written complaint from Ghulam Ahmad Bhat son of Ali Mohammad Bhat resident of Parraypora, Magam, alleging that an unknown person fraudulently obtained his ATM card on the pretext of assisting him in withdrawing cash. The accused deceitfully exchanged the victim’s ATM card at the J&K Bank ATM, Main Branch Magam, and subsequently withdrew money using the exchanged card. Accordingly, a case FIR No. 01/2026 under relevant sections of law was reg...

Police Arrest Accused in Bakery Shop Theft Case In Sopore
Stolen Cash Recovered
Srinagar, January 10 (Scoop News)- Police in Sopore have arrested the accused involved in a bakery shop theft case and recovered stolen cash from his possession. Police Station Sopore received a written complaint from the owner of a bakery shop regarding the theft of cash along with bakery items from his shop, “Cake Villa,” located at Shah Faisal Market, Sopore. The theft had taken place during night hours after the window of the shop was broken. Accordingly, case FIR No. 05/2026 under relevant sections of law was registered and investigation was taken up. During the course of investigation, Police identified the suspect Shakir Ahmad Bhat son of Mohammad Sadiq Bhat resident of Sir ...

Power Shutdown by KPDCL
Srinagar, January 10 (Scoop News)- Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL has informed that the Shutdown of 33 kV Nihalpora-Gulmarg line will be observed due to which power supply to Tangmarg, Gulmarg, Khyber, Base Station, Cable Car and adjoining areas will be affected from 10 AM to 03 PM on 11 & 14 January 2026. Similarly, shutdown of 33 kV Ganapora Tap line will be observed due to which power supply to Safalpora, Ganapora, Renin, Langae and adjoining areas will be affected from 10 AM to 03 PM on 12 & 15 January 2026. Likewise, shutdown of 33 kV Shariefabad Wadwan line and 33 kV Shariefabad Narbal line will be observed due to which power supply to Sharifabad, Durbal, Soibugh, Bonpora...

J&K Police Seize 02 L&T Machines, 01 JCB and 02 tippers in Awantipora
Srinagar, January 09 (Scoop News)-In continuation of its sustained drive against illegal mining, J&K Police have seized 02 L&T machines, 01 JCB and 02 tippers involved in the illegal extraction and transportation of minerals in the areas of Khrew and Awantipora. In Khrew, a police party from Police Station Khrew, led by SHO PS Khrew, seized the said vehicles involved in illegal excavation activities. Similarly, in Awantipora, a police party from Police Station Awantipora, under the supervision of SHO PS Awantipora seized vehicles used for illegal mining and transportation of minerals. Accordingly, cases under relevant sections of law have been registered at Police Station Khrew and ...

J&K Police recovers significant quantity of contraband substance from residential house in Shopian
Srinagar,January 09 (Scoop News)-In its continued crackdown against drug menace, J&K Police in Shopian recovered a significant quantity of contraband substance from residential house in Barbugh Imamsahib and arrested the accused person. Acting on specific information, Police Station Imamsahib registered a case under FIR No. 02/2026 of NDPS Act and obtained a search warrant from the competent authority. A team from Police Station Imamsahib accompanied by the Tehsildar Barbugh raided the residential premises of Mushtaq Ahmad Khanday resident of Barbugh. During the search, 20.720 Kgs of cannabis & 130 grams charas like substance was recovered from residential house. The accused has been a...

DC Srinagar reviews implementation of PM-SYM scheme in the district
Srinagar, January 09 (Scoop News)-With an aim to ensure financial security for unorganised workforce in District, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo, Friday convened a meeting with officers from various departments to review the implementation and progress of the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan (PM-SYM) scheme in the district. The meeting was attended by the Additional Deputy Commissioner, Mir Imtiyaz Ul Aziz; Joint Commissioner SMC, Nuzhat Khurshid; Chief Planning Officer, Fayaz Ahmad Dar; District Programme Officer ICDS, Bureeda Majeed; Assistant Commissioner Dev...

 
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Jammu Division Canals being closed for execution of works from Jan 15, 2026
Jammu, January 10 (Scoop News)-All major canals of Jammu province including Ranbir Canal, New Partap Canal, Kathua Canal and their distribution networks along with the Tawi Lift Irrigation Canal and Ravi Canal (including their distribution networks) shall be closed from January 15, 2026 for annual desilting and maintenance work. Official communiqués received from Chief Engineers of Irrigation & Flood Control and Ravi Tawi Irrigation Departments stated that “As per consent conveyed by the Director, Agriculture Production and Farmers Welfare Jammu (letter No: Agri/DAJ/Dev-32/2025-26/7583 dated 06-01-2026), all major canals of Jammu division shall be closed from January 15, 2026. The date...

Satish Sharma seeks major sports infrastructure push for J&K
Submits comprehensive memorandum to Union Sports Minister
New Delhi, January 10 (Scoop News)-Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA), Information Technology, Youth Services and Sports and Transport, Satish Sharma, today met with Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya and projected several issues and initiatives related to sports upgradation aiming transformation of Jammu and Kashmir into a national hub of sports excellence. The Minister submitted a comprehensive Memorandum outlining an ambitious, multi-sectoral roadmap to upgrade sports infrastructure, promote youth engagement, generate employ...

CPD Kishtwar appeals to religious leaders to verify age before solemnising marriages
Kishtwar, January 10 (Scoop News)-In a significant step towards preventing Bal Vivah, the Child Protection Department, Kishtwar, has urged religious leaders and students of Madrasas to strictly verify the age of both bride and groom before solemnising any Nikah or marriage ceremony. The appeal was made under the guidance and directions of District Child Protection Officer Kishtwar Tariq Parveaz Qazi as part of the ongoing 100 days of Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat campaign aimed at eradicating child marriage from society. The campaign was carried out by the officials of DCPU, CHL and OSC Kishtw...

Shahid Hilal Clinches Gold at Khelo India Beach Games 2026 in Diu
Diu/Srinagar, January 10 (Scoop News)- Shahid Hilal of Silat Macan Kumbang, Ellahi Bagh Stadium, Srinagar, delivered a stellar performance by winning the gold medal in the 60–65 kg weight category at the 2nd Edition of the Khelo India Beach Games (KIBG) 2026, currently underway in the Union Territory of Diu from January 5 to January 11. The Khelo India Beach Games 2026 are being organised by the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu, under the technical supervision of the Sports Authority of India (SAI) and the concerned National Sports Federations. Expressing hi...

BJP reviews ST & Minority Morcha functioning in Kashmir
Srinagar, January 10 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, accompanied by General Secretary Anwar Khan, today addressed separate meetings of ST Morcha and Minority Morcha office bearers and district presidents at the BJP Office, Jawahar Nagar, Srinagar. The meetings focused on reviewing organizational functioning, strengthening Morcha-level coordination, and preparing the party cadre for upcoming political and social challenges in the region. J&K BJP Secretary Mudassir Wani, Media Incharge Kashmir Sajid Yousuf Shah, All Cells Co-Convenor Bilal Parray, and other senior leaders and Morcha functionaries were present on the occasion. Addressing the meetings, Asho...

Astro India Mahindra Unveils XEV 9S- India’s Big New Electric 7-Seater SUV
& XUV 7XO a next-generation premium SUV
Jammu, January 10 (Scoop News)- Astro India Automobile, the authorized dealer of Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd, today unveiled the XEV 9S and the XUV 7XO , amidst a gathering of patrons and customers & in the presence of Chairman Mr Mohinder Gupta, MD Mr Vikram Mahajan, Director Mr Satyam Gupta, Dr C.D Gupta along with the team of Executive Members of Amar Singh Club. XEV 9S is India’s first authentic electric-origin 7-seater SUV, marking a significant expansion of the country’s electric mobility landscape. Priced from ₹19.95 lakh (ex-showroom), the XEV 9S is built ground-up on Mahindra’s advanced INGLO electric platform and powered by MAIA, India’s fastest automotive intelligence syst...

J&K Police Takes Action Against Unregistered Homestays, Guest Houses & Hotels In Srinagar
Srinagar, January 10 (Scoop News)- Police in Srinagar, in coordination with Tourist Police Station Srinagar, conducted a verification and inspection drive across the city to ensure compliance with statutory norms by homestays, hotels, and guest houses. During the drive, several establishments were found operating without valid registration from the competent authorities. These included hotels Essar, ABC Residency, Gani, and Aksa, and homestays Al Habib, Golden Moon, and Divine Holiday. Fines were imposed on the violators for operating without mandatory registration. Additionally, preventive action under Sections 126/170 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) shall be init...

SSP Shopian Reviews Security Preparedness Ahead of Republic Day-2026
Srinagar, January 10 (Scoop News)- Ahead of Republic Day-2026 celebrations, SSP Shopian Shri Mushtaq Ahmad Choudhary-JKPS, chaired a detailed security review meeting today at Conference Hall DPO Shopian. SSP Shopian thoroughly assessed the current security landscape and preparedness to guarantee peaceful, incident free celebrations of Republic Day across the District. The meeting was attended by officers from Police, Army, CRPF and representatives from other sister agencies. Discussions focused on deployment strategies, area domination, intelligence sharing, inter-agency coordination, vulnerable point protection and robust access control and traffic plans. SSP Shopian, stressed hei...

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