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Top Stories of The Day |
| Lieutenant Governor interacts with IAS Officer Trainees of 2025 Batch | | 
Jammu, December 29 (Scoop News)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Monday interacted with the IAS Officer Trainees of the 2025 Batch, who are on their 5-day visit to Jammu as a part of the Winter Study Tour (Bharat Darshan Programme).
The Officer Trainees are currently undergoing Phase-1 training at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA), Mussoorie.
During the interaction, the Lieutenant Governor shared his insights on governance and public service. He also highlighted the transformational journey of Jammu Kashmir across the sectors.
The Group of IAS Officer Trainees comprised of Ms. Muskan Srivastava, Haryana Cadre; Ms. Meghna Chakravorty and Ms. Mudita Bansal, West Bengal Cadre; Shri Deepak Godara, AGMUT Cadre; Shri Saichaitanya Jadhav, Shri Rahul Raghavan and Shri Aman Tiwari, Tamil Nadu Cadre; Shri Venkatesh Banna, Andhra Pradesh Cadre... |
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| Satish Sharma lauds Bharat Scouts & Guides for shaping responsible citizens, nation building | | 
Jammu, December 29 (Scoop News)- Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, IT, Transport, Youth Services and Sports, Science and Technology, Satish Sharma, today said that the Bharat Scouts and Guides, Jammu and Kashmir UT branch has been playing a pivotal role in shaping the character, courage and commitment of the youth for more than a century.
The Minister was speaking at the function organised by the Bharat Scouts and Guides here today.
DG Youth Services and Sports, Anuradha Gupta, Secretary in the Agriculture Department, Rajinder Singh Tara, Rtd Wing Commander Manoj J... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor chairs the 6th J&K UT Wildlife Board meeting | | 
Jammu, December 29 (Scoop News)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Monday chaired the 6th meeting of Wildlife Board for the UT of J&K, at Lok Bhavan.
The meeting was attended by Shri Javed Ahmed Rana, Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs Departments; Dr. Devinder Kumar Manyal and Shri Mian Mehar Ali, Members of Legislative Assembly; Shri Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; Dr Mandeep K. Bhandari, Principal Secretary to Lieutenant Governor; Ms. Sheetal Nanda, Commissioner Secretary to Government, Forest, Ecology & Environment; Shri Suresh Kumar Gupta... |
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| | Sports connects citizens across cultures, cultivates camaraderie: Dy CM | | Declares open 17th Junior Roll Ball National Championship-2026 at Jammu |  Jammu, December 29 (Scoop News)- The Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today formally declared open the three day 17th Junior Roll Ball National Championship–2026 at M.A. Stadium, Jammu, marking another significant step towards promoting sports culture in Jammu and Kashmir.
The Deputy Chief Minister was accompanied by the Minister for Youth Services and Sports, Satish Sharma, Advisor to the Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani, senior officers of the Sports Council and other dignitaries.
The dignitaries interacted with young participants representing various States and Union Territ... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor chairs 3rd University Council Meeting of Cluster University of Jammu | | 
Jammu, December 28 (Scoop News)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Sunday chaired the 3rd Meeting of the University Council of the Cluster University of Jammu, at Lok Bhavan, Jammu.
The Lieutenant Governor, who is also the Chancellor of the University, emphasised that higher education institutions must focus on innovation, employability and entrepreneurship, while ensuring that academic initiatives are aligned with the regional and national developmental needs. He advised the University to strengthen integrated and professional programmes to meet the emerging academic and industr... |
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Ladakh News |
| ADC Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho Conducts Quarterly Inspection of EVM Warehouse | | |
Kargil, December 29 (Scoop News)- Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC), Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho conducted inspection of the Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) warehouse for the 4th quarter to review the security and availability of election-related equipment.
During the inspection, the ADC checked the EVM warehouse and enquired about fire safety equipment, fire balls, CCTV surveillance, and other security-related equipment. The inspection was carried out in the presence of DSP (DAR), Tundup Dorjay; Executive Engineer, PDD, Feroz Ahmad; Executive Engineer, R&B-II, Er. Mansoor Hussain representatives of other departments, and political representatives of INC and AAP, ensuring transparency in ... |
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| | iHub Divyasampark Spoke, University of Ladakh Launches Ten-Day Workshop | | on 3D Printing at Kargil Campus | |
Kargil, December 29 (Scoop News)- The University of Ladakh, in collaboration with iHub Divyasampark, IIT Roorkee, inaugurated a ten-day workshop on 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing at the Department of Computer Science & IT, Kargil Campus. The workshop attracted enthusiastic participation from students and professionals across Kargil, reflecting the region’s growing engagement with emerging technologies.
The inaugural session was graced by Dr. Jaffar Ali Khan, Deputy Controller of Examinations, University of Ladakh, as Chief Guest, and Dr. Mehboob Ali, Incharge Administration, Kargil Campus, as Guest of Honour. Also present on the occasion was Dr. Mustafa Ali, Director Physical E... |
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| | Document Verification for KSSRB 10th & 12th Level Posts Conducted Smoothly at TFC Kargil | | |
Kargil, December 27 (Scoop News)- The document verification process for candidates shortlisted for 10th and 12th level posts under the Kargil Subordinate Services Recruitment Board (KSSRB) was conducted smoothly and transparently on December 16th and 27th at the Tourist Facilitation Centre (TFC), Kargil.
The verification exercise was carried out by the respective Verification Boards in the presence of Deputy Commissioner, Kargil, Rakesh Kumar; Additional Deputy Commissioner Imteeaz Kacho; Joint Director Finance Iftikhar Hussain; Joint Director Planning; Assistant Commissioner Revenue (ACR), Kargil, along with members of the Verification Boards, document checkers and document verifier... |
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| | Administrative Secretary, School Education Reviews Schools in Kargil; Launches Winter Classes | | |
Kargil, December 27 (Scoop News)- Administrative Secretary, School Education, UT Ladakh, Ms. Bhanu Prabha, IAS, visited several schools in Kargil district today to assess infrastructure and initiate winter academic activities.
In the morning, she inspected PM SHRI High School Tacha, accompanied by Hon’ble EC Education, LAHDC Kargil, Sh. Zakir Hussain, EC Tourism Sh. Kacho Feroz, Deputy Commissioner Kargil Sh. Rakesh Kumar, IAS, Chief Education Officer Sh. Sonam Wangchuk, and other dignitaries. During the visit, she announced the merger of Primary Schools Saitchey and Primary School Gongsto Tacha with High School Tacha, declaring it a PM SHRI Model High School, and formally launched win... |
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| | Five-Day Bhoti Training Programme Commences at DIET, Leh | | 
Leh, December 27 (Scoop News)- A Five-Day Bhoti Training Programme on the newly framed Bhoti textbooks for Foundational and Primary Classes commenced today at the District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Leh. The objective of the training programme is to orient teachers with the newly developed Bhoti textbooks for Nursery, LKG, UKG, and Classes I & II, and to strengthen pedagogical practices at the foundational and primary levels in accordance with the National Curriculum Framework for Foundational Stage (NCF-FS) and the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The Bhoti Resource P... |
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| | Social and Tribal Welfare Department organized Veer Bal Diwas 2025 | | |
Leh, December 26 (Scoop News)-The Department of Social and Tribal Welfare, Union Territory of Ladakh, organized a state-level celebration of Veer Bal Diwas 2025 (26 December 2025) to honour the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of children.
The programme commenced with the live telecast of the address by the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, who distributed the "Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar" on the occasion.
The state-level programme was graced by the Deputy Commissioner Leh, Shri. Romil Singh Donk (IAS), as the Guest of Honour. Other dignitaries included Smt. Kunzes Angmo, Director, Social and Tribal Welfare Department, Shri. A.G. Zargar, DPO (ICDS), Leh, S... |
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| | CEC Dr. Jaffer Akhoon Inaugurates newly constructed Indoor Stadium at Goma Kargil | | |
Kargil, December 26 (Scoop News)-: Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor, LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today attended the inaugural ceremony of the newly constructed Indoor Stadium at Goma Kargil, marking a significant milestone in strengthening sports infrastructure in the district.
The project has been completed at a cost of ₹309.86 lakh and was executed by the Public Works Department (R&B). The inauguration ceremony was attended by Executive Councillor LAHDC Kargil, Kacho Mohd Feroz, Joint Director Youth Services & Sports UT Ladakh Tahir Hussain Zubdavi, Councillor Town Haji Abbas Adulpa, Chief Education Officer Kargil, other district officers, and a large number of loca... |
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| | Haj Committee of Ladakh organizes farewell for outgoing Chief Secretary | | |
Kargil, December 25 (Scoop News)- The Hajj Committee, UT Ladakh, organized a farewell programme organised by the Hajj Committee, UT Ladakh, to felicitate the outgoing Chief Secretary, Ladakh, Dr. Pawan Kotwal, IAS, on the occasion of his superannuation. The event was attended by Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon; Mohd Hanifa Jan, Member of Parliament, Ladakh and others.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon congratulated Dr. Pawan Kotwal and his family and extended his best wishes for a successful and fulfilling post-retirement life. The CEC stated that under the leadership of Dr. Kotwal, the Union Territory of Ladakh witne... |
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Debate |
| 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... |
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| | 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 ... |
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| | 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... |
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| | 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... |
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| | 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.
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| | 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... |
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| | Minority Status for SMVDIME To Address Hindu Sentiments | | Straight Talk | |
K B Jandial
The ongoing turmoil surrounding admission of the first batch of fifty MBBS students for the 2025-26 academic year at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME) has exposed the systemic fault lines and sensitive issue of Hindu Muslim parity in J&K. What should have been a routine academic exercise has escalated into a full-blown crisis, fuelling unending public protests of different sections of civil society especially the Hindu organisations. It has caused public anxiety, student resentment, and institutional embarrassment. At the heart of the issue lies the stark imbalance in admissions—a problem that reflects deeper regional shortcomings.
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| | US Weighs Selling F-35 To Saudi Arabia | | |
Asad Mirza
US President Donald Trump has said he is considering Saudi Arabia’s request to buy F-35 fighter jets, as intelligence officials warn China could gain access to the aircraft’s latest American technology. The sale has also raised Israeli concerns as it will bring the Saudi fighters closer to Israel.
US President Donald Trump last week said on Friday (November 14) that he is pondering a deal to supply Saudi Arabia with F-35 stealth fighter jets, which are made by Lockheed Martin. The potential sale comes at a time when Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will meet Trump at the White House this week, when they are expected to sign economic and defence agreements.
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| Jammu News |
| JKPSC submitted its 66th Annual Report for the year 2024-25 to the Lieutenant Governor | | |
Jammu, December 29 (Scoop News)- Jammu & Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC) today submitted its 66th Annual Report for the year 2024-25 to the Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha, at Lok Bhavan Jammu. The delegation of the Members of the Commission - Dr Rajiv Singh, Shri Tariq Ahmad Zargar, Shri Yashpal Kotwal and Shri Asaf Mehmood Sagar, was led by Chairman JKPSC, Shri Arun Kumar Choudhary.
The report was submitted in terms of Article 323(2) of the Constitution of India.
The report outlines a year of significant administrative reforms and presents a comprehensive review of the functioning of the Commission.
The Lieutenant Governor commended the Jammu & Kashmir Public Se... |
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| | Issues of Kashmir Tourist Drivers to get swift resolution: Satish Sharma | | |
Jammu, December 29 (Scoop News)- Minister for FCS&CA, IT, Youth Services and Sports, Transport, Science and Technology, Satish Sharma, today assured that all genuine issues raised by the Kashmir Tourist Drivers Coordination Committee will be addressed within shortest possible time.
The assurance was given by the Minister during a detailed meeting held here today.
The meeting was attended by MLA M Y Tarigami and President CITU besides Secretary Transport, Avny Lavasa and senior officers of the Transport Department. Representatives of the Kashmir Tourist Drivers Coordination Committee also participated in the deliberations.
During the meeting, the Coordination Committee presen... |
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| | Either the Homeland or the balance of Population in Kashmir:PK | | |
Jammu, December 29 (Scoop News)- In order to commemorate the "Shahiďi-Saptah" of Singh-Shishu, 34th Margdarshan-Day and the Martyrdom-Day of Pt. Premnath Bhat, a national webinar was organised by Panun Kashmir today. It was attended by the prominent activists of the displaced Hindu community of Kashmir living at various places in the country after their forced mass exodus from Kashmir.
Those who attended the webinar included among others Utpal Kaul, Virender Raina, Anupam Kaul, Upinder Saroop, Upinder Kaul, Kamal Bagati, Vijay Handoo, Rajinder Kaul, Pradeep Handoo & R.K.Dhar. K.K.Bujoo from Vitasta Desk briefed the members about the latest update in regard to the struggle for Relief ... |
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| | Bhalla urges action on public issues, vows Congress will stand with citizens | | Stresses accountability, development and timely fulfillment of govt promises | |
Jammu, December 29 (Scoop News)- Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) Working President Raman Bhalla has once again underscored the critical public issues confronting the citizens of the Union Territory. Speaking at corner meetings in various areas of RS Pura Jammu South constituency, Bhalla highlighted that while the region continues to face numerous socio-economic challenges, many promises made by successive governments—both Union and erstwhile State—remain unfulfilled. He stressed that Congress will continue to raise these concerns at every level, from legislative platforms to public outreach, ensuring that the voice of the people is not ignored.
Bhalla pointed out... |
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| | BJP reiterates commitment to welfare and dignity of ST communities in J&K | | BJP holds meet of ST Morcha at Jammu | |
Jammu,December 29 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP President and MP (Rajya Sabha) Sat Sharma, and General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, along with General Secretaries Sanjita Dogra, Baldev Singh Billawaria, and Gopal Mahajan, addressed an introductory meeting of the newly nominated team members of ST Morcha, J&K BJP, at the party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu.
ST Morcha President Choudhary Abdul Ghani alongside Morcha office bearers, executive members, and district presidents from across Jammu & Kashmir participated in the meeting.
The meeting aimed at formally introducing the new team, outlining organizational responsibilities, and setting priorities for strengthening the ST Morcha at ... |
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| | GGF J&K Honoured by White Knight Corps for Relief Support during Op Sindoor & Op Rahat | | |
Nagrota, December 28 (Scoop News)- Gandhi Global Family (GGF), a United Nations DGC recognised peace NGO and its members were honoured by the White Knight Corps for their outstanding humanitarian contribution during Operation Sindoor and Operation Rahat. The felicitation ceremony was held at the Corps Headquarters Nagrota, Jammu.
Gandhi Global Family J&K, which worked in close coordination with the Jammu & Kashmir Ex-Services League (JKESL) during these critical operations, was recognised for its dedicated service. Lt Gen P.K. Mishra, UYSM, AVSM, YSM, SM, GOC White Knight Corps, personally presented mementos and appreciation letters to the awardees. The event was attended by Lt Gen ... |
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| | Promotional cricket Tournament organised under ‘No to Drugs, Yes to Life’ campaign at Bhaderwah | | | Bhaderwah, December 28 (Scoop News)- A one-day cricket Tournament was today organised by the local administration here under the nationwide campaign “No to Drugs, Yes to Life”
The event was inaugurated by ADC, Sunil Kumar Bhutyal who used the moment to spread awareness about the ill effects of drug abuse and the importance of collective responsibility in safeguarding society, especially the youth.
Teams representing different government departments, including Revenue, Health, Rural Development Department (RDD), Roads & Buildings (R&B), Education, along with local teams, participated enthusiastically, symbolising unity and shared commitment against drugs.
The event served as a plat... |
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| | Annual General Meeting of Home for “Aged & Infirm” held | | |
Jammu, December 28 (Scoop News)- The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Home for the Aged & Infirm was held today at its premises, Ambphalla, Jammu.
Chief Electoral Officer, Jammu & Kashmir, Sanjeev Verma, was the chief guest on the occasion.
All the members paid rich tributes to Late I D. Soni, President of the Home and to the departed inmates of the Home.
Dr. Dinesh Gupta acting Secretary apprised the meeting that, in the absence of the President and the Vice President, the meeting would be chaired by the senior most Member Prem Gupta, IGP (Retd.), former president and a Patron of the Home. Thereafter, the agenda items were taken up one by one for discussion and approval.
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Kashmir News |
| IUST Conducts SSR Outreach Program in Tribal Village of Anantnag | | |
Awantipora, December 29 (Scoop News)- The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) organized a *Diabetes Screening and Awareness Camp* at Dudoo, Marhama, a tribal village in Anantnag districtunder its SSR Outreach Initiative, supported by the DST–PURSE Programme. The initiative was a part of the University’s programme to community health outreach and evidence-based public health interventions in underserved areas.
The camp aimed to create awareness about diabetes and other non-communicable diseases (NCDs), with a special focus on the Gujjar Bakerwal community. Participants were sensitized about risk factors, complications, prevention, and management of diabetes, as well as t... |
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| | Police ensure preservation of centuries-old sculpture found in Awantipora | | | Srinagar, December 29 (Scoop News)- Police in Awantipora have ensured the safe preservation of an ancient stone sculpture recovered from the River Jhelum at Larkipora, Awantipora. The artefact, believed to be centuries old, has been formally handed over to a team from the Directorate of Archives, Archaeology & Museums, Jammu & Kashmir for detailed documentation, examination, and conservation.
The sculpture, crafted from fine stone, reflects the region’s rich cultural and historical heritage. Immediately after its discovery, Awantipora Police secured the artefact and kept it under safe custody under the supervision of the SHO Police Station Awantipora, ensuring its protection from damage ... |
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| | Cyber Police unit of Shopian recovers ₹63.22 lakh in cyber fraud cases | | |
Srinagar, December 29 (Scoop News)- Cyber Police Station Shopian has recovered and restored an amount of ₹63,22,792 to victims of various cyber fraud cases during the current year, after completion of all prescribed legal and judicial formalities.
The recovery was achieved through prompt action and professional investigation by Cyber Police Station Shopian. During the period under report, Cyber Police Station Shopian received complaints pertaining to UPI-related frauds, social media scams, fake loan applications, OTP misuse, and other online financial frauds. On receipt of complaints, immediate action was taken and investigations were conducted using technical and digital tools.
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| | Prominent political figures join Congress | | JKPCC President Tariq Hameed Karra welcomes | |
Srinagar, December 29 (Scoop News)- J&K Pradesh Congress Committee President Tariq Hameed Karra on Monday welcomed various prominent political figures from different districts alongwith their supporters into Congress Party, terming the development an outcome of Party’s pro-people approach and uncompromising fight for protection of constitutional rights of Jammu and Kashmir.
Adv Younus Khan Former APNI Party Leader from Shopian, Waseem Ahmad Shalla from Srinagar and Sameer Bhat from Budgam in an extraordinary function held at Srinagar Party office joined Congress alongwith their hundreds of supporters and expressed their full faith under the pro-people policies of Congress and a... |
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| | Congress observers Foundation Day | | JKPCC President reaffirms Party’s commitment to uphold the values of the Constitution of India | |
Srinagar, December 28 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) President led the Senior Party Leaders, District Presidents, Block Presidents and leaders to observe the Party’s 140th Foundation Day at Srinagar Party Office and highlighted the supreme sacrifices, selfless services of the Party towards the Nation building, people empowerment, maintaining unity and harmony in the country.
Speaking on the occasion, JKPCC President reaffirmed the Party’s commitment under the leadership of Mallikarjun Kharge, CPP Chairperson, Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi to uphold the values of Constitution of India saying that every Congress worker and leader feels bound to figh... |
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| | Department of Handicrafts carries out Inspection drive of Copper units in Srinagar | | 
Srinagar, December 28 (Scoop News)- A special inspection drive was conducted in respect of the Copper manufacturing units and establishments, operating in various areas of Srinagar City today, along with representatives of the Kashmir Copper Workers Trade union.
The drive was carried in the areas of Solina, Rambagh Nowgam, Natipopra and Habbakadal, with the objective to check the adherence of the Copperware manufacturers and traders to the provisions of the Jammu and Kashmir Prohibition on manufacture of specified Copper utensils (By Machine) Act 2006, and to stop the misbranding of ... |
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| | J&K Police organises Half Marathon Run in Budgam | | |
Srinagar, December 28 (Scoop News)- J&K Police in collaboration with Fitness Sports Club Budgam, organised a Half Marathon Run under the Civic Action Programme (CAP) 2025–26 in Budgam. The marathon commenced from the Sports Stadium Budgam, proceeded up to Sheikhpura Petrol Pump, and culminated back at the Sports Stadium Budgam, covering a distance of approximately 13 kilometres.
More than 80 local athletes from various parts of the Valley participated in the event with great enthusiasm and zeal. The event was flagged off by DySP Hqrs Budgam Shri Sajad Ahmad-JKPS, along with the SHO PS Budgam, in the presence of other senior police officials. During the pre-flag-off ceremony held at t... |
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| | Save Youth Save Future Holds ‘DARDNAMA’ Programme for Terror-Affected Families in Baramulla | | |
Srinagar, December 28 (Scoop News)- The Save Youth Save Future Foundation on Sunday organized a large-scale humanitarian programme titled “DARDNAMA: A Chronicle of Pain, Truth, and Human Resilience” at Dak Bungalow, Baramulla, bringing together nearly 400 families from across North Kashmir who have been affected by terrorism over the past three decades.
The programme provided a dignified and inclusive platform for victims of terrorism; many of whom have remained unheard, undocumented, and unaddressed for over thirty years to share their stories of loss, suffering, and resilience. The initiative primarily focused on families whose cases were never systematically recorded or adequately a... |
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Other Stories |
| MCC of High Court organizes three-day course 'Conduct of Mediation- Advanced Course | | Training of Trainers Programme' at Jammu/Srinagar | | Jammu/Srinagar, December 29 (Scoop News)- Under the patronage of Chief Justice, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Justice Arun Palli, the Mediation and Conciliation Committee (MCC) of the High Court of J&K and Ladakh today inaugurated three day training programme 'Conduct of Mediation- Advanced Course (Capsule Course), Training of Trainers Programme', simultaneously at Jammu and Srinagar campuses of J&K Judicial Academy (JKJA).
The course is being held in collaboration with Jammu & Kashmir Judicial Academy and J&K Legal Services Authority and is scheduled from December 29 to 31, 2025. This 20-hour advanced mediation training course is aimed at enhancing the skills of mediators a... |
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| | AIKS holds AGM - presses for Comprehensive return policy | | formation of Apex Committee and Setting up of Temples & Shrines Board | |
New Delhi, December 29 (Scoop News)- All India Kashmiri Samaj Regd. in its annual General meeting has called upon Central & State Governments for Comprehensive return Policy, Assembly resolution for return & Rehabilitation, Political empowerments of Kashmiri Pandits and setting up of Temples & Shrines Board for Protection of temples & shrines in the valley. The audited financial report and the Report card of AIKS activities in 2025 were also presented and deliberated upon in the meeting.
In its second session deliberations were held on the upcoming community census requesting the central govt to declare the community as Distinct community with reverse minority status. Also listing of... |
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| | SSP Kulgam reviews security of Navyug Tunnel | | |
Srinagar, December 29 (Scoop News)- SSP Kulgam Shri Anayat Ali Chowdhary-IPS reviewed a joint security meeting regarding the Navyug Tunnel, in order to strengthen the existing security, safety, and traffic management arrangements.
The meeting was attended by the Commanding Officer, 163 Battalion CRPF, Additional Superintendent of Police, NHW Qazigund, SDPO Qazigund, SDPO Banihal, representatives of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), representatives of Qazigund Expressway Private Limited, and all jurisdictional officers.
During the meeting, recent road accidents inside and around the tunnel were also discussed. It was emphasized that over-speeding poses a serious risk t... |
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| | JKSA seeks Amit Shah's intervention over harassment of Kashmiris | | |
Jammu/Srinagar, December 29 (Scoop News)- The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) on Monday has written to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, seeking urgent intervention over the alarming and continued rise in incidents of intimidation, harassment, and targeted violence against Kashmiri students and traditional shawl vendors in Himachal Pradesh.
In its letter, the association highlighted that while incidents involving Kashmiri students and traders have been reported in various northern states over the past year, Himachal Pradesh has emerged as a matter of “particularly grave concern.” It noted that despite repeated representations, assurances, and interventions at multiple levels... |
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| | Sanjay Baru calls on Delhi Minister Ashish Sood,raises concerns of J&K students in Delhi | | |
New Delhi, December 29 (Scoop News)-Senior BJP leader and Seh-Prabhari Kathua District, Sanjay Kumar Baru, called upon Ashish Sood, Minister for Home, Education, Power, Urban Development, Higher Education, Training & Technical Education, Government of NCT of Delhi, and discussed several issues concerning Jammu & Kashmir, with special focus on the challenges faced by students from the region pursuing education in Delhi.
During the meeting, Sanjay Kumar Baru highlighted that a large number of students from Jammu & Kashmir come to Delhi every year under various scholarship schemes to pursue higher and professional education. While appreciating the Prime Minister Narendra Modi–led Union G... |
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| | 𝗝&𝗞 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗢𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗲𝘀 “𝗥𝘂𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆” 𝗝𝗮𝗺𝗺𝘂 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗻–2025 | | | Jammu, December 28 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir Police on Sunday organised “Run for Unity” Jammu Marathon–2025 at Gulshan Ground, Jammu, under its Civic Action Programme.
2. Sh. M. K. Sinha, IPS, Additional Director General of Police (Headquarters), PHQ J&K, who was the Chief Guest on the occasion, highlighted the vital role of sports in the physical and mental development of youth. He stated that sporting activities inculcate discipline, comradeship, and a spirit of unity—qualities that are essential for the overall progress and prosperity of the nation.
3. Sh. Sinha further stated that the J&K Police has been consistently organising sports and community-oriented events in the wint... |
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| | Spiritual Nagar Kirtan marks observance of 359th Parkash Parv of Shri Guru Gobind Singh Ji in Poonch | |  Poonch, December 28 (Scoop News)- A vibrant and spiritually uplifting Nagar Kirtan was organized in Poonch to commemorate the 359th Parkash Parv of Shri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the 10th Guru of Sikhism.
The grand procession commenced from Singh Sabha Gurdwara amid enthusiastic participation of a large number of devotees belonging to different sections of the society.
The Nagar Kirtan was marked by the sacred presence of the Saroop of Sahib Shri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, beautifully adorned and accompanied by the five beloved ones (Panj Pyaras). Youth showcased traditional Gatka and martial ar... |
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| | Remembering A Legend:Heartfelt Tributes to Prof. M.L. Tikoo (Malla) | | -The Beacon of Education and Activism! |  Jammu, December 28 (Scoop News)-Tributes have poured in from around the state, highlighting Prof. M.L. Tikoo (Malla) unwavering commitment to knowledge and innovation. It may be mentioned here that renowned educationist Professor M L Tikoo (Malla) passed away due to Cardiac arrest at his residence Roop Nagar in Jammu on December 25, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of dedication to education and social activism.
He was originally from Bijbehara, Kashmir.
Various social organization and education forums condole his death. They paid their respects to the esteemed Professor highlighting his r... |
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