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Top Stories of The Day |
| LG calls upon all the officials, social organizations to pledge to protect and promote rights of Divyangjans | | attends International Day of Persons with Disabilities event at Jammu |  Jammu, December 03 (Scoop News)- “I salute the resilience, determination and potential of Divyangjans. We are committed to building a system that aligns with their dreams and aspirations, eliminating all challenges and barriers,” the Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha said on Wednesday. He was speaking at an “International Day of Persons with Disabilities” event at Padma Shri Padma Sachdev Government College for Women, Gandhi Nagar.
The event was organized by Composite Regional Centre for Skill Development, Rehabilitation and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (CRC), Jammu under the theme: "Celebrating Ability, Preserving Culture". The global theme for this year's International Day of Persons with Disabilities is "Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress".
In his address, the Lieutenant Governor called upon all the officials and social organiz... |
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| CM Omar Abdullah hands over appointment letters, regularisation orders | | Promises transparency, simplified process in compassionate appointments | 
Jammu, December 03 (Scoop News)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today reiterated his government’s commitment to clearing the backlog of compassionate appointments under SRO-43 and the Rehabilitation Assistance Scheme (RAS-2022), assuring that all necessary relaxations would be granted wherever required to simplify and make the entire process fully transparent.
The Chief Minister was speaking at a function organised at the Convention Centre here where he handed over appointment orders to candidates under SRO-43 and RAS-2022, besides issuing regularisation orders to Contingent Paid Workers (... |
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| | CS pushes for modernization of KU & JU Music & Fine Arts Institutes | |  Jammu, December 02 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a meeting to review the ongoing expansion and augmentation plans for the Institutes of Music & Fine Arts associated with the University of Kashmir and the University of Jammu.
The meeting was attended by the Additional Chief Secretary, Higher Education Department; Vice Chancellors of the two Universities; Divisional Commissioner, Jammu; and other senior officers.
The Chief Secretary underscored the crucial role of these institutes in nurturing and polishing the artistic and musical talents of J&K’s youth. He obs... |
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| | High level BJP delegation meets Union Health Minister | | raises concern over SMVD Hospital MBBS admission issue | 
Jammu,December 02 (Scoop News)-A high-level delegation of the Jammu and Kashmir Bharatiya Janata Party (J&K BJP) called on Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare J. P. Nadda in New Delhi to discuss the growing controversy surrounding admissions to the MBBS seats in Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME), Katra, run by the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB).
The delegation comprised J&K BJP President and MP (Rajya Sabha) Sat Sharma, Union MoS in PMO Dr. Jitendra Singh, LoP Sunil Sharma, MP (Lok Sabha) Jugal Kishore Sharma, MP (Rajya Sabha) Ghulam ... |
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| | CS chairs MDC on traffic management to advance mobility improvements in twin capital cities | | 
Jammu, December 01 (Scoop News)- Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today presided over a meeting of the Multi-Disciplinary Committee (MDC) on Traffic Management Systems for Jammu and Srinagar, to take a comprehensive look at the measures already undertaken and those proposed for easing congestion, strengthening road safety, and improving overall urban mobility in both cities.
The meeting witnessed participation of senior administrative and police officials, including ACS, PWD, Principal Secretary, Home; Commissioner Secretary, H&UDD; Divisional Commissioner, Jammu/Kashmir; IGP, Traffic; Sec... |
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Ladakh News |
| LSSSSB Conducts Training Session for Invigilators, Superintendents | | |
LSSSSB Conducts Training Session for Invigilators, Superintendents, and Authentication Officials in Kargil
Kargil, December 03 (Scoop News)- Ladakh Subordinate Staff Service Selection Board (LSSSSB) successfully conducted a comprehensive Training Session for invigilators, centre superintendents, and authentication officials under the supervision of Secretary LSSSSB, Dr. Zahida Banoo. The session focused on preparing officials for the smooth, fair, and transparent conduct of upcoming LSSSSB examinations.
Also present on the occasion were, Tehsildar Kargil, Ayaz Ahmad; Assistant Director Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, Samina Khatoon; Executive Officer, Municipal Committee,... |
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| | EC Tourism Reviews Progress, Orders Speed-Up of Pending Tourism Projects in Kargil | | |
Kargil, December 03 (Scoop News)-Hon’ble Executive Councillor, KDA and Tourism Development Authority, Kacho Mohd Feroz chaired a review meeting today to assess the progress of ongoing works under KDA Kargil.
The meeting was attended by the Hon’ble Executive Councillor, RDD and ZDA, Er. Punchok Tashi, and the Hon’ble Executive Councillor for Sheep and Animal Husbandry, Aga Syed Mujtaba. Hon’ble Councillors of different constituencies of LAHDC Kargil besides Executive Engineer, KDA and other senior officials also participated in the deliberations.
After a detailed and threadbare discussion on the status of ongoing and pending works, the Hon’ble Executive Councillor issued clear dir... |
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| | CPO Leh Reviews Progress of Vibrant Village Programme | | |
Leh, December 03 (Scoop News)-A review meeting on the implementation of the Vibrant Village Programme (VVP-I) was chaired today by Chief Planning Officer Leh, Tsewang Gyalson, at the VC Room of the DC Office, Leh.
The meeting aimed to assess the physical and financial progress of projects sanctioned under VVP-I and convergence, along with reviewing the uploading of geo-tagged photographs on the Digital VVP-I portal. The agenda also included the clearance of pending queries, status of new project proposals and discussion of other related issues.
During the meeting, the CPO Leh directed all departments to upload status of the works and site photographs on the portal, emphasising that ... |
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| | International Day of Persons with Disabilities/ Ability Mela Held at MHMHSS Kargil | | |
Kargil, December 03 (Scoop News)-District Social & Tribal Welfare Department, Kargil today organised an International Day of Persons with Disabilities/ Ability Mela at Munshi Habibullah Mission Higher Secondary School (MHMHSS) Kargil. The event was held in collaboration with the Health Department, School Education Department, Rewa-na-Kasco, Baqirya Health Care & Research Centre (BHC&RC) Kargil ad Regional Art & Theatre Group (RaNTHAG).
Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho (JKAS), graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. CMO Kargil Dr Liyaqat Ali Khan; District Social Welfare Officer Kargil, Dr. Shahzad Sarwar (JKAS); Director MHMHSS; Assistant Director MHMHSS; Vice... |
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| | Border School Fest Season 2: GMS Sharchay Hailed as Model of Excellence Despite Connectivity Hurdles | | |
Kargil, December 03 (Scoop News)-Government Middle School, Sharchay celebrated Season-2 of the Border School Fest today at Sharchay. Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC), Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho graced the occasion as Chief Guest, while the Zonal Education Officer (ZEO), Kargil, Nargis Bano, attended the event as Guest of Honuor while and the Chief Executive Officer of rZamba Trust, Saldon Shifa, was the special guest.
Officials of School Education Department, representatives of rZamba Trust, 17000 Feet Foundation, village elders, Village Education Committee (VEC) members, school students and villagers attended the event with enthusiasm.
The guests trekked for approximately one hour to ... |
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| | Watershed Mahotsav Celebrated at Basgo Micro Watershed, WDC–05, Leh Nimmo Project | | |
Leh Nimmo,December 02 (Scoop News)-The Watershed Mahotsav was celebrated today at the Basgo Micro Watershed under the Leh Nimmo Project, WDC–05, with great enthusiasm and active community participation. Shri A.G. Zargar, ACD RDD & PRI, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The event was also attended by Naib Tehsildar Nimmo, Shri Mushtaq Ahmed, the Nambardar, Chairpersons/Secretaries of various Micro Watersheds, SHGs, UGs, teachers and students of Govt. High School Nimmo, farmers, and local community members.
Community representatives—including the Nambardar, local leaders, and MWS functionaries—expressed gratitude to IWMP Leh (Watershed Department) for implementing impactful Soil & ... |
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| | Ladakh Subordinate Services Staff Selection Board Conducts Training Session for Centre Supervisors, Invigilators | | |
Agling, Leh,December 02 (Scoop News)-The Ladakh Subordinate Services Staff Selection Board (LSSSSB) today conducted a comprehensive training session for Centre Supervisors, Invigilators, and other examination functionaries engaged for the upcoming Matriculation Level Examination, scheduled for Sunday, 7th December 2025. The training was held at the Panchayat Resource Centre, Agling.
The session was briefed by Dr. Zahida Bano, JKAS, Secretary, LSSSSB, and conducted by Sh. Jigmet Angchuk, JKAS, Under Secretary, LSSSSB, who delivered a detailed orientation on the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to be followed on the day of the examination. The training covered essential instruction... |
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| | Parents’ Day-cum-Community Mobilisation Event Held at MS Girls Deskit, Nubra | | |
Deskit, Nubra, December 02 (Scoop News)-MS Girls Deskit, Nubra organised a Parents’ Day-cum-Community Mobilisation event today with enthusiastic participation from parents, students, villagers, and local stakeholders. Ms. Sonam Dolkar, ZEO Nubra, graced the programme as the Chief Guest, while former Honourable Executive Councillor for Education, Mr. Tsering Angchuk, attended as the Guest of Honour.
The event witnessed the presence of the Principal of HSS Deskit, ZEPO, Headmaster of MS Boys Deskit, and other dignitaries, along with villagers from Deskit, Goba, Ama Tsogspa, parents, and students.
In her address, Chief Guest Ms. Sonam Dolkar appreciated the commendable efforts of the Headm... |
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Debate |
| 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.
As... |
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| | TTP and BLA: Security Guarantees for Afghanistan and India | | |
By Fatima Baloch
The religious insurgent group Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) emerged in 2007 amid the Afghan Taliban’s resistance against U.S. and NATO forces. Simultaneously, it launched a campaign against Pakistan’s military establishment, aiming to dismantle the military-dominated state, overthrow its controlled democracy, and establish an Islamic Sharia-based government modeled after the Afghan Taliban—known as Tehrik-e-Taliban Afghanistan (TTA). Its vision: a corruption-free, justice-oriented Islamic Pakistan.
Meanwhile, in Balochistan, the secular Baloch nation continues its struggle for independence under the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), seeking to establish a... |
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| | American deep state and Kashmiri Brahmans | | |
K N Pandita
On September 1, the World News reported that President Trump's Trade Advisor, Peter Navarro, doubled down on his accusation that India is profiting from the Russia-Ukraine war by buying Moscow's oil at a discount, refining it, and selling it to buyers in Europe and elsewhere. In an interview with Fox News, Navarro dubbed New Delhi a "laundromat for the Kremlin" and slammed the country's elite for profiteering "at the expense of the Indian people."
Trump's trade czar claimed India didn't buy much oil from Russia before its full-scale assault on Ukraine, but now it was fuelling "the Russian war machine." "India is nothing but a laundromat for the Kremlin...You got Brahm... |
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| | Trump-Xi Meeting: Just Optics, No Concrete Deliverables | | 
Asad Mirza
The much-awaited meeting between the US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, finally took place last week in Busan, South Korea. Reportedly, the two adversaries reached a wide-ranging trade and economic agreement at the meeting. The deal addresses fentanyl precursors, rare earth export controls, tariffs, and semiconductor trade restrictions, signalling a possible stabilisation in US-China ties.
The Busan meeting between US President Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, happened after a gap of six years, though as pointed out by President X... |
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| | Mumbai Attack: The Darkest Chapter in India’s Fight Against Terrorism | | |
by Farooq Ganderbali
The 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks remain one of the most horrific assaults on Indian soil, shaking the nation’s conscience and exposing the brutal face of Pakistan-sponsored terrorism.
On the night of November 26, 2008, ten heavily armed gunmen, trained and sent by Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) — a Pakistan-based terrorist organization — launched coordinated attacks across Mumbai. They carried automatic weapons and grenades, targeting innocent civilians in the bustling heart of India’s financial capital.
The attackers struck at multiple crowded locations — Chhatrapati Shivaji Railway Station, Leopold Café, two hospitals, a theatre, and three high-profile sit... |
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| Jammu News |
| Devyani Rana launches Youth Orientation Camp for Hotel Industry Careers in Nagrota Constituency | | | Ghorta,December 03 (Scoop News)- MLA Nagrota Devyani Rana today inaugurated an Orientation and Training Camp aimed at empowering local youth and preparing them for employment opportunities in the hotel and hospitality industry across Jammu & Kashmir and other parts of the country. The programme has been organised in collaboration with ARC Hospitality, Jammu, as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance skill development and open corporate avenues for the younger generation.
Over 200 enthusiastic youth, aged 18 to 27, participated in the inaugural session. The selected candidates will undergo an intensive 45-day free training programme, covering essential hospitality skills, professiona... |
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| | Rattan Lal Gupta welcomed Age relaxation measure for JKAS aspirants in J&K | | |
Jammu, December 03 (Scoop News)- The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Provincial President Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta, on Monday welcomed a number of youth from diverse walks of life into the party fold at the party’s provincial headquarters, Sher-e-Kashmir Bhawan, Jammu.
Among others, Party’s youth leader and Working President NCSU Jammu Sardar Arunpal Singh was also present on the occasion.
Welcoming the new entrants, Rattan Lal Gupta said, “The National Conference has always believed that the youth are the backbone of our society. We are glad to see young and energetic minds joining our mission. The Omar Abdullah–led government has consistently taken pro-youth measu... |
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| | CTTIK for speedy restoration and boosting train connectivity | | | CTTIK for speedy restoration and boosting train connectivity
Katra , December 03 (Scoop News)-A delegation of the Chamber of Tourism, Trade and Industry Katra (CTTIK) headed by president Raj Kumar Padha ,vice president Susheel Dubey and secretary Atul Sharma today met Sh. Uchit Singal Sr. divisional commercial manager northern railways in his office chamber to highlight the pressing issues arising from the extended disruption of railway services in the Jammu Division.
During the meeting, the delegation submitted a detailed representation outlining the persistent hardships faced by pilgrims, tourism stakeholders, the business community and general commuters due to the c... |
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| | SKK Divyangs celebrate World Divyang Day with dances | | 
Jammu,December 03 (Scoop News)- The J&K Samaj Kalyan Kendra, Jammu (SKK) today celebrated International Day of Persons with Disabilities, also called World Divyang Day in the premises of its School For Hearing Handicapped with enthusiasm and fervor. The students presented a cultural program which included dances on popular songs. Punjabi Gidda was the most entertaining item. They Danced on the recorded songs choreographed by the teachers through sign language.
The Principal of the School, Roshan Bhan was the Chief Guest.
The theme of this year’s Day was “Fostering disability inclusi... |
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| | Satish Sharma inaugurates Rooftop Solar Power Plant at JK Cable Car Corporation | | |
Jammu, December 02 (Scoop News)-With a view towards strengthening the Jammu & Kashmir’s renewable energy ecosystem, Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Transport, Information Technology, Youth Services & Sports, ARI & Trainings, Satish Sharma, today inaugurated the 143 KW Grid-Connected Rooftop Solar Power Plant installed at the JK Cable Car Corporation, Bahu Jammu.
The inauguration-cum-awareness programme was organized by the Jammu & Kashmir Energy Development Agency (JAKEDA) under the aegis of Science & Technology Department.
The event was attended by MLA Vikram Randhawa, CEO JAKEDA Dr P.R.Dhar, Additional CEO JAKEGA senior officials from JAKEDA, Science & Tech... |
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| | Sakeena Itoo officially launches CUJ’s Department of Performing Arts | | Witnesses Department’s maiden production ‘Jasma Odan’ at Abhinav Theatre | |
Jammu, December 02 (Scoop News)-Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, today officially launched the Department of Performing Arts of Cluster University of Jammu (CUJ) besides releasing the official logo of the department in a grand celebration held at Abhinav Theatre here today.
Addressing the gathering on the occasion, Sakeena Itoo highlighted that the inauguration marks a significant expansion of university’s academic and cultural landscape, aimed at nurturing the young talent in music, theatre, dance and allied art forms.
She expressed delight at witnessing the aspirations of young artists, calling establishment of the Department of P... |
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| | BJP Minority Morcha announces new office bearers, executive members,district presidents across J&K | | |
Jammu, December 02 (Scoop News)- In consultation with Sat Sharma (CA), Rajya Sabha MP and President BJP J&K, and Ashok Koul, General Secretary (Organization) BJP J&K, Ranjodh Singh Nalwa, President BJP Minority Morcha, announced the nomination of new Office Bearers, Executive Members, and district presidents of the Minority Morcha for its smooth and effective functioning.
Bhupinder Singh (Retd. SSP), Amarjeet Singh, Narinder Jain, Muneera Begum, Rajinder Singh Raju, and Mubashir Azad have been nominated as Vice-Presidents. Imtiyaz Ahmad Bhat, Adv. Jasmeet Kour Pandey, and Dhamanjeet Singh have been nominated as General Secretaries. Dr. Surjeet Singh, Farooq Ahmad (BDC), Fareed Ahmed Fa... |
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| | Dogri Play Jasma Odan Stages a Successful Premiere at Abhinav Theatre | | 
Jammu, December 02 (Scoop News)- The Department of Performing Arts, School of Humanities and Liberal Arts, Cluster University of Jammu, in collaboration with the Jammu & Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture & Languages, successfully staged the premiere of the Dogri play Jasma Odan at Abhinav Theatre, Jammu.
Organized under the patronage of Hon’ble Vice Chancellor Prof. K. S. Chandrasekar, the event marked a significant cultural moment for the University. In his message, the Vice Chancellor emphasized the institution’s commitment to nurturing the performing arts, noting that celebrating our ... |
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Kashmir News |
| IUST’s Nursing College Organizes Awareness Programme on Substance Abuse & Prevention | | |
Srinagar, December 03 (Scoop News)- Charar-i-Sharief, Budgam, December 3: Under IUST’s Community Outreach Program, Alamdar Memorial College of Nursing & Medical Technology (AMCONMT), Charar-i-Sharief, Budgam, constituent college of the Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), organized an Awareness Programme on ‘Substance Abuse & Its Prevention’. The program was held at Government Degree College, Charar-i-Sharief under the banner of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (Drug-Free India Campaign).
The programme aimed to sensitize students and youth about the increasing threat of substance abuse and highlighted preventive measures, early identification, and the role of community-... |
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| | Cyber Police Recovers ₹5,34,938 in Cyber Financial Fraud Cases During November In Awantipora | | |
Srinagar, December 03 (Scoop News)- Cyber Police Awantipora continues its focused efforts to curb cyber-enabled financial crimes and safeguard citizens from online fraud. As part of these sustained initiatives, the Cyber PS Awantipora successfully recovered ₹5,34,938/- during the month of November 2025 in various cyber financial fraud complaints reported by the public.
Throughout the month, several victims approached the Cyber Police Station with complaints related to UPI frauds, social media scams, online marketplace cheating, fake loan apps, OTP misuse, and fraudulent investment schemes. Acting promptly, the Cyber team froze suspicious transactions in real time, coordinated with ba... |
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| | Police Conducts Cyber Awareness Programme In Pulwama | | |
Srinagar, December 03 (Scoop News)- Continuing its efforts to promote a safe and secure digital ecosystem, police in Pulwama organised a comprehensive Cyber Awareness Programme at Panchayat Ghar, Nikas. The session was conducted by officers of Police, who engaged with the local community to spread awareness about rising cyber threats.
During the interactive programme, officers highlighted key issues such as digital frauds, phishing scams, identity theft, and misuse of social media. Participants were educated about essential cyber hygiene practices, including safeguarding personal information, using strong passwords, verifying online links, and avoiding suspicious communications. The ... |
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| | Justice Vinod Chatterji Koul visits Court Complex Baramulla | | Reviews it's functioning | | Baramulla,, December 03 (Scoop News)- Judge, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, and the Administrative Judge for District Baramulla, Justice Vinod Chatterji Koul, today conducted an administrative visit of District Court Complex Baramulla.
During the visit, the Justice inaugurated the newly constructed Senior Lawyers’ Facilitation Lounge in the District Court Complex Baramulla in the presence of District and Sessions Judge, Baramulla, Jawad Ahmad; Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Minga Sherpa; SSP Baramulla, Gurinderpal Singh, Col. Bindu Nair, 173 Engineer Regiment (TA); President Bar Association Baramulla, Advocate Neelofar Masood, and other officers from the District Administrati... |
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| | Div Com Kashmir chairs meeting with DCs | | Reviews Progress on Multiple Administrative Matters | |
Srinagar, December 03 (Scoop News)- Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, chaired a meeting with all Deputy Commissioners (DCs) to review the progress on several important matters, including appointments under SRO-43 for families of terror victims, implementation of self-employment schemes, land transfer cases involving security agencies, and construction of houses for families affected by terrorism and cross-border shelling.
The meeting also assessed the status of under-construction BSNL towers, public grievance disposal, and revision of stamp duty rates across districts.
During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioners apprised the Divisional Commissioner of the current status... |
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| | Padma Shri Awardee Dr. Milind Pralhad assumes Office as Chairman, Board of Governors, NIT Srinagar | | 
Srinagar, December 03 (Scoop News)- Padma Shri awardee and distinguished entrepreneur Dr. Milind Pralhad Kamble on Wednesday formally assumed charge as the Chairman of the Board of Governors (BOG) of the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, marking the beginning of a new chapter of leadership for the premier engineering institution.
Dr. Milind was accompanied by Cmdr. Kesavan Baskkaran (Retd.), Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of IIM Jammu. They were received at the Srinagar International Airport by Deputy Registrar (Administration, Director’s Office) Faisal Irshad Ganai, ... |
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| | Zaiba Aapa institute observes International Day for persons with Disabilities | | 
Bijbehara, December 03 (Scoop News)-Humanity Welfare Organization Helpline commemorated World Disability Day 2025 with a high-profile program held on December 3 at Zaiba Aapa Institute of Inclusive Education, Bijbehara. The event saw participation from around 300 children with diverse disabilities and their parents, who showcased their capabilities through cultural performances, speeches, and other demonstrations of talent.
DIG South Kashmir Range, Javed Iqbal Matoo IPS, graced the occasion as chief guest, lauding Zaiba Aapa Institute as a pioneering model positively impacting the disab... |
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| | IUST Holds BoRS meeting for School of Sciences | | |
Awantipora, December 02 (Scoop News)-The School of Sciences, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), held its 5th meeting of the Board of Research Studies (BoRS) to discuss key academic and research matters and to deliberate on strategies aimed at strengthening the research environment of the University.
The meeting was presided over by Prof. Shakil A. Romshoo, Vice Chancellor, IUST, and attended by senior faculty members and leading academic experts from reputed institutions. The program was coordinated by Dr. Aabid Hussain Shalla, Dean Research, who at the onset highlighted the major research initiatives and achievements of the University, with a particular emphasis on p... |
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| DJMC IUST Holds Workshop on Podcasting | | |
Awantipora, December 03 (Scoop News)- The Department of Journalism and Mass Communication (DJMC), Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), under its Industry Connect Initiative organised a workshop titled “PodCraft: Workshop on Podcasting Practices” with RJ Umar Nisar, podcaster and founder of Mashq Talks.
The programme, attended by students of Journalism and Mass Communication, aimed to introduce them to real-world podcasting and provide practical knowledge beyond classroom learning. During the workshop, RJ Umar familiarised the participants with the core elements of podcast production, including ideation, scriptwriting, audio aesthetics, branding, and publishing strateg... |
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| | J&K ACB presented Charge-Sheet against then Patwari Halqa Khanyar Srinagar | | and his touts in a trap case. | |
Srinagar, December 03 (Scoop News)- Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau presented Charge-sheet in case FIR No. 35/2022 registered under Section 7 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 & section 120-B IPC at Police Station ACB Srinagar Kashmir against accused public servant namely Aijaz Ahmad Shegen, then Patwari Halqa Khanyar Srinagar and his touts, in a bribery case before the Hon`ble Special Judge Anti-Corruption Court Srinagar.
The FIR was registered on 01-09-2022 on a written complaint alleging therein that aforesaid accused demanded ₹7,000/- as bribe for issuance of revenue extracts in favour of complainant. During trap proceedings two touts namely Showkat Ahmad Budoo a... |
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| | SWD celebrates World Disability Day at Abhedananda Home, Solina Srinagar | | |
Srinagar, December 03 (Scoop News)- The Department of Social Welfare today observed the International Day of Persons with Disabilities by organizing a special programme at Abhedananda Home, Solina Rambagh, Srinagar.
This year’s global theme, “Fostering Disability-Inclusive Societies for Advancing Social Progress,” guided the day’s proceedings.
Commissioner Secretary, Social Welfare Department, Sarmad Hafeez , was the chief guest on the occasion.
In his address, the Commissioner Secretary reaffirmed the department’s commitment towards building an inclusive society where every individual can live with dignity, access their rights and enjoy equal opportunities. He highlighted sever... |
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| | Constant efforts being made to create inclusive, accessible environment for SAPs across J&K: Sakeena Itoo | | 
Jammu, December 03 (Scoop News)- Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo today said that the Government led by Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah is very particular about rights and needs of specially abled persons and constant efforts are being made to create an inclusive and accessible environment for Specially Abled Persons (SAPs) across Jammu and Kashmir.
The Minister stated this while addressing a grand event held at Convention Centre here to commemorate the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, under the theme ‘Fostering disability-i... |
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| | Dulloo reviews implementation of 4 new Labour Codes | | Reforms to simplify processes, reduce penal provisions, and strengthen worker rights | |
Jammu, December 02 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a high-level meeting to review the implementation status of the four new Labour Codes, one of India’s most significant labour reforms aimed at simplifying compliance systems and improving worker welfare across Jammu & Kashmir.
The meeting was attended by the Secretary Labour & Employment, Secretary IT, Secretary Law, Labour Commissioner, Director Industries & Commerce Jammu and other senior officers.
The Chief Secretary noted that consolidation of multiple labour legislations into four streamlined codes marks a major milestone in enhancing the ease of doing business while reinforcing rights and protections f... |
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| | Modern charkhas provided in all Pashmina Spinning Centres of Handicrafts & Handloom Dept | | | Srinagar,December 02 (Scoop News)-In order to secure the indigenous process of hand-spinning of world-famous Pashmina wool, the Department of Handicrafts and Handloom, Kashmir, has replaced traditional charkhas with 213 Modern Charkhas in all its 16 Pashmina Spinning Training Centres with an intake capacity of 20 trainees in each centre.
These training centres are functional in Srinagar, Pulwama, Shopian, Kulgam, Baramulla, Ganderbal, Anantnag and Bandipora districts.
Sharing details in a press statement issued here today, a spokesman of the Department stated that the modern spinning charkhas designed by SKUAST Kashmir provide a healthy posture to the spinners, who earlier had to sit ... |
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| | Government Polytechnic Reasi organized various activities to observe World AIDS Day | | |
Jammu, December 02 (Scoop News)-Red Ribbon Club of Government Polytechnic College Reasi in collaboration with J&K State AIDS Control society organized various activities in the institution to commemorate the Worlds AIDS Day. The activities were conducted under the guidance of Principal Er Arun Bangotra, Government Polytechnic Reasi. The programme was designed to educate students and the local community about HIV/AIDS prevention, early detection, and the importance of eliminating stigma.
More than 50 students participated in the Poster making competition with great zeal and enthusiasm and expressed their thought through posters. The first prize went to Rinku Kumar 1st semester student o... |
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| | Action against illegal mining: Police seize 7 vehicles, 4 JCBs in Shopian, Pulwama | | |
Srinagar, December 02 (Scoop News)-In its sustained efforts to curb illegal mining activities, Police have seized four JCBs and seven vehicles involved in the unauthorized extraction and transportation of minerals in Shopian and Pulwama.
During routine patrolling, a police party from Police Station Shopian intercepted two JCBs and one dumper found extracting minerals illegally without valid royalty documents. Accordingly, FIR No. 259/2025 under relevant sections of law has been registered at Police Station Shopian and investigation has been initiated.
In Pulwama, Police teams from Police Station Litter conducted focused drive checks at Rambi Ara, village Nikloora, and successfully i... |
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