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| Baramulla’s Literacy Drive makes history, over 8,300 Learners participate across 509 Centres | | | Baramulla, October 25 (Scoop News)- Baramulla witnessed an inspiring celebration of lifelong learning on Sunday as participation in the Foundation Literacy and Numeracy Assessment Test (FLNAT), under the ULLAS–Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram, surpassed the target of 8,300 learners across 509 designated centres.
The assessment brought together adult learners aged 18 and above, with enthusiastic participation reflecting strong community mobilisation and a shared commitment to achieving universal adult literacy.
The presence of elderly learners aged 85–90 emerged as a highlight, demonstrating that the pursuit of education has no age limit. At several centres, the assessment took on a fes... |
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| | Director F&ES praises Personnel for Professionalism | | 12 Fire Stations, 20 Fire Tenders deployed in Seven-Hour Operation | |
Srinagar, October 25 (Scoop News)-A major fire broke out at Mir Sales Corporation, Kaka Sarai, Karan Nagar, Srinagar, during the intervening night of 24-25 October 2026, causing extensive damage to commercial and adjoining residential-cum-commercial structures.
Alok Kumar, Director, Fire & Emergency Services (F&ES), Jammu & Kashmir, appreciated the prompt, courageous and coordinated response of the department's personnel, whose sustained efforts helped confine the fire to the affected premises, prevent its further spread to nearby structures and safeguard the adjoining six-storeyed Medicare Hospital from direct fire damage.
Considering the intensity of the blaze and the risk of its... |
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| | Police organises “Run for Unity” in Awantipora | | |
Srinagar, October 25 (Scoop News)- As part of the ongoing celebrations of Police Flag Day Week, Police in Awantipora organised a “Run for Unity” at Tral, witnessing enthusiastic participation from people of different age groups and areas.
The event commenced at 08:30 a.m. from Bus Stand Tral and culminated at Government Degree College, Tral. During the flag off ceremony, officers highlighted that the “Run for Unity” was organised in honour of Police Martyrs to commemorate their courage, valour and supreme sacrifices in safeguarding the unity and integrity of the nation and protecting the lives and property of the people.
At the closing ceremony, the first three winners were felici... |
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| | Police organises Unity Run in Shopian to honour Police Martyrs | | |
Srinagar, October 25 (Scoop News)-As part of the ongoing Police Commemoration, Police Flag and Ekta Diwas Week, Police in Shopian organised a Unity Run at Zainapora to pay tribute to police martyrs who made the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty.
The Unity Run was flagged off by the SDPO Zainapora in the presence of the SHO Police Station Zainapora, In-charge Police Post Wachi and other police officers. The run commenced from NIPS Zainapora and culminated at the Police station Zainapora.
The event aimed to honour the valour and sacrifices of police personnel who laid down their lives in the service of the nation, while promoting unity, peace, harmony and national integration. A l... |
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| | DC Srinagar, Principal GMC inspect newly built 15-Bedded Additional NICU Block for new borns | | at Lal Ded Hospital | 
Srinagar, October 24 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo, along with the Principal, Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar, Dr Iffat, on Saturday visited Government Lal Ded Hospital and inspected the functioning of the newly built additional 15-bed Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) block for new born babies established by the District Administration at a cost of Rs 75 lakh using convergence of funds available at district level.
During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner and Principal GMC Srinagar reviewed the functioning of the newly established facility, w... |
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| | Kashmir’s aromatic Rice, Mushk Budji showcased during Bharat International Rice Conference | | |
Srinagar, October 24 (Scoop News)-A Kashmiri farmer Zafar Ahmad Bhat was felicitated during Bharat International Rice Conference at New Delhi for his efforts in preserving the iconic, highly fragrant Mushk Budji rice variety.
Sagam in Anantnag is celebrated as a major centre and model village for growing this high-altitude, short-grain aromatic rice and was awarded G.I tag during 2023.
In this International Rice Conference, Jammu & Kashmir featured alongside other prominent agrarian states along with Odisha, Assam, and Telangana to highlight indigenous Geographical Indication (GI) and specialty rice varieties. The main objective is to establish robust market linkages to transition... |
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| | DC Ganderbal holds Public Outreach Programme at Kangan | | Directs On-Spot redressal of Public Grievances | | Ganderbal, October 24 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Shreya Singhal, today chaired a public outreach programme at Kangan Ganderbal, to listen to the grievances, issues and demands of the general public and ensure effective redressal through coordinated departmental intervention.
During the programme, locals from the area put forth their grievances and highlighted various issues concerning essential services and public infrastructure. The Deputy Commissioner gave a patient hearing to the people and directed the concerned officers to address the issues on priority, with particular emphasis on matters related to the Jal Shakti (PHE), Power Development Department (PDD) an... |
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| | JK Chief Minister met Lieutenant Governor | | 
Srinagar, October 24 (Scoop News)- Chief Minister, Shri Omar Abdullah met Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today at Lok Bhavan, Srinagar.
The Lieutenant Governor Office posted on X:
"Chief Minister of Jammu & Kashmir, Shri @OmarAbdullah called on Lieutenant Governor, Shri @manojsinha_. @CM_JnK"
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| | J&K Police arrests 02 absconders after 16 years of evading arrest in Bandipora | | | Srinagar, October 24 (Scoop News)- In a significant breakthrough in a long-pending case, J&K Police in Bandipora arrested two absconders who had been evading arrest for the past 16 years in connection with a cheating and forgery case registered at Police Station Sumbal.
The accused, identified as Ghulam Nabi Ganie son of Ghulam Qadir Ganie and Mst. Misra alias Sarwa W/o Ghulam Nabi Ganie, residents of Ganj-Lalpora Berua, Budgam, presently residing at Pamposh Colony, Palpora, Srinagar, were apprehended from Srinagar during the intervening night of October 23/24, 2026. Both accused were absconding for the last 16 years. Following their arrest, both accused were produced before the Hon’ble ... |
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| | Bandipora Police Busts Alleged Prison-Linked Module of Banned Organization Targeting Women | | for separatist ideology and propaganda | |
Srinagar, October 24 (Scoop News)- Bandipora Police have uncovered an alleged clandestine module associated with the banned organization Ittihad-ul-Muslimeen, reportedly operating under the directions of a Pakistan-based handler. The investigation has revealed suspected links involving prison-based coordination, covert meetings of propagating separatist ideology and financial transactions.
In this connection, a case FIR No. 168/2026 under sections 10, 13 UA(P)A, 1967 (as amended) stands registered at P/S Bandipora and the following persons have been arrested in the case so far:
1. Mubeena Bano D/O Gh Ahmad Dar R/O Dachigam Bandipora
2. Waheed Ahmad Bhat S/O Mohd Maq... |
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| | Div Com Kashmir reviews Preparations for J&K UT Foundation Day | | Run for Unity on October 31 | |
Srinagar, October 23 (Scoop News)-Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg today chaired a meeting of officers to review arrangements for the celebration of the Jammu and Kashmir Union Territory Foundation Day and the conduct of the Run for Unity on the occasion of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, scheduled to be held on October 31 at SKICC.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Director Information, SSP Traffic, Director School Education, Secretary JKAACL, and representatives of Police, Youth Services and Sports (YSS), colleges, Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC), Roads and Buildings (R&B), and other concerned departments.
During the meeting, the Divisional Commissi... |
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| | NIT Srinagar hosts global dialogue on sustainable energy, power systems | | | .
Srinagar, October 23 (Scoop News)-The Department of Electrical Engineering at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar on Friday inaugurated the IEEE 2nd International Conference on Sustainable Technology for Energy and Power Systems (STEPS 2026), bringing together academicians, researchers and power-sector professionals to deliberate on emerging developments in sustainable energy technologies.
Centred on the theme “A Step Towards Green, Clean and Reliable Energy,” the three-day conference aims to promote research, innovation and collaboration in sustainable energy and modern power systems.
The inaugural session commenced with an address by Prof. Shameem Ahmad Lone, Co... |
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| | Police In Awantipora Pays Tribute to Martyrs | | Visits Martyr Families, Displays Their Portraits in Schools | |
Srinagar, October 23 (Scoop News)-As part of the ongoing celebrations of Police Flag Day Week, Police in Awantipora organised a series of programmes to honour the supreme sacrifices of police martyrs and pay tribute to their bravery and dedication.
The police officers visited the native villages and towns of police martyrs in Sub-Division Tral and interacted with their families to express solidarity and enquire about their well-being. During the interactions, the officers patiently listened to their grievances and assured them of all possible assistance and timely redressal of their genuine concerns.
As a mark of respect and remembrance, portraits of the martyrs were displayed in th... |
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| | J&K Police Solves Theft Case Within 24 Hours In Shopian; Accused Arrested | | |
Srinagar, October 23 (Scoop News)-Demonstrating swift and effective policing, Police in Shopian have solved an apple theft case within 24 hours of receiving the complaint, arrested the accused and recovered the stolen property.
On 22/10/2026, Police Post Saidpora received a written complaint from Zahoor Ahmad Ganai son of Gh. Mohd Ganai regarding the theft of 92 apple-laden crates from his orchard at Reshinagri. Accordingly, a case FIR No. 118/2026 under relevant sections of law was registered at Police Station Heerpora and an investigation was set into motion.
During the course of investigation, CCTV footage of the area was examined, leading to the identification of vehicle bearing... |
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