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| Transport Commissioner visits Pahalgam ahead of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra | |  Pahalgam, June 14 (Scoop News)- In view of the forthcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, Transport Commissioner, Vishesh Paul Mahajan, today visited Pahalgam to review the transport arrangements besides interacting with the drivers and stakeholders at various taxi stands.
He was accompanied by the Regional Transport Officer (RTO) Kashmir besides others.
During the interaction with the local taxi operators and union representatives, the Transport Commissioner emphasised the crucial role of transport community in ensuring a safe, smooth and welcoming experience for the pilgrims and tourists.
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| | District Hospital Bandipora Hosts Blood Donation Camp on World Blood Donor Day | | |
Bandipora, June 14 (Scoop News)-To commemorate World Blood Donor Day 2025, District Hospital Bandipora on Saturday organised a blood donation camp in collaboration with Bandipora Volunteers, drawing participation from dozens of enthusiastic donors across the district.
The camp was inaugurated by Chief Medical Officer Bandipora, Dr. Ishtiyaq Ahmad, alongside Medical Superintendent DH Bandipora, Dr. Masrat Iqbal Wani. Health officials, volunteers, and youth from different areas of Bandipora gathered in a collective effort to spread awareness about the importance of voluntary blood donation.
Speaking on the occasion, Chief Medical Officer Bandipora, Dr. Ishtiyaq Ahmad emphasized the ... |
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| | Police Organizes Cyclothon cum Road Show to Raise Awareness Against Drug Abuse In Handwara | | |
Srinagar, June 14 (Scoop News)- In a significant move to combat the rising menace of drug abuse, Police in collaboration with Government Higher Secondary School Ashpora and the Excise Department, organized a Cyclothon cum Road Show in Handwara.
The event aimed to generate awareness among the youth and the general public about the harmful effects of drug addiction and the importance of collective action in eradicating this social evil. Students, teachers, police personnel, officials from the Excise Department, and local residents actively participated with great enthusiasm.
The Cyclothon commenced from GHSS Ashpora and passed through various key areas of the locality, spreading the m... |
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| | Gulnaz Akhter appointed in exercise of discretionary powers of LG | | |
Srinagar, June 14 (Scoop News)-The Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor has appointed Mst. Gulnaz Akhter D/o Nooranie Shah W/o Late Syed Adil Hussain Shah R/o Hapatnar, Pahalgam, Anantnag district, as Class-IV (MTS) in District Cadre, Anantnag, in the Fisheries Department. The appointment of Mst. Gulnaz Akhter has been made by the Lieutenant Governor in exercise of the discretionary powers conferred under Clause-2A of Jammu and Kashmir Rehabilitation Assistance Scheme, 2022 in relaxation of her educational qualification.
As per clause 2A of J&K Rehabilitation Assistance Scheme-2022, the Lieutenant Governor in exceptional circumstances may appoint the dependent family member of a civilian, who... |
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| | After operation sindoor first Pooja held at Sharda Temple near LoC Teetwal | | 
LoC Teetwal (Kupwara),June 13 (Scoop News)-Annual Varshik Abhishek of sharda pratima at LoC Teetwal Kashmir was conducted by Sringeri pujaris on June 12,2025.
This was first major event held at LoC after operation sindoor.
A group of 50 pilgrims coming all the way from Kalady kerala on bikes also attended the puja. Earlier chairman of save sharda Committee Kashmir Regd Ravinder Pandita received the bike rally. Local army Dy CO and members of committee also participated, to mark the 2nd jayanti of consecration of sharda idol.
' Religious & border tourism must be started and govt should ... |
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| | JKSA writes to EAM Jaishankar, seeks urgent evacuation of Kashmiri Students from Iran | | |
Srinagar, June 13 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association has written to the Union Minister for External Affairs, Dr. S. Jaishankar, seeking urgent intervention for the evacuation of hundreds of Kashmiri students stranded in Iran amid the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel.
In a detailed letter, the Association expressed grave concern over the rapidly deteriorating security situation following Israeli airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure and the subsequent retaliatory missile and drone attacks by Iran. It stated that the region now stands on the brink of a full-scale war, leaving students from Jammu and Kashmir terrified and vulnerable.
The volatile e... |
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| | DH Bandipora brings advanced Surgical Care Closer to Home | | conducts first Laparoscopic Appendectomy | 
Bandipora, June 13 (Scoop News)- In a landmark achievement for the District Hospital Bandipora, the first-ever laparoscopic appendectomy was successfully performed, marking a significant milestone in the hospital's surgical capabilities.
The procedure was carried out by Dr. Bashir Ahmad Cheechak, Consultant Surgeon, with support from Dr. Iqbal, Consultant Anaesthesia, and Mr. Mehmood ul Rehman, O.T. Technician and other theatre staff also played a crucial role in the smooth execution of the surgery.
Dr. Masrat Iqbal Wani, Medical Superintendent DH Bandipora, appreciated the entire sur... |
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| | DG YSS Chairs Maiden Meeting with DYSSOs | | YSS Champions Youth Engagement in Sports to Combat Screen Addiction and Drug Menace: Anuradha Gupta | 
Srinagar, June 13 (Scoop News)- The Department of Youth Services and Sports (YSS) J&K took a significant step today toward revitalizing youth engagement in sports and recreational activities, with Director General Anuradha Gupta chairing her maiden meeting with District Youth Services and Sports Officers (DYSSOs) of the Kashmir division. The meeting, held in the office chamber of the DG YSS here, focused on ensuring holistic youth development through active participation in sports, curbing rising screen addiction, and addressing the growing drug menace among young boys and girls.
DG Anu... |
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| | Sunil Sharma, Leader of LoP in JKLA called on Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha | | 
Srinagar, June 12 (Scoop News)-Shri Sunil Sharma, Leader of Opposition (LoP) in J&K Legislative Assembly called on Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha, today. He was accompanied by Shri Sat Sharma, President, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu Kashmir Union Territory.
Shri Sunil Sharma sought the Lieutenant Governor's intervention into the issue of Naib Tehsildar aspirants and requested him to make the Working Knowledge of Urdu language non-mandatory for Naib Tehsildar examination.
He highlighted that making working knowledge of one language mandatory, given the UT of J&K's five off... |
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| | IUST convenes 12th Executive Council Meeting | | 
Awantipora, June 12 (Scoop News)- The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) held its 12th Executive Council (EC) meeting today under the chairmanship of Vice Chancellor Prof. Shakil A. Romshoo. The meeting was attended by distinguished members from academia to deliberate on key academic, administrative and policy matters concerning the University’s growth and development.
Among the prominent Executive Council members were Prof. Umesh Rai, Vice Chancellor, University of Jammu; Prof. Nilofer Khan, Vice Chancellor, University of Kashmir; Prof. Rama Shanker Dubey, Vice Chance... |
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| | Secretary in Agriculture Production Department reviews implementation of HADP projects in J&K | | |
Srinagar, June 12 (Scoop News)-Secretary in Agriculture Production Department and Mission Director, Holistic Agriculture Development Program (HADP), Sandeep Kumar, today said that successful implementation of HADP will play a pivotal role in transforming Jammu and Kashmir’s agriculture and allied sectors into a sustainable and vibrant Rs 1 lakh crore agri-economy.
Chairing a review meeting held at the Directorate of Agriculture, Lal Mandi, Srinagar, Sandeep Kumar emphasised the importance of output-based monitoring and real-time progress tracking to maximise the impact and efficiency. The review meeting focused on 13 major HADP projects.
Director Agriculture Jammu, Director Agricult... |
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| | Dy CM pays surprise visit to Labour Commissioner Office in Srinagar | | |
Srinagar, June 12 (Scoop News)- Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, toady paid a surprise visit to Labour Commissioner Office in Srinagar, assessing the functioning of the organisation.
The Dy CM reviewed progress on various initiatives and schemes being implemented by the Labour Department to promote social security and welfare of employees/workers. He also took stock of issues being faced by the employees in performing their duties efficiently.
During the visit, the Dy CM held a detailed discussion with the officials regarding the steps aimed at to streamline the functioning of the department. He was briefed about the ongoing activities, achievements and challenges facing... |
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| | Surinder Choudhary inaugurates Hathkargha mela at Kashmir Haat | | | Srinagar, June 11 (Scoop News)-Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today inaugurated the Hathkargha mela at Kashmir Haat.
The event is being organized by the Department of Handicrafts and Handloom Kashmir and sponsored by the Development Commissioner Handlooms, Ministry of Textiles, Government of India.
The Dy CM, while addressing on the occasion, called upon launching a major marketing and branding campaign for promotion of the Handicrafts & Handloom products of Kashmir, having readymade niche market available at global level. He also emphasized on the need for making an action plan for promotion of these world famous products.
The Dy CM, during his inspection of the stall... |
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| | Ustad Ghulam Nabi Shah Bulbul falls silent | | took Kashmiri music to new heights; colleagues, fans pay tributes | 
Srinagar, June 11 (Scoop News)-The Bulbul of Kashmiri music and art has fallen silent today. Ustad Ghulam Nabi Shah, famously known as Hamli Bulbul, who rendered more than three decades to the Information Department and took Kashmiri music to new heights nationally breathed his last today at his ancestral place Dangiwacha Rafiabad in Baramulla.
An inborn talent who devoted his life promoting Kashmiri art and culture, Bulbul served the department in various capacities representing Kashmir folk and music on both national and international canvas, earning accolades for himself and the depa... |
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| | Javed Rana meets delegations; assesses public welfare issues | | |
Srinagar, June 11 (Scoop News)-Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, today met with delegations led by Legislator Javaid Beigh and representatives from Tral and Shopian to assess and address various public welfare issues.
The delegation led by Javaid Beigh raised concerns regarding the functioning of Sheeri Narawah Irrigation Scheme and Nowpora Water Supply Scheme in Baramulla town under the AMRUT project.
The Minister assured the delegation that their issues would be addressed at the earliest. He directed the concerned field functionaries of the Jal Shakti Department to take immediate action on all the issues concerning them.... |
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| | Hakeem Yaseen Urges Robust Arrangements for Urs Celebrations of Shams Faqeer (RA) | | and Syed Soliha(RA) in Khansahib | |
Budgam, June 11 (Scoop News)- President Peoples Democratic Front (PDF) and former Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Hakeem Muhammad Yaseen, has made a fervent appeal to the administration to ensure comprehensive arrangements for the smooth and dignified observance of the annual Urs of Hazrat Shams Faqeer (RA) and Hazrat Syed Soliha (RA), both revered Sufi saints of the region.
The Urs of Hazrat Shams Faqeer (RA) will commence from June 17 at his revered shrine Astan-e-Alia located at Bagh-e-Shams, Kalshipura, Khansahib, while the Urs of Hazrat Syed Soliha (RA) is scheduled for June 21 in Khansahib area of central Kashmir’s Budgam district.
In a statement issued to the press, Hakeem Y... |
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| | “CPI(M) Pleads for the Restoration of Legitimate Constitutional Rights to the People of J&K” | | |
Srinagar, June 11 (Scoop News)--Presided over by the senior leader CPI(M),Ghulam Nabi Malik, the party organised a one-day Convention at Tagore Hall, Srinagar for the restoration of Legitimate Constitutional Right to the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
M.A.Baby, General Secretary CPI(M), Amra Ram, Bikash Ranjan Battacharya, Members of Parliament and M.Y.Tarigami, Member Centre Committee CPI(M) addressed the Convention.
While addressing the Convention, M.A.Babay lauded the role of Kashmiris for holding spontaneous protests over the gruesome killings of the unarmed tourists on 22.04.2025 at Pahalgam. Unity among the people is necessary to thwart the forces of disharmony in... |
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| | Karra reviews political, developmental activities in Central Shalteng constituency | | |
Srinagar, June 11 (Scoop News)-J&K Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) President Tariq Hameed Karra on Tuesday reviewed developmental and political activities in Central Shalteng Constituency at Srinagar Party Headquarter and received feedback with respect to various issues of public importance and resolved to address these on priority.
JKPCC President vowed to continue raising his voice for the inclusive development of both Jammu as well as Kashmir regions while slamming BJP Govt for failing people on all fronts.
JKPCC President Tariq Hameed Karra had called a review meeting of his constituency Central Shalteng at Srinagar Party headquarter wherein various issues concer... |
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