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J&K Police accords warm send-off to 03 officers on their superannuation in Ganderbal
Srinagar, March 31 (Scoop News)-J&K Police accorded a warm and respectful farewell to 03 police officers on the occasion of their superannuation in Ganderbal. Police accorded a warm send-off to 03 Police officers after organising an impressive function for Sub-Inspector, Head Constable and Follower on their retirement at Conference Hall, DPO Ganderbal. Upon attaining the age of superannuation, the Police officers were bid farewell today by SSP Ganderbal Shri Khalil Ahmad Poswal-JKPS and other senior Police Officers of the district. On this occasion, SSP Ganderbal and other senior officers appreciated the work and dedication of the retiring officers and extended their best wishes t...

Anti-Corruption Court Convicts accused and others for fraudulent appointment
in government service
Srinagar, March 31 (Scoop News)-In a significant verdict reinforcing the commitment to combat corruption, the Hon’ble Special Judge Anti-Corruption Court Pulwama, Dr. Noor Mohamad Mir, convicted 1. Ghulam Mohammad Sheikh S/O Assad Sheikh R/O Dadsar Tral, 2. Bashir Ahmad Shah S/O Wali Mohd Shah R/O Dadsar Tral, 3. Syed Showkeen Andrabi S/O Syed Sharief Andrabi R/O Chandgam Nownagri Pulwama, 4. Mohammad Ashraf Khan S/O Ab. Aziz Khan R/O Naina, Batpora and 5. Hamida Akhter D/o Ghulam Ahmad Salroo R/O Bijbehara accused in Criminal Case titled “State of J&K (Now UT of J&K) through P/S VOK (Now ACB) V/S Assad Ullah Lone and Ors”, covered by Case FIR No. 110/1998 U/S 5(2) read with 5(1)(d) o...

NIT Srinagar secures patent for AI-IoT Based Smart Hamaam system
Srinagar, March 31 (Scoop News)- In a major technological breakthrough, the National Institute of Technology Srinagar has secured a patent for an innovative system aimed at modernising the traditional Hamaam through artificial intelligence and Internet of Things (IoT)-based automation. The patented invention, titled “An Automated Temperature Control System for Underfloor Heating,” has been developed by Dr. Saniya Zahoor, Dr. Shabir A. Sofi, and Syed Farmaan Ali from the Department of Information Technology and Engineering. Traditional Hamaam, widely used in Kashmir and other cold regi...

ICSS, IUST Organizes Religio-Historical Visit in Srinagar
Awantipora,March 31 (Scoop News)- The International Centre for Spiritual Studies (ICSS), Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), organized an exposure visit aimed to enhance the students’ understanding of Kashmir’s rich spiritual and cultural heritage. The students visited several important sites of religio-historical significance in Srinagar, including Aali Masjid, Eidgāh, the shrine of Sayyid Sharaf al-Dīn ʿAbd al-Raḥmān (Bulbul Shāh) RA, the tomb of Sulṭān Ṣadr al-Dīn (Rinchin Shāh), the shrine of Shaykh Yaʿqūb Ṣarfī RA, Baytul Meeraas, and Dargāh Ḥaḍratbal. The visit provided students with an immersive engagement with the lives, teachings, and enduring legacy of...

DC Srinagar Inspects newly constructed hostel for wards of ex-servicemen/martyrs at Peerbagh
Srinagar, March 30 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo on Monday conducted an inspection visit to the newly constructed hostel for wards of ex-servicemen and martyrs at Peerbagh, Srinagar During the visit, the DC was accompanied by several senior officials, including Director Sainik Welfare Pankaj Chib, Additional Deputy Commissioner Mir Imtiyaz Ul Aziz, Chief Planning Officer Fayaz Ahmad Dar, District Social Welfare Officer Dr Mukhtar Ahmad, Executive Engineer R&B Khalid Mehmood, Tehsildar Chanpora Kifayat Hussain and Zila Sainik Welfare Officer Farooq Fareed, Rashid War among others. On the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner reviewed the overall facilitie...

Ashok Koul emphasizes discipline, service spirit at BJP training camp in Kupwara
Kupwara, March 30 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, addressed party workers during the Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay Training Camp held in Langate constituency of Handwara in District Kupwara. BJP National Executive member Ghulam Mohmmad Mir, J&K BJP Secretary Mudasir Wani, Media Incharge Kashmir Adv Sajid Yousuf Shah, District President Kupwara Mohmmad Rafiq Shah, Shabir Zarger, Javaid Qureshi, Mohd Shafi, Rasheed Zarger, Constituency President Langate were also present. Addressing the party leaders, Ashok Koul emphasized that the Prashikshan Abhiyan is a v...

IUST Hosts Alumni Entrepreneurs Conclave to Strengthen Alumni Engagement
Awantipora, March 30 (Scoop News)- The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) today organized its first-ever Alumni Entrepreneurs Meet under the University Alumni Connect initiative conducted under the aegis of Dean Outreach, marking a significant step towards strengthening structured engagement with its alumni community. The event witnessed the participation of more than 30 alumni entrepreneurs from diverse sectors, reflecting the growing spirit of innovation and enterprise among IUST graduates. The Conclave is envisioned as a regular platform to expand and strengthen ...

Waheed Para’s Sheikh-ul-Alam University Bill Rejected by J&K Government
Srinagar, March 30 (Scoop News)-The proposed Sheikh-ul-Alam University Bill for Pulwama (Bill No. 9 of 2025)—tabled in the Assembly by Pulwama MLA Waheed Para to establish the region’s first private university—was rejected by the government. Led by Education Minister Sakina Itoo, the J&K government turned down the bill despite persistent appeals and mounting pressure from Waheed Para to have it taken up for consideration. In the decisive moment, NC MLAs voted against the proposal, sealing its fate and halting what could have been a landmark step for higher education in Pulwama. ...

IUST Organizes Plantation Drive at Charar-i-Sharief
Awantipora, March 29 (Scoop News)-In continuation of Plantation Week celebrations, the Islamic University of Science & Technology organized a plantation drive at Alamdar Memorial College of Nursing & Medical Technology under the theme Donate, Plant or Own a Tree. The programme was conducted in collaboration with the Jammu and Kashmir Forest Department (DFO Budgam) and supported by the Dean Outreach Office, IUST. The drive witnessed active participation from the college administration, faculty, students, and officials from both IUST and the Forest Department. The initiative aimed at enhancing green cover, promoting biodiversity conservation, and contributing to campus beautificati...

Cursor Hackathon Kashmir concludes at NIT Srinagar
125 teams participated, 15 reached final round
Srinagar, March 29 (Scoop News)-The two-day Cursor Hackathon Kashmir concluded at National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, drawing strong participation and showcasing innovative, real-world tech solutions developed by young innovators. A total of 125 teams participated on Day 1, submitting projects after intensive ideation and development cycles. The event stood out for its inclusivity, with participation from an 11-year-old innovator, underscoring growing grassroots engagement in the technology space. Following a rigorous screening process, 15 teams were shortlisted for the f...

J&K ACB traps and arrests Executive Engineer Jal Shakti (PHE) Mechanical Division
South Awantipora for demanding and accepting bribe of ₹12,000
Srinagar, March 28 (Scoop News)- J&K Anti Corrupting Bureau received a written complaint to the effect that Executive Engineer Jal Shakti (PHE) Mechanical Division South Awantipora namely Manzoor Ahmad Dar is demanding a bribe of ₹20,000 from him for clearing of Bills on account of Annual Maintenance Contract (AMC) works carried out by him at the said PHE Mechanical Division, out of which the complainant has earlier paid an amount of ₹8000 to the suspect and the remaining amount of ₹12000 was to be paid after the clearance of the bills. The complainant chose not to pay bribe and instead approached Anti Corruption Bureau for taking legal action against the said Executive Engineer as...

Police Solves Two Theft Cases In Awantipora; Accused Arrested
Stolen Property Recovered
Srinagar, March 28 (Scoop News)- Police solved two thefts cases in Awantipora by arresting two accused persons involved in the commission of crime and recovered stolen property from their possession. During the course of investigation of case FIR No. 62/2026 and 67/2026 of Police Station Awantipora, a police party led by SHO PS Awantipora along with IC PP Toll Plaza, employed modern investigative techniques, including examination and analysis of CCTV footage from multiple locations. These efforts led to the identification and subsequent arrest of two accused persons identified as Mohd Lateef Pathan son of Mohd Ali Pathan resident of Lanilab Mujhpathri, Khansahib, Budgam and Sahil Ni...

Police remains committed to curbing illegal activities and safeguarding natural resources
Srinagar, March 28 (Scoop News)- In a continued effort to combat drug abuse and raise awareness among the public, Police organised a Drug Awareness Rally in Anantnag. The rally commenced from Wazir Bagh Anantnag, proceeded to Lal Chowk Anantnag, and culminated back at Wazir Bagh. The rally witnessed enthusiastic participation from students of various schools across District Anantnag, members of civil society, and senior police officers and officials. Participants carried placards and raised slogans highlighting the harmful effects of drug abuse and the importance of a drug-free society. Senior officers of Police, while addressing the participants, emphasized the growing concern of...

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