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| CUK team bags first prize in Ideathon | | |
Srinagar, November 01 (Scoop News)- The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar on Friday officially launched its campus chapter of the Free and Open-Source Software (FOSS) initiative with a day-long event titled “FOSSConnect: The Open-Source Gallery Talk.”
The event marked a significant step toward integrating open-source learning, collaboration, and innovation within the institute’s academic and technical ecosystem.
The inaugural ceremony was attended by Prof. Mohammad Abid Bazaz, Dean Students’ Welfare; Dr. Shabir Ahmad Sofi, Head, Department of Information Technology; Er. Mustafa Zargar, Scientific/Technical Officer; and Mr. Vishal Arya, Program Director, FOSS United Fou... |
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| | ACB J&K Concludes Vigilance Awareness Week–2025 Focusing on Power Development Sector | | nd Reinforcing Collective Responsibility Against Corruption | |
Srinagar, November 01 (Scoop News)-Culminating almost a week-long campaign for National Observance of Vigilance Awareness Week-2025, themed “Vigilance: Our Shared Responsibility”the Ant-Corruption Bureau J&K, on 01-11-2025, as part of anunswervingdepartmental and public outreached program,conducted vigilance awareness programs across the Union Territory of J&K, focusing on Jammu & Kashmir Power Development and sister concerned Transmission and Distribution Corporations. It was emphasized that the power development and distribution sector, being a highly revenue-intensive and public-facing utility, necessitated a profound and persistent emphasis on vigilance awareness to combat pervasive c... |
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| | J&K Police arrests absconder evading law for over two decades in Pulwama | | |
Srinagar, November 01 (Scoop News)- Continuing its special drive against absconders, J&K Police arrested an absconder who had been evading arrest for the last 23 years.
The accused has been identified as Bashir Ahmad Mir, son of Mohd Ashan Mir, resident of Wathoo, Shopian. He was wanted in Case FIR No. 28/2002 under sections 366, 376, and 109 RPC of Police Station Rajpora. Acting on specific information, a special team from Police Station Rajpora conducted an operation and apprehended the accused after decades of evasion. After completing all legal formalities, the accused was produced before the Hon’ble Court of Law.
J&K Police reiterates its resolve to continue its relentless pu... |
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| | Provide Safe Transport Demands DUJ | | | New Delhi, November 01 (Scoop News)-The news of a blatant late night attack on a woman journalist returning home from work has come as a shock to Delhi's journalist community.
The Delhi Union of Journalists strongly condemns this incident.
The journalist was driving home alone past midnight from her workplace in NOIDA to her home in Vasant Kunj. She was followed by two men on a bike. Not content with merely chasing her they broke her rear windscreen and a window when she stopped at a red light. She was able to save herself only because she kept driving and stopped for help at a taxi stand.
We salute her courage in keeping her head, taking a video of the men and calling ... |
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| | JKUPSA Delegation Meets Secretary School Education Ram Niwas Sharma | | |
Srinagar, November 01 (Scoop News)-A delegation of the Jammu Kashmir Unaided Private Schools Association (JKUPSA), led by its President Showkat Chowdhary, met with Ram Niwas Sharma (IAS), Secretary, J&K School Education Department at the Civil Secretariat, Srinagar, to discuss several long-pending issues affecting private schools across the Union Territory.
The delegation comprised Iqbal Beigh, Suhail Jan and Javaid Iqbal, along with representatives from some private schools. From the government side, the meeting was attended by Ghulam Rasool Mir, Special Secretary, School Education; Syed Ahmad Kataria, Additional Secretary, School Education; Kulbhushan Kumar, Director Finance (SED);... |
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| | LG inaugurates 200-Bedded Hospital, Amandeep BR Medicity | | in collaboration with Ujala Cygnus Healthcare at Srinagar | 
Srinagar, November 01 (Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today called for a strong collaboration between the public and private sectors to improve health outcomes and ensure access to quality healthcare for all. He was speaking at the inauguration of 200-Bedded Hospital, Amandeep BR Medicity, in collaboration with Ujala Cygnus Healthcare, at Tengpora-Bemina Bypass, Srinagar. The hospital, equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure and advanced medical technology, will provide quality healthcare.
The Lieutenant Governor highlighted that in a very short span of time s... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor Addresses SKUAST-Kashmir's Student Induction Programme | | We must sprint ahead in agriculture and allied sectors to fuel India's growth story: LG Sinha | 
Srinagar, October 31 (Scoop News)-"We must sprint ahead in agriculture and allied sectors to fuel India's growth story," the Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha said on Friday. He said to build a developed India, our prime objective should be to achieve a consistent 5% annual growth rate.
The Lieutenant Governor highlighted the need for cultivating change in agriculture education to ensure sustainable practices in future.
"Educational institutions like SKUAST should focus on AI-powered farming and diversification into high-value crops with strategic planning to boost productivity an... |
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| | Speaker assures action against the defaulter over misleading video | | 
Srinagar, October 31 (Scoop News)-Legislative Assembly, Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather today said that action will be taken against the defaulter in connection with the issue raised over a misleading video shared online involving MLA Javid Mirchal.
“I assure the House that appropriate action will be taken against the defaulter,” Speaker said.
The Speaker’s remarks came after MLA Javid Mirchal raised the issue, clarifying that a video of him shared yesterday was misleading and taken out of context.
“The video was shared out of context. I couldn’t sleep the entire night due to the har... |
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| | LG Administers ‘Unity Pledge’ to officers, staffof Raj Bhawan | | 
Srinagar, October 31 (Scoop News)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha administered Unity Pledge to the officers and staff of Raj Bhawan, on the occasion of ‘Rashtriya Ekta Diwas’.
The Lieutenant Governor paid tributes to the Iron Man of India, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his 150th birth anniversary. He has urged the people to work with dedication for an Aatmanirbhar and developed India.
In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor has said:
“Administered the Unity Pledge to Raj Bhawan officers and staff and paid tributes to the Iron Man of India, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on his 150t... |
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| | CUKashmir celebrates 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Patel under Sardar@150 initiative | | CUKashmir’s Deptt of Economics holds field visit for students | |
Ganderbal, October 31 (Scoop News)-Central University of Kashmir (CUK), in collaboration with My Bharat, Srinagar, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India, celebrated the 150th Birth Anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel under the banner “Sardar@150 Celebration” at Tulmulla here on Friday.
The event was organized to commemorate the life, contributions, and vision of the “Iron Man of India,” and to inspire the youth to uphold his ideals of unity, integrity, and nation-building.
Mr. Jatin Kishore (IAS), Deputy Commissioner, Ganderbal, who was the chief guest spoke about the pivotal role played by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in unifying the nation. He reflected on Pate... |
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| | LA passes Cooperative Societies Amendment Bill | | |
Srinagar, October 30 (Scoop News)- The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly today passed the Jammu and Kashmir Cooperative Societies Amendment Bill, 2025 in the Legislative Assembly.
The Bill was moved in the House by Minister for Cooperative, Javid Ahmad Dar.
“A Bill to amend the Jammu and Kashmir Cooperative Societies Act, 1989 (Act No. XVII of 1989) (L.A. Bill No. 7 of 2025),” reads the Bill passed by the House.
The Bill was passed by the House through a voice vote.
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| | LA passes Shops and Establishments Amendment Bill | | |
Srinagar, October 30 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly today passed the “Jammu and Kashmir Shops and Establishments (Licensing, Regulation of Employment and Conditions of Service) Amendment Bill, 2025”.
The Bill was moved in the House by Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Kumar Choudhary.
“A Bill to amend and consolidate the laws relating to regulation of employment and other conditions of service of workers employed in shops and establishments and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto. (L.A. Bill No. 6 of 2025),” reads the Bill passed in the House.
The Bill was passed by the House through a voice vote.
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| | BJP Will Expose Corruption of NC Govt, Demands CBI Inquiry: Sunil Sharma | | |
Srinagar, October 30 (Scoop News)-Leader of Opposition in Jammu & Kashmir, Shri Sunil Sharma, launched a strong attack on the National Conference (NC) government, accusing it of deceiving the people through false promises and indulging in massive corruption.
He said that while Omar Abdullah and his government promised ration, electricity, and gas cylinders, what they actually delivered were crores in corruption and neglect of the poor. “The people of Jammu & Kashmir waited for relief and development, but were betrayed by a government that prioritized its own interests over public welfare,” Sharma said.
The Leader of Opposition announced that the BJP will expose every scam committed ... |
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| | Omar Abdullah Should Resign on Moral Grounds: LoP Sunil Sharma | | |
Srinagar, October 29 (Scoop News)-Leader of Opposition in Jammu & Kashmir, Shri Sunil Sharma, has strongly condemned the recent behavior of certain leaders during the ongoing Assembly session, asserting that Chief Minister Omar Abdullah should resign on moral grounds.
Shri Sharma stated that the Deputy Chief Minister’s conduct in the Assembly resembled that of a performer rather than a responsible legislator, which, he said, is unbecoming of the dignity and decorum expected from someone holding such a high constitutional office. He added that such dramatics undermine the sanctity of the House and distract from the real issues concerning the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
Further, Sh... |
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| | CUKashmir observes ‘World Stroke Day’ with awareness lecture, health check-up | | |
Ganderbal, October 29 (Scoop News)-Dean Students Welfare (DSW) and Health Centre, Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) in collaboration with the Directorate of Health Services, Kashmir, with active support from Sun Pharma and Save Brain Initiative, Wednesday observed ‘World Stroke Day’ with a one-day health check-up and lecture session themed “Every Minute Counts” at Tulmulla campus.
The event was organised with an aim to raise awareness about stroke, its causes, prevention, and the importance of timely medical intervention to save lives and reduce disability. In the health check-up camp, university students, staff, and faculty availed consultation from Dr. Showkat Hassan, noted... |
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| | NCDC Core Committee Discusses Disaster Preparedness and Precautionary Measures | | |
Srinagar, October 29 (Scoop News)-The National Child Development Council (NCDC) core committee convened an online meeting to discuss the importance of disaster preparedness and preventive measures during natural calamities such as cyclones, floods, and storms. The session was chaired by senior members of the Council, who focused on raising awareness, improving government coordination, and educating the public on safety precautions.
NCDC core committee member Anandi began the discussion, and highlighted the ongoing cyclonic conditions in Tamil Nadu and emphasized the urgent need for public awareness and precautionary action before such calamities strike. “If the people are informed earl... |
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| | Embodying the Theme ‘Vigilance: Our Shared Responsibility,’ :ACB | | |
Srinagar, October 29 (Scoop News)-continuing the National Observance of Vigilance Awareness Week 2025, themed “Vigilance: Our Shared Responsibility,” the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), Jammu and Kashmir, on 29-10-2025, steered a sequence of vigilance awareness programs, across the Union Territory, which is part of Bureau’s initiative for departmental and public outreach efforts to foster honesty, transparency, and good governance, with a focused engagement involving the Department of Rural Development, the Department of Mining, and the Irrigation and Flood Control Department.
Programs were effectively held at several key locations with venues at Panchayat Bhawan Bahu Plaza Jammu, PWD... |
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| | BJP to hold Unity Marches at District level on 31 October across J&K: Baldev Singh | | |
Jammu, October 29 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP will hold Unity Marches across all districts on October 31 under the “Sardar@150 – Unity March” to commemorate Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s 150th birth anniversary. J&K BJP President & MP (Rajya Sabha) Sat Sharma (CA) will join the Jammu March, while Baldev Singh Billawaria, General Secretary and programme Incharge, appealed to people to participate in their respective districts to honour Sardar Patel’s legacy.
Baldev Billawaria accompanied by Dr. Pardeep Mahotra, J&K BJP Media Incharge, and Anil Masoom, District Convenor of the programme, was addressing a press conference at J&K BJP headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu.
While addressing the medi... |
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| | BJP’s development vision and people’s trust will ensure record victory in Nagrota: Sat Sharma | | |
Mathwar, Nagrota, October 29 (Scoop News)-Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Jammu & Kashmir President and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), Sat Sharma (CA), conducted an extensive tour of the election-bound Nagrota Assembly Constituency and chaired a meeting of party activists and prominent locals at Village Agora, Mathwar Mandal, to strategize for the upcoming by-election.
The meeting organized by KD Singh, witnessed the participation of District Prabhari Ayodhya Gupta, Spokesperson Zorawar Singh Jamwal, Ravinder Singh, Sanjeev Singh, Babishan Singh, Rajdev Singh, Kuljeet Singh, Mandal President Anjali Sharma, senior party leaders, and numerous enthusiastic locals who reaffirmed the... |
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| | Degree College Zakura hosts Lecture on Artificial Intelligence | | |
Srinagar, October 29 (Scoop News)-The ICT Committee of the Government Degree College Zakura , in a strategic collaboration with the Human Resource Development (HRD) Cell of the college, successfully organized an invited expert lecture on Artificial Intelligence (AI) today. The “Intelligence Redefined: How AI is Reshaping Education, Research, and Innovation” event featured an illuminating session by Dr. Bilal Maqbool Beigh, drawing a significant gathering of faculty members and students.
The program was inaugurated by the event coordinator, Prof. Qurat Ul Ain, who also serves as the Convenor of the ICT Committee. In her opening address, she welcomed the attendees, stating, “It i... |
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