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| Crackdown on Illegal Mining: 02 FIRs Registered, 21 Vehicles Seized During the Week | | |
Srinagar, April 22 (Scoop News)- Continuing its sustained drive against illegal mining, Police in Budgam have intensified enforcement actions across the district during the current week.
As part of this drive, a total of 02 FIRs have been registered at Police Stations Charar-i-Sharief and Chadoora. Moreover, 21 vehicles involved in illegal extraction and transportation of minerals have been seized.
The seized vehicles include 14 tippers, 06 tractors, and 01 JCB, which were impounded from various areas of the district, including Humhama, Charar-i-Sharief, Pakherpora, Waterhail, Beerwah, and Gariend Kalan Soibugh. In addition to legal action, fines amounting to thousands of rupees hav... |
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| | Justice K K Gupta gets 1st Jandiyal Biradari Voter card | | 
Jammu,April 22 (Scoop News)-All Jandiyal Sabha's first Identity card cum Voter Card was presented to its Chief Patron, Justice ( Retd) K K Gupta today by the Secretary of the Card Committee Satish Jandiyal. Senior member, K B Jandial was also present on the occasion.
This initative was taken for the first time to pave way for an orderly and free & fair Biradari elections. About 300 such laminated cards have been printed while many more are in the process of printing. The last date for submitting application for these cards is 30th April, 2026. These card are being provided free of cost... |
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| | NC pays glowing tributes to Bodhraj Bali on his 24th death anniversary | | 
Jammu, April 21 (Scoop News)-Jammu and Kashmir National Conference on Tuesday paid glowing tributes to former minister and senior party leader Mr Bodh Raj Bali on his 24th death anniversary, describing him as a leader par excellence who devoted all his life in service of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
Leading the party cadre in paying floral tributes to Mr Bali, at a function held at Sher-e- Kashmir Bhavan Jammu here this morning, Provincial President Jammu Mr Rattan Lal Gupta highlighted the immense contribution of the veteran leader in the development and progress of Jammu and Ka... |
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| | Engaging Youth for Environmental Sustainability at IUST Earth Day Celebrations | | |
Awantipora, April 21 (Scoop News)-Leading up to the Earth Day celebrations, the Department of Geomatics, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), organised a painting competition on the theme “Our Power, Our Planet,” sponsored by the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India. The event aimed to promote environmental awareness and encourage creative engagement with issues of sustainability, climate action, and planetary well-being.
Students from various schools and educational institutions participated enthusiastically, using art to convey compelling messages on environmental conservation. The competition served as a vibrant platform for young minds to reflect on their... |
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| | Iltija Mufti Visits Ramban Victim’s Family | | Seeks Probe in Alleged Hate Crime Killing | |
Jammu, April 21 (Scoop News)-Iltija Mufti visited the family of 18-year-old Tanveer Chopan in Ramsoo and called for a thorough probe into the incident, demanding strict action and the arrest of all those involved.
Tanveer Chopan, the only brother of four sisters, reportedly fell victim to a brutal act of violence in the Ramsoo–Makarkot area of Ramban district. He was allegedly attacked by a group of local men, who have since been arrested by Jammu and Kashmir Police.
According to reports, Tanveer, a member of the Phardi community who reared cows for milk, was transporting a cow in a Tata Mobile vehicle to his home. He was allegedly targeted on suspicion related to this, leading to... |
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| | AIP Presses NHAI for Immediate Work on Khawaja Bagh–Khanpora Stretch | | |
Srinagar, April 21 (Scoop News)-Awami Itihaad Party AIP Chief Spokesperson Inam Un Nabi on Tuesday urged the National Highways Authority of India NHAI to take up immediate restoration of the Khawaja Bagh–Khanpora stretch in Baramulla which has remained in a dilapidated condition for years.
Inam Un Nabi said the absence of proper macadamization and reliance on repeated patchwork have failed to address the underlying damage making the road unsafe for commuters. He stated that potholes uneven surface and dust have severely disrupted the movement of vehicles and goods causing daily inconvenience to the public and losses to traders and businesses operating along the highway.
He added t... |
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| | J&K Police organises cultural festival with folk troupe performances in Pulwam | | |
Srinagar, April 21 (Scoop News)-J&K Police in Pulwama organised a Cultural Festival featuring traditional folk troupe performances in the district in memory of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, reflecting a spirit of cultural pride and community engagement.
The programme was held at Government Degree College for Women Pulwama, where students actively took part in various cultural activities and performances showcasing the rich heritage and traditions of the region. The Senior Superintendent of Police, Pulwama, Ms. Tanushree-IPS attended the event as the Chief Guest and appreciated the efforts of the organisers and participants. Th... |
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| | Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiya | | 11 drug peddlers arrested; contraband, vehicles seized | |
Srinagar, April 20 (Scoop News)- Continuing its sustained crackdown on drug trafficking under the ongoing 100-day Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan, J&K Police intensify enforcement drive, arresting 11 drug peddlers and seizing substantial contraband and cash in separate operations across the valley.
J&K Police in Anantnag arrested three drug peddlers in two separate operations. In the first operation, a police team from Police Station Bijbehara, during routine naka checking at Tulkhan Bridge, intercepted and apprehended one individual identified as Arif Ahmad Dar S/o Mohd Shaban Dar R/o Tulkhan Bijbehara. Upon search, 1.269 kilograms of charas powder was recovered from his possess... |
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| | CUKashmir holds Hindi Training Programme for employees | | |
Ganderbal, April 20 (Scoop News)- Under its Hindi training initiative, Rajbhasha Cell, Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) commenced the four-day “Personal Contact Programme” for the employees registered under various Hindi training programmes, at the Tulmulla campus here Monday.
Inaugurating the programme, Registrar, Dr. Nisar Ahmad Mir, appreciated the participation of representatives from multiple institutions and said, “such initiatives strengthen inter-institutional collaboration and provide a valuable platform for knowledge exchange.” He further said the programme has attracted participants from nearly six institutions, underscoring its regional significance.
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