Friday, November 13, 2026
 
 Top Stories of The Day
Public representatives, delegations, students call on CM Omar Abdullah at Civil Secretariat
Jammu,November 12 (Scoop News)-Several delegations, public representatives and school students today called on Chief Minister Omar Abdullah at the Civil Secretariat here and apprised him of various developmental issues, community concerns and matters pertaining to their respective constituencies. MLA Anantnag West Abdul Majeed Bhat (Larmi), MLA Samba Surjeet Singh Slathia and MLA Gulmarg Pirzada Farooq Ahmad Shah separately called on the Chief Minister and discussed ongoing developmental works, public welfare concerns and other important issues concerning their respective constituencies. The Chief Minister gave a patient hearing to the visiting public representatives and delegations and assured them that their genuine demands and developmental concerns would be examined and addressed on priority. Director, Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Prof. (Dr.) M. A...
 
 
 Top Stories of the Day
CM stresses need for comprehensive reforms to ensure a foolproof, transparent
Chairs meeting with members of High-Powered Task Force on Examination Reforms
Jammu, November 12 (Scoop News)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today called for comprehensive reforms in the examination system in Jammu and Kashmir. He stressed the need to make examinations secure, transparent, technology-driven and as foolproof as humanly possible to safeguard the future of students and ensure that merit remains the sole criterion for selection. Chairing a meeting with members of the High-Powered Task Force (HPTF) on Examination Reforms at the Civil Secretariat here, the Chief Minister emphasised the importance of strengthening examination security, gradually transit...

Lieutenant Governor Addresses National Seminar on Revival
Preservation and Sustainability of Kashmir’s Cultural Heritage
Srinagar, November 12 (Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today addressed a two-day National Seminar on “Revival, Preservation and Sustainability of Cultural Heritage of Kashmir,” organised by Kakini Building Humanity. The event was also graced by Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Union Minister of Culture and Tourism, through virtual mode. Congratulating the organisers, scholars, administrators, artists, ex-servicemen, military officers and citizens participating in the seminar, the Lieutenant Governor said that heritage is a priceless inheritance received from genera...

Lieutenant Governor Inaugurates Four Infrastructure Facilities at SKUAST-Kashmir
Calls for Farmer-Centric Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Smart Agriculture
Srinagar, November 11 (Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today inaugurated 4 key infrastructure facilities at SKUAST-Kashmir and emphasised the crucial role of agricultural universities in delivering practical solutions to challenges related to food security, sustainable agriculture and rural development. Addressing the gathering, the Lieutenant Governor said that agricultural universities are unique institutions where concerns and aspirations linked to a nation’s food security can be transformed into concrete solutions. He noted that the four facilities inaugurated t...

Div Com Reviews Progress of Ongoing Works at Mubarak Mandi Complex
Jammu, November 10 (Scoop News)- Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Vikas Kundal, today chaired a meeting to review the progress of ongoing projects at the Mubarak Mandi Heritage Complex. During the meeting, Divisional Commissioner reviewed the status of various heritage conservation projects, including the restoration of Darbar Hall, Raja Ram Singh Palace, Raja Amar Singh Palace, Dogra Art Museum and other historic structures. He took stock of the physical and financial progress of the ongoing works. The meeting also discussed key developmental projects aimed at improving accessibility a...

 
 Ladakh News
General and Expenditure Observers Review Election Preparedness for MC Elections 2026
in Leh.
Leh,November 12 (Scoop News)-The General Observer and the Expenditure Observer for the Municipal Committee (MC) Elections, 2026, Leh, held a meeting with all the Returning Officers (ROs) of Municipal Committee, Leh, at the Conference Hall of the Office of the Chief Electoral Officer, Old Raj Niwas, Karzoo, Leh. The meeting was held to review election preparedness and other related arrangements for the forthcoming elections. Mr. Tsering Paldan, JKAS, Director, School Education, the General Observer for the MC Elections, chaired the meeting in the presence of Ms. Stanzin Donsal, Director, Finance, the Expenditure Observer for the MC Elections, 2026. Mr. Paldan briefed the Returning Of...

DC / DEO Sham Chairs Meeting with Nambardars
Regarding Upcoming LAHDC Council Election 2026
Khaltsi, November 11 (Scoop News)-The Deputy Commissioner, / District Election Officer, Sham, Smt. Kunzes Angmo (JKAS), today chaired a meeting regarding the upcoming LAHDC Council Election 2026 at the Conference Hall of the DC Office, Sham. During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner discussed the election schedule and apprised the participants about the important dates and timelines for the forthcoming general elections to the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC). The election schedule is as follows: - November 17, 2026: Last date for filing nominations. - November 18, 2026: Scrutiny of nominations. - November 20, 2026: Last date for withdrawal of candidature. -...

Chief Secretary Ladakh Calls for active public participation in upcoming elections
assures stakeholder consultations on key policy matters
Leh, November 10 (Scoop News)-The Chief Secretary, Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, IAS addressed a press conference to brief the media on the forthcoming Panchayat, Municipal Council and Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) elections, besides addressing key policy matters concerning the Excise Policy and Nautor Land Regulations. Extending Diwali greetings to the people of Ladakh, the Chief Secretary informed that Panchayat elections and elections to the Leh and Kargil Municipal Councils will be held on November 21, as announced by the respective electoral aut...

DIET Leh Commences Three-Day School Health and Wellness Programme for School Health Ambassadors
Leh,November 10 (Scoop News)-The District Institute of Education and Training (DIET) Leh in collaboration with Health Department Leh, today commenced a three-day orientation programme under the Ayushman Bharat – School Health and Wellness Programme (AB-SHWP) for designated School Health and Wellness Ambassadors from different educational zones of Leh District. The programme is being conducted at DIET Leh in two batches, with approximately 95 participants taking part in the training along with zone adolescent councillors and DEO from different zone. The programme is a joint initiative of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare and the Ministry of Education, Government of India, ...

CWSN School Kargil Extends Diwali Greetings to Deputy Commissioner
Kargil, November 09 (Scoop News)-On the auspicious occasion of Diwali, the staff and students of Children With Special Needs (CWSN) School, Kargil, extended warm festive greetings to Deputy Commissioner Kargil, Rakesh Kumar (IAS). During the interaction, the school fraternity expressed gratitude to the Deputy Commissioner for his visionary initiative in establishing a dedicated school for Children with Special Needs (CWSN) in Kargil, providing them with better opportunities for education, inclusion and overall development. The Deputy Commissioner warmly interacted with the students and appreciated their efforts. He also assured continued support and cooperation for the welfare and d...

Indian Air Force IL-76MD has scripted history with a successful landing at Nyoma
13,629 Feet. A New Height in N Aviation History
New Delhi, November 07 (Scoop News)-An Indian Air Force IL-76MD has scripted history with a successful landing at Nyoma, marking the highest-altitude landing ever achieved by the aircraft anywhere in the world. A remarkable demonstration of the aircraft’s enduring capability, backed by the exceptional skill, precision, and professionalism of its crew. A milestone that reinforces India’s strategic airlift capability. Pushing boundaries. Redefining limits. Making history. ...

DC Kargil Rakesh Kumar Assumes Additional Charge as DC Drass
Drass, November 06 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner Kargil, Shri Rakesh Kumar (IAS), today assumed the additional charge of Deputy Commissioner, Drass, while continuing to serve as Deputy Commissioner Kargil. Upon his arrival, he was warmly welcomed by senior officers and officials of the District Administration. Those present included Superintendent of Police Drass, Kacho Ishtiyaq (JKPS), SDM Drass, Vishal Atri, Planning Officer Drass, SHO Drass, BDO Drass; BDO Bhimbat; and other officers and officials. After assuming charge, the Deputy Commissioner interacted with the officers and reviewed various administrative matters, with particular focus on staff attendance, inter-departmenta...

Draw of Lots for Rotation of Women-Reserved Constituencies in LAHDC Zanskar Held
Zanskar, November 06 (Scoop News)-The Office of the District Election Officer, Zanskar, under the supervision of Deputy Commissioner and District Election Officer, Zanskar, Sh. Omkar Rajendra Gundage (IAS), conducted the Draw of Lots for the rotation of constituencies to be reserved for women in the upcoming General Elections to the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Zanskar, today at Government Degree College (GDC), Zanskar. The draw was conducted in pursuance of Rule 3(6) of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Councils (Election) Rules, 2026, and in compliance with the directions of the State Election Commission, UT Ladakh. The exercise aimed to ensure a fair, ...

 
 Debate
Stage Set for Next Phase of War against Iran?
Stage Set for Next Phase of War against Iran? Asad Mirza Israeli and American remarks in New York signal an emphasis on readiness and deterrence, not a publicly announced decision to attack Iran. Read together, they point to a volatile mix of military preparation, diplomatic pressure and regional risk, with consequences extending beyond the Middle East to energy security, shipping and India’s strategic balancing. Israeli-American preparations for a possible renewed war with Iran are intensifying, as reports say Benjamin Netanyahu has called Donald Trump daily in recent days urging renewed strikes, while Washington weighs diplomacy and pressure. Remarks at the Israel Hayom...

Israel’s Election: Power at the Brink
Asad Mirza Israel’s October 27 vote is a referendum on leadership after three years of war, but its consequences reach far beyond the ballot: from Gaza’s future to Iran, Washington and regional stability. Benjamin Netanyahu’s political strength rests on a potent argument: that Israel faces existential threats and that he alone has the experience and resolve to confront them. He has presented the wars involving Gaza, Lebanon and Iran as evidence that his government has weakened Israel’s adversaries. For voters whose overriding concern is security, that record can outweigh...

Tactical Weaponization of Tiranga: Shield or Patriotism?
Straight Talk
K. B. Jandial The Cockroach Janata Party’s “Lehra Do Tiranga" march at Connaught Place on 16th October has triggered a debate on use of the National Flag as an emotional shield against administrative action. The authorities on the ground face a catch-22 situation- if they stop or detain the agitators carrying the Tricolour marching in violation of prohibitory orders, they are criticised for penalising people “for waving the Tiranga.” And if they didn’t, they will be failing in their duty in enforcing law and order, and can be hauled up for dereliction of duties. This dynamic wa...

Never Forget, Never Forgive, Never Again
By Kuldeep Raina A Note on the Global Jihad, the Genocide of Kashmiri Pandits, and the Lessons for Our Future : I. The Genocide of 1990 The Kashmiri Pandits , the original inhabitants of the Kashmir Valley, with a civilizational presence stretching back thousands of years, were driven out of their homeland in 1990. It began with the targeted killings of prominent community members, hit lists pasted on doors, and threatening slogans blared from mosques. Within months, nearly the entire community. Lakhs of people fled the Valley, abandoning homes, temples, orchards, land, an...

Panun Kashmir: The Unaddressed National Imperative
SANKALP
By Kuldeep Raina For nearly four decades, the greatest human tragedy of the subcontinent has remained unaddressed. The continued genocide, forced exodus and persecution of the indigenous people of the Kashmir Valley, the Kashmiri Pandits, has been put under the carpet by successive governments. This has happened in a country that prides itself on being the largest democracy and a sovereign, socialist, secular republic. The question is fundamental: how can a nation ignore its own people when their very survival is at stake? Instead of treating this as a pressing national issue,...

US’s Russia Sanctions Threatens India Unduly
Asad Mirza India’s warning over Washington’s Russia sanctions law is more than a tariff dispute. It is a defence of strategic autonomy, energy security, and the right to conduct foreign policy without extraterritorial coercion. China’s guarded response shows a larger contest: who sets Asia’s economic choices as war, trade, and oil converge. The United States has moved closer to turning its Russia policy into a broad instrument of economic coercion. The US House of Representatives has approved the “Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026”, legislation that gives President Donald Trump powers to impose tariffs of up to 100 per cent on countries buying Russian oi...

Karm Kanda as the mechanism through which collective memory sustains Panun Kashmir
By Kuldeep Raina FROM BALIDAN TO SANKALP: Spirituality, Karm Kanda and the Sustenance of Panun Kashmir Exile as Tapasya Memory as Sanskar Sankalp as Dharma A political movement may be born from circumstances, but it survives only when its purpose becomes part of the collective consciousness of its people. This is the deeper significance of Panun Kashmir. The movement emerged from the rupture of 1990, but its continuity cannot depend solely upon those who witnessed the Exodus. A struggle that extends across generations requires more than political resolutions and o...

Setting the Agenda: India’s Leadership at the 18th BRICS Summit
Asad Mirza As Xi and Putin land in Delhi for BRICS 2026, India juggles a China thaw, a Russia bear-hug, an Egypt embrace, a Congress civil war over “tangible benefits”, and a Middle East on fire - all under one roof at Bharat Mandapam. New Delhi is hosting the 18th BRICS Summit at a combustible moment - Xi Jinping’s first India visit in seven years, Putin’s fresh arrival, a Congress spat over BRICS’s worth, and an unresolved Iran war threatening the joint declaration PM Modi desperately wants. After chairing the grouping three times before, India is hosting its fourth BRICS pre...

 Jammu News
Sagar assures resolution of Public Grievances, Addresses concerns of Patwari Association
Jammu, November 12 (Scoop News)- Minister for Revenue, Relief, Power Development Department (PDD), Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction (DMRRR), and Elections, Ali Mohammad Sagar, today held an extensive interaction with representatives of the All Jammu and Kashmir Patwari Association and several other deputations, during which he reviewed issues concerning the Revenue Department, besides taking up various public grievances and demands raised by the visiting delegations. During the meeting, the delegation apprised the Minister of various service-related, administrative and operational issues affecting the Patwari cadre. They also highlighted the challenges fac...

Agriculture Department Jammu organises 2-Day Seminar on Makhana cultivation
Jammu, November 12 (Scoop News)-The Department of Agriculture Production & Farmers Welfare Jammu today organised a two-day seminar on Makhana Cultivation here at Baba Jitto Kisan Kendra Talab Tillo. The orientation focused on promoting Makhana as a high-value crop and sensitising departmental officers and officials about its scientific cultivation, production techniques, value addition and income-generation potential. Around 50 officials from Jammu, Samba and Kathua districts are taking part in the seminar. The seminar was inaugurated by Joint Director (Extension) Suresh Kumar Khajuria in the presence of Chief Agriculture Officer Manohar Lal Sharma; Agriculture Economist, Tilak Raj...

Group of 70 Kishtwar farmers leave for exposure visit to Kashmir Valley
DC flags off 5-day tour Jammu, Srinagar, November 11 (Scoop News)-
Kishtwar, November 11 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar Pankaj Kumar Sharma today flagged off a group of 70 farmers drawn from different Horticulture Zones of District Kishtwar for a 5-day Training/Exposure Visit to Kashmir Valley. The tour has been sponsored under the Human Resource Development (HRD) component of the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH) and the Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA). During the 5-day Training/Exposure Visit, the farmers shall be taken to SKUAST-K Shalimar Campus; Central Institute of Temperate Horticulture Rangreth; Centre of Excellence Zahoora and Grape Farm Kral Bagh Ganderbal, to gain practical exposure to a...

Sat Sharma condemns Kulgam terror attack
says Pakistan resorting to terrorism to divert attention from its failures
Jammu, November 11 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma (CA) strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Kulgam, declaring that terrorism and those sponsoring it will face an uncompromising response from India. He said that Pakistan, unable to overcome its own failures and mounting internal crises, is desperately using terrorism to divert the attention of the international community. However, such desperate designs will never weaken India's resolve or intimidate its people. Sat Sharma asserted that under the strong leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, there would be no tolerance for terrorism, no safe haven for terrorists and no escape for those threatenin...

NC’s Advisory Groups Meant to Silence Dissent, Not Improve Governance: Sunil Sharma
Jammu, November 11 (Scoop News)-Leader of Opposition (LoP), in J&K Assembly Sunil Sharma strongly criticized the National Conference Government’s decision to constitute informal advisory groups of its MLAs, describing the move as an attempt to contain internal dissent within the party rather than introduce any meaningful mechanism for better governance. Questioning the authority behind the arrangement, Sharma said, “Dr Farooq Abdullah holds no constitutional or governmental office. On what authority is a party president directing Ministers of an elected Government to report to party-level groups? This clearly exposes the reality that the Government is being run from Gupkar rather than ...

BJP MLAs meet Omar Abdullah, demand ₹15 Lakh relief per shop for fire-hit traders
Jammu, November 10 (Scoop News)-A delegation of BJP legislators, led by Lok Sabha MP Jugal Kishore Sharma, met Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and strongly took up the plight of traders devastated by recent fire incidents in Jammu, demanding immediate financial assistance, fair compensation and concrete measures to restore their shattered businesses. The delegation submitted a four-point memorandum, seeking urgent government intervention and a time-bound rehabilitation plan for the affected trading community. The delegation comprised MLAs Sham Lal Sharma, Dr. Narinder Singh, Yudhvir Sethi, Ch. Vikram Randhawa and Arvind Gupta. Highlighting the gravity of the situation, the BJP leaders p...

Sat Sharma calls for intensified grassroots outreach, mass participation in Pahari Zila
Basohli, November 10 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma (CA) called upon party leaders and workers to intensify grassroots outreach, strengthen the organizational structure and take the party's programmes to every section of society, with special focus on women and youth. Sat Sharma was addressing an organizational meeting of the BJP's Pahari Zila, held to review ongoing activities and chalk out a roadmap for upcoming party programmes. J&K BJP General Secretaries Baldev Singh Billawaria and Gopal Mahajan, MLA Darshan Singh, former DDC Chairman Colonel Mahan Singh, District President Gopal Krishan and former DDC member Vikram Singh addressed the meeting. ...

CM Omar Abdullah expresses grief over fire incident at Bikram Chowk, Jammu
Jammu, November 09 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has expressed deep grief over the massive fire incident at Bikram Chowk, Jammu, conveying his heartfelt sympathies to all those affected. The Chief Minister directed the district administration to ensure immediate relief and extend all necessary assistance to the affected persons. He also instructed the administration to undertake a thorough assessment of the damage and take appropriate measures to address the needs of those affected. A massive fire broke out at the Ware House near Bikram Chowk last evening, spreading to several adjoining structures, including business establishments. ...

 
 Kashmir News
Power Shutdown by KPDCL
Srinagar, November 12 (Scoop News)- Chief Engineer, KPDCL has informed that the Shutdown of 33 kV Shareefabad Wadwan line will be observed due to which power supply to Bonpora, Astanpora, Wadwan Check, Hathran, Hanjikpora, Dharmuna, Russu, Gotpora, Pymus and adjoining areas will be affected from 08 am to 03 pm on 17 & 21 November 2026. Similarly, shutdown of 33 kV Awantipora-Sangam II line will be observed due to which power supply to Siamoh, K-Koot, Kiagam, Hariparigam, Chakoora, Gulzarpora, Panzgam, Railway and adjoining areas will be affected from 09 am to 03 pm on 17 & 21 November 2026. Likewise, shutdown of 33 kV Kanipora-Pinjoora line will be observed due to which power supp...

DC Srinagar reviews progress of Rooftop Solar installations under PM Surya Ghar
Over 8000 households covered under the scheme, 996 Government buildings identified for solarisation
Srinagar, November 12 (Scoop News)- In order to assess the progress of Rooftop Solar installations under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana a meeting was held under the chairmanship of the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo here at Meeting Hall of the DC Office Complex. He also reviewed the progress of ongoing solarization of Government buildings across Srinagar District. The meeting was attended by Chief Planning Officer, Fayaz Ahmad Dar, District Statistics & Evaluation Officer, Shah Ismail Bangroo, Executive Engineers of KPDCL, JAKEDA, Zonal Head J&K Bank and other concerned Officers and stakeholders. During the meeting the Deputy Commissioner, who is also the Ch...

ADDC Kupwara inspects SDH Sogam
reviews healthcare facilities, winter preparedness
Kupwara, November 12 (Scoop News)- Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC) Kupwara, Ghulam Rasool today inspected Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Sogam and held a detailed on-spot review of healthcare facilities with special focus on winter preparedness. The ADDC was accompanied by Block Medical Officer (BMO) Sogam, Dr. Javid Rasool Shah and other concerned officers. During the visit, the ADDC took a round of various sections of the hospital including Emergency, OPD, IPD, Laboratory and Pharmacy. He interacted with the staff and patients to get feedback about the facilities being provided. On-spot inspection revealed that duty doctors and para-medical staff were found avai...

SWD Srinagar commences Career Counselling Programmes across Government High Schools under BBBP
Srinagar, November 11 (Scoop News)- Social Welfare Department (SWD), Srinagar, through the SANKALP: Hub for Empowerment of Women under Mission Shakti, started series of Career Counselling Programmes in Government High Schools and the first session was commenced today at Government Girls High School, Malla Bagh, Srinagar, with the objective of guiding and empowering students in making informed decisions about their future careers. The Resource Person from the Office of the Chief Education Officer (CEO), Srinagar, who provided valuable guidance to the students regarding various career opportunities, educational pathways, skill development initiatives and professional avenues. The stu...

IUST celebrates 21 years of academic excellence
Open Day, Fests mark Foundation Week celebrations
Awantipora, November 11 (Scoop News)-The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) celebrated its 21st Foundation Day on Wednesday at its Main Campus, Awantipora, with a series of activities. The events included Open Day, TechExpo 2026, Food Fest, Book Fest, Industrial Meet, Alumni Meet, Art Exhibition and Cultural Fest. The celebrations commenced with the inaugural session at Nund Reshi Auditorium with Prof. Prof. Shakil Ahmad Romshoo, Vice-Chancellor, IUST, who attended as Chief Guest, described the University’s 21st Foundation Day as an occasion to celebrate its achievements, institutional growth and collective endeavours. Calling IUST a symbol of transformation and progre...

J&K Police In Shopian Attach Moveable Property
Acquired Through Proceeds Of Drug Trafficking
Srinagar, November 11 (Scoop News)-As part of its continued crackdown on narcotics-related activities, Shopian Police have attached a Movable property Load Carrier bearing registration No. JK03- 8537 valued at ₹15,000/- belonging to Mohd Ashraf Reshi son of Ab Satar Reshi resident of Reshipora Zainapora. The property was identified as having been acquired through proceeds generated from the illegal trade of drugs and narcotics. Accordingly, the said property has been attached in connection with case FIR No. 21/2026 of Police Station Imamsahib. The attachment proceedings were carried out in the presence of duly constituted police team, Executive Magistrate ensuring full compliance wi...

JKSA Seeks Sacking of BJP UP Minister Raghuraj Singh Over ‘Terror Hubs’
Remarks Against AMU, Jamia; Demands FIR
Srinagar, November 11 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) on Wednesday strongly and unequivocally condemned the deeply communal, irresponsible and inflammatory remarks made by BJP Uttar Pradesh Minister Thakur Raghuraj Singh, who described Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) and Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) as "hubs of terrorists" and threatened to shut down these premier educational institutions. National Convenor of theAssociation, Nasir Khuehami, said that such statements represent a dangerous attempt to communalise education, stigmatise entire student communities and undermine institutions that have made extraordinary contributions to India'...

IUST holds 7th University Library Committee Meeting
Awantipora, November 10 (Scoop News)-The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) convened the 7th meeting of its University Library Committee on November 9 to deliberate on measures for strengthening the Rumi Library and enhancing its role in supporting the University's academic and research ecosystem. The meeting was chaired by Vice Chancellor Prof. Shakil A. Romshoo and attended by Prof. Sheikh Ajaz Bashir (Dean Academic Affairs), Prof. Shamin Ahmad Shah (Registrar, IUST), Prof. Sumeer Gul (Head, Department of Library and Information Sciences, University of Kashmir), Dr. Nazir Ahmad Bhat (Librarian, Central University of Kashmir), Finance Officer Mr. Sameer Wazir, Dr. Sheik...

 
 Other Stories
Y4PK condemns Ashok Koul’s reported misrepresentation of Delhi meet
Jammu, November 12 (Scoop News)-Youth 4 Panun Kashmir (Y4PK) strongly condemns Shri Ashok Koul’s reported remarks on the All Kashmiri Pandit Organisations Meet held in Delhi on 31 October 2026. The Delhi Meet was convened to unite Kashmiri Pandit organisations on one collective mandate and challenge the persistent narrative, often echoed in government corridors, that the community has divergent voices on return and rehabilitation. Such a narrative only weakens and undermines our fundamental aspiration to reclaim our Separate Homeland under the 1991 Margdarshan Resolution*. The participation of 38 organisations and their overwhelming endorsement of the Resolution reaffirmed the pri...

Randhawa listens to public grievances at BJP headquarters
reaffirms 24/7 commitment to public service
Jammu, November 11 (Scoop News)-Senior BJP leader and MLA Ch. Vikram Randhawa listened to public grievances during a grievance redressal camp at the BJP headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, assuring the visiting delegations that their genuine concerns would be taken up with the concerned departments and pursued for timely resolution. J&K BJP Swachhta Abhiyan Department Convenor Er. Dil Bahadur Singh Jamwal and Co-convenor Er. T.K. Sharma coordinated the proceedings. Public service means delivering solutions, not just promises, with a 24x7 commitment to addressing citizens’ grievances, stated Ch. Vikram Randhawa, while listening to public grievances. Ch. Vikram Randhawa asserted ...

Police In Shopian Arrests Seven Accused In Apple Theft Case
Stolen Apple Boxes Recovered
Srinagar, November 11 (Scoop News)- Police in Shopian have arrested seven accused persons involved in apple theft case by seizing three vehicles and recovered 83 stolen apple boxes. During the evening hours, Police Station Heerpora received a call seeking police assistance regarding the theft of apple boxes from the orchard/shed of Mohd Yousuf Wagay son of Ab Karim Wagay resident of Amshipora. Acting swiftly on the information, a police team from Police Station Heerpora immediately swung into action and, with the assistance of local residents, intercepted all three Tata Mobile vehicles at a short distance from the spot. The accused persons had already stolen the apple boxes and load...

Police Organises Cyber Awareness Program at DPL Bandipora to Educate Police Personnel
Police Organises Cyber Awareness Program at DPL Bandipora to Educate Police Personnel
Srinagar, November 10 (Scoop News)- Police in Bandipora organised a Cyber Awareness Program at District Police Lines (DPL), Bandipora, with the aim of spreading awareness about emerging cyber threats, online frauds and safe digital practices. The program focused on educating participants about various forms of cybercrime, including online financial frauds, phishing, identity theft, social media-related crimes and other cyber-enabled offences. Participants were sensitised about preventive measures, responsible use of digital platforms and the importance of safeguarding personal and financial information online. The program also highlighted the importance of timely reporting of cybe...

Sat Sharma pays rich tributes to Jagdish Raj Sapolia
recalls his lifelong commitment to public service
Basohli, November 10 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma (CA), along with other senior leaders, paid heartfelt tributes to Late Jagdish Raj Sapolia, former MLA and senior BJP leader remembering him as a dedicated public representative, committed party worker and a leader who devoted his life to serving society. Sat Sharma, accompanied by BJP General Secretaries Baldev Singh Billawaria and Gopal Mahajan, MLA Darshan Singh, former DDC Chairman Colonel Mahan Singh, District President Gopal Krishan and former DDC member Vikram Singh, visited the residence of the departed leader to offer condolences and stand in solidarity with the bereaved family. Expressing pro...

Department of Defence Production Successfully Completes Special Campaign 6.0
New Delhi, November 10 (Scoop News)-Department of Defence Production has successfully completed Special Campaign 6.0, conducted in two phases, viz. the Preparatory Phase from 15th to 31st October, 2026, and the Implementation Phase from 2nd to 31st October, 2026. The campaign was undertaken with the objective of institutionalising Swachhata (cleanliness) and minimising pendency across the offices under the Department. In line with the Government-wide initiative, this year’s campaign placed special emphasis on the effective collection, segregation and disposal of e-waste, alongside other key areas of administrative improvement. Focused efforts were undertaken towards improving cleanline...

Police Solves Hit-and-Run Case in Kulgam
Srinagar, November 09 (Scoop News)-Police in Kulgam have solved a hit-and-run case of Police Station Qazigund. The accident occurred on 07/11/2026 near Ujroo Crossing, in which one person, identified as Zubair Ahmad Kasana, sustained injuries and was shifted to SDH Dooru and latter referred to GMC Anantnag for further treatment. During investigation, CCTV footage from the accident site and adjoining areas, along with reliable inputs, helped identify the vehicle involved (Alto, Reg. No. JK03Q-6933) and its driver, Tariq Ahmad Ganie of Akingam, Banpora Achabal, who has been booked under relevant provisions of law. J&K Police appeal to all motorists to act responsibly and never flee...

Police Apprehends Two Persons In Bandiopra
Recovers 1.5 Kg of Bhang-Like Substance at Garoora Crossing
Srinagar, November 07 (Scoop News)-November 07: In continuation of its sustained drive against drug abuse and narcotics trafficking, Police in Bandipora apprehended two persons during naka checking at Garoora Crossing and recovered approximately 1.5 Kg Charas like substance from their possession. They have been identified as Rafaqat Ali Gojar son of Mohd. Gulab Gojar resident of Halwadi, Aragam and Zakir Hussain Qureshi son of Ghulam Noorani Qureshi resident of Chapran, Aragam. Accordingly, a Case FIR No. 72/2026 under Sections 8/20-29 of the NDPS Act has been registered at Police Station Aragam, and investigation has been initiated to ascertain further links and establish the source ...

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CM Omar Abdullah expresses grief over fire incident at Bikram Chowk, Jammu
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