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| ₹18382 Cr liabilities cleared, CM Omar Abdullah tells Assembly | | assures regular settlement of bills | 
Jammu, March 31 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today informed the House that bills amounting to ₹12,561.31 crore under various heads, including gratuity, commutation, leave salary and contractor payments, have been cleared up to March 27, 2026, while GPF bills worth ₹5,821.43 crore have been settled up to December 31, 2025.
The Chief Minister was replying to a question raised by legislator Sham Lal Sharma during the Question Hour of the ongoing Budget Session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly.
The Chief Minister, who also holds the Finance portfolio, stated that financial liabilities of the Government in the form of bills presented at Treasuries are being cleared on a regular basis. He added that payments relating to contractors and retired employees are also processed at regular intervals.
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| Lieutenant Governor attended Mahavir Janma Kalyanak- celebration of birth of Lord Mahavira | | LG Spoke on Lord Mahavira's teachings of Ahimsa and Anekantavada | 
Jammu, March 31 (Scoop News)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Tuesday attended the Mahavir Janma Kalyanak, a special event organized by S.S Jain Sabha, to celebrate Mahavir Jayanti, at Jammu.
The Lieutenant Governor extended his felicitations and best wishes to all on the auspicious occasion.
In his address, the Lieutenant Governor spoke on Lord Mahavira's teachings of Ahimsa and Anekantavada, emphasizing right faith, knowledge, and conduct in today's world, which urgently needs compassion, peace, and brotherhood.
“Under the leadership of Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendr... |
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| | CS reviews impact of MSME Health Clinic under RAMP scheme | | 
Jammu,March 31 (Scoop News)-The Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting of the Industries & Commerce Department to assess the progress and impact of the MSME Health Clinic established under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) scheme, aimed at revitalizing stressed and sick industrial units across Jammu and Kashmir.
Emphasizing the need for a robust and result-oriented approach, the Chief Secretary directed the department to optimally leverage available institutional and human resources. He stressed that, in addition to technical suppo... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor inaugurated Jammu Kashmir Cultural Festival | | J&K's Culture and spiritual treasures will play a vital role in shaping a brighter future to all: LG Sinha | 
Jammu, March 31 (Scoop News)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Tuesday emphasised that the culture and spiritual treasures of Jammu Kashmir will play a vital role in shaping a brighter future to all.
“Jammu's soil brims with rich traditions. Dogri songs weaving life's values, crafts embedding experiences, art infused with devotion are our vibrant legacies breathing new life,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
The Lieutenant Governor was speaking at the inaugural ceremony of “Jammu Kashmir Cultural Festival”, organised by Shri Kailakh Jyotish and Vedic Sansthan Trust, in Jammu.
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| | Jammu Railway Division generates ₹62 lakh revenue in March | | through massive anti-ticketless drive | 
Jammu, March 31 (Scoop News)-The Jammu Division of Northern Railway has generated an impressive revenue of approximately ₹62 lakh during March—the final month of the financial year 2025–26—through its most extensive campaign against ticketless travel and irregularities. The achievement not only reflects a significant increase in revenue but also highlights sustained efforts to ensure discipline, accountability, and transparency within railway services.
According to official figures, around 11,000 individuals were apprehended during ticket checking operations for traveling without valid t... |
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Ladakh News |
| Inception Workshop on Preparation of People’s Biodiversity Registers (PBRs) held at Kargil | | |
Kargil, March 31 (Scoop News)-Hon’ble Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr. Mohd Jaffer Akhoon, today inaugurated the Inception Workshop on the preparation of People’s Biodiversity Registers (PBRs) at Syed Mehdi Auditorium Hall, Kargil.
The workshop was organized by the Ladakh Biodiversity Council in collaboration with the Department of Forest, Ecology and Environment, UT Ladakh, and the Foundation for Revitalization of Local Health Traditions (FRLHT), Bengaluru.
The worksop aimed at initiating the process of preparing comprehensive People’s Biodiversity Registers(PBRs) for Biodiversity Management Committees (BMCs) across Kargil District. The preparat... |
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| | Horticulture Department, UT Ladakh and NCEL Sign MoU to Boost Agricultural Exports | | |
Leh, March 31 (Scoop News)-The Horticulture Department, Union Territory of Ladakh, and National Co-operative Exports Limited (NCEL) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote export of Ladakh's agricultural and allied produce.
The MoU was executed by Mr. Tsewang Punchok, Director of Horticulture, UT Ladakh, and Mr.Unupom Kausik, Managing Director, NCEL, at the World Trade Centre, New Delhi. The Cooperative Department, UT Ladakh, will act as the coordinating agency to facilitate implementation.
Under the three-year agreement, the Horticulture Department will serve as the nodal agency to identify expor-worthy produce from cooperative societies, while NCEL will provide mar... |
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| | DDAC Organise Awareness Program on Drug Abuse at Lankerchay | | 
Kargil, March 31 (Scoop News)- Reinforcing the Union Territory of Ladakh Administration’s Zero Tolerance Policy towards drug abuse, the District De-Addiction Centre (DDAC) Kargil, under the District Social & Tribal Welfare Department Kargil, organized an awareness program on drug abuse and preventive measures.
The program was conducted under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan in collaboration with IKMT, AJUIAK, Police Post Sankoo, and RBSK Sankoo at Government Higher Secondary School Lankarchay, Kargil.
The event commenced with a welcome address by Sajjad Hussain, Teacher at Government... |
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| | Shaheedi Devas Observed at Rezang La War Memorial | | 
Chushul, Ladakh,March 30 (Scoop News)-As part of the nationwide commemorative series marking 150 Years of the National Song “Vande Mataram”, Shaheedi Devas was solemnly observed today at the historic Rezang La War Memorial, Chushul. The programme was organized by the Ladakh Academy of Art, Culture & Languages (LAACL) with enthusiastic participation from all sections of society.
A large number of school students from the adjoining villages of Chushul and Changthang, along with members of the general public, actively participated in the event. A mass singing of “Vande Mataram” was conduc... |
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| | Chief Secretary reviews Hon’ble LG action tracker status in Leh | | 
Leh, March 30 (Scoop News)-The Chief Secretary of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Shri Ashish Kundra, today chaired a review meeting in Leh to assess the progress of the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor’s (HLG) Action Tracker. The meeting was attended by all Administrative Secretaries of UT Ladakh, while some officers joined virtually.
During the meeting, the Chief Secretary carried out a detailed department-wise review of directives issued under the HLG Action Tracker, covering key sectors including the Deputy Commissioner Leh, Public Works Department, Housing and Urban Development Department... |
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| | DIET Leh Conducts Zonal-Level HPC Training to Strengthen Foundational Learning | | 
Leh/Khaltsi/Kharu,March 30 (Scoop News)- The District Institute of Education and Training (DIET) Leh, in collaboration with the Zonal Education Officers (ZEOs) of Khaltsi, Kharu, and Leh zones, and with the support of the Deputy Chief Education Officer (Dy. CEO) Kharu, successfully organized Zonal-Level training programmes on the Holistic Progress Card (HPC) for Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) teachers.
The training witnessed active participation from teachers handling Balvatika to Grade 2, reflecting a strong commitment towards enhancing foundational learning outcomes. The init... |
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| | LSSSSB Conducts Technical Paper-II Examination Smoothly at Leh and Kargil Centres | | |
Leh,March 28 (Scoop News)- The Ladakh Subordinate Services Staff Selection Board (LSSSSB) successfully conducted the Technical Paper (Paper-II) for the posts of Drugs Control Officer and Legal Assistant/Junior Legal Assistant today at Leh and Kargil centres.
For the post of Drug Control Officer (Morning session: 10:00 AM–11:30 AM), 38 out of 54 candidates appeared at Leh, while 67 out of 81 candidates appeared at Kargil.
For the post of Legal Assistant/ Junior Legal Assistant (Evening session: 2:00 PM–3:30 PM), 49 out of 58 candidates appeared at Leh, while 39 out of 49 candidates appeared at Kargil.
The examination was conducted smoothly, transparently, and without any errors ... |
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| | CJI inaugurated District Court Complex at Melong Thang, Leh | | 
Leh,March 28 (Scoop News)-The Hon’ble Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant, inaugurated the newly constructed District Court Complex at Melong Thang, Leh, in the presence of the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena and Hon’ble Justice Arun Palli, Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh.
The ceremony was also graced by the presence Hon’ble Justice Sindhu Sharma, Administrative Judge for District Leh, along with other Hon’ble Judges of the High Court.
Upon arrival, the Hon’ble Chief Justice of India was accorded a c... |
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Debate |
| Easing Sanctions On Iranian Oil - A Pragmatic Move? | | |
Asad Mirza
The decision last week by the United States to temporarily ease sanctions on Iranian oil shipments already at sea sparked immediate reactions on social media. Apparently, the hasty American move is viewed by experts at cooling surging global energy prices amid the ongoing West Asia conflict. However, in the current scenario India stands to benefit from this move and it may ease the pressure a bit on the Indian demand side.
The US decision to temporarily ease sanctions on Iranian oil shipments already at sea, sparked online reactions, Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf mocked the move on X, writing: “Lifting sanctions on Iranian oil currently stranded a... |
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| | Pakistan’s Crimes Against Muslims and Humanity | | 
By Fatima Baloch
The demoralized Pakistan Army, struggling against the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) in Balochistan, has escalated its conflict with its western neighbor, Afghanistan. On 27 February 2026, it launched a full-scale military campaign, codenamed Operation Ghazab-e-Ilhaq, bombing major Afghan cities including Kabul, Kandahar, and Khost, destroying civilian infrastructure and killing innocent people. Pakistan’s apparent aim is to pressure the Afghan Taliban-led government to act against groups ideologica... |
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| | PoK under TTP and India’s Future Security Challenges By Fatima Baloch | | 
By Fatima Baloch
Whether it is India in the east, Taliban-led Afghanistan in the west, a religious jihadist ideological insurgency in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa that is gradually engulfing Pakistan, or the secular Baloch national armed struggle seeking an independent Republic of Balochistan, Pakistan has opened multiple strategic fronts and is now facing grave security and existential threats. For India in particular, the situation carries serious implications. The Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP), a jihadist ideological militant organization, has expanded its operational focus into Pakistan-occ... |
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| | Pakistan’s Objectiveless Military Aggression Against Afghanistan | | and the Future of the Region | 
By Fatima Baloch
Every military operation and war generally has certain strategic objectives. However, just like the 1965 war and the Kargil conflict, Pakistan’s military operations often lack clear strategic objectives during wartime. This frequently leads to failure, heavy military casualties, and embarrassment, and Pakistan continues this legacy both in external wars and in internal military operations in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan.
The Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) carried out an attack in the Bannu district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on February 21, 2026, in which seni... |
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| | Ayatollah Ali Khamenei: End of an era | | 
Asad Mirza
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei (1939–2026), the second Supreme Leader of Iran, was killed on February 28, 2026, during coordinated US and Israeli airstrikes on Tehran. His death was confirmed by the Iranian state media on March 1, 2026, following an initial announcement by US President Donald Trump.
Khamenei was killed at his office in a joint operation known as "Operation Epic Fury". Several other high-ranking officials, including the commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and the defence minister, were also killed.
Iran has declared 40 days of state mou... |
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| | Israeli-American attack on Iran:A prelude to the destruction of the Middle East | | |
Asad Mirza
The latest attacks by Iran and Israel on each other heralds a horrific and decisive phase in the verbal duel between the two. It is no longer just a traditional fight of words between two countries, but is leading to a permanent change in the geographical and political map of the Middle East.
1. From historical background to direct confrontation
For almost four decades, Israel and Iran have fought a "shadow war" against each other, which included cyber-attacks, targeted killings and proxy wars. However, the Israeli attack on the Iranian consulate in Damascus on April 1, 2024, and then the first Iranian attack on Israel from its territory with hundreds of drones and m... |
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| | Israel’s aggression Continues Unabated in West Bank | | |
Asad Mirza
Israel unabatedly continues its expansionist policy in the West Bank. The US, United Nations and several Arab states have criticised Israel as it expands powers in the occupied West Bank by allowing Jewish Israelis to buy West Bank land directly, and extending greater Israeli control over areas where the Palestinian Authority exercises power.
A White House official has reiterated Donald Trump’s opposition towards Israel annexing the West Bank, after Israeli plans were announced that would pave the way for more settlements in the occupied Palestinian territory.
The measures, announced on Sunday (February 8), included allowing Jewish Israelis to buy West Bank land ... |
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| | Defence Budget Hiked Significantly | | |
Asad Mirza
While presenting the budget for FY 2026-27, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman earmarked a record ₹7.85 lakh crore allocation for the county’s defence sector, post-Operation Sindoor. The increase in the defence outlay in the recent budget, was in the backdrop of "historic success of Operation Sindoor" which has further strengthened our resolve to make India's defence system even more robust, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said.
In a decisive push to strengthen national security in the aftermath of Operation Sindoor and focus on indigenous defence production, the Union Budget allocated a record ₹7.85 lakh crore to defence services, marking the highest-ever o... |
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| Jammu News |
| LG expresses grief over tragic loss of young lives | | |
Jammu, March 31 (Scoop News)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha expressed deep anguish and grief over the tragic loss of young lives in an unfortunate drowning incident in the River Tawi at Nagrota.
He also spoke to the senior officials and took stock of the ongoing search and rescue operations.
“The loss of young lives is heart-wrenching. My deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved families. We stand in solidarity with them during this difficult time,” the Lieutenant Governor said.
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| | J&K has sufficient stock of petroleum products: Satish Sharma | | Says deptt monitoring LPG, petrol supply to prevent hoarding, urges public to ignore rumours | 
Jammu, March 31 (Scoop News)-Minister for Food, Civil supply and Consumer Affairs, Satish Sharma today informed the House that the Department is maintaining regular monitoring of availability and distribution of LPG and Petroleum products across Jammu and Kashmir.
“As per the daily stock position reports furnished by Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs), the availability of Petrol, Diesel and LPG is adequate as on date, with availability of petroleum products” maintained the Minister.
The Minister was replying to the Calling Attention Notice moved by Legislator Mohammad Yousuf Tarigami in t... |
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| | 1190 AWCs functional in Srinagar district, 152 in Central Shalteng Constituency: Sakeena Itoo | | 
Jammu, March 31 (Scoop News)-Minister for Social Welfare, Sakeena Itoo, today said that 1190 Anganwadi Centres (AWCs) are functional in Srinagar district with 152 AWCs functioning in Central Shalteng Constituency.
The Minister informed this in reply to a question raised by Legislator Tariq Hameed Karra regarding Social Welfare schemes in the Legislative Assembly.
She said that at present there is no proposal under consideration of the government regarding opening/establishment of new Anganwadi Centres in Central Shalteng Constituency as the existing centres are catering to the needs o... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor assents to three Bills passed by LA: Secretary informs House | | |
Jammu, March 30 (Scoop News)- Secretary, Legislative Assembly, Manoj Kumar Pandit today informed the House that the Lieutenant Governor has assented to three Bills passed by Legislative Assembly (LA).
Informing the House, the Secretary read, “The House is informed that the bills namely Jammu and Kashmir Appropriation Bill 2026 (LA Bill No. 4 of 2026), Jammu and Kashmir Appropriation Bill 2026 (LA Bill No. 5 of 2026) and Jammu and Kashmir Appropriation Bill 2026 (LA Bill No. 6 of 2026), passed by Legislative Assembly have been assented to by the Lieutenant Governor on 27th of March 2026”.
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| | JK LG, CM,DY CM & others greet the people on Mahavir Jayanti | | |
Jammu, March 30 (Scoop News)-Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Chief Minister Omar Abdulla and other Minsters greeted the people on the auspicious occasion of Mahavir Jayanti, which will be celebrated tomorrow.
In a message, the Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has said: "On the auspicious occasion of Mahavir Jayanti, I extend my hearty greetings and best wishes to all.
Bhagwan Mahavir’s profound teachings of Ahimsa (non-violence), Satya (truth), compassion, and humility serve as a guiding light for humanity.
Let us, on this auspicious day, rededicate ourselves to the ideals of Bhagwan Mahavir and resolve to work selflessly for the upliftment of the downtrodden and the collecti... |
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| | Narco-Terrorism a direct threat to national security, youth: Sat Sharma | | Sat Sharma calls for strong action against Naro-Terrorism in Rajya Sabha | |
New Delhi, March 30 (Scoop News)-Sat Sharma CA, President, J&K BJP, and MP (Rajya Sabha), invoked a Special Mention in the Rajya Sabha to draw urgent national attention to the rapidly escalating threat of narco-terrorism in Jammu & Kashmir, terming it a dangerous convergence of cross-border terrorism, illicit financial networks, and drug trafficking that is systematically undermining India’s internal security architecture and eroding the social and moral fabric of its youth.
Sat Sharma, while raising the issue, emphasized that Jammu & Kashmir, which has long stood as a strong shield against conventional warfare and infiltration, is now facing a new and more insidious challenge in the... |
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| | Jammu getting Tourism Boost, New Religious Circuits: Rattan Lal | | Urges party cadre to gear up for ULB, Panchayat elections | |
Jammu, March 30 (Scoop News)-Rattan Lal Gupta, Provincial President (Jammu) of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference, on Monday emphasized the government’s commitment to putting the remote and underexplored regions of Jammu on the national tourism map through the development of vibrant religious circuits.
Addressing a delegation from Udhampur Rural, headed by Ram Parshotam Sharma District President Udhampur Rural. Gupta highlighted the immense untapped potential of the region, particularly its rich heritage of ancient temples and spiritual sites. He noted that structured development of religious tourism circuits would not only preserve this heritage but also generate live... |
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| | Laghu Udyog Bharati Holds Key Meeting; RSS Uttar Shetriya Sanghchalak Pawan Jindal Addresses Industrialists | | |
Jammu, March 30 (Scoop News)- Laghu Udyog Bharati organised an important one-day meeting in Jammu with the Jammu & Kashmir State Unit and industrialists. The meeting was addressed by Pawan Jindal, RSS Uttar Shetriya Sanghchalak, who interacted with entrepreneurs and discussed issues related to MSMEs in Jammu & Kashmir.
He was accompanied by Dr. Gautam Mengi, J&K Prant Sangchalak RSS; Surinder Mohan Gupta, Vibagh Sanghchalak RSS; Dr. Varinder Koundal, Seh Vibagh Karyawah RSS and Kamal Kumar, Vibhag Pracharak RSS.
The office bearers of Laghu Udyog Bharati present in the meeting included Parveen Pargal, National Working Committee Member & Prabhari J&K; Ankit Gupta, Vice President; Aagam Ja... |
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Kashmir News |
| 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... |
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| | 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... |
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| | 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... |
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| | 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... |
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| | 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... |
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| | 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... |
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| | 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 ... |
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| | 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.
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Other Stories |
| Clarification regarding misleading claims on Fire Services Recruitment and alleged paper leak | | |
Srinagar, March 31 (Scoop News)-It has come to notice that certain social media platforms, particularly the handle “J&K Services Selection Board Aspirants,” are circulating claims suggesting that the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) has confirmed a paper leak in the Fire Services recruitment examination and that the Government has taken action against only 106 candidates while leaving others untouched.
These claims are misleading and not based on officially established facts.
It is hereby clarified that the ACB has not confirmed any paper leak at this stage. The matter is currently under investigation, and no final conclusions have been drawn by the competent authorities. Any assertion pr... |
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| | MLAs can allocate up to ₹50L from CDF for housing aid to calamity victims, | | 
Jammu, Srinagar, March 31 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today informed the Legislative Assembly that funds under the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) Scheme are being utilized across all Assembly constituencies in Jammu and Kashmir for works identified and recommended by respective MLAs, in accordance with guidelines issued by the Finance Department.
The Chief Minister was responding to a Calling Attention Motion moved by MLA Habba Kadal Shamim Firdous during the ongoing Budget Session of the J&K Legislative Assembly.
He said that the Government has amended the CDF guid... |
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| | CM tables seven CAG reports, Finance and Appropriation Accounts in J&K Legislative Assembly | | |
Jammu, March 30 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who also holds the Finance portfolio, today laid on the Table of the House a series of key audit and financial documents during the ongoing Budget Session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly.
The Chief Minister tabled seven reports of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India covering multiple sectors and audit categories. These include Report of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India on Public Health Infrastructure and Management of Health Services for the period ended March 2022 (Report No. 2 of 2025, Performance Audit–Civil); Report on Working of University of Jammu for the period ended March 2022 (R... |
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| | BJP to hold extensive Foundation Day outreach with ‘Nation First’ spirit: Sat Sharma | | BJP holds preparatory meeting for its Foundation Day programmes on April 6 | |
Jammu, March 28 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP held an important meeting of senior leaders to review and finalize preparations for the forthcoming Foundation Day programmes scheduled for April 6.
J&K BJP President and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) Sat Sharma, accompanied by General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul chaired the meeting, at the party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu.
Former BJP President Ravinder Raina (Incharge for Foundation Day programmes), General Secretaries Baldev Singh Billawaria and Gopal Mahajan, along with other senior leaders, were present in the meeting.
Sat Sharma, while addressing the meeting, said that the Foundation Day of the BJP, observed on April... |
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| | Police Attach Properties of Three Proclaimed Offenders in E&IMCO Case In Sopore | | |
Srinagar, March 28 (Scoop News)- As part of sustained action against the terror ecosystem, police in Sopore attached the immovable properties of three proclaimed offenders in connection with FIR No. 02/2008 under Sections 2/3 of the E&IMCO Act registered at Police Station Panzalla.
The attachment proceedings were carried out at Nadihal in collaboration with the Revenue Department against the following accused persons:-
• Reyaz Ahmad Lone son of Mukhtar Lone resident of Nadihal – land measuring 2 Kanal 16 Marlas under various survey numbers.
• Aijaz Ahmad Lone son of Ali Mohammad Lone resident of Nadihal – land measuring 10 Marlas under survey number 280 min.
• Mushtaq Ahmad S... |
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| | CS finalises arrangements for Jammu's first International Marathon | | Proposes permanent panel to institutionalize marathon events in J&K | 
Jammu, March 27 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today finalized arrangements for the first-ever international marathon event to be held in Jammu this Sunday by the Tourism Department.
The meeting was attended by Additional Chief Secretary, Tourism; Renowned Adventure Tourism Expert, Chewang Motup; Commissioner Secretary, Health; Divisional Commissioner, Jammu; Commissioner Secretary, Youth Services & Sports; IGP Security; IG Traffic; Deputy Commissioner and SSP Jammu; Managing Director, JKTDC; Director Tourism, Jammu, and other senior officers.
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| | Jammu dominates 20th J&K UT Fencing Championship, emerges overall winner | | |
Jammu, March 27 (Scoop News)-The 20th J&K UT Fencing Championship 2025–26 concluded successfully at the Indoor Fencing stadium M.A. Stadium, Jammu, with District Jammu emerging as the overall champion in both Men's and Women's categories.
The three-day event, organized by the J&K Fencing Association (JKFA), affiliated with the Fencing Association of India (FAI), in collaboration with the J&K Sports Council, saw participation from over 400 fencers from across 17 districts of the Union Territory including Jammu, Udhampur, Kathua, Samba, Ramban, Doda, Poonch, Rajouri, Reasi, Srinagar, Pulwama, Anantnag, Baramulla, Kupwara, Bandipora and Budgam.
The championship featured competitions in... |
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| | JKACL, NZCC host Lok Rang Utsav 2026 at | | DC pitches for projecting local artists on National-Level | | Doda, March 26 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages (JKACL) in collaboration with the North Zone Cultural Centre (NZCC), Patiala, organized a National Cultural-cum-Music Programme titled “Lok Rang Utsav 2026” at Doda, today.
The vibrant programme showcased the rich cultural diversity of the country through captivating folk performances. Artists from Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan and Gujarat enthralled the audience with colourful presentations, while a local troupe added a unique regional flavour to the event.
Deputy Commissioner Krishan Lal graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Addressing the gathering, he expressed gratitude to the ... |
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