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Top Stories of The Day |
| Lieutenant Governor chairs the 81st Meeting of J&K Rajya Sainik Board | | 
Jammu, August 18 (Scoop News)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today chaired the 81st Meeting of Jammu Kashmir Rajya Sainik Board, at Lok Bhavan.
The meeting was attended by Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C), Northern Command; Shri Atal Dulloo, Chief Secretary; Maj Gen Paramvir Singh Dagar, Chief of Staff, HQ White Knight Corps; Maj Gen KS Dhadwal, Chief of Staff HQ Chinar Corps; Shri Shailendra Kumar, Additional Chief Secretary, Finance Department; Shri Chanderkar Bharti, Principal Secretary, Home; Dr Mandeep K. Bhandari, Principal Secretary to Lieutenant Governor; Ms. Neena Mishra, Principal Director, Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare, GoI; Brig. Pankaj Chib (Retd.) Director Sainik Welfare Department, J&K; Brig Sandeep Kaushal, Cdr 21 Sub Area; Air Commodore VP Singh; Col Pradeep S Karki, Director, DRZ (North); Brig. Virender ... |
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Stories of the Day |
| CM Omar Abdullah reviews final preparations for the inaugural International Film Festival of J&K | | Film Festival to foster cultural exchange & creative collaboration: CM | 
Srinagar, August 18 (Scoop News)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today chaired a high-level meeting to review the final preparations for the inaugural International Film Festival of Jammu & Kashmir (IFFJK) 2026, scheduled to be held from September 7 to 10 across Srinagar and Jammu.
The four-day festival is being envisioned as a premier international platform celebrating cinematic excellence, cultural exchange, creative collaboration and emerging filmmaking talent, while providing an opportunity to forge partnerships with film fraternity across different countries and showcasing the rich cu... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor flags off the holy Shri Budha Amarnath Ji Yatra | | 
Jammu, August 17 (Scoop News)-Marking the commencement of the annual spiritual journey, the Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today flagged off the first batch of devotees for the holy Shri Budha Amarnath Ji Yatra from the Bhagwati Nagar Yatri Niwas, while extending warm wishes to all pilgrims for a safe and spiritually fulfilling pilgrimage.
The Lieutenant Governor expressed deep appreciation to the Baba Amarnath and Budha Amarnath Yatri Nyas along with VHP and Bajrang Dal, local authorities, langar organisations and civil society groups for their meticulous coordination and compreh... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor Addresses Inaugural Function of Shri Baba Budha Amarnath Ji Yatra | | 
Jammu, August 16 (Scoop News)-On the auspicious occasion of the commencement of the sacred Shri Baba Budha Amarnath Ji Yatra, the Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today graced the inaugural function.
In his address, the Lieutenant Governor said that the yatra is not merely a physical journey but a profound inward journey towards self-realisation and the eternal consciousness of Lord Shiva. He emphasised that the pilgrimage to Baba Budha Amarnath Ji is a sacred path of devotion, discipline, and unity.
The Lieutenant Governor reminded the gathering of the eternal teachings of Lor... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor Addresses Foundation Day of KP Volunteers | | Felicitates Volunteers for Selfless Service | 
Jammu, August 16 (Scoop News)- The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha graced the Foundation Day celebration of KP Volunteers, a humanitarian organisation and felicitated its volunteers for their selfless service to the society. In his address, the Lieutenant Governor lauded the organisation’s six-and-a-half years of tireless work in serving the needy and upholding the values of compassion, duty and humanity.
The Lieutenant Governor emphasised that true service lies in performing one’s duty without expectation of reward. He said KP Volunteers exemplify this spirit, having never sough... |
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Ladakh News |
| Administrative Secretary PWD Reviews Progress of BRO Projects Across Ladakh | | |
Leh, August 18 (Scoop News)-Administrative Secretary, PWD/R&B, UT Ladakh, Baseer-ul-Haq Choudhary, today chaired a review meeting to assess the progress of road and infrastructure projects being executed by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) across Ladakh. The meeting focused on project-wise physical and financial progress, land acquisition, wildlife clearances, fund utilisation, pending liabilities and completion timelines.
Chief Engineer, Project Vijayak, presented an overview of the ongoing BRO projects and highlighted key issues related to tendering, wildlife clearances, land acquisition, funding requirements and execution timelines. The Administrative Secretary directed the con... |
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| | Executive Councillor Altaf Hussain Holds First Review Meeting with I&FC and PHE Departments | | |
Kargil, August 18 (Scoop News)-Executive Councillor for Irrigation & Flood Control (I&FC) and Public Health Engineering (PHE), LAHDC Kargil, Altaf Hussain, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting following the allocation of portfolios, taking stock of ongoing schemes, pending works and key departmental issues across Kargil.
The Superintending Engineers of I&FC and PHE presented detailed updates on ongoing schemes, pending DPRs, liabilities, works already accorded and tendered, works under the tendering process, and proposed works requiring immediate attention. The meeting also reviewed technical and administrative issues affecting the timely execution of various projects.
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| | Administrative Secretary Reviews Law & Justice Works Executed by PWD | | |
Leh, August 18 (Scoop News)-Administrative Secretary, PWD/R&B, UT Ladakh, Baseer-ul-Haq Choudhary, today chaired a meeting to review the progress of various works of the Law and Justice Department being executed by the Public Works Department (PWD), as well as other works of the Union Territory being implemented by the Central Public Works Department (CPWD) on behalf of PWD across Ladakh.
The meeting reviewed the physical and financial progress of ongoing projects, completion timelines, pending components, execution-related issues and measures required to ensure timely completion and operationalisation of the infrastructure.
At the outset, Chief Engineer, PWD, presented an overvie... |
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| | SIDCO signs additional ₹20 Crore Government Revolving Guarantee | | |
Leh, August 17 (Scoop News)-In a significant step towards strengthening financial inclusion and promoting self-employment among minority communities in Ladakh, the Sindhu Infrastructure Development Corporation (SIDCO) signed an additional Government Revolving Guarantee of ₹20 crore with the National Minorities Development & Finance Corporation (NMDFC) at the UT Secretariat, Leh, today.
The agreement was signed by Administrative Secretary Himanshu Gupta, Managing Director, SIDCO Ladakh, in the presence of Smt. Abha Rani Singh, IRS, Chairman-cum-Managing Director, NMDFC, along with senior officers of NMDFC, SIDCO and the UT Administration.
The additional guarantee will enable SIDCO to... |
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| | DC Kargil Chairs Meeting to Review TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan | | |
Kargil, August 17 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner/CEO, LAHDC Kargil, Rakesh Kumar, IAS, today chaired the inaugural meeting of District TB Mukt Bharat Committee and to review the implementation and progress of the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan in the district at his office chamber.
The meeting was attended by the CMO Kargil, CMO Drass, DTO Kargil, CO NCC 2nd Battalion, District Programme Coordinator, WHO-TB Consultant, District Youth Services & Sports Officer, District Youth Officer (My Bharat), representative from Dept. of Labour, representative from Dept. of Education and other concerned officials.
During the meeting, the DC was briefed on the objectives of the District TB Mukt Bharat C... |
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| | CEC Dr Mohd Jaffer Akhoon Launches Second Phase of Census 2027 | | Population Enumeration in Kargil | |
Kargil, August 17 (Scoop News)-Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today officially launched the second phase of Census 2027 – Population Enumeration (PE) at the Council Secretariat, LAHDC Kargil.
As part of the launch, Dr Akhoon became the first person to undertake Self Enumeration (SE) for the Population Enumeration phase of Census 2027, marking the commencement of the self-enumeration process in Kargil.
The Self Enumeration window will remain open from August 17 to August 31, 2026, through the designated Census portal, (https://se.snowbound.census.gov.in) while the Population Enumeration will be conducted from September 1 to Septemb... |
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| | CEC Dr Mohd Jaffer Akhoon Launches Second Phase of Census 2027 – Population Enumeration in Kargil | | | Kargil, August 17 (Scoop News)-Chairman and Chief Executive Councillor (CEC), LAHDC Kargil, Dr Mohd Jaffer Akhoon today officially launched the second phase of Census 2027 – Population Enumeration (PE) at the Council Secretariat, LAHDC Kargil.
As part of the launch, Dr Akhoon became the first person to undertake Self Enumeration (SE) for the Population Enumeration phase of Census 2027, marking the commencement of the self-enumeration process in Kargil.
The Self Enumeration window will remain open from August 17 to August 31, 2026, through the designated Census portal, (https://se.snowbound.census.gov.in) while the Population Enumeration will be conducted from September 1 to September ... |
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| | Cleanliness Drive Conducted at Cricket Ground, Khaltse under Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign. | | |
Khaltse, August 17 (Scoop News)-As part of the Har Ghar Tiranga Campaign, a cleanliness drive was successfully conducted at the Cricket Ground, Khaltse, under the supervision of BDO Khaltse, Dr. Zakir Hussain, with the active participation of officers and officials from all three blocks—Singaylalok, Skurbuchan and Khaltse.
Before commencement of the drive, a Swachhata/Cleanliness Pledge was administered by the BPM (RGSA), Singaylalok, during which all officers and officials present pledged to maintain cleanliness, promote sanitation, protect the environment and contribute towards keeping public places clean and hygienic.
The cleanliness drive witnessed active participation of ... |
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Debate |
| Independence Day: Freedom, Memory, Unfinished Responsibility | | and the Pain of Displacement | 
By Kuldeep Raina
Independence Day serves as a solemn reminder of the freedom earned through the immense sacrifice, courage, and devotion of countless men and women. We bow in gratitude to all those brave souls who gave their today so that India could breathe freely tomorrow.
We celebrate with pride the freedom of our nation. Yet, beneath that celebration, there remains a quiet anguish in the hearts of many Indians, a question that conscience cannot simply silence. Can the joy of freedom ever be complete when a community of Indians has lived for decades in displacement from its own ... |
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| | Three Flags, One Shield: Inside the Makkah Pact, Reshaping the Middle East | | |
Asad Mirza
On August 7, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan signed the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, an "Islamic NATO"-style mutual-defence pact, in Islam's holiest city rather than any capital. Born from doubts about US protection after Iranian strikes went unanswered, and Yemen's collapsing truce, the deal reshapes regional alignments - unsettling Iran, unnerving Israel, and drawing wary attention from India amid a related disinformation flare-up.
On August 7, in the holy city of Makkah, three men who lead very different countries stood together and signed a document that many in the region had been quietly expecting, and dreading, for months.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed ... |
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| | Baloch Gen Z and Indian Gen Z: A Comparison | | 
By Fatima Baloch
Following the success of the Indian student- and Gen Z-led protest organized by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) at Jantar Mantar on 25 July 2026, many Baloch commentators argued that Indian Gen Z appeared to be more politically influential than Baloch Gen Z. However, an examination of the history of the Baloch student movement presents a different perspective. From this viewpoint, despite deprivation, a lack of basic facilities, and living under occupation, Baloch youth and students have demonstrated greater courage, resilience, and political maturity than the emer... |
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| | Ram Mandir’s betrayal: Shouldn’t Modi Speak to restore Trust? | | Straight Talk: | 
K B Jandial
The recently exposed “Charawah Chori” (theft of offerings) at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir in Ayodhya has traumatised millions of Hindu devotees worldwide. This incident has sparked intense anguish and disbelief among those who regard the temple as the ultimate symbol of faith and centuries of civilizational aspiration, prompting calls for immediate severe punishment. For devotees, the temple represents a symbol of Hindu religious faith and centuries of civilizational yearning. The loot inside cannot be dismissed as just an administrative lapse; it raises fundamental... |
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| | NATO's Bipolar Summit | | |
Asad Mirza
Donald Trump turned NATO's Ankara summit into a one-man show - reviving Iran hostilities, threatening Spain, demanding Greenland, and needling allies - while Secretary-General Mark Rutte's flattery-and-spending strategy kept the alliance intact. The summit exposed a NATO that survives not through unity, but through the careful, anxious management of one man's moods.
When Donald Trump landed in Ankara this week for NATO's annual summit, the alliance's carefully choreographed script survived roughly as long as his motorcade took to reach the venue. What followed was, by multiple accounts, a "marathon, high-energy performance" - the White House's own words - that left ... |
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| | The Weaknesses in the POJK Revolution | | 
By Sehrish Kashmiri and Fatima Baloch
At present, in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (POK), under the leadership of the Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC), the Kashmiri nation is fighting for its constitutional and legal rights, as well as for national freedom. In this so-called peaceful struggle, the people of POJK have been suffering from state brutality, killings, and shortages of food and medicines. The greatest weakness of this movement is our own hypocrisy and cowardice as Kashmiris. Kashmiris in POJK claim that they are running a peaceful movement, whereas pea... |
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| | If you wish to be of use after death – then donate your body | | 
Kalpana Pandey
A few months ago, I decided to donate my body and went to KEM Hospital in Mumbai to complete the formal process. The purpose behind this decision was to help dispel superstitions, customs and misconceptions about death in society, to make my body useful for medical education and research after my death, to promote scientific, rational and humanist thought, and to increase scientific temper in society. I decided to donate my body out of the feeling that I should be of use to society even after death, and to inspire others towards body donation and organ donatio... |
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| | When is the Right Time to Liberate PoJK? | | 
By Fatima Baloch
The original princely state of Jammu and Kashmir, which included Gilgit-Baltistan, Muzaffarabad, Kotli, Bhimber, Rawalakot, and Sudhnoti, was divided between India and Pakistan in 1947–48. Today, the people of Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), mobilized by the Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC), are protesting for a combination of economic, political, and governance-related reasons, while Pakistan is allegedly suppressing these protests.
Leaders of the ruling BJP (Bharatiya Janata Party), along with key Kashmiri political figures such as... |
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| Jammu News |
| Labour Commissioner reviews functioning of department in Jammu division | | Calls for time-bound delivery and improved performance | |
Jammu, August 18 (Scoop News)-Labour Commissioner, J&K, Charandeep Singh today reviewed the performance of the Labour Department in Jammu Division. He assessed progress on key departmental activities and implementation of priority programmes.
The meeting was attended by the Deputy Labour Commissioner, Jammu and Assistant Labour Commissioners of the Division.
The Labour Commissioner held one-to-one interactions with the Assistant Labour Commissioners and reviewed the progress regarding implementation of the Labour Codes, PMSYM targets, grievance redressal, pending quasi-judicial and court cases, disposal of services under the Public Services Guarantee Act and pending official communi... |
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| | DC inspects progress of NH-44 Four-Laning works on Ramban-Banihal stretch | | | Ramban, August 18 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Alyas Khan today visited various locations along the Ramban-Banihal stretch of NH-44 to review the progress of ongoing four-laning work and assess the status of critical infrastructure projects.
The Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by SSP Arun Gupta; SSP Traffic NHW Raja Adil Hamid; SDM Ramsoo Sayed Mazahir Hussain Shah; PD NHAI Shubham Yadav and other officers and representatives of the executing agencies.
The Deputy Commissioner inspected the progress of construction works related to major viaducts and tunnels at Maroge, Digdole, Khuni Nallah, Panthyal, Magerkote, Nachilana, Gangroo and other locations along the highw... |
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| | Sakeena Itoo tours Chatroo; lays foundation stone for remodelling of GHSS, | | inaugurates NTPHC Inderwal |  Chatroo/Inderwal, August 18 (Scoop News)- Minister for Health & Medical Education, School Education, Higher Education and Social Welfare, Sakeena Itoo, today conducted an extensive tour of Sub-Division Chatroo in Kishtwar district, during which she inaugurated key development projects and reviewed the major infrastructure initiatives aimed at strengthening education and healthcare facilities in the area.
During the tour, Sakeena Itoo laid the foundation stone for remodelling of Government Higher Secondary School (GHSS) Chatroo, being executed at an estimated cost of ₹13.27 crore. The proj... |
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| | ‘Digital Self-Reliance’ and ‘Data Sovereignty’ Will Make India a Developed Nation: Naresh Charak | | |
Jammu, August 18 (Scoop News)-Naresh Charak, Convenor of the Industry Cell, Bharatiya Janata Party (R.S. Pura–Jammu South), emphasized the need for India to develop indigenous technology, local servers and its own social media platforms, stating that the country must now seriously focus on “Digital Self-Reliance” and “Data Sovereignty.”Charak highlighted that major technology companies such as Facebook, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) are operated from the United States, while many of their top executives and thousands of skilled engineers are Indians. He said that when the talent and capabilities belong to India, the platforms and servers should also be developed and operated within t... |
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| | BJP is attempting to disturb the peaceful atmosphere of Jammu region: Rattan Lal | | Says; BJP Losing Ground in Jammu due to Anti-People Policies. | |
Jammu,August 18 (Scoop News)-Senior Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) leader and Provincial President Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta, today said that the local BJP leadership appears to be attempting to disturb the peaceful atmosphere of Jammu for narrow political gains by misleading people of Jammu through unwarranted protest against the popular Govt which is working for the benefit and welfare of the people hundreds of developmental projects have been started of Jal Shakti, Electricity, roads and buildings of Hospitals, Colleges and Schools by the Omar led Govt. Even last week Hon’ble CM Omar Abdullah laid down the foundation stone of Jal Shakti Project of more than Rs 120 Cro... |
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| | Social Activist Sukesh C. Khajuria calls for 'Nation First' approach to Democratic Protests | | in Open Letter Ahead of 80th Independence Day | |
Jammu, August 18 (Scoop News)-On the eve of India's 80th Independence Day, senior social and health activist Sukesh C. Khajuria has issued an open letter to the citizens of India, urging the nation to embrace peaceful, responsible, and non-disruptive forms of democratic expression while reaffirming the constitutional values of freedom, accountability, and public welfare.
Congratulating fellow citizens on the historic occasion, Khajuria paid tribute to the country's freedom fighters, martyrs, and nation-builders whose sacrifices secured India's independence and laid the foundations of the world's largest democracy.
Referring to this year's Independence Day theme, "Honoring Freedom, Inspi... |
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| | M.K. Rana Criticises BJP-led Central Government Over “False Promises” on Development | | |
Jammu, August 17 (Scoop News)- Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Joint Secretary, Central Zone, M.K. Rana, today criticised the BJP-led Central Government, alleging that it has failed to fulfil its promises regarding development in Jammu and Kashmir.
Addressing a gathering at Lower Ranjan, Ward No. 4, Block Mathwar, Rana highlighted the development initiatives undertaken by the Omar Abdullah-led government. He said the government is working towards expediting development, including various smart city projects and welfare schemes aimed at different sections of society.
He particularly referred to initiatives concerning women, youth, employment-oriented programmes, senior citizen... |
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| | Centre’s Step-Motherly Treatment of Non-BJP Governments is an Insult to People’s Mandate | | NC Provincial Office Shifted from Sher-e- Kashmir Bhavan to Gandhi Nagar Jammu | |
Jammu,August 17 (Scoop News)-Senior National Conference leader and Provincial President Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta, today accused the BJP-led Union Government of adopting a step-motherly attitude towards governments that have been elected with a popular mandate but do not belong to the BJP.
Gupta was interacted with party functionaries and workers at the new Provincial Office of Jammu and Kashmir National Conference which shifted from Sher-e- Kashmir Bhavan to Gandhi Nagar, Jammu in the presence of Ajay Kumar Sadhotra former minister and Additional General Secretary Jammu, Sheikh Bashir Ahmad Provincial Secretary Jammu, Ayub Malik Provincial Secretary Jammu, Babu Rampal fo... |
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Kashmir News |
| Rather reviews Pakherpora Urs arrangements, calls for advance preparedness | | Launches ₹40 lakh road upgradation works at Takiya Hayatpora | | Badgam, August 18 (Scoop News)- Speaker, Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather, today chaired a meeting to review arrangements for the forthcoming Urs of Hazrat Sultan Ali Aali Balkhi (RA) at Pakherpora, with a focus on ensuring adequate civic amenities, uninterrupted essential services, effective crowd management and hassle-free facilities for devotees.
The Speaker took a detailed review of the arrangements being put in place by various departments. He issued a series of directions for ensuring coordinated and timely execution of all necessary measures during the Urs period. He stressed the need for advance preparedness and close inter-departmental coordination, par... |
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| | CM Omar Abdullah meets MLAs to discuss developmental and public welfare issues | | |
Srinagar, August 18 (Scoop News)-Several Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) today called on Chief Minister Omar Abdullah at the Civil Secretariat here and discussed key developmental matters and public welfare issues concerning their respective constituencies.
MLA Baramulla Javid Baigh, MLA Rajpora Ghulam Mohi Uddin Mir, MLA Poonch-Haveli Ajaz Ahmad Jan and MLA Bandipora Nizamuddin Bhat met the Chief Minister and apprised him of various issues and developmental priorities of their respective constituencies.
The Chief Minister gave a patient hearing to the visiting legislators and assured them that all genuine issues raised by them concerning their constituencies would be add... |
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| | Student Induction Programme-2026 begins at IUST | | |
Awantipora, August 18 (Scoop News)-The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) today started its annual Student Induction Programme, being organised by the Dean of Students, IUST, to welcome the fresh batch of students. The programme is held in collaboration with the Dean Academic Affairs and the Directorate of Internal Quality Assurance (DIQA), to enlighten the new students about the University’s academic environment, student support system, facilities, and opportunities.
The Dean Academic Affairs, Prof. Sheikh Ajaz Bashir, formally welcomed the students and called on them to focus on academic excellence and comprehensive learning. His talk underlined the need for a valu... |
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| | Hakeem Yaseen Demands Monthly Support Package for Unemployed Youth, Restoration of Statehood | | Urges PM Modi and HM Shah to restore Statehood with dignity | |
Budgam, August 18 (Scoop News)-President of the People’s Democratic Front (PDF) and former Cabinet Minister Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen on Monday urged the Central Government to announce a monthly special support package for unemployed youth of Jammu and Kashmir until adequate employment opportunities are generated in the region.
Addressing a public rally at Raiyaar in Khansahib area of Budgam, Yaseen said the growing unemployment among educated youth requires immediate and sustained intervention from the government. He said the youth should not be left without income and opportunities while waiting for the creation of sufficient jobs.
“The Central Government should announce a monthly sp... |
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| | Secretary RDD calls for mission-mode push on VB-G RAM G implementation | | |
Srinagar, August 18 (Scoop News)-Secretary, Rural Development Department (RDD) and Panchayati Raj, Mohammad Aijaz Asad, today chaired a review meeting to assess the progress on the Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) [VB-G RAM G], calling for a renewed and focused push to strengthen the Person Days (PD) generation, activate worksites, ensure timely wage payments and tighten field-level supervision across the Union Territory.
The meeting was attended by Director, Rural Development, Kashmir, Riyaz Ahmad Wani; Director, Rural Development, Jammu, Shahnaz Akhtar; Director, Social Audit, Rajneesh Gupta; Additional Secretary, Waseem Raja; Superintending Engineers ... |
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| | PSA Srinagar Organized Career Counselling-Cum-Felicitation Programme For NEET-2026 Qualifiers | | Stresses Parental Support & Holistic Student Development | | Srinagar, August 18 (Scoop News)-The Private Schools Association (PSA), District Srinagar, organised a Career Counselling-Cum-Felicitation Programme For NEET-2026 Qualifiers at Al-Habib Public School, Palpora, Noorbagh, Srinagar, to honour students from the district who successfully qualified NEET-2026, celebrating their hard work, perseverance and academic achievements.
The programme was organised under the directions of PSA State President Bilal Ahmad Bhat and General Secretary (Organisation) M. Syed Wani. It brought together NEET qualifiers, aspiring students, civil society members, parents, school managements, educators and representatives of the private-school fraternity. The event ... |
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| | DC reviews Farmer's ID Generation Camp under Agristack project at Kulgam | | | Kulgam , August 17 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Shahzad Alam along with Additional Deputy Commissioner, Vikar Ahmad Giri today visited the Farmer's ID generation camp organized under the Agristack Project at Tehsil Kulgam, to take an on-the-spot assessment of the ongoing registration and digitisation drive.
During the visit, the DC supervised the entire process and interacted with the revenue staff present at the camp especially scheduled for Tamiloo village. He took a detailed overview of the data being submitted, verified and approved on the Agristack portal to ensure accuracy and transparency at every stage.
Addressing the officials, the DC described Agristack a... |
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| | Mehbooba Mufti Visits Flood-Affected Areas of Rajouri | | Demands Immediate Relief and Government Job for Family of Missing Abdul Ghani | |
Rajouri,August 16 (Scoop News)-President of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Ms. Mehbooba Mufti, today visited various flood-affected areas of Rajouri district and interacted with victims and families affected by the recent flash floods and cloudburst.
During her visit, Ms. Mehbooba Mufti expressed deep concern over the extensive damage caused by the floods. She said that residential houses, agricultural land and business establishments have suffered severe damage, leaving numerous families in distress. She also expressed anguish over the loss of lives caused by the cloudburst and flash floods.
Interacting with the affected people, Ms. Mehbooba Mufti was informed that many vic... |
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Other Stories |
| CEO FSSAI convenes interactive session with Food Business Operators | | assures support for strengthening food safety infrastructure | |
Jammu/Srinagar, August 18 (Scoop News)-Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), Rajit Punhani, today chaired an interactive session with the representatives of Food Business Operators (FBOs), trade and industry associations and other stakeholders at the SKICC, Srinagar.
They discussed issues related to food safety, regulatory compliance, testing infrastructure, training and ease of doing business in Jammu and Kashmir.
The session was attended by Devesh Kumar Mahla, Director, Northern Region, FSSAI; Khalid Jahangir, Commissioner, Food & Drugs Administration, J&K; Joint Commissioner Food Safety, Deputy Commissioners Food Safety, Jammu/Kashmi... |
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| | DC Srinagar inaugurates ICT Labs in five Government Schools | | Calls for stronger public-private-community partnerships to advance equitable opportunities and sustainable social development | |
Srinagar, August 18 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo, on Tuesday inaugurated state-of-the-art ICT Labs established in five Government Schools across the District under a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative funded by NTT DATA and implemented by ELFA International, marking a significant step towards strengthening digital education and expanding equitable access to technology-enabled learning opportunities.
The inauguration ceremony was held at Government Girls Higher Secondary School (GGHSS), Nawakadal, where Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Akshay Labroo, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and inaugurated the ICT Labs established in five educ... |
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| | NIT Srinagar begins UG admissions; 90 candidates enrol on first day | | PG admission process completed at the Institute | 
Srinagar, August 18 (Scoop News)-The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar on Thursday commenced admissions to its undergraduate programme, with around 90 candidates completing the admission process on the first day. The admissions will continue over the next few days.
The first phase of admissions began for the Civil Engineering programme, with 90 students completing their admission formalities on Thursday.
Dean Academic Affairs, Prof. B.A. Mir, said the Institute has put in place comprehensive arrangements to ensure a smooth and hassle-free admission process for students a... |
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| | J&K ACB files charge-sheet against 10 accused persons, including 07 SMC officers | | | Srinagar, August 18 (Scoop News)-Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau produced Chargesheet in case FIR No. 06/2023 of P/S ACB Srinagar for the commission of offences U/S 5 (1) (d) r/w 5 (2) J&K PC Act Svt. 2006 120-B, RPC, Section 4(A) RD Act, Section 9-A r/w section 20 of Evacuees (Administration of Property) 1949 AD before the Hon’ble Court of Special Judge Anti-Corruption Srinagar against 10 accused persons including 07 officers of the Srinagar Municipal Committee (SMC) and 03 private individuals in connection with abuse of official position, criminal conspiracy, and conferring undue benefit to private beneficiaries.
The instant case was registered following allegations that off... |
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| | CGPWA celebrates I-Day, mass singing of Vande Mataram, patriotic songs | | 
Jammu,August 16 (Scoop News)-The Central Govt Pensioners’ Welfare Association, Jammu (CGPWA) celebrated India’s 80th Independence Day on 15th August at its Wazarat Road office premises with full national fervor and gaiety. More than sixty pensioners assembled to greet each other on Independence Day. On arrival, each was presented Tricolor Angvastr and a small flag.
The President, Kuldeep Khoda along with Dr Ashok Bhan, Ashok Angurana and B R Sharma hoisted the national flag amidst singing of national anthem. Earlier, all members jointly sang Vande Mataram for the first time. The highlig... |
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| | Divyangjan’s Tiranga Rally & Rangoli contest mark Tiranga Mahotsav | | 
Jammu August 14,(Scoop News)- The Central Government Pensioners’ Welfare Association (CGPWA) Jammu, alongside the N K Jain Foundation and Pharose Remedies Ltd, today celebrated Tiranga Mahotsav-26 with the specially-abled (Divyangjan) students of the School for Hearing Handicapped, run by J&K Samaj Kalyan Kendra (SKK).
The Additional Dy Commissioner, Jammu Ms Ansuya Jamwal was the chief Guest while former DGP Dr Ashok Bhan, a life member of SKK was the Guest of Honour. Dr Bhan flagged off the Tiranga Rally from the school premises in which about one hundred Divyangjan took part besides te... |
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| | SKUAST-K, NIFT Srinagar sign MoU to strengthen Collaborative Research, Innovation and Academic Exchange | | |
Srinagar, August 14 (Scoop News)- Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) and the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Srinagar, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaborative research, innovation, product development and academic exchange, with a special focus on adding value to Jammu and Kashmir’s rich fibre resources.
The agreement was signed at SKUAST-K, Shalimar, in the presence of Prof. Nazir Ahmad Ganai, Vice Chancellor, SKUAST-K, and Prof. Monica Gupta, Director, NIFT Srinagar, along with senior university officials, faculty members and representatives of both institutions.
The collabo... |
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| | SKUAST-K trains Ladakh Veterinary Officers in Future-Ready Livestock Farming | | |
Ganderbal, August 14 (Scoop News)- A 15-day capacity-building programme for veterinary officers from Ladakh on “Future-Ready Livestock Farming” was inaugurated at the Faculty of Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry (FVSc & AH), Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K), Shuhama.
Organised by the Division of Livestock Production and Management (LPM), FVSc & AH, the training aims to equip field-level veterinary officers with contemporary scientific knowledge, emerging technologies and practical approaches to strengthen livestock productivity, animal health and farmer livelihoods in the challenging Himalayan region.
Prof. Riaz Ahmad S... |
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