Thursday, October 8, 2026
 
 Top Stories of The Day
“No Voter to be Left Behind”: CEO J&K announces Weekend Voter Enrolment Drives
Special 2 days Drive on October 10, 11
Jammu, October 07 (Scoop News)- With the objective of ensuring that no eligible voter is left behind, Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), Jammu and Kashmir, Sanjeev Verma, today announced a two-day Special Intensive Voter Enrolment Drive across the Union Territory on October 10 (Saturday) and October 11 (Sunday), 2026, marking the beginning of a regular weekend voter facilitation initiative. The special drive will be conducted at all Polling Stations across Jammu and Kashmir from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on both days, providing eligible citizens with an accessible opportunity to enroll themselves as voters and update or correct their electoral particulars. The announcement was made during a review meeting chaired by the CEO with District Election Officers (DEOs), Electoral Registration Officers (EROs) and Assistant Electoral Registration Officers (AEROs) to review and finalize arrangements...
 
 
 Top Stories of the Day
CM Omar Abdullah inaugurates ₹30.35 Crore sports facility at Gindun Rajbagh
Srinagar, October 07 (Scoop News)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated a ₹30.35-crore package of sports infrastructure at the Sher-i-Kashmir Multi Sports Activity Centre (SKMSAC) at Gindun Rajbagh, marking a significant expansion of facilities for swimming and gymnastics in Jammu & Kashmir. The newly inaugurated facilities include a 50-metre × 25-metre, 10-lane Olympic-sized swimming pool, an all-weather heated training and toddler swimming pool, and a modern indoor gymnastics hall equipped with state-of-the-art equipment. Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister said...

CS Dulloo reviews progress on solarization of houses & govt buildings in J&K
Srinagar,October 07 (Scoop News)- Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today reviewed the progress on implementation of the solarization programme in Jammu and Kashmir, taking detailed stock of rooftop solar installations among residential consumers and solarization of Government buildings through CAPEX and RESCO modes under PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana here. The meeting besides ACS, Power was attended by Commissioner Secretary, S&T; MD, JPDCL/KPDCL; Chief Engineers; CEO, JAKEDA and other concerned officers. Deputy Commissioners attended the meeting through video conferencing. The Chief ...

CS assesses revised Climate Action Plan
calls for time-bound departmental action up to 2030
Srinagar, October 06(Scoop News)- Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a meeting to assess the revised Jammu & Kashmir State Action Plan on Climate Change (SAPCC 2.0), calling for further refinement of the plan by incorporating clearly defined, department-wise actions, outcomes and timelines up to 2030. The meeting was attended by several Administrative Heads including ACS, PDD; ACS, Tourism; ACS, PWD; Principal Secretary, DMRR&R; Commissioner Secretary, H&ME; Commissioner Secretary, Forests; Secretary, Transport; Principal Chief Conservator of Forests; Representatives from MoEFCC...

CM Omar Abdullah reviews preparations for Kashmir Marathon
Attractive prize money & the marathon venue should result in wider participation: CM
Srinagar, October 06 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today reviewed the preparations for the third edition of the Kashmir Marathon and called for a stronger national and international outreach to attract runners from across India and abroad and establish the event as a major global sporting attraction. Chairing a high-level meeting to review arrangements for the October 25 marathon, the Chief Minister directed the Tourism Department and other concerned agencies to intensify publicity for the event, including through leading running and fitness influencers. He called for invi...

 
 Ladakh News
Chief Secretary chairs 5th UTLCC, Focuses on Financial Literacy
and Digital Fraud Prevention Measures
Leh,October 07(Scoop News)- Chief Secretary, Union Territory of Ladakh, Ashish Kundra, today chaired the 5th Union Territory Level Coordination Committee (UTLCC) Meeting at Hotel Zen, Leh, to review measures related to financial literacy, consumer awareness, digital payment security and prevention of financial frauds. The meeting was held under the aegis of Shri Prabhakar Jha, Regional Director, Reserve Bank of India (RBI), UTs of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. Shri Prabhakar Jha gave an overview of the UTLCC framework and highlighted the need to strengthen financial literacy, public awareness and safeguards against financial and digital risks, particularly with increasing internet pene...

Two-Day Workshop on Mushroom Cultivation Concludes at GDC Zanskar
Zanskar, October 07(Scoop News)-The Department of Botany, Government Degree College (GDC) Zanskar, successfully organised a two-day workshop on “Empowering Women’s Livelihoods through Mushroom Cultivation in Zanskar” under the PM-USHA Scheme. The workshop aimed to create awareness about mushroom cultivation and highlight its potential as a sustainable livelihood and income-generating opportunity, particularly for women in the Zanskar region. The workshop was organised under the supervision and guidance of Dr. Amjad Ali Abbasi, Principal, GDC Zanskar, and convened by Dr. Mohd Hussain, Senior Assistant Professor, Department of Zoology. On the first day, Dr. Sabir Hussain delivered ...

Dyeing Technique Upgradation Course Concludes in Nubra under RAMP Programme
Leh, October 07(Scoop News)-The Department of Industries & Commerce, UT Ladakh, in collaboration with the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Srinagar, and Handicrafts & Handloom, Leh, successfully conducted and concluded a six-day Dyeing Technique Upgradation Course at Nubra from September 29 to October 4, 2026, under the Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance (RAMP) Programme of the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME), Government of India. The training programme aimed to enhance the technical capacities of local artisans and strengthen the textile value chain of Ladakhi products. A significant number of women artisans participated and received pra...

Meeting with Political Party Representatives Held
on Revision of Municipal Electoral Rolls in Leh
Leh,October 06 (Scoop News)- A meeting with representatives of various recognised political parties was convened today at the Municipality Office, Leh, in connection with the revision of the Municipal Electoral Rolls. The meeting was chaired by Sh. Atul Singh Mankotia, JKAS, Electoral Registration Officer (ERO), Leh. Both Assistant Electoral Registration Officers (AEROs) were also present. During the meeting, the representatives of the recognised political parties were apprised of the schedule for revision of the Municipal Electoral Rolls and the activities to be undertaken as per the notified timeline. The list of Booth Level Officers (BLOs) for the respective wards was also shared...

DC Zanskar Reviews Departmental Works, Directs Officers
to Ensure Dedicated Public Service
Zanskar, October 06(Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner, Zanskar, Shri. Omkar Rajendra Gundage, today chaired a meeting of district officers at the Dak Bungalow Conference Hall, Padum, to discuss the submission of proposals under untied grants and review overall departmental functioning. During the meeting, Heads of various departments apprised the Deputy Commissioner of various departmental issues and requested necessary intervention for their timely resolution. The Deputy Commissioner emphasized the need for effective coordination among departments for the timely implementation of developmental works and delivery of public services. Addressing administrative discipline, the DC specif...

Disaster Management and School Safety Training Programme held
at Moravian Mission School and Ladakh Public School
Leh, October 06(Scoop News)-Under the aegis of the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), Leh, in collaboration with the 13th Battalion of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), the Disaster Management and School Safety Training Programme continued today at Moravian Mission School and Ladakh Public School, Leh. The training programme was conducted at Moravian Mission School in the morning, followed by a separate session at Ladakh Public School in the afternoon. Students and staff of both schools actively participated in the programme. The sessions commenced with a welcome address by Inspector Puran Singh Negi, followed by lecture-cum-demonstrations by the NDRF team. Th...

DC Zanskar Reviews Departmental Works
Directs Officers to Ensure Dedicated Public Service
Zanskar, October 06(Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner, Zanskar, Shri. Omkar Rajendra Gundage, today chaired a meeting of district officers at the Dak Bungalow Conference Hall, Padum, to discuss the submission of proposals under untied grants and review overall departmental functioning. During the meeting, Heads of various departments apprised the Deputy Commissioner of various departmental issues and requested necessary intervention for their timely resolution. The Deputy Commissioner emphasized the need for effective coordination among departments for the timely implementation of developmental works and delivery of public services. Addressing administrative discipline, the DC specifi...

Visit of Director Sheep Husbandry, UT Ladakh to Director Sheep Husbandry, Kashmir
Leh,October 06(Scoop News)-The Director Sheep Husbandry, Union Territory of Ladakh, Dr. Iftikhar Hussain, paid a courtesy visit to the Director Sheep Husbandry, Kashmir, Dr. Bashrat Amin Khuthu. During the meeting, detailed discussions were held regarding the Kashmir Merino crossbreeding programme being implemented in Kashmir, as well as the Merino crossbreeding programme being undertaken in Ladakh. The two sides discussed in detail the performance and success of Merino crossbred sheep in both Kashmir and Ladakh. It was highlighted that Merino is a dual-purpose breed, known for its desirable characteristics for both quality wool production and mutton production, making it an impor...

 
 Debate
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...

IFFJK 2026: Kashmir Writes a New Story of Peace, Cinema and Hope
By Farooq Ganderbali The 1st International Film Festival of Jammu and Kashmir (IFFJK) 2026 is a proud and historic moment for the people of Jammu and Kashmir. Beginning in Srinagar, the festival brings together filmmakers, cinematographers, producers, curators and cinema professionals from India and abroad, giving Kashmir an important platform on the global cultural map. For Kashmir, this is not merely a celebration of cinema. It is also a celebration of peace, normalcy, tourism, culture, unity and the aspirations of its young people. For decades, Pakistan-sponsored te...

Bending Without Breaking: The Myth of Gen Z 'Regime Change’
Straight Talk
K B Jandial At times, an authoritarian family head bends to resolve discord and protect unity and harmony. While the family views this compromise as wise, neighbours might see it as a weakening of parental authority and the beginning of family division. Regardless of perceptions, the immediate crisis is averted. A nation is no different—a larger family where state authority occasionally bends before friction escalates out of hand. This is what has happened in India recently. Prime Minister Narendra Modi yielded to the little-known Cockroach Janta Party (CJP). Led by one, Abhijeet Dipke, a former AAP communication strategist, the Gen Z movement emerged from nowhere. Despite its ...

SCO Summit: PM Modi's Central Asian Chessboard
Asad Mirza Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Bishkek for the 26th SCO summit carrying momentum from Tashkent today, where India and Uzbekistan sealed a uranium deal and a strategic upgrade. Between countering terrorism, courting Central Asia's resources and outflanking China, the summit will test how far India's Eurasian ambitions can travel. The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) was founded in 2001, evolving out of the "Shanghai Five" security dialogue among China, Russia and three Central Asian states formed after the Soviet collapse. The SCO gives India a rare platform to engage Russia and China simultaneously while pressing its own agenda on terrorism, connecti...

Managed Pluralism: Tokayev’s Constitutional Gamble in Kazakhstan
Asad Mirza Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s ongoing political reset in Kazakhstan, represents a calculated effort, to restructure state power under the narrative of progressive constitutional reform. Following sweeping amendments to the country's constitutional framework, the establishment of a new unicameral legislature - the Kurultai - marks a defining moment in Central Asian politics. While framed by the administration as a modernisation step to streamline governance and enhance representation, the restructuring reinforces the central authority of the presidency. At the heart of this strategy is the concept of "managed pluralism." By dismantling former power netw...

 Jammu News
MMU Doda holds free medical camps at Bari, Bhargran,
121 individuals avail healthcare services
Doda, October 07 (Scoop News)- The Health Department Doda, under Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) initiative, today organized free medical camps at Bari and Bhargran villages of Medical Block Assar. As many as 121 individuals were examined at the twin camps. They were provided free medical consultation with screening and diagnostic tests, besides essential medicines. The health team also sensitized the public about preventive healthcare practices and the importance of timely medical consultation for early detection of diseases. In addition, awareness regarding the JK Sehat App was imparted to the beneficiaries. They were provided hands-on assistance and guidance for completing registrat...

J&K Prosecution Department secures conviction in NDPS case
Jammu, October 07 (Scoop News)- The Prosecution Department of Jammu and Kashmir today highlighted three significant judicial outcomes of 5 and 6 October 2026, achieved through the dedication, thorough preparation and persuasive advocacy of its prosecutors. On 6 October 2026, the Principal District & Sessions Judge, Poonch Susheel Singh, convicted Sherbaz Ahmed, Anzar Ahmed and Rafiq Azam under Section 8/21 (c) of the NDPS Act in the case registered as FIR No. 56/2022 at Police Station Mendhar. The Court held that a total of four kilograms of heroin, a commercial quantity, was recovered. The Ld. Public Prosecutor Pankaj Sethi examined 27 PWs out of the 29 cited witnesses, including naka...

Seva Jyoti Yatra carries message of service, patriotism and nation-building across J&K
Srinagar/Jammu, October 07 (Scoop News)- The spirit of service, patriotism and nation-building echoed across Jammu & Kashmir as the Bharatiya Janata Party organized the ‘Seva Jyoti Yatra’ and ‘Viksit Bharat Sankalp Sabhas’ across the Union Territory under the ongoing Seva Sankalp Abhiyan, marking 25 years of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s public service and dedication to the nation. The main programme was held at KK Resort, Jammu, where BJP J&K President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma (CA), General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, MLAs Sham Lal Sharma, Dr Narender Singh, Yudhvir Sethi...

Rights, Not Charity: Women Demand Timely Elections
NC Government Must Stop Delaying Democracy: Rajni Sethi
Jammu, October 06 (Scoop News)-BJP Spokesperson Rajni Sethi today strongly criticized the National Conference government for its continued silence and lack of clarity over the conduct of BDC, DDC and Urban Local Bodies elections in Jammu and Kashmir, stating that women are demanding their democratic rights, not charity or political favours. Women in Jammu and Kashmir have consistently fought for their rightful place in society and public life, irrespective of which political party was in power. The question today is simple: Why should women still have to struggle for their basic democratic and political rights? After a long gap, Urban Local Bodies elections were held in 2018, p...

Illegal Immigrants Must Be Identified and Deported Without Delay: BJP
Jammu, October 06 (Scoop News)-The process of identifying, locating and deporting illegal immigrants from Bangladesh and Myanmar residing in Jammu Kashmir must be expedited with the urgency warranted by the security situation, said Girdhari Lal Raina, former MLC and spokesperson, BJP J&K. Raina welcomed the reported deportation of around 600 Bangladeshi nationals identified as illegally residing in the Union Territory, including the first batch of 150 persons flown from Srinagar to Bagdogra for onward deportation. However, he said the pace of the exercise needs to be substantially increased and all confirmed cases should be dealt with without unnecessary delay. He said Jammu Ka...

4 families of road accident victims get compensation in Kishtwar
Kishtwar,October 06 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kishtwar Pankaj Kumar Sharma today disbursed Rs. 4 lakh as compensation under the J&K Road Accident Victim Fund, based on the cases submitted by ARTO. An amount of Rs. 1 lakh each was disbursed to the legal heirs of four deceased road accident victims. This UT government's initiative aims to extend timely financial support to those affected by road accidents and reflects the District Administration's continued commitment towards assisting bereaved and distressed families. The families who received compensation are Geeta Devi W/o Late Rajinder Kumar of Tagood; Guddi Devi W/o Late Rakesh Kumar of Paddar; Sudesha Devi W/o Late ...

DC Rajesh Sharma inaugurates tournament; calls upon players
to pursue sports career with dedication, discipline
Kathua, October 06 (Scoop News)- The inter-district division level annual (all age groups) Badminton tournament for boys and girls commenced today at the Indoor Stadium Kathua. The District Youth Services and Sports Department is hosting the divisional-level sports event. Deputy Commissioner Rajesh Sharma was the chief guest at the inaugural function. He declared the tournament open. CPO Ranjeet Thakur, DYSSO Sunil Kumar, besides officials from the department of Youth Services and Sports were present on the occasion. Interacting with the participating players, the Deputy Commissioner urged them to uphold the true spirit of sportsmanship, discipline and dedication while striving for ex...

DC Rajesh Sharma inaugurates tournament; calls upon players
to pursue sports career with dedication, discipline
Kathua, October 06 (Scoop News)- The inter-district division level annual (all age groups) Badminton tournament for boys and girls commenced today at the Indoor Stadium Kathua. The District Youth Services and Sports Department is hosting the divisional-level sports event. Deputy Commissioner Rajesh Sharma was the chief guest at the inaugural function. He declared the tournament open. CPO Ranjeet Thakur, DYSSO Sunil Kumar, besides officials from the department of Youth Services and Sports were present on the occasion. Interacting with the participating players, the Deputy Commissioner urged them to uphold the true spirit of sportsmanship, discipline and dedication while striving for ex...

 
 Kashmir News
Hakeem Yaseen greets people on Urs of Hazrat Sheikh-ul-Aalam (RA)
Prays for peace, harmony and prosperity in J&K
Srinagar, October 07(Scoop News)-Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Front (PDF) and former Minister Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen on Wednesday extended greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir on the annual Urs of Hazrat Sheikh Noor-ud-Din Noorani (RA), popularly known as Sheikh-ul-Aalam and Alamdar-e-Kashmir. In a message, Yaseen prayed for lasting peace, harmony, brotherhood and prosperity in Jammu and Kashmir, saying the occasion should inspire people to uphold the values of compassion, tolerance and mutual respect. He said the life, teachings and poetry of Sheikh-ul-Aalam continue to serve as a source of spiritual guidance and emphasised the saint’s message of self-purification, si...

MLA Kulgam reviews JJM implementation
Stresses timely completion of works and reliable water supply
Kulgam, October 06 (Scoop News)- Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Kulgam, M.Y. Tarigami today reviewed the implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) during a meeting held at the Conference Hall of Mini-Secretariat, Kulgam. The meeting held a detailed review of the progress of various JJM works and schemes, including household coverage, status of ongoing works, functionality of water supply schemes and issues affecting the provision of drinking water. MLA also called for timely redressal of public grievances related to drinking water supply and JJM works and emphasised that the concerns of people should be addressed on priority and that the benefits of the Mission reach every...

Deputy CM lays foundation stone for Café House, Guest House at govt Silk Factory Rajbagh
Srinagar, October 06 (Scoop News)- Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, today laid the foundation stone for construction of Café House and renovation of existing Guesthouse at Government Silk Weaving Factory Rajbagh, a unit of Jammu and Kashmir Industries Limited. MLA, Lal Chowk Sheikh Ahsan Ahmed Pardesi, Commissioner Secretary, Industries and Commerce Department Vikramjit Singh besides others were present on the occasion. The project is being executed by the J&K Small Scale Industries Development Corporation Limited (JK SICOP) and aims to enhance the overall ambience of the premises while creating additional facilities for the visitors and stakeholders. The initiative is als...

Two-day Int'l Conference on Energy Systems concludes at NIT Srinagar
Srinagar,October 06 (Scoop News)-The Department of Mechanical Engineering, National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, in association with Dr B.R. Ambedkar National Institute of Technology (NIT) Jalandhar, hosted a two-day International Conference on Modelling, Simulation and Optimization of Energy Systems (MSOES-2026) on October 5 and 6. The conference brought together researchers, academicians and experts working in energy modelling, simulation, optimisation, renewable energy and sustainable energy systems. Experts from Dubai, the United States, Sri Lanka, Canada and Malaysia participated in the conference through online and offline modes. The conference was organised by Dr M...

Innovation Hat-Trick for IUST; Secures 4-Star Rating for Third Consecutive Year
Awantipora, October 06(Scoop News)-The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) has once again demonstrated its strong institutional commitment to innovation, entrepreneurship and start-up development by securing a 4-Star Rating in the Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC) Rankings 2024–25 of the Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India. The result, announced recently, marks the third consecutive year that IUST has achieved the 4-Star Rating, reaffirming the University’s sustained performance in fostering a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship across its academic ecosystem. IUST had secured a 3.5-Star Rating in 2021–22, followed by 4-Star Ratings in 2022–23, 2...

Autumn session of Assembly failed people, public issues buried under statehood politics: Altaf Thakur
Reservation, daily wagers, ASHA workers, vocational trainers, unemployed youth left waiting for answers
Srinagar, October 06(Scoop News)-BJP J&K spokesperson and senior BJP leader Altaf Thakur on Tuesday termed the J&K Assembly’s autumn session a “complete failure” and accused the Omar Abdullah-led National Conference government of turning the House into a platform for political posturing while leaving the pressing concerns of ordinary people unresolved. Thakur said the session failed to provide meaningful answers on reservation, recruitment, daily wagers, contractual employees, ASHA workers, vocational trainers, unemployment, development, price rise, healthcare, education, roads and other ...

First ever North Kashmir Women’s Sports Festival begins at GDC Women Sopore
Sopore, October 05(Scoop News)-The first ever North Kashmir Women’s Sports Festival commenced today at Government Degree College (GDC) for Women, Sopore, with around 900 athletes from 14 Degree Colleges and 5 Higher Secondary Schools participating in the three day mega event. Commissioner Secretary Higher Education, Ram Nivas Sharma, inaugurated the festival while Secretary in Higher Education Safqat Iqbal and SSP Sopore Iftikhar Talib were the guests of honour. Principal GDC Women Sopore Prof. Subeena Chiloo was also present. The inaugural ceremony commenced with an Izband ceremony pre...

CM Omar Abdullah calls Common Duct Policy 2026 major step towards modern urban infrastructure
Srinagar, October 05(Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today described the Jammu and Kashmir Common Duct Policy 2026 as a major step towards modernising urban infrastructure, improving utility management and creating cleaner and more orderly cityscapes across Jammu and Kashmir. Following approval by the Council of Ministers, the Government has notified the Jammu and Kashmir Common Duct Policy 2026, establishing a framework for shared underground utility corridors for power, water, telecom, gas, sewerage and digital networks. The policy mandates integration of common ducts in the planning and construction of new roads, while also providing for phased retrofitting of existing i...

 
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Anti Corruption Bureau conducted DVOs Conference
Srinagar, October 07(Scoop News)-Anti Corruption Bureau conducted Departmental Vigilance Officers (DVOs) Conference at ACB Hqrs. Peerbagh Srinagar. The Conference was inaugurated / Chaired by Sh. Shakti Pathak, IPS Director Anti Corruption Bureau alongwith other Senior officers of ACB Hqrs. J&K. The Conference was attended by 51 DVOs of Kashmir based Departments. The Director ACB J&K review the DVOs matter pending with them and stressed upon old matters to expedite on priority. He emphasized upon the need to conduct proper enquiry on the complaints which reflect any element of misconduct on part of the public servants and also advised the DVOs to furnish enquiry reports which clearly ...

Hindi Pakhwada concludes at NIT Srinagar, top performers felicitated
Srinagar, October 07(Scoop News)- The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar on Wednesday concluded its Hindi Pakhwada celebrations with a valedictory ceremony and felicitation of winners and participants who excelled in various competitions and Hindi language examinations. Organised by the Rajbhasha Cell, the programme featured competitions, awareness activities and training sessions aimed at encouraging the use of Hindi in official communication and strengthening its presence in the institute’s administrative functioning. The valedictory ceremony was presided over by Director NIT Srinagar, Prof. Anurag Misra, while noted multilingual writer and broadcaster Dr. Satish V...

J&K-PSA Discusses Waqf Schools Collaboration & Joint Educational Initiatives With Board Chairperson Dr. Darakhshan Andrabi
Budgam,October 07(Scoop News)-The (Regd.) J&K Private Schools Association Budgam (J&K-PSA) has called for greater collaboration between J&K Waqf Board educational institutions, private schools, government schools and cultural organisations to promote quality education while strengthening students’ connection with Jammu & Kashmir’s rich literary, spiritual and cultural heritage. During a meeting with Dr. Darakhshan Andrabi, Chairperson, J&K Waqf Board and Dr. Owais Mattoo, Director Media & Communications, J&K-PSA and District President, J&K-PSA Budgam, discussed several important issues concerning the education sector, institutional collaboration and the preservation of Kashmir’s ...

Rashtriya Nritya Pratibha 2026 Brings Together Dance Talent from Across India
New Delhi,October 06(Scoop News)-Rashtriya Nritya Pratibha 2026, a National Dance Competition organised by NKB Performing Arts, was held at the YMCA New Delhi Auditorium. Dancers from across India performed solo, duo and group pieces in Indian classical, folk and contemporary dance forms. The Chief Guest was Prof. Sudhir Kumar Sopory, a Padma Shri awardee, eminent scientist and former Vice Chancellor of JNU. Mrs. Meena Sopory graced the occasion as Special Guest. The jury included Guru Subhash Chander, former Prashikshak Guru at Kathak Kendra and associated with CCRT for over 20 years; Mrs. Namita Kulshreshtha, Winner of VG Mrs India 2025; and Ms. Swati, a Doordarshan-grad...

ICICI Bank brings back ‘Festive Bonanza’ with up to ₹7,000 cashback on new iPhones
and exciting festive offers
Mumbai, October 06(Scoop News)- ICICI Bank's annual 'Festive Bonanza' returns with attractive offers across leading brands in online shopping, mobile phones, electronics, travel, furniture and home decor, fashion, quick commerce, and more. Customers can enjoy exclusive deals, discounts and cashbacks, using ICICI Bank credit/debit cards, internet banking, cardless EMI, and no-cost EMI options. The Bank has partnered with Flipkart on its Big Billion Days sale, slated to begin from October 8, 2026, wherein customers can avail 10% discount across a range of products. The Bank offers instant cashback up to ₹7,000 on the new iPhone Duo^, iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, and up to...

Police Conducts Checking Drives at Mobile, SIM and Pesticide/Insecticide Shops In Baramull
Srinagar, October 05 (Scoop News)-As part of its continued efforts to prevent unlawful activities and ensure compliance with prescribed lregulations, Police in Baramulla conducted checking and inspection drives at various business establishments within the jurisdictions of Police Station Baramulla and Police Post Wussan. During the drive, Police Station Baramulla inspected mobile phone shops, SIM vendors and pesticide/insecticide shops, while Police Post Wussan conducted checks at mobile repair shops and mobile phone sellers. Shopkeepers and vendors were briefed and directed to maintain all requisite records and registers, including complete customer and device details, as mandated und...

Student innovations for greener future take centre stage at Cardiff School’s Annual Science Exhibition 2026
Budgam,October 05 (Scoop News)- In a vibrant celebration of scientific curiosity, creativity and innovation, The Cardiff School, Charar-i-Sharief, Budgam, hosted its Annual Science Exhibition, providing students with a dynamic platform to transform classroom learning into practical solutions for real-world challenges. The exhibition brought together students, educators, parents and members of the local community, who witnessed a wide range of innovative working models and scientific projects developed by students across different grades. The exhibits focused particularly on environmental sustainability, ecological conservation, renewable energy, resource management and sustainable...

Enforcement Wing Agri Deptt reviews measures to strengthen quality control of Inputs
Jammu,October 04 (Scoop News)-A comprehensive review meeting of the Enforcement Wing of the Agriculture Department, Jammu, was held today under the supervision of Director Law Enforcement, J&K, S. Balbir Singh, to review ongoing enforcement activities and strengthen the quality control mechanism for agricultural inputs across the Jammu Division. The meeting was attended by Assistant Director Law Enforcement, Jammu, S. Kuldeep Singh along with Law Enforcement Inspectors from different districts of the Jammu Division. The meeting focused on reviewing enforcement activities and ensuring the availability of standard and quality-certified seeds, pesticides and fertilizers to farmers. Detai...

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