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Top Stories of The Day |
| LG calls upon all the officials, social organizations to pledge to protect and promote rights of Divyangjans | | attends International Day of Persons with Disabilities event at Jammu |  Jammu, December 03 (Scoop News)- “I salute the resilience, determination and potential of Divyangjans. We are committed to building a system that aligns with their dreams and aspirations, eliminating all challenges and barriers,” the Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha said on Wednesday. He was speaking at an “International Day of Persons with Disabilities” event at Padma Shri Padma Sachdev Government College for Women, Gandhi Nagar.
The event was organized by Composite Regional Centre for Skill Development, Rehabilitation and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (CRC), Jammu under the theme: "Celebrating Ability, Preserving Culture". The global theme for this year's International Day of Persons with Disabilities is "Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress".
In his address, the Lieutenant Governor called upon all the officials and social organiz... |
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| CM Omar Abdullah hands over appointment letters, regularisation orders | | Promises transparency, simplified process in compassionate appointments | 
Jammu, December 03 (Scoop News)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today reiterated his government’s commitment to clearing the backlog of compassionate appointments under SRO-43 and the Rehabilitation Assistance Scheme (RAS-2022), assuring that all necessary relaxations would be granted wherever required to simplify and make the entire process fully transparent.
The Chief Minister was speaking at a function organised at the Convention Centre here where he handed over appointment orders to candidates under SRO-43 and RAS-2022, besides issuing regularisation orders to Contingent Paid Workers (... |
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| | CS pushes for modernization of KU & JU Music & Fine Arts Institutes | |  Jammu, December 02 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a meeting to review the ongoing expansion and augmentation plans for the Institutes of Music & Fine Arts associated with the University of Kashmir and the University of Jammu.
The meeting was attended by the Additional Chief Secretary, Higher Education Department; Vice Chancellors of the two Universities; Divisional Commissioner, Jammu; and other senior officers.
The Chief Secretary underscored the crucial role of these institutes in nurturing and polishing the artistic and musical talents of J&K’s youth. He obs... |
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| | High level BJP delegation meets Union Health Minister | | raises concern over SMVD Hospital MBBS admission issue | 
Jammu,December 02 (Scoop News)-A high-level delegation of the Jammu and Kashmir Bharatiya Janata Party (J&K BJP) called on Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare J. P. Nadda in New Delhi to discuss the growing controversy surrounding admissions to the MBBS seats in Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME), Katra, run by the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB).
The delegation comprised J&K BJP President and MP (Rajya Sabha) Sat Sharma, Union MoS in PMO Dr. Jitendra Singh, LoP Sunil Sharma, MP (Lok Sabha) Jugal Kishore Sharma, MP (Rajya Sabha) Ghulam ... |
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| | CS chairs MDC on traffic management to advance mobility improvements in twin capital cities | | 
Jammu, December 01 (Scoop News)- Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today presided over a meeting of the Multi-Disciplinary Committee (MDC) on Traffic Management Systems for Jammu and Srinagar, to take a comprehensive look at the measures already undertaken and those proposed for easing congestion, strengthening road safety, and improving overall urban mobility in both cities.
The meeting witnessed participation of senior administrative and police officials, including ACS, PWD, Principal Secretary, Home; Commissioner Secretary, H&UDD; Divisional Commissioner, Jammu/Kashmir; IGP, Traffic; Sec... |
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Ladakh News |
| Watershed Mahotsav Celebrated at Basgo Micro Watershed, WDC–05, Leh Nimmo Project | | |
Leh Nimmo,December 02 (Scoop News)-The Watershed Mahotsav was celebrated today at the Basgo Micro Watershed under the Leh Nimmo Project, WDC–05, with great enthusiasm and active community participation. Shri A.G. Zargar, ACD RDD & PRI, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The event was also attended by Naib Tehsildar Nimmo, Shri Mushtaq Ahmed, the Nambardar, Chairpersons/Secretaries of various Micro Watersheds, SHGs, UGs, teachers and students of Govt. High School Nimmo, farmers, and local community members.
Community representatives—including the Nambardar, local leaders, and MWS functionaries—expressed gratitude to IWMP Leh (Watershed Department) for implementing impactful Soil & ... |
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| | Ladakh Subordinate Services Staff Selection Board Conducts Training Session for Centre Supervisors, Invigilators | | |
Agling, Leh,December 02 (Scoop News)-The Ladakh Subordinate Services Staff Selection Board (LSSSSB) today conducted a comprehensive training session for Centre Supervisors, Invigilators, and other examination functionaries engaged for the upcoming Matriculation Level Examination, scheduled for Sunday, 7th December 2025. The training was held at the Panchayat Resource Centre, Agling.
The session was briefed by Dr. Zahida Bano, JKAS, Secretary, LSSSSB, and conducted by Sh. Jigmet Angchuk, JKAS, Under Secretary, LSSSSB, who delivered a detailed orientation on the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to be followed on the day of the examination. The training covered essential instruction... |
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| | Parents’ Day-cum-Community Mobilisation Event Held at MS Girls Deskit, Nubra | | |
Deskit, Nubra, December 02 (Scoop News)-MS Girls Deskit, Nubra organised a Parents’ Day-cum-Community Mobilisation event today with enthusiastic participation from parents, students, villagers, and local stakeholders. Ms. Sonam Dolkar, ZEO Nubra, graced the programme as the Chief Guest, while former Honourable Executive Councillor for Education, Mr. Tsering Angchuk, attended as the Guest of Honour.
The event witnessed the presence of the Principal of HSS Deskit, ZEPO, Headmaster of MS Boys Deskit, and other dignitaries, along with villagers from Deskit, Goba, Ama Tsogspa, parents, and students.
In her address, Chief Guest Ms. Sonam Dolkar appreciated the commendable efforts of the Headm... |
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| | Bhupesh Choudhary announces extension of Early Bird Incentive under Ladakh Electric Vehicle Policy | | Urges people to avail the subsidy under the policy | |
Leh, December 02 (Scoop News)-The Administrative Secretary, Transport Department, UT Ladakh, Shri Bhupesh Choudhary, IAS briefed the media on the extension of the Early Bird Incentive, aimed at providing subsidy, under the Ladakh Electric Vehicle and Allied Infrastructure Policy, 2022. This subsidy component (Early Bird Incentive) under the EV policy has now been extended up to 31st March, 2027, aimed at boosting the adoption of electric vehicles across Ladakh.
During the briefing, Shri Choudhary stated that the Government of Ladakh is committed to promoting sustainable mobility by making electric vehicles more affordable and accessible for the public, transport operators and governmen... |
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| | Tashi Gyaltson, Ashok Koul address meeting of BJP Ladakh | | Senior Congress leader Rinchen Tundup joins BJP Ladakh | 
Khaltse, Ladakh, December 02 (Scoop News)- The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) today convened a significant general meeting in Khaltse to further consolidate the party’s presence and organizational activities across the Union Territory of Ladakh.
The meeting was chaired by Tashi Gyaltson Khachu, State President, Bhartiya Janata Party, UT Ladakh, and was held in the presence of Ashok Koul, General Secretary (Organization) Jammu-Kashmir and Ladakh, and Tashi Gyaltson, Former Chairman, LAHDC Leh.
The gathering witnessed enthusiastic participation from the Ex-Councillor of the Sham region, P... |
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| | LSSSSB releases Admit Cards for Matriculation Level Examination | | |
Leh, , December 01 (Scoop News)- The Ladakh Subordinate Staff Services Selection Board (LSSSSB) has released the Admit Cards for the Matriculation Level Examination scheduled to be held on 07 December 2025 (Sunday).
As per the public notice issued by LSSSSB, all candidates appearing for the examination—scheduled in accordance with Public Notice No. 08 dated 08.11.2025—are informed that their Admit Cards are now available for download.
Candidates can download their Admit Cards from the official website:
https://lssssb.ladakh.gov.in
The download facility will remain available until 06 December 2025.
Candidates must download and print their Admit Cards and carry the printed copy... |
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| | Crisil Foundation Completed Far-Reaching Community Engagement | | in “Mimang-Si-sJabstogs – Administration at Your Doorstep” Public outreach programs | |
Leh,December 01 (Scoop News)- Crisil Foundation successfully completed a wide-ranging community engagement initiative across all blocks of Leh district as part of the District Administration’s “Mimang-Si-sJabstogs – Administration at Your Doorstep” public outreach campaign.
Crisil Foundation empanelled by Reserve Bank of India (RBI) funded under DEA Fund & FIF NABARD supported by State Bank of India (SBI) to implement Moneywise Centre for Financial Literacy CFL Project under supervision of Lead District Manager participated in public outreach programs scheduled across all blocks of Leh.
During the public outreach camps, CFL staff collaborated with officials from participating bank... |
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| | UT Ladakh Administration extends EBI under Ladakh Electric Vehicle | | and Allied Infrastructure Policy, 2022 | |
Leh, December 01 (Scoop News)- The Transport Department, Administration of the Union Territory of Ladakh has announced the extension of the Early Bird Incentive (EBI) under the Ladakh Electric Vehicle and Allied Infrastructure Policy, 2022, up to 31st March 2027, with immediate effect.
The Ladakh Electric Vehicle and Allied Infrastructure Policy, notified vide Order No. 09-Trans(UTL) of 2022 dated 17.08.2022, initially offered a one-year Early Bird Incentive to promote Electric Vehicle adoption by providing subsidies/rebates on the ex-showroom prices of various categories of EVs.
Following the expiry of the initial incentive period, EV adoption remained low across Ladakh.
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Debate |
| Honouring those who braved the brunt of militancy | | |
K N Pandita
Externally sponsored and internally abetted armed insurgency in the Kashmir Valley and the adjoining regions of Jammu is running its 36th year. The security forces and their affiliates, in particular the J&K Police force, have performed a crucial role and made valuable sacrifices in securing the Kashmiri civilian population from the man-made scourge of terror.
The concept, planning and execution of armed insurgency, which employed high skills of involving the local majority population of Kashmir, overtly or covertly, into the plan of creating a multi-faceted wedge in Kashmir civil society, remains a rare negative achievement of the handlers of Kashmir militancy.
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| | SMVDS Medical College Faces Uproar | | |
K N Pandita
Chief Minister Omar Abdulla defends a bizarre and controversial event that happened recently at the SMVD Hospital at Kakriyal, Katra. The admission of MBBS students in the SMVD Medical College has become a subject of controversy.
The controversy erupted in Jammu and Kashmir after 42 out of 50 MBBS seats at the newly established Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME) went to Muslim students in the first-ever admission cycle for the 2025–26 session. This development has sparked strong reactions from the BJP’s J&K unit and several right-wing groups, which are demanding the cancellation of the “merit-based list” released through the NEET cou... |
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| | Minority Status for SMVDIME To Address Hindu Sentiments | | Straight Talk | |
K B Jandial
The ongoing turmoil surrounding admission of the first batch of fifty MBBS students for the 2025-26 academic year at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence (SMVDIME) has exposed the systemic fault lines and sensitive issue of Hindu Muslim parity in J&K. What should have been a routine academic exercise has escalated into a full-blown crisis, fuelling unending public protests of different sections of civil society especially the Hindu organisations. It has caused public anxiety, student resentment, and institutional embarrassment. At the heart of the issue lies the stark imbalance in admissions—a problem that reflects deeper regional shortcomings.
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| | US Weighs Selling F-35 To Saudi Arabia | | |
Asad Mirza
US President Donald Trump has said he is considering Saudi Arabia’s request to buy F-35 fighter jets, as intelligence officials warn China could gain access to the aircraft’s latest American technology. The sale has also raised Israeli concerns as it will bring the Saudi fighters closer to Israel.
US President Donald Trump last week said on Friday (November 14) that he is pondering a deal to supply Saudi Arabia with F-35 stealth fighter jets, which are made by Lockheed Martin. The potential sale comes at a time when Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will meet Trump at the White House this week, when they are expected to sign economic and defence agreements.
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| | TTP and BLA: Security Guarantees for Afghanistan and India | | |
By Fatima Baloch
The religious insurgent group Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) emerged in 2007 amid the Afghan Taliban’s resistance against U.S. and NATO forces. Simultaneously, it launched a campaign against Pakistan’s military establishment, aiming to dismantle the military-dominated state, overthrow its controlled democracy, and establish an Islamic Sharia-based government modeled after the Afghan Taliban—known as Tehrik-e-Taliban Afghanistan (TTA). Its vision: a corruption-free, justice-oriented Islamic Pakistan.
Meanwhile, in Balochistan, the secular Baloch nation continues its struggle for independence under the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA), seeking to establish a... |
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| | American deep state and Kashmiri Brahmans | | |
K N Pandita
On September 1, the World News reported that President Trump's Trade Advisor, Peter Navarro, doubled down on his accusation that India is profiting from the Russia-Ukraine war by buying Moscow's oil at a discount, refining it, and selling it to buyers in Europe and elsewhere. In an interview with Fox News, Navarro dubbed New Delhi a "laundromat for the Kremlin" and slammed the country's elite for profiteering "at the expense of the Indian people."
Trump's trade czar claimed India didn't buy much oil from Russia before its full-scale assault on Ukraine, but now it was fuelling "the Russian war machine." "India is nothing but a laundromat for the Kremlin...You got Brahm... |
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| | Trump-Xi Meeting: Just Optics, No Concrete Deliverables | | 
Asad Mirza
The much-awaited meeting between the US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, finally took place last week in Busan, South Korea. Reportedly, the two adversaries reached a wide-ranging trade and economic agreement at the meeting. The deal addresses fentanyl precursors, rare earth export controls, tariffs, and semiconductor trade restrictions, signalling a possible stabilisation in US-China ties.
The Busan meeting between US President Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, happened after a gap of six years, though as pointed out by President X... |
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| | Mumbai Attack: The Darkest Chapter in India’s Fight Against Terrorism | | |
by Farooq Ganderbali
The 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks remain one of the most horrific assaults on Indian soil, shaking the nation’s conscience and exposing the brutal face of Pakistan-sponsored terrorism.
On the night of November 26, 2008, ten heavily armed gunmen, trained and sent by Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) — a Pakistan-based terrorist organization — launched coordinated attacks across Mumbai. They carried automatic weapons and grenades, targeting innocent civilians in the bustling heart of India’s financial capital.
The attackers struck at multiple crowded locations — Chhatrapati Shivaji Railway Station, Leopold Café, two hospitals, a theatre, and three high-profile sit... |
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| Jammu News |
| SKK Divyangs celebrate World Divyang Day with dances | | 
Jammu,December 03 (Scoop News)- The J&K Samaj Kalyan Kendra, Jammu (SKK) today celebrated International Day of Persons with Disabilities, also called World Divyang Day in the premises of its School For Hearing Handicapped with enthusiasm and fervor. The students presented a cultural program which included dances on popular songs. Punjabi Gidda was the most entertaining item. They Danced on the recorded songs choreographed by the teachers through sign language.
The Principal of the School, Roshan Bhan was the Chief Guest.
The theme of this year’s Day was “Fostering disability inclusi... |
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| | Satish Sharma inaugurates Rooftop Solar Power Plant at JK Cable Car Corporation | | |
Jammu, December 02 (Scoop News)-With a view towards strengthening the Jammu & Kashmir’s renewable energy ecosystem, Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Transport, Information Technology, Youth Services & Sports, ARI & Trainings, Satish Sharma, today inaugurated the 143 KW Grid-Connected Rooftop Solar Power Plant installed at the JK Cable Car Corporation, Bahu Jammu.
The inauguration-cum-awareness programme was organized by the Jammu & Kashmir Energy Development Agency (JAKEDA) under the aegis of Science & Technology Department.
The event was attended by MLA Vikram Randhawa, CEO JAKEDA Dr P.R.Dhar, Additional CEO JAKEGA senior officials from JAKEDA, Science & Tech... |
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| | Sakeena Itoo officially launches CUJ’s Department of Performing Arts | | Witnesses Department’s maiden production ‘Jasma Odan’ at Abhinav Theatre | |
Jammu, December 02 (Scoop News)-Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, today officially launched the Department of Performing Arts of Cluster University of Jammu (CUJ) besides releasing the official logo of the department in a grand celebration held at Abhinav Theatre here today.
Addressing the gathering on the occasion, Sakeena Itoo highlighted that the inauguration marks a significant expansion of university’s academic and cultural landscape, aimed at nurturing the young talent in music, theatre, dance and allied art forms.
She expressed delight at witnessing the aspirations of young artists, calling establishment of the Department of P... |
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| | BJP Minority Morcha announces new office bearers, executive members,district presidents across J&K | | |
Jammu, December 02 (Scoop News)- In consultation with Sat Sharma (CA), Rajya Sabha MP and President BJP J&K, and Ashok Koul, General Secretary (Organization) BJP J&K, Ranjodh Singh Nalwa, President BJP Minority Morcha, announced the nomination of new Office Bearers, Executive Members, and district presidents of the Minority Morcha for its smooth and effective functioning.
Bhupinder Singh (Retd. SSP), Amarjeet Singh, Narinder Jain, Muneera Begum, Rajinder Singh Raju, and Mubashir Azad have been nominated as Vice-Presidents. Imtiyaz Ahmad Bhat, Adv. Jasmeet Kour Pandey, and Dhamanjeet Singh have been nominated as General Secretaries. Dr. Surjeet Singh, Farooq Ahmad (BDC), Fareed Ahmed Fa... |
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| | Dogri Play Jasma Odan Stages a Successful Premiere at Abhinav Theatre | | 
Jammu, December 02 (Scoop News)- The Department of Performing Arts, School of Humanities and Liberal Arts, Cluster University of Jammu, in collaboration with the Jammu & Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture & Languages, successfully staged the premiere of the Dogri play Jasma Odan at Abhinav Theatre, Jammu.
Organized under the patronage of Hon’ble Vice Chancellor Prof. K. S. Chandrasekar, the event marked a significant cultural moment for the University. In his message, the Vice Chancellor emphasized the institution’s commitment to nurturing the performing arts, noting that celebrating our ... |
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| | NC Jammu Finalises Grand Preparations for 120th Birth Anniversary of Sheikh Abdullah | |  Jammu, December 02 (Scoop News)- The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference, Jammu, convened an important meeting to fine-tune preparations for the grand observance of the 120th birth anniversary of Sher-e-Kashmir Sheikh Muhammad Abdullah, scheduled to be held at the historic Sher-e-Kashmir Bhawan, Jammu on 5th of December, 2025.
Presided over by Provincial President Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta, the meeting drew enthusiastic participation from party functionaries. Senior leaders including Sheikh Bashir Ahmad Provincial Secretary Jammu and Babu Rampaul former minister and Central Zone Presi... |
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| | SKK Divyang Gets Woolen Sweaters | |  Jammu, December 02 (Scoop News)-On the eve of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, also called World Divyang Day, the students of the Handicapped students of the J&K Samaj Kalyan Kendra ( SKK) run School were today given woolen uniform sweaters to brave the winter months.
The President of the SKK, K B Jandial distributed the sweaters among students. Among those present on the occasion included V K Padha, B. B. Magotra, both members of Executive Committee of the SKK
These sweaters were donated by a philanthropist Rohan, a Goldsmith from Billawar, He has been donating ... |
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| | Pawan Sharma Slams Government for Neglecting Dogri | | Demands Teaching from Primary to University Level | |
Jammu, December 01 (Scoop News)- BJP State Secretary Pawan Sharma today strongly criticized the continuous neglect of the Dogri language by the Omar Abdullah government and demanded immediate steps to make Dogri compulsory from primary classes up to the university level. He said it is unacceptable that despite Dogri being listed in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution, the government has repeatedly failed to provide the required academic support and institutional backing.
Sharma said Dogri is the soul of Jammu’s cultural identity, yet successive NC-Congress-PDP governments have sidelined it in school curricula, teacher recruitment, higher education, and cultural promotion. He deman... |
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Kashmir News |
| Padma Shri Awardee Dr. Milind Pralhad assumes Office as Chairman, Board of Governors, NIT Srinagar | | 
Srinagar, December 03 (Scoop News)- Padma Shri awardee and distinguished entrepreneur Dr. Milind Pralhad Kamble on Wednesday formally assumed charge as the Chairman of the Board of Governors (BOG) of the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, marking the beginning of a new chapter of leadership for the premier engineering institution.
Dr. Milind was accompanied by Cmdr. Kesavan Baskkaran (Retd.), Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of IIM Jammu. They were received at the Srinagar International Airport by Deputy Registrar (Administration, Director’s Office) Faisal Irshad Ganai, ... |
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| | Zaiba Aapa institute observes International Day for persons with Disabilities | | 
Bijbehara, December 03 (Scoop News)-Humanity Welfare Organization Helpline commemorated World Disability Day 2025 with a high-profile program held on December 3 at Zaiba Aapa Institute of Inclusive Education, Bijbehara. The event saw participation from around 300 children with diverse disabilities and their parents, who showcased their capabilities through cultural performances, speeches, and other demonstrations of talent.
DIG South Kashmir Range, Javed Iqbal Matoo IPS, graced the occasion as chief guest, lauding Zaiba Aapa Institute as a pioneering model positively impacting the disab... |
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| | IUST Holds BoRS meeting for School of Sciences | | |
Awantipora, December 02 (Scoop News)-The School of Sciences, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), held its 5th meeting of the Board of Research Studies (BoRS) to discuss key academic and research matters and to deliberate on strategies aimed at strengthening the research environment of the University.
The meeting was presided over by Prof. Shakil A. Romshoo, Vice Chancellor, IUST, and attended by senior faculty members and leading academic experts from reputed institutions. The program was coordinated by Dr. Aabid Hussain Shalla, Dean Research, who at the onset highlighted the major research initiatives and achievements of the University, with a particular emphasis on p... |
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| | Police organises debate competition on drug abuse on the theme “Nasha Mukht Bharat Abhiyan” | | | Srinagar, December 02 (Scoop News)-As part of its ongoing efforts to promote awareness against drug abuse and strengthen community-police engagement, Police in Ganderbal organised a debate competition under the civic action programme at Government Higher Secondary School Ganderbal. The event centred around the theme “Nasha Mukht Bharat Abhiyan”, aiming to encourage students to speak against the Menace of Drugs and contribute towards building a healthy, drug-free society.
The programme was graced by DySP Headquarters Ganderbal Dr. Urfaan–JKPS and DySP DAR Shri Altaf Khan-JKPS, who interacted with the students and delivered insightful briefings on the importance of collective responsibili... |
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| | NABARD Delegation Visits IUST to Explore Collaboration for Rural Entrepreneurship & Innovation | | |
Awantipora, December 02 (Scoop News)-A high-level delegation from the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) visited the CIED–IUST Foundation IUST Innovation Campus, today to explore areas of collaboration for strengthening rural innovation, entrepreneurship, and livelihood-based enterprises in Jammu & Kashmir.
The delegation was led by Shri Vikas Mittal, General Manager, NABARD J&K, accompanied by Shri Manohar Lal, Deputy General Manager, NABARD Jammu, Shri Surinder Singh, Deputy General Manager, NABARD Srinagar, and around twenty team members from NABARD. The programme was presided over by Prof. A. H. Moon, Dean Academic Affairs, IUST and was attended by coordin... |
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| | Scaling New Heights: J&K Youth Embody Adventure and Discipline in Trekking Expeditions | | YSS Foster Leadership, Resilience, and Environmental Connection Through Organized Treks | 
Srinagar, December 02 (KIP)- The spirit of adventure and outdoor learning is flourishing across the Union Territory of J&K as Youth Services & Sports Department (YSS) in several districts successfully orchestrated trekking expeditions, underscoring a committed push towards holistic youth development. Young participants from Kishtwar, Ganderbal, Kupwara, and Bandipora districts displayed remarkable enthusiasm, discipline, and teamwork, embracing the challenges and beauty of the natural landscapes.
In Kishtwar, the seventh day of the Inter-Zonal District Level Residential Trekking Expedi... |
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| | Div Com Kashmir Reviews Physical, Financial Progress of SMDA Projects | | |
Srinagar, December 01 (Scoop News)- Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Anshul Garg, today conducted a comprehensive review of the physical and financial progress of various development projects being executed under the Srinagar Metropolitan Development Authority (SMDA).
The meeting was attended by the Deputy Commissioners of Srinagar, Budgam, and Ganderbal; Commissioner SMC; Vice Chairman SDA; CEO Wullar Manasbal Development Authority; Town Planning Officer; CPO Bandipora and other concerned officials.
During the review, the Divisional Commissioner assessed the status of works on key projects including the development of Transport Nagar Parimpora, construction of community f... |
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| | IUST Hosts Industrial Connect Program on Data Analytics and Decision-Making | | |
Awantipora, December 01 (Scoop News)- Under University’s Industry Connect Program, The Department of Mathematical Sciences, Islamic University of Science & Technology (IUST) organized a program with Mr. Zainul Arfin, Deputy Manager (Analytics), JSW Energy Ltd., Mumbai.
The program titled ‘From Data to Decisions: Analytics Landscape in Industries’ was aimed to provide the trainees exposure to real-time industry challenges and opportunities in Data Science, Analytics, and Applied Statistics. Mr. Arfin emphasized the importance of data-driven decision-making, emerging trends in analytics, and the growing role of mathematical and statistical tools in industrial growth and strategic develop... |
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Other Stories |
| Constant efforts being made to create inclusive, accessible environment for SAPs across J&K: Sakeena Itoo | | 
Jammu, December 03 (Scoop News)- Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo today said that the Government led by Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah is very particular about rights and needs of specially abled persons and constant efforts are being made to create an inclusive and accessible environment for Specially Abled Persons (SAPs) across Jammu and Kashmir.
The Minister stated this while addressing a grand event held at Convention Centre here to commemorate the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, under the theme ‘Fostering disability-i... |
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| | Dulloo reviews implementation of 4 new Labour Codes | | Reforms to simplify processes, reduce penal provisions, and strengthen worker rights | |
Jammu, December 02 (Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a high-level meeting to review the implementation status of the four new Labour Codes, one of India’s most significant labour reforms aimed at simplifying compliance systems and improving worker welfare across Jammu & Kashmir.
The meeting was attended by the Secretary Labour & Employment, Secretary IT, Secretary Law, Labour Commissioner, Director Industries & Commerce Jammu and other senior officers.
The Chief Secretary noted that consolidation of multiple labour legislations into four streamlined codes marks a major milestone in enhancing the ease of doing business while reinforcing rights and protections f... |
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| | Modern charkhas provided in all Pashmina Spinning Centres of Handicrafts & Handloom Dept | | | Srinagar,December 02 (Scoop News)-In order to secure the indigenous process of hand-spinning of world-famous Pashmina wool, the Department of Handicrafts and Handloom, Kashmir, has replaced traditional charkhas with 213 Modern Charkhas in all its 16 Pashmina Spinning Training Centres with an intake capacity of 20 trainees in each centre.
These training centres are functional in Srinagar, Pulwama, Shopian, Kulgam, Baramulla, Ganderbal, Anantnag and Bandipora districts.
Sharing details in a press statement issued here today, a spokesman of the Department stated that the modern spinning charkhas designed by SKUAST Kashmir provide a healthy posture to the spinners, who earlier had to sit ... |
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| | Government Polytechnic Reasi organized various activities to observe World AIDS Day | | |
Jammu, December 02 (Scoop News)-Red Ribbon Club of Government Polytechnic College Reasi in collaboration with J&K State AIDS Control society organized various activities in the institution to commemorate the Worlds AIDS Day. The activities were conducted under the guidance of Principal Er Arun Bangotra, Government Polytechnic Reasi. The programme was designed to educate students and the local community about HIV/AIDS prevention, early detection, and the importance of eliminating stigma.
More than 50 students participated in the Poster making competition with great zeal and enthusiasm and expressed their thought through posters. The first prize went to Rinku Kumar 1st semester student o... |
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| | Action against illegal mining: Police seize 7 vehicles, 4 JCBs in Shopian, Pulwama | | |
Srinagar, December 02 (Scoop News)-In its sustained efforts to curb illegal mining activities, Police have seized four JCBs and seven vehicles involved in the unauthorized extraction and transportation of minerals in Shopian and Pulwama.
During routine patrolling, a police party from Police Station Shopian intercepted two JCBs and one dumper found extracting minerals illegally without valid royalty documents. Accordingly, FIR No. 259/2025 under relevant sections of law has been registered at Police Station Shopian and investigation has been initiated.
In Pulwama, Police teams from Police Station Litter conducted focused drive checks at Rambi Ara, village Nikloora, and successfully i... |
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| | J&K Police solves 02 theft cases in Sopore; 02 accused arrested | | |
Srinagar, December 01 (Scoop News)- J&K Police in Sopore have solved 02 theft cases by apprehending 02 accused persons involved in the commission of crime and recovered stolen property from their possession.
Police Station Bomai received a complaint from Abdul Rashid Mir, resident of Nathipora, regarding theft of goods from his shop, (Al-Fajar Departmental Store). Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 60/2025 under Sections 305, 331(4) BNS was registered and investigation was initiated. During the enquiry, several suspects were examined, and on 29 November 2025, one suspect person namely Ghulam Mohammad Lone, son of Abdul Jabbar Lone, resident of Yahama Handwara was brought in for questioni... |
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| | J&K Police solve fatal hit-and-run case in two hours in Kulgam | | |
Srinagar, December 01 (Scoop News)- J&K Police have successfully solved a fatal hit-and-run case within two hours of the incident in Kulgam.
Earlier today, a road accident occurred at Nipora, Mirbazar, in which Abdul Ahad Khanday son of Abdul Khaliq Khanday, (aged 87 years) resident of Nipora Mirbazar, was hit by an unknown vehicle while crossing the road. The injured was shifted to GMC Anantnag, where he was declared brought dead.
Acting swiftly, J&K Police obtained and analysed CCTV footage, through which the vehicle involved was identified as a white Mahindra Bolero bearing registration No. JK03L-9171. The said vehicle was subsequently seized. The driver involved in the accident... |
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| | Ex-CPMF Welfare Association asks GoI to address long-pending grievances | | ensure justice to retired CAPF personnel | |
Jammu, December 01 (Scoop News)- On the occasion of the 61st Raising Day of the Border Security Force (BSF), V. K. Sharma, Retired DIGP and Chairman of the Ex-Central Paramilitary Forces (CPMF), paid rich tributes to the martyrs of the force.
He extended heartfelt homage to all those who laid down their lives in service of the nation and saluted the courage of the Veer Naris, acknowledging their strength, resilience, and sacrifice.
Addressing a press conference today, Sharma praised the BSF for its unwavering vigilance, unmatched dedication, and steadfast commitment to the sovereignty and security of the country.
He conveyed his congratulations to officers, subordinate officers,... |
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