Sunday, December 7, 2025
 
 Top Stories of The Day
Chief Secy leads inter-departmental drive to unlock MAP sector potential in J&K
Jammu, December 06 (Scoop News)- Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo today chaired a joint meeting of the Forest and Agriculture Production Departments along with the CSIR–Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (IIIM), Jammu, to evolve a comprehensive roadmap for commercial cultivation, conservation and large-scale promotion of medicinal and aromatic plants (MAPs) across Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting was attended by the Additional Chief Secretary, Agriculture Production Department; Commissioner Secretary, Forest Department; Director, CSIR-IIIM Jammu; senior officers of the Forest Department, SKUAST, and other concerned stakeholders. During the deliberations, the Chief Secretary observed that Jammu and Kashmir is currently generating barely ₹12 Cr annually from the MAP sector, which is significantly low compared to its immense potential estimated at nearly ₹10,000 Cr at the natio...
 
 
 Top Stories of the Day
Sakeena Itoo visits GHSS Hawal Pulwama
Delivers Keynote Address at Annual Day celebrations
Pulwama,December 06 (Scoop News)- Minister for Education, Social Welfare, Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo today visited Government Higher Secondary School (GHSS) Hawal, Pulwama and attended the Annual Day celebrations of the school. MLA Rajpoora, Ghulam Mohidin Mir; Principal GHSS Hawal Pulwama, senior officers of district administration, faculty of institution, large number of students and their parents were present on the occasion. Delivering keynote address at the Annual Day celebrations, Minister Sakeena lauded the efforts of the school in promoting academic excellence a...

Sat Sharma Raises Urgent Public Concern in Rajya Sabha
Over Dilapidated Poonch–Budha Amarnath Road
New Delhi, December 05 (KIP)- Rajya Sabha MP and President of J&K BJP Sat Sharma (CA) raised a critical public welfare issue in the Upper House, drawing national attention to the severely deteriorated condition of the Poonch–Budha Amarnath Shrine Road in Jammu & Kashmir. Sharma’s intervention highlighted the urgent need for immediate government action to safeguard thousands of pilgrims and local residents who depend on this vital road link. Raising the issue in the special mention, Sat Sharma underscored that the Poonch–Budha Amarnath Road serves as a lifeline for the region—connecting...

CM Omar Abdullah distributes compassionate appointment orders to 54 beneficiaries of Kashmir division
Srinagar, December 04 (Scoop News)- A day after distributing compassionate appointment orders in Jammu, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today handed over SRO-43 and RAS-2022 appointment orders to beneficiaries at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC), Srinagar, reaffirming the Government’s commitment to provide support to the bereaved families. The Chief Minister handed over appointment and regularisation orders to 54 beneficiaries from various districts of Kashmir, marking another significant step toward clearing the backlog of cases under both SRO-43 and RAS-2022. ...

CS reviews proposal of large-scale Solar Park in J&K under MNRE Scheme
Directs Divisional Administrations to identify suitable land patches
Jammu, December 04 (Scoop News)- Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today while chairing a meeting to review the feasibility of establishing a large-scale Solar Park in Jammu & Kashmir under the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy’s (MNRE) Solar Park Scheme directed the divisional administrations to expedite the identification of suitable, encumbrance-free land parcels for the project. The meeting was attended by Commissioner Secretary, Forests; Secretary, Science & Technology; Divisional Commissioner, Jammu/Kashmir; Managing Director, JKPDC; and other senior officers. Taking a district-w...

 
 Ladakh News
Ladakh KSSRB Releases Answer Keys for 10+2 and Matric Level Exams
Objection Window Opens for Seven Days
Kargil, December 06 (Scoop News)- The Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council–Kargil Subordinate Service Recruitment Board (LAHDC-KSSRB) has released the answer keys for the recently held OMR-based written examinations for both 10+2 Level and Matric Level posts. According to the official notice issued on 5 December 2025, the examinations were conducted on 23 November 2025 (10+2 Level) and 30 November 2025 (Matric Level). The answer keys have been published as Annexure A (10+2 Level) and Annexure B (Matric Level). The Board has advised all candidates to carefully review the answer keys. Those who wish to raise objections may do so within seven days from the date of issuance of the...

First-Ever District-Level Livestock Show under National Livestock Mission
Leh, December 06 (Scoop News)- The first-ever District Level Livestock Show/Mela, organized by the Sheep Husbandry Department, Leh under the National Livestock Mission (NLM) 2025–26 at Panchayat centre, Chuchot Yokma . The event brought together livestock rearers from across the district to showcase superior breeds of sheep and goats, marking a milestone for the region’s pastoral community. The mela was graced by Shri Rudra Goud (PT), IAS, Secretary, Animal, Sheep Husbandry & Fisheries / Industries, as the Chief Guest. He was accompanied by Dr. Iftikhar Hussain, Director, Sheep Husbandry UT Ladakh; Dr. Mohammad Ismail, Director, Animal Husbandry Department UT Ladakh; Dr. Tsewang Moru...

Ladakh KSSRB Releases Answer Keys for 10+2 and Matric Level Exams
Objection Window Opens for Seven Days
Kargil, December 05 (Scoop News)-The Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council–Kargil Subordinate Service Recruitment Board (LAHDC-KSSRB) has released the answer keys for the recently held OMR-based written examinations for both 10+2 Level and Matric Level posts. According to the official notice issued on 5 December 2025, the examinations were conducted on 23 November 2025 (10+2 Level) and 30 November 2025 (Matric Level). The answer keys have been published as Annexure A (10+2 Level) and Annexure B (Matric Level). The Board has advised all candidates to carefully review the answer keys. Those who wish to raise objections may do so within seven days from the date of issuance of th...

World Soil Day Celebrated at University of Ladakh’s Stakna Campus
Leh, December 05 (Scoop News)- The School of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, Stakna, Leh Campus, University of Ladakh, celebrated World Soil Day on 5th December 2025 with great enthusiasm. The event brought together Assistant Professors, project staff, non-teaching staff, and B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture students. The programme was moderated by Dr. Kunzang Lamo, Assistant Professor (Fruit Science). The celebration commenced with an insightful briefing on the history and significance of World Soil Day, delivered by Dr. Padma Angmo, Assistant Professor (Soil Science). She highlighted the contributions of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand, whose advocacy for soil conservation le...

Celebration of Adoption Awareness Month Held in Leh
Leh, December 05 (Scoop News)- The Social & Tribal Welfare Department, UT Ladakh, in collaboration with the State Adoption Resource Agency (SARA) and the Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA), organized a programme to mark Adoption Awareness Month – November 2025 on 5 December at the District Panchayat Resource Center, Agling Road, Leh. The event centred on the theme “Non-Institutional Rehabilitation of Children with Special Needs,” underscoring the importance of a nurturing family environment for every child, particularly those requiring special care. The programme was inaugurated by Ms. Kunzes Angmo, Director, Social & Tribal Welfare Department, who, in her address, stresse...

rZamba Trust and Royal Enfield Review Winter Learning Programme in Kargil along with VECs
Kargil, December 04 (Scoop News)- The rZamba Trust convened a meeting with Village Education Committees (VECs) of different schools in collaboration with Royal Enfield to review and strengthen the Winter Alternative Learning Program. The event was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner, Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho, VEC members and the rZamba team headed by CEO Shifa Saldon. The event began with the welcome address delivered by Shifa Saldon who extended greetings to all the guests and highlighted the purpose of the gathering. In his address, ADC Imteeaz Kacho appreciated the efforts of the rZamba team for consistently introducing successful and innovative initiatives in the education ...

Watershed Mahotsav was celebrated with great enthusiasm at the Takmachik
Leh,December 04 (Scoop News)- The Watershed Mahotsav was celebrated with great enthusiasm at the Takmachik Micro Watershed under the WDC-2 Khaltsi Project, covering the Singay Lalok and Skurbuchan blocks. The event was graced by Shri Mohd Sharief, SDM Khaltsi, as the Chief Guest, and witnessed active participation from WDT members, SHGs, UGs, Watershed Yoddhas, religious heads, villagers of Khaltsi block, and teachers and students of PM Shri Government Middle School, reflecting strong community engagement in watershed development. During the event, community leaders including the Nambardar of Takmachik and Hanu and the Chairman of Hanu expressed deep appreciation for the impactful inte...

ZEO Nyoma proudly extends her heartfelt congratulations to The Headmaster, staff of KGBV Nyoma
Nyoma,December 04 (Scoop News)- ZEO Nyoma congratulates the Headmaster, Staff Members of KGBV Nyoma and students of Class 8th zonal Level Position Holders ZEO Nyoma proudly extends her heartfelt congratulations to The Headmaster, staff of Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya (KGBV) Nyoma and the brilliant students who secured top positions in the Class 8th Zonal Level Examination. Their dedication and hard work have brought pride to the institution. Class 8th – Zonal Level Position holders 1.⁠ ⁠SKARMA CHOSDON 8TH 91.42% FIRST KGBV Nyoma 2.⁠ ⁠JIGMAT ANGMO 8TH 86.08% SECOND KGBV Nyoma 3.⁠ ⁠JIGMET CHUSKIT 8TH 85.75% THIRD KGBV Nyoma The ZEO Nyoma further congratulat...

 
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India Extends Warm Welcome to Russian President Vladimir Putin
By Farooq Ganderbali India warmly welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin on his arrival for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally received him at the airport—an honour that reflects the deep strategic trust and time-tested friendship between the two nations. The visit, marked with dignity and respect, reaffirmed India’s spirit of Ganga-Jamuni tehzeeb, symbolising harmony, coexistence and gracious hospitality. High-level discussions between the two leaders highlighted the unwavering strength of India–Russia relations, built on decades of cooperation in defence, energy, science, technology, global security and shared geopolitical pr...

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. ...

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...

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. Th...

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. As...

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...

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...

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...

 Jammu News
DC Kishtwar reviews progress of works under District CAPEX Budget 2025-26
Kishtwar, December 06 (KIP)- Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kishtwar Pankaj Kumar Sharma today chaired a comprehensive review meeting to assess the progress of developmental works being executed under the District Capex Budget 2025-26. At the outset, the DC reviewed in detailed the ongoing works as well as the projects allotted in the current financial year. He emphasized the need to accelerate the pace of execution to ensure timely physical and financial completion of all developmental initiatives. The DC issued strict directions to all line departments to expedite their activities and avoid any delays. Stressing the importance of optimal utilization of the limited working season, the D...

BJP holds meeting of newly constituted morcha teams
Jammu, December 06 (Scoop News)-The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) today convened a comprehensive meeting of its newly constituted Morcha teams at the party headquarters in Trikuta Nagar, Jammu. The meeting, aimed at energizing the organizational structure and streamlining upcoming programmes, was chaired by BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma, alongside General Secretary (Organisation) Ashok Koul and Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma. General Secretaries Baldev Singh Billawaria, Sanjita Dogra, Gopal Mahajan and Anwar Khan, also graced the occasion. The party leadership adminis...

Kathua Admin finalises arrangements for National Immunization Day
Kathua, December 06 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma today chaired a meeting of the District Task Force to review preparedness for the National Immunization Day (Pulse Polio) scheduled on 21 December 2025. It was informed that the district has a target of 92,238 children (0–5 years), for which 580 vaccination booths will be established across 5 blocks. A total of 2,320 booth team members, 115 supervisors, 16 transit teams, 9 mobile teams and 35 vaccine delivery points have been mobilized to ensure smooth conduct of the drive. The district has mapped 112 high-risk areas including slums, brick kilns, nomadic clusters, industrial zones and stone crusher sites. Tra...

DC reviews progress of financial inclusion & social security schemes, solarization of govt buildings
Udhampur, December 06 (Scoop News)- To review the progress achieved under the financial inclusion and social security schemes, solarization of government buildings, SASCI scheme and the District Capex Budget 2025–26, the Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Saloni Rai today chaired a meeting of officers of line departments in the Conference Hall DC Office. The meeting was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner Jugal Kishore; GM DIC Kishore Singh Katoch; Chief Planning Officer Uttam Singh; Assistant Commissioner Revenue Dr. Umesh Shan; Assistant Commissioner Development Om Parkash; ACP Dr. Ashwani Hansa besides other district officers and bankers. The DC called for 100% enr...

AHD Jammu staff thanks Agriculture Minister, ACS, Director for clearing long pending promotions
Jammu, December 06 (Scoop News)- The para-vet staff of Animal Husbandry Department Jammu has expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Minister for Agriculture Production Department Javid Ahmad Dar, Additional Chief Secretary Agriculture Production Department Shailendra Kumar and Director Animal Husbandry Department Jammu, Dr. Sanjay Gupta for approving the long-pending departmental promotions across various cadres. The para-vet fraternity stated that this long-awaited decision has benefitted 128 employees, bringing well- deserved recognition to the field level workers who are tirelessly serving livestock farmers across Jammu division. They further appreciated the proactive and employee-fri...

2-day Divisional Level National Rabies Control Programme (NRCP) Training concludes at Jammu
Jammu, December 06 (Scoop News)- The State Surveillance Unit, IDSP Jammu Division on Saturday successfully concluded two-day Divisional Level National Rabies Control Programme (NRCP) Training for districts of Jammu division held in the Conference Hall Gandhi Nagar Hospital. The programme was organized under the guidance and support of Mission Director National Health Mission J&K Baseerul Haq Chaudhary and overall supervision of Director Health Services Jammu Dr. Abdul Hamid Zargar. The programme was conducted under the One Health Approach to strengthen inter-sectoral coordination across Human health, Animal health and Municipal administration. Addressing the participating medic...

Congress delegation honours Kuldeep Sharma, daughter Tania
term them ambassadors of religious harmony “Mohabat Ki Dukan”
Jammu, December 05 (Scoop News)-hitting out at the Union Health Minister and BJP National President JP Nada and the Shrine Board Management for the situation that emerged over the issue of Mata Vaishno Devi Medical Institute of Excellence, the Congress today sought answers from the BJP Govt. for their failure and the silence over the issue to allow the situation to further worsen in Jammu towards religious polarization. BJP leadership and Union Health Minister should confess their basic fault and failure to take care of the religious sentiments and rights while granting necessary permi...

J&K ACB presented Charge-Sheet against ex Assistant Engineer BDO office Chadoora in a trap case
Srinagar, December 04 (Scoop News)- Jammu and Kashmir Anti-Corruption Bureau presented Charge-sheet in case FIR No. 25/2023 under Section 7 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 of Police Station ACB Srinagar Kashmir against accused public servant namely Tanveer Ahmad Dar, then Assistant Engineer BDO office Suresyar Chadoora, in a bribery case before the Hon`ble Additional Special Judge Anti-Corruption Court Srinagar. The FIR was registered on 21-12-2023 on a written complaint alleging therein that aforesaid accused demanded ₹2,000/- as bribe for clearing of NREGA Bills. A trap was laid down and the accused was caught red-handed while accepting ₹2000/- as bribe from the comp...

 
 Kashmir News
NIT Srinagar hosts seminar on Satellite Antenna Technology
ISRO Scientist delivers expert talk
Srinagar, December 06 (KIP)- The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) on Saturday organised a specialised seminar on Satellite Antenna Technology, featuring Prof. Soumyabrata Chakrabarty, a senior scientist and leading expert in antenna engineering and space communication systems. Prof. Chakrabarty, Professor of Practice at the Department of Space, Planetary & Astronomical Sciences & Engineering (SPASE) and Scientist/Engineer–G at the Space Applications Centre (SAC), ISRO Ahmedabad, delivered the session, focusing on advanced antenna concepts, emerging trends in space technology, and practical challenges in satellite communication. The seminar was attended b...

Commissioner SMC reviews winter preparedness
Unveils advanced Snow & Dewatering response Plan
Srinagar, December 06 (Scoop News)- Commissioner, Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC), Faz Lul Haseeb, today chaired a high-level review meeting at the SMC Central Office, Karan Nagar, to evaluate the Corporation’s readiness for snow clearance and dewatering operations ahead of the winter season. The meeting was attended by Joint Commissioners, Executive Engineers, Chief Sanitation Officer, Chief Transport Officer, Stores Officer, and other senior officials. The Commissioner assessed a comprehensive deployment plan for workforce and machinery across all municipal wards to ensure timely and efficient snow clearance. He directed officers to prioritize key public routes, particularl...

J&K Police arrests absconder in Baramulla
Srinagar, December 06 (Scoop News)- In a significant breakthrough, J&K Police in Baramulla arrested a man who had been hiding from the law in case vide FIR No. 69/2023 U/S 457, 380 IPC registered at Police Station Kunzer. The accused, Saqib Ahmad Shah, son of Gh. Hassan Shah, resident of Takia Batapora, had been evading arrest for a long time in connection with the 2023 case. Acting on reliable information, a team from PS Kunzer swiftly moved into Hardshoora Kunzer area and arrested him. The accused was presented before the Hon’ble Court for further legal action. The arrest of the absconder reflects the sustained efforts of J&K Police in tracking down long-term fugitives. J&K Poli...

IUST Undergraduate Honoured with International Obada Prize for Innovative Research
Awantipora,December 05 (Scoop News)- Ms. Barkah Hussain, a first-semester Computer Science Engineering student at the Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), has been awarded the prestigious international Obada Prize. The award, established in recognition of Prof. Abdel-Shafy Obada, encourages and recognises innovative and interdisciplinary research. Ms. Hussain is one of only four recipients globally this year and notably the sole undergraduate student selected in the undergraduate and postgraduate category, standing alongside postgraduate scholars. Congratulating the young researcher, Prof. Shakil A Romshoo, Vice Chancellor IUST said that Ms. Barkah’s achievement...

Police Arrests Long-Time Absconder In Anantnag
Srinagar, December 04 (Scoop News)- In a significant breakthrough, Police in Anantnag have successfully apprehended a long-time absconder who had been evading arrest for an extended period. The accused Rattan Chand son of Vikru Chand resident of Gurah Kalyal, Billawar, was wanted in connection with FIR No. 45/2013, registered under sections 366, 376, and 343 RPC dated 15/05/2013 of PS Achabal. After sustained efforts and meticulous tracking, he was arrested from Mahanpur, Basohli, District Kathua. The individual has been taken into custody and will be produced before the concerned court for necessary legal action. This arrest underscores the commitment of J&K Police to bring...

Police Arrests Long-Time Absconder In Anantnag
Srinagar, December 04 (Scoop News)- In a significant breakthrough, Police in Anantnag have successfully apprehended a long-time absconder who had been evading arrest for an extended period. The accused Rattan Chand son of Vikru Chand resident of Gurah Kalyal, Billawar, was wanted in connection with FIR No. 45/2013, registered under sections 366, 376, and 343 RPC dated 15/05/2013 of PS Achabal. After sustained efforts and meticulous tracking, he was arrested from Mahanpur, Basohli, District Kathua. The individual has been taken into custody and will be produced before the concerned court for necessary legal action. This arrest underscores the commitment of J&K Police to bring...

Institution of Engineers (India) organizing All-India Two-Day Workshop on "Zabaan-o-Bunyad"
Srinagar, December 04 (Scoop News)-The Institution of Engineers (India) J&K State Centre is organizing an All-India Two-Day Workshop titled "Zabaan-o-Bunyad", Empowering Non-Engineer Builders through Urdu-Medium Technical Training,” scheduled on 5th and 6th December 2025, from 2:00 PM onwards, at the Auditorium of IEI J&K State Centre, Sonwarbagh, Srinagar. This initiative is a skill-building program aimed at empowering non-engineer builders and the on-site skilled workforce by providing technical training in the accessible Urdu language. Er. Ferdous Ahad Bhat, FIE, C. Eng (I),Chairman said that this national workshop addresses a crucial need within the construction sector, enhanci...

IUST’s Nursing College Organizes Awareness Programme on Substance Abuse & Prevention
Srinagar, December 03 (Scoop News)- Charar-i-Sharief, Budgam, December 3: Under IUST’s Community Outreach Program, Alamdar Memorial College of Nursing & Medical Technology (AMCONMT), Charar-i-Sharief, Budgam, constituent college of the Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), organized an Awareness Programme on ‘Substance Abuse & Its Prevention’. The program was held at Government Degree College, Charar-i-Sharief under the banner of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (Drug-Free India Campaign). The programme aimed to sensitize students and youth about the increasing threat of substance abuse and highlighted preventive measures, early identification, and the role of community-...

 
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J&K Police conduct court-ordered search in Pulwama; Seize banned material
Srinagar, December 06 (Scoop News)- Acting on a search warrant issued by the Hon’ble NIA Court Pulwama in case FIR No. 24/2024 U/S 10, 13 of the UAP Act, J&K Police carried out a search at the shop belonging to Mohamed Amir Rather, resident of Litter Pulwama. The search operation was conducted in the presence of a Magistrate and independent witnesses to ensure complete transparency and due process. During the search, police recovered incriminating material including JKDFP posters and banned literature books from the premises of the accused. All seized items have been taken into custody for detailed scrutiny. Further investigation is in progress to ascertain the broader dimensions of...

KPs disappointed for not taking up Vivek Tankha's Bill in Rajya Sabha
New Delhi,December 06 (Scoop News)- We, the displaced Kashmiri Pandits deeply appreciate the sincere efforts made by Hon’ble Member of Parliament ShVivek Tankhaji in drafting the bill “Recourse, Restitution, Rehabilitation and Resettlement bill of 2022” that was listed at serial no. ‘1’ to be taken up for discussion on 5th December, 2025, in the parliament. We Kashmiri Pundits are deeply hurt for the bill having not been taken up for discussion for whatever reasons. We had eagerly awaited that the bill will be discussed and our woes will be addressed to on humanitarian grounds. "I was a witness in Public gallery yesterday during proceedings , only to get disappointed. Even Shankrac...

NC Leaders Pay Glowing Tributes to Sher-e-Kashmir on his 120th Birth Anniversary in SK Bhawan, Jammu
Jammu, December 05 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference on Friday paid glowing tributes to Sher-e-Kashmir Sheikh Muhammad Abdullah on his 120th birth anniversary at Sher-e-Kashmir Bhawan, Jammu. The function was chaired by Rattan Lal Gupta Provincial President Jammu. The commemorative event was led by Senior Leader and Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary Chief Guest and Satish Sharma Honble Cabinet Minister, offered floral tributes to the iconic leader. Addressing the gathering, Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary said that Sheikh sahib not only ...

Sixth batch of 710 Agniveers -all proud sons of Jammu and Kashmir attested
Srinagar, December 05 (Scoop News)-Amidst the silvery hush of a frost kissed morning in the heart of the Kashmir Valley, the parade ground of the Jammu & Kashmir Light Infantry Regimental Centre at Srinagar shimmered with military precision and patriotic fervour. The majestic Zabarwan Range stood sentinel in the distance, its peaks veiled in winter mist, as the sixth batch of 710 Agniveers -all proud sons of Jammu and Kashmir’s resilient soil – took their consecrated march into the immortal traditions of the Indian Army. Presiding over this solemn yet triumphant Passing Out Parade was...

IUST Organises Programme on Nature-Enabled Stress Reduction for Enhanced Student Learning
Awantipora, December 04 (Scoop News)- The Mantaqi Centre for Science & Society (MCSS), Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), in collaboration with the Department of Environment, Sustainability & Climate Change (DESCC), organised an outreach programme titled 'Nature Walk: An Initiative under Nature-Enabled Stress Reduction for Enhanced Student Learning' at the Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (MAP) Park, Campus II. The programme, held under the University’s initiative on science, society and well-being, aimed to highlight the positive impact of nature-based learning on mental health, stress reduction and academic performance. Dr. Dharam Chand, from DESCC and Coordin...

IUST Organises Programme on Nature-Enabled Stress Reduction for Enhanced Student Learning
Awantipora, December 04 (Scoop News)- The Mantaqi Centre for Science & Society (MCSS), Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), in collaboration with the Department of Environment, Sustainability & Climate Change (DESCC), organised an outreach programme titled 'Nature Walk: An Initiative under Nature-Enabled Stress Reduction for Enhanced Student Learning' at the Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (MAP) Park, Campus II. The programme, held under the University’s initiative on science, society and well-being, aimed to highlight the positive impact of nature-based learning on mental health, stress reduction and academic performance. Dr. Dharam Chand, from DESCC and Coordinator...

Cyber Police Foils Online Frauds In Budgam
Srinagar, December 04 (Scoop News)- Cyber Police Budgam has intensified its action against rising cyber-enabled crimes, successfully recovering ₹15,87,593/- lost in various online fraud cases during October and November 2025. The unit also felicitated for recovering 52 lost or stolen mobile phones, worth approximately ₹1.5 lakh, through the CIER portal. The recovered amounts were linked to complaints involving UPI frauds, fake social media deals, online marketplace scams, fraudulent loan apps, OTP misuse, and bogus investment offers. Acting swiftly, Cyber Police froze suspicious transactions, coordinated with banks and financial institutions, and tracked digital footprints to ensure ti...

Police Registers FIR Against Hotel for Violation of The Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025 in Anantnag
Srinagar, December 04 (Scoop News)- During routine inspections of hotels and guest accommodations in the Rafting Point general area, a police party from Police Station Pahalgam conducted checks to ensure compliance with legal and security regulations. During the inspection, it was found that Hotel Golden Heritage, Rafting Point, Yenner, had accommodated two foreign nationals of Thailand. The hotel management deliberately concealed their stay and failed to submit the mandatory Form C online, which is required for reporting and registration of foreign nationals. This act constitutes a clear violation of the provisions of The Immigration and Foreigners Act, 2025, which mandates strict ...

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