| Police attaches Property worth lakhs in NDPS case in Pulwama | | |
Srinagar, January 13 (Scoop News)- As part of its intensified campaign against narcotics trafficking and with an aim to dismantle the financial network of the drug trade, Police in Pulwama, through SIT NDPS Pulwama, has attached a residential property worth lakhs of rupees situated at Karimabad area of Pulwama district.
The attached property comprises a single-storied residential house constructed on land bearing Khasra No. 1735 Min (Abad-i-Deh), Khewat No. 485, Khata No. 992, located at Karimabad, Tehsil Pulwama, belonging to Fayaz Ahmad Mir son of Ghulam Nabi Mir resident of Karimabad,... | | Read More |
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| SKUAST-K organises awareness program on Safe Use of Pesticides | | |
Srinagar, January 13 (Scoop News)-Directorate of Extension, Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) in collaboration with the HIL (India) Limited organized an awareness programme on the Safe and Judicious use of pesticides and promotion of IPM practices today, at the Shalimar Convention Centre, SKUAST-Kashmir.
The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from farmers, scientists, policymakers, and agricultural stakeholders.
Nivedita Shukla Verma, Secretary (Chemicals & Petrochemicals), Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, Gov... | | Read More |
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| Winter Internship Program concludes at Islamia College of Science and Commerce | | |
Srinagar, January 13 (Scoop News)-Islamia College of Science and Commerce, Srinagar, in collaboration with Rapture Biotech and sponsored by Jammu & Kashmir Science, Technology and Innovation Council (JKSTIC, successfully concluded Winter Internship Programme today.
The programme, Commenced on 29 December, 2025, emerged as a strong model of industry-academia collaboration, aimed at enhancing student employability and industry readiness. About two hundred students from the departments of Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Botany, and Zoology participated in the internship.
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| Hakeem Yaseen Calls for Unity, Restoration of Statehood, Warns Against Divisive Politics | | Urges decisive political unity to counter regional divides, protect J&K’s identity | |
Srinagar, January 13 (Scoop News)-People’s Democratic Front (PDF) President and former Minister *Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen on Tuesday said that instead of indulging in divisive and region-centric politics, all political parties must work collectively for the overall progress of Jammu and Kashmir and strongly demand the restoration of full and dignified Statehood.
In a statement issued to the press, Hakeem Yaseen said that the politics of division has already caused immense damage to Jammu and Kashmir. “Because of repeated political mistakes, Ladakh was separated, and now some fringe... | | Read More |
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| Div Com Kashmir calls for comprehensive arrangements for Shab-e-Meraj Observance | | |
Srinagar, January 13 (Scoop News)-In view of the forthcoming observance of Shab-e-Meraj (S.A.W.) and Friday following, the Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, on Tuesday convened a meeting of Deputy Commissioners and senior Divisional Officers to review and finalize arrangements for facilitating devotees at major shrines and mosques across the Valley.
During the meeting, the Div Com directed all concerned departments to ensure comprehensive and seamless arrangements, including uninterrupted power and water supply, establishment of medical camps, availability of essential comm... | | Read More |
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| CUKashmir announces admission to UG programmes | | |
Ganderbal, January 13 (Scoop News)-Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) has announced admission to its nine undergraduate programmes through CUET UG 2026 to be conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
Common University Entrance Test (CUET (UG) – 2026 will be conducted in 13 mediums across India and abroad for admission to the Undergraduate Programmes for all the Central Universities (CUs) and State/Participating Universities in India for the academic year 2026-27. The examination will be conducted in multiple shifts, depending on the number of candidates and subject choices... | | Read More |
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| VB-GRAM G Act ensures employment, skill development, and rural prosperity: Ashok Koul | |  Srinagar, January 12 (Scoop News)-The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu & Kashmir, today organized a workshop on Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Aajeevika Mission (Gramin), popularly known as the VB-GRAM G Act, 2025, at Church Lane, Srinagar.
The workshop was presided over by BJP General Secretary (Organization), J&K, Ashok Koul, along with BJP General Secretary, J&K, Anwar Khan, w ... | | Read More |
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| NIT Srinagar Organises ‘Run for Swadeshi’ on National Youth Day | |  Director, Registrar highlight role of youth in nation-building
Srinagar, January 12 (Scoop News)-The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar organized the “Run for Swadeshi” on Monday to commemorate the 164th birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda, observed nationwide as National Youth Day.
Despite the ongoing winter vacation, the campus came alive with enthusiasm as participants gathered to promote the values of Swadeshi, Atmanirbhar Bharat (se ... | | Read More |
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| Police arrests drug peddler in Pulwama, contraband substance recovered | | |
Srinagar, January 12 (Scoop News)-Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, police have arrested a drug peddler in Pulwama and recovered contraband substance from his possession.
A police party of Police Post Newa intercepted a suspicious person during naka at Newa. During search, 1.120 Kgs of Poppy Straw was recovered from his possession. He has been identified as Hilal Ahmad Wani son of Abdul Khaliq Wani resident of Ghat Tokna. He has been arrested and shifted to police station where he remains in custody.
Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 04/2026 unde... | | Read More |
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| Ashok Koul reviews party functioning in Budgam, holds OBC Morcha review at Srinagar | | 
Budgam/Srinagar,January 11 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP General Secretary (Organisation) Ashok Koul, accompanied by BJP General Secretary Anwar Khan, Secretaries Mudasir Wani and Arif Raja, held two organizational meetings to review party functioning and strengthen grassroots outreach across the Kashmir region.
In the first meeting, Ashok Koul, along with Anwar Khan and Secretary (District) Mudasir Wa ... | | Read More |
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| DC Budgam chairs Media Vartalap on VB-GRAMG Act 2025 | |  Says Media plays active role in ensuring People-Centric Outreach of developmental reformsBudgam, January 10 (Scoop News)- One day media workshop (Vartalap) was organised by the District Administration Budgam in collaboration with PIB Srinagar and the Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR) Budgam for media persons working in Budgam district.
The workshop was inaugurated and chaired by the District Development Commissioner Budgam, Dr. Bilal Mohi-ud-Din Bhat.
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| J&K ACB traps and arrests Patwari, Halqa Rakh Soothu, Budgam | | for demanding and accepting bribe amount of ₹10,000 | |
Srinagar, January 10 (Scoop News)- Jammu and Kashmir Anti-l Corruption Bureau received a written complaint wherein the complainant has alleged that he had applied before the concerned Revenue authorities for issuance of Revenue extract and bank lien certificate for the said property situated at Rakh Soothu BK Pora for Bank Guarantee. For getting these documents he approached the concerned patwari of Halqa Rakh Soothu, namely Riyaz Ahmad Khan, but instead of processing the case in due manner, the concerned patwari demanded bribe of ₹ 10,000 / 30,000 before he would prepare and provide the ... | | Read More |
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| ATM Fraud Case,Police Arrests Accused In Budgam | | |
Srinagar, January 10 (Scoop News)- Police in Budgam have arrested an accused involved in an ATM fraud case in the Magam area, demonstrating their commitment to prompt investigation and effective action against crime.
Police Station Magam received a written complaint from Ghulam Ahmad Bhat son of Ali Mohammad Bhat resident of Parraypora, Magam, alleging that an unknown person fraudulently obtained his ATM card on the pretext of assisting him in withdrawing cash. The accused deceitfully exchanged the victim’s ATM card at the J&K Bank ATM, Main Branch Magam, and subsequently withdrew money ... | | Read More |
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| Police Arrest Accused in Bakery Shop Theft Case In Sopore | | Stolen Cash Recovered | |
Srinagar, January 10 (Scoop News)- Police in Sopore have arrested the accused involved in a bakery shop theft case and recovered stolen cash from his possession.
Police Station Sopore received a written complaint from the owner of a bakery shop regarding the theft of cash along with bakery items from his shop, “Cake Villa,” located at Shah Faisal Market, Sopore. The theft had taken place during night hours after the window of the shop was broken. Accordingly, case FIR No. 05/2026 under relevant sections of law was registered and investigation was taken up.
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| Power Shutdown by KPDCL | | |
Srinagar, January 10 (Scoop News)- Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL has informed that the Shutdown of 33 kV Nihalpora-Gulmarg line will be observed due to which power supply to Tangmarg, Gulmarg, Khyber, Base Station, Cable Car and adjoining areas will be affected from 10 AM to 03 PM on 11 & 14 January 2026.
Similarly, shutdown of 33 kV Ganapora Tap line will be observed due to which power supply to Safalpora, Ganapora, Renin, Langae and adjoining areas will be affected from 10 AM to 03 PM on 12 & 15 January 2026.
Likewise, shutdown of 33 kV Shariefabad Wadwan line and 33 kV Sharie... | | Read More |
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| J&K Police Seize 02 L&T Machines, 01 JCB and 02 tippers in Awantipora | | |
Srinagar, January 09 (Scoop News)-In continuation of its sustained drive against illegal mining, J&K Police have seized 02 L&T machines, 01 JCB and 02 tippers involved in the illegal extraction and transportation of minerals in the areas of Khrew and Awantipora.
In Khrew, a police party from Police Station Khrew, led by SHO PS Khrew, seized the said vehicles involved in illegal excavation activities. Similarly, in Awantipora, a police party from Police Station Awantipora, under the supervision of SHO PS Awantipora seized vehicles used for illegal mining and transportation of minerals.
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| J&K Police recovers significant quantity of contraband substance from residential house in Shopian | | |
Srinagar,January 09 (Scoop News)-In its continued crackdown against drug menace, J&K Police in Shopian recovered a significant quantity of contraband substance from residential house in Barbugh Imamsahib and arrested the accused person.
Acting on specific information, Police Station Imamsahib registered a case under FIR No. 02/2026 of NDPS Act and obtained a search warrant from the competent authority. A team from Police Station Imamsahib accompanied by the Tehsildar Barbugh raided the residential premises of Mushtaq Ahmad Khanday resident of Barbugh. During the search, 20.720 Kgs of can... | | Read More |
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| DC Srinagar reviews implementation of PM-SYM scheme in the district | | 
Srinagar, January 09 (Scoop News)-With an aim to ensure financial security for unorganised workforce in District, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo, Friday convened a meeting with officers from various departments to review the implementation and progress of the Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan (PM-SYM) scheme in the district.
The meeting was attended by the Additional ... | | Read More |
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| BJP reviews functioning of Morchas and party Cells in Srinagar | | reaffirms commitment to people-centric politics | |
Srinagar, January 09 (Scoop News)-The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu & Kashmir, held a series of review meetings of the Mahila Morcha, Kisan Morcha, and party’s All Cells at the Party office, Jawahar Nagar, Srinagar.
J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization), J&K, Ashok Koul, accompanied by General Secretary Anwar Khan addressed the meetings.
J&K BJP Secretaries Mudassir Wani and Arif Raja, Media Incharge Kashmir Sajid Yousuf Shah, Social Media Incharge Kashmir Sajad Raina, and All Cells Co-Convenor Bilal Parray were present in the meeting.
J&K BJP Mahila Morcha and Kisan Morch... | | Read More |
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| Preserving Wular Lake, govt’s top priority: Javed Rana | | 
Srinagar, January 08 (Scoop News)-Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, on Wednesday reaffirmed that preservation and conservation of Wular Lake remains a top priority of the Omar Abdullah led government.
Chairing a review meeting at the Civil Secretariat, the Minister directed the officers to frame and implement comprehensive measures ... | | Read More |
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| J&K Police inaugurated Girls’ volleyball tournament in Pulwama | | |
Srinagar, January 08 (Scoop News)- In a significant initiative to promote sports and empower young girls, J&K Police inaugurated a Girls’ Volleyball Tournament at the Sports Stadium, Newa, under the Civic Action Programme (CAP) 2025–26.
The tournament witnessing enthusiastic participation from six teams representing different parts of Pulwama district, reflecting growing interest among girls in competitive sports. The opening match between GDC Rajpora and Elite Spikers Volleyball Club set an energetic and competitive tone for the tournament, drawing appreciation from spectators present ... | | Read More |
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| DC Srinagar inaugurates Public Toilet complex at DC Office | | |
Srinagar,January 08 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo, on Thursday inaugurated a newly constructed Public Toilet complex at the DC Office premises.
The facility has been developed by the District Administration Srinagar to enhance public sanitation and improve civic amenities within the Amar Niwas complex with a focus on cleanliness, hygiene and public welfare.
Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner said the public convenience facility has been constructed by R&B department under District Capex budget. He said the facility includes separate wa... | | Read More |
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| J&K Police solves two fatal hit-and-run cases in Sopore | | |
Srinagar, January 08 (Scoop News)- J&K Police have successfully solved two separate fatal hit-and-run cases registered at Police Station Tarzoo and Police Station Sopore through thorough and systematic investigation, leading to the identification and arrest of the accused persons involved.
In the first case registered at Police Station Tarzoo under relevant sections of the law, information was received regarding a hit-and-run incident at Seer Crossing, where an unknown vehicle struck a scooty rider, namely Nazir Ahmad, resulting in critical injuries. The injured was shifted to SKIMS Sr... | | Read More |
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| T-10 Knockout cricket tournament for specially-abled persons concluded in Shopian | | |
Srinagar,January 08 (Scoop News)- Under the aegis of the Civic Action Programme (CAP), J&K Police in Shopian organised a T-10 Knockout Cricket Tournament for Specially-Abled Persons at Batapora Stadium Shopian. The tournament, which commenced on December 27, 2025, concluded today with an impressive and colourful closing ceremony.
The tournament witnessed participation of four teams, namely Shopian Tigers, South Kashmir Anantnag, Star Cricketers Shopian and Kulgam Cricket Club, reflecting the spirit of inclusivity and sportsmanship among specially-abled players across the region.
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| BJP J&K Media Department Holds Review Meeting on Strategy to Combat Misinformation | | |
Srinagar, January 08 (Scoop News)- The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) J&K Media Department today held an important review meeting at the Party Headquarters in Srinagar, with active participation from media representatives of various districts and morchas across the Union Territory.
The meeting was chaired by Adv. Sajid Yousuf Shah, State Co-Media Incharge, Jammu & Kashmir, along with Zaman Noor, Co-Convenor, BJP J&K Media Department. Key attendees included Irfan Sofi, Co-Convenor, J&K Media Relations Department, and State Media Co-Incharges Harbinder Singh (Minority Morcha), Rather Mehra... | | Read More |
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