| Auditions for Shopian Idol 2.0 begin with enthusiastic response | | | Shopian, November 28 (Scoop News)- Auditions for Shopian Idol, Season 2.0, being organized by the District Administration Shopian under the banner of Nasha Mukht Bharat Abhiyan, today commenced at Government Degree College (GDC) Shopian.
The auditions, scheduled from 27th to 29th November 2025, witnessed an overwhelming response from the youth of the district.
This year’s edition received around 85 registrations, reflecting the growing interest and enthusiasm among young aspiring singers. On the first day of auditions, 30 participants were screened by the panel, showcasing remarkable ... | | Read More |
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| Sringeri shankracharya sends a strong message for reopening of sharda peeth in PoK | | |
Gurgaon, Haryana,November 28 (Scoop News)- Sringeri Shankracharya has strongly advocated for reopening of Sharda Sarvagnya Peeth in PoK. In His anugreh bashnam at Bani dham gaushala temple Gurgaon, Shankracharya of Sringeri H H Vidhushekhra Bharti ji said struggle will continue while addressing a large number of kashmiri pandits today. Besides, He did pushp archana at site of proposed sharda temple on a hillock opposite Banidham temple. Shankracharya ji also visited the Gaushala at Banidham which is being jointly run and managed by Banidham Gaushala and Kashmiri pandits. Shankracharya's... | | Read More |
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| Khatana Concludes Three-Day Tour with Public Darbar at BJP Office Srinagar, Kashmir | | |
Srinagar, November 28 (Scoop News)- Rajya Sabha MP and senior BJP leader Gulam Ali Khatana today concluded his three-day high-impact tour of Kashmir by holding a major public darbar at the BJP Party Office in Srinagar. A large number of people from various sections of society—including traders, youth, women, Sikh community representatives, transport workers, and senior citizens—attended and presented their grievances.
During the darbar, Khatana patiently heard public concerns and resolved several issues on the spot. He instructed officials to provide immediate relief and emphasized that ... | | Read More |
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| GMC Anantnag Organizes Community Outreach | | | Anantnag, November 28 (Scoop News)-The Postgraduate Department of Pharmacology, Government Medical College (GMC) Anantnag, under the guidance of Principal and Dean, Prof. Dr. Rukhsana Najeeb, observed Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week from November 18-24, 2025, with a series of community outreach activities.
The theme for this year's awareness week was "Act Now: Protect Our Present, Secure Our Future."
As part of the global initiative to combat the growing threat of drug-resistant infections, the department organized awareness visits, field visits, rallies, and competitions ... | | Read More |
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| Police Launches Searches at JEI Linked Institutes and Members In Budgam | | Police conducts raids/searches across district in action against banned JeI in Kulgam | |
Srinagar, November 27 (Scoop News)- Police in Budgam launched various searches and raids at the residences and Institutes linked to JEI. Searches were carried out based on credible intelligence that some JEI members are engaged in anti-national activities.
Multiple searches carried out in Chadoora, Soibugh and Beerwah area. Searches were conducted by following due procedure of law. The search team was comprising of Police officers, lady police teams, local numberdars. Various electronic devices along with documents were seized from the houses of JeI linked members and institutes.
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| Khatana Visits Nowgam Blast Victims & Survivors, Vows Full Assistance | | |
Srinagar, November 27 (Scoop News)- Rajya Sabha MP and senior BJP leader Gulam Ali Khatana today visited the victims and survivors of the Nowgam blast and met with affected families in Natipora, Police Colony Bemina, Qamarwari, and Ghazaliabad. During the visit, he assured the victims that Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and the Lieutenant Governor administration are fully committed to supporting them and will ensure all necessary relief and rehabilitation measures are provided.
While speaking to the families, Khatana said, “This tragic incident has affected many... | | Read More |
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| Police Apprehends Long-Evading Absconder in Cheating and Forgery Case In Pulwama | | |
Srinagar, November 27 (Scoop News)- Police in Pulwama successfully arrested absconder Fayaz Ahmad Siraj son of Abdul Samad Siraj from Rainawari Srinagar, who was wanted in FIR No. 228/2006 under Sections 420, 467, 468, 471 and 120B of the RPC at Police Station Pulwama. The Hon'ble Principal Sessions Judge Pulwama issued a general arrest warrant under Sections 512 and 299 CrPC against the accused on 23 July 2025.
On specific credible information, a dedicated police team of Police Station Pulwama swiftly traced the absconder's location, apprehended him without resistance, and adhered to ... | | Read More |
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| Police arrests drug peddler in Pulwama | | |
Srinagar, November 26 (Scoop News)- In a sustained effort to curb the menace of drug trafficking, Police in Pulwama arrested a drug peddler and recovered huge quantity of contraband substance from his possession.
A Police team a checkpoint established at Newa Pulwama, intercepted an individual identified as Rafiq Ahmad Shah son of Bashir Ahmad Shah resident of Newa Pulwama. During search, 16.5 kilograms of Charas powder–like substance was recovered. Subsequently, he has been arrested.
Accordingly, a case vide FIR No. 277/2025 under relevant sections of law has been registered at Polic... | | Read More |
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| Police foil narcotics smuggling attempt in Anantnag | | |
Srinagar, November 26 (Scoop News)-In a significant action against drug menace, Police in Anantnag recovered a large quantity of contraband and foiled an attempt to smuggle narcotic substances in the jurisdiction of Police Station Pahalgam.
A police party from PS Pahalgam, deputed for census duty to village Awoora, was proceeding towards Awoora Nallah in a departmental TATA Sumo when they noticed a suspicious individual pushing an iron-made single-tyre handcart loaded with multiple sacks. On spotting the police vehicle, the unidentified male abandoned the cart and escaped into the adjo... | | Read More |
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| NIT Srinagar observes 76th Constitution Day | | |
Srinagar, November 26 (Scoop News)-The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar on Wednesday observed the 76th Constitution Day with solemnity and patriotic spirit, aligning with the directives of the Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, Government of India.
The event aimed to reaffirm the nation’s commitment to the values enshrined in the Constitution and to deepen constitutional awareness among students, faculty, and staff.
The ceremony was held under the supervision of In-charge Director NIT Srinagar, Prof. Roohie Naaz Mir, who also presided over the e... | | Read More |
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| BJP observes Constitution Day | | | Jammu, November 26 (Scoop News)-The Jammu & Kashmir Bharatiya Janata Party today observed Constitution Day of India in a programme organized by the BJP SC Morcha at the party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu.
J&K BJP Vice-President & DDC Chairperson Bharat Bhushan, MLA Dr. Devinder Kumar Manyal, and BJP SC Morcha President Dharminder Kumar, chiefly addressed the programme in the presence of senior leaders FC Bhagat, GR Bhagat, Rakesh Sangral, and other party functionaries.
Tributes were also paid to Bharat Ratna Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the chief architect of the Constitution of India.
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| J&K Police initiates investigation against an association for alleged unlawful activities in Baramulla | | |
Srinagar, November 25 (Scoop News)- J&K Police in Baramulla have initiated investigation on receipt of information concerning alleged unlawful activities of a local association identified as Idarah Fallah-u-Darain. A case vide FIR No. 208/2025 under relevant sections of law has been registered at Police Station Baramulla.
In the course of investigation, multiple coordinated raids were conducted at various premises and assets linked to the association. Several individuals associated with the organization were also questioned.
The investigation remains active, and further appropriate l... | | Read More |
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| J&K Pavilion steals the show at IITF 2025; draws record crowds | | | New Delhi, November 25 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir Trade Promotion Organisation (JKTPO), under the aegis of the Department of Industries and Commerce, Government of Jammu and Kashmir, presented the region’s vibrant cultural heritage and entrepreneurial spirit at the 44th India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2025 with the theme “EK BHARAT, SHRESHTHA BHARAT”.
Union Minister of State for Commerce and Industry, Jitin Prasada, inaugurated the event.
The J&K Pavilion, located on the 1st Floor of Hall No. 3 at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, from November 14 to 27. The Pavi... | | Read More |
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| Nizam-ud-Din chairs Privileges committee meeting | | 
Jammu, November 25 (Scoop News)-The Committee on Privileges of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly held here on Tuesday at Assembly Complex Jammu to discuss the matter related to constitutional privileges and protocol of Legislators.
The meeting was chaired by Committee Chairman, Nizam-ud-Din Bhat and attended by the members of the Committee including Javaid Riyaz (Bedar), Javaid Iqb ... | | Read More |
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| Tarigami chairs environment committee meeting | | 
Jammu, November 25 (Scoop News)- A meeting of the Committee on Environment of Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly was held today under the Chairmanship of MLA, Mohammad Yousuf Tarigami, to discuss the environmental issue.
Threadbare discussions were held on environment related issues pertaining to illegal Mining, conservation and preservation of wetland areas, rising threats of cancer d ... | | Read More |
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| SPF Organizes Exhibition Hockey Matches to Mark 350th Shaheedi Divas of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji | | |
Jammu, November 25 (Scoop News)-To commemorate the 350th Shaheedi Divas of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji, the Sikh Progressive Front organized exhibition hockey matches.
The first match was played between the girls’ teams of Sahara Hockey Club and Khelo India. The match began at a very fast pace, with Sahara Club scoring the first goal in the 2nd minute, which was immediately equalized by the Khelo India team in the 4th minute of the match. Both teams displayed impressive skills and speed, making several attempts on the opponent’s goal, but the score remained tied at 1–1.
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| President Hakeem Yaseen says SMVDU admission process fair | | warns against communalising campus issues | |
Srinagar, November 25 (Scoop News)- President of the People’s Democratic Front (PDF) and former minister Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen on Tuesday said the ongoing row over admissions at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) is “unwarranted and politically motivated,” asserting that the university’s admission process is “fair, transparent and merit-based.”
Hakeem said attempts by certain groups to give the issue a communal colour were dangerous and unacceptable.
“Action should be taken against those who are trying to communalise this matter. It is against the principles and values of o... | | Read More |
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| J&K KVIB organizes One-Day Workshop to strengthen Entrepreneurship Development | | Financial Inclusions under JKREGP, PMEGP | |
Srinagar, November 25 (Scoop News)- The Jammu & Kashmir Khadi & Village Industries Board today organized one-day workshop at Institute of Hotel Management Rajbagh Srinagar aimed at critically evaluating the implementation of PMEGP and JKREGP to ascertain the viewpoint of various stakeholders to improve the reach of these schemes to aspirant micro and village industries.
The workshop was attended by Additional District Development Commissioner Shopian, Deputy General Manager Agri and MSME credit JAK Bank. Lead District Managers, Director RSETs and Cluster Heads of all districts, represent... | | Read More |
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| DC Budgam Chairs Review Meeting on Supreme Court’s Directions Regarding Stray Dog Menace | | in Educational, health Institutions | | Budgam, November 25 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat, today convened a detailed review meeting of the District Level Committee (DLC), to assess the implementation of the directions issued by the Supreme Court of India regarding stray dog menace in educational and health institutions here in the New Conference Hall of DC Office Budgam.
As per the directives of the Supreme Court, the Court has expressed grave concern over the threat posed by stray dogs to school children and has issued explicit directions to ensure the safety of students and staff wit... | | Read More |
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| 17 Eligible Beneficiaries Get Sanction Letters under PMAY-U 2.0 in Baramulla | | | Baramulla, November 25 (Scoop News)- In a continued push towards strengthening urban housing infrastructure and ensuring dignified living conditions for all, Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Minga Sherpa, today handed over 17 sanction letters to eligible beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana–Urban (PMAY-U) 2.0.
The distribution ceremony was held in Baramulla and witnessed participation of officials from the Municipal Council Baramulla. The beneficiaries drawn from economically weaker and deserving sections, will receive financial assistance for construction of pucca houses equip... | | Read More |
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| Kashmiri Pandits organize a blood donation camp on Guru Teg Bahadur martyrdom anniversary | |  Gurgaon/Haryana,November 24 (Scoop News)- Kasmiri Pandits from Gurgaon and NCR paid homage to sikh Guru Teg Bahadur at Bani dham Gurgaon. Besides Blood Donation Camp, a Medical Health Check -up awareness campaign was organized by the doctors and team from Artemis hospital Gurugram. A Blood Donation Camp was organised by the Indian Red Cross Team who has come with their team to arrange the camp.
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| Kashmiri Migrant students experience Beating Retreat at Suchetgarh Border | | 
Jammu, November 23 (Scoop News)- On the fifth day of World Heritage Week 2025, the Department of Archives, Archaeology & Museums, under the supervision of Director K.K. Sidha, organised an extensive visit to the Suchetgarh Border and Octroi Post for 51 students from Migrant School, Bohri.
The group was led by Assistant Director, Dr. Sangeeta Sharma.
The initiative was aimed to give stude ... | | Read More |
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| Police takes action against 09 stunt bikers in Ganderbal | | |
Srinagar, November 23 (Scoop News)-Police in Ganderbal during a special drive against traffic violations, detained nine (09) teenagers found performing dangerous and life-threatening stunts on the National Highway (NHW).
During the action, police also seized five (05) modified motorcycles with concealed rear registration number plates, in violation of the Motor Vehicles Act.
The apprehended teenagers will be handed over to their families after proper counselling and execution of a good-behaviour bond to ensure that such acts are not repeated in the future.
J&K Police urges parent... | | Read More |
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