HC fixes MLA nomination case on 26th Sept for hearing
grants time to file rejoinder to the Petitioner
8/15/2025 10:37:19 PM

Jammu, August 15 (Scoop News)-In the significant case regarding the nomination of five MLAs to J&K Assembly , the Hon'ble High Court today granted time to the Petitioner to file rejoinder & fixed Sept 26th ,the next date for hearing .

While allowing the plea of the Petitioner Ravinder Kumar Sharma & intervenors, for filing rejoinder before the next date, positively, the Hon'ble Court observed that time of the court should not be wasted due to the delay in the completion of the pleadings, since the matter involved purely important questions of law.
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Hakeem Yaseen extends I-Day greetings; renews call for restoration of J&K’s special status and statehood
8/15/2025 10:33:58 PM

Srinagar, August 15 (Scoop News)-People’s Democratic Front (PDF) President and former Minister Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen on Friday extended warm greetings to the people of Jammu and Kashmir and the nation on the occasion of the 79th Independence Day, wishing peace, prosperity, and harmony for all.

In his message, Hakeem Yaseen paid rich tribute to the sacrifices of countless freedom fighters and the people of Jammu and Kashmir who, he said, have always upheld the ideals of justice, dignity, and democracy. “This day is a reminder of the price paid for our freedom and the responsibilities tha...
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Sakeena Itoo visits Natnosa Handwara, inspects site for construction of GMC
8/14/2025 10:31:32 PM
Handwara, August 14 (Scoop News)-Minister for Health and Medical Education, Sakeena Itoo, today visited Natnosa, Handwara and undertook comprehensive inspection of site identified for construction of Government Medical College (GMC) Handwara.

Advisor to Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani; MLA Trehgam, Mir Saifullah; MLA Karnah Javid Ahmad Mirchal; MLA Langate, Sheikh Khursheed; Secretary Health and Medical Education, Dr. Syed Abid Rasheed Shah; ADDC Kupwara, Chief Engineer, KPDCL, Chief Engineer Jal Shakti, Chief Engineer R&B, Principal GMC Handwara, ADC Handwara, Medical Superintendent Dist...
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Satish Sharma expresses grief over Kishtwar cloudburst
8/14/2025 10:11:48 PM

Srinagar, August 14 (Scoop News)-Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs and Information Technology, Satish Sharma, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident of cloudburst that struck the Chositi area along the Machail Mata Yatra route in Kishtwar, leaving several people feared dead.

In his message, the Minister said, “I am deeply pained by the loss of precious lives in the unfortunate cloudburst during the sacred Machail Mata Yatra. My heartfelt condolences go out to the bereaved families and I pray for the speedy recovery of all those injured.”

Satish Sharma la...
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8/14/2025 10:09:23 PM

Srinagar, August 14 (Scoop News)- As part of its sustained campaign to safeguard youth from drug abuse, J&K Police alongwith Revenue and Excise Department, carried out a large-scale drive to destroy wild cannabis across district Budgam.

Extensive patches of wild bung were destroyed on-site along roadsides, near parks, and on riverbanks within Budgam’s jurisdiction. The drive was conducted under the supervision of SSP Budgam. During the drive, police officials also engaged with locals to raise awareness about the dangers of drug addiction and the legal consequences of cultivating or traff...
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Director Homeguards Kashmir organises Tiranga Rally
8/13/2025 10:59:58 PM


Srinagar, August 13 (Scoop News)- In a vibrant display of National pride ahead of Independence Day-2025, Director Homeguards Kashmir today organized a spirited Tiranga Rally.

The rally, led by Director Homeguards Kashmir, Ramesh Kumar Angral, commenced from the office premises of Director Homeguards Kashmir Bemina Srinagar and drew enthusiastic participation from Police Personnel and Homeguard Volunteers of Homeguards Unit Srinagar.

Participants carried the Tricolor and marched from the office premises of Director Homeguards Kashmir to main Chowk Bemina National Highway Srinagar, ...
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MoHA- GoI invites applications for posts of Assistant Director (Disaster Management) on deputation basis
8/13/2025 10:57:55 PM

Srinagar, August 13 (Scoop News)- The Ministry of Home Affairs, Govt. of India, invites applications for filing of posts of Assistant Director (Disaster Management) in Disaster Management Division on deputation (including short-term contract) basis.

The particulars of the post, eligibility criteria, conditions etc can be accessed on the official website of Ministry of Home Affairs https://www.mha.gov.in/en/notifications/vacancies.

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KVK-Budgam held Kisan Sampark Abhiyan- Rural Credit Workshop at Aarigam block Khansahib
8/13/2025 10:56:24 PM

Srinagar, August 13 (Scoop News)- Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Budgam, in collaboration with the department of Agriculture and allied sectors, today organized the Kisan Sampark Abhiyan Rural Credit Workshop under the Jammu & Kashmir Competitiveness Improvement of Agriculture & Allied Sectors Project (JKCIP) at Aarigam, block Khansahib Budgam.

MLA Khansahib, Saif-ud-Din Bhat presided over the event as the chief guest. In his address, he highlighted the benefits of the mega programme in improving farmers' access to institutional credit, promoting entrepreneurship, and strengthening the agri...
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District Anantnag Rugby Championship - 2025 Organised by District Anantnag Rugby Association
8/13/2025 10:39:57 PM


Srinagar, August 13 (Scoop News)- District Anantnag Rugby Championship – 2025 Organised by:- District Anantnag Rugby Association Under the Aegis of:- J&K Rugby association Recognised and sponsored by:- J&k sports council at Birla Open minds international school, Batangoo Anantnag

About 15 teams (150 players both boys and girls) from different schools and clubs of district Anantnag participated in this said championship.
Chief guest on opening ceremony was principal of Birla open minds international school, Batangoo Anantnag Mrs. Shaziya Farooq, Guest of honour was Mr. Owais Ahmad Dar...
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CIED–IUST Foundation Hosts Workshop on Empowering Startups through Financial Literacy
8/13/2025 9:23:06 AM

Awantipora, August 12 (Scoop News)- CIED–IUST Foundation, Islamic University of Science and Technology organized a workshop on Financial Literacy for Innovators, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing entrepreneurship development program. The initiative aimed to equip startups with essential financial expertise to navigate the complex landscape of funding, governance and scalability.

CA. Charanjot Singh Nanda, President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), graced the event as the chief guest, along with CA. Prasanna Kumar D., Vice President ICAI and other co...
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DCJ, IT Students Induction Programme
Good health essential for success: Dr. Mushtaq Chalkoo
8/13/2025 9:20:16 AM



Ganderbal, August 12 (Scoop News)- Departments of Communication and Journalism (DCJ) and Information Technology (IT), Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) continued the Students Induction Programme for newly admitted students with a message on health and well-being on Tuesday.

Speaking on the occasion, Prof. (Dr.) Mushtaq Chalkoo, noted laparoscopic and bariatric surgeon. emphasized that good health—both physical and spiritual—is essential for success. “If you are healthy, you can do wonders; if you are unwell, you may ruin your dreams,” he told students, urging them to adopt ba...
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CUKashmir holds Tiranga rally, Anti-Drug Awareness walkathon ..
8/13/2025 9:10:31 AM

Ganderbal, August 12 (Scoop News)- As part of the 79th Independence Day celebrations, Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) organised a Tiranga Rally and an Anti-Drug Awareness Rally at Tulmulla campus here on Tuesday.

In the Tiranga Rally, organised by the Dean Students Welfare (DSW) in collaboration with National Service Scheme (NSS), the participants waved the tricolour and marched through the campus and adjoining areas. Faculty members, administrative staff, and students joined in large numbers, symbolising unity, and the ideals enshrined in the Constitution. Aimed at fostering p...
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Cyber Police Recovered, Saved ₹51.73 Lakhs in Budgam
8/13/2025 9:08:13 AM


Srinagar, August 12 (Scoop News)-The Cyber Police unit of J&K Police in Budgam have achieved significant success in tackling online financial fraud, recovered ₹11,41233 and prevented/saved an additional loss of ₹40,32499 from fraudsters. The recoveries were made in response to various complaints of fraudulent bank transactions.

In a parallel achievement, Cyber Police Budgam traced and recovered twenty-nine (29) missing smartphones of various makes and models, worth lakhs of rupees, through the CEIR portal, and promptly returned them to their rightful owners.

The Cyber Police continu...
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.J&K ACB produced chargesheet against then Naazir (Sr. Assistant), Budgam in trap case
8/13/2025 8:59:49 AM


Srinagar, August 12 (Scoop News)-Jammu and Kashmir Anti Corruption Bureau produced Chargesheet in case FIR No. 14/2023 registered under Section 7 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 at Police Station ACB Srinagar Kashmir against accused Fayaz-ud-din Shora, then Naazir (Sr. Assistant), Tehsil Office Khag, Budgam, in a bribery case before the Court of Addl. Special Anti-Corruption Judge Srinagar.

The FIR was registered on 03.08-2023 on a written complaint alleging that the accused demanded ₹2000 as bribe for listing his under-trial property dispute case before the Executive Magistr...
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Har Ghar Tiranga campaign: Massive rallies across Kashmir showcase patriotism & unity
8/13/2025 8:52:20 AM


Srinagar, August 12 (Scoop News)- In a powerful display of unity and patriotism, all districts across Kashmir came alive with the colors of the Indian tricolor as people from all walks of life participated in the Har Ghar Tiranga rallies.

Held as part of the ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ celebrations, the rallies aimed to encourage citizens to hoist the national flag at their homes and reaffirm their commitment to the nation. Across all districts of Kashmir, students, youth, government officials, local residents, personnel from J&K Police and CAPFs joined hands in a Tiranga march, waving t...
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Omar Abdullah urges citizens to uphold the dignity of the national flag at Tiranga Rally
8/13/2025 8:41:03 AM


Srinagar, August 12 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today urged the people to preserve and uphold the honour of the national flag, calling it a living symbol of India’s identity, pride and the sacrifices of countless patriots.

He was addressing a gathering at the Tiranga Rally concluded at the Nehru Memorial Botanical Garden, Chashma-i-Shahi, Srinagar.

Reflecting on the past, ...
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Historic Arrival of Freight Train in Kashmir Will Revolutionise Local Economy: Altaf Thakur
8/12/2025 10:43:32 AM

Srinagar, August 11 (Scoop News)-Welcoming the arrival of the first-ever freight train to the Valley, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Jammu and Kashmir spokesman Altaf Thakur hailed the development as a “game-changer” for the Union Territory’s economy and fruit industry.

Ina a statement, Thakur said the freight train will significantly benefit the fruit industry, which forms the backbone of Kashmir’s agrarian economy, by ensuring faster transportation of apples, pears, and other produce to national markets. “This is a historic day for Kashmir. Our fruit growers will no longer have to face l...
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NC responsible for building strong foundation of terrorism in J&K: Arun
8/12/2025 10:42:06 AM


Jammu, August 11 (Scoop News)-National Conference (NC) is the champion in establishing very strong robust foundation of terrorism and separatism in J&K and till today the whole J&K is paying a very heavy and unbearable price for this creation by NC.

This was stated by Arun Gupta, J&K BJP Spokesperson. Accompanied by Dr. Pardeep Mahotra, BJP Media Incharge, he was addressing a Press Conference at party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu.

Generation after generation in J&K have been deprived of joining mainstream of country and today when whole India and it’s all states are progressin...
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J&K Police organizes seminar on “Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
8/12/2025 10:37:29 AM

Srinagar, August 11 (Scoop News)-J&K Police in Baramulla today organized a seminar on “Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel as an Architect of India’s Internal security” at Government degree college Pattan.

The programme was moderated by prof. Imtiyaz Ahmad, while Dr Sajad Ahmad delivered the keynote address. SDPO Pattan Shri Shahjahan Choudhary-JKPS and DySP Ops Pattan Shri Umer Urfan-JKPS, shared detailed insights on Sardar Patel’s historic role in uniting the nation and laying the foundations of India’s internal security. SHO Police station Pattan presented the vote of thanks. Certificates and me...
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DC Kathua inspects ongoing bridge work over Pedu Nallah at Mahanpur
8/10/2025 10:05:50 PM
Kathua, August 10 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma today conducted an inspection of the ongoing construction work of the bridge over Pedu Nallah at Mahanpur, being executed by the Border Roads Organisation.

The DC was accompanied by Additional Deputy Commissioner Kathua Vishavjeet Singh, Executive Engineer PWD Billawar, Tehsildar and Block Development Officer Mahanpur.

During the visit, the DC directed the executing agency to expedite the pace of work and ensure completion and full operationalisation of the bridge by August 20, 2025.

BRO officials apprised the D...
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Grand Shobha Yatra taken out in Ghagwal with religious fervour
8/10/2025 9:50:27 PM
Samba, August 10 (Scoop News)-A vibrant shobha yatra was organised ahead of Janamashtami festival at Ghagwal by the Shri Narsingh Temple Management Committee in close collaboration with the District Administration Samba, local volunteers and prominent citizens.

The procession began at the Shri Narsingh Temple complex in the morning, weaving through the picturesque villages of Raguchak, Malani and Lala Chak. Following a serene pause at the Rajpura Ram Temple, it continued its journey back to the starting point via Sanura, Randhwal, Jatwal and Tapyal. Throughout the route, warm-hearted local...
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EJAC Senior Vice President Farooq Khan Bereaved; Cousin Brother Haji Abdul Aziz Passes Away
8/10/2025 9:31:14 PM


Srinagar, August 10 (Scoop News)- The Mechanical Irrigation & Flood Control Employees Federation (MI&FCEF) expresses profound grief and sorrow over the sad demise of Haji Abdul Aziz Khan, cousin brother of EJAC Senior Vice President and Chairman MI&FCEF Farooq Ahmad Khan.

Haji Abdul Aziz Khan, a noble and humble soul known for his generosity, honesty and deep respect for all, was a respected resident of Mahraj Gunj, Downtown area of Srinagar, presently residing at Parraypora Majeed Bagh. He passed away today after a brief illness and was laid to rest at his ancestral graveyard in Saad ...
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