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| High Court celebrates International Yoga Day | | Embracing Yoga as a way of life can significantly enhance judicial functions: Chief Justice | 
Srinagar, June 21 (Scoop News)- The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh today celebrated the International Yoga Day at High Court Complex, Srinagar, with high fervor and enthusiasm.
The event was inaugurated by Chief Justice High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, Arun Palli.
The Chief Justice stressed upon all the participants to include Yoga in their daily life to remain physically and mentally fit. He emphasized that embracing Yoga as a way of life can significantly enhance judicial functions, boosting efficiency and effectiveness for Judicial Officers and all stakeholders.
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| | J&K Police officers level up their finger print skills | | |
Jammu, June 20 (Scoop News)-Forty J&K Police officers/officials successfully underwent the first stage of an intensive 12-week course on "Proficiency in Fingerprint Science". This course, a joint effort between the Central Fingerprint Bureau (CFPB) and National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), commenced on April 15th, 2025 at DPL Jammu and was primarily focussed on making the trainees well versed in the Fingerprint science and ultimately aid in solving the crimes.
These selected officers—including Inspectors, Sub-Inspectors, Head Constables and Constables—dove deep into the world of fingerprint science. They were briefed regarding the various aspects of Fingerprint science, viz. identifica... |
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| | Ashok Koul stresses ground-level outreach; Yoga Diwas, Dr Mookherjee Punya Tithi & Black Day observance | | BJP Doda holds review meeting on ‘Viksit Bharat Ka Amritkaal – 11 Saal of Sewa, Sushasan, Gareeb Kalyan’ Abhiyan | |
Doda, June 20 (Scoop News)-A comprehensive review meeting regarding the ongoing ‘Viksit Bharat Ka Amritkaal – Sewa, Sushasan, Gareeb Kalyan Ke 11 Saal’ Abhiyan was convened today at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) District Office in Doda. The meeting was chaired by BJP District President Babu Ram Sharma and led by J&K BJP General Secretary (Organisation) Ashok Koul.
The meeting saw the active participation of DDC Chairman Dhananter Singh Kotwal, District Prabhari Pawan Sharma, District General Secretary Sanjay Saraf, Ashok Kumar, Rakesh Sharma, Administrator WAQF Board Doda Javed Zargar Mandal presidents, Morcha heads, and other office bearers of the district unit.
Ashok Koul too... |
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| | Chuni demands Refugee Status for PoJK Displaced on World Refugee Day | | |
Jammu, June 20 (Scoop News)-As the world marks World Refugee Day on June 20, Rajiv Chuni, Chairman S. O. S. International - An Organization for displaced persons of Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (PoJK), issued an urgent call for justice. Representing over 1.5 million PoJK displaced, Chuni demanded that the Government of India and the UNHCR recognize their refugee status, denied for 78 years, to grant them access to international protections and aid. “While the world celebrates, we are left in limbo, stripped of dignity and rights,” he stated, highlighting a humanitarian crisis that undermines the spirit of World Refugee Day.
Since the 1947 conflict over Jammu and Kashmir, PoJK di... |
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| | Jammu based Cultural Troupes/Artists awaiting for long pending payments of Shri Amarnath Yatra | | |
Jammu, June 20 (Scoop News)-Cultural Troupes/Artists awaiting for long pending payments who rendered their services in Cultural/Devotional Events organised by “Tourism Department Jammu”at Yatri Niwas, Bhagawati Nagar Jammu during the Amarnath Yatra June-July 2024.Jammu based 19 Cultural Troupes from Central Bureau of Communications,Jammu & more than 200 Artists including Singers/Musicians & Dancers performed in the events.
The Artists/Troupes claim that they haven’t received any payments from “Tourism department,Jammu” despite assurance that the payments would be cleared within 3 months of the Yatra conclusion.
The delay of payments is causing financial difficulties for all Art... |
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| | DM Samba lifts temporary ban on holding Dangal competitions | | | Samba,June 19 (Scoop News)-District Magistrate, Samba, in exercise of the powers conferred under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 ordered the immediate lifting of the temporary ban on the organization and conduct of all Dangal/Kushti events in District Samba, with effect from today, the 19th day of June, 2025.
Organizers of such events are directed to ensure compliance with all applicable safety guidelines, including provisions for adequate hydration, medical facilities, and crowd management, to safeguard participants and attendees.
This order shall come into force with immediate effect and supersedes the previous order dated.
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| | Clearance work underway to facilitate road widening at Bafliaz | | | Poonch, June 19 (Scoop News)-The District Administration Poonch, under the directions of Deputy Commissioner Vikas Kundal, has started the removal of structures along the Rajouri–Thanamandi–Surankote (RTS) road near Bafliaz.
The drive is being carried out under the supervision of the Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM), Tehsildar Surankote, in coordination with the Officer Commanding (OC) of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO). Structures falling within the proposed alignment of the road are being removed to facilitate seamless progress of the widening of this vital project.
The upgraded road is expected to significantly reduce travel time, enhance transport safety and open up new avenu... |
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| | Arrangements for historic mela at Devsthan Jadsarkote discussed at Udhampur | | | Udhampur,June 19 (Scoop News)- To discuss the arrangements for the smooth conduct of Historic Jadsarkote mela which is commencing from June 25 2025, the Deputy Commissioner Saloni Rai today convened a meeting of officers of various departments, here in the Mini Conference Hall DC Office Complex.
Additional Deputy Commissioner Prem Singh, Chief Medical Officer, Executive Engineer Jal Shakti, Executive Engineer JPDCL and other senior officers besides representatives of the mela committee attended the meeting.
Detailed discussions were held on the arrangements for security, sanitation, health care, transport, traffic management, drinking water and power supply, Installation of departmen... |
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| | DC inspects ongoing works in Poonch Township | | | Poonch,June 19 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner Vikas Kundal today conducted an on-site inspection of the ongoing footpath construction work from Nakha Wali Chowk to the Post Office and Hathi Gate in the heart of Poonch city.
The Executive Engineer PWD (R&B) apprised the Deputy Commissioner of the project’s current status and key details. It was informed that the project is being executed at an estimated cost of ₹66.64 lakh. The DC reviewed the quality and pace of the construction, ensuring that the work adheres to the Detailed Project Report (DPR) and complies with prescribed engineering standards.
Emphasizing the significance of improved civic infrastructure for public convenience, ... |
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| | Kishtwar gets its first Indoor Shooting Range | | |
Kishtwar , June 19 (Scoop News)-In a landmark development, an Indoor Shooting Range was officially inaugurated today at Government Higher Secondary School (GHSS) Boys Kishtwar by the Member Legislative Assembly Shagun Parihar.
The MLA was the chief guest on the occasion. The state-of-the-art shooting facility has been established through a collaborative effort of the Mechanical & Hospital Sub-Division and the Department of Youth Services & Sports (YS&S.
This initiative aims to provide world-class training infrastructure to young aspirants and promote precision sports like rifle shooting in the region.
In celebration of this milestone, the Department of Youth Services & Sports Kis... |
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| | DDC Poonch reviews performance of Banks | | Pitches for increasing priority sector lending | | Poonch, June 19 (Scoop News)-District Development Commissioner Vikas Kundal today chaired the District Level Review Committee (DLRC) meeting to review the performance of Banks regarding implementation of Annual Credit Plan (ACP) and dispensation of loan cases under government sponsored schemes for the Quarter ending March 2025 of FY 2024-25.
At the outset Lead District Manager Lead Bank Ravi Kumar informed the house that different Banks in district Poonch have achieved Total business of Rs. 6419.76 crore. The deposits have risen from Rs.3816.86 crore as on 31st March 2024 to Rs. 4218.75 crore as on 31st March 2025 showing a YoY growth of 10.53. Similarly the advances have gone up from ... |
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| | Massive plantation drive held near BSF camp Paloura to promote Clean Jammu | | |
Jammu, June 18 (Scoop News)- Jammu Municipal Corporation (JMC) in collaboration with the Urban Forest Division Jammu carried out a major plantation drive under the “Clean Jammu, Green Jammu” campaign near BSF camp Paloura, today. The initiative aimed to promote environmental conservation and foster a culture of green responsibility among citizens.
JMC Commissioner, Dr. Devansh Yadav led the drive by planting Gulmohar saplings at a vacant site along the canal bank. The plantation drive witnessed enthusiastic participation from local residents, cleanliness champions, senior citizens, former councillors and dedicated volunteers of Jammu city, who adopted saplings and took a pledge t... |
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| | IMCSD Interns interact with Joint Director Information, Jammu | | 
Jammu, June 18 (Scoop News)- As part of the ongoing Summer Media Internship Programme 2025-26, a group of student interns from the Institute of Mass Communication and Skill Development (IMCSD) today visited the Directorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR), J&K Government, at Bahu Plaza, Jammu.
The interns, comprising students from Government MAM College and Government College for Women (GCW), Bhagwati Nagar, engaged in a meaningful interaction with the Joint Director Information Jammu, Deepak Dubey.
The session aimed at familiarizing the aspiring media professionals w... |
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| | DIG Traffic decorates promoted Officer | | 
Jammu, June 18 (Scoop News)-A piping ceremony for the newly promoted Inspector was held today at Range Traffic Headquarters, Jammu.
Deputy Inspector General of Police, RTHQ Jammu Dr. Mohammad Haseeb Mughal decorated the newly promoted officer Inspector Santosh Sharma.
On this occasion, the DIG Traffic Jammu congratulated the officer on his well-deserved promotion and extended his best wishes for his future assignments. DIG Traffic Jammu appreciated the services and the role he played at Range Traffic Hqrs Jammu while handling multi tasks assigned to him from time to time. The DIG Tr... |
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| | DC, SSP Doda flag off Shri Chound Mata Charri Yatra from Kastigarh to Galadhar | |  Doda, June 18 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner (DC) Harvinder Singh and SSP Sandeep Kumar Mehta today flagged off the Shri Chound Mata Charri Yatra from Kastigarh to Galadhar, marking the beginning of the sacred pilgrimage with religious fervor and devotion.
A large number of devotees gathered at Kastigarh to participate in the yatra, which holds immense spiritual and cultural significance in the region. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from members of the Shri Chound Mata Mandir Committee, local residents and officials from the district administration.
The Deputy Commiss... |
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| | 62 students of SPMR College complete internship at JKEDI | | 
Jammu, June 18 (Scoop News)-The first batch of 62 students of Government SPMR College of Commerce, Jammu successfully completed their summer internship at the Jammu and Kashmir Entrepreneurship Development Institute (JKEDI).
The students pursuing Bachelors in Business Management (BBA) from the Government Sri Pratap Memorial Rajput College of Commerce (SPMR), Jammu underwent a 10-day (60-hour) internship, which commenced on June 4, 2025, at Bari Brahmana campus of the institute. As per National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 guidelines, the internship program aimed at developing the entrepre... |
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| | Vikram Randhawa holds public darbar at BJP headquarters | | |
Jammu, June 18 (Scoop News)-Vikram Randhawa, MLA from Bahu and a senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu & Kashmir, held a public darbar at the party headquarters in Trikuta Naga, Jammu.
The public outreach programme witnessed the participation of more than two dozen deputations from diverse localities including Rani Talab Digiana, Gangyal, Trikuta Nagar, Raghunath Bazar, Nanak Nagar, Nai Basti, Extension Ambedkar Nagar, Dharmsal Kalakote, Rajpura Mangotrian, Bhatindi, Sector-5 Nanak Nagar, Talab Tillo, Sector-1 Trikuta Nagar, Adarsh Enclave, KC Colony, among others. The large footfall is a testimony to the public’s trust in the BJP’s commitment to responsive and p... |
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| | Farooq, Omar conveyed condolences | | |
Jammu, June 17 (Scoop News)-National Conference President Dr Farooq Abdullah and Chief Minister J&K, Vice President JKNC Mr Omar Abdullah expressed grief over the passing away after prolonged illness of Smt Sita Devi Ji mother of Smt Anita Thakur DDC Kalakote and maternal grandmother of Th. Yashuvardhan Singh Additional Spokesperson Jammu JKNC and conveyed condolences to the bereaved family.
In their messages, Dr Farooq Abdullah and Mr Omar Abdullah prayed for peace to the departed soul and expressed solidarity with other members of the family.
In the condolence message, General Secretary Haji Ali Mohammed Sagar, Dr Sheikh Mustafa Kamaal, Ajay Kumar Sadhotra Addi... |
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