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| Congress observers Foundation Day | | JKPCC President reaffirms Party’s commitment to uphold the values of the Constitution of India | |
Srinagar, December 28 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh Congress Committee (JKPCC) President led the Senior Party Leaders, District Presidents, Block Presidents and leaders to observe the Party’s 140th Foundation Day at Srinagar Party Office and highlighted the supreme sacrifices, selfless services of the Party towards the Nation building, people empowerment, maintaining unity and harmony in the country.
Speaking on the occasion, JKPCC President reaffirmed the Party’s commitment under the leadership of Mallikarjun Kharge, CPP Chairperson, Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi to uphold the values of Constitution of India saying that every Congress worker and leader feels bound to figh... |
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| | Department of Handicrafts carries out Inspection drive of Copper units in Srinagar | | 
Srinagar, December 28 (Scoop News)- A special inspection drive was conducted in respect of the Copper manufacturing units and establishments, operating in various areas of Srinagar City today, along with representatives of the Kashmir Copper Workers Trade union.
The drive was carried in the areas of Solina, Rambagh Nowgam, Natipopra and Habbakadal, with the objective to check the adherence of the Copperware manufacturers and traders to the provisions of the Jammu and Kashmir Prohibition on manufacture of specified Copper utensils (By Machine) Act 2006, and to stop the misbranding of ... |
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| | J&K Police organises Half Marathon Run in Budgam | | |
Srinagar, December 28 (Scoop News)- J&K Police in collaboration with Fitness Sports Club Budgam, organised a Half Marathon Run under the Civic Action Programme (CAP) 2025–26 in Budgam. The marathon commenced from the Sports Stadium Budgam, proceeded up to Sheikhpura Petrol Pump, and culminated back at the Sports Stadium Budgam, covering a distance of approximately 13 kilometres.
More than 80 local athletes from various parts of the Valley participated in the event with great enthusiasm and zeal. The event was flagged off by DySP Hqrs Budgam Shri Sajad Ahmad-JKPS, along with the SHO PS Budgam, in the presence of other senior police officials. During the pre-flag-off ceremony held at t... |
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| | Save Youth Save Future Holds ‘DARDNAMA’ Programme for Terror-Affected Families in Baramulla | | |
Srinagar, December 28 (Scoop News)- The Save Youth Save Future Foundation on Sunday organized a large-scale humanitarian programme titled “DARDNAMA: A Chronicle of Pain, Truth, and Human Resilience” at Dak Bungalow, Baramulla, bringing together nearly 400 families from across North Kashmir who have been affected by terrorism over the past three decades.
The programme provided a dignified and inclusive platform for victims of terrorism; many of whom have remained unheard, undocumented, and unaddressed for over thirty years to share their stories of loss, suffering, and resilience. The initiative primarily focused on families whose cases were never systematically recorded or adequately a... |
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| | JKSA Demands Dialogue over Student Detentions | | |
Jammu/Srinagar, December 28 (Scoop News)- The Jammu & Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) on Sunday strongly condemned the wave of detentions, family intimidations, and hostel lockdowns targeting students. These heavy-handed measures were deployed solely to prevent a peaceful protest demanding a fair and equal reservation policy.
National Convenor of Association Nasir Khuehami said that, We have always prioritized discussion over discord. However, treating students; the future of this region as adversaries is a grave mistake. These young people are not agitators but informed citizens standing up for their constitutional rights to justice and equality. The government of the day must und... |
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| | World AIDS Day Observed at Syed Mantaqi Memorial College, IUST | | |
Awantipora,December 27 (Scoop News)- Syed Mantaqi Memorial College of Nursing and Medical Technology, Islamic University of Science and Technology, observed World AIDS Day 2025 in line with the global theme “Overcoming Disruptions, Transforming the AIDS Response.” The programme focused on raising awareness, promoting prevention strategies, and fostering informed dialogue on HIV/AIDS among students and faculty.
A range of academic and awareness-based activities were organised to observe the day, including poster presentations, group discussions, debates on modes of transmission, prevention, myths and facts related to HIV/AIDS, and the importance of empathy and social support for peopl... |
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| | IGP Kashmir Chairs Annual Crime Review Meeting of Kashmir Zone at PCR Kashmir | | 
Srinagar, December 27 (Scoop News)- IGP Kashmir Shri V.K. Birdi-IPS, chaired the annual crime review meeting at Police Control Room, Kashmir. The meeting was attended by all Range DIGs of Kashmir Zone, all District SSPs of Kashmir Zone, JDP ZPHQ, and other senior officers.
At the outset of the meeting, the participating officers briefed the IGP Kashmir about the overall crime situation in the Kashmir Zone and highlighted their efforts in preventing crime and improving the quality of investigation. Besides general crime, the meeting revolved around the investigation of cases falling under... |
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| | ACB Traps and arrests clerk in the office of RDD for demanding and accepting bribe | | |
Srinagar, December 26 (Scoop News)- (26-12-2025) Jammu and Kashmir Anti Corrupting Bureau received a written complaint alleging therein that the complainant’s father had constructed an irrigation Ladh and after completion of work he had submitted bill which was forwarded through concerned quarters to the office of Rural Engineering Wing (RDD) Anantnag, where concerned clerk namely Manzoor Ahmad Ahanger demanded bribe openly from him for releasing the payment in his favour.
The complainant chose not to pay bribe and instead approached Anti Corruption Bureau for taking legal action against the said clerk as provided under law.
On receipt of the complaint, a discreet verification w... |
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| | Secretary Transport reviews functioning of Weighbridge at Sonamarg | | |
Srinagar, December 26 (Scoop News)- Secretary, Transport Department, Avny Lavasa, today visited Sonamarg to take stock of the functioning and facilities at the Weighbridge here.
The Secretary was accompanied by the Regional Transport Officer (RTO) Kashmir, Assistant Regional Transport Officer (ARTO) Ganderbal and other concerned officers and officials.
During the visit, the Secretary assessed the operational status of the weighbridge, availability of manpower and adequacy of infrastructure. She stressed the importance of strict enforcement of axle load norms to curb overloading, ensure smooth traffic regulation, enhance road safety and protect road infrastructure.
The Secretary ... |
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| | National Mathematics Day Celebrated at IUST-Kashmir | | |
Awantipora, December 26 (Scoop News)- The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), through its Department of Mathematical Sciences, celebrated National Mathematics Day to honour the birth anniversary of eminent mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan and emphasize the importance of mathematics in contemporary science, technology, and innovation.
The programme brought together faculty, research scholars, and students in an academically enriching setting, highlighting mathematics’ central role in scientific research, technological advancement, and interdisciplinary applications. It featured expert talks reflecting on Ramanujan’s contributions and the ongoing relevance of mathema... |
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| | CUKashmir’s EC approves launch of new programmes | | hails VC for shaping the academics, infra development of varsity | |
New Delhi, December 26 (Scoop News)- The 31st meeting of the Executive Council (EC), highest statutory decision-making body of the Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir), was held here today with Vice-Chancellor, Prof. A Ravinder Nath in chair.
The meeting was attended by Prof. Vandana Mishra, Centre of Comparative Politics & Political Theory, School of International Studies, JNU, New Delhi, Prof. Parikshat Singh Manhas, School of Hospitality and Tourism Management, University of Jammu, Prof. Ajay Kumar Singh, Department of Commerce, School of Economics, University of Delhi, Dr. Mriganka Sekhar Sarma, Deputy Secretary, UGC, Shri Shantmanu, Additional Chief Secretary, Higher Educatio... |
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| | Hakeem Yaseen Slams MO Reservation Policy, Seeks Restoration of Open Merit | | |
Srinagar, December 26 (Scoop News)- Peoples Democratic Front (PDF) leader and former Minister Hakeem Mohammed Yaseen has strongly criticised the Jammu and Kashmir Health and Medical Education Department for what he termed as a “deeply flawed and unjust” allocation of Medical Officer (MO) posts, where only 192 out of 480 posts have been kept for Open Merit (OM) candidates.
In a statement issued here, Hakeem Mohammed Yaseen said that the present reservation structure has completely distorted the original objective of affirmative action. “Reservation was introduced to uplift the genuinely disadvantaged, not to overpower merit or convert equality into exclusion. Today, Open Merit cand... |
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| | NIT Srinagar celebrates Veer Bal Diwas | | |
Srinagar, December 26 (Scoop News)- The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar commemorated Veer Bal Diwas on Friday with enthusiasm and reverence on its campus, paying tribute to the supreme sacrifice and courage of the Sahibzadas.
The event witnessed active participation from children of faculty and staff members, making the observance both educational and engaging.
The programme was organised under the supervision of Executive Engineer Dr Syed Mohsin Shabir, who served as the nodal officer for the event. A series of activities aimed at instilling values of bravery, patriotism, and discipline among children were conducted on the occasion.
The function was attended by I... |
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