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| Meta, Facebook, and Instagram Must Uphold Freedom of Expression | | J&K Government Must Stop Censoring Media: Mehbooba Mufti | |
Srinagar, March 03 (Scoop News)-PDP Chief Mehbooba Mufti has expressed deep concern over the recent censorship of news organisations such as @GreaterKashmir, @KashmirLife, and @RisingKashmir, whose Facebook and Instagram pages have been taken down. Such actions not only silence legitimate voices but also undermine the fundamental right to freedom of expression. The Jammu & Kashmir government must also immediately end any censorship of media in the region.
These outlets are recognised for their professional standards, and removing them from digital platforms weakens the availability of verified and reliable information to the public. When established media voices are sidelined, the resu... |
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| | DC Ganderbal reviews progress under District CAPEX Budget 2025–26 | | | Ganderbal, March 02 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore today chaired a meeting to review the progress of works being executed under the District CAPEX Budget 2025–26 in the district.
During the meeting, the DC reviewed the progress of key sectors including I&FC, Jal Shakti, PW (R&B), KPDCL, Health, Education, etc. emphasizing the urgent need to complete all ongoing projects as the financial year draws to a close.
The DC took a detailed review of both physical and financial achievements under the approved works and stressed the need for timely completion of all projects within the stipulated timeframe.
Threadbare discussions were also held with the conc... |
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| | CUKashmir’s Deptt of IT holds academic workshops | | |
Ganderbal, March 02 (Scoop News)-Department of Information Technology, Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir), organized two academic workshops on 26–27 February 2026 at the Tulmulla Campus, focusing on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in higher education and curriculum development.
The first workshop, titled “Higher Education in the Age of AI: Transforming Learning, Research & Innovation,” was held on 26 February. It explored the transformative impact of AI on teaching, research, innovation ecosystems, and academic governance. Deliberations were held on AI-enabled pedagogy, research automation tools, interdisciplinary collaboration, data-driven decision-making, and ethical consideratio... |
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| | J&K Police files charge sheet in fake government job fraud case in Awantipora | | |
Srinagar, March 02 (Scoop News)- Police Station Awantipora has filed a charge sheet in FIR No. 09/2026 under Sections 318(4), 61(2), and 351(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) before the Hon’ble Court of the Additional Special Mobile Magistrate, Awantipora, in a case pertaining to cheating and fraud on the false pretext of providing a government job.
The accused persons have been identified as Showkat Ahmad Dar, son of Gh. Mohd Dar @ Mom Dar, resident of Panzgam & Aijaz Ahmad Shah, son of Ali Mohd Shah, resident of Tral Payeen.
During investigation, it was established that the accused induced the complainant to part with ₹7,00,000/- by falsely assuring appointment in a governme... |
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| | J&K Police seized 05 vehicles and arrests 05 persons in Awantipora | | |
Srinagar, March 02 (Scoop News)-In continuation of its ongoing drive against illegal mining, J&K Police have arrested 05 persons and has seized 02 Loaders ,02 Tractors and 01 Dumper involved in illegal transportation of minerals in Datpora and Reshipora areas of Awantipora.
Acting tough against the persons involved in illegal extraction and transportation of minerals, a Police party of Police Post Reshipora headed by Incharge Police Post Reshipora under the supervision of SDPO Awantipora seized five Vehicles. The persons involved in the said crime have been identified as Jahangeer Ahmad Bhat son of Mohd Ayoub resident of Chakoora Pulwama, Nadeem Ahmad Mir son of Ab khaliq resident of L... |
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| | J&K Police seizes 04 Vehicles in Shopian; 02 FIRs registered | | |
Srinagar, March 01 (Scoop News)- Continuing its sustained drive against illegal mining, police in Shopian have seized 04 vehicles involved in illegal extraction and transportation of minerals in the Turkwangam area of the district.
During routine patrolling, a police party from Police Post Turkwangam intercepted a tipper and tractor engaged in illegal mining activities without valid royalty documents. In this regard FIR No. 20/2026 under relevant provisions of law has been registered at Police Station Zainapora and further investigation has been initiated. In another similar action in the Heff area, a police team from Police Post Turkwangam intercepted tipper and JCB involved in the... |
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| | Power Shutdown by KPDCL | | |
Srinagar, March 01 (Scoop News)- Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL has informed that the Shutdown of 33 kV Delina-Sopore Tap line and 33 kV Baramulla-II line will be observed due to which power supply to Krankshivan Colony, Baba Raza, Amargarh, Wogub, Old Town, Tawheed Gunj, Drangbal, Jalsheeri, Sheeri, Heewan, Zogiyar and adjoining areas will be affected from 08 AM to 02 PM on 03 March 2026.
Similarly, shutdown of 33 kV Wanpoh SICOP line will be observed due to which power supply to Veer, Srigufwara, Zirpara, Shamsipora, Bijbehara SICOP areas and adjoining areas will be affected from 08 AM t0 02 PM on 02 & 07 March 2026.
Likewise, shutdown of 33 kV Achabal Cherpora Tapline will ... |
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| | Police Conducts Night-Long Crackdown Against Illegal Mining | | |
Srinagar, March 01 (Scoop News)- Continuing its sustained drive against illegal mining, police in Pulwama launched a major night-long crackdown across various areas of the district and achieved significant success in curbing unlawful extraction and transportation of minerals.
Acting on specific inputs, police teams conducted coordinated raids in Rahmoo, Parigam, Rabitar, Nowpora, Wampora, Dairy Farm Pulwama and Lasipora. During the operation, a total of 17 vehicles and heavy machines including 7 dumpers, 5 tippers, 4 JCBs and 1 LNT machine were seized in two separate actions for their involvement in illegal mining activities.
At Dairy Farm Pulwama, 1 dumper, 4 tippers and 1 LNT mac... |
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| | Sakeena Itoo virtually participates in nationwide launch of HPV vaccination campaign | |  Kulgam, February 28 (Scoop News)-Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today virtually participated in the launch of nationwide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccination campaign for 14-year-old girls
The campaign was launched by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today from Ajmer, Rajasthan, marking a historic milestone in India’s fight against cervical cancer.
Speaking on the sidelines of virtual launch ceremony at Kulgam, Minister Sakeena highlighted that this campaign is a significant step towards strengthening preventive healthcare servic... |
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| | Sakeena Itoo inaugurates HDU at District Hospital Kulgam | |  Kulgam, February 28 (Scoop News)- Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today inaugurated the High Dependency Unit (HDU) at District Hospital Kulgam reaffirming the government’s commitment to enhancing accessible and quality healthcare services at the grassroots level.
Deputy Commissioner, Kulgam, Shahzad Alam; CMO Kulgam, senior officers of district administration and other concerned officers were also present on the occasion.
Speaking on the occasion, the Health Minister highlighted the Government’s focused approach to upgrade district-... |
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| | CUKashmir VC congratulates JK cricket team | | |
Ganderbal, February 28 (Scoop News)-Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir), led by its Vice-Chancellor, Prof. A Ravinder Nath, extended heartiest congratulations to the Jammu and Kashmir cricket team for scripting history by winning their maiden Ranji Trophy title.
Prof. A Ravinder Nath described the team’s win as a watershed moment in the sporting journey of Jammu and Kashmir. “This victory is not merely a sporting accomplishment; it symbolizes the indomitable spirit, relentless grit, and unwavering belief of our youth,” the Vice Chancellor said. He emphasized that the success would inspire young aspirants across schools, colleges, and universities to pursue sports with renewed c... |
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| | CUKashmir hosts landmark NCTE workshop to advance NPST, NMM for teachers | | |
Ganderbal, February 28 (Scoop News)-In a significant step toward advancing the transformative vision of the National Education Policy 2020, Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir), in collaboration with the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE), organized a one-day State-Level Workshop on “Capacity Building of Stakeholders for Nationwide Roll-out of NPST & NMM” at the varsity’s Campus here Saturday.
The workshop formed part of a nationwide outreach initiative aimed at strengthening teacher professionalism, mentoring structures, and quality standards across the country. The event witnessed participation from stakeholders representing Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, including tea... |
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| | NIT Srinagar to host special Alumni Day “SANGAM 2.0 (W)” on Int. Women’s Day | | |
Srinagar, February 28 (Scoop News)-The National Institute of Technology Srinagar will host a Special Alumni Day under the banner of SANGAM 2.0 (W) – Women’s Science Conclave (WSC–2026) on March 8, 2026, coinciding with International Women’s Day. The event will be organised in hybrid mode at the Common Hall of the institute.
SANGAM 2.0 (W) is an extension of the institute’s flagship alumni initiative, SANGAM (Students Alumni Networking for Growth, Aspiration and Mentorship).
The conclave aims to provide a vibrant platform for inspiration, dialogue, and mentorship, particularly focusing on empowering women through meaningful engagement between alumni and current students.
The Wom... |
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| | Hakeem Yaseen Congratulates J&K on Historic Ranji Trophy Triumph | | |
Srinagar, February 28 (Scoop News)- President of the People’s Democratic Front (PDF) and former Minister Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen on Saturday congratulated the Jammu and Kashmir cricket team for scripting history by lifting the Ranji Trophy title for the first time in the Union Territory’s history.
In a statement issued here, Hakeem Yaseen termed the victory as a “landmark moment” for Jammu and Kashmir’s sporting fraternity. He said the triumph would inspire generations of young cricketers across the region.
He said the team’s remarkable performance in the Ranji Trophy 2025-26 final against Karnataka reflects the immense talent, resilience, and determination of the players.
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