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| JKBOSE launches First-Ever Shina Textbooks for Classes I & II | | |
Srinagar, December 31 (Scoop News)- In a landmark move to promote and preserve regional languages, the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE) has announced the maiden publication of textbooks for the Shina language (Classes I and II).
The initiative aligns seamlessly with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the National Curriculum Framework for Foundational Stage (NCFFS) 2022, which advocate mother-tongue-based, multilingual, and culturally responsive education at the foundational level.
The textbooks have already been printed and distributed as per requisition, ensuring timely availability for classroom use.
The introduction of the Shina textbooks marks a... |
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| | Commissioner SMC reviews NCAP and SBM Projects amid rising Air Quality Concerns | | |
Srinagar, December 31 (Scoop News)- In view of air quality levels in Srinagar remaining higher than normal despite the city being surrounded by lush green forests, the Commissioner, Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC), Faz Lul Haseeb, conducted an extensive inspection of various parts of the city to review the implementation of projects under the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP).
The inspection also covered works being executed under the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM).
The inspection was aimed at strengthening on-ground interventions to address rising air pollution levels and improve overall urban environmental conditions.
Under NCAP, emphasis is being laid on enhancing gree... |
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| | Div Com conducts spot visit of Natipora Junction and Barzulla | | |
Srinagar, December 31 (Scoop News)- To address persistent traffic congestion and ensure smooth vehicular movement on the Rambagh-Natipora–Chanapora road, the Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, accompanied by the Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Akshay Labroo, conducted a spot visit of Natipora Junction and Barzulla underpass today.
During the visit, the Divisional Commissioner reviewed the existing traffic scenario and issued slew of directions for implementing strategic interventions.
He instructed the Public Works Department (PWD) to develop a T-junction at Natipora by utilizing available land of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) to facilitate smoother traffic movement and r... |
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| | DC Kupwara inspects construction of Transit Accommodations at Nutnussa, Kulangam | | Directs engineers for prioritizing the completion of projects | | Kupwara, December 31 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara, Shrikant Suse today undertook an extensive visit and inspected the ongoing construction of Transit Accommodations at Nutnussa and Kulangam.
He was accompanied by Chief Engineer R&B North Kashmir, Sushil Kumar; Additional Deputy Commissioner Handwara, Javed Naseem Masoodi; Superintending Engineer R&B, Rais Makdoomi; Executive Engineer R&B Handwara; Farooq Ahmad Shah, Tehsildar, Zeeshan Khan and and other concerned officers.
During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner inspected the transit Accommodations at Nutnussa and Kulangam and assessed the pace and quality of work, and issued necessary directions to the concern... |
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| | Div Com reviews progress of SMRDA Projects | | |
Srinagar, December 31 (Scoop News)- Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, on Wednesday directed executing agencies to expedite the completion of projects under the Srinagar Metropolitan Region Development Authority (SMRDA) scheme and ensure that all pending works are completed before the end of the current financial year.
Emphasizing adherence to timelines, the Divisional Commissioner urged agencies to fast-track projects that are nearing completion, keeping in view the expenditure cap of the allotted funds.
During the review meeting, the Divisional Commissioner assessed the physical and financial progress of several projects, including Transport Nagar at Parimpora; commu... |
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| | Police Crack Down on Timber Smuggling In Anantnag | | 2 Arrested with Illicit Kail Wood | |
Srinagar, December 30 (Scoop News)-Police in Anantnag achieved a significant success in curbing forest-related offences by arresting two timber smugglers involved in the illegal cutting of forest trees in the Kherpeth forest area.
Police Station Larnoo received specific and credible information regarding the involvement of two individuals, namely Adil Ahmad Padder son of Gh Mohi din Padder resident of Larnoo and Rayees Ahmad Sheikh son of Ab Salaam Sheikh resident of Kherpeth, in illegal forest activities. Acting swiftly on the information, a case FIR No. 42/2025 under relevant sections of law was registered at Police Station Larnoo and investigation was initiated.
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| | Police Alerts Citizens on VPN Usage Restrictions In Pulwama | | |
Srinagar, December 30 (Scoop News)-Police in Pulwama informs the general public that, following directions from the District Magistrate, Pulwama, the use of Virtual Private Network (VPN) services has been temporarily restricted across the district with immediate effect.
This measure has been taken as a preventive step to ensure public safety, cyber security, and maintenance of law and order. It is aimed at preventing any misuse of VPN services that could hinder lawful monitoring or compromise security.
The public is requested to fully comply with the restrictions and refrain from using VPN services on all digital devices during this period. Any violation of these directions will inv... |
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| | Hakeem Mohammed Yaseen Slams Reservation Policy, Calls for Open Merit and Peaceful Resolution | | Condemns attacks on Kashmiris traders in various parts of Country | |
Srinagar, December 30 (Scoop News)-Peoples Democratic Front (PDF) president and former Minister Hakeem Mohammed Yaseen has strongly criticised the existing reservation policy in Jammu and Kashmir, stating that it has severely affected the future of meritorious students and job aspirants.
He said his sympathy has always been with the youth of the region and safeguarding their future remains his highest priority. Yaseen stressed that open merit must be restored to ensure fairness, equality and justice in education and employment.
The PDF leader said he has consistently raised the reservation issue on different platforms and described it as a serious social concern that requires immedi... |
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| | IUST Conducts SSR Outreach Program in Tribal Village of Anantnag | | |
Awantipora, December 29 (Scoop News)- The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) organized a *Diabetes Screening and Awareness Camp* at Dudoo, Marhama, a tribal village in Anantnag districtunder its SSR Outreach Initiative, supported by the DST–PURSE Programme. The initiative was a part of the University’s programme to community health outreach and evidence-based public health interventions in underserved areas.
The camp aimed to create awareness about diabetes and other non-communicable diseases (NCDs), with a special focus on the Gujjar Bakerwal community. Participants were sensitized about risk factors, complications, prevention, and management of diabetes, as well as t... |
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| | Police ensure preservation of centuries-old sculpture found in Awantipora | | | Srinagar, December 29 (Scoop News)- Police in Awantipora have ensured the safe preservation of an ancient stone sculpture recovered from the River Jhelum at Larkipora, Awantipora. The artefact, believed to be centuries old, has been formally handed over to a team from the Directorate of Archives, Archaeology & Museums, Jammu & Kashmir for detailed documentation, examination, and conservation.
The sculpture, crafted from fine stone, reflects the region’s rich cultural and historical heritage. Immediately after its discovery, Awantipora Police secured the artefact and kept it under safe custody under the supervision of the SHO Police Station Awantipora, ensuring its protection from damage ... |
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| | Cyber Police unit of Shopian recovers ₹63.22 lakh in cyber fraud cases | | |
Srinagar, December 29 (Scoop News)- Cyber Police Station Shopian has recovered and restored an amount of ₹63,22,792 to victims of various cyber fraud cases during the current year, after completion of all prescribed legal and judicial formalities.
The recovery was achieved through prompt action and professional investigation by Cyber Police Station Shopian. During the period under report, Cyber Police Station Shopian received complaints pertaining to UPI-related frauds, social media scams, fake loan applications, OTP misuse, and other online financial frauds. On receipt of complaints, immediate action was taken and investigations were conducted using technical and digital tools.
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| | Prominent political figures join Congress | | JKPCC President Tariq Hameed Karra welcomes | |
Srinagar, December 29 (Scoop News)- J&K Pradesh Congress Committee President Tariq Hameed Karra on Monday welcomed various prominent political figures from different districts alongwith their supporters into Congress Party, terming the development an outcome of Party’s pro-people approach and uncompromising fight for protection of constitutional rights of Jammu and Kashmir.
Adv Younus Khan Former APNI Party Leader from Shopian, Waseem Ahmad Shalla from Srinagar and Sameer Bhat from Budgam in an extraordinary function held at Srinagar Party office joined Congress alongwith their hundreds of supporters and expressed their full faith under the pro-people policies of Congress and a... |
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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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