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| J&K Police intensify crackdown on drug networks | | Illegal properties frozen and attached in Baramulla & Shopian | |
Srinagar, May 01 (Scoop News)-J&K Police have stepped up their ongoing drive against drug trafficking by taking strict action against properties acquired through illicit narcotics trade in Baramulla and Shopian districts.
In Baramulla, Police have secured confirmation from the competent authority under the NDPS Act, 1985, for freezing the property of Habil Yaseen Dar, a resident of Tarhama Kunzer. The accused is involved in FIR No. 16/2025 registered at Police Station Kunzer, in which 10 grams of heroin were recovered from his possession. The property was initially seized on March 12, 2026, during the course of investigation. After due legal process, the SAFEMA/Competent Authority co... |
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| | PSA Pushes Scouting Programs To Strengthen Student | | Physical Fitness & Mental Well-Being | |
Srinagar, May 01 (Scoop News)- In a positive step to improve student growth and well-being, the Private Schools Association (PSA) has highlighted the need to introduce Bharat Scouts and Guides units in schools across the Kashmir Valley. The suggestion was made during a meeting between PSA Director Media & Communications Dr. Owais Mattoo and Secretary Bharat Scouts and Guides Nazir Ahmad Mir.
During the interaction, Dr. Mattoo emphasized that structured platforms such as the provide a disciplined and purposeful channel for students to engage in productive activities. He urged all educational institutions to establish dedicated scouting and guiding units, noting that such initiatives... |
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| | JKSA Slams Pakistan over Jamia Millia Remarks | | Says ‘No Locus Standi in India’s Internal Affairs | |
Srinagar, May 01 (Scoop News)-The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) on Friday strongly condemned the remarks made by Pakistan regarding the recent protests at Jamia Millia Islamia, asserting that India’s internal affairs are sovereign, non-negotiable, and not open to external commentary.
In a statement, National Convenor Nasir Khuehami termed Pakistan’s comments as misplaced, unwarranted, and a clear attempt to interfere in India’s domestic matters. “This is entirely India’s internal issue. Pakistan has no locus standi to comment on developments within our universities or democratic institutions. We categorically reject any such interference. This is none of their busines... |
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| | Div Com Kashmir directs for meticulous execution of plans for seamless Nasha Mukt J&K Padyatra | | |
Srinagar, April 30 (Scoop News)-In preparation for the upcoming Nasha Mukt J&K Padyatra scheduled for May 3, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, on Thursday chaired a high-level meeting to review arrangements laying strong emphasis on precision, coordination, and seamless execution.
The meeting was attended by senior officials, including the DIG Central Kashmir, Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Commissioner SMC, Director Information & Public Relations, Director Health Services, SSP Traffic, and heads of various departments such as School Education, Higher Education, Transport, Culture, Hospitality & Protocol, Tribal Affairs, and other key stakeholders.
During the meeting, the... |
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| | Alumni registration for SANGAM 3.0 at NIT Srinagar extended till May 5 | | |
Srinagar, April 30 (Scoop News)-The Alumni Association of National Institute of Technology Srinagar has extended the deadline for alumni registration for SANGAM 3.0 to May 5, 2026, allowing more former students to participate in the upcoming flagship reunion event.
Officials said alumni from the Jubilee Batches of 1965/1966, 1975/1976, and 2000/2001 will be honoured as Guests of Honour during the programme in recognition of their longstanding association with the institute.
As part of the preparations, branch-wise mandals have been constituted for the ABC (Alumni Back to Classroom) Programme, aimed at strengthening academic engagement between alumni and current students.
The anno... |
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| | PSA Extends Full Support To LG Manoj Sinha’s Nasha Mukt Abhiyan | | Strengthens Anti-Drug Awareness In Schools | |
Srinagar, April 30 (Scoop News)-In a significant step towards strengthening the fight against substance abuse, the Private Schools’ Association (PSA) has extended its full support to the Nasha Mukt Abhiyan led by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha across Jammu & Kashmir. In this regard, the Private Schools’ Association (PSA), led by its State President Bilal Ahmad Bhat, along with JK Unaided Private Schools President Showkat Chowdhary, General Secretary Srinagar District Parvaiz Ahmad Lone, PRO B.A. Shah and other members, held an important meeting at the Directorate of School Education Kashmir to deliberate on the effective and coordinated rollout of the Nasha Mukt Abhiyan across the Jammu ... |
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| | IUST Intensifies Anti-Drug Awareness with Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan Rally | | |
Awantipora,April 30 (Scoop News)-In a strong reaffirmation of its commitment to building a drug-free society, the Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) today organized a large-scale awareness rally under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan.
The rally was led by the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Shakil Ahmad Romshoo, and witnessed active participation from faculty members, administrative officers, non-teaching staff, students, research scholars, and members of the local community. The massive participation reflected a collective resolve to combat substance abuse through awareness, education, and community engagement.
The event was also attended by Prof. Aabid H Shalla Registrar, P... |
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| | BJP Welcomes Direct Jammu–Srinagar Vande Bharat, Calls It a New Era of Connectivity in J&K | | |
Srinagar, April 30 (Scoop News)- The Bharatiya Janata Party, Jammu & Kashmir, has welcomed the inauguration of the direct Vande Bharat Express connecting Jammu and Srinagar. Party State Spokesperson Danish Bhat termed it a landmark development that significantly strengthens connectivity and economic integration within the Union Territory.
Bhat said that the direct rail link between Jammu and Srinagar fulfils a long-standing aspiration of the people of both regions. He noted that earlier, passengers traveling between Jammu and Srinagar had to change trains at Katra, as services operated in segments. The introduction of a direct service between Jammu and Srinagar now marks a decisive s... |
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| | DYSS Baramulla amplifies Sports Movement, Nasha Mukt J&K Campaign across Multiple Zones | | | Baramulla, April 30 (Scoop News)- Department of Youth Services and Sports (DYSS) Baramulla continues to promote a vibrant sports culture alongside its intensified anti-drug awareness drive under the banner of Nasha Mukt J&K Abhiyan, with a series of inter-school zonal level competitions conducted across various zones of the district.
Zone Nehalpora successfully organized an Inter-School Zonal Level Volleyball Competition for Under-14 boys at BMS Waripora, drawing participation from around 200 students. The event witnessed great enthusiasm and showcased the budding sporting talent of the zone.
Similarly, Zone Jhulla conducted Inter-School Zonal Level Volleyball Competitions for Under-... |
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| | CUKashmir’s DSW, Health Centre hold health check-up prog for students | | |
Ganderbal, April 29 (Scoop News)-To foster health awareness and holistic well-being among students, Health Centre in collaboration with Dean Students Welfare (DSW), Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir), under the ambit of the ongoing Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, on Wednesday organized a comprehensive health check-up programme for the students and scholars at the Tulmulla Health Centre.
Inaugurating the camp, Registrar, Dr. Nisar Ahmad Mir, underscored the critical link between health and academic success. Addressing the gathering, he emphasized that a student’s well-being must remain paramount, noting that “only when the health of the student is safeguarded can they truly excel in... |
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| | IGP Kashmir promotes 1785 officials to their next ranks | | |
Srinagar, April 29 (Scoop News)-Departmental promotion committee constituted under the chairmanship of IGP Kashmir Shri V.K. Birdi for assessing the suitability of eligible HCs, SgCts and Constables for their elevation to the next ranks has approved promotion of 1785 officials including 300-HCs, 1020-SgCts & 465-Cts to the rank of ASI, HC and SgCts respectively.
IGP Kashmir has felicitated the promoted officials/their families and expressed the hope that they will strive to work hard for maintaining of public peace, tranquillity and law & order in the Union territory of J&K.
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| | IGP Kashmir, Div Com Kashmir Co-Chair meeting at PCR Kashmir | | Review progress and implementation of Nasha Mukt Jammu Kashmir Abhiyaan | |
Srinagar, April 29 (Scoop News)-IGP Kashmir and Divisional Commissioner Kashmir co-chaired a joint meeting to assess the implementation and progress of the Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan at PCR Kashmir.
The 100-day “Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyan” was launched by the Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor, UT of J&K, as a time-bound and outcome-oriented initiative to intensify the fight against drug abuse and illicit trafficking across the Union Territory, directing all concerned departments and enforcement agencies to adopt a zero-tolerance approach against drug peddling.
The meeting was attended by all range DIsG of Kashmir, all DCs of Kashmir Zone, all district SSsP of Kashmir Zon... |
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| | Secretary RDD directs DCs to prepare District Sanitation | | Plans for door-to-door waste collection | |
Srinagar, April 29 (Scoop News)-Secretary, Rural Development (RDD) & Panchayati Raj, Mohammad Aijaz Asad today chaired a high-level review meeting under the Swachh Bharat Mission-Grameen and directed all Deputy Commissioners to prepare comprehensive District Sanitation Plans within one week for universal door-to-door waste collection across rural Jammu & Kashmir.
The Secretary said the District Sanitation Plans must begin with Panchayat-wise mapping of existing rural sanitation infrastructure created by the Department, including Segregation Sheds, Plastic Waste Management Units (PWMUs), compost pits, soakage facilities, waste collection points, transport vehicles and other sanitation... |
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| | J&K Judicial Academy organises special session on “Yoga for Mental Fitness” | | |
Srinagar, April 29 (Scoop News)-Under the patronage of Arun Palli, Hon'ble Chief Justice, High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh (Patron-in-Chief, J&K Judicial Academy), Arun Palli and guidance of Chairperson and members of Governing Committee for J&K Judicial Academy, the J&K Judicial Academy today organised a special session titled “Yoga for Mental Fitness” at the District Court Complex, Mominabad, Srinagar, for the Judicial Officers and staff of Srinagar district, in collaboration with the Isha Foundation.
The session was inaugurated by Naseer Ahmad Dar, Director, J&K Judicial Academy, who in his address, underscored the importance of maintaining the physical and mental well-bei... |
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| | District Admin Anantnag goes tough on NDPS Act violators | | demolishes illegal properties of drug peddlers built on State Land | | Anantnag, April 29 (Scoop News)-In a major operation against NDPS Act violators, the District Administration Anantnag along with the Police, today carried out a massive demolition drive against the illegal properties built by the drug peddlers in Sangam, Bijbehara.
The action was part of the intensified 100 Days Nasha Mukt JK campaign launched recently to eradicate the drug menace from the society.
During the crackdown, revenue authorities led by SDM and Tehsildar Bijbehara, supported by a district police team led by SDPO Bijbehara, identified several commercial structures viz Kashmir Restaurant, Taj Restaurant, and MIR Restaurant that had been illegally raised on State Land and foun... |
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| | Div Com Kashmir meets Religious Leaders | | invites for participation in Nasha Mukt J&K Padyatra | |
Srinagar, April 29 (Scoop News)- Continuing outreach efforts to engage stakeholders in the fight against drug abuse and to build a narcotics-free society, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, today held a meeting with religious leaders from various faiths.
The meeting was attended by Imams, members of the Shia Community, Gurudwara Prabandhak Committee, and representatives of the migrant Hindu community.
During the interaction, the Divisional Commissioner appreciated the proactive role of religious leaders in the Nasha Mukt J&K Abhiyan, noting their influence in spreading awareness through religious institutions and community engagement.
He emphasized that the role of re... |
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