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| J&K moves to build a Multiversity for future-ready educatio | | CS consults Academics, Officers to workout the framework | |
Srinagar, October 01(Scoop News)-Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today held a detailed consultation with Vice Chancellors of Universities and senior functionaries of the Higher Education Department to explore the creation of a Multiversity ecosystem in Jammu and Kashmir, leveraging the collective academic, research, technological and infrastructural strengths of the region’s universities and premier institutions.
The meeting was attended by Vice Chancellors of the universities of J&K, Commissioner Secretary, Higher Education Department; Director Colleges, J&K, and other concerned officers.
The consultation focused on developing an institutional framework for greater inter-university... |
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| | LG and CM Greet People on the Eve of Gandhi Jayanti | | |
Srinagar, October 01(Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha and CM Omar Abdullah greeted the people on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, which will be celebrated tomorrow on 2nd October, 2026.
In a message, the Lieutenant Governor has said, “On the occasion of the 157th birth anniversary of our Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, I extend my heartiest greetings to the people of Jammu Kashmir.
“Pujya Bapu showed the world that truth, non-violence and self-reliance are eternal paths to peace. His timeless ideals of Satya, Ahimsa, Swadeshi, Swachhata and Sarvodaya continue to guide humanity and inspire us to dedicate ourselves to the country's continuous growth and prospe... |
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| | Hakeem Yaseen urges foolproof arrangements for Sheikh-ul-Aalam (RA) Urs at Charar-i-Sharief | | |
Srinagar, October 01(Scoop News)-Peoples Democratic Front (PDF) President and former Cabinet Minister, Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen, has urged the administration to ensure comprehensive and foolproof arrangements for the annual Urs of Hazrat Sheikh-ul-Aalam Sheikh Noor-ud-Din Noorani (RA) at Charar-i-Sharief, commencing on October 7.
In a statement, Yaseen said thousands of devotees from different parts of Jammu and Kashmir are expected to visit the revered shrine during the Urs and called for adequate arrangements for their convenience, safety and smooth movement.
He stressed the need for effective coordination among all concerned departments, including Traffic Police, Roads and Building... |
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| | No Eligible Voter to be left behind: CEO | | |
Srinagar, October 01 (Scoop News)-Chief Electoral Officer, J&K, Sanjeev Verma, today chaired a meeting with District Election Officers and EROs for the enrolment of left out and young/first time eligible electors under the process of continuous updation. Special attention was emphasised for left-out eligible electors who have attained eligibility for registration.
The CEO also directed that Booth Level Officers should undergo House-to-House visits and remain accessible to eligible electors requiring assistance with enrolment or related forms. They were also asked to facilitate the proper filling and submission of forms, particularly in cases where electors face any difficulty, so that ... |
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| | Director SKIMS calls for community-wide CPR training to strengthen response to cardiac emergencies | | |
Srinagar, September 30 (Scoop News)-On World Heart Day, Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS) launched 'CPR 360', a structured academic and community outreach initiative to strengthen preparedness for cardiac emergencies and equip people with lifesaving cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills.
A key component of the launch was a hands-on community CPR workshop. Participants came from diverse sections of society, including the Traffic Police, trekking community, schools and gymnasiums. They received practical demonstrations and training in basic CPR and other essential first-response skills for cardiac arrest and life-threatening emergencies, and were presented with ce... |
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| | Two Years, Two Promised Fire Stations, Still No Fire Tenders? | | Mehbooba Questions Omar as Warwan Burns Again | |
Srinagar, September 30 (Scoop News)-PDP President and former Chief Minister Ms Mehbooba Mufti has expressed shock and deep concern over the devastating fire in Mungli village of Warwan, Kishtwar, which has once again exposed the vulnerability of people living in the remote valley.
Questioning the government over the assurances made after the devastating fire of October 2024, Mufti asked, “Nearly two years ago, fire stations and fire tenders were promised for Warwan and Marwah. Where are those fire tenders today?”
During his visit to the fire-ravaged area in October 2024, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah had announced the establishment of fire stations in Warwan and Marwah, along with an... |
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| | Relief material dispatched for Mungli Warwan fire victims | | Fire restricted to 7 residential structures (Houses), No loss of life reported: DC | | Kishtwar,September 30 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar Pankaj Kumar Sharma today flagged off relief material for the fire victims of Village Mungli, Tehsil Warwan.
The relief material provided by the Red Cross includes kitchen sets, blankets, tents, mattresses, kitchenware, jugs, buckets and other essential items. In addition, food kits containing rice, flour, oil and lentils have also been provided to the affected families.
Briefing the media about the incident, he said the information about the fire incident was received around 12 o'clock in the night. “The houses in the Warwan and Marwah areas are mostly made of wood and are closely attached to each other, due to which t... |
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| | Tanvir Sadiq congratulates Speaker on successful NeVA rollout | | |
Srinagar, September 30 (Scoop News)-MLA Zadibal Tanvir Sadiq on Wednesday congratulated Speaker, Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, Abdul Rahim Rather and the Assembly Secretariat for the successful introduction of the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) during the Autumn Session of the House.
Speaking on the concluding day of the Autumn Session, Tanvir Sadiq appreciated the efforts of the Speaker and the Assembly Secretariat in successfully introducing the digital platform for legislative business, describing the initiative as an important step towards making the functioning of the House more accessible and technology-driven.
He said the successful implementation of NeVA woul... |
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| | Speaker directs Government to finalise, notify new Car Policy within 15 days | | |
Srinagar, September 30 (Scoop News)- Taking serious note of the prolonged delay in finalising the new Car Policy, Legislative Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather today directed the government to ensure that the policy is finalised and notified within 15 days.
The direction came after Transport Minister, Satish Sharma presented the status report on the Car Policy, saying that the department would undertake necessary inter-departmental consultations and complete the requisite formalities for finalisation of the policy. It is pertinent to mention that the Speaker had earlier taken note of the prolonged delay in formulation of the new Car Policy and directed the concerned Minister to sub... |
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| | IUST’s JK Science Congress enters day two | | |
Awantipora, September 30 (Scoop News)-The second day of the three-day JK Science Congress 2026, being hosted by the Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), witnessed a series of plenary lectures, technical sessions and poster presentations, providing a platform for researchers, academicians and scholars to deliberate on contemporary developments in science, education, research and emerging technologies.
The day commenced with the third Plenary Lecture delivered by Prof. Vinod Kumar Gaur, Former Secretary, Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) and an Honorary Emeritus Scientist at the CSIR Fourth Paradigm Institute, Bengaluru. The lecture, titled ‘Science Education and Research... |
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| | NABARD Boosts Off-Farm Sector; Inaugurates Common Facilitation Centre | | for Kani Shawl Artisans in Bandipora | | Bandipora, September 30 (Scoop News)-In a significant step towards the socio-economic empowerment of rural artisans, NABARD inaugurated a modern Common Facilitation Centre (CFC) for the 'Kanisoz' Off-Farm Producer Organisation (OFPO) at Odina, Sumbal in Bandipora.
The facility was inaugurated by Dr. B.R. Premi, Chief General Manager, RMSMED, NABARD, Head Office in presence of Shri Vikas Mittal, Officer-in-Charge (OIC), NABARD J&K, Deputy General Manager NABARD, Srinagar, AGM RMSMED Jammu, AGM (DDM) Bandipora Rouf Zargar along with other senior officials and representatives of implementing agency IGSSS.
The Kanisoz OFPO has been established under the OFPO grant based project of NABARD, aim... |
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| | Indian Army strengthening school-based preventive healthcare Programme in Kupwara and Bandipora | | 
Srinagar, September 30 (Scoop News)-In a significant initiative aimed at strengthening preventive healthcare and promoting health awareness among children in remote areas, Chinar Corps of Indian Army conceptualized and operationalized a structured School Health Programme across all Army Goodwill Schools in Kupwara and Bandipora districts of Kashmir.
The programme aims to facilitate early identification of health and developmental concerns, promote healthy behaviours and enable timely medical advice, referral and follow-up.
Initiated during the last week of August 2026, the programme was... |
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| | Chaki Badwani connected with alternative all weather roads to Kulgam—Qazigund: Dy CM | | 
Srinagar, September 29 (Scoop News)-Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Kumar Choudhary informed the House that Chaki Badwani is already connected to the Kulgam—Qazigund road by an existing road, namely Chaki Badwani to Malikabad Kewa Wanpora.
Deputy Chief Minister was replying during a Calling Attention Notice moved by MLA Abdul Majid Larmi regarding Lack of connectivity from Kulgam-Qazigund Road to Chaki Badwani. The road was sanctioned in the financial year 2000-01 and executed under Phase-I by the Rural Engineering Wing of the Rural Development Department.
He said that the road was co... |
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| | CUKashmir allotted 99 AICTE doctoral fellowship seats | | 
Ganderbal, September 29 (Scoop News)-Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) has achieved a milestone in strengthening its doctoral research ecosystem with the allocation of 99 seats under the AICTE Doctoral Fellowship (ADF) Scheme for the academic year 2025–26.
The allocation by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) marks an important development for CUKashmir's research and academic landscape, opening up wider avenues for scholars to engage in sustained, focused and meaningful research.
Vice-Chancellor, Prof. A. Ravinder Nath, described the allocation as an encoura... |
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| | LG & CM mourns loss of lives in Karnah road accident | | |
Srinagar, September 28 (Scoop News)-Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha and CM Omar Abdullah mourns loss of lives in Karnah road accident expressed grief over the loss of lives in a tragic road accident in Kupwara.
In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor wrote:
"Deeply pained by the loss of lives in an unfortunate road accident in Kupwara. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. Praying for the early recovery of the injured. I have directed the District Administration to ensure best possible treatment to the injured."
CM Omar Abdullah mourns loss of lives in Karnah road accident
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has expressed deep grief over the tragic road accident... |
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| | Government actively pursuing necessary clearances for ₹47.42 cr Barnai–Jawdora road project: Dy CM | | |
Srinagar, September 28 (Scoop News)- Government today informed the Legislative Assembly that it is actively pursuing all necessary clearances and taking sustained measures to facilitate the early commencement of work on the 18.824-km Barnai–Jawdora Link Road under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY).
This was stated by Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Kumar Choudhary in reply to a Calling Attention Notice moved by MLA Nazir Ahmad Khan (Gurezi) regarding the commencement of construction work on the Jawdora–Barni road.
Dy CM replied that the Government is actively coordinating with the concerned departments to resolve the pending issues and complete the requisite forest and ... |
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