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| DC Budgam reviews “Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain–2025” | | Focus on convergence, scientific planning & community participation | | Budgam, February 21 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting on the implementation and progress of Jal Shakti Abhiyan:Catch the Rain 2025 and Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari (JSJB) 2.0.
At the outset, a detailed presentation was given outlining the background, objectives, themes, and focused interventions under the ongoing campaign. The meeting deliberated on the theme for 2025 “Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari: Jan Jagrukta Ki Or Conservation towards Intensified Community Connect Campaign” with special focus on strengthening water security through community participation and convergence of departmental efforts.
The DC t... |
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| | BJP strengthens its base in Kashmir | | Sat Sharma, Sunil Sharma, and Ashok Koul welcome senior political leaders at Srinagar | |
Srinagar, February 21 (Scoop News)-Several prominent leaders and grassroots workers from the Jammu & Kashmir National Conference (NC), Indian National Congress (INC), Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Apni Party, DPAP and other political outfits formally joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) at a grand function held at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC), Srinagar.
The new entrants were welcomed by J&K BJP President and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) Sat Sharma (CA), Leader of Opposition in the J&K Legislative Assembly Sunil Sharma, and General Secretary (Organization) J&K Ashok Koul, along with General Secretary Anwar Khan, Secretaries Arif... |
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| | Police foil drug trafficking attempt in Baramulla | | |
Srinagar, February 21 (Scoop News)-Continuing its drive against drug trafficking, Police in Baramulla arrested a drug peddler and recovered contraband substance from his possession.
A Police team at a checkpoint established at Dhobiwan Crossing, intercepted a vehicle (Tavera) bearing registration number JK01BD-2547 driven by Adil Ahmad Dar son of Ghulam Mohi-ud-din Dar resident of Hardu Aboora. During search, approximately 28 grams of a charas-like substance was recovered from his possession. Accordingly, the accused was arrested and the vehicle was seized. In this regard, a case vide FIR No. 15/2026 under relevant sections of law has been registered at Police Station Kunzer, and fur... |
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| | Police take action against illegal mining in Baramulla | | |
Srinagar, February 21 (Scoop News)-Continuing its drive against illegal mining activities, Police in Baramulla under the jurisdiction of Police Post Delina intercepted a vehicle (tipper) bearing registration number JK04C-1750 found carrying illegally extracted sand.
The vehicle was immediately detained and challaned through the officials of the Geology & Mining Department under relevant provisions of law.
J&K Police remains committed to taking strict action against illegal mining and appeals to the public to report such activities to the nearest police unit.
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| | CUKashmir observes Intl Mother Language Day | | |
Ganderbal, February 21 (Scoop News)-Dean Students Welfare (DSW), in collaboration with the Department of Kashmiri, Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) organized a debate competition and a signature campaign on the International Mother Language Day here.
The event was held under the theme, “Digitizing our Roots: Preserving Language Through Technology,” reflecting the growing need to safeguard linguistic heritage in the digital age.
Speaking on the occasion, Dean DSW, Dr. Jehirul Islam, said, the programme aims to highlight the significance of mother languages in shaping identity and preserving culture. He said the Day brought together students, faculty members, scholars, and la... |
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| | IGP Kashmir Chairs Security Review Meeting Ahead of VVIP Visit at PCR Kashmir | | |
Srinagar, February 20 (Scoop News)-V.K. Birdi, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir, chaired a high-level security review meeting today at PCR Kashmir in preparation for the forthcoming VVIP visit to Jammu & Kashmir.
The meeting was attended by senior officers from various security and intelligence agencies, including Police, Army, CRPF, ITBP, BSF, SSB, CID, Traffic, Railways, and other allied units. Among those present were Additional Commissioner SB Srinagar; DIsG of CRPF (South/North Srinagar) and CRPF Srinagar Sector; DIG Armed Kashmir; DIsG BSF and SSB Srinagar; DIsG IRP/Traffic Kashmir and CID Kashmir; all Range DIsG of Kashmir Zone; all District SSsP of Kashmir Zone; SSP ... |
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| | Razdan & Machil Pass Tunnels to Be Taken Up Under OTCA Budget: Nitin Gadkari to MP Er Rashid | | | Srinagar, , February 20 (Scoop News)-Awami Itihaad Party (AIP) Chief Spokesperson Inam Un Nabi has welcomed the written response of Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari to MP Baramulla Er Rashid regarding long-pending road and tunnel projects in North Kashmir, terming it a positive and encouraging development.
In a statement issued to the media, Inam Un Nabi said the letter acknowledges the issues raised by the MP Baramulla Er Rashid concerning the Lolab (Kupwara)–Dardpora–Bandipora Road, Lolab–Takipora–Sopore Road, Machil Tunnel (Kupwara) and Gurez Tunnel (Bandipora).
Quoting the contents of the letter, Inam said the Union Minister has informed MP Er Eashid th... |
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| | Design-led innovation key to Kashmir’s economic growth: Director NIT Srinagar | | Over 110 entrepreneurs engaged in MSME design drive across Kashmir region | |
Srinagar, February 20 (Scoop News)-The Department of Mechanical Engineering at National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar organised an MSME Design Awareness Programme, drawing over 110 entrepreneurs, startup founders, students, and stakeholders from across Kashmir.
Experts highlighted the role of design-led innovation in improving product value, branding, and market competitiveness of local enterprises.
In his message to budding entrepreneurs, Director NIT Srinagar, Binod Kumar Kanaujia, said that design-led innovation is critical to the growth of local industries and the economic self-reliance of the region.
Prof. Kanaujia said that innovation must be tailored to local need... |
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| | Mehbooba Mufti appeals Prime Minister to Safeguard Kashmiri Horticulture | | | Srinagar, February 20 (Scoop News)-Former Chief Minister and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) President Mehbooba Mufti today urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to immediately safeguard the interests of Kashmiri horticulture by excluding apples from the proposed Indo-US trade deal.
Expressing grave concern over reports of zero-duty American apple imports, Mehbooba warned that such a move would deliver a "death blow" to the orchard economy of Kashmir. She emphasized that horticulture is the backbone of Kashmir’s economy, supporting over seven lakh families whose livelihoods, children’s education, and healthcare depend entirely on it.
"The sector is already bleeding due to low-priced Irani... |
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| | Chinar Open Winter Games 2026:Building a Legacy of winter sports | | 
Srinagar, February 20 (Scoop News)-The Chinar Open Winter Games 2026, a flagship initiative of the Indian Army, concluded successfully amidst the breath taking snow clad landscapes of Gulmarg on 20 February 2026. Organised under the aegis of Dagger Division of Chinar Corps, the event was a vibrant celebration of sportsmanship, community spirit and youth empowerment.
The Games provided a versatile platform for the youth of Kashmir to showcase their talents and channelise their energy into competitive and constructive pursuits. This edition witnessed record-breaking participation, wit... |
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| | LoP Rahul Gandhi condemns attacks on Kashmiri Students and Shawl Sellers | | Vows to Fight Hate, Assures Support | |
Srinagar, February 20 (Scoop News)-Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi on Friday has written to Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) National Convenor Nasir Khuehami in response to concerns raised over recent attacks on Kashmiri students and shawl sellers reported from various parts of the country.
In his letter, Gandhi expressed deep concern over the recent wave of violence targeting members of the Kashmiri community. He observed that the “politics of hate” has not only weakened institutions but also fractured the nation’s social fabric, and alleged that elements, encouraged either tacitly or overtly by the ruling dispensation, have contributed to an atmospher... |
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| | Div Com Kashmir reviews progress on Jhelum Water Transport Project | | |
Srinagar, February 19 (Scoop News)-Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, along with the Secretary Transport Department, chaired a meeting to review the progress on preparation of cost estimates for utility interventions along River Jhelum aimed at facilitating water transport.
The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioners of Srinagar, Budgam, Anantnag, Pulwama, Ganderbal, and Bandipora, the Regional Transport Officer (RTO) Kashmir, Assistant Director IWAI Baramulla, Chief Engineers of KPDCL and KPTCL, Superintending Engineers of R&B and PHE departments, among other officials.
During the meeting, the Divisional Commissioner outlined clear timelines for resolving issues aff... |
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| | Adijan Kulgam Set to Get Modern Library; DDC Chairman Kulgam Takes Stock of Progress | | |
Kulgam, February 19 (Scoop News)-Mohammad Afzal Parray, Chairman District Development Council (DDC) Kulgam, visited Adijan Kulgam to review the progress of the ongoing construction of a public library being developed at an estimated cost of ₹10.00 lakh under his DDC Grants.
During the visit, the Chairman inspected the construction site and assessed the pace and quality of work executed so far. He interacted with the concerned officials and the executing agency, emphasizing the importance of completing the project within the stipulated timeframe while ensuring strict adherence to quality standards.
The proposed library is envisioned as a significant educational and knowledge reso... |
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