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 Kashmir News
DC Bandipora chairs DLC Meeting for Change of Land Use
Bandipora, January 21 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, today chaired a meeting of the District Level Committee (DLC) to review cases related to Change of Land Use (CLU) in the district. During the meeting, a total of seven CLU cases were taken up for discussion. Concerned officers briefed the chair about the parameters and criteria being followed for issuance of No Objection Certificates (NOCs). After detailed deliberations, four cases were approved, while three cases were kept under review for further examination and clarification. The Deputy Commissioner stressed that unchecked and increasing construction activities could lead to a decline in agricultu...

DC Kulgam inaugurates Capacity-Building Workshop for Krishi Udhyamis
Kulgam,January 21 (Scoop News)- A one-day Training-cum-Workshop for Krishi Udhyamis of 81 Kisan Khidmat Ghars (KKGs) of District Kulgam was organized by the Department of Agriculture Kulgam here at the Conference Hall of the Mini Secretariat, Kulgam. The programme was presided over by the Deputy Commissioner Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan. While addressing the participants, the DC urged the Krishi Udhyamis to work with zeal and dedication in the best interest of the farming community and appreciated department for organising such programmes. During the programme, 27 left-out Krishi Udhyamis were provided with Micro-ATM and Biometric L1 devices. Technical sessions on onboarding of se...

DC Baramulla chairs District Road Safety Committee Meeting
Issues stringent directions to enhance Road Safety
Baramulla, January 21 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner Baramulla, Minga Sherpa, today chaired a meeting of the District Road Safety Committee (DRSC) at Baramulla to review the status of road safety measures and enforcement across the district. During the meeting, the Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Traffic gave a comprehensive briefing to the chair on various initiatives undertaken to strengthen road safety, including enforcement drives, challans issued, and fines collected to curb traffic violations. The DC held detailed deliberations with the concerned departments and emphasized the need for a coordinated, proactive approach to reduce road accidents and ensure safer commuti...

New Lease of Life for Kashmir’s Namda Craft
In-house wool carding to cut outsourcing costs and strengthen livelihoods of Namda artisans
Srinagar, January 21 (Scoop News)- In a major fillip for revival of the indigenous Namda craft of Kashmir, Department of Handicrafts & Handloom, Kashmir today awarded contract for the Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning (SITC) of card cloth for wool carding machine through Mechanical & Hospitals Engineering Department. The commissioned wool carding machine has an annual processing capacity of approximately 29,000 Kgs of wool. This enhanced capacity is expected to significantly strengthen the local value chain associated with the traditional Namda craft. The installation of ...

Mehbooba’s Divisional Demand for Erstwhile Doda, Rajouri and Poonch Is ISI’s Script in Disguise: Altaf Thakur
Srinagar, January 20 (Scoop News)-Senior BJP leader and Jammu and Kashmir spokesperson Altaf Thakur on Tuesday launched a blistering and unequivocal attack on PDP president Mehbooba Mufti for her demand to grant divisional status to Erstwhile Doda, Rajouri and Poonch terming it a deeply conspiratorial, divisive and anti-national agenda that mirrors the long-standing strategy of Pakistan’s ISI. Altaf Thakur said Mehbooba Mufti’s statement has nothing to do with development, governance or public welfare, but is instead a carefully crafted political ploy aimed at dismembering the historical, cultural and administrative unity of the Jammu region. “Mehbooba Mufti is not speaking for the pe...

DIG South Kashmir assesses security, crime scenario in Anantnag
Srinagar, January 20 (Scoop News)- DIG South Kashmir Range Shri Javid Iqbal Matoo-IPS, chaired a comprehensive security and crime review meeting at DPO Anantnag to assess the prevailing security scenario and the overall law-and-order situation in the district. The meeting was attended by SSP Anantnag Shri Amritpal Singh-IPS, SP Headquarters Anantnag Shri Kartik Shrotriya, SP Operations Anantnag Shri Furqan Qadir, ASP North Aishmuqam Shri Rameez Raja, along with all SDPOs and SHOs of District Anantnag. During the meeting, detailed deliberations were held on security preparedness, crime trends, anti-militancy operations, crime prevention, and public safety measures. DIG SKR reviewe...

NIT Srinagar hosts ‘Life Beyond Classroom’ interaction with distinguished alumnus Dr. Pradeep Tyle
Srinagar, January 19 (Scoop News)-The Department of Chemical Engineering, in collaboration with the Dean Alumni and International Affairs, National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar, on Monday organised an interactive session with renowned innovator and industrialist Dr. Pradeep Tyle, a distinguished alumnus of the institute, under its flagship Life Beyond Classroom (LBC) programme. The interaction, held at the Department of Chemical Engineering, witnessed enthusiastic participation from faculty members, research scholars and students. The programme aimed at bridging the gap between academics and industry by exposing students to real-world industrial experiences, innovation-driven...

Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen Seeks Urgent Intervention Over Attacks on Kashmiri Shawl Sellers
Calls for Safety, Dignity and Protection of Kashmiri Traders
Srinagar, January 19 (Scoop News)-President of the People’s Democratic Front (PDF) and former Minister, Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen, on Monday expressed deep anguish and serious concern over a fresh and alarming wave of harassment, intimidation and targeted assaults against Kashmiri shawl sellers in several states, including Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Haryana. In a statement issued here, Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen urged Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah to intervene immediately to ensure the safety, dignity and livelihood of Kashmiri traders who earn their bread through lawful and honest means across the country. Hakeem ...

Girls’ Volleyball Tournament Under CAP Concludes Successfully in Pulwama
Srinagar, January 19 (Scoop News)- Police in Pulwama successfully concluded the Girls’ Volleyball Tournament at Sports Stadium Newa under the Civic Action Programme (CAP) 2025–26, aimed at promoting sports culture, youth engagement and women empowerment. The closing ceremony was graced by SSP Pulwama Ms. Tanushree-IPS, along with other senior officers of the district. Speaking on the occasion, SSP Pulwama, emphasized that sports play a crucial role in the holistic development of youth and act as a positive outlet for their energy. She stated that Pulwama Police will continue to organize such initiatives under the Civic Action Programme to encourage young girls, nurture their talent ...

Police along with CAPF, GRPF, Fire & Emergency Service
Conduct Mock Drill at Railway Station Qazigund
Srinagar, January 19 (Scoop News)- Police in Kulgam along with CAPF, GRPF, Fire & Emergency service conducted a mock drill exercise at Railway Station Qazigund to assess emergency response mechanisms and preparedness in handling critical situations. The mock drill was held to prepare field forces to respond promptly to any untoward incident especially of a terror nature with quick and safe response and to assess the security response time, coordination, and effectiveness. The exercise also aimed to identify areas for improvement and streamline the response mechanism. A team of specialist officers of Kulgam police including SDPO Qazigund, CAPF, GRPF, Fire and emergency service partici...

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