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| Flat-rate billing for unmetered consumers as per JERC tariff: CM Omar Abdullah | | Says 275 habitations in Budhal to be electrified by October 2026 | |
Jammu, February 10 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today informed the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly that un-metered consumers are presently being billed on a flat-rate basis in accordance with the tariff approved by the Jammu & Kashmir Electricity Regulatory Commission (JERC).
The Chief Minister, who also holds the charge of the Power Department, said that electricity connections are issued strictly in line with the JERC Supply Code Regulations, 2023, after due field verification by the concerned staff.
“Inspection teams, when they find that a consumer is using more power than the load agreement with the Department, load revision is effected on the spot in a trans... |
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| | J&K observes Safer Internet Day 2026; launches UT wide outreach campaign | | |
Jammu, February 10 (Scoop News)-The Information Technology Department, today observed Safer Internet 2026, reaffirming its commitment towards promoting safe, secure and responsible use of internet among the citizens, particularly youth and vulnerable sections of society.
As part of the event observance at Civil Secretariat Jammu, a workshop on cyber safety and cyber crime awareness was organised, bringing together the government officials, domain experts, J&K Police and stakeholders to deliberate upon emerging cyber threats and the importance of cyber hygiene.
Commissioner Secretary Science and Technology, Dr. Shahid Iqbal Chaudhary, chaired the event. He emphasised the need for col... |
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| | Govt committed to restore autonomous status, pristine glory of SKIMS: Sakeena Itoo | | |
Jammu, February 10 (Scoop News)-Minister for Health and Medical Education Sakeena Itoo today said that SKIMS Soura is an important health institution established under the visionary leadership of Sher-i-Kashmir Sheikh Muhammad Abdullah to provide advanced medical care facilities to the citizens of Jammu and Kashmir.
The Minister stated this while replying to a question raised by Legislator Pirzada Farooq Ahmad Shah in Legislative Assembly today.
The Health Minister highlighted that the government is committed to restore the autonomous status of SKIMS while reviving its pristine glory.
She added that after the present government took over in October 2024, high end medical equipmen... |
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| | J&K Police Exposes QR Code Fraud In Awantipora; Accused Arrested | | |
Srinagar, February 10 (Scoop News)- Police in Awantipora have taken cognizance of complaints regarding cheating of local shopkeepers through misuse of QR codes for digital payments.
During the course of inquiry under the supervision of SHO PS Awantipora Insp Aijaz Ahmad, it was revealed that Sameer Ahmad Hajam son of Shabir Ahmad Hajam resident of Boh, Awantipora was involved in cheating shopkeepers by showing fake/forged payment confirmation through QR codes and dishonestly obtaining money. Subsequently, he was arrested in the instant case.
Police have initiated necessary legal action as per law, and further investigation is underway to ascertain the full extent of the fraud and ... |
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| | Weeklong Bootcamp on “Mobile Security” Begins at NIT Srinagar | | Mobile security now a national priority: Director NIT Srinagar | | Srinagar, February 10 (Scoop News)-A weeklong Bootcamp on “Mobile Security” (February 9–13, 2026) commenced on Monday at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar.
The bootcamp is being organized by the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, NIT Srinagar, in collaboration with IIT Jammu.
The camp is sponsored by the Information Security Education & Awareness (ISEA) Phase III Project of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India.
Dr. Mohammad Ahsan Chishti is the Convener of the bootcamp, along with Dr. Shaima Qureshi and Dr Sparsh Sharma as Coordinators.
The inaugural function was presided over by Incharge Director and ... |
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| | Astro India Mahindra Unveils the New Thar ROXX STAR EDN – | | An Aesthetically Elevated Addition to the Thar ROXX Range | 
Jammu, February 10 (Scoop News)-Astro India Automobile, the authorized dealer of Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., proudly unveiled the new Thar ROXX STAR EDN, an exclusive and aesthetically enhanced addition to the Thar ROXX portfolio.
The unveiling ceremony was graced by the august presence ofdignitaries from Mahindra, Mr. Sanmukh Khaira, Zonal Manager – Sales, along with Mr. Rahul Vaidya, Regional Manager, and Mr. Rahul Kalal, Area Sales Manager,Mr Ankush Sharma, Channel Manager. The event was held amidst an enthusiastic gathering of valued patrons and customers, and in the distinguished pr... |
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| | Urban poor’s housing crisis and TDS relief raised by Sat Sharma in Rajya Sabha | | |
New Delhi, February 10 (Scoop News)-Jammu & Kashmir BJP President and Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament, Sat Sharma CA, forcefully raised two major public-interest issues concerning the people of Jammu & Kashmir during the proceedings of the Rajya Sabha, highlighting the urgent need for housing security for the urban poor and relief from genuine Income Tax hardships.
Strongly advocating for the urban homeless and economically weaker sections of Jammu & Kashmir, Sat Sharma sought the attention of the House towards the alarming number of poor and homeless families in the Union Territory. Raising the matter through the Chair, he emphasized the need for the construction of safe and permanen... |
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| | J&K Police seizes 05 vehicles for illegal extraction & transportation of minerals | | |
Srinagar, February 08 (Scoop News)- As part of its ongoing drive against illegal mining activities, police have seized five vehicles for illegal extraction and transportation of minerals in Baramulla, Pulwama and Awantipora.
Police in Baramulla seized one tipper bearing registration number JK05B1445 and one tractor bearing chassis number IVY5300DCKA002504, involved in illegal transportation of sand at Chakloo Baramulla. During the operation, an illegal sand dumping site containing approximately 315 MTS of dumped material was also identified and seized at Chakloo Baramulla. Necessary legal proceedings have been initiated under the provisions of the Mines and Mineral... |
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| | Mehbooba Mufti Demands Divisional Status and Rail Connectivity at ‘Baat Cheet’ Interaction in Doda | | 
Doda, February 08 (Scoop News)-Former Chief Minister and JKPDP President Mehbooba Mufti on Friday interacted with civil society members in Doda under the party’s Baat Cheet grassroots dialogue initiative.
Addressing the gathering, Mehbooba Mufti said the Chenab Valley has remained neglected for decades despite its immense human and natural potential. “The people of Chenab Valley deserve dignity, development, and equal opportunities,” she said.
She reiterated the demand for divisional status and a High Court division bench in the region to ensure better access to justice. Stressing t... |
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| | Dr. Farooq, Omar Abdullah Condole the Demise of Rashida Begum* | | |
Jammu, February 07 (Scoop News)-The President of the National Conference, Dr. Farooq Abdullah, and Vice President, as well as the Honorable Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, have expressed deep sorrow over the passing away after a brief illness of Rashida Begum former Corporator and Vice President District Jammu Urban. Dr Farooq Abdullah visited the residence of late Rashida Begum to condole the death with her family and relatives along with Rattan Lal Gupta Provincial President Jammu.
In their condolence message, Dr. Farooq Abdullah, Omar Abdullah, Haji Ali Mohd Sagar General Secretary and Hon’ble MLA and Nasir Aslam Wani Hon’ble Advisor to Hon’ble Chief Minister prayed for the eternal ... |
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