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| IUST concludes workshop on Antimicrobial Resistance, trains 24 researchers | | |
Awantipora, October 19(Scoop News)-The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) has concluded a week-long hands-on workshop on ‘AMR: Integrating Immunology and Infectious Diseases,’supported by the Department of Health Research, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare,Government of India. The programme attracted 110 applications, from which 24 early-career researchers from institutions across Jammu and Kashmir were selected for intensive laboratory training and scientific interactions.
Presiding over the valedictory session, Vice Chancellor Prof. Shakil Ahmad Romshoo emphasised the need to address Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) through a One Health approach.
He observed th... |
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| | Autumn Silk Cocoon Auction Market commences at Srinagar | | |
Srinagar, October 19 (Scoop News)-The Autumn Silk Cocoon Auction Market for Kashmir Division commenced today at the Sericulture Complex, Srinagar, marking an important occasion for the sericulture sector and providing a platform for cocoon growers to market their produce in a transparent and competitive environment.
The market was inaugurated by Ajaz Ahmad Bhat, Director Sericulture J&K in presence of departmental officers, cocoon growers from various districts of Kashmir Division and buyers from within and outside the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
The Autumn Silk Cocoon Auction Market reflects the department’s continued commitment towards strengthening the marketing infrast... |
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| | MD NHM visits SKIMS Medical College Bemina to review MCH healthcare services | | |
Srinagar, October 19 (Scoop News)-Mission Director, National Health Mission (NHM), J&K, Athar Aamir Ul Shafi, today conducted an extensive visit to SKIMS Medical College & Hospital, Bemina, Srinagar, to review healthcare delivery systems and ongoing developmental infrastructure projects.
A comprehensive review meeting was convened with hospital administration and the discussions centered primarily on strengthening Maternal and Child Health (MCH) services and fast-tracking upcoming Critical Care Block (CCB) being built under the Pradhan Mantri-Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM).
The meeting evaluated current maternal & child health indicators, discussing targe... |
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| | DC Shopian visits Pir Ki Gali to assess winter Preparedness and Tourist Facilities | | | Shopian, October 19 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Charandeep Singh, today visited Pir Ki Gali to take first-hand stock of the available facilities and assess winter preparedness.
The DC was accompanied by ADDC Dr. Nasir Ahmed Lone, ADC Dr. Zakir Hussain Faaz, CEO, Dubjan-Pir Ki Gali Development Authority, Rouf Rehman, Tehsildar Shopian, Executive Engineers (Xens), DIO and officers of the concerned departments.
During the visit, the DC assessed the existing facilities and stressed the need to improve basic amenities and infrastructure to ensure a better experience for tourists and visitors. He also reviewed the status of ongoing works and directed the concerned depart... |
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| | DC Kulgam reviews arrangements for Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas Celebrations under DAJGUA | | | Kulgam,October 19 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Shahzad Alam, today chaired separate meetings at the Mini Secretariat, Kulgam, to review arrangements for the celebration of Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas under the Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan (DAJGUA) and to discuss measures for the revival, restoration, preservation and maintenance of architecture and heritage in the district.
During the meeting on Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas, scheduled to be celebrated at EMRS Tangmarg on November 15, 2026, the DC directed all concerned departments to make necessary arrangements for the successful conduct of the event. He stressed the need to showcase developmental works and governmen... |
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| | DC Kathua visits Mata Bala Sundri Shrine in Billawar | | reviews facilities for pilgrims | | Kathua,October 18 (Scoop News)-Deputy Commissioner Kathua Rajesh Sharma today visited Mata Bala Sundri Shrine in Billawar and paid obeisance at the revered Shrine.
During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner took stock of the arrangements put in place for pilgrims and interacted with the Shrine Management to review the facilities and identify areas requiring further improvement.
En-route to the shrine, the Deputy Commissioner inspected the PMGSY road connecting the shrine with the district headquarters and assessed the road infrastructure and related facilities for pilgrims.
He directed the Executive Engineer PMGSY to ensure adequate space for vehicle parking at the road terminus, fr... |
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| | Neeraj Kundan Welcomes Newly Appointed RGPRS Chairman Khushwant Singh | | |
Singhpura Maralian,:October 18 (Scoop News)- District Jammu Rural Congress President Neeraj Kundan welcomed and felicitated newly appointed Chairman of the Rajiv Gandhi Panchayati Raj Sangathan (RGPRS), Khushwant Singh, during a programme organised at Singhpura Maralian. The event witnessed an enthusiastic response, with a large number of youth and local residents gathering to extend a warm welcome to the newly appointed chairman.
Several senior Congress leaders and party functionaries attended the programme, including Bishnah Constituency In-charge Choudhary Dwarka, Minority Cell Chairman Choudhary Wafa, NSUI Jammu and Kashmir State President Ajay Lakhotra, Block President Vijay Tagot... |
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| | Veteran Educationist G.N Var Calls For Curb On ‘Dummy Schools’ | | Stresses Importance Of Regular Schooling | 
Srinagar, October 18 (Scoop News)- Veteran educationist and Founding President of the Private Schools Association Jammu & Kashmir (PSAJK), Dr. G.N. Var, has called for collective efforts to address the practice of “dummy schools” and safeguard the role of formal schooling in students’ academic, personal and social development.
In a statement issued to the press, Dr. G.N Var said that while the Government’s initiatives to promote ease of doing business and create a more conducive environment for the private education sector are welcome, they must be accompanied by a renewed commitment to ... |
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| | Kashmir-Bound Bus:Haryana Police arrested two accused | | Haryana CM’s Media Adviser assures Zero Tolerance for Intimidation and Violence Against Kashmiris |  Srinagar, October 18 (Scoop News)- The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) on Sunday said that the Haryana Police had registered an FIR and rounded up two accused in connection with an attack on a Kashmir-bound passenger bus in Karnal late Saturday night. The bus was allegedly targeted with stones and bricks, smashing its windows and leaving an elderly Kashmiri passenger injured.
The Association said the bus, operated by Star World Ventures, was travelling from Delhi towards Srinagar and had stopped near Divine Star Dhaba in Karnal at around 10:30 PM on October 17 when the incide... |
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| | Pak's Nuclear Threats Are Nothing But Gheedar Bhabkiyan | | India Has Already Taught Islamabad a Lesson: Gaurav | |
Jammu, October 18(Scoop News)-BJP Spokesperson and Convenor, International Affairs, Gaurav Gupta has launched a sharp attack on Pakistan’s latest threatening rhetoric, declaring that Islamabad’s repeated warnings will neither intimidate India nor alter the ground reality of Jammu & Kashmir.
Reacting to reports that Pakistan’s Commander of the National Strategic Command, General Syed Aamer Raza, warned that any miscalculation by adversaries would invite a response “far beyond the imagination” of the initiator, Gupta’s proposed response takes aim at what he describes as Pakistan’s habitual politics of threats and provocation. General Raza made the remarks while addressing a passing-out... |
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| | DDC Doda review CSIR-IIIM, CAD Team explores feasibility of cultivating medicinal | | aromatic plants in Patyari Cluster | |
Jammu, October 17(Scoop News)-Experts from CSIR-IIIM Jammu and CAD today conducted a joint visit to various sites of the Patyari Cluster under the Modernization of Command Area Development and Water Management (MCADWM) scheme.
The visit was undertaken under the supervision and directions of the Director Command Area Development Project Jammu Pankaj Magotra to explore the feasibility of cultivating medicinal and aromatic plants in the Patyari Cluster and obtain expert recommendations on suitable crop options based on the prevailing agro-climatic conditions.
The expert team deputed by the Director, CSIR-IIIM Jammu, consisted of Principal Scientist (Soil Science) Dr. Rajendra Bhanwari... |
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| | Pathan Panthers Lolab Storm into Kilo North Kashmir T20 Premier League Final | | | Lolab, October 17(Scoop News)- Pathan Panthers Lolab stormed into the final of the Kilo North Kashmir T20 Premier League after registering a convincing 37-run victory over NCC Narbal in the first semi-final at Chandigam Cricket Ground, Lolab, on Friday.
With an impressive performance in the knockout encounter, Pathan Panthers Lolab became the first team to secure a place in the tournament’s grand finale, taking another significant step towards the coveted championship title.
The victory marks a major milestone in the Panthers’ campaign, as the team continues its strong run in the competition and strengthens its bid for the title.
Meanwhile, the battle for the second spot in the fin... |
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| | Chief Secretary lays foundation stone for restoration of Vittal Bhairav Temple | | in Rainawari, Srinagar | |
Srinagar, October 17(Scoop News)-Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo on Saturday laid the foundation stone for the revival and restoration of the historic Vittal Bhairav Temple at Motiyar, Rainawari, in Srinagar district, marking a significant step towards preserving Kashmir’s rich cultural and architectural heritage.
The restoration project is being undertaken at an estimated cost of Rs 2.84 crore under the Government’s heritage conservation initiative. The project aims to preserving the temple’s historical, religious and cultural significance.
Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Anshul Garg, Deputy Commissioner Srinagar Akshay Labroo, Commissioner Srinagar Municipal Corporation Dr Basharat ... |
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| | ACS Shaleen Kabra Pushes for Data-Driven Groundwater Management in J&K | | |
Srinagar, October 17(Scoop News)-Underscoring the importance of scientific assessment and coordinated action for safeguarding Jammu & Kashmir’s groundwater resources, Additional Chief Secretary, Jal Shakti Department, Shaleen Kabra, today chaired a Union Territory-level Coordination Committee (UTLCC) meeting to review the assessment of groundwater resources across J&K under the Groundwater Resource Assessment (GWRA-2026).
The meeting focused on strengthening inter-departmental coordination, streamlining data sharing and leveraging scientific expertise to ensure reliable assessment, informed planning and sustainable management of this vital natural resource.
Emphasising the need to... |
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| | Police solves sheep theft case within 24 hours in Awantipora | | 31 stolen sheep recovered, accused arrested | |
Srinagar, October 16 (Scoop News)- Police in Awantipora have solved a sheep theft case within 24 hours, resulting in the arrest of the accused and the recovery of 31 stolen sheep.
On 15 October 2026, Police Post Aripal received a written complaint from Ghulam Ahmad Hajam resident of Satoora, Aripal, alleging that unknown persons had stolen 31 sheep from his cowshed during the intervening night of 14/15 October 2026.
Accordingly, FIR No. 115/2026 under relevant provisions of law was registered at Police Station Tral, and an investigation was initiated.
During the course of investigation, a police team from Police Post Aripal, employed modern investigative techniques, including the... |
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| | ACB registers case against AME, DMO and others | | |
Jammu, October 16 (Scoop News)-The ACB J&K has registered a case vide FIR No. 09/2026 at ACB PS Udhampur against Sh. Rajeev Jammu, Assistant Mining Engineer, District Mining Officer Udhampur, Sh. Rameshwar Sangra, District Mining Officer Reasi, one Swaran Singh Rathore and other private persons in connection with alleged illegal extraction and transportation of minor minerals, overcharging and manipulation/misuse of e-challans.
The case has been registered under relevant provisions of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, as amended and the applicable provisions of law against the accused persons.
During the investigation, it has been alleged that certain private mining operators,... |
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| | Shobha Yatra draws enthusiastic participation from devotees in Katra | | | Katra, October 16 (Scoop News)- A grand Shobha Yatra was organised in the holy town of Katra today as part of the ongoing Navratra Festival 2026, witnessing enthusiastic participation from devotees, pilgrims and local residents.
Chief Principal Census Officer and Director Census Operations Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh Amit Sharma graced the occasion as the chief guest.
Addressing the gathering, Amit Sharma said that religious and cultural events play an important role in preserving cultural heritage and strengthening social harmony. He observed that such occasions bring people closer and help preserve traditional values. He also appreciated the unwavering faith and devotion of pilgr... |
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| | Devotional Song Competition adds musical grandeur to Navratra Utsav 2026 in Katra | | | Katra, October 16 (Scoop News)- The All India Devotional Song Competition, being organised as part of Navratra Utsav 2026, was inaugurated at Yog Ashram Complex in the evening with the lighting of the traditional lamp by Chief Planning Officer Reasi Narinder Kumar.
The event is being organised with the active support of the district administration Reasi and the local community to promote devotional music and provide a platform to budding singers.
On the fifth night of the competition, Lalit Bhardwaj from Jammu secured the first position, while Rani Sagar bagged the second position. Mukesh from Kanyala and Manjeet from Jalandhar shared the third position among the 13 participants who ... |
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| | SCERT Jammu organises one-day Consultative Meet to Review and Vet Research Studies under Samagra Budget | | |
Jammu, October 16 (Scoop News)- The State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), J&K, Divisional Office Jammu, under the leadership of Director Dr. Naseem Javaid Chowdhary and the guidance of Prof. (Dr.) Sindhu Kapoor, Joint Director Divisional Office, organised a one-day consultative meet to review and vet significant research studies, including action research, undertaken by its Research Cell under the Samagra budget for the academic session 2025–26.
The programme commenced with a cordial welcome by Manu Vasudeva, followed by the presentation of the concept note by Dr. Rohini Sharma, Coordinator.
Prof. (Dr.) Sindhu Kapoor emphasised the importance of evidence-based... |
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| | DC Udhampur inspects sewerage treatment plant-III at Sui | | | Udhampur, October 16 (Scoop News)- Deputy Commissioner Udhampur, Ananth Dwivedi, today visited Sewerage Treatment Plant-III at Sui to assess its operational status and the functioning of the sewerage treatment infrastructure.
During the visit, the Executive Engineer UEED briefed the DC on the operational status and functioning of all three Sewerage Treatment Plants in Udhampur.
Additional Deputy Commissioner Prem Singh and other district officers accompanied the Deputy Commissioner during the visit.
The Deputy Commissioner also visited Devika Ghat and inspected the ongoing construction of the protection wall at Devika Cremation Ghat. He directed the executing agency to expedite th... |
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