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| Director hails collective commitment to institutional excellence | | |
Srinagar, August 31 (Scoop News)- National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar has registered a significant improvement in the India Today Rankings 2026, securing 19th rank among the Top Technical Universities in India, compared to 22nd rank in 2025.
The three-position rise marks another milestone in the Institute’s ongoing journey towards academic and institutional excellence and reflects its continued progress in academics, research, innovation and overall institutional development.
The achievement has been welcomed by the NIT Srinagar administration, which attributed the improved national standing to the sustained and collective efforts of its faculty, students, researchers, n... |
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| | Sat Sharma calls for impactful implementation of ‘Seva Sankalp Abhiyan’ programmes in Bishnah | | |
Bishnah, August 31 (Scoop News)-J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma called upon the party cadre in Bishnah to ensure that every programme under the ‘Seva Sankalp Abhiyan’ is implemented in the Assembly constituency with a clear focus on public participation, social service and tangible benefits to the people.
Sat Sharma was addressing a detailed meeting held at the office of MLA Bishnah Rajeev Bhagat, convened to review preparations for the successful and fruitful implementation of the programmes under the campaign.
J&K BJP General Secretary Baldev Singh Billawaria, Jammu Border District Prabhari Rajinder Chib, District President Rinku Choudhary, MLA Rajeev Bhagat, Forme... |
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| | Police Crack Theft Case In Baramulla; 03 Arrested | | Stolen Gold Jewellery Recovered | | Srinagar, August 30 (Scoop News)-Police in Baramulla have cracked a house theft case within a short span of time with the arrest of three accused persons and recovery of stolen gold jewellery.
The case pertains to a complaint received at Police Station Baramulla from Saleema Begum W/o Mohd Akbar Wani resident of Rangwar, Baramulla, who reported that gold jewellery and cash were stolen from an almirah at her residence while she was away on official duties in connection with Independence Day arrangements. On receipt of the complaint, a case FIR No. 139/2026 U/S 331(4), 305 BNS was registered at Police Station Baramulla and investigation was taken up.
During investigation, the suspected ... |
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| | Police Intensify Anti-Drug Drive In Baramulla; Wild Bhang Destroyed at Jabadar, Bijhama | | |
Srinagar, August 30 (Scoop News)-Continuing its sustained campaign against drug abuse and illicit cultivation of narcotic substances, Police in Baramulla conducted a Bhang destruction drive at Jabadar, Bijhama.
During the drive, wild Bhang plants found growing in the area were identified and destroyed. The operation was conducted peacefully and smoothly, with police personnel ensuring proper supervision throughout.
Police remains committed to eliminating the sources of drug abuse and urges the public to extend full cooperation in keeping their communities drug-free and safe.
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| | Chhatroo/Gurinal Case Transferred to Crime Branch | | |
Srinagar, August 29 (Scoop News)- The Chhatroo/Gurinal case has been transferred to the Crime Branch, following efforts by former minister and senior political leader G.M. Saroori, who had sought a specialised and impartial investigation into the matter.
Saroori had recently met the affected family and heard their concerns and grievances regarding the case. Subsequently, he spoke to Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha over the phone, apprising him of the matter and requesting that the case be transferred to the Crime Branch.
The case has now been formally transferred to the Crime Branch, with SSP Sanjay Kumar Parihar and DySP Javed Iqbal Chowdhary set to head the investigation.
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| | Power Hike Betrayal: Altaf Thakur Slams Omar Govt | | Says Poor Made to Pay for NC’s Broken Promises | |
Srinagar, August 29 (Scoop News)-BJP Jammu and Kashmir spokesperson Altaf Thakur on Saturday lashed out at the Omar Abdullah-led government over the 6.83 per cent hike in electricity tariffs, calling the move “anti-poor, unjustified and a betrayal of the promises made to the people of Jammu and Kashmir”.
Addressing a press conference here, Thakur said the tariff increase would place an additional burden on ordinary households, small traders, farmers and economically weaker sections at a time when families were already struggling to manage household expenses.
“The people of J&K were promised relief, but instead they have been presented with a power tariff hike. Where are the promises o... |
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| | NIT Srinagar Holds Cricket Match, Tug-of-War as Sports Activities Continue | | |
Srinagar, August 29 (Scoop News)- The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar organised a cricket match between students and faculty and staff members on Saturday, besides holding a Tug-of-War competition among students as part of its ongoing sports activities aimed at promoting fitness, teamwork and a healthy competitive spirit on campus.
The cricket match witnessed enthusiastic participation from both teams and provided students, faculty and staff an opportunity to showcase their sporting skills while strengthening interaction and team spirit.
Batting first, the students’ team posted 132 runs for the loss of 10 wickets in 20 overs at a run rate of 6.60. Faisal Rasool score... |
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| | NIT Srinagar organises hands-on training on COMSOL Multiphysics | | |
Srinagar, August 29 (Scoop News)- The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar organised a hands-on training programme on COMSOL Multiphysics, focusing on the use of simulation and computational tools to address engineering challenges across multiple disciplines.
In his message, Director NIT Srinagar, Prof. Anurag Misra, said such industry-oriented training programmes are essential for strengthening the institute’s research and academic ecosystem.
He emphasised the need to provide students with practical exposure to advanced simulation platforms and emerging technologies to enhance their technical capabilities and prepare them for real-world engineering challenges.
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| | Surinder Choudhary Calls BJP’s Secretariat Gherao Hypocritical, | | |
Jammu, August 29 (Scoop News)-Jammu and Kashmir National Conference Senior leader and Deputy Chief Minister J&K on Saturday hit out at the BJP over what he termed its “blatant hypocrisy”, questioning the rationale behind its proposed gherao of the Civil Secretariat in Srinagar. Interacting the party functionaries at National Conference Party Provincial Headquarter at Gandhi Nagar, Jammu In the presence of Arjun Singh Raju Hon’ble MLA Ramban and Pyare Lal Hon’ble MLA Inderwal.
Choudhary said that if the BJP is genuinely concerned about the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir and other serious issues of pertaining to people of J&K, it should first take its protest to it... |
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| | National Conference Must Clarify Its Political Ideology: Rajni Sethi | | |
Jammu, August 29 (Scoop News)-BJP Jammu & Kashmir Spokesperson Rajni Sethi today questioned the political ideology and direction of the National Conference (NC), asking whether the party genuinely stands for the national interest or seeks to take Jammu & Kashmir back towards instability and political uncertainty.
Rajni Sethi said that the political history of the National Conference raises serious questions about its approach towards separatism, autonomy and the constitutional relationship between Jammu & Kashmir and the rest of India. She pointed out that in 2000, the Farooq Abdullah-led NC government had passed an Autonomy Resolution in the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly. Acc... |
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| | Modi Govt transformed India, ‘Seva Sankalp Abhiyan’ to be massive people-centric campaign: BJP | | |
Jammu, August 29 (Scoop News)-Jammu and Kashmir BJP held a one-day workshop at party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, to chalk out a comprehensive roadmap for the ‘Seva Sankalp Abhiyan’, marking Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s birthday and 25 years of his uninterrupted public service, while taking the development achievements and welfare initiatives of the Modi Government to the grassroots.
J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma, former BJP state President and former Minister in the Haryana Government and former National Secretary, BJP, O.P. Dhankar, the main speaker in the workshop, and BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul chiefly addressed the workshop.
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| | Police Seals Medical Store During Joint Inspection in Anantnag | | |
Srinagar, August 29 (Scoop News)-Police in Anantnag, in coordination with officials of the Drug Control Department, conducted an inspection of medical retail outlets to check compliance with applicable regulations.
During the inspection, Amreen Medical Store, owned by Shafeeq Ahmad Itoo of Trahpoo, Achabal, was found in violation of prescribed requirements. The premises were found to have an expired licence, non-availability of electronic records, cache covers of certain scheduled drugs, unhygienic conditions, and other discrepancies.
Taking cognizance of the violations, the medical store was sealed on the spot by the competent authorities. Further action will be taken as per law.
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| | Srinagar Police solves major theft case | | Stolen property worth approximately ₹17.5 Lakh recovered | | Srinagar, August 08 (Scoop News)-In a significant breakthrough against property crime, Srinagar Police has solved a major theft case and recovered stolen property worth approximately ₹17.5 lakhs.
The case was registered at Police Station Rainawari as FIR No. 35/2026 under Sections 305 and 331(3) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) following a complaint lodged by Mohd Amin Changa, son of Mohd Yousuf Changa, resident of Changa Mohalla, Mir Behri, Dal, Rainawari, regarding a theft at his residence. During the investigation, Police identified one accused namely Mohd Hussain Latoo, son of Mohd Afzal Latoo, resident of Akhoon Mohalla, Mir Behri, Dal, Rainawari. During investigation, his invol... |
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