Saturday, October 17, 2026
 
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CM Omar Abdullah expresses gratitude to PM Modi
Union Minister for ₹475.41 crore approval for J&K ITI clusters
CM Omar Abdullah expresses gratitude to PM Modi, Union Minister for ₹475.41 crore approval for J&K ITI clusters Srinagar, October 17(Scoop News)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Jayant Chaudhary for approving Strategic Investment Plans (SIPs) worth ₹475.41 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs (PM-SETU) scheme for upgrading key Industrial Training Institute (ITI) clusters across Jammu and Kashmir. Under the initiative, the Jammu ITI Cluster, with ITI Jammu as the hub and ITIs at R.S. Pura, Nowshera, Samba and Kathua...

Bangladesh journalist shot dead, PEC demands justice
Geneva, October 17(Scoop News)-Condemning the murder of a journalist in Bangladesh, the global media safety and rights body, Press Emblem Campaign (PEC) demanded a fair probe by the authorities in Dhaka. Reacting to local media reports about the shooting down of Lutfuzzaman Fakir Alif by miscreants in Netrakona locality on 15 October, the PEC asked Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman for a credible investigation so that the culprits can be booked under the law. Alif, 45, who used to work for internet protocol television channel Rupashi Bangla as a Netrakona correspondent, was known for his investigative and brave scribe. He often reported on corruption, irregularities and cri...

CS Dulloo reviews multi-pronged traffic management plan for Jammu, Srinagar
Srinagar, October 16 (Scoop News)- Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired a meeting of the Multi-Disciplinary Committee (MDC) on Traffic Management to review the implementation of a comprehensive action plan aimed at easing traffic congestion, improving urban mobility and strengthening road safety in the twin cities of Jammu and Srinagar. The meeting reviewed the Action Taken Report on the recommendations of the Supreme Court Committee on Road Safety (SCCoRS), besides assessing the progress of various inter-departmental interventions relating to traffic regulation, parking management, public transport, road infrastructure, enforcement and assistance to road accident victims here. ...

Journalists body expresses concern over declining journalistic ethics
calls for action against alleged blackmail in the name of journalism
Jammu,October 16 (Scoop News)-Ashwani Kumar, former President of the Press Club of Jammu and President of the Jammu and Kashmir Accredited Journalists Association( JAKAJA), has expressed serious concern over what he described as the declining standards of journalistic ethics in sections of the mainstream media and on social media platforms. Referring to recent observations attributed to a former Chairman of the Press Council of India regarding the erosion of journalistic values in the country, Kumar said that the issue deserved urgent attention from media organisations, journalists' bodi...

CM Omar Abdullah inaugurates projects, lays foundation stones worth ₹58.26 crore in Ganderbal
Reviews Ring Road, Sindh River Front and Town Hall projects; interacts with fruit growers at Zazuna Mandi
Ganderbal, October 15 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today reviewed the overall development scenario in Ganderbal district, inaugurated five completed development projects worth ₹16.72 crore and laid foundation stones for two new projects worth ₹41.54 crore, taking the total value of the projects to ₹58.26 crore. The projects include improved road connectivity, a new school building, a bridge over the River Jhelum and a multi-purpose auction platform at the Fruit and Vegetable Mandi, Zazuna, aimed at strengthening public infrastructure and supporting the district’s horticulture ...

CS led SLSC approves ₹13.76 crore farm mechanisation plan for J&K
CS led SLSC approves ₹13.76 crore farm mechanisation plan for J&K
Srinagar, October 15 (Scoop News)- In a significant push towards agricultural modernisation and enhanced farm productivity, Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today approved a revised Annual Action Plan (AAP) worth ₹13.76 crore for 2026–27 under the Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM) component of the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (PM-RKVY). The meeting was attended by the Additional Chief Secretary, Agriculture Production Department; Secretary, Rural Development Department; Secretary, Planning; Secretary in APD; Heads of Departments of the Agriculture Production D...

Lieutenant Governor Congratulates J&K Police on successful completion of Jashn-e-Dal 2026
Calls Upon Youth to Dream Big and Build a Drug-Free Society
Srinagar, October 15 (Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha congratulated Jammu Kashmir Police on the successful completion of Jashn-e-Dal-2026. In a message, the Lieutenant Governor said that sports is the celebration of human capability, perseverance and collective aspiration. Appreciating the enthusiasm of the athletes and the efforts of the Jammu Kashmir Police, the Lieutenant Governor said that sports not only produce champions but also instil determination, patience and courage among young people. Highlighting the growing stature of Jashn-e-Dal, the Lieutenant Gover...

Devotional Song Competition entered into its 04th day
Celebrity Singer Balraj Singh enthralled the audience in AIDSC
Katra,October 15 (Scoop News)-All India Devotional Song Competition as a part of Navratra Festival 2026 being organized by SMVD Shrine Board, Deptt. of J&K Tourism, PTC Network in association with SMVD Narayana Super Speciality Hospital, J&K Bank, Nice Gems, Nidheesh Builders Jammu Pvt. Ltd. 92.7 Big FM, Yog Ashram Complex with active support of District Administration and the local host Community entered in its 04th day today, was inaugurated at Yog Ashram Complex in the evening by lighting of a traditional lamp by Addl. District Development Commissioner Krishan Lal in presence of Gopal ...

PNBMT honours Shesh Paul Vaid and O.N Koul with Amateur Journalist Award 2026
Late Hindi scholar B.L. Koul honoured for outstanding literary and community service
Jammu, October 15, 2026 (Scoop News): The Prem Nath Bhat Memorial Trust (PNBMT) conferred the prestigious Prem Nath Bhat Amateur Journalist Award 2026 upon Shri Shesh Paul Vaid, former Director General of Jammu and Kashmir Police, and Shri Omkar Nath Koul, former Principal and regular contributor to newspapers on community and national affairs, at a function held at the Writers Club, Abhinav Theatre, Jammu. Justice Tashi Rabstan, former Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest, while Shri Vijay Bakaya, former Chief Secretary of...

Devotional Song Competition entered into its 03rd day
Former Winner Rajan Gill enthralled the audience in AIDSC
Katra,October 14 (Scoop News)-All India Devotional Song Competition as a part of Navratra Festival 2026 being organized by SMVD Shrine Board, Deptt. of J&K Tourism, PTC Network in association with SMVD Narayana Super Speciality Hospital, J&K Bank, Nice Gems, Nidheesh Builders Jammu Pvt. Ltd. 92.7 Big FM, Yog Ashram Complex with active support of District Administration and the local host Community entered in its 03rd day today, was inaugurated at Yog Ashram Complex in the evening by lighting of a traditional lamp by Rakesh Dubey CEO Patni Top Development Authority, in presence of Gopal ...

BJP’s development agenda transforming J&K’s political landscape: Satish Poonia
Satish Poonia, Sat, Dr. Jitendra, Sunil address meeting of BJP office bearers, senior leaders
Jammu, October 14 (Scoop News)-BJP National General Secretary, J&K Prabhari and Rajya Sabha MP Dr. Satish Poonia asserted that Jammu and Kashmir occupies a special place in the national consciousness, emphasizing that the BJP’s historic commitment to national integration, development and public service continues to shape the region’s future. Addressing an organizational meeting at the BJP headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, he called upon party leaders to strengthen their public outreach and capitalize on the changing political atmosphere in Jammu and Kashmir. BJP J&K President and Raj...

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