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| LG Sinha Urges Yuva Sangam Participants to Champion Innovation, Unity and Social Progress | | J&K moving beyond shutdowns and stone-pelting, emerging as a hub of thriving startups: LG Sinha |  Srinagar, October 25 (Scoop News)-Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha Sunday interacted with participants of Yuva Sangam from various educational institutions of Maharashtra, led by IIT Mumbai at Lok Bhavan. The Lieutenant Governor underlined the importance of collaboration, mentorship and national integration in shaping India's future.
Addressing the students, the Lieutenant Governor emphasised that transformative ideas are rarely the result of individual effort alone. He highlighted how meaningful innovation emerges when talented individuals, mentors and institutions come together in a sha... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor Interacts with Participants of Yuva Sangam at Lok Bhavan | | Great ideas emerge through networks of trust, collaboration and mentorship: LG Sinha | 
Srinagar, October 25 (Scoop News)-The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha today interacted with participants of Yuva Sangam from various educational institutions of Maharashtra, led by IIT Mumbai at Lok Bhavan. The Lieutenant Governor underlined the importance of collaboration, mentorship and national integration in shaping India's future.
Addressing the students, the Lieutenant Governor emphasised that transformative ideas are rarely the result of individual effort alone. He highlighted how meaningful innovation emerges when talented individuals, mentors and institutions come together... |
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| | JK CM flags off third Kashmir Marathon featuring ₹3.17 crore prize purse, ₹25 lakh for winner | | Kashmir Marathon emerging as flagship sporting event, boosting J&K’s global sports tourism profile: CM | 
Srinagar, October 25 (Scoop News)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today flagged off the third edition of the Kashmir Marathon from Polo Ground, Srinagar.
Over 2,000 runners from Jammu and Kashmir, other parts of the country and abroad came together for a celebration of endurance, sporting spirit and Kashmir’s unparalleled natural beauty.
Amid the October chill of a crisp autumn morning, the Chief Minister flagged off the Full Marathon (42.195 km) at 6:30 am, followed by the Half Marathon (21 km) at 7:45 am. The marathon run takes participants through some of Srinagar’s most iconic landm... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor addresses Award Ceremony of Kashmir Marathon | | Calls for Nurturing Local Talent and Promoting Healthy Living | 
Srinagar, October 25 (Scoop News)- The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha addressed the award ceremony of the Kashmir Marathon and congratulated all the winners for their outstanding achievements. Total 68 medals were awarded, comprising 34 medals each in the Full Marathon and Half Marathon categories. The Lieutenant Governor noted that every medal represented dedication, perseverance, and the pursuit of a dream.
In his address, the Lieutenant Governor emphasized that the true spirit of a marathon lies not only in its winners but also in every participant who completes the race. He st... |
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| | JK Police Attaches Double-Storey Shopping Complex Worth ₹1.30 Crore Under NDPS Act | | in Anantnag | |
Srinagar, October 25 (Scoop News)-Continuing its sustained crackdown against drug trafficking and narcotics-related activities, Police in Anantnag have attached a double-storey shopping complex with an approximate market value of ₹1.30 crore under Section 68-F of the NDPS Act.
The attached property belongs to a notorious drug peddler, namely Mohammad Amin Sofi son of Abdul Rahim Sofi resident of Patikhas, Verinag, who is involved in multiple NDPS cases registered at Police Station Dooru.
The attachment action has been initiated as part of J&K Police’s ongoing efforts to dismantle the financial networks of drug peddlers and target properties acquired through proceeds linked to narcot... |
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| | CM Omar Abdullah expresses concern over J&K Umrah pilgrims stranded in Saudi Arabia | | Says J&K Govt coordinating with MEA to facilitate their safe, early return | |
Srinagar, October 24 (Scoop News)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has expressed concern over the Jammu and Kashmir pilgrims currently stranded in Saudi Arabia after undertaking Umrah, stating that the J&K Government is in active coordination with the Ministry of External Affairs to facilitate their safe and early return.
The Chief Minister reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to taking all necessary measures in coordination with the concerned authorities to ensure the safe and expeditious return of the stranded pilgrims.
He also assured the pilgrims and their families that the Government stands firmly with them and will continue to extend all possible support to facilitate their ret... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor Pays Tribute to Dr. Rahi Masoom Raza | | on his Centenary Celebration Event |  Srinagar, October 24 (Scoop News)- The Lieutenant Governor, Shri Manoj Sinha paid rich tributes to eminent litterateur Dr. Rahi Masoom Raza on the occasion of his birth centenary celebration event and highlighted his immense contribution to Indian literature and cinema.
In a message delivered for the commemorative programme organised in Ghazipur, the Lieutenant Governor noted that Rahi Sahab’s writings reflected the spirit of Ghazipur, Purvanchal, and India, while carrying a universal vision rooted in humanity and cultural harmony.
The Lieutenant Governor said that Dr. Rahi Masoom Raza... |
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| | Lieutenant Governor interacted with a group of Indian Foreign Service officers | | 
Srinagar, October 23 (Scoop News)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today interacted with a group of Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officers of the 2011 batch at Lok Bhavan, Srinagar.
The officers are currently on a week-long official visit to Jammu Kashmir as part of their Mid-Career Training Programme. During their interactions, the visiting officers shared professional insights and discussed ways to boost UT's global presence, focusing particularly on trade, tourism, and technology.
The deliberations also highlighted Jammu Kashmir's developmental initiatives, with a focused appro... |
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| | CM Omar Abdullah inaugurates, lays foundation of projects worth Rs 25 crore in Beerwah | | 
Beerwah (Budgam),October 23 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated and laid foundation stones for a series of infrastructure projects worth ₹25 crore in Beerwah, Budgam, aimed at strengthening connectivity, improving electricity supply, enhancing civic amenities and boosting the area’s tourism potential.
The Chief Minister inaugurated a two-span truss girder bridge over Nallah Sukhnag, with each span measuring 35 metres worth ₹8 crore. He also laid foundation stones for the beautification of Nallah Sukhnag, including the development of walkways and installation of li... |
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| | CS sensitizes departments on SDG-aligned budgeting ahead of next financial year | | High-Level Committee to oversee SDG tagging across departments | 
Srinagar, October 23 (Scoop News)- Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, today chaired an interdepartmental coordination meeting to sensitise administrative departments about integrating Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into their budgetary proposals for the forthcoming financial year, while addressing issues and concerns relating to the implementation of the proposed SDG-aligned budgeting framework.
The meeting was attended by the Additional Chief Secretary, Finance; Secretary, Planning, Development & Monitoring; and other concerned administrative heads; SIO, NIC; and officers from various ... |
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| | JK CM Omar Abdullah opens Chrysanthemum Show - 2026 | | invites people to experience Kashmir’s autumn colours | 
Srinagar, October 23 (Scoop News)- Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today opened the Chrysanthemum Show 2026 at the Botanical Garden, Chashma Shahi, Srinagar and the Chrysanthemum Theme Garden, popularly known as Bagh-e-Gul-Dawood, was opened for the public, marking another step towards extending Kashmir’s tourism season and establishing autumn as an equally attractive time to visit the Valley.
Titled ‘Enriching Autumn with New Colours’, the show showcases the beauty of chrysanthemums through an impressive display of 3.5 lakh locally produced plants representing more than 70 varieties and fe... |
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| | CM Omar Abdullah inaugurates ‘Crafts Amongst Chrysanthemums’ | | 
Srinagar, October 23 (Scoop News)-Chief Minister Omar Abdullah today inaugurated the autumn edition of ‘Know Your Artisan’ at the Chrysanthemum Garden in Srinagar, bringing Kashmir’s rich handicraft heritage into the spotlight against the backdrop of the Valley’s autumn blooms.
Minister for Agriculture Production Javid Ahmad Dar, Advisor to the Chief Minister Nasir Aslam Wani, MLAs Shamim Firdous, Sheikh Ahsan Ahmed (Pardesi) and Salman Sagar, Director Handloom & Handicrafts and other senior officers of the Department were present on the occasion.
During his visit to the exhibition, t... |
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| | Basohli Utsav 2026 concludes on a grand note | | Festival highlights region’s heritage, creative talent and economic potential |  Kathua, October 22 (Scoop News)-The three-day Basohli Utsav 2026 concluded today with a spectacular celebration of the region’s rich cultural heritage, artistic traditions, sporting spirit and entrepreneurial potential. The final day witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, artists, investors and the general public, reaffirming Basohli’s growing prominence as a vibrant centre of art, culture and tourism.
A major highlight of the festival was the massive turnout of people to witness Basohli’s century-old traditional Ramleela. The historic open-air performance drew large crowds fr... |
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