26/02/2026
Srinagar, February 26 (KIP)-As part of the ongoing year-long programme dedicated to honouring the life, vision, and contribution of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, J&K Police organised a Quiz Competition at Govt. Boys Higher Secondary School, Pampore, and conducted a Cleanliness Drive at Jwala Ji Temple and the Shrine of Hazrat Sharief ud Din Wali (Shok Bab sahib) Namblabal Pampore.
The quiz competition aimed to enhance students’ awareness about Patel’s pivotal role in India’s freedom movement,...
26/02/2026
Awantipora,February 26 (KIP)-The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) organized a population-based Health Awareness cum NCD Screening Camp at Doodmarg, Tral, a remote tribal village in Pulwama district, under its SSR Outreach Initiative supported by the DST-PURSE Programme.
The initiative aimed to raise awareness among the general population, particularly the Gujjar and Bakerwal communities, about the risk factors, complications, prevention, and management of non-communicabl...
26/02/2026
Srinagar, February 26 (KIP)-Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL has informed that Shutdown of 33 kV Karan Nagar line will be observed due to which power supply to Chattabal, Balgarden, Zaldagar, Civil Secretariat, Gole Market, Guru Bazar, Tankipora, Shaheed Gunj and adjoining areas will be affected on 01 March 2026 from 08 AM to 02 PM.
Similarly, shutdown of 33 kV Budgam SIDCO Tapline will be observed due to which power supply to Housing Colony, NIFT and adjoining areas will be affected on ...
26/02/2026
Srinagar, February 26 (KIP)-Continuing its efforts to promote positive youth engagement and strengthen police-public relations, J&K Police inaugurated a T20 Knock-out Cricket Tournament at Sheikh-ul-Alam Sports Stadium under the Civic Action Programme (CAP) 2025–26.
Eight teams from Sub-Division Charar-i-Shareef are participating in the tournament, providing a vibrant platform for young players to showcase their talent, teamwork, and sportsmanship. The initiative aims to channel the ene...
25/02/2026
Srinagar, February 25 (KIP)- In connection with the upcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2026, the Deputy Commissioner(DC) Srinagar, Akshay Labroo along with Senior Superintendent of Police, Sundeep Chakravarthy on Tuesday visited the Yatra Transit Camp at Pantha Chowk to take onsite stock of the preparations being undertaken for the smooth and seamless conduct of annual SANJY-2026.
The DC reviewed arrangements related to registration, accommodation, bedding, sanitation, drinking water supply,...
25/02/2026
Awantipora, February 25 (KIP)- The Habba Khatoon Centre for Kashmiri Language & Literature, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), celebrated International Mother Language Day in collaboration with Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture and Languages and Young Dramatists Society of Kashmir.
The programme was presided over by Vice-Chancellor Prof. Shakil A. Romshoo. Shafi Shauq, Padma Shri awardee (2026), was the Chief Guest, while Prof. Majrooh Rashid attended as Guest o...
25/02/2026
Srinagar, February 25 (KIP)- Director Agriculture Kashmir, Sartaj Ahmad Shah, today inaugurated an Exhibition cum Awareness and Promotion Programme dedicated to GI-tagged Kashmir Saffron at the Agriculture Complex, Lalmandi, Srinagar.
The event was organized by the Spices Board of India, Regional Office, Srinagar (Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India). It aimed to showcase the exceptional qualities of Kashmir saffron, create greater awareness among stakeholders, and pro...
25/02/2026
Ganderbal, February 25 (KIP)- Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) is all set to host the prestigious 2nd All India Inter University Winter Sports (Men & Women) 2025–26, at the world-famous ski destination Gulmarg from February 28 to March 1, 2026.
The sporting event is being organised in collaboration with the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), under the leadership of Vice Chancellor, Prof. A. Ravinder Nath. The championship is expected to witness enthusiastic participation ...
25/02/2026
Srinagar, February 25 (KIP)- The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar hosted distinguished alumnus Dr. Raju Pakalapati, a 1989 pass-out of the Department of Chemical Engineering, for an alumni lecture that drew participation from over 100 students on campus.
The lecture is part of the Life Beyond Classroom (LBC) series, organised by the Department of Chemical Engineering in coordination with the Dean, Alumni & International Affairs, focused on bridging academic learning with in...
23/02/2026
Srinagar, February 23 (KIP)-In its continued efforts to curb drug trafficking and eliminate the menace of narcotics from society, J&K Police arrested a drug peddler in Sopore and recovered Psychotropic substance from his possession.
A police party of Police Post Fruit Mandi, intercepted a suspicious individual coming from Chinar Crossing towards Fruit Mandi. He has been identified as Mansoor Ahmad Bhat, son of Late Abdul Ahad Bhat, resident of Khawaja Gilgit Batpora, Sopore. Upon personal ...
22/02/2026
Gulmarg, February 22 (KIP)-Secretary, Jammu & Kashmir Sports Council, Nuzhat Gul, conducted a detailed review of the arrangements for the forthcoming 6th Edition of the Khelo India Winter Games scheduled to be held at Gulmarg from February 23–26, 2026.
The review meeting was attended by officers of the J&K Sports Council entrusted with the successful conduct of the prestigious national winter sports event. The J&K Sports Council, in close coordination with the Ministry of Youth Affairs and S...
22/02/2026
Srinagar, February 22 (KIP)-Several prominent leaders and grassroots workers from the Jammu & Kashmir National Conference (NC), Indian National Congress (INC), Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Apni Party, DPAP and other political outfits formally joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) at a grand function held at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC), Srinagar.
The new entrants were welcomed by J&K BJP President and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) S...
21/02/2026
Gulmarg, February 21 (KIP)-Deputy Commissioner (DC) Baramulla, Minga Sherpa, today conducted a comprehensive inspection of various venues and key locations at Gulmarg and finalized arrangements for the 6th edition of the Khelo India Winter Games.
Officers from sports, tourism, health, police, civil administration, and other line departments accompanied the DC during the inspection.
During the visit, the DC inspected the Gulmarg Golf Club and other designated competition and accommodation ...
21/02/2026
Budgam, February 21 (KIP)-Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat, today chaired a comprehensive review meeting on the implementation and progress of Jal Shakti Abhiyan:Catch the Rain 2025 and Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari (JSJB) 2.0.
At the outset, a detailed presentation was given outlining the background, objectives, themes, and focused interventions under the ongoing campaign. The meeting deliberated on the theme for 2025 “Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari: Jan Jagrukta Ki Or Cons...
21/02/2026
Srinagar, February 21 (KIP)-Several prominent leaders and grassroots workers from the Jammu & Kashmir National Conference (NC), Indian National Congress (INC), Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Apni Party, DPAP and other political outfits formally joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) at a grand function held at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC), Srinagar.
The new entrants were welcomed by J&K BJP President and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) Sat...
21/02/2026
Ganderbal, February 21 (KIP)-Department of Management Studies (DMS), Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir), celebrated “Management Day 2026” under the theme “Nurturing Future Leaders” at varsity’s Green Campus here on Saturday.
In his welcome address, Head of the Department, Dr. Mushtaq Ahmad Lone, encouraged students to act responsibly and uphold ethical values, emphasizing that they are the prospective leaders of tomorrow. He highlighted the importance of leadership skills, critical th...
21/02/2026
Srinagar, February 20 (KIP)-V.K. Birdi, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kashmir, chaired a high-level security review meeting today at PCR Kashmir in preparation for the forthcoming VVIP visit to Jammu & Kashmir.
The meeting was attended by senior officers from various security and intelligence agencies, including Police, Army, CRPF, ITBP, BSF, SSB, CID, Traffic, Railways, and other allied units. Among those present were Additional Commissioner SB Srinagar; DIsG of CRPF (South/North Sr...
21/02/2026
Srinagar, February 20 (KIP)-The Department of Mechanical Engineering at National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar organised an MSME Design Awareness Programme, drawing over 110 entrepreneurs, startup founders, students, and stakeholders from across Kashmir.
Experts highlighted the role of design-led innovation in improving product value, branding, and market competitiveness of local enterprises.
In his message to budding entrepreneurs, Director NIT Srinagar, Binod Kumar Kanaujia...
21/02/2026
Jammu, February 20 (Scoop News)-The Chairman of Jammu & Kashmir Kisan Congress, Shri Bharat Priye, today expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the Congress High Command for approving the list of District Chairmen of the Jammu & Kashmir Pradesh Kisan Congress. He thanked AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge, former Congress President Sonia Gandhi, senior leader Rahul Gandhi, and AICC General Secretary K. C. Venugopal for reposing their trust in the proposed leadership and strengthening the organ...
20/02/2026
Srinagar, February 20 (KIP)-The Chinar Open Winter Games 2026, a flagship initiative of the Indian Army, concluded successfully amidst the breath taking snow clad landscapes of Gulmarg on 20 February 2026. Organised under the aegis of Dagger Division of Chinar Corps, the event was a vibrant celebration of sportsmanship, community spirit and youth empowerment.
The Games provided a versatile platform for the youth of Kashmir to showcase their talents and channelise their energy into competi...