Police seeks public assistance in identifying motorcyclist involved in Hit-and-Run case

20/11/2025
Srinagar, November 20 (KIP)-Police Station Nigeen received information regarding a hit-and-run incident at Tailbal Adda, where an unknown motorcyclist, driving rashly and negligently, struck a pedestrian identified as Ab. Rashid Gojri son of Ab. Rehman Gojri resident of Kangan. The motorcyclist fled the scene immediately after the incident. The injured pedestrian was shifted to SKIMS Soura for medical treatment; however, he later succumbed to his injuries. During the course of investigatio...

CUKashmir’s Rajbhasha cell holds workshop on ‘Standardization of Technical Hindi’

20/11/2025
Ganderbal, November 20 (KIP)- Rajbhasha Cell, Central University of Kashmir (CUK) Thursday organised a one-day workshop on “Standardization of Technical Hindi” at Tulmulla Campus. Addressing the participants, Registrar, Dr. Nisar Ahmad Mir, said, workshops like this enable employees to use Hindi accurately in official work, documentation, correspondence, and other communications. “Today’s workshop is an important step in equipping the staff with the professional competence required for s...

Div Com Kashmir Inaugurates World Heritage Week Exhibition, Flags off Heritage Walk in Srinagar

19/11/2025
Srinagar, November 19 (KIP)- As part of the celebrations for World Heritage Week 1925, the Directorate of Archives, Archaeology and Museums, J&K today organized a Special Exhibition of Archival Records and Rare Manuscripts at the Art Gallery, Shergarhi Complex, Srinagar. The exhibition was inaugurated by Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir, Anshul Garg, who also flagged off a Heritage Walk from the Shergarhi Complex to the SPS Museum at Lal Mandi. The event witnessed enthusiasti...

DC Budgam reviews progress under Social Security Schemes in District

19/11/2025
Budgam, November 19 (Scoop News)- A review meeting on the implementation of major Social Security Schemes was today held under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner Budgam, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat, at the DC Office Complex. The meeting was attended by the CPO, LDM Budgam, DSWO, ALC Budgam, representatives from ICDS, and branch managers from public and private sector banks operating in the district. During the meeting, a detailed assessment of PMJJBY, PMSBY and Atal Pension Yojana ...

J&K Police seized substantial quantity of contraband substances in Anantnag

19/11/2025
Srinagar, November 19 (KIP)-Continuing its efforts to eradicate the menace of drugs from the society, J&K Police recovered substantial quantity of contraband substance from a residential house in Bonagund Verinag besides, arrested the accused person involved in the commission of crime. Police Post Verinag received credible information that one individual, Mukhtar Ahmad Haji son of Gh. Rasool Haji resident of Bonagund Verinag, had concealed cannabis-like substance in a tin shed near his r...

J&K Police & Hospital Administration Conduct Joint Inspection of Staff/Doctors’ Lockers at District Hospital Shopian & CHC Zainapora

19/11/2025
Srinagar, November 19 (KIP)-In light of the recent blast incident in Delhi and as part of heightened preventive security measures across the region, J&K Police in coordination with the Hospital Administration conducted a thorough inspection of staff/ doctors lockers at District Hospital Shopian and Community Health Centre Zainapora. The special drive was aimed at identifying unclaimed, unattended or unidentified lockers within the hospital premises to ensure that no space or facility is ...

J&K Police along with medical officers conducts checking of staff/ Doctors’ lockers in Kulgam

19/11/2025
Srinagar, November 19 ()-In line with ongoing efforts to ensure transparency, accountability, and proper utilization of hospital infrastructure, J&K Police along with medical officers of health department today conducted checking of lockers used by doctors and staff in various health institutions across the district Kulgam. The inspection drive was carried out to prevent any possible misuse of lockers for storage of unauthorized items and to strengthen internal security measures within med...

Power Shutdown by KPDCL

18/11/2025
Srinagar, November 18 (KIP)-According to the Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL shutdown of 33 KV Bemina-Fateh Kadal line will be observed due to which Fatehkadal and Khayam receiving stations shall remain off while power supply to Bishember Nagar, Babademb, Gousia Hospital, Bohri Kadal, Nowpora, K.K. Mohalla, Barbarshah and adjoining areas will be affected from 09.30 AM to 03.30 PM on 20 November, 2025 Similarly, shutdown of 33 KV Sharifabad-Wadwan line will be observed due to which S...

Islamia College holds seminar on ‘Tech Innovative Intervention in Kashmir Handicrafts’

18/11/2025
Srinagar, November 18 (KIP)-The Innovation and Incubation centre of the Islamia college of Science and Commerce Srinagar in collaboration with the Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) PPDC, Extension centre Srinagar organised a one day seminar on ‘Tech Innovative intervention in Kashmir Handicrafts’ in the college today. The seminar was attended by HOD Arts IASE, Srinagar, Arshad Sauleh, and renowned artist of Kashmir; Ajaz Hussian , Faculty Robotics and Automation Ministry...

Awareness programme on Mission YUVA–Udyam Jagriti 4.0 held at GCOE Srinagar

18/11/2025
Srinagar,November 18 (KIP)-An awareness programme was held under Mission YUVA–Udyam Jagriti 4.0 at the Government College of Education (IASE), M.A. Road, Srinagar, here on Tuesday. Faculty and students from various city colleges attended the programme, including Women’s College, M.A. Road, Srinagar; Government Sri Pratap College, Srinagar; A.S. College, Srinagar; and others. Nodal Principal of Kashmir Division Colleges, Prof. (Dr.) Seema Naz, presided over the function, while Assistan...

NIT Srinagar hosts 5th TEDx Conference

18/11/2025
Srinagar, November 18 (KIP)-The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar on Tuesday hosted the 5th edition of its TEDx conference under the theme "Conclusions that Create Change.” The event was organised by the Department of Training and Placements (T&P) and brought together eminent speakers from across the country who shared their transformative life journeys with students. The conference was graced by Incharge Director Prof. Roohie Naaz Mir, Registrar Prof. Atikur Rehman, Head...

IUST Hosts Two-Day National Workshop on AI and Higher Education

18/11/2025
Awantipora, November 18 (KIP)-The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) organized a two-day national workshop titled Artificial Intelligence and Higher Education: Relevance and Responsible Innovation, aimed at bringing together experts and educators to explore the opportunities, challenges, and ethical dimensions of AI in higher education. The workshop seeks to enrich academic dialogue, promote responsible AI adoption, and encourage collaboration toward an inclusive and innovati...

DC Budgam chairs 41st NCORD Meeting

18/11/2025
Budgam,November 18 (KIP)-The 41st District-Level NCORD (Narco Coordination) Committee Meeting was today convened at the DC Office Budgam under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner (DC) Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat, along with SSP Budgam Nikhil Borkar, to review ongoing measures against drug abuse and to formulate fresh strategies for a drug-free Budgam. The meeting was attended by ADC Budgam, all SDMs, ACD, CMO, DSWO, Medical Superintendent DH Budgam, Principals of all Government Degree C...

Gupta Urges workers to remain steadfast; Renews Call for J&K Statehood

18/11/2025
Jammu, November 18 (KIP)- Provincial President Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta, today urged party workers not to feel disheartened by the recent Nagrota bye-election setback, emphasizing that temporary electoral losses must not weaken their commitment or morale. While interacting with the workers from Nagrota Constituency Rattan Lal Gupta encouraged the cadre to remain steadfast in their efforts and continue engaging with people at every level. Gupta praised the “good work” being ...

While those involved in heinous terrorist act in Delhi must be brought to justice:CPIM

18/11/2025
Srinagar, November 18 (KIP)-CPI(M) leader M. Y. Tarigami has expressed deep concern over the environment of harassment allegedly being faced by students studying and the labourers working in different parts of the country must be stopped. The situation has created fear among the younger generation studying in different parts of India. Students “should not be dragged into it,” adding that the country must ensure a sense of security for them instead of exposing them to intimidation or ...

Div Com Kashmir Reviews Arrangements for 350th Martyrdom Commemoration of Guru Tegh Bahadur

17/11/2025
Srinagar, November 17 (KIP)- Divisional Commissioner Kashmir (Div Com), Anshul Garg, today visited Gurudwara Rainawari along with Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Akshay Labroo, to review onspot preparations for the upcoming commemoration of the 350th Martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, scheduled to be held at Gurudwara Chatti Patshahi, Srinagar. During the visit, the Divisional Commissioner convened a detailed meeting with officers of all departments to assess the civil, traffic and securit...

Srinagar Administration mourns the irreparable Loss in Nowgam accidental blast

17/11/2025
Srinagar, November 17 (KIP)-District Administration Srinagar on Monday convened a solemn condolence meeting here at DC Office to mourn the demise of nine lives including Naib Tehsildar, Muzaffar Ahmad Khan and Suhail Ahmad Rather of Revenue Department who lost their lives in Nowgam accidental blast on Friday evening while discharging their official duties. A two minute silence was observed to mourn the loss of 09 precious lives that included revenue officials, police personnel, official...

CUKashmir mourns loss of innocent lives in recent Delhi and Srinagar blasts

17/11/2025
Ganderbal, November 17 (KIP)-In solidarity with the families of innocent people who lost their lives in recent blasts in Delhi and Srinagar, the Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) organised condolence meetings across all its campuses here on Monday. All members of the university fraternity including authorities, administrators, faculty, staff, scholars and students joined the condolence meeting at their respective campuses held around 3:00 PM. The entire university community obse...

DST Awards 37 Cutting-Edge Research Projects Under JKSTIC's SREP

17/11/2025
Srinagar, November 17 (KIP)- Dr. Shahid Iqbal Choudhary, Secretary, Department of Science & Technology, today chaired a workshop with 37 Principal Investigators from leading academic and research institutions of Kashmir Province at Srinagar. The meeting featured detailed presentations by selected Project Investigators under Round 1 of the Sponsored Research and Extension Programme (SREP) 2025, implemented by the Jammu & Kashmir Science, Technology & Innovation Council (JKSTIC). The 37 approv...

District Admin Announces Ex-Gratia Relief for Victims of Waterwani–Mahawara Road Accident

16/11/2025
Budgam, November 16 (KIP)-The District Administration Budgam has announced ex-gratia relief for the victims of the tragic road accident involving a Sumo vehicle and a dumper at Waterwani–Mahawara road in which four persons lost their lives and six others were injured. The injured are currently undergoing treatment at various hospitals in Srinagar and Budgam. Under the directions of Deputy Commissioner Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat, an ex-gratia relief of ₹6 lakh each will be provided to the ...

Police Conducts Comprehensive Checking of Fertilizer and Chemical Shops In Ganderbal & Awantipora

16/11/2025
Srinagar, November 16 (KIP)- In continuation of its efforts to prevent misuse of agricultural chemicals and to ensure strict compliance with safety regulations, Police conducted comprehensive inspection drives of fertilizer and chemical shops in Ganderbal and Awantipora. The surprise checkings were carried out by teams from various Police Stations under the supervision of senior officers. The inspection aimed to verify stock records, sale registers, licenses, storage conditions, and adheren...

Police arrests 06 long-term absconders evading law for decades in Shopian

16/11/2025
Srinagar, November 16 (KIP)- Continuing its sustained efforts to bring absconding offenders to justice, Police in Shopian have apprehended six long-term absconders who had been evading their arrest since 2009. After consistent and dedicated efforts, the police succeeded in arresting 06 individuals identified as Ab Quyoom Naik resident of Behrote Thanamandi, Gh Qadir Naik resident of Behrote Thanamandi, Mohd Lateef Naik resident of Behrote Rajouri, Gh Ahmad Naik resident of Behrote Rahour...

Advisor Wani visits bereaved families, injured victims of Nowgam blast

16/11/2025
Srinagar, November 16 (KIP)-Advisor to the Chief Minister, Nasir Aslam Wani, today visited the families who lost their loved ones in the accidental explosion at Nowgam Police Station to offer condolences. Acting on the directions of the Chief Minister, the Advisor visited Nowgam, Natipora, Soibug and Bemina, where he met the bereaved families and conveyed the Government’s deep sorrow over the tragic loss of lives. He assured them that the administration stands shoulder-to-shoulder with t...

Javid Dar visits Nowgam and Natipora, extends condolences to bereaved families

16/11/2025
Srinagar, November 16 (KIP)- Minister for Agriculture Production, Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Cooperative and Election Departments, Javid Ahmad Dar today visited Nowgam and Natipora to offer condolences to the families of Mohd Shafi and Suhail Ahmad Rather, who tragically lost their lives in the recent explosion at Nowgam Police Station. During the visit, the Minister met the bereaved families, expressed solidarity with them in this hour of profound grief, and assured all possibl...

Awareness Session on Drug Menace Held at HKM GDC Bandipora

15/11/2025
Bandipora, November 15 (KIP)-Under the Nasha Mukht Bharat Abhiyan (NMBA), the College NCORD Cell in collaboration with the NSS Units of HKM Government Degree College Bandipora on Saturday organized an Awareness Session on Drug Menace. The programme was inaugurated by the Officiating Principal, Dr. Mubashir Hamid Mir, who highlighted the alarming rise in drug consumption and its slow yet pervasive spread in society. He elaborated on the social, cultural, economic, and physical consequences o...

Div Com Kashmir, Deputy Commissioner Srinagar Visit SMHS, Ujala Hospitals

15/11/2025
Srinagar, November 15 (KIP)-Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg along with Deputy Commissioner Srinagar Akshay Labroo today visited SMHS Hospital and Ujala Hospital to enquire about the well-being of the persons injured in the accidental blast at Nowgam Police Station. During the visit, the Divisional Commissioner was briefed about the condition of the injured, treatment being provided to them and the progress of their recovery. He directed the concerned medical officers to ens...

Hakeem Yaseen expresses deep sorrow, calls Nowgam tragedy a wake-up call for stronger safety

15/11/2025
Srinagar, November 15 (KIP)- President of the Jammu & Kashmir Peoples Democratic Front (PDF), Hakeem Mohammad Yaseen, Saturday expressed deep sorrow over the tragic explosion at Nowgam Police Station and extended heartfelt solidarity to all families affected by the incident. Calling the loss of lives “a painful moment for the entire Kashmir region,” he appreciated the swift response of rescue teams and medical staff who acted promptly to save lives and provide immediate care to the injured...

Div Com Kashmir Chairs Meeting on Handover of Centaur Lake View Hotel

15/11/2025
Srinagar, November 14 (KIP)- Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, today chaired a meeting of the 'Committee for Handing Over of Centaur Lake View Hotel' to review the progress of the handover process. The meeting was attended by Commissioner SMC, Managing Director of JKTDC, Director SKICC, Secretary JKAACL, Additional Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, and representatives from the KPDCL, JalShakti, R&B, Horticulture, Tourism, and Forest departments. During the meeting, detailed dis...

IUST wins 6th National Water Award for innovative water conservation

15/11/2025
Awantipora, November 14 (KIP)- The Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) has been awarded the “Best Institution (other than school or college)” category of the 6th National Water Awards, announced by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India. With this award, IUST joins a select group of national institutions recognised for translating the vision of “Water Secure India” into action on the ground. The award ceremony is scheduled for 18 November 2025 at Vigyan Bhawan, New ...

CUKashmir, CSK hold cancer awareness prog

15/11/2025
Ganderbal, November 14 (KIP)-Health Centre and the School of Life Sciences (SLS), Central University of Kashmir (CUK) in collaboration with the Cancer Society of Kashmir (CSK), organized a Cancer Awareness Programme to observe National Cancer Awareness Day, at Science Campus, Nunar on Thursday. In his welcome address, Dr. Abid Ahmad Sofi, Medical Officer and Incharge, Health Centre, emphasized the importance of regular health checkups, early screening, and collective responsibility in sp...