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Property Of NDPS Accused Demolished In Baramulla

09/05/2026
Srinagar, May 08(KIP)- Continuing its sustained crackdown against drug trafficking and allied illegal activities under the ongoing Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, police in Baramulla, in coordination with the Revenue authorities and Gulmarg Development Authority (GDA), carried out decisive action against individuals involved in narcotics-related offences in the Tangmarg area. In a joint operation conducted at Ferozpora Tangmarg, a shop belonging to notorious drug peddler Imtiyaz Ahmad Mir son o...

IUST Conducts Cyber Safety Outreach Program

07/05/2026
Awantipora, May 07(KIP)-The Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), organized an outreach programme titled “Digital Shield: Online Safety Awareness Program for Students” under the aegis of Community Connect (Dean Outreach). The programme aimed to promote awareness about cyber safety, responsible digital behaviour, and career opportunities in Computer Science and Engineering. Students and faculty members participated enthusia...

Rajouri creates National Record in MY Bharat Budget Quest 2026

07/05/2026
Rajouri, May 07(KIP)- District Rajouri has earned national recognition for its outstanding performance in the MY Bharat Budget Quest 2026, securing the highest participation in the country. In a letter of appreciation issued by MY Bharat, an autonomous body under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, the efforts of the district administration under the leadership of Deputy Commissioner Abhishek Sharma, were lauded for achieving a remarkable milestone of 18,017 qu...

Operation Sindoor symbolizes Nation First of BJP: Dr.Shishu

07/05/2026
Jammu, May 07(KIP)-Dr. Hari Dutt Shishu, State Spokesperson, Bharatiya Janata Party, Jammu & Kashmir, paid rich tributes to the valour, sacrifice and unwavering commitment of our Armed Forces and Security Personnel on the solemen occassion anniversary of Op Sindoor. Dr. Hari Dutt Shishu in a press statement said, " Operation Sindoor is a rare happening in the history of India which has sent a clear message across the glove that New India will not tolerate any threat to the soverignity, un...

Department of Philosophy at IUST organizes webinar in collaboration with University of the Philippines Diliman

07/05/2026
. Awantipora, May 06(KIP)-The Department of Philosophy, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), Kashmir, in collaboration with the Department of Philosophy, University of the Philippines Diliman (UPD), organised an international seminar titled “Intersections: A Philosophy Webinar,” promoting meaningful academic exchange between South and Southeast Asian scholars. The seminar brought together distinguished academicians to deliberate on key philosophical themes including epi...

Police In Baramulla Organises Mega Nasha Mukt Rally At Gulmarg

05/05/2026
Srinagar, May 05 (KIP)- Police in Baramulla organised a mega Nasha Mukt rally at Gulmarg, witnessing overwhelming participation from all stakeholders. The rally saw enthusiastic involvement of school children from various institutions across Tangmarg Sub-Division, along with officers from civil administration and allied departments. Among the prominent officers present were SDPO Tangmarg, CEO Gulmarg, SDM Gulmarg, Tehsildar Gulmarg, SHO Gulmarg, and officials from various departments, re...

Communist collapse reflects India’s shift towards Development and Unity: Dr. Pardeep

05/05/2026
Jammu, May 05(KIP)-India is steadily liberating itself from the divisive and outdated politics propagated by Communist parties and opportunistic opposition forces that thrived for decades on social fragmentation, class conflict, regional divisions, and appeasement politics, stated J&K BJP Media Incharge Dr. Pardeep Mahotra. Dr. Pardeep said that under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India is moving decisively towards becoming a strong, united, and globally respe...

“Social Change in Modern India” Gets First-Ever Kashmiri Translation

05/05/2026
Jammu, May 05 (KIP)-In a significant academic and cultural development, the seminal sociological work Social Change in Modern India by noted Indian sociologist, M.N Srinivas has been translated into Kashmiri for the first time by eminent journalist and author, Dr Rajesh Bhat. The translation has been undertaken as part of the National Translation Mission project of the Central Institute of Indian Languages, Mysuru, aimed at making knowledge texts accessible in Indian languages. Considered a...

J&K Police Destroys Illegal Poppy Cultivation In Anantnag, Shopian

03/05/2026
Srinagar, May 02 (KIP)- In a major and coordinated offensive against the drug menace, Police in Anantnag and Shopian districts intensified their crackdown on illicit poppy cultivation, destroying illegal crops and initiating legal action in multiple cases. In Anantang, In the first instance, information regarding illegal poppy cultivation at Village Sofi Pora was received. Accordingly, FIR No. 31/2026 under Section 8/18 of the NDPS Act was registered at Police Station Pahalgam. A police te...

Police destroy illicit poppy cultivation across Baramulla, Handwara & Shopian

02/05/2026
Srinagar, May 01 (KIP)- In a major and coordinated offensive against the drug menace, Police in Baramulla, Handwara and Shopian districts intensified their crackdown on illicit poppy cultivation, destroying illegal crops and initiating legal action in multiple cases. In Baramulla, acting on credible information, police uncovered illegal poppy cultivation in the Pinjoora area on land belonging to Bashir Ahmad Malik. Following due legal procedures, FIR No. 53/2026 was registered. The illicit...

Police seals violating medical shops; Strengthens anti-drug awareness campaign in Baramulla

02/05/2026
Srinagar, May 01 (KIP)- In a firm move to combat drug misuse and ensure regulatory compliance, Police in Baramulla, in coordination with the Drug Department, sealed two medical shops at Sharkwara for serious violations. One shop was found operating without a valid licence, while another (Hakeem Medicate) was sealed for failing to adhere to prescribed Standard Operating Procedures. This action reflects the administration’s zero-tolerance approach towards the misuse of pharmaceutical subst...

Major crackdown on narcotic networks

02/05/2026
Srinagar, May 01 (KIP)-In a sustained anti-narcotics traffickings, Police achieved significant success by arresting seven drug peddlers and registering several cases under the NDPS Act. The operations conducted in Anantnag, Handwara and Sopore resulted in the recovery of substantial quantity of contraband substances. In Anantnag, police registered 04 NDPS cases and arrested 05 accused persons during naka checking and routine patrolling at different locations. At Sagam Kokernag, a naka part...

Vande Bharat train between Jammu and Srinagar a big gift to people of J&K: Balbir

02/05/2026
Jammu, May 01 (KIP)-BJP spokesperson and former Vice Chairman Balbir Ram Rattan described the launch of the Vande Bharat train between Jammu and Srinagar as a historic milestone and a transformative gift for the people of Jammu & Kashmir. He said that this long-awaited rail link marks a new chapter in the region’s journey towards development, integration, and prosperity. In a statement issued here, Balbir Ram Rattan said that the introduction of the Vande Bharat train on the Jammu–Srinaga...

Sunil Sharma slams NC Govt over transport fare hike, betrayal of poll promises

02/05/2026
Jammu, May 01 (KIP)-Leader of Opposition in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, Sunil Sharma, launched a scathing attack on the Omar Abdullah-led National Conference government over the steep increase in transport fares across multiple categories, terming the decision as “anti-poor, anti-middle class, and a complete betrayal of the promises made to the people of Jammu and Kashmir before elections.” Sunil Sharma said that the fare hike has once again exposed the true face of the National Conf...

Relief & Rehabilitation Commissioner (M) inspects Migrant ration depots

30/04/2026
Jammu, April 30 (KIP)-Relief & Rehabilitation Commissioner (M), J&K Dr Arvind Karwani, accompanied by Deputy Commissioner Relief Vijay Sharma; Deputy Director Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs Jammu Sham Abrol and field officers from Relief Organization and FCS&CA, on Thursday visited Migrant ration depots to take stock of the ration distribution in terms of the Special Relief Ration Scheme for Kashmiri/Jammu Migrants, notified by the J&K Government recently. While interacting with a...

DC Anantnag visits Shampora, extends condolences to bereaved family

30/04/2026
Anantnag, April 30 (KIP)-Deputy Commissioner (DC) Anantnag, Dr. Bilal Mohiuddin Bhat, on Wednesday visited Shampora, Qazigund, and expressed heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved family of Fatima Altaf, a Class 2nd student who tragically lost her life after being hit by a vehicle on April 27 at Qullibagh, Kurigam. The young girl was on her way to school along with her sister, Tehmima Altaf, and others when the unfortunate incident occurred. During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner consol...

Alumni registration for SANGAM 3.0 at NIT Srinagar extended till May 5

30/04/2026
Srinagar, April 30 (KIP)-The Alumni Association of National Institute of Technology Srinagar has extended the deadline for alumni registration for SANGAM 3.0 to May 5, 2026, allowing more former students to participate in the upcoming flagship reunion event. Officials said alumni from the Jubilee Batches of 1965/1966, 1975/1976, and 2000/2001 will be honoured as Guests of Honour during the programme in recognition of their longstanding association with the institute. As part of the prep...

Sakeena Itoo visits Zainapora, expresses solidarity with MLA Showkat Hussain Ganie on mother’s demise

30/04/2026
Zainapora,April 30 (KIP)-Minister for Health & Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo today visited Zainapora to offer her heartfelt condolences and express solidarity with MLA Showkat Hussain Ganie on the demise of her mother. During the visit, Minister Sakeena also interacted with the bereaved family members, sharing their grief and expressed solidarity with them. She prayed for eternal peace to the departed soul and strength to the family to bear the irreparable lo...

DC Anantnag reviews Census-2027 preparations

30/04/2026
Anantnag, April 30 (KIP)- Deputy Commissioner(DC) Anantnag, Dr. Bilal Mohiuddin Bhat, who is also the Principal Census Officer of the district, today chaired a comprehensive meeting to assess the preparations and progress achieved on the Census 2027 so far. ADC, Dr. Muzamil Maqbool (District Census Officer), ACR, Tariq Ahmad Malik (District Nodal Officer), Master Trainer, Field Trainers besides other officials and census functionaries attended the meeting. During the meeting, the ADC br...

DC Anantnag reviews Census-2027 preparations

30/04/2026
Anantnag, April 30 (KIP)- Deputy Commissioner(DC) Anantnag, Dr. Bilal Mohiuddin Bhat, who is also the Principal Census Officer of the district, today chaired a comprehensive meeting to assess the preparations and progress achieved on the Census 2027 so far. ADC, Dr. Muzamil Maqbool (District Census Officer), ACR, Tariq Ahmad Malik (District Nodal Officer), Master Trainer, Field Trainers besides other officials and census functionaries attended the meeting. During the meeting, the ADC br...

JKPCC has deeply condoled the sad demise of Shri Jagdish Dogra,

30/04/2026
Jammu, April 29 (KIP)-JKPCC has deeply condoled the sad demise of Shri Jagdish Dogra, senior Congress leader of Hiranagar district Kathua and conveyed heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. In a condolence message JKPCC President Shri Tariq Hameed Karra has expressed profound grief and sorrow over the passing away of Shri Jagdish Dogra ji,who was a dedicated leader of Congress party and gave his whole life in the service of society. Shri Karra conveyed heartfelt condolences to ...

IIM Jammu Hosts Visionary Leadership Talk by Sanjay Jain, Chairman and MD,IRCTC

30/04/2026
Jammu, April 29 (KIP)-The Indian Institute of Management Jammu had the distinct privilege of hosting an insightful and inspiring Guest Lecture by Sanjay Jain, Chairman & Managing Director, Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC), at the Mandapam Auditorium, IIM Jammu on 29th April 2026. The distinguished session brought together students, faculty members, officers, and eminent guests for a transformative interaction with one of India's foremost public sector leaders. Sanjay...

Blood Donation Camp Organized at IUST

28/04/2026
Awantipora, April 28 (KIP)-A voluntary blood donation camp was organized today at the University Health Centre of the Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST) in collaboration with Govt. Lal Ded Hospital, Srinagar The camp inaugurated by Prof. Shakil A. Romshoo, Vice Chancellor, was coordinated by Dr. Zahida Rasool, Medical Officer, University Health Centre. The initiative aimed to raise awareness about the importance of voluntary blood donation and to encourage active par...

CUKashmir’s Pro Bono Club holds legal literacy prog

28/04/2026
Uri, April 28 (Scoop News)-Pro Bono Club, School of Legal Studies (SLS), Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir), under the aegis of the Department of Justice, Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India, in collaboration with the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Baramulla, J&K, organized a Legal Literacy Programme at Government Boys Higher Secondary School, Uri, Baramulla on 25th of April 2026. The programme, aimed to educate students about their fundamental legal rights an...

CUKashmir’s Law deptt holds seminar on IPR

28/04/2026
Ganderbal, April 28 (Scoop News)- Department of Law, School of Legal Studies (SLS), Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir), in collaboration with the Intellectual Property Cell, Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), organized a one-day national seminar on “IPR in the Digital Era: Challenges and Opportunities” on the eve of World Intellectual Property Day-2026 at the Tulmulla Campus. Dr. Jehrulal Islam, Coordinator, Deptt of Law, appreciated the collaborative initiative between CUKashmir and ...

CUKashmir’s DSW, Deptt of Law holds workshop on ‘legal awareness and substance abuse prevention’

28/04/2026
Ganderbal, April 28 (KIP)-Under the aegis of Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, as part of the ongoing 100-day IEC campaign against drug abuse, Dean Students Welfare, (DSW) in collaboration with the Department of Law, School of Legal Studies (SLS), Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir), Tuesday organised a workshop on “Legal Awareness and Substance Abuse Prevention,” at Tulmulla campus. Addressing the gathering, comprising faculty members, scholars and students, Dean, School of Legal Studies, ...

JKSA National Convenor Nasir Khuehami Raises Key Student Issues with Rajya Sabha MP Adv. Vivek Tankha

28/04/2026
Srinagar, April 28 (KIP)-The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA) National Convenor Nasir Khuehami on Tuesday held a detailed and extensive meeting with Emminent Supreme Court lawyer Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament, Adv. Vivek Tankha, in New Delhi to deliberate on a wide range of pressing issues concerning students and marginalised communities from Jammu and Kashmir. The meeting, which lasted around Two hours, witnessed in-depth discussions on several long-pending and emergent con...

SSP Anantnag orders denial of verifications for individuals linked to narcotics offences

28/04/2026
Srinagar, April 28 (KIP)-Based on reliable reports and facts established during the investigation of various NDPS cases, it has come to light that narcotic syndicates and drug peddlers operating in District Anantnag pose a serious threat to national security due to their direct links with terror handlers. These criminal elements are not only involved in unlawful activities but are also contributing significantly to the degradation of society by supplying hazardous narcotics and contraband ...

Lieutenant Governor dedicates Indoor Stadiums to the youth of Marh and Jourian

28/04/2026
Jammu, April 27 (KIP)- Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha on Monday inaugurated the state-of-the-art Baba Jitto Indoor Stadium at Marh and Indoor Sports Stadium at Jourian, Akhnoor. Dedicating the sports facilities to the youth, the Lieutenant Governor said that new indoor Sports Stadiums, equipped with modern shooting ranges and versatile indoor courts, are designed to inspire excellence and cultivate the champions of tomorrow. The Lieutenant Governor highlighted that under the leade...

Parenting Guru-Emeritus Scholar Dr. J.S. Paranjyothi delivers invited talk at CUKashmir

28/04/2026
Ganderbal, April 27 (KIP)- School of Education (SoE), Central University of Kashmir (CUKashmir) Monday hosted an invited talk on “Generational Adaptability of Teachers,” with noted academician and parenting Guru-Emeritus Scholar, Dr. J.S. Paranjyothi as the guest speaker. Vice Chancellor, Prof. A Ravinder Nath, Dean Academic Affairs, Prof. Shahid Rasool, Dean SoE, Prof. Syed Zahoor Ahmad Geelani, I/c Controller of Examinations, Prof. C Naseema, faculty members, research scholars and stud...