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YSS Poonch Organises Multi-Sport Events Across Schools Under Fit India Campaign
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POONCH DECM, 08:-The Department of Youth Services & Sports (YSS), District Poonch, on Monday successfully organised a series of sports events—including Track & Field Athletics, Volleyball, Kabaddi, and Badminton—across various schools in the district as part of the national Fit India campaign.
The activities were conducted under the Sports/Non-Sports Activity Calendar 2025–26, aimed at promoting physical fitness, discipline, and sportsmanship among school-going children.
The district-wide initiative was held under the visionary leadership of Anuradha Gupta (JKAS), Director General YSS J&K, whose dynamic efforts continue to boost youth engagement and strengthen sports culture across Jammu & Kashmir.
The programme also received strategic support from Smt. Vinakshi Koul (JKAS), Joint Director YSS Jammu, and Ms. Megha Baogia, Deputy Director Activities, whose continued focus on outdoor education and youth development has enabled the launch of several impactful initiatives across the region.
District-level supervision was ensured by DYSSO Poonch, Mr. Mohd Qasim, who oversaw planning, safety arrangements, and smooth coordination throughout the day-long activities.
On-ground execution of the events was carried out with the technical expertise of PEMs, PELs, PETs, and REK Physical Education Teachers, ensuring fairness, discipline, and effective conduct of all competitions.
The multi-sport drive witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, reinforcing the commitment of YSS Poonch toward nurturing a healthier, more active, and sports-driven young generation.
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Dr. Shamim Ahmed Bandey Honoured with United Kingdom Book of World Records Certification
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POONCH DECM, 08:-Dr. Shamim Ahmed Bandey, Associate Professor at Government Degree College Poonch, has been honoured with a prestigious United Kingdom Book of World Records certificate for his remarkable contributions to higher education, academic excellence, and scholarly leadership.
The London Book of World Records recognised Dr. Bandey for authoring 19 books, publishing over 50 research papers, and earning more than 20 national and international awards. The citation highlights him as a distinguished scholar whose work has significantly enriched the academic landscape.
Dr. Bandey has represented India at numerous international conferences and has delivered over 180 invited and keynote lectures across the country. His commitment to academic advancement, visionary leadership, and dedication to student development have earned him widespread appreciation.
The certificate was formally issued by Dr. Avinash D. Sakunde, International Chairman (India), and Dr. Ivan Gacina, European Union Head (Republic of Croatia), on December 8, 2025, under Certification No. LBOWRE5020052.
The honour marks yet another milestone in Dr. Bandey’s illustrious career as an educator and scholar, bringing pride to the academic community of Jammu & Kashmir.
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37th District Kupwara Volleyball Championship Kicks Off with High Enthusiasm at Hill Grange School Handwara
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SHAKIR BHAT
SRINAGAR DECM, 08:-The 37th District Kupwara Volleyball Championship began today amid spirited participation and energetic support at Hill Grange School, Handwara. The two-day event is being organised by the District Volleyball Association Kupwara under the aegis of the Volleyball Association of J&K and is sponsored by the J&K Sports Council.
The championship was formally inaugurated by DDC Rajwar, Mir Sulaiman, who attended as the Chief Guest. He was accompanied by Principal Farooq Ahmad, Hafiz Ismail Lone (District Organising Secretary), Manzoor Khan (National Referee), and other distinguished officials who graced the ceremony as Guests of Honour.
In his inaugural address, the Chief Guest applauded the organisers for their consistent efforts in promoting volleyball across the district. He highlighted the significant role of sports in instilling discipline, teamwork, and leadership qualities among the youth. He further urged the participating teams to uphold the spirit of fair play and exhibit true sportsmanship throughout the tournament.
A total of eight teams from different parts of Kupwara district are competing in the championship, which aims to offer a robust platform for emerging volleyball players and to scout potential talent for future state and national-level events.
The matches—both league and knockout rounds—will continue on 8th and 9th December 2025 at the Hill Grange School grounds.
The District Volleyball Association Kupwara extended its gratitude to the Chief Guest, Guests of Honour, officials, participating teams, and the host institution for their unwavering support in making the championship a vibrant sporting event.
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Legal Stars XI Clinch Legends League Cricket Season 3 Title with Commanding Win
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JAMMU DECM, 08:-Legends League Cricket – Season 3 concluded with great enthusiasm and high spirits as Legal Stars XI, under the captaincy of Zeeshan Rana, emerged as the champions after a dominant all-round performance in the final.
The grand finale was graced by Ranjeet Kalra, former cricketer, as the Chief Guest. He was accompanied by Sandeep Singh Wazir (Additional Spokesperson, JKNC), Zaffer Iqbal (Youth Leader), Rajeshwar Singh (Youth Leader) and Hameed Choudhary (Youth Leader), whose presence boosted the morale of the players and teams.
Legal Stars XI Post Massive 244 on the Board
Batting first, Legal Stars XI displayed exceptional skill and resilience, setting a formidable total of 244 runs.
Aftab stole the show with a splendid 96-run knock.
Akharshit added a steady 38 runs, while
Captain Zeeshan Rana contributed 29 crucial runs, ensuring strong momentum throughout the innings.
Clinical Bowling Seals Victory
Defending the target, Legal Stars XI continued their dominance with an impressive bowling effort.
Zeeshan Rana led from the front, taking 3 vital wickets,
while Ajay Rajput supported with 2 wickets.
Chasing the stiff target, Batutti Lehman struggled to build partnerships and were restricted to 116/9, handing Legal Stars XI a massive 128-run victory.
Key contributors for the opposition included:Ajay Rajput with 42 runs,
Rohit Mehra with 38 runs,
and wickets from Irfan (2) and Naveed (1).
Top Performers Felicitated
For his near-century, Aftab was named Man of the Match, while captain Zeeshan Rana was awarded Man of the Series for his consistent all-round brilliance throughout the tournament.
Chief Guest Praises Sporting Spirit
In his address, Chief Guest Ranjeet Kalra commended the efforts of Zeeshan Rana for successfully organising the tournament. He highlighted the importance of such sporting events at a time when youth face challenges such as drug misuse and lifestyle-related health issues. Kalra emphasised that sports foster fitness, discipline, teamwork, and positive engagement across society.
Organisers Express Gratitude
Captain and organiser Zeeshan Rana thanked Shri Ranjeet Kalra and all dignitaries for encouraging the players. He expressed heartfelt appreciation to the participating teams, volunteers, organisers, and supporters for their collective contribution in making Legends League Cricket – Season 3 a grand success.
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Rana Encourages Students to Embrace Innovation and Overcome Challenges _Graces MIER College Annual Event_
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JAMMU DECM,08:-Minister for Jal Shakti, Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana, today attended the Annual Prize Distribution Programme of MIER College of Education.
The event was organized to celebrate the remarkable talent, dedication and accomplishments of students across multiple domains.
As the Chief Guest, the Minister extended heartfelt congratulations to all the awardees who excelled in academics, research, co-curricular activities, sports and community service.
He applauded their perseverance, passion and commitment, noting that their achievements serve as a powerful inspiration for other students.
In his address, Rana encouraged the students to continue pushing boundaries and to remain curious learners.
He urged them to bring forth innovative ideas, work through challenges with resilience and strive for excellence in every sphere of life.
Emphasising the transformative power of education, the Minister encouraged students to become agents of positive change in society.
He highlighted the role of young people in nation-building and underscored the importance of channeling their knowledge and skills toward societal development.
Reiterating the significance of youth empowerment, Rana stressed the need to provide students with the right opportunities, mentorship, and exposure. Such support, he noted, is essential for enabling them to compete confidently at national and international platforms.
The Minister lauded MIER College for cultivating a nurturing and forward-looking educational atmosphere. He acknowledged the dedication of the faculty and staff toward ensuring the holistic development of students academically, personally, and ethically.
Rana appreciated the institution’s focus on shaping future-ready leaders and its consistent efforts in promoting societal contribution.
Rana also commended the college’s modern infrastructure and effective integration of educational technology.
He highlighted how faculty and students are leveraging digital tools to enhance teaching and learning outcomes.
Encouraging the students further, the Minister noted that their achievements reflect not only their own dedication but also the strong academic ecosystem nurtured by MIER College.
He extended his best wishes to all students and distributed prizes in categories such as academic toppers, community campaigners, sporting excellence, eco-warriors and several others.
Earlier, Prof. Adit Gupta, Principal of MCE, delivered the welcome address. He highlighted the college’s accomplishments and its wide range of activities across different spheres.
He reiterated that, in alignment with the institution’s vision and mission, both faculty and students remain committed to excellence and high standards in quality teacher education.
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Deputy Commissioner Poonch inspects progress of work on Sawjian–Anganpathri Road
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POONCH, DECM, 07:-Deputy Commissioner Poonch Ashok Kumar Sharma conducted an extensive tour of Tehsil Mandi to inspect the ongoing work on the Sawjian to Anganpathri GREF road. The visit aimed to review the pace and quality of work on the vital road link.
The Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by OC GREF Ashish Ranjan, ACD Shakeel Ahmed, local Tehsildar Ashfaq Hussain and other concerned officers during the inspection.
During the tour, the Deputy Commissioner interacted with the local residents and patiently listened to their grievances. The locals apprised him of various issues related to connectivity and developmental needs of the area.
After assessing the on-ground status, the Deputy Commissioner directed the OC GREF to remove all bottlenecks immediately and complete the road in a timely manner. He emphasized the importance of the project in improving transportation facilities and easing movement for the residents of the region.
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Sangathan Sarijan Abhiyaan Held in Thanamandi Under Leadership of Shakeel Mir
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THANNAMANDI DECM, 07 :- A significant organisational outreach programme under the Congress party’s Sangathan Sarijan Abhiyaan was conducted today in Thanamandi under the leadership of Shakeel Mir, Ex-Chairman Municipal Committee Thanamandi and State General Secretary Congress J&K.
The event was chaired by AICC Observer Suresh Kumar and MLA Rajouri, Iftikhar Ahmed, who reviewed ongoing party activities and encouraged strengthened grassroots engagement.
During the programme, senior leaders interacted with local workers, discussed organisational expansion, and highlighted the party’s commitment to addressing public issues in the region. The leaders emphasised unity, coordination, and proactive outreach as key elements of the ongoing Abhiyaan.
The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from party workers and supporters from Thanamandi and adjoining areas.
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Sheikh Abdullah Organised Two Major Movements Only to Use Them for Personal Power: Qasim Fakhtoo
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SRINAGAR DECEMBER 07:Senior political leader and former separatist ideologue Qasim Fakhtoo has sharply criticised Sheikh Muhammad Abdullah, alleging that the Kashmiri leader “organised two major political movements in his lifetime and ultimately used both as stepping stones to secure power for himself.”
According to Fakhtoo, Sheikh Abdullah’s political journey reveals “a pattern of mobilising mass sentiment only to later compromise on the very causes he championed.”
He argued that from 1932 to 1947, Sheikh Abdullah led the anti-Dogra movement, projecting himself as the voice of Kashmiri Muslims against autocratic rule. “But in 1947, the same Sheikh Abdullah took charge as Emergency Administrator and began working alongside the Dogra administration he had opposed for 15 years,” Fakhtoo alleged.
Similarly, from 1953 to 1975, Sheikh spearheaded the Plebiscite Movement, only to sign the 1975 Indira–Sheikh Accord, return as Chief Minister, and “abandon the very demand for which thousands of people had struggled and sacrificed.” According to Fakhtoo, “the sacrifices of an entire generation were bartered away for personal political rehabilitation.”
Fakhtoo also contended that Sheikh Abdullah’s political choices were shaped by ideological inclination rather than Islamic scholarship. “Had he reflected on the Quran or on the writings of Sheikh Ahmad Sirhindi, Shah Waliullah and Sir Syed Ahmad Khan, he would never have embraced the composite nationalism of the Indian National Congress over the Two-Nation Theory,” he claimed. He recalled that in 1944, Muhammad Ali Jinnah had warned Sheikh Abdullah that the Congress leadership was “not trustworthy,” but “Sheikh paid no heed.”
The separatist leader went further, asserting that Sheikh Abdullah bore more responsibility than Maharaja Hari Singh for “facilitating India’s control over Jammu and Kashmir.” Fakhtoo argued that in October 1947, when Hari Singh had fled Kashmir, “real power actually rested with National Conference volunteers led by Sheikh Abdullah.” Therefore, he claimed, “if Sheikh had refused to accept the accession signed by the Maharaja, it would have carried little constitutional weight.”
According to Fakhtoo, Sheikh Abdullah’s release from the Bhaderwah sub-jail came only after negotiations with Deputy Prime Minister Ram Lal Batra and on the “basic condition of handing political space in Kashmir to India.” This, he said, was “an anti-Kashmir decision that sowed the seeds of Indo-Pak conflict and opened the door to decades of repression against Muslims of Jammu and Kashmir.”
He further stated that when Sheikh Abdullah was dismissed and arrested by Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru in 1953 for opposing moves to dilute the state’s autonomy, it should have been a moment of introspection. “Yet, instead of acknowledging his political misjudgments, Sheikh Abdullah repeated history in 1975 by again surrendering the people’s cause to regain power,” Fakhtoo said.
He added that Sheikh Abdullah was aware that aligning with India would “perpetually subdue Kashmiri Muslims under non-Muslim domination,” but he still remained driven by personal ambition. “He could not support Hari Singh or Ram Chand Kak’s efforts to maintain independence, because that would have deprived him of power. And he could not support accession to Pakistan, because Pakistan would have preferred Maulana Yousuf Shah or Chaudhry Abbas over him. Therefore, he made a calculated choice to side with India.”
In conclusion, Fakhtoo said that the very power Sheikh Abdullah “secured by sacrificing the political aspirations of his people” was taken away from him twice—first in 1953 and finally in 1982. What remains “astonishing,” he said, is that “pro-India politicians in Kashmir have failed to draw lessons from the failed political trajectory of Sheikh Abdullah.”
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JP World School Hosts Grand Annual Sports Day ‘ZENITH’ with Great Pomp and Participation
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JAMMU DECM, 07:-JP World School, Jammu, celebrated its much-anticipated Annual Sports Day ‘ZENITH’ with vibrant enthusiasm, high energy, and remarkable participation on the school grounds today.
The event began with a warm ceremonial welcome to the Chief Guest, Ms. Nuzhat Gul, Secretary, J&K Sports Council, and Mr. Nirmal Kishore Kotwal, President, J&K High Court Bar Association, Jammu. They were joined by the Principal, Ms. Aparana Kohli, whose presence added great dignity and charm to the occasion.
In her address, Principal Aparana Kohli emphasized the vital role of sports in holistic development. She praised the students who have represented the school at national and international platforms and urged the youth to avoid mobile addiction and drugs, encouraging them to adopt sports for a healthier lifestyle.
Chief Guest Ms. Nuzhat Gul delivered an inspiring speech, lauding the school for offering a dynamic platform to young athletes. She encouraged students to pursue sports with passion, discipline, and confidence.
The cultural segment of the event began with a soulful Ganesh Vandana, creating a serene and devotional ambiance. A proud moment followed with the Marshal Light Round, led by the Student Council and outstanding sportspersons, symbolizing unity, discipline, and excellence. This was followed by the traditional Pigeon Release, representing peace and harmony.
One of the key highlights was the grand March Past, accompanied by the BSF Band and the four school houses, showcasing impeccable coordination, glamour, and competitive spirit. The atmosphere turned patriotic as the gathering stood in unison for the National Anthem.
The primary wing students enthralled the audience with their perfectly synchronized PT Drills, reflecting rhythm, fitness, and teamwork. Track events that followed saw enthusiastic participation from students across all grades, displaying determination and sporting spirit.
Impressive demonstrations of Wushu, Judo, Taekwondo, and Speedball further showcased the skill, discipline, and rigorous training of the young sportspersons.
The Closing Ceremony was graced by the Guest of Honour, Retd. Brig. Anil Gupta, currently serving as Member, Administration, adding further prestige to the grand sporting spectacle.
The event concluded with cheers, celebrations, and appreciation for the outstanding efforts of students, teachers, and organizers, making ‘ZENITH 2025’ a memorable milestone for JP World School.
