Soan Meeras 2025: A celebration of Srinagar’s cultural heritage
The “Soan Meeras” Heritage Festival, a three-day event celebrating the rich cultural tapestry of Srinagar, began on February 25, 2025, at Kashmir Haat. Organised by the District Administration Srinagar in collaboration with the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), the festival aims to bridge generations by showcasing the region’s glorious past. The festival […]
Jammu and Kashmir: Clear skies return to Doda after two days of bad weather
Doda, March 4, 2025 – After two days of heavy snowfall and adverse weather conditions, the skies over Doda in Jammu and Kashmir have cleared, revealing a breathtaking view of the region’s snow-covered mountains. The fresh snowfall has added a picturesque layer of white to the towering peaks, offering a stunning sight for both locals […]
BRO begins Bhimber Gali tunnel construction to enhance Rajouri-Poonch highway connectivity
On March 3, 2025, the Border Roads Organisation marked a significant milestone with the inaugural blast for the 1.1 km Bhimber Gali Tunnel along the Rajouri-Poonch stretch of National Highway 144A. Conducted under BRO’s Project Sampark, this tunnel is part of a broader initiative to enhance infrastructure in Jammu and Kashmir. Once completed, it will […]
Yasha Mudgal Reviews Tourism Dept’s CAPEX Budget 2024-25, Stresses Timely Project Completion
Jammu/Srinagar, March 4, 2025 – Commissioner Secretary Tourism, Yasha Mudgal, chaired a high-level meeting today to review the Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) Budget 2024-25 of the Tourism Department. The session focused on optimizing fund utilization, ensuring effective project execution, and elevating the visitor experience across Jammu and Kashmir’s tourism landscape. Mudgal underscored the importance of completing […]
Deputy CM Surinder Choudhary reviews healthcare at SDH Nowshera, pushes for rural upgrades
Nowshera, March 4, 2025 – Jammu and Kashmir’s Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary, chaired a Rogi Kalyan Samiti meeting at Sub-District Hospital Nowshera , focusing on enhancing patient care and upgrading healthcare infrastructure across the region. The meeting underscored the government’s commitment to improving medical services, with a particular emphasis on rural and remote areas. […]
Indian Army Evacuates Pregnant Woman Amid Heavy Snowfall in Kashmir’s Lolab Valley
Kupwara, March 4, 2025 – The Indian Army demonstrated its unwavering commitment to the welfare of Kashmir’s residents by responding swiftly to a distress call in Lolab Valley, Kupwara district. Amid heavy snowfall that had rendered roads impassable, soldiers cleared a path to evacuate a pregnant woman in critical need of medical attention. The operation, […]
Driven by a commitment to security, BSF stands always ready to protect
Kashmir, March 04, 2025 – The Border Security Force continues to demonstrate its unwavering commitment to safeguarding the nation’s borders, especially in the volatile region of Kashmir. With a strong resolve to maintain peace and security, the BSF personnel stationed along the Kashmir border remain ever vigilant, ensuring the safety of the region and the […]
Snow clearance operations underway on NH-5 in Narkanda area
Narkanda, March 04, 2025 – Snow clearance operations are actively underway on National Highway 5 (NH-5) in the Narkanda area of Himachal Pradesh, as authorities work to restore accessibility following recent snowfall. The efforts, spearheaded by local administration and road maintenance teams, aim to ensure safe passage for commuters and residents along this vital route […]
Gulmarg becomes a winter paradise with fresh snowfall
Gulmarg, March 04, 2025 – Gulmarg, the renowned winter sports destination in Jammu & Kashmir, has transformed into a stunning winter paradise following a fresh blanket of snow that has revitalized the region’s tourism and sports scene. The recent snowfall has not only enhanced the natural beauty of this scenic town but also paved the […]
Atal Dulloo honoured for exemplary leadership in J&K’s historic 2024 Lok Sabha elections
Jammu & Kashmir, March 04, 2025 – Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo has been awarded a Certificate of Exemplary Leadership by the Election Commission of India (ECI) for his outstanding role in ensuring the successful and peaceful conduct of the 18th Lok Sabha Elections-2024 in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). The recognition highlights his pivotal contribution to […]