Farooq Abdullah expresses optimism over J&K budget
National Conference President Farooq Abdullah has expressed optimism regarding the recently presented Jammu and Kashmir budget, highlighting its potential to provide much-needed relief to the people and foster regional progress. A Budget for Relief and Development Speaking to the media in Jammu on Friday, he shared his hopeful outlook, stating, “We hope the budget brings […]
Jammu and Kashmir attracts Rs 1.63 lakh crore in industrial proposals, aims to create 5.9 lakh jobs
Srinagar I March 07, 2025 Jammu and Kashmir has emerged as a promising hub for industrial growth, receiving an impressive 8,306 new business proposals worth Rs 1.63 lakh crore in the financial year 2024-25. According to official documents, these investments are projected to generate employment opportunities for approximately 5.9 lakh people, marking a significant step […]
Udhampur DC appeals to residents to register for PMAY housing scheme
Udhampur, J&K | March 07, 2025 Deputy Commissioner Saloni Rai has announced that surveys are currently underway for the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin (PMAY-G) and Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana in Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir. The initiative aims to provide affordable housing to eligible beneficiaries in both rural and urban areas of the district. Call for […]
Snow clearance operations advance on Srinagar-Leh highway
Srinagar I March 07, 2025 The Border Roads organisation is working tirelessly to clear snow from the Srinagar-Leh Highway, with a particular focus on the treacherous Zojila Pass. Situated at an elevation of 3,528 meters, this high-altitude stretch is notorious for heavy snowfall that often renders the 434-km highway impassable during winter months. The ongoing […]
Kashmir crowned India’s top tourism destination
Srinagar I March 07, 2025 Jammu and Kashmir has cemented its status as India’s premier travel destination, welcoming an unprecedented 2.36 crore tourists in 2024. This record-breaking figure, announced by the Jammu and Kashmir Tourism Department, marks a significant leap from the 2.11 crore visitors in 2023, highlighting a tourism boom that has transformed the […]
J&K film policy aims to make region a top movie shoot destination
Srinagar I March 07, 2025 Jammu and Kashmir is set to reclaim its cinematic glory with the J&K Film Policy 2024, a transformative initiative to establish the region as a premier destination for movie shoots. Alongside this, massive investments in adventure, heritage, and rural tourism are projected to elevate tourism’s contribution to 15% of the […]
Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union minister, launches CSIR’s E-Tractor roadshow in Jammu
Jammu I March 7, 2025 A groundbreaking step towards sustainable agriculture was taken today as Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh flagged off the CSIR-developed e-tractor roadshow from Jammu, marking a significant milestone in India’s pursuit of eco-friendly and technology-driven farming solutions. A Nationwide Journey Begins The e-tractor, initially unveiled in Delhi, has embarked on an […]
Jammu and Kashmir witnesses Rs 9,606 crore investment and 1,984 industrial units in five years
Srinagar I March 07, 2025 Jammu and Kashmir has experienced significant industrial growth over the past five years, with an investment of Rs 9,606 crore and the establishment of 1,984 industrial units, according to official reports. This surge reflects the region’s evolving economic landscape and its appeal to investors since 2019. A Boom in Industrial […]
Sheeraza’s success: A shining example of women’s empowerment in Kashmir
Budgam I March 07, 2025 Sheeraza’s Success: A Beacon of Women’s Empowerment in Kashmir Sheeraza, a determined woman from Budgam in central Kashmir, has transformed her dreams into reality with the support of the Jammu and Kashmir Rural Livelihood Mission . Her thriving bakery business stands as a testament to how empowerment and self-reliance can […]
Jammu and Kashmir boosts healthcare: 11,000 NHM staff hired, 36,000 regular posts filled in five years
Jammu I March 07, 2025 In a significant push to strengthen healthcare infrastructure, Jammu and Kashmir has reportedly hired around 11,000 doctors and paramedics under the National Health Mission (NHM) over the past five years, while also filling 36,000 regular healthcare positions. According to information circulating on social media platforms, the recruitment under NHM includes […]