J&K government forms committee to address regularisation of temporary workers
Jammu I March 12, 2025 – In a significant move to address the long-standing issues faced by temporary workers in Jammu and Kashmir, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced the creation of a high-level committee tasked with developing a framework for the regularisation of daily wagers, casual labourers, and other temporary employees. The announcement was made […]
Baramulla leads as Jammu & Kashmir dominates India’s apple production
Srinagar, March 12, 2025 – Jammu & Kashmir, responsible for approximately three-fourths of India’s apple output, continues to solidify its position as the nation’s apple basket, with Baramulla emerging as the top-producing district. According to recent agricultural data, the region’s apple industry thrives across several key districts, contributing significantly to both local and national economies. […]
SSP Ganderbal inaugurates Police Martyrs Memorial cricket tournament in Kangan
Ganderbal, March 10, 2025: The Police Martyrs Memorial Cricket Tournament was inaugurated by SSP Ganderbal, Shri Ragav S., at the Sheikh-ul-Aalam Cricket Ground in Kangan, located in Ganderbal district, Central Kashmir. Organized under the Civic Action Programme by the Jammu and Kashmir Police, the tournament features eight teams from various parts of the district, aiming […]
Five filtration plants launched in Khansahib under JJM as government boosts water access in Kashmir
Srinagar I March 12, 2025- In a major step towards ensuring clean and accessible drinking water across rural Kashmir, the government has initiated five filtration plants in the Khansahib constituency under the Jal Jeevan Mission . Alongside this, two ambitious water supply schemes are currently underway in the areas of Habbar, Lassipora, and Tosmaidaan, signaling […]
Devotees flock to Shankaracharya Temple as it gains spotlight
Srinagar, March 12, 2025 – The ancient Sri Adi Shankaracharya Temple, perched atop Shankaracharya Hill in Srinagar, continues to draw devotees and dignitaries alike, reaffirming its status as a cornerstone of Jammu & Kashmir’s spiritual and cultural heritage. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the temple—also known as Jyesteshwara Temple—has seen a surge in attention following recent […]
Government to auction Centaur Hotel Srinagar, targets Rs 44 Crore annual revenue
Srinagar, March 12, 2025: The Jammu and Kashmir government has announced plans to auction the iconic Centaur Hotel in Srinagar, aiming to generate an annual revenue of ₹44 crore. The move comes as part of the government’s ongoing efforts to revitalise the state’s tourism sector and boost its economic growth. The Centaur Hotel, located on […]
Indian railways to launch Delhi-Srinagar Vande Bharat Express, enhancing connectivity to Kashmir
New Delhi I March 12, 2025 – Indian Railways is poised to transform travel to Kashmir with the introduction of a Delhi to Srinagar Vande Bharat train, a semi-high-speed service equipped with two rolling stock units. Announced exclusively today, this development aims to enhance capacity and efficiency on a route set to become a lifeline […]
J&K farmer applauds ₹815 Crore agriculture development scheme
Reasi, March 12, 2025 – Nek Ram, a farmer from District Reasi who operates a mushroom unit under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP), has lauded the Jammu and Kashmir government’s recent budget allocation of ₹815 crore for the development of the agriculture sector in the Union Territory. The announcement, made as part of the […]
Tara Prasad: India’s figure skating hope for 2026 winter olympics
Kashmir I March 12, 2025 – Tara Prasad, an Indian-American figure skater, is steadily carving a path toward international stardom, and her journey is now catching the attention of prominent figures in India. On Tuesday, industrialist Anand Mahindra took to social media to spotlight her inspiring story, praising her resilience and ambition to represent India […]
A budget of hope : Empowering change in Jammu & kashmir
Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir | March 12, 2025 – Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has unveiled the Jammu and Kashmir budget for 2025-26, branding it a “Budget of New Hope” aimed at empowering progress and inspiring transformative change across the Union Territory. Presented on March 7, 2025, in the Legislative Assembly, this marks the first budget […]